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KEEPING IT CLEAN Members of the Smart Step Youth Organization city squad and the Community Policing Office canvassed the downtown core on Aug. 19 to clean up graffiti for the fifth annual Paint Our City Clean campaign. Gabrielle Smith (left) and Michelle Schultz of Smart Step clean graffiti off of a wall outside the Adelphi Hotel. Merritt RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore told the Herald they’ve noticed less graffiti to clean up than last year, but the numbers aren’t necessarily trending downwards; rather, they fluctuate from year to year. Dunsmore said this initiative fosters community pride in the Smart Step participants. Michelle Schultz of Smart Step city squad said participating in Paint Our City Clean shows that youth like herself can have a positive impact on the community. In all, 30 locations were cleaned up during Paint Our City Clean. Michael Potestio/Herald

Low attendance, volunteer turnout at festival By Michael Potestio THE HERALD

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Sturgis Canada closed a day early because of low attendance and a shortage of volunteers, according to the music festival and motorcycle rally’s president Joan Hansen. Approximately 1,100 tickets were sold in advance of the festival, which ran Aug. 21 to 23 at the old Mountainfest site. Hansen said there For all your landscaping needs call the professionals at

were some tickets sold at the gate, but the final ticket count was not known as of press time. She said she estimates there were about 2,000 people at the festival site on Saturday night, when headliner Burton Cummings played. In terms of volunteers, Hansen said they had about 100 confirmed, but only about 45 actually showed up. As for those who bought tickets

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for Sunday’s shows, Hansen said they are working on a plan, and are leaning toward offering some sort of credit as opposed to a full refund. “We’re not going to make any promises at this point, but we’re working on a plan,” Hansen said. Hansen said weather may have been an influencing factor in the low turnout as the area did see some rain. “We didn’t have a whole lot of

people show up from Merritt on the Thursday — the free day — but it could possibly be weather-related as well, which I’m thinking it is,” Hansen said. She didn’t say whether or not the festival will return to Merritt next year, as organizers will need to evaluate if the Merritt-area site is a viable location based on the numbers. Hansen said she’d like to hear

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from the people and business owners in Merritt to see if Sturgis Canada has their support. “I don’t want to come back if there’s no support,” Hansen said. “We’ve already heard a lot of people want us back, but we’d like to know from the business perspective whether it was even profitable for the town.”

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From Page 1 City of Merritt chief administrative officer Allan Chabot said the city is supportive of festivals and events, realizing they can bring cultural and economic benefits to Merritt. Chabot said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heard suggestions through other media sources that the Merritt RCMP had too many roadblocks at the festival and caused too many problems, which he disagrees with. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think some accusations have been made and certainly thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of concern to us, particularly if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not accurate,â&#x20AC;? Chabot said. The music festival site is privately owned land in the Thompson Nicola Regional District and is not part of the City of Merritt. Hansen said while sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heard complaints from festival patrons about the RCMP roadblocks, she had no issue with the police. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We appreciate the police and they helped us a lot,â&#x20AC;? Hansen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very grateful towards the RCMP.â&#x20AC;? Merritt RCMP Sgt. Norm Flemming addressed city council at its regular meeting on Tuesday night regarding rumours police had something to do with the early shutdown. He said the rumour that police seized upwards of 30 motorcycles is false as they did not seize any motorbikes. He also said the detachment did not bring in any officers from out of town. Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Sheila White told the Herald there were only a few violations over the course of the weekend. Tickets were issued for having improper helmets and for having improper driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licences. During the festival, White said, police responded to four calls at the site of the music festival â&#x20AC;&#x201D; two arrests were made for drunk in public on Friday without issue and they were taken to jail to sober up.

Cathy Richardson and David Freiberg performed as part of psychedelic rock band Jefferson Starship, which headlined Sturgis Canada on Friday, Aug. 22. Emily Wessel/Herald

White said police responded to â&#x20AC;&#x153;a consensual fightâ&#x20AC;? between a member of the Hellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Angels and a member of another motorcycle club on Saturday night during the Burton Cummings concert. On Sunday morning, police responded to a call of causing a disturbance between staff members of Sturgis Canada. No charges were laid in that incident, she said.

ing, an agreement was made between the two parties to settle the bill after the fact and, in that case, it becomes a civil matter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Essentially, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve extended credit to the individual,â&#x20AC;? Flemming said. The Merritt legion is also owed payment from Sturgis Canada, but treasurer Marguerite Kempin said she isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expecting to be

paid as not much beer was sold. Kempin said the legion was given a contract good for $5,000 to serve the beer at the festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beer garden. She said the legion was also to receive another $5,000 if the festival netted $10,000 from beer sales, but said that bonus is unlikely. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make money, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter if you have your con-

tract signed with blood on gold paper. If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no money, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no money,â&#x20AC;? Kempin said. Hansen told the Herald festival organizers are putting their bills in order and working on a repayment plan for the Intown Inn as well as the legion.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our much loved father, grandfather and great grandfather, John Hector Ford. John passed away peacefully on August 22nd, 2014 in Ashcroft at the age of 82 years. John was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth in 1992, and his brother Don several years ago. He is survived by his one daughter and five sons, and their families. John moved to Ashcroft from Northern Alberta in 2010 to be closer to his family. He was a rancher for most of his life, having farmed over the years in the Armstrong area, Merritt, and in Alberta. He was a longtime member and supporter of the CSSM Churches, and had also participated in many local farm fairs and 4H events over the years. He had a great love of horses, especially Clydesdales, and enjoyed all aspects or caring for them. He had a great enthusiasm for riding. The last few years had been difficult for John as he struggled with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease. He went into care in Kamloops in August 2013, and was then moved to Jackson House in Ashcroft in May of 2014. The care he received during this time has been exceptional. The family would like to send a heartfelt thanks to the doctors and staff who have been involved this last while in assisting John. Visitation for John will be held from 6:30 PM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:00 PM on Wednesday, August 27th from the chapel of Thompson Valley Funeral Home Ltd. In Ashcroft. Funeral Services will follow at 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 28th from the Sage Hills Evangelical Free Church in Ashcroft with a reception after in the church lower auditorium. Burial will take place that afternoon at the Hullcar Cemetery in Enderby. Donations in memory of John may be made to the CSSM â&#x20AC;&#x153;One Hopeâ&#x20AC;? Bible Camps â&#x20AC;&#x201C; General Camps 189 Henderson Hwy. Winnipeg MB R2L 1L7 Online condolences may be left at www.tvfh.ca

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Unpaid bills The owner of the Merritt Intown Inn is upset with Sturgis organizers, claiming they have yet to pay a bill totalling about $5,000 incurred during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival. Qian Xiang â&#x20AC;&#x201D; who also goes by the name Chen â&#x20AC;&#x201D; said he has yet to be paid a penny for the rooms booked for the Sturgis Canada festival. He said organizer Ray Sasseville booked upwards of 40 rooms. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sleep for two or three days,â&#x20AC;? Chen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh man, this is horrible.â&#x20AC;? The bill is for $4,791.20. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They hurt the business,â&#x20AC;? Chen said. He said the RCMP told him there was nothing they could do for him about the welshed debt. Merritt police Sgt. Norm Flemming said that to his understand-

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BIRD’S-EYE VIEW The Doug James Band played to a diverse crowd at Spirit Square on the afternoon of Aug. 22 that included pets and people alike. The rockers played crowd-pleasing hits from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s on Friday and Saturday as part of the chamber of commerce and city’s joint event, Music in the Square, which wraps up with family entertainer Mat Duffus this weekend. Emily Wessel/Herald

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confused the grant-in-aid application process. The group is also funded by a BC Arts Council grant and a BC Touring grant, which applies to the concert series. Dooley said cutting overhead costs of putting on events would help the group’s finances in the long run. “We’re trying to bring a cross-section of a different type of music and entertainment which might not necessarily bring the whole city but it does entertain a certain part of the city,” she said. “It makes people grow culturally by being able to experience new and different concerts.” She said the costs for the concert series mounted quickly, as having to bring in a sound system from Kamloops could run the group over $2,000 each time. Edmonds said the NVCAC’s short-term financial goal is to secure a BC Arts Council grant and reciprocating grant

from the city. Edmonds said provided the grants come through, the arts council will have a good baseline from which to grow next year. The NVCAC currently has a net deficit of about $11,000, Dooley said. Volunteer shortage With its expectations on financials expressed to city hall, the arts council’s short-term goal is to address the volunteer deficit, Edmonds said. The NVCAC needs a secretary, and there are still five open seats on the board which can accommodate 11 directors. The more people power the group can draw on, the lighter the demands on each volunteer, Edmonds said. One of those available volunteer positions is the role of art gallery director, which has been vacant since the resignation of the former gallery director, who relocated in July.

The Courthouse Art Gallery has been closed for a month with no one to run it. Edmonds said that position turned out to be a burden for the volunteer who took it on because it required nearly full-time commitment. While the group evaluates the gallery director position, it’s trying a new format for art shows. The “pop-up art show” format involves the showing artist to man the gallery on a Friday, and the arts council will hold an event in conjunction with the show on the following day. The first event will feature a Vancouver artist on Oct. 3 followed by an Oktoberfest event at the Culture Club on Oct. 4, where two of his pieces will be auctioned off in a fundraiser. In November, the popup show will feature local artists Fran McMurchy and Wendy Eeckhout.

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The Nicola Valley Community Arts Council is on the upswing after a wave of recent resignations from the group’s board. The NVCAC had an emergency meeting on Aug. 20 to talk over its challenges and potential solutions. The group also elected Bill Edmonds as its new president, and he took the concerns from the meeting forward to a meeting with city staff and council Monday night. Among the NVCAC’s most pressing short-term challenges is a lack of volunteers, Edmonds said. Lack of a concert committee chair is one of the reasons the 2014-15 concert series is cancelled. The concert series typically sees four performances in a variety of genres — from classical piano to stand-up comedy — come to town. The NVCAC also

cited lower-than-necessary attendance and higherthan-expected overhead costs for the concert series cancellation. Edmonds said the group would like to see a higher funding commitment from the city going forward. Historically, the arts council had been given $6,000 a year, but this year, city council cut the funding to $4,000. Coun. Mike Goetz said that number was based on information council received from the NVCAC about the baseline number they needed in order to get reciprocal funding from the province. However, NVCAC treasurer Chris Dooley said the province’s BC Arts Council grant amount changes each year as well. Edmonds said the fact some funding was allotted to the arts and culture policy task force — which included some NVCAC members — may have

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• What went wrong at Sturgis Canada on Sunday? Sturgis Canada ended its inaugural event in Merritt a day early over the weekend. Contrary to rumours, the festival had not had its liquor licence revoked, a spokesperson for the B.C. Liquor Control and Licensing Branch said in an email.

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For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Detailed resumes attached with a cover letter will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, August 29, 2014 and should be addressed to: Carole Fraser, Human Resources Manager City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

INVITATION TO TENDER 4X4 UTILITY WORK MACHINE Tender Reference No. ENG-2014-03 The City of Merritt Public Works Department is accepting Tenders for the supply of one new 4x4 Utility Work Machine. The Utility Work Machine must be a full time 4x4 vehicle with front loader and a rear three point hitch system including a PTO as described in the specifications section. Tender Closing Time: 2:00 pm local time Tender Closing Date: 2014-09-04 at: Address: CITY OF MERRITT 2185 VOGHT STREET MERRITT, BC V1K 1B8 CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Boven, AScT Public Works Manager Email: sboven@merritt.ca Tel: (250) 378-8626 Fax: (250) 378-2600

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Tender Closing Time: 2:00 pm local time Tender Closing Date: 2014-09-04 at: Address: CITY OF MERRITT 2185 VOGHT STREET MERRITT, BC V1K 1B8 CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Boven, AScT Public Works Manager Email: sboven@merritt.ca Tel: (250) 378-8626 Fax: (250) 378-2600 Please note that the City’s Website address is www.merritt.ca

WATERING IS ONLY PERMITTED during the following times: Basic Sprinklers

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6 am - 8 am & 7 pm - 10 pm EVEN ADDRESS: Monday, Wednesday & Friday ODD ADDRESS: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Midnight am to 4 am EVEN ADDRESS: Monday, Wednesday & Friday ODD ADDRESS: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday THERE IS NO SPRINKLING ALLOWED ON SUNDAY Violations will result in a $50 fine.

Hand watering of plants using a hand held hose with a working springloaded shut-off nozzle or a hand held container is permitted anytime. Please clip-out and keep on your refrigerator to remind of regulations!

The City of Merritt’s Spray Park located at Rotary park, will be unavailable from Sept. 15 - 17 in order to complete the spray pad resurfacing project. The resurfacing project will entail base preparation and applying a rubber product over the entire surface. The rubber product is made from 100% recycled BC tire rubber. This will result in a much more resilient, softer and slip-proof surface. This is a 2014 Capital Budget Project. Only the spray park will be inaccessible during this time. The rest of Rotary Park will still be available for the enjoyment of the local community and visitors alike. Please note that the resurfacing project dates may be subject to change as the project is weather dependent. For more information please contact: Larry Plotnikoff Leisure Services Manager 250-378-8618 lplotnikoff@merritt.ca

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Tender Reference No. ENG-2014-04 The City of Merritt Public Works Department is accepting Tenders for the supply of one new Service Utility Truck for our Utilities Division. The truck must have an aluminum deck, tool cabinets, and a small crane as described in the specifications section.

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A frequent question to the City’s Bylaw Department is “Who is responsible for maintenance of boulevards and lanes?” The short answer is the adjacent property owner. Just as with winter snow, the adjacent property owner is responsible for shoveling the sidewalk in front of their home, so during the rest of the year the adjacent property owner is responsible for keeping the boulevard and lane abutting their property neat and tidy. We may even want to consider helping some of our neighbours who may be less capable.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED CITY OF MERRITT ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2178, 2014 Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday September 9th, 2014 at 7:00pm in the Council Chamber at Merritt City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to a proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment. Pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act, City Council will consider amending Zoning Bylaw 1894, 2004. The purpose of the proposed amendment is to add a site specific use in unit #106 at the Railyard Mall. That site specific use would be for a recycling depot. The Zoning bylaw amendment applies to only UNIT 106, LOT A DISTRICT LOT 123 KAMLOOPS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT PLAN KAP67209 EXCEPT PLAN KAP92388 A copy of the proposed amendment bylaw and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm on until September 9th at 4:30 PM at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC. The bylaw is also available online at www.merritt.ca. Anyone wishing to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be received NO LATER THAN 4:00PM MONDAY SEPTEMBER 8th, 2014, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Sean O’Flaherty, RPP Planning & Development Services Manager Note: This is the first of two consecutive Public Notices. Dated this 28th of August 2014, at Merritt, BC

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With this in mind Merritt’s Nuisance Abatement Bylaw provides for minimum property standards within City limits. This Bylaw requires property owners to also maintain lanes and boulevards. We all need to do our part to maintain our neighbourhoods. One of the pleasures of living in a smaller community like ours is that the little extra that we contribute makes a huge difference that will positively reflect on the City of Merritt as somewhere great to live.

Next council meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014 Council agendas and minutes at www.merritt.ca

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ICBC seeks 5.2 per cent basic rate hike; cites distracted driving By Jeff Nagel

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ICBC is asking regulators to approve a 5.2 per cent increase in basic auto insurance rates. The public auto insurer said the rate hike would cost the average customer an extra $40 per year if approved by the B.C. Utilities Commission. The rate hike is to take effect Nov. 1 on an interim basis while the BCUC reviews the application. A previously approved 5.2 per cent rate hike that took effect in 2013-14 means drivers will soon be paying 10.4 per cent more than they did in 2012 for basic coverage. ICBC blamed the latest increase on a continued rise in injury claims costs paid to crash victims for pain and suffering, future care and lost

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wages. Bodily injury claims hit $1.9 billion in 2013, up $73 million from 2012 and by more than $500 million from five years earlier. Legal and medical costs are also up. Drivers’ rapidly growing use of cellphones and other personal electronic devices behind the wheel is one of the factors ICBC cited for the rise in injury claims. Distracted driving is the second leading cause of fatal car crashes in B.C. – killing

88 people a year – and is the leading cause of rear-end crashes that often cause injuries, spokesman Adam Grossman said. A new campaign against distracted driving is to roll out in September. Grossman was unable to provide details justifying why basic rates should be 10.4 per cent higher than 2012 when the injury claim cost increase from 2012 to 2013 was only four per cent. The full rate hike application is to be filed Friday. Consumers Association of Canada president Bruce Cran said it continues a pattern of steeper increases in basic rates on which ICBC has a monopoly but more restraint on optional coverage rates where it must compete. He also took aim at the provincial government’s con-

tinued raiding of ICBC coffers for general revenue. The province has budgeted to pull $200 million from ICBC this year, $155 million next year and $125 million in 2016, down from $237 million in 2013 and $576 million in 2010. Cran said he doesn’t “give a damn” about ICBC and government claims the yearly dividends to the province come only from the optional side and don’t affect basic rates. “We see it as one corporation,” he said. “As long as they’re stealing our money by the million by transferring it into government revenues, no matter which division they claim it from, we are being gouged as a public.” Cran called it a stealth tax on people who drive vehicles that is “absolutely disgraceful.”

Important Notice to all Nooaitch Band members: Nooaitch Chief and Council will be holding an Indian Reserve #9 revocation referendum. A community informational meeting will be held on August 27th, 2014 @ 7:00pm at Nooaitch Band Hall at 2960 Shackelly Road reviewing the referendum. Nooaitch Chief and Council will be holding the referendum on September 24th, 2014 at the Nooaitch Indian Band Office, 2954 Shackelly Road, main building, downstairs board room from 9:00 am – 8:00pm. Mail in votes will be accepted until September 24, 2014 @ 8:00pm. The referendum will involve a vote on a revocation of a past timber surrender. Chief and Council would like to ensure the timber surrender does not continue to apply to current management of Nooaitch IR #9. Information will be mailed out to all Band members living off reserve. Information packages will be distributed to all Band members living on reserve. Or, you can request a package from the Nooaitch Indian Band office. Contact information if Band Members have any questions regarding the referendum process: Elections officer, Sheldon Gagne Natural Resources Specialist, Lands and Economic Development Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, BC Region Suite 600 - 1138 Melville Street Vancouver, BC, V6E 4S3 Sheldon.Gagne@aandc-aadnc.gc.ca 604 - 666 - 6755 (fax: 604 666 8292) (1 800 665 9320) Office: 1425H Contact information for an information package on the referendum: Lani McKenzie Receptionist

Thank you You’ve all made owning the Aberdeen memorable

Eric Barren would like to thank everyone who has come out to help support the Aberdeen Pub and Cold Beer, Wine & Liquor Store over the past 25 years. Good Luck and all the best to Steve and Mark, the new owners as of August 5, 2014.

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HERALD OPINION Ruts in road to farmland changes By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca

The month-long Agricultural Land Commission consultation closed Aug. 22, and the B.C. government is compiling the feedback received from a province-wide tour and invitation to comment. I can’t tell you much about the official input. The consultation sessions were by invitation only, with no media allowed, and the submissions via website are also not public. I reached Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick as he was traveling around B.C. with his camper van, conducting his own meetings with farmers. He’s not saying much either, except that a summary of the findings should be made public in September as the government considers new regulations. The aim of this exercise is to consider relaxing rules around secondary farmland uses in the Interior, Kootenay and North regions, as well as food processing and retail sales of food and beverages on farmland. Also under consideration is allowing breweries and distilleries, as wine and cider production are now allowed, and relaxing rules to permit more off-farm products to be sold from farms. Letnick defended the 30-day summer consultation as adequate. It’s based on 11 questions developed with staff, farm groups and local government. He’s also not counting how many emails were stacked up by proponents or critics. “I’m not conducting a plebiscite,” Letnick said. “What I’m trying to do is come up with the best balance of recommendations to make to government that can hold their own based on the idea and the potential positive and negative consequences.”

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Occupational burnout isn’t a given Emily Wessel Merritt MUSINGS Every day I receive at least one press release from an RCMP detachment somewhere in B.C. These releases — brief as they may be — provide a peek into the world of police officers in communities around this lovely province and the wide variety of stuff they have to deal

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with. In one release from mid-August, Coquitlam RCMP officers were spreading the word about a stolen electric Toyota forklift. The forklift went missing from a Coquitlam business overnight earlier this month, and police found skidmarks on the pavement from what they believe were thieves dragging the thing onto the back of a truck to make off with their loot. You see, the thieves didn’t just drive it off the equipment lot because the key to the forklift was stored inside the business. So if you come across a bright orange, older

model forklift with the model number 7FBOU25, you may want to alert the appropriate authorities that you have found the loot of some less-than-bright criminals. Why someone would steal a forklift, I have absolutely no idea. But there you have it. Most of the releases I receive from RCMP are on the more serious side of what they do. They have to do with notices of missing persons, high-profile arrests, warrants for arrests, hit-and-runs, break-andenters, weapons seizures ... and the list goes on. And that’s only a snapshot of the things officers see day in and day out.

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It’s no wonder police officers are prone to burnout. I recently had a conversation with a local cop on exactly this topic. He had been the recipient of a text that was not intended for him, to which he responded, in the process identifying himself and his position within the local RCMP detachment. The mis-texter then offered him a tip about what he/she believes to be drug activity in a local house — for a cash reward. As if having action taken at the rumoured drug house isn’t enough of a reward, it takes money to make offering that information worth it.

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As if, maybe, taking an active interest in your community’s wellness isn’t enough. Or, you know, recognizing that police can’t simply go around kicking in doors, that they need reasons. Here’s the part where cynics pipe up and say, well, the cops won’t do anything anyway, so what’s the point? In fact, this is the exact sentiment the mis-texter expressed (albeit with definite vitriol) to that officer. All of a sudden cops are being trash-talked for not doing anything when they simply can’t force help on those who resist it.

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YOUR OPINION Urge government to resolve dispute Dear Editor,

READING CLUB WRAP-UP About 30 kids took part in the library’s fun and games during its last party of the summer on Aug. 20. Each week, participants in the library’s summer reading program were invited to take part in different themed parties. The programs, which served kids aged three to 12 in three different groups, wrapped up last Wednesday while the teen club finished Aug. 21. Emily Wessel/Herald

There is now a less than a week left until school is scheduled to start. The government says it will not legislate teachers back to work but the government says it will not agree to unrestricted mediation. There is a mediator already in the process. So what’s the hold up? The government doesn’t believe that the public and parents care. I urge everyone to show they care by contacting our local school board at (250) 378-5161 to tell our board to write a letter to Minister of Education

Peter Fassbender to resolve this dispute through unrestricted mediation. I urge everyone to email our local MLA, Jackie Tegart, at jackie.tegart. mla@leg.bc.ca and tell her to tell the minister of education to resolve this dispute through unrestricted mediation. I believe this is the only way we can get a timely resolution to this dispute. Peter Vogt President, Local 31 Nicola Valley Teachers’ Union Merritt

Cynicism can’t ALC acknowledging ward off trauma secondary farm business From Page 6 There is something of a two-way street here, but some people have their blinders on and can only see what’s in their lane. This particular officer is no rookie and the situation exasperated him. Imagine how frustrated people new to the force must find these kinds of baseless accusations. Sadly, the same high burnout rate applies to paramedics, firefighters and social works, to name just a handful. The fact this exasperation and eventual burnout is not entirely surprising is the real problem. Maybe we need to look at our level of tolerance for burning out first responders. Between May and August of this year, 17 Canadian first responders have killed themselves. That’s 17 lives lost and

untold lives changed as a result of post-traumatic stress disorder, a mental health condition that often doesn’t show its symptoms overtly. Police forces, paramedic organizations and fire departments across Canada are feeling the effects of these losses. While first responders are trained to confront some of the ugliest situations imaginable, that training does not preclude their being affected by these situations. Cynicism and a dark sense of humour are no match for some of the experiences these people have lived through, and have to live with. As conversations around mental health, suicide and PTSD continue in the wake of actor/comedian Robin Williams’ suicide, let’s hope we don’t have to hear about casualty number 18. Crime seeps into where it’s tolerated, and so does apathy.

From Page 6 NDP agriculture critic Lana Popham was more forthcoming. She was invited to the formal sessions, and also won’t talk about them directly. But she’s not backing away from her criticisms. The government is proposing to bypass the Agricultural Land Commission for several kinds of decisions, including subdivision for family use or into properties of 160 acres or more. “I think the general idea was that people trust the ALC to make that decision, and it should still go through the commission,” Popham said. “Actually the commission has been making those decisions anyway, and I think they’ve been quite fair when somebody applies.” She said farmers also aren’t sold on the notion of

easing the rules for secondary businesses. “You will already find situations where there’s, let’s say, a welding shop or something like that attached to somebody’s residence who lives on ALR land,” Popham said. “That sort of stuff has been allowed, but it’s always had to go through the ALC or some sort of process that’s been in place. This leaves that process out, and so I think that’s the problem people are having.” She noted that non-farm activities have a way of growing until they become the main business. A reader who attended the Kelowna session said even winery operators aren’t thrilled about the proposal to enlarge retail space and allow sales of wine or beer not made on site. He said “not one” participant there liked the

idea of increasing industrial activity such as food processing or retailing. And he agreed with Popham that the ALC is doing a good job with subdivision applications. Popham also clarified the situation with the leased craft gin distillery on her own Vancouver Island farm. It started as a winery, and the conversion needed only local government approval because the production facility was already considered and taxed as light industrial. Victoria Gin has been a model for the government’s push to allow distilleries, breweries or meaderies on farmland. Given the B.C. Liberals’ love of liberalized liquor, I expect that change to go through. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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Excitement, buzz the short-term goal From Page 3 These pop-up art shows have a dual purpose as well: creating more excitement around NVCAC events, Edmonds said. “We want to have some excitement, a bit of a buzz,” Edmonds said. “I think we’ve been not quite as active as we should [be in] generating interest. I think there’s the basic interest there, but we’ve got to stoke it up a bit more.” Despite a challenging year, the group had its share of successes. Among them, some

members contributed to a draft arts, culture and heritage policy for the city, and the organization partnered with the chamber of commerce for a second successful Art Walk. While the group is struggling to find volunteers, it has a healthy membership — approximately 80 individual memberships and about a dozen group memberships, Dooley said. “It’s just a matter of — I think — just getting people excited about things that are happening and wanting to come and have

fun,” she said. The long-term goals brought forward by stakeholders were implementing the 13 recommendations of the city’s cultural mapping policy; turning the art gallery into a general arts centre; securing the Civic Centre for concerts and arts council activities at a discount; and continuing discussions with the city on an arts, culture and heritage system. Committee of the whole meetings are for discussion and city council doesn’t make any decisions during them.

Members of council offered Edmonds and Dooley their suggestions, including holding a local talent show as a fundraiser, promoting local artists in the gallery, having a sponsorship drive and making meetings more engaging to get more NVCAC members to attend. The NVCAC celebrated its 30-year anniversary in 2012. Anyone interested in volunteering for the arts council can contact directors through email at nicolavalleyartscouncil@gmail. com.

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Let warm thoughts bring you through the end of summer GWEN RANDALL-YOUNG Psychology FOR LIVING I was pretending summer would last forever. After a slow start to the season, I was savouring every sunny day. Life just seems easier when the weather is warm. I have been appreciating the vibrant colours of the flowers, the myriad shades of green, the bright red of the crab apples on my tree. One day recently I was lying on my deck

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The hours of planning and organizing done by the District of Logan Lake’s event co-ordinator, Charlene Vandean, came together on Aug. 3 with hot, sunny weather to offer both residents and visitors alike a marvelous daylong time of celebration. With 124 vintage cars registered in this year’s show and shine, there were plenty of amazing vehicles to positively drool over. Again, Kelly Norwood and his wife Christina Garret put their organizational skills and great list of contacts to exceptional use in pulling together the highest number of participants in the four-year history of this event. There was plenty for people of all ages to do and enjoy inside the Rec Centre, including 4Cats Art Studio out of Kamloops, which came without charge to Logan Lake to help visitors create a huge

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IMMACULATE RANCHER 2625 Irvine Avenue Come and see this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on the Bench, with private backyard with screened porch and tons of extra parking. Features include 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, and many upgrades such as windows, doors, furnace, HW tank in 2011, central A/C, and 2 storage sheds. #2283 ON DOUBLE LOT

LARGE RANCHER

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$299,900

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A diamond in the rough. Unfinished house on 2 city lots, close to river, and very private. This house is in the rough framing stage and is a renovation & will need a new building permit to complete.

Spotless 2 bedrm home + office with 2 ensuites, spacious living room and dining rooms, bright kitchen. Large covered deck, 20x16 detached shop.

#2311

#2227

$195,000

133 AC WITH LAKE

$209,900

IN SUN VALLEY COURT

Very private yard of 18,000 sq.ft. with fruit trees, large concrete patio & fish pond. This custom 3 level split has 4 bedrms, 3 baths, large living & dining rooms with big windows. The fully fin. Bsmt has large rec.rm and 2 bedrms.

Good opportunity to buy this approx. 5000 sq.ft. of commercial space on the main floor with 1100 sq.ft. 3 bedrm suite above. Perfect for running your own business and living upstairs.

IN LOWER NICOLA

GREAT LOCATION

$279,000

#2111

uce red Incredible year round off the grid home or a 4 season rec. property which almost surrounds Allie Lake. Has 2 main cabins plus 3 additional guest cabins. Own in outright or buy with family or friends.

Nice 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath townhouse with unique floor plan, lots of windows, and gas F/P in the living room. Kitchen has had some updates. Has been prof. painted & is move in ready.

#1663

#2160

$495,000

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$199,900

NEWER RANCHER

#2251

$525,000

#2278

$299,000

Coldwater Hills

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4 bedrm family home is a 3 level split with 2.5 baths and recent updates of new metal roof, some windows/door, exterior painting & tiling in kitchen. Nice corner lot and beautifully landscaped.

QUIET NEIGHBOURHOOD

OPEN CONCEPT DESIGN

#2234

$229,000

#2245

uce red

3 bedroom rancher with 1800 sq.ft., open design kitchen with all appliances, HW floors,crown mouldings, 9 ft ceilings, and a bonus room above the garage. Fenced backyard with shed.

$325,000

Enjoy the country style living on 0.35 acres with creek. Home has 2 bedrms up, 1 down, galley kitchen, large living room and renovated bsmt with new carpets, paint & HW tank. Detached shop with power.

uce red 9.88 acres with riding ring and close to Mamit Lake. 5 bedrm level entry rancher with vaulted ceilings, walkout bsmt & some updates. Includes several outbldgs, storage containers & chicken coop.

#2137

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Clean & bright 3 bedrm rancher with 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, large open kitchen with new kitchen counters & sink & family rm with F/P. Double garage & RV parking with sani-dump & private backyard.

#2226

$339,900

$265,000

under construction in our area. Call us for more details or go onto our website.

3 bedrm modular home with ground level entry. Extra room for hobby, storage or family room. Quiet location on large lot privately fenced with garden area. Central A/C, newer vinyl siding, thermal pane windows and many upgrades.

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Prices Starting at $128,000 + GST Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcel with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have pre-approved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells, but all have a gov’t required hydrology study to assure Buyers of ample domestic water. #1442

RESIDENTIAL VIEW LOTS Prices Starting at $85,000 + GST

Fully serviced residential lots with fantastic views of the Nicola Valley and surrounding mountains. Close to shopping and college. Start building your dream home today! #1726

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Lots 1 – 4 - Reduced to $99,000 ea. Located Off Lindley Creek Road This premier subdivision offers a rural living experience with expansive views of the Nicola Valley. Minimum lot size of 0.5 acre up to 0.96 acre, offers privacy and room to landscape. The cul de sac design guarantees no thru traffic and crown land surround entire property. Road are paved with city services in place. #1928 Call for details.

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DESIRABLE LOCATION

LOWER NICOLA

BIG FAMILY HOME

#2295

$239,000

A large foyer greets you and opens to living & dining rooms with lots of windows. Kitchen has large skylight, gas cooktop & new wall oven. 3 bedrms, jetted tub in master ensuite. In floor radiant heat, A/C, double garage with workshop & RV parking.

#2307

$299,000

Large family home with many upgrades. 3 bedrms up, 2 down with inlaw suite. Owners has put in a wood burning stove, HW tank in 2012, insulation, BI vac & water filtration system. The backyard has beautiful flower beds and front yard has fish pond & U/G sprinklers.

#2308

$315,000

5 bedrm home in good area. Main floor has been upgraded with HW floors, kitchen counters & paint. Open design kitchen, 3 bedrms up, 2 down, huge living rm with rock F/P plus airtight woodstove in bsmt.

3 bedroom home on quiet street, close to schools & park. Home has had some updates such as windows, furnace, laminate flooring, U/G sprinklers & central A/C. 22x30 shop in back

Home features 3 bedrms up plus 2 on entry level that could be used for main home or the 1 bedrm suite. Sunroom off kitchen, family rm, jetted tub in main bath plus a 3 pce ensuite. Fenced backyard.

#2298

$345,000

#2296

$259,900

#2285

$176,500

Spacious family home with 5 bedrms up, 2 down, 3 baths, formal living room with gas F/P, jetted tub in ensuite. Upgraded paint and most flooring. All appliances stay. 2 bedrm inlaw suite.

#2297

$369,000

Private setting, spacious 1820 sq.ft. rancher with 3 bedrms, 1.5 bath, freshly painted & 3 pce ensuite. Great views off deck, 7 well producing fruit trees, and is close to elementary school.

#2299

$229,000

In good area, close to schools. Home has 3 bedrms up with 2 bedrm inlaw suite at ground level, Newer paint & flooring on main, oak kitchen cabinets. Fenced backyard with garden area and great views from both decks.

#2309

$319,000

#2111

$279,000

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AMAZING HOME

HALF DUPLEX

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BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED

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just 3 yrs old

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NICE YARD

Quality built home with 3 bedrms up, country kitchen, full bsmt with family room & work area. Beautifully landscaped 0.44 ac lot with gazebo, attached garage & 32x28 detached shop & shed.

Home has 2 full floors plus bsmt, 2 car garage and legal 2 bedrm daylight rental suite on main with rear entrance. Bright kitchen with island, living rm with gas F/P. Nice covered deck in back.

Quality built, open & bright home on 3 levels with 5 bedrms + den, 3.5 baths, on demand HW heat, den/office with coffered ceiling & large windows, chef style kitchen with granite counters, large island & much more.

Recently renovated 3 bedrm, 2 storey half duplex. New flooring, paint, interior doors, moldings, and bathrooms renovated. Also has a walkout level entry inlaw suite that is great for extra family member. Covered deck on top level with views.

Clean & bright 3 bedrm rancher with full bsmt, vaulted ceilings, large open kitchen with new countertops, family rm with gas F/P, 2 car garage, RV parking with sani-dump and a private backyard.

In excellent location across from park. Refinished virtually everything inside & out. New windows, doors, furnace, HW tank, U/F sprinkling, woodstove, deck, garage, kitchen cabinets & more.

Spacious 4 bedrm + den, 3 bath home with newer S/S appliances in gourmet kitchen, dining & living rooms adjoin a walk-out balcony. The walkout bsmt has wet bar & games room. Lot of parking.

3 yr old home with 4 bedrms up, grand master suite with 4 pce ensuite & W/I closet. Open design kitchen to family rm & formal dining & living rm. Beautiful kitchen cabinetry & granite countertops

Impressive home with breathtaking views from the huge wrap around deck. Features beautiful oak doors, 4 bedrms, 3 baths, full finished basement, large family & games rooms. Bathrooms has been refurbished with vintage tub & high end faucets.

Affordable and spacious 2 bedroom home with bright & restful décor. Living room with fireplace, large open addition attached to entrance. Well kept yard with large deck.

$514,900

#2214

$299,900

#2164

$535,000

THREE LEVEL SPLIT

EXECUTIVE HOME

SUN VALLEY COURT

nice location

Executive 3 level split family home with stunning view of the valley. Has a grand living rm and dining rm with large vaulted ceilings, open kitchen concept with sunken family rm. 3 bedrms up, large master suite. Upgrades include new bathrm, windows & more.

Executive 6 bedrm family home in excellent location with panoramic views. Great curb appeal and grandiose floor plan. Features Jacobi HW flooring, slate tile, 2 gas F/P’s, extra large kitchen, large master bedrm with 5 pce ensuite, and an inlaw suite

Nice 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath townhouse with very unique floor plan. Main fl oor has lots of natural sunlight & large bay window & gas F/P in living rm. Kitchen has newer appliances, tile backsplash & fl ooring. Has been prof. painted up & down. Move in ready.

3 bedroom home, perfect for first time buyers. Two bedrooms up, 1 down. Has single detached garage, fenced backyard and several fruit trees. Lots of parking for your toys.

TRIPLE GARAGE

UNFINISHED HOME

$325,000

$224,900

Remarkable 2 bedroom home with mature landscaping and private backyard with patio. Home features newer kitchen & bathroom, furnace upgrade, 2 skylights for natural light, and 2 outbuildings.

IN LOWER NICOLA

#2233

#2121

#2291

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u red Immaculate 3 bedrm home on 0.27 acre lot, nicely landscaped in Lower Nicola. Has has open concept kitchen with eating bar, skylight & lots of cupboards. Living room with gas F/P. Fenced backyard.

ON QUIET STREET

#2244

BACKYARD OASIS

$499,900

#2160

$199,000

#2265

$249,000

IMMACULATE RANCHER

#2261

$199,000

#2226

$339,900

#2304

$224,900

#2235

$479,000

#2271

$264,900

#2209

$474,900

#2248

$142,000

curb appeal

DESIRABLE AREA

LOCATION, LOCATION

EXECUTIVE BENCH HOME

BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED

BROOKMERE

GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD

Beautifully finished both inside and out. This home has 3 bedrms up, 2 down, updated interior/experior paint, landscaping, new windows, new bathrm & some flooring, Fenced yard, large covered deck.

Immaculate 4 bedrm home with fantastic views., 3 pce ensuite with soaker tub & sitting rm. Living rm with gas F/P. Main level has family rm, office, laundry. Double garage. Near college.

Beautifl 4 bedrm home on 0.42 acre lit. Has open concept plan, master on the main, maple HW flooring, large kitchen, 5 pce ensuite, bonus room over garage, central A/C, U/G sprinklers and much more.

Quality executive 3 BR family home with HW & cork flooring with spacious rooms, vaulted ceilings & Mill Creek cabinets with granite top on kitchen island. U/G sprinklers, 2 sundecks, private yard.

Large family home with 4 bedrms, open design, bright kitchen, central A/C. Huge, fenced backyard with sundeck and large garden area, plus double garage and deactivated 2 bedrm suite in bsmt.

A beautiful oasis in rural setting, per fect if you enjoy the outdoors year round. Lovely 2 bedroom home with attached double garage with guest room & 3 pce bath. Nicely landscaped, RV parking.

Very nice floor plan in this 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with newer kitchen and flooring in past 5 yrs. Has 2 bedrm inlaw living quarters in walkout bsmt. Spectacular views of the city.

FANTASTIC VIEWS

NEWER RANCHER

d l o s #2281

$269,000

#2126

$329,000

#2259

$449,900

#2141

$385,000

#2050

$329,900

#2292

$339,000

#2275

$339,000

LOWER NICOLA

BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED

IMMACULATE MOBILE

IN LOWER NICOLA

OPPORTUNITY

3 bedroom rancher with 1800 sq.ft., open design kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown mouldings, 9 ft ceilings, and a bonus room above the garage. Fenced backyard with shed.

2 bedrm home on its own 0.23 acre lot. Home is very neat with new siding, shingled roof, skirting with insulation & 14x28 garage. Has an enclosed deck & porch. Yard is fully fenced with workshop, RV parking & garden area.

This home is a 3 level split with 3 bedrms up + 1 down. Recent updates include new metal roof, some windows/door, exterior painting & tile in kitchen, stainless steel appliances in large kitchen.

Fantastic 2 bedroom mobile with addition and covered porch in immaculate condition. Has vaulted ceilings , skylight, great floor plan, furnace has a new motor & well maintained.

Bright 3 bedroom rancher, nicely finished with 24x26 detached garage/shop. Private fenced yard with large sundeck. Room for RV’s. Blacktop driveway. This home is neat as a pin.

2 bedroom house close to the downtown area. Has 1 car garage and 2 workshops. The house needs some TLC. Great for a handyman. As is where is. Schedule A applies.

#2286

#2269

#2300

HALF DUPLEX

OPEN CONCEPT DESIGN

MOVE IN READY

IMMACULATE RANCHER

FIRST TIME BUYERS

NICELY LANDSCAPED

This well cared for 2 bedrm home in Lower Nicola MHP has large windows in living room with great views, an oversized bathrm with jetted tub, comes with all appliances, A/C & BI vac.

4 bedrm, 2 bath home on the Bench, meticulously maintained with many upgrades such as windows, doors, furnace, HW tank in 2011 and central A/C. Private backyard, lots of extra parking.

Nice 2 bedroom rancher close to downtown and seniors center with newer furnace and HW tank. Concrete foundation, and fenced private yard with shop. Quick Possession.

Enjoy this well cared for 3 bedrm home & nicely landscaped yard. The woodstove warms the open concept kitchen & living room accented by laminate floors. Relax on either deck.

#2212

#2266

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u red This 4 bedrm home has a recently remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters & new appliances. Bathrms have been redone. Enjoy the solarium that overlooks the backyard garden, pool & pond.

#2250

$264,900

Quality built view home offers approx. 4000 sq.ft. on 3 levels. Large chef’s kitchen with all appliances, family rm open to large balcony, 4 bedrms, 3 baths. Fully finished basement.

#2187

large family home

$537,000

INVESTORS

A diamond in the rough. Unfinished house on 2 city lots, close to the river, with private yard. This house is in the rough framing stage and is a renovation and will need a new building permit to complete.

Spacious home with 2 bedrooms and a den or 3rd bedrm, generous living & dining room plus office. Both bedrms have ensuites. Large covered deck, 20x16 detached shop.

Look at this newer 3 bedrooms rancher with modern open floor plan, 3 pce ensuite, vaulted ceilings in kitchen, eating area and family room. Double garage with 10 ft ceilings.

#2227

#2260

SPACIOUS MOBILE

WHY RENT

#2311

$195,000

$209,900

$299,000

#2278

GREAT STARTER

$299,000

#2186

$214,900

uc red Spacious 5 bedroom home with huge master bedrm with jet tub in ensuite, open kitchen & family room, Cherry stained cabinets in kitchen, 2 huge sundeck in private backyard plus covered sitting area.

#2183

$445,000

Large 6 bedroom home in good area, close to school. 3 bedrooms up, 3 down, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, huge sundeck, fenced backyard, skylights and double garage.

#2287

$268,000

2 bedrm mobile in one of the nicest parks. 1 bedrm on each end with an open concept kitchen eating area & living rm in the center. The addition has a large enclosed porch & family rm.

This 3 bedrm home has had some updates, laminate flooring, double glazed windows, electrical upgrade, newer roof. 2 levels, 3 bedrms, 2 baths. Strata fees include heat and HW.

Why rent when you could own this 3 bedroom home with 1.5 baths, newer windows and siding. Close to schools. Has 100 amp service and a carport in the back.

Great starter home, close to school. 3 bedrms up, large living room and kitchen/ dining room. Newer paint & HW tank. Very clean and is move in ready. Fenced backyard with covered deck.

#2203

#2215

#2236

#2185

#1967

$74,500

$89,000

$125,000

$157,000

$79,000

#2245

$259,000

d l o s #2279

$84,900

$34,900

#2283

$299,900

$148,500

$52,500

$44,900

GOOD STARTER HOME

DESIRABLE AREA

CORNER LOT

DOWNTOWN

REVENUE PROPERTY

CHARACTER HOME

INVESTORS

NICE STRATA UNIT

5 LEVEL HOME

OPPORTUNITY

ATTENTION INVESTORS

Very clean home with 3 bedrooms up 2 baths, new file and newer flooring in living room, newer countertops in kitchen. Has covered carport in back with lane access. Upgraded to 100 amp.

Great starter home for young families or retirees. 3 bedrms, flat private yard with garden, 2 car garage & RV parking. Includes appliances & gas F/P. A quality built home in a desirable neighbourhood.

5 bedrm home within walking distance to downtown & amenities. 2 storey home with single garage. 3 bedrms up, 2 down, large family room with a small kitchenette.

2 bedroom bungalow with big living room, back lane access, within walking distance to downtown shopping and all amenities. Per fect for the handyman. As is where is.

Good revenue duplex with approx. 1600 sq.ft. per side in good area. Has 10 appliances, Newer flooring & paint on the main, newer furnace, 100 amp upgrade, separate backyards.

Cozy 2 bedroom home with 9 ft ceilings in the living room & bedrooms, updated flooring, cabinets and bathrm. Fenced yard with lane access, RV parking and a 16x24 shop.

#2289

#2170

Perfect home for a large family. Possible 5 bedrm house in great area with with big yard, nice back deck & gazebo and double garage with 10 ft high doors. Lots of extra park with 1.5 lots.

Side by side duplex. Each side has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen & living room plus a fenced backyard. Each side has 432 sq.ft.. Some renovations has been dones. 3 other duplexes also available.

#2211

Why rent when you can own? 2 bedroom strata unit with balcony and storage. Large living and dining room. Great for retirees or first time buyers. Strata fees are $212.70 per month.

Great corner lot on a quiet street with plenty of room to built a shop. This 2 bedroom home is awaiting your ideas. Home is in need of some TLC but is price accordingly.

#2213

Great opportunity of 6 strata title townhomes, all within walking distance to downtown & close to all amenities. Being sold below assessed value at $89,828 per unit. All are currently rented.

#2098

#1982

#2110

$119,900 INVESTORS

#2157

$199,900

$199,000

$75,000

$319,900

$166,000

#2199

$628,800

#2192

$59,000

#2258

$389,900

$99,900

$169,900

IN LOWER NICOLA

NEWER APARTMENT

adult oriented strata

LOCATION, LOCATION

EXTRA LARGE LOT

INVESTMENT

GREAT STARTER HOME

INVESTORS

DOWNTOWN

DETACHED SHOP

Beautifully renovated inside & out. Spacious 4 bedrm home on 0.25 acres with a fully manicured lawn & U/G sprinklers. Features new bathrm, new flooring, paint new windows, siding, furnace & more.

Urban living in one of the finest strata developments. Nice one bedrm apartment with granite counters, shake style kitchen cabinets & incl. appliances. Clean and ready to move into

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.

Clean, spacious house with large rooms, heritage style home with newer floors & kitchen cabinets, newer vinyl windows, walk-in soaker tub with shower in main bath, 3 bedrms up 2 down. Detached garage.

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.

4 separately titled side by side duplexes, a total of 8 units rentable. Some long term tenants. Each unit has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, living room & kitchen. New shingles on roof, 100 amp service.

In a great neighbourhood, close to shopping & schools. There is a fenced yard and single car garage. Basement has a second living quarters for your inlaws.

Perfect for investors, young people, retired couple. Nice 1 bedroom apartment in a well managed building, on bus route and close to corner store. Building has elevator and easy access.

2 bedroom house in the downtown area, close to shopping & schools. This house needs TLC with a fenced lot. As is where is. Schedule A applies. Has potential.

Great rural setting on 0.35 acres with creek. Enjoy the country style home with 2 bedrms up, 1 down, bsmt renovated with new carpets, paint & HW tank. Open concept kitchen, galley kitchen, large living room.

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Great opportunity to own a one bedroom apartment as investment or for first time buyer. Great affordably price strata unit. $3,000 bonus paid to Buyer upon completion! Don’t miss this one!

#2089

$65,000

#2264

$189,900

#2312

$139,900

#2151

$224,900

#2290

$249,900

#2167

$135,000

#2163

$649,000

#2276

$159,900

#2197

$59,900

#2303

$44,100

#2234

$229,900

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Located just 10 mins. from town on 1.17 acres with outdoor recreation out the front door. Home features 4 bedrms, 4.5 baths, 3500 sq.ft. with an inlaw suite downstairs. Large 2 car garage.

#2302

2.11 VIEW ACRES

ON 1 ACRE

COUNTRY DREAM HOME

$445,000

Great family home on 1 acre just minutes from town. Home boasts 3 bedrms up, 1 down, updated kitchen, parquet flooring, rec.rm with bar. Has detached 2 car garage, 1 car garage & storage bldg.

$345,000 #2288

#2306

1 ACRE WITH CREEK

Beautifully renovated 4 bedrm home with open concept & vaulted ceilings, oak kitchen cabinets & an airtight woodstove. Great gazebo to relax & enjoy the views. Room for horses. Some outbldgs.

9.88 acres

$414,400

26 ACRES

OPPORTUNITY

Spectacular horse property of 26 acres just 15 mins. From Merritt. All natural grassland with 2 ponds and a seasonal creek. Great place to start a hobby farm or use as rec. property.

Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. commercial building in downtown core. New roof in 2013 renovated interior including new paint throughout. Parking in back with lane access. Great for investor or entrepreneur.

#2252

#2305

LAKEFRONT HOME

Custom home on Nicola Lake built with reclaimed timbers & HW flooring throughout, open concept, gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, great room with F/P, and a detached triple garage.

#2249

$1,050,000

$310,000

RIVERFRONT LOT

OPPORTUNITY Good commercial building in downtown core. Approx. 5000 sq.ft. of commercial space on the main with 1100 sq.ft. up with a 3 bedrm suite, currently rented. Zoned C-2. Run your business and live upstairs.

#2166

$109,900

#2263

$434,900

Bring your horses! Set up with 3 horse shelters, 2 round pens, 2 hay barns & tack shed. The 4 bedrm home has a new country kitchen, open design, vaulted ceilings, HW floors, gas F/P.

#2189

$459,000

HORSE PROPERTY

GREAT HORSE PROPERTY

Compact rancher in a natural valley setting just west of Merritt. Approx. 120 acres of level hay land bordering Spius Creek and Nicola River with abundant water for irrigation. Home is sold “as is”.

#2268

$849,000

10 acres in kane valley

This amazing premium building acreage of 2.75 acres is waterfront with fantastic views. Located in subdivision of quality homes with underground services. Perfect place to build your lakeside cottage.

#2277

$274,900

#2137

1 acre lot

3 INDUSTRIAL LOTS Nice flat light industrial bare land lots. Water and sewer are close to the lot lines. Great business opportunity. Each lot is 95 x 198 and zoned M1. In area growing industrial business.

$99,800

#2237

WATERFRONT LOTS

12.16 acre treed lot waiting for you to develop it. Many building sites, some with views, has a shallow well.

3 parcels of Recreation Commercial waterfront zoned C4 for multi-family resort, Pub, restaurant, marina & more. Great opportunity to start your own resort & marina.

#2048

#2175

d l o s

$219,000

LARGE CITY LOT

waterfront home

#2272

$99,000

Just 20 mins. south of Merritt close to cross-country ski trails, fishing, hunting & snowmobiling and backs onto crown land. Beautiful log home with large wrap around covered deck. Includes a guest cabin, new barn with loft & chicken pen.

LARGE SHOP

4.64 acres

private 30 acres

#2251

$525,000

$489,000 #2156

#1992

$549,000

commercial building

#2019 20 ACRES

One of the site is entering into a 2 yr lease. Other lot will be zoned with Sale Agreement.

$998,000

#2301

ON WALLOPER LAKE

#2154

$120,000

DEVELOPMENT LAND

#2144

$345,900

133 AC + LAKE

#1916

$495,000

BRING YOUR HORSES

Only 15 mins. from Merritt toward Aspen Grove. Property has 1500 sq.ft. 2 bedrm modular home with huge ensuite & big deck. Includes 2 shops, corrals with heating automatic watering for livestock.

#2231

30 acre fenced horse property with beautiful pastures & fantastic views . Very private setting with 3 bedrm house (2 on main, huge master bedrm in loft). Cozy airight woodstove in living rm. Rustic style home to live year round or use a rec. retreat. 25 mins. south of Merritt.

$399,900 #2184

fantastic 157 acres

Incredible year round off the grid home or use as rec. property, almost surrounds Allie Lake. Includes 2 main cabinet plus 3 additional guest cabins. Great for horseback riding, snowmobiling, fish & more.

#1663

Country living on 4.64 acres with beautiful 4 bedroom log home. Spacious loft master suite, newer kitchen & appliances, new electric furnace & heat pump, pellet stove. A perfect hobby farm.

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sol

Custom home on 51.99 acres with panoramic views. This private home has open design with custom cut timbers frame beams, HW flooring, 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths & wrap around deck.

$824,000 #1837

APPROX. 264 ACRES

$549,000

$749,900

Great lakefront cabin of 450 sq.ft., recreational retreat on Walloper lake. Crown lease. Easy access off Coquihalla Hwy. Call for more details.

#2225

$129,000

WATERFRONT LOT

sol #2146

#2173

LAKEVIEW LOT

Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. building with office space with one long term tenant. Great for professional offices, retail, lawyers, doctors, government agency, etc. Has approval for residential units upstairs.

#2171

$850,000

incredible investment

$1,700,000

WATERFRONT ACREAGE

#2155

$269,900

APPROX. 103 ACRES

294 acres of development land with 2 titles and incredible views. Property has an allowed legal density of 62 units maximum. Located above Nicola Lakeshore Estates at Nicola Lake.

Great 6 acre property to build your home or use as recreational. Mostly flat with many buildings sites, has shallow well, septic approval, hydro to property & driveway is in. Close to crown land.

Just over 1 acre on Nicola Lake. Great place to invest for a family getaway or retire and enjoy the great weather. Gentle slope & easy access allows for a wide variety of home plans. Includes roll-a-dock.

$2,000,000 investors

Build your home in the country. Has a drilled well of 15 GPM, power at lot line, septic approval, and driveway are in. Nice view, crown land nearby. Just 20 mins. from Merritt.

Fantastic views of Mamit Lake and valley & just 17 mins. from Merritt on 4.69 acres. Tidy 4 bedrm home with newer kitchen & flooring, huge living rm. 30x40 detached shop, 200 amps.

$595,000

Two 10 acre lots has just come into the city.

Magnificent 5 bedrm home on Nicola Lake with unique open designed family area with large bedrms & family rooms with an extra summer kitchen. 3 floors, 2 large covered decks. Has detached triple garage & an underground boat house bunker.

#2207

Each $900,000

Great location on a corner lot on main street coming into Merritt. This 7300 sq.ft. building is zoned C-4 with a site specific zoning for prof. offices, doctors, lawyers etc. Lots of parking.

2 acres Great horse property with riding arena on 9.91 acres & backs onto crown land. 4 bedrm home with huge country kitchen, large wrap around covered deck. Has double garage and detached shop

Each $59,900

12.16 ACRES

Residential building lot of 0.62 acres, zoned R2. Lots has potential to be made into 4 city lots or Buyer may apply for possible zoning change to higher density multi-family residential.

9.88 acres with riding ring & only 5 mins. From Mamit Lake. This 5 bedrm level entry rancher with walkout bsmt has had some updates. Open concept with vaulted ceilings, 3 baths, large kitchen & big sundeck.

$325,000

Enjoy the great outdoors on this 1 acre lot on Iron Mountain, close to fishing, hunting, cross country skiing & all outdoor activities. Only 10 mins. from Merritt. Perfect for a hobby farm.

#2294 4 bedrm rancher in approx. 1 acre in parklike setting with creek & pond. Home has HW floors, open country kitchen, huge family rm with woodstove & living rm with pellet stove. Detached garage.

$179,000

Fronts Nicola River in City limits, 0.91 acres, completely flat land this space offers unlimited possibilities to build the home you’ve always dreamed of. City services in vicinity.

AT STUMP LAKE

APPROX. 120 ACRES

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$170,000

Fantastic investment with 6 revenue streams – 3 residential suites and 3 commercial units at ground level. Highway frontage for excellent exposure for commercial & centrally located. Call for details.

#2114

$399,000

19.77 ACRES

INDUSTRIAL BUILDING

Private 19.77 acres with spectacular view of the valley & mountains. Located off Petit Creek Rd at end of quiet cul de sac. Property is treed with creek running through it.

Immaculate 8000 sq.ft. precast tilt-up building on corner lot with excellent exposure. Easy access to truck route. Adjoining warehouse has bay door, loading deck office & mezzanine space.

#2092

#1913

$146,000

$890,000

spius creek estates

From 9.8 to 17 Acres 9.9 acres with 3400 sq.ft. custom home on 2 levels with fantastic views. 2 bedrms up, 2 down, HW floors, ceramic tile, 3 baths, large kitchen, living rm with F/P. Has 2 corrals, hay shed & horse shelter.

#2180

$549,900

approx. 22 acres

Gorgeous acreage with approx. 1 mile of Guichon Creek flowing throught the property. A great variet of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR. Old farm house used for seasonal cabin + shop.

#2246

Great acreage overlooking the Nicola River with numerous outbuildings, hay storage & tack shed. Double wide home has 4 bedrms, 2 baths and a partially fi nished basement with cold storage. Big sundeck to enjoy the views.

Build your summer cottage on this 1 acre lot with beautiful views of Nicola Lake. Great lake for fishing, water skiing, wind surfing. Kick back, unwind & enjoy your new investment.

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ON NICOLA LAKE

$1,250,000 #2194

COUNTRY GETAWAY

$489,000

#2188

$189,900

Prices starting at $199,000

Nicely renovated 4 bedrm home with newer fl ooring, bathrooms and paint. Great horse property with 44x36 barn and a 100x44 metal Quonset shop. Gently sloped useable land. Great views & close to town

This spacious 3 bedrm, 2 bath home has open design with huge 48 ft deck to enjoy the sunsets & good times. 24x24 detached shop/garage. Land is fenced & would be great for horses.

#2195

#1961

$649,000

Unique property, entirely fenced with 2 small homes (live in or rent out) while you build your dream home. Has large water feature on site, U/G sprinklers & mountain views. Was former putting course.

$379,900 #2190

$399,000

Fantastic 1.562 acre lot, great for one or two dwellings. Water & sewer are not connected. Now is the change to build your dream home – most lots are sold, don’t miss out.

#2174

$299,000

Country living at its best! These 9 properties are located approx. 15 mins. from Merritt in the beautiful Sunshine Valley. A Phase 1 has been completed and a water report is available. 4 lots are waterfront, all have stunning views of the valley. Area offers swimming, biking, canoeing, horseback riding,motorcycling & more.

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CENTS’ EXHIBITION GAME SCHEDULE

CENTS’ TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE Friday, August 29 3:30 - 4:00 4:45 - 6:00 6:45 - 8:00

Sunday, August 31

Player Orientation @ Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Team Red Practice Team White Practice

7:00

Monday, September 1

Saturday, August 30 10:15 - 11:15 11:45 - 12:45 7:00 - 9:15

6:00

Team Red Practice Team White Practice Team Red vs Team White Intra-Squad Game

7:00

Player Meetings & Releases Bus to West Kelowna Exhibition Game vs West Kelowna Warriors

Merritt vs Trail Smoke Eaters @ Osoyoos Arena, Osoyoos

Saturday, September 6 7:30

Monday, September 1 10:00 - 11:30 7:00 - 9:15

Merritt vs West Kelowna Warriors @ Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Friday, September 5

Sunday, August 31 10:00 - 11:00 4:00 - 5:00 7:00 - 9:15

Merritt vs West Kelowna Warriors @ Royal LePage Place, West Kelowna

Merritt vs Trail Smoke Eaters @ Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Saturday, September 13

Player Meetings & Releases Exhibition Game vs West Kelowna Warriors

Newly-appointed captain Sam Johnson (above) will be expected to lead the way for the Merritt Centennials when the team begins its 2014-15 BCHL campaign this weekend. Fans can also look forward to the new centre-ice clock at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. Ian Webster/Herald

7:30

Merritt vs Penticton Vees @ South Okanagan E.C., Penticton

Centennials’ returnees and recruits a promising group By Ian Webster THE HERALD

sports@merrittherald.com

Another exciting season of Merritt Centennials hockey begins on Friday of this week with the start of training camp at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. “We have very high expectations for both our returning players and the new incoming players,” Cents head coach and GM Luke Pierce said. “They’re a very talented group.” An estimated 40 skaters will be on hand for the Cents’ main camp, which will run until Sept. 7 and include four exhibition games — two against the West Kelowna Warriors and two versus the Trail Smoke Eaters. The players in attendance at this year’s camp will be vying for one of 22 coveted positions on the Centennials’ roster for the start of the 2014-15 BCHL season. As has been the case

Jake Clifford

Diego Cuglietta

the last two seasons, the Centennials have 11 returning players from the team that finished fourth in the BCHL’s highly-competitive Interior Division in 201314 with a 31-22-4-1 record, good for 67 points. The returning group of Centennials includes defencemen Jake Clifford (94), Shane Poulsen (94) and Malik Kaila (96), along with forwards Sam Johnson (94), Devin Oakes (95), Diego Cuglietta (95), Daniel Nachbaur (95), James Neil (95), Adam Tracey (95), Rhett Willcox (96) and Gavin Gould (96). Gone from last year’s team are graduated 20-yearolds Scotty Patterson and Jason Bird (both to Lake Superior State University), Sebastien Pare (Mount Royal University) and Payton Schaefer and Tyler Martin (both retired). Also departed from last season’s club are scholarship athletes Dane Birks

Gavin Gould

‘‘

‘We have very high expectations for both our returning players and our new incoming players. They’re a very talented group.’ — MERRITT CENTENNIALS HEAD COACH AND GM LUKE PIERCE

and Devin Kero (Michigan State University), Jeff Wight (University of Connecticut), Wayland Williams (Amarillo Bulls of the NAHL), Zach Hartley (retired) and Jarrod

Sam Johnson

Schammerhorn (traded to the Vernon Vipers). The Centennials made one major deal in the offseason, acquiring veteran goaltender Jonah Imoo from

FAMILIAR FACES

Returning Merritt Centennials Players from the 2013-2014 season Photos courtesy of Julie Van Koll

Malik Kaila

Daniel Nachbaur

James Neil

the Powell River Kings for future considerations. A native of Surrey, the 20-year-old Imoo has three years of playing experience in the BCHL, has competed in two Fred Page Cup league finals and played for Team Canada West at the 2012 World Junior A Challenge. “Having a proven goaltender in Jonah is very important,” Pierce said. “Last year, [rookie] Devin Kero turned out to be phenomenal, but you can’t always count on that.” Backing up Imoo in all liklihood will be 19-yearold Anthony Pupplo from Shirley, New York. Pupplo played last season for the P.A.L. Jr. Islanders on Long Island. “I really like the goalie tandem we have,” said Pierce. “Hopefully, they can both stay healthy and push each other.” With just three returning defencemen, the Cents’ blueline will see several new

Devin Oakes

Shane Poulsen

faces this coming season. “Our greatest focus development-wise will probably be on defence,” Pierce said. “In the past, that has been one of our strength areas. Obviously having Shane Poulsen back is huge. He and Jake Clifford are going to take on a lot of leadership on the backend.” Notable blueline recruits at camp will be 19-year-old Josh Teves, who joined the Centennials for the playoffs last season after a very successful year (10 goals, 14 assists, 24 points) with the Fernie Ghostriders of the KIJHL, and 18-year-old Tyrrell Buckley (8-23-31) from Penticton, a graduate of the Okanagan Hockey Academy’s elite U18 Varsity program. Up front, the Cents have definitely recruited some firepower, including 18-yearold winger Michael Ederer from Lancaster, New York.

See ‘Cents’ Page 20

Adam Tracey

Rhett Willcox

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Roger Sloan qualifies for 2014-15 PGA Tour By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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Merritt golfer Roger Sloan will be competing next season on the PGA Tour, the world’s most prestigious golf circuit. Its membership includes the likes of Irish star Rory McIlroy, current FedEx Cup points leader Hunter Mahan, this year’s Canadian Open winner Jim Furyk and (when he is healthy) Tiger Woods. Sloan, 27, earned his way onto the 2014-15 PGA Tour by placing amongst the top 25 finishers on this season’s Web.com Tour — the developmental golf series that acts as a feeder program to the major circuit. Sloan ended the Web.com Tour’s regular season in 24th place with total earnings of $159,018. In 19 Web. com Tour starts, Sloan made the cut on 12 occasions, had four top-25 finishes, and was the winner of the $650,000 Nova Scotia Open in early July at the Ashburn Golf Club in Halifax. The last month has not been easy for Sloan, as he saw his rankings slide each week since a

season-high 12th-place immediately following his win in Nova Scotia. “I’ve known for the last several weeks that I was in contention for a top-25 finish, and I was fairly confident that things would work themselves out. At the same time, there was always those little seeds of doubt lingering,” Sloan said in a telephone interview early this week. “Relief is the best word to describe how I felt this past Sunday afternoon as the regular season wrapped up,” Sloan added. “I don’t think that I did the best job of handling the situation leading up to Sunday — thinking about it all the time, and perhaps playing a little too conservatively. It definitely was a real learning experience.” Joining Sloan in the Web.com Tour’s top-25, and also earning his PGA Tour card is fellow Canadian and good friend Adam Hadwin. The 26-year-old native of Moose Jaw, Sask. finished fourth overall in the standings with earnings of $293,667. Both Sloan and Hadwin will have a

chance to improve their standings in the Web.com Tour’s top-25 as the series begins its four-event finals this weekend with the $1,000,000 Hotel Fitness Challenge in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The playoffs wrap up Sept. 18 to 21 with the Web.com Tour Championships in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. “My goal coming into this year was to make the top-75 on the Web.com Tour, qualify for the playoffs and secure my playing status for next year. Obviously I’m delighted to have accomplished that and so much more,” Sloan said. While Sloan always believed that he had the ability to win on the Web. com Tour, it was never a specific goal going into any one tournament. “My objective always remains the same — to consistently improve, to go through the process of becoming better, and to commit myself to each and every shot.” Sloan’s PGA Tour card for next season will have ‘limited’ status. It will allow him to enter the majority of the Tour stops but not some of the exclusive invitationals and not the majors like the

British and U.S. Opens and the Masters. “Full exempt status is pretty well reserved for the top 125 players in the world,” Sloan said. “Actually there are about 18 different categories of player. Each category has a letter of the alphabet assigned to it with A at the top. I’m currently in category H which gives you some idea of where I stand right now.” This year was Sloan’s second full season on the Web.com Tour. In 2013, he played 18 events, made the cut five times and picked up total earnings of $54,613. Prior to joining the Web.com Tour, Sloan played two seasons on the Canadian PGA Tour. It was highlighted by a victory in 2011 at The Western Open in Kamloops, B.C.

New PGA Tour card holder Roger Sloan of Merritt celebrates on Sunday at the conclusion of the WinCo Foods Portland Open in North Plains, Oregon. Photo submitted

Cents in action Sunday and Monday From Page 19 The explosive winger garnered 30 goals and 23 assists for 53 points while playing last year for the Buffalo Jr. Sabres in the Ontario Junior Hockey League. The list of forwards also includes centre Nick Fidanza (21-27-48) from Kamloops who suited up for the Chase Heat of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League in 2013-14. “We have some incoming players who have the potential to put up some big numbers,” Pierce said, “but until you get them playing within your structure and systems, you just never know how it’s all going to work out. “You’re always a bit apprehensive about how it all comes together. We’re so big about who plays what role, you hope

that you don’t have too much of one thing and not enough of the other.” One thing Pierce is quite certain about is how quickly he wants to pare down the numbers at training camp. “It’s a short camp,” Pierce said, “but with the reduced roster of only 40 players at the start, it’s nice. We won’t waste a lot of time with endless scrimmages to sort things out. We have a couple of practices to get everyone familiarized with each other, an intra-squad game, and then, bang, we’re into exhibition games — which is where you really find out what you have.” The Cents play backto-back games against the West Kelowna Warriors on Sunday, August 31 in West Kelowna and on Monday, September 1 at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, starting

at 7 p.m. both nights. “The big focus for us is going to be those first two exhibition games,” Pierce said. “We’ll put a lot of young guys in the line-up that we want to take a good look at in a game situation.” The following weekend, the Centennials play home-and-away games against the Trail Smoke Eaters with Saturday’s game in Merritt at 7:30 p.m. “Our goal is cut down to 28 to 30 players after the first two exhibition games, and then be down to our final roster number (22) following the two games with Trail,” Pierce said. “Following that, we’ll have a full week to work with the group prior to a final tune-up against Penticton (on September 13). Then we’ll head off to the BCHL Showcase in Chilliwack.”

AIRBOURNE NUMBER ONE The Airbourne mixed slo-pitch team (above) proved to be a less-than-hospitable host on the weekend as it won its own 10-team tournament at the Central Park ballfields. Airbourne defeated K-OS from Penticton 17-14 in the final on Sunday, while the Rez Doggs from Keremeos took third place with a 16-4 triumph over Merritt’s own S.W.A.T. team. Members of the Airbourne team are (back row, left to right) Nathan Russell (with baby Everley), Dennis Prowal, Mike Hendricks, Sonny Billy, Aaron Forman, (middle row) Richelle Forman, Angela Russell, Kayla Boston, Chelsea Spahan, Candice Bateson, (front row) Jeremy Long and Dylan Lowey. Photo submitted (Below) Shortstop Tanner Dan of Team Evolution makes a diving lunge for the ball during Sunday morning action against S.W.A.T. Ian Webster/Herald

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COMMUNITY GARDENS

F ire relief fundraisers for Earth Walker Spiritual Shop. You can either donate money to the bank account set up at CIBC or drop off your bottle donations to the bottle depot.

Living with the Loss Support Group Wednesdays starting Sept. 3, 2014 7:00pm -8:45pm #12-2025 Granite Ave, Merritt

Check out the Community Garden and experience a relaxing outdoor yoga adventure among the plants. Ever y Thursday 5:15 - 5:45 pm. A new instructor ever y week. The gardens are located behind the hospital.

NICOLA VALLEY FARMERS MARKET

Nicola Valley Farmers Market 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ever y Saturday rain or shine, in the parking lot beside the Baillie House. Come down and enjoy fresh home grown veggies, flowers, baking, arts and crafts made and grown here in our Nicola Valley. A great place to socialize and enjoy the day. Vendors call Market Manager: Lang Mackenzie 250-939-8605 or Sue 250-378-2031

SPENCES BRIDGE FARMER MARKET Spences Bridge Farmers and Flea Market - Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Spences Bridge Community Hall on Hwy #8, May to October.

MERRITT DANCE SOCIETY Ongoing pre-registration. For more information contact Selena at 250-3787266

MERRITT MINOR HOCKEY Register for the 2014/15 season at merrittminorhockey.com. Call 250-378-6827 for more information

volunteers needed The Navy League is in need of officerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and volunteers to help out with our growing Cadet Corps. Our children are age 9 to 13 and we meet ever y Wednesday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you have past experience or are interested in becoming a part of our Corps please contact us. Ellen 250-280-6944, Debra 250-280-4086 or email at nlccventure@gmail.com

Knitwits Love to knit or crochet? Or are you a novice interested in learning more about knitting or crocheting in a friendly and welcoming setting? Come on down to Brambles Baker y Thursday evenings. Bring your yarn and needles and join in the fun.

COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY The Valley Visual Arts (VVA) will be holding a weekly creative art session, in the artists room at the Art Galler y, ever y Thursday between 4

p.m. and 8 p.m. Ever yone welcome to stop in and see their work.

- shut-in lucheon) Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m. All seniors welcome.

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TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

Mar vellous Mutts & Rehoming Merritt Branch, are always looking for foster families. If you would like to help by fostering a fur-kid, until they find a furever home, please contact Margie at newbark_rescue@ hotmail.com.

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1899 Quilchena Ave. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sundays - for children ages 4 to 8 years. Children learn of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love through stories, music, crafts and fun. More information: Gail 250378-9706

SENIOR-IN-TRAINING

We are starting a new club in town for flying model aircraft. We fly at various locations around town. New members welcome. For more info, call Jack 250378-4371.

Merritt senior centre Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: Crib & Whist 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bingo 1 p.m., Duplicate Bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m., Court Whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Floor Curling 1 p.m. (third week

Positions now available for Senior-In-Training . Applicants must be 40 years or older. Qualifications include a willingness to have fun and enjoy the company of others. Contact Seniors Association at 250-3783763 for more information.

Royal canadian legion Tuesday - Darts: 7:00 p.m. Friday - Frosty Friday 5:00 p.m. Saturdays - Meat draw: 2:30 p.m.

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378-3513 Merritt Curling Club For League Information 250-378-4423 Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Centre 250-378-5550 Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m. 2050 Merritt Ave. 250-378-2095 Merritt Moms Prenatal Post Natal Support group. Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252 Merritt Mountain Biking Assoc. Wednesdays 6 p.m. - ride E: merrittbiking@yahoo.ca T: #merrittbiking Navy League Cadets of Canada Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall - Ages 9-13 welcome 250-280-6944 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday 7 p.m. Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merrittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 Nicola Naturalist Society Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.ca N.V. 4-H Club Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-5028 Nicola Valley Better Breathers Third Wednesdays 1 p.m. Trinity United - 250-378-6266

N.V. Community Band Tuesdays 7 p.m - MSS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 NVCAC Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at The Art Gallery. 250-378-6515 www.nvartscouncil.com N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday 7 p.m. Garden Sushi Scott: 250-378-3502 N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday 7 p.m. 2145 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday 7 p.m. 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-4172 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday 7 p.m. at the airport 250-378-6769 N.V. Thrift Store First Tuesday NVGH basement 250-378-9100 N.V. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. For locations, 250-378-2536 Pathfinders Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Patricia Rebekah Lodge Second & Fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. Lawn Bowling Club Rocky Mnt. Rangers Cadets Tuesdays 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250572-3775

Royal Canadian Legion #96 Executive Mtg. Second Thursday 6 p.m. - Regular Mtg. Fourth Thursday 7 p.m. 1940 Quilchena - 250-378-5631 Royal Purple First & Third Mondays 1:00 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-6788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Sagebrush Spinners and Weavers Guild Tamarack Gardens every other Thursday at 11:00 AM Bev at 250-378-2787. Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-6779 Soup Bowl Tuesdays 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Anglican Church Hall Sparks Mondays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410 Teen Centre / Fireside Thursday & Friday 3:30-7:30 p.m. 250-378-5660 Valley Scrapbooking 250-936-8298 Valley Visual Artists General club information Fran McMurchy 250-378-4230 Vintage Car Club - Merritt Second Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall Al 378-7402 Jack 378-2662 Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al - 250-378-7402 Ted - 250-378-4195

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Check out the Community Garden and experience a relaxing outdoor yoga adven-

ture among the plants. Ever y Thursday 5:15-5:45 PM. A new instructor ever y week! The gardens are located behind the hospital.

CONTAIN-IT STORAGE

Contents are insurable

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church 7PHIU 4U t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZT B N

Merritt Baptist Church

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Archery Practice Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Gun Range Contact BJ Moore for more info 250-280-0304 Brownies Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410 CMHA - Merritt Clubhouse Fireside Center - 2026 Granite Ave. Wed/Fri 9 am - 2:30 pm Shirley 250-378-5660 Central School Pac First Tuesday 7 p.m. Lunchroom - 250-378-4892 Community Choir Mondays 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899 Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Crossroads Youth Min. Tuesdays 7 - 9 p.m. Crossroads Community Church 250-378-2911 Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530 Drop-In Volleyball Mondays 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-3786212. Girl Guides Wednesdays 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Curling League Wednesdays 6 & 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917 Living With Loss Support Group No meeting in June, July, & August. Support still available. Call Marilyn at 250-

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help us reach our goal Would you like to see a movie theatre in Merritt, then the Merritt Community Cinema Soceity can use your help!

Phase 2 has started. Goal to reach $144,000 for design & architect fees

For more information call Rich Hodson 250-378-6794

If you would like to help donate to this wonderful cause please make cheque payable to Merritt Community Cinema Society and mail it to: 1952 Eastwood Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1K3

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Shackan Band - Job Posting

First Nations Lands Coordinator Shackan Band requires a new Lands Coordinator, responsible for the effective management of Shackan Band lands, conducting scientiÀc environmental research, evaluating and creating land-use plans/developments and related consultations, as well as programs and services within Shackan Band lands and traditional territory. This position works closely with the public and fosters strategic relationships with co-management groups, other First Nation groups, Territorial and National governments. Shackan Band offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. QualiÀed applicants should submit cover letter and resume to: Fax 250-378-5219, email: Heather.fader@shackan.ca or mail to: PO Box 1360, 2099 Granite Avenue, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8

HELP WANTED MEDICAL CLINIC requires an energetic, motivated individual to Åll a permanent full time position.

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Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume directly to clinic 2025 Granite Avenue, Merritt BC Journey’s Into Tomorrow Transition House

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Closing Date: August 29, 2014 at 4:30 pm

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JOB POSTING LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND POSITION: HOT LUNCH COOK Description: Reporting to the Principal, the Hot Lunch Cook is responsible to cook a hot lunch program for the students attending the School. Duties Include: r Cook Hot Lunch for approximately 75 students, twice per week r Lunch is to be served at 12 noon r Serve lunch to students r Clean up includes washing dishes and put away food afterwards r Shopping for groceries Requirements: r A Valid Driver’s license and reliable vehicle r Must pass a criminal records check r Must have their Food Safe Certificate Salary: $15.00/hour Deadline: September 5, 2014 Start Date: ASAP

Applicants are required to submit a resume with cover letter and 3 references to: Angie Sterling, Principal Lower Nicola Band School 201 Horn Road Merritt, BC V1K-1M9 Fax 250-378-6389 e-mail: asterling@lnib.net The Lower Nicola Indian Band thanks all those who apply; however, only qualiﬁed candidates will be considered for an interview.

Help Wanted

Casual Support Worker

Position Duties: Under the direction of the Program Director, the successful applicant will carry out the Vision and Mission of Journey’s Into Tomorrow Transition House and provides support to women and their children in a nonjudgemental and conÀdential atmosphere. Duties include the following: • To create an atmosphere of safety and trust by providing conÀdential and non-judgemental support • To assist clients recognize their rights and responsibilities • To provide necessary referrals and/or case planning with other organizations/agencies • Intake procedures including assessing eligibility • Handle crisis calls and to provide emotional support, information and referrals over the phone • Record keeping in compliance with the Privacy Act and Journey’s Into Tomorrow policies, as well as maintain statistical activity reports Position QualiÀcations and Requirements: • College CertiÀcate in the Social Services discipline or two years’ experience In the Social Services Sector • Crisis and Suicide Intervention/Prevention • Food safe, Level 1 First Aide • Effective and respectful interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with colleagues • Reliable and self motivated • Maintains professional standards of practice including ethical boundaries and protecting the conÀdentiality of the House, families and colleagues • Reliable vehicle and valid BC Driver’s License • Complies with the Criminal Records Review Act Employment type: On call casual Start date: Immediately Wage: Dependent on qualiÀcations and previous experience. Please fax or email resumes to the attention of Sharon Collins, Program Director, Journey’s Into Tomorrow Transition House Fax # 250-378-6172 Email journeys@live.ca Only selected interviews

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Do to retirement we are looking for a TRUCK DRIVER to deliver Vancouver Sun and Province Newspapers. 4 days a week Wed. - Sat. and other days as required. Must be able to drive 1 Ton & 4 Ton Truck. Driver to haul from Merritt - Kelowna - Sicamous return via Hwy. #1. Takes Roughly 10 hrs., Leaving around midnight.

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MENTORING COORDINATOR

TRAFFIC CONTROL PERSON

We are seeking a dynamic Mentoring Coordinator, who will promote and facilitate our youth mentoring programs in Merritt. This is a part-time position with a starting wage of $17.50 hourly and a typical work week of 25 hours.

Merritt, BC AEL TrafÀc Control is seeking applications for TrafÀc Control Persons in the Merritt Area. Applicants must meet the following qualiÀcations and conditions: • Current Flagging CertiÀcate • Valid BC Driver’s License and positive driving record • Reliable and Áexible, as the nature of the work is on call (24/7) • Physically Àt and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions • Safety footwear is required Applicants must provide details of qualiÀcations and experience, as well as a photocopy of Áagging certiÀcate, driver’s license and current drivers abstract. Candidates are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Please send your application to: Mike Davidson TrafÀc Control Supervisor 103-1121 McFarlane Way Merritt, BC V1K 1B9 Fax: (250) 378-4209 Email: mike.davidson@hmcservices.ca AEL will also be having a 2 day TrafÀc Control Course Sept. 8th and 9th. $320.00 GST included. For more information email Mike Davidson or call 250-378-4206 EXT 101

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for the following relief positions. Applications will be kept on file for 6-months and will be reviewed should a relief position become available: Relief Custodian: Applicants are required to have a minimum Grade 10 education and a valid BC Driver’s License. (Job Code #122391) Relief Bus Driver: Successful applicants will be required to have a Class 2 or higher license with air, a minimum Grade 10 education and six months to one year commercial driving experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. Preference will be given to those with bus driving experience. Drivers will also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract. (Job Code #122390) Relief EA: Applicants for relief Education Assistants will work with special needs student(s) in various schools in the District. Qualification requirements will vary subject to the needs of the student(s). (Job Code #514834) Relief Secretary: A minimum typing speed of 55 w.p.m. is required. (Job Code #133681) Relief Noon Hour Supervisors: 1 hour per school day. Previous experience dealing with students would be an asset. (Job Code #133684) All positions are on-call positions. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement. Application forms are available at the School Board Office, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, BC, Princeton Secondary School, 201 Old Merritt Road, Princeton, BC, or on-line at www.sd58. bc.ca click on Jobs/Support Positions-Job Postings/Support Staff. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references will be accepted until September 5, 2014. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

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NICOLA VALLEY CHIROPRACTIC

Truck will be provided Pay $170/per day plus beneÀts. Please fax resume, attention: Dale to 250-457-9736 or phone 250-457-9678

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The successful candidate will have a postsecondary diploma or degree in the Human or Social Services Àeld, and ideally have experience in coordinating social services or youth programs. For a full job description, please visit:

www.bbbskamloops.ca/en/Home/aboutus/ careers.aspx We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be notiÀed. Please submit your cover letter and resume by Monday September 8, 2014 to:

Ian Gerbrandt, Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kamloops & Region 821 Seymour Street Kamloops BC V2C 2H6. Email: ian.gerbrandt@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca Fax: 250-374-4930

LITERACY OUTREACH COORDINATOR Literacy Merritt & Nicola Valley Society is seeking a Literacy Outreach Coordinator. This is a part time contract working under the direction of the Board of Directors. Overview: The main responsibility of the Literacy Outreach Coordinator will be to provide leadership for community development that focuses on building and enhancing literacy services and networks within the community. The coordinator will provide a link between Merritt Literacy and the community. S/he understands, supports, and facilitates the Merritt Literacy Plan as well as the literacy work already underway in the community. Areas of Responsibility: • Community Literacy Plan Implementation • Financial Management and Reporting • Program Administration • Literacy Partnership Building • Public Awareness, Information Sharing and Marketing QualiÀcations: • Knowledge and experience of literacy issues as they relate to policy, program delivery, and community awareness; 3-5 years related experience will be considered an asset • Knowledge of B.C. Societies Act and Àling of the annual society’s act and bylaws • Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, particularly with individuals and groups having diverse interests and backgrounds • Ability to organize events, manage projects, and develop partnerships • Facilitation and team building skills • Strong Ànancial management, grant and report writing skills required • Solid time-management and priority setting skills • Computer software competence, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and online communication and research • Knowledge and experience in marketing • Experience with recruiting, training, motivating and managing volunteers • High degree of self-initiative to maintain momentum and progress required • Inclusive, sensitive, and respectful approach to collaboration that accommodates uniqueness and differing viewpoints • Successful candidate must have their own ofÀce space and equipment • Valid driver’s license, clean driver’s abstract, reliable vehicle • Criminal record check required Application deadline: September 8, 2014 Please forward your resume and references to: Faye Ahdemar, President, Literacy Merritt & Nicola Valley Society, Box 1510, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 or literacymerritt@gmail. com.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Upper Nicola Band Head Start program is looking for a positive, motivated and enthusiastic individual to be a part of the Head Start team at Douglas Lake. The successful applicant will possess a current Early Childhood Educator certificate with infant/ toddlers and special needs certification.

is actively hiring CWB capable Welders and Fabricators. Competitive wages and beneﬁts. Excellent place to raise a family and just two hours southeast of Kelowna. Fax (250-442-8356) or email rob@unifab.ca

Help Wanted Domino's Pizza is now hiring a delivery person $14/hr

r A drivers license is required r A criminal record check is mandatory r References are required

Must have a ﬂexible schedule & available weekends

Please forward you resume to the: Upper Nicola Head Start Program Box 3700 Merritt BC, V1K 1B8 or email it to: headstart@uppernicola.com Attention: Lynne Bomford Closing Date: August 22, 2014

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An Alberta Oilﬁeld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051. Looking for Qualiﬁed carpenter with concrete exp. Or a 3rd or 4th year apprentice. Please fax resume to (250)378-5084 or at kennic@telus.net

JOB POSTING Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society Part-time Aboriginal Child and Youth Mental Health Clinician One Year Term Position 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 significant challenges, in the Merritt area. The position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. Evening and weekend work as required. RESPONSIBILITIES: r Connects and collaborates with appropriate referral sources r Conduct intakes r Conduct mental health assessments and develop assessment reports r Conduct provisional DSM diagnosis r Develop and execute treatment plans r Maintain appropriate Clinical and administrative records KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: r Awareness of First Nations culture and issues affecting First Nations families and communities r Develop and maintain working knowledge and relationships with natural partners and supports in the communities r Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in Clinical Mental Health assessment, diagnosis and treatment r Ability to conduct suicide assessments and assist with crisis interventions r Comfortable with conducting both Psycho-educational and treatment focused group sessions to various ages r Excellent interpersonal and communication skills EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: r Awareness of First Nations culture and issues affecting First Nations families and communities r Develop and maintain working knowledge and relationships with natural partners and supports in the communities r Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in Clinical Mental Health assessment, diagnosis and treatment r Ability to conduct suicide assessments and assist with crisis interventions r Comfortable with conducting both Psycho-educational and treatment focused group sessions to various ages r Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience Deadline for submitting applications: August 29, 2014 @ 12:00 pm For Full job description contact SCFSS Apply by submitting your cover letter and resumein a sealed envelope Attn: Yvonne Hare, Executive Director Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society 85 Highway 8, Merritt, BC V1K 0A7 Tel: (250)378-2771 Fax: (250)378-2799 Email:executivedirector@scwexmx.com Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualiﬁed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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The district has a high percentage of First Nations and other multicultural students and so being sensitive to cultural diversities would be an asset. Please refer to the District’s website for required training and responsibilities. Application forms are available at the School Board ofﬁce, 1550 Chapman Street, or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on Jobs/ Support Positions/Job Postings listed under the applicable Job Code and follow the prompts provided. Applications will be accepted until September 2, 2014. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District #58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Coldwater Indian Band

Box 4600 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Ph: 250-378-6174 • Fx: 250-378-5351

FINANCE COORDINATOR The Coldwater Indian Band has an up and coming exciting and challenging opportunity for a full time Finance Coordinator position. This individual reports to the Coldwater Indian Band Administrator. The Finance Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the overall management and reporting of the Ànancial affairs of the Coldwater Indian Band, managing the day-to-day accounting affairs, and assisting in the development and administration of accounting policies and procedures. SpeciÀc Duties and Responsibilities • Human Resource Management – Supervises and evaluates the performance of all employees in the Finance Department, etc. • Financial Management – Administers the Ànancial affairs of the band in accordance with the band Ànance policy, etc. • Financial Accounting System – Manages day to day accounting affairs of the band (payroll/ AR/AP/GA/SPA/statutory and regulatory disbursements and reconciliations, etc. • Audit – Coordinates the preparation for year – end audit, etc. • Reporting – Completes data reports and analysis for the band, etc. • General Administration – provides backup for PR and band programs in posting and disbursements, as required, etc. Education/QualiÀcations • Prefer Post Secondary Degree in relevant Àeld such as Business Administration, Financial Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience working for a First Nations organization or working towards an accounting designation • Or six to eight (6-8)years related experience with two (2) years at a management or supervisory level • Experience in all related areas of Accounting (A/P, A/R, payroll, Ànancial management, budgeting, Ànancial reporting) • Prefer experience with First Nations Organizations • Extensive working knowledge of fund accounting • Drivers License and own transportation • Bondable Please mail, fax or email your resume with references and cover letter that outlines why you are interested in this position and state your salary expectations: Attn: COLDWATER INDIAN BAND – H.R. COMMITTEE BOX 4600 MERRITT, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: 250-378-5351 Email: cheryl@coldwaterband.org Deadline for cover letters and resume’s: September 12, 2014 at 4:00 pm. Only qualiÀed individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.

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School District No. 58 is accepting applications for Education Assistants for the following positions: UÊ Merritt Bench Elementary School 5 hrs/day, temporary September 2, 2014 to June 25, 2015 (Job Code # 726605). UÊ Merritt Secondary School, 6 hrs/day, temporary September 2, 2014 to June 25, 2015 (Job Code # 726610). UÊ Merritt Bench Elementary School, 5 hrs/per day, temporary September 2, 2014 to December 19, 2014 (Job Code # 726611). UÊ Merritt Secondary School, 5.5 hrs/day, effective September 2, 2014 to June 25, 2015 (Job Code # 726613). UÊ Merritt Central Elementary School, 5 hrs/day, temporary September 2, 2014 to December 19, 2014, (Job Code # 726615).

Houses For Sale House For Sale 7bdrm, 4 washrooms, 2 car garage, 2 bedroom legal suite. Ast. value $360,000 selling for $280,000(604)576-0338

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Shared Accommodation Roommate wanted. Furnished bedroom with own bath, shared laundry, kitchen, internet included. Non smoker, non drinker, no parties, no pets. $500 per month + damage deposit. Responsible person only apply. Call 250-378-6020 or cell 250-280-2264

Suites, Lower 2 bdrm basement suite. Avail. Sept 1st or immediately. W/d, fenced yrd, close to town. $750/mon. util. incl. 250-3786295 or 315-9397

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Large 2 Bdrm unit for Rent. F/S, W/D. No pets, No smokers. Sept.01. (250)378-8383 Newly renoed 2 bdrm duplex. w/d incl. Non smokers and no pets. Ref. req. $700/mon. Avail Sept. 1. 250-378-5901. after 6:00 pm Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

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Mobile Homes & Pads 2 bedroom mobile home. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, utilities included. Close to town and schools. Pet friendly. $950 per month. 250-378-0887 Available immediately, 3 bedroom mobile home. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, large fenced yard close to schools, town and bus route. Pet friendly. Utilities included $950 per month. 250-378-0887

2 bdrm duplex. $750 plus hydro. 2 bdrm duplex. $850 plus utilities. (new ﬂooring) 3 bdrm duplex. $800 plus hydro. 3 bdrm in triplex. $750 plus hydro 3 bdrm in fourplex. $800 plus hydro. (Heat included)

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HACK ELECTRIC

EXCAVATING

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Over 30 years experience

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Residential & Commercial

250-315-9054 email: rhackel@shaw.ca 2865C Pooley Ave., Merritt

Reg. No. 14246

250-378-5580

GUTTERS â&#x20AC;˘ SIDING â&#x20AC;˘ SOFFIT SALES, INSTALL AND REPAIR

AUTOMOTIVE

TRI-PEAKS AUTO REPAIR Cassie Markic Office Manager

Kevin Markic Licensed Technician

Phone: 250-378-2272

2865A Pooley Ave Merritt, BC V1K 1C2

Fax: 250-378-2273

TRIPEAKSAUTO@yahoo.ca

DENTIST NEW PATI ATTIEENT NTS & W WAL ALK-IN K INS WEL W COME

FREE CONSULTATIONS 2 FULL TIME DENTISTS & ORTHODONTIS T ON SITE Call

250-378-4888 to book your appointment. 2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

www.dentistryatmerritt.ca

Dr. Sunil Malhotra

HOURS

Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dr. Jaspal Sarao

IVANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SIDING S ALES & S ERVICE

â&#x20AC;˘ Vinyl & Hardie Board Siding â&#x20AC;˘ Aluminum SofďŹ t, Fascia & EAVESTROUGHS

CALL: (250) 378-2786 â&#x20AC;&#x153;When others have come and gone, Ivanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Siding is still going strongâ&#x20AC;?

SERVING THE NICOLA VALLEY FOR 40 YEARS!

N ic ol a P lu m bi n g & H ea ti n g Fully Qualiď&#x192;&#x17E;ed Tradesmen in..

Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters. Service Work & Furnace Service. Custom Sheet Metal Atlas RV Parts & Repairs

PHONE: 250-378-4943

2064 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC

CONSTRUCTION

PIANO TEACHER

All Ages Welcome Learn to Play Piano

Brendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Studio

Phone 250.315.0340 for details

DENTIST

STOYOMA DENTAL CLINIC

Ne w pa tie nts alw ay s we lco me !

SERVING ALL CITIZENS OF MER RITT AND SURROUNDING AREAS Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4:30 PM

CALL TODAY 250-378-5877

1999 Voght Street (next to the Credit Union) PO Box 3090, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Call Today to Book Your Appointment. Ph:

250-378-5877

PLUMBING & HEATING

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â&#x20AC;˘ Kitchen/Bathroom â&#x20AC;˘ Tiling â&#x20AC;˘ Window/Siding Installation

DAT Construction

â&#x20AC;˘ Patio/Deck â&#x20AC;˘ Moving Local & Long Distance

STORAGE

SELF STORAGE UNITS

Safe, Secure, Easy Access, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Shipping Containers SUITABLE FOR: â&#x20AC;˘ Cars â&#x20AC;˘ Boats â&#x20AC;˘ ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;˘ Snowmobiles, â&#x20AC;˘ Household Goods â&#x20AC;˘ Monthly & Yearly Rates â&#x20AC;˘ Business or personal ďŹ les & More.....

Starting @ $45./month with HST

at HACK Electric 378- 5580 2865C Pooley Ave., Merritt , B.C. Full-time Watchman on site

WINE MAKING FOR THE ULTIMATE WINE EXPERIENCE, VISIT THE WINE PRESS

Quality products, friendly service!

Member of the RJS Craft Wine Making Academy

250-378-6622

250-315-8257

TREE SERVICE JIM POTTE R

ICE VIC E SER V MER RITT TREE â&#x20AC;˘ Fully insured, certiď&#x192;&#x17E;ed faller â&#x20AC;˘ WSBC covered â&#x20AC;˘ Dangerous tree assessment Âł Schedule your FREE Estimate

CALL JIM at 250-378-4212

Soluti ons for your tree proble ms!

Location: 2865C Pooley Ave (Hack Electric)

www.thewinepressmerritt.com

CLEANING SERVICES 250-378-9410

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www.tbmcleaningandrestoration.com TF: 1-877-612-0909

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The Source Parker Ranch 2741 Forksdale Ave Merritt, BC

The Source (250) 378-2684

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