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Tk’emlups Indian Band Chief Fred Seymour said there is “no pressure” on Kamloops council from him when it comes time to make a decision on the proposed Ajax mine. “Your guys’ decision is coming in two or three months,” Seymour told city councillors yesterday. “No pressure, you guys, support it or not.” Speaking during a community-tocommunity forum between the band and city councils, Seymour outlined the process taken by the Tk’emlups and Skeetchestn bands (who work collectively as the Stk’emlupsemc te Secwepemc Nation), which have opposed the copper and gold mine proposed for south of Aberdeen. See CALLS, A3

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Kamloopsians are reacting with sadness and sharing fond memories after learning of the death of Richard Wagamese. The award-winning author and journalist was 61. Family members in northwestern Ontario confirmed the writer died Friday afternoon in his home in downtown Kamloops. His death comes a week after he was nominated for a B.C. Book Booksellers’ Choice Award for Embers: One Ojibway’s Meditations. No information has been released on how Wagamese died. Wagamese was born in northwestern Ontario and was a member of the Wabaseemoong First Nation.

He often described himself as a second-generation survivor of the residential school system; his parents and other family members were students in the system that later became a national scandal. He grew up in foster homes. In his essay Speaking My Truth: Reflections on Reconciliation and Residential Schools, Wagamese credited entering a Catholic church as a young man and finding himself the only person sitting in a pew who was not white as a turning point in his life, after hearing about a Creator and being able to put aside his anger. “He leaves much to us and to future generations in his writing,” said Helen McFadyen, minister at the Unitarian Universalist fellowship of Kamloops. “Wishing his family and the community love and peace as Richard journeys to spirit world. He was

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a favourite speaker of our congregation.” Dawn Koch, who runs the student-mentoring AIM Foundation of Canada, said Wagamese, a frequent participant in its events, “was a skilled writer and talented storyteller. He shared so freely of himself that at times he must have been completely emptied. “Many refer to your talent, Richard, but for those of us who knew you as a friend, we loved you to the moon and back. Be at peace our friend.” Kamloops Coun. Tina Lange said she was always proud to tell people “that the great author and storyteller Richard Wagamese lived close to Kamloops [when he lived in Pinantan Lake before moving to the city about five years ago]. He truly was a local treasure.” See WAGAMESE, A6

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Seymour said he has received more than 100 phone calls since the announcement, many from private homeowners in Aberdeen who support the decision, which was made by both band councils on the recommendations of a 26-member panel. Representatives from KGHM Ajax, the mine’s proponent, have so far yet to call, he said. Mayor Peter Milobar said the SSN decision will be one piece for council to con-

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An aboriginal man will serve a 15-month prison sentence and has been banned from the Tk’emlups Indian Band reserve for life following a conviction for sexual assault. B.C. Supreme Court Justice Linda Loo sentenced John Grant yesterday, following his conviction for events that occurred three years ago. Grant was convicted of sexual assault against a woman who lived on the reserve and considered him a close friend. The events began on Feb. 23, 2014, when Grant asked the woman to pick him up from a house on the reserve. Despite their friendship, there was nothing sexual or romantic between them, Loo said. “They sometimes fist-pumped each other because they were ‘brothers,’” she said. The woman picked up Grant from a home on the reserve, where he was drunk and stumbling. She drove them to another home, where he later sexually assaulted her on two occasions while she slept. The woman was in a deep sleep because she was coming down from a crystal meth binge. Grant did not testify at trial, claiming he had no memory of the incidents. When Grant first arrived in the home, he declared he would have sex with the woman. But Loo said the statement did not mean there was an element of planning to his later actions. Grant is an alcoholic whose mother attended an Indian residential school in the Cariboo. A presentence report found he is the target of frequent bullying. “Despite trying, he’s totally unable to recall the events,” Loo said. At trial, the woman testified she was “shocked, disgusted and traumatized,” adding “he was one of my best friends.’” Independent of the courts, the TIB has banned Grant for life from being on the reserve, other than for purposes of work. Grant has no criminal record and the events appear to be out of character, Loo said. The Crown asked for a sentence of two to three years in jail, while defence lawyer Eric Rines argued for a 12-month sentence, along with probation. In addition to his prison term, Grant must serve two years of probation including an evening curfew. He cannot drink alcohol during the term. He will also be listed on the federal sex offender registry for 20 years.

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But that translated into no seats and less than five per cent of the popular vote in the 2013 election. Mitchell noted, however, recent polls have pegged party support at 10 per cent — without a leader. Thus far, the B.C. Liberals, the New Democrats and the Greens have nominated candidates for each of Kamloops-North Thompson and Kamloops-South Thompson ridings. In Kamloops-South, Todd Stone (Liberal), Nancy Bepple (NDP), Donovan Cavers (Green) and Beat Klossner (B.C. Communist) are vying for the seat, while the Kamloops-North roster of candidates includes Peter Milobar (Liberal), Barb Nederpel (NDP), Dan Hines (Green) and Peter Kerek (B.C. Communist).

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A leaderless B.C. Conservative Party is talking to potential candidates in Kamloops in preparation for the May election, but its party president acknowledged it may not run candidates in every riding in B.C. “Right now, our candidate selection committee is talking to two individuals [in Kamloops] who want to run for the B.C. Conservatives,” party president Corbin Mitchell said. “We’re actively searching for candidates throughout the province. The best we can do is reach out and find conservatives who are interested.” Those prospective candidates

must pass a party vetting process and, as of now, there is no local party infrastructure to support them by way of volunteers or directors for either riding in Kamloops. “I don’t anticipate we’ll have a full slate [candidates in 85 electoral districts in B.C.]. We’ll have a good number of candidates in the race,” Mitchell said. The B.C. Conservative Party also lacks a leader, barely more than two months before the May provincial election. Former leader Dan Brooks was re-elected last year, but ousted as part of political infighting. Four years ago, the B.C. Conservatives had a credible and known leader in former federal Conservative and Reformer John Cummins.

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DAVE EAGLES/KTW Donor Ken Lepin and wife Maureen were recognized on Friday for their donation that helped create the Ken Lepin Theatre at Royal Inland Hospital. Health Minister Terry Lake (behind the Lepins) also attended the theatre’s opening.

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Perhaps it was appropriate the first attempt to show videoconferencing capabilities at a new theatre didn’t work out well. After all, the Ken Lepin Lecture Theatre in the clinicalservices building at Royal Inland Hospital is a place designed for learning how things work. It’s the place where students in the UBC medical school at RIH will go as they hone their skills. It’s where physicians, dentists, nurses and other medical personnel will gather to hear lectures or to take part in video conferences as they improve and refine their own abilities. It’s all thanks to the generosity of retired businessman Ken Lepin — and a lot of help from his wife, Maureen — that the 120-seat facility was created and officially opened on Friday. It’s just up the hallway from a simulation centre named for another philanthropist in the area, Rae Fawcett, and it led to a joke from Ken about the contributions both families have made

to the community and, in particular, RIH through the years. Explaining with a laugh that sometimes, retired men get somewhat competitive, he told of meeting Rae and her husband Ron at a lunch a few years ago, only to be greeted by Ron with the accusation — said in jest — that “you’ve cost me a lot of money, you know.” Taking a more serious tone, Ken told of meeting Dr. Lisa Steele four years ago and having a tour through the medical labs at the hospital. He said he was surprised at the “large and complex operation” and learned of its need for some specific equipment. That year, he bought an analyzer for c. difficile, a contagious bacteria that can require isolation. The benefit from that machine, said Heidi Coleman, CEO of the RIH Foundation, is that before it was available, tests had to be sent to Kelowna for analysis and results would take up to four days to come back. In the meantime, a patient might be taking up an isolation bed needlessly and impacting one

who might need that space. With the purchase, the test results are obtained within an hour, Coleman said. Ken bought other equipment for the labs that year and has continued adding to the inventory since. The theatre gives staff and medical students an improved ability to learn and share information in a room equipped with video conferencing, two motorized 137-inch projection screens, laser projectors and wiring that tracks cameras and microphones so everyone in the audience can see and hear who is speaking. In addition, there are headsets for the hearing impaired, wheelchair-accessible seats and plenty of other state-of-the-art technological equipment to provide an optimal learning environment. On Friday, that equipment was eventually mastered by the people trying to show it off at the press conference, connecting the audience to others in Williams Lake to demonstrate how the theatre’s reach extends into the region.

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Wagamese’s niece, Barb Sutherland, who lives in Hamilton, said the last time she saw her uncle was when he was doing a presentation at McMaster University. “It felt good to see him as being emotional for me because, a year prior, we laid my mom, his sister, to rest,” she said. Sutherland said Wagamese “always would pop up on messenger to let us know he was always there for us, made sure we were taken care of.” Lisa Armstrong of White Buffalo Aboriginal and Metis Health Society in Kamloops, expressed shock and sadness about his death. She said Wagamese would often come to the agency to share books, stories and his own knowledge with the youth enrolled in society programs. Indian Horse, the story about a boy abused in the residential school system who finds his release in a love of hockey, is being adapted for a movie, was shortlisted in the International Literacy Awards and was a finalist in CBC’s Canada Reads in 2013. Wagamese’s first novel was Keeper ‘n me, which tied with another author for the Writers Guild of Alberta’s fiction award in 1995. He eventually went on to write a dozen novels. Before turning to writing books, Wagamese was the native-affairs columnist at the Calgary Herald and, in 1991, was the first indigenous journalist to win a National Newspaper Award, given to him in recognition of his columns. He also won the George Ryga Award for Social Awareness in

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Literature for his 2011 memoir One Story, One Song, the Canadian Authors Association Award for Fiction for his novel Dream Wheels in 2007. In 2010, he received an honorary doctor of letters degree from Thompson Rivers University in recognition of his lifetime of achievement in writing and publishing. Wagamese’s niece, Rhonda Fisher, said his works were also greatly influenced by his own childhood experiences. She said he was removed from his family by the Children’s Aid Society as part of the 1960s Scoop and ended up in foster care in southern Ontario. Fisher said members of the Wabaseemoong Independent Nations “looked up to him and we were really, really proud of him.” One of Wagamese’s own last social-media posts was on Nov. 24, when he wrote: “I don’t want to be the kind of writer who can take the sun and turn it into a shining word in your imagination. I want to take a shining word and turn it into the sun for you. Similarly, I don’t want to be the kind of person who can take words and describe my feelings. I want to be the kind of person

who can take my feelings and turn them into words” Kent Simmonds of CFJCTV shot One Native Life with Wagamese, a regular feature at the station. He said he looked forward to working with him because “ he had a way with words that left a lasting impact on those that heard him speak,. His segments came from a First Nations perspective, but the content spoke to people of all races and reminded us that we could and should be better people and take better care of each other.” Simmonds often joined others who would gather at Wagamese’s home for a meal and an evening of conversation. “It was like stepping back in time . . . no phones, TVs or radio to distract us . . . it was a group of people sharing good food, good stories and getting to know one another,” he said. “As I reflect on Richard’s death, I’m reminded that we are all a product of our past — it doesn’t define us but it does shape us and may at times cause us to do things we might regret. Richard was an amazing writer who has and will continue to impact many with his words.” — with files from CP

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The man charged in connection with a fatal hit and run that killed a Kamloops teen in November was taken to hospital Thursday night after being assaulted in prison. Jason Gourlay, 41, is charged with failing to remain at the scene of an accident and possession of a controlled substance — namely heroin and fentanyl. He is accused of driving a vehicle that struck and killed 16-year-old Jennifer Gatey on Nov. 4, 2016, as she crossed Pacific Way near her family’s Aberdeen home. Gourlay appeared in Kamloops Law Courts on Thursday afternoon, where he learned he would be released on

bail on Friday. However, when Gourlay was returned to Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre, KTW has learned, he was assaulted by another inmate or inmates. Gourlay was taken to Royal Inland Hospital, where was treated for injuries believed to be minor. He remained in hospital until Friday, when was released from custody. Gourlay was released on $20,000 cash bail, with the condition he reside in a substanceabuse treatment facility. His uncle picked him up and drove him to a treatment facility in Nanaimo. Following treatment, Gourlay must live with his uncle in Pitt Meadows. He is also prohibited

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from operating a motor vehicle while on bail. Crown prosecutor Neil Flanagan did not contest his release. Gourlay’s next court appearance is April 13. After Gatey was struck and killed, police released images from surveillance video from a home near the crash showing a darkcoloured Jeep driving in the area at the time of the hit and run. A tip led police to Gourlay’s Dufferin home, where a Jeep was seized. It has undergone forensic testing, but the results of that analysis have not been made public. Gatey, a Grade 11 student at South Kamloops secondary, was one day shy of her 17th birthday when she died.

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iven the number of overdose deaths recorded across B.C., most would agree the fentanyl-fuelled health crisis here has reached a critical stage. The potency of the drug, often contained within such substances as heroin or available in pill form, has caught many people by surprise, from the users themselves to the emergency responders who must attend to them when things go terribly wrong. While not everyone will empathize with the person who risks much — including their life — to achieve a high, more people might feel for the emergency responders whose goal it is to keep people alive long enough to get them to hospital. It’s not the fault of paramedics or firefighters that a person dies from overdosing on drugs. The potential for the worst to happen increases the moment that users put the drugs into their bodies. But with more people dying or sustaining brain damage from overdosing on high-octane opiates, it has to have an effect on the people who treat them in emergency situations. There are logistical consequences from this new wave of emergency calls. Paramedics are having to spend more time with patients, due to the extreme effects of fentanyl-laced drugs, for example. That can ultimately lead to longer wait times for people requiring immediate medical care for other reasons. But the trauma of seeing people die, many in the prime of their lives, has to wear on an emergency responder, regardless of how steeled they are for such situations. Therapists are available for B.C. Emergency Health Services paramedics. Taking steps to reduce the number of overdose deaths in the province is critical. But paying attention to the effects this crisis has on the first responders on whom we rely so much on is also extremely important.

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Assessing tax incentives

n general, tax incentives are preferential tax treatments that deviate from the general tax structure. They are an ad hoc judgment from policymakers designed to assist or target economic growth in specific areas of our city. They identify a selected group of existing or potential taxpayers crucial to economic growth, such that they deserve an exclusive tax break. At a public hearing on the April 4, Kamloops council will be asked to expand the scope of its current tax incentive plans, the revitalization tax exemption (RTE) programs, for the city centre and the North Shore. The proposal is to replace the more detailed and refined North Shore plan with the less restrictive city centre program and also venture into new territory by adding a specific industry tax exemption for high-tech business. There is a trend for local governments to adopt tax-exemption programs as a tool to generally help revitalize downtown’s or business districts. The problem is, tax exemptions can significantly reduce the amount of tax revenue a local government receives and little is known publicly about the total size or the terms and conditions. Without any limits, there is also a cumulative risk the impact of those tax exemptions on other taxpayers could be substantial. A single multi-family development of 52 condo units in our downtown, at 419 St. Paul St., represents more than $1 million in lost tax revenue over 10 years. As more tax breaks are given to

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CITY HALL developers and corporations, the local tax burden is made heavier and shifted to local residents and area businesses. It is important to be very specific and targeted and to have limits on exemptions. When deciding if a tax exemption has served its intended purpose, it is critical to consider whether the business granted tax forgiveness would have produced the desired outcome without the break. Unfortunately in this latest proposal, city council, in deciding whether to make these new tax incentive changes, is lacking an overall review of the existing RTE programs. Council needs more information to determine whether any current exemptions are effective, in the sense the businesses receiving exemptions would have performed the same if not granted the exemption. Having a lack of viable alternatives also plagues city officials, as we feel we must do something, but are limited in the range of options available. There are other incentives we could consider, ones that don’t

have such long-term financial consequences, such as one-time fee waivers on water/sewer hookups and other impact fees that could provide more upfront financial incentives to developers. If municipalities provide tax exemptions indiscriminately and without a clear overall strategy, it may not serve its intended purpose and could easily be manipulated. A business receiving a tax exemption will generate revenue for a jurisdiction, but only after 10 years. In the meantime, we agree to subsidize these residents and businesses for the ultimate growth of our city. I support encouraging private capital investment in our commercial business districts to stimulate economic activity in both business districts, to help build a stable community of long-term residents by improving housing opportunities and to strengthen our neighbourhoods. It would be prudent to have a council workshop on RTEs, as I support amending propertytax exemptions for only clearly defined targets and a maximum 50 per cent discount on property taxes, with restrictive limits to the number of incentive packages given. Please share your opinion by email at citycouncil@kamloops.ca. Denis Walsh is a Kamloops councillor. Council columns appear monthly in KTW and online at kamloopsthisweek.com. Walsh can be reached by email at dwalsh@kamloops.ca. To comment on this column, email editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MORE CALLS LIFE CELEBRATED BY FAMILY’S COURAGE TO SCRAP I am “inspired by TIME CHANGE Cameron’s IN PROVINCE ability to Editor: I believe it is time we quit changing our clocks twice a year because the United States does it. With technology that can adjust time between countries, why do we insist on following a procedure that has long served the idea that we can benefit from it? Saskatchewan gets along well by keeping the same time year-round and an MP in Alberta is planning to put forth a motion to end the practice in his province. One way to change this is to bring it to the attention of the politicians before the May 9 B.C. election and call for a referendum on the matter. Ed Skretka Kamloops

Editor: It’s Saturday morning and as I finished reading the article in the March 10 edition of KTW (‘Suspect in fatal hit and run released from custody’), followed by editor Christopher Foulds’ column (‘The courage of a father’), I felt compelled to write something, but what can be said? First of all, thank you, Christopher, for acknowledging Cameron Gatey’s courage and for helping us know who Jennifer was. Once again, the death of a child makes no sense. What makes less sense are the cowardly actions shown by the person responsible for Jennifer’s death. The bottom line is, no matter what happens through the courts, the person who killed Jennifer on Nov. 4, 2016, has to live with their actions. Let’s hope and pray that somehow they are convicted in a spiritual sense to turn their life around and face up to what they did and why they did it. In the meantime, having been through a similar experience in which my son was killed by a drunk driver who also left the scene and left him to die, I can relate to what this family is going through. I am inspired by Cameron’s ability to navigate through this horrible experience in such a courageous way, which is a testimony to his love for Jennifer. No one can possibly understand what he and his family are going through. My prayer is that they will be united through this ordeal and remain strong through the months and

years ahead, which are sure to be an emotional roller coaster. As for the Kamloops RCMP, my hat goes off to the detachment. I can’t imagine how officers had navigate to navigate through the through this investigation to ensure the utmost confidence to move horrible forward with the charge against Jason Gourlay. experience. Their work and actions display the value they placed on Jennifer’s life, regardless of the perpetrator’s cowardly action for leaving her to die. What will happen through the court system will happen. I hope justice is served. However, what happens with the survivor family is a choice and, certainly, Cameron seems to be setting a remarkable example for leading this charge. May his support network surround him and his family and be their encouragement. Also, may the family know there are many of us within the community and country who are following this story. Although Jennifer cannot be brought back, her life will be celebrated through their strength and courage. God bless them. Dorothy Barron Kamloops

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SOME PEOPLE MIGHT BE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR MSP Editor: I recently went online to check out the MSP rates we are being charged by our provincial government, after finding out they were increasing to $150 from $136 per month. After learning there is a premi-

um-assistance program, I realized I had been overcharged close to $800 for 2016. No one ever told me there was premium assistance available for those older than 65. I was paying $136 a month when I should have been paying

$70 per month, which is based on one’s net income on tax receipts. So, people older than 65 may be paying too much. I guarantee no one from the government will let you know you are paying too much.

To date, I am still waiting for my refund. To learn which rates you should be paying, go online to hibc.gov.bc.ca. It may save you some money. Ron Engen Kamloops

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A selection of comments on KTW stories, culled online RE: STORY: ACCLAIMED AUTHOR RICHARD WAGAMESE DEAD AT AGE 61:

“He had an impressive opus, but one bit of writing that really impressed me was a short letter to the editor of this paper, responding to someone who asked, ‘What’s happened to honour?’ “‘When you clench your fingers to form a fist, it should be to help someone carry something. When you’re angry enough to fight, it should be to right a moral, social or political wrong. “‘When you form a gang, it should be for fundraising, helping a neighbour, taking care of the planet or marching for change.’ “Rest in peace, brother Richard — the world has lost a great soul.” — posted by Chris Kempling

RE: LETTER: COUNCIL IGNORED DALLAS OPPOSITION TO REZONING:

“Got to love those planners and geniuses down at city hall. “Staff love to hear the words high occupancy and density. It seems to fit the KamPlan so well, even if that area isn’t zoned that way.” — posted by Sneaky Pete

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Kamloops resident Richard Kanyangu already has several job titles on his resume, including psychiatric nurse and pastor. A year from now, he would like to add a third: president of Zimbabwe. Kanyangu, who left the country of his birth in 1995 to study in the United Kingdom, said he has taken the necessary steps to have his name on the ballot for the presidency of the southern African nation in 2018. He expects it to appear alongside dictator Robert Mugabe, whose main opposition has been Morgan Tsvangirai. “I’m expecting it to be five or six names [on the ballot],” he said. Kanyangu’s co-workers at Royal Inland Hospital, the congregation at House of Destiny church and even his sons’ teachers know about his ambitions. Now, he’s hoping to spread the word to millions of people in Zimbabwe.

This despite the fact he has founded a grassroots party with limited money and he cannot hope to appear in newspapers or television in that country to spread the word because Mugabe controls everything from police to the media. Mugabe has led the country for 36 years and his wife recently mused he could win an election from the grave. The country has struggled with hyperinflation that resulted in issuance of a $100-trillion note a decade ago. Under sanctions, the country is one of the world’s economic basketcases, along with North Korea and Venezuela. “We have people on the ground with us who are hoping to mobilize and get the word around,” said Kanyangu, who is on a work permit to Canada and going through the process to become a permanent resident. His wife and three sons, age 10, 6 and 15 months, live in Kamloops with him. Kanyangu, 41, is planning to leave for Zimbabwe in June and

stay in the country during the runup to the election in the first quarter of next year. He won’t be taking his family with him, acknowledging he is taking a safety risk. Opposition members have been beaten by paramilitary gangs “from the overzealous supporters of the incumbent,” he acknowledged. “There are people in the party who believe no one should oppose them.” Thus far, Kanyangu has been busy with remote organization and holding public events locally and in Vancouver. There are an estimated 3.5-million people from Zimbabwe living in other countries, a force he wants to tap for organization and fundraising. “I think everyone knows I’m involved now,” he said. “It’s something I’ve been thinking about for a long time. Guys at work know, people at the church know and even my son’s teacher knows — he’s been telling her about it.” Kanyangu’s campaign website is at richardkanyangu.com.

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JOIN IN FOR A GOOD CAUSE Saturday, April 8 to Saturday, April 22 Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale Kamloops Symphony Orchestra’s biggest fundraiser returns to Sahali Mall in April. Gently used books, sheet music, movies, records and CDs donated from the public are put on display during mall hours. All proceeds from the semi-annual sale benefit the local orchestra. For more information, go online to kamloopssymphony.com/specialeventsnew.htm or call 250-372-5000. -----------------------------------------------------Sunday, April 30 Boogie the Bridge Movement is change — both for individuals who accomplish their finishline goals during Boogie the Bridge, but also for community groups who benefit from proceeds from the event. More than $1 million has been raised in 20 years of running across Overlanders Bridge in time to live music. This year, funds raised will support A Way Home and Kamloops Arts Council. Last year marked the most participants in Boogie history, with 2,677 people registered. To register for the one-, five-, 10- or 21-kilometre race, go online to boogiethebridge.com. A Mini Boogie is also available for kids.

ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW ADOPTIVE ANNIVERSARY: Dave and Sarah Gibson, with daughter Madison, 4, were among more than 80 children and parents taking part in the recent 40th anniversary celebration of the Adoptive Families Association of BC. Representatives from Insight Support Services and the Ministry of Children and Family Development were also at the event at Hills of Peace Lutheran Church in Upper Sahali. BANDING TOGETHER: Kathryn Robertson (left) has been involved in community fundraising and volunteering since 1989 and, this year, included in her effort gifts for the Tk’emlups Indian Band, where about 50 families are in need. Some items delivered included a baby bath, baby clothes, Pampers, paper towels, toiletries, dog food, tools, backpacks, lunch kits, pencil cases, art supplies, cotton throws and 10 games of free bowling at Falcon Lanes and Bowlertime Sports. With Robertson in the photo, from left, are Kelly Jacobson (TIB social development), Eagle Casimir (TIB councillor) and Lesa Frenzie (TIB social development).

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I run the Boogie because I am literally running in my neighbourhood for a corporate team that is also a major sponsor. I do this while engaging in a unique opportunity to support organizations in our community by being physically active. On the day of Boogie, all of us — from young kids to retirees — own and rock Overlanders Bridge for the morning. On that day, there is a unique abundance of community spirit and energy created by being part of a group of citizens sharing the same goal: to go out and do something sporty in whatever capacity we are capable — as a walker, runner, families introducing their kids to being active and experienced racers. I love running in a group, yet Boogie is also a distinctively personal experience. My achievement is in running my own race, entirely by how I feel that day and not looking at my running watch, which I wear to analyze a later run at home. Then I compare how I felt with how I did — and it usually matches up pretty well. Ideally I will run about one hour and 50 minutes. If I finish closer to one hour and 45 minutes, I will be ecstatic as that would perhaps end up being a new personal best. When I run, I reflect and rejoice in all the positive things in my life, including a strong heart and legs that will hopefully let me fly one more time!

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I can run. I’ve been playing sports my whole life, so running is nothing new to me. The sports I’ve played involve running short bursts of maximum effort, like chasing down a fly ball or beating out a ground ball. But running continuously over any distance has always seemed unnecessary. I’m also a fat bastard, which might be part of why I’ve never found any appeal in the act of running. The problem is I’m getting fatter and fatter as the years pass. As I get older, I’ve begun to physically resemble one of my comedic heroes, John Candy, more than ever — and I get the feeling it’s time to make a change. Another impetus to take on Boogie is the recent passing of my high school track and field coach, Dan Coleman. Mr. Coleman was a teacher in my hometown of Clearwater for a heck of a long time. He founded the Shadowfax Track and Field Club more than 30 years ago after seeing the potential in some of the athletes he taught in Vavenby. He freely gave his time and attention to so many kids in the North Thompson Valley, on the track and in the gym. So, here we go. I’m looking forward to the challenge of training for this year’s Boogie the Bridge (believe me, it’s going to be a challenge). I also relish the opportunity to honour a man who spent his whole life seeing the potential in others by seeing some potential in me.

ACACIA SCHMIETENKNOP Kamloops Chamber events co-ordinator

I’m not a runner as I don’t feel that I’ve earned that title yet. The beginning stages of my training have been telling. I’m not co-ordinated, a little self-conscious and the burn of my muscles after dragging myself out takes getting used to. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous or maybe even a little bit scared of running in Boogie the Bridge. I have volunteered with this incredible community event for years with the Kamloops Ambassador Society and haven’t honestly considered actually running in it. Volunteering with the ladies has turned into a tradition, something I look forward to every year. But as my body jokes about letting me down on what seems to be a more frequent basis, I feel it is time for a new tradition, one that puts me completely out of my comfort zone, but on a path to healthy living. I’m excited to be a part of the Chamber Champs team and invite anyone who works for a Kamloops Chamber of Commerce member business or organization to join me on this adventure. I can ensure that, at the very least, you will have fun. There is something so intensely energizing about being in that sea of red. You can’t help but feel the waves of community spirit, hope and happiness crash over you. I can only imagine what it must feel like after having worked so hard to cross that finish line — and I can’t wait to experience it.

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1) Walk 2 minutes, run for 5 1) Walk 2 minutes, run minutes. Repeat six times and add 8 minutes. Repeat 6 times. 10-minute walk. Total 52 minutes Total 60 minutes

2) Walk easy for 15 minutes, then power walk for for 20. Total 35 minutes

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2) Walk 2 minutes, run 5 minutes. Repeat five times and add 10-minute walk. Total 45 minutes

2) Walk 2 minutes, run 8 minutes. Repeat 5 times. Total 50 minutes

3) Walk easy for 20 minutes, then power walk for for 30. Total 50 minutes

3) Walk 5 minutes, run 1 minute. Repeat 6 times. Total 36 minutes

3) Walk 2 minutes, run 5 minutes. Repeat six times. Total 42 minutes

3) Walk 2 minutes, run 8 minutes. Repeat 6 times. Total 60 minutes

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Proper, supportive shoes are important for your health. Visit a specialty running store for the proper shoe for your foot type and power walking.

You did it! You started. The hardest part is having the courage to start and you did. Congratulations!

Spring training has begun. Gentle reminder it is the time on your feet that counts. Ease into your training.

You have ran many 10K’s and You have been running all winter are preparing for a strong 10K at and can run 16 kilometres easily. Boogie the Bridge. Boogie is only eight weeks away and we will be increasing the kilometres steadily.

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ind heart. Fierce mind. Courageous spirit. I hope I possess all of these qualities and, if not, I hope I am always striving to grow and strengthen in these areas. I marked this first day of my Boogie column by a run, of course. I don’t run to burn calories or to impress anyone. I run because it’s a part of me. It is the essence of who I am: kind, brave and grateful. Running has always given me the strength to fight for who I am and for what I need to be healthy — mentally and physically. Like everyone else, I am a person who has battle scars. I have precious wounds and deep spots. I am also a person of deep healing, of joy, of growth. So, what does Questions? this have to do with Go online to runclub.ca Boogie training? or send an email to Everything. joberry@telus.net. Boogie training is about kind hearts, fierce minds and courageous spirits. Everyone who follows the training has these qualities. They take their health to heart and commit to being the best they can be. To the three runners we are profiling — Acacia, Adam and Tanja — we celebrate your courage to write your story in the pages of Kamloops This Week and online at kamloopsthisweek.com over the next eight weeks. By doing so, you’re encouraging others to be vulnerable and to make a shift. Running is a catalyst for strength and profound change. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Boogie and we will celebrate the heart of Boogie — its kind, fierce and courageous heart. We hope you will all join us on April 30 to celebrate 20 years of Boogie and our deep love for Kamloops.

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A pickup truck was demolished in a blasting accident (right) at Highland Valley Copper in February. It is one of several incidents at the mine in recent months and years, such as a 16-passenger bus (left) used to shuttle employees demolished in 2008 by a haul truck weighing more than a million pounds. There were no injuries in these incidents.

‘Near miss’ leads to call for safety at Highland Valley Copper

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yle Wolff, president of the union that represents workers at Teck’s Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine, is urging the company to step up its record on safety after another “near miss” incident sent a worker to hospital last week. On March 1, one worker was sent to hospital as a precautionary measure after the 240-tonne haul truck she was operating nearly flipped over, said Wolff. The massive truck was being loaded with frost chunks by a power shovel when a particularly large piece of frozen earth became lodged in the bucket of the shovel. When the chunk was dislodged, it fell off-centre into

the truck, causing the vehicle to raise up on two wheels and come crashing back down, rattling the vehicle’s operator around in the cab and slamming her head against a communication screen, said Wolff, president of the United Steelworkers Local 7619. “To give you perspective: a full size pickup truck with all its doors open can park in the bucket of the shovel and you can walk around the pickup truck with no trouble. Eighty to 100 tonnes per bucket — it takes anywhere from twoand-a-half to three-and-a-half buckets of material to load a truck,” Wolff said. “Two-hundred-and-forty tonnes to load the back of a truck — so this frost chunk was significant.” The incident was just the latest in a string of events which suggest productivity has usurped safety as the mine’s highest priority, said Wolff.

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On Feb. 4, an unoccupied pickup truck was demolished during a scheduled rock-blasting explosion, a union safety update to members stated. Days before, a bulldozer rolled on its side while clearing away frost chunks. The operator hit a soft spot in the ground, which put the vehicle off balance, leading the truck to slowly tip over. “If the culture truly was safety, we wouldn’t see the lost-time incidents. People wouldn’t be put into situations where they are getting hurt or equipment is being damaged on a regular basis because the culture would allow people to say no with confidence,” Wolff said. The operator was uninjured in the incident and no equipment was damaged. See UNION, A16

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WorkSafe BC is urging local homebuilders to take precaution when renovating and demolishing old homes, due to the “hidden killer” responsible for the most deaths of workers in the province. Though asbestos was banned in the 1970s, older homes may still contain it and, if disturbed and released into the air, exposure can lead to lung disease and cancer up to 45 years later. “We’re seeing people pay for past use,” said Geoff Thomson, occupational hygiene officer for Worksafe BC. Thomson spoke to the Canadian Home Builders Association Central Interior (CHBA) on March 8, during its regular monthly meeting. The organization responsible for overseeing workplace safety in the province has been cracking down on residential demolition and renovation worksites in recent years to reduce occupational disease

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Off to see the wizard — with lung disease Asbestos was once so commonplace it was used in tablecloths. Other uses included cigarette filters and fake snow. The fluffy white “hidden killer” can be seen in the Wizard of Oz film, circa 1939.

and death caused by exposure to asbestos. The fibrous material became popular during the Industrial Revolution, commonly used as insulation in homes for its resistance to heat and chemicals. Years later, it was deemed harmful, leading to asbestosis (developing 10 to 20 years after exposure), lung cancer (15 to 25 years) and mesothelioma (30 to 45 years). The federal government has vowed to fully ban asbestos by 2018. In the Lower Mainland, WorkSafe BC has dedicated teams

tasked with visiting worksites to prevent asbestos exposure due, in part, to the hot Vancouver housing market that has resulted in the demolition of many older homes. “It’s such a big issue down there,” Thomson said. The fine material, up to 22,400 times thinner than human hair, is difficult to recognize, but can be found in old vinyl flooring, insulation and white duct tape. Thomson advised residential buildings built before 1990 may contain asbestos. Scraping “popcorn”

Despite awareness, Thomson said asbestosrelated deaths are due to deficiencies in identification, removal and disposal. He advised homebuilders to test for asbestos before beginning work. One CHBA member said asbestos studies can cost from $3,000 to $4,000 and noted it can add up to $15,000 onto a demolition. “It’s not cheap,” Thomson admitted. Demolishing a home with asbestos can lead to higher costs, he noted. “You end up with a contaminated site.” The City of Kamloops landfill accepts hazardous materials, but only professionals experienced with asbestos can remove it. Homeowners should not touch or move it. To learn more, go online to worksafebc. com and search “asbestos.”

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On Jan. 20, a supervisor was hit in the shoulder by a small piece of coupling from a conveyor that malfunctioned during a remote startup. No injury was sustained, a union safety update stated. Pieces of damaged equipment were found up to 100 feet away. The Ministry of Energy and Mines, along with the union’s health and safety chair, were notified of the incident. On Jan. 6, a pumping barge at the mine capsized, but there were no injuries or adverse environmental effects from the mishap. In November, one of three ore stockpile covers buckled and a portion of the dome caved in. No one was hurt in the incident. Work has since been completed to stabilize the dome. Wolff said the rash of serious incidents in a short period of time is proof the company isn’t taking time to properly investigate and address safety issues as they arise at the mine.

“We started our own investigation, of course, trying to figure out what’s going on. Safety reps have been contacting me regarding the ongoing aspects. “It was just a week ago they were told not to load frost chunks of a significant size because of the amount of injuries we are having when we do it,” Wolff said. “As we look into this — frost chunks have been loaded continuously since then . . . and the foremen were obviously very knowledgeable about this. So everybody knew it was happening. “My concern is that it’s always until we actually hurt somebody that we stop doing something. You can’t be reactive in terms of safety because it’s only a matter of time until you kill somebody.” In an email to the Herald, Peter Martell, spokesperson for HVC, confirmed the details of the “near miss” on March 1. Asked how the company planned to address safety culture at the mine, to

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ensure the trend of incidents doesn’t continue, he offered this statement: “We take all incidents involving employee safety very seriously and a full investigation will be conducted.” It is unclear as to when the investigation was launched. Wolff said the incident on March 1 happened at about 1:30 p.m., and he received notification from the company at about 10 p.m. that an investigation would begin. “Unfortunately, even if there is an investigation now and statements are taken, the scene wasn’t secured, so we don’t know how big the chunk was. “The chunk is most likely in the dump already. So we don’t know how big it was, we don’t know what position the shovel was and we don’t know who the witnesses were. We’ve lost that opportunity,” Wolff said. Beyond the major incidents, Wolff said he’s concerned with the company’s lackadaisical approach to even minor, proactive safety fixes. “It always seems like

we’re one step behind. Things happen, then we tell them you can’t do it that way. It shouldn’t be like that,” Wolff said. “In B.C., we have laws that I can’t speed. And I’m not allowed to steal things from stores. I know those laws, I can’t plead ignorance. “And the same things goes: there is a responsibility for managers and employees, but managers especially, to understand and know the rules, policy and legislation in place to protect employees because people have died to get those laws in place.” In B.C., workers have the right to refuse unsafe work — something Wolff said he is trying to get more workers in the habit of doing at HVC, should they notice unsafe work conditions. “If the culture truly was safety, we wouldn’t see the lost time incidents. “People wouldn’t be put into situations where they are getting hurt or equipment is being damaged on a regular basis. “Because the culture would allow people to say no with confidence.”

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en MacDonald found himself on the floor again, only this time he didn’t end up there voluntarily. He wasn’t putting his body on the line to grab a loose ball. He wasn’t peeling himself off the hardcourt after banging bodies under the glass. The graduating South Kamloops Titans’ forward was brought to his knees by sorrow, a despondent combatant mourning a cruel defeat he’ll never forget. Rick Hansen of Abbotsford downed South Kamloops 69-63 to win gold at the B.C. High School Boys AAA Basketball Championship on Saturday at the Langley Events Centre. “It’s the toughest loss I’ve ever had,” said MacDonald, who was dragged to his feet by a teammate and still in tears during the interview. “Words can’t really describe it. It’s really bad. It was our last game and I wanted to go out with a win. “These are my brothers. They mean the world to me.” South Kamloops’ players and head coach Tim Unaegbu said it from the start, repeatedly, whenever they were asked: Our goal is to win the provincial championship. Nothing less. Falling short hurt bad. The No. 2-ranked Titans held a 41-31 lead with 2:30 to play in the third quarter, but the Hurricanes were ranked No. 1 for a reason and

the inevitable push was coming. When it came, the Titans couldn’t handle it. With the game tied 40-40 and 6:16 left in the fourth quarter, tournament MVP Josh Dhillon, a Grade 12 guard, and Gurkaran Mangat, a Grade 12 forward, took over the game for the Hurricanes. “We’ve been in the classroom all this year,” said Dhillon, who finished with a game-high 30 points. “We worked on mental toughness. That’s how we came back. “It’s the feeling of a lifetime.” Hansen pushed its lead to 61-52 late in the fourth quarter. Nick Sarai, who was named a first-team tournament all-star, personified the Titans’ determination. The Grade 11 guard started the game colder than this Kamloops winter, unable to buy a bucket. But he kept shooting and they eventually started to go in. He finished with a team-high 18 points, three of them coming with 30.7 seconds left to play to cut the ‘Canes lead to four. “Even though we lost, those are memories for a lifetime,” said Sarai, whose off-balance threepoint shot in the game’s last minute drew an incredible cheer out of the 2,500 watching in the stands. “We worked so hard to get to this point, but you’ve got to give it to Rick Hansen. We had to earn every basket we made.” Mangat, who finished with 20 points, 11 rebounds and three assists, sealed the deal with a series of clutch free throws. “We kept our composure throughout the game,” Mangat said. “We never gave up. Coach [Steve Twele] gave a rousing Get up to

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Ethan Thacker (left) of the South Kamloops Titans consoles teammate Reid Jansen after a tough loss in the B.C. High School Basketball AAA Boys Championship game in Langley on Saturday. For more photos, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com. Westsyde finished seventh in the AA boys’ championship.

halftime speech. We did it.” Quin Adam, a Grade 12 forward who had an outstanding game for the Titans, was distraught. His 15 points and 14 rebounds came in a losing effort. The firstteam tournament all-star nod would have felt a lot better if it were accompanied by a B.C. banner. Ripley Martin, the 6-foot-7 rebounding machine who grabbed nine boards and netted 11 points, looked bewildered. It wasn’t supposed to end this way. Unaegbu, animated and vocal on the bench throughout the game, was asked about MacDonald’s gutsy effort, but he couldn’t speak, with his eyes welling up and a frog in his throat. After a 15-second pause, he said, “I don’t want to cry,” and went on to laud his graduating forward’s work ethic.

South Kam dealt with pressure better than Hansen in the first half, with the evidence coming in the form of poor Hurricanes’ shooting, especially in the first quarter. Grade 11 guard Reid Jansen set the tone for his team three minutes into the game, connecting on a three-point shot after three minutes of frantic basketball to calm his team’s nerves. That shot put South Kamloops up 3-2 and the Titans did not relinquish the lead until about the halfway mark of the fourth quarter, in which Hansen outscored its reeling opposition 31-18. The Hurricanes’ field-goal percentage numbers tell a story on their own. They shot 26.3 per cent in the first half and 56.7 per cent in the second half. Jansen was handed a trophy after the game for being named the tournament’s top defensive player, but it lay discarded by

his feet while he watched the Hurricanes hoist the championship trophy. That was the one he wanted and the emotion on his face told the story. “We gave 100 per cent every practice and there’s nothing more we could have done here,” MacDonald said. “I love all of them and all our coaches.”

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The Westsyde Whundas finished a great season with a win at the B.C. High School Boys AA Basketball Championship on Saturday at the Langley Events Centre. Westsyde, ranked seventh heading into the tournament, downed H.J. Cambie of Richmond 66-55 to place seventh. Spencer Ledoux of the Whundas was named a secondteam tournament all-star.

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final series 4-1. The Heat will play the Osoyoos Coyotes in the Okanagan Conference final. Beaver Valley swept Nelson to advance to the Kootenay Conference final, where the Nitehawks will meet either Kimberley or Creston Valley. Kimberley led that series 3-1 heading into Game 5, which was played last night in Creston after KTW’s press deadline. Storm forward Mitchell Cobbett was called for slashing with 4:26 remaining in the third period on Sunday, giving Chase an opportunity on the

power play that Kolten Moore used to score the game-winning goal about one minute later. “If Hazel isn’t worst he is definitely a candidate,” the Storm tweeted, referencing referee Brent Hazel. Michael Howlett added an empty-net marker to ice the game. “It is what it is,”

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Dewar said. “You can’t fault the refs. It’s just when you call penalties at the end of the game on nothing infractions and it makes a difference . . .” Grady Musgrave and Pat Brady gave the Heat a 2-0 lead, but second-period goals from Storm standouts Mitch Friesen and Evan Walls tied the game at 2-2. Jason Sandhu made 21 saves between the pipes for Kamloops, while Nic Bruyere stopped 45 shots in Chase’s crease. John Ludvig and Devin Leduc each had a pair of assists for the Storm. Cory Loring registered two assists for the Heat. “The boys played extremely well,” Dewar said. “It was a great game. “It was unfortunate on the penalty call, but that’s the way it is. We had a great series and they’re a very strong, deserving team.” The junior B Storm moved nine players up to higher levels of hockey this season. “We want to win, don’t get me wrong, but that’s part of our legacy,” Dewar said. “One of my fans said if we had all those guys back, we would have beaten everybody. “We’re very proud of the team we had.”

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Curling cliches, like most other turns of phrase, exist for a reason — they’re most often true. Jim Cotter saw that all too well in Newfoundland this week. The Kamloops-born curler, who was throwing fourth stones for Team B.C. at the 2017

Tim Hortons Brier in St. John’s was on the wrong side of the centimetre in his seventh trip to the Canadian national curling championship. It turned out it just wasn’t their week. “We played pretty well as a team,” Cotter told KTW on Friday, shortly after being eliminated from playoff contention. Team B.C. finished tied for fifth with Quebec’s Menard rink,

both wrapping up Brier action with seven wins and four losses. The top four teams — Manitoba (9-2), Newfoundland/ Labrador (9-2), Northern Ontario (8-3) and Canada (8-3) — qualified for page-playoff play. “Just one shot, or a break here or there and we’re right in the mix of things,” Cotter continued. “We lost a couple of really close games that

could have easily gone our way and, had they, we would have been right in the thick of things.” Brad Gushue of Newfoundland and Labrador defeated Canada’s Kevin Koe 7-6 in the final on Sunday. The victory marked Gushue’s first Brier victory and he became the first Newfoundlander to hoist the Brier Tankard since Jack MacDuff in 1976.

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Play with dragons, take centre stage or horseback ride this spring break

chool’s out for spring break. While not quite the lyric from the famed Alice Cooper tune, School’s Out, students will no doubt be looking forward to their time off later this month. Spring break is from March 20 to March 31 and youngsters can utilize their days off to partake in science-based activities, theatre and athletics. BIG Little Science Centre (BLSC) has done away with camps, instead opting for daily activities. “We rarely fill them [science camps],” said Susan Hammond, BLSC assistant operator. Among those activities include science shows, Lego and construction building and animal encounters. “We’ve got a bearded dragon and a bluetongued skink,” Hammond said. The family activities are drop-in from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. but parents are advised not to drop off and leave their kids. “If a parent wants to bring a group of [their child’s] friends, that works really well as long as it’s not really crazy,” Hammond said. Meanwhile, other local organizations are hosting camps. Western Canada Theatre’s Stage One theatre school runs through spring break for kids of all ages. Acting Adventures is geared at kids ages four to seven, introducing youngsters to theatre at Valleyview Community Centre. Cost is $250 for full day and $125 for half day. Teen Workshop Week runs that same week for kids ages 13 to 19. It will be held at The Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 West Seymour St. Cost is $250 plus tax. Acting Essentials follows at the centre

from March 27 to March 31, for kids ages eight to 12. It will teach theatre fundamentals, such as character, storytelling, emotions and group interaction, through improvisation and theatre games. All camps run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., except for Acting Adventures, which includes a half-day option. River City Gymnastics offers day camps on pro-D days and will be available daily through spring break at 1365C Dalhousie Dr. Activities include gymnastics, indoor or outdoor sport instruction, arts and crafts, parkour and field trips. Cost is $20 for half day — either 9 a.m. to noon or noon to 3 p.m. — and $35 for a full day. To register, go online to rivercitygymnastics.ca/day-camps. For a sportier option, parents can drop off kids at The Soccer Dome, 313 Nishga Way, for U5 to U12 soccer camps. It features morning, afternoon and fullday options from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop off is available from 8:30 a.m. and pick-up is available until 4:30 p.m. Full-day cost is $170. Half days are $120. Camps run both weeks. For more, go online to kysa.net/pro-d-kysa-camps. Finally, kids ages five to 12 can head outdoors onto 10 acres of property beside the Thompson River near the Kamloops Airport. The Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association is offering daily riding and stable management lessons from March 21 to March 23. More advanced riders may work on jumping and dressage. Horses are provided and no prior experience is required. The camp is three days long and runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $300. To register, call 250-554-3811 or email ktraexecutivedirector@gmail.com.

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grams and idea that never crossed your mind. Try a national park or historic site because entry is free this year in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday. 2. Keep it fun at home. Staying home doesn’t have to be boring. Search for DIY craft projects on Pinterest, break out board games or plan a movie night with popcorn and snacks. As long as the little ones have activities, they’ll

enjoy being inside or outside. 3. Spend time with the kids, not errands. No child wants to tag along while you go to the bank and no adult wants to have to do errands during a break from the daily grind. Get payments by direct deposit — including Canada Child Benefit, GST/HST credit and other tax-related payments — for more time with kids. — newspapercanada.com

Kids who take part in the daily activities during spring break at BIG Little Science Centre can interact with exotic animals, such as a bearded dragon and a blue-tongued skink (left). It is one of the many activities for kids throughout the city from March 20 to March 31.

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HOROSCOPES

MARCH 14 - MARCH 20, 2017

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

You may find yourself teetering between responsibilities to work, friends and even family. It’s possible you will need to set aside some time to play catch-up in the coming days.

Listen before you make assumptions, Taurus. Resist any temptation to wildly post or chat about personal information.You might regret it later on.

Libra, newfound success earns you the recognition you deserve. It could mean a promotion to a corner office or even the opportunity to enjoy a new, more lucrative job elsewhere.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 2

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Finances are your main priority this week, Gemini. Whether you have a lot in savings or are floundering paycheck to paycheck, it is time to reassess your financial situation.

Cancer, if things are stressful at home, it may be necessary to step away for some breathing room. Book a vacation so everyone can unwind and recharge.

Take a deep breath and try to relax, Leo.You have been operating on overdrive for some time now and you’re just about out of gas. Book that vacation, pronto.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

A promising collaboration may be on the horizon,Virgo. This could prove interesting and also propel a hobby or your career a bit further than you had anticipated.

MATH MIND

A dream or a passion project you have been working on for several months may finally come to fruition, Scorpio. Make changes gradually and success will follow.

BENDER

Sagittarius, there’s no wiggle room left for apprehension or ambivalence. Take action this week and it could be a turning point in your life. Seal the deal however you choose.

Capricorn, the key to landing on your feet is to always expect the curveballs that will be thrown your way.This way you are always on your toes and can adapt quickly.

Now is a good time to declutter your life, Aquarius. Start sorting through your belongings, then move on to any emotional baggage you’ve been carrying.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

This week is ripe for love, Pisces. A romantic connection may finally bloom or you may get news that someone is expecting a baby.

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Career Opportunities

English/Mandarin/Spanish • Interpreter/Translator

Requirements:

• 5 years of full-time experience working as a translator/interpreter in English, Mandarin and Spanish. • Mastery in English, Mandarin and Spanish in both oral and written forms. • Fluency in other languages such as Taiwanese and Cantonese would be an asset. • Knowledge of business administration and international trade. • Criminal record check and driver’s license extract. In this role, you will communicate and liaise with our local and international clients in China, Taiwan, H.K, North America and Latin America. You will provide help with any documentation that needs to be translated or prepared for clients using Spanish as well as Mandarin.

Responsibilities:

• Translate, revise and update the existing written material into Mandarin, and Spanish from English and vice versa. • Review, proofread and update company documents and manuals in English, Mandarin and Spanish. • Provide prompt and timely response to clients’ inquiries by phone or by e-mail. • Research, translate and update current and upcoming research articles into English, Mandarin and Spanish. • Transcribe and translate video and audio archives from English to Mandarin and Spanish and vice versa. • Translate and maintain Sunmore’s website with the updated information in English, Mandarin and Spanish. • Able to travel with sales representatives to overseas countries for interpretation in English, Mandarin and Spanish.

Please send your resume and cover letter to Donna Chang at sunmore925@gmail.com, sunmore@sunmoreginseng.com Cell: 250-371-7462, Sunmore Healthtech Ltd, 925 McGill Place, Kamloops, B.C. V2C6N9, Canada. Tel: 250-374-3017 Fax: 250-374-3011, official website www.sunmoreginseng.com.

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Sunmore Healthtech Ltd., a leading North American Ginseng manufacturer and retailer in Kamloops BC, Canada, is seeking an English/Mandarin/Spanish interpreter/translator for expanding local and overseas markets, to work in Kamloops, B.C. on a full-time permanent basis, 40 hours per week, at the wage of $28/hour, with overtime payment of 1.5 times of the wage per working period exceeding 40 hours/week to join our friendly and professional team.

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Gillespie & Company LLP has an opening for an experienced litigation assistant to join our personal injury department. We offer a range of benefits including RRSP contribution and a maternity EI top-up for staff members. If you are interested in joining our team, please contact Lorraine Gruber at lgruber@gillespieco.ca #200 - 121 St. Paul Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 3K8 250 374-4463 www.gillespieco.ca

West Fraser is a growing, diversified wood products company with 40 facilities and 8000 employees in western Canada and the southern United States. North America’s largest lumber producer, West Fraser has been recognized as one of Canada’s 10 Best Companies to Work For, and one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers three times. Our investments in modern, competitive manufacturing facilities, product innovation and bioenergy are adding up to a bright future. Are you interested in working for a company that offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path? West Fraser’s 100 Mile Lumber, located in 100 Mile House, BC, is currently looking for a motivated:

SAWFILER SUPERVISOR Reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent, the successful candidate will work with the Saw Filing Department in all aspects of saw filing. Duties include: O Maintenance of work place and saw filing safety O Achieving production targets O Inspecting, maintaining, and calibrating precision equipment O Enforcement of filing shop quality control standards O Designing of saws O Calculating saw speeds and feeds O Maintaining spare parts inventory O Shift scheduling O Troubleshooting and examining saws for defects O Management of saw box water and lubrication Position requirements include: O Ability to work in a team environment or independently with little supervision O Experience benching round saws and band saws (e.g. repairing, tensioning, leveling, tipping, sharpening) O Knowledge of functionality, maintenance, and alignment associated with a Canter, 6ft Band Rig, Trim Saw, Gang Saws, Edgers, and Chippers O Ability to service and supervise all aspects of saw maintenance for stellite and carbide saws O Understanding of preventive maintenance processes related to saw shop and sawmill machinery O Technical understanding of the manufacturing and servicing of saws, guides, and chipping knifes O Understanding of basic MS Office software O Schedule flexibility – as work may require day, evening, and weekend shifts O Preference will be given to a Valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson Saw Filer certification West Fraser is currently looking for individuals who are interested in a full time long-term career. We offer an excellent compensation package including: a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with excellent career development opportunities. Recent upgrades to the sawmill highlight West Fraser’s ongoing commitment to maintaining 100 Mile Lumber as one of the leaders in the forest industry. The community of 100 Mile House offers excellent year-round recreational opportunities; great medical and educational facilities. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter in confidence no later than March 31, 2017 to: shawn.nicol@westfraser.com For more information on West Fraser and other career opportunities, visit our website at www.westfraser.com/jobs. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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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As New Teak Table 43x75 Ex 48â€?, 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.

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING CLERK required for dynamic consulting firm. CLERK TRUE Consulting provides planning and required for dynamic *some restrictions apply engineering consulting firm. services in a progressive TRUE Consulting Firearms environment. We are looking for a highly provides planning and 1939 Winchester Mod. 94 motivated, well organized administrative engineering services 30:30. $900. Exec cond. 250372-5489. assistant to join our successful team. Learn in a progressive Remington 7mm Bushnell environment. We are more about this exciting opportunity at 3x9. Floated-bedded, dies. looking for a partwww.true.bc.ca. 50RD nosler ammo +more. $850. 376-5551. time, highly motivated, well organized Firewood/Fuel administrative ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. assistant to join our For delivery birch, fir & pine. successful team. Stock up now. Campfire wood. (250) 377-3457. Learn more about this exciting opportunity at Fir Firewood split or rounds delivered. Measured cords. www.true.bc.ca. 250-371-4949

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BUYING all Coins, Collections, Gold & Silver, Olympic Coins Sets, Paper Currency + Local. Call Chad: 250-863-3082

Lemond RevMaster Spin Bike. Model 15300-7. $500. Like New. 250-372-8406.

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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Wanted jewellery of all kinds: Gold, Silver, Costume jewelry Also buying Coin Collections. Christine 1-778-281-0030

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Drive for Excellence - Join Our Team! Westcan Bulk Transport is seeking company drivers to haul dry bulk commodities in pneumatic trailers throughout Western Canada. This opportunity is for skilled Class 1 drivers with any amount of bulk hauling experience coupled with 2 years of highway/mountain driving (full time or rotational contract options available). Westcan offers: x very competitive km/trip combo rates with numerous bonus opportunities x various schedules available x Group insurance benefits include health, dental, vision care and much more!

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Buying bullion, bars, coins, coin collection, paper money collections, world, Canada & U.S., Todd1- 250- 864-3521

Interested applicants apply online at www.westcanbulk.ca under the Join Our Team link.

Animals sold as â€œpurebred stockâ€? must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

for only $46.81/week, we will place your classified ad into Kamloops, Vernon & Salmon Arm.

Vita-pure water softener new. $350. 2011 GM 8ft boxliner. $50. 250-256-0084.

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

2sm antique armchairs $600, wool area rug 9x7 $400 (778) 471-8627

Feed & Hay

Solid oak table $97, China Cabinet $119 Kitchen cabinet set $395 (250) 299-6477

Misc. Wanted

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

Pets & Livestock

Professional Hydraulic salon chair. Good condition. $80. 250-376-3741.

Misc. for Sale

Invacare Wheelchair. Excellent condition. $550/obo. 250376-9680.

Dr. Chris Wilson is seeking an experienced full-time Certified Dental Assistant to join the Grasslands Dental Care team. Applicants with Prosthodontic module are preferred. Our practice is located at 1222 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC. Interested applicants please contact us at 250-3765433 or email: smile.dentalcareers@gmail.com

Heavy Duty Machinery

Furniture

Hay for Sale. First and Second Crop. $7-up. 250-319-3353.

Part time cleaning person needed Reply to Box 1087, c/o KTW, 1365B Dalhousie Dr. Kamloops BC V2C 5P6

Kubota AV2500 Generator. $585. 250-374-1988

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Tools Assorted welding rods, stainless, copper etc. $450/obo. 250-376-2504.

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Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $900. 250-374-8933.

Campbell Hausfield 2H.P. Electric Mobile Air Compressor. $300. 778-921-2378.

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Rte 590 â€“ 1387 Copperhead Dr, Saskatoon Pl. â€“ 36 p. Rte 591 â€“ 1941 Hillside Dr. â€“ 19 p. DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 750 â€“ 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. â€“ 30 papers Rte 761 â€“ 6022-6686 Furrer Rd, Houston Pl, Parlow Rd, Pearse Pl, Urban Rd. â€“ 61 papers Rte 781 â€“ Duncan Rd, Durango Dr, Sonora Rd, Wittner Rd. â€“ 42 papers DOWNTOWN/LOWER SAHALI Rte 310 â€“ 651-695 2nd Ave, 660-690 3rd Ave, 110-292 Columbia St (even side), 106-321 Nicola St. - 59 p. Rte 311 â€“ 423-676 1st Ave, 440553 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 135-173 St. Paul St. â€“ 31 p. Rte 313 â€“ 430-664 4th Ave, 520-577 5th Ave, 435-551

Battle St, 506 Columbia St, 406-577 Nicola St. â€“ 44 p. Rte 327 â€“ 1103-1459 Columbia St (odd), 12031296 Dominion St. â€“ 39 p. Rte 334 â€“ 975 13th Ave, 1104-1276 Pine St, 12011274 Pleasant St. â€“ 44 p. Rte 380 â€“ Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. â€“ 60 papers Rte 381 â€“ 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. â€“ 45 papers Rte 404 â€“ Chapperon Dr, 108-439 Greenstone Dr, Pyramid Crt. â€“ 71 papers Rte 405 â€“ Anvil Cres, Bestwick Dr & Crts, Mahood Pl, Morrisey Pl. â€“ 86 papers Rte 406 â€“ 108-492 McGill Rd. â€“ 62 papers RAYLEIGH Rte 830 â€“ Chetwynd Dr, Stevens Dr. â€“ 59 p. Rte 834 â€“ Armour Pl, MattockMcKeague Rd, Sabiston Crt & Pl, 4205-4435 Spurraway Rd. â€“ 64 p

SUNRIVERS Rte 870 â€“ Mariposa Crt, Sagewood Crt, Dr, Lane, St, 100 Sun Rivers Dr. â€“ 49 papers Rte 874 â€“ Canyon Ridge (area), 1400-1448 Sunrivers Dr. â€“ 28 papers Rte 875 â€“ Golf Ridge (area), 20002028 Sunrivers Dr. â€“ 26 papers Rte 877 â€“ The Pointe Pl â€“ 15 papers Rte 878 â€“ Stone Ridge Cres, Dr, Lane. â€“ 35 papers Rte 880 â€“ Belmonte (area), Sillaro Dr, Visao Crt & Terr. â€“ 71 p. VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER Rte 617 â€“ 2401-2515 Valleyview Dr, Valleyview Pl. â€“ 50 p. Rte 621 â€“ Duck Rd, Skelly Rd, 96 Tanager Dr, 2606-2876 Thompson Dr. â€“ 54 p. Rte 661 â€“ 2703-2909 Quâ€™Appelle Blvd. â€“ 46 p. WESTSYDE Rte 206 â€“ Dickenson Rd, Walkem Rd, 1835-1995 Westsyde Rd, Yates Rd. â€“ 50 p.

SAHALI Rte â€“ 478 â€“ 191-299 Chancellor Dr, Sentry Pl, Sovereign Crt, The Pinnacles. â€“ 43 p. Rte â€“ 480 â€“ 3-183 Chancellor 'U 6DSSKLUH &UW 6KHIĂ€HOG Way, Steeple Crt. â€“ 54 p.

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Seeking: Experienced Civil Litigation Assistant If you have appropriate experience including all court filing processes, are well organized, and have a keen eye for detail, and you are wanting to work in a boutique law firm that promotes a healthy work/life balance, competitive salary, health benefits, and a great professional experience please apply by email only to Jen Ford â€“ jford@bilkeylaw.ca.

Livestock

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

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Real Estate Houses For Sale 3-Bdrm Mobile on 2 Acres. 8905 Kealty Rd. 9 KM up Hwy from Heffley Creek Store. Fixer-up or build. River very close.

$219,000

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Mobile Homes & Parks Ranchland Trailer Park 2bdrm mobile. Newly renoâ€™d, new H/W tank. $20,000. 578-2539.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

THOMPSON VILLA APARTMENTS 2-Bedroom Apartments $1050 Bachelor Apartments $710-$720 â€˘ Seniors Orientated â€˘ Close to the Hospital â€˘ Quiet Living Space â€˘ Underground Parking â€˘ Newly Renovated Suites â€˘ No Smoking

520 Battle Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C 2M2 Contact Jean: 250-372-0510 Dallas Towne Centre New & modern units, 3 bdrm, 2 baths, f/s/d/w/d, a/c, NS, pet neg. with deposit. Please call 250-851-9310.

Northland Apartments Bachelor Suite $845 per month 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Adult Oriented No Pets Elevators / Dishwashers Common Laundry $845-$1,050 per month North Shore 250-376-1427 South Shore 250-314-1135

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Recreational/Sale

Trucks & Vans

**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.

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

Rentals

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Sahali 2bdrms, close to TRU and all amenities. $1200/mo +util. 778-257-2804/376-0716

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2000 Dodge Dakota. Full load. V-6. 195kms. 1-owner, canopy. Good Cond. $5,500. 3763480 2001 3/4 Ton Chevy Truck alum flatdeck. V-8, 6.6 diesel. $5,000. Mark 250-515-0357.

1bdrm Hospital, TRU area Student or quiet person $495/ $725 n/s, n/p (250) 299-6477 2bdrm daylight suite, Sahali. $950/mo. incld util. N/S, N/P. Near bus stop. 250-318-4756. Vacant renoâ€™d 2bdrm, sep entr, C/A, patio, refâ€™s req., suitable for couple. $950/mo. 250-376-0633. Westsyde large 1bdrm ground level suite. No stairs. Suitable for single 55+. N/S. Jan 1st. $950. 250-320-9567.

Townhouses TOWNHOUSES Best Value In Town

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

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Sport Utility Vehicle 1981 GMC Suburban 4X4. Re-built motor/trans. Good shape. $2,500. 778-469-5434

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Cars - Sports & Imports

2009 Subaru Outback. 1owner. 190,000kms. Sport shifter. Exec. cond. Winter/summer tires on rims. Remote starter. $10,000. 250-554-2977.

RICKSâ€™S SMALL HAUL

PETERâ€™S YARD SERVICE

For all Deliveries & Dump Runs. Extra large dump trailers for rent. Dump Truck Long and Short Hauls!!

Fruit Tree Pruning or Tree Removal

250-377-3457

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Home Improvements

Yard clean-up, Hedge trimming, Dump Runs Licensed & Certiďƒžed

250-572-0753

Stucco/Siding

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Contractors

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2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350. Black, AWD. Fully loaded. 160,000kms. $15,000. 250319-9291. Jeep YJ 4x4 1987 restored, 6cyl 5sp, lifted, 33â€?tires on Eagle Rims, 10,000 lb Winch, over $15,000 invested asking $12000 (250) 828-0931

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Boats 14ft. Runabout boat. 40hp Johnson motor on trailer. $1500/obo. 778-469-5434.

Provoak Industries hand made 16ft. Cedar Strip Canoe. Weighs 65lbs. Includes 2 paddles. Great lake canoe. $2500/obo. 250-828-0782.

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NOTICE OF SALE Be advised Nick Ivany that we will be selling the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 4 door sedan Vin# JA3AJ66F35U600882 to pay the cost of repairs amounting $2645.74 that you authorized to repair the vehicle. The sale will take place after March 31, 2017 at 2063 Trans Canada Hwy East. Kamloops, BC

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

1995 11ft. Caribou Camper. Fully loaded. Shower/toilet. $10,000. 250-672-9820. 2005, 38â€™ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $14,900. (778) 468-5019.

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2007 Chev One Ton C.Cab. 6.0L, V-8, Auto, 4X4, full load. 254,000kms. Clean/no issues. $7,500/obo. 778-921-2378.

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Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $5,500.00/obo 250-554-0580

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2005 Dodge Dakota 4X4, V-6. 154,000kms. Fully loaded. Rear diff rebuilt & new fwd DT. Keyless entry, summers/winters on rims. NO TRADES. $12,000/obo. Txt or call David 250-571-2559.

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2006 Subaru Impreza. 214,000kms. Manual. Clean inside/out. Exec. Cond, Winters/summer on rims. Regular Maintenance. Moving Must Sell! $5,300/obo. Call or Text 778-681-4105

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1998 Toyota Tacoma Truck. 150,000km on new motor. Runs great, exec cond, no rust. Boat loader not included. $6,800 250-374-1988.

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Homes for Rent All Furnished5Bd+,nrTRU/RIH denViewDeckCozy nsp $2700. 250-314-0909pg604-802-5649

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Businesses&SERVICES

ROOMMATE: Working or student to share N/Shore home $500 /mo 250-376-0953 Senior looking to share home on river, 15/miles east of Kamloops Over 40. N/S, N/D, $775/mo. 250-573-5498.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Richard (Dick) Thomas Harvey Sharpe

February 10th, 1926 – March 6th, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard (Dick) Sharpe on March 6, 2017 at the age of 91.

FRED FISCHER 1934 - 2014

Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re always there Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered every day Love always, Barb and family

He is survived by his wife of close to 48 years Donna, his three daughters Linda Kirchner, Donna Ternes and Sharon Sharpe, six grandchildren Rick (Robin) Kirchner, Heather (Aenea) Palma, Justin (Melanie) Ternes, Kristine (Alain) Deschenes, Noel (Tomoko) Deschenes, Brian Deschenes, and twelve greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Lois (Jack) Northcutt and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother and father Anne and Harvey Sharpe, his sister Gini (Herb) Krieg and his first wife Betty. Dick lived a long and happy life with many good friends and family whom he loved dearly, and who loved him and would do anything to help him. In later years, he had many health problems, but he always seemed to reach into his reserve strength to bounce back and carry on. Dick was born in Calgary, but his family moved to the Okanagan when he was 10 because he had a heart condition that required a different elevation and climate. During WWII he joined the Canadian Navy and was a DEMS (defensively equipped merchant ships) gunner. After the war, he worked on the CPR on Steam Trains

He enjoyed many years at his cabin at Walloper Lake where he and Donna entertained friends, family and even a bear one Thanksgiving who stole the turkey the night before it was to be cooked. There will not be a service at this time but family and friends will gather for a Celebration of his Life at a later date. Special thanks to the nurses and staff on 7 North and 5 North at Royal Inland Hospital, Dr. Borstlap, Dr. Tynan and Dr. Malan who helped him through this last difficult year. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to his favorite charities, the Kamloops branches of the Salvation Army and the BCSPCA. Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

Wayne Clark Edmondson 1937 - 2017

Wayne passed away suddenly on February 28th, 2017 at the age of 79.

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Wayne is survived by his partner of 18 years Jennifer, his sons Matt (Kim), Clark (Nicole) Edmondson and grandchildren and will be missed by his best friend

Wayne was a jack of all trades and was happiest when building and making “things”, spending numerous hours in the workshop (garage) and “touring” the subdivision on his scooter. He looked forward every year to our annual golfing trips with Dave and JoAnn Carr and out golfed us most of the time. Wayne enjoyed fishing on Leighton and Tunkwa Lake and of course the big one always got away!! Wayne organised the Carpet bowling at the OAPO hall and was a competitive carpet bowler and this year his team came in first overall and won the trophy. Always ready to lend a hand to anyone at any time. “Rough on the outside and soft on the inside” I miss you Forever in my heart Jennifer

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running through the Kettle Valley and the Coquihalla. After 11 years on the railway the diesel engines replaced many employees and so he found work as a salesman and mechanic for Singer Company. He later started his own sewing company and serviced sewing machines in home economics classrooms throughout the Interior from Boston Bar to Revelstoke.

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Barbara Savarella Barbara Savarella passed away on March 7th, 2017 at the ripe old age of 90. Barbara is survived by her son Roy of Kamloops, BC, John (Sue) of Kamloops, BC, Les (Cary) of McBride, BC, and daughter Linda (John) Brownlee, and daughters of Kamloops, BC, as well as four grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister Vi. Barbara was predeceased by her husband Boris (Buck) in April of 2003, her mother Barbara Tihor, her father Leslie Tihor and her sisters Irene and Julia and brother Leslie. Barbara was born in Hungary and moved to Saskatchewan as a child. She worked at different jobs until she and a friend moved out to BC, where she worked as a short order cook in different establishments throughout the province. The family would like to thank Mom’s doctors, nurses and nursing students for their warm compassion and professional care; as they all said she was one feisty lady. There will be no service, but a gathering at a later date to remember Mom; that was her wish. Also thank you to the staff and all of her friends at Kamloops Senior’s Village, where every time she came back, she would say “fooled you, I’m back again. ” Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Helena (Helen) Corley (née Rudniski)

January 19, 1936 to March 5, 2017 We, the children of Helen, are heartbroken to announce the passing of our mother and dad’s wife and lifelong love after a brief period of illness and injury. Mom married Robert (Bob) Corley on May 15, 1959 and the couple settled down in Loon Lake, BC. In 1963 their eldest daughter, Denise-Lynn was born. Soon after that our young family moved to Cache Creek, BC where a second daughter, Jacqueline was born. Mom and dad have enjoyed many years together since in their home and in the community. We are left to mourn Mom: Denise-Lynn (Dennis) of Spruce Grove, AB and Jacquie (Raymond) of Ashcroft, BC. Nana will also be greatly missed by Chad McMahon and Amy Frey. Extended family that mom loved as her own are Matthew and Linda, children James, Clara Rose and Emma; Jennifer; Melanie and Lloyd Johnson. On the Frey side it is Clint and his boys George and EJ; and Andy. Mom was born in Hazel Dell, Saskatchewan on January 19, 1936 to Yukim and Michalina Rudniski. She was the 7th of nine children. Mom is predeceased by her parents, her sister Mary who died shortly after birth, her brothers Michael (Shirley), Joseph (Eileen), Frank (Maxine). Also predeceasing Mom were sisters Pauline (John), Anne (Kenneth) and sisters-in-law Shirley, brothers-in-law Walter and John. Mom’s sisters Stella Federuik and Rose Bishko also feel the void from mom’s passing. On dad’s side, mom is predeceased by Mary and Earl Corley; dad’s sisters Marie and Rosella; brothers Dave, Louie and Wilbert. Dad’s family of Ivy (Nip), Ida (Bob), Ken, Harold (Gail), Eleanor, and Shirley (Malcolm) are helping dad get through this sorrowful time. There are numerous nieces and nephews and their families on both sides that miss mom dearly. Mom was the consummate volunteer. From the inception of the Cache Creek Recreation Commission to her involvement with the Royal Purple, she worked tirelessly to benefit the community. Majorettes, the community pool, swim meets and Canada Day celebrations are but a few of her many ventures. Mom’s working life included being a Nurse’s Aide in Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan as well as at the Lady Minto Hospital in Ashcroft. She was also instrumental in the opening and running of the Veterinary Clinic in Cache Creek. Mom was proudest of all to be dad’s partner in life and in business. Really, any work that needed to be done would be taken care of with mom around. There is no funeral planned at the moment. Interment will be at the Cache Creek cemetery. In lieu of flowers, and in our mom’s essence, we ask that you give your loved ones a hug as mom was notorious for her warm embracing hugs. We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the staff at the Ashcroft Health Centre, and the Ashcroft Medical Clinic. In addition, many thanks to Dr. Obu, Dr. Ackermann, Dr. G. Schumacher, Dr. Proctor, Dr. Lin, Dr. Varma, Dr. Picton, Dr. Pace-Ascpiak, the Kelowna Cancer Clinic, the Southern Interior Rotary Lodge, the staff at Majorie Willoughby-Snowden Hospice House, Royal Inland Hospital Thompson Valley Funeral Home Ltd. E.R. 2 West, 3 West, 5 North and Ashcroft Peoples Drug Mart for all their professionalism Ordinary people. Extraordinary care. 250-453-9802 ~ 1-800-295-5138 and care throughout mom’s journey.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Rhondalyn Davies

Arnold Francis Nagy

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved Rhonda, who passed away on March 5, 2017 with family and friends by her side.

Arnold passed away in Kelowna, BC on March 7, 2017 due to Heart Disease. Born June 1, 1938 in Rock Dell, Sask, he is survived by his wife of 58 years Elsie, his daughters Linda (Dave), Brenda (Sean), Pat (Wade) and grandchildren Troy (Tempal), Kianna, Erin and Kate (Josh), and his brother Bradley (Loretta).

She is predeceased by her father Ron and leaves to mourn her mother Marion, sisters Kimberley (Lee Nohos), Carol (Gord Dejong) and their children.

He is predeceased by his parents Mike and Margaret, brother Don, sisters Marlene and Eileen.

Rhonda’s greatest regret was leaving her two sons, Evan and Stephen, as they were the absolute loves of her life. Rhonda will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Rhonda had several very close friends and a great support system in her neighbors. The family would like to thank Dr. Stephen Jones and the staff of the ICU ward at RIH. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 255 Nicola Street, Kamloops, BC on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 3:00 pm.

Arrangements by Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services.

After graduating from Notre Dame College in Saskatchewan, Arnie and Elsie started their married life in Tisdale where he began a 25 year career as a linesman with Sask. Power. Building their family in the towns of Melville and Gull Lake, the family moved west to Sorrento, BC in 1969, where they became the proud owners of the Sorrento Gulf Service. Arnie loved Sorrento and was a true leader for the community. He successfully led a team of community volunteers establishing the Sorrento Fire Department where he proudly served as Fire Chief for 19 years. He was one of the founding members of the Sorrento Lions Club serving as President several times as well as participating in numerous other community organizations. He later joined Interfor Forest Products in Adams Lake as a Heavy Duty Mechanic until his retirement.

included animals, reading, fishing, gardening, tractors, flying, snowmobiling, motorcycling, boating and spending time with friends. Everyone will miss Arnie‘s smiles, laughs and teasing at the twice daily coffee breaks and Biker Breakfasts in Sorrento. He was an incredibly patient, trusting and forgiving man, willing to help anyone in need of an ear, a big bear hug a warm meal or a warm bed to rest. We loved him with all our hearts. His encouraging, inspiring and courageous spirit will be dearly missed. Special thanks to staff at Salmon Arm ICU, Kelowna Hospital Cardiac Unit and to Craig at Bowers Funeral Home for their kindness. An extra special thank you to friends and family for all your love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the South Shuswap First Responders, Box 555, Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sorrento Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 18th, 2017 at 2:00 pm.

by Henry Van Dyke

I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is on object of beauty & strength & I stand & watch her, until at length, she is only a speck of white cloud just wheret he seas & sky meet and mingle with each other. Then someone at my side exclaims, “There, she’s gone!” Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all. She is just as large as she was when she left my side & just as able to bear her load of living freight to the place of her destination. Her diminished size is in me, not her. And just at the moment when someone at my side says she is gone, there are other eyes watching for her coming and other voices ready to take up the glad shout “There she comes!”.

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