Kamloops This Week July 29, 2020 by KamloopsThisWeek

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2020 | Volume 33, No. 44

TODAY’S WEATHER

Very hot — again High 36 C, Low 17 C

SUMMER BASEBALL

CHARGES REDUCED

HEAT WAVE

Kamloops club to join West Coast League for 2021

Murder allegations downgraded to manslaughter

High temperatures prove problematic for city’s homeless

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NEWS/A5

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New life for long-stalled residential project? Kelowna development company plans to turn partially complete Mission Hill site into high-end rental build JESSICA WALLACE STAFF REPORTER jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

ork has finally resumed on the years-old Mission Hill project off the Summit Connector, a half-built residential development that had been in limbo for a decade — and the scope of the project has changed again. Traine Construction and Development vice-president of development Chad Davidson said pre-construction work began two weeks ago on a luxury rental development. The partially completed building, which has drawn the ire of Kamloops residents, is expected to be completed in early 2021. “We’re happy to be able to turn the eyesore into a really nice looking community and finish off that piece of the Mission Hill,” Davidson told KTW. Once the brainchild of developer Mike Rink, the project changed hands multiple times and is now a partnership between the Kelowna developer, rental management company Mainline Living and realtor Forum. Most recently dubbed Hudson’s Bay Landing, Davidson said the development will once again be rebranded. Plans for two condo buildings have also changed, with plans now calling for a three-building

DAVE EAGLES/KTW A Kelowna developer has taken over the long-dormant construction site at Mission Hill, aiming to finish a partially completed building before constructing two more. The project is being described by the developer as high-end rentals.

high-end rental development with nearly 170 rental units, with completion slated for late 2022. Davidson said the housing

market has changed in the last five to eight years. People are choosing rentals to save money and have more time

for experiences, he said. Thompson Rivers University is nearby, offering a place for student rentals. Kamloops is also experi-

encing among the lowest vacancy rates in British Columbia. See THREE BUILDINGS, A16

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Council Calendar August 11, 2020 1:30 pm ‑ Regular Council Meeting 7:00 pm ‑ Public Hearing ‑ CANCELLED Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street

Property taxes were due on July 2, 2020. Avoid a 5% late payment penalty by ensuring you have made your payment on or before July 30, 2020.

August 25, 2020 1:30 pm ‑ Regular Council Meeting 7:00 pm ‑ Public Hearing ‑ CANCELLED Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street

To provide flexibility for residential property owners (Classes 1, 2, 3, and 9) this year, Council approved extending the penalty due date and splitting the penalty between two dates as follows:

August 31, 2020 2:00 pm ‑ Community Relations Committee Valley First Lounge, 300 Lorne Street

• Payment between July 3–July 30 ‑ no penalty

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Residents are also encouraged to apply for their Home Owner Grant online at Kamloops.ca/eHOG.

• Payment between July 31–September 30 ‑ 5% penalty • Payment on or after October 1 ‑ an additional 5% penalty

On October 1, a 10% penalty will be applied to all unpaid commercial property tax balances (Classes 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8) and unclaimed Home Owner Grants.

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Seymour Parkade Closure Effective July 6, the Seymour Street Parkade will be closed for approximately one month to replace the traffic deck membrane. For project details and alternate parking options, visit: Kamloops.ca/Parking

Notice to Motorists Motorists are advised that the pedestrian‑ activated traffic signal has been installed on Victoria Street West for the crosswalk at The Mustard Seed. The signal is scheduled to be put into operation during the week of July 27. Motorists are asked to please use caution when approaching and driving through this area. Please use caution when driving in the vicinity of and obey all traffic control personnel, signs, and devices in the following area: • Barnhartvale Road Dallas Drive to Todd Road • Island Parkway (McArthur Island Ring Road) • Tranquille Road Southill Street to Holt Street • Valleyview Drive Russet Wynd to Oriole Road • Pacific Way 2300 block • Tod Mountain Road To stay up to date on road work projects, visit: Kamloops.ca/Kammute

Notice to Residents Water Restrictions Waterworks Bylaw No. 12‑31 states that no sprinkling or irrigating is allowed between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm from May 1 to August 31. The first offence will result in a $100 fine; each subsequent offence will result in a $200 fine. Kamloops.ca/WaterSmart

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2019 ANNUAL REPORT The City of Kamloops 2019 Annual Municipal Report has been published and is available for public inspection on Kamloops.ca or upon request at City Hall reception located a 7 Victoria Street West. The Annual Municipal Report will be presented to Council during the Public Submissions portion of the Regular Council Meeting scheduled for: Tuesday, August 11, 1:30 pm Valley First Lounge, Sandman Centre 300 Lorne Street Those who wish to participate may attend in person or via the video conference link provided below. We are also accepting email and mail‑in correspondence. • Email: legislate@kamloops.ca • Mail: City Hall, 7 Victoria Street West, Kamloops, BC, V2C 1A2 • Video Conference: Join via Zoom by visiting Kamloops.ca/Aug11Council on August 11, 2020, at 1:30 pm. Written submissions must include your name and address and be received no later than 12:00 pm on August 7, 2020.

NORTH SHORE NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN The City has begun the review and update of the 2008 North Shore Neighbourhood Plan. The North Shore has experienced population growth, demand for new development, and pressure for expanded community and social services. The updated plan will provide direction to guide planning and land use management for the areas identified in the North Shore Neighbourhood Plan area. Land use policies within the plan will focus on economic development, community well‑being, transportation, infrastructure, urban design, and other topics identified by the community. Visit our web page to: • view background information and project timelines • take a survey to share your vision of the North Shore • subscribe to project updates

KEEP ROLLING KAMLOOPS Riders' and drivers' safety and comfort is top priority for the City and BC Transit, and we have put measures in place for safe, comfortable, and reliable transportation during this unprecedented time. Measures include targeted capacity to support physical distancing, encouraging the use of face coverings on buses, one‑way flow on buses (with the exception of mobility aids), and protective barriers for operators. We will continue to take the lead from Health Canada, the Province of BC, and BC Transit. WIN! Enter BC Transit's Together We Ride Giveaway to win an annual bus pass and other rider essentials. There are eight chances to win throughout the summer. Kamloops.ca/Transit

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Charges downgraded in gang slaying Four of five second-degree murder charges reduced to manslaughter in 2018 death TIM PETRUK STAFF REPORTER tim@kamloopsthisweek.com

Prosecutors have received approval to send five men accused in a gangland 2018 slaying directly to trial, but four of them are no longer charged with murder. A direct indictment was approved late last week in the case of the five men accused of killing Troy Gold, a player in the Kamloops drug scene who was reported missing in October 2018. The 35-year-old’s remains were found in the Lac du Bois area weeks later. Jayden Eustache, Nathan Townsend, Darien Rohel, John Daviss and Sean Scurt had been charged with second-degree murder in connection with Gold’s death. All but Eustache had their

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The province says it is aware of community concerns in Blue River, where the Tiny House Warriors continue to protest, but reiterated the RCMP is prepared to respond to criminal activity. In an email statement, the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General said no additional resources have been requested by the RCMP to the area and that it has been informed by the police they “do have the ability to mobilize their resources accordingly to address any calls for service.” “Our government recognizes the public’s right to engage in peaceful protests and lawful assembly,” an email statement from the province reads. “The Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General’s job is to ensure that an adequate and effective level of policing and law enforcement is maintained. “To date, no additional resources have ben requested by the RCMP in regards to this matter.”

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KTW FILE PHOTO The Tiny House Warriors build small homes in an effort to block construction of the proposed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is calling for a meeting with Premier John Horgan to discuss alleged harassment of businesses and residents in Blue River, a rural community about 2.5 hours north of Kamloops on

Highway 5, after a group of protestors asserting what it said is “Secwepemc territorial authority and jurisdiction” protesting the controversial Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. The group has occupied crown

land since the summer of 2018, after moving from park land in Clearwater. At a recent TNRD board meeting, Area B (Thompson Headwaters) director Stephen Quinn said the group has been harassing businesses and people and opposition to the protestors is mounting, with a letter-writing campaign and protest held over the weekend, in addition to the TNRD’s call for a meeting with the province. At the end of June, Blue River residents met with the RCMP and area First Nations to discuss the matter and two Kamloops-area First Nations chiefs since called for the Tiny House Warriors to leave its camp and stop activity

on Secwépemc land, saying the actions violate Secwépemc laws and customs. Tk’emlups te Secwépemc Chief Rosanne Casimir called for the Tiny House Warriors to stand down, only to be targeted herself on the group’s social media page. Quinn told the TNRD board he feels the premier has thrown the community under the bus, in stating residents need to call the police when issues should arise. The issue, Quinn told KTW, is in the occupation of Crown land. The province said the federal government needs to be part of the discussion, as the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is federally regulated and owned. The province is responsible for issuing permits and monitoring compliance, the statement reads. The Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General reiterated the RCMP will take necessary actions to assist in keeping the peace, as well as protect should criminal activities pose a threat to public safety.

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KTW FILE PHOTO Kamloops-Thompson school board chair Kathleen Karpuk (left) is stepping down due to new work commitments, but she plans to stay on as a trustee. The move comes weeks after district Supt. Alison Sidow announced she would leave her post at the end of August. Karpuk has served as trustee since 2008 and as chair since 2018.

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Kamloops-Thompson school trustee Kathleen Karpuk has resigned her position of board chair. The longtime board member will remain in her role as a trustee, but has taken a step back due to new work commitments. “I have accepted a full-time position with the Ministry of Forests Wildfire Branch,” Karpuk said in a press release. “I have learned a great deal during my term as chair, but as I take on this new position, I will have less time to carry out the extra duties required by the board chair.” Karpuk previously worked as the office manager for her husband Steven’s chiropractic clinic. On Monday, July 27, the board will choose its next chair

during a special 7 p.m. meeting. Karpuk was elected chair in November 2018 and acclaimed to the position again in November 2019. Her predecessor, trustee Meghan Wade, opted not to seek the position again when she was re-elected in 2018 in order to spend more time with her husband, who was retiring. Karpuk has served as a trustee since 2008 (re-elected in 2011, 2014 and 2018). She and her husband have three children enrolled in Kamloops schools. Along with being a trustee, Karpuk is an executive with the Kamloops Tsunami Swim Club and volunteers as an official at swim competitions. The Kamloops-Thompson school district is also in the midst of a change of superintendent, with Alison Sidow announcing last month she will

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Iran’s nuclear threshold “A glance at the history of nuclear weapons manufacture shows that all 11 countries that wished to build bombs did so within three to 10 years,” wrote Yossi Melman, intelligence and strategic affairs correspondent for Israel’s Haaretz newspaper, on Sunday. So why, he asked, has Iran failed to do it in more than 30 years of trying? Maybe, Melman suggests, it’s because Iran doesn’t really want to build nuclear weapons. Maybe it just wants to be a ‘threshold’ nuclear power, always able to finish the job quickly if it really needs to. This is not exactly a new thought, but it’s the first time I have seen it in the Israeli media. It’s also the first time I’ve seen the obvious question put so plainly: how could any country possibly spin the job out that long? Iran is a country of 80 million people with adequate scientific and technological skills. At any point in the past 50 years it could certainly have built nuclear weapons in less than ten years if it had gone all out. It didn’t. Why not? Iran’s original nuclear weapons programme was started by the Shah in the 1970s with the blessing of the United States, which was hoping to make him the pro-American policeman of the Middle East. Ayatollah Khomeini’s revolutionaries shut that programme down when they seized power in 1979. They reckoned they didn’t need it. The only country in the Middle East that does have nuclear weapons is Israel, and the Iranian assessment has always been that it won’t be reckless with them. What really does get the Iranians going is nuclear threats

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WATCH from other countries. The first time was after Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein invaded Iran (with U.S. support) in 1980. Iraq really did have a nuclear weapons programme, Iraqi ballistic missiles were already falling on Iranian cities, and so at some point during that eight-year war Iran restarted the Shah’s nuclear weapons project. Saddam’s invasion of Iran failed, however, and his subsequent invasion of Kuwait and defeat in the 1990-1991 Gulf war ended with the dismantling of Iraq’s nuclear facilities under UN supervision. So Iran’s nuclear weapons programme went back into hibernation. How can we be sure? Melman’s 10-year rule: if Iran had kept going, surely it would have nukes by now. The next panic was in 1998, when India and Pakistan each tested half a dozen nuclear weapons. India is no threat to Iran, but Pakistan potentially is. It is a powerful Sunni Muslim state (220 million people) right next-door to Iran, the world’s only major Shia country. Sunni extremists have never gained power in Pakistan, but there is a big jihadi influence that even extends into the army.

Iran panicked again, and in 1999 it secretly restarted its nuclear weapons programme. That only ran until 2002, however, when an anti-regime Iranian revolutionary group, Mujahedin-e-Khalk, spilled the beans in public. Sanctions were imposed on Iran, and work on nuclear weapons once again ceased. So the mystery is solved. The Iranian nuclear weapons programme has not been active for a total of 10 years, let alone 10 continuous years. And Iran was willing to sign the internationally guaranteed ten-year deal to stop all potentially nuclear weaponsrelated work in 2015, because it is already close enough in terms of being a ‘threshold’ state. There is the same constant tug-of-war between the rational actors and the ultra-hawks in Tehran as there is in Washington, Moscow and Beijing, but most of the time the grown-ups are in charge. If they lose the argument to the extremists in next year’s Iranian election, it will be because Donald Trump pulled out of that deal and reimposed sanctions in Iran. Why did he do that when even his own intelligence services were saying the Iranians were keeping their promises under that deal? Because the deal was part of Barack Obama’s legacy, all of which Trump is determined to destroy, and for no better reason. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu does have a rational reason for wanting to destroy the deal, however. His intelligence services also told him that Iran was fulfilling its commitments under the deal, but he needs the Iranian nuclear threat in order to win Israeli elections. Does the phrase “rogue states” spring to mind?

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FARMERS’ MARKET NEEDS VOLUNTEERS SENIORS SHOULD RETURN $300 PAYMENT THROUGH NON-PROFITS Editor: COVID-19 has saddened so many lives, if not through illness and death, then in business closures, unemployment and the new reality of daycare. Largely unscathed were the financially secure, healthy retirees. We are the lucky ones, for we stay at home anyway. In Canada, there was a onetime payment of $300 to every senior receiving Old Age Security pension. The money just appeared, unsolicited, in my bank account. Legislators felt there was urgency, so every eligible senior received the $300. The process was not bogged down by a means test, so thousands, perhaps hundreds

of thousands, received the sum. They may have enjoyed the money but did not need or even want it — me included. If you’re like me, then send the $300 back to the CRA and be prepared for a mountain of paperwork, hours of time and at least a year to achieve the return. Or instead do the expeditious thing: donate it to the Kamloops Food Bank or your favourite charity that can mitigate the awful effects of COVID-19. At least I will get a tax receipt and the government’s objective has been served. If you don’t really need the money, do the right thing. Steve Barnes Kamloops

CITY NEEDS TO CLEAN UP Editor: In regards to furniture and garbage dumping, I walk using a walker every day down Summit Drive and under the bridge, where garbage is strewn including a sofa, mattress, five-gallon pail, clothing and what appears to be needles. Even though city crews are often there for other reasons, no one picks up or notifies the city to

clean up this mess. The roadway across Notre Dame Drive is in terrible shape, with potholes and huge depressions in the pavement, making it more difficult every day to cross the street to the shopping centre. Kamloops is becoming less pleasant every year. Douglas Morrison Kamloops

Editor: I think most would agree that the Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market is a critically important community event. I write today as the former manager and a current volunteer, because the market is struggling and we need to do something about it. I'm asking for the community's help. COVID-19 has created a host of problems for a lot of businesses. I'm here to remind you that the market is not a business. It is a non-profit organization that relies on volunteer power at the best of times to pull off this twice-weekly event with only 1.5 paid staff members. Lately, the market staff and volunteers have received a lot of negative and even outright hostile feedback related to COVID-19 and a perceived failure to control crowds, enforce masks, etc. All this despite a small, but dedicated, team of volunteers manning the entrances to break

up crowds of socializers who fail to follow the "shop don't stop" protocols. If we're not always successful, it's only due to a lack of person-power. Volunteer turnover is high, largely due to burn-out and mental health issues stemming from all the hostility and what I like to call "Coronapinions." The market is following provincial guidelines around masks and entrance/crowd control for outdoor events. You can look them up if you like. Since the pandemic began, I've taken on two more volunteer roles to help out local organizations facing volunteer loss due to COVID19. I now have four volunteer "jobs." I also help out a farmer at the market who can't find staff to assist because of COVID-related issues in recruiting temporary foreign workers. I work in social services, where helping folks through the mental health fallout of this pandemic is a daily toil.

Should the B.C. government follow Quebec’s lead and make the wearing of masks mandatory in all public indoor spaces?

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RESTAURANT STAFF MUST BE CONSIDERED Editor: Reading in last week's paper that there are people who abuse the privilege of restaurant dining is upsetting. Eating out is a huge spirit lifter. It should not be taken for granted. In our experience (including at Mittz Kitchen) many, many precau-

tions have been taken to give us the restaurant experience we have all missed so badly. This morning, from a server at a popular breakfast restaurant, we heard how hard it is to wear a mask all day long. When it gets busy and she is running between tables, it is almost unbearable. Every client

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So, now let me ask, what have you done in your community to help people through these dark times? Did you order local takeout and write biting emails to an already over-taxed employee? Did you call up an organization you know is struggling and say, "Hey, you look like you're struggling, tell me how I can help. We're in this together." We all know health care workers aren't the only ones having a hard time with COVID-19, but if you're causing volunteers to burn-out, then you're not part of the solution, you're part of the problem. Please consider volunteering at the market or another organization needing help. While your concerns are valid, in the absence of action they do very little to protect our communities.

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of every restaurant in town needs to remember just what restaurant owners and staff are putting up with in order to make our dining a pleasure. Anger is understandable. That doesn't make it a right. Leslie Hall Kamloops

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‘Spectacular’ blaze at Shuswap Lake marina One person taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after waterfront explosion in Salmon Arm The boat on fire “drifted into four

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SALMON ARM — One person was taken to hospital following an explosion and subsequent fire at a marina on Shuswap Lake. The Salmon Arm Fire Department received a report of a fire at Captain’s Cove Marina west of Canoe Beach just before 1 p.m. on Monday. Crews and apparatus from three of Salmon Arm’s fire halls were dispatched and, upon arrival, firefighters found five boats ablaze as well as a portion of the marina’s dock system. Salmon Arm Fire Chief Brad Shirley said preliminary investigation determined that a boat had just been refuelled before its engine was started, leading to an explosion. “Which is pretty consistent with a gasoline vapour explosion,” Shirley said late Monday afternoon, adding investigators had yet to confirm the cause. The fire chief said quick thinking staff at the marina were able to push the boat away from the dock while shutting off the fuel source to the gas pumps.

others, igniting them on fire as well as the surrounding dock.

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An explosion and subsequent fire at Captain’s Cove Marina on Shuswap Lake on Monday sent a significant plume of smoke into the air. One person was injured and taken to hospital for treatment.

“Unfortunately, the boat on fire drifted into four others, igniting them on fire as well as the sur-

rounding dock where the boats were moored,” said Shirley, adding five boats were totally destroyed

while another sustained minor damage. The boat’s occupant sustained

injuries believed to have been non-life threatening in the explosion, and was transported to hospital by BC Ambulance. “We did place some booms in the water just to prevent any escape of fuel out into the lake and, of course, with a fire like this on the water, the Ministry of Environment, Interior Health and … the city have all been notified,” Shirley said. Firefighters were on the scene for about two hours. Shirley said they were able to knock out the burning boats from land. “It was a fairly spectacular looking blaze — with all the material contained in one boat, get five of them together, it’s pretty toxic, significant black smoke,” Shirley said, referring to the plume that could be seen over the lake.

Cover Crops - The Unsung Hero for Weed Prevention It may be hard to believe but August is upon us! After harvests are done we can all relax right? Actually, there is a group of weeds called winter annuals. These weeds germinate in the fall, overwinter as young seedlings, and grow quickly in the spring. You’ve likely noticed how henbit, chickweed and deadnettle seem to flower overnight; these are all examples of winter annuals. Whether you are managing a backyard vegetable garden or a large scale farm, fall cover cropping is a terrific way to provide competition against winter annuals, increase soil organic matter, prevent soil compaction and erosion; they can even fix nitrogen to give next year’s summer crop an added boost! How does cover cropping work? When we leave the soil bar-

Garden Talk with Dr. Catherine Tarasoff ren in the fall, through the winter and even into late spring, we provide an open door for wind borne weed seeds to settle and grow unhindered. Planting a fall cover crop will protect the site from weed establishment AND provide a natural fertilizer and food source, the following spring, for all the microorganisms that are so critical for healthy plant growth. Also, barren soil is prone to erosion and soil compaction. When heavy rains occur in the fall and spring, ex-

cess water flows over the surface, eroding away the precious soil that took up to 100 years to develop. A cover crop will absorb the impact of rain droplets and allow the water to infiltrate into the soil – building soil moisture reserves for next season. Then, in the spring, when the roots rot, tiny tunnels will form in the soil; increasing water infiltration; reducing soil compaction, and offering spaces for oxygen and nutrients to collect. Sound too good to be true? Well, it isn’t. But, time is of the essence! Most cover crops are sown within the TNRD in late August/September. The sooner you seed a cover crop, the longer the soil will be able to reap the benefits. Local agricultural suppliers and nurseries can help you with selecting the best combination of

cover crop plants for your gardening/farming needs. It’s fun to experiment with different combinations of cover crops and you’ll quickly find your favourite. You will be amazed at how your garden flourishes with the addition of these unsung heroes! Garden tip: Be ‘PlantWise’ and ‘Know What you Grow”. Check out the Grow Me Instead booklet available at bcinvasives.ca. This booklet includes 26 of BC’s most ‘unwanted’ horticultural plants and recommends noninvasive alternatives. Good luck and happy gardening! Catherine is the Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Thompson Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee (on Facebook @TNIPMC). Look for more resources at www.tnipmc.com

CALL FOR PHOTOS FOR THE 2021 CITY CALENDAR! Residents of all skill levels and ages are invited to submit their digital photos for a chance to be featured in the City of Kamloops Annual Calendar. This year, the City is looking for YOUR image that you think best embodies Kamloops while representing one of the following terms:

Community | Recreation | Arts & Culture | Nature CONDITIONS • Photos must have been taken and owned by the participant. • A maximum of three (3) photos per participant can be submitted in digital format. • Photos of people require a model release. • A total of 13 photos will be selected from the submissions for use in the 2021 annual calendar. • Participants grant reproduction rights and permissions to the City of Kamloops to use their photo for other City promotional initiatives including, but not limited to, print and online ads, publications, the City’s website, etc.

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Kamloops Mounties are aware of posters in town promoting the hate group Proud Boys Canada and have distributed copies to officers for their awareness, but the local detachment has had no interactions with anyone claiming to be with the group. RCMP staff Sgt. Martin Van Laer said police received a report on July 12 from someone using the detachment’s online reporting tool. The person said they removed the poster along a walking trail near 366 Waddington Cres. in Sahali. “We don’t have anything

else than this one report so far,” Van Laer said. Kyle Mardon was headed into the Royal Bank of Canada branch in the Columbia Place Shopping Centre on July 11 at about 7:30 a.m. when he noticed a copy of the 8.5-inchby-11-inch sign on the outside of that building. The promotional flyer for the Proud Boys asks people to contact them via email and lists their tenets, which include “minimal government, maximum freedom, closed border, anti-racial guilt, anti-political correctness, glorifying the entrepreneur and venerating the housewife.” Founded in 2016 by Canadian right-wing activist and Vice Media co-founder

Gavin McInnes, the Proud Boys is an all-male, far right group with a history of street violence. Members are to swear off masturbation and declare themselves Western chauvinists who refuse to apologize for creating the modern world. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube have all banned the group from their platforms. Mardon said he was surprised and disgusted to see the group’s poster, adding he didn’t think such organizations existed in Kamloops. Upon seeing it, he took a picture of the sign and ripped it down, but didn’t call police. “The group may seem innocuous, but their lead-

ers and a large percentage of their members are considered white supremacists” he said, noting his wife is of Indian descent and he doesn’t want their children to have to face discrimination. Mardon said he was aware of the group’s online presence, but noted this was the first time he had come across a posted flyer. He is concerned the group may be operating in Kamloops. “I do not want to see such groups as the KKK, Antifa or Proud Boys getting a foothold here — they are not wanted,” Mardon told KTW, noting Canada is a multicultural society that accepts everyone regardless of where they are from or what they believe.

Mobile car show planned to entertain gearheads, seniors A mobile car show will roll past seniors’ homes on the North Shore and in Westsyde in an event hosted by Kamloops’ Roadmen Car Club. Hot Nite in the City organizer Ron Popove said the

event is intended to bolster morale among those of us who have been cooped up for months due to the pandemic — especially seniors. The convoy, which could be 150 or more cars strong,

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MICHAEL POTESTIO/KTW FILE City crews installed Hesco baskets in Riverside Park in May ahead of a flood year that was forecast to be potentially historic. Workers were in the park on Monday removing the temporary barriers. While rivers have been higher than usual, serious flooding was averted.

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The city is removing floodprotection equipment installed earlier this year to protect critical infrastructure in anticipation of potentially historic flooding. On Monday, city staff were at Riverside Park taking down Hesco baskets, as part of tear down. It has already removed the military-grade barriers, which hold back water, from McArthur Island. City of Kamloops utility maintenance supervisor Joe Luison said while water reached the barriers during freshet, they did not play much of a role. In fact, predictions for potentially historic flooding in the River City this year did not come to fruition. “Mother Nature always has the upper hand,” Luison told KTW.

SANDBAGS? What to do with those sandbags? Residents who received sandbags from the city during freshet can take sand and sandbags to Mission Flats or the Barnhartvale landfills free of charge. Sand needs to be separated from the bags before they can be returned.

Initial forecasts had predicted potentially historic level flooding in the area due to above normal snowpack levels. The city was particularly concerned, given limitations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite above normal snowpack levels, however, cooler temperatures in the spring led to a slower thaw. Rain did become a factor later in the season, Luison said, but the situation benefitted from the snow having already melted. Asked if people can breathe easy now, he said people should continue to be diligent, as the

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Two people accused of taking part in a 2018 break-and-enter at a Valleyview motel, after which police seized three guns, have been found not guilty. Steven Gardner and Sharon Hartling were acquitted on July 21 in B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops. Their trial, which began the previous day, had been slated to last two weeks. The Crown wrapped up its case unexpectedly on Tuesday, leading to the acquittals. Police were called to unit 17 at the Tournament Inn, 1893 Trans-Canada Hwy. E., at about 11 p.m. on Sept. 13, 2018. Four people were found inside the suite, including Gardner and Hartling. Three guns — a Beretta handgun, a sawed-off shotgun and a second shotgun with an altered serial number — were seized, all of which were alleged to have been in Gardner’s possession.

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The City of Kamloops has issued development permits for commercial units at 1208 Tranquille Rd., including a drivethru coffee shop. The location was formerly home to a gas station and is currently vacant. In addition, a development permit was issued for a convenience store, pizza restaurant, car wash and fuel bar at 3435 Westsyde Rd., the northwest corner of the Westsyde Shopping Centre. Additionally, work is underway at York Avenue and Eight Street in North Kamloops on a new Tim Hortons, which received approval from city council in April.

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This artist’s rendering shows what the three-building rental development on the Mission Hill site could look like when complete. The developer cites demand and proximity to Thompson Rivers University in plans to finish the project.

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“Always a good indication that we’re in the right market is when we have a hard time finding housing for our staff,” Davidson said. “Certainly, we’ve had a challenge there in Kamloops.” As for concerns about viability of the partially completed building, which will be the first to be constructed and will include 40 rental units, Davidson said records were meticulously kept and engineering inspections were rigorously analyzed. He said ensuring the building was safe was conditional to the company entering into the project, which was a lengthy process. “Obviously going into something like this, there’s a lot of due diligence,” Davidson said.

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TIMELINE 2007: Developer Mike Rink is successful in seeking rezoning for land adjacent to the Summit Connector. Sixty Mission Hill presale units sell out in eight hours 2009: Construction begins on the Mission Hill project, underpinned by guaranteed sales at housing market’s pre-recession peak 2010: With one building complete and one partially built, construction stalls 2012: Project falls into receivership 2017: New developer takes over, then abandons project 2020: Traine Construction and Development assumes control of build

The second building will include 49 rental units. The third building, slated for a

vacant lot south of the other two, will consist of 79 rental units. Expect a mixture, ranging from bachelor suites to threebedroom units. They will feature views of the Thompson River, high-end appliances, quartz countertops and modern colour schemes, flooring and lighting. Amenities will include community garden boxes, a playground, small fitness and community rooms, rooftop patios and a community lounge. “The three buildings will be together as one community,” Davidson said. Traine Construction and Development is based out of Kelowna, with multi-family projects across Western Canada in the Little Apple, Nanaimo, Chilliwack and Kamloops.

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New child care spaces funded for city day cares KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

The B.C. government has announced more than 3,100 new licensed child care spaces, including more than 100 in the Kamloops area. An additional 3,160 new licensed child care spaces have now been funded throughout the province, according to the provincial government. Kamloops will be seeing more

than 100 new spaces, with the Gateway City Church creating 75 at the Gateway Children’s Centre and the Cariboo Childcare Society creating another 37 spaces. “Despite the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought, our goal to create new childcare spaces throughout the province continues to gain momentum,” Katrina Chen, minister of state for child care, said. “We’ve been able to fund nearly

16,800 new spaces in the past two years, helping to fulfil our promise of better, more affordable childcare options for children and families throughout B.C.” Recent changes made by the government to the School Act will make it even easier for school boards to create and operate before- and after-school care. The changes will also require school boards to prioritize space that is not being used for K-12 stu-

dents for child care and encourage school boards to adopt an inclusive child care policy. “For too long, families throughout B.C. have struggled to find quality, affordable child care close to home,” said Rob Fleming, minister of education. “We’re making it easier for child care to be delivered on school properties, because children benefit when they spend more time in spaces that are already designed

for enrichment and play, and families save time and money with one central drop-off location in their neighbourhoods.” Since launching in February 2018, the Childcare BC plan has helped parents save up to $1,600 each month, per child, for a total of nearly $510 million going to families through the Affordable Child Care Benefit and Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, according to government figures.

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With the mercury set to rise over the next several days, locals will be struggling to stay cool and comfortable, especially those living on the streets of Kamloops. The government of Canada is predicting temperatures to climb as high as 38 C by Thursday before showers on Friday, and a cooling trend towards a more manageable 29 C on Monday. “It’s definitely always a concern when our folks are out in the elements,” said Jeremy Cain, Director of Clinical Support for ASK Wellness. Cain said ASK Wellness currently has three support workers out in the community — and preventing dehydration is their biggest concern. They are handing out water bottles and applying sunscreen to those who can’t get out of the elements. Water bottles are also avail-

able at the North Shore Overdose Prevention Site at 433 Tranquille Road. Cain said that during weather of this type there can be increased health concerns around alcohol or substance abuse. “Individuals that are on the street are always disproportionately affected by any elements,” Cain said. “At times of extreme heat or cold, they’re definitely at an increased risk.” He said that while dehydration and sunburn were the two biggest concerns, that heat stroke could also be a problem. Though there aren’t currently any shelters dedicated to keeping the homeless out of the heat, there are locations, like the homeless storage facility at 48 West Victoria Street, where people congregate to cool off. Cain urged anyone doing outreach work to stay vigilant in the days ahead, with the mercury set to rise higher before temperatures cool down.

DAVE EAGLES/KTW The recent hot weather has affected many in Kamloops, especially those on the streets. ASK Wellness outreach workers are handing out water during this week’s heat wave to help keep homeless people hydrated.

Am I Empowering or Enabling My Adult Child? Parenting can be the most rewarding and challenging job. According to finder.com, a staggering 68% of Canadian parents are helping their adult children with finances. Personally, we have had assistance early in our lifetimes from our parents. Many of our clients are confronted with situations whereby they are debating when or how to help their son or daughter financially. Assistance can be for aspirational endeavors such as post-secondary education, home purchases, or helping invest in a business. Alternatively help is often needed when times are tough or cash flow is lacking, like now during the COVID crisis. These can include subsidizing rent, unexpected expenses, or major events such as job loss, marital break down, or credit issues including bankruptcy. Regardless of the reason to help your children, we encourage parents to consider the following when providing financial support: 1. Have a discussion. Sit down with them and help review their current financials and cash

flow. We understand people tend to be private about finances or there could be underlying sensitive issues. However, we believe candor is required to make an effective plan and improve your son or daughter's situation. Sometimes it is helpful to engage an independent third party like a banker or accountant. 2. Are funds a gift, loan, or investment? This should be clear up front. Gifts typically come with no strings attached. Loans should be in writing and have clear expectations with respect to interest rate and repayment schedules. You can be creative such as no payments for the first six months. If it is an investment, how are funds to be recovered: sale of home, after a set number of years, or upon a predetermined increase in value? 3. Set boundaries. If you are reaching into your wallet frequently, some suggestions include: reducing monthly support incrementally, offering assistance for 90 days, limiting help to one request every 12 months. Generally, you want to provide a hand up not a hand out. 4. Where is the money coming from? Drawing from savings, investments or taking a loan. There are pros and cons to each. For example, dipping into your RSP has tax implications. Cosigning a loan means parents are liable and do not have control. Alternatively, parents could lend against

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their line of credit and have the kids cover the payments often at a better rate. 5. What is the impact on other family members? We advocate some level of transparency here. Family members often find out and we feel it is better to lead the discussion. Parents typically strive for fairness which may not mean equal. Offsetting gifts or adjusting inheritance amounts for prior financial support can be ways to help balance or maintain harmony. Again, ensure you document and update. A final note around helping kids with credit troubles: We strongly urge parents to be part of the process with creditors or insolvency agencies before providing assistance to confirm debts will be properly cleared out. This will help ensure creditors are satisfied and avoid further repercussions. It can be rewarding yet stressful to find a balance when helping kids with finances. One of the key questions to ask is "Am I empowering or enabling my child?" Don't forget the impact on your own financial well-being and engage help along the way. Written by Eric

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Don and Elaine Tomm (nee Stark) were married in Edmonton, AB on July 22, 1960. Two children and ten years later, they embarked on an adventure and moved to Kamloops to open "Saveco Stores". They certainly cherished the many friendships that resulted from this time! They enjoyed spending time with their children and friends at the lake, snowmobiling, dirt biking and later, after retiring, many trips in the motorhome to visit family and attend accordion festivals, where dad loved to play. Mom has always been an avid gardener (we still rely on her expertise) and Dad continues to put his amazing carpentry skills to use and enjoys playing his guitar. Their two children, Leanne and Colin, as well as their four grandchildren, Tyson, Keira, Lachlan and Bryn wish them love and happiness as they celebrate this wonderful accomplishment, as do their family and friends! Congratulations on your 60th Wedding Anniversary!

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The loss of the 2020 Rocky Mountaineer travel season is poised to leave a 10 per cent hole in Kamloops’ tourism economy, according to Tourism Kamloops. The rail tour company opted to cancel its 30th season due to the COVID-19 pandemic after delaying its start four times in recent months. Tourism Kamloops spokeswoman Monica Dickinson said the cancellation is a significant loss to the local tourism industry. The Rocky Mountaineer brings about 100,000 visitors — about as many people as Kamloops’ population — to town in an average six-month season. Dickinson said guests of the Rocky Mountaineer spend about $50 million in Kamloops — about a tenth of the estimated $500 million spent by tourists in the city each year.

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“When you look at that framework, it’s significant,” Dickinson said. Rocky Mountaineer riders are also predominantly international guests who tend to spend more than other visitors, Dickinson said. “That’s why that economic impact is quite a bit,” she said. Dickinson said Tourism Kamloops was “cautiously optimistic” Rocky Mountaineer would be able to operate at some point this year, but the decision to cancel the season isn’t surprising given the majority of their passengers are international travellers. The Rocky Mountaineer also hoped it could operate its routes — two of which go directly

through Kamloops — at some point in 2020, having made modifications across its operations to align with government guidelines and industry best practices to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, continuing health restrictions and uncertainty surrounding travel restrictions left the company no choice but to postpone all rail tours for the remainder of the 2020 travel season. “In the coming months, we will work with our guests and travel partners to rebook their travels from this year, and then shift our focus to our 2021 season,” Steve Sammut, Rocky Mountaineer’s president and CEO, said in a news release. “When we do operate our trains, the health and safety of our guests and team members will be at the forefront.” Guests who booked 2020 tours will receive a 110 per cent travel credit valid until the end of the 2022 season.

The Rocky Mountaineer employs between 60 and 65 fulltime staff in Kamloops, with an additional 30 to 40 seasonal workers. Dickinson said the tourism industry is expected to take two to three years to recover. Kamloops is also home to Rocky Mountaineer’s maintenance, rail operations, engineering, finance, human resources and training teams. Rocky Mountaineer operates from mid-April to mid-October on four routes through B.C. and Alberta, with a cross-border connection to Seattle. Tens of thousands of people come to Kamloops aboard its trains each year, with the vast majority staying one night. The company, which draws international tourists for a glimpse of Western Canada’s Rocky Mountains, estimated it generated between $47 and $49 million of spending in Kamloops in 2017 — figures based on com-

pany and passenger spending. Overall, Kamloops’ tourism industry was “completely decimated” at the onset of the pandemic in mid-March, Dickinson said, adding that since phase three of B.C.’s restart plan there’s been an increase in hotel visits — which is being credited largely to interprovincial travel. The hotel occupancy rate in Kamloops is about 40 per cent — a figure that usually hovers around the 90-per-cent mark in July and August. “Our industry is suffering greatly right now,” Dickinson said. She said hotel occupancy rates in March and April were in single digits to about 10 per cent, mostly because many hotels were housing essential employees and construction workers. Ordinarily those months generate an occupancy rate in the 40 per cent mark. The Rocky Mountaineer is expected to return for its 2021 season.

Valleyview residents worry about planned river float JESSICA WALLACE

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Valleyview residents are concerned about an event floating around on Facebook. Dubbed the city’s first annual Float the River, the public event is essentially an open invitation to float down the Thompson River on Aug. 8, beginning at the Valleyview Boat Launch. The event has no listed organizer but states “everyone and anyone” is welcome. About 80 people have confirmed attendance online, but more than 800 have indicated they are interested. “The people of Valleyview are like, ‘Uh, no,’” area resident Michelle Graf told KTW. Residents are concerned about two issues — a large

gathering in an era of COVID-19 and the traffic nightmare the event could cause on Thompson Drive near the Valleyview boat launch, already an area of concern during summer months. Restrictions on gatherings in British Columbia to curb spread of the novel coronavirus currently limit events to 50 people. Graf said even if a quarter of the people who have indicated interest or confirmed attendance showed up, the numbers would be well beyond that limit. She said residents would like to see the event cancelled or restricted in some ways, in order to ensure physical distancing is followed. The event was reported to the city’s bylaws department,

which is looking into the matter. The city’s acting CAO Byron McCorkell said floating happens on the river every year and the city is not involved with what happens on the water, but it does monitor entry points, such as the Thompson boat launch. McCorkell said issues with parking have sprung up in the past. He said staff are looking into the event. “We would obviously suggest it’s not the greatest idea,” McCorkell said. Coun. Dale Bass, who is deputy mayor while Mayor Ken Christian is absent, is concerned about the event. She said it is not clear how attendees will physically distance while setting up for the event in a small

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A pedestrian is dead after being struck early Monday morning by a transport truck in Valleyview, police say. The incident took place in the eastbound lanes of the

Trans-Canada Highway between Tanager Drive and Grand Boulevard. East-bound traffic and one lane heading west were closed for about three hours, with east-bound vehicles rerouted through Tanager Drive.

In a news release, police said the pedestrian’s identity has not yet been determined. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Any witnesses are asked to contact Kamloops Mounties at 250-828-3000.

area. Although organizers have said they will practise physical distancing, she also worries that organizers don’t know how many people will show up. “I think it’s just one of those moments where we have to exercise extreme caution and be aware of the fact that we’re rapidly, it appears, heading back into a time when we need to really worry about the incidents of COVID cases in B.C.,” Bass said. “And we really don’t want to see that hap-

pen here in Kamloops.” The event description notes significant space on the river and asks people to respect physical distancing rules and regulations. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry has said that outdoor spaces are generally safer than indoor spaces. However, the boat launch and parking area are limited in space and concerns persist around the number of people and vehicles jammed into that location at one time.

Whoever organized the event seems to acknowledge the event may be skirting the rules, with a post telling people to keep a copy of the event details. “Everyone screenshot the details as this is an unhosted event this year and could or could not disappear,” a post from Monday reads. The event also has two different Facebook pages. Graf pointed to young people looking for a place to party and

is concerned about flareups in the Okanagan. As a teacher, she said she wants to go back to school and teach in the classroom this fall, but worries events like these will prevent that from happening. “Go party somewhere else,” Graf said. “We’ve done a good job behaving in our town.” KTW reached out to Interior Health for comment, which told this newspaper it had flagged the event with public health.

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n 18-year-old NorKam graduate has been crowned Miss Teen BC Interior. Mackenzie Dexter-Hamar competed in a COVID-19-adapted version of the annual pageant in early July and earned her crown following the presentation of her platform, a swimsuit competition and an evening gown display. Dexter-Hamar had wanted to compete in the pageant for years, but didn’t feel confident enough to do so before. Her turn in confidence became a big part of her platform. “I just wanted to show that if you put yourself out there and go for things you wouldn’t normally go for, you can actually accomplish a lot more than you thought you could,” she told KTW. Dexter-Hamar said she grew up dealing with mental health issues and was bullied over her looks, but in recent years came to realize confidence in herself. Mental health awareness is

another part of her platform. “I believe it’s not talked about enough. Especially as a young teen, I didn’t know much about it, and when I started experiencing mental health issues, I felt like I was alone. I felt like something was wrong with me and I believe that no one in this world should have to feel like that,” she said. Dexter-Hamar said the competition was smaller than usual this year due to the pandemic, with an abbreviated training period, video calls rather than in-person interviews and a much smaller audience for the big event. Nonetheless, she called it an “amazing experience.” With the recent spike in cases in nearby Kelowna, DexterHamar is also encouraging her peers to follow public health guidelines to help ease the effects of the pandemic. “Everyone thinks they can go do whatever because they’ve been stuck inside for a few months, but they don’t understand it’s just going to get worse if we don’t wait out this last little bit,” she said. Although she said she was “heartbroken” to miss out on a traditional prom due to the pan-

Thompson Rivers University student Mackenzie Dexter-Hamar, a NorKam secondary school grad, will be in Toronto next month competing as Miss Teen BC Interior.

demic, Dexter-Hamar said her graduation was still a memorable experience. And it was well-earned. She graduated NorKam with academic and effort honours and also completed the hairdressing trades program — although her career plans don’t include hair. In the fall, the 18-year-old will begin taking psychology and sociology classes at Thompson Rivers University with the goal of becoming a behavioural analyst, profiling criminals and making it easier to track them down. She took inspiration for her career goal from her grandfather, who spent his entire life working as a police officer in the province. But before she dives head first into university, Dexter-Hamar will represent the B.C. Interior at the national level, hoping to become Miss Teenage Canada at the event in Toronto on Aug. 29. She’ll be in Canada’s largest city for about a week for photo shoots, training and activities with her fellow contestants.

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Learning about the legendary Overlanders KEN FAVRHOLDT

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he story of the Overlanders has achieved legendary status in Kamloops. There is a statue, a bridge, a beach, streets, and businesses, all commemorating this famous group who trekked across Canada on their way to the goldfields of British Columbia. There was in fact more than one group of Overlanders. But the group including the Schubert family which passed through Kamloops in October 1862 made the name ‘Overlanders’ famous. Most longtime Kamloopsians are familiar with the Overlanders but newcomers to town and tourists may also want to know about them — a story worth recounting. At the same time, a few myths can be dispelled. The expedition actually consisted of four groups who completed the same journey in 1862 and collectively became known as the Overlanders. One of the leaders, Thomas McMicking, wrote an account of the trek which was published in the British Columbia newspaper New Westminster. As well, there were other accounts and diaries of the trip, which have created quite a corpus of history resulting in several books and scads of newspaper articles. The Schuberts, Irish-born Catherine (née O’Hare) and her German husband Francis Augustus were living in Fort Garry (Manitoba) with their three small children when the Canadians en route to the goldfields of British Columbia arrived there from eastern Canada in June 1862. Augustus decided to join the miners and his wife, pregnant with a fourth child, refused to be left behind. After the Overlanders crossed the prairies in Red River carts and proceeded to Yellowhead Pass, at Tête Jaune Cache their provisions were nearly exhausted. There they found a camp of Secwépemc people from whom they obtained dried salmon and berry cakes in exchange for ammunition, shirts, hankerchiefs, needles and thread. It was here that the 126 Overlanders split up, a large group taking the Fraser River to the Cariboo goldfields. A group of 36, under Thomas McMicking, was accompanied by a Secwépemc guide to show them the trail to the head of the North Branch of the

KEN FAVRHOLDT PHOTO The story of the Overlanders is told outside Kamloops City Hall in the statue commemorating this famous group, which trekked across Canada on its way to the goldfields of British Columbia.

Thompson River. This party comprised over 20 men, plus Catherine, 27 years old, and family consisting of Augustus, 35 years old, and three children — Augustus Jr., six years old, Mary Jane, four years old, and James who was two years old. Catherine Schubert was the only woman in the company. At a place they called ‘Slaughter Camp’ near Thunder River, north of present Blue River, the Overlanders killed their cattle, dried the meat, abandoned their horses, and made rafts and canoes to continue their arduous journey. Upon encountering a set of rapids called Porte d’Enfer (Gate of Hell), rafts capsized and a drowning occurred. The party constructed several new rafts but 64 kilometres farther, encountering the impassable Murchison Rapids near Mad River, a good trail was found for the last 193

kilometres to Thompson Rivers Post. Some like the Schuberts continued by raft. It had taken them 40 days to get from Tête Jaune Cache to Kamloops where they arrived on October 13, 1862. Local history records that the Schuberts landed their raft on the east side of the North Thompson and Catherine gave birth to a baby girl the day after their arrival. According to Catherine, Augustus helped her with the delivery and received comfort from some Secwepemc women. She named her new child Rose Anna. Contrary to popular belief, Rose Hill in Kamloops is not named after her. Catherine said her name was for the rose hips they ate along the way which helped keep them alive. The Overlanders did not stay for long in Kamloops. Most of the North Thompson

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party continued their journey after a brief respite, heading to the coast for the winter. William Fortune was the only Overlander who remained permanently in Kamloops, working for the Hudson’s Bay Company before buying land at Tranquille where he built a mill. The Schuberts stayed at the old fort on the north shore over the winter. Augustus helped with the construction of the new fort on the south side of the Thompson while Catherine worked as a cook. In the spring of 1863, they moved to Lillooet. Augustus spent the summers mining in the Cariboo, rejoining his family fulltime in 1874. Catherine in 1877 moved temporarily to work as matron of the Cache Creek Boarding School for six years. Augustus preempted land in the Okanagan where they all moved in 1883. Augustus passed away in 1908, Catherine in Armstrong in 1918. McMicking, in his journal, praised Catherine Schubert for her courage and care for her children. “In performing this journey, Mrs. Schubert has accomplished a task to which but few women are equal; and, with the additional care of three small children, one which but few men would have the courage to undertake.” But Catherine was not the first woman to make such a trek. Although the Overlanders may have been the largest group of people ever to cross Canada before the Canadian Pacific Railway was completed in 1885, the Overlanders were not the first settlers to cross the Rockies, nor was Catherine the first woman on such a journey. Two decades before the Overlanders, John Sinclair led an expedition sponsored by the HBC made up of 23 Métis families, totalling 121 people, and babies born on the trip, which left Fort Garry in June 1841 in Red River carts and travelled via Fort Edmonton south to White Man’s Pass through the Rockies on their way to Fort Vancouver. Sinclair Canyon near Radium Hot Springs is named after the Indigenous leader. B.C. was at that time part of the Oregon Country. Later, in 1854, Sinclair led a second, smaller party from Red River to Oregon, then American territory, this time a group of about 100, driving 250 head of cattle. After receiving reports of a shorter route, they crossed North Kananaskis Pass.

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elcome to the weekly Kamloops Art Page. With the COVID-19 pandemic upending society — socially and economically and dominating news for the foreseeable future — we understand pandemic fatigue can set in for even the most ardent followers of current events. While continuing to cover all pandemic and non-pandemic-related news, KTW has also worked hard at featuring positive stories from the crisis, tales that capture the essence of humanity, be it volunteers sewing thousands of masks for health-care workers or musicians offering up weekly free concerts online. This page is an attempt by KTW to bring some colour into the lives of our readers via

artwork created locally. We hope to, on a weekly basis, use this page to showcase works by various Kamloops artists, with between one and three pieces displayed. Thanks for reading Kamloops This Week and we hope this page can help ease the stress of this uncertain era in which we are living. Email editor@kamloopsthisweek.com if you have any questions or suggestions relating to this page.

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Trekking above the world on Mount Roberts JANE CASSIE

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t’s a cloudless day and I feel like I’m in a sauna instead of on a hiking trail. My thighs feel like Silly Putty, I’m panting like an old mare and I’m regretting having had that second helping at the breakfast buffet. But I continue to plod upward, toward the craggy peak, where a stunning panorama will be my reward. Hiking boots weren’t included when I packed my bags for this Alaska cruise, but they sure would have come in handy while hoofing the hills of Juneau. Mount Roberts towers like a sentinel over the state’s capital city and is just one of the many scenic stops we make during this fabulous seven-day excursion. “This view takes my breath away,” I gasp, while trekking along the well trodden route. Although the landlocked city and sliver-thin Lynn Canal sprawls far below, I can hardly blame my huffing and puffing on the ascent. The vertical gain by my Nikes has only been 325 metres. Access to the surrounding 160 kilometres of groomed trails has been made easy with the convenient tram ride that has whisked us from sea level to mid mark in under five minutes. At the top, there’s a restaurant, gift store and Chilkat Theatre where a half-hour award-winning flick, Seeing the Daylight, provides an overview of history and the Tlingit (thling-get) people. Local artists and actors are often on stage here as well. Whether it’s sharing a story or carving a totem pole, a piece of the past comes alive through their gifts. Instead of retracing the steps of time, we check out the path-

BRENT CASSIE PHOTO Mount Roberts towers like a sentinel over Juneau, the state capital city and is just one on many scenic stops one can make during a seven-day excursion on a Alaska cruise.

ways of the present. We wind through the montane forest, a zone choked with small hemlock and spruce, then elevate to the sub-alpine, carpeted with wildflowers. Flaming fireweed and salmonberries thrive next to herbal blends and perennials. There are alpine azalea, ground-hugging blueberries and even some corn lily, a medicinal plant that’s used in the treatment of asthma.

I wonder how effective it is as I wheeze on by. The vegetative landscape not only creates a pretty picture, but is also a popular picnic ground for forest habitants. Our dusty byway is pocketed by protective burrows where hoary marmots hide out. Although none are showing their grizzled faces today, a few are serenading us with their shrilling call.

Panoramas are interspersed along the way. “Check out our cruise ship,” I comment, while taking time to catch my breath on one of the lookout platforms. Our floating hotel in the siltladen aquamarine waters below looks no larger than a Tinkertoy. The adjacent downtown core of Juneau is also dwarfed while nestling between the Gastineau Channel and lush Tongass National Forest.

It’s hard to believe that just an hour ago we’d been sauntering along the city’s colourful streets, picking up souvenirs and peering into popular attractions. While ogling over St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church (1897) and the Red Dog Saloon, a popular gold rush watering hole, other cruise passengers were opting for adventure tours. The Mendenhall Glacier, just a few miles from town, is one of the state’s top attractions. The impressive translucent blue mass cloaks the gouged out valley and is conveniently close to viewpoints and an information center. Icebergs that calve away from the glacial spectacle float ominously on Mendenhall Lake like chunks of styrofoam. Spawning salmon swim wildly up the adjacent Steep Creek. From protective boardwalks visitors can check out a few bears enjoying their daily catch. Our footpath traverses the steep mountainside, bisects thickets of low-lying alder, and shares expansive mountain vistas from every angle. I stop on a sturdy bluff to drink in the beauty and slow my respirations. Granite peaks create the scenic backdrop to flower-laden meadows. Their riveted craggy faces are dotted with glacial remains and fringed with evergreens. On the far hillside are more hiking pathways that have been carved into the verdant thickets. My husband Brent trys to convince me for one my venture but I’ve had enough trekking for one day. I check my watch and glance down toward the ship. With any luck I’ll get back to our luxury liner in time for lunch. Travel Writers’ Tales is an independent travel article syndicate. For more information, go online to travelwriterstales.com.

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NHL.COM PHOTO Former Kamloops Blazers’ goaltender Connor Ingram is in the centre of the hockey universe, inside the NHL bubble in Edmonton amid the pandemic. The Nashville Predators’ backstop spoke to KTW on Monday.

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ashville Predators’ goaltender Connor Ingram, a beloved Kamloops Blazers’ alumnus, broke from a Call of Duty session on Monday inside the JW Marriott in Edmonton to chat with KTW. The first full day (Monday) inside the National Hockey League Western Conference bubble was fairly straightforward (by pandemic standards): get up, perform a spit test that detects the novel coronavirus, have breakfast, take the bus to afternoon practice outside the bubble, come back to the hotel and lounge. Ingram has been tested every day since June 25, when he arrived in Nashville after a long drive from Saskatoon. Team meetings in the bubble are part of the daily routine, which

also includes buffet-style meals, Playstation grudge matches and hanging out in the hotel courtyard. Two framed photos greeted Ingram when he arrived in his hotel room on Sunday in Edmonton after the flight from Nashville — one of him and his three brothers, one of his girlfriend and their dog. Nashville signed Ingram to a three-year contract worth $700,000 at the NHL level and $120,000 at the AHL level in 20202021, $750,000 at the NHL level and $125,000 at the AHL level in 2021-2022 and $750,000 in 20222023. But NHL players are not paid during the playoffs. Ingram is living off a per diem and is not in line for any playoff bonuses. Ingram, who was traded to Nashville from the Tampa Bay Lightning in June 2019, had the best season of his professional career in 2019-2020. He toiled for the Milwaukee Admirals, the Predators’ American Hockey League affiliate, posting

a 21-5-5 record with a 1.92 goalsagainst average and .933 save percentage. The 23-year-old Imperial, Sask., product — a left glove who stands 6-foot-2 and weighs 196 pounds — is not expected to be in the lineup on Thursday, when the Predators and Dallas Stars face off in exhibition action at Rogers Place. Pekka Rinne, 37, and Juuse Saros, 25, are competing for the starting job and are expected suit up on Thursday, while Ingram and fellow Admirals’ backstop Troy Grosenick, 30, watch from a players’ suite. Rogers Place and the JW Marriott are connected by a skyway, so players do not have to go outside to reach the rink. Ingram can walk to Rogers Place from his room in about five minutes. Nashville and the Arizona Coyotes will square off in a bestof-five qualifying round series that begins on Aug. 2. The next few seasons appear to be a window for Ingram to crack the Preds’ roster, with Rinne aging

and his contract set to expire after the 2020-2021 campaign. Saros’ contract also expires in 2021. Here are the results of a question-and-answer session with Ingram: KTW: The Miami Marlins are having a COVID-19 outbreak. I know the MLB has handled all of this differently, but how much concern is there among your teammates about something like that happening inside the NHL bubble? INGRAM: You never really know what’s going to happen, but I think the NHL has done a really good job of making sure we’re as protected as we can be. They put us in a bubble. We get tested every day. They’ve done everything they can to put our safety first and it’s pretty comfortable, especially now. They came out today [Monday] and said nobody tested positive in the last two weeks of NHL training camp. It’s good to know. Everybody around, you know they haven’t been doing anything

and they’ve been in the exact same spot you have. There isn’t really much to worry about anymore. It was a little bit different in Nashville, not really knowing what was going on or what the hotel was like. KTW: What will you miss most in the bubble? INGRAM: My family, my friends, my girlfriend, my dog — the normal stuff. It’s hard now that it’s in the middle of the summer. The isolation from everyone and everything, that will be the hardest. A lot of these guys on our team have families and have kids. People are super excited to watch hockey and I am, too, but these guys are giving up a lot to play hockey. It shows how much they care and how much they care about the fans. Some of these guys might leave their kids at home for the next three or four months. That’s got to be hard. See BLACK, A29

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KTW: Are you able to leave the hotel? INGRAM: We don’t leave the hotel at all, especially for the first two weeks. We have to follow the Canadian quarantine rules. There might be golf, or things like that, after two weeks, but for right now, we’re all just tucked away out here. It would be nice to get out and have some outside time. KTW: There are obviously a lot of things to be concerned about, but it also must be a ton of fun to be in this situation. How does it feel to be inside the NHL bubble? INGRAM: It’s something I don’t think a lot of people will ever go through again. Most teams bring guys to black ace (a black ace is an affiliate player who, after his minor-league season is over, joins the big club during the post-season, but generally does not see game action), but this is kind of a different situation. It’s not just injuries. Someone might get sick and you might get thrown right in there. KTW: So, you drove your car (Mazda 3 hatchback) to Nashville from Saskatoon. You

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flew to Edmonton on Sunday. Where is it right now? INGRAM: If you flew commercial, you had to quarantine and I only had a couple days’ notice to get down there, so I had to drive down. I don’t know if I’ll go back and get it or just wait until camp and drive it back to Milwaukee after camp. Hopefully, it’s safe where I put it for a couple months. KTW: Arizona is the Round 1 opponent.

That club just published one of the most blunt press releases about [former general manager John] Chayka. What’s the scuttlebutt around your team about that? INGRAM: It hasn’t been talked about too much. I don’t think anybody really knows what’s going on or what went on. Maybe after we get a little bit more information, we can talk about it. I don’t think anybody inside hockey, unless you’re in that organization,

knows what went on there. KTW: Were you surprised when you were traded by Tampa? INGRAM: No. At the end of last year, they basically told me they were going to try and find a different spot for me. I didn’t know where I was going to go or when or if it would happen. I never asked for a trade or anything like that. They just told me if something came up, they were going to go through with it.

I hope it doesn’t happen again. I’m excited to be here [with Nashville] for another three years. I didn’t want to be anywhere else. KTW: Professional golfer Louis Oosthuizen has family in Kamloops and recently said Tobiano is his favourite place to play golf. You are a noted Tobiano lover. If KTW can set up a charity match, are you in? INGRAM: I’d be there in a heartbeat.

CONGRATULATIONS LOGAN MOONIE! Congratulations to our very own, Logan Moonie for being awarded the Team Member Diversity Scholarship, a joint scholarship with Save on Foods and UFCW 1518.

Events going virtual The Kamloops Sports Council’s annual athletics awards gala and the Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame banquet will be held online this year in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Festivities will kick off at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, at kamloopssportscouncil.com. Hall of fame inductees include Kamloops hockey man Terry Bangen, FIFA referee Michelle Pye, prominent curler and coach Ray Olsen, accomplished figure skater and coach Kim Scott Kryger, former CFL player and local coach Brad Yamaoka and the Eve Skakun Rink, winners of three B.C. Senior Curling Championships in four years. Athletics awards will be doled out in eight categories. For more information, email Kamloops Sports Council executive director Duncan Olthuis at info@kamloopssportscouncil.com or call him at 250-828-3822.

Logan will be attending the University of Victoria to take the Quantum Physics option offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Following his degree, he plans on working towards his Professional Engineer Designation.

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Masks to be mandatory in Planet Fitness gyms Planet Fitness gymgoers will be required to wear masks while inside company stores, the mandate coming into effect on Saturday. “Given our leadership position within the industry, we believe it’s our responsibility to further protect our members, employees and communities so that we can all safely focus on our health, which is more important now than ever before,” said Chris Rondeau, Chief Executive Officer of Planet Fitness, noting the decision is in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are about 1,450 Planet Fitness gym locations open across Canada, the U.S. and Australia.

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Kamloops This Week has learned a West Coast League baseball franchise will be coming to Kamloops, potentially in the summer of 2021.

More details are expected to be announced in early September, according to Aleece Laird of Amplify Consulting Inc. The WCL is a collegiate wood-bat league featuring amateur talent and aspiring professionals, with teams in Oregon, Washington state and B.C.

Players from top NCAA conferences, such as the Pac12, help populate the summer circuit. Kamloops has long been rumoured to be an option for a franchise location in the league, which has a lengthy list of MLB alumni.

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Appearances are deceiving: Being shorter is not the issue. Many of us have dated men shorter than us. Problems arise when the shorter man has insecurities that he won’t let go of. If we tell you that it’s not an issue, then let it go. Don’t keep asking us, or mentioning it: “If I was taller, I would have (whatever).” “My sons got all my height.” “Do you have to wear high heels?” “Hold my hand or I will lose you in this crowd.’ Short men may think they are laughing at themselves, but just like flat-chested/full-figured/ statuesque women rarely call attention to their insecurities, short men shouldn’t, either. The same goes for baldness, beer bellies or any other physical insecurities. Women tend to be their own demanding critics. They don’t need/want to stroke your ego. They already are struggling to decide what to wear on a date. I love to travel: This is another pet peeve.

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Really? You love to travel? Where have you been? Then, the next statement is, “Well, I am looking for a travel partner.” They don’t want a travel partner, they want to leave the town with “Hugo” — or “You go” decide where we should go. “You go” make the arrangements. “You go” present me with a budget. “You go” fix any problems. Because, really, it was “you go” that likes to travel. I am contented with coming along, except when it comes to foreign food, lumpy beds, lack of air conditioning or heat or being left alone for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Dress code: “You look wonderful!” Such relief washes over their face at the first date. They’ve taken the time to have a shower, have a shave, get their hair cut, maybe buy a new shirt or wear a

clean one. Two weeks later, they are stumbling out of the bedroom in ripped sweats, with their belly fully exposed, bed head and bad breath, wondering if there’s any coffee. Gotta get to the know the “real me” — a woman who takes care of her appearance and wants a man who at least puts in the effort. Don’t complain about the time she spends in the bathroom or the cost of her hair products or salon. Tell her that her pedicure/manicure is wonderful. Compliment her every day because, like a gorgeous piece of silver, neglect will tarnish it more and more daily and, one day, you will resemble each other and wonder what happened. Keep your past where you left it: Trying to set the bar for your next relationship is an obstacle course we are often too tired to navigate. If you have finally arrived at a peaceful, fulfilled place in your life, then remember the old saying: Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called present. Shared interests: Really? You like everything I like to do? This is the bull charging at the red flag. Yes, foreign films have subtitles. No, they don’t offer beer at a wine tasting. Yes, I have read all the books in my bookcases. No, you don’t get to wear your own

shoes bowling. Yes, live theatre is more than an hour show. Shall I go on? We are relieved that men have their own interests. At this stage in our lives, we are no longer as willing to give up what makes us happy, just as we don’t expect you to, either. Be accommodating and maybe we will both learn something together. Be honest: Your last marriage/relationship ended because of both of you. If you’re not willing to accept that reality, then you are truly not ready to begin another one. An inordinate number of men that we’ve met proclaim that they were the “wounded party” and they stepped up and gave their ex “anything/ everything.” All of us on our second, third, etc. relationship need to acknowledge that few of us are such victims. “I keep picking the worst ones.” Thanks,” we tell ourselves as they sit across from us, sipping on their drinks. Can’t wait to join your dating history. When I hear a man admit to me that 1) they are blameless and 2) they gave her “everything,” I think 1) they are not ready for a relationship and 2) they have no financial security. History has taught me to run as far and as fast away as I can from comments like this.

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For the first time in more than 100 years, there will be no stampede in Falkland. The event, one of the oldest rodeos in B.C. and which typically runs during the Victoria Day long weekend in May, was postponed to dates in August (from the 28th to the 30th) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the Falkland Community Association has announced it has pulled the plug on the 2020 stampede altogether. “It is with heavy hearts that we

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here’s a whole bunch of people out there who love nature, at least they claim they do. Everyone from hikers to boaters to fishermen to dirt bikers say they have a real passion for time spent with Mother Nature. I sometimes wonder how much they do. I think the truth of it is many people love more the things they can do in nature than nature itself. There’s a distinct difference between the two. A love of nature comes from respect and appreciation and a willingness to act in ways that are in the best interest of wild things. A love of the things you can do in nature is self-centred and allows us to justify activities at the expense of natural things. We are all guilty of selfishness from time to time. The very act of intruding into some places represents a disturbance. Just the presence of people in some places on our planet is enough to alter the natural balance of sensitive ecosystems destructively. Thankfully, most wilderness areas in B.C. are more than capable of withstanding people and their activities. But that doesn’t mean we should be blind to the potential impact of what we do or ignore the reality that what we love to do may not be the best for the places we’re doing it in. Anglers often proclaim love for trout. I’ve heard too many say they never kill a fish. Of course, some of them catch and release tremendous numbers of trout from some very sensitive wild populations, seemingly oblivious to the death they cause. The fact is, catch-andrelease fishing kills fish, there is no way around it. An angler who truly loves the resource will show it. One fellow I know chases steelhead with a fly rod but often cuts the point off the hook, leaving just the curve

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NARRATIVE of the shank. When the fish bites, the pointless hook holds for a run or two and maybe a jump, after which the fish inevitably works free, leaving the fish no worse for the encounter. He hasn’t watched the fish roll at his feet and perhaps for some people the experience will be less for that, but not for the angler who truly loves trout. Coming close should be good enough, especially when vulnerable fish are at stake. I’m guilty of fishing selfishness from time to time; I suspect all anglers are. In the heat of the moment, when the fishing is hot, and rainbows are slashing wildly every time the dry fly hits the river’s surface, it’s hard to stop and consider the impact on the fish. But fishermen who truly love trout will do just that. They will stay home on sweltering days when water temperatures are high, and fish are more easily stressed. They will stop fishing long before they have caught all they could, or alter the way they are fishing so they don’t hook so many. Doing so shows genuine love for nature and real respect. Other groups are just as guilty of selfish behaviour. There are whole armies of mechanized travellers out there who traverse wild places in the name of fun. I’m not critical of dirt bikers or ATVers or snowmobilers, jet skiers or boaters. All the various motorized craft we

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have devised can be a lot of fun. But boats that race up shallow rivers destroy stream banks with their wake, washing away loads of silt from fragile bluffs, which changes the environment directly and puts young fry at risk. I’m sure many of those responsible say they love nature and being on the river. In reality, they like using the river as a racecourse. They are uncaring of the impact they have on the river itself. ATVers and dirt bikers can easily ride in many backcountry areas and have almost no impact. I know many riders who love the places they visit. But there is no way that riders who rip through vulnerable grasslands, streams and creeks can claim to love wild places. They love

doing stuff in them. Hunters who take a buck or a moose from healthy populations are not causing ecological damage. Someone who shoots a mule deer buck, a moose, an elk and two whitetail deer in one season — even though they may be acting legally — are selfishly ignoring the fact their killing is way more than necessary. Watching meat get freezerburned to be thrown away two years down the road is hardly showing respect or love for nature. It seems to me everyone who claims to care about Mother Nature needs to ask themselves a couple of basic questions about what they do, to determine if they are acting in ways that truly show

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9729 MEADOWFREE ROADHome • RED LAKE

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Paradise Alert! This This one owner family Evaluation 5.09 acre lot, creek home is located on a running thru, in the quiet cul de sac. This with NO beautiful Tranquille 4 bedroom, 4 bath Obligation! Valley, just 30 minutes home has a welcoming from town. Features a foyer with family room 250-851-3110 1 bed bungalow with and 4th bedroom Robert J. Iio Personal Realwhich Estate Corporation info@Team1 10.com a loft. Main floor is REALTO has been set up REALTOR R® 1077sf with lam flr, as inlaw suite. Main floor boasts an open floor plan with large living room, beautiful Private deck off the mbedroom. Many int updates in the past oak floors, gas fireplace and views to the north. Dining room 4 yr incl 2 baths, painting, flooring, staircase to the den in the opens to large deck. Kitchen has granite counter top and lots of basement, water filter system, new insulation, new decking. cupboards. 3 good sized bedrooms, main bath. Large master has Ext updates incl new metal roof, ext paint, new propane tanks with new lines, new fencing. There is a barn, paddock, pasture. 3 pc ensuite, built in vacuum. Easy to maintain yard plus pkg.

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LOT 19 ORIOLE WAY • BARRIERE

38-2568 SANDPIPER DR • WESTSYDE

Large corner lot, Great Price! One of the nicest lots in the subdivision. Bare lot located close to all amenities in the town of Barriere, only 45 minutes from Kamloops. Site is flat with underground services near the lot line. Building scheme available. Easy access, near golf course, lakes, fishing, cross country skiing, and various outdoor activities. Call now to view and get ready to start building your Dream home.

Attention First time homebuyers or Investors! This southfacing townhome is in the great community of Oakhills in Westsyde. This home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, laminate flooring, in suite laundry, and a fenced backyard. Furnace and hot water tank were upgraded in 2017. Pets and rentals allowed. This complex is close to Centennial Park, dog park, walking trails, water park, and petting zoo. This is a great family area close to all amenities.

120 GOLDEN QUILL TRAIL • STUMP LAKE

1487 HILLSIDE PLACE – DUFFERIN

Don’t miss this chance to own 2.77 acres of waterfront property in the prestigious Golden Quill Development at Stump Lake. Southwest exposed, low bank, almost flat waterfront lot. There are year round residents that enjoy this exclusive community of quality built homes with underground services. Stump Lake has great swimming, fishing, sailing and access to acres of hiking trails on the common lands around the lake. This lot could serve as your peaceful, quiet lakeside cottage or your full time home.

Beautiful family home in Dufferin on a cul de sac. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, laminate flooring throughout. Main flooring living is bright and spacious Lots of updates have been done in the last 4 years such as new roof, exterior painting, some new windows, and patio doors out to the new patio in the back yard. Newer furnace, trane central A/C, H/W tank. All the big items have been taken care of. Single car garage with parking for 2 more vehicles.

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Beautifully kept townhouse with stunning views!! The interior of this home was designed with the intent of main floor living featuring a spacious master bedroom with full ensuite, open concept living and dining and expansive views off the balcony. Tons of storage with two car garage. This well appointed, half duplex style townhouse perched above Kamloops Lake wont last long! Lakestar is one of Tobianos finest strata developments and features a private club house, inground swimming pool, and exterior lounge area. Unit 29 is literally steps from the marina and waterfront beach, only a stones throw from the golf course and a 20 minute drive to Downtown Kamloops. Book your showing today!

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524 Stoneridge Drive • Perfect for entertaining • Lock N’ Go Living • Panoramic South Facing Views • Spectacular Mountain, River and City Views

$674,900 4 3 3138

• Open concept with a large kitchen, SS appliances with a gas stove and quartz island. • Main bathroom has a walk-in shower, soaker tub and double sink vanity with a marble counter top. • Enjoy the Views and Hot Tub. • Option to create in-law suite

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$599,900

• The BEST location in Park Place - Opportunity to own one of the nicest condos in Kamloops! • Open concept floor plan with spacious living room features • Vaulted ceiling with extensive windows • Amazing Mountain and River Views • Indoor pool, hot tub, exercise room, sauna, games room, community room for social activities, and Wharf for your boat

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$635,000 3 2 2,284

$589,900

• Large lot at 20,440 sq. ft. (.47 acre) • Established fruit trees, landscaping & garden beds (fully irrigated) • Rancher style with 3 bedrooms, den & 3 bathrooms 2,428 sq. ft. total • Call to view today!

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4019 Rio Vista Way • The ultimate in one level patio home living • Spacious master suite with spa-like ensuite • Move in fall 2020 • Phone for your information package or private showing today!

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289 Waddington Drive • Located in the heart of Upper Sahali • Inground pool - perfect for the hot summer days! • White kitchen cabinetry with Kitchen Aid gas range • Brand new LG Washer/Dryer

ALBERT PEREIRA 250.571.6086

MIKE GRANT 250.574.6453

$609,900

BECKI FOLEY 250.819.8938

South Kamloops

Aberdeen

2007 Muirfield Road

• Impressive Walk-out Basement Rancher Plan • Panoramic View overlooking West Highlands 2 Park • Open plan with 2+2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 2,273 • Quiet cul-de-sac location

$799,900

Sahali

6571 Dallas Drive

HOMES: 1960 Ash Wynd . . . . . . . . . . Pineview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $532,900 4360 Westsyde Road . . . . . . Westsyde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $369,900 516 Pointe Place . . . . . . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $774,900 1166 Canyon Ridge Drive . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $699,900 2028 Sun Rivers Drive . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . SOLD in 20 Days! $779,000 4006 Rio Vista Way . . . . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . SOLD in 14 Days! $739,900 MOBILE HOMES: #43-712 Shuswap Rd E . . . . . South Thompson Valley . NEW LISTING $254,900 4-771 Athabasca St E . . . . . South Kamloops . . . . . . . . . . . . SOLD $124,900 LOTS: 6709 Ashcroft Road . . . . . . . Walhachin . . . . . SOLD in 45 Days! $114,900 Rio Vista Lots . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sun Rivers . . . . . . . . . . . .Starting At $159,900

BOB GIESELMAN 250.851.6387

4 3 3,560

306-429 St. Paul Street

$280,000

• Located in the heart of Downtown Kamloops • 1 bdrm + den has in suite laundry and an open concept plan • Stainless Steel Appliances, under cabinet lighting and ample cupboard space • Enjoy City Views from balcony leading off the living room • Steps away from restaurants, shopping, parks, YMCA and transit

South Kamloops

$539,900 5 3 2,175

What Our Clients Say

Choosing a real estate professional to sell my parents’ townhome was a major decision for them . The team of Becki Foley and Mike Grant listened closely to their needs, developed a plan specific to their home and then implemented that plan with personable, knowledgeable and detail-oriented professionalism that was topnotch . My parents received an offer within 24 hours of listing and Becki and Mike made the next steps of inspection and documentation process seamless, all while minimizing the impact on my parents’ lives . I cannot recommend them highly enough - they would be an outstanding choice for anyone looking to sell or buy property in the Kamloops area . – Brenda

FEATURE OF THE WEEK 35 14th Avenue

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• Stunning home in superb location • Custom built, main floor 1,626 sq .ft . • Kitchen is an entertainers dream! • Legal 920 sq . ft . carriage suite • Oversized 730 sq . ft . double garage

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103-1295 12TH STREET $205,000 • MLS®145333

3-1469 SPRINGHILL DRIVE $339,900 • MLS®157272

814 PALMER PLACE $499,900 • MLS®157431

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D L O S BROCKLEHURST • Fully finished commercial strata unit movein ready with very good quality finishings • For single use or divide into 2 different uses with moveable dividing wall • Approx. 1205 sq. ft. with 3 parking stalls

SAHALI • Totally updated and immaculate 3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse • Great central location close to all amenities • Pets and rentals allowed with restrictions

24-2365 ABBEYGLEN WAY $499,900 • MLS®155921

849 FLEMING DRIVE $499,900 • MLS®157428

WESTSYDE • 3 year old 3 bedroom 3 bathroom half duplex in great Westsyde location • Unfinished basement with separate entry and suite potential • Quick possession possible

1556 NICOLANI COURT $549,900 • MLS®157453

D L O S ABERDEEN

• Immaculate and spacious 2 storey townhouse with 4 bdrms and 3 bath • Over 2600 square feet of living space with large double garage and central air/central vac

ABERDEEN

• Well maintained 3+1 bedroom 3 bathroom home • Updated kitchen with granite counter tops • Great family home and area

370 SUNHILL COURT $599,900 • MLS®157262

BROCK

• Great family home in this 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home in Brock • Cul-de-sac location close to schools • Quick possession possible

632 COOPER PLACE $649,900 • MLS®157657

1493 EMERALD DRIVE $679,900 • MLS®157152

SAHALI

WESTSYDE

JUNIPER

• Great 2 storey home with 4+1 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Nice central location close to Albert McGowan Park • Quick possession possible

• Pride of ownership in this 3+2 bedroom 3 bathroom home • Nice cul-de-sac location close to schools and parks • Lots of updating throughout

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PARDON MY PLANET by Vic Lee

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HAGAR THE HORRIBLE

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FAMILY CIRCUS

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WEEKLY HOROSCOPES

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

What seems like innocent fun can quickly escalate, Aries. Be sure to rein in the excitement. If you can’t do so on your own, ask a buddy to assist you.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 This is your time to ramp up the romance, Taurus. If you are single, employ some dating apps to find a new match. If you’re in a relationship, exchange romantic texts.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 No one can make healthy decisions for you, Gemini. It is up to you to make some changes. Recommit to healthy eating and exercise this week.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, if your relationship has been complicated by finances and power struggles, that will start to settle in the days to come. You will find a middle ground.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Your significant other can be the catalyst for change, Leo. He or she may help you propel your career and potentially open up doors you never considered.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may need to get some things of your chest soon. But don’t fret. You’ll be able to get your emotions out and start over with a fresh and calm perspective.

JULY 29 - AUGUST 4, 2020 LIBRA

- Sept 23/Oct 23 Surround yourself with your favourite things and people, Libra. This will make daily life that much better and help you put a positive spin on anything.

SCORPIO

- Oct 24/Nov 22 You may be a little moody and things may not be going according to plan right now, Scorpio. But all it takes is a minor adjustment to change all of that immediately.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20 Miscommunication at work may lead to confusion and broken agreements, Capricorn. You may have to be the level head in this situation and pull everyone together.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, keep a level head through a demanding time. You’re being pulled in many directions, but you’ve always been cool under pressure and now is no different.

PISCES

Sagittarius, with all the pressure you have been under lately, it can be easy to buckle. However, you have energy reserves in droves and can muscle your way through.

- Feb 19/Mar 20 Dreams fill your mind, Pisces. But you have to operate in the real world. See if you can merge your goals with your dreams this week.

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LISTINGS

Announcements . . . . 001-099 Employment . . . . . . . . .100-165 Service Guide . . . . . . . 170-399 Pets/Farm . . . . . . . . . . .450-499 For Sale/Wanted. . . . .500-599 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . .600-699 Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700-799 Automotive . . . . . . . . . . 800-915 Legal Notices . . . . . . 920-1000

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Coming Events

Antiques

Advertisements should be read on the first publication day. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertising shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement.

Wrought iron beds $300/each. High chair $30. Cedar Hope Chest $400. Rocking chair $150. Oak dresser with mirror $475. 250372-8177.

CIVIC HOLIDAY Kamloops This Week will be closed on Monday, August 3rd, 2020 for the Civic Statutory Holiday.

Art & Collectibles BUYING & SELLING: Vintage & mid-century metal, teak, wood furniture; original signed paintings, prints; antique paper items, local history ephemera; BC pottery, ceramics. 4th Meridian Art & Vintage, 104 1475 Fairview, Penticton. Leanne@4thmeridian.ca

For Sale - Misc 1948 Ferguson rebuilt motor & extra parts has a util. snow blade & chains mostly original $2,500. 250-374-8285. 24ft Alum extension $35.00. 250-579-8014.

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3 wheel Schwinn bike. Fair condition. $250/obo. 250-3769277. 5th wheel hitch $150. 250374-8285.

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Saturday, Aug. 8 & Sunday, Aug. 9 9AM - 3 PM 6141 Buckhorn Rd, Cherry Creek Christmas shopping. Lots of collectibles. Curtains & Bedding. Pictures/frames. Small keyboard. Chairs. Tools. Dark Red Persian Carpet. Follow the signs. Generators/Motors/ Welders Champion Portable Generator 11250 starting watts / 9000 running watts, electric start. Asking $500 obo 250-5714501 after 5pm

Do you have an item for sale under $750?

Plants/Shrubs/Trees

Did you know that you can place your item in our classifieds for one week for FREE?

Scotch Pine trees smaller ponderosa in pots 2ft (50) $15 each obo 250-376-6607

Call our Classified Department for details! 250-371-4949 Fuel tanks - 1-300 gal and 2-100gal on stands. Tidy tank for P/U, reconditioned 100 gal elec pump. $700/all. 250-6729712 250-819-9712. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $17,000/obo 250- 376-6607.

Found: Ring in parking lot at Riverside Park near the tennis courts. 250-851-1046.

Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650.

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Lost: Memorial flag name on it is Big Steve between N/Shore & Valleyview, July 14th. 778257-6909.

Free 6 quart slow cooker 250579-5551

Personals

6 drawer Walnut dresser w/ mirror & matching double bed exc cond $150. 250-374-7514.

Furniture

8ft Antique Couch Couch & matching $200. 250-374-1541.

$900. chairs

Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $850. 250-374-8933. Solid oval oak table w/6side chairs, 2 arms chairs, buffet. $5,000. Exec desk dark finish $200. Teak corner cabinet $100. Treadmill $450, Custom oak cabinet $200. 250-8517687.

Garage Sales

GARAGE SALE

Diesel Generator Sim power single and 3-phase. 420 run time. $8,000/obo. 250-3766607.

Onkyo Home Theatre system with manual. $100. 250-3741011.

Try your luck with 1x1 boxed ad $35 plus tax for 2 weeks. Price includes box number. Call 250-371-4949 to place your ad and for more details.

Tax not included

6hp Evinrude O/B motor. $600. 70 CFM air compressor. $750. 250-574-3794.

Found: 3ft fishing rod near Dairy Lake. 250-579-0193.

Looking For Love?

1 Issue . . . . . . . . . $1300 ADD COLOUR . . $2500 to your classiﬁed add

Sports Equipment Arc Solomon snowboard w/bindings $325. 250-5787776.

Wanted to Buy GOLD OKANAWE DO HOUSE CALLS GAN/1252880 BC TO BUY YOUR LTDGOLD & SILVER! 1x1.0000 We display what we pay R0011827185Visit goldokanagan.com 105058 250-408-4680 Wanted Cash for gold and silver! Also buying coin collections, old money old jewelry Contact Todd 1-250-864-3521.

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

Commercial 130 seat restaurant all inclusive, liquor licence ready to go. $50/day. $1500/month. 130 seat pub, 130 seat patio all inclusive ready to go. $50/day, $1500/month. 250523-9432 Gord. Check them out www.getoutadodge.info

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Peace of mind house sitting and pet care. Keep your house and pets safe while your away. 250-374-6007.

Shared Accommodation

Time to trim Cedar Hedges Tree pruning or removal Yard clean-up, Landscaping

Call 250-374-0462 for a route near you!

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Concrete Services

Tax not included

Renos & Home Improvement

CONCRETE JOBS

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250.851.5079 • 250.554.1018 Farm Services

Farm Services

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

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE

250-838-0111 Handyperson

Handyperson

No Job Too Small! Friendly Service. 15 years experience. Guaranteed. References.

DAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICES Renovations, Painting, Flooring, Drywall, Bathrooms, Electrical (Red Seal) & more 778-999-4158

danshandymanservices.net Handyman for Hire. One call for all your Handyman needs. Sheds, Fences, Decks, Renovations. Free estimates. Blaine 250-851-6055.

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Classes & Courses HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. August 8th. and 9th. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L August 16th, Sunday. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor: Bill 250376-7970

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Application for an amendment to a permit under the provisions of the Environmental Management Act. We, New Gold Inc., of 4050 Trans-Canada Hwy, Kamloops, BC V2C 5N4, intend to submit the application to the Director to amend Permit 100224, which authorizes the discharge of effluent to a tailings storage facility, and Permit 100223, which authorizes the discharge of emissions to the air from a copper/gold mine and ore processing plant located near Kamloops, BC.

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The land upon which the facility is situated and the discharge will occur is Mining Lease 546063, District Lot 6465, Kamloops Division Yale District, West of the Sixth Meridian.

TRADE JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

The amendment requests approval to discharge effluent from the Ore Concentrator to two tailings storage facilities both simultaneously and independently; the Historic Afton Tailings Storage Facility, and the Historic Afton Open Pit. This application requests that condition 1.1.3 be amended to the characteristics of the discharge to be thickened and/or amended tailings. This application requests that the list of authorized works in 1.1.4 to include a tailings cement addition system. The average rate of discharge remains at 84,000 cubic metres per day.

FT,TJHD Mechanic for our Barriere Shop. LicensedTJHD Mech with CVIP Cert, BC DL Class 3 w/Air. Comp. wage & beneﬁts package as per Union Contract. Resumes from qualiﬁed applicants will be accepted by email at argokam@argoroads.ca or by fax to 250-374-6355.

The amendment requests approval to operate a tailings cement addition system, including the loading and storage of Portland cement to a silo, and associated dust collection systems. The application requests that the cement addition system be added as an authorized miscellaneous source of air emissions in condition 1.4.6 in Permit 100223. Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed discharge of waste and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Regional Director, Environmental Protection at 1259 Dalhousie Drive, Kamloops B.C. V2C 5Z5. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

General Employment Furniture movers needed. Text JA Enterprises at 1-778257-4943.

Dated this 22nd day of June, 2020. Contact person: Scott Davidson, 4050 Trans-Canada Hwy, Kamloops, BC V2C 5N4.

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2019 LOGAN LAKE ANNUAL REPORT The District of Logan Lake 2019 Annual Report is available for public inspection on the District’s website at www.loganlake.ca; on the District’s Facebook site at www.facebook.com/DistrictofLoganLake; or upon request at the District office located at #1 Opal Drive between 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday. District Council will consider the 2019 Annual Report and will accept submissions and questions from the public at its regular meeting scheduled for:

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School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) C.U.P.E. 847 POSITION

Plumber â€“ Operations Merritt, BC School District No. 58 invites applications for the position of Plumber â€“ Operations in Merritt, BC. We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and leader to take on this important and challenging role. Duties will commence August 24, 2020. General Responsibilities The Plumber will report directly to the districtâ€™s Operations Manager. The plumber will be engaged in the construction, repairs and maintenance of district plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The successful candidate will be capable of repairing, remodeling, renovating and finishing work in their own applicable trade. The tradesperson will be allowed considerable independence in methods of carrying out his duties and in the use of materials. Tradesperson are employed for maintenance work, installation of equipment, renovations and other duties in connection with the school buildings. They must be prepared to assist each other in their specialized trade and may be required to act as assistants as the job dictates. It is intended that the current practice of tradesmen assisting in all areas of the Maintenance Department would continue and this description is not designed to restrict the tradesperson from assisting in areas other than his specialty. For full job description, please visit our website at www.sd58.bc.ca (Job Code: 2828219). Qualifications Required â€˘ Successful completion of a Grade 12 education program. â€˘ Completion of a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Plumbing as issued or recognized by the Province of BC or a Certificate of Trade Qualification in Plumbing as issued or recognized by the Province of BC. â€˘ Must possess a Certificate of Qualification to perform the duties of a Class B Gas Fitter as issued by Technical Safety BC. â€˘ A valid Class 5 BC driverâ€™s license. â€˘ WHMIS 2015 and a familiarity with WorkSafeBC safety procedures. â€˘ Four (4) or more years of specific experience in similar duties. â€˘ Demonstrate ability to work effectively with a co-workers, suppliers, administrators, supervisors, teaching staff, students and the public. â€˘ Overall knowledge of requirements of other allied trades and basic understanding of tools and equipment used by them. Applications Your application package must include a complete resume, including supporting documentation and a minimum of three (3) current references, with permission for the search committee to contact references and previous employers. For further information about this exciting career opportunity, please contact Operations Manager, Darrell Finnigan at 250-378-5161. Deadline for applications:

11:00 am (PST), Monday, August 10, 2020

Address applications to:

Lindsey Henderson Manager of Human Resources School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) Box 4100 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Email: lhenderson@365.sd58.bc.ca

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Award-winning media company Kamloops This Week has an immediate opening for a senior multimedia marketing consultant for our suite of print and digital products. The successful candidate will be a selfstarter, highly organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will lead KTW to great success in this dynamic position and have a strong drive for networking. The candidate will also work creatively with a diverse team to provide the appropriate marketing opportunities and solutions for our clients. Marketing and/or advertising background is an asset, but not required.

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WHATâ€™S IN IT FOR YOU: â€˘ Competitive compensation based on previous experience â€˘ Company beneďŹ ts â€˘ Professional print & digital training Interested applicants should send or email resume to: Ray Jolicoeur, Sales Manager Kamloops This Week 1365-B Dalhousie Drive Kamloops B.C. V2C 5P6 ray@kamloopsthisweek.com

Employment DOWNTOWN Rte 311 â€“ 423-676 1st Ave, 440-533 2nd Ave, 107-237 Battle St, 135-173 St Paul St. - 31 p. Rte 325 - 764-825 9th Ave, 805-979 Columbia St, 804-987 Dominion St, 805-986 Pine St. - 64 p. Rte 327 - 1103-1459 Columbia St, 1203-1296 Dominion St. - 38 p. Rte 331 â€“ 984-987 9th Ave, 1125 10th Ave, 901-981 Douglas St, 902-999 Munro St, 806-990 Pleasant St. - 34 p. Rte 334 - 975 13th St, 1104-1276 Pine St, 1201-1274 Pleasant St. â€“ 42 p. Rte 371 â€“ 125-207 Connaught Rd, 451475 Lee Rd, 7-376 W. St Paul St. â€“ 73 p. Rte 372 - 22-255 W. Battle St, 660 Lee Rd, 11-179 W. Nicola St. â€“ 50 p. Rte 380 â€“ Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. â€“ 69 p. Rte 381 â€“ 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. â€“ 42 p. Rte 382 â€“ 114-150 Fernie Pl, Fernie Rd, 860-895 Lombard St. â€“ 24 p. Rte 384 â€“ 407-775 W.Battle St, 260-284 Centre Ave. â€“ 42 p. Rte 385 â€“ 350-390 W.Battle St, Strathcona Terr. â€“ 29 p. LOWER SAHALI/SAHALI Rte 402 â€“ 14-94 Bestwick Dr, Mahood Pl. â€“ 28 p. Rte 405 â€“ Anvil Cres, Bestwick Crt E & W, 98-279 Bestwick Dr, Morrisey Pl. â€“ 47 p. Rte 449 - Assiniboine Rd, Azure Pl, Chino Pl, Sedona Dr. â€“ 90 p. Rte 452 â€“ 1430-1469 Springhill Dr. â€“ 64 p. Rte 453 â€“ 1575-1580 Springhill Dr. â€“ 73 p. Rte 456 â€“ Springhaven Pl, Springridge Pl, 1730-1799 Springview Pl. â€“ 47 p. Rte 459 â€“ Monarch Crt, Monarch Pl. â€“ 37 p. Rte 474 â€“ Coppertree Crt, Trophy Crt. â€“ 21 p. Rte 475 â€“ Castle Towers Dr, Sedgewick Crt & Dr. â€“ 47 p. Rte 478 â€“ 191-299 Chancellor Dr, Sentry Pl, Sovereign Crt, The Pinnacles. â€“ 43 p.

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Rte 482 â€“ 101-403 Robson Dr. â€“ 55 p. Rte 483 - Breakenridge Crt, Cathedral Crt, Grenville Pl, 409-594 Robson Dr. â€“ 59 p. Rte 486 â€“ Garibaldi Dr. â€“ 40 p. Rte 492 â€“ 2000-2099 Monteith Dr, Sentinel Crt. â€“ 35 p.

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

ABERDEEN Rte 510 372-586 Aberdeen Dr, 402-455 Laurier Dr. â€“ 53 p.

RAYLEIGH Rte 830 â€“ Chetwynd Dr, Stevens Dr. â€“ 55 p. Rte 831 - 4904-5037 Cammeray Dr, Mason Pl, Pinantan Pl, Reighmount Dr & Pl. â€“ 61 p. Rte 832 - Bolean Dr & Pl, Chilco Ave, Kathleen Pl. â€“ 58 p. Rte 833 â€“ Cameron Rd, Davie Rd. â€“ 44 p. Rte 836 - Cahilty Cres, Hyas Pl, 4551-4648 Spurraway Rd. â€“ 36 p. Rte 837 - Helmcken Dr, 46544802 Spurraway Rd. â€“ 24 p.

PINEVIEW VALLEY/ MT. DUFFERIN Rte 562 - Englemann Crt, 18021890 Lodgepole Dr. â€“ 66 p. Rte 564 - 2000-2099 Hugh Allan Dr, Pinegrass Crt. & St. â€“ 38 p. Rte 580 â€“ 1300-1466 PaciďŹ c Way, Prairie Rose Dr, Rockcress Dr. â€“ 83 p. Rte 581 - Cannel Dr, Cascade St, 1508-1539 Hillside Dr, Mellors Pl. - 47 p. Rte 584 - 1752â€“1855 Hillside Dr. â€“ 26 p. Rte 586 - 1505-1584 Mt DuďŹ€erin Cres, 1575 Park Way, 1537-1569 Plateau Pl. - 27 p. Rte 590 - 1397 Copperhead Dr, Saskatoon Pl. â€“ 36 p. VALLEYVIEW Rte 603 - Chickadee Rd, Comazzetto Rd, Strom Rd, 1625-1648, 16521764 Valleyview Dr. - 40 p. Rte 605 - 1770-1919 Glenwood Dr, Knollwood Dr, Vicars Rd. â€“ 61 p. Rte 606 - Orchard Dr, Russet Wynd, 1815â€“1899 Valleyview Dr. â€“ 39 p. Rte 607 - Cardinal Dr, 19092003 Valleyview Dr. â€“ 33 p. Rte 608 - Curlew Pl, & Rd, 19251980 Glenwood Dr. â€“ 70 p. DALLAS/BARNHARTVALE Rte 710 - 1350-1399 Crestwood Dr, Ronde Lane, 1300-1399 Todd Rd. - 43 p, Rte 750 - 5101-5299 Dallas Dr, Mary Pl, Nina Pl, Rachel Pl. â€“ 31 p. Rte 751 - 5310 Barnhartvale Rd, Bogetti Pl, 5300-5599 Dallas Dr, 5485-5497 ETC Hwy, Viking Dr, Wade Pl. â€“ 64 p. Rte 756 â€“ 7410-7510 Dallas Dr, Kelso Cres. Oâ€™Connor Rd, Rambler Pl. â€“ 82 p.

LOGAN LAKE Rte 911 â€“ 242-278 Alder Dr, 130-182 Aspen Cres, 129-247 Birch Cres, 105-186 Ponderosa Ave. - 55 p.

BATCHELOR Rte 170 â€“ Alview Cres, 16801770 Westsyde Rd. â€“ 60 p. Rte 175 â€“ Norfolk Crt, Norview Pl, 821-991 Norview Rd. â€“ 38 p. Rte 180 - 807-1104 Quail Dr, Quails Roost Crt, & Dr. â€“ 80 p. BROCKLEHURST Rte 13 â€“ Bonnie Pl, 2245-2255 Edgemount Ave, McLean St, 2305-2396 Rosewood Ave, Shannon Pl. â€“ 44 p. Rte 35 â€“ 500-651 Desmond St, Hycrest Pl, Mayfair St, Ridgeview Terr, 1805-1891 (Oddside)Tranquille Rd, Valdes Dr. â€“ 84 papers Rte 43 â€“ CliďŹ€ord Ave, 17131795 Happyvale Ave, 500-595 Holt St, Kobayashi Pl. â€“ 66 p. NORTH SHORE Rte 158 â€“ Cornwall St, Hamilton St, Kent Ave, 1305-1385 Midway St, 1303-1393 Schubert Dr, 601-675 Windsor Ave. â€“ 74 p. WESTSYDE Rte 207 â€“ Anderson Terr, 1920-1990 Westsyde Rd. (Even Side) â€“ 26 p. Rte 215 â€“ 2501-2583(Odd Side), 2586-2627 Sandpiper Dr. â€“ 40 p.

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Bookkeeper/OfďŹ ce Manager Our client in the construction services industry is seeking a well-rounded experienced Bookkeeper/Office Manager to oversee all aspects of finance in their business.

Amazing Educators Needed Childrenâ€™s Circle Daycare Society is looking for an amazing Early Childhood Educator to join our team. This will be a permanent fulltime position working 8.5 hours a day including 30 mins lunch break and 15 mins coffee break. We have two locations, 622 St Paul Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C2K2 and 110-206 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC, V2C2E5. Using your ECE skills you will plan and implement an engaging program for children long with your team members. While we welcome many different languages, English is the prominent language written and spoken in our centres. Because we value your experience and schooling. The starting wage for our ECEâ€™s is 19.08$/hr+2$ wage top up (BC Government wage Enhancement). We do provide an extensive extended medical package after 3 months of fulltime work as well as sick days and holiday days. All applicants will need to have a current Early Childhood Education CertiďŹ cate, First Aid certiďŹ cate as well as a clean criminal record check. For information and a full job description, visit our website at ccdaycare.ca. Please email your cover letter and resume to childrenscircle@ccdaycare. ca. or stpauls@ccdaycare.ca. This position is open for both male and female applicants.

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The successful candidate will provide: â€˘ Strong computer, organization and time management skills â€˘ Trust, professionalism and dependability â€˘ Proficiency with Sage 50 â€˘ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products Responsibilities will include: â€˘ Full cycle accounting and preparation of monthly financial statements â€˘ Accounts Payable â€˘ Accounts Receivable â€“ end of month review with follow-up customer contact â€˘ Preparation and submission of GST, PST, WCB and EHT remittances and filings â€˘ Year-end tax preparation and coordination with accounting firm â€˘ Bank and Credit card reconciliation The successful applicant will receive: â€˘ Competitive salary based on experience â€˘ Benefit package after completion of three month probation If you like a challenge, have a positive outlook on life, are proactive, have an eye for detail, can work in a team environment and on your own, please send your resume and cover letter to: KPMG LLP 560 Victoria Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2B2 Attention: Sandi Heney sheney@kpmg.ca

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In Loving Memory of

In Loving Memory of Rosaria Mantello October 29, 1910 - July 28, 2003

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Mathew Justin Priestley July 13, 1978 - July 31, 1993 As time goes by without you and the days are now 27 years They hold so many memories and a million silent tears. To us you were so special What more is there to say except we wish with all our hearts that you were here today. It’s said time heals all sorrow but we know it isn’t so Because it hurts as much today as it did 27 years ago. You are deeply loved and missed everyday.

We think of you in silence No eyes can see us weep But still within our aching hearts Your memory we keep May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you’ll hear We will always love and miss you And wish that you were here Our memories of you do not cease We ﬁnd comfort just in knowing That your earthly trials are over And that you have found peace

Forever in our hearts Love Always

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Joan Yvonne Rose Ball (née Dyson)

March 11, 1933 - June 16, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family of Joan Ball announce her passing on June 16, 2020 at the age of 87 in the city of Kamloops, BC. Joan is survived by her two children: Diane (Tommy) and Gary (Tina); five granddaughters Rosalyn (Dave), Fallon (Joseph), Karen (William), Alexandra (Christopher) and Michelle; five great-grandchildren Simon, Jonas, Mary, Nicholas and Eleanor; sisters Reine and Ruth; and brother Clive. As well as numerous other family and friends. Joan was predeceased by her loving husband Alfred; sister Penny; brothers Bob, Don, and Meredith; her parents Spencer and Mary and son-in-law Tommy. Joan was born in East Kelowna during the depression. At the age of 18 she enlisted in the Canadian Air Force where she served until 1954. While she was in her twenties and thirties, she had the opportunity to live in England as well as several cities in Ontario, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia, before finally making Kamloops her permanent home in 1971. Joan loved to help her late husband in the garden and was always happy to have company over. She loved to travel with her sister and got great enjoyment out of her friends, family, and dog JD. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 a celebration of life will be postponed until further notice. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at Royal Inland Hospital and Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice for their care and compassion. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

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Thomas Albert Broad 1934 - 2020

Thomas Albert Broad of Kamloops, BC passed on July 21, 2020 at the age of 84. He is survived by his loving wife Glady Ann Broad and his children James (spouse Patricia) Broad, Peggy-Jo Broad, and Thomas (spouse Candace) Broad. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Carrie-Lynn Davies, Michael Davies, Lyrae Broad, Zan Broad, Jacqueline Broad, Karlie Broad, and Kassandra Broad. Thomas was also dearly loved by his many great-grandchildren Brodie Campbell, Kacia Campbell, Mathew Hall, Isobel Hall, Ava Alcock, Lexi Alcock, Nyah Alcock, Tayven Alcock and Addilyne Broad. Thomas was predeceased by his daughter Kathy-Jo Davies and his brother John Broad. Tom was born in Toronto, Ontario in 1934 and was raised in the town of Dunnville, Ontario. In 1971 he made the bold move to start his career as a millwright in Port Alice, BC. He was always a hard working man who helped others and while living on Vancouver Island he volunteered as a fireman and began his involvement with the PPWC. After leaving Port Alice the family moved to Robert’s Creek on the Sunshine Coast. After a short time on the Sunshine Coast, Tom moved to Kamloops in 1976. He began working at the local Weyerhaeuser pulp mill where he worked until his retirement. Tom enjoyed many hobbies such as building and fixing items in his shop, hunting, fishing, and growing his prized tomatoes. Whenever anyone popped by one of the first things he would often say was “so, what’s happenin’ in the world today?”, he could never start his day without checking the weather channel, and Monday coffee days with the “old boys” was his favourite day of the week. He had many nick names like “Mr. Hose” since he always had a garden hose in his hands, “Mr. Level and Square” because everything had to be built and arranged just so, and of course when he was shooting he was known as “Homer Hipshot” seeing as all of his grandkids and great-grandkids knew him as Poppa Homer.

He was greatly loved by many people in this world and he was truly a character that will be sorely missed by all. A Graveside Service will be held for family and extended family at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Hillside Cemetery with Steven Hare officiating. A small drop-in gathering will be held for friends and family after the service at 1:30 pm at 227 Walnut Ave. and memorial donations may be made to any of the following: Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lung Association, or the Kidney Foundation. Thank-you on behalf of the entire family to everyone that was a part of Tom’s health care team that tried to make his time here as comfortable as possible. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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Donald Wesley Collins

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Wesley Collins on July 11, 2020 after a heroic 8 1/2 year battle with cancer. Don was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on January 9, 1951 to Bill and Mary Collins, second son of Bill and Mary. Striving for a better life for the boys, Bill and Mary moved the family to Carrot River, Saskatchewan where they purchased a half section to begin their family farming career. Don loved the farming life and was a true farmer at heart. In 1972, Don along with his buddy struck out for BC to work in the forest industry. Don found a job with Corrections and pursued that career for 29 years until his retirement in 2002. In his spare time he dabbled with sandblasting, a parts business and bodywork. After his retirement in 2002, he was able to spend more time visiting family and friends in what he called â€œthe holy landâ€? (Saskatchewan.) He also got serious about gardening and planted a huge garden which he was very proud of; him and Lorraine spent many happy hours planting and tending. 2007 brought another dream to reality by purchasing a quarter section in Saskatchewan where they were able to spend many happy times camping on the quarter section along with hosting family and friends for visiting and goose hunting. Some other favourite holidays included family holidays to Mexico, California, Nevada, Washington, Alberta, Saskatchewan and numerous camping trips around the Interior of BC. Don is survived by his loving wife Lorraine, step-children Leigh (Jill), James (Megan) and Danielle, granddaughters Brooklyn, Ciarra, Alaina and Elise, niece Selina (Cam), grandniece Berkley, nephew Dustin (Lisa), uncle Jim and aunt Willina Collins of Armstrong, aunt Mildred (Collins) of Kamloops, aunt Irene (Collins) of Saskatoon and numerous cousins.

1949 - 2020

Brian Francis Hosek passed away in the early morning on Saturday July 19, 2020 at the age of 70 at Berwick on the Park in Kamloops after fighting a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his father Frank, brother Don (Carolyn) and sister Karen. He will be missed by his many friends some often referred to as his â€œfishing buddies.â€? He had a long and interesting career as a bush and airline pilot. During his career he established great friendships in the aviation industry. He was so fortunate to fly some amazing airplanes. It was always a pleasure to laugh at his wit, his stories and his razor sharp memory. Many great hours were spent around his fire pit on his acreage in Thompson Valley Estates. He later moved back to Kamloops into a townhouse as his cancer was limiting his ability to manage the land. Shortly after moving back to Kamloops he, once again, was forced to move to Berwick where he received excellent care for the remainder of his life. He loved the many staff members who cared for and loved him. Unfortunately, COVID ended the personal visits by his family and friends. Nevertheless, Brian was on his family and friendâ€™s minds during that period. As a wonderful friend wrote â€œmay you rest in peace and dip your wings when you fly over.â€? Brian was laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery on July 28, 2020.

If family or friends wish to, donations can be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home.

It is with the heaviest heart that we share that on July 19, 2020, Ryan Frederick Ganton-Stanley died suddenly. Ryan will be held in loving memory by his wife Jessica, his two daughters Stella and Remy, and his friends and family forever and always. Ryan is the son of Maureen and Stewart Ganton, and brother to Jason Ganton and partner Nina Sigloch, son-in-law to Donn and Cindy Stanley, and brother-in-law to Jennifer Jones and partner Brad Jones. Ryan was 42 an avid mountain biking enthusiast, lover of nature, expert cabinet maker, a gentle and naturally brilliant father, a quick witted charismatic human, genuine friend and phenomenal partner. He was creative, clever and empathetic. He loved openly and is loved by many.

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Shirley grew up in England, coming to Canada in 1968 with her husband. They settled in Heffley Creek and Shirley lived there for the remainder of her life. Shirley was a lover of all creatures great and small, particularly horses, dogs, and birds. She was a talented writer and penned her own book of poems. Shirley had a terrific sense of humour and a very tender heart.

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To honour Ryanâ€™s support of keeping everyone healthy during this time, we will not be holding a large formal gathering. Instead, Ryanâ€™s family encourage those who love him to honour him in the natural land he loved, in a safe and heartfelt way.

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In Loving Memory of Wayne Philip Orser Wayne was born on April 25, 1947 in New Westminster, BC and passed away on June 30, 2020 in Vernon, BC.

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An informal gathering will be held at a later date. A special thanks to the Kamloops Cancer Clinic, Dr. Brad Proctor, Dr. De Kock, Vancouver Cancer Clinic, Dr. Mitchell Liu, Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice and all the other supporters who helped Don with this brave journey.

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Don is predeceased by his brother Bill, and his parents Bill and Mary.

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January 26, 1940 - July 21, 2020 Sigrid passed away suddenly leaving her children, Rene Chave, Sylvie Williams, JeanMarc, David and Kevin Phillips, her beloved grandchildren and greatgrandchildren; cherished brothers Gerhard and Werner Windbiel, their families, and many other relatives and friends, especially Joan and Barbara, who were so special to her. Born in Germany, Sigrid immigrated to Canada in 1963, living in Revelstoke, Kamloops and finally in Victoria. We were so proud of her getting her UBC teacherâ€™s degree at 50 years old. She loved and excelled at her teaching jobs in Kamloops and had a huge influence on the kids she taught. Sigrid was talented and creative, fluent in many languages, and very sociable, able to strike up a conversation with everyone she met.

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Wayne will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his wife of 50 years, Marilyn, son Jess (Jan) and granddogs Willow and Cash, son Travis (Corinne) and granddaughter Abigail as well as numerous extended family and friends. He leaves us all a lifetime of memories to treasure. Wayne was predeceased by his parents Phil and Holly, brother Marvin, as well as many special pets. Wayne enjoyed travelling, sailing, skiing, biking, hiking and being with family and friends. He enjoyed his retirement years on Okanagan Lake at Louis Estates outside Vernon. Being a mechanic and carpenter, he always had anything you needed to borrow, including a helping hand. At Wayneâ€™s request, there will be no service. Share memories and condolences through Wayneâ€™s obituary at www.fischersfuneralservices.com

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E.M. Helen McLean (nĂŠe Humphrey) E.M. Helen McLean (nee Humphrey), age 88, of Kamloops, B.C. passed on peacefully in her familyâ€™s home, supported by loved ones, on June 21, 2020. Born September 25, 1931 in Revelstoke, B.C., Helenâ€™s childhood was unusual in the mid-depression, pre-war years. At age 4, she went to live with her grandparents, who operated an Esso gas station and McGloneâ€™s General Store in Malakwa, BC. Helen worked in the store in addition to her schooling. She sold everything from animal feed to dry goods and groceries. She made change, wrapped parcels in brown paper and string, pumped gas, and poured oil. She dealt with inspectors under the War Time Prices and Trade Board and with Ration Books. She sent parcels overseas wrapped in white sheeting and addressed with indelible purple pencil to the local servicemen. In her late teens, Helen trained as a nurse in Port Coquitlam at the Provincial Mental Hospital (Essondale), British Columbiaâ€™s specialized psychiatric hospital. Unfortunately, her grandfatherâ€™s stroke cut short her training before graduation. She returned to Malakwa to help run the store again. In January 1952, Helen took business courses on the Coast only to return once more to Malakwa to work in the offices of McLean Sawmills Ltd. Malakwa is where Helen met her life-long mate and the love of her life, Sinclair Neil McLean. They were married in August 1952. In January 1959, after several years in Malakwa, Taft, and Sicamous country, Helen moved with her husband and young family to Kamloops to work for forestry consultant W.W. Stevens. After Mr. Stevensâ€™ untimely death, Helen partnered with Neil to run their own forestry consulting company, S.N. McLean Forestry Services (1961 to 1993). In addition, Helen ran a household of three children, plus a menagerie of pets that only a forester could bring home, including: prairie dogs, flying squirrels, hawks, and grouse, all requiring first aid prior to release. Helen raised her family in North Kamloops for 29 years, including 25 summers on Heffley Lake. Eventually, she and Neil migrated to the shores of the South Thompson River, where they spent three decades in the home they built there together. There Helen was the proud matriarch of her family, overseeing nearly three more generations. In her community, Helen was active and productive. At age 8, she was president of the Junior Red Cross at her local school. Throughout her childhood, she played piano at community events, including each wedding, funeral, and celebration for returning servicemen. As an adult, she was a member for many years of the North Shore Rotary Club; she volunteered for the Western Canada Theatre Company; she was instrumental in planning the North Shore Tranquille Corridor beautification project; and she acted as director on the board for the Overlander Long-Term Care Facility and the North Shore Credit Union. Helenâ€™s talents were many. She was an accomplished seamstress; sharp bookkeeper; social convener; and voracious reader who loved language and the spoken word. But music stood apart. At age 5, Helenâ€™s first music lessons were a privilege paid for by grocery trade in her grandparentsâ€™ store. She was a member of the Sweet Adelineâ€™s choir. She later went on to attain her Grade 7 from the Royal Conservatory of Music in piano. She was a beautiful piano player; her grand piano was her joy. She will always be the Middle C to her family. After nearly 62 years of marriage, Neil passed in June 2014. In 2017, Helen moved to The Orchard Walk Residence in Valleyview, where she found a true second home and made many new friends. There she enjoyed many more opportunities to play piano for her community. Helen was predeceased by her older sister, Madeleine Thomson, older brother, J. Lawrence Humphrey, and countless treasured friends. Helen is survived by her three children: son Murray McLean (Tammy Abrahamson); daughter Maureen McLean Young (Allen); and, daughter Kerry-Lynne McLean Small (Thomas Janklow). Helen also leaves nine grandchildren: Zachary Young (Natalie Peace-Young); Nicholas Small (Sera Akdogan); Taylor-Marie Young (Shaun Frost); Lachlan McLean (Sayena); Michael Small (Ashiyana Somlai-Maharjan); Jacob Young (Jenna); Lucas McLean (Jessica); Samantha Small (James Tull); and, Lana McLean. Helenâ€™s legacy also includes seven great-grandchildren: Lincoln, Keaton, Isla, Elyse, Adaline; Evelyn; and Samuel. Helen is also survived by her former son-in-law, Henry Small; her brother-in-law Jim Thomson, sister-in-law, Marilyn Goertsen, many adored nieces and nephews; and her three life-long friends: Irene Woolsey (nĂŠe Kangas) of Canoe, B.C.; Irene Wells (nĂŠe Cave) of Grindrod, B.C.; and Elsie Burt (nĂŠe Leaf) of Kamloops, B.C. Helen was a devoted wife and mother, a beloved grandmother and great-grandmother, and a cherished friend to many. She lived for her family, of whom she was so very proud. She dedicated herself to community service. And she rests now with her adored Neil, â€˜Sinc and Bugsyâ€™ together again.

She will be deeply missed but remembered well and with love. Her favourite piano pieces, Liebestraum and Moonlight Sonata, will forever play in her familyâ€™s heart in her memory. Family will attend a private memorial. A future public memorial for friends may be announced at a later date depending on COVID-19 recommendations for social gatherings. Friends who wish to make a memorial contribution may direct them to the Crohnâ€™s and Colitis Foundation of Canada (600-60 St. Clair Avenue, East Toronto, ON, M4T1N5).

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Alexander Eugene Zachary April 3, 1943 - July 20, 2020

March 20, 1924 - July19, 2020

With heavy hearts, the family announces Alexander’s (Zach) passing on Monday, July 20, 2020 at Royal Inland Hospital.

Vi, our venerable matriarch, passed away peacefully at Kamloops Hospice at age 96. She was born the second of seven children to Alexander and Cora (née Joudrey) Watters in Stellarton, Nova Scotia. Vi’s long life heralded many joys and adversities including growing up during the Depression witnessing her father returning home from underground mining covered in coal dust. After graduating from high school and attending stenography school, Vi moved to Montreal during the war years to live with and work for her Aunt Rhoda Wood in Rhoda’s nursing home. Eventually Vi moved on to begin a secretarial career at CBC and later Sun Life Insurance while also dabbling in the fashion world as a model. Her beauty did not escape the eye of a handsome young returning soldier at the end of WWII and John (Jack) Hill and Vi were married on June 28, 1947. The adventurous couple left Montreal immediately and travelled cross country to start their new life on the West Coast. After a short time in Vancouver where their first child, Byron, was born, Jack found work in Kamloops as a CPR fireman. He switched companies a few months later and spent the next 35 years with CNR before retiring as an engineer. Vi meanwhile balanced the births of their next three children, Brenda, Robert (Bob), and Barrie with a career as a bookkeeper at Barton & Black Insurance, the B.C. Sheep Breeders Association, the Annual Bull Sale, and B.C. Livestock Co-op. She finished her working career by returning to the fashion world as a bookkeeper at Joyce’s Ladies Wear. Vi and Jack loved Kamloops and in the early 1950s invited four of Vi’s brothers from Nova Scotia to join them in Kamloops. Three brothers, A.B. (Tin) Watters, Donald Watters, and Ben Watters made the move, establishing their families’ roots in Kamloops. Vi and Jack were actively involved in the Kamloops skiing and golf scene and became charter members of the fledgling Kamloops Golf Club. Vi was also active in Kamloops United Church and the Ladies Auxiliary to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. After the kids left home, and especially after Jack’s retirement in 1983, Jack and Vi loved to take golf vacations all over BC, the US, and ultimately Mexico. At 71 years of age and after 46 years of marriage, Jack passed away suddenly in 1993.

Zach will be dearly missed by his wife Violet (Vi), stepchildren Trevor (Shannon), Dean, Jennifer (Justin), his grandchildren, his siblings Marie, Terry, and sister-in-law Elsie along with many more family and friends. Zach was born in Arran, Saskatchewan to Fred and Wasylyna (Bessie) Zachary. As a young boy, he moved to Canora, Saskatchewan with his mother and stepfather Nick Protsack. Zach moved to Vernon, BC in the late sixties and then made his permanent home in Kamloops. Before moving to BC, Zach held a job with the City of Melville and when he moved to BC, he worked odd construction jobs until he became a conductor for CP Rail, working there until his retirement.

In 1997, Vi married Harold (Hal) Smith and they shared 13 happy years of travel, golf, family, and friends before his passing in 2010. Vi’s last 10 years were spent enjoying family, travelling to Mexico and Victoria, and ultimately moving into Berwick on the Park for the last 6 years of her life. In tallying her life, bookkeeper Vi would be content with the numbers: 96 years, 2 happy marriages, four children, two step-children, eleven grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren, nine step great-grandchildren and countless friends.

Zach will be remembered by all who knew him as a kind hearted, caring and friendly man. He will be dearly missed by his wife and stepchildren.

Left to mourn her loss are brothers A. B. Watters, Donald (Doreen) Watters, Ben (Shirley) Watters, Edward (Sandra) Watters and sister-in-law Elizabeth (née Hill) Kovacs; daughter Brenda (Juha Kattilakoski) Hill; sons Byron (Pat) Hill, Robert (Sandy Vollo) Hill, and Barrie (Cheryl) Hill; step-children Barb (Lyle) Linney, Brad (Sharon) Smith; grandchildren Shelbie Rule, Marti Miller, Sara Spears, Graham (Rachelle) Hill, Burton (Heather) Hill, Michael (Jennifer) Heninger, Tawnie (Colin) Hill Fritz, Julie (Brian) Meiklem, Brandon Hill, Daniel (Alicia) Hill, Kerry (Kyle) Walker; step-grandchildren Krista (Corey) Mungetto, Craig (Morgen) Smith, Lynda (Chris Gieno) Shearer, Lesley DeRose; numerous nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren.

Due to COVID, there will be no formal service.

Vi was predeceased by her husband Jack, husband Hal, brother Herbert Watters, sister Helen Rodgers, brother-in-law Carl Rodgers, sister-in-law Dorothy (Tin) Watters, brother-in-law Edward Hill, sister-in-law Joan (née Hill) Bray.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in his memory. “If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart I’ll live there forever.”

The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to Dr. De Kock, the staff of Berwick on the Park and Kamloops Hospice, and Vi’s good friends Anita Clarke and Betty Bargar. Anyone wishing to make a memorial donation in Vi’s name may do so to either of these charities: The Jack Hill Memorial Bursary at TRU for students learning a trade: tru.ca/makeagift or Kamloops Hospice Association: kamloopshospice.com Due to COVID19 restrictions, there are no plans for a Celebration of Life at this time but the family will review the situation as soon as restrictions are lifted.

Sylvia Christina Ann Snaith (née Pockett) July 13, 2020 Momma flew away on the wings of a Hummingbird. She is reunited with her parents Ab and Ida Pockett, her eldest son Ken Nelson and her first love Don Nelson. She passed at RIH with her husband Glenn Snaith and family by her side. Sylvia remarried in August 2016 to Glenn, they were inseparable and loved each other deeply. They were soulmates and were able to enjoy many adventures in RV’ing, family reunions and trips across Western Canada. She leaves behind a huge hole in the lives of her children; Kim (Ian), Alf, Kelly and Bridget (Cal), her ten grandchildren Brianna (Wayne), Dariane (Luan), Stephanie (Jay), Dustin (Halle), Braden (Jillian), Thomas, Myles, Shayne, Richelle (Randyn) and Shaylynn (Nathan) and ten great-grandchildren. As well her four sisters Wanda, Sandra (Roger), Myra (Jamie) and Fran (Andy), numerous nieces and nephews, who all held a place in her heart. Born Sylvia Christina Ann Pockett, November 5, 1939 in Dauphin, Manitoba, her parents were part of a strong farming community until they moved to Flin Flon, Manitoba where she grew up, met and married Don Nelson, they were blessed with a daughter and two sons, moving onto Thompson, Manitoba where she had her surprise children, her twins. In 1972 the Nelson family moved their life to Kamloops, BC. Kamloops was good to them, Sylvia worked at Harold’s, Woolco and Lake City Casino, she retired in 2005. In 2015, Sylvia re-connected with an old friend from Flin Flon Glenn and a romance blossomed. Sylvia loved the holidays, dressing up for Halloween, creating stunning Christmas displays, both at work and at home gave her such pleasure. She loved to watch curling, and going to the casino. Momma liked dancing; kitchen dancing with her kids or with her grandkids made her laugh. Family gatherings were always a treat, she liked nothing better than teasing her grandchildren with her unexpected comments and questions. Her greatgrandchildren made her life complete, she loved watching them grow.

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

Marilyn Margaret Strutz It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Marilyn Margaret Strutz at the age of 75 years after a courageous 2-year battle with cancer. Marilyn passed away on July 20, 2020 with her family by her side. Marilyn was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on February 6, 1945 and lived there until 1970. Marilyn leaves to mourn and will be missed by her husband Richard whom she was married to for 50 years, daughter Wendy (Ryan) Kelowna; son Robin (Joselyn) Iqaluit, grandchildren Mya, Harper, Kaiden and Holden; sister Joyce (Mickey) Winnipeg; brother Len (Karen) Winnipeg; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Marilyn was predeceased by her parents Robert and Teresa and her in-laws Michael and Annie. Marilyn worked for 35 years at The Bay (Kamloops), greeting her customers with her infectious smile, laugh, humour, and sharp wit. Marilyn loved to travel. She was able to go on numerous cruises with Richard, and later with her travel buddy Kathy. Marilyn’s claim to fame was riding an elephant, touring the ruins in Mexico, and walking the Great Wall of China! Marilyn’s life revolved around her grandchildren. She would always say to anyone who would listen, “They are so cute!” Marilyn will be missed by many especially her circle of friends Jan, Marlene, Sue, Gerri and Gail. The family would like to thank Dr. Dickenson, and the team at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home for their kindness, compassion and exceptional care Marilyn received during her stay.

Sylvia filled her family’s life; she was our rock & the glue that held us all together. She is at peace.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marilyn’s memory to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Sylvia’s favourite charity the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.

Due to the current pandemic crisis, unfortunately there will be no memorial service. However, we will be planning a celebration of life in July 2021.

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weekly flyer LARGEST SELECTION OF KAMLOOPS GROWN PRODUCE!

Thursday, July 30th - Wednesday, August 5th 2020 WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

#2 - 740 Fortune Drive, Kamloops

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

COLDSTREAM BC GROWN

GREEN BEANS

CAULIFLOWER

$2.98

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

PATTY PAN SQUASH

$1.98

/LB

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

CARROTS

$5.98

/5lb BAG

OLIVER BC GROWN

JALAPENO PEPPERS

$2.98

/LB

$3.98 $17

/EACH

/5LB BAG

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

ZUCCHINI

78¢ $14

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

RED CABBAGE

/LB

98¢

/18LB CASE

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

RED BEETS

$5.98

/5lb BAG

OLIVER BC GROWN

CANTALOUPE MELONS

$4.98

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

WALLA WALLA ONIONS

$3.98

/LB

WINFIELD BC GROWN

PLUMS

$2.98

/LB

$49

/18lb CASE

/BUNCH

WINFIELD BC GROWN

BROCCOLI CROWNS

$1.98

/LB

KAMLOOPS BC GROWN

RED NUGGET POTATOES

$2.98

/2lb BAG

OLIVER BC GROWN

HEIRLOOM TOMATOES

CHERRIES

$2.98

/LB

$2.98

$49

/18lb CASE

COLDSTREAM BC GROWN SUMMERLAND BC GROWN

/EACH

/LB

WINFIELD BC GROWN

APRICOTS PEACHES $1.98/LB $35/18lb CASE $1.98/LB $35/18lb CASE

NU BAGS ABBOTSFORD BC GROWN

ENGLISH PEAS

$3.98

/LB

ABBOTSFORD BC GROWN

CORN ON THE COB

98¢

/COB

CHILLIWACK BC GROWN

BLUEBERRIES

/PINT

$32

/10lb BOX

ABBOTSFORD BC GROWN

RASPBERRIES

/PINT

Non-Medical

FACE MASKS Available in 3 Colours!

$57

/10lb FLAT

NULEAFPRODUCEMARKET.com

$7.98

/EACH