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Kersey takes home top prize at talent finals By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD

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GROWING UP TO BE COWBOYS Gavin (4) and Carson (5) Mouland take in some action at Sunday’s Pro Rodeo. See page 19 for more rodeo coverage. Ian Webster/Herald

Seib’s court appearance delayed again By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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Merritt’s former top cop Stuart Seib’s first court appearance was pushed back for the fourth time Tuesday because his special prosecutor is attending a six-week trial, court heard. The decision means the earliest Seib will appear in court is on Nov. 7, his next scheduled appearance. Seib was charged in January

with stealing and using cocaine from a police evidence locker. He is also charged with breach of trust, dating back to June 2010. Defense lawyer Cliff Thorstenson, acting as agent for Port Coquitlam-based attorney Neville McDougal, said special prosecutor Sheryl Wagner is tied up this month and next, and isn’t able to make time for the arraignment hearing. “There are ongoing discussions

between council in this matter,” Thorstenson said. At the hearing, the charges will be read and Seib could make a plea. July 4, the last time Seib was to appear, court was told he is undergoing drug treatment at a clinic. At the time, defense lawyer Shawn Buckley, who was acting as agent for McDougal, said negotiations were underway to resolve the case without a trial.

“Mr. McDougall is waiting for Crown to make a decision on that,” Buckley said at the time. Seib has officially resigned from the RCMP and won’t face internal discipline. He took over the Merritt detachment in November 2011 after serving seven years in Clearwater, for a total of 18 years with the RCMP. The first appearance was supposed to be on Feb. 21 this year.

After six local shows, nearly 20 contestants and 286 votes cast at the finals on Friday, organizers named Shaylene Kersey as the winner of the Clash of the Talents and Mayor Susan Roline handed her $1,700 cash. Kersey, who consistently wowed the audience with her vocals (sometimes accompanied by her guitar), beat local country group Six More Strings by only one vote while musical siblings Cameron and Evan Snee placed third. The runners up won $850, and $450 in cash respectively. The City of Merritt-sponsored talent contest — a first time for the community — aimed to showcase local talent and featured nearly 20 local contestants who sang, played the guitar or whistled. Organized by locals Anthony and Christine Abraria, Clash of the Talents was split into three rounds prior to the finals with contestants advancing based on votes by those in attendance. Nearly 330 people attended the final show at the Merritt Civic Centre, an increase from the 220 who attended the semi-finals and the 130 who attended the first round in Spirit Square in July. “Basically, our intention was to entertain people in town and to see contestants grow in terms of self confidence,” said Anthony. “The biggest indicator of success was the impact [the contest] had on the contestants and people in town. People were going out of their way to validate what we were doing.” The Abrarias say they have received a lot of feedback from the public and are considering suggestions as they

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Nearly 20 cars, vans and buses are being towed from a Collettville property this week, after the owner neglected them and claimed he is unable to remove the vehicles himself, his family said. Homeowners are allowed a maximum of two unlicensed vehicles on their property. But the rule has been abused throughout town, said Bob Davis,

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Bob Scafe has almost 7,000 insulators displayed in his field and a story for nearly every one. Some of them he’s scavenged himself by climbing old telephone poles, while others he has traded for or purchased from overseas. Point to a piece and he’ll tell you what county it’s from, what year it was made, and which company produced it. He has some, for instance, made in occupied Japan, and others made in England for use in Uruguay. A set of marker insulators used by German troops in occupied France during the Second World War are among his most recent acquisitions. “When the Germans captured France, they put up telegraph lines and they put up insulators with stripes on them so they knew which lines were used for what purpose,” said Scafe. “As far as I know, I have the only set in Canada.” Scafe purchased these pieces from Bellingham, Wash., resident James Bergman who has made 27 trips to France to collect insulators. Scafe is not alone in his passion for these glass or porcelain pieces first designed to insulate electric telegraph wires. Based on an online survey, he figures the hobby got started in the 1950s and has been growing ever since.

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Bob Scafe displays a set of marker insulators used in occupied France by the German troops in the Second World War. Scafe’s is possibly the only set in Canada. His annual insulator show will take place on Saturday and Sunday. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

In fact, insulator collectors from as far as New York will be gathering in Merritt for Bob and Bev Scafe’s annual Insulator Show this weekend and locals are invited to come view their wares. The Scafes are expecting between 60 and 70 collectors to arrive this week for the show scheduled for Sept. 8 and 9. Each year insulator enthusiasts set up tables to display their pieces, swap stories, make trades and buy new treasures from each other.

“I’m like a crow — if it’s bright or shiny or different, I’m interested,” said Scafe, explaining how he acquired his rare marker insulators at last year’s show. Locals are welcome at the event and Scafe said Merritt residents wishing to sell insulator related items such as telephone or telegraph equipment, bottles, etc. are welcome to set up a table free of charge. “If anyone has insulators that they wish to learn more about

or determine the value of their insulators, they can bring them to the show where there will be numerous folks who can be of help,” he said. The show will take place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon. The Scafe’s property is located at 3045 Spanish Creek Place, which is located along Coldwater Road, between Pooley Avenue and Fox Farm Road. For more information contact Bob at 250-378-2787.

Bylaw continues efforts to clean up City properties From Page 2 hectare property. “So I stopped and walked in,” he said. “I started counting [the vehicles]. As I was doing that, the guy next door came out and said ‘I’ve been meaning to call about this for a long time.’” On Friday, after Merritt Fire Rescue Department’s Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson conducted a safety inspection

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— in which he asked the media not to participate — a tow truck company started pulling vehicles away. A Dodge Mirada, Plymouth Barracuda, an old BC Transit bus, and a school bus were among the 20 vehicles. Most of the cars were Dodges and Plymouths. The vehicles were mainly used for storage. “My dad’s a model builder,” said Nick

Wadden, the owner’s son. “All this has been so hard for a long time. He’s not really able to deal with it, so me and my sister are.” A crew of vehicle inspectors from Merritt Auto Wreckers was on site to determine the value of parts so the family knew what to keep. Because the owner is elderly and unable to take care of the property himself, his two children are tasked with facilitating

the vehicle collection and cleanup. The City will front the payment for the cleanup, which was pegged about halfway through the efforts at $1,600 as of press time Tuesday. The property owners are then billed the final amount, which they can pay or have added to their property taxes. “We’re not even close to being done,” Davis said on Tuesday. “This

could take another few days at least. We’re cleaning up one of the largest residential properties in Collettville.” Each vehicle insurance number was given to police for them to see whether any cars were stolen. The police were still collecting those numbers as of press time Tuesday. The family wanted to withhold the property’s address for privacy.

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CITY OF MERRITT CITY OF MERRITT NOTICE OF 2012 TAX SALE Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 254 of the Community Charter, properties listed hereunder will be offered for sale for recovery of outstanding property taxes on Monday, September 24, 2012, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Room # 2 at the Merritt Civic Centre at 1950 Mamette Ave, Merritt, B.C., unless delinquent taxes plus interest thereon are sooner paid. Payment for either settlement of outstanding taxes or purchase of property at Tax Sale shall be Cash, Money Order, CertiÀed Cheque or Bank Draft. The minimum bid on a property will be the upset price for that speciÀc property and is subject to change until the time of the Tax Sale. It should be noted that the sale is not Ànal and that the purchase is subject to redemption within one year from the day the annual sale began. Redemption price will be the upset price at time of tax sale plus any taxes paid by the purchaser, plus interest as set by the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development on the preceding and on any surplus bid. NOTE: Purchase of a Tax Sale Property is subject to tax under the Property Transfer Tax Act. The tax is based on fair market value and calculated at a rate of 1% on the Àrst $200,000.00 of value and 2% on the balance.

Delinquent Properties as of 12:00PM September 4, 2012 Note: Upset prices will be advertised September 18, 2012

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NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the City of Merritt that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) Councillor, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: COUNCILLOR – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED Surname BAIRD CHRISTOPHERSON CLARKE CROSS KEYS POLMANS

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GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualiÀed electors of the City of Merritt on Saturday, September 15, 2012 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location:

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‘Merritt has a lot of potential and we have to find ways to achieve that.’

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For 40 years, Merritt resident Kurt Christopherson has been involved in the community in one way or another, from volunteering with beavers and cubs to organizing the local concert series. Now, with a local byelection scheduled for Sept. 15, Christopherson decided it was time to get involved in the civic end of things and put his name forward as a candidate for city councillor. “I’ve got the skill set to be effective,” said Christopherson who worked for 30 years as a school administrator. “I learned about leadership and how to make decisions, sometimes tough decisions.” Rather than criticize the current leadership,

—COUNCIL CANDIDATE KURT CHRISTOPHERSON Christopherson said he is focusing his campaign on the strengths he would bring to the table including effective communication and commitment. “I believe it is important to foster dialogue and develop good relationships between the City of Merritt and partner groups including the Chamber of Commerce, Community Futures, the TNRD, the Downtown Business Association, service clubs, community organizations and so

on,” he said. These partnerships, he said, are vital to the health of a community and he will work hard to make sure channels of communication remain open. “I also believe it is important to listen to people.” Christopherson said Merritt is an independent community — one that historically paid back every penny of debt after the City went into receivership — and

its strength is its people. “Merritt has a lot of potential and we have to find ways to achieve that,” he said. “The cultural mapping project might help that.” Christopherson said he is also interested in finances and learning to stretch tax dollars to get the maximum benefit. “I would like to know about the total debt, and how much of the tax dollars are financing the money we borrow,” he said. “Sometimes you need to say ‘no.’” As for commitment, Christopherson says he will be prepared, do his homework and base his decisions on the following questions: “Is it good for Merritt? Can we afford it? Is it sustainable and environmentally responsible? And, if it’s a really good idea, and we don’t have the money,

can we find ways to do it?” Christopherson, who is actively involved with the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council, the concert series, and the Country Christmas committee, said he would still like to remain active in the arts, but would have to step down from a position. “I certainly won’t abandon them,” he said. “It’s important to have live entertainment and it keeps Merritt on the map.” If Merrittonians vote for Christopherson, he says he will do his best to represent them. “I’ve got a proven track record and when I say I’ll do something, I follow through with it.” General voting will take place at City Hall on Sept. 15.

Star gazers gather to view Merritt’s night sky By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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While Merrittonians might take for granted the crystal clear nights, people from all over the province go out of their way to come here. It’s mainly the lack of light pollution that makes Merritt a star destination, but it’s also the dry air that decreases the interference

caused by moisture. That clarity brought out over 100 people last year, said Clive Williams, president of the Merritt Astronomical Society. “When there is a lot of moisture in the air, the stars tend to twinkle, like bouncing blobs,” he said, noting he uses a 12-inch diameter dub Sony telescope. Registered members camp at a

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APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR 2013 DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

As per Section 224 of the Community Charter, Council may exempt certain lands or improvements or both from taxation. Charitable, philanthropic or other not for proÀt corporations may apply for tax exemptions on land or improvements that they own. These include religious organizations, schools, seniors’ homes, hospitals, service clubs and community care facilities. Applications are available at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Please include the following with your application: • The aims and purposes of your organization • Financial statements • Any other information pertinent to your application. Please submit your applications by 4:30 p.m., September 28, 2012 to: City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Attention: Ben Currie, Deputy Financial Services Manager

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HERALD OPINION Embrace best part of new year This week marks the start of a new year. Yes, Jan. 1 is the calendar beginning of every year but, life truly is governed by a September start. Labour Day (which came and went this week) marks the real end of summer, despite the fact there are, officially, another few weeks left in the season, according to the tilt of the Earth’s access relative to its revolutions around the sun. Tuesday, Sept. 4, marked the beginning of a new school year for hundreds of Merritt kids and adults — and it can be a jarring change every year, with late nights for little ones replaced with heads hitting the pillow while it is still light outside. Like the weeks following New Year’s Day, we will witness more bodies in gyms, more walkers and runners on the roads, more hobbies being taken up as September, like January, is seen as the beginning of something new, be it another grade of learning or the time, finally, to quit a nasty habit and replace it with a healthy one. In addition, September is, traditionally, the best month of the year in the region weather-wise. While we were drenched in June and baked in July and August, September blesses us with some heat before easing off into the perfect combination of warm days, crisp nights and that autumnal smell that can only be experienced, not described. So, embrace your new start this week. Start an exercise program. Take up a hobby. Join a club. Play some tennis. Resolve to do something for you. After all, the annual long bleak and cold stretch is not far away. Let’s enjoy the best part of the new year while we can. Kamloops This Week

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Anthony and Christine Abraria to plan and implement the Clash of the Talents contest this summer, I was curious to see how many people would attend and support the event. Not that I doubted their ability to put on a good show; rather, I admit I doubted the public’s initiative to support it. And happily, Merrittonians proved me wrong. Nearly 130 people arrived for the first round and endured the baking hot sun to support the contestants. I think word must have spread that the show was enjoyable, or perhaps contestants stepped up their efforts to recruit vot-

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ers, because the numbers continued to increase from show to show. By the semifinals over 200 people were attending, and so many people arrived at the finals — nearly 330 — that organizers had to set up extra chairs at the last minute. I think it’s safe to say that the local talent show was a success. It encouraged local performers, and it appeared to bring the community together. The Abrarias say they are currently reviewing their successes and analysing where there is room for improvement, though it is too early to say whether the show will go on next year. They are also

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taking public feedback into consideration. The voting format is one area that the public has said could use some tweaking. Last week, our online poll asked readers if they were happy with the current format. Thirty per cent voted yes; 70 per cent voted no. This year, audience members voted in person for one performer each show. Restricted to only one vote there is a danger that the contest becomes more about popularity than performance. (Wouldn’t you want to vote for your sister, or grandmother, or friend if she were performing?) By allowing the audience to vote for their top

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two or three choices, it forces them to consider a different set of criteria when voting. (I’m not downplaying Shaylene Kersey’s victory — she’s a talented gal and she won fair and square.) On the other hand, I believe that restricting the vote to those in attendance (as opposed to opening the contest to online votes) was a strength. It forced people to come out and support the event if they were only there to support one person in particular. Any new event will have some areas that need improvement, but it would sure be nice to see the show go on next year.

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YOUR OPINION Albas’ recent MP report was unfair Dear Editor: Dan Albas’ recent column is shocking in its unfairness and vicious in its intent. It’s political behaviour like this that turns Canadians away from voting or having any interest in politics. Albas alludes to the Robocall scandal of 2011 – which led to an investigation of 1,394 complaints of electoral fraud in 234 of Canada’s 308 federal ridings – and tells his constituents about “a significant new development” in the scandal. The thing is, the “new development” is about Liberal MP Frank Valeriote’s riding association having been found guilty of violating the Telecommunications Act for its use of a particular Robocall in the last federal election. The violation involved the association’s failure to provide call back information and identify the party making the phone call. Frank Valeriote took full

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responsibility for the violation at the time, reporting it himself to Elections Canada the moment he discovered it. He also cooperated fully with the investigation and committed to comply with Telecommunications rules in future campaigns. So what exactly is the “significant” revelation? What does this have to do with electoral fraud – a serious crime for which a guilty person can be jailed? Albas next does some heavy breathing over Bill C-428. Saying that “enraged Canadian taxpayers” contact him every week about it, he explains that the private member’s bill was introduced by the Liberals in 2009 and proposed to amend the OAS Act so immigrants could qualify for pension benefits after being a resident for three years instead of ten. It did not advance past first reading in 2009, he tells us, although it was reintroduced by NDP MP Libby Davies just last year

before being “suddenly” withdrawn. He and his party would oppose it if it were again reintroduced by the opposition. What self-serving tripe. Since Albas deals with this bill on a weekly basis, surely he knows that Libby Davies “suddenly” withdrew it because it was submitted in error. Surely he knows that NDP MP Alex Atamanenko, standing for his party, spoke against the bill on Nov. 20, 2009 when the bill made its first appearance. Albas and his party don’t have to stand guard against this bill because it died three full years ago. This is deeply disturbing reporting on the part of Albas, more reminiscent of partisan hallway backstabbing than a sober report from a serious Member of Parliament. Is this why we pay him a salary?

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PREVIOUS QUESTION Were you happy with the voting format for Clash of the Talents?

Kristin Staley Summerland, B.C.

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Smart meters violate last refuge — the home An open letter to BC Hydro: The technology market offers a choice between two kinds of smart meters. There is the relatively benign variety, which transmits its data over land lines. And then there is the other kind - the type of smart meter that BC Hydro is imposing on British Columbians - which includes an embedded microwaveemitting, wireless communication transmitter (“the Microwave Device”). On May 31, 2011, the World Health Organization recognized that radiofrequency electromagnetic fields are a Class 2B possible human cancer risk. The emissions generated by the

Microwave Device fall under this classification of emissions and risk. Why are we being exposed to this risk and who is behind it? BC Hydro is, for all its purposes, an agent of the government and its powers may be exercised only as an agent of the government. The imposition of a microwave transmitter in our homes by a government agent strikes an Orwellian tone; it violates the sanctity of the home and is inconsistent with the very nature of a free society. In a world full of toxic chemicals and radiation, the home is the last place of refuge, a zone of autonomous control and free choice. It is a private place where the state should not be

imposing itself or its devices. This is about freedom of choice. Given the existing concerns regarding the risk to health and safety by these Microwave Devices, we decline to have them at our homes and we prohibit you from entering our properties for the purpose of installing such devices. You assert your contractual right to “access” to your equipment. We concede that you may continue to access our properties for the purpose of reading our present analogue meters. If an analogue meter needs replacement, you may replace it with another analogue meter. Our problem is not with what you are “accessing” - it is what you are seeking to

fact that the interpretation of the Clean Energy Act is a matter currently before the British Columbia Court of Appeal. We say no to your entry onto our lands for the purpose of installing Microwave Devices. You have responded by threatening to cut off our power, but British Columbians will not accede to the strong arm of the state as exercised through the unilateral and coercive actions of BC Hydro. In our view, neither will the courts.

leave behind. Your right of access does not go so far so as to entitle you to install a device that continuously generates toxic radiation. Neither does the Clean Energy Act give you that entitlement. In fact, that legislation does not require, authorize, or even mention the Microwave Devices or their functional capabilities. You admit that the benign land-line variety of smart meter would fulfill the communication and transmission functionality requirements as prescribed by the CEA, but you continue to impose the toxic Microwave Device on B.C. residents against our explicit objection. You abuse your power by continuing with installations despite the

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS MERRITT VOTES 2012

Clarke returns to Merritt, aims for return to council By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD

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After a short spell away from the Nicola Valley, two-time city councillor Nadia Clarke is moving back to Merritt and aiming to earn the vacant council seat in the Sept. 15 byelection. Clarke, who served two consecutive three-year terms as a City of Merritt councillor from 2005 to 2011, moved to Cawston, B.C. — an unincorporated community in the Similkameen Valley — last year with her husband for work. However, he has secured a three-year contract in Merritt and they are in the process of moving back. “It became apparent that with the amount of time I spent driving back and forth to see my children and grandchildren, half my life was there and half my life was here,” she said. “I love it here (in Cawston) but I feel there is something missing, and what is missing is my feeling of connection that I have in Merritt.”

City council candidate Nadia Clarke.

Clarke was born and raised in the Nicola Valley, where her parents, her grandparents and her great great grandparents lived before her. “You could say I have an interest in where Merritt goes and how we proceed,” she said. Clarke said she has kept up to date on Merritt’s news and now that she’s returning, she’d like to actively work on behalf of Merrittonians again. “I never wanted to be an armchair councillor,” she said. “You can read something and have your opinions, but it’s different

when you have to vote.” Clarke says she is not a oneissue candidate — instead, she says she’ll be looking at the big picture to make decisions that are best for Merritt. “I believe in thoughtful considerate development to have a sustainable community.” Among other things, Clarke would like to address environmental issues, re-address local hospital concerns to make sure residents have access to all essential services, and address social concerns such as hidden homelessness. As the lowest spender on council in 2011, Clarke feels strongly about making wise financial decisions. “I feel the taxes — I’m literally cringing every time anyone does any extra spending,” she said. “My remuneration is quite generous and I would rather pay for things myself than expect Merritt to pay for every little item.” General voting is on Sept. 15 at City Hall.

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Greetings G ti readers! d ! Th TThe h d days, the th weeks and the months are slipping by. The days are getting noticeably shorter. All kinds of things are happening in the world. Prices of food are on the rise because of poor weather conditions. Some places are too dry and others are too wet. There are man made problems that seem to be on the rise and we could dwell on these as that could bring problems of their own. Let’s think about the good things…we have enough. In some cases we have too much to eat in our comfortable homes. I support the missions of our church and we have large mission projects all over the world. I get pictures from people, especially children, who have been helped by my donations, who would otherwise not have enough to eat, would be homeless and be unable to go to school. How grateful we should be that we are blessed with all the things that many do not have. Everyday we should realize that all the blessings we have are gifts from God who gives us the strength and ability to work so we can support ourselves and our families. When we thank God for the blessings we have, let’s also pray for the people who are less fortunate. A lot of problems have their roots in selÀshness. Jesus said it is more blessed to give than to receive. Helping someone in need brings peace and good feelings. Who gives more generously than God? Look at the nice country we have to live in. It supplies all our needs and overÁows with the beauty of nature. How can we not be happy in it especially with the birds singing their songs of praise to their Maker. Not only is God blessing us every day, but when we realize that things in the world, such as the economy not being in good shape, we have the knowledge that God still has our backs. We have the wonderful promises of God that He will look after us if we follow His instruction, found in His Word. We need but love Him for who He is and not forget those around us. God has not promised everything that we would like but His word says that bread will be given us, water will be sure. What more do we really need? Let’s make it a habit to be thankful for what we have. Paid advertisement

Candidate says teamwork is vital By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD

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With almost 20 years experience in municipal government, Bob Baird is asking Merritt residents to vote for him again in the Sept. 15 byelection. It’s not the first time that Baird — who has served four terms as mayor and four as an alderman/councillor — has put his name forward in a byelection. His first term as mayor was the result of a byelection and so was his last term as a councillor from 20032005. This time, Baird says he’d like to use his experience to build a sense of teamwork among city councillors as they work together “for the common good.” “Teamwork is lacking, and that’s not just my opinion,” he said. “Council needs a teamwork approach as opposed to individual agendas and I’m hoping the skills I have will aid in the process of improving the teamwork.” Besides his time in politics, Baird served as a University College of the Cariboo board member for nearly seven years and as a B.C. Property

Assessment Appeal Board member, both by appointment. “These years gave me experience interfacing with different agencies and all of that helps,” he said, adding that his time on various boards taught him about cooperation. “I firmly believe that I can work with each of the councillors effectively; there is nothing better than experience.” As a resident of

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didates besides himself running in the byelection. “It demonstrates a healthy interest in the future of our community,” he said, adding that he hopes voters will also take an interest on election day. “People should take advantage of the opportunity to vote. “These are the freedoms people fought for and they shouldn’t go the way of the dodo bird.”

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Timber committee calls for scientific approach By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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B.C. timber authorities need a scientific approach to expand harvestable wood to end the mountain-pinebeetle-fueled blow to the economy, says a Special Committee on Timber Supply report. After 19 public meetings, including a Merritt stop in July, the bipartisan Committee of MLAs released a 60-page report on Aug. 15 with 22 recommendations for the B.C. government about how to increase the amount of harvestable wood. The report recommends harvesting areas that are currently protected, increasing processing of beetlekilled wood, providing area-based tenures and increasing intensive silviculture. As the Merritt/ Kamloops wood manager for Tolko Industries Ltd., Michael Bragg has seen first-hand the results of the pine beetle. He said it’s too early to tell whether the Committee’s recommendations will improve the sector. “They are fairly broad recommendations,” he said. “Once the rubber hits the road and you start to see the recommendations get spun out into policies or into actions, that’s really what we want to see.” The new timber would be an increase in beetle-infested wood, which can be viable, but not always. “The advantage in [the Merritt area] is the proximity to the coast and the demand for chips,” he said, noting beetle wood is often ground into chips. “It’s allowed them to have a market to take that wood away.”

But further into interior B.C. — including in Burns Lake and Prince Georgec which have suffered a combined 450 job losses due to two mill explosions — there isn’t much of a market for wood chips and transportation costs are daunting. Bragg said if U.S. housing starts continue their current increase, more demand for the lower-quality wood will follow, though he was cautious about whether the short-term gains are sustainable. Any sustained increase, he said, would encourage lumber companies to harvest wood from the marginal areas, as suggested by the Committee. The B.C. Liberal government-appointed committee is a response to a drastic reduction in the availability of timber throughout the province, due to the mountain pine beetle pandemic. According to Cariboo North Independent MLA Bob Simpson, more needs to be done. “These recommendations will not support sustainable change,” he said in a release. “What I see in this report are politicians on both sides passing the buck to local communities with no long-term strategy for success.” He went on to say the recommendations allow communities to log their own forests, “but what happens when they are gone?” After areas are logged, and the current politicians are no longer in office, the same communities will be left with nowhere else to harvest, he added. Simpson said the committee was correct to highlight silviculture initiatives as a priority, but they lack scope. He

called for reforesting a healthy ecosystem, rather than just growing timber. He also called for efforts to increase other economic activities, such as bio-energy and biomass, which — unlike the report — takes into consideration climate change and a changing economy. “The government has several reports sitting in front of them outlining progressive strategies, but they haven’t acted on them,” he said. “The bottom line, and the Committee report confirms this, is that we’re going to see a dramatic timber reduction in the near term.” The Committee, which was appointed in May, estimated 18.1 million hectares of forest has been ravaged by the mountain pine beetle. The supply of timber will be about 20 per cent below the pre-infestation levels in 20 years. A June report from the Forest and Range Management Framework to Anticipated Effects of Climate Change, which Simpson supports, says the timber uncertainty calls for more risk analysis, rather than optimizing productivity, “with conscious efforts to manage for flexibility and resilience.” “Where risks are increasing and forests are stressed, managers should avoid plans that are too tightly dependent on historical disturbance patterns and other assumptions,” the FRMF report states. “Using more diverse seed sources or species mixes when planting, altering rotation times and facilitating species migration will likely play important roles in adapting to altered climates over the next century.” The report classifies

Merritt as being among the most infected by mountain pine beetle. The Committee’s 22 recommendations include: • Consider First Nation expansion tenures when proposing changes to the tenure system. • Assess feasibility of re-establishing the monitoring committees for land and resource management plans. • Complete a review of the timber areas that could be harvested. This includes the marginally economic areas. • Only consider harvesting delicate areas within the timber harvesting land base if a scientific review has been conducted and approves of such a harvest.

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More retirees are getting schooled these days DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY It’s one of the perks of being comfortably retired after years spent building a career and raising a family, you now have the luxury of making personal choices. Like heading back to school to develop new skills, reawaken a lifelong dream, explore new interests or to learn just for the pure joy of it. Every education choice has a cost. That’s why your retirement plan should include the funding that will allow you to return to the classroom. Here are a few options to get you going back to school: Expand your RRSP

eligible investments You already know that a balanced, retirementfunding investment strategy should include Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) eligible investments, the best tax-deferred, retirement-savings builder for most Canadians. Consider expanding your RRSP investment strategy to provide a money source for the extra costs of your return to education. Borrow from your RRSP Through the government’s Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP), you can withdraw up to $20,000 from your RRSP eligible investments for qualifying forms of training and education. But this is an option you don’t want to rush into because you are required to repay your LLP withdrawals within a 10-year period or they become taxable and you’ll also lose the significant tax-deferred growth

those savings could have provided if left inside your RRSP for those 10 years. Repayments cannot be made after the end of the year in which you turn 71, so if you still have a balance at that time, you’ll have to pay tax on it. Establish a TFSA Any Canadian over 18 can save up to $5,000 a year in a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) eligible account. TFSA contributions are not tax-deductible but the investment earnings are tax-sheltered and taxes are not applied to withdrawals. Could be a good way to save for your education expenses. Establish your own RESP People of any age can benefit from the tax-deferred savings offered by a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) eligible investments although, as an older student, you will not receive the added benefit of the Canadian

Education Savings Grant* and other government grants that are available only to younger plan beneficiaries. Still, you may be in a lower tax bracket when you make your withdrawals to go back to school, so the tax deferral may result in you paying less tax than you would if you had invested outside the RESP. *The Canada Education Savings Grant and Canada Learning Bond (CLB) are provided by the Government of Canada. CLB eligibility depends on family income levels. Some provinces make education savings grants available to their residents. 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

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The Reasons you should Vote for me on SEPTEMBER 15 • I live in Merritt and pay taxes here • Being retired, I have the time to serve the city • I am not seeking a seat on council to push my own agenda • We need new people on council with new ideas

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LOGAN LAKE

• • • •

Well laid out open plan Nicely finished kitch + dining nook Good sized m/bdrm w/ full ensuite Good location of the Bench

M 3790

$336,900

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

M 3729

$217,000

• 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

M 3781

• • • •

$334,900

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

• • • •

Quiet acre a short drive out of town Open floor plan Master enste & w/I closet Full bsmt w/ recrm, 3rd bdrm & bathrm

$330,000

Family friendly neighborhood!! 5 bdrm, 2 bath home is close to schools Huge b/yard is fenced w/ garden area Newer vinyl windows & furnace upgrade

M 3786

$213,000

• • • •

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

• • • •

$319,000

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout

M 3761

$206,500

• • • •

Guichon Creek flows thru property Lots of grazing grass Farm setting Easy access

M 3810

• • • •

$249,000

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

M 3741

$199,900

• Unique & tasteful 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home • H/water on demand & central a/c • Hardwood flrs & bright open design • Beautifully l/scaped yd w/ private patio

M 3794

$285,000

• Wonderful home in LN comes w/ 5 appliances • Newer furnace, low e double glazed windows • 26x14 deck & covered attached carport • Good sized detached garage w/ power • Tons of room, fully fenced & move right in

M 3812

$194,500

• • • •

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

M 3735

• • • •

$276,000

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

$165,000

M 3365

• 3 bdrm, possible 4, 2 bath Bench family home • New flring in lvgrm & hallway • Private deck for BBQ’s • Large .32 acre corner lot

M 3798

• • • •

$269,000

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

• • • •

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

M 3716

• • • •

$255,000

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!

M 3795

$164,500

• • • •

M 3764

• • • • •

$155,000

• • • •

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

M 3708

• • • •

$149,900

Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access

M 3792

$147,500

• • • •

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

$139,000

• • • •

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

M 3652

$138,000

• • • •

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

M 3739

$137,900

• • • •

Long term tenant for the investor 2 bdrms & bath on main Full unfinished basement w/ laundry Front driveway + lane access/tons of rm for cars & toys

$120,000

M 3797

• • • •

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

• • • •

M 3720

Upper level 2 bdrm condo Recent laminate & lino flring 5 appliances incl window a/c Sundeck in front, quick possession

$112,000

• • • •

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

M 3737

$95,000

• • • •

Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located

M 3525

• • • •

$76,900

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

M 3486

• • • •

$76,900

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

M 3738

$75,900

• Great starter home or retirement • 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite • Coldwater River is close by • Riverside Mobile Home Park

M 3787

$70,000

• • • •

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

• • • •

$68,000

M 3613

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

M 3270

• • • •

$49,900

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

$158,000

Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Bsmt is unfinished Great starter home

M 3751

$157,500

M 3607

Peace and tranquility on a 1.27 acres Park like setting 3 bdrm rural retreat Detached garage

$35,000

• • • •

Nice park w/ river across the road 3 bdrm home w/ good sized fenced yard Laminate flring in main areas New tub surround & lino in bathroom

M 3796

$30,000

• • • •

Cozy 3 bdrm w/ many updates New kitch & bath, vinyl windows Open flr plan @ kitch, lvgrm & nook Appliances replaced within last 5 yrs

M 3793

$30,000

• New residential lots in a nice part of Merritt • Located in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting • Fully serviced including curbs & storm drain • All prepaid by the developer

• • • •

M 3692

M 3758

$57,000

Views of the Nicola Valley Walking trails & shopping nearby All services are u/g & at lot line One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods

$67,000

• • • •

Fully serviced R-2 lot Close to schools & downtown Bring your bldg ideas Trades considered

M 3274

$72,900

• • • •

Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area

M 3534

$79,000

• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change

M 3707

$89,000

• One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola • Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet location • Water serviced by Lower Nicola Water Works • Approved for septic & HST already paid

M 3746

$385,000

• • • •

Dream kitch w/ granite counters New high end bathrooms Totally renovated home Fenced with pool

M 3803

$165,000

NEW LISTING

$44,000

Great starter or retirement home 2 lots for the price of 1 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms Beautiful views

M 3805 • Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home • Laminate flring, skylight, lge bdrms • Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm • Lge yd w/ mature trees

NEW LISTING

• • • •

M 3755

• • • •

$235,000

$113,000

M 3800

M 3777

M 3689

NEW LISTING

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

• • • •

$239,000

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

LOGAN LAKE

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

• • • •

Nice 3, possible 4 bdrm, 2 bath home Double lot for large yard Large kitchen, wet bar, gas fireplace Totally fenced yard w/ lots of extra parking Rent to own considered

M 3791

D SOL

• • • •

Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s

$279,900

• • • •

Spacious 4 bdrm home Family neighborhood, awesome deck Huge Jacuzzi tub & pool table All appliances & window coverings

M 3806

NEW LISTING

$258,000

NEW LISTING

$99,000

NEW PRICE • Well maintained, secure bldging • Updated condo, central location • Strata incl heat h/w, cable, caretaker & yd maint. • Small pets allowed • • • •

Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads

M 3495

$100,000

• • • •

Nicola Lakeshore Estates Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 Build your dream home Tons of recreation to choose from!!

M 3749

$165,000

• Private & tranquil describes this 26+ acre lot with amazing view • Located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley • Bring you building ideas!

M 3766

$189,000

• • • •

.76 acre riverfront building lot The location is second to none 260+ feet of river frontage Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building ideas!!

M 3780

$199,000

• • • •

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

$230,000

• • • •

Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake

M 3478

$349,000

• Large open commercial space (approx 6500 sf) • Curb parking and parking lot across the street • Located in the d/t core. Sold as bldg & land • Roof HVAC, hot water & roll down security door

M 3779

$440,000

• Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt • 12,000sqft commercial building for purchase or lease @ $6/sqft • Over 10,500sqft of retail space • Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue

M 3697

$850,000

M 3808

$128,000

• • • •

Fabulous views 4 bdrm home In-law basement suite Laminate floors, central vac & more

M 3802

$199,000

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1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184

www.royallepage.ca/merritt

www.realtor.ca

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

John Issac Sales Rep

Claudette Edenoste Sales Rep

250-315-5178

250-378-1586

250-280-0689

Tom McDonagh Broker

250-378-6181

johnissac@telus.net

kbonneteau@telus.net

tommcdongh@royallepage.ca

Lynda Property Manager

250-378-6181

LOGAN LAKE

• • • •

Well laid out open plan Nicely finished kitch + dining nook Good sized m/bdrm w/ full ensuite Good location of the Bench

M 3790

$336,900

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

M 3729

$217,000

• • • •

M 3762

M 3781

• • • •

$334,900

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

• • • •

Quiet acre a short drive out of town Open floor plan Master enste & w/I closet Full bsmt w/ recrm, 3rd bdrm & bathrm

$330,000

Family friendly neighborhood!! 5 bdrm, 2 bath home is close to schools Huge b/yard is fenced w/ garden area Newer vinyl windows & furnace upgrade

M 3786

$213,000

• • • •

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

• • • •

$319,000

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout

M 3761

$206,500

• • • •

Guichon Creek flows thru property Lots of grazing grass Farm setting Easy access

M 3810

• • • •

$249,000

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

M 3741

$199,900

• Unique & tasteful 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home • H/water on demand & central a/c • Hardwood flrs & bright open design • Beautifully l/scaped yd w/ private patio

M 3794

$285,000

M 3812

$194,500

• • • •

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

M 3735

• • • •

$276,000

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

$165,000

M 3365

• 3 bdrm, possible 4, 2 bath Bench family home • New flring in lvgrm & hallway • Private deck for BBQ’s • Large .32 acre corner lot

M 3798

• • • •

$269,000

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

• • • •

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

M 3716

• • • •

$255,000

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!

M 3795

$164,500

• • • •

M 3764

• • • • •

$155,000

• • • •

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

M 3708

• • • •

$149,900

Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access

M 3792

$147,500

• • • •

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

$139,000

• • • •

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

M 3652

$138,000

• • • •

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

M 3739

$137,900

• • • •

Long term tenant for the investor 2 bdrms & bath on main Full unfinished basement w/ laundry Front driveway + lane access/tons of rm for cars & toys

$120,000

M 3797

• • • •

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

• • • •

M 3720

Upper level 2 bdrm condo Recent laminate & lino flring 5 appliances incl window a/c Sundeck in front, quick possession

$112,000

• • • •

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

M 3737

$95,000

• • • •

Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located

M 3525

• • • •

$76,900

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

M 3486

• • • •

$76,900

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

M 3738

$75,900

• Great starter home or retirement • 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite • Coldwater River is close by • Riverside Mobile Home Park

M 3787

$70,000

• • • •

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

• • • •

$68,000

M 3613

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

M 3270

• • • •

$49,900

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

$158,000

Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Bsmt is unfinished Great starter home

M 3751

$157,500

M 3607

Peace and tranquility on a 1.27 acres Park like setting 3 bdrm rural retreat Detached garage

$35,000

• • • •

Nice park w/ river across the road 3 bdrm home w/ good sized fenced yard Laminate flring in main areas New tub surround & lino in bathroom

M 3796

$30,000

• • • •

Cozy 3 bdrm w/ many updates New kitch & bath, vinyl windows Open flr plan @ kitch, lvgrm & nook Appliances replaced within last 5 yrs

M 3793

$30,000

• New residential lots in a nice part of Merritt • Located in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting • Fully serviced including curbs & storm drain • All prepaid by the developer

• • • •

M 3692

M 3758

$57,000

Views of the Nicola Valley Walking trails & shopping nearby All services are u/g & at lot line One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods

$67,000

• • • •

Fully serviced R-2 lot Close to schools & downtown Bring your bldg ideas Trades considered

M 3274

$72,900

• • • •

Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area

M 3534

$79,000

• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change

M 3707

$89,000

• One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola • Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet location • Water serviced by Lower Nicola Water Works • Approved for septic & HST already paid

M 3746

$385,000

• • • •

Dream kitch w/ granite counters New high end bathrooms Totally renovated home Fenced with pool

M 3803

$165,000

NEW LISTING

$44,000

Great starter or retirement home 2 lots for the price of 1 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms Beautiful views

M 3805 • Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home • Laminate flring, skylight, lge bdrms • Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm • Lge yd w/ mature trees

NEW LISTING

• • • •

M 3755

• • • •

$235,000

$113,000

M 3800

M 3777

M 3689

NEW LISTING

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

• • • •

$239,000

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

LOGAN LAKE

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

• • • •

Nice 3, possible 4 bdrm, 2 bath home Double lot for large yard Large kitchen, wet bar, gas fireplace Totally fenced yard w/ lots of extra parking Rent to own considered

M 3791

D SOL

• • • •

Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s

$279,900

• • • •

Spacious 4 bdrm home Family neighborhood, awesome deck Huge Jacuzzi tub & pool table All appliances & window coverings

M 3806

NEW LISTING

$258,000

NEW LISTING

$99,000

NEW PRICE • Well maintained, secure bldging • Updated condo, central location • Strata incl heat h/w, cable, caretaker & yd maint. • Small pets allowed • • • •

Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads

M 3495

$100,000

• • • •

Nicola Lakeshore Estates Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 Build your dream home Tons of recreation to choose from!!

M 3749

$165,000

• Private & tranquil describes this 26+ acre lot with amazing view • Located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley • Bring you building ideas!

M 3766

$189,000

• • • •

.76 acre riverfront building lot The location is second to none 260+ feet of river frontage Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building ideas!!

M 3780

$199,000

• • • •

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

$230,000

• • • •

Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake

M 3478

$349,000

• Large open commercial space (approx 6500 sf) • Curb parking and parking lot across the street • Located in the d/t core. Sold as bldg & land • Roof HVAC, hot water & roll down security door

M 3779

$440,000

• Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt • 12,000sqft commercial building for purchase or lease @ $6/sqft • Over 10,500sqft of retail space • Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue

M 3697

$850,000

M 3808

$128,000

• • • •

Fabulous views 4 bdrm home In-law basement suite Laminate floors, central vac & more

M 3802

$199,000

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Contest brings community together From Page 1 analyse data and determine whether the contest will be sustainable for the future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to isolate any deficiencies and also analyse our successes,â&#x20AC;? said Anthony. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been really fortunate that most of the feedback has been positive â&#x20AC;&#x201D; anyone with a comment usually follows it up with a compliment.â&#x20AC;? Some suggestions for example, have been to allow multiple votes per ballot, or bring in a panel of judges to comment on performances, said Christina. The couple was even approached by someone from the Okanagan who asked if they would consider opening the competition to people from other communities or implementing a similar contest in other communities as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There seems to be a deficiency for kids between 10 and 17 with most contests geared towards people who are already polished, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s undermining their confidence,â&#x20AC;? said Anthony. Asked whether or not they will organize a contest for next year, the Abrarias said it is too early to tell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a hard question to answer because we would certainly want to, but it ended up being more of a financial undertaking than we had anticipated,â&#x20AC;? said Anthony. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Things have to be broken down to see if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sustainable and viable.â&#x20AC;? He did say he was pleased with the public for supporting budding musicians, even during the heat this summer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think Tony and Christina did a fabulous job of putting this together,â&#x20AC;? said Susan Roline on Friday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a lot more time than anyone could foresee, but it brought our community together.â&#x20AC;?

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DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN In case you haven’t noticed, the weather is changing. The mornings are cold and it wont be long until the odd morning frost shows up. The leaves are turning to bright orange and yellow. With this change in season comes the time to rake all of the leaves and pine needles. Unfortunately, this often leads to bouts of acute back pain for some people. Acute low back pain after raking leaves, grass, and pine needles is usu-

ally due to raking in the incorrect posture and for too long at one time. The weight of the leaves or needles is not the problem. The most common cause of the low back pain is the repetitive twisting motion that many people do as they pull the rake towards themselves. Our back is not designed to handle repetitive twisting motions, especially if lifting is involved. The pain doesn’t usually become severe while you are raking. It often comes on during the night when your back is no longer moving. During this time, the inflammation or swelling accumulates and the joints stiffen. The nerves exiting between the vertebrae are positioned very close to the swollen joints. These nerves can become “pinched” or

“irritated”. This leads to acute muscle spasm and pain that may or may not travel down to the leg or buttocks. The best treatment for this condition is to restore normal movement of the area and keep it that way long enough for it to heal. Chiropractors receive good results by doing “adjustments” or “manipulation” of the effected joints to restore their mobility. By having good mobility in the swollen and sore joints, the swelling can be flushed out, the circulation inside the joint is improved, and the joints heal much faster with less pain. It is important that people understand that only your body will heal the injury and that the chiropractor is just making that system work more efficiently and at

a faster rate. Applying ice packs or even frozen peas for ten to fifteen minutes at a time, two to three times per day, will help decrease the swelling around the nerves and joints. In the unfortunate event that something more serious has occurred, such as a herniated disk, the chiropractor is trained to identify and conservatively treat it. If conservative therapy will not work, the appropriate referral to a specialist can be made. This is usually done in conjunction with your medical doctor. Of course, the best cure for low back pain is prevention. When you are raking, keep your back straight and pull the rake directly towards your body. Do not pull the rake to your side, as this will automatically

encourage your back to twist. It is also important to not try to rake the entire yard in one day. Spread the job out over a few days. Some may laugh at this, but it is recommended that you actually warm up and stretch before starting to rake. Go for a light ten-minute walk and do a few repetitions of stretching for the low back before starting. You can refer to our website (www.merrittchiro.com) for free low back stretches and exercises. Nicola Valley Chiropractic 2076A Granite Ave. P.O. Box 909 Merritt, BC

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the bus to work, are active in the office, walk the dog at night or spend time gardening, you may be surprised by how much you walk every day – and how much further you can go with a little extra motivation. There are great tools available to help track your activity on a given day or over a period of time. For example, there’s a new device from a Canadian company that’s like a digital pedometer, and much more. Take a look online at www. tractivityonline.com to see how it works. Tractivity is affordable and easy to use. A digital sensor conveniently attaches to your shoes or inside special insoles and counts the numbers of steps you take. The Tractivity software securely stores your

profile, including your goals and walking history and illustrates your progress through steps, distance travelled and calories burned. It also awards ribbons as you hit milestones and offers resources for deeper information and motivation. According to Dr. Shannon Bredin, an assistant professor at the School of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia, monitoring and recording your activity will create self-awareness which is critical to changing your behavior – in this case exercise habits. “Tracking is an important tool that allows you to be accountable to yourself and your goal,” says Bredin. Stepping out If you ever want to put your

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Saying ‘bye’ can be so hard to do BARRIE OGDEN BARRIE’S BANTER When someone has been a significant part of Logan Lake for 32 years, it is extremely hard and sad to have to say goodbye. But, we’ll have to say goodbye to Angie Gilmore who, for the past seven years has played a central role in the administration of the IDA Drug store. Perhaps even more importantly, she worked for 18 years at Highland Valley Foods with then-owner, Bob Lamont. Angie is leaving to join husband, Chris who, for the past four months, has established a mining career in

Mackenzie, B.C., where they’ve purchased a house and are both looking forward to a new life adventure. And, interestingly enough, there are former Logan Lakers already there to welcome them including Tracey Senner’s Dad, Cliff Cooper, and Mark the Mover. But, Angie’s belief is that “Home is Where You Make It” and that will be her philosophy as she and Chris open a new chapter in their Book of Life. I suspect, that it will still be difficult to leave this community which is home to “friendly, compassionate, caring people.” And, Angie was very definite that Logan Lake is “an excellent place to raise a family” and “if people complain there’s nothing to do, it’s up to them to get involved and to make things happen.” Part of the attraction of Mackenzie is the fact

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that the community has an Olympic-sized pool, a quilters shop and a quilters guild, a museum, two banks, two grocery stores, two drug stores, and a hospital. The only negative might be the fact there’s only one gas station which, I’m guessing, makes things financially difficult for consumers when there’s a lack of competition. Once the Gilmores get unpacked and settled in, Angie may seek a

part-time job as a way of getting to know people and volunteer work is also on her agenda as a means of “giving back” in recognition of the care and concern shown her parents when they were residents of Coquihalla-Gillis House in Merritt. As our time together was winding down, Angie shared that Nicole Owen will be taking over as the I.D.A. manager before showing off the

beautiful cake Tracey Makowe had made as a sweet goodbye. And, Angie couldn’t send me down the road before telling me several times over that the staff at the I.D.A. is the absolute best and warning me that she and Chris would definitely be back, maybe even permanently. We can only hope. And Angie and Chris – thank you both for the lovely memories you’ve left with us.

Golf tournament helps support the W.H.Y, 51 golfer turn out By Barrie Ogden THE HERALD

The summer of 2012 officially ended for the Logan Lake W.H.Y. with its 15th Annual Golf Tournament at the Meadow Creek Golf Course on Aug. 25. The event is a fundraiser for the W.H.Y. and, while the number of golfers – 51, who registered for the event — was disappointing when compared to the 85 who participated in 2009, there was a strong sense of enjoyment and excitement in the air as folks teed-up for the 10 a.m. shot-gun start. And, these positive feelings

were matched by their commitment to financially support the W.H.Y. – an incredible community resource which provides much more than fitness classes and gives back to the District through employment programs, grief counselling, programs for children and youth, first aid classes, transportation to medical appointments, Welcome Wagon visits, and much, much more. The W.H.Y. staff, volunteers and board members who turned out to participate in the tournament as well as help with the organizational duties should be congratulated

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The Merritt Centennials officially kick off their 2012-13 season this Saturday at the British Columbia Hockey League’s firstever Showcase event at Prospera Centre in Chilliwack. All 16 BCHL teams will convene in Chilliwack at various times from Sept. 7-9 to play two games apiece, with the results counting towards the regular season standings. “It’s going to be an absolute zoo,” stated Centennials’ head coach and GM Luke Pierce earlier this week. “Somehow, amidst the chaos, we’re going to have to find a way to win.” The Cents play their first game of the ‘real’ season Saturday at noon against the Prince George Spruce Kings. Their second outing is a little over 24 hours later when they renew acquaintances with the Trail Smoke Eaters in a 2:30 p.m. clash of Interior Division rivals. “It’s going to be a big challenge for us,” added Pierce. “Fortunately, we don’t play on Friday. It

gives us an extra day to prepare and get ready to go there [Chilliwack] and do a job.”

‘It’s going to be a zoo. Somehow, amidst the chaos, we’re going to have to find a way to win.’ — CENTS’ HEAD COACH AND GM LUKE PIERCE

Unlike several Lower Mainland teams that are commuting back and forth to Chilliwack for their pair of games, the Cents are overnighting Saturday. “Yeah, we’re staying over,” explained Pierce. “It’s important for our players to experience the whole thing. It’s a big deal for our league, and we want our players to be part of it.” Merritt goes into the regular season having amassed a 1-1-2 record in exhibition play. They opened with a 5-5 tie against Langley back on Aug. 28, followed by a 3-1 loss to Chilliwack the next night in a game

played in Hope. The Centennials split a home-and-home series with Trail, winning 4-2 on Aug. 31 before losing to the Smoke Eaters 8-3 in Trail on Sept. 1. With a large returning group of 11 Cents’ veterans, and a couple of key acquisitions/signings over the summer, Pierce and asst. coach Joe Martin used the preseason to find the kind of players they wanted to build on last year’s outstanding second-place finish in the BCHL’s Interior. “It’s a complicated process,” said Pierce. “If you rush to make decisions, you can really jeopardize yourself. So Joe and I wanted to take our time to discuss everything, and figure out how to make things work for us.” Pierce really likes the new members of the Centennials’ team that he and Martin have finally committed to. There is a nice blend of not only talent but personalities, something that Pierce feels is vital in developing a strong team identity and culture. The action and excitement all begins this weekend.

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MMA comes to the Nicola Valley this Saturday night For the first time ever, a sanctioned mixed martial arts competition is coming to Merritt. The Unified Combat League, based out of Kamiah, Idaho is putting on UCL 15: “King of the Valley” this Saturday night at the Merritt rodeo grounds, located on Lindley Creek Road in Collettville. Despite minimal advertising, the outdoor MMA event has created quite a buzz throughout south-central B.C. and advance tickets are selling briskly says UCL founder Jesse Eller. Eller chose Merritt for the Canadian premiere of UCL because it is his mom’s home town, and he considers the community “real blue collar”. No fewer than 15 combatants from the Nicola Valley are on the current fight card, while other scrappers are coming from Kamloops, Salmon Arm and Kelowna. Tickets are available in advance online, and onsite Saturday. Gates open at 6 p.m.

UCL 15: KING OF THE VALLEY FIGHT CARD (not in order/subject to change)

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Les Bara (Merritt) Jakob George (Kamloops) Damon Bennett (Merritt) Will Shuter (Merritt) Devan Mosley (Merritt) Myles Padley (Merritt) Ryan Stephens (Merritt) Billy Strande (Merritt) Michael Heppner (Merritt) K. Higgenbottom (Kamloops) Morgan Littlechild (Kelowna) Jordon Roy (Salmon Arm) Jimmy Honeywell (Merritt) Joe Aspinall (Merritt)

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54th annual pro rodeo has its thrills and spills Good-sized crowds turned out both Saturday and Sunday for the 54th Annual Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo at the rodeo grounds in Collettville. Those in attendance were treated to some thrilling rodeo action by some of the top cowboys and cowgirls in both Canada and the United States. Highlights included Rylan Geiger’s 84.5 point ride in the saddle bronc competition, and the sizzling times put down by a stellar group of ladies’ barrel racers. Just 0.289 seconds separated first from tenth in the barrels event. Overall winner was Rylee McKenzie of St. Paul, Alberta with a scorching time of 16.228 seconds. In addition to the heated rodeo action, the crowd was thoroughly entertained by the always-popular Langley Drill Team (above), as well as the hilarious antics of Merritt’s own rodeo clown Jayson Charters. Few will forget Charters’ voluptous costumes, his hilarious interaction with the appreciative audience, and his exciting 1.7 second ride-and-slide in the steer riding event on Sunday. (Left) Merritt’s Joe Roberson was a winner of the ranch saddle bronc event on Saturday with a solid score of 72. Ian Webster/ Herald

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Merritt bull rider Ty Pozzobon may not have been able to make this year’s Nicola Valley pro rodeo, but he was still busy racking up the points and money earnings this past week. Pozzobon, 20, was a three-time winner in Armstrong at the CPRA Wrangler Pro Tour Finals. On Wednesday, he won the long go with an 88.25 ride on ‘Man in Black’. Then, on Sunday, he also took the short go title with a superb 90.25 score on the oddly-named bull

‘Team Paige’. The two outstanding rides netted the young Nicola Valley cowboy the overall high point average as well. For his troubles, Pozzobon picked up a total of $5,700 in winnings, and an automatic berth in next year’s Calgary Stampede. In between his two visits to Armstrong, Pozzobon also found time to travel to Sacreville, Oklahoma for a PBR Built Ford Tough World Series event. Friday night, Pozzobon tied for fourth with an 86.25 score on ‘Rack City’. Saturday’s second go was a little more eventful as Pozzobon got into a bit of a wreck and

was bucked off at the 7.3 second mark. He sustained a mild concussion from the very hard landing. With the finals that same night scheduled for just one half-hour after his fall, Pozzobon was withheld from competing. “He qualified for the short go, but BFT officials wouldn’t let him ride just for precautionary reasons,” explained Ty’s mom, Leanne. “He felt good afterwards, and remembered everything,” she added. “If he wasn’t feeling good, he wouldn’t have got on Sunday [in Armstrong].” Next up for Pozzobon, who has moved up to 13th place in the World standings, are two more Built Ford Tough stops - in Nashville this coming weekend and in Springfield, Missouri Sept. 14-16.

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Inn. Sept. 12, Dalyce Brandt, (Sharp Image Consulting), “MidLife Reboot- Women Fully Living their Act III”. RSVP by emailing: manager@merrittchamber.com or call 250-378-5634. NV THERAPY GARAGE SALE FUNDRAISER Saturday, Sept. 8 at 1520 Bann St. from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. NV THERAPY ‘BARON OF BEEF’ FUNDRAISER Dinner with silent auction and loonie auction at Lower Nicola Community Hall on Saturday, Sept. 29. Doors open at 5 p.m. dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets available through any NFT staff or board member or by calling 378-9222. TERRY FOX RUN 2012 31st Annual Terry Fox Run will be on Sunday, Sept. 16 at Voght Park at 10 a.m. Pledge sheets on-line. Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Merritt Sunrise. BC COACHES WEEK Sept. 15-22, 2012. Merritt events include a Coaches Social (potluck, meet and greet,

and guest speakers) at the Civic Centre on Thurs., Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. Contact Colleen Mullin at 315-1075 for info. on workshops. NICOLA VALLEY FILM SOCIETY Monday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the NVIT Lecture Theatre Showing “Salmon Fishing in the Yemen”, rated: PG. Call 3783974 for more info. HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR On Saturday, Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. the 2nd annual Health and Wellness Fair will be held on the Baillie House grounds. It’s a free event featuring health and wellness practitioners and services showcased. Come and see what our community has to offer. If you would like to be part of the fair contact Sharyl Johnson 250-378-5385 or Maryann Bowles 250378-0828. GARLIC FESTIVAL Pete and Becky Ratzlaff are looking for vendors who grow and produce products or fresh garlic, to participate in their garlic

festival and antique tractor show at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola Sept. 29 & 30. For more information call Becky or Pete at 250-378-4199. OKTOBERFEST Knights of Columbus are hosting “Oktoberfest”, Friday, Sept. 28, 2012. Please contact Lea Mack at 378-1848 or Dick Kitsch 3784572for more information. MOTORCYCLE TOY RUN Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012. Bikes will be leaving Lower Nicola from The Abby Pub parking lot at 11 a.m. and proceeding to Rotary Park in Merritt. This event is to collect donations and toys for The Merritt & District Food Bank and The Merritt Bread Basket. Lunch by donation, 50/50 draw, and prizes for various categories are planned. Everyone welcome! MERRITT LAWN BOWLING ASSOCIATION Join us on the lawn behind the Desert Inn on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 7 p.m. Call 250-378-

2950 for more information. MERRITT COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Friday, Nov. 23 and Saturday, Nov. 24. Applications for tables and information call Charlotte 378-2290. BETA SIGMA PHI Beta Sigma Phi Christmas Fair Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012. For Tables call: Diane 378-6925 or Debbie 378-5538. FETAL ALCOHOL Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day event at Rotary Park. Sunday, Sept. 9 from 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We will be having a free pancake breakfast and info booths with child friendly activities to raise awareness about the leading cause of developmental delay in Canada. JUNIOR CHOIR For children aged 6 to 14 years who like to sing! Variety of music will be sung. For more info. call Linda at 250-378-4528 or Sharon at 250-3151305.

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church 2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911 Service Time: Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship in St. Michael's Church • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

Seventh Day Adventist Church 2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-4061 Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church 1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 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 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 Community Choir Mondays - 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899 Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays - 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 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. 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 Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays - 7 to 8:45 p.m. 2025 Granite Ave - 250-280-4040 Lower Nicola Community Hall Card Games - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Call 250-378-9545 or 378-4732 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 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’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. 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. 250-378-4172 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 One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays - 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775 Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month

7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Sept. 6 - Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012 Thurs., Sept. 6

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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 Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays - 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539 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 250-378-5855 Valley Visual Artists General club information contact: Bev Veale at 250-378-6001 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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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilﬁeld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

Front Ofﬁce Clerk req’d. Sal: $13.00/hr. 40hrs/wk. 1yr. exp. req’d. Duties; Maintain inventory of vacancies, reservations & room assignments. Record sheets, guest accounts, receipts and vouchers. Register guests and assign rooms. Respond to enquiries and complaints. Issue statements of charges and receive payments. Language: English. Contact Hero from Vinayak Investments (Motel) at Merritt, BC. Apply at knightsinnmerritt @shaw.ca or by fax (1)(250) 378-9277

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Employment Help Wanted R.M.S. Holdings Ltd (Bob’s Mini Mart) in Merritt, B.C is currently looking for a full time cook. Having specialized in cooking and preparing complete range of Indian style food including: curries, veggie dishes and other traditional dishes. Salary $13/hour, 40 hrs/ week, room and board provided and applicants must have 3 to 5 years experience in Indian cooking. Workplace language is Punjabi but applicants must have basic English reading and speaking abilities. Please email resumes to bobminimart@gmail.com

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Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430

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ANNOUCEMENT Anniversaries Anniversaries SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

BOARD MEETING Please note, the Àrst Regular meeting of the Board of Education for School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) will be held in the Merritt board room on September 12, 2012 beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Obituaries

Obituaries Merritt & District

Hospice Society Helping Children with Funerals and Grieving

We have a number of books and brochures to assist you in helping children understand and express their feelings. Visit our Library Tues. 9 a.m. - Noon

c/o 3451 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. V1K 1C6 Contact: 250-280-4040

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P/T Administrative Assistant Req’d.

Tuesday thru Saturday The successful candidate would be a reliable selfstarter who takes pride in their work, and thrives within a team environment.

• Accounts Payable • Reception Duties • Database entry Prior experience is not necessary. Training provided. Please send resume to: jleech@murraygmmerritt.com or apply in person.

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CLASS 1 DRIVER N.M.V. Lumber Ltd. requires immediately an experienced and dependable Class 1 driver for their Áat deck, super-B trucks. Winter hwy driving experience is an asset. We provide steady week day work hauling lumber within the Interior and Lower Mainland with the option of long haul trips. Please deliver your resume and abstract in person to 2770 Pooley Avenue or via fax to 250-378-5820.

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or apply in person.

Employment Opportunity VSA Highway Maintenance Ltd. is now accepting applications for Professional Drivers to operate snowplowing equipment with an assortment of attachments for the upcoming 2012 / 2013 winter season. VSA provides highway maintenance services in Merritt, Logan Lake, Lytton and surrounding areas (Service Area 14). A valid BC Drivers License, minimum Class 3 with Air is required.

PERMANENT FULL-TIME LANDSCAPER Arnica Contracting Inc. is looking for a PERMANENT FULL-TIME LANDSCAPER to join their team of professionals. The ideal candidate must be mature and able to work unsupervised. They will have experience working with Alan Block, Paving Stones, Irrigation Installation and Repair and Landscape Experience. MUST HAVE: • Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence with a clean driving abstract.

Resumes including driver’s abstracts may be mailed, faxed or delivered by September 20, 2012. Attention: Derek Kitamura VSA Highway Maintenance 2925 Pooley Avenue, Merritt, BC V1K 1C2 (250) 315-0169 (fax)

SCW’EXMX CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY

(1) FULL-TIME CHILD PROTECTION WORKER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Objective: The Child Protection worker strives to ensure the safety and well-being of children while helping to preserve the family unit, assessing preventative support and maintenance programs to preserve families where possible. This position is to provide strong leadership in advocating rights and jurisdiction of those family units. Requirements: • BSW and at least 3 years related experience • Must have or be eligible C6 Delegation under the provincial children protection legislation • Interviewing and needs assessment skills • Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral • Knowledge of local First Nations customs and culture an asset • Must have a valid BC driver’s license and reliable transportation Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience Deadline for submitting applications: September 21, 2012 – 4:30 p.m. For full job description contact SCFSS.

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Please Respond To Saxon Peters At 250-315-5074

Job Posting Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society (1) Full-time

Family Preservation Worker Objective: The Family Preservation Worker delivers quality support services that focus on family and cultural values. The Family Preservation Worker’s goal is to preserve family units by assisting with the development and implementation of a safety plan. This position will provide strong leadership in advocating the rights and jurisdiction of those family units. Requirements: • Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Social Work or related field. • Child protection delegation and experience an asset. • Knowledge of family and child protection legislation • Interviewing and needs assessment skills • Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral • Knowledge of local First Nations customs and culture an asset • Must have a valid BC driver’s license and reliable transportation • Must be able to pass a Criminal Record Check • Preference will be given to, but not limited to, First Nation Applicants Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience Deadline for submitting applications: September 28, 2012 @ 4:30 pm For full job description contact SCFSS.

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume in a sealed envelope Attn: Yvonne Hare, Executive Director Scw’exmx Child & Family Service Society 85 Highway 8, Merritt, B.C. V1K 0A7 Tel: (250) 378-2771 • Fax: (250) 378-2799

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume by Mail, Fax or E-mail Attn: Yvonne Hare, Executive Director Scw’exmx Child & Family Service Society 85 Highway 8, Merritt, B.C. V1K 0A7 Tel: (250) 378-2771 • Fax: (250) 378-2799 reception@scwexmx.com

Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualiﬁed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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