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IHA brass looks at new health care model Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

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The Interior Health Authority’s new president and CEO, Chris Mazurkewich, is focused on implementing a new type of primary health care model in Merritt. The city is currently in the midst of losing two long-time medical practices. One practice closed officially at the end of March and the other will close at the end of April — leaving thousands without a family physician. Under this new model, the number of patients per physician could potentially be expanded by offloading some of a doctor’s work to other health care providers like nurse practitioners or dieticians. “The physician has to [make] the diagnosis, but he may then say the treatment plan can be worked by these [other practicioners],” Mazurkewich told the Herald. In the case of rural communities, he said specialists would make trips to those places, or patients would have appointments via video-conference call. Currently one nurse practitioner works in Merritt, and Mazurkewich said that deciding whether or not to add others will be the result of future conversations. Mazurkewich said that recruiting family physicians to rural B.C. communities has been successful, and Canada as a whole has more doctors

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than ever. “People are saying there’s a shortage, so if we’ve got the most we’ve ever had and they’re still saying there’s a shortage, then we have to change the model,” he said. “Other countries have changed the model. Some of our communities have changed the model and that seems to be working quite well, so that’s what we’re interested in exploring, because we’re not going to get all the [general practitioners] that people are asking for within B.C. It’s just not going to happen in the next five years.” He said changing the model throughout the IHA’s jurisdiction is expected to take place over the next few years. “We have to pick which communities are ready in terms of physician leadership,” Mazurkewich said. He said the IHA is still actively trying to recruit physicians. “I think last year we recruited more physicians to [Interior Health] than we’d ever done, and I think we also recruited the most additions to any health authority.

Guess what, we still have a shortage,” Mazurkewich said. “That’s why recruitment is important, retention’s important, but fundamentally changing the model, particularly around primary care and mental health service, is critically important as well.” Dr. Malcolm Ogborn, IHA executive medical director, said the number of fulltime physicians designated for Merritt in the IHA’s physician resource plan is nine, but the city has never had more than seven. He said locums working in the hospital’s emergency department have bridged that gap. “I think the sort of challenges you’re seeing here is very, very typical of small communities,” Ogborn said. “You have physicians who’ve been in a place for a long time. They’ve built up a single, solid practice out of an office, [but] the trouble is the people who are graduating don’t have a lot of an inclination to go in and buy an established office practice,” Ogborn said. Mazurkewich said that he thinks the difficulty in recruiting physicians to small communities is the reason IHA is looking to move to more of a primary care model. Mazurkewich and other members of the IHA stopped in at the Nicola Valley Hospital on Monday as part of a tour around the health authority.

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A year after staff from the Ministry of Environment defended B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rules surrounding the use of biosolids as fertilizer, the ministry has announced a comprehensive review of the organic matter recycling regulation. Despite the current regulations having been touted as â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the best standards in the world,â&#x20AC;? by staff with the Ministry of Environment last year, the comprehensive review of the organic matter recycling regulation (OMRR) will begin in the fall of 2016. The regulation came into effect in 2002. Amendments to the OMRR are expected to be made in 2017, after a lengthy period of public consultation,

according to a release from the Ministry of Environment. A revised OMRR could set new standards for acceptable levels of organic contaminants in biosolids, as well as new requirements for production and management of the solid waste left over from sewage. Opposition to the land use of biosolids has been steady in the Nicola Valley, as the chiefs of the Nicola Valley First Nations bands signed a moratorium on the dumping of biosolids in the valley last year. Lower Nicola Valley Band Chief Aaron Sam hailed the announcement of the review as a step in the right direction, but reiterated that the chiefs maintain their opposition to all land use of biosolids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would support anything when it relates to consulting the community at large,â&#x20AC;? said Sam. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a good step to consult British Columbians

and First Nations.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well we, the Nicola Chiefs, have said since weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been involved in the process of biosolids, [that] we do not want the land application of biosolids in this area, and our position hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t changed,â&#x20AC;? Sam continued. The announcement of a comprehensive review of the OMRR also accompanied news that the results from a scientific review on the land use of biosolids â&#x20AC;&#x201D; undertaken last year after the moratorium was enacted by the area chiefs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; would be published in May. Don Vincent, the president of the Friends of the Nicola Valley, a group organized in opposition to the land application of biosolids, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold out much hope for the provincial government to change its tune. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll do some superficial nonsense,â&#x20AC;?

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Nicola Valley eyeing BC Rural Dividend Find the Herald online Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

The province is presenting a pot of money to rural communities to help diversify and strengthen their economies, the potential of which isn’t lost on locals. Over the next three years the provincial government is handing out $75 million — $25 million per year — to communities with populations under 25,000 through its newly created BC Rural Dividend. Last Thursday, Minister of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations, Steve Thomson, announced to a Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart and B.C. Minister of Forests Lands and Natural Resource group of locals at the Country Operations, Steve Thomson, listen to Nicola Valley Community Theatre society director Rich Hodgson talk about his groups plans to build a theatre in downtown. Michael Potestio/Herald Music Hall of Fame in Merritt that the first wave of applications were being accepted between diversification of the community Individuals and groups can also April 4 and May 31. partner together and apply for up and keep people in town. Among those who attended “I expect it would meet the to $500,000, and must contribute were members of the Nicola criteria, [but] they have to go into 40 per cent of the total project Valley Community Theatre the mix with everything else,” cost. Applicant contributions can Society, which has been trying Thomson said, adding that there’s include in-kind contributions of to build a movie theatre and been a lot of interest expressed in up to 10 per cent. performing arts centre downtown. this funding. Minister Thomson said the Currently the group needs to The funding is available to government is willing to consider raise $3.2 million to cover the cost funding beyond these amounts in projects under four categories — of construction. community capacity building, special circumstances. Theatre society directory Rich workforce development, Local governments, not-forHodgson said these funds likely community and economic profit organizations and First present the biggest opportunity development, and business sector Nations are all eligible to apply his group has of getting funding development. for the funding. from the provincial government. Two waves of applications will Thomson said the community A single applicant or entity be accepted this year. theatre project being taken on by can apply for up to $100,000 Successful applicants will be locals could fit the bill for these for community-driven projects, announced by the end of the funds as long as the application but must contribute at least 20 summer, with the next intake shows that it will create per cent of the total project cost. taking place in the fall. jobs, contribute to economic

Thomson told the Herald the government will try to spread the funding evenly around the province, but ultimately the quality and the nature of the applications will drive the decisions, he said. Unsuccessful applications can be resubmitted for future intakes. Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart noted the theatre society’s movie theatre project as having the potential to benefit from this funding. “There may be other groups in the community we’re unaware of that have a project that is almost shelf-ready, and we’d encourage them to take a look at these dollars and get their applications in.” City of Merritt economic development officer Will George told the Herald that action items outlined in city plans such as its age-friendly action plan and wayfinder signage strategy are potential projects that could benefit from this funding. Lennard Joe, chairperson of the Nicola Tribal Association (NTA) told the Herald he thinks this funding has the opportunity to bring multiple groups together and work on mutual goals. He said he’s considered the Gateway 286 project — a First Nations-led development project of Crown land located at the junction of highways 5 and 97C, where the visitor centre is located — as a potential benefactor of this funding.

Overnight stays climb at cold weather shelter Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt’s cold weather emergency shelter may have wrapped up operations for the season, but a number of questions still linger in the springtime air – among them, what factors led to a threefold increase in the number of women and transient guests at the shelter? For Amery Schultz, the housing first co-ordinator for the Nicola Valley Shelter &

Support Society, there are too many factors at play to pinpoint the reason for the sharp increase in female visitors to the shelter. “There are a number of factors, much of it situational,” said Shultz. “The heightened number of female shelter guests is odd, but it could be just as simple an explanation as there is a greater awareness of services in our town.” The total number of overnight stays also saw

an increase this season, up to 569 – an increase of more than 40 from last season. Women made up 150 of the total stays. The shelter was open for an additional 26 nights compared with last season, Schultz clarified. The shelter’s numbers reflect a growing trend over the past couple of years, as the total number of overnight stays has been steadily rising each year, despite fluctuations in how many

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days the shelter is open per season. In addition to greater awareness about the shelter’s services in town, factors “driving the homeless numbers in Merritt and the Nicola Valley are a heavilysaturated and overpriced rental market, as well as a lack of services such as supportive or low income housing,” said Schultz. While protection from the cold is the primary function of the cold weather shelter, the space

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Want to be in a movie? The ThompsonNicola Film Commission is looking for First Nations males to audition for a feature film based on Richard Wagameseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s novel Indian Horse. Men between the ages of six and 25 are being sought for speaking roles in the movie, which is being filmed in neighbouring Kamloops, as well as in Sudbury, Ont. and Oka, Que. Local audition tapings will take place Monday through Wednesday at the Citxw Nlakaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;pamux Assembly on Coutlee Avenue, and in Kamloops at the Chief Louis Centre Assembly Hall, between 3:30

p.m. and 7:30 p.m. B.C.-based Screen Siren Productions is the production company for the movie, which will be directed by Stephen Campanelli. A film crew will tape auditions and send them to the casting director at no charge. People can also send in their own audition videos by April 17 by visiting www.screensiren.ca/ indianhorsecasting. Most of the roles are for hockey players

and no prior acting experience is required. Filming begins this fall. Vicci Weller, film commissioner with the Thompson-Nicola Film Commission, told the Herald sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s excited about the talent the Nicola Valley has to offer given the success of the recently-released movie Shana: The Wolf â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music. That movie was shot using local actors and went on to win multiple awards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The talentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely there, so

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moving forward is finding a permanent space in town. Despite relative stability over the last three years, said Schultz, the space the shelter currently occupies could be rented out in the offseason. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The shelter is an invaluable service in the City of Merritt. It affords homeless and transient individuals a warm place to stay overnight and provides a warm meal to folks

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Why so cheap with the poor? We hear a lot here at the B.C. legislature about hard-hearted government treatment of the poor. It’s a serious problem, and one often obscured by the partisan Punchand-Judy show that passes for political debate in this province. As things stand, Premier Christy Clark’s government is heading into an election year with a basic income assistance rate for single employ- TOM FLETCHER able adults B.C. at $610 VIEWS a month, unchanged since the last miserly increase in 2007. Couples on assistance get up to $877.22, or up to $1,101.06 if they have two children. If those children are aged three or more, parents are required to look for work and file monthly reports that show they still need income assistance. The B.C. Liberals’ February budget left the basic rates and rules the same, with new applicants required to look for work for five weeks before getting a first cheque. There are sound reasons for this hard line, and despite their frequent demands for more, no one should understand them better than the B.C. NDP. Mike Harcourt’s NDP government raised rates in 1991, and also eased eligibility rules to let people stay on assistance longer. Within two years, B.C.’s welfare rolls were nearly 10 per cent of the working-age population and climbing. Harcourt famously denounced the “cheats, deadbeats and varmints” gaming the system, rolled the single employable rate back to $500 a month and imposed some of the harsh eligibility and job search rules that remain today. The caseload of single employable recipients declined by a third. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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Rule of law is a cornerstone of our society There has been a lot of buzz about Marie Henein’s superb legal defence of the odious Jian Ghomeshi. The buzz is less about her work in actual court than about her defence of the basic principles of Canadian law in the court of public opinion. The main thing that stands out from the Justice 101 tutorial that Henein gave to CBC anchor Peter Mansbridge is this: It is pretty significant, that in one of the highest profile cases, in one of the cases where everybody had an opinion, sitting on their couch tweeting it out in a 140 characters or less, where people expressed opinions not having heard a word of evidence, that you knew you could walk into court, and there

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would be an impartial person that would decide on the evidence that was heard. She followed up by saying that this “happens not just in this case, but each and every single day.” All together now: “Amen!” It is increasingly tempting in our society to make the law do things it should not, or to supplant the law with a cultural ethos: the collective feeling that those people must be stopped in whatever way possible. Henein’s defence of the law is a reminder that the rule of law is there to protect the common good — to protect you and me. Or, as St. Thomas More (via Robert Bolt) put it: “I’d give the devil benefit of the law for my own safety’s sake.”

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This doesn’t just apply to criminal cases, where one’s personal freedom of body and movement is at play. It applies in areas where we might be tempted to sidestep the law to shut down things that we might not like. Why? Because without the rule of law, power gets concentrated, and used, not for the common good but for private gain. And often this means that it gets concentrated in the hands of those who control the levers of the state.

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It was barely noticed here in Canada, but one week after the Ghomeshi verdict, South Africa’s constitutional court gave us a reminder that a society that ignores the law is more likely to be marked by thuggery and corruption than right-thinking and right-living. In a decision that should find its way into textbooks around the world, the Constitutional Court of South Africa ruled that the law applies to everyone equally, including those who hold the highest office in the country. Ruling against South African President Jacob Zuma in a case of corruption and his flouting of the law, Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng did not hold back:

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One of the crucial elements of our constitutional vision is to make a decisive break from the unchecked abuse of State power and resources that was virtually institutionalized during the apartheid era. To achieve this goal, we adopted accountability, the rule of law and the supremacy of the Constitution as values of our constitutional democracy. For this reason, public office-bearers ignore their constitutional obligations at their peril. This is so because constitutionalism, accountability and the rule of law constitute the sharp and mighty sword that stands ready to chop the ugly head of impunity off its stiffened neck.

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OPINION Worth defending From Page 6 I’d ask for another “Amen,” but in this case, it makes more sense to heed the words of journalist Madala Thepa writing in the Independent and say “Preach!” We in the West have a tendency to think we are as removed from this as South Sudan is from Canada. But, if you look at the big picture — that Henein even needed to make the case for the law, that law societies across Canada are willing to limit the freedom of a school not because it is illegal, but because, as the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia puts it,

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the school has a “university policy to which the [law society] objects,” or that our own government has attempted to limit what people can wear — we might want to think twice before getting too smug. The rule of law is a jewel of great value. It is the means by which we do public and private justice, which is, as professor Paul Brink reminds us, the particular way we love one another in political communities. And, like anything of great value, it’s worth defending. Brian Dijkema is Program Director, Work and Economics at Cardus.

HERALD QUESTION OF THE WEEK Do you think the reduction in the timber allowance will have a negative effect on the economy of the Nicola Valley? MONEY IN THE BAG The Nicola Valley Thunder Minor Lacrosse Association was out in force on Saturday across from Central park, filling large and small orders for garden manure and various yard multches. The fundraising initiative was organized to raise money for the association and its teams. The minor lacrosse season gets underway this month. Ian Webster/Herald

From a tin can to a car: a story about willpower Dear Editor: In 2010, I was diagnosed with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and was told by my physician, Dr. Bester, that I needed to stop smoking immediately. He put me on Champix which made me so sick. I was throwing up all day and night. I perservered for a week and then went back to his office and told him that I couldn’t

do this anymore. He told me again, with no sympathy, that I needed to quit smoking and to go on half the dose. Now, I was throwing up only half as much. I was sitting at my computer a few nights later and I thought, “How stupid am I? Why am I taking these pills? Tomorrow I am not going to smoke any cigarettes or take any pills. I am going to get a tin can and every Friday, instead of buy-

ing a carton of cigarettes like I always do, I am going to put $100 in a can. When I get $500 I will open up a separate account at the bank and call it my NO SMOKING account. I am going to save for a car.” So on October 6, 2010, I put my first $100 in a can. After all the years of smoking, it was not easy to quit. Many days I would have loved to sit and have a cigarette.

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Every time I craved a cigarette, I thought, “Are you stupid? You can’t start over.” It was that can, the money and the bank account that saved me from smoking. On October 6, 2011, after one year of saving, I had $5,200 in my account. Five years later, On October 6,

2015, I had $26,000. On February 26, 2016 I had $28,000! On March 18, 2016, I bought a 2015 Chevy Malibu, and still had money left in the account. Buying this car was done with the money that would have gone up in smoke! I would like to thank my husband Scotty,

family and friends for the encouragement they gave me along the way. I would especially like to thank Dr. Bester for his care, his listening, his compassion, and his guidance concerning my health. Betty Thomson, Merritt

Writer upset by illegal dumping Dear Editor: We live in such a beautiful part of the country and we all should be so lucky. I am currently the last resident living on a rural road outside of Merritt. This road is becoming more and more popular with loggers, hunters, ranchers, poachers, hikers, bikers, ATV riders, snowmobilers, partiers, etc. The roadsides, trails, and paths have become dumping grounds for everything from garbage to dead or alive wild and domestic animals. The dogs and cats that do survive, show up at our home afraid and

starved. After a long weekend, I could go for a walk and fill a dumpster with furniture, dead animals, fast food containers, and most of all beer and pop cans. Why would anyone who chooses to drive on a rural road, whether for pleasure or work, continue to dump anything and everything — only to deface the very beauty of the outdoors. Yet they still want to enjoy the activities that the outdoor offers. Do those people have no shame, no compassion, and no respect? Marcile Moffat, Merritt

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World Health Day focuses on diabetes This year, World Health Day on April 7 focuses on diabetes and its global impact. In Canada, diabetes has reached epidemic proportions â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with an estimated 11 million people living with diabetes or prediabetes. Another Canadian is diagnosed with diabetes every three minutes. Diabetes increases a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s risk for many serious complications, such as heart attack, stroke, kidney failure leading to dialysis, and blindness. Nevertheless, for many people it is possible to live a healthy, full life with diabetes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People with diabetes play a critical role in ensuring the best health outcomes with the disease. Working closely with their health-care team, they manage blood sugar levels, foot care, eye care, physical activity and healthy eating,â&#x20AC;? says Dr. Jan Hux,

chief science officer at the Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Self-management is the cornerstone of diabetes care and people affected by it need the knowledge and skills to properly manage diabetes,â&#x20AC;? Hux said. For Colin Mallet, 72, from Vancouver, daily management of his diabetes is essential to his health. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes 53 years ago, he knew nothing about the disease and assumed the symptoms he experienced were associated with the normal stress of being a first year university student. Colin lived in many countries, including the UK, Switzerland, Hong Kong and Sweden, before coming to Canada in 1979. From his experiences, he learned that attitude is important to living a normal life with diabetes.

Now retired and an active father of four and grandfather of eight, Colin uses an insulin pump to manage his diabetes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have used an insulin pump for five years and it is invaluable, both for me and for my wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s peace of mind. Without it, I would certainly have had more visits to the emergency and more complications,â&#x20AC;? says

The main types of diabetes Type 1 Occurs when the body is unable to produce insulin, a hormone that controls the level of sugar in the blood. The cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown and it is not preventable. It most commonly begins in childhood and occurs when a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immune system destroys the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. It is found in five to 10 per cent of Canadians with diabetes.

Type 2 Occurs when the pancreas either cannot effectively use or produce enough insulin. The causes of type 2 diabetes can be genetic, behavioural and/or environmental. It usually develops in adulthood, although

more children and adolescents are being diagnosed. It is found in approximately 90 per cent of Canadians living with diabetes.

Prediabetes Occurs when an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blood sugar levels are elevated, but not yet high enough to be type 2 diabetes. About half of those with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes. The Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) is the registered national charity that helps the 11 million Canadians with diabetes or prediabetes live healthy lives, and educates those at risk. In communities across Canada, the CDA: â&#x20AC;˘ offers educational programs and support services; â&#x20AC;˘ develops resources

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mation available from the Canadian Diabetes Association.â&#x20AC;? According to the CDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Report on Diabetes: Driving Change, access to diabetes education is vital for learning more about nutrition, physical activity, blood sugar monitoring, medication and ways to make even little changes that can lead to success. â&#x20AC;&#x153;World Health Day to me means hope for a cure for the rapidly increasing number of people with diabetes,â&#x20AC;? adds Colin. Some tips to keep on top of your diabetes include: taking action to learn as much as possible, and using diabetes

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Open lamp a recipe for disaster From Page 10 At about 9:30, John Pattie came out to call for more coal cars and then returned to chute No. 13, now using an open lamp. This was a recipe for disaster. The gas which had been lying in the chute had been set in motion by the increased air current from a speeding fan. This, along with the coal dust suspended in the air, set off a series of explosions in the mine, sending out tremors that could be felt as far away as Merritt. Two local physicians, Dr. Williams and Dr. Tutill, reacted swiftly and arrived at the mine on horseback, coming across a grisly scene. Alex Patterson, who was working at a mine entrance, was thrown about seventy feet suffering a sprained wrist and an injured hand. Harry Hogg and Ralph Celisto scrambled out of an air shaft with severe burns to their faces, heads and hands and were treated by the doctors on site and then taken to the hospital in Merritt. A locomotive arrived with oxygen equipment and a rescue team necessary to search for the seven men left in the mine. The dead body of John Hogg was found, thrown a considerable distance by the explosion. Then the bodies of Harry Grimes, John Pattie, John Templeton and Frank Kelly were discovered, all beyond human aid. One by one, they brought the bodies up. John Hogg was in the worst condition. His neck, collarbone and leg were broken, his chest lacerated and his head and face were badly cut. The upper part of his body was badly burned. The rescue party went back in to search for William Baxter and William Hurd, but had to give up for the day. In fact, had they had not stopped there might have been more lives lost. Many of the men were taken home in poor condition and all showed signs of distress. The next day the

bodies of the remaining two victims, Baxter and Hurd, were recovered. When their bodies were brought to the surface,

a sigh of relief passed through the anxiously waiting crowd. The funerals were held the following day and blinds

were drawn and business was suspended in Merritt until evening as services were conducted in various places

throughout town for the victims of the mine disaster.

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FEATURE HOME

UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1540 Cowan Way

New 2 bedroom rancher in good area of Merritt. This open concept style kitchen has granite countertops with a large great room with gas fireplace. Great views and perfect home for retirees or young professional couple. GST applies. Double garage. #2660 VAULTED CEILINGS

NEW

MOVE IN READY

NEW

ON THE BENCH

$339,000

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

NEW

www.facebook.com/c21movingre Spacious 5 bedrm home with 5 baths, open kitchen/family room, 2 gas F/P’s, 2 large sundecks in the private backyard with gazebo & fish pond. Includes appliances. Double garage.

This 3 bedroom home on the Bech has newer carpets & paint, new roof shingles & vinyl windows. Central A/C, comes with appliances. Fenced backyard and U/G sprinklers.

Great family home with unique floor plan, 3 bedrms on the main, 2 downstairs with large open family room, office & storage. Large lot of 14,000 sq.ft. with room for a pool. Double carport, RV parking.

New 3 bedroom basement entry home with open concept design kitchen with granite counters, large great room with gas F/P. In good developing area. 2-5-10 Home Warranty. GST applies.

#2653

#2654

#2661

#2659

$435,000

RESIDENTIAL LOT Nice flat lot on a quiet street. Has ability for many types of building plans or a new manufactured home. Zoned R-2. Lot is 7524 sq.ft. and is priced to sell. #2655

$67,000

$259,900

$344,900 CAPE COD

PRIME BENCH AREA

$379,000

AFFORDABLY PRICED

NEW

Executive 5 bedrm, 4 bath home with fir kitchen cabinets, granite counters, S/S appliances, huge master bedrm with 4 pce ensuite & soaker tub. In-ground pool and lots of room for entertaining.

Quality built home in Lower Nicola, with double attached garage plus detached shop & fully fenced 0.44 acre lot. Home features 3 bedrms, 3 baths & fully finished basement. Nicely landscaped.

#2606

#2611

LOTS OF PARKING

$429,000 HERITAGE HOME

$514,900

#2662

OVERLOOKS RIVER

$129,900

REC.PROPERTY

2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado MHP with large private sundeck with hot tub & sauna. Has detached workshop. Nice views overlooking the river and golf course. Pad rent $389 per month.

2 lots of approx. 1 acre each, being sold together with two titles. Private, treed with views & gently sloping with great area set up for camping. Easy access to crown land & Kane Valley for fishing & quading.

#2588

#2601

#2518

#2594

$87,900

$175,000

Coldwater Hills

Grandview Heights

Located on Veale Road

RESIDENTIAL VIEW LOTS

Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcels with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have preapproved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells. New perimeter fencing. Call for complete details. #1869

Fully serviced residential lots with fantastic views of the Nicola Valley and surrounding mountains. Close to shopping and college. Start building your dream home today!

PRICE REDUCTIONS!!

Prices Starting at $119,000 + GST

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED

Great starter home with 3 bedrooms up & main bathroom plus half bathroom on main and partly finished basement with rec.room. Has newer windows and siding. Close to school. Why rent when you could buy.

One of a kind with large rooms throughout, all new windows, doors, boiler system & HW tank. Newer roof, updated flooring & bathrms, 4 bedrms. Fully finished bsmt with large rec. room & games room.

$299,900

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NEW

Well maintained 3 bedrm home with pine cabinets in kitchen, formal dining, large living rm with gas F/P, 3 pce ensuite, full finished bsmt with rec.rm, woodworking area & large cold room.

$313,900

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Prices Starting at $85,000 + GST

#1726

This 3 bedroom half duplex has a new roof, paint, flooring, some bathroom fixtures & vinyl windows. Spacious & bright kitchen with S/S appliances, ceramic tile flooring and 1.5 baths. Fenced backyard with storage shed.

#2657

$167,900

Prices Starting at $89,000 + GST Located Off Lindley Creek Road

This premier subdivision offers a rural living experience with expansive views of the Nicola Valley. Minimum lot size of 0.5 acre up to 0.96 acre, offers privacy and room to landscape. The cul de sac design guarantees no thru traffic and crown land surround entire property. Road are paved with city services in place.

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Moving Real Estate BC Ltd. BENCH VIEW HOME

Don Gossoo Managing Broker

ON THE BENCH

VAULTED CEILINGS

NEW

Large family home with many updated including kitchen, moldings, bathrm, paint & blinds. 3 bedrms & den up, master with W/I closet & 2 pce ensuite. Daylight bsmt with summer kitchen, 3 bedrms & family rm.

This 3 bedroom home on the Bech has newer carpets & paint, new roof shingles & vinyl windows. Central A/C, comes with appliances. Fenced backyard and U/G sprinklers.

This 5 bedroom home is located close to Bench elementary school & park. Nicely maintained with some renovations in past 5 years. New roof, 2 fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, large open rooms, front & back sundecks. 2 car garage, fenced backyard.

#2642

#2654

#2657

#2624

$329,000

LOCATION, LOCATION

$259,900

GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD

$167,900 OPPORTUNITY

$329,900

Spacious home with 3 bedrms up, 2 down, heritage style home with newer flooring & kitchen cabinets, vinyl windows, walk-in soaker tub with shower in main bath. U/G sprinklers, stamped concrete patio. Single garage.

Nice 3 bedroom half duplex, close to school & on quiet cul de sac. Great for first time buyers or retirees. Has new flooring, windows & updated kitchen. Fenced backyard, clean & move in ready.

Large home in good neighbourhood. 3 bedrooms up, 1 down in partly finished basement. Basement used as inlaw suite. Has newer roof, large covered deck and carport. As is where is.

#2648

#2649

#2622

PRIME LOCATION

$156,000

Personal Real Estate Corporation

315-3043

$189,900

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

TOWNHOME LIVING

Spacious 5 bedrm, 5 bath home with open kitchen/ family area, vaulted ceilings, 6 ft crawl space for storage, 2 large sundecks in private backyard, gazebo, & fish pond. Great location.

#2653

$435,000

ON THE BENCH

EXCELLENT LOCATION

NEW

Moving Real Estate BC Ltd. ON THE BENCH

NEW

Totally updated 3 bedrm home within walking distance to downtown. Has new paint, most flooring, kitchen counters, cabinets, bathrms, bright sunroom & patio area. 2 car garage.

Situated on private 0.32 acre lot with fully fenced back yard,U/G sprinkling & drippers, fruit trees, shed & greenhouse. The home has had many upgrades including new windows, doors, siding, a complete expansion & reno inside.

2 bedroom rancher close to all amenities. Home is very clean & in good shape, with oak kitchen comes with appliances. 2 car garage, private backyard with workshop, shed & covered concrete deck.

#2660

#2643

#2618

#2661

#2651

$339,000

$261,900

$299,900

$344,900

$255,000

GREAT LOCATION

IN DESIRABLE AREA

LOCATION, LOCATION

COZY RANCHER

LARGE FAMILY HOME

Charming one of a kind home in the downtown area. Large rooms throughout, 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths, all new windows & doors, boiler system, HW tank, updated flooring & bathrooms. Double carport.

Executive home with view in great Bench area & nicely landscaped. Home features 5 bedrms, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, formal dining, large living rm, den, family room, full bsmt & a double garage.

5 bedroom home on large lot, close to all amenities. Features newer laminate floors on main, newer paint, furnace, soaker tub & new roof. Fully finished basement with family room. RV parking.

Well maintained 3 bedroom home with nice kitchen & pine cabinets with lots of space, a forming room, large living rm with gas F/P, 3 bedrms, 4 baths and a fully finished basement. Great yard with U/G sprinklers, sundeck and RV parking.

3 bedroom rancher in good area, close to schools & shopping. Renovations over the past 5 years include roof, siding, 100 amp service & HW tank. Has fenced backyard with lane access.

2 bedroom rancher close to all amenities. Home is very clean & in good shape, with oak kitchen comes with appliances. 2 car garage, private backyard with workshop, shed & covered concrete deck.

#2633

#2640

This home has 3 bedrms up plus a 2 bedrm suite in the basement with long term tenant. Fantastic layout the large family room, oak kitchen with appl., large living room. Enjoy the back sundeck for those BBQ days.

IN LOGAN LAKE

RIVERFRONT

#2601

DETACHED SHOP

TOWNHOME

Brad Yakimchuk

GREAT VIEWS

HERITAGE RANCHER

UC RED

$242,000

Don Ward 315-3503

Ray Thompson 315-3377

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MOVE IN READY

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Janis Post 315-3672

$299,900

d l o s #2564

$475,000

CED

#2598

$265,000

#2588

$313,999

$169,900

$255,000

#2638

$329,900

IMPRESSIVE RANCHER

GREAT BENCH LOCATION

immaculate home

LOCATION, LOCATION

NICE ADDITION

Quality built & immaculate family home in quiet area on 0.26 acre lot. Home has been well maintained, high quality laminate, 4 bedrms, 5 pce ensuite & 2 other full baths. Has 2 bedrm suite with long term tenant.

This 2 bedroom home with good solid construction needs some updates. Has full, unfinished basement, large covered deck, fruit trees and a garden area in back.

2 bedrm mobile with addition in one of the nicest parks. One bedrm on each end with an open concept kitchen eating area & living room in center. Addition has enclosed porch & family room.

U RED This executive Bench home has 4 bedrms on main, 1 down, custom fir cabinets with granite counters, S/S appliances, 4 baths & rec.rm & family rm. Nice inground pool and patio for BBQ’s.

#2606

$429,000

In popular Sun Valley Court. Bright open concept of living/dining and kitchen areas. 2 bedrms & den upstairs with laundry + 2 baths and powder room on the main. HW flooring, gas F/P Strata fees are paid for the year.

#2637

$207,900

Quality built Cape Code style home on 0.44 acres with 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths, country kitchen, and a fully fin. bsmt. Has attached double garage plus a 32x28 shop/garage with 12 ft ceilings. Lot of RV parking.

#2611

$514,900

Immaculate 2 bedroom plus den rancher in desirable area. Features include 3 pce ensuite, open concept, gas F/P, crown moldings, bright kitchen, detached garage, RV parking, fenced backyard.

Nicely finished mobile home in Eldorado MH Park overlooking the river and golf course. Has 2 bedrooms, laminate floors, new skylight and comes with appliances. Quick possession.

1800 sq.ft. rancher only 6 yrs old, 3 bedrms, plus bonus room above garage, open kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown moldings, 9 ft ceilings, in excellent condition. Fenced backyard.

Good size family home in quiet Bench location. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, fully finished basement with rec. room, play room, office and den. Fenced backyard, RV parking and a covered deck. This home has tons of potential.

#2630

#2604

#2563

#2572

$242,000

$44,900

$295,000

$269,900

ADULT ORIENTED STRATA

SPENCES BRIDGE

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

OVERLOOKS RIVER

HERITAGE HOME

APARTMENT

IN LOWER NICOLA

One of the nicest gated communities in Merritt with views of the Nicola River. Has 3 bedrms, 2 baths, open design living, gas F/P, galley kitchen with nook, laundry on main, hobby & rec.rm down.

Great opportunity – full side by side duplex with fenced yard and close to the Thompson River. Each side is a 1 bedroom unit with a common area of enclosed porch. As is where is.

New rancher with deluxe spacious kitchen, dining room & great great with gas F/P. Den, laundry & 1 bedrm on main, 1 bedrm above & possible 3rd in loft. Double garage. GST applicable.

2 bedrm manufactured home with huge private sundeck with hot tub, sauna & 30 x 12 work shed all overlooking Nicola River & golf course. One of a kind in a perfect location.

Completely restore Heritage home with 3 bedrms, new plumbing, electrical, insulation, windows, some new gyproc & light fixtures in attic. Nice covered porch, new pergola & detached garage.

Newer 2 bedroom apartment in “The Summit” comes with stainless steel appliances, 1.5 baths and laundry room. No more shoveling snow! Great place to live, close to transit.

Very clean home with 2 bedrms, great open floor plan, island in kitchen & central A/C. Very nice yard with flower garden & cedar hedge for privacy and a covered sundeck for those BBQ days, and a woodshed for storage.

#2586

#2584

#2602

#2518

#2340

#2612

$199,900

$74,900

$359,900

$87,900

#2646

$214,900

$159,000

$74,900

#2505

$419,900

#2557

$225,000

#2533

$69,900

OVER 3200 SQ.FT.

INVESTORS

Very nice floor plan in this 4 bedroom family home, close to schools. Features newer kitchen and flooring, 2 gas F/P’s, 4 baths, full basement with inlaw living quarters with walkout basement. Double garage.

Great opportunity for investors, retirees or first time buyers. One bedroom apartment in well managed building with an elevator. Close to schools, store & transit. Strata fees $167 per month.

Well kept older home with huge yard & lane access. Has 2 bedroom on the main, fully finished basement with recr.oom. Single garage with lots of storage . Close to schools.

#2635

#2589

sol #2597

$319,900

CLOSE TO SHOPPING

sol $59,000

$159,000

CLOSE TO SHOPPING

Renovated

GOOD FAMILY HOME

AFFORDABLY PRICED

brookmere

OPPORTUNITY

STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME

GREAT STARTER HOME

APARTMENT

QUIET CUL DE SAC

Home is in central location. Two bedrooms up, two down in unfinished basement. Has electrical upgrade and windows have been replaced. Bring your ideas. 24 hrs notice.

Nicely renovated 3 bedroom home with inlaw suite and close to elementary school. Has new flooring, paint, trim and bathroom down. Shared laundry. Large flat lot with detached garage.

Home features 4 bedrms, HW floors, large gourmet kitchen with appliances, sunken living room, newer shingles, some windows & exterior doors in past few years & A/C. RV parking.

3 bedroom mobile home with an addition. Open plan design. Private yard with 2 storage sheds. Great starter home or for retirees. Priced to sell.

Older 2 bedroom home in nice neighbourhood, close to the downtown. An extra large 13,780 sq.ft. lot with subdivision potential. Lane access, huge backyard with single garage.

This 3 bedroom rancher has had extensive updating. New roof, windows, doors, vinyl siding, addition, deck, flooring and bathroom plus a new detached 22x24 workshop/garage. Excellent location & close to schools, 2 parks & downtown.

Located across from elementary school. Home has new kitchen with tile backsplash, pellet stove, new HW tank, 3 bedrms up, 12x32 attached garage and fully fenced backyard with fruit trees.

Quality built one bedroom unit in The Vibe. Open design plan with Maple shaker cabinets with granite countertops in kitchen, and comes with appliances. Nice view of mountains.

Spacious family home with 3 bedroom up, vaulted ceilings, large kitchen, sunken living room, gas fireplace and large 3 pce ensuite. 1 bedroom down. Close to school. Single garage.

#2650

#2647

#2409

#2636

Perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiast with year round activities. Close to fishing, cross-country skiing, quading & more. Beautiful 2 bedrm home with open kitchen/living room, double garage, lots of parking.

#2548

#2616

#2561

#169,000

$224,900

$289,000

$15,000

#2524

$319,000

$129,900

$234,200

$129,900

WALK TO SHOPPING

INVESTORS

HERITAGE CHARM

FIRST TIME BUYERS

RENOVATED

GREAT STARTER HOME

STRATA HOME

IN LOWER NICOLA

2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. New plumbing with heat tape, 1 bath, comes with all appliances. Quick possession. Close to golf course. Pad rent $346 per month.

One bedroom apartment in well managed building. Close to schools, store & transit. Has elevator in building. Great for first time buyers, retirees or investors. Strata fees $161.77 per month.

This home has had many upgrades such as furnace, HW tank, insulation, electrical, plumbing, & windows. 3+ bedrms, new custom kitchen with newer appliances. Wood stove in basement. Lots of parking.

Half duplex in family oriented neighbourhood and close to school. Has 3 bedrms up, large kitchen, updated bathrm with newer flooring & tub surround. Large fenced yard with storage/ work area.

Completely renovated 3 bedroom duplex in family oriented cul de sac location. Has new laminate flooring throughout, S/S appliances, newer kitchen, bathroom, windows, roof & HW tank.

Great starter home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, and in good area, close to school. Has an attached 17x23 garage/shop. Home needs some TLC of paint and flooring. Perfect for handyman.

Very nice townhouse, with bigger yard & less traffic. Tastefully decorated, 3 bedrms up, 3 pce ensuite plus office/play room, open living/kitchen area. Great patio in large fenced yard.

This mobile home with addition is situated on 0.33 acre lot with 7 fruit trees & is close to elementary school. Home features 3 bedrms, 1.5 baths and spacious rooms. Roof only 1 yr old.

#2632

#2510

#2463

#2587

#2334

$46,900

#2634

$59,000

#2558

$239,900

#2468

$139,900

$165,000

$109,900

$214,900

#2607

$139,900

#2506

$264,900

INVESTMENT

INVESTORS

Side by side duplex within walking distance to all amenities. 100 amp service per side. Each side has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen and living room, plus a fenced backyard. Some reno’s have been done.

Side by side duplex with each side having 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen and living room plus a fenced backyard. Within walking distance to all amenities. Some reno’s have been done.

#2628

$159,900

#2627

$159,900

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LAke

IC & I

10 FLAT ACRES

ON 1.5 ACRES

10 AC SUNSHINE VALLEY

AT PARADISE LAKE

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Bring your family & horses to enjoy this 10 acre prime land in Sunshine Valley. 9 yr old manufactured home with 2 bedrms, den 2 baths, large kitchen with pantry, large nook area, vaulted ceilings & huge covered wrap around deck. Has several outbuildings.

Beautifully finished 4 bedrm family home on 1.5 acres with 3 horse paddocks, fully fenced, barn & workshop, horse shelter & 2 dog runs. Immaculate home with upgrades over the years.

Great family home on 10 acres with 6500 sq.ft. shop & covered RV parking. Home has 4+ bdrms, 4 baths, woodstove in cozy central gathering area & full basement make this a wonderful place to raise a family.

Beautiful lakeview home as a full time residence or perfect getaway. Just 7 kms off connector at Elkhart Exit. Enjoy the 4 season activities. Home has 2 bedrms on the main with open living room/kitchen & master in loft + unfin. Bsmt.

In busy location with tenant. Total of approx. 6600 sq.ft. with 4100 sq.ft. on main, 1050 in basement and 1520 on top floor than could be living quarters. Great opportunity.

Great location on corner lot with 7300+ sq.ft. building, zoned C4 with site specific zoning to allow offices, lawyers, doctors, etc. Lots of parking. High visibility. For sale or lease.

#2573

#2019

30 ACRES

HERITAGE HOME

10 ACRES

d l o s #2652

$529,900

#2641

$535,000

#2615

$699,000

#2645

$334,900

$850,000

2 ACRES

LAKEVIEW HOME

2 acre lot in prime industrial area, close to city limits. Current zoning is “Future Development”. Water and sewer are not connected, requires application.

#2581

$279,900 INDUSTRIAL LOTS

30 acres, private and fenced area for horses. Beautiful pastures in the spring. Home has 2 bedrms on the main plus huge master in the loft. Cozy place with airtight woodstove. Great recreational retreat or home. 25 mins. south of Merritt.

#2639

$549,900

Heritage home on 1.33 acre in desirable area in town. Owner has done numerous upgrades & renos. New windows, interior doors, Heartland appliances, boiler system, detached garage with bonus room & much more.

10.9 acres in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executives homes. Land is south facing, sloped with some trees. Great place to build your dream home and enjoy the views.

Gorgeous lakeview home on 0.985 acre lot with panoramic views. 3 fully finished floors of 3200 sq.ft.. Vaulted ceilings, 5 bedrms plus a bachelor suite, maple flooring, granite counters & more.

3 flat light industrial bare land lots available side by side, each approx. ½ acre. Water and sewer are close to the lot lines. Each sold separately.

#2621

#2374

#2631

#2565

$589,000 ON 4.64 ACRES

ON 1.93 ACRES

$239,900 53 ACRES

$634,900

NICOLA LAKEVIEW HOME

COMMERCIAL LOT

#2486

#2620

$399,900

Beautiful 4 bedrm, 3 bath log home with open design, new Mill Creek cabinets, new flooring & furnace heat pump. Has numerous outbldgs, barn, storage shed, garage & more.

Rare property that includes R-3 and FD zoning. FD allows the Buyer to request a zoning to fit their plans such as an additional residential zoning or M-1 for Light Industrial.

#2335

#2575

2 ACRES

$360,000 9.88 ACRES

$1,690,000 179 ACRES

#2644

$109,000

Located just 15 minutes from Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home on. Easy access off highway, land in open with rolling hills, some trees & nice views. Has well in place and power on road. Adjacent lot also available.

#2590

$179,900

Located only 2 km from city this historical south facing parcel sits on bench above Highway 8 with panoramic views, 31 acres in hay that can yield 3 crops annually, has marketable timber, a rock quarry and 3 bedrm home.

#2495

$1,241,000

$99,000

Light industrial 0.8 acres with 62x32 insulated shop in the TNRD but on the edge of town. Located behind Shaw Cable yard & just off Coquihalla Exit. Zoning allows for wholesale commercial, service industries & more.

$650,000

#2610

COMMERCIAL LOT Recreation commercial waterfront lot with huge potential to start your own resort/marina. 2 other lots available all side by side for a total of approx. 12 acres.

#2475

Great recreational property or build your home in the country. Has drilled well of 15 GMP, septic approval, power at lot line, & driveway in. Nice views, easy access to crown land & lakes.

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL LOT

OPPORTUNITY

This open concept rancher has a walkout basement & quality features like vaulted ceilings, rock F/P in huge living room with HW floors, spacious kitchen with island, 2 bedrms up, 2 down, large wet bar and games/rec.room.

#2613

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Each $49,900

½ acre parcel with C-3 zoning located near Walmart on east side of Airport. Site is vacant with no improvements. Utilities are nearby.

This 4 bedrm country home on 1.93 acres in Lower Nicola has a well kept & landscaped yard with fish pond & large lawn area. Home has 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths & full bsmt partially finished.

$900,000

$595,000

$297,500

11.4 ACRES Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. on 2 levels with office space on ground level and 3 residential units upstairs, fully rented.

Irregular shaped parcel, presently split, zoned C-4 Highway Commercial and C-5 Airport Commercial. There is a planned rezoning change to C-9 (Shopping Centre Commercial).

#2461

#2488

$850,000

$2,299,000

LAKEVIEW ACREAGE

20 ACRES

117 ACRES

Perfect place to build the home of your dreams at Nicola Lake on 1.055 acres. Nicola Lake is great for all water sports, fishing & sailing. Two golf courses nearby.

Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits. One parcel has a two year lease. Zoned M-1. Other parcel has “future development” zoning. Call for more details.

#2578

#2301

Property has substantial aggregate deposit, excellent for long term gravel pit operation. 37 acres of light industrial and 80 acres of residential zoning. Estimate of 29 million ton deposit.

$159,000

$2,000,000

#2387

$2,500,000

12.63 ACRES

PRIVATE ACREAGE

264 ACRES

DEVELOPERS

INDUSTRIAL LOT

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Private acreage, treed with great access to Spius creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line. Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.

Two lots of 1 acre each, being sold together with two titles. Property is private, trees with views, is gently sloping with area setup for camping & room for RV’s. Close to crown land & Kane Valley.

276 acre site with incredible mountain & lake views. Property has an allowed legal density of 62 units maximum. This parcel is above Nicola Lakeshore Estates.

Light industrial bare lot, flat site, zoned M1 for your business opportunity. Easy access to truck route and just moments from the downtown core. Call for more details.

Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. building that can be used as two separate 1000 sq.ft. spaces or remove center wall & use as one space. Has parking in rear. Good frontage exposure.

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Gorgeous property with approx. 1 mile of Guichon Creek flowing through. A great variety of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR. Has old farm house & shop. Hydro to house, 2 titles.

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#2626

$890,000

Prices starting at $199,000

These approx. 10+ acre lots are located approx. 15 minutes from Merritt in beautiful Sunshine Valley. Stunning views of the valley & some are riverfront. GST is applicable. Call for more details. Disclosure available.

$54,900

$179,000

BUYING BARE LAND

When you are buying bare land, most financial institutions require 50% down payment. However, if you are building or move in a modular home right away, you may qualify for only 10% down. Discuss this option with you Bank or Mortgage Broker.

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NICOLA VALLEY HISTORY

Mine disaster victims left behind many loved ones From Page 12 The Men Who Died Harry Grimes, 39 years of age, a wellknown and respected citizen of the valley for several years. He was survived by his wife and one child. John Pattie, 30 years of age, was survived by

his wife and three young children. Mrs. Pattie’s sister, Mrs. Dishart had lost her husband in the Middlesboro mines the previous December. Her brother, Frank Lester, who worked on the same level, had missed work that day. John Hogg, 25, was survived by his wife and one child born five

few weeks earlier in the Middlesboro mine. John Kallie, 34 years of age, was from Finland. Any surviving family members were unknown. William Hurd, who had been in Merritt for about 18 months, was survived by his wife and three children in Levin, Scotland. They were

days earlier. He was also survived by his parents and brother, Harry, who had escaped the mine and was recuperating in hospital. John Templeton, 23, was unmarried and survived by his parents in Kirkintilly, Scotland. He had lived with Mr. and Mrs. Manson, whose son had been killed a

intending to join him in Merritt in the near future. William Baxter, 27, had been employed by the mine for about a month. He was survived by three brothers in Merritt and his parents in Queensferry, West Lothian, Scotland.

“I feel strongly that by listening to people, we are making better project decisions.” - Lexa Hobenshield, External Relations Manager, Kinder Morgan Canada

For more than four years, we’ve worked together with our neighbours and local communities to hear what they have to say about our proposed pipeline expansion. By listening closely and having an open dialogue, we’ve been able to create a stronger, safer and more responsive project. We are working to meet all the requirements of the regulators, as well as consulting with communities, Indigenous people, government agencies and municipalities – and we’ll continue to work with them throughout development, construction and operations. We know how critical it is to get this right. Most importantly, we’re acting on what we hear with signiﬁcant changes to the Project.

How feedback has resulted in a stronger, safer and better project: •

A $100 million investment in the West Coast Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC) for marine safety enhancements.

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An increase in safety valves along the pipeline from 94 to 126.

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Routing of the pipeline to avoid 22 crossings at ﬁsh-inhabited rivers including the Fraser, upper North Thompson, Albreda, Coldwater and Coquihalla.

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Routing to avoid environmentally sensitive areas, such as Cheam Wetlands and three BC Class A parks.

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Routing of the pipeline to minimize community impacts to the Westsyde neighbourhood in Kamloops and the Westridge neighbourhood in Burnaby.

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Merritt up to $200,000 131438 16-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 132911 76-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 132252 35-254 HIGHWAY 8 132332 79-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 132784 #6-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 132602 18-254 HWY 8 132046 71-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 132865 1602 DOUGLAS ST 128359 2637 QUILCHENA AVENUE 132091 1874 DOUGLAS ST 133031 2302 CLAPPERTON AVE 132469 304-2295 BLAIR STREET 132471 206-2295 BLAIR STREET 127478 1951 GRANITE AVENUE 133063 1301 DUNCAN STREET 132724 1982-84 2ND AVE 132191 1650 LINDLEY CRK RD 130290 17-2760 VOGHT STREET 133662 206-1701 MENZIES STREET 131538 104-2799 CLAPPERTON AVE 132661 203-1701 MENZIES ST 131511 2376 JACKSON AVE 133041 2326 CLAPPERTON AVE 133626 443 MORGAN AVE LN 129401 468 MERRITT-SP.BRG HWY 133531 106-1701 MENZIES STREET 133702 2490 COUTLEE AVENUE 131450 #5-2760 VOGHT STREET 131428 2501 JACKSON AVE 132416 1960 HILL STREET 132567 2549 CLAPPERTON AVE 130646 22-1749 MENZIES STREET 131398 1660 HILL STREET 130825 3008 PONDEROSA AVE Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 133421 21-1749 MENZIES STREET 133753 1525 COLDWATER AVENUE 133530 2364 CARRINGTON ST 131671 2638 CLAPPERTON AVE 129920 2102 PRIEST AVE 130497 2464 JACKSON AVE 133629 1751 GRANITE AVENUE 127534 2556 CORKLE STREET 133280 2364 QUILCHENA AVE 130179 2614 COLDWATER AVE 133516 2899 CRANNA CRESCENT 132638 1599 COLDWATER AVE 129079 2328 ABERDEEN ROAD 132525 2882 CRANNA CRESCENT 132976 2014 GILLIS CRESCENT 131411 1407 WALNUT AVE 130128 419 DODDING AVE 133309 2621 CLAPPERTON AVE 131154 1948 SAGE PLACE 133012 1720 HILL STREET 132612 2125 GRANITE AVENUE 133655 #3-1901 MAXWELL AVE 132217 1510 BANN STREET 132386 2115 MAMETTE AVE

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Merritt minor hockey players on top of the Worlds

JUST LIKE A WAVIN’ FLAG Atom members of the Merritt Minor Hockey Association received a thrill of a lifetime, when they were chosen to carry the country flags at the beginning of each game at the World Women’s Hockey Championships in Kamloops from March 25 to April 5. (Clockwise from top left) The Merritt atom development team outside the Sandman Centre in Kamloops. Gracie Graham and Rae Bassett carry the flags of Canada and Finland respectively prior to their preliminary round game. The atom development and recreation teams in attendance at one of the games. Austyn Streek holding the flag and wearing the jersey of the Czech Republic. The peewee-bantam girls team also attended one of the World Championship games. Photos submitted and by Allen Douglas/Kamloops This Week

Pozzobon ridin’ high on new rodeo circuit Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt professional bull rider Ty Pozzobon has made his start on the new Elite Rodeo Athletes tour an auspicious one, picking up a pair of top-three finishes on the first two weekends of the 2016 ERA schedule. At the ERA’s inaugural event on March 25 in Redmond, Oregon,

Pozzobon rode a bull called Cutie to a score of 85, good for a secondplace finish and $3,500 in earnings. One week later, in Nampa/Boise, Idaho, Pozzobon went one better — taking first place with an 82.5-point ride on Wolverine, good for a $4,500 payday. The 24-year-old Pozzobon is one of only 11 bull riders world-wide

chosen to be part of the new ERA circuit, which also includes close to a dozen of the best in each of rodeo’s other feature events: steer wrestling, ladies barrel racing, tiedown roping, bareback and saddle bronc riding, and team roping. The 80 or so handpicked athletes represent over 133 world championships between them. As a group, they

have committed to making the 16 events in the ERA series their primary focus for 2016, starting in March and ending with the World Championships at the American Airlines Centre in Dallas, Texas, Nov. 9 to 13. The ERA and its League of Rodeo Champions will bring professional rodeo in line with other high-end

pro sports. It will showcase the best-of-the-best week-in and week-out in head-to-head competition against one another. Pozzobon has just recently returned to rodeo competition following an accident in the arena last September when a bull rolled on him breaking his left leg. Pozzobon’s competes this weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Cents’ spring camp an unqualified success Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

Close to 90 skaters spent a long weekend at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, taking part in the annual Merritt Centennials’ spring hockey camp. The 15 to 19 yearold Junior A wannabes came from all parts of B.C., as well as Alberta, Saskatchewan and the United States. Nobody came from further away than 1998-born Alexander Kopowrat, a native of the Czech Republic who is currently attending Choate Hall, a private boarding school located

in Wallingford, Conn. Registrants included 29 players with Junior B experience, 28 academyprogram players and 14 from major midget teams. The 55 forwards, 28 defencemen and 10 goaltenders were divided into five teams. Starting Friday and running through till Sunday, the five squads played a tournamentstyle series of roundrobin games, followed by playoffs. When all was said and done, Team Yellow emerged victorious, defeating Team Black 4-1 in the final on

Sunday afternoon. The prize was a trophy cup and some chocolate bars. In his introductory remarks on Friday, Centennials head coach and GM Joe Martin told the camp participants (and any parents in attendance) that the process of making a Centennials team is a carefully thought out one, with considerable assessment and background checking. Martin stressed that character is every bit as important as hockey skills in his staff ’s evaluation of players. In addition to Cents’ personnel, there were

a number of Junior B coaches in attendance at the camp, along with several coaches and scouts from U.S. and Canadian colleges and universities. The Centennials will be holding a second spring camp from June 10 to 12 in Abbotsford. HOMEBOYS Goaltender Sam Suzuki (right) was one of eight local players who took part in the Merritt Centennials’ annual spring camp on the weekend. The others were Grayson McMaster, Jesse Cunningham, Riley Barnes, Sunil Sahota, Anthony Tulliani, Ashton Krushelnitzky and Grady Musgrave. Ian Webster/Herald

Merritt youth soccer kicks off season It was a festival-like atmosphere at Voght Park on Saturday morning as the Merritt Youth Soccer Association officially kicked off its 2016 spring season. Close to 300 registered youngsters from four years of age and up were joined by this year’s enthusiastic band of

volunteer coaches, team managers and officials. The youthful soccer stars of tomorrow took part in a variety of drills done in a station approach. Also in attendance were three members of BC Soccer’s Grassroots Program, led by Robbie Puni.

“A gathering like his is a chance for players to meet each other, get to know their coaches, and build a sense of community,” Puni said. When he’s not helping BC Soccer, Puni is a high school teacher, coach and athletic director at Burnaby South Secondary in Vancouver.

The regular MYSA schedule begins this Saturday. THE BEAUTIFUL GAME Merritt youth soccer’s Grade 5-and-up players gathered for a group photo on Saturday during the opening weekend festival at Voght Park. Ian Webster/Herald

Mixed Volleyfest a real circus This year’s mixed Volleyfest tournament was a real three-ringed affair in more ways than one. Not only did the weekend’s worth of action take place at a trio of venues around town, but the theme for the event was ‘Circus’. You can just imagine what creative costumes were worn to the ‘big top’ social on Saturday night! A portion of monies raised from this weekend’s Volleyfest and the all-ladies event in two weeks time will go to the Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations of Kamloops and the surrounding region. A total of 32 co-ed teams from throughout B.C. took part in the 2016 mixed Volleyfest (9 in Comp 1, 13 in Comp 2 and 10 in Rec).

Thank You

The Merritt Snowmobile Club would like to thank the following for their generous donations in helping make our annual Spring Fling Fundraiser a success:

MIXED VOLLEYFEST RESULTS COMP 1 1. Setting Ducks (Kamloops) 2. Floor Play (Surrey) COMP 2A 1. Strugglers (Armstrong) 2. Oral Sets (West Kelowna) COMP 2B 1. Will Work for Sets (Kamloops) 2. Mommy’s Mistakes (Lillooet)

BIG HITTER Dustin Rubner of Unprotected Sets executes a kill hit in one of his team’s rec-level games during Volleyfest this past weekend. A total of 32 teams took part in the threeday co-ed event. Ian Webster/Herald

REC A

REC B

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1. Nitro Circus (Merritt) 2. Ball Busters (Alkali Lake)

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In loving memory of

Linda Marlane Gropp July 4, 1952 - April 8, 2015 A wonderful mother, woman and aid; One who was better, God never made, A wonderful worker, loyal and fair, Tenderly helpful, O Mom you were. Just in your judgement, always right, Honest and liberal, every upright; Loved by all, our pride they share, Pride in the wonderful one you were. Love Dad & Family

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Aug. 3, 1959 - April 1, 2016 We sadly regret to announce the passing of our dearly beloved family member Gregory J. Funk (Grog to his many friends!) on April 1, 2016. His son Patrick, brothers Gene, Cary, Mark and sisters Cindy (Gerry), Erica and many nephews and nieces will miss him dearly and trust his everlasting rest will be peaceful. A further announcement will be given in regards to a family & friends get together to celebrate his life and pay our respects. Thank you one and all for your kind condolences.

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J Craig Miller Nov 21, 1955-Apr 3, 2016

The family of J Craig Miller sadly announce his passing. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday April 9, 2016 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Legion Hall(upstairs). In lieu of Ă owers; donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society.

Robert (Bob) Goldie passed away March 25, 2016 at 83 years of age, at home cared for by his family with help from Dr Tanya Daws, VIHA and OMNI Care. He was predeceased by his parents in Merritt, Addie and Jim Goldie and his brother Frank. He is survived by his wife if 61 years Joyce (Joy), sons Bob and Ted and daughter Lauren Smith (Lorne), eight grandchildren; Griffen, Caitlin, Carmen, Wyatt, Dayna, Sara Rob and Trevor. His sister Eileen (Jim) and many nieces & nephews and cousin, lifelong friend Fred (Marg) Goldie. Bob served in the RCAF for 27 years as a pilot in Air Defence Command, Transport Command & Brigade Headquarters in Europe. He served with three SAR units, the last being 442 in Comox.

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While in Comox he worked and travelled over the province with a team promoting flying safety to civilian clubs. He was awarded the Chief of Defence Staff commendation for the difficult rescue of people off a sailboat in a storm at sea, and received his MMM during his last year. After his release he worked as a corporate helicopter pilot for a lumber company in Prince George for seven years. He was involved with the air wing of P.E.P. and when diabetes ended his commercial license he moved back to Comox where he continued as volunteer provincial air chief with P.E.P.. He was the founding president of C.A.S.A.R.A. and served for several years. He spend seven summers at HMCS Quadra- the last six as operation officer. After his third and final retirement he travelled and camped from Alaska to Newfoundland, and spent 14 years as a California snowbird. The last eight years they travelled with organized tours and cruises. Bob lived his life with enjoyment, integrity and humor. Farewell and well done. A Celebration of Life will be held at 888 Wing April 23, from 2-4pm.

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Lower Nicola Indian Band Employment Opportunities Posting Elders Teachers at the Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmx Language Nest (Part-Time Positions) The LNIB Language Nest will consist of children from 0-5 years of age learning Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín accompanied by one parent. The language nest will be a total Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín immersion environment.

Job Description and QualiÀcations: • The elders for the Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín nest will preferably be Áuent in Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín or semi-Áuent with teaching credentials, or have the equivalent work experience teaching the language and working with preschool children. • The elders will have knowledge of Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmx culture, songs dances, stories, ceremonies, foods etc., or willing to learn. • The elder will work with the teacher and diŲerent Áuent elders in the language nest. • The elders will help develop some of the teaching materials for the nest. • The successful candidates will undergo a Criminal record check. Please send cover letter and resume to: c/o Bridget LaBelle Director of Human Services Lower Nicola Indian Band 181 Nawishaskin Lane Merritt, BC, V1K 0A7 Telephone: 250-378-4089 Fax: 250-378-6188 Email: bridgetl@lnib.net Salary Negotiable. Closing Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2016, at 4:30 pm

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Scw’exmx Child and Family Services Society (SCFSS) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as an Aboriginal Child and Youth Mental Health (ACYMH) Clinician. As an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Clinician will provide culturally appropriate services and information which enhance the relationships and wellness of children and families who are experiencing signiÀcant challenges, in the Merritt area. The position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. Evening and weekend work as required. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Connects and collaborates with appropriate referral sources • Conduct intakes • Conduct mental health assessments and develop assessment reports • Conduct provisional DSM diagnosis • Develop and execute treatment plans • Maintain appropriate Clinical and administrative records KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Awareness of First Nations culture and issues affecting First Nations families and communities • Develop and maintain working knowledge and relationships with natural partners and supports in the communities • Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in Clinical Mental Health assessment, diagnosis and treatment • Ability to conduct suicide assessments and assist with crisis interventions • Comfortable with conducting both Psycho-educational and treatment focused group sessions to various ages • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Master’s Degree in Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or comparable degree with strong clinical skills • Education in DSM diagnosis and related treatments for common Mental Health challenges • Registered with a professional association • Related experience with responsibility for providing mental health services to children and families • Experience working with Aboriginal communities • A valid BC class 5 driver’s license and criminal record check are mandatory

Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience Deadline for submitting applications: Friday April 11, 2016 @ 12:00 pm Interviews will take place: April 18, 2016

Scw’exmx Child & Family Services is an Aboriginal Child Welfare Agency providing services to the Àve First Nations communities of the Nicola Valley. We offer a positive work environment with a committed team of people. The Administrative Assistant provides day-to-day administrative/clerical duties including: answering incoming telephone calls, addressing visitors, directing inquiries, Àling, photocopying, faxing, word processing, processing mail, maintaining telephone and ofÀce equipment, and other duties as required. QualiÀcations • Graduated from High School Grade 12 or Equivalency • One – Two years Administrative/Clerical experience Other Requirements • Accurate typing speed of 40 wpm • ProÀciency in the use of computer programs for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email, and the internet • Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with clients, customers, suppliers and co-workers • Ability to self-regulate, meet deadlines, have attention to detail and multitask • Ability to maintain a high level of conÀdentiality • Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and has an understanding of Aboriginal Culture • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Criminal Record Check Start date: ASAP as needed. Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience. Deadline for submitting applications: April 11, 2016 Interviews will take place: April 18, 2016 Apply by submitting your cover letter, resume and 3 letters of reference to Yvonne Hare, Executive Director Scw’exmx Child & Family Services, Box 129, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Telephone (250)378-2771, Fax (250)378-2799 Email: ExecutiveDirector@scwexmx.com Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualiÀed candidates will be considered for an interview.

The LNIB Language nest will consist of children from 0-5 years of age learning Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín accompanied by one parent. The language nest will be a total Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín immersion environment.

Job Description Summary and QualiÀcations • The teacher for the Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín nest will preferably be Áuent in Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmxcín or semi-Áuent with teaching credentials or have the equivalent work experience teaching and working with preschool children. • The teacher will have knowledge of Nâe‫ݒ‬kepmx culture, songs dances, stories, ceremonies, foods etc., or willing to learn. • The teacher will work with diŲerent Áuent elders in the language nest. • The Teacher will help develop some of the teaching materials for the nest. • The successful candidate will undergo a criminal record check and have a Food Safe certiÀcate as well as a Àrst aide certiÀcate. Please send cover letter and resume to: Bridget LaBelle Director of Human Services Lower Nicola Indian Band 181 Nawishaskin Lane Merritt, BC, V1K 0A7 Telephone: 250-378-4089 Fax: 250-378-6188 Email: bridgetl@lnib.net

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BOARD CALL TO LANDSCAPE ARTISTS The April Show will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;Landscapes of the Nicola Valley.â&#x20AC;? We are looking for paintings, carvings, drawings, or photographs done on actual locations in the Nicola Valley. Participants are allowed up to two(2) pieces. The named locations, of the landscapes, is required. All work shall be framed and ready for hanging. All wall pieces shall have a hanging wire to be accepted. Deadline is March 31 at 5pm. Due to anticipated turnout, there will be no exceptions to the deadline. Work can be dropped off on gallery days at regular gallery times. The show will run from April 1 through April 30. The Courthouse Gallery is open Thursday thru Saturday from noon until 6pm. Wednesday is an Admin Day and I am in and out between noon and 5:30pm. Gallery phone: 250-3786515 email: kathi.courthouse.gallery@gmail.com A walker was found abandoned in the driverway of the Courthouse Arts Centre Building on February 25. If your walker is missing and you can give specific details, then give us a call at 250-378-6515

LOWER NICOLA FLEA MARKET Upcoming Spring 2016 dates are April 10 and May 1. We will be at the Lower Nicola Hall from 10am to 3pm. Contact us on Facebook - Lower Nicola Flea Market or at 250-378-3481.

HELP WITH TAXES for low income and seniors at Crossroads Community Church held Tuesday mornings 9 a.m. - Noon for March and April. Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: Senior Exercises 1:30 p.m., Cribbage & Whist 2:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bingo 1 p.m., Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Duplicate Bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m., Court Whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Floor Curling 1 p.m., Floor Curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m., 2nd & 4th Thurs. Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m. Last Saturday of the month: Pot Luck Supper 5:30 p.m. for more info phone 250378-4407.

LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP The Living with Loss Drop-in Support Group will be meeting the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2:30pm at 2025 Granite Avenue, Room 12. 250-280-4040.

VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN RELATIONSHIPS In recognition of Merrittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relationship Violence Awareness Week, the VAWIR Committee invites you to join us in raising awareness of this important issue. Join us in a march through Merrittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown core on Thursday, April 14 at 1 p.m. in Spirit Square. Refreshments to follow the march.

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WALHA-SCHINDIG CELEBRATION Your Invited to Walhachins Spring â&#x20AC;&#x153;Walha-Schindigâ&#x20AC;? Celebration Saturday May 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walhachin Soldiers Memorial Hall 4359 Central Ave., MUSIC, GAMES, ARTISAN & FLEA MARKET. An event for the family to support the work of the museum and preserve the history of Walhachin. Admission by donation. Musicians and Entertainers are welcome. Flea Market & Artisan tables available at friends@waBhachin.net or 250 318 6100 or facebook: WalhachinBC. Email today to reserve a spot. Food sales by Ashcroft-Cache Creek Rotary Club.

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THE LOWER NICOLA BAND invites participants of all ages and abilities to participate in the First Annual Turn Me Loose in Shulus Run. This fundraiser will benefit programs for youth and Elders, with registration by donation, youth under 18 and Elders over 60 are free. The run takes place on Sunday, May 15, 2016 starting at the Lower Nicola Band School and has distances of 800 m, 2 km, 5 km and 10 km. BBQ to follow the event! Registration on line at www.lnib.net and you can also order a cool Turn me Loose in Shulus t-shirt.

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

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CONAYT ELDERS DROP IN CENTRE Tuesday & Thursday mornings, 8:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Noon, 2164 Quilchena Avenue. All Elders welcome â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just come out and visit! For information contact Deloris at 250-3785107.

ELKS BINGO Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. Come in for lunch!

Sweet Pea

Sweet Pea would love a quiet adult only home. She can be a tad nervous so someone experienced with dogs, who is patient, calm and gentle would suit this little girl.

Donations

Champ

Cutie Pie

Champ requires a stable quiet home in a rural Cutie Pie loves to cuddle, is very good in the setting. He will need basic training and life house, travels well in the vehicle, loves people experiences. He is mild mannered, learns quick and is very good with children. Cutie must go and is friendly. Champ is very leery of strangers to a home where she is the only pet. and requires a skilled individual to help him desperately learn trust in needed humans andfor otherspay dogs. and neuter services.

Donations can be to made to The Angelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Animal Rescue Society at The Interior Savings Credit Union, Account #1193739.

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