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RIVER LEVELS KEEP ON RISING As river levels continue to rise, the City of Merritt is warning residents living near the Nicola River that groundwater seepage could occur. The City is monitoring conditions daily. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

Rising rivers could lead to groundwater seepage Residents can expect the Nicola River level to creep up, which may result in increased seepage to low lying areas, warns the City of Merritt. A city media release issued Tuesday says the rivers are rising due to the current weather trend coupled with the inflows of Nicola Lake exceeding its outflow, according to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources. “At present, the Ministry suggests that flows will still be within the channel banks of the Nicola River and therefore we do not anticipate any overbank flooding within the City,” said fire

chief Dave Tomkinson in the release. Residents living adjacent to the Nicola River may experience infiltration into pipes and basements as a result of groundwater seepage. Tomkinson says unforeseen weather conditions may result in some localized flooding in the city requiring proactive flood protection along the river; however, he said the city is monitoring water levels daily. Residents living along the river should be alert for potentially damaging flows or obstructions, which should be reported to city hall at 250-3784224.

Provincial grant supports local farmers’ markets By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD

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Benefits from a recent $75,000 provincial grant to the B.C. Association of Farmers’ Markets will likely filter down to the Nicola Valley Farmers’ Market, says the association’s executive director Elizabeth Quinn. As more consumers demand locally grown food, these funds will be used to ensure that B.C.’s 125 markets continue to connect British Columbians with farmers and food producers. “The funding is terrific news and will help us implement our strategic plan,” said Quinn. “By strengthening farmers’ markets and supporting local farmers, we help make healthy local food available to British Columbian families and children, so

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B.C. foods are on B.C. plates.” In the local market, she said the grant could help the B.C. association provide bursaries for representatives to attend networking conferences and workshops. “I’ve been to the Merritt market and I know that we need more farmers,” said Quinn. “Part of our strategic plan is to host meetings and workshops and that would be something the [local president] could attend. What we find is that farmers’ markets need to network to find answers to their problems.” Nicola Valley Farmers’ Market president, Lucas Handley, said past meetings he attended, such as a market manager training session in Kelowna, have been helpful, but travel and registration costs had to be paid out of pocket. “Some of the meetings have

been far enough that it was way out of budget for any of us to head out there, so a bursary would definitely help,” said Handley. As for networking, he said it would be good to hear how other markets are working with their local municipalities. “We have approached the City and hoped they would donate the use of a location, but they wanted close to $11,000 to rent a location,” said Handley. “It would be a benefit to learn how other markets are working with their municipalities to come up with proactive solutions to making farmers’ markets a part of the community.” Farmers’ markets around the province include vendors who make, bake or grow their own products, which often include fresh fruits, vegetables, locally raised meats, jams,

sauces and honeys. The Nicola Valley Farmers’ Market, which runs from May to October, will be kicking off for the season on May 12 with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. and the unveiling of the new logo. Handley says the market typically starts with about 10 vendors and increases to about 20 mid-summer as the produce is ready for selling. “Last year went pretty good for us,” he said. “In fact, in the years I’ve been with the market, it’s been the best season yet.” The farmers’ market has several new activities planned for the year including hot dogs sales, and a weekly promotion. “There will be two items in the market each week that the vendors will recognize, and if you purchase the marked item, you get it for free

up to $5,” he explained. There will also be a promotion on July 14 during the Great Canadian Bike Rally when the market will be at a temporary new location. Customers that day who spend a certain amount of money will be able to pop a balloon to win prizes. Other plans in the works include an August dinner fundraiser to raise money for a $500 scholarship to be awarded to a student going into an agricultural field, or something else that complements the market, Handley says. Later in the season, the market will once again host its annual corn eating contest and pumpkin decorating contest. Anyone interested in participating in the market can contact Handley at 378-2124 or the market manager Lorn Tillotson at 378-4142.

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Local rodeo grounds hosts top-flight cutting horse competition this weekend By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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If you’ve got some time on your hands this weekend, why not plan to drop over to the Nicola Valley rodeo grounds in Collettville and take in some top notch riding at the cutting horse competition taking place on both Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Local rancher and event organizer Pat Gormley is expecting over 75 competitors to take part in this year’s inaugural event which was originally scheduled for 2011 but had to be cancelled due to a continent-wide EHV-1 virus alert that affected the horse industry throughout North America. This weekend’s participants will be coming from all parts of British Columbia, as well as Alberta and even Washington State. While many of the so-called high-end competitors at this year’s event will be from places far away, Gormley says that there will also be some strong representation from places closer to home. “Dr. Denton Moffat

Dr. Denton Moffat, a veterinarian from Armstrong, B.C., and his cutting horse Kit and Kaboonsmal show their stuff during a competition in Kamloops recently. Moffat is expected to compete in Merritt this weekend. Photo courtesy R. Magrath

from Armstrong will be taking part, as will Bob and Mary Lynn Zirnhelt from Kamloops. “In addition, we’re having a special cowboy cutting event for locals right after the lunch break on Saturday,” states Gormley. “The likes of John Anderson, Gerry Cooper, Mike

Rose and Dr. Paul Molnar are all expected to enter. It should be very exciting.” Another local participant deserving of special recognition is 76-yearold Jack Creighton. The former resident of Lower Nicola and past owner of Elkhart Lodge on the Coquihalla

A little bit of history

The use of horses to cut cattle out from a large herd is a timehonored activity that has a long and vibrant history in the world of ranching in North America. It dates back to the 1900s when there were no fences on the open grass ranges of both Canada and the United States, and the sorting and separating of cattle from mixed herds was a regular part of a cowboy’s way of life. It did not take long before cutting out cows became a competitive activity, and cowboys began breeding horses to excel at this very specialized and skilled activity. What started as ranch contests in Texas back in the early 20th century has evolved very quickly into formal arena-based competitions that showcase extremely well-bred and well-trained horses worldwide. Top horses can easily cost $30,000 - $40,000, while owners often spend $10,000 or more annually showing their prized possessions. Today, there are many classes from beginner right up to open for both amateur and professional cutting horses and their riders.

Connector, who currently resides in Kelowna, will be competing in the $35,000 non pro division. “He [Jack] is just such a joy to be around,” says Gormley. “He’s had lots of operations, and he’s missing lots of parts, but he really tries hard and always has a smile on his

face. He’s an inspiration to everybody.” Shirley Telford, Gormley’s wife, somewhat reluctantly acknowledged that she too is competing on the weekend. Telford has just returned from the Canadian championships in Olds, Alberta where she finished fourth

and fifth in her two classes, the highest placing of anyone from B.C. in the competition. Gormley can’t say enough about the support that he’s received in organizing this year’s event. “The community of Merritt has been fantastic. I have 15-20 local sponsors, all of whom have been most generous. In return, I’ve tried to do everything possible here in Merritt, in terms of supplies, prizes and so on.” Gormley is even involving a couple of Merritt Secondary School students in the weekend proceedings. Santaya Stander, in grade 10, will be doing the announcing, while grade 11 student Julia Ingram will be singing both the Canadian and American national anthems each day. If Gormley has his way, this year’s two-day cutting horse competition will become an annual event, and eventually the biggest and the best in British Columbia. “What better way to show off the countryside around here,” he says. “I enjoy it so much. There’s no place like it.”

What to watch for Cutting is a western riding event where a horse and rider are judged on their ability to separate a single cow away from a cattle herd, and keep it away for a short period of time. Each contestant has 2½ minutes to show their horse. Typically two to three cows are cut during a run. As a cow turns and attempts to rejoin the herd, the rider loosens the reins and leaves it entirely up to the horse to keep the cow separated. The best horses accomplish the task with relish, savvy and style. A judge awards points to a cutter based on a scale that ranges from 60 to 80, with 70 generally considered an average score. A contestant can lose points by visibly cueing the horse, using two hands on the rein, failing to cut a cow out, or losing control of the cow. Conversely, points are awarded for effectively cutting a cow from the herd, showing complete control of the cow, having the horse maintain correct position, using no cues, and having the horse stop straight and turn correctly when the cow turns.

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REMEMBER WHEN? From the Herald archives: May 5, 1982 City looks into better postal service Rural route and even door to door mail delivery could be possible for the Merritt area if only enough people take an active vocal interest. Mayor Jim Rabbitt and City Clerk Leo den Boer met with Postmaster Matt Thompson last Friday to discuss the possibility of extending the postal service. The chances of obtaining rural route service between Merritt and half way to Logan Lake are very high.

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CITY OF MERRITT Mayor’s DROP IN SESSION TUESDAY, MAY 8

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Community Room Downstairs at City Hall. Come down and meet the Mayor. This is your opportunity to bring forth ideas on how we can make Merritt a better place to live and do business, ask questions about something you don’t understand or if something has transpired that you have not received a proper resolution with.

Cemetery Clean-Up Pursuant to City of Merritt Cemetery Bylaw No. 2087, 2009 Section L General: 1. 2.

ROAD WORK A City of Merritt road crew lays tar on Chapman Street to complete neighbourhood improvements. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

Regular council meeting at a glance reading to the City of Merritt 2012 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2133, 2012

Bylaws: 1. Council adopted the City of Merritt Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2132, 2012 2. Council gave first, second and third

New Business: 1. Council resolved that the City enters into a month-tomonth lease agreement with the Merritt and District Transit Society

for the office space they currently occupy at City Hall for the mount of $250 per month and that the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the agreement. Reports:

• Mayor Roline attended the Flavours of India and Dry Grad fund raiser as well as the production of “Under the Mango Tree.” • Council approved Mayor Roline attending the B.C. Policing workshop

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No above ground memorabilia will be permitted after the grave site has been prepared for turf Flowers may be placed on graves but may be removed by the “Caretaker” when their condition is considered by him to be detrimental to the beauty of the cemetery. Any non-conforming offerings, wreaths, Áowers, fencing, curbs or other devices may be removed by City personnel. The City shall not be responsible for the loss or theft of any offerings.”

The City works crew will be commencing the annual Cemetery clean up from May 7 - 11, 2012. Any offerings or memorabilia that are placed on headstones will be removed and placed at the Pine Ridge Cemetery shed. Thank you from the City of Merritt Public Works Crew

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Leo Baskatawang, from Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation in Ontario, stages a pass through Lower Nicola on Monday, as the 32-year-old aims to petition for changes to Aboriginal policy. The Indian Act is at the end of a chain he is dragging on his walk to Ottawa. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

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HERALD OPINION Struggling with free enterprise Is the B.C. electorate truly drifting to the left? The results of two byelections last month might seem to indicate a rise in support for the NDP. But it’s just as likely to be a symptom of resistance to the right-of-centre options offered in the province today. It’s no secret the public is disenchanted with the BC Liberal brand. Where once the party name alone was deemed a sufficient selling point, they have been falling over themselves to remind us that they are “a free-enterprise coalition.” This weekend’s departure of party executive director Chad Pederson and director of communications Jehnifer Benoit to pursue opportunities in the private sector – no matter how vociferous their parting good wishes – can only be viewed by a jaundiced public as further symptoms of the BC Liberals’ slide. The B.C. electorate is angry – angry as much as anything else with a lack of leadership choices. Policy advisers should recognize that when the public blood boils, it’s not a time to expect calm or rational decisionmaking. Lecturing, or hectoring, the electorate will likely only raise the temperature in the kitchen. It’s not just a B.C. problem. The “Occupy” movement achieved traction internationally because of the unpunished excesses of a group of economic looters. Avarice – and corporate and governmental doublespeak – has led to a climate of suspicion surrounding all free-enterprise capitalism, a climate that must be overcome by responsible leadership. Many still recognize that soundly based business success is crucial to the economy, the only sure source of jobs, a proper living wage, and the money to adequately fund muchneeded social programs. It is likely that many British Columbians still support free enterprise. It’s just free-for-all enterprise they have a problem with. Black Press

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JADE SWARTZBERG Merritt HERALD Buried at the end of a list of informational items in last week’s council agenda package, is a letter addressed to Merritt’s Mayor and council requesting that May 29 be proclaimed as “Day of the Honey Bee.”

The letter describes the plight of honey bees, which are apparently disappearing at alarming rates — a fact that is concerning to many because these bees are responsible for about a third of the food we eat. The writer suggests that the primary solution to this problem is education, awareness and proactive initiatives by all levels of government including a “Day of the Honey Bee” proclamation. So far, Mayor Susan Roline has not issued a proclamation this

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year, though last year she proclaimed May 29, 2011 as “Day of the Honey Bee” and it is doubtful that any Merritt residents took notice. Educating the public may well be the best solution to the problem, but issuing a municipal proclamation is not the way to accomplish it. In the past year, Merritt has issued a variety of proclamations that the general public may not be aware of. For instance, April 2012 was proclaimed as “Daffodil Month,” Nov. 2, 2011

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was proclaimed as “Vitamin D Day,” October 2011 was proclaimed as “Foster Family Month,” and Oct. 17-23 was proclaimed as “Canada World Youth Week.” Proclamations do exist as a way for governments to honour and bring awareness to various causes; however, the proclamations lose their power if they are not accompanied by additional campaigns and local events. According to the District of North Vancouver’s website, a proclamation is a way

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to provide valuable education and information to the citizens of a municipality. These are issued at the mayor’s discretion for events that deserve recognition and can be reviewed on a case by case basis. Other municipalities have questioned the benefit of issuing proclamations. In May 2004, the District of Maple Ridge issued a policy statement that the district would not be issuing anymore proclamations regardless of whether the

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LOLLIPOPS FOR GUATEMALA Megan Fulcher, left, and Ashley Fulcher tend the donation area during the Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church’s Fundraiser for Guatemala on Saturday, April 14. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

FLORENTINE GIFTS NDP Barb Grimshire, helps operate the checkout at The Florentine Gift Shop’s grand opening, as residents at the seniors’ home enjoyed treats and looked at the various available gifts. Items sold help raise money for activities. Martin Hamer, executive director for the Florentine, said all items were made with love, dedication and arthritic hands.. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

request was for a worthwhile benefit to the community. Maple Ridge found that proclamations provided limited community benefit and cost administrative funds to process. Other municipalities have acknowledged these concerns without going so far. In 2008, the Town of Greater Napanee in Ontario considered limiting the issuance of proclamations to those with a municipal purpose such as Fire Prevention Week, Emergency Preparedness Week etc. They cited concerns including overlapping proclamations, which causes competition for municipal resources and the risk of being charged with discrimination if one group were supported and another denied. The town also questioned the general benefit of proclamations. This option is reasonable and one that the City of Merritt may want to consider. For other requests with wider scope, the city could issue a letter acknowledging the cause. This would surely serve the same purpose without proclaiming a whole week or whole month about something, when no one even knows about it.

Oil sands contamination complaints proven Dear Editor: Re: Environmentalism for dummies (B.C. Views, April 17). Tom Fletcher writes: “Diseased fish were displayed, but natural contamination of the Athabasca River was glossed over.” Fletcher is pushing an argument that was proven

wrong in 2010. Several years ago, people downstream from the oil-sands plants complained of diseased fish. They also complained of increased cancer rates. People were dying from rare forms of cancer! They blamed both items on pollutants that were put into in the Athabasca River by the oilsands plants.

The oil companies claimed that the pollutants in the river were naturally occurring. The governments of Canada and Alberta supported the companies. In 2010, a study by David Schindler and others proved that the pollution is indeed caused by the oil-sands industry. At first both governments denied it. But the

study was well-funded, well done and produced results that could stand up in court. Both governments conceded that Schindler was correct! Why was it necessary for private groups to fund that study? Are our governments not responsible for protecting us from pollutants that cause cancer? Are they not required to protect places

such as the Peace Athabasca Delta, and other natural wonders down-stream from the oil-sands? Why were they so quick to side with the companies, when no such study had been done? What have they done to alleviate the situation? Bill McConnell Surrey, B.C.

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He performed during the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, he toured with Canadian icon Stompin’ Tom Connors and this weekend Canadiana Cowboy Tim Hus will bring his music to Merritt. The Alberta-based country musician will be performing at the Culture Club (formerly Iron Mountain Music) on Sunday at 7 p.m. in the first professional concert presented by the SaySo Expression Society, and he’ll be sharing the stage with Billy MacInnis (fiddle and lead guitar) and Riley Tubbs (upright string bass) known as the Rocky Mountain Two. This won’t be Hus’ first stop in Merritt — he’s played Mountainfest as well as several dinner shows at the Hitch ‘n’ Post in Lower Nicola — but he’s looking forward to his first concert in Merritt proper. “I’ve been a headliner at the Kamloops cowboy festival a few times and I always have a good reception at the shows around there,” he said. “It’s going to be a good sort of country cowboy show, with Canadian songs from coast to coast, fiddle tunes and western cowboy songs.” According to his website, Hus “comes at his audience like a runaway rig, while firing off image-laden lyrics with the intensity of a western gunslinger.”

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With songs that tell stories spanning the Canadian experience, his music transcends the country music genre in a Johnny Cash kind of way. In fact, Hus says that has been his greatest compliment. “People tell me they don’t really like country music, but they like what I do, because it’s more Canadian than country,” he said. “By the time we finish the show, we have songs about all the different provinces, songs about fishermen, loggers and miners. When we’re through, you won’t find too many people in Canada who can’t relate to our music.” Born in Nelson, B.C. (a place he describes as a hot bed of country music) Hus wrote his first song while working in a logging camp just after high school. With

a knack for stringing words together and telling stories, Hus would sing his songs “just for fun” to entertain the guys. “A song about a logging camp when you’re singing for a bunch of loggers is an easy sell,” he said. “But I went to the coast and wrote a song about salmon fishing, and then when I had enough songs, I did an album.” In between, Hus worked as a beer truck driver, a saw-hand, a tree planter, a cabinet maker and a well driller (and his songs reflect his experiences); however, Hus eventually got a recording contract with Stony Plain Records and has been focusing on his music full-time for the last six years. His fifth and most recent album is titled “Hockeytown,” reflecting the sport he says

ties the vast country together. “It’s a very diverse country, but there is a certain common thread or spirit that runs through everywhere. And of course, there’s hockey,” he said. “It doesn’t really matter where you are, it’s a hockey town.” Hus has got one song he knows he’ll be singing this weekend; it’s called Open Pit Mine, and it’s about the Highland Valley Copper Mine. The song, which opens with the lyrics, “I’m leaning on a pole in the bottom of a hole, north of Merritt, B.C.” is sure to strike a chord with at least a few in the audience, and it’s this familiarity that characterizes his music. “Everyone likes stories and when you sing about about things people can relate to (like

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ursary. the 2012 offering of Mike Morrison Memorial Bursary. This bursary is for $1500. Students from Merritt Forest Industry families returning to a multi-year post secondary school program are eligible to apply. As this is real life there is really no free money so please submit the following to be considered for the bursary. 1. 500 word essay on the topic “What role should Government play in the management of BC’s Forests?” Why?. The winning essay will be published in the Merritt Herald during National Forest Week. 2. Details of the program you are returning to 3. A description of how your family is involved with the forest industry 4. An outline of your community involvement and volunteer history Deadline for submission is May 16, 2012. Prior to award of the bursary, proof of enrolment must be produced. Applications are to be submitted electronically to Andrea.Inwards@gov.bc.ca, questions can also be directed to this address.

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Locals help maintain Trans Canada Trail By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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Locals are doing their part to help bring up to par the Nicola Valley section of the Trans Canada Trail — a biking route that takes riders through every Canadian province and territory. Norm Hansen and friends have committed themselves to maintaining the trail for others. “We’re trying to repair the slide area so bikers aren’t risking their lives going overtop,” Hansen said, noting he’s not an avid biker, but wants Merritt to do its part to keep up the trail. “It’s pretty disturbing for people, because if they bike in there, they are coming down the river opposite the freeway and they would be in there about four kilometres when they run into these, and then of course have to turn back.” That’s a lengthy detour for people who have already biked thousands of kilometres across

fallen trees and other debris. The second has a trail built over top, but it is too steep to navigate for most people. “Because it is steep and hard, people carrying their bikes can slide,” he said. “What they’ve been trying to do is hike through the slide area.” The team assembled ladders and carved a narrow trail last fall that have helped many of the bikers navigate their way through. But recent events won’t be enough to keep the trail navigable for the long-term. He said weather damage will demand participation from locals nearly every year. Murphy Shewchuk, the man who Hansen said is largely responsible for the trail’s upkeep, wasn’t available by press time. “The guy’s done an amazing amount of work on it,” Hansen said. “In fact, I think it might be wearing him out.”

the nation and are often near the end of their strenuous journey when they enter the Kettle Valley section of the track. Hansen said volunteers want to make sure the trail’s condition in the Nicola Valley is up to par with the trail elsewhere, though there are challenges for bikers throughout the journey. The sections needing work came to the men’s attention when the owner of a coffee shop at the Merritt Visitor Information Centre said he was hearing complaints from trekgoers that the trail was in critical condition. “The bank is sloughing in there,” Hansen said. “The old railway is all gone and the bank, of course, is taking out the railway and then there is this very steep hill above it and it is washed out in there.” He said two areas of the trail are problematic for those trying to complete the Trans Canada Trail. The first is riddled with

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M 3665

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• • • •

$389,000

9.88 acres in Petit Creek 3 bedroom home with solarium Drilled well produces 157gpm Fenced & cross-fenced-3 bay shop

M 3578

• Newly built 1700+sqft Rancher in quiet CDS • Close to downtown, walking trails & schools • Open design-3 lg bdrms, 2 baths & a den • Fully fenced, l/scaped w/ 600sqft garage

• 1 ac property w/ easy access to nature trails • 1600 sqft on main floor, nice, open flr plan • Master bdrm has walk-in closet & enste • Only 16 min from town

• • • •

M 3695

M 3719

M 3723

$349,000

$335,000

$398,000

Large home w/ all the space you need Total 4 bdrms, 2 bath + 2 bdrm ste 2 car garage & nice sized yard Just a short walk to schools, park & town

$329,000

• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!

M 3731

• • • •

$379,000

Bench home at end of CDS 4 bdrm, 2 baths, fully finished Large deck, A/C, UG sprinklers Parklike backyard across from crown land

M 3608

$329,000

M 3636

Gorgeous new Rancher Granite/marble countertops Heated ceramic floors in the 2 baths 10’ ceilings & crown mouldings

M 3740

$312,000

• Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home • New appliances, central air & vac • 24x40 wired & heated shop • Double lot & RV parking

M 3673

$308,000

• • • •

Beautiful open floor plan Double sided fireplace High ceilings Deluxe master bedroom

M 3579

• • • •

$299,900

Some recent upgrades New ceramic tile flring & windows 3 bdrms up & 2 down Fenced backyd & close to schools

M 3717

$289,900

• Well kept home on cul-de-sac • Varnished oak staircase at entry • Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets • Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn

M 3735

$276,000

• • • •

Very nice 4 bdrm 2.5 bath fam home Close to downtown & schools Central air, security system Garden shed & gazebo

M 3293

$269,000

• • • •

4 bedroom home Close to downtown Large yard & huge deck 570sqft shop in back

M 3639

• • • •

$268,900

Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite

M 3716

$265,000

• • • •

3 bdrm country charmer on 1.15 ac Lots or original h/wood Dining room has gas f/place Vinyl windows throughout

M 3710

$264,000

• 4 bedroom home in a quiet location • Crown molding, skylights, • Granite counters, well designed kitchen • Tile & laminate & carpet

M 3709

$260,000 $ $26 0,000

NEW PRICE

• • • •

Well cared for family home 5 bdrm, 3 bath Large 65x120 lot Located in good area

M 3691

$259,900

• Bench location-3 bdrm, 2 bath family home • Central air, built-in vac, new furnace 2010 • 12x24 detached wired 220 shop • Nice fenced backyard for privacy

M 3693

$249,900

• • • •

3 bdrm family home Security system, 80% efficient furnace A/C, new windows, except bathroom Beautiful l/scaping, treed & fenced

M 3687

$249,000 $ $24 9,000

• • • •

Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!

M 3 3689

$244,900

• • • •

Very well kept, one owner home 3 good sized bdrm up New flring, counter tops & fixtures Fully fenced backyard, close to schools

M 3690

$242,900

• 3 bdrm home on 1.8 acres • Newer addition in back is nicely finished • Windows upgraded to vinyl dbl glazed • Quiet rural setting w/ lots of room

M 3632

$241,000

• • • •

Good size family home on large lot 2 bdrm ste at ground level & 3 up Dbl carport & tons of space Walking distance to schools & corner store

M 3713

$235,000

• Great starter home in nice area • 3 bdrms, 2 baths located on a quiet street • Close to schools & park • Many upgrades

M 3721

$225,000

• Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse • Heat pump, a/c, high efficiency appliances • Gas fireplace & many extras • Low maintenance property

M 3729

$219,500

• Sunvalley Court-2bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse • New paint, newer flooring, gas fireplace • Central air conditioning, built in vacuum • All appliances, hot tub &more

M 3742

$209,900

• Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse • End unit-includes all appliances • PRICED TO SELL!! • 24 hour notice required

M 3741

$199,900

NEW PRICE

• Immaculate 3 bdrm, 2 bath home • Newer kitchen, flooring, windows & more • Mature landscaping with fully fenced backyard • Newer wood stove to help keep your heating bill low

M 3725

$179,900

• 2 bdrm apt has a modern open floor plan • Granite counter tops, SS appliances • Has b/i wall a/c & in-unit laundry • Urban living at its finest!!

M 3700

$169,000

• • • •

Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back

M 3365

$165,000

• • • •

3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back

M 3708

• • • •

$159,900

3 bedroom 1/2 duplex Family oriented neighborhood New paint, flooring, countertops Large, open backyard

M 3736

$159,000

• Urban living at its finest! • 1 bdrm apt features a modern open concept design • Perfect for entertaining • Granite counter tops, laminate & tile in kitchen & bath

M 3699

$149,000

• • • •

2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs New vinyl windows & siding New flring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed bathrm

M 3718

$144,900

• Recent upgrades to roof, driveway & electrical • Good sized entry/laundry w. rm for office area • Low maintenance yd is fully fenced w/ lots of parking • Nice open floor plan

M 3726

$140,000

• • • •

Corner lot on a quiet street 2 bdrm home w/ some newer flooring Nice, big lvg rm & new bathroom Lots of rm to build a shop

M 3675

$139,900

• Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse • A bathroom on each 3 levels • Nice, fully fenced backyard • Great 1st time homebuyers & investors

M 3652

$138,000

• • • •

Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath Custom kitchen cabinets & fixtures Large porch off back, nice yard 100 amp service, fridge, stove included

M 3739

$137,900

INDUSTRIAL Commercial lot zones C-3 Off the main exit from Vanc. & kelowna. All services already in place at property edge. Outstanding exposure. M 3712 $89,900 • Totally renovated 2 bdrm house on large lot • New gyproc & paint, kitchen & bath • New flooring & fixtures • Stainless steel app & much more….

M 3714

• • • •

$127,500

Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located

M 3525

• • • •

M 3737

• • • •

$76,900

2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed

$120,000

2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof in 2010

M 3486

• • • •

M 3720

• • • •

$76,900

3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing

$119,000

Nice & open design-2 bed, 2 bath 24x10 covered deck Detached 16x12 wkshp w/ power Bay windows/skylite & more….

M 3536

$69,000

• • • •

2 bdrm in Strata unit in Sandpiper Easy walk to downtown core Bus service only moments away Laundry rm & air conditioning

M 3684

• • • •

$114,000

One bdrm in strata building Rent $550-600 Under new management Shopping & bus close by

M 3613

$68,000

Great flat lot in popular subdivision. Close to elementary schools. Minutes from walking trails & downtown shopping. Services are at lot line and priced to sell. M 3674 $65,000 Fully serviced R-2 lot, close to schools & d/t. Bring your bldg ideas. Trades considered. M 3274 $72,900

RANCHER • • • •

New lots in quiet cul-desac & crescent setting. Fully services including curbs & storm drain all prepaid by the developer. M 3692 $57,000

$329,000

1 SOLD - 1 LEFT

• 3 bdrm custom Rancher on .27 flat acres • Open flr plan, Mill Creek cabinets, ceramic flring • U/g sprinklers, fully fenced backyard, heated garage • Gazebo w/ 6 person hot tub & RV parking

Cheapest lot listed for sale in all of Merritt! Upper Bench neighbourhood - Grandview Heights. Underground services to lot line. Bargain price and NO HST!! M 3616 $55,000

• • • •

Commercial lot-C3 zoning Good investment property Tenant pays $700/month + utilities Lane access & close to downtown

M 3703

• • • •

$114,000

5 yrs old & priced to sell All appliances incl pellet stove Good sized kitch, din & lvgrm 3 months prepaid pad rent

M 3711

$67,000

• Ground level condo w/ newer paint & carpets • In suite laundry, new dryer • Open flr plan for living rm & kitchen • Affordable first time or retirement living

M 3702

• • • •

$113,000

Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included

M 3270

• • • •

Brand new double wide Already set up in the ever improving Tree’s Mobile Park Quick possession

M 3704

$89,900

• Clean as a whistle!! • Tenant pays $475/month • Close to bus, schools, corner store & town • Bachelor apt in Nicola Apts

$59,900

M 3730

$50,000

• Immaculate 3 bdrm in LN MHP • New vinyl windows, lge addition w/ spacious den • Enclosed porch, certified wood stove, bathroom upgrade • Fully matured fruit trees, & flower beds M 3733 $89,900

• Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home • 18x20 interlocking driveway • 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring • Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed

M 3607

$37,500

• Some updates-laminate flring, dbl glazed windows • Electrical upgrade, newer roof. 2 levels, 3 bdrms, 2 baths • Monthly strata includes Natural Gas • Why rent when you can buy?

M 3734

$87,900

• 3+ bdrm w/ recent upgrades to bathrm & laminate flring • Fully fenced yd w/ lots of parking • Located in a quiet park w/ views of Coldwater River • Priced to sell!

M 3715

$30,000

• Ground level 1 bdrm condo • Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry • Parking right out front • Low monthly maintenance fee

M 3738

• • • •

$78,900

2 bdrm dbl wide in Riverside Recent paint Pad rent $345/month Why rent when you can buy?

M 3696

$21,000

Block bldg on Nicola Ave. 2500 sqft adjacent lot is included. Retail exposure. M 3649 $289,000 Retail on Quilchena totals 3966sqft. 2nd floor has 6 residential apartments. Gross income is close to $55,000/annum. New boiler, roof, overall well maintained M 3698 $395,000 Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt. 12,000sqft commercial building for purchase or lease. Over 10,500sqft of retail space, or lease @ $6./sf. Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue. M 3697 $850,000

Good sized lot, ok for double wide. City services @ prop line. Mountain view in a quiet area. M 3534 $79,000 Beautiful river view lot close to d downtown. Nice, quiet neighborhood. The uncomnei promised view never to pro change. cha 3707 $89,000 M3 2 lots lo on Eagle Crescent w/ no building restrictions. Plans available w/ the builder. Close to all amenities. M 3679-3680 $95,000 Desired Bench location. Owner pd GDT & WR charge. Phase 2 w/ gorgeous views. All u/g services. M 3570 $99,000 Extra lge double lot. 2 city water & sewage hookups. Private setting, flat site. Easy access w/ paved roads. M 3495 $100,000 Nicola Lakeshore Estates. 1.1 ac 15 min from Merritt. Enjoy the outdoors and build your dream home. M 3572 $195,000 24 acres in beautiful Sunshine Valley. Treed lot, very private, easy access. Many potential building sites. Hydro & phone lines to property line. M 3603 $227,000 247’ lake front w/winding trail to site. Great views of the valley & water below. Community water in place & power @ lot line. Easy access off hwy & quiet enjoyment M 3728 $242,500 Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake. 3km to Quilchena Hotel. Close to Merritt & Kamloops. Private access to lake. M 3478 $349,000

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M 3625

• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!

$379,000

M 3732

• • • •

Exquisite 3 bdrm Rancher Detached shop on .5 acre Hdwd flrs & custom window coverings Easy access & very private

M 3497

• • • •

$540,000

Do you want comfort?? Open floor plan, crown moldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles

M 3664

$369,000

• • • •

Wonderful executive home on the Bench Totally finished 4 level split, fantastic views Gourmet kitch, 5 bdrms, 3 baths Beautiful l/scaping w/ terracing, gorgeous gardens

M 3612

$499,000

• Relax in the pool • 3 lge bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings • Lots of renos, over 14,00sqft lot U/g sprinklers • Lge sundeck w/ great views of valley & city

M 3529

$362,000

• • • • •

4+ bdrm home on 9.91 ac. 18’ ceiling - magnificent views Hickory cabinets, maple floors, Walk-out daylight basement Central air, u\g sprinklers & more

M 3688

$499,900

• Wonderful family home on quiet culde-sac • 4 bdrms, 2 baths + enste + 2 bdrm legal ste • New roof, h/w tank 2 yrs old • Lge 2 car garage, fenced bkyd w/ deck

M 372 37 3727 7

$359,000

• • • •

Executive 3 bdrm rancher Riverfront, .55 acres Completely landscaped, flat property Hardwood thruout, incredibly private

M 3651

• • • •

$485,000

3 level split home in d/t location H/wood flring, sunken lvgrm Open concept design 3 bdrms up w/ soaker tub in master ste

M 3 3724

$352,500

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Vicky Martin Sales Rep

Cathy Property Manager

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250-378-1996

250-378-6181

NEW PRICE

$5000 appliance bonus!!

• Privacy on 39+ acres in Sunshine Valley • 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath log home w/ vaulted ceilings • 272 sqft guest cottage w/ bathroom • 6 fruit trees, underground sprinklers

Don Ward Sales Rep

• Spacious 6000+sqft completed living space • 6 bdrms, 5.5 baths-luxurious master bdrm • Dream kitchen, lge games rm, bar rm w/ bar • Large 3 bay garage-RV parking

M 3440

• • • •

$459,900

Beautiful rancher w/ full bsmt 2 bdrm ste has own laundry Appliances included Located on a nice & quiet st

M 3678

$349,000

• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Remodeled bsmt & main bathrooms • Inground pool & private backyard

M 3701

$439,000

• 1600 sq ft 3 bdrm rancher on full basement • Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac • Walking distance to all amenities • Lots of parking, low maintenance yard

M 3671

$349,000

• • • •

One of a kind in Merritt!! Close to 4000sqft on 2 flrs Giant brick fireplace in bsmt Sauna w/ dual shower, dbl garage

M 3638

$410,000

• • • •

Three bedrooms & a den Open concept design Beautiful views Home warranty

M 3665

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS

• • • •

$389,000

9.88 acres in Petit Creek 3 bedroom home with solarium Drilled well produces 157gpm Fenced & cross-fenced-3 bay shop

M 3578

• Newly built 1700+sqft Rancher in quiet CDS • Close to downtown, walking trails & schools • Open design-3 lg bdrms, 2 baths & a den • Fully fenced, l/scaped w/ 600sqft garage

• 1 ac property w/ easy access to nature trails • 1600 sqft on main floor, nice, open flr plan • Master bdrm has walk-in closet & enste • Only 16 min from town

• • • •

M 3695

M 3719

M 3723

$349,000

$335,000

$398,000

Large home w/ all the space you need Total 4 bdrms, 2 bath + 2 bdrm ste 2 car garage & nice sized yard Just a short walk to schools, park & town

$329,000

• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!

M 3731

• • • •

$379,000

Bench home at end of CDS 4 bdrm, 2 baths, fully finished Large deck, A/C, UG sprinklers Parklike backyard across from crown land

M 3608

$329,000

M 3636

Gorgeous new Rancher Granite/marble countertops Heated ceramic floors in the 2 baths 10’ ceilings & crown mouldings

M 3740

$312,000

• Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home • New appliances, central air & vac • 24x40 wired & heated shop • Double lot & RV parking

M 3673

$308,000

• • • •

Beautiful open floor plan Double sided fireplace High ceilings Deluxe master bedroom

M 3579

• • • •

$299,900

Some recent upgrades New ceramic tile flring & windows 3 bdrms up & 2 down Fenced backyd & close to schools

M 3717

$289,900

• Well kept home on cul-de-sac • Varnished oak staircase at entry • Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets • Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn

M 3735

$276,000

• • • •

Very nice 4 bdrm 2.5 bath fam home Close to downtown & schools Central air, security system Garden shed & gazebo

M 3293

$269,000

• • • •

4 bedroom home Close to downtown Large yard & huge deck 570sqft shop in back

M 3639

• • • •

$268,900

Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite

M 3716

$265,000

• • • •

3 bdrm country charmer on 1.15 ac Lots or original h/wood Dining room has gas f/place Vinyl windows throughout

M 3710

$264,000

• 4 bedroom home in a quiet location • Crown molding, skylights, • Granite counters, well designed kitchen • Tile & laminate & carpet

M 3709

$260,000 $ $26 0,000

NEW PRICE

• • • •

Well cared for family home 5 bdrm, 3 bath Large 65x120 lot Located in good area

M 3691

$259,900

• Bench location-3 bdrm, 2 bath family home • Central air, built-in vac, new furnace 2010 • 12x24 detached wired 220 shop • Nice fenced backyard for privacy

M 3693

$249,900

• • • •

3 bdrm family home Security system, 80% efficient furnace A/C, new windows, except bathroom Beautiful l/scaping, treed & fenced

M 3687

$249,000 $ $24 9,000

• • • •

Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!

M 3 3689

$244,900

• • • •

Very well kept, one owner home 3 good sized bdrm up New flring, counter tops & fixtures Fully fenced backyard, close to schools

M 3690

$242,900

• 3 bdrm home on 1.8 acres • Newer addition in back is nicely finished • Windows upgraded to vinyl dbl glazed • Quiet rural setting w/ lots of room

M 3632

$241,000

• • • •

Good size family home on large lot 2 bdrm ste at ground level & 3 up Dbl carport & tons of space Walking distance to schools & corner store

M 3713

$235,000

• Great starter home in nice area • 3 bdrms, 2 baths located on a quiet street • Close to schools & park • Many upgrades

M 3721

$225,000

• Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse • Heat pump, a/c, high efficiency appliances • Gas fireplace & many extras • Low maintenance property

M 3729

$219,500

• Sunvalley Court-2bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse • New paint, newer flooring, gas fireplace • Central air conditioning, built in vacuum • All appliances, hot tub &more

M 3742

$209,900

• Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse • End unit-includes all appliances • PRICED TO SELL!! • 24 hour notice required

M 3741

$199,900

NEW PRICE

• Immaculate 3 bdrm, 2 bath home • Newer kitchen, flooring, windows & more • Mature landscaping with fully fenced backyard • Newer wood stove to help keep your heating bill low

M 3725

$179,900

• 2 bdrm apt has a modern open floor plan • Granite counter tops, SS appliances • Has b/i wall a/c & in-unit laundry • Urban living at its finest!!

M 3700

$169,000

• • • •

Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back

M 3365

$165,000

• • • •

3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back

M 3708

• • • •

$159,900

3 bedroom 1/2 duplex Family oriented neighborhood New paint, flooring, countertops Large, open backyard

M 3736

$159,000

• Urban living at its finest! • 1 bdrm apt features a modern open concept design • Perfect for entertaining • Granite counter tops, laminate & tile in kitchen & bath

M 3699

$149,000

• • • •

2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs New vinyl windows & siding New flring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed bathrm

M 3718

$144,900

• Recent upgrades to roof, driveway & electrical • Good sized entry/laundry w. rm for office area • Low maintenance yd is fully fenced w/ lots of parking • Nice open floor plan

M 3726

$140,000

• • • •

Corner lot on a quiet street 2 bdrm home w/ some newer flooring Nice, big lvg rm & new bathroom Lots of rm to build a shop

M 3675

$139,900

• Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse • A bathroom on each 3 levels • Nice, fully fenced backyard • Great 1st time homebuyers & investors

M 3652

$138,000

• • • •

Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath Custom kitchen cabinets & fixtures Large porch off back, nice yard 100 amp service, fridge, stove included

M 3739

$137,900

M 3714

• • • •

$127,500

Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located

M 3525

• • • •

M 3737

• • • •

$76,900

2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed

$120,000

2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof in 2010

M 3486

• • • •

M 3720

• • • •

$76,900

3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing

$119,000

Nice & open design-2 bed, 2 bath 24x10 covered deck Detached 16x12 wkshp w/ power Bay windows/skylite & more….

M 3536

$69,000

• • • •

2 bdrm in Strata unit in Sandpiper Easy walk to downtown core Bus service only moments away Laundry rm & air conditioning

M 3684

• • • •

$114,000

One bdrm in strata building Rent $550-600 Under new management Shopping & bus close by

M 3613

$68,000

RANCHER • • • •

New lots in quiet cul-desac & crescent setting. Fully services including curbs & storm drain all prepaid by the developer. M 3692 $57,000

$329,000

1 SOLD - 1 LEFT

• 3 bdrm custom Rancher on .27 flat acres • Open flr plan, Mill Creek cabinets, ceramic flring • U/g sprinklers, fully fenced backyard, heated garage • Gazebo w/ 6 person hot tub & RV parking

Cheapest lot listed for sale in all of Merritt! Upper Bench neighbourhood - Grandview Heights. Underground services to lot line. Bargain price and NO HST!! M 3616 $55,000

• • • •

Commercial lot-C3 zoning Good investment property Tenant pays $700/month + utilities Lane access & close to downtown

M 3703

• • • •

$114,000

5 yrs old & priced to sell All appliances incl pellet stove Good sized kitch, din & lvgrm 3 months prepaid pad rent

M 3711

$67,000

• Ground level condo w/ newer paint & carpets • In suite laundry, new dryer • Open flr plan for living rm & kitchen • Affordable first time or retirement living

M 3702

• • • •

$113,000

Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included

M 3270

• • • •

Brand new double wide Already set up in the ever improving Tree’s Mobile Park Quick possession

M 3704

$89,900

• Clean as a whistle!! • Tenant pays $475/month • Close to bus, schools, corner store & town • Bachelor apt in Nicola Apts

$59,900

M 3730

$50,000

• Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home • 18x20 interlocking driveway • 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring • Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed

M 3607

$37,500

• Some updates-laminate flring, dbl glazed windows • Electrical upgrade, newer roof. 2 levels, 3 bdrms, 2 baths • Monthly strata includes Natural Gas • Why rent when you can buy?

M 3734

$87,900

• 3+ bdrm w/ recent upgrades to bathrm & laminate flring • Fully fenced yd w/ lots of parking • Located in a quiet park w/ views of Coldwater River • Priced to sell!

M 3715

$30,000

• Ground level 1 bdrm condo • Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry • Parking right out front • Low monthly maintenance fee

M 3738

• • • •

$78,900

2 bdrm dbl wide in Riverside Recent paint Pad rent $345/month Why rent when you can buy?

M 3696

$21,000

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Students at Merritt Central Elementary School still had envelopes to count Monday when they tallied over $3,000 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon during the school’s Jump Rope for Heart. The school was one of many that participated in the week-long fundraising campaign. “It’s such a great event to have because it not only helps raise money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, it also stays in line with the idea of exercising so that you have a healthy heart,” said Trent Dolgopol, school principal. “Part of all this is about teaching students to have a healthy life.” Dolgopol dyed his hair pink to recognize the students’ effort to raise at least $3,000.

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One student was even able to raise $300. According to Kyra Prevost, Grade 3, she doesn’t know what is more fun, raising the money or skipping. “They are both so much fun,” she said. “I asked my family for donations and I raised $58.” The Jump Rope for Heart event has been held at Central for almost 20 years. Fifteen years ago, the students at the school

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Those words sum up the lament from thousands of Christian men (and even some women) who seem enslaved by the silky, sexual images. How does such addictive nature come into play? Author and counselor Archie Hart has identified two powerful brain chemicals that combine to produce the compulsive seeking behaviour that is stimulated through pornography. One is the satisfying tension-relief of endorphins. These morphinelike molecules are released in the reward centres of the brain’s hypothalamus to produce intense pleasure and relaxation. The second chemical is epinephrine which creates arousal, alertness, increased energy, and excitation. Pornography arouses both these responses which combine to hold

the addictive features of pleasure explosion. Couple these chemicals with the forbidden aspect of lust and it provokes an enticing stimulus-response behaviour. Fortunately, not every man becomes addicted. For many, the exposure to blatant immorality is distasteful. They recognize it cheapens the actors involved. There are also men who see the hypocrisy of professing Christianity while inviting those images into their souls. The more control men give pornography over their time, energy, and thought-life, the more devastating and reinforcing. The person feels ashamed, stressed, and seeks release through pornography. Then he feels lousy that he has given in again to the obsessive-

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DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN Did you know that one of the top reasons why someone visits their doctor is because of headaches? Even headaches of moderate severity can prevent you from enjoying many “fun” activities that life has to offer. In fact, in my practice, the number of children, teenagers, and adults who are seeking chiropractic care for relief of headaches is right up there with neck or back pain. Yet, it still surprises me that most of these people do not know that the headaches they are experiencing are primarily “tension-type headaches”, and not “migraines” Tension-type head-

aches are the most common, yet the easiest to treat, type of headache. Muscle tension, joint stiffness, and nerve irritation at the back of the neck and head can create a dull, steady pain over the forehead, temples and the back of the neck. Commonly, there is a band-like pressure on both sides of the head. The pain is usually constant, non-throbbing, ranges from mild to moderate in severity, and usually builds in intensity. It is very common for people to even wake up in the morning and feel the headache before even getting out of bed! Tension headaches may last from 30 minutes to several days, and are commonly related to stress, poor posture, and a lack of regular physical exercise. They affect both men and women in equal numbers, and are common in children. They can cause nausea and are not made worse by routine physical activity.

Studies have shown that more than 70 percent of people who experience this type of headache also had frequent disrupted sleep due to the associated neck stiffness or pain. In addition, these people reported that, over time, this scenario created further fatigue and headache-related anxiety or stress. The same studies also found that forty-four percent of the people who experience this type of headache said that it affected their performance at work or school and 72 percent said the pain caused them to miss work or school an average of 3.5 days in the last six months. Over the past few years, research has shown that spinal manipulation - the primary form of treatment provided by chiropractors - is an effective treatment option for tension-type headaches and headaches that originate from the neck.

For example, a report released in 2001 by researchers at the Duke University EvidenceBased Practice Center in Durham, NC, found that spinal manipulation resulted in almost immediate improvement for those headaches that originate in the neck, and had significantly fewer side effects and longerlasting relief of tensiontype headache than a commonly prescribed medication. Also, a 1995 study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics found that spinal manipulative therapy was an effective treatment for tension headaches and that those who ceased chiropractic treatment after four weeks experienced a sustained therapeutic benefit in contrast with those patients who received a commonly prescribed medication. In addition to chiropractic treatment, anyone who suffers from neck stiffness or head-

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their strength don’t have to escape from reality. There is help for those drawn into the addictive cycle. This applies to internet porno, x-rated videos, adult magazines, or chat rooms. There are three major steps: • Stop the behaviour. Recognize the life factors that trigger the first thoughts that lead down a path to pornography. • Erect barriers to

help avoid the temptations. These can include blocking internet, TV sites, taking alternate travel routes, talking to one’s spouse or friend, and improving marital sexual experience. Create alternative behavioural and thought patterns that will provide healthy stress relief, adventure or affirmation, e.g., family events, reading, or volunteer activities. That idea brings us

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BARRIE OGDEN BARRIE’S BANTER The Logan Lake Business Association’s Home Show is racing to the Friday, May 4, deadline and when the doors of the Rec Center arena open at 4 p.m., the venue will be filled to capacity with 42 vendors from Logan Lake and the surrounding region. And, because so often there are questioning messages on the Logan Lake Facebook page asking about who in town does what, this will be the perfect opportunity to discover the local businesses who are prepared to go above and beyond the call of duty to provide first rate work on a project. If anyone needs an extra reason to show up, consider the opportunity to have your Home Show “Passport” stamped by each of the vendors in order to be entered into the fantastic prize

draws of a 40 inch flat-screen TV and a $350 gift certificate from Sunfun Tours for a travel package. Need more arm-twisting? Simply attend to take advantage of the prizes being offered by each of the vendors. An interesting new highlight this year will be Communities in Bloom guest speaker, Dave Weatherill, from Vernon who will offer three informative presentations. The first on Friday at 7 p.m. will be about Composting, followed on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. with a unique seminar on Square Foot Gardens with the concluding presentation on Water Conservation at 12:30 p.m. I promise you, you will not be disappointed and will, without a doubt, leave much smarter and more environmentally friendly than when you arrived. For anyone who may be worrying about going hungry while at the show, fear not. The Logan Lake Lions Club be offering a ‘smokies” dinner on Friday night followed on Saturday morning with breakfast

Logan Lake hosts Flamingo Fiasco, a youth fundraiser By Barrie Ogden THE HERALD

A local youth group is hosting a first ever, Flamingo Fiasco, May 4 – 6, to raise funds to enable 6 members to attend a conference in Abbotsford later this month. Flamingos will be placed in yards and then people can play the game. For a $10

donation, flamingos will be removed from yards, for $15, remove a flamingo to a yard of your choice, for $20 buy flamingo insurance to protect your yard and for $50 send a flock of flamingos to a neighbor or friend. For more info about this fun fundraiser, call Keith at 778-2570517.

treats such as muffins and the Lions’ version of egg mcmuffins. Saturday’s lunch special will have the Lions serving up BBQ beef on a bun with chips and condiments. Pop will be available and the coffee pot will be on throughout the Home Show. Members of Logan Lake Minor Hockey will be at the arena to provide information about the need to sell enough Kamloops Blazer season tickets to establish a working relationship with the W.H.L. team. This connection will see local teams benefitting through coaching

assistance, uniforms, reduced rates at Sandman Hotels and Denny restaurants when teams are on the road and having Blazers come to Logan Lake to practice and skate with our kids. T here are other aspects which will benefit all Logan Lake youth so come out to learn about the community advantages resulting from having a Blazers season ticket. Too pricey? Why not share a ticket with a friend? While there’s no admission fee to attend the Home Show, the Business

Association is requesting that folks bring donations for the Logan Lake Food Bank. For those of you who enjoy receiving and reading the Merritt Herald, there’ll be representatives on hand for you to meet and greet and to be able to say nice things about the person who writes Logan Lake stories for them. (Just kidding.) Looking forward to seeing and meeting everyone on both Friday and Saturday and when you arrive, there’ll be maps to help plan your trip.

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With a record number of teams (38) in attendance, and players from as far away as Calgary and even Brazil, there is no question that this past weekend’s ladies’ Volleyfest tournament in Merritt was an unqualified success. The 20th anniversary edition featured some outstanding competition on the playing courts, along with a great deal of unbridled celebration and socializing during the after-hours. After a total of 121 games were played Friday, Saturday and Sunday at three different venues around the community, it was the Sets in the City sextet from Vernon that championed the elite Competitive 1 division, while Team

Power from Penticton and the Volley Vixens out of Chilliwack took the Competitive 2A and 2B categories respectively. In Recreation division play, Merritt’s own Super Neons captured the 1A class. Another local side, the Mystical Mutants, took the 1B group. While Merritt Volleyball Association representative Dave Finch was elated by the size of the entry this year, the tremendous level of play, and the great time that was had by all, he couldn’t help but feel a sense of concern and even frustration about the future of both Volleyfest weekends. “With the closing of Coquihalla Middle School, we’re just not sure if we’re going to be able to hold either Volleyfest next year. The same holds true for our

very busy ladies’ and mixed leagues that run from September to April each year.” While Finch has heard that there might be local user groups interested in occupying CMS, he has no idea what the plans are for the gym, and the substantial amount of sports activity that it currently hosts. Adding to the uncertainty about Volleyfest’s future is the skyrocketing cost of hosting the two huge events which bring an estimated $100,000 in revenue into the community of Merritt over the two separate weekends in April. “This year, alone, it cost us approximately $4,400 just for gym rentals,” stated Finch, “and another $2,000 for two nights’ rental of the Civic Centre for our

banquets.” The local volleyball association approached the City about getting a break on the rental of the Civic Centre, along the lines of what was granted to the Great Canadian Bike Rally for this coming year, but the MVA was turned down. “It’s frustrating,” said Finch about the challenges that lie ahead, “but what can you do? We’ll just have to continue plugging away to make things happen for next year.” On a more positive note, Finch stated that the ongoing support that the MVA receives from their large group of community sponsors is hugely appreciated. “They have been amazing over the years. We simply could not have continued without them.”

Local rugby teams take a bit of a beating It was a tough week for Merritt rugby teams as both the Barbarians men’s squad and the Merritt Secondary School senior boys’ side suffered lopsided losses to a pair of powerful opponents. On Saturday, the Barbarians traveled to the Okanagan where they were unceremoniously blanked by the host Vernon Jackals 25-0. The winners held just a 5-0 lead at half time, but a series of undisciplined penalties by Merritt players allowed Vernon to pull away on the scoreboard in the final 40 minutes. “We lost our composure, and let them get the better of us,” stated Barbarians’ spokesperson Nathan Brigden. “It may be a blessing in disguise, however, as it exposed some of our weaknesses, and showed us what we need to work on.” They’ll need to make the adjustments in pretty short order, as the Barbarians host the Penticton Harlequins this Saturday at 1 p.m. at Voght Park. The Harlequins have a 2-0 record thus far this season while the Barbarians are sitting at 1-1. On Monday, a relatively young and inexperienced MSS Panther squad was schooled 40-5 on home turf by a very efficient Westsyde Whundas team from Kamloops. The visitors built a 14-0 lead with the wind in their favor in the first half and just never looked back. The Panthers struggled to win scrums or rucks throughout the game, and failed to maintain ball possession for any length of time. Merritt’s only try came on a 40-yard solo dash by Ben Cunningham early in the second half.

Merritt Barbarian Mark Price (right) attempts to tackle a Vernon Jackal opponent during a game played on Saturday in Vernon. Lisa Vandervelde /Vernon Morning Star

Daniel Gradinaru (centre) of the MSS Panthers senior boys’ team carries the ball into contact against the Westsyde Whundas on Tuesday. Ian Webster/Herald

BALL HUNGRY (Photos top to bottom) Merritt’s Amber Long executes a textbook stuff block at the net during her team’s (Victorious Secret) three-set win over 9-Lives from Vernon in preliminary play on Saturday at the Merritt Secondary School gym. Cat Ohler of the Super Neons spikes the ball on Sunday at the CMS while teammates Jane Wowchuk (left) and Gabby Hindler look on. The Neons, from Merritt, went on to win the Recreation 1A division, defeating Vernon’s FUBAR in the final. Molly Brigden of the GWB squad sets the ball in her team’s final game on Sunday. The GWBs wore capes throughout the weekend in keeping with the Volleyfest theme of Superheroes and Villains. Ian Webster/Herald

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Merritt high school rodeo team rides into action The nine-member Merritt Secondary School rodeo team got their spring season off to a great start with several excellent placings at the BCHSRA south region’s first event in Kamloops on the weekend. Grade 11 student Amy Pozzobon led the charge with a pair of wins and one second place finish. The strong showing earned her the girls’ all-around title for the three-day competition that was held at the Whispering Pines rodeo grounds. Merritt’s Riley Kynoch and Fallon Fosbery were also winners.

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MSS GIRLS’ SOCCER REPORT The Merritt Secondary Panthers girls’ soccer team went 1-2-1 in their four games played this past week. Last Thursday, the squad lost to Ashcroft 4-1 in a league game. On Saturday, MSS defeated Logan Lake 4-0, tied Clearwater 0-0 and fell to Ashcroft again, 5-1, in a jamboree held in Kamloops. Madie Rauch had three of the Merritt goals in the quartet of games. Other Panther scorers were Madison Webber, Jasmine Nann and Zoya Khan. MSS hosts Clearwater on Thursday of this week at 4 p.m. at the Central Elementary School playing fields.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us about it by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com LIVE THEATRE Merritt Live Theatre Society (MLTS) is having a meeting and potluck supper on Tuesday, May 15 at 6:00 p.m. at the Culture Club. Everyone is welcome to attend. If you would like any more information please email: merrittlivetheatresociety@ gmail.com YOUTH CHOIR TO PERFORM AT TRINITY UNITED CHURCH “ Genesis Too, a youth choir from Highlands United Church, North Vancouver will be at Trinity United Church Sunday, May 6 at 10:00 a.m.. Trinity extends a welcome to all to join in the musical worship service conducted by this choir of youth from grade 4 to 11. For more information call 250378-5735.

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June 24, 1944 - April 29, 2012 After Àghting illness bravely, Pat passed peacefully from our lives. She will be greatly missed by her husband Al, daughters Terri, Tracey and Shelley (Andy), grandchildren Braedy, Kara Lee, Tasia and Nick and great granddaughter Amilynn. Also left to grieve are her sister Shirley, brothers Jim and Ron and many nephews and nieces. Pat loved Logan Lake and for many years published and edited the weekly newspaper. Pat also opened the town’s Àrst corner store and later the Àrst arcade. She was always a Logan Lake booster. The family would like to thank the staff at RIH with special thanks to Dr. Rollheiser and Jacky and the nurses on 3 West, and the nurses and staff at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home for their support and care. Should friends so desire, donations to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice Home, 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, B.C., V2E 2S9 would be appreciated in Pat’s memory. A Celebration of Pat’s Life will be held at the Logan Lake Senior’s Centre on Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenings. com. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Schoening Funeral Service, 250-374-1454.

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FOR RENT 2 BED APARTMENT

Available immediately. $700/month includes heat Newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ed units â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clapperton Manorâ&#x20AC;? 2775 Clapperton Ave. New owner/manager 250-315-8670

Chrome roll-bar for a small truck $50. 250-378-8137 Four new Goodyear Nordic snow tires; balanced and mounted on rims for a Dodge Caravan. Easily a $900 value for $250. Also, 4 Dodge Caravan hubcaps for $50. 250-3788137

F/S, heat and hot water included.

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250-378-9880 Duplex / 4 Plex 2 bedroom half duplex bungalow. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, utilities included. Small fenced yard $775 per month. 250-378-0887

Misc for Rent

ALL SEASONS MOTEL AFFORDABLE â&#x20AC;˘ 1 bdrm w/kitchenette â&#x20AC;˘ 2 bdrm w/kitchenette â&#x20AC;˘ family units w/kitchenette Daily, Weekly & Monthly Rentals â&#x20AC;˘ Cable TV â&#x20AC;˘ FREE Movies â&#x20AC;˘ Air Conditioning

â&#x20AC;˘ Special Rate For Truckers

250-378-2352

Mobile Homes & Pads 2 bedroom mobile home. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, large fenced yard, large sundeck $800 per month or $900 per month with utilities included. 250-378-0887

Small ads, BIG deals! Room & Board Rooms to rent and/or room & board. $400/mon. for room. Room & board negotiable. Seniors preferred. Contact Doug or Donna at 250-378-5688 or douggdixon@yahoo.ca. No alcohol or drugs.

Shared Accommodation Shared Accommodations 2 bdrm mobile. $300/mon. utilities included 250-319-7776

Suites, Lower 1 bdrm bsmnt suite. Avail May 1. F/s, w/d, n/smoking, n/pets, util, cable, and internet incl. $650 250-378-5172

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Scrap Batteries Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288 Scrap Vehicles, Equip. & steel wntd. Have HIAB truck. In/out of town. I pay $$$$ 315-4893

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Auto Financing

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Trucks & Vans

1-800-910-6402

Truck for Sale 1993 Dodge Ram 250 Commins Diesel with 4 mag wheels and Cooper tires, plus 4 winter, tires on rims. Excellent on fuel $5,000 ďŹ rm. 250-378-2889

Legal Notices

SHACKAN INDIAN BAND

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED LOCAL REVENUE LAWS AND INVITATION TO MAKE PRESENTATIONS NOTICE IS GIVEN, pursuant to section 6 of the First Nations Fiscal and Statistical Management Act (hereafter referred to as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;FSMAâ&#x20AC;?), that the Shackan First Nation (â&#x20AC;&#x153;The First Nationâ&#x20AC;?) propose to enact the Shackan First Nation Property Assessment Law, 2012 and the Shackan First Nation Property Taxation Law, 2012 (hereafter referred to as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Proposed Lawsâ&#x20AC;?). DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED LAWS: The Proposed Laws are a property taxation law and a property assessment law, both made under the authority of section 5(1)(a) of the FSMA. The property assessment law provides for the assessment and valuation of interests in land on the reserve lands of the First Nation, including appointing assessors, inspecting property, preparing assessment rolls, and mailing assessment notices. The property assessment law also provides a process for reconsideration of assessments and for a right of appeal to an independent assessment review board. The property taxation law establishes a taxation regime that taxes interests in land in the reserve, and includes provisions for exemptions, grants, preparing tax rolls and tax notices, the levy of penalties and interest on unpaid taxes, and the collection and enforcement of unpaid taxes. A COPY OF THE PROPOSED LAWS may be obtained from: Shawn Swakum, Shackan First Nation, at 2160 Settlers Road, Merritt, BC. COUNCIL OF THE FIRST NATION INVITES WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS regarding the proposed Laws. Written representations may be made to the Council from the date of this notice until May 15th, 2012. Persons wishing to make a written representation must deliver the document containing the representations to: Shawn Swakum, Shackan First Nation, 2160 Settlers Road, Merritt, BC V1K 1M9. Representations should be made on or before noon, **May 15** 2012 in order to ensure consideration by Council. Before making the Proposed Laws, Council will consider all written representations received in accordance with this Notice. CONTACT INFORMATION: For further information or questions regarding the Proposed Laws, this Notice, or the making of written representations to Council, please contact Shawn Swakum, Shackan First Nation Band OfďŹ ce by telephone at (250) 378-5410. This Notice Dated: **March 14, 2012**

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