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Oncore Seniors Society Mona Murray has been a resident of Kamloops since 1979 when she relocated from Vancouver Island to manage a local hotel. In 1983, Murray started Sheridan Property Management, having completed her diploma course in urban land economics with the University of British Columbia. She continued her real estate career while building a successful management company for residential, strata and commercial properties. In 2006 Murray sold Sheridan to a national company, Gateway Property Management and in 2007 she started
Mona Murray, Board Member Oncore Seniors Society a new firm, MCM Real Estate Ltd., which primarily deals with commercial real estate — sales, leasing and property management. Throughout the past 37 years she has been involved in numerous local non-profit organizations including Kamloops Child Development Centre, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kamloops and the United Way. As well, Mona has participated in local government committees such as Kamplan and various
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The heart of the matter By Becky Mann
Miranda Brown had just given birth to twins. Exhausted and thrilled, Brown was finally able to rest, her boys adjusting to life on the outside. After a checkover from the paediatrician, baby Henry was whisked away following the detection of a small heart murmur — the mood in the room changed. Henry’s blood was mixing and Brown had no idea what that meant. “Can he die?” she asked; the answer was yes. Henry was born with Tetralogy of Fallot, a condition encompassing a range of abnormalities in the heart. For Henry this included having a hole between the left and right ventricles, which essentially results in some deoxygenated blood by-passing the lungs for oxygenation. In addition, Henry lacked a properly functioning pulmonary artery. The only thing keeping him alive until a corrective surgery could be performed was a drug used to keep his blood sufficiently oxygenated.
Henry spent a month in B.C. Children’s Hospital (the first time). The Browns' world was turned upside down as they were ill-prepared for the length of stay and needed to arrange care for their eight other children. With their lives in disorder, their newborn son underwent open-heart surgery — a three-anda-half-hour procedure to secure a shunt. The surgery wouldn’t be a permanent fix, but a temporary procedure to buy him some time until a subsequent surgery, where an artificial pulmonary artery would be placed. As Henry struggled, with countless visits to the ER, his twin brother Seamus was surpassing him developmentally. Fortunately the surgery to replace his artery was successful, and Henry is now a happy two-year-old boy, however, his heart problems will be with him for life. The artery will last Photo submitted anywhere from 12 months Henry Brown (seen here in March of 2014) was born with to three years according to Tetralogy of Fallot, a condition encompassing a range of Brown. abnormalities in the heart. See "Approaching life” page 3
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Murray giving back Continued from page 1 real estate design charrettes with the City of Kamloops. She also served on the board of governors for Thompson Rivers University, including serving a term as Chair. As a long-time member of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, Murray recently completed a term on the board of directors. She has been serving on the Oncore board of directors for the past several years and feels that her real estate background and experience adds support Photos submitted
Approaching life with an open heart offered her support. At a week old, Jacob was ready to be discharged for jaundice from Royal Inland Hospital, but a nurse on duty noticed his oxygen saturation levels were low. As luck would have it, B.C. Children’s Hospital staff were on site, running a clinic for cardiac patients. After a bought of tests, concentrating on his heart’s activity, it was decided that Jacob would need to be flown to B.C. Children’s Hospital immediately. “He would have probably lasted the rest of the month and then he would have passed away,” said Sundholm. At B.C. Children’s
Hospital, Jacob underwent surgery at just 11 days old. His mother had no idea how her son’s life, and her own life, would change following his diagnosis. One out of every 100 babies born has a heart defect, according to the Children’s Heart Network. And there are 35 types of known congenital heart defects. Brown and Sundholm had little knowledge of heart defects and babies prior to their experiences. They hope to educate others about what could happen and offer a place to find support through the Facebook group: Heart Warriors of Kamloops (and surrounding areas).
“There’s a number of families in Kamloops with heart babies; we’ve just kind of gathered each other,” said Brown. “There’s a whole new language that comes with this that your typical friends aren’t going to get,” said Brown, when discussing what her and her family go through on a daily basis. Brown and Sundholm urge those with concerns to ask questions right from the start and do the research. Many problems can be identified during a routine ultrasound. “There’s a lack of education in how common it is and how really important it is to screen for it,” said Sundholm.
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Despite a challenging start to life including numerous open-heart surgeries, Henry is a happy two-year-old boy. Having an artificial pulmonary artery placed in his body, Henry will eventually outgrow the artery and have to have it replaced — a major surgery. The reality of living with a congenital heart defect has been hard on both Henry and his family — physically and emotionally. His mother Miranda Brown started a Facebook group – Heart Warriors of Kamloops (and surrounding areas) to help other “heart families” find support with their journeys. The site is a place where “heart families” can talk about their issues, experiences and communicate with others in similar situations.
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February 2016
This day in history: February 18 Feb. 18 marks 201 years since the official end of the last conflict fought on Canadian soil — the war of 1812. The war began in June of 1812 with a threepronged invasion of
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the United States. In Canada, the legends of iconic folk heroes Laura Secord, Isaac Brock and Tecumseh were born, and in the United States future Presidents Andrew Jackson and William Henry Harrison made their names commanding American forces. In March of 1814, Napoleon was defeated by the British. After years of war in Europe, the British were weary of escalating the conflict in North America. From the American vantage point, there were thousands of casualties from battle and disease and economic hardship
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Food as medicine for heart disease? Natural Health Cathy Lidster, B.Sc, GCFP, ACNRT
Whenever I think about heart disease and nutrition I remember Joy. Joy was brought into my office by her very concerned daughter. She was in her late 60s and had accumulated a long list of medical diagnoses including serious heart disease. Joy had already suffered two heart attacks and her doctor had warned her of an
impending third attack, which would probably be fatal. She was taking many medications including Lovastatin for cholesterol, Omeprazole for acid reflux, Amitriptyline for depression and pain and two types of inhalers. Her family history included heart disease, cancer, diabetes and stroke. Her husband was a smoker, which was not good for her asthma and caused great stress in their relationship. There seemed to be so many strikes against Joy that I was concerned we would not be able to turn her situation around before her next heart attack. So, as kindly as I
could, I declined to take her case, professing my doubts that nutritional intervention would be sufficient to help her at this point. I compared my arsenal of whole food supplements to mere BB guns stacked up against her medications, which were more like canons in their respective effects on the body. But when she began to cry, and her daughter politely refused to leave my office, begging me to change my mind, what could I do? Joy assured me of her unwavering commitment to follow my recommendations to the letter. It would not be easy, I told her. She would be required
to change her longstanding eating habits and lifestyle. She would need to check in with her MD regularly and work with him to reduce any unnecessary medications. She would also need to be very strong in her convictions for her own better health in spite of well-meaning friends or family who may inadvertently tempt her astray. Joy was determined, and just like her name, she was truly a joy to work with. Her husband was skeptical and did not wish to become involved, so her daughter drove her to my office for every visit. Joy paid for her care in cash that
she had secretly saved Gardening and healthy in a drawer so there food preparation soon would be no arguments became her most with her husband over passionate source of joy. the money spent on her Both Joy and her health. I started her on daughter became avid a program of nutritional readers and zealots supplementation and of sound nutritional we monitored her diet information. One day, weekly. We gradually Joy announced that she reduced processed was off the Lovastatin. products and increased Eventually, she came off nutrient rich foods. To her other medications my delight she began to and all but one of her lose weight and notice nebulizers. In six months improvement in her Joy lost 48 lbs. She energy very early on. looked great, slept better, She decided to plant a and had more energy and garden so that she could stamina. Her pain was eat organic vegetables significantly decreased without extra expense. See "Stronger voice” page 13
Breathe a little easier Health Matters Missagh Manshadi, B.Sc, Pharm Pharmacist/Owner
Quitting smoking just got a second breath from PharmaCare in British Columbia by providing free Nicotine replacement therapy, without a prescription. It means you can walk into a pharmacy and consult with a pharmacist, choose what form (lozenges, gum, inhalers, patches) and what strength of treatment you need and attempt to quit smoking. Chances are, either you know someone that smokes or you are a smoker and do not know about this new program. I was also pleasantly surprise at the number of websites, 1-800
numbers and articles on the Internet to help individuals quit smoking. Most people may not realize that nicotine can be as addictive as heroin. When we smoke, nicotine receptors in the brain will multiply as a result of large doses of nicotine from tobacco. When an individual tries not to smoke, this will cause nicotine withdrawal, anxiousness and irritability. If you have a chronic disorder such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and cholesterol and many others, this gives you even more reason to quit smoking. Many of you already know about the harmful effects of smoking. In this article I would like talk about some strategies to quit smoking and some benefits of quitting smoking. 1) Write down reasons for quitting. 2) Talk to your pharmacist or doctor
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Getting the most out of your medications Pharmacist Reflections Adam Sawula, pharmacist February is here and once again it’s Heart and Stroke Month. This year I wanted to touch on proper use of blood pressure medications. One of the big problems with these medications is the fact that many people don’t take them consistently. It is one of the most difficult issues to tackle in a pharmacy because most people swear they take them correctly. When I look at the fill history
though, I will often see them being filled late, sometimes very late. Most people never feel the effects of their blood pressure medications, as they work silently in the background. Because of this, I believe many people underestimate the importance of these medications. We always seem to hear that high blood pressure is bad, but what does it actually do? The bottom line is that high blood pressure (hypertension) does not kill you unless it’s extremely high, but it does increase the risk of developing complications that could be fatal a lot earlier on in life than someone who has normal blood pressure. Heart attack, stroke and heart failure are the three key
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your drug costs are high now, just wait and see what happens when they put you on two or three medications... It is important to take your medications as prescribed. Hypertension is not the end of the world. By taking medications properly and looking at alternatives, there are plenty of things that can be done to reduce the risk of developing problems sooner rather than later. Proper stress management, ensuring you are getting some form of exercise and following the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Diet are all good ways to help lower your blood pressure and can help improve your
overall health. Even a small decrease in blood pressure can result in significant decreases in the risk of developing problems. Although medications are only part of the solution, taking them properly is critical to help keep your body healthy. If you are unsure if your medication is working properly or if you feel you are experiencing side effects, don’t just stop taking your medications! Ask your doctor or pharmacist and see if we can help. Remember the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation has lots of information on their website at www. heartandstroke.bc.ca. I hope everyone has a happy and heart-healthy February!
1812 considered a stalemate
Continued from page 4 saved had there been e-mail. In the end, many consider the war of 1812 to be a stalemate. Territory seized by each respective faction was returned and borders were redrawn to their pre-war definition and remain so to this day. The war did however succeed in forging an identity as Canadians, by
distinguishing ourselves in battle and successfully defending our territory from invasion. It also brought a new sense of unity between EnglishCanadians and FrenchCanadians, as they fought a common enemy. Old resentments between Canadians and Americans have mostly faded and we now share
the longest undefended border and a partnership unrivalled in the world. The Peace Arch crossing into Washington State, and the Peace Bridge spanning the Niagara River from Fort Erie, Ontario to Buffalo, New York commemorate the signing of the Treaty of Ghent and are testaments to that cooperation.
40 years of marriage A married couple in their early 60s are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary in a quiet, romantic little restaurant. Suddenly, a tiny yet beautiful fairy appeared on their table. She said, “For being such an exemplary married couple and for being loving to each other for all this time, I will grant you each a wish.” The wife answered, “Oh, I want to travel around the world with my darling husband.” The fairy waved her magic wand and…poof — two tickets for the Queen Mary II appeared in her hands. The husband thought for a moment: “Well, this is all very romantic, but an opportunity like this will never come again. I’m sorry my love, but my wish is to have a wife 30 years younger than me.” The wife and the fairy were deeply disappointed, but a wish is a wish! So the fairy waved her magic wand and poof, the husband became 92 years old.
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The difference between wants and needs Simple Organization Kim Watt-Senner Now that New Years has come and gone, no doubt you are trying to live up to the expectation that you promised yourself in the resolution department! For those of us that are trying to “do better,” it basically means cutting back and being more responsible. This can be in regards to anything — food, alcohol, shopping, etc. For some, it’s simple — just don’t do it. For others, it’s a daily struggle. We see this all the time when we help someone decrease his or her closet. There is just too much stuff and not enough space or not enough time in the day to change outfits 45 times
to wear each item in a calendar year. (Wouldn’t that be tiring.) The term “clothes horse” comes to my mind. I’m not one now, but I was when I was younger. My thought process was “the more the better,” but the reality is that old thinking was wrong. If we really look in our closets what do we see? We wear about 20 to 30 per cent of the clothes on a regular basis. The other 70 to 80 per cent just hangs around waiting for the day that we are thinner, fatter, leave the house or are just plain worn for whatever reason. The average household spends just over $3,000 on clothing per year (according to Statics Canada). It doesn’t seem like a lot when you look at that number by itself. However, when you compare it to how much we spend on food (close to $8,000), it’s almost
half the amount! We need food to survive, but clothing is a personal preference. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not supporting a nudist colony, but we are spending a lot of money each year to look good. Then to have it sit around in our closets to either be thrown away or donated is money going out our door and out of our wallets. So, the next time you head to the clothing store, ask yourself: Do I need it or do I WANT it? Needs are different than wants...you decide. Kim Watt-Senner is the founder of Canada’s largest Professional Organizing company. The corporate head office is located in Kamloops, B.C., with other offices throughout Western Canada. Visit our website at everythingorganized. net or call 1-877578-7601 for more information.
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Retirement can be an exciting, active time of your life. But if you’re going to get the full benefits from your retirement years — which could last two, or even three, decades — you’ll need to have a vision for what you want to do. And to transform this vision into reality, you’ll need to take a “holistic” approach — one that involves a financial strategy, clear communications with family members and an awareness of the challenges that may stand in your way. To articulate your vision, ask yourself a series of questions, such as the following:
What do I want to do? When you retire, do you plan on travelling around the world? Purchasing a vacation home? Pursuing your hobbies? Or maybe you’re even thinking of opening a small business. Clearly, you have many options — and you’ll need to be aware that some choices are going to be more costly than others. If you can identify how you want to spend your retirement years and then put a “price tag” on your goal — or at least come up with a pretty good estimate of how much money you’ll need each year — you can then work with your financial advisor to create an investment strategy designed to help you meet those goals. Such a strategy will include both your need for growth — during your pre-retirement and retirement years — and your need for income, especially during your
retirement years. Your investment strategy should also take into consideration your risk tolerance, family situation and time horizon — how many years you have until your retirement. What “roadblocks” might I encounter? As you work toward achieving your retirement vision, you may well encounter some “roadblocks” along the way. One significant roadblock is the amount of health care expenses you might face during retirement. Many people think provincial health insurance will cover everything, but that’s not the case — in fact, you could easily spend a few thousand dollars each year, out of pocket, for health care costs. And since these costs typically rise as you move further into retirement, you may need a reasonable portion See "Potential" page 8
Correction: In our last issue, we published an article titled “This year, try making and sticking to a financial New Year’s resolution” that incorrectly stated that the TFSA annual contribution limit is $5,000. The contribution limit for 2016 is $5,500.
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Greetings! January was busy with the startup of all our events again, and it’s been lovely to see all the familiar faces after the break. Many thanks to all our busy volunteers who help out with setting up for luncheons and taking care of the coffee room. We want to bring your attention to our regular community events in February. Please remember that the Centre is closed on Feb. 8 for Family Day. We will be hosting a fundraiser concert featuring music by Saskia & Darrel on Friday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. Saskia and Darrel put on a wonderful show with folk and traditional songs and lovely tales of days of days gone by. Tickets are on sale at the front desk for $10 in advance and at the door for $12. Our Valentine’s Community Dinner will be held on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 5 p.m. The menu is roast beef by Harold’s Restaurant and entertainment is by Danny Case. There will be door prizes and a 50/50 draw. Tickets are still only $15 and must be purchased in advance at the front desk by Friday, Feb. 12.
There are many activities happening at the Centre from exercise classes such as yoga and fitness fun for seniors to art classes with Rose Rodrigues. Please call us at 250-376-4777 for more information. The Kamloops Adult Learners Society winter session is now in place and you can go to the website at www. kals.ca and find many interesting courses. Looking forward to March, we will be having our Annual Spring Antiques & Collectibles Sale on Friday, March 18 (from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturday, March 19 (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Entrance fees are $3 a person — toys, jewelry, china, newspapers — we’ve got it all! Children under 12 are free. One event we’d like to highlight this month is Pattern Dance Lessons by Brian Bursey. Everyone is welcome to come out and try a variety of dance steps every Tuesday from 10 a.m. until noon in the Dogwood Room. No need to have a partner and you are welcome to call Brian at 250-376-5194 for more information. This is a very fun way to fit some exercise into your day and enjoy some social time with friends. Have a happy month!
February 2016
Seeking input on new budget
Your Voice in Ottawa Cathy McLeod, MP The House of Commons is once again in session, and with it, my return to the often bone-chilling cold of Ottawa. As we close in on the federal budget for 2016, the new Finance Minister is gathering suggestions from Canadians across the country. As your local Member of Parliament, I’m happy to deliver your concerns and ideas to the Liberal Government. As many of you know, in these “prebudget consultations” the government asks Canadians the priorities they believe should be included
in the next federal budget. Every year I’m impressed by the wide range of ideas that are brought to the table, including those from right here in Kamloops. I encourage you to contact me with your ideas. This is your opportunity to share your opinions of what Canada’s financial priorities should be, and where we should be looking to go as a nation. For instance, I’m especially looking for ideas you may have to improve retirement income. If you want to contribute an idea, you can send it by email to my attention at Cathy. McLeod@parl.gc.ca. Alternatively, you can contact my Kamloops office by phone at 250851-4991, or write to me at: Cathy McLeod, M.P. 979 Victoria Street Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2C1 Remember, there is no postage cost to send a letter to your MP. I’m looking forward to hearing your views.
The following KALS courses are not yet full: The Big Little Science Centre Series with Susan Hammond (Feb. 3). Ethical Investing by Spencer Watson and Ron Castellano (Feb. 3). The Interior Authors Series, facilitated by Fern Hinse, Feb. 9 (Tues. series) and March 9 (Wed. series). Recycling in Kamloops by Jaimi Garbutt (Feb.12). Adult Guardianship and the Public Guardian and Trustee (April 12)
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of your assets to be allocated to investments with the potential for rising income. Even beyond normal health care costs, though, you need to be aware that you could eventually need some type of long-term care, such as a stay in a nursing home or assistance from a home health aide. These costs can be enormous; to cope with them, you need to prepare well ahead of time, so you may want to consult with your financial advisor for possible solutions.
How can I protect my family? Your retirement vision can’t just involve yourself, or even just yourself and your spouse. To fully enjoy your retirement years, you may need to know that you are helping to protect your grown children from financial and emotional burdens that could fall on them should you become incapacitated in some way. Among the steps you might consider taking is establishing a durable power of attorney, which allows you to
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Discussing estate plans with your loved ones Legal Ease By Kerri D. Priddle The reading of your Will should never be the first time your Executor and loved ones learn about your estate plans. Talking with these important individuals may be one of the most essential parts of managing your Estate prior to your death. Your Executor has a big job. He or she will need to know where to locate your assets and which funds to access to pay for funeral expenses, probate fees and taxes. They should not be digging through desk drawers and searching bank statements after your death for clues as to where to find your assets and determine your liabilities. Your Executor must be prepared to deal with your estate plan prior to your death, and have an understanding of what is entailed with its administration. Once you complete your Will, sit
down with the Executor and walk them through it. This is the kindest thing you can do for both the Executor and the beneficiaries. Most importantly, you should have the consent of your chosen Executor prior to appointing them, given the burden of determining your assets and liabilities and explaining the contents of the Will to your beneficiaries. The same goes for anyone who will inherit a business they’ll be expected to run, or sell. Beyond these individuals, no one necessarily needs to know what’s in your Will, and many people feel a sense of privacy about their decisions. However, it is best to disclose your plans to your spouse, children or other beneficiaries. They do not need to know the extent of the estate; just how your plan divides the assets so there is no surprise. For example, most parents do not want young adults inheriting large sums of money, so they create a testamentary trust within
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Recipes of the Month
Reprinted with permission and in loving memory from Eleanore Moore’s cookbook “Family Favourites, Past & Present” Cut dates into small pieces. Add walnuts. Sprinkle baking soda on dates and walnuts. Add boiling water and let cool. In a mixing bowl combine flour and salt. Add to liquid mixture. Add vanilla. Mix well. Pour batter into a large well greased loaf pan or 2 small loaf pans.
A family favorite served warm with maple syrup for dessert.
JOHNNY CAKE (CORN BREAD) 2/3 cup butter or margarine softened 1 cup sugar 3 eggs beaten 1-2/3 cups milk 2-1/3 cups all purpose flour 1 cup cornmeal 4-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 tsp salt
Bake at 350°F for 1 hour or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Note: this loaf freezes well.
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Pat Appel of Louis Creek is the January winner of the “Find Aubrey” contest. Besides successfully finding Aubrey playing above the OAS dates ad, Pat provided us with a long list of favourite articles including Health Matters and The Coming of Winter in addition to her perennial faves such as Pharmacist Reflections, Simple Organization, Legal Ease, Book Reviews, and Recipes. Pat won two $25 gift certificates to Storms Restaurant. Aubrey is once again playing hide and seek in one of our ads this month. Make sure you enter for your chance to win two $25 gift certificates to Storms Restaurant yourself!
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February 2016
Book Review By Marilyn Brown
Mass Disruption: Thirty Years on the Front Lines of a Media Revolution By John Stackhouse Random House Canada 2015 Non-fiction, 327 pages Available in book stores, in eBook format, and through the TNRD library system Does it seem to you that print and television news consist of less and less news and more and more advertising, lifestyle reporting on such things as how to pair wine with a particular dish, or promotion of the latest gadget? If so, you may want to read this book to find out the reasons behind such trends. John Stackhouse, well known for his work as editor of the Report on Business, begins with an overview of journalism and the media industry in 2013. He was editor of the prestigious Canadian newspaper, the Globe and Mail, and before that their foreign correspondent. His direct involvement in the newspaper publishing business during massive changes in news gathering, publishing, and media operations allows for a fascinating account from an insider’s perspective. Stackhouse, with more than thirty years’ experience in media, uses his knowledge of the financial aspect of running a business to illuminate what is changing in media. Stark figures of declining profits and expanding costs paint the canvas of an industry under siege. With a sense of urgency Stackhouse shares his view that serious journalism provides a service to the public by presenting valid information about what is happening in a community, regardless of undue pressures from such influences as “big business” or the politically connected. Stackhouse emphasizes the need for a reporter to carefully check sources for a story, illustrating this principle in the description of the investigative journalism of Greg McArthur on Rob Ford (former
mayor of Toronto) and his brother Doug and their connection to the drug trade. The author’s own international experiences in such places as Germany and India, as well as recent anecdotes, add zest to the story. (Read about the informal hockey game against Vladimir Putin to get fresh insight into the Russian leader.) What happens when few professional journalists are employed, when reporting from the general public via smart phones or other technology fills the need for instant but not necessarily correct or well-thought out responses to situations? Stackhouse explores the issues, along with how “… aggregators like Google News, user-generated sites like Reddit, the social networks of Facebook and Twitter, and wellfinanced content creators, from universities to corporations
to think tanks, (fill) the vacuum with their own information presented as journalism.” Mass Disruption: Thirty Years on the Front Lines of a Media Revolution is part history, part adventure, and part warning. Although at times heavy on the details of who has influence in media, not a “snappy read,” it is worth the effort. You will know why print and television news has changed and will glimpse the news styles of the future. John Stackhouse is the author of Out of Poverty: And Into Something More Comfortable as well as Timbit Nation: A Hitchhiker’s View of Canada. He is connected to the Munk School of Global Affairs and the C.D. Howe Institute. As of 2015 he is with the Royal Bank of Canada as senior vice - president in the office of CEO.
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February 2016
How would you choose to die?
Ask Drake Drake Smith, Funeral Director Well, that’s a cheerful little question isn’t it? Most people would probably wish to die in their sleep (just like in Kenny Rogers’ song The Gambler). It’s funny, but every day at least one client declares “When I die, I want it to be quick...I don’t want to have a long, slow death. Quick and simple would be perfect!” Or would it? It’s Heart and Stroke month in B.C. In Kamloops approximately 150 people die each year because of heart conditions. Nearly 100 die because of stroke. You’ve heard it all before — diet and exercise, cut out the bad habits, etc. All true. And, we’ve made incredible progress over the years in preventing sudden death due to heart and stroke matters. But here’s something you may not know, and it might be one of the most important things you ever read. It’s based on personal accounts from many people over the years, as they described the panic and stress they felt as they tried to help their loved one who was facing death at home because of a heart attack or stroke. This is the story I’ve heard all too often: the small wife found her much larger husband lying on the bed or the couch in great distress. He’d just had a heart attack or stroke. She called 911. The 911 operator firmly instructed the wife to “move your husband to the floor and commence CPR.” The fragile wife pointed out the difference in their
relative size and her own health condition, but to no avail; the 911 operator insisted he be moved to the floor. The wife struggled (and I mean struggled) to do as she was told. Then she valiantly tried to administer CPR to a man who was clearly dying or had already died. Several minutes later, the paramedics arrived and took over. My heart goes out to anyone who has had this experience. In sharing this common story I am in no way discrediting 911 or the dispatch staff. They are doing what they are told to do, and their instructions have probably saved lives. But I would urge you, please, to have a talk with your doctor. Husbands, talk with your wives. Wives, talk with your husbands. Have a clear plan in place, just in case you find yourself dealing with this horrific situation, where 911 is telling you to “move your husband/wife to the floor and commence CPR,” where you’re in a panic and trying, with all your might, to obey the authoritative 911 voice at the other end of the phone. And please feel free to call/ visit me if you wish to discuss this or funeral/ cremation matters. Drake Smith, MSW, is the Owner and Funeral Director of Drake Cremation & Funeral Services. www. NTFuneral.com. With locations in downtown Kamloops (250-3778225), Clearwater (250674-3030) and Barriere (250-672-1999), his dedicated team has provided funeral and cremation services in the Kamloops area and the entire North Thompson valley since 2005. He’s waiting for YOUR question! Catch him at a Blazers’ game or on the Rivers Trail with his beagle Maggie. Or send an email to DrakeSmith@NTFuneral. com A special big hello to our many loyal friends in the North Thompson!
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All investments have risk The following is part of a series of informational articles aimed at increasing public awareness about the services provided by the Kamloops Victim Services Unit. The Unit offers a variety of information and services, at no cost, to any victim or witness of crime or trauma. All Unit members have received specialized, comprehensive training in victims’ issues, the criminal justice system and crisis intervention techniques. The Unit is located at the main Police Detachment at 560 Battle Street. Victim Services operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week and may be accessed by calling 250828-3223. One of the most commonly used claims is the guaranteed high return with no risk. This scam often appeals to people on fixed incomes who are hoping to
increase their wealth. There is no such thing as an investment without a risk. The higher the claimed return on the investment, the riskier the investment. Every investment, whether in blue chip Fortune 500 companies or junior mining stocks traded on the Venture Exchange has a risk. Sometimes the “investment advisor” claims to have inside information that is not available to the general public. He says that his information must be acted upon quickly otherwise it will become public and the chances of a large return will be severely lessened. He also says this opportunity must not be discussed with anyone so that the information is not spread to the public. He does this so the investor is less likely to talk to friends, family or legitimate financial advisors who may see through the false claims.
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Beginnings are usually scary and endings are usually sad, but its everything in between that makes it all worth living.
are the principals of the company; what are their backgrounds, what expertise do they claim to have, are they reputable, where will the money be invested, and what information is available to the public? Get a copy of the prospectus. Be wary of advice to sell your present investments and to use the proceeds to buy the touted investment. Get the opinion of others. Investors who have questions about investments or financial advisors can get information from Investright, a part of the BC Securities Commission’s Investor Education Branch, at www.investright.org. Anyone who believes they may have been a victim of a fraud should contact the Kamloops RCMP Detachment at 250-828-3000 or RCMP Victim Services at 250828-3223.
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Stronger voice and she was able to exercise by walking further each day. Even her voice became stronger. Wisely, Joy did not ask her husband to change any of his health habits. She just quietly went about her own transformation and incredibly, as her health began to improve, so did their relationship. He even began to drive her to our appointments. I can only imagine how different Joy’s life might have been had she not been so persistent and determined to turn things around. She is an inspiration not only to me, and her family but also to anyone with similar conditions.
Another scam is the one where the advisor claims to have access to a special deal such as a bank known only to the very wealthy and the investor is being given a lifetime opportunity to invest with the big players. These cons appeal to our greed and to our egos — we are special. Everyone hates paying taxes so the scammer tells potential investors their investment is offshore and therefore there are no taxes — wrong! While taxes may be deferred, they can’t be avoided. In this scenario, the investor’s money is transferred to an offshore location, making it very difficult for the authorities to investigate. Potential investors can protect themselves by taking a few simple steps. If an investment seems too good to be true, it probably is. Ask questions of the salesperson — who
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Valentine Under the blanket of snow we rest, waiting for spring, composting with the earth and insects in humus We watch the juncos tapping their feet dancing their mating soiree Spring will start again nests will be built, when creation bursts forth with catkins and pussy willows dripping saps joining us Our hearts are full beating together forever Bitterroot
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The history of Valentine’s Day By Jessica Messerer-Trosin Valentine’s Day has a long history, but it hasn’t always been about love the way we know it today. There are a number of stories of how the origins of the day evolved into what it is today. The most common story is of St. Valentine of Rome, who lived under the rule of Emperor Claudias, around AD 200. Emperor Claudias gave an order to forbid the marriage of young people because he believed men would make better soldiers when they didn’t have their wives and families on their minds. St. Valentine believed couples should still be able to marry and so he continued to perform marriage ceremonies in secret. Sadly he was eventually caught, imprisoned and tortured for his actions. In AD 269 he was sentenced and set to be executed. Other versions of the story say that St. Valentine was arrested for giving aid to prisoners. About 100 years earlier, there was another St. Valentine who was martyred, under the reign of Emperor Aurelian, for being a devout Christian. Legend says that both of these St. Valentines died on Feb. 14, but it is widely considered improbable. At this point the day was still not how we know it today. In pre-Christian Ancient Rome, Feb. 13-15 marked Lupercalia, a festival to celebrate fertility. Feb. 14 became Valentine’s Day in AD 496, when Pope Gelasius declared it a feast day. It took almost another millennium for the first link of love to Valentine’s Day. In 1382, Geoffry Chaucer wrote A Parliament of Fowles, to celebrate the engagement of Richard II of England to Anne of Bohemia. In the early 15th century, Charles, the Duke of Orleans wrote a love note to his beloved, the first recorded.
Love notes weren’t popular for another 300 years however, when they caught on in England. They were made mainly of paper and lace. Postage was also becoming more affordable, and people were starting to send each other anonymous cards as a result. In 1847 Valentine’s Day cards came to America, and in 1913 Hallmark produced their first Valentine’s Day cards. The diamond industry got involved in Valentine’s Day in the mid 1980s. In 2010 more than 1 billion Valentine’s Day cards were sent around the world. And, to end with an astonishing statistic, in 2015 citizens of the U.S. spend a whopping $18.9 billion on gifts for their loved ones, according to the National Retail Association.
Where did the saying “Will you be my Valentine?” come from? One of the men who judged or imprisoned St. Valentine of Rome (different sources say different things) had a daughter, Julia, who was born blind. After he was imprisoned, Julia and St. Valentine spent time together and prayed together, and it’s said that miraculously one day she was able to see again. They fell in love, and the last letter he ever sent to Julia was signed, “From your Valentine.” St. Valentine’s Day first entered the mainstream when William Shakespeare wrote about it in Hamlet. Ophelia sings to King Claudius: Tomorrow is Saint Valentine’s day, All in the morning betime, And I a maid at your window, To be your Valentine. Then up he rose, and donned his clothes, And dupped the chamber door. Let in the maid that out a maid Never departed more. From Hamlet, Act IV, Scene V
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Love is stronger than Death February 8th, 2016
The Insight Story
Family Day is a special day set aside to help families get an extra day in the middle of the winter season to enjoy one another’s company and enjoy some of the great winter activities available in our region. While there are scheduled activities, there are plenty of things to do based on your specific interests such as skiing, snowboarding, skating, snowshoeing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, etc.
Wendy Weseen
“All my friends are dropping like flies,” whines Chuck Jackson of the Downchild Blues Band. By the time we reach our age, we know something about death. Three of my friends died during the Christmas season and another would have but, she refused. In January obituary pages were full. And I’m hooked on reading those obituaries. It seems more people die soon after Christmas than at any other time of the year. Morbid interest? I don’t think so. The personal experience of the impending death of my friend made me hold my breath for her and catapulted me into deep introspection about death, dying and love. Given three to five days to live at the beginning of December, my friend said, “No! Not at Christmas, I won’t do that to my family” and she didn’t. She rallied, had a remission of her disease and was playing crib by Christmas Day. We don’t want to talk about death especially in February, the love month when moonlight, roses, chocolates, and even the big love of the Buddha is in our hearts.
Humans have been fighting the reality of death since the Egyptian pharaohs created the pyramids to stash what they thought they would need in an after life. A few years ago I looked into a glass coffin at the carcass of Ramses II in the mummy room of the Royal Museum of Egypt in Cairo. A diminutive brittle body was swaddled in fragile linen looking like an artist’s rendition of Jesus in a manger. Stretched out on his back, his face delicate, features shrunken with sorrowful beauty, he had skin like parchment paper stretched across his cheek bones, thin and flecked like translucent mulberry paper. His right hand had levitated from its across-the-chest position and I noticed the small curved thumb and counted the fingers like I do when I encounter a new born baby, except then, I usually slip my finger under the child’s hand, feeling the seeping of heat from the tiny hand into my own, expanding my heart.
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Suites Now Available ONe-BedrOOM uNItS When people close to us die we become acutely aware of our mortality even in the hunky dory love month. My friend’s living was an act of loving her family so much she hung onto life so her death does not mar future Christmases for her family. Like the Egyptians, we want permanence, cling to life, hoping to keep what we have forever; every souvenir, photograph, recorded memory, and earthly symbol
underscores and hammers home the mistaken belief in our immortality, If I’m lucky I have 15 years to live. That does not seem very long. So I had better be doing what makes me happy. I better be loving life and everything it gives me. Because when I drop like a fly, I want my tombstone to read. “Here lies Wendy Weseen, she loved hard and well.” Like my friend.
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The founding of the Women’s Institute Submitted by Sara Williams In 1889, an 18-month old child in Ontario died from ingesting impure milk. Because of his mother’s grief and drive to understand what happened, this child’s death has had positive results that have encircled the world. Adelaide Hoodless (our Women’s Institute Founder) probed her son’s death until she concluded that the problem lay with the milk that was delivered to her household. Milk was delivered in open cans, and in the heat of an Ontario summer, the cans were surrounded by hordes of flies. Had Mrs. Hoodless known to boil the milk before giving it to her child, this tragedy could have been avoided. Once she understood the solution rested in educating the mothers, she set about designing an organization focused on delivering that education. With the assistance of Erland Lee of the Ontario Farmer’s Institutes, she spoke to a large group of women, and some of their husbands, at Squire’s Hall in Stoney Creek, Ontario. Her impassioned address swayed the women. She reminded them that the Ontario government offered more information and instruction to their husbands on the raising of livestock than they did to women on the raising of children. The evening grew late, so they decided to return the following week. So it happened on Feb. 19, 1897, again in Squire’s Hall, when 101 women founded the Stoney Creek Women’s Institute — the first in the world. The organization came to British Columbia in 1909 and found fertile ground!
Overlander Women’s Institute is at it again; doing what it loves to do — putting words into action. Our first business meeting for February will be Feb. 8 where we will be making donations to local charities such as the RIH Foundation, B.C. Children’s Hospital, Kamloops Food Bank, Sensational Soups etc. Feb. 14-20, 2016 has been declared as WI week across Canada. On Friday, Feb. 19, Overlander WI is having a potluck luncheon inviting the staff of the Kamloops Y Women’s Shelter. Our members will put together personal emergency kits including shampoos, conditioners, toothpaste and toothbrushes, combs, hair brushes, pajamas and other items. Overlander WI has been networking with the Kamloops Y Shelter for several years, enjoying the chance to do so. Women’s Institutes across Canada are working together to support women’s shelters. Again putting words into action, “community involvement,” I am in contact with a member from West King’s District in Nova Scotia WINS which encompasses five Women’s Institutes that help raise money toward the proposed three provincial hospices they also focus on education. The WI’s do sewing and knitting for the homeless, nursing homes and hospitals from donated materials. Whether in B.C. or Nova Scotia, women know how to enjoy themselves. To know more about us please call Cathy 250-376-9810 or Sara 250-5787906 for more info.
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Zone 8 has heart and promotes heart health Submitted by Linda Haas The 55+ BC Games’ motto is: For Life, Sport and Friends. Friends, new and longstanding will gather in Coquitlam, Sept. 20-24. This is your opportunity to enhance participation in your favourite sport/ recreational activity, or try something new. The result could well be a heart warmed by the experience and made stronger by preparation for your event. Please contact the Zone 8 registrar or sport/event coordinator to register or for information. Only listed are coordinators for events being staged in 2016. Some events require playoffs, which normally occur in April, with some in March and May. For ice curling, you must register by March 1 because playoffs, if needed, must be held while there is ice in Kamloops. The format for playoffs would depend on the number of teams entered. You need to become a member and pay the registration fee before any playoffs. Contact Kathy Arnold to indicate interest and for more details. Since the number of participants determines whether or not a playoff is needed, you must make your interest known early in all sports/activities. Accommodations are filling up fast, so contact your coordinator or visit www.55plusbcgames. ca for venue locations. Check the website regularly for ongoing updates on all things related to the 55+BC Games. Our first meeting of the year is Feb. 18, 10 a.m. at the Hal Rogers Centre, 3025 Summit
Dr. There is access from Hwy 5A (exit 368), turn left on Summit Drive, then into Albert McGowan Park. Come share our excitement and plan for a healthy 2016! Registrar: Heather Sinclair 250-682-4121 heather55plus@gmail.com Archery: Andy McLaren 250-679-2385 hawkeye@cablelan.net Badminton: Dorothy Telford 250-376-2427 dorron30@gmail.com Bridge: Craig Hamilton 250-579-8565 hamilc@shaw.ca Carpet Bowling: Sharon March 250-677-4234 smarch@bcwireless.com
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Living in your dream home Home Maintenance Tips Lyle Killough, Homewell Services Co. While the term “dream home” may conjure up images of a grand mansion with fancy furnishings, the real dream for many seniors is to continue to live in the home they already have for as long as they can. Of course everything must have a name, and this is often called “aging in place.”
For many, there are good reasons to plan to age in place. They include the comfort of being in the surroundings you know with all of your things. Perhaps you want to continue to keep a garden and pets, and maybe the spare bedroom is where your grandkids stay for a sleepover. Another big reason for many is economics; senior’s residences that provide varying levels of housekeeping, cooking and personal care can be wonderful, but they also can be expensive. If you are planning to stay put, have you considered how
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A home maintenance company should be able to help you with routine
seasonal maintenance like gutter and window cleaning and furnace filter changes. They should also be able to take care of repairs, emergencies and even renovations. A good home maintenance company for those planning to age in place should be able to provide assistance with adaptations and modifications which may be necessary to keep a home safe and accessible in the event of decreasing mobility, balance or strength. Of course there is a cost attached to such services, but it may still be an economic
alternative to a senior’s residence. Everything we own is likely to need maintenance, repair or replacement one day. The rule-of-thumb is to budget 1 per cent of your home’s value for maintenance, and perhaps more for older homes. Maintenance is often an omitted expense when budgets are tight, but this shortterm saving can lead to increased repair or replacement expense in the long run. If you want to age in place, make plans to find a reputable home maintenance company so that you can enjoy your dream home.
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The Flooring Expert Bill Hungerford, Nufloors Kamloops Subway tile is simple, elegant, modern and versatile. To sum up, subway tile is whatever you want it to be. Generally, subway tile are small to medium in size and rectangular in shape, but that’s where generalities end. We’ve Services Co. all seen how great white subway tile look as a backsplash in a kitchen. It is often that little extra something that brings the room together. You can literally pair any decor with white subway tile Services and have it look great.Co. Now lets talk about
Metallic subway tile are making their way into kitchens across North America and for very good reasons. Maybe your home is a little dated or you just like a modern look. Metallic subway tiles could be for you! When paired with a grey grout and brushed chrome fixtures, these tiles really give your kitchen an edgy feel.
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Don’t be afraid to experiment with patterns. Traditional subway tile look great, but if you‘re looking for a more unique style then don‘t forget the word herringbone (fish bone shaped pattern). Herringbone pattern looks amazing as a feature wall in your kitchen. Think white tile with a light grey grout laid in a herringbone pattern on an open wall
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It’s okay to join the dark side. Sometimes white just isn’t enough. When white subway tile meets white grout combined with white cabinets, often there can be too much white and nothing stands out. Try a role reversal to find some contrast. Think about dark subway tiles with a white or light colour grout. Or if white subway tiles are the look you want try a darker grout to really make them stand out. While these looks go fantastic in kitchens, don’t forget about your bathroom. Subway tile also look great in showers, above vanities or on a feature wall behind a tub. If you are in need of any inspiration this winter follow us on Houzz and check out some of our ideabooks to get your creative juices flowing.
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Barriere & District Seniors Society FEBRUARY 2016 Calendar of Events - The SUNDAY
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Yoga 9-10 am
Valentine’s Breakfast 8-11 am Bring your Sweetie!
Yoga 9-10 am
Yoga 9-10 am17 Carpet Bowling18 Line Dancing 10 am - noon 10:30 am Table Tennis A/E Chorus Practice 1-3 pm 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm Prayer/Bible Study Gardening Club 7 pm Group 7 pm
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Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch!
Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm
19 Yoga 9-10 am
25 Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm
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Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm 15
Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm 22
Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm 29
Bingo 1 pm Bridge 7 pm
Seniors Fifth Avenue
Phone: 250-837-9456 www.revelstokeseniors.ca
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Genealogy Workshop 1 - 4 pm
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Carpet Bowling 10am-noon Table Tennis 1-3 pm
Bingo
2 Arts & Crafts 10 am - 2pm Bring a lunch!
BC Family Day
Hostess on duty Tues, Wed, & Thurs 1-4 pm
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Squilax/Anglemont
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We look forward to seeing you there!
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CLEARWATER ELK’S PANCAKE BREAKFASTS every Saturday!
Lakeview Community Centre Society
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Revelstoke Seniors
Genealogy Workshop 1 - 4 pm
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Bridge
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26 Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
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19 Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
10 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am LFFD 7 pm Bowling 7 pm
Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Crib 1-3 pm
19 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Crib 1-3 pm
12 Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
9 Hospice Meeting 5pm - 9pm
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Farmers’ Market 10 am to 1 pm
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8 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Al-Anon 7pm Bowling 7pm
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15 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Al-Anon 7pm Bowling 7pm
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Little Fort, BC V0E 2C0
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Muriel Scallon, President
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Ashcroft, B.C. 250-453-9828
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29 Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Whist 7 pm
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Farmers’ Market 10 am to 1 pm
24 25 Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling Fun Cards 9:30 am 1:30 pm
Ashcroft-Cache Creek Senior Society SUNDAY
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22 Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Whist 7 pm
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9 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am
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BC Family Day 8
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Box 791 Barriere V0E 1E0
4 Carpet Bowling 9:30 am General Meeting 3 pm
Carpet Bowling 9:30 am
Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm Whist 7 pm
Breakfast 8 am to 10 am
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Little Fort Community Centre
4431 Barriere Town Road
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WEDNESDAY
3 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm
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Activity Centre
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Carpet Bowling4 5 9 am Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm
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18 19 Carpet Bowling 9 am Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm
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25 26 Carpet Bowling 9 am Coffee Drop In Senior Exercise 9:30 am 10 am Crib 1 pm Dance Club 7pm
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10 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm 16
17 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm 23
24 Billiards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am 10 am Whist 7:30 pm
Visit our website: www.revelstokeseniors.ca
OFFICE HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 9-4 RAINBOW CAFE OPENS 11:30 - 1:00
MONDAY
N.B: In order to provide the same good quality meals, we have increased our birthday and lunch prices by $1.00
7 Duplicate Bridge 1 pm
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28 Duplicate Bridge 1 pm Jammers Dance 7pm
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2 Table Tennis 8:30 am 3
Facebook: 5th Avenue Seniors Activity Centre THURSDAY
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8 9 Table Tennis 8:30 10 11 12 am Sing-a-long 9:45 am Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Table Tennis 8:30 am Weightwatchers 8:30 am Whist 10 am Scrabble 9:30 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Ladies Pool 12 pm Couples’ Dancing 2:30 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm Birthday Lunch Table Tennis 2pm Crib 1:30 pm Chess 6:00pm Darts 1 pm 12 noon Crib 7 pm Social Bridge 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30pm Bridge 1 pm Scrabble 7 pm
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Sing-a-long 9:45 am Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Table Tennis 8:30 am Weightwatchers 8:30 am Whist 10 am Scrabble 9:30 am Couples’ Dancing 2:30 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm Keep Fit 10:45 am Ladies Pool 12 pm Birthday Lunch Table Tennis 2pm Crib 1:30 pm Chess 6:00pm Darts 1 pm 12 noon Crib 7 pm Social Bridge 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30pm Bridge 1 pm Scrabble 7 pm
Pancake Breakfast 14 Table Tennis 8:30 15 am 8 am-11:30 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Duplicate Bridge Crib 1:30 pm 1 pm Line Dancing 1:30 pm Jammers Dance Social Bridge 7 pm 7pm
Duplicate Bridge 1 pm
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Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 4P2 Phone 250-832-1065
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Table Tennis 8:30 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Crib 1:30 pm Line Dancing 1:30 pm Social Bridge 7 pm
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Scrabble 7 pm
23 Table Tennis 8:30 24 am
Weightwatchers 8:30 am Canasta 10 am Keep Fit 10:45 Sing-a-long 9:45 am Scrabble 9:30 am Social Bridge 1:30 pm Ladies Pool 12 pm Couples Dance 2:30 pm Whist 10 am Table Tennis 2pm Chess 6:00 pm Darts 1 pm Bridge 1 pm Crib 7 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm
Scrabble 7 pm
For Rent - 280 Seat Auditorium
Weddings, Anniversaries, Celebration Of Life, Meetings, Fundraising Events A Stage For Concerts & Dances, Kitchen Facilities
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Events
Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers will be having a dance on Feb. 6 and will take place at The Hal Rogers Centre (Albert McGowan Park, 2025 Summit Dr). Admission is $6 for members, $7 for everyone else.
tickets are $10. Please contact Zonia at 250-372-0091, Franscoise at 250-372-3782 or Norma at 250-299-7221 for more information.
“New Year, New Work,” February at the Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St., Kamloops. Renovations are done and the gallery reopens with discounts on old stock, seconds and discontinued items. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Visit www. kamloopscourthousegallery.ca.
Fun Laughter Friends 2014, Kamloops Social Group — Couples/singles. Save the date: Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016. Appetizers & round and round it goes. Jump out of the box and into the circle of friends. Contact: laugh2014@shaw.ca. Kamloops Legion is hosting an authentic Ukrainian dinner on Saturday, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m., which is open to the public. Tickets are available at Branch 52, 425 Lansdowne St., Kamloops. Tickets are limited and are available for adults ($20) and children (12 & under $10). Call the Branch (250-374-1742) to reserve your tickets or email secretary@kamloopslegion.com. This family friendly event is open to members, their guests, and members of the public at the Legion. Following the dinner, musical entertainment will be provided for those who might want to dance and socialize.
RIH Retirees Valentines Luncheon will take place on Feb. 5, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It will take place at Cece’s Kitchen (formerly ABC Restaurant), 1835 Rogers Way. RSVP by Feb. 1 to Marnie Strong at 250-828-2724 or marnie.strong@shaw.ca The Thompson Valley Activity and Social Club presents “Let’s Dance,” on Feb.13. Hosted at the Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St., the dance will run 8 p.m. to midnight. Music will be provided by Insanity Sound and
Chase Seniors Centre FEBRUARY 2016 Calendar of Events - The SUNDAY
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1 Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
2 Silver Belles & Beaus 10:30 am Bingo 1 pm
3 4 5 Exercise 9 am Wood Carving Snooker 1 pm 9 am Exercise 9 am Canasta 1 pm Carpet Bowling Crib 1 pm Jam Session 7 pm 10 am
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8 Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
9 Silver Belles & Beaus 10:30 am Bingo 1 pm
10 11 12 Exercise 9 am Wood Carving Snooker 1 pm 9 am Exercise 9 am Canasta 1 pm Carpet Bowling Crib 1 pm Jam Session 7 pm 10 am
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Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
16 17 18 19 Wood Carving Silver Belles Exercise 9 am 9 am Exercise 9 am & Beaus Snooker 1 pm Carpet Bowling Crib 1 pm 10:30 am Canasta 1 pm 10 am Bingo 1 pm
22 Exercise 9 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
23 24 25 26 Wood Carving Silver Belles Exercise 9 am 9 am Exercise 9 am & Beaus Snooker 1 pm Carpet Bowling Crib 1 pm 10:30 am Canasta 1 pm 10 am Bingo 1 pm
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Additional Information: Thursday 9 am Wood Carving: Call Dave at 250-679-8110 FMI Lessons given, gals welcome.Thursday 10 am Carpet Bowling: New members welcome, lessons provided. Lots of fun and low impact exercise. Friday 1 pm Crib: Come early please. Help needed to set up tables & chairs.
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FRIDAY
FEBRUARY 2016 Calendar of Events - The MONDAY 1 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
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15 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
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3rd Sunday Social 12:30 Wells Gray Inn
28 M&M Lunch 1 pm Wells Gray Inn
THURSDAY
Board & Card Games 1:30 Seniors’ Drop-In Centre
WGCSS Mtg 3 10 am Seniors’ Drop-in Centre Crib 1pm Legion
Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm Writer’s Circle 2 pm Library
22 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
9 Seniors’ Lunch 10:30 Elks Hall
16
Bunco 1:30 Seniors’ Drop-in Centre
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Crib 1pm Legion Bingo 5 pm Elks Hall
10
4
11 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
17
Crib 1pm Legion Music & Refreshments 1 pm
Crib 1pm Legion Bingo 5 pm Elks Hall
FRIDAY
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Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm Writer’s Circle 2 pm Library
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Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm Book Club 2 pm Library
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Bar Open 12pm-7pm
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20 Dinner & Music 5 pm Legion
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Proud to sponsor the Clearwater Seniors Activities Calendar of Events 101 - 365 Murtle Crescent • Clearwater • (250) 674-2213
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Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door
14 Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door
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Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door
8 BC Family Day CLOSED
FRIDAY
Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Crib 7pm Darts League 7:30pm
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Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Crib 7pm Darts League 7:30pm
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Executive Meeting Bar Open Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Crib 7pm Dart League 7 PM Darts League 7:30pm
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Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Dart League 7 PM
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Bar Open 25 12pm-11:30pm Executive Meeting 4:30pm Crib 7pm Darts League 7:30pm
SATURDAY
Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Dance Al Weldon $10pp
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Bar Open 12pm-7pm Meat Draw 2:30 pm Ukrainian Dinner & Entertainment 6 pm $20/adult $10/12 & under
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Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Dance Strange Brew $10pp
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Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Dance Gord West $10pp
Bar Open 26 12pm-11:30pm Dance TBA $10pp
13 Bar Open 12pm-7pm
Bar Open 12pm-7pm
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Meat Draw 2:30 pm
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Bar Open 12pm-7pm Meat Draw 2:30 pm
OFFICE HOURS: 1 PM - 4 PM • MON-FRI PHONE: 250-374-1742 • FAX: 250-374-1708 EMAIL: Secretary@kamloopslegion.com
Bar Open 2pm-7pm
Chair Fitness 10am Euchre 1:30 pm
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Hours: 9am-7pm EVErYDaY
Bar Open 2pm-7pm
MONDAY
Sunday Night Dance 7:30 - 11 pm $10 at the door
Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
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Hike: Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am
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Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Dart League 7 PM
9A - 1800 Tranquille Road
Brock Activity Centre 6
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16 Bar Open 2pm-7pm
Bar Open 2pm-7pm
Dinner 5 pm Legion
Hike: Meet 12 @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am Coffee House 7 pm Blackpool Hall
15 Bar Open 2pm-7pm
General Meeting 28 & Installation of Officers 12 noon Bar opens after GM Meat Draw 2:30 pm
9 Bar Open 2pm-7pm
Legion Closed
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
5
Hike: Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am
Bar Open 12pm-7pm
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Kamloops, B.C. V2C 1Y2
THURSDAY 3
Bar Open 12pm-11:30pm Kamloops Mixed Dart League 7 PM
Bar Open 2pm-7pm
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Meat Draw 2:30 pm
SATURDAY
Hike: Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am
Bar Open 12pm-7pm
WEDNESDAY 2
425 Lansdowne St.
Office Hours: 1 pm to - 4 pm Monday - Friday
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Meat Draw 2:30 pm
Phone: 250-674-8185
WEDNESDAY
MONDAY Bar Open 2pm-7pm
(unless otherwise noted)
TUESDAY 2
SATURDAY
Evergreen Acres
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Clearwater Seniors’ Activities SUNDAY
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Open 8:30 to 11:30 am, 1:00 to 4:30 pm
WEDNESDAY
The Dr. Robert and Elma Schemenauer Award for Writing Showing an Appreciation of Nature 2016. This award will be issued annually to a member in good standing of the Interior Authors Group. The award will consist of: a certificate and a press release, a cash award of $200 and a cash award of $100 to the Interior Authors Group to support the growth and educational efforts of IAG. Works must be submitted by March 21. There is no entry fee. It must be a novel, short story, poem or other form of writing where an understanding and appreciation of nature is clearly incorporated and expressed (ideologically driven and advocacy messages will not be considered). It must be an original work by the author that is unpublished in print or digital form. Submissions can be sent by following the directions at www.elmams.wix.com/awards. The award winner will be announced at the summer social of the IAG in 2016. *There is a second contest with a Kamloops theme.
Royal Canadian Legion Br. #52
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Chase Creekside Seniors
542 Shuswap Avenue • 250-679-8522
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 4 pm
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2 3 4 5 Wood Carving Footcare 9 am Stitchers Club Lunch 11:30-1pm 10 am 10 am Canasta 1 pm Whist 1 pm Cribbage 1-3 pm Whist 1 pm Family Law BINGO 6 pm Bridge 1 pm 2:30 pm
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9 10 11 12 Wood Carving Potluck Lunch Stitchers Club 10 am 12 noon 10 am Crafts 1pm Canasta 1 pm Cribbage 1 pm Whist 1 pm Whist 1 pm Volunteer Bridge 1 pm Meeting 1:30 pm BINGO 6 pm
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15 16 17 18 19 20 Footcare 9 am Wood Carving Stitchers Club Lunch 11:30-1pm Prostate Cancer Cribbage 1 pm 10 am Chair Fitness 10 am Canasta 1 pm Support Group Whist 1 pm 10am Whist 1 pm Family Law 10 am Euchre 1:30 pm BINGO 6 pm Bridge 1 pm 2:30 pm 22 ootcare 9 am Chair Fitness 10am Euchre 1:30 pm 29 Chair Fitness 10am Euchre 1:30 pm
23 24 25 26 Wood Carving Stitchers Club 10 am Cribbage 1 pm 10 am Lunch 11:30-1pm Whist 1 pm Whist 1 pm Canasta 1 pm BINGO 6 pm Bridge 1 pm
27 Pancake Breakfast 9 - 11 am
For additional information on activities, events, programs and services, check out our website at
www.csikamloops.ca Also, “like” us on facebook!
250-376-5757
coopersfoods.com #38 - 1800 Tranquille Road, Brocklehurst, Kamloops, BC V2B 3L9
Need help shopping? Call or see us in-store for details.
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Seniors’ Resource Centre - Salmon Arm FEBRUARY 2016 Calendar of Events - The
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY 1
Monday Morning Market 7
Valentine’s Day 21
WEDNESDAY 2
Foot Care (by appt. only)
Lunch w/Friends
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Family Day Office Closed 14
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Foot Care (by appt. only)
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Foot Care (by appt. only)
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Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
Foot Clinic
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Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Crib 7 pm
22 Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm
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Open 9 am - noon
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Church Group 9 am 20
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AA 8 pm
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Church Group 9 am
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AA 8 pm
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Church Group 9 am
AA 8 pm 29
AA 8 pm
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Srs’ Computer Class Seniors Outreach 9:30 am - 1 pm 10 am - 12 noon
Bingo 5-10 pm
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Doors open 4 pm Walk-ins 6 pm Regular Games 7 pm
10 11 12 13 Painting Group 9 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Bingo 5-10 pm Seniors Outreach Seniors Outreach Srs’ Computer Class Srs’ Computer Class Doors open 4 pm 10 am - 12 noon 10 am - 12 noon 9:30 am - 1 pm 9:30 am - 1 pm Walk-ins 6 pm 12:30 - 2:30 pm Spiritualist Church Regular Games 7 pm 7 pm - 9 pm 16
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Seniors Outreach 10 am - 12 noon Seniors Outreach 12:30 - 2:30 pm Srs’ Computer Class 10 am - 12 noon 9:30 am - 1 pm Spiritualist Church Director’s Meeting 10:30 -11 am 7 pm - 9 pm
20 Bingo 5-10 pm
Doors open 4 pm Walk-ins 6 pm Regular Games 7 pm
24 25 26 27 Painting Group23 Seniors Outreach 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Bingo 5-10 pm 10 am - 12 noon Srs’ Computer Class Srs’ Computer Class Seniors Outreach Doors open 4 pm 12:30 - 2:30 pm 9:30 am - 1 pm 9:30 am - 1 pm 10 am - 12 noon Walk-ins 6 pm Director’s Meeting Spiritualist Church Regular Games 7 pm 10:30 -11 am 7 pm - 9 pm
Passchendaele Road, Sorrento, B.C. Phone: 250-675-5358
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Pool 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm Rock Club 7:30-9:30 pm
Computer Class: .................Shirley 250-675-2354 Tuesday Art Group: ...............Ross 250-832-3579 Spiritualist Church: ..............Norm 250-832-0442 Mount Ida Painters: ....................Al 250-832-5149
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6 Carving Scottish 8 am - noon Quilting 10 am Ladies Snooker Dancing Cards 1-4 pm Pool 1 pm 1-4pm 9:30 am-noon Pool 6 pm
9 10 11 12 13 Wheels to Meals Carving Pool 1 pm Scottish 8 am - noon Quilting 10 am Ladies Snooker Crib 1:30 pm Cards Dancing 1-4 pm Pool 1 pm 1-4pm Rock Club 9:30 am-noon Pool 6 pm 7:30-9:30 pm 16 17 18 19 Pool 1 pm Carving Ladies Snooker Crib 1:30 pm 8 am - noon Quilting 10 am 1-4pm Rock Club Cards 1-4 pm Pool 1 pm 7:30-9:30 pm Pool 6 pm
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Box 1552 — 31 Hudson Ave. NE Salmon Arm, V1E 4P6 250-832-3015 Drop in Pool 10 am - 2 pm Monday - Friday
WEDNESDAY
29 Bingo: ....................................Wendy 250-253-3516 Hall Rental: ...............................Dave 250-833-0902 Mt. Ida Painters Seniors Outreach: ..............................Sheila or Dave 9 am - 2 pm ...........................................................250-833-4136 Better at Home: ..................Wysteria 250-253-2749
AA 8 pm
Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Crib 7 pm
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Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Crib 7 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Crib 7 pm
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18 Open 9 am - noon General Meeting 1 pm
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League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
Sorrento Drop-In Society
Donna Schwieger 250-373-2334
FRIDAY
Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm
21 Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
Rummoli 7 pm
THURSDAY
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Open 9 am - noon
12 Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
Open 9 am - noon
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Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
29 Open 9 am - noon WHY Bingo 6 pm
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Rummoli 7 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am
21 Savona Weight22
Savona Weight Loss Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
Floor Curling 1 pm
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League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
Open 9 am - noon
MONDAY
Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
O.A.P.O Branch #129
Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
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Loss Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
Open 9 am - noon
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Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm
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League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
Open 9 am - noon
FRIDAY 4
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General Meeting 1:30 pm Rummoli 7 pm
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SUNDAY
6605 Buie Road/Savona Access Rd
WEDNESDAY
Savona Weight Exercise Loss Club 8:15 am 8:30 am Exercise 9:30 am Potluck Dinner Carpet Bowling Meeting 6 pm 6:45 pm Savona Weight Loss Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
Floor Curling 1 pm
Open 9 am - noon
THURSDAY 3
Salmon Arm Seniors Drop-In Society
SATURDAY
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2
FEBRUARY 2016 Calendar of Events - The
January 25th Foot Care by appointment Contact: Colleen Thom, RN, FCN Phone 250-819-1632
Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Cribbage 7 pm
Savona Weight Loss Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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WEDNESDAY
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Open 9 am - noon
Rummoli 7 pm
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Carpet Bowling Bingo 1 pm Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm 7 pm Cribbage 7 pm
MONDAY
Floor Curling 1 pm
17 Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm
Hall opens at 10:30 am Bingo 1 pm
FRIDAY
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10 Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm
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Crib Tournament 1 pm
Day Away
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9 Hall opens at 10:30 am Bingo 1 pm
15 Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Cribbage 2:30 pm
Crib Tournament 1 pm
Drop-in Centre 80 – 150 Opal Village Centre Mall
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Day Away
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Day Away
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1675 Tutill Court • Phyllis Riley, President
WEDNESDAY
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Bean Supper 6 pm
Day Away
THE MERRITT SENIORS ASSOC. and O.A.P.O. Br. #168
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Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Cribbage 7 pm
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Carpet Bowling Bingo 1 pm Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm 7 pm Cribbage 7 pm
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Temptation Spiritual Thought Rev. David Schumacher
know where the attack is likely to come from, you might just have a better chance of overcoming it. Oftentimes temptation comes from outside of us. James writes: When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and
The last petition of the Lord’s Prayer reads: “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” The word tempt means “to seek to seduce into evil.” Or, “to seek to seduce me to want anything and everything I know is not good for me!” We are always under attack from temptation. Opportunity knocks only once, but temptation bangs on the door constantly. enticed.” (James 1:13-15) But, temptation’s There are people army can’t launch an around us whose invasion until it finds a influence on us is just bridgehead. So, where rotten to the core. do temptations find their They seem to bring out foothold in you? the worst in us. In a To be forewarned is to tempting world you be andFont if you to be very careful 3.5”forearmed, x 2.5” | Maximum Size: 30 need pt
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Life After Death Do you believe in life after death?” the boss asked one of his employees. “Yes, Sir.” the new recruit replied. “Oh, well that’s okay then!” said the boss. “Because after you left early yesterday to go to your grandmother’s funeral, she stopped in to see you!” ~ Unknown
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The Kamloops Garden Club is having its monthly meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 7 p.m., in the upper level of Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. As usual, there will be an interesting and informative guest speaker to entertain us. New members are always welcome. Kamloops Tai Chi Club practices Yang-style short form Tai Chi, Sword form and Qigong. Join our nonprofit group every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. For more information contact Dave at 250-372-0717 or Claudette at 250-851-0944. Please visit our website at www.kamloopstaichiclub. com.
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Kamloops Cango Grannies are looking for new members. We are a group of women who have fun while fundraising to help African grandmothers raise their AIDS-orphaned grandchildren. We support the Stephen Lewis Foundation, which works in Africa with the grandmothers. Our monthly meetings are held on the third Monday of each month. Contact Ann at 250-374-0114. Bridge players wanted at Desert Gardens. Join us on Tuesdays, 1 p.m. All levels welcome. For more information please call Katie at 250-682-0906 or Marty at 250-828-2595. The British Columbia Government Retired Employees Association meets every third Friday of the month (with the exception of July, August and December) at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. For further information please phone 250-376-3119 or 250-372-2743.
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at 6 p.m. for coffee and social. Games begin at 7 p.m. Kamloops Photo Arts Club meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays (September to June) for learning and sharing. Meetings are held at the Henry Grube Education Centre, 245 Kitchener Cres., Rm. 1B. Phone: 250-372-1778 or our website is www. kamloopsphotoarts.ca for more information. Overlander Women’s Institute meets the first and third Friday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon on the North Shore. For women to meet other women, to become informed, involved and to enjoy an abundance humor. For more information call Cathy at 250-376-9810 The Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place on the fourth Thursday of each month (September to May) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Heritage House in Riverside Park. All are welcome. For more info call Catherine at 250-579-9108.
The world famous Kamloops Rube Band practices every Monday evening (except holidays) at the Kamloops Yacht Club, 1140 River St. News members with playing experience are welcome to drop in and join us, having fun with music. For further information please contact Dick Parkes at 250-5735740 or rparkes@telus.net.
Kamloops Antiques, Collectibles and Heritage Club meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to June at Heritage House on Lorne St. (Riverside Park). Guests and new members welcome. All meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information call Bernice at 250-372-0468 or 250-377-8364 and ask for Joyce
Learn to play the Ukulele. We are now offering a series of six lessons for beginners, a one time charge of $10. You are also invited to stay and enjoy our regular Tuesday practice and sing along. For more information visit our website at www. ukuleleorchestraofkamloops.com or call Lynne at 250-372-7485 or Dorene at 250-376-5502.
Kamloops Stamp Club meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mt. Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum. Contact 250-314-1021.
Excelsior Rebekah Lodge No.23: Feb. 1 - Hall Society Meeting at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9 - General Meeting at 7:30 p.m. (Valentine Party) Feb. 15 - Past Noble Grand Meeting at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23 - General Meeting at 7:30 p.m.
McArthur Park Lawn Bowlers on McArthur Island meet Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 7 p.m., with an arrival at 6:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Free parking, free instruction and free use of bowls for first years. Requirements are flat soled shoes (no heels or cleats) plus enthusiasm. For more information or to make arrangements for instruction, call 250-376-0917 (Kay) or 250-319-3255 (Ron).
The Council of Canadians meets at 5.30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at the Smorgasbord Deli, 225 - 7th Ave. Please join us. Call Anita or Dalton at 250-377-0055 or 250-3770055 for more information. You can also visit www. kamloopscanadians.ca.
Kamloops Celiac Chapter meetings take place the second Tuesday of each month (Jan. to Nov.) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., above Living Kitchens at 1361 McGill Rd. (side entrance). All are welcome. For more information call 250-314-1404.
The Kamloops Naturalist Club meets on the third Thursday of each month, September through June at 7 p.m., Heritage House, Riverside Park. Guests are welcome. We are dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the natural world. Please call 250-554-1285. Kamloops’ original Coffee House. From town, take the Trans Canada Hwy. east to the Dallas Petrocan. Follow Dallas Dr. to Barnhartvale Rd. and keep going for seven km. Barnhartvale Hall is on the left. Thank you for supporting local live music! The next open mic will be Saturday, Feb.20, with feature act: Sleepless Nights. Doors open at 7 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5. For more information contact Chrisy at 250-573-0025 or visit www.barnhartvalecoffeehouse.com. Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you, 755 Tranquille Rd. Saturday and Sunday: Meat draws from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday: Pull Tab draws from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: Horse races from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH meet the first Monday of the month (except July and August) at 1:30 p.m. at the Calvary Temple. Everyone is welcome. Come join us and find out what we are all about or call the office at 250-314-2331. Cribbage every Tuesday evening at Mt Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St., North Shore. Doors open
Do you enjoy singing in harmony and a great variety of songs? Kamloops Happy Choristers invites new members who are 55 and over for a social atmosphere and a chance to sing for senior residences and public concerts. We meet every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Heritage House. For more information call Sharon at 250-579-9505. Alzheimer Caregiver and Early Support Stage groups meet the second Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society Resource Centre, 405, 235 – 1st Ave. For more information please contact Tara Hildebrand, support and education coordinator Alzheimer Society of B.C. at 250-377-8200. Ping Pong / Table Tennis: experience the wonderful enjoyment of the game — all ages and beginners are welcome. Make new friends, have fun and be fit. Experts say it is also good for your brain. We play on Tuesday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday 12 :30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Desert Garden Community Centre, 540 Seymour St. For more information call 250-3723965. Crown Jewel of Canada — The Ravishing Rubies are looking for 18 and over to join out group for some fun, travel, friendship and sincere ideas for entertainment and social activites. Call Queen Beverlee at 250-374-0949 or 250-372-3339.
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Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop has moved across the road to 387- 4th Ave, 250-3723448. Our hours there are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday. We have excellent merchandise and prices and welcome new customers. Kamloops and District Diabetes can be reached by calling toll free 1-888-628-9494, which will connect you with the regional office in Kelowna. There are two support groups in Kamloops. Community speakers are always welcome. The Kamloops Heritage Model Railroad Club meets on the first Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Come and investigate a great hobby. Call 250-5543233 for more information. North Kamloops Royal Purple: We are a funloving, dynamic and dedicated group of volunteers helping children and our community. Meetings are on the first and third Tuesdays in the afternoon. New members are welcome. Contact Eleanor Vernon at 250-374-2806 or Merrilyn Pennanen at 250-3744941. Aberdeen Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at noon. Meetings are held at Cece’s Kitchen, 1835 Rogers Pl.. New members welcome. Call 250-828-1765. North Kamloops Elks Lodge #469, #102-1121 12th St., 250-376-2924 (leave message). We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 7.30 p.m. New members are welcome. Crib tournaments every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group, a support group for people who’ve suffered a stroke and their caregivers, meet the second, third and fourth Thursdays of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The group also offers a speech software program to help those with speech recovery. To confirm dates of meetings, location and other information, call Shona at 250-320-1348. Kamloops Prostate Cancer Support Group meet at 10 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at The Seniors Activity Centre, 9A-1800 Tranquille Rd. Phone 250-376-4011 or email larube_kam@shaw.ca. The Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer Connection a source for cancer information can be accessed at 1-888-939-3333. Are you serious about writing? Network with people who are supportive, informative and interested in publishing. Why not check out Kamloops’ own Interior Authors’ Group, which meets the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Chartwell Ridgepointe (Pineview), 1789 Primrose crt. Call Elma, 250-374-1750, or go to www.interiorauthorsgroup.ca. The Interior Authors’ Group has recently published Featuring – Black and White: An Anthology. Black and White: An Anthology, an e-book, features
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stories, poems, articles, and is written by the spirited members of The IAG. Encapsulating some beckoning titles and using a variety of contrasting themes: Black and White Thinking, is an enticing poem that searches out the heart. Are They Black?, is a memoir of travel in the Black Hills. Involution meditates on how light and dark manipulate change. The selection Freedom examines Black and White as a parallel and shows that the two sides have contrasting freedomzones. A Rainy Day Tale presents a time for sunshine and for rain. The Mall Wife zeros in on three different lifestyles that collide and eventually lead to a beneficial climax. Visiting Yesterday leads readers to contrast the here-and-now with bygone days. These are only sample titles in this amazing read. M&M Social Time for Ladies in Clearwater meets the last Sunday of the month at the Wells Gray Inn at 1 p.m. Call 250-587-6503. Tuesday afternoon cribbage takes place at 1:30 p.m. at McArthur Park Lawn Bowling clubhouse, next to Norbrock Stadium. Come for crib, coffee and goodcompany. Free parking. Call 250-579-0228, 250-5798259 or 250-376-0917. Kiwanis Club of Kamloops welcomes new members every Tuesday at noon to Desert Gardens. Call 250374-2316 for more information. Enjoy walking? Join the Hearts in Motion Walking Club every Tuesday and Thursday at the food court in Aberdeen Mall at 8:30 a.m. Yearly cost is $10. All money raised goes to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Everyone is welcome. Call Sharon at 250-374-0688.
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Simply the Best Thrift Store is open Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 662 Seymour St., home of the clothing and footwear bag sale! The Kamloops Parkinson Awareness Group meets the third Wednesday of each month from Sept. to June, at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour Street — 1 p.m. For more information contact Rendy at 250374-0798. Army Navy & Airforce Veterans in Canada - Unit 290. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and the community. We are located at #9-177 Tranquille Rd. Contact information: 250-554-2455. We still have our Tuesday night free bingo starting at 4:30 p.m. and our Wednesday darts starting at 1:30 p.m. We have our karaoke on Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. and on the weekends we have our meat draws on Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m. 886 Overlander Wing of the Royal Canadian Air Force Association will be holding their AGM for all members on April 13, 2016 at the home of Alex Sim at 2322 Parkcrest Ave. Kamloops, B.C. (North Shore) at 1400 hrs (2 p.m.). On the agenda will be election of the Executive for the coming year as well as information on the upcoming 30th Wing birthday party. All members in good standing are encouraged to attend. For more information contact Mike at 250318-5777. Taoist Tai Chi is a registered charity that holds classes at Ralph Bell School, 1764 Valleyview Dr. On Mondays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon. Also a class is held at the Heritage House in Riverside Park on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Please contact Beatie at beatie@gcislands.net or 250-631-9160. You can also visit www.taoist.org/ kamloops.
Wells Gray Country Seniors Society meets first Wednesday of each month, except July and August, 10 a.m. at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre, Dutch Lake Community Centre; Third Sunday Social at 12:30 p.m. at Wells Gray Inn all year long; Writers’ Circle, 2 p.m. at the Clearwater Library on first and third Thursdays; Book Club also at the library at 2 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month. Contacts: Eileen at 250-674-2400 or Evelyn at 250-674-3688.
St. Paul’s Thrift Shop, 360 Nicola Street is open Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 pm. Wheelchair accessible from back lane entrance. Great bargains every week.
Kamloops Ostomy Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This is a group for ostomates and their support persons. Enhance your quality of life through interaction with others who live with an ostomy. FMI call 250-819-0945.
Kamloops Elks Lodge #44 meet 7:30 p.m. every second Thursday of the month at 784-B Victoria St. Come and meet the members. New members welcome. The hall is also available for gatherings, meetings, etc. For any inquiries please call 250-3722737 or 250-573-4632.
Chronic Pain Association of Kamloops meets the last Wednesday of each month at noon at People In Motion, 182B Tranquille Rd., for resources, support and fellowship. Parking in back. Call Ashley at 778-257-1986 or email ash.westen@gmail.com.
The Kamloops Chapter of the Kidney Foundation: Through our parent organization, the Kidney Foundation of Canada B.C. and Yukon Branch, programs and services designed to improve the lives of those living with kidney disease are made available as well as raising awareness about organ donation and supporting innovative research on kidney disease. Call Linda at 250-579-2274.
55+ Kamloops Senior Swimmers meet Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 to 9 a.m. at the YMCA/YWCA. Call Elizabeth, 250-573-2818.
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Hearing aids are NOT DESIGNED to be purchased ‘off the rack’ Like car tires and running shoes... Hearing aids are complicated medical devices that require a focused and driven professional to customize them to an individual’s needs. At Kamloops Hearing Aid Centre, we are professionals skilled at fitting and programming hearing aids based on the results of your hearing tests. The most advanced fitting methods and equipment are used to make sure you hear with maximum clarity, even in the most difficult listening situations. We love helping people reconnect with those they love through better hearing. Remember, it’s your hearing there’s more than price to consider!
Tax Tip Hearing aid batteries, hearing aids and repairs are all considered a medical expense and you can claim them. Just contact us if you need a copy of your reciepts.
Did you know? After your hearing assessment we will tell you if your hearing test indicates that you should be applying for third party benefits, such as DVA, WCB, Non-Insured Health Benefits (First Nations) Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation. We can also investigate accessing your extended health benefits and direct bill your insurer if your plan allows this.
Beginning your journey toward better hearing with Kamloops Hearing Aid Centre means you will have a friend and guide to help you every step of the way. We’re here to do one thing - to help you and or your loved ones hear better and get more out of life. Everything we do is focused on that one goal, from the staff we hire, our knowledge and skills, our hearing tests, the brands we select and expertly fitting your hearing aid. It’s all to help you hear better.
We offer a wide range of solutions and it is important to remember that there is no such thing as “one size fits all.” Just as each person’s hearing loss is different, so are each individual’s listening needs and preferences. What works for your neighbor, friend or family member may not be appropriate for you.
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