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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2020 | Volume 33 No. 66

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DAVE EAGLES/KTW Antonio Ramunno with his Wallgym invention — an all-in-one compact exercise station designed for people with mobility issues.

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The COVID-19 pandemic made 2020 a tough year for getting word out on the Wallgym, but its inventor, Antonio Ramunno, has used the time to develop a new

version of his compact fitness system to better serve people with mobility issues like his own. A motorcycle accident in October 2014 that left Ramunno paralyzed from the chest down led him to build the six-foot-high, 3.5-feet-wide device that attaches to walls to continue rehabilitation

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The project manager behind big plans — $1 billion worth of development built out over 15 years — for Tranquille said the project is “for Kamloops” and community engagement will begin in the new year. Project manager Tim McLeod lives on the property west of Kamloops Airport and has been hired by property owner British Columbia Wilderness Tours to oversee the neighbourhood plan, describing the vision for the area as an “agri-hood.” He said he has been working alongside a Lower Mainland developer, Ignition Group, conducting due diligence over the past three years. Ignition has a contract to purchase the property. To envision what is intended to be developed on the former sanatorium grounds, McLeod suggested picturing a village like Sun Rivers on Kamloops Lake and inside city boundaries, complete with residential and commercial buildings, a developer-subsidized day care (not a school, as previously reported), a community centre, a country lakefront inn, a city park, a boat launch, trails, a farm, a market and a winery. McLeod described plans for Tranquille as a family-friendly community, with 1,500 mixed housing units (from apartments to cottages)

and interesting enough to draw people. The village will include waterfront pathways, lookouts, viewpoints and enhanced access to Kamloops Lake and Tranquille River via Kamloops’ only lakefront municipal park. “We will not be calling it a tourism development because it’s a neighbourhood — a neighbourhood with a lot of interesting things that will draw tourists, absolutely,” McLeod said. He said community engagement will take place in the new year: meetings by zoom with dozens of non-profits interested in the area, consulting community partners like Tourism Kamloops, Venture Kamloops and the North Shore Business Improvement Association and public meetings. “We want to put these ideas out there and get people talking so that we have a really clear picture, because this development is for Kamloops,” McLeod said, noting many families have ties to the area. “We’re not building something for people who don’t live here … Our first thought is we’re North Shore. We have been North Shore for 100 years and we’re now redeveloping a portion of the North Shore.” Asked what has changed from previous plans for Tranquille — one that included a golf course — McLeod cited farm boundaries. See EXCHANGE, A20

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Business Licence Renewals The City of Kamloops 2021 business licence renewals have been mailed. Payments are due by January 1, 2021. Business licence accounts outstanding after January 15, 2021, will have a $25 late payment charge added to the balance owing. If you have not received your renewal notice or if there has been a change to your business, please contact the Business Licensing office by phone at 250-828-3481 prior to submitting the 2021 payment. For payment options visit: Kamloops.ca/BLicensed

City Hall Change in Hours Council has approved changes to the hours that City Hall will be open to the public. Effective January 1, 2021, City Hall will be open to the public 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday–Friday, except statutory holidays.

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2021 dog licence renewals were sent in early November. Renewals are due on December 31, 2020. As per Bylaw No. 34-11, all dogs six months or older within city limits require a licence. Renew your dog licence at Bylaw Services, City Hall, or online.

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GET AHEAD FOR 2022! In an effort to continue to reduce its impact on the environment, remain fiscally responsibly, and improve public service, the City has updated its system to allow dog owners to register for an electronic renewal notice. Register your dog account now at: Kamloops.ca/MyCity

HERE ARE A FEW SNOW CLEARING TIPS: • When shovelling your driveway, shovel the snow to the right (when facing the road). This will minimize your windrow size by preventing the plow from dragging snow back across your driveway. • Store your shovelled snow close to your house. This prevents shovelled snow from ending up on the roadway or curb and allows for more snow storage later in the season. • DO NOT shovel snow onto the roadway or the curb. Ice builds up, which creates a driving hazard. Placing snow on the travel portion of the roadway contravenes the Road Right-of-Way Usage Bylaw and may result in a fine. To learn more, visit: Kamloops.ca/Snow

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RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE Did you know? Recycled trees save landfill space and produce compost material that can be used in parks and gardens. Ensure your tree is free of any wires, tinsel, decorations, and plastic prior to recycling. Drop your tree off at one of the following locations by January 15: • Albert McGowan Park, 2025 Summit Drive • Brocklehurst Park, 2470 Fleetwood Avenue • Dallas Fire Station No. 6, 5300 Dallas Drive • Juniper Park, Qu’Appelle Boulevard • Len Haughton Park, Lister Road, Heffley Creek • McArthur Island, east of the Sport and Event Centre • Rae-Mor Park, Arab Run Road • Westsyde Park, Franklin Road • Yacht Club, 1140 River Street • Yard Waste Depots: Cinnamon Ridge, Bunker Road, and Barnhartvale Kamloops.ca/ChristmasTreeRecycling

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Kelly Shantz (right) of the free Radicals Hockey Club delivers, via a physically distanced hockey stick, the team’s annual donation to the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund. Accepting this year’s donation, a record $10,819, is Tim Shoults, operations manager of Aberdeen Publishing and Kamloops This Week. KTW PHOTO

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Fewer players and ice times during the pandemic did not equate to diminished charitable zeal for the Free Radicals Hockey Club. The group blew away its own record by donating $10,819 to the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund, besting the mark — $8,960 — it established last winter, a few months before the COVID-19 crisis began. “We do have a good-natured fine system within our club to keep each other buying rounds,” Kelly Shantz, who handles moneycollecting and media-relations duties for the Free Radicals, said with a laugh. “It was pointed out that some of our worst offenders are saving an awful lot of money this year. We said, ‘We know you have that extra dough in your pocket.’” The KTW Christmas Cheer Fund, which was created in 2001 by Gregg Drinnan at the Kamloops Daily News, provides money to five local organizations. Those groups change every two years, with the exception of the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, which remains part of the fund every year, at Drinnan’s request. The other four groups involved this year are Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association, Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism, New Beginnings Stroke Recovery and Kamloops Brain Injury Association. Fining frugality is, of course, only one method for benevolence employed by the Free Radicals, who pride themselves on giving back to the community. “It became more of a priority — who we were, as opposed to having a full roster,” said

Shantz, noting the Radicals have been around since the turn of the millennium. “We’ve all benefitted from so many things in our life. We tend to hold each other to account on what we can do to give back.” Shantz was not sure how the pandemicshortened campaign would play out from a fundraising standpoint, but the club recently found itself on the verge of a record amount. “I threw it out there that our new high donator was $250,” Shantz said. “A whole bunch of guys fired off e-transfers to me to catch up. It’s just that kind of group. That’s probably what put us over the top.” The Free Radicals support a number of

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other causes, including Kamloops Minor Hockey Association, United Way, First Nations Capacity Fund, Kamloops Youth Soccer Association, Alzheimer Society of B.C., Kamloops Hospice and Special Olympics BC. Shantz said the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund offers great bang for a benevolent buck. “We just passed the hat one year out of nowhere for the Christmas Cheer Fund because it seemed like a pretty easy way to support five charities,” Shantz said. “Then, like so many things in our lives, we kind of got competitive about it.” Since 2011, the Radicals have raised more than $70,000 for the Cheer Fund.

Charities being supported this year: Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Kamloops Brain Injury Association, Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism, Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association and New Beginnings Stroke Recovery. To donate, go online to kamloopsthisweek.com/cheer. Donations are accepted online thanks to the generous partnership of the United Way Thompson Nicola Cariboo, which will also administer tax receipts to all donors.

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Second-generation Wallgym on way Antonio Ramunno said Wallgym business has been slow due to the pandemic, but he plans to start making videos of the Wallgym in action to replace in-person visits.

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The main panel gives the user a variety of resistance and weight training exercise options through its various therabands, standing bar, free weights and strong hooks that attach each piece being used. Business to date, however, has been rather slow, with Ramunno having sold about 15 Wallgyms. “I’m still working at it. I’m just building Wallgyms, selling a couple here, couple there,” Ramunno told KTW. Pandemic-related restrictions on gatherings this year has made sales more challenging as Ramunno hasn’t been able to hold in-person demonstrations of the product in action — something that has always resulted in a sale. “Everything stopped with COVID. We weren’t allowed to go nowhere,” Ramunno said, noting he has sold five Wallgyms in 2020 and relies solely on word of mouth to generate interest. Having sold recently sold a Wallgym to The Hamlets care

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home in Westsyde, Ramunno was preparing to do demonstrations in care homes across the city when the pandemic shut him out. “This past year with COVID has been hell,” he said. Ramunno now plans to start making videos of the Wallgym in action to replace in-person visits. “I’m trying everything I can, but it’s tough because with Wallgym, you really have to see it and do exercises on it to appreciate it,” he said. While 2020 has been tough on the Wallgym, Ramunno has now completed a prototype for a second iteration of the system, geared more toward the rehabilitation of people with disabilities.

“This Wallgym is more for people with balance problems, learning to walk, needing parallel bars — guys like me,” Ramunno said. “It’s gorgeous and it’s sitting in my mom’s kitchen.” Having designed it with the help of a physiotherapist, the second-generation Wallgym has the same dimensions of the first, but is equipped with drop-down parallel bars and a sit-to-stand assist — a specialized bracket that holds knees in place so the user doesn’t slide towards the Wallgym while attempting to stand up. It also comes with a magnetic whiteboard and a mirror on the other side to practise shaving and combing one’s hair — something that took

Ramunno two years to relearn after his accident. “I wanted to build a rehabilitation station,” he said. Ramunno has come a long way in his rehab since he was injured six years ago, having gained much more mobility, especially in the last three years. He is now able to stand and walk with the help of a walker and said he couldn’t be happier with his progress. “Every day you work towards it. Little things from big things — it’s slow, though. I’m no spring chicken, I’m 53 years old,” Ramunno said. He said he has missed going to the gym during and hasn’t worked out as much this year as he used to, though he manages to get in a couple hours of exercise a day. Ramunno splits his time working on Wallgyms between his shop at his mother’s house and a storefront location at 265 Clapperton Rd., in North Kamloops, having moved from his former Tranquille Road location. He still hopes to one day start an outpatient gym.

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s we near the end of the year, many people treat Jan. 1 as a day to recharge, recommit and rededicate themselves to various goals. There are resolutions around fitness, finances and family, but perhaps we can also consider adding a vow to combat the menace of misinformation and outright lies that seem to have grown more annoying as the COVID-19 pandemic arrived. We have long been accustomed to Flat Earth types who have been warning for decades that a New World Order with Illuminati undertones is about to take control of our lives. Such claims continue to be made, yet never seem to materialize. Add to that roster of ridiculousness those who either believe the COVID-19 pandemic is a hoax or that COVID-19 exists, but is no more dangerous than the average flu — and those who rail against the safety and effectiveness of the disease’s vaccines. The Centre for Countering Digital Hate has created some solid advice in how the more rational among us should react to those we know who embrace the various pandemic-related conspiracy theories spreading on social media. This includes not engaging with anti-vaxx misinformation online, even to rebut it or criticise it, because doing so only spreads the misinformation to new audiences. (To be clear, “anti-vaxxer” refers to people who have made a conscious decision to use their online platforms to campaign against vaccines and spread misinformation about them. They differ from “vaccine-hesitant” people, which include those who are unsure whether they will get a vaccine and from those who simply have questions or concerns about new COVID19 vaccines.) Other advice includes correcting misinformation from family and friends privately and getting vaccinated and sharing true, scientific-based information about the importance of vaccines. More information is online at counterhate.co.uk.

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aving grown up in Kamloops, I used to idealize Nicola Street. I have called it the most beautiful street in town and dreamt of living in one of its heritage homes, which boast large mature trees — a rarity in this city — within a stone’s throw of the Kamloops Farmers’ Market, the downtown core and church bells that ring. It’s not the whole story, however. Sad souls roam Nicola Street. As the public again turns its attention to the perpetual parking problem at Royal Inland Hospital parking, I add another voice to the exhaustive conversation, having had a revelatory experience about year ago. It was the first week of January, when the novel coronavirus still seemed a distant threat, and I left work to meet my husband at the hospital on a weekday afternoon. We were first-time parents-tobe attending our first ultrasound appointment. I thought I had left enough time to get downtown to find a parking spot in advance of our appointment, but found myself winding down RIH’s Clinical Services Building, floor by floor, running out of time and luck. There wasn’t a single stall to be found, forcing me back onto Columbia Street before I looped around and eventually found a parking spot on Nicola Street, a block from the Kamloops Y. I still had to run the rest of the way get to the appointment. (It is unclear how patients in a wheelchair or with limited mobility would get to their appointments on time in similar circumstances.) I made it to the ultrasound appointment, albeit slightly dishevelled, without time to consider my full bladder nor the horror that awaited. There was unexpected bad news. No heartbeat could be detected and development stopped just shy of six weeks. They call them “silent” or “missed” miscarriages because the embryo or fetus has stopped developing, but has not been

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expelled. One often experiences no symptoms and doesn’t know something is wrong until a radiologist discovers it during a routine appointment. We didn’t know and the news was devastating. One’s mind had not even yet truly arrived at the hospital appointment, due to the chaos that ensued over the seemingly simple act of parking one’s vehicle. Then, so many questions and grief immediately chiseled its own parking space in our hearts because, in our minds, we were already parents. I grappled with sharing this story, considering the pain 2020 has inflicted on many. Surely we don’t need another sad tale. I buried some of the pain myself, but as bad luck would have it, I miscarried again this year, just before Thanksgiving. The pain still twinges as I write these words, as we continue to wait our turn to become parents. In discussing this openly, however, I considered our gratitude for the brave and kind people who told us their personal stories of pregnancy loss — family, friends, health-care professionals and strangers — and how much it helped us to understand we are not alone, that it is common and it is not our fault. The issue also surfaced recently, following a New York Times opinion piece written by Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, during which she discussed her miscarriage and wisely advised the simple human act of asking people during these trying times: “Are you OK?”

I believe miscarriage is stigmatized and many suffer in silence while simultaneously inundated with pictures of perfection on social media. It’s not easy. Perhaps a good first step could be moving the chapter about miscarriages from the back of the baby development books and into a more prominent place. At the hospital, the doctor and technician kindly allowed us as much time necessary before we left the ultrasound room, where bad news remained in the air, so thick that it forced choked-back tears. The reality, however, is everyone has to leave at some point and, suddenly, the vehicle parked on Nicola Street felt miles away. I cried with my husband in the ultrasound room. Tears streamed in the hallway past the emergency department as blurry faces passed us by. I wept in the elevator, where we held hands alongside strangers in a world that had yet to practise physical distancing. I sobbed on the busy corner of Columbia Street and Third Avenue, waiting for the light to change at about the time classes would have been ending at nearby St. Ann’s Academy. There were no masks behind which to hide and I still wonder who saw us while driving by. In the words of my husband — they chewed us up and spit us out onto the street during one of the most devastating moments of our lives. We might as well have been holding a placard that said, “We just had a miscarriage.” I cried walking down Nicola Street, amongst the tall, beautiful trees, with dreams of raising children in one of those heritage homes quashed. I still love those old houses. It’s still a beautiful place to live. But I know now the neighbourhood is not that perfect, idyllic place once envisioned. Sad souls roam Nicola Street. Their stories whistle through the leaves and shriek when the church bells ring. Who knows how far they’ve walked? jessica@kamloopsthisweek.com

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CITY COUNCIL FAILS TO LISTEN CITY BLESSED WITH SPEED CONTROL HOLES Editor: Thumpity, thumpity, thump, thump, thump is the sound of driving in Kamloops — with the occasional bang, or BANG. Instead of labelling them potholes, how about speed control holes? If you have a small vehicle, it will be shaken to pieces. And, while weaving over the lane to avoid holes, the police may think you are drunk and pull you over. At least the city managed to fix many holes and areas in the fall. Ray Jones Kamloops

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Editor: Thank you to the gentleman who performed an impromptu trumpet concert of Christmas carols in front of Ponderosa Place earlier this month. What a terrific way to spread cheer in this difficult holiday season. Thank you again for reminding us of the true spirit of Christmas. Sylvia Gandy Kamloops

Editor: Kamloops council has failed to listen to residents of Dallas Drive after an overwhelming negative response to the proposed modification to the covenant of 7750 Dallas Dr. to allow for construction of a restaurant and gas bar. The city mailed out 163 notices and received 99 responses that were opposed to the proposal. There was also a 54-name petition against the plan. The covenant has been in place for 20 years for a reason — and for council to ignore residents is a slap in their collective face. What is the point of asking the resi-

dents of Dallas Drive, who will be directly affected by the development, if city council was just going to ignore them? The Dallas Community Association did not have an official stance on the project because the developer didn’t engage the group, yet Coun. Dale Bass claimed the association was in favour. The association was not asked because it does not have an address within 100 metres of the development. We, the residents of Dallas Drive, moved to this area to have a relatively quiet lifestyle. We don’t need a car wash, restaurant, excessive lighting and more truck traffic all hours of the day and night.

The address of the property on which council has approved removal of the covenant, 7750 Dallas Dr., is less than 300 yards from an existing card lock, gas station, eat-in restaurant and pizza parlour. We don’t need to look like downtown Kamloops. If city council truly cared about what residents want, perhaps council should look at having the property developed from light industrial to residential. The plan should be for more housing, not the addition of a gas station, car wash and restaurant. Carrie Hubert Kamloops

MIGHT IT BE TIME TO SHIFT OUR THINKING? Editor: We saw some beautiful sunrises earlier this month. shortly after 7:30 a.m. Sunsets were equally glorious, coming at about 4 p.m. However, I can’t help but think how much darker this winter would have been for people heading to work for 8:30 a.m. — not to mention kids heading to school — if we hadn’t all turned our clocks back earlier this fall. Had the provincial government gone ahead with its plans to eliminate the fall time change, most people would be heading to work or school entirely in the dark from late November to early

February. (You can check out sunrise and sunset times for Kamloops yourself online at timeanddate.com.) And for those who work until 5 p.m. or later, the only chance to see the sun at all on work days might be during a lunch hour walk.

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PICTURING THE YEAR OF THE PANDEMIC

t has been a year like no other for most people — living through a once-in-a-century global pandemic. What began as curious reports of an unusual virus in Wuhan, China, in January quickly became the defining public health emergency of our time. What was in February idle speculation about possible, though improbable, cancellations of events grew into confirmation that the pandemic — declared by the World Health Organization on March 11 — was indeed a reality, with far-reaching consequences we continue to experience today. All sports came to a halt. Even before the pandemic was officially declared as such, events were cancelled, including the March 4 arts centre referendum in Kamloops. Businesses closed their doors, schools and universities moved to online classes and, as the months went by, various public health orders were implemented, including mandatory mask wearing, mandatory physical distancing and gatherings now restricted to household members. On these two pages, we feature images that have captured the pandemic’s impact in Kamloops, pictures taken by KTW photographers Dave Eagles and Allen Douglas. ON THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: In April, Interior Health set up a COVID-19 testing station for the city’s homeless behind the Kamloops United Church downtown. Chauni Johnson of Interior Health makes her way to the spot where her colleagues were setting up; Signs saluting health-care workers are still visible at Royal Inland Hospital; Even pandemics bring out conspiracy theorists; Some customers at Costco don masks in late April, months before wearing masks in stores became mandatory; Uncle Chris the Clown performs at a distance for Karly Marshall on her sixth birthday.

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LOCAL NEWS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: A visitor from the past arrives in March to warn us to heed health advice and stay home so we can avoid its fate; Health Minister Adrian Dix and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry’s regular COVID-19 briefings have made them the faces of the fight against the pandemic; With traditional high school graduations shelved, the Kamloops-Thompson school district arranged short, family-only ceremonies for grads, including NorKam senior secondary’s Thaelo Proctor, a Principal’s List recipient, with mom Alexandra and dad Colin in early June; Lil Manzer celebrated her 97th birthday at The Hamlets at Westsyde on April 3. Due to pandemic-related visiting restrictions, Manzer’s family wished her a happy birthday from outside the window; Mayor Ken Christian’s press conferences in the spring were held in the parking lot of Kamloops City Hall, with plenty of space for reporters to practise physical distancing; A run on toilet paper and other household staples was common during the first few weeks of the pandemic. Thankfully, shoppers eventually realized the supply chains were intact and bare shelves became less of a common sight; In March, all city and school district playgrounds were closed due to concerns about transmission of the novel coronavirus via equipment on which kids play. The structures were reopened in June as part of the province’s phased-in reopening plan and with the understanding that the risk of contracting the virus from playground equipment is low.

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Food Bank face mask donor mystery solved BROCKLEHURST RESIDENT CORRI-ANN TROKE AND HER LATE FATHER HARRY LOERKEM TOGETHER SEWED 550 MASKS WITH 250 DELIVERED TO THE LOCAL FOOD BANK BEFORE HE DIED UNEXPECTEDLY IN OCTOBER JESSICA WALLACE

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couple of weeks ago, two boxes of handmade, Christmas-patterned masks appeared at the Kamloops Food Bank. The colourful fabric face coverings featured images of poinsettias, Santa Claus, Christmas trees, toys and presents. Two-hundred-and-fifty of the masks have since been distributed to food bank clients, volunteers, staff and supporters. The only question was: Who dropped them off? “When we saw them, they kind of appeared, we’re like, ‘Where did these come from? Who made these? Who dropped these off? We need to know more,’” said Kamloops Food Bank director of resource development Corra Gassner. “They’re so beautiful. We were just so surprised and so impressed with the quality, the pattern. They’re just very special and you could tell somebody put a lot of love and attention into creating these.” To find their secret Santa, the social agency turned to social media. The mysterious, merry mask maker was not on Facebook. However, with the way word spreads

From left: Corra Gassner, Kamloops Food Bank’s director resource development; Julianna Bissonnette, the food bank’s office co-ordinator; mask maker Corri-Ann Troke and Bernadette Siracky, the food bank’s executive director.

online, it didn’t take long to track down 59-year-old Brocklehurst resident CorriAnn Troke, who told KTW she dropped off the Christmas masks, along with twodozen coffee mugs filled with treats, during the first week of December. Troke was not anticipating fanfare and was surprised to learn of the search to find her. “I just figured that you donate things and away you go,” Troke said. As it turns out, however, the masks have meaning. Creation of the face coverings was a pandemic pastime spanning two generations, one of which has since passed away. Troke spent the better part of 2020 sewing up a storm as a member of Sew the Curve. Her father, Harry Loerkem, eventually joined his daughter in the effort, sewing

masks and giving them away to those in need of a cloth face covering during a global pandemic. Loerkem was very particular with his sewing, trimming the threads and the ends in a tidy fashion. Sewing united father and daughter with visits, conversation and some friendly competition. “It was great conversation. It kept us busy, knowing that we were doing something valuable, worthwhile, that we could share with others,” Troke said. The two of them sewed nearly 3,000 masks and it was Loerkem who sewed most of the 550 Christmas masks the two created for the holidays — including the 250 delivered to the food bank — before he died unexpectedly, due to heart complications, at the end of October. He was 87. Troke said the idea behind the Christmas masks was to put a “Christmas smile” on people’s faces. “My dad always was kind, thoughtful, giving,” Troke said, noting he was generous in humble and quiet ways. “If he had something, he could share it with you or me. He would do it — no questions asked. He was very proud to be doing these masks, right from the beginning.” Gassner and others at the food bank met Troke this week and learned of the story behind the masks. “It was so nice,” Gassner said. “She was so kind, such a beautiful soul. It was so nice to learn more about her father,

In a labour of love, Corri-Ann Troke and her late father Harry Loerkem made 350 face masks.

who was a big part of it. He just sounds like such a special human, as well. It was a real heart-warmer, just something that moved us here at the food bank.”

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When local businesswoman Diana Christianson walked in to Kamloops Food Bank recently, resource development manager Corra Gasser had no idea what to expect. She was presented with a $10,000 cheque. “We were absolutely blown away,” Gasser said. When asked what prompted the donation, Christianson explained, she has had a “very good year” and, through the sale of her business, Pogue Mahone pub, she was able to direct some of that toward the community. Christianson also donated $4,000 to the KTW Christmas Cheer Fund.

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der at them near the Ghost of Walhachin pullout east of Cache Creek. Jarrett Fitzpatrick, who was driving the vehicle, said that although the damage to his vehicle “sucked,” he would do it again to try to catch the thieves. He wanted to give a big thanks to Bill Elliott and the Cariboo Jade Shop, who contacted him to say that they would pay his deductible for the repairs. “The fact that I was going to have to pay my deductible really sucked right before Christmas (what a way to end the worst year ever lol),” he wrote in a message to the Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal. “However, Bill and the Jade Shop have stepped up and phoned me to let me know that they will be covering it for me. To some people it might not seem like much, but to someone like me, it is so appreciated.” Police have now determined that at 9:45 p.m. on Dec. 19, the pickup truck, trailer and excavator were at a hotel parking lot next door to the Jade Shop. At approximately 11:05 p.m. a man was seen walking to the

truck, which then drove to the Jade Shop, where the excavator was used to lift the jade boulder onto the trailer. The suspect vehicle was later seen turning around on the Deadman-Vidette Road, approximately 32 kilometres off Highway 1 west of Savona. Kamloops RCMP later found the trailer abandoned in Kamloops, but the excavator and boulder were gone. On Dec. 21, Chase RCMP located an abandoned truck matching the pickup truck used in the theft. The boulder has been a much-loved and photographed attraction in Cache Creek since it was installed outside the Jade Shop. Despite its size, its commercial value is minimal, as it is composed of low-quality jade. Roy, however, said it is of great historic and sentimental value to Cache Creek. “I’m seeing comments from all over the province and the world from people who took a picture of the rock, saying how much it meant to them,” she said shortly after the boulder was stolen.” To us, it’s priceless.”

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Reached by KTW for a Where Are They Now profile, former Cache Creek mayor and Thompson-Nicola Regional District chair John Ranta said he is no longer much of a newsmaker. The 73-year-old former politician, who resides in a duplex in Cache Creek with wife Carmen, is effectively retired and has been abiding by public health orders that have kept him largely at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. In lieu of perusing council and regional district agendas, Ranta these days sifts through honey-do lists. “Working around the house,” the handyman said. “Trying to get some of the projects that my wife has identified done.” Quick-witted Ranta offers quips, but few details, when asked how he is doing. He is “better than nothing on a cold night” and also “trying to stay alive.” Among details left open

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for interpretation include whether he will again run for public office. The next civic elections will take place in October 2022. “I don’t have any plans at the present time, but it’s not something I would rule out,” Ranta said. “Every time I go to the post office, I bump into somebody that suggests that I should run again.” One thing is clear — Ranta misses politics. Specifically, he said he misses the opportunity to serve and make things better for people he represents. He does not feel like he dodged a bullet, with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, he alluded to experience gleaned from past wildfire emergencies, in 2013 and 2017, which he called “huge challenges.” “You deal with the situation as it arises and do your best to deal with it appropriately,” Ranta said. He has thought about the

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Still searching for that one perfect kidney match Jones said she recalls feeling nervous, awaiting the final phone call that would give her the go-ahead. She said Jim and Rosalyn Butterfield are conshe would have been “very disappointtinuing their quest to find a kidney for ed” if it turned out she couldn’t donate. their son and still working to raise awareThe true consequences of the donaness of the disease that affects him. tion didn’t hit her until after the fact. The Kamloops couple’s son, Mike She said she was always aware her Butterfield, 45, lives in Vancouver and donation could save a life, but that has polycystic kidney disease, known didn’t sink in until she was recovering. as PKD. He is otherwise healthy, but is “One of the nurses from the kidney threatened by kidney failure due to his team came in to check on me and say condition. thank you — and she presented me The two have been doing whatever with a blanket,” Jones said. they can to help find him a donor, On that blanket is a patch that still including asking media for help. conjures up strong emotions today. It Since KTW published a story about reads “B.C. Transplant. I gave the gift Mike in June, three people have come of life.” forward as potential donors, but none “Just reading that made me realize, have been medically eligible. wow. I just saved somebody’s life,” she Another person who reached out said. to the Butterfields is Sharon Jones, As for meeting the person who a living donor who wanted to share received her organ, Jones said it won’t her experience and help advocate on be up to her. Mike’s behalf. Jones, 66, shared her “I’ve decided not to get in touch story with KTW, with the hope her with them. I’m comfortable with what story will inspire others to also become I’ve been able to do. If they decide living donors. She began the process of they would like to contact me, I’d be donating a kidney more than happy to do in 2019 after readthat,” she said. “But I WHERE ARE ing news stories for don’t feel like I need to years about those in intrude in their life. I THEY NOW? need. don’t want to compliA look back at stories “I think in the cate things for them.” and newsmakers past, I probably just When asked what read about it and she would say to those certainly had some emotional feelings who are considering becoming live about the individual and the family, but donors, she said, “just check it out. I thought, ‘I don’t know if I could help,’” “There is absolutely no harm at all she recalled. in going through the process. There’s Jones said the experience has been no commitment,” she said, recalling very positive, even though she made she was often asked — even right up the donation anonymously and has until the surgery — if she wanted to go never met the person who now uses through with her donation. one of her kidneys. “And the benefit to you is that you “For me, I was just very passionate get to find out if you’re healthy or not,” about it. I knew I wanted to do it. So it she added, referring to the tests neceswas all just a very positive experience sary to determine whether a person is and a very good outcome,” she said. eligible to donate a kidney. The process began when Jones Those interested in learning more called the Living Kidney Donor about how to become a living kidProgram at St. Paul’s Hospital in ney donor can contact the St. Paul’s Vancouver. After a conversation on the Hospital Living Donor Program by phone, she was sent more information phone at 1-877-922-9822 or by email at by email. After a series of tests over the donornurse@providencehealth.bc.ca. course of a year, she finally made her To help Mike Butterfield, reference donation in the spring of 2020. Michael Ross Butterfield, birthdate “The whole team at St. Paul’s was June 30, 1975, when calling in. just amazing. As I was going through all More information can also be found the different testing, they were just so online at renal.providencehealthcare. supportive and made me feel this was org/services/living-kidney-donorall about me,” she said. program. SEAN BRADY STAFF REPORTER sbrady@kamloopsthisweek.com

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“The health and safety of our staff, guests and community is the top priority, now and always,” the hotel said in the statement. “While we are in communication with health authorities on all protocols, we have diligently prepared for this type of scenario over the past nine months and have robust policies and procedures in place to effectively manage the situation.” On Saturday, Dec. 26, Sun Peaks Health Centre medical director Dr. Shane Barclay informed the resort community of the positive tests. Earlier this month, Barclay said it was only a matter of time until Sun Peaks began being impacted by this second wave of COVID-19. His comments came after the Big White ski resort near Kelowna was the sit of an outbreak that has led to more than 70 cases. “It’s not a question of if, but when we’re going to start seeing positive cases,” Barclay told the Sun Peaks Independent News in this story.

Meanwhile, there has been a potential COVID-19 exposure at Rayleigh elementary in Kamloops. Interior Health said the possible exposure occurred on Dec. 17 and Dec. 18, the final two days of class before winter break began. It is the fifth school in the KamloopsThompson school district to have potential exposures, with the other four alerts ending with no further cases arising from the person or persons who tested positive for the disease. Interior Health will determine close contacts connected to the person or persons when they were potentially infectious. Those people will be told to self-isolate for 14 days, while staff and students who do not receive a phone call or letter from Interior Health are advised to continue to monitor themselves for COVID-19 symptoms using the BC COVID19 Health Assessment Tool.

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A local food delivery company is worried about competition and long-term impacts on the restaurant industry following a decision by the province to cap fees charged to restaurants by large meal delivery companies like Skip the Dishes and Uber Eats. The province this week announced an emergency order to place a temporary cap on fees charged to restaurants from food delivery companies at 15 per cent. Other fees for use of the service, like online ordering and processing fees, are being capped at five per cent. The move is

not anticipated to impact delivery driver wages or tips. Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth said the caps are expected to be in place for three months after the provincial state of emergency, in place because of the pandemic, is lifted. Mitchie’s Delivery opened in Kamloops in part out of recognition that those big companies charged high fees. Mitchie’s co-owner Sean Martin said the fee cap does not impact his firm’s fees because the policy is aimed at large delivery companies serving 500 or more restaurants and what he called “predatory” behaviour toward restaurants. Martin said Mitchie’s

Kendall gets QC designation KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

Kamloops lawyer Kathy Kendall is among 26 legal eagles to being honoured with the Queen’s counsel (QC) designation for their contributions to B.C.’s justice system through their work. Kendall, who was called to the bar in 1984, has largely practised in family and child protection law through the Legal Services Society from 1985 to 2010. Since 2010, she has been self-employed in the family law domain as lead family duty counsel in Kamloops. Throughout her career, Kendal has been involved in education and service, including as a sessional lecturer at Thompson Rivers University and serving on various boards, including the Board of the Law Foundation. She was the founding chair of the Kamloops Women Lawyers Forum and has also volunteered internationally. “I want to congratulate each of these extraordinary lawyers and thank them for their contributions to British Columbia and

already charges just slightly higher than 15 per cent. Martin said the move by the province benefits restaurants now struggling amid the pandemic. The negative side, he said, is Mitchie’s has lost its competitive edge. Martin said the new rules mean a small business in Kamloops like his is effectively competing

price-wise with the likes of Skip the Dishes and Uber Eats, large multinational corporations with marketing budgets that could crush a company like Mitchie’s. Restaurants in Kamloops had so far rejected Uber Eats due to the exorbitant fees. Martin said a concern is that the larger fooddelivery companies will

lower their fees temporarily as ordered by government and snuff out smaller operations before ultimately raising their fees once the government policy expires. He fears the end result will be the killing off of small businesses and higher delivery costs for restaurants in the longterm. “I think a lot of people

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Mitchel Hughes, said the first year has been “fantastic” due to community support. “The community has really rallied around a local business,” he said. In addition to lower fees, Martin and Hughes said they differentiate themselves through customer service.

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McLeod said the Agricultural Land Commission and landowners have been discussing plans for the area for three decades and an agreement was made to exclude land in the area from the Agricultural Land Reserve in exchange for farm restoration. He said the 2012 neighbourhood plan for the area captured that agreement and was supported by the ALC. The need to settle farm boundaries remained and was intended to be hashed out when plans moved forward, McLeod said. “What makes this different today is we’ve now reached out to the Agricultural Land Commission staff over the past year and then we put a formal application in to the commission to start the process on finally settling the farm boundary,” he said. “What we said we would like to do is take some land that sits outside of the Agricultural Land Reserve and put it inside the reserve and, in exchange, take out some land in the reserve to add to the development.” McLeod said the exchange

results in a small increase in developable area — about 1.5 hectares. McLeod said this was done to bring development closer together for infrastructure finance purposes, make the farm more cohesive and avoid development in an archaeologically rich area. McLeod said the property owner, British Columbia Wilderness Tours, was never and is not a development company. He said its intention has always been to find a development company to take the project forward, noting it’s taken a decade to find a development company that “has the time and energy to do the proper investigation and has deep enough pockets.” Asked to address those concerned about loss of agricultural land, McLeod agreed it is an important concern, but noted mixed-use farm plans for the area, built around food sovereignty. He said 25 per cent of the land will be developed, with the remainder agriculture, riparian and natural space. Other environmental considerations include a possible wild salmon spawning channel and hatchery.

“We started this spring bringing a cow-calf onto the property to start regenerating our soils. … One needs to look at agriculture and soils and microclimates and how do you bring all of that together to make the farm the most productive possible — and this is what we’ve done,” McLeod said “On the flip side, to make the development work, we’ve also had to be very careful to make sure that that financially works because that development will pay for the farm. “We’re setting aside, I think it’s about a $3-million investment into our farm alone and our amenities, which we call our farm. And all the things you and I have chatted about, those will be done at the front end of the project. Most developers don’t do that and we do. So I think that will be a pretty exciting thing.” McLeod said the property is a brownfield, dating back to B.C. government ownership in the 1980s. From 1907 to 1958, Tranquille was home to a tuberculosis sanatorium. From 1958 to 1983, it was used as an institution for the mentally disabled. See IGNITION, A21

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Since that time, McLeod said, no maintenance has taken place in the buildings and no infrastructure added. He said one hurdle to developing the area in the past has been the cost to remove the old buildings. The plan now is to deconstruct, rather than demolish, the buildings to reduce the number of trucks with building materials leaving the site and allowing for reuse of materials, including crushing concrete for road base. McLeod said clear safety protocols by WorkSafe BC guide handling of asbestos materials. Asked what costs will be born by the city, McLeod said water and sewer will be paid for by the developer, as will an extension of Tranquille Road

and construction of two crossings over Tranquille River. McLeod said existing farm irrigation infrastructure will be upgraded with new pipe inside existing pipe to reduce environmental impact.

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HOLMES IS WHERE THE On the eve of the last day of 2020, it is a time when many people plan to start fresh in the new year. Rather than listing resolutions for dating, someone sent me a link from mental health advocates on Instagram, called The 8 Uncomfortable Truths We All Need To Accept. These can give us time to reflect on our relationships, where we are at in them or things we need to work on. I am sure several of these will resonate and my wish for you in 2021 is to be your best self mentally and physically, which will be the ideal way to enter a partnership. 1. Happiness is where you are now — or nowhere at all. It’s not a new relationship, it’s not a new job, it’s not a completed goal and it’s not a new car. Until you give up on the idea that happiness is somewhere else, it will never be where you are. 2. Contrary to popular opinion, quitting is for winners. Knowing when to quit, change direction, leave a toxic situation, demand more from life or give up on something that isn’t working and move on is a very important skill that people who win at life seem to have. But don’t quit because it’s hard, Quit because it sucks. 3. If they really wanted to, they would. If you apply pressure, they’ll do what you want them to

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discussion, too, about this idea of urban sprawl,” McLeod said. Again, I’d just like to sit down with people and talk about it because this is not urban sprawl from a classic planning perspective. It’s actually redevelopment of the North Shore and the carbon footprint we expect here, we’re working to make it as low as possible.” If the ALC approves the application, the project will go to the city for development plans. McLeod said timelines are expected to be impacted by COVID-19.

WHO IS BEHIND THE SCENES: • Development company Ignition Group, based out of the Lower Mainland, has an arrangement with the current property owner, British Columbia Wilderness Tours, to purchase the property and put forward the development infrastructure. McLeod explained

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five legal titles are owned by British Columbia Wilderness Tours. Tim and Annette McLeod currently live onsite. McLeod said he and a few family members plan to live at the new development. Tranquille Farm Fresh is not part of Tranquille ownership, but had an agreement with British Columbia Wilderness Tours to use the location to tell history of Tranquille through theatre and agritourism each fall.

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JOB SAID, “MISERABLE COMFORTERS ARE YE ALL”

he book of Job is the Bible account of an Old Testament believer who went through a very difficult sequence of events. Job was tested like very few have ever experienced in life. There came to Job some of his acquaintances to speak to him in his suffering. After seven days of silence before him they began to speak one by one. Their speaking was of no help to Job, so Job told them, as recorded in Job 16:2: “I have heard many such things: miserable comforters are ye all.” These men who spoke to Job in his suffering were blaming him for his trouble. In other words they were saying, “it’s your fault Job, you’re to blame for your

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to help in time of need. Jesus is able to help because he has gone through the things of life’s sorrows and trials. He certainly is not a miserable comforter like those who were with Job. He is deeply sympathetic and one of greatest empathy. Up till now, this article has been directed to believers in their struggles. I want to say something to those who have not trusted the Saviour yet. This tremendous compassion and love for believers is not the limit of the love of God. In 1 Peter 2:24, we read concerning the suffering of the Lord Jesus on the cross. “Who His own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree.” The Lord Jesus felt the full load of God’s punishment for our sins while He was on the cross. God’s everlasting love for us is seen at the cross in the giving of His son for us. In Galatians 2:20, Paul wrote of,“the Son

of God who loved me and gave himself for me.” Paul, who was a persecutor of the early Christians, had a dramatic conversion to Christ and was transformed into a tremendous preacher of the Gospel, which he once hated. Before Paul’s conversion, he was present at the martyrdom of the first recorded martyr and was encouraging the killing of Stephen. It is no secret that the love of God goes out to whosoever will, and there is great forgiveness still to be found through the Son of God, who loved us and gave Himself for us. John Eggers is an elder in the assembly that meets in Westsyde Gospel Hall in Kamloops. KTW welcomes submissions to its Faith page. Columns should be between 600 and 800 words in length and can be emailed to editor@ kamloopsthisweek.com. Please include a very short bio and a photo.

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definition but it conveys the thought that the one who is empathetic is more able to comfort others in their suffering. The last two verses of Hebrews, chapter four, tell us of the Lord Jesus who is touched with the feelings of our infirmities. The reason for this ability to relate to our difficulties is that He has been here on this Earth and experienced life’s testing. He is therefore able to relate to our difficulties and be truly empathetic toward us. As today’s saying goes, He has been here and done that already. The writer of Hebrews is emphatic that Jesus never sinned in all His time down here. Verse 15 of chapter four says, He was tested in all points like as we are, yet without sin. The Hebrew believers are then exhorted in verse 16 to come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace

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LOEWEN CO-AUTHORS CHILDREN’S BOOK

Former Kamloops Blazers’ captain Jermaine Loewen (left) was always a hit with kids during elementary school visits in the Tournament Capital. Perhaps his next trip to Kamloops will include a reading of Ari’s Awful Day/Mainer’s Move, a two-books-inone read that can be purchased now online at amazon.ca.

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ermaine Loewen’s professional hockey career came to a screeching halt in March, a rookie campaign pre-empted by the pandemic. At the same time, Black Lives Matter protests and social justice movements were captivating the public eye and the attention of Loewen, a Jamaican-born orphan who was adopted at age three

and moved to Canada when he was five. In a time rife with uncertainty, at least one thing was clear — it was time to write a book. NHLPA agent Ray Petkau, a father of four and CEO of Alpha Hockey Inc., approached author/ illustrator Thom van Dycke last spring with an idea for a series of hockey-themed children’s books. Ari The Lion Books is the result of the partnership. Loewen, the former Kamloops Blazers’ captain who is represented by Petkau, jumped on board

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in the summer to co-author the debut offering, Ari’s Awful Day/ Mainer’s Move, which consists of two stories that start on opposite sides of the book and meet in the middle. “We switched up the whole book, changed the way it was written because of all the things happening with BLM,” Loewen said. “People were talking about it, but it felt like we needed to do something that was tangible. “Having a book for kids, it starts them when they’re young and they learn these habits and S S T I L L I C H A O T L W I A L R I L S A T E B A Y

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develop them as they get older. You can talk about it, but what are you going to do when you’re done talking?” Mainer, one of the book’s main characters, is based on Loewen, a black bear who has moved into a new area and joins a hockey team that includes Ari, the series’ titular character who “is a little brat you feel like smacking,” Petkau said. “But he’ll grow through the series. “You physically flip the book over once you get to the middle and read the other [character’s] perspective. That was Thom’s idea, which I think is brilliant.” The book, written for students in Kindergarten through Grade 2, explores several key themes, including kindness, being the new kid, making friends, accepting others and racial differences.

“Thom and I are both white men living in the centre of Canada,” Petkau said. “We haven’t faced racism. Jermaine has.” Fitting in at school and on the ice in Arborg, Man., was never easy and racial discrimination did not stop when Loewen reached the WHL in Kamloops. “I’m not saying I was treated very, very crappy, but there were times in my life I was discriminated against,” Loewen said. “This is not about screaming, ‘Oh, poor me.’ It’s about overcoming those things. “How does the black bear overcome the things he went through?” In the end, it is Mainer who offers an olive branch to Ari. See LOEWEN, A28

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“I wasn’t sure about that, at first,” Petkau said. “Do we want to have the person who was wronged be the one to have to reach out? But that’s just Jermaine and how he’s lived his life. “We made sure to keep him in character. That’s real. That’s the way he is. He’s just a remarkable young man.” Loewen said Ari’s creators are not out to get rich and Petkau noted children’s books are not usually cash cows unless your last name is Munsch. “It will help teach kids,” Petkau said, noting he expects the series to feature at least three books. “That’s our goal. We wanted to tackle things like racism.” The book series website, arithelion.com, includes resources for parents and teachers, along with activities for kids, who can sign up for Ari’s Kindess Club. Club subscribers (there is no cost to join) receive a membership card, a gift in the mail (Petkau mentioned stickers) and emails that will include kindness challenges and colouring pages. Petkau said Mainer’s char-

and Fort Wayne Komets in the ECHL. “I kind of had to go through the muck and the grind and the adversity to figure out it’s definitely a different game,” said Loewen, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound forward. “A lot of growth, a lot of learning.” Loewen, who was picked by the Dallas Stars in Round 7 of the 2018 NHL Draft, is expecting to play this season for the Henderson Silver Knights, the AHL affiliate of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights. His pro contract is set to expire following the 2020-2021 season. The AHL has been postponed until Feb. 5 because of the pandemic. “It’s a big year for me as far as my development goes and I have to get another contract after this year,” Loewen said. “I’m putting in lots of extra time and work because I feel like I can do it. “I’m still preparing for February.” Loewen remains close with his billet parents from his Blazers’ days, Kelly and Brenda Thomson, with whom he spent Christmas in Kamloops. “They treated me well,” he said. “I know I can crash there.”

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On Monday, viaSport announced the province has modified its rules around adult sports, allowing junior hockey players 22 and under to practise together. The changes are good news for junior hockey teams in Kamloops, including the major junior Blazers and junior B Storm. Under the previous rules, junior players ages 19 to 21 had been banned from training with their younger teammates, as the November-issued health order lumped those older players in with other adults playing recreational sports, which were suspended under the order. The revised rules have changed “adult team sport” — which previously lumped in the older juniors — to now read as “group

permitted in groups of up to two people (e.g. singles tennis or an athlete and a coach training session). Outdoor group sport is only permitted in groups of up to four people (e.g. four individuals may run together or four individuals could run soccer drills),” the statement from viaSport reads. Individuals are allowed to travel to their home club “for the purpose of sport” and those determined to be “high performance athletes” in other sports, not just hockey, have also received an ALLEN DOUGLAS/KTW exemption, under viaCarter McLellan of the Sport’s revised condiKamloops Storm handles tions. the puck in junior B hockey The move means action last season at that BCHL, Western Memorial Arena. Hockey League and sport” and does not junior B teams can include “sport for chilresume full-team pracdren or youth, varsity tices now that LUXURY LIVING ATthe holisport or high-perforday break is coming to mance athlete sport.” a close. “Group sport (i.e. The current provinsport for those 22 years cial health order expires of age or older) is only Jan. 8.

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acter may show up again in the Ari series. Loewen will be ready to contribute. “There are other kids out there that go through school and get bullied,” Loewen said. “Having a story like this, even when I’m done hockey, is something I can talk to kids about and be an encouragement for them.” ROOKIE GRIND Loewen last toiled for the Blazers in 2018-2019. He said his first pro season was a learning year, a 20192020 campaign split between the Chicago Wolves in the AHL

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123. Spring event 124. Rigging pole DOWN 1. Longest-serving Israeli prime minister, familiarly 2. Driver around Hollywood 3. ‘‘And, touching ____, make blessed my rude hand’’: Romeo 4. Small snare drums 5. Inaccurate information 6. Game with red and yellow cards 7. 1904 World’s Fair city: Abbr. 8. Flint is a form of it 9. Moonfish 10. Sacking site in A.D. 410 11. Physical, e.g. 12. ‘‘Holy cow!’’ 13. Appointment that may be hard to change 14. Curve 15. Dr. Fauci’s agcy. 16. Poli ____ 18. Premiere arrival 20. Classic comics teenager with good manners 23. They can elevate art 25. Alley ____ 28. Org. with boosters 30. The beginning, in an idiom 33. By the end of 1996, one million of this toy was sold in a shopping frenzy 34. ‘‘South Pacific’’ hero 35. 2014 film directed by Ava DuVernay 36. Goes after 37. Simian world 38. First toy to be advertised on TV 40. Open hostilities 41. St. Patrick’s home 42. See the sights 43. Feed lines to 46. Its box once read ‘‘A sweet little game for sweet little folks’’ 48. Toy that sold more cars in America in 1991 than the Honda Accord or Ford Taurus 50. Promoting peace

52. Actress Taylor of ‘‘Mystic Pizza’’ 54. ‘‘That was Zen, this is ____’’ (philosophy pun) 58. Smart 60. ‘‘The Tempest’’ king 62. Cleanliness fixation, e.g., in brief 63. Brit. military award 66. Little bits 67. Reason for glasses 68. Singer with a self-titled No. 1 album in 2002 70. Be less than ambitious 72. Subj. for some aspiring bilinguals 75. Sierra ____ 76. Operatic villains, often 77. Totaled 78. Legal assistant, briefly 79. Future J.D.’s hurdle 80. Not just available online 84. Biblical ending 86. Soon 88. With some downside 90. Shot from a doc 92. Statement of resistance 95. Big name in small planes 96. Took care of a tabby, say 97. Counters 99. Tik____ (app) 102. Ballpark figures 104. Lasting impression 105. Give up (on) 106. Shopping site with a ‘‘Toys’’ section 108. Straddling 109. Sight from the Sicilian town of Taormina 110. Textile worker 111. One whistling while working in the Garden? 112. Address with dots 113. Swimsuit part 115. Suffix suggested by the wiggling of one’s hand 116. Calf-eteria?

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WEEKLY COMICS

ARCTIC CIRCLE by Alex Hallatt

PARDON MY PLANET by Vic Lee

BABY BLUES

SHOE by Gary Brookins & Susie Macnelly

by Rick Kirkman & Jerry Scott

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE

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ZITS by Jerry Scott & Jim Borgman

by Chris Browne

GUESS WHO?

HERMAN

by Jim Unger

ZIGGY

by Tom Wilson & Tom II

FAMILY CIRCUS

by Bil & Jeff Keane

I am a singer born in England on December 30, 1986. I discovered electronic music while in college. Rihanna is one of my influences and I sang a cover of her song “Only Girl In the World.” My debut album reached #1 on the UK charts. ANSWERS

Ellie Goulding

WEEKLY HOROSCOPES

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, it may take time to make a nutritional overhaul, especially if indulging in drinks and sweets has become habitual. Be patient with yourself and you’ll be successful.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if you’ve been considering a move lately, you may find yourself putting the wheels in motion pretty soon. Begin to make a list of what you need to pull this off.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Direct communication does not always come easy to you, Gemini. Give it a try and convey your feelings to someone you love. Be honest and welcome the response.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, even if you’re feeling out of sync this week, you will manage to find someone who is marching along to a similar beat. This person can become a true friend.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Start to clean house, Leo. Avoid any distracting habits that might get in your way. You don’t need anything to derail your positive plans for the future this week.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, find a new muse and begin a creative project. There may be some obstacles along the way, but you will see creative endeavours through to completion.

DECEMBER 30 - JANUARY 5, 2021 LIBRA

- Sept 23/Oct 23 A former flame may try to heat things up again, Libra. If you’re single, you may be interested. But steer clear of this person if you’re attached because it spells trouble.

SCORPIO

- Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, embrace healthy debate and don’t try to bowl anyone over with your big ideas. Afford others their own right to have an opinion, even if it differs from your own.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 You have learned many lessons about financial responsibility, Sagittarius. When an item catches your eye, it might be very tempting to indulge. Stay the course.

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CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan20 Personal affairs often make you a closed book, Capricorn. But you may have to spill a few secrets to a trusted friend to get the advice you need right now.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Clean up any unresolved parts of your life before the year draws to a close , Aquarius. It’s a large undertaking, but you have the means and the support to get it done.

PISCES

- Feb 19/Mar 20 Cease to compromise on your core values, Pisces. You do not have to sway to the desires of others. Stand your ground on important issues.

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INDEX

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

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

3500

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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.

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

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

Farm Services $900. chairs

Diningroom table w/8-chairs, c/w Buffet and Hutch. Med Colour. $800. 250-374-8933.

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

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

Wanted

Kamloops This be closed following dates:

Week on

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

. Thursday, Dec. 24th . Friday, Dec. 25th . Friday, Jan. 1st Classiﬁed Deadline will be Monday, Dec 28th at noon for Wednesday, Dec. 30th paper. Happy Holidays from all of us at Kamloops This Week

If you have an upcoming event for our

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Bicycles Mtn bike neon yellow A.V.I.G.O charger racing team 16” tire. $75/obo. 250-3766607.

For Sale - Misc Apartment size automatic washer made by Haier. $150/obo. 250-318-1547.

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KTW requires door to door substitute carriers for all areas in the city. Vehicle is an asset Call 250-374-0462 Fuel tanks - 1-300 gal and 2-100gal on stands. $300. 250-672-9712 250-819-9712. Greeting cards made in England each cellophane wrapped 90,000 for $17,000/obo 250- 376-6607. Satellite phone Model Iridium 9505A handset w/attachments. $1300. 250-374-0650. Tools for renovations. $500/all. 250-573-9337.

for a route near you!

Basement Suites 1brm in Batchelor Quiet, mature person. N/P/S. $1200/mo. +1/3 hydro. 250-320-5112.

Commercial SINGLE OFFICE FOR RENT in Business Centre in Riverview Execu-Suites Downtown Kamloops Central Reception, Lunch Room, Meeting Room, call Karen Watt for details 250-372-3053 or email: karen@excel.bc.ca for more info.

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

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RICKS’S SMALL HAUL For Sale by Owner

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Seeking small 3bdrm home, downtown. 1.5baths, W/D, 2-3 parking spaces.236-425-2525.

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CHOOSE LOCAL For Sale by Owner $55.00 Special The special includes a 1x1.5 ad (including photo) that will run in (two editions) in Kamloops This Week. Our award winning paper is delivered to over 30,000 homes in Kamloops and area every Wednesday. Call or email us for more info: 250-374-7467 classiﬁeds@ kamloopsthisweek.com

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Automotive Tires

JA ENTERPRISES Furniture Moving and Rubbish Removal jaenterpriseskam@gmail.com 778-257-4943

Snow Removal

RS5 Audi winter studded snow tires and wheels over 90% tread . 285/30R20 $1700.00 Call 250 319-8784

Domestic Cars Classes & Courses HUNTER & FIREARMS Courses. A Great Gift. Next C.O.R.E. February 20th and 21st. Saturday and Sunday. P.A.L January 17th, Sunday. Professional outdoorsman & Master Instructor: Bill 250-376-7970

2000 Jaguar XK8 Convertible 4L, V-8, fully loaded. Exec shape. $12,500/obo. 250-3764163. 2010 Toyota Yaris sedan auto A/C winter tires $4,200 obo 250-376-3390

Sports & Imports

Boats 14ft. Runabout boat. 40hp Johnson motor on trailer. $1000/obo. 778-469-5434.

RVs/Campers/Trailers

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Commercial

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Health

Only 1 issue a week!

Misc Home Service

250-838-0111

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

Deliver Kamloops this Week

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REIMER’S FARM SERVICE

Pets

will the

BONUS (pick up only):

EMPLOYMENT Based on 3 lines 1 Issue.. . . . . . $1638

• 2 large Garage Sale Signs • Instructions

- Regular & Screened Sizes -

Cash for gold and silver! Also buying coin collections, old money, old jewelry Contact Todd 1-250-864-3521.

HOLIDAY SEASON DEADLINE CHANGES

Farm Services

1250 - 3 lines or less

1990 Jaguar Red. leather, 4-door, A/C, Power everything. 142,597kms, $2200.00 250-851-0209.

Vans

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1997 Ext GMC Savana 3500. Work ready service van and tools avail. $9,500. 250-5739337.

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Legal/Public Notices

IN THE MATTER OF THE BANKRUPTCY OF Donold Paul Hachey NOTICE OF FIRST MEETING OF CREDITORS (Section 102(4)) Notice is hereby given that Donold Paul Hachey of Kamloops, B.C. made an assignment in Bankruptcy on December 21, 2020. The ﬁrst meeting of creditors will be held on January 11, 2021 10:00 AM at 220 - 301 Victoria St. Kamloops BC V2C 2A3 Trustee MNP Ltd., Suite 100 – 1628 Dickson Avenue Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 9X1 Telephone: 250-979-2580 Fax: 250-979-2581

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A Way Home Kamloops (AWHK) is a charitable non-profit that provides housing and support to youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness. We are rooted in action and require our leadership to bring and/or incorporate lived expertise in all that we do. Our organization provides a range of wraparound supports from prevention to housing to employment and education to support youth in achieving critical developmental milestones as part of a healthy transition to adulthood. AWHK provides a continuum of housing options and operates from a Youth Housing First philosophy. To support youth in achieving adulting skills, we provide a variety of programs including life-skills, case management, employment readiness, peer navigation, and support groups. AWHK is a leader and innovator in preventing and ending youth homelessness. AWHK provides community coordination to reduce gaps in services & ensure there are no wrong doors for homeless youth. Our community collective ensures every sector and member has a pivotal role to play in ending youth homelessness. We work with a collective of 200+ members from all sectors including youth,non-profits, landlords, businesses, students, ministries, and community members, both locally, provincially and nationally. AWHK is committed to creating diversity in the workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Qualified applicants will receive fair treatment and consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, attraction, disability, or age.

To advertise call

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250-371-4949

CANADAWIDE

Employment

A Way Home Kamloops is Hiring an

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Employment

~ Caution ~ While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in Kamloops This Week are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

Notice of Disposal Sale Notice is hereby given to Turriff Ian Owen, please be advised that your 1988 Mercedes 420 VIN WDBCA35D7JA395263 located at 1350 Kootenay Way, Kamloops, BC will be disposed of to cover debt of $850.00 on January 6, 2021, at 10:00 am. Kamloops Auto Recycling 250-574-4679.

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CWC

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission, financial and program objectives. Administration • Provides leadership in program development, organizational and financial planning • Has good knowledge of signification development of emerging trends, current research and best practice in housing supports for vulnerable youth. • Ensure risk management and legal requirements of the society are addressed and implemented • Develop and apply policies and procedures • Able to make sound and timely decisions relating to the objectives of the society • Ensure maintenance of all appropriate documentation, records and filings Planning & Oversight • Makes significant contributions to strategic plan and vision setting process • Facilitates the annual review and update of AWHK’s short-term and long-term objective • Ensures changes related to service delivery are communicated to stakeholders and stays apprised of changes in legislation or government resources are considered in programming Human Resources Management • Ensures recruitment and retention of competent staff • Ensures onboarding and training of staff • Ensures a healthy working environment and develops and follows personnel policies consistently

Full Time, 37.5 Hours/Week Min Starting at &62,500/annual Comprehensive Benefits

Community Development • Demonstrated ability to represent the society in a positive and professional manner • Able to cultivate partnerships in the community that will enhance AWHK’s community profile • Represents AWHK with local provincial and national constituents. Acts as a conduit for input and information, promotes innovation at all levels and advocates for youth • Collaborates with the academic, professional and non profit societies in the community to enhance AWHK services and contributions to society. Qualifications • Completed related field of study such as Batchelor of Social work degree • Proven ability and desire to work with vulnerable youth ages 15-29 • Proven ability to supervise 5-10 people • Knowledge of homelessness issues facing youth • 1-3 years of senior leadership experience in a nonprofit society • Lived experience is an asset •The successful candidate must complete and successfully pass a Criminal Records Check. Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Posting Closes January 6th, 4pm Please send resumes to admin@awayhomekamloops.com

PAPER ROUTES AVAILABLE DOWNTOWN

Rte 310 – 651-695 2nd Ave, 660-690 3rd Ave, 110-292 Columbia St, 106-321 Nicola St. – 43 p. Rte 317 – 535-649 7th Ave, 702-794 Columbia St(Even Side), 702-799 Nicola St. – 39 p. Rte 318 – 463 6th Ave, 446-490 7th Ave, 409-585 8th Ave, 604-794 Battle St. – 27 p. Rte 323 – 755-783 6th Ave, 763-804 7th Ave, 744-764 8th Ave, 603-783 Columbia St(Odd Side), 605-793 Dominion St. – 52 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 – 984-987 9th Ave, 1125 10th Ave, 901-981 Douglas St, 902-999 Munro St, 806-990 Pleasant St. - 34 p. Rte 335 - 1175-1460 6th Ave, 1165-1185 7th Ave, Cowan St, 550-792 Munro St. – 56 p. Rte 370 – Nicola Wagon Rd, 35-377 W. Seymour St. – 36 p. Rte 371 – 125-207 Connaught Rd, 451-475 Lee Rd, 7-376 W. St Paul St. – 73 p. Rte 372 - 22-255 W. Battle St, 660 Lee Rd, 11-179 W. Nicola St. – 50 p. Rte 380 – Arbutus St, Chaparral Pl, Powers Rd, Sequoia Pl. – 69 p. Rte 381 – 20-128 Centre Ave, Hemlock St, 605-800 Lombard St. – 42 p. Rte 382 – 114-150 Fernie Pl, Fernie Rd, 860-895 Lombard St. – 23 p. Rte 384 – 407-775 W.Battle St, 260-284 Centre Ave. – 42 p. Rte 385 – 350-390 W.Battle St, Strathcona Terr. – 29 p.

LOWER SAHALI/SAHALI

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Financial Management • Prepares and compiles a fiscally responsible budget • Ensures financial transactions are appropriately recorded and financial reports are undertaken in a timely manner • Able to seek out and secure a diverse range of funding sources and stewards good donor relations • Develops and oversees the funding procurement process which includes the development of funding proposals and all relevant reports

Rte 402 – 14-94 Bestwick Dr, Mahood Pl. – 28 p. Rte 403 – 405-482 Greenstone Dr, Tod Cres. – 28 p. Rte 405 – Anvil Cres, Bestwick Crt E & W, 98-279 Bestwick Dr, Morrisey Pl. – 47 p. Rte 410 – 56-203 Arrowstone Dr, Silverthrone Cres. – 49 p. Rte 449 - Assiniboine Rd, Azure Pl, Chino Pl, Sedona Dr. – 90 p. Rte 452 – 1430-1469 Springhill Dr. – 64 p.

Rte 453 – 1575-1580 Springhill Dr. – 73 p. Rte 456 – Springhaven Pl, Springridge Pl, 1730-1799 Springview Pl. – 47 p. Rte 457 – 990 Gleneagles Dr, 662-698 Monarch Dr, 1810-1896 Springhill Dr, Tolima Crt. – 50 p. Rte 458 – Glen Nevis, 803980 Gleneagles Dr, Glenesk Pl, Glenshee Pl. – 86 p. Rte 461 – Glen Gary Dr & Pl, Glencoe Pl, 700-799 Gleneagles Dr. – 49 p. Rte 467 – 1605-1625 Summit Dr. – 30 p. Rte 468 – 320-397 Monmouth Dr, Selwyn Rd, 303-430 Waddington Dr. – 57 p. Rte 471 - 100-293 Monmouth Dr. – 38 p. Rte 474 – Coppertree Crt, Trophy Crt. – 21 p. Rte 475 – Castle Towers Dr, Sedgewick Crt & Dr. – 47 p. Rte 476 – Tantalus Crt, Tinniswood Crt, 2018-2095 Tremerton Dr. – 50 p. Rte 481 – Robson Lane, Whistler Crt, Dr, & Pl. – 67 p. Rte 483 - Breakenridge Crt, Cathedral Crt, Grenville Pl, 409-594 Robson Dr. – 59 p. Rte 486 – Garibaldi Dr. – 40 p. Rte 487 – 201-475,485-495 Hollyburn Dr, Panorama Crt. – 76 p. Rte 492 – 2000-2099 Monteith Dr, Sentinel Crt. – 35 p.

ABERDEEN

Rte 508 – 700-810 Hugh Allan Dr. - 49 p. Rte 510 - 372-586 Aberdeen Dr, 402-455 Laurier Dr. – 53 p. Rte 513 – Braemar Dr, 556696 Laurier Dr, 2214-2296 Van Horne Dr. – 39 p. Rte 530 – Bentall Dr, 26882698 Willowbrae Dr. – 40 p. Rte 540 – 2600-2700 Galbraith Dr, Raeburn Dr, Telford Dr. & Pl. - 61 p. Rte 543 – 1250 Aberdeen Dr, Kinross Pl, Linﬁeld Dr. - 99 p.

PINEVIEW VALLEY/ MT. DUFFERIN

Rte 580 – 1300-1466 Paciﬁc Way, Prairie Rose Dr, Rockcress Dr. – 83 p. Rte 584 - 1752–1855 Hillside Dr. – 26 p.

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Paul Tyler Joseph Ayres July 17, 1980 – December 28, 2010

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Maurizio Chiatto Maurizio Chiatto, father, grandfather, partner, and friend passed away on December 21, 2020. He was surrounded by family in his own home as he wished.

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Donna Jack 1945 - 2010

Maurizio was born on July 28, 1934 in Lago, Italy. The Chiatto family arrived at Pier 21 in Halifax, Nova Scotia aboard the Vulcania on December 15, 1961. Maurizio was an avid fisherman and had a deep adoration for the outdoors. He spent many happy hours at Roche Lake which was one of his favourite places to go with his partner, Val.

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Maurizio was passionate about his garden and fruit trees which he tended to with care. He loved to share his harvest with family, friends, and neighbours. In his spare time, he enjoyed making homemade wine, bread, and a variety of traditional Italian cuisine. Maurizio was known for his quick wit, stubborn character, and strong work ethic. We are incredibly saddened by this loss.

All too quickly, Ten years has passed.

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When we gather, we still tell your stories, bringing laughter and love, our memories of the heart.

As long as I live you will be remembered.

We will always love and miss you.

I wish I had a heart of stone. Then it wouldn’t hurt so bad....being alone. I wish that I could build a dam To hold back the tears that ﬂow on and on...

As long as I love you will be loved.

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Angus Morrison Currie It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Angus Morrison Currie in Kamloops, BC on the morning of December 20, 2020. Angus is survived by his loving of wife 57 years, Jacolyn, their children Anne Louise Currie, (Ellen), Gail Markin (Tony), Diane Currie Sam (Randy), Iain Currie (Lisa), Donna Curdyk (Mike), ten grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Angus and Mary Margaret, and his brother Archie. Angus was a gentle and loving man who touched the lives of many with his quick wit, infectious humour and kind soul. Born in Prince Rupert, BC on September 3, 1930, he was the son of Scottish immigrants and grew up on the shores of the Skeena River at the Claxton Cannery during fishing seasons, and in Vancouver in the off-season. A graduate of Vancouver College and the University of British Columbia (B.Comm), he and his wife Jacolyn moved to Kamloops after their marriage in 1963, where they raised their children and owned and operated several successful car dealerships.

It's been a year now since we've seen your smile, heard your laugh, held you in our arms or felt your presence. Our hearts ache but are slowly healing, with the emptiness that remains in your absence. You were always there to bind us all together and keep our family strong with your love and support. We will continue to cherish our memories of you and you will remain in our hearts forever! We will Love and Remember you Always! Arlene, Renee, Daniel, Phil, Don, Jeyda, Adam, Holly, Keenan, Hudson & Reese

Silver threads and golden needles Cannot mend this heart of mine.

Forever and deeply loved Dee-Dee

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Me too Dad, Love Nikki

He was a community-minded businessman who was active in the Rotary Club, the Kinsmen and Sacred Heart Parish. Angus was a storyteller with a poet’s soul who regaled his family and friends with his wonderfully colourful and funny stories, and his repertoire of quotes, quips and anecdotes. He made the world seem funnier, brighter and more interesting. Most importantly, he made us feel loved and welcomed in his home and heart.

He will be forever missed. A private funeral was held on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Kamloops, BC. A celebration of life will be held next year when it is safe to do so, and we can gather in the spirit of love, family and friendship and celebrate a man who lived a profoundly beautiful life and left us a legacy of love. Condolences may be expressed at: www.schoeningfuneralservice.com

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Doug worked as a carpenter with his dad, as a foreman in a sawmill and became an electrician and worked in this trade for 30 years until he retired. Doug enjoyed curling and represented B.C. in the junior championships in 1965 & 66. He was an avid golfer and loved to hunt. Doug will be fondly remembered for his kind and giving heart, his ability to make friends wherever he went, his love of laughter and enjoyment of life. He was a loving husband, dad and friend.

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December 24, 1949 - December 17, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Douglas (Doug) Lawrence Engstrom on December 21, 2020 at the age of 73. Doug was born on April 3, 1947 in Prince George, BC.

Doug was the youngest of 3 children and will be deeply missed by his sister Sheila Hoyt-Aldrich (Dennis Aldrich) and brother Rick Engstrom (Bonnie), along with numerous other family and friends including Colleen McDonnell and Garth and Lynn Bedard. Doug was predeceased by his parents Dorothy and Albert Engstrom.

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Terence Halvar Grimm

April 3, 1947 - December 21, 2020

Doug will be sadly missed by his loving wife Maggie Engstrom, his children Douglas Engstrom Jr. (Lisa), Victoria Ursaki (Ken) and Rick Hart (Kim); step-children Renee Lukasser (Philip), Marc Camus, Victor Camus (Chantelle). He adored spending time with his grandchildren Colin, Nadine, Owen, Heather, Brayden, Megan, Ethan, Madeline and step-grandchildren Juliet, Grace, Ashton and Makayla.

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It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Terry Grimm, who left us December 17, 2020. Terry was born December 24, 1949 in Camrose, Alberta. He is predeceased by his father and mother Maurice and Harriet, son Jeff and mother-in-law Pat. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Kim, brother Ken (Vanessa) daughters Tara (Jason), Lori (Chal), father-in-law Harry and the true loves of his life his granddaughters Shayla, Elyse, Brooklyn and Megan as well as numerous family and friends.

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Terry was a proud member of the R.C.M.P from 1969 - 2005 when he retired to enjoy his passion for golf which he did at his much loved Rivershore. He was a true sportsman playing golf, hockey, fastball and curling all at a competitive level. Terry completed his bucket list when he played St. Andrews in Scotland (twice) and because of a dear friend gained access to the hallowed grounds of the Royal and Ancient clubhouse where he sat in those famous windows looking down the first fairway drinking a “wee dram”of scotch with good friend Fraser.

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Terry’s life was full and became full to overflowing when his granddaughters came along. If you knew him (Papa to the girls) they were the lights of his life and Terry truly was the best Papa ever, he was the ultimate role model. His personal accomplishments are to numerous to list, but safe to say he did a lot of volunteer work through out his life. There will be a celebration of his life as soon as it is possible to gather.

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The family would like to thank Dr. Phil Sigalet for his compassionate care and the true life angels at Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House for their exceptional care.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Rivershore Golf Course Junior Golf program in his name would be appreciated. To make a donation the office at Rivershore Estates and Golf Links will be open in the New Year. 250573-4211 or 330 RIVERSHORE Drive, Kamloops, B.C. V2H 1S1.

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Ronald Fairhurst Ronald Edward Fairhurst age 86, passed away peacefully December 19, 2020 after a courageous and determined battle with cancer. He was in the company of his devoted wife of 62 years, Doreen, his son Bob and daughter-in-law Nancy at the time of passing. Ron was predeceased by his parents Robert and Ida Fairhurst of Medicine Hat, Alberta as well as his youngest brother John, (Jack) and sister-in-law Elsie of Regina, Saskatchewan. He is survived by his wife Doreen, brother Bob (Rita), daughter Deborah (Brian) and sons Bob (Nancy) and Doug. He will be remembered in spirit, by his grandsons Michael and Christopher and his step-grandchildren Matthew (Lindsay) and Sarah (Nathan) along with their infant daughter Lyla. Ron is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. There was nothing that brought a greater sense of satisfaction and pride to Ron than being surrounded by family and friends. Up until his final days, Ron remained a joyful story teller who thrived in the companionship of others. His ventures in life always provided great topics of conversation. He was particularly proud of his 26 years service with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, a career path that was followed by his brothers Bob and Jack. The sense of pride their parents felt in having three young R.C.M.P. constables in the family was openly displayed in their home town of Redcliff as Ida Fairhurst proudly hung their red serges on the line “to air” for all the neighbours to see. It was during Ron’s first posting in White Rock, BC, that he met the person to whom he would be devoted for life, a young teacher from Fairview, Alberta, Doreen Campbell. They married in August 1958. Ron’s career in The Force took him to further postings in “E” Division, (B.C.); namely, Creston, Williams Lake, Dawson Creek, Prince Rupert and finally Kamloops, where he retired as a Staff Sargent. Ron and Doreen shared a full and active life. They provided a happy and adventurous childhood to Deb, Bob and Doug and have remained heavily invested in their well-being to this day. They have been equally devoted as grandparents. Ron and Doreen shared a love of the outdoors and took part in activities such as cross-country skiing, kayaking, snow-shoeing and hiking mountain trails. Ron very much enjoyed his time around water and was happy to spend hours of the summer time in a boat pulling waterskiers, fishing or taking guests on lake tours. In Ron’s retirement years, that followed a second career as an insurance adjuster and claims investigator, he and Doreen enjoyed the great quality of life that Shuswap Lake had to offer, whether it was hosting family and friends at their Scotch Creek cabin or sharing companionship at their home in Chase looking over the lake. Every year Ron took pride in being the first person to enter that cold lake early in the season to initiate his daily morning swims that lasted into fall. Ron gave years of service to the community of Chase through volunteer work as a member of the local Lions Club. Ron and Doreen took many opportunities to travel throughout Canada and the United States. One of their most memorable trips occurred in 1993 when they ventured from Chase, BC to the east coast of Canada, ending up in Halifax. Ron, a confident and enthusiastic driver claimed to love the open lanes of the Trans Canada but had other comments to make with regard to the challenges of navigating the narrow streets of Old Quebec in a camper van. In addition to sustaining strong family bonds throughout his life, Ron was fortunate to have had a host of friends. As he entered his final stages of life, he had the support of many. Ron had great affection and appreciation for the staff of the IV therapy unit the Royal Island Hospital. He found them to be an invaluable support for his social well-being in addition to his medical needs. Ron’s family shares this appreciation. Gratitude is extended, also, to family physician, Dr. DeKoch and oncologist, Dr. Hodgins both of whom provided excellent medical care and respected Ron’s desire for clear and honest medical feedback. Deep appreciation is offered to the outreach services of the Kamloops United Church and finally, to the many family members and friends who gave Ron the precious gifts of companionship and love in his final months. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to P.I.T. Stop - Kamloops United Church or to The Salvation Army. Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christina Rae Hunter on December 19, 2020 at the age of 79. Chris was born in Victoria, BC, the only child to Ethel and William Surradge. They moved to Burnaby, BC where Chris met the love of her life, Jim Hunter, at Burnaby North High school. Chris and Jim married and settled in Surrey, BC where they welcomed their son, Russ in 1968. Here they formed lifelong friendships and spent countless hours at their cabin at Anderson Lake. In 1980 Jim took a job transfer to Kamloops and they settled in Rayleigh. Chris and Jim were proud members of the Shriners and Daughters of the Nile. Chris was also a longtime member of the YMCA where she met friends to work out, but especially enjoyed the luncheons that followed. Chris was an avid Canucks fan and never missed a game. She was also the biggest fan of her two grandchildren, Bennett and Sophie whom she attended every game, recital and concert, never missing an event. Left to mourn her passing is her son Russ, daughter-in-law Tara, grandchildren Bennett and Sophie. Chris is predeceased by her husband James George Hunter on December 16, 2007 and parents Ethel and William Surradge. A special thank you to her wonderful Rayleigh neighbours who loved and cared for her like family. There will be no formal ceremony. Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Margo Murdina (nĂŠe Jones) Jewell Margo passed away on December 18, 2020 at the age of 83. Margo was born on September 23, 1937 to Dave and Margaret Jones in Enderby, BC. Eldest of three sisters and a brother. Margo married Bob Jewell November 5, 1955. The family moved to Kamloops in 1957. Margo worked in the banking business and raised four boys until moving to Mica Creek in 1974. There she worked as a payroll clerk until 1979. Then worked in the same position at Revelstoke Dam until 1985.

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Margo is survived by sons Robert (Joanie), Greg, and Todd (Jennifer), sister Heather Ann (Jack), brother-in-law Laurie. Predeceased by parents, brother Jim, sister Sharon, son Gary and husband Bob. No service by request. Funeral arrangements have been taken care of by Athabasca Community Chapel.

Donna Schlecht 1945 - 2020

It is with great sadness that Donna Schlecht passed away suddenly on December 15, 2020.

Donna was predeceased by her husband Mel Schlecht. Would like to thank her Family & Friends at Motion Church for always being there for Mom and Mel. Thank you to the wonderful people at Bedford Manor and Ponderosa Lodge. Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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There lived a little unicorn (From when the earth was new), His coat so white it glistened, His eyes a sparkling blue.

But, as he grew and learned of life, The sparkle in his eye Grew misty as he realized Just what it means to cry.

His mother held him lovingly And tried to ease his fears About the sadness life could bring... The lonely, bitter tears.

His spirit crushed, he felt defeated, And lonely tears would start. Not understanding how to love, It simply broke his heart.

In innocence and beauty, He danced through woods and streams. The animals danced with him, His heart aglow with dreams.

He learned that there are shadows In spite of shining sun. The more he grew, he found that life Was never always fun.

She said, â€œLife is like a mountain, (And surely this is true) That we must climb as best we can. Thereâ€™s no â€˜around or â€˜through.â€™â€?

But now heâ€™s in a loving place Where all his pain has ceased, Where all accepted him and his love, Where all he knows is peace.

He laughed and played with rainbows, So happy all day through, He loved to kiss the ďŹ‚owers As their petals shone with dew.

For now heâ€™d learn of feelings That come from deep within; No longer in the â€œdream worldâ€? Where (for so long) heâ€™d been.

The unicorn tried tirelessly, And gave the climb his best; But he felt it was not good enough, He felt heâ€™d failed the test.

A loving Being tells him, â€œYouâ€™re delightful as you are.â€? His spirit free, his brilliance now Outshines the brightest star!

He wandered through the meadows In the moonâ€™s soft, silver light. He loved to gaze at all the stars That lightened up the night.

His gentle heart desired But to know the pleasure of To give and to receive The very precious gift of love.

He could not understand it When he felt himself rejected â€“ When all his gentle being asked Was but to be accepted.

He listened to the music Of the birds that graced the trees. He frolicked with the butterďŹ‚ies And raced the gentle breeze.

To love meant to be happy, And yet it also brought him pain; For those he loved could hurt him Again.. and yet again.

All this was just too much for him, He knew not what to do. That he was special as himself, Somehow, he never knew.

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I know that no matter what You will always be with me. When life separates us Iâ€™ll know it is only your soul Saying goodbye to your body But your spirit will be with me always. When I see a bird chirping on a nearby branch I will know it is you singing to me. When a butterďŹ‚y brushes gently by me so care freely I will know it is you assuring me you are free from pain. When the gentle fragrance of a ďŹ‚ower catches my attention I will know it is you reminding me To appreciate the simple things in life. When the sun shining through my window awakens me I will feel the warmth of your love. When I hear the rain pitter patter against my window sill I will hear your words of wisdom And will remember what you taught me so wellâ€™ That without rain trees cannot grow Without rain ďŹ‚owers cannot bloom Without lifeâ€™s challenges I cannot grow strong. When I look out to the sea I will think of your endless love for your family. When I think of mountains, their majesty and magniďŹ cence I will think of your courage for your country. No matter where I am Your spirit will be beside me For I know that no matter what You will always be with me. by Tram-Tiara T. Von Reichenbach

She moved to Athabasca, Alberta with husband Bob and youngest son Todd. She worked at Scotiabank and Athabasca Health Services until she retired. Margo loved sports, and travelling to Vegas and other countries with warm weather for vacation during the winter time.

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