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COMMUNITY: • Yarn and yap drop-in program for senior knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needlepointers and like-minded people, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 293 Tranquille Rd. Continues every Wednesday to June 24. • Wii bowling, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd., 250376-7735.

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MUSIC: • The Librarian, 8 p.m. at CJ’s Night Club, 130 Fifth Ave. 19-plus event. Tickets: $10 in advance, $13 at the door.

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Stage rite Kamloops actress Kelsey Gilker was awarded the Emerging Artist Award at this year’s Mayor’s Gala for the Arts. KTW’s Dale Bass caught up with her after the accolades. Story/B2-B3

MUSIC: • Michael Turner Duo, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Dunes at Kamloops Golf Course, 652 Dunes Dr. No cover. • Ruby Bruce performs, 7 p.m., The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St., admission by donation.

TUE., APRIL 12 COMMUNITY: • World wide web class, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. , Kamloops Public Library, 465 Victoria St., 250-372-5145.

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ea-coloured water tumbles down from Bonaparte Plateau to the mouth of Kamloops Lake, as it has for thousands of years. But, for the first time in a long time, change in the Tranquille Creek is not due to the careless forays of miners, farmers, drivers and loggers who have plugged and diverted its channel in the past century. Work overseen by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans a little more than a year ago has resulted, so far, in a single channel making its way to the lake at Cooney Bay. There has also been work done by an excavator, volunteers and schoolchildren organized by Kamloops Fish & Game Club, who planted willow trees in a bid to restore creekside habitat. “We had 40 to 50 per cent success [in planting]” said Sandy McDonald, a retired biologist who helped with the project. “That’s to be expected.” Prior to the excavation to create a single channel — buttressed by locks and rocks to keep the current in line — the creek channelized so much by fall that it appeared to run dry as it flowed under the gravel to reach Kamloops Lake. “Historically, by the end of September, there were 15 channels out there,” McDonald said. “Fish couldn’t get up.” Despite its small volume, Tranquille Creek is home to pink and coho salmon runs — the latter species considered an endangered stock at serious risk of extinction in the South Thompson River system. Challenges to the sustainability of Tranquille Creek will involve more than just repairing its mouth.

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There is damage from park users placing rocks across the channel in summer to dam the river in low water. Farther upstream, recent work has been done to alter the channel through historic farming and water use. McDonald and the Secwepemc Fisheries Commission share the goal of restoring the river far up Tranquille Creek, including its canyon area, to allow salmon access. The commission recently completed construction, about 1.5 kilometres upstream of Kamloops Lake, of a Newbury riffle — reconstruction of the creek to stabilize its bank and create a backwater fish habitat. Through erosion of the bank, the creek was threatening to cut off access used by schoolchildren for the annual salmon release. Miranda Brooke, who oversees habitat restoration for the commission, said the $40,000 project was completed in August. “We have a strong interest in the creek. There’s an irrigation dam upstream about four kilometres,” she said. “We’ve been working with Tranquille Farms and are looking to eventually decommission the dam and bypass it so flows can be directed and increased in low water.” Completion of that work would allow salmon access into the canyon and beyond. Nearby, McDonald wants to see construction of a backwater channel to allow pooling of cool water, along with shade. This would provide a rest area for spawning salmon and a rearing area for juvenile coho that spend a year in freshwater before returning to sea. That will require a technical evaluation by an engineer to determine if it’s feasible. For now, McDonald wants to do more planting at the mouth to further buttress machine work. Success won’t be known for several years. “We want to give it a couple of years and a couple of freshets,” she said.

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Fans of farmers’ markets will get a chance next week to tour some of the spaces that could eventually host a year-round public market. An open house on Wednesday, April 13, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Terra restaurant, 326 Victoria St., wraps up a months-long study on bringing an all-year market to Kamloops. Shirley Culver of Community Futures Thompson Country, which is sponsoring the study along with the Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market Society, Thompson Shuswap Chef Farmer Collaborative and the Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition, said the open house will give the public a chance to weigh in on what they would like to see in the market. She added the public will also get a sense of what the costs would be to get the operation up and running. “It is going to take a substantial amount of money no matter what the recommendations are and that money is going to have to be found somewhere,” Culver said.

“But is that amount of money something we can achieve in the community? I think so.” Visitors can also see location options being put forward by Greenchain Consulting, which has been conducting the market study. Consultant Darren Stott said there are about a half-dozen possible sites for a public market, but some of them would slow down the process. Stuart Wood elementary, for example, is on the list, but the City of Kamloops is still in discussion with Thompson Rivers University about using the building for a downtown campus once the school closes this summer. The former Kamloops Daily News building has a similarly uncertain future, though the city is taking proposals on what to do with the Seymour Street site. A more immediate possibility is Hotel 540, which, as part of the open house, is offering tours of the vacant space that once housed Lake City Casino. “With Hotel 540, you have a very interested landlord, which is always really helpful,” Stott said. “But the economics have got to work. You have to look at the costs of having a location like that and what the revenues would need to

be to justify that. It’s a question for businesses, whether they could afford that rent based on their projections of their revenues.” Stott said the market could be built in the next year, but if vendors don’t feel ready to make the leap en mass, it could also be years away. About 60 businesses have thus far expressed interest in the market, Stott said. Greenchain is suggesting the market have six to eight permanent tenants, such as a fishmonger or green grocer, who would be open seven days a week, as well as a full indoor-outdoor farmers’ market with 60 to 100 vendors about twice a week during the growing season. Approximately 20 vendors could set up indoor in the off-season for continued weekly markets. Business owners have also requested the market have a commercial kitchen and food storage, along with amenities such as an entertainment space, eating area and demonstration kitchen. Following the open house, Culver said the groups that commissioned Greenchain’s study will meet again to decide whether to move ahead with the market.

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Council Calendar April 11 4:30 pm - Arts Commission Corporate Boardroom, City Hall April 12 9 am - Audit Committee Corporate Boardroom, City Hall 10:30 am - Council Budget Meeting 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting April 13 5:30 pm - Heritage Commission DES Boardroom, 105 Seymour Street April 14 3 pm - 7 pm - Kamplan Advisory Committee DES Boardroom, 105 Seymour Street April 18 9 am - Council Workshop Council Chambers, City Hall Regular City Council meetings are broadcast on Shaw Cable as follows: Thurs and Sat at 11 am and Sun at 7 pm. Council meetings can also be viewed online at: kamloops.ca/webcast. Meeting schedule is available at kamloops.ca/council.

Early Spring Checklist for your healthy landscape

Our early spring is inviting us outdoors, begging us to get our hands dirty. Here are some early spring lawn and garden tips to help kick off the season! 3 Now is a good time to prune shrubs, except for those that bloom in the spring. Spring bloomers can be pruned after flowering is done. Remove deadwood and encourage your shrub’s natural shape. 3 Cut back dead foliage on last year’s ornamental grasses and perennials before new growth starts. 3 Turn your compost pile to keep it decomposing or start composting now! 3 Get rid of weeds as they sprout. Try an acetic acid (vinegar) product for weed control in shrub and flower beds. 3 After your soil has absorbed winter moisture, top up your planting beds to a depth of about 7.5 cm (3”) with mulch. It helps prevent weeds and adds nutrients to your soil. 3 This is a great time to aerate and then top-dress your lawn with seed and compost or your favourite organic mix. It’s NOT the best time to dethatch or power rake though which is tough on a lawn and can give weeds a headstart. Wait until late spring or early fall to dethatch and only do so if it exceeds 1 cm (0.4”). To learn more about plant health and pest management, or to understand the new Pesticide Use Control Bylaw 26-4, visit

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Notes KGHM-Ajax Public Comment Period The public comment period regarding the Environmental Assessment for the KGHM Ajax mine ends April 11, 2016 (11:59 pm). Public should provide comments to the Environmental Assessment Office: Online: ajax.projects.eao.gov.bc.ca Fax: 250-387-0230 Mail: Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9V1 Comments submitted to the EAO are shared with CEAA and considered in both federal and provincial Environmental Assessments. Fire Hydrant Flow Testing From now until May 15, Kamloops Fire and Rescue will be Flow Testing the City's fire hydrants to ensure they are operating properly and have adequate flow. The testing is done to comply with Fire Underwriter requirements. The program will run 7 days a week from 9 am to 8 pm. During flow testing, poor water pressure and/or high turbidity levels may result. This situation is temporary and may last for up to four hours. If turbidity is detected, you are advised to run a cold water tap and avoid doing laundry until the turbidity clears up. Please assist us by keeping hydrants located near your property clear of vegetation, snow, obstructions, or tripping hazards for 1 meter around the hydrant in all directions. Hydrants that are unobstructed and easily seen help to ensure worker safety and avoid delays in emergency situations. Please note all private hydrant owners must have their hydrants tested at this time as well. For more information, call 250-828-3461 or visit kamloops.ca/firerescue

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Motorists are advised that bridge washing will take place the weekend of April 9th -10th (and possibly Saturday, April 16) starting at 6 am each day. As crews move across the bridge, short-term lane closures and detours may be in effect. Please obey all traffic control personnel and signage and use caution when driving in proximity to the workers. Your cooperation is appreciated.

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The lingering depression in the oil patch has again stretched all the way to Kamloops with news of 34 additional workers being laid off at Horizon North Logistics. A company official said the reduction in workers is classified as temporary, but there is no forecast when they may return to the job. Ben Bazinet, vice-president of human resources, said yesterday the Calgary-based manufacturer of modular buildings is looking for improvement in the oil patch, along with increased orders for its permanent modular business. It is also looking for opportunity with the development of

We’re primarily in the energy sector. “We’re continuing to see no change.” — BEN BAZINET, HORIZON NORTH VP OF HUMAN RESOURCES

the liquefied natural-gas industry promised by the B.C. Liberal government. Horizon North recently constructed a 26,000-square-foot office building at its facility in the Mount Paul Industrial Park on the Tk’emlups Indian Band land to showcase the technology. “We’re primarily in the energy sector,” Bazinet said of Horizon North’s dependence on oil and gas development. “We’re continuing to see no change.” While oil has rebounded to settle in below $40 (it closed yesterday at $37.26 per barrel),

the slight uptick has done nothing for capital spending by producers and related firms, which are continuing to cut costs and shutter development. This month marks just the latest round of layoffs at Horizon North. In February, it laid off more than 80 workers, but forecast it would bring back half. In January 2015, it laid off its first batch of 50 workers following the plunge in oil prices. With the latest change, Bazinet said the company employs about 200 people in Kamloops.

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Forget about what’s in a name — the Kamloops-Thompson board of education trustees debated the definition of a school itself Monday night as they revisited a recent name-change decision. The caution was likely drawn from the realization that in February, trustees passed a motion they thought was renaming the educational facility the district operates on McGill Road to be McGill elementary. However, a careful review of that motion determined trustees had actually, through the wording of the motion, renamed the Stuart Wood elementary building on St. Paul Street, home now to a student, teaching and support staff community that will be moving to McGill Road in September. On Monday night, trustee Joan Cowden first moved the McGill Road school be again named Beattie elementary, the name it was given in the late 1950s to honour the six Beattie sisters who were pioneers in education in the city. Cowden noted it had carried that name for the 11 years she taught there and acknowledged the name was

adapted a decade ago when the building Cowden said when she made the became home to the district’s first fineoriginal motion in February, it was arts school. based on emotion and her hope changHowever, trustee Gerald Watson ing the name would give the students questioned the wording, asking if it was and teachers a fresh start after seeing changing the name of the school or the Stuart Wood closed. building, and other trustees gave examShe said she was wrong and should ples of schools that have been housed have recommended Beattie elementary in various buildings that as the name. have retained their original Watson again questioned names. what was being named and For example, the Beattie moved an amendment — fine-arts school itself has which was carried — that been located on the Juniper, the motion specifically state McGill and John Peterson the district is naming the campuses — and designated McGill Road building and that way. the school contained in it to The Twin Rivers be Beattie elementary. Education Centre has been District vice-chair Megan housed in various other Wade pointed out eliminatschool buildings that have ing the name Beattie School GERALD WATSON retained their original of the Arts might upset gradnames. uates from the school and Added to the discussion was a precause some name confusion, but noted sentation made by retired teacher Sheila it’s something that can be overcome. Park, who told trustees last month they In February, trustees decided to should honour the educational herirename the kindergarten to Grade 12 tage and contribution of the six Beattie fine-arts school that will be created in sisters. September on the John Peterson camSince then, the city’s historical society pus the Kamloops School of the Arts. also weighed in on the need to respect The motion eventually passed unanithe contribution of the Beattie sisters. mously.

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Pooler said. As roads are closed, parking will also be affected. “But just park a block away and walk,” Pooler said. “Come on downtown and check out the fun.” Businesses have called the KCBIA to find out if they can still have deliveries or if they need to open back doors for customers to enter, but Pooler has assured them any delays will be short and pedestrians can still walk on the streets. Ernie Malik, spokesman for the production company, said any impact on traffic — vehicular and pedestrian — will be minimal as they shoot in pockets

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The nuance of names

ith apologies to the Bard: A school by any other name is still a confusing

mess. So, we had Beattie elementary, which begat Beattie School of the Arts (McGill campus), which begat McGill elementary, which begat Beattie elementary in the McGill Road building. I think some Welsh names have been easier to understand. The name game concerning the school on McGill Road, just east of Columbia Street, was finally settled this week (he said with hope in his voice and doubt in his heart). The road to the final monicker moment was filled with frustrating and comical potholes. Frustrating because the Kamloops-Thompson school district tried to stick to its bland 2008 policy that steers away from naming schools after notable people and instead slaps on the buildings geographical names with all the creativity as a bar graph. Comical because trustees inadvertently renamed grand old Stuart Wood elementary when attempting to rechristen Beattie with the McGill elementary label. In the end, a history lesson from Sheila Park, a retired teacher who told trustees they should honour the educational heritage and contribution of the six Beattie sisters, and a letter from the city’s historical society helped convince the school board to retain the Beattie name. In an add addendum, the board agreed to affix “McGill Road building” to the end of “Beattie elementary,” as per trustee Gerald Watson’s suggestion.

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MUSINGS I suppose it is a harmless, if cumbersome, addition, and it is a certainty nobody in the history of mankind (save members of this school board) will ever refer to the school in conversation as “Beattie elementary in the McGill Road building.” The entire exercise does remind us the names of anything — buildings, bridges, arenas and even people — are often in the mind and mouths of the beholder. Consider the arena downtown in which the Kamloops Blazers play and in which the United States national women’s hockey team just this week won the world championship. Officially, the title was won in Sandman Centre, but many of those to whom I spoke insisted on saying the game was played at ISC (Interior Savings Centre, the previous monicker of the building). The three letters roll off the tongue with ease, have been ingrained in our minds from years of use and have a zippy sound. The words “Sandman Centre,” on the other hand, always make me feel sleepy.

Travelling further back in time, I heard no fewer than two references to Riverside Coliseum from older fans at the recent Kamloops-Kelowna playoff game at Memorial Arena, It is often with what we become comfortable that becomes the de facto name of something. When I was a kid living in the Fraser Valley, every time our parents would pile us into the car to drive to Vancouver, we kids would get excited because we were going to cross the Orange Bridge. I was in my teens before I realized our beloved Orange Bridge was, officially, the Port Mann Bridge. In Kamloops, the bridge that connects downtown to the North Shore is perhaps the subject of the most confusion — and controversy. A proposed name change a few years ago elicited a fury of opposition from residents. And the name itself results in mistakes rolling off tongues throughout the city. Notwithstanding the lady who called me last year to reprimand us for adding an unnecessary “S” to the name, the span is indeed Overlanders (plural) and not Overlander. Why the bridge is Overlanders and the road is Overlander and the care home is Overlander and the August celebration is Overlanders remains a mystery. When in doubt, which is often for me, I reach back into my childhood and simply head over the Thompson River by way of the Blue Bridge. editor@kamloopsthisweek.com Twitter: @ChrisJFoulds

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LIFTED VEHICLES A SAFETY RISK ON B.C. ROADS Editor: With this week’s death on Vancouver Island of Const. Sarah Beckett, we now have lost a very important member of the RCMP force do to a large pickup truck. I was a licenced automotive mechanic, heavy-

duty mechanic and B.C. vehicle inspector. This accident was the fault of the pickup’s configuration being changed from a normal pickup truck to an off-road vehicle. The vehicle had a lift kit installed to raise the height of the truck much

higher than a normal pickup truck, bringing the front and rear bumpers higher. In addition, putting on larger tires will also raise the height. Looking at the accident scene, one can see the bumper hit high up

on the RCMP cruiser’s driver’s door. No amount of safety cage will stop the door from coming into the driver of this or any other vehicle of normal size. My feeling is that all high-raised vehicles should not be allowed on B.C. roads for these

safety reasons. A normal car or a new electrical car will not stand a chance of not being destroyed if being hit by one of these altered vehicles, as we see from this accident. Frank Lang Kamloops

WE DIDN’T HAVE SYRIAN REFUGEE ‘ADVANTAGES’ Editor: Re: Barry Campbell’s letter of April 1 (‘Let’s hear from First Nations’): I would like to express my admiration toward his courage to write these words about the latest wave of immigrants coming to Canada and Europe. I completely agree with Campbell and have the same opinion on all subjects he wrote about. It is as if it was me

who wrote the letter. Even though I am an immigrant to Canada, it was 34 years ago. At that time, we didn’t have such advantages as today’s Syrian immigrants get from government. We had to repay the cost of our airline tickets, we went to work within two months of our arrival and we brought our skills, along with our college education, when we applied for jobs. But I am afraid Campbell will not get

answers to his questions from responsible people. I tried to address many concerns about our environment. A year ago, I started writing letters to government offices. I still have no answers. But I haven’t given up and I wish Campbell luck. Vera Durst Logan Lake

HOPEFULLY MORE RECOGNIZE BRAVERY OF NEW RESIDENTS Editor: Re: The April 1 letter from Megha Sequeira (‘Accents show bravery’) was well stated. Hopefully more people will recognize the bravery and consider the challenges faced by so many new residents of Canada as a result of her letter. I am always greatly impressed by the determined people who come here to study, make a new home or rescue themselves and their children from horrible situations in other parts of the world. It is plucky folks like this who have created the Canada we enjoy today. I welcome all of you, admire your courage and hope to one day express my appreciation to you in a sentence or two of your home language. Deb Alore Kamloops

It is plucky folks like this who have “created the Canada we enjoy today.”

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“It appears that the 18,000 pages of the application is not science, but a wish list for a best case scenario of a mine too big and too close. “Time to head back to the drawing board, or better yet, leave Kamloops.” — posted by Nelsonx1

RE: STORY: KAMLOOPS MAYOR WILL LEAD TOUR OF MINING TOWNS IN ONTARIO, QUEBEC:

“Save the taxpayers an expensive trip and learn something meaningful from Canada’s own largest open-pit mining example located right here, in our geographical desert climate.” — posted by Les Evens “I would be interested in hearing from people . . . What would you try to become more informed about if you were to go on this trip for Kamloops?” — posted by geo

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Tickets for the 2016 Y Dream Home lottery went on sale Monday and are already moving quickly. Lottery marketing manager Bryce Herman said value packs — five tickets for the price of four — sold out in just over three weeks last year and are on track to deplete at a similar rate. The annual fundraiser in support of the Kamloops YMCA-YWCA is in its 20th year and looking to surpass $3 million raised through the lifespan of the lottery. Last year’s program raised just under $250,000. “It was a great year last year. It was, really, very successful,” Herman said. “We’ve budgeted somewhere around $170,000, but we’re hop-

ing to surpass that.” The grand prize 3,500-square-foot Westsyde home at 703 Hayward Place is valued at $636,500. The house is the product of an award-winning partnership between the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s Central Interior chapter and Thompson Rivers University trades and technology students. It has four bedrooms and a xeriscaped landscape. Open houses kick off this weekend and will continue every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. until June 26. New this year is a partnership with Art Knapp Garden Centre and Florist, which will be outfitting the deck. Those furnishings will be included in the home, in addition to the usual appliances. The prize pool continues

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to grow, with an additional 326 opportunities to win. Thousands of dollars in added prizes are up for grabs and the odds to win are one in 34. Proceeds from the lottery support various initiatives at the Kamloops Y, allowing it to continue its family and outreach programming, Herman said. Over the years, proceeds have also allowed development and expansion of Y facilities. There are 792 value packs available and the remainder of the 11,000 tickets cost $100 each. The last day to purchase tickets will be June 29, though the lottery has sold out four years in a row, with the last few tickets selling 10 days early last year. For tickets, call 1-877870-2838. To learn more about the house or the lottery, go online to ydreamhome.com.

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Seniors’ centre expands scope, offerings to age groups DALE BASS STAFF REPORTER dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

They’re using the word “neighbourhood” a lot more these days at the Centre for Seniors Information (CSI) in Brocklehurst. There’s a reason for that, said CSI executive director Brenda Prevost — while the organization remains focused on those 50 and older, an expansion being celebrated today is available for any age group that needs to rent a hall or commercial-sized kitchen for an event. The city’s two MLAs will attend the ribbon-cutting of the Kamloops Neighbourhood Kitchen this morning, one made possible by a $150,000 grant CSI received from the province just 10 months ago, money to build a new kitchen that can provide a daily lunch program, food canning and preserving, as well as job-skills development opportunities.

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Volunteer Inez Schuster (right), handed out presents to Anna and Fred Cavaliere in this 2012 file photo taken at the Centre for Seniors’ Information in Northills Centre. The centre is now opening its doors to additional age groups.

The kitchen can also serve the hall adjacent to and operated by CSI, one that comes with a stage and sound sys-

tem. Both sides of the centre are licensed — except for office space — making the additions attractive for parties,

weddings and other events. The existing kitchen area will remain, she said, but will serve more as a place for coffee and snacks for the seniors who drop in on a daily basis to socialize, play some pool or cards or take in a course. The new kitchen has three gas-fired ovens, one large convection oven, two commercial dishwashers and a big island for food preparation. Prevost said the venture is designed as a social enterprise to generate revenue to keep the operation sustainable. CSI has been successful applying for grants and obtaining private donations, she said, “but you can’t keep doing just that.” The Class Act Theatre company uses the hall and stage now for its plays and every Tuesday is bingo night but the options for using the space — which would accommodate up to 350 people — are as big as the Kamloops neighbourhood itself.

SPCA one step closer to new shelter The Kamloops SPCA is another step closer to a new shelter. At a public hearing on Tuesday night, Kamloops city council agreed to rezone 2815 Tranquille Rd. to allow the light-industrial property to be used for an animal shelter. Director of development services Marvin Kwiatkowski said council had no major objections to the change in use. The SPCA planned to buy the lot near the Kamloops Airport if the rezoning was successful, in order to eventu-

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perfect storm of marketplace, weather and snow conditions made for a record winter at Sun Peaks Resort. “This year, it just kept snowing, we had fantastic weather, temperatures have been great, with fresh snow followed by spells of sunshine, like we have for this weekend, and it’s been a perfect combination,” said Tourism Sun Peaks president Christopher Nicolson, who is leaving his post to become president and CEO of Canada West Ski Areas Association at the end of the month. “And the U.S. dollar has attracted guests north and kept Canadians at home.” With the 2015-2016 season set to wrap up on Sunday, there are numbers that back up what Nicolson is saying. The benchmark season heading into this past winter was 2007-2008, when there was major growth in the U.S. skiing marketplace, before the economy crashed, and fantastic conditions atop Tod Mountain Road. That year, the resort reached 70,000 room nights, the main statistic used to determine how well the mountain is doing, which is the number of hotel rooms guests booked at the resort throughout the winter. With a touch more than 71,000 room nights this season, Nicolson said the resort eclipsed the 2007-2008 high-water mark by 3.6 per cent and posted a 13.4 per cent increase on the 2014-2015 season, one of the most disappointing in recent memory. “This winter was a massive success and it follows a huge success last summer,” Nicolson said. Sun Peaks reported a summer-season room-nights record in 2015. Aidan Kelly, director of sales and marketing for Sun Peaks Resort, had more news to share. “For the first time ever, we will surpass the 350,000 skier visit number,” Kelly said. “This beats the previous record set in 2007-2008 (about 340,000 skier visits) just before the great recession hit, which impacted the tourism

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industry significantly.” There were nearly 20 per cent more skier visits this season than in 2014-2015. “The resort’s new terrain, making it the second-largest ski area in Canada, has enticed new visitors over the past two winters,” Kelly said. In 2013-2014, Sun Peaks had a strong start to the season, but ideal weather and snow conditions tapered off in February and the resort experienced a down spring. It was a different story this February and March — and strong spring-break numbers helped push Sun Peaks into record territory. “Overall, with this winter and last summer’s growth, the energy is building up to a critical mass and tipping point for Sun Peaks,” Nicolson said. “There’s a momentum right now that Kamloops is a big, big

part of and there’s an energy that’s building. “The growth isn’t so much in brick and mortar, but in a sense of the destination and the vibe of the destination.” Of course, a lack of snow can stop that momentum in its tracks, but the white stuff fell steadily this season. “From a Sun Peaks perspective and snowpack, anytime we’re over 200 centimetres, we’re in a good year,” Nicolson said. “We were hitting 250 centimetres. Even right now, we’re at 230.” There are a few more days left to enjoy it. “It’s springtime now and you don’t ski as hard. It’s more social. It’s patios and sunshine,” Nicolson said. “This weekend is going to be epic. It’s going to be hot and sunny. Bring your sunscreen.”

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Ryan Rehill and Matt Needham walked into their hockey home for the last time. It was time to move on from the Kamloops Blazers. “It’s tough to be done, coming into the rink again for the last time,” said Needham, who was at Sandman Centre for exit meetings on Tuesday when he spoke to KTW. “It’s tough seeing it all kind of slip away. “It becomes a routine, a habit, like coming home. Walking into the rink and for this to be the last time I’ll be doing that as part of the team, it definitely hits you.” Needham, Rehill and Gage Quinney are the Blazers’ graduating 20-year-old players who watched their WHL careers come to an end when Tomas Soustal lifted the Kelowna Rockets to a 2-1 victory with an overtime winner in Game 7 of a Western Conference quarter-final series on Monday at Prospera Place. Rehill, a defenceman, was on the ice when Soustal scored. He took a knee and watched the Rockets celebrate. Perhaps he was wondering where all the time had gone. “It’s weird when you think about it like that, that it’s the last time walking through those doors as a Blazer,” Rehill said on Tuesday, standing outside the Blazers’ dressing room. “It’s definitely gone by really fast since the first time I came in when I was 16. To go through it with great guys and great teammates and great staff, and it was awesome to build a relationship with Toledo [Kamloops trainer Colin Robinson], and getting to play under great coaches like Guy Charron and Don Hay. “I did a lot of learning and growing as a player and a person. It’s very special to me.” Needham was the Blazers’ first-round pick in the 2010 WHL Bantam Draft. He played the fifth-most regular-season games (317) in blue in orange in franchise history and was the second three-season captain in club history, joining Ajay

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Matt Needham was named captain of the Kamloops Blazers when he was 18 and became the second player in franchise history to wear the C for three seasons. The Penticton product has aged out of major-junior hockey after playing 317 games in blue and orange, good for fifth on the Blazers’ all-time games-played list.

Baines as the only other Blazer to accomplish the feat. “I made Kamloops my home,” said Needham, a Penticton product. “My family moved here. I met a lot of great people and had a lot of amazing times. I’ll never forget everyone.” The 5-foot-10, 184-pound centre recorded 87 goals, 247 points and 262 penalty minutes with the Blazers and finished his career plus-44. “Matt was a first-round pick by the Blazers and played his whole career here,” Kamloops head coach Don Hay said. “He did a lot of good things on and off the ice. He’s been a real solid performer for us. He’s been a good captain.” While Needham came to Kamloops with high expectations, Rehill, picked 132nd overall by the Blazers in the 2010 bantam draft, arrived in the Tournament Capital knowing he would have to grind his way onto the roster. That’s exactly what he did.

“With Rehill, I think he just continued to improve throughout his junior career,” Hay said. “He started off as more of a rugged player and turned into a key guy for us, played a lot of minutes and was a real important player.” Rehill played 249 games with the Blazers over four seasons, tallying 21 goals, 81 points and a whopping 508 penalty minutes. He fought 36 times and finished with a plus-1 rating. The New Jersey Devils used the 131st pick in the 2014 NHL Draft to select Rehill, but he has not yet signed an NHL contract. “It’s still all up in the air,” said Rehill, a 6-foot-3, 218-pound D-man from Edmonton. “I’m talking to my agent, hoping a pro team calls.” Needham is exploring pro-hockey options, but is also considering putting his WHL scholarship to use. See UNHERALDED, A15

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The Thompson Rivers WolfPack stayed at home following the search for a new women’s soccer head coach, hiring Kelly Shantz to fill the role vacated by the firing of Tom McManus earlier this year. Shantz, a Kamloops native, former Cariboo College Chief and longtime head coach of the Kamloops Heat summer soccer team, was announced as the WolfPack’s new bench boss earlier this week, assuming the reins of the club immediately. “It gets into your blood as a coach,” Shantz said, harkening back to his nine years as an assistant coach with the WolfPack under former coaches Eric Schweizer and McManus. “It’s nice to do the Xs and Os and the soccer part of it, but in a community this size, to be a part of something that is part of the culture, that is part of the fabric, is pretty cool when you combine both things.” The WolfPack parted ways with McManus in January, notifying the seven-year head coach the club would be “going in a different direction,” despite having qualified for the Canada West playoffs for the first time in the program’s history in Canadian Interuniversity Sport in 2015. The athletics department embarked on a nationwide search following the decision, deciding on Shantz after a lengthy hiring process. “We felt very positive about all of the candidates that we looked at — we felt we were in a win-win situation,” athletics

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director Ken Olynyk told KTW. “He [Shantz] had tremendous passion to do this and I think his strength in the community and his connections across the province and the region is very important for us.” Both Shantz and Olynyk discussed the culture of the program as something that would need to change under new leadership, having previously lacked focus, commitment and accountability. “I’m not saying that was just reflective of the past coach, that’s reflective of the kids that were in the program,” Olynyk said. Shantz said his vision is of a yearround program, despite the Canada West soccer season concluding

in November. The nation’s dominant programs don’t take time off once the season ends, he said. Teams in Canada’s East play in indoor winter soccer leagues. On the Coast, the weather permits yearround outdoor play. “That’s the bar that we have to get up to, to climb the standings,” Shantz said. “As much as was made that we got into the playoffs last year, which is great, it was with a sub-.500 record and they expanded the playoffs from four to six teams and we finished sixth. The boys did just about as well as we did and didn’t make the playoffs. “We shouldn’t have any illusions that the intensity, the culture of achievement needs to go up.”

The WolfPack finished the 2015 season 5-7-2. A main focus of Shantz’s this summer will be recruitment — the Wolves are expected to lose as many as 12 players for 2016, some to graduation, others to institutions that offer educational programs TRU doesn’t. It will be a busy summer, but both the athletics department and Shantz, who will continue his career outside of coaching, too, are confident the team will be ready when camp opens in August. “We’re on the same page,” Olynyk said. Shantz agreed. “We understand this is a full-time job and our expectation is that we have a full-time coach.”

TRU BASEBALL IN ACTION TODAY The Thompson Rivers WolfPack will play a fourgame series against the Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs over three days this weekend, with the series-opener scheduled for 6 p.m. today.

The Wolves will play two games tomorrow against the Dawgs — 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. — before wrapping up the series on Sunday at noon. All four contests will be played at Norbrock Stadium.

Thompson Rivers is 4-4 on the season, having lost a pair of games to PBA — 15-6 and 14-4 — in the campaign’s opening weekend. PBA, meanwhile, is 6-2, with a pair of losses to the Okanagan College Coyotes.

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It’s soccer season A handful of Kamloops Youth Soccer Association house league teams will be on the pitch today, the first of more than 200 clubs to take to the field in the association’s spring/ summer season. Roughly 3,600 boys and girls between five and 18 years old have registered to play with the KYSA this season. The first major event of the 2016 calendar will be the Mike Bartram Memorial Youth Soccer Tournament, which is being held May 7 and May 8 on McArthur Island. The tourney includes teams in the under-13 to under-18 age groups. June 4 and June 5 will feature the Errol Wild Memorial Active Start Mini-Soccer Festival, showcasing under-five to under-12 divisions in a non-competitive event staged on pitches around the city. Finally, the 38th annual Slurpee Cup tournament is scheduled for Victoria Day long weekend, May 21 to May 23. The event includes the KYSA’s select teams and draws an average of 175 clubs

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With summer around the corner, Thompson Rivers University has released its schedules for athletic camp offerings this summer. Returning again this summer will be the McDonald’s/TRU Summer Sports Camps, the longest-running of their type in Kamloops. Full and half-day camps for boys and girls ages four to 13 will be available beginning July 4 and running through to Sept. 2. Offerings will include soccer, basketball, volleyball, racquet sports, adventure basics, water sports, ball hockey and the all-female girl power camp. They will run Monday to Friday, 8:30

a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Costs are $135 for half-day offerings and $250 for full-day camps. Earlybird specials (25 per cent off) are available between April 11 and May 1. The university will also offer Multi-Sport Pro D camps on April 18, May 16, May 23 and June 30. Cost is $40 and the programs will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The WolfPack will also offer the WolfPup Camp, designed for children between four and six years old. It runs all summer long. On the competitive end, the university will be offering three highperformance camps. The Olynyk Klynyk, run by NBA player and Kamloops native Kelly Olynyk of the Boston Celtics, is set for July 19 to July 22. The WolfPack women’s volleyball coaching staff will run an elite camp from Aug. 14 to Aug. 18, while the men’s basketball program will coordinate a high-performance camp from Aug. 29 to Sept. 1, which will include Canada West all-star Volodymyr Iegorov.

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THIEVES TARGET STORAGE SHED Sometime between Sunday, April 3rd and Tuesday, April 5th, thieves broken into a shed on the 400 block of Battle St. The shed is located on the back of the property near an alleyway and was locked at the time of the theft. Theses thieves took their time and would have needed a vehicle to transport all the stolen property. Once the shed door was forced opened, a Toro snow blower, a skil saw, 10 x 10-foot canopy was taken. All the property descriptions and serial numbers has been listed with the police and can be easily identified by the owner. This is a good reminder to make sure the sheds have a good locks on them and record any serial number of your property. There is a very good possibility someone may have seen someone with the snow blower or the other property being loaded into a vehicle. If you have any information on this theft, please contact Crime Stoppers you will receive a cash reward upon the arrest of the suspect.

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POWER, Sheldon Christopher B: 1992-07-27 Age 23 Caucasian male 175 cm (5’9”) 64 kg (141 lbs) Brown Hair Brown Eyes WANTED FOR: Fail to Comply with Probation

If you know where any of these people are, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). The tip line pays up to $2,000 for information leading to the arrest of fugitives. Remember, Crime Stoppers just wants your information, not your name. Crime doesn’t pay, but Crime Stoppers does. This program is jointly sponsored by Kamloops Crime Stoppers & Kamloops This Week. People featured are wanted on arrest warrants not vacated as of 3 p.m. on April 6, 2016

TRAVEL TRAILER BROKEN INTO The owner of a travel trailer had parked the trailer in a locked compound on the 100 block of Briar Avenue when it was broken into. The suspects cut through the fence of the compound, located the trailer, smashed out a side window then unlocked the door. The thieves took a 26 inch Sony TV, a Bell express “express vu” box, a Nomad satellite receiver as well

as some small personal items. The owners of trailer had done the right thing to prevent the trailer from being stolen but items of value should have been removed if the trailer is not used regularly. This property can be easily identified by the owner and the serial numbers have been recorded by the police. If you buy property that is a “good deal” be aware it could

Sometime overnight on Monday, March 28th Tru Market Auto Sales on West Victoria Street was broken into. This car lot has been in this location for over 20 years and is a good corporate citizen to the community. A window was forced open on the east side of the building and the suspects once inside had full access to the entire

building. Good crime prevention techniques prevented anything from being taken. The street where the theft took place is busy at all hours of the day and night with vehicle and pedestrian traffic. There have been a number of commercial break and enters in the City, now is the time to find out who is committing these crimes. There

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — Jordan Spieth picked up right where he left off a year ago. Just another birdie-filled round at the Masters. Looking very much like the player who romped to a dominating victory a year ago, the 22-year-old Texan threw up a 6-under 66 on a breezy Thursday at Augusta National to claim a familiar position: the top spot on the leaderboard. Spieth set a tournament record with 28 birdies in 2015, leading after every round on the way to an 18-under score and his first major title. That sparked one of the great years in golf history, as he went on to capture the U.S. Open at Chambers Bay, just missed out on a playoff in the British Open, and took the runner-up spot behind Jason Day at the PGA Championship. Day is now the top-ranked player in the world and came into the Masters as the betting favourite. He certainly looked the part playing in the afternoon, shooting a 5-under 31 on the front side to pull within one stroke of the lead. Don’t expect Spieth to shy away from the challenge. “We just stay patient with what we’re doing,’’ he said. “We know how to win this golf tournament.’’ Spieth rolled in six birdies — all from within 15 feet — and stayed away from

Jordan Spieth fired a 6-under 66 yesterday at the Masters. Rickie Fowler shot 80.

bogey with some impressive saves, most notably at the par-3 fourth, where he pulled off a delicate up-and-down from a treacherous side of the green. After the putt rolled in, Spieth pumped his fist. “That keeps momentum there,’’ he said. Even though the course was softened overnight by strong thunderstorms, the wind whipping across Augusta National made it tough to go low. It didn’t seem to bother Spieth, who is trying to become only the fourth player to win back-to-back titles. Tiger Woods was the last to do it in 2001 and 2002. The others were Jack

Nicklaus and Nick Faldo. Among the early finishers, England’s Paul Casey and Justin Rose were Spieth’s closest challengers, each shooting a 69. Four-time major winner Rory McIlroy, who is only missing the Masters from his career Grand Slam, teed off in the final group of the day. One big name shot himself out of the tournament on the very first hole. Ernie Els seven-putted — yep, seven — on the way to a sextuple-bogey 10, the highest score ever on the 445-yard hole known as “Tea Olive.’’ No one had ever posted higher than an 8. What made the scene even more surreal, Els’ first putt was a mere 2-footer for par, and his longest attempt was just 4 feet, the ball rolling back and forth past the cup in a scene that would’ve made even a weekend duffer cringe. Then, with his frustration boiling over, the Big Easy carelessly missed from less than a foot with a sloppy one-handed swat. Rickie Fowler, perhaps the best player without a major title, ruined his hopes as well on Day One. His opening drive went sailed into the trees, leading to a double-bogey, and he found both the trees and the creek on No. 13, taking a triple-bogey on the par-5 hole that often gives up plenty of birdies and eagles. At the 16th, Fowler dunked another ball in the water, leading to his second double-bogey of the round.

He finished with an 80, his worst score ever at the Masters. On the 30th anniversary of his sixth and last Masters title, Nicklaus joined Gary Player to hit the ceremonial opening tee shots shortly after sunrise. Arnold Palmer could only watch, having decided not to swing the club this year because of health issues. The 86-year-old Palmer did ride a cart out to the first tee, offering that familiar wink and thumbs-up. He also posed for a picture with his two longtime rivals and friends, who combined to win seven straight Masters in the 1960s and collectively won 34 major championships. Player, the 80-year-old South African who said he prepared by doing 1,300 situps and crunches, belted his drive down the middle. The 76-year-old Nicklaus hit it higher and shorter. “Gary won his tournament this year,’’ Nicklaus said with a grin. “I hit a pop-up.’’ “I wouldn’t be too concerned about me outdriving you too much,’’ Player replied, “because you did it to me for 50 damn years.’’ But this moment was all about Palmer. “It was gratifying and sad, because everything shall pass,’’ Player said. “But it was nice to have him on the tee. I dedicated my first tee shot to him in respect. It’s a very special moment.’’ After the original Big Three’ stepped aside, the 80th Masters began for real.

Obituaries & In Memoriam Malcolm Swing February 9, 1924? - April 4, 2016 Malcolm Swing went peacefully to his final rest, proud and dignified to the end. He is survived by his wife Helen, daughters Anita (Grant) and Sandy (Chris), grandchildren Emile and Isabel, sister Stella in India and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and India. While the world has lost a colourful man, thankfully it has not lost the wealth of his colourful paintings which grace a great many rooms worldwide. Malcolm was born in Lucknow, India, coming to Canada to marry Helen Forbes in 1961. He arrived in this country with many tales of his exploits as a young man, most of which involved his considerable athletic talents. He was on the Indian Olympic track and field team, never getting a chance to compete with the advent of WWII. In the Indian Air Force, he won the Victor Ludorum cup for best all-round athlete. Throughout his life, he carried a photo of himself with the cup, showing it to anyone who asked about his life.

In Loving Memory of

GORDON AND MABEL CHRISTIE

He was always proud of his daughters’ accomplishments, often carrying around our diplomas/degrees to show to people. He uncomplainingly cared for his wife Helen in her decline with dementia, showing enduring love and admiration for her strength of character and her athletic prowess. Many will remember the vision of our parents dancing together, as they did a great deal throughout their life together. Others would often stop dancing to marvel at the handsome pair whirling skillfully around the dance floor. This is one of many memories to cherish. Heartfelt thanks to all staff at Kamloops Seniors Village for their respect, kindness, care and support. We have truly felt part of a community and are eternally grateful for the good people you are.

Your Loving Family

Without question, Malcolm’s greatest gift and passion was his painting. His favourite themes were the landscapes around Thunder Bay (the Sleeping Giant, Mount McKay, the grain elevators), scenes from rural Indian life, scenes from Christian scriptures peopled with Indian figures, and, latterly, the landscape and landmarks of Kamloops, BC. All his life he loved going out, shopping, talking to people. He made friends with people from all walks of life and was known for his generosity. Malcolm’s was a figure that stood out, always a dapper dresser right down to his choice of rings, bolo tie and beret.

A good and long life has been lived. Rest in peace, Dad.

Arrangements were entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services (250) 554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

Gene Morrow

April 2009

We cried when you passed away, We still cry today. Although we loved you dearly, We couldn’t make you stay. Golden hearts stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

Malcolm and Helen raised their daughters in Thunder Bay, Ontario, where Malcolm worked as an art teacher at Selkirk High School, beloved of all his students. He took early retirement to open Maharaja Antiques, where he held court, painted and transacted business.

Celebration of Life

A Celebration of Life Tea for Gene Morrow will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2016 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Desert Gardens Seniors Community Centre (540 Seymour Street), Kamloops, BC. Arrangements were entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services (250) 554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

John Burns Shaw

April 26, 1933 – April 4, 2016

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our wonderful husband, father, grandpa and great-grandpa John Burns Shaw. John is survived by his wife of 58 years Jean, his children Heather, Robert (Lori), Tanya (Mike), his grandchildren Dalyn (Evan), Mikey, Sam, Maddy, great-grandchild Haven and sister Pinx (Chuck). John was predeceased by his father John, mother Mary and sister Betty. He will be dearly missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, April 11, 2016 a 1:00 pm, in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Drive, Kamloops, BC. Special thanks to Karmen, Interior Health and Jamie, ICU nurse at RIH. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com 250-554-2577

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Obituaries  Obituaries & &In InMemoriam Memoriam  sadie Martin MaryelizabetH Lou Smoker

October 1927 Sadie Elizabeth29, Martin (nee- March 28, 2016 Parasiuk) born June 19, 1944 Mary Lou,SK., left beloved in Ormside, this world of peacefully at home wife Al (deceased) and in theaway presence of loved passed peacefully on April 3, 2015. inoneshospice on Sadie Easter shared her final journey with Monday. her youngest son Darren and Mary Lou is survived daughter Debbie; she faced by death like she faceddaughters life with her loving braveryO’Connell, and dignity – a true Sue Kathy inspiration to alland that knewfoster her. Saunders

No words canBih truly describe her loving personality, zest daughter Lang Cheung (Kar Yan for lifeChris), and a heart that was so big and beautiful that and grandchildren Chris and everyone who(Michelle), met her instantly Katlin loved her.and The world has Jay Fitch Jenn lost a great soul and heaven will be rejoicing that they O’Connell, great-grandson Owen (Jay gained one. and Michelle), and soon to be second Sadie leaves behind her sister Valerie three and natural great-grandson (Jenn and (Tony), Corey) children Desiree (Karl), Debbie (Joellen) and Darren first great-granddaughter (Jay and (Graziella) and her step-son Gerald (Debbie). Seven Michelle). loving grandchildren Crystal (Brent), Brandy (DJ), Dustin (Cali), Jordan (Jayme), Amanda, and William. Her Thanks to all the staff at Emma Bedford Manor greatest joy in her golden years was and the littleall ones, her and Kamloops Hospice the seven great-grandchildren, who she and loved care dearly of and doctors for their kindness theyMom. all love their Baba so much. our Sadie made a special request that she wanted to send No her service love to all by her request. special friends, family and extended are not mentioned here but who were dear Infamily lieuthatof flowers, donations maysobe to her heart. made to Marjorie Willoughby Snowden The family asks that if you wish to honor Sadie’s memory, Hospice Home, Kamloops, BC. please make a donation to the Victoria Hospice Society (http://www.victoriahospice.org/how-you-can-help/ give-gift-today) who treated her so well in her last days or you may donate to her memorial garden by contacting the family.

riCHard douglas (riCk) rorison George Byron Snyder It is with great sadness thatonweMarch 6, 1939 - Passed Born announce the passing away of Richard peaceful on March 30, 2016 Douglas (Rick) Rorison, in his home, at the age of 77, with family by on March 30, 2015. his side. George will be lovingly Rick was born in Vancouver, BC on remembered by his devoted November 24, 1947. In 1949, he and cherished wife Elisabeth, his moved with his family to a ranch heroTunkwa Scooter Dog, his children south of Savona, near Mann, Lake. In the 1960’s Rick Kelly learned his Stephanie (Vincent) trade of being a Heavy Arduini, Equipment Victor (Gina) Mann, Jane Operator and worked in that (John) field Derry, Cheryl (John) until his untimely death.Gagliano and Terry (Ingrun) Mann, his grandchildren Brennan (Ming), He and Judie were married in Connor, Anica (Alex) and Anthony Arduini, (Darcy), and Chase, BC on October 22,Ronald, 1977 andCJthen movedKorey to Cache Creek, BC where lived forGagliano, 26 years and raisedBousquet, their two Nicholas Mann,they Marianna Ashlynn children. In 2003, Webster, Rick and Judie to Leduc, Alberta Krystal (Aaron) and moved his great-grandchildren where theyDouglas, were close to theand international for Rick Kingston Emma Hannah airport Thiessen and to fly back and forth to the NWT for helped build Jack Webster, brothers-in-law Tedwork. and He John Woodrow. the site for the Diavik Diamond Mine and worked there for He will be dearly missed by many kinfolk in Alabama, 13 plus years. They moved back to Kamloops in 2012 to as close well to as their friends and and family Canada and be children newthroughout grandchildren and have the USA. He since. was predeceased by his mother, father been here ever

and sister Willie-Mae, George Lee and Donna Wright.

Rick is survived by his wife, Judie, and his children. Son Michael Rorison andintheir daughters Avery and George (Ashley) Byron was born Whistler, Alabama and Macy, of Kamloops; daughter Kellie (Cory) Wood and their grew up in the South. He married Mary Woodruff at daughters Taylor of Maple Ridge, BC, Hartley and Blake of the age ofHe 18,is and hadby two Stephanie Kamloops. also they survived hisdaughters brothers: Pat Rorison and Jane. In 1968Creek, the family immigrated to Canada (Janet) of Dawson and Allan Rorison (Colleen) of and settled Kamloops, BC.Fawcett, In 1979Ann George married Kamloops, andinsisters Rae (Ron) Rorison, and the love of his life all and Elisabeth (Liz) and Nancy (Monty) Kallio, of soulmate, Kamloops, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. was blessed with four step-children, Kelly, Victor,

and Terry. to Canada ACheryl celebration of Rick’sBefore life willmoving be held back on Saturday, May 2,in 2013,at George Liz brother spent 19 years in Orange Beach, 2015 the homeand of his Allan (Colleen) of Rayleigh, 4729 Aspen George Park Driveenjoyed from 1 - 4pm. Alabama. daily walks to the beach little hero “Scooter He to loved to sit on Inwith lieu his of flowers, donations canDog”. be made the Canadian the front porch, cold tea and watch the birds fly Cancer Society or a sip charity of your choice.

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Vonnie Lee AnnbroWn Wood JosePH “Joe” 1964 1924- –2016 2015 Joe Saturday, passed awayMarch on the morning On 12th, of 2016, entered MarchVonnie 23, 2015Wood at the age of 90. into rest in Fort Saskatchewan, He will be remembered by his Alberta.

daughters Judy Byrne (Mark) and

Gladys five grandchildren Being theMurphy, only daughter born (Brett) Kimberly toAmy Woody andGuillemin, Mona Wood, with her Brandle, two olderJennifer brothers (Chris) (Chris) Michael and Todd, Head, “Woody” Mike (Lindsay), Michele Vonnie showed at an (Jeff), four great signs - grandchildren early ageVanessa, of being someone Tasha, Alexa, Olivia and special. six great - great - grandchildren Jordan,faced Michael, Tucker, Walker and Nova. Vonnie anyIndy, challenge head on and persevered Joe was predeceased by his wife, Lillian “Lil” of 46 years. until she succeeded. Being an “A” student in school, Joe was with born inhorses Nanaimoand on October 21, 1924. He grew working becoming an auxiliary up in Ladysmith then settledDetachment in Kamloops in member of the Kamloops of 1952. the R.C.M.P. toJoe only name a few of her accomplishments. It was was a barber most of his life. He cut hair in Victoria, then off George, to “Depot” for fulland R.C.M.P training. Prince Penticton Kamloops. He Vonnie worked continued herGarth persuit of excellence throughout her with partner Glover in a barber shop on 3rd Ave training, breaking records in a number of areas. She and Victoria Street for 26 years then moved on his own became a black belt in Goshin-do, receiving many across theand riverhonours to the for North Shorethroughout and continued to “Attaboys” bravery her 23 barber for another 26 years at Joe’s Barber Shop which years of service. was located across from Surplus Herby’s on Tranquille

Animals Road. were a big part of her life and “Doe” was by her side until the end.

He was once president of the Men’s Hostel and

volunteered as scorekeeper announcer many We will always remember and Vonnie as a forstrong, hockey games in the person Memorial Arena. generous and loving and will miss her dearly. A Celebration will be heldofon Friday, Life Aprilto Friends are invitedoftolife a Celebration Vonnie’s 2015 pm. at the St. Andrews be10, held in at the3:00 Schoening Funeral Chapel Presbyterian on Sunday, Church 6th Ave and Douglas Street May 22nd,on2016, beginning at 1:00 p.m.with Reverend Wiest officiating with a reception to follow at the

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George’s started as a GE appliance Kenneth work career Johnson repair man in Mobile, Alabama. Soon after moving to passed away on April 1, Canada he joined the IBEW. He was a proud union 2015. Ken and his wife, member, even checking that his beer was union made. Hilda spent last Anyone that wasthe an electrician (or not) was quickly few years of their lives encouraged to sign up as a member. He worked at in Kamloops care. A Canada and the USA, his many job sites in throughout devotedwere husband of Dam, Revelstoke Dam, and favorites Mica Creek the Tar Sands in Alberta. 68 years he always and IBEW was one of his last memories to fadehis away. forever missed wife,

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George’s Alzheimer disease was confirmed in in June 2013. December 2013 and on December 31, 2014 he The last into of hisRidgeview immediate moved Lodge, Kamloops, BC. Our family beyond family,was he isblessed survived by words to have such a caring and David, loving staff spend the last year of his life his sons Trevor with him. You are all truly “Caring Angels”. Thank-you (Charlene), Stephen (Susan), and daughter Linda. from the also bottom our hearts. loved Y’all! He will He will be of missed by hisHeten grandchildren, live on in the memories of many, especially his sweet and three great-grandchildren. sayings, “Everything is Relative” “Tickety Boo” or “Hey Kenneth wasWe born at Smethwick, England on Good Lookin’. will never forget that sweet chuckle, loving smile and famous handlebar he December 2, 1927 and marriedmoustache Hilda in that 1945. wore so proudly! Immigrating to Burnaby in 1951, Ken worked as

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George/Dad, you were so brave to endure what you in Mechanical Technology at B.C.I.T. did. You deserve to rest in peace now. We love you His know familywegratefully acknowledges loving and will see you again someday. the Watch over us now as we have done forFuller, you. Ina special lieu of flowers, care provided by Darlene friend should or friends the towardsfamily the end of hisdesire, life, asdonations well as toSheri Alzheimer SocietyMom of Kamloops, or the Recreation Watt for making & Dad’sBC stay in Kamloops Department possible. of Ridgeview Lodge, 920 Desmond St., Kamloops, BC in memory of George Snyder would be We also wish to thank Jenna-Lee and the staff greatly appreciated.

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WOHLLEBEN, Herbert - passed away peacefully at the age of 90 years from Jackson House Residential Care in Ashcroft. January 12, 1947 - April 10, 2015 “Big Herb” was born in Apolda Germany and came to Canada at a very young age, celebrating his 4th birthday at Hat Creek Ranch. He was raised in Ashcroft and remained in this area for his entire life. From the age of 14 he worked alongside his father at Hat Creek Ranch before taking a job with Pacific Great Eastern Rail (now known as BC Rail). He then returned to Hat Creek Ranch before moving into the lumber business and from there moved to Bethlehem Copper where he was employed as a millwright for many years. He is survived by his sister Carla (Bill), and his children Phyllis Rainey, Leeann (Barry) Zasitko, Jim (Tanis) Cripps, and lan Cripps, grandchildren Adam, Brian, Rob, Kyle, Crystal as well as his great grandchildren Emma, Kiara and Natalie and other extended family members. Herb was predeceased by Madeline, his wife of 20 One and longLee, year sinceinyou left years, in 1972, hishas wifepassed of 18 years 1997. to walk craftsman with the Angels. Herb was a very talented who enjoyed working with his hands. He was a skilled woodworker who could make just about anything you could imagine or want. He was equally capable at needle point or cross stitch, and loved to tend his vegetable garden. He playedWe cribthought at the Royal of youCanadian today, Legion for many years, and participated in many out of town tournaments. In later But that is nothing new. Blue Jays games on years he loved to watch curling, and Toronto thought of you the television. HeWe was gentle and kindyesterday, man who had a wonderful sense of humour and loved timetoo. with his family. And willspending tomorrow Donations in Memory of Herb may be made to the Family Friends We think of youPOinBox silence, Society of the Ashcroft Hospital 773 Ashcroft, BC VOK 1A0. And make no outward show. Herb was a very independent man and was able to remain For what it meant to lose you, living in his own home until the end of January of this year before Only those love you know. moving into residential carewho at the Ashcroft Hospital. The family would like to giveRemembering a heartfelt thanks the people who have youtoisall easy, helped support Herb including all of the doctors and nurses, care do itworkers every day, staff and home care We support who have played such a strong role in helping Help from the allyou, the staff at Jackson It’s the him. heartache of losing House and the hospital appreciated That was will greatly never go away. by Herb, and his family. There will be no formal services held. An Online condolence We Miss Your Presence Everyday. book can be found at www.tvfh.ca 250-453-9802 ~ 1-800-295-5138 Always In Our Minds and Thoughts.

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James Friesen HeatHerPeter arlene Carr June 11, 1947- April 4, 2016

It is with great sadness that we James Peterannounce Friesen of the Kamloops passed on April 4th, 2016 at passingaway of Heather Arlene 68 yearsofof age. Carr Kamloops on March 31, the wife Survived by2015 his asloving result of aFriesen tragic accident. Angela and seven Heather is survived by her(Sophia) children Michael Friesen of Kamloops, BC, Tanya loving husband Stephen, (Stephan) Pearson of Victoria, her two children, Braydon BC, (Nadine) Friesen, Mark andCurtis Cody and partner (Christine) Friesen, Travis Friesen, Leesa. She is also survived Eric (Mandie-Jo) Friesen and Peter by herall parents James BC, as Friesen of Kamloops, well 26 grandchildren and as Judy Allan andand one great-grandchild. siblings Stacey (Allan), Sheri, is David James also (Rejina). survivedShe by sisters Elizabeth Friesen, Elaine leaves Cheryl behindMagus, nieces Sheila and nephews Tess,Ron Miller, Pashniak Rylan, and aPaige, brother Britney, Hannah, Noah, MacKenzie and Karlee as well as Pashniak. numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Heather was He was predeceased by his parents Peter andwas Linda Friesen. predeceased by her grandparents. Heather born in Kamloops and raised in Tumbler Ridge where she had James loved gardening, playing chess, Bar-B-Queing and both her reading theboys-the Bible. lights of her life. She moved back to Kamloops in 1998 where she met both Stephen (married 2003) loved and Leesa. She attended TRUthe andWord graduated in James Jesus Christ and sharing of the Lord with Jamesin was amazing loving 2007everyone. with a bachelor SocialanWork and went on tohusband, work father, and great-grandfather. sadly for thegrandfather Ministry of Children and Families. InHeherwill 40 be years, missed by his and many dearleft friends. Heather’s kindloving spiritfamily and helpful nature a mark on all shewishing encountered. She never found a cause may that she Those to pay their respects by viewing do so could notthe champion nor aand fight8:00 thatPM sheonwould take8th, between hours of 6:00 Friday,not April 2016 at the Kamloops Funeral Home, Rosewood Room (285 on. She was a large part of many communities and will Fortune Drive). be missed by all. lieu of flowers, donations Royal A InCelebration of Jame’s Life can will be bemade held at at the 2:00 PM on Bank ofApril Canada SheriatAllan 05080-003-501-575-5 Saturday, 9th,to2016 Christ Community Church with Pastor Valen Straley officiating. towards the purchase of a park bench in her honor. The Celebration of Kamloops Heather’s Native Life will take place at Special thanks to the Fellowship. 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 11, 2015 in the Kamloops Memorial donations may 285 be made to the Funeral Home Chapel, Fortune Dr., Christ with Community Chaplain Church 1132, 8th Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 2X2 on behalf of Mary Widmer officiating. Kamloops Native Fellowship. Condolences may be expressed to the family from Funeral Home Arrangements entrusted to www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com Kamloops Funeral Home (250) 554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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he right-to-life debate is going to be under brighter spotlight this year, as an extension of its translucent focus for several years, with the Supreme Court of Canada demanding the feds make up their mind by June of this year. Seen in the light of increasing support being given to euthanasia, it feels jarringly disconcerting to all who stand for respect and right to life. In this age of unprecedented decline in moral culture, God’s people need to take a hard look at this issue and ask: “What does the Bible say about it?” If we were to simplify our anxieties about what is going wrong with regard to morality, we could point to two major factors that contributed to the decline in Western moral climate: Secular humanism and the theory of evolution. According to the Bible man, at his best, is still a fallen creature. We have a susceptibility to moral depravity and sin. From a human perspective, these two factors have affected us more than we may ever know. The results of this twopronged attack on biblical Christianity are moral declines unprecedented in modern civilization. The right-to-life fight is not simply an issue against legalized abortion or mercy killing. It affects many other agendas of human life and its meaning. A leading humanist magazine has said: “Darwin’s discovery of the principle of evolution sounded the death knell of religious and moral values. “It removed the ground from under the feet of tradition and moral religion.” Since its inception, the United Nations has promoted a worldwide programme of population control, scientific human breeding and Darwinism. Some of its leaders have continually called for “the necessity of erasing traditional concepts of morality in order to condition the populace for acceptance of control of human

issue argues for it destiny by the from the standstate.” point of God’s sovTo address the ereignty over life. issue of right to life God is in control biblically, we need of life and death — to look at three not man, but God. things: It is not our • We must place to play God understand God’s and take human creation of human life or hasten life (Genesis 2:7; NARYAN death. Job 31:15; 33:4). MITRA • We must The Bible conYou gotta have understand God’s tinually assumes FAITH concern for human that creation of life (Job 10:8-12; human life, in its Matthew 6:25-26). origin, is by God. The fact that God is conHuman life is not created just by cerned about human life should functions of human bodies. make us concerned about right According to the Bible, body to life. without spirit is dead (James God cares for and is con2:26). cerned for human life much The principle of human life more than plants or animals. We that makes it sacred is totally are of value to Him much more and radically different from all than things. plant, and even animal life. We are of more importance to True Christians have respect Him than any bird, mammal or for all kinds of life. But there anything in the animal kingdom. is only one life they hold as We might add that even sacred — human life created in babies in the wombs of the the image of God and after His “invalids” in hospices are much likeness. more important to Him than the The “right to life” is not an whales trapped on beaches or in individual’s right to life. It is a Arctic ice. gift from the almighty God. The founding charters of He is in control of it from the many Western nations say no beginning to the end, regardless person shall be deprived of life, of means (Isaiah 44:24). liberty or property without the God created us and, for that very reason, human life is sacred. due process of law. • We must understand God’s Yet, those who wrote those control over human life (Job charters perhaps never imag34:14-15). ined those very last few words The secular humanists and would be used to deprive people all those who disagree with the of the same three things. sanctity of human life oppose Biblically speaking, the most violently the idea that God is crucial of these is the basic right sovereign over human life. to life. Every believer who truly understands the right to life naryanmitra225@gmail.com

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The board said the commodity — which includes crude oil and refined products — has grown sharply in recent years and should peak at almost 500,000 barrels per day, nearly double the 2014 level of about 300,000 barrels. A large growth in shipments is also forecast between the two provinces and British Columbia. The board said ports in Central and Eastern Canada have enough capacity, but B.C. ports will need to be expanded to accommodate seven million more tonnes of agricultural products by 2025.

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bound for Europe and Asia. “Improving the performance of Canada’s transportation supply chain is essential to ensure that Canadian exports remain competitive in the global market place,’’ said the 135-page report which didn’t put an estimate on the cost of upgrades. Rail corridors between the Prairies and the U.S. and from the Prairies to British Columbia are expected to feel the most pressure from rising shipments. That will put pressure on Canadian National Railway

Joining the TPP would enable Canada to continue its participation in the North American supply chains that “underpin the economy,’’ said the note, obtained by The Canadian Press through the Access to Information Act. On the positive side, the “secret’’ document also noted the pact would expand Canadian trade opportunities in Asian countries like Japan, Vietnam and Malaysia and ensure a level playing field with U.S. exporters. Through the TPP, Canada would also become one of the few countries to have free-trade deals with the U.S., Europe and East Asia, the memo said. Closer to home, however, the agreement would swing open the doors to the crucial American market, it warned. “Canadian businesses will also face intensified competi-

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elsey Gilker remembers sitting at the kitchen table as a elsey Gi youngster, singing along to the soundtrack of Phantom of youngst the Opera. the Ope Her parents had seen the play and bought the CD — and Her p she fell in love with it. she fell With a mom who is a photographer and a dad who is a With teacher and artist, Gilker grew up learning to appreciate all teacher of the and arts.artist, Gilk She found her passion, however, on the stage and it led toShe her found winning herthe passion Emerging Artist Award at this year’s Mayor’s Gala for the Arts. Emerging Artist Award

“I realized in high school it was something I was good at, something that came natural to me,” Gilker said. “And then it morphed into this wonderful relationship with the audience.” She relishes the instant feedback she receives as an actor and the need for collaboration with many others who contribute

to the creation of a theatrical production. “It’s cathartic to step into someone else’s shoes, as well. It’s a passion. I can’t see me working nine to five in an office.” The longtime Kamloops resident — the family moved here from Clearwater when she was seven — Gilker said she knows there’s a tradeoff between a

predictable job with an equally predictable income and the reality of a working actor, but she’s fine with choosing passion over stability. A recent graduate of the theatre-arts program at Thompson Rivers University, Gilker’s first paid acting job was in 2009, when she was hired by the Kamloops Arts

“I realized high Council to beinpart of school it was someits annual summer thing I was Players, good at, a Rivertown something came troupe thatthat entertains natural Gilker familiestoinme,” Riverside said. then Park,“And as well asitother morphed into this local parks. wonderful relationship From there, she with the with audience.” worked Project X She relishes the in Theatre, performing instant Romeofeedback and Julietshe and receives as an James and theactor Giant and theatneed for colPeach its annual laboration withinmany X-Fest events Prince others who contribute Charles Park.

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KTW FILE PHOTO Kelsey Gilker starred in both Project X Theatre X Fest productions last summer, including the Shakespeare Show (above).

She loved both roles, but the Roald Dahl-inspired story of James and his adventures resonated with her, she said. “When you do children’s theatre, you’re always smiling,” she said. Gilker praised her theatre teachers — Bill Haug at Sa-Hali secondary and the team of Wes Eccleston, Robin Nichol and Heidi Verwey at TRU — for helping her develop her talent, starting with her high school class. “Bill Haug saw

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Actors’ Workshop at TRU. Her big break came when she was cast in WCT’s Silent Chap and Liberation Days. Silent Chap, created by former Kamloopsian Alan Corbishley, was a silent production with a soundtrack based on the life of Charlie Chaplin and his movie alter ego, the Tramp. Gilker played three roles in it. In Liberation Days, she played the best friend of the female lead character in the play set during the liberation of the Netherlands during the Second World War, a woman who has been ostracized because her lover is German. “That was such an experience,” Gilker

Emerging Artist at the Mayor’s Gala for the Arts something in me and he instilled some confidence in me and made me push myself,” she said. She ventured out with her art during one of Western Canada

Theatre’s High Wire festivals, created a performance with shadow puppets and soon found herself volunteering her assistance with promotions for WCT and for the

said of the production. “Working with all these experienced actors — I just sat there sometimes and soaked it all in, learned as much as I

could from them.” She has a role in a play in the upcoming season, playing Edith, the maid in Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit. While the part is small, the character is integral to the play and Gilker is looking forward to the physicality the role will require. She’s mindful it’s a farce, however, and that she has to “pull back, pull back, pull back” from letting the physical side of the character still fit with the farcical nature of the play. The play opens in May in Gananoque, Ont., with the Thousand Islands Playhouse, which often partners on productions with WCT. Gilker is looking forward to heading east with the cast and crew and then bringing the play to Kamloops in October. As for the future? “That’s a big question mark,” she said. “The world is my oyster and it’s a lovely place to be in. It makes me smile. I’m actually a working actor and I’m doing it.” She’s come a long way, she said, from her lessons under the tutelage of Haug. “Sometimes I just think about that girl in high school and where I am now. “It’s a pretty cool thing.”

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The Cantabile Singers present Divas and Divos, a choral concert, on Saturday at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1136 Sixth Ave. Admission is $10. The spring concert is directed by Chris Linton. Pianist is Tomoko Uyeda.

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on Saturday at Sahali Mall and continues to April 23. The fundraiser benefits the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra. Last year, the fall and spring sales raised $63,000. The sale runs during mall hours.

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The chorale and orchestra have performed together in the past, presenting Mozart’s Great Mass in April 2014 and Haydn’s The Creation last April. Tickets are $20, students $10. Tickets are at the Kamloops Live box office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-374-5483, kamloopslive.ca, but will also be sold at the door on April 22.

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With 53 movements in three parts, it’s a two-hour musical experience based on the predictions of a messiah by the Old Testament prophets through to the resurrection of the Messiah and the prediction of a judgment day. On Friday, April 22, Vivace Chorale along with the Kamloops Brandenburg

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Community: Games and Gab drop-in program for seniors, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 694 Tranquille Rd. Continues every Wednesday to June 22. • Horse races with Big Jim, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd., 250-376-4633. • PowerPoint class, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Kamloops Public Library, 465 Victoria St., 250372-5

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Art: Kamloops Art Gallery’s annual Art Duel with Ronan McGrath, Community: Basic computing class, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Kamloops Public Library, 465 Victoria St., 250-372-5145.

Friday, April 15

Community: Yarn and yap drop-in program for senior knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needlepointers and like-minded people, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 293 Tranquille Rd. Continues every Wednesday to June 24. • Wii bowling, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd., 250-3767735. • Windows 10 class, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. , Kamloops Public Library, 100-465 Victoria St., 250-372-5145. • Ashcroft Fine Art show and sale, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., adults only, St. Albans Church, 501 Bank St., Ashcroft. Entry by donation. Art: Chromesthesia, with the Kamloops Art Gallery and

Barnacle Records, 290 Third Ave., to make art and listen to music. All materials provided.

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Music: Jesse Jones, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Dunes at Kamloops Golf Course, 652 Dunes Dr. No cover. • Barnhartvale Coffee House features Jeremy Kneeshaw, 7 p.m., alongside an open-mic segment for other local performers. Admission $5, free for those younger than 12 and for open-mic musicians. The hall is seven kilometres southeast of the Dallas Petrocan gas station. Community: Garage sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Heffley Creek Hall, free admission. Community: Ashcroft Fine Art show and sale, noon to 5 p.m., St. Albans Church, 501 Bank St., Ashcroft. Entry by donation.

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Dementia series aimed at caregivers More and more Kamloops residents are finding themselves in the role of caregiver for a family member due to dementia. Dementia is the medical term for symptoms caused by disorders affecting the brain. The illness is increasing as the population ages. Families in B.C. provide 33.1-million hours of unpaid care to people with dementia per year, said Tara Hildebrand, the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s support and education co-ordinator for Kamloops and the Central Interior. Women account for 70 per cent of caregivers. “The physical and psychological toll on family caregivers is considerable,” Hildebrand said in a press release, adding knowing the signs of caregiver stress and finding ways to get support are important for both families and those for whom they care.

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Families in B.C. provide 33.1-million hours of unpaid care to people with dementia each year. Women account for about 70 per cent of caregivers. To help families, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is bringing its free four-part Family Caregiver Series workshop to Kamloops beginning on May 4. Caregivers will learn strategies to care for someone with dementia and to take care of their own health, to ensure they are prepared to continue to provide care for their family members. “We provide practical techniques and strategies that caregivers can begin using immediately,” Hildebrand said.

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with a person with dementia; • Understanding behaviour as a form of communication; • Self-care for the caregiver; • Planning for the future; The workshop runs on Wednesdays from May 4 to May 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society Resource Centre, 405 235 First Ave. in downtown Kamloops. Pre-registration is required. For information and to register, call Hildebrand at 250377-8200 or email thildebrand@alzheimerbc.org. The workshop is free. For more information on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, go online to alzheimerbc.org.

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New support group geared at Kidney health awareness A peer support group is starting up for people with kidney concerns and the first meeting is April 16 at St. Andrews on the Square. All are welcome — those who are just learning about kidney issues or going through predialysis, dialysis or are a kidney donor or recipient. The meeting is at 2 p.m. and the venue is at 159 Seymour St. For more information, call 250-376-6361, 250-376-8357, 250-579-2274 or 250-679-8481.

Jail and Bail fundraiser returns on April 20

Kamloops RCMP and the United Way Thompson-NicolaCariboo are teaming up for the fifth annual Jail and Bail fundraiser. Since its creation, the event, which sees Kamloopsians with enough friends to donate money to help pay their bail, has raised more than $300,000 to help the United Way has used for programs and organizations that assist children and youth and promote stronger communities. “Policing a community is all about forming partnerships. Our

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BRIEFS partnership with United Way has been so important to us and has been instrumental in allowing us the opportunity to give back to the people of Kamloops and help make a difference in the lives of those that need it most,” said RCMP Supt. Brad Mueller. “This event is a lot of fun but more importantly raises money that assists the United Way in providing hope and building futures. With a new date and a new location, we hope this year’s ‘spring round-up’ will be as successful as ever.” Executive director Danalee Baker praised the partnership, calling it invaluable. “They are out there every day keeping our community safe and the fact of the matter is vital programs in Kamloops would not receive funding without this important fundraiser.” For more information, or to look for someone to help escape the makeshift jail at the Tournament Capital Centre on

April 20, go online to jailandbailkamloops.com.

Technology workshop for the visually impaired

The Canadian Council of the Blind BC-Yukon Division is hosting a workshop on equipment for the blind and partially blind on April 22 at the Kamloops Curling Club. Get Together With Technology allows a space to share highand low-tech solutions, tips and resources for those with impaired vision. It runs 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at

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Deadline approaching for MP Youth Awards

Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo MP Cathy McLeod is launching the MP Youth Awards for the riding. “Young Canadians are heavily involved in a variety of fields and often do so quietly, without a great deal of recognition,” McLeod said. Intended for youth in elemen-

tary, middle and secondary school, the awards will recognize local leaders in a number of specific fields, including volunteerism, agriculture, science and environment, arts and culture, sports and caring. An independent panel will join McLeod in reviewing the submissions to determine who will receive each award at a formal reception in May. To nominate a youth, call McLeod’s office at 250-8514991 or send an email to cathy. mcleod.c1@parl.gc.ca. Deadline for nominations is April 30.

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Ernie and Marlene Wurmlinger along with Frank and Dorothy Lahola proudly announce the engagement of their children

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Kristie Baker became a psychiatric nurse to help change the lives of others. However, the life that will perhaps be most changed as a result of her education is her own. Kristie’s educational journey was, in her own words, a “journey of change.” Stenberg College’s most rigorous program is its

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23-month Psychiatric Nursing program. Stenberg’s 2014 Student of the Year winner, Kristie, is a graduate of that program. Remarkably, she achieved a Grade Point Average of 98.3% (which she credits to her passion for psychiatric nursing). Surprisingly, Kristie struggled with FRQ¿GHQFH WKURXJKRXW WKH ¿UVW \HDU RI WKH SURJUDP

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there was something wrong with me,” Kristie explains. “It was just that I needed some support around anxiety and stress … If I can’t care for myself I certainly can’t care for others. My counselor told me it would make me more empathetic and understanding and it has.” It was humbling for Kristie and required courage and strength to reach out for

“Education is transformational. It changes lives.” – Condoleezza Rice help but it was also character building and reinforced the importance of self-care in WKH ¿HOG ³, UHDFKHG RXW WR D group which included some patients I’d worked with previously. They were very supportive and said ‘this can happen to anyone.’” It was a solutions-focused group on how to handle stress and balance in your life and “it GH¿QLWHO\ FKDQJHG WKH ZD\ , talk to patients now.” To become a Registered Psychiatric Nurse has been Kristie’s lifelong dream. After high school, she considered Douglas College’s program but didn’t want to move away from family and friends on Vancouver Island. Instead she took every psychology course that was available to her and completed two and a half years at North Island College. Putting her dream of becoming a Psychiatric Nurse on hold, she chose to

pursue a career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), seeing it as a stepping stone and intending to follow her dream later. A year after becoming an LPN, Kristie moved to Kamloops with her husband, Matt, and from 2006 until 2012, she worked as an LPN at Hillside Psychiatric Centre. Sadly, at the end of 2011, all the LPNs at Hillside were laid off and replaced by RNs and RPNs. It was a shock for Kristie but it was also the impetus for change. “I was happy as an LPN but I always felt there something missing … Pursuing a career in Psychiatric Nursing was always my passion.” Kristie had “hummed and hawed” about Stenberg’s Psychiatric Nursing program, planning to wait until her young preschool-aged sons were in school. However, the layoff

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prompted her to take action and turn â€œa negative into a positive â€Ś My husband and I agreed that it was something we could do together and that it would be better for me in the end, with more opportunities.â€? Kristie started the Stenberg program just as her position at Hillside ended, and she enjoyed that most of her coursework was delivered online. With two young boys aged two and three, â€œtaking the program in Vancouver wasnâ€™t an option, and even doing something locally would have been challenging with daycare, etc â€Ś It was nice to be able to do it here with my family. I had my kids with me here most of

the time. I had friends who would take them if I needed some time or my husband would take them out on the weekends so I could write my papers. It really worked for us.â€? Maintaining some semblance of work/life balance while doing her very best at school was important to Kristie. Over the 23 months that she attended Stenberg full-time, she not only continued to work as an LPN but she volunteered at her sonsâ€™ schools, their sportâ€™s teams and at the New Life Mission. Few achievements are ever accomplished alone and Kristie owes much of what she has achieved to her

husband Matt. He is her biggest fan and has inspired and encouraged her to believe she can do anything she wants. â€œHe has given me a lot of strength,â€? she adds. Kristie made a big impression on her instructors. Psychiatric Nurse and Stenberg instructor Marita Molloy says that â€œthroughout this program, Kristie discovered and learned to honour the strengths, values and knowledge she acquired on her journey of learning. She continues to build on that foundation now that she has graduated from the program. Her positive, caring and proactive attitude was present throughout the

taught her new ways to look at herself and others. It gave her insight into why people are or act the way that they do and the tools to help others to change.

â€œThis has given me the conďŹ dence that I can be a mother, a wife, a friend, have a career that I love and have balance in my life.â€? courses in which she was a student of mine.â€? One of the worldâ€™s most famous teachers, Socrates, said that â€œeducation is the NLQGOLQJ RI D Ă€ DPH QRW WKH Âż OOLQJ RI D YHVVHO Â´ For Kristie, Stenbergâ€™s Psychiatric Nursing program inspired her, it enlightened her, and ultimately it

PSYCHIATRIC NURSING DIPLOMA PROGRAM

In response to an overwhelming demand for Psychiatric Nurses throughout BC, particularly outside the Lower Mainland, Stenberg College has offered its online-based Psychiatric Nursing diploma program since 2006. The only program of its kind in Canada, this innovative program allows students to do the majority of their coursework as well as their clinical placements and practicum in their local communities. â€˘ Wages range from $30.70 - $40.42 / hour â€˘ Recognized by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC) â€˘ Articulation agreement with Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) allowing Stenberg graduates to complete their Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing

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empowered her, preparing her for a successful career supporting and helping others. Academically, Kristie excelled in all her coursework, but some of the courses challenged her on a more personal level. The Introduction to Psychodrama course was a â€œgreat learning experienceâ€? that took Kristie outside her comfort zone and

As the English Philosopher Herbert Spencer observed, â€œthe great aim of education is not knowledge, but action.â€? And that is why Kristie earned numerous Student of the Year nominations, and went on to be selected as the 2014 winner. Not because of a 98.3% GPA (although it helps), but because she synthesized her learning and experiences into becoming a better person and an excellent nurse. In spite of Kristieâ€™s anxiety surrounding

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the first clinical practice, her instructor observed that “Kristie is a warm, caring nurse who treats patients with empathy and respect. She brings a smile to their faces.” Like many people who are drawn to psychiatric nursing, Kristie is a compassionate person who has been touched by the struggles of people around her. “I want to take those experiences and share them with other people. I want to help people change their opinions of themselves and show them that you can do anything that you want.” Where does her passion for psychiatric nursing come from? Even when she was little, she would always stop and talk to people on the street. “I was always interested in what they had to say,” she remembers. When her father told her not to talk to strangers, she countered that “they

“I want to help people change their opinions of themselves and show them that you can do anything that you want.” – Kristie Baker, Psychiatric Nursing graduate something different in their life it will be worthwhile.” Shortly after Kristie competed her education, she was offered four different jobs including employment at Hillside Centre. “I loved my time there,” she says. “I started at Hillside when it opened and we’re like a little work family. So I went casual at Hillside and six months after graduation, I was offered a permanent full-time position. I’m on the adult psychiatry unit. I’ve gone full circle from LPN to RPN.” One of her colleagues at

“I feel whole … I am doing the exact thing I was meant to do in my life and in all my roles. That is a feeling that Stenberg has allowed me to attain …”

needed someone to talk to.” “I think it’s helping people and being there for them,” she explains. “A lot of the patients I see, even their families have given up on them at some point. I know it sounds clichéd but really, if I can reach out and touch just one person, help them to make changes and believe they can do

Hillside, Alicia Vicic, writes “everyone at Hillside was excited to welcome Kristie back after she finished her RPN training. She has an excellent reputation that follows her, and for good reason. Since rejoining the team, she has continued to take on leadership opportunities such as orienting new staff, joining committees and taking the

lead in rolling out various Interior Health initiatives at a unit level, such as new medication management practices. She does all this with a sense of grace and ease.” Since rejoining Hillside Kristie has taken on new responsibilities, and is now involved in policy development and education for new and existing staff members. In February 2016, Kristie and the rest of Hillside’s staff celebrated the facility’s tenyear anniversary. “I started there as an LPN ten years ago when it first opened, so it was a great honor to be part of that celebration. I truly feel like I was meant to be back here, and be a member of this amazing community and workplace.” While at Hillside, Kristie has mentored four Stenberg RPN students during their final practicums, and hopes to one day become a Stenberg instructor. “It’s a great feeling to know that I’m giving something back to the school that prepared me for this career, and to know that I’m helping train nurses who I may one day work alongside.” Amazingly, Kristie’s practicum students are not her only connection to her alma matter. While at Stenberg, Kristie’s first practicum was at the New Life Mission in downtown Kamloops, a community agency whose

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mandate is to “help alleviate suffering for those living with poverty and mental health and addictions related issues.” Whether Kristie was supporting men in second stage recovery, helping out in the kitchen, or hanging out in the dayroom, chatting, playing cards and board games, she loved her time there. So much so that she continued to volunteer after her practicum ended and continues to volunteer regularly to this day. In addition to chatting, playing board games or dropping off donations, Kristie appreciates attending their gratitude meetings and sharing what she is grateful for. Kristie has much to be grateful for. Since graduating Stenberg in 2014, Kristie

PSYCHIATRIC NURSING DIPLOMA PROGRAM

In response to an overwhelming demand for Psychiatric Nurses throughout BC, particularly outside the Lower Mainland, Stenberg College has offered its online-based Psychiatric Nursing diploma program since 2006. The only program of its kind in Canada, this innovative program allows students to do the majority of their coursework as well as their clinical placements and practicum in their local communities. • Wages range from $30.70 - $40.42 / hour • Recognized by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC) • Articulation agreement with Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) allowing Stenberg graduates to complete their Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing

SPECIAL ACCESS FOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES (LPNs):

LPNs are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for advanced standing in the program, resulting in fewer courses and reduced tuition.

You may be eligible for government student loans, grants, bursaries & loan forgiveness.

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and Matt bought their dream home in Kamloops, and are focused on spending as much quality time as they can with each other and their sons in between “work, volunteering, and the boys’ sports teams.” While life with two young ones is hectic, Kristie has also made a concerted effort over the past year to focus on her own health and stress levels. “Working a high-stress job, you really see firsthand the importance of self-care and holistic wellness. Over the past year and a half, I’ve lost close to 45 pounds, and truly feel fantastic. I have found great joy in sharing my experiences with others and have been helping to mentor individuals who want to achieve overall health and wellness in an online support

group. I try to highlight the importance of mental health, and the connection between nutrition and fitness with mental wellness.” Education has given Kristie “the confidence that I can be a mother, a wife, a friend, have a career that I love, and have balance in my life.” She explains, “I feel whole … I am doing the exact thing I was meant to do in my life and in all my roles. That is a feeling that Stenberg has allowed me to attain … I received a lot of support; it truly is a wonderful nursing program.” The next start for Stenberg College’s Psychiatric Nursing Program is May 14, 2016 and seats are still available.

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Kamloops Spring Home Show growing With more than 160 exhibitors, this weekend’s Kamloops Spring Home Show has expanded from last year’s event. The 18th annual event takes over the McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre on the weekend, with an array of products and information for those looking for ideas for their homes. As always, admission to the show is free. It runs tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organizer Jim Rice said the latest and greatest in home improvement will again be featured at the show. “Renovations, landscaping, health, general interest — it’s all here,” Rice said. “And gadgets. We will have plenty of gadgets to see at the show.” In addition to long list of companies showcasing their wares, the Kamloops Spring Home Show will have am impressive collection of local experts offering their wisdom on various topics. “I can assure you Google is not at the show,” Rice quipped. “You can come and talk to a real person.” In addition, there will be plenty of contests to enter as visitors walk from one exhibit to another in both arenas. As was the case last year, the home show is being held earlier in April, which should result in less traffic congestion on McArthur Island as fewer sports events will be taking place

Home happens here Juniper West is a planned neighbourhood featuring single family lots and multi family options with beautiful views of the city and river valley. Nearby nature trails, a park, school and community market are all steps away, while quick commute access means less time coming and going and more time doing the things you want. Head down to the Kamloops Spring Home Show this weekend. You never know who you will run into. This rabbit was a popular attraction at the 2014 event. KTW FILE PHOTOS

compared to years past. However, as always, Rice is urging attendees to arrive at the opening hour on both days to secure a parking spot without being forced to drive around searching one out. For those with an appetite, the sport centre’s concession will be open.

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oseph Ssenyange’s mom taught him the importance of giving back to his community — and now, living thousands of miles away from his home, he continues to do so. Ssenyange, who came from South Africa to study at Thompson Rivers University, volunteers in the Kamloops community, helping seniors do their income tax returns through Oncore Seniors Society and pricing items at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore. He started volunteering in 2014 through the community service learning program at TRU, one that requires participants to put

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5,506 volunteer hours were put toward the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in 2015. in 24 hours. “I went over that amount,” Ssenyange said. He found satisfaction in helping others. “Everyone has a different story,” he said of the people he meets. One of those people with a story is Stan Dittrich, who works alongside Ssenyange at ReStore. “I figured I’d better do something for the winter,” the retired railroader said. He particularly liked the idea of working inside after having spent his life working outside “all the time.” Dittrich said he had heard about the Cariboo Place store and decided it would be a good place to volunteer.

“It’s a good cause,” he said, as is the other volunteering he does through Developing World Connections, the Kamloops-based organization that pairs volunteers with projects to help others around the world. Dittrich has been to Peru, Swaziland and Sri Lanka with it and said he enjoyed helping, particularly in Sri Lanka. While Ssenyange deals with the merchandising end of the store, Dittrich prefers to be in the workshop area, fixing appliances that come in for sale. “I like tinkering,” he said, “and this is the perfect place for it.” Ssenyange is also called upon to help with unloading some-

times, particularly when donations from large retailers arrive. Glyn Evans-Percy, operations co-ordinator with Habitat for Humanity, said the ReStore has more than 60 volunteers who help with everything from sorting and pricing to clerical work.

“Without the valuable work of our ReStore volunteers, Habitat Kamloops would be unable to build homes for those in need in our community,” Evans-Percy said. “Our wonderful volunteers donate their time anywhere from two to 20 hours a week. “An incredible total of 5,506 volunteer hours were put towards the ReStore, specifically, in 2015.”

“Thanks for Making a Difference Every Day!” Recognising all our amazing Volunteers at Overlander Residential Care and Ponderosa Lodge for their Caring and Dedication. A Special “Thank You” to the Overlander Auxiliary for over 39 years of Commitment.

The ASK Wellness Society wishes to thank the hundreds of volunteers who walk through our doors and help by cooking, donating and supporting all those we serve. Your community is better with you in it! Thanks for helping out your neighbors! We are give so items! without

grateful for so many of you who much of your time, money and We would not be successful you!

For more information about the needs of your community please contact: ASK Wellness Society 433 Tranquille Road Kamloops, BC V2B 3G9 250.376.7558 info@askwellness.ca

The Kamloops & District Elizabeth Fry Society wishes to thank all of its volunteers for their precious time and dedication. Each of you has truly made a difference.

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People In Motion salutes their volunteers who made it possible to complete over 320 tax returns last year for people with disabilities and people with low income. Given the dedication of our volunteers, we have provided this community service for over ten years.

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Develop your social connections Thank you for your time and dedication in the forefront and behind the scenes. Kamloops RCMP Crime Prevention & Program Support Services

Canada is a nation that prides itself on multi-culturalism and opportunity. Our diverse cultural heritage provides a welcoming environment for individuals and families. Building social connections and a sense of belonging brings people together in ways that strengthen individual relationships as well as whole

communities. There are several things that you can do to develop strong social connections and a sense of belonging:

Plan community events One of the simplest ways to bring a community together is through shared experience. Events like an inter-

national food festival, a sports league featuring activities from around the world, and health and wellness programs drawing on different cultures, are excellent ways of bringing people together.

Think outside your box Learning about different cultures and

practices can open your mind to a whole new way of life. Many of us get caught up in our own routines and practices and forget that there are other ways of doing things. Try talking to different community members, ranging from youth to seniors, to understand their take on the world. Invite individuals of different

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It takes courage to leave oneâ€™s home in search of a new home. At Kamloops Immigrant Services we are here to help you meet the challenges of immigration by offering a bridge of support along the way to establishing in our community. Thank you to all our volunteers for their dedication and hard work.

Weâ€™re giving seniors a hand. Our programs help seniors remain independent at home.

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cultures to participate in community planning to ensure that every voice is heard.

Try new things Positively impacting your community can go beyond volunteering your time and resources. Consider getting involved in your community by working for the 2016 Census as an enumerator or a crew leader. Census enumerators are responsible for identifying dwellings on maps, conducting personal interviews, and following up with respondents in person and by phone, while crew leaders are responsible for leading, training and supervising a team of enumerators. These positions provide an opportunity to meet new people and build relationships with members of your community. A strong feeling of unity in a community can make residents feel comfortable and at home. Information on census jobs is available online atcensus.gc.ca/ jobs.

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Royal Inland Hospital is grateful for all of the hard work and dedication shown by our many Volunteers.

KTW FILE PHOTO The City of Kamloops is celebrating volunteers, such as those who gave their time at the 2010 World Masters Indoor Athletics Championships held at the Tournament Capital Centre. The appreciation barbecue is on Friday, April 15 at Sandman Centre.

Volunteers build, maintain community The City of Kamloops is celebrating all those who give back to the River City. Noting volunteers “build, maintain and grow healthy communities,” the city is hosting a volunteer appreciation

barbecue on Friday, April 15, at Sandman Centre Plaza, 300 Lorne St. The event is in conjunction with National Volunteer Week, which is from April 10 to April 16.

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1. How and why did you become involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters? I became involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters three years ago because I was looking for a way to make a difference in my community and once I heard of this opportunity at school, I knew that it would be a great fit. What do you enjoy about the In-School Mentoring Program? I enjoy that the In-School Mentoring Program allows for a practical way to make a difference to a child who could benefit from a positive role model. I quickly learned that it doesn’t take much to make a difference, just a few positive words and kind gestures. Even more, I find it quite relaxing to do arts and crafts, for example, in the midst of a busy week in grade 12. How often do you see your Little and what do you do? I see my Little once a week during our lunch hour and we engage in a number of fun activities. These activities include lots of arts and crafts, drawing, making memory boxes, playing board games, decorating cupcakes and playing outside. How is this relationship fitting into your life? My relationship with my Little is easily fitting into my busy life as it only requires an hour each week. In fact, I am amazed that such a small time commitment have such a positive impact on my Little. Who would you recommend this program to? I would recommend this program to any high school student who has a passion to help others and has a spare hour each week; perhaps this may be someone who wants to make a difference but doesn’t know where to start. It’s really an easy way to do something rewarding, especially if there is an elementary school within a close distance to your high school. How has your Little benefited from the program? Over the past three years, I have had two Little’s, both of whom had an evident increase in confidence as the match progressed. I also believe that it is just nice for them to know that they have someone that they can talk to about school, their family or friends. Furthermore, they enjoy and look forward to the fun activities that we engage in. I know from my own experience that having something to look forward to, no matter how small, can make all the difference. Why do you think that someone should volunteer in this program? I believe that someone should volunteer in this program if they like spending time with kids and want to help others. It is a great way for any positive, responsible teenager to make a difference. In addition, the process of becoming a Big was a good experience that gave me the confidence to succeed.

Did you know that your donations fund the mentoring programs we provide? Clothing and linens may be donated at a Drop Box at the following locations: Canadian Tire Aberdeen and Northshore Sahali Centre Mall 945 West Columbia St. TRU McGill Student Housing Walmart 1055 Hillside Drive Petro Canada 301 Yellowhead Hwy.

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Wine glasses don’t stay empty for long during the Galiano Wine Festival. KAROLINE CULLEN PHOTO

gnoring the crowd around me, I study the pink blush of the rosé in my glass. I swirl. I sniff. I sip. Elegant, with hints of fresh, small fruits. According to wine tasting protocol, I should spit this mouthful into the bucket provided. But not this time — it is too tasty. I swallow my sip and put a check mark by the wine’s name in my tasting booklet. So begins my adventure at the Galiano Wine and Beer Tasting Festival. Islanders and visitors alike have come to sip, savour and sample wines, craft beers and ciders. Galiano Island, one of the Gulf Islands off the coast of the Lower Mainland, is a 45-minute ferry ride from Tsawwassen. For more than 20 years, this outdoor festival has been the main fundraiser for the Galiano Health Care Society. Upon entry, I am given two glasses. A wine glass, etched with the Festival’s splashing otter mascot and a beer-tasting glass. I am not a beer aficionado so the small glass will not get used. Kim, my wine tasting pal, and I take a stroll past the booths. We debate our strategy with friends. Some are searching for the best wines below a certain price point. Others are tasting ones high above what they normally pay for a bottle. Others are tasting only reds, some only bubbly. We aim to discover a new favourite for a summer sipper. One of the wine representatives expounds on how

much he enjoys this unpretentious event as he pours Kim an extra-large tasting portion. Many of the wines he and the other merchants showcase are available at stores on the island. So, if we do find a favourite, we will likely be able to buy some before sailing off the island. An army of volunteers is busy preparing and serving trays of finger foods. Over the years, the reputation for the festival’s food has grown. Platters of homemade sushi are emptied in short order; the server does not get far from the kitchen. Homemade hummus with organic vegetables are a healthy snack as is the house antipasto. Stuffed mushrooms, deviled eggs, chicken wings and meatballs were all worth trying. When more ballast is needed, platters of assorted cheeses, cold cuts and sandwiches appear. Pastries and fresh watermelon slices round out the offerings. Who needs supper after this? In between the tasting and munching, we browse the silent auction items. What to bid on? A brilliant glass art piece or a wooden chair complete with wine glass holder? Various island artisans have pottery, jewelry and art works for sale. The local bookstore has brought a broad selection covering wine and spirits, cooking, travel, gardening and more. A band keeps the vibe up and people in the shade tents are tapping their toes. A very tall fellow offers his long arm as a measure for my purchase of a length of 50/50 draw tickets. Wine recommendations are exchanged with others

waiting in line for samples. One couple makes this festival the highlight of their annual weekend visit. They love the casual atmosphere and tasting wines outdoors. They comment as they point out their favourites marked in their notes. Then they ask, between swirls, sniffs and sips, “We’ve hiked Bodega Ridge and Montague Provincial Park. Where else should we visit?” I pause to swallow a mouthful of a particularly tasty Italian frizzante and start on my list of Galiano favourites. Looking from The Bluffs Park at ferries in Active Pass and over lushly treed islands receding into a distant mist, like a Toni Onley painting, is always a pleasure. More gratifying still are the expansive vistas at the end of the more rigorous uphill trail on Mount Galiano. Bellhouse Park offers a gentle slope to the shoreline and is a fine spot, should it be a lucky summer’s day, to watch orcas swim by. The sculpted sandstone rocks along one side of Bellhouse and at Retreat Cove are a gallery of undulating shapes, openings and patterns. Morning Beach is more sheltered and suitable for swimming. It’s a steep hike down through the forest to Mathews Point, which brings you to a pebble and sand beach on Active Pass. I could go on, but the line has moved. The smiling wine rep pours a taste and explains the mix of grapes in the vintage. As I hold the glass up to the light and swirl, I ponder whether this will be a “sip and spit” or a “sip and swallow?” Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent travel article syndicate. For more, travelwriterstales.com.

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