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LeAnn Blackert

A walk to end MS – page 2

Minister’s Musings– page 8

Two rivers, two peo-ple, two hundred years. This year the City of Kamloops and its resi-dents, neighbours and visitors will be celebrat-ing a 200 year shared history with the won-derful people of the Tk’emlúps.

“2012 commemo-rates Kamloops’ 200th year of shared living with the Tk’emlúps, and 200 years of com-munity achievement and growth,” explains Elisabeth Duckworth of Kamloops Museum and Archives. “The theme for 2012 is 2 Rivers, 2 Peoples, 200 Years. The North and South Thompson rivers have always defined the identity and shaped the boundaries of Kamloops. Even the name of our city reflects our unique location at the junction of the two rivers: in the Secwepemc language, Kamloops means meeting of the waters. In 1812, fur trader and explorer David Stuart built a trading post on the south shore of the Thompson River. In 2012, the City of Kamloops is commemorating two hundred years of shared history between the Secwepemc people and all those who came after David Stuart.”

The city itself has a very interesting past and this bi-centennial is a great way to be able to showcase all we have done and all we are ca-pable of while at the same time celebrating the relationship between the city and the Tk’emlúps and enhancing its future.

The City, groups and organizations have been working hard to plan a whole host of activities to give you a glimpse into our past and a window into our future. Shawn Cook, Parks Supervisor at the City of Kamloops has announced that the City will be planting 200 trees

in recognition of 200 years.

“There will be 200 maple trees planted throughout the city,” explains Shawn. “We chose maple trees be-cause of their many va-rieties and because it is representative of Cana-da.”

Arbour Day is April 27 and will kick off in Pioneer Park with a host of dignitaries, garden aficionados, Communi-ties in Bloom represen-tatives, school children and of course the parks crew. They will begin the planting there and continue throughout the

week within our individual neighbourhoods and parklands.On May 10 and 11, the Museum will be hosting a Heritage Fair

with a bicentennial theme. They have been working on this for quite a while and have been encouraging local teachers, students and schools to focus on our local history especially in honour of such an anniversary.

“The Kamloops Museum and Archives wants to support teachers and their students for this year’s annual Heritage Fair projects by en-couraging students to focus on our local history,” explained Melissa Baker, the Museum’s educator. “Students have had access to a rich repository of historic articles, old newspapers, books, photographs and more - all of it authentic and valuable research for their projects. Student projects that participate will also be recognized and granted a distinctive commemorative ribbon. Some of the projects will also be chosen to be included in the book and published as part of our bi-

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Mayor Peter Milobar and Parks Supervisor Shawn Cook prepare for their appearance at one of many Arbour Day Celebrations. This year they are planting 200 maple trees in honour of Kamloops’ bi-centennial.

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Sean Turner from Rivercity Nissan won big after offering to match all donations made by his staff to Big Brothers Big Sisters Strikes for Tykes. Shown are L-R Terri Axani, Sean Turner and Ernie Cordonier. Big Brothers and Big Sisters Kamloops have just wrapped up their 34th Annual Strikes for Tykes with a grand total of $97,641.15. Look for a whole new “brand” of bowling in 2013!

The Scotiabank MS Walk is the largest national fundraising pro-gram for the MS Society of Can-ada. The annual fundraiser takes place in over 160 communities across Canada. It’s a family-ori-ented event that combines fund-raising with fun and community spirit. The Scotiabank MS Walk is unique in the world of spring fun-draisers because there is always a wheelchair accessible route - an important consideration especial-ly for individuals who have mul-tiple sclerosis.

This year the Kamloops Sco-tiabank MS Walk takes place on Sunday, May 6 starting and end-ing at Interior Savings Centre. Walkers can choose to follow one, two, five or ten km routes. All routes take walkers into Riv-erside Park and the five and ten km routes continue along the scenic South Thompson River through Pioneer Park with a turn-around at the Kamloops Yacht Club. Two rest stops are available for the five and ten km routes. Back at the finish area, walkers can enjoy snacks, lunch and re-freshments, music, family-friend-ly activities and great company!

Wheelchairs, scooters or stroll-ers are welcome! Last year near-ly 400 participants raised over $65,000 for the MS Society, Ka-mloops and Area Chapter.

For more information or to reg-ister for the event, people can visit mswalks.ca or call the Kamloops and Area Chapter 250 314 0773.

The money raised at this event is used locally to assist people liv-ing with MS and their families through programs and events in and around the Kamloops Area. As well, the Kamloops and Area Chapter strives to provide hope for tomorrow by working collec-tively with other Chapters across Canada to donate to research.

Multiple sclerosis is a chron-

ic, often disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. It is the most common neurological dis-ease of young adults in Canada. British Columbia has the third highest concentration of people with MS in Canada with an esti-mated 7,300 to 10,000 living with this neurological disease. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40, and the unpredictable effects of MS last for the rest of their lives. The MS Society provides services to people with MS and their fami-lies and funds research to find the cause and cure for this disease. Please visit mssociety.ca/kam-loops or call 250-314-0773 for more information.

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Bi-centenial themed fun

Cathy McLeod, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Na-tional Revenue and member of the Red Tape Reduction Com-mission, announced on April 17 in an address to the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce that it is now easier for businesses to get information they can count on from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Businesses, their employees or representatives can ask the new My Business Account Enquiries Service tax related questions, and CRA will answer them on-line and in writing within a giv-en time period.

“Our government made a com-mitment to reduce red tape for businesses. The new My Busi-ness Account Enquiries Service is just one way we have made it easier for businesses to interact with the CRA,” stated McLeod. “Simply put, this new service gives business owners the con-fidence that within a reasonable timeframe they will receive a clearly written answer that they can rely on.”

McLeod’s speech also touched on three other changes that the government is putting in place to make tax filing easier for businesses: reductions in some late filing penalties, a new on-line business landing page, and improved information slip fil-ing.

“Small businesses are a vital part of our local, provincial and national economies. Our gov-ernment will continue to cut red tape so that small businesses can focus on what they do best: growing their business, creat-ing jobs, and generating wealth in communities across Canada,” concluded McLeod.

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centennial commemorative his-tory.”

This is just some of the bi-centennial fun that you can look forward to this year here in Kamloops. Other things on the horizon include a cenotaph ceremony, a walking tour se-ries, heritage themed shows and

plays, a canoe rendezvous with Council and Tk’emlúps Council, Children’s History of Kamloops book and last but not least a bi-centennial themed Santa Claus Parade. Step back in time this year, it all starts with a trip to the museum!

Tanya Orozco, freelance

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On Saturday, July 7, one of Holly-wood’s biggest stars will touch down in Sun Peaks. Kevin Costner and Modern West will play a free outdoor concert in the picturesque mountain village of Sun Peaks.

Supporting acts will be revealed in May, but Sun Peaks officials are pleased to confirm local talent Mar-git Bull and Sweet Grass will start the show.

While free to the public, ticket details will be released in the coming weeks.

Costner’s connection to music spans a life-time and took root two decades ago as a rock band of close friends called Rov-ing Boy. As Costner’s acting career soared with films such as The Body-guard and Dances with Wolves, the mu-

sic quietly continued. But in 2005, with the urging of Kevin’s wife to reconnect with his music, the band Kevin Costner and Modern West emerged with influ-ences from a broad tapestry of Ameri-can music.

Kevin Costner and Modern West’s haunt-ingly beautiful new sin-gle, The Angels Came Down, will be one of many played at the mountain venue. The recording is featured on www.kevincost-nermodernwest.com

The concert launch-es a historic summer of events for Sun Peaks. Branded as Canada’s Alpine

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The Home Show that occurred on the weekend of April 13 to 15 at the McArthur Sports Complex brought in a large crowd with many interesting booths to check out. Pictured here is (Left) Peter Mutrie, manager of the North Shore Business Association sharing his love of the North Shore as well as (Above, L-R) Doris Dubois and Dodie Goldney of 2Dz Boutique with their furry friend.

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Shop local; create local jobs

To the editor:Much has been made of

the temporary jobs that will be generated in ex-change for the chance of polluting our air, water and environment by the Ajax mine.

I am definitely in fa-vour of job generation in Kamloops, but I recently came across a short vid-eo that does an excellent job of outlining a totally environmentally friendly way of creating as many or more jobs as the mine.

It goes something like this: if everyone who lives in our community makes the commitment to buy only ten percent of their goods and services from local businesses, it would put in circulation an additional $40 million which would generate $12 million in wages and would thus make possi-ble the hiring of 400 or so additional employees. And this would be indefi-nitely. Our community and our tax base would be strengthened making Kamloops a much more vibrant and resilient liv-ing environment.

Local economies have been undermined in the last few decades by inter-national trade deals, the arrival of big box stores, vertical integration of business and gradual loss of local manufacturing and small businesses. We can make our community stronger by just making this small commitment - think local first before making any purchases and making it a prior-ity to spend at least that ten percent with locally owned and operated busi-nesses.

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On April 18, a reception was held at Hotel 540 to honour the re-cipients of the City of Kamloops Distinguished Service Award. Harvey Fraser, Lynda MacKenzie, Acacia Schmietenknop and Ruth Williams were nominated by their peers for their contribution of time and effort to make a difference in our community.

Harvey Fraser traveled to BC in 1950 and arrived in Kamloops in 1955. Harvey was involved in the scouting movement through Scouts Canada, teaching canoe-ing skills and safety. For 15 years, Harvey taught canoeing at the slough at McArthur Island as part of the City of Kamloops Parks and Recreation program.

Harvey worked as a carpenter and helped to build landmarks in Kamloops, such as: the Over-lander Bridge, Woodwards Build-ing, Riverside Park Rose Garden, Pedestrian Overpass Bridge from Lansdowne to Lorne Street and the BC Tel Building on the Cor-ner of Third Avenue and St. Paul Street.

Being an avid canoeist and rac-er, Harvey spent a life dedicated to the sport. Over the years, he shared his passion with many oth-ers and even helped to create the Dick Hart Memorial Park in Hef-fley Creek. The Thompson River Paddle Sports Club’s annual Ka-mloops Canoe Race has been re-named to the Harvey Fraser Mara-thon Canoe Classic.

Harvey is truly an ambassador to the paddling community, and all who drop into his home are re-warded with friendliness and great stories.

Lynda MacKenzie has spent a great deal of her time volunteer-ing her time for the betterment of Kamloops. Lynda was the driving force for organizing and initiating the first Rotary Food Drive for the Kamloops Food Bank, and con-tinues to volunteer for this worthy cause every spring and fall.

Lynda is a Board of Directors member for the Kamloops Food Bank. Lynda is involved with or-ganizing and volunteering four times a year at PIT Stop at the Ka-mloops United Church.

Another organization that is close to Lynda’s heart is the Vari-ety Show of Hearts. Every Febru-ary Lynda not only volunteers at the event, but is actively involved with several fundraisers within the community to raise funds for this worthy cause.

For the past three years, Lynda has assisted with the planting and maintenance of five garden plots

at Crestline Gardens on behalf of Rotary Daybreak, where she is on the Board of Directors, where all of the produce is donated to the Kamloops Food Bank.

In addition to all of the other var-ious fundraising and volunteering that Lynda is involved in for our community, she also canvasses for the Heart and Stroke Foundation and participates in both the Walk for Memories and the Relay for Life.

Acacia Schmietenknop began volunteering and giving back to her community at a young age.

Acacia is a member of the Unit-ed Way Youth Club, first year board member for the Kamloops Community YM/YWCA and ac-tively volunteers in the Strong Kids Campaign and the Y Wom-en’s Shelter.

Acacia is the President of the Youth Community Assessment and Action Network (CAAN) where she is involved in planning and organizing safe, interactive activities for youth in Kamloops. Acacia is involved in the planning for events such as: Youth Aware-ness Day, Battle of the Bands and the Student Resource Manual which teaches students about bur-saries, scholarships and how those students can get involved in com-munity activities and organiza-tions.

Acacia is the Fundraising Chair for the Kamloops Fusion Rotaract, where she volunteers and organiz-es events such as: Basics for Ba-bies, Rotary Community Garden and Toys for Kids.

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Acacia Schmietenknop, President of the Youth Community Assessment and Action Network, began volunteering and giving back to her community at a young age.


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Programming for Students in Free Enterprises (SIFE) at Thompson Rivers University. The purpose of SIFE is to increase the standard of living and quality of life of the community by running different programs.

Ruth Williams has been a leader in the social and economic devel-opment for First Nations peoples in British Columbia for 30 years. Ruth has been involved in dozens of organizations over the years and has almost invariably assumed the leadership role.

Currently Ruth is a Board mem-ber of: the First Nations Health So-ciety, the President of Kamloops Native Housing Society, First Na-tions Market Housing Fund and Thompson River University.

Ruth has been a founding mem-ber and vice president of Round Lake Treatment Centre, found-ing member and president of the Kamloops Native Housing Soci-ety, founding member of the Lit-tle Hands of Friendship Daycare Centre, founding member of the Provincial Aboriginal Health Ad-

visory Council, founding member of the Aboriginal Education Ad-visory Board know known as the First Nations Educational Coun-cil, founding member of the Cen-tral Interior Ministry of Child and Family Services Advisory Board, founding member of the Mayor’s Task Force on Youth in Kam-loops and founding member of the City of Kamloops Race Relations Committee.

Ruth is presently the CEO of All Nations Trust Company and prior to being appointed Chief Execu-tive Officer, had been President since the company’s inception in 1984.

In 2011, Ruth was inducted into the Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame with the Canadian Council of Aboriginal Business. In 2010, Ruth received her Honorary Doc-torate with Thompson Rivers Uni-versity, and in 2009 Ruth received a Canadian Aboriginal Business Leadership Award.

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Peter Dawson, a native of the Okanagan Valley, will be in Ka-mloops in conjunction with the 28th annual Old Time Fiddle contest hosted by Branch #12 of the British Columbia Old Time Fiddlers’ Association. Peter, who now lives in Ottawa, ON, has been invited to come as the feature performer and will kick off the weekend at St. John Vi-anney Church Hall, 2826 Bank Road, with his show on Friday, May 4 at 7:30pm. The Old Time Fiddle competition will take place at the same location on Saturday May 5.

Peter, following in the foot-steps of his father and grandfa-ther, began playing fiddle when he was five years old. During the 1940’s, he played for dances and

radio shows in Kelowna, Ver-non and Penticton. In the 1950’s he joined several cross-Canada tours. By the mid-50’s he toured the Toronto/Hamilton night club circuit and appeared on several TV shows. He also played on the original recording of “The

French Song” by well known Canadian artist, Lucille Starr.

Later he toured the United States and Canada with numer-ous country and bluegrass bands and also appeared at the famous Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee.

For the show in Kamloops Pe-ter will be accompanied by Vic Ukrainetz and Art Boehm, both of Kelowna, on piano and bass.

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Fiddler Peter Dawson plays May 4th.

I stood on a stage in front of hundreds of people, holding three balloons in my hand. The red, white and blue balloons repre-sented my past. I am from the States and I was asking this group of Canadians to ad-mit me as a minister to the United Church.

As I shared my reasons why I wanted to become a “Canadian” minister, I slow-ly transferred the red balloon and then the white one from one hand to the other. When I went to the move the blue balloon, the ribbon slipped from my grasp and the balloon darted toward the ceiling, leaving me holding the red and white balloons. The musician for the event began playing “O Canada” and the crowd roared.

It was a fun moment and the result was a solid “yes” vote for my admittance. But I left that event realizing that I had missed the real message, and wishing more than anything that I could find a rewind button and go back to add one more remark to my presentation.

The release of the blue balloon, while it looked ac-cidental, was planned to show that I was transitioning from the United States to Canada. In that moment when

everyone laughed and thought it was an ac-cident, I should have said, “And the blue balloon represents what you have to let go of to move into a new way of being.” This was the message the gathered church need-ed to hear.

Life is always changing. These days those changes come faster and faster. Change almost always requires a letting go of something: rotary phones became touch pad phones became wireless phones be-came cell phones. In the midst of change there is one constant. The divine being

many of us name as God stands right in the centre of our holiday weekend. The cross reminds us that moving into a new way of being often requires great sacrifice.

Letting go of the blue balloon was easy on that stage, but moving from one country to another has been an interesting challenge. Embracing change is not always easy, but being the minister of a Canadian congregation on the North Shore of Kamloops has been well worth the sacrifice.

Reverend LeAnn Blackert is the minister at Mount Paul United Church (www.mtpauluc.ca).

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n Let’s Dance on May 5 at 8pm to 12am at the Ukrainian Hall, 725 York St. Music by Charisma.

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n Annual Miniature Airshow presented by Kamloops Model Airplane Society on May 26 and 27 from 10am to 4pm. FMI con-tact 250-434-9956 or [email protected].

n Flea Markets every Sunday until Sept. 30 in the Big-O parking lot, 160 Leigh Rd. New vendors welcome. FMI call 250-371-4620.

n Moose Lodge 1552, 730 Cottonwood Ave. open daily from 11am to 8pm, Fri. to 12am. Meat draws Fri. at 7pm and Sat. at 3pm. New members always welcome!

n 40th Kamloops International Baseball Tournament on July 12 to 15 at Norbrock Stadium. FMI contact Dean Padar at 250-376-5057.

n Darts every Thurs. from 7 to 9:30pm at Eagles Hall, 755 Tranquille Rd. FMI contact 250-376-4633 or 250-376-1311.

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n Westsyde Coffee House last Fri. of the month Sept. to May at Westsyde Fellowship Church, 2833 Westsyde Rd. Open mic and special guests. FMI call Wayne 250-318-8156.

n The Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place on the fourth Thursday of each month (Sept to May) from 7-9pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. 250-579-2078.

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YOur HOrOSCOpEARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Cultural activities will prove to be quite enlightening for everyone. Don’t let an incident at work play on your mind. Take positive action. Unreliable people will be negative about your ideas.TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) It’s a good time for long awaited re-lationships to begin. Let others know what your intentions are and be honest in your approach. If you’re already in a relationship, use this added energy passionately. Be precise in your communications to avoid any misunderstandings and arguments.GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your input into their activities will help bring you closer together. You need activity. Don’t exaggerate. I Don’t let siblings put pressure on you. CANCER (June 22-July 22) You might find that a coworker has been two faced. Your family needs to spend some time with you, too. You need to take a good look at all sides of an issue before making a deci-sion. You may have a problem at work with a female coworker.LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Avoid any intimate involvement’s with co-workers or employers. Dig deep to find out how costly a new venture will be before you sign on the dotted line. You can bet that situations will get out of hand if you allow others to interfere. Minor accidents may occur if you don’t concentrate on what you’re doing.VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Be cautious when dealing with cowork-ers. Don’t make large purchases unless you have discussed your choic-es with your mate. Your diplomacy will be of utmost importance this week. You will make new friends through physical activities. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Set a limit on the amount you’re willing to spend, and be sure to stick to it. Do not travel unless absolutely necessary. Be careful. New relationships could evolve through group activities. Try not to overreact to the loss.SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Try to keep your opinions to yourself. Dealing with in-laws or relatives will not be in your best interest. De-ception is evident around you. You are in a high cycle where travel, education, and creative endeavors are concerned. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Don’t be too quick to spend mon-ey. You need to enjoy the company of those who enjoy the same pas-times. Romance can develop; however, it will most probably be short-lived. Drastic changes regarding your personal attitude are evident. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) A little volleyball or other outdoor sports should be on your agenda. You can make financial gains through your unique and creative approach to business. You will be full of en-ergy and you need to find something constructive to do. Don’t be too quick to sign documents. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Home improvement projects will en-hance your residence and bring the family closer together. You can dazzle members of the opposite sex with your quick wit and aggres-sive charm. You need to reevaluate your situation. New romantic part-ners will evolve through group endeavors; however, the association may not be likely to last. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Use your charm, but don’t be phony. Un-certain get rich quick schemes will not be as lucrative as you antici-pate. Don’t let coworkers interfere with your objectives. Do things that involve children.

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