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Meghan Agosta of Team Canada beats Swedish goaltender Sara Grahn in the final tune-up exhibition game Saturday at Sandman Centre before the Women’s World Hockey Championship began yesterday in Kamloops. Canada scored often in a 9-0 victory. The eight-team tournament proper began yesterday with four games on McArthur Island and at Sandman Centre. Details and results from last night’s feature contest between Canada and the U.S. can be found online at kamloopsthisweek.com. The tournament continues today with four more games, including Canada vs. Russia at Sandman Centre at 7:30 p.m. For much more on the world championship, turn to Sports beginning on page A12 and pick up a copy of KTW’s special daily publication on the tournament, available at multiple locations downtown.

Minimum wage to get a boost

B.C.’s minimum wage will get an extra bump in September because of improved economic growth, according to Jobs Minister Shirley Bond. Bond said the new rate will be announced this spring and it will go beyond the current annual increase based on the federal Consumer Price Index (CPI).

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“The scheduled increase, based on this year’s B.C. CPI, does not reflect the economic circumstances of the province,” Bond said. The formula added 20 cents to the hourly minimum wage last September, bringing it to $10.45 an hour. The rate for restaurant and pub servers, discounted due to

tip income, went up from $9 to $9.20. The B.C. Federation of Labour, which led a “10 bucks sucks” campaign to promote an increase that took effect in 2010, is now calling for a $15 minimum wage. Using the CPI formula, it might take until 2034 for to reach $15, according to the federation.

Liberal Steve Powrie not only competed strongly in October’s federal election, he did it on a modest budget compared to winning incumbent Cathy McLeod and the second-place New Democrat. All candidates in the October election have now filed paperwork with Elections Canada. The most recent statement shows the Grit spent a quarter of McLeod’s and New Democrat Bill Sundhu’s individual totals. Powrie, an elementary school teacher and instructor at Thompson Rivers University, spent $38,000 on his campaign. While he placed third, Powrie (21,213 votes) came within 250 votes of the NDP’s Sundhu (21,466) and ran in second place for much of the evening before the final tally. It was the best total by a Liberal in Kamloops in two decades. STEVE POWRIE McLeod (24,595 votes) spent $171,000 in the run-up to the October election, one of the longest in Canadian history. Second in campaign expenditures was Sundhu, who spent $159,000. Green Matt Greenwood spent just $1,700. Under legislation brought in by the former Conservative government, campaign finance rules favour individual donors who give small amounts. Large donations from corporations and unions are not allowed. The bulk of campaign spending for all candidates was dedicated to advertising. Despite historically high totals by the frontrunners, candidates spent far below the $271,000 cap.

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KTW FILE PHOTO Glendene Grant (left) and daughter Crystal with a photo of Jessie Foster on the five-year anniversary of Jessie’s disappearance. Today will be 10 years since Jessie vanished in Las Vegas and the Kamloops family refuses to relinquish its search for the girl they call “Jessie Bessie.” Below, various stories about her case.

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At first, Glendene Grant was reluctant to do anything to mark the 10-year anniversary of her daughter Jessie’s disappearance. It was partly the word itself — anniversary. “Anniversaries to me are a happy thing and, to me, this is far from a happy thing,” Grant said. But when her oldest daughter Crystal suggested they name a star for the missing sister and daughter, the permanence of the idea appealed to Grant. “It was forever,” she said. “Jessie could come home tomorrow and have a star named after her or she never gets found and we have our own star.” Tonight at 6 p.m., Grant and her family will hold a star-naming ceremony and candlelight vigil at the Rotary Bandshell in Riverside Park to share stories and study the night sky where a star now bears the name Missing Jessie Foster. Jessie, then 21, was last seen on March 29, 2006. She’d been living in Las Vegas for 10 months at the time with a boyfriend who Grant believes lured her to the city to eventually force her into prostitution.

Though police have suggested over the years her daughter may have been killed by a client — most recently last summer when Jessie’s disappearance was linked to the murder of three other women by Neal Falls, who was himself killed by an escort he was attempting to strangle in West Virginia. But Grant maintains her daughter was likely taken from her home, as her clothing and suitcase were missing, but not her makeup or hair dryer. “I know my kid better than anyone. She did everyone’s hair and she did everyone’s makeup and she did her own makeup so well that it looked professional,” Grant said.

“You’re not going to tell me at 21 years old she’s going to leave those things behind.” The Falls connection appears not to have panned out. In a recent interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, North Las Vegas Police Officer Aaron Patty told the paper “that angle is not the focus of our investigation.” In the decade since Jessie went missing, Grant has become a speaker and activist on human-trafficking issues, founding the group Mothers Against Human Trafficking and appearing in national and international media. She said she hopes that work helps other women recognize warning signs before they end up in similar situations. “They can make a choice that Jessie didn’t have,” she said. Grant still believes Jessie is alive. “I would never think that Jessie is dead or believe she is dead unless my heart told me that because I always think, what if she comes home and I have to tell her that I thought she was dead, tell her I stopped looking for her because I didn’t think I would ever find her,” Grant said. “Those are things you can never say to a child.”

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gates at Pat Road in Dallas. “A witness reported the vehicle had stopped at the crossing and then, when the train approached, the vehicle drove around the crossing gates and stopped on the tracks before the train arrived,” said Kamloops RCMP Staff Sgt. Edward Preto. The vehicle was hit by the westbound

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Easter Sunday meant thousands of eggs to be discovered by kids of all ages at the B.C. Wildlife Park. While the chocolate treats were scooped up by enterprising children, the big day also featured visits by the Easter Bunny and Uncle Chris the Clown. The park in east Kamloops is entering the busy season and the weather forecast this week — sunshine through the weekend, with the mercury possibly hitting 24 C by Saturday — should make visits to see the assortment of animals all the more popular.

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A strong response so far on a MP mailer from Cathy McLeod aimed at raising awareness and gauging opinion on electoral change shows there is a need by government to move cautiously. The Conservative MP for Kamloops send out a pamphlet in the mail earlier this month on the Liberal government’s proposals to change the way politicians are elected. She also asked through a survey whether local residents believe a referendum is needed. “They’re still coming in in big stacks,” she said of return of the surveys. “In terms of my mailers, it’s [return] substantial.” Prior to the October election, the Trudeau Liberals promised to make it

the last election through today’s firstpast-the-post method. Conservative members in the House of Commons have demanded a referendum. Speculation is the Liberal government will favour a preferred ballot system whereby voters mark candidate preferences in order. The winner would be the first candidate reaching a simple majority. While the system is an answer to so-called strategic voting and “wasted votes,” critics say the Liberals are choosing a system in which they will be the most frequent second choice on ballots — giving the party a longlasting strategic edge. “My point is democratic change is huge,” McLeod said. “It’s a significant change and the precedent in Canada and a lot of countries is it’s gone to a referendum of the people.” McLeod said she will tally responses in a few weeks.

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suffered injuries, the severity of which are not known. He said the incident is still under investigation, with police still trying to determine the cause.

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A development company is awaiting approval of a master plan for what it says will be the first completely new destination ski resort in B.C. in decades. The project at Valemount, located more than three hours north of Kamloops, envisions year-round glacier skiing and a focus on international sightseeing, and boasts of what would become the largest vertical drop in North America. Tom Oberti, lead planner for the project and vice-president with Pheidias Project Management, said partners are confident of approval of the master plan by the province, followed by a contractual agreement. It plans construction to start this summer, with the first phase of skiing at Mount Pierre Elliott Trudeau and the Twilight Glacier as early as December 2017. Eventual gondola access would link to Mt. Arthur Meighen in a highend European-style ski experience. Vancouver-based Pheidias has project involvement that includes high-rise development and retail spaces at Kicking Horse Resort. Before it can begin, however, the project requires environmental approvals. Those approvals have stopped a number of bareland projects in B.C., but Oberti said Valemount Glacier Resort will have a small village of only 2,000 beds — placing it under the threshold for review by the Environmental Assessment Office. Instead, it will go through a more focused review under the mountain-resorts branch of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural

Resource Development. “The ski area is huge; the mountain is huge. The actual real-estate development is small at 2,000 beds,” Oberti said. That accommodation number is about one-quarter of that found at Sun Peaks. Some of the same principals of Valemount Glacier were involved in the controversial Jumbo Glacier project in the Kootenays that has stalled, perhaps forever. Unlike that project, Valemount Glacier has enthusiastic support from the Village of Valemount and has signed an agreement in principle with the Simpc First Nation. It represents an $80 to $100 million investment in infrastructure, Oberti estimated. “It’s primarily a destination,” he said of the concept. “There’s nothing like it in North America.” Sun Peaks Mayor Al Raine, who tried to develop his own resort near Lillooet in the 1990s, said he is not familiar with the Valemount project, but predicted any resort without a significant population nearby will struggle. “Kamloops is a major contributor to Sun Peaks . . . Without Kamloops, you couldn’t have a destination ski resort,” he said. Raine said rule of thumb in the industry is a minimum of 200,000 skier visits per season is needed to break even, something that requires a home population to reach for the first five to 10 years of operation. Oberti predicted Valemount will draw skiers from the Central Interior, including Prince George. He noted the Edmonton market already brings 125,000 snowmobile overnight visitors each year to Valemount.

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he decision by the RCMP to limit the duties of auxiliary constables will have a ripple effect in communities. Under the new guidelines, according to a January memo from RCMP Deputy Commissioner Janice Armstrong and circulated to the 1,600 auxiliaries who serve across the country, changes are coming that include putting an end to ride-alongs and firearms familiarization training. Auxiliaries will also no longer be able to do traffic duty or crowd control, among other restrictions. The decision, spurred in part by tragic events in Ottawa and Alberta last year, reinforces the RCMP’s commitment to maintaining the safety of volunteers in community policing programs, which is admirable. The changes are undoubtedly the most significant since the RCMP decided in 1998 auxiliaries would no longer carry firearms. While it may not reduce the RCMP’s visibility, especially with regard to traffic and crowd control, it could increase the cost of policing for public events. Policing of local events generally includes a large contingent of auxiliary officers. The costs will rise exponentially if those duties are performed by regular members. Only about one in three applicants get appointed as auxiliary constables under the Provincial Police Act. The commitment is steep, involving about 180 hours of training, and successful candidates are responsible for a minimum of 160 hours of service a year. Candidates are a blend of men and women who see the experience as an asset to pursuing a career in policing, and those who want to serve the communities they live in. They are well-versed in the risks the work entails and volunteer mainly for the rewards involved in serving the community. The fear is that the changes will discourage people from signing on, especially in B.C., which has the largest number of auxiliaries in the country. The changes, although arguably right-minded, may mark the beginning of the end of the program’s long-term future.

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Budget doesn’t self-balance

he first Justin Trudeau budget continues the new Liberal government’s epic string of broken

promises. Expanding the Canada Pension Plan went by the wayside to start the year, as jacking up payroll taxes wasn’t seen as a good way to respond to rising unemployment. Then there was the national carbon price, which dissolved into a vague commitment to keep working at it with the disagreeing provinces. Now there is the torrent of red ink that washes away the solemn promise that deficits would be no more than $10 billion a year for no more than three years. According to rookie Finance Minister Bill Morneau’s new guesses, deficits will be $29.4 billion this year, $29 billion next year, $22 billion in 2018 and a mere $17.7 billion in 2019 as the governing party campaigns for re-election. The budget even projects another deficit for the year after, apparently assuming all this borrowing and spending will deliver another majority government. The campaign promise was built around the claim infrastructure spending was needed because the country had slid into deficit and recession. Turns out there was no recession, except in oil-dependent Alberta and Newfoundland, and no deficit until the Liberals opened the spending taps. And what about the promise to cut the federal small business tax to nine per cent from 11?

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VICTORIA Priming the engine of job creation and all that? Gone. Not even the infrastructure promise is kept. Most of the spending is for ongoing programs, including equalization, even though B.C. appears to be the only “have” province left at the moment. On budget day, the B.C. government sent out Communities Minister Peter Fassbender with strict instructions to bite his tongue about this busted fire hydrant of borrowed money. Fassbender announced he and Premier Christy Clark are “delighted” at the infrastructure spending, of which the only identifiable new project for B.C. is a sewer system in North Vancouver. Massey Tunnel replacement? Nope. Transit lines in Vancouver and Surrey? We’re continuing preliminary engineering work. Widening the Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 16 to Alberta? Maybe these will be promises for the next federal election. Fassbender tap-danced when asked why the only province with a balanced budget should be

pleased about a federal pledge to increase the national debt by about a quarter. He kept circling back to his key talking point that Ottawa didn’t sabotage B.C.’s liquefied naturalgas plans by taking away capitalcost allowances for this industrial investment. Instead, Ottawa is jeopardizing the biggest LNG project by dithering over environmental impacts that have already been studied for three years. The biggest Trudeau promise of all is to rescue the middle class from the awful stagnation inflicted by the Harper years. The title of Morneau’s debut budget is Growing the Middle Class. A quick fact check takes me to Statistics Canada’s most recent table of median family income by province. After the 2009 economic crisis (triggered by reckless debt, among other things), B.C.’s median income for all family types was $66,970 in 2010, $69,150 in 2011, $71,660 in 2012 and $74,150 in 2013. That’s about the same increase as the national rate — not spectacular, but pretty good considering low inflation. Better than most of the world, in fact. Again, the federal government is borrowing gobs of money to throw at a problem that may not even exist. At this point, I’ve all but given up on the Trudeau government displaying actual competence for anything other than going to parties and flinging rose petals at climate change. I’d settle for hearing them tell the truth about something. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR TISSUES MP SUDDENLY DEFENDS DEMOCRACY ARE THE ISSUE Editor: To the middle-aged woman riding her bike over the red bridge at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Match 24, who thought it was perfectly fine to chuck her dirty, crumpled tissues over the bridge with a triumphant, “Hiiiiiiii-yah!” It’s not. It’s gross. On behalf of all Pioneer Park users, let me ask what the heck you were doing? May the poop of 1,000 birds decorate your bicycle with karmic poetry. Sheesh. Erin Mitchell Kamloops

Editor: I was astonished to receive a flyer from MP Cathy McLeod demanding a referendum on election reform. We do not need an referendum on electoral reform as three of the four parties running promised a reform of the electoral system in their platform. One of those parties supporting reform won the October election. Furthermore, I do not remember receiving a flyer from McLeod

defending democracy when the Harper government: • was found in contempt of government, • publicly maligned the chief justice, • passed a law retroactively protecting the RCMP from criminal charges, • allowed the government to borrow billions without parliamentary oversight, • attempted to reduce the num-

bers of Canadians permitted to vote, • maligned veterans advocates, • ordered the surveillance of a First Nations advocate, and • compared environmentalists to terrorists. Frankly, considering McLeod’s previous silence, it’s a bit rich to send out flyers defending democracy at this point. Tuula Helin Kamloops

LAYING CLAIM TO CITY A ‘HUGE MISTAKE’ Editor: Re: (‘Ottawa launches court challenge of First Nations land claims on Ajax, Kamloops,’ March 17): The fix is in play. Aboriginals have a right to protect vacant, undeveloped land from plunder and environmental madness without having to make reference to cities and already developed land thrown in just to make it difficult. Any right-thinking person would forbid development of a mine on a toxic, heavy-metals-laced property that is upwind of a modern city and on top of a bluff, where a toxic mine-tailings pound would be placed — and with the nearly certain outcome of a toxic spill into a major

Jacko Lake is part of a massive title claim of the Skeetchestn and Tk’emlups Indian bands. CAM VILLENUEVE PHOTO

salmon river. This is sheer madness masquerading as business as usual. Ask the Mount Polly people. I wish to bring to your attention a possible disaster brewing here in Kamloops, one of monumental consequence to the health and well-being in

our city and surrounding area: the proposed coppergold mine overlooking a major salmon river, the Thompson. Local First Nations bands are attempting to battle it and, since the mine would be on native land, they have a right to do so. Since it is within their

tribal territory, they should lay claim to the land since they agree it would be a health disaster. Unfortunately, they have chosen to lay claim to it and all of Kamloops and Sun Peaks in the bargain, which is a huge mistake. James Fankhauser Kamloops

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“Well, here we go again! “Do the concrete poles have cathodic protection or did the engineers at the time think it was not required? The 80- to 100-year life span estimated has lasted less than 50 years. “They are being replaced with 20-year wooden poles. The reliable analog meter that lasts about 40 years is being replaced with a smart meter that might last 10 years and, during its life span, may catch fire, do health damage, damage the environment and spy on you. “Well, I suppose you might call this progress — not me!” — posted by Norm Hutton “Wooden poles in the middle of a sidewalk are easier on peoples heads as they bump into them.” — posted by Smartask—

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Expect delays on Highway 1 overpass Beginning today, drivers will experience delays on the Highway 1 overpass in Valleyview for five weeks. The work is being done to extend the life of the overpass and keep it in good operating condition.

When? When? Where? Where? Why? Why?

The project involves replacing the bridge joints on the overpass, as well as pouring new concrete, One lane in each direction will be closed for the duration of the work. Temporary Drive BC cameras have been installed to help drivers view conditions.

Tuesday, April 5,5, 2016, 7:00 pm Tuesday, April 2016, 7:00 pm Council Chambers, City Hall, 7 Victoria Street West Council Chambers, City Hall, 7 Victoria Street West

Kamloops City Council will hold a Public Hearing to to consider the following proposed Kamloops City Council will hold a Public Hearing consider the following proposed amendments toto City of of Kamloops Zoning Bylaw No. 5-1-2001 and KAMPLAN: amendments City Kamloops Zoning Bylaw No. 5-1-2001 and KAMPLAN:The The Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 5-1-2146. Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 5-1-2146.

Property Property Location: Location:

1529 Hugh Allan Drive 1529 Hugh Allan Drive Purpose: Purpose: ToTo add a new site-specific add a new site-specific Commercial and Commercial and Industrial Development Industrial Development Permit Area. Permit Area.

Property Property Location: Location:

2815 Tranquille Road 2815 Tranquille Road Purpose: Purpose: ToTo add a definition forfor add a definition animal shelter and to to animal shelter and rezone the subject rezone the subject property in in the I-1I-1 (Light property the (Light Industrial) zone onon a a Industrial) zone site-specific basis toto site-specific basis permit anan animal shelter. permit animal shelter.

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RM-1 (Multiple Family Low Density) on a site-specific basis to permit a multiple-family dwelling with a maximum density of 42 units per hectare (four units) and a minimum lot area of 945 m2. Questions?

Contact the Planning and Development Division at 250-828-3561 or access relevant background material at www.kamloops.ca/councilagenda. Copies of background materials are also available at City Hall for review between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday (excluding statutory holidays).

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BECKETT MURDER TRIAL

Accused said wife slipped quietly into lake TIM PETRUK

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A former New Zealand politician charged with first-degree murder in connection to the death of his wife became visibly agitated in a Kamloops courtroom on Thursday as a prosecutor repeatedly drilled him with questions about inconsistencies in his version of events. Peter Beckett’s cross-examination in B.C. Supreme Court began last week and is expected to continue today, following the four-day Easter long weekend break. Beckett, 59, is accused of killing his wife, Laura Letts-Beckett, who died in a lake near Revelstoke more than five years ago. Letts-Beckett drowned in Upper Arrow Lake on Aug. 18, 2010. Her death was initially believed to be accidental, but Beckett was charged one year later. The Crown has alleged LettsBeckett was killed out of greed, saying Beckett’s motive was financial. Prosecutor Sarah Firestone has told jurors Beckett stood to gain a significant amount of money in life-insurance and accidental-death benefits, as well as his wife’s schoolteacher’s pension. Court has heard Letts-Beckett drowned after falling off of a Zodiac boat she was on with her husband. At the time, Beckett said, he was fishing and she was reading. “I’m going to suggest to you that it was helpful for you to have her [Letts-Beckett] in a situation where she would drown if you didn’t save her if she went in the water,” Crown prosecutor Joel Gold said. “That is offensive and that is total nonsense and I am surprised your mind would even go there,” Beckett replied in a thick New Zealand accent.

“You know I’m the prosecutor in this case, right?” Gold shot back. “Do you know what the word ‘prosecute’ means, Mr. Gold?” Beckett replied. “It means, ‘To put before the court.’” Gold also pressed Beckett about what he heard after his wife went into the water. At various times, he described hearing Letts-Beckett screaming or nothing at all. “You heard her screaming?” Gold asked. “I heard nothing at all, Mr. Gold,” Beckett replied. “Drowning is a silent death. People think it’s panicking and screaming. It’s not. It’s a silent death, apparently. I’ve done a lot of research.” In court, Beckett said he believes his wife’s death could have been a suicide. He said she was depressed and dealing with the effects of a rape she suffered at the hands of a family friend when she was seven. “I felt Laura’s pain, I felt Laura’s anxiety,” he said. Beckett and Letts-Beckett met in 1995 in New Zealand. Five years later, he moved to Westlock, Alta., to be closer to her. The couple married in 2003. Previous witnesses have described their relationship as a rocky one. The Becketts split in late 2007 but reconciled months later. Letts-Beckett also went to police alleging physical abuse on the part of her husband, but no charges were laid. Beckett was formerly a city councillor in Napier, New Zealand. His trial, which began in midJanuary, had been expected to last three months. It’s not clear how many more witnesses defence lawyer Donna Turko intends to call, but she mentioned friends, family and experts in her opening statement to the jury.

Talk to the RCMP Kamloops Mounties are set to hold a pair of community forums next month seeking public feedback on policing. The meetings are slated to take place on April 19 at McArthur Island Lounge and April 21 at the Hal Rogers Centre, both running from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. “The purpose of the

public gathering will be to provide an overview for Kamloops detachment and to seek public feedback in establishing strategic priorities for policing services in the city of Kamloops over the next few years,” said Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Cheryl Bush. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.

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SUSAN DUNCAN IH communications

Before we start out on our training runs each week, we get a few running tips, along with some fun facts on how to live better lives. I don’t listen much to either because I am generally focused on how cold I am. That is one small problem with training sessions in March. It’s still chilly and we often gather outdoors. On Sunday, top coach Jo Berry decided it would be fun to welcome in the first day of spring by asking runners to wear Hawaiian floral shirts. Jo likes theme days. I dressed all in black. I’m never fun. But one poor guy not only wore a short sleeve shirt, he also wore shorts. The temperature was -2 C. I understand his reasoning, though. It’s so easy to overdress at the start of the run. About five minutes in, you’re sweating and you have to start peeling off layers and tying them around your waist. I’m kind of like the princess and the pea. Small things bug me. I rarely carry water because the hydration packs rub under my arms and the ones around my middle bump up and down. This presents a problem since hydration is key, but here’s a plus for group running. You see new things. A woman in my group had a little contraption strapped to her wrist for a water bottle. Perfect for a princess. So now I’ve offered you two tips for your training: don’t overdress (but don’t be crazy, either) and find the hydration pack that’s right for you. You’re welcome.

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I think there are few things better than the support of others in trying new things. That’s what got me excited about trying RUNClub. My friend and colleague Cheryl Blackwell told me how much support there was from Jo and others and it’s been true. Work and health have prevented me from getting out to an actual session yet, but Jo and coach Laurel have kept me pumped and wanting to carry on. There are so many of us who don’t realize just how far we’ve let our health slip until we try something like this. I am thankful for this opportunity to pick up some of the lost ground and recover some of that lost health. I am not making as much progress as I had hoped, only because my health had deteriorated far more than I could have imagined. But thanks to the online encouragement from Jo and Laurel, I think I can make some progress, even if it is only a few steps at a time. The secret for those of us in RunClub+ is to realize we aren’t likely to be hoofing out a one, five or 10K run maybe ever, but every step we do take moves us closer to better health and a fitter lifestyle. And isn’t that what we’re all aiming for? Let’s Boogie!

GROUP GOAL WARM-UP

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My butt hurts. More specifically, my psoas is sore. The psoas (pronounced “SOHass” — I’m not making this up!) is a complex muscle that goes from the back of your glute to the front of your hip flexor on each side. It’s a much-needed part of the body for walking and running. Each time you stride, the psoas contracts. When your leg swings back, it lengthens. And if you’re someone who sits most of the day, the psoas is perpetually contracted. As a desk-bound creature, I’ve had psoas issues for years. I’ve tried running through the pain on my left side. Not recommended. It’s even been painful enough to put me on the bench. But not this time. This time, I’m in training, and (cue Jefferson Starship) nothing’s gonna stop me now. So, what can help my long-suffering psoas? Stretching is good, but in my case, strengthening this muscle is the key. That means getting reacquainted with a piece of exercise equipment called a theraband and restarting the physiotherapy homework I abandoned months ago. (Dr. Taylor, I hang my head in shame.) Other than this small setback, this week’s training has been going well. We’ve upped our running intervals to 6.5 minutes. We’re still doing the twominute walking intervals — that break that was revolutionary when I learned about it at RUNClub. (You mean I don’t have to run the whole time?) I’m feeling pretty optimistic about my psoas. In fact, on Boogie day, I plan to kick butt.

Walkers

Beginners

10k Runners

10K Experienced

Half-Marathon

5k or 10k Boogie walk

5k Boogie run

10k Boogie run

10k Boogie Run

21K Boogie

Walking warm up of five minutes

Walking warm up of 10 minutes

1) Walk easy for 15 minutes, then power walk for 30. Total 45 minutes

1) Walk for 3.5 minutes, then run for 2.5 minutes. Repeat seven times. Total 42 minutes

2) Walk easy for 20 minutes, then power walk for 25. Total 45 minutes

2) Walk for 3.5 minutes, then run for 2.5 minutes. Repeat five times. Total 30 minutes

1) Walk for two minutes, then run for 6.5 minutes. Repeat six times and add 10-minute walk. Total 61 minutes

1) Walk for two minutes, then run for eight minutes. Repeat seven times. Total 70 minutes

1) Walk for two minutes, then run for eight minutes for distance of 16.5K. (Intervals can be 1/10).

3) Walk easy for 20 minutes, then power walk for 20. Total 40 minutes

3) Walk for 3.5 minutes, then run for 2.5 minutes. Repeat six times. Total 36 minutes

2) Walk for two minutes, then run for 6.5 minutes. Repeat five times. Total 42.5 minutes

2) Walk for two minutes, then run for eight minutes. Repeat five times. Total 50 minutes

2) Walk for two minutes, then run for eight minutes. Repeat six times. Total 60 minutes

3) Walk for two minutes, then run for 6.5 minutes. Repeat six times. Total 51 minutes

3) Walk for two minutes, then run for eight minutes. Repeat six times. Total 60 minutes

3) Walk for two minutes, then run for eight minutes. Repeat seven times. Total 70 minutes

COOL DOWN

Ten minutes walking cool down and stretching

TIPS

We all need to get outside more. Many people are vitamin D-deficient, affecting important things like bone health and immune systems.

Gentle reminder it is the time on your feet that counts, not the run intervals. Some days you will feel like a rock star; other days you will feel like a rock.

Running form is all about relaxing and going with gravity. Concentrate on leg turnover vs. stride length and swing those arms in a relaxed 90--degree posture.

Start to put some speed play into one of your weekly workouts. Fartlek training is easy and informal. Pick streetlamps and run quicker to one and recover to the next.

Gentle reminder to make sure you are using gels and some supplementation on your long runs. Start experimenting and find out which ones work best for your body.

PLAYWORK

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Yes, you, too, can learn to love running If you love to run, you know. If you don’t, please keep an open mind and read on. Many thousands of people have learned to love running at RUNClub. So many of the people who attend our clinics are people who have experienced the transformation from hating to run to running becoming a joy in their lives. “I hated to run and now I love it.” “Running was just too hard and now it something I can’t live without.” “I had to run for my fitness test . . . now it’s my passion.” At the heart of these transformations is the confidence these people have found — confidence in their knowledge, confidence in their bodies, confidence in themselves. Running can be one of the great joys of life. As I was running yesterday, I was thinking of the joy and bliss of running. To those who hate running, this sounds impossible. Just now, I may have heard a gasp from the reading audience when I mention running. Some people have had a bad experience and view running as kind of medieval torture we runners choose to do. I assure you — most people can run. Running is something we are meant to do and have been doing since the beginning of time. You need only watch kids move from one place to another, with some grouchy adult shouting, “Walk! No running!” I say rebel against the grouchy adult inside (and outside) put on your shoes and run. How does a grown-up tap into that playful feeling when running? First you learn to run. Yes, there is a proper way to run (and it makes it a thousand times easier). If you are skeptical, just join and try one single clinic. Join a clinic that is inclusive, non-competitive and based on the walk-run philosophy. This is the best way to have the proper introduction to a very safe, fun and lifechanging activity. Run with people who make you laugh. Find trails and jump over things. Run through puddles. Stop (yes, stop) and look around at the beauty. Run on vacation or business trips and get to know the city you are visiting. It’s the best way to vacation. The CFJC-TV Boogie the Bridge is just one month away and this event truly is a “Party on The Run.” Boogie is a unique event where everyone feels like they belong. This party in R-E-D symbolizes what movement is supposed to feel like: fun, playful, joyful and non-competitive. If you haven’t registered, there is still time. Just do it – you will love it. Let’s party Kamloops! Registration is at boogiethebridge.com.

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HERE WE GO The Women’s World Hockey Championship is underway in the Tournament Capital — and it could be anyone’s title to win STORY/A13

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‘The parity continues to get better’ Essentially a two-team battle for years, competition is improving in international women’s hockey ADAM WILLIAMS

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ome the goldmedal game, the women’s world championship has always been about Canada and the United States. And though that’s again expected to be the case when the 2016 IIHF Women’s World Championship wraps up in Kamloops on Monday, nations across Europe and Asia are inching ever closer to competing with the heavyweights of North America. “I think every international tournament, from year to year that has taken place, the parity continues to get better,” Team Canada head coach and former Olympian Laura Schuler told KTW. “You never know who can win those games now, so the parity has gotten tremendously better.” Goaltending has always been the great equalizer in women’s hockey. Schuler singled out netminding in Sweden and Finland, as well as the defensive play of the nations, for keeping international games close. Japan boasts goaltender Nana Fujimoto, voted the best netminder in the 2015 world championship in Malmö, Sweden, and Switzerland’s Florence

RIVALRY RENEWED Canada faced off against the United States in group play last night after KTW’s press deadline. The contest was the first preliminary round matchup for both teams and a preview of what is expected to be the gold-medal game at Sandman Centre on Monday, April 4. The U.S. defeated Canada 7-5 in last year’s gold-medal game in Malmö, Sweden. For the game story and other tournament news, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com.

Schelling was the most valuable player in the 2014 Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia. Games are no longer as lopsided as they once were and the longer teams are able to stick around, the better their chances are of knocking off one of the traditional powerhouses. “If you look back at just the recent tournaments and then, particularly, the Olympics, I think everybody that really got a chance to watch the depth of that tournament started to see a tipping point in favour of there being more competitive groups in that next tier as well as in the top four,” Reagan Carey, general manager of the United States since 2010, told KTW before the tournament got underway. “I would anticipate that once we get to 2018, it will be even more paralleled.” Behind Canada and the United States are a handful of nations all working to take their

programs to the next level. Finland has won bronze in 11 of the last 16 world championships, as well as in the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. Switzerland captured bronze at the 2014 Olympics and the Swedes played for bronze in both 2010 and 2014. Russia is in Group A for its second consecutive world championship this year and has won three bronze medals in the last four years. It can be difficult to always play second fiddle to the Canadians and the Americans, but programs from around the world are making small gains, investing more money in semiprofessional women’s leagues and improving coaching and development programs in hopes future generations can reach new heights at tournaments like the world championship. Granted, there’s work still to be done. The women’s game has made tremendous

ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Switzerland’s Phoebe Stanz (right) celebrated a goal while Russian defender Alexandra Kapustine looked on during pre-tournament play on McArthur Island on Saturday. Russia won the game 4-2. Once dominated by the U.S. and Canada, the women’s game is now more competitive than it has ever been.

strides in levelling the playing field, but as Canada’s 9-0 win over Sweden in pre-tournament action demonstrated, balance hasn’t entirely been achieved. “It’s a little frustrat-

ing and we have to find some way to challenge them,” Leif Boork, head coach of Sweden since 2013, said of North American dominance in the sport. “I think that time

will come, but I don’t know when, but we try to challenge them. “We are trying to catch up.” While the rest of the world wants parity to arrive sooner,

Canadian players told KTW improvements in the play of their opponents are noticeable.

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Despite their position at the top of the heap, the Americans and the Canadians, as much as anyone, are hoping to soon see a day when any nation can contend for the gold medal at events like the world championship. “It’s growing a lot and it’s really cool to see, honestly,” said Canadian defenceman Tara Watchorn, who is playing in her third world championship in Kamloops. “You have to prepare every game like it’s the Canada-U.S. game. “Every team brings a different style, brings different systems and you have to be ready to get on the ice every time we play. “It brings a lot of excitement to these tournaments knowing that it’s going to be exciting games. “We thrive off that, we love the competition and it gets you that much more prepared for a gold-medal game, whoever it is — and it could be anyone.”

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KELOWNA — Dillon Dube’s golden opportunity went up in smoke and from the haze emerged heroes clad in blue and orange. Connor Ingram, Ryan Rehill and Collin Shirley were among them, Kamloops Blazers who put their small stamp on club history in an enthralling 5-4 victory over the Kelowna Rockets in Game 2 of a Western Conference quarter-final series at Prospera Place on Saturday. It was 3-1 for the hometown Rockets and a 2-0 series lead seemed imminent when Ingram snatched it from thin air early in the third period, diving to make a miraculous glove save on Dube, whose one-timer was labelled for the yawning cage. “I think they’ll need to redo the plays of the year and get that one in,” Rehill said of the leather larceny, a glove save even the shocked Kelowna crowd couldn’t help but appreciate. “That was the turning point of the game. That was ridiculous. We locked eyes, he [Ingram] smiled and I had to say, ‘Thank you for that one.’ Ingram would be thanking Rehill later, when the 20-year-old D-man’s howitzer from the point whistled past a screened Michael Herringer with 4.8 seconds remaining in the third period, completing a comeback that saw the Blazers score twice in the last 31 seconds of the third period. “When you’re leading with 31 seconds to go and you end up losing the game, it’s a tough one to swallow,” Rockets’ head coach Brad Ralph said. “We need our leaders to step up at the end of the game, but we’re a resilient group. We’ll bounce back and we’ll be all right.” Game 3 of the best-ofseven series, now tied 1-1, will be played tonight at Memorial Arena. Game time is 7 p.m. Game 4 will be played tomorrow at Sandman Centre at 7 p.m. The Kamloops bench went into a frenzy when Rehill scored the winner and Collin Shirley had sent teammates into a similar state of ecstasy when he scored 16 seconds earlier to tie the game 4-4, but the

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visitors weren’t smiling early on. Rourke Chartier and Tomas Soustal combined to dampen Blazers’ spirits 25 seconds after the puck dropped in the first period, with many fans inside Prospera Place still finding their seats. What looked a touch like a harmless shot from the point from Chartier was in fact a perfectly weighted saucer pass to Soustal, who reached to deflect the puck past a helpless Connor Ingram. The Blazers took a bench-minor penalty — it appeared a player on the Kamloops bench intentionally interfered with play — less than three minutes later and the Rockets were looking to build an early two-goal cushion on the power play. Ingram and the Kamloops penalty killers stood their ground, avoided a 2-0 hole and began to find their feet. The netminder from Imperial, Sask., was rock solid in the first, making 17 saves to keep his team in the game. For the first time in the series, bad blood began to boil and signs of acrimony were visible, with Jermaine Loewen of the Blazers and Riley Stadel of the Rockets at the centre of it. “It’s not the Goodwill Games,” Blazers’ bench boss Don Hay said. “It’s the playoffs. We want to win.” The second period, which started with a bang, was a penalty-filled affair that saw a litany of Kamloops mistakes. Chartier accepted a feed from Gordie Ballhorn and mishandled the puck before recovering in time to beat Ingram five-hole at 2:29, with the Blazers caught on a bad line change. There were plenty of missed opportunities on either side, perhaps the most blatant coming in the second period when Jiri Smejkal couldn’t get his stick on a slick pass from Quinn Benjafield. Herringer was out of position and his net was empty. Down 2-1 and looking for

the equalizer on the power play, Kamloops forward Jake Kryski made an ill-advised drop pass in the offensive zone that led to a Kelowna breakaway. Rodney Southam’s finish was clinical, as he dealt a crippling blow short-handed to put the home team up 3-1 at 9:37. “That’s a learning experience for young people,” Hay said, noting Kryski bounced back with a strong third period. “We’re going to get better. The big key for us is we really stuck with it.” Needham took issue with a hit delivered by Justin Kirkland and they fought, beginning a parade to the penalty box that marred the latter half of the second frame. Kamloops twice took itself off the power play — Deven Sideroff and Jermaine Loewen were called for high-sticking penalties with their team on the man advantage — and neither team could convert with the extra attacker. The Blazers would find their groove on the power play in the third period, but not before Ingram stole the show with his glove. Southam fed Kirkland and his nifty pass set up Dube with an open net. The Kamloops netminder dove to make the save. “That’s stuff I do to Chyz [Kamloops forward Nick Chyzowski] in practice, not in games to a first-rounder,” Ingram said. “I got up and I was like, ‘No, that didn’t happen.’ Rehill looked at me and I usually try and keep pretty serious back there, but I even cracked a smile. “It was Gross. Gross.” Hay agreed. “Oh, boy. It’s one of the best saves, but he’s been doing it all year long,” Hay said. “He’s great at side-toside. He anticipates so well. He just robbed them.” Garrett Pilon scored at 6:53 and Dawson Davidson tied the game at 3-3 at 10:15. Both were power-play goals. Kamloops’ power play, which clicked at 34 per cent from Feb. 8 onward in the

regular season, was 3-for-7 on Saturday. Kelowna had its chances with the man advantage, but Ingram and the Blazers proved stout on the penalty kill and the Rockets were 0-for-7 on the night. “It was an emotional game,” Hay said. “It was back and forth. Guys were really sacrificing. I like the way we blocked shots on the penalty kill. We really paid the price. It was a great team effort.” Soustal’s second marker of the night at 14:33 looked like it was going to be the final dagger and it was a goal the Blazers contested. The visitors claimed Gage Quinney’s stick was not on the ice and he was not prepared for a face-off

(Series tied 1-1)

Tonight Kelowna @ Kamloops 7 p.m. Memorial Arena in the defensive zone. Kelowna won the draw and Soustal eventually banged in a rebound when Ingram was unable to corral a Ballhorn point shot. Fireworks began with 37 seconds on the clock. Hay opted to pull Ingram, a risky decision considering the face-off was in the neutral zone, but a call that paid off. Kamloops won the draw and Quinney, who helped the Rockets to a WHL championship in 2014-2015, flew down the right wing toward

the net and directed a shot on goal. The rebound popped onto Collin Shirley’s stick and he made no mistake before embarking on an exuberant celebration. “We had our fun in our room and maybe a little bit on the ice,” Shirley said. “I got a little excited after that one. “The emotional level was just crazy on the bench, like it’s never been before.” It was about to ratchet up a notch. The Blazers won the draw and Needham careened into the Rockets’ zone down the left wing. He threw a pass into the slot that made its way through a crowd and ended up on Rehill’s stick. He unleashed a slapper that grazed a Rockets’ shinpad and deflected past a screened Herringer. “I definitely didn’t think it was going to get to me,” Rehill said.

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Room will be tight, like space on the Red Bridge, when what’s old becomes new again tonight at Memorial Arena. There is expected to be about 3,400 sardines — 2,800 seated and 600 standing — packed into the Victoria Street barn for Game 3 of a Western Conference quarterfinal series between the Kamloops Blazers and Kelowna Rockets. Game time is 7 p.m. at Memorial, which opened its doors in 1948 and hasn’t seen WHL action since Zac Boyer scored three goals and added two assists in the Blazers’ 8-0 victory over the Saskatoon Blades in Game 7 of the WHL championship series on May 5, 1992. The game is being played at Memorial tonight because Sandman Centre is home to IIHF World

Connections to the Blazers and Rockets from the 1992 series between Kamloops and Saskatoon are not hard to find. Former Blazers’ general manager Craig Bonner was on the roster, as was current Blazers’ assistant Chris Murray, former Blazers’ assistant Scott Ferguson, current Kamloops Storm head coach and former Blazers’ assistant Ed Patterson, Blazers’ partowner Darryl Sydor and former Rockets’ head coach Ryan Huska.

DAVE EAGLES/KTW The Kamloops Blazers have been practising at Memorial Arena since last week ahead of tonight’s Game 3 against Kelowna.

Women’s Championship action, with Canada and Russia set to get underway at 7:30 p.m. Game 4 of the

WHL series will be contested at Sandman Centre tomorrow, with puck-drop slated for 7 p.m.

As of KTW’s press deadline yesterday, there were tickets available for both games 3 and 4. Kamloops stunned Kelowna with a last-gasp comeback victory on Saturday, scoring two goals in the final 31 seconds of the third period to win 5-4 at Prospera Place and tie the series at 1-1. (See the game story on page A15.)

Current Blazers’ general manager Stu MacGregor was Kamloops’ assistant GM back then. Kamloops resident and former Blazers’ trainer Greg (Spike) Wallace was the team’s trainer. WHL director of officiating Kevin Muench refereed Game 7 of the KamloopsSpokane series. He will be in the building tonight. Dave Struch was playing for the Blades in that game. He has family in Kamloops and is an assistant coach with the Regina Pats.

Fans won’t be the only ones dealing with tight quarters tonight. The ice surface at Memorial is smaller — the city says 80 feet wide and 190 feet long, the Blazers say 85 by 190 — than the 85-by-200 sheets both teams are accustomed to using. “Boy, in this rink, you have to be able to move

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‘Fairy-tale stuff’ ties up series From A15

Southam, whose team will skate this morning at Memorial in Kamloops. “It’s going to be close, with lots of hitting. We’re looking forward to that.” Try as they might, neither team will be able to perfectly emulate what tonight’s game will look like, both on the ice and in the bleachers, where a madhouse atmosphere is expected.

“We’re practising here, so it’s going to give us an upper hand, but nobody really knows how it’s going to be,” Rehill said. “There’s going to be a lot less time and space than their normally would be. It’s going to be a quick, intense game out there and there’s going to be a lot of people in the stands.” The neutral zone in Memorial is tiny and Rehill

said it’s a considerably colder rink than Sandman Centre, although 3,400 bodies worth of heat might change that. Odd bounces off the boards are to be expected. There will be no liquor served. If fans want booze, they can walk next door to the Kamloops Curling Club, home to Molson Canada House for the Women’s Worlds.

Downtown parking will likely be an absolute zoo. There will not be much in the way of food or drink inside the building. Security will be ramped up, as there are many areas in Memorial where fans are in close proximity to players. And it’s going to be loud. Kamloops netminder Connor Ingram said it best: “It’s going to be bananas in there. Totally bananas.”

“There were a lot of sticks for it to go through. It was kind of funny because I was turning away because I didn’t think it was going to make it. Fortunately enough it did and I was able to get it through to the net. “Everyone was screaming on the bench.” Ingram was among the frenzied. “I heard old man Needer [Kamloops assistant Mike Needham] yelling and I usually try and keep it pretty cool, but I jumped on that one. I was pretty excited.

“That’s fairy-tale stuff. “That’s four in five games against these guys and that’s a huge game in the series. That’s 30 seconds that could define our season.” Southam was shaken, but showed class in his interview with reporters after the game. “Any time you lose a game when you’re up by a goal and they score two goals in the last minute, it’s hard to swallow,” he said. “It’s a best-of-seven series. That happened. It’s done. We’re looking forward to the Tuesday game already.”

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Scores pay final respects to Ford at city hall Funeral for former Toronto mayor to follow on Wednesday at St. James cathedral THE CANADIAN PRESS

TORONTO — Rob Ford lay in repose yesterday at the city hall he dominated for years as mourners filed past his casket to pay their respects, the subdued mood on a dreary day a far cry from the wilder scenes that characterized his scandalplagued mayoralty. Mayor John Tory, who gave permission for Ford to lie in repose, was first to pause quietly at his predecessor’s casket, then shake hands with relatives, among them Ford’s brother Doug, mother, wife and two children. The mourners, some with children in tow, included former high school football players Ford once coached. “Everything that the media put on him was always so bad that no one ever got to see the good that he did for us as football players, as students, as a mentor,’’ said Andre Laporte. “He left all the political stuff at the office and focused on football when he came

to the field.’’ Some touched or kissed the casket, draped in the city’s blue-and-white flag emblazoned with a red Maple Leaf. Some quietly shed tears. Some crossed themselves. Ford’s death last week earned international headlines in light of his admitted crack cocaine use, alcohol abuse, lewd comments and at times outrageous behaviour that transformed his office into an unprecedented political and celebrity spectacle. The loved-orloathed politician brazened through the often lurid headlines for reasons other than his purported taxpayerfriendly policies. But much of the mayhem seemed forgotten yesterday. In its place was a dignified affair, as Ford was granted a rare honour not provided to a former mayor since Donald Summerville, 48, died of a heart attack in 1963 after a charity hockey game in which he played goalie

against city hall’s press gallery. Jack Layton, onetime federal NDP leader and longtime Toronto city councillor, also lay in repose at city hall in 2011. A city spokeswoman said Ford’s family asked that his body be allowed to lie in repose and Tory gave his blessing. Also on hand yesterday was George Smitherman, the oddson favourite to win the mayoralty in 2010 but who nevertheless was trounced by Ford. Smitherman said he expected only tributes now for the former mayor. “There will be a strong outpouring of love, which is appropriate for a politician who managed the rare feat of being open enough to generate genuine connection and love with constituents,’’ Smitherman said. The sentiment was echoed by Vince Ross, who said Ford showed up at his wedding last year despite undergoing chemotherapy for

the cancer that would eventually kill him last week. “[He] was really gracious, took pictures, talked to everybody and really kick-started the party,’’ Ross said. Doug Ford, who jumped into the 2014 mayoral race after his brother was forced to withdraw, spent hours at the front of the line greeting visitors and posing for pictures with them, a favorite pastime of his late sibling. On Wednesday, a procession will head to nearby St. James cathedral for funeral services, followed by a private family ceremony. The funeral for Conservative finance minister Jim Flaherty, a friend of the Fords, was also held at St. James. Ford served as mayor from 2010 to 2014 but his re-election bid was stymied by his cancer diagnosis. He dropped out of the race weeks before voting day but ran for his old city council seat instead, winning easily.

Former Toronto mayor Rob Ford, who made international headlines after he was caught on video smoking crack, died from cancer last week. He served as mayor for four years.

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CHARLOTTETOWN — Nineyear-old twins are back on dry land after being rescued from an ice floe that drifted away from shore as they played with friends. Sgt. Walter Vessey of the Charlottetown police says the girl and boy had been jumping on cakes of ice on the edge of the Hillsborough River when one started moving out at around 3 p.m. Sunday. Two of their friends were also on the floe, but managed to jump off and wade back to shore before rescuers arrived.

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With federal budget tabled, Morneau prepares to refocus on CPP expansion THE CANADIAN PRESS

OTTAWA — With his first budget behind him, rookie Finance Minister Bill Morneau seems comfortable in his new surroundings — he’s even quick to highlight the symbolism of the boardroom artwork at his department’s headquarters. Morneau points to a series of framed pictures featuring etchings of $1 coins. The artist, he explains, flipped each of the loonies repeatedly to identify which might be considered the luckiest of the bunch. That coin, now encased, also hangs from the wall. “So, that’s the lucky loonie,’’ Morneau told The Canadian Press before a recent roundtable interview. “We thought that was an appropriate piece of art for the Finance Department.’’ Just days after tabling his maiden budget, good fortune seemed to be on the former Toronto businessman’s mind as he explained what his private-sector expertise

brings to one of his next big tasks: enhancing the Canada Pension Plan. One’s ability to retire in dignity is often driven “partially by luck,’’ said Morneau, who has advised Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne on pensions. There’s a role for government when someone in a private, defined-contribution plan — and who hasn’t saved enough — happens to retire at a time when the stock market’s down, he continued. The Liberals repeated their support for strengthening the CPP in last week’s budget, which noted the dangers of things like failing private-sector pension plans and the risk healthier Canadians could outlive their savings. Until last fall, Morneau was executive chairman of the human resources firm Morneau Shepell, a company that describes itself as Canada’s largest provider of pension-administration technology and services. He said he understands the financial challenges

seniors face and any CPP enhancement should be fully funded by those who will actually use it to avoid an “intergenerational wealth transfer.’’ Morneau said he hopes to eventually get some consensus on enhancing the CPP, a goal outlined in the Liberal government’s election platform. Doing so would require the support of seven of the 10 provinces representing two-thirds of the country’s population. The provinces and territories are scheduled to reconvene in June to continue talks that began in December on the polarizing subject of CPP reform. The aim is to reach a collective decision by the end of the year. But it’s still unclear how much support the Liberals will garner, even though the provinces agreed in December to continue discussing the subject. Wynne, for one, supports CPP expansion and plans to proceed with the first phase of mandatory contributions

starting in 2018, for the new Ontario Retirement Pension Plan. That plan essentially mirrors the CPP for anyone who doesn’t already have a workplace pension. Other big provinces like Quebec and British Columbia remain unconvinced. Quebec already has a public pension plan and B.C. has expressed concerns about the country’s fragile economy. Saskatchewan has opposed CPP enhancement over worries about the negative consequences of the oilprice slide on the provincial economy. But Morneau said he remains “cautiously optimistic’’ about the next round of CPP talks — an issue he’s unwilling to leave up to a simple toss of a coin. “The devil is in the details, but there’s a recognition of the challenge that we face and there’s a recognition that CPP’s been a very effective vehicle over the last 50 years,’’ he said. “It’s something to build on.’’

PRESSURE MOUNTS FOR GOVERNMENTS TO ADDRESS MEDICAL CRISIS ON RESERVES THE CANADIAN PRESS

OTTAWA — Doctors dispatched to a northern Ontario reserve to treat children with skin conditions say remote communities are dealing with an ongoing medical crisis, the result of a shortage of medical services. Three physicians from the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority have written an open letter calling for more resources to deal with persistent problems at the Kashechewan First Nation and elsewhere. The letter, released by northern Ontario MP Charlie Angus, urges Canadians not to tolerate the level of health care access available in the area. The report echoes conclusions presented last spring by the federal auditor general, who found quality health care in remote First Nations communities is sorely lacking. The letter comes ahead of an expected meeting with Health Minister Jane Philpott, Ontario Health Minister Eric Hoskins and Nishnawbe Aski Nation leaders. Their dialogue is expected to focus on the public health emergency declared last month by NAN, a political organization representing northern Ontario First Nations. A spokesman for Philpott could not provide specific details but confirmed the meeting was scheduled for this week.

Obituaries & In Memoriam Sonia Gillespie After a long and rewarding life journey, Sonia Gillespie passed away peacefully on March 5, 2016, at her home in Vancouver. Born near Kyiv, Ukraine, February 17, 1923, to Olga and Sam Dzubin, the oldest of four children, Sonia immigrated to Canada with her mother in 1928. She is predeceased by her parents Olga and Sam, half-brother William, brother Peter, sister Emma, and husbands Percy (in 1954) and Michael in 2001. She is survived by her sons Robert (Charlotte) of Kamloops, Zubin (Kim) of Belleville, Ontario and John (Angela) of Laguna Beach, California plus grandchildren Melissa, Chad, Erin, Dylan, Theo and Astrid. She also leaves to mourn her brother Alex of Saskatoon. A creative, goal-oriented person, who enjoyed family, career and the outdoors, Sonia graduated from U.B.C. in 1976 with a B.Sc in Nursing and thrived in her career as a Community Health Nurse. After reluctantly retiring in 1986, Sonia filled her days with golf, bridge, lectures and friends. With her ever upbeat attitude and boundless energy, she was an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. At her home in Vancouver, Sonia raised Snowdrop flowers as a token reminder of her birthplace and her grandmother. At her request, Sonia’s remains have been donated to the U.B.C. Department of Anatomy. A Celebration of Life will be held at McCleery Golf Course Clubhouse (7188 MacDonald St., Vancouver) on Friday, April 29, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Jack Frank McEvoy It is with great sadness that the family of Jack Frank McEvoy announces his passing after a brief illness on Monday December 7th, 2015 at the age of 82. Jack was born on September 24th, 1933 and was predeceased by his loving wife of more than 50 years Melody and is survived by his children Charles, Robert, Amber, Trish and Cathie. Jack will also be fondly remembered by his grandchildren Adam, Kayden, Emily and Peighton and great-grand daughter Zoey. Jack was predeceased by both his parents Thomas and Rose McEvoy and brothers Jimmy, Louie, Kenny, Ronnie, Donnie, Charlie and Jerry, and is survived by siblings Dave (Rose), Patty (Barbra), Edward (Jeanette), Dennis, Marsha (Ron) and Grace (Brian). A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 9th, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Odd Fellows Hall at 423 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, B.C.

The Angel on Your Shoulder By Jackie Huston Lena, Wisconsin

There’s an angel on your shoulder Though you may not know she’s there, She watches over you day and night And keeps you in her care. There’s an angel on your shoulder Watching you learn and grow Keeping you safe from danger And nurturing your soul. She’ll be there through your triumphs She’ll dance on clouds with pride, She’ll hold your hand through disappointments and fears, Standing faithfully by your side. In her lifetime this angel was strong and true, And stood up for what was right. In your life you’ll be faced with decisions and trials And she’ll shine down her guiding light. Life holds so much in store for you, So remember as you grow older, There are no heights you cannot reach ‘Cause there’s an angel on your shoulder. Bereavement Publishing Inc. 5125 N. Union Blvd, Suite 4 Colorado Springs, CO 80918

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Brian Garth Wilson

February 16, 1932 – March 18, 2016

In Loving Memory of JOSHUA WILLIAM POLLARD ZAPF – “JZ” September 11, 1987 - March 29, 2015

Kamloops offered many work opportunities and he worked in the meat department at Woodward’s for 11 years and then pursued other business opportunities for the rest of his working life. He enjoyed many activities in Kamloops such as skiing at Todd Mountain with Jim McConkie, volunteering with riding groups, raising and training horses on a small farm, and playing golf at his favourite course, Rivershore. Brian was happily married for 62 years and is survived by his wife Joan. A private Celebration of Life will be held in his memory in the near future.

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Dorothy was an excellent cook and baker as well as a skilled bookkeeper. She loved to travel and amongst her fondest memories were exploring Australia and Vancouver Island in her retirement years. These stories were often shared over a glass of fine wine!

They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel For no one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No one knows how many times We have broken down and cried We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt You’re so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without.

Always on our minds, forever in our hearts. We love you, until we meet again.

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April 1, 1933 - March 16, 2016 On March 16, 2016, Jack passed away peacefully at home with his family. He had spent his entire life on Campbell Range where he acquired his first ranch with his wife Pat. They raised two children Joe and Cathy. Jack also leaves behind Cathy’s husband Duight and their two children Christy and Tori, who Jack affectionately called “the Muskrats”; his two sisters Margaret and Doreen (Art); brothers-in-law Graham (Darrell) and Ken (Sue), and numerous nieces and nephews. Jack and Pat had a rewarding life on the ranch and even through retirement, Jack still enjoyed watching over cattle which came to the ranch to graze from spring to fall. During his retirement, Jack enjoyed a new passion, aviation. He built a helicopter and plane and then went on to own two more planes. Jack made many lifelong friends through ranching and aviation as well as his guiding business. Until the day of his passing, he enjoyed a lifestyle where he lived on his terms. Jack will be missed deeply and the void he has left although large will be filled with our loving and happy memories. For this is not good-bye but so long until we meet you in Heaven. There will be no funeral as per Jack’s request. Memorial donations may be made to the Royal Inland Hospital Cardiac Care unit.

Our mom and grandma was a hardworker, self-sufficient with a strong independent spirit. She always lived life with gumption. Dorothy taught us all to make best of the hand you are dealt. Dorothy will be missed by her daughter Marg (Darrel) Johnson, granddaughters Danya (Warren) Edwards, Dara Johnson and Michaela (Colin) Swan; and greatgrandchildren Jordyn, Tylor, Anderson, Gloria, Maya and Chloe. Our family would like to thank the residents of Greenfield Place who provided a sense of community and friendship to Dorothy in the last few years and to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House who embraced and supported our family on Dorothy’s final journey. She passed quietly away on February 26, 2016. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Dorothy was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and loved to play Bingo right up until the week of her passing. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, was an avid sports fan and would always offer her opinion on politics. She could frequently be found scooting the sidewalks of Kamloops, like nobody’s business!

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Dorothy Jean Ethel Atkins began her life in Thunder Bay, Ontario. She was born Doris Burton on May 21, 1930 to Michael and Edith Burton (Berthen). The struggles of the time resulted in Dorothy and her brother Max Finholm, being raised in separate farm homes. Dorothy was adopted by Donald and Edith MacDonald, where she gained two sisters Flora and Margaret, and two brothers Barry and Norman. Dorothy married Donald (Bud) Skinn in 1949. She moved to the Yukon and then to BC in 1955 where she lived in many communities over the years with her daughter Marg. She married Reginald Atkins in 1976 and worked as a bookkeeper until retirement in 1997 when she moved to Kamloops to be closer to family.

Brian passed away at the Royal Inland Hospital peacefully on Friday, March 18th, at the age of 84, with his wife and loved ones at his side. He was born in 1932 in Morecambe, U.K., the youngest of six children, and educated in Blackpool. As a young man he was trained as a master butcher and joined the army at age 18 in the RASC. He was deployed to Malaya where his unit did the furthest penetration into the Malayan jungle. He was lucky to survive and on returning to civilian life in Britain he wanted a better opportunity for himself and his wife.

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Alvin “Al” Wilfred George Smith

career with the Ministry of Highways, both the work itself, as well as the people, and ultimately, friendships developed there.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Alvin “Al” Smith passed away on the evening of March 22, surrounded by his family.

Al’s life away from work was equally (or more!) fulfilling. He loved regular fishing trips with his buddy Eddie Rozander to one of his favourite places in the province Bella Coola. He had a lifelong passion for golf and was a long-time member of the Kamloops Golf & Country Club, where he sat on the board of directors in the 1980’s; his golf buddies were his friends until the end. During winters, he was an avid curler and was a member of the Kamloops Curling Club. This fall, he was extremely proud when the Freemasons presented him with a medal, acknowledging his 50 years as a Mason. But what Al loved most, were his family and friends.

December 12, 1927 - March 22, 2016

Al is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 59 years Dariel Smith, as well as daughter Susan Smith Alexander (Doug), son Jim Smith and many other dear relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Edith and Alfred Smith, sister Dorothy Starke and brother Robert Smith. Al was born and raised in Lethbridge, Alberta, the middle child of English immigrant parents. He carried many wonderful memories from his childhood there, including his young adult years spent at Lethbridge Collegiate Institute, working at the local theatre, and becoming an uncle to nephews Rick and Don and niece Dawnalda. He visited family on Vancouver Island over those years and was drawn to the West, eventually heading to Vancouver to study Engineering at UBC. In 1954, he accepted a position with the then “Department of Highways”, which was the beginning of a fulfilling adventure surveying a burgeoning infrastructure as new highway routes were being created in almost every corner of the province. Early in his role, Al found himself in Penticton, enjoying coffee at the Commodore Cafe when his eyes met with the woman who would become his wife. Dariel and Al married in 1956 and whole-heartedly embraced the frequent moves to small communities throughout B.C. that Al’s job provided; they moved 10 times the first year they were married! After some nomadic years, they were transferred to Kamloops in 1962, where they settled more permanently and in the years shortly thereafter, started a family. From surveying the Stewart-Cassiar and the Rogers Pass in the early years to survey and design work on the Coquihalla Highway, Al truly loved his 36 year

Al was admired by many for his honesty, warmth, generosity and sense of humour. He was bright, with a wide knowledge that was a resource to many. He showed us what strength and determination looks like. He was the best husband, dad, father-in-law, uncle, son, nephew and friend anyone could ask for. He was the “real deal”, a true gentleman and he will live on in our hearts forever. He was so very much loved. The family would like to thank the staff of Overlander Extended Care for their compassionate care for Al during his later years and the support they continue to show Dariel and family. Please join us for a Celebration of Al’s Life on Wednesday, March 30th at 2:00 pm at the Kamloops Golf & Country Club. In lieu of flowers, please help a friend, be a good neighbour, make time for someone, volunteer or donate to something you care about, and think of Al. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com 250-554-2577

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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.

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 START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

Horsting’s Farm Market in Cache Creek, BC requires a Baker for part-time to fulltime work. Position is available now. Wage is dependent on experience. Submit application by mail to: 2540 Cariboo Hwy #97, PO Box 716, Cache Creek, BC, V0K 1H0 or email: horstingsfarm@shaw.ca or by fax 1.604.792.7766

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FARM WORK overseas: dairy, beef, sheep, crop farms & horticulture operations host & employ young Canadians ages 18-30. Work, Travel, Experience! International Rural Exchange: office@irecanada.ca 306-489-4407 or visit us online: www.irecanada.ca HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION Specialists are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com. 1-800466-1535 info@canscribe.com

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Curves Kamloops is accepting resumes. If you are energetic and interested in fitness, sales and customer service, send your resume to CurvesKamloops@gmail.com. Please apply by email only.

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Caretakers needed for remote ski lodge, North/East of Sicamous, best suits a retired couple,2 weeks in, 2 weeks out. April-Oct. Send resume to nick@mustangpowder.com

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

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Freeman Casting Co. is Casting Extras for a feature film, SHIRT. It will be Shooting from April 12th- 19th . We are looking for people of ages 18-45. These are paid positions $10.25- $23.39. We will be holding an open casting session on April 2nd at The Thompson Hotel 650, Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2B4 from 10am to 6pm. If you are not able to attend the casting session but youre still interested, please send your photos (1headshot, 1 full body shot) to:

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PART-TIME OFFICE POSITION 15- 25 hours per week Mon.- Sat. Ofﬁce experience required Apply in person with resume

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

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

Medical/Dental Certiﬁed Dental Assistant Position Full-time and/or Parttime CDA required for busy orthodontic office. Previous orthodontic experience and treatment coordinator experience is an asset but not essential, we are willing to sponsor the successful candidate to complete the orthodontic module. We value good communication skills, ambition, involvement, energy and organizational talents. Please fax your resume to 250-374 3722 or email info@kamloopsorthodontics.ca Dr. Daniel Dagasso Certified Specialist in Orthodontics #500-275 Lansdowne Street Kamloops BC V2C 1X8

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Sales 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.

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 Collection of Pin Wheel Crystal. $500. Must be Seen. 250376-9572.

Appliances Maytag Gas Wall Oven. 16000 BTU. 7 yrs old. 24”Wx25”Dx44”H. Can be converted for use with propane. Good shape. $200. 250318-0339. White Westinghouse 4 burner gas cook top. 30”Wx21.5D. Comes with propane conversion kit. Good shape. $125. 250-318-0339.

Work Wanted

$500 & Under

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

Do you have an item for sale under $750?

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

your item in our classifieds for

Pets & Livestock

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

Did you know that you can place one week for FREE?

Call our Classified Department for details!

250-371-4949

*some restrictions apply

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

Fertilizers

Reach A Larger Audience

Aged Cow Manure $25.00 pick up load Call to set loading time Westsyde (250) 579-8913

Help Wanted

HAS THE FOLLOWING DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERY ROUTES COMING AVAILABLE

WESTSYDE/WESTMOUNT Rte 238 – Seneca Pl, 902-1002 Sicamore Dr. – 33 papers

SAHALI

Rte 472 – 1750-1795 Summit Dr. – 41 papers

SUNRIVERS

Rte 874 – Canyon Ridge Crt, Dr, Lane, Pl, 1400-1448 Sun Rivers Dr. – 26 papers Rte 875 – Golf Ridge Dr & Way. – 42 papers

Rte 481 – Robson Lane, Whistler Crt, Rte 876 – Irongate Pl, Ironwood Cres, Crt, Dr, Lane, Pl, St, Terr. Dr, Pl. – 70 papers

DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE

– 56 papers

Rte 750 – 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Rte 877 – The Pointe – 13 papers Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 31 papers

Rte 751 – 5310 Barnhartvale Dr,

Bogetti Pl, Viking Dr, Wade Pl, 54855497 E.Trans.Can. Hwy, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr. – 62 papers

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

Rte 756 – 7410-7510 Dallas Dr, Kelso

Rte 880 – Belmonte Ave, Crt, Dr, Lane, St, Terr & Way, Sillaro Dr, 2000-2028 Sun Rivers Dr, Visao Crt & Terr. – 30 papers

RAYLEIGH

Rte 834 – Armour Pl, MattochMcKeague, Sabiston Crt & Rd, 42054435 Spurraway Rd. – 61 papers

Cres, O’Connor Rd, Rambler Pl. – 82 papers

Merchandise for Sale

Furniture

Jewels, Furs

Redwood dining room set, 8chairs, buffet & hutch. $3000/obo. 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

Mind your business! 250.374.7467 Heavy Duty Machinery FNA-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

Help Wanted 7505877

Misc. for Sale 2006 EZGO TXT PDS Black Golf Cart. Newer batteries, lights, horn. Mint Shape. $2,800. 250-320-6634. 53” Sony Rear Projection TV with PIP $500, Bushnell Telescope $150,1982 original Ms Pacman table game $1000, 1950 Baycrest Radio Phono $500, Gas Weed Eater $75 Call Paul 250-373-2720 All Season Tires 70/266 R17 Michelin $1500 on 8bolt rims Elec Stove $125 554-4154

Help Wanted

Merchandise for Sale

Help Wanted 7518873

Merchandise for Sale

Help Wanted

AUTOMOTIVE CAREERS ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CAREER, NOT A JOB? Busy automotive dealer seeks a enthusiastic individual for:

FULL TIME SERVICE ADVISOR We offer:

Great work Environment, Air conditioned shop, Brand new facility, Competitive salaries and benefits, Locally owned Family run business.

Please forward resume to dlaporte@ramtrucks.ca Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

VILLAGE OF CACHE CREEK

The Village of Cache Creek is accepting applications for the following seasonal aquatic positions required from May to September 2016: • HEAD LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR - NLS, WSI, Lifesaving Instructor, CPR Level Two. • SENIOR LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR - NLS, WSI, CPR. Min 2 yrs Experience as Lifeguard. • JUNIOR LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTOR - NLS, WSI, CPR. • LIFEGUARD - NLS or Bronze Cross, CPR. Copies of all current qualifications MUST be included with your application. For full details please visit: www.cachecreek.ca/content/employment-opportunities Apply by mail or in person to: Village of Cache Creek, 1389 Quartz Road, PO Box 7, Cache Creek BC V0K 1H0 Or Email: admin@cachecreek.info Or Fax: 250-457-9192

Businesses & Services

Financial Services

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 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 Only 3 issues a week!

call 250-374-0462 for a route near you!

Fencing FARM & RESIDENTIAL FENCING. 30 yrs exp. Serving the Thompson/Okanagan. Fawndale Farms. 250-6792813 fawndale@telus.net

Garden & Lawn Grassbusters Lawn and Yard Care. Now booking for the 2016 season. 250-319-9340.

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

Merchandise for Sale

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Tony’s Lawn and Garden Maintenance, pruning, hedging, power raking, aerating, rototilling (250) 571-5408

Handypersons

RICKS’S SMALL HAUL For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

250-377-3457

Home Improvements

CHRYSLER • JEEP • DODGE • RAM

Livestock

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

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110

Landscaping

Stucco/Siding

7506450 LANDSCAPING Roto-tilling Tree Removal Lawn Maintenance Firewood Free Estimates

Bushwacker Contracting

SERVING KAMLOOPS 10 YEARS

250.318.6776

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

WWW.NUFLOORS.CA

WEST END CEDARS. Cedar hedge maintenance, trimming, topping & removal and gutter cleaning too. Lorne 574-5816

YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Only $150/month

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

Call 250-371-4949

info@nuﬂoors.ca | 250.372.8141

classifieds@kamloopsthisweek.com

Renovations and Repairs. For all your home improvement needs. Joe 250-3198694.

Painting & Decorating

Landscaping

Residential, Commercial, Interior/Exterior

7519646 Aerate • Power Rake Yard/Lot/Garden Clean Up Prune • Mow • Weed Whack Weed • Hedge Trim • Plant Gravel/Rock/Mulch • Turf Garden Walls • Paving Stones Irrigation: Start up & Repairs

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE:

250-376-2689

25% Seniors Discount Fully insured Call Dennis 250-936-8842

Out in front of business 250.374.7467

CLASSIFIEDS

250-371-4949

Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs K. Wind Pool Services Pool installations, liner replacements, chemicals and equipment. For a free quote call 250-574-1491

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Misc. for Sale

For Sale By Owner

Collectable metal Louisville slugger official softball bat. $35. Call at 12:00 778-4702145.

FURN.2bed/bath,+den,1291sq ft., Ex-Landmark show suite, steps to TRU, view. 1 u/g park spot.$1700+util.Min 1yr leaseMay 1. NS/P. 250-319-1946

I Phone 5C. Excellent condition. Carrier... Bell. $200. 250554-1023.

POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com REFORESTATION Nursery seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca

ROLL ENDS AVAILABLE $5-$10/ ROLL 1365 B Dalhousie Drive

NORTH SHORE

Beautiful 2-Storey home in Valleyview 3bdrm, 3 1/2 bth Open-Concept Kitchen, Dining and Living Room; Large Office. SS Appl; Granite & Hardwood throughout. 2Car Garage. Fully landscaped Gas BBQ. Bareland Strata-includes Clubhouse & Secure RV parking. $459,900 (250) 3721706

For Sale By Owner $55.00 Special!

The special includes a 1x1.5 ad (including photo) that will run for one week (three editions)in Kamloops This Week. Our award winning paper is delivered to over 30,000 homes in Kamloops every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday..

Call or email us for more info:

250-374-7467

classiﬁeds@ kamloopsthisweek.com

Kamloops BC call for availability 250-374-7467

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. Solid Oak table w/6chairs 68x42 w/2 12inch leaves $800 (250) 579-9483 STEEL BUILDING sale. “Clear out pricing in effect now!” 20x20 $5,444 25x26 $6,275 30x30 $8,489 32x34 $10,328 42x50 $15,866. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted Buying Coin Collections of any size.We collect CAN & US Coins, bills, Silver, Gold. Local couple also deal with Estates, Jewellery, Sterling, Antiques+ Chad & Crissy 778-281-0030. We can make House Calls!

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

Electric boat loader with boat rack. $750. 250-851-2919.

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

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Houses For Sale

ONLINE

Now Renting CHANEL PLACE Brand new 1 and 2 Bdrm Apartments Downtown Kamloops 555 8th Avenue For more information visit: 3BBBGroup.ca or call 778-220-6214 Riverbend Senior Community Living 1bdrm Mayfair Suite Avail Apr 1 $1155 554-2016 The Pines 1Bdrm $880 & $940, 2 Bdrm $1200. Bright suites with hardwood floors, one with carpet. Building is clean and quiet. On site managers. Downtown, hospital area. Laundry facilities. Rent includes: h/w, heat, and cable. Six-month lease. References required. NO PETS. 250-3727185

Suites, Upper

Place your classified ad in over 71 Papers across BC. Call 250-371-4949 for more information

Brand new top of line Klein backpack tool bag. Orange/black. $180. 250-3769572.

Apt/Condo for Rent

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

THOMPSON VILLA APARTMENTS

**Booking for 2016** CALL NOW FOR BEST DATES Shuswap Lake! 5 Star Resort in Scotch Creek BC. Newer 1bdrm 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 & Marina all minutes away. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot tubs, Adult & Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground. $1500 week. 4 day, 1 week, 2 week & monthly rentals available. BOOK NOW! Call for more information. 1-250-371-1333.

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

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1BDRM. quiet, clean, S. Shore apts $700mo. incl. heat, free ldry covered prking. NS, NP 573-2625 /778-220-4142

ONLINE Under the Real Estate Tab

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

2bdrms, N/Shore. N/S, N/P. $900 inclds heat/hotwater. Ref’s required. 250-372-7695.

Townhouses 3BDRM 3bth Valleyview pet neg, $1300 close to school and shopping. Avail Immed. 250-374-5586 / 250-371-0206

TOWNHOUSES Best Value In Town

Recreation

CHECK US OUT

Suites, Lower 1Bdrm North Shore. Close to all amenities. F/S. N/P. $740/mo. 250-376-5933.

2008 Cadillac CTS Premium. 130,000kms. AWD, Great in the winter, BLK w/leather interior, CD, power windows, seats, mirrors, locks, heating/cooling seats. $13,800. 250-320-6900.

Bed & Breakfast

Rentals

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

Retired male seeking roommate, N/Shore. Close to bus/shopping. $500. 376-0953

RUN UNTIL SOLD

Copper Island Park. Lot $102,000 / with trailer $127,000. 250-319-9312 or 250-851-1979.

Apt/Condos for Sale

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 Trailer 23ft. like new, fully loaded. $15,000. 250-554-1035. 28ft. Vanguard Legend Travel Trailer. No slides. Rear bdrm. Clean. $7,500. 250-851-2919. 9FT Okanagan Camper. F/S, bathroom. Good shape. $1,300/obo. 250-376-1841.

NORTH SHORE

Commercial/ Industrial N/Shore 1100sq/ft, 2-baths Multi-use. Phone to view 250-579-0004, 250-371-1014. Ofﬁce space 774 Victoria. Private secure entrance. Geoff 250-319-7188.

Homes for Rent

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

Open Road 2007 349, R.L. 36ft One owner, 3 slides, elec/stabilizers, awning. 1 ton 2005 Ford Diesel, 200,000km club cab $46,500 package (250) 372-5401 snoopy05@telus.net

Wanted Small Pick-up for dump loads, Must run good don’t care about looks. Will pay up to $800 (250) 3711333

Motorcycles 2010 Harley Davidson Dyna Street-Bob. Black, stage 1, new tires. $11,000. 319-5336.

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. 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.

2012 Road King, stock 103, ABS, Cruise, Full Size Tourpak, Rider Backrest, Custom Bars, No Scratches, 15,225 kms, $17,499.778-471-1089. 2014 Motorino XPH Electric Scooter bike. 850kms. No scrapes. $1400 250-574-9846

Off Road Vehicles Honda Big Red 3 Wheeler top shape $1550 250-554-0201

Recreational/Sale

2000 Dodge Ram 1500 S/Box 4x4. 8Cyl 5.9L Gas, Auto, 168,797km Fully loaded. GVWR 6,600lbs asking $9850 (250) 3205900

Boats

Scrap Car Removal 1979 Peterburough 14ft 4 seater c/w ladder, cover, paddle, anchor, and trailer. No Dents Or Scratches “MINT”. $3900.00 Doug 250 579-5944 2007 Sea Doo Speed Boat, 4 Seater.$15,000obo Call 250320-5194 (after 6pm)or lv msg

Sport Utility Vehicle

Erickson aluminum custom boat,new, 12’ one piece construction $3000 778-257-6079

Legal

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

1999 Silverado 1/2T. Grey, canopy. 43,000kms. Top shape. $5400. 778-470-1041.

Call: 250-371-4949

Vehicle Wanted

NO PETS

1984 Volvo (Collector), auto, air. 181,000kms. No winter driving. $3,200. 250-587-6151

Trucks & Vans 1983 GMC 2500 on propane. 350, auto. Running order. $800. 250-376-7195.

*Some conditions & restrictions apply. Private party only (no businesses).

(250)371-4949

318-4321

Antiques / Classics

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)

*some restrictions apply call for details

lilacgardens1@gmail.com

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

Run until sold

New Price $56.00+tax

ONLY $35.00(plus Tax)

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED

Transportation

2005 Hyundai Tucson. 100k, 2.0L, 4cyl, auto, new A/C, pwr windows, roof rack, super cond., never winter driven. N/S. $6,750. 250-3191946.

1997 Ranger. 3L, 5spd, std cab. $500. 778-470-0121.

N/Shore share 2bdrm apt. Quiet and clean. $400/mo inclds everything. 554-6761.

Sahali, daylight 1bdrm. $900/mo util incld. N/S, N/P. Ref’s. 250-372-0416.

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1 Bedroom Apartments $880 - $910

North Shore $400 per/mo incl util & basic cable, np/ns 250-554-6877 / 250-377-1020

Renter needed for 1 bedroom apartment downtown. Acacia Towers 7th ﬂoor All amenities included. Call 778-220-6566

Vision Fitness Treadmill. $250. Good shape. 250-5710716.

Real Estate

2006 VW Jetta TDI Highline, fully loaded, auto, sunroof. Very well maintained. 180,000kms, No accidents, very clean. $7,800/obo. 250-318-6257.

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

Recreational

Tools

Near TRU Room $325-per month util included. No Pets. 250-554-6877, 250-377-1020.

Sport Utility Vehicle

1997 GMC 3dr 4x4 auto, 350 engine, in good shape call for details $5000 (250) 573-3165

Riverfront 1bdrm daylight level entry, util incl $600. Now Avail. 250-579-9609.

Sporting Goods

Plants /Nursery

250.377-7275 www.berwickretirement.com

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

Large comfortable home in Westsyde, close to bus, shopping centre, schools. 4bdrms, 3-baths, large living area, gas fireplace, separate dining area, spacious kitchen lots of storage. $1850/mo. 3 references plus credit report. 250852-0595 for interview.

Yamaha Clavinova (Organ). Like new. Original $7700. Asking $1500. 250-372-0041.

2005 Malibu, auto, 4dr, 4cyl, no rust, clean, newer battery, stereo. $2600. 250-554-1023.

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

Fruit trees any kind. $35/each. 6 ft. tall. Russet & yellow potatoes. .75/lb.Call 250-376-3480.

Yamaha Arius YDPC71 Digital Upright Piano w/bench. 88 keys $850. 250-374-6700.

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

2005 Toyota Corolla 5 speed extra set of mounted tires /rims $4500.00 250-318-8870

1bdrm shr kit, priv bath, cls to TRU n/p, n/s suitable for student $775 util incl 372-8258

Under the Real Estate Tab FULLY FURNISHED TOWNHOUSE FOR SALE This very bright, fully furnished, three bedroom/two bath corner unit townhouse in Big White ski resort offers your very own hot tub, 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. $199,900 (May consider a trade for an apartment in Kamloops. Call Don at 250682-3984 for more information.

Musical Instruments

Recreational/Sale 2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $16,900. (778) 468-5050.

Shared Accommodation

BC Best Buy Classified’s

CHECK US OUT

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

Utilities not included

CALL 250-682-0312

Cars - Domestic

6976954 Independent and

1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Clean quiet buildings. Reasonable Rental Rates

URGENT

Rayleigh - Pulp mill stink free. 2002 Custom house, 5bdrms, 2-baths, two garages, wine cellar, red tiled roof etc. 1/2 acre lot. $448,000. 250-578-8681.

Senior Assisted Living

Legal Notices

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

NOTICE OF SALE WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT By the virtue of the Warehouse’s Lien Act, contents of the storage units, belonging to William Brundritt, D-1 Glenfair Manor, 1100 Glenfair Drive, Kamloops, B.C. and Kelly Callfas, 715 Dunrobin Drive, Kamloops, B.C. The goods will be sold on or after April 8, 2016. Central RV Mini Storage, 1236 Salish Rd, Kamloops, BC, V2H 1K1. 250-3149522.

Antiques / Classics

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.

7500513

STORAGE AVAILABLE LONG OR SHORT TERM 3 ACRES — SAFE & SECURE! 15 MIN EAST OF KAMLOOPS

10.5ft Okanagan Camper. Solar panels. Well maintained. $8,900/obo. 250-372-3437. 1989 Fleetwood AClass 120,000km slps 6, well kept, $7000obo (250) 579-9691

EZ Lift Hitch like new. $200. 250-376-7195.

Cars - Domestic

Rooms for Rent

2002 Honda Civic, base model. 244,000kms. Great running cond. $2700. 778-998-7164

1990 Ford Flair 27’ Motorhome. 104,000kms. Good condition. $10,049. 250-851-2579.

Large furn room, private bath/ent. util, cable, wifi, appl incl $460 Brock 250-879-0424

2004 Toyota Echo. 4dr, auto, air. Good shape. 113,000kms. $4,400. 250-376-0862.

2003 24ft travelair trailer like new, slps 6, a/c, oven micro qu bed $12000 250-573-2284

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ENTERTAINMENT

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT A&E COORDINATOR: JESSICA WALLACE 778-471-7533 or email jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

‘THEY CAN AFFORD TO COME HERE’ Movie biz booming with plunging loonie

DALE BASS STAFF REPORTER dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

icci Weller is busy these days — very busy. The film commissioner for the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) is showing off the area of the province in which we live to scouting crews from several potential movies.

It’s that area that is attracting potential shoots, she said, one that has the arid desert look, mountains, a majestic river and a community that can create a small-town look. A crew from Juggernaut is interested in the area because of that diversity, for example. “They really like the grasslands and mountains desert look,” she said. Another advantage is the option of two downtown areas in Kamloops, each with its own distinct ambience and feel. Movie representatives have been interested in the Tranquille Market area in particular, Weller said. There’s one production that will be using Kamloops as its set for some of the movie but using computer-generated imagery to slap an ocean into the scenes. Being close to Vancouver also helps, Weller said, as does being in the same time zone as Los Angeles, home to most movie-production companies. Ernie Malik is with the Power Rangers movie that arrives in Kamloops next month, shooting scenes downtown and in other locations. He said B.C. “has been hot for the last two decades” for movie productions. The new instalment of Power Rangers has been filming in Vancouver since the end of February, a city that has “so much going on right now,” he said. “The terrain in B.C. is incredible. It’s a destination for moviemakers.” This is Malik’s fifth time working on a movie being filmed in the province.

“The more you shoot in a region, you build a crew base, you get to know people,” he said. Brent O’Connor, a production manager who was in Kamloops years ago when Firewall was filmed in the region, is also interested in this area again, Weller said. One of the benefits is filming is manageable in the area, she added, and the community helps. “The businesses and the residents of the region get the credit,” she said. “They’re meeting with us, taking the time out to work with us.” “One of the biggest incentives is the exchange rate on the Canadian dollar, as are the tax incentives. Budgets are tight,” Weller said, “so the Canadian dollar [exchange rate] is really helping. They can afford to come here.” It’s a welcome return, as well. Big-production filming in the TNRD was slow in recent years — last year, only the X-Files reboot series came. Often, filming is done in the region but Power Rangers, for example, will be front and centre for Kamloopsians. Malik said there will be some days when parts of the downtown will be closed to traffic — vehicular and human — for scenes to be filmed. There will be advance notice before they close off the intersection of Victoria Street and Fourth Avenue, for example, so people know to stay away. He acknowledged that kind of notice might also provide an incentive to come down and watch. That’s OK, as well. There will be a need for extras to help fill out scenes, he said.

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KTW FILE PHOTOS Thompson-Nicola Regional District film commissioner Vicci Weller (above) has been busy showcasing the region to film scouting crews. Tax incentives and the exchange rate have made opportunities to shoot in the area more appealing as of late. The area has attracted big-budget movies in the past, however, such as Jennifer Lopez (An Unfinished Life) and Woody Harrelson (2012).