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PUCK STOPEighty-eight hockey play-ers from around North America descended on Merritt for the annual Merritt Centennials spring hockey camp on the Easter long weekend.
Local players aged 16 to 19 were joined by their counterparts from as far away as California on the ice at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena to take a shot at showing their stuff for the local BCHL franchise.
For more from the spring Cents camp, see today’s Herald Sports section on page 21.
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Logan Lake bridging doctor gap with locumsThis month marks the
first time Logan Lake will have some consistent servic-es of a physician since the community of about 2,000 people lost its full-time doc-tor over a year ago.
Two general practi-tioners began serving the community of Logan Lake, which is about 50 kilome-tres north of Merritt, on a temporary basis April 6.
Doctors Mark Fenrich and Stephanie Bourdeau are splitting a six-week term serving Logan Lake on weekdays between this month and June.
Both physicians have served previous stints in the community.
A doctor is still sched-uled to be in Logan Lake tomorrow, April 10.
The town will be with-out a doctor again next week, but starting April 20, a physician will be in the
community for about two weeks.
Service ends again after May 1, and will be renewed for two more weeks from May 11 to May 22, includ-ing the Victoria Day long weekend.
The next week a doctor will be in Logan Lake after that is June 1 to June 5.
This locum service ends after that day.
“It’s nice to have some coverage for the com-munity, at least for now,”
Logan Lake Mayor Robin Smith said, noting the town continues to search for a full-time doctor.
The emergency depart-ment at the Logan Lake Health Centre remains closed as this measure is just a temporary solution.
Patients in Logan Lake who require an appoint-ment should contact the Medical Clinic at 250-523-9414.
Temporary doctor ser-vices haven’t been offered
in Logan Lake since the end of 2014, and the town has been without a full-time doctor for more than a year since its former full-time physician left in February 2014.
The community has used locum stints sporadi-cally since, with coverage during the summer of 2014 and again between Nov. 24 and Dec. 12 last year.
Interior Health Author-ity community integration health services administra-
tor Berni Easson said previ-ous stints of locum services have been very inconsistent.
This latest bout of tem-porary services is probably the most consistent stretch yet, IHA spokesperson Michaela Swan said.
“We’ve not had any con-sistency in Logan Lake,” Easson said, noting IHA hasn’t been able to find a permanent physician.
A nurse practitioner in Logan Lake continues to serve the community.
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The City of Merritt’s general operations cof-fers got their first boost from the province’s Small Community fund for this calendar year.
A grant of $171,532 from the Small Com-munity fund came through last Thursday.
The province paid out nearly $40 million to small communities across B.C. to ease the burden on their small tax bases.
Another round of Small Community grants totalling $75 mil-lion will be paid out in the summer.
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expected to bring Mer-ritt’s total Small Com-munity grant to around the $400,000 mark for 2015.
“We use those funds for our general operations, so they actu-ally help to reduce the amount of property tax we have to collect in any year,” City of Mer-ritt financial services manager Ken Ostraat said.
The city is eyeing a property tax increase of two per cent for 2015, which is slightly lower than in past years.
Merritt also received its share of the prov-ince’s traffic fine rev-enue last week, with a payment of $46,128.
The next traffic fine revenue instalment the city will receive in June is expected to bring the total to just over $100,000.
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The Small Com-munity grant and traffic revenue are funds the city gets every year.
The funds have been accounted for in the city’s 2015 budget, which is expected to come before council again on April 28.
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Merritt Printing owner Tod Dean said his busi-ness and the charity event are a good fit.
Thirteen women from the Merritt area are hop-ing they’ll get lucky in Las Vegas this week at the Gambler’s Cup women’s hockey tournament.
The Merritt Prowlers play one game each day in the recreation division of the cup from April 9 to April 11, first facing off against the Silverados, based in Ponoka, Alta.
Their next game sees them play Edmonton’s Enoch GG’s, while their final game is against the Los Angeles Lady Trojans — the lone American rec team.
The final two teams in the recreation division hail from Nova Scotia.
Prowlers team man-ager, coach and captain Tamara George said the local ice queens are excited to play their first tourna-ment in the States.
She heard about the tournament through Canadian Hockey Enter-prises and presented the idea to the team last April after a tournament in Vernon.
That gave them a year to plan and come up with funding, she said.
Though George won’t be attending, the area will be well-represented by 13 players from the Nicola Valley and Kamloops, including Prowlers assis-tant captains Lucy Henry and Candace Archachan, who’s also the team’s goalie.
George said travelling to play Canada’s game helps the teammates bond, and introduces them to like-minded people from all over the continent.
“Our team’s like a fam-ily team,” she said.
The players are regu-lars on the local women’s rec league hockey circuit, with some Prowlers play-ing on the Benchwarmers as well.
The five-year-old Prowlers team is the one that tends to travel and play in tournaments, George said.
“We’re always looking at playing different calibres of hockey,” she said.
They’ve played tourna-ments around the province in the past and their Vegas trip is the first outing that
will expand their horizons beyond B.C.’s borders.
The Prowlers are also looking at the Hot Autumn Ice women’s hockey tournament in Wenatchee, Wash. in November, which attracts between 24 and 26 teams and is one of the largest women’s rec hockey tour-naments in the American northwest.
They’re also looking for sponsorship because they could use a second set of jerseys, she said.
The participating Prowlers have mostly paid for their Nevada out-ing out of pocket, with a few fundraising efforts throughout the year.
Over the summer, they raised $370 at a steak din-ner at the Grand Pub and
Grill, and another $950 working the concession stand at a baseball tourna-ment.
Registration and accommodations during the four-day tourna-ment ran a total of about $6,300, George said.
The tournament set them up with rooms at the Excalibur Hotel in the heart of the action on the Las Vegas strip and some of the Prowlers went down a day or two early to get oriented.
George estimated the total cost of the trip is in the neighbourhood of $20,000.
“I wish the girls the best in Vegas and it’s kind of exciting that they’re going to represent Merritt in the big old city,” she said.
By Emily WesselTHE HERALd
Merritt hockey team betting on Vegas
New councillor joins Shackan BandThe Shackan Band
council has a new member and three-year terms now that its latest election is in the books.
The additional council seat was brought into the mix to help shoulder coun-cil’s heavy workload.
Previously, the band had operated with two councillors and a chief with two-year terms.
Expense, however, was the main reason the band opted not to add two coun-cillors to make council an uneven five.
The result of the lat-est election at the end of March saw all the incum-bents from the last council return, with Percy Joe re-elected as chief with 26 votes.
Councillors Joan Seymour and Sharon Joe were re-elected with 37 and 27 votes respectively.
Yvonne Joe took the new councillor seat with 29 votes.
She said she’d like to see council focus on grow-ing the band’s culture, language and unity, given its small size.
She should fit in to the council quickly as her uncle is the chief and fellow council member Sharon Joe is her sister.
The newly elected council members took their oaths of office and held their first meeting at the Shackan community hall on Tuesday evening.
With a change to the number of councillors, the Shackan council now has an even number of members.
Shackan Band advisor Lennard Joe said tiebreak-ing procedures for the even-numbered council are being considered, but going forward, decisions will be made on consensus.
“We’ve never moved forward on a disagree-ment. Even if two coun-cillors agree and a chief
doesn’t, or the chief and a councillor agree and one doesn’t, it doesn’t move forward. Everything has been on a consensus,” he said.
Chief Percy Joe said he imagines a stalemate would be broken by community members.
The Shackan Band is one of the smallest in the area with just 133 mem-bers, 60 of whom live on-reserve.
There were 61 ballots
cast in the March election of a possible 109.
In total, three people ran for chief and seven ran for council.
Chief Percy Joe said the re-election of the incumbents is a sign from the community to stay the course.
“One of the new things we may do is upgrade our comprehensive community plan,” Joe said.
He said the new council intends to create portfolios for its members to better place councillors on issues where their backgrounds, passions and interests lies.
Joe said education is a top priority for the Shackan Band.
He is just the eighth chief of the Shackan Band since the 1860s.
Between 1978 and 2006, the Shackan Band did not hold elections.
The band started hold-ing elections every two years beginning in 2006, and passed its election code for a new three-year term in 2014.
(From left) Shackan Band advisor Lennard Joe reads the newly elected councillors Yvonne Joe, Sharon Joe and Joan Seymour and Chief Percy Joe their oath of office on Tuesday. Michael Potestio/Herald
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Next council meeting: Tuesday, April 14, 2015Council agendas and minutes at www.merritt.ca
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Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position and detailing education, qualifications and proof of required licenses/certificates/degrees will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, April 10th by:
Carole Fraser,Human Resources Manager
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Position:The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of a regular full time Engineering Technician.
Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position and detailing education, qualifications and proof of required licenses/certificates/degrees will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, April 10th by:
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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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MIDDAY VALLEY ROAD STORM WORKSTender Reference No. ENG 2015-02The City of Merritt invites tenders for the construction of approximately:664 metres of storm sewer19 metres of CSP Culvert550 metres of ditch reshaping100 metres of ditching3,540 square metres of pavingAssociated restoration
Tender Closing Time: 2:00 pm local time
Tender Closing Date: April 9, 2015
Tender Closing Location:CITY OF MERRITT2185 VOGHT STREETMERRITT, BC V1K 1B8
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H&M EXCAVATING LTD. WILL BE DOING UNDERGROUND AND SURFACE ROAD WORKS ON
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MONDAY MARCH 2NDFOR A DURATION OF 4 MONTHS
THE PURPOSE OF THIS NOTICE IS TO INFORM YOU OF THE TYPICAL NUISANCES INVOLVED WITH A PROJECT OF THIS TYPE -- MAINLY ACCESS TO YOUR PROPERTY. THE CONSTRUCTION ENTAILS INSTALLATION OF SANITARY SEWER MAINS AND RECONSTRUCTION OF THE ROADWAY ALONG COLDWATER AVE. THE STREET WILL BE SINGLE LANE TRAFFIC SOME OF THE TIME, AND THERE WILL BE TIMES THAT YOU WILL NOT HAVE VEHICULAR ACCESS TO YOUR PROPERTY. WE WILL DO OUR BEST TO NOTIFY YOU IN ADVANCE AND TO KEEP THESE INTERRUPTIONS AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE.
AS WITH ANY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT OF THIS SORT, YOU CAN EXPECT SOME DUST, NOISE AND VIBRATION. RESIDENTS WHO BORDER THE PROJECT SHOULD BE AWARE THAT ANY FRAGILE OR VALUABLE ITEMS THAT COULD POSSIBLY BE DAMAGED DUE TO VIBRATION SHOULD BE TAKEN DOWN OR SECURED FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROJECT. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CHILDREN ARE AWARE OF THE DANGERS OF A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT AND THAT THEY STAY CLEAR OF THE EQUIPMENT.
WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE. HOWEVER, WE ASK THAT YOU BE PATIENT THROUGH THE DURATION OF THIS UPGRADE PROJECT. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY ASSISTANCE OR HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE PHONE OUR SITE SUPERINTENDANT, GEOFF PRESTON, AT 493-4677 (OFFICE) OR 250-809-2405 (CELL).
Water is a precious commodity – please don’t waste it. The City of Merritt’s watering restrictions this season will run from May 1 to Sept. 30.
Watering is restrict-ed by house number as per the following:
• Times: 6 a.m. to 8
a.m. and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Even-numbered addresses: irrigate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
• Odd-numbered addresses: irrigate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
• Automatic sprin-
klers can water on days corresponding with the address number from midnight until 4 a.m.
There is no sprin-kling on Sundays.
These watering restrictions are put into place in order to relieve heavy water usage on our water system.
It is vital that we all understand how impor-tant these measures are.
The water we use in the City of Merritt is the single most valuable resource that we have.
With your help, we can ensure that this resource continues to flow uninterrupted this
year and in years to come.
Please do your part.
Watering restrictions start May 1
Multi-use trail along Voght St.The City of Merritt
has finalized the design for the multi-use pathway along the Voght Street cor-ridor. Construction is planned for autumn 2015.
The trail is fully located on city land and will be a mini-mum of six metres (20 feet) from private
property. Any earthworks
will be minimal. Specifically, the earth-en berms are not pro-posed to be reduced in height by more than two metres (six feet).
Lighting may be a future consideration, and if installed will be low intensity and downcast. Proposed multi-use pathway design. www.merritt.ca
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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
Logan Lake’s new chief administrative officer, Kathleen Day, is getting down to busi-ness now that her first week on the job is in the books.
Day started as the town’s CAO on March 30, introducing herself to city staff and touring facilities that week.
“This is the fun time,” Day said of her first week.
Some of the busi-ness now on Day’s plate includes updating the corporation’s website, the construction of a new fire hall — expected to break ground this spring — and completing the implementation of the parks master plan, which includes building a water spray park and expand-ing the Logan Lake campground.
“She’s just getting ori-ented right now,” Logan Lake Mayor Robin Smith said, noting there are a lot of things for Day to be updated on such as doctor recruit-ment and the biosolids issue.
Day has a back-ground in finance, and this is her first official CAO job, although she
has served as a deputy CAO in the past.
She is a certified pro-fessional accountant, and has spent most of her 22-year career in local government.
She was the direc-tor of finance for the District of Lillooet for 17 years and had that same job for three years with the Town of View Royal, B.C.
Day comes to Logan Lake from Summer-land, where she had been doing contracted financial work for local governments.
Day said she thinks the biggest challenge of
the job will be managing tax levels with services in the town needed to maintain the community given Logan Lake’s small size.
“It’s that balance of trying to ensure that the public funds are spent appropriately and that we’re trying to provide the services requested at tax levels people want,” Day said.
Smith said Day’s pas-sion for public service stood out among the applicants.
“She showed a lot of the sorts of things that we were looking for and the background that she
has is very rounded,” Smith said.
Smith wanted some-one who was relatively local and Day fit the bill.
“If you can find
somebody that’s in the region, that knows the area and is familiar with the Interior, I think that that’s always a bonus,” Smith said.
Last September, Logan Lake parted ways with its previous CAO and contracted the ser-vices of Randy Diehl in the interim.
Before that, the dis-trict was without a CAO between September 2013 and January 2014 after the outgoing city manager retired.
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Good on Global TV’s Kristi Gordon, the meteo-rologist who stood up for herself.
Gordon was the sub-ject of some vitriol for her clothing choices during her first pregnancy three years ago, and now, as her baby bump grows during her sec-ond pregnancy, she’s taken some time to share nasty feedback about her appear-ance with her viewers.
At the end of a newscast
last month, Gordon sat at the desk with the two anchors and read out a par-ticularly nasty anonymous (of course) letter about how “gross” she is.
That letter compared her to the Hindenburg. (A tad inflammatory, no?)
That anonymous let-ter writer has tuned out of “Globel” because of Gor-don’s pregnant body.
Another letter writer demanded Gordon “buy some decent clothes and have some respect for [her] unborn child.”
Yet another stated “Looser tops would look more professional.”
What is making people so wild with rage? Is it the presence of her protruding baby bump? Is it her unwill-ingness to wear a potato sack on live TV in a futile effort to cover her belly?
She’s got better things
to worry about than her maternity clothes. She is growing a human inside of her body, for Pete’s sake.
While I find it incred-ible that people could be so disgusted by a pregnant woman’s belly, I realize that there are always those who can’t or refuse to play nice in the sandbox of life.
I don’t think Gordon’s completely reasonable request that people keep their nasty, uncalled-for comments to themselves actually reached the ears of the people who target her in said messages, but I also don’t think reaching them was her point.
Her point was to bring awareness to the reasonable contingent among us that on some level, negative, hurtful comments can sink in, and people need to be aware of what they say to others.
Nasty comments can break through even the thickest skin, and boy, TV people sure have thick skin.
I think it’s a matter of Gordon airing her concerns with how she is treated — sometimes despicably — in her job, which to some degree allows public access to her and her personality and her face, TV being the visual medium it is.
But let me be clear: I do not think it is fair for people to comment on somebody’s looks (especially nastily) and I think it is rarely appropri-ate.
Gordon maintains she’s generally a fairly confident person and the letters haven’t done any permanent damage to her self-esteem. However, she also stated the supportive comments and compli-ments she’s been deluged with in the wake of her seg-
ment might be better spent on somebody who needs a show of kindness a little more than she does.
I agree with Gordon there.
I don’t pretend to know about the psychology behind letters like the ones she was the recipient of. I just know that these com-menters must have taken time away from something else in their life to write them.
Maybe it only took one minute to write, but that minute could’ve been spent instead making a kind com-ment to a friend, neighbour or a complete stranger.
Maybe these writers spent two hours crafting their hate mail, but that’s two hours they could’ve spent volunteering to make the community a little bit better of a place for every-one.
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B.C.’s labour market goes globalVICTORIA – The labour situation in B.C. is show-ing increased signs of strain, even before a long-promised boom in heavy construction gets set to ramp up this summer.
Jobs Minister Shirley Bond announced last week that B.C. is sus-pending its “provincial nomination” program for 90 days. This program allows the province to recommend people for federal immigration, based on skills in demand in B.C.
The B.C. provincial nomination program saw its number of applica-tions triple to 1,200 for the month of December, as the federal government cracked down on the temporary for-eign worker program. Thousands of temporary foreign workers who have hit the four-year deadline are being sent home, with many of them turn-ing to the provincial nomination track.
Bond has been pleading with Otta-wa to raise B.C.’s annual provincial nomination quota from 5,000 to 7,000 or more. The three-month pause is so her ministry can add staff and speed up processing time. Backlogged applicants will still be considered, and exemptions for health-care workers and a northeast pilot program are being maintained.
Even with the current slump in energy prices and before anticipated pipeline and liquefied natural gas projects start, the labour shortage in the northeast is near crisis.
The last time I was in Dawson Creek, radio ads were offering signing bonuses for qualified truck drivers. In Fort St. John, grocery and hardware retailers have come to depend on for-eign workers to keep going.
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While supposedly educated young people work part-time and refuse to leave the com-forts of southern city life, this is the reality up north, and it’s only going to get worse.
This summer, work is scheduled to start on the Site C dam on the Peace River, the most costly construc-tion project in B.C. history. And a union vs. non-union battle reminiscent of the old Expo 86 labour wars is underway.
The B.C. and Yukon Building Trades (BCYT) are demanding
a project agreement that requires all work-ers on Site C to be paid their rates, and are warning of chaos on the huge project if they don’t get their way.
BC Hydro CEO Jes-sica McDonald told me that’s not all they want. They are also seeking quotas for members of their unions on a proj-ect that will be a small city of 1,700 people at peak construction.
BCYT executive director Tom Sigurdson says that while all sides acknowledge the need for foreign workers for Site C, he wants to control that too, work-ing with their affiliated
unions in the United States.
There will be non-union construction firms, some of them owned by aboriginal communities in the north. There will be contractors affili-ated with the Christian Labour Association of Canada. The BCYT hopes to set wages and conditions for them all, and influence Ottawa’s temporary foreign worker program to boot.
McDonald and Premier Christy Clark have politely told them to pound sand. Their formula would add millions in costs to the
project, driving up BC Hydro rates even more than they are already rising. BC Hydro has already done dam upgrade projects using a “managed open site” model and it’s not inclined to return to the era of W.A.C. Bennett as Sigurdson demands.
Sigurdson makes a valid point that when two concrete masons compare paycheques on the Site C project and one sees he’s mak-ing $5 an hour less, he won’t be happy. He will want the higher rate, and the BCYT is tak-ing BC Hydro to court to ensure they can
recruit new members on the site.
It looks like a hot summer ahead.
Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
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Dear Editor,
The B.C. provincial govern-ment is at war with its own citizens. These days, when it comes to environmental protection, protests, blockades and civil disobedience comprise the last remaining com-munication tools available.
Since the B.C. government dumbed down environmental protection laws several years ago, threats to health, safety and living conditions of citizens across the province have been mounting.
The record is clear: tax-paying citizens don’t have a chance.
Look at Shawnigan Lake, where up to 100,000 tonnes of contami-nated soil is to be dumped each year in a quarry that is located in its watershed, source of drinking water for more than 8,000 people.
Take the TransMountain expan-sion project, which would twin a pipeline containing bitumen from the tar sands through inhabited areas of Greater Vancouver.
Consider the Northern Gate-way pipeline, denounced by First Nations groups, the Union of B.C. Municipalities, and environmental-ists alike.
Case in point is the 2014 Mount Polley mine disaster, where slurry containing arsenic, selenium and other heavy metals flooded Polley Lake and lakes or creeks down-stream.
Now, residents of the Nicola Val-ley near Merritt are being inundat-ed with sewage sludge (the leftovers of waste water treatment plants, containing fecal coliform, heavy metals, and other substances) from all over B.C.
Private companies are being con-tracted by municipalities (Abbots-ford, for example) and districts (the Regional District of the Central Okanagan, for example) to dispose of their sewage sludge.
Under the revised provincial Organic Matter Recycling Regula-tion, a private contractor can oper-ate in secrecy, with no requirement to let people nearby know what it proposes to do, give notice, post its plans or consult.
Nor is there a licensing proce-dure, whereby government issues a permit for a private contractor to apply sludge to agricultural land. All the contractor has to do is to file an application plan, and 30 days later the trucks of sludge can start
arriving. The application plan does not
have to include any information about people residing close by; apparently, the effects the noxious operation will have on them are unimportant.
And with staff cutbacks, there is no routine government monitoring of the operation. Somebody has to complain, and then (maybe) an investigator will be sent to visit the site.
This means the contractor could potentially dispose greater quanti-ties of sludge, and the sludge could have higher concentrations of fecal coliform and heavy metals than the plan described in the first place.
Right now, residents near Merritt are faced with commercial sludge operations that have been put on agricultural land, right next door, with potential leachage into water-ways, and perhaps eventually into their wells.
Imagine your home transformed forever, contamination of surface water, contamination of ground-water, contamination of drinking water, contamination of the soil, contamination in the air, noise pol-lution, and the unrelenting stink of
human waste, all in a parcel right next to you, in 30 days, with no notice, no consultation, no teeth in the regulations to protect you.
It’s time the B.C. government figured out who is paying the taxes and focused on human health over private gain for sludge disposal.
The Capital Regional District (Victoria) has banned the applica-tion of biosolids within its bound-aries and is constructing an incin-erator to dispose of its hazardous waste.
Why isn’t the provincial govern-ment building incinerators around the province to deal with biosolids and protect the health of citizens?
Surely the safe disposal of sew-age sludge is a function of govern-ment not to be privatized so that sludge is dumped on any old com-munity to the detriment of nearby residents.
The laws permitting contracting out of this public health function should be repealed, and proper, safe disposal mechanisms be set up by government – isn’t this what we pay our taxes for?
Libby DybikowskiMerritt
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Some producers are raising prices slightly and others are offering short-term discounts as B.C.’s new liquor price wholesale model took effect last Wednesday.
Pre-tax retail price changes at B. C. govern-ment stores show little change for the most popular brands of beer, hard liquor and other alcoholic beverages. Government store shop-pers will see lower prices on the shelves, because as of April 1, govern-ment stores add provin-cial and federal sales tax at the cash register.
Of the top 10 brands of spirits, a 750 ml bottle of Crown Royal whiskey retails for $23.49, a two-cent increase, plus taxes. For the larger bottle of Crown Royal, govern-ment stores are reducing the price by $1.98 for the month of April.
A six-pack of Lon-etree cider goes up 90 cents to $9.59 as a dis-count price for March ends. For larger cans of imported Strongbow
cider, an April sale price is reduced $1.14 to $17.99.
For beer, a dozen Sleeman Honey Brown Lager increases six cents to $20.49.
For private retailers, Save-on-Foods store in Surrey was the first to take advantage of new regulations allowing sale of B.C. wines directly from grocery shelves. Supermarkets now have the option of including a liquor store with sepa-rate checkout for alcohol
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store retail price used to be the benchmark for B.C. sales, with discounts off that price to private liquor stores, agency and B.C. wine stores. Now all retailers pay the same wholesale price to the Liquor Dis-tribution Branch, which retains its wholesale monopoly.
The LDB wholesale markup is now 124 per cent of the supplier price for hard liquor, 73
per cent for coolers and ciders, 89 per cent for wine and a per-litre tax with ascending rates for small, medium and large breweries.
Justice Minister Suzanne Anton says the system is designed to create a level playing field for retailers, while maintaining the govern-ment’s revenue of $1 billion a year from the wholesale markup.
Many government liquor stores have added refrigerators and Sunday
opening hours, to make up for the loss of their wholesale discount com-pared to what private stores were paying.
By Tom FletcherBLACk [email protected]
Justice Minister Suzanne Anton and parliamentary secretary John Yap (left) ham it up with repre-sentatives of the B.C. Wine Institute at the Save-on-Foods store in Surrey, the first to sell B.C. wines directly from grocery store shelves. New pricing and store policies took effect April 1. B.C. government photo
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ABOUT VOLUNTEER WEEK
National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize, celebrate and thank Canada’s volunteers. NVW 2015 takes place April 12-18. It marks the 12th consecutive year we’ve delivered the NVW campaign in partnership with Investors Group, Canada’s corporate leader in volunteer recognition.
RECOGNIZE VOLUNTEERS
Research reveals that volunteer recognition is tied to volunteer retention rates. Volunteers who feel their contributions are appreciated are more likely to uphold their volunteer commitments. Each act should be tailored to the individual and it should suit the volunteer’s personality and level of engagement.
THE BENEFIT OF VOLUNTEERS
National Volunteer Week 2015 spotlights the ripple effect of every voluntary action taken. The impact of volunteering goes well beyond the hours given, the values shared or the skills contributed. It can be found in smiles exchanged, bold new directions taken by agencies, revitalized neighbourhoods and major shifts in public attitudes.
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12.7 million Canadians contribute close to 2 billion hours (General Social Survey - Giving, Volunteering and Participating, 2013). Volunteer Canada is the national voice for volunteerism in Canada. Since 1977, we have been committed to increasing and supporting volunteerism and civic participation.
VOLUNTEER WEEKA VOLUNTEER ACTION IS LIKE A STONE THROWN IN A LAKE: ITS EFFECT HAS A DIRECT IMPACT
There is nothing more important to the Volunteer Firefighters at the Merritt Fire Rescue Department than the community they serve. These men and women have always recognized their responsibility to help ensure the safety of our Citizens and for over 100 years, our Volunteer Firefighters have strived to adapt and change as the risks, threats, and challenges to our Community have changed. It is my belief they are our greatest asset in carrying out our department’s mission; each member is dedicated to the delivery of a quality Fire and Rescue Service. I am very proud of the personal and professional accomplishments of many of our volunteers; including many who have gone on to provide exemplary service in many fields of endeavour, especially public safety. I am equally proud of the very high level of respect we enjoy in the community; a direct result of their skills, abilities, attitudes, loyalty and self-less participation in community events and fundraising. As a Citizen of Merritt you can trust at any given time there may be volunteer firefighters helping our community or are preparing to do so at a moment’s notice. Our department has a long history of utilizing new efficiencies and technologies and our volunteer firefighters have kept us at the forefront of fire services for similar sized communities, enabling us to achieve a high level of response capability and fire prevention activities. Our firefighters are the epitome of what it means to be a volunteer - they will aid you and your loved ones any day, at any hour.
David TomkinsonFire Chief
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volunteersThe Nicola Valley
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Recognize a volunteer in your community(NC) Whether it’s a
neighbour who volun-teers at the local soup kitchen or the person you always see helping out at the hockey arena, we all know someone filled with genuine good-ness who makes a differ-ence in our community. A recent study commis-sioned by Post Foods Canada Inc shows that currently 90 per cent of Canadians think it’s important to give back, and over half volunteer their time, with almost 60 per cent doing this at least once a week or more.
“Volunteers are vital to the social fabric of communities across this country and their tireless efforts have a sig-nificant positive impact on facilities, services, organizations and, most importantly, people,” says Amy Bernstein, the Senior Product Manager of Shreddies & Shredded Wheat, at Post Foods Canada Inc. “It’s wonderful to see data that confirms just
how filled with genuine goodness our fellow Canadians are. Almost half of those surveyed have been giving their time for at least five years.”
The survey also sheds light on what motivates people to make their communities better places in which to live. Impressively, the data reveals that we feel it’s important to volunteer because helping others is the right thing to do (68 per cent) and it makes us feel good about ourselves (45 per cent). Goodness is exemplified in our nation’s attitude of selflessness.
“There are so many ways you can contribute to your community,” says Greg Epp from Sas-katoon, who was recog-nized by Post Shreddies “Search for Goodness” in 2013 for his selfless commitment to his com-munity hockey rink. “Every community, no matter how big or small, needs the support of people who care. I do it
because it helps me feel connected to my com-munity.”
Like Greg, many spoke about community when they were asked about volunteering, and stated that they vol-unteer due to a strong sense of community (53 per cent), a belief in the organizations’ goals and objectives (58 per cent), and that helping those in need is the right thing to do (49 per cent).
Volunteerism is an important aspect in building a strong com-munity and society, and Canadians are in agree-ment with this (91 per cent). But it’s not just the community that ben-efits. When we do good, we feel good, and this holds true with almost everyone. Almost 80 per cent believe genuine goodness is strongly associated with those who volunteer, and over 90 per cent feel a sense of pride and goodness after they have donated their time for a cause.
Do you know some-
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someone who lightens the burden of another.
Thank you.
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Thank Y
ou to all our volunteers!
Okanagan-CoquihallaTo all of our hard working volunteers. You put others before yourself, an act that deserves recognition.
NICOLA VALLEY SEARCH & RESCUE SOCIETY
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IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING THIS TEAM, WE MEET EVERY SECOND MONDAY AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE AIRPORT BASEMENT OR CALL TRACY DUNSMORE AT 250-378-4262.
OUR COMMUNITY IS A MUCH SAFER PLACE BECAUSE OF
WONDERFUL PEOPLE LIKE YOU!
The Community Policing Office, City of Merritt and the RCMP would like to thank all of the Community Policing and crime prevention program volunteers for all of their dedication and commitment to our the Community Policing Office.
Thank youTO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS
TO ALL OF THE VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORTERS OF THE MERRITT
CENTENNIALS. WE APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU FOR YOUR
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CONTINUED SUCCESS OF THE CLUB.
Merritt Centennials
A HUGE
Thank You
volunteersThank you to our hard working team of volunteers that provide operational support to the food bank, work at special events and food drives, or act as a director on our Board. Many people in our community benefit from their efforts and I appreciate having them as part of the team.
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ply t
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purc
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2015
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bine
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with
out n
otic
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ualif
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ase c
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ther
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Dea
lers
are f
ree t
o set
indi
vidu
al p
rices
. Lim
ited t
ime o
ffer w
hich
may
not
be c
ombi
ned w
ith ot
her o
ffers
. See
your
dea
ler f
or co
nditi
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etai
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anad
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sure
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anad
a in t
he cu
stom
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nam
e for
the p
revi
ous c
onse
cutiv
e six
(6) m
onth
s. C
redi
t val
id to
war
ds th
e ret
ail p
urch
ase o
r lea
se of
one e
ligib
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mod
el ye
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pic
kup m
odel
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etw
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pril 1
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anuf
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o con
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cent
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tax i
nclu
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cred
it va
lue d
epen
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urch
ased
: $50
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edit
avai
labl
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park
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ruze
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t, Tr
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edit
avai
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oth
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cles
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olor
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ilver
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r app
lies t
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igib
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urre
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sees
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ontia
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in C
anad
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the
cust
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nam
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the p
revi
ous c
onse
cutiv
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(6) m
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war
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f one
elig
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201
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odel
year
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sum
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park
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Cam
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Mal
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LS).
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r is t
rans
fera
ble
to a
fam
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in th
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me
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roof
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ddre
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quire
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ocum
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and
cont
act G
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otor
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d m
ay n
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ase
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artic
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anad
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pric
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ss. O
ffer m
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ned
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n pa
rt, a
t any
tim
e w
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ler f
or d
etai
ls. ‡
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rcha
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rice
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it of
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ner C
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appl
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new
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quin
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odel
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le c
usto
mer
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Can
ada,
who
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rcha
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leas
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new
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ash
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may
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be
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bine
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erta
in o
ther
con
sum
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cent
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veh
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al M
otor
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right
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men
d or
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rt, a
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tim
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ble
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ctiv
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data
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PARK-LIKE SETTING
#2427 $399,900
This 4 bedrm, 3 bath rancher is on approx. 1 acre with creek, pond & is beautifully landscaped. Has 20x30 detached shop. Enjoy the peace & tranquility of this Lower Nicola home.
IN LOWER NICOLA
#2428 $289,000
3 bedroom rancher, neat as a pin, private fenced backyard, large sundeck, 24 x 26 detached garage/shop & room for RV and toys. Blacktop driveway. Includes appliances.
LARGE DETACHED SHOP
#2346 $314,900
Spacious 3 bedroom rancher with 2 pce ensuite, galley kitchen with nook, large family rm with gas F/P, large living rm, office & storage rm. Has new furnace & HW tank. Lot is over 12,000 sq.ft. with 2 bay shop.
OPPORTUNITY
#2425 $98,000
Half duplex with 3 bedrooms up, open kitchen with eating area. Huge fenced yard with workshop. Close to school. Fixer upper in good area. Has 10 x 20 workshop.
FIRST TIME BUYERS
#2431 $149,000
Two level home close to town. 2 bedrooms up, 1 down. Home has a partially finished basement with large rec.room and office area. Nice flat manicured lot with sundeck on front off of kitchen.
CLOSE TO TOWN
#2306 $334,900
Great family home situated on 1 acre with detached 2 car garage + attached single garage. Home features 4 bedrms, 2 baths, updated kitchen, full bsmt with rec.room & bar. Tons of potential.
GREAT STARTER HOME
#2430 $214,900
Traditional style 5 bedroom, 2 bath character home located close to schools & easy access to downtown. Home has HW flooring, central A/C, large fenced lot with deck & RV parking.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
#2305 $179,000
Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. commercial building with newer roof, newly painted inside & renovated. Can be used as 2 separate 1000 sq.ft. spaces or remove centre wall and use as one space. Plenty of parking in rear. Perfect for entrepreneur looking for space.
LARGE DETACHED SHOP
#2426 $514,900
Quality built Cape Cod style home with 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths, country kitchen, with fully fin. Bsmt with family rm & work area. The yard is fully fenced, nicely landscaped & has 32x28 shop/garage.
ELEGANT LAKEVIEW HOME
#2432 $974,900
Custom built home with superb workmanship & detail throughout, on 1.34 acres with panoramic views of Nicola Lake. Features include, large gourmet kitchen with granite counters, great room with F/P, tile floors, impressive master suite & self contained nanny suite in fully fin. Bsmt.
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#2394 $135,000
EXTRA LARGE LOT
Older 2 bedroom home in nice neighbourhood, close to the downtown. An extra large 13,780 sq.ft. lot with subdivision potential. Lane access, huge backyard with single garage.
#2352 $54,900
OVERLOOKS RIVER
Clean 3 bedrm mobile with covered deck & parking stall. New HW tank & new motor in furnace. Home is move in ready, comes with appliances. Pad rent $346 per month.
#2375 $799,900
VERNON
Spectacular custom built rancher with walkout bsmt in desirable neighbourhood with views of Kamamalka Lake. Features elegant HW floors, 4 bedrms, 3 baths, gorgeous kitchen, wine cellar & more.
#2377 $339,000
LARGE FAMILY HOME
4 bedroom home with good floor plan, newer kitchen and flooring, in family oriented area, close to schools. Has 2 bedrm inlaw quarters in walkout bsmt. Fantastic views of the city.
#2368 $219,900
DETACHED SHOP
3 bedroom family home close to schools & amenities. Home has large living room and kitchen, sliding glass doors to covered deck and fully fin. Bsmt. 24x24 detached shop.
#2292 $339,000
BROOKMERE
Great recreational area all year round. Lovely 2 bedroom home with attached double garage with guest room & 3 pce bath. Maple kitchen cabinets, S/S appl, island sink. RV parking.
#2389 $234,900
CACHE CREEK
Great 4 bedrm home with some upgrades of furnace, HW tank & roof. Has detached garage/shop with power plus a carport. Private backyard backs onto Bonaparte River.
#2285 $168,500
PRIVATE BACKYARD
Cozy 2 bedroom home with newer kitchen & bathrm renovations, upgraded furnace, 2 skylights and a backyard an avid gardener would appreciate. Has 2 outbuildings and patio.
#2234 $224,900
RURAL LIVING
3 bedroom home on 0.35 acres with creek. Has fully finished bsmt with new carpets, paint & HW tank. Upstairs has open concept with galley kitchen. Has 24x28 detached shop with power.
#2186 $214,900
FENCED YARD
2 bedrm mobile on 0.23 acre lot in Lower Nicola. Features include new siding, new roof & skirting and insulation and a new garage. Has enclosed deck & porch. Fully fenced yard with workshop.
#2373 $139,000
NEWER APARTMENT
Urban living in one of the finest strata developments. Nice one bedrm apartment with granite counters, shaker style kitchen cabinets & incl. appliances. Clean and ready to move into.
#2350 $269,900
INVESTORS
Large 6 bedroom home in good area, close to school. 3 bedrooms up, 3 down, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, huge sundeck, fenced backyard, skylights and double garage.
#2384 $529,900
TRIPLE GARAGE
Quality built home with views & approx. 4000 sq.ft. on 3 levels. Large chef’s kitchen with new counters & backsplash, large family rm, 4 bedrms, 4 baths, fabulous master suite & much more.
#2351 $159,900
GREAT AREA
Good starter home or perfect for retiree. Close to schools, shopping & golf course. Fenced yard, single garage. Basement has second living quarters for inlaws.
#2311 $195,000
UNFINISHED HOME
Unfinished house on 2 city lots, close to river and amenities. This house is in the rough framing stage and a renovation will need a new building permit before completion. As is where is.
#2344 $99,500
WHY RENT?
You could own this 3 bedrm strata townhouse in Merritt, close to shopping & amenities. Fenced yard, newer windows. Now’s the time to get your own place with low interest rates.
#2291 $224,900
NEED A SHOP?
3 bedroom home on quiet street close to school & park. Home has updated windows, furnace, laminate flooring, U/R sprinklers & central A/C. Shop in back is 22x30 with 220 wiring.
#2355 $147,000
CLOSE TO SCHOOL
Nice 5 bedrm home with single garage and fenced backyard. 3 bedrms up, 2 pce powder on main, 2 bedrms down in partly finished bsmt with laundry. New windows upstairs, new HW tank & new washer.
#2370 $159,900
DUPLEX
Side by side duplex within walking distance to amenities. Each side has 100 amp, 2 bedrms 1 bathm kitchen and living room plus a fenced backyard. Total duplex in 864 sq.ft. Adjacent duplex also for sale.
#2214 $299,900
EXCELLENT LOCATION
Home has 2 full floors plus bsmt, 2 car garage and legal 2 bedrm daylight rental suite on main with rear entrance. Bright kitchen with island, living rm with gas F/P. Nice covered deck in back.
#2376 $205,900
SUN VALLEY COURT
Wonderful 2 bedroom + den townhome with 2.5 baths, gas F/P in living room, open concept on main with bedrooms upstairs. Includes appliances & 2015 strata fees have been paid. Double garage.
#2295 $234,900
BEAUTIFUL HOME
Immaculate 3 bedroom home on 0.27 acre lot, nicely landscaped. Home has open concept, kitchen with eating bar, skylight, dining area, living room has gas F/P, large master bedrm with ensuite.
#2346 $314,900
LARGE SHOP
This spacious rancher has 3 bedrms, 2 pce ensuite, galley kitchen with nook, large family rm with gas F/P, large living rm, office & storage room. Large detached shop with 2 bays. Lots of RV parking.
#2410 $309,900
ON THE BENCH
Fantastic home, beautifully remodellled, large master bedrm with W/I closet & beautiful 4 pce ensuite. Newer kitchen & appliances, open concept eating area, fully fin. bsmt. Fenced backyard.
#2345 $159,900
NICE HALF DUPLEX
Well maintained home in good family area & close to school. Bright living room, spacious kitchen, huge family room, 3 bedrooms up, 2 baths, newer vinyl windows & fenced backyard with patio.
#2430 $214,900
GREAT STARTER HOME
Traditional style 5 bedroom, 2 bath character home located close to schools & easy access to downtown. Home has HW flooring, central A/C, large fenced lot with deck & RV parking.
#2422 $81,900
GREAT LOCATION
Very attractive mobile in well maintained park in Lower Nicola. Features 2 bedrms, 2 bath, bright open design dining & living room with portable A/C. You’ll enjoy the 44x8 deck and large fenced yard.
#2398 $289,900
CLOSE TO SCHOOLS
Large 5 bedrm family home with 2.5 bath, huge oak kitchen with appliances, large family & rec.rooms plus a suite on the ground level. Fenced backyard. Great home for the growing family.
#2381 $154,900
INVESTMENT
Side by side duplex close to shopping. Each side has 100 amp service, 2 bedrms, bathroom, kitchen & living room. Fenced backyard. Adjacent duplex also available.
#2324 $217,500
FENCED YARD
Large 2 bedroom rancher, close to all amenities with fenced yard & fruit trees. All rooms are good size, 2 baths, living room with fireplace, unfinished storage in crawl space with HW tank & furnace.
#2431 $149,000
FIRST TIME BUYERS
Two level home close to town. 2 bedrooms up, 1 down. Home has a partially finished basement with large rec.room and office area. Nice flat manicured lot with sundeck on front off of kitchen.
#2396 $474,900
AMAZING VIEWS
Impressive 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with fully fin. bsmt, beautiful oak floors, restored church doors throughout home, geothermal heat, wrap around decks to relax on and enjoy the views.
#2421 $399,000
DESIREABLE LOCATION
Well constructed home in upscale neighbourhood. Enjoy the great views from this 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with cozy breakfast nook in kitchen, gas F/P in living rm & family rm with patio door to deck. Fenced backyard.
#2289 $319,900
INVESTORS
Good revenue property. Side by side duplex of 1600 sq.ft., 5 bedrms and 2 baths per side.New furnace, 100 amp upgrade and separate backyard. Total income is $1868. Tenants payutilities.
#2425 $98,000
FIXER UPPER
This half duplex has 3 bedrooms up, open kitchen, 1.5 baths, huged fenced backyard with workshop & is close to school. Needs some TLC. Great family oriented neighbourhood.
#2391 $295,000
NICELY RENOVATED
A totally renovated home in nice neighbourhood. The main floor has 2 bedrms, master with ensuite, nice country kichen & living area. The basement has been suited with 1 bedrm, large living rm and private entrance. Both levels have laundry. Large private yard.
#2426 $514,900
DETACHED GARAGE
Quality built Cape Cod home with 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths, country kitchen, family rm & work area in bsmt. Fenced yard with double garage plus 3228 detached shop, covered deck & a gazebo.
#2408 $103,900
SANDPIPER COMPLEX
2 bedroom strata townhouse, close to all amenities. Top floor unit with nice views, and comes with appliances. Great for first time buyer or retiree wanting no yard work. Great investment.
#2428 $289,000
IN LOWER NICOLA
3 bedroom rancher, neat as a pin, private fenced backyard, large sundeck, 24 x 26 detached garage/shop & room for RV and toys. Blacktop driveway. Includes appliances.
#2390 $349,000
QUIET NEIGHBOURHOOD
3000+ sq.ft. family home in good area, close to amenities & shopping. Spiral staircase, 3 bedrms up, 1 down, 2 bedrm suite on main level, New flooring & paint on upper level. Great for large family.
#2348 $99,900
GOOD STARTER HOME
Located in quiet location, across from elementary school. This 3 bedroom home ison a concrete foundation, electrical is up to code, has had some updates. Nice flat lot, hascarport and 11x12 storage shed.
#2333 $295,000
CORNER LOT
3 bedroom 4 level split home on large, fenced corner lot in Lower Nicola. Home has 3 baths, large living rm with F/P, big family rm, bright kitchen and a unfin. Bsmt for storage. Large sundeck, lots of parking.
#2388 $499,000
STUNNING HOME
Exquisite 3747 sq.ft. home on 0.42 ac with walkout daylight suite, open design with panoramic views & tastefully landscaped. 4 bedrms up, spacious master suite, 3.5 baths, French doors open to deck & views. Lots of parking.
#2399 $329,900
HUGE YARD
Spacious 4 bedrm home with open design, 3 baths, central A/C, BI vac and large porch overlooking huge fenced backyard with garden area. Has decommissioned suite in bsmt.
#2406 $54,900
APARTMENT
Perfect young people, retirees or first time buyers. Nice one apartment in well managed building, close to school, corner store & on bus route. Elevator in building. Strata fee $164.77 per month.
#2418 $54,000
INVESTMENT
Perfect for young people, retirees or investors. 1 bedroom apartment in a well managed building. Close to corner store, transportation & school. Building has elevator for easy access.
#2319 $299,900
NEW HOME
In new subdivision, this 2 bedroom home features an open floor plan, country kitchen, master with W/I closet, 4 pce ensuite & 13x10 deck. Single garage. Includes appliance package.
#2358 $479,000
FANTASTIC VIEWS
Beautiful 4 bedrm home with 3 baths, spacious gourmet kitchen, formal dining & living room with balcony, and the fully fin. Walkout bsmt has large games room with wet bar, Lots of parking.
#2283 $299,900
BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED
4 bedrm, 2 bath home on the Bench, well maintained with many upgrades of windows, doors, furnace, newer HW tank, central A/C, lovely screened porch and a detached 1 car garage.
#2227 $199,800
IMMACULATE RANCHER
Spacious home with 2 bedrooms and a den or 3rd bedrm, generous living & dining room plus office. Both bedrms have ensuites. Large covered deck, 20x16 detached shop.
#2392 $265,000
REVENUE PROPERTY
Side by side fourplex on 1/3 of an acre in prime location in Lower Nicola. Has been renovated inside & out including the roof & septic system. 20 yr roof installed in 2003. Don’t miss this!
#2360 $498,900
MOVE IN READY
4 bedrm executive home with fully finished bsmt, double garage & RV parking. Features Brazilian Cherry HW floors, Merlot kitchen cabinets, 2.5 baths, gas F/P and central A/C.
#2339 $179,900
CLOSE TO SHOPPING
Immaculate 2 bedrm rancher with updates, living room with woodstove, new carpeting &paint, updated bathrm fixtures & paint. The nice backyard has lane access, 12x24 shop &shed.
#2383 $72,900
NICE ADDITION
2 bedrm mobile with addition in one of the nicest parks. One bedrm on each end with an open concept kitchen eating area & living room in center. Addition has enclosed porch & family room.
#2417 $116,900
GREAT STARTER HOME
Very clean home with 3 bedrooms up, 1.5 baths, newer tile, newer flooring in living room and partially finished basement. Fenced backyard, carport off back lane. Electrical upgraded. Close to school.
#2382 $334,900
SPACIOUS HOME
Great family home with 4 bedrms on the top floor plus 2 bedrms in the ground level suite. Backyard has garden space, U/G sprinklers and a sundeck for those BBQ’s. Double garage.
#2397 $449,900
ALLISON LAKE
Beautifully maintained 2 level lakeview home on 0.57 acre lot only 2 min. walk to lake. 2 bedrms up, 2 down, custom kitchen, vaulted 14 ft ceilings, large wrap around decks with gorgeous views.
#2419 $319,900
SPENCES BRIDGE
Quality built log home on 1.03 acres with fruit trees & mature shrubs. Home features 3 bedrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, huge living rm, large country kitchen, huge sundeck & fully fin. bsmt.
#2363 $189,900
LOWER NICOLA
Beautifully renovated inside & out. Spacious 4 bedrm home on quiet street on 0.25 acre lot with U/G sprinklers. Home has new bathrm, flooring, paint, windows, siding & new furnace.
#2343 $529,000
INVESTORS
7 strata titled townhomes, all within walking distance from downtown. Close to all amenities. Being sold below assessed value at only $88,167 per unit. All are currently rented. Call for full details.
#2366 $94,900
STRATA UNIT
Two bedroom upper level apartment with in-suite laundry. Good investment opportunity. Close to downtown core and recreation facilities. Property is sold “as is”.
#2309 $319,000
DESIRABLE LOCATION
Large family home with 3 bedrms up plus a 2 bedrm inlaw suite at ground level. New paint & flooring on main, oak kitchen, HW radiant heat& 3 baths. Fenced backyard with garden area.
#2183 $435,000
LARGE FAMILY HOME
Spacious 5 bedroom home with huge master bedrm with jet tub in ensuite, open kitchen & family room, Cherry stained cabinets in kitchen, 2 huge sundeck in private backyard plus covered sitting area.
#2151 $219,000
ADULT ORIENTED STRATA
One of the nicest gated communities in Merritt with views of the Nicola River. Has 3 bedrms, 2 baths, open design living, gas F/P, galley kitchen with nook, laundry on main, hobby & rec.rm down.
#2226 $339,900
QUIET LOCATION
Clean & bright 3 bedrm rancher with full bsmt, vaulted ceilings, large open kitchen with new countertops, family rm with gas F/P, 2 car garage, RV parking with sani-dump and a private backyard.
#2318 $339,000
MOVE IN READY
New 3 bedroom home the great country kitchen, open floor plan on main with all bedrooms on upper floor. Powder rm down, 5 pce ensuite & main bath up. Hot water on demand. Double garage.
#2371 $159,900
DUPLEX
Side by side duplex within walking distance to shopping. Each side has 100 amp service, 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen, living room and fenced backyard. Adjacent duplex also for sale.
#2334 $53,000
WALK TO SHOPPING
2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. New plumbing with heat tape, 1 bath, comes with all appliances. Quick possession. Close to golf course. Pad rent $346 per month.
#2372 $279,900
FANTASTIC VIEWS
3 bedroom rancher with fantastic views of the valley. 5 yrs old, open concept plan, vaulted ceilings in kitchen, 3 baths. 2 car garage with exposed appgregate concrete driveway.
#2299 $229,000
RURAL SETTING
Enjoy the private setting in Lower Nicola on 0.33 acre lot with several fruit trees and is close to school. This home is perect for a starter home or retired couple. Great views off the deck.
#2278 $295,000
EXCELLENT CONDITION
1800 sq.ft. rancher only 6 yrs old. 3 bedrms plus a bonus room above garage. Open design kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown moldings, 9 ft ceilings, 4 pce ensuite and a fenced backyard.
#2192 $59,000
AFFORDABLE STRATA UNIT
Why rent when you can own? 2 bedroom strata unit with balcony and storage. Large living and dining room. Great for retirees or first time buyers. Strata fees are $212.70 per month.
#2340 $155,000
APARTMENT
Newer 2 bedroom apartment in “The Summit” comes with stainless steel appliances, 1.5 baths and laundry room. No more shoveling snow! Great place to live, close to transit.
#2349 $249,900
LOCATION, LOCATION
Clean, spacious home with 3 bedrms up, 2 down, newer floors & kitchen cabinets. In desirable area close to shopping & amenities. Newer vinyl windows, detached garage, fenced backyard.
#2357 $298,000
NICELY RENOVATED
Spacious 6 bedroom home, 3 bedrooms up and 3 down in a ground level inlaw suite. Large fenced yard with detached garage/shop. RV parking & garden area. Newers floors, kitchen & bathrm paint.
#2423 $192,900
LARGE LOT
Spacious 3 bedrm rancher on 0.39 acres in Lower Nicola. Plenty of room to add a detached shop & park an RV. Home has 1496 sq.ft., open living space, 2 baths, F/P & large open entrance.
#2409 $289,000
CLOSE TO SCHOOLS
4 bedrm family home with HW floors, open concept, gourmet kitchen comes with appliances and a fully finished basement. Recent asphalt shingles, some windows & exterior doors. Nicely landscaped.
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ON 1 ACRE LOT
#2306 $334,900
Great family home on 1 acre just minutes from town. Home boasts 3 bedrms up, 1 down, updated kitchen, parquet flooring, rec.rm down with bar. 2 car detached garage + 1 car attached garage & separate storage.
HAS DETACHED SHOP
#2395 $339,900
4.69 acre property with 30x40 detached shop with 200 amp service. Neat & tidy 4 bedrm home, newer kitchen & flooring & huge living room. Upgraded electrical. Lots of room for RV.
PARK-LIKE SETTING
#2427 $399,900
This 4 bedrm, 3 bath rancher on approx. 1 acre in a park-like setting has a creek, pond & mature landscaping. Open country kitchen, HW floors, huge family rm, & 20x30 detached shop/garage with power.
PRIVATE 30 ACRES
#2369 $549,900
30 acres, great views and perfect for horses with fenced areas and beautiful pastures in spring. Has rustic style 3 bedrm home and open plan concept of kitchen & living room.
9.8 ACRES
#2321 $525,000
Great property for horses with riding. This 5 bedrm level entry rancher has a walkout bsmt, 3 baths, updated flooring, plumbing & HW tank, vaulted ceilings, large country kitchen & large deck.
133 ACRES - SAVONA
#1663 $495,000
Incredible property with unlimited rec. activities – snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, ATVing, hking. Almost surrounds Allie Lake with 2 main cabins plus 3 guest cabins. Buy with friends or family.
wATERfRONT HOmE
#2361 $998,000
Magnificent 5 bedrm home on Nicola Lake with unique open designed family area with large bedrms & family room with an extra summer kitchen. 3 floors, 2 large covered decks. Has detached triple garage & an underground boat house bunker.
ON 1.74 ACRES
#2190 $374,900
Great opportunity on this 1.74 acres with city services, fenced and can be rezoned to suit your needs. Has 1 bedrm home plus a 900 sq.ft. outbuilding in park-like setting with large water feature. This property has subdivision potential. Call for more details.
LAKEfRONT LOT
#2414 $242,900
Build your dream home in this desirable development of fine waterfront homes on Nicola Lake. Close to 2 golf courses, Quichena hotel, gas station & store. Perfect lake for fishing, boating & swimming.
INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
#2400 $890,000
Immaculate 8000 sq.ft. precast tilt-up building on corner lot with excellent exposure. Easy access to truck route. Adjoining warehouse has bay door, loading deck office & mezzanine space.
26 ACRES
#2322 $310,000
Spectacular horse property of 26 acres just 15 mins. From Merritt. All natural grasslandwith 2 ponds and a seasonal creek. Great place use as rec. property or build your dream home.
9.8 ACRES
#2385 $194,000
Located just 15 mins. From Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home. Easy access, open, sunny, views, some trees, well in place & power on road.
ON 4.64 ACRES
#2335 $395,000
Beautiful 4 bedrm, 3 bath log home with open design, new Mill Creek cabinets, new flooring & furnace heat pump. Has numerous outbldgs, barn, storage shed, garage & more.
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COUNTRY LIVING – 2.11 ACRES
#2415 $399,900
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22 ACRES
#2342 $599,900
Approx. 22 acres mins. From downtown Merritt. Nicely renovated 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with new flooring, bathrms & paint. Has horse barn, 100x44 metal Quonset and new drilled well.
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Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. commercial building in downtown core. New roof in 2013, renovated interior including new paint throughout. Parking in back with lane access. Great for investor or entrepreneur.
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Good commercial building in downtown core. Approx. 5000 sq.ft. of commercial space on the main with 1100 sq.ft. up with a 3 bedrm suite, currently rented. Zoned C-2. Run your business and live upstairs.
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10.9 acres in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executives homes. Land is south facing, sloped with some trees. Great place to build your dream home and enjoy the views.
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Busy location with tenant and is fully leased. Total of approx. 6600 sq.ft. 4100 sq.ft. on main, 1050 in bsmt, 1450 on top floor that could be used as living quarters. Lots of parking.
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Great 6 acre property to build your home or use as recreational. Mostly flat with many buildings sites, has shallow well, septic approval, hydro to property & driveway is in. Close to crown land.
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Two 10 acre lots has just come into the city.
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Light industrial bare lot, flat site, zoned M1 for your business opportunity. Easy access to truck route and just moments from the downtown core. Call for more details.
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Property has substantial aggregate deposit, excellent for long term gravel pit operation. 37 acres of light industrial and 80 acres of residential zoning. Estimate of 29 million ton deposit.
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Great location on a corner lot on main street coming into Merritt. This 7300 sq.ft. building is zoned C-4 with a site specific zoning for prof. offices, doctors, lawyers etc. Lots of parking.
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A great property in well developed subdivision of acreage lots. This unique property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro at lot line, septic must be installed. Most of land is flat and useable.
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Build your dream home on this 9.9 acres. Has some trees, open, sunny, views, easy access off highway, a well in place and power is on the road. Call for more details.
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Great acreage to build your home in the country. Has drilled well, septic approval, power at lot line & driveway are in. Close to crown land for all rec. activities.
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0.91 acres fronting the Nicola River in the city limits. Within walking distance to downtown. City services not yet to lot line but with vicinity and be arranged for hook up.
INDUSTRIAL LOT
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Flat commercial lot zoned C-3 on one of the busiest streets in Merritt. Prime location to start your business or relocate it to a better location. Services to property line.
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Gorgeous property of approx. 264 acres with 2 titles. Has 1 mile of Guichond Creek flowing through the property. A great variety of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR.
IN KANE VALLEY
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Approx. 0.99 acre view lot in Nicola Lakeshore Estates with breathtaking views. This lot allows you to mold the property to your exact specifications while maintaining privacy.
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Hordes of people again flocked to church-es this Easter because many of them knew that they were going to hear good news.
But Easter is also ter-rifying news.
According to evan-gelist Mark, early on a Sunday morning, three women followers of Jesus made their way to a tomb to anoint his dead body.
Earlier, they had seen him being crucified “from a distance.”
When it was all over, they saw his body being laid in a tomb and a huge stone rolled over its door.
That’s our favourite perspective on death – we do all we can to keep our distance from it. We try to stay healthy, work out, and watch what we eat, all in an attempt to keep death at bay.
But occasionally it catches up to someone we love and then we
know we have to face death up close.
The current spate of murders being per-petrated by followers of ISIL, Boko Haram, or al-Sabah proves that it does not matter how wealthy, well-defended or far removed we are from evil men. Terror can still find us.
Everything seems to have changed since it all started with 9-11. It remains to be seen just how much we have changed, beyond tol-erating longer lines at airports or border cross-ings.
All the women who made their way to the tomb on the first Easter morning knew that they were something less before meeting Jesus. Mary Magdalene had her soul torn apart by seven demons.
This man called Jesus was their saviour. But now he was dead.
As they walked down the road toward the tomb, maybe one of them mentioned that the world has always been hard on saviours.
Or, like most people in deep grief, maybe said nothing as they tried to close the dis-tance between them-selves and the tomb.
Their only dilemma
was how they would get the stone rolled back.
We all know about pushing against stones in life. All of us have been pushing against something for a long time.
This Easter may have found us pushing against a superior who is hard to satisfy or against the threat of being laid off in our jobs.
Maybe some of us are pushing against a marriage that seems destined for the ditch or against a disease that is between us and our dreams.
But as the first Eas-ter story goes, even if we get rid of the huge stone, all that is wait-ing on the other side is death.
When the women arrived at the tomb, they were astonished to discover the stone rolled back. Walking inside, they saw an angel and were startled.
No wonder the women fled the tomb in fear.
We may not care much for death, but we understand its climax. It’s what sets the agenda for rest of life.
That is why we push so hard at life – against aging, diseases, or ter-rorists. We want to stay
away from death as long as possible.
According to the Easter message, the point of life is not to collect as many things as possible, to hold your loved one as tightly pos-sible, or to waste your precious few years try-ing to postpone death.
Easter declares the point of life is to discov-er a death-defying hope. That is why it is such a profound opportunity to join the women in star-ing at the tomb of Jesus.
Then we can stare at our own tombs of loss and death without fear.
When the Church first began, it struggled through periods of per-secution for centuries.
Every week when believers gathered, they took time to embrace each other because they did not know who might be martyred for their faith before the next assembly.
They died with Christ, only to be raised to a new life with him and in him.
Only in Christ’s death and resurrection is it possible for us also to die to the old agendas and rise to a changed life, no longer crippled by fear.
NARAYAN MITRAYou Gotta HaveFAITH
Keeping faith past Easter
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Intermediate students and teachers from all the local elementary schools gathered at the old CMS playing fields last Wednesday for a workshop on touch rugby. The instructors were members of the MSS rugby teams and the Merritt Barbarians Rugby Club.
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The greatest catastrophe of history happened not in the First or Second World War. It took place 2,000 years ago when we crucified the Son of God.
That was the ultimate experi-ence beyond humanity’s limit. But it was also then that history was given the possibility of resurrec-tion.
When Jesus defeated death, he did so that we may experience something beyond our limits, to rise with him into a new life.
It’s now up to us to walk out of our own graves as new creatures.
Narayan Mitra is the pastor of Merritt Baptist Church.
The views expressed in this column don’t necessarily reflect those of the Merritt Herald and its staff. The Herald wel-comes qualified writers with views on this or other faiths to submit their work to [email protected] to be considered for publication.
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When we look at power today it is in the gun, the bombs and scaring people. God’s power is in His word.
When we look at Revelation, the prophet John foretold of the rise of the Turkish empire, that it would last just a short 400 years. Even with the size of it’s military force, it came out just as the prophet said it would. It lasted from 1400 to 1840.
God’s power, we can see it in His word. Now with the increase in communication systems, the church is using it to tell the good news of Jesus’ love, power and future, and spreading it into all the world. When this has happened, that all have heard of Jesus, then He will return.
The purpose of telling of Jesus’ love and power is to show people who He is. Jesus wants them to prepare to be ready for Him when He returns. That means, to prepare how we need to to be ready for Heaven. When we have things in our way, whatever it may be, greed, hatred, diet, love of money, or anything that takes rst place in our lives, we can ask Jesus to help us change. He has the power and the love to help us become more like Him. Be ready for His second coming.
When I look at the empires, such as Babylon and Rome, who tried to force their people into their mode of worship, I wonder what ever happened to them? They are gone.
God wants us to look at the powers on Earth and then look at Him, and make a choice as to whom you will live under, who you will follow. What does their character look like? Is it forceful? Is it a “do as I tell you or your life is over!” choice you prefer or one of kindness and guidance? Jesus says, “Do as I ask you to do.’
When we think of death, we have different ideas. Some say we will take an immediate ight to Heaven and watch over our loved ones. But, who would want to to be in Heaven and view the things on Earth? Maybe your loved one is involved in something terrible? Would that be Heaven to you to have to watch helplessly? It is better to be asleep, I say.
The apostle Paul, talked about the sounding of the trumpet of God. He says in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, Jesus comes. From the time of death (or sleep) is just a moment.
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Surprisingly, severe back pain isn’t usually a true medical emergency. One of the most com-mon reasons people go to the emergency room is severe back pain from a simple muscle strain or joint sprain. While these conditions can be extremely painful, they usually don’t indicate serious soft tissue or other structural joint or ligament damage to the back.
However, there are some back-related prob-lems that could very well indicate a medical emergency. You should seek medical help imme-diately if you experience any of the following symptoms.
1. Progressive weak-ness in the legs or loss of bladder or bowel control.
The sudden onset of bladder or bowel incon-tinence or progressive weakness in the lower extremities can be an indication of a relatively rare but serious condi-tion called cauda equina syndrome. Anyone expe-riencing these symptoms
should seek immediate medical attention. Typi-cal symptoms of cauda equina include:
• Altered sensation, or severe or progressive weakness or numbness in the legs or feet;
• Loss of sensation or altered sensation in the “saddle” area (the area or your body that would sit on a saddle: inner thighs/between the legs, buttocks, back of legs, sacral region);
• Loss of control of bladder or bowels (including retention or incontinence); and
• Pain, numbness or weakness in one or both legs that may cause dif-ficulty walking.
Cauda equina syn-drome is caused by the compression of nerves in the low back, which can happen from a trauma to the spine, any spinal con-dition that may compress the nerves (such as a disc herniation or spinal stenosis) or an infection. If left untreated, this syndrome can ultimately result in paralysis, as well as continued loss of sen-sation in areas below the lower spine.
2. Unexplained loss of appetite, weight loss, pain or neurological problems.
Weight loss from increased exercise or changes in diet can be healthy and can help reduce back pain. How-ever, sudden weight loss
or lack of appetite for no known reason can be indicative of a serious medical condition, such as cancer. Several symp-toms of a tumor in the spine include:
• Pain in the neck or back, followed by weak-ness or numbness of the arms or legs;
• Change in normal bowel or bladder activity;
• Back pain that does not diminish with rest, and pain that may be worse at night than dur-ing the day; and
• Nausea, vomiting, or fever, chills or shakes in conjunction with back pain.
3. Fever, some type of increased pain, and other symptoms of infection.
Fever typically indi-cates some form of infection. An infection of the spine can either occur quickly (within one or two weeks fol-lowing fusion surgery) or develop over time (as in elderly persons or those with compromised immune systems).
Spinal infections are rare, but can be quite dangerous if the infec-tion moves into the spinal canal and causes an epidural abscess (a pus-filled cavity in the epidural space). Pressure from an abscess pressing on the nerve structures in the neck or back can result in paraplegia or quadriplegia.
4. Severe, unrelenting
abdominal and lower back pain.
The pain of an abdominal disorder can often extend to the back and be felt as acute, con-tinuous low back pain. Acute lower back pain can be a symptom of an enlargement of the aorta (large artery) in the abdo-men, called an abdomi-nal aortic aneurysm.
If the blood vessel ruptures or starts leaking blood, this could become a serious medical emer-gency. The primary symptoms of an abdomi-nal aortic aneurysm are severe continuous abdominal and lower back pain.
This is a life-threat-ening condition. Anyone with these symptoms needs to seek immediate medical attention.
The above conditions are quite rare compared to the common causes of back pain, and most conditions that cause back pain do not require immediate medical care.
Once your chiroprac-tor or medical doctor rules out the above causes of low back pain, conservative treatment should commence.
The most frequently used and successful treat-ment for mechanical low back pain is chiropractic treatment. Once the problem is corrected and the symptoms alleviated, then you should discuss with your chiropractor
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Dental hygienists, who are trained to pro-vide oral cancer screen-ings, tell us that we all have a role to play in reducing our risks and in improving treatment outcomes. They remind
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USA A-OK at Cents spring campThere were nine players
from south of the border at the Merritt Centennials hockey camp last weekend, none more southern than goalie Evan Plot-nik, who hails from Capistrano Beach, Calif.
“It’s way down there, it’s close to the border [with] Mexi-co,” Plotnik said.
Currently, Plotnik plays junior hockey in San Diego — a city even closer to the U.S.-Mexico border — but he’s looking to break into the BCHL at his first-ever tryout camp.
Plotnik got involved in hockey at an early age, learning to skate at age seven.
Learning the game in southern California was dif-ficult because there aren’t many coaches and ice time is hard to come by, the 17-year-old said.
“And it’s expensive when you can find it,” Plotnik said.
Plotnik’s mother Joyce made the trip with her son to Merritt for the hockey camp.
The Californian hockey mom said she and Plotnik’s
father initially didn’t want their son to play the game when one of his friends introduced him to the idea in the second grade.
“We were like no way, no way. There’s too many injuries, we’re not going to let you play,” she said.
“We didn’t know anything about hockey, I mean, we’re Californians,” she said. “All we knew about hockey was it was a
brutal sport, and in California it’s really expensive to play.”
After a bit of begging, how-ever, Plotnik convinced his par-ents to let him to play hockey, and he started out as a skater.
“Then he started begging us to play goalie,” Joyce said, not-ing they initially refused again given the expense of goalie equipment.
However, there was one
game during his first year play-ing hockey in which his team’s goalie didn’t show up and Plot-nik suited up.
“And that was that,” Joyce said with a laugh, adding Plot-nik was hooked.
“[I] just loved playing, loved stopping the puck, loved get-ting in front of it and robbing people,” Plotnik said.
Joyce said she sees hockey becoming more mainstream in California these days, noting high school hockey seems to be catching on and pointing out the fact more AHL teams are coming to Californian cities next year.
Back in March, AHL president David Andrews announced that five of the league’s teams will call Califor-nia rinks home starting 2015-16.
Just about an hour’s drive down the highway from the Plotniks, San Diego will be home to the new farm club of the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks.
“From when he [Evan] start-ed, there was barely anything. Now, there’s a huge difference,” Joyce said.
When it comes to Merritt Centennials hockey, two cousins from Michigan are trying to make it a family affair.
Following in the foot-steps of former Centen-nials backstop Devin Kero, first cousins Cale Markham and Hunter Kero (Devin’s younger brother) attended the hockey camp this past long weekend along with 46 other forwards looking to make an impression.
“I think we got some
speed and we defi-nitely know our hockey,” Markham said, noting the two brought with them a “Michigan style” of hockey.
The two 17-year-olds are from the upper pen-insula of the Great Lake State — just a stone’s throw from Thunder Bay, Ont. — and grew up playing hockey together.
This year, how-ever, they’ve had to play against each other in their high school league.
Kero is from Hancock, Mich. and Markham lives just across the Por-
tage Lake Lift Bridge in Houghton, which is also home to Michigan Tech University, where the alumni Kero now tends goal for the Huskies.
If he was facing his brother in a shootout, Hunter said he’d try to fake him out.
“I’d come in, head fake, and he’s athletic, so I’d get him moving and try to tuck it five-hole on him,” Kero said.
“I’d probably go backhand, forehand, low blocker on him,” Markham said.
The two Americans
aren’t just following in Devin’s footsteps as they’ve had multiple fam-ily members take up the game of hockey.
In fact, Kero’s older brother Tanner recently signed with the Chicago Blackhawks.
The signing gives the two cousins hope for their own futures in hockey.
“What he did was pretty exciting,” Kero said.
Markham was even sporting a Blackhawks hat at camp, although the team is admittedly one of
his favourites.“When I heard he
was signing with them, it put a smile on my face because I like watch-ing the Blackhawks,” Markham said.
Kero, however, was sporting a Penguins cap.
“I’m a Pittsburgh fan, but I guess I’ll have to start getting some appar-el,” he said.
Right: Cale Markham (left) and his cousin Hunter Kero were at the Merritt Centennials spring hockey camp this past weekend looking to follow in their relative and Cents alumni Devin Kero’s footsteps. Michael Potestio/Herald
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First camp yields talent
Players from across North America com-peted in three days of scrimmages to showcase their skills at the Mer-ritt Centennials spring hockey camp last week-end.
Cents head coach and GM Luke Pierce said he felt there was a lot of talent at the camp.
“All the local kids did well. Kristian [Stead] had another real good camp,” Pierce said.
Delta Hockey Acad-emy forward Mike regush was another player Pierce felt had a strong showing.
The next step will be to review the play-ers and follow up with some of them.
Another camp is scheduled for June 12 to 14 in Abbotsford.
“We’ll compile everybody from those two camps and cut
down to about 40 kids for our main camp in August,” Pierce said.
The Cents are los-ing a high number of players heading into the 2015-16 BCHL season, with about 12 spots opening up from the departure of graduating players.
Despite the high turnover on the roster, Pierce said he doesn’t see the immediate future as a complete rebuild.
“I think you can have success in our league with a younger team and there’s some real good, young talent out there right now,” he said.
“There’s definitely going to be a pretty new look to our group, but we’ve got some real good players coming back as well.”
Pierce said the team has more holes to fill at forward for next season than it’s had in past years.
Evan Plotnik of the San Diego Gulls was one of 10 goalies at the Merritt Centennials spring hockey camp looking to show off their skills. Michael Potestio/Herald
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Senior girls fall to Saints in rugby openerBy Ian Webster and
Michael PotestioTHE HERALD
If only they could have started the game the way they finished.
The Merritt Secondary School senior girls’ rugby team scored all their points in the final minute of their game on April 1, but it wasn’t nearly enough as the visiting NorKam Saints rolled over the Lady Panthers 29-7 to begin the high school rugby season for both teams.
With time ticking down in the second half, the Merritt gals finally got their mojo going. A slick set of passes – first by the forward pack and then by the backs – took the ball from their own side of centre clear down the field and across the Saints’ end line. Scrum half Katie Huber was credited with the last-second try, while Jaycee Chenier split the uprights with the two-point conver-sion.
The visiting Saints were full value for the win as they dominated possession time with the ball in both halves, and consistently held the upper hand in scrums and rucks. The Panthers, for their part, were their own worst enemies as they took a litany of penalties for offsides, mishandling of the ball and tackling high.
When Merritt was able to gain posses-sion of the ball and get it cleanly out to the backs, the reward was immediate. Chenier, playing the fly half posi-tion, and centres Kari Ann Ware and Danika Potter displayed some excellent execution with impressive overlaps and dummy fakes.
Despite the loss, Merritt coach Molly Brigden was impressed with her team’s grit in its first outing of the season.
“I thought our girls showed potential,” she said. “Everyone worked well together, there was good communication, and no hesitation in the
tackling. Our mauling was really impressive, and allowed us to gain a bunch of the field. As a coaching staff, we’re really excited about that, because [the maul] can be really hard to defend against.”
Brigden said there’s lots for the team to work on prior to their next game, which is this Wednesday in Kamloops against Valleyview Secondary.
“Getting low in tackles, using our feet
in the ruck to get the ball back, watching our numbers in rucks, and making use of our full back line when we do get the ball out wide will help us gain more space and field in order to score tries.”
Merritt Secondary’s senior girls rugby and soccer teams were both in action on Wednesday, but scores from their games were not avail-able by press time.
The MSS senior girls rugby team hosted the NorKam Saints at Voght Park on April 1. (Left) MSS outside centre Danika Potter makes a strong run around the Saints’ back line. Ian Webster/Herald
The Panthers’ Keneesha Joe wins the ball in a lineout. Ian Webster/Herald
Merritt Secondary’s Giulia Caccialupi, an exchange student from France, takes down a Saints’ ball carrier. NorKam won the game 29-7. Ian Webster/Herald
No rugby for MSS boys this year
While the girls’ rugby season will go on as usual, coaches for the boys teams have pulled the plug.
Both the senior and junior boys’ rugby squads folded due to low turnout.
Coach Nathan Brigden said each team needed about 25 players, but only about 10 players showed up on a regular basis.
“Our numbers kept dwindling and dwindling, so we had to make a choice and we didn’t have the commitment level from the boys this year,” Brigden said.
The MSS teams folded prior to the start of their rugby season.
9th AnnuAl Community Art ShowAt the Courthouse Art
Gallery, April 10 to May 2. Opening reception with light refreshments April 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. Come see a variety of new and established local artists presenting their original art-work for sale. Courthouse Art Gallery hours are Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1840 Nicola Avenue, for more details please visit www.nvartscouncil.com
AnnuAl ChArity DAnCe By Merritt Vintage car Club
and Nicola Valley Cruisers Club. 50’6, 60’s,70’s Soch Hop with a live band at Lower Nicola Community Hall. Saturday April 11 7:00 p.m. for more info and tickets call Barry 250-378-7064 or Jack Cross 250-378-2662. Profits go to the Children’s Charity Telethon in February.
thompSon vAlley pony Club tACk SAleThe Thompson Valley
Pony Club is hosting it’s annual used Tack Sale this Saturday April 11, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Barnhartvale Hall, 7370 Barnhartvale Rd. We are fully booked so come do some shopping for this years riding season. Contact Tracy for more info: [email protected]
elkS bingoEvery Wednesday at 1 p.m.
Doors open at 12 p.m.
mother’S DAy FunDrAiSerThe Mother’s Day Flower
Blitz Fundraiser is under way. Contact any Band Student (Grade 8 –12) Orders due by Tuesday April 14, 2015. No late orders will be accepted. If you have any questions please contact Tracy Brooks @ 250-378-4722.
big brotherS big SiSterS Big Brothers Big Sisters
is hosting a Bowl for Kids Sake event in Merritt on Friday, April 17 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the Merritt Bowling Centre. All funds raised support men-toring programs for children in the community. Please call 1-877-222-8099 to register your team and reserve your lane.
StAmp Show SAle AnD AuCtionSaturday, April 18, from 10
a.m. - 3 p.m. At the Calvary Community Church, 1205 Rogers Way, Kamloops off 5A. Free admission, exhib-its, dealers, 5c table, auc-tion at 2 p.m. hourly door prize, free stamps for kids under 13. For more contact 250-314-1021 or [email protected], or phone at the show 250-320-2450.
ConAyt bingoJoin Conayt Friendship
Society every Thursday for bingo. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m. Everyone welcome to come and play bingo! 2164 Quilchena Ave.
ConAyt elDerS Drop in CentreTuesday & Thursday
Mornings, 8:30 am – Noon, 2164 Quilchena Avenue. All Elders welcome – just come out and visit! For info, con-tact Deloris at 250-378-5107
reCyCle AnD help The Graduating Class of
2015 is looking for anyone who wants to help out raise money for their River Rafting Trip, there has been a bin set up at the bottle depot. Please drop your bottles off and let them know that it is for the MSS Grads.
niColA vAlley CruiSerS CAr Club Are you interested in cars,
cruising and joining in activities related to cars? Nicola Valley Cruisers Car Club would welcome you as a member. Meetings are monthly on the 1st Wednesday of the month at the Ramada at 7:00 p.m. For more info call Russ or Charlotte at 250-378-2290.
living with loSS Support groupLiving with the Loss Support
Group Wednesday 7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. #12-2025 Granite Ave, Merritt. Call 250-280-4040.
knitwitSLove to knit or crochet?
Come on down to Brambles Bakery Thursday evenings bring your yarn and nee-dles and join in the fun.(1st Thursday of the month)
vAlley SCrApbooking Crop weekenDAt the Merritt Civic Centre
April 17, 18, 19. Weekend Scrapbooking is back! Spend the weekend work-ing on your projects; learn news ways to create fabu-lous pages. Register at the Civic Center FMI call 250-315-1050.
nAtionAl CAnADiAn Film DAyAt the Merritt Civic Centre
April 29 at 6 p.m. Featuring “The Whale”: The true story of Luna; a young wild killer whale who tries to befriend people on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island. Call 250-315-1050 for more info.
A motherS DAy weekenD CelebrAtion with elviS“Adam Fitzpatrick” as ELVIS,
May 8, 2015 at the Merritt Seniors Centre, 1675 Tutill Court (beside the museum) Doors open at 6 p.m. Show time at 7 p.m. Adults only. Tickets available at Blacks Pharmacy 250-378-4407.
Shelter looking For volunteerSThe Nicola Valley Shelter
and Support Society is seek-ing volunteers to fill shifts at the Extreme Weather Response Shelter located at 1937A Quilchena Ave. from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight daily. Volunteer application pack-ages are available at the Community Policing Office (250-378-3955) at 2013 Quilchena Ave.
Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: [email protected]
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THE CHURCHES OFMERRITT WELCOME YOU
Crossroads Community Church
Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme)
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship
Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.
Seventh Day Adventist Church
St. Michael’s Anglican Church
Trinity United Church
7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, March 14 - Wednesday, March 20, 2013
• STAIN GLASS• SUN CATCHERS• NIGHT LIGHTS• PICTURE FRAMES
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Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813
Stain Glass by Almerina RizzardoThurs. Mar. 14
Cloudy w/ShowersHigh: 9CLow: 6C
Fri. Mar. 15
Cloudy PeriodsHigh: 10CLow: 4C
Sat. Mar. 16
Variable CloudsHigh: 8CLow: 4C
Sun. Mar. 17
Wet SnowHigh: 6CLow: 2C
Mon. Mar. 18
Variable CloudsHigh: 6CLow: 0C
Tue. Mar. 19
SnowRain ShowersHigh: 7CLow: -1C
Wed. Mar. 20
Light SnowHigh: 7CLow: 0C
7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Apr. 9, 2015 - Wednesday, Apr. 15, 2015
Thurs. Apr. 9
Mainly Sunny
High: 16˚CLow: 1˚C
Fri. Apr. 10
Mix of sun and clouds
High: 12˚CLow: 2˚C
Sat. Apr. 11
Mainly Sunny
High: 9˚CLow: 2˚C
Sun. Apr. 12
Mainly Sunny
High: 10˚CLow: 0˚C
Mon. Apr. 13
Mix of sun and clouds
High: 10˚CLow: 0˚C
Tue. Apr. 14
Mix of sun and clouds
High: 10˚CLow: 1˚C
Wed. Apr. 15
Mix of sun and clouds
High: 10˚CLow: 2˚C
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With great sadness we announce the passing of our Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, Victor Dadswell on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at Coquihalla-Gillis House, Merritt, BC.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sharon of 52 years; Daughter Susan & Son Terry; his Mother Mae; Brothers: Barry & Kevin (Bonnie); Sisters: Iris & Sharon (Dwayne), Brother-in-law Larry (Jeri). Granddaughters: Amanda (Sean), Sherry & Laura. Great Grandsons: Brandon, Daniel & Sean; many nieces, nephews, friends & neighbours.
He was predeceased by his Father Victor, Step-Mother Joyce, Brothers: Ray & Dennis. Daughter: Cheryl; Nephews: Denny, Raymond, & Michael.
Vic was born in Kenora, Ontario and moved to BC as an infant. He lived a long life and touched many along the way. He worked many years in various mills as a welder. Vic had a passion with boats. He enjoyed shing, camping & gardening. He spent his retirement building wooden model boats and also the many walks with his faithful Golden Retriever “Goldie”.
The family would like to give a Special thanks to Dr Bester, the Staff at Nicola Valley Hospital, Nicola Valley Home Care and Staff at Gillis/Coquihalla House for their care and support.
A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of owers please make a donation to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
With great sadness we announce the passingpassing
Victor Harry Dadswell
March 19, 1934 – March 31, 2015
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In Loving Memory ofDavid Charles MorashJanuary 6, 1971 - April 14, 2008
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Your memory is a keepsakeWith which we will never part.God has you in his keeping,We have you in our Hearts.
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Conayt Friendship SocietyEmployment Opportunity
TERM FINANCE OFFICER (P/T – 3 days a week)
Reporting to the Executive Director the selected candidate will be responsible for the planning, coordinating, and administration of the Society’s Accounting Systems. All nance operations are to be consistent with the Conayt Friendship Society Financial Administration Policy adopted by the Board of Directors in 2014.
Qualications and Requirements:Post-secondary education in nance, accounting, • bookkeeping with some consideration given to business graduates; CA or CMA is preferred; Minimum ve years responsible accounting/• bookkeeping experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger and nancial reports.Knowledge of computerized accounting • (Adagio), but must be able to do a manual set of booksProcient computer skills in MS ofce, Internet, • and email;Excellent interpersonal and team skills; ability to • multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detailsKnowledge and awareness of Aboriginal cultures, • Friendship Centre’s, and urban issues Salary negotiable depending on education and • experience Successful applicant must pass a Criminal Record • Check; must be bondableSuccessful applicant must have a valid BC Driver’s • License with drivers abstractAs per Section 16 of the Federal Charter of Human • Rights Act, preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry
Closing Date: Tuesday April 14th, 2015 at 05:00pm
Please submit a cover letter and resume to:Attention: Executive Director
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HANK (Henry) McEwanJuly 20, 1930 - March 22, 2015
Born in Salmon Arm, BC - Died in Merritt, BC
“The Man with the Mountains in his Eyes” Hank rode across “The Great Divide” on Sunday, March 22 in the hills he
loved.He leaves behind his partner Susanna Hobbs, Daughter Marny McEwan and
her husband Pete, Sister Doris Morton, nephews and their families, friends from all over this world and his beloved horse, mule and dogs.
He was Hank, the Horseshoer. He lent a hand to anyone who needed help and wanted to learn. He was a master Farrier and taught the Farrier pro-gram at he Polytechnic Universities in California, Kelowna, and Langley at the Kwantlen University for forty years and shod horses for sixty ve years. He was an honoured member of the Canadian and American Farriers Associations. Inducted into the International Horse Shoeing Hall of Fame 2003.
Hank shod his last horse this past November and we headed to the hills for his last ride. He volunteered his whole life and was a valuable member of the Back Country Horsemen of B.C.
There will be a celebration of his well lived life on Friday, May 1 at 2 pm Newlands Golf Course - 21025 48th Ave., in Langley, BC
His ashes will be spread in his beloved Ashonola Mountains.If you care to, his request was any donations to Angels Animal Rescue Soci-
ety charity in Merritt, BC would be appreciated.A Native American PrayerI give to you this one thought to keepI am with you still, I do not sleep, I am the thousand winds that blowI am the diamond glints on the snow.I am the sunlight on ripened grains, I am the gentle autumn rain.When you awaken in the mornings hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled ight.I am the soft stars that shine at night.Do not think of me as gone, I am with you still in each new dawn.
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A First Nation organization with great economic and administration potential, located in the beautiful Nicola Valley, west of Merritt, has an excellent opportunity for an experienced:
ON CALL MAINTENANCE WORKER Reporting to Manager of Asset Management, the successful candidate will have Provincial Grade 12 or equivalent, valid class 5 drivers’ license, provide a clean criminal record check, be willing to take professional development courses and have the training, skills and abilities to be responsible for: Performing all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the
Nooaitch Indian Band policies, standards and procedures as directed by the Manager of Asset Management.
maintaining confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of Nooaitch Indian Band
responsible for the maintenance and repair of Nooaitch Indian Band buildings, grounds, roads, equipment, machinery, vehicles, septic and water systems, emergency systems, and building services, to include light plumbing, electrical, carpentry and mechanical as well as janitorial duties.
This is an on call position, offering a good compensation package along with the opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of a great community. Please forward a current résumé with references to: Arlene Johnston, CAFM, CAPA Band Administrator 2954 Shackelly Road, Merritt, B.C. V1K 1N9 [email protected] Fax: 250-378-3699
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The Merritt Herald, an award winning twice-weekly newspaper, published in the Nicola Valley, is seeking a full time advertising consultant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing. If you are a highly creative individual, with an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team environment and have good interpersonal and sales skills, a valid drivers licence and reliable vehicle - we would like to meet you. While experience is an asset, it is not a prerequisite.
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LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL (LNIB School)External Job Opportunities
(Job descriptions available upon request)
LEARNING ASSISTANT TEACHERThe Lower Nicola Band School is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the Learning Assistance Teacher. This individual will oversee the Learning Assistance Program, report writing, supervise the SEA Staff, work closely with the classroom teachers, design and monitor IEP’s, liason with Therapists and Professionals in the community for assessments, make referrals, follow up and maintain good communication with parents. It is expected that this individual will implement a holistic approach to working effectively with the students and Staff.
Qualications: Category 4 or 5 Teaching Degree; Teaching • Certication - BC College of Teachers;Teaching experience, preferably in a First Nations • School;Training and experience in working with special • needs students;Assistance with scheduling and implementing • reading programsExperience in supervising support staff; some • principal assisted duties;Excellent organizational, communication, leadership • and interpersonal skills;Knowledge and experience using Assistive • TechnologyWorking knowledge of curriculum, effective • instructional methodologies and a holistic approach to meeting the individual learning needs of students;Willing to gain new knowledge and skills, be exible, • positive and a team player;Experience in developing and implementing IEP’s • and special needs programming;Knowledge of N’lakapamux Language/Culture an • asset.
Criminal Records Check is mandatory for all positions.
SALARY: NegotiableDEADLINE: April 10, 2015START DATE: August 31, 2015 (Summer Institute)
Interested candidates to submit resume and cover letter and three references to:
Angie Sterling, PrincipalThe Lower Nicola Band School
201 Horn Road, MERRITT, B.C. VIK 1M9Phone: (250) 378-5527 Fax: (250) 378-6389
Email: [email protected]
Reporting to the Education Department Manager, the Education Coordinator’s primary role will be to assist in the planning, developing and administrating the affairs of the Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) Education programs and services.DUTIES AND TASKS:
Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Lower Nicola Band policies, regulations and procedures and as directed by the Education Manager;Assist in providing support services to the Lower Nicola Indian Band students, Parents and Teachers in the Public School system; Assist in processing Post Secondary Education Applications for education assistance;Assist in providing academic advising to post-secondary students;Maintain and update the confidential Education filing system;In consultation with the Education Department Manager and the Director of Human Services, develop and amend as appropriate a short term and long term education plan for LNIB;Liaises with students, parents and Public School Teachers; Preparation of reports to the Department of Indian Affairs and funding agencies in consultation with the Education Manager;Maintain a database of the training and education of the Lower Nicola Indian Band Community.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:Minimum Grade 12 with at least 2-4 yrs College or University;A Degree or Diploma in Education Administration or a Degree or Diploma in Business Administration;Minimum of two (2) years related experience preferably in an equivalent First Nations Education position; Computer competency in Microsoft products and applications;Ability to speak or have the willingness to learn the Nlaka”pamux language, culture and traditions;Solid interpersonal, administration/organization and problem solving skills;Proficient and articulate in oral and written communication;Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload and work independently;Possession of a valid driver’s license;Access to a reliable vehicle;Must be willing to submit to a criminal record check;Have knowledge of LNIB’s resources.
Salary: Based on experienceDeadline: April 17, 2015Start Date: As soon as possible.Applicants are requested to submit their resume to the Lower Nicola Indian Band office at:
Lower Nicola Indian BandAttn: Education Department Manager
181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, BC V1K 0A7or Fax 250-378-6188
Attention Education Department ManagerWe thank all those that apply however, only those selected for
an interview will be contacted.
Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB)Job Posting: Education Coordinator
The selected candidate will be responsible for work with the Development Clinician and in partnership with Aboriginal colleagues and knowledge-keepers to build capacity within the Aboriginal community to respond to children/youth, with serious emotional/behavioral disorders and to respond to their families and / or caregivers. Reporting to the Programs Manager the Aboriginal Wellness Coordinator ensures the program remains, efficient, effective and accountable to the Society, its funding partners and stakeholders.
Qualifications and Requirements:Degree in Social Work is preferred; Three years recent related employment experience including one year program coordination;Knowledge and awareness of Aboriginal cultures, Friendship Centre’s, and urban issues;Familiar with Ministry of Children & Families Development Case Management practices;Maintain clear and accurate records; strong reporting component required (monthly, quarterly, annual)Community Development, facilitation, teaching and group leadership skills;Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to deal effectively and compassionately with clients, family members and collaborate with outside agencies;Must be able to navigate through and discern information and resources specific to the client need; maintain trust and confidentiality with clientsProficient computer skills in MS office, Internet, and email;Knowledge of basic accounting, financial statements, budget management;Successful applicant must pass a Criminal Record Check for working with children & vulnerable adultsSuccessful applicant must have a valid BC Driver’s License with drivers abstractAs per Section 16 of the Federal Charter of Human Rights Act, preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry
Closing Date: Tuesday April 16th, 2015 at 05:00pm
Please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Attention: Executive DirectorConayt Friendship Society
2164 Quilchena Ave.PO Box 1989 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
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City facing staff shortage for summerThe City of Merritt is down two managers and will be working through a staff shortage for most of the summer, Chief Administrative Officer Matt Noble said after a regular council meeting on Tuesday.
It was Financial Services Manager Pat Sibilleau’s last Merritt city council meeting before she moves to a new position in Alberta. After two years with the City of Merritt, Sibilleau is moving on to pursue an opportunity in Wood Buffalo. There, she will be the manager of financial planning for the regional municipality, which includes
Fort McMurray.“It’s a new adventure; it’s nothing against Merritt in any way,” said Sibilleau. “I had a great run here, I think I’ve contributed to some successes of the administration and council, but an opportunity came up that I couldn’t turn down as an advancement for my career so I’m on my way north.”
She said the job there will be a busy one.“I’ll be doing there, full-time, what I do off a corner of my desk here,” she said with a laugh.Sibilleau said she is most
proud of the good relation-ship she’s established with council during her time in Merritt.“To be able to establish that kind of relationship
with a council is quite rewarding,” Sibilleau said.At the meeting, coun-cil gave her a round of applause when discussing her departure. Merritt Mayor Susan Roline thanked Sibilleau for all the hard work she has done for the city.
Noble said Sibilleau’s departure leaves a big hole to fill.
“Pat’s given us some real productivity improvements and she’s invested a lot of time here,” Noble said.“That said, she has an opportunity that’s going to fit into her long-range plans and certainly we couldn’t compete with that, so all we
can do is really support her as she’s supported us.”
By Michael PotestioTHE HERALD
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Family of Darcie Clarke defends NCR Reform Act
Family members of a woman
whose children were murdered by
their father in Merritt in 2008 are
speaking up in support of the Not
Criminally Responsible Reform
Act.The act would change the
release reviews for those found not
criminally responsible from annual
hearings to hearings every three
years, which Darcie Clarke’s family
members say will correct an imbal-
ance in the current review system.
“What is being proposed is what
we – the families of victims all
across Canada – have been asking
for: people found not criminally
responsible get better supports than
are currently in place; the commu-
nity as a whole receives the protec-
tions [it] deserve[s]; and the fami-
lies of victims finally get more time
to heal,” reads a statement released
by Clarke and her cousin, Stacy
Galt, on the victims’ advocacy web-
site 4darcie.ca.
Allan Schoenborn was found
not criminally responsible by reason
of mental disorder for the mur-
ders of his and Clarke’s children,
10-year-old Kaitlynne, eight-year-
old Max, and five-year-old Cordon.
Clarke and Galt have worked
with Prime Minister Stephen
Harper, Attorney General Rob
Nicholson and Canadian Heritage
Minister James Moore on the bill
for nearly five years. They say the
changes will bring victims’ rights
into balance with those of people
found not criminally responsible.
The bill passed its second read-
ing in the House of Commons late
last month with a vote of 242 to
34 and will now be reviewed by a
committee and reported on before
its third reading.
If the bill basses its third read-
ing, it gets royal assent and becomes
law. “This is a bill that reminds the
courts and provincial review boards
that victims matter. In fact, it is
more than a reminder that victims
matter — it will hopefully soon be
the law,” the statement says.
The bill also addresses imbal-
ances in the legislation surrounding
those found not criminally respon-
sible, including that there is no legal
obligation to notify members of the
community if a high-risk offender
leaves or escapes from a facility, and
treating and classifying those with
lengthy violent histories differently
than those with mental disorders,
the statement says.
In 2011, the B.C. Review Board
granted Schoenborn escorted visits
into the community from the Port
Coquitlam psychiatric facility where
he was being held. That permission
was revoked after opposition from
Clarke’s family, who said she was
living nearby.
Schoenborn’s request to transfer
to a psychiatric facility in Selkirk,
Man. was approved by the B.C.
Review Board in February, but has
yet to be carried out. Clarke’s fami-
ly opposes that move as well, saying
she has family in the Selkirk area.
Mother of triple murder victims says Bill C-54 protects victims’ rights
By Emily Wessel
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Runners convene for Merritt race
Merritt held its fourth annual
Country Run Sunday and the event
saw people of all ages participate in
the 5K, 10K and half-marathon runs.
In total, there were about 300 par-
ticipants, said event organizer Mary
Jorgensen.The 5K had 157 runners, and
the 10K attracted 100 participants.
Thirty-three people ran the half-
marathon.
Former Rotary Club of Merritt
president Darch Oborne partici-
pated in the half-marathon race. The
68-year-old is an avid runner, having
completing three marathons in 53
days just two weeks ago. When asked
how he manages to run so much in
such a short period of time, Oborne
answered, “You gotta do it while
you’re young.
“Relative to tomorrow, I’m young,”
he told the Herald.
Another relatively young runner
to take part in the half-marathon
was 78-year-old Bruce Butcher from
Kamloops. He was one of the last
to cross the finish line but when the
crowd, which had amassed back at
the starting line in Voght Park, saw
him heading to the finish, everyone
cheered. Oborne even went back to
jog a bit with Butcher.
Butcher started running marathons
when he retired at age 66 and said
his daughter was a big inspiration for
him.“She’s done the Ironman [triath-
lon] and she led the way. [She] said,
‘Dad, why don’t you run?’ so I did,”
said Butcher.
Families came out to run as well.
Helen Asseltine and her eight-year-
old daughter Paige finished the 5K
race together. Her husband Graeme
and six-year-old son Isaac were not
far behind. Even her mother-in-law,
Bernice Asseltine, 82, took on the 5K
race at the Country Run.
“This was her first 5K and it was
our first time doing it together,” Helen
said about running the race with her
daughter.
See ‘Country Run’ Page 3
By Michael Potestio
THE HERALD
OFF TO THE RACES Seven-year-old Calvin Little leads a pack of runners in the 5K at the Merritt Country Run on Sunday. The
races attracted participants from all walks of life and from as far away as Ontario. Ian Webster/Herald
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