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EDUCATION PACKAGES PRESCRIBED BURNS The Merritt Fire and Rescue Department have been conducting prescribed burns along Mountain Drive and NVIT area.

Diya Chhabra has started a fundraiser to assemble educational packages for students.

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Christian Aid Ministry has sent volunteers to do yard clean up in Merritt for free. STORY /PAGE 3

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$169,000

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This townhouse has a fenced front yard and offers back yard area with additional parking space and small outdoor storage room.

304-2799 Clapperton Avenue

MLS#164854

$275,000

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1881 Menzies Street

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$280,000

Welcome to Waterside Trail – a new bare land waterfront strata community in the beautiful Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake, one of BC’s premiere locations. You will enjoy year-round recreation w/ easy access to crown land, beaches, private dock & all the watersports you can imagine.

2526 Quilchena Avenue

NEW MLS#164852

$280,000

Welcome to Waterside Trail – a new bare land waterfront strata community in the beautiful Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake, one of BC’s premiere locations. You will enjoy year-round recreation w/ easy access to crown land, beaches, private dock & all the watersports you can imagine.

2611S Coldwater Road

MLS#166489

$$299,900

Very nice 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom second floor unit in the desirable Summit Complex! Don’t miss out, perfect for an investor/retiree or first time buyer.

Open concept floor plan, balcony to enjoy the summer nights, stainless steel appliances, fresh paint the unit is bright and clean!

2140 Taylor Place

MLS#166387

$315,000

Very desired top floor corner unit in the Vibe Apartment Complex, perfect for first time buyers, investors or even retirees who are looking to downsize! This unit offers open concept with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms the master has a walk-in closet to the 4 pace ensuite bathroom. The kitchen features granite countertops with hardwood cabinet, new stainless steel appliances include fridge and washer and dryer that have warranty.

437 Woodward Avenue

MLS#166582

$349,000

No Strata Fees on this half duplex with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and lots of room for your vehicles, RV and toys. The main level of the home features large living room with dining area, nice kitchen with lots of cabinets and includes appliances and your laundry area is just off the kitchen. The upper level of the home features 3 bedrooms and a 4 piece bathroom as well as storage area.

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1732 Granite Avenue

MLS#164885

$425,000

MLS#166402

$470,000

Very nice 2 bed, 1 bath home located in a cul-de-sac on a quiet Cute and Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with a large detached street, within walking distance to downtown Merritt amenities. garage/shop located in the desired Lower Nicola area, just minutes The home has a galley kitchen w/ lots of cabinets & open to your from downtown Merritt. The home features a large living room with dining area & front entry, sliding glass doorsEach leadoffice to your very gasowned is independently and operated fireplace to enjoy, open kitchen and dining area with new fridge private patio & great fenced backyard. and stove – March 2022.

3039 Hilton Drive

3350 Panorama Place

MLS#166128

$389,000

Investors, first time buyers take note! Lots of potential to bring your own ideas to this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home. The roof is approximately 5 years old, furnace approximately 4 years old and hot water tank replaced 2 years ago. Unfinished basement to create your own area with the laundry downstairs. Fully fenced yard and alley access, with lots of room for gardening and storage!

2840 Cranna Crescent

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$549,900

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$629,000

Developers and Investors take note of this prime location – 2 side by side lots, one has a 1920 two story home that requires some TLC. The main level of the home features a front enclosed porch, large living room open to dining area, kitchen with fridge and stove included, 4-piece bathroom and laundry area.

Very nice 6 bed, 3 bath family home located on a quiet street w/ large 22’ X 39’ attached garage. The main level features updated kitchen w/ lots of cabinets, center island w/ eating bar, granite countertops, updated appliances & open to your dining & living room. There are three bedrooms on the main level as well w/ 4 pc bath.

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1776 Juniper Drive

SOLD MLS#165764

$689,000

Very nice 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom family home located on a double lot in a great location, with an inground pool and private yard. The home features vaulted ceilings in the living room, open to the family room, kitchen with lots of cabinets and eating island and dining room, lots of bright windows, master bedroom offers sliding glass doors to your entertaining patio with in-ground pool and beautiful mature landscaping.

6441 Jagpal Way

MLS#166147

$749,900

Stunning home in one of the best locations in town. This immaculate rancher has been beautifully crafted and finished. Gorgeous hardwood floors, deep crown moldings and 10’ high ceilings lead you into the open concept kitchen, dining, living room area where you enjoy the granite counters, custom millwork and gas fireplace. LED lighting throughout and a brand-new reverse osmosis water system.

2209 Harris Road

MLS#166035

$775,000

Nice 2 Storey–5 bed home w/finished bsmt located on a quiet cul-de-sac, in desired bench location. The home features 3 levels w/upper level offering 4 bed, 4pc bath as well as 5pc ensuite beautifully renovated, updated w/separate soaker tub, shower & 2 sinks. Basement is finished w/a bedroom, large games/rec. room, large office/den & 2 pc bath.

4520 Eight Mile Road

MLS#166394

$819,000

Location, Location, Location. Don’t miss out on this executive style family home with breathtaking views of the Nicola Valley, local park/ walking trails and golf course. This home has many beautiful features including hardwood flooring, sunken living room with vaulted ceiling, large kitchen with updated high-end stainless steel appliances.

2400 Burgess Avenue

MLS#166027

$829,000

Well Established residential neighborhood. Thoughtful landscaping on this .34+ private property has transformed this PANORAMIC VIEW LOT into an outdoor oasis. Great spacious level fenced yard for all your entertaining and family needs. One owner home with over 3600 sq ft 4 bedroom 3.5 bath custom built exceptional home.

2760 Petit Creek Road

NEW MLS#165831

$989,000

BREATHTAKING VIEWS of beautiful Nicola Lake! Your retreat within just 2-3 hours of the Lower Mainland. Come away to this lovely 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a 2 car 20’ x 30’ garage/shop. Time to indulge yourself: bright kitchen with warm dark maple cabinets, granite countertop island and heated floors. Garden doors lead out to upper BBQ deck overlooking the lake. Great room featuring a cozy wood fireplace and oak hardwood flooring.

MLS#166212

$1,375,000

Beautiful 3500 sq ft home on 2.34 acres bordering the Nicola River. This home boasts quality throughout. Carefully constructed w/ every detail in mind starting w/home constructed on a knoll - foundation being reinforced cement poured into Styrofoam forms & treated w/ waterproof application & sealed w/ film, Low E Argon Gas windows, heat pump/propane furnace/electric heat.

MLS#165641

$1,390,000

Spectacular custom home on 20 acres with a year-round creek! This stunning property is very private and only 12 minutes from Merritt just off the coveted Mamit Lake Road. Wrap around deck and over 2600 square feet on the main floor with high vaulted ceilings, open concept d/r, l/r and kitchen with a gorgeous wood burning fireplace. Quartz counters and a large island.

MLS#166435

$1,395,000

Executive style home featuring 5 bedrooms plus office located on a one of a kind .72 acre quiet cul-de-sac lot. Enjoy privacy & the feel of rural living outside your back door while still having the convenience of city amenities. Notable mentions include custom industrial feel wood/metal railings, heated tile in all 3 bathrooms, on demand H/W, triple car garage, heat pump/A/C, and access to the Nicola River

MLS#165449

$3,250,000

Sprawling 2700 sq ft Rancher Home on 119 +/- acres of level hay land. Home has been completely updated including new addition in 2016. Enjoy comfortable living while working/living the ranching lifestyle. House features large country kitchen and dining room, 4 large bedrooms, blaze king wood stove, 2 living areas and large deck with hot tub to enjoy the peacefulness of the night sky.

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WEATHER Apr. 7: Cloudy 21°/3°C Apr. 8: 60% Rain 12°/3°C Apr. 9: 80% Snow 7°/-1°C

According to Dyck, there are 10 volunteers from Alberta, 2 from BC, and the rest of the volunteers are from Ontario. Photo/Christian Aid Ministries

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Flood recovery has been one of the main issues that numerous residents have been dealing with ever since they were let back into their homes. Significant damage was caused all throughout the city, especially to the homes nearest to the Coldwater River.

The waters spilled from the banks were strong enough to carry copious amounts of debris and have even displaced full sized mobile homes.

Upon coming back, a number of residents have lamented the fact that their yard was completely ruined, covered in mud, dirt, and debris.

In dealing with this issue, some have hired contractors while some have opted to work on the yards themselves, asking for assistance from friends and family.

Fortunately, organizations, such as Christian Aid Ministries have decided to lend a helping hand by sending over a crew willing to work on residents’ floodaffected yards for free.

“We are willing to help people clean up,” said John Dyck, Field Coordinator for Christian Aid. “The bible teaches us that when we see people in need, we need to help.”

Since March 21, a group of volunteers from the Christian Aid Ministries have been going through houses, providing free clean up service.

“It’s been a blessing being here,” said Joe Leis, Chaplain for Christian Aid Ministries. “To be able to, in some small way for the glory of God, help these people in trying times.”

Christian Aid Ministries is an international nonprofit organization promoting Christian faith through providing humanitarian aid.

Funding for operations such as this one being done in the city, comes from donations and contributions of different members of the Christian Aid community.

“We have a good base of Christian churches that are behind us and they are just happy to contribute with what God had blessed them with,” said Leis.

“Actually, Christian Aid doesn’t solicit funds whatsoever,” Leis added. “ No advertising, no fundraising, nothing of any sort.”

The organization has a rapid response team that scans for any places throughout the world which may need some form of assistance.

“The rest of us have our work to do at home and we might miss, for instance, this bad flood in Merritt,” explained Leis. “But

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these men are designated to watch for any tornadoes, floods, or storms and they will get that information to head office so we can mobilize.”

After the November floods, the head office at Moorefield, Ontario received word from the rapid response team about the calamities that had taken place both in Merritt and Princeton.

A team was sent in December to aid flood affected residents. Christian Aid Ministries and Samaritan’s Purse both had teams operating out of Crossroads Community Church.

In March, Crossroads once again hosted Christian Aid Ministries for their second mission in Merritt.

“The work has been going very well,” Dyck said. “We have equipment rented to clean the yards and the volunteers are enjoying it.”

Christian Aid has a team of volunteers operating daily from 7 am to 5:30 pm.

The team consists of people from Alberta, Ontario, and BC. “They are coming from all over and they’re giving up their time and talents here,” Dyck explained. “A lot of these men went to their employers and asked if they could have time off to come and help in

Apr. 11: 40% Snow 7°/-4°C Apr. 12: Partly Cloudy 9°/-4°C

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

High school senior raises money for students in Merritt

Chhabra has set her fundraising goal as $20,000 which she hopes to achieve

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Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Merritt Secondary School (MSS) senior Diya Chhabra is organizing a fundraiser to assemble educational packages for students. The package will help students here in Merritt who have been struggling with their classes due to factors such as the pandemic and the recent

floods.

“I just want to give back to the community and help students out because COVID has been very tricky and with the floods happening, a lot of students have fallen behind with school,” said Chhabra.

“The idea of creating learning packages is just to

help out students to catch up with the new school year coming up and that way it’s accessible and fun for them to have at home.”

The education packages will be sent to students at MSS, Diamond Vale Elementary School, and Merritt Central Elementary School.

“Education is held high in my heart,” the

grade 12 student explained. “I’ve also had a passion for helping others and this was the perfect time for me to do a project and help students.”

Learning packages will include curriculum books for grades 1-7.

Kindergarten students will have smaller books, school supplies like pencils, paper, rulers and other necessary materials. Students from Grade 8-12 will get school fee assistance with the remaining funds raised.

According to Chhabra, each package would be worth $50.

“I will be going around to MSS, Diamond Vale, and

Central asking the principals which students are in most need so I can make that certain amount of packages and distribute them out.”

MSS teacher Dave Andersen is assisting Chhabra for her project by helping her coordinate with the schools she intend to send packages to.

“Students in Grade 12 are required to complete a Capstone project as part of graduation. Diya knew from the start that she wanted her Capstone project to give back to the community in some way. With so much missed learning over the previous

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Official Community Plan Update The first draft of the Official Community Plan (OCP) was released in October, 2021.

Following public engagement and the Coldwater River flood, additional revisions have been made to the document. The second draft of the OCP will be available at merritt.ca/ocp on April 19, 2022. The City of Merritt would like your input on the content of the plan, prior to presentation of the final document to Council.

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Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Merritt and Princeton were hard hit by an atmospheric river in Nov. 2021, which resulted in extreme flooding that devastated both communities as the Coldwater and Tulameen rivers, respectively, spilled their banks and damaged hundreds of homes.

Now, the provincial government is providing recovery funding by way of

rural development grants.

“We need to ensure that we’re supporting rural communities so that jobs and services are there for the people who rely on them during and after challenging times,” said Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests.

“There’s no question that climate change has had a devastating impact on com-

munities around the province, so we need to get funding to areas where it is most needed.”

The recovery grants will support the expansion of the Princeton Industrial Park Expansion and Marketing Recovery Strategy, providing $500,000 to support projects intended to target economic recovery through industrial business and resident attraction, as well as the local tourism sector.

The City of Merritt will receive $500,000 to complete a suite of economic development projects and initiatives which will support long-term economic recovery, including sustainable tourism, and business and investment attraction.

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Spring time brings forth better weather outdoors, not quite warm enough to be walking around with shorts and a tank top but it IZAIAH REYES still excites you HERALD with the possi- EDITOR bilities of what you would be doing as it gets warmer and warmer.

There are a wide variety of activities we could do as the weather improves. Off the top of my head, we can go for a hike to the nearest trails or bike around town.

There are also the possibilities of camping, fishing, or going for a long drive.

Personally, around this time of year, I get inspired to do two types of shooting; shooting videos, and shooting hoops.

Back in Calgary last year, I had the pleasure of roaming the city in search of the best outdoor basketball courts. My girlfriend, brother, and I were able to play in 10 locations spanning across the city. We played basketball and I shot pictures and videos of our adventure.

Unfortunately, since I am away for work, we are unable to do that again.

However, as a consolation, I will be meeting up with my girlfriend and my family down at the coast for a weekend at the end of April.

I’m looking forward to us exploring Vancouver and finding things to do there.

I have seen some pictures on social media of people going boating there with a pedal boat so that’s definitely something I would want to do. Another activity I came across was the BMO marathon. If we are unable to do it this time, then I would definitely make sure we do it next year.

There are plenty of great activities to do outdoors when the weather is nice. I urge people to pick any that gets you out and active so that stress can be relieved and great memories could be had.

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LETTERS to the editor

From the Herald archives: April, 1998

Editor,

Merritt local wins $14 million

The electric vehicle is not our green silver bullet

If one compares the full cycle of electric vehicles (EVs) from manufacture, use and destruction/recycling they aren’t much better than internal combustion engine (ICE) alternatives. They maybe worse.

Electric car engines and batteries require lots of high quality metals such as copper, cobalt, nickel and lithium. Some require “rare earth” metals that are not overly abundant. Mining and refining all of these is energy intensive, environmentally damaging, and some must be sourced from countries with abysmal human rights records.

Recycling all of this could also prove to be a huge, energy intense effort.

Some Provinces and States are blessed with renewable hydro, solar and wind power to generate the electricity needed to power EVs. British Columbia is one of them. So, on balance EVs maybe better than ICEs if sourcing, manufacturing and recycling are optimum.

Currently they are not.

Other jurisdictions are not so lucky. They generate their electricity by burning coal, oil or gas. They create greenhouses gases to produce the electricity that EVs need. In effect, we are transferring pollution from the cities to more remote locations where the electricity is being generated (out of sight, out of mind?). In distributing electricity from source to use there is also loss, typically in the 10-15% range depending on infrastructure and distance. City dwellers may be happy with less pollution but the environment will not have benefited.

Governments in the US and Canada have embraced EVs in a big way. They are funding charging stations and offer subsidies for people to buy these pricier vehicles. Many see this as the green silver bullet.

Change over to EVs and our global warming problems are solved so we can continue polluting on virtually every other front.

Beware of green silver bullets.

Steve Burke West Kelowna

ALBAS: Playing politics with military procurement Prime Minister Trudeau has long held a firm position on the Lockheed Martin F-35 multi-role jet fighter aircraft.

In 2015 his promise DAN ALBAS to Canadians was clear “we will not buy the F-35 VIEW FROM stealth fighter bomber”.

THE HILL PM Trudeau further stated the F-35 “did not work” and that “It no longer makes sense, if it ever did, to have a stealth, first-strike capacity fifth-generation fighter,”.

Things changed this week as the Trudeau Liberal Government announced that it has now decided that the F-35 will be the preferred replacement aircraft for the CF-18.

Negotiations will now begin to purchase 88 new F-35 fighter jets at a currently estimated cost of around $19 billion.

What was also very interesting about this Liberal decision was that recently released documents obtained under ‘Access to Information’ revealed the Liberal Government communication

strategy to justify purchasing the F-35 was developed two years ago, in 2020.

Why was a “communications strategy” required?

As reported by the Ottawa Citizen it was to: “justify how the federal government could purchase the F-35 even though Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s claimed Canada wouldn’t buy the stealth fighter and had no use for it”.

What was in this communication strategy?

Advice to avoid “dealing with the direct statements from the Liberals that the F-35 would not be purchased. Instead, the focus was on the procurement process itself.”

This is largely what Procurement Minister Filomena Tassi did at the announcement that PM Trudeau did not attend.

This is not the first time the Liberals have played politics when it comes to replacing aging equipment required by our forces.

Many may recall that in 1992 the Liberals also campaigned to cancel the EH-101 helicopter replacement for the aging Sea-King helicopter.

This cancellation cost taxpayers $478 million in penalties when the Liberals cancelled the $4.8 billion EH-101 helicopter order that was to replace the aging Sea-Kings.

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Cancelling the replacement for the Sea-King did not negate the need to replace this aging helicopter, it only delayed it further, and at a much greater cost to taxpayers.

In fact when the same Liberal government, only a few years later announced the replacement of the Sea-King, the new helicopters came at an increased cost said to be $6.2 billion.

When that contract was finally signed for 28 new CH-148 Cyclone helicopters the total cost had increased more to $7.6 billion.

Because of the many delays created by this Liberal cancellation, an additional $495 million maintenance contract was required to keep the 55-year-old Sea-King helicopters safely in the air.

I mention all of this because playing politics with military procurement does little more than leave our forces with aging, less effective aircraft that is very costly to fly.

It also drives up the eventual replacement costs to taxpayers.

My question this week: Do you support the purchase of the 88 Lockheed-Martin F-35 jet fighters?

I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl.gc.ca or call toll free 1-800-665-8711.

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Merritt local, Betty Richards wins $14 million with a $2 Quick Pick lottery ticket.

Richards bought the ticket at the Merritt Petro Canada gas station and said that she had only bought it because the store clerk had asked.

A total of three tickets were bought and Richards had given two to her daughters with her eldest Katt, receiving the winning ticket.

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Diya Chhabra helps Merritt students From Page 6 few years, Diya recognized a need she could help meet with the summer learning packages she is putting together.”

Chhabra is very excited to do this project and says she has a great source of motivation.

“I’m definitely inspired by my family,” said Chhabra.

“My family and I have gone through a lot in the past few years, we suffered a kitchen fire in 2019, we were out of our house for about 10 months.”

Chhabra, who lives along Grieg Street, says her family was

also affected by the November 2021 floods. The Chhabra family was out of their home for approximately four months and was able to return mid-February.

“I’ve been getting my project together now that our family’s settled down and now I can help other families settle down.”

Chhabra is no stranger to mobilizing the community for a good cause.

The Merritonian, who is a Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) youth ambassador, has hosted a plethora of events over the years including

bottle drives, dinners, and hotdog lunches.

“I am a type 1 diabetic myself,” said Chhabra. “For me, it’s very important that I reach out to other community members and others around the world who are in need of more support.”

In May of 2019, Chhabra also hosted a diabetes fundraiser at MSS where she was able to raise $2000.

The fundraiser was a luncheon and an awareness walk. Chhabra also addressed the school about her experience being a type 1 diabetic and talked about ways for others to help

individuals like her.

The educational packages are expected to be sent in preparation for the following school year. Chhabra has already promoted her fundraiser and looks to raise as much money as she can by July 1 so she can send the packages out in the summer.

“Lots of people have been really kind and sending me messages, telling me what a good

job I am doing,” Chhabra explained.

“They also tell me that ‘even though things can be tough there’s always a positive outcome from helping others,’ this is something I really hold high in my heart.”

People who would like to contribute to Chhabra’s project can donate and share to others this Go Fund Me link: https://gofund. me/d424917f.

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Resident electors must produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

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To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00 p.m. on General Voting Day – April 30, 2022. It is the obligation of the person applying to vote by mail ballot to ensure that the mail ballot is received by the Chief Election Officer within the time limit.

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Dog park opens in Collettville

FRIENDS & Neighbours Merritt Rotary Club flood funding update Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM

The move of the dog park now opens up the city’s planned expansion for the Public Works Yard. Photo/ Herald file photo

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM A temporary Engineering dog park was Services. opened to the pub“It is currently lic on Thursday, a temporary dog March 31. Local park, that is why residents now have there’s temporary an area for their fencing and there four legged family isn’t grass at the members to roam current time.” after the previous The park has park was claimed moved from their by last year’s flood. previous location “During the by the Public Works flood, multiple Yard. Located areas saw signifinow at the corner cant damage and of Government also due to damAvenue and Main age in the Public Street, the park Works Yard, we includes picnic have relocated tables, a designated the dog park into small dog area, Collettville,” said and doggy bags for Charlie Henderson, waste pickup.

Director of “We are curPublic Works and rently waiting for a

dike design to come back as we will be constructing a permanent dog park in that area in the future.”

Currently, the temporary dog park does not have water available. This would be one of the main features the city will look to add to make the park a permanent set up. Other features include trees, landscaping and turf which will help keep resident’s beloved pets cleaner than they were at the previous park.

“We really appreciate the residents who have gone without a dog

park for so long,” Henderson said.

“The flood was quite devastating and we appreciate all their patience and the pet patience throughout Merritt and hopefully we’ll have a bigger and better dog park for them.”

Henderson said that it is expected for further work to be done on the park towards the end of 2022.

“It’s hugely beneficial to the community to have an off-leash area for all of our furry friends. The city is working diligently to provide that for residents.”

Article correction An article in the Herald’s March 31,2022 edition was published with incorrect information.

The page 10 article titled “Federal government invests in BC watershed security” contains wrong

information as it is in fact Provincial government and not Federal government that is involved with the story.

The photo caption included in the story had inaccuracies as the funding is provincial, not federal.

The Merritt Rotary Club continues to assist flood victims by distributing hundreds of thousands of dollars in donated funds.

During the first phase of funding, Merritt Rotary gave out a total of $523,500 to 262 residents. This phase of funding is now closed and no new applications will be accepted.

Moving into phase two, Rotary has already provided $100,500 split between 43 residents. Successful phase two applicants are those currently working on their homes with the potential to move back in.

“We have identified the people who will receive funding through this phase already and if they haven’t received a phone call, they will soon,” said Leslee Lucy, President of the Merritt Rotary Club.

“The donations we are receiving have slowed down considerably.”

Phase three, which is expected to begin in a few weeks, will focus on assisting residents whose homes were destroyed and will need to be completely rebuilt. The details of this phase are currently being ironed out, and a great deal of this funding will depend on the

amount of money coming in from the Hell or High Water telethon.

“The Hell or High Water Telethon and concert was a great success,” said Lucy.

“The impact will be felt for many months to come. The telethon and concert put the spotlight back on the fire and flood ravaged communities which had fallen out of favour with the media.

It also made a statement to the government that we take our selves seriously and we expect the government to do so as well.”

Although the final tally of funds raised by the Hell or High Water telethon has not been determined, Lucy estimates it to be around $140,000, with the concert raising an additional $12,000, with donations still coming in.

“Merritt Rotary really appreciates all the work that went into the telethon and concert by Greg Girard, Colin Girard, Melvina White and Kenny Hess,” said Lucy.

“They were an absolute delight to work with and I hope we can work with them again in the future. Merritt Rotary also really appreciates all the generous and kind-hearted people who have helped us help the residents of Merritt.

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Free yard clean-up in Merritt From Page 3 Merritt.”

As it stands, the organization has already helped clean up 45 homes throughout the city. Dyck said that he got in touch with the Merritt Support Centre to get in touch with residents most in need of their assistance. From there, word of mouth spread and other homeowners started to reach out for Christian Aid’s service.

“The homeowners are so appreciative, with the help they’ve received,” Leis said.

“We point it out to them that it’s because of the love of Jesus.”

Ashley Fulcher owns a home in Coldwater Avenue. Unfortunately, her property was hit hard by the floods.

“The mud I had was pretty overwhelming,” Fulcher described. “In some areas, I had mud as high as three feet.”

Looking to restore her yard, Fulcher came across Christian Aid through one of her colleagues who is a member of Crossroads Community Church.

“I put my name on the list, and these lovely men and women just showed up and swirled around my yard,” Fulcher described. “One minute I had mud all

over the place and then the next minute it was gone.”

Fulcher feels very grateful to Christian Aid and has since passed the information along about the free service they are providing.

“You are so overwhelmed just trying to get your life back,” said Fulcher “They’re meeting you when you’re in the depths of life ” Christian Aid looks not only to provide a solution to these homeowners but they are also looking to build a rapport with them.

“Following the cleanup project, we present them with a bible and we pray with them,” explained Leis. “There are cases too, that we know someone is hurting more than others, we’ll keep records of those phone numbers and, even when we’re done, we might give them a call or a text and ask them how they are doing.”

The yard clean up service will continue until the end of April. For residents who are interested to get work done on their property, please contact Merritt Support Centre through email at returnhome@ merritt.ca or call them at 1-877-655-0341.

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Trees are cut and pruned in accordance with the maintenance prescription, however some are salvaged when possible. Photo/ Merritt Fire and Rescue Department

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM A thick cloud of smoke could be seen in the area of Mountain Drive around 10 am on Friday, April 1. Though the smoke was apparent, citizens were unable to hear any fire trucks driving towards the location in response.

Surprisingly, the Merritt Fire Department are actually the ones behind the fire as this was a prescribed maintenance burn in accordance with their fuel management program.

“We’ve gone through and completed all the stand modifications that’s within the prescription which reduces the amount of trees per hectare to somewhere between 300 and 350,” said Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson. “Now, what we are doing is the maintenance which will be going on for quite a long time which includes

this underburning, burning up the needles and liters on the forrest floor just to reduce those hazards.”

The operation is described as a “fuel break” where the department works to take away any potential material or debris that could catch on fire, inevitably causing a wildfire to spread.

“One of the bigger threats rather than the fire front coming into Merritt is the ember cast that are going to land throughout the community, potentially, if there was a fire coming towards us.”

Tomkinson also explained that the department has removed trees to “open up the canopy” which reduces the risk of a “crown fire from entering the community.”

“There still may be fire in these areas but it won’t likely sustain a crown fire due to

the thinning of the stand,” Tomkinson explained. “Instead we would expect a surface fire that is actionable.”

In the past years, BC Wildfire Service has completed much of the maintenance work here in Merritt.

Parts of the maintenance included, pruning, piling, and burning to reduce fuel loading in certain areas.

This year, the department has been leading the prescribed burns with some assistance from BC Wildfire Service.

The department is responsible for managing over 200 hectares of land in these operations, with 167 hectares being treated on the Bench area.

Each area is a part of a 5-6 years maintenance cycle.

“We burn on days where there are good venting, meaning that the smoke will be carried out of the community,” Tomkinson explained.

“Typically it’s going to be weekdays and it will end when conditions no longer allow us to burn.”

Tomkinson says that their operations are coupled with the Fire Smart program, an initiative to educate homeowners on what they can actively do to improve the resilience of their homes against fires.

Beginning on the week of March 21, the department

has been working around the area of Nicholson Avenue and NVIT. Afterwards, the crew will proceed to the other end of Mountain Drive to do some work on city owned land around the cemetery.

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ORAL HEALTH MONTH Dental hygiene is about more than just your teeth Individuals tend to learn about dental hygiene at an early age. On the recommendation of their children’s pediatricians, parents may begin brushing their youngsters’ teeth the moment the first tooth breaks through the gums. While proper dental hygiene is vital to oral health, it also can have a profound effect on the rest of the body.

According to the Mayo Clinic, poor oral health might contribute to various diseases and conditions.

Periodontitis is a severe yet preventable gum infection that can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. But the threat of periodontitis doesn’t end in the mouth.

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While bacteria was long suspected to be the link between periodontitis and other diseases in the body, the AAP notes that recent research points to inflammation as the culprit that connects periodontitis with diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.

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NCAA Roundup recognizes some familiar faces Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM

Zach Metsa played for the Centennials in the 2016-2017 season before moving on to USHL and eventually Quinnipac University. Photo/ Ian Webster

As the NCAA hockey tournament continues to heat up, we take some time to recognize a pair of Merritt Centennials alumni who have received honors for their play.

In a recent NCAA roundup, the league announced the players who have made the All Conference teams. Two of which, were Clarkson University’s Mathieu Gosselin and Quinnipac University’s Zach Metsa.

Gosselin, now a junior for the Golden Knights, played two full seasons for the Cents from 2017-2019.

In his first year Gosselin would put up 33 points in 53 games. Gosselin showed an incredible ability to quickly adapt to the BCHL level of play, almost doubling his total points to 60 for his second season.

Metsa played for the Centennials in the 2016-2017 season and had 27 points in 57 games.

As a senior for the Bobcats, Metsa led the nation in scoring defense, scoring 34 points and blocking 24 shots. His performance earned him All Conference as well as ECAC Defenceman of The Year.

Both players have earned a spot on the 1st Team All Conference in the ECAC division.

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Meaghan Hackinen poses for a picture after winning 2021 BC Epic 1000. Photo/Meaghan Hackinen

Marc Ashford CONTRIBUTOR As the spring season is upon us, and the promise of better weather looms, the ability to enjoy the outdoors has begun to heat up. While many embrace the warm weather by playing a round of golf or heading to the baseball diamond, others dust off their helmets, pump their tires, get back up on their bike, and prepare themselves for another intense season of bikepacking.

A unique and at times very difficult sport, bikepacking is an exciting style of bicycle touring that combines the beauty of mountain biking and distance backpacking. There are limited rules such as no help from or helping of other cyclists,

no resupply stations, and employment of the honour system (tracking your own time).

Every year cyclists leisurely experience the beauty of bikepacking and the trails the sport has to offer such as the Okanagan Rail Trail or Kettle Valley Railway (KVR). However, the B.C. Epic 1000 is on a whole different level with its 600 km rail beds from Merritt to Castlegar and another 400 km along gravel tracks heading into Fernie.

While the route from Merritt to Fernie is not as difficult as some other bikepacking routes, like the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (4,300 km route from Banff to Antelope, New Mexico), it still has its challenges. Hard gravel and uneven rocky roads, along with discom-

forting prolonged climbs are just some of the adversities riders will have to overcome.

Additionally, the path is not always cleared for riders to pass by smoothly and with the recent floods that took place across BC, there might be sections of the path that are completely washed out.

“Between the flood and the fires in BC, some of the bikepacking routes might have sustained a lot of damage,” said last year’s BC Epic 1000 winner, Meaghan Hackinen.

Hackinen is also women’s record holder, and second all-time record holder for the B.C. Epic 1000.

“I think what would happen is we would follow the original route as much as possible and then we would hop on the road to avoid any sort of flooded areas.”

“In general that’s how these events work,” Hackinen stated. “If there’s more miles because of that, then that’s just part of the event.”

Being an avid cyclist, Hackinen has prior experience with unforeseen forks in the road.

“This year there was a section that was washed out on the trail near the end of Otter Lake,” Hackinen recalled. “We all hopped onto Coalmont Road for an extra 10 or 15 kilometres to avoid the washout.”

Hackinen credits the bikepacking community for coordinating with fellow cyclists, informing them of any conditions that could influence a group’s ride.

“If there’s a rider in Merritt who goes out and rides on some of the path, they would report back and might tell

Lennard ‘hey, this part’s closed so make sure your riders know about it.”

Lennard Pretorius is a Kamloops doctor, bikepacker, and the creator of the B.C. Epic 1000. In 2015, Pretorius mapped out the path after riding a 600 km route in Oregon and wanting something similar back home.

The annual informal ride along the same route of public trails and roads has grown in popularity over the past few years, and as Hackinen states, “has attracted competitors worldwide,” to come and experience a long and daunting route that requires a lot of, “patience and skill.”

Additionally, it can be even more of a challenge when one has to bike through extreme heat like the heat dome bikers experienced last summer (2021).

The B.C. Epic 1000 is an extreme test for even the most skilled and dedicated riders.

“It is a race but it is also just a bike ride,” Hackinen stated. “If you want to slow down, stop, and have a dip in the near water then go ahead.”

For those riders who want to take on a challenge and join the vigorous 1000 km race, they are free to do so and can register on the B.C. Epic 1000 website.

However, they must do so at their own risk and must be prepared for the inevitable challenges that will be thrown their way.

The 2022 B.C. Epic 1000 is scheduled to depart from Merrit on June 25th at 7:00 am.

For more information on how to register for the B.C. Epic 1000, please visit bcepic100.com

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Owner Kathy Castro has operated Planet Hair since 1996, and has owned her downtown location since 2005. Photo/Herald File Photo

Merritt Herald NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Planet Hair has been a staple in the community for over 26 years, providing salon and retail services much beloved by their customers. However, the downtown location at 2040 Granite Avenue will be completing its final orbit around the sun later this month, as the building has been sold to Interior Community Services.

Owner Kathy Castro and her

team have stayed busy during the pandemic, experiencing higher traffic than ever.

“It was challenging at first, but we were busier than we ever were.

Everybody was so scared that we would shut down again that they kept up with their hairstyles,” joked Castro.

Although restrictions in BC have begun to lift, Castro maintains a high level of sani-

tization, ensuring clients can enjoy Planet Hair’s comprehensive list of services and products with peace of mind. From tanning, haircuts, and other beauty services, to shampoos and designer clothing, the team at Planet Hair’s passion for service is clear by the common appearance of wide smiles and satisfied customers.

“My favourite thing about the Planet Hair team is their positivity and their passion about what they do. It is

evident that everyone is passionate about what they do and their love for people.”

Castro first opened her Merritt location in 1996, after settling in the Valley from Kamloops. Castro had planned to open there, but moved her home and business to Merritt, finding that a large portion of her client base resided in the Nicola Valley.

“The spirit of the Nicola Valley is very special,” said Castro. “The people are warm and generous, and it’s beautiful here.”

Castro knew she would pursue a career in fashion and beauty from a young age, a lifelong dream that began at age five.

“It’s always been something I’ve loved. Fashion and beauty are kind of my thing.”

Throughout her career, which began in 1990, Castro has cut hair, designed and sold cowboy hats, clothing, and operated a hair and beauty school. After owning three salons in Williams Lake, Salmon Arm, and

Merritt, she has always considered the latter home.

While the building that Castro and her team currently operate in downtown has recently sold, the sun is not setting for the final time on Planet Hair. Castro intends to maintain a relationship with her clients.

Castro is undoubtedly grateful for the support of her family, friends, team, and all those who supported her business. She will always be thankful for the support of her husband, and her mother, whom she lost in 2019.

Castro credits her mother as being her biggest role model, and teaching her the value of sincerity, integrity, and hard work in business.

Castro praised WorkBC, Community Futures, RBC, the Merritt Herald, and other local small business stakeholders for their resources and expertise. Most of all, she is grateful for the support of her clientele.

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the surrounding area, what can I say? I love you, you made this journey amazing. I have enjoyed every minute with all of you, you have enriched my life and made me look forward to enjoying every day at work. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for a wonderful 26 years. It’s all because of you.”

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Violet Beatrice Magel January 18, 2022 - March 7, 1930 Violet Beatrice Magel, aged 91, suddenly passed away in the Merritt hospital on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.

Originally Violet Beatrice Okert, the Saskatchewan native was born on a farm in Golden Prairie on March 7, 1930. Violet lived in Eastend, Saskatchewan until she moved to Medicine Hat, Alberta in 1940, then to Kelowna in 1945, and eventually Merritt in 1949 with her husband, Robert Ernest Magel. Together, the couple owned and operated “Bob Magel Construction Supplies Ltd”.

Widowed at the age of 35. Violet raised 4 children, while operating their Building Supply.

Known as Vi to family and friends, the Merritt local became an active member of the community for 72 years. Vi was a member of the Kinette Club for 20 years, the Merritt Centennial Committee, and the Nicola Valley Hospital Board for 9 years.

Violet was also involved with the B.C. Amateur Athletics Association for 3 years including the 1993 Summer Games in Kamloops.

Vi loved to curl and golf for fun. For 20 years, she dedicated her time preparing the curling draws and calling for curling spares for the Merritt Curling Club. She was an avid curler for 59 years and in her later years, loved playing Bridge.

For fun, Vi loved traveling to other countries and loved to meet and talk to people. She also loved her time at Holiday Park, in Winfield.

Violet is survived by her son Glen and his wife Darlene. She is also survived by her daughters, Gail and Gwen along with their husbands Lui and Ray. Violet has 6 grandchildren, Garry, Bradley, Robert, Kimberley, Katie and Jayne and 9 great grandchildren. Vi was predeceased by her husband, Robert in 1965 and her son Garry in 1971.

Vi will be missed by family and friends.

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Florence Barbara (Tiny) Street, nee Shuttleworth July 9, 1934 – March 27, 2022 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, Barbara Street.

Barbara was born at Aspen Grove to Reginald and Alice Shuttleworth and was one of four children. She was known for her kind and gentle spirit, and loving hugs. She loved the outdoors, fishing, camping, long drives in the bush, cooking, and gardening.

Barbara is survived by her sister, Myrtle McIntyre, three beautiful children, Candy, Lloyd, Kim (Arnold), and daughter-in-law, Cecilia. Her children and grandchildren meant the world to her.

She is predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Gordon Street, her children, Sandy and Mike, sisters Joan and Norma, and parents Reginald and Alice.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Canadian Cancer Society in Barbara’s name.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Andrew Edgar Heard September 24 1991 - March 24, 2022 Mr. Andrew Edgar Heard passed away peacefully on March 24, 2022.

Sadly missed by parents Tommy and Roberta Heard, brother Ben Heard and sister Tina (Michael) Parr, niece Nevaeh, nephew Jayden as well as many friends and relatives.

He is predeceased by grandparents Ted and Shirley Heard & Henry and Helen Croaker.

No formal service by request.

Dennis Meeker June 1, 1959 - March 25, 2022

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3499 Voght Street, Merritt BC, V1K 1C6

250-378-6181

Owner/Broker

www.royallepage.ca

Visit: www.royallepage.ca/merritt email: rlpmerit@telus.net for a complete list of current listing.

Managing Broker

CLAUDETTE EDENOSTE Ph: 250-280-0689

JOHN ISAAC Ph: 250-378-1586

claudetteedenoste@ royallepage.ca

johnisaac@telus.net

JENNIFER KIGHTLEY Ph: 250-315-3256 jenniferkightley@ royallepage.ca

TONY LUCK

Ph: 604-217-5825 tjluck@royallepage.ca

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DENISE DESILETS

FRED SINGER

Ph: 250-315-8395 denisedesilets@ royallepage.ca

Ph: 250-318-8392 fred.singer@royallepage.ca

KEVIN DUNN

Ph: 250-525-0073 1kevindunn@ protonmail.com

3225 PETIT CREEK ROAD

2961 MCLEAN AVENUE

This 2007 Chalet style home is situated on 5.63 acres of land with stunning mountain views. The fenced yard is complete with u/g sprinklers, plug and septic for RV in driveway and detached shop with attached carport. Check out you tube video. 165779

Near new home on cul-de-sac with large back yard. Good natural light in main living space that has open floor plan for living ar-ea. Three bedrooms with full bath up as well as 3 piece ensuite in master.166055

2251 JACKSON AVENUE

2282 SCHINDLER CRESCENT

$998,900

$699,900

Call one of our agents to see what your home is worth.

1642 DOUGLAS STREET

D

$259,900

6881 OLD NICOLA TRAIL $2,288,888

L SO

$549,000

$409,000

W

No strata fees on this one! Investors & first time buyers take note of this 2 level townhouse with 3 bedrooms. Great location across from elementary school and lane access with fenced yard and shed. 166243

2900 PETIT CREEK ROAD $890,000

Looking for a lakefront property? This beautiful, custom built luxury home sits on .95 acres on east side of Nicola Lake in the exclusive Nicola Trails subdivision. More than 4200 sqft of living space and a 659 sqft garage..165739

2090 CLAPPERTON AVE

D

$329,000

L SO

NE This 3 bed, 1 bath home is centrally located on a large lot and has been well cared for. There is an attached garage and a detached shop. Lane access as well.

The yard boasts a variety of fruit trees and perennials and a large garden area.

166364

This 2 storey home has huge potential with lots of room for the family inside & outside.

This home sits on a large lot at .44 acre.

Suite potential upstairs with kitchen area and separate entrance!. 166412

Royal LePage Property Management For all rental inquiries, please contact

Pristine 4.78 acres fully fenced & cross fenced located in Sunshine Valley area. This property is a one of a kind find with everything tastefully planned out. There are 2 wells giving you ample water for domestic & outside use.. 166424

This home has 3 bedrooms & 1 bathroom located on a corner lot. This home has great potential and does require some re-pairs after the flooding in Merritt. The home has been cleaned up with tear out work completed, but it needs your finishing ideas..166463

Kevin Dunn or Crystal Chandler.

Rental Applications are available at the office.

Phone: 250-378-1996 Email: proplepage@gmail.com