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Fiery crash kills 2 on 5A A ‘20-hectare’ fire resulted from the massive accident By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD
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The City of Merritt’s newest council member, Kurt Christopherson, signs the Declaration of Oath of Office as he is sworn in as the replacement for ex-councillor Norm Brigden at Tuesday’s council meeting. Christopherson tallied 399 votes in September’s byelection, nearly doubling his closest competitor. Phillip Woolgar/Herald
Most Merritt municipal leaders support pot decriminalization By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD
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After the recent Union of B.C. Municipalities convention vote to support decriminalizing marijuana, Merritt Mayor Susan Roline and the majority of councillors said they back the idea. Roline returned to Merritt last week after the four-day convention in Victoria from Sept. 24 to 28, where the union voted in favour of a resolution to decriminalize pot. “I think we’re spending far too much money in our province on people with simple possession, people who are growing for their own
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it, such as what the case is now.” Three of the five Merritt councillors who attended the UBCM voted in favour of the resolution. Coun. Alastair Murdoch said his decision to support decriminalization was easy. “I’ve been opposed to marijuana criminalization for I don’t know how long,” he said. “I told [ex-premier Gordon Campbell] to his face one time that it’s a war they could never win, so why are they throwing their money at it. I don’t think he was overly impressed. “We are wasting money and destroying lives with the approach we have now.”
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The City of Merritt won four blooms at the ninth annual B.C. Communities in Bloom awards in Kelowna on Sept. 22, which is the second-highest designation from the urban landscaping organization. “They base it on about seven different criteria,� Merritt’s Communities in Bloom Committee Chair Shelley Sanders said. “It’s about forestry, landscaping, how you preserve your history, and that type of thing, [such as] how economically and environmentally sustainable the community is and what are they doing to achieve that.� Communities across the province compete for prizes in eight categories, including tidiness and community involvement. Two judges from the provincial CIB committee spend a day and a half touring each community before awarding an overall “bloom� rating from one to five.
The organization recognizes the economic and environmental impact of visually appealing landscaping. “The main reason we’re doing this is to get people more interested in taking pride, keeping clean, and becoming more aware of water conservation and environmental issues,� Sanders said. “If you’re going to plant flowers, plant something that’s right for our semi-arid climate. But we don’t want this to just be a spring or summer project, we want it to be year-round.� Sanders said Merritt has entered non-competitively before, but this is the first year the city has been judged under the committee she heads. Each committee member was responsible for one criteria of CIB’s eight, and Sanders’ landscaping project, the DeWolf Way Enhancement, was recognized in CIB’s September newsletter. Merritt took the top prize in the floral displays category, and the Baillie
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House received special mention in the overall category. “To me [the award] shows recognition of the community support that has enabled the Baillie House to keep in opera-
tion,� Baillie House manager and CIB committee member Sandy Curnow said. “When this place was going to be torn down and dismantled, there was a petition and protest in the street. It’s a
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City brings other issues to UBCM From Page 1 “I feel like if you were caught with just a little bit, it could ruin your life,� he said. “That’s not the way to go.� Coun. Kurt Christopherson, who was sworn in as the newest member of council on Tuesday due to the resignation of Norm Brigden, didn’t attend the UBCM. He said he would need to hear the debate before making a decision. “One of the arguments is that it will be good to get it out of the hands of criminals,� he said. “But unlike alcohol, I don’t think there’s a way of testing it to make sure someone isn’t impaired.�
Coun. Dave Baker said he attended a three-hour marijuana decriminalization debate before voting “yes.� Coun. Clara Norgaard voted against the resolution. Other Issues The UBCM wasn’t entirely focused on the pot debate. Merritt’s mayor and councillors put forward two ideas — one was to encourage government to create a permanent cold-weather shelter program. “This provides people the opportunity to stay overnight when it is too cold outside,� Roline explained. The B.C. government funded the shelter program for two years in Merritt before the
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money was pulled last year because it was determined that the shelter wasn’t used enough. “They were going to have it on a case-by-case basis and the RCMP looked after that,� she said. “If they found someone who was outside and cold, they would take them to a local motel or that person could go to the police station and then be taken to a local motel.� But she said the program wasn’t working and so the City of Merritt put $2,500 aside for social programs, which was eventually dedicated to a shelter. With those funds and other money that the Community Policing Office raised, the City was able to open a shelter last year.
“The amount of people that used that shelter was huge, so we feel there is a need for that type of shelter as long as it’s in the right place and open during the right hours,� Roline said. The other idea presented by Merritt’s council called to find new revenue streams for municipalities. “We asked for a portion of the sales tax,� Roline said. “This would be a more stable source of known funding.� The funding could be dedicated to projects such as the winter shelter. Each of the ideas went through at the UBCM without being pulled, which means they will be considered by the B.C. government.
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City renews operating agreement with Claybanks RV Park after the day-to-day operations of the park, effects minor repairs and improvements, general maintenance, security, hydro costs and general guest services. The operator maintains their own residence onsite. Under the current agreement, if the park operators change, the new operators or the City must purchase the residence at the market value, (2011 appraisal was $48,000). The proposal from Holiday Trails Resort does not include the purchase of the operator’s residence. It is forecast that the City would need to continue to provide annual capital funding for ongoing upgrades to the RV Park to ensure that it continues to meet the expected standard of RV and camping travellers. Option 1 That the City renews the current operating agreement with Jack and Rosemary McNeil for a two-year period, Jan. 1, 2013, to Dec. 31, 2014.
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by the operator for the City. Holiday Trails would honour all bookings at the current quoted rates for 2013. The cost would be approximately $1,500 plus $175 per month for a service charge. B.C. Parks currently charges $5 per dump at their sani-stations. Holiday Trails Resorts would contribute between $6,000 and $10,000 per year towards capital improvement for the RV Park. The City currently has a management operating agreement with Jack and Rosemary McNeil. Under the management agreement, the City is responsible for all capital improvements, setting the park fees, all costs for repairs and improvements to the facility in excess of $250, 80 per cent of all advertising costs and 100 per cent of costs for providing water, sewer and garbage services. In addition, the City does not collect taxes on the property. The operator looks
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The management operating agreement for the Claybanks RV Park is expiring at the end of 2012. The City had recently completed an RFP based on a 10-year lease for the operation of the RV Park. One proposal was received from Happy Trails Resorts, based out of Bridal Falls, B.C. Council requested further information and clarification from the proponents, which has now been received. In addition, the City is in receipt of a separate proposal from the existing operators to continue to operate the park as is, for a further three years. The City is now in the position whereby it needs to determine whether it wants to negotiate with Happy Trails Resort under a 10-year lease agreement, or if it wishes to continue the operating agreement under the current management contract. The Claybanks RV Park consists of 55 sites with eight of those being winterized to allow for year-round operations. The park normally operates for about seven months per year as a tourist RV Park, with eight winterized sites allowing the park to open for winter tourists and seasonal
workers. The City recently undertook an RFP process to solicit proposals for operating under a 10-year lease arrangements agreement. A total of one RFP was received. Holiday Trails Resorts currently owns, leases or operates a total of 12 RV parks/campgrounds in B.C., Alberta and Washington State. Holiday Trails Resorts presented their RFP to council earlier in September. Subsequent to their presentation, council had requested further information in regards to their RFP, and the current operations surrounding the Claybanks RV Park. The following information is provided in response to council’s request: Overall occupancy rates at Claybanks for 2011 were approximately 45 per cent. Claybanks does not show up on the current tax exemptions list. Taxes are not charged to the property as it is City-owned, and is being managed
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Couple maced and more in this week’s excerpt www.merrittherald.com Man Sentenced to 30 Days On Sept. 23, RCMP were alerted by a citizen that Soloman Dick was breaching his courtimposed conditions. Dick was located and arrested by police. He was held in custody and appeared in Provincial Court on Sept. 24, where he pled guilty. He was sentenced to 30 days jail and was allowed to serve this sentence intermittently. Pair Maced On Oct. 2 at approximately 9 p.m., RCMP members were flagged down by a distraught female in the 1900 Block of Voght Street. The female advised that herself and her boyfriend were “maced” by an unknown male near the DD Motel 15 minutes previous. The male suspect was described as being Caucasian, early 20s, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, slim build, wearing a black hoody, black pants, and with a black bag. The suspect was last seen on foot going east bound on Granite Avenue behind the DD Motel. Both victims were treated by Fire Rescue and BC Ambulance for pepper spray contamination to their faces and eyes. Both were transported to the Merritt Hospital by BC Ambulance where they were treated and released. Police are still investigating and are asking any witnesses or anyone who might have knowledge of this incident to call the local detachment or Crimestoppers. Stolen Vehicle Sometime overnight on Sept. 20, a Blue 1989 GMC four-wheel drive pick-up truck was stolen from the 2400 Block of Coldwater Avenue. If anyone has any information they are asked to call the Merritt Detachment or Crimestoppers. Vandalized Vehicle Sometime around Sept. 15, a log loader
was damaged by unknown suspects off the Lumbum Road Exit Forest Service Road. Damage is estimated to be over $20,000. If anyone has any information, they are asked to call the Merritt Detachment or Crimestoppers. Attempted Break-in Sometime during the day on Sept. 21, unknown suspect(s) attempted to break into a residence in the 1300 Block of Quilchena Avenue. Entry was not gained and advice was given to the homeowner on a variety of ways to protect the property. Police are asking neighbours to be vigilant of who is in their neighbourhoods and to report any suspicious activity. If anyone has any information about this attempted break-and-enter, they
are asked to call the Merritt Detachment or Crimestoppers. Open Liquor While on patrol in the downtown core on Sept. 22, police observed two males in Spirit Square with open liquor. Upon speaking with the two local men, police located more liquor, a quantity of marijuana, pipes and a grinder. Both men were arrested and later released from custody. The liquor, drugs and drug paraphernalia were seized — the investigation is continuing. Attempted Break-in On Sept. 23 at approximately 1 a.m., an attempted breakand-enter was reported to have occurred at Aspen Planners Ltd. on Quilchena Avenue. A male, described as a
slim native wearing a black shirt, blue jeans and a black baseball hat was observed getting out of a black Nissan Sedan. The male picked up a manhole cover and threw the manhole cover against the main door. Entry was not gained into the building and the male was scared off. While police were investigating this file, another employee advised police that there were two males trying to take copper wire on the east end of the property. Police immediately drove to the location and caught both males. The men, a 20 and a 24-year-old from Merritt were arrested and later released from custody. Both are facing Criminal Code charges for theft and they are scheduled to appear in Provincial Court in December.
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CHRIS FOULDS Kamloops THIS WEEK Those who wish to retain the status quo, who wish to retain the abysmal failure that is the war on drugs (and, in particular, marijuana) have pointed to the Canada/U.S. dilemma. That is, prohibition proponents — in reacting to last week’s Union of B.C. Municipalities resolution to pressure the federal government to decriminalize pot — are quick to note the U.S. will not follow suit if Canada does decriminalize marijuana. Therefore, argue the prohibitionists, gangsters in Canada will still make obscene amounts of money and violence will still rage as they continue to try to get B.C. bud south of the border. Perhaps. But that’s what is happening now. If marijuana was decriminalized in Canada, that may continue — but many positives would emerge. Decriminalization would at least stop making criminals out of law-abiding Canadian citizens for having the audacity to
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enjoy smoking a joint. The fact that it is deemed illegal for one to smoke a joint, yet deemed legal for one to smoke a cigarette or drink a beer or pop a pill, is ludicrous. Decriminalization would at least lessen the burden placed on police departments, who spend far too much time and far too much money enforcing a law that is as nonsensical as prohibition of alcohol was in the 1920s. Decriminalization would at least give government the opportunity to begin to regulate marijuana sales, with the ultimate aim being to regulate, sell and tax the product in the same manner as government now regulates, sells and taxes alcohol. It won’t be easy, but it can be done, step by step, until the product is of a high-enough quality and low-enough cost to
render grow-ops and dealers obsolete. Don’t think so? How many illegal moonshine stills have the Kamloops RCMP busted lately? If the Conservative government believes in marijuana prohibition, why does it not believe in prohibition of tobacco or alcohol? Then there is the health argument. Smoking pot is not good for you. No, it is not — lighting anything and inhaling its toxic smoke into your lungs rarely is. However, if we are to go down that road and base the legality of a substance on its health effects, then we must ban alcohol, which kills more people each year than all other drugs combined. We must ban cigarettes. We
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YOUR OPINION Questions surround question period
DAN ALBAS View from the HILL As the House of Commons is currently on the Thanksgiving break week until Oct. 15, there is one area of Parliamentary business that I have yet to discuss in my weekly reports and that is the infamous “Question Period.” It is challenging to try to summarize question period in a logical manner, given that the parliamentary procedure involved for question period does not, in my view, follow a logical path. Question period is undeniably an important part of our democratic process. However, it is also a function where many elected members can often demonstrate some of their worst behaviour right at the moment when most of the Canadian public (through the media) are paying utmost attention. The end result often gives members of the public a rather jaded view (to put it mildly) on how our governance is conducted on Parliament Hill. From my perspective, it is not only members of the public who are frustrated by “QP” (as it is often referred to as) but it can also be equally as trying from the standpoint of a Member of Parliament. Is there method to this madness? It is important
to recognize that question period is largely for the benefit of the Opposition to raise issues of importance and to hold the government accountable, at least in theory. However, the rules governing question period are not set by the Opposition, but rather by parliamentary precedence and while the rules have slowly evolved over many decades, I am likely not alone to question if further reform is an idea worthy of investigation. As it currently stands, question period occurs for 45 minutes each day the House is in session — generally starting at 2:15 p.m. in Ottawa every day (save for Friday when it occurs at 11:15 a.m.). Parliamentary procedure generally dictates the question order and what parties, including independents, follow in the order of question allotments. Parties also have control over who asks questions within the allotment they are provided, much as the government decides who responds. The biggest challenge to question period that many in the public are unaware of is that questions and answers are time limited. Currently, the amount of time a Member of Parliament is allowed to ask a question is 35 seconds. Likewise, for a member on the government side of the House, 35 seconds is the time limit for a response. Members can at times ask a supplemental. However, it is again subject to the same 35 seconds as is the response from gov-
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Why is Albas cutting food inspection? Dear editor: In June, MP Dan Albas chose to make significant cuts to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency by voting in favour of the Conservative omnibus budget bill. Liberals voted against these cuts because Canadians deserve to feel confident that their food supply is protected just as our farmers and ranchers deserve safe and stable business. Unfortunately, these cuts went ahead and undetected E. coli contamination at the XL Foods facility in Brooks, Alta., led to the largest meat recall in Canadian history, spanning all the provinces and territories, plus 41 states. Alarmingly, the outbreak was first detected by U.S. food inspectors, not CFIA, and it took over two ernment. While it is possible to ask a meaningful question in 35 seconds, I am certain most would agree that when it comes to governance, very few answers can be given in such a short timeframe. As a result, questions often become comments or statements and the responses follow a similar pattern — all, of course, with a very political theme. Typically, the 35 seconds ends up being utilized as an effort to score
weeks for the first recall to be issued. At least 10 people have fallen ill. Conservative messaging that everything is fine is cold comfort to those who are sick or were exposed to E. coli. Canadians expected the government to heed the lessons of the 2008 listeriosis crisis, which left 22 dead and 35 others gravely ill. Yet the comprehensive audit of our food safety system recommended by an independent review has yet to occur four years later. Not only a terrible human tragedy, this may turn out to be the worst crisis in our beef industry since the discovery of BSE, or mad cow disease, in 2003, which led to an immediate worldwide ban on all Canadian beef exports. Our cattlemen and food
political points with quickly delivered commentary that often is more frequently evaluated by the performance of the orator than the actual content. In many ways, it is not unlike stand-up political theatre. However, in real terms, it only occupies a small portion of the parliamentary day and effectively overshadows the more important work that occurs in parliamentary committees and during debate on bills. Generally, there is
processors are at risk of another financial body blow, yet the Conservatives have just cut farm risk management programs, Agri Stability and Agri Invest. Why is Mr. Albas cutting support for farmers in crisis? Why is he supporting cuts that remove vital resources from food safety professionals and creating a space where the industry is responsible for more and more of its selfregulation? Waiting for Canadians to get sick is not a food safety strategy. Liberals support our scientists and professionals who are on the front line of food safety and call on Mr. Albas to do the same. Frank Valeriote, MP Liberal Party Critic for Agriculture and Agri-Food
far less attention on parliamentary committees and debate unless an individual MP or group of MPs use profanity or otherwise submit offensive remarks. In such cases, it becomes more newsworthy. Fortunately, I can confirm that parliamentary committee work is generally far more productive and, unlike question period, there is typically much more respect and stronger working relationships between members from all sides of the
House. While I do not expect question period to change any time soon, it is important to recognize that although it often dominates the media spotlight, the 45 minutes of 35-second questions and answers is only a small part of what occurs on a daily basis in Ottawa. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla and can be reached at dan. albas@parl.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-665-8711.
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For comedian Lorne Elliott, Merritt doesn’t just represent the first stop on his latest tour, The Upside of the Downturn — it represents the chance to fulfill a life goal. “I want my face on the walls like all those other country stars,” Elliott said over the phone from Quebec. “It’s one of my ambitions in life.” But whether or not he gets his portrait painted, Elliott will perform his one-man show using a mixture of traditional standup, monologues and original songs at the Merritt Civic Centre tomorrow (Friday). The show includes the premiere of new material. “I just wrote a monologue about burning toast. I’ll try it for the first time in Merritt, actually, so listen for that one,” Elliott said. The Hudson, Que., native started his career in 1974 performing as a folk musician in Canada’s East Coast. He then turned his focus to comedy, and his live show gained momentum through the long-running CBC Radio show “Madly Off in All Directions,”
which was hosted by Elliott and featured clips of his standup from across the country, and through the Montreal “Just for Laughs Comedy Festival,” at which Elliott performed regularly between 1986 and 1996. He has also released five discs, opened for Jay Leno and Rodney Dangerfield, and he has taken his act overseas. “I’ve been on stage doing this nonsense for more than 30 years, and I really love being on stage now, so it’s not for me to say [the audience will] enjoy the show, but I certainly will,” Elliott said. “By this time, if I don’t know how to give the audience at least their money’s worth, I should’ve given up long ago.” Elliott will take his act on this tour to Salmon Arm, Vernon and Sidney, among other cities in the Interior. “The Interior has the best food in the world for one thing,” Elliot said. “The countryside is just dropdead gorgeous, and the people are great — what else could you want?” Elliott’s talents extend behind the
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scenes as well. As a playwright, he has written, produced and starred in five plays, and his next musical, Jamie Roswell Lives, has just been shortlisted for a Playwrights Guild prize. The award, which goes to a new musical that hasn’t yet premiered, will be awarded in Mississauga, Ont., on Oct. 22. Elliott said he will work on the play over the winter to prepare for its spring premiere, whether or not it receives the $5,000 prize, and he said he has just finished two novels, one of which has already been picked up by a publisher.
So what keeps Elliott creating after three decades as a multimedia comedic force? “There’s just nothing like being in front of an audience,” he said. “You cannot be but at your best in front of a room full of people who’ve paid to see you be at your best. I’m so honoured really to be in a job where, if you do it right, people stand up and applaud you for a day’s work.” The show is the kickoff to the 2012-13 Community Concert Series presented by the Nicola Valley Arts Council. Tickets are $22 or $17 for students and seniors.
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A fond farewell to one man’s best friend OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN On Tuesday morning (Oct. 2, 2012) my loyal friend and companion for over 16 years passed away. Gazu, a Rottweiler/Labrador mix, had not an easy start in life. When I adopted him, then about one year old, from a pet shelter in Montreal, Que., he already had two previous owners that abused him badly. I learned that Gazu was destined to be euthanized because of the many behavioural problems he sustained from
his abusers. Because of that, I was at first denied adoption. However, when the manager at the shelter found out that I am a professional animal trainer and behaviourist, he agreed with the adoption. My immediate concern at the time was not about Gazu’s behavioural problems. Having dealt with a fair number of animals with such issues, I was sure I could cure him. My concern was what my other “pets,” 16 tigers, would think of this new addition. Training, performing and caring for the tigers took up many hours of my day and Gazu would have to fit into that schedule. Gazu quickly adapted to his new life and surroundings and within two weeks we had a very close relationship and he slowly started to develop
the outgoing and friend- wife, two years after I got Gazu. My guess is ly character that would he suffered a brief case become the hallmark of jealousy. However, it of his entire life. The only took him a short most difficult part was time to realize that he taking his fear of travel did not have to “lose from him. In his past, out” and instead, he a trip in a car signified gained another friend yet another drive to the and quickly adopted dog shelter, but once Heidi as part of “his he realized that this family.” Gazu liked makwas not the case with me he started to enjoy travelling to new places all around Canada and America with me and the tigers. Later, Gazu travelled with us by airplane and ship to China and Brazil. Wherever we travelled in the world, Gazu’s outgoing and enthusiastic nature made him friends, even in China where people are generally afraid of large dogs. The only time Gazu showed any sign of slight Gazu, Heidi and I posing for a displeasure was when picture in China. Heidi Koehler/ I met Heidi, my future submitted
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DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY When it comes to charitable giving, Canadians are among the best in the world. According to Statistics Canada, 5.7 million Canadians reported making a charitable donation in 2010 for a total of just under $8.3 billion, according to Statistics Canada. The simplest giving strategy is a cash donation but that may not be the best strategy for you. One strategy that can not only help the charitable organization but also help the donor to save on taxes, is the gifting strategy of donating publicly traded securities. Donating publiclytraded securities (such as shares or mutual fund units) directly to a charity is more tax-efficient than selling the securities and donating the cash proceeds. If you sell shares or
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With its original, century-old stained glass windows, things may look the same at Merritt’s historic Trinity United Church, but inside, a new minister will be delivering sermons on the first two Sundays of each month. The church held an open house in Rev. Nick Judson’s honour just hours after he moved into his Merritt apartment with wife Maria. Judson comes to Merritt from Princeton where he was a minister splitting his time between Princeton and Keremeos, but after his arrangement with the Keremeos church didn’t work out, he says he’s looking forward to trying a new arrangement in Merritt. Judson said his transition to the city has been smooth. “With this model, I’ll be living in both places,” Judson said. “From the theoretical point of view, [Princeton and Merritt] have a lot in common, with mining, forestry, ranching, and their history. When I put out the feelers to Merritt to see if they were interested in talking to Princeton, there was a lot of kindness and generosity that I experienced. While that’s not unique
in church situations, I was quite touched by how caring they were right off the bat.” Judson originally comes from Britain, where his desire to join the ministry began. “I come from a church family,” he said. “My father was an ordained minister in Britain, so the desire to join the ministry began in my teens, but I ended up meeting my wife and emigrating to Canada and gave up on that. As many immigrants do, you sort of do what you need to get by.” It wasn’t until 2005, when Judson was in his late 40s and his children were grown and moved out, that Judson decided to leave his 20 year banking career to start training at the Vancouver School of Theology. He became a minister in 2009 and spent two years working in small communities in Saskatchewan before heading west to Keremeos and Princeton. “I was quite sold on small communities in Saskatchewan — much smaller,” he said. “One or two hundred people. I’ve had my time working there, and now I’m very happy about living in this area. I think people are prepared to spend time being personable. There are interesting stories here.”
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Ask yourself where symptoms come from Identifying the cause of back pain is the key to properly treating it
DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN In a chiropractic clinic, we see people with all sorts of problems. A typical day includes seeing patients who have problems with one or more joints, nerves, muscles, ligaments, tendons or bursae. The number of different ways people have discovered to injure themselves is quite mind-boggling. However, the thing that still surprises me the most is that many of the new patients entering our office are only looking for relief of their pain or other symptoms — especially if the pain is interfering with whatever it is they like to do the most (such as golfing). A majority of them have tried the typically prescribed drugs (medications such as anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxers, pain-killers and even Valium) without any long-term relief. They have still not realized that if the treatment or medication they were given previously only addressed the symptoms of the problem (inflammation, pain, muscle spasm), it was no wonder that these symptoms simply returned
once the treatment or medication was discontinued. Frustrated, these new patients enter my office hoping that I might have a simple solution that will allow them to return to their painfree lifestyle as soon as possible. Often to their disappointment, I have to inform them that there is rarely a “quick-fix” for any problem. If that doesn’t upset them, they usually are once I tell them that it is more important to identify and treat the actual cause of their problem than it is to temporarily relieve the pain or symptoms. That is the goal in our office. Instead of trying to find a new and quick way of eliminating their pain, we find out what needs to be treated in order to correct the actual problem. As well, we need to identify what needs to be changed in their lifestyle to prevent the problem from coming back. I will try to give you a couple of examples. You have headaches Tylenol relieves them but they keep coming back. Instead of wondering what pill to try next, consider the following: Have you tried to identify exactly what is causing the headaches or have you just been trying to eliminate the pain?
“Have you figured out what exactly is wrong with your back instead of just trying to eliminate the symptoms?” — DR. COLIN GAGE Is your poor posture putting physical stress on your neck joints and muscles, causing headaches? How long do you spend sitting in front of a computer or television each day? Is your television or computer monitor positioned so that you do not have to move your head left or right, up or down? Are you taking any other medications that may cause headaches as a side effect? Ask your pharmacist. Have you experienced any trauma (car accident or fall) to your neck that may now be causing irritation of the nerves in your neck? This will result in spasm of the neck muscles and lead to tension headaches. Do you do any stretching or strengthening exercises for your neck? If your answer is no, you should almost expect the joints and muscles to become stiff and tight, eventually causing headaches. How much emotional stress are you experiencing at home or work? Higher levels of this will definitely cause headaches. You have chronic bouts of low back pain The painkiller and
muscle relaxer medications you were prescribed help only as long as you continue to take them. As well, they cause stomach upset and constipation. Does this sound like you? What are your answers to the following questions? Have you figured out what exactly is wrong with your back instead of just trying to eliminate the symptoms? Do you have poor muscle flexibility and/ or joint mobility in your back, hips, or legs that will make you prone to low back injuries? Are you putting extra pressure on your low back every day by being overweight? Are you exercising enough each day to burn more calories than you eat in order to lose that extra weight? How much regular stretching and strengthening do you do for your back muscles? Do you have problems with the arches in your feet that may have secondary effects on your low back? If you have headaches or chronic low back pain, it is likely you may be slightly disappointed with your own answers to the above questions.
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If that is your case, see a chiropractor so he or she can identify your actual problem and become your own personal coach on how to prevent it from returning. Solutions to many of these questions have already been discussed in past articles. They are all available on our website (merrittchiro.com) under the “weekly articles” and “free stretches and exercises” sections. Nicola Valley Chiropractic 2076A Granite Ave. P.O. Box 909 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Ph: (250) 378-5456 Email: info@merrittchiro. com Website: www.merrittchiro.com
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Giving thanks every day BARRIE OGDEN BARRIE’S BANTER Our Thanksgiving weekend may be over but I like to think that, in Logan Lake, we get to celebrate Thanksgiving every day. Although I believe I was thankful for many things when I lived in Kamloops, moving to Logan Lake in August 2006 made it much easier to see and identify the community blessings that exist here. So, hold my hand while I walk the path of Logan Lake Thanksgiving and
I’ll start with “our” Mayor and members of Council. While we don’t always agree and/or support their actions, I think we have to recognize they’re a team working together for the well-being of the community. And, I admit to being a District Staff “cheerleader” — whether it’s having our roads and sidewalks cleared quickly following snow storms, caring for our beautiful community park spaces as well as the campgrounds, our administrative personnel who address questions/concerns in a prompt and helpful manner or our Rec. Centre staff who care for the building and the many community groups and the events which are hosted there. And, let’s all celebrate
the ongoing work on the trail which, hopefully one day, will encircle the lake making it a welcomed community addition for those with walkers and in wheelchairs who want to remain active while enjoying the beauty of nature. Logan Lakers have the freedom to worship at their church of choice and, given the politics and horrors happening in countries such as Syria, Libya and Afghanistan, this is yet another reason to offer thanksgiving. And now, let’s offer thanks for the groups and organizations which, together, enrich our quality of life and my “off-the-top-of-myhead” list includes at least 21 community jewels which contribute to the co-operative
spirit of Logan Lake. How about celebrating the fact that we have a Health Centre, a doctor and his excellent receptionist, May; Carol, who “mans” the phones and looks after us when we show up with health concerns; or our caring, knowledgeable health-care team of Bonnie, Jenny, and Jocelyn; Wendy, who looks after our lab work needs; or Helen who looks after our X-ray needs; our mental health workers Doris and Shirley, and the special people whose work keeping the Centre neat and tidy largely goes unnoticed and unappreciated? What about “our” principal and the members of her staff at both schools who, together with the PAC team, work diligently to pro-
vide a positive learning experience for Logan Lake youth? And, while some people will never have anything good to say about the RCMP, my experience with these officers and their boss, Joy, has always been positive and I think Logan Lake is so fortunate to have individuals who, when they aren’t wearing their “business” faces, are friendly and approachable. And, when things such as the destruction of lamp standards outside the Black Bull happens, it’s not us who responds to the cry for help. So, when you’re absolutely sick and tired of holiday weekend leftovers, just remember most of us have an abundance of food — another reason for every day thanksgiving.
District of Logan Lake council briefs The following is a summary from an excerpt from the District of Logan Lake Council Agenda A bylaw to exempt certain properties in the District of Logan Lake from taxation for the calendar year 2013. Whereas pursuant to Section 224 of the Community Charter, council may, by bylaw, exempt land or improvements, or both, from taxation under section 197 (1) of the Community Charter. Now, therefore, the Council of the District of Logan Lake, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows: This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as the “District of Logan Lake Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 726, 2012.” The following properties as permitted under section 224 (i) of the Community
Charter, lying within the boundaries of the District of Logan Lake: Plan 40458 DL: 26, Kamloops Division Yale District, PT Leased for Golf Club, used for the purpose of a Golf Course for public recreational purposes shall be exempt in total from taxation for General Municipal Purposes, Municipal Debt, Regional District Hospital and Regional District for the 2013 assessment roll; Kamloops Division Yale District, License 337174, South Forge Mountain, used for the purpose of a Television Repeater Station (Logan Lake Recreational Society) for public recreational purposes shall be exempt in total from taxation for General Municipal Purposes, Municipal Debt, Regional District Hospital and Regional District for the 2013 assessment roll;
Lot 1, Plan KAP60331 (except MHR #1735), Plan KAP58996, Lot 1, DL 780, Kamloops Division Yale District, used for the purpose of a Ranch and Country Club for public recreational purposes shall be exempt in total from taxation for General Municipal Purposes, Municipal Debt, Regional District Hospital and Regional District for the 2013 assessment roll; Lot 2, Plan KAS1787, DL 1666, Kamloops Division Yale District, used for the purpose of a Seniors Society for
public recreational purposes shall be exempt in total from taxation for General Municipal Purposes, Municipal Debt, Regional District Hospital, and Regional District for the 2013 assessment roll. The following properties as permitted under section 224 (f) of the Community Charter and lying within the boundaries of the District of Logan Lake: Lot 22, Plan 21739, DL 1666, Kamloops Division Yale District, registered in the name of the Logan Lake Christian Fellowship, used for public wor-
ship shall be exempt in total from taxation for General Municipal Purposes, Municipal Debt, Regional District Hospital, and Regional District for the 2013 assessment roll; Lot A, Plan KAP47464, DL 2217, Kamloops Division Yale District, registered in the name of Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, used for public worship, shall be exempt in total from taxation for General Municipal Purposes, Municipal Debt, Regional District Hospital, and Regional District for the 2013 assessment roll.
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Recognizing Predatory Mortgage Lenders Prey Verses Predator When it comes to obtaining a mortgage, the rules of the jungle often apply. If you aren’t careful, you may Ànd yourself in the grasp of a questionable foe. If you are someone who has had past credit problems or simply Ànd yourself struggling to obtain a mortgage, it may seem like a good idea to sign on with any lender who can close the deal. But wait, jungle etiquette suggests that you should be knowledgeable of your surroundings and always look before you leap. Before making a quick decision on a loan that nobody else would approve, ask yourself whether or not the deal is a good one for you. Measuring Up If you suspect that you have been subjected to a predatory mortgage lender, look at how they measure up to other lenders. Were you charged fees up front and, if so, how much were they and what were they for? Do the lender’s interest rates compare to current market rates or do they exceed them? When reading the Àne print, do you notice fees that were never mentioned before but have now suddenly appeared in the paperwork? An honest lender has nothing to hide and will not surprise you with unexpected costs. Who’s At Risk To put it simply, anyone is at risk for dealing with a predatory mortgage lender. This likelihood increases, however, if the home-buyer lacks the proper knowledge in how to identify an unscrupulous lender who preys on the misfortune of others.
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Mankind and what it can become NARAYAN MITRA You Gotta Have FAITH There are three verses of scripture, in widely separated places, that can lead us to the Biblical concept of man. The first word comes from Psalm 8, probably from the pen of David. “When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers, the moon and the stars which You have ordained, what is man that You are mindful of him... “For You have made him a little lower than the angels, and has crowned him with glory and honour.� The original Hebrew says, “You have made him a little lower than God,� which is a proper and preferable translation. Says the Psalmist, when compared with the vastness of the universe, man according to his size seems insignificant. And yet it is upon man that God has bestowed His greatest glory. Man is the crowning effort of all creation, for he is made in God’s own image. Let us never forget that. Whatever man has become now, he was created with honour and dignity. He was made for God. God breathed into him the breath of life, and he became a living soul. Thus, inspired by God, man has risen to great heights of achievement. He has written sonnets of infinite beauty. He has composed magnificent anthems of praise which have drawn men
nearer to God. But here reality brings a note of tragedy. What has man done with this glory in which he was created? Has it brought him closer to God or made him more fit to bear the divine image in which he was created? We need only to look at our world for the answer. He has prostituted his God-given power and used his consummate skill for his own destruction. He has turned his mind, which has been able to unlock the secrets of nature, not to good, but to evil. No wonder there is confusion in our minds. How shall we reconcile the noble words, “You have made him a little lower than God and has crowned him with glory and honour,� with the bestial, hating caricature that has brought the world into such bloodshed and chaos? There can be some understanding when we turn to Paul’s statement in Galatians 6:14, “God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.� This devout exclamation was born out of the absolute realism in which the great Apostle lived. The New Testament never for a moment minimizes the failure of man. For example, in “All have sinned and come short of the glory of God� (Romans 3:23). And yet the Christian faith never gives man up in despair, no matter how desperate his plight may become. God has not forsaken man. This is the note that must be sounded again and again. It is the ray of hope in the darkness. Though man has lost the glory with which he was created through his
perfidy and sin, God’s redemptive love can restore him to his rightful place. Why did God sacrifice His only begotten Son to redeem man? Was it because of what man was? No, it was rather because of what man could become by God’s grace. This is the only basis for any moral optimism today. Whatever kind of a monster man has made of himself, by the grace of God he can again become God’s man through Christ. That leads us to the third word about man which comes from what is one of the neglected books in the Bible, the Revelation. It is a book within whose cryptic pages is written a tremendous message for our times. I am aware that it has become the favourite camping ground for those who try to write history before it happens. Yet it might well have been written for these days, so timely is its message. It is a vivid picture of the inevitable struggle of good and evil, Christ and the anti-Christ. And its glory lies in the full assurances that Christ and his Kingdom must ultimately triumph over Satan. Out of the ecstasy of his vision, John bursts into praise, “Unto him that has loved us and washed us from our sins in his own blood...be glory and dominion forever and ever.� Here is the final consummation of man — man who was created in glory but who lost his favoured place through sin, will be restored to his place of glory as a king and priest before God to reign with Him forever.
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FEATURE HOMES Unique & tasteful 4 level split family home located d on corner lot in excellent location. This beautiful home features 4 bedrooms, ooms, 2 bathroom, hot water on demand (tankless hot water heater), central tral air conditioning, water softener, hardwood floors & bright open design. Beautifully landscaped yard with private patio for entertaining. Don’t delay-call elay-call today for your appointment.
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M 3794
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Superior d/t location Close to shops & groceries Twin seal windows, full size garage Mill Creek cabinets, security system
$193,000
M 3821
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M 3822
$445,000
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• 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
Two lots with this home!! Enjoy this country home with the extra outdoor space to plan for your new shop. Features include lots of trees and privacy backing onto Crown land. Home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a new pellet stove to keep heating costs to a minimum. Also includes a country time porch to keep the bugs away in the summer months. You will appreciate the top of the world views from your sundeck!! M 3805
$279,900.
$30,000
• Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home • 18x20 interlocking driveway • 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring • Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed M 3607
$44,000
• Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home • Laminate flring, skylight, lge bdrms • Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm • Lge yd w/ mature trees M 3755
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$35,000
Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included
M 3270
$49,900
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• 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
$58,000
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2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year
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$76,900
M 3486
Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located
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$76,900
M 3525
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
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3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing
M 3720
$113,000
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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
M 3797
$120,000
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Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home
M 3751
$149,500
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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
M 3791
$148,000
$120,000
M 3807
NEW PRICE
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Cute & cozy 3 bdrm bungalow Huge 51x150’ lot Covered deck to enjoy the mtn views
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2+ bdrm home on a good sized lot Open plan for kitch, dinrm & lvgrm Roof, electrical approval Fully fenced yard & lots of parking
M 3814
$125,000
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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
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Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse A bathroom on each 3 levels Nice, fully fenced backyard Great 1st time homebuyers & investors
M 3652
NEW PRICE
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Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated
M 3744
$160,000
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2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!
M 3795
$164,500
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Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back
M 3365
$165,000
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SxS duplex w/ reno’s Lam flring, paint, vinyl windows Front driveway + lots of parking Shared garage & shed
M 3813
$192,000
• 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
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M 3812
M 3741
$186,000
Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!! 24 hour notice required
$199,900
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M 3786
$213,000
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Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property
M 3729
$217,000
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Great starter or investment 5 bdrms on lge corner lot New kitch, bathrms, flring throughout New h/e furnace, a/c roof, windows…
M 3761
$206,500
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M 3818
$221,500
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Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!
M 3689
$235,000
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Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s
M 3764
$239,000
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Excellent Bench location 4 bdrms-lge private bkyd New flring in lvgrm & hallways Lge kitchen open to diningrm
M 3816
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$248,000
Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite
M 3716
• Well maintained, secure bldging • Updated condo, central location • Strata incl heat h/w, cable, caretaker & yd maint. • Small pets allowed
$255,000
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Completely redone & gorgeous New windows, siding, roof, h/w tank New kitchen, floors & electrical Solarium off dinrm, the list goes on….
M 3817
$255,000
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M 3811
M 3735
$276,000
• 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
• Beautifully done completely reno’ed home • Central air, gas furnace • New roof, windows & more • 220 electrical in new detached shop
M 3804
$285,000
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Well maintained 1 owner home 7 bdrms & 4 baths + 2 bdrm legal ste New flring, h/w tank & boiler Mbdrm w/ w/i closet, full enste w/ Jacuzzi
M 3819
$299,900
• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck
M 3762
$334,900
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
• Wonderful family home on quiet cul-desac • 4 bdrms, 2 baths + enste + 2 bdrm legal ste • New roof, h/w tank 2 yrs old • Lge 2 car garage, fenced bkyd w/ deck
M 3731
M 3727
$339,500
$349,000
• Relax in the pool • 3 lge bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings • Lots of renos, over 14,00sqft lot U/g sprinklers • Lge sundeck w/ great views of valley & city
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
M 3529
M 3732
$359,000
Dream kitch w/ granite counters New high end bathrooms Totally renovated home Fenced with pool
M 3664
$369,000
• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water
M 3765
$429,000
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Most amazing views Huge shop Updated, one level home Near Mamette Lake
M 3801
• Need space? - Got it!! • 6 bdrms, 5.5 baths-luxurious master bdrm • Dream kitchen, lge games rm, bar rm w/ bar • Large 3 bay garage-RV parking
$435,000
M 3440
$459,900
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160 acres of seclusion & privacy Endless trails surrounded by Crown land Land is fenced 10 kms from the paved highway
M 3815
$599,000
• 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
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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
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Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area
M 3534
$79,000
M 3707
Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads
M 3495
$100,000
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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
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.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
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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
$205,000
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Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake
M 3478
$349,000
$210,000
Guichon Creek flows thru property Lots of grass for grazing Farm setting on 40 acres Easy access
$249,000
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Great starter or retirement home 2 lots for the price of 1 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms Beautiful views
$279,900
M 3805
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$89,000
• 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
• 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 3779
M 3697
$440,000
Fabulous views 4 bdrm home In-law basement suite Laminate floors, central vac and more
M 3802
• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change
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$165,000
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$359,500
M 3810 Do you want comfort?? Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles
$144,000
M 3809
TWO TITLES!!
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2 bdrm, 2 bath manufactured home Sits on its own lot Open floor plan, upgraded appliances Stop renting-build equity
$275,000
M 3803
Well kept home on cul-de-sac street Varnished oak staircase at entry Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn
$125,000
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2 level home in Lower Nicola Lge fenced yd w/ fruit trees 36x12 covered deck + nice patio area 2bdrms up/1 down, master has enste Finished bsmt w/ famrm & w/s area
EXCLUSIVE
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$147,500
M 3792
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Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout
M 3808
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
$138,000
Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access
LOGAN LAKE
CACHE CREEK
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$850,000
Spacious 4 bdrm home Family neighborhood, awesome deck Huge Jacuzzi tub & pool table All appliances & window coverings
M 3806
$258,000
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Striving for perfection?? Home of distinction Custom quality construction 3036sqft on 1.9 acres Heated oversized garage Master on main w/ enste
M 3820
$525,000
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NEW PRICE
• 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
$58,000
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2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year
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$76,900
M 3486
Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located
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$76,900
M 3525
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
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3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing
M 3720
$113,000
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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
M 3797
$120,000
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Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home
M 3751
$149,500
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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
M 3791
$148,000
$120,000
M 3807
NEW PRICE
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Cute & cozy 3 bdrm bungalow Huge 51x150’ lot Covered deck to enjoy the mtn views
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2+ bdrm home on a good sized lot Open plan for kitch, dinrm & lvgrm Roof, electrical approval Fully fenced yard & lots of parking
M 3814
$125,000
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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
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Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse A bathroom on each 3 levels Nice, fully fenced backyard Great 1st time homebuyers & investors
M 3652
NEW PRICE
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Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated
M 3744
$160,000
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2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!
M 3795
$164,500
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Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back
M 3365
$165,000
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SxS duplex w/ reno’s Lam flring, paint, vinyl windows Front driveway + lots of parking Shared garage & shed
M 3813
$192,000
• 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
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M 3812
M 3741
$186,000
Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!! 24 hour notice required
$199,900
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M 3786
$213,000
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Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property
M 3729
$217,000
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Great starter or investment 5 bdrms on lge corner lot New kitch, bathrms, flring throughout New h/e furnace, a/c roof, windows…
M 3761
$206,500
ASHCROFT
M 3818
$221,500
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Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!
M 3689
$235,000
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Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s
M 3764
$239,000
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Excellent Bench location 4 bdrms-lge private bkyd New flring in lvgrm & hallways Lge kitchen open to diningrm
M 3816
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$248,000
Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite
M 3716
• Well maintained, secure bldging • Updated condo, central location • Strata incl heat h/w, cable, caretaker & yd maint. • Small pets allowed
$255,000
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Completely redone & gorgeous New windows, siding, roof, h/w tank New kitchen, floors & electrical Solarium off dinrm, the list goes on….
M 3817
$255,000
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M 3811
M 3735
$276,000
• 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
• Beautifully done completely reno’ed home • Central air, gas furnace • New roof, windows & more • 220 electrical in new detached shop
M 3804
$285,000
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Well maintained 1 owner home 7 bdrms & 4 baths + 2 bdrm legal ste New flring, h/w tank & boiler Mbdrm w/ w/i closet, full enste w/ Jacuzzi
M 3819
$299,900
• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck
M 3762
$334,900
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
• Wonderful family home on quiet cul-desac • 4 bdrms, 2 baths + enste + 2 bdrm legal ste • New roof, h/w tank 2 yrs old • Lge 2 car garage, fenced bkyd w/ deck
M 3731
M 3727
$339,500
$349,000
• Relax in the pool • 3 lge bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings • Lots of renos, over 14,00sqft lot U/g sprinklers • Lge sundeck w/ great views of valley & city
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
M 3529
M 3732
$359,000
Dream kitch w/ granite counters New high end bathrooms Totally renovated home Fenced with pool
M 3664
$369,000
• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water
M 3765
$429,000
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Most amazing views Huge shop Updated, one level home Near Mamette Lake
M 3801
• Need space? - Got it!! • 6 bdrms, 5.5 baths-luxurious master bdrm • Dream kitchen, lge games rm, bar rm w/ bar • Large 3 bay garage-RV parking
$435,000
M 3440
$459,900
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160 acres of seclusion & privacy Endless trails surrounded by Crown land Land is fenced 10 kms from the paved highway
M 3815
$599,000
• 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
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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
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Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area
M 3534
$79,000
M 3707
Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads
M 3495
$100,000
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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
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.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
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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
$205,000
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Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake
M 3478
$349,000
$210,000
Guichon Creek flows thru property Lots of grass for grazing Farm setting on 40 acres Easy access
$249,000
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Great starter or retirement home 2 lots for the price of 1 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms Beautiful views
$279,900
M 3805
EXCLUSIVE
$89,000
• 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
• 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 3779
M 3697
$440,000
Fabulous views 4 bdrm home In-law basement suite Laminate floors, central vac and more
M 3802
• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change
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$165,000
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$359,500
M 3810 Do you want comfort?? Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles
$144,000
M 3809
TWO TITLES!!
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2 bdrm, 2 bath manufactured home Sits on its own lot Open floor plan, upgraded appliances Stop renting-build equity
$275,000
M 3803
Well kept home on cul-de-sac street Varnished oak staircase at entry Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn
$125,000
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2 level home in Lower Nicola Lge fenced yd w/ fruit trees 36x12 covered deck + nice patio area 2bdrms up/1 down, master has enste Finished bsmt w/ famrm & w/s area
EXCLUSIVE
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$147,500
M 3792
REVENUE PROPERTY
Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout
M 3808
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
$138,000
Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access
LOGAN LAKE
CACHE CREEK
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$850,000
Spacious 4 bdrm home Family neighborhood, awesome deck Huge Jacuzzi tub & pool table All appliances & window coverings
M 3806
$258,000
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Striving for perfection?? Home of distinction Custom quality construction 3036sqft on 1.9 acres Heated oversized garage Master on main w/ enste
M 3820
$525,000
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Vinyl siding still a consumer favorite
Vinyl siding can mimic the look of wood shake and even logs on cabins.
Vinyl siding is trusted by homeowners looking to add aesthetic appeal to their home’s exterior. Though vinyl siding may seem to be a cut-and-dry type of product, the vast array of vinyl siding colors and styles has created certain trends among consumers. Made chiefly from polyvinyl chloride, or
PVC, vinyl siding is the most commonly installed exterior cladding for residential construction in the United States and Canada, according to the Vinyl Siding Institute. Vinyl siding comes in several different types. Here are the key variations. •Seamless vinyl siding: In the past, siding was created in specific
lengths, requiring siding panels to overlap at points, often creating an unpleasant pattern. Today there are vinyl siding products that have removed the seams, creating a more visually appealing and durable product. •Solid core vinyl siding: Even the bestmade vinyl siding had a flaw: it was not rigid and generally didn’t lie flat against the surface of a home. Solid core vinyl siding alleviates that problem by having a solid backing on which the vinyl panels are attached. The core is then attached to the home. These products also boast a higherthan-average insulation rating because the foam core interlocks during insulation. This makes a solid barrier around the
home. •Vinyl shake siding: Vinyl shake siding has been designed and colored to look just like real cedar shakes, but without the maintenance, such as powerwashing or staining, associated with a wood product. Vinyl shake siding offers the same benefits of other types of vinyl siding, but tends to look like it is an expensive cladding material. •Vinyl log siding: Log cabins may seem like an adventure. However, being surrounded by wood can have its disadvantages, most notably maintenance issues surrounding wood. Vinyl siding manufacturers have created vinyl log products molded directly from real lumber, providing
a look that mimics real wood, like that used for a log cabin. As vinyl siding continues to be a favorite among homeowners, certain trends emerge each year. While richcolored siding was a popular trend just last year, homeowners engaging in siding renovation products are now turning more to warm, earthy colors. Expect to see more gold, clay, and warm red shades with trim colors only one or two shades off, for a monochromatic effect. Another trend involves a continued interest in renewable materials or siding comprised of some post-recycled consumer content. For homeowners who prefer a one-ofa-kind look to their
Advantages of two-stage heating systems Purchasing a new heating and cooling system could be in your future. Selecting the right furnace for your home requires understanding the various products available. A two-stage heating system is preferred by many HVAC contractors and could be the right fit in your renovation. Choosing a new furnace and heating components can be difficult. The business has its own terminology, and there are scores of different equipment manufacturers all claiming that their brand is the best. Buying a new heating system is also expensive, making the process more stressful. Not everyone has an unlimited budget or the ability to simply select the topof-the-line model. Therefore, understanding which features make one furnace stand out
from another can help consumers make the best possible decision. One factor that will come up as you browse for furnaces is whether to choose a singlestage furnace or a two- or dual-staged furnace. There are many advantages to the latter, which makes them a favorite of HVAC contractors. Two-stage furnaces are designed to change the way British Thermal Units (BTUs) of heat are delivered to the home. In a single-stage system, when the thermostat registers a drop in home temperature that requires the heat to turn on, the furnace will produce one level of heat output until the desired temperature is reached. This furnace is designed to heat your home on the coldest days for your climate. In a two-stage
system, the furnace provides gradual heat production. In the first stage, which usually operates at around 70 percent of the system’s heating capacity, the system will try to warm the space. On mild winter days or chilly autumn days, the first stage may be all that’s needed. If the home requires additional heating, the furnace will kick into the second stage, increasing the heating power. Some two-stage furnaces not only offer two BTU offerings, but two blower speeds as well. One of the advantages to these furnaces are that the twostage system eliminates drastic temperature swings, which are common among single-stage furnaces. This can mean the home is more comfortable over a longer period of time. Another benefit is that
because the system starts in the lower stage and may operate at that stage more so than in the second stage, the furnace is generally quieter than traditional furnaces. This greatly reduces the initial noise of turning on the furnace at full power. Two-stage furnaces will burn fuel more efficiently and may actually burn less fuel if they spend the majority of the time in the first stage of operation. If they have a variable speed blower, they may even save you money in electricity costs. Two-stage furnaces may cost more money initially because they tend to be more expensive than traditional furnaces. But over time two-stage systems might pay for themselves in efficiency, noise reduction and comfort in a home.
homes, mix-and-match siding trends have developed. Mixing and matching siding styles can create instant curb appeal and an interesting backdrop for outdoor gardens and
patios. Stone entry-ways mixed with vinyl siding as well as a mixing of traditional horizontal siding with vinyl shake or board-and-batten are also considerations.
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Cooler weather sparks more indoor fires Staff Writer
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Even with the unseasonably warm weather, the dropping mercury in the morning and overnight signal the impending chill of winter. Fireplaces and wood-burning stoves can be great ways to stay warm in the cold, but Merritt Fire Rescue Department’s Fire Prevention Officer Sky McKeown warns residents of wood-heated homes to keep a close watch on the fires they keep inside. “We do, every year, attend to several residences for chimney fires, and a lot of the time we find out that someone unknowingly put too much fuel in it,” McKeown said. “It really comes back to knowing that your chimney has been cleaned yearly, and you have someone who knows how to operate it.” Fire Prevention Canada also advises to keep combustible materials at least three feet away from fires. The same metre-wide clearing also applies to ceramic heaters.
“Sometimes people will leave their doors open to create a draft, and sparks can easily shoot out,” McKeown said. “Some people have rugs or mats that are flammable in front of the fireplace — a lot of times an animal’s blanket is by the wood fireplace, and that’s extremely flammable. With ceramic heaters, we want to ensure that nothing can fall on them, that there’s a metre zone around them so that nothing can tip and fall and ignite.” A well-fitted fireplace screen is another way to prevent sparks and embers from igniting other items, according to the Fire Prevention Canada website. The website and McKeown both recommend that homeowners have their fireplaces, chimneys, wood-burning stoves, and furnaces professionally inspected and cleaned every year. “With gas furnaces, it’s important again to ensure that you get your tuneup,” McKeown said. “You can save yourself possibly hundreds of dollars over the wintertime, and it won’t be a life or safety hazard.”
The Ministry of Justice estimates that 83 per cent of firerelated injuries in 2011 were caused by residential fires, and the same year saw 21 fatalities in its 2,000 residential fires. Outside The warm and dry weather this fall also means the Nicola Valley is at higher risk than average for wildfires. Seventy per cent of the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes the Merritt Fire Zone, is estimated to be at “high” or “extreme” fire risk — and the area has seen a high number of wildfires. Since April 1, the Kamloops Fire Centre has responded to 440 wildfires, with 17 of those reported in the last week alone. All open fires larger than half a metre high and wide are banned in the Merritt area, and will stay that way until at least the end of the month. Tickets for breaking the fire ban start at $345, but uncontrolled fires have the potential of being fatal and environmentally devastating.
Protecting your home and family from fire • Stay in the kitchen while you are cooking; if you leave the kitchen, even for a short period of time turn the stove off • Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heating equipment such as furnaces, fireplaces, wood stoves or portable heaters • Have a three foot “kid-free zone” around open fires and space heaters • Replace damaged or loose electrical cords • If you smoke, use deep, wide ashtrays on a sturdy table and never leave a smoldering cigarette unattended • Remember to blow out all candles when leaving a room and avoid using candles in rooms where people fall asleep • Make sure that you have installed smoke detectors inside each room, outside each sleeping area and on every level of your home, including the basement • Make sure that all smoke alarms are interconnected, so that if one goes off, they all go off • Test all smoke detectors on a monthly basis • Replace all smoke detectors every 10 years or sooner if not working properly (smoke detectors can now be recycled at the e-waste depot at Home Hardware at 1701 Voght Street) • Have practice fire drills at your home, and make sure that all family members know how to escape from every room if there is a fire
The MERRITT HERALD wishes to join our friends, family and neighbors in extending a heart-felt
Thank You! to the men and women in Fire & Rescue who risk their lives on a daily basis. Your continued dedication to our health and safety is not going unnoticed!
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Only a working smoke alarm can save your life! FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCT. 7-14
Smoke alarms save lives “Fall backâ€? to smart home safety As most Canadians turn back the clocks on November 4, here are some timely smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) safety tips: s 7HEN YOU change your clocks, test your smoke arlam. s 9OU HAVE less than three minutes to escape a ďŹ re. So when smoke alarms sound, everyone must know what to do and where to go. Having and practising an escape plan is essential. s )NSTALL ONE SMOKE ALARM on every storey and outside BEDROOMS )NSTALL INSIDE bedrooms if you sleep with doors closed. s %NSURE ALL SMOKE ALARMS are fully powered. Never take out batteries or remove an alarm from ceiling due to a false alarm. s )F YOUR HOME HAS ANY fuel-burning devices such as a gas furnace, gas water heater, gas appliances, or an attached garage or carport, install at least one CSAapproved carbon monoxide outside all sleeping areas. One per storey is recommended.
s 2EPLACE SMOKE ALARMS EVery 10 years, and CO alarms every 7-10 years (depending on manufacturer) whether battery operated or hardwired into your home’s electrical system. Carbon monoxide is colourless, odourless and tasteless. So without a CO alarm, humans cannot detect its presence. Despite the average home having several potential sources of the deadly gas, studies show that nearly 60 per cent of Canadians have not INSTALLED A #/ ALARM )N ADdition to being impossible to detect, CO also has another nefarious trait. Symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure mimic the u, without the FEVER )T IS ROUTINELY RESPONsible for thousands of clinic and hospital visits each year, and is commonly misdiagnosed. Prolonged or extreme exposure causes nausea, dizziness, confusion, the loss of physical mobility, brain damage and ultimately, death. More home safety resources can be found on the www. safeathome.ca web site.
• The Merritt Fire Rescue Department offers one of three Work Experience Programs in the country • The department consists of about 25 paid oncall firefighters and between five and six recruits who are led by career staff • The department promotes harmony, opportunity and fellowship • Core values at the department are people, response, service, safety, empathy and mentorship Analysis was undertaken on almost 50,000 ďŹ res that occurred in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario over a 5-year period involving 663 fatalities. The ďŹ ndings demonstrated that the death rate per 1,000 ďŹ res in the absence of a present, functioning smoke alarm was 74% greater than when a functioning smoke alarm was present.
In case of ďŹ re - GET OUT AND STAY OUT – never go back into a burning building s #RAWL LOW NEAR THE mOOR TO the nearest exit maintaining contact with the wall. s 4EST THE DOOR BY FEELING IT WITH THE BACK OF YOUR HAND )F it is hot, do not open. Use an alternative route. s )F THE DOOR AND KNOB ARE cool, stay low with your shoulder against the door while opening slowly. Be ready to close the door if smoke and heat rush in. s )F TRAPPED PUT AS MANY
closed doors as possible between you and the ďŹ re, and seal all cracks in doors and windows with towels or bedding. s )F YOUR CLOTHING CATCHES ďŹ re, stop where you are, drop gently to the ground and cover your face with your hands while rolling back-and-forth to put out the ames. s #OOL MINOR BURNS WITH cold water.
Many fatal ďŹ res start at night )NVESTIGATIONS into home ďŹ re deaths very often ďŹ nd that a smoke alarm did not sound. )T MAY HAVE been disconnected or not in working order. The batteries may have been dead, or someone may have taken them out. Smoke alone won’t necessarILY WAKE YOU UP )N FACT THE fumes could put you into an even deeper sleep. Often, victims never wake up. Se-
niors will often need assistance from family members to put safety measures into place. As well, family members are in the best position to reinforce the precautions necessary to help their loved ones prevent or respond to a ďŹ re. Focus on these six priorities to help aging family members protect themselves against ďŹ re in the home.
Merritt Work Experience Program
N INSTALL smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. N Larger homes may need ADDITIONAL smoke alarms to provide enough protection. N For the best protection, INTERCONNECT all smoke alarms so when one sounds they all sound. N An IONIZATION smoke alarm is generally more responsive to aming ďŹ res and a PHOTOELECTRIC smoke alarm is generally more responsive to smoldering ďŹ res. For the best protection, both types of alarms or combination ionization and photoelectric alarms (also known as dual sensor alarms) are recommended. N Smoke alarms should be INSTALLED away from the kitchen to prevent false alarms. Generally, they should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from a cooking appliance. N REPLACE all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old.
• The area’s youths are considered to be important and they department aims to educate young people throughout the community to promote public awareness, safety and to prevent fires • The Work Experience Program lasts for nine months • Many of those who complete the program find jobs shortly after, and sometimes during their training • The recruits live at the station and the accommodation provides laundry, cooking and a lounge • The recruits participate in regional training sessions • Each recruit receive remuneration for each emergency to which they respond • The firefighters also receive $1,800 for an education allowance or to assist with the cost of living • They also receive a pass to the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre and gym, which is intended to help them maintain their fitness levels Entrance Requirements Include: • Canadian citizen or landed immigrant • 19 years or older • NFPA 1001 - Firefighter 1&2 or equivalent certification • Personal record check • Air Brake Endorsement • Favourable driver’s abstract Source: Merritt Fire Rescue Department
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2012 Merritt Fire & Rescue Staff In No Particular Order
A Message From,
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Fire Chief - David Tomkinson Battalion Chief - Jay Mosley Battalion Chief Darrell Finnigan Battalion Chief - Dean Finnigan Captain - Steve Hill Captain - Felice Lucchi Captain - Jeff Johnson Lieutenant - Martin Peterson Lieutenant – Bill Morton Lieutenant – Todd Nagata Training Officer - Carl Johnston Fire Prevention OfficerSky McKeown Firefighter - AaKash Bains Firefighter - Brent Manning Firefighter - Brittany Brabant Firefighter - Cory Woods Firefighter - Debbie Tancsa Firefighter - Jason Nyeste Firefighter - Jason Sybrandy Firefighter - Nathan Russell Firefighter - Scott Morrison Firefighter - Todd Nagata Firefighter - Tyrone Hamm Firefighter - Rani Hothi Firefighter - Rod Yeo Firefighter - Mike Ervin Firefighter - Jason McCallum Firefighter - Stuart Milne Firefighter - Aaron Clarke Firefighter – Jason McCallum WEP Firefighter - Adam Eaman WEP Firefighter - Elyssa Jasper WEP Firefighter - Taylor Hewson WEP Firefighter - Mathew Bloom
The efforts and professionalism demonstrated by the City of Merritt’s Fire Department represents the excellence and commitment to safety and volunteer-ism in our community that the Mayor and Council believe forms the basis of pride of its residents.
To Learn more about Fire Preparedness Visit:
On behalf of all our citizens we thank those that make our community a Àre safe place to live. Your efforts are appreciated and valued.
“Emergency Services”
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LOWER NICOLA FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT
Sincerely, The City of Merritt Mayor & Council
Back row: FF I. Mike, FF J. Shuter, DC T. Allen, FF S. Trosky, FF S. Austin, FF A. Shuter, FF K. Huston Front row: FF M. Camastro, FF. R. Coutlee, LT R. John, FF N. James, FF D. MacDonald Missing: FC L.Tighe, FF A. Clasper, FF L. Moses, FF C. Holmes, FF D. McDougall, FF R. Johnny, FF JF. Isaac, FF M. Edwards
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Thank You! Lower Nicola Indian Band
We salute our ÀreÀghters who give their time, energy & dedication to protect our lives & our community.
Thank you for your tireless compassion!
Fire Chief: Lindsay Tighe • Deputy Fire Chief: Tony Allen #226 Highway 8 West - #181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, B.C. 250-378-5110
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COLDWATER FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
Celebrating National Fire Prevention Week and our local ÀreÀghters!
2012 Coldwater Indian Band Fire Department Left to Right: Matt Harry Steve Austin Ben Clarke Chris Charters
W E T T
Mike Etchart • WETT Certified Chimney Sweep • WETT Inspections • Chimney Scan • Tile Work • All Types of Masonry & Stone Work • Stove Sales & Installations
Exposure to Fire Department Roles and Responsibilities, in the event of large scale emergency, to effectively make contact with the elders within the community and to assist in roles the safety of the elders. Please Contact if you have any questions Ron Aljam, Public Works
Coldwater Indian Band
LOGAN LAKE FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT
Ph: 250-378-5067 Cell: 250-378-7330
Coldwater Indian Band youth participated with the Coldwater Indian Band Volunteer Àre Department over the last year; the youth were exposed to planning, organization, Equipment, Communications, tools, and safety.
Proudly Serving Logan Lake Serving Merritt, Logan Lake & the Nicola Valley
CLAUDETTE EDENOSTE Cell: 250-280-0689
Business: 250-378-6181 1988 Quilchena Ave. Merritt, BC E: claudetteedenoste@hotmail.ca
serving Merritt, Logan Lake & the Nicola Valley
Thank You to the Volunteer Fire Department & Staff and to the Community of Logan Lake for your continued support. For more information please visit www.loganlake.ca or contact Fire Chief, Dan Leighton at Àdleighton@loganlake.ca rechief@loganlake.com or or phone phone 250-523-6225 250-523-6225
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FIRE PREVE PREVENTION WEEK: OCT. 7 TO 13, 2012
To learn more about the Logan Lake BC Community Protection Plan, Fire Response Plan or general information, Visit; www.loganlake.ca
Roof-Top Sprinkler Systems
Smoke Alarms Sm M Most fatal Àres occur in residential settings w where people feel safest. Fire can spread qu quickly through your home, leaving only preci precious minutes to escape. Your ability to get out fast depends on advanced warning from smoke alarms and advanced planning - creating a home Àre escape plan. Reduce your family’s risk from Àre by following the tips below: • Make sure everyone in your home can recognize the sound of the smoke alarm and knows exactly what to do when it sounds. • Install working smoke alarms near sleeping areas and on every level of your home. For maximum protection also install smoke alarms in bedrooms. • Smoke alarms should be tested and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction. Alarms should be tested once a month by pushing the test button and listening for the alarm. • For battery operated smoke alarms, replace batteries at least once a year or for extended life batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. Batteries should also be replaced when the smoke alarm makes a chirping sound. • Smoke alarms should be cleaned at least every 6 months, by gently vacuuming the exterior. • Smoke alarms do wear out and should be replaced at least every ten years.
FACT: In the face of an advancing wildÀre, a structure with a properly implemented FireSmart Program in combination with an operational exterior rooftop sprinkler system, has a survival probability of above 90%. Sprinklers are one of the oldest methods but one of the newest technologies in wildÀre control and property Àre protection in wildland areas. Unlike the sprinkler systems found inside buildings, these outdoor units are not intended to put out a Àre. Instead, they work in the following manner: Sprinklers are used to thoroughly wet down an area. This results in combustibles (buildings and landscape) being much less likely to ignite due to Áying embers and the intense heat of a nearby Àre. The soaked landscape releases moisture into the air. This lowers the ambient temperature and increases the humidity level of the immediate area. These effects extend some distance above ground level. The result is that the advancing wildÀre will tend to be deÁected by this less supportive environmental pocket and pass by the protected property. Sprinklers are most effective when in continual operation for 2 or more hours prior to the arrival of the Àre. However, any operational time, even as little as an hour, will increase chances of a successful defense of the property. Information on the FireSmart Program can be found at: www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/Business/AFFM/2ColumnSubPage/STEL02_165412.html
Home Fire Escape Plans H •C Create a home Àre escape plan showing 2 ways out of every room. Practice your plan with your entire family by having a Àre drill at least twice a year. • Choose a Family Meeting Place a safe distance away from your home. All family members should be taught to report to the family meeting place after leaving the home. • One person should then go to a neighbour’s house or the nearest phone in a safe location to contact 9-1-1 or your local emergency number.
Thank you for making Àre safety your priority in your home!
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Pacific Forest Rally returns to the Nicola Valley The Canadian Rally Championship makes its annual Pacific Forest Rally (PFR) pit stop on Oct. 12 and 13, in Merritt. The 2012 PFR, which is the fifth event in the CRC series, attracts rally teams from around Canada and the U.S. They compete in production-based cars on the challenging backroads of the Nicola Valley. The ongoing battle between Mitsubishi and Subaru will continue this weekend with Antoine L’Estage sitting in first place for Mitsubishi with 83 points, followed by Leo Urlichich in second place for Subaru at 59 points. Local favourite Pat Richard of Squamish, driving for the Subaru national team, has had some bad luck with mechanical problems. They have relegated him to third place after four rounds of the sixround championship series. Anything can happen in motorsports, and all eyes are focused on Merritt where a change
in the standings will increase the excitement leading up to the series’ finale on Nov. 24 at Rally of the Tall Pines, in Bancroft, Ont. Meanwhile, the organizers of the Pacific Forest Rally are working hard to deliver a national calibre event centred in downtown Merritt, with eight challenging stages on the closed roads of the surrounding mountainside. All the action will be broadcast in English on TSN and in French RDS as well as internationally in more than 89 countries. “Rally officials, volunteers, the City of Merritt, the Chamber of Commerce and local businesses have all collaborated to produce this extreme motorsports spectacle and I want to thank everyone for the past 10 years of dedication and support,” Paul Westwick, rally organizer, said. “PFR has earned its reputation as the premiere rally event in Western Canada through the skilled volunteers, superb
organization and a rally course in the picturesque Nicola Valley that is respected for its challenging terrain by all drivers and crews.” There will be plenty of opportunities to catch the teams in action — both on the mountain roads and right in downtown Merritt. The event begins with a display of rally cars on Quilchena Avenue on Friday, followed by the 5 p.m. ceremonial start as the cars head off on their first stage. Local motorsport and classic car clubs have been invited to add to the festivities by displaying their vehicles. The rally and street displays resume on Saturday morning when teams depart and return after each stage to the service paddock on Coutlee Ave. in downtown Merritt, where later, in the early evening, the winners’ Champaign Splash will be held. A special Rally for the Prize draw for a VIP package that includes a ride in a fast rally car
HARD DRIVIN’ The team of Patrick Richard, from Squamish, and co-driver Alan Ockwell, from Ontario, (shown above competing in last year’s Pacific Forest Rally), will be back in Merritt for the 2012 PFR. The pair are currently in third place in the Canadian Rally Championship series standings. Also competing in this year’s event will be the team of Jeff Tooth from Calgary and Nicki Beverley from Merritt (below). Ian Webster/Herald & Patrick Stewart/westerndriver.com
will be held Oct. 8 as part of the rally promotion. The Pacific Forest Rally supports the work of the Abilitas Foundation, and encourages all drivers and rally fans to get behind its fundraising drive for the sake of kids and adults with disabilities. The Pacific Forest Rally is organized by the Westcoast Rally Association and is sanctioned by ASN Canada,
FIA, and the Canadian Association of Rally Sports. The 2012 Pacific Forest Rally celebrates its 35th anniversary in B.C., and tenth running at the Merritt venue. The event has an economic impact of approximately $185,000 on the Nicola Valley area and is considered the premier rally event in Western Canada, with more than 30 rally teams taking part.
Wheels fall off on Cents’ road trip By Ian Webster THE HERALD
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The Merritt Centennials three-game swing through the Mainland and Island Divisions of the BCHL over the Thanksgiving weekend started well but went a whole lot south in a hurry. After edging the Powell River Kings 2-1 on Friday night to kick off their tour of coast communities, the Cents were on the receiving end of a pair of 5-1 thumpings, courtesy of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs on Saturday night and the Surrey Eagles late Sunday afternoon. The Merritt-Powell
River matchup on Friday was a closechecking affair for the full 60 minutes of regulation play. The Kings tallied the only goal of the opening period as the Cents definitely showed the effects of a day-long bus ride that began at 6 a.m. To their credit, the Centennials responded with a strong second period, and were rewarded with two unanswered goals of their own — by rookie Diego Cugliatti (his first in the BCHL) and by Regan Soquila on the powerplay. Both netminders — Merritt’s Tyler Steel and Powell River’s Jonah Imoo — shut the
door for the remainder of the low-scoring contest that saw the Kings outshoot the Cents 25-19.
See ‘Cents’ scoring dries up’ Page 25
WIRED Alberni Valley Bulldog Kurt Gosselin (right) scores his team’s fifth and final goal against Merritt Centennials’ netminder Tyler Steel in the Dogs’ 5-1 win over the Cents on Saturday night. Merritt won one and lost two on its three-game road trip to the Coast. Keith Simister/Alberni Valley Times
MERRITT CENTENNIALS
18th Annual Icebreaker Satuday, October 20, 2012 DOORS OPEN: 5:30 PM - DINNER: 6 PM @ THE MERRITT CIVIC CENTRE Tickets: $50 - Available at 2058 Granite Ave.
ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET! Answer the following skill testing question.
Who was the first Merritt Centennial drafted into the NHL? Answer: _______________________________________
Merritt vs Powell River - Saturday, Oct. 13: 7:30 pm at the NV Arena
Name: __________________ Phone # ______________ Drop your entry off to 2058 Granite Ave. - Draw date: Oct. 17
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Bench sweeps 3rd annual Ekiden sash relay A total of 12 teams from five area elementary schools took part in NicolaSimilkameen School District #58’s 3rd Annual Sash Relay, held last Friday at Merritt Bench Elementary School. Each team was comprised of five runners (with a minimum of two boys and two girls on each team). Each runner ran one lap of a roads-and-trails course wearing a colorful sash that was handed off to the next runner on the team. When all the racing was done, it was the host Bears (formerly Bobcats) who emerged victorious, taking the top three team placings and recording the fastest individual laps for both boys and girls. Both the winning team’s time and the top boys’ and girls’ times were new records.
3RD ANNUAL SASH RELAY RESULTS 1. Bench A 2. Bench B 3. Bench C 4. Collettville C 5. Nicola Canford A 6. Diamond Vale A 7. Diamond Vale B 8. Central A 9. Nicola Canford B 10. Collettville A 11. Central B 12. Collettville B
(Taylia McKeown, Connor Ouellet, Jenna Kane, Drew Kanigan, Gillian Moore) (Ethan Thygesen, Olivia Edwards, Talon Zakall, Breanna Ouellet, Max Graham) (Rose Howard, Ryan Marklund, Tyra Gage, Mason Ortega, Emily Whitecross ) (Parker Finch, Beckett Finch, Laura Lefebvre, Cassidy O’Flaherty, Parker Finch) (Talleah Dalla Vecchia, Jamie Neill, Izzy van Rossum, Atrayu Johnny, Nic Anscomb) (Chase Cooke, Angelina Stephens, Cole Jackson, Makayla Cooke, Travis Simon) (Jordan Parr, Neveah Stephens, Cameron Royer, Mesha Nailer, Anthony Tulliani) (Nokum McKinney, Zach Lowen, Travis Linkletter, Emily Geier, Emmigen Richardson) (Carson Anscomb, Myron Stewart, Lexus Thomas, Arwinaya Johnny, Justin Tighe) (Chloe Shearer, Avery Sigurdsson, Felize Omari, Miya Kandola, Sydney Ross) (Alisha Burton, Troy Holmes, Korben Blachford, Anthony Michel, Kayla Gray) (Liam Warren, Reese Paterson, McKenna Hack-Mortimer, Avery Warren, Cienna Warrington-Wright)
24:42 25:49 26:35 26:52 26:53
(Above) Twelve teams from five area elementary schools took part in the 3rd Annual Ekiden Sash Relay at Bench School last Friday.
28:40 29:35
(Left) Parker Finch from Collettville had to run both the first and last legs of his team’s relay race. He did so in fine fashion, recording sizzling times of 4:46 and 4:48.
29:36 30:11 30:47
(Right) Anthony Michel from Central and Bench’s Max Graham duke it out on the home stretch of the Ekiden relay race.
32:02 32:10
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FASTEST LAP TIMES Boys Drew Kanigan Bench 4:40 Girls Taylia McKeown Bench 4:52
Cents scoring dries up From Page 24 Against a resurgent Alberni Valley team that sits second in the Island Division, the Cents managed to keep the score tied at 1-1 after the opening 20 minutes. Unfortunately, Payton Schaefer’s first goal of the season would be the only one his Merritt team would get on the night. The Dogs simply went wild in the second and third periods, savaging their opposition by scoring four goals in total.
Despite outshooting the Bulldogs 40-34, including 22-14 in the middle stanza, it was the Cents’ breakdowns in their own end that proved to be costly. The script was painfully similar less than 24 hours later in Surrey, where the Eagles scored the first five goals of the game, including four in the second period, to totally overwhelm a Cents team that suddenly looked both disorganized and confused in their own half of the rink.
Dylan Chanter, on the powerplay, ended Michael Santaguida’s shutout bid with Merritt’s only goal, at the 2:59 mark of the final period. Merritt again outshot its opponent, this time 35-30, but failed to make the best of their scoring opportunities. The Cents will have all this week to evaluate and regroup in preparation for their only game this coming weekend — Saturday night against the visiting Kings. OVERTIME In both Saturday and Sunday’s games, starting Cents’ goalie Tyler Steel
BCHL STANDINGS to Oct. 12 INTERIOR DIVISION
was replaced by backup Russell Sanderson. The rookie puckstopper made two saves in 11 minutes of work on Saturday night, and stopped seven of eight shots sent his way over 28 minutes versus the Eagles. The Thanksgiving weekend trio of games saw the playing debut of newly-signed Cents’ defenseman Charlie Donlin. The 19-yearold blueliner from Minnesota played in both Merritt losses. A big hit by Donlin in the Surrey game resulted in his first BCHL scrap — a lively tilt with the Eagles’ Colton Mackie.
Team
GP W
L
T OTL PTS
Penticton Merritt West Kelowna Trail Vernon Salmon Arm
10 9 9 12 9 9
1 3 2 7 4 5
0 1 0 0 0 0
9 5 4 5 3 3
0 0 3 0 2 1
18 11 11 10 8 7
MAINLAND DIVISION CENTS’ COMINGS AND GOINGS The Merritt Centennials have traded centre Brayden Low (above) to the Powell River Kings, and acquired defenseman Charlie Donlin (below) from the USHL.
Team
Coaches are needed for Atom House, Peewee House and Bantam House. Merritt Minor Hockey is also looking to fill the position of Referee in Chief
if you are interested in the REFEREE CLINIC or any of the ABOVE POSITIONS please call Mike Bjarnason at 250-378-7799 or email: mmhapresident@live.ca
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T OTL PTS
Coquitlam 10 6 3 1 Chilliwack 9 5 2 1 Prince George 11 5 4 1 Langley 8 5 2 0 Surrey 10 5 4 0 ISLAND DIVISION
0 1 1 1 1
13 12 12 11 11
Team
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L
T OTL PTS
Victoria Alberni Valley Powell River Nanaimo Cowichan Valley
11 11 12 8 10
4 4 6 3 7
0 0 0 0 0
MERRITT MINOR HOCKEY REFEREE CLINIC Sunday, October 21: 10 am at NVIT Minimum age requirement: you must be 12 as of December 31, 2012.
GP W
6 6 4 4 2
1 1 2 1 1
13 13 10 9 5
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Local runners shine in the Okanagan A large contingent of 15 Merritt runners put on quite a show at the BMO Okanagan Marathon in Kelowna on Sunday. There were over 2,000 participants in total. In addition to offering a full marathon, the annual event included a half-marathon distance and 10 km run. Leading the charge for the team from the Nicola Valley was Kevin Black who finished 8th overall in the full marathon. His time was a very impressive two hours, 59 minutes and 37 seconds.
A senior administrator with SD58, Black clipped along at a 4:16 per km pace to record the sub-three-hour clocking that marathoners covet.Black was just eight minutes back of race winner James Curran from Calgary, Alta. Also completing the marathon were Collettville School principal MJ Bedard (22nd female overall), SD58 superintendent Bob Peacock (5th in M60-69) and first-time participant Diane Black. Six Merrittonians took part in the half
marathon, with Josh Yurkowski heading up the group with a 33rd place finish in a field of 1,199 runners. Also competing were Shayne and Lisa Cavaliere, Colleen Mullin, Stacey Krajci and Charlotte Heppner. The top age-group placing by a local runner on the weekend went to Cari Barquest who finished 1st in the F50-59 category on the 10 km run with a startling time of 44:07. Also completing the 10K were Shaun Kuzio, Frank Joe, Shelanne McKay and Fay Clark.
2012 BMO OKANAGAN MARATHON Sunday, October 7 - Kelowna, B.C. Results - Merritt Participants
Full Marathon (42.2 km; 372 competitors) 8. Kevin Black 91. MJ Bedard 185. Bob Peacock 188. Diane Black
M30-39 F30-39 M60-69 F30-39
2:59.37 3:33.56 3:58.18 3:59.07
Half Marathon (21.1 km; 1,199 competitors) 33. Josh Yurkowski 76. Shayne Cavaliere 203. Colleen Mullin 850. Stacey Krajci 873. Lisa Cavaliere 1106. Charlotte Heppner
M20-29 M30-39 F30-39 F40-49 F30-39 F50-59
1:32.47 1:37.36 1:47.26 2:15.32 2:19.36 2:41.25
10 Km Run (620 competitors) Merritt’s Cari Barquest (far right) was the winner of her age group (F50-59) at the Okanagan 10 km run on Sunday in Kelowna. She was the 12th female out of 413 to cross the finish line, and 45th finisher overall in a field of 620 participants. Photo submitted
45. Cari Barquest 106. Shaun Kuzio 149. Frank Joe 210. Shelanne McKay 375. Fay Clark
F50-59 M30-39 M50-59 F20-29 F50-59
0:44.07 0:50:35 0:53.37 0:56.38 1:04.44
MERRITT STOCK CAR ASSOCIATION RACE RESULTS Saturday, Oct. 6
Sunday, Oct. 7
#X Glenn Corfe 17.601
#X Glenn Corfe 16.965
Hobby A B
#44 Grant Powers #75 Jake Mills
#80 Jack Allgrove #6 Kirk Frost
Street & Mod. Bomber 4-cyl. A B C 6/8-cyl.
#X Glenn Corfe #4 Peter Chick #78 Melanie Leblanc #49 Alexander Thorley #53 Bob Smathers
#X Glenn Corfe #41 Curtis Williams #6 Jessie Bridge #13 Cody Bickert #95 Ted Charters
Heat Winners
Hobby Street & Mod. Bomber 4-cyl. A B 6/8-cyl.
#44 Grant Powers #7 Lyle Moore #94 Wayne Goodwin #49 Alexander Thorley #95 Adam Macdonald
#6 Kirk Frost #7 Lyle Moore #94 Wayne Goodwin #6 Jessie Bridge #95 Ted Charters
Main Winners
Hobby Street & Mod. Bomber 4-cyl. 6/8-cyl.
#44 Grant Powers #X Glenn Corfe #41 Curtis Williams #9 Bill Fader
#80 Jack Allgrove #X Glenn Corfe #41 Curtis Williams #95 Ted Charters
Fastest Qualifier Dash Winners
SPEED DEMONS The final racing weekend of the Merritt Stock Car Association season featured some fast cars. (Above) The X car, driven by Glenn Corfe from Langley, had the fastest time trial of the weekend with a 16.965 second clocking on Sunday. (Left) The midget XXX car driven by Merritt’s Al Goldie. He usually competes in the States. Ian Webster/Herald
MINOR HOCKEY REPORT Jr. and sr. girls rule The Merritt McDonald’s peewee girls travelled to Kamloops on the weekend and defeated the host team 5-3. Gracynn Bose led the way for the peewees with a hat trick, while Mesha Naiker and Shailyn John scored once each. The Merritt midget girls were also in Kamloops over the holiday weekend, tying their Tournament Capital rivals 5-5. Alana Suzuki delivered two goals for the girls’ squad from the Nicola Valley. Singles came from Madeleine Barnes, Keisha Henry and Lizzie Simpson.
Midget reps finish 5th The Tracker Sportswear midget reps got off to a bit of a slow start in their own eightteam tournament over the Thanksgiving weekend. The Merritt side lost their first two games on Saturday, 5-3 against
Kitimat and 5-4 versus Smithers. The Tracker team rebounded on Sunday, however, coming from behind to defeat Ridge Meadows 5-4. In the ‘C’ final on Monday, Merritt’s midgets rode the hot goaltending of Kristian Stead to a convincing 6-2 victory over Aldergrove. Zach Sanderson was the leading tournament scorer for Merritt, netting five goals in four games. He was followed closely by Nolan Prowal with three, and Talon Tom, Bradley Colter and Riley Barnes (each with a pair). Rounding out the local scoring parade, with one goal apiece, were Malik Miller, Dallas Grismer-Voght, Trevor Lindley and Dakota Cox. Special kudos go out to backup netminder Trevor Hilson and bantam goalie call-up Sam Suzuki, who were both pressed into starting duties for the
Tracker team’s first three games of the tournament.
MMHA has busy home tournament schedule Oct. 5-7
Midget Rep
Oct. 26-28
Peewee Rep
Nov. 3-4
Midget House
Nov. 16-18
Bantam House
Nov. 23-25
Bantam Rep
Nov. 30 - Dec. 2 Atom Dev. Dec. 7-9
Atom House
Jan. 18-20
Novice
Jan. 23
Initiation
Feb. 3-5
Peewee House
Feb. 16-17
Female
SCORING LEADER Zach Sanderson was the leading scorer for the Merritt Tracker Sportswear midget reps in their Thanksgiving weekend home tournament with five goals in four games. The local midgets won two and lost two in their four outings to finish fifth out of eight teams. Ian Webster/Herald
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Nicola Valley Women’s Institute Fall Fashion show, showing Tanjay and Alia clothing will be held Saturday, Oct. 13 at the Merritt Senior Citizens Hall at 1 p.m. Free coffee and cookies to follow the show. Tickets can be bought by calling 250-3782536 or 250-378-5225, or purchase them at the door. NV COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Presents Lorne Elliott on Friday, Oct. 12. Lorne Elliott has a very special show of comedy and music, totally original, entertaining, uplifting and foolish enough to make everybody laugh. Along with his unique and wacky performance style, it is the timelessness of his material, joined with keen observations of today’s trends that make his work so special. Tickets can be purchased at Black’s Pharmacy, Baillie House or at the door. For further infor-
mation call Kurt Christopherson at 250-378-4909. LOWER NICOLA CRAFT FAIR Saturday, Oct. 13. To reserve your table call: Selena 250-3787266 or Colleen 250378-8844. Everyone welcome. NICOLA VALLEY FILM SOCIETY Monday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the NVIT Lecture Theatre Showing “A Separation.” Rated: PG. Call 250-3783974 for more info. NV BETTER BREATHERS Curt Thoms, Pharmacist, “Use of Medications - An Update”. Wed., Oct. 17 from 1:30 2:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 1899 Qulchena Ave. This is a smoke-free, scentfree event. Call Richie Gage at 250-378-6266 for more information. CURLING CLUB If you are interested in joining a curling league this year please call 250-378-4423.
NV THERAPY ‘BARON OF BEEF’ FUNDRAISER Dinner with silent auction and Loonie auction at Lower Nicola Community Hall on Saturday, Oct. 20. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets available through any NVT staff or board member or by calling 250-3789222. STAGE FRIGHT “The Thrillusion Show”, a 90 min. family magic show on Mon., Oct. 22 at Coquihalla Middle School. Shows at 4 and 7 p.m. ASK WELLNESS CENTRE Needs compassionate volunteers to help conduct Merritt’s 3rd annual Homelessness Count on Fri., Oct. 19. Contact Chelsea at 250-315-7211 or 250315-0098 or email at chelsea@askwellness.ca Also need donations of warm clothing, blankets, travel sized toothpaste, shampoo, and body wash. Bottled water, granola bars, food & coffee coupons. Drop off at office,
2151 Granite Ave.
250-378-5538.
MERRITT COMMUNITY CHOIR Choir is starting up again after the summer break. We welcome new voices to join us. Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at Collettville School (rear entrance off Birch Avenue). Phone Ellen at 250-378-9899 for more info.
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR The Rebekah Lodge will host their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Seniors Hall from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
ELKS & ROYAL PURPLE Christmas Craft Fair & Bake Sale on Sat., Dec. 1, at the Elks Hall. To book a table, call Millie at 250-3789788. Lunch available. CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE Christmas Craft, Bake Sale & Luncheon on Sat., Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Catholic Church Hall. Home-based businesses welcome. For table rental call Joan at 250-378-3910. BETA SIGMA PHI Beta Sigma Phi Christmas Fair Saturday, Nov. 3. For Tables call: Diane 250378-6925 or Debbie
MERRITT COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Friday, Nov. 23, and Saturday, Nov. 24. Applications for tables and information call Charlotte 250-3782290.
C Creative Landscape Designs C Portfolio of Past Designs C Irrigation Systems C Patio and Stonework C Water Features C Pruning C Ground Maintenance tlcpond1@telus.net 250-378-4166
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COURTHOUSE GALLERY The next show coming to the Courthouse Gallery is: “Earth, Fire, and Fibre II -Tradition with Innovation”. The show runs October 29 through December 7. There will be a reception on November 3rd from 6-8 p.m. The public is invited to attend. The Nicola Valley Community Arts Council is proud to present multi-media artist, Cindilla Trent and free-form sculptor, John Yellowlees for the November show at the Courthouse Gallery.
Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: production@merrittherald.com
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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 School: 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.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Brownies Thursdays - 5:30 - 7 p.m. Central School - 250-378-8310 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 -7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-2281 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 Curling Club For League Information 250-378-4423 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 Nicola Naturalist Society Every Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.ca 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 Pathfinders Thursdays - 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775
7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Oct. 11 - Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012
Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month 1:30 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays - 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539 Sparks Mondays - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-8310 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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Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!! Extensive Paid Travel, Meal Allowance, 4 wks. Vacation & Benefits Package. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License with air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver DO NOT FILL IN CITY or STATE
Help Wanted R.M.S. Holdings Ltd (Bob’s Mini Mart) Merritt, B.C requires a Full Time Cook. Specializing in cooking and preparing complete range of Indian style food including: curries, veggie dishes and other traditional dishes.
OWNER RETIRING. Heating Service Business for sale, 3400 clients, $20k inventory. Campbell River, BC. Call Alan at (250)480-6700.
Salary $13/hour, 40 hrs/ week, room and board provided. 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.
Career Opportunities ATTENTION Loggers! D&J Isley and Sons Contracting Ltd. of Grande Prairie, AB. is looking for a Skidding and Processing Contractor. Potential Multi-Year Contract in the Fort St John area. Camp accommodations available. For further details, please call Daniel @ (780)814-4331 or email daniel@isley.ca
Please email resumes to bobminimart@gmail.com
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Obituaries
Merritt Senior Citizens Association Hall 1675 Tutill Court, Box 2935 Merritt BC 250-378-3763 Janitor Plus weekly and monthly duties needed. List of requirements available at the hall. Or phone for more information. Closing date Oct. 15, 2012
FULL TIME DRIVER REQUIRED
Caretakers/ Residential Managers
Clean drivers abstract, Class 1 preferred but not necessary.
Need a full time live in caregiver for an elderly couple. Should be able to live and work at our home.$10.50 per hour, room and board $325/per month, non/smoker. Please call 250-378-4315 for appointment.
Call for appointment 250-525-0275
Funeral Homes
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MERRITT FUNERAL CHAPEL Celebrate a memory • Funeral Services • Cremation •Burial •Monuments
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for our busy parts department and a full & part time Cashiers who thrive in a fast paced Team Environment. If you enjoy working as a team player and in a friendly environment, this employment opportunity is for you. Please drop off your resume to 2761 Forksdale Ave., Merritt, BC
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)
RELIEF SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT Applications are invited for the position of Relief Special Education Assistant with School District No. 58. (NicolaSimilkameen) in Merritt. Applicants for relief Special Education Assistants will work with special needs student(s) in various schools in the District. Qualification requirements will vary subject to the needs of the student(s).
Obituaries Merritt & District
Hospice Society Symptoms of Grief Overwhelming sadness. Inability to sleep, lack of appetite.
c/o 3451 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. V1K 1C6 Contact: 250-280-4040
The district has a high percentage of First Nations and other multicultural students and so being sensitive to cultural diversities would be an asset. Application forms are available at the School Board Office, 1550 Chapman Street, or you can apply on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Jobs, Support Positions, Job Postings, listed under Job Code # 377463. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until October 12, 2012. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263
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Jamie Smith With great sadness we announce the passing of Jamie Smith. Jamie passed away Tuesday Sept. 25 due to an accidental drowning while doing what he loved most, Àshing. Jamie’s passions also included hunting and black labs. His love and knowledge of the outdoors was known by all that knew him. He had many great friends who over the years have shared great times with him. He was well loved and respected, and will be missed by all. As a husband, dad, grandpa, uncle and friend his legacy of love will stay with us always. Born in Kamloops and raised both at Kamloops and HefÁey Lake Fishing Camp where he was also known as Jamie Àsh. As an adult he owned and operated Salmon Lake Fish Camp for 25 years. Upon his move to Vernon in 1991 he became a respected realtor for the next 15 years. His desire to live on a lake again leads him to White Lake, where he built his dream home and retired. Jamie was pre-deceased by his father Hebe Smith and mother Mona (Laidlaw) and most recently his daughter Tina Smith. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Debra Smith, daughter Nicole Currie (Shaun) grandchildren Georgia, Caralynn and Ben Currie, Kathrine and Paige Smith. Mother and father in law, Brian and Hetty Corke. Jamie’s nephew Mick Murphy, who shared with him the love of the outdoors, hunting and Àshing. He also has a niece another nephew and many cousins from both the Laidlaw and Smith side of the family. As per Jamie’s wishes there will not be a service, a celebration of his life, will be held in the future.
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Lack of desire to do anything, forgetfulness. Irritability, inability to concentrate.
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BANNISTER AUTO GROUP If you are energetic, creative and motivated and have the desire to join a “Customer First Family”, then we should invite you to come grow with us. We are one of Western Canada’s fasted growing automotive companies. We have an opening at our GM store in Vernon for Sales Manager. Interested in joining our team? Contact Darryl Payeur @ 1-888-4105761 or email resume to darryl@bannisters.com Bannister GM Vernon, Bannister GM Edson, Bannister Honda Vernon, Browns GM Dawson Creek, Champion GM Trail, HuberBannister Chevrolet Penticton, Salmon Arm GM Salmon Arm.
Full-time Logging Danglehead Processor Operator needed immediately for the Vernon area. 1-2 yrs experience a must. Fax resume to 250-542-3587 or email: spence06@telus.net.
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Online condolences can be sent through Jamie’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC
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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town
Real Estate Lots Large lot on Pineridge Dr. (Bench) approx. 85’ x 135’ Inquires call 250-378-5915
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Economic Development OfÀcer
Employment Dates: Permanent beginning on or about October 29, 2012. Rate of Pay: Commensurate with level of education and experience. Duties include: • Provide assessment and treatment services to children and their families and offer consultative services to community agencies. • To demonstrate strong clinical skills in assessment, formulation, and treatment with an ability to utilize Áexible strategies for engaging and working with children, youth, families and community systems • To demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork and openness
Responsibilities shall include the coordination of assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies, maintaining regular contact with the public in situations that require tact and judgment, representing Nooaitch in negotiations and mediations; and providing general assistance and support to the Administrator.
QualiÀcations: • M.S.W. or B.S.W. with minimum two years experience • Demonstrated ability to work independently with families and individuals • Demonstrated ability to formulate individual and family treatment/wellness plans • Experience in collaborating, consulting and referrals to programs and/or agencies • Familiarity with a range of evidence based treatment modalities and approaches • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain appropriate record keeping systems. • Drivers license and own transportation.
Nooaitch offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. A full Job Analysis and Description is offered on request. Only those applicants who meet the qualiÀcations will be contacted. Deadline for applying is October 26, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m.
Send current resume and cover letter to: Martin Gertsmar, Director of Operations, Box 3700 Merritt BC, V1K 1B8 or in person at the UNB Health OfÀce, Band OfÀce or by fax 250-378-6361 or email unbhealth@uppernicolaband.com. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4:00 pm Friday, Oct. 19, 2012. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
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Nooaitch Band requires a motivated and career-minded Economic Development OfÀcer responsible for the planning, management and oversight of the activities and operations of Nooaitch’s Economic Development programs and initiatives for business retention, promotion, marketing, and expansion.
The successful applicant will undertake duties associated with the Upper Nicola Band (UNB) in the Community Services Department.
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OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR ASHCROFT MINING DIVISION
Looking for a Career? This might be for you. Arrow Transportation Systems Inc., is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S. Our dynamic company is looking for someone interested in a career in Operations Management to join our team as Operations Supervisor for our Mining Division in Ashcroft, BC. Arrow offers: • Growth potential • Training and Development • Competitive compensation & benefits package We are looking for:
• A team player with excellent communication and people skills. Strong in a high paced operations environment. Strong organizationally. Detailed orientated and self motivated. Dedicated to learn and grow within our organization. • Ability to quickly assess an ever changing environment and make decisions that financially optimize division operations.
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Please send resume in confidence to: Lisa Savage, Director of People Systems, 710 Laval Crescent, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5P3 Fax: (250) 314-1750, email: lsavage@arrow.ca
QualiÀed applicants should send resumes and a cover letter outlining 3 Economic Development ideas that could turn into viable projects at Nooaitch. Attention: Larry Frank Thomas Administrator – Nooaitch Band 2954 Shackelly Road Merritt, BC V1K 1N9 Fax: 250-378-3699 Email: Larry@nooaitch.com
Administrative/Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk Merritt, BC Emcon Services Inc., a Road and Bridge Maintenance Contractor based in Merritt, B.C. is seeking applications for an Administrative/Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk position in our Merritt ofÀce. This position requires an individual who can handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy and complex ofÀce environment, as well as, possess strong administrative skills, excellent verbal and written skills, be well organized and have solid computer experience and knowledge. Experience with Microsoft OfÀce (Excel, Word, Access) would be an asset. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to general ofÀce/clerical duties such as typing, data entry for Accounts Payable and Payroll, Àling, telephone reception and client/customer referrals. This position requires above average attention to detail, accuracy and conÀdentiality. We require the individual to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. As this position requires operation of Company Vehicles, please include a driver’s abstract in your Application along with relevant education and experience. Only short listed candidates will be contacted and hiring is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Please mail, fax or e-mail resumes by October 9, 2012. No phone calls please HR Manager Emcon Services Inc. #105-1121 McFarlane Way Merritt, B.C. V1K 1C2 Fax: 250-378-4106 E-mail: tsmyth@emconservices.ca
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Help Wanted Alpha Design is seeking a permanent Full-time Shipper/ Receiver person. This position has potential for growth and offers many exciting new learning opportunities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties: • Receiving all incoming product, verifying quantities and prices • Make hydraulic hoses • Deliveries to various companies in the area Requirements: • Computer proÀciency required as candidate will use several computer programs combined with shipping duties. • Applicant must be detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and demonstrate leadership skills. Additional Comments: Job requires some heavy lifting and the ability to operate a forklift. Please email resume to: info@alpha-weld.com
LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL Position: Sub Bus Driver’s QualiÀcations: • Class 4 Drivers License for Head Start and a Class 1 or 2 License for School Buses • Experience working with Children Start: ASAP End: June 30, 2013 Salary: Negotiable Deadline: October 11, 2012 Mandatory: Criminal Records Check and Submit a Drivers Abstract Interested Candidates please submit resume to:
Angie Sterling, Principal email: asterling@lnib.net 201 Horn Road • Merritt, BC V1K-1M9 • Ph# 250-378-5527
What are your feet doing? LOWER NICOLA LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL
At the MERRITTBAND HERALD SCHOOL we employ feet to get our newspaper to your doorstep.
Position: Subthe news Busis a great Driver’s Using your feet to help deliver form of exercise and a healthy way to stay in shape. Position: Sub Bus It also relieves stress and lowers your blood Driver’s pressure. Here are some interesting facts about feet: QualiÀcations: • Each toe has three bones except the big toe, which only has two. QualiÀ cations: • 25% of the bones in your body are in your feet. That’s 26 bones! Or in some rare cases, 28! •asClass 4a pintDrivers License for Head • Your feet excrete much as half4 of moisture every day • Class Drivers License for Head • The largest feet in the world belong to a man sporting size 28½ Class 1 that’s or 42timesLicense • The average person Start walks about and 10,000 stepsa a day. Over a lifetime around the world Start and a Class 1 or 2 License • Standing is more tiring than walking because of the strain placed on the same few muscles for School Buses for School Buses • Experience Experience working with Please consider being an working independent news carrier • with for the MERRITT HERALD. Children Children You will earn extra dollars using your feet once a week to deliver
an award winning community newspaper to the
homes in your neighbourhood. Start: ASAP Start: ASAP End: June 30, 2013 2013 End: June 30, Call us for more information on how you can become Salary: Negotiable a news carrier in your neighbourhood. Salary: Negotiable Deadline: October 11, 11, 2012 2012 Deadline: October 250-378-4241 Mandatory: Criminal Criminal Records Records Check Check Mandatory: and Submit Submit a a Drivers Drivers Abstract Abstract and
Interested Candidates Candidates please please submit submit resume resume to: to: Interested
Angie Sterling, Sterling, Principal Principal Angie email: asterling@lnib.net email: asterling@lnib.net 201 Horn Horn Road Road •• Merritt, Merritt, BC BC 201 V1K-1M9 V1K-1M9 •• Ph# Ph# 250-378-5527 250-378-5527
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MERRITT 1988 Quillchena Ave., Merritt, BC
Oct. 2, 2012 Applications are now being accepted for apartments, suites and houses. Many assorted units coming available.
3 bdrm/2bath house on the Bench. $1100 plus utilities. 4 bdrm house on the Bench. $1200 plus utilities. 3 bdrm/1bath house on the Bench. $1000 plus utilities. 4 bdrm/2bath house on the Bench. $1150 plus utilities. Gorgeous home on Nicola Lake. $1500 plus utilities. 1 bdrm house. $650 plus utilities. 3 bdrm / 2 bath house. $850 plus utilities. 2 bdrm/1 bath house. $750 plus utilities. 2 bdrm trailer in Lower Nicola Trailer Park. $750 plus utilities 2 bdrm Sandpiper. $750 plus hydro ( X 2) 2 bdrm basement suite. $850 inc utilities. 1 bedroom Apt. $575 incl utilities. Bachelor Apt. $475 plus hydro. 1 bdrm Apt $575 plus hydro 2 bdrm Apt. $600 plus hydro. 2 bdrm triplex. $750 inc. utilities 1 bdrm bsmnt suite on the Bench. $660 inc. utilities Small 1 bdrm duplex. $575 inc. utilities. 2 bdrm basement suite. $675 inc. utilities
FOR RENT 2 BED APARTMENT
Available immediately. $720/month incl. heat & laundry. Newly reno’ed units “Clapperton Manor” 2775 Clapperton Ave. New owner/manager 250-315-8340
Homes for Rent
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NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W0355 Please be advised that Coldwater Indian Band is proposing to remove 63 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0355 located in the vicinity of Indian Reserve 2 Midday Creek. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Ron Aljam, Coldwater Indian Band 2249 Quilchena Avenue P.O. Box 4600 Merritt B.C. V1K 1B8 by October 18, 2012. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Ron Aljam, phone contact 250-378-6174
Houses For Sale
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• Bus stop • 1 bedroom starting @ $500/month • 2 bedrooms starting @ $600/month
250-378-9880 5 bdrm, 3 full bath, big garage quiet new are. $1350 + utilities. 250-378-1997
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SIGN # 7174
$549,000
$525,000
3028 Spanish Creek Place Merritt 250-378-4549
920 Coldwater Road Merritt 250-378-2306
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Rooms for Rent Avail immed. room $450 (DD req.) util incl. Bench area, common use of laundry & kitchen 250-315-5236
Suites, Lower 2 bdrm basement suite. Available Oct. 1. $800/mon. util. included. 250-378-6295 2 bdrm suite, brand new, never been lived in, available Nov. 1st, $900 + util. No smoking or pets. 250-315-3548 3 bdrm basement suite for rent. $750 plus 1/2 util. N/S, No parties. 250-299-3710
3 bdrm fourplex. $750 plus utilities.
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2 bdrm in Sixplex in Lower Nicola. $570 inc. utilities.
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2075 Aspen Street Merritt 250-378-9108
1375 Quilchena Avenue Merritt 250-280-8007
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$319,900
3325 Boyd Road Merritt 250-315-5521
2390 Irvine Avenue Merritt 250-280-2318
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