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DECEMBER 24, 2015 | Volume 28 No. 154

$600,000 to engage public ANDREA KLASSEN

STAFF REPORTER

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November’s budget meetings may have attracted only a handful of Kamloopsians, but city staff say the number of residents they have reached this year — and the number of dollars spent to do so — are up. Public-engagement activities cost the city more than $600,000 in 2015, according to a report to city council. In 2014, the city spent about $150,000. Both figures include staff time spent on outreach projects. Businesses and client services manager Tammy Robertson said two projects accounted for more than half the costs: The months-long rehabilitation of Overlanders Bridge and the performing-arts centre referendum, the $160,000 budget of which is considered public consultation. Overlanders outreach, which included multiple webcams, weekly online reports to the public and a trio of open houses, cost another $150,000. Robertson said more than 20,000 participants took part in outreach activities in 2015. That number does not include the 22,294 votes in the Nov. 14 arts-centre referendum or 12,000 school children who received presentations from the city on sustainability. By comparison, the city counted 4,699 participants in 2014. The number of public-engagement activities was also up, to 307 in 2015 from 186 in 2014. Robertson said open houses at which the city was able to add a “fun factor,” such as food demonstrations linked to this year’s urban-agricultural consultations, were more popular with the public. While budget meetings didn’t have that same draw, Robertson said she has spoken with colleagues in other cities across the country who report they also can’t seem to get the public out to their meetings. “That is the anomaly for most communicators in government,” she said, adding the city is looking for ways to make budget meetings more appealing in 2016. “And to ask those folks who aren’t coming out, who don’t feel engaged, what would it take?”

’Tis the season . . . Welcome to the first of two Christmas-themed editions of Kamloops This Week. As is our annual tradition, we have reserved these two editions — today’s paper and the Dec. 25 publication — to feature Christmas stories and Christmas drawings from our loyal readers. The above work of art is courtesy of eight-year-old Kate Reid. More drawings and the always-entertaining Christmas stories can be found amid the regular news and sports in today’s newspaper and in the Dec. 25 publication of KTW. We hope you enjoy the creations of your fellow readers.

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George Betts has donated a telescope and binoculars to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home in memory of his wife.

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HOSPICE GETS GIFT OF A NEW VIEW ANDREA KLASSEN

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rom the windows of the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice, patients look out over rolling hills, walking paths and the river valley below. It’s a view George Betts remembers being struck by during the eight days in May his wife, Frances, spent at the hospice. And, as he began thinking of a way to thank staff and volunteers for their care, the view helped provide a solution. “We had such wonderful care in May when my wife passed away,” he said. He has donated a telescope and binoculars to the hospice, both in memory of Frances. “We just thought it would be nice for the residents and people here to sit and look at the stars at night as something to do,” Betts said. The binoculars could be used to look at wildlife during the days, he said, or satellites the telescope is too powerful to pick up at night. Betts remembers sharing the view with

Frances before she died, wheeling her bed to an outdoor patio in the hospice’s garden to watch the goings-on in Peterson Creek Park below. Hospice executive director Wendy Marlow said the scenery has struck many patients and their families. “It is amazing what you can see,” she said. “You look down in the park and sometimes you’ll see something on the pathway. We’ve had deer, we’ve had bears.” Marlow said Betts’ donation, also made on behalf of his six children, could provide visitors at the hospice with some comfort. “When people are here and they want to stay with their loved one, they’re here a lot of time,” she said. “Sometimes it’s just nice to have something else to do for a little while. It’s a real peaceful thing to be able to look out at the night sky.” The Betts family has another connection to the hospice. In the 1970s, Frances was a homecare worker for its namesake, Marjorie Snowden. “She was very proud of that,” Betts said. He remembers his wife of nearly 59 years as a woman who loved to have fun.

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“She loved dancing and she was a wonderful mother. We all loved her,” he said.

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The Kamloops Hospice Association is hoping to raise enough money to fund 12 of its patient rooms for 12 days. Its 12 Days of Christmas campaign has the goal of raising $29,540 — the equivalent of the $205 it costs to operate one of its rooms for one day. For every $205 raised, hospice staff will light a bulb on its Christmas tree, with hopes of seeing all 144 glowing brightly. People can participate by visiting the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel on St. Paul Street and donating $2 in its Christmas tree competition for the hospice entry. The restaurant will also donate 20 per cent of a bill from its Citrus restaurant to the hospice at the diners; request. Direct donations can be made to the hospice online at kamloopshospice.com, at the facility at 72 South Whiteshield Cres. or by calling 250372-1336.

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Kamloops RCMP made numerous errors TIM PETRUK

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Failure by RCMP to allow a man arrested with a loaded gun to make a roadside call to a lawyer ignored law in place for more than 10 years, a B.C.

Supreme Court justice said in a ruling. That failure was one of a number of errors made by Kamloops Mounties in December 2013 after they arrested Charles Patrick with a loaded sawed-off shotgun.

Patrick was charged with a number of firearms offences after his arrest. Police then raided his home, finding what a Crown lawyer called a “chop shop” to illegally modify guns. The Crown was

forced to stay charges against Patrick in November after Justice Hope Hyslop ruled police actions breached his rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. A written deci-

sion released Dec. 15 details those errors, which Hyslop said were so serious they overcame society’s concern with illegal guns. In total, Hyslop found police breached Patrick’s Charter

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rights on at least three occasions: roadside when they failed to provide a cellphone so he could call a lawyer; when they used a search warrant riddled with errors; and when they failed to have the complete

search warrant in hand when they broke down the door to his trailer and found the guns inside. In order to obtain a search warrant, police must provide sworn information to a judge, called an information to obtain. Based on those allegations, the judge either approves or denies the warrant. In the case of the Patrick warrant, police were given incorrect information by an informant, which originally led them to the wrong unit. The information to obtain the warrant was “carelessly drafted, confusing and contradictory,” Hyslop wrote, adding the failure of police to have the entire search warrant in hand during the search was “careless.” Errors were made by police early on in the investigation, according to the judgment. Police pulled over a truck driven by Patrick on Dec. 11, 2013. Hyslop ruled police had the right to detain Patrick, but not to ask whether he had anything on him. At that point, Patrick replied he had a shotgun under his jacket. Police did, however, have the right to pat down Patrick for reasons of officer safety. Hylop said arresting officer Kelly Butler should have known the law, pointing to a Supreme Court of Canada decision in 2004 requiring police to provide those arrested with access to a lawyer “without delay.” “There were cellphones available at roadside. Each police car is equipped with a cellphone . . .” Hyslop wrote. “Cpl. Butler believed she had to provide Mr. Patrick the right to counsel ‘as soon as practicable,’” Hyslop wrote. “That is not the law.”

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ABOVE: Dean Nicholson of Investors Group hands KTW sales consultant Linda Skelly a donation of $2,311 as part of the Investors Group team’s contribution to the 2015 KTW Christmas Cheer Fund, which raises money for five charities — Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Sensational Soups, Kamloops Sexual Assault Counselling Centre, New Life Community Kamloops and Family Tree Family Centre. LEFT: Also contributing to the cause are Sukhwinder and Bhagwant Sawa of Spice Indian Cuisine. The popular North Kamloops restaurant held a special luncheon on Dec. 8 and raised $1,000 for the Cheer Fund. Donations can be made through Dec. 31, online at kamloopsthisweek. com and at KTW’s office, 1365B Dalhousie Dr. We are open Dec. 24 until noon and closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. For a list of donors thus far, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com.

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How much of what you give will end up as garbage? In December alone, residents of Kamloops will generate over 7,000,000 kgs of garbage. The best way to reduce our garbage this holiday season is not to create it in the first place. Use reusable gift bags or wrap, look for items with little to no packaging, rethink using disposable products, or consider giving experiences instead. And always be sure to recycle your Christmas waste, including foil-free wrapping paper.

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A man once described by police as the leader of a Kamloops gang has been released from jail after parole slip-ups and a domestic assault landed him back behind bars. Jayme Russell, now 34, was in 2009 handed a seven-year sentence in a federal penitentiary after being convicted on four drug-dealing charges. At the time of his arrest, Kamloops Mounties called Russell the leader of the Kamloops chapter

of the Independent Soldiers street gang. Russell was the target of an undercover RCMP investigation in 2006 and 2007. While unknowingly dealing with an undercover Mountie, Russell arranged for the sale of three kilograms of cocaine, 50 handguns and three machine guns. When he was arrested, he was in possession of handcuffs and body armour. While on bail prior to his 2008 trial, Russell committed three further drug offences, to which he pleaded guilty. Russell was granted

statutory release — mandated monitored release into the community after offenders serve two-thirds of a federal sentence — in July 2013. In October 2014, he was taken back into custody after parole officers found he was in possession of two cellphones — a violation of his release conditions. He was released again the following month. In February, after parole officials received word of potential domestic violence in Russell’s relationship with his long-term girlfriend, a meet-

ing was arranged between Russell, his girlfriend, a parole officer and police. The meeting was to take place at Russell’s rural Abbotsford home. “While awaiting your spouse in your home — which is in a remote location — for the meeting, an individual ran up the stairs and knocked on your glass door,” states a Parole Board of Canada document obtained by KTW. “Your parole supervisor found you to appear nervous, uncomfortable and stressed. You spoke to the individual on the

deck, out of earshot of your parole officer and the accompanying RCMP officer.” The individual turned out to be a known criminal from Kamloops, the document states. Russell’s girlfriend was a no-show for the meeting. He was taken back into custody on Feb. 13. The following month, he was charged with four domestic-violence charges — assault with a weapon, uttering threats, assault and assault causing bodily harm. In Abbotsford provincial court last week,

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Russell was convicted of domestic assault and placed on a two-year probation term. He was released from prison last Wednesday after having served two-thirds of the remainder of his sevenyear sentence, which will end in May.

Russell had no criminal record prior to his conviction in January 2009, but faced two serious charges the previous year. In February 2008, he was acquitted on an aggravated assault charge after a number of witnesses refused to testify against him. Three months later, he had attempted murder charges stayed after his alleged victim, another man believed to be involved with gangs, claimed to have no idea what had happened — despite testimony from police witnesses stating otherwise.

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“[He]replied back to them saying he wanted in on it and not to do anything until he got there,” Mengering said. Mengering said the teen, then 14, showed up at the hotel and took part in an attack on one of the men. “[He] sodomized [the victim] with the handle of a mop,” she said, noting other people also beat the man with a frying pan and kicked him in the head. The teen had been free on release conditions since Jan. 30, 2013, despite breaching his bail twice

since then. In addition to aggravated assault, court heard he was initially charged with additional counts of aggravated sexual assault and unlawful confinement — charges that were withdrawn in exchange for a guilty plea. On Dec. 9, Mengering said, social workers visited the Valleyview home the teen had been living in with his grandmother. Mengering said they searched his bedroom and found four bongs, lighters, torches and

two knives. He was taken into custody days later. According to Mengering, the teen will likely receive a sentence in the range of six months in custody. “If [he] were to be released, it would bring the administration of justice into disrepute,” she said. “A reasonable person would be shocked.” The teen was ordered to remain behind bars. He is due to be sentenced in a Prince George courtroom on Feb. 24.

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e can “tweet” about our lives using Twitter and “poke” someone or send them useless virtual gifts on Facebook. We can shop around the clock on hundreds of websites and — if we’re feeling generous — donate to good causes online at any time of day or night. There is no need to sleep if connecting is what we’re all about in this wired, 24/7 world. We can Skype someone to speak to them no matter where they are. Our cellphones make sure we never have a moment’s peace and, if we’re not talking, we’re texting, jotting down the details of our lives in sprinklings of characters. We can upload videos about ourselves and our favourite pets — and our cute kitties can become online stars in just a few days. We can blog about current events ad nauseam and gain “fans” the world over. Yes, it’s easy to be connected. It’s easy to be in the know. But, what do we know, really, and is being connected all that it’s cracked up to be? Those are questions to ponder this Christmas season when — after all the gifts have been torn open and all the goodies have been consumed — there is nothing else to do. There are other things to do that don’t involve buying and busyness and overindulging: Take a walk. Talk to someone you care about. Heck, take a nap. If you need some inspiration, here are some famous words on Christmas: • Norman Vincent Peale: “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world and behold — everything is softer and more beautiful.” • Dr. Seuss: “Maybe Christmas, the Grinch thought, doesn’t come from a store.” • Charles Schulz: “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” • Charlotte Carpenter: “Remember, if Christmas isn’t found in your heart, you won’t find it under a tree.”

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So this is Christmas . . .

he B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition is one of the most important organizations in the province — and its message this month is one we should all consider. Written by Trish Garner and Bill Hopwood, it points out that, on Dec. 4, the CBC’s annual Food Bank Day in the province raised $630,314. Considering estimates are 100,086 British Columbians rely on food banks, it works out to $6.30 per person. This is not to criticize the charitable acts of everyone who donated, but to point out charity simply doesn’t make a fundamental impact on the root causes of social issues. The pair continues to quote Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, the province’s representative for children and youth. One of the many vital things Turpel-Lafond tells us is we need to not just “feed our neighbour’s children, but really understand why is it that their parents are not able to feed them. What is causing the degree of poverty that we’re experiencing?” Garner and Hopwood point out the basic truth: Donating to food banks isn’t solving hunger. The CBC has been holding its Food Bank Day for 29 years. The number of people relying on these agencies for help — be it monthly or sporadically when paycheques can’t cover the costs of living — con-

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LEVEL tinues to rise. They advocate we stop looking at poverty through the lens of charity and see it as a human-rights issue, something enshrined in the UN’s International Covenant of Economic and Social and Cultural Rights — which Canada signed in 1976 — that recognizes “the right of everyone to an adequate standard of living for himself and his family, including adequate food, clothing and housing and to the continuous improvement of living conditions.” The article goes on to point out one in 10 British Columbians live in poverty and that our province is the only one in Canada with no poverty-reduction plan. In fact, we have a premier who seems to feel any forward step to help those who need it the most should be tied to the economy and her zealous belief that growing our liquefied natural-gas sector will solve all ills. It won’t.

On Dec. 25, we’ll celebrate Christmas. For many families, it will be a day of excess. The tree will be surrounded by gifts, the stockings stuffed full, an oversized turkey will be cooked and there will be more food than most any other night For many, we’ll finish off the season lining up for bargains on Boxing Day. Others will celebrate quieter, with less, and so many others will be relying on the food bank and other agencies to have any kind of Christmas at all. When all that is done and we’re about to enter a new year, let’s make one resolution that shouldn’t be a challenge. Let’s resolve to advocate for a real poverty-reduction plan with real targets and timelines, as the coalition promotes, so we can truly make a difference. A few weeks ago, a colleague asked me to provide my two favourite Christmas carols. The first one is Fairytale of New York, with that great Celtic punk band, The Pogues, singing of ruined dreams. The second is So This is Christmas, in which John Lennon wrote quite simply and powerfully: “And so this is Christmas, for weak and for strong. For rich and the poor ones, the world is so wrong.” Let’s do what we can to try and make the world a little bit more right. dale@kamloopsthisweek.com Twitter: @mdalebass

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YOUR OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PLEASE DO NOT MOCK THOSE WHO HAVE FAITH Editor: In an edition of Kamloops This Week with the cover and two pages inside advocating understanding those with faith, Bill Ligertwood uses most of his Rational Thoughts column to mock anyone who does not think as he does (‘Merry Winter Solstice! Enjoy your time on Earth’). I don’t see this from any KTW Faith columnists as they seem to use the space positively, never mocking any other faith or belief. I have no problem with Ligertwood advocating his beliefs, but please do not print columns showing zero understanding that others have faith.

Craig Cooper Kamloops

LANDFILLS SHOULD BE PART OF PAST

Editor: Metro Vancouver, we read in Kamloops This Week, is reconsidering the waste-to-energy program, a key component of its integrated solid waste and resource management plan. That Metro Vancouver should do so is understandable in light of its recent more aggressive recycling and reducing programs. What would not be understandable — indeed, what would be objectionable — is a return to the practices of dumping as a mainstay of the wastemanagement program. For Metro Vancouver, it would be an about-face of the worst kind. It would mean not just that the political entity is unprincipled, but also, and equally bad, it is willing to turn its backs on all the scientific evidence accumulated in recent years (at great cost to taxpayers) that shows the environmental advantages of waste to energy over landfilling.

For Cache Creek, this about-face would be worse. Mayor John Ranta may say all he wants about the benefits of importing Metro’s garbage. The reality is this: During his tenure as mayor ( which coincides pretty much with the “golden” age of the landfill) Cache Creek has become a ghost of what it used to be, with bus services having essentially been discontinued and central hotels and restaurants shutting down. As for the landfill itself, it is far from being the inoffensive thing it may appear to be to the casual observer. Its millions of tonnes of simmering garbage within it are, and will be for many years to come, leaching some nasty stuff into the groundwater, while exhaling an undetermined amount of CO2 and other landfill gases into the air. It is true that, after a delay of many years, the landfill has put in place an energy converter.

Tellingly, though, while this converted energy was initially supposed to generate enough electricity to power 4,000 homes, Ranta has now trimmed that figure down to 2,500 homes. It is still a significant number, admittedly, but what Ranta tacitly admits by giving that reduced figure is that much — an awful lot — of the landfill gases are simply escaping into the air, where they do the sort of mischief that so many people from around the world met in Paris recently to try to curb. Metro Vancouver’s contract with the operators of the Cache Creek landfill is due to expire in a year’s time. Let’s hope Metro Vancouver’s recent announcement does not mean a renewal of that contract returning to discredited, and very harmful, practices. Ermes Culos Ashcroft

QUARTET’S STANCE TASTES LIKE SOUR GRAPES Editor: I am struggling to understand the intentions of Mayor Milobar and councillors Pat Wallace, Marg Spina and Ken Christian. They knowingly put the issue of what to do with the former Kamloops Daily News building on ice by refusing to vote to rescind a mistaken motion that had been made by Coun. Denis Walsh. Was it sour grapes because they were in the minority on the vote? Were they trying to teach the other council members a lesson? It seems to me that, once everyone was aware a mistake had been made, they would work together to

try to remedy the error. I would expect that level of maturity from my city councillors. What now? The erroneous tabling motion is in place and nothing can be done about the issue for a year. This was a mistake that could have been fixed. Can someone please explain?

Margaret Huff Kamloops

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Three regional mines that operate tailings storage dams will be required to have a dedicated safety manager and an independent technical review board as part of new requirements ordered by the B.C. Liberal government. Minister of Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett said the province will introduce new regulations recommended by the chief inspector of mines. That review came after 2014’s Mount Polley Mine disaster, when the dam collapsed, sending millions of litres of contaminated water into Quesnel Lake. That collapse was caused by glaciolaucustrine soils that went undetected. Two of the key recommendations include that all mines with tailings storage facilities will require a dedicated safety manager to oversee the water balance, as well as an independent review board. All three regional mining companies — Highland Valley Copper, New Gold and KGHM Ajax — are responsible for tailings storage dams that are ranked at or near the highest level for risk to people and the environment in case of failure. Peter Martell, superintendent of community affairs at Highland Valley Copper, said he hasn’t yet looked at details of the announcement, but believes the company is already doing most of the measures.

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f owner Tom Gaglardi had a nickel for every fan who jumped off the Kamloops Blazers’ bandwagon after the team’s dismal 0-6 start, he could build a new Moxie’s. They’re trickling back into Sandman Centre now, though, Blue and Orange scarves on, overpriced poutines in hand, pretending they never left. You can’t blame those who gave up for having that “here-we-go-again” attitude because there were people inside the organization — players, coaches and staff — who, if they were to answer honestly, were feeling the same way. The difference between the fickle fans who flew the Blazer coup and the players, coaches, staff and die-hard supporters is pretty simple: They never threw in the towel. It would be easy to pinpoint Oct. 13 as the day everything changed. General manager Craig Bonner resigned and Stu MacGregor took over. Kamloops (17-11-3-1) has won 17 of 26 games since Bonner’s exodus and has points in 21 of those contests — a remarkable turnaround, to be sure. Forward Gage Quinney and defenceman Dallas Valentine were acquired in trades within two days of the GM change and both have proved to be valuable assets. (Quinney has 32 points in 24 games since coming to Kamloops and Valentine is plus-14 after 19 games with the Blazers). MacGregor was quoted in the club’s press releases announcing the deals, but both of those swaps were set in motion by Bonner and closed by his successor. While Oct. 13 is an important date on the calendar (a switch at the top was a good thing for both parties), whatever spark that may have provided is far from the sole reason why the Blazers have steadily risen up the Western Conference ladder. This is still the team Bonner formed. The whole story about the horrendous start is complex. Goaltender Connor Ingram was not himself to start the season. It’s safe to say the quirky Imperial, Sask., product is back on his game. On the Blazers’ outstanding 5-1 tour of the East Division that wrapped up on Saturday in Swift Current, Ingram was 5-0 and

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Collin Shirley helped his club fight back from the worst start in Kamloops Blazers’ history.

posted exceptional numbers — a .952 save percentage and goals-against average of 1.60. Deven Sideroff was out of the lineup early on fighting mononucleosis. The speedster from Summerland was sluggish by his standard upon returning to the ice, but 25 points in 23 games have him trending in the right direction. Expect more from him in the second half, now a few months removed from his battle with illness. Matt Revel was sidelined while his teammates were busy embarking on the worst start in Blazers’ history, but he has long recovered from a shoulder injury and the forward from Abbotsford has pitched in up front with nine goals and 24 points in 27 games. Those problems have been fixed and the Blazers are benefitting from a few breakout seasons. The affable Collin Shirley has been the MVP of the first half, leading by example with team highs in goals, 21, and points, 40. Dawson Davidson has done more than just evade a sophomore slump. The 17-year-old D-man from Moosomin, Sask., is tied for sixth in team scoring with 21 points and is plus-10.

Garrett Pilon was not the most-highly touted player among Kamloops’ crop of 1998-born forwards, but he might just be a star in the making. The flashy forward from Saskatoon is tied for sixth with Davidson in Blazers’ scoring. Then there’s head coach Don Hay. Perhaps the returning Blazers took a month or so to remember what their taskmaster expects of them, but most seem to have figured it out again. Hay has his once cellar-dwelling charges within six points of both the Victoria Royals and Prince George Cougars, who are tied for second in the B.C. Division. Many questioned where the Blazers would find scoring in the absence of Cole Ully. Hay said they would have to do it by committee. That’s what they’ve done and the Quinney addition helped. The Blazers are near the middle of the pack in goals for, with 117 after 32 games. Kamloops is seventh in the Western Conference, five points ahead of the eighthplace Portland Winterhawks and nine points

up on the ninth-place Tri-City Americans. The Blazers have the league’s best penalty kill (85.2 per cent) and 15th best power play, so special teams certainly aren’t a weak point on Mark Recchi Way. Getting too high on this team doesn’t make a whole lot of sense, though, just like it was premature to throw it under the bus after six games. More is required from Quinn Benjafield, a first-round pick expected to contribute more offensively, and Patrik Maier, a Slovakian import defenceman who has underperformed. Jake Kryski, a 13th overall pick in the 2013 WHL Bantam Draft who shows flashes of brilliance, can’t seem to find consistency. Can Ingram remain hot? What about Shirley? How will the squad handle a jampacked 40-game second half? Five of those contests are against the Western Conferenceleading Kelowna Rockets. The team is young, so ebb and flow is to be expected. It’s tempting to sit on the fence, but the glass-half-full, Blue-and-Orange-colouredglasses predictions occasionally tossed about by the hyper-loyal members of this team’s fan base seem nearer to my own gut-feel than they usually do. I had them finishing with the sixth-most points in the Western Conference in my preseason prognostication. I was wrong. I think they’ll get up to fourth. Warning: I also thought the Buffalo Bills would make the playoffs.

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Win one, lose one, tie one The Thompson-Okanagan Lakers played to a win, a loss and a tie in female midget AAA action on the weekend, in Langley to play the Fraser Valley Rush. The Lakers, who enter the Christmas break with a 12-5-4 record, opened the three-game set with a 3-0 shutout loss, but rebounded with a 3-2 win in Saturday action. In Sunday’s finale, the clubs played to a 2-2 draw. Jenna Fletcher (2G, 1A), Elizabeth Klimm (2G), Julianne Nelson (1G, 1A), Ripley Burd (1A), Christy Blackburne (1A) and Riley Henderson (1A) hit the scoresheet for the Lakers. Sydney Carter and Kendra Woodland split time between the pipes. The Lakers are third in the Female Midget AAA league and will return to action on Jan. 8, against the Northern Capitals (14-5-2).

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The Hurricanes went head to head with the Cyclones in bantam recreation action on the weekend, a tilt which ended in a 5-5 draw at Brock Arena. Jamie Daniels led the way with two goals for the Hurricanes, who had Ryerson Palmer in goal. Ethan Dicostanzo (1G), Lucas Biro (1G), Ben Prokopetz (1G) and Hayden Buttazzoni (1A) also hit the scoresheet for the home team. The Cyclones, meanwhile, had points from Alex Wright (2G), Braeden Crowe (1G), Mason Foster (1G), Liam Edstrom (1G) and Garrett Grubisa (1A). Michael Love tended the crease in the draw.

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tie in bantam tier 3 action in Winfield on the weekend. The Blazers also had points from Ryan Larsen (2G), Ty Horner (1G), Kieran Maloney (1G), Landon Coray (1A), Owen Cupello (1A), Grady Egeland (1A) and Jacob Hufty (1A). Kyle Proulx was between the pipes for the draw. In a win against Penticton later in the weekend, Kolby Hay picked up the goaltending victory. Keegan Pittendreigh (2G, 1A), Larsen (2G, 1A), Ethan Gremoud (1G, 2A), Gemsa (1G), Coray (2A), Mitch Harnett (2A), Patrick Bennett (1A), Hufty (1A) and Kieran Maloney (1A) tallied points for the Blazers.

Shootout draw

The Chill and the Venom played to a tie in a high-scoring affair at the Sandman Centre on the weekend, with a final score of 7-7. Cooper MacLeod led the way

for the Chill, tallying four goals and one assist. Donnie Bailey, Josh Atamanchuk and Frankie Padar each added a goal. Meanwhile, Kayden Conroy led the way for the Venom, chipping in with three goals and one assist. Colton Meikle (2G), Jake Currie (1G) and Ryan Petrie (1G) also hit the scoresheet. Nate Blais tended the crease for the Chill, while Jaxon Haywood was between the pipes for the Venom.

Rough homestand

The Scotiabank Blazers had a rough weekend of atom development play, losing to Salmon Arm and Revelstoke in a pair of games in Kamloops. The Blazers lost 4-3 against Salmon Arm on Friday and 6-2 to Revelstoke on Saturday. Maddox Kinnee (1G, 1A), Myles Walker (1G), Ryan Finney (1G), Garrett Johnson (1G), Jacob Cupello (1G), Chase Besse (1A), Carson Sutherland (1A), Nik Dimopoulos (1A) and Rory Mumford (1A) scored throughout the weekend for Kamloops. Kaiden Goddard and Eric Brock split time in the net.

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The world junior hockey championship begins on Saturday with Canada facing the United States in the preliminary round. Here are five Canadian players to keep an eye on for the duration of the tournament:

1. MASON MCDONALD, GOALTENDER

MASON MCDONALD, GOALTENDER: Hockey Canada’s original plan for the world juniors was to carry two goaltenders, with Mackenzie Blackwood being the presumptive starter and McDonald keeping him sharp as a skilled backup. That all changed when Blackwood was suspended for eight games by the Ontario Hockey League on Dec. 8. Now, Blackwood

2. BRAYDEN POINT, CENTRE 3. JAKE VIRTANEN, RIGHT WING 4. ANTHONY BEAUVILLIER, LEFT WING 5. DYLAN STROME, CENTRE

can’t dress for Canada’s first two games of the world juniors, putting McDonald between the pipes and last-minute addition Samuel Montembeault on the bench. McDonald, at least against the United States and Denmark, will have all eyes on him. BRAYDEN POINT, CENTRE: Point is arguably the best player in the Western Hockey League and a veteran of Canada’s 2014 goldmedal junior team. However, he injured his shoulder on Nov.

17, forcing him to miss several games for the Moose Jaw Warriors and wear a non-contact jersey for Canada’s selection camp. He played in Canada’s pre-competition games but also missed some practices to rest his injury. If he’s on the ice he’s one of Canada’s most dynamic playmakers. If he’s injured, Canada will need to scramble to find a distributor of Point’s ability. JAKE VIRTANEN, RIGHT WING: Virtanen rode

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at selection camp in early December, scoring four times in two games against Canadian university all-stars, including a hat trick. His strong play continued in to precompetition exhibition games. He could be a breakout star of the tournament if his

ANTHONY BEAUVILLIER, LEFT WING: One of the youngest players on Canada’s roster this year, Beauvillier impressed

hand stays hot. DYLAN STROME, CENTRE: All the attention has been showered on outspoken winger Mitch Marner ahead of the world junior championship, but Strome will be the centre for Canada’s top line at the tournament.

The third-overall pick of the 2015 NHL draft, Strome is Canada’s most talented player in Helsinki, Finland. How he and longtime friend Marner react to the pressure of the event could determine if Canada will repeat as world champions.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam SHIRLEY D BERTOLI (nee Noble) Shirley D Bertoli (nee Noble), 83 years old, left us on Sunday, December 20th at the Royal Inland Hospital after a brief illness. Shirley was born on March 28, 1932 in Kamloops, B.C. to Anne and William Noble. Shirley was the youngest of five children and grew up in Birch Island and later moved to Duncan to attend high school, living with her older sister Mildred and her family. Shirley moved back to Kamloops to care for her father, and embarked on a long and rewarding career with the Fish and Wildlife department. Throughout her life she maintained a positive demeanor and her love of life and nature is reflected in her children and grandchildren, as well as the many nieces and nephews that loved her and followed her on her famous nature walks at Scotch Creek and other places. Shirley was very proud of her son Mark Bertoli (Donna) and her daughter Linda Dawson Reid (Andy) and nothing made her happier than being with her amazing grandchildren Marisa and Taylor Bertoli and Dylan Dawson. Shirley is survived by her son Mark (Donna), daughter Linda (Andy) grandchildren Marisa, Taylor and Dylan, as well as her sister Zelma (Bill) and her brother Bill (Gert) along with numerous nieces and nephews and wonderful friends. She is predeceased by her brother

Bill and sister Mildred (Stub), and her dear friends Helen and Jim Dawson. Shirley also leaves behind her special family, the ones she loved, laughed with and truly cared for. Shirley had a real zest for life, she loved to garden, play cards and dance, but what she loved best was being with her family and many friends. Shirley had deep roots in the North Thompson and the Wells Grey area. Shirley had a unique ability to take time and see the true beauty of this world. The smiles and joy of the ones she loved, the new green leaves in the spring, or God’s beautiful display in the colors of the Fall. Shirley was also a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary. Shirley was the glue of her family. If there was a message she would want to leave behind it would be to be kind and do things for others. Shirley had a passion for visiting and bringing joy and kindness into the lives of many friends and family. It would be truly Shirley to make someone laugh, send a card and most of all pay it forward. There will be a Celebration of Shirley’s Life at Schoening Funeral Service, 513 Seymour St, Kamloops, BC V2C 2G8 on Monday, December 28th at 2:00 pm. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to some of Shirley’s favorite charities: • Kamloops Food Bank • Heart and Stroke

PATRICIA KATHLEEN DAWN STEFANIK (nee McFayden) January 12, 1940 – December 14, 2015 Patricia Stefanik of Kamloops passed away on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 75 years of age. Her memory will be treasured by her loving husband Carl Stefanik of nearly 58 years, children Susan (Jerry) Gobbee of Kamloops, David Stefanik of Kamloops (predeceased), and Marianne Stefanik (Terry Dilts) of Paris, Ontario; grandchildren Joseph (Carissa) Gobbee, Jason (Chantelle) Gobbee, Justin Gobbee, and Jaime Laplante; great-grandchildren Maya, Jacob, Taylynn, Gavin, Keaton and Kiara; brother and sister-in-law; Darell (Karen) of Kamloops; Dannie, Marilyn and Nick McFayden, all predeceased. Carl’s family; brother and sisters-in-law; many loving nieces and nephews, and cherished friends. To Gail Stefanik, her best friend, a loving thank you. Patricia was born in Kamloops, with her Mom Florence McFayden making the trail, walking to deliver Pat at RIH, from the north side of the river. She lived her childhood, as a farm girl, and attended school in Vinsulla and Kamloops. Pat became a dispatcher for Yellow Cabs, having met her husband Carl there and their story is shown by how their family grew and is still growing. Pat retired from the city of Kamloops, working from 1979-2004. A Private Family Celebration of life will take place at the Summit Drive Baptist Church on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 from 12-2pm. The family would like to offer a special thank you to the ICU nurses, who were very caring and compassionate, and to Kamloops Funeral Home.

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On the afternoon of Sunday, December 20th, 2015 Richard David Nielsen passed away peacefully with his family in his presence. He will lovingly be remembered by his wife Judy, step-daughter Lynnette (Keith), step-son Richard (Gina), his three granddaughters Danica (Dom), Chayla and Kendra and his great-granddaughter Isabella, two brothers Ken (Janet) and John (Diane), and five sisters Virginia El-Zorkany, Lorraine (Frank Green), Kathleen (Al Gardiner), Frances Mary (Al Petersen) and Carolyn (Mike Kazarian) and his several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Richard was predeceased by his parents Chris and Arlene Nielsen in 1979. Richard was born in Ponoka, Alberta on June 10, 1959 and moved to Kamloops with his family in 1972. He attended Norkam Secondary and went on to Cariboo College where he graduated as a journeyman carpenter. He worked for several different home builders in the last 35 years. While Richard was working a job in Golden, BC, he met the love of his life Judy and convinced her to move to Kamloops and become his wife. Together they have spent the last 31 years camping, fishing, hiking and exploring the areas around Kamloops and the Interior. On many of their camping trips his granddaughters would be in tow, he was happy to teach them how to fish, (yes we lost a few rods in the lake) fix things around the house and even gave driving lessons as they got older. He truly loved spending quality time with his family and never missed an extracurricular activity or Sunday dinner. His great-granddaughter was the twinkle in his eye and he spent the last year doting over her. The family would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Del Begio, his sister Kathy, friend Victor and the wonderful staff at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice. A Celebration of Richard’s Life will be held at the Calvary Community Church on Wednesday, December 30th at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kamloops Hospice Association at 72 Whiteshield Cres S, Kamloops, B.C. V2E 2S9, in memory of Richard. On line condolences can be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sohan Singh Bains unexpectedly on December 18, 2015. Sohan is survived by his loving wife Harbhajan Kaur and his adoring family; daughters Sukhpal (Jaswinder), Ranjit (Baljit), Sandip (Harjit), Baldip (Gurdip), son Gurdip (Ramanjit), grandchildren Jasmine, Gavin, Jeeya, Dheven, Anaiya, Ameeya, Suraya, Aarya, Emma, brothers Hardit Singh (late Gurmit Kaur) and Sukchain Singh (Balvir Kaur). Sohan is predeceased by his father Munsha Singh Bains, mother Dhan Kaur Bains, sister Nasib Kaur Gill and brother-in-law Ujagar Singh Gill. Sohan was born on September 8, 1939 in the village of Sarhala Khurd, Punjab, India. In 1963, Sohan married his soul mate Harbhajan Kaur. After the birth of their first child, Sohan immigrated to Canada in 1970. Eventually, he settled in the town of Kamloops in 1971, finding work in the lumber industry. In 1975, Sohan was able to sponsor Harbhajan and Sukhpal to join him. Four more children followed and Sohan continued to work hard to build a life and provide for his family. Throughout his 42 years in Kamloops, Sohan was an integral part of the Punjabi Sikh community, volunteering countless hours of service at the Kamloops Sikh Society. After retiring in 2006, Sohan and Harbhajan enjoyed a few more quiet years together in Kamloops. In 2013, Sohan and Harbhajan joined their children and grandchildren to settle in Vancouver. Sohan will always be remembered for his quiet strength, generous heart, and willingness to help others. Sohan was well-respected by everyone for his calm demeanor and wide-reaching knowledge. He was an admired leader who was often sought out for advice and encouraging words of wisdom. Sohan Singh Bains will be remembered in a Service at 2:00 pm on December 27th, 2015 at Riverside Funeral Home, 7410 Hopcott Road, Delta, BC. A Prayer Service will follow at Akali Singh Sikh Society, 1890 Skeena Street, Vancouver, BC.

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GERALDINE “GERI” WEGELIN On her 79th Birthday, in her own way and on her own time, Geri Wegelin passed away. Geri was the youngest of five daughters born to Steve and Esther Stefano. As the youngest, Geri was just a little bit spoiled and often got into just pure, simple fun kinds of trouble. Geri’s Dad was a railway man and her early years were spent living with her family in the Dunster train station, just feet from the train tracks. Geri’s family moved to Prince George and that is where Geri thought of as her home. After graduation, Geri made the bold and brave move to go to school in Vancouver. Returning home, Geri got to use her skills at the local movie theaters and landed a very important job working for the Prince George RCMP station. It was here that Geri met the “new, single, handsome and shy” RCMP member and she decided to reconsider her decision to not date anyone from work. Paul began escorting Geri from the movie theater to do the nightly bank deposit and very quickly, Paul became her one true love. Geri and Paul married in 1962 and after 5 years of marriage, just about the time Geri learned to boil water, make rock hard hockey puck muffins and the occasional extravagant baked Alaska, Paul asked if it was maybe time to start a family. Geri always said that it seemed like she blinked and Steven and then Danielle were born. Geri and Paul moved several times with transfers and each time, Geri made new friends, a new home and focused on her family first. In addition to this, Geri also built a 20 plus year career as a court clerk. Geri enjoyed her job and taught her children the importance of hard work, professionalism and most importantly, to make sure you have fun, lots and lots and lots of fun. Geri created a home where two hour family dinners were the norm and where anyone was welcome. Geri and Paul would decide how much dinner to cook based on how many pairs of shoes were at the back door. Her home was one where it was not a good dinner unless one of the kids fell out of their chairs laughing or guests would lay on the floor groaning that they just ate too much, while they eagerly anticipated the dessert round. Over the years, Geri became an amazing cook and with her sous-chef Paul, they fed everyone with great food, laughs and love.

The Ship I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is on object of beauty & strength & I stand & watch her, until at length, she is only a speck of white cloud just wheret he seas & sky meet and mingle with each other. Then someone at my side exclaims, “There, she’s gone!” Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all. She is just as large as she was when she left my side & just as able to bear her load of living freight to the place of her destination. Her diminished size is in me, not her. And just at the moment when someone at my side says she is gone, there are other eyes watching for her coming and other voices ready to take up the glad shout “There she comes!”. Henry Van Dyke

Timeless Touch Keep the memories of your loved one close at heart with an everlasting impression. We will take a fingerprint from your loved one, you select the jewelry or picture frame and we will provide you with a keepsake to cherish. Call or come in and see us for a look at our jewelry samples. After Paul’s death, Geri filled her life with great talks with her amazing friends, making fantastic take-home dinners for her poor starving sin-in-law, taking over White Spot with Danielle for long “business” lunches, going for long Tim’s coffee breaks and Wednesday Sleepy Hollow lunches with the ladies, weekly Sunday visits to the farm (when she would bring lunch and dessert) and even more, longer talks with her sisters and her boy, Steven. Geri was very excited when Steven’s Stephanie came into their lives bringing with her, her son Tristan. Geri wanted to learn how to be friends with a five year old boy. She never pushed but the thought of a grandchild to go with her collection of grand dogs, grand cats and grand horses made her very happy. Geri also decided to try new things like hanging out at the creek with her family, taking a hike among 20 baby horses and their mommas - looking for her next grand horse, navigating the Vancouver bus system on her own, riding shotgun on an ATV, and memorably, driving the big truck hauling a 20 foot long hay wagon for a haying crew. As much as Geri laughed and filled her time, she was never quite able to settle into a new normal and missed her Paul, her forever love, every moment of every day. In her last years, Geri fought hard against serious health issues. During this time, she still drew people to her with her strength, tenacity, sense of humor and love. She leaves behind many broken and bruised hearts, holding onto memories of Geri as a way to ease the hurt. Geri is survived by her son Steven (Stephanie Samson and Tristan Eaton), her daughter Danielle (Troy Bronken), her sisters Rosemary, Vivian and Gloria, her Wegelin in-laws, Ida, Dave and Carolyn, Gus and Marie, many loved nieces and nephews and her Bronken in-laws, Mel and Wilda. Geri is also survived by so many good close friends who she loved like family. Steven and Danielle would like to give deep thanks to the staff at Ridgeview Lodge and Canadian Hearing Care. Your professionalism, care, compassion and support for our Mom will never be forgotten. We could see you fighting for her, making things easier for us and just loving our Mom. We are humbled by you. We will be holding a Celebration of Geri’s Life in the spring 2016 on Danielle and Troy’s farm. We will drink lots of strong coffee, eat sweet treats (Licorice Allsorts and Purdy’s chocolates especially), tell stories, sit with the sun on our face, laugh a lot, cry a bit and watch the dogs play - just like Mom loved to do. THE GREATER THE LOVE, THE GREATER THE LOSS Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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Each Loss ... Each loss is very different, The pain is so severe. Will I ever stop missing This one I loved so dear? Good times we had together, The moments that we shared We didn’t have to tell each other How much we really cared. I never dreamed you’d go away, Never thought of sorrow. So sure you’d always be here Took for granted each tomorrow. Now my life is all confused Since you went away. You took a part of me And for help I daily pray. But when God sent you to me He never said that you were mine, That I could keep you always – Only borrowed for a time. Now, He’s called you home, I’m sad and I shed tears. Yet I’m glad He loaned you to me And we had these many years.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS • Take time to visit family members who are living alone or in care facilities. • While you are there, maybe pack along an extra gift you can give to another res-

ident you think could use some company. If you have time, sit with them, too. • If you cannot go visit family members or friends who may be feeling alone, call them or video chat with them. • Promote a sense of purpose. Encourage hobbies and integrate seniors into activities like reading to youth or knitting scarves for those in need. Ask them for help with your projects and set time aside to work on it together. • Listen. If you hear someone say they are lonely, or if they look like they need some company, make a point of helping. You can connect with them yourself — this could be as simple as dropping off a card to them unexpectedly the next time you are around — or let their friends or caretakers know so they can include this person in activities or offer suggestions on groups they can join. If you feeling lonely this season, there are also ways you can connect: • Look for programs at your local community centre. They have activities for all ages and interests. • Try volunteering for a charity. You will meet other volunteers who are also there to make a difference — and the people you help will be thankful. • Check for social groups that meet near your neighbourhood. These could be book clubs, craft clubs or other groups that simply like to get together. •Invite people to spend time with you or ask to tag along with a friend. So many people are wrapped up in their schedules that they don’t always realize what others are experiencing. Let someone know you want to spend time with them. • There are plenty of online groups and communities; check them out and see if there are any that interest you. Make sure to be safe on those sites and never give out important personal information.

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Santa’s Gift: A Christmas poem from a KTW reader MARY BARQUEST

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Santa’s Gift Twas the night before Christmas, and burned the last log As the family was sleeping, even the dog The stockings were lit by the fire’s last glow Waiting for Santa, all in a row It seemed the whole family was tucked into bed Except for Janet, who was packing instead Mexico was calling, the sun and the beach For Janet and Jacob, they were almost in reach “Shall I take the bikini?” To herself she enquired “I should take the one piece – its’ all boned & wired” Into the pack went three pair of shorts Then another pair followed — there’d be lots of sports She felt like a pedlar as she filled up her sack And reminded herself it would be on her back Finally finished, she fell into bed While visions of Mexico danced in her head Far too early next day, as she had feared With stocking in hand, her youngest appeared Followed by brothers, Santa had been And very soon the house was a sight to be seen With paper all over and presents galore This afternoon there would be even more She went to the window and looked out at the day To see many snowflakes making their way To the top of the roof, to the top of the trees

And she thought to herself “go away please” The day carried on, and family arrived The roads had been bad, but they had survived Dinner was ready, a sight to behold With crackers to pull we will never grow old As evening came on and daylight grew dim Jacob arrived, decidedly grim “The roads are all closed” he said with despair “We can’t even fly — there is nothing by air” They looked at each other — how could they go? No way to the Coast because of the snow When out on the lawn they heard a loud clatter And ran out the door to see what was the matter Out in the snow sat a beautiful sleigh With a red-nosed reindeer leading the way Dancing and prancing and ready to go Were eight more reindeer, pawing the snow With a red-cheeked old driver, smiling and quick They knew in a heartbeat it must be St. Nick With reins in his hands he called them by name They were so lively they didn’t seem tame Up Dasher, up Dancer, on Prancer and Vixen Go Comet, go Cupid , on Donner and Blitzen. With luggage in hand, they didn’t think twice Into the sleigh they all jumped in a trice Up to the roof-tops the reindeer they flew With the sleigh close behind, and St.

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And away they all flew, into the sky But they heard him call out, as he soared out of sight Merry Christmas to you, and to you a good night.

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eorge! George! Wake up! It’s the hospital. They have a heart! We have to go now!” George Lambeth groaned and groggily sat up. He’d been on the heart transplant list for 14 months and he was getting worse as the delay stretched on. They’d been warned a suitable donor could be found at any time, and that time was now. Winnie, his wife of 38 years, hurriedly threw their suitcases, already packed for this day, into the car. They made it to the hospital in record time, as it was Boxing Day and traffic was light. As George was being prepped he asked Dr. Swanson about the donor. “Black ice,” the doctor said. “Bad accident with an on-coming semi. Twenty-four year old woman. Sorry, no time to chat now.” A woman’s heart. George’s mind raced. As the anaesthetic kicked in, he wondered who she was. He heard Winnie’s voice before he opened his eyes.

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A change of heart for Christmas From page B1

He and Winnie had no children — and frankly, he didn’t like the fuss and bother of it. Their house was the only one on the block with no lights in December. One day, he came home and the word “Scrooge” had been stamped into the snow on his front lawn. He angrily erased it and stared up and down the street to see if a culprit was anywhere near. “Humbug!” he said loudly, not caring who heard it. First it was the eggnog. Winnie loved it and always bought a few litres as Christmas approached. She called in to his den, “George! What happened to the eggnog?”

“I drank it,” he shouted back. Winnie came and stood in the doorway, a quizzical look on her face. “But, you hate eggnog.” George shrugged. “I like it now. Don’t know why.” Winnie just stared at him as he turned his attention back to the computer. “What are you listening to?” she asked. A blues song was playing quietly as he checked his emails. “The blues,” he answered. “You’ve never liked the blues, always said it was depressing.” “Whatever, Winnie. Don’t you have something else to do?” “Okay, grumpy bear. Lunch will be ready in 10 minutes.” “Hmph,”George responded curtly. The next day, George headed out to

Canadian Tire to get some de-icer for the sidewalks. For some reason, he was drawn to the Christmas supplies. On impulse, he bought an illuminated manger display and a full set of house lights. When Winnie got back from her own shopping, he had most of it installed. “George! What are you doing? I mean, it looks great, but I don’t understand. “You’ve never wanted Christmassy stuff before. What’s going on?” George paused, leaning against the step-ladder. All of sudden, he burst into tears. “I don’t know! I don’t know! What’s happening to me, Winnie?” The next week, they were in Dr. Swanson’s office for

his regular check-up. George didn’t really want to talk about what had been happening, but Winnie insisted. Dr. Swanson listened quietly. “Cell memory,” he said. “It’s a phenomenon in transplant patients. There is significant anecdotal evidence that recipients take on some personality quirks and preferences of their donor. “No hard proof yet, but some serious research into it has started.” Eggnog? The blues? Christmas decorations? George had to find out. He searched news stories for a Christmas-Day accident the year before. Samantha Gray, 24, was on her way home from Christmas with her family in Pemberton when her car slid on black ice

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into the path of an oncoming semi. She remained alive long enough to donate her organs, including a heart for George. There was mention of a memorial Facebook page. George slowly looked at the tributes from Samantha’s friends and family. She was a waitress and aspiring blues singer. And, she loved Christmas — the lights, the decorations, a manger display she helped set up each year, the gifts and eggnog. George looked thoughtfully at the computer screen. The one-year anniversary of the accident was approaching — and Samantha’s mother had invited anyone to post something. George hesitated for a moment, then typed.

“I’m George Lambeth. I have Samantha’s heart. Do you want to meet?” He and Winnie arranged to meet her at a Starbucks. Anne Gray was an older version of the tribute picture on Samantha’s Facebook page. What he wasn’t expecting was his reaction — his heart’s reaction — when she said, “Hello.” It was like Samantha’s heart did a somersault. He was so flustered he couldn’t speak. Anne just looked into his eyes knowingly and, putting a hand on his arm, said, “Let’s sit down.” They talked and one hour stretched into two. Outside the coffee shop, when they were about to say goodbye, Anne said, “I know this may

not seem right to you, but I have a favour to ask. “I’d like to give you a hug and put my ear to your chest, so I can hear my baby’s heart beat one more time.” Her eyes had a look of pleading. George glanced at Winnie, who silently nodded. Anne’s voice choked with tears as she pressed her ear to George’s chest. “Oh, Sammie, Sammie! How I miss you.” Soon, all three of them were hugging and sobbing together. As they drove into their driveway, the lights glowed softly and the manger display once again told the story of the first Christmas. George gave Winnie a kiss on her cheek. “Samantha and I need some eggnog.”

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ClassiÀeds

INDEX

kamloopsthisweek.com Announcements ...............001-099 Employment ....................100-165 Service Guide ..................170-399 Pets/Farm ......................450-499 For Sale/Wanted..............500-599 Real Estate .....................600-699 Rentals ..........................700-799 Automotive .....................800-915 Legal Notices ................920-1000

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Deadlines 2 pm Friday for Tuesday 2 pm Tuesday for Thursday 2 pm Wednesday for Friday PAYMENT - All ads must be prepaid. No refunds on classified ads.

phone: 250-371-4949 fax: 250-374-1033 email: classiÀeds@kamloopsthisweek.com

*Run Until Sold

*Run Until Rented

1 Issue ..................$13.00 1 Week ..................$30.00 1 Month ................$96.00

Household items, vehicles, trailers, RV’s, boats, ATV’s, furniture, etc.

Houses, condos, duplexes, suites, etc. (3 months max.)

Tax not included. No refunds on classified ads.

Special: Add an extra line to your ad for $10

Regular Classified Rates

Based on 3 lines

*$35.00 + Tax

Employment (based on 3 lines)

1 Issue...................................$16.38 1 Week ..................................$39.60 1 Month ............................. $129.60

(No businesses, 3 lines or less)

(No businesses, 3 lines or less) *Some restrictions apply.

*Ads scheduled for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule. No refunds on classified ads.

*$53.00 + Tax *Some restrictions apply. *Ads scheduled

Tax not included. No refunds on classified ads.

for one month at a time. Customer must call to reschedule No refunds on classified ads.

Garage Sale

Special: Add an extra line to your ad for $10

$11.5+tax per issue 3 lines or less

Announcements

Employment

Anniversaries

Happy Thoughts

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Education/Trade Schools

Farm Workers

Help Wanted

7364828

HOLIDAY SEASON DEADLINE CHANGES Kamloops This Week will be closed on the following dates: • Friday, Dec 25th • Monday, Dec 28th • Friday, Jan 1st

Information

Please note the following Classiﬁed Deadline Changes: Paper: Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 29 Dec 31 Jan 1 Jan 5

CLASS 1 DRIVER

with air brakes and minimum 5 years’ lowbedding experience.

Deadline: 10am - Dec 21 10am - Dec 22 2pm - Dec 22 10am - Dec 23 2pm - Dec 23 10am - Dec 31

Happy Holidays from all of us at Kamloops This Week. Advertisements should be read on the first publication day. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertising shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement.

Trucking company in Kamloops, BC is taking applications for the following position:

PERFECT Part-Time Opportunity

3 Days Per Week call 250-374-0462

Please send resumes via fax: 250-372-2976, or email: reception@hytracker.com No phone calls. Applicants that are considered will be contacted.

Career Opportunities 7311897

2pm Friday for Tuesday’s Paper.

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2pm Tuesday for Thursday’s Paper.

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2pm Wednesday for Friday’s Paper.

Advertisements should be read on the first publication day. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertising shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement.

TRY A CLASSIFIED AD

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HUNTER & FIREARMS

Courses. Next C.O.R.E. Jan. 9th & 10th, Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L. Jan. 3rd, Sunday. Challenges, Testing ongoing daily. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:

Bill

250-376-7970

PAL (Firearms) & CORE (Hunter Ed.) Courses every week, plus Challenges. We have Gift Certicates. Phone George or Dianne 778-470-3030 www.PAL-CORE-ED.com

Classiﬁeds, Give us a call! classiﬁeds@kamloopsthisweek.com

Career Opportunities

Truck Driver Training

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

CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE

Word Classiﬁed Deadlines •

US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

January 8-10 • January 22-24 Personals Looking For Love? Try your luck with 1x1 boxed ad $35 plus tax for 2 weeks. Price includes box number. Call 250-371-4949 to place your ad and for more details.

Lost & Found Lost: iPhone 4s in Cora Restaurant parking lot on Dec.18th. 250-579-9693.

Employment

Air Brakes

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking SUTCO seeks US qualified drivers for Super B flat deck division. We offer e logs, benefits, matched contribution pension plan, late model equipment and more. Apply; on line at sutco.ca, email careers@sutco.ca or fax (778)754-4025

EARN EXTRA $$$

KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city. Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462 I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

Help Wanted

Advertising Sales Representative Merritt Herald The Merritt Herald, an award winning twice-weekly newspaper, published in the Nicola Valley, is seeking a full time advertising consultant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing. If you are a highly creative individual, with an ability to multi-task in a fastpaced team environment and have good interpersonal and sales skills, a valid drivers licence and reliable vehicle - we would like to meet you. While experience is an asset, it is not a prerequisite.

MERRITT HERALD call 250.828.5104 or visit

tru.ca/trades

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

Help Wanted

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Business Opportunities ~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

2 Painters needed with min 5 yrs exp. Commercial and Residential Salary $22per hour Call (250) 318-3146 or email protouch@shaw.ca

To apply, please forward your resume with a cover letter to: Theresa Arnold, Publisher Merritt Herald 2090 Granite Ave., P.O. Box 9 Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 e-mail: publisher@merrittherald.com

TRAINING TRUCK DRIVERS FOR 27 YEARS!

16 Hour Course 20 Hour Course

Help Wanted

FARM LABOURERS

Horsting’s Farm in Cache Creek, BC requires Farm Labourers 5 to 6 days/week, 40 to 50 hours/week at $10.49 per hour. Farm work includes: planting, weeding, irrigating, harvesting and preparing crops for market. Employment starts on April 15, 2016. Submit application to: fax 604-792-7766, by mail to: 2540 Hwy 97, PO Box 716, Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0 or email: littlemountain greenhouses@shaw.ca

RunRented ‘til

“Read All About It”

Plus Tax

Special:

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MEDIA & VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

(Exempt) Reporting to the General Manager, Municipal Support Services - RCMP, and under the daily direction of the RCMP Administrative Support NCO, the incumbent is responsible for daily media relations within the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP Detachment. This position is also responsible for maintaining the local Crime Stoppers program and coordinating the Auxiliary Constable Program. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is January 8, 2016. Please quote competition # 115-COV-15.

Max 3 Lines Max 12 Weeks Must be pre-paid (no refunds)

Scheduled for 4 weeks at a time (Must phone to reschedule)

Private parties only - no businesses

Some Restrictions Apply

Kamloops This Week Run Till Rented

gives you endless possibilities...

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Employment

Merchandise for Sale

Help Wanted

Sales

$200 & Under

Jewels, Furs

EI CLAIM denied? Need help? 22yrs exp as EI officer. Will prepare, present, reconsiderations & appeals. Call me before requesting reconsideration. Bernie Hughes 1-877581-1122.

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 driverâ€™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.

Brand new snowboard jacket Firefly brand mens size small. $125. 250-828-1983.

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

HAS THE FOLLOWING DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERY ROUTES COMING AVAILABLE ABERDEEN / MT DUFFERIN

DOWNTOWN / LOWER SAHALI

Rte 508 - 700-810 Hugh Allan Dr. 39 Papers Rte 527 - Hunter Pl. Hunleigh Cres. 28 Papers Rte 562 - Englemann Crt, 1802-1890 Lodgepole Dr. 66 papers. Rte 583 - Butte Pl., Chinook Pl, 1423-1670 Mt Duffern Dr. 42 papers. Rte 584 - 1752-1855 Hillside Dr. 31 Papers Rte 587 - Sunshine Crt + Pl. 55 Papers Rte 589 - 1200-1385 Copper Head Dr. 56 Papers Rte 590 - Saskatoon Pl, 1397 Copperhead Dr. 28 Papers

BROCK / NORTH SHORE

Rte 24 - Dale Pl, Lisa Pl, 806-999 Windbreak St. 56 Papers Rte 26 - Erona Pl, Ponlen St, 1955-1998 Parkcrest Ave. 59 Papers Rte 108 - 1010 11th St, 831-1017 12th St, 821-1161 Selkrik Ave. 72 Papers Rte 121 - Dot St, 501-556 Mackenzie Ave, Maple St, Yew St. 88 Papers Rte 127 - Dee St, Knox St, 209-288 Royal Ave. 57 Papers Rte 129 - Don St, Mars Dr, Neptune Dr, Pluto Dr, Saturn Dr, 101 Tranquille Rd, Universal Way, Venus Dr. 85 Papers

DALLAS / BARNHARTVALE

Rte 716 - Foxwood Lane. 37 Papers Rte 720 - 1102-1392 Clearview Dr. 36 Papers Rte 748 - Crawford Crt + Pl, 387-495 Todd Rd. 40 Papers Rte 750 - 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. 31 papers. Rte 751 - 5310 Barnhartvale Dr, Bogetti Pl, Viking Dr, Wade Pl, 5485-5497 East Trans Can Hwy, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr - 62 papers Rte 752 - 5600 - 5998 Dallas Dr, Harper Pl, Haper Rd. 65 papers. Rte 785 - 8700-8888 Badger Dr, Badger Pl, Coyote Dr, Fox Pl. 89 Papers

Rte 311 - 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107237 Battle St, 167-173 Saint Paul St. 27 papers. Rte 325 - 764-825 9th Ave, 805-979 Columbia St (odd), 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. 63 papers Rte 329 - 880-1101 6th Ave, 925-1045 7th Ave, 967-1020 8th Ave, 605-797 Pleasant St. 44 papers Rte 330 - 1062-1125 7th Ave, 1066-1140 8th Ave, 601-783 Douglas St. 50 papers Rte 335 - 1175-1460 6th Ave, 1165-1185 7th Ave, Cowan St, 550-792 Munro St. 74 papers. Rte 373 - Clarke St, 24-60 West Columnbia St. 20 papers. Rte 381 - 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605800 Lombard St. 48 papers. Rte 404 - Chapperon Dr, Pyramid Crt, 111-439 Greenstone Dr. 71 papers. Rte 405 - Anvil Cres, Bestwick Crt & Dr, Mahood Pl, Morrisey Pl. 90 papers. Rte 406 - 108-492 McGill Rd. (houses) 64 papers Rte 408 - Monashee Crt & Pl. 44 papers.

RAYLEIGH

Rte 833 - 4102-4194 Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. 42 papers.

VALLEYVIEW / JUNIPER

Rte 603 - Chickadee Rd., Storm Rd, Comazzetto Rd, 1625-1764 ValleyView Dr. 42 papers. Rte 608 - Curlew Pl. & Rd, 1925-1980 Glenwood Dr. 80 papers. Rte 618 - Big Nickel Pl, Chapman Pl, Marsh Rd, Paul Rd, Peter Rd, 2440-2605 Thompson Dr. 51 Papers

F/T Administrative Assistant/ Receptionist Needed. Busy local rental mgmt company requires f/t administrative assistant immediately. 9-5pm, MonFri, and 11-4pm on the 1st & last Saturday of the month. Wage to be negotiated. Must possess strong administrative, problem solving & people skills, great attention to detail, bookkeeping experience required, experience in real estate/ property mgmt is a plus, ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment. Must have a vehicle. Please send resume to: adminkamloops@shaw.ca. No phone calls please.

is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries. Vehicle is required. For more information please call the Circulation Department at

250-374-0462

Opening for a South Kamloops 34 suite apt. on-site Building Manager. Position available starting Feb. 1st. Duties include: Collections, reports, maintenance, notices etc. Prefer mature couple or person with experience. Email: bzbaz63@yahoo.ca

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

Businesses & Mind Body Spirit

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

Financial Services

Landscaping

Services Stucco/Siding

YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Only $150/month

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

1-877-776-1660 Apply at moneyprovider.com

Fitness/Exercise WE will pay you to exercise!

Rancho Los Andes, hiring 1 full-time Farm Labourer. Duties included: Harvesting, irrigation maintenance and install pipes, cultivation, planting, cleaning storage & assisting the owner. Wage $12.15/hr. Location: 6100 Sundown Road, Walhachin, BC, Canada. V0K 2J0. Phone: 604-3479372. Email or apply in person. aliagal@hotmail.com

CertiďŹ ed Dental Assistant Busy cosmetic dental practice is looking for experienced certified dental assistant for a maternity leave position, Monday to Thursday starting January 18, 2016. Please fax your resumes to 250-374-4622 or email to manager@artdentistry.com

Painting & Decorating B and C PAINTING 25 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. No job to small. 250-319-8246, 250-554-8783

Only 3 issues a week!

for a route near you!

Snowclearing

Handypersons RICKSâ€™S SMALL HAUL For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

250-377-3457

Until there's a cure, there's us.

Pets Animals sold as â€œpurebred stockâ€? must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

PETS For Sale? TRI-CITY SPECIAL! for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm. (250)371-4949

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com *some restrictions apply.

Merchandise for Sale

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

Appliances Inglis Washer and Admiral Dryer. Excellent condition. $400. 250-554-1219.

Run â€˜till RENTED

* Some conditions may apply

Trades, Technical

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 74 (GOLD TRAIL)

CLASSIFIEDS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Operations Foreman (Ashcroft)

The Gold Trail School District invites applications for the above noted position. The successful applicant will possess: * Some conditions may apply

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

r %urrent inter provincial trades certiĆ‚cate in the *8#% Ć‚eld. Please refer to the District website, www.sd74.bc.ca for details. Application deadline is 08 January 2016. SubOit applications with an up to date resume and references to: Diana Hillocks, Human Resources Assistant PO Box 250, Ashcroft, B.C. V0K 1A0 Email: sd74jobs@sd74.bc.ca

Misc. for Sale 4 Goodyear winter tires. 235/55/R17, used 1 season $400. 250-377-3002. Beautiful 9X12 Persian wool area rug, cream/teal colour. $750. 778-471-1816.

*some restrictions apply

Computer Equipment WANTED! Newer MacBook Pro or MacBook Air 250-3711333

Inspire. Perspire. Participate in an event to help the 4 million Canadians living with arthritis.

Pets & Livestock

Optometristâ€™s office requires full-time experienced optician, Email resume to: opticianposition@shaw.ca

Deliver Kamloops This Week

call 250-374-0462

Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /OfďŹ ce 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

Medical/Dental

Call 250-371-4949

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com

$500 loans and more No credit checks

Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information.

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

$500 & Under

1.800.321.1433 www.jointsinmotion.ca

Firewood/Fuel ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250)377-3457.

Kitchenaid Stainless Steel Fridge 33inches wide gd cond 6yr old $700 (250) 573-5646 MISC4Sale: Camperette $300, Oak Table Chairs-$400, 2-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg.

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

PELLETS Pinnacle Firâ€Śâ€Ś..$260 a ton Pinnacle SPFâ€Śâ€Ś$210 a ton Quality Pinnacle Pellets from Armstrong, taxes included in price. 250-578-8733 or 250-319-7564 B&B Alternative Heating

Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477

Furniture

* Some conditions may apply

Run â€˜till SOLD

Reclining loveseat 67â€? long. Clean. Good condition. Taupe. $250. 778-470-2050 Solid Wood Corner display unit curved glass sides $400 250-372-5062

Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20â€™40â€™45â€™53â€™ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40â€™ containers as low as $2,200DMG. Huge freezers. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

250-374-7467 Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Estates Jewelry+ Chad: 1-778-281-0030 Local.

Sporting Goods Cardio Style Trainer Exercise bike only used 6 months $325 250-372-2862 Multi-spd Raleigh Mtn Bike. $150. Elliptical Trainer. $650. 778-471-1816.

Wanted:Will pay cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, (farm tractors w/loaders)1985 or newer. Skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

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

Livestock

Tools

SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMERâ€™S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110

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Transportation

Townhouses

Commercial Vehicles

Sport Utility Vehicle

TOWNHOUSES

Contractors Tundra HD Econo Custom. Hwy, hauler $35,000 Concrete work as possible part of the payment. 250-377-8436.

Real Estate

Rentals

Apt/Condos for Sale

Houses For Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Bed & Breakfast

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

For Sale By Owner

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

$55.00 Special!

Mobile Homes & Parks

Call or email for more info:

250-374-7467 classiďŹ eds@

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Houses For Sale

1bdrm & bachelor suites starting @$615/mth. Located downtown with great views, close to hospital, pharmacy, shopping & transit. 1 yr FREE Telus Essential TV pkg with signing 1 year lease. N/P, N/S. reference, credit check & security deposit required.

Kokanee Court

250-374-7455

Available spacious 1bdrm apts. Starting at $850/mo. The Sands Apartment. Centrally located. On-site Management. 250-828-1711.

Bi-weekly payment from

488

Large 1bdrm apt in Logan Lake n/p, $600 hot water/hydro/tv incl Minimum 6 month lease (250) 523-6933

Land and Home Ownership

NO PAD RENT 7510 Dallas Drive, Kamloops, BC

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

250-573-2278

eaglehomes.ca/listings

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

NORTH SHORE

1BDRM a/c, patio, n/p ref required heat and hot water incl (250) 376-1485.

Furniture

Ph: 250-372-5550

Acacia Tower

Best pricing for New Homes in Kamloops

6 Appliances 1 Small Pet with Approval No Age Restrictions Non-Smoking Building View Our Furnished & Unfurnished Suites

rentals@totalconceptdev.com WWW.TOTALCONCEPTDEV.COM

2 Titles Lrg view lot & 2bdrm hse (view) side by side. Westend. $350,000/obo. Will sell property separately. 374-1417.

BY OWNER

RENTAL SUITES AVAILABLE!

1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet buildings. Reasonable Rental Rates Utilities not included

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

CALL 250-682-0312

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BC Best Buy Classifiedâ€™s Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC. Call 250-371-4949 for more information

Best Value In Town

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

318-4321

Motorcycles 2014 Motorino XPH Electric Scooter bike. 850kms. No scrapes. $1500 250-574-9846

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

Commercial/ Industrial

lilacgardens1@gmail.com NO PETS

OfďŹ ce Space for lease. Free parking. Fantastic view. South Sahali. 250-372-7212

Recreational/Sale

Transportation

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

Duplex / 4 Plex

Antiques / Classics

3bdrms, full bsmnt. F/S, Close to all amenities. Carport. N/S, N/P. $1,400. 250-376-0113.

1967 Ford Falcon Futura St.6 Auto 2dr all original runs good, $5,500 obo (250) 376-5722

N/Shore 3bdrms, F/S, W/D, DW. N/P. $1350/mo. plus Utilities. 250-376-5933.

Auto Accessories/Parts

Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm MH, N/Shore. Quiet, storage shed. W/D. N/S, N/P. $950 +util. 250-376-1421.

Homes for Rent Brock 3bdrm 1bth n/p sm pet neg $1700/month + util ref req (778) 257-0544

Recreation âœ°SHUSWAP LAKE!âœ°

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

Shared Accommodation Basement suite senior male util, internet/cable w/d, a/c, incl in quiet clean owner occupied home $450 n/s, n/p 376-7484/ 250-320-7707 Avail Dec 1st 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 Near TRU Room $325-per month util included. No Pets. 250-554-6877, 250-377-1020. North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020 Roommate to share townhouse Aberdeen n/s, n/p $600 student $500 (250) 320-1526

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

Cars - Domestic 1972 AMC Javelin SST. Second owner. Exec mech cond. $3,000/obo. 250-372-2096. 1997 Honda Prelude V-Tec, fully loaded. Clean inside & out. $5,500. 250-578-2080. 2002 Malibu Sedan. 4dr, auto, V-6. 235,125kms. Loaded. $2900/obo. 250-554-1023.

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

2004 Toyota Sienna XLE limited edition. Exec cond. 7 pass, all leather, auto doors, sunroof, brand new all seasons 2nd set of rims. 247,000kms. $5500. 250377-1296.

2008 Denali Crew Cab AWD. Sunroof, DVD, NAV. Fully loaded. 22â€? chrome wheels, leather. 141,000kms. $26,800. 250319-8784.

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Very clean, one owner AWD SUV, 2 sets of tires on rims, new battery, manual transmission, 267000 kms, Asking $4250 Call (250)573-5860 2003 Malibu V-6, 142,000kms. Grey, 4 winters on rims. 1owner. $3400. 250-376-1697.

2bdrm daylight suite, Sahali. $900/mo. incld util. N/S, N/P. Near bus stop. 250-318-4756.

Welcoming Cumfy 1bedroom. Close to University, Hospital. Student or quiet person. Excellent Location. $495or$725 ns/np. Call (250) 299-6477

2004 Dodge Dakota 4x4, quadcab, canopy, 4.7V-8. $10,500/obo. 250-679-3889.

2002 Subaru Forester

2010 Toyota Yaris hatchback. 112,000kms, fully loaded. $7200. 250-318-9558.

Sahali, 2bdrms,covered parking. N/S. $850 inclds util. Avail now. 250-374-6834.

Trucks & Vans â€˜07 Ford Sport Track 4X4, 4dr, mint cond. 90000km every conceivable option. $18000. 778-257-6079

9FT Okanagan Camper. F/S, bathroom. Good shape. $1,500/obo. 250-376-1841.

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2bdrm 4 quiet working person or couple, c/a, nice yard, no pets, shr util, ref $900 Avail Dec. 1st (250) 376-0633

Nice large 1bdrm suite shr w/d util incl, n/s, n/p North Shore $850 (250) 376-5628

2010 Mountaineer 305RLT $28,000. 34.4ft. One Owner, full load. Triple hydraulic slides, elec. stabilizers, awning. 2006 Silverado Diesel 151,000kms. $25,000. Package $50,000. 250-679-2518, cell 250-3183144.

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1bdrm + den level entry w/view f/p and a/c cls to TRU n/p, n/s avail now $850 heat and elec incl (250) 377-3622

Large 2bdrm, full bathroom. Shrd lndry. Near SKSS. $1100/mo. Bob 250-682-2252.

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

2008 Fleetwood Mallard. 23ft. like new, fully loaded. $15,000. 250-554-1035.

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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.

3BDRM/1 bath parking laundry near shopping/bus Feb 1st $1250 inclds util 778-220-8118

2005 Sprinter 25â€™ w/slide 1995 F250 Ford diesel w/low mileage both in exc cond. asking $20,000 obo for both (250) 314-6661

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1bdrm daylight suite fully furnished incl all util w/d, n/s, n/p and garage prk $875 250-5795763 /778-220-0440 avail now

2BDRM large N/S N/P Close to schools Working person prefâ€™d $950 incl util 819-3368

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

2008 Ford Escape XLT. Urgent Sale. $8,800. 250376-3741.

New Price $56.00+tax

Suites, Lower

1BDRM+den Aberdeen, N/P N/S, $850/mo util included 250-819-3404 Avail immed.

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2011 Nissan Juke SL, AWD. Sunroof, winters, heated seats. $13,800. 250319-8240. 2013 Nissan Leaf SL, electric, black/tan. 12,000kms under warranty $27,500 250-3778436 Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $6900.00 obo 250-554-0580

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2007 Sea Doo Speed Boat, 4 Seater.$15,000obo Call 250320-5194 (after 6pm)or lv msg Erickson aluminum custom boat,new, 12â€™ one piece construction $3000. 778-257-6079

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