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FLOOD PLANNING A provincial grant will allow city staff to undergo an emergency training exercise designed to test the city’s preparedness for another flood.
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COLD CASES A new online tool allows the public to examine the case files associated with unidentified human remains found across the province.
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MLS#150114 $175,000 Two bedroom, possibly three bedroom, 1 bathroom home located within walking distance from downtown Merritt and all it has to offer. New hot water tank and some updated vinyl windows.
MLS#147206 $199,000 One acre lake view property located at Nicola Lakeshore Estates, 2.5 hours from downtown Vancouver. Exquisite property with breathtaking views, experience for yourself!
MLS#145499 $199,000 4,600 sqft shop space, cinder block walls, C-3 zoning, located on 6,100 sqft lot with alley access. Excellent space for any number of trades. Current leasehold tenant in place.
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MLS#150455 $280,000 Move-in ready 4 BR, 2 BA family home with lots of renovations, close to downtown Merritt. Large open kitchen with newer appliances two bedrooms on the main, two bedrooms in the basement.
MLS#149814 $299,900 Lovely 5 BR, 2 BA family home with spacious rooms, newer paint, flooring & more! Includes a nice selfcontained in-law suite with 2 BR and 1 BA, laundry, new paint and flooring.
MLS#149550 $339,000 Move-in ready, 2 BR, 2 BA home located in the desired area of Lower Nicola. New kitchen complete with all new appliances, new flooring in the kitchen, and more.
MLS#150431 $339,000 Nice 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA family townhouse located in low maintenance strata development.Bright open design with kitchen, dining and living room, entry to the double car attached garage, and more.
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MLS#150182 $369,000 Nice rancher style home with full daylight walkout basement on the Merritt Bench. 3 BR up and one down. Gallery style kitchen open to the living and dining room. Breathtaking views of the Nicola Valley.
MLS#148891 $389,900 3 BR, 2 BA, two-storey family house on quiet cul de sac in a lovely neighbourhood. This home has had many recent renovations including brand new roof in Oct 2017 - must see!
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EMERGENCY TRAINING
City staff gears up for flood season Merritt received a provincial grant for emergency preparedness tools and training.
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The sandbags have been ordered, emergency training scheduled, funding applications submitted and city hall is bustling with activity as staff prepare to stay afloat this spring. “Primarily right now we are continuing to look at temporary mitigation efforts,” said the city’s acting CAO Sheila Thiessen.“We have been re-evaluating what we have done in the past couple of years and how we can move forward and make them better.” The City of Merritt scored funds from the provincial government to enhance their emergency command centre last week, and staff expect to know whether they will receive an additional $150,000 for flood mitigation and planning in the near future. The $25,000 grant will be put towards emergency preparedness training and tools, notably laptop computers, to make the city’s emergency operations centre (EOC) mobile. “If it is not suitable to be [at city hall] we might be up at the airport or we might be out of town altogether, said Thiessen. “Here at the city we have been working towards business continuity and being able to do just do business from anywhere.” Thiessen has also
Warning issued Interior Health and the BC Coroners Service have issued an overdose alert in the wake of an increase in carfentanil detections in the Interior Health region this month. Locals weighed in on what the city’s water management priorities should be moving forward at a workshop earlier this year. Dara Hill/Herald
booked a tabletop training to put staff ’s emergency response skills to the test.
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will focus on dealing with floods, fires and hazardous waste emergencies.
‘We’ll get right down to specifics. If flooding is hitting here, what are we going to do?’
“We’ll get right down to specifics. If flooding is hitting here what are we going to do? Who do we call? Do we notify the schools? We just run through all the scenarios,” she said. The training, led by former Emergency Management BC staff member Steve Newton,
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— Acting CAO Shiela Thiessen “Of course the flooding scenario will be front and centre on that,” Thiessen said. As the city has not fully activated an EOC for a couple of years, Thiessen said the session is prudent. “With flooding [last year] we kind of did it off the sides of our desks, but it didn’t really work
all that well so we want to make sure we are ready for anything that comes up,” she said. While staff are not looking at permanent mitigation measures right now, Thiessen said receiving $150,000 from the government would allow them to get closer to making those decisions. It would also further guide the city in deciding when and how to respond to flooding. “What the trigger points would be as far as water levels, snowpacks, things like that,” Thiessen said. “And also it will look at more permanent mitigation efforts as far as building up permanent walls, and also temporary flood mitigation. So it will just give us a more concrete plan.” The grant would also allow the city to create
topographical flood maps. This would benefit the City of Merritt, Thiessen said, as the current flood map is two-dimensional and does not illustrate flow, low and high points in local rivers and other relevant data. In addition to attending workshops — including one the city hosted at the end of January — Thiessen said staff have been working behind the scenes to make sure they are on the ball when it comes to flooding. Thiessen said she is not overly concerned about the spring freshet, noting the snowpack levels as of late have been closer to normal than the past couple of years. “But you never know, nature is pretty unpredictable,” she admitted. “We just have to be organized.”
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SETTING IT STRAIGHT Results listed on page 20 in the Mach 28 edition of the Merritt Herald neglected to mention that Joan Robinson was a member of the ladies team which captured the ‘B’ final. Robinson did not appear in the photo, but should have been listed as missing in the accompanying caption. The Herald regrets this error.
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Note: Mayor Brown in unavailable for Wednesday drop-in until April 10th and if a meeting is required to please call Corporate Services. Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses. If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8614
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Dog/Puppy Obedience . $55 Tuesdays, April 9 – May 21 . 7 wks 5:00 - 6:00 pm . under 6 mths 6:30 - 7:30 pm . 6 mths+ Learn how to communicate clearly with your dog! Clicker training is a positive and effective method to get the behaviors you want while making training fun for both you and your canine companion. WIN WIN! Minimum 6! Instructed by Sylvia Currie Family Fun Nights . All Ages Friday, Apr. 12 Friday, Jun. 14 Friday, May 10 Friday, Jul. 12 Friday, Aug. 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm . Regular Admission Come down to the Aquatic Centre for a fun filled family evening, this event will run the 2nd Friday of the Month! Games, activities and concession items will be available. Babysitter’s Course . 11+ yrs Friday, June 28 9:00 am – 4:00 pm . $55 Basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11–15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a babysitter to prospective parents. Minimum 6! Instructed by Alix Legouffe
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Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of CASUAL ON/ CALL CASHIER. For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18 by: Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Date Posted: March 7, 2019 Posting Expires: April 18, 2019
The City of Merritt would like to remind residents that this is the time of year that bear sightings increase as bears are preparing for hibernation. Every year, bear-human conflict occurs in our City, and in some cases, results in the destruction of bears. The City of Merritt asks that you do your part and manage your bear attractants. • Garbage is the #1 attractant for bears and can attract bears away from their normal habitat. • Other Bear attractants include: any and all food wastes, offal, and accumulations of discarded fruit, whether on public or private land. • Bears are most active at night, so do not put out garbage bins on the night before the scheduled pick-up day. • City of Merritt Solid Waste Bylaw requires that garbage cans must be placed curbside after 5:00 a.m. on the morning of collection.
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The public can now access information and the approximate location of every active case involving unidentified human remains across the province. Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD
The BC Coroners Service launched an online tool which allows the public to access information about nearly 200 active cases involving unidentified human remains. “The unidentified human remains (UHR) interactive viewer is a
web-mapping application containing spatial, temporal and statistical information on every active, unsolved UHR investigation in the province,” stated a news release from the Ministry of Public Safety. “There are currently just under 200 unsolved and active cases involving unidentified human remains
in B.C. Most of these involve cold cases, with the earliest dating back to 1953.” There is one file in the Nicola Valley. A man’s body was discovered on July 6, 2004. Information on the UHR tool states that the man was between 30 to 50 years old, and the remains were discovered three to six years after he died (listed as maximum and minimum post-mortem interval, or PMI, on the mapping tool). According to the approximate location on the UHR map, the body was discovered west of Merritt near
Lindley Creek Road. “By reaching out and engaging members of the public with the launch of this innovative tool, it’s our hope to gain new investigative leads that will lead to the identification of these unidentified individuals and bring closure to their families,” said Lisa Lapointe, B.C.’s chief coroner. The viewer provides a visual overview of the approximate location where the remains were found, case numbers for contact purposes and a summary of the key information related to each unresolved case in B.C.
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Province is full of gas B.C. Green Party leader Andrew Weaver ridiculed the minority NDP government TOM FLETCHER last week B.C. for its “gen- VIEWS erational sellout” of exporting the province’s abundant natural gas reserves to Asia. “I sat opposite for four years as I watched the members now in government hurl abuse at the B.C. Liberals,” Weaver roared in debate over Premier John Horgan’s latest tax breaks to seal the huge LNG Canada deal in northern B.C. Weaver summed up his objection to the NDP’s liquefied natural gas policy this way. “That’s the base level of politics and natural gas in B.C. ‘We’re going to try to deliver what Christy Clark couldn’t.’ The only way to do that is to take the giveaway … to a whole new level like we’ve never seen in Canada in terms of corporate welfare.” Weaver has expressed fury since Horgan surprised everyone last fall by announcing his government had reached a deal with LNG Canada partners Shell, PetroChina, Mitsubishi and Korea Gas to make the largest private investment in Canadian history. Petronas, the Malaysian energy giant that walked away from a similar project for Prince Rupert, soon bought in to LNG Canada’s Kitimat shipping complex and Pacific GasLink pipeline to bring the vast gas reserves from the Dawson Creek area to the coast for compression and export as LNG. Weaver’s accusation of a giveaway focuses on B.C.’s deep-well royalty credit program.
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Immigration issue about to get worse In a recent survey of potential adult migrants worldwide, 47 million said they would most like to move to Canada. There are only 37 million people in Canada. The same GWYNNE DYER goes for Australia: The international 36 million would STAGE like to move there; only 25 million do live there. Most of these would-be immigrants are going to be disappointed. In fact, Canada lets in just 300,000 immigrants a year; Australia 200,000. Other developed countries are significantly less popular destinations, but potential migrants amounting to around half the existing populations want to move to the United States, France, Britain, Germany and Spain. They too are going to be disappointed. In its most generous year, 2016, Germany let in a million immigrants, mostly Syrian refugees, but 80 million Germans are never going to let in the 42 million foreigners who also want to live there. Indeed, former U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said
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bluntly last November that “Europe has done its part, and must send a very clear message: ‘we are not going to be able to continue to provide refuge and support.’” Clinton was mainly concerned about how anxiety about mass immigration has fueled the rise of populism in Western countries. That’s hardly surprising, given how Donald Trump’s tight focus on the alleged criminal and job-stealing propensities of Latino immigrants won over enough formerly Democratic voters in the Rust Belt states to give him the presidency. It didn’t just work for Trump. It helped the Brexiteers win their anti-European Union referendum in the United Kingdom, it brought the populists to power in Italy, and it underpins Viktor Orban’s ‘soft dictatorship’ in Hungary (even though Hungary has never let immigrants in, and they don’t want to go there anyway). But the fact is that the levels of immigration are not particularly high in the United States and most European countries at the moment. Net migration to the United Kingdom has been stable since 2010; in both the United States and in Germany (with the exception of 2016, in the latter case), net migration is down by half since 2000.
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Something more is needed to explain the level of anger in these countries. It is, of course, unemployment, which is much higher than the published (official) figures in every case, and is particularly high in the post-industrial areas that voted so heavily for Trump in the United States, for Brexit in Britain, and for ultra-nationalist parties in Germany. In the United States, according to Nicholas Eberstadt of the American Enterprise Institute, 17.5 per cent of American men of prime working age (24 to 55) are not working. But unemployment will continue to rise, because it is increasingly being driven by automation. The Rust Belt went first, because assembly lines are the easiest thing in the world to automate, but now Amazon and its friends are destroying the retail jobs, and next to go are the driving jobs (self-driving vehicles). Automation is unstoppable, and the anger will continue to grow. So you can see why Hillary Clinton is concerned, but she seems unaware that the pressure of migration is also going to grow rapidly.
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I live close to the Aspen Planers sawmill and would like to comment on the continuous barking dog problem. There are a few irresponsible pet owners in the area who allow their animals to bark uncontrollably around this neighbourhood, I was wondering if these people are deaf or really don’t care about the noise these animals create. If that is the case you are a very ignorant and not concerned at all about your animals behavior or the disturbance it creates. You leave me no other alternative but to notify bylaw services. It is sad there are a few who ruin it for the rest of the responsible pet owners, like myself. Thanks for your time.
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Bob Johnson Merritt While I can’t say I have had issues with barking, there does seem to be a high number of dogs running around without owners or leashes in the morning in this area of town. - Editor
Looming problem From Page 6 According to the UN’s International Labour Organisation, there are currently 277 million migrants in the world (defined as people who have left their home countries in search of work, or to join their families, or to flee conflicts and persecution). How many more are still in their home countries but would like to leave? At least a billion, maybe two. More than half of Kenyans would immediately move to another country if they could, a 2017 survey by the U.S.-based Pew Research Centre discovered. More than a third of Nigerians, Ghanaians and Senegalese are actually planning to emigrate in the next five years, according to the same survey. (Good luck with that!) Even a third of Chinese millionaires would like to emigrate (half if you include moving to Hong Kong as emigration). And all this is before climate change kicks the numbers into the stratosphere. The chief impact of global warming on human beings is going to be on the food supply, which will fall as
the temperature rises. And the food shortages will not affect everybody equally: the supply will hold up in the temperate zone (the rich countries), but it will plummet in the tropical and sub-tropical countries where 70 per cent of the world’s people live. They will be desperate, and they will start to move. That’s when the pressure of migration will really take off, and the rich countries are simply not going to let the climate refugees in. Not only would it stress their food supply too, but the numbers seeking to get in would be so large — two or three times the resident population — that it would utterly transform the country’s character. So the borders will slam shut. It’s a myth that you cannot close borders. You can, if you’re willing to kill people. (Think of the Iron Curtain, which successfully divided all of Europe for 40 years.) And the rich countries will, in the end, be willing to kill people. Gwynne Dyer’s new book is ‘Growing Pains: The Future of Democracy (and Work)’.
PREVIOUS QUESTION B.C. Green Party leader Andrew Weaver debates in the B.C. legislature. His efforts to stop new tax incentives for LNG Canada have been voted down by the NDP and B.C. Liberals. Photo via Hansard TV
From Page 6 It allows gas producers to deduct credits from royalties once qualifying shale gas wells start producing. He notes that the accumulated credits for B.C. producers are now more than $3 billion, as thousands of wells have reached into deep shale formations for decades worth of gas production. The latest B.C. budget projects natural gas royalty revenues of $229 million for the current year and $206 million next year. Weaver’s argument is that much of this revenue is clawed back by the deep well credit, and then Shell and other producers get to use nearly free gas to power the refrigeration and compression plants used to turn gas into liquids for loading on ships. Energy Minister Michelle Mungall reminds me that there is a minimum royalty that all producers must pay. It’s not much: three per cent on gas revenue for wells deeper than 1,900 metres, and six per cent for wells shallower than 1,900 metres. Royalties also vary with price, which has dipped to historic lows as B.C. gas remains landlocked and our
only export customer, the U.S., has developed and started exporting its own shale gas reserves. I reported last fall on the surprise that hit natural gas heating customers when B.C.’s latest increase in carbon tax made the tax more than the charge for the gas they used. Horgan and Mungall, like former premier Clark and former minister Rich Coleman before them, emphasize that B.C. is in a fiercely competitive market that includes Russia, Qatar and other huge gas producers. Either we compete or we wind down the biggest industry in northern B.C. For an independent look at whether B.C. is giving away its gas, University of Calgary economist Jack Mintz has a new study that finds B.C.’s total tax rate on new natural gas investments is 31.9 per cent, fifth highest of producing regions in North America. Only Saskatchewan’s is higher among provinces. Then there are the environmental impacts of B.C.’s shale gas boom, including hydraulic fracturing and greenhouse gas impact. I’ll examine those in a future column. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press Media.
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Local anglers face new charges in battle over Corbett Lake Club members continue to fight for public access to lakes.
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A couple members of the Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club (NVFGC) are confronting another hurdle in their ongoing fight for public access to local lakes. Club member Rick McGowan said he and Domenico Abbinanti are facing charges of criminal mischief and willful damage for allegedly damaging property near Corbett Lake, located just outside Merritt off Highway 97C. While his lawyer had not yet received the court documents when he spoke to the Herald, McGowan said he suspects the issue revolves around a gate that club members installed near Corbett Lake last year. “We installed a gate so we could open and close it because everyone who is going there [are] not members of
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our club, and there were a lot of people cutting the fence and leaving it open and there is a concern about wildlife getting on the road,” he said. “So we went and installed a proper gate and the next day they had it ripped out — so it is probably something to do with that.” For years members of the Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club have been fighting for access to area lakes they
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say are public, but are surrounded by private land. The issue peaked in court in December, when Supreme Court Justice Joel Groves ruled in the club’s favour, declaring Stoney Lake and Minnie Lake should be publicly accessible. “It would be nonsensical for a government to retain the rights to a lake if, by virtue of a single owner purchasing
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Local RCMP are advising Merrittonians to be on the lookout for people siphoning gas in the Nicola Valley. Residents of the 1400 block of Fir Avenue reported gas from their vehicle had been siphoned over the
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all the land surrounding a lake, that owner could prohibit public use or ownership of the lake,” Groves said in his ruling. The fight isn’t over for the NVFGC however, as club members are facing similar challenges with Corbett Lake Lodge, which McGowan said is using a public lake to run a private fishing operation. “Now there is a
weekend, said Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood. He added fuel siphoning in town is “not super common.” “But when we checked with neighbours there was some other instances where it had happened prior to that but was not reported,” he said. “So there has got to be
proceeding underway to determine whether there is public access or not to Corbett Lake,” said the club’s lawyer Chris Harvey. “It appears from the documents that there is public access to Corbett Lake and that is what I assume that Rick and Domenico can take advantage of.” The owner of Corbett Lake Lodge declined to comment to the Herald.
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Foreign entrepreneurs looking at Merritt City staff have fielded more than 70 inquiries to date. Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
Over 70 entrepreneurs from across the globe have pegged the Nicola Valley as a potential spot to set up shop since Merritt was accepted into the B.C. government’s entrepreneur immigration pilot in mid-March. Aimed at attracting foreign investment to the province, the program offers foreign business owners expedited immigration in exchange for building businesses in B.C. towns. Other than becoming Canadian citizens in the process, the entrepreneurs “are not getting any extra benefit from the city or from the provincial government,” the city’s director of corporate services told council at a regular
meeting on March 26. While the program outlines trucking, retail, warehousing and storage as target sectors, the City of Merritt’s manager of economic development and tourism Will George said the city has complete control over the number and type of new businesses that start up in town. “Without the letter of referral from the City of Merritt the applicant cannot move forward,” he told council at a regular meeting on March 26. Before the city is tasked with deciding to endorse an application or not, however, the applicant is required to come to Merritt for an exploratory tour at their own expense. If a good fit is determined, the entrepreneur can apply for a refer-
The City of Merritt has complete control over the number and types of businesses that could apply to the province to set up shop in town through the program. Herald files
ral letter from the city, which then goes to the B.C. government for consideration. If accepted by the provincial government, applicants have to invest at least $100,000 into the community. The City of Merritt plans
to prioritize those businesses bringing additional investment and employment to Merritt, George said. Merritt was one of three communities in the ThompsonOkanagan region to be accepted into the
program. Vernon and Barriere are the other options for foreigners hoping to relocate or establish new businesses through the program.
Meanwhile, staff are still waiting to hear if the city has been accepted into the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot
(RNIP) project, another first-time program designed to use immigration to help meet local labour market needs.
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ICBC caps injury payouts, despite challenge New minor injury, pain and suffering rules apply to all accidents.
Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS
B.C. is catching up to other provinces in putting limits on court costs and pain and suffering awards in vehicle accidents, and a court challenge by lawyers won’t stop them, Attorney General David Eby said Monday. All accidents that take place after midnight on March 31 are subject to a $5,500 cap on pain and suffering awards that fall under a new “minor injury” definition. Injuries determined by a doctor to be minor will be directed to a new independent dispute resolution process to settle claims of $50,000 or less. That change has been challenged in court by the Trial
Lawyers Association of B.C. as an infringement of people’s right to access to court. “I understand why they are upset about the changes, but the reality is, we don’t have a choice in terms of ensuring that costs are under control for British Columbians,” Eby said Monday. “The civil resolution tribunal has been tested before and upheld by the courts as an appropriate way for British Columbians to access justice on other issues.” The lawyers’ association filed a constitutional challenge Monday, and recruited former NDP premier Ujjal Dosanjh to speak on their behalf. “Fixing ICBC is a priority, but not at the expense of access to justice and the char-
ter rights of British Columbians,” Dosanjh said. Eby said the alternative to introducing limits on award payouts is increasing ICBC’s basic insurance premiums by up to 40 per cent in the years ahead. A 6.3 per cent increase took effect Monday, about the same as the previous year’s increase as ICBC projected a loss of nearly $1 billion on its operations for 2018-19. ICBC emphasizes that its overhaul of claims allows more generous payouts for injuries. Also taking effect April 1 is a new benefit of $1,000 for therapy equipment and naturopathic treatments that were previously not covered. More money is also available for treatments under new and existing claims as of April 1, including acupuncture, chiropractic care, psychology, kinesiology, registered massage therapy, occupational therapy and
ICBC has increased its maximum payouts for severe injuries and treatment, while moving claims under $50,000 to a new administrative tribunal to determine payouts. Black Press files
physiotherapy. The lost-income supplement for people off work due to injury is more than doubled to $740 per week, and the allowance for homemaker support for injured people is also almost doubled to $280 per week.
Price at the pump going up Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS
B.C.’s carbon tax went up to $40 a tonne effective April 1, as other provinces are required by Ottawa to start paying the climate change charge on carbon fuels at half that rate. With the federal GST, the latest B.C. carbon tax increase brings the cost to 9.98 cents per litre of gasoline, according to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
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RCMP seek suspects following late night break-in at Eco-Depot Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
Merritt mounties are on the hunt for two men captured on video surveillance breaking into the Lower Nicola Eco-Depot and stealing $500 worth of car batteries and copper wiring. Const. Alex Saxton said the incident happened between 1:00 and 3:00 a.m. on April 1.
Both men appear to be Caucasian, one middle-aged and the other in his 20s or 30s, Saxton said, noting the younger man wore a high visibility vest causing a glare in the security footage. “I know this is not the first time that ecodepot has been hit,” said Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood. “Copper wiring is the big thing of course — it is worth a fair bit of money so it
is a popular item for people to steal.” Because theft is an ongoing issue at the depot, managers have started spray painting car batteries yellow so employees at nearby shops know they have been stolen. “Hopefully if [the shop owners] do see this sort of thing they will give one of us a call,” Saxton said. Anyone who recognizes the suspects or
Anyone who recognizes the suspects above is urged to contact the Merritt RCMP or Crime Stoppers. Photo courtesy of the Merritt RCMP
has more information is asked to call the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262 or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).
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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) BUDGET PLANNING PROCESS – 2019/2020 ANNUAL BUDGET Wednesday, April 3, 2019: A public budget presentation will be made to interested stakeholders in the Princeton Board office. Representatives from school Parent Advisory Council’s (PAC), District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC), teacher and support staff Unions, Principals, and members of the public are invited to attend this meeting to review provincial funding, District projections for enrollment and funding, as well as provide more specific information regarding the District’s annual budget. Stakeholder groups and members of the public are welcome to outline their priorities to the Audit & Finance Committee. The meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m. The purpose will be to discuss priorities and listen to concerns in order to help set the frame work for the 2019/2020 annual budget. Thursday, April 4, 2019: A public budget presentation will be made to interested stakeholders in the Merritt Board office. Representatives from school PAC’s, DPAC, teacher and support staff Unions, Principals, and members of the public are invited to attend this meeting to review provincial funding, District projections for enrollment and funding, as well as provide more specific information regarding the District’s annual budget. Stakeholder groups and members of the public are welcome to outline their priorities to the Audit & Finance Committee. The meeting will commence at 5:30 p.m. The purpose will be to discuss priorities and listen to concerns in order to help set the frame work for the 2019/2020 annual budget. Tuesday, April 23, 2019: Audit & Finance Committee to meet in Merritt at 12:15 p.m. to go over draft summary to be presented to Board on April 24, 2019. Wednesday, April 24, 2019: A draft summary prepared by the Superintendent and the Secretary Treasurer to be presented to the Board for discussion in Merritt at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2019: Budget bylaw to be presented at the Regular Board Meeting. Subject to feedback, the budget for the 2019/2020 year will be adopted at either this meeting or the June 12, 2019 board meeting.
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PLEASE NOTE: Representatives from stakeholder groups or members of the public will also have the opportunity to make a presentation to the Audit & Finance Committee in private if they so desire. Individuals or groups interested in making such a presentation should contact the Secretary Treasurer at (250) 315-1105 to arrange a meeting. The presentation should be supported by a written submission, which should be provided to the Secretary Treasurer in advance.
Voght Street was closed to traffic for several hours on March 2, 2018 as RCMP and the BC Coroner’s Service investigated the scene of a fatal accident. Herald files Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
The driver who ran into an woman at the intersection of Granite Avenue and Voght Street last year has been issued a $750 fine and driving prohibition for one year. The 68-year-old local man pleaded guilty to the charge of driving without due care and attention after running
into an elderly woman who was walking across Voght Street near the Merritt post office on March 2, 2018. The 92-year-old woman later succumbed to her injuries. “It is kind of a tragic thing for both families involved,” said Cpl. Brock Hedrick. Merritt RCMP have not noticed a trend of serious accidents at this location, Hedrick said.
But that does not mean measures will not be taken to make the intersection safer. “Obviously it is a busy intersection and there is a lot going on there with the post office and just being in the downtown core,” he said. “We are discussing that with the city as well as to some improvements that could be made to that intersection.”
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Time to talk about ticks Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
The sun is shining in the Nicola Valley, and as people start to spend more time outside Interior Health is reminding residents to check for ticks. Ticks are small bugs, about the size of a sesame seed, that feed on the blood of humans and animals and sometimes transmit diseases. They burrow part way into the skin, bite, draw blood and then drop off. The feeding tick’s mouth will be under the skin, but the back parts will be sticking out. When they are full of blood, they are usually bluegrey in colour. This is called an engorged tick. The small bugs are prevalent throughout the B.C. Interior and are typically found in tall grass and wooded areas. They are easiest to spot on a person or pet when they are actually sucking blood. General symptoms of tickborne infections include fever, headache, muscle pain and rash. The species of ticks most commonly found throughout the Interior — including Merritt — are wood ticks. Wood ticks do not carry the Lyme disease bacteria; however,
they can carry other diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Ixodes ticks are the species that transmit Lyme disease. They are more common throughout coastal B.C., but may be present in some areas of the Interior. While less than one per cent of Ixodes in B.C. carry Lyme disease, it is important to recognize the symptoms.
Interior Health issued a reminder for locals to check for ticks. Herald files
In addition to fever, headache and muscle pain, people infected with Lyme disease will often develop a rash that resembles a bull’s eye target that expands from the site of the tick bite. Certain ticks may release toxins that can cause temporary muscle weakness and paralysis if left attached for several days.
Once the tick is removed, symptoms fade.
What to do if you find a tick It is important to remove ticks found on people and pets. To do so, wear gloves and use needle nose tweezers to gently grasp the tick close to the skin. Pull the tick straight out without squeezing it. After it is removed, clean the area with soap and water. If the tick is alive (live ticks can be tested for Lyme disease), you can save it in a sealed container with a cotton ball soaked in water. Record the date of the bite on the container. If you have concerns or need assistance removing a tick, contact your doctor or visit a walkin medical clinic. Although most tick bites are harmless, it is important to watch for signs of illness and see a doctor as soon as possible if you notice a bull’s eye rash or other symptoms. If you saved the tick, bring it with you to your medical appointment.
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Thank you from the family
The Ghog Family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Margaret Tourand, Saritha Kumari, Olive Shuter, Shirley Stoessiger, Quinn Rooke, Johnel Toodlican, Rosalyn Gozarin, Hailey Richard, Cindy Hamilton, and Colleen Hentze for providing superb and loving care to the late Swarn Kaur Ghog. The family is also sincerely grateful to Mrs. Ghog’s physicians, Dr. Duncan Ross and Dr. Andries Smit.
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Grade 5 students at Diamond Vale don’t work in your typical classroom. Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
The mantra in Mrs. Tjorhom’s Grade 5 classroom at Diamond Vale elementary is to embrace the wiggle. Instead of straight, single rows of desks, her room is scattered with an eclectic collection of couches, swivel chairs, carpets and book shelves. The space is also adorned with wobble stools, exercise balls and sequined pillows for good measure. It’s all part of Kelly Tjorhom grand plan to design her classroom in a way that empowers kids to choose how they want to learn. “I wanted to respect my students. I knew that they needed to wiggle just like I need to wiggle. And so instead of giving them desks that were attached to chairs, I wanted to give them room to grow,” she said. “One of the things we talk a lot about in my classroom is feeling comfortable where you are at. It is not just what you are sitting on — it is what you are playing with, it is where you have chosen to be.” Tjorhom has been slowly incorporating elements of flexible design into her classroom throughout her decade-long teaching career, such as asking for a carpet for her room regardless of which elementary grade she was teaching. However, she admitted this is the most fullscale she has taken it so far. “I knew that professionally I
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was looking for different spaces for kids,” she said. “Recognizing there are kids that work way better when they are on the floor and they ask to sit on the floor, or they have something like kick strings on their chair, or wiggle seat — just recognizing that was already a need, so if I built it into the space ... I don’t have to send them somewhere else. They can stay in the classroom, so it is that inclusion idea.” It all started with a post on the Merritt Grapevine Facebook page. Early on in the school year, when Tjorhom decided she wanted to go all-in with flexible seating, she asked the online group for furniture donations — and the community delivered. “My entire classroom has been furnished by the Merritt Grapevine,” she said. Once she had the furniture, she developed a system to use the space. Kids in her class are colour coded, five to six per colour, and each day of the week one colour group gets to call dibs on seating and can bump someone who does not belong in the colour of the day — granted they arrive to class on time. “I wanted to give them a reason to come into my room and into the building,” she said. “And then it was reflection of my own learning. Like I said, I am a wiggler, I like to doodle, I like to talk about what I’m learning about, I like to play, I’m a very tactile, physical person. I wanted that inclusion,” she said. “Grade 5 is massive year for kids learning who they are what they are doing and how they best do stuff.”
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TNRD directors vote in favour of increasing compensation Electoral area directors will see a 19-per-cent increase from their 2018 salaries. Jessica Wallace KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK
Thompson-Nicola Regional District board directors voted themselves pay raises on March 28, but the decision was not unanimous and included plenty of debate. Before the final vote, Area P director Mel Rothenburger tried to amend the pay raise so it is adjusted to 2018 rates, plus a 2.7 per cent increase as per the consumer price index. His motion was supported by a number of directors, including Kamloops councillors Dale Bass and Arjun Singh and Clearwater Mayor Merlin Blackwell, though it was defeated. “Who here is in it for the money? That’s not what it’s about,” Rothenburger said. The board eventually voted to give itself a pay raise, upon which time director David Laird asked if any of the opposed directors wished to oppose their remuneration increase. No immediate responses were forthcoming and TNRD CAO Sukh Gill said directors can come forward at a later time, should they wish to bow out of the pay raise. Those opposed to the pay raise included Bass and fellow Kamloops councillors Singh and Kathy Sinclair, Rothenburger, Blackwell and Sun Peaks Mayor Al Raine. Kamloops Mayor Ken Christian and Kamloops Coun. Mike O’Reilly were among directors who voted in
TNRD directors voted in favour of raising their compensation at a meeting on March 28. Herald files
favour of the pay raise. Rothenburger made motion asking for investigation of electronic voting as there is no official tabulation of votes at TNRD meetings, which feature more than 20 directors. During a committee
board chair, Kamloopsarea resident Ken Gillis, will receive an increase of 18 per cent (to $46,300 from $39,100), while vice-chair Steven Rice of Spences Bridge will see an increase of 27 per cent (to $28,200 from $22,213).
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‘If we had a way of actually engaging with the community on this, there would still be opposition but to me there would be a better process.’ — Kamlooops Councillor Arjun Singh
of the whole meeting in February, the board approved sending a revision of its remuneration bylaw to a board meeting. Electoral area directors will see a 19-per-cent increase (to $23,700 from $19,875 in 2018), while municipal directors (including Merritt’s mayor Linda Brown) will get an 11-per-cent increase (to $14,400 from $13,028). In addition, the
Per meeting pay will also increase to $160 from $150 and there is also the addition of emergency response pay, at $160 per meeting. There is also an increase in the per-kilometre travel rate, to 58 cents from 55 cents. The regional district bases its remuneration on nine surrounding regional districts, some of which raised their wages to compensate
for federal legislative changes eliminating a tax break for politicians. Based on that, TNRD’s remuneration was determined to be below average. Singh called the issue of political pay raises an “awkward process” and suggested a committee be struck to deal with the issue. “If we had a way of actually engaging with the community on this, there would still be opposition, but to me there would be a better process,” he said. Rice said as a farmer of more than 30 years, he needs the money and said he is “offended” by the fact it is implied all directors are in the same financial situation. “We’re doing the right thing already as far as I’m concerned,” he said. Bass said she is in a position that she does not need the pay raise, though she understands some people do need the money. She called it a “loselose discussion” being that directors cannot be paid differently. Gill, however, clarified that remark, noting it is possible to create differing pay for regional district directors.
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Flexible design a hit with kids From Page 12 Students can ask to move throughout the day, but it has to be to an empty spot. There are a couple spacial rules, such as a limit of two on the couch, four on the table. Sometimes a particular lesson such as science experiments or art will be conducted on tables. “So the space does kind of flex to what we need it to be — literally flexible seating, that is what the idea is,” she said, adding it reflects recent changes to the curriculum. “Our ethos about education is changing, so it just makes sense that our environments would change.” Another key element of the flexible design is allowing kids to practice working in a variety of spaces. “How often to kids get to practice working on a couch? And then transferring that to homework if they don’t have that homework routine at home. So they can practice that here,” she said. “They can practice being social, sitting next to a friend, working on a coffee table and figuring something out.” This practice also allows kids to figure out how to study best, she added, noting one of her students has faced severe challenges concentrating in class — until he tried the swivel chair, which gives him the physical outlet he needs to work effectively. Tjorhom has noticed
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Kelly Tjorhom has noticed benefits from ditching the desks and incorporating flexible design into her classroom. Dara Hill/Herald
the benefits of flexible design since September, she said, such as having more space for collaboration with other classes and more room to individualize. “I literally get down to each learners level. I lay down on my belly with them, I sit on a bean bag with them, I kneel beside them on a ball,” she said. When she recently asked the kids if they would like to go back to desks, the answer was a clear ‘no.’ However, the kids transitioning out of flexible seating at the end of the year is not a worry for Tjorhom. She said she has had conversations with their teacher lined up for next year, and that person recognizes the benefits and is interested
in incorporating some aspects of the design into her own room. “She does not want to move to a full scale like this, but she appreciates what it offers. This is one of the great things about teaching is she is taking the things that work for her and the things that she sees the best results in and is implementing them into her own room,” Tjorhom said. Transitioning out of her classroom is another learning experience for the kids, she added. “They have to transition to other people or to other spaces, it is life. Like I went to a couple different universities and the different spaces — big classrooms, small classrooms, auditorium-style classrooms — you fig-
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ure out which ones are your favourites, but you learn to function in all of them,” she said. As for Tjorhom? She said she plans to continue using flexible design in her classroom. “There is something to be said for sitting down on the floor and reading with a kid. Or laying on your belly and working on math with the kid who is just like ‘I don’t know what I am doing here,’” she said. “That kind of relationship building and that literal sense of getting down to their level — it is totally unique to this environment in my experience and it is a kind of relationship that is different to build in desks and spaces where they are side by each with everyone all the time.”
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Brewers prepare for first pour The husband and wife duo hopes to tap the keg in mid-April. Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
It will not be long before Merrittonians can sip on IPAs, lagers and sour beers brewed right here in the Nicola Valley.
Kyle and Kelly Hall are coming close to unveiling their craft micro-brewery — dubbed Empty Keg Brew House — and have pegged mid-April for an official opening. The pair has already
“It would be wonderful to be open for the long weekend [in April], but we want to make sure we are actually ready to make it happen.” While the opening date is not set in stone, Hall said the brewing is well underway and the pair hopes to have eight beers for the community to sample by opening day.
jumped through most of the regulatory hoops and are finishing up the building renovations, coowner Kyle Hall said. “It has been a challenge but any of the issues we have run into we have been able to overcome them and [we] really have not had a lot of problems other than lost sleep,” he said with a chuckle.
That day is just around the corner, Hall said, as the entrepreneurs are adding the final touches such as signage and equipment. “We have had super support from Community Futures, from city hall, from council,” he said. “It’s going to be good. I am excited — and I am tired.”
The soon-to-be brewery owners added a new hand crafted sign at their location at 2190 Voght St. Dara Hill/Herald
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2 bedroom apartment in great area, on the top floor. Open floor plan with 2 large bedrooms and spacious open kitchen with all major appliances. Great for first time buyer or investor.
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New 2 bedroom strata unit in newer development. Master bedrm has W/O closet & 5 pce ensuite. Open concept kitchen with quartz counters. Gas F/P in large living room. Double garage. GST applies
2 bedroom mobile home is move-in ready. Has new laminate flooring in living room, hallway & master bedrm. Nice kitchen with island & skylight. 5 pce bathrm with soaker tub. Has covered deck & fenced yard.
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Recycling changes lead to rural tax break
The TNRD was left with extra funds after changes to garbage and recycling management were put into place this year. Herald files
Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
It’s no April fools’ day joke – ThompsonNicola Regional District area “N” and “M” residents are set to see a property tax decrease of nearly seven per cent this year.
“It is nice to get a tax decrease for a change,” said TNRD area “M” director David Laird, confirming the exact decrease is set for 6.9 per cent. “I can’t remember the last time I saw a decrease in property taxes.”
Most of the money was saved as a result of garbage and recycling management changes, Laird said. The TNRD renegotiate contracts to manage their solid waste facilities he said, adding the district now get funds from Recycle BC
for recycling. Before joining the Recycle BC program, it would cost the TNRD more money to delivery recycling to processors than what they would get in return, Laird said. “I think because it is so streamlined now
it has got more value,” he added. Laird cautioned the decrease is set for this year only. While it is hard to say if the trend will continue beyond 2019, he noted he is not expecting property taxes to go up substantially next year.
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National Volunteer Week 2019 April 7-13, 2019
There are 8,760 hours in any non-leap year. Assuming you’re not a vampire, most people will spend about a third of each year asleep. So we can estimate that the average person has about 5,840 waking hours to work with every year. Many people are employed in full time jobs, which usually occupy about 40 hours per week. Factor in a couple weeks worth of vacation time for those lucky enough to have the benefit, and you’re left with around 3,840 hours. What we do with our 3,000+ hours of personal ‘executive time’ is up to each individual person. Again, assuming you’re not a vampire, you’re likely to spend a good chunk of those hours eating, visiting with family or friends, or engaging in some physical activity or hobby for pleasure. Some choose to spent 86 hours rewatching all 236 episodes of Friends on Netflix, while others will dedicate that same amount of time to watching the Vancouver Canucks narrowly miss out on making the NHL playoffs (again). In 2010, nearly half of all Canadians over 15 years old spent some of their 3,840 waking hours on a more noble pursuit than binge-watching Netflix. According to Statistics Canada, 47 per cent of Canadians spent at least some of their year volunteering. As the accounting exercise above proved, our time on this earth is extremely limited. So the very fact that 13.3 million people spent nearly 2.07 billion hours contributing to volunteer programs in Canada should be celebrated. But we shouldn’t stop there. As anyone who has spent a year in the Nicola Valley can tell you, volunteers are the lifeblood of this community. So many of the elements that have made Merritt such a unique community are almost entirely volunteerdriven efforts. The Merritt Centennials would not exist if not for a dedicated group of locals who donate their time to supporting the longest running BCHL franchise.
There would be no dance recital, no concert nor any oversized holiday parade if not for the Country Christmas organizing committee. Our local amateur sports programs would cease to exist if nobody was willing to spend some of their 3,840 hours coaching teams or organizing league play. The list goes on and on. Service clubs like the Rotary Club of Merritt, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Elks Lodge are effective in turning volunteer hours into financial benefits for the community. All of these groups, (and countless more that I have not mentioned) help make Merritt what it is today. And if the numbers from 2010 are still relevant, those organizations are doing it all with only half the population contributing some of their time. Your 3,840 hours are yours to do with what you will. Everyone’s life is different, and there are certainly times where we will feel so busy we can barely keep our heads above the water. But the point of this column isn’t to shame people for how they spend their time — nor is it my intention to simply heap praise upon those who do spend some hours volunteering. The same Stats Canada study from 2010 found that more than half of those who did volunteer, did so because someone asked them to participate. Imagine how vibrant our community could become if our existing volunteer force extended their hands to those on the sidelines. As those who already participate in volunteer activities know, the very act of being involved has a tendency to lift one’s spirits. Volunteering can imbue us with a sense of purpose, bring us closer together and create a more liveable community. For those who are already involved, help spread the joy by reaching out to family and friends. For those who aren’t, accept the invitation — even if it is just a few hours a week or a month. We only have so much time, and plenty of ways to waste it. Volunteering isn’t one of them.
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Dentist offers day of free service to locals Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
No benefits? No problem. In celebration of National Oral Health Month, one local dentist is offering free appointments to the community. This is Dr. Sumeet Saini’s second year in Merritt, and second year offering “free dental day,” set for April 15. Offering complimentary services to those in need is Saini’s way of giving back to the community. “I know there are people out there who need dental services,” he said. “They maybe can’t afford it, especially the emergency services, so I thought it was a good idea to help them out.” “If someone comes in with pain, often they need a tooth pulled or they need a filling — $150 would prob-
ably be the lowest cost, and that would be for something really simple, or a really small filling,” said Ariel Corkum, the clinic’s office manager. “It could easily go up to $500 if it was a bigger tooth or something more complex.” Tasha Davis is someone who has struggled with that financial barrier to dental care. She lives in Merritt with her five children, and last year she took advantage of the free dental day because she had an agonizing toothache but lacked the funds to take care of it. “I am not one to go to the dentist, I don’t do them very well — it creates a lot of anxiety,” she said. “I did the free day with them and they were amazing.” Saini ended up pulling out the tooth causing her
pain that day, and since then has outfitted her with a set of dentures. Beyond providing the services she required, Davis said Saini’s team transformed the experience of going to the dentist for her and her kids. “They treated me and helped me cope when I would have anxiety attacks. Honesty, with the amount of work they did in my mouth, I don’t think I could have gone anywhere else,” Davis said. She noted her and her family continue to go back to the clinic to this day. “They used to kick and scream at the dentist, and I can’t even get my kids out of the chair there — they love them,” she said.
Dr. Saini (left) and office manager Ariel Corkum of Dr. Saini’s Dental Clinic in Merritt. Dara Hill/Herald
The City of Merritt would like to thank all of our devoted volunteers, for all of the time and energy that they contribute within our community.
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There is nothing more important to the Volunteer Firefighters at the Merritt Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) than the community they serve. You may only see them responding to emergencies, but It’s the hard work that goes on behind the scenes each and every day, which often goes unnoticed, that allows the department to provide a high level of service for a community our size. The City’s volunteer firefighting force carries untold benefits. These include but are not limited to community pride, community service, public education, public safety, emergency incident response and fundraising. The Merritt Fire Rescue Department consists of forty (40) highly skilled and motivated volunteers. Every firefighter is dedicated to providing a superior level of emergency service through the experience, knowledge and training each has attained - this takes hundreds of hours of training and years of loyal service. Our firefighters are the epitome of what it means to be a volunteer. I have great respect and praise for the men and women of the MFRD who show up every day, train hard, work hard - no matter the weather, risking their lives to ensure your safety and improve the quality of living in our community. Small cities like ours, could not, frankly, exist without these individuals. The rewards offered in exchange for their service are a pittance when one considers the job they do, the threats they encounter, circumstances they are very often faced with and what their families often endure. Like police officers and paramedics, when a volunteer firefighter is summoned, it’s seldom good news. It is remarkable that the volunteer firefighting tradition has carried on for over 110 years in our community. Thankfully there continues to be a group of individuals, your friends and neighbors, that are willing to aid you and your loved ones on any day, at any hour. David Tomkinson, Fire Chief
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Organization working with government to establish a sustainable funding model moving forward. Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
B.C. Search and Rescue Association (BCSARA) volunteers can breathe a sigh of relief, as the provincial governemnt has announced $18.6 million in one-time funding to ground search and rescue (GSAR) groups in B.C. Search and rescue crews from across the province expressed their disappointment when the provincial government failed to allocate them dollars in the budget announced in February. “In discussions with BCSARA, I’ve heard the ground search and rescue community’s strong concerns about the need for both an immediate infusion of funding and a clearer path toward long-term sustainable funding,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General.
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“That’s why we’re providing a record-level of funding as an immediate top-up of what B.C.’s GSAR groups are already receiving, as well as establishing a joint committee to move more quickly toward developing a sustainable funding model.” “I imagine we will get a piece of that pie here soon once they figure out how they are going to hand it out,” said Nicola Valley Search and Rescue (NVSAR) manager Nathan Brigden. “We are really pleased that the government has stepped up and given us some money. It takes some of the stress of fundraising away from the volunteers.” Here in the Nicola Valley, those funds will be funnelled into more training and the purchase of a command vehicle. The new truck would be similar to the vehicle
From Page 22 The free day is a busy one at the office, Saini said, noting he needs two assistants to move through the one-hour appointments. “It is really great to be able to help people,” Corkum said. “Dr. Saini is like that in general — if
they already have, but more mobile and functional, Brigden said. “That one has served us well, but it is not as flexible and functional as we need it to be,” said Brigden. The truck will come in at a cost in the $100,000 to $200,000 range, so Brigden said some additional fundraising will likely be necessary. The $18.6 million announced last week is in addition to funding the B.C. government provides each year to cover GSAR operational costs for deployment, training and equipment costs and the insurance and liability for the 80 groups serving B.C., according to a news release issued by provincial government. The BCSARA is working with the provincial government to establish a more sustainable funding model moving forward, Bridgen added. “I look forward to that being worked out, but this funding they have announced definitely takes some pressure off,” he said.
someone is in pain he is going to help them.” “For me it is dentistry from the heart — it is my way of giving back to the community,” Saini added. To make an appointment for free dental day, call or stop by Saini’s office on Quilchena Avenue.
From 1994 - 2018, the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary was able to donate $1,021,999,94 to health care needs in the community. We could not have done this without the support of our dedicated volunteers. We appreciate you and the time that you give in support of our mission.
The board and staff of the Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society would like to thank all volunteers and community donors who helped provide services over this last year. Our programming would not be possible without the support of volunteers and the community pulling together to help others. The Cold Weather Shelter is now closed for the season; however, our Housing First team is active and anyone experiencing or at risk of homelessness is encouraged to reach out via telephone or drop by the office.
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Leading causes of oral cancer Cancer is a difficult disease to comprehend, particularly in regard to what causes it. However, certain risk factors play key roles in the development of cancer cells in the body. With cancers of the oral cavity (lips, cheeks, teeth, gums, tongue, hard palate, and floor of the mouth) and oropharyngeal cancers, which are cancers of the throat just behind the mouth, scientists believe that the primary risk factors for damaging the DNA of cells in this region of the body have to do with tobacco or heavy alcohol use. In addition, the Mayo Clinic advises that excessive sun exposure to the lips, sexually transmitted human papillomavirus, and a weakened immune system may contribute to oral cancers. The American Cancer Society explains that when tobacco, alcohol or UV exposure damage the cells that line the mouth or throat, that damage causes the cells to grow more rapidly to repair the damage. Cancerous cells may result during this rapid division. Some substances in tobacco can even damage DNA directly. The ACS also says the HPV virus causes cells to make two proteins known as E6 and E7. When these are made, they turn off some genes that normally help keep cell growth in check. Warning signs of the presence of oral cancer vary from person to person. However, there are some generalized symp-
toms that could warrant a trip to a doctor and/or dentist for an examination. These include: • red or white patches on the gums, tonsils or lining of the mouth • swelling in the neck • lumps in the cheeks • feeling like something is caught in the throat • trouble chewing, swallowing or moving the tongue • weight loss • constant halitosis Doctors advise limiting risk factors to help potentially halt the development of oral cancers. • Stop using tobacco products, or do not start in the first place. Tobacco includes anything smoked or chewed. • Avoid excessive sun exposure. Protect the skin on the lips by staying in the shade and using a sunscreen lip product. • Drink in moderation, if at all. Chronic alcohol use is implicated in oral cancers, as the alcohol can irritate cells in the mouth, making them more vulnerable. • See the dentist regularly for routine oral examinations. Dentists can pinpoint abnormalities in the mouth that may be precancerous or cancerous. More information about oral cancer can be found at www.cancer.org.
APRIL IS ORAL HEALTH MONTH! Our family friendly dental clinic is pleased to serve the residents of the Nicola Valley and surrounding areas. We place patient comfort as our top priority and our friendly team of professionals are happy to incorporate state of the art technologies into our practice to ensure you receive accurate diagnosis and the best care available. At no cost to you we have a van available Tuesdays and Thursdays to bring you to and from your dental appointment 24 hours notice is required.
New patients are always welcome.
April is National Oral Health Month The DENTAL CLINIC
Dr. S.K. Saini Inc. Dr. Saini would like to offer
FREE EMERGENCY DENTAL SERVICES Monday, April 15, 2019 For patients who are in pain and experiencing financial hardship. All appointments must be pre-booked. Ph: 250-378-6677 There are limited appointments available. HOURS OF OPERATION Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 2199 Quilchena Ave, Merritt • 250-378-6677
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TAKING PROPER CARE OF YOUR TEETH AND GUMS IS A LIFE LONG COMMITMENT. It includes a good oral hygiene routine that you follow at home, as well as regular visits to your dentist and an overall “team” approach to your oral care.
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TRACK AND FIELD
Sheldons sprint to the podium in Kamloops Father and son duo excel at indoor track and field meet hosted at Thompson Rivers University. Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD
One Sheldon grabbed a handful of medals while the other smashed track records at a recent track and field meet in Kamloops. Randy Sheldon and his son Ryland competed at the Van Ryswyk Indoor Invitational/ Masters Indoor Track & Field Championships from March 29 to 31. While Randy raced against other masters athletes in the provincial championship
meet, Ryland was up against the younger competitors in the indoor invitational. Both achieved excellent results in their events. Randy, 47, picked up two bronze medals in the 60 and 200 metre dash events. His best performance came in the longer distance event, as he finished with a personal best time of 1:04.68 in the 400 metre race, earning a silver medal. Not to be outdone, 12-year-old Ryland
had a standout meet, earning four gold medals and a pair of track records. He set a new personal best in the 200 metre dash (30.48), and cruised in the 60 metre event with a time of 9.28 seconds. Ryland peaked in the jumping events, as he leaped 3.87 metres to smash the old record in long jump, and soared to a record 1.25 metres in high jump. Finally, Randy joined with other members of the Greyhounds Masters Track and Field Club to set a new B.C. record in the 4x200 metre relay. The team ran a blazing 1:47.38.
(Above) Twelve-year-old Ryland Sheldon set a couple of track records en route to winning four events at the Van Ryswyk Indoor Invitational track meet. (Left, below) Ryland and Randy Sheldon pose with their hardware after the meet. Photos contributed
CHARITY FUNDRAISER
Centennials jersey auction raises $6,275
The leadership group for the Merritt Centennials show off the ‘Live Like Ty’ jerseys which were auctioned off to support the Ty Pozzobon Foundation. (From left) Nick Granowicz, Nick Wicks and Brendan Schneider. Photo courtesy of the Merritt Centennials Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD
The Merritt Centennials’ season may have ended in a loss, but this year’s team will go out on a high note. The third annual Centennials jersey auction raised $6,275 for the Canadian Mental Health Association and the Ty Pozzobon Foundation. The online auction wrapped up at 8 p.m. on March 29, with the final bids trickling in for the exclusive Pozzobon-inspired jerseys.
Cents business operations manager Jared Thomas said the funds and the auction help further the cause of mental health awareness. “I think it’s a great showing by the Centennials organization to ensure that two charities will receive some much needed support in their quest to raise mental health awareness,” he said in a news release. “We’ve seen the issue really come to the fore across the sports landscape, and also in day to day life. There are many who suffer, sometimes in silence, and we hope that by sup-
porting these causes and getting the word out there we give those people courage to reach out for help.” The highest priced jersey was a special Ty Pozzobon jersey, emblazoned with the late bull rider’s signature number 23. The winning bid was $600. Meanwhile, all of this year’s Centennials had jerseys up for grabs. The highest price for a roster player was team MVP Nick Granowicz, whose jersey netted $490. The grand total will be split between the two charities.
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IMMIGRANT SERVICES NOW IN MERRITT
Born outside of Canada? We can help! Kamloops Immigrant Services is a non-profit agency now offering services in Merritt. We assist all newcomers, including naturalized Canadian citizens, with a variety of services to help you get established in your community. All our services are free of charge for eligible clients. Contact us for additional information at 1-866-672-0855 or e-mail liza@kcris.ca / min@kcris.ca.
NICOLA VALLEY METIS
General meeting will be held every third Wednesday of the month. For more information please call Betty Ann at 250-378-5015.
STEPS TO CHRIST
There will be a 12 Step Seminar at Merritt Adventist Church every Sunday 3 p.m. or 7 p.m.. Materials are provided. Drop by 2190 Granite Ave., or contact Jim for more information 250378-2339.
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COURTHOUSE ARTS GALLERY
Join us Thursday to Saturday from 12 - 6 p.m. See our current art show or join us for our Friday workshops, different arts and artists, from tea and talk to mosaics, drawing, etc. For what’s new this week at the gallery and the Nicola Valley Arts Council check our website nicolavalleyartscouncil.com, or call 250-378-6515 or 250315-3437.
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The Red Cross will be open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.
a.m. Last Friday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m. Third Friday of the month drop in lunch 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday: drop-ins from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. with floor curling played at 1 p.m. The hall is available to senior members to use for teas, birthdays, celebrations and get togethers. The games room is complete with a pool table, snooker table, shuffleboard table, dart board, horseshoe pit, library with books, DVD’s and puzzles. For more information please call 250-378-3763.
NAVY LEAGUE OF CANADA
MERRITT PICKLEBALL CLUB
Play Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the CMS gymnasium, 2975 Clapperton Ave. The club also plays on Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 - 9 p.m., at the Merritt Civic Centre, 1950 Mamette Ave. Come for fun and exercise, drop-ins welcome. Demo paddles and instruction available. For more information call Brian 250-378-7452 or Gary 250-280-0105
MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE
The Nicola Valley Explorers Society’s primary aims are to promote hiking cycling, snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing and other non-motorized trail use in the Nicola Valley. The group aims to assist in the development and maintenance of recreational trails. Membership is open to anyone interested in non-motorized outdoor recreation in the Nicola Valley. For more information please contact Terry at 250-378-
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to noon. Please go to the hospital if you need medical equipment.
Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: seniors exercises 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., cribbage 1:30 & 7 p.m. Tuesday: bingo 1 p.m., doors open at 11:00 a.m., bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: carpet bowling 1:30 p.m., court whist 7 p.m., free swim at the pool 9 - 10 a.m. Thursday: floor curling 1 p.m., floor and table shuffleboard 3 - 5 p.m. Second and fourth Thursdays: floor curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m. Friday: seniors exercises 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., rummoli and games 7 p.m. The second Friday of each month at 1:30 p.m. we have a general meeting, executive meeting at 10
Join the Navy League every Wednesday evening from 6 - 9 p.m. for our parade. We are located at 1755 Coldwater Ave. Jumpstart does cover the cost of our fees and no child is turned away due to finances. For more information call 250280-6944.
at the United Church Hall, 1899 Quilchena Ave. For information call 250-378-5225. Weighin from 7:45 until 8:45 a.m. with meetings from 9 - 9:30 a.m.
GARAGE SALE
Baillie House spring garage sale, every Thursday to Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you need it, we might just have it. For more information call 250-3780349.
COMMUNITY BAND
Nicola Valley Community Band practices 7 p.m. Tuesdays at MSS music room. For more information call James 250-3157724.
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Crossroads Community Church
2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Merritt Baptist Church
2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship
in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.
Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 • Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.
Seventh Day Adventist Church
2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.
St. Michael’s Anglican Church
1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m.
Trinity United Church
Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (K - Gr. 4) - 10 am
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2451 Spring Bank Ave • 250-378-5603 Worship Service Sunday -10 am • Sunday School -11:10 am
Nicola Valley Junior Native Hockey says a big
THANK YOU To all the fans who came out and visiting teams The reffing crew Sondra Tom and her timing crew Terry Bose and Doreen Harry and others at admittance Alana Antoine on registration Gylan Bose, Steve Austin, Kim Mike, Randall Swakum and first aid crew Moose Coutlee, James Hoad, Tracey, Sonny and Rick Carl, on gopher duties To all that contributed to the hockey program Coaches and managers of Merritt teams: Chris Charters, Monica Charters, Dustin Shackelly, Bob Stirling, Terry McRae, James Fountain, JJ Holmes and all visiting teams, coaches, managers, for a very difficult job, well done. • Merritt arena and Shulus arena, thanks for all your hard work. • Thanks to Shawn Paterson, Kyle Minnabarriet, Harry Bear, for helping with the Bantam Renegade team • To all workers who sold 50/50 and so many others. Thank you for your splendid work.
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Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-378-4195 FMI.
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We really appreciate the businesses in the community that supported our tournament. The tournament generates a lot of revenue for the community and we hope to gain continued support for years to come. It takes a lot of dedicated workers to make 63 games so thanks everyone, Sorry if we missed anyone.
Yours in hockey - Wiliam “Punch” Bose
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April 6, 2019, 2 year memorial for Miss Emily Agar, Saturday, April 6, will mark 2 years since Emily left our physical world. Her family continues to miss her and honour her everday and will be hosting a get together in memory of her on this date from 1 to 3 PM, 3492 Fox Farm Rd., Merritt. If you knew Emily and wish to attend, we hope to see you there.
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Some memories are unforgettable, remaining ever vivid and heartwarming.
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Susan Bernice Levesque (nee Pattison)
Nov. 11, 1936 - Mar. 22, 2019
Born November 11, 1936 in Matheson Ontario. Predeceased by her husband Marcel and daughter Patsy. Survived by her children Lucy (Harry), Karen (Lorne), Cindy (Rob) and Ken. Grandchildren Sara (Darryl), Cheryl (Jasper), David (Mallory), Rachel (Sean), Lee (Ashley), Brett, Drew (Amanda), Corey, Kyle, Ashton, Brooklyn and Dustin. Great Grandchildren Kody, Duncan, London, Desmond, Jemma, Henry, Aydan, Brooklynn, Caleb, Kayden, Olivia, Colton and Emi. Lovingly remembered by siblings Eva, Idella, Wilfred, Linda, Dianna, Anna and Mark (Crystal) as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Mom passed away March 22, 2019 at her home, in the loving arms of her children and surrounded by her family. A Celebration of Life Tea will be held at the Civic Center (Rm 2 & 3) on April 6, 2019 at 11:00 am.
Healing from grief does not mean forgetting. Moving on with life does not mean we do not take part of our lost one with us.
Kenneth George Rannie, age 71, of Merritt, B.C., passed away on February 10th, 2019. Ken was born in Merritt, B.C. to Floyd and Marie on March 29th, 1947. He grew up in the area and called Merritt home for most of his life. He completed High School in Summerland, B.C. in 1965. A few years after graduating he married and had two daughters. He was a devoted Dad who enjoyed spending time with his girls. He had a passion for trucks of any size and the great outdoors. He operated several businesses the Esso Gas station in Spence Bridge and the Gulf Bulk plant in Merritt. In his later years he worked for Arrow Transportation. He spent many hours driving the Coquihalla highways either in a semitruck or in a tow truck. In his spare time, you could ÀQG .HQ à DJJLQJ DW WKH VSHHGZD\ RU WDNLQJ LQ WKH local rodeo. He also enjoyed camping, western music and time with family and friends. For the last few years he enjoyed his summers up at Chataway Lake, exploring the outdoors in his side E\ VLGH DQG WLPH VSHQW E\ WKH FDPSÀUH Ken was preceded by his parents and is survived by his two daughters Tracey (Kevin) Towhey and Crystal (Chuck) Johnson: his sister Celia (Bill) Besse and brother Gordon (Karen) Rannie: granddaughters, Patricia, Savannah and Melissa: his treasured great-grandson Dominic and several nieces and nephews. .HQ¡V ÀQDO UHVWLQJ SODFH ZLOO EH LQ 0HUULWW % & and a gathering to celebrate his life will be held at D ODWHU GDWH ,Q OLHX RI à RZHUV SOHDVH GRQDWH WR WKH Royal Inland Hospital Foundation.
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