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Woman approached by man with gun near bank Two men arrested for robbery, drug charges pending By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD
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OCTOPUS’ GARDEN Chantalle Anderson performs as a mermaid during a Linda’s Dance Studio recital in Spirit Square on Friday. Dance classes of various age groups performed to Beatles songs in the show called Octopus’ Garden, which was Linda Sanford’s last show before retirement. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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Two men have been charged with robbery after a Merritt woman was approached by a man with a gun while in her car outside the Royal Bank on June 13. The 35-year-old woman left the bank at around 9 p.m. last Wednesday and returned to her van where six children ranging in age from one to 13 were already seated. When she was ready to drive off, a young man approached the driver’s window, pulled out a gun and told her to give him all of her money. “The fast thinking female drove off fortunately without incident and [drove] to the police station to report the robbery,” says a Merritt RCMP press release. RCMP Cst. Tracy Dunsmore said the woman had only opened the window slightly and didn’t give him any money — she
simply drove off when he pulled out the gun. The male never fired the gun. With the help of the victim, RCMP located the suspect — 23-yearold Kamloops resident Gary Deschamps —and arrested him without incident for robbery. Dunsmore said the victim saw Deschamps walking down Voght Street near the Econo Lodge when she left the detachment and flagged the police who were already out looking for him. He did not have any fire arms when arrested. Further investigation into the robbery revealed a second male was involved and on Friday, RCMP entered a Merritt residence to search for fire arms with a search warrant. Following the search, police arrested 52-yearold Merritt resident Bill Nicholson for robbery. Additional firearms and drug charges are pending. As a result of the search, police also arrested a 17-yearold Lower Mainland resident who now has pending drug charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking. The two men are being held in custody awaiting court appearances and the incident is still under investigation.
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The idea literally came “from outta nowhere.” Kate Garthwaite had the notion to make a small batch of cider in her small Kitsilano kitchen. Though her first attempt was a flop, the idea began to ferment and she enrolled in a week-long cider making course at the University of Washington. From there, Kate bought a small apple press and made her first successful batch of cider with her father, Gord Garthwaite, using dessert apples and some crabapples from their neighbour’s trees. A sip from this cider lured Kate’s sister Theresa Pedersen, and the seeds of this family’s cider dream were sown. While Theresa and Gord enrolled in the same cider making course, Kate went to England where she apprenticed under a well-known craft cider maker in the country that produces 50 per cent of the world’s cider. When she returned, they turned a hayfield into an orchard and a barn into a ciderhouse at the Garthwaite family ranch near Mamit Lake and the Left Field Cider Company was born. The Garthwaites officially launched their cider several weeks ago after a successful debut at the 2012 Okanagan Festof-Ale in April where Left Field Cider was awarded Best Beverage. Blending English and French cider varieties
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with B.C. dessert apples, Left Field Cider produces a traditional English-style cider that follows the ‘Real’ cider movement. Made from fresh pressed apples without artificial sweeteners or flavourings, Real cider must contain at least 85 per cent juice. Unlike commercial cider, Real cider highlights the natural characteristics of the apple, says Theresa. “There is a growing movement in Washington to make full juice cider and it’s creeping up into B.C.,” she said. “Besides Left Field Cider, there are a few craft cideries on the Island and one in Oliver.” After three generations in the ranching business, the family jokes that the recent venture into cider making really did come out of left field. After all, people expect cider from the Okanagan, not necessarily from ranching country, but Theresa says the local climate works for apples.
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“They can even grow apples in Saskatchewan,” she says with a smile. “Apples can grow in colder climates and at higher altitudes too.” The whole family has embraced Kate’s cider dream and as they do when it comes time for branding at the ranch, they have all lent a hand. In April 2011, they planted the orchard and in September they pressed the apples. Their own trees had already yielded some fruit but they purchased most of the apples for their first production year from Keremeos, B.C. After allowing the apple juice to ferment for about a month and a half, they stored it to mature until March when they began the bottling process. According to Theresa, Left Field Cider produced about 9,000 litres of cider this year, which they are marketing and distributing in the Lower Mainland and
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• Cigarette butts suspect in Tolko fire the Okanagan. Locally, the cider which comes in two varieties — a Big Dry and a Little Dry — can be purchased at the cidery on Mamit Lake Road, though several local restaurants have started stocking it including The Grand Pub and Grill. “It’s been a really cool project to be involved with and to be well
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received so far has been great,” said Theresa, adding that the best part has been doing business with her family. The Left Field Co. tasting room is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. For more information visit www.leftfieldcider. com.
Cigarette butts were found in the grinder collection system that sparked this month’s Tolko Industries Ltd. fire in Merritt, says a report from mill management.
Sagebrush catches international attention Currently in its fourth season, the Merritt-area golf club ranked No. 85 on Golf Digest’s list of the top 100 golf courses outside the United States.
• Cash mob gears up for another spending spree Approximately 10 people participated in Merritt’s first Cash Mob on June 8, which sent spenders to Davis Leathers and More.
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Regular city council meeting at a glance June 12, 2012 Regular Council Meeting General Matters: 1. Members of the 950 Rocky Mountain Rangers presented to Council a photograph and plaque as a token of their appreciation for Council’s support and use of the Civic Centre for their 90th anniversary celebrations 2. Const. Tracy Dunsmore, RCMP and Kelly Donaldson, Community Policing Office made a presentation to Council on the efforts and successes of the Housing Task, a sub-committee of the Social Planning Committee, that was formed in January 2011 and provided the statistics for the “CREW” Shelter from December 2011 to March 2012
3. Sgt. Norm Fleming, Acting RCMP S/Sgt presented the RCMP annual report providing statistics for 2011 and the trending for 2012 and advised that S/ Sgt Sheila White will be taking her post in Merritt as of July 09, 2012 Unfinished Business: 1. Council approved the Development Permit 2012-B for Armstrong Street 2. Council deferred the Capital Replacement Review to allow the Financial Services Manager the opportunity to research the capabilities of the current Asset Management module on MAIS Bylaws: 1. Council adopted
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the City of Merritt By-Election and Voting Procedure and Automated Voting Machines Authorization Bylaw New Business: 1. Council accepted the application and awarded a Revitalization Tax Exemption Certificate, subject to final inspection for 1701 Menzies Street 2. Council adopted the amended Terms of Reference for the Directional Signage Committee 3. Council appointed the following members to the Directional Signage Committee:
Councillor Mike Goetz, 1 City of Merritt staff member, Kurt Christopherson, Chelsea Werrun, Don McLeod, Dave Fahlman and Ron Sanders 4. Council adopted the amended Busking/ Street Entertainment Policy Reports from Council: 1. Councillor Goetz attended the 950 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadets 90th Anniversary, the Country Run and the Community Round Table 2. Council approved Councillor
Norgaard replacing former Councillor Brigden on the Water Resource Advisory Committee and the Policy and Bylaw Review Committee 3. Councillor Murdoch attended the Walk of Stars Gala 4. Mayor Roline also attended the Walk of Stars Gala as well as the signing of the agreement between the Canadian Country Music Association, the National Music Centre and Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame 5. Councillor Norgaard attended the Water Festival 6. Councillor
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TRIPLE MIX : AQUA CYCLING, WATER RUNNING & CORE CONDITIONING: Friday July 27, 2012 - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (4 CALA, 4 FIS, 4 BCRPA credits) Decide to construct a class that mixes cycling, running and core conditioning or choose to design three separate classes that will add diversity to your aqua Àt programming and draw new comers, looking for cross training, to the pool. Learn the biomechanics of water running to improve land based performance, expérience super fun cycling variations and feel how effectively the core is integrated into every movement experience. ONE - FOUR HOUR WORKSHOP : $95 + tax TWO - FOUR HOUR WORKSHOPS : $175 + tax THREE - FOUR HOUR WORKSHOPS : $250 + tax REGISTER: Through CALA at 1-888-751-9823 or email: cala_aqua@mac.com
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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS CITY OF MERRITT ZONING BYLAW. UPDATE: On May 24, 2012, a City of Merritt Staff and Council Zoning Bylaw Update Workshop was held to discuss existing challenges and future opportunities. On June 5, 2012, the City of Merritt hosted a Community Open House to present to existing Zoning Bylaw to the community and seek input and comments from community residents and stakeholders prior to revising the Zoning Bylaw Thank You to all that attended the open house on Tuesday June 5th, 2012. The comments provided from those who attended will be reviewed and considered. To those that could not attend the open house, comments on our Zoning Bylaw are always welcome and encouraged.
The government-appointed Special Committee on Timber Supply is scheduled to meet with Merritt residents on July 12 for input about the supply of wood throughout B.C., including at Aspen Planers above. The committee anticipates the lumber shortage will last for another 50 years in the province. File photo
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What is next? • There is an ongoing survey available online. Go to www.merritt.ca and look for the link. • The project team will be narrowing down the proposed changes and creating the Àrst draft of new bylaw. • There will be a second open house in a few months For more information see the City of Merritt’s website at www.merritt.ca
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Beetle-killed lodgepole pine won’t be salvageable forever, says a new report from the Special Committee on Timber Supply. Now, the B.C.government-appointed committee is looking in Merritt for public input on July 12 about what to do about a possible a lumber shortage for the next 50 years. “They are looking to the public for ideas, and input on their ideas, about what the possibilities are at a timber supply level,” said Pat Salm, facilitator for the Nicola Thompson Fraser Public Advisory Group. Actions such as fertilizing the trees so they grow faster, and harvesting around streams and wetlands
“It is projected,” the report states, “that 10 to 15 years from now, overall provincial timber supplies will be 20 per cent below the pre-infestation levels and that this reduction may last for up to 50 years. “In areas with the greatest per cent of pine, timber shortages are already being noted and the drop in harvest level will likely exceed the provincial average of 20 per cent.” The Merritt information session is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 12 at either the Best Western or the Merritt Desert Inn. The Special Committee was appointed by the Legislative
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could increase the lumber supply. “You play the what-if scenarios, like what if we could go after younger stands,” Salm said. “Currently, maybe some of the younger stands are under-sized, but thicker stands.” While the committee estimates that 80 per cent of lodgepole pine throughout the province will be killed by the beetle, that number drops in the southern regions, including around Merritt. A large percentage of wood processed in Merritt is pine. The largest recorded pine-beetle outbreak in North American history has eaten away approximately 18.1 million hectares, the June 11 report noted.
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What is the zoning bylaw • The basic purpose of a Zoning Bylaw is to regulate how development may occur within speciÀc zones of the community (what can be built and how big buildings can be on a property). • The Zoning Bylaw also includes maps that clearly identify “zones” to facilitate land use management and protect the community from conÁicting land uses. • Zoning Bylaws help planners, developers, real estate agents and members of the public make informed decisions about where and what to build in Merritt. • The Zoning Bylaw regulates the community’s vision and provides guidelines that direct future development within the City.
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HERALD OPINION Canada must diversify, expand to enjoy economic stability This week I will be voting in full support of Bill C-38 the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act. My support for this bill will be a disappointment for some citizens who for a variety of reasons, oppose the second phase of our government’s Economic Action Plan that is carried out in Budget 2012. When I ran to become a Member of Parliament, I did so with the intent to support a platform that recognizes the importance of jobs and supporting our regional economies. In our region some of the largest employers in communities like Okanagan Falls, Princeton, Merritt and Logan Lake are supported through mining activities and responsible resource development. Many of the spin off industries that also benefit from this industry are located in communities like West Kelowna, Penticton and Summerland. It is also the revenue from resource royalties that help fund the very services that we as Canadians depend upon. When the U.S. housing market collapsed, we all watched the resulting decline in our local forestry dependent communities. Mill closures and resulting unemployment in communities where well paying jobs are in short supply are very serious concerns. While we are fortunate to see our resource sector being revitalized, we must also recognize that it is important to diversify and expand our markets so that our Canadian economy can enjoy more stability. Likewise we must also recognize that in order to diversify to other trading partners we require efficient access, not just to the markets themselves but also to our resources. We also cannot ignore that today Canada is facing one of the greatest and most challenging global economic environments in history. While our government is criticized for attempting to do too much with
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Downtown problem is perception, not safety
JADE SWARTZBERG Merritt HERALD Last Tuesday Sgt. Norm Flemming told city council that Merritt was a safe community at the conclusion of his annual RCMP report to the city. “Certainly it has its challenges, but overall, I view the city as friendly and safe,” he said. Of course it was only
a day later that a Merritt woman with six children in tow had a gun pulled on her as she was leaving the Royal Bank. A young man approached the driver’s window of her van, took out a gun and told her to give him all of her money. Reacting quickly, she slipped the car into drive and took off in the direction of the police station. While it is certainly unsettling to hear of an incident like this happening so close to home, for the most part, I tend to agree with Flemming’s summation. As a young woman, I feel comfortable shopping
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downtown by myself and interacting with people on the streets. I go for jogs by myself by the light of the sun and even by the light of the moon. While I am certainly more cautious about the latter, I wouldn’t venture out for a run at night in all of the cities I’ve lived in. The loiterers are there, but most are harmless and you find them in most cities you visit. Sometimes these characters even add to the Merritt experience. For example, one day I was lucky enough to be serenaded by a slightly intoxicated man. He sang Johnny Cash. (How did
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he know I have a soft spot for the Man in Black?) When I feel this degree of security and know that many others do too, I can’t help but raise my eyebrows when I hear talk along the grapevine that people are too scared to shop downtown. During Flemming’s presentation, he compared crime statistics from 2012 to 2011, and gave the percentage of each statistic that occurs downtown. For most of these statistics, the percentage was below 30 per cent. For example, according to his numbers, 25 per cent of Merritt’s vandalism happens downtown.
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More than an issue of safety, I think the problem plaguing Merritt’s downtown core is one of perception. Community initiatives such as the recent roundtable, the upcoming Merritt and District Chamber of Commerce Street Fest and the ongoing Cash Mobs will do much to correct this. If residents are nervous, that is certainly valid, but I encourage you to venture downtown and face your fears — pack some pepper spray and go shopping. I think you’ll come to realize that Merritt really is a pretty safe place to be.
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From Page 6 Bill C-38, the opposition and supporters are suggesting that Canada should instead do nothing. Obviously this is a point of disagreement and one we have debated about at length. In fact there has not been a budget bill for the past twenty years to receive as much study as Bill C-38 has. It should also be noted that in spite of opposition claims to the contrary, Budget 2012 is actually a smaller budget document than the bills were for budgets in 2009, 2010, 2011. Recently our government actually voted to extend the House hours until midnight so that even more debate could occur. Although not widely reported in the media, it was the NDP who voted against increasing the debate time on Bill C-38. I am confident that regardless of the number of bills or amount of debate time allocated, the Opposition and supporters would continue to remain opposed to Budget 2012. Fortunately there are some facts that can be agreed upon. During our government’s economic action plan, Canada’s job creation record has been the best in the entire G7. Further, our consecutive budgets have also ensured that Canada’s net debt to GDP ratio is by far the lowest in the G7. More importantly both the International Monetary Fund and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development have predicted that the Canadian economy will be amongst the very best performing in the industrialized world over the next 24 months. In summary, Budget 2012 continues to build upon the success of Budget 2011 in ensuring that Canada is a leading country in a challenging and fragile economic environment. I do appreciate that there are those who oppose Bill C-38 and my support for this bill will not be welcomed by them. In any healthy democratic environment there will be disagreement on issues of importance, and for elected individuals, how we vote will invariably disappoint some much as it will meet the approval of others. In this instance I believe it is important for those disappointed by my vote to hear firsthand the reasons why I am supporting Bill C-38 and the jobs it will protect and enhance throughout the OkanaganCoquihalla region. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla and can be reached at dan. albas@parl.gc.ca.
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POP TABS TO WHEEL CHAIRS Ruth Steffens donates a cheque to Gillis House for $562.80, which was raised by community efforts to collect 804 pounds of can tabs. Collections began in 1997 and so far Gillis House has managed to purchase eight wheel chairs. Left to right: Terry Stockwell, manager; Betty Doberstein, president of the Hospital Auxilliary; Candice Portleance, supervisor for recreation; Steffens; and Gillis House resident Johnny Curnow (front). Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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Why respond to one complaint and not others? Dear Editor: The City of Merritt was patching a bump on River Ranch Road on May 20 in front of Tim Horton’s as there was a complaint about it to the mayor. How can a complaint from one resident get so much attention, when multiple complaints from a volume of people get ignored? What makes this one person so special? For this one bump, there were three to four city workers, two traffic control people, two dump trucks, three paving crews
a packer and a backhoe. This I know inconvenienced all of the patrons at Tim Horton’s (as Tim Horton’s was blocked off at one entrance), as well as the owners and people going to the other stores. All of this for a very minimal bump at the corner of River Ranch Road and Irvine that didn’t bother the majority of the travelling public. All of this because someone complained about it. I wonder what the final tally for this project was, as I too am a taxpayer, and I know there are
far more important roads and projects that could be done with my tax dollars. This was a total waste of mine, and the people of Merritt’s money for you to squander away Mayor Roline. If you were going to fix something, it should be the exit, entrance from McDonald’s as many people bottom out there. For all of you reading this, and those that were incovenienced, you should let your thoughts be known formally to the city by way of letter or email or fax as you never
know, this may happen again. As a final note, Mayor Roline, I would like something to be done with Armstrong Street as the road is in bad shape, needs a sidewalk (as many families live on that narrow road and walk with their young children), and more upgrades done, as well as many other roads in our city. I am one person; please fix this as you did for that one person.
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very very good value.” Marcia Street-Thomson: “How come you don’t get Merritt Marketing Group to do it.....keep it in town....support your local business......geez!” Anthony Abraria: “I don’t think any of the web development companies in town, including mine, have
the resources to provide the city with the quality of website that they will get from Acro Media for the price. Acro Media is one of the best development firms in the country, I think we’re lucky to have them as the proponent of the redesign, and I’m sure any naysayers will agree when the newly improved site is unveiled.”
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GRAD TIME Kayla Coutlee participates in the Merritt Secondary School First Nations graduation celebration last Thursday at the Civic Centre. Phillip Woolgar/Herald
Douglas Lake school now offers diplomas By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD
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N’Kwala School in Douglas Lake now offers Dogwood High School Diplomas, and its first graduate arrived with other First Nations students to the Merritt Civic Centre on Thursday to celebrate the area’s aboriginal graduations. Like many high school students, Autumn Dennis studies in class for five days per week from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., but she attends only one classroom and her classmates are as young as Grade 8. “I’ve been there since elementary,” she said. “I’m the only Grade 12 student there.”
The school is divided into two classrooms. The first is from kindergarten to Grade 7, and then from Grade 8 to Grade 12. Groups are broken into nursery, kindergarten and Grade 1, then other Grade 1s, as well as grades 2 and 3, then 4, 5, 6, 7, and then grades 8 to 12. “I think they do a really good job [organizing the program] there,” she said while waiting for speeches in the Merritt Civic Centre. “It’s a really close-knit place. Everyone is friends with everyone.” Dennis plans to attend NVIT next year where she will register for indigenous studies and live in a dorm.
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Then she will likely apply to the University of British Columbia and move to Vancouver, she said. “I’d like to be an anthropologist or archeologist,” she explained. “Then I’d like to come back to my community to teach others about how great my experience was.” Prior to the Dogwood Diploma being offered at Douglas Lake, students would bus approximately 45 minutes each way to Merritt Secondary School, or attend a distance education program. School principal Christine Hammonds said offering the program at N’Kwala is a
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Merritt Country Run Society would like to thank all of the walk / runners for participating on June 10th for our 3rd annual run and for helping us raise approximately $3,000 for Canadian Tire JumpStart program. Thank you to all the businesses and local support we received. Without your backing we would not be able to put on this event.
See you at our 4th Annual event on June 9, 2013 at Voght Park.
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Highland Valley Copper’s Open House Committee is seeking “letters of interest” from local nonpro¿t organizations for volunteers to assist us at this year’s Open House on Monday, August 6, 2012. The volunteer members may be asked to assist in one of our concession stands, cook hot dogs, and help with parking. A Food Handler’s Certi¿cate is required. If you require additional information please call 250-523-3737. If interested in being part of this fun day, please submit a “letter of interest” before July 3, 2012 to the attention of:
Autumn Dennis is the first Grade 12 graduate from N’Kwala School in Douglas Lake. She was in Merritt celebrating with other Nicola Valley grads last week. Phillip Woolgar/Herald
welcome addition to the community. “This is the first time that we’ve ever been able to graduate students from N’Kwala,” she said. “It’s great that we can
offer it here because students before had to do the program on SCIDES [South Central Interior Distance Education School] or go into Merritt.”
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How can timber supply in BC’s central interior be increased? Forests make up nearly two thirds of the province and are an important economic, social and environmental resource in the lives of many British Columbians. Over the last 13 years the outbreak of mountain pine beetle has affected an estimated 18.1 million hectares of forest throughout BC. The effects of the infestation continue to present major challenges to the forest industry and communities in BC’s central interior. The all-party Special Committee on Timber Supply was appointed by the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia to examine and make recommendations to address the loss of mid-term timber supply in the central interior. Specifically, the committee must consider recommendations that could increase timber supply. A discussion paper describing the issue and outlining possible options is available online to inform and focus public input. The committee will be holding a public hearing in Merritt on Thursday, July 12. British Columbians may also participate by sending a written submission, or a video or audio file. The deadline for public input is Friday, July 20, 2012. For more information, including meeting dates, locations and times of public hearings and to view the discussion paper, please visit our website at: www.leg.bc.ca/timbercommittee OR CONTACT: Office of the Clerk of Committees, Room 224, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4; tel: 250.356.2933, or toll-free in BC: 1.877.428.8337; fax: 250.356.8172; e-mail: timbercommittee@leg.bc.ca
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The trouble with loans to family or friends Adopt a Pet DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY A friend or relative asks you for a loan. You want to help, of course, because you care. According to an Investors Group poll* 64 per cent of Canadians surveyed agree with you, having loaned or borrowed more than $500 to or from family or friends. But your loan could prompt a payback you don’t expect, like stressing and straining your relationship with the borrower to the breaking point and beyond, and it could cost you a lot of money if the loan is not repaid. Of those polled, 26 per cent reported that family/friend loans were not fully repaid.
31 per cent of the money lenders felt pressured to make the loan, and the 54 per cent of those who experienced the greatest feeling of pressure did not get repaid at all. The majority of loans between friends or family were for moderate amounts, with 67 per cent borrowing between $500 and $5,000, 14 per cent borrowing between $5,000 and $10,000, and 15 per cent borrowing more than $10,000. For both lenders and borrowers, top loan purposes were financial emergencies (25 per cent), big-ticket purchases (15 per cent), education (13 per cent) and a home down payment (11 per cent). Lesser priorities were house repairs (7 per cent), starting a business or taking a vacation (both at 5 per cent) or another big event (3 per cent). One of the biggest mistakes that lenders to
family or friends make is providing the loan without a written agreement. 83 per cent of survey respondents said they made that mistake, and it’s easy to see why because a demand for formal documentation can be viewed by either party as a sign of mistrust. But that shouldn’t be the case. Asking for specific loan conditions or a pay-back plan in a written agreement will actually help you avoid trouble by reducing the potential for disagreements and relationship rifts. If you can’t bring yourself to ask for a written agreement, you should probably look for some help. Your professional advisor can act as your mediator in a way that will not strain your relationship and a lawyer may be required to draft the written agreement. Your advisor can also show you how that loan could affect your overall financial objectives.
*A total of 2,002 surveys were completed with Canadian adults between September 18th and September 24th 2008, using the Harris/Decima eVox online panel. The data is weighted in tabulation to replicate actual population distribution by age and sex within each region according to the 2006 Census data. This column, written and published by Investors Group Financial Services Inc. (in Québec – a Financial Services Firm), and Investors Group Securities Inc. (in Québec, a firm in Financial Planning) presents general information only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any investments. Contact your own advisor for specific advice about your circumstances. For more information on this topic please contact your Investors Group Consultant. Contact David Brown at 250-3150241 or at david. brown@investorsgroup.com to book your appointment.
Logan Lake RCMP respond to three thefts By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD
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Robbers broke into Logan Lake Ranch and Country Club before stealing saddles, bridles, bits, ATV tires, machinery and tools, says Logan Lake RCMP. “Culprits broke into several paddocks,” Const. Robert Drake said, noting the theft took place between June 8 and 10. “There are distinguishing features on some of the items should anyone have information regarding the sale or disposal of these items.” Copper Wire Stolen Approximately 600 feet of copper wire, valued at $6,000, was cut and stolen near Logan Lake, says the area’s RCMP. The theft occurred overnight on June 10 and 11 near the Walloper Gravel Pit in Lac Le Jeune. “Companies working in the rural areas should be aware that theft of
tools and copper have increased in the recent months with copper prices being high,” Drake noted. The RCMP is asking for public help identifying people or vehicles arriving or leaving from the Walloper Gravel Pit on Highway 97C near Exit 336 to Logan Lake.
Vehicles Robbed Several vehicles were allegedly broken into and jerry cans containing gas were stolen from a neighbouring property between Tuesday and Thursday last week in Logan Lake. “Several vehicles had items stolen from them and the ignitions
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Thank You! The “Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life” in Merritt would like to express our gratitude and give a huge THANK YOU, to all of the participants, our many sponsors and to the volunteers that all contributed to making this years’ event a HUGE Success! Together we raised OVER $9,000! The Canadian Cancer Society will invest the dollars raised in life-saving cancer research, important cancer prevention initiatives and caring support services for people living with cancer, that will beneÀt the many people right here in OUR OWN community of Merritt that suffer from the effects of cancer, as well as, helping thousands of people world wide. Thank you to all our sponsors who contributed to the Relay For Life in a variety of ways. • Merritt Herald – Top Media Sponsor • Merritt News – Top Media Sponsor • Q101.1 – Base Media Sponsor • Valley Brew • The Morning Market • Country Bug Books and Gifts – Supporter • Interior Saving Credit Union - Bronze Sponsor • Starbucks Coffee – Community Sponsor • Coopers Food – Sponsor of Survivor Banquet • Knights Of Columbus – Breakfast Sponsor • 2nd Avenue Signs • Lordco • Allan’s Woodworking • Mandolin’s Coffee • Beta Sigma Phi Gamma Chi • Marks Work Wearhouse • Beyond the Willow • Nicola Valley Dollar Mart • Blacks Pharmacy • Post Meat Market • Creative Company • Shop Avon With Deb Tolles • Curves • The Legion Colour Guard • Extra Foods • Tim Horton’s • Frank Douthwright’s Mechanical • Walmart • Home Hardware Building Supplies • Work N’ Play • Liz Hanna Also a special thank you to Allison Productions, The 950 RCACC Cadets and our local band “Tin Cat Kitchen” who provided our entertainment and to the Knights of Columbus who generously sponsored our early morning breakfast! Again THANK YOU to EVERYONE that contributed to making Merritt’s Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life such a huge success.
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Council tie puts motion to rest for administration review officer By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD
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Merritt’s mayor and councillors could not decide whether or not the City of Merritt should have a local administration review officer to resolve complaints when they reached a tie at the June 12 council meeting. Council received a recommendation from the Policy and Bylaw Review Committee to create a middle step to address citizens’ concerns that fall under the Administrative Fairness Complaint Resolution Policy. This middle step would give people someone to approach with their city-related concerns after speaking to the Chief Administrative Officer, but before taking it to the provincial level where an Ombudsperson is available to resolve issues and foster fairness in public administration. However, when two councillors and the mayor voted in favour of the motion and three councillors voted against it, the motion was essentially defeated. When all councillors are present, the mayor acts as the tie-
breaker, but with Norm Brigden’s seat vacant until the byelection, it is possible that that councillors won’t reach a majority. Mayor Susan Roline supported the recommendation and said it would be beneficial to have a local person residents could talk to to resolve their complaints. “There are a lot of people out there with unresolved issues and it hurts us,� she said. CAO Matt Noble explained that the admin review officer would ideally be someone with investigation experience who could review residents’ concerns about how city administration deals with the public and administers policy procedure and bylaws on a case by case basis. He said in general, people with concerns should speak to a department manager, then the CAO, but the third-party independent person would be an available option if the resident was still not satisfied. In other communities, he said administration review officers typically receive a stipend or a small retainer for their community service.
Coun. Clara Norgaard, however, said it was unnecessary for the city to create the position. “Our responsibility is to provide the public with services, not to convince people to live in harmony with their neighbours,� she said. “This is just another one of those things that may not work.� Norgaard also questioned whether there were any other communities in British Columbia that have a similar position. “I’m not aware of any in B.C., but every community in Saskatchewan has to have them,� said Noble. “We want to do the right thing and this is a demonstration of that.� Coun. Dave Baker was open to the idea and said the City has nothing to lose by trying it. “Why not give it a shot?� he said. “It would be interesting to see how many residents pick up on it if this is someone who lives locally.� Roline, Baker and Coun. Mike Goetz voted in favour of the motion to create the position, while Norgaard, Coun. Harry Kroeker and Coun. Alastair Murdoch opposed it.
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LAYING FOUNDATIONS Workers from Phoenix Ready Mix lay the foundation of a wall at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola. The cement is part of the initial phases of the park’s revamp that is expected to be completed in September. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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This mural that is painted onto the Pharmasave building on Coutlee Avenue was covered with white paint by the building’s owner last week as part of maintenance. The art is one of Merritt’s first murals. TNRD Film Commission
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People commuting to downtown Merritt may have noticed a change in scenery, as a notable mural has been covered by white paint on the side of the Pharmasave building on Coutlee Avenue. City of Merritt staff met Tuesday to discuss
the act of painting over the mural, which they said was part of the building owner’s maintenance and didn’t break a bylaw. “If that had been a mural that was part of the Walk of Stars agreement, then there would be [a bylaw infraction],” said Sean O’Flaherty, the city’s development services
‘It would be different if they painted over Alan Jackson.’ —CITY OF MERRITT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OFFICER SEAN O’FLAHERTY
officer. “This is about a building owner wanting to keep his building looking fresh and
there’s no way to freshen up a mural without [compromising] the artist.” The mural depicted
a ranching scene, with cattle and blue skies, and was painted to the side of the approximately 100 foot by 15 foot wall. “It would be different if they painted over Alan Jackson at the side of Home Hardware,” O’Flaherty said. “That’s different, because that’s under an agreement with the
City and there are different rules.” Pharmasave leases the store and the owner of the building decided to paint it over as part of maintenance, said a Pharmasave manager who didn’t want to be named. “They contacted the painter, and she was fine with it, so it got painted over,” she
said. “Unfortunately it was just peeling off. The sun just baked it to death.” The muralist who painted the scene wasn’t available by press time. While the City and Pharmasave don’t know exactly when the mural was painted, they estimate it was between 10 and 20 years ago.
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$35,000
2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year
M 3486
• Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home • 18x20 interlocking driveway • 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring • Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed M 3607
• • • •
$76,900
$44,000
Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located
M 3525
• Clean as a whistle!! • Tenant pays $475/month • Close to bus, schools, corner store & town • Bachelor apt in Nicola Apts M 3730
$50,000
• Ground level 1 bdrm condo • Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry • Parking right out front • Low monthly maintenance fee
$76,900
M 3738
$78,900
• • • •
Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included
M 3270
$49,900
• 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
• • • •
One bdrm in strata building. Rent $550-600 Under new management Shopping & bus close by
M 3613
$68,000
• 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
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250-378-6181
250-315-3672
250-378-1586
250-280-7253
250-315-3503
250-315-5178
tommcdongh@royallepage.ca
janispost@royallepage.ca
johnissac@telus.net
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1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184
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Don Ward Sales Rep
Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep
Cathy Property Manager
Lynda Property Manager
250-378-1996
250-378-6181
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS
• • • •
3 bedroom rancher Spacious kitch, dinrm, & lvgrm 1 car garage w/ lane access Close to schools, park & town
M 3754
$90,000
• • • •
2 bdrm in Strata unit in Sandpiper Easy walk to downtown core Bus service only moments away Laundry rm & air conditioning
M 3684
$108,000
• • • •
2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed
M 3737
$110,000
• Ground level condo w/ newer paint & carpets • In ste laundry, new dryer • Open flr plan for living rm & kitchen • Affordable first time or retirement living
M 3702
$113,000
• • • •
3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing
M 3720
$113,000
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Commercial lot-C3 zoning Good investment property Tenant pays $700/month + utilities Lane access & close to downtown
M 3703
$114,000
• Vinyl windows, vinyl siding, new h/w tank • 2 level townhouse, 3 bdrms & 2 baths • Fenced yard, school across the street • Typical rent $750, no strata fees
M 3745
$115,000
• 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
• • • •
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
• 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
• • • •
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
$139,900
M 3675
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 New lots in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting. Fully services including curbs & storm drain all prepaid by the developer. M 3692 $57,000 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
• 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
• • • •
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
• Neat as a pin!! 3 bdrm Rancher • Walking distance to town, parks, school • 1 car detached shop • New h/w tank, elec upgrade & more
M 3750
$145,900
• Urban living at its finest! • 1 bdrm apt features a modern open concept design • Perfect for entertaining • Granite counter tops, laminate & tile in kitch & bath
M 3699
$149,000
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Corner lot ½ duplex in quiet area Fenced yard, carport & loads of parking Upgrades include: kitchen counter tops, Laminate flring, paint, ext doors & light fixtures
M 3763
$155,000
• • • •
3 bedroom 1/2 duplex Family oriented neighbourhood New paint, flooring, countertops Large, open backyard
M 3736
$159,000
• • • •
Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home
M 3751
$159,000
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M 3708
M 3700
$169,000
• Quiet location, close to schools, park & trails • Large addition on its own land • Improvements are new laminate flrs, gas f/p • New app, new h/w tank & 2 lovely sundecks
M 3760
$174,900
• Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse • End unit-includes all appliances • PRICED TO SELL!! • 24 hour notice required
M 3741
$199,900
• 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
$209,000
• Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck • Upgrade vinyl windows & siding • New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system • Interior has new finish throughout
M 3761
$213,000
• Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse • Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances • Gas fireplace & many extras • Low maintenance property
M 3729
$219,500
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$159,900
Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated
M 3744
$165,000
• • • •
Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back
M 3365
$165,000
• • • •
Urban living at its finest 2 bdrm apt, open design Granite countertops, laminate flring SS appliances & in-unit laundry
$165,000
M 3757
$90,000
• • • •
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
$215,000
• • • •
Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!
M 3689
$235,000
• 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
$239,900
• 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
$241,000 $ $24 1,000
M 3632 3632
1 SOLD - 1 LEFT
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
• Wide open space is your backyard view • 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home • Large .23 acre lot • Lots of room for toys & RV’s
M 3764
$248,000
• • • •
3 bdrm family home Security system, 80% efficient furnace A/C, new windows, except bathroom Beautiful l/scaping, treed & fenced
M 3687
$249,000
• • • •
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
• • • •
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
• • • •
4 bedroom, 2 level home New 2-stage HE furnace in 2008 Quiet street, fully fenced yards Single car garage & Detached shop
M 3639
$268,900
• • • •
Very nice 4 bdrm 2.5 bath fam home Close to downtown & schools Central air, security system Garden shed & gazebo
M 3293
$269,000
• Well kept home on cul-de-sac street • Varnished oak staircase at entry • Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets • Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn
• • • •
M 3735
M 3753
$276,000
Executive home on quiet CDS Open concept w/ vaulted ceilings 1 bedroom in-law suite Large country kitchen
$284,900
• • • •
Some recent upgrades New ceramic tile flring & windows 3 bdrms up & 2 down Fenced backyd & close to schools
M 3717
$289,900
• • • •
Beautiful B eautif tifull op open en floor plan Double sided fireplace High ceilings Deluxe master bedroom
M 3579
$299,900 $
D SOL • • • •
Gorgeous new Rancher Granite/marble countertops Heated ceramic floors in the 2 baths 10’ ceilings & crown mouldings
M 3740
$300,200
• Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home • New appliances, central ai & vac • 24x40 wired & heated shop • Double lot & RV parking
M 3673
$308,000
• • • •
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
$319,900
• New, bright & beautiful 2000+ sqft home • 1 bdrm legal suite mortgage helper • Kitchen has eating island w/ electricity • 2-5-10 National Home Warranty
M 3759
$324,900
• Incredible revenue property • SxS fourplex on 1/3 acre of land • All 4 units are updated; new flrs, paint & countertops • Highly desirable location
M 3768
$325,000
• • • •
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
M 3723
$329,000
• • • •
$329,000
• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck
M 3762
$334,900
• 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 3719 $335,000
• Beautifully reno’ed 3 level split on the Bench • Open concept w/ large windows, vaulted ceilings • New kitchen, SS app, new bathrm, flring & paint • Superb quality finishings, only steps from Bench Elem
• • • •
M 3743
M 3724
$335,900
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
$352,500
INDUSTRIAL Great business opportunity. Landscaping supplies comes w/2 forklifts & 1 skid steer. 1 yr free rent, option to buy land. M 3767 $95,000 • 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 3727
$359,000
• 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 $359,000
• • • •
Do you want comfort?? Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles
M 3664
$369,000
• 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
• 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 3732
$379,000
• • • •
Three bedrooms & a den Open concept design Beautiful views Home warranty
M 3665
• • • •
$379,000
5 bdrm, 3 bath family home Stunning views of the valley Beautiful cherry kitch w/ SS appliances Formal dinrm & extra lge master bdrm w/ balcony
M 3771
$385,000
• • • •
9.88 acres in Petit Creek 3 bedroom home with solarium Drilled well produces 157gpm Fenced & cross-fenced-3 bay shop
M 3578
$398,000
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Investors, take note** 4 plex with 2 lots Large 2, 3 bdrm & 2, 2 bdrm stes Close to schools & parks
M 3769
$399,900
• • • •
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
$5000 appliance bonus!!
• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water
M 3765
$429,000
• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Low maintenance landscaping-lane access • Inground pool & private backyard
M 3701
$439,000
• 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
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Gorgeous 5 bdrm family home 3/4” oak hw flooring w/ ceramic tile Extra lge kitch w/ pantry Lge master bdrm has 5 pc ensuite
M 3770
$465,000
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Executive 3 bdrm rancher Riverfront, .55 acres Completely landscaped, flat property Hardwood thruout, incredibly private
M 3651
$485,000
• Wonderful executive home on the Bench • Totally finished 4 level split • Gourmet kitchen, 5 bdrms, 3 baths • Fantastic views from deck
M 3612
$499,000
Beautiful river view lot close to downtown. Nice, quiet neighborhood. The uncompromised view never to change. M 3707 $89,000 2 lots 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
1500+sqft move-in ready bungalow 4 bdrms, 2 full baths Hardwood floors, gas fireplace Finished garage w/ storage
M 3752
Fully serviced R-2 lot, close to schools & d/t. Bring your bldg ideas. Trades considered. M 3274 $72,900
One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola. Cleared, level & serviced by LN Water Works. Approved for septic & HST already paid. Incredibly quiet location M 3746 $99,000
RANCHER • • • •
Views of the Nicola Valley with walking trails & shopping nearby. All services are u/g & at lot line. One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods. M 3758 $67,000
Good sized lot, ok for double wide. City services @ prop line. Mountain view in a quiet area. M 3534 $79,000
3 bedroom rancher Spacious kitch, dinrm, & lvgrm 1 car garage w/ lane access Close to schools, park & town
M 3754
• • • •
NEW PRICE
D SOL • 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!!
3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back
• Over 3000 sqft 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
• • • •
Beautiful executive home Quality finishings throughout 4 bdrms, lge mste w/ 5 pce enste Gas f/place, a/c b/i vac, u/g sprinkling
M 3756
$539,900
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Exquisite 3 bdrm Rancher Detached shop on .5 acre Hdwd flrs & custom window coverings Easy access & very private
M 3497
$540,000
• Over 120 acres in natural valley setting • Few miles West of Merritt • Level hayland w/ Spius Creek & Nicola River • Very productive ranch
M 3748
$999,900
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
Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 to build your dream home. Tons of recreation to choose from. M 3749 $175,000 Privacy & tranquility on this 26+ acre lot with amazing views located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley. Bring your building ideas. M 3766 $189,000 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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Phone: 250-378-6181
Tom McDonagh Broker
Janis Post Sales Rep
John Issac Sales Rep
250-378-6181
250-315-3672
250-378-1586
250-280-7253
250-315-3503
250-315-5178
tommcdongh@royallepage.ca
janispost@royallepage.ca
johnissac@telus.net
angelatexmo@royallepage.ca
dward@royallepage.ca
kbonneteau@telus.net
1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184
www.royallepage.ca/merritt
www.realtor.ca
Angela Texmo Sales Rep
Don Ward Sales Rep
Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep
Cathy Property Manager
Lynda Property Manager
250-378-1996
250-378-6181
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS
• • • •
3 bedroom rancher Spacious kitch, dinrm, & lvgrm 1 car garage w/ lane access Close to schools, park & town
M 3754
$90,000
• • • •
2 bdrm in Strata unit in Sandpiper Easy walk to downtown core Bus service only moments away Laundry rm & air conditioning
M 3684
$108,000
• • • •
2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed
M 3737
$110,000
• Ground level condo w/ newer paint & carpets • In ste laundry, new dryer • Open flr plan for living rm & kitchen • Affordable first time or retirement living
M 3702
$113,000
• • • •
3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing
M 3720
$113,000
• • • •
Commercial lot-C3 zoning Good investment property Tenant pays $700/month + utilities Lane access & close to downtown
M 3703
$114,000
• Vinyl windows, vinyl siding, new h/w tank • 2 level townhouse, 3 bdrms & 2 baths • Fenced yard, school across the street • Typical rent $750, no strata fees
M 3745
$115,000
• 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
• • • •
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
• 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
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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
$139,900
M 3675
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 New lots in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting. Fully services including curbs & storm drain all prepaid by the developer. M 3692 $57,000 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
• 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
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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
• Neat as a pin!! 3 bdrm Rancher • Walking distance to town, parks, school • 1 car detached shop • New h/w tank, elec upgrade & more
M 3750
$145,900
• Urban living at its finest! • 1 bdrm apt features a modern open concept design • Perfect for entertaining • Granite counter tops, laminate & tile in kitch & bath
M 3699
$149,000
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Corner lot ½ duplex in quiet area Fenced yard, carport & loads of parking Upgrades include: kitchen counter tops, Laminate flring, paint, ext doors & light fixtures
M 3763
$155,000
• • • •
3 bedroom 1/2 duplex Family oriented neighbourhood New paint, flooring, countertops Large, open backyard
M 3736
$159,000
• • • •
Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home
M 3751
$159,000
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M 3708
M 3700
$169,000
• Quiet location, close to schools, park & trails • Large addition on its own land • Improvements are new laminate flrs, gas f/p • New app, new h/w tank & 2 lovely sundecks
M 3760
$174,900
• Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse • End unit-includes all appliances • PRICED TO SELL!! • 24 hour notice required
M 3741
$199,900
• 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
$209,000
• Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck • Upgrade vinyl windows & siding • New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system • Interior has new finish throughout
M 3761
$213,000
• Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse • Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances • Gas fireplace & many extras • Low maintenance property
M 3729
$219,500
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$159,900
Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated
M 3744
$165,000
• • • •
Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back
M 3365
$165,000
• • • •
Urban living at its finest 2 bdrm apt, open design Granite countertops, laminate flring SS appliances & in-unit laundry
$165,000
M 3757
$90,000
• • • •
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
$215,000
• • • •
Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!
M 3689
$235,000
• 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
$239,900
• 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
$241,000 $ $24 1,000
M 3632 3632
1 SOLD - 1 LEFT
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
• Wide open space is your backyard view • 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home • Large .23 acre lot • Lots of room for toys & RV’s
M 3764
$248,000
• • • •
3 bdrm family home Security system, 80% efficient furnace A/C, new windows, except bathroom Beautiful l/scaping, treed & fenced
M 3687
$249,000
• • • •
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
• • • •
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
• • • •
4 bedroom, 2 level home New 2-stage HE furnace in 2008 Quiet street, fully fenced yards Single car garage & Detached shop
M 3639
$268,900
• • • •
Very nice 4 bdrm 2.5 bath fam home Close to downtown & schools Central air, security system Garden shed & gazebo
M 3293
$269,000
• Well kept home on cul-de-sac street • Varnished oak staircase at entry • Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets • Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn
• • • •
M 3735
M 3753
$276,000
Executive home on quiet CDS Open concept w/ vaulted ceilings 1 bedroom in-law suite Large country kitchen
$284,900
• • • •
Some recent upgrades New ceramic tile flring & windows 3 bdrms up & 2 down Fenced backyd & close to schools
M 3717
$289,900
• • • •
Beautiful B eautif tifull op open en floor plan Double sided fireplace High ceilings Deluxe master bedroom
M 3579
$299,900 $
D SOL • • • •
Gorgeous new Rancher Granite/marble countertops Heated ceramic floors in the 2 baths 10’ ceilings & crown mouldings
M 3740
$300,200
• Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home • New appliances, central ai & vac • 24x40 wired & heated shop • Double lot & RV parking
M 3673
$308,000
• • • •
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
$319,900
• New, bright & beautiful 2000+ sqft home • 1 bdrm legal suite mortgage helper • Kitchen has eating island w/ electricity • 2-5-10 National Home Warranty
M 3759
$324,900
• Incredible revenue property • SxS fourplex on 1/3 acre of land • All 4 units are updated; new flrs, paint & countertops • Highly desirable location
M 3768
$325,000
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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
M 3723
$329,000
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$329,000
• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck
M 3762
$334,900
• 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 3719 $335,000
• Beautifully reno’ed 3 level split on the Bench • Open concept w/ large windows, vaulted ceilings • New kitchen, SS app, new bathrm, flring & paint • Superb quality finishings, only steps from Bench Elem
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M 3724
$335,900
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
$352,500
INDUSTRIAL Great business opportunity. Landscaping supplies comes w/2 forklifts & 1 skid steer. 1 yr free rent, option to buy land. M 3767 $95,000 • 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 3727
$359,000
• 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 $359,000
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Do you want comfort?? Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles
M 3664
$369,000
• 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
• 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 3732
$379,000
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Three bedrooms & a den Open concept design Beautiful views Home warranty
M 3665
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$379,000
5 bdrm, 3 bath family home Stunning views of the valley Beautiful cherry kitch w/ SS appliances Formal dinrm & extra lge master bdrm w/ balcony
M 3771
$385,000
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9.88 acres in Petit Creek 3 bedroom home with solarium Drilled well produces 157gpm Fenced & cross-fenced-3 bay shop
M 3578
$398,000
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M 3769
$399,900
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M 3638
$410,000
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• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water
M 3765
$429,000
• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Low maintenance landscaping-lane access • Inground pool & private backyard
M 3701
$439,000
• 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
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Gorgeous 5 bdrm family home 3/4” oak hw flooring w/ ceramic tile Extra lge kitch w/ pantry Lge master bdrm has 5 pc ensuite
M 3770
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Executive 3 bdrm rancher Riverfront, .55 acres Completely landscaped, flat property Hardwood thruout, incredibly private
M 3651
$485,000
• Wonderful executive home on the Bench • Totally finished 4 level split • Gourmet kitchen, 5 bdrms, 3 baths • Fantastic views from deck
M 3612
$499,000
Beautiful river view lot close to downtown. Nice, quiet neighborhood. The uncompromised view never to change. M 3707 $89,000 2 lots 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
1500+sqft move-in ready bungalow 4 bdrms, 2 full baths Hardwood floors, gas fireplace Finished garage w/ storage
M 3752
Fully serviced R-2 lot, close to schools & d/t. Bring your bldg ideas. Trades considered. M 3274 $72,900
One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola. Cleared, level & serviced by LN Water Works. Approved for septic & HST already paid. Incredibly quiet location M 3746 $99,000
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Views of the Nicola Valley with walking trails & shopping nearby. All services are u/g & at lot line. One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods. M 3758 $67,000
Good sized lot, ok for double wide. City services @ prop line. Mountain view in a quiet area. M 3534 $79,000
3 bedroom rancher Spacious kitch, dinrm, & lvgrm 1 car garage w/ lane access Close to schools, park & town
M 3754
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3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back
• Over 3000 sqft 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
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Beautiful executive home Quality finishings throughout 4 bdrms, lge mste w/ 5 pce enste Gas f/place, a/c b/i vac, u/g sprinkling
M 3756
$539,900
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Exquisite 3 bdrm Rancher Detached shop on .5 acre Hdwd flrs & custom window coverings Easy access & very private
M 3497
$540,000
• Over 120 acres in natural valley setting • Few miles West of Merritt • Level hayland w/ Spius Creek & Nicola River • Very productive ranch
M 3748
$999,900
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
Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 to build your dream home. Tons of recreation to choose from. M 3749 $175,000 Privacy & tranquility on this 26+ acre lot with amazing views located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley. Bring your building ideas. M 3766 $189,000 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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MSS HAS TALENT Grade 11 student Reko Spence busts a move to Michael Jackson’s “Beat It� during his winning performance at the Merritt Secondary School talent show on Friday. Left: Evan Snee, grade 9, came second for his piano performance. Phillip Woolgar/Herald
OCEAN MEDLEY These photos depict a handful of scenes from the Linda’s Dance Studio recital on Friday evening in Spirit Square called Octopus’ Garden. The show featured a variety of dance styles and colourful costumes performed to a soundtrack of familiar Beatle’s tunes. The performance was the final show before dance instructor Linda Sanford’s retirement. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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NARAYAN MITRA You Gotta Have FAITH The Queen’s diamond coronation jubilee is just over, but there’s coming a crowning day for the greatest of all monarchs. We measure things pretty much by time and calendars. Clocks and calendars revolve round the sun. But there is to be a new day, the crowning day of One that is coming by and by. This old earth of ours has had some remarkable coronation scenes – that of the Czars in Kremlin, of the kings of Europe, and, even the installation of democraticallyelected Presidents and Prime Ministers. But these coronations, famous as they have been, pale away into insignificance in comparison with the day that is coming, the crowning day of the King of kings when “There shall be upon His head many diadems” (Revelation 19:12). Have you noticed the choruses in Revelation, the revelation of Jesus to John and through John? Those who love music ought to turn occasionally to the book of Revelation for it is the music book. It is the story of
Christ crowned which includes the chaining of the pretender prince. The music begins in the bit that is marked off as chapter one. John has begun to write down his story of what came to him at Patmos. Then all at once he gets a vision of the face of Jesus, and he bursts out in a ringing solo, in the major key, “Unto Him that loved us and washed us from our sins in His own blood.” Then we turn to chapter four. There is a quartet called the quartet of the living creatures. Then in chapter five there is what I might call the sextuple quartet – six times four. The 24 leading men take up the song of the quartet. We can hear the quartet still singing back yonder. Then swinging into the front is the sextuple quartet of leaders, taking up the same song, singing back and forth. As their music softens away in the distance, though we still hear it, there is the angel chorus. John, who was fairly well up in mathematics, tried to count them. He counted ten thousand, and he had to multiply that by ten thousand. Even though he may have had a graduate degree in math, all
figures on earth gave out at some time. He simply had to say, “And thousands of thousands.” Then on to the creation chorus in chapter five. Here in heaven all creation takes up the song. By and by, they soften away as a new chorus swings in, and the minor note is deep here and touches your heart. Finally, in chapter 19, it is the Hallelujah Chorus. What are they singing? There are variations in the music, in the words. But the undertone of the strain throughout is this: “Crown Him, Lord of all!” Who is this to be crowned? Jesus, the Saviour, the King of kings - the One who was so scarred with the thorns, but now is glorified. If there are any readers who know Jesus as Saviour but have not really crowned Him as King, there is an invitation open now to swell the chorus. There is still room in the great coronation chorus if you will crown Him Lord of all in your will and life. Narayan Mitra is pastor of the Merritt Baptist Church. Contact him at narayanmitra@hotmail. com.
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Leg pain from your hip Robotic arms lend healing touch to patients DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN Last month I had an elderly male patient enter my office complaining of “sciatica” (leg pain that refers from the low back). He simply assumed that the pain in his groin and front of his thigh was originating from his back because he had experienced symptoms similar to this before and ended up having low back surgery to correct it. Although the leg pain he was describing could have been originating from his low back, a detailed examination of that area revealed nothing significant. Knowing
well that hip problems can cause similar pain patterns, I examined that joint next. By asking a few simple questions and moving the joint around in different directions, it was very obvious that there was a problem. By turning the leg inward and outward, the leg and groin pain could be reproduced or intensified. It was then obvious that the past treatments he was given should have been directed to the hip joint and not the low back. Once this gentleman’s hip was x-rayed, my suspicion of osteoarthritis (“wear and tear” arthritis) was confirmed. I then explained to him that just because he had arthritis does not mean he should “baby” the joint. In fact, an arthritic joint will not last longer and the arthritis will not slow down if the joint does not get used. Because of the leg pain,
he had been getting hardly any exercise. This would have made the problem even worse. Any joint, arthritic or not, must undergo regular movement to prevent further stiffness and pain. So, I started him on a light stretching and strengthening program for the muscles in and around the hip joint. He also received some chiropractic treatment of the muscles and the actual joint. This gentleman could also have benefited from losing a few pounds. For every extra pound he carried, it is three pounds more stress on his hip joint when walking. Jokingly, we decided that he should not consider taking up sprinting but instead should start a pool exercise program. This allowed him to use the muscles and move the joint without putting too much pressure on the areas that were affected by the arthritis. Within a short period of time, his ability to walk was significantly improved and the intensity of the leg pain was much less. If you are experiencing leg, thigh, groin, or knee pain, consider having the hip joint examined by your chiropractor. If you have any further questions, please contact me at my office directly. Nicola Valley Chiropractic 2076A Granite Ave. P.O. Box 909 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Ph: (250) 378-5456 Email: info@merrittchiro. com Website: www.merrittchiro. com
(NC)—The delicate touch that successfully removed an egg-shaped tumour from Paige Nickason’s brain got a helping hand from a worldrenowned arm—a robotic arm, that is. The technology that went into developing neuroArm – the world’s first robot capable of performing surgery inside magnetic resonance machines – was born from the Canadarm (developed by advanced robotics company MDA for the U.S. Space Shuttle Program). The Canadarm2 and Dextre, the Canadian Space Agency’s family of space robots tasked to perform the heavylifting and maintenance on board the International Space Station also contributed. The neuroArm development began with the search for a solution to a surgical dilemma: how to make difficult surgeries easier or impossible surgeries possible. MDA worked with a team led by Dr. Garnette Sutherland at the University of Calgary to develop a highly precise robotic arm that works in conjunction with the advanced imaging capabilities of MRI systems. Surgeons needed to be able to perform surgeries while a patient was inside a magnetic resonance (MRI) machine, which meant designing a robot that was as dex-
terous as the human hand, but even more precise and tremorfree. Operating inside the MRI also meant it had to be entirely made from non-magnetic materials (for instance, no steel) so that it would not be affected by the magnetic field or adversely affect the MRI’s images. The project team developed novel ways to control the robot’s movements and give the operator a sense of touch—both essential so that the surgeon can precisely control the robot and can feel what is happening during the surgery. Since Paige Nickason’s surgery in 2008, neuroArm has been used to successfully treat dozens more patients. The technology has since been purchased by IMRIS Inc. a private publicly traded medical device manufacturer based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. MDA and IMRIS are advancing the design to commercialize a two-armed version of the system to allow surgeons to see detailed three-dimensional images of the brain, as well as surgical tools and hand controllers that allow the surgeon to feel tissue and apply pressure when they operate. A clinical trial led by Dr. Sutherland is currently underway at Calgary’s Foothills hospital using the first generation of the robot on a group of 120 patients. IMRIS anticipates
ed to be used by surgeons, in conjunction with a high precision real-time imaging technology, to reconnect delicate vessels such as veins, arteries, or intestines. In collaboration with The Centre for Surgical Invention and Innovation in Hamilton, Ontario, MDA is also developing an advanced platform for use in early detection and treatment of breast cancer. The image-guided autonomous robot will provide increased access, precision and dexterity, resulting in more accurate and less invasive procedures.
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A time for saying goodbye BARRIE OGDEN BARRIE’S BANTER I’ve frequently said that it’s much easier to do stories of welcome than of farewells. And, now for me, I have the sad task of saying goodbye to Mr. Roy Styles who has taught classes at both Logan Lake schools. When I asked him what were some of the positive changes that have happened during his five years here, he felt that transferring grades 5 – 7 to the high school was the
right, best move. I was taken aback because I was very much against this shift so I had to ask why? His explanation made perfect sense when he described older students needing/wanting to act differently around younger kids and, how, as a result, they have become both mentors and leaders. Consequently, teachers, and support staff have, together with the students, managed to create a sense of family at the school. The first year the younger students were at LLSS, they and their lockers were, in a sense, isolated in one section of the school. Now, with these kids and their lockers integrated with those of
older students, there’s a greater feeling of belonging for all students. Styles also credits these positive changes in both structure and perspective to the arrival of Ms. Mochikas in 2010 who became the principal of both schools. He says Mochikas is just what the school and the community needed because she’s created the sense that students and their families are being cared for and about while, at the same time, holding everyone accountable for their actions. Another positive Mr. Styles talked about was having been able to coach 10 basketball teams during his time in Logan Lake while, a
special highlight from this year, was assisting Mr. Clark with the coaching of the boys and girls soccer teams. For obvious reasons, this year has been difficult, to say the least, but our teachers have clearly demonstrated their dedication and commitment so Logan Lake students wouldn’t miss out on anything – and the trip to Eagle Bay is a perfect example of going above and beyond the call of duty. Time for goodbyes Mr. Styles had work to do but before I left, he wanted me to be sure to tell you: “I have been a part of many staffs or have seen them operate and none compare to the cohesiveness of this”
staff ! It’s a special group of people and Logan Lake is fortunate to have them teaching their kids.” So, as the 2011/12 school year comes to an end, our students will be saying goodbye to Jacquie Brugger who, in the fall, will be teaching at David Thompson Elementary School in Kamloops, Judy Hunter, and Mr. Styles who will be teaching at Arthur Stevenson – the elementary school he attended from K – grade 5. I hope this community will offer special goodbyes to these individuals and, more importantly, a great big thanks to all our teachers who have achieved A’s on their report cards.
Endings and beginnings By Barrie Ogden THE HERALD
I don’t have kids but as someone who lurks about the community, I’m continually made aware that June is a time of both endings and beginnings. It all starts with the graduation ceremonies which, traditionally, focus on conclusions and new starts. And, if you’re a parent who has seen your child go through the education system with basically the same group of friends, you, especially, are touched by this process. This week’s trip to Eagle Bay for students in grades 5, 6, and 7 is another significant illustration of endings. Saturday, June 23 will be another beginning as kids will have the opportunity to sign up for the library’s “Ton of Fun” (my description) Summer Reading Club. Participants will receive a reading log, be able to collect weekly stick-
ers, take part in a ton of fun activities and to enter contests with super prizes. The best part of this program is that, by participating, youth will maintain and/or improve their reading and literacy skills which will be a major benefit once school begins in September. Don’t forget the Open Market which will run on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the summer in front of the Shovel. Let’s turn out to support local businesses. And don’t forget to mark July 1 on your social calendars because that’s a day this community celebrates with a sparkling variety of events. Everything starts with the Pancake Breakfast from 8 – 11 a.m. at the Seniors Centre where for $4 you’ll get two pancakes and two sausages or for $5 you’ll get three of each and juice, tea/ coffee are included. The traditional July 1st
parade will follow and after that, be sure to check out the artistic show and sale at the Arena. If you’re interested in participating, please get in touch with Molly at 250-523-9588 or Diane at 250-5239786 to book a table for only $5. This event will be highlighted by the Logan Lake Arts Council’s Raffle prize draws. The evening will feature a big screen family movie in the arena beginning at 8 p.m. to be followed by the always spectacular fireworks show which, trust me, is way better than the one put on by the City of Kamloops.
REAL ESTATE MADE SIMPLE NEGOTIATING WITH A BUYER Depending on the market in which you are selling, your position in the negotiations with a potential buyer can be either a very comfortable one or a difÀcult one. In a buyer’s market, you MIGHT NOT have much wiggle room in terms of price and conditions. In a seller’s market, you might have a lot of room to negotiate. Either way, there are a few things you should know going in. HOW LOW WILL YOU GO? Before you even begin negotiations with a buyer, you need to have a bottom line; this is the lowest price that you will accept for your home. Your REALTOR® can help you to determine a realistic selling price for your home, but only you can decide what you are comfortable accepting. Be prepared to turn down offers that are below that amount, no matter how much you want to sell. KEEP YOUR CARDS CLOSE Potential buyers don’t need to know that you have already bought your new home and badly need to sell this one. Keep that information to yourself and make sure your REALTOR® does, too. When a buyer senses that you are anxious to sell, you will quickly Ànd that you have lost negotiating power. BEYOND THE MONEY While the amount of money you get for your home might be the most important thing for you, to the buyer there might be other items that can help seal the deal. Try adding other incentives instead of going lower on your price when you counter an offer, such as taking care of some repairs or paying closing costs for the buyer. There are plenty of methods your REALTOR® can help you with to come to an agreement with a buyer without sacriÀcing the bottom line.
LEAVING IN STYLE Mr. Styles can’t leave Logan Lake Secondary School until he cleans his desk. Barrie Ogden/Herald
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The Merritt Barbarians men’s rugby team continued its inspired play of recent weeks, thrashing the visiting Vernon Jackals 52-0 on Sunday at Voght Park. The win was the Barbarians’ second in as many games, and more than avenged their 25-0 loss to the Jackals back on April 28. As they did two weeks ago in a 52-19 conquest of the West Kelowna Grizzlies, the Barbarians dominated almost every facet of their contest against the Jackals. They scored on their first two possessions of the game, and systematically picked apart Vernon’s fragile defense for 31 total points in the first half and another 21 points in the second. Leading the way for the Barbarians was standoff/fly-half Cole Levitt. In addition to
scoring one try of his own, and generously distributing the ball to his fellow backs all game long, the local elementary school teacher successfully kicked six of eight convert attempts to personally contribute 17 points in all to his team’s impressive performance on offense. Not far behind Levitt in the points parade was fullback Eric Schmidt, arguably the fleetest player in Okanagan third division rugby. The Merritt Secondary graduate, and Princeton Posse junior B hockey player this past season, ran the ball in for three long-distance tries. The most exciting of Schmidt’s scores, and easily the play of the match, happened midway through the second half. An uncharacteristic low pass from Levitt to Schmidt arrived anklehigh. Without missing a step, the 19-year-old former soccer player flicked the ball up with
UNSTOPPABLE The Merritt Barbarians men’s rugby team was a force on the ground and in the air at Voght Park on Sunday in their 52-0 drubbing of the visiting Vernon Jackals. (Left) Cole Levitt (with the ball) contributed 17 points from the fly-half position with one try and six successful converts. (Above) A sure-handed Simon Carroll (right) consistently won the battle of line-outs against the Jackals. Ian Webster/Herald
his foot to teammate Sam Carroll, who in turn relayed back inside to Schmidt. A stunned Jackal’s back line could only watch in amazement as the world-class give-and-go ended with yet another Barbarian’s tally. Outside centre Cameron Graham
chipped in with one additional try from Merritt’s backline, while Riley Clarke, Stuart Woodman and Tom Wigglesworth combined to demonstrate the prowess of the Babarians’ hard-working forward group. “it was a good result all around,” stated
Barbarians’ spokesperson Nathan Brigden. “As a team, we were just so much more organized than the first time we played them [Vernon].” That organization was in evidence all game long, as Merritt dominated in the scrums, the rucks and even in the line-outs.
Prop and playercoach Ryan Reid said his side gave away some weight to the Jackal forwards, but as a unit more than held their own. The Barbarians (3-3) have two games remaining in the regular season. Next weekend, they travel to Penticton
to take on the first-place Harlequins (5-1). Two weeks after that, Merritt hosts the Kelowna Crows (2-4). “Every game is a must-win,” stated Brigden, “but we’re feeling pretty confident right now about making the championship game.”
Local Dirt Riders host highly-successful family day of motorbiking fun Great weather and trail conditions combined to help make the newlyformed Nicola Valley Dirt Riders’ inaugural Family Fun Ride on Sunday a huge success. Over 130 registered riders of all ages - from the Merritt area, the Lower Mainland, the Cariboo and even as far away as Alberta - gathered at the NVDRA trails located approx. 13km up Aberdeen Road in Lower Nicola. Participants rode one or more of four separate courses set up by NVDRA members for the occasion. “Everybody had an awesome time,” stated Dirt Riders Association president Scott Dearden. “They were very happy to see our local club up and running.” Dearden went on to add that the association’s first event would not have been possible without the
tremendous support of the many coporate sponsors and local businesses who contributed money and ‘swag’ (prizes), as well as the numerous volunteers who lent a hand on Sunday as sweepers, course marshalls and safety personnel. Winners of the fun ride on Sunday were: A - Gordon Carlson B - Chanel Miller C - Stacy Rodriguez Peewee - Jamie Dearden
The next NVDRA event is on the Thanksgiving weekend. There will be another Family Fun Ride on October 6, followed by the Pacific Northwest Motorcycle Association -sponsored Bar Bender CrossCountry Race on October 7. For more information on the Nicola Valley Dirt Riders Association and their activities, go to nvdra.com
BIKERS’ BLISS The Nicola Valley Dirt Riders held their inaugural Fathers’ Day Fun Ride on Sunday. (Photos, clockwise from above) Bikers gather Sunday morning for introductions and instructions. Signage reminds all riders to be safety and environmentally conscious. Two weeks after getting his first bike, six-year-old Lane Charters of Merritt hits the peewee course. Sweep rider Alex McCartney from the Lower Mainland negotiates one of the many new bridges built by NVDRA members in recent months. Ian Webster/Herald
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SPORTS OTTER ATTACK! Kenzie Rubner of the Merritt Otters shows plenty of compete in the fly portion of the 100mIM on Saturday morning at the NV Aquatic Centre. Ian Webster/Herald
Otters make waves at own meet The Merritt Otters Swim Club took no prisoners at their own Invitational Meet on Saturday and Sunday at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre. The 41-member Otters’ squad performed exceptionally well in placing fourth overall against eight other teams and over 200 swimmers from throughout the Okanagan. A complete list of individual results has not yet been made available, however Otters’ coaches Julia Dutove and Gia Bogetti said that there were numerous highlights:
First Meet Swimmers 6&Under: Avin Gayfer, Cruz Slanzi, Gabriel Baird Division 1: Paige Asseltine, Evin Baird, Lian Gayfer, Divaan Sahota Division 2: Cameron Parno Division 3: Shalyn Cox Division 4: Jamie Niell Division 6: Lacy Pena
BLACK’S PHARMACY WINNER Merritt’s Adrian Reynoldson was a force to be reckoned with last Friday in the annual Black’s Pharmacy Senior Men’s Open at the Merritt Golf & Country Club. Reynoldson, an MGCC member, shot a one-under-par 71 to top a field of 60 local and visiting golfers. Perhaps the most surprised by the win was Reynoldson himself. “I really haven’t played that much golf this spring,” he admitted. “I wasn’t expecting to do as well as I did.” Reynoldson toured the front nine on Friday in a sizzling 33, then recorded a 38 coming home. His one-under score this year is not Reynoldson’s best-ever on the Merritt course however. The three-handicapper has a pair of 65s to his credit. Second low gross, and two strokes back of Reynoldson, was John Perrie from Kelowna, while two-time defending champion Jim Murdoch rounded out the top three with a 75. “I started out well, shooting 35 on the front nine,” stated Murdoch, “but hole 15 kind of did me in. I double-bogeyed it.” Former Merritt resident Bill Neuls, who now calls Kelowna home, had the best low net score with a 64, followed by Kamloops’ Kim Ward at 66 and Merritt’s own Brian Schmidt at 67. Tournament spokesperson Ayton Moffatt was happy to see Mother Nature help out as the cloudy skies and cool temperatures of the early part of the week gave way to near-perfect conditions on Friday. The next major event on the busy MGCC schedule is the Ladies’ Coquihalla Open on the July 6-8 weekend. On the men’s side of the schedule, the Coyote Collision Men’s Invitational is slated for the August 10-12 weekend. In between the two major events, the Merritt Golf & Country Club is holding a couple of mixed competitions: a Scotch 2-Ball on July 22, and an Open event on July 29. For more information on MGCC activities and events, you can call the Pro Shop during business hours at 378-9414. Ian Webster/Herald
100% Best Times Division 3 Girls: Division 4 Girls: Division 4 Boys: Division 5 Girls:
Aggregate Medallists Division 1 Girls: Division 2 Girls: Division 4 Girls:
Bianca Cavaliere (silver) Reese Paterson (silver) Kenzie Rubner (bronze)
Division 5 Girls: Division 8 Girls:
Taylor Carmichael (silver) Koren Lefebvre (bronze)
Dutove and Bogetti wished to extend a huge thank-you to all the volunteers and community supporters who helped to make the Otters’ meet such a success. Special kudos were extended to Otters’ parents Jason and Amanda Carmichael for all their hard work as meet managers on the weekend. Next up for the Otters is a meet in Lumby June 23-24, followed by Kelowna on the Canada Day holiday weekend. Merrittonians are reminded that the Otters Swim Club is hosting a second free ‘Oughta Be An Otter’ session for anyone interested in finding out more about the club and the swimming instruction and opportunities for competition that are being offered for the remainder of the summer. Here are the details:
Free ‘OUGHTA BE AN OTTER’ Session 2 When: Monday, June 25 & Wednesday, June 27 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Where: Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre For more information, go to the Otters’ website: merrittotters.weebly.com, contact club registrar Carol-Anne Rubner (250) 378-9018, or email the coaches at merrittotterscoach@gmail.com
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WEEK 9 SCORES GR. 2/3
White Vipers 6 Lightning 3 Purple Giants 5 Green Rangers 5
Black Bombers 1 Blue Sharks 1 Blue Bombers 4 Orange Thunder 1
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Whitecaps 6 AC Milan 4 Thunder 4
Canaries 2 Galaxy 3 Barcelona 1
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Galaxy 1 United 1
TINY TALENT! MYSA president Barb Coates (left) GR. 8+ oversees play between the Blue Thunder and Red Dragons in the Timbits division on Saturday. Competing for the ball are (left to right) Will Hubbard, Carson Mouland and Hunter Hewton. Ian Webster/Herald
Haley Zabek, Laura Lefebvre, Cassie O’Flaherty Nicola LaBounty, Kenzie Rubner, Madison Shae Cameron Thompson, Rahul Chhabra Erin Thompson
Red Bulls 5 Dynamo 2 (make-up game played June 14) Red Bulls 5 United 3 Dynamo 6 Sounders 5
MYSA prepares for final weekend The Merritt Youth Soccer Association wraps up its 10-week season of regular league play this Saturday. The three oldest divisions will be having championship finals, with a trophy being awarded to each of the winning teams. In the grade 4/5 division, it will be the L.A. Galaxies taking on the Whitecaps, while in grade 6/7 action,
the Impact clash with another Whitecaps squad. Finally, in the oldest category, grade 8+, the Red Bulls face Dynamo in the trophy match. In addition to the championship games, the three senior divisions will also be handing out three individual player awards to members of each team. Meanwhile, in the three youngest divisions (grade 2/3, K/1 and
Timbits), medallions will be given out to each and every player following their final games of the season. MYSA president Barb Coates states that it should be a great Saturday with an M&M-sponsored concession on hand as well as the A&W Root Bear. Four MYSA rep teams plan to attend tournaments in the months of July and August.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com Bev Veale, Kelly Reid, Cindilla Trent, Louisa Robertson, and Sylvia Boyd. With a formal background in Interior Design, Kim has taken her love of textiles and combined them with her love of quilting and art. A colorist by nature with an adventurous soul for graphics, her textile creations are certain to generate a buzz. This intriguing show runs June 15 through July 14. Gallery hours are Thursday: 4-8 p.m. and Friday/Saturday: Noon to 6pm Courthouse Gallery 250-378-6515 or Kathi.courthouse.gallery@gmail.com
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Monday, July 2 to Friday, July 6, 9 - 11:30 a.m. Kindergarten to Grade 6. Games, Crafts, Stories. Registration forms available now at Evangelical Free Church, 1950 Maxwell Ave. Call Pastor Dan at 250-378-9502 for more information. COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY Artist and designer, Kim LeClair will be showing her work in the Courthouse Gallery from June 15 through July 14. Included in the show will be pieces created by friends, Mischelle Pierce, Diana Lorenz, Evelyn Armstrong, Joel Reid,
MERRITT LIVE THEATRE SOCIETY
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Presents “Last Rites”, a locallyproduced and performed play written by Leslie Hamson. Winner of the Nakai Players 1987 Twenty-four Hour Play-writing Competition. Set in a Yukon trap-line cabin in the 1980’s, Last Rites explores the complex relationship between two estranged sisters and their relations, when a serious illness forces them to face the unfinished business of their troubled past. A cast of all-local talent has put together a moving and thought-provoking performance. At the Culture Club, June 28, 29 and 30th. Doors open at 7:30 pm, show begins at 8:00 pm pm. Tickets: Visit C Country Bug Books, Nicola Valley Medical Medica Clinic. Call 25 250-315-5336, or e-ma e-mail merrittlivetheatresociety@ tlivethe gmail.com. gmail.c We are also looking for behindthe-scenes volunthe-sce teers! IIf you are available during the week of production, from Saturday June 23-Saturday June
30, we would love to hear from you! Get involved in an exciting cultural event and see what live theatre is all about! MERRITT LAWN BOWLING ASSOC. Join us on the lawn behind the Desert Inn, on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2 p.m. Call 250-3782950 for more information. NORTH WEST MUD RACING ASSOCIATION Merritt Mud Drags, June 30 & July 1, gates open 10 a.m., racing starts 2 p.m. Saturday and Noon on Sunday. Street stock welcome, must register by 10 a.m. Saturday. Take Midday Valley Road to the West Festival Gate and follow signs to the lower bowl. Bring your own seating! Check out the website at www.nwmra.com. BUCKETS OF STRAWBERRIES Order 30 lb. buckets of prewashed, cleaned and
sliced strawberries for delivery at the end of June. Call for pricing and more information 250-378-0349. BIKERS AND HIKERS The Merritt Mountain Bike Association is looking for members. Joining the MMBA gives you a voice in the local riding community and helps the association advocate on behalf of bikers and hikers alike who enjoy the great trails in our valley. For more information on the club please visit www.merrittmountainbiking. com. For more information please contact the club via email at merrittbiking@yahoo. ca NICOLA VALLEY FALL FAIR We will be having our giant yard sales again this year. Donations gratefully accepted, phone 250378-2303 for free pickup on Wednesday and Thursday, or arrangements can be made to deliver your donations to the Fair Building. Yard sale dates: Friday, July 13, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, July 14, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday, July 15, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug 11, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Sunday, Aug 12, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. WOMEN IN BUSINESS Every second Wednesday, 5:30 7:30 p.m., “Merritt’s Women in Business”, an informal network for entrepreneurialminded women, meet at the Merritt Desert Inn. July 11, “Live Blood Analysis” with Debra Petrovich of Mosaic Nutrition. RSVP by emailing Robyn at robyn@ rbrandproductions.ca
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Disc Golf is one of the fastest growing sports in North America! Come out and see what all the rage is about. The Association carpools to the Logan Lake course several times a month and would love to have you join them for this highly addictive and interesting sport. If you do not have discs, do not worry as Merritt Disc Golf can provide you with a disc to get you started. Call Dean or Trish at 250-3786697.
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Beavers Mondays - 6 - 7 p.m. -Diamond Vale Elem. Brownies Thursdays - 5:30 - 7 p.m. Central School - 250-378-4768 Canadian Diabetes Association Once a month, 7 - 9 p.m. Trinity United Church Hall. Call Eva at 250-378-2897 or Gerry at 250-378-3716 Canadian Mental Health Association Merritt Clubhouse Wednesdays & Fridays: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1721 Coldwater Ave. (Teen Centre) across from MSS. 250-378-4878 Catholic Women’s League Third Tuesday - 7 p.m. Catholic Hall Central School Pac First Tuesday - 7 p.m. Lunchroom 250-378-4892 Celebrate Recovery Meetings every Monday, 7:00 p.m. at New Life Fellowship, 1938 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-4534 CMS Pac Second Monday - 7 p.m. CMS Library Community Choir Mondays - 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899 Conayt Bingo Thursdays - 6 p.m. - Elks Hall Court House Dance Society Third Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. 1840 Nicola Ave. Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays - 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Cubs Mondays - 6:30-8 p.m. - Bench Elementary Drop-in Lacrosse
Thursdays 7 p.m. at C.M.S. Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530 Drop-In Volleyball Mondays - 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-378-6212 Food Bank Bingo Fridays - Elks Hall - 5:30 p.m. Guides Mondays - 5:30 -7 p.m. 250-378-4768 Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays, 6 - and 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917 Lions’ Bingo Mondays - 5:30 p.m. - Elks Hall Fridays - 5 p.m. - Elks Hall Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays - 7 to 8:45 p.m. 2025 Granite Ave - 250-280-4040 Lower Nicola Band Bingo Saturdays - Elks Hall - 5 p.m. Lower Nicola Community Hall Card Games - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7 p.m. - Starting Oct. 25 Call 250-378-9545 or 378-4732 Lower Nicola Society First Monday - 7 - 8 p.m. at the Lower Nicola Hall Masonic Lodge Members Fourth Monday - 7:30 p.m. 2065 Quilchena Ave. Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 or 250-378-4577 Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday - 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m.
250-378-2950 Merritt Lions Club First & Third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Best Western - Han’s Golden Wok 250-378-9509 Merritt Moms Prenatal - Post Natal Support group. Open Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252 Merritt Mountain Bike Association Weekly & daily rides. For more info www.merrittmountainbiking.com Merritt Navy League Cadet Corp Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall Ages 9-13 welcome 250-378-2620 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday of the month 7 p.m. - Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt Shriners’ Club #29 Fourth Wednesday - 5 p.m. Merritt’s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 N.V. 4-H Club Every Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-5028 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays - 7 p.m - CMS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday of the month 7 p.m. at Garden Sushi Scott: 250-378-3502 www.nvdra.com N.V. Explorers Second Wednesday - NVIT # 1 - 7 p.m. 250-378-4476 or 250-378-4413 N.V. Horseshoe Club Meetings Wednesdays - 6 p.m. Smith Pioneer Park 250-378-5007 or 250-378-6980 N.V. Heritage Society
Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Health Care Auxiliary First Tuesday - 7 p.m. - Hospital N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday - 2145 Quilchena Ave. 7 p.m. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday - 7 p.m. Phelan House - 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-9642 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday - 7 p.m. At the airport 250-378-6769 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. In member’s homes 250-378-2536 Narcotics Anonymous Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays: 7 - 8 p.m. - St. Michael’s Anglican Church One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays - 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911 Patricia Rebekah Lodge #33 Second and fourth Monday - 7 p.m. Merritt Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775 Royal Canadian Legion Branch Fourth Thursday - Legion Hall - 7 p.m. Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month 1:30 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon
Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Scouts Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Diamond Vale Elementary Seniors’ Centre Bingo Tuesdays - 1 p.m. Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays - 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539 Soup Kitchen Tuesdays 11:30 - 1:15 p.m. Anglican Church Hall Sparks Mondays - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-4768 Teen Centre Friday Nights - 4 to 9 p.m. 250-315-0248 Toastmasters Club 3929 Tuesdays - 5 p.m. at the Merritt Library http://3929.toastmastersclubs.org 250-378-5855 Valley Visual Artists General club information contact: Bev Veale at 250-378-6001 Membership information contact: Shirley Sauviat at 250-378-9442 or Country Bugs Books, Quilchena Ave. Vintage Car Club - Merritt Chapter Second Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al (250-378-7402) Ted (250-378-4195)
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Vern (Blondie) Ellingson On June 15, 2012, this old time cowboy they called “Blondie” saddled up his horse and left the corral. Vern (Blondie) Ellingson passed away peacefully at the age of 85, with all of his family at his side. Vern was a long time resident of the Nicola Valley, Stony Plain and Camrose, Alberta. Vern is survived by his second wife Gwen Ellingson, daughters Marie (Charlie), Carolynn (Jim), Cheryl, Leian (Dale), sons Boyd, Bob, Dallas, Dean, as well as grandchildren Dena, Tracey, Neil (Kaley), Jennifer (Curtis), Darcy (Jordan), Krista (Chris), Carl, Derek, Tylor, Julia, Karlie, Lindsey, Taylor, Matina and Khalie, Great-grandchildren Deron, Larissa, Marshal, Corben and Carter, other relatives, as well as many dear friends. Vern is predeceased by his parents Charles and Gunda Ellingson, wife Donna as well as six brothers and two sisters.Vern was born in Darmoody, Saskatchewan in 1927, but spent much of his younger years as a cowboy on the Douglas Lake, Gang and Gordon Creek Ranches. Vern also worked at Craigmont Mine, Highmont and Blackdome Mountain. After retiring from mining, Vern moved to Stony Plain in 1995 and Ànally had some time to take up the game of golf and enjoyed a lot of camping and Àshing. In 2008 he moved to Camrose, Alberta where he loved socializing with “the coffee gang” at the Heritage Manor.Family and friends will be gathering on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 2:00PM at the Heritage Manor, 4912-56th Street, Camrose, Alberta for a celebration of Vern’s life. In lieu of Áowers, donations in Vern’s memory can be made to either the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute. Floral or written Tributes may be made to www.parklandfuneralservices.com
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Lloyd Vincent McMaster June 2, 1936 - June 12, 2012 Lloyd Vincent McMaster passed away on Tuesday June 12, 2012, at Merritt, B.C. Lloyd was born June 2, 1936, in Brighton, Ontario, the only son of his parents Garnet and Edith McMaster. He was raised on their farm there, he had a wonderful life--- growing into the kind of man that we all came to know and love. His mother Edith and his father Garnet instilled in Lloyd, the ethics of what a good man should be, his gentle spirit , his hard working attitude, as well as his respect for others began in his childhood. We are grateful to Garnet and Edith, his parents for their guidance in Lloyd’s life. Lloyd attended Brighton elementary school , which was a one room class, with grades from one to eight. His memories of those times were good. He did actually walk to school every day, which was like a mile to his school building. He told of a big pot bellied stove, which sat in the middle of the classroom, which heated the building in the winter months. Lloyd and his friends used to ride their bikes from their homes, to the lake, to Àsh , that was their entertainment in those days. Lloyd met an old miner , back in the early 1960’s this old miner took Lloyd under his wing and taught him the skills of underground mining. This began his long journey as a miner. He loved his job, his ethics at the job site were instilled into other younger men who learned from Lloyd. He moved to British Columbia in 1967, where he was employed for a while at Craigmont, then he was with a company called DECALB mine, where he also trained his friend Sandy York, to become a miner. Lloyd retired from Westmin Mine at Campbell River, B.C. in 2001.His friends and co-workers gave him a farewell , by hiring a limousine to take him for his last ride from the mine. He said, when he saw the limousine, “ which big shot is riding in that limo, “ he did not know it would be him. Until the driver said, I am here to pick up Mr. McMaster.!
For no-one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No-one knows how many times We have broken down and cried
Lloyd has one son, Rod , his grandchildren are Deven, Sage, Christiana and Grayson McMaster. Lloyd met Jan ( Jeanette ) in 1979, they were married in June of 1981.Jan’s family became his family, who became their step-father . Stepchildren; Lorna ( Carl ) MacDonald, Julissa , Zoe, and Gavin. Audrey ( Mike ) Ward. Jayson, ( Carla ) Jeff, ( Shawna )Ryan Ward. Great-grandchildren ; Kaylan and Liam Ward. Cindy MacDonald- predeceased Lloyd Bill MacDonald ( Sherri ) Grandchildren; Sasha and Coy MacDonald Colleen Hanna, Grandchildren ; Candice, Ronald and Elizabeth Karlson Cathy Webster; grandchildren ; Carisa and Catrina Webster.
We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt You’re so wonderful to think about But so hard to be without.
Lloyd’s favorite expressions were “ A1 “ with a big thumbs up sign, another was “ Rotation “ he would say this, when he wanted to move on to another subject or place. He often said this at the mine too., to get the men motivated.
It is with great sadness that the Chenier familly announces the passing of their dear Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother Marie (Soulier) Chenier on June 13, 2012 in Williams Lake, BC. Marie, a long-time resident was predeceased by her husband Leo and sons, Rheal and Andre. She leaves behind her sons Robert (Karen), Denis (Anita), her daughters Denise (Bob), Suzanne (Bill), Carol (Gordie), Nathalie (Frank), as well as many grandchildren and as many great grandchildren.
Jan lost her best friend, when Lloyd departed, they were always known to be together and were rarely apart. He would always offer his help in the kitchen, he could make the best apple sauce ever. Lloyd’s kindness and his smile won him many dear friends over the years. He was loved as much by his friends and coworkers as he was by his family. He has three cousins ; Connie, Wanda, and Linda. they grieve for him as well.
They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel
The family would like to thank the staff at the Williams Lake Senior Village for the care they gave our Mom.
Lloyd was a warrior, he fought a tough Àght against the illness that caused him so much pain. At the end, he left very peacefully, after his wife Jeanette read to him the scripture verse from Psalm 23; verse 4; which she paraphrased for him; “Do not be afraid ,our Shepherd Jesus will be there to greet and walk with you. Do not worry about me, I will be Àne, one day, I will join you, so you go before me and you get that home ready for us.“ Soon after, he took his last breath.
Respecting Mom’s wishes A Celebration of Life is being planned for a later date in Merritt in July. Should you desire you may email sss0164@telus.net for further details.
We, the family thank the dedicated nurses who gave Lloyd their best in caring for him during his Ànal hours. We love you and hold you in our hearts forever, until we meet you there in heaven.
Mom will always have a special place in our hearts and will be most remembered as the Rock of our Family and as a loving and devoted Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother and will be dearly missed by all those that surrounded her over the years.
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Francis Montague Lines, a resident of Merritt, BC and previously of Ladner, BC, passed into the presence of his Lord on June 20, 2012 at the age of 95. Frank was born in Victoria, BC in 1916 (to Francis and Dorothy Lines), the oldest of 7 children. He lived in Syndey, BC until he enlisted in the army. After his army service, he worked in various sales positions, but his greatest interest was serving the Lord Jesus Christ. He served faithfully in both Ladner and Merritt Baptist Churches as deacon and Bible study teacher. Frank was predeceased by 3 brothers and his grandson Jeremy Lines (in 1985). He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Erma, daughters Karen (Bob/ LaRoy of Chilliwack, BC), Debbie (John/ Pearson of Ladner, BC), and Sandra (Doug/ Pearson of Merritt, BC), son Hugh (Renee Lines of Summerland, BC), eleven grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Frank took his role as a husband, father and grandfather very seriously and he loved his family unconditionally. We would like to thank Dr. Ross and the nursing staff at Nicola Valley Health Center and the staff at the Florentine for the care shown to our father. A memorial service will be held at Nicola Valley Evangelical Church on
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Thank You! Th service The i ffor Ll Lloyd Vincent McMaster , was held at the N’kwala School gym on Saturday, June 16, 2012, at 3;P.M. OfÀciating Minister; Pat Weston of the United Church. Merritt Hospice; Lorna Latremouille, Cora Ned, and to the nurses and staff. Grayson McMaster Endre Mogyorosi Jeff Ward Jayson Ward Ryan Ward
Tony Torma Joe Shuter Ronnie Karlson Ron Karlson Sr. Kaylin and Liam Ward.
Songs by Randy Chillihitza. Hand Drummers. Thank you to Chief Daniel Manuel. Chief Victor York. The cooks who prepared the dinner at the N’kwala school gym. Special friends; Norman Waren, Tony Torma, Endre Mogyorosi, from Campbell River, B.C. We thank everyone mentioned here, your love and support meant a lot to us.
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SUMMARY OF ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Finance Manger the Accounting Assistant is responsible for general updating and reconciliation of accounts, data entry and related data processing duties for the Lower Nicola Indian Band and its entities. The Accounting Assistant works within a team environment and assists the Finance Manager with the overall oversight of AP, AR, GL, payroll, bank and control accounting reconciliation ACCOUNTING SUPPORT: • Assiting in the development of annual operating and capital budgets • Montior past due invoices • Provide monthly collection report to department managers with explanation of ongoing collection procedures related to past due invoices • Make collection calls on past due invoices. Send e-mails and letters. Create collections reports for management to review • Occasional communication with vendors related to past due invoices providing possible payment schedules • Occasional communication and reconcilile of accounts related to problems with billing errors • Reconcile all sub-ledgers and control accounts monthly • Process and reconcile remittances • Assists in annual reporting to managers regarding annual budgets COMMUNICATION AND LIAISON SERVICES: • Acts as a liaison for LNIB departmental managers, providing advice and assistance with budget preparation and implementation. Assists to ensure that external reporting requirements are met on time and with accuracy • Assists LNIB personnel with requests for payroll or Ànancial information • Provides on-going liaison with federal, provincial, and external funding agencies ensuring timelines and accuracy of any Ànancial agreements • Prepares accounting reports, correspondence, and departmental communications • Provide daily support to customer service department by Ànalizing invoices to customers • Maintain accurate Àling systems for vendors, leases, contracts and banking information • Support the preparation of the detailed Ànancial statements and the maintenance of various Ànancil subsystems • Monthly band balance sheets • The senior employee and supervisor of all Finance Department employees when Finance Manager is absent • Assists to coordinate a departmental team approach, setting overall objectives and goals on an annual basis • Provides speciÀc accounting training to staff as required POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: • Ensures that all accounting functions are performed in accordance with LNIB policy guidelines • Assists and makes recommendations to the Finance Manaager in the development of Finance procedures Performs other related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: • Excellent administrtive and budgetary expertise • Well organized, detail oriented and attention to accuracy • Demostrated ability to independently manage time and work load • Able to work as a team player • Excellent level of communication, organizational, and human relations skills • The proven ability to lead and work well with other individuals in a team environment • The capability to act as a liaison and able to multi task positively with represent to all LNIB internal depar;tments and external organizations • Ability to speak or willingness to learn the Nlaka’pamux language is a pre-requisite QUALIFICATIONS: • Accounting student at 4th year level or better • Three (3) years experience in a similar environment • An appropriate combination of education, skills and experience, preferably with First Nations organization(s) • Interest and respect for First Nations culture WORKING ENVIRONMENT: High stress associated with meeting frequent deadlines with precise data and/or accurate information. Seasonal overtime required. Some travel. Applicants are required to submit a resume with cover letter and 3 references to: Attention: Finance Manager Lower Nicola Indian Band 181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, BC V1K 0A7 Fax: 250 378-6188 E-mail: reception@lnib.net
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