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Merritt Youth Soccer Association player Noah Black kicks the ball away from his goal with attackers Chloe Forgaard and Covin Pierce in hot pursuit during the four-year-olds’ game at Voght Park on Tuesday evening.
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Merritt Mounties apprehended a car thief who stole a pickup truck in Logan Lake earlier this week. Merritt RCMP received word from Logan Lake’s police detachment on Monday to be on the lookout for a Dodge pickup truck, which a highway patrol officer spotted outside the Merritt Visitor Centre at 4 p.m. that day. “When the member tried to engage, the vehicle took off and headed east on Highway 97C,� RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore said. The officer didn’t engage in a pursuit of the vehicle, but did follow the truck up the highway and located the vehicle about 50 kilometres east of Merritt. The vehicle was smoking and losing a lot of its fluids, Dunsmore said. “He wasn’t able to drive very fast,� she said of the driver
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of the stolen vehicle. The driver then went through the median and started heading westbound in the eastbound lane. “He didn’t get very far. He pulled back in to the median because the engine caught on fire,� Dunsmore said. At this point there were two police cars on scene, and when the driver pulled over, police were able to arrest him. The stolen vehicle, however, was left to burn. Officers had a couple of fire extinguishers they used to try and extinguish the flames, but were unsuccessful, Dunsmore said. The 36-year-old driver was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, failing to stop for police and possession of stolen property over $5,000. He has warrants for his arrest in the Lower Mainland for assault with a weapon and identity fraud.
Cellphone game leads to false bomb threat By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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Police evacuated protesters on the side of Highway 8 to the Lower Nicola fire hall after being dispatched to a bomb threat last Thursday. The threat, however, was false and turned out to be two children who accidentally made an emergency call while playing the game Minecraft on a cellphone. Merritt RCMP Cpl. For all your landscaping needs call the professionals at
Doug Stone said dispatchers overheard a conversation from a deactivated cellphone that mentioned someone had a bomb and was going to use it. “The bomb references were actually involving this game,� Stone said. Staff Sgt. Sheila White said two 911 calls were received back-to-back. At least nine police officers were dispatched to the call at about 5 p.m. The biosolids protest site
on Highway 8 was evacuated as a precaution because that was the area the phone was mapping to, Stone said. While protesters were evacuated, police identified the person the phone was registered to, and found the address for that person. That led police to a house on Swakum Road, where Lower Nicola resident Sammie Spahan lives. She told the Herald that her six-year-old son, his cousin and their friend had
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been playing at the end of the street with the deactivated cellphone, which her son had received from a family member. Spahan left her home to travel into Merritt that afternoon and her son went with her, leaving the phone with his two companions — who are each about eight years old. White said a dispatcher will call back to determine if a 911 call is false, and when the dispatcher did that, the
children playing with the phone got scared and buried it. Spahan soon received messages from neighbours who said there were multiple cop cars outside her home. The police called Spahan as well. She said police asked her to come back to the house to help locate the phone, with which she complied. “They searched my house, and outside my house and all around. They
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Biosolids protest sit-in ends By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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A high-level meeting between the five chiefs of the area First Nations and Premier Christy Clark’s chief of staff Dan Doyle was held Wednesday at the Lower Nicola Band office — the result of the chiefs ending their six-day occupation of Clark’s West Kelowna office. Lower Nicola Band Chief Aaron Sam said the meeting was intended to focus more on how the two sides are going to communicate on the biosolids issue moving forward. When the sit-in started, Sam said the protesters would not leave until a moratorium on biosolids was in place. Although the sit-in ended without a moratorium, Sam said that option and mediation between the two side on the issue are still on the table.
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“At this point, I wouldn’t say we’re conceding anything. We left on our own terms, we were there, we made a point,� Sam said, noting the dialogue continues with the government. Sam said part of the reason the chiefs had to resort to occupying the premier’s constituency office was they thought the government wasn’t taking their concerns seriously. “Unfortunately, what we did in Kelowna was really a step of almost last resort,� he said. However, the occupation was carried out in a peaceful and respectful way, Sam said.
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Local man receives national award Peter Samra one of 49 Caring Canadians By Emily Wessel
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Everything longtime Merrittonian Peter Samra does for the community comes from the heart — and, as he recently discovered, his good work gets noticed beyond the city’s borders. His voluntarism of nearly three decades in Merritt earned him a Caring Canadian award earlier this month. Samra was one of only three people from B.C. to receive the award from the Governor General in Ottawa. Another 46 people from across Canada were awarded at the April 14 ceremony. He said it was inspiring to hear the accomplishments of other recipients and to network with them after the awards presentation. “Your mind kind of grows and you want to give to a greater extent,� he said. Over the 27 years since Samra moved back to Merritt after attending UBC, he has volunteered with both local Rotary clubs; been a member and vice-president of the Merritt Sikh Society, which promotes awareness of Sikhism in the community; promoted Meals on Wheels, Country Christmas and the Terry Fox Run; supported multicultural sessions with the Punjabi Canadian Roots Club; and facilitated Merritt Youth and Family Resources Society’s boys’ group. As a Rotary member, he was responsible for the citizenship program, in which he’d select one local student to go on an educational trip to Ottawa. He said it was rewarding to see students who
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were shy come out of their shells and develop personally after their return from the trip. He facilitated that program with the Merritt Rotary Club for seven years and another four or five years with the Sunrise club. Samra also spent one term on Merritt’s city council from 2005 to 2008, during which time he voiced his concerns about the old Tolko beehive burner and Coquihalla toll booths, both of which have shut down. Professionally, Samra’s role in School District 58 goes beyond teaching at Merritt Central Elementary. He is also the district’s Indo-Canadian liaison, meaning he helps new Merritt residents from
India understand the school system here. That includes translating report cards for parents and students alike. Although that’s part of his role as the district’s liaison, it also involves evening calls to parents’ homes to go over individual report cards. At the Sikh temple, he is also a point of contact for translation and his voluntarism there has included accompanying the temple’s priest to the MLA or MP’s office to translate what he requires. Samra said he was stunned in January to learn he would be receiving the award at a formal ceremony in Ottawa. “Somebody kept count of what I was doing,� he said. “You just keep doing things without even think-
ing about it. You just keep doing your own thing.� Samra said being nominated by other people in the community validates his efforts to help others, even though he doesn’t do it for validation. “Don’t think of it as just a minor thing. It makes a huge impact on people, especially when you’re improving their lives,� he said. Samra said he didn’t quite believe he’d be receiving the award at first, but as the April 14 ceremony came closer, it began to sink in. His wife Bal and oldest daughter Rajneet, 26, accompanied him to the nation’s capital. Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Dan Albas was also one of Samra’s guests in the audience.
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would mitigate the risk of water-borne pathogens for Merritt’s community water system. UV reactors are a strong ultraviolet (UV) light that groundwater travels through in a short section of pipe that kills water-borne pathogens that could potentially be present in raw, untreated water. We typically undertake planning exercises in anticipation of future grant funding opportunities and
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New fishing dock installed at Nicola Lake By Emily Wessel THE HERALD
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There was something fishy going on at Nicola Lake on Tuesday, and it now lurks right on the surface of the water. A 40-foot fishing dock was installed on Tuesday afternoon at the pullout about 10 kilometres north of Merritt on Highway 5A. The dock is one of seven that will go Above: The new dock on Nicola Lake at the rest stop about 10 kilometres north of town was completed Tuesday. Below: Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC member Ian McGregor (left) and New Wave into lakes around the Docks owner Mike McNeil prepare to send the first segment of the 40-foot dock into Nicola Lake. province this year as a Bottom: The first piece of the dock goes in the water. Emily Wessel/Herald result of a partnership between the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, the province and the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, which funded the initiative. Fisheries Society member Ian McGregor said docks provide easy access to lakes that don’t require specialized knowledge or expensive equipment like other fishing methods do, such as boats. “This gives everyone a conduit to the lake without spending money,” he said. The program has been ongoing for three years, beginning in the Kamloops area. McGregor said when they put the dock in Edith Lake near Kamloops this year, there were people lined up to get on it. “The use of them is just tremendous,” he said. He said the docks
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HERALD OPINION Land sales leave lingering odour VICTORIA – The B.C. Liberal government’s sale of Crown properties to help balance its election budget was the TOM FLETCHER dominant story B.C. in the legislature VIEWS last week, as the NDP revealed evidence of a “fire sale” that may have left millions on the table. They started with Burke Mountain, the biggest single deal involving 14 view properties in Coquitlam. The buyer was a prominent developer whose array of companies happened to donate nearly $1 million to the B.C. Liberal Party since 2000. The $85 million price tag was similar to the B.C. Assessment Authority value on these forested properties, but an outside appraisal concluded they could have fetched an additional $43 million if they had spent more time on the hot Lower Mainland real estate market. (This sale made headlines last fall for the province’s $8 million buyout of the local First Nation’s undefined territorial claim, when it was revealed the chief of the tiny Kwikwitlem First Nation pocketed an $800,000 commission.) The government’s defence of the sale went from wobbly to weak. Citizens’ Services Minister Amrik Virk was caught flat-footed and tried to get by on platitudes rather than retreat and find some answers. Premier Christy Clark weighed in, arguing that the budget would have balanced without the property sale, and that some sales closed too late to help the election-year budget. Finance Minister Mike de Jong stressed that all these asset sales were detailed in three successive budgets.
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spines enabling even the fattest raccoons to flatten out and squeeze through tiny spaces. Being so adaptable, they’ve figured out ways to stay under the radar for a long time, which has allowed their populations to explode. That, and they have ample access to all kinds of food sources – namely garbage and compost. To reduce this endless nightly buffet, the City of Toronto is considering spending $31 million on raccoon-resistant household compost bins to be rolled out city-wide in 2016. So far, the first raccoon-proof bins to hit the streets have proved their worth by foiling the crafty critters from getting into the bins. In Merritt, where we
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have problems with bears chowing down on our refuse, it seems logical to get bear-proof garbage containers (although, of course, expensive). In the meantime, measures such as reducing the time your trash bin is outside and freezing smelly garbage so it doesn’t attract any unwanted visitors are reasonable ones for the average person to take. These options are definitely better than the alternative, which seems to be “putting down” bears that become habituated to human food sources. For any government agency, a cull or captureand-relocation method should be a last resort. In the mid-2000s, the conservation arm of the Scottish government had
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exhausted all its other possibilities in dealing with an infestation of hedgehogs. The government called for a cull of 5,000 of the signature English animal on Scotland’s Western Isles, where the hedgehogs had been feasting on wading birds native to Uist, one of the remote islands. Hedgehogs are not natural predators of the wading birds because they are actually something of an invasive species, introduced to the island by a homeowner who had brought in hedgehogs to deal with garden pests. The cull was eventually called off in 2011 after eight years and 1.3 million British pounds spent lethally injecting or relocating 1,500 of the spiky critters. The cull and its results were met with everything
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from hefty criticism to staunch support, but the conclusion on its efficacy is certainly far from clear. These days, the debate across the pond is all about badgers. In 2014, the British government OK’d shooting badgers in Somerset and Gloucestershire, England in an attempt to reduce the spread of tuberculosis to cattle. The government stands steadfastly by its culling trials and promises to extend them to other parts of the country should the Conservatives take May’s general election. Whether the trials were actually effective at reducing cattle deaths remains the subject of much debate.
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From Page 6 It’ll be a similar case of wait and see in B.C., where the controversial wolf cull (which the government is officially calling “wolf removal”) is aimed at saving dwindling mountain caribou populations from the carnivorous canines. The cull has ended for this year and saw 84 wolves killed, and is expected to take place for the next four years. Western Australia implemented a shark catch-and-kill scheme in the summer of 2014 to protect human swimmers in the waters off the Land Down Under’s western coastline, which is home to dozens of pristine beaches. Seven people were killed in shark attacks between 2010 and 2013 in western Australia. Baited hooks were lowered in the water about one kilometre from shorelines to catch and kill great whites, bull sharks and tiger sharks. Those hooked but still living and measuring in over three metres could be shot under the cull’s rules. During the program’s trial period from July to April 2014, the hooks reeled in 172 sharks, 50 of which were over three metres long. After intense public backlash, in September 2014, the policy was changed so authorities would only lower the drumlines when there is “imminent threat” to public safety — as in, when a shark’s near the beach or has just attacked someone. That government maintains its denial that the policy was ever a cull.
Dear Editor, Why have algal blooms become more noticeable in the Nicola Valley in the past year and most apparent in Mamette Lake and Guichon Creek? Many fishermen have reported that they have observed thick green floating mats on or just below the surface that are many acres in size. Others, including myself, have witnessed the water at Guichon Greek turn green, and all agree that this is the first time that this has occurred. The development of algal blooms is likely the result of a combination of environmental factors: namely sunlight, temperature and nutrients. Nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous are contributors, according to the scientific community. Science also tells us that some algal blooms can be harmful to the ecosystem, and human and animal health. NICOLA VALLEY
Should we be concerned? I believe we should be very concerned. Is it a coincidence that the application of biosolids at a nearby ranch for the past several years has coincided with the algal blooms phenomenon? According to biosolids advocates, biosolids are rich in nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous. The question needs to be asked: has the repeated application of biosolids contributed to the algal bloom in Mamette Lake and Guichon Creek? We cannot control sunlight or temperature but we can control the amount of nutrients introduced to our lakes and rivers. Our water is one of the most valuable resources we are blessed with. We cannot continue to take it for granted. George Christou Merritt
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The City of Merritt is hosting a free movie night next Wednesday to celebrate National Canadian Film Day. The Whale is a Canadian film based on the true story of Luna, an orca who became a regular around the rugged coastline of the west side of Vancouver Island.
Separated from his pod, Luna’s behaviour around people was interpreted as an attempt at befriending them. The 2011 film is narrated by Vancouver actor Ryan Reynolds, who also has an executive producer credit along with Scarlett Johansson. The City of Merritt is one of
many organizations across Canada to partner with Reel Canada to screen a film in the second year of National Canadian Film Day. Across Canada, more than 140 screenings in every province and territory are expected to take place. The Whale starts at 6 p.m. at the Civic Centre on April 29.
Perception of rushed deal detrimental From Page 6 They downplayed the notion of land sales being rushed. Then the NDP produced a string of emails sent between senior officials responsible for selling two big properties across the street from the legislature. “To be part of the sale and development of over eight acres of Victoria’s beautiful inner harbour area is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. An opportunity that normally would war-
rant years of planning and preparation,” wrote one citizens’ services bureaucrat. “Unfortunately we don’t have unlimited time – our goal is to have For Sale signs up by Oct. 31 with sales proceeds in the bank by March 31, 2013.” Then came a disclosure about a property in Surrey that had been bought as a potential hospital site. Once the existing hospital was expanded, that property was declared surplus. Indeed, de Jong featured this property to promote the government’s
plan to stimulate local economies with private sector investment on unused land. The Surrey deal closed for $20.5 million on March 21, 2014, just days before the end of the fiscal year. NDP leader John Horgan pointed to an outside appraisal of $23.5 million, and an assessment for tax purposes of $27.2 million. The appraiser also recommended that the “highest and best use” for the Surrey land was to hold it until had been rezoned for commercial, retail or office develop-
ment. De Jong cited another big health property in Vancouver that sold for more than its appraised and assessed value. It’s only the actual market that determines worth, he insisted. But it’s now clear that these and perhaps other sales were done with arbitrary deadlines that had everything to do with the B.C. Liberals’ need to balance the books. When elections are a battle of sound bites, perception matters more than reality.
It’s also worth recalling that the budget deficits prior to the 2013 election were largely a result of the B.C. government’s costly undoing of the harmonized sales tax, rather than the harsh forces of international finance. Surplus asset sales have a long tradition in B.C., where the government owns more than 90 per cent of all land. But after this round, full disclosure will be demanded. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
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The Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society’s cold weather shelter saw its most overnight guests in the past three years this season, and wrapped up its shelter program with a volunteer appreciation dinner on April 15. Statistics prepared by the society state that 79 people stayed overnight at the shelter during the 2014-15 operating season, up from 64 last year. In the 2012-13 season, 66 people sought help at the shelter. In all three years, the divide between men and women in those numbers was similar, with men numbering above 50 and the remaining 10 or so guests being women. In the 2014-15 season, 67 overnight guests were men and 12 were women. The shelter had 73 volunteers this season, all of whom put in countless hours. Patricia Ray took her volunteerism to another level this past year by building six beds for overnight guests. Ray dabbles in woodworking and said the guests slept on the floor of the shelter the previous two seasons, something she didn’t like to see. “It gives more dignity to the people coming in, that they don’t have to crawl down on the floor,” Ray said. The shelter society saw some success in helping people find housing this past year. Of the 79 overnight guests, 21 requested additional supports for housing, health, legal aid, mental health or addictions. There were 18 requests for housing, and seven requests for other services. Of the 18 requests for housing, 13 people were housed and remain housed, the
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statistics state. The shelter society also helped three families at risk of becoming homeless retain housing. In all, the cold weather shelter was accessed 923 times this season, up about 50 per cent from the 617 times it was accessed in 2013-14. Despite the spike in visits, the shelter itself was only open 126 days this season – about two weeks fewer than it was the previous one. The shelter opens up in November and March if the weather is forecasted to be below zero degrees. From December to February, it’s open every night. The shelter opened for its first night on Nov. 10 and was open nightly until March 9. In 2013-14, the shelter was open for 25 days in November and was open daily from December 1 to March 28. The 79 overnight visitors this year made up 507 overnight stays, about 100 more than last season, which amassed 403 overnight stays from 64 different people. The number of times guests accessed the shelter for services such as food and clothing in 2014-15 totalled 416, up from the 214 guests who accessed the shelter for these services in 2013-
14, the stats state. Merritt Mayor Neil Menard told those gathered at the appreciation dinner that although the shelter volunteers have busy lives, they are also the kind of people who get the job done. “I don’t know how the city can say thank you to all of you for everything that you do,” Menard said. Shelter volunteer Paul Sahota said he thinks this year’s group of shelter volunteers was the best yet, noting that whenever a volunteer was needed to cover a shift on short notice, someone always showed up. Sahota, a lifelong Merrittonian, said he chooses to volunteer because he knows some
of the people who access the shelter and the circumstances that have put them in a vulnerable position. “It could happen to any one of us,” he said. Natasha Tice has been volunteering at the shelter as part of her schooling in social work. She said she wants to work with people who have addictions, and work as a street nurse. She said she had a great experience volunteering at the shelter and the facility can use more volunteers. Shelter society director Kelly Donaldson said the shelter has a good core group of volunteers that contribute year after year. “It’s really, for lack of a better word, a thank-
less job. I know that you guys feel very strongly about what you do, I know how trying it can be — some of those really long nights where your heart breaks for a lot of people that you keep seeing coming in and we wish we could do more,” Donaldson told the crowd. “We’re doing the best we can with what we have in front of us, but I think every year our group gets stronger, every year our mandate gets more powerful and every year we get closer to coming up with some long-term solutions.” More than 100 people donated items to the shelter this season, and 43 organizations donated items or financial support.
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Two-year-old Finn Hayward and his mother Francy Hayward watch as Finn rolls a ball down the lane towards the pins during the Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser at the Merritt Bowling Centre on April 17. In total, the event raised $4,070 for local mentoring programs. Sixteen teams and about 100 people took part in the event. Michael Potestio/Herald
Spirit Square was vandalized sometime Sunday night.
Logan Lake Home Show set for next weekend By Barrie Ogden SPECIAL TO THE HERALD
What began in the fall of 2006 as an exhibit of local businesses in the gym of Logan Lake Secondary School quickly outgrew that space, necessitating a move to the Logan Lake arena. This year’s Home Show will kick off on Friday, May 1 at 4 p.m. and will be open to visitors until 9 p.m., while Saturday’s show will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There’s no entry fee but
visitors are encouraged to bring along donations of canned and boxed food products for the Logan Lake Food Bank. The Logan Lake Lions Club will be hosting the concession on both days to ensure no one goes hungry or thirsty. It’s very easy to support these caring community volunteers, especially when the majority of their fundraising efforts are used to sustain local projects. The always-popular Home Show Passports will be back again and having your passport
stamped by each of the on-site vendors will give you a chance to enter into the prize draws. Keeping with Home Show tradition, there’ll be an interesting mix of merchants, so stop by and check out what’s available in this region of the universe. A special shout out of thanks is due to LLSS principal Vessy Mochikas and her hardworking Grade 6 and 7 students, who will be helping with the “grunt work” of Home Show set-up and take down.
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A window was broken at the Fireside Centre, electrical outlets inside three flower beds were dug up and damaged and the metal box cover for a gas hookup on the stage was pulled off. Graffiti was spraypainted along the entire back wall of the stage, as well as the side and back of the building. The three-foot-tall black spraypaint had to
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The problems of the world are increasing. To add to them, we have the cyclone that hit New Zealand and area. With all this, Jesus gave a commission to the church. He said, “Go ye into all the world and preach the good news of Jesus’ love to all, no matter who they are.”
God by helping the poor. It is love that God wants to see in His people, unselfish love. That is what Jesus came to show the world, and still is.
Here we see an opportunity for the Adventist church to go with their humanity, ADRA, to go and help these people, and tell them of the love of Jesus in the process. These people will hear of Jesus and see His work in action, and choose to accept Him as their Saviour.
How much is spent on things that are harmful to our well being, and add to our everyday problems? Liquor. How much of our hard earned money is spent on that? How much is produced? What about illegal drugs? It is the same problem, just a different source.
Where do all the funds come from to support ADRA? The Lord said in His word, “bring all the tithes into my storehouse and I will pour you out a blessing that ye will not be able to receive it.” He says more than enough to supply your needs so people give to these organizations.
These problems are everywhere. Under the influence, we create hazards on the road. Daily on the news there are shooting, abuse. These things God does not want for His people. They are looking for Jesus to come and take them to Heaven where there will be none of that.
Jesus said, “Love not the world and the things of the world.” Look where we are today. Everywhere we see the love of That is a big job! But Jesus said, “I am with money and power, which breeds greed and you to the end.” selfishness.
God is not only helping these people Jesus has a wonderful plan for people. around New Zealand, but also giving the He says, “Choose you this day.” Ask Jesus to people an opportunity to show their love to help you make the right choice.
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Ten Kamloops men will strut their stuff on May 9 to help benefit local people in crisis. The Kamloops-based non-profit ASK Wellness Society is hosting its first Mz. Judged pageant to raise money and awareness about stigma and the importance of social inclusion. “We just have to be more conscious of the way we’re treating our peers, neighbours, and the people that we serve, ensuring that we’re treating them with dignity and inclusion,� ASK Merritt acting director Stacy Wormell said. “Stigmatization can be devastating.� Proceeds from the event will be distributed through the society as crisis grants through its two offices in Kamloops and Merritt. ASK Wellness considers any situation that could leave a person or family without adequate food, health, shelter or employment a crisis. “We get pretty creative to help people push on,� Wormell said, adding the non-profit
ASK Wellness social worker Matt McLean is one of the contestants who will be donning an evening gown and displaying his talents during the Mz. Judged pageant in Kamloops on May 9. Funds raised at the event will benefit ASK clients in crisis in Kamloops and in Merritt. Photo submitted
has gone as far beyond rent, food and clothing as helping someone get insurance on their car so they could make it to work. Wormell said although the actual event takes place in Kamloops, the benefit will be felt in Merritt. “Merritt absolutely benefits from lots of the contributions from those fundraisers,� she said. “These funds are desperately, desperately
needed.� Merrittonians might remember the Mz. Judged pageant Nicola Family Therapy held as a fundraiser in 2012. ASK HR director Cheryl Doolan said that’s where the idea for this one came from. Doolan said the satirical pageant is meant to entertain the audience, but its message is to reserve judgement based on outward appearances.
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Merritt up to $200,000 127526 5-311 MERRITT-SP.BRG HWY 128070 76-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 126916 #1-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 127678 206-1703 MENZIES STREET 122407 314-1703 MENZIES STREET 127400 119-1401 NICOLA AVENUE 125434 #6-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 125317 124-1401 NICOLA AVENUE 126733 102-2295 BLAIR STREET 128052 1306 WALNUT AVE 128000 2375 COUTLEE AVENUE 127305 1876 COLDWATER AVE 121146 1650 LINDLEY CRK RD 127478 1951 GRANITE AVENUE 127728 2452 COLDWATER AVE 127307 2276 COUTLEE AVENUE 126329 439 BRENTON AVE 126129 1652 COLDWATER AVE 121540 305-1701 MENZIES STREET 127900 1875 SAGE ST 126048 2263 NICOLA AVENUE 126885 #10-2760 VOGHT STREET 126810 1825 GRANITE AVENUE 126724 2163 CLARKE AVE 121473 1576 HOUSTON STREET 126679 2690 CLAPPERTON AVE 125193 1802 BLAIR STREET 124541 13-1749 MENZIES STREET Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 125489 12-1749 MENZIES STREET 127954 2378 SMITH ST 124333 2687 NICOLA AVENUE 127938 440 BRENTON AVE 127464 2575 COUTLEE AVENUE 125347 1610 BANN STREET 126059 2225 PARKER DR 123892 1532 COLDWATER AVE 126290 1401 DOUGLAS STREET 127534 2556 CORKLE STREET 125662 1769 SPRING STREET 125663 1599 COLDWATER AVE 127788 3340 GRIMMETT STREET NEW PRICE 125795 29-1901 MAXWELL AVE 127342 2464 JACKSON AVE 125655 17-1901 MAXWELL AVE 122220 3387 BOYD ROAD 125552 1741 BANN STREET 125573 2108 CLEASBY STREET
PRICE
$25,000 $34,000 $39,500 $53,900 $58,000 $67,000 $72,000 $89,900 $114,500 $115,000 $124,900 $135,000 $149,800 $150,000 $157,000 $157,000 $159,000 $159,000 $159,000 $159,000 $165,000 $171,000 $175,000 $179,000 $179,900 $189,000 $195,000 $199,000 $207,000 $209,900 $225,000 $229,000 $229,000 $229,900 $232,000 $236,900 $239,000 $246,000 $249,000 $259,000 $259,000 $269,000 $260,000 $289,000 $294,990 $317,000 $318,000
MLS #
House # STREET
Merritt $300,000+ 125531 2950 MCLEAN PLACE 127978 2052 PARKER DR 117612 1201 QUILCHENA AVENUE 127816 2930 MCLEAN PLACE 127934 1625 CHESTNUT LANE 127895 2363 COUTLEE AVENUE 125793 1876 LANGLEY ROAD 126307 2662 FORKSDALE COURT 125979 1750 SUNFLOWER AVE Homes on Acreage 124731 5033 LAUDER ROAD (GLMPS) 127722 432 WILD ROSE DRIVE 127856 1540 MILLER ROAD 125224 4557 IRON MOUNTAIN ROAD 127990 2397 TORGERSON ROAD 125585 6036 BEECH ROAD 126113 311 MERRITT-SP.BRG HWY 128029 2188 SUNSHINE VALLEY RD E 120080 5360 MANNING CREEK FS RD 126334 1016 HIGHWAY 8 NW 116197 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 118481 5240 DOT RANCH CUTT OFF RD Bare Land 127721 2075 COUTLEE AVENUE 127700 2087 COUTLEE AVENUE 126450 2724 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS RD 127492 1585 CHESTNUT AVE 127496 1620 CHESTNUT AVE 127497 1630 CHESTNUT AVE 128105 4217 FALCON CRESC 128104 4207 FALCON CRESC 121605 2730 EAGLE CRESCENT 127815 2488 SPRINGBANK AVE 124901 396 WILD ROSE DRIVE 125633 1305 FIR AVE 122077 2701 PEREGRINE WAY 126000 3435 D’EASUM ROAD 127607 2299 BURGESS AVE 128081 328 COLDWATER AVE 127723 6357 MONCK PARK ROAD 126788 2556 ABERDEEN ROAD 127952 120 GOLDEN QUILL TRAIL 127274 1926-52 NICOLA AVENUE 127935 2208 COYLE ROAD Commercial 125287 1949+1951 COUTLEE AVENUE 122580 2152 NICOLA AVENUE 124886 2008 QUILCHENA AVENUE
PRICE
$319,000 $326,000 $329,000 $329,900 $339,000 $339,000 $339,000 $449,000 $499,900 $219,000 $429,000 $449,000 $495,000 $579,000 $700,000 $802,500 $909,900 $995,000 $1,299,000 $1,690,000 $1,895,000 $40,000 $40,000 $49,990 $65,000 $65,000 $65,000 $78,000 $79,000 $85,000 $92,000 $92,500 $98,000 $99,000 $139,000 $145,000 $185,000 $189,000 $198,000 $274,900 $325,000 $450,000 $75,000 $80,000 $80,000
MLS #
House # STREET
Commercial 124243 2026 125491 2175 124749 2551 122016 1898 122729 2076 119521 1988 126768 2302 126112 311 Logan Lake 125291 347 127405 306-279 124762 306-308 124393 67-111 125939 29 125902 102-308 125072 307-400 125603 3 126728 98 124678 161 126609 178 125782 244 127481 38 125033 8 125620 31 124218 403 127593 415 127547 412 124809 419 123631 227 127245 203 127416 326 126843 131 128110 232 127415 308
PRICE
QUILCHENA AVENUE NICOLA AVENUE PRIEST AVE BLAIR STREET COUTLEE AVENUE NICOLA AVENUE CLAPPERTON AVE MERRITT-SP.BRG HWY
$165,900 $220,000 $329,900 $439,000 $455,000 $590,000 $649,000 $802,500
POPLAR DRIVE ALDER DRIVE CHARTRAND AVE SOLD CHARTRAND AVE(Business) TOPAZ CRESC CHARTRAND AVE OPAL DRIVE AGATE DRIVE JASPER DRIVE PONDEROSA AVE PONDEROSA AVE JASPER DRIVE BERYL DRIVE AMBER CRESCENT BRECCIA DRIVE OPAL DRIVE OPAL DRIVE JASPER PLACE OPAL DRIVE BIRCH CRESCENT BASALT PLACE CINNABAR COURT LEA RIG CRESC ARALIA DRIVE BASALT PLACE
$43,500 $65,900 $69,500 $89,900 $114,900 $115,000 $115,000 $125,000 $133,000 $168,000 $174,900 $184,000 $194,900 $199,900 $199,900 $217,000 $218,000 $219,000 $224,900 $229,900 $234,900 $280,000 $288,000 $295,000 $299,900
SOLD 26-1749 MENZIES ST $210,000 MLS# 124135
SOLD 115-1703 MENZIES ST $49,000 MLS# 126959
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B.C. carbon tax gets international attention of the broadest-based carbon taxes in the world and used 100 per cent of the tax to reduce corporate, small business, and individual income taxes, and that’s resulted in robust economic growth compared to the rest of the country,” Clark said. Clark put a five-year freeze on the carbon tax after winning the B.C. Liberal leadership, and the government has wound up its carbon offset purchasing office and withdrawn from
By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Premier Christy Clark met Friday with the finance ministers of China, India, the U.S. and other G20 countries to tell them about the success of B.C.’s carbon tax on fuels. Clark said in a phone interview from Washington D.C. she was invited there by the World Bank, whose president Jim Yong Kim co-chaired the meeting along with United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon. Countries around the world are looking for greenhouse gas reduction strategies before the next UN climate conference in Paris next December, and Clark
a group of U.S. states working on a regional carbon trading plan. Clark said B.C. will soon appoint a panel of “thought leaders” to see where the province can make further gains in greenhouse gas reduction. One of those leaders who is unlikely to be included is Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver, who has criticized Clark for reversing climate policy progress made under former premier Gordon Campbell. Weaver and NDP
leader John Horgan say the province’s decision to ease emissions rules for liquefied natural gas production is a big step backward. The Green Party has campaigned to increase the carbon tax to $50 a tonne immediately, and keep raising it to promote alternatives to carbon fuels. The NDP has called for carbon tax revenues to be directed to transit and building improvements instead of returning it as tax cuts.
Premier Christy Clark. Black Press files
said there was keen interest in B.C.’s experience. B.C.’s carbon tax was introduced in 2008, and is currently set at $30 per tonne of car-
bon dioxide emissions. That translates to about seven cents a litre on gasoline and similar taxes on coal, natural gas and other fuels. “We’ve created one
The Logan Lake Business Association invites you to our
Annual HOME SHOW
Friday, May 1 • 4-9pm Saturday, May 2 • 10-4
MERRITT ROUND-UP Civic Center Parking Lot Saturday, May 2 • 10am - 3pm
Residents can drop-off these items FREE of charge. Items collected will be safely disposed of, or recycled. If you are unsure if an item will be accepted contact the TNRD at: 1.877.377.8673
WHAT IS ACCEPTED? LOGAN LAKE RECREATION CENTRE ARENA 31 Chartrand
• Adhesives
• Paint
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• Aerosols
• Paint Thinner
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• Antifreeze
• Pesticide/Herbicides
• Batteries
• Pool chemical
• Corrosive/Toxic Liquids
• Oil
• Gasoline
• Oil Filters & Plastic Containers Less Than 30L
• Kerosene
Meet our local businesses! Free Admission!
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• Mercury and Mercury Containing Items (i.e. old thermostats)
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MOVING REAL ESTATE BC LTD. #102, 2840 Voght Street, Box 236 Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8
250-378-6166 – TF 1-877-841-2100 www.century21.ca/movingrealestate April 23rd - May 6th, 2015
FEATURE HOME
COUNTRY HOME ON 1.93 ACRES 2504 Aberdeen Road, Lower Nicola This 4 bedrm home is nicely landscaped with fish pond, mature trees & shrubs and is set back on the property for privacy. The home features 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths, large country kitchen & huge dining room, new roof, HW tank, central A/C, pex plumbing. The basement has new drywall & flooring and a partially finished inlaw suite. #2440
ACROSS FROM PARK
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www.facebook.com/c21movingre This 2 bedrm character home has 1 bedrm up, 1 down, open kitchen concept, and large rec.rm. Yard is fenced with 1 car detached garage/shop and room for RV’s. Close to walking trail.
Located in great neighbourhood with large private backyard. Home features 3 bedrms up, renovated bathrm with large W/I shower, fully fin. bsmt with workshop & storage.
Newer 4 bedrm home with 2 bedrm suite in bsmt. Very nice floor plan, large master bedrm with 4 pce ensuite. Kitchen comes with all appliances. Fenced backyard with garden area.
#2433
#2434
#2435
$209,000 OPPORTUNITY
$269,900
SWIMMING POOL
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Great opportunity for your business in highly visible location. Has 2 bay garage with 2 bedrm living quarters in back. Zoned C4. 200 amp service. Quality built building. Great location.
5 bedrm rancher upgraded with HW floors, newer kitchen counters & paint. Open design kitchen & huge living rm with rock F/P. Private backyard with inground pool, hot tub & sundeck.
#2437
#2438
$289,900
FIRST TIME BUYERS
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Two level home close to town. Has 2 bedrms up, 1 down with partially finished basement with large rec. room and office area. Nice flat manicured lot with sundeck off of kitchen. As is where is.
#2431
$139,000
$329,900
RESIDENTIAL LOT Building your dream home today on this 7783 sq.ft. lot with amazing views and close to shopping, restaurants, services and highway. Relatively flat that will accommodate many home plans.
#2442
$89,900
Coldwater Hills
$309,900
RESIDENTIAL LOT View lot in Merritt’s finest subdivision on the Bench. Full city services ready at curb and underground. Quality homes in this neighbourhood. Build your dream home here!
#2441
$42,000
GREAT LOCATION
#2439
$29,900
DETACHED SHOP
ED DUC
RE
$219,900
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3 bedroom family home close to schools & amenities. Home has large living room and kitchen, sliding glass doors to covered deck and fully fin. Bsmt. 24x24 detached shop.
#2368
$215,700
GOOD STARTER
U RED
Immaculate 2 bedroom rancher with open concept, a pellet stove in the living room, and large laundry/mud room from the 24x20 carport. Includes all appliances. Lane access. Close to downtown shopping, pool & amenities.
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#2443
3 bedroom mobile home with addition in Riverside MH Park. Large flat lot with 9x10 covered deck, vinyl windows and master bedroom with 3 pce ensuite. Great for first time buyers or retirees.
Good starter home in quiet location. 3 bedroom home across from elementary school. Home has concrete foundation & electrical upgrade. Flat lot with carport with 11x12 storage shed.
#2348
$94,900
Character building in high traffic area next to 7-11 Store, zoned C2 which allows for many business opportunities. Has living quarters in back of building with recent renos. Good visibility from this location on main highway.
#2436
$198,000
Grandview Heights
APPROX. 10 ACRE LOTS
Prices Starting at $128,000 + GST Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcel with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have preapproved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells, but all have a gov’t required hydrology study to assure Buyers of ample domestic water. Call for complete details. #1869
RESIDENTIAL VIEW LOTS Prices Starting at $85,000 + GST
Fully serviced residential lots with fantastic views of the Nicola Valley and surrounding mountains. Close to shopping and college. Start building your dream home today! #1726
Lots 1 – 4 Reduced to $99,000 ea. Located Off Lindley Creek Road
This premier subdivision offers a rural living experience with expansive views of the Nicola Valley. Minimum lot size of 0.5 acre up to 0.96 acre, offers privacy and room to landscape. The cul de sac design guarantees no thru traffic and crown land surround entire property. Road are paved with city services in place. #1928 Call for details.
#102-2840 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. - 250-378-6166 - Toll Free: 1-877-841-2100
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Moving Real Estate BC Ltd. LARGE FAMILY HOME
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5 bedrm rancher upgraded with HW floors, newer kitchen counters & paint. Open design kitchen & huge living rm with rock F/P. Private backyard with inground pool, hot tub & sundeck.
Immaculate 2 bedroom rancher with open concept, a pellet stove in the living room, and large laundry/mud room from the 24x20 carport. Includes all appliances. Lane access. Close to downtown shopping, pool & amenities.
Located in great neighbourhood with large private backyard. Home features 3 bedrms up, renovated bathrm with large W/I shower, fully fin. bsmt with workshop & storage.
Quality built Cape Cod home with 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths, country kitchen, family rm & work area in bsmt. Fenced yard with double garage plus 3228 detached shop, covered deck & a gazebo.
Two level home close to town. 2 bedrooms up, 1 down. Home has a partially finished basement with large rec.room and office area. Nice flat manicured lot with sundeck on front off of kitchen.
Traditional style 5 bedroom, 2 bath character home located close to schools & easy access to downtown. Home has HW flooring, central A/C, large fenced lot with deck & RV parking.
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#2433
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#2426
#2431
#2430
$329,900
$269,900
$514,900
$139,000
$214,900
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3 bedroom mobile home with addition in Riverside MH Park. Large flat lot with 9x10 covered deck & vinyl windows. Master bedrm with 3 pce ensuite. Great for first time buyers or retirees.
Quality built log home on 1.03 acres with fruit trees & mature shrubs. Home features 3 bedrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, huge living rm, large country kitchen, huge sundeck & fully fin. bsmt.
#2439
#2419
new
$29,900
$319,900
CLOSE TO SCHOOLS
NICE HALF DUPLEX
LARGE SHOP
STUNNING HOME
DESIREABLE LOCATION
RURAL LIVING
CACHE CREEK
Home has 2 full floors plus bsmt, 2 car garage and legal 2 bedrm daylight rental suite on main with rear entrance. Bright kitchen with island, living rm with gas F/P. Nice covered deck in back.
Beautifully renovated inside & out. Spacious 4 bedrm home on quiet street on 0.25 acre lot with U/G sprinklers. Home has new bathrm, flooring, paint, windows, siding & new furnace.
4 bedrm family home with HW floors, open concept, gourmet kitchen comes with appliances and a fully finished basement. Recent asphalt shingles, some windows & exterior doors. Nicely landscaped.
Well maintained home in good family area & close to school. Bright living room, spacious kitchen, huge family room, 3 bedrooms up, 2 baths, newer vinyl windows & fenced backyard with patio.
This spacious rancher has 3 bedrms, 2 pce ensuite, galley kitchen with nook, large family rm with gas F/P, large living rm, office & storage room. Large detached shop with 2 bays. Lots of RV parking.
Exquisite 3747 sq.ft. home on 0.42 ac with walkout daylight suite, open design with panoramic views & tastefully landscaped. 4 bedrms up, spacious master suite, 3.5 baths, French doors open to deck & views. Lots of parking.
Well constructed home in upscale neighbourhood. Enjoy the great views from this 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with cozy breakfast nook in kitchen, gas F/P in living rm & family rm with patio door to deck. Fenced backyard.
3 bedroom home on 0.35 acres with creek. Has fully finished bsmt with new carpets, paint & HW tank. Upstairs has open concept with galley kitchen. Has 24x28 detached shop with power.
Great 4 bedrm home with some upgrades of furnace, HW tank & roof. Has detached garage/ shop with power plus a carport. Private backyard backs onto Bonaparte River.
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#2363
#2409
#2345
#2346
#2388
#2421
#2234
#2389
CLOSE TO SCHOOL
EXCELLENT LOCATION
Wonderful 2 bedroom + den townhome with 2.5 baths, gas F/P in living room, open concept on main with bedrooms upstairs. Includes appliances & 2015 strata fees have been paid. Double garage.
Nice 5 bedrm home with single garage and fenced backyard. 3 bedrms up, 2 pce powder on main, 2 bedrms down in partly finished bsmt with laundry. New windows upstairs, new HW tank & new washer.
#2376
#2355
$147,000
$219,900
AFFORDABLY LIVING
LOWER NICOLA
SUN VALLEY COURT
$205,900
Personal Real Estate Corporation
315-3043
This 2 bedrm character home has 1 bedrm up, 1 down, open kitchen concept, and large rec. rm. Yard is fenced with 1 car detached garage/ shop and room for RV’s. Close to walking trail
$209,000
Brad Yakimchuk
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Newer 4 bedrm home with 2 bedrm suite in bsmt. Very nice floor plan, large master bedrm with 4 pce ensuite. Kitchen comes with all appliances. Fenced backyard with garden area.
$309,900
Don Ward 315-3503
Ray Thompson 315-3377
$299,900
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$189,900
$289,000
$159,900
$314,900
$499,000
$399,000
$224,900
$234,900
WALK TO SHOPPING
MOVE IN READY
CLOSE TO SHOPPING
FANTASTIC VIEWS
FIXER UPPER
DESIRABLE LOCATION
AMAZING VIEWS
CLOSE TO SCHOOLS
SPACIOUS HOME
NICE ADDITION
ALLISON LAKE
2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. New plumbing with heat tape, 1 bath, comes with all appliances. Quick possession. Close to golf course. Pad rent $346 per month.
4 bedrm executive home with fully finished bsmt, double garage & RV parking. Features Brazilian Cherry HW floors, Merlot kitchen cabinets, 2.5 baths, gas F/P and central A/C.
Immaculate 2 bedrm rancher with updates, living room with woodstove, new carpeting & paint, updated bathrm fixtures & paint. The nice backyard has lane access, 12x24 shop & shed.
Beautiful 4 bedrm home with 3 baths, spacious gourmet kitchen, formal dining & living room with balcony, and the fully fin. Walkout bsmt has large games room with wet bar, Lots of parking.
This half duplex has 3 bedrooms up, open kitchen, 1.5 baths, huged fenced backyard with workshop & is close to school. Needs some TLC. Great family oriented neighbourhood.
Large family home with 3 bedrms up plus a 2 bedrm inlaw suite at ground level. New paint & flooring on main, oak kitchen, HW radiant heat& 3 baths. Fenced backyard with garden area.
Impressive 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with fully fin. bsmt, beautiful oak floors, restored church doors throughout home, geothermal heat, wrap around decks to relax on and enjoy the views.
Large 5 bedrm family home with 2.5 bath, huge oak kitchen with appliances, large family & rec. rooms plus a suite on the ground level. Fenced backyard. Great home for the growing family.
Great family home with 4 bedrms on the top floor plus 2 bedrms in the ground level suite. Backyard has garden space, U/G sprinklers and a sundeck for those BBQ’s. Double garage.
2 bedrm mobile with addition in one of the nicest parks. One bedrm on each end with an open concept kitchen eating area & living room in center. Addition has enclosed porch & family room.
Beautifully maintained 2 level lakeview home on 0.57 acre lot only 2 min. walk to lake. 2 bedrms up, 2 down, custom kitchen, vaulted 14 ft ceilings, large wrap around decks with gorgeous views.
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#2360
#2339
#2358
#2425
#2309
#2396
#2398
#2382
#2383
#2397
$53,000
ADULT ORIENTED STRATA
$498,900
REVENUE PROPERTY
$179,900
LARGE FAMILY HOME
$479,000
IMMACULATE RANCHER
$98,000 NEW HOME
$319,000
$474,900
APARTMENT
$289,900
QUIET LOCATION
$334,900
DETACHED SHOP
$72,900
$449,900
PRIVATE BACKYARD
BROOKMERE
CED
CED
U RED
U RED
One of the nicest gated communities in Merritt with views of the Nicola River. Has 3 bedrms, 2 baths, open design living, gas F/P, galley kitchen with nook, laundry on main, hobby & rec.rm down.
Side by side fourplex on 1/3 of an acre in prime location in Lower Nicola. Has been renovated inside & out including the roof & septic system. 20 yr roof installed in 2003. Don’t miss this!
Spacious 5 bedroom home with huge master bedrm with jet tub in ensuite, open kitchen & family room, Cherry stained cabinets in kitchen, 2 huge sundeck in private backyard plus covered sitting area.
Spacious home with 2 bedrooms and a den or 3rd bedrm, generous living & dining room plus office. Both bedrms have ensuites. Large covered deck, 20x16 detached shop.
In new subdivision, this 2 bedroom home features an open floor plan, country kitchen, master with W/I closet, 4 pce ensuite & 13x10 deck. Single garage. Includes appliance package.
Newer 2 bedroom apartment in “The Summit” comes with stainless steel appliances, 1.5 baths and laundry room. No more shoveling snow! Great place to live, close to transit.
Clean & bright 3 bedrm rancher with full bsmt, vaulted ceilings, large open kitchen with new countertops, family rm with gas F/P, 2 car garage, RV parking with sani-dump and a private backyard.
3 bedroom family home close to schools & amenities. Home has large living room and kitchen, sliding glass doors to covered deck and fully fin. Bsmt. 24x24 detached shop.
Cozy 2 bedroom home with newer kitchen & bathrm renovations, upgraded furnace, 2 skylights and a backyard an avid gardener would appreciate. Has 2 outbuildings and patio.
Great recreational area all year round. Lovely 2 bedroom home with attached double garage with guest room & 3 pce bath. Maple kitchen cabinets, S/S appl, island sink. RV parking.
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#2392
#2183
#2227
#2319
#2340
#2226
#2368
#2285
#2292
$210,000
TRIPLE GARAGE
$265,000
$435,000
IN LOWER NICOLA
LARGE LOT
$199,800
NEED A SHOP?
$299,900
GOOD STARTER HOME
$155,000
$339,900
$215,700
$168,500
$339,000
EXTRA LARGE LOT
RURAL SETTING
GREAT LOCATION
OVERLOOKS RIVER
LARGE FAMILY HOME
VERNON
UCED
RED Quality built home with views & approx. 4000 sq.ft. on 3 levels. Large chef’s kitchen with new counters & backsplash, large family rm, 4 bedrms, 4 baths, fabulous master suite & much more.
Spacious 3 bedrm rancher on 0.39 acres in Lower Nicola. Plenty of room to add a detached shop & park an RV. Home has 1496 sq.ft., open living space, 2 baths, F/P & large open entrance.
3 bedroom rancher, neat as a pin, private fenced backyard, large sundeck, 24 x 26 detached garage/shop & room for RV and toys. Blacktop driveway. Includes appliances.
3 bedroom home on quiet street close to school & park. Home has updated windows, furnace, laminate flooring, U/R sprinklers & central A/C. Shop in back is 22x30 with 220 wiring.
Located in quiet location, across from elementary school. This 3 bedroom home is on a concrete foundation, electrical is up to code, has had some updates. Nice flat lot, has carport and 11x12 storage shed.
Older 2 bedroom home in nice neighbourhood, close to the downtown. An extra large 13,780 sq.ft. lot with subdivision potential. Lane access, huge backyard with single garage.
Enjoy the private setting in Lower Nicola on 0.33 acre lot with several fruit trees and is close to school. This home is perect for a starter home or retired couple. Great views off the deck.
Very attractive mobile in well maintained park in Lower Nicola. Features 2 bedrms, 2 bath, bright open design dining & living room with portable A/C. You’ll enjoy the 44x8 deck and large fenced yard.
Clean 3 bedrm mobile with covered deck & parking stall. New HW tank & new motor in furnace. Home is move in ready, comes with appliances. Pad rent $346 per month.
4 bedroom home with good floor plan, newer kitchen and flooring, in family oriented area, close to schools. Has 2 bedrm inlaw quarters in walkout bsmt. Fantastic views of the city.
Spectacular custom built rancher with walkout bsmt in desirable neighbourhood with views of Kamamalka Lake. Features elegant HW floors, 4 bedrms, 3 baths, gorgeous kitchen, wine cellar & more.
#2384
#2423
#2428
#2291
#2348
#2394
#2299
#2422
#2352
#2377
#2375
$529,900 APARTMENT
$192,900 GREAT AREA
d l o s
$289,000
$224,900 DUPLEX
NEWER APARTMENT
$94,900
FANTASTIC VIEWS
UCED
$135,000
$229,000
NICELY RENOVATED
Excellent Condition
Spacious 6 bedroom home, 3 bedrooms up and 3 down in a ground level inlaw suite. Large fenced yard with detached garage/shop. RV parking & garden area. Newers floors, kitchen & bathrm paint.
1800 sq.ft. rancher only 6 yrs old. 3 bedrms plus a bonus room above garage. Open design kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown moldings, 9 ft ceilings, 4 pce ensuite and a fenced backyard.
RED
Perfect young people, retirees or first time buyers. Nice one apartment in well managed building, close to school, corner store & on bus route. Elevator in building. Strata fee $164.77 per month.
Good starter home or perfect for retiree. Close to schools, shopping & golf course. Fenced yard, single garage. Basement has second living quarters for inlaws.
#2406
#2351
$54,900 INVESTMENT
$159,900
Urban living in one of the finest strata developments. Nice one bedrm apartment with granite counters, shaker style kitchen cabinets & incl. appliances. Clean and ready to move into.
#2373
UNFINISHED HOME
d l o s
$139,000
Unfinished house on 2 city lots, close to river and amenities. This house is in the rough framing stage and a renovation will need a new building permit before completion. As is where is.
You could own this 3 bedrm strata townhouse in Merritt, close to shopping & amenities. Fenced yard, newer windows. Now’s the time to get your own place with low interest rates.
#2418
#2311
#2344
$195,000
3 bedroom rancher with fantastic views of the valley. 5 yrs old, open concept plan, vaulted ceilings in kitchen, 3 baths. 2 car garage with exposed appgregate concrete driveway.
#2370
#2372
$159,900
$254,900
WHY RENT?
Perfect for young people, retirees or investors. 1 bedroom apartment in a well managed building. Close to corner store, transportation & school. Building has elevator for easy access.
$54,000
Side by side duplex within walking distance to amenities. Each side has 100 amp, 2 bedrms 1 bathm kitchen and living room plus a fenced backyard. Total duplex in 864 sq.ft. Adjacent duplex also for sale.
$99,500
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#2357
$298,000
#2278
$295,000
$81,900
$54,900
$339,000
$799,900
AFFORDABLE STRATA UNIT
INVESTORS
INVESTMENT
Why rent when you can own? 2 bedroom strata unit with balcony and storage. Large living and dining room. Great for retirees or first time buyers. Strata fees are $212.70 per month.
7 strata titled townhomes, all within walking distance from downtown. Close to all amenities. Being sold below assessed value at only $88,167 per unit. All are currently rented. Call for full details.
Side by side duplex close to shopping. Each side has 100 amp service, 2 bedrms, bathroom, kitchen & living room. Fenced backyard. Adjacent duplex also available.
Two bedroom upper level apartment with insuite laundry. Good investment opportunity. Close to downtown core and recreation facilities. Property is sold “as is”.
#2381
#2366
d l o s #2192
$59,000
#2343
$529,000
$154,900
STRATA UNIT
d l o s
$94,900
SANDPIPER COMPLEX
LOCATION, LOCATION
QUIET NEIGHBOURHOOD
INVESTORS
GREAT STARTER HOME
DUPLEX
2 bedroom strata townhouse, close to all amenities. Top floor unit with nice views, and comes with appliances. Great for first time buyer or retiree wanting no yard work. Great investment.
Clean, spacious home with 3 bedrms up, 2 down, newer floors & kitchen cabinets. In desirable area close to shopping & amenities. Newer vinyl windows, detached garage, fenced backyard.
3000+ sq.ft. family home in good area, close to amenities & shopping. Spiral staircase, 3 bedrms up, 1 down, 2 bedrm suite on main level, New flooring & paint on upper level. Great for large family.
Good revenue property. Side by side duplex of 1600 sq.ft., 5 bedrms and 2 baths per side. New furnace, 100 amp upgrade and separate backyard. Total income is $1868. Tenants pay utilities.
Side by side duplex within walking distance to shopping. Each side has 100 amp service, 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen, living room and fenced backyard. Adjacent duplex also for sale.
#2408
#2349
#2390
#2289
Very clean home with 3 bedrooms up, 1.5 baths, newer tile, newer flooring in living room and partially finished basement. Fenced backyard, carport off back lane. Electrical upgraded. Close to school.
$103,900
$249,900
$349,000
$319,900
#2417
$116,900
#2371
$159,900
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Homes on acreage
LAke
LAND
ON 1 ACRE LOT
LAKEVIEW HOME
9.8 ACRES
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
This 4 bedrm, 3 bath rancher on approx. 1 acre in a park-like setting has a creek, pond & mature landscaping. Open country kitchen, HW floors, huge family rm, & 20x30 detached shop/garage with power.
Indulge your with 3800 sq.ft. of high end living on 1.3 acres with panoramic views of Nicola Lake. Superb workmanship & detail include granite counters, open wooden beams, 3 bedrms, 4 baths, large deck.
Located just 15 mins. From Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home. Easy access, open, sunny, views, some trees, well in place & power on road.
#2432
#2385
Character building in high traffic area next to 7-11 Store and busy intersection on the main street. Zoned C2 allows for many opportunities. Has living quarters in back of building.
ON 1.74 ACRES
waterfront home
COUNTRY LIVING – 2.11 ACRES
PARK-LIKE SETTING
new Recently renovated home with open concept, vaulted ceilings, 4 bdrms, 2 baths, open country kitchen, airtight woodstove in living rm & office. Enjoy the views from the gazebo overlooking the valley.
Great family home on 1 acre just minutes from town. Home boasts 3 bedrms up, 1 down, updated kitchen, parquet flooring, rec.rm down with bar. 2 car detached garage + 1 car attached garage & separate storage.
#2415
#2306
$399,900
133 ACRES - SAVONA
$334,900
#2427
PRIVATE 30 ACRES
$399,900
$974,900
$194,000
#2436
ROLLING HILLS
117 ACRES
Build your dream home on this 9.9 acres. Has some trees, open, sunny, views, easy access off highway, a well in place and power is on the road. Call for more details.
Property has substantial aggregate deposit, excellent for long term gravel pit operation. 37 acres of light industrial and 80 acres of residential zoning. Estimate of 29 million ton deposit.
#2386
#2387
$194,000
#1663
$495,000
30 acres, great views and perfect for horses with fenced areas and beautiful pastures in spring. Has rustic style 3 bedrm home and open plan concept of kitchen & living room.
#2369
22 ACRES
#2190
9.8 ACRES
Approx. 22 acres mins. From downtown Merritt. Nicely renovated 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with new flooring, bathrms & paint. Has horse barn, 100x44 metal Quonset and new drilled well.
#2342
$549,900
Great opportunity on this 1.74 acres with city services, fenced and can be rezoned to suit your needs. Has 1 bedrm home plus a 900 sq.ft. outbuilding in park-like setting with large water feature. This property has subdivision potential. Call for more details.
$599,900
ON 4.64 ACRES
Great property for horses with riding. This 5 bedrm level entry rancher has a walkout bsmt, 3 baths, updated flooring, plumbing & HW tank, vaulted ceilings, large country kitchen & large deck.
#2321
$374,900
$525,000
Beautiful 4 bedrm, 3 bath log home with open design, new Mill Creek cabinets, new flooring & furnace heat pump. Has numerous outbldgs, barn, storage shed, garage & more.
#2335
$395,000 264 ACRES
COUNTRY LIVING ON 1.93 ACRES
Magnificent 5 bedrm home on Nicola Lake with unique open designed family area with large bedrms & family room with an extra summer kitchen. 3 floors, 2 large covered decks. Has detached triple garage & an underground boat house bunker.
#2361
Light industrial bare lot, flat site, zoned M1 for your business opportunity. Easy access to truck route and just moments from the downtown core. Call for more details.
$998,000
AT NICOLA LAKE 1.033 acre lot overlooking the lake in neighbourhood of gorgous custom homes. Build your dream home now while the opportunity is still available. Ideal lake for various water sports. #2413
#2356
#2322
$310,000
10 ACRES
LAKEFRONT LOT
Gorgeous property of approx. 264 acres with 2 titles. Has 1 mile of Guichond Creek flowing through the property. A great variety of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR.
$1,250,000
$249,900
HAS LARGE SHOP
$399,900 OPPORTUNITY
new
Spacious 4 bedrm home on 4.69 acres with 30x40 detached shop. Home has newer kitchen & flooring, huge living room and covered deck. Great place for mechanics or hot rodders.
#2395
$339,900
Build your dream home in this desirable development of fine waterfront homes on Nicola Lake. Close to 2 golf courses, Quichena hotel, gas station & store. Perfect lake for fishing, boating & swimming.
Great acreage to build your home in the country. Has drilled well, septic approval, power at lot line & driveway are in. Close to crown land for all rec. activities.
#2414
#2379
$242,900
$120,000
#2305
$179,000
COMMERCIAL BUILDING Great location on a corner lot on main street coming into Merritt. This 7300 sq.ft. building is zoned C-4 with a site specific zoning for prof. offices, doctors, lawyers etc. Lots of parking.
#2019
$595,000 20 ACRES
One of the site is entering into a 2 yr lease. Other lot will be zoned with Sale Agreement.
Private acreage, treed with great access to Spius creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line. Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.
#2411
#2047
From 9.8 to 17 Acres
OPPORTUNITY
Two 10 acre lots has just come into the city.
Approx. 0.99 acre view lot in Nicola Lakeshore Estates with breathtaking views. This lot allows you to mold the property to your exact specifications while maintaining privacy.
spius creek estates
$89,900
Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. commercial building in downtown core. New roof in 2013, renovated interior including new paint throughout. Parking in back with lane access. Great for investor or entrepreneur.
12.63 ACRES
NICOLA LAKE VIEW LOT
$199,000
$825,000
INDUSTRIAL LOT
2 ACRES
#2440
#2337
#2359
#2374
This 4 bedrm country home on flat 1.93 acres, nicely landscaped with fish pond & mature trees. The home has a new roof, HW tank, central A/C, new pex plumbing and new drywall & flooring in bsmt with an unfinished second kitchen. Nice country kitchen and a huge dining room, HW flooring & carpets throughout. Has storage shed & workshop.
Busy location with tenant and is fully leased. Total of approx. 6600 sq.ft. 4100 sq.ft. on main, 1050 in bsmt, 1450 on top floor that could be used as living quarters. Lots of parking.
Flat commercial lot zoned C-3 on one of the busiest streets in Merritt. Prime location to start your business or relocate it to a better location. Services to property line.
10.9 acres in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executives homes. Land is south facing, sloped with some trees. Great place to build your dream home and enjoy the views.
#2246
$64,900
COMMERCIAL BLDG Spectacular horse property of 26 acres just 15 mins. From Merritt. All natural grassland with 2 ponds and a seasonal creek. Great place use as rec. property or build your dream home.
$199,000
new
$2,500,000
INDUSTRIAL LOT
26 ACRES Incredible property with unlimited rec. activities – snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, ATVing, hking. Almost surrounds Allie Lake with 2 main cabins plus 3 guest cabins. Buy with friends or family.
$198,000
#2301
$209,000
13 ACRES RIVERFRONT A great property in well developed subdivision of acreage lots. This unique property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro at lot line, septic must be installed. Most of land is flat and useable.
#2208
$2,000,000 INVESTORS
Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. building with office space with one long term tenant. Great for professional offices, retail, lawyers, doctors, government agency, etc. Has approval for residential units upstairs.
#2171
$850,000
INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
$299,000 RIVERFRONT
0.91 acres fronting the Nicola River in the city limits. Within walking distance to downtown. City services not yet to lot line but with vicinity and be arranged for hook up.
#2354
Great opportunity for business in buy Merritt. Has 2 bay garage with 2 bedroom living quarters in back. Zoned C-4 which allows for many opportunities. Quality built building in great location.
#2437
$289,900
$99,000
Immaculate 8000 sq.ft. precast tilt-up building on corner lot with excellent exposure. Easy access to truck route. Adjoining warehouse has bay door, loading deck office & mezzanine space.
#2400
$890,000
WATERFRONT ACREAGE
OPPORTUNITY
Great 6 acre property to build your home or use as recreational. Mostly flat with many buildings sites, has shallow well, septic approval, hydro to property & driveway is in. Close to crown land.
Good commercial building in downtown core. Approx. 5000 sq.ft. of commercial space on the main with 1100 sq.ft. up with a 3 bedrm suite, currently rented. Zoned C-2. Run your business and live upstairs.
Prices starting at $199,000
Country living at its best! These properties are located approx. 15 mins. from Merritt in the beautiful Sunshine Valley. A Phase 1 has been completed and a water report is available. 4 lots are waterfront, all have stunning views of the valley. Area offers swimming, biking, canoeing, horseback riding,motorcycling & more.
GST is applicable
#2401
#2378
$170,000
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#2137
$325,000
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2525 EAST TRANS CANADA HWY • KAMLOOPS, BC • 250.374.4477 • WWW.KAMLOOPSWINNER.CA
WE PAY MORE SO YOU CAN PAY LESS. YOU COULD WIN Due to high demand for pre-owned inventory within the United States (U.S.) market, U.S. auto brokers are seeking quality pre-owned vehicles for immediate export into the U.S. market. U.S. brokers will pay for your quality pre-owned vehicle in U.S. dollars.
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‘15 RAM 1500 ST R/CAB
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Dealing with the Johnston Auto Group has it’s benefits. We are the largest Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealer in the B.C. Interior. We beat the competition with the lowest overhead and the strongest buying power. KAMLOOPS DODGE
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All images are for display purposes only. No two offers can be combined. One offer per customer only, limit two vehicles per household. At time of printing all vehicles were available. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Dealer retains all rebates, discounts, and incentives in order to achieve prices and payments shown in this flyer. All dealer rebates, discounts, factory incentives, prices and interest rates subject to change or end without notice as new Retail Incentive Programs are announced. Vehicle offers end Thursday, April 30, 2015. *A contest will be held with respect to the Grand Prize. Contest Begins Wednesday, April 15, 2015 and ends Friday, July 31, 2015. No invitation/flyer and/or direct mail piece presented after this time will be valid. In order to be entitled to claim your prize, you must be at the least the age of majority as of April 1, 2015 and attend in person at Kamloops Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2525 East Trans Canada Hwy, Kamloops, BC (“Event Headquarters”) on or before Friday, July 31, 2015 and present/surrender your mailpiece, and answer a skills testing question. All winning prizes shall be determined by Kamloops Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, in their sole and absolute discretion. The (“Grand Prize”) is a $25,000 in Cash or a Truck (Valued at $25,000 or less). For full contest rules and regulation, see Kamloops Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram or go on-line to www.KamloopsWinner.ca. Winner is responsible for all taxes, fees, and all registration, according to the rules of dealership and the Canada Revenue Service. **Discounts, Services or Products worth up to $1,000. Purchase may be required. Certain conditions may apply. Redemption is at sole discretion of dealer. Amounts may vary per product, service or discount. (†) Example Based on the Canadian Black Book Value, utilizing a 1.0 to 1.0 CAD to USD currency conversion equivalent ratio, example: 1 CAD vs 1 USD = 1.25 CAD at time of print. Currency Exchange rate can change without notice. Certain conditions may apply. Cash Back available with purchase, on approved credit, customer can increase amount financed in lieu of vehicle discounts. Amount of cashback varies by make/model body purchase. Trade-in: Vehicle value to be determined by dealer, minus reconditioning cost and/or excessive kilometers. Any negative amount will be applied toward purchase of sale vehicle, on approved credit. Available on select units, see dealer for details. See dealer for details. (Ω) Finance Pull Ahead Bonus Cash and 1% Rate Reduction is available to eligible customers on the retail purchase/lease of select 2015 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or Ram models at participating dealers from April 1, 2015 to April 30, 2015 inclusive. Finance Pull Ahead Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. 1% Rate Reduction applies on approved credit to most qualifying subvented financing transactions through RBC, TD Auto Finance & Scotiabank. 1% rate reduction can’t be used to reduce the final interest rate below 0%. Eligible customers include all original and current owners of a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or Ram model with an eligible standard/subvented finance or lease contract maturing between September 1, 2014 and December 31, 2018. Trade-in not required. See dealer for complete details and exclusions. (¥) Receive a $100 Diners card with every qualified test drive, one per household, while supplies last. No purchase necessary. See dealer for definition of qualified test drive. (») $1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest/Skilled Trades Bonus Cash is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2014 Ram 1500 (excludes Regular Cab), 2014 Ram 2500/3500, 2014 Ram Promaster or 2014 Ram Cargo Van and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: 1. Current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram Pickup Truck or Large Van or any other manufacturer’s Pickup Truck or Large Van. The vehicle must have been owned / leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before April 1, 2015. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. (1) VEHICLES MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS ILLUSTRATED. All incentives and rebates are reflected on advertised vehicles including no charge options and conquest bonus. Payments reflect 96 month weekly finance payments at 3.49% APR, plus GST and PST, on approved credit. Stk#15596, Cost of Borrowing: $2,557, Total Obligation: $20,055; Stk#15568, Cost of Borrowing: $2,928, Total Obligation: $22,926; Stk#15421, Cost of Borrowing: $2,928, Total Obligation: $22,926; Stk#15297, Cost of Borrowing: $3,075, Total Obligation: $24,043; Stk#15357, Cost of Borrowing: $4,099, Total Obligation: $32,097; Stk#151039, Cost of Borrowing: $8,242.61, Total Obligation: $63,745.76. Although every precaution is taken, errors in price and/or specifications may occur in print. We reserve the right to correct any such errors without prejudice or penalty to ourselves. We are not responsible for typographical errors, nor are we responsible for late receipt of mail. Contact dealerships knowledgeable and professional sales consultants for any question or more information. DL#5044
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Wolf cull ends first year; 84 killed By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca
The B.C. government has killed 11 wolves in the South Selkirk Mountains and another 73 in the South Peace region in the first year of a five-year plan to protect dwindling caribou herds. The South Selkirk program left seven to 10 wolves alive because they were not targeting caribou, and their movements continue to be tracked. That mountain caribou herd is down to 14, compared to 18 last year and 46 in 2009. The South Peace herds have also seen significant losses from wolves, with 37 per cent of adult mortalities confirmed as wolf kills. Four herds in the region, the Quintette, Moberly, Scott and Kennedy-Siding, were targeted in the wolf removal program. The 700-member Graham herd, the largest in the South Peace, is being left without protection as a control group. The program to shoot wolves from the air was a last resort after targeted hunting and trapping of wolves proved inadequate, sometimes splitting up wolf packs and increasing predation of caribou. The South Selkirk herd has been subject to intensive protection efforts on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border. In 2007 the province banned logging and roadbuilding in its 2.2 millionhectare B.C. range and restricted off-road recreation to reduce human disturbance. In the Peace region, restrictions were approved in 2012 to protect 498,000 hectares of high elevation winter range. The modern program began in 2003, after decades of managed hunting and other wolf control measures. For the first part of the 20th century,
B.C. offered a bounty on wolves that ended in 1955. Beginning in 1950, baits laced with
poison were used in bait stations and later dropped onto frozen lakes and rivers, which
killed other species as well as wolves. Large-scale poisoning in wilderness areas
was suspended in 1960, but targeted baiting to protect livestock continued until 1999.
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Moving? Do it right to reduce risk to back DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN So far this spring, I have been pleasantly surprised by how many new people I have had in my office that had recently moved to Merritt. Unfortunately, the reason these newcomers came to see me is because they had injured their back or neck during the moving process. For those of you who are not patients in my office or have not had someone explain to you how to lift properly, I will attempt to do so.
When bending over to pick something up, bend with your knees. Do not just bend at the low back and hips. To check if you are doing this correctly, bend down as if you were going to lift a box. Your back should still have a concave curve. Your knees should be bent. Your feet should be shoulder width apart and your shoulders should be rolled back. When lifting anything even moderately heavy, be sure the object is as close to your body as possible. You do not have to be an expert in physics to figure out that a 20-pound object held in your outstretched arms will seem much heavier than the same object held against your chest. Do not pack the
boxes too heavy. It is a bad habit to attempt to fit as much as possible in a single box. It will be too heavy and you are putting yourself at risk of injuring your back, neck and
shoulders. It may take a little longer to move boxes that aren’t as full and a few more trips may be the required, but it is worth it. If you have to move large or heavy objects,
rent a dolly. It will give you a huge mechanical advantage and make large jobs seem much easier. The most common locations for the problems to occur are in specific areas of the low back and pelvis. The first potential spot is called the sacroiliac joints. They are the joints between the back and the side of the pelvis. People incorrectly call this their hip. The second potential spot is the facet joints between the individual vertebrae and where the bottom vertebra attaches to the pelvis. All of these joints are located at or between the two dimples under your beltline. When you injure or sprain any of these joints, you will have what chiropractors call a subluxation. This
Positive attitude reduces tension GWEN RANDALL-YOUNG Psychology FOR LIVING How many people do you know who are really, genuinely happy? People who greet each day smiling, with energy and enthusiasm about the day ahead, and an optimistic outlook? When you think about this question, do you immediately assume that something must be wrong with such a person or that such behaviour would be unrealistic in the real world? Think again, because it is possible to be that happy. If you are not dealing with catastrophic events such as serious illness or dys-
functional relationships, you can change the way in which you experience life. It’s as simple as deciding whether you are going to appreciate life or complain about it. In our culture, there seems to be a chronic tendency to complain, if not about the kids or the spouse, then try the neighbours, the school or the government, and if we really want to get into it, we can complain about ourselves. This is not to say that we should not discuss problems or concerns, but rather to suggest that we must make sure that we are not allowing these irritating things to interfere with our own happiness and enjoyment of life. It’s deciding whether we want to see our cup of life as half empty or half full. It may just be that in our society we have the luxury of complaining about
little things because there aren’t that many big things to complain about. When I count my blessings, I include the fact that I don’t live in a poverty-stricken country, that I am free to move about as I like and say whatever I want. I’m thankful too that I don’t have to live amongst guns and tanks, don’t have to have my food rationed, and don’t have to go without needed medical treatment either because it’s unavailable or too costly. I am thankful that my family
is healthy, and that I have a job. The list goes on and on, but the important point is that these are major blessings, and learning to truly appreciate even a few of these major blessings can make all the difference in how we view our lives. If we truly understand how fortunate we are, then every single day we have a reason to celebrate. If we approach life with an attitude of thankfulness and joy, something magical happens. The first thing that happens when we are
in this kind of awareness is that the little things no longer bother us as much. The second thing is that our attitude can be contagious, and others feel more positive around us. This automatically reduces tension and conflict, and things go more smoothly. Our positive energy acts like ripples in a pond, moving out into the world. So let’s be thankful, today and every day. Pass it on. Gwen Randall-Young is an author and award-winning psychotherapist.
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is simply when the joint becomes stiff or “jammed” and there is inflammation in or around the joint. This inflammation can irritate the neighboring nerve. This irritated nerve is responsible for controlling all sensation and muscle contraction in your leg. Therefore,
this can result in you feeling pain, numbness, muscle spasm, and even weakness in the leg. Are you in pain and reading this advice a little too late? If you have any of the symptoms I just described, see your chiropractor immediately.
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Merritt lacrosse teams win, lose on weekend By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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With some hard-fought games, the Nicola Valley Thunder teams went 1-2 on the weekend in junior lacrosse. On Saturday the peewee team was handed a hefty loss at the hands of the Penticton Heat. The heat was on early as Penticton controlled the play in the attacking zone, but the Thunder held their own, surrendering just two goals in the first period. In the second, Penticton would keep its foot on the gas pedal, scoring three times in the first 10 minutes of the period. They’d add another before the period was done. Despite the deficit, the Thunder showed some short bursts of offence in the first two periods, and began to show some signs of life in the third. The Heat went up 7-0 in the middle of the third period, but a five-on-three power play allowed the Thunder to break the goose egg on a goal by Bryce Garcia for the Thunder’s only point. The Heat would go on to score twice more in the period to make the final score 9-1. BIG WIN IN MIDGET GAME In midget lacrosse action on Sunday, the Thunder won their season opener in what turned out to be a closer game than it started out as. The Thunder jumped out to a commanding 4-0 lead in the first period with its first three goals coming from Caleb Hartwig, Tom Girard and Anthony Tulliani. The final goal of the period saw Fred Ware drive to the net from out of the corner and whip one home in the final minute. In the second, play seemed to even out a bit and Penticton got on the board on a goal by Ethan Finlayson. The Thunder’s Hartwig, how-
Tom Girard of the Nicola Valley Thunder fires a shot on Penticton goalie Carson Shortreed during in the Thunder’s first midget matchup of the season. Michael Potestio/Herald
ever, countered that with his second of the game to make it 5-1 at the end of two periods. Victory looked to be certain until a giveaway by the Thunder in their own zone led to another Penticton goal. Mere minutes after that, Jace Canada of the Heat fired a laser from afar that found the back of the net to make it 5-3. But that’s as close as the Heat would come as the Thunder cauterized the wound when Ware scored his second goal of the game at the 10-minute mark to win the game 6-3. Thunder head coach Rick Baker said he thought the four goal lead, which his team almost relinquished, may have diminished the focus the Thunder had at the start of the game. BANTAM THUNDER LOSE CLOSE GAME The following bantam game that day saw the Thunder go toeto-toe with the North Okanagan Legends, a team that’s a bantam level above their own. You wouldn’t have known it by the game they managed to put together. Thunder goalie Colton
Macaulay was definitely the standout player in the game as he faced more than 50 shots from the opposition. Though Nicola Valley eventually lost 5-2, the game, for the most part, was a close one. After a scoreless first period, the Thunder jumped ahead 1-0 in the second with a breakaway goal by Bill Brewer. But the Legends lived up to their name, owning most of the offensive pressure in the game. Their 50-plus shots on goal towered over the 20-something the Thunder attempted on the North Okanagan net. The Legends would tie the game 1-1 with three minutes left, but the Thunder retook the lead before the period was done. But the third period would belong to North Okanagan as the team scored four goals en route to a 5-2 victory over the Thunder. Thunder head coach Wayne Kaboni said his team played with heart and controlled most of the game. “They didn’t give up. [Our] goalie kept us in the game; I mean, he stood on his head for most of that game and that’s a higher calibre team that we played,” Kaboni said.
Nicola Valley Thunder goalie Peyton Fox prepares to stop a shot from Trey Swanson of the Penticton Heat in an action-packed peewee lacrosse game Saturday that saw the Heat prevail 9-1. Michael Potestio/Herald
PASS PRACTICE Nicola Valley Thunder lacrosse tyke players Wyatt Streek and Chase Bidden get some coaching from Six Nations lacrosse player Roger Vyse last Thursday. Players of all ages participated in a clinic at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena instructed by Vyse and three other coaches from the southern Ontario lacrosse club. The clinic was offered free of charge and saw players work on their passing, shooting and goaltending. Emily Wessel/Herald
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Cross-Canada trekker makes Merritt pit-stop By Emily Wessel THE HERALD
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Following in the footsteps of his idol Terry Fox, one Quebec man on a cross-country journey stopped in Merritt on Tuesday. Athlete and teacher Steve O’Brien is taking to the road in a unique cross-Canada adventure to inspire children the country over by making the 11,000-kilometre trek in ways they might choose to do it. “I got into schools and I said to the kids, ‘If you were crossing Canada, which way would you do it?’” O’Brien said. He left the schools with 10 different methods: the standard walk, run and bike; and also via rollerblades, scooter, longboard, skateboard, snowshoes and crosscountry skis. O’Brien also has a wheelchair and an
adapted bike that’s pedalled by hand, which he said he chose to incorporate to represent the people with special needs he has worked with in schools. Without trying to fill Terry Fox’s worn running shoes, O’Brien is taking on the trek to send kids across Canada that message of perseverance. “He sent a message that will never be forgotten,” O’Brien said of his childhood idol. “The guy had no technology, running on one leg, an old Adidas running shoe, a van that stunk like all hell, and the guy just kept going and going.” He’s also raising money for the Steve O’Brien Foundation, which distributes funds to schools and youth programs across the country. In the past, the foundation has purchased items for school libraries,
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Teacher and athlete Steve O’Brien stopped in Merritt on Tuesday on his cross-Canada tour to spread his message of perseverance at area schools. Emily Wessel/Herald
gym equipment, art supplies and basic necessities for students in need. The foundation will keep track of where all the dollars raised come from and redistribute them to youth programs in the provinces they’re donated from.
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ney from Victoria to St. John’s with a ceramic hip he had implanted last year. He spent the year after his hip surgery training and gathering sponsorships. O’Brien left his hometown of Lachute,
schools and youth programs to organize their own relays and submit the number of kilometres they cover in their relays online at the foundation’s website. “In the end, we’re going to see who did more: the old man or the kids,” he said. O’Brien estimates the tour will cost between $40,000 and $50,000. His major sponsor is Meglab, a Quebec mining company. Although raising money for community causes is the purpose for the tour, at the heart of the journey is O’Brien’s message of youth empowerment. “We want the kids to be the shining stars of the cross-Canada tour,” he said. “I’m just the teacher making sure the kids are doing it right. They’re carrying that relay stick across Canada for me.”
Panthers all tied up with Saints By Michael Potestio
GIVEN THE BOOT Kamdyn Marple tries out his goal kick on Tuesday evening during Merritt Youth Soccer Association games at Voght Park. Michael Potestio/Herald
Along with being a gym owner and a teacher, O’Brien is a three-time gold medallist from the World Olympics Masters Games in the 400-metre sprint. The indefatigable 50-year-old is taking on the eight-month jour-
Que. on April 7. Although in his first two weeks it’s been mostly smooth sailing, there have been some rough days, he said. “The other day, I was coming down one of the hills and I didn’t think it was very steep, but it was 10 per cent,” he said. “I was on my rollerblades. So at one point, I decided to just jump in the ditch. There’s no way I would’ve made it down that hill at that speed.” O’Brien plans to cover about 50 kilometres a day, but in the first two weeks, ended up covering as many as 90 kilometres in a single day. Having arrived in Merritt a day early, O’Brien took his opportunity to visit with principals at five Merritt schools to tell them about his trip. In each town or city he passes through, O’Brien is recruiting
Neither team was able to pull ahead when the Merritt Secondary School Panthers played host to the NorKam Saints on Monday. The Panthers tied the Saints 12-12 after leading 5-0 at halftime. The points weren’t to come easy as demonstrated in the first half when MSS scored a hard-fought try, rucking its way up the field. Kalea Palmer was irrepressible on a goal line drive by MSS, reaching out in desperation to score the try that opened the scoring. The conversion kick, however, was no good. In the second half, NorKam would score on a goal line play of their own as MSS took a penalty deep in their zone and ultimately lost the battle to keep the Saints from
breaching their defensive line covering the end zone. Luckily for the Panthers, their conversion kick was incomplete, leaving the game tied 5-5. The game remained a fairly back-and-forth affair until the Saints managed to score a try off a breakaway. “We had our winger on the side, did a really good job and pushed her to the side, but they have a really, really good scrum half who runs the ball really well,” MSS coach Heidi Andersen said. Their conversion kick was good, giving the opposition a 12-5 lead, and time wasn’t on the Panthers’ side. With the game on the line, the Panthers came up big with a try but it was called back due to a double motion — a tough call to take at a critical juncture. With a loss looming, Katie Huber managed to find some space and
MSS scrum half Katie Huber battles with a defender as she attempts to march the ball upfield. Huber went on to score a try for the Panthers. Michael Potestio/Herald
run in a breakaway try for the Panthers. “Our scrum half Katie just found a little pocket and made a break for it,” Andersen said. Now with the score
12-10, MSS couldn’t afford to miss another conversion kick, but thankfully Jaycee Chenier booted it right between the uprights to earn the tie. Andersen said in
their first meeting on April 1, the Saints and the Panthers were very unevenly matched. That game ended with a score of 29-7 in favour of the NorKam squad. “But now we are an extremely evenly matched team, so I don’t feel bad about taking a tie from this team,” Andersen said. She said the Panthers’ defence played much better than in the first game against NorKam in which the Panthers took a lot of penalties and the Saints broke through their defensive line over and over again. Andersen said the team’s tackling was better executed and their rucks were faster. “Our girls played phenomenal,” she said of this second game. The Panthers are now 1-1-1 this season and will travel to Lillooet next Thursday for their final game of the regular season before playoffs.
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Merritt Old Time Fiddlers Will be having a baron of beef and jam session at the Legion on Saturday, April 25, 2015. Baron @ 6 p.m. and Music @ 7 p.m. Everyone welcome.
The Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club Starting our spring/ summer archery practise Tuesday April 28. It will run from 6:30-7:30 and be out at the gun range. For more information please contact BJ Moore @ 250-2800304.
National Canadian Film Day At the Merritt Civic Centre April 29 at 6 p.m. Featuring “The Whale�: The true story of Luna; a young wild killer whale who tries to befriend people on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island. Call 250-315-1050 for more info.
Movie Night at Merritt Baptist Church The prophetic movie “End Times Eyewitness: Israel, Islam and the Unfolding Signs of Messiah’s Return� (70 minutes) will be shown on Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m. at 2499 Coutlee. Doors open at 6.30 p.m. Free admission! Info at 250378-2464.
Elks Bingo Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 12 p.m.
Brigham Young University Living Legends Living Legends captures the essence of ancient and modern culture in a celebration of Latin American, Native American and Polynesian song and dance. Perfomance on Monday, May 4, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at the Merritt Civic Centre. Tickets available at Black’s Pharmcy, Home Hardware, and Brambles Bakery.
A Mothers Day Weekend Celebration with Elvis “Adam Fitzpatrick�as ELVIS, May 8, 2015 at the Merritt Seniors Centre, 1675 Tutill Court (beside the museum) Doors open at 6 p.m. Show time at 7 p.m. Adults only. Tickets available at Blacks Pharmacy 250-378-4407.
Recycle and Help The Graduating Class of 2015 is looking for anyone who wants to help out raise money for their River Rafting Trip, there has been a bin set up at the bottle depot. Please drop your bottles off and let them know that it is for the MSS Grads.
Nicola Valley Cruisers Car Club Are you interested in cars, cruising and joining in activities related to cars? Nicola Valley Cruisers Car Club would welcome you as a member. Meetings are monthly on the 1st Wednesday of the month at the Ramada at 7:00 p.m. For more info call Russ or Charlotte at 250378-2290.
LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
Conayt Elders Drop In Centre
Living with the Loss Support Group Wednesday 7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. #12-2025 Granite Ave, Merritt. Call 250-280-4040.
Tuesday & Thursday Mornings, 8:30 am – Noon, 2164 Quilchena Avenue. All Elders welcome – just come out and visit! For info, contact Deloris at 250-3785107.
Knitwits Love to knit or crochet? Come on down to Brambles Bakery Thursday evenings bring your yarn and needles and join in the fun.(1st Thursday of the month)
Plant and Yard Sale The Catholic Women’s League are having a Plant and Yard Sale on Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Catholic Church Hall. Corner of Blair St. and Coldwater Ave. for more info phone 250-378-3910
Shelter looking for volunteers The Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society is seeking volunteers to fill shifts at the Extreme Weather Response Shelter located at 1937A Quilchena Ave. from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight daily. Volunteer application packages are available at the Community Policing Office (250-378-3955) at 2013 Quilchena 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 bingo! 2164 Quilchena Ave.
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Summer Student Employment Opportunity The Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary is looking for summer help for the Thrift Shop.
2 FULL TIME POSITIONS & 1 PART TIME AVAILABLE Hours of Work are Tuesday to Saturday, 8 hours a day. Start date June 16 to August 22, 2015 Wages $11.00 per hour. Detailed resumes to be dropped off at the Thrift Shop, 1803 Voght Street. Deadline for receiving resumes is May 15, 2015.
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RELIEF CARPENTER Applications are invited for the position of Relief Carpenter with School District No. 58, (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt. This is an on-call position, salary and beneďŹ ts will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement. The successful applicant must have the following: s A thorough knowledge of their trades, materials, methods and tools. s Completion of a recognized apprenticeship and at least six months experience in the trade s Class 5 B.C. Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence s QualiďŹ ed Journeyman (B.C. T.Q. or Inter-Provincial T.Q.) For a complete listing of the job description and qualiďŹ cations please visit the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.sd58.bc.ca click on Jobs/ Support Positions and search under â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Current Job Opportunitiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and follow the prompts (Job Code 943222). Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until May 1, 2015. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District #58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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SUMMER STUDENT WORKER School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) requires Summer Students. The worker will provide assistance in the normal maintenance tasks involved with maintaining playgrounds, playing Ă&#x20AC;elds and school district sites. A valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license is required. Students must have been enrolled full-time in High School/College in 2014/2015 and must be returning full-time to College/University or Trades School for the 2015/2016 sessions. Application forms are available at the School Board OfĂ&#x20AC;ce, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, Princeton Secondary School, 201 Old Merritt Road, Princeton, or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Jobs/Support Positions/Job Postings, listed under Job Code #319773, and follow the prompts. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until May 1, 2015. 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 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted. For further information, please call Archie Stogianos at (250) 315-1113.
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Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) Job Posting: Education Coordinator Reporting to the Education Department Manager, the Education Coordinatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary role will be to assist in the planning, developing and administrating the affairs of the Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) Education programs and services. DUTIES AND TASKS: s Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Lower Nicola Band policies, regulations and procedures and as directed by the Education Manager; s Assist in providing support services to the Lower Nicola Indian Band students, Parents and Teachers in the Public School system; s Assist in processing Post Secondary Education Applications for education assistance; s Assist in providing academic advising to postsecondary students; s Maintain and update the conďŹ dential Education ďŹ ling system; s In consultation with the Education Department Manager and the Director of Human Services, develop and amend as appropriate a short term and long term education plan for LNIB; s Liaises with students, parents and Public School Teachers; s Preparation of reports to the Department of Indian Affairs and funding agencies in consultation with the Education Manager; s Maintain a database of the training and education of the Lower Nicola Indian Band Community. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: s Minimum Grade 12 with at least 2-4 yrs College or University; s A Degree or Diploma in Education Administration or a Degree or Diploma in Business Administration; s Minimum of two (2) years related experience preferably in an equivalent First Nations Education position; s Computer competency in Microsoft products and applications; s Ability to speak or have the willingness to learn the Nlakaâ&#x20AC;?pamux language, culture and traditions; s Solid interpersonal, administration/organization and problem solving skills; s ProďŹ cient and articulate in oral and written communication; s Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload and work independently; s Possession of a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license; s Access to a reliable vehicle; s Must be willing to submit to a criminal record check; s Have knowledge of LNIBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resources. Salary: Based on experience Deadline: May 4th, 2015 @ 2:00pm (no exceptions) Start Date: ASAP Applicants are requested to submit their resume to the Lower Nicola Indian Band ofďŹ ce at: Lower Nicola Indian Band Attn: Education Department Manager 181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, BC V1K 0A7 or Fax 250-378-6188 Attention Education Department Manager or Email: lcharlton@lnib.net We thank all those that apply however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) File/Communications Clerk Department: Lands & Economic Development Position Title: MAT Leave Position - File / Communications Clerk Reports To: Director of Lands & Economic Development Summary of Organizational Responsibilities: Responsible for classifying and ďŹ ling Economic Development and Negotiations documents and mail upon receipt (Canada Post, courier, email, fax, and hand-delivery) for Economic Development and Negotiations Committee; locate and make available ďŹ les/records when required/requested. DUTIES AND TASKS Filing: UĂ&#x160; ClassiďŹ es, codes and stores records/documents; UĂ&#x160; Maintains and updates indexes for ďŹ ling system(s); UĂ&#x160; Reviews ďŹ les periodically to ensure they are complete and correctly classiďŹ ed; UĂ&#x160; Locate ďŹ les/materials when requested; UĂ&#x160; Performs other related responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Communications: UĂ&#x160; Assist the communications team with community meeting(s); UĂ&#x160; Engage membership on various topics of interest to the organization; UĂ&#x160; Update the website and social media platforms; UĂ&#x160; Duties include making arrangements by email and phone, attending meetings, and documenting meetings. Clerical/Administration: UĂ&#x160; Provides clerical support in the areas of photocopying, word processing, and faxing and mail distribution; UĂ&#x160; Process incoming and outgoing mail, electronically and/or manually; UĂ&#x160; Send and receive messages and documents using fax machine or electronically; UĂ&#x160; Draft & process outgoing correspondence on request of supervisor. UĂ&#x160; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: UĂ&#x160; Highschool completion with one to two years related work experience, or an appropriate combination of education and experience, preferably with First Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community services. QualiďŹ cations: UĂ&#x160; A valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license with your own vehicle; UĂ&#x160; Occasional travel may be required; UĂ&#x160; Excellent communication (oral/written) skills; UĂ&#x160; Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher; UĂ&#x160; Experience working on a Mac laptop computer; UĂ&#x160; Love working with technology like websites, social media, video, and cameras; UĂ&#x160; A team worker with a great work ethic, a selfstarter and able to work independently; UĂ&#x160; Preference will be given to youth between the ages of 18 to 34 years of age; UĂ&#x160; Ability to speak or willingness to learn the Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;lakapamux language. Salary: To be negotiated Deadline: April 24, 2015 Start Date: May 4, 2015 Apply To: Director of Lands and Economic Development C/O Lower Nicola Indian Band 181 Nawishaskin Lane Merritt, BC Fax: (250) 378 - 6188 V1K 0A7 E-mail: reception@lnib.net Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume and three references.
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Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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April 23, 2015
!! ! N ES O I I ! S B IS EE YS A R M F W D A F EA E O V E I S R F ON D G T N A
Scw’exmx Community Health Services Society Presents:
NICOLA VALLEY
Health & Wellness Fair Saturday April 25th, 2015!
10am-4pm at the Merritt Civic Centre
COME ENJOY JOY THE EXPERIENCE! • FREE sandwich lunch at noon with diabetes skit by the famous Mrs. Pudding! • Free exercise classes (spinning, yoga, cardio, etc.) • Kids room with activities and Uncle Chris the clown! • Blood pressure and blood sugar screening • Balloon drop with prizes! • Hearing, vision, and lung health screening
SOMETH IN KIDS AN G FOR D ADULT S!
• Everyone gets a free tote/lunch bag and other giveaways! • Learn about swim safety, nutrition, hoop dancing, and fall prevention! • Door prizes worth thousands! Bicycles, fitbits, gift cards, sewing machine, Lego sets, and many more! • 40+ information booths including: dietician, pharmacist, kidney health, children’s programs, gyms, dentist, smoking and gambling prevention, firefighters, HIV testing, Feel the Beat, aromatherapy, hospice • Craft tables!
EXERCISE CLASSES 10:30-11:00: Stretching with Kylee Street (Persistence Personal Training)
11:15-12:00: Spinning: indoor cycling workout! (Being held at Planet Fitness, 1901 Quilchena Ave)
MAIN STAGE EVENTS
1:00-1:45: Yoga with Lindsay
10:00 - Opening prayer and drumming with
2:00-2:45: Cardio with Kylee
MC Richard Jackson
10:30 - Trey Turko (elite physique training): physical activity tips 10:45 - Nicola valley aquatic center: water safety 11:15 - Uncle Chris the clown: magic show 12:00 - Sandwich lunch! 12:30 - Mrs. Pudding: Diabetes Skit 1:30 - Susan Johnson: Nutrition on a low income 2:00 - Champion hoop dancer Vileena Peterson 2:30 - Lifeline (fall prevention) 3:00 - Kidney health presentation by nurse practitioner Julie Loverlin 3:30 - Balloon drop in main foyer
Special thanks to our sponsors: Lower Nicola Health Unit, City Furniture, Success By Six, and all the other participating community organizations and businesses! Organized by Scw’exmx Community Health Services Society and Lower Nicola Health Unit. Contact Rose or Rena at 250-378-9745 for more information.
3:00-3:45: Spinning class (at Planet Fitness)
MOVIE/EDUCATION ROOM -With free popcorn all day!
10:30-12:00: Food Inc. 1:00-2:00: No Woman No Cry (Low income/third world pregnancies. Includes scenes of childbirth and may not be suitable for young children.
2:15-3:00: Amelia Washington (elder): discussing local traditional/medicinal plants 3:15-3:45: Nutrition Made Clear