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Multiple days of searching have failed to yield any sign of Ryan Shtuka, the 19-year-old man who vanished early this past Saturday morning after leaving a party on Burfield Drive in Sun Peaks.

Shtuka was last seen at 2:10 a.m. on Feb. 17 and is believed to have left the party to walk the short distance to his home in Sun Peaks.

But Shtuka did not show up at work that day and has not been active on social media or on his cellphone.

Kamloops Search and Rescue was called out and searched the area in and around the village on Sunday and Monday.

“KSAR is now suspended from searching; however, the RCMP is continuing to lead the investigation and any additional search efforts,” the search and rescue group said on Monday.

KSAR used 22 members in the search on Sunday, from 5 a.m. to midnight, in addition to search dogs, snowmobiles,

drones with infrared cameras and helicopters.

Helping search and rescue crews were 74 volunteers from the community.

Shtuka was last seen wearing dark jeans, a grey/white shirt, a blue coat and a burgundy ball cap. He is white, stands 5-foot10, weighs 70 kilograms (155 pounds) and has blond hair and brown eyes.

Anybody with information on the whereabouts of Shtuka is asked to call police at 250828-3000.

Abduction attempt reported Police east of Kamloops are warning parents to remind their children about safety principles after an alleged abduction attempt targeting a 14-year-old girl in Pritchard.

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Linklater said investigators believe the girl got off her school bus near Martin Prairie Road at about 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15, when she was approached by a man driving a maroon-coloured sedan with a black hood.

“The girl reported the man spoke to her, telling her he was to pick her up,” Linklater said. “The girl declined the ride, to which the man forcefully told her to get in the vehicle. The girl ran to a nearby residence and the man left the area.”

The suspect is described as a 40-yearold white man with a receding hairline, dark hair and sideburns extending to a moustache and goatee.

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Violent new details emerged in court on Monday after a Kamloops man admitted to pulling a gun on a police officer during an altercation outside a Valleyview motel last year.

Michael Shawn Boyer was shot in the back as he moved away from Kamloops RCMP Const. Matthew James on Nov. 4, 2017, court heard Monday.

James fired another shot in Boyer’s direction moments later.

At the time, police said only that shots were fired. Boyer was wearing body armour.

When he was arrested two days later, after an exhaustive manhunt, police found a spent round in the upper left shoulder of his Kevlar vest and a matching bullet hole in his backpack.

Boyer, 41, pleaded guilty on Monday to charges of carrying a weapon and using an imitation firearm in the commission of an offence.

He was sentenced to two years in jail less time served.

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According to an agreed statement of facts filed during Boyer’s sentencing hearing, James happened upon a potential drug transaction involving Boyer outside the Tournament Inn just before 5:30 p.m.

The document states James approached Boyer and told him he wanted to pat him down for officer safety. Boyer turned away from James, who then said he was being detained.

James grabbed Boyer and a struggle ensued. Boyer knocked James to the ground.

“He [James] was on his hands and knees when Boyer produced a weapon and pointed it at him,” the document reads.

“It appeared to be a semi-automatic handgun. Const. James believed the gun was real.”

James then reached for his sidearm, to which Boyer yelled, “If you go for your gun, I’ll shoot you,” the document states.

James put his hands in the air.

“Boyer began to walk away,” the document continues.

“Const. James was able to stand up and back away as well. When Boyer turned away, Const. James drew his service pistol.

“Boyer began to move towards the stairwell of the motel. Const. James fired a shot at Boyer’s back, considering him to be an active threat to himself, other responding members as well as the general public.”

James then took cover behind his RCMP cruiser.

“He saw Boyer come back into view still holding a weapon,” the document states.

“Const. James fired another shot at him.

Boyer disappeared from view and Const.

James held his position until other members arrived.”

Independent Investigations Office spokesman Marten Youssef said investigators told KTW on Monday his office was looking into the matter.

The IIO, B.C.’s police watchdog agency, issued a press release Tuesday saying Kamloops RCMP had no obligation to report the shooting because Boyer did not suffer serious injuries.

James remains off work, court heard, dealing with a shoulder injury he suffered during the altercation. He is expected to be off for a year.

In addition to the jail time, Boyer will also be prohibited for life from possessing firearms.

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Ice rink study approved Affordable housing Council allots $50,000 to determine location, cost

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Kamloops city council has approved a $50,000 study to choose a location and determine the cost for a refrigerated outdoor ice rink.

The study, which would prepare the city to do a final design and build of the rink, was one of a handful of community and staff requests debated in a special budget meeting Tuesday.

More than half those requests — including several items which could effect this year’s property tax increase — did not make it to debate in the time allotted.

Councillors will continue discussing the list in another special meeting next Tuesday.

The ice rink study will be funded using community works grant money from the federal and

provincial governments and won’t effect this year’s property tax rate, which now sits at 1.8 per cent.

Should council approve all the requests which do require taxation, it would bring this year’s tax hike to just under 2.1 per cent, or about $43 for an averageassessed home worth $377,000.

While councillors said they support the creation of a new rink, there was not a consensus on where it should be built.

Coun. Tina Lange suggested the former Stuart Wood elementary, which is slated to become a museum, as another way of attracting visitors to the site. Coun. Donovan Cavers favoured Riverside Park, where an existing concrete pad near the concessions building might offer cost savings.

Coun. Pat Wallace said she would not support a study that left McArthur Island Park off the list of

potential spots for the rink.

“It is the North Shore’s turn when you look at all the amenities we’ve got,” she said.

Parks, recreation and cultural services director Byron McCorkell said the rink will likely cost about $1 million, but the study will allow staff to put a specific price on the work.

“It all comes down to where. What are the soil conditions, what is our access to power and gas?

What other infrastructure do we have access to in the area?” he said.

Council also agreed to use $10,000 from last year’s $1.5-million surplus to help pay for a curtain to divide the gymnasium at Pacific Way elementary.

McCorkell said the divider will improve the city’s recreational programming at the gym, which functions as a community athletics space when the school day ends.

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The City of Kamloops has finalized a deal that will result in an affordable-housing development to rise at Spirit Square on the North Shore.

Included in the deal is the city selling to Arpa Investments the 60-year lease of part of Spirit Square.

The city announced on Tuesday a land deal with Arpa involving several parcels of land on MacKenzie Avenue and Yew Street, centred on Spirit Square.

Subject to rezoning, the Spirit Square land deal includes the city buying from Arpa property at 426 and 428 MacKenzie Ave. for $408,000 and the sale of a third of a hectare (3,275 square metres) of city property to Arpa for $680,000, including 103 and 107 Yew St. and a portion of the adja-

KTW FILE PHOTO On Tuesday, the City of Kamloops announced a deal that will result in affordable housing at Spirit Square on the North Shore.

cent roadway, a portion of Spirit Square and parts of 426, 438, and 440 MacKenzie Ave. The city is also selling to Arpa for $1 the 60-year lease of part of Spirit Square and parts of 426, 438, and 440 MacKenzie Ave., which will be used for an affordable-housing project.

In addition to the Spirit Square land deal, the former Thrupp Manor site at 577 and 591 Royal Ave., owned

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Stone, Milobar criticize NDP budget for falling short of election promises DIRK MEISSNER

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British Columbia moved to ease the province’s housing crisis on Tuesday with a new tax on property speculators and higher taxes on foreign homebuyers with a budget that plans to create 114,000 affordable housing units over the next decade.

Finance Minister Carole James said the tax measures are part of the government’s aim to improve housing affordability in markets where some seniors are forced to live in their vehicles and young professionals are refusing to take jobs in B.C. because they can’t find a place to live.

“We can’t fix the housing crisis overnight but we can act,’’ James said. “A budget is more than revenue and expenses. A budget is about people. It’s about the kind of communities we want and the kind of future we want.”

Kamloops MLAs echoed each other when they said the budget fails to live up to the promises the NDP made in the last provincial election.

Todd Stone (KamloopsSouth Thompson) and Peter Milobar (Kamloops-North Thompson) pointed to the promised $400 renters’ rebate and $10-a-day day-care costs, key planks during the campaign, but not found in the budget released on Tuesday.

Milobar said he expected a heavy taxation budget.

“And that’s what we got,” he said.

Milobar criticized the projected $8 billion in new taxation to be collected and how that will impact job creation and growing the economy.

He said the budget is “an absolute assault on job creation in B.C.” due to new taxation.

Speaking of budget content that could directly impact Kamloops, Stone called it ominous the government has projected a decrease in revenue from the natural resources sector, calling it “a great worry to Kamloops and region.”

As for other concerns, Stone noted there is nothing in the budget committing the government to completing the four-lane project for the Trans-Canada Highway from Kamloops to the B.C./Alberta border nor how the government might change its education funding formula.

He said many of the announcements are reannouncements by the government.

James defended the new and increased taxes in her budget as the right path to restore affordability.

Easing the financial pinch felt by families was a recurring theme in the first full budget brought in by the NDP since it came to power last summer.

“We live in a province rich

in people, resources, natural beauty and opportunities,’’ James said in her budget speech. “Yet those opportunities have become further and further out of reach for many.’’

B.C.’s housing crisis was a major issue in last year’s provincial election that saw the New Democrats form a minority government with the backing of the three-member Green caucus, ending the Liberals’ grip on power after 16 years in what was largely seen as a rebuke of its tightfisted fiscal management that neglected spending on social programs.

James said the budget reflects the outcome of the election.

“It’s time for a different approach,’’ she said. “It’s time everyone in our province is part of our prosperity.”

The speculation tax will come in later this year, targeting foreign and domestic buyers who do not pay B.C. income tax in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, the Victoria-area, Nanaimo Regional District, Kelowna and West Kelowna.

The foreign buyers’ tax jumps from 15 to 20 per cent on Wednesday and will be expanded beyond Metro Vancouver to include much of southern Vancouver Island, the central Okanagan and the Fraser Valley.

“Our goal is fairness,’’ James

said. “This is a major step to end speculation in our marketplace. We’re asking those who benefited from high prices to give a little bit back.”

The government will also eliminate medical services premiums on Jan. 1, 2020, saving individuals up to $900 annually and families $1,800.

It will be replaced with a new payroll tax on employers, although those with payrolls under $500,000 will be exempt.

James described the government’s plan to invest more than $1 billion in child care as historic for B.C. The money will help create more than 22,000 spaces and offer monthly benefits of $1,250 to 86,000 families.

James said despite a shortfall of more than $1 billion at the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia and the high cost of fighting last year’s wildfires, the budget is forecast to have a surplus of $219 million for 2018-19.

Economic growth is forecast at 2.3 per cent this year and the jobless rate of 5.1 per cent last year was the lowest in Canada.

“The budget is balanced in its approach and it’s fiscally balanced,’’ James said. “It makes a historic investment to take care of children. It takes bold steps to tackle the housing crisis.”

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What Does Reconciliation Look and Feel Like?

Examine those questions through this interactive play called sxw?amet, which means home in the Coast Salish dialect of Hnqminm.

7:30–9:30 pm, Grand Hall, Campus Activity Centre Tickets: $10–15.

Feb. 27

TNRD Talks: Freedom To Read Panel Discussion Join a conversation on issues around censorship, bans and intellectual freedom as they relate to books and reading. The panel includes three TRU representatives.

7–9 pm, Alpine Room, Campus Activity Centre

March 1–3, March 8–10 Live Theatre

Rethink the Shakespeare classic Twelfth Night during this roving production, which features cast and audience spilling into Student Street.

7:30–10:30 pm, Black Box Theatre, Old Main Tickets: $15 at the box office, or call 250-377-6100.

March 3

TEDx TRU: Growing Through Our Truths Be inspired by the real-life stories of eight presenters from various backgrounds and walks of life.

11 am–4 pm, Grand Hall, Campus Activity Centre More info: tedxtru.com

March 5–9 IDays

IDays 2018 uses food as a lens to explore culture, community and sustainability, and how the local connects to the global. Choose from workshops, lectures, displays and performances.

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n Wednesday, a press conference will be held at Spirit Square on the North Shore, where details of the latest city-initiated affordable housing project will be revealed.

On Tuesday, the city confirmed long-rumoured plans that will see vacant land in and around Spirit Square used for affordable-housing units.

As detailed on page A6 of today’s edition of KTW and online at kamloopsthisweek.com, the city and Arpa Investments have reached an agreement on a multitude of property swaps and sales to make the project a reality.

It is anticipated Wednesday’s press conference will reveal that the ASK Wellness Society will be involved in some capacity, as it will be in one of two recently announced city-driven affordable housing projects.

ASK will manage modular housing units that will rise at 317 Tranquille Rd., just a few blocks south of Spirit Square. The city bought that property to be used for affordable housing.

Another series of affordable modular housing units will be built downtown at 259 Victoria St. W. and managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association.

It has long been said the myriad ills that impact the marginalized cannot begin to be addressed unless and until those afflicted have roofs over their heads.

The Spirit Square deal, coupled with the Tranquille Road and Victoria Street West projects, are strong statements by the city and its various social-service agency partners that they are getting serious about the chronic issue of homelessness and all that comes with it.

The city also purchased a series of lots downtown at St. Paul Street and Fifth Avenue that are expected to become home to more affordable housing in the near future.

These are bold moves in a time when bold action is desperately needed.

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Snow suggestions for all

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’ve had to take the bus to work a few times this winter and it’s been quite the revelation.

Frankly, there are some businesses in this city that could show more community spirit — and pick up a shovel.

Yes, we all would prefer to see our streets plowed before they become congested with the white stuff, but it’s obvious that is not a priority at city hall these days.

Even if it were a priority, I am pretty sure the city doesn’t have the infrastructure, equipment and staff to accomplish that.

At some point, our municipal politicians and administrators will realize Kamloops is no longer a small community and move off that mentality.

But there are a few things that could be done to make these “storms of the century” that now occur more than once every 100 years a bit more bearable.

Herewith, some suggestions: Business owners, it’s not enough to hire a snow plow to clear your parking lot. Send someone out with a shovel to make the sidewalks in front of your place passable.

A check with the city showed it received 32 requests for service for snow and ice removal last year. John Ramsay, community safety and enforcement manager for the city, described those calls as actions created if they have asked a business or homeowner in the downtown core to adhere to existing city policy and clear the ice and snow in front

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LEVEL of them. In 2016, there were 21 such calls.

So far this year, there have been 29 calls for service.

The city’s policy spells out snow and ice clearance in business districts. There are four zones. Each zone gets inspected on one day between Mondays and Thursdays (except for statutory holidays), when warnings may be issued.

The policy also says “every owner or occupier of real property shall be responsible for removing accumulated snow or ice from sidewalks abutting their land or premises.”

Clearing the sidewalks seems like a no-brainer to me, but here’s another idea to consider when you go out with your shovel.

If there is a bus stop near you, clear the snow and ice away. It will take a bit of time, but for the mobility challenged in our community, it can be the difference between remaining housebound and getting to the grocery store

or a doctor’s appointment.

It wouldn’t hurt for the city to also check out access routes to bus stops.

Perhaps the city can send out a truck or two with some shovels in the back. Having that pathway clear is as important to those taxpayers as is having the main streets clear for those who drive.

We must also remember that not everyone in Kamloops drives.

There are plenty of people who rely on public transit, but find it impossible to make it over mounds of snow to board a bus.

I have received plenty of emails and phone calls from people — many of them reliant on walkers or finding themselves manoeuvring on crutches or canes — who have simply given up.

They’re taxpayers, too, yet their mobility issues don’t seem to rank as high as those behind the wheel.

Yes, there are people sitting around the council horseshoe who will point to other cities that also don’t clear every road after a large dump os snow, using such a comparison as some sort of justification for following suit.

And they will point to costs and other factors they say they must consider.

But the simple reality is some people benefit from the city’s snow and ice removal policies and practices — but a whole lot more don’t. dale@kamloopsthisweek.com Twitter: @mdalebass

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR NEITHER SHOPPING CART NOR SCOOTER SHALL PASS Editor: A possible 25 centimetres of snow fell downtown on Saturday and windrows were two feet high at most crosswalks. Some were shovelled to allow passage across streets and some were not.

It is three blocks to London Drugs from where I live. I had to walk facing traffic on the street for one block to avoid windrows.

On a different route home, it was a halfblock on the street and, where there were openings, walkers or scooters would not have made it as openings were too narrow.

I know the city is more concerned with the homeless than seniors or the handicapped, so I might mention that grocery carts would never make it through those openings, either.

Douglas Morrison Kamloops

LET’S PROCESS HERE IN CANADA Editor: I read in disbelief the Feb. 14 article in KTW about China no longer accepting recyclables from Canada and other countries (‘China’s recycling material ban has left TNRD with piles of material’).

Eternal and mighty greed transferred most of our production many years ago, one by one, to China.

At that time, I could not believe what our government let happen.

Now those actions are coming back to haunt us.

Our society would rather devastate and pollute the environment from Alberta to the B.C. coast by building a pipeline than construct a factory for processing our recyclables.

How many steady jobs would it create?

Here we are, staring at the heaping piles of recyclables, which has grown since October.

We could build a factory for processing that material — our own material.

Afterwards, the recycled waste could be used for our products, produced in our factories by our workers without being shipped back and forth, saving oceans and money.

Would the B.C. government also need federal approval for such a plan?

Vera Durst Logan Lake

CO DETECTORS ARE WISE INVESTMENT

Editor: On Saturday during the heavy snowfall, our carbon monoxide detector downstairs voiced an alarm.

Soon after, the upstairs unit repeated the same message. We opened all doors and windows and went outside.

Many thanks to the firefighters who came and, after getting stuck in our complex, had to walk the rest of the way.

Fortis crews arrived and found the CO levels were very high. After checking everything, they found the problem was with our hot water tank.

I urge residents who do not have these detectors in their homes to invest in them; one on each level is recommended. This little bit of money invested in the detectors could very well save your lives.

Sandi Whitehead Kamloops

DOES CITY NO LONGER HAUL SNOW AWAY? Editor: I was wondering why the city quit picking up snow and hauling it away.

The city used to plow snow from Victoria Street and the uptown area to the centre of the street, then close the street at night to blow it into trucks to haul away.

Today’s city council seems to like to leave the

snow piled on the side (parking areas) to melt.

In the meantime, people can’t get out of their cars because of the high snowbanks scraping the bottom of their doors.

The intersections are treacherous because of the high piles of snow.

I helped an 80-year-old lady trying to get over a snowbank in a walker.

When I lived here in the 1980s and 1990s, the city always looked after snow removal.

Crews should spend a little less time cleaning Riverside Park and more time cleaning the streets.

I saw a homeless person with a shovel cleaning the snowbank at the intersection of Victoria Street and Fourth Avenue.

Maybe the city should pay all the homeless people to clean all the intersections downtown.

I am surprised the downtown business association puts up with this.

No wonder no one wants to shop downtown as there is better parking at local malls.

Ron Engen Kamloops

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A selection of comments on KTW stories, culled online RE: STORY: KAMLOOPSTHOMPSON SCHOOL DISTRICT BURIED IN SNOW AND ICE COMPLAINTS:

“The whole city is a mess.

Plow trucks don’t even plow the lane properly. Westsyde Road has turned into single-lane traffic due to the horrible job done to clear snow.

“I witnessed an elderly lady almost fall as she attempted to climb over the mountain of snow, just so she could reach the sidewalk, which was also six inches deep with the white stuff.

“The city does a terrible job every winter and, come spring, potholes swallow cars. Good thing I paid my taxes.”

— posted by Earl Jenkins

RE: STORY: IN KAMLOOPS, PRESERVING THE PAST IN THE PRESENT:

“Kamloops has a unique, century-old collection of heritage architecture.

“Very few municipalities can boast this. It should be celebrated and protected, not diluted.

“Who came up with that stupid idea? The 1970s was great and all, but heritage? Not so much.”

— posted by Jack Jones

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Solutions to congestion at school examined DALE BASS

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Senior staff and the health and safety manager with the Kamloops-Thompson school district have been at Westmount elementary, looking for solutions to the traffic problem at the school.

In a report to trustees, School District 73 Supt. Alison Sidow said there are several options that may be considered once an engineer completes a traffic study for the area around Walkem Road, where the school is situated.

Westmount’s student population is about 50 per cent greater than the school was built to

accommodate.

The school is located on a curve where Walkem Road becomes a cul de sac.

The parking lot for parents is small and the area is jammed with vehicles that have only one way in and one way out when delivering and picking up their kids.

Sidow’s report states she expects options the engineer might present include changing the traffic patterns by adjusting the timing cycles of the light at the corner of Walkem and Westsyde roads, which is pedestrian-controlled only, or by finding a way to reduce the number of vehicles going to the school.

Other expected potential solutions include:

• Improving the ability for students to walk from Batchelor Heights and cross Westsyde Road safely; • Re-opening Westsyde elementary, eight kilometres north on Westsyde Road, and moving some Westmount students there; • Finding ways for students to take either a school or city bus from Batchelor Heights to Westmount elementary; • Staggering school start times or creating supervised opportunities for parents to drop off students earlier and pick them up later.

Sidow’s report says none of the potential solutions has been costed out and notes the district will have to work with the city on most of them.

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Robertson jailed 18 months TIM PETRUK

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An alleged Kamloops gangster convicted on a handful of property and firearm-related charges following a series of high-profile police raids in 2014 will spend 18 months behind bars.

Jason Robertson was sentenced in B.C. Supreme Court on Monday — nearly four years after police executed a series of search warrants on properties he owned.

Robertson and wife, Sarah, had been facing more than 50 charges after the raids, which

Mounties were followed by raided three an RCMP press homes — one conference at in Sahali, one in which investigaWestsyde and tors displayed one in Batchelor guns, electronics JASON and drugs seized ROBERTSON Heights — owned by Jason at the culminaRobertson. tion of a probe Following the raids, they said had ties to Kamloops RCMP Supt. organized crime.

Most of the charges Brad Mueller showed against Robertson and reporters 40 firearms, his wife were stayed bags of marijuana before getting to trial. and cocaine and what All of the remaining police said was thouallegations against Sarah sands of dollars worth Robertson were disof stolen electronics. missed by B.C. Supreme Police said at the Court Justice Jeanne time the operation was Watchuk due to Charter gang-related and Hells violations by police.

Angels stickers were visOver two days in ible on some items at May 2014, Kamloops the press conference.

At an earlier hearing, court heard $50,000 in cash was seized from the Sahali home — the house alleged to have been the Robertson’s primary residence.

During proceedings in 2016, when defence lawyers challenged the methods used by police during their raid of the Sahali home, surveillance footage showed officers joking about leaving live ammunition in the family’s fireplace.

“It was straight humour,” retired RCMP Sgt. Gary Senner said in court last year. “There was no intention to ever do that.”

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A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ruled police were not acting lawfully when they convinced an elderly Kamloops man suspected in the stabbing death of his roommate to vaguely admit he had committed the crime.

Despite that ruling on Monday by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Heather Holmes, prosecutors are proceeding with Gordon Camille’s manslaughter trial without the recorded statements Holmes ruled inadmissible.

Camille, 67, was

charged with seconddegree murder after his roommate and relative, Dennis Adolph, was found dead in their shared Valleyview motel room on Jan. 26, 2016.

Court has heard Adolph, 49, suffered a single stab wound to his abdomen.

Camille initially denied having any involvement with Adolph’s death, but his story began to change after hours of questioning from police.

Holmes watched and listened to 17 hours of recorded interactions with police during hearings in recent weeks.

In the recordings, Camille can be heard repeatedly invoking his

right to silence and asking for a lawyer.

In many instances, investigators would change the subject and Camille would again become talkative.

Late in the recordings, Camille can be heard telling an investigator that he had been angry with Adolph and that the two had been fighting about money. At one point in the recording, Camille admits Adolph might still be alive had he not used Camille’s debit card to buy booze.

The Crown’s theory is that Camille stabbed Adolph in the 4 Seasons Motel room the two shared. Early in his recorded statements,

Camille told police he believed Adolph was injured in a fight somewhere else.

Court has been shown video surveillance footage that appears to show Adolph returning to the motel appearing to favour his abdomen.

Holmes has not yet given reasons for refusing to admit the recorded statements as evidence.

The Crown opened Camille’s trial following Holmes’ decision by calling a number of first responders who were present at the 4 Seasons Motel after Adolph’s death.

Camille has been in custody since his arrest in February 2016.

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A trio of Kamloops parents say they want more transparency from School District 73 as it creates a task force to review how incidents of sexual violence and sexual harassment are handled in its schools.

Martha Solomon and Wilson Bell said they were shocked after reading media reports in which a local mother alleged her daughter was sexually harassed at recess, then put back into class with the boys alleged to have been involved.

Solomon added they were also surprised to realize they had no idea how issues of sexual violence were supposed to be handled by the school district.

“We were shocked at what happened and how this was handled, but we were also shocked at the lack of transparency around it too,” she said. “That was a real concern for me, that I didn’t know.”

Bell said his daughter has experienced teasing and bullying that has included sexualized language about her body. While individual teachers have dealt with it well, he

said, the recent report of the incident that spurred creation of the task force makes it clear that’s not always the case.

“No one wants to see their child go through that,” he said.

“Obviously, better responses are needed.”

Tania McCarthy, another of about a half-dozen parents who attended the board of education meeting on Monday night, said she wants the task force to include prevention and education, so teachers have tools to deal with harassing language or other incidents that may not reach the level of assault.

“Parents that hear it on school grounds or teachers may not have the tools to address those things and so they may just shut it down or back away from it,” she said.

“There’s no teachable moment and now there’s a child that thinks that’s OK.” The three parents said they hope the task force, which will report to Supt. Alison Sidow and deliver recommendations to the board by the end of June, will treat sexual harassment and assault with the seriousness the district

has given to bullying.

“At the school our daughter goes to, they have a lot of programs that are seamless in their day-to-day lives to help prevent bullying,” Solomon said.

Sidow told the meeting that in addition to the task force, she plans to launch a safety in schools survey for students in grades 5 to 12. She added that an outside investigator is also looking into how existing policies were followed after two recent alleged assaults.

As well as making policy recommendations for staff and administration, Sidow said the task force will also consider a “system-wide, ageappropriate” program that would teach students about respectful boundaries and raise awareness of harassment issues.

Sidow said while many of the district’s policies on sexual assault will likely past muster, she believes more should be done to follow up on incidents and help victimized students.

“They’re very much designed to stop the aggression, to contain it and provide safety for students,” she said.

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A Kamloops mother is desperate to find her son, who has not been seen for almost a month.

Nathan Zerr, 20, was enrolled in a securitytraining course at the North Kamloops Library from Jan. 22 to Jan. 26, but attended the first day and did not return.

The next day, on the night of Jan, 23, was the last time Patricia Zerr, saw her son.

“I had to go out and I asked him if he wanted to come with me, but he said ‘No, I think I’m just going to relax at home,’” Patricia said.

Since reporting his disappearance to Kamloops Mounties, Patricia has learned a WestJet plane ticket to Winnipeg from Kamloops was purchased with cash in her son’s name.

She said airport security footage also indicates it was her son boarding the plane.

But why he apparently chose Winnipeg is a mystery as Patricia said the family has no known friends nor family in the Manitoba capital.

Exacerbating her anxiety is the fact Nathan has battled depression.

“I have actually physically restrained him from leaving the home because of the state of mind he was in,” she said.

Patricia said police have told her Nathan’s debit card has been used to buy food since he vanished and that they do not consider the situation a missingpersons case as he is of legal age and appears to have voluntarily left town.

But Patricia simply wants to know her son, who is big into gaming, is safe.

She has called his cellphone and reached out on social media.

Nathan’s sister and best friend have done likewise.

All queries have been unanswered.

“Even if he needed to go to clear his mind, all I want is for him to

send me three words: I am OK,” Patricia said.

“He has no money, no winter jacket, no winter clothes, He has nothing.”

Nathan is First Nations, stands 6-foot1 and weighs about 140 pounds.

He has brown hair and grey eyes and had a moustache and goatee when last seen. He has no scars or tattoos.

He could be wearing blue jeans and a blue and red checkered jacket.

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mation on Nathan’s whereabouts is asked to contact their local police department, citing Kamloops RCMP file No. 18-3672 or Patricia Zerr by phone at 778-586-6302 or by email at patricia.zerr2@ gmail.com.

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Nathan Zerr, 20, has not been seen for almost a month. Although he may have flown to Winnipeg on Jan. 24, his mother is concerned for his well-being and is asking for anybody with information on Nathan’s whereabouts to call her at 778-586-6302.

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LOCAL NEWS Kamloops has received 37.6 centimetres of snow through Feb. 18, more than three times the amount (11 centimetres) that normally falls in the entire month.

Kamloops recorded 19.5 centimetres of snow in January (monthly normal is 22 centimetres), 32.2 centimetres in December (monthly normal is 26 centimetres) and 7.4 centimetres in November (monthly normal is 12 centimetres).

Between Nov. 1 and Feb. 18, Kamloops has seen 6.7 centimetres of snow fall, well above the 65.5 centimetres that normally falls during that period.

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Dylan Palmer, Roland Moonie and Logan Moonie try to stay ahead of the falling flakes on Saturday. At 15.4 centimetres of the white stuff (as measured at Kamloops Airport, although upwards of 25 centimetres or more fell at higher elevations in the city), Saturday’s snowfall was the deepest ever recorded in the Tournament Capital since data began being compiled in the late 1880s. Many more snowmageddon photos are online at kamloopsthisweek.com.

La Niña has brought deeper snow packs KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

Saturday’s snowstorm dumped 15.4 centimetres of snow on Kamloops, according to data recorded at the airport — though there were reports of up to 25 centimetres being measured in Aberdeen and other higher-elevation areas of the city.

Regardless, Saturday’s snowfall, even at 15.4 centimetres, represented the snowiest Feb. 17 since weather records began in the late 1800s and the snowiest day in the Tournament Capital in five years.

The snow will add to a snow pack in the region that is above or at normal levels.

According to the River Forecast Centre, the Feb. 1 snow survey shows the South Thompson snowpack at 104 per cent of normal and the North Thompson snowpack at 92 per cent of normal.

By early February, nearly twothirds of the annual B.C. snow pack has typically accumulated.

High snow packs in the South Interior, including the South and North Thompson basins, may be

an early indication of increased seasonal flood risk for the upcoming freshet season.

Across B.C., the Skagit (165 per cent of normal), Vancouver Island (148) and Lower Fraser (141) basins are most snowladen, while the Northwest (51), Stikine (67) and Central Coast (82) basins are furthest from normal levels.

Overall, the province has a slightly above normal snow pack for Feb. 1, with the average of all snow measurements across the province at 108 per cent, increasing significantly from 96 per cent of normal on Jan. 1.

Looking ahead, the River Forecast Centre notes La Niña conditions are present, with negative sea surface temperature anomalies across much of the eastern and central sections of the equatorial Pacific Ocean.

“Over the past month, sea surface temperature anomalies have steeply declined in the northern Pacific Ocean off the coast of the B.C., with cooler than normal temperatures now dominant,” the centre said.

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Centre at the U.S. National Weather Service is forecasting a high likelihood of La Niña persisting through the winter, with a transition to El Niño southern oscillation-neutral conditions expected during the spring.

Typically, La Niña is linked to cooler winters across B.C. and snowpacks tend to be higher than normal.

Over the past six weeks, the ministry noted, weather patterns have aligned with typical La Niña weather, bringing significant growth to the provincial snow pack.

Seasonal forecasts (February to April) from Environment and Climate Change Canada are indicating an increased likelihood of normal temperatures across western and southern British Columbia and belownormal temperatures in southeast and northern B.C. Short-to-medium term forecasts are suggesting near normal temperatures through February.

The River Forecast Centre will provide an updated seasonal flood risk forecast on March 8.

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SD73 buried in most snow and ice complaints ever received KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

The Kamloops-Thompson school district has received more complaints about snow removal this winter than ever before, but unless the district wants to divert dollars from education to snow removal, not much more can be done.

That sums up a report to trustees from school district secretarytreasurer Kelvin Stretch and director of facilities and transportation Art McDonald.

“Even though we have the

same number of staff and the same amount of equipment operating this winter, we have received more complaints this year than ever before regarding snow and ice,” McDonald wrote in the report.

McDonald cited multiple backto-back snowfalls and several freeze-thaw cycles as contributing to the difficult season.

“With two sand trucks, we cannot get to every ice patch before people get to school in the morning,” McDonald wrote.

“At some schools, we have

areas where we pile the snow from plowing and we have to haul the snow before it melts, to prevent flooding a neighbour’s property.”

McDonald said crews this winter have had to three times due to snow volume, noting a typical winter would have seen one hauling trip by mid-February.

“It appears that the expectations are changing around winter conditions,” McDonald wrote.

“With the staff and equipment allocations we have, we cannot meet these expectations.”

Saturday’s snowstorm led to messy streets across Kamloops.

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Baby, it’s cold outside Freezing temperatures resulted in a 10 per cent increase in overall provincial electricity demand on Sunday and Monday compared to the same days last week.

Following Saturday’s record snowfall in Kamloops, the mercury plunged into negative double-digits, with Kamloopsians waking up on Tuesday to a reading of -19 C. Demand for electricity is expected to remain high this week as the cold snap continues and BC Hydro is preparing for near-record breaking peak loads.

BC Hydro records the highest demand for electricity in the winter months between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on weekday evenings. This is when British Columbians come home, turn up the heat, switch on the lights, do laundry and make dinner.

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The plan gives customers the option to spread payments over a six-month period. Customers who would like to participate can call 1-800-BCHYDRO before March 31 to sign up.

Residential electricity use can increase, on average, by 88 per cent in the colder, darker months. BC Hydro is reminding customers of simple ways to save power during the winter months by: • Keeping the thermostat at 16 C when away from home or when sleeping, at 18 degrees C when cooking or doing housework and at 21 degrees C when relaxing at home.

• Installing draftproofing around windows and doors to keep the warm air in and cold air out of the home.

• Turning off unnecessary lights and unused electronics.

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An art exhibit featuring more than 40 works on the theme of empowering women raised more than $6,300 for a women’s-based charity in Kamloops. Sandra Pasmen is the artist behind If She Only Knew, which was shown earlier this month at the Happyness Centre in downtown Kamloops. At the end of the show, the pieces were auctioned off in support of the Family Tree Family Centre. The original series of photos from the event was published in the Feb. 9 edition of KTW, but was missing the photo credit. The photographs of the event, which can be found online at www.kamloopsthisweek.com/ 6300-raised-exhibit/, were taken by Paula Sword of Photoheart Studio.

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JOIN IN FOR A GOOD CAUSE Saturday, Feb. 24 New Life Community Kamloops will host the Coldest Night of the Year on Saturday. The fundraiser event is centred around a walk and meal service. Fire pits will also be set up, complete with marshmallow roasting and hot chocolate and coffee.

Registration opens at 3:30 p.m. at New Life Community, 181 West Victoria St. in downtown Kamloops. The opening ceremony is at 4:45 p.m., followed by a two or five-kilometre walk at 5 p.m.

Meal service begins at 6 p.m. and the event wraps up at 7 p.m.

As of KTW’s press time, about 100 walkers had signed up for the event on 27 teams, raising half of New Life Community’s $50,000 fundraising goal. The funds help fund the agency’s programs for the homeless.

For more information on the event, go online to coy.org/location/kamloops.

Participants are advised to wear a warm coat and mittens.

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KEEPING PEOPLE IN MOTION: People in Motion raised $120,000 for a new paratransit bus in less than a month, thanks to donations from a variety of sources, including a $20,000 infusion from New Gold’s New Afton mine. People in Motion executive director Heather Brandon left receives a cheque from New Gold/New Alton community specialist Sam Numsen.

BANKING ON HELP AFTER THE WILDFIRES: Canadian Western Bank has donated $10,000 to the United for BC Wildfire Recovery Fund. In the photo: Blaine Forer, the bank’s senior vicepresident and regional general manager Romi Arora, assistant vicepresident and branch manager Danalee Baker, Canadian Western Bank retail manager Bev Kuzmiuk, Crystal Bara, the band’s sales and service manager and United Way of the Thompson-NicolaCariboo executive director Neil Howatt.

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This home at 190 Seymour St. W. is one of a number to boast heritage plaques from the Kamloops Heritage Commission.

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To celebrate the city’s past, the Kamloops Heritage Commission is going modern.

For Heritage Week, which will be marked from Feb. 19 to Feb. 25, the commission is promoting a new map of the city’s historic buildings, available online at kamloops.ca. The heritage property tour — available under the Maps and Apps tab on the city services section of the website — features photos and information for about 125 historically significant buildings.

Heritage commission chair Andrew Yarmie said the site features buildings designated through city bylaws, such a the Inland Cigar Factory at Seymour Street and First Avenue, as well as those on the provincial heritage register. Also listed are residents who have volunteered to have a commission plaque

installed on their home based on their own interest in local history.

“That’s great because it’s all volunteer and everyone’s really interested,” Yarmie said of the commission’s program, which offers an oval plaque for houses of historic interest. The commission has recently moved to recognize three homes built between the 1950s and 1970s in what Yarmie calls a “midcentury modern” style and hopes to add another 10 houses to the map over time.

The homes were designed by local architects, taking cues from famed American architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright.

In addition to its new digital offering, the commission is unveiling a brochure for its North Shore walking tour. It will be available at the Kamloops Museum and Archives at Seymour Street and Second Avenue, Wilson House at 115 Tranquille Rd. and a number of cafes and local businesses.

The tour features two parts, one in Brocklehurst and one in the Tranquille Market corridor. Together, they highlight community gathering places, former river crossings, the area’s history as an independent village and its fruit-growing past, as well as the North Shore’s JapaneseCanadian population.

Yarmie said the commission worked with the North Shore Business Improvement Association

and residents on the project.

“There were about 20 senior citizens involved in giving us information about the North Shore, and donating pictures as well,” he said.

Yarmie said stories of community halls, such as the Liberal Elks and the Brocklehurst Hall, were common.

“Some of the seniors still remember how they used to go there for dances and to have a good time,” he said.

For its next project, the commission will turn its attention to the more distant past, Yarmie said.

“We have an archeologist on our commission now. She just volunteered last year and she’s been promoting a new heritage — that heritage is not just colonial, when contact started, but going back 10,000 years,” he said.

To highlight that history, the group will partner with Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc to highlight Indigenous architectural sites, likely along the Rivers Trail.

The City of Kamloops is hosting a free cleanburning workshop on Wednesday at The Fireplace Centre, 1200 Battle St. The workshop will run from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Participants will learn tips and techniques to improve the efficiency of their woodheating systems while reducing smoke.

Topics to be covered include fire safety, air quality in Kamloops, smart burning techniques that maximize efficiency and minimize emissions and testing wood’s moisture content.

Participants are encouraged to bring a piece of wood from their own woodpile, and a member of the city’s sustainability team will test it for moisture content.

The workshop is part of the provincial wood stove exchange program that is offered in communities around the province and provides funding to promote the exchange and offer incentives to replace old wood stoves.

For more information on the program in Kamloops, go online to www.kamloops.ca/ woodstove.

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speaking NO REFERRAL NECESSARY!

Dr. Preety Desai I was casually speaking with a long time patient who recounted to me how she came to being referred to my office and care.

She was mentioning that as she entered her midlife she noticed a normal series of changes in her body but was not taken aback by any of it as there was awareness, discussion and research all available through conversation and, of course, there is always “Dr. Google”.

What she was stressed and worried about though, were the changes in her mouth that she had never experienced previously.

Namely bleeding gums and a bad breath but more importantly her dental hygienist, who had seen her regularly for years, made her feel guilty and shamed by repeatedly asking about her health: has she seen her doctor lately? What has SHE been doing differently lately, was she brushing and taking care of her gums regularly...? My patient truly is one of the most healthy and diligent people I know! Hands down!

Anyways, long story short, she ended up having a non pathologic reason for periodontal pocketing which is easily treatable in a one off procedure with laser surgery. She had a non recurring, non bacterial form of pocketing which was very subtle to diagnose and certainly does not get better with “watching and monitoring” and had nothing to do with what she was doing or not doing.

What is far too common in the human population is the universality of periodontal disease (87% of people WORLD WIDE) and the lack of proper diagnosis and awareness of the subtle problem signs without the overt signs of “deep pocketing which your dentist or hygienist is watching”! News flash……. periodontal pocketing never gets better when you watch it.

In a perfect world, what would be ideal is if deep pockets actually “hurt”, like a cavity, then 87% (8.7/10) more people would take control over their OWN oral health and seek treatment, like for your other health care.

Being proactive and continually asking questions is the key. If still not satisfied, keep researching the correct health care provider or specialist for your concerns, and in dentistry unlike medicine, call them directly and make a self referral!

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Free Wi-Fi on the highways Eight rest areas in B.C. will be wired with Wi-Fi this year, including the Loon Lake interchange on the Coquihalla Connector between Merritt and Kelowna.

The $4.2-million Loon Lake rest area, approximately 40 kilometres southeast of Merritt, is a class A-rated facility with running water and flush toilets.

It features a contemporary design, separate parking locations for passenger, commercial and recreational vehicles and a landscaped outdoor area with picnic tables.

In addition to the Loon Lake stop, free Wi-Fi will also be added to the following rest stops: • Hunter Creek on Highway 1,

11 kilometres west of Hope; • Bradner on Highway 1, 53 kilometres east of Vancouver; • Cole Road on Highway 1, 73 kilometres east of Vancouver; • The Last Spike on Highway 1, 24 kilometres east of Sicamous; • Slim Creek on Highway 16, 120 kilometres east of Prince George; • Mount Terry Fox on Highway 16, six kilometres east of Tête Jaune; • Boulder Creek on Highway 16, 53 kilometres west of Hazelton.

An interactive map, which features all provincial rest area locations, along with webcams and current road and weather conditions, can be found using the map

Community briefs: Sugar and crafts L’association francophone de Kamloops is hosting its annual Maple Sugar Shack on Saturday, March 3, at The Rainbow’s Roost, 6675 Westsyde Rd. The event starts at 2 p.m.

Participants can make maple toffee on snow from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and a dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Music by the Jocelyn Pettit Band follows.

Seats are limited for the dinner.

Tickets are available at 348 Fortune Dr. For more information, call 250-376-6060.

• Tables are available for an upcoming craft supply sale at the Brock Shopping Centre at Tranquille Road and Desmond Street.

Paint brushes, craft books and magazines, stamps,

yarn, canvas, foam and other leftover craft supplies can be sold be at the sale, which will take place this Saturday in support of breast cancer initiatives by the Canadian Cancer Society.

To book a table or for more information, contact Diane Evans by calling 250574-9519 or emailing stampinwithdiane@telus.net.

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Oh, baby, what an event Several local businesses and organizations will gather at Sahali Mall this Saturday, focusing on babies and toddlers.

Among those taking part are Usborne Books, Modern Nest, Mini Munchers Chewelry, Chanty’s Scrap Shop, Young Living Essential Oils, Ladies Only Fitness, Mary Kay, Peekaboo Bean, the TNRD Library, Artful Needle Quilting Design, Mountainview Sleep Consulting, All Mine Photography, Sweet Dreams Decor, Tupperware, Epicure, Telus, First Steps Fist Aid, Child Seat Safety, Steeped Tea, Nouveau Chic Skin

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ith a title of Fortune and Glory and an Indiana Jones theme this year’s TRU Foundation Gala was destined to be another box office hit.

The 320 tickets were sold out by the middle of December in anticipation of one of the city’s premier events that doubles as a fundraiser for student awards, bursaries and scholarships.

The crew in charge of decorating, staging and conveying the theme put in an Oscar performance with light-projected hieroglyphics, a giant-sized replica of an ancient god in the Grand Hall and reimagining the Grand Hall itself as a vast cave like one seen in the first Jones movie. Chests of jewels and replica gold coins were also scattered throughout the venue.

In keeping up with the theme, the five-course meal referenced the movie trilogy, with appetizers named X Marks the Spot, Indy’s Boulder Escape and Monkey Brains. The main was called Doc Jones and the River of Snakes and the dessert was Ark of the Covenant.

As fun as the night was with its opportunity to network and catch up, the silent and live auctions and performances by Crossbow, Drum Afreaka and The Dave Coalmine Band, the overarching theme of student assistance was not lost.

In memory of their son and former VP of Advancement, Christopher Seguin, Deb and Joe Seguin took to the stage and announced the creation of a bursary in his honour.

After their words, the next moments were filled with tears and a standing ovation for someone who truly believed one of the best treasures in life was someone unlocking their potential. And education is one of the best ways to do that.

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A group of nine professional archeologists living and working in the local area create columns on a biweekly basis.

Read past columns online at kamloopsthisweek.com by entering “Dig It” in the search field.

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During the last ice age, called the Fraser Glaciation, the Kamloops area was buried under up to two kilometres of ice.

About 13,000 years ago, the ice sheet covering western North America (called the Cordilleran Ice Sheet) began to melt. By this time, people were already living in ice-free regions of Alaska and the Yukon, along the west coast of B.C. and south of the ice sheets in the continental U.S. As the ice receded, the meltwater pooled into very large glacial lakes covering all of present-day downtown Kamloops, Pritchard, Chase and beyond, dammed by large masses of ice at its east and west ends.

The first plant communities to develop in this cold, barren landscape resembled a steppe tundra — vast tracts of grasses and low shrubs with occasional groups of small trees in low-lying and sheltered areas. The first animals, including birds, rodents, rabbits, deer, elk, mammoth and their predators, soon followed.

Who were the first people to come to this landscape? From where did they come?

The earliest evidence of people arriving in the Kamloops area comes from stone tools they left behind. In particular, early projectile points and blade technologies that closely resemble the stone-tool technologies of people who lived on the B.C. coast, the Far North, the continental U.S. and the Great Plains have all been found in the region.

Unfortunately, these artifacts have mostly been observed in local museums and private collections, which means the context in which these finds were made has been lost. Very few archeological sites that can provide more insight into who the earliest inhabitants of this region were have been discovered to date.

Given that so few early sites have been found, our understanding of who these people were and how they lived largely remains a mystery.

Based on what little information is available, the best hypothesis is that early human populations gradually made their way into the region from the south, from the B.C. coast, from the north and from the west as plants and animals they depended on began to colonize the region.

The first peoples in the region are thought to have been accomplished hunters of large game, supplementing their diets with smaller animals, birds, plants and aquatic resources. These early groups were highly mobile, following the seasonal round of their preferred game animals and the ripening of plant foods.

The recent discovery and intense study of an ancient mastodonbutchering site in Northern California that has been dated to about 130,000 years old, before the last ice age, leaves many archeologists with more questions than answers.

If there were people in California 130,000 years ago, could they have been in the Thompson Valley? Were these anatomically modern people like us, Neanderthals or another human species entirely? If there were people here that long ago, what happened to them?

Answering these questions is neither a quick nor an easy process — and we may never be able to learn the whole answer.

Ramsay McKee is an archeologist. Interested in more?

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KTW FILE PHOTO The federal Liberal government will bring down its budget in the House of Commons on Tuesday, Feb. 27.

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He is educated, has had a career in advanced technology and lives in the economic heartland of southern Ontario.

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Like a growing number of Canadians, the 65-year-old from Hamilton said he has fallen behind — and that’s a challenge, experts say, to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s approach to fiscal policy.

A recent poll conducted by Ekos Research for the Canadian Press suggests fewer than half of all Canadians now identify as members of the middle class — a steep drop from nearly 70 per cent in 2002.

In Galvin’s hometown of

Hamilton, 22 per cent said they have fallen behind in their social class in the last five years. That was the highest concentration in the country, tied with Halifax and Kitchener.

Another 55 per cent of Hamilton respondents said their situations haven’t improved over the last five years.

Ekos president Frank Graves said the numbers point to a large shift in what it means to be a member of the middle class in Canada.

“The whole notion of a middleclass dream — ‘I work hard, build a better mousetrap, do better than my parents, my kids do better than me, I get a house, a car, retire in comfort’ — that has all been shattered,’’ Graves said.

He pointed to higher income inequality and slower economic growth as reasons for the shrinking middle class.

“A lot of people are stagnating or falling behind and they’re not happy,’’ he said.

The telephone poll of 7,882 Canadians was conducted

between Nov. 7 and Dec. 10 and had a margin of error of plus or minus 1.1 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.

While the Liberals have covered their bases by expanding their appeals to the middle class to include “those working hard to join it,’’ Canadians like Galvin have no such aspirations.

He has two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Guelph and spent most of his career working in his field. However, after he lost his job more than a decade and a half ago, he has struggled to make ends meet.

“I was unable to get meaningful middle-class work again and ended up doing a lot of contract and short-term work,’’ he said.

The loss of his wife, Norma, in 2002 and a worsening gambling addiction only made things worse.

“I don’t really see myself as a middle-class person,’’ Galvin said.

“I’ve had many years of precarious employment and it’s been a long time since I actually had a professional, middle-class type of job.’’

Despite now having full-time work as a security guard and receiving Canada Pension Plan benefits and Old Age Security, Galvin still worries about the future.

Many in his community and across the country share that uncertainty, according to Sara Mayo, a social planner at Hamilton’s Social Planning and Research Council.

“People feel like they are working harder and not getting ahead,’’ she said. “That is seen across Canada and certainly in Hamilton as well.’’

One possible solution to the growing problem, said Mayo, is for the federal government to speed up its funding for the National Housing Strategy, a 10-year, $40-billion initiative to provide more affordable housing to lowerincome families.

Most of that $40 billion, split between federal and provincial investments, won’t start rolling into communities until after 2020.

Mayo said communities need more of that funding now to

address a growing housing crisis and the mayors of Canada’s biggest cities agree.

Last Thursday, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities bigcity mayors caucus met Finance Minister Bill Morneau to ask him to speed up the flow of cash.

Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson said the money is needed faster so that cities can focus on repairing hundreds of thousands of affordable housing units as soon as possible.

“There are units that are not ... habitable right now because they’ve been waiting so long for that investment and we’d like to get those back in the hands of Canadians who need them and create the jobs now, not in a year or two,’’ Iveson said.

Housing isn’t an issue for Galvin, but as far as he’s concerned, more help for low-income Canadians can’t come soon enough.

“All you have to do is walk around downtown Hamilton to see what the effects of poverty and low-income work are,” he said.

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MOST 20- AND 30-SOMETHINGS may not think a lot about insurance. If you are young, healthy and low on savings, you may not feel that it is a priority, especially if you haven’t started a family. But it could be important for you – and the kind of insurance that makes sense might be surprising.

Traditionally, the first policy many people buy is term life insurance. It’s a straightforward, affordable solution that pays a tax-free lump sum to a beneficiary upon the death of the insured. But over the next few decades Canadians in their 20s and 30s are more likely to be diagnosed with – and survive – a critical illness than to die.

To help put this into perspective, a woman who is 30 and a non-smoker has a five per cent chance of dying before age 65 – but a 19 per cent chance of getting a critical illness. A man who is 30 and a non-smoker has a seven per cent chance of dying before age 65 – but a 27 per cent chance of getting a critical illness.

If you do get sick and have to take time away from work to recover, the combination of lower income and higher costs due to unexpected medical bills can have a significant effect on finances and the ability to live your accustomed lifestyle. Plus, if your partner decides to take time away from work to help with care, this might further reduce household income.

WHAT’S AT STAKE Younger people are at the start of their careers. That likely means they are making less than they will later in life. Some may accept a lower salary in order to gain experience in a field they love. Others may take a step back to change directions and find a better career path.

For those who don’t have much wiggle room in the budget, it’s hard to absorb extra expenses associated with suffering from a critical illness. These expenses might include travelling for treatment, buying medication and equipment not covered by the provincial health plan, getting extra help around the house, or making homes and cars more accessible. It can all add up!

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PICKING A PLAN Basic, affordable critical illness protection can help ease financial stresses at a time when a sick person’s energy should be focused on getting better. The money can allow time and space to recover. Perhaps most importantly, it can provide flexibility to choose how long to take off before getting back to work and the daily routine.

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The dollar amount of protection depends on each individual’s specific circumstances. How much income will you need while recovering? If you have a partner or loved one, will it allow him or her to also take time off work to help with caretaking?

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DAVE EAGLES/KTW Interior Health administrator Jason Giesbrecht stands in front of the new clinical-services building at Royal Inland Hospital, where a medical clinic is being built to accommodate patients who require urgent care, but not necessarily in the hospital’s ER.

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A new medical clinic should open at Royal Inland Hospital in the spring.

It will provide some relief for an overworked emergency room and medical care for people who don’t have a doctor.

Jason Giesbrecht, executive director of primary and community care transformation for Interior Health, said both will be located in the ground floor of the clinicalservices building, facing Columbia Street.

The urgent family-care and learning centre will be operated in partnership with the University of British Columbia’s faculty of medicine program at RIH and Thompson Region Division of Family Practice.

Plans are to run it daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

In addition to doctors, plans are to have nurse practitioners and other therapists on staff working in the team approach IH has put in place in the clin-

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They can get care faster and ease the ER numbers we’re seeing.

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ics it opened in North Kamloops last year.

The urgent family-care side has been designed to provide medical attention to people who go to the ER with health issues that don’t necessarily need to be treated there, but who still need urgent attention.

Those patients will be given the choice of waiting in the ER or heading to the clinic to be looked after by medical staff there.

“They can get care faster and ease the ER numbers we’re seeing,”

‘Giesbrecht said.

The learning side will provide ongoing care to patients who come through the urgent-care side, but who have no family doctor to be referred back to for additional medical treatment.

The UBC students will work at that part of clinic.

As part of that partnership, UBC will be increasing the number of students who will do their studies at RIH. Currently, the hospital sees two cohorts of six students annually.

Giesbrecht said a decision on how many more will be added has not yet been made by the university.

No firm date has been set for the clinic to open, although construction has begun in the areas that will house the service.

Giesbrecht said IH is “taking it slow with a phased approach to get it right.”

He called the project an important step for increased medical care in Kamloops,“but not the only solution for the community.”

A public hearing city officials hoped would partly salvage a series of planning mistakes has been postponed.

Council was supposed to hear from the public on Tuesday night before making a decision on whether to allow the Culos Group of Companies to convert commercial space to five additional residential units in its Landmark Place development at 765 McGill Rd., at the corner of McGill Road and Summit Drive.

But planning and development manager Rod Martin said notice of the hearing, which the city sends to every property within a 100-metre radius, did not arrive within the required time frame.

“It seems like people didn’t get the notices within the normal time it gets delivered,” he said. “We put them into the mail system on time. Not sure of the reasons why they may not have received them in a timely manner through the post office.”

Martin said the city also requires the date of the public hearing to be posted on the rezoning application sign posted on the Landmark property at least 10 days before the hearing, which did not happen.

“We want to make

KTW FILE PHOTO Parking has long been a problem at the Landmark development across from TRU.

sure everyone has sufficient time to prepare to come to the public hearing, so, just to be safe, we’re going to delay it a couple of weeks,” he said.

In addition to the commercial space proposal, staff are also asking council to put a covenant on the property, giving tenants in other parts of the Landmark development priority access to between 11 and 17 surplus parking stalls in the new development.

Developer Mike Culos opposes the covenant, which staff say was supposed to be placed over the whole development, ensuring buildings with inadequate parking would have spaces on other lots.

According to director of development and engineering services, staff failed to place covenants on previous parts of the development at the time required, leaving a deficit of 36 stalls on the property.

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START THEM UP Startup Canada Awards nominations are open Nominations for the fifth annual Startup Canada Awards are open until April 3.

The awards are the hallmark event celebrating outstanding achievements in Canada’s entrepreneurship and innovation community.

Individuals, businesses and organizations can submit nominations online at startupaward.ca. Regional award winners will be announced at grassroots startup events across Canada this summer, with the grand finale taking place in Ottawa on Oct. 18.

The complete list of awards and criteria can be found online at startupaward.ca.

Regional awards ceremonies will be held later this year in Winnipeg, Montreal, Miramichi, N.B., Sault Ste.

Marie, Comox Valley and across Northern Canada.

Kamloops hosted a regional awards ceremony last year.

Startup Canada will also travel across Northern Canada to celebrate the winners of the Startup Canada Awards in the Territories.

Individuals, businesses and organizations can apply for 18 awards, including the Startup Canada Indigenous Entrepreneur Award, Startup Canada High-Growth Award and the Startup Canada Woman Entrepreneur Award.

“We take pride in Canada as a nation of disruptors, dreamers, and doers,” said Cyprian Szalankiewicz, cofounder and vice-president of Startup Canada.

Finalists and winners from 2017 can be found online at startupaward.ca.

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Nathan Froese of Joy Factory Films was the morning keynote speaker during the annual Junior Achievement Economics for Success event on Tuesday, which saw 950 high school students attend the program at Thompson Rivers University. For more information on what Junior Achievement is all about, go online to jabc.ca.

The Hunt for Income & Yield Whether you are a retiree or a pension plan owner, you are usually looking for income from your investments to help fund the payments.

The income an investment generates is also referred to as "yield" and is expressed in an annual percentage.

Generally, the investment world is priced off stable government bonds also known as the “riskfree rate”. Despite the fact that interest rates have gone up over the last 12 months, rates are still incredibly low compared to historical averages. At the time of writing this, the rates on Government of Canada bonds for 1,5,10 and 30 year are only 1.61%, 2.03%, 2.24% and 2.37% respectively according to TD Securities.

As the old adage goes “risk and return go hand-in-hand”. This means an investor should expect to get paid more for riskier investments.

Given the above, investors continue to look for options that may provide better yields.

Here are three additional options:

1. Common Shares represent actual ownership of a corporation where you share in the profits and losses. Most large, mature or "blue-chip" companies pay a portion of their profits out in the form of regular dividends.

Among the longest uninterrupted payers of dividends include Banks and Telecoms. For example, Bank of Montreal and Bell Canada Inc. currently yield 3.62% and 4.99% and paid since 1829 and 1881, respectively. Because companies have already paid corporate taxes, investors receive a tax credit from Canadian companies thus making a dividend one of the most tax efficient investments. Currently in B.C., investors pay only 4.4% tax on dividends up to a $79,000 net income.

2. Preferred Shares are issued by companies and are a form of debt that pays a regular dividend. Bonds are typically issued at $100 or “par” whereas preferred shares generally are issued at $25. Preferred shares rank below bonds in security but above common shares and tend to have volatility somewhere in between.

Canadian preferred dividends receive the same dividend tax credit and often pay a greater rate than their comparable bonds.

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3. Real Estate Income Trusts (REITs). Before new tax laws came into effect October 31, 2006, corporations were converting to income trusts which allowed virtually all business income to be flowed out tax-free to unitholders. However, the government quickly realized that this resulted in significant corporate tax leakage. After the dust settled, the only remaining trusts were REITs. There are many types (residential, commercial, office, industrial, etc.) and they pay out their net income to investors. For the most part, only half of their income is taxed because they depreciate the buildings and are able to classify a portion of the income paid to investors as return of capital. Currently, many REITs have a yield between 4% and 6%.

Given the variety, features and complexity, these spaces can be difficult to navigate alone. As always, please consult a professional before making any decisions.

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Derek Jezewsky and sister Macy were all-guns-a-blazing in Cancun in this photo. Derek is aiming to fire on all cylinders on the basketball court at the BC Winter Games this weekend in Kamloops.

a few Kamloops athletes from signing up for the Games, along with the registration fee. All BC Games participants pay $175, for which they receive transportation, accommodation and meals.

Some sports ask athletes to pay more to cover extras such as training and uniforms.

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full team, which is really disappointing,” Jezewsky said. “But it will still be a good experience.”

Able-bodied athletes from Kamloops have stepped up to ensure ThompsonOkanagan has enough players to form a team.

Summer Bogetti-Smith, 12, and brother Finn, 14, have little to no experience in the sport, but were eager to join when they heard the team was short players.

Their uncle, Kelly Smith, was injured in a rock climbing accident in 1991 and went on to win silver in the marathon event at the 2004 Paralympic Summer Games in Athens.

The kids’ father, photographer Kevin Bogetti-Smith, has worked in the past for the Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association.

Kevin said it was a perfect fit for his children to join Jezewsky’s squad, especially

considering Summer wanted to compete in the Games in speed skating, but was not old enough to qualify.

Grade 9 athlete Christopher Crowe, a friend of the Bogetti-Smiths, also joined the hoops squad. Saskia Speed, from Celista, is the other local wheelchair basketball athlete listed on the Games’ website.

Wheelchair basketball games will be held at Sa-Hali secondary on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. ThompsonOkanagan will open play against Fraser Valley on Friday at 8:45 a.m.

The tournament final will begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday. The complete schedule is online at bcgames.org.

“Not a lot of able-bodied people see the wheelchair side of sports,” Jezewsky said.

“They just see people in a wheelchair.

I’ve always been into sports, but now I feel like I can make a difference showing people a different side of sports.”

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The 21-year-old Fraser Lake man, who moved to Kamloops about five years ago, broke his T6 and T7 vertebrae, fractured four ribs and had both of his lungs lacerated.

He is in the early stages of adjusting to life in a wheelchair, but it’s already clear sports will be key in the transition.

Jezewsky has wasted no time in being named to a provincial select wheelchair basketball team that travels to compete out of province, but his next opportunity to shine will come this week at the BC Winter Games in Kamloops.

“Ever since I crashed, I’ve known what I’ve gotten myself into,” said Jezewsky, who uses hand controls to drive a truck with 33-inch tires. “I’ve never regretted anything.

You could trip going down four stairs and break your neck. With the support I’ve gotten from my hometown and everybody involved, I’ve been able to come out of it with a really positive attitude.”

Prior to the injury last spring, Jezewsky excelled in all sorts of sports, including football, soccer and dirt biking. The new life he leads has closed some doors in athletics, but opened others.

“I’ve succeeded in those sports,” Jezewsky said. “I’ve already gotten what I need out of them. Now I can take myself and put myself into those sports in a different way and show people it’s still possible, even though you’re still in a wheelchair.”

Jezewsky said about 60 per cent of the wheelchair basketball athletes he plays with and against are able-bodied.

“We’re trying to spread this sport to be all-inclusive,” said Jezewsky, who also plays wheelchair tennis competitively and is aiming to play basketball at the national level.

With an age range of about 13 to 21 in wheelchair basketball at the BC Winter Games, there is some concern among experienced athletes about the strength of competition.

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After 18 months of planning the BC Winter Games, volunteers are excited on the eve of the event.

“It’s like planning for Christmas,” said Games president Niki Remesz. “You do all this planning and then the big day comes. We’re excited to welcome all those athletes and coaches and officials to Kamloops, to show them the Tournament Capital and all we have to offer.”

The Kamloops Games begin on Thursday. The four-day event will highlight the province’s top emerging athletes in 19 sports in various venues in Kamloops, Stake Lake and Sun Peaks Resort.

Remesz called her planning team — a volunteer hierarchy consisting of directors and chairs in various areas of expertise — a “family” due to countless hours put in to host more than 2,100 athletes, coaches and officials.

“We’ve celebrated births, weddings, anniversaries and had hospital visits,” Remesz said.

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“That kind of gives you an idea of how much time we’ve put in.”

The Games, which began in 1978 as a vision by then-premier Bill Bennett, are about 97 per cent volunteer-led.

Fourteen directors oversee different aspects of the event, such as food and beverage, safety and marketing. More than 1,800 people are volunteering.

Asked about the call for volunteers, Remesz said more than half of the volunteers signed up before Christmas. It was initially anticipated 2,000 people would be needed to volunteer, but Remesz said people stepped up to take extra shifts.

“Our volunteers here in Kamloops are outstanding,” she said. “Very few of them are new volunteers.”

Vice-president Maureen

McCurdy said organizers weren’t required to reinvent the wheel.

Planners were given a template of jobs to tick off from the BC Games Society.

“I think it went really well,” McCurdy said. “We had a pretty good board that was really involved in what they needed to do.”

In addition to support from the society, Remesz said the City of Kamloops has been outstanding.

When KTW spoke to organizers earlier this week, venues were being prepared. School gymnasiums and classrooms will get finishing touches after students leave on Wednesday. Some sporting events will be held in school gymnasiums and classrooms will be filled with 3,800 mats on which athletes will sleep during the Games.

“The biggest thing is it’s a choreographed event,” Remesz said. “There are so many moving pieces.”

Asked how the blast of winter weather earlier this week impacted plans, Remesz said it only added to the winter ambiance. A biathlon on the soccer fields at McArthur Island had been modified to include run-

ning rather than cross-country skiing in anticipation of a lack of snow — which in hindsight was perhaps unnecessary — but all other sports are the same.

“My biggest concern is the safe travel of our athletes coming in,” Remesz said. “Weather can sometimes have an impact on that.”

Spectators can take in the opening and closing ceremonies and the sporting events for free.

The schedule, which is organized by sport, venue or day, can be found online at bcgames.org.

A BC Games App includes the schedule, maps and parking information. For a link to download the app, text “Kamloops” to the number 33344.

The Kamloops Arts Council’s annual Lumière Lantern Festival will depart from Lansdowne Village at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday and finish at the BC Winter Games opening ceremony at Sandman Centre, where the pre-show begins at 6:30 p.m. and the main event gets underway at 7 p.m.

Kamloops artist Madison Olds will perform at the opening ceremony.

The closing ceremony, also to be held at the arena on Mark Recchi Way, gets underway at

1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Additional venues include the Tournament Capital Centre, TRU and the Kamloops Curling Centre.

Tickets are not required, but they are recommended to guarantee entry. They are free and available online at kamloopstickets.ticketleap.com.

By the numbers

• The BC Winter Games will feature 19 sports, including archery, badminton, basketball (Special Olympics and wheelchair), biathlon, curling, diving, figure skating, gymnastics, judo, karate, netball, rhythmic gymnastics, ringette, skiing (alpine, cross-country and freestyle), snowboarding and speed-skating.

• The Games will be hosted at 11 facilities in the River City region.

• The event marks the 40th anniversary of the BC Games.

The BC Summer Games were first held in Penticton in 1978.

The first BC Winter Games were held in Kamloops in 1979.

• More than 2,100 participants will be involved, including 1,519 athletes, 382 coaches and 247 officials.

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Mountains have played an integral role in Madison Olds’ upbringing in Kamloops and she hopes to share the rolling hills of the River City with athletes, coaches, fans and volunteers when she performs a song she wrote for the BC Winter Games. “I thought the one memory I wanted these kids to take home was a moment in the mountains,�

Olds said.

Moments in the Mountains will be played during the opening ceremony of the Games on Thursday night at Sandman Centre and throughout the four-day sporting event.

BC Winter Games president Niki Remesz asked the 20-year-old singer-songwriter to write and perform the song. Olds, who performs in the band Bees and the Bare Bones, won the Emerging Artist Award last year at the Mayor’s Gala for the Arts and is preparing to depart for a 20-day songwriting residency at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, which starts on March 5. “I knew Madison and her family,� Remesz said. “Her whole family is volunteering. They’re all volunteering in different ways.�

Olds’ brother Brandon is doing video production, dad Dave is communications chair and mom Ronda will be hostessing and marshalling. Remesz approached Olds to create a song that would be meaningful to Kamloops and appeal to a youthful age demographic. “I was like, ‘Oh my gosh. Absolutely. I’m so excited,’� Olds said. “I stopped in my tracks. I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh, I have to write a song right now.’ I was so nervous because it was such a big honour to even be asked.�

Olds penned a song in just a couple of hours one night before recording it in Vancouver over two days with Juno Award-winning producer Ryan Stewart. “I approached him out of the blue,� Olds said. “He made my song come to life.�

The result is an upbeat tune. The chorus goes like this: But I’ll always have those moments in the mountains oh, all the wonders that I saw, all the stories that were told.

When I travel so damn far and I find myself lost, these moments in the mountains, they will call me home.

Olds said the song is more danceable than her previous music, a result of Stewart’s influence. “I never thought I would want to dance to any of my songs before,� she said. “That was really awesome.�

She hopes her song will be one in which everyone can relate — from athletes to fans and

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Josie Morrison of Kamloops helped Team Canada reach the semifinal of the women’s team pursuit speed skating event at the Olympic Winter Games in South Korea on Monday.

Canada placed third among eight teams in the quarter-final round with a time of 2:59.02, good for third overall.

Morrison, Ivanie Blondin and Isabelle Weidemann skated for the Canadians, who squared off against Japan in semifinal action at 3:06 a.m on Wednesday.

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Keana Smart posted a time of 18:32.96 in the 1,500-metre freestyle to qualify for the Canadian Swimming Championships in Montreal in April.

Sarah Koopmans recorded a time of 5:23.90 in the 400m individual medley and Jack Savage posted a time of 2:14.55 in the 200m backstroke.

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Team Saboe of Kamloops will be looking to win a provincial championship on home ice.

Skip Wayne Saboe, third Dennis Jeannotte, second Vince Hunter, lead John Sutton and fifth John Cox won a recent qualifying event in Chase to advance to the Pacific Coast Masters Curling Association/ British Columbia Interior Masters Curling Association Championships, which will be held at the Kamloops Curling Centre from March 21 to March 24.

Saboe lost its first draw at the qualifying tournament, falling to Team Kamira of Vernon, but the Kamloops curlers rattled off three straight victories to earn the provincial berth.

The Saboe rink downed Kamira in the final.

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SKATERS IN FORM AT OKANAGANS Valleyview Skating Club was represented by 19 skaters at the Okanagan championships in Vernon on the weekend.

In Star 1 girls assessments, Nina Wells earned gold, while Mira Barbir and Brooklyn Leduc won silver.

Brooke Buchanan earned a gold assessment in the Star 2 girls free program.

Sarah Steed and Fiona Poole claimed silver and Paige Pretula won bronze.

In Star 2 elements, Poole grabbed gold and Steed snared silver.

Lexi Pockett earned a gold assessment in Star 3 girls, with Ava Barrett, Kathryn Heid and Hannah Steed winning silver.

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Ashlyn Wassing placed first and Mataya Pockett was third in Star 4 girls. Megan Barber was 11th.

In Star 4 elements, Wassing and Mataya Pockett were golden.

Brenna Wassing was sixth and Anastasia Chupik placed ninth in Star 5 girls. Chupik also placed fourth in bronze interpretive.

In Star 6, Brooklyn Castro won bronze.

She also claimed gold in Star 7, in which Mackenzie Sewell won silver.

Haley Barber had fourth-place finishes in Star 8 and Star 9 action.

Megan Barber earned a silver assessment in intro interpretive.

In silver interpretive, Brooklyn Castro was fifth and Brenna Wassing was 10th. In gold interpretive, Haley Barber claimed silver and Sewell was fifth.

Ashlyn Wassing earned a silver assessment in creative program.

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ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW Tieler Shular of the Kamloops Skating Club elevates and spins. She was among those who performed at Memorial Arena during an intermission at a recent Kamloops Storm game.

Valleyview Skating Club members also performed that day.

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GRIZZLIES AWAIT STORM The Kamloops Storm will square off against the OkanaganShuswap Conference’s top team, the Revelstoke Grizzlies, in Round 1 of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League playoffs.

Game 1 of the bestof-seven first-round series will be played in Revelstoke on Friday.

The Grizzlies (34-82-3) will play host to Game 2 on Saturday.

The series will move to Kamloops for Games 3 and 4 on Monday and Tuesday, respectively, with game time set for 7:30 p.m. both nights at Memorial Arena.

The Storm (18-24-32) finished regular season play with a 6-5 loss to 100 Mile House on Sunday at Memorial.

Hometown Chase knocked off Kamloops 3-1 on Friday.

Revelstoke finished atop Doug Birks Division standings, while Kamloops placed fourth. Chase (26-190-2), which finished second in the division, will play third-place 100 Mile House (24-184-1) in Round 1 of the playoffs.

Rattlers place third

The Kamloops Rattlers won bronze at the under-13 B.C. Lacrosse Association championship in Burnaby earlier this month.

Kamloops edged Port Coquitlam 7-6 in the third-place game.

Recording goals for the Rattlers on the weekend were Seamus Bankier (9), Owen

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George (7), Nate Van Unen (5), Ryan Watson (4), Yoshiki Matthews (4), Jordin Hardy (2) and Phillip Busenius (2).

Temeke7 Gottfriedsen backstopped Kamloops.

Chase Argue, Lane Elliot, Robbie James, Chauncy Camille, Cody Krell, Quintin Neuls, Jacob Taylor, Ashton Van Delft and Evan Waymouth round out the Rattlers’ roster.

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Gary Reed results

The second annual Gary Reed Invitational Track and Field Meet was held at the Tournament Capital Centre on the weekend.

Forty-three Kamloops Track and Field Club athletes combined for 58 gold medals, 16 silver medals and five

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McKenna Grice in action at the RBC Training Ground event at the Tournament Capital Centre on Sunday.

Kamloops and area athletes were tested as part of a program designed to identify future Olympians.

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Many local athletes set meet records in their categories.

In the 60-metre dash, Shale Maurice (10.33 seconds), Anika Owen (9.94 seconds), Cole Willman (9.23 seconds), Ryland Sheldon (9.24 seconds) and Randy Sheldon (8.41 seconds) broke meet records.

Willman and Randy Sheldon also set meet records in the 200m dash, with times of 32.5 seconds and 28.03 seconds, respectively.

Daniel Elke established a new meet record (8.92 seconds) in the 60m hurdles.

In high jump, the bar was raised by Maurice (1.05 metres), Sophia D’Amore (1.30m), Stephen Kruger (1.62m) and Miriam Cavani (1.40m).

Cavani’s jump was good for the B.C. and Canadian records in her masters age division. She is 57. Cavani also set a meet record in long jump with a leap of 3.94m.

In shot put, Mark Vermette (7.66m), Jacob Taylor (11.42m) and Shane Wiebe (12.19m) set meet records.

Kasha Vitoratos established a new mark (4:19.22) in the 1,200m and Sunette Lessing soared to a meet record (1.45m) in high jump.

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CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, you are the eternal optimist this week. As a result, you may not be able to accurately assess all situations. Ask a friend for advice before making any big decisions.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

FEBRUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 27, 2018 LIBRA

- Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you make friends easily, and this week your social circle figures to expand even further.

Embrace this opportunity and enjoy beginning a new relationship.

SCORPIO

Leo, even if you have been relatively good at managing money, you may need to tighten the pursestrings for the next few weeks. Financial discipline now will pay dividends later.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

- Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, some of your most innovative ideas may be met with lukewarm responses. Do not let this derail your plans. You just need to be a little more persuasive.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Contradictions should not surprise you this week, Virgo. Focus on fixing as much as you can while you have an opportunity to do so.

It’s a big job.

You are very good at giving others credit, Sagittarius. But this week people may be singing your praises. It’s fine to be modest about it, but don’t downplay your contributions.

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CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20 Capricorn, do not fear if you seem to be falling out of sync with a close friend. There will be ample opportunities to rekindle the relationship. Right now you may need a breather.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, a romantic relationship can be taken to a new level when buried desires come to the surface. Give yourself plenty of time to pursue these feelings.

PISCES

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Hedwig (Haddie) Treleaven Our Mom went home to join Dad in Heaven on January 19, 2018.

On that day Mom’s dear friend Myrtle entered the house to find Mom sitting in her favorite chair. It appeared like she was having the best sleep ever, she passed away so peacefully.

Hedwig was the third daughter of ten children in the Bilau family. She was born on November 5, 1931, the first child to be born in the little log house her dad made when they first came to Barrhead, Alberta. Life during Mom’s childhood was full of challenges but her family faced those times with resilience, determination and plenty of love. To quote her sisters, Haddie was love.

Speaking of love, Charles Earl Treleaven (or Chuck as everyone knew him) and Haddie were married on June 30, 1951 in the big old Baptist Church on 2nd Avenue in Edmonton. Grandpa and Grandma Bilau had the party on the farm in Manola. Our mother said “It was very nice thanks to our sweet mom”. Chuck and Haddie’s faith in their Lord Jesus was very important to them, which was passed on to their three children Lorna King, Wes (Margaret) Treleaven and Beth (Gord) Harding, nine grandchildren Candace, Adam, Josh, Ben, Rosey, Jesse, Jazzy, Brooke and Caleb, as well as five great-grandchildren Dylan, Morgan, Eliza, AnnAH and RebeckAH. A Celebration of Life is being planned for Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Full Gospel Church, 1550 Tranquille Road, Kamloops at 1:00 pm.

Grace Fenwick

Leo Thiessen

1934 - 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Grace Elinor Marina Fenwick (nee Fryer) on February 9, 2018.

Grace was born on December 5, 1934 to Clarence and Daisy Fryer in East York, Toronto, Ontario and was also welcomed into the world by her two sisters Clarice and Anne. A gifted student, Grace skipped grades in school and graduated Grade 13 in high school two years early. One of her favourite memories growing up were the walks with her dad to church for choir practice. During her life, she worked in Toronto at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Beane, then City Hall and later Hudson’s Bay. In 1956 she met Joseph (Joe) and they married in 1958, having two boys, Jamie Joseph in 1959 and Jeffrey Douglas (Doug) in 1960. Good memories include Lindsay, Ontario for Grace & Joe and summers in Bobcaygeon, Ontario for the family. She was kind, loving, supportive and always there for her family.

In 1991, Grace and Joe retired and moved from Don Mills (Toronto) to Kamloops, BC. Joe loved to drive and each spring he and Grace made the trip east to visit relatives and see Canada.

Grace is predeceased by her husband Joe (2001) and son Jamie (2001). Grace is lovingly remembered by her son Doug of Kamloops, sisters Clarice and Anne, nieces and nephews.

Thank you to Dr. Howie and the nurses and staff at Royal Inland Hospital, Ponderosa Lodge and Pine Grove Care Centre.

At her personal request, no formal service will be held.

Should friends desire, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada would be appreciated in her memory.

Cremation arrangements entrusted to Schoening Funeral Service of Kamloops.

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(nee Johnstone) and grandson Keagan Schurack.

(nee Chase)

She worked at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital in Clearwater, BC since 1975 in Food Services.

It is with great sadness we announce Judith Diane Schurack of Clearwater, British Columbia passed away suddenly on January 29, 2018 at the age of 71. Judith was born in Kelowna on September 10, 1946.

Judith is survived by her loving husband of 52 years Werner (Slim) Schurack of Clearwater, BC, son Manfred (Gail) Schurack of Clearwater, BC, son Gregory (Bonnie) Schurack of Prince George, BC, daughter Kim (Victor) Lizzi of Kamloops, BC. She will be truly missed by her grandchildren Cole (Shylo) Schurack of Clearwater, BC, Ethan Panasiuk of Kamloops, BC, Chase Schurack of Prince George, BC, Sasha Schurack of Prince George, BC, Alessandro Lizzi of Kamloops, BC, Alex Sauve of Clearwater, BC, Serena Lizzi of Kamloops, BC, great-grandson Kimber – Cole Schurack and brother Maurice (Audrey) Chase of Clearwater, BC. She will be dearly remembered by many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Judith was predeceased by her brother Rodney Chase, father Paul Chase, sister Pauline Stock, mother Edna Saar (Chase)

Leo will be missed by his daughter Angela, sons Cameron, Vince and Keith, ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Leo also leaves behind brothers David, John, Frank and Peter, sisters Kathy, Betty and Hilda.

Leo and Betty moved to Fort McMurray with their four children in 1974 where he started his mining career at GCOS. In the summer of 1980, the decision was made to move his mining career to Logan Lake, BC where his family could enjoy a more peaceful small town setting. Leo continued to enjoy life after retirement in 2002 with Betty and especially enjoyed companionship with his dog Buddy, who went everywhere with Leo.

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September 10, 1946 – January 29, 2018

He is survived by Betty, his wife for 54 years and was predeceased by his parents David and Helen, sisters Mary, Helen and Anne.

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CELEBRATING a life well lived

Judith Diane Schurack

Leo passed away peacefully with his wife Betty at his side on February 13, 2018 in Kamloops, BC at the age of 75. Leo was born in Steinbach, Manitoba on January 11, 1943.

Judith loved the outdoors, enjoying hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, crosscountry skiing and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is remembered as an affectionate, loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Clearwater Christian Church (old Star Lake School), 1010 School Road, Clearwater, BC. Please join the family for refreshments after the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Judith to the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, 640 Park Drive, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Drake Cremation and Funeral Services, Clearwater, BC, 250 674 3030.

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Shirley Diane McCaffrey (née Clark) Shirley passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice in Kamloops after a courageous battle with cancer. Left to grieve her passing is her stepfather Keith Moore of Barriere, sister Lynne Piercy of Edmonton, step-brothers Gerry (Jan) Moore of Surrey, Gordie and Trevor Moore and step-sister Sherry (Phil) Braithwaite all of Kamloops, brother-in-law Jim Mills, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews across Canada. She is predeceased by her parents Eleanore Moore (née Fensom), Jack Clark, her sister Kathy Mills, brother David Clark and exhusband Dan McCaffrey.

Shirley Diane Clark was born in Rosetown, Saskatchewan in 1958 and moved to Salmon Arm with the family in the early 60s. Shirley spent most of the her last 25 years in Kamloops. She worked as a Production Supervisor at Kamloops Today and as graphic designer at Kamloops Daily News, Valley Sentinel in Valemount, RIH print shop, Thompson Rivers University (TRU), The Echo and her own company, Bear Dog Designs. In 2015, Shirley retired from TRU after 11 years and returned to working as a server; first at High Five Diner in Little Fort and finally at Scott’s Inn & Restaurant in Kamloops.

Shirley’s love of people and infectious sense of humour served her well in all aspects of her life. With her great smile, quick wit, huge heart and warm hugs, Shirley enjoyed many life-long friendships.

Her love of animals, especially dogs, informed much of her life. Besides enjoying her own beloved dogs—Bear, Buddy, Nikita and Harry Ha Ha—Shirley spent many years volunteering with the BCSPCA, volunteered with dog rescue in Louisiana following hurricane Katrina and volunteered as a designer for Pilots and Paws, with her own rescue dog Harry Ha Ha becoming their adorable mascot. She volunteered for many other causes along the way including Canadian Wings of Rescue, wigs for cancer, Emergency Social Services (ESS) during local wildfire crises, Special Olympics and countless events at TRU to name a few.

The family would like to say a special thank you to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice for their care and kindness to Shirley during her last days. Thank you also to Shirley’s friends Moneca, Jim and Jo Ann, Laura, Thelma, Kathryn, Murray, Scott’s Inn & Restaurant, the Kamloops Fraternal Order of Eagles and so many others for their help and support.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Shirley’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the BCSPCA or the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice.

A Celebration of Life will be announced later this spring.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam William Thomas Brown II William “Bill, Billy” Thomas Brown II, age 75 of Kamloops, BC, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at his home.

Bill was born on February 3, 1942 in Port Aux Gaul, NL to Reverend William Thomas Brown I and Edith Brown. He was the eldest of three and grew up in many areas of NL due to his father’s service with the Anglican Church.

In 1965, Bill married Pauline Clance, with whom he had four children Michelle, Denise, Bill and Andrea.

His first job was in Bonavista as a bank teller, he then pursued a career in accounting and sales in the mining industry for different mining companies throughout Canada. This opportunity brought him and his whole family to Kamloops, BC. Bill loved reading books, reading the newspaper, listening to country music, playing keno and pulltabs. His favorite watering hole was the Eagles Hall. He enjoyed his friends, telling stories and making people laugh with his quick wit ...was what he loved to do.

He is predeceased by his father Reverend William Thomas Brown I, mother Edith Brown and niece Erin Crocker.

Bill is survived by his first wife and friend Pauline Brown and second wife Judy Brown, his children

Michelle Brown (Don Heron), Denise Brown, William Thomas Brown III (Cindy), Andrea Pinske (Shane), stepchildren Jamie and Kim Millard. He also leaves to mourn his brother Lee Brown (Margaret), sister Sandra Crocker (Wayne). Known as Poppy to his loving grandchildren, he leaves behind Christopher Moraes (Michelle), Jennifer Brown (Brad Binns), Brandon Brown, Joshua Brown, Dawson Heron and Teagan Pinske. He also leaves great-grandchildren Matthew and Grace Moraes, nieces Terri-Lee Mackinnon (Joey), Tania Brown, Amy Brown, Kerry Stack (Wayne), great-nieces Kira and Kyla McKinnon and greatnephews Truth Brown and Grant Stack, cousins and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Eagles Hall at 755 Tranquille Rd. at 3:00 pm on Thursday, February 22, 2018.

The family would to thank the Ladies Auxiliary and staff of the Fraternal Order Of Eagles and Marie from Schoening Funeral Service for their support with the arrangements. We would also like to thank his dear friends who watched out for him.

Those wishing to honor Bill’s memory may do so by enrolling as an organ donor as this organization was close to his heart.

Robin Lee McMillan On February 14, 2018, Robin McMillan passed away as a result of complications from injuries sustained in an accident in January. He was finally able to rest with many of his family at his side, including his mother, brothers and aunts.

Robin was born to Winnie and Ted McMillan in Kamloops, on November 6, 1960, the third of four active brothers. His early years living at the Junction were often fondly remembered, with many stories shared about what scrapes the brothers would get up to. He attended school at St. Ann’s, Lloyd George, JP and Kam High.

From an early age, Robin was interested in science fiction and technology, interests he kept throughout his life. He fought back from adversity many times, maintaining his love of family and friends as well as learning. Since his move to Chase in 2005, Robin could often be found grabbing coffee with friends at the Legion or reading the latest news articles about space technology developments.

Robin is loved and remembered by his mother Winnie, his son Stephen, his brothers Dale, Karl and Garth (Ellen), his nieces and nephews Justin, Emma, Quinn, Madelaine, Isaac (the little monkeys) as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins in Chu Chua, Kamloops and throughout B.C. He will also be missed by his many friends at Parkside and the Chase Legion. Robin is predeceased by his father Ted in 2009 and his infant brother Darryl.

Our sincere thanks to all of Robin’s caregivers, particularly those of the ICU Unit.

Memorial service to be held later in the spring.

If desired, memorial donations to the Kamloops Brain Injury Society would be most welcome.

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was born in Kingston, Jamaica to Margaret and Nigel is survived by his loving wife Anne Powell, his Leslie Powell, the first of three children. daughters Suzanne (Peter) Above all else, Nigel loved his family. He Tomliens, Shân (Robert) Murley displayed true courage and an adventurous spirit and Bridget Powell, fourteen when, in 1965, he moved his young family from grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, his Jamaica to Canada, in pursuit of a better life and sister Mary (Alan) Reed and his brother Michael future for them. He has since lived from coast to (June) Powell. He was preceded in death by coast and many points in between, eventually his first wife Patricia Powell, his son Andrew retiring to Kamloops in order to be closer to his Powell, his great-grandson Gage Staley and greatgranddaughter Layla Powell. Nigel’s memory will remaining children. also be cherished by his loving canine pal, Sarah.

Throughout his entire life, from jetliners to model airplanes, all things aeronautical have been his true A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, passion. How he loved planes! Having earned February 24, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Hills of Peace his pilot wings, he flew as a volunteer with the Lutheran Church, 695 Robson Drive, Kamloops, Jamaica Air Defense Force for a time. While living BC, followed by a reception at the Chartwell in Prince Edward Island, he enjoyed volunteering Ridgepoint Retirement Residence, 1789 Primrose with the Civil Air Search and Rescue. Although he Court, Kamloops, BC. didn’t play often, Nigel was a skilled harmonica player. When he did play, he would liven up any Special thanks to the Kamloops Hospice House party. While he loved animals in general, dogs for their excellent and tender care. topped that list as is evidenced by the many In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may canine furpals he had over the years. be made to Kamloops Hospice Association, In his work life, Nigel was very proud of the years Alzheimer’s Society of BC or Cystic Fibrosis he spent as a police officer with the Jamaica Canada.

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Viggo (Vick) Hansen October 8, 1922 - February 16, 2018

It is with profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of our father, papa and friend.

Vick was born in Denmark and grew up to be a jack-of-all trades while working on the family’s tobacco farm. He brought those talents with him when he came to Canada in 1950. When he returned there the following year, he told his family about the wonders he encountered here. He returned to Canada and began his new life in Alberta. He then went on to the Yukon and began road building with White Pass, spent time underground at Keno Hills and Britania Beach mines. Vick met the love of his life in Whitehorse and married in 1958. They began their family in the Yukon and together they all came to Kamloops where he continued his jack-of-all trades lifestyle.

Vick loved nothing more in his retirement years than exploring around the Kamloops areas, visiting his favorite coffee shops along the way and finally settling on the cafe in Savona as his go to place. His kind and gentle nature garnered him many friends and everyone would welcome him as he came through any door. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to hear a good joke. After he broke his hip and was unable to drive, the family continued his tradition of heading out for coffee and you could always count on him to say “It’s on me!”

Vick will be deeply missed by his son Cliff Hansen (Roxanne Savard) of Kamloops and daughter Kim Hansen of Calgary. His “grandchildren” Breanna O’Donnell (Allan Angeles) and Christopher O’Donnell of Vancouver Island. His cherished longtime friends Agnes Morris of the Yukon and Ken and Jan “No.1” Spiess of Kamloops. His love, protection, strength and principles will live on in all of us.

Vick was predeceased by his beloved wife of 47 years Ilse (2005) as well as parents, brothers and sisters left in Denmark.

No service by request. In lieu of flowers, please hug your loved ones, smile and say hello to a stranger.

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Obituaries & In Memoriam Caroline Fortier (nee LaRue/Casimir) Caroline was born on August 9, 1934 in Kamloops, BC and passed away peacefully at Royal Inland Hospital on February 15, 2018. She is survived by her children Hubert (Alona), Leslie, Edith, Yvonne (Kevin), Josie and Ivan, sister Flo van Alstyne, brother Leonard Falardeau, grandchildren Dawn, Brendan, Tawny, Christopher and Hubert Jr. and great-grandchildren Cyrus, Justice, Declann and Kyra Fortie, great-great-grandchild Silas; numerous nieces, nephews and relatives.

She is predeceased by her husband Clarence, Hereditary Chief Andre, grandparents Dave and Elizabeth (Lizette) Casimir, parents Hubert LaRue and Frances Casimir, son Charles Eugene Fortier, daughters Theresa and Denise, sisters Nellie and Adeline and brothers Louie and Jackie.

Caroline loved her family and friends and was always concerned for the well-being of those around her and did anything she could to make the community a better place. She lived with her grandparents after her father passed away and was a survivor of Kamloops Indian Residential School.

She travelled with her grandparents in the summer picking berries and other foods. When she played ball she made a home run on a bunt. She used to babysit a lot of the kids from the community and many of them – around 40 kids sometimes – would come to our house to play sports and she found a way to feed them all.

She used to buy clothes from the Eatons catalogue or sew family clothing (pedal pushers with fancy checkered or flower design pockets) and quilts out of old coats - made with love and care, canned deer meat, salmon, vegetables, crab apples; anything we needed, she could do it, always with a smile and glad to see us happy. Letting the kids help her make bread even when only 2 years of age and up, baking cookies, cakes, pies, berry picking – saskatoons, soapallali, currents, raspberries, gooseberries, chokecherries, etc. She loved playing scrabble and kismet. Many times she could be found watching slow pitch or fastball games in Chu Chua, Barriere, Kamloops, Little Fort and Lillooet that family was playing in. Telling stories sometimes with a message of what was expected of the kids or advice to help us out, or in loving remembrance of family gone on to the Spirit World.

She loved classic tv shows such as Anne of Green Gables, Beverly Hillbillies, nature, wild life, education shows, cooking, classic comedies, although at times the remote could be a challenge. She loved gardening (had her own flower garden – made sure to water flowers everyday), reading, listening

Mary Legge

to jukebox oldies and classic country. Bird watching was one of her favourite pastimes – making sure the hummingbirds and chickadees had enough food. She appreciated all the little things in life and was thankful for all she had.

May 10, 1930 – February 6, 2018

Mom was diabetic and loved her treats – she said “just like a bear”. She loved lemon meringue pies, chocolates, jello with fruit and whipped cream, homemade cakes, cookies and mashed potatoes with gravy. Later in life she struggled with breast cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes.

Caroline loved to travel to places she would see on TV – flew to Ft. McMurray (was the first time flying), gold panning in Barkerville, enjoying walking along Mad River. She grew up with haying, horses and wagons. She would always remember the old ways, offer food or beverages, sometimes items a person might need, smile with kindness and love, appreciate a person for who they are, teach by showing, respect for all living things, helping out without being asked, appreciative of all kindnesses shown to her - our Mom, best friend, teacher, love always.

Wake started on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 11:30 am at Simpcw Spiritual Centre, Chu Chua, BC. Wake to follow on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1:00 pm at Tk’emlups Moccasin Square Gardens (Old KIB Gym), Kamloops, BC Celebration of Life Services: Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 10:30 am at St. Joseph’s Church, 200 Chilcotin Road, Kamloops, BC (No viewing by request) Burial to follow at Tk’emlups te Pen Pen (St. Joseph’s Cemetery) Feast to follow at Moccasin Square Gardens

Dora will be lovingly remembered by husband Antonio, her three sisters Ida (Alfredo) of Italy, Filomena (Donato) and Palma and sister-in-law Carmina all of Kamloops and numerous nieces, nephews and other family.

She was predeceased by her three brothers Allessandro, Giuseppe (Antonietta) and Ottavio (Rosina) and brother-in-law Antonio Toto.

In Loving Memory Of Margaret Munro

September 11, 1927 – February 11, 2018

On Sunday, February 11, 2018 in the early evening, our beloved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother Margaret Munro passed away.

Margaret was born in Grand Banks, Nfld. in 1927, she later married the love of her life Henry James Munro. They were married in Kentville, NS in 1944 and were together 63 wonderful years.

Dora enjoyed her large yard, which she faithfully tended to. She had a very productive vegetable garden and beautiful flower gardens. She was a devoted wife and aunt and loved spending time with her large extended family.

Margaret is predeceased by her husband Henry.

She is survived by her daughters Trudy (George) Cairns, Karen Richter, Dawn (Pat) Pitts and son Craig (Sheri) Munro, much loved grandchildren Michael (Mayumi) Richter, Leah Cairns (Kevin Hawryluk), Lindsay (Shane) Lennox, Joshua Munro, Kara (Gord) Vibert and Daniel Pitts, great-grandchildren Mayuki Richter and Maddox, Seattle and Harlow Lennox, Bodhi, Aura and Kaia Hawryluk, Charlie and Payton Vibert, Kaysen and Remington Munro.

Prayers will be recited at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 7:00 pm.

The family wishes to thank Overlander Extended Care staff for all their compassion and care.

The Reverend Father Paul Simms will celebrate the Funeral Mass at the church on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 11:00 am. Private family entombment will follow at Evergreen Mausoleum.

A celebration of life will be arranged in the spring.

Dora was born and raised in Italy, she met the love of her life Antonio and they were married on December 4, 1958. Together they came to Halifax in September 1963 and immediately moved to Kamloops (where family was already living).

Should friends desire, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated in memory of Dora.

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She will be lovingly remembered by her two sisters Elizabeth Duncan and Margaret Kawano and all her nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her husband Richard Legge, her parents James and Mary McQuaters, her brother Thomas McQuaters and her niece Heather Duncan.

Mary started her lengthy career with BC Tel at the age of 16 and worked there until her retirement making many lifelong friends along the way. After she retired, Mary continued to work part-time at various jobs until the age of 80.

Mary and Richard enjoyed spending summers at White Lake, fishing and relaxing with their two dogs Ricki and Tuffy.

The family would would like to thank the staff of Kamloops Seniors Village, especially the staff of 2A for their care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the BCSPCA in Mary’s name would be welcome.

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It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Dora Renzullo on February 17, 2018. She was born on March 12, 1941 in Santa Maria Del Molise, Italy.

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At Mary’s request there will be no service.

Special thank you to Royal Inland Hospital staff, nurses and doctors, Barriere Diagnostic & Treatment Centre staff, Urban Native Health Centre, Tk’emlups te Secwepemc, Simpcw First Nation, other surrounding communities, Qwemtsin Health Society, High Country and Interior Health home support services, family and community members for the excellent care of Caroline.

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It is with great sadness the family announces passing of Mary Legge February 6, 2018 at the of 87.

Cremation arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home.

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by Henry Van Dyke

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February 21, 2015 Fond Memories linger on - Connie

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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Kami Cabs Requires a Full Time Automotive Mechanic. $27/hr. Job Description: Repair and Maintenance of diesel, propane and gasoline vehicles. Must have a minimum of 2 years experience, and have completed secondary and post secondary training.

Apply at satinder.mann@kami cabs.ca or in person at 209 Leigh Rd. Kamloops

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Male Pensioner looking for single lady for company for outings, dinners and coffee.

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Employment Business Opportunities Building Maintenance and Commercial Janitorial Business. Includes equipment, vehicle, training and existing contracts with 30 hours per week. Administrative support provided for Accounts Receivable & Sales. Gross income of approx. $3,100 per month plus. Asking $19,500. or best offer. Contact Darrell 250-319-1394. ~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

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Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For Assistance: 1-844-4535372.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Education/Trade Schools AAA Courses PAL & CORE

courses every Monday and/or Tuesdays plus on Weekends.

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Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. March 10th and 11th. Saturday and Sunday.

P.A.L. February 25th, Sunday. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor:

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Help Wanted I PAY Cash $$$ For All Scrap Vehicles! and $5 for auto batteries Call or Text Brendan 250-574-4679

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 5858 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

8567227 COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

PERFECT Part-Time Opportunity

2 Days Per Week call 250-374-0462

Feel Great - Fitness Earn Extra Income Text 778-220-6343

Email - lharpe@telus.net Lyle 778-220-6343

is looking for substitute distributors for door-to-door deliveries.

Vehicle is required.

For more information please call the Circulation Department at

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Sidhu & Sons Nursery Ltd. located at 9623 Sylvester Road, Mission, BC V2V 7K6 is hiring workers for outside vineyard work at Monte Creek, BC. Work will be full-time and 5 days per week. Salary will be $11.35/hour. Apply by fax: 604-820-1361 or by email: info@sidhunursery.com

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8563053 Now has a position available for a

LICENSED OPTICIAN/ CONTACT LENS FITTER Full-Time With Benefits Email letter of interest to: Optical Manager - w161opt@costco.com or apply in person at the Kamloops Costco location.

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Applications are invited for the position of a Computer Technician Applications are invited for the position of a Computer I or Computer Technician II, depending on experience, with School Ride available from Kamloops to Logan Lake.

Technician I or Computer Technician II, depending Great benefits.

District No. 58, (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt. on experience, with School District No. 58 (NicolaYour role will be vitally important to keeping our Similkameen) Merritt.

This is a 12-month per year, 7.5inhours per day position. Salary practice running smoothly and maintaining our and benefits will be per in accordance withper theday C.U.P.E. Local 847 valued patients in the highest level of dental health.

This is a 12-month year, 7.5 hours position.

Collective SalaryAgreement. and benefits will be in accordance with the Email resume and cover letter to dmdbds@yahoo.ca C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement.

For a complete listing of the job description and qualifications please For a complete listing of the job description and visit the district’s website at www.sd58.bc.ca click on qualificationsPositions please visit district’s websiteApplications, at Employment/Job (Jobthe Code 2503187). www.sd58.bc.ca click onwith Employment/Job Positions including a detailed resume a minimum of three references, Interior Plumbing & Heating Ltd. requires Sheet Metal (Job 2503187).

Applications, a detailed will beCode accepted until March 2, 2018. including Please forward to: Journeymen, Apprentices, and/or Experienced Helpers to resume with a minimum of three references, will be work in our Commercial and Residential Departments.

Attn: Secretary Treasurer accepted until March 2, 2018. Please forward to: We offer competitive labour rates, long term employment, School District #58 (Nicola-Similkameen) Attn: Secretary Treasurer advancement opportunities, and benefit packages.

P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. School DistrictMerritt, No. 58BC (Nicola-Similkameen) V1K 1B8 Interested applicants should submit resume to the address P.O. Box 4100, 1550 378-6263 Chapman St. Fax: (250) below. Short listed applicants will be contacted promptly.

Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Email: ejurista@iphltd.com Fax: (250) for 378-6263 Only those applicants selected an interview will be contacted

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society (1) Full-time Fixed Term Family Circles Coordinator Objective: The Family Circles Coordinator provides preventative support and maintenance programs to preserve families where possible.

The Family Circles Coordinator will bring all relevant parties together to promote cooperative planning and decision making to rebuild family support networks. This position will provide strong leadership in advocating the rights and jurisdiction of family units and will develop positive working relationships with community groups, agencies and societies.

Requirements: • Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Social Work or related field • Knowledge of family and child protection legislation • Interviewing and needs assessment skills • Strong problem solving and planning skills • Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral • Knowledge of local First Nations customs and culture an asset • Must have a valid BC driver’s license and reliable transportation • Must be able to pass a Criminal Record Check • Preference will be given to, but not limited to, First Nation Applicants •Travel required, geographical area includes Merritt, Lytton and Ashcroft Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: $26.31/hr.

Posting until position is filled For full job description contact SCFSS. Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume by Mail, Fax or E-mail Attn: Yvonne Hare, Executive Director Scw’exmx Child & Family Service Society 2975 Clapperton Ave Merritt BC V1K 1G2 Tel: (250) 378-2771 • Fax: (250) 378-2799 reception@scwexmx.com Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Funding available for those who qualify!

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Enjoyable, respectful & professional environment.

Newest, most advanced instruments/procedures.

SHEET METAL WORKERS NEEDED

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Interior Plumbing & Heating Ltd. 782 Laval Crescent 250.372.3441

www.iphltd.com

CERTIFIED ICBC AIR BRAKE COURSE March 3-4, 2018

Class 1 Truck Driver Training 2-5 week training courses available

Ask us today about our new B-Train Employment Mentorship Program!

Call 250.828.5104 or visit tru.ca/trades

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LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Ts’kw’aylaxw Housing

Red Seal Journeyman Carpenterclose for Housing A.S.A.P LocatedSeeking in thea qualified beautiful Fraser Canyon, toRenovation and north of Lillooet, British Please contact: Carmen Ned Columbia, our great community is inviting qualified applicants to apply for Phone: of: 250-256-4204 ect: 357 the position

ADMINISTRATOR

Email: housing@tskwaylaxw.com

Reporting to Chief and Council, and working as a Team with Council, Administration employees and the community, the successful candidate will have responsibility for providing the leadership and general management of the Administration and Operating affairs, including formal planning, policy management, financial management, program and department management, land management, economic development, capital project management, human resource management, employee and community health and safety, community development and relations, and related external government relations.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE, TO INCLUDE: • Related and Accredited Post-Secondary Degree or Equivalent Formal Post-Secondary Education and Certifications / Formal Training • Six to eight (6-8) years directly related experience with three (3) or more years experience in a senior management position with a First Nations Administration • Management experience in the development and administration of formal Plans, Policies, Funding Agreements, Budgets, Programs, Services and Projects, including capital and economic development • Excellent Leadership, General Management, Human Resource Management, Communications, Negotiation and Team-building skills • Demonstrated working knowledge of and commitment to First Nations Title and Rights and Culture • Excellent financial management experience / skills, including the writing and management of Funding Proposals and Agreements • Demonstrated ability to work with a First Nations Community and Governments, to include the understanding of applicable Federal and Provincial Statutes, Regulations and Laws • Completion of a positive Criminal Records Check & the Certification to work in Canada A very good compensation package is offered, along with the opportunity to contribute to the success of a great First Nations Organization and Community. Successful candidate must be willing to relocate to the Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation area.

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Watson & Haines in Kamloops, British Columbia is currently seeking an experienced conveyancer to join our small but dynamic team for a full time permanent position.The ideal candidate will possess the following: • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in conveyancing (including handling sale, purchase and refinance files from start to finish) • Familiarity with E-filing and searching through LTSA and BC Online • Experience with Econveyance would be ideal but is not required • Knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook If you are interested in the position and would like to work in a friendly, professional atmosphere, please send your resume and cover letter to contact@watsonhaines.ca Only successful candidates will be contacted.

8563127 FAMILY LAW LAWYER – IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE: MARTIN & MARTIN Lawyers, Kamloops, B.C. (3 – 5 year call) Busy law firm practicing in personal injury (plaintiff), wills/estates, real estate, and family law.

Candidate will have some trial experience, including Supreme Court proceedings.

Please submit resumes in confidence to cmartin@martinlawyers.ca.

Please be advised that only those under consideration will be contacted.

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8565266 We have an employment Litigation Paralegal opportunity for a or Legal Assistant

We have an employment opportunity for a

Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant.

Experience with personal injury law and strongly recommended.

ATTN: OFFICE MANAGER Submit your resume in confidence by email to: mcundari@cundarilaw.com ATTN: OFFICE MANAGER (mcundari@cundarilaw.com) Fax: (250)372-5554 or fax to: 250-372-5554

Red Sealed Auto body Technicians Bannister All Makes Collision & Glass Vernon British Columbia Are you looking to live in the desirable Okanagan Valley in British Columbia? We have at our doorstep beautiful lakes, mountains, ski resorts, boating, fishing, camping and sports. We are currently seeking to hire two Red Sealed Auto body Technicians to come work in our brand new facility here in Vernon BC. We are a multi dealership company with Auto Collision Repair shops attached to each of them. We offer great wages, benefits and opportunities. Send resume to the ATT: Bill Blackey Email: bodyshop@bannisters.com

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Applications will be received and reviewed in strict confidence.

Closing date for accepting résumés is Friday March 2nd, 2018

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Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation 35100 Hwy 99 Box 2200 Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0 Attention: Desarae John, Acting Administrator E-mail: executiveassistant@tskwaylaxw.com Phone: 250-256-4204

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Andre’s Electronic Experts is looking to grow their TELUS sales team. Looking for individuals with sales experience and/ or knowledge of cellular. Full time- salary/commission with potential wage to be $30,000 - $65,000 plus benefits.

academic qualifications strongly recommended.

Experience with personal injury law

Please forward a current résumé with applicable supervisory and other references to:

A&T Project Developments Inc.

TELUS Sales Rep

- Andre’s Electronic Experts

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ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS: NEWSPAPER AND DIGITAL MARKETING Kamloops This Week is always looking to add superb sales people with a creative flair to our team.

Our business requires highly organized individuals with the ability to multi-task in a fun, fast-paced, team environment.

We offer our clients traditional marketing ideas and products, in addition to cutting-edge, state-of-the-art online strategies to help them compete in today’s digital environment.

Good interpersonal skills are an asset and a strong knowledge of sales and marketing are desired for those who wish to join the vibrant KTW team. Excellent communication skills, a valid driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle are what you need to become a part of a growing business entity.

If you are a competitive and creative individual and enjoy challenging yourself, we want to hear from you.

Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to sales manager Ray Jolicoeur at ray@kamloopsthisweek.com We thank all applicants, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Employment Temporary/ PT/Seasonal

Need extra $ $ $ Kamloops This Week is currently hiring Substitute Carriers for door-to-door deliveries.

Call 250-374-0462 for more information.

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

Job wanted by Computer Programmer-Analyst /Office 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 at 250-8281474. genew@telus.net

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ALL SEASON FIREWOOD. For delivery birch, fir & pine.

Stock up now. Campfire wood.

(250) 377-3457.

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5670404 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING SALE...”REALLY BIG SALE IS BACK-EXTRA WINTER DISCOUNT ON NOW!” 20X23 $5,798 25X27 $6,356 30x31 $8,494 32X33 $8,728 35X35 $11,670. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-855-2127036 www.pioneersteel.ca

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Furniture 8ft Antique Couch $900.

Round dining room table w/4chairs & 2 bar stools. $700.

Couch & matching chairs $149. 250-374-1541.

Bdrm vanity, chest of drawers $20. Oak dining table $75. Bar table $40. Bar stools/chairs $10/each. Fridge $250. Computer desk $20. China cabinet $40. 250-573-1736.

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

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GERMAN Black Forest Grandfather Clock. Beautiful Condition, hand engraved & hand painted pendulum.

Three chimes, The Westminster, The Whittington & The St.Michael. $3,995/obo.

Call Tammy 250-572-5842.

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $0.99/each for a box of 180 ($178.20). Also full range of tree, shrub, and berry seedlings. Free shipping most of Canada. Growth guarantee. 1866-873-3846 or TreeTime.ca.

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KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city.

Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462

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

Firearms Kimber Model 1911 22 caliber pistol stainless, new in box. $600. CZ 9mm pistol new in box w/ammo $600. 250372-8633. Must have restricted PAL.

MISC4Sale: Oak Table Chairs-$400, 1-Standard 8ft truck canopy $300. Call 250851-1115 after 6pm or leave msg.

Snow Blower 8hp Sears brand $500obo (250) 577-3120

Recreational/Sale 2005, 38’ RV trailer 2 slides, sleeps 6, appl incld, fully loaded, $16,900. 236-421-2251

Call: 250-371-4949

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Scrap Car Removal

Beautiful 1bdrm, sep ent on S. T. River. N/S/P/P. $895. large living space 15miles east of Kamloops Mature Person, must have vehicle 250-5735498.

Antiques / Classics

Assorted used downhill skis. $150/set. Good condition. Call evenings. 250-376-8625.

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1985 Dodge Ram Charger.

Very good condition. $5,000/OBO 250-579-5551 2006 Equinox. 168,000kms.

Auto, 6cyl.

Good cond. $5,250/obo. 250-554-2788.

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1965 Mercury 4dr., hardtop.

55,000 miles. 390-330HP. $4,000. 250-574-3794.

1994 F150 Lariat 5L 5spd 4wd ext cab Flat deck. $2000/obo 250-376-7129/250-319-0046

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

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1999 AUDI A6 All Wheel Drive Well maintained Reduced to $3900obo 250-819-2532 Absolute gorgeous 03 Cadillac Deville one owner low kms $5,500.00/obo 250-554-0580

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Looking for an apt for lady and dog I can call home, up to $600/mo. 250-299-1527.

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

1BDRM Sep. Entr. Shared Lndry. N/S N/P $900/mo+DD+ ref’s, util. incl. Brock 554-2228

Valleyview 1bdrm suite. $850 includes util, Int, cable. W/D. N/S. 778-921-2147 after 5pm

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Recreation **BOOK NOW FOR BEST WEEKS IN 2018** 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.

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Grt loc, 2bdrms, sep entr. patio, nice yard. Ref’s. No Pets. $925/mo. 250-376-0633

00000000000000000000000 Numismatist buying coins, collections,paper money, gold, silver +. Todd 250)-864-3521 01 Actual Coin Collector Buying Collections, Sets, Gold & Silver,Olympic Coins, Paper $ etc.Call Chad 1-250-863-3082 Christine is Buying Vintage Jewellery, Gold, Silver, Coins, Sterling, China, Estates, etc.

1-778-281-0030 Housecalls.

Misc. for Sale A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc.,Custom Modifications Office / Home” Call for price.

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Vernon Collectors Club 30th Annual Antiques & Collectibles Sale Vernon Rec. Centre 3310-37th Ave., next to Curling Rink.

Fri. Feb 23, 2-8 pm & Sat. Feb 24, 10 am to 4 pm Admission $3.00 Good for both days.

Pets Animals sold as “purebred stock” must be registrable in compliance with the Canadian Pedigree Act.

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Duplex / 4 Plex 3Bdrm duplex top flr 2 full baths, new floors, N/P. Avail Mar 1st $1600. 778-908-6882

1982 Mercedes 300 SD TD. 2 owners, original and documented.

242,000km no drips. Show car quality.

Asking $6000. 250-312-3525 before 8pm

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Motorcycles

South Shore 1500sq/ft 2bdrm 2bth. Wheelchair or scooter friendly. $1600 plus util. 250372-8027/250-851-6503.

2003 Harley Davidson 100th Ann. Edition Fat Boy CID 95 Stage 3 exc cond 17,000km $11,000. (250) 318-2030

1996 Chevrolet C/K 2500 HD 3/4 ton Truck.

Good condition. $9,900.

250-374-1988

Utility Trailers

3%

Heavy Duty Trailer 5’8” inside 14’ long. 2x8 stud axles, elec brakes, ramps. $3000/obo.

250-577-3120.

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Boats 14ft aluminum boat w/trailer and new 9.9HP Merc O/B w/asst equip $4000.

(250) 523-6251

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Notice is hereby given to DUNSTAN OLIVER DANE, please be advised that your abandoned vehicle 2007 Infinity M45 Vin # JNKBY01E57M402674 located at 2706 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC will be disposed of to cover debt of $650 on March 6, 2018 at 9:00 am. Contact Brendan Kelly at 250-574-4679.

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Full body massage. Men and women. Strictly professional.

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PETER’S YARD SERVICE

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REIMER’S FARM SERVICES

250-260-0110

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING Looking for Door to Door Carriers.

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ABERDEEN Rte 506 – Gloaming Dr, Heatherton Crt, Laurel Pl, Stirling Pl. – 89 p.

Rte 509 – 459-551 Laurier Dr, Shaughnessy Hill. – 45 p.

Rte 510 – 372-586 Aberdeen Dr, 402-455 Laurier Dr. 53 p.

Rte 517 – 2267-2299 Garymede Dr, Greenock Crt & Pl. – 47 p.

Rte 520 – Canongate Cres & Pl, 805-841 Dunrobin Dr, Whitburn Cres. – 74 p.

Rte 523 – 2300-2399 Abbeyglen Way, 750-794 Dunrobin Dr. – 77 p.

MT DUFFERIN Rte 589 – 1200-1385 Copperhead Dr. – 58 p.

Rte 335 – 1175-1460 6th Ave, 1165-1185 7th Ave, Cowan St, 550-792 Munro St. – 59 p.

Rte 339 – 916-1095 Fraser St, 1265-1401 9th Ave. – 30 p.

Rte 373 – Clark St. 24-60 W. Columbia St. – 20 p.

Rte 380 – 610-780 Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. – 61 p.

Rte 381 – 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. – 41p.

Rte 382 – 114-150 Fernie Pl, Fernie Rd, 860-895 Lombard St. – 30 p.

Rte 384 – 407-775 W. Battle St, 260-284 Centre Ave. – 47 p.

Rte 385 – 350-390 W. Battle St, Strathcona Terr. – 29 p.

SAHALI Rte 482 – 101-403 Robson Dr. – 55 p.

LOWER SAHALI Rte 403 – 405-482 Greenstone Dr, Tod Cres. – 29 p.

Rte 404 – Chapperon Dr, 108-395 Greenstone Dr, Pyramid Crt. – 58 p.

VALLEYVIEW/JUNIPER Rte 605 – 1770-1919 Glenwood Dr, Knollwood Dr, Vicars Rd. – 61 p.

Rte 612 – Falcon Rd, Flamingo Rd, 2040-2177 Glenwood Dr. - 63 p.

Rte 620 – MacAdam Rd, McKay Pl, Pyper Way, 2530-2580 Valleyview Dr. – 69 p.

Rte 621 – Duck Rd, Skelly Rd, 96 Tanager Dr, 2606-2876 Thompson Dr. – 54 p.

Rte 652 – Coldwater Crt, 16162212 Coldwater Dr, 1921-1999 Skeena Dr(odd side). – 58 p.

NORTHSHORE/BROCK Rte 117 – 675 Cottonwood Ave, 563-698 MacKenzie Ave, Poplar St, 646-694 Stewart Ave, 635 Tranquille Rd, Willow St. – 61 p.

DOWNTOWN Rte 317 – 535-649 7th Ave, 702794 Columbia St (even side), 702-799 Nicola St. – 45 p.

Rte 319 – 545 6th Ave, 604-690 Columbia St (even side), 604-692 Nicola St. – 15 p.

Rte 323 – 755-783 6th Ave, 763-884 7th Ave, 744-878 8th Ave, 603-783 Columbia St (odd Side), 605-793 Dominion St. – 48 p.

Rte 325 – 764-825 9th Ave, 805-979 Columbia St (odd side), 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. – 65 p.

Rte 331 – 984-987 9th Ave, 1125 10th Ave, 901-981 Douglas St, 902-999 Munro St, 806-990 Pleasant St. – 38 p.

Rte 333 – 1005-1090 Pine St, 1003-1176 Pleasant St. – 35 p.

Rte 334 – 975 13th Ave, 1104-1276 Pine St, 11201-1274 Pleasant St. – 41 p.

It’s Not Trash,

Bushwacker Contracting

Pat’s Gunsmithing and Used Guns. 30 years experience.

Logan Lake. Call for hours.

250-523-2711.

250-572-0753

Landscaping

Fitness/Exercise

Home Improvements

Yard clean-up, Hedge trimming

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WITNESS WANTED • HIT AND RUN On February 6, 2018, at approximately 1:40 pm, there was a hit and run collision in the Save-On Foods parking lot in Westsyde involving a white SUV. If you happened to see this incident, and have any information, please contact Jeff Jakel at Gillespie & Company LLP at 250-434-2597 or jjakel@gillespieco.ca. Thank you.

Rte 125 – Alexander Ave, Angus St, Campbell Ave, 403-455 MacKenzie Ave, Ross St, 393-399 Tranquille Rd (Odd Side), Williams St. – 83 p.

Rte 131 – 321-631 Fortune Dr. – 35 p.

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LOGAN LAKE Rte 910 – 308-397 Basalt Dr, 202-217 Basalt Pl, 132-197 Jasper Dr, Jasper Pl. – 68 p.

DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 748 – Crawford Crt, Crawford Pl, 387-495 Todd Rd. – 38 p.

Rte 750 – 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. – 31 p.

Rte 754 – Hillview Dr, Mountview Dr. – 36 p.

Rte 755 – 6159-6596 Dallas Dr, McAuley Pl, Melrose Pl, Yarrow Pl. – 72 p.

Rte 759 – Beverly Pl, 6724-7250 Furrer Rd, McIver Pl, Pat Rd, Stockton Rd. – 40 p.

Rte 761 – 6022-6686 Furrer Rd, Houston Pl, Parlow Rd, Pearse Pl, Urban Rd. – 57 p.

RAYLEIGH Rte 830 – Chetwynd Dr, Stevens Dr. – 58 p.

Rte 832 – Bolean Dr & Pl, Chilco Ave, Kathleen Pl. – 55 p.

Rte 833 – 4102-4194 Cameron Rd, 3990-4152 Davie Rd. – 44 p.

Rte 835 – Mattoch-McKeaque, Sabiston Crt & Rd. – 30 p.

WESTSYDE Rte 242 – Bebek Rd, 1002-1014 Pine Springs Rd, 3260-3310 Westsyde Rd. – 55 p.

Rte 251 – 802-896 Agassiz Rd, 818-878 Kyle Dr, 2698-2750 Westsyde Rd. – 27 p.

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