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SHELTER OPENING FESTIVAL ON HOLD

IN THE HAPPY WEEDS HALLOWEEN WALK IN THE PARK More than 20 volunteers with the Nicola Valley Search and Rescue team were put A to SPOOKY Theretook werepart games, prizes, cool costumes, a haunted house and — of course the test onGOOD April 4.TIME The group in a training exercise designed to sharpen their searching skills,— a whole lot of candy at the well attended City of Merritt Spooktacular.

The 2017 edition had the best attendance following a trail of clues to a dummy hidden somewhere in Central Park. MORE PHOTOS ONLINE on record with 1,100 people taking part in the annual Halloween event held on Oct. 20. Michael Potestio/Herald

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The Nicola Valley Organizers of the Shelter Motion Society Notion is readyfestival to open doorsthe to a music arethe putting newly-designated shelter event on hold this winter year, after on Nicola Avenue. relocating to Merritt at the last minute in 2018.

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CITY BUDGET

City favours softening tax blow Plan to dip into surplus to offset loss of revenue exceeding $600,000.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Council has directed staff to build this year’s draft budget around a tax rate reduction of nearly three per cent, but the average home owner will still end up paying around $80 more in taxes this year.

The main reason for the paradox, explained acting CAO and director of finance Sheila Thiessen, is a combination of increased property values (nearly nine per cent for the average Merritt home) and revitalization tax exemptions kicking in for the Merritt Green Energy plant (MGE) and the two new hotels.

If the tax rate were to remain the same as last year, the average household in Merritt would need to pay an additional $242.00, Thiessen said.

On top of that, the city would need to find over $600,000 in revenue lost

through tax exemptions kicking in for MGE and the new hotels, residential market value assessments increases new residential construction and the closure of the Tolko sawmill.

On the other end of the spectrum, Thiessen said having a true zero percent tax increase for this year would be unrealistic.

“To ensure the average home doesn’t face an increase in property taxes in 2019, the total taxes collected would have to be reduced by around $500,000,” Thiessen wrote in her report.

Maintaining last year’s tax rate was not an option entertained by council at the meeting.

Thiessen proposed using the city’s surplus to compensate, which currently sits at approximately $3.4 million.

“Using surplus to fund general operations is not a sustainable plan, and not generally recommended

Six wildfires have ignited between Spences Bridge and Douglas Lake since the start of April.

Only one of those fires was still active as of Wednesday — a 1.7 hectare blaze off Highway 8 across the Nicola River from Nooaitch reserve.

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as once the surplus is depleted, taxes will have to be increased or services reduced,” Thiessen wrote in a report to council.

She went on to explain that using surplus to offset revitalization tax exemptions is a different story, because once the four years run out the property

will be fully taxed again.

The city plans to take a one per cent hit in tax revenue from the community, and use surplus funds to offset the decrease in tax revenue lost through the tax exemption for MGE coming into effect this year.

Council agreed to draft

the 2019 budget around a 2.73 per cent decrease in the tax rate at a vote of 5-2. Councillors Adam Etchart and Mike Bhangu opposed the motion.

Council is set to revisit the budget at a meeting on April 15. Until the bylaw is adopted, the tax rate is not final.

Wildfire season off to a hot start Fires less than three hectares in size near Spences Bridge, Agate Creek, Dot Ranch and Douglas Lake were all extinguished in short order last week, as the BC Wildfire Service went to work after a period of dry weather in the B.C. Interior.

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Valley does not come as a surprise to Jody Lucius, a fire information officer with the Kamloops Fire Centre. Lucius noted it is not uncommon to start seeing fires this time of year.

“Because we did not have a lot of snow in a lot of areas throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre it is dry out there, especially

in the valley bottoms,” she said, adding residents will likely see more fire activity in those dry areas.

British Columbians should also be on alert hot spots from overwintering fires, which occur when a wildfire from the previous year has burned deep underground and continued to smoulder all winter long.

“Of course with the number of large and aggressive fires we saw last year across the province, overwintering fires are a possibility,” said Lucius.

“That said, it is not something guaranteed and it really depends on the individual fire and what kind of weather and moisture there is in that particular area.”

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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Committee of the Whole Meeting - April 16, 2019 Regular Council Meeting - April 23, 2019 Regular Council Meeting - May 14 , 2019 Committee of the Whole Meeting - May 21, 2019 Regular Council Meeting - May 28, 2019

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PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY April 23rd, 2019 at 7:00PM

PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY April 23rd, 2019 at 7:00PM

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 in the Council Chambers at Merritt City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed bylaw amendment:

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 in the Council Chambers at Merritt City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed bylaw amendment:

SUBJECT: Central Business District (C2) zoning

SUBJECT: OCP Amend Bylaw No 2257, 2019

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2249, 2019 THE PURPOSE of the proposed bylaw is to rectify an omission in the Zoning Bylaw by affirming that two-family dwelling units are permitted in the C2 zone, along with single family and multi-family dwelling units.

A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendment and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm on April 11th to April 23rd, 2019 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at www.merritt.ca

OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2257, 2019 THE PURPOSE of the proposed bylaw is to resolve an inconsistency between the Official Community Plan (“OCP”) and the Zoning Bylaw by removing references to density contained in the OCP.

A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendment and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm on April 11th to April 23rd, 2019 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at www.merritt.ca

Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, APRIL 18th 2019, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.

Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, APRIL 18th 2019, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods:

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods:

BY EMAIL: mbrodrick@merritt.ca IN PERSON: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street

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All submissions must include your name and street address. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received

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Wednesday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Mayor’s Office at City Hall (second floor), 2185 Voght Street.

Note: Mayor Brown in unavailable for Wednesday drop-in until April 10th and if a meeting is required to please call Corporate Services.

Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8614

PUBLIC BUDGET MEETINGS The City of Merritt would like to invite all citizens of Merritt to join Mayor and Council as they conduct their budget meetings held throughout April.

Mark the following date on the calendar, because as citizens of Merritt you should have a vested interested in how your tax dollars are being spent.

Monday, April 15th 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Budget Wrap-Up All meetings are in Council Chambers.

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Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of CASUAL ON/ CALL CASHIER. For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18 by: Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The City of Merritt would like to remind residents that this is the time of year that bear sightings increase as bears are preparing for hibernation.

Every year, bear-human conflict occurs in our City, and in some cases, results in the destruction of bears. The City of Merritt asks that you do your part and manage your bear attractants.

• Garbage is the #1 attractant for bears and can attract bears away from their normal habitat.

• Other Bear attractants include: any and all food wastes, offal, and accumulations of discarded fruit, whether on public or private land.

• Bears are most active at night, so do not put out garbage bins on the night before the scheduled pick-up day.

• City of Merritt Solid Waste Bylaw requires that garbage cans must be placed curbside after 5:00 a.m. on the morning of collection.

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Motion Notion no-go this year

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Festival organizers say they plan to come back “better than ever” in 2020.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

It’s back to two summer music festivals in the Nicola Valley — at least for now.

After relocating to Merritt last year, Motion Notion electronic music festival is taking a hiatus after running out of time to finalize their plans this year.

“Last year we not only were faced with the extremely difficult challenges of an unexpected location change, but also having a significant portion of Western North America on fire,” reads a statement issued by festival organizers.

“We did what we could to keep it going for this year despite all those obstacles, but unfortunately not everything could come together on time.”

The statement goes on to announce festival organizers plan to return “better than ever for our 20th year in 2020,” but does not specify whether that will be in Merritt,

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their former home in Golden, or somewhere new.

“We had them here last year and they mentioned right from the start they were doing a trial run,” said Will George, the city’s manager of tourism and economic development.

“Of course they have not announced where they will be for 2020 but we are hoping to invite them back.”

The absence of a third festival shouldn’t hurt tourism this sum-

mer too much, George added.

“It would have been great to have them back but I don’t think we will see a huge decrease in number of guests coming to Merritt and the Nicola Valley — we usually see an increase year over year so we are expecting to see that again.”

Moving forward, George said he plans to focus on promoting local venues to potential festival organizers and performers.

CITY STAFF

New CAO to take seat at city hall Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

The position has been vacant for more than four months, but the City of Merritt has announced they’ve found their next Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

Scott Hildebrand, who served as city manager for the City of Brandon Man. between 2011 and 2017, is set to take his seat at city hall in Merritt in early May. “We are just working with him on the

transition and we look forward to introducing him,” said Sheila Thiessen, the city’s manager of IT and finance. Thiessen has been filling in as acting CAO since Shawn Boven was released from his duties in November.

Mayor Linda Brown said she is optimistic the city has found a good match.

“He seems to be a people-orientated person which is something I think Merritt can really use,” she said. “I

am hoping he is really going to make some changes with the city.”

Brown has big plans for the future of city hall, including a comprehensive review of the city’s inner workings and an overhaul of staff culture.

‘He’s got a big job ahead of him. Knowing he comes from a bigger municipality gives me some hope that he is going to be capable of producing a lot for us,” Brown said. “I am looking forward to him arriving.”

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Climate concerns For the past few nights, I’ve been wrapping up my evenings at home by watching episodes of Cole Wagner Our Planet, COLE’S NOTES the Netflix nature documentary series which foregrounds the threats facing our natural ecosystems.

The incomparable Sir David Attenborough returns for another round of narration on this latest installment which follows in the tradition of other BBC-produced “Planet” documentary series. At 92 years old, Attenborough shows no signs of slowing down, and his signature narration — equal parts gravitas and whimsy — weaves a compelling narrative over stunningly beautiful images, painstakingly captured over years of work by nature photographers.

Our Planet carries more of a sense of urgency than previous entries (“Planet Earth, “Blue Planet,” etc.).

In each episode, the stakes are clear — humans must do more to combat the effects of climate change on our world, lest we continue to lose scores of natural life on our planet.

Watching this series immediately before bed is a bit like playing Russian Roulette — you are left with a sense of wonder or dread, and either feeling is apt to set the tone for whatever manifests in your dreams.

It probably doesn’t help things that a good number of national headlines this month have been dedicated to the federal carbon tax, or in B.C.’s case, the increase which went into effect on April 1.

As usual, there was no shortage of complaints online about being squeezed at the pump. And can you blame people?

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The cost of being a suffering saviour This Sunday marks the Holy Week in Christian calendar, starting with the conventional Palm Sunday (April 14) and culminating NARAYAN MITRA with Resurrection You Gotta Have (Easter) Sunday on FAITH April 21.

Of the upcoming seven days, Palm Sunday would once again remind the Christian church of the difficult course and experience of Jesus. His processional route from Pilate’s judgment hall to the hill called Calvary was strewn with not only sadness but a whole lot of suffering.

What thoughts surged through the minds of the people that day will never be known fully. Those who loved him were stunned and horrified at the rapid pace with which events had moved to the dramatic climax.

They still looked for something to take place that would relieve this gentle man of his suffering, but each moment that passed decreased the likelihood. Those who had never made a decision concerning him, but

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Editor’s note: The views expressed in this column don’t necessarily reflect those of the Merritt Herald and its staff. The Herald welcomes qualified writers with views on this or other faiths to submit their work to newsroom@merrittherald. com, to be considered for publication. had seen the loaves and the fish and other wonderful things that he did, now watched him as he mounted his ‘last pulpit.’

The soldiers who cared nothing for all this, sat down beneath the shadow of this dying man to gamble for the last vestige of his belongings.

But over it all, there hung a question which even his enemies asked silently to themselves: Why would this man die? Two of the condemned had committed crimes that were known, but this man had really done nothing.

Insistently we ask this question even today.

Via Dolorosa or the Way of the Cross was reality because Jesus was such a good man.

We have our little mottoes that say that virtue brings rich rewards, and honesty is the best policy, and similar other platitudinous sayings. But in fact we are forced to admit that

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these things do not work out in everyday living to our material advantage.

The person who is virtuous sometimes sees the procession of fame and fortune pass him by with scarcely a nod in his direction. Jesus, who was incarnate goodness, bowed his head before the onslaught of hatred and cruelty, and all of his goodness failed to release him from the bonds of suffering that evil forged about him.

For his kindness he got a crown of thorns, for his gentleness he got a scourged back, for his love he got a cross too heavy to bear.

Does it pay to be a good person? It depends entirely upon the kind of pay that we want.

Jesus had no earthly reward, but his name is more profoundly influential today than that of any other person who ever lived.

Think of all the storms that have swept across the face of our world for the last twenty centuries and one cannot fail to be moved by the fact that this man still stands as a monument to the satisfaction of right living.

No weakling could have cast such a spell upon the ages.

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OPINION

A tiny step in the right direction From Page 6 After all, the price of fuel sky rocketed on April 1 by a mind-blowing... 1.1 cents per litre in B.C. For most vehicles, the cost of filling a full tank of fuel rose by less than a dollar.

I must admit, I’ve always been somewhat of a gas-price truther.

Where others would patrol around Metro Vancouver in search of the lowest price at the pump before filling up, I was happy to simply settle on the nearest and most convenient station to fill up in times of need. The difference of a couple cents per litre, amounting to a few extra dollars saved, never seemed worth the

cost of stress and time spent searching out a cheaper alternative.

And you would never, ever catch me waiting in a lineup to fill up at an especially cheap station.

I recognize that I come at this opinion from a place of privilege — I am gainfully employed, which affords me the income to fill my tank. I am able bodied, which means I have the flexibility to choose other methods of transportation around town, should the price at the pump become prohibitive.

And let’s be honest — raising the price of gas by a couple bucks isn’t going to pull humanity out of

the depths of the worst ecological crisis of our time.

I’m no scientist, but I suspect the actual changes required to save our planet would likely elicit even more griping on social media from climate skeptics.

But miniscule as it is, the carbon tax represents a step in the right direction. And as Attenborough’s gravely intonation reminds us during the title sequence of Our Planet: “What we do in the next 20 years will determine the future of life on Earth.”

We should all endeavour to spend as little of those 20 years as possible on the wrong side of history.

From the Herald archives: April 9, 2008

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In his latest nature documentary Our Planet, Sir David Attenborough urges viewers that “what we do in the next 20 years will determine the future of all life on Earth.” Wikimedia Commons

Jesus is a menace to all those who would follow stubborn convictions From Page 6 Only a man who had learned a secret deeper than any that men had hitherto had revealed could have pointed out such a way for people to follow.

Ultimately, we find the problem devolves into a question of selfishness or unselfishness.

The man who lives for the moment finds that his appetites can be met, his desires can be somewhat realized, and his hopes can be fulfilled.

But there is a scant happiness to it all. For man was not meant to live like that, and no amount of the mate-

rial serves to meet the deep-rooted needs of his spirit.

These things do not satisfy, and he is foolish who thinks so.

Alexander changed the map of the world and died sighing for more world to conquer. Jesus changed the motives of men.

Caesar pushed back a frontier and died surrounded by false friends. Jesus purified and enlarged the faith of men.

Charlemagne carved out a kingdom for himself and died an embittered and disillusioned ruler. Jesus laid the foundation for a kingdom of righteousness

and justice and truth.

Yes, goodness crucified him, but I take my stand on that side, knowing full well that such is the only way for permanent happiness.

Yet again, Jesus was crucified because of the stubborn convictions of men.

Judas, believing that this Man had tremendous power, attempted to force him to manifest it. He sold the Master not for greed — 30 pieces of silver was a paltry amount of money — and not even because he was disappointed in him.

He sold Jesus because he firmly believed that once the

shackles of Roman authority were placed about him, the Master would call down fire from heaven and consume all his enemies.

Judas had a stubborn conviction that he was right and that the way of Jesus was wrong.

Jesus is still a menace to those who would follow their stubborn and stupid convictions as to the way that things ought to be done in this world.

He has offered us a way of life and we have not been willing to accept it because we have been convinced in our thinking that we know much more about

modern occidental life than he, with his oriental viewpoint, could ever know.

If he really ruled our thinking and we gave over our convictions to his care that they might be molded in accordance with the principles that he laid down, what a different world this would be.

If he was really the Ruler, then war as a method of settling international differences by slaughtering large numbers of children would be no more.

Our narrow, nationalistic outlook would be broadened so that economic interests would not always dictate our

foreign policy.

Our racial problems would sink into the background of an understanding that would sweep all else before the flow of its tide.

Jesus trod slowly the Way of the Cross because people were convinced that he was all wrong in his estimates of life and its values.

May God forgive us that so often we have the same conviction.

Narayan Mitra is the Pastor of Merritt Baptist Church at 2499 Coutlee Ave, Merritt, B.C. You can reach him at merrittbaptist@gmail.com.

Morning brought few answers to this town of 7,000 yesterday as locals continued to grapple with and try to make sense of what has been described as a horrendous and unspeakable crime.

And underneath the grief and sadness is the knowledge police were, as of press deadline yesterday, still hunting for the man responsible for the brutal slayings of three children whose deaths have struck a deep chord in the city and throughout the region.

On Monday, Mounties confirmed they were searching for Allan Dwayne Schoenborn, a man of no-fixed address, suspected of murdering his three children in their Diamond Vale trailer.

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Anhart Homes has plans to develop 78 units of affordable housing for Merrittonians seeking accommodation priced below market level.

The organization hosted a roundtable to field questions from the public and learn more about Merritt’s housing wants and needs.

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“I’m passionate about helping people with barriers to employment or [who] can’t access affordable housing because that’s me — I come out of recovery myself, my family, it is my whole background,” said Dylan Goggs, CEO of Clean Start BC, at the meeting.

Operating the social enterprise is Goggs way of giving back to the community, he said.

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Clean Start BC’s current model is geared towards helping higher density populations in Vancouver and Victoria, but Goggs said he wants explore

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“We are here to just do some investigative work with the community to find out if some of our systems and principles can actually work and be transferable,” he said.

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in connecting with the business community, to learn from you and to find out if there is anything we can do in partnership or if there is anything we can support.”

Goggs said he has already learned he cannot transplant the same business model he has used on the coast into B.C.’s smaller communities.

“We can’t just bring a model like we have done in Vancouver and drop it here,” he said.

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Free menstrual products coming to School District 58 Superintendent says the move will promote student equity.

Public schools in B.C. have until the end of this year to provide free menstrual products in school washrooms.

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The Vital Statistics Agency, Ministry of Health, is looking for an individual to serve as a Marriage Commissioner for Merritt. The individual will perform civil marriages within their community on behalf of the Agency. Applicants must reside in Merritt in order to be considered for this position.

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Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

By the end of 2019, students in Merritt will have easy access to free menstrual products at school.

The B.C. government ordered all public schools in the province to provide free menstrual products in washrooms by the end of the calendar year in an announcement on April 5.

Superintendent Steve McNiven said he is pleased with the decision.

“From a district perspective and a personal perspective I think it is a very good thing,” McNiven said.

“I believe, as others do, that it will help improve equity.”

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Menstrual products have been available, but students were required to approach a staff member to request a product.

“And I know that was likely challenging for some students,” McNiven said. “So I think this just reduces one more barrier that

doesn’t need to be there.”

“This is a longstanding ‘hidden and unspoken’ problem for students who need menstrual products,” Andrea Sinclair, president of the B.C. Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils said in a news release. “There continues to be stigma surrounding this, which causes unnecessary anxiety and reduced

confidence for students, including reduced attendance.”

In the news release, Education Minister Rob Fleming said current research indicates that one in seven students has missed school due to their periods because they cannot afford products.

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History repeats itself on stage The personal is political in Devon More’s Berlin Waltz.

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The Berlin Wall is set to come down in Merritt... again.

Berlin Waltz, the onewoman show created

by Kamloops’ Devon More, is coming back to the Culture Club in Merritt on April 12.

The show is less a traditional narrative than a multimedia experience which aims to capture and recontextualize More’s years spent living in Berlin, learning about the city’s transformation throughout the Cold War. Citizens of Berlin “are really politically active to this day because they understand they have the power to shape their city — and they do so,” said More.

The show combines

Kamloops’ Devon More brings her stage show Berlin Waltz to Merritt on April 12. Devon More/Facebook

the personal narrative of More’s journey along the 100-mile stretch of the city where the Berlin Wall once existed with stories from people who lived through the separation of East and West Germany during the Cold War. But the show itself is far from a series of dry monologues. More

leans on her musical talents to create a looping soundscape to accompany the scenes, while a graphic slide show created by Richard Chapman adds another element of subtext to the tale being told on stage.

More first brought the play to Merritt in 2015, when, among

other things, the Syrian refugee crisis was capturing headlines around the world.

“The Berlin Wall was built, of course, to stop the flood of East German refugees from heading westward,” said More. “I was so inspired by my time in Berlin and understanding how these revolutionary changes took place — and some of the lessons that were learned there.”

Four years later, More said she saw an opportunity to update the show, given the current political rhetoric about building walls.

“History repeats itself sooner than we forget it,” she said.

Though the show is rooted in history, the themes are especially relevant for today’s audiences, said More.

“I share the story of how the Berlin Wall came down. It is really one of the most inspiring collective victories — I don’t know if we’ve even had something

like that since — where people were drawn together for really positive experiences,” she said. “No one ever thought it would fall.”

More has toured the production across Canada, performing at fringe festivals in Montreal and Vancouver. Her current tour will take her to Kamloops on April 15, and Kaslo on April 18.

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How parents can protect their babies’ oral health The period when babies are teething can be tough on children and their parents. While parents who have dealt with teething infants in the past might be able to recognize when their new babies’ teeth are coming in, first-time parents may wonder why their baby suddenly seems so uncomfortable and irritable.

In a 2016 study published in the journal Pediatrics, researchers who analyzed studies from eight different countries determined that teething can make babies feel miserable. Thankfully, the researchers also found that teething usually does not make babies sick. An examination of 10 major studies found that the most frequent symptoms of teething in infants and toddlers were gum irritation, irri-

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TAKING PROPER CARE OF YOUR TEETH AND GUMS IS A LIFE LONG COMMITMENT. It includes a good oral hygiene routine that you follow at home, as well as regular visits to your dentist and an overall “team” approach to your oral care.

April is National Oral Health Month

tability and drooling.

Because teething can be so uncomfortable for babies, parents must be patient as their children’s teeth slowly come in. As babies begin to exhibit signs of teething, parents also can take steps to protect their babies’ oral health.

• Discuss fluoride with your child’s pediatrician. A naturally occurring mineral that’s found in many foods, fluoride can benefit babies’ teeth in various ways. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, fluoride can strengthen tooth enamel and make it more resistant to acid attacks that contribute to tooth decay. Fluoride also makes it more difficult for plaque bacteria to produce acid. Parents of infants can discuss fluoride with their children’s pediatricians, who may

recommend prescription drops of chewable tablets as babies’ teeth begin to grow in.

• Inspect and clean babies’ teeth. Babies can’t brush their own teeth, so parents must perform this task for them. The AAP notes that healthy teeth should be all one color.

Any spots or stains should be brought to the attention of a dentist. Once a baby gets his or her first tooth, parents can use a smear of fluoride toothpaste that’s roughly the size of a grain of rice to clean the teeth at least twice daily. The AAP recommends cleaning teeth right after breakfast and before bedtime.

• Feed babies healthy diets. Another way parents can protect their babies’ teeth is to feed their children healthy diets. The AAP recom-

mends foods and drinks that do not contain a lot of sugar, such as fruits and vegetables. When feeding babies fruit, be mindful of dried fruits, such as raisins, which can stick to babies’ teeth and may contribute to cavities if not thoroughly cleaned off the teeth.

• Do not put babies to bed with bottles. The AAP advises against parents putting babies to bed or down to nap with a bottle. Milk, formula and juice contain sugar, and babies who suck on bottles with liquids that have sugar in them before going to sleep may suffer from tooth decay.

When babies begin teething, parents can take various steps that can safeguard their children’s oral health for years to come. lers were gum irritation, irritability and drooling.

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Premier calls for new strategies for Interior forest companies Mass timber construction shows potential for new industry.

Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

The expansion of the Royal B.C. Museum in Victoria and the replacement of St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver will showcase the province’s leading role in mass timber construction, Premier John Horgan says.

Speaking to the Council of Forest Industries convention in Vancouver Friday, Horgan referred to his recent visit to Structurlam’s cross-

laminated timber factory in Okanagan Falls, where he announced the B.C. Building Code is being changed to increase maximum timber construction height from six storeys to 12.

The museum and hospital projects are “just the beginning” for the revitalization of B.C.’s forest industry, Horgan told delegates to B.C.’s largest industry convention. Other public construction projects will also showcase B.C. technology.

Horgan described letters he wrote to B.C. Interior forest company executives this week, inviting them to start talks with Indigenous and union leaders on how they can make

Premier John Horgan talks forest policy with Council of Forest Industries CEO Susan Yurkovich at COFI’s convention in Vancouver, April 5, 2019. Photo via COFI

more efficient use of existing licensed timber supply, which has dropped significantly in the wake of beetle epidemics across the

province.

“If we don’t have a transformation from the high-volume to the high-value economy, we’re going to be in

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) BUDGET PLANNING PROCESS – 2019/2020 ANNUAL BUDGET Wednesday, April 3, 2019: A public budget presentation will be made to interested stakeholders in the Princeton Board office. Representatives from school Parent Advisory Council’s (PAC), District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC), teacher and support staff Unions, Principals, and members of the public are invited to attend this meeting to review provincial funding, District projections for enrollment and funding, as well as provide more specific information regarding the District’s annual budget. Stakeholder groups and members of the public are welcome to outline their priorities to the Audit & Finance Committee. The meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m.

The purpose will be to discuss priorities and listen to concerns in order to help set the frame work for the 2019/2020 annual budget.

Thursday, April 4, 2019: A public budget presentation will be made to interested stakeholders in the Merritt Board office. Representatives from school PAC’s, DPAC, teacher and support staff Unions, Principals, and members of the public are invited to attend this meeting to review provincial funding, District projections for enrollment and funding, as well as provide more specific information regarding the District’s annual budget. Stakeholder groups and members of the public are welcome to outline their priorities to the Audit & Finance Committee. The meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m.

The purpose will be to discuss priorities and listen to concerns in order to help set the frame work for the 2019/2020 annual budget.

Tuesday, April 23, 2019: Audit & Finance Committee to meet in Merritt at 12:15 p.m. to go over draft summary to be presented to Board on April 24, 2019.

Wednesday, April 24, 2019: A draft summary prepared by the Superintendent and the Secretary Treasurer to be presented to the Board for discussion in Merritt at 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 8, 2019: Budget bylaw to be presented at the Regular Board Meeting. Subject to feedback, the budget for the 2019/2020 year will be adopted at either this meeting or the June 12, 2019 board meeting.

PLEASE NOTE: Representatives from stakeholder groups or members of the public will also have the opportunity to make a presentation to the Audit & Finance Committee in private if they so desire. Individuals or groups interested in making such a presentation should contact the Secretary Treasurer at (250) 315-1105 to arrange a meeting. The presentation should be supported by a written submission, which should be provided to the Secretary Treasurer in advance.

trouble,” Horgan told reporters after the speech.

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Craft cannabis company seeks land in Merritt for industrial park CannWest aims to build micro cultivation centre in Merritt.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

And then there were three.

In addition to the two cannabis cultivation companies eyeing land in Merritt — one near the airport and another in Collettville — council heard from a third at a regular meeting on April 9.

CannWest is on the hunt for a community that is ready to embrace craft cannabis, said CEO Sean Meloney, and has pegged Merritt as a potential spot to set up shop.

He painted a picture of his vision to create

an industrial park space where many microgrowers lease separate rooms in his facility to grow unique product.

“We develop micro cannabis spaces ... for micro cultivators to come in and perfect their craft,” said Meloney. “And in doing that a couple things happen. One, they produce world class product. Two, they produce a lot of jobs.”

The company just got the go-ahead to begin work on their flagship location in Prince George, and Meloney said he plans to add an additional seven industrial parks in

Canada.

In Merritt, he has his eye on the vacant spot adjacent to the BC Hydro power plant and the court house.

The nine-acre property is currently owned by Spayum Developments, a business group comprised of local First Nation bands.

“Municipalities are keen to see brown field industrial sites redeveloped to provide valuable good jobs and new sources of municipal revenue,” he said in a news release.

“Meanwhile, craft cannabis cultivators and entrepreneurs yearn for the opportunity to bring their world class product to the legitimate space.”

It’s a win-win for the

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An example of CannWest’s industrial park design, which Meloney said would be modified to reflect the spot they hope to occupy in Merritt, next to the BC Hydro plant and the court house. Photo courtesy of the City of Merritt

company and the community, he added.

“Our model will provide access to stateof-the-art facilities, industrial load infrastructure, energy and various other efficiencies through bundled services such as security and technical support,” he said.

The facility would contribute to economic

development in the Nicola Valley, he said at Tuesday’s meeting.

“Here’s the thing about cannabis — it pays well,” he told council, adding it will create consistent jobs and contribute tax revenue to city operations.

“I can tell you after 35 years in the economic development business I have never seen any

other economic development model as buoyant or as demonstrative as micro cannabis,” he said.

While there was interest expressed at Tuesday’s council meeting, there were also concerns regarding smell, water and hydro use as well as the location.

Coun. White said she is concerned about

the potential smell of the business, to which Meloney responded modern HVAC and hydration technology has them set up for success.

“Is it odour-free?

Absolutely not. Can the human nose discover it?

Probably not,” he said.

“Day to day there is no malodorous content into the neighbourhood.”

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IT’S TIME TO CHOOSE YOUR FAVOURITE IN THE NICOLA VALLEY It’s time for people to make their choice. Indicate your top picks for the Merritt Herald People’s Choice Awards on this entry sheet, or using our online ballot form at https://www.merrittherald.com/peoples-choice-2019/

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Employees of Merritt Herald and their immediate families are not eligible. All ballots must be received or entered online by no later than Friday, April 12, 2019 at noon PST. Some restrictions and conditions apply.

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INDIGENOUS SPORT

Colts undefeated at Junior Native Hockey Tournament Upper Nicola team runs the table en route to winning the title in the tournament’s bantam division.

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The 32nd annual Junior Native Hockey Tournament is officially in the books, and by some metrics, it might have been the most successful iteration of the event yet.

Twenty-eight teams competed across five divisions in the four day tournament, which took place at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena and

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Jaelen McRae scored a hat trick to power the Colts to the win, while Graycin Nicholls, Corbin Vaughan, Robert Sterling and Jaxsin Vaughan added singles.

Colts netminder Sheldon Biggley and Carter Shackelly were named to the bantam all-star team.

In the initiation division, the Nicola Colts battled their way to third place, defeating the WLI Wolves in the

Volleyball season kicks off in Merritt Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Volleyball players from around the province gathered in Merritt for the annual Mixed Volleyfest from April 6 to 8.

Thirty-five teams competed in this year’s event, across three competitive divisions and two recreational divisions.

Local teams finished first and second in the recreational B division, as ‘All Sets Are Off ’ claimed top spot, while ‘Miracle Season 2’ earned second.

In the top flight of the competitive division, Rosedale’s ‘Brent’s Fan Club’ took home gold while ‘Snowmen and the Crow’ from Kamloops was second.

Competitive 2A saw two teams from Kelowna finish one-two, while Penticton’s ‘The Big Spank’ bested the ‘Dream Crushers’ to win gold in competitive 2B. Small town pride was on the line in recreational B as DeRoche’s ‘North Fraser Fireballs’ defeated the ‘Indians’ from Lillooet.

Not only is Mixed Volleyfest a blast for participants, the event also raises money for local causes. This year’s beneficiary was the Nicola Valley Search and Rescue team.

Ladies Volleyfest will roll into town on April 26, 27 and 28. A record 52 teams have already registered to be a part of the event.

‘Even for Merritt teams that didn’t make it to the finals, it was still full in [the arenas].’

— Tournament organizer Bill Bose

the Shulus Arena.

The Nicola Valley was well-represented in the tournament, with one team competing in each division.

The event was wellattended, as boisterous crowds showed up to support the local teams, said tournament organizer Bill Bose.

“Even for Merritt teams that didn’t make it to the finals, it was still full in there,” he said.

The home town team emerged victorious in the bantam division, as the Upper Nicola Colts defeated the Succona Lake Wolves 7-4 to capture the title.

bronze medal match.

The championship game saw the Sukwnaqin Bear Cubs defeat the Kamloops Crushers to capture the initiation division title.

The atom division was competitive, with seven teams battling it out for spots in the medal round. After four games in the preliminary round, the Nicola Valley Warriors found themselves on outside the playoff picture with a record of 0-3-1.

The Kamloops Crushers cruised to the championship game after finishing first in the preliminary round.

The Crushers prevailed

Harry Bear from Big River, Sask. earned an all-star nod after his performance with the Interior Renegades in the tournament’s bantam division. Photo contributed

over Dayee Yez to take the atom title.

The Upper Nicola Colts went on a magical run in the peewee division, advancing to the final after defeating the Hustalen Blades in the semi-final match.

But the Colts ran up against a red-hot

Okanagan Silverbacks team in the final, and were forced to settle for second overall.

Colts players Cameron Edgley and Rylan Sparvier were named to the peewee all-star team.

The Chase Chiefs ultimately emerged vic-

torious in the tournament’s midget division.

The hometown Nicola Valley Warriors were up against tough competition, and after failing to register a win in the preliminary round, were eliminated from playoff contention.

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Local teams earn wins on opening weekend Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Three Nicola Valley Thunder teams played in their first games this past weekend as the minor lacrosse season kicked off in Merritt.

Novices earn split against Kamloops The Nicola Valley Thunder’s youngest team earned a bounceback win against the Kamloops Rattlers in a back-to-back series at the Shulus Arena on April 7.

The Thunder began the two-game series on the right foot, as Ethan Pickering opened the scoring for the home team less than five minutes into the first period.

Fourteen minutes of scoreless play later, Deacon Knockwood found the back of the net for the Rattlers, tying the game at one.

With time winding down in the first, the teams again exchanged goals as Don Jarvis

rifled one home for the Thunder, only to see Knockwood tie the game with his second of the period.

Knockwood continued to set the pace for the Rattlers in the second, scoring his third of the game at 3:28 of the middle frame. It would prove to be the only goal for either side in the period.

Kamloops found their rhythm in the third, as Knockwood scored his fourth and fifth goals, while his teammates added two more. Wyatt Streek scored the only goal of the period for the Thunder.

With only a short break in between the games, the Thunder quickly regrouped for a better effort in game two.

Once again, the first period was a tight affair, with both teams scoring a handful of goals in the opening frame.

Jarvis, Streek (2) and Keaton McRae scored

for the Thunder.

But the home team’s 4-3 lead evaporated in the middle frame.

Pickering scored for the Thunder, but Kamloops found the back of the net twice to tie things up heading into the third.

Pickering and Streek took over the game for the Thunder, scoring two goals apiece in the final stanza to secure a 9-7 win over the Rattlers.

Trevin Rooke stood tall in nets for the novice Thunder team in both games.

Peewees show off offensive prowess Things were never in doubt for the peewee Nicola Valley Thunder team in their opening season match up against Kamloops.

Three first period goals set the tone for the Thunder, as Ryland Sheldon scored less than a minute into the first period. Follow up efforts from Jake Klassen and Brody Jury-Hoisington allowed the Thunder to maintain the lead heading into the second period.

The second period saw Jury-Hoisington complete the hat trick,

while Sheldon added a goal and an assist of his own to push the lead to 7-1.

Noah Galbraith (2), Roland Quewezence, and Klassen added to the Thunder lead in the third, and the game finished 11-1. Antoine Gregoire earned the W for the Thunder in nets.

Bantams in tough against Penticton The Thunder bantam team opened their season with a loss on the road to Penticton.

Team captain Carter Shackelly scored the lone goal for the Thunder in the first period. But the team fell behind 3-1 at the first intermission.

Ostyn Fox scored his first of the game, just over four minutes into the second period. But Penticton continued to roll, putting another three goals past Nick Parr in nets.

Fox added another in the third with the game out of reach.

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Merritt Secondary School faced off against South Kamloops Secondary School on April 3. Herald files

scored a try, as did Isabel Chavez, who was playing in her very first game.

Tyra Gage was awarded player of the match among forwards in recognition of her relentless effort in the rucks, winning

many for Merritt and frequently stealing the ball from South Kamloops.

The team faced off against Lillooet in the second game of the season, but results were not available as of press time.

MAY 1 UNTIL MID-AUGUST. Merritt Otters are preparing for the 2019 Summer Swim Season Everyone is welcome to join. Competing at swim meets is not required. We have an excellent coaching staff for all ages. Registration starts now!

Registration: Online at Merritt Otters website www.teampages.com/clubs/5210 or google Merritt Otters Ages: 5 years to adults

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Merritt Secondary School’s girls rugby program started their season off on the right foot, earning a win over South Kamloops Secondary on April 3.

“Coaches Molly and Nathan Brigden and I are very pleased with how quickly the girls settled into new positions, as well as new players performing incredibly well in their first game,” said coach Erica Martindale.

The Panthers saw standout performances from established players such as Justice Aspinall, who scored three tries en route to being named player of the match among backs.

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• Option 1: Regular/ Competitive swimmers (up to 5 days/week) $303 + $47 BCSSA insurance = $350 + $100 fundraising = $450 • Option 2: Developmental/recreational (2 days/week) $183+$47 BCSSA insurance = $230 + $100 fundraising = $330 • Option 3: May/June swimmers - $200+47 BCSSA insurance = $247 + $100 fundraising = $347 • Option 4: Turtles (6 and under) - $183 +$47 BCSSA insurance = $230 + $100 fundraising = $330 • Option 5: Water polo For Swimmers already registered in summer $50 • Option 6: Water polo only .For non registered swimmers $200 + 47 BCSSA insurance = $247 + $100 fundraising = $347

All swimmers are required to pay $100 fundraising fee which you can earn back through fundraising activities. This will be collected online at registration, credits will be paid back at summer end.

Questions? Adam Ware , Registrar 250-315-2744 ottersmerritregistrar@gmail.com Curt Thoms Vice President 250-315-0040 curtthom@telus.net

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GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Join the Merritt Baptist Church on April 19 at 1:30 p.m. at 2499 Coutlee Ave., for their Good Friday service.

Music, message and quiet reflection.

Refreshments following.

For more information call 250-378-2464 or email: merrittbaptist@gmail.com

NICOLA NATURALIST SOCIETY

Grasslands research and weed control in the Nicola Valley, presented by a research team from Thompson Rivers University and the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC. Ecologists Lachlan Fraser, Dennis Lloyd and Rachel Whitehouse lead this work and will give a joint presentation. The project, based on the Lundbom Commons near Merritt, also has an extensive education component and collaboration with the Nicola Valley Community Round Table.

Fascinating research right on our doorstep.

Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m., NVIT lecture theatre. All welcome.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

AA meeting will be held every Monday at noon in the United Church, 1899 Quilchena Ave.

DROP IN CENTER FOR ELDERS

The Conayt Friendship Society located at 1964 Quilchena Ave. has a drop-in center for Elders every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Snacks and light lunches are provided. Elders are welcome to assist in preparing menu and lunch.

A sign-in sheet is at the front office. Elders can provide suggested menus and lunch to reception at the attention of the executive director.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION

Hours are 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m..

Come join us Saturdays for our meat draw.

Guests always welcome and will be signed in by a member.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO

RED CROSS

Volunteers are needed for daytime, evening and overnight shifts at the Nicola Valley Winter Shelter. Applications are available at the advocacy centre, #2-2025 Granite Ave. and at Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society, 2038 Nicola Ave.

CONAYT BINGO

Join Conayt Friendship Society every Thursday for bingo. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.. Everyone welcome to come and play! 2164 Quilchena Ave.

OLD TIME FIDDLERS

The group is actively seeking new members, all instruments welcome but an interest in and appreciation of old-time country music is desirable. The group partakes in two major outings: the Harmon Lake camp-out along with the famous Old Time Fiddlers auction and Christmas party. The goal will be to have monthly music jam sessions. Call 250-2807385 for more information.

HOSPICE

Merritt Hospice is calling for volunteers to support palliative care clients and their families and to support those who are grieving. Volunteers are also needed for administrative duties such a fund raising, community events and to serve as board members. Contact Jill Sanford at 250-3784577 FMI

H.E.L.P. Merritt Red Cross is looking for volunteers for two hours on Thursdays to loan out health equipment from the Merritt Hospital.

You will be working with another volunteer who will help train you. If you can help please call 250-378-5276. Students for summer months are welcome.

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Anyone wanting to research their family trees may contact Al Thompson at 250-2129868. We will open the family history centre by appointment only.

LITERACY MERRITT

Literacy Merritt & Nicola Valley Society is looking for volunteer tutors for the One to One elementary school reading program. For more information email literacymerritt@gmail.com or phone 250-378-7844.

For parents or guardians and children to share fun activities, crafts, games, songs, celebration and sit-down dinner with your family. First Thursday of month, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church. For more

Born outside of Canada?

We can help! Kamloops Immigrant Services is a non-profit agency now offering services in Merritt. We assist all newcomers, including naturalized Canadian citizens, with a variety of services to help you get established in your community. All our services are free of charge for eligible clients. Contact us for additional information at 1-866-672-0855 or e-mail liza@kcris.ca / min@kcris.ca.

NICOLA VALLEY METIS

General meeting will be held every third Wednesday of the month.

For more information please call Betty Ann at 250-378-5015.

Thurs. Mar. 14

Cloudy with showers Cloudy w/Showers High 8˚C High: 9C Low: 0˚C Low: 6C

Fri. April 12

Fri. Mar. 15

Mis of Sun & Clouds Cloudy Periods High:13˚C High: 10C Low: 0˚C

Low: 4C

Sat. April 13

Sat. Mar. 16

Mixed Percipitation Variable Clouds High: 10˚C High: 8C Low: 2˚C Low: 4C

Sun. April 14

Sun. Mar. 17

Chance Showers Wet ofSnow High:8˚C High: 6C Low: 0˚C Low: 2C

Mon. April 15

Mon. Mar. 18

Mainly Sunny Variable Clouds High 9˚C High: 6C Low: -2˚C Low: 0C

Tues. April 16

Tue. Mar. 19

Mix of SunShowers & Clouds SnowRain High: 8˚C High: 7C Low:-1C -1˚C Low:

MERRITT: 1690 Voght Street 250-378-4432

THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church

2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church

2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship

in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 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. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (K - Gr. 4) - 10 am

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2451 Spring Bank Ave • 250-378-5603 Worship Service Sunday -10 am • Sunday School -11:10 am

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Masons meet every fourth Monday of the month.

FAMILY HISTORY

MESSY CHURCH

Ph: 250-378-5223

KAMLOOPS: 471 Okanagan Way 250-372-2233

MASONS

Sale of New and Used storage containers

email: aarsrescue@gmail.com

Meets on the first and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the civic center.

New members always welcome. The next quilting retreat weekend will be on May 10 – 12..

Register at the civic center, open to everyone.

Find us on Facebook!

Join St. Michaels Community Centre at 1990 Chapman Street every Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, music, games and conversation. Everyone is welcome.

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Conayt Friendship Society Pension Day breakfast will be held on every Pension Day from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at 2164 Quilchena Ave. Everyone is invited.

Elders eat at no charge.

For more information call 250-378-5107.

Volunteer servers and cooks are welcome.

Every Wednesday. Doors open at 11 a.m. and games start at 1 p.m.

On-site rentals

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Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and games start at 5:30 p.m. at the Elks Hall.

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MixLight of SunSnow & Clouds High: 8˚C High: 7C Low: -1˚C Low: 0C

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Available at Creative Company 2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813

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Deadline for placing a classified ad is 5 p.m. on Monday. To place an ad please call 250-378-4241 or email: sales2@merrittherald.com Celebrations

Celebrations

Help Wanted

Celebration of Life William (Bill) Thomas McDonald April 13th from 2 to 5 pm the family will be holding a Celebration of Life for Bill McDonald at the Merritt Senior Center.

There will be no formal service, so please feel free to drop in at any time.

Obituaries

Obituaries

MERRITT

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The Celebration of a Lifetime Begins Here On Call 24 Hours A Day

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri.: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m

www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com 2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC

250-378-2141 or 1-800-668-3379 MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY As I allow myself to mourn, I create an opening in my heart. Surrendering to the struggle means freeing myself to move forward.

P: 250-280-4040

www.merritthospice.org Email: merritthospice@shaw.ca

In Memoriam In Loving Memory of

David Charles Morash January 6, 1971 - April 14, 2008

Information Buying Coin Collections+ Paper Money Collections United States,Canada & World Collections WANTED! Todd’s Coins

Help Wanted

The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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Career Opportunities

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is looking for a

FULL-TIME LABOURER. • landscaping experience an asset but not required. • hardworking individual • experience with power tools • driver’s license is a must.

Please fax resumes to 250-378-4166

ARCHAEOLOGICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD CREW MEMBER Deadline for Applications: April 18 - 4:00 pm Duration: full time seasonal positions – till the snow hits in the fall Rate of Pay: Dependent upon experience Start Date: ASAP Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: • Use of mini iPad to collect data through tracking mode, and pictures. Reading maps LV HVVHQWLDO DV ZHOO DV WDNLQJ GHWDLOHG ÀHOG notes according to BC Archaeology RISC standards. • Assessment of impacts on environment, including Cultural and Archaeological values. • Participate in wildlife and plant species studies, knowledge of local fauna and plants, Species at Risk.

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MANAGEMENT POSITION (Kamloops)

TCS is seeking a skilled, experienced and self-directed individual for a full-time management position to assist in the development and monitoring of a Community Based Program for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Applicants must demonstrate extensive experience as a Community Service Worker in a residential and/or community setting. Supervisory experience, mediation and advocacy skills are an asset. You must have sincere commitment to providing quality services to individuals with developmental disabilities. We oer a competitive salary with an excellent beneďŹ t package.

Start date will be determined. This position is based in Kamloops.

Please reply in writing by April 19, 2019.

Thompson Community Services Attn: Chantel Horvath, Director of Services chorvath@tcsinfo.ca

FIND IT IN THE CLASSIFIEDS SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) SUMMER STUDENT WORKERS School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for two Summer Students.

The two persons will provide assistance in the normal maintenance tasks involved with maintaining playgrounds, playing fields and school district sites. A valid driver’s license is required.

It is preferable that students were enrolled full-time in High School/College in 2018/2019, however, MUST be returning full-time to College/University or Trades School for the 2019/2020 sessions. College/University proof of acceptance is mandatory.

Submit applications in-person at the School Board Office, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca.

Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until April 26, 2019. Please forward to: Attn: Operations Manager School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

For further information, please call Darrell Finnigan at (250) 315-1113.

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STUDENTS WELCOME TO APPLY NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY WILL TRAIN. Please submit resume in person to 1195 Houston Street, Merritt B.C.

250-378-6161

CHAIRSIDE DENTAL ASSISTANT & RECEPTIONIST Dr. Saini’s Dental Clinic is seeking a part-time Chairside Dental Assistant and Receptionist.

Dental experience is not necessary, experience with computers and customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities include: assisting the dentist in the operatory room, sterilizing, and reception duties.

This is a temporary (maternity leave coverage) position but it is highly likely it will transition to a permanent role due to upcoming retirements/leave. :H RIIHU FRPSHWLWLYH ZDJHV DQG EHQHĂ€WV Preference will be given to candidates who drop off their resume in person.

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Want to be the Summer Student at the Merritt Library?

We are looking for an energetic student who enjoys working with children. Duties include preparing materials, presentations at elementary schools, running the 7-week programs for different age groups, conducting fun tours in the library, and motivating children to read.

Requirements: • Must be between 15 and 30 years of age. • Must have a valid BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle. • Must undergo a Criminal Record Check. • Must be a Canadian Citizen. • Must have previous experience working with children and/or future career goal involving children. • Must have strong competent computer skills, LQFOXGLQJ 0LFURVRIW 2IÀFH DSSOLFDWLRQV DQG EH comfortable using email and the internet. • Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. • Graphic design or artistic abilities are an asset.

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by Saturday, April 21st. This position is conditional on the TNRD Library System receiving the necessary funding.

Antiques / Vintage

Antiques / Vintage

4th Meridian Auctions & Vintage Shop Now Accepting Consignments of Fine Art + we buy quality antiques & vintage items ~ We host regular online art auctions & sell art, furniture + collectibles directly at our shop & showroom in the Cannery Trade Centre 104 - 1475 Fairview Road, Penticton

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3 – Ford Passenger Vans Viewing Friday, April 12th – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 13th – 8:00 a.m. www.doddsauction.com

3311 - 28 Avenue Vernon Subject to additions and deletions Open for consignments: Mon - Fri 8:30 to 5:00 • Sat ‘til noon

DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259

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Apt/Condo for Rent

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Steel Shipping Storage Containers 20,40,45,53ft.

Rentals/insulated/modification Sales 1-866-528-7108

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