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It has been six months since Kamloops Cariboo Regional Immigrant Society moved to their new home at 448 Tranquille Road. The Society has a staff of 11 people who serve immigrants, new Canadians, refugees and refugee status people. These are people who have moved to the area or are currently exploring if they can make a living in Kamloops. The goal of the agency is to assist clients, who come from countries all over the globe, to overcome barriers and establish quickly when settling. Many people from the commu-nity also volunteer their time and services to the agency.

Traditionally the society has relied on renting or leasing a location for their operations. The purchase of the former ANAVETS building fol-lowed discussion around how the agency could move further forward.

The new space has proven a good fit for the agency’s needs. The location is more convenient for clients and visitors accessing their services and parking is not a challenge.

Kamloops Cariboo Regional Immigrant Society is looking to establish their new North Shore location for not only the services they provide but also to create a community atmo-sphere within the building and community itself. Downstairs they have a fairly large community room. The board will be looking at approving a renovation process that will see adjustments to the electrical, modifications to the lighting and establishing digital access. Upon these upgrades it will be a very positive environment for com-munity groups and will accommodate the added system demands of events taking place in the space. The intent is to offer an open meeting space for activities that foster culture.

As a registered charity, the Society is looking at launching a strong public fundraising campaign

in the spring to bring these projects to fruition. Individuals and businesses that wish to contrib-ute will be able to attend the office or go to the KIS website, immigrantservices.ca, in about a month where donations will be processed quick-ly and easily. Receipts will be issued for provid-ing any amount over $20. Those who demon-strate commitment and connection to the Society with a donation of $1000 or more are acknowl-

edged as a community partner with commemo-rative brick plaques prominently displayed in the reception area.

The Society’s functional approach includes partnering with other local agencies that offer complimentary support services and resourc-es. Recent agreements have been made with the Friendship Centre to conduct a program

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Realizing a community of diversity and supporton Welcoming Communities and a Women’s Enterprise workshop along with Community Futures is to be offered in the coming year.

The death rate in Canada is higher than the birth rate and so economi-cally speaking this quickly trans-lates to businesses currently operat-ing here running out of employees. When this drain takes place, the business is taken elsewhere and often ghost towns are the unfor-tunate result. To prevent this, one of the solutions is to bring foreign workers into the country to fill these positions.

The public often hears differ-

ent sides of this story. Sometimes immigrants are referred to as a cost. “I’ve heard people say, “Make sure they are trained before they come. Make sure they can speak the lan-guage.” The fact of the matter is, these expectations are unrealistic,” says Paul Lagace, executive direc-tor of Kamloops Cariboo Regional Immigrant Society. “Immigrants are people,” Paul continues. “They are coming from a place where they were finding it difficult to live.”

About 15 percent of the work-force in Kamloops comes from another country. one of the ways the Society is working to over-come inaccuracies and resistance is

by educating and sharing informa-tion about new Canadians in very accessible ways. Through gaming funds, the Society has established the framework for a diversity web-page on the agency website. This will be a valuable resource tool for employers looking for to support their workforce or to market their business appropriately to different groups.

“It isn’t about rolling out the red carpet,” Paul reminds. “It’s about the little things. It can be the small-est thing that promotes a feeling of acceptance and welcoming envi-ronment. For example, when a person from Africa or Bangladesh

walks into a business and spots a picture hanging on the wall that reflects multiple cultures, they are going to feel a little bit more accept-ed. These are the actions we want to try to encourage.”

If your journey has brought you to Kamloops and you want to make Canada your permanent home or if you have not had an opportunity to meet new people and learn about our community, give the Society a call at 778-470-6101 or email them at [email protected]. You can also drop by the office from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Jody Tippett

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The honorable Terry Lake, Minister of Environment and MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson, announced last Friday that Kamloops has been awarded the rights to host the 2018 BC Winter Games.

“I commend the BC Games Society for award-ing the 2018 BC Winter Games to Kamloops,” said Lake. “This is a city that really knows how to host events, and I know the people of Kamloops will come together and do a wonder-ful job in 2018, just as they did in 1979 when they hosted the very first BC Winter Games. Congratulations Kamloops!”

“Kamloops is a city with the people, passion, commitment, and experience to do a wonder-ful job hosting the BC Games,” said Kevin Krueger, MLA for Kamloops-South Thompson. “The Games are a fantastic opportunity for any community, and I am confident that Kamloops will do an outstanding job in 2018.”

As Canada’s Tournament Capital, Kamloops is highly regarded as a superb event host with considerable experience with hosting multi-sport Games including the 1993 Canada Games, 2011 Western Canada Games, and two previous BC Games.

“When Kamloops hosted the first ever BC Winter Games, it inspired us as a community to take our first steps down the road to becoming Canada’s Tournament Capital. Since then, our facilities have come a long way and this event will give us the opportunity to showcase them,”

said Kamloops Mayor, Peter Milobar.The BC Winter Games are an important

developmental milestone for B.C.’s emerging high performance athletes. over 2100 athletes, coaches, and officials will participate in approx-

imately 18 sports, February 22-25, 2018. The Games will be organized and staged by a com-munity Board of Directors and 2000 volunteers.

For information about the BC Games Society and the bid process visit www.bcgames.org.

Kamloops selected to host the 2018 BC Winter Games

Young Kamloops curlers celebrate the announcement with Terry Lake (centre). From left are Corryn Brown, Erin Pincott, Samantha Fisher and Sydney Fraser.

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Love in the Loops

In preparation for February, the month of love, our crackerjack, roving Echo reporter caught a cute couple out for lunch. Noshing at Mervo’s Coffee Shop was Florence Amundson and her new beau Luc Paradis and the sparks were flying as our camera caught their chemistry. It must be love because they even ordered the same menu item – a pair of double cheeseburgers!

Free estate-planning seminar

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The TNRD Library System’s North Kamloops Library is host-ing a free seminar about estate planning by lawyer Kerri Priddle from local law firm Chahal Priddle on Wednesday, February 6, starting at 7 p.m.

Priddle’s seminar is titled The Three Estate

Planning Documents You Cannot Live Without — Power of Attorney, Representation Agreement and Last Will and Testament.

According to Priddle, most people only think about their will as a nec-essary document when it comes to estate planning,

but power of attorney and the representation agree-ment are likely to be far more important to protect them, their loved ones and their assets.

The event is free, but seating is limited, so par-ticipants are urged to con-tact the library to reserve a spot.

A free information meeting for all girls interested in being involved with a girls only robotics program at BIG Little Science Centre, 985 Holt Street, will be held on Tuesday, February 5 from 3:15pm to 4:15pm.

At the meeting, discuss what type of robotics program to create for girls ages 10 and up. have a chance to try out the robotics kits and really get a feel for how it all works.

For more information or if you are not available, but are interested, contact Gord at BIG Little Science Centre by calling 250-554-2572.


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soccer registration deadline approachingParents of children

wishing to be guaranteed a place on a Kamloops Youth Soccer Association (KYSA) house league team in the 2013 season and avoid paying a late registration penalty have until Saturday, February 2 to register.

After February 2, a $25 late registration fee is added to this year’s enroll-ment fees and the associa-tion will not guarantee that requests to play on specific teams will be fulfilled.

“Youth” players (U11 to U18) who register by the deadline will pay $195 per player, while “Mini-Soccer” players (U5 to U10) are charged $175 for the season.

Parents can register their children on-line through the KYSA’s web site at

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To accommodate indi-viduals who require help registering and cannot get to the KYSA office during normal business hours, the organization is extending

its hours. The KYSA office will be open Tuesday, January 29 from 9:00am to 4:00pm, January 30 to February 1 from 9:00am to 8:00pm, and February 2 from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

The 2013 youth soccer season is expected to kick-

off in mid-April.Last season, the KYSA

registered 3300 players in their house leagues while just over 300 play-ers were selected to play for its Rep teams in the Thompson-okanagan Youth Soccer League.

“First-time home buyers can face additional expenses such as legal fees, land transfer taxes and other costs involved in buying a family home. To help make this dream a reality, our Government created the First-Time home Buyers’ Tax Credit to support families as they make the leap into home ownership,” said Cathy McLeod, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue.

If you or your spouse or common-law partner bought your first home this year, you can claim an amount of $5,000 on your income tax and benefit

return. The amount only applies if you did not live in another home owned by you or your spouse or common-law partner in the year of acquisition or in any of the four preceding years.

Equally important, if you or a per-son related to you is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you can claim the credit even if you are not a first-time home buyer as long as you are purchasing a house that is more acces-sible or better suited to the needs of the person with a disability.

For more information, visit cra.gc.ca/myhome.

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Local author Katie Welch takes readers on a spiritual and envi-ronmental journey in her debut novel, The Bears, published by CreateSpace.

The Bears is a fic-tional tale set in British Columbia following a terrible oil spill due to a ruptured pipeline. The ensuing environmen-tal disaster provides an immediate crisis for an activist, arctic researcher and a young idealist. They converge on the embattled com-munity at the heart of the crisis and their pas-sionate attempts to save the bears that they love will forge their beliefs in lasting and profound ways. In a race against time, this passionate and spiritual journey leads them on a path that forever cements in their hearts a new morality for an anthro-pocentric planet.

This is a dramatic and fulfilling story that keeps readers mentally and spiritually engaged until the very end.

Written with a pro-found respect for nature and the spirituality that it possesses, The Bears offers a rare touch to readers’ souls as well as their hearts. The tale takes on tough environ-

mental issues that face the world today and relates them to the noble and spiritual journeys of nature’s inhabitants. Broaching themes of environmental moral-ity, innovative spiritu-ality, and forgiveness, this wonderful novel by Katie Welch possesses a message that is deeper and more fulfilling than most.

Katie’s book is now available at Bookland, 750 Fortune Drive and on Friday, February 8, from 1:00pm to

3:00pm, she will be on location for a book signing.

The novel will take you on a unique and spiritual route to address the morality and concerns in human-ity’s multiple threats to nature. It asserts that each animal has their own spiritual beliefs. The bears’ mythologi-cal stories, beliefs, and backgrounds are mixed in with the human plot and are integral to the story’s growth and development.

The novel creates a stunning adventure that will appeal to all readers who care about envi-ronmental issues and even those who have a passing interest in the natural world. Follow this adventurous jour-ney of those who will stop at nothing to save the bears that they love.

For more informa-tion visit writerka-tiewelch.com or face-book.com/TheBears-ByKatieWelch. A digital version will be available online soon at amazon.ca

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The Bears is a wonderful environmental story by local author Katie Welch about a journey of passionate attempts to save the bears following an oil spill. The cover of the novel features a painting by Dylan Stinson.

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The Kamloops Youth Soccer Association (KYSA), working in conjunction with the Kamloops Soccer Referees Association (KSRA), has scheduled four clinics in February, March and April targeted at young-sters who wish to pursue a future in refereeing.

There are two “Entry Level” Referee’s Clinics that are scheduled for referees who have been officiating small-sided games for a while, or any individuals wanting to enter the referee stream for the first time who are at least 14 years of age.

The Entry Level clinics are scheduled for

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, February 15,16 and 17 and March 8, 9 and 10. Potential regis-trants have to attend one clinic or the other, not both, to qualify to officiate in youth matches and to act as assistant referees in adult games.

The registration fee is $125 per person. However, the KYSA will provide a $50 subsi-dy to any “graduates” who referee a minimum of ten youth matches during one season.

Anyone interested in registering for one of the two Entry Level clinics must go to the BC Soccer web site to sign up (bcsoccer.net).

The KYSA/KSRA are also holding two

“Small-Sided” referee clinics on April 6 and 13. however, both clinics filled up quickly and there is now a waiting list to attend the clinics. Small-sided referees can officiate mini-soccer games in the U8, U9 and U10 divisions.

Anyone wishing more information on the Small-Sided Clinics can contact the KYSA office at 250-376-0990 or at [email protected].

Those people wishing more details on the Entry Level clinics can visit the KSRA web site at www.ksra.ca or contact KSRA Secretary Neil Farber at [email protected].

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Sun Peaks honoured as #2 in all of Canada

Among the ‘Ten Best Ski Destinations’ in Canada, Sun Peaks was named as number two, only behind the Whistler/Black Comb behemoth in Canadian Living Magazine.

The ranking was based on a combination of factors including exten-sive terrain with mul-tiple opportunities for all skill levels. In addition to alpine skiing, Nordic skiing and non-skiing activities like snow-shoeing, dog sledding and even snowmobil-ing helped to boost Sun Peaks’ ratings.

Christopher Nicolson, president of Tourism Sun Peaks, explains, “Massive ski terrain and plentiful dry snow are two critical assets to Sun Peaks’ reputation. But the quality and con-venience of the ski-in ski-out village, diversity of shops and restaurants, and genuine friendli-ness of the locals are often unexpected by our guests.”

Sun Peaks also announced that regis-tration is open for the Second Annual Bluebird Banked Slalom race, which takes place on February 17. The resort spent consider-able resources over the summer improving the grounds in the “hully Gully” so that the race-course can make use of the natural banked ter-rain and features.

Seth Worthen, slopes manager for Sun Peaks says, “We’ve cleared out the Cahilty gully (one part of hully Gully), which is really a natural, banked half pipe. The course will have great flow and will stand with the best banked slalom courses out there.”

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New assistant coach for StormTodd Rasmussen has agreed to step in as Kamloops Storm’s assistant

coach for the balance of the season. Todd is a KIJhL alumni having played for the Grand Forks Border Bruins. Todd had his first taste of coaching at the Junior level recently when the team had one win and one loss. Todd will be working with the defense for the Storm.

Free yoga sessionThe TNRD Library System’s North Kamloops Library is hosting a

free yoga session with Carrie from the Yoga Loft on Saturday, February 2 from 11 a.m. to noon.

The session, which is open to teens and adults, will take place in the library’s multipurpose room and participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats or beach towels. There will also be a sign-up sheet for pre-registration at the North Kamloops Library.

According to the Yoga Loft’s website, yoga has much to offer and can be a “powerful vehicle for exploring our inner landscape and for developing an inquisitive understanding of who we are, how we show up in life and what we want our lives to feel like. Body, mind, heart and breath set the stage for transformation.”

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time running out for owner of watch In early September of 2012, a Kamloops resident attended the front

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To date, no one has reported the watch as stolen or missing and no enquiries have been made with police regarding the property. The watch will soon be forfeited for disposition by way of public auction and the Kamloops RCMP would like to reunite this apparent heirloom with the rightful owner. Anyone claiming ownership of the watch will be asked to provide police with the words inscribed on the back of the time piece.

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n Community Dinner at the North Shore Community Centre on Jan. 29 at 5pm. Buffet dinner and live entertainment. Tickets at front desk, 730 Cottonwood Ave. FMI call 250-376-4777.

n Jo Wyers’ GREEN with fea-ture artists to Feb. 7 at the Wilson House Gallery, 115 Tranquille Rd. Gallery hours: Mon. to Fri. from 1:30 to 5pm.

n The Importance of Being Earnest to Feb. 2 at the Sagebrush Theatre. For tickets call Kamloops Live! Box Office at 250-374-5483 or online at www.kamloopslive.ca. n Fanaticus and Alamagokus on Feb. 1 at 9pm at Bailey’s Pub, 1050 8th St. Tickets at the door.

n BIG Little Science Centre, 985 Holt St. Feb. 2: Light and Colour Show at 11am and 1:30pm. Discover what happens when you split light into parts and then put it back together again! FMI contact 250-554-2572.

n Kamloops Storm vs Princeton at McArthur Park Arena Feb. 2 at 7pm. FMI call 250.828.3602.

n International Days at TRU from Feb. 4 to 8. Keynote speaker Colin Angus, guest scholars from around the world, workshops, art works, musical performances, international films, food fair and an international Showcase! All events are free and all welcome. FMI visit www.tru.ca/internationaldays.

n Valentine Luncheon for all Royal Inland hospital Retirees on Feb. 8 from 11:30am to 1pm at ABC Country Restaurant, 1835 Rogers Way. RSVP by Feb. 4. Call Marnie at 250-828-2724.n Theatre Sports for Kids with Vance Schneider on Feb. 9 from 9am to 12pm at Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. Course #204024. Ages 8+. To register contact 250-828-3500 or at www.kamloops.ca/ezreg. n Excelsior Rebekah Lodge #23 - Introduction of new officers for 2013 at 7pm and Slate for General Meeting at 7:30pm on Feb. 12. General Meeting on Feb. 26 at 7:30pm at 423 Tranquille Rd.

n Love Letters on Feb. 13 to 16 at the Stage house Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. 2pm matinees daily and 7:30pm each evening. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483.

n Entry Level Referee Clinics on Feb. 15 to 17 and Mar. 8 to 10 for ages 14 and up. To sign up visit: www.bcsoccer.net.

n Small-sided Referee Clinics on April 6 and 13. FMI or to sign up contact KYSA office at 250-376-0990 or visit: www.ksra.ca.n Did you know? Most people speak at a rate of 120 words per minute, or two words a second. Those fast talking guys rushing off the terms and conditions at the end of radio ads talk at about 300 words per minute. The world record for fastest talking is more than 600 words per minute, slight-ly more than 10 words per second. n Badminton at OLPH Gym every Tues. at 7pm. 235 Poplar St. Small fee. FMI contact Robert at 250-579-0193.

n Moose Lodge 1552, 730 Cottonwood Ave. open daily at 11am. Meat draws Fri. at 7pm and Sat. at 3pm. New members welcome!n North Shore Central Community Association meets at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum, on the first Tuesday of the month. FMI: 250-554-9949.n Mount Paul United Church Thrift Shop open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 3pm at 140 Laburnum St. FMI contact 250-376-2261.n CN Railroaders Crib night meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7pm at the Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. Admission $1, includes tea, coffee and goodies. Everyone is welcome.n Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group invites people who have suffered a stroke and their caregiv-ers to their meetings the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursday of the month from 10:30am-1pm, for various activities and field trips. FMI call 250-320-1348.

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AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Don’t trust coworkers with important or personal information. Money problems will be difficult to deal with if you have a partner. Your diplomatic approach and rather outgoing nature will enhance your reputation and bring you the support you need. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Make amends if you can. Don’t overspend on friends or children. Visit those less fortunate than your self; be sure to help them with their personal problems. You’ll meet new friends.ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) If you can get away for a vacation, do so. Be prepared to jump quickly if you wish to stay in the forefront of your industry this week. You may be somewhat emotional concerning a rather private matter.TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Need some adventure in your life? Exotic destinations beckon you. You need some excitement in your life, and meeting new people in exotic destinations will certainly satisfy your de-sires. opportunities to travel will be favorable in terms of moneymaking connections. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Take a second look; difficulties with appli-ances, water, or electricity in your home may be evident. You are able to make changes in your home that will be favorable to all involved. op-portunities to get ahead are evident. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Look into any educational activities in-volving the whole family. Finish those changes you’ve been talking about making to your residence. You can help other people with their financial problems by setting up a budget for them. hard work will payoff.LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Be fair, not colorful. Try to do your job and then leave. It might be time to do some of those chores at home. You have the stamina and determination to succeed. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) You must steer clear of overindulgent indi-viduals. Invite friends over rather than spending money on lavish enter-tainment. You could be emotional if you didn’t take care of problems with loved ones.LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) You’ll find it easy to charm members of the opposite sex this week. Don’t let others saddle you with guilt that isn’t warranted. You may have problems with children. You’re undergoing changes. Take extra special care of your luggage if you are traveling. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Luck is with you, regardless of the finan-cial venture. You may not be as well received in group endeavors if you try to force your will on others. Colleagues will be more help than you anticipated. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Talk to employers in order to pro-mote your career objectives. Try not to at tempt to do something unless you are fully intent on following through with the plans. Don’t be too eager to start any debates.CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Don’t even bother trying to get their ap-proval on the things you want to do. Make a point of working on yourself. Don’t put your professional reputation on the line. Travel should open doors that lead to exciting new adventures.

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