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ILLEGAL DUMPING UP 20 TO 30 PER CENT SAYS LNIB By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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Illegal dumping in Lower Nicola has increased in the last year by about 20 or 30 per cent, despite efforts from the Thompson-Nicola Regional District such as offering Free Dump Days, says the Lower Nicola Indian Band capital works manager. About 335 vehicles full of garbage arrived for the free dump on Sunday, April 15, but the amount of garbage piling up at illegal dump stations throughout Lower Nicola is increasing. “We have quite a number of piles happening all over the reserve,” said Hyrum Peterson, capital works manager for the LNIB. He said the amount of illegal dumping was lower before the pay-as-you-throw system was implemented in 2009. This spring, his department blocked off a massive dump station along Lindley Creek Road. “We put some concrete outposts there in the last couple months,” he said. “I’m hoping that’s curtailed some of the dumping over there.” He said trucks were backing up to the edge of a cliff and dumping garbage, but that can’t happen with the new blockades. Much of the debris includes shingles and other construction materials, indicating it is a main stop for contractors looking to cut back on some expenses, Peterson said. “These are the unscrupulous contractors, the flyby-nighter, the undercutters,

Top: LNIB Capital Works Manager Hyrum Peterson says illegal dumping on the reserve lands continues to increase since the TNRD implemented the pay-as-youthrow system at the Lower Nicola Landfill. Still, on April 15, nearly 335 vehicles arrived at the landfill to participate in the district’s annual Free Dump Day. Phillip Woolgar/Herald Right: This photo, taken in May 2011, indicates one location on the reserve that has been used as an illegal dumping ground. Discarded items included furniture, bedding and animal carcasses. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

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Open fires in the Nicola Valley will be restricted as of noon on May 15. This restriction applies to all areas of the Kamloops Fire Centre (except Clearwater and Salmon Arm) and prohibits activities such as burning waste or slash in an effort to help prevent human-caused wildfires and to protect the public. “We’re giving people almost a month notice to get their burning taken care of,” said Fire Information Officer Kevin Skrepnek. Skrepnek reports that Kamloops Fire Centre crews have responded to wildfires covering more than 100 hectares since April 1, many resulting from poorly planned open burning. Three of these wildfires took place in the Nicola Valley. Two fires in the Nicola Valley, which were related to open burns, covered nearly 14 hectares. A third, located near Highway 97C, covered only half a hectare, but it appears to have been started by someone toss-

ing a cigarette out of a vehicle, said Skrepnek. While he said the prohibition is consistent with last year, wildfires in 2012 appear to be above average. “Last year we had just over 500 hectares in total of wildfires, and we’ve already had over 100,” said Skrepnek. “The main thing is that over the winter there was a lot less precipitation in the lower elevation areas, which is usually an indicator of a more intense early fire season.” The open fire prohibition will last until Oct. 15, 2012 and specifically prohibits the following: • Burning any waste, slash or other materials (piled or unpiled) larger than one metre by one metre. • Burning more than two open fires of any size at the same time. • Stubble or grass fires of any size over any area. • The use of fireworks or burning barrels of any size or description. The restriction does not ban campfires (half a metre high by half a metre wide) and doesn’t include cooking stoves. Campfire restrictions will be considered on a case by case basis, said Skrepnek.

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It’s official — Dollar Tree is tentatively scheduled to open its doors on Saturday, May 26, in the Quilchena Square Shopping Centre. “Obviously some things can change, but that is the day we are looking at opening,” said Shelley Davis, spokesperson for Dollar Tree. “This will be a nice-sized store.” The store will be an estimated 8,500 square feet and will likely employ 15 people, she added. “We’re definitely coming to Merritt and we’re really excited to be doing so,” she said. “The company continues to grow and we do like to be where our core customers are.” The store is scheduled to hold a grand opening ceremony during its opening at the end of May. She said unlike

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other dollar stores, the Dollar Tree has a single price point. The store will sell everyday basics, namebrand snacks, seasonal

merchandise and other items, all for $1.25, Davis said. Dollar Trees in the United States sell each item for $1, but the

company raised the price in Canada due to their interpretation of the exchange rate. Dollar Tree has operated for more

than 25 years. “We are proud that we continue to grow, and this may not be the only store in your area,” she said.

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Teachers vote to stop after-school activities By Jeff Nagel

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Public school teachers voted 73 per cent in favour of withdrawing extracurricular activities province-wide, to intensify pressure on the provincial government in the continuing labour dispute. The B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) vote could affect everything from high school graduation ceremonies to upcoming sports events. Meanwhile, a decision of B.C.’s Labour Relations Board has ordered unionized teachers to prepare second-term report cards immediately, something some teachers had resisted as part

of job action. The ruling gives teachers until April 27 to have them ready. Public school teachers walked out for three days in March before the provincial government passed Bill 22, legislating them back to work with a six-month cooling off period. A total of 21,625 teachers voted to ban volunteer work, while 7,846 voted against the option. BCTF president Susan Lambert said cancelling extracurricular activities was a wrenching choice. “Teachers struggle with this because these activities bring so much joy to our engagement with students,” she said. “We know this will

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mean the loss of some highly valued activities, and we sincerely regret that. But we have to look at the bigger picture and the longer term.” The decision is expected to pit the teachers, who still want to coach teams and run

student clubs in defiance of the BCTF decision, against more militant teachers who will be able to ask their union locals to take disciplinary action. Education Minister George Abbott told reporters the BCTF vote to ban extracurricular activities will divide teachers, punish students and leave parents overseeing functions like grad ceremonies. “It’s their personal decision,” Abbott said. “And I don’t believe it’s appropriate for the BCTF to be trying to interfere in that.” Abbott also defended his choice of a mediator in the dispute, Dr. Charles Jago,

who the BCTF alleges is biased. If talks with the BCTF fail to reach a mediated settlement, the government would likely legislate a two-year contract, ending June 30, 2013. Abbott said he can’t guarantee the dispute won’t disrupt the start of the school year next fall. The action plan approved by the BCTF membership also calls for a public awareness campaign to mobilize public opposition to Bill 22, a possible future vote on a full withdrawal of services and work in advance of the May 2013 election “to bring in a new government” that will repeal the legislation.

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HERALD OPINION Imagine an NDP government NDP victories in two byelections bring the standings in the legislature to 46 B.C. Liberals, 36 NDP and three independents, one of whom has pledged allegiance to the B.C. Conservatives. B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins put a brave face on his third-place finish in Port MoodyCoquitlam and Chilliwack-Hope. Even in bedrock conservative Fraser Valley farm country, in a protest byelection with a high-profile candidate, the B.C. Conservatives managed to attract just enough to deliver a landmark NDP seat. The NDP was helped by the absence of the B.C. Green Party on the byelection ballots, with most of its five-per-cent support from 2009 presumably going to the winners. Cummins said his party’s goal going into the Port MoodyCoquitlam vote, with an unknown candidate and a handful of volunteers, was to break 10 per cent. They got 15 per cent and he declared a moral victory. Cummins rejected a possible merger with the “discredited” B.C. Liberals. Premier Christy Clark was equally emphatic that she will be the leader of the “free enterprise coalition” in the 2013 election. So the stage is set for an NDP majority government. What will that look like? Well, Port Moody mayor-turnedMLA Joe Trasolini has a wealth of local government experience, so pencil him in as municipal affairs minister. A long-time supporter of the B.C. Liberals, Trasolini should clarify if he endorses the NDP constitution, which still opposes all profit-making activity. He’s not the only high-profile newcomer likely to be included in an Adrian Dix cabinet. New NDP candidates from union executive ranks will likely include long-time Hospital Employees’ Union president Judy

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CHRIS FOULDS KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK Via a vote of its members, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) has reaffirmed its commitment to have its teachers stop volunteering for sports and other activities after school hours. I remain of the opinion this decision will

do little to further the union’s cause and do much to hurt students who want to play sports, plan graduation ceremonies and practise music and drama after hours. After all, it is clear the B.C. Liberals will not budge from their Bill 22 stance and depriving kids of supervision and coaching/teaching outside of classroom hours will do nothing to help the BCTF on the optics front. However, after having a talk with Jason Karpuk, president of the Kamloops-Thompson Teachers’ Association, I

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have a better idea of why the union feels it needs to do this — though I still remain not convinced it is a decision that merits applause. Karpuk is obviously passionate about the cause and, though pressed for time while in union meetings in Penticton and bombarded with calls from media while on the line with me, he managed to talk for as long as I needed — which was a good 15 minutes or so. First, to the teachers’ vote last week. There are about 41,000 BCTF members.

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Of those, 21,625 voted in favour of protest action that includes full withdrawal from extracurricular activities, work on defeating the B.C. Liberal government in the 2013 election campaign and the possibility of a full strike, pending another vote in the future. Another 7,846 voted against the plan. That leaves about 12,000 teachers who did not vote, which means about half of all teachers eligible to vote cast a ballot in favour of the protest action. The other half voted against or chose

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not to vote. Based on the numbers, hardly a case of sending a “powerful message,” as proclaimed by BCTF president Susan Lambert. However, Karpuk believes a 72 per cent turnout — with 73 per cent of those voting with the union’s protest plan — is indeed convincing. Consider, Karpuk said, voter-turnout numbers in federal, provincial and municipal election. Now, to the issue at hand — teachers deciding to withdraw extracurricular activities for

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Protest does nothing but hurt students the rest of the year as a way to protest Bill 22. If teachers decide to coach or teach or supervise after-hours — as at least two in Vancouver have publicly vowed to do — any discipline is left up to local associations, according to Karpuk. In the Kamloops-Thompson school district, there has not been a case in which the association has had to address such breaches in solidarity, though Karpuk did say there have been instances in which teachers have been spoken to “member-tomember,” with an explanation of why the union wishes to have its members retain solidarity. “It has been handled with

that explanation and left at that,” Karpuk said. As for the decision to withdraw extracurricular services, when it will not change the B.C. Liberal stance? Karpuk said the protest action is intended to show the public what it is teachers do out of a passion for their profession as opposed to what they are required to do by the fine print of their contract. “It draws attention to the fact that, if we are going to be disrespected, why would we volunteer in a system that disrespects us?” This stance will certainly anger many and draw applause from others outside the teachers’ union. The same can be said for within the union as that divide is evident in the BCTF voting

numbers. Karpuk did touch on issues in the classroom, issues other than salary and coaching. He mentioned teachers having to buy supplies and teachers who have to buy computers. There are teachers who buy food to give to students who come to school hungry. Those issues, and the wellcovered class-size and classcomposition debate, are the real issues, the true concerns upon which this labour impasse should be focused. Karpuk said as much, but the union, by engaging in a protest that does nothing but hurt students, is only helping to take attention away from what matters most to its teachers and to the students they teach.

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Darcy. She no longer talks about bringing a “Marxist analysis” to economic matters. Darcy is now best known for leading the long court battle against the B.C. Liberal government’s contract-breaking legislation of 2002. The eventual decision of the Supreme Court of Canada basically invented a constitutional right to collective bargaining. (The high court could also ponder if there might be a right not to belong to a union, but that’s another story.) Then there’s George Heyman, the longtime B.C. Government Employees’ Union president. After leaving the BCGEU, Heyman has taken a turn as executive director of Sierra Club B.C., a branch plant of the U.S. enviromachine that works against B.C. forest, mining, power and petroleum development. These folks would be working with Stephen Howard, who went from senior positions at the BCGEU and CUPE to his current role as Dix’s chief of staff. Dix, of course, benefited from the sudden ouster of Carole James, who made the mistake of trying to loosen big labour’s grip on the NDP and modernize some of its quaint 1930s notions. Then we have B.C.’s third-largest political party, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, which has already confirmed it will continue its long campaign to replace the B.C. Liberals with the NDP next year. Such a team brings impressive experience, but unfortunately for taxpayers, much of that experience has been in extracting money from the public treasury. And if recent B.C. history is any guide, this fundamental conflict of interest will receive little or no media attention in the months to come. Instead, the conventional wisdom will be that voters want “change.” • Correction: Last week’s column referred to the 1971 Greenpeace campaign against atmospheric nuclear testing. That protest boat was directed at a U.S. nuclear test off Alaska, not a Soviet test as stated. Subsequent Greenpeace protests targeted the Soviet slaughter of grey whales, and the last atmospheric nuclear tests, conducted by France in the South Pacific. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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Parking changes take effect by end of May By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD

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Parking changes planned for the area in front of Merritt’s recreation complex should be in effect by the end of May, said City staff overseeing the modification. “Line painters will be here before the end of May and signs will be going in as quickly as we can get them,” said Merritt Bylaw Services Officer Bob Davis. The changes — which include limiting pick-up/drop-off areas outside the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre and the Memorial Arena to two minutes instead of 15 minutes, placing a two-hour parking limit

to spaces along Mamette Avenue, and extending the yellow no-parking area in front of the arena — are being implemented primarily for safety, said Leisure Services Manager Larry Plotnikoff. With an arena that can accommodate up to 1,000 people, besides the nearby aquatic centre and curling rink, Plotnikoff said the area tends to be congested. “You get a lot of people walking across the street and we have to get traffic under control here so people are safe,” he said. Emergency access was also a concern for both Plotnikoff and Davis. Currently, the City has parking in the

Quit-smoking program still popular By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

The B.C. government’s quitsmoking program has hit the six-month mark, with more than 100,000 orders for free nicotine patches, gum or antismoking drugs. Health Minister Mike de Jong said Wednesday about half of those are first-time applicants, for a program that allows up to two refills of 12-week supplies of quit-smoking aids. The 50,000 people represent about nine per cent of the 550,000 people in B.C. who still smoke. Scott McDonald, CEO of the B.C. Lung Association, said 15 per cent of B.C. residents smoke, the lowest rate in Canada. But that is still too many. “About 70 per cent of habitual smokers want to kick the habit, and we want to motivate them to make an attempt,” McDonald said. “They’re not always successful.” The Lung Association estimates that when people try to quit cold tur-

key, they are only successful between four and six per cent of the time. With the help of nicotine patches, gum or prescription drugs, that success rate doubles, and with the help of counselling available through the program it improves again, so the association expects about 10 per cent of people in the B.C. program will quit for good. De Jong said even with that success rate, the program is a good investment because it saves the province “much, much more” by avoiding smokingrelated cancer and other diseases. B.C. residents may apply to get gum or patches by calling 8-1-1. Or Pharmacare will cover the cost of a 12-week supply of Champix or Zyban, if prescribed by a doctor to ease smoking withdrawal. The 8-1-1 line to HealthLink BC provides general health advice, and can refer callers to telephone support for those trying to quit smoking. Starting in May, the program website www. quitnow.ca will also offer the option of real-time chat with a counsellor.

lots surrounding the complex to accommodate 165 vehicles; however, Plotnikoff said people attending events need to be prepared to walk a few blocks. “We have reserved parking for those who are mobility disabled, but for the majority of people, walking a few blocks shouldn’t be a big deal,” he said. The changes come in response to comments from people who access the facilities, as well as observations from City staff. As the City prepares for the change, Plotnikoff said staff will inform the public so everyone is aware of the changes before enforcement begins when signs are up.

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PRIVATE SETTING

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REVENUE PROPERTY

133 ACRES - SAVONA

NEW

3 bedrm custom built home with timber frame beams with superior finishing throughout. Master bedrm ensuite has glass block W/I shower. 2 bedrms & den up. Geothermal radiant heat. Detached garage.

Allie Lake Ranch of 133 acres with mainly flat usable land surrounding lake. Has 2 main cabins + 3 guest cabins. Fantastic recreational area. Incredible opportunity. 15 mins. from Deadman Falls.

#1662

#1663

$849,900

WATERFRONT MOBILE

$639,000

#1664

CUTE & COZY

$177,700

ON THE BENCH

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Cozy 2 bedroom home with attached 1 bedrm living quarters at back. Private, fenced backyard with covered deck & fruit trees. Great for retirees or first time buyers. Close to all amenities.

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Very nice 2 bedroom mobile in well maintained park overlooking the golf course. Open design with laminate floors throughout. Comes with appliances, skylights & window coverings.

2 bedroom in downtown core with lane access. Newly painted interior, new carpet throughout, new faucets and minor improvements done. Good area, easy walking distance to shopping.

Well maintained 4 bedrm family home in great location across the school. Has had many upgrades including kitchen countertops, newly stained cabinets, laminate flooring carpet, paint & updated bath & back fenced.

#1661

#1526

#1568

$57,900

$99,000

COLDWATER HILLS APPROX. 10 ACRE LOTS

$279,900

Now servicing LOGAN LAKE Call Ray Thompson 250-315-3377

Seller to pay HST on lot sales until April 30, 2012

Prices Starting at $189,000 Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcel with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have pre-approved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells, but all have a govâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t required hydrology study to assure Buyers of ample domestic water. #1442.

#102-2840 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. - 250-378-6166 - Toll Free: 1-877-841-2100

$849,900

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Doug Beech (Owner) 378-4219

Century 21 Moving Real Estate BC Ltd.

Lana McPharlane 315-3748

Trista Robinson 378-7767

#102 - 2840 Voght St., Merritt, BC www.movingrealestate.ca

BRING YOUR HORSES

NEW

21 ACRES

RECREATIONAL AREA

ON THE BENCH

TOWNHOME

#1662

$849,900

50 acre farm with 2100 sq.ft. rancher, 5 bedrooms, newer furnace and views. Approx. 15 acres in hay. Large shop/ storage area with high ceilings, horse bar & hay storage.

#1635

$499,900

Personal Real Estate Corporation

315-3548

315-3043

REVENUE PROPERTY

QUIET LOCATION

Now servicing Logan Lake, Call Ray Thompson.

Ray Thompson 315-3377

GREAT LOCATION

COUNTRY LIVING

QUIET CUL DE SAC

Large 5 bedroom family home with updated laminate flooring, newly painted, large open living/dining area, new bathroom, spacious kitchen with access to huge covered deck. Bsmt has potential for inlaw suite. Close to amenities.

Rural living on 9.75 acres with 3 bedroom home with 24x26 detached shop. Nice valley views. Room for gardening, farming or just relaxing. Approx. 20 minutes from Merritt.

Large family home with 3 bedrms up, formal dining, countr y kitchen w/adjoining family rm, bay window in living rm with newer laminate flooring. Huge rec.rm, an office and 4th bedrm on main plus 850 sq.ft. unfin. bsmt.

#1659

#1658

#1636

NEW

3 bedrm custom built home with timber frame beams with superior finishing throughout. Master bedrm ensuite has glass block W/I shower. 2 bedrms & den up. Geothermal radiant heat. Detached garage.

Brad Yakimchuk

Debra Schindler

250-378-6166 or Toll Free: 1-877-841-2100 Fax: 378-4344

Moving Real Estate BC Ltd. PRIVATE SETTING

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Custom built post & beam home with stunning views. Polished concrete floors with some in-laid etchings & in-floor radiant heat. 5 bedrms, 3 bath, maple cabinets in kitchen. Drilled well produced ample water.

#1604

$649,900

Private 10 acres in Kane Valley with heated shop. Backs onto crown land. 3 bedrm home with fully fin. bsmt, 3 baths, HW floors, Mill Creek kitchen, view off front deck. Just 2 hrs from Vancouver. #1593 $689,000

3 bedroom townhome in park-like setting with view to Nicola River. Open design living & dining room with galley kitchen with nook. Laundry on main. Hobby & rec.room down. Double carport. #1637 $259,000

Great level entry 4 bedrm rancher with a walkout bsmt. Oak kitchen, huge sundeck, new laminate floors in the basement. Spectacular views of the valley. Fenced backyard, 1 car garage.

Executive 2 bedrm, 2 bath rancher close to golf course. Features central A/C, JennAir stovetop, Jacuzzi tub in main, oak HW floors, bright open kitchen with large island & bonus room above garage.

#1606

#1640

$299,000

$325,000

Cozy 2 bedroom home with attached 1 bedrm living quarters at back. Private fenced backyard with covered deck & fruit trees. Great for retirees or first time buyers. Close to all amenities. #1664 $177,700

$289,000

$389,000

$299,900

LARGE HOME

EXECUTIVE HOME

DESIREABLE AREA

NICE FAMILY AREA

APARTMENT

DESIRABLE AREA

VIEW OF RIVER

IN MILLER ESTATES

LARGE BENCH HOME

PIECE OF PARADISE

SPACIOUS HOME

6 bedrm home in good area, close to schools. Approx. 2700 sq.ft., 3 bedrm suite in bsmt, 3 bedrms on top floor. Huge sundeck. Fenced backyard. Perfect for a large family. #1522 $279,900

Features include Jacobi HW floors, slate, tile & carpet throughout. Gourmet kitchen with Maple cabinets, large living rm, den & family rm with doors leading to deck & great views. A must see! #1525 $559,900

Spectacular Bench home with open design, sunken living rm, oak kitchen, vaulted ceilings, ceramic tile, HW floors. Has 2 bedrm inlaw suite in walkout bsmt. Double garage. #1585 $435,000

5 bedroom home with 2 baths, fully finished bsmt with large family room, big sundeck off kitchen for those BBQ days. Has mature landscaping and single car garage. #1519 $204,900

At The Vibe. Quality 2 bedrm unit with open design plan, Maple shaker style cabinets, granite countertops, laminate & carpet flooring. Has A/C. Ground floor unit. Comes with warranty. #1513 $169,000

Has private backyard with natural stream & fish pond. 3 bedrms up, countr y kitchen with formal dining, wood airtight in bsmt and new laminate floors. Has cold room & storage.

Riverfront townhome with walkout bsmt and well cared for adult complex. 3 bedrms, 4 pce ensuite, gas F/P in living rm, huge rec.rm with door to backyard. Easy walk to downtown.

This renovated home includes new flooring, paint, light fixtures & U/G sprinklers. 5 bedrms, 3.5 baths, living rm with 19 ft vaulted ceilings, bsmt with extra large rec.rm & lots of storage

Beautiful 12.6 acres with Roberts Creek meandering through property. Custom built 3 bedrm rancher with spacious rooms, kitchen w/island & bay window. Living rm has woodstove. Large wrap around deck.

Immaculate 4 bedrm half duplex with private yard. Open design, newer laminate floors, tile floors & new paint. Countr y style open kitchen. U/G sprinklers, sundeck in backyard. Comes with 5 appliances.

#1594

#1520

Custom built 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with full basement and captivating views of Sunshine Valley. Nestled in the pines, privacy is yours. Has detached garage and large dog kennel. #1596 $495,000

#1586

#1551

LOCATION, LOCATION

UNBELIEVABLE GARAGE

BRING YOUR HORSES

DOWNTOWN

LARGE DETACHED SHOP

IN MCCALLUM GARDENS

ON 2.35 ACRES

SPACIOUS RANCHER

QUIET STREET

IN LOWER NICOLA

GREAT AREA

4 bedrm home on the Bench with great views. New HW and tile floors & new paint. Includes B/I vac, skylights, new lights fixtures & all appliances, 3 baths, fully fin. bsmt. Double garage.

Executive 3 bedrm rancher on the Bench with inground pool in private, fenced backyard. Open design kitchen, sunken living rm with gas F/P, 4 pce ensuite w/jetted tub. Fully fin. basement.

4 bedrm home with fully finished bsmt with big family room. Newer furnace. 30x18 detached garage/workshop plus a carport. RV parking. Private yard. Close to schools & shopping. #1577 $229,950

3 bedrm bungalow on 2.35 Ac. Quality finishing throughout. New laminate floor in dining/living room, open design. Large master bedrm has gas F/P, & 4 pce enst. Large rec.rm in bsmt. #1575 $479,000

Well planned 3 bedrm, 3 bath rancher with 5 pce ensuite. Large living rm, kitchen has eating area + dining room. Huge covered deck, single garage with lots of storage. Comes with appliances.

Beautiful park setting at end of cul de sac in Lower Nicola. Unique home with vaulted tongue & groove ceilings, open floor plan, deluxe bath, open loft overlooks main floor. Private deck & fire it in backyard.

#1558

#1499

Spacious 3 bedrm home on large fenced lot. Upgrades throughout entire house include flooring, kitchen cabinets & appliances, furnace, gyproc & both baths. RV parking. #1529 $269,000

5 bedrm home with fully finished bsmt, close to schools. New vinyl windows. Furnace has been upgraded. Huge fenced backyard, single garage & garden area. Comes with appliances.

#1482

Cozy 3 bedrm bungalow within walking distance to all amenities in downtown core. Comfy living room with gas F/P. Spacious kitchen with lots of cupboards. Bsmt needs some work. Covered deck. Detached garage. #1556 $169,000

2 bedrm rancher in adult oriented community. Private end unit in excellent condition. Vaulted ceiling, gas F/P in living rm, 3 pce ensuite with W/I shower. Formal dining area. Close to parks.

#1557

17.2 fenced acres in Sunshine Valley. 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with open design with eating bar in kitchen. Includes 3000 sq.ft. horse stable with 8 stalls, heated water bowls & rubber mats. #1603 $760,000

HALF ACRE LOT

NEW RANCHER

BENCH VIEW HOME

PRIVATE BACKYARD

$389,000

$359,900

5 BEAUTIFUL ACRES

PANORAMIC VIEWS

$345,000

#1241

$169,000

IN KANE VALLEY

$249,000

$269,000

$379,900

$259,000

5 VIEW ACRES

ON THE BENCH

Beautiful rancher completely updated on 5 acres with large deck, huge heated shop & horse facilities. Easy access off Hwy.8, close to schools. Zoned SH! For agricultural uses. #1515 $525,000

VIEW ACREAGE

QUIET CUL DE SAC

Lovely, well maintained, 2 bedrm, 2 bath home on approx. ½ acre lot in Lower Nicola. Upgrades include new flooring in living rm & bedrms, new heat pump, furnace, paint. Heated shop.

#1590

#1657

$219,900

#1588

$259,900

CLOSE TO GOLF COURSE

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D SOL Custom built home on ½ acre with panoramic views. Home has 4 bedrms, 3 baths, custom cabinetr y, HW floors, fully finished bsmt, hardi plank siding and huge wrap around deck. #1530 $499,000

$525,000

$299,900

Beautiful new rancher in central location with 3 bedrms, walk-in closet & 4 pce ensuite. Open floor plan. Kitchen has maple cabinets, eating bar, pantr y, new appliances, B/I vac. Double garage.

#1578

GREAT STARTER HOME

Beautiful log home on 10 acres with large coAvered deck to watch the wildlife. Open concept on main floor, roomy master bedrm, great kitchen area, walkout bsmt w/inlaw suite. New barn. Great rec. area.

$295,000

#1587

OPPORTUNITY

HALF DUPLEX

$649,000

5 bedrm post & beam construction home with views of the valley. Fully finished bsmt with spacious family rm. Single garage with workshop area. Well maintained yard with mature shrubs. #1562 $345,000

4 bedrm rancher with great views, private backyard with patio. Oak countr y kitchen, formal dining, huge living rm with vaulted ceilings. Enusite with jetted tub. Inlaw suite. Central A/C.

#1571

Well maintained 4 bedrm family home across the Bench elementary. This home has many upgrades including kitchen countertop, newly stained cabinets, laminate flooring, carpet, paint & more.

#1568

$279,900

FENCED DOUBLE LOT

INCLUDES 2 LOTS

PRIVATE ACREAGE

HUGE LOT

NICE CORNER LOT

$325,000

5 ac hobby farm with 4 bedrm, 2 bath home, oak kitchen with new S/S appliances, huge covered deck, fully fin. bsmt with huge rec.rm & wet bar. Has double garage & detached workshop. #1553 $434,900

Quality finished 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath home with some HW floors, Italian tile floors, skylights custom mouldings. Chef’s kitchen with all appl. & pantr y. Central A/C, BI vac & water softener. #1569 $376,000

LOOKS LIKE NEW

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Newer well built home on 5.63 acres with over-sized double garage/shop. Home has 3 bedrms, 3 baths, open floor plan and view of valley & river. Quality kitchen with marble countertops. #1601 $499,900

Well maintained, 3 bedrm rancher at end of cul de sac & within walking distance to downtown. Bright sunny kitchen w/patio doors to covered deck, gas F/P in living rm, lots of storage cupboards.

#1489

$259,000

Ver y clean home with 3 bedrooms up, 2 bathrooms, new tile and newer flooring in living room. Countertops have been replace. Close to schools. Has a covered carport in back and lane access. Fenced yard.

#1415

$133,900

Great location, close to schools. Completely renovated 3 bedrm, 2 bath half duplex with new flooring, exterior doors, bathrms, kitchen countertops, fence & more. Has fenced yard & shed.

#1308

$162,000

Great starter home, close to schools and shopping. 3 bedrms up plus 2 bedrm inlaw suite in basement. Fenced yard with sundeck and carport. Great for first time buyers. #1549 $ 209,900

2 bedrms on 1278 sq. ft. open concept main floor, double heated & plumbed garage/workshop plus double carport on landscaped corner lot just 3 blks from city center. #1490 $239,000

2 bedroom bungalow on a large lot in Collettville. Needs some TLC. Has a storage shed in the backyard. Was rented for $600 per month.

Private 10 acres with beautiful 2 storey home & shop. New laminate & paint throughout plus ceramic heated floors in both main baths. 3 large bedrms up, 2 pce ensuite & W/I closet. Heated shop..

#1506

#1555

$115,000

$489,000

Smaller 1 bedroom home in downtown area, close to shopping. Log style siding on exterior, nicely finished inside. 2 separately titled lots, house on one, other lot vacant. New roof. #1310 $115,000

Wonderful home on fenced double lot. Tastefully decorated with new laminate, new paint & new bathrooms. 2 bedrms & laundry up. Extra kitchen, family rm & 2 bedrms down. Garage & RV parking. #1654 $219,000

2 bedroom mobile with fenced yard, storage shed & sundeck with hot tub. Comes with appliances. New HW tank & only 5 yr old furnace. Great open floor plan with island in kitchen. #1598 $79,500

QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD

INVESTMENT

PRIVATE BACKYARD

NEW RANCHER

HOBBY FARM

RETIREES

HUGE PRIVATE LOT

FIRST TIME BUYERS

PARADISE

ON LARGE LOT

AFFORDABLY PRICED

Well kept 4 bedrm home with 2 bedrm legal suite with private entrance. Close to schools. Immaculate lawn with U/G sprinkler. Jetted tub in 4 pce ensuite. Double garage. Nice deck in backyard.

2 bedroom rancher on downtown lot with lane access. Newly painted interior, new carpet throughout, new faucets and minor improvements done. Easy walk to shopping. #1526 $99,000

Spacious 3 bedrm, 2 bath rancher on large corner lot, close to schools & shopping. Updates in 2006 include vinyl siding, windows, doors, back deck, laminate floor, lino & paint. Completely fenced.

Open style floor plan offers huge WOW factors. This 2 bedrm + den home has 10 ft ceilings w/crown moldings, island in kitchen, raised cabinets and dining rm with access to covered deck. Double garage.

Close to amenities in downtown core. This 2 bedrm home is wheelchair accessible, bright & cheer y. 2 pce ensuite. All appliances included. Detached 12x20 shop, covered deck, RV parking.

Custom built 3 level home in private setting on 21,044 sq.ft. lot. Gourmet kitchen, grante counters, oak cabinets, porcelain & HW floors. Has sauna, theatre room, 5 bedrms & 4 baths.

Clean and well maintained 3 bedrm townhouse with updated laminate flooring, newer front door & bathrm countertop & sink. Includes appliances. Completely fenced front & backyard.

44 acres with 2530 sq.ft. rancher with insulated concrete form construction, large spacious rooms & vaulted ceiling. Kitchen has island & S/S appliances, 3 bedrms 2.5 baths. Barn, kennels & shop.

Cozy 3 bedroom bungalow on 9000 sq.ft. lot with room for garage/shop, close to shopping and amenities. Needs some TLC, has high ceilings. Lots of potential.

#1495

#1510

4.3 acres just 35 mins. from Highland Valley Mine. 4 bedrm, 2.5 bath 1800 sq.ft. rancher with recent upgrades. Has nice sized barn, great shop with concrete floors & other outbldgs. #1605 $339,000

Cute and cozy 3 bedroom rancher on huge lot, comes with all appliances. Close to schools and within walking distance to downtown shopping and all amenities. Great for first time buyers. #1168 $119,900

#1591

$349,900

$249,000

$334,900

#1576

$169,900

#1559

$439,900

#1581

$119,900

#1599

$899,000

#1563

$135,000

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