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Local product Kevin Davis and his Everett Silvertips are taking on the Blazers tonight

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Former RCMP constable Randi Love has pleaded guilty to a charge of cocaine possession

‘TERRIBLY SAD MOMENT’ Former Neskonlith chief and noted indigenous activist Arthur Manuel dies

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EXHIBIT OPENS TOMORROW Artwork on display at Kamloops Art Gallery showcases sustainable energy

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Randi Love, formerly a high-profile officer at the Kamloops RCMP detachment, is shown leaving court yesterday. The 41-year-old pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of possession of cocaine. She had initially been charged with three counts of cocaine trafficking while still employed as a police officer.

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Plan for safe-consumption sites set to take next step this month DALE BASS STAFF REPORTER dale@kamloopsthisweek.com

Safe-consumption drug sites will move a step closer to creation in Kamloops this month as agencies and other organizations prepare to meet with Interior Health Authority administrators in the city.

The meeting comes at the conclusion of a consultation period that included politicians, frontline workers, emergency personnel, police and others who deal with the realities of addiction.

The public also had the opportunity to express their views online.

Last fall, IHA medical officer of health Dr. Silvina Mema discussed the plan to create at least one such site in the city. Health Minister Terry Lake, however, recommended a mobile site be created to provide care on both sides of the river.

Kamloops city council gave unanimous approval in September to the creation of up to two supervised consumption sites.

Mema told KTW all sides are working to finalize plans, but no formal application has been sent to Health Canada requesting an exemption from the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act that would prohibit creation of the sites.

“There is an exemption application process,” Mema said. “The law requires all this paperwork go to Health Canada.”

She said she hopes any application would be processed quickly.

“While we talk, people are dying,” she said.

However, Mema said, the project needs planning.

“It has to have some roots,” she said. “We can’t float this out of nowhere.”

Mema said the success overdose-prevention sites in Kamloops are experiencing con-

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Emergency crews tended to an overdosed patient in downtown Kamloops in November — one of many in a recent spike in ODs blamed largely on fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.

ALSO INSIDE ASK Wellness executive director Bob Hughes says the creation last month of overdose-prevention sites in Kamloops has been an “incredible benefit” in keeping drug users safe

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firm a framework needs to be in place to ensure any clinics can be successful.

While the OD sites at ASK Wellness Centre and Crossroads Inn have been working well, Mema said, a similar site in Kelowna has struggled. Part of that reason is the existence of ASK Wellness, she said, an agency

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that has as its objective dealing with addictions and promoting harm reduction.

The two sites are in areas were drug users congregate while the Kelowna clinic is in a vacant building that once housed IHA offices, located in an area away from any part of that city where drug users gather.

In its first two weeks, the two Kamloops sites handed out 49 naloxone kits and staff used the drug to reverse four overdoses. ASK executive director Bob Hughes said the sites have distributed more than 150 kits which contain the drug that will temporarily stop an overdose.

In Kelowna, the start was slower, Mema said, but has been picking up.

The Kamloops sites have gone beyond the primary goal of saving lives, she said, also offering wound care and other services.

“That’s what needs to happen,” she said.

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Notes Winter Garbage For safer and more efficient collection in the winter, carts should be placed as close as possible to the traveled portion of the roadway, ahead of snow piles and windrows. Do not place carts behind or on top of snow banks.

Carts must be clear of snow and ice to ensure the lid opens when the cart is tipped.

Ord Road Recycling Depot This site is permanently closed, effective January 1, 2017. Please take cardboard and mixed recycling to the following locations: City-operated Recycling Depots • Bunker Road Recycling Depot 1455 McGill Road • Mission Flats Landfill Diversion Area 3095 Mission Flats Road • Barnhartvale Landfill Diversion Area 970 Eliza Road Private Recycling Depots • General Grants Recycling Centres North Shore - 611 Fortune Drive Sahali - 963 Camosun Crescent • Lorne Street Bottle Depot 270 Halston Avenue For more information, visit: www.kamloops.ca/recycling

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CALL FOR BOOTHS: The second annual Green Living Expo will take place April 29, 2017 at the Sandman Centre, and we are looking for companies and organizations to host interactive booths for the expo.

If you have a product or a service that encourages healthy, sustainable living, contact us: greenliving@kamloops.ca or visit www. kamloops.ca/expo.

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5th Annual Family Day Festival Call for Booths Last year, over 1,600 people passed through the Tournament Capital Centre for the Family Day Festival. This year, we’re expecting even more!

We invite local businesses and community organizations to host booths on Monday, February 13, 2017, 10:00 am-2:00 pm.

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LOCAL NEWS Former Kamloops Mountie Randi Love leaves the courthouse yesterday with a group of supporters after pleading guilty to one count of possession of a controlled substance. The 41-year-old had previously been charged with three counts of trafficking cocaine. Those charges were stayed.

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Former high-profile Mountie admits she used the drug

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A former Kamloops Mountie charged with three counts of trafficking cocaine while she was an officer pleaded guilty yesterday to a reduced charge.

A sentencing hearing for Randi Love began on the first day of what was supposed to be her preliminary inquiry on the trafficking charges. Love, at one time the local RCMP’s media representative, entered a guilty plea in Kamloops provincial court to simple possession.

An agreed statement of facts was entered into provincial court showing on three days in June 2015, Love arranged with an unidentified drug dealer to purchase cocaine on behalf of two friends. In fact, she was doing the drug alongside her friends, police later determined.

Crown prosecutor Gerry Sair said the original charges were listed as trafficking because transporting drugs is considered trafficking under the Criminal Code.

On the latter two occasions in June 2015, Love had returned from a medical leave and was on administrative duty with the RCMP. Sair said the information came to light when RCMP were shown Facebook Messenger posts as part of an unrelated domestic dispute involving the drug dealer.

Portions of those texts between Love and the drug dealer were read in court.

Love texted the dealer, saying she was picking up product for a friend.

“Want to do some?” the dealer texted.

“Jesus, no,” Love replied on one occasion.

On another set of texts, Love texted the dealer saying “I don’t know how this shit goes down and I don’t want to know.”

Those messages were frequently interspersed with “lol” and “omg.”

“Did you try it out?” he asked her on another occasion.

“No, I sure didn’t lol,” she replied.

In another text, she told the dealer she was frightened because she saw two Mounties nearby after they conducted the deal.

Those texts led police to believe Love was transporting the drug and not taking it, hence the original trafficking charge. But one of her friends, who initially protected her, later told police Love was also taking cocaine.

The Crown is arguing for suspended sentence while the defence is asking Love be given a conditional discharge — meaning she would not have a criminal record. Both sides agree she should report to probation for 12 months or until she has done 50 hours of community work service.

Sair argued for the higher sentence.

“Whether she likes it or not . . . the law says if you’re a peace officer and you commit crimes you’re held to a higher standard.”

Defence lawyer Brad Smith said Love suffers from a serious on-duty back injury in 2009 that derailed her career. She also

suffered emotionally when her father died in 2013.

“Ms. Love is not some ski bum in Whistler snorting cocaine in a stairwell. She took cocaine on three occasions to numb her pain, both physically and emotionally.”

Smith focused on what Love’s psychologist called “relentless” attention by news organizations on her court appearances. She was diagnosed with depression and anxiety disorders.

“Imagine doing the worst thing you’ve ever done and having it appear in the newspaper.

Here we have someone who’s lived through that.”

Love has endured three surgeries to fuse discs in her neck as well as surgery on nerves in her back, something she will require every two years, Smith said. Prior to taking the cocaine, she’d been told the RCMP was going to medically discharge her because she was no longer physically able.

She also claims she was sexually harassed by a superior years earlier and had also been through two difficult domestic breakups.

Smith called the cocaine use “an attempt to self-medicate.”

Love resigned from the national police force in January last year amid the investigation into the allegations.

She has since decided to become a counsellor and intends to register for courses in Kelowna. But Smith said her career aspirations could be cut short with a criminal conviction on her record.

A sentencing decision will be given at a later date.

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‘Incredible benefit’ to overdose-prevention sites, ASK Wellness says DALE BASS

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There’s been an “incredible benefit” to last month’s creation of overdose-prevention sites in Kamloops, said Bob Hughes, something that goes beyond ensuring drug users are safe — many of them are talking with the medical staff there about some of the reasons they are in their lifestyles.

The executive director of ASK Wellness Centre said that as staff hand out safe drug-use equipment — a program the agency has done for years to help combat infections and other diseases associated with drug use — they’re also looking for opportunities to ask clients about housing needs other health issues and whether they’re ready to try rehabilitation programs or other services that might see them make changes in the way they live.

“It’s not just an exchange of the gear,” Hughes said. “Having nurses there also helps prevent

anyone dying from an overdose but it also opens the opportunity to talk to people instead of just saying, ‘Here’s your equipment, now go.’ I think that is one of the unintended but incredibly beneficial outcomes.

“We want to help people to be safe but at the moment someone wants to go into a treatment program, that should be a red-carpet ride for people who want to go and get help.”

Hughes praised the nursing staff who are working with the agency at the sites for being “welcoming, skilled and compassionate.

“Along with our workers, it brings together harm-reduction and treatment into a unified approach.

“Before, the treatment linkage had been absent,” he said.

He also lauded Dr. Ian Mitchell, who has volunteered to be the medical director for the two sites. Mitchell is an emergency-room physician at Royal Inland Hospital and expert on medical cannabis and emergency medicine.

Since the overdose-prevention sites were established at the ASK office on Tranquille Road and the Crossroads Inn housing facility it operates on Seymour Street, more than 150 naloxone kits have been handed out.

Only one overdose death was reported over the Christmas holiday period, Hughes said, that of a recreational-drug user in his 20s who, despite several injections of the drug that temporarily stops an overdose — usually long enough for emergency personnel to arrive — the man was declared brain-dead.

“It was such a tragedy,” Hughes said. “He thought he was using cocaine.”

The drug was likely laced with fentanyl, Hughes said, the opioid at the heart of the provincial health crisis that has seen overdoses and related death rates soaring.

Despite that, he said, research is showing the incidence of overdose deaths in recreational drug users is starting to decrease.

“So they seem to be getting the message,” Hughes said.

HPV vaccine will be made available to boys in September In September, the province will begin providing the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination to boys through the publicly funded immunization program.

Health Minister Terry Lake said the initiative expands on the program that has been available to Grade 6 girls.

Grade 6 boys are being added to help improve protection against a range of cancers caused by the virus that can affect both boys and girls.

The program will be part of school-based clinics, but will also be available at health-care providers and public-health units.

“Vaccine safety monitoring continues to show the safety of the HPV immunization,” said Dr. Perry Kendall, B.C.’s provincial health officer.

“It’s just as effective in preventing HPV-related cancers in males as it is in females and the benefits are long lasting.”

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School district responding to death of student DALE BASS

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School District 73 follows a structured process when — one that has a lot of leeway in how it proceeds — when a student dies, according to Trish Smillie, the district’s director of student supports.

Ashtyn Middleton, a student at Twin Rivers Education Centre, died in a North Kamloops house on Jan. 7. Police and coroners are investigating.

All school district counsellors are called and given the information when a student dies, Smillie said. They work on a support plan that will address various reactions to the death from other family in the system to friends to teachers and anyone related to the deceased.

That often means talking with several schools. Kamloops is small enough that students have peers in other schools, particularly at the secondary level, Smillie said, and principals will talk with each other to provide an alert if grief and trauma might be felt at their institutions.

There have been times when the death did not occur in Kamloops but it has still had an impact.

Most recently, that happened in November when a man entered an Abbotsford high school and stabbed a student to death.

Smillie said a conference call was held with all SD73 principals to update them on it, discuss all the safety precautions in place in the city’s schools and alert them to watch for signs of trauma from students who might wonder about their own security in class.

Support comes in many ways, Smillie said. It can be targeted not only for those close

to the deceased but others in the school community who react to the existence of grief around them.

The district assists in ways to memorialize the student, as well.

It can range from flying the flag at halfmast, a visual acknowledgement of the grief,

to designating a spot for tributes and memorials to be placed. If the student is First Nations or aboriginal, the district works with its principal who oversees that part of the education system, as well as others, to ensure any memorializing is culturally appropriate.

Stroumboulopoulos, Costeau set to headline TRU event International Days at Thompson Rivers University will see some big names join the event to talk about global change.

CBC personality George Stroumboulopoulos will host a keynote panel that will include ocean conservationist Fabien Cousteau, educator/activist/artist Kim Katrin Milan and climate expert Tom Rand.

The group will talk about the United Nation’s sustainabledevelopment goals and how they affect the Earth’s future on Tuesday, March 7, opening day of the four-day festival, in the Grand Hall at the Campus

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There will be information booths, workshops, and, wrapping it all up on March 10, an international showcase of fashion and food.

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NOT: The latest delay in re-opening the Westsyde Pool. The facility has been closed since the summer of 2015 and looks like it won’t reopen until this summer after it was discovered the wrong materials have been used to replace the pool’s rotting roof.

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HOT/NOT HOT: Guess it depends on which side you fall in the ongoing Trans Mountain pipeline debate. Those who see the potential job growth during the construction period are praising it while others who are concerned about pipeline safety are condemning the decision by the provincial government.

HOT: The four conservation officers who rescued a fawn from the icy North Thompson River. The little critter was half-in, half-out of the water when someone saw it and called for help. The quartet spent an hour bringing the fawn back to safety and made sure it was fully recovered and not in danger of hypothermia.

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Justice system must be open

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omewhere in B.C., some years ago, a girl died.

Later this month, a man is scheduled to stand trial on allegations he sexually assaulted the girl before she died.

Any time someone is charged with a sexual offence, there is an automatic ban on publication of the name of the alleged victim, as well as any information that could identify the victim.

Such things are only possible when the victim — or, in this case, the deceased victim’s family — wants the ban lifted and the girl’s mother wanted it done.

She wanted people to know her now-dead daughter was also the alleged victim of a sexual assault.

The mother’s reasons were noble.

She thought having her daughter’s name public could convince silent rape victims to come forward.

She also hoped the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault might provide some context for the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s death.

A reporter phoned the prosecutor, who was not on board with lifting the ban.

If the prosecutor had agreed, the process could have been simple — go to court, ask the judge to lift the ban and

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MUSINGS go from there.

The reporter — not the prosecutor — filed an application in court to have the ban lifted. It would require the eventual support of the prosecutor, but that seemed possible.

Within hours of the application being filed, the lawyer prosecuting the case phoned the mother and told her lifting the ban would put the trial in jeopardy.

The mother called the reporter and said she did not want to jeopardize the case.

The reporter phoned the prosecutor and asked how lifting the ban would cause a problem with the case.

What the prosecutor said was surprising — having the sex-assault trial in the news would jeopardize the case because witnesses might be spooked by the coverage.

The prosecutor, essentially, wanted to have a trial in secret.

That is not how our judicial system works.

Canada’s justice system is open and must be seen to be open.

When this trial begins later this month, it will not be as open as it should be.

It will be one of many sexassault cases with an accused and an anonymous victim as the application has no chance of succeeding given the change of heart of the mother, due to the prosecutor’s phone call.

That is in the best interest of no one but the prosecutor.

There are certainly cases in which justice can only be done when a publication ban is in place.

This is not one of them.

According to the Supreme Court of Canada, bans are meant to be imposed only when it is necessary “to prevent a real and substantial risk to the fairness of the trial” and “the salutary effects of the publication ban outweigh the deleterious effects to the free expression of those affected by the ban.”

In this case, a prosecutor wants to conduct a trial with as little public scrutiny as possible.

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IN WAKE OF OPIOID CRISIS, REGULATE DRUGS Editor: I think the development of more powerful street drugs (i.e. fentanyl, meth, etc.) of course is driven by the profits available for cheaper more powerful lethal drugs.

I think it may be time to look at legalizing drugs so we can better control them.

Drugs at one time in world history were legal and the use of them was far less widespread.

Coca Cola at one time contained cocaine (hence the name coke).

The consumption of alcohol

during Prohibition was far more widespread than when it was legal.

There were many deaths from badly produced by unregulated producers of alcohol or antifreeze-laced cocktails.

The growth of gangland crime and political corruption was rampant.

Maybe an open-minded approach is necessary to solve the drug problems of the Western world.

Between fentanyl deaths, brain-dead meth users and gangland slayings in protecting terri-

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tory, the scourge on our society may be of our own doing.

How much do we spend on policing, incarceration and overloaded courts systems, while the drug cartels make more than Canada’s gross national product?

I may sound weird to think this could ever happen, seeing how long it is taking to legalize what grows naturally.

I don’t doubt drug money can grease a lot of political wheels to keep things illegal.

John Rimmell Kamloops

open-minded approach is necessary to solve the drug problems of the Western world.”

LACK OF SNOW REMOVAL POSES DANGER TO RESIDENTS Editor: I agree with the Jan. 5 letter on snow removal (‘Heaps of snow need to be removed’).

Where are the dump trucks to haul the snow away?

The city should be

taking the snow away so we can at least clear our windrow left behind by snow plows and sidewalk cleaners.

The windrows are so heavy with salt and sand it becomes almost impossible to lift and drop

them elsewhere.

I called the city about this problem and was told residents are responsible for clearing the driveways and sidewalks.

I don’t have a problem with that but the city hasn’t taken into consid-

eration the seniors who shouldn’t be doing this sort of lifting. My husband was almost hit by a car when shovelling.

The city hall employee asked “did he get the licence plate number?”

Who the heck thinks of

that when something like this happens?

I’m very disappointed with the city.

I live on Westsyde Road and we all know what the Indy 500 is like.

Lori Anton Kamloops

GRATEFUL FOR ‘WONDERFUL CARE’ IN TIME OF NEED Editor: What better time than the beginning of a brand new year, 2017, to thank the staff of the Kamloops Seniors Village.

They truly are unsung angels on Earth.

My husband and I fell ill with a flu bug on Tuesday, Dec. 27.

Well, the next morning a miracle happened.

The most friendly and helpful health-care aid workers and dietary staff jumped into action, bringing chicken broth, apple juice and Jello daily with the warmest, friendliest faces you will ever see.

Even though they were run off their feet, the smiles never left their faces.

What wonderful care.

We especially want to thank: Kris Liana, Cheryl and Jen. You all deserve our thanks for your concern.

We are one senior couple

really blessed — we couldn’t be in a better place.

Happy New Year to all the staff and everyone here.

We hope and pray that 2017 will be a healthy year for all — from a senior couple.

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He died on Wednesday, surrounded by his family, Doreen Manuel said.

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VICTORIA — The British Columbia government spent more than $600,000 on the royal tour last fall of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their two young children.

Through a costsharing agreement with the federal government, the province says its portion of expenses totalled $613,363.93.

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Trudeau tells Kingston town hall he favoured ranked ballot system THE CANADIAN PRESS

KINGSTON, Ont. — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reminded dozens of people at a town hall meeting yesterday that he favoured a ranked ballot system in the past, even though his government insists it has an open mind about how to change the electoral system.

Trudeau, who faced critical questions about issues including the Phoenix pay controversy and the handling of indigenous issues, is at the start of a whirlwind, taxpayerfunded outreach tour.

“If a government gets disconnected from the people we have the responsibility of serving, then not only can we not serve them very well, but they notice,’’ he said.

Under questioning from two public servants, Trudeau reiterated that the handling of the govern-

ment-pay system issue is unacceptable.

He was also pressed on issues including the need for a national pharmacare program, his government’s recent decision to approve pipelines and transgender rights.

Earlier in the day, Trudeau visited a community restaurant in Ottawa, the Aquatarium in Brockville, Ont., which features fish native to the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding area, and a highway rest stop.

It’s a schedule reminiscent of an election campaign.

Trudeau is to hold another town hall meeting later today in Belleville, Ont. The tour comes as his government attempts to fend off recent controversies including questions around a holiday in the Bahamas with the Aga Khan and cash-foraccess fundraisers.

Seven Canadian soldiers treated at hospital in Iraq since November THE CANADIAN PRESS

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OTTAWA — National Defence is refusing to disclose details about several Canadian soldiers treated at a military hospital in northern Iraq in recent weeks, including whether any of them were wounded on the battlefield.

The soldiers were among 120 patients who were seen at the medical facility since it began operating near the Kurdish city of Erbil at the end of November, according to figures provided to The Canadian Press.

The hospital, staffed by about 50 Canadian Forces medical personnel, is providing emergency and nonemergency care to those involved in the battle for nearby Mosul, Iraq’s second-largest city.

The figures show that the majority of patients seen at the facility have been troops from other coalition countries such as the United States, which has more than 5,000 soldiers in Iraq.

But the hospital had also treated seven Canadian soldiers, as well as three members of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant who were captured and needed medical aid.

Military spokesman Capt.

Vincent Bouchard refused this week to say whether any of the seven Canadians were wounded in combat.

“For privacy reasons and operational considerations, the Canadian Armed Forces do not release details about the types of injuries treated at the Role 2 medical facility,’’ Bouchard said in an email.

As for the captured ISIL fighters, officials said they remained in the custody of coalition members even while being treated by Canadian medical personnel.

The military’s refusal to say whether any Canadian soldiers have been wounded in combat sparked fresh calls from opposition parties on Thursday for more transparency about the mission.

“Canadians should know if our troops are being injured on a mission,’’ NDP foreign affairs critic Helene Laverdiere said in an email.

“If the Liberals are trying to stop this information coming out because it would prove that our soldiers are entering into combat, then that would be disgraceful.

“We don’t play games with wounded soldiers.’’

Cabinet ministers and military commanders say Canadian troops are not involved in combat, as was promised by the Liberals during the 2015 federal election.

But critics have accused the government of hiding information and even misleading the public about the nature of the mission, which they believe includes combat.

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Biden: Intel officials told us about Trump allegations JOSH LEDERMAN

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON — VicePresident Joe Biden said yesterday that top intelligence leaders told him and President Barack Obama they felt obligated to inform them about uncorroborated allegations about president-elect Donald Trump out of concern the information would become public and catch them off-guard.

In an interview, Biden said neither he nor Obama asked U.S. intelligence agencies to try to corroborate the unverified claims that Russia had obtained compromising sexual and financial allegations about Trump.

“I think it’s something that obviously the agency thinks they have to track down,’’ Biden said.

He added later, “It surprised me in that it made it to the point where the agency, the FBI thought they had to pursue it.’’

In the hourlong session with The Associated Press and other news outlets, the vice-president was sharply critical of Trump

for publicly disparaging intelligence officials, saying Trump was damaging U.S. standing and playing into Russia’s hands. He also took umbrage at Trump’s comments accusing intelligence agencies of allowing the information to leak publicly and drawing a comparison to “living in Nazi Germany.’’

“The one thing you never want to invoke is Nazi Germany, no matter what the circumstances,’’ Biden said. “It’s an overwhelming diversion from the point you’re trying to make.’’

Biden said that in the briefing he and Obama received from Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and others, there were “no conclusions drawn’’ from the uncorroborated dossier, which was produced in August and then released publicly this week by the media.

Biden said it was “totally ancillary’’ to the purpose of the meeting, which was to brief Obama on a report he ordered documenting Russian interference in the U.S. campaign.

“As a matter of fact, the

president was like, ‘What does this have anything to do with anything?’’’ Biden said. He said intelligence leaders responded by saying “Well, we feel obliged to tell you, Mr. President, because you may hear about it.

We’re going to tell him,’’ referring to Trump.

Biden said intelligence leaders told him and Obama that they couldn’t say whether or not the allegations were true or untrue. He said there was “hardly any discussion’’ about the allegations in the briefing.

“Neither the president nor I asked for any detail,’’ Biden said.

But he added of the dossier: “I’ve read everything.’’

Trump has vehemently denied the allegations included in a dossier about close co-ordination between Trump’s inner circle and Russians. The dossier also included unsubstantiated claims about unusual sexual activities by Trump, attributed to anonymous sources. The Associated Press has not authenticated the claims. Trump has denied them.

More airstrikes despite Syria pact THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BEIRUT — The U.N. envoy for Syria said yesterday that a ceasefire was “largely holding with some exceptions,’’ as opposition activists reported a mounting number of government airstrikes, including a raid in the northern Aleppo province that killed at least six civilians.

Speaking to reporters in

Geneva, Staffan de Mistura said he was concerned that fighting northwest of Damascus that has cut off the capital’s clean water supply would further escalate and derail proposed negotiations between the government and the opposition in Astana, Kazakhstan, later this month.

The talks are sponsored by Russia and Turkey, which support opposing sides of the

Belgium lays charges in Paris terror attack THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BRUSSELS — Belgian authorities have arrested a suspect and filed terror-related charges linked to the November 2015 Paris attacks that killed 130 people.

The federal prosecutor’s office said yesterday the suspect, identified only as Farid K, was accused of providing fake documents which were used in the preparation of the attacks. He was charged with taking part in the activities of a terrorist group and held in custody.

Another suspect, Meryem E.B., was charged with falsification of documents but released.

Seven attackers were killed the night of the Nov. 13 attacks and two others died in a police raid five days later. One key player — Salah Abdeslam — escaped and was arrested four months later in Belgium. Other members of the network survived, plotting violence from Belgium and Syria or Iraq.

Syrian civil war.

But the status of the meeting, planned for Jan. 23, is not clear.

Rebels say the government’s continued campaign for the Barada Valley, the capital’s main source of water, has cast the talks in doubt.

The U.N. says the capital has suffered from a water shortage affecting 5.5 million consumers since Dec. 22.

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ollin Shirley was pretty sure he wasn’t going anywhere at the WHL trade deadline on Tuesday, but the thought crossed his mind.

If the call came from Kamloops Blazers’ general manager Stu MacGregor — “Collin, thanks for your services, but you’ve been traded to Prince Albert. Dress warm” — it would have been devastating.

“I’d probably start crying on the phone,” Shirley said with a laugh. “I wouldn’t be too pleased.

I’d give my mom a call. She’d be crying. I’d be crying. The whole family would be crying.”

The captain remains and his Blazers will be in action tonight against the Everett Silvertips, Kamloops’ first game at full health with each of its pre-deadline acquisitions in the lineup.

Game time tonight is 7 p.m.

“For me, now I have to find the right combinations for everybody, fit the pieces into the right positions, with right linemates and the right combinations for the special teams,” Blazers’ head coach Don Hay said.

“It should be really exciting for the fans. We have a more competitive group than we did before the deadline.”

Garrett Pilon will return to the lineup tonight after recovering from a concussion and will be reunited with wingers Deven Sideroff and Rudolfs Balcers on one of the league’s best lines.

Lane Bauer, added in a trade last week, will settle onto the second line, likely with Shirley and Nick Chyzowski tonight, while recent additions Luc Smith and Nic Holowko will fit into a much-

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Kamloops Blazers’ forward Jermaine Loewen has five goals and eight points in his last eight games heading into a tilt tonight against the Everett Silvertips. Puck-drop is slated for 7 p.m. For a story on Kamloops product Kevin Davis, a Silvertips’ defenceman, turn to page A17.

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improved bottom-six group that includes re-energized Jermaine Loewen.

The 18-year-old bruiser from Arborg, Man., via May Pen, Jamaica, was challenged by Hay to be more consistent, to impose his 6-foot-4 frame on defenders when charging down the wing.

Loewen has responded with five goals and eight points in his last eight games, bringing his

season totals to six goals and 14 points.

“I’m just thinking about making sure I’m strong, protecting myself to get in tight and go around them and keeping my legs churning to try my best to get to the front of the net,” said Loewen, who told KTW he wanted 15 goals in a pre-season interview.

“We’ve got all the right pieces on the team now and a good group of guys for a good run to the playoffs. I’m excited to come to work every day.”

Kamloops will attempt to rectify its struggling power play by upping its use of Czech import defenceman Ondrej Vala, who will be looking to unleash a few howitzers tonight in the direction of Tips’ netminder Carter Hart.

“It’s nice to have some power-

play minutes,” Vala said.

“For me, I never play that too much here. So, just trying to shoot that puck every time, to get goals and rebounds. That is what I want.”

Hay and assistant coach Mike Needham, who runs the power play, plan to use four forwards and one D-man on each of the units.

Injured forward Matt Revel was picked up off waivers by the Portland Winterhawks this week, a tough pill to swallow for teammates such as Shirley, despite knowing the writing was on the wall when overage forward Bauer arrived on Mark Recchi Way. “The thing with Revs is we’ve been together for four years,” Shirley said. “When he got hurt in Edmonton, you could tell he was

bummed out and so were we. It’s tough when you see a guy go out with injury. That’s the worst way to leave.”

Dylan Ferguson will start between the pipes for the Blazers, with Connor Ingram still at home in Imperial, Sask, resting after the World Junior Hockey Championship.

Once he returns next week, Kamloops will be whole again, barring any injuries this weekend.

“Being my 20-year-old season, it’s my last kick at the can, I’m just really happy to be here,” Shirley said.

“We’ve got a team, and I’ve said it from the beginning, that’s special. I just can’t wait to get ‘er going.”

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If Barry Dewar has his way, the Kamloops Storm will be back to playing a 52-game schedule next season. are currently accepting TheWegeneral manager of applications for a Certified The general manager of Refrigeration join our team.

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• don’t Excellent trouble “We like thatshooting at all. skills “We don’t like that at all.

Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to detail We’re •very unhappy about We’re very unhappy about Ability told to work unsupervised that,” •Dewar KTW. that,” Dewar told KTW. • Able to demonstrate excellent organizational and ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW “I think we’ll go to at least “I think we’ll go to at least leadership skills 52 games next year. Whether 52 games next year. Whether • Strong communication skills Brett Olstad of the Kamloops was knocked ice byOlstad Travisof Gook the of Kamloops the 100 Storm Mile House was knocked to the ice by Travis Gook of the 100 Mile House we have thebecrossover not we have Storm the crossover or notto the Brett • Will available toor work primarily Tuesday to Wranglers in Kootenay International Junior Hockey League Wranglers play on in Sunday Kootenay at Memorial International Arena.

Junior Hockey League play on Sunday at Memorial Arena. is the question.” is the question.”

Saturday day shift tonight tomorrow.

Kamloops will play in Chase tonight and Revelstoke tomorrow.

Therein lies one ofmay thebe requiredKamloops will play in Chase Therein lies and oneRevelstoke of the • Some shift work other Please majoremail decisions the on the in June. other major decisions money saver and it’sreviewed a signifi-in June.Dewar said Chasemoney wouldsaver and it’s a signifiDewar said Chase would Gormanon Bros.

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No PhonetoCalls Please Dewar expects a league gov- indoesn’t Dewar expects a league gov- Kamloops. a difference.” doesn’t make a difference.” division involving division involving Kamloops. season. season. ernors’ vote will be very close be very closeRevelstoke There are a lot of ernors’ movingvote will Historically, There are a lot of moving Historically, Revelstoke With the 2016-2017 camcam-at the to to a 50-50 split. He saidWith he the 2016-2017 a 50-50 split.

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Williams Lake that KTW Williams and Sicamous played in the Lake that KTW and Sicamous played in the from the Okanagan/Shuswap from the Okanagan/Shuswap “For the Kamloops Storm, “For the Kamloops reported last week.

OkanaganStorm, Division. reported last week.

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The almost The Storm would almost — How much is the expan— How much is the expanROOM STARTING AT 7 PM. FREE TO ATTEND. KIJHL fans, players and fans, players andbe among the“For “For us, it’s not a KIJHL big deal. us, it’ssion not fee? a bigBdeal. certainly teams certainly — If there’s any be among the teams sion fee? B — If there’s any alumni. Dewar said there alumni. Dewar said there For some teams, in particular For some teams, inthings particular involved in the realignment in the realignment other that theinvolved new other things that the new has beenJan “a lot19 of–debate” has been “a lot of would debate”accompany North Okanagan, Sicamous, North Okanagan, Sicamous, that that would teams might do to offset the accompany teams might do to offset the RICHARD HEBDA among ownersFROM about the among owners about thewith onlythey anywhere expansion, 100can Milego almost with only 100 Mile increased costs and C — increased costs and expansion, C— ICE AGE they TO can go almost anywhere lack of crossover play and lack of crossover play and closer to in the conference the same in the the two conference the same House being House whether or not we stay withbeing closer to the two whether or not we stay with MODERN TIMES: he expects the issue will be he expects issue will be locales. day and back. For them, it’s a thenew day and back.no For them, it’s Dewar a northern new northern locales. crossover,” said. no crossover,” Dewar said.

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Kevin Davis is having a career-best season on the blue line with the Everett Garry Davidson in Silvertips.

Everett,” Hall said.

The 19-year-old “Lots of scouts thought Kamloops product, a he was too soft. In fact, member of the prolific they said he was easy 2011 bantam Jardine to play against.”

Blazers, has 34 points, Davis, whom the including a team‘Tips selected 11th leading 31 assists, after overall at the 2012 38 games.

WHL Bantam Draft, “For sure, playing is proving doubters more on the power wrong, plus-15 this play has helped a lot,” season on a team that said Davis, whose has championship brother, Joe, plays aspirations. basketball for the TRU The Silvertips bolWolfPack. stered their roster in “And I think I just a Jan. 4 trade with feel more comfortable Edmonton, acquirout there, being 19.” ing a heavy shot KTW publisher on the blue line in Kelly Hall coached 20-year-old Aaron Davis during his stint Irving and a seventhwith the bantam round bantam pick in Blazers, a stacked 2017 in exchange for team that featured promising 16-year-old eventual WHL draftforward Brett Kemp ees Joe Hicketts, now and overage forward in the Detroit Red Graham Millar.

Wings’ system, Ryan Everett (26-5-6-1) Gropp, a New York is the class of the U.S. Rangers’ prospect, Division, four points Chad Butcher, Nick clear of second-place Chyzowski, Carter Tri-City, with eight Cochrane, Liam games in hand on the McLeod, Mitchell Americans.

Barker and Carson “It’s really fun Bolduc. when we’re winning,” Hall said Davis has said Davis, who was an excellent escape loading up the bus in move, the ability to Everett yesterday, his get out of a jam in the team setting course for corner with opposing his hometown. forecheckers bearing Silver & Gold “We’ve just got to down.

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Thanks, Papa John’s Pizza.

Andrea Veitch thought the message left on her answering machine might be a prank call, a cruel joke from someone who knew she entered a contest on a whim in mid-November.

“I listened to it once and went, ‘Yeah, right,’” Veitch said.

“I called her back and she goes, ‘Yeah, I am a real person.’ It was the best Christmas present for my son.”

Veitch and her nine-year-old boy, Daniel, who started playing Kamloops Community Football last year with the atom team,

won two tickets to the Super Bowl on Feb. 5 in Houston, including airfare, ground transportation and four nights at a hotel.

Papa John’s ran the nationwide promotion in conjunction with Pepsi from September to December, receiving thousands of online entries from customers across the country, with only one grand prize to hand out.

“No one from Kamloops ever wins anything through us,” said John Stokes, general manager of Kamloops’ two Papa John’s locations. “It’s normally the big provincial towns.

“It’s fantastic. It’s a real boost.

All the staff are over the moon. It just doesn’t happen. They were like, wow, really?”

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When Veitch was on the line with the NFL promotions manager, she was informed another sponsor had stepped forward

to offer two tickets to see Bruno Mars in Houston on Feb. 3.

“I love Papa John’s,” said Veitch, who assured KTW she’s not just towing the company line. “My daughter’s a figure skater and, last year, on Monday night, you got the NFL pizza deal, so that’s when we’d order.”

Veitch is a stay-at-home mom and her husband works internationally. He is flying out to work around the same time she and Daniel set course for Texas.

“There was no argument about who was going,” she said with a laugh. “I entered and the promotion is non-transferrable.”

Veitch has never been to the Lone Star State, where the only expense she’ll have to cover is food.

“I’m going to find the best steakhouse they have there,” Veitch said, “and we may go to Papa John’s for lunch.”

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The Sun Peaks Racers played host to the Teck Open Race Series last weekend, with under-16 male and female skiers from across the province in attendance.

Beckett Hooton of the Racers placed third in slalom and fourth in giant slalom, while teammate Josh Jacoby was sixth in slalom and ninth in giant slalom.

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TORONTO — After riding the bench for most of his first two NBA seasons, Toronto Raptors centre Lucas (Bebe) Nogueira made some changes on and off the court.

He started going to bed early, hit the gym more often and improved his work ethic. Nogueira doesn’t go out as often and has completely stopped drinking alcohol.

Motivated by the arrival of his baby daughter, Nogueira is showing some of his potential now that he’s more focused and playing a more prominent role. He’s averaging over 20 minutes of court time per game this season and has taken advantage of the opportunity.

“The sky is the limit for the kid because he’s got a lot of God-given talent,’’ said Raptors coach Dwane Casey. “He just needs to make sure he continues to work at it, to seriously approach his job in that way because he’s a great kid. He’s a lovable kid, all of his teammates love him, the coaches love him.

“But he’s just got to make sure he understands that [he’s] got to continue on this path to be as great a player as he can be.’’

Nogueira said he’s injury-free and has much more energy on the court this season. That has allowed him to make better use of his seven-foot 220-pound frame to block shots, open the court for his teammates and help with transition play.

Serving primarily as a backup to starter Jonas Valanciunas, Nogueira is averaging 4.6 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.8 blocks a game. He appears more comfortable this season and has offered a lively, energetic presence that often gives his team a boost.

“My focus is to keep playing and having fun because I’ve been sitting on the bench for a long time,’’ Nogueira said yesterday after prac-

tice at the BioSteel Centre. “Now my chance is coming, so I want to take advantage of this [and play] for as many years as I can.’’

The 24-year-old Brazilian played in Spain before making six appearances for the Raptors in the 2014-2015 season. He played in 29 games in 2015-2016 and has already surpassed that this season with 31 appearances, including a pair of starts.

Nogueira said cutting out the “little bit’’ of alcohol he was consuming made a significant difference.

“I changed a couple bad habits during the summer,’’ he said. “I put the work in over the summer and started working harder, being humble, and being more professional. I think this is the reason that things are going way better than my first two years.’’

His eyes really light up when he talks about his seven-week-old daughter, Stella.

“My daughter made me change,’’ Nogueira said. “I saw my career going down. Two years you sit on the bench, the chance [may] never come. During the summer, I realized it wasn’t the coach’s fault. It was my fault. I [wasn’t] doing the extra [work] or doing the right things to [stay] on the court. I realized in the summer and I put in the work in the summer because I knew the chance was going to be coming, and now I’m so happy that things are going well.

“But, like I said, it was nobody [else’s] fault. It was my fault. I realized when I had my daughter that I’ve got to feed her now. So this is the reason that makes me wake up and go get it.’’

Nogueira has taken on the primary backup role that Bismack Biyombo — now with the Orlando Magic — had last season. The former teammates still keep in touch.

“He’s so proud because when he left, he told me to go get it because this is going to be my year,’’ Nogueira said.

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This program is jointly sponsored by Kamloops Crime Stoppers & Kamloops This Week.

People featured are wanted on arrest warrants not vacated as of 3 p.m. on January 8, 2016

SUSPECT CAUGHT ON CAMERA On Wednesday, December 14th shortly before noon, a male entered a store in the Valleyview Mall and stole a couple of items. This male was very calm when he was in the store and some of the staff remember this male just walking around the store looking at the various items. The male finally left the store, one of the store employees went back to the area where the suspect was spending a length of time at. The employee noticed a couple of items were missing

from the a that area of the store. A review of the security camera has identified this person as the suspect in the theft. He is described as a Caucasian male, early 50’s, bald, he also has a grey goatee, it appears he has a tattoo on his left hand near his thumb and an ear ring in his left ear.

There is no doubt this is not the first the male was involved in this type of activity, let’s identify this person so he can be arrested.

If you know who this suspect is

please contact Crime Stoppers, only your information will be used, never your name.

DO YOU KNOW THIS PERSON The RCMP need your help in identifying this suspect. On January 6th this male walked into a store in the Aberdeen area, he looked around for a short period of time.

He pretended to look at a couple of items as if he was going to buy them, then grabbed the item and ran out of the store. This suspect may have thought he had gotten away with the theft but a security camera captured a photo of this suspect.

The male is described as Caucasian, mid 20’s, dark hair, with a mole on the right side of his face just above the jaw line. The male was wearing a red ski jacket with a hood and had on a black and blue checkered toque on.

If you know this person, please contact Crime Stoppers, you will never have to go to court or give a statement.

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Canadian NHL teams all thinking playoffs JONAS SIEGEL

THE CANADIAN PRESS

Playoff hockey is likely returning to Canada this spring.

All seven Canadian NHL teams are either in or close to a playoff spot at the season’s midway point, meaning a repeat of last year’s calamity — which saw every team in Canada miss the post-season for the first time in 46 years — probably won’t happen again.

Here is a look at the progress of each team so far:

MONTREAL CANADIENS

Playoff spot: Yes MVP: Carey Price Report: The Canadiens have returned to a place of Eastern Conference prominence and it starts with Price, who didn’t lose his first start until mid-November and is again boasting elite numbers at the game’s most important position.

Shea Weber, meanwhile, has thrived in a difficult role as a

first-year Hab, Alex Radulov has been a star reborn in his return to North America and Max Pacioretty has been typically potent following a slow start.

OTTAWA SENATORS Playoff spot: Yes MVP: Erik Karlsson Report: The Senators fired Dave Cameron and hired Guy Boucher with hopes of stirring a rebirth and indeed that’s what happened so far. Ottawa has cut down the shots against, improved its special teams and puck possession (slightly) and become a (shaky) playoff contender once more. Kyle Turris and Mark Stone are having nice years and though Karlsson has slowed some from last year’s ridiculous 82-point campaign, the captain still offers Ottawa an engine from the back end.

TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS Playoff spot: On the bubble MVP: Auston Matthews

Report: The Leafs didn’t expect to be this good so soon. Their youngsters are playing better than even they might have anticipated so far. And it’s not only Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, already impact players at 19, but fellow rookies like Nikita Zaitsev, Zach Hyman and William Nylander who have made a considerable difference in Toronto. Stack that on top of solid seasons from veterans such as Nazem Kadri, James van Riemsdyk and Jake Gardiner as well as goaltending stability from Frederik Andersen and the Leafs find themselves in the unlikely post-season mix.

out with a concussion.

Beyond the obvious and immediate impact of Laine, Winnipeg has received big contributions and notable leaps forward from Scheifele and 20-year-old Nikolaj Ehlers. Rookie Josh Morrissey has also capably handled top-pairing duties alongside Dustin Byfuglien and 23-year-old Connor Hellebuyck has shown flashes of potential as the team’s No. 1 goalie. It’s hard to say how good the Jets are or could be since they’ve yet to dress a truly complete lineup, but playoffs aren’t out of the question.

WINNIPEG JETS

Playoff spot: Yes MVP: Connor McDavid Report: An MVP candidate who finally turns 20 on Friday, McDavid has the Oilers thinking playoffs for the first time in more than a decade. Patrick Maroon has found a comfortable fit at his side, surprisingly among the league leaders in even-strength goals

Playoff spot: On the bubble MVP: Mark Scheifele Report: The Jets have hung around the playoff race despite Jacob Trouba’s lengthy contract dispute and a number of injured players, including star rookie Patrik Laine, who’s

CALGARY FLAMES Playoff spot: Yes MVP: Chad Johnson Report: The Flames hoped a change in goal would help them get back in playoff contention only it’s been Johnson, not Brian Elliott, who’s offered that boost. Perhaps most encouraging is the club’s standing despite relatively slow first halves from Johnny Gaudreau and Sean Monahan. Rookie Matthew Tkachuk has been a pleasant surprise, as have linemates Mikael Backlund and Michael Frolik. Dougie

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this season. Leon Draisaitl continues to quietly rise and Cam Talbot remains a solid presence in goal, while off-season acquisitions like Adam Larsson, Milan Lucic and Kris Russell have all helped to varying degrees.

With strong underlying numbers, good special teams and McDavid, postseason hockey in Edmonton appears likely for the first time since 2006.

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Hamilton, otherwise, has impressed since he joined captain Mark Giordano on the team’s top pair. If Gaudreau and Monahan get going and the goaltending keeps up, the Flames have a reasonable chance of cracking the post-season for only the second time since 2009.

VANCOUVER CANUCKS Playoff spot: On the bubble MVP: Bo Horvat Report: The Canucks looked like a team that would finish in the NHL basement when they dropped nine straight early this season, but they’ve been OK since, even reeling off a six-game win streak recently. Horvat, in particular, has surged, well on his way to career-highs in just about every offensive category while also earning his first all-star nod at age 21. His frequent running mate, Sven Baertschi, has put up almost a point per game since early November.

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CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE January 14-15 • January 28-29

Pharmasave Keremeos is Hiring!!!

Pharmasave is currently looking for a full-time Pharmacist in beautiful Keremeos. This position offers the right candidate a fantastic work/ life balance with no evenings, Sundays or holidays. This position offers an above average compensation package. If you would like to discuss this very exciting and rewarding opportunity with a fantastic growing and forward thinking company please forward your Cover Letter and Resume.

Apply with Resume to: tgehring@forewest.ca We thank all those that apply however, only those candidates that are suitable will be contacted.

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Funding provided: The Employment Services and Supports (ESS) program is funded through the Canada-British Columbia Jobs Fund for unemployed individuals who do not qualify for Employment Insurance, or under-employed and low-skilled, to gain the skills needed to find employment in trucking industry.

The Class 1 Truck Driver Training program includes: • Airbrakes • Class 1 Driver Training – 5 weeks (104 hours) in-vehicle training • Road Test at ICBC Upon completion of the program, participants will be prepared for entry level employment as a truck driver with “behind the wheel” experience.

For more information, contact: Ray Trenholm - Driver Training

HUMAN RESOURCES / FINANCE ASSOCIATE (FULLTIME) WAGE RANGE: $17.00-$22.00/hr commensurate with experience.

VACATION: Full-time employees are eligible for three weeks paid

TAKE PART IN AN UPCOMING CORRECTIONAL OFFICER INFORMATION SESSION TO SEE IF BECOMING A CORRECTIONAL OFFICER (CO) IS THE RIGHT CAREER PATH FOR YOU! The Justice Institute of BC is offering a free information session that will introduce you to the corrections profession and highlight what is required to work within a BC correctional centre.

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REGISTRATION Email your contact information to LMRecruiting@gov.bc.ca with REGISTER in the subject line. register by by phone, 604-476-2661 ToToregister phone,call call 250.571.2283 or by email: or by email: LMRecruiting@gov.bc.ca LMRecruiting@gov.bc.ca For information on BC Corrections career opportunities visit: gov.bc.ca/bccorrectionscareers

vacation in the first and with time can earn up to six weeks.

ASK FULL TIME STAFF BENEFITS: Yearly Physical Activity Bonus, ASK Pension Plan, two additional ASK Statutory Holidays, Humanitarian/ Volunteer Program for additional days off, Annual Retreats, Trainings, Staff Social Events.

PURPOSE AND FUNCTION: Responsible for HR/Admin/Finance support and planning. In this role, you will be expected to exercise sound judgment and independence while managing the day-to-day activities.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE (22.5HRS/WK): Provide clerical/admin support to the Director of HR and Operations to ensure efficient and effective operation of Society. Policy and procedure/ job description creation/revision, other HR/Admin tasks as required.

On-boarding and off-boarding. Assist in any fundraising, public relations campaigns, and workshops.

FINANCE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE (15HRS/WK): Act as Rent Supplement Coordinator: review applications, data entry, cheque requests and tracking.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SUITABILITY: Post-secondary Diploma or Degree is preferred in Admin/HR; Minimum 3 years of Executive Assistant, Administration experience preferred; Must have access to vehicle in good working condition/valid driver’s license/insurance.

To view the job posting in its entirety please go here: http://www.askwellness.ca/about-ask/careers/ Closing Date: January 22, 2017, 4:30pm Interviewing: January 27, 2017 Send cover letters/Resumes: careers@askwellness.ca Please reference: HR/FINANCE ADMIN Attn: Cher Doolan, Director of HR and Operations

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LEGAL ADMIN ASSISTANT We are seeking a Legal Admin Assistant with a conveyancing or general solicitor law background to join our Commercial Finance Department. The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently and will manage files for financial institutions. Some of the typical tasks of this position include preparation of security documents for commercial purchases, asset purchases, share purchases, heavy duty machinery and aircraft purchases. This position is also responsible for performing a variety of searches including Personal Property Registry, LTSA and taxes.

If you are detail orientated, performance driven and can offer exemplary client service, we want to hear from you. Please forward your cover letter, resume and references to Wendy Freeman, Human Resources Manager, wfreeman@fultonco.com.

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Class 1 Company Drivers (Highway Linehaul) Kamloops, BC

The Van Kam Freightways Ltd. Group of Companies requires highway Linehaul drivers to be based out of our Kamloops terminal.

Applicants should have a minimum of three years class 1 highway/mountain experience; winter driving experience a must. Basic use of computers would be asset.

We offer above average rates and an excellent benefits package.

To join our team of Professional Drivers, please send a cover letter, a current resume and current driver’s abstract (within the last 30 days) to: drivers@vankam.com If you have any questions regarding the position please contact Bev at 604-968-5488 or 1-800-826-5261 ext. 861 We thank you for your interest in Van Kam; however, only those being considered will be contacted regarding an interview.

“Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Environmental Responsibility”

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1886 Little Shuswap Lake Road, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M2

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

1886 Little Shuswap Lake Road, Chase, B.C. V0E 1M2

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.

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Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TRAINING Online-based 43 wk program incls 8 wk practicum. Regulated Pharmacy Technicians earn $25-$28/hr in hospitals & $20-$27/hr in community pharmacies. Accredited by the Canadian Council for the Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP). www.stenbergcollege.com Toll-Free: 1-866-580-2772

Help Wanted 0985941 BC Ltd. is hiring farm workers for outside production work at its vineyard and ranch in Monte Creek, BC. Salary is $10.85 per hour and work is full time (6 days a week ) seasonal. Apply by fax 1-800-5671081.

COMMERCIAL HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC needed immediately for local trucking company. Must have experience working on Highway Tractors. Preference given to those with International Truck experience. Must be physically fit and reliable with own transportation and tools.

The right individual must be able to work under minimum supervision. Please fax resume to 250-546-0600 or e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING Looking for Door to Door Carriers.

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ABERDEEN Rte 508 – 700–810 Hugh Allan Dr. – 40 papers Rte 523 – 2300-2399 Abbeyglen Way, 750-794 Dunrobin Dr. - 81 papers Rte 562 – Englemann Crt, 18021890 Lodgepole Dr. - 63 papers Rte 564 – 2000-2099 Hugh Allan Dr, Pinegrass Crt & St. – 39 papers Rte 583 – Butte Pl, Chinook Pl, Mt. Dufferin Dr. – 43 papers Rte 587 – Sunshine Crt, Sunshine Pl. – 47 papers Rte 591 – 1940 Hillside Dr. (Complex) – 19 papers DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 750 – 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 30 p.

DOWNTOWN/LOWER SAHALI Rte 310 – 651-695 2nd Av, 660-690 3rd Ave, 110-292 Columbia St(even), 106-321 Nicola St. – 59papers Rte 311 – 423-676 1st Ave, 440533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 135-173 St Paul St. – 31 papers Rte 326 – 850 11th Ave, 10031083 Columbia St, 1003-1195 Dominion St. – 30 papers

Rte 834 – Armour Pl, MattockMcKeague Rd, Sabiston Crt & Pl, 4205-4435 Spurraway Rd. – 64 SAHALI Rte 471 – 100-293 Monmouth Dr. – 38 papers.

Rte 327 – 1103-1459 Columbia St, 1203-1296 Dominion St. – 39 papers

SUNRIVERS Rte 871 – 9th Green Dr & Lane – 34 p.

Rte 330 – 1062-1125 7th Ave, 1066-1140 8th Ave, 601-783 Douglas St. – 42 papers

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

Rte 333 – 1005-1090 Pine St, 1003-1176 Pleasant St. – 47 p.aperRte 373 – 24-60 W. Columbia St, Clarke St. – 19 papers

Rte 877 – The Pointe Pl – 15 p.

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

Rte 754 – Hillview Dr, Mountview Dr. – 35 p.

Rte 381 – 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, Lombard St. – 47 papers

Rte 755 – 6159-6596 Dallas Dr, McAuley Pl, Melrose Pl, Yarrow Pl. – 75 p.

Rte 406 – 108-492 McGill Rd. – 62 paper

Rte 761 – 6022-6686 Furrer Rd, Houston Pl, Parlow Rd, Pearse Pl, Urban Rd. – 61 p.

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

Rte 411 – 206-384 Arrowstone Dr, Eagle Pl, Gibraltar Crt & Wynd. – 50 papers

Rte 875 – Golf Ridge (area), 2000-2028 Sunrivers Dr. – 26 p.

Rte 878 – Stone Ridge Cres, Dr, Lane. – 35 p.

VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER Rte 617 – 2401-2515 Valleyview Dr, Valleyview Pl. – 50 p.

WESTSYDE Rte 223 – 3239-3320 Bank Rd, Gordonel Rd, Jensen Rd. – 62 p.

Rte 781 – Duncan Rd, Durango Rd, Sonora Rd, Wittner Rd. – 42 p.

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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

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.

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MILLWRIGHT North Enderby Timber is looking to hire a Millwright. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please email resume to netimber@junction.net

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Richard Allen Davidson It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Richard Allen Davidson, age 55, of Malakwa, BC. He was born June 10, 1961 in Calgary, Alberta and left us too soon in a motor vehicle accident in Canoe, BC on January 2, 2017.

Rick leaves behind his three children Linda (Jeff) Gillis, of Merritt, BC, Dustin (Bree) Davidson of Clearwater and Travis Davidson, of Kamloops, BC. He also leaves behind four grandchildren Kiley and Blaire Gillis, Natalie and Kaiden Davidson. Also left to mourn are his father Ross Davidson, siblings Bob (Tammy) Davidson, Bill (Deb) Davidson, Don (Barbara) Davidson, Lisa (Barry) Deacon, Tim (Wendy) Davidson and Angela (Steve) Johnson, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and dear friends.

Rick was predeceased by his mother Barbara Davidson in 2013.

Rick had many friends and acquaintances through out his life and was constantly making more. He was always helping someone. He worked in the automotive industry for many years in Kamloops, before more recently moving on to work with his close friend Rob Dekker.

Rick grew up in Dallas, where his love for the mechanic trade first started. He was always tinkering with something!

Special thanks to Bowers Funeral Service & Crematorium in Salmon Arm, BC for their kindness and compassion.

A Celebration of Rick’s Life will take place in the spring at a date to be announced later.

Rest in peace Dad, Grandpa, brother, uncle, nephew.

With Love til we meet again!

Dale Scherer

The More You Give

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dale Scherer on Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 at Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Facility.

After being raised in Alberta, Dale moved to Kamloops in 1974 with his wife Marg. He quickly took up residence as a teacher, then principal and vice principal at St. Ann’s Academy for 32 years. It was very common for others to first hear about him as one of the finest people you could ever meet. He brought inspiration and joy to the many staff, students and parents that he encountered over the years.

Dale was a founding member of the Knights of Columbus Council at Holy Family Parish. His Catholic faith was very important to him throughout his life.

Dale had an enormous love of sports, in particular, any game that he could watch of the Calgary Flames or Stampeders. He also had seasons tickets for the local Kamloops Blazers.

He faced his life-ending disease, MSA, with great strength, patience, and faith in God’s plan. Right up to the end, he continued to teach those around him lessons in humility, compassion and dignity.

He is lovingly remembered by his daughter Andrea (Ross) Scherer-White, son Trent (Joe) Scherer, granddaughter Jane White, sisters Dianne Langevin and Geralynn (Leo) Fleck, many nieces and nephews as well as numerous friends and relatives. He is predeceased by his wife Marg, parents John and Kay Scherer and brother LaVerne.

Funeral Prayers will take place on Friday, January 13th at 7:00 pm at Holy Family Parish. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 14th at 10:30 am at Holy Family Parish. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetery.

Donations in Dale’s memory may be made to Parkinson Canada, an organization researching Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA).

Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Schoenings Funeral Service 250-374-1454

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The more you get, The more you laugh, The less you fret.

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The more you love, the more you’ll find, That life is good and friends are kind.

For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Leonard Alexander Wal The family of Leonard Alexander Wal are saddened to announce his passing on January 4, 2017.

Shirley Gray

After attending school, he completed a Carpenters Apprenticeship in 1958. He worked in several areas of BC doing construction, teaching transit/ level and slip form construction, coordinating Carpenter upgrade and detail drafting. He was a member of the Carpenters Union Local 1540. He was a NAUI scuba diving instructor from 1967-1994 and taught hundreds of students in the Kamloops and Vancouver areas, as well as doing commercial diving for 14 years. Many of his students became lifelong friends. His last job was at the Kamloops Pulp & Paper Mill, retiring in 1994.

He thrived on humour and told many a joke.

Although he suffered a stroke in 1995, he was still able to enjoy an annual fall vacation to many wonderful parts of the world until 2014. Following a fall at home in 2015, he became incapacitated and required care at a facility until his passing.

Len and his family very much appreciated and thank the staff for their care and kindness received at Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops and Jubilee Lodge in Prince George.

For anyone wishing to honour Len, please consider a donation to the SPCA.

Bruce was an outgoing, very social and generous man and loving husband and father, who passionately enjoyed working with the Kinsmen organizations in each of his communities, that his Father, Trevor Thompson co-founded in 1920 in Hamilton, Ontario. He was proud of his work as a Bank Manager with the Royal Bank for over 30 years and was a loyal Calgary Hitmen Fan. Upon retirement from Royal Bank, Bruce worked for CCH and earned the proud title of Top Producer in North America.

Bruce was predeceased by his adoring wife and best friend Sandy Thompson (Powell) in 2005 and brother Dr. Trevor Thompson of Kingston, Ontario. Bruce is survived by his loving son Ken Thompson (wife Brenda Fisher) of Coldstream, BC and daughter Kelly and nephew Brandon and niece Ashley of Calgary, Alberta. He is also survived by his sister-inlaw Patricia of Kingston, Ontario, sisters Anne Louise Stark of London, Ontario and Elizabeth (Liz) Lindsay of Ontario and by his loving friends Ted and Norma Garnett of Penticton, BC.

George arrived in the Kamloops area in the mid 1960’s. He owned and operated Dominic Lake Resort for a time, then purchased Knouff Lake Resort. He was also owner/operator of Falcann Septic Service and Portable Toilet Rentals from the mid 1970’s until his death. George was on the Cattle Drive Committee in its first couple of years, 1991 and 1992. George’s passion when he wasn’t working was racing his pony chariot and chuck wagon teams at Barriere and other locations in the province. One of his other passions was dancing....several nights a week.

He will be deeply missed by many numerous dear friends and colleagues in each community he lived and worked in and by his loving family.

A Celebration of George’s Life will be held later in the Spring when travel conditions are better. We will do it George style......lots of food, music and dancing.

Memorial donations may be made in Bruce’s name to the Canadian Alzheimer’s Association at www.alzheimer.ca or 20 Eglington Avenue West, 16th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1K8.

For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Kamloops Stroke Recovery Club, 957 Desmond Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 5K7.

First Memorial Funeral Service

April 28, 1934 – January 2, 2017

Fred peacefully passed away at Ridgeview Lodge in Kamloops on January 2, 2017.

Fred was born on April 28, 1934 in Saint John, New Brunswick. He came to Vancouver with his parents in 1946. After marrying his wife Lena in 1955, they eventually purchased and managed the famous Spuzzum Café and Gas Station in 1981 where Fred self proclaimed to be the Mayor of Spuzzum.

He would sit and preside at the trucker’s table, where they were subjected to tall tales of Fred’s Bus Motorhome called “City Slicker”.

Twenty years of helping to wait on tables, doing dishes and entertaining tourists he received the “Good Host” pin from the then Premier of British Columbia, the Honourable Bill Bennett in 1981.

He also had the honour of signing the British Columbia book of 2000.

After the loss of the business due to a fire, Fred and Lena moved to Kamloops, where three of their children reside.

Fred was predeceased by his daughter Debra Jane, his sister Norma Jean and his beloved grandson Ryan Langley.

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George W. Gorrill of Kamloops, BC passed away peacefully on December 19, 2016.

George was born in Chicago and when he was an infant his family moved to Saskatchewan and subsequently to the Creston area of BC where he was big brother to his four younger sisters. He is survived by his loving wife Barb Gorrill and stepsons Darryl Faustman and Gary Faustman, and by his children Donna Gorrill, Bradley Gorrill, Derrick Gorrill, Tammy Midtunn and Darcy Gorrill. George was predeceased by his daughter Cathy and his infant son Brian. Survived by loving sisters Doris, Shirley, Marlene and Janine and survived by his grandchildren, great-granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family.

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Bruce Thompson of Calgary, Alberta passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 05, 2017 at Bethany Care Home in Calgary, Alberta. Born on July 27th, 1936 in Hamilton, Ontario. He lived most of his life in British Columbia and Alberta.

He is survived by his wife Evelyn of 59 years, son Glen and grandson Griffin.

Len was born on May 23, 1936 in Rossland, BC and moved to Kamloops in 1945. He lived in Kamloops until May 2016 when he moved to Prince George to be closer to Glen and Griffin.

A Memorial Tea will be held in memory of Shirley Gray on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 2:00 pm at the Colombo Lodge, 814 Lorne Street, Kamloops, BC.

Allen Bruce Walden Thompson, 80

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Fred is survived by Lena his wife of 61 years, his two sons Clarence and Ken (daughter-in-law Maryann), his two daughters Jo-Ann (Rob) and Jeanette (Christopher), also eight grandchildren Jillian, James, Nolan, Catie, Claire, Kenneth, Courtney and Erin who will dearly miss her grandfathers stories, also two great-grandchildren Lillian and Billy.

The family wishes to express sincere Thank You to Dr. Howie and special Thank You to the wonderful staff and caregivers at Ridgeview Lodge Orchard Walk their dedication did not go unnoticed. Fred enjoyed their constant care and attention till the very end.

There will not be a service at Fred’s request.

Should you wish to make a donation in his memory, The S.P.C.A and Salvation Army were always dear to his heart.

Cremation entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Service.

250-554-2429.

Condolences may be expressed at www.firstmemorial.com

Johann (John) Follweiter It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Johann (John) Follweiter at the age of 92. John was born on July 31, 1924 in Sajk So Evan, Yugoslavia. John immigrated to Canada with his family on April 3, 1929 when he was four years old. The family started a mixed farm and orchard in the Brocklehurst area. The family was one of the original Pioneers in the area.

During his life John was employed as a mill worker in Kamloops at Savona Timber and at the Tranquille Farm. In later years, he was a driver for the Budget Car Company which enabled him to see much of the province.

John was involved with Missouri Synod Lutheran Church for many years. He was Confirmed at the Zion Lutheran Church in Brocklehurst, then attended the Church of the Good Shepherd in North Kamloops where his love for singing saw him involved with the Church Choir and until his death was a member of the Lord of Life Church in Valleyview.

Left to mourn are his wife of 61 years Emily and their four children Darlene Fontaine, Warren (Kathy), Wendy (Dennis LaBrie) and Glen (Marni), seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, his brother Fred Vollweiter (June) and sister Teresa (Tracy) Sjodin as well as many nieces and nephews. Also left to mourn are cousins in Germany.

John is predeceased by his daughter Maureen Annette, parents Jacob and Katherine, his brothers Jacob and Henry, sisters Katherine Desrosier and Evelyn Hart.

John was happiest when he was out working the land with his hands. He was a very good farmer and a natural mechanic, he could fix almost any kind of motorized vehicle even though he had no formal training.

When his health began to deteriorate, they sold the family home in Brocklehurst in 2006 and purchased a townhouse in Westsyde. Over the years the family spent many happy days camping and fishing. They also enjoyed several trips to visit relatives across Canada and in the U.S. John especially enjoyed a cruise to Alaska for their 50th Anniversary also a bus tour which included a ferry trip to Prince Rupert, onward to Prince George by train and home.

His last year was spent at The Hamlets in Westsyde where he was receiving care.

A Funeral Service is to be held at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 2481 Sunset Drive, Kamloops, B.C. on Friday, January 13, 2017 at 2:30 pm.

Refreshments to follow.

Schoening Funeral Service in care of arrangements.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Gordon Peter Piva 1934 – 2017

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon Peter Piva in Hospice on January 8, 2017.

Gordon is survived by his devoted wife Ida of 60 years, his loving sons Joe (Chrystal) and George (Cathy), his five grandchildren Danielle (Mike), Nick (Julie), Ernie, Matthew and Alyssa, his great-grandchildren Colton, Hanna, Faryn, Darren, Mitch, Lexi and Amelie and his siblings Margaret, Victor (Janet), Albert (Marie) and Albina (Harvey).

Predeceased by his parents Joe Sr. and Catherine Piva and brother-in-law Angelo Bomben.

Gordon was born in Pinantan, B.C. where he spent his early years on the family ranch. He then attended Vancouver College. Later, he moved to Trail to be close to his sister Marg where he began his love of driving trucks. In 1953, Gordon signed with the Canadian Army and was stationed in Korea and Japan working for the British Embassy as their driver. He received an honourable discharge in May 1956.

Gordon met Ida, the love of his life, in Pinantan, B.C. in the fall of 1956.

Despite warnings of ranchers with diamond rings in their pockets, Ida and Gordon were married on March 2, 1957. Soon to follow were their two sons Joe and George. It was during this time that Gordon built a

Petronilla (Gartner) Pedrotti

successful trucking company which continued for over 40 years.

Gordon was a people person.

His outgoing personality touched many people in many ways. First and foremost he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. The dynamic duo of Gordon and Ed Kashluba entertained everywhere they went. People would start laughing before they went through the door.

Gordon enjoyed hunting, fishing and travelling.

Gordon and Ida spent many winters in Hawaii with family and friends.

Gordon’s passing has left a tremendous void in our lives.

The family would like to thank all the health care professionals that took care of Gordon during his lengthy illness.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that contributions be made in Gordon’s memory to either the Renal Unit at R.I.H and Kamloops Community Dialysis Unit or Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice, 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, BC V2E-2S9.

The Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 14, 2017 in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Dr., with Pastor Ben Terlesky officiating.

Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

Petsy Pedrotti of Monte Lake passed away on January 7, 2017 at the Kamloops Seniors Village at the age of 84.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband James of 62 years of marriage.

Petsy is survived by her children Gary, Tom, Marie Ellen (Sasha) and Bernie.

Petsy is predeceased by her sons David, Joe and Richard.

Petsy was always full of life and laughter. Her happiest times were cooking for her family and friends, family reunions, reminiscing and singing around campfires. Petsy was tenacious and spunky up until her last days. This spirit gave her strength, compassion and love and was an inspiration to all. Petsy had a great love and devotion to her Catholic faith and was a member of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada for over 50 years.

May Perpetual Light shine upon her, God Bless, you are loved and dearly missed.

Prayers to be recited at 6:00 pm on Friday, January 13, 2017 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 635 Tranquille Rd. Father Andrew L’Heureux, Celebrant.

The Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, reception to follow. Petsy will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery.

A Special thanks to Care Aides at the Kamloops Senior’s Village.

Memorial donations may be made to the BC Alzheimer’s Society. Flowers gratefully declined.

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Ivar was born on July 24, 1925 in Viking, Alberta to Arvid and Karolina Lundeberg. Moved to Avola, BC with his family where he spent his childhood and most of his adult life.

Ivar met and married Paulina Tychkowsky in Avola and spent many years there working for CN Railway as a sectionman /

On the evening of January 07, 2017 Ukrainian Christmas, John Kirychuk, 88 years old, passed away peacefully with his family at his side. John was born on October 28, 1928 and grew up in Bortnow, Ukraine, moved to England for 5 years and later moved to Canada where he met his wife Alice. He became a Canadian Citizen May 28, 1962 and was residing in Atikokan, Ontario where he worked as a Millwright for Steep Rock Iron Mines.

He later moved to Williams Lake, BC where he worked for Gibraltar Mines until he retired. After retirement John moved to Kamloops, BC to be closer to his children.

Ivar and Pauline also had a home in Kamloops living part time in the city and country.

John is predeceased by his wife Alice Kirychuk and will be lovingly remembered by his children Brian Kirychuk (Debbie), grandson Jason, son David Kirychuk, daughter Catherine Vadnais (Bruce), grandsons Tylor and Trevor and dog Bear who added a great amount of joy and comfort while he resided at The Hamlets Senior’s Home.

It is with great sorrow that the Waters family announces the sudden passing of Roy Waters on January 7th, 2017 at the age of 79.

He leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Inge; children: Rob (Elizabeth), Rick (Fina), Deb (Richard), and Lee (Jessica); and grandchildren: Darcy, Owen, and Quinn. Roy was predeceased by his parents, Alvin and Ida; his sister, Louise; and his brother, Eldwin.

Roy was born in Salmon Arm on November 17, 1937 and remained there until his marriage. He was dedicated to his family and took pride in maintaining relationships with his relatives and friends throughout the years. He loved travelling with Inge in their motorhome to the Bluegrass music festivals around Western Canada, enjoyed meeting friends and attending dances at the Army & Navy as well as the Legions. He especially looked forward to camping trips with his grandchildren and loved spending summers around the Shuswap and Okanagan Lakes.

After a lifetime career with CP Rail in Revelstoke and Kamloops, Roy enjoyed a long retirement when he left the job at age 57.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 14th, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, 4303 Pleasant Valley Road in Vernon, BC. A reception will follow in the tea room.

In lieu of flowers, those friends wishing to make memorial contributions in memory of Roy may do so to the Heart or Diabetes Foundation of your choice.

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He was predeceased by loving wife Paulina, parents Arvid and Karolina Lundeberg, sister Inez Larsen, brothers Bertil and Elmer Lundeberg. He is survived by many nieces and nephews.

Ivar will always be remembered for his sense of humour, gentle demeanor and being a wonderful uncle!

Rest in peace uncle - you will be forever remembered and loved.

Those wishing to pay their respects by viewing may do so on Friday, January 20, 2017 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm in the Schoening Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will follow in the chapel at 1:00 pm with Pastor Don Maione officiating.

Interment will be in the family plot (beside his wife Paulina) at Hillside Cemetery.

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John enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening (especially his tomatoes) and many bus tour trips with his wife and times shared with his children. John made friends easily with his positive attitude and especially his incredible sense of humour.

A special thank you to all the health care workers at The Hamlets and 7 North Royal Inland Hospital for their kind and loving care.

Dad was an inspiration and great role model that will forever be remembered and carried on by us with our children. We love you and will carry you in our hearts always.

At John’s request, a private family Celebration of Life will be made where he will be reunited with his loving wife Alice.

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n one of Jennifer Ste Marie’s paintings, flowers and powergenerating windmills merge almost seamlessly into a garden landscape.

She calls the painting Plan B, “but it’s really my Plan A,” she said.

As a member of the Transition Kamloops and B.C. Sustainable Energy Association groups, Ste Marie hopes her art points to alternative ways of living that are more environmentally friendly and ecoconscious.

Another piece, The Great Re-Skilling, focuses on images of canning, gardening and other skills from past generations.

“A lot of people have the feeling that oh, we have to give up all of this stuff, because we aren’t going to have electricity for all of our things. But, it’s not really that.

People 100 years ago were still happy,” she said.

Ste Marie’s paintings, along with a reclaimed wood sculpture

by Vaughn Warren, and photographs, collages and other works from Kamloopsians across the community, form the Everyday Sustainable Energy Superheroes Exhibition, opening tomorrow at the Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. Organizer James Gordon said the show is a creation of the B.C. Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA), which hopes to showcase ways the city is becoming more environmentally friendly.

“In this age we live in, it seems like environmental bad news is easy to come across, for climate change and the acidification of the oceans and everything else, but there’s also a lot of great

of people have “theA lot feeling that oh, we have to give up all of this stuff, because we aren’t going to have electricity for all of our things. But, it’s not really that.

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stuff going on,” he said.

In some cases, the works showcase fairly simple actions — a photo of a clothesline hung with laundry in winter.

Others tackle ambitious efforts like the Darfield Earthship, a selfsustaining home near Barriere, or a water-collection system used in a back-country lodge.

BCSEA members have also interviewed 11 of Kamloops’ most eco-conscious and will show snippets of the videos in the BMO Open Gallery, with longer versions available online.

Gordon said the show acts as both an inspiration to others and a celebration of efforts already underway.

“Everybody needs a pat on the back sometimes,” he said.

“Oftentimes using sustainable energy does require more effort and planning. You can’t just jump into your car if you need a quart of milk or a new video. You’ve got to plan these things in advance.”

The show runs to March 25, with a reception tomorrow night.

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READING BY AUTHOR Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St.

Author and performer Michael V. Smith will be at the Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St., to read from some of his works. Vancouver Magazine has called Smith one of that city’s 25 most influential gay citizens. His work has been nominated for and won awards. The event is free but seating is limited. To register, call the library at 250-372-5145 or email questions@ tnrd.ca.

IMPROV NIGHT Saturday, Jan. 14, 8 p.m. at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd.

Up next, the Freudian Slips present Marvel vs DC. The improv actors will be split into two teams and battle it out along the lines of the television show Whose Line Is It Anyway? Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the comedy starts at 8 p.m. The show is recommended for those age 16 and older. Tickets are $15 and are available online at chimeratheatre.com/tickets or for cash at the door. Ticket holders can also take advantage of a special menu that day at Red Beard Cafe across the road from the theatre between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

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Big Little Science Centre volunteer Mark Bui demonstrates how to create static electricity with a balloon and the help of Brooke Barrett. Drop by the centre tomorrow at 655 Holt St. for the Sound and Waves Show, which explores sound waves and allows attendees to test some unusual instruments. It is runs at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. For many more activities happening at the centre this month, go online to blscs.org.

Philosophers’ Cafe. MacDonald will talk about storytelling and the role it plays in communities. The cafe, sponsored by the Kamloops chapter of the Council of Canadians, starts at 7 p.m.

Health From Head to Toe, a free wellness talk, will be presented at Nature’s Fare Markets, 1350 Summit Dr., on Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m. Dr. Jennifer Dyck will talk about hormones, metabolism and hot flashes. To register, go online to naturesfare. com or sign up at the store’s vitamin desk.

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t’s a television show that makes me grateful for advancements in technology allowing me to pause and rewind — just to figure out what the heck just happened.

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Rotten Tomatoes gives it 89 per cent on its so-called Tomatometer and the audience scored it even higher at 92 per cent.

I binge-watched the 10 episodes via OnDemand and look forward to another season of pausing and rewinding, since the show has apparently been renewed for season two to be released next year.

— Jessica Wallace

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’m not a fan of the Bachelor but, when a group of my friends joined a fantasy league dedicated to the reality-television series, I couldn’t help but join in the friendly competition.

Who will Nick take on a group date? Who will make it to the final four? Who really cares, but these are some of the questions asked in advance of episodes airing.

ESPN added Bachelor to it’s myriad sports fantasy leagues

an amusement park for adults that allows guests to experience a real-life western complete with robots real enough to kill and have sex.

Things get interesting when the robots begin to realize what’s going on.

In true HBO fashion, it’s a high-quality production complete with a star-studded cast such as Hopkins (the brains behind the park), Evan Rachel Wood (a robot), Luke Hemsworth (park

available on its smartphone app and, having never been part of the popular online sports pastime, it’s fun to take part.

Just to be clear, I think the show is awful. Gross, degrading, downright ridiculous — I have several other choice words.

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Download the ESPN Fantasy app and search for “The Bachelor Fantasy League” to join.

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One that topped iTunes charts was Accused: The unsolved murder of Elizabeth Andes.

Andes was found brutally murdered in her Ohio apartment in 1976. Her boyfriend was charged and acquitted, and police never searched further, but Cincinnati Enquirer reporter Amber Hunt revisits the case in great detail in Accused.

Any podcast of this nature is inevitably compared to Serial, which dominated headlines in 2014. But Accused, the first podcast produced by the Enquirer, rises to the challenge.

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arts&entertainment The Kamloops Film Society starts its winter series on Thursday, Jan. 19 with Measure of a Man. The film, directed by Stephane Brize, is the story of an unemployed factory worker in France trying to make ends meet.

As he goes from interview to interview unsuccessfully, his selfrespect starts to break down.

The man ultimately gets a job that poses a moral dilemma for him.

The drama stars Vincent Lindon — who won best actor last year at the Cannes Film Festival last year for his performance — along with Karine de Mirbeck and Matthieu Schaller.

Other films in the series include The Meddler on Jan. 26, The Eagle Huntress on Feb. 9 and Things to Come on Feb. 23.

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BRIEFS The movies are shown at Paramount Theatre, 503 Victoria St., starting at 7 p.m.

Journey of art

The Courthouse Gallery Co-operative opened its annual art exhibition, Visual Journeys, at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour, earlier this week.

Works by 15 artists ranging from painting to jewelry to pottery to photography are on display until Jan. 21.

The gallery is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Anyone can participate, read something and then let the library know.

Participants can use the hashtag #Readfor15TNRD on Facebook or Twitter or email the library at questions@tnrd.ca.

All participants will be entered into a draw for a Chapters bookstore gift card.

Audition for play

Auditions will be held on Jan. 27 and Jan. 28 for the comedy Let’s Murder Marsha, which will be presented by the Laughing Stock Theatre in April.

Auditions will be held at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre, 1250 Rogers Way from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on

Jan. 27 and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Jan. 28.

Auditions are on a first-come, firstserved basis. Interested people must be age 16 and older.

A resume and headshot should be provided at the audition, although someone will be available to take a photograph at the site.

The play by Monk Ferris has seven characters — three men and four women — and tells the story of Marsha, who is addicted to murder-mystery books, who overhears her husband planning a birthday surprise but thinks they are planning her murder.

Rehearsals will be Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cast and crew must be members of the society by the first rehearsal, which is on March 7.

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and the power to read minds, Monaghan does the sensible thing and uses his powers to become a contract killer in Gotham City.

But don’t worry; as he explained to Batman in one of their many run-ins (you can’t keep killing criminals in Gotham City and not expect to cross paths with Batman) he’s not one of the bad guys, he only kills the bad guys.

Sounds logical.

Hitman is a lighthearted action/comedy series that ran for 60 issues (now collected in seven graphic novels).

It has some real gem moments like Monaghan puking on Batman’s cape during one of said aforementioned run-ins and then there was the time he and his best friend Natt the Hat (known for wearing a hat) used a dead alley cat and a searchlight to make a Cat-Signal to get a hold of Catwoman.

And it worked, too.

My favourite Hitman story, though, is also one of my favourite comic book stories ever: Zombie Night at the Gotham Aquarium.

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Sure, a zombieshark sounds scary, but when you think about it, it’s not going too far when it’s in its tank and you’ve got a machine gun.

So yes, this story is filled with the gang blowing away zombiepenguins, zombieseals, zombie-dolphins and other adorable and cuddly, although now zombified, aquatic life.

When the hilarious carnage is finally over, the boys decide to give all the money they made taking the job in the first place to Green Peace.

Balance restored.

I mean, don’t get me wrong.

Hitman isn’t just insanity — it really is a well-rounded series.

There’s plenty of love, laughter and a fair

bit of tragedy to equal things out.

You and your loveable loser friends don’t get into the contract-killer business and come out unharmed.

Nor do your loved ones.

Ennis does an amazing job getting the reader to care about these characters and McCrea is right there with him, never missing a beat with his wild and kinetic artwork that can be grounded and serious at just the right moments.

Hitman also has a superhero named Dogwelder.

He welds dogs to people.

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K, so we all know Batman is the defender of Gotham City, right?

Gotham City is based on New York City and, seeing as how New York has a population of eight-million people, it figures Gotham City is about the same.

So, eight-million people to one Batman.

That’s a lot of crime Batman can’t get to on a nightly basis.

It stands to reason there would be other superheroes in Gotham, then.

And, no, Robin doesn’t count.

Even then, Dick Grayson, the original Robin, is now known as Nightwing and he moved away to Bludhaven, so he’s not even in Gotham anymore.

And, while we’re on the topic, you seriously called your town Bludhaven? It doesn’t exactly scream friendly now does it?

Might as well move to Grizzlydeth.

I don’t care how temperate the climate is, I’m not moving to Grizzlydeth.

Anyway, who else might be defending Gotham City?

Well, there’s Tommy Monaghan — a.k.a.

Hitman.

In 1995, writer Garth Ennis was on a rocket ride to the moon with the hit comic series Preacher (which the current AMC television show is loosely adapted from).

Ennis’ smash hit somewhat overshadowed the other amazing book he was working on at the time with artist John McCrea — Hitman.

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Four-year-old Bennet Rintoul donates classic tales by Dr. Seus during the annual Heap the Honda Children’s Book Drive. The event is a partnership between Literacy in Kamloops and Kamloops Honda and runs through Jan. 28. New or gently used kids’ books can be dropped off at Kamloops Honda, 1308 Josep Way. They can also be taken to the North Shore Library, 693 Tranquille Rd., South Shore Library, 465 Victoria St., the Henry Grube Education Centre, 245 Kitchener Cres., or any Bright Red Bookshelf location. On Friday, Jan. 20, the Cat in the Hat and Things One and Two will also be at the Kamloops Blazers game at Sandman Centre to accept book donations.

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eading Emily Urquhart’s autobiographical and well-researched book Beyond the Pale: Folklore, Family, and the Mystery of Our Hidden Genes was a pleasure, despite some difficult content.

It was even more so because I have the honour of claiming Emily as a friend, colleague and fellow folklorist.

It seems strange reading parts of this story as I was living only two doors away when Sadie, the crux of Beyond the Pale was born.

Hearing Emily’s words about her experiences and emotions in those early days is a revelation and reading her journey of discovery helps me understand, if only a little, how much love she has for her daughter.

Beyond the Pale is an autobiography that delves deeper than just one family’s story.

Urquhart’s daughter Sadie “was born in the usual excruciating way Boxing Day 2010,” and everyone is struck by the wee baby’s “shock of white hair” and soft blue eyes.

Though both Ontario natives, Sadie was born in Newfoundland and Emily and her husband, Andrew Trant, are bemused at the many remarks on their newborn’s “some white” hair.

A week later, Trant’s parents arrive, his father a doctor who suspects Sadie has

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albinism, a rare genetic condition characterized by a lack of pigment in a person’s eyes, hair and skin.

Urquhart, a researcher and writer at heart, uses her knowledge of folklore — “the intimate truths we reveal through the stories we tell” — to begin a journey into understanding her daughter’s condition and the issues, both physical and social, Sadie may face in future.

She states in her prologue: “After my daughter was born, I felt that knowing the cultural tales about people with [Sadie’s] condition, whether they were frightening or beautiful, would help me understand the shape of her life.

“Because she will encounter these stories too: on the silver screen, via the Internet, in the news and from the lips of unpredictable strangers.”

Touching briefly on the genetic codes which make up albinism, Urquhart is

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shocked at the improbability surrounding the fact the gene must be present in both parents for it to manifest: “It is so rare, so improbable.

“Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, Andrew walks into the Ship Pub in St. John’s on a blustery June night. . . .

The rest is genetic history.”

Seeking to understand the cultural markers of this condition or, really, how the rest of the world will view her daughter as she grows up, Urquhart examines stories of white animals considered sacred, folk beliefs, the way Hollywood mocks or vilifies the “albino” in film and all of her concerns for how Sadie will see herself when she is faced with these tales and images.

The darkest section of the book comes when Urquhart and Trant, leaving Sadie safely home with grandparents, travel to Tanzania in East Africa, a place where people with albinism, including many children, are hunted by poachers since the body parts are considered strong magical medicine, leaving them amputees or dead.

Her descriptions of meeting with Adam and Mwanza, a young man and young boy attacked by poachers and both losing limbs, was especially poignant.

Though difficult to read, Urquhart handles these tales with compassion.

One is always reminded of the daughter at home in Canada.

We are not reading simply about “something that happens over there” and

remaining disconnected.

She has made us intimate with the funny, sassy young toddler, about how her life would have been so different were she born elsewhere.

It brings the reader closer to the young men and women in Tanzania, facing discrimination and horror.

The final section of Beyond the Pale comes back to Canada and Urquhart’s life — but now turning pages back into her family history.

She discovers through old photographs family folklore, legend and ancestral research, there were evidences of albinism in her family in the late 1800s and possibly earlier.

Though this section is at times unwieldy in its examination of Sadie’s complex lineage (reading someone else’s family tree can always be a bit of a slog), it also serves to bring a closer connection to Urquhart’s understanding of albinism as more than just a genetic condition for her daughter but a condition which acts as a strange kind of inheritance.

There are concerns for Sadie as she grows older, the teasing, the strength of her vision or increased cancer rates through sun exposure, but this rare genetic condition has also connected her to a deeper understanding of her own family history — Sadie’s own complex cultural tale.

Lynda Daneliuk is an instructor in the English and Modern Languages department at Thompson Rivers University.

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Joe and Caroline Perszon’s 65th Wedding Anniversary Joe and Caroline Perszon are thrilled to celebrate their 65th Wedding Anniversary at noon on January 15th, 2017 at St. Michaels Parish, Logan Lake. They will receive a blessing, renew their vows, and exchange eternity rings as part of their celebration.

As long time residents of Rayleigh, and recently relocated to Logan Lake, they would like to extend an invitation to old friends and family to join them on this special occasion. If you cannot make it but wish to send a card, it can be mailed to Box 850, Logan Lake, BC V0K 1W0

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Go ahead, touch it,” says Ericson, our guide, holding out a seven-foot-long rainbow boa constrictor squirming and wrapping itself around his arms.

I inch forward and nervously slide my hand along the iridescent skin. Surprisingly, the snake feels smooth and, well, almost pleasant.

Nevertheless, I quickly step back.

We are deep in the Amazon jungle of northeast Peru, far from civilization, and I feel out of my element.

Earlier, Ericson led us along a muddy trail into a dense maze of vines, multi-shaped leaves and towering trees.

It’s hot, humid and loud with the buzz of mosquitos and insects.

My shirt is dripping from perspiration.

Then Ericson unexpectedly chopped his way with a machete into the thick jungle and grabbed the rainbow boa by the neck.

Now, he is proudly holding it out to us.

I’m on a cruise on the headwaters of the Amazon River.

Each day, we leave the mothership for excursions to hike through dense jungle or skiff along meandering tributaries. We fish for piranha, feed bananas to monkeys and visit an impoverished village.

We see pink dolphins, caimans, poisondart frogs, tarantulas, snakes and much more.

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It is exotic, but I feel an underlying nervousness, for if anything goes wrong, we are a long way from civilization.

Our time aboard the Delfin II, in surreal contrast, is peaceful, safe and even hedonistic.

There are only 24 passengers in 14 staterooms comfortably appointed with airconditioning, hot water, and, best of all, an enormous window offering grand views onto the mighty Amazon.

Although there are many diversions — bar, spa, visiting the captain on the bridge — I most enjoy mealtimes in the dining room with its large windows, an open kitchen and tables artistically set.

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One says, with an Aussie twang, “I never imagined we’d dine so well in the middle of the jungle.”

The waiter brings the first course. A curved tentacle of blackened octopus balances delicately on slices of passion fruit, which are set in a creamy reduction punctuated with black passion fruit seeds.

A thread of glass noodle coils above it like wild white hair.

I hesitate to bite into this imaginative creation, but finally succumb.

Mmm — delicious!

More great food follows and wine flows as we enthuse over the day’s adventures and

our sumptuous dinner.

That evening, there is a presentation about indigenous nuts and fruits. Javier, a sous-chef, cuts open and offers us aguaje, macambo, tapereba and carambola.

The tastes are fresh, exotic and varied. Little wonder, for the Amazon is a smorgasbord of every kind of edible biology imaginable.

Javier explains with the rolling Rs of Spanish, “For a creative chef, the jungle provides a wonderland of culinary material.”

Next day, we skiff through a winding tributary.

Cawing and chirping surround us.

We see macaws, egrets, storks and a sloth

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From a low-hanging branch, Ericson cuts several granadilla fruits, which resemble passion fruit.

We travel in silence, each of us absorbed in the beauty and mystery of this bountiful crucible of life.

We return to the Delfin II where executive chef, Israel Ijuha leads a cooking class.

At 6-foot-2, Chef Ijuha towers over his compatriots. So do his culinary skills. He explains his style is Peruvian fusion with a strong Amazonian influence.

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That explains the long wooden boats I’ve seen pull alongside, with natives passing loaded burlap bags to the crew.

Ijuha proceeds to prepare jaune by placing slices of cooked chicken in rice he sprinkles with turmeric, oregano, cumin and garlic.

“Peruvians love spices,” he says with a smile.

He wraps servingsized portions of rice and chicken in large bijao leaves and ties it with twine.

The result looks like a gift package and, indeed, we learn jaunes are exchanged between households during festivals.

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The dinner is elegantly presented and — no surprise — features jaune, accompanied by chicken shish-kabob and a dessert of peach compote.

I bite into the jaune and it is delicious. “This is the best trip we’ve ever taken,” says the American lady.

My mouth abuzz with exotic flavours, I can only nod in agreement.

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Shooting for transformation in 2017 Months ago, a friend recounted to me his experience with serious illness.

He said he learned a new appreciation for ordinary life routines.

He learned how precious were even the simple acts of being able to eat and drink and the importance of his digestive system.

He learned how great it felt to have strength to walk.

He said there were mornings he opened his eyes and realized he had lived to face a new day.

He learned to give thanks for that day.

How blessed we are to have been given the gift of life.

All the things we take for granted are never fully appreciated until we face their absence.

The beginning of a new year can be an inspiration to us for thanksgiving.

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tragedies.

In the face of the past, we can look toward the new year ahead with the hope Christ brings.

For faith in Christ is always faith toward the future, toward tomorrow and the new day that is always ours in Christ.

In order to make 2017 (and each year to come) a transformative year, it is good to keep three priorities in our day-to-day existence: • Remember our unchanging God (Psalm

90:1-12; Hebrews 13:28).

It has been noted that when steam locomotives were first introduced in the U.S., Native Americans began fleeing from the “mightiest bull.”

In our days when space travel is anticipated as a routine thing, a new loco would hardly be considered newsworthy.

How times change.

You and I change.

Our spouses, friends and children change, too.

So it is with human philosophies and philosophers of whom there seems to be no end.

Man himself is a creature of change.

If man’s soul does not have an eternal mooring, it drifts like an anchorless ship on a storm-tossed sea.

But thank God, in the person of Christ, we have a Saviour who never changes.

As a well-known hymn puts it: Change

and decay in all around I see, O Thou who changest not abide with me.

If our faith is centred in an unchanging God, we can go through this new year with confidence and can anticipate his presence all through the year.

The shifting scenes of earth need not shake the heart stayed upon him.

The immutable God has redeemed us by his son if we belong to him.

He sustains us and changes not.

• Recognize the power of a godly goal.

This is the season when many people set goals for their lives by making resolutions.

Some shoot for giving up smoking or alcohol. Others decide to do holier things like getting more involved in the church.

There are two mistakes commonly made in setting goals: putting them so high, they can never be achieved or setting sights too low.

These same two pitfalls hinder growth in our spiritual lives, as well.

Christ-likeness is a lofty ideal.

When we fall far short of it, we throw up our hands and exclaim “I just can’t do it.”

So what do we end up doing?

We lower the standard and appear to be no different than a morally upright unbeliever.

Yet, as Christians, our goal holds the promise of future attainment even though it’s not to be fully realized until we get to heaven.

This helps keep us pressing on as long as we live and prevents us from deceiving ourself and saying with a finality, “I’ve arrived, I no longer sin” (see 1 John 1:8).

But, in one sense, the goal is workable because God has promised to empower us to achieve new plateaus of holiness.

What is impractical in our own strength is possible in his strength.

• Recommit yourself to the service of God. The story is told that once in Denmark, a famous sculptor was asked which of his statutes was the greatest.

He replied by saying “the next one.”

Evidently, he was never content to rest upon his laurels.

He sought continual improvement.

His constant hope and driving desire were that his most noble achievement was still ahead.

That’s the way we should feel about service for Christ.

Regardless of past accomplishments, we recognize it is always possible to do a better job, no matter what position or responsibility we hold.

That realization would keep us pressing onward and upward.

Rejecting the assumption we have

“arrived” because of a recent success, we should always determine to make the “next one” our highest achievement for the Lord.

These thoughts are especially appropriate as we enter a new year.

For some of us, perhaps, 2016 was a year of success in business or work and spiritual victories.

We can look back with personal satisfaction. But when we do this, we face the danger of being lulled into complacency.

In this first month of 2017, let us say with the Apostle Paul: I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called heavenward in Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:13).

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