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DECEMBER 20, 2016 | Volume 29 No. 153

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Kamloops has two overdose-prevention sites, one at the Crossroads Inn at Seymour Street and Sixth Avenue downtown and one at the ASK Wellness Centre at 433 Tranquille St. on the North Shore.

RECORD MONTH FOR OD DEATHS DALE BASS

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The month of November brought the highest number of overdose drug deaths in B.C. for a single month in recent memory, according to the latest statistics from the BC Coroners Service. Provisional data shows 128 people in the province died

as a result of illicit drug use in November, an average of more than four deaths a day. The previous high for a single month was 82 in January. To the end of November, there had been 32 overdose deaths in Kamloops. In all of 2014 and 2015, there were just seven such deaths in the city each year; in 2013, there were eight.In the past decade, the only other years that saw the

statistic hit double digits were 2007, when there were 11, and 2010, when there were 10. The November numbers bring the total overdose drug deaths in B.C. for the year to 755, an increase of 70 per cent over the number of deaths occurring the same time period last year. Fentanyl remains a factor in a high number of the deaths. See 11 DIED, A6

Kristopher Teichrieb will need to wait until the new tear to find out whether he will be granted bail. The 39-year-old has been in jail since June, when he is alleged to have used a baseball bat to beat an 18-year-old into a coma after finding him on or near his Brocklehurst property. Teichrieb is facing one count each of attempted murder and assault with a weapon in relation to the incident. Jessie Simpson, who has since turned 19, has been in a coma since a short time after the alleged altercation. Simpson’s friends and family have said he was out celebrating high school graduation on the evening before the attack and indicated he may have been looking for a group of friends when he was attacked. In July, a Kamloops provincial court judge denied Teichrieb’s bail application. His lawyers have alleged the judge made a number of errors and sought his release yesterday in B.C. Supreme Court.

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The evidence presented at both bail hearings is bound by courtordered publication bans. Teichrieb’s bail review was scheduled for November, but it was delayed when prosecutors laid a new unrelated charge — an allegation he counselled another inmate at Surrey Pretrial Centre to commit an assault. The bail review took place in a Vancouver courtroom, but was shown streaming on a TV inside the Kamloops Law Courts. Teichrieb does not have a criminal record. He has elected to be tried by judge and jury and his four-day preliminary inquiry is scheduled to begin in Kamloops provincial court on Jan. 23. A decision on his bail is expected in the first week of January.

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The Kamloops SPCA has transferred many of its animals to other facilities in the region to make way for nearly 30 cats removed from a North Shore home earlier this month. The shelter was forced to close for a day on Dec. 8, due to the influx of cats and kittens, 31 of which were taken from a single apartment. BC SPCA community-relations manager Lorie Chortyk said most of the felines remain at the Eighth Street shelter on the North Shore more than a week later. The animals have not been seized by the SPCA, Chortyk said, but are there on “compassionate board” until their owner can find a new space to keep them. Three male cats have already been returned to their owner. While the City of Kamloops animalcontrol bylaw allows only two cats per residence, the SPCA advises pet owners to take on the number of animals for which

they can adequately care. Chortyk said that having 30-plus cats in one home is not ideal, but noted the cats do not meet the legal requirements to be considered in distress, such as being deprived of adequate food and water or medical care. “We had to check them for ear mites and things like that, but overall, their health is good,” she said. “Obviously, it’s not ideal for someone to have that many cats. We wouldn’t recommend it. But if the cats aren’t in distress, we don’t have the legal right to keep them from him.” Chortyk said animal-protection officers are working with the owner to ensure he understands what kind of care the cats require. It’s up to shelter staff to determine how long they are willing to board the animals. “We’d love if he would be willing to surrender some of them into our care so we can find them other homes,” she said. Charlotte Daykin, who has lived next door to the cats since August, is also hoping their owner won’t end up with the animals

back in his custody. Daykin said the cats’ owner initially constructed a shelter out of a tarp, fencing and an old couch in the back yard, but soon moved the cats into his bachelor suite. The smell from the unit rendered Daykin’s laundry room, which shared a wall with the man’s apartment, unapproachable. Upstairs neighbours sealed their vents to combat the odour of cat urine. When the man was evicted earlier this month, Daykin said she was able to enter the unit, which was strewn with cat feces and garbage. “They shouldn’t live in these kind of conditions,” she said. The cats aren’t the only displaced felines the Kamloops SPCA is hosting. Chortyk said pets displaced by an apartment fire and some feral cats brought inside during a recent cold snap have also led to a limited amount of space at the shelter. “The branch is definitely pretty crowded,” she said.

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comes to basic insurance rates,” he said. The B.C. Liberals are under pressure after B.C. Utilities Commission recently asked ICBC for hypothetical rate scenarios — information the Crown corporation initially refused to provide. Under pressure, it released a best-case increase in a single year of two per cent — assuming fewer crashes and positive impact from other changes. In the worst case, rates would rise each year until they hit a 9.5 per cent boost in 2019 —

a 42 per cent hike. ICBC is asking for a 4.9 per cent increase for 2017, about $40 a year on basic insurance. The Crown corporation is battling higher personal injury awards, higher repair costs and increasing claims. While the province did not spell out the terms to the independent commission, it noted the “objective of this review is to maintain public ownership and to work within the current model.” Stone is also MLA for Kamloops-South Thompson.

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TRU? Through Dec. 23 Pet Adoptions Find a new feline friend at Animal Health Technology. Cats up for adoption are spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, tattooed and microchipped. $75. More info: tru.ca/aht

Through Dec. 23 TRU Bookstore Holiday Sale Driving too fast for road conditions is thought to be behind a serious collision on Highway 5N yesterday morning. Highway 5N was closed in one direction and traffic diverted in the other direction for two hours following report of the crash about 8:30 a.m. Cst. Jason Epp said RCMP determined a southbound vehicle spun into oncoming traffic on the highway at Rayleigh. Two occupants, one from each vehicle, were taken to Royal Inland Hospital. In one case, injuries are thought to be serious. “The cause appears to be poor road conditions along with a bit of speed,” Epp said. RCMP said conditions are expected to worsen overnight, with daytime warming and melting leading to icy roads at night.

Kamloops drivers impaired; 38 lose vehicles local Mounties, 38 drivers have been relieved of their vehicles. The following is a breakdown of the Counter Attack stats to date: • 16 90-day immediate roadside suspen-

sions issued; • 15 three-day immediate roadside suspensions issued; • five 24-hour driving prohibitions for alcohol issued; • two 24-hour driving prohibition for

drugs issued; • 12 drug seizures; • two prohibited driving charges; • five tickets issued for no insurance; • two tickets issued for driving without a licence;

• one ticket issued for excessive speed; • one ticket issued for misuse of plates. Const. Jason Epp said several other minor Motor Vehicle Act violation tickets were also handed out.

Charges after truck hits vehicles downtown A 30-year-old man is facing charges after a truck struck several parked vehicles on Seymour Street in downtown Kamloops on Friday night. Kamloops RCMP Sgt. Darren Michels said police received a report at 7:42 p.m. of a truck hitting several vehicles in the 100block of Seymour, with the driver leaving the scene. Michels said officers found the truck a short time later near the Halston Connector and arrested the driver.

He will be facing charges of impaired driving of a motor vehicle and failing to remain at the scene of an accident. He was released and will appear in court at a later date. The incident occurred on the third weekend of the RCMP’s enhanced Counter Attack roadblock program targeting drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs. In the first two weekends of the enhanced Counter Attack, Kamloops Mounties issued driving suspensions to 29 people.

From cold streets to a warm police cell A man wearing a T-shirt and no jacket was wandering in the -20 C air on the North Shore just after midnight as Friday became Saturday. He is now warming up in a police cell. Kamloops RCMP Sgt.

Darren Michels said Mounties received a call about a man walking along Tranquille Road and waving his arms in the air. The caller was concerned as the man was not dressed for the

frigid conditions. Michels said officers found the man near Tranquille Road and Clapperton Road and, while talking to him, felt he was under the influence of drugs and could not care for himself.

However, while being apprehended, Michels said, the man pulled out a knife and fought with police. A police dog and several officers subdued the man. Michels said the male received minor

treatment at Royal Inland Hospital and was released into police custody. He will be facing charges of resisting arrest and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public.

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The holiday season can generate an extraordinary amount of garbage for our landfills. The best way to reduce our garbage is to not create it in the first place. Tips for reducing waste: 7 use reusable gift bags or wrap 7 buy items with little to no packaging 7 avoid using disposable products 7 consider giving experiences instead of items 7 recycle your Christmas waste Visit kamloops.ca/lessgarbage for experience-inspired and eco-friendly gift ideas.

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From Jan. 1 through Oct. 31, fentanyl was detected in 374 cases, about 60 per cent of all overdose drug deaths. That is almost triple the number of fentanyl-detected deaths for the same period last year. In Kamloops, fentanyl was linked with 17 deaths. (The figures for fentanyldetected deaths are one month behind those for drug overdoses in general because of the need to wait for more detailed toxicology reports.) On one day last week (Thursday, Dec. 15), at least 11 people died of overdoses, the majority of them on the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. With the number of deaths remaining so high, the BC Coroners Service continues to stress the importance of harmreduction measures that need to be followed by anyone using any illicit drugs or accompanying anyone who is using. These include never using alone, having naloxone (an antidote that temporarily reverses the effects of an overdose) and medical help readily available when using, using

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Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall (left), B.C. Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe and Clayton Pecknold, B.C.’s director of police services, discuss the opioid overdose crisis that has spread from the West Coast across North America this year.

prevention sites. The supervised sites will save lives, “and what they will not do is bring problems into communities,” because the drugs and users are already there, Kendall said. In a statement, provincial officials said 300 drug treatment beds have been opened, with another 100 coming in the next month. The goal is 500 reached by the end of March.

an overdose-prevention site (Kamloops has two, one at the Crossroads Inn at Seymour Street and Sixth Avenue downtown and one at the ASK Wellness Centre at 433 Tranquille St. on the North Shore) and knowing the signs of an overdose and calling 911 immediately. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall pleaded with affected communities to stop their protests against overdose

Research shows there’s a surge in illicit-drug overdoses starting on what is known as Welfare Wednesday — which arrives in Wednesday, Dec. 21 — and continuing for the two following days. Add in Christmas this month and the expectation of those who work in the harm-reduction business is this week could be the most stressful they’ve faced this year. Bob Hughes, executive director of ASK Wellness Centre, said on the first day of operating an overdose-prevention initiative on the North Shore, 35 naloxone kits were handed out and one was used to temporarily reverse an opioid overdose in a man in his 40s. It took three ampules of the medication to stop the overdose, Hughes said. He said the trend that starts with issuing income-assistance cheques is so well-known in many areas, particularly in Vancouver, that the number of paramedics is increased to deal with the spike in overdoses. “We don’t have time to do the surgeries,” Hughes said. “We just have time to stop the bleeding.”

He added he believes the new initiative, triggered by Health Minister Terry Lake last week when he told all regional health authorities to provide overdose-prevention sites, is helping. For ASK, it is simply adding to the kind of work staff has been doing, but with more resources and additional Interior Health Authority oversight and staffing. Hughes said the first day of operating the initiative — they are centred at ASK’s office at 433 Tranquille Rd. and at the Crossroads Inn at Seymour Street and Sixth Avenue downtown — showed it works. While he can understand the frustration felt by Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson, who went public with his anger last week after that city recorded 11 overdose deaths, Hughes said finger-pointing at government doesn’t help the situation. “The reality is this is an epidemic no one anticipated. No one anticipated the level of harm it would cause,” Hughes said. “What we need now is a sense of camaraderie and working together so no one gets left behind. “We’re going to be facing this for at least another year — that’s my fear.”

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Dr. Ian Mitchell believes the two new overdose-prevention initiatives in Kamloops will not be a success if that is all they accomplish — preventing overdoses. Mitchell, an emergency-room physician at Royal Inland Hospital and expert on medical cannabis and emergency medicine, has been appointed medical director of the two programs, both operating out of ASK Wellness Centre facilities. One is at ASK Wellness’s Tranquille Road office on the North Shore and the other is at the Crossroads facility at Seymour Street and Fifth Avenue downtown. Mitchell said having healthcare and advocacy workers on the streets talking to people about drug use and listening to them has to happen to start the conversation. “When you offer them some information on naloxone [a drug that temporarily reverses an opioid overdose], and you look them in the eye, they realize their lives

matter to you,” he said. “A lot of these people have trust issues and when they realize ‘They care about me,’ it gives us more time to talk about other avenues.” Those avenues, Mitchell said, can lead to entering rehabilitation programs, finding housing or taking other steps toward wellness and away from addiction. As for people who dismiss actions being taken to address the opioid crisis in B.C. — which provincial medical health officer Dr. Perry Kendall has declared a medical emergency — Mitchell believes many of the people making the comments “see these people as others, not like them. “That’s how it used to be, but it isn’t anymore . . .” Mitchell said. “More and more people know someone who has lost a family member to an overdose, who has had an overdose. They can’t say ‘That’s not us, that’s others’ any more.” Mitchell likened the situation to the days of prohibition, when people could go to speakeasies. “You get a drink that had no alcohol in it or it was just methanol and you died,” he said. “That’s

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what’s happening now with fentanyl. Many of these people are not addicted, but they’re all playing Russian roulette with their lives.” Mitchell referred to an American research study released earlier this month that showed supervised injection facilities for people who inject drugs saves money in the health-care system. The study by the a team of researchers, including the University of British Columbia’s Centre for Disease Control, estimated one such facility in San Francisco would generate $3.5 million in savings by keeping drug users out of the hospital. They would also be less likely to develop secondary medical issues like hepatitis and HIV due to qualified supervision. There are tremendous health costs associated with drug use, Mitchell said, noting the two sites expected to be stocked and operational by Wednesday are just one step in the continuum of change. “But research has also shown with sites like this, crime does not increase and discarded needles decrease,” he said.

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re they stoned? A four-member panel studying the future viability of the beleaguered Canada Post Corporation last week released its 94-page report, Canada Post in the Digital Age. The panel notes the legalization of marijuana “could present a new revenue potential” for Canada Post, “which stands to capture a large part of the recreational shipment volume.” The panel also contemplates charging fees for door-to-door mail delivery and installing more community mailboxes. The panel says the “impact” of Canada Post not carrying through with its community mailbox program — controversial for the increased vandalism and thievery these boxes clearly invite — could be offset by annual fees of $22 per address, or $88 “if only applied to addresses receiving door-to-door delivery.” User fees? Our taxes are already keeping this bloated boat afloat. Furthermore, delivering “recreational pot” through the mail, into community mailboxes, will provide more incentive for thieves to go fishing about in them in hopes of scoring a high. A parting question: If Canada Post delivers state-sanctioned recreational pot through the mail, if legalization comes to be, what’s to stop drug dealers from doing the same, with who knows what added into their “product?” Currently, the Canada Post Corporation Act blocks police from getting warrants to seize mail in all cases not constituting a national security risk.

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Q&A with John Horgan Here are excerpts from Tom Fletcher’s year-end interview with NDP leader John Horgan. Look for his year-end interview with Premier Christy Clark next week. Tom Fletcher: You’re at odds with Alberta’s NDP government on the approval of the TransMountain oil pipeline expansion. Does that affect your cooperation with them? John Horgan: No, I don’t think so. Quite the contrary. Rachel Notley was here [in early December]. We had a dinner meeting, we talked about the Trans Mountain pipeline. We agreed to disagree. She put forward her position of the government of Alberta, and I put forward my view that this was not in the interests of the B.C. economy or the B.C. environment, and then we moved on to talk about other things. TF: I asked Rachel Notley this, obviously there is a big benefit from a construction project like that, and the premier talks about additional benefits being worked out between Kinder Morgan and the province. Obviously, provincial resource revenues are off the table. JH: If Kinder Morgan finds money in the kitty to give B.C. a dividend, we’ll deal with that when we see it. But at this point in time there is no constitutional reason for revenues to be shared, and only risk on the B.C. side that I can see. TF: How does this pending pipeline construction and protests play in the 2017 election?

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VICTORIA JH: I think we’re still a long way from a final result on this question. There are still First Nations issues in the Burrard Inlet area. I don’t know how we can overlook the Tsleil-Waututh, Musqueam and Squamish opposition. TF: On liquefied natural gas, minister Rich Coleman has hinted that there might be an announcement on the Petronas project, say April? JH: I bet there will be. TF: What do you expect there? JH: I absolutely believe that Rich Coleman will ask his colleagues at Petronas to give him something he can say during an election campaign. TF: And you’re against the Petronas proposal. JH: I’m against the location. There were half a dozen companies that were reviewing Prince Rupert as a potential location, and every one of them came to a location that would probably have been acceptable to most people in the region, except Petronas.

They took the only available site, Lelu Island, right beside Ridley Island, which is controlled by Shell now. TF: Your $10-a-day daycare program is a rate that’s maybe a quarter or a fifth of market rates. In general, where does that money come from? JH: It comes from growing the economy. And what the B.C. Business Council and the boards of trade have said in support of moving to accessible, affordable childcare is that it makes their workforce more productive, it creates more economic opportunity. You’re building the spaces, you’re training the providers of the service, and the economy grows as a result of that. And so, over time, it pays for itself, academic literature shows that without any doubt. You look at examples like Quebec, where they have a lower fee [$7 a day] and there has been a benefit over time. But it doesn’t happen instantaneously, and it won’t be phased in instantaneously. TF: We’ve already got a shrinking work force, so you’re looking at this as more of a work force measure? JH: Absolutely. Now there is a social benefit to it, no doubt. It creates better-rounded kids, they socialize earlier, they’re better prepared to get into K-to-12 schooling, and the outcomes, one assumes, are going to be better as a result. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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RIH PRE-PAY METHOD AN ADDED STRESS Editor: Re: The Interior Health Authority’s decision to revert to pre-payment at the new parkade at Royal Inland Hospital. On Friday, I went to RIH for an appointment. When I arrived at 9:30 a.m., I was met with a lineup of quite a number of people waiting to register for a parking space. There was a similar queue at the upper level registration spot. This caused angst

for many, worrying they would be late for their appointment. This price gouging is absolutely ridiculous. The idea of estimating the time one expects to be in RIH is unfair as often it is not feasible to know how long one will be there. Recently, I was told I should expect to be there for three hours; in fact, I was there for more than four hours. This was not my fault and, for many, there

If this asinine method of “paying is to continue, surely a pay station could be set up by admitting. is quite a long walk to where they are going. If this asinine method of paying is to continue, surely a pay station could be set up by admitting. However, this method of pre-paying for space in the old parkade was one of the frustrations, as well as the difficulty in finding

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a space. The added stress of pre-paying for parking should be considered and a reasonable method of paying upon exit brought back, as road (or parking) rage can easily occur. Residents had to put up with many delays while the parkade was

being built and they shouldn’t be taken for a ride now. Perhaps a different designer should be used for any further building plans, as it seems there were a number of mistakes made in constructing the multi-million-dollar parkade — including the fact there are only two elevators, both of which often don’t seem to work all the time. Alison M. Patton Kamloops

REACTION TO ADDICTS CONDONES BEHAVIOUR Editor: The response to the fentanyl/overdose situation is draining crucial resources from our health-care system. Medical emergency personnel, police and other medical staff are reportedly burning out responding to the needs of a small group who are engaging in self-destructive behaviour (in a recent KTW article, it was noted one addict overdosed three times and was

revived with naloxone each time). Our medical system is already strained with the needs of ordinary citizens who may fall ill or have an accident, but who are otherwise working and contributing to our communities. We have a doctor shortage and, for many, MSP premiums are going up (I doubt fentanyl users pay MSP premiums). Imagine the outrage if “safe drinking

rooms” were provided for alcoholics or impaired drivers were simply temporarily removed from the road without consequences and then allowed to continue driving drunk. The reaction to these addicts only condones and perpetuates their destructive behaviour and needs a major rethink. Roger Parker Kamloops

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Kamloops firefighters will get a 2.5 per cent wage increase each year until 2019 under a new contract ratified with the city. The five-year contract is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2015. In a release, the city says the increases are based on wage boosts given in Lower Mainland communities, which historically have set rates of pay for firefighters across the province.

Both the city and union praised the deal, with Mayor Peter Milobar saying it will “provide great value to our citizens.” Kris Krutop, president of the International Association of Firefighters Local 913, said the deal contains some changes that will allow the city to make more money by offering training and dispatch services to other communities. Krutop said the new agreement will see Kamloops Fire Rescue offer more types of training in-house in the new training centre set to open

next year. “We were more open minded, I guess, about improvements in training and also how we would sort of deal with the volume of training we would do, on and off duty,” he said. “It was something we discussed quite a bit at the table.” Krutop said KFR has been limited in how many members it can train in some skills, because of the high cost of sending members out of the city. Besides saving money on staff travel, Krutop said the

additional in-house training can also be marketed to other fire services to bring in revenue. “Geographically we’re wellpositioned to provide those services, it’s just the level of service we’ve been able to provide has been a little bit limited,” he said. The deal will also allow part-time workers to fill scheduling gaps at the dispatch centre, which Krutop said will make it easier for the city to expand its client base without going past the centre’s capacity.

Jail time for leading Mounties on chase A man who led Kamloops Mounties on a high-speed chase before ditching his minivan and breaking into two homes is going to jail for a half-year. Jody Elliott was sentenced on Friday in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops after pleading guilty to charges of flight from police and dangerous driving. On March 26, the 44-year-old was spotted by police speeding in his minivan on the Trans-Canada Highway.

Radar showed his vehicle was going 164 km/h in a 100 km/h zone. When police began to chase the van, Elliott pushed harder on the gas, court heard, reaching speeds of 180 km/h before Mounties called off the pursuit. Elliott ditched the van in Valleyview and ran away. He burst into a house and claimed to have a gun, demanding the residents’ vehicle.

They refused and Elliott took off again. He was found by police in the basement suite of a nearby home. In exchange for his guilty pleas, the Crown dropped charges of robbery and being unlawfully in a house. Justice Hope Hyslop sentenced Elliott to a six-month jail term, to be followed by two years of probation. She also made an order prohibiting him from driving for three years.

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A B.C. Supreme Court justice will decide whether a “good man who did a very bad thing” should spend as long as three years in jail for confining and beating his mother-in-law after breaking into her home in the middle of the night. Crown and defence lawyers made submissions Friday in the sentence hearing for Rudolph Atzenberger, who was convicted by a jury earlier this year of assault causing bodily harm, break and enter to commit an indictable offence, forcible confinement and uttering threats. Friday was the first time Atzenberger has been represented by a lawyer. At his previous court appearance, the 58-yearold contractor erupted, hurling abuse at his estranged family and forcing evacuation of the courtroom. His defence lawyer, Ken Walker, asked B.C. Supreme Court Justice Ian Josephson for a conditional sentence on three of the counts and a suspended sentence on the fourth. If accepted, it would mean Atzenberger would serve no new time in jail for the beating on Oct. 9, 2014. He spent the equivalent of a month in jail after arrest. “He’s not only without a criminal history,” Walker said. “He’s a man of good character and this is an aberration in his life.” For two days at the beginning of the trial, Susan Denison testified her former son-in-law entered her home while she was asleep. He tore off her covers and grabbed her by the hair, pushing and pulling her. Over the next several hours, she said, Atzenberger sat directly across from her, grilling her about a series of family and financial questions. He hit her with his gloved hands each time he heard an answer he did not like from the 73-year-old woman. Atzenberger then forced her to sign a

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A village small and quiet lies in northern arctic reach On province edge where few men trek but those of native birth And hardy souls that came to see what grain they were made of Settled long ago through grave accord with people of the land Cultures mixed they strived to live in racial harmony A boy child born mid winter day with eyes as dark as coal His mother’s line, his father’s blood, ran through his coalesced veins And young brother to the one that left soon after he turned two For duty calls some of age, to keep our True North strong for all To stand on guard, serve in foreign land and be part of Infantry The boy turned twelve, his brother gone; so many years had passed His soul turned wild with wonders of the letters that came home A lifetime spent in one small town was more than he could bear He vowed to leave that Christmas Eve, for sights of distant shores Through forest verge he began his trail, to search his destiny He came upon a fire lit; a man crouched on woods floor A missing leg, a taken eye; fierce scars ran through his face The man took in the lad’s attire, the knapsack on his back He bade the youth to break his walk, and kindly stay awhile I’ve traveled far, I’ve tales to tell, come and sit with me He began to speak of long ago, before the young boy’s birth Of Christmas past, and simpler times, his years of growing up Living native ways of life or making Angels in the snow Look up he said, see that star, that’s dancing in the night Don’t be so quick to follow it; pay heed to what I see This world you have, many crave; its beauty breaks my heart The polar nights with aurora lights, too few behold the show Calm lays here with yuletide come, snows bound o’er our terrain No gunfire rounds, no warfare sounds, our home remains secure Listen to what I hear; melodies of songs are high above the tree Countries live with regimes that

are sundered and inflamed We task our troops with aid to those that fracture their own race Their lives are strained, weak ones die by countless figures veiled Too many children lie in the cold; this is what I know I’ve watched leagues of orphans weep each day and live abhorrently We’ve yet to learn to change the course in this nation we call free Our own people live impoverished ways, and grieve into the night My one desire, this Christmas morn; please take heart to what I say I pray for peace on us all, for goodness and first light The broken soldier had returned that eve, from across the sea The boy stood up and reached his hand, to help the soldier rise No word passed through his measured lips, but in eyes as dark as coal Showed he knew his will to leave was restrained for just a spell This heritage of his lineage called to him a different path A native race enduring modern face, to save everlasting legacy Star-set heralding Christmas Day, ice crystals sparked the air On Province ledge, the boy found truth, in that scarred and weary guise Features of his father’s face, the same as in his own stared back With slightest nod, he began to walk, and lead his brother home They came through the gates as sunrise hit, in perfect synchronicity Through windowpane of family stead, they beheld a wondrous sight The shining star perched on adorned tree, winged figures on the glass Gleamed off dawn’s luminescence, reflecting radiant bright casts And blazed outward in a thousand ways, making Angels in the snow Bringing hope for all, goodwill on earth and peace eternally “The broken soldier, kindly bid to stay, Sat by his fire, and talk’d the night away” — Goldsmith, 1770

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TRU staffer elected chief at Adams Lake A new chief will be taking over the helm of the Adams Lake Indian Band. Paul Fergus Michel topped the polls in the Dec. 15 election. Michel takes over from former chief Robin Billy, who resigned in November. He was elected in February 2015. Also vying for the position of chief were Henry Anthony, former chief Nelson Leon

and Joyce KenorasPooley. Michel tallied 136 votes, followed by his closest contender Leon with 61 votes. Kenoras tallied 20 and Anthony 18. Out of 594 electors, 235 ballots, or 39.6 per cent, were cast. On the election bio posted on the band’s website, Michel offers: “Engaging, traditional, principled, accountable, spiritual and

visionary leadership.” He also stated: “As Kukpi7 (chief ) of Adams Lake band, I will promote excellent governance, fairness, accountability, traditional values, professional standards, and respectful leadership that will promote and honour our Adams Lake elders, community, parents, families, children, our future generations.” Michel is employed

at Thompson Rivers University as executive director of aboriginal education. Michel came to TRU from the University of Northern British Columbia, where he was the First Nations director and adjunct professor in First Nations studies. Originally from the Adams Lake (Hust’alen) First Nation, Michel has an master’s of edu-

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Carrier languages. Meanwhile, the governance situation at Adams Lake Indian Band remains in a state of confusion following a decision in October by the band’s community panel to remove three band councillors. A notice dated Oct. 23 was posted on the band’s website and said band councillors Gina Johnny, Brandy Jules and Ronnie Jules were removed, leaving then-chief Billy and councillors Greg Witzky and Norma

Manuel in office. Two councillors are now listed on the band’s website: Witzky and Manuel. A Federal Court document dated Nov. 30 states councillors Johnny, Jules and Jules have been restored to their positions until a judicial review can take place in Vancouver on Jan. 20. In the meantime, it states, the three councillors must refrain from attending the band council office except for band council meetings.

Five-year-old Alabhya Maurya offers up a Christmas drawing as part of KTW’s Christmas Week, featuring drawings by kids and stories by adults. Pick up all three editions of the paper this week to see more art and enjoy stories from our readers.

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DONATIONS AS OF DEC. 19 Anna Evenrude, $50 Anonymous, $25 Sandra Blakely, $100 Margaret Sandulak, $75 Kay Prichard, $25 Rick Bennett, $50 H and L Francis, $50 Anonymous, $25 The Hanes family in memory of Brett and Bob, $100 Spencer and Janet Bryson, $200 Larry J. Lewis, $50 Anonymous, $100 Wendy and Kim in memory of Peter Basson, $25 Amy Regen, $100 Anonymous, $100 In memory of Mike Jules, from Hunter and Mitch, $75 Robert and Romona Goldie, $30 Jeanne Abbott, $200 M. N. Rueger, $50 Mrs. L. Stevenson in memory of Gerry Stevenson, $50 Shirley Brown, $100 Anonymous, $28 M. Colleen Stainton, $200 Kathy Mason, $100 Libby Denbigh in memory of David and Rachel, $25 The Patrick family in memory of Kelly, $100 Greg Harris, $50 Anonymous, $20 Joan and Larry Cummings, $30 Marlene Larson, $100 Anonymous, $200 Anonymous in memory of Sandy, $100 Lucy Hicks, $50 Anonymous, $100 Anonymous, $25 In memory of P.O. R.C. Carnegie RCAF, $100 Brenda Funk in memory of Henry Funk, $25

Lynne Totten, $100 Anonymous, $100 Paula Gardner in memory of Brad Gardner, $500 Julia Bergeron birthday party donations in lieu of gifts, $55 Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Hart, $100 Anonymous, $200 Joan Goode, $25 Anonymous, $25 Lois McAlary in memory of Sarah McAlary, $100 Edie Pletzer, $50 Anonymous, $25 Heather Palmer, $100 Evelyn Meyer, $75 In memory of Teresa and Sam Bruno, $50 1:30 p.m. Mon/Wed Old Dogs hockey group, $450 Anonymous, $100 Anonymous, $100 Sharon and Tom Moore, $100 Anonymous, $500 Gwen and Gordon Watson Harris, $400 Olga MacKay, $20 Harriett and Jacques Chave, $100 Robert and Jo-Mary Hunter, $200 Wayne and Twink Murphy, $25 Spats and Bingley, $50 Tony and Kaz Dufficy, $100 Gladys and Ken Klepachek, $50 Nel Sarrasin in memory of Gordon Sarrasin, $50 D. McKee, $50 Diana Hauser, $100 Anonymous, $25 Don and Marlene Pattern, $50 John and Val Kemp, $100 P. O’ Brien, $100 Wesley, Vanessa and Christina Mah, $75 Terry and Lynne Murphy, $500

Geoff and Judy Gibbard, $100 Anonymous, $200 Geoff and Judy Gibbard, $100 Cathy and Phil Homan, $100 Gwen MacKinder in memory of my friend Sophia Keuris, $100, and in memory of my mother Minnie Cook, $100 Anonymous, $100 Ken and Mo in memory of Kala MacKinlay, $200 Anonymous, $200 Cathy and Phil Holman, $100 Sandy and Robbie Osborne, $100 Anonymous, $100 Anonymous, $100 Terry and Dick Taylor, $100 Judy and Ken Zutz, $100 Leona Colna, $25 Catherine Damini, $50 Verita and Case Van Diemen, $500 Don and Debby Erickson, $100 Mike and Helen McBride, $100 Clarke and Merle Roadhouse, $25 Eleanor M. Nicol, $500 Jim and Thea Rousell, $25 Rob and Shirley Shanks, $25 Marge Lane, $25 Arlene Currie, $35 Stan and Evelyn Lowrey, $25 Kamloops Ladies Afternoon Curling Club, $180 Anonymous, $200 Calvin and Patricial Moulton, $100 Noeline and Kale Kerr, $100 Anonymous, $200 In memory of Fred and Sandra, $50 Vera Wojna, $100 John and Joanne Soberlak, $200 Anonymous, $100 In memory of Muriel and Norman Cooper and Gloria

and Tom Stout Sr., $100 First Annual Holiday Pop-Up Market, $42.25 Anonymous, $100 Linda Marson, $100 James Moffat, $100 Jerry Neigel, $200 Darren, Sharlene and Kyle McIlwain, $100 Joe Dobson, $100 Anonymous, $50 Anonymous, $100 Len and Sheila Knight, $50 Commodore dinner with friends and family of KTW, $1,525 Anonymous, $100 The Botham family in memory of Peter, $100 In memory of Juli Lion, $50 Thompson Rivers University Foundation, $500 Allan and Karen MacLaren, $25 Anonymous, $20 Anonymous, $300 John and Lorraine Hoffert, $200 Anonymous, $100 Kathleen Ayotte, $100 Anonymous, $200 Merry Christmas to family and Friends, $600 In memory of Aunt Gertie, $100 Marg and Terry Bangen, $100 Taya Berkhout, $200 Anonymous, $100 A and G Morrissette, $200 Angela and Chris de Haan, $300 Rusty and Ian Paterson, $100 Anonymous, $100 Barry Manderson and Kathy Bassett, $100 Rae and John Agassiz, $80 Sue Turner, $100 Frank and Chris Amon, $200 Anonymous, $100 Chris Wass, $75 Jo Armstrong, $100 Audrey Dalgleish in memory

of my sister Daphne Perry, $50 In memory of Dad-Noel from the Kirby family, $100 Hudson Bay Company associates, $301 Western Karate Academy Christmas charity kickathon, $7,475 Anonymous, $100 Bill and Carol Greenhalgh, $500 Tracy Hendry, $140 Anonymous, $100 Anonymous, $50 Anonymous, $100 Downtown Businessmen’s Christmas social, $890 Volkswagen of Kamloops, $1,000 In memory of Dicey Robinson, $1,000 St. John Vianney Friday afternoon bridge club, $149.05 Anonymous, $25 Alexis and Cathy’s Christmas party, $240 Rosemary Anerson, $50 Alice De Smet in memory of Bill, Brenda and Patrick, $25 Kam Tech Consulting, $300 Evelyn Vipond-Schmidt in memory of Wilf Schmidt, $200 Preceptor Delta Beta Sigma Phi, $100 Diane Bloomfield, $20 Maureen Carr in memory of Emily Lendvoy, $50 Anonymous, $200 Kamloops Community Corrections, $270 Anonymous, $50 The dental staff of Dr. Daniel Wotton, $220 BC Hydro employees, $382.50 Anonymous, $100

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JOIN IN FOR A GOOD CAUSE The annual KTW Christmas Cheer Fund continues, in support of five local charities: Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Family Tree Family Centre, Sensational Soups, Kamloops Sexual Assault Counselling Centre and New Life Community Kamloops. Donations can be made at the KTW office, 1365B Dalhousie Dr., on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. They can also be made online at kamloopsthisweek.com — look for the Cheer penguin and then click on it. That will take you to an online portal that will immediately generate a tax receipt for donations greater than $20. For donations made in person at the office for that amount, receipts will be generated in January. Donations can also be made at the United Way Thompson-Nicola-Cariboo office, 177 Victoria St., during its office hours. So far, the fund has raised just more than $30,000. Last year, it raised about $57,000, with each charity receiving more than $10,000 each. Thank you to our loyal readers for helping us to make a difference in our community.

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minutes into a speech at the embassy-sponsored exhibition in the Turkish capital of Ankara when a man fired at least eight shots, according to an AP photographer in the audience. “Don’t forget Aleppo, don’t forget Syria!’’ the gunman shouted in Turkish, referring to the Syrian city where Russian bombardments have helped drive rebels from areas they had

occupied for years during the war. He also shouted “Allahu akbar,” the Arabic phrase for “God is great” and continued in Arabic: “We are the descendants of those who supported the Prophet Muhammad, for jihad.” Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu identified the gunman as Mevlut Mert Altintas. He said Altintas, who

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OTTAWA — The federal government pulled billions of dollars off the negotiating table yesterday after failing to reach a longterm health-care funding agreement with frustrated provincial and territorial health and finance ministers. Ottawa sweetened its offer somewhat at midday in the face of withering criticism that it wasn’t bargaining in good faith, but the additional $3 billion over 10 years wasn’t enough to bridge the widening gap between the two sides. “We were working today to have partners with the provinces and territories,’’ Finance Minister Bill Morneau told a news conference.

“We were unsuccessful in that effort.’’ Morneau and federal Health Minister Jane Philpott had offered $11 billion over 10 years for home care and mental health, on top of a 3.5 per cent annual increase in health transfers to the provinces. That offer now appears to be off the table, reverting back to $8 billion over 10 years, with an annual transfer payment increase that’s poised to drop next April to three per cent a year — half the six per cent it has been since 2004. “We were disppointed that the provinces and territories did not feel that they could accept this offer,” Philpott said. “I woke up this morning feeling very hopeful . . . we

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will look forward to continung to serve Canadians and finding ways to improve access to care.’’ The talks appeared doomed from the start, with the provinces accusing the Trudeau government of refusing to negotiate a new federal health-care funding framework, instead putting forward what they considered a lacklustre take-it-orleave-it offer. Quebec Health Minister Gaetan Barrette had threatened to walk out if the federal government didn’t put more money on the table. P.E.I. Premier Wade MacLauchlan, speaking on behalf of the provincial and territorial interests, sounded a pragmatic and determined note as

he acknowledged the failed talks. “We do not — and we all want to be very clear about this — view the end of today as the end of a path,’’ MacLauchlan said. “We are on a path together, a path that we have travelled for 50 years, and on which we expect the federal government to be an active, supportive, engaged partner. “We do not believe that as of the end of the day today that we are at an impasse. We have work to do.” Earlier Monday, Philpott ducked questions about the concerns of the provinces, describing Ottawa’s earlier offer of mental health and home care cash as “historic” and “transformative.” “They can’t continue to make

ultimatums, to make threats,” said Manitoba Health Minister Kelvin Goertzen, who added that the provinces have long been demanding healthfunding negotiations with Ottawa. “For months, we’ve been begging for this.” It was clear the federal government wasn’t offering much wiggle room. Philpott appeared wilfully blind to the dissent, saying she was “absolutely delighted” with her government’s “substantial offers on the table” as she skated around questions about the provincial concerns. “This is a transformative, historic offer — we’re changing the face of health care in this country,” she said.

“I am certainly optimistic that the provinces and territories would not walk away from something like this.” But walk away they did — although not before the meetings were over, which appeared a distinct possibility as the day began. “I don’t want to over-dramatize this, but I think we are at a point of departure, potentially, for the federal government where we will see to what degree that notion of collaboration and co-operation is real or something else,’’ B.C. Finance Minister Michael de Jong said earlier in the day. Asked whether he would follow Barrette’s lead and walk out, de Jong said, “We’ll see.”

Goertzen was asked earlier Monday what kind of leverage the provinces actually had, with the federal government seemingly holding all the cards. “If they won’t listen to us as health ministers — and they haven’t over the last year — will they listen to the Canadians who are saying this has to change, our system isn’t good enough, our people are waiting, our people are suffering, our families aren’t getting the health care they need?’’ Goertzen said. “If they won’t listen to that, I don’t know what they’ll listen to.’’ An analysis by provinces released yesterday compared the potential outcomes of the status quo versus federal Morneau’s latest offer.

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Deven Sideroff (right) would like to be out east preparing for the World Junior Hockey Championship, but he wasn’t in Hockey Canada’s plans. Instead of sulking, the Summerland product is playing his best hockey of the season for the Kamloops Blazers. He was named the WHL’s player of the week for the period ending Sunday after registering five goals — including three game-winners, two in overtime — and three assists last week. For more on the Blazers, turn to page A26. Read KTW on Thursday for a look back at the first half of the season.

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he Christmas break is coming at the right time for the Kamloops Storm — even if it does break up the team’s hottest stretch of the KIJHL season. The Storm won twice in overtime on the weekend — 4-3 against both the Chase Heat and Summerland Steam — to enter the holiday on a four-game winning streak. The junior B team has won eight of its last 10, losing only once in all of December, and has 11 wins, three losses and two overtime losses in its last 16 contests. “We had a 15-game plan and the boys did awesome,” said Kamloops Storm head coach Ed Patterson. “The boys have done a really

good job of slowly figuring out that it’s not all the individual play and fancy stuff, it’s more working as a team. They’ve all had

more personal success through that route and it has been a good learning experience.” Despite being so hot through November and December, Patterson said the break is coming at the right time for Kamloops. Players will have the opportunity for extended stays at home — the club returns to action on Jan. 6 at the Revelstoke Forum against the hometown Grizzlies. Pushed as hard as they have been lately, Patterson said the break should help prevent the burnout the Storm’s coaching staff expected might soon be on the horizon for their players. “All good things have to come to an end eventually,” Patterson said of the streak. “I think this is the perfect time to recharge our batteries. Everyone is going to come back with renewed life but confidence with the streak we’re still on. I think it’s the perfect time.”

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The roster might again look a little different in the new year. Kamloops general manager Barry Dewar noted rookie defender Garrett Ewert — arguably the KIJHL’s best blueliner to date — has seen some time with the junior A Penticton Vees and may be lost for the season prior to rosters being finalized on Jan. 10. Tre Sales has also been playing junior A of late, with the Surrey Eagles. But Patterson was hopeful the roster would be relatively the same come January and said the Storm may benefit from the return of both defender John Ludvig and goaltender Aris Anagnostopoulos from injury. “I think we could lose a player or two for sure but, if anything, I think teams see what we’re doing — teams at higher levels — and if they’re truly interested in the boys for next year, they’ll let them keep developing with us, but call

them up for AP [affiliate player] games and maybe even give a verbal commitment for the following season and everyone gets the best of both worlds,” the head coach said. “That’s what I see more than guys just disappearing.” Kamloops has 15 regular-season games remaining, a schedule that will take the club just past the midway point of February. The Storm enter the Christmas break two points back of the Doug Birks Division-leading Chase Heat. Is the division title within reach? “We still play Chase three more times, we play 100 Mile three more times. Those are big points available. I think with the confidence and the growth of our team, it’s up for grabs,” Patterson said. “It’s in our hands to make a run at first place and that’s what we want.”

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Cameron Treadwell of the Westsyde Whundas and Connor Milburn of the South Kamloops Titans compete for a rebound in the junior boys’ final at the Fulton Cup on Friday. The Titans topped the Whundas 44-36. Valleyview downed NorKam 54-24 to win bronze.

The Fulton Cup has never been a cakewalk for the Westsyde Whundas. But that hasn’t stopped the club from going on quite the run at the annual city championship. The Whundas won their fourth-consecutive title in senior boys’ action at the Tournament Capital Centre on Friday night, defeating the Valleyview Vikes 46-39. “It’s definitely always a challenge for us,” said Whundas’ head coach Ryan Porter. “I know we had a four-peat, so some might ask, ‘Is it too easy?’ Not at all. At the end of the day, it’s a showcase of the city at mid-season and it’s always a great tournament. “We’ve never walked away with any of our championships. They’ve all been very close games.” The Whundas got off to a strong start at the tourna-

ment last week, winning both of their round-robin games on Wednesday — 69-42 against the Sa-Hali Sabres and 53-34 versus the Barriere Cougars — to head straight to Friday’s championship game. It was there that Westsyde squared off against the Vikes in a rematch of last year’s final, becoming the first team in the Fulton Cup’s 19-year history to capture four consecutive senior boys’ titles. “Whenever you’re facing a good team in Valleyview — who we always have great battles against — we knew we had to be up to the test,” Porter said. “For us, it’s all about our defence. We know if we come to play defensively, that even when we can’t score — kind of like we couldn’t score against them [Friday night] — as long as we defend, we’re going to be in every game.” Meanwhile, in senior girls’ action at the tournament, it was the Whundas who were on the wrong end of a lopsided result

on Friday night, as the South Kamloops Titans walloped the Westsyde club 72-29 in the goldmedal game. The Titans, who have dominated at the Fulton Cup for more than a decade, saw the crown cross the river last season as the NorKam Saints won their first championship since 2006. But it returned to the south shore last week. “Westsyde gave us a good effort and I thought they played well in the first half of the championship game,” Titans’ head coach Ken Olynyk said. “We kind of got rolling a little bit in the second half.” The Titans were led by tournament MVP Ally Lincoln, who Olynyk said “rebounded like crazy” and made some key baskets down the stretch. South Kamloops started two Grade 10 students — Maddy Gobeil and Olivia MorganCherchas — and had a strong group of returning players who were looking to avenge their loss at last year’s city championship.

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It all bodes well for the rest of the season, which gets underway again on Jan. 4. “I think we have a really good balance and we’ve got some very good players. It makes it easy, to be honest,” Olynyk said. “Individuals have started to play better. It’s unfortunate because now we have this long break. It makes it a little more difficult to kind of keep the momentum going. But, overall, I’m pretty happy with how the kids played.” The senior girls’ bronze-medal game went to overtime, with the Sabres defeating the NorKam Saints 59-57 in the extra frame. In the senior boys’ bronze-medal game, the Saints defeated the Sabres 58-43.

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Minnesota head coach Bruce Boudreau said recently that Wild goaltender Devan Dubnyk would outshine even Carey Price if he played in a market like Toronto. Boudreau has a point. There’s a case to be made that Dubnyk, a Regina native and former Kamloops Blazer, deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as Montreal’s Price and the great goalies of today’s game. Since he joined the Wild almost two years ago, the 30-year-old ranks first among all NHL goalies with a .929 save percentage, first with a 2.03 goals-against average and first with 14 shutouts (minimum 100 starts). He’s leading the league (or tied) in all three categories through two months this season. Dubnyk has been consistent, too. He had a .952 save percentage in October, a .942 mark in November and is .948 so far in December. He hasn’t given up more than three goals in any game this season, yielding one or fewer in 10 of 24 starts. The former Oilers’ first-rounder didn’t suddenly become a top-

Why? Youth is one of the challenges with several young players appearing unprepared for the NHL. A revelation with 20 goals and 44 points last year, Anthony Duclair has slumped with one goal and four points. Christian Dvorak, second in OHL scoring last year, has nine points in 27 games as a 20-year-old rookie. Lawson Crouse, the 11th overall pick in 2015, has recorded three points. Former third overall pick Dylan Strome, meanwhile, posted a single assist in seven games before he was returned to junior.

CALDER CANDIDATE

Former Kamloops Blazers’ goaltender Devan Dubnyk had a rough start to his NHL career, but has blossomed since joining the Minnesota Wild.

end goaltender when he landed in Minnesota. He’s benefiting from a much stingier outfit than the one he left behind in Edmonton. The Wild are surrendering the fewest high-danger scoring chances per60 minutes at even-strength in the NHL this season.

DESERT DRY SPELL

Despite coming on a bit recently, the Arizona Coyotes’ first season under 27-year-old general manager John Chayka has ultimately been a disappointment so far.

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While he helped the Penguins to their fourth Stanley Cup last spring, Matt Murray is technically still a rookie, having appeared in only 14 regular-season games before his stunning post-season run in the Pittsburgh net. The 22-year-old is therefore eligible and perhaps deserving of consideration for the Calder trophy. Murray is 12-2-1 with a 1.84 goals-against average and sizzling .938 save percentage through 16

games this season.

A POTENT DECEMBER

Another Penguin on the rise this month: Former Edmonton Oilers’ defenceman Justin Schultz. The 26-year-old has four goals and 12 points in December, the latter the best mark of any NHL defender. He’s also tops among Penguins’ defenders with a 53.9 puck-possession mark, his role growing in recent days with Kris Letang and Trevor Daley both sidelined.

ROOKIES IN THE ‘PEG

He doesn’t have Patrik Laine’s sizzle, but 21-year-old Josh Morrissey has been a helpful contributor to the Jets’ cause. The former first-round pick (13th overall in 2013) has played alongside Dustin Byfuglien on Winnipeg’s top pair all year long, fourth among all NHL rookies with nearly 18 minutes of evenstrength ice per-game. An easy skater and puckmover, Morrissey has been effective, first among Jets’ defenders (minimum 20 games) in puck possession.

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Jerry Rice was on the roster the last time the Oakland Raiders made the playoffs. That’s how long it’s been — way back in the 2002 season. The Silver and Black matter again, thanks in large part to up-andcoming QB Derek Carr, pass-rusher extraordinaire Khalil Mack and kicker Sebastian Janikowski. The Raiders clinched a post-season berth Sunday by beating the San Diego Chargers 19-16 on Janikowski’s fourth field goal of the game, a 44-yarder with a little more than 2.5 minutes remaining. “One thing we know for sure: We are on our way,’’ coach Jack Del Rio told his players in the locker room after they improved to 11-3, alone in first place in the AFC West. “We just punched our ticket to the playoffs!’’ A backdrop to this season’s success has been all the talk about how much longer the team will stay in Oakland. Owner Mark Davis — whose father, Al, was famous for proclaiming, “Just win, baby” — plans to move the Raiders to Las Vegas, where a nearly $2 billion stadium project has been approved. There is a Feb. 15 deadline for Davis to apply for the right to uproot his club. The window to petition for that begins whenever the Raiders’ season ends — and for the first time in a while, no one knows exactly when that will be.

GIVE WHAT YOU CAN

The Salvation Army got millions of dollars’ worth of free publicity thanks to Dallas Cowboys rookie sensation Ezekiel Elliott, who hopped inside an oversized red collection kettle behind the end zone after a two-yard TD run

during a 26-20 win against Tampa Bay on national TV at night. “Had to show them a little bit of love,’’ the running back said. Alas, the Cowboys were penalized for his display, angering coach Jason Garrett, and Elliott could get fined by the league. That prompted NBC announcer Cris Collinsworth to joke: “There should be a charitable exemption in the rulebook.’’

BRADLEY FIRED

Not much of a surprise here: Gus Bradley was fired as coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars after their 21-20 loss at the Houston Texas, their ninth consecutive loss. They’ve been bad much longer than that, though: The Jags’ 2-12 record this season brings Bradley’s tally to 14-48, a .225 winning percentage that’s the worst of anyone who has coached at least 60 NFL games. So, with Bradley joining former Los Angeles Rams coach Jeff Fisher on the unemployment line, the question becomes: Who else will be out of a job by season’s end?

NONSENSICAL TWO-POINT TRIES

Coaches just can’t seem to figure out when it makes sense to try a two-point conversion and when it doesn’t. Mike Mularkey of the Titans and Doug Pederson of the Eagles both made highly debatable choices to eschew a PAT after a late TD — and both of their teams blew it. For Mularkey, though, it miraculously didn’t cost the Titans a vital win in their playoff bid because they still edged the Chiefs 19-17 thanks to Kansas City coach Andy Reid’s own gaffes. For Pederson, it didn’t really matter because the Eagles were going nowhere even before their 27-26 loss to the Ravens was sealed when Carson Wentz’s pass fell incomplete on a two-point try.

We thought he was a pariah. John Tortorella turned out to be a prophet. He saw at least half of this coming. The coach had his say before he was fired by the Vancouver Canucks 2.5 years ago, a divorce the mismatched sides needed, and reiterated the inconvenient truth about a team that had slipped so far from its Stanley Cup final appearance in 2011 that it was teetering at the National Hockey League’s cliff edge. “It’s stale,” Tortorella said of the roster. “And that’s not their fault. This is a group that’s been together for a long time. It’s stale. It needs youth. It needs a change. We have to stop talking about 2011. The team needs to be re-tooled. It is a young man’s game. “You may have to slide sideways and find your way as far as a little bit of a rebuild. You have to. It’s just the nature of the game.” Only six players remain from the team Tortorella coached in his one-and-done season in Vancouver. And “sideways” would be a generous description for the Canucks, who are 13-16-3 and taking bets on whether they’ll actually finish with more than the 75 points they had last season in the franchise’s worst year since the 1990s. It wasn’t surprising that the Canucks, who managed a season-low 17 shots on net, were beaten 4-3 in overtime Sunday by the Columbus Blue Jackets. The shock, unthinkable even last season, is

Head coach John Tortorella has his Columbus Blue Jackets near the top of the NHL standings.

that a Columbus team that was so inept for so long that it threatened to turn what had been a solid NHL expansion market into a ghost town, is currently one of the league’s best teams. And their coach is John Robert Tortorella. After Sunday’s game at Rogers Arena, Blue Jackets’ captain Nick Foligno presented to Tortorella on behalf of the players the game puck to acknowledge the 58-year-old coach’s 500th win in the NHL. It also represented Tortorella’s resurrection. “You can give me a little credit on the 500 wins, but I don’t want the credit on the losses,” Tortorella said of a lifetime coaching record of 500-413-127 — and one Stanley Cup. “I’m saying that facetiously, obviously. “I think as coach and player, sometimes it can be a human side. It’s not always the Xs and Os and the grind. It’s just about caring about people. Situations like this (players enjoying his 500th win) help. “To get this opportunity here with this club . . . that’s what I’m so grateful for. Not numbers. It’s just having the opportunity

and privilege to coach in the league. “I’ll readily admit, as I’ve gone through a little bit of the grind here the past few years. . . . I’m trying to enjoy it more. I’m on the back nine. It’s just the way it is. I’ve been fortunate enough to be in the league a long time. I know it’s not going to be forever, so I do want to try and enjoy it.” The Blue Jackets are 20-5-4 and just won their ninth straight game. They are second in the NHL in scoring, second in goals-against and first on the power play, where they merely went two-for-two against the Canucks. This is not an aberration. It’s not luck. Canuck goals by

Jannik Hansen and Daniel Sedin that were part of Vancouver’s comeback from a two-goal, third-period deficit, deflected into the net off Columbus defencemen. The Blue Jackets really are good. Maybe not Stanley Cup-good but profoundly ahead of the Canucks, who have shed seven of the 10 oldest players Tortorella and former general manager Mike Gillis left behind, but remain several young, fast forwards away from being where the Blue Jackets are in their evolution. In Vancouver, Tortorella skated several players into the ground. In Columbus, he doesn’t have to because there is so much more youth and depth in the lineup. “He says it doesn’t mean sh--,” Foligno said, smiling. “I think right now, he’s in the moment, and we all are. But he’ll reflect when he’s older that that’s a helluva milestone. “Five-hundred wins, not a lot of guys have done that. It’s pretty nice. Hopefully there are many more. Hopefully, he’ll get 600 or 700 while he’s here.”

‘Caps sign two VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps have signed goalkeeper Spencer Richey and striker Kyle Grieg to Major League Soccer contracts. The deals are for 2017 with options for the following three seasons. Richey posted eight wins, 57 saves, and a 0.704 save percentage in 17 starts last season with Whitecaps FC 2 of the second-tied United Soccer League. Greig had a team-high 13 goals along with three assists, for WFC2. Richey and Greig are the third and fourth WFC2 players to earn first-team contracts, following defender/midfielder Brett Levis and midfielder Alphonso Davies. — The Canadian Press

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VANCOUVER — The BC Lions have signed Canadian longsnapper Mike Benson to a contract for the 2017 season. Benson was slated to become a free agent in February. Since joining the Lions at the midpoint of the 2014 season, the Winnipeg native has not missed

a single regular season start over 45 games and four post-season contests. He’s recorded 12 special teams tackles in that stretch. “Mike has given us everything you can ask for as our long-snapper over the past few years and it’s good to have him returning next season,’’ Lions’ general manager and head coach Wally Buono said in a statement. “Often times we

don’t appreciate the consistency needed to perform that duty on special teams, but much of our success in that area starts with him.’’ The Lions also announced Nehemie Kankolongo has signed a two-year deal. The reserve linebacker from Coquitlam appeared in 13 regular-season and two playoff games, recording six tackles.

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DECEMBER 20 - DECEMBER 26, 2016

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Aries, no one can fool you this week and this is quite an advantage. Make the most of your renewed sense of awareness and use it to make some important decisions.

A change of scenery could be just what you need, Taurus. Get out of town for a few days and recharge your personal batteries. This respite can do wonders.

Libra, think about exploring your creative side and find out ways to make the most of that exploration. The reward will be well worth the investment.

Scorpio, just when you think some miscommunication has been smoothed over, you find yourself needing to explain a situation all over again. Remain patient.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 2

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Work in conjunction with a coworker to accomplish a difficult task, Gemini. Embracing your cooperative, team-first side is the right approach in the week ahead.

Big changes are ahead for you, Cancer. Are you ready to turn your schedule on its head for the time being? You will have to make a series of changes in the coming weeks.

Leo, a hectic schedule on the horizon has you feeling some pressure to get everything done. It’s understandable, but afford yourself some time to have fun as well.

Virgo, uncertainty has you considering some options you never gave much thought in the past. Be open to new experiences and embrace this chance to start anew.

Sagittarius, now is a great time to make some healthy resolutions. Changes to your diet or exercise regimen may be just what the doctor ordered.

MATH MIND

BENDER

THE IMPOSSIBLE ZOO

Welcome to Gene’s Impossible Zoo. The zoo has some four-legged animals (exactly one-half of the number of two-legged animals). The number of two-leggers is exactly one-half of the number of zero-legged animals (often called fish and snakes). These are all of the animals and they have a total of 200 legs. It is not called an impossible zoo for nothing. Why is the description above self-contradictory?

Capricorn, do not overlook information that is right in front of you.This info can help you get through a tricky situation at work that pops up unexpectedly.

Aquarius, try to schedule a fun diversion that takes you away from the daily grind. A brief getaway may be ideal, or even a night out with friends.

Pisces, take a step back and reassess a situation that has frustrated you thus far. A new perspective might do the trick.

ANSWER TO LAST WEEK’S DIGITAL SETS PUZZLE:

The rule has to do with the shape of the bottom of each letter. Set 1: spiky bottom, set 2: flat bottom, set 3: round bottom. Tie-breaker answer: whether one considers serifs when categorizing the letters.

Full solutions online at genew.ca This puzzle is by Gene Wirchenko. His blog, genew.ca, has other puzzles & articles.

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Request for Proposals: Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band (LSLIB) Financial Advisor Expressions of interest are requested for the position of Financial Advisor. This is a part-time contract position with services to be provided on an “as-needed” basis. The role will encompass all areas of accounting from financial accounting to forecasting and include specific project work. Working alongside the Administrator and department managers, the successful candidate will be required to advise on budget forecasting and budget management issues, as well as on financial management aspects of specific projects. In addition, the Financial Advisor will help to develop the business case for various land development projects, business ventures, acquisitions and business decisions made by LSLIB and its affiliated companies. The candidate will also provide advice as needed to Chief and Council, and will assist the Finance Department in ensuring that the LSLIB financial management systems meet a high standard of efficiency and accountability. Candidates should have professional accounting designation, preferably with substantial prior experience in financial management in a First Nation context. Please forward expressions of interest, along with corporate profile and/or professional resume, to Doug Brown, Administrator, LSLIB. Contact information:

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HR Advisor Position (Part-Time Contract) Little Shuswap lake Indian Band (LSLIB) is seeking a Human Resources Advisor. This is a part-time contract position (3-4 days per week) for an initial 3-month period, subject to renewal depending on funding and ongoing needs of LSLIB.

Doug Brown Administrator LSLIB Phone: 250-679-3203 Cell: 250-314-7474 Fax: 250-679-3220 Email: dbrown@lslib.com

Help Wanted

Responsibilities

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Conducting job evaluations Advising program managers on recruitment and selection strategies Coordinating the appointment process for successful applicants Negotiating terms and conditions of employment with staff Providing advice and playing a role in work reviews and change processes Updating and maintaining the HR Information System data Write and present information brieﬁngs on a range of HR related topics Advising on staff development Contributing to the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices Consulting on issues related to workplace relations and performance management Providing advice and assistance on policies, procedures, legislation, and enterprise agreements

Qualiﬁcations

• Knowledge of relevant HR policies and procedures • Knowledge of the best practice on recruitment and selection • Experience in interpreting, advising and implementing such agreements and procedures • Ability to use a HR information system including, accessing, inputting, and compiling data • The verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse client group • The written communication skills to produce succinct correspondence and reports • The ability to research, analyse and reason logically within tight and conﬂicting timeframes • Experience in leading and working effectively in teams • Experience in supervising staff and assuming responsibility for workload allocation • Ability to identify development needs • A commitment to providing customer service • Ability to write and present information • Experience in providing advice and support to senior managers on strategic matters • Experience in leading projects and implementing new initiatives • Appropriate post-secondary training and professional development

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING Looking for Door to Door Carriers. Kids and Adults needed!

ABERDEEN Rte 501 – 655-899 Fleming Dr & Pl. – 52 p.

SUNRIVERS Rte 871 – 9th Green Dr & Lane – 34 papers

Rte 517 – 2267-2299 Garymede Dr, Greenock Crt & Pl. – 49 p.

Rte 874 – Canyon Ridge (area), 1400-1448 Sunrivers Dr. – 28 papers

Rte 523 – 2300-2399 Abbeyglen Way, 750-794 Dunrobin Dr. 75 papers

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Rte 583 – Butte Pl, Chinook Pl, Mt. Dufferin Dr. – 43 papers

Rte 877 – The Pointe Pl – 15 p.

Rte 587 – Sunshine Crt, Sunshine Pl. – 47 papers

DOWNTOWN/LOWER SAHALI Rte 310 – 651-695 2nd Av, 660690 3rd Ave, 110-292 Columbia St(even), 106-321 Nicola St. – 59p.

SAHALI Rte 472 – 1750 & 1795 Summit Dr. – 36 papers

Rte 311 – 423-676 1st Ave, 440533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 135-173 St Paul St. – 31 papers

Rte 489 – Malahat Pl, Manning Crt, 1950-1998 Monteith Dr. – 52 p.

Rte 333 – 1005-1090 Pine St, 10031176 Pleasant St. – 47 papers

RAYLEIGH Rte 833 – Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. – 44 papers

Rte 380 – Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. – 60 papers

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Rte 381 – 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, Lombard St. – 47 papers Rte 406 – 108-492 McGill Rd. – 62 papers.

VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER Rte 605 – 1770-1919 Glenwood Dr, Knollwood Dr, Vicars Rd. – 62 papers Rte 607 – Cardinal Dr, 1909-2003 Valleyview Dr. – 38 papers Rte 618 – Big Nickel Pl, Chapman Pl, Peter Rd, Paul Rd, Marsh Rd, 24402605 Thompson Dr. – 56 papers Rte 621 – Duck Rd, Skelly Rd, 96 Tanager Dr, 2606-2876 Thompson Dr. – 54 p. Rte 664 – Kickinghorse Dr & Way – 36 papers DALLAS/BARNHARTVALERte 750 – 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 30 papers Rte 754 – Hillview Dr, Mountview Dr. – 35 p. Rte 755 – 6159-6596 Dallas Dr, McAuley Pl, Melrose Pl, Yarrow Pl. – 75 papers Rte 756 – 7410-7510 Dallas Dr, Kelso Cres, O’Connor Rd, Rambler Pl. – 84 papers Rte 761 – 6022-6686 Furrer Rd, Houston Pl, Parlow Rd, Pearse Pl, Urban Rd. – 61 papers Rte 781 – Duncan Rd, Durango Rd, Sonora Rd, Wittner Rd. – 42 papers

Remuneration

Contractor’s fees are negotiable, depending on budget constraints and qualiﬁcations of the applicant.

How to Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume and 2 references to: Doug Brown, Administrator, Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band at dbrown@lslib.com. For more details phone 250-679-3203.

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Recreation **BOOK NOW FOR BEST WEEKS IN 2017** Shuswap Lake! 5 Star Resort in Scotch Creek BC. REST & RELAX ON THIS PRIVATE CORNER LOT. Newer 1bdrm, 1-bath park model sleeps 4 . Tastefully decorated guest cabin for 2 more. One of only 15 lots on the beautiful sandy beach with a wharf for your boat. Provincial park, Golf, Grocery/Liquor store & Marina all minutes away. Resort has 2 pools, 2 hot tubs, Adult & Family Clubhouse, Park, Playground. Only $,300 week. BOOK NOW! Rental options available for 3&4 day, 1 week, 2 week & monthly. Call for more information. 1-250-371-1333.

Shared Accommodation Male would like female to share nice MFG Home. N/Shore. $350. 250-554-3999. North Shore $400 per/mo includes utilities. np/ns. 250554-6877 / 250-377-1020. Sahali 1 furnished bedroom. $500 util incld. N/S, N/P. Cls to bus/TRU. 250-374-5226.

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1989 Mercedes 560 SEC. 61,000kms. Hagerty Appraisals #2 car $10,000USD. Selling $10,0000 250-574-3794

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2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $16,900. (778) 468-5050. 2013 Keystone Fusion Toy Hauler slps 9, 41ft 12ft garage asking $69,000 250-374-4723

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Sport Utility Vehicle 1981 GMC Suburban 4X4. Re-built motor/trans. Good shape. $2,500. 778-469-5434 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350. Black, AWD. Fully loaded. 160,000kms. $16,000. 250319-9291. Jeep YJ 4x4 1987 restored, 6cyl 5sp, lifted, 33”tires on Eagle Rims, 10,000 lb Winch, over $15,000 invested asking $12000 (250) 828-0931

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Obituaries & In Memoriam John Michael Dayton June 5, 1923 - December 10, 2016

John Dayton passed away peacefully in Kamloops Seniors Village on Saturday, December 10, 2016 with family by his side. John was predeceased by Mavis his wife of 64 years. He will be sadly missed by his four children Martha Pickton, Tim Dayton (Alicia), Jenny Garthwaite (Dave) and Janet Lewis (Tom), thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. John was born and raised in Vancouver, BC. He joined the R.C.A.F. and while stationed in Bournemouth, England met his future wife Mavis. They were married in Vancouver in 1948. John completed his Architectural degree and joined the firm of Thompson Berwick and Pratt and Partners. John and Mavis raised their four children in West Vancouver. Summers were spent at Grantham’s Landing then in retirement at Halfmoon Bay, both on the Sunshine Coast. John dedicated his life to his family, his professional work and volunteering for community Arts organizations some of which included the Overture Concert Series in West Vancouver, longtime Board member (and president) of the Vancouver Symphony, Vancouver Opera and Community Arts Council. John will be fondly remembered for his determination, inquisitiveness and love of traveling, passion for painting and the arts. The family would like to thank all of the caregivers, nurses and staff of Kamloops Seniors Village for the excellent care he received during his last years. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers and in John’s memory, it was his wish donations be made to the Vancouver Symphony Foundation.

Bob Kennell

Brian John Gurski

February 2, 1934 – December 12, 2016

Our beloved Brian, son, brother, uncle and friend passed away suddenly on December 12th, 2016 at the age of 59. He is survived by his devoted mother Marjorie, his sisters Donna Decicco (Hedzer), Brenda Durant (Dale) and his nieces and nephews Monica (Paul), Rebecca, Trever (Yarrow), Dirk (Dana), Anthony (Chelsea), Olivia (Lee), Tobie,

Bob Kennell passed away on December 12, 2016 at the age of 82 years at Gemstone of an unknown cause. Bob was born on February 2, 1934 at Royal Inland Hospital to Bob and Delores Kennell. After graduating from Kam High he joined his father in the shoe business Kennell’s Shoes. Despite his disability from Polio in 1959 he never gave up his independence he worked hard at it. Bob is survived by his loving family wife Rita of sixty-one years. Predeceased by daughter Beverley Mulford on October 7, 2016. Survived by son-in-law Allen, son Stephen (Dawn), grandchildren Sarah and Katrina Mulford, Jessica and Cory Kennell. Bob’s true love was his family, the dinners and get-togethers, his other love was driving the backroads of Kamloops and areas. Bob and Rita vacationed many winters in Maui and Palm Springs enjoying each others company. Many thanks to the staff at Gemstone for their many hugs and care these past two weeks, also thanks to my dear sister Lorraine and her husband Marvin Tansley for their support and love. A family remembrance will be held at a later date.

Analeece and Tavis. Brian is predeceased by his father John, brother Mark and his niece Carmela Decicco. Brian was born in Victoria, BC on September 14th, 1957. He grew up in Kamloops and graduated from NORKAM in 1975. He travelled the province in his 25 year career with the Department of Highways as a surveyor. Brian’s main goal in life was to make people laugh, which he did every day. His unique humour and loveable personality charmed every person he met. As well as humour, he had an incredible passion for music. He loved to play it, sing it and especially share it. He was obsessed with tennis in his younger years. He was a competitive player. Brian was a generous man who loved helping his family. Although he never had children of his own, he had an extremely strong bond with his nieces and nephews. He truly deserved the title “ Best Uncle In The World”. Brian was a remarkable man who will be missed more than any words can express. A Celebration of Brian’s life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

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Raymond Duane Moen

Survived by his loving wife Glyness Irene Moen, children Barry Moen (deceased), Barb Vhal (Randy) of Kamloops and Blaine Moen (Pam) of Kamloops. Grandchildren Kirsten (Don), Michael (Toni), Dustin (deceased), Kolton and Brody (Jenny). Greatgrandchildren Kennedie, Emma, Lacey and Tate. Survived by one brother Gordon and many special nieces and nephews. Raymond Duane was born to Peter and Lydia Moen in Stewart Valley, Sask. The third youngest of eleven children. He married his loving wife Glyness in 1953. Ray spent the better part of 30 years working in Northern Manitoba were he partnered with his brother Gordon, running Moen Brothers Construction and Wolverine Fishing Lodge. Eventually Ray moved his family to Kamloops, BC in 1968. Continuing in construction and working at Weyerhaeuser Pulp Mill until retiring in 1991. Ray spent his retirement enjoying his good health and loving family until his passing. Dad and his stories will be sadly missed by his family. We would really like to thank all the exceptional staff that cared for Dad. With a special thanks to Dr. Dong, Dr Prasad, Dr Schmidt and RN John who made a real impression on Dad. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

250-554-2577

November 22, 1937 December 20, 2012

To hear your voice and see your smile To sit with you and talk awhile, To be together in the same old way Would be our greatest wish today. So please God take a message To my precious wife and our mom up above. Tell her we miss her terribly And give her all our love

Your loving family Griffiths, Kelci, Nancy and Darcy and Families.

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A Vanished Friend

Raymond Duane Moen of Kamloops passed away on December 13, 2016 at 88 years of age. Predeceased by eight brothers and one sister.

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Around the corner I have a friend In this great city that has no end; Yet days go by, and weeks rush on, And before I know it a year has gone, And I never see my old friend’s face, For life is a swift and terrible race. He knows I like him just as well As in the days when I rang his bell, And he rang mine. We were younger then, And now we are busy, tired men, Tired of playing a foolish game, Tired with trying to make a name. “Tomorrow, I will call on Jim, Just to show that I am thinking of him.” But tomorrow comes and tomorrow goes, And the distance between us grows and grows, Around the corner, yet miles away “Here’s a telegram, sir,” “Jim died today!” And that’s what we get, and deserve in the end, Around the corner a vanished friend!

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hey’ve gone from bartenders to baristas to Bedrock. From Fogg N’ Suds to Frick & Frack to Frankly Coffee, Kamloops’ own Fred and Barney — the most recognizable pair of Franks in the Tournament Capital — are selling rocks.

Frank D’Amore and Frank Corea no longer own Frankly Coffee and also sold Frick & Frack. Last month, they completed the purchase of River City Rock Products. “It’s just an opportunity that came into our lap,” D’Amore told KTW. “We thought it would be great to try.” D’Amore said the new business offers a nice change — and a

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lot less to worry about. “All of them [restaurants and coffee shops] were staff intensive,” he said. “This is just Frank and I.” River City Rock Products started as an offshoot of Robinson Masonry. D’Amore said the bricklaying company found it easier to procure its own stone rather than go through a third-party company. “Basically, they brought in

product for their own consumption and it became a little side business,” D’Amore said. “We wanted to take it to the next level. It’s something that can be cutting edge with some of the new stuff they’re doing.” D’Amore said the company’s sales have been split fairly evenly between indoor and outdoor use. “It’s 50/50,” he said. “I just quoted a house where you’re doing the outside of the garage

and a feature wall inside.” D’Amore said he and Corea are happy to be back in business. “I’ve done a lot of things and, if you know me from way back, I’ve been in small business my whole life,” D’Amore said. “The one common denominator is customer service. Our customers come first. We give them something you’re not going to get from big box stores or places with head offices outside of Kamloops.”

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es, the Christmas season is upon us. I know this because my liver is saying strange things to me about what it will do if I subject it to one more party. I like to lay around over the break and watch a few movies. Why not make it an investment movie? They can be more entertaining than trying to read the Wall Street Journal. Here are a few of my favourites: The investment movie that had the greatest impact on me was the original Wall Street (1987) starring Michael Douglas as Gordon Gekko. The movie follows a young broker (Bud Fox played by a young Charlie Sheen) trying to land the “elephant” client (Gekko) and get a jump on his career.

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from this movie many, many times. The movie Boiler Room came out in 2000 and really highlights the darker side of the investment world. I always liked it

because characters quote some of the lines from Wall Street. When my wife watched it with me and heard the characters quoting some of the same lines I had

been heard to say, I must admit she gave a very perplexed look. I think the movie sends home the old saying caveat emptor — or buyer beware. There is always someone looking to part you from your money, so be careful. Margin Call (2011) does a pretty good job of walking through what happened during the 2008 stock market meltdown/financial crisis. This intense movie covers a 36-hour period in which the members of a firm are tasked with the job of unloading toxic mortgage-backed securities to unsuspecting clients at all costs. They are destroying their careers, but getting paid 10 years’ salary to do it. This is one film I can watch over and over. It is really well-written and acted. The Big Short (2015) covers several groups

of people who figure out there is something terribly wrong in the mortgage world leading to the mortgage and housing crisis of 2006-2007. The movie is based on the book of the same title, written by Michael Lewis, that is based on a true story or stories. This comedy-drama is a little eclectic in its design and that makes it entertaining. The takeaway would be that when the world is full of greed, everything is heading nowhere but up — and the smart ones see no problem getting the heck out. The last movie on the list is longest and takes real commitment to set aside the three hours to fully appreciate the roller-coaster ride. The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) follows the real life of Jordan Belfort and the stories are so extreme you will ask yourself if any of

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it could possibly have happened. The answer is a simple yes. If you watch it, pay attention to the scene in which Belfort sells an investor shares in what is known as a pink sheet. If you ever feel this message coming from your advisor, hang up. Les Consenheim is a senior wealth advisor with Scotia Wealth ManagementThe Consenheim Group. He can be reached by phone at 250-372-8117 or by email at les.consenheim@ scotiamcleod.com. This article is for general information purposes only. The views of the author do not necessarily reflect those of ScotiaMcLeod. Individuals should seek professional advice prior to acting on any information referred to herein.

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Blue Christmas continues through Thursday Non-denominational services a chance to recognize loss, other life stresses during holiday season Christmas isn’t always a merry time for people and, this year, four churches are acknowledging that reality. Blue Christmas services are planned this month, said Bruce Comrie, minister at Kamloops United Church. It’s a time to recognize loss, he said, a reality that could come from a death, a health condition, work issues, unemployment, relationship breakdowns or just basic stress. “Sometimes, people feel exasperated at this time of year,

with all the emphasis on family, traditions, happiness,” Comrie said. “This is a way of recognizing that they’re not alone in that feeling. It’s a way of validating it, acknowledging it. “If your inner feeling is different than what you’re expected to portray to the world, it can be difficult.” The services include some relevant scripture and other readings. Muted and calming music plays and candles can

be lit, Comrie said, a simple act that for many participants is the most important moment in the 40-minute non-denominational service. “It’s a way of honouring something or someone. It could even be the loss of a pet. It’s a symbol of hope, a reminder that we can move through the darkness, move from pain and grief to a greater light,” Comrie said. People are invited to stay afterward for refreshments and

conversation. Most do, he said, even if they just sit and stare at the table of candles. “That is pretty impressive, seeing 40 or 50 candles all glowing,” Comrie said. The final service is on Thursday, Dec. 22, at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. It is presented by Mt. Paul United and St. George’s Anglican churches and C&C Resources for Life. Each service starts at 7 p.m.

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Christmas and New Years Mass Times SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL 255 Nicola Street — 372-2581 • Christmas Eve 5:00 pm 8:00 pm 12:00 Midnight (All at Cathedral)

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hristmas and Chanukah may get the bulk of the attention come December, but the final month of the year includes other religious holidays as well. The following are just a few of the religious celebrations taking place this holiday season. • Feast of Saint Nicholas: Typically falling on December 6, the Feast of Saint Nicholas, or Saint Nicholas Day, is a festival for children in many European countries. In commemoration of Saint Nicholas, gift-giving occurs in some countries on his feast day, while some countries’ celebrations are more low-key. Children are typically the recipients of gifts, and the legend of Saint Nicholas, whose reputation as a gift-giver was widely known during his lifetime, is said to have inspired the idea of Santa Claus. • Bodhi Day: A holiday that commemorates the day Buddha received enlightenment, Bodhi Day is typically celebrated on the 8th day of the 12th lunar month. Bodhi Day is celebrated in many Buddhist countries and communities, and many celebrants choose to meditate in commemoration.

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Collecting coats, hats, blankets for people in need As the cold snap finally eases in Kamloops, city realestate agents are still asking the public to help them keep the city’s less fortunate warm. Realtor Cyndi Crossley said offices around the city are collecting coats, hats, blankets and other options for bundling up, which will be distributed to non-

profit groups such as New Life Community Kamloops and the Family Tree Family Centre. Both new and gently used items can be donated. The association has been running its blanket drive since 2014, when it collected 80 blankets for charity, and has expanded its mandate to include clothing items that can

also take the sting out of winter. “As far as the realestate association is concerned, we’re helping people have a roof over their heads,” Crossley said. “A lot of these other people, those blankets and jackets and everything else, that is their shelter for the night.” People can drop the items off at any realtor’s office or schedule

a pickup by calling Crossley at 250-3743022 or the Kamloops and District Real Estate Association office at 250-372-9411. Crossley said the association plans to keep the drive going as long as the weather stays chilly. The group has a list of community groups it works with, to ensure items are going to the place where they will be most needed.

The Kamloops and District Real Estate Association held its first blanket drive in 2014, when it collected 80 blankets for charity.

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Holidays create special opportunities for people living with dementia Sandra Lewis, general manager Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Centre, writes about patients with dementia and the Christmas season.

he spirit of Christmas is all around us and with it are the magical moments that light up our senses and create joy: the smells of gingerbread cookies and turkey stuffing; familiar Christmas carols; the excitement of Santa sightings and snow; the warmth of a

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card from a loved one; and even a first kiss under the mistletoe. It’s a time loaded with traditions we collect during our lives — and these treasured memories sit tucked away inside us for a long time. It is precisely this reason the holidays can be extra special for loved ones living with dementia. We know that long after our speech fails us, our other senses stay strong and alive and, in fact, can become golden pathways for enriching connections and

renewed joy. Like many Canadians, I have been touched by dementia in my personal life and came to understand as a child how hard it can be to relate at times to a loved one who seems disparate from the parent you once knew. I’ve carried that experience into my professional career where, over the past 15 years, I’ve been dedicated to seniors’ care and have worked extensively with people with dementia. My appreciation for the importance of

creating connections to the person with dementia has greatly expanded. While communication is sometimes challenging, particularly if speech has been lost, we need to remember there are other pathways to reach the resident’s spirit and their joy. At Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Centre, we embrace the Christmas season and all it offers. Like other care homes, there are many festive activities for the residents and families

to enjoy while exploring new communication pathways using the smells, sounds and sights of the season. Visits from family, friends and volunteers are always important in care homes and especially at this time of year. The feeling of these special familiar relationships creates a sense of comfort and an opportunity to reminisce about holidays past. Since traditions are often passed down from generation to generation, visitors

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also find a sense of ease in establishing a connection in this way. Perhaps you went on an evening drive every Sunday to look at the Christmas lights, or helped bake cookies with grandma, or sang songs by the piano. Emotions from those memories often connect a person living with dementia to a sense of purpose and meaning, even safety, all leading to a feeling of being needed and loved. However, this is a very busy time for everyone and it may

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District office located in Kamloops will be closed from 1:00 p.m. on December 23, 2016 through to January 2, 2017 inclusive, re-opening on January 3, 2017. The TNRD would also like to advise of the following holiday closures:

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