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Tuque-clad tots enjoy feeding a gaggle of Canada geese and mallard ducks with bits of whole grain crackers while on a nature walk with day-care instructor Christina Vermette yesterday on McArthur Island. From left: Philippe, Felix, Melanie and Kalina toss crumbs to the many famished fowl.

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A former manager of KGHM Ajax who was fired last year appears to have settled his lawsuit against the mining company. A consent dismissal was filed in B.C. Supreme Court, bringing an end to the court action with no settlement details. Yves Lacasse, a spokesman for KGHM Ajax, did not respond to a

message asking for comment. Gillespie’s statement of claim alleged the company led him to believe he was to become the overall head of the Ajax project, but the plan ran into problems because he was an American citizen. He also alleged the company failed to properly compensate him when he was fired. Turmoil struck the Kamloops office in late May 2016 when the company, under Gillespie’s

leadership in Kamloops, announced it was letting go of eight full-time employees. Little more than a week later, Gillespie was fired. KGHM denied the allegations, claiming it paid Gillespie four weeks’ severance within the requirements of his contract. Gillespie’s Facebook page said he is employed by Guyana Goldfields, a Canadian company listed on the TSE.

Two-week spring break will be shortlived in the KamloopsThompson school district, with trustees voting Monday night to return to a one-week March break in 2018. Trustees voted 4-3 to not continue the extended break, which began a two-to-three year trial period in the 2014-2015 school year. Trustees Rhonda Kershaw, Cara McKelvey, Kathleen Karpuk and vice-chair Gerald Watson voted against continuing the trial, while trustees Joe Small, Joan Cowden and board chair Meghan Wade voted in favour of maintaining the two-week break. A report from staff reflected consultation with both employees and parents. Superintendent Alison Sidow said the overall recommendation from

SD73 IS IN MINORITY Most school districts in B.C. have a two-week spring break. According to the Ministry of Education, only seven of the 60 districts in the province have a one-week March vacation. Those are Haida Gwaii, Bulkey Valley, Quesnel, Comox Valley, Vancouver Island West, Vancouver Island North and Campbell River. stakeholders was to continue with a twoweek spring break, but the board voted otherwise. “There is no educational evidence that says this is in the educational best interest of students and that’s what I heard last night [Monday],” Wade said.

“There was also a lot of talk and discussion that this is hard on a lot of our families. It’s day care. It’s kids left alone with screens.” Wade said the board was clear four years ago that it wanted programming for more vulnerable students during at least one of the weeks. “That didn’t really pan out due to cost,” she said, adding the board wanted the adjustment to be costneutral. Last year, the board voted to take no action to change the school calendar following a report that polled parents and the teachers’ union, with both in favour of continuing with a two-week March break. Cowden said this year’s report reflected the same beliefs. The KamloopsThompson Teachers’ Association was 94 per cent in favour of the longer break. See TWO WEEKS, A2

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LOCAL NEWS PROVINCIAL FOUNDATION SKILLS ASSESSMENT RESULTS

Students on par with peers Students in Grade 4 and 7 are now writing the annual provincial foundation skills assessment exams, which continue through Feb. 17. According to statistics from the 2016 assessment, local kids are on par with provincial rates. The percentage of all students in KamloopsThompson meeting or exceeding expectations fluctuated from Grade 4 to Grade 7 in the three areas tested: reading, writing and numeracy. Grade 4 writing results were at 90 per cent, with the provincial average at 83 per cent. Grade 4 reading was at 80 per cent (provincial average was at 82 per cent). Grade 4 numeracy was at 76 per cent (provincial average was at 81 per cent). Grade 7 writing results were at 89 per cent, with the provin-

cial average at 86 per cent. Grade 7 reading was at 81 per cent (provincial average was at 78 per cent). Grade 7 numeracy was at 71 per cent (provincial average was at 73 per cent). KamloopsThompson aboriginal students proved to be far ahead of provincial averages. Grade 4 writing results were at 84 per cent, with the provincial average at 67 per cent. Grade 4 reading was at 65 per cent (provincial average was at 67 per cent). Grade 4 numeracy was at 64 per cent (provincial average was at 59 per cent). Grade 7 writing results were at 79 per cent, with the provincial average at 69 per cent. Grade 7 reading was at 68 per cent (provincial average was at 58 per cent). Grade 7 numeracy was at 51 per cent (provincial average

was at 47 per cent). KamloopsThompson specialeducation students were also ahead of the provincial curve. Grade 4 writing results were at 69 per cent, with the provincial average at 59 per cent. Grade 4 reading was at 71 per cent (provincial average was at 67 per cent). Grade 4 numeracy was at 42 per cent (provincial average was at 60 per cent). Grade 7 writing results were at 70 per cent, with the provincial average at 64 per cent. Grade 7 reading was at 61 per cent (provincial average was at 55 per cent). Grade 7 numeracy was at 48 per cent (provincial average was at 44 per cent). Based on gender, females were meeting or exceeding expectations at a better or identical rate than males in all three areas

in both grades, aside from Grade 7 writing. Between 2012 and 2016, the statistics show consistency in the results across the board. Grade 4 reading was at 80 per cent in 2012 and again at 80 per cent in 2016. Grade 4 writing was at 86 per cent in 2012 and at 90 per cent in 2016. Grade 4 numeracy was at 78 per cent in 2012 and at 76 per cent in 2016. Grade 7 reading was at 78 per cent in 2012 and at 81 per cent in 2016. Grade 7 writing was at 89 per cent in 2012 and again at 89 per cent in 2016. Grade 7 numeracy was at 71 per cent in 2012 and again at 71 per cent in 2016. The foundation skills assessment will be done earlier in the 2017-2018 school year, in October and November. Sean Kim is now in Grade 7, but in this photo he was in Grade 1, learning to create abstract art during a spring break camp at the Kamloops Art Gallery. Sean will again be enjoying just one week of spring break next year, when he enters secondary school.

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Through online dialogue, parents indicated they were more in favour of retaining the two-week break. Sidow clarified that parent feedback was collected via the district’s online ThoughtExchange platform. Consultation also reflected support from the Canadian Union of Public Employees and the Principals and Vice Principals Association, Cowden said. “To me, that indicated that the general population of our school community wanted to continue with the two-week spring break and, I feel, if we are going to seek

consultation, we have to take into account that consultation,” Cowden said. “It shows now that we didn’t really pay attention to the report we received.” Karpuk was on the opposite side of the vote, arguing a significant number of parents found the extra week off to be an extreme financial hardship. The longer break also didn’t decrease absenteeism, she said, and there were “significant” parent complaints regarding the shorter lunch hour. “A lot of parents see it as an opportunity for more family time and the ability to go on vacation,”

Karpuk said. “Not every family has that option and our most vulnerable students are those that adversely affected by the twoweek spring break. “It’s a want versus a need and I don’t think we should be making life harder for that many people.” Sidow said returning to a one-week spring break will be “business as usual” for schools, noting the longer break was actually a variation from the collective agreement with the teacher’s union. “From a logistics point of view and an operational point of view, it’s easier to manage a one-week spring break,” she said.

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KRISTOPHER TEICHRIEB’S PRELIM BEGINS MONDAY IN KAMLOOPS

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When Kristopher Teichrieb’s preliminary inquiry begins at the Kamloops Law Courts next week, the 39-year-old accused will not be present. Teichrieb is facing charges of attempted murder and aggravated assault stemming from allegations he used a baseball bat in June to beat an 18-yearold into a coma. Jessie Simpson, who has since turned 19, remains in that state. A lawyer representing Teichrieb applied successfully in Kamloops provincial court on Wednesday for an order that his preliminary inquiry take place without him present. Teichrieb has been in custody since his arrest a short time after the assault. Defence lawyer Mila Shah said Teichrieb, who was denied bail earlier this month, is being kept behind bars in Surrey,

Kristopher Teichrieb (left) is charged with attempted murder in connection to the June 19, 2016, assault of Jessie Simpson (right). Simpson remains on life support in hospital.

noting transporting him to and from court in Kamloops would be a waste of time and money. Police were called to Brocklehurst in the earlymorning hours of June 19 for reports of an altercation in progress. Simpson was found beaten at the corner

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A former high-profile Kamloops police officer who last week pleaded guilty to a charge of possessing cocaine while still an RCMP constable apologized in court yesterday. She is scheduled to be sentenced tomorrow. Randi Love entered a guilty plea last week to possession of a controlled substance. The 41-year-old had been facing three counts of trafficking cocaine, but those charges were dropped after she pleaded guilty to the possession charge. “I don’t make any excuses

for what I’ve done,” Love said in court. “I’m very remorseful for what I’ve done.” Police launched an investigation into Love’s actions in the late summer of 2015. According to an agreed statement of facts, Love used cocaine with friends on three occasions in June 2015 after meeting with an unidentified dealer to purchase the drugs. On two of the three occasions, Love was on administrative duty with the RCMP after returning to work following an injury. “I’ve been through a lot in this process,” she said. “My name was smeared through the media . . . I’ve created a lot of stress and embarrassment for myself, my

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ecutors charged him with a new offence — counselling another inmate to commit an assault — he is alleged to have committed while behind bars. Teichrieb’s four-day preliminary inquiry is scheduled to begin on Monday, Jan. 23.

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family and my fiancé.” Love said she is taking steps to obtain a certificate that would allow her to work as a counsellor to help people in similar situations. Court heard Love resigned from the national police force in January 2016. The Crown is seeking a oneyear probation term, while defence lawyer Brad Smith has recommended a conditional discharge, which could mean Love would not have a criminal record. In 2008, Love worked as the media-relations officer at the Kamloops RCMP detachment, acting as the de facto face of police in the city.

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A “pre-emptive” attack on an unsuspecting fellow inmate has earned a prisoner at Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre an 18-month jail sentence. Jacob Lowes, 31, pleaded guilty to assault causing bodily harm for his part in a jailhouse altercation more than a year ago. On Dec. 6, 2015, court heard, Daniel Mader had just finished cutting the hair of another prisoner when he was attacked from behind by Lowes. “The first blow struck was a blindside punch

on Mr. Mader by Mr. Lowes,” Crown prosecutor Neil Flanagan said. “He was struck with considerable force. Mr. Mader was felled by this first blow.” Flanagan said the punch knocked Mader to the ground and the assault continued. “Mr. Mader is on the floor,” Flanagan said. “Mr. Lowes then struck further blows. There is a flurry of blows — I don’t know the exact number — but all struck with considerable force.” While Mader was on the ground, Flanagan said, another inmate dumped a jug of scalding water on his head. Travis Hache, who dumped the water, was

Lowes’ cellmate at the time.Flanagan said the water caused serious injuries to Mader’s head and potentially permanent damage to one of his ears. Hache has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and will be sentenced on April 3. The attack was described in court as an act of “pre-emptive selfdefence.” “It sounds like Mr. Mader may have made a threat against Mr. Lowes,” Flanagan said, noting Mader, a convicted killer from Kelowna, was near the end of his sentence and looking forward to freedom. “He had no interest in becoming involved in

prison politics.” Defence lawyer Don Campbell said Lowes had heard through various prison channels that Mader had called him a “paperwork rat” — someone who helped police in an investigation. Lowes’ 18-month sentence was credited as time served. He is awaiting trial on a string of charges, including one count of attempted murder, in connection to a shooting in August 2014 in Vernon’s Polson Park. If convicted, he will not be able to use the time credited to his 18-month sentence toward any new jail time.

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Kamloops Mounties expect charges will be laid against one person following a raid by the RCMP emergency response team at a North Shore gym. Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said one person arrested as part of the Jan. 13 raid at Heavy Metal Gym was released after an interview. Police are continuing the investigation and

charges against that person are expected at a later date. Following the raid by the heavily armed emergency response team that used explosive distraction devices, RCMP said one person was arrested, two were detained and three others questioned and released. According to City of Kamloops business licence registry, the proprietor of Heavy Metal Gym at 145 Briar Ave. is Konaam Shirzad — a founder

of the violent Red Scorpions gang last decade. That gang was later under the command of the Abbotsford-based Bacon brothers. Police have not said whether their investigation is gangrelated. Mounties said at a press conference following the raid that the operation was linked to a traffic stop and drug seizure earlier that day and was also connected to a search of a Sahali home.

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A Kamloops man is standing trial in B.C. Supreme Court this week after a vehicle stop last spring turned up a loaded 45-calibre handgun. Blake Bernhard is facing four firearms-related charges stemming from the May 12, 2016, incident. On Tuesday, RCMP Const. Ryan Long testified Bernhard’s name came up in connection with an alleged altercation the previous night.

“We were made aware of an incident the previous evening where an individual was victimized at a residence on the North Shore,” he said. “This person indicated it was Blake Bernhard who victimized him and that he had a handgun.” Long said he initiated the traffic stop in North Kamloops. According to Crown prosecutor Frank Caputo, another Mountie saw Bernhard appearing to stuff something under the seat on which he was sitting. A third officer seized the firearm, court heard. Bernhard’s trial is expected to wrap up on Thursday.

MAN INJURED IN PEPPER-SPRAY INCIDENT Kamloops Mounties don’t have much to go on after a man was pepper-sprayed on a downtown sidewalk on Tuesday. RCMP Cpl. Jodi Shelkie said emergency crews were called to the area of the downtown library, at Victoria Street and Fifth Avenue, just after 6 p.m. “It happened outside,” she said. “When we got there, a male was being treated by paramedics for

being pepper-sprayed. He had nothing to share with us.” Shelkie said paramedics washed out the victim’s eyes and let him go. There were reports of the substance making its way inside the library and causing some people to leave with irritation to their eyes and skin, but no serious injuries were reported.

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The former Kamloops Daily News building at Seymour Street and Fourth Avenue has been empty since the newspaper closed in January 2014. The city bought the property two months later for $4.8 million and has been using the rear parking lot for pay parking.

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Kamloops Mayor Peter Milobar said it has taken city council longer than expected to nail down the fate of the former Kamloops Daily News property, noting a decision could be on the way next month. The city has been in negotiations for the empty property at the corner of Seymour Street and Fourth Avenue since last spring. At several points last year, the city suggested it was close to presenting a plan for the lot to the public. “Originally, we were shooting for end of summer, mid-fall, but we needed a bit more time,” Milobar said.

Negotiations, which have remained confidential, appear to finally be nearing their end. “It’s nothing worrisome. It’s just something that’s taking us time to move through,” he said. Developers and community groups submitted nine options for the property during a request for proposals process last year, with ideas ranging from a cycling velodrome to mixed-use developments with housing and performing-arts space. The city had hoped to use the property, which it purchased from Glacier Media in 2014 for $4.8 million, to build a $91-million performing-arts centre and parkade, but that plan was defeated in a 2015 referendum. Milobar has previously said

the proposal under consideration is “unique” from the other eight. Meanwhile, there’s been little movement on another empty building downtown. Milobar said the city is waiting for the provincial government to nail down criteria for how the former Stuart Wood elementary can be used before it makes plans for the property. Because of a clause put on the property in the early 1900s, the city can only use the building for educational purposes or its ownership reverts to the province. Stuart Wood, which sits on land fronting Third Avenue, between Battle and St. Paul streets, closed in June of last year.

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A Kamloops city councillor has inadvertently barred himself from attending the rezoning hearing for a new subdivision west of the Summit Connector. During Tuesday’s council meeting, Coun. Donovan Cavers said he doesn’t support the application by True Consulting to rezone 200 Hudson’s Ridge Blvd. from agricultural to single-family residential to make way for an eventual subdivision of about 22 to 24 units. The parcel of land

is located just north of the Edgehill Place development. Cavers said he considers the project “urban sprawl” and stated he would vote against it. He was then told by corporate officer Cindy Kennedy that doing so means he can’t vote at all — or even attend the public hearing at which the rezoning will be discussed. Kennedy said Cavers is also not allowed to attempt to influence other councillors to vote against the project. City CAO David Trawin said councillors

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Cattle company cites theft, vandalism TRIAL CONCERNING PUBLIC ACCESS TO NICOLA LAKES CONTINUES TIM PETRUK STAFF REPORTER tim@kamloopsthisweek.com

Most of the property surrounding disputed lakes on Douglas Lake Cattle Company land has been the property of the company for more than 100 years and a gate providing access to the area has been locked since the 1980s, a judge has been told. An ongoing civil trial in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops pits one of the largest ranches in North America, Douglas Lake Cattle Company, against the Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club — a group claiming the provincial government should be doing more to ensure access for anglers to Minnie and Stoney lakes. The club is seeking an order allowing public access to the roads leading to the lakes. It contends the gate was not locked until well into the 1990s — after the company attempted to charge for fishing its lakes. Taking the witness stand on Tuesday, Douglas Lake general manager Joe Gardner said the decision to lock the gate on Stoney Lake Road was made in the early 1980s after company realignment left buildings at Minnie Lake vacant. “When there’s a crew there, they’re out and about doing things,” he said. “When there’s nobody there, there’s nobody within a 30-minute drive to look after things — and we did get vandalism.” Gardner said the company also experienced theft, albeit at a small scale. “Mainly it was fuel,” he said. “We did have saddles stolen from a barn and that kind of thing.” Gardner, who has been general man-

ager of the company since 1979, said the decision to lock the gate permanently was his alone. Douglas Lake Cattle Company was established in 1886. Gardner said the company owns 250,000 acres of deeded land, in addition to 15,000 acres of leased Crown land. It also has about 1,000 acres in private leases and approximately 1.2-million acres licensed for grazing. “Our footprint in British Columbia is about 1.5-million acres,” he said, estimating the number of lakes on the company’s deeded property at about 200. Of those, Gardner said, about 40 have sufficient stocks for fishing. Gardner said about 20 of those lakes are accessible to the public because of where they are situated. Gardner said his goal when he joined the company was to turn Minnie Lake into a destination fishing lake. “I wanted to try to make it into a world-class fishery,” he said. “There was a potential for that. So, we were shooting for a catch-and-release, no winter kill, no summer kill fishery. Fast-forward, that’s where we are now.” Evan Cooke, a lawyer representing the cattle company, cited in court a “separate trial in the media” pitting the interests of a wealthy American owner attempting to restrict access to lakes on his property against local anglers. The company is owned by Stan Kroenke, who also owns a number of professional sports teams: Colorado Avalanche (National Hockey League), Los Angeles Rams (National Football League), Colorado Mammoth (National Lacrosse

League), Denver Nuggets (National Basketball Association), Colorado Rapids (Major League Soccer) and Arsenal (English Premier League soccer). Kroenke is married to an heiress to the Walmart fortune. Gardner refused to name the sum paid for the company and its properties, but it was listed at the time for $67 million. Gardner said Kroenke has owned the company since 2003, when he purchased it in a court-ordered sale following thenowner Bernard Ebbers’ involvement in the Worldcom scandal. Ebbers, who was born in Edmonton but had U.S. citizenship, was sentenced to a 25 years in prison in 2006. Prior to Ebbers’ ownership, the company was owned by a series of Canadian companies, including the prominent Woodward family of department and grocery store fame. In his opening statement, Cooke called the lakes “private fisheries.” The cattle company has constructed a high-end lodge at Stoney Lake to support what Cooke called “eco-tourism” activities. Outside court, Rick McGowan, chairman of the Nicola Valley Fish and Games Club’s access committee, told KTW Douglas Lake Cattle Company began attempting to restrict anglers’ access to Minnie and Stoney lakes in the 1990s. McGowan said the gate remained unlocked until the mid-1990s and maintains it is illegal for a company to charge anglers for fishing. The trial, which began last week, is expected to last as long as a month.

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Despite Victoria spending about $65 million to fight the overdose epidemic, December set a new monthly record in B.C., with 142 deaths recorded, eight of them in Kamloops. In 2016, there were 914 overdose deaths in the province, compared to 510 such deaths in 2015 and 202 10 years ago. Kamloops recorded 40 overdose deaths in 2016, compared to seven such deaths in 2015 and 11 a decade ago. Health Minister Terry Lake yesterday announced more initiatives to deal with what B.C. chief coroner Dr. Lisa Lapointe called a crisis “that is not likely to be solved soon.” Lake said the govern-

ment will spend another $10 million starting in the spring to add 60 intensive residentialtreatment beds — 20 for youth and 40 for adults. Another 50 intensive outpatient treatment spaces will also be created to provide support to the most vulnerable people who are ready to see treatment. Both will include 90-day programs with a year of follow-up care. The 60 new beds are in addition to government’s commitment to open 500 new addiction-treatment beds. More than 300 new substance-use beds have already been opened in the past three years, with 100 more on track to open by the end of January and the remainder online by March 31. Lake said discussions are ongoing to decide where to create the new

spaces. The government will also provide full coverage for opioid-substitution therapies — which will include suboxone, naloxone and methadone — for people whose income is less than about $42,000. But that income threshold can be higher if there are dependents in the family. Lake was asked during a press conference where he sees any suc-

cesses in the provincial health emergency, given the money that has been put into confronting it. He pointed to the 20 overdose-prevention sites created in early December, including two in Kamloops, which saw 96 overdoses reversed, potential deaths that would have seen the December statistics even higher. He noted an increasing number of drug users using the Insite

clinic in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Both Lake and Lapointe agreed the crisis has the potential to overshadow other causes of death that have been typically expected. “When it surpassed by double the number of people who die in motor-vehicle accidents, it was stunning,” Lapointe said. “Now, we’re way past it and the trend could

see it surpass things we would expect would take people’s lives.” She said equipment has been purchased and staff are being trained to test for carfentanil, a drug that is considered one of the most potent opioid, being 10,000 times more potent than morphine. Lapointe said while most toxicology reports for those who died from an overdose have been clear on the cause, there are about

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he comments started appearing online as soon as Kamloops This Week published the story on the KamloopsThompson school district’s decision to go back to a oneweek spring break, effective next year. Some were supportive, some were critical, but the comments that stood out were those that echoed the thoughts of letter writer Dean Gilbert, whose missive appears on the next page. On Monday night, trustees voted 4-3 to revert to a one-week spring break following a brief experiment with a two-week holiday for students and teachers. There are arguments for and against a two-week break, and trustees debated them. But what has drawn the ire of Gilbert and others is the seeming disregard the board of education has displayed toward those whose opinion it sought on the subject. As was pointed out in the KTW story that appears on today’s front page, the consensus among those surveyed was to retain the twoweek spring break (which is the norm in 53 of the province’s 60 school districts). School district superintendent Alison Sidow and trustee Joan Cowden noted the majority of those asked for viewpoints — parents, teachers and members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees and Principals and Vice Principals Association — sided with maintaining the two-week break. Granted, consultation does not necessarily equal implementation of the opinions of those consulted, but surely the board of education can understand the frustration being felt by those who believe their voices were ignored. When a decision runs counter to the opinion expressed by the majority of those asked, there is a problem. Perhaps this issue highlights the need to better explain or improve the new Thought Exchange web portal parents have been urged to use.

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We must care in Trump era

ince the U.S. election in November, friends have suggested we on the other side of the 49th parallel have nothing to worry about — after all, Donald Trump isn’t in charge of Canada. Just ignore him, they’ve suggested. Move along, nothing to see here. I’ve ignored those protestations and stifled the desire to point out how wrong it is to have such an attitude. But tomorrow, the day the reality-TV-star-bankruptbusinessman-turned-president fulfils his dream— and, perhaps, that of Vladimir Putin — the need to point out why we should care is pressing. First, let’s talk about cauliflower. Remember when it hit $8 a head (and usually small head at that) just last year? Yes, it was the result of the drought in California, but it points to how dependent our food supplies are on the U.S. Anything a President Trump does that impacts his country’s economy will resonate in Canada — and it’s fair to assume the impact will be negative. He wants to build a wall between the U.S. and Mexico and start charging high tariffs for any goods he deigns to let come through. How much produce at your grocery store comes from Mexico? Do you really believe those prices won’t start to soar? Trump is talking about surcharges on made-in-Canada cars brought into the U.S. for sale, an idea that has the potential to impact our auto industry. Sure, it’s not a big factor in the B.C. economy, but from the national viewpoint, it is a key cog in our productivity. For decades, we have the U.S.

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LEVEL to thank for pretty much any armed action with which Canada has been involved, be it aggressive or done with peaceful intentions. America goes to war and we follow right behind in some way that, even when promoted as not involving armed aggression, costs lives and returns injured and traumatized Canadian soldiers. Trump belittles the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as obsolete and says he’ll pull his country out of the 67-year-old partnership. It was created to form an alliance of countries committed to supporting each other in North America and Europe. Ironically, its main purpose was to defend member nations from being taken over by the Soviet Union, now known as Russia, Trump’s first overseas destination once he becomes president. Trump wants to leave the Paris Accord, believing his “very good brain” has better ideas. This does not bode well for addressing climate change, something that requires a concerted international agreement to have any real impact. Lastly, the very existence of Trump the politician has emboldened like-minded counterparts in Canada who seem to think they

should also be in charge of the country. Like Trump, Kevin O’Leary seems to think spouting whatever comes into his brain is good policy planning. You have to love his “maybe we should sell Senate seats” line. It reflects how Trump has sold out his potential cabinet to billionaires he wants to like him. Then there’s Kellie Leitch and those 18 letters after her name. The woman who wants to head the Conservative party sees Trump’s win as exciting for Canada and, one might assume, believes spouting off those letters after her name (M.D., M.B.A., F.R.C.S.(C), etc.) make her as smart as Trump simply declaring that he is way smarter than the rest of us. I recently watched Martin Luther King’ Jr.’s I Have A Dream speech. I remember watching it on our tiny black and white television in 1963. The words are dated and reflect the racial inequality he was fighting, but some ring true today: “Let us not wallow in the valley of despair, I say to you today, my friends. “And so, even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: ‘We hold these truths to be selfevident, that all men are created equal.’” The fact they still hold meaning 54 years later speaks to why we need to pay attention to the next four years in the U.S. dale@kamloopsthisweek.com Twitter: @mdalebass

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YOUR OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR USE TARGET SPACE WE ARE DUMB LIKE FROGS IN SAHALI MALL FOR ARTS CENTRE Editor: This is probably not an ideal time to address yet another option for a fine-arts centre location, but I cannot help but think a Sahali Mall location would be perfect. The space vacated by Target has many qualities that would make it a viable location: • There is easy access for both South Shore and North Shore patrons and it is within walking distance of Thompson Rivers University. • The basic structure is already there. Building a well-designed upper concert hall area would afford a wonderful, impressive view of the city and surrounding mountains. • The parking is ample and already in place. Perhaps covered walkways could be added for inclement weather. • It is the first thing visitors see entering Kamloops. • An impressive marquee would invite tourists to stay to see a show. • Sahali Mall is dying a slow death, with a number of businesses leaving. Perhaps this would attract high-end art shops, novelty stores, restaurants and pre-concert activities. • South Kamloops secondary could have its Sagebrush Theatre back for its fine-arts programs, with rentals an option for busier times. We are fortunate in Kamloops to have three symphony orchestras, a fine chamber ensemble and many excellent choirs. These talented musicians deserve to have proper, updated and much-needed acoustics. In addition, Western Canada Theatre is second to none. These groups would no longer have to scramble each year to find a stage to present concerts. Please consider this location before a golden opportunity is lost forever. Suzanne Legault Kamloops

Editor: You can take a frog, stick in a pot of cold water, then put the pot on a hot stove. As the water heats up, the frog will sit there. He can jump at any time, but simply doesn’t and eventually boils to death. But frogs are stupid, (Kermit would disagree). They are not smart like us humans, eh? I’ve just finished reading On a Farther Shore: The Life and Legacy of Rachel Carson by William Souder. As many know, Carson, is regarded as the godmother of the modern environmental movement. Her big concern was the overuse of DDT, which had grown to ludicrous proportions after the Second

World War. Her book Silent Spring detailed the damage done, especially to birds and other creatures, including frogs. Her views were greeted by derision as DDT was considered so safe that you could drink a glass of it. Actually, that was how thousands of Indian farmers — indebted way over their heads to the likes of Monsanto — ended their lives, but that’s another story. Was Carson a communist trying to undermine the American way of life? Carson was quite ill and died of cancer at age 56 while writing Silent Spring. Fortunately, the New Yorker magazine, (bless William Shawn) serialized the book.

It appears the dangers of global warming were already a hot topic in the 1950s and 1960s. Again, the deniers were many, fuelled by money from the Big Energy legion. The earth was cooling and the more carbon dioxide and other pollutants one dumped into the atmosphere, the better. Now, to top it all off, we have an incoming president of the biggest, though most indebted, nation on this earth, the United States of America, who is a climate- change denier. Top that one. We could have jumped, but we didn’t. Dumb frogs. Dennis Peacock Clearwater

SCHOOL BOARD WASTES MY TIME Editor: The Kamloops-Thompson school district spends money and time on the spring break issue. I spend my time to respond to the Thought Exchange. And, at the very first opportunity to implement the recommendation, the school board rejects it? I am somewhat ambivalent over the twoweek spring break. I support it slightly. What I don’t support is wasting my time, which is what SD73 did. The Thought Exchange is merely a tool the board uses to justify things it supports. If the board wishes to go against

Thought Exchange recommendations, it refers to those recommendations as ‘anecdotes.” Isn’t it funny how SD73 superintendent Allison Sidow claimed the Thought Exchange contained anecdotes and was not a broad survey, yet did not provide the survey results? Presumably because one doesn’t exist. The school board thinks so highly of the Thought Exchange process that it’s willing to dismiss the results out of hand? I’ll remember this in October 2018. Dean Gilbert Kamloops

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“Would be nice if Douglas Lake Cattle Company was a better corporate citizen. “Even on its website, it promote world-class fishing on its private lakes. I don’t agree with anyone claiming ownership of any lake. “The company boasts of 12 lakes on its property, which are for the exclusive use of the ranch and its privileged guests. (Meaning if you have enough money, you can fish on these lakes.)” — posted by User Name

RE: KAMLOOPS-THOMPSON SCHOOLS TO RETURN TO ONE-WEEK SPRING BREAK:

“There has never been a need for a spring break in Canada. “If really needed, give them a week over Easter. The BCTF has way too much time off as it is. “I wonder how much their wages and benefits have increased just this century ?” — posted by Snuffy the Seal

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Diesel spill leads to water-use advisory The Interior Health Authority is advising some residents of the North Thompson Valley to check water for signs of diesel fuel contamination following an accident Monday night near Avola. Avola is on Highway 5 North, about two hours north of Kamloops and about 40 minutes

north of Clearwater. The IHA said residents should check for a sheen on water or be able to detect a smell. Those affected are in a 40-kilometre stretch of the North Thompson River downstream of where a semi-trailer unit crashed into the river, one kilometre south of Avola. The area is from

Avola to Clearwater, to the confluence of the North Thompson and Clearwater rivers. Authorities said the fuel tank was punctured, resulting in release of about 800 litres of diesel fuel in the river. Cleanup began that evening. Avola draws its water upstream from Avola Creek and is not affected. The nearest community is Vavenby, which closed its intake system. Arden Bolton, manager of utility ser-

vices for the ThompsonNicola Regional District, said the pumps were shut off and the system run off of the reservoir overnight. The reservoir was refilled under monitoring by environmental officials. The intake, located about six feet below surface, was again shut off Tuesday afternoon and was monitored again yesterday. The Ministry of Environment is sampling water to test for pollution.

The City of Kamloops’ water intake is on the South Thompson River, though council recently voted to go ahead with a $10-million emergency intake system on the North Thompson River at Yates Road in Westsyde. The decision was sparked by concerns of a catastrophic spill in the South Thompson. A CN train spill in the 1990s closed water use from the North Thompson River from Avola to Kamloops for more than a week.

City hoping for federal funding The City of Kamloops will spend about $330,000 to fast-track another section of sewer pipe replacement on Tranquille Road in Brocklehurst, in hopes of snagging federal infrastructure grant money for the project. Council voted Tuesday to award a contract worth up to $330,000 to McElhanney Consulting Ltd. to design an upgraded line between Ridgeview Terrace and 12th Street. Replacement of another section of pipe near Kamloops Airport is already in the works. A third section of pipe bridging the two projects will also need to be upgraded, but public works director Jen Fretz said that will come last as it is in the best condition of the three phases. The city has applied for federal grant money to complete the work, which it estimates could cost $10 million. If it receives funds from Ottawa, the city must complete the project by March of 2018.

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Kamloops Fire Rescue responded to a small industrial fire Tuesday night at the Domtar pulp mill on Mission Flats Road. Platoon Capt. Jeff Bell said the call came in at about 9 p.m. to respond to a fire at the steam plant. Domtar’s own emergency response crew was on scene quickly in response to the blaze.

It started when oil from a line sprayed on a hot steam pipe, causing ignition. Surrounding insulation subsequently caught fire. There was minimal damage and no injuries. Bell said the city crew was on scene for about 45 minutes. Investigators were also at the mill Wednesday morning. Fire department officials have also

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U.S. challenges B.C-only wine sales in grocery stores DIRK MEISSNER

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VANCOUVER — The United States said a decision to allow only British Columbia wines to be sold in grocery stores has left a bit-

ter aftertaste and it’s launching an international trade complaint. A challenge filed yesterday by the U.S. alleges the B.C.-only wine sales policy is a breach of Canada’s commitments to the World Trade Organization.

U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman said the province’s regulations provide a substantial competitive advantage for B.C. wines. “American winemakers produce some of the highest-quality, most

popular wines in the world,’’ Froman said in a news release. “When U.S. wine producers have a fair shot at competing on a level playing field, they can compete and win in markets around the globe.’’

Public Notice British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority Supply Chain Applications Project Application On December 21, 2016, British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) filed the Supply Chain Applications Project Application and statement of capital expenditures with the British Columbia Utilities Commission and is requesting acceptance of a portion of the expenditures, pursuant to the Utilities Commission Act. Through the Supply Chain Applications Project, BC Hydro intends to replace their PassPort supply chain information technology system with an SAP system. This would require the design and implementation of new business processes and information technology related to the acquisition and deployment of materials and services from third-parties. BC Hydro estimates the mid-range cost of the overall Project to be $65.9 million, with a cost range of $60.5 to $79.3 million, and that it will have positive net present value to ratepayers of $59 million. BC Hydro anticipates placing the new supply chain information technology system in service in July 2019 and completing the Project in July 2020.

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The U.S. has sent a letter to the Canadian government, asking for consultations as a first step toward resolving the dispute. If that fails, the U.S. said it may request the WTO establish a dispute settlement panel. The trade action follows on the heels of a California Wine Institute complaint to the USTR on Oct. 27 that called B.C.’s wine regulations “blatantly discriminatory.” However, according to the provincial government, the B.C. wine on shelves model will never see more than 60 partners. The liquor licences that are in these grocery stores are the same VQA licences that have existed in B.C. for years. Canadian trade expert Peter Clark said the U.S. complaint is serious and “definitely worth fighting.’’ He said Canada has several counterarguments to the U.S. complaint, including

pointing out many small wine producers in the U.S. are granted subsidies to stay in business. Those subsidies can make up to 90 per cent of their volume sales. But Clark said he is concerned the U.S. action could result in widespread changes to Canadian wine sales and distribution. The action could also see international wines, and not just wines from California, end up in Canadian grocery stores. “If you get [a ruling] for the U.S., it’s going to be there for Europe,’’ Clark said in a telephone interview from Ottawa. “It’s going to be there for everybody because the WTO operates on a non-discriminatory basis. It’s something to take very seriously.’’ B.C. amended legislation in April 2015 to allow wine sales in grocery stories and held an auction for licences about a year later.

A news release from the executive office of U.S. President Barack Obama said the regulations implemented by B.C. intentionally undermine free and fair competition. “Canada and all Canadian provinces must play by the rules,’’ Froman said. Acting U.S. Agriculture Secretary Michael Scuse said in B.C., local wines get an unfair advantage because they can be sold on grocery store shelves, while U.S. wines cannot. “The United States simply seeks equal opportunities to market our wines, consistent with Canada’s international obligations.’’ B.C. NDP MLA David Eby said the dispute could have a huge impact on B.C.’s wine industry. “It was so obvious this was going to happen and that the trade challenge would be successful against this plan,’’ he said.

Anti-Trump protesters to line inaugural route ALEXANDER PANETTA

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WASHINGTON — Donald Trump will get an earful from America’s noisy majority as he moves into his new home tomorrow. He will be jeered on the parade route as he enters the White House with the lowest approval rating of any new president of the modern era. One protest organizer expects thousands in a plaza on Pennsylvania Avenue, halfway between the Capitol and the White House. He said the goal is to produce a show of force to encourage Trump to back down from his most controversial policies. “We want to make it very clear there’s going to be permanent, sustained, massive mobilization all throughout the Trump presidency,’’ said Walter Smolarek, who is organizing buses of protesters from Philadelphia. “They’ll make the calculation that it won’t be worth it to pursue these types of policies.’’ Smolarek’s group, Answer Coalition, is one of dozens organizing protests — first on inauguration day tomorrow, followed by larger demonstrations Saturday for a women’s march that could draw a larger crowd than the inauguration itself.

More buses are coming for protests than for the president-elect. A municipal committee revealed last week that 393 buses had requested parking permits from Washington city hall for inauguration day. That’s compared with 1,200 for the next-day women’s march. Compare that to Barack Obama’s last inauguration: the city said 900 bus permits were requested at the same time four years ago. Other metrics point to a modest turnout: Hotel rooms were still available this week. Inauguration tickets were still being offered online. One performer after another pulled out of the event. None of that has sapped Trump’s inexhaustible supply of self-promotional cheer. “People are pouring into Washington in record numbers,’’ the president-elect tweeted this week. George W. Bush arrived in the White House with a 62 per approval rating, according to Gallup pollsters. Bill Clinton began at 66 per cent. Obama was at 78 per cent. Trump totes a 40 per cent support score and a 55 per cent disapproval rating as the only president in the history of modern polling with negative approval ratings while making that journey down Pennsylvania Avenue on inauguration day.

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iona Clare knows it’s not easy cutting down on screen time in this day and age. But combatting that “addiction,” the outreach co-ordinator with Literacy in Kamloops (LInk) said, is easier with a bit of distraction. “It’s not to say, ‘turn it off’ and not offer an alternative,” Clare said. Interior Savings Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week

begins on Saturday and runs through Jan. 28, offering people of all

ages the opportunity to turn off the television, tablet, video console — whichever the technology of choice — to share in learning. The week showcases activities throughout the city and centres around national Family Literacy Day on Jan. 27. Clare said the goal isn’t to completely shut off technology, but instead, to balance screen and family time. She said technology is “part of our lives.” “It’s not anti-technology,” she said. “It’s finding healthy balance.”

That takes effort on behalf of parents, Clare said, but family activities can vary from something active, like strapping on blades and participating in a public skate, to something as basic as putting down the phone while eating dinner together. “That’s often a really good time for family conversation,” Clare said. This year, more than 5,500 students across SD73 are challenging themselves to reduce recreational screen time.

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Asked for advice for parents struggling to pull kids away from screens, Clare said establishing habits early is important. “When kids are young, it’s easier to have some guidelines in place,” she said. Beyond prohibiting phones during mealtimes, she recommends limiting screen time to one hour a day and putting phones in a designated location in the house to charge, so they’re not going into bedrooms to be used for an indeterminate amount of time.

“There’s so much research happening about the effects of screen time on child development,” Clare said. “It’s not just on development, it’s about family relationships.” She said kids and adults alike who unplug report more laughter and conversation, and improved social emotional health. “When they do, they actually have so much fun,” Clare said. “That’s always the feedback we get.” Guest speaker and New York City author

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Lenore Skenazy will also be featured during Literacy Week to discuss “free-range parenting.” Skenazy rose to fame after allowing her nine-year-old son to ride the subway in New York alone. She was labelled “America’s Worst Mom” and has since used the fame to discuss “how we got so afraid for our kids.” On Jan. 26, she will be speaking at the Henry Grube Centre at noon and Sandman Centre at 6:30 p.m. See ‘UNPLUG,’ A14

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COMMUNITY ENTERTAINMENT Left to right: Kamloops Honda GM Jim Oakley, Literacy in Kamloops literacy co-ordinator Fiona Clare and the Cat in the Hat collect books during Heap the Honda, which collects reading materials for the Bright Red Bookshelf program. New or gently used children’s books can be dropped off at Kamloops Honda, both library locations and Henry Grube Education Centre through Jan. 28. In the past seven years, more than 75,000 books have been donated.

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The 11th annual Unplug and Play literacy event starts on Saturday with ABC Family Literacy Day at the Henry Grube Education Centre, 245 Kitchener Cres. It is hosted by partners of Kamloops Early Language and Literacy Initiative and features free “Under the Sea” themed activities and stories. Each child will receive a book from the Heap the Honda book drive, which continues through Jan. 28. Saturday’s festivities run from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Other events during the week include:

SATURDAY

• Free public skate, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Valleyview arena, 353 Highland Rd. • The Art of Felting (for those 12 and older), 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Kamloops Museum and Archives, 207 Seymour St. Register by calling 250-8283576.

SUNDAY

• Family floorball, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tournament Capital Centre Fieldhouse courts, 910 McGill Rd. • Family storytime, 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Kamloops Library, 465 Victoria St. • Free public swim, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Kamloops YMCAYWCA, 400 Battle St.

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• XploreSportz activity, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., (continues to Thursday), John Tod

Centre, 150 Wood St. • Tiny Tunes for newborns to age 5, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Lego club, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 693 Tranquille Rd. • Generation Z (ages 13 to 18), 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Kamloops Art Gallery studios, 465 Victoria St.

JAN. 24

• Active Tots-Move Your Body, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tournament Capital Centre Fieldhouse courts, 910 McGill Rd. (also on Jan. 26). • Seniors tea (ages 60 and older) 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 693 Tranquille Rd. Register by calling 250-554-1124 (also on Jan. 28). • Ladies afternoon drawing club for those ages 16 and older, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Kamloops Art Gallery studios, 465 Victoria St.

JAN. 25

• Art and Coffee Klatch, 10 a.m. to noon, Kamloops Art Gallery studios, 465 Victoria St. • Explore the Kamloops Museum and Archives, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 207 Seymour St. • Stretch, Read and Relax for newborn to age five, 3:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., John Tod Early Years Centre, 150 Wood St. • Logograph for ages 12 to 24, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Kamloops Art Gallery studios, 465 Victoria St. • Mannequin Challenge for ages 13 to 18, 4 p.m., John

Tod Centre BGCK Youth Room, 150 Wood St. • Teen Take Apart Night, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 693 Tranquille Rd.

JAN. 26

• Family Storytime/ Baby and Me, 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Kamloops Art Gallery studios, 465 Victoria St.

JAN. 27

• #Readfor15TNRD, midnight to noon, read for 15 minutes and report to your library, Happy 150th Birthday Canada, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., North Kamloops Library, 693 Tranquille Rd. • Family games night, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., John Tod Centre Boys and Girls Club, 150 Wood St. Register at 250-554-5437. • Rhythm Fun with Drums, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Lansdowne Village, 204-450 Lansdowne St. Register at 250-318-0963.

JAN. 28

• Science stories and activities, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Big Little Science Centre, 655 Holt St. • Glow in the Dark art with Ken Farrar, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St. • Abstract photography, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St. Register at 778-257-4827. • Around the World With Music, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Register at 250-574-5437.

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The city has recently been surveying an area in Brocklehurst, where construction is set to begin next month to replace a sewer gravity main that has deteriorated since it was first installed in the 1950s.

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A: The city is about to begin replacing the sewer gravity main between Aviation Way and Crestline Street, which serves more than half of Kamloops residents. Surveying is underway and a notice to residents and businesses will be issued next week, with construction set to begin next month. Sewage from the North Shore is transported via a pipe to

the pump station at Aviation Way. From there, it is pumped across the river to the sewage treatment plant. “The pipe that carries all of that to the pump station is deteriorating,” said Kristen Rodrigue, City of Kamloops senior communications and community engagement advisor. The gravity main was put in place in the 1950s and, over time, sewer gases have slowly

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EV charging station up again It took months, but BC Hydro says its latest round of repairs appears to have finally resolved the issues with a fastcharging station at the Tournament Capital Centre. A BC Hydro spokesman said the charger was able to successfully power a City of Kamloops-owned Nissan leaf after repairs to the machine Monday. The Crown corporation had struggled to get the station functional since last fall and last month

BC Hydro says it has fixed the fast-charging station at the Tournament Capital Centre.

replaced the equipment with a rebuilt model previously in use in Nanaimo. But that unit was still failing to charge

cars within the 30- to 60-minute window advertised. BC Hydro said it is looking at replacing the fast-charger, which

is first-generation technology, with a newer model at some point in the future. The charging station at the TCC can power up a 100 per cent electric vehicle in as little as 30 minutes. Other stations in the city have a two- to three-hour charging time, though they have the advantage of being compatible with hybrid vehicles. The city provides land and routine maintenance but repairing the charger is the responsibility of BC Hydro.

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ibility preventing this ice-cold lake from supporting much life. Plants can’t grow in the dark and fish must be able to see food in order to find it. However, some freshwater shrimp and small fish called sculpins have managed to eke out a living. They

are a food source to brook and rainbow trout and Dolly Varden char. Parking (included in the cost of a park pass) is available at the public park near the trailhead where a 5.3-kilometre trail circling the lake is located. Visitors wanting to extend their adventure can take the short 800metre trail to Hamilton Falls or continue to the steep 5.5-kilometre trail to Hamilton Lake. Other trails that veer off include Emerald Basin at 2.1 kilometres, Yoho Pass at 7.3 kilometres and Yoho Lake at eight kilometres.

The vegetation surrounding the lake is stunning. Moist, shady enclaves make it one of the best places to spot a variety of tiny, fragile wild orchids that survive only in finely balanced conditions. Pay close attention and you may be rewarded with a yellow lady slipper, spotted orchid or calypso sighting. When you reach the end of the lake, you will pass through a flat area where a delta was formed feeding glacier water into the lake. While rocks, gravel and heavier materials

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BOSTON — Imagine you’re behind the wheel when your brakes fail. As you speed toward a crowded crosswalk, you’re confronted with an impossible choice: veer right and mow down a large group of elderly people, or veer left into a woman pushing a stroller. Now imagine you’re riding in the back of a selfdriving car. How would it decide? Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are asking people worldwide how they think a robot car should handle such life-or-death decisions. Their goal is not just for better algorithms and ethical tenets to guide autonomous vehicles, but to understand what it will take for society to accept the vehicles and use them. Their findings present a dilemma for car makers and governments eager to introduce self-driving vehicles on the promise that they’ll be safer than human-controlled cars. People prefer a self-driving car to act in the greater good, sacrificing its passenger if it can save a crowd of pedestrians. They just don’t want to get into that car. “There is a real risk that if we don’t understand those psychological barriers and address them through regulation and public out-

A row of Google self-driving cars are lined up outside the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, Calif., in 2014. As such vehicles become more commonplace, moral issues might arise.

reach, we may undermine the entire enterprise,’’ said Iyad Rahwan, an associate professor at the MIT Media Lab. “People will say they’re not comfortable with this. It would stifle what I think will be a very good thing for humanity.’’ After publishing research last year surveying U.S.

residents, Rahwan and colleagues at the University of Toulouse in France and the University of California, Irvine, are now expanding their surveys and looking at how responses vary in different countries. They are also using a website created by MIT researchers called the Moral

Machine, which allows people to play the role of judging who lives or dies. A jaywalking person or several dogs riding in the driverless car? A pregnant woman or a homeless man? Preliminary, unpublished research based on millions of responses from more than 160 countries shows

broad differences between East and West. More prominent in the United States and Europe are judgments that reflect the utilitarian principle of minimizing total harm over all else, Rahwan said. The thought experiment is familiar to ethicists, who have grappled with such

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Just five miles from MIT’s Media Lab in Cambridge, the first selfdriving car to roll out on Massachusetts public roads began testing this month in Boston’s Seaport District. “We approach the problem from a bit more of a practical, engineering perspective,’’ said NuTonomy CEO Karl Iagnemma,

whose Cambridge-based company has also piloted self-driving taxis in Singapore. Iagnemma said the study’s moral dilemmas are “vanishingly rare.’’ Designing a safe vehicle, not a “sophisticated ethical creature,’’ is the focus of his engineering team as they tweak the software that guides their electric Renault Zoe past snow-

banks on Boston streets. “When a driverless car looks out on the world, it’s not able to distinguish the age of a pedestrian or the number of occupants in a car,’’ Iagnemma said. “Even if we wanted to imbue an autonomous vehicle with an ethical engine, we don’t have the technical capability today to do so.’’ Focusing too much on the stark “trolley prob-

lem’’ risks marginalizing the study of how best to address self-driving ethics, said Noah Goodall, a scientist at the Virginia Transportation Research Council. Engineers already program cars to make moral choices, such as when they slow down and leave space after detecting a bicyclist. “All these cars do risk management. It just doesn’t

look like a trolley problem,’’ Goodall said. Rahwan agrees with self-driving enthusiasts that freeing vehicles from human error could save many lives. But he worries that progress could be stalled without a new social compact that addresses moral trade-offs. Current traffic laws and human behavioural norms

have created “trust that this entire system functions in a way that works in our interests, which is why we’re willing to fit into large pieces of metal moving at high speeds,’’ Rahwan said. “The problem with the new system it has a very distinctive feature: algorithms are making decisions that have very important consequences on human life,’’ he said.

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van Mutrie has visited a dark chasm where reasons to live are hard to find. Now, about twoand-a-half years removed from contracting a rare virus that left him paralyzed from the neck down, there are some days when the 22-year-old Valleyview secondary graduate slips back into that crevasse. “It feels like your life is over, really,” said Evan, lying in bed, speaking in a raspy voice and breathing through a ventilator. “It’s just a rollercoaster all the time. It’s mostly a lot of frustration. I just don’t want to do it. It gets old really fast. It feels like I’ve got better things I could be doing. “I feel like a burden to some people. It just pisses you off and makes you feel like you can’t do anything.” But increasingly piercing through the haze are rays of hope, small blessings or moments of inspiration, tangible reasons to keep pushing forward. “Now, I’m finally in a house,” Evan said. “That’s probably the biggest change. I get to be in charge of my life. It’s not like I’m being cared for any more, like I’m a patient. I can actually live in a wheelchair and be a human being. It’s just in a different way.” Evan visited with KTW in his ground-floor apartment on the North Shore in an Elizabeth Fry Society building where care workers look after him around the clock. After spending more than two years living in hospitals, care homes, seniors’ homes and rehab centres, it is hard to exaggerate how much it means for Evan to have his own staff at a fixed address, where visitors are welcome. “There’s a lot of people that drift away from you when things

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like this happen,” said Evan, who gets outside once or twice a week. “It can be weird, mostly because a lot of people just don’t know how to act around you. Now that I can talk, it’s different. I can talk about whatever my friends and I used to talk about. Before that, it was hard. People just stood here and looked at me and held my hand.” Unable to speak for about six months after Enterovirus D68 rendered him quadriplegic, Evan was 100 per cent intact mentally and

cognitively, but unable to communicate, except through blinks. He was trapped inside his own body. Evan can remember everything before doctors put him under at Royal Inland Hospital, just a few days after he began to lose feeling in his right arm, numbness that kept him from playing for his Kamloops Broncos against Langley in B.C. Football Conference play on Aug. 31, 2014. “When I woke up, I was in

Vancouver. I couldn’t move,” Evan said. “There were tubes everywhere. I didn’t know what was going on. It was complete confusion. I had bunch of questions, but I couldn’t speak to anybody. I couldn’t have them answered. I was paralyzed. Why?” The answers came. They were devastating. “There is no point in asking, ‘Why me?’” Evan said. “I breathed in a virus. There’s no reason at all.” He is able to wiggle his fingers

and toes on his left side and flex his pectoral muscles, but those improvements leave him nowhere near walking again. “Doctors haven’t talked to me in over a year and it feels like they’ve just left me on my own,” said Evan, who is looking online into studies on nerve regeneration, staying in tune with scientific advancements from which he may benefit. “I don’t always have good days. But there are a lot of people that step up and show you who they really are,” Evan continued. “It shows that they are my real friends, if they want to come see me now. It doesn’t matter if I can run around and what not. They see me as a person and as the friend I used to be. “And my parents take care of me differently than everyone else. Their care is just full of love.” Peter Mutrie is Evan’s dad. “As a family, we’ve all kind of come to the realization that this is the new norm, somehow,” Peter said. “There’s all the initial shock and denial, and then you go through the sadness and the anger, and all these different stages, and the final stage is some kind of acceptance or creative coping. It’s about a five-year cycle. We’re not at the end stage yet.” The Mutries are forever grateful for community support, coming most recently in the announcement from Kamloops Storm general manager Barry Dewar that ticket-sales proceeds from the junior B hockey club’s game against 100 Mile House on Jan. 27 will be given to the family. “I appreciate it a lot and I think it shows how many people care and actually give a shit about me,” Evan said. “It kind of makes you feel like you’re not alone. There’s other people that want to help, even if they can’t. That kind of moral support is big to keep your spirits up.” See MUTRIE, A23

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Calgary, AB (Centennial High School) 5’10” • Setter 1st Year (Science) • 17 Years Old Abby committed to the WolfPack in October 2015. She played club volleyball for the 403 selects where she was team MVP in U-16, and was a redshirt for Team Alberta in U-17. Abby’s older sister Rhyan is her biggest inﬂuence. Abbey had severe juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at age two and didn’t think she could play sports but thanks to medical breakthroughs, she is in remission. Two of Abby’s aunts played post-secondary volleyball, and her grandfather was the MVP of the NCAA Frozen Four and the NCAA in the 1950’s. If she could dine with a celebrity it would be either actresses Sandra Bullock or Kristen Wigg. Wigg is her favorite actress while Robert Downey Jr is her favorite actor. If Abbey could have a superpower it would be the ability to teleport. If she could appear in a reality show it would be “Wipeout” because she thinks it would be a blast and hilarious. Coach Grimm says: “As an incoming freshman Abby will be expected to compete for the starting setting position. Her athleticism and the work she has put in the gym will give her a chance to see the court in her rookie season.”

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Conquering Quesnel It was a golden weekend for the peewee tier 2 Kamloops Junior Blazers at a tournament in Quesnel. Kamloops hammered host Terrace 10-0 in the championship game to claim gold after posting a 3-0 record in round-robin play and knocking off Prince George 4-1 in a semifinal tilt.

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The atom C Kamloops Junior Blazers had a weekend to remember. Kamloops blanked the league-leading, previously undefeated Princeton Posse 1-0 on Saturday at Brock Arena, with Kaiden Goddard posting the shutout. The Blazers were down 5-1 to the Merritt Centennials on Sunday, but scored five straight goals to win 6-5 at Memorial Arena. Goddard and Owen Routhier split time between the pipes. Notching points on the weekend for Kamloops were Luca Cupello (2G, 2A), Noah Paulsen (2G, 1A), Donnie Andriashyk (1G, 1A), Kieran Milne (1G), Carson Sutherland (1G), Grady Johnson (1A) and Dawson Benson (1A).

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The Outlaws won a pair of bantam recreation games on the weekend, topping the Leprechauns 5-3 and Billionaires 7-3. Finding the scoresheet for the Outlaws on the weekend were Eric Crawford (2G, 4A), Jordan English (2G, 1A), Maxwell Hinkson (2G, 1A), Connor Kennedy (1G, 2A), Kaleb Costigan (1G, 2A), Lochlan Scholefield (1G, 1A), Max Card (1G, 1A), Emmett Kulchyski (1G,

1A) and Eric Thibault (1G). Zane Rolfsen and Matthew Yon backstopped the Outlaws. Hayden Buttazzoni (1G), Sterling Von Dehn (1G), Ethan Schanzenbach (1G), Jacob Sherlock (2A) and Michael Nolander (1A) had points for the Leprechauns, who went with Tyson Aspeslet in the crease. Harjun Serown (2G), Keegan Leblanc (1G), Colton Woitas (1A) and Tye Kitamura (1A) tallied for the Billionaires, who had Xavier Telford in net.

Crazy 8s

Team 8 earned a 10-6 victory over Team 4 in bantam recreation play on Sunday at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. Kiel Schriml (2G, 1A), Jacob Patton (2G, 1A), Tate Jones (2G), Frankie Bruno (2G), Michael Hutchison (1G, 2A), Patrick Bennett (1G) and Arjan Brar (2A) had points for Team 8, which went with Zach Kohorst and Rebekah Schmutz between the pipes.

Brady Pawlachuk (3G), Stuart Hollander (1G), Ethan Schanzenbach (1G), Hayden Buttazzoni (1G) and Jacob Sherlock (2A) tallied points for Team 4, with Tyson Aspeslet in the crease.

Coming out even

The bantam recreation Scotiabank Kamloops Chiefs posted a 2-2 record in Vernon at the Stix Classic Tournament, which wrapped up on Sunday. Kamloops earned victories over the Vernon Cougars, 5-0, and West Kelowna Warriors, 5-3, but lost 8-6 to the Penticton Vets and 4-3 to the Chilliwack Bruins. Recording points on the weekend for Kamloops were Michael Dagasso (5G, 4A), Kaedyn Bert (4G, 4A), Will Davis-Arnold (3G, 2A), Jacob Haines (2G, 3A), Bryton Jahn (2G, 2A), Jackson Schuler (1G, 1A), Kila Pigeon (1G, 1A), Douglas Pryor (1G), Corbin Guenther (2A), Mathias Woehle (2A), Basil Robbins (1A) and Blake Jahnke (1A).

Alpine Classic to get makeover The Telus Nancy Greene Alpine Classic will return to Sun Peaks Resort with a new course and format on Feb. 24 and Feb. 25. Straying from the traditional dual-slalom format, the new skierand boarder-cross course will feature berms, rollers and turns.

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Mutrie mulling football future; Broncos willing to help From A21

From the void of a football career on the field, with that dream almost certainly dashed, is emerging at least some semblance of a creative-coping tool that may ignite new passion and purpose. Evan began watching film for the Broncos last season, scouting future opponents for head coach Brad Yamaoka, and the former gym rat is dialling up workout plans for former teammates. “Walking into his room the first time, it was difficult,” Yamaoka said. “He had a lot of life in him and was able to do things on the football field, and then you go see him and he’s in a wheelchair. It was tough. “But he’s a very strong individual and he’s fighting through it day by day. He can definitely make a mark

said. “It’s not such a big shock anymore. It’s just easier to carry on.”

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Vikes earn silver

The Valleyview Vikings placed second at the ninth annual Bob Carkner Memorial Classic senior girlsâ€™ basketball tournament in Richmond on the weekend. Grade 12 Vike Katie Smoluk was named player of the game in the championship final, a loss to McMath secondary of Richmond. Smoluk was named a tournament allstar, along with Laura Shouldice. Shouldice and Sam Thom also earned player-of-thegame honours earlier in the tourney.

Ridge Runners

The Kamloops Ridge Runners selected runners of the year for 2016 and the 2017 executive committee at their annual general meeting on Sunday. Francois Raath was named male runner of the year and Katie Little earned the Female Runner of the Year Award. Sherry Maligaspe was named volunteer of the year. The 2017 executive committee: Phil Hiom, president; John Shepherd, vice-president; Ryan Pidhirniak, treasurer; Jennifer Thibault, secretary; Raath, membership; Amanda Lavigne, social co-ordinator; and Brian Malerby, webmaster. Race directors will be Jessie Lavigne for the Spring Run Off 10K and Chris Larouche for the Blackwell Dairy 15K.

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Canadian Olympic Committee commits to analytics DONNA SPENCER

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The Canadian Olympic Committee is teaming with a big data company to ramp up analytics for athletes. The COC has announced an eightyear, cash-and-services sponsorship deal with SAS, an analytics software company whose clients include banks, hotels, universities and casinos. The company’s sports division has worked with the Los Angeles Kings, Orlando Magic and New York Mets as well as Major League Soccer. The pro teams often want data on seasonticket holder retention and fan experience enhancement. Athlete performance will be SAS’s primary work for the COC. “Our initial focus

will be on what we call player analytics,’’ SAS president Cameron Dow told The Canadian Press from Toronto. “It’s a lot more than a marketing partnership. It was more around how could we actually work with the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Olympic team to actually make a difference and drive results?’’ Canada’s Olympic team used advanced data analysis for the first time in last year’s Summer Olympics in Rio. SAS is expanding on previous analytics work done by the Canadian Tire’s credit-

risk and consumer behaviour assessors for Own The Podium. Canadian Tire is a sponsor of Canada’s Olympic team. A group of the company’s financial analysts concentrated on swimming, rowing, cycling and track and field in projecting the times it would take to stand on the podium in Rio in those sports. “The work that’s going on is fine, but how do we really ramp up the horsepower?’’ COC chief executive officer Chris Overholt said. “The deal that we’ve done with SAS will layer into the work that the folks at Canadian Tire have already done. “When you get started with an analytics company like SAS, one of the first things they ask you is ‘What kind of data points do you have that we can start to build from?’

“The great news here is the work that’s been done already will provide seminal data for the work we’re about to undertake with SAS.’’ Canada won 22 medals in Rio — four gold, three silver and 15 bronze — to match its best performance at a non-boycotted Summer Games. The Canadian Tire group — which went 8-for-12 in its medal predictions for Rio — has built projection models for the 2018 Winter Games in the sports of luge, figure skating, freestyle skiing, speedskating, bobsleigh and skeleton. The head of Own The Podium says those models will be in use next year in Pyeongchang, South Korea. “We’re not dismantling the work we’re doing with

Canadian Tire,’’ OTP chief executive officer Anne Merklinger said. “The SAS partnership will build on that and expand it to other sports that we’re not currently involved with. “The new announcement doesn’t replace what we’re doing with Canadian Tire. It just complements it

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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

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Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries. Call 250-374-0462 for more information. Seeking Onsite Assistant Resident Caretaker for 70 unit complex focused on safe, affordable housing. The successful proponent should be familiar with the Residential Tenancy Act and able to perform a variety of administrative and caretaker duties. Janitorial and basic maintenance tasks include sweeping, mopping, basic plumbing repair and unplugging drains, general cleaning around the building and garbage area, yard work and keeping the sidewalks free of leaves and snow. Must be familiar with unit prep, which would include cleaning, minor repairs and painting. Administrative tasks would include maintaining a daily log, rent collection, bank runs, showing and renting suites and contractor supervision. A minimum of 3 years cleaning and maintenance experience plus the ability to lift 25 kilograms needed. The successful proponent should be upbeat, friendly and have a familiarity with computers. The position is a permanent, part-time livein position. Must be bondable and provide CRC. Please send resume to: Box #1459 c/o Kamloops This Week, 1365-B Dalhousie Dr., Kamloops, B.C. V2C 5P6.

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Employment Medical/Dental Experienced Dental Receptionist. Busy cosmetic dental practice is looking for an experienced dental receptionist for a full time position, Monday to Thursday starting January 30, 2017. Please fax your resumes to 250-374-4622 or email to: manager@artdentistry.com

Sales ADVERTISING Consultants: Our company is always looking for great sales representatives to add to our team. Our business requires a highly organized individual with ability to multi-task in a fun, fastpaced team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are required. Excellent communication skills, valid driverâ€™s license and reliable vehicle are necessary. If you have a passion for the advertising business, are creative and thrive on challenges, we want to hear from you. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to:khall@aberdeenpublishing.com We thank all applicants; only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Work Wanted Experienced cleaning lady looking for work. References available. (250) 852-2131 HOME & YARD HANDYMAN If you need it done, Give us a call ! Steve 250-320-7774. Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /OfďŹ ce Worker/Tutor Detail oriented, organized, problem-solver, extremely computer literate. Strong proofreading, editing, technical writing, public speaking skills. Can teach practically anything I know. IT work preferred but any job using problem-solving skills could be a good match. Gene Wirchenko 250-8281474. genew@telus.net

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1939 Winchester Mod 94 30:30. $1,000. 1958 BRNO .22 target quality. $500. Both exec cond. 250-372-5489.

Affordable Independent secure living in North Shore 55+ bldg. Close to all amenities. Spacious 2bdrm, 1.5 baths, 5appl. $259,900. 250-3769378, 250-376-6637.

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

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Dr. Freeze $200 for measured cord. Dry fir. (250)540-7205 Richard

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Fir Firewood split or rounds delivered. Measured cords. 250-277-4477.

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Furniture 5 drawer desk. $50. Office chair. $15. Dresser w/mirror. $50. 250- 554-9981. 8ft Antique Couch $1200. Antique Settee or Loveseat one of a kind $900. Round dining room table w/4-chairs & 2 bar stools. $800. Couch & matching chairs $250. 250-3741541. As New Teak Table 43x75 Ex 48”, 8-chairs, sideboard/ $4,000/all. Casting Table 10x24. $100. 3-drawer Tool Stand. $60. 8x12 Wool Rug. $200. 3-drawer Wood Cab 18x22. $25. 250-851-7687. Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $900. 250-374-8933. Gibbard Queen size 4 poster bed paid $2000 asking $400 2sm antique armchairs $600, wool area rug 9x7 $400 (778) 471-8627 Kitchen table w/leaf and 6 chairs, brown in colour. $350/obo. 250-682-5188.

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Misc. for Sale 2 Person Portable infrared sauna made of hemlock. $750/obo. 250-554-2514.

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1bdrm Bach North Shore $600/mo. incl util, n/s, n/p 250376-0716 / 250-320-8146.

Bachelor Suite $845 per month 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Adult Oriented No Pets Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry $845-$1,150 per month North Shore 250-376-1427 South Shore 250-314-1135

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North Shore. 2brm apt. Newly renovated. Lndry in bldg. N/S, N/P. $925/mo. 250-851-9310, 250-682-2761.

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2009 Pontiac Vibe GT AWD. 110,000kms. - 90% Hwy Kms. New windshield. Remote start, 4 studded winters on rims. Like new interior. $9,500. 250-981-1272.

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Antiques / Classics Duplex / 4 Plex

1965 Mercury 4dr., hardtop. 55,000 miles. 390-330HP. $4,000. 250-574-3794.

1982 Mercedes 300 SD TD. 2 owners, original and documented. 242,000km no drips. Show car quality. Asking $6000. 250-312-3525 before 8pm

Recreation

250-371-4949 2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $16,900. (778) 468-5019.

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

2013 Keystone Fusion Toy Hauler slps 9, 41ft 12ft garage asking $69,000 250-374-4723

Cars - Domestic 1988 Chrysler Fifth Avenue. 150,000kms. No dents or rust. $1500. 778-470-0121.

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

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Kubota AV2500 Generator. Kubota AV2500 Oil Watch. $595. 250-374-1988 Lemond RevMaster Spin Bike. Model 15300-7. $750. Like New. 250-372-8406. MISC4Sale: Oak Table Chairs-$400, 1-Standard 8ft truck canopies $300/ea Call 250-320-5194 after 6pm or leave msg. Pair of snowshoes for sale. $30/obo. 250-376-4884. Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477

$710- $730

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520 Battle Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2M2 Contact Jean: 250-372-0510 1Bdrm clean quiet Adult Building, Northshore apt. $750/mo, heat incl ns/p. Avail Immed. 250-554-0175.

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2002 Dakota Quadcab 4x4, V-8 Auto, tow pkg, full load, handsfree stereo, box liner, 6-seater, newer rubber, exhaust, shocks and brakes. 195,000kms. Exec. cond. $6,999. 250-319-7821

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2011 Chevy Silverado 4x4 Z71 extended cab. Loaded, canopy. 99,000kms. $24,900. 250372-9181.

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1998 Dodge Caravan. viced regularly. Runs $1,000. 250-554-7713.

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2000 Dodge Dakota. Full load. V-6. 195kms. 1-owner, canopy. Good Cond. $5,500. 3763480

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION RE: Property owned by the late Genevieve Campbell of Site 89, 2400 Oakdale Way, Kamloops, BC V2B 6W7. Take notice that pursuant to section 37(3) of the Regulation to Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Act, the landlord of the Manufactured Home Park at 2400 Oakdale Way, Kamloops, BC intends to dispose of a 1974 Valemont Manufactured Home, 12 X 68 feet, and its contents, (“the Property”) located in the Oakdale Mobile Home Park, Kamloops, BC 30 days after the publication date of this notice, unless: You establish a legal right to possession of the Property, or You make an application to the Supreme Court to establish such a right. After the expiration of the 30 day period, the Property will be disposed of with no further notice to you. Landlord: David Jacobson, 810 Jacobson Drive, Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M2, phone 250-392-3515.

Garage

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22nd. 825 Woodhaven Dr. Beds, maple dining set/hutch, couches, BBQ, oriental rug etc. Everything Must Go. Drop by or call am or pm. 250-3761846 or 250-318-0658.

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2009 Pontiac GT5. 106,000kms. Good cond. N/S. $6,800/obo. 236-425-3301. 2009 Subaru Impreza. 4dr., 5spd, one owner. 69,000kms. $15,500. 250-318-6851. Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $6900.00 obo 250-554-0580

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

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1998 Toyota Tacoma Truck. 150,000km on new motor. Runs great, exec cond, no rust. Boat loader not included. $6,900 250-374-1988.

Homes for Rent

North Shore $400 per/mo includes utilities. np/ns. 250554-6877 / 250-377-1020.

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

1996 Chevrolet C/K 2500 HD 3/4 ton Truck. Good condition. $9,900. 250-374-1988

1/2 duplex quiet NKam. 2bdrms up/1-down. Cls to all amenities. N/S/N/P. Jan 1st. $1200 + Util. 250-376-3773.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Alma Beryl Davies

February 27, 1924 – January 13, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our precious and loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. Mom passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 13, 2017 at the Gemstone Care Centre after a long struggle with dementia. Mom was born on February 27, 1924 in Saltcoats, Saskatchewan, the eldest child of Gerald and Olive Clark and raised during the depression years in Bangor, Saskatchewan. Mom was a wonderful pianist and was able to make extra money in her teens by playing the piano in a dance band at community hall dances in and around the Bangor area. Mom cherished her years growing up in rural Saskatchewan and held on to many pleasant memories that she often shared with both her family and friends. Mom moved to North Kamloops with her parents, brother and two sisters in 1943 and soon found employment at the old Stephens Meat Market on West Victoria Street and later on at the TB Sanatorium at Tranquille. Mom’s passion for music very quickly found herself playing the piano on weekends in a small dance band that played in and around Kamloops. Mom married our father Davie in September 1943, who also moved out to BC from Saskatchewan. Mom said many times over that when she first arrived in North Kamloops, she sought out the best place where she knew she could find friendship and support and quickly became deeply involved with St. George’s Anglican Church. Mom was the Sunday school Superintendent at St. George’s for 20 years and served terms as the people’s Warden and Rector’s Warden as well as being an elected delegate to the Anglican Synod on two occasions. Mom also served as the Diocesan Executive representing St. George’s Parish from 1986 to 1988. Mom was a long time member of the Alter Guild where she served as President for one year and was a regular member of the St. George’s Senior Choir for many years where she sang alongside our father. Mom also sang in the Bel Canto Choir for a number of years under the direction of the late Arthur Lewis. Mom took over the St. George’s Church Kindergarten in 1961 and taught until 1972 until the program was transferred into regular school system where she carried on teaching in a substitute role. Mom attended UBC during the summer of 1965 taking courses in Early Childhood Development that she accomplished with ease despite after having been away from school for some 35 years. In 1989, Mom was presented with the Bishop’s Cross by the late Anglican Bishop Snowden for her hard work and dedication to St. George Anglican Church that was a real highlight of her life. Mom was also an eager volunteer and was an active member of the North Kamloops Volunteer Fire Department Women Auxiliary , North Kamloops Elementary School PTA and North

Kamloops High School Band Auxiliary as well as being a member of the Kamloops Welsh Society. Mom was the ultimate hostess and will be remembered for the pleasure she took in welcoming friends and family into her home who she always greeted with a smile and good down to earth humorous conversation. Mom was very proud of her Welsh heritage and in 1978 she and Dad traveled to Wales where they were able to meet many of our Welsh relatives. Sadly Mom became afflicted with dementia after our father passed away in 2000, however, despite this disability; she fought hard to maintain her dignity and cheerfulness. Mom was truly a remarkable woman and mother to be proud of and we now treasure knowing that she is now with the love of her life. Mom is survived by her son David (Donna) of St. Albert, Alberta and son Donald (June-Ann) of Kamloops, BC. She is also survived by her grandson Ryan (Vanessa) Davies of Southey, Saskatchewan, granddaughter Erin (Lloyd) Madge of Lethbridge, Alberta, grandson Chris (Angela) Davies of Calgary, Alberta and grandsons Lanie Giesbrecht and Bradley Davies of Edmonton, Alberta. Mom is also survived by nine great-grandchildren as well as her brother Bud (Iris) Clark of Salmon Arm, BC and her sister Norma Nelson of Barriere, BC. Mom was predeceased by her husband Davie in 2000 and our sister Gwyneth in 2010, her sister Pearl McLeod in 1997, brother Patrick in 1938 and brother-in-law Bill Nelson in 2015. Our family would like to give special thanks to Mom’s nieces, Dianne Nelson (Wayne Johnson) and Carol Nelson who, for over 10 years, provided a warm and loving home and the utmost of care for Mom while she struggled with her dementia. Mom was truly fortunate in having these two loving and caring nieces. The family would like to thank Dr. Wynne and the kind and caring staff at the Gemstone Care Home who provided care and compassion, in a place that Mom often described as a beautiful hotel. A life well lived Mom now you can rest in peace. A Family Memorial Service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mom’s memory to the Alzheimer Society of BC or a charity of your choice.

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Gladys “Rae” Eckford It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ms. Gladys “Rae” Eckford on Thursday, January 12, 2017 from Jackson House Residential Care in Ashcroft at the age of 93 years. Rae was born on September 7, 1923 in Vermilion, Alberta to parents William James Eckford and Hester Mae Eckford (nee Branham). She graduated from Vermilion High School in 1941 and moved on to attend The University of British Columbia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in 1950. She married Donald Alexander Baird on May 6, 1950 in Vancouver and worked as a teacher in both West Vancouver and Burnaby. Rae went back to school one more time in 1981 and received her Applied Nutritional Science Diploma. Rae served the RCAF, becoming a Flying Officer in the early ‘60’s, and was the oldest female veteran residing in Ashcroft. She was involved in writing and producing the RCAF report for radio across Canada, as well as writing articles for the Ashcroft Journal on behalf of the museum. She was a member of the Motor Sports Club of Ottawa starting in 1963. She was fond of animals, especially birds and cats, and had a great love of flowers, art and history. This love of History is what lead her to working at the museum in 1986. Rae is survived by her sister Maxine in Washington, one niece and her two nephews. She was predeceased by both her parents and her younger sister Joan. No formal services will be held.

Lee Woodside (Woody) passed away on New Year’s Eve 2016, at the age of 84 after a short illness at RIH. He leaves behind numerous friends who loved him dearly. Lee was born in PEI, but lived many places, with the last being Kamloops, BC. He had quite a life and had plenty of stories, especially of his days in the navy. “Woodbug” loved fishing, camping, hunting and good times with his friends. He was a proud member of the Anavets, The Royal Canadian Legion and The Loyal Order of Moose Lodge. He proudly presented a Remembrance Day wreath each year in honour of all of his fellow veterans. Woody will always be remembered for his love of cards, joking with his friends and “Uncle Gibby.” The trailer park boys are together again. Cheers to you, “smartie!” In lieu of flowers, donations to the Loyal Order of Moose, Branch 1552, would be appreciated. A Celebration of Lee’s Life will be held at the Moose Lodge on January 28th, 2017 at 11:00 am. Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Kathleen Myrtle Davies May 25, 1921 - December 17, 2016

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It is with great sadness that we, the family of Kay Davies, announce her peaceful passing at her home in Pinegrove Care Center in Kamloops, BC at the age of 95. She was born in Campbell River, the eldest of three. Kay was predeceased by her husband Roger, brothers Norman and Lloyd Finnie and her grandson Lyle Davies. Kay and Roger lived and worked in the warm and sunny states, retiring in Nevada and Arizona before returning home to BC in 1992. She enjoyed socializing and keeping busy! Kay loved a good rodeo,casino or anywhere the music was playing. Kay, a two time cancer survivor, proudly volunteered in different capacities for the BC Cancer Society. More recently Kay enjoyed her volunteer responsibilities at Pinegrove Lodge. Kay was a very kind, loving and generous soul. She had a great sense of humor, sharp wit and the biggest heart for all living things. Kay will be sadly missed by her son Gary Davies (Sandra) of Langley and granddaughter Vicky Tarcon (Crystal) of Boston Bar. Kay will be fondly remembered by several nieces, nephews and cousins, and by many friends in both B.C. and Arizona and her very special friends Wendy and Nada. Special thanks to Dr. Mavis Hollman and all the management and staff at Pinegrove for the exceptional friendship and care Kay received. No formal service by request. Donations to the BC SPCA in Kay’s memory would be most appreciated. Condolences may be left for the family at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial, Kamloops 250-554-242

Patricia Vickers Patricia Vickers of Kamloops passed away on December 3, 2016 at 89 years of age. Patricia is survived by her loving children Steve (Melodie) of Kamloops, Susan (Gary) of Chilliwack, grandchildren Sean, Samantha, Monique, Robin, Brandon, Adam, Heather and Melissa, five greatgrandchildren and one on the way. Predeceased by her husband Jack and sons Peter and David. Patricia was born in Yorkshire, England on February 12, 1927. Raised in the Military and married to Jack in December 31, 1947. The family was stationed in many countries and finally settled in Kamloops in 1967. Patricia was an avid golfer, curler and fan of many sports. She supported and drove all the children and grandchildren to their events. Special thanks to daughter-in-law Rose Vickers and the Staff at Pine Grove Care Home. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 10:00 am at ANAVETS, 177 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC. Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com 250-554-2577

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Celebration Of Life Gerald H. Vaughan April 30, 1930 December 14, 2016

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John Richard “Dick” McMaster It is with heavy hearts we said our final “good-bye’s” to John Richard “Dick” McMaster who on January 15th, 2017, was released from the constraints imposed on him by Alzheimers. He passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the Gemstone Care Centre.

October 31, 1923 - January 11, 2017

Mickey passed away peacefully at Kamloops, BC at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her parents Tom and Marie Jevne, sister Mable and brother Morris. She is survived by her three children daughter Lynda (Glen) Craig and grandchildren Doug (Tammy) Braybrook and Chris (Samantha) Braybrook, daughter Glori-Jeanne Stephenson and grandchildren Tiffany (Jasper) Stephenson, Jody Stephenson and Trevor Stephenson, and son Tom (Judy) Edwards and grandson Chase (Chelsea) Edwards.

Dick was born on August 2nd, 1931 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and moved to Burnaby, BC in 1944 where he graduated from Burnaby South High School in 1949. His mission as an educator began in 1950 at a three room school in Proctor, BC. He taught and administered over numerous schools in Burns Lake, Burnaby and Kamloops. He formally retired from teaching as the Principal of Rayleigh Elementary near Kamloops in 1987. He never did retire from educating those around him.

Mickey was born in Wetaskiwin and grew up on a farm in the Vang district just north of Wetaskiwin. She was an avid ball player and very involved in her school while growing up. During the Second World War, she moved to Vancouver for a couple years where she and her life long friend Lorna worked at the Boeing Aircraft plant. After the war, Mickey returned to Wetaskiwin and soon married Earle. With the exception of a couple years in Edmonton in the late 50’s, they settled and made their home in Wetaskiwin where they raised their three children. Mickey worked for many years and was very involved the her community. She was a long serving Alderman, a member of the hospital board, a founding member of the Canadian Legion in Wetaskiwin and an active volunteer with numerous service groups in Wetaskiwin. Most summers were spent at Pigeon Lake with family and friends creating countless memories. Following Earle’s passing, Mickey moved out to Kamloops, BC where her son and daughter-in-law resided. The family wishes to give a sincere thank you to the wonderful staff at Ridgepoint, Ponderosa Lodge and Kamloops Seniors Village. The constant care, kindness and compassion was incredible. A private family get-together will be held in Wetaskiwin this summer. Condolences may be left for the family at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com

Dick and his family acquired Surrey Lake Fishing Resort in 1971 where life’s teachings really took place. All of his children and numerous extended family and friends were schooled by the Surrey Lake experience. In the twenty years of ownership, he taught, mentored, entertained and shared his life with all those that visited. His family grew up knowing what hard work and wholesome living was all about. He was one of the founding members of the British Columbia Fishing Camp Operators Association, where he advocated for tourism and land management in the Province. He was a regional participant for Expo 86 in Vancouver. In 2011, he was the honoree for the Alzheimer’s Walk in Kamloops where his family rallied around him to raise significant funds and awareness that has continued annually. Once diagnosed, he never missed an opportunity to participate in helping to find a cure including volunteering in experimental drug trials. In 2012, he was awarded with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contribution to Canada. Dick and Gwen were fortunate to travel to many corners of the globe gathering many great memories along the way. He is predeceased by his two sisters and brother. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Gwen, his five children Doug (Nadene), Ron (Edwina), Greg (Barbara), Kathleen (Bruce) and D’Arcy (Christa), their respective families, fifteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His family would like to thank the care workers from the Ponderosa Day Care Centre and the Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Centre for their continued support and affection shown. A Celebration of Dick’s Life will be held at Cottonwood Manor, 730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops, BC on January 23, 2017 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Jean Karen Sheeley On Christmas Eve 2016, the very gentle and kind soul of Jean Sheeley, unexpectedly took flight from this physical world. She was the loving mother of Laurie (Rob Kitamura), Jen and Patrick (Stephanie Bonn) and a tremendous grandmother to Olivia and Charlie (Jen) and Ben and Joe (Laurie). Jean lost her husband Carl Sheeley two years ago after 49 years of marriage and it is hoped that she has now joined him somewhere for a long awaited reunion. Jean was born in Gretna, Manitoba and was the eldest of five siblings. She and her family moved to Penticton in 1956 where she graduated from Pen High in 1960. Despite a difficult childhood, Jean grew into an extraordinarily loving and kind hearted person. She found joy, connection and comfort in music, earning her Grade 12 in piano and developing a life long love of Elvis. Music was a part of her every day life. Jean’s biggest passion was children and she became a Kindergarten teacher after receiving her teaching certificate from Victoria College (UVIC) with the highest recommendation. When Carl and Jean met, it was love at first site. They were inseparable and after marrying, worked together in Reid Lake, BC in a one room school house. They later moved to Port Coquitlam where they started their family and then moved to Kamloops in 1975. Together Jean and Carl raised their three children almost entirely in the Westsyde community. Jean was a devoted stay at home mom for many years and was the ultimate influence of loving kindness and wisdom through her parenting. It was indeed her life’s work. As her kids grew up, Jean took a job with the Hudson’s Bay Company where she remained for 25+ years. She loved the daily interactions with all walks of this community and came to be known somewhat of an iconic figure at The Bay.

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.

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Jean’s glory years began in 2001 with the birth of her first grandchild Olivia. Jean loved babies in an intensely special way and had an innate capacity to bond with her grandchildren from their very first day through affection, song, ritual and teaching. She was the first to meet each of her grand babies and thrived on being a grandmother. Together, she and Carl were an exceptional grand-parenting tag team who devoted themselves to all four of their grand-kids. She will be deeply mourned by her four great loves and her influence and character will continue to be embodied in Olivia’s compassionate heart, Ben’s musical abilities, Charlie’s conversational skills and Joe’s sweet and gentle nature. Jean was a passionate baseball fan (go Jays!) and had a deep love for all of her family pets through the years. They brought her comfort and companionship. She enjoyed spending time at the cabin at the Shuswap, watching her family grow and thrive through the decades. Finally, because of Jean’s kind heart and ceaseless concern for others, she had deep and meaningful relationships with her friends and family. Her gift was that of connection and anyone lucky to spend 1 to 1 time or a telephone call with her will remember this about her. Jean always had an ear for anyone with a trouble and brought a warm reassurance to those to whom she listened. She will leave a void in the lives of many. Special thanks to Sheri Kupser for being a wonderfully caring, close companion during this past year. A Service will take place on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 1:00 pm at St. Paul’s Anglican Cathedral. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the local SPCA chapter in Jean’s name.

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September 16, 1929 - January 9, 2017 Beatrice Barbara Davis passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2017 at the age of 88. She is predeceased by her loving husband Matthew and brothers Henry, Harold, Harry and Herb and her parents Matilda and Fredrick Burke. She leaves behind her daughter Myrna McLane of Hazelton, BC and grandchildren Jennifer Patsey, Ronald Patsey Jnr., Cheridan Derik and Herbert Patsey, her sisters Marg Thompkins, Edith Beck (Gus), Grace Barlett and sister-in-law Dode Burke and many many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bea was born in Cedarvale, BC in 1928. She was the second oldest of eight children. In those days she worked very hard being the oldest girl, as their Mom was ill, Bea had a great deal of responsibility. She never ceased working hard. After their Mom passed, they moved to Telkwa where their Dad worked in a mine. It was in Telkwa where she met and married Matt Davis. Matt was a faller in a logging camp and Bea became the cook. They were married for 60 years. Bea was a very talented cook, gardener and craft person. She often was gifting people her treasures she created and we will cherish those now forever. Bea will be dearly missed and always loved by all. There are many broken hearts that will think of her often and forever. Thank you Bea for being the wonderful person you were and the many lessons you taught us. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Servaas Swart for his kindness and caring of Bea.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Jean Fay Orobko

Bill (William) Thomson

May 17, 1930 – January 15, 2017

Bill (William) Thomson left Saturday evening January 14, 2017 on the next step of his journey in the Circle of Life, leaving behind his broken-hearted family. He is survived by his wife of 60 1/2 years. Florence, daughters Roxanne of Kamloops, Lorraine (Wayne Abbott) of Seymour Arm and Bonnie (Orval Brockwell) of Ashton Creek. Sister Shirley (Pete) Griffiths of Victoria, Brother Bob (Linda) Thomson of Kamloops, Sister-in-Law Jessie Hoefsloot of Coldstream. Grandchildren James Michalopoulos, Gilles and Michelle (John) Gauthier and Reed Thomson-Brockwell. Great-grandchildren Lilli, Nevada and Lakasse Gauthier, Mackenzie and Deegan Falsetta. Nieces and nephews: Randy (Claudia) Thomson and Tomas in Panama; Tracy Housser - Jack and Amelie in Calgary; Ross (Tamara) -Griffiths - Amber Hunter and Chase on Vancouver Island; Kim (Mike) GriffithsAaron and Amy on Vancouver Island; Jodie (Ryan) McGill - France, Marcel and Amelia in Calgary, Scott (Penny) Vancouver Island, Glen Hoefsloot - Michaella and Kristine in Calgary; Rob and Tracy Hoefsloot - Michael, Shandell and Ashley of James River Bridge, Alberta. Foster granddaughter Sherry (Rob) Stewart - Hailey and Kailynn.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Fay Orobko at Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops, BC on January 15th, 2017 at the age of 86 years after a lengthy illness. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 67 years Walter. Jean is survived by her children Gwen (Doug) Buschau of Kamloops, Ken Orobko of Kamloops as well as one grandson Blake Laine Buschau of Sherwood Park, Alberta, two great-grandchildren and extended family. The family would like to thank all of the caregivers, nurses and staff at Ponderosa Lodge for the excellent care Jean received during her stay there. A family remembrance will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left for Jean’s family at www.firstmemorialkamloops.com Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial, Kamloops 250-554-2429.

Robin Sheppard

March 22, 1953 - January 12, 2017

Robin was born in Galt, Ontario and moved to Pointe Claire, Quebec at the age of three. Robin spent many happy years adventuring in the large open spaces surrounding his home in this Montreal suburb. Robin left home at the age of seventeen, hitchhiking his way west to Calgary. He spent a few years working at various jobs before eventually making his way to Vancouver, BC to begin work at the Bank of Montreal (BMO). Robin and Karen were married in Swan River, Manitoba on October 15, 1977 and returned to live in Vancouver, BC. While working at BMO Robin decided to try his hand at heavy duty mechanics and enrolled in Keewatin College in The Pas, MB. Robin Graduated in 1979 and was even awarded most improved student in the program! Work in this field led Robin and Karen to Kamloops, BC, however, it was here that Robin discovered that mechanics was truly not his life’s passion, causing him to pursue a different career path. Robin enjoyed many happy years working for Hartwick & Co. before striking out on his own. Robin loved his work! One of his favourite sayings was ‘find a job you love and you’ll never work again’. He spent many happy hours in his office. In 1980 and 1982, the Sheppards welcomed son Luke and daughter Jana to the family. Family life now took on a whole new meaning. Robin lived a life of service and served on many boards over the years. After his diagnosis, Robin was saddened to leave his position as

Bill was born in Princeton, BC. He was fortunate in that he grew up in the company mining town of Copper Mountain (just outside of Princeton) where his father worked and built their family home from logs cut on site - quite an accomplishment! This small close-knit community had its own store, community hall with library, outdoor skating rink and elementary school. Bill attended this elementary school and high school in Princeton, where he graduated from grade 12 in 1953. He worked for 2 summers on the Forest Service Fire Suppression Crew and in 1954 hired on with the Marking Crew in Kamloops. This was the beginning of his 35 years with the B.C. Forest Service - a job that he loved. He met his future wife here - Florence Baker, who also worked for the Forest Service. They were married in 1956 - made job moves to Blue River, Barriere, Enderby and finally back to Kamloops. Summers being fire season, were rather exciting at times from gathering fire crews from the pubs and streets to directing water bombers to their water and slurry drops on fires, from the confines of the small Bird Dog plane (with barf bags handy). His last job with the Forest Service was setting up and looking after cross country ski and hiking trails and Forest Service campsites. Bill and Flo had three daughters - (all born on a Sunday) and who, according to the old nursery rhyme - “and the child who is born on the Sabbath

president of The Views strata board in Batchelor Heights where we lived for eight years. We had wonderful neighbours and made many friends there. Robin & Karen have been a part of Kamloops Alliance Church for seventeen years and Life Group has been an important part of our life. Meeting regularly with friends, studying and growing together was priority. Robin was especially touched when the Life Group decided to suspend studies after his diagnosis and just ‘do life’ with Robin and Karen. It was a touching testament to the bonds of friendship that had been formed over the years. Robin loved golf, kayaking and travelling and he spent as much time as possible enjoying these activities. Robin’s greatest hallelujahs were his family and his friends. This was the only wealth he ever wanted and he had it in spades. He lived to see his children married to strong, loving and compassionate life partners and he rejoiced each time a grandchild was added to the family. Robin and our family spent Thanksgiving 2016 in Ucluelet, BC and this was a very special time for us as we all reflected on a life well lived and looked to the future. Robin was a warm, kind, generous man of integrity. We are privileged and proud to call him husband, Dad, Papa, Uncle, friend. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

Day is bonny and blithe and good and gay.” And they turned out to be just that! Bill learned his parenting skills from his parents Scotty and Ida and they were a wonderful example of what parenting should be. In 1967 Scotty and Ida provided Bill’s girls with skis for Christmas renewing a hobby for Bill (that began in Copper Mountain on long wooden skiis) and a new one for his family. They skied first at Grandview Ski Acres and then Tod Mountain. Bill was a founding member of the Sun Peaks Antiques and always emceed their annual wind up dinner to celebrate the end of the ski season. The Sun Peaks Antiques - now there is a story or should I say -stories - any member knows what I mean. As for hobbies his first carving (self taught) is dated 1970. A series of twenty week long summer carving schools followed - at Hinton, Red Deer, Shekinah and finally Sorrento. These carving weeks provided good instructors, good food, drinks and great new friends, and of course accommodation was the camper. Bill quit smoking cold turkey one day and using money saved, bought a camera. His photo albums are now a precious resource for his family. Hiking was another hobby Bill enjoyed - he particularly loved the Lac du Bois and Dewdrop areas where he and Flo, Bud and Caroline Laitinen, Don and Joan Lyons, Linda Thomson, Christy Ohalloran and Esther Coughlan blindly followed wherever he led us. Bill and I had many intimate conversations before he left us and we both realized how fortunate we were: we had wonderful parents, siblings, children, friends and good neighbours. What more could a person want? Thank You Christie and Glen for your support. There will be no service as Bill had requested but there will be an open house at the family home on the weekend of July 8, 2017 and there will be notice posted beforehand. Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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