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A new concept is sweeping Canada, including kamloops, taking the traditional ‘fundraiser’ model and making it benefit the community, sponsors and local artists. timeraiser is Canada’s premier volunteer matching event with the goal of making it simple to find relevant and meaningful opportunities that fit busy lifestyles. social fire Consulting and Volunteer kamloops have partnered to stage a unique event to make it easier for people to get involved in our community.

The first Kamloops Timeraiser is an independently run event that is part volunteer fair, part silent art auction and part night on the town. throughout the evening, at-tendees meet with different agen-cies where their skills are matched to the needs of local non-profits. representatives from over 20 dif-ferent charitable agencies have plans to attend the event. once a match is made, the individual be-comes eligible to bid on artwork in an auction. the big twist is rather than bid money, you bid volunteer hours. After tallying the results, the emcee will announce and display the names of all the auction win-ners. winning bidders have a year to complete their volunteer hours and in that time, the art is on dis-play at corporate sponsor’s of-fices. Once the volunteer pledge

has been completed, the winner is able to take the artwork home as a reminder of their good will. timeraiser volunteers, especially those who win art, are encouraged to spread their hours among sev-eral agencies throughout the year.

kamloops timeraiser will show-case the incredible artwork of over 10 local, emerging artists on wednesday, June 20 from 7:00pm - 10:00pm. Cactus Jacks saloon nightclub, 135 fifth Avenue will be the site of this exciting, new

event. After the auction ends, the celebration continues with live en-tertainment featuring kira from the local band earthbound. Proper id is required and light snacks will be served.

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Timeraiser is part volunteer fair, part silent art auction and part night on the town. To be eligible to bid on artwork, an individual’s skillset is matched with the needs of local non-profits and the artwork is auctioned off using volunteer hours not money.

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bC Hydro has developed a draft plan to meet provincial electric-ity demand forecasted to grow by 50 per cent over the next 20 years as a result of economic expansion and population growth. the inte-grated resource Plan looks at the most cost-effective mix of conser-vation, generation and transmission resources to ensure customers con-tinue to enjoy clean, safe and reli-able electricity at affordable prices.

recommendations in the draft plan include conserving more elec-tricity through voluntary programs, incentives, codes and standards –increasing the energy savings tar-get to 9,800 gigawatt hours per year (the equivalent of close to 891,000 homes).

More power generation, includ-ing the site C dam currently in the environmental and regulatory re-view stage, and reinvesting in ex-isting infrastructure – for example, adding a sixth generating unit at revelstoke and buying more elec-tricity from clean energy producers, including wind and run-of-river.

Given the long lead time nec-essary to plan and construct new

power infrastructure, bC Hydro has to look well into the future. fif-ty years ago, that meant having the foresight to build large hydro gen-erating facilities to meet the energy needs of baby boomers’ growing families and the province’s forest-ry-driven economy.

today, bC Hydro energy planners use sophisticated modelling tech-niques to calculate customers’ fu-ture needs, taking into account ev-erything from economic forecasts to population projections. Having electricity ready when it’s needed

is essential to supporting new eco-nomic development– whether it’s new homes, new mines, the high-tech industry or natural gas compa-nies looking to hook up to our clean electricity grid.

in 2011, bC Hydro conducted province-wide consultation to gath-er input into development of the in-tegrated resource Plan, and from now until July 6, bC Hydro is ask-ing for public feedback on the draft plan. A separate consultation pro-cess for first nations is also under-way, involving regional workshops

this summer.if you want to get involved read

the draft plan and integrated re-source Plan discussion guide at www.bchydro.com/irp. Provide feedback through an online feed-back form. register for a hosted webinar on June 25 and 26 and at-tend an open house scheduled in Vancouver at sfu Harbour Centre, June 12, 6:00pm-9:00pm. feed-back received through the consulta-tion process will help shape the fi-nal integrated resource Plan to be completed by the end of 2012.

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registration is required in advance of the event. tickets are $20 and can be purchased on-line at http://kamloops.timeraiser.ca. it’s likely the tickets will sell out before the night of the timeraiser so it’s best to buy them early as there is a maximum capacity. Any remaining tickets will be available at the door. when you check in at the registration desk on the night of the event, your personalized welcome kit will be waiting for you.

september kuromi of social fire Consulting and coordinator of kamloops timeraiser said, “All attendees are encouraged to try out volun-teering and this event is meant to be a relaxed

way to learn about the opportunities in kam-loops.” september said she was pleased with the financial response and said that all the art-work was purchased with sponsorship money – a substantial injection of business into the lo-cal artist community. she said, “ i want to give a big thank you the amazing local sponsors that have helped us pay ‘market value’ for this incredible artwork. their donation is support-ing creative people in our community.” Local businesses that made this event possible are nri distribution inc, Les Consenheim – ray-mond James, Andrina benazic CA, kamloops this week, CifM, studi09 Creative services, the echo, Musings & Mud Coaching stu-

dio, domtar, io secure and rotary daybreak. they are still opportunities to be a corporate sponsor to facilitate the purchase of more art and becoming a supporter of this great event. employees of sponsor companies get to attend for free – so if this sounds like something your office would love to partake in, get your com-pany to become a sponsor.

there will be opportunities from all different sectors and the hope of timeraiser is that peo-ple will have a really positive volunteer experi-ence and continue to volunteer even after their pledge period.

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KAG Director receives Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medalkamloops Art Gallery (kAG) executive director,

Jann L.M. bailey along with museum professionals from across Canada, has been awarded the Queen’s diamond Jubilee Medal.

the Canadian Museums Association (CMA) hon-oured 37 of its members with the presentation of the Queen elizabeth ii diamond Jubilee Medal. Awarded to Canadians who have made significant contribu-tions, the medals were presented during the CMA’s 65th national Conference. the CMA was chosen as one of the few non-governmental organizations invited to recommend these limited number of com-memorative medals.

in their presentation to Governor General of Canada, david Johnston who oversaw the approval process, the CMA acknowledged dr. Jann bailey, fCMA, for her enthusiasm and lifelong conviction that art and culture add to the quality of life and her leadership during her Presidencies of the Canadian Museums Association and the Canadian Art Museum’s director’s organization.

this new commemorative medal, which is to “hon-our significant contributions and achievements by Canadians, was created to mark the international cele-brations throughout 2012 of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen elizabeth ii accession to the throne.

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Connecting the dots to a global eventConnecting the dots

brings together the interna-tional transart Collective and kamloops artists in a myriad of events, exhibi-tions, lectures and work-shops. A truly global event, bringing artworks, and some transart alum-ni from across north America and countries diverse as iceland, Japan, Austria, Germany, egypt

and the Philippines, to converge in kamloops for a series of workshops and exhibitions.

Coordinated by kamloops artist tricia sellmer, member of the transarts Collective, Connecting the dots grew in a very organic way, as sellmer initiated collaborations or conver-sations between artists

who she perceived had complementary areas of fascination and methods of working. Connecting the dots presents art-works in contemporary forms including video, installation, painting, printmaking, sound art, photography, digital media, basketry, perfor-mance, and sculpture.

events will be held at thompson rivers university Art Gallery, old Main building’ Arnica Artist run Centre, old Courthouse, 7 west seymour street, kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria street and kamloops Printmakers’ studio 102b-925 McMaster way.

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the kamloops bid Committee for the 2015 Pan Am Junior track and field Championships were pleased with the strength of their bid pre-sentation, made to Athletics Can-ada last week in ottawa. while edmonton was awarded the event, Athletics Canada, recognizing the strength of the kamloops bid and the desire to host, instead asked the kamloops Committee to host the 2014 under 23 north Ameri-ca, Central America and Caribbean (nACAC) Championships. this is an equally significant international track and field event, governed by

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two athletes per country per event could attend this event. the esti-mate is that approximately 500 ath-letes, coaches and team staff would attend the nACAC u23 Champi-onships.

“we are excited to get the chance to work with Athletics Canada and showcase kamloops to the nA-CAC Athletics and look forward to a fantastic event in 2014,” said by-ron McCorkell, Parks, recreation and Cultural services director for the City of kamloops.

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“the kamloops track and field Club is excited to host this event as it will be the second high-level iAAf sanctioned event in kamloops. the athletes involved are usually pre-paring for a world Championships or olympic Games,” commented Judy Armstrong, President of kam-loops track and field Club.

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the kamloops Chapter of the bC sustainable energy Association (bCseA), in partnership with bC Hydro Power smart and the kamloops Home Hardware building Centre, is thrilled to launch the solar Laundry Project! they’re encouraging folks to “Put a little sun-shine in your shorts” by rethinking laundry drying habits. the main initiative of the project is a give-away of 12 free clotheslines every week for 8 weeks, starting June 9. You can visit www.bcsea.org/kamloops and enter online to win your free clothesline, an $85 value!

why are they doing this, you might ask? because they think it makes good sense! electric clothes dryers are the most energy-intensive of any household appliance – and it’s often unnecessary to use them, especially in bC’s southern interior. kamloops naturally enjoys perfect drying weather, and using a clothesline can allow residents to reduce their annual energy bills by $50 – and that’s based on hanging clothes outside only half the time! sun drying your clothes reduces wear and tear on them, naturally disinfects them, and eliminates the need to go near the dreaded lint filter! You’ll also get that “fresh breeze” scent as a thank you bonus, direct from Mother nature – no chemicals required.

to kick-start the solar Laundry Project, the City of kamloops has joined countless other conservation-minded municipalities around the world in proclaiming June 2 to 8 as international Clothesline week. the project fits perfectly with the intent of the City’s sustainability Plan which commits the City to encouraging and facilitating the increased use of clean, alternative energy sources in kamloops, in order to reduce community energy use 20 percent by 2020, compared to 2010 levels.

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• Porcini mushroom pasta• Spinach pasta

• Whole wheat egg noodle• Red hot pasta

(red pepper pasta)• Squid ink pasta• Red wine pasta

“Pasta cooks in 3 minutes so you can use the other 7 minutes for yoga stretching!”

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Intuitive Healing - Michele Gieselman offers Massage, Cranial Sacral, Intuitive Readings, Meditation, Workshops & Shamanic Healing. Gift certificates available. www. intuitivehealer.ca | 250.851.0966 | 231 Victoria St.

Melanie Roberts, RMT is pleased to announce theopening of Maximum Health Massage Therapy 6 - 665 Tranquille Rd. • 778-470-5758or book appts. at www.maxhealthmassage.com

DYNAMIC Massage Works with Brittanya Beddington Holistic Wellness or Stone Therapy Massage Foot or Back Scrub with Massage E: [email protected] P: 250-320-0475

THE FOCUS IS ON SUCCESSFUL AGING!Discover all natural, non-invasive facials for successful aging.KamloopsEsthetics.com Healthy skin is beautiful skin!301-141 Victoria Street (above Bikini Bills) • 250.828-0909

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exercise your brain by Knitting!Knitting is therapeutic, relaxing and self-satisfying.Donna’s yarn & crafts 250-376-3381 • Fortune shopping centre

exercise your brain by Knitting!Knitting is therapeutic, relaxing and self-satisfying.Donna’s yarn & crafts 250-376-3381 • Fortune shopping centre

Registered Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher Craniosacral Therapy • Visceral & Myofascial release • Osteopathic Techniques. Private & semi private yoga sessions. Gift certificates.Darlene Fair: 405-153 Seymour Street • 250-318-6300

Paul Laviolette, HHP, CCP, RCRT Roots Therapeutic Pain Management Centre, Trigger Point Table and Chair Massage, Advanced Reflexology. 316-141 Victoria St. • 250-319-7292 • www.triggerpointtherapy.ca

Roots Therapeutic Pain Management Centre Fully equipped treatment room for rent by day, week or month. 316-141 Victoria St. • 250-319-7292 • www.triggerpointtherapy.ca

ROOM FOR RENTMore and more people are seeking safe natural alternatives for their health care.

Let Echo readers know how your business or service can help them! Advertise in the Echo’s Natural Health Directory for as little as $25 a month.

Call Cristina or Heather at 250-374-3246 for more information.

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Esther Shalev-Gerz, WHITE-OUT: Between Telling and Listening, 2002, installation view, Jeu de Paume, Paris 2010. Photo: Arno Gisinger

WHITE-OUTBetween Telling and Listening

March 24 to June 16, 2012

Esther Shalev-Gerz

Supported by the Consulate General of France in Vancouver

kamloops first forum on Men’s Health will be held at Henry Grube educational Centre, 245 kitchener Crescent.

the first of two meetings open to the public, is scheduled for June 14 from 9:00am until 12:00pm. this will provide an overview of the current state of men’s health and mental health followed by a presentation given by James thompson from tru school of nursing.

this first session, “Any Mother’s son will do” aims to acknowledge the differences of genders for men’s health in a talk geared towards professionals wanting to incorporate “inten-tionality” into their practice. the presentation will cover where men can seek help, why acting like a ‘man’ puts men at risk for negative health outcomes and how men’s issues are related to the feminist movement.

the morning discussion will close by looking at future local directions for improving men’s health for the benefit of men as

well as women.the general public are encour-

aged to attend and provide input during a Public forum & Panel discussion on Men’s Health, Mental Health and fathers on June 13 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Panellists will include Matt McLean of Ask wellness, doug knowles from tru’s MeCA program, Chris Hunt, a Mental Health Clinician and Jeff Conners, ubCo student.

those interested can drop in and find answers to questions such as why men die four years earlier than women, are three times more likely to commit suicide, lead in 14 of the 15 primary causes of death and make up for 95 percent of workplace deaths. Coordinator, Jeff Connors noted, “Men’s health often falls upon women.”

bring your questions and con-cerns regarding men’s issues and find out how to support your grandfathers, fathers, brothers, sons and partners. Questions and confirmations can be emailed to [email protected]

men’s health public forum


100 - 321 Nicola Street 250.374.7226

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Big BiKe, Big Hearts

Especially for Big Bike Riders, the Heart and Stroke Big Bike is a fun and inspiring team building ride on a one-of-a-kind bike built for 30 that raises funds towards life saving research for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.Pictured (top, L-R) from BCLC Finance are Jerry Han, Rod Osborne, Tim Lindsay and Devon Marshall.Bottom: The team from Morelli Chertkow LLP prepare for their tour through downtown Kamloops on The Big Bike.

a new goal for iccha/Wish Fund

saturday, June 16 marks the date of the 3rd Annual iccha/wish fundraiser dinner at the ukrainian Hall, 725 York Avenue. the eve-ning will begin with Cocktails at 6pm, followed by dinner, provided by flavours of india, entertain-ment, an auction, and door prizes.

founded in 2007, the iccha/wish fund is a community initia-tive started by founder, Al Patel of scott’s inn and restaurant. the iccha/wish fund has fund-raised over $212,000 for royal inland Hospital foundation. iccha means “wish” in many lan-guages of india. “when someone is sick in the hospital, we wish them well but that is not good enough… we have to do more! A wish for a healthy community can come true by businesses and individuals giving back for the benefit of all who rely on royal inland Hospital,” said Patel.

for more information, to pre-order tickets or to volunteer please contact Al Patel at 250-319-2074, or royal inland Hospital foundation at 250-314-2325 ext. 4.


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n “Gifts for Weddings” June 1 to 30 at the old Courthouse Gallery, 7 west seymour street. A varied selection of quality art and craft by local artists. open 10 to 5, tues to fri, 10 to 4, sat. free parking, no Hst, handicap accessible.

n The Art We Are, 246 Victoria st. 250-828-7998. Lunchtime Live every friday from 12 to 1pm. June 8, Matt stanley and the decoys 8pm, June 12, John koyama, 8pm, June 13, Poetry slam 8pm.

n BC Lions Fanfest on June 10 at Hillside stadium. football Clinic at 1:30pm, Autograph session from 2:15 to 3pm, Practice from 3:15 to 5pm. fMi visit bclions.com

n Shooting Star Amusements from June 13 to 17 at sahali Centre Mall. fMi visit www.sahlicentremall.com.

n 25th Anniversary Afternoon Tea on June 13 from 1:30 to 3:30pm at desert Gardens Community Centre, 540 seymour st. for all past and present volunteers, clients, mem-bers, board members, staff members and community supporters of the kamloops and district seniors outreach society. fMi or rsVP 250-828-0600 or e-mail [email protected] by June 6.

n TechBREW on June 13 from 5 to 7pm at the noble Pig, 650 Victoria st. Pre-register: http://kamloopstechbrew.eventbrite.com and

fMi contact tami at [email protected] n ICCHA/ Wish Fund Dinner and

entertainment on June 16 at 6pm at ukrainian Hall, 725 York st. dinner by flavours of india. 100 percent of proceeds go to a porta-ble X-ray machine. tickets in advance from royal inland Hospital foundation, scott’s family restaurant, flavours of india and Lamplighter Motel.

n ‘Putt For The Cure’ Challenge at the dunes golf course all summer to support Jdrf. next challenges will be held June 17, July 8 and 22. top winners will advance to the playoff in september. fMi contact Jim at 250-578-2678.

n Garden of Earthly Delights: A fundraising Cabaret review on June 23 at 9am at Pavilion theatre. tickets at the door or Pandora’s Costume box, 753 Victoria st.

n The Centre for Spiritual Living now has a kosmic kids program on sundays at 10:30am at desert Gardens, 540 seymour st. while their parents are just across the hall in the Mohave room, children are receiving a similar, uplifting message in the Centre for spiritual Living’s new office/classroom.

n Kamloops Garden Club meets at 7pm on the fourth wed. of every month at Heritage House, 100 Lorne st. fMi call 250-573-3160.

n Kamloops Happy Choristers invites new members age 55 and over to join them for fun, singing, harmony and a variety of songs under the direction of the talented Mary Jackson. wednesdays from 9:30 to 11am at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne st. fMi call sharon at 250-579-9505.

n Riverside Lawn Bowling Club is seek-ing new members of all ages. free lessons offered. Come out and have fun and exercise. fMi contact Laurel 250-372-5157, irene 250-372-4273 or shirley 250-377-4026.

n The Council of Canadians meets at 5:30pm on the second wed. of every month at the smorgasbord deli, 225 - 7th Ave. fMi call Anita or dalton 250-377-0055.

n Spirit Warriors dragonboat team breast Cancer survivor group meet at 5:30 tues. and thurs. at Pioneer Park boat launch, new members welcome, no experience necessary. fMi contact Laima 250-377-1947 or Midge 250-374-2566.

n Donate to Western Canadian Theatre and you could win a trip to new York City to see a show on broadway! Any donation qualifies made through www.flykamloops.com/broadway. donations will be processed on the kamloops Live box office website. tax receipts will be issued after donation.

Dancing in a garden of earthly Delights

Show your support by purchasing tickets!ContaCt Shona

P: 250.320.1348 or E: [email protected]

Holistic Wellness or Stone Therapy MassageFoot or Back Scrub and Massage

E: [email protected] P: 250-320-0475

“Brittanya has the most amazing intuitive senses of what her client needs on the table. I really can’t recommend her enough both for

therapeutic and relaxation massage.” ~ Angie Edgson, Kamloops

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60 minutes $65 You sAvE $1590 minute Full Body $90 You sAvE $30

Missed the Wellness Festival? You can still take advantage of these great deals if you call and

book before June 14th! Don’t forget to spoil Dad this Father’s Day!

downtown eCHo June 7, 2012 n 11 Horoscopes

Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com

YOur HOrOSCOpEGEMINI (May 22-June 21) the experience will be good. travel op-portunities should be your first choice. Be sure to take care of the needs of your immediate loved ones first. Don’t blow situations out of proportion.CANCER (June 22-July 22) Look into the cost factor, but don’t try to get backing yet. false information from someone trying to start problems is likely. sudden changes could result in estrangements. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) disharmony will result in a lowered vitality. stress may result in minor illness. You need to get out and have some fun to reduce tension. trying to deal with your mate will be unproductive and possibly hurtful. Make changes to your living quarters that will please the whole family. VIRGO (Aug 23-sept 23) You can make money if you put your savings into conservative investments. Your creative ideas will be put to good use if you dig in and do things around the house that will make your family happy. sudden changes regarding friendships are likely to occur. LIBRA (sept 24-oct 23) travel may be confusing. social functions will bring you in touch with new lovers. You will be prone to carelessness that could result in accidents. You will enjoy interaction with others this week.SCORPIO (oct 24-nov 22) Your tendency to overreact could get you into trouble. You can help sort out problems that friends are facing. Chan-nel your energy wisely and you can score points with the boss. Your repu-tation may be at stake if you partake in gossip.SAGITTARIUS (nov 23-dec 21) Get involved in groups that are cre-ative in nature. Your need to be in a leadership position will help you surpass any rivals you might encounter. You will benefit through hidden assets and property investments. evasion is likely if you aren’t direct about your feelings.CAPRICORN (dec 22-Jan 20) A passionate party for two might be just the remedy. You must not let others talk you into doing things that will probably limit you financially at a later date. Be careful not to get roped into uncertain joint financial deals. Do not sign contracts or get involved in any uncertain financial deals. AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) You will find travel and lectures most stimulating. emotional disputes will only end in sorrow. don’t point your finger unjustly at others. Be quiet about your intentions or ideas that might bring added cash.PISCES (feb 20-Mar 20) Any intimate relationships with colleagues will lead to gossip that could easily affect your position. try not to at tempt to do something unless you are fully intent on following through with the plans. travel will be in your best interest.ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Pleasure trips will be most enjoyable and should lead to new and lasting friendships. A second chance will result in good work. You will find your vitality is lowered. Losses could occur if you haven’t been careful when dealing with joint financial ventures.TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) You need to distance yourself from the situ-ation for a little while first. You must take care not to over exert yourself if involved in sports. You will be best suited to doing things around the house or inviting friends over for a visit.

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perform at art in the park music, theatre or dance

applications available online at

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may 2011 june 2011

kamloops arts council presents

art in the park and the

lumière paradejuly 1

riverside park

july 2011


north shore artwalk

july 29 - september 57 seymour street w • 250-372-7323

www.kamloopsarts.ca

august 2011


nightly arts festival

during the western canada summer games

august 6 - 14

sePtemBeR 2011


children’s art festivalseptember 17


OCtOBeR 2011


annual general meetingoctober 11


DeCemBeR 2011

support the arts

by purchasing handmade

Christmas gifts!7 seymour street w • 250-372-7323

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nOVemBeR 2011


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