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WESTSYDE POOL WOES Report from 2005 noted moisture problems in the facility

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PRODUCE AND THE ECONOMY Sometimes the type of food arriving tells when times are tough

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FINANCIAL MATTERS Saving And Managing Money

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR RRSP 1. MAKE IT AUTOMATIC

With a biweekly or monthly preauthorized plan, you can avoid the rush before the contribution deadline and benefit from tax-deferred growth on your contributions throughout the year.

If your workplace offers a group RRSP, sign up. Contributions can be deducted before calculating payroll taxes, lowering the taxes withheld from your paycheque. Some employers also match contributions.

2. CONTRIBUTE MORE DURING PEAK EARNING YEARS

If you are in a high tax bracket, consider maximizing your contributions to benefit from the tax deduction. Plan to withdraw in retirement when your income and tax rate are likely to be lower.

3. CONSIDER AN RRSP LOAN1

If you have excess RRSP contribution room, you may want to consider an RRSP loan so you can make a larger contribution to your RRSP during the first 60 days of the year.

You then use your tax refund to repay some or all of your loan. The result is more money working for you sooner.

GUIDE ADULT CHILDREN TOWARDS FINANCIAL SUCCESS AN OPEN DIALOGUE CAN HELP PAVE THE WAY FOR LONG-TERM FINANCIAL SECURITY ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT

goals many parents set for themselves is to raise their children to be financially independent.

And, by the time children reach their mid-to-late 20s, they’re often earning an income and making their own financial decisions. However, they may still benefit from some gentle guidance about budgeting and debt. The challenge for many people in their mid-20s is that they’re experiencing so many “firsts”: a first full-time job, a first apartment, a first car. The pace doesn’t slow down in the late 20s, when they may be saving for a wedding, a house and all the expenses associated with starting a family of their own. In the midst of this period of rapid change, there are regular expenses to pay – from groceries to utilities.

There may be a student loan, a car loan and months when income doesn’t match expenses, credit card balances and other consumer debt may start to creep upwards. The sooner young adults start balancing income and expenses and keeping debt to a minimum, the better positioned they will be for future financial success. Here are tips on how to have a productive conversation with your children:

TAKE THE INITIATIVE Some young adults are reluctant to bring up the subject of finances with their parents, but grateful when given an opportunity to discuss their concerns. Open the door with something like “We haven’t talked about money in a while, and I want you to know that you can still come to me for advice whenever you need it.”

LISTEN CAREFULLY Your children may give you clues that finances are becoming a struggle without coming right out and saying it. They may complain about a landlord being too tough on them. They may express anxiety about whether they will get a raise or a bonus at work.

Probe to find out if financial stress is behind these comments.

BE OPEN Tell your children about some of your own money challenges, today and when you were their age. This can help reassure them that you won’t be judgmental, as well as giving you a chance to share some of your money management tips.

OFFER OBJECTIVITY Acknowledge that you don’t have all the answers and, if appropriate, recommend that your children make an appointment to speak with your advisor. An advisor can provide expert advice – and young adults may be more comfortable talking about their financial situation with a professional. By raising the topic, you can help young adults address small challenges before they become large or even insurmountable. It’s one more way you can help set your children up for long-term financial success.

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5. TOP UP WHENEVER YOU CAN Think about contributing raises, bonuses, tax refunds and extra cash flow after you pay down a debt. At the very least, boost your annual contributions by the inflation rate.

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A report on Westsyde Pool commissioned a decade ago noted excess moisture in the building could be damaging its roof.

However, city staff say follow-up investigations didn’t turn up the kind of issues that have led to the pool’s closure since last summer, problems that will require millions of dollars to repair.

Staff say moisture leaked from the pool into the roof and degraded the laminate beams and ceiling material to the point where it could potentially collapse under heavy enough snows and amid strong enough winds.

In the 2005 study of the city’s pools, as well as the YMCA pool downtown, consultants said it was possible moisture was becoming trapped in Westsyde’s ceiling “that may contribute to the decay of the roof structure.”

Further inspection was recommended.

“We looked at it and we did some painting work and some basic repairs, but it wasn’t anywhere as close to deteriorated as it was when we discovered it last year,” said parks and civic facilities manager Jeff Putnam.

Putnam said an inspection of the ceiling and beams would have occurred as part of the work following the 2005 report and annually in the years since as part of routine maintenance Inspections would have been visual and conducted by staff most often, Putnam said, with engineering consultants hired to inspect a only few city roofs at any given time because of the expense.

Putnam said the city only became aware of the compromised nature of the roof more recently.

“It was noticed within the last two years,” Putnam said. “It had probably got to a point with the weight load in the ceiling. We for sure noticed it last year.”

Putnam said the city called in an engineering firm when ceiling tiles over the pool’s deep end began to

It recommended installing hot tubs, an expanded fitness space and a teaching pool — or closing the pool in a little more than a decade.

“It is the consultant’s opinion, however, that attendance figure would not increase dramatically,” the report stated.

The city would go on to add a fitness centre and hot tub to the facility, but parks, recreation and cultural-services director Byron McCorkell said he doesn’t think the additions have enticed more people to swim in the main pool.

About 41,000 visits are made to Westsyde each year. While there isn’t a comprehensive breakdown of where people go once inside the building, McCorkell said staff who work there report seeing more people in the fitness area than in the pool.

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droop, which is when the moisture issues were flagged. But, he added, it wasn’t until a second consultant was hired that the extent of the damage to the roof structure became clear.

A third consultant, hired to plan the repairs, recommended more upgrades to solve the moisture problem, driving estimated costs higher.

“This is a very unusual situation,” Putnam said. “No one, unless you were an absolute building-envelope expert and you went every year and did a detailed building inspection, you would never pick that up.”

The city is facing about $5 million in repairs should it choose to keep the pool open and fix the aging ventilation and dehumidification systems in the building, which are at the end of their lives. A $3-million fix that only replaces the roof structure and improves the building’s insulation is also on the table, as is a $13-million major upgrade of the facility, with new water features.

Kamloops city council will decide what to do with the pool following community consultation in the next few months.

What to do with the facility A 2005 report on the state of Kamloops’ pools praised Westsyde Pool for being well maintained, but suggested the city consider closing the facility in favour of a new pool on the North Shore around 2012, unless it was willing to give the facility an immediate major upgrade.

According to consultants Trevor Owen Architects, PERC and Hughes Condon Marler, the pool had nearly 15 years of life left in 2005, though given the age of the facility, it should have had slightly less than seven years left.

“This difference is significant and most likely the result of very diligent or better-than-expected maintenance,” the report stated.

But it suggested the pool’s 1970s design was already behind the times for the modern swimmer, who preferred leisure facilities and relatively shallow water.

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BRIEFS Cougar sighting near school

A possible sighting of a cougar near Parkcrest elementary in Brocklehurst on Wednesday prompted a call for parents to pick up their kids and for students to walk home in groups.

Conservation officers did not find the animal.

Last week, a young cougar was killed after it came too close to a day care on the Tk’emlups Indian Band reserve.

Flight from police leads to arrest

A domestic-assault call downtown led to an arrest in North Kamloops yesterday morning.

At just before 9 a.m., Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Cheryl Bush said, Mounties were trying to stop a vehicle to arrest a man for domestic assault.

As officers approached the vehicle in the Lansdowne Village shopping centre in downtown Kamloops, the suspect drove off at a high rate of speed.

Bush said officers did not give chase due to public-safety concerns.

Shortly after, at about 9:15 a.m., a 24-year-old man was arrested at Northills Centre in North Kamloops.

The investigation is ongoing, Bush said, noting police will be submitting a report to Crown counsel.

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Join us on February 8th!

February 10 5:30 pm - Heritage Commission DES Boardroom, 105 Seymour Street February 15 4:30 pm - Arts Commission Corporate Boardroom, City Hall February 16 11 am - Audit Committee Corporate Boardroom, City Hall 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting February 23 1:30 - Regular Council Meeting 7 pm - Public Consultation Budget Meeting Parkside Lounge, Sandman Centre March 1 1:30 – Regular Council Meeting 7 pm - Public Hearing

4th Annual Family Day Festival Monday, February 8th, from 10 am to 4 pm at the TCC Fieldhouse.

The Family Festival is free to attend, with activities going on all day!

There will be a Pacific Sport KidZone, wheelchair basketball with the Kamloops Adaptive Sports Association, face painting, RiverCity Gymnastics Obstacle Course and Princess Party characters, a science centre with BIG Little Science Centre, community booths and more.

Stay tuned for new and exciting activities this year!

Don’t forget you can participate in the Indoor Gran Fondo while the kids play! Register at www.kamloopsgranfondo.ca.

Regular City Council meetings are broadcast on Shaw Cable as follows: Thurs and Sat at 11 am and Sun at 7 pm.

Council meetings can also be viewed online at: kamloops.ca/webcast.

Meeting schedule is available at kamloops.ca/council.

Notes Pot Hole Notice Potholes are formed when water seeps into small cracks in the asphalt and freezes. The expansion of the ice in the crack causes the asphalt to crumble, and through repeated freeze thaw cycles a pot hole eventually forms. While Kamloops can generally boast about having a fairly mild winter climate, the constant variation of temperature above and below freezing results in the creation of potholes every winter and most predominantly in early spring.

During the winter months, conventional hot mix is not available and holes must be temporarily filled using a hot recycled asphalt mix or a cold mix material.

Unfortunately the repaired potholes are susceptible to the same freeze thaw cycle and at times require to be filled repeatedly until a more permanent repair can be scheduled in the spring when asphalt plants open up.

During these freeze thaw cycles events up to two City crews operate 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday, patrolling and filling potholes they find. It is not uncommon, in wet road conditions, for crews to refill a hole several times in one day until road conditions dry.

The City is always looking for better ways to alleviate the problem of pot holes that appear every spring. However, until a better system is found, motorists must be vigilant for the ever present pothole menace.

We encourage citizens to report potholes by phoning the Public Works Centre at 250-828-3461 or by using the MyKamloops mobile app, available for download at www.kamloops.ca/mobileapp.

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City Budget Meeting Tues, Feb 23, 7- 10 pm Sandman Centre, Parkside Lounge

Todd Road Pedestrian Upgrade Project Public Information Session

Distinguished Service Awards Kamloops City Council is inviting nominations for the City's Distinguished Service Award.

The Distinguished Service Award was initiated by Mayor and Council to acknowledge those who, over a period of time, have dedicated their time and service to the well-being of our community and its citizens.

For nomination criteria and forms, please visit the City website at www.kamloops.ca.

Deadline for nominations is Friday, March 4, 2016.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (drop in) RL Clemitson Elementary School 5990 Todd Road Interested residents are encouraged to drop by any time between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm for information on the 2019 Todd Road Pedestrian Upgrade Project. City staff will be available to answer any questions.

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TRU professors challenge protest-related ruling CAM FORTEMS

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A pair of Thompson Rivers University law professors are challenging a court decision that backed University of Victoria’s right to punish an anti-abortion group for a public demonstration in a case that focuses on free speech rights on campus.

Craig Jones and Micah Rankin, both of whom teach law in Kamloops, along with Andrea Greenwood, are representing the B.C. Civil Liberties Association and Cameron Cote, a student who headed an antiabortion group on campus called Victoria Youth

Protecting Youth (YPY).

They argued yesterday in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver that the earlier provincial court decision backing the university’s right to punish YPY and restrict its ability to hold public demonstrations on campus is contrary to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

The university backed the student society, which designated YPY’s events as “harassment.”

“It’s terribly ironic the university and student society are arguing students should have no legally protected right to free speech on campus,” Jones said in a telephone interview.

YPY has run up

against UVic and its student society in past.

In the most recent instance, YPY held a “choice chain” event in which demonstrators held up contrasting images of developing and aborted fetuses.

They endured abuse, including having smoke bombs and stink bombs thrown at them.

On separate occasions, UVic’s student society declared YPY events “harassment” and asked the university to take action against the group.

Jones said the B.C. Civil Liberties Association is both a fierce defender of a woman’s right to choose, as well as people’s ability “to say they’re wrong.”

UVic’s backing of the student society, Jones said, puts “fresh-faced undergraduates with their first taste of power in charge of parsing out their fellows’ speech rights.”

After the 2013 choice chain event, the university revoked YPY’s outdoor space booking privileges for a year and warned that failure to comply could be classified as academic misconduct.

That came after a complaint by the student society to the university.

The B.C. Civil Liberties Association unsuccessfully challenged the university in provincial court. The judge determined the university is akin to

a private corporation and, unlike government, is not subject to Charter protections.

That decision is under appeal and may eventually make its way

to the Supreme Court of Canada.

“The university’s view . . . is that it should be able to regulate speech on its property as a private landowner

DO YOU HAVE A CHILD WITH A DISABILITY WHO RECEIVES DISABILITY ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS FROM THE PROVINCE OF BC? The Province of BC has announced welcomed changes to its disability assistance program, increasing the asset limits for benefit eligibility from $5,000 to $100,000 per person. This means that recipients can receive and keep cash gifts, such as inheritances or gifts from parents or other relatives, without impacting their eligibility for their disability assistance payments.

More information about the ease in the restrictions can be found on the website for the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation.

Marking legacy of black Canadians JESSICA KLYMCHUK

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Black History Month aims to achieve more than overcoming ignorance. In rewriting the history of black people, Alejandro CamposGarcia said, we are rewriting the history of all humanity.

The TRU Faculty Association’s equity committee invited the sociology professor to discuss race in the 21st Century on Wednesday in honour Black History Month. February marks the 20th anniversary of the celebration recognizing the accomplishments of those who helped shape Canada’s black history.

In defining and rewriting the milestones, achievements and struggles of society — the government of Canada has recognized the absence of black people from the country’s history books

— altering one aspect creates a ripple, he said.

“You are changing totally the way we address past, present and future and we change the way we relate to each other,” Campos-Garcia said.

“That’s why it’s relevant to you, even though you think you’re not connected to that and you think it’s only a matter of overcoming ignorance.”

Few Canadians know people of African descent have been in this country since the 18th century, he said — one century ahead of many other ancestors.

“Before Canada became a dominion, before the expansion to the west, before Canada became a separatist country, there were black people here,” he said.

“These people have been part of the very core of Canada as a country.”

Because Canada has “persistently” tried to define its own history as a country that is white, Campos-Garcia said, there is a belief black people are new to Canada Forgotten is the fact slavery once existed in Canada, that loyalists who arrived after the American Revolution were black and that many sacrifices were made by black Canadian soldiers during the War of 1812, he said.

This month, however, the legacy of black Canadians will

be honoured.

“Remember, black people have been historically labelled as incapable, as not capable of merit, as unintelligent, as totally uncivilized,” CamposGarcia said.

“In presenting the achievements of thousands and thousands of African descendants, it’s a way of proving this idea wrong, of fighting against misrepresentation, a way of showing there is nothing of difference in the so-called division of humankind.”

and, in this regard, is in no different of a position that a company that operates a gravel pit,” the civil liberties association wrote in its argument.

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Victim in December crash dies Stranger A 61-year-old Kamloops man has died following a serious crash on Highway 5 North near Sun Rivers in December.

BC Coroners Service spokeswoman Barb McLintock told KTW Wesley Earl Peters died in Royal Inland Hospital on Jan. 28 as a result of complications from injuries he suffered in the Dec. 29 wreck.

The crash between Shuswap Road and Mount Paul Way closed the highway for five hours.

Police said at the time the driver of a southbound car lost control and collided head-on with a northbound cube van, which then collided with a pickup truck.

The driver of the pickup truck, Peters, was not wearing a seatbelt and was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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Wesley Earl Peters died on Jan. 28, a month after being involved in this Dec. 29 multi-vehicle accident on Highway 5 North.

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Kamloops Mounties are asking for help in finding a young man with a dog who spooked a mom and her daughter in Valleyview in Wednesday afternoon.

RCMP Staff Sgt. Edward Preto said police received a report at 1 p.m. of a man who approached a sixyear-old girl near Marion Schilling School on Park Drive.

The girl was a short distance away from her mother when the man, walking a dog, approached the girl, spoke to her about finding her parents and allowed her to pet his canine.

When the mother approached them, the little girl ran back to her mother and the man began running away from the school in the direction of Valleyview Drive.

Preto said the child was not harmed.

The man police wish to speak to is white and in his mid-20s. He stands about 5-foot-9, has a slim build, a buzz cut and acne on his face. He was wearing a dark-coloured hoodie and jeans. His dog looks like a German shepherd, was on a leash and is about six months old.

Anybody with information is asked to call Kamloops RCMP at 250 828 300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Investigation into dog-attack death continues TIM PETRUK

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The B.C. Coroners Office and the RCMP continue to investigate the case of a woman on the Tk’emlups Indian Band being mauled to death by a dog last Saturday night.

Regional coroner Larry Marzinzik said evidence at the scene showed 78-year-old Kathleen Green was attacked by a mixed-breed dog weighing about 27 kilograms (60 pounds) that she had been feeding while it was chained to a structure on her West Shuswap Road property.

She was pronounced dead at the scene.

BC Coroners Service spokeswoman Barb McLintock said investigators will be looking into the dog’s history.

She said investigators have not yet decided whether that will include physical testing of the dog’s remains.

Green reportedly lived with her grandson in the home on the band’s reserve. It is believed the dog belonged to one of her children and was being kept at her home.

Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Cheryl Bush said officers from the Tk’emlups detachment were called to a home on Shuswap Road West just after 5 p.m. on Jan. 30 to investigate “a reported death, possibly related to a dog mauling.

Bush said Mounties had to shoot and kill the animal to allow paramedics to reach Green.

RCMP Staff Sgt. Doug Aird was asked if dogs are a significant problem encountered by Mounties. ”I would say it’s a rarity,” he said. “In my 34 years, it’s the first time I’ve encountered it.”

TIB Chief Fred Seymour met with family members on Monday morning.

“The family is stricken by this,” Seymour said.

“We’ve been there since it happened. We’re counselling and doing as much as we can.

“It’s a rarity, I guess,” he said of the dog-attack death. “It’s never an easy thing to deal with. You never know what’s coming down the pipe.”

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LOCAL NEWS Michaek Mak (left) and Horst Deppe volunteer to sort perishables at the Kamloops Food Bank this week. The quality and amount of donations of vegetables has changed and the number of bins being filled for collection has decreased since Christmas.

Cauliflower’s arrival a sign of the economy DALE BASS

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The Kamloops Food Bank received a large donation of cauliflower recently from a local grocery store.

The retail price of cauliflower has soared in recent weeks and customers weren’t buying it at the store.

As a result, it ended up in blue bins bound for the Wilson Street agency.

It likely won’t happen again for some time, said agency executive director Bernadette Siracky, but it illustrates the state of the economy.

The collapse of the Alberta oil industry in particular has also had an impact on other food banks it has been helping, including the one in Kamloops.

Four or five times a year, Siracky said, the Calgary agency would send a tractor-trailer of excess donations to Kamloops, but she’s anticipating that will drop off now that Calgary’s client base has grown by 26 per cent.

However, Siracky is not worried.

First, the existence of FoodShare gives the Kamloops agency an advantage over other food banks in the country that are being hit hard by a combination of higher food prices and more people relying on that type of social support for assistance.

Most have to buy perishables, but the Kamloops agency is in partnership with donors, including all of the city’s grocery stores, Walmart, Costco, Nature’s Fare Markets, Fresh is Best Salsa, London Drugs, Shoppers Drug Mart and Little Caesars Pizza.

The quality and amount of donations of vegetables has changed, Siracky said, and the number of bins being filled for collection from partners started to decrease after Christmas and continues to be fewer than in years past.

“But we’re different than a lot of other food banks,” Siracky said.

When the agency has a fundraiser or other event to collect foods, it is successful.

“This community just keeps on supporting us,” she said.

Statistics show the role the food bank plays in the city.

In 2014, for example,

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FoodShare fed almost 7,000 people and supported 39 other agencies and schools that run meal programs.

Last year, the food bank accepted 1.2-million pounds of perishables at an estimated value of more than $3 million.

Siracky said the Kamloops agency also hasn’t seen the kind of increase in its client base other food banks have.

Last year, the client base increased by less than three per cent — and much of that increase was composed of the working poor.

Statistics from 2015, with 2014 in brackets, show the Kamloops agency supported 759 (752) children under the age of five; 1,266 (1,068) children between the ages six to 18; 3,816 (3,161) clients between the ages of 19 and 59; 580 (448) clients over 60; and 44 (45) agencies.

In addition to the perishable food collected, it also took in 551,192 (484,991) pounds of nonperishable food.

“We were OK in January,” Siracky said.

“We’ll just have to watch and wait and see how it continues.”

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Lorne Street Road Closure Lorne Street between 3rd Avenue and 4th Avenue will be closed starting at 10 am on February 5 – 6, 2016 to accommodate Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada. Access to the Station Plaza and the Sandman Centre parking lots will be maintained via the East side of 4th Avenue on Lorne Street.

The closure will affect normal operations of traffic and will be in place 24 hours a day until the completion of the event. Motorists should expect delays when driving in the area.

Please use caution when driving in the vicinity and obey all traffic control personnel, signs and devices. The City of Kamloops appreciates the cooperation of all motorists. Inquires can be made to the Transportation section of the City of Kamloops at 250-828-3452.

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HOT: What else but Hockey Day in Canada? The four-day celebration began Wednesday night in Sun Peaks, continued yesterday with visits by hockey legends to various schools (accompanied by the Stanley Cup) and a star-studded luncheon at the Tournament Capital Centre and picked up momentum last night with the alumni game at Sandman Centre.

There is much more today before the showcase of the event — an all-day broadcast from downtown Kamloops to the entire nation — takes centre stage tomorrow. Go downtown tomorrow and soak it all in.

OUR

NOT: The decision by TransForce of Montreal to close its Canadian Freightways operation on McGill Road.

The business just isn’t there and, while the number of jobs lost is not massive, there are still six people without work — and that is a crisis in each and every one of their lives.

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HOT: Kamloops resident Nikki Fraser, who was one of 10 Canadians chosen by the CBC to fly to Ottawa, step inside the Prime Minister’s Office and ask Justin Trudeau a question dear to their hearts.

Fraser asked the prime minister what he plans to do to address the missing and murdered indigenous women and girls whose tragic stories have been told across Canada.

Fraser had mixed feelings about Trudeau’s response, but the mother of two won’t stop there.

She will continue her fight for justice and will travel to Manitoba for meetings being held in advance of the planned national inquiry Trudeau announced during the federal election campaign.

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Pooling opinions on plan

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t was an Africa hot day, a Tuesday, when the stresses of work and life had reached the boiling point.

It was mid-morning and the mercury was already bypassing the 20s and speeding toward 30 and above.

I had had enough of everything and decided right then and there to drive home, grab two bored, sweaty kids and surprise them with an impromptu trip to Brock Pool.

It was our first visit to an outdoor pool in Kamloops and it was glorious, serving as a special trip for two young children and as a natural antidote to the stresses of everyday life that can smother a man.

The memory of that Tuesday often comes back on hot days — and I cannot help but smile at the experience, as simple yet profound as it was.

Of course, one cannot prepare budgets and plan infrastructure on memories of halcyon days alone, which is why we elect council members, who in turn rely on city staff to guide the city into the future.

However, to eliminate all public outdoor pools from the Kamloops landscape would be a damn shame — particularly if a compromise can be reached.

In the meantime, my guess is we will see echoes of the opposition to the recent $91-million performing-arts centre proposal (which resulted in a decisive rejection on the part of voters) when city staff meet with residents in Westsyde, North Kamloops and Brocklehurst to talk about the pools-and-ice proposal.

In a nutshell, the city is faced

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MUSINGS with expensive repairs to the indoor Westsyde Pool and the outdoor pools in Brocklehurst and McDonald Park and is suggesting a major recreation revamp. It would entail draining the water from Westsyde and turning that building into a recreation centre with a gym, closing Brock Pool and replacing it with an ice sheet, turning the McDonald Park into a spray park and building a leisure pool on McArthur Island.

Already there are furious debates online about this proposal, from questions about how long the city knew the extent of problems with Westsyde Pool’s roof and inner workings to accusations the fix has been in for some time — that city hall had a plan to close the pool for some time.

The main problem is many Westsyde residents were assured their pool would reopen after repairs and that closing it was not part of the equation.

When the city finds more problems that add millions to a repair job and suggests talking about the future of all aging facilities north of the river, a conspiracy theory is

formed in the collective mind of those who have longed believed they live in an area of town perpetually in the shadow of preferred South Shore neighbourhoods.

But, and this is a big “but”, nothing has yet been decided.

In fact, contrary to almost every other news report in Kamloops on this issue, city council has not decided to spend $100,000 to gather public opinion on the issue. What the city will be doing is spending the next eight to 10 weeks talking to Westsyde, Brock and North Kamloops residents about the proposal.

The reception to the proposal will guide the next steps in the process, be it spending $100,000 on the initial design of that leisure pool or looking at repairing Westsyde Pool and keeping it open.

The entire debate boils down to choices.

There is a $200,000 repair tab hanging on venerable McDonald Pool and the cheapest estimate to fix the roof at Westsyde Pool is $3 million, about $210,000 more than what the city has in the bank for the job. It is not as if that money is not available. The city spent $50,000 to secure the Hockey Day in Canada event and may spend another $100,000 on a recreation study if this pool plan proceeds to the next stage.

That is almost enough money to keep the kids splashing in the sun in North Kamloops and enough cash to top up the reserve fund to fix the Westsyde Pool roof.

It is, as always, about choices — and, to the city’s credit, the people who live near and use these facilities will be asked to guide those choices.

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YOUR OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

WESTSYDE POOL IS CRUCIAL TO COMMUNITY Editor: As letter writer Dorance Fleming stated in the Feb. 2 edition of KTW (‘City incompetence in Westsyde Pool fiasco’), those of us who live in Westsyde enjoy our local pool and always will.

The inability to address concerns about a leaking, damaged roof has been in the forefront for years. There has been a lack of action.

Westsyde residents deserve this much-needed upgrade, while the facility should also be made bigger and better

(parking is not an issue).

Closing Westsyde Pool is not a option and this behaviour of forgetting about Westsyde in general must stop.

I help coach football at Westsyde secondary and we teach the kids how to prevent and deal with injuries.

One of the most successful new forms of physical and mental fitness is hot yoga, which our coaching staff trainers and managers recommend and suggest to our young athletes.

There is many a mentor and trainer out

there within the circle of all physical fitness wanting to educate and help — and having access to a full recreation centre, including a pool, is essential.

I walk my dog early every morning and see many people using the facility.

I implore the city to improve our pool and know we living in Westsyde enjoy being green and lean.

Karl E. Wolfe Kamloops

REMOVING SPAWNING FISH LEADS TO FEWER NUMBERS Editor: Re: KTW’s front-page story of Feb. 2 (‘Lowest salmon return since 1939’): I am sure the major interruption in the numbers has nothing to do with allowing a native fishery to use nets and commercial boats at the mouth of the Thompson River at the west end of Kamloops Lake for the last eight to 10 years, taking out

thousands of spawning salmon of different species.

Mother Nature normally sends a quantity of spawning salmon up the river in certain years to compensate for events (disasters) she fears may happen down the road.

If man or other elements interfere with this, we suffer the consequences in the form of fewer salmon returning

the following year.

If you think 2015 was a bad year, wait until you see the results in 2018 from the fish harvested in 2014.

I believe there were about 49 53-foot reefer trailer loads of salmon removed from Kamloops Lake in 2014 This is only one of many lakes in B.C. where this practice takes place, so I suspect the same

problem is probably happening with many other salmon runs throughout the province.

I do not have statistics or data that backs up this theory, but common sense would dictate that if you remove too many spawning fish from the system, the numbers are definitely going to drop off accordingly.

Al Belsham Savona

CANADIANS BURSTING THEIR OWN REAL-ESTATE BUBBLES Editor: When are Canadians going to stop inflating the real-estate bubble?

Household debt in Canada is the highest among G7 nations.

The main culprits are low interest rates combined with high housing costs.

We are borrowing more than we make and continue to do so because we are paying astronomical prices for housing and unnecessary items.

The government isn’t going to hold our hands when interest rates rise and we have to renew our mortgages and pay hundreds of dollars

Steve Andrews Kamloops

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A selection of comments on KTW stories, culled online RE: STORY: CANADIAN FREIGHTWAYS CLOSING ITS KAMLOOPS OPERATION:

“One of what could be a long line of industry-related business closures over the next year, reflecting the poor economic climate of the nation.”

— posted by Perry

RE: STORY: RESIDENTS WILL WEIGH IN ON PROPOSAL TO CLOSE POOLS, CREATE NEW POOL ON MAC ISLE:

“We can barely park on McArthur Island now.

“Maybe we can park up at the TCC. Oh yeah, they don’t have parking, either.”

— posted by Cris Parker “Close Westsyde Pool. Never mind the bullies “Consolidate recreational services in Kamloops with a large, multi-use facility centrally located on McArthur Island.

“That is the most sensible, cost-effective and fairest way forward for the City of Kamloops.”

— posted by Tk’emlups Territory

a month extra.

The banks don’t care because it’s more money for them.

We keep listening to realtors as if they know best about the economy, while they enjoy hefty raises from high housing sales.

We must wake up and take control of the pricing and stop paying inflated prices.

Warning bells are ringing.

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The ninth annual Mayor’s Gala for the Arts was held on Saturday, Jan. 30, at the Coast Hotel and Conference Centre. Among those attending the sold-out event were (clockwise from top left) Jessica Vliegenthart and Jennifer Chrumka; Bonnie McLean; Mayor Peter Milobar and wife Lianne; Chris and Bud Hollstedt and doctors Anders Ganstal and Jennifer Takahashi.

Q: We are thinking about moving into a retirement community. What types of activities would be offered?

Should we expect to pay additional fees if we were to participate and take advantage of any of these opportunities?

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A: Most retirement communities offer activities.

These are planned and facilitated by the staff and often involve speakers, educators and entertainers.

Always ask if these activities are included in the monthly fee. Entertainment can be anything from movies to musicians, choirs and dancers.

Popular games may include bingo, crib, bridge, mind challenge and puzzles of all kinds. Intellectual or spiritual growth activities might include travelogues, educational seminars and chapel services.

An active, vibrant community will offer fitness classes such as yoga, tai chi and osteofit as these will contribute to your overall health and wellness.

Painting classes, craft projects and knitting groups will appeal to the craft minded individuals.

Transportation is available at most retirement communities and in many cases is included in the monthly fee. Appointments as well as shopping trips are often accommodated. Some offer special outings and excursions to local Kamloops attractions.

Some will offer outings a little further afield to places like Sun Peaks or Davison Orchards. Local restaurants can also be popular outings for lunch or dinner. In nicer weather outings may include walks down at Riverside Park or picnics at any number of Kamloops’ beautiful parks.

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t’s important to fire slap shots at the City of Kamloops, just to keep the powersthat-be honest when they drift offside.

Today is not one of those days, though — my clap-bomb musket is in its holster.

I won’t begin to list names because there are too many, but everyone involved in wrangling Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada should be applauded, from city staff, to the Kamloops Blazers, to the local organizing committee, to the business community and volunteers who made this happen.

As our alwaysquotable Mayor Peter Milobar likes to say, “The Tournament Capital punches above its weight.” This time, the ole Hub City landed a knockout blow.

So far, the community has taken advantage of all the fantastic free

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activities — the opening ceremony at Sun Peaks Resort, the on-ice clinics, the Scotiabank Kids Hot Stove, etc. — and is embracing a once-inlifetime opportunity.

River City residents are even getting off their wallets to access ticketed events, which, as I’ve droned on about before, is not always the case when the Tourney Cap snares these marquee sporting events.

It’s not hard to see why folks are getting behind this one.

The list of Stanley Cup winners, Hall of Famers,

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Canadian media icons and local heroes involved — Ron MacLean, Don Cherry, Bryan Trottier, Wendel Clark, Lanny McDonald, Mark Napier, Trevor Linden, Cassie Campbell-Pascall and Darcy Tucker, to name a few — is outstanding and they put on an unforgettable show yesterday at the (extended) luncheon at the Tournament Capital Centre.

How many times in your life will you get the chance to sing happy birthday to Don Cherry?

Happy 82nd, Grapes.

Sponsors, networks, local businesses and corporate suits tooting each others’ horns does become a bit nauseating, but it comes with the territory and it’s just part of the deal these days, I suppose.

At the luncheon, attended by nearly 1,200 puck lovers paying $50 each, Milobar said Blazers’ marketing director Dave Chyzowski got wind of the opportunity to host Hockey Day and, during a late-night

conversation with His Worship that involved at least a few glasses of wine, the wheels were set in motion.

The City paid somewhere between $40,000 and $50,000 to Rogers Sportsnet. That was money well spent, to say the very damn least.

Kamloops will be glorified tomorrow on an all-day broadcast that includes six hours of primetime exposure.

Surrounding areas — a glowing Sportsnet feature on the Logan Lake Pond Hockey Classic is online now and will air on Saturday — will also benefit.

But, more importantly, young and old alike are getting the chance to meet and mingle with their heroes — and you cannot put a price-tag on that.

It is beyond me how Linden and McDonald manage not to snap after being mobbed and bombarded with photo requests and the same old small talk.

Kudos to them.

This has also turned into a Blazers’ reunion and you get the feeling it’s been a blast for guys like Tucker, Chris Murray and Corey Hirsch, a chance to re-live the Memorial Cup glory days with old friends.

They’re young again, at least for a week.

Don’t think those guys, and many other of the NHL alumni involved, aren’t having a party, too. Tom Gaglardi’s end-of-month Shark Club numbers should tell the story.

I will take aim at the city and wire a howitzer its way sometime in the coming months, you can bet on that, but this space is reserved for praise.

“From a pure media exposure value for the Tournament Capital, we scored a hat trick!!” always-energetic city man Jeff Putnam said in an email to KTW, likely fresh off 10 push-ups.

You sure did, Jeff.

I tip my cap to everyone involved.

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Kamloops judo will be on display as the Tournament Capital Centre plays host to the Youth Provincial Championship Judo Tournament this weekend.

The event will bring about 100 athletes to Kamloops.

“They should take the opportunity to compete — it gives you more, different ways to practise,” said Henry Uyeda, head instructor of the Kamloops Judo Club, which will host the event.

“For the kids, it’s experience.”

Tournament action will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.

A provincial workout will then go from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on

Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Sunday.

Kamloops is hosting the provincial championship for the third time in its five year history.

The Tournament Capital was home to the inaugural competition in 2012, as well as its successor in 2013, before it travelled to Prince George in 2014 and Vancouver in 2015.

The provincial championship is also a selection event for the group that will represent B.C. at the the U16 to U21 National Championships in Calgary later this year.

“Most of the serious competitors that are trying to get spots to compete nationally are going to be there,” said Brad Endean, who will coach the Aberdeen Judo Academy at the event.

“The competition should be pretty good for them and it will be a good gauge to determine what kind of work they have to do, ongoing, to get a spot on the team” Aberdeen will have eight athletes in the provincials, four of whom — Geoffrey and Mathew Hanks and Morgan and Kiara Endean — are in the running for spots on Team B.C. Graham Hanks, Nicholas Plumtree, Aaron Okano and Tiago Maurice will also represent the club, but are too young to qualify for the national competition.

Geoffrey Hanks is a two-time Canadian national champion and captured his first American national championship in 2014.

Uyeda doesn’t have any ath-

letes old enough to be in contention for a Team B.C. spot — though he will have eight athletes competing in the provincials.

The instructor spoke about the ebbs and flows he has seen over the years in the Kamloops judo community.

He coached an athlete to a Canadian championship in 1985, but it has been more than 30 years since the title.

“It hasn’t happened for a long time now,” he said.

“Sixty years we’ve been doing judo and a lot of kids have gone through. I’m sure judo has helped the kids, too.”

Finn Newcomen, Andrew Spina, Emily Lindsay, Owen Meeks, Seth Fulton, Benjamin Harcott, Jamieson Bennett and Cody Bolton will represent the

Kamloops Judo Club.

Endean expects Kamloops to be competitive at the event this weekend. He said local judoka have always held their own against the rest of the province’s athletes.

“I think we compare quite favourably throughout B.C.,” he said.

“Being that we’re a smaller club — we’re a recreational/ competitive club — I think we do really well because there are other clubs down on the Lower Mainland that focus mostly on competition and we keep right up with them.

“I’ve been around four or five years now and every year that I’ve been around, there’s been at least three to four competitors that compete at the nationals.”

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More than 1,000 people were treated to stories from hockey legends yesterday as Darcy Tucker, Corey Hirsch, Mark Napier, Lanny McDonald, Trevor Linden, Wade Redden, Brian Trottier and a host of others took to the stage at the Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada luncheon at the Tournament Capital Centre.

The luncheon, which had seating for 1,200 and appeared to be filled to capacity, was capped off with appearances from Ron MacLean and Don Cherry — who celebrates his 82nd birthday today — as well as Mark Recchi and the Stanley Cup. For Hirsch, the trip to the Tournament Capital brought back memories of his days playing at Memorial Arena.

The goaltender, now 43, played four seasons for the Blue and Orange, winning the Ed Chynoweth Cup twice and the Memorial Cup in 1992.

“It’s great to be back,” Hirsch told the crowd.

“That Memorial Cup, the first one, was for you guys, for how good you were to us as players.”

Hirsch’s only Memorial Cup was the first of three in a span of four years for the Kamloops Blazers, who also won in 19931994 and 1994-1995.

Tucker, on the other hand, was in Kamloops for every title.

The former Blazers captain suited up in the WHL’s 50th season pro-am alumni game last night, too, lacing up the skates as a player for the first time in recent memory.

“I’m kind of like Hitch now,” Tucker said, referring to former Blazers head coach and current St. Louis Blues bench boss Ken Hitchcock.

Tucker now coaches his sons’ hockey teams.

“I just stand around with the whistle and blow it really loud.”

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of Alberta, which the two experienced firsthand as members of the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames in the 1980s.

The rivalry was especially bitter during their playing careers.

“We knew every time we were going to play them,” McDonald said.

“They were Xs on the calendar and it was like, ‘Oh boy, get ready boys.’”

Napier had similar memories of the all-Alberta matchups and said he was sharing the stage in Kamloops with a man who was pretty rough on him on the ice.

“It was really tough for me because he was really tough, but he was my idol growing up,” Napier said, taking a shot at McDonald’s age.

“I couldn’t whack him back.”

The luncheon crowd spent large parts of the event having jerseys autographed and shaking hands with the hockey dignitaries, who were garbed in red and white Scotiabank jerseys.

“This is tough for me,” Clark said, pointing to the uniform.

“Fifteen times I’ve had to wear red and white.

“I’m more comfortable in blue and white.”

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The discrepancy wasn’t lost on former Vancouver Canucks captain Trevor Linden, who is now the president of hockey operations and alternate governor for the team.

“Although there are a few Toronto Maple Leaf jerseys here, we really believe B.C. is Vancouver Canucks’ territory,” he said.

Linden spoke about his transition from the ice to upper management and said that, while challenging, it has been interesting and “a dream come true.”

The 19-year NHL veteran noted, however, watching his team from the press box above is still a bit difficult.

“I think it’s probably harder to watch the games than it was to play.”

Redden was among the last speakers to take to the stage before MacLean and Cherry made their appearance and Recchi arrived with the Cup. It has been a few years since the longtime Ottawa Senator was last in Kamloops. He admitted he was probably still wearing a Brandon Wheat Kings jersey.

“I haven’t been here since — I think Darcy was raising the Memorial Cup,” he said.

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SUPER BOWL

Panthers stay true to personalities at Super Bowl 50 STEVE REED

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SAN JOSE — Cam Newton wearing $850 Versace gold and zebraprint pants on a crosscountry flight.

Josh Norman sporting a Mexican wrestling mask with a Panthers logo and calling himself “El Bandolero’’ on Opening Night.

Teammates photobombing each other at

press conferences and teaching Miss Universe how to “dab.’’

Have no fear, Ron Rivera, your team has kept its personality during Super Bowl week just as you preached before setting foot on California soil.

“It looks like we’re having fun because we are having fun,’’ running back Jonathan Stewart said.

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straight games to start the season and reach the Super Bowl without talent, camaraderie and cohesiveness. The Panthers seem to have it all, a group of starkly different personalities who have bonded to form a winning team.

Defensive end Jared Allen noticed it when he joined the Panthers four weeks into the season after being traded by the Chicago Bears,

saying he walked into a “brotherhood.’’

“There are a bunch of guys with their own personalities and everyone has their quirks about them, but it all works together,’’ Allen said. “No one is trying too hard, no one is trying to be funny or trying to be in the spotlight, if that makes sense. Guys are just being themselves.’’

Fullback Mike

Tolbert is the loud locker room deejay. Ryan Kalil is the comical selfproclaimed Star Wars geek. Roman Harper is the grey-haired “grandpa’’ of the secondary spewing advice on life.

Luke Kuechly is the happy-go-lucky humble guy who welcomes new teammates and makes them feel at home.

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“He energizes our team — the youthful spirit, the childlike mentality,’’ Allen said.

Wide receiver Philly Brown compares it to being in college.

“It’s a bunch of people around you that care about you, care about your everyday problems and, when you’re this close with people it’s easy to have fun,’’ Brown said. “The wideouts have fun with the linebackers and the D-line. There’s not a person on this team that I couldn’t hang out with outside of football.’’

The Panthers spend plenty of time hanging out and genuinely seem to like each other.

They attend movies together, gather to play video games at Newton’s condominium and travel together on their hoverboards to find a food truck during a break from team meetings — at least until Rivera outlawed the vehicles from the facility.

“We’re always together,’’ Tolbert said.

“We’re more than just a football team, we’re an actual family.’’

Still, there are some who don’t like this family.

They view the Panthers as brash and

cocky because of endzone celebrations, trash talk and players joking around on the sidelines.

But, what others call arrogance, Rivera calls personality.

“We’ve kind of crashed the party,’’ Rivera said of the Super Bowl. “We’re kind of new to the scene. Not a lot of people know who we are, and so to draw a quick conclusion on that based on a couple of things, I think is disappointing.’’

Stewart can’t understand why some fans get riled up about the Panthers having fun on the field. “[Football] is something that you’re always going to be passionate about, something that you’ve always loved, going out there and getting paid for it, so why not enjoy it?’’

Stewart said.

Allen is convinced the team is having success because of the culture Rivera has built, insisting it keep its personality.

“I think he understands from being a former player that guys are playing their best when they are out having fun,’’ Allen said.

“He always reminds us to be no more than who you are and no less than who you are — just be you.’’

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SANTA CLARA — The last time the world saw John Elway in a Broncos uniform, he was facing the stands, both hands aloft, holding his helmet in his left hand and his right hand clenched into a tight, celebratory fist.

He flashed that toothy smile, knowing that a few minutes later, he would be cradling his second Super Bowl trophy.

He went out on top.

No matter what happened after that — and Elway has gone on to accomplish plenty — his last meaningful moments on a football field had resulted in a victory in the biggest game of all.

“It’s a very nice thing to have,’’ Elway said this week, “knowing you can always look back and have a real positive thought.’’

Now, Elway runs the team for which he once played. In 2012, he signed Peyton Manning, who, at 39, is even older than Elway was when he played his last game in 1999.

And now, it’s Manning who could be taking that same walk into the sunset as Elway did. He has a chance to win his second Super Bowl, peel off his white Broncos jersey and never come back.

By the accounts of both men, the topic of Manning’s retirement has not been broached.

It’s hard to think those conversations won’t pick up steam over the next few weeks.

Manning has already told Patriots’ coach Bill Belichick, in a not-so-private exchange at midfield two weeks ago, that this might be his last rodeo.

He has refused to expand on that, keeping with the theme that he’s soaking in every moment and he’ll worry about tomorrow

when tomorrow comes.

“We haven’t talked about anything past Sunday,’’ said Manning’s brother, Eli. “We kept it on this week, the last few weeks, but nothing past the game.’’

When the game is over, Peyton will have an all-star lineup from which to glean advice. It includes Eli, of course; their father, Archie, who spent 14 years in the NFL; their brother, Cooper, who has long been one of Peyton’s best sounding boards.

And Elway. Chances are, Manning will be seeking what Elway sought when he went to his father, Jack, a longtime scout and personnel man, after the second Super Bowl title.

“I was fortunate to be able to talk to my dad about what he thought,’’ Elway said.

“Because I didn’t want it to be different than what I was seeing and what I was feeling.’’

The signs of Elway’s slowdown toward the end were visible — he missed four starts in 1998 with hamstring, rib and other injuries.

But the ravages of age on him weren’t as glaring as what Manning has displayed at times this season.

His 17 interceptions before going to the sideline with a foot injury in November were hard to watch.

That he has rebounded and guided the Broncos to the Super Bowl (and, yes, there was that remarkable 12-yard run against the Patriots) is a testament to his guile and smarts more than any physical prowess.

“I feel I can still move the chains,’’ Manning said. “Maybe in different ways. It’s being able to adjust.’’

If he leads Denver to a victory against Carolina on Sunday, Manning’s ability to set aside the glow of winning the title, and to listen to candid advice,

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will set the framework for his decision. His inner circle’s ability to give it to him straight will be every bit as important for the quarterback, whose contract extends through next year.

“Typically, people at the top of the pyramid, whether in sports, business, entertainment or wherever, tend to be their own worst self-evaluators, especially when comes to this issue,’’ said David Heenan, whose book, Leaving on Top, breaks down one of the toughest life choices that successful people have to make.

“But Peyton’s clearly a very bright guy,’’ Heenan said. “His dad went through this. If anyone is emotionally and intellectually able to handle this kind of transition, he’d be [near] the top.’’

And yet, there have been other bright guys who’ve taken different routes.

For every Elway, Michael Strahan and Jerome Bettis, all of whom left after winning a title, there are two or three Brett Favres, Joe Namaths and Joe Montanas — all of them brilliant at their craft and decorated and successful, but all of whom stayed years after the biggest wins were behind them.

Where might Manning fall in that spectrum?

Odds are, he’ll take a brief break after the Super Bowl, then decide if he’s ready to walk away from it all.

If he’s holding the Lombardi Trophy on Sunday night, he’ll have a chance to join his boss in some very rare company: Two Broncos who rode off into the sunset.

“It’s easy to toe the line and say, ‘I might retire,’’’ Elway said.

“But to take the final step over the line is always very difficult. It’s a hard step to take.’’

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The youth made it home but due to his injuries was taken to hospital and received treatment for minor injuries and has been released.

The suspect vehicle is described as a red or burgundy coloured, small car. The driver appeared to be a Caucasian male in his 20’s, with longer brown hair. The vehicle sped off northbound on Comazetto rd. and was followed closely by a white truck. This could have been a very serious incident fortunately the victim escaped with only minor injuries.

If you have any information on this incident or may have notice fresh damage on a vehicle, please contact Crime Stoppers, you will remain anonymous and will receive a cash reward upon the arrest of the suspects.

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TWO BIKE REPAIR STATIONS STOLEN The City of Kamloops needs your help in recovering two stolen bike Repair Stations that were stolen from McArthur Park and Riverside Park.

The thefts occurred during the week of January 17th, when City parks staff noticed the missing bike stations. These Bike Repair stations are for the public’s use on the bike commuter routes and are designed to help with basic repairs to bicycles.

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The suspects no doubt have got them displayed somewhere that other people may have seen them. This is opportunity to do the right thing and remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers with your information, you will never have to go to court or give a statement.

THEFT FROM VEHICLES CONTINUE Sometime overnight on Saturday January 30th, thieves were busy throughout the City of Kamloops, 4 thefts from vehicles occurred on Navatanee Drive in the Rivershore area off of east Shuswap Road.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam HEATHER JEAN HALVORSEN

May 23, 1972 - January 28, 2016

Heather Jean Halvorsen (Patterson) age 43 passed away unexpectedly on Thursday.

She was born in Calgary and soon after the family returned to Kamloops.

She attended UCC and earned a diploma in child and youth health.

Upon completing her education, Heather took her passion for children to Interior Community Services She is survived by her three wonderful children (Coletyn, Brendan and Kaylie), her father Barry, her mother Gail, and her brother Dale.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Calvary Community Church on Sunday, February 7th at 1:00 pm.

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ROBERT (BOB) WILLIAM GOODE June 22, 1941 - January 27, 2016

Dad passed away suddenly at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home with his family by his side.

Dad was born in Cloverdale, BC, moving to Westwold, BC in 1947 and then to Kamloops, BC in 1983.

Dad is survived by his children Tami (Sheldon) McKim, Thomas, (Benita) Goode, Teri (Jeff) DeMarni. Grandchildren Dustan, Leevi, Brandon McKim. Adaira, Makaila, (Taylor), Payton Goode. Dylan, Colby, Jacey DeMarni. Sister-in-Law Joan Goode, as well as many relatives and friends.

Dad was predeceased by his parents Carroll and Jean, his son Tate and then his brother Jack.

Dad’s passions in life were sports, traveling, animals, meeting people and trap shooting.

He worked all of his life building businesses, with his last business being Rivers Workwear in 2012.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Westwold Community Hall on February 21st, 2016 at 2pm.

The family would like to thank the staff in the ICU at RIH as well as the staff at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home.

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DOROTHY REEDMAN Hello, Dorothy Reedman here, a quick note to let you know I’ve moved on to my next adventure. I’m pleased to have hit my plan mark of living to the age of 89, with extra time added, passing just 5 days short of my 90th birthday.

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MARILYN WIWCHARUK (NÉE DENNSTEDT)

My life has been blessed with many wonderful memories. My earliest memories were growing up in Sask. on my family’s homestead situated between the small towns of Imperial and Simpson, and I have happy memories of attending the one room school house called Sweet Hill.

In 1938, with the problem of climate change on the Sask. landscape and the Depression known as the dirty thirties, my parents like many other families at that time, left Sask. and moved west to B.C. I was 13 years of age when my parents purchased land in the Cariboo at a place called Horsefly.

Here I learned to use the cross-saw and helped my parents clear the land and build our log home.

My father worked at several jobs along with maintaining a trapline. Those years and that lifestyle were tough on the whole family and in 1942, my parents moved the family to Kamloops and they bought the original Pratt’s homestead along Campbell Creek Road in Barnhartvale.

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Marilyn Wiwcharuk (née Dennstedt) died peacefully surrounded by family on February 1, 2016 at the Hospice Home in Kamloops, BC at the age of 70. She is survived by her children Jeff, Jill and Sara, her grandchildren Melanie, Oliver, Simon, Emilia and Ana as well as her great-grandson Liam. She will be sadly missed by her sibilings Carol, Darlene, Joanne and John as well as by all her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in 1987 by her husband Norman.

Marilyn was born in Moosomin, Saskatchewan in 1945, later moving to Brandon, Manitoba to earn her bachelor of music and music education.

She married Norman in 1968 and after hitchhiking around the world, a two year stint in Australia and later a 6 month trip across Canada with two kids in a VW van, they decided that Kamloops, BC was where they wanted to stay. (Although the VW may have just broken down in that general area).

Marilyn had a brief hiatus from her 38 years in Kamloops when she returned to Brandon, Manitoba to get her masters in music performance.

Marilyn’s last 45 years were dedicated to family, friends, music and teaching.

She spent countless hours volunteering with music festivals at local, provincial and national levels. She was an extremely talented pianist and worked both as an accompanist and a soloist. Her intelligence, humour and sharp wit gave her the reputation of being someone you could count on to tell it like it was. Marilyn was absolutely passionate about music education and she instilled a love of music in hundreds of students over the years. But she was more than just their teacher. She was a friend, mentor and confidant to many of these treasured students and their families. True to form, she was teaching her beloved piano students up until five days before her passing.

A Memorial Service will be held for Marilyn on Saturday, February 6th at 1:00 pm at the St. Paul’s Anglican Cathedral, 360 Nicola Street, Kamloops, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to “The KFPA Marilyn Wiwcharuk Memorial Scholarship Fund” and sent to: Kamloops Festival of the Performing Arts Box 162, Kamloops, BC V2C 5K6.

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JOHN ARTHER COOPER

When I was 17 years old, my sister Philis and I found work at the T.B. hospital home at Tranquille. We lived there and worked as kitchen staff and we loved every minute of it. I had many new friends who were co-workers and patients. There was so much entertainment, from movies, dances, baseball games, good times of hiking and daily visits to the dairy barn. The food was great and I had food I had never tasted before. On my days off, I would go home to Barnhartvale where I found odd jobs such as raking hay, being a cowgirl and moving cattle, canning fruit and working in my mother’s market veg. garden.

This is when I met the cowboy and rancher farmer named James Murray Reedman. He owned the land further down Campbell Creek Road.

We fell in love and in 1945 we married. A year later we bought the historical Barnhart House and its property and we became dairy farmers. This was an exciting time for me, I had my first child and because the house was large the home was always filled with friends and family.

In 1954 all B.C. interior dairies were being pushed out and this made for a career change along with a huge lifestyle change for my family. We sold the farm and moved into town. This was a a step up from our farm life, we now had running water, an indoor toilet and electric lights.

We raised 6 children- Lanny, Vivian, Dennis, Karen, Lois and Kenny.

Life was good. Murray and I enjoyed our membership with the Kamloops Moose Lodge.

Camping, fishing and hiking were a cheap but fun family activities, and in 1967 I went back to work as a motel housekeeper. The extra money helped buy our first travel trailer and Murray and I became traveling tourists. In 1997, Murray passed away.

I then fulfilled my dream to be an international traveler.

1934 - 2016

I am proud to have lived in my Nicola St. home for 60 years, and my life has blessed me with 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Words of Wisdom, “Get along with all others, and always find forgiveness.”

As to my Service wishes, I’m spending my money on a traditional funeral because I deserve the best like the Queen’s Mother. So please come and feel welcome.

Thanks for being my Friend.

Love Dorothy Service will take place Friday, February 5th, 2016 at 1:00pm at St. Pauls Cathedral located at 360 Nicola Street with a tea directly after in the Parish Hall.

A special thanks to all the Pine Grove Staff.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Fund, 729 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2B5 in my memory.

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Loved by all his family and all who met him.

He crossed over Saturday, January 30, 2016.

Thanks to all the staff at Overlander for care above and beyond.

He will be missed and will always be in our hearts and minds.

No service by request.

R.I.P.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam JUDY KILGOUR

ELAINE FRANCES FITZGERALD

June 28, 1936 – January 27, 2016 Elaine Fitzgerald passed away peacefully in her sleep in her 80th year. She was predeceased by her parents Gordon Patterson, Ruby Brickman and stepfather Orville Brickman, husband Bill Fitzgerald, daughter Judy Fitzgerald and son-in-law Dale Sinclair.

Judy left us five years ago on February 7th.

This day is remembered and quietly kept, No words are needed, We shall never forget.

For those we love don’t go away, Unseen, Unheard, but always near.

She was so loved, So missed and So very dear.

Always loved Mom, Sister & Brothers and Their families.

She is survived by her brother Gordon (Mary Ellen) Patterson, sister Patsy (David) Smith, step-mother Barbara McKinnon, daughters Penny Sinclair, Linda (Jim) Evans, sons Bill (Cathy) Fitzgerald and Reg Fitzgerald as well as her friend and companion Ken McEachern.

Family was her life and she will cherish memories of time spent with her grandchildren Theresa, Chrystal, Dylan, Candice, David, Michelle, Dana, Ryan, Meggan and many precious great-grandchildren.

Elaine was involved with the RIH Thrift Shop, Ladies Lions and Tops, the A&W coffee group and many special friends and neighbours.

Many thanks for the medical care provided

by Dr. John Reid, ER Staff and the 7th Floor Staff at RIH. Donations in Elaine’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 729 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2B5.

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In Loving Memory

NANCY B. BLAKE

March 2, 1943 - February 5, 2006

As the 10 year anniversary of your passing approaches it doesn’t lesson the loss or how much all of us miss you and love you every day.

Your loving son, the three grandchildren you adored and your big sis who misses you and loves you every day, including your two nieces who you where so close too.

It could be 20 plus years and we’d all still feel the same. You loved life and all people in your different jobs as well those you touch with love in this Journey. You always worked hard and played hard too! You loved having fun, laughing and your need always to dance within life’s Walk. Your special gift of making people feel good about themselves, with this people were drawn to you always.

With the pain you suffered in life you overcame and through it you always managed to make us your family feel loved and cared for.

We all miss you, Nancy, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Aunt, until we see each other again Love always

Andrea is survived by her mother Iris, brother Brent, daughter Nicole (Matt Charkos), son Alex and her granddaughters, Mya and Avery as well as many cousins.

Andrea was predeceased by her grandparents Winifred and Stewart Wilson and her father Doug.

After graduating from NorKam Secondary she completed a secretarial course at Cariboo College, later working as secretary in the lab at Vancouver schools, and bookkeeper at Bogarders Wilson in New Westminster. She graduated bartending school and worked at the Salmon Arm Legion and Shuswap Lake Estates Golf Course.

Andrea married John in April of 1978 and they moved to Sorrento, Andrea returned to Kamloops in 1993 with her two children where she lived until her death after a lengthy illness.

Andrea enjoyed making jewelry, decorative masks and writing short stories and poetry. Some were published.

She had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed practical jokes.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

One of Andrea’s favorite poems:

I am sending a dove to Heaven, with a parcel on it’s wings, Be careful when you open it, it’s full of beautiful things, Inside are a million kisses, wrapped in a million hugs, To say how much I miss you, and to send you all my love.

Donations can be made in Andrea’s name to the Heart and Stroke Fund or the Kamloops Branch of the SPCA.``

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The family of Walter (Walt) Arthur Frame is deeply saddened to announce his passing on January 27, 2016.

Walt will be missed terribly by his loving wife Ann who was also his devoted caregiver these last physically difficult years. He is also missed by his children Michelle, Stella, Avril and Kelly; his stepsons Justin and Andrew; and his cousin Ben Kaye who was his brother in all respects but birth.

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Walt is from a mining family, being born to Bertha (1994) and Muir Frame (1996) in Blairmore, Alberta on April 8, 1936. They soon moved to British Columbia to Bevan where Walt whiled away his days with Ben, getting up to mischief and throwing rocks at a pretty little girl named Shirley. Who knew they would meet again later and marry!

Shirley would part ways, they were mutually delighted to welcome various grandchildren. Michelle blessed them with Shelly (Dean Petersen and their son Carter) and Kelly (Sydney), Stella with her daughter Madeleine, Avril (Brent Benoit) with their son Owen and Kelly (Rebecca) with their children Megan and Ryan.

Walt was a great swimmer and avid outdoorsman. He grew up on Vancouver Island and - in one of the places where he was happiest - Ocean Falls. He joined the Navy in search of adventure on the high seas in his teens. In the Navy, he discovered boxing. It was a time of many happy memories for him.

It was while working in Ngodwana that Walt met Ann and her two sons Justin (Stephanie) and Andrew Robb.

When Walt and Ann married, Walt became a proud stepfather and then proud grandfather to Andrew’s sons Keegan and Liam; and Justin’s sons Rogan and Caellum.

When moving around the province lost its lustre, Walt took a consulting position in what was then Czechoslovakia.

This was the beginning of foreign work assignments in Turkey, Tanzania and South Africa. While Walt and

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Once out of the Navy Walt met Shirley again. They married and began a life of travel living in Vancouver, Ocean Falls, Kamloops, Prince George, Kitimat, Mackenzie and back to Kamloops. In Kamloops, Walt joined the Kinsman Club where he spent years engaging in its many social and charitable activities.

ANDREA HAZEL DURHAM (STEWART)

Walt and Ann retired to the Western Cape, South Africa where Walt spent his retirement years puttering with various projects until his physical health became too poor. It was a struggle for the last few years but Ann was determined and he benefited greatly from her efforts.

Even so, he left too soon.

There is a Celebration of Walt’s Life in South Africa and in Kamloops on February 13. The latter will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 993 Canongate Cres.

Condolences may be expressed on a memorial page created on Facebook titled Walt Frame Memorial Page.

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There’s a comforting thought at the close of the day When I’m weary and lonely and sad That sort of grips hold of this crusty old heart And bids it be merry and glad.

It gets in my soul, and it drives out the blues, And finally thrills through and through.

It’s just a sweet memory that chants the refrain, “I’m glad I touched shoulders with you.”

Did you know you were brave, Did you know you were strong, Did you know there was one leaning hard, Did you know that I listened and waited and prayed And was cheered by your simplest word?

Did you know that I longed for that smile on your face, For the sound of your voice ringing true, Did you know I grew stronger and better because I had merely touched shoulders with you?

I am glad that I live; that I battle and strive For a place that I know I must fill; I’m thankful for sorrows I’ll meet with a grin What fortune may send good or ill; I may not have wealth, I may not be great but I know I shall always be true, For I have in my life that courage you gave, When once I touched shoulders with you.

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FAITH

And such were some of you . . .

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x-gay.

It’s only five letters, but it packs a lot of controversy.

The conflict between homosexuality and the Judeo-Christian tradition stretches back into antiquity. In the book of Genesis, two angels arrive in Sodom to warn Abraham’s nephew, Lot, that God is going to destroy the city for their rampant immorality.

But “all the men from every part of the city of Sodom — both young and old — surrounded the house. They called to Lot, ‘Where are the men who came to you tonight?

Bring them out to us so that we can have sex with them.’”

The angels strike the men blind, then God rains down fire and brimstone on Sodom and the neighbouring town of Gomorrah, totally obliterating them.

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FAITH

There are a considerable number of passages in scripture that abjure homosexual behaviour, but the one we’ll look at is from the Apostle Paul’s letter to the fledgling church in the Greek city of Corinth.

Ancient Greece was well known for its widespread practice of homosexuality, so it is not surprising that the Corinthian church had members with this behaviour in their past.

Paul writes, “Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God. And such were some of you. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of God.” There are a number of conclusions we can draw from this passage.

The over-arching concept is that unrighteous people will not inherit the kingdom of God. Secondly, God considers all sin, whether heterosexual or homosexual promiscuousness, drunkenness, even those who bad-mouth others to ruin their reputations, as behaviours that equally disqualify someone from heaven.

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The third important concept is Paul’s assertion: “And such were some of you.”

In other words, the power of God is sufficient to redeem everyone from all types of sinful behaviour, including homosexual acts.

There are those reading this who will say they were born this way.

If that were true, it would be impossible for someone to change their orientation, but I have met a half-dozen ex-gays and read countless other stories from those who have changed (go online to peoplecanchange. com, restoredhopene twork.com, pfox.org).

Evangelical Christians will be familiar with the name Dennis Jernigan, a Christian singer/ songwriter. We sing his choruses all the time (e.g.

You Are My All in All).

He was an active homosexual for years before leaving the lifestyle and marrying (he has nine children now).

Other high-profile ex-gays include Stephen Bennett, Joe Dallas and Anne Paulk. We might even include actress Anne Heche, who was in a relationship with Ellen Degeneres, but after splitting with her, married Coley Laffoon, with whom she had a son, and now has another son with fellow actor James Tupper.

Sex in the City actress (and former heterosexual) Cynthia Nixon has publicly stated her homosexuality is a choice, a clear illustration it is possible to choose to change one’s sexual orientation.

There are a number of those in the homosexual community who view orientation as something fluid, changeable, so it’s not just a Christian concept.

Psychiatrist Robert Spitzer, who was one of the primary architects behind the decision to remove homosexuality from the Diagnostic and

Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) in 1973, published his own research into orientation change in 2003.

He came to the conclusion orientation change was possible and that a majority of those who underwent it had positive outcomes.

He found the three top reasons people had for wanting to change were: 1) the gay lifestyle was emotionally unsatisfying, 2) they wanted to marry or maintain an existing marriage and 3) homosexuality was incompatible with their sincerely held religious beliefs.

Spitzer later repudiated his research after relentless criticism from gay activists, but the reputable journal that published it refused to retract it.

By the way, the DSM still has a treatment category called “persistent and marked distress over one’s orientation”.

The technical term is

“ego-dystonic homosexuality”.

Bill Masters and Virginia Johnson, the pioneer sex researchers, also had a non-religious program for “dissatisfied homosexual men” (1984).

It involved intensive therapy over a two-week period and had very impressive success stats, with more than 70 per cent maintaining heterosexual behaviour in the five year follow-up.

Not everyone likes their feelings of same-sex attraction.

And those whose bisexual adultery is ruining their marriages can be particularly motivated to find a solution.

“Such were some of you” means that with God, nothing is impossible.

KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and can be emailed to editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com.

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NATIONAL NEWS

RCMP offered ‘dubious’ interpretations of Islam VANCOUVER — An Islamic expert said police involved in an undercover terrorism sting were wrong in preventing a British Columbia man with radical Muslim views from reaching out to mainstream, moderate religious leaders.

Duke University Islamic scholar Omid Safi testified in B.C. Supreme Court yesterday that the RCMP should have helped to rid John Nuttall of his radical ideas instead of posing as religious authorities and offering what he describes as dubious and eyebrow-raising interpretations of Islam.

Nuttall and his common-law partner Amanda Korody were found guilty last summer of plotting to blow

Department said 38-year-old Young’s actions were investi-

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Young has been an

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Their convictions are on hold while lawyers argue the pair was coerced by the RCMP into committing the terrorist act.

Safi said transcripts from undercover surveillance reveal Nuttall was searching for spiritual guidance and that he identified the main undercover RCMP officer as a religious authority and his one true Muslim brother.

He said Nuttall had a rambling, incoherent view of Islam and he wanted to know where jihad, or holy war, fit into his beliefs.

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Traverse has started a volunteer ride-sharing page for indigenous women and is calling for people to boycott the taxis.

“I’m hoping to hit them in the wallet,’’ said Traverse, a 46-yearold artist. “We make up a good portion of their income and you don’t treat customers like garbage.’’

Winnipeg has spent the last year trying to address race relations after Maclean’s magazine dubbed it the most racist city in Canada.

Despite a recent race summit, problems persist. A decorated indigenous war veteran said he was recently kicked out of a downtown mall by a security guard. A grand chief complained last month she was

profiled and followed by security in a store before she approached the manager.

Traverse said she has been forced out of a moving cab by a driver and was assaulted years ago but didn’t to press charges. She has resorted to waving money while trying to hail a cab just to get one to stop. She said she is almost always asked to pay up front.

“They shouldn’t paint everybody with the same brush.’’

Grand Chief Terrance Nelson with the Southern Chiefs Organization said his office has compiled dozens of stories from women who have been harassed, discriminated against and seriously assaulted.

The issue is not being taken seriously by police or by the taxi industry, he said.

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TORONTO — Jian Ghomeshi’s defence lawyer is challenging the memory and the conduct of the second woman to take the stand at his sexual assault trial.

Marie Henein is asking Trailer Park Boys actress Lucy DeCoutere why she never mentioned a kiss goodbye between her and the former CBC star to police after an alleged attack in 2003.

The lawyer said DeCoutere had detailed memories while giving a series of media interviews shortly after Ghomeshi was fired by the CBC in late 2014.

She asked why DeCoutere didn’t mention to investigators that she and Ghomeshi had kissed goodbye in his home after the alleged assault.

The actress and Royal Canadian Air Force captain has testified that the former broadcaster suddenly choked and slapped her while they were kissing, and a year

later joined her in a karaoke version of the Britney Spears song (Hit Me) Baby One More Time.

DeCoutere is one of three women behind five charges against Ghomeshi — four counts of sexual assault and one count of overcoming resistance by choking. He’s pleaded not guilty.

The actress pushed back against Henein’s questions about why she spent time with Ghomeshi and his friends after the alleged assault.

Henein presented photos of DeCoutere and the disgraced broadcaster together at a barbecue.

DeCoutere testified that kissing him after the alleged assault didn’t take away from the fact that Ghomeshi had assaulted her.

As in her crossexamination of the previous complainant, Henein hasn’t challeged DeCoutere’s allegation that Ghomeshi hit her, but has concentrated on other details of the time the two spent together.

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DeCoutere is the second woman to testify at the 48-year-old’s trial, and positioned herself away from Ghomeshi as she took the witness stand.

DeCoutere — the only woman in the case who has waived her right to a publication ban — said she first met Ghomeshi at a conference in Alberta in the summer of 2003, where they had friendly and slightly flirtatious conversations that ended with Ghomeshi giving her his business card.

The two emailed and phoned each other over the next month until DeCoutere, who lived in Halifax, made a trip to Toronto.

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DeCoutere testified that she did not consent to being choked or slapped, and that Ghomeshi initiated the kissing.

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Hockey Day in Canada festivities continue with The Music of Hockey tonight at Sandman Centre.

Seven Canadian acts will take the stage with original hockey-themed songs for fans and families alike, spectating

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Dave Bidini, Tom Wilson, Barney Bentall, Bryan Trottier, Amelia Curran, Craig Northey and Lindy Vopnfjord will each perform four or five songs.

Ron MacLean will host the evening, which begins at 7:30 p.m., and various NHL hockey stars will speak between sets.

“Wendel Clark, Darcy Tucker, Mark Recchi,” said Sean Smith, Tournament Capital Co-ordinator and part of the local organizing committee behind Hockey Day in Canada. “Ron MacLean will be introducing them and talking to them all.”

The event was started by Bidini and has grown from past crowds of 900 to 1,000 people and become more

accessible in price.

About 2,100 tickets had already sold as of yesterday afternoon, with room for about another 900 or so to be sold up until the event.

Smith said they’re accommodating more attendees due to the number of hockey fans in Kamloops.

“We want to give everyone a chance to come down and see some great entertainment,” he said.

Smith said the event is suitable for families, but the arena will also be licensed to sell alcohol.

“It’s not a sit down and listen to music for three hours [event],” Smith said. “It’s more of a variety show.”

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• Barney Bentall: Canadian pop/rock singer-songwriter known for the 1990sera band Barney Bentall and the Legendary Hearts. He owns a ranch in B.C. and has since done solo work.

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On Wednesday, Feb. 10, Karl Larsen of the department of natural resource sciences at Thompson Rivers University will talk about the Hunters

of the Grasslands: Badgers versus Rattlesnakes at the Big Little Science Centre, 655 Holt St. His research has looked at the conserva-

tion challenges faced by the two predators that can be found in the grasslands surrounding Kamloops.

The presentation is at 7 p.m.

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Registration is open for artists who want to take part in the Kamloops Arts Council’s Art Exposed regional exhibition.

Deadline is Feb. 13 to apply; the works are not required until March 4 and March 5.

The event runs from March 11 to March 19 at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St. New categories include emerging and established artists.

Jurors for the exhibit include Vaughn Warren, Wendy Weseen and Tracey Kutschker.

Not into art?

Submit writing

Submissions are being accepted for the 13th annual Word on the Lake Writers Festival.

Contestants can submit original unpublished works of fiction, non-fiction and poetry.

First-place winners receive $140 plus a 2016 conference package.

Their works will also be published in the Askew’s Foods Word on the Lake anthology.

The contest closes at midnight on April 11 and the conference takes place in Salmon Arm from May 20 to May 22.

For more information, go online to shuswapassociationofwriters.ca or call 250832-3028.

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Home Routes is bringing three concerts to Kamloops this year, starting with Kate Weekes on Friday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.

Cost is $20, with all proceeds going to the musician.

The concert is at 171 Connaught Rd. and hosts Warren Newcomen and Nan Stevens ask people to bring their own drinks or snacks to share.

The other shows include Donne Roberts on March 12 and Leaf Rapids on April 17.

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• Kamloops Brass Ensemble fundraiser concert for Kamloops Hospice Association, 7 p.m., St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 360 Nicola St. Admission by donation.

Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. • Word processing class, North Kamloops Library, 693 Tranquille Rd., 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Art: Out of Sight, Midnight Sun Camera Obscura, Live Stream: Optical Rendering and Isn’t that Punny!, Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. Gallery open Mondays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission free to gallery members, children under six, $5 for adults, $10 for families, $3 for students seven and older with student ID, for seniors age 62 and older and groups of 20 or more.

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Art: Utopia by Tangie Genshorek and Cameron MacQuarrie, main gallery, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St.

Monday, Feb. 8

Art: Out of Sight, Midnight Sun Camera Obscura, Live Stream: Optical Rendering and Isn’t that Punny!, Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. Gallery

Music: Ukulele Orchestra of Kamloops meets, 1:30 p.m., North Kamloops Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Info: ukuleleorchestraofkamloops.com.

open Mondays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission free to gallery members, children under six, $5 for adults, $10 for families, $3 for students seven and older with student ID, for seniors age 62 and older and groups of 20 or more.

Music: Ukulele Orchestra of Kamloops meets, 6:30 p.m., Plura Hills United Church. Info: ukuleleorchestraofkamloops. com.

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Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibition of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26, 2016.

• Fun Laughter Friends ladies morning. For more information, email laugh2014@shaw.ca.

Art: Out of Sight, Midnight Sun Camera Obscura, Live Stream: Optical Rendering and Isn’t that Punny!, Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. Gallery open Mondays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission free to gallery members, children under six, $5 for adults, $10 for families, $3 for students seven and older with student ID, for seniors age 62 and older and groups of 20 or more.

• Utopia by Tangie Genshorek and Cameron MacQuarrie, main gallery, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St.

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Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibit of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26, 2016.

Art: Out of Sight, Midnight Sun Camera Obscura, Live Stream: Optical Rendering and Isn’t that Punny!, Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. • Utopia by Tangie Genshorek and Cameron MacQuarrie, main gallery, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St.

Thursday, Feb. 11

Community: Front and Centre: Western Canada Theatre at 40 exhibit of costumes, props, videos and other elements, Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Display continues to March 26, 2016.

Art: Out of Sight, Midnight Sun Camera Obscura, Live Stream: Optical Rendering and Isn’t that Punny!, Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. • Utopia by Tangie Genshorek and Cameron MacQuarrie, main gallery, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St.

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Doug and Cathy Rawn Celebrated their 50th Anniversary on February 4, 2016.

They were married in Hamilton, Ontario in 1966.

Cathy was born in Coatbridge, Lanarkshire, Scotland, and Doug was born in Owen Sound, Ontario. The couple met in class in Hamilton, Ontario while attending CVT school, and they haven’t looked away since. They have two daughters and five grandchildren and are both retired now.

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September 30, 2015 was a special day as a little miracle came to earth to stay at 8lbs 2oz

Mason Edward Paul Veideman was eagerly welcomed and loved by us all!

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lthough hiking boots weren’t on my packing list when making plans for my trip to Grenada, they sure would have come in handy while hiking the hills in Grand Etang National Park.

Red volcanic slime squishes under the soles of my white sneakers and I slither along while mastering nature’s stairwell that descends into the depths of the forest.

A network of protruding roots and giant rain puddles need to be frequently navigated and steep-sided slopes, falling away to no-man’s land, demand fancy footwork.

My hands feel clammy — heart rate does double time — and sweat drips from my brow.

Although it could be due to the humidity that hangs heavily in the air, my gut feeling says it’s sheer fear factor.

“No worries, ma’am. I’ll lead you down, safe and sound,” my guide, Paul, says with an optimistic sense of calm.

His coal black body is athlete lean and, in spite of flimsy flip flops on his feet, he’s as graceful as a gazelle.

“Just follow me, in the steps of righteousness,” he bellows out, then belly laughs at the creation of his original gospel tune.

The singing continues and, while easing my tension, we plod on.

The people of Grenada all seem to have these spirited gifts.

Maybe it stems from the love they feel for their country and

CHRIS DOYLE PHOTO One of the many sights to see in Grenada is the Concord Waterfall, which is accessible to visitors by hiking through Grand Etang National Park. For more photos from this trip, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com.

IF YOU GO GETTING AROUND: Henry’s Safari Tours takes pride in showing off the area, whether touring the island in a jeep or exploring trails on foot. A list of half- and full-day excursions are outlined online at henrysafari.com.

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the relaxed laid-back lifestyles they share.

The paradisiacal island, (pronounced gre-nay-da) is located in the Eastern Caribbean, just 100 miles north of Venezuela.

It boasts 440 picturesque square kilometres, one sixth of which is preserved as parks and natural wildlife sanctuaries.

As well as being the island’s central focal point, Grand Etang National Park is home to a

13-acre lake in a volcanic crater 1,740 feet above sea level. It also has numerous hikes, such as this one, leading to Seven Sisters Waterfalls.

For more than three decades, Henry’s Safari Tours have been instrumental in leading the way through the dense tropical rainforests and, as I discover on this journey, our guide’s easy rhythms are matched by his skilled leadership.

Paul shares his vast knowledge of the abundant flora that embraces our route and rattles off names of tropical flowers as if they were his best friends.

Towering mahoganies and giant gommier trees unite with broad-leafed ferns and vinedraped Fijis.

Bunches of bamboo shoot skyward like piles of pick-up sticks, trunks of banyan trees fan out like well-played accordions and countless towering palm fronds billow above in the sultry breeze.

As well as hosting opossums, armadillos, mongoose and Mona monkeys, lush vegetation provides shelter for frogs and chameleon-like lizards that can grow up to four feet long.

Although we aren’t privy

to any sightings today, Paul’s authentic cries of the wild are certainly close enough for my liking.

There’s a special hush about the rainforest that infuses an inner peace, a definite tranquility and oneness with nature. During the trek I feel a sense of wonder and realize I’m just a small part of this picture.

We saunter on in our own quiet thoughts and in just under an hour, we reach our aquatic oasis.

Clear emerald water funnels through a narrow gorge and plunges from a steep precipice into the white frothy pool.

The torrent cascades over a second, smaller rocky outcropping before spilling into another pond where I’m lured in for a dip.

Other than a school of tiny fish, there are no intruders.

It’s truly a place that epitomizes paradise.

Included in this tour package is a basket lunch which Paul splays out before me: fried chicken, sandwich fixings, bananas, oranges, papaya and enough locally-grown goods to feed a hoard of hungry hikers.

We picnic on river boulders and silently reflect on the surrounding beauty.

Sunshine filters through the overgrowth and glistens off the clear plunge pools.

Multihued birds twitter from forest flora. The sounds and smells of nature fill our senses.

And though my white sneakers now look like muddy galoshes, I have a new-found feeling of humility when we stroll away.

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The Owners of the Legacy on Mara Lake in the District of Sicamous, BC are looking for a live in caretaker. The successful contractor will demonstrate a work history commensurate with the duties required and be willing to enter into a one (1) year contract. A property and building description can be found at www.legacyonmaralake.com. A professional presentation and command of the English language is required.

Overview of Legacy on Mara Lake Legacy on Mara Lake is a one of a kind, full-ownership waterfront condo development just outside of Sicamous, BC. It offers resort-like amenities and an unmatched private marina for 65 units. The building runs with hydrothermal heating and cooling system, has fully equipped fitness room with lockers, showers, and steam room, landscaping with native trees and vegetation to maintain natural surroundings, contains outdoor entertainment terrace with barbecue and summer kitchen.

The ownership use is varied, with some utilizing it for summer recreation properties, some for rentals, and some live year round as a primary residence.

Forward Resume to: Jenn Piekarczyk - Okanagan Strata Management Fax No. 250-836-3844 | Email: Jenn at jenn@okstrata.com

Courses.

Next C.O.R.E. Feb. 27th & 28th, Saturday and Sunday.

P.A.L. Feb. 14th, Sunday. Challenges, Testing ongoing daily. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:

Bill

250-376-7970

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training!

Funding & Housing Avail!

Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certification proof.

Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com

KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city.

Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462

250-374-0462

I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

Help Wanted

7416558

Help Wanted 0985941 BC Ltd. Is hiring farm workers for outside production worker at its vineyard and ranch in Monte Creek, BC. Salary is $10.45-$10.59 per hour and work is full time (6 days a week ) seasonal. Apply by fax 1-800-567-1081 email Lynne@montecreekranch.com

SEEKING COMMERCIAL HVAC TECHNICIAN Must have BCDL, “B” gas ticket required, 3 years minimum experience required, great wages, benefits & medical.

Email resumes to: chris@hegyirefrigeration.ca Help Wanted 7448724 Senior Electrical Estimator – Industrial/Construction

We are currently searching for a senior estimator to join our team of highly trained electricians and project managers in Kamloops, BC. We value our employee contributions and maintain a respectful work environment where work life balance is very important.

Qualifications:

What we offer to you:

Extensive industrial electrical estimating experience.

Competent using Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook (We are willing to train the right person.)

Bidding software competency is an asset. (We are happy to discuss your program preference.)

Exceptional attention to detail and paper flow management.

Friendly attitude and good communication skills.

Competitive salary based on your range of skills and experience.

Health benefits package.

Bonus program.

Professional development opportunities.

Open minded and positive work environment.

All applications and expressions of interest will be held in strict confidence.

Please email to karly@harrisonindustrial.ca We thank all applicants for considering Harrison Industrial Contracting however only those short listed will be contacted.

Career Opportunities 7372748

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Truck Driver Training

Professional Truck Driver Program - Funding available for those who qualify!

CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE

February 5-7 - February 19-21

Air Brakes

TRAINING TRUCK DRIVERS FOR 27 YEARS!

16 Hour Course 20 Hour Course

call 250.828.5104 or visit

tru.ca/trades

Class 1, 2, 3 and B-Train Driver Training

B12

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Employment

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

HAS THE FOLLOWING DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERY ROUTES COMING AVAILABLE WESTSYDE/WESTMOUNT

ABERDEEN

Rte 235 – 3440-3808 Westsyde Rd. – 70p.

Rte 236 – Ida Lane. – 28p.

Rte 239 – 807-996 Pine Springs Rd, 1006 Sicamore Dr. – 53p.

Rte 243 – Dohm Rd, Serle Crt, Pl & Rd. 31023190(even) Westsyde Rd. – 71p.

Rte 253 – 2401-2477 Parkview Dr, Rhonmore Cres, 2380 + 2416 Westsyde Rd. – 58p.

DOWNTOWN/LOWER SAHALI Rte 311 - 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 167-173 St Paul St. - 27p.

Rte 373 - Clarke St, 24-60 West Columbia St. - 20p.

SAHALI Rte 478 – 191-299 Chancellor Dr, Sentry, Soverign, The Pinnacles – 43p.

Rte 449 - Assiniboine Rd, Azure Pl, Chino Pl, Sedona Dr. - 83p.

VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER Rte 603 – Chickadee Rd, Comazzetto Rd, Strom Rd, 1625-1764 Valleyview Dr. – 42p.

Rte 611 – 2106-2196 Crescent Dr, 112-162 Highland Rd (even), 2003-2194 Valleyview Dr. – 62p.

Rte 508 – 700-810 Hugh Allan Dr. 39p.

Rte 527 – Hunter Pl, Huntleigh Cres. – 28p.

Rte 534 – Nairn Pl, Turnberry Pl. – 44p.

Rte 562 – Englemann Crt, 1802-1890 Lodgepole Dr. – 66p.

Rte 583 – Butte Pl, Chinook Pl, 1423-1670 Mt. Dufferin Dr. – 42p.

Rte 584 – 1752-1855 Hillside Dr – 31p.

Rte 589 – 1201-1385 Copperhead Dr. – 56p.

Rte 590 – Saskatoon Pl, 1397 Copperhead Dr. – 35p.

DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 716 – Foxwood Lane. – 37p.

Rte 720 – 1102-1392 Cleaview Dr. – 36p.

Rte 750 – 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 31p Rte 751 – 5310 Barnhartvale Dr, Bogetti Pl, Viking Dr, Wade Pl, 5485-5497 E.Trans.Can. Hwy, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr. – 62p.

Rte 752 – 5600-5998 Dallas Dr, Harper Pl, Harper Rd. – 65p.

Rte 781 – Duncan Rd, Durango Dr, Sonora Rd, Wittner Rd. – 60p.

Rte 785 – Badger Dr & Pl, Coyote Dr, Fox Pl. -89p.

INTERESTED IN A ROUTE? FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 250-374-0462

Businesses & Services Mind Body Spirit

Handypersons

Landscaping

Relax and unwind with a full body massage for appointment couples welcome (250) 682-1802

RICKS’S SMALL HAUL

YOUR BUSINESS HERE

250-377-3457

$750 loans and more No credit checks Open 7 days from 8am to 8pm (EST)

Home Improvements

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts.

We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Fitness/Exercise WE will pay you to exercise!

Deliver Kamloops This Week

GREAT PRODUCT. SMART SERVICE. Carpet - Hardwood Laminate - Vinyl Tile - Stone

WWW.NUFLOORS.CA info@nufloors.ca | 250.372.8141

Landscaping PETER’S YARD SERVICE

Tree Pruning or Removal

Only 3 issues a week!

Yard clean-up, Hedge trimming, Dump Runs

call 250-374-0462

Licensed & Certied

for a route near you!

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RUN TILL

SOLD Turn your CA$H

1-855-527-4368

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Only $150/month

Run your 1x1 semi display classified in every issue of Kamloops This Week

stuff into

Apply at credit700.ca

250-572-0753

Employment

Help Wanted

Medical/Dental

Teachers

HIS Wildfire FS Inc. is currently looking for Wildland Firefighters for the Spring/Summer of 2016. Previous experience is a must and should have a current Wildland Firefighter certifications including a valid First Aid Certificate. Preference will be given to the candidates with the following: Driver’s license, Bucker’s or a Faller Chainsaw Certified. The successful candidates will receive additional training and must also complete a fitness test. Please submit your resume to: hr.wildfire.fs@gmail.com by February 17, 2016.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Full Time CDA required.

Please submit resume via email. info@periospecialty group.com

Looking for a new JOB?

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com

Sales

Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries.

Call 250-374-0462 for more information.

ADVERTISING Consultants: Our company is always looking for great sales representatives to add to our team. Our business requires a highly organized individual with ability to multi-task in a fun, fastpaced team environment.

Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required.

Excellent communication skills, valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are necessary.

If you have a passion for the advertising business, are creative and thrive on challenges, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:khall@aberdeenpublishing.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Legal

Legal

North Enderby Timber is hiring trades people for the positions of Industrial Electrician (PLC experience would be an asset) and Industrial Millwright. please email resume to netimber@junction.net

Practical Nursing Instructor Sprott Shaw College is recruiting for dynamic individuals to instruct in our expanding Practical Nursing Programs. The instructor must be a BC licensed LPN, RN or RPN with 3 - 5 years of recent, relevant practice experience. A credential in adult education/equivalent or willingness to enroll in one from an accredited postsecondary institution is required (Sprott Shaw provides a free internal Instructor Competence Program).

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Employment Work Wanted Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /Office Worker/Tutor Detail oriented, organized, problem-solver, extremely computer literate.

Strong proofreading, editing, technical writing, public speaking skills.

Can teach practically anything I know. IT work preferred but any job using problem-solving skills could be a good match.

Gene Wirchenko 250-8281474. genew@telus.net

Pets & Livestock

Pets

brucew@sprottshaw.com

Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

PETS For Sale?

Work Wanted

TRI-CITY SPECIAL!

Experienced cleaning lady looking for work References available (250) 852-2131

for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm.

HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774.

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com

JOURNEYMAN Carpenter All Renovations Call for quote. No job too small. (250) 571-6997

Reach A Larger Audience

Misc. Wanted

Misc. Wanted

(250)371-4949

*some restrictions apply.

CENTRAL SERVICES CLERK

Rte 833 – 4102-4194 Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. – 47p.

Rte 842 – 3945-4691 Yellowhead Hwy. – 45p.

Financial Services

Employment

7448140

RAYLEIGH

For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent.

Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

Employment

250-371-4949

* RESTRICTIONS APPLY

Stucco/Siding

We are looking to hire an energetic person to join our Central Services team. This position is responsible for external runs on foot and by vehicle, mail sorting, photocopying, scanning, binding, reception desk coverage, and ongoing filing and destruction projects at our off-site archives room. This is a full-time position.

Please send your cover letter, resume and references to Wendy Freeman, Human Resources Manager, wfreeman@fultonco.com.

300-350 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, BC Phone: 250-372-5542 w w w. f u l t o n c o . c o m

7442380

ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL TECHNICIAN

Fulton & Company LLP requires an Accounting & Payroll Technician to join our accounting department team. This position requires you to be able to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, follow and adhere to established procedures, and have good inter-personal skills when dealing with lawyers and legal assistants.

Some of the typical duties of this position include: • Payroll (Ceridian) • Benefits and attendance • RRSPs • WCB • Trust transactions • Government remittances • Open bank accounts • Bank reconciliations • Billing • Accounts receivable

Box 67, 100 Mile House B.C. V0K 2E0

BEFORE YOU SELL: • ASPEN • BIRCH • COTTONWOOD • PINE • SPRUCE • FIR PULP LOGS Please call KATHERINE LEPPALA (250) 395-6218 (direct line) • (250) 395-0584 (cell) (250) 395-6201 (fax)

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

TARPS! TARPS! “BEST PRICES IN TOWN!”

BLUE TARPS

10X8 weave (Medium Duty)

STARTING AT $$2.69 2.19

WHITE TARPS 10X10 weave (Heavy Duty)

STARTING AT $$3.99 4.49

BLACK TARPS 14X14 weave (Industrial Duty)

STARTING AT $$5.49 6.79

FOAM SHOP MATTRESS REPLACEMENTS SINGLE TO KING SIZE

If you are a person who has a strong work ethic, is detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a team environment, we want to hear from you. Please send your resume, cover letter, reference letters and/or list of applicable references to Wendy Freeman, Human Resources Manager, wfreeman@fultonco.com.

Preference will be given to candidates with law firm experience.

300-350 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops, BC Phone: 250-372-5542 w w w. f u l t o n c o . c o m

TRY A CLASSIFIED

2” TO 6” THICK - CUSTOM CUT OR CUSTOM ORDER MEMORY FOAM TOPPER PADS - 3LB DENSITY SINGLE TO KING SIZE - 2” & 3” THICK

CUSHION REPLACEMENTS TORN OR TATTERED? SOFAS, CHAIRS, OTTOMANS, SNOWMOBILES SEATS, TRACTORS

YOU NEED IT - WE WILL CUT IT!

CAMPING FOAM, MEDICAL WEDGES & BOLSTERS, PILLOWS

“ A CUT ABOVE THE REST” FIND US ON FACEBOOK

www.surplusherbys.com

248 TRANQUILLE RD, NORTH SHORE - KAMLOOPS 250376-2714 • OUT OF TOWN CALL 1-800-665-4533

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Appliances

Misc. for Sale

Apt/Condos for Sale

Inglis Washer and Admiral Dryer.

Excellent condition. $400. 250-554-1219.

5-ladies skating dresses. $25$75. HP 4630 Printer. $30.

Brand new White Speedylock Serger. $200. 250-674-2473.

8” ION electric ice auger. Never used still in the box. $450.

250-554-9747.

Bed & Breakfast

Suites, Upper

BC Best Buy Classified’s

2bdrms, N/Shore. N/S, N/P. $900 inclds heat/hotwater.

Ref’s required. 250-372-7695.

Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC.

Brock 2 bdrm, no dogs, avail Immed, $900/mo 250-3745586, 250-371-0206

Call 250-371-4949

Townhouses

$500 & Under Do you have an item for sale under $750?

Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?

Call our Classified Department for details!

250-371-4949

Double Hospital bed, brand new w/pressure relieving mattress. $2,000. 250-376-2504.

MISC4Sale: Camperette $300, Oak Table Chairs-$400, 2-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg.

CHECK US OUT

ONLINE

www.kamloopsthisweek.com Under the Real Estate Tab

Houses For Sale

New Alternator for Saturn LW/ small GM still in box Part #9015-6363. $250/obo. (778) 2204197

WANTED! Newer MacBook Pro or MacBook Air 250-3711333

CHECK US OUT

Firewood/Fuel ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine.

Stock up now. Campfire wood.

(250)377-3457.

Furniture Redwood dining room set, 8chairs, buffet & hutch. $4000/obo. 250-828-1983.

Teak dining room table w/6 chairs.$340. Golf clubs & cart $30. 250-579-8584

Heavy Duty Machinery A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc., Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Jewels, Furs White Gold engagement ring.

Main diamond is .94 carat with another .5 carat in smaller diamonds. Size 7. Recently appraised at $5500 asking $4000 Call to view 250-578-7202 after 5pm

ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive Kamloops BC call for availability 250-374-7467

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections. Gold Silver Coins Estates 1-778-281-0030 Chad

Musical Instruments

ONLINE

www.kamloopsthisweek.com Under the Real Estate Tab

FOR SALE OR TRADE for residential property in Kamloops. This very bright, fully furnished, three bedroom/two bath corner unit townhouse in Big White offers your very own hot tub on the patio, carport, high end furniture/appliance pkge, stacking washer/dryer and rock-faced fireplace. Short stroll to Gondola, skating rink, tube park, Day Lodge. Ideal for family or as a revenue generator throughout the ski season. Strata fees only $155.00 per month. Call Don at 250682-3984 for more information. Asking $189,000.00

Yamaha Clavinova (Organ).

Like new.

Original $7700.

Asking $1500. 250-372-0041.

Mobile Homes & Parks

Sporting Goods

Lease to own New 16 x 58 2bdrm 2bth mobile home in new mobile park. Trouble with financing? One or Two year term Call Gerry 250-371-1849

3 pair of Vector hockey skates CCM. Various sizes. $150/up.

Still in boxes. 250-372-8479.

CCM 7spd men’s bike. 1906 frame size. Good shape. $150. obo 250-299-5988.

Tools Holzer saw $1500, Safety Harness $500, Myte Extractor $2500. 250-377-8436.

CLASSIFIEDS

Misc. for Sale 4 Goodyear winter tires.

235/55/R17, used 1 season $400. 250-377-3002.

4 truck snow tires LT 285/65 R18 10ply BF Goodrich $275 (250) 554-1023 9’ Pool table, excellent condition $1500 obo 250-573-5142

250-371-4949

Commercial/ Industrial

Commercial/ Industrial

RUN TILL

RENTED

$5300 PLUS TAX

3 LINES - 12 WEEKS

Add an extra line to your ad for $10 Must be pre-paid Scheduled for 4 weeks at a time Private parties only - no businesses Some Restrictions Apply

Transportation

Transportation

Apt/Condo for Rent

Suites, Lower

Cars - Domestic

Recreational/Sale

Sahali Gordonhorn Gardens. $825/mo. +util. 1bdrm. N/S, N/P. Ref. 250-318-2269.

Email: anneshuk@yahoo.ca

Semi furn 1bdrm. in Batchelor area private ent and driveway. n/s/n/p, ref req’d. $750 Util/int incld. 250-554-3863.

for more information

Duplex / 4 Plex

*some restrictions apply

Computer Equipment

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

THOMPSON VILLA APARTMENTS

3bdrms, full bsmnt. F/S, Close to all amenities. Carport. N/S, N/P. W/D. $1,250. 376-0113.

Homes for Rent Brock 3bdrm 1bth n/p sm pet neg $1400/month + util ref req (778) 257-0544

Recreation ✰SHUSWAP LAKE!✰

5 Star Resort in Scotch Creek B.C. 1-bdrm 1-bath Park Model.

Tastefully decorated guest cabin. One of only 15 lots on the beautiful sandy beach with a wharf for your boat.

Provincial Park, Golf, Grocery/Liquor Store and Marina all minutes away. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot-tubs, Adult and Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground.

Rents for $1500/week. FMI CALL 1-250-371-1333

Senior Assisted Living 6976910 Independent and

assisted living, short term stay’s, 24 hour nursing care and respite.

250.377-7275 www.berwickretirement.com

Shared Accommodation

520 Battle Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2M2 250-372-0510

IN private home, pleasant surroundings fully furnished working male pref. near amenities behind sahali mall 10 min walk to TRU 374-0949 or 372-3339

55+ 2bdrm 2bth Brock many extras $1450 call to view n/s, n/p (250) 376-0319

Male seeking roommate Westsyde Furn. Close to bus $550/mo util incl. Avail Immed.

Call 250-579-2480.

Available spacious 1bdrm apts. Starting at $850/mo. The Sands Apartment.

Centrally located. On-site Management.

250-828-1711.

Northland Apartments 1 Bedroom Suite Adult Oriented No Pets / No Smoking Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry $825 per month North Shore 250-376-1427

NORTH SHORE

1 and 2 bedroom apartments.

Clean quiet buildings.

Reasonable Rental Rates Utilities not included

CALL 250-682-0312

North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020 Retired male seeking roommate, N/Shore. Close to bus/shopping. $500. 376-0953

Suites, Lower 1bdrm grnd level, sep. entrance, shared lndry. N/S/N/P. $900 util incld. 250-376-3129.

2BDRM daylight Brock. Private entr/parking. n/s/p. Ref’s. $1000/mo. 250-319-1911.

2bdrm daylight suite N/Shore n/s, n/p, priv. ent fenced yard $950 util incl, (250) 318-4647 2Bdrm NShore, w/d n/p/s, util incld $1000/mth, Avail now 250- 579-9225 3BDRM/1 bath parking laundry near shopping/bus Feb 1st $1150 inclds util 778-220-8118 Aberdeen 1bdrm daylight util and int incl n/s, n/p $825.

Avail Now (250) 851-9950

1365 DALHOUSIE DRIVE

250-371-4949

Now Renting CHANEL PLACE Brand new 1 and 2 Bdrm Apartments Downtown Kamloops 555 8th Avenue For more information visit: 3BBBGroup.ca

Avail. 2bdrm sep ent. c/a, ref req. n/s, n/p $900 incl util for working person(250) 376-0633

New Price $56.00+tax

1976 Ford Pinto Runabout.

2dr hatchback. Auto, disk brakes, no rust, very restorable. $750/obo. 250-3768570.

Do you have a vehicle, boat, rv, or trailer to sell? With our Run til sold specials you pay one flat rate and we will run your ad until your vehicle sells.* • $56.00 (boxed ad with photo) • $35.00 (regular 3 line ad)

Call: 250-371-4949

*Some conditions & restrictions apply.

Private party only (no businesses).

3BDRM 3bth Valleyview pet neg, $1300 close to school and shopping. Avail Immed.

250-374-5586 / 250-371-0206

Scrap Car Removal 2002 Nissan Altima. 4 door, auto. Fully loaded. Good condition. $5,500. Call to view. 250-376-4077.

TOWNHOUSES Best Value In Town

NORTH SHORE *Bright, clean & Spacious 2&3 bedrooms *Big storage rooms *Laundry Facilities *Close to park, shopping & bus stop

Sport Utility Vehicle

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED

318-4321

lilacgardens1@gmail.com NO PETS

Transportation

2008 Cadillac CTS Premium.

130,000kms.

AWD, Great in the winter, BLK w/leather interior, CD, power windows, seats, mirrors, locks, heating/cooling seats. $14,300. 250-320-6900.

Antiques / Classics 1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $5,500 obo (250) 376-5722 2011 Nissan Juke SL, AWD. Sunroof, winters, heated seats. $13,800. 250319-8240.

2000 Subaru Forester S AWD, 4 DRSW, green, well maintained, 247,000 km, dependable winter vehicle, new battery, good Nokian snow tires on separate rims, roof racks and crossbars, trailer hitch & rear window deflector.

Asking $4000 250319-1960 to view.

RUN UNTIL SOLD 68’ Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme (350 V8 type S).

Convertible.

Black interior+exterior w/chrome.

Restored.

Excellent condition. $16,500/obo. 250572-0714

Auto Accessories/Parts 1-set of Nokian Winters on rims 235/75/R16. Used one season. Regular price new $1200 selling for $400. Call 250-851-1304.

1 Bedroom Apartments $880 - $910

• Seniors Orientated • Close to the Hospital • Quiet Living Space • Underground Parking • Newly Renovated Suites • No Smoking

Run until sold

2-215/60R16 Snow tires. $200. 2-245/50VR16 Eagle Snow. $200. 4-275/45R20 Eagle M&S. $400. 2-225/60R16 M&S. $200. 2-275/40ZR17 M&S. $300. 250-319-8784.

Factory built 10ft metal dump box complete w/electric hoist $2500obo 1-250-938-1101

Auto Financing

(250)371-4949 *some restrictions apply call for details

Commercial Vehicles Contractors Tundra HD Econo Custom. Hwy, hauler $35,000 Concrete work as possible part of the payment.

250-377-8436.

Motorcycles 2014 Motorino XPH Electric Scooter bike. 850kms. No scrapes. $1400 250-574-9846

Off Road Vehicles Honda Big Red 3 Wheeler top shape $1650 250-554-0201

2008 Ford Escape XLT. Urgent Sale. $7,500. 250376-3741.

Jeep YJ 4x4 1987 restored, 6cyl 5sp, lifted, 33”tires on Eagle Rims, 10,000 lb Winch, over $15,000 invested asking $12000 (250) 828-0931

Trucks & Vans 1994 Toyota Truck. Ext-cab, 5spd, 4-cyl, 119,000kms. Ex Cond. $3,200. 250-376-4761.

1996 GMC Suburban 4x4 good shape runs great $2900obo Call (250) 571-2107

Recreational/Sale

2008 Denali Crew Cab AWD. Sunroof, DVD, NAV. Fully loaded. 22” chrome wheels, leather.

141,000kms. $23,300. 250319-8784.

Cars Trucks SUV’s & Vans

1990 Ford Flair 27’ Motorhome.

104,000kms.

Good condition. $12,049.

250-851-2579.

Available

Good Credit Bad Credit No Credit No Problem Get Approved Today!

1.877.793.0620 BC CREDIT FAST Delivery Thru BC DL#24358

ONLY $35.00(plus Tax)

1989 Fleetwood AClass 120,000km slps 6, well kept, $8000obo (250) 579-9691

01/16W_FVM20

Merchandise for Sale

B13

Cars - Domestic

2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $14,900. (778) 468-5050.

2005 Sprinter 25’ w/slide 1995 F250 Ford diesel w/low mileage both in exc cond. asking $20,000 obo for both (250) 314-6661 2008 Fleetwood Mallard. 23ft. like new, fully loaded. $15,000.

250-554-1035.

9FT Okanagan Camper. F/S, bathroom.

Good shape. $1,300/obo. 250-376-1841.

1972 AMC Javelin SST. Second owner. Exec mech cond. $3,000/obo. 250-372-2096.

2013 Nissan Leaf SL, electric, black/tan. 12,000kms under warranty $27,500 250-3778436

Large 2bdrm, Shrd lndry. Near SKSS. $1100/mo. inclds util.

Bob 250-682-2252.

Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $6900.00 obo 250-554-0580

1979 Peterburough 14ft 4 seater c/w ladder, cover, paddle, anchor, and trailer.

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