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$135,000
Building lot located in quiet bench location. Build your house within walking distance to a variety of amenities. R1 zoning allows for house with secondary suite. Services to the lot line. Buyer is responsible for connection fees at time of permit. GST not appicable.
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MLS#164854
$275,000
Welcome to Waterside Trail – a new bare land waterfront strata community in the beautiful Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake, one of BC’s premiere locations. You will enjoy year-round recreation w/ easy access to crown land, beaches, private dock & all the watersports you can imagine.
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$165,000
Investors! First Time Buyers! Retiring! Look no further. Nice 1 bedroom 1 bathroom ground floor apartment with easy access. The apartment features a large bedroom, 4 piece bathroom, kitchen complete with fridge and stove, dining area open to living room with large sliding glass patio doors, shared laundry on each floor. Close to bus transportation and corner store.
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MLS#166593
$169,000
Nice and ready to move-in 2 bedroom, possible more bedrooms, 1 bathroom home located in a quiet manufactured park. The home features two additions to add extra room for rec. room/ den or bedrooms. There are two bedrooms, the master with entry to large 4 piece main bathroom with soaker tub and separate shower, laundry is in the bathroom and included in the sale.
1698 Douglas Street
MLS#166631
$289,000
Welcome to Waterside Trail – a new bare land waterfront strata community in the beautiful Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake, one of BC’s premiere locations.
Investors, first time home buyers take note of this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom family home with no strata fees. The 3 level homes features: kitchen, dining and living room as well as 2 piece bathroom on the main floor. The second level features 3 bedrooms, a full 4 piece bathroom and storage area. The basement includes laundry area, a family/rec room, lots of storage
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1599 May Street
MLS#166958
$209,900
Large corner lot, 9750 sq.ft. , zoned R2- perfect for a new multi-unit townhome development or to build your dream home. This is a fantastic location, within walking distance to shopping and schools. The property is being sold “as is where is”, there is great potential for old wood and materials to be salvaged from uninhabitable buildings on site.
1881 Menzies Street
MLS#166582
$334,000
No Strata Fees on this half duplex with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and lots of room for your vehicles, RV and toys. The main level of the home features large living room with dining area, nice kitchen with lots of cabinets and includes appliances and your laundry area is just off the kitchen. The upper level of the home features 3 bedrooms and a 4 piece bathroom as well as storage area.
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MLS#166366
$265,000
Investment opportunity OR break in to the market with this 3 bed, 1 bath townhouse. Located across the street from an elementary school. This townhouse has a fenced front yard and offers back yard area with additional parking space and small outdoor storage room.
2526 Quilchena Avenue
MLS#166128
$389,000
Investors, first time buyers take note! Lots of potential to bring your own ideas to this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home. The roof is approximately 5 years old, furnace approximately 4 years old and hot water tank replaced 2 years ago. Unfinished basement to create your own area with the laundry downstairs. Fully fenced yard and alley access, with lots of room for gardening and storage!
2500 Reid Court
NEW MLS#166402
$470,000
Cute and Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with a large detached garage/shop located in the desired Lower Nicola area, just minutes from downtown Merritt. The home features a large living room with gas fireplace to enjoy, open kitchen and dining area with new fridge and stove – March 2022.
3039 Hilton Drive
MLS#167059
$549,000
Solid built family home 3 + 1 bedrms, 2 bath. Attached garage. Walking distance to shopping, banking, medical & recreation. Lots of cabinets in the bright sunny kitchen and plenty of storage throughout the home. Lovely gas fireplace up and wood insert downstairs. Fenced level .2 acre property with great shop and alley access.
3350 Panorama Place
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$735,000
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$760,000
Stunning home in one of the best locations in town. This immaculate rancher has been beautifully crafted and finished. Gorgeous hardwood floors, deep crown moldings and 10’ high ceilings lead you into the open concept kitchen, dining, living room area where you enjoy the granite counters, custom millwork and gas fireplace. LED lighting throughout and a brand-new reverse osmosis water system.
Nice 2 Storey–5 bed home w/finished bsmt located on a quiet cul-de-sac, in desired bench location. The home features 3 levels w/upper level offering 4 bed, 4pc bath as well as 5pc ensuite beautifully renovated, updated w/separate soaker tub, shower & 2 sinks. Basement is finished w/a bedroom, large games/rec. room, large office/den & 2 pc bath.
2209 Harris Road
4520 Eight Mile Road
MLS#166212
$1,375,000
Beautiful 3500 sq ft home on 2.34 acres bordering the Nicola River. This home boasts quality throughout. Carefully constructed w/ every detail in mind starting w/home constructed on a knoll - foundation being reinforced cement poured into Styrofoam forms & treated w/ waterproof application & sealed w/ film, Low E Argon Gas windows, heat pump/propane furnace/electric heat.
MLS#165641
$1,390,000
Spectacular custom home on 20 acres with a year-round creek! This stunning property is very private and only 12 minutes from Merritt just off the coveted Mamit Lake Road. Wrap around deck and over 2600 square feet on the main floor with high vaulted ceilings, open concept d/r, l/r and kitchen with a gorgeous wood burning fireplace. Quartz counters and a large island.
MLS#166345
$549,900
Developers and Investors take note of this prime location – 2 side by side lots, one has a 1920 two story home that requires some TLC. The main level of the home features a front enclosed porch, large living room open to dining area, kitchen with fridge and stove included, 4-piece bathroom and laundry area.
1595 Chestnut Avenue
MLS#166948
$629,000
Immaculate family home w/lots of upgrades, located in great neighbourhood. Main level features 2 bed, 4 pc. Bath, a large kitchen w/ lots of cabinets, a new sink & taps & amazing views from your kitchen window, as well as access to your great sundeck & a large living room open to your dining area. Large fenced backyard.
6441 Jagpal Way
NEW MLS#167028
$729,000
Executive custom home rancher w/walk-out basement, located in desired Merritt bench area. The main level features 2 beds (master w/walk-in closet &ensuite w/large walk-in shower) kitchen has lots of cabinets, a new cooktop, quartz countertops, all appliances are included, living room offers a gas fireplace to enjoy & access to your deck w/great views,
3445 D’Easum Road
NEW $799,900
Elegantly decorated rancher in a neighbourhood of newer stylish homes. Well selected zero landscaping welcomes you into this spacious bright open concept residence. 3 appreciable sized bedrooms, 4 piece ensuite with soaker tub. Garden doors lead to a beautifully landscaped fully fenced back yard with grape arbours and large patio area.
2400 Burgess Avenue
MLS#166435
MLS#166872
$1,299,000
Executive style home featuring 5 bedrooms plus office located on a one of a kind .72 acre quiet cul-de-sac lot. Enjoy privacy & the feel of rural living outside your back door while still having the convenience of city amenities. Notable mentions include custom industrial feel wood/metal railings, heated tile in all 3 bathrooms, on demand H/W, triple car garage, heat pump/A/C, and access to the Nicola River
MLS#165831
$989,000
MLS#167020
$999,000
BREATHTAKING VIEWS of beautiful Nicola Lake! Your retreat within just 2-3 hours of the Lower Mainland. Come away to this lovely 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a 2 car 20’ x 30’ garage/shop. Time to indulge yourself: bright kitchen with warm dark maple cabinets, granite countertop island and heated floors. Garden doors lead out to upper BBQ deck overlooking the lake. Great room featuring a cozy wood fireplace and oak hardwood flooring.
26 acres in the Petit Creek area close to crown land and gorgeous views of the valley. 4 bedroom manufactured home on a full walkout basement. 24x23 garage and a separate 34x25 workshop with 200 amp main, great place for someone with all the toys.
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2760 Petit Creek Road
MLS#166667
$1,600,000
LAKEFRONT HOME on spectacular Stump Lake! 2.72 virtually flat acres with approx
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MLS#165449
$3,150,000
Sprawling 2700 sq ft Rancher Home on 119 +/- acres of level hay land. Home has been completely updated including new addition in 2016. Enjoy comfortable living while working/living the ranching lifestyle. House features large country kitchen and dining room, 4 large bedrooms, blaze king wood stove, 2 living areas and large deck with hot tub to enjoy the peacefulness of the night sky. Owners have constructed a 5400 sq ft open barn with attached 1000 sq ft finished/heated workshop .
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Volunteers from ADRA assisted 21 households during their stay in the community, including the one of Chris Kurk, one of many Merrittonians still recovering from the floods. Marius Auer/Herald
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Volunteers with the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) recently travelled to Merritt to lend a helping hand in areas still struggling to recover from November’s flooding, aiding 21 households during their ten day stay. Cleanup and recovery efforts are still very much in the forefront of the community as hundreds of Merrittonians remain displaced from their homes. ADRA has been offering their volunteer provided manual labour for flood relief efforts since arriving in town on April 17. Their tasks ranging in variety from clean outs of flooded homes and properties, to delivering drywall and gyprock for repairs, it is clear that recipients of the organization’s support are grateful. “It feels amazing,” said Chris Kurk of the support he received from the Christian non-profit. The Merritt local’s trailer and property were heavily damaged during the floods, and he remains displaced. “These guys have been so awesome. They’ve gotten all the mud out from my yard and under my trailer. It’s a godsend,
I feel, that these people have been here to help. I thank them from the bottom of my heart, big time.” Kurk says he hopes to be back in his home soon, a reality not possible without the support he has received. Staying busy during their short stay in the community, ADRA assisted 20 other households in addition to Kurk’s. “Our mission is to help in either development or disaster,” said Sonja Buchanan, provincial coordinator for ADRA. The organization has chapters throughout BC, Canada, and the world, looking to bring about positive change in disaster affected or underdeveloped areas through volunteerism. ADRA does not charge for its services, with volunteers from Abbotsford Adventist Church visiting Merritt to offer cleanup and flood recovery support to those who need it most. “A lot of the people we’ve been asked to help with have other issues too. They’re sick, they’re elderly, they’re in a wheelchair. We help those who are down and out and don’t have anybody to help them.” Many homes in the flood inundation area remain uninhabitable, with some not
even having begun initial cleanup efforts. Residents in these areas have felt the strain of meeting application deadlines, coordinating repairs or demolition of their property, and making new living arrangements, on top of the emotional traumas that come with such events. ADRA sought to bring relief where they could. “We’re trying to turn sad situations into happy ones,” said Jim Bradford, local organizer for ADRA. “It’s an important thing because we’re a Christian organization. The Christian concept is that God is good, and we also want to be showing that goodness to the community.” Bradford says he is touched by the outpouring of support from community members and volunteers. Responses to receiving support have often been emotional. “Tears of joy. They have hope.” Moving forward, the organization looks to continue supporting Merritt residents and continues to plan events. Those requiring support for flood recovery should call 1-877-665-0341, or visit the Merritt Support Centre at 101B-1700 Garcia Street.
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If you are interested in displaying a photo or would like more information, please contact Crystal Ward-McGowan at cwardmcgowan@365.sd58.bc.ca
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From the Herald archives: October, 1997
The Merritt Centennials thanks the community Editor, The Centennials have traversed one of the most difficult years ever alongside our various supporters who allow us to do all that we do. These supporters include the City of Merritt, the surrounding Indigenous communities, the neighbouring rural communities, our financial sponsors, our volunteers, our season ticket holders and fans and everyone else that consistently provides support to the Merritt Centennials! This past season has offered more than enough challenges. We could have chosen to bow our heads and taken a hiatus after the floods but there is no quit in our team or our community. Merritt continues to provide the young men that have made up the Centennials with an unfaltering example of caring and sharing. It has been difficult with recent past COVID restrictions for the team to reciprocate as much as we had hoped to this season. Regardless, the team was still able to assist in filling sandbags, helping to raise $2,880 for the Nicola Valley Food Bank on the Coldest Night of the Year, aid the Nicola Valley Food Bank in distributing supplies after the flooding, attend our U-11 Minor Hockey team practice to help prepare for playoffs, and sponsor community groups including the Girl Guides to attend a game. It is impossible to identify and thank each of you individually, but your loyalty does not go unnoticed. The Merritt Centennials have existed continuously for the past 49 years because of your dedication to having us here to represent our community. The upcoming 2022-2023 season will mark our 50th Anniversary in the BCHL as we are the longest continuously running franchise in the league. We have been working very hard to ensure that we have a more successful season next year. Plans are underway to celebrate our 50th Anniversary alongside all of you! On behalf of the Merritt Centennials Hockey Club, I want to thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts! Kelly Bartch President, Merritt Centennials Hockey Club
TEGART: “Flood-weary Merritt residents need leadership, action
JACKIE TEGART VIEW FROM LEGISLATURE
Our BC Liberal leader Kevin Falcon recently joined me on visits to Merritt, Spences Bridge and Lytton to see first-hand what our communities and people are going through. From floods to fires to an unprecedented heat dome, the impacts of climate change are real and so are the frustrations of residents who are desperately trying to rebuild their lives.
As he spoke with people, he heard what I have been hearing for several months now — that recovery help is not moving quickly enough. This is partly due to the provincial government not moving quickly enough. I was shocked to hear the federal Minister of Emergency Preparedness say he only received an application from the Province
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Elks persevere despite floods and fires
Merritt Elks Secretary Herb Allen points out the waterline from November’s flooding in the basement of the organization’s hall on Coldwater Avenue. Marius Auer/Herald
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Merritt’s chapter of the Elks of Canada has been raising funds and supporting local causes for over 63 years, however the service organization requires some support in recovering from November’s flooding and the COVID-19 pandemic. Members of the Elks of Canada chap-
ter 441 have been operating in the Nicola Valley since June 1959, providing support to other community non-profits such as the Merritt Centennials and cadets, as well as covering healthcare and educational costs for youth. “COVID shut us right down. We couldn’t rent the hall, we couldn’t have bingo, so we had nothing,” said Herb Allan, Secretary for the Elks. “To finish
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initiatives despite struggling with the basic cost of utilities. Multiple donations from community stakeholders, such as Tolko and Conayt Friendship Society, have allowed the Elks to keep the lights on. In November, the organization’s hall on Coldwater Avenue was devastated by flooding. Water quickly filled the basement, causing an estimated $50,000 damage as it destroyed the building’s two furnaces, hot water tank, leaving mud and silt everywhere. The services of
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Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Nicola Valley First Nations Veterans (NVFNV) have been working for 19 years to educate and engage local communities on the often unrecognized sacrifices made by First Nations veterans, and their new monument project hopes to commemorate those whose service went unacknowledged. “We want recognition of our Nicola Valley First Nations veterans. Many of them volunteered at a young age, some of them weren’t even old enough to sign up, but they did it,” said Carol Holmes of Upper Nicola Band, member of NVFNV. NVFNV’s new monument project looks to replace their current boulder monument, the creation of which heralded the inception of the community group. Made of granite, the new monument will be built on an
acre of land in the Shulus community. It will be inscribed with the names of the local First Nations veterans who served, and the site will feature a ceremonial fire pit and benches. The organization came to be in 2003, when veterans Percy Jackson of Shackan and Richard Jackson, Jr. of Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) together recognized the need to honour and recognize the First Nations veterans of the Nicola Valley. The two searched for a large boulder, eventually finding one and moving it to Shulus where it became the organization’s first monument project. Four plaques were placed on the boulder, representing World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. “We’re ensuring that the history of our First Nations veterans serving
and supporting our country is known by all Canadians, and by other settlers too,” added Holmes. The NVFNV have taken on projects to advance this goal in the past, such as their collaboration with the Last Post Fund’s Indigenous Veterans Initiative. Funding through this initiative has allowed Holmes and her fellow members to place over 20 military markers honouring Indigenous veterans. “We want to continue the legacy of our veterans in our communities and in our families, making sure our children and grandchildren know the history of the people that served. We have quite a number of families that information hasn’t been passed on.Part of this project is collecting those stories. We’d like to put them into a book too.” The veterans hope to continue collecting and dis-
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seminating these local stories of bravery and courage in serving the country, with seminating these local stories of braverythe and couragehistory. in serving with many local First Nations serving throughout country’s At the leastcountry, two First many local First Nations serving throughout the country’s history. At least two First Nations veterans residing in the valley have been killed in action. Those who did return Nations veterans residing in the valley have been killed in action. Those who did return were often mistreated, and given far less support and recognition than their non-Indigewere often mistreated, and given far less support and recognition than their non-Indigenous counterparts, if any. nous counterparts, if any. Education is a key component of the NVFNV’s mission, often coordinating veterans Education is a key component of the NVFNV’s mission, often coordinating veterans to attend locallocal schools andand institutions, as well as as being involved in in thetheNicola to attend schools institutions, as well being involved NicolaValley’s Valley’s annual Remembrance Day ceremonies. Moving forward, they hope to continue annual Remembrance Day ceremonies. Moving forward, they hope to continueraising raising awareness, as well as funds for for their newnew monument. awareness, as well as funds their monument. “We“We taketake Visa, Mastercard, debit, pennies,” joked Richard Jackson Visa, Mastercard, debit, pennies,” joked Richard JacksonJr,Jr,member memberofofthe the NVFNV. “Come to our information meeting on the 18th, 6pm at the Shulus NVFNV. “Come to our information meeting on the 18th, 6pm at the ShulusArbor, Arbor,it it will will be abegreat event.” a great event.” In addition to raising funds for for thethe project through local initiatives In addition to raising funds project through local initiativessuch suchasasthese, these,the the NVFNV havehave received $50,000 in funding from Veterans Affairs Canada, NVFNV received $50,000 in funding from Veterans Affairs Canada,but butthey theystill still remain short of the totaltotal estimated project costcost of of $127,000. During their remain short of the estimated project $127,000. During theirApril April2222meetmeeting,ing, the the veterans received $5000 towards the project from Merritt’s Legion. veterans received $5000 towards the project from Merritt’s Legion. “There is still a real disconnect between First Nations veterans and “There is still a real disconnect between First Nations veterans andhow howthey theywork work withwith the the Legion and how we can assist. The veterans came back and it was you’re Legion and how we can assist. The veterans came back and it was you’reover over here,here, andand you’re overover there. So So bringing us us together and letting people you’re there. bringing together and letting peopleknow knowwhat whatthe the Legion doesdoes andand howhow we we cancan support veterans. That’s notnot been there,” Directors Reimer and and Susan SusanThompsonfrom Thompsonfrom Legion support veterans. That’s been there,”said saidArlene Arlene DirectorsHerb HerbGraham Grahamand andDavid DavidLaird Lairdfrom from the the TNRD TNRD presented presented Kathy Reimer the after COVID. COVID. Johnston, president of Merritt’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch 96.96. theNicola NicolaValley ValleyFall FallFair Fairwith withaacheque chequefor for $4478.00 $4478.00 to to help with startup after Johnston, president of Merritt’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch “This is really important. It’sIt’s thethe firstfirst chance in in thethe sixsix years that I’ve “This is really important. chance years that I’vebeen beeninvolved involved withwith the the Legion thatthat we’ve hadhad to come together.” Legion we’ve to come together.” Those looking to support thethe project cancan share their own oror family’s Those looking to support project share their own family’sstories storiesofofserving, serving, attend information events, donate monument’s progressthrough throughthe theLNIB LNIB attend the the information events, andand donate to to thethe monument’s progress office, a notation is for Nicola Valley First Nations Veterans. office, withwith a notation it isitfor thethe Nicola Valley First Nations Veterans. more information, contact Carol Holmes 250-378-7809. For For more information, contact Carol Holmes at at 250-378-7809.
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New 3 bedrm rancher with 9 ft ceilings, open design, large kitchen island & Quartz countertops. Master bedrm has vaulted ceilings, 5 pce ensuite & window seat. Large covered deck in back yard. Double garage.
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MIDDAY VALLEY RD 7 lots to choose from ranging from 3.5 to 10 acres Zoned M-1. Proposed lots to be subdivided from parent property. All sales subject to City of Merritt approving the subdivision. Priced at $499,900 per acre.
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2387 CLAPPERTON AVENUE
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Great investment or starter home with 3 bedrooms up and a 3 bedroom secondary suite down. Fully rented up & down. Has had some upgrades over the years. Fenced back yard.
Beautiful 4 bedroom, family home on 0.64 acres in
15.9 acre RV Park zoning bordering the Coldwater River. Hookups in place & future set of plans for expansion available. Has city services. Has small rental home with long term tenants. C1 zoning with possible change to C2. Diking has recently been done
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Cozy 3 bedrooom rancher close to shopping & schools. Private covered deck off master bedrm. Huge fenced backyard. Includes appliances & window coverings. 12x32 detached garage/shop.
3 bedroom 2 bath investment property, currently tenanted. Has had some newer flooring & paint as well as kitchen cabinets over the past few years. Has carport & detached workshop in back yard.
Freshly updated trailer with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a perfect starter or down sizer. Nice sized bedrms at either end of the unit, brand new appliances, updated bathrms, large open plan. HW tank & roof replaced in 2015. Pad rent $409.
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$405,000
$239,900
1801 QUILCHENA AVENUE
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#121, 1401 NICOLA AVE.
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SOL Two storey 4 bedrm, 4 bath home built in 2018 and is new. Seller never lived in house. Large kitchen has S/S appliances, Quartz countertops, island & nook plus dining room. Fenced yard, RV parking, 24x23 garage. Covered deck. GST applies.
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$689,900
1288 sq.ft. rancher with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in good area right downtown. This house is a corner lot with lane access. Walking distance to shopping & amenities. Needs TLC. Currently rented.
2 bedroom mobile home in Eldorado MHP has new roof in July 2021, new furnace in August 2021 & HW tank is 6 yrs old. Mobile has been updated inside. Has insulated & wired storage shed. Quick possession. Pad rent $378 per month
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$105,000
$649,900
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desirable area. Has open concept with master and 5 pce ensuite on the main. 3 bedrms up and a bonus room over the garage. Fenced backyard, garage, detached shop & lots of parking
$1,120,000
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$1,650,000
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Build your dream home on this 10,516 sq.ft. strata lot in new development on Nicola Lake. Fantastic view and access to the water. Strata fees are $125 per month & monthly utility fees are $131.02. GST applies. Call for more details.
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$280,000
SL.4, 6528 WATERSIDE TRAIL
SL.29, 6528 WATERSIDE TRAIL
Build your dream home or rec. home in this proposed strata development at Nicola Lake. Great views & access to the water. All services to the property line. GST is applicable. Developers Disclosure available.
Build your dream getaway on this 10,667 sq.ft. strata lot at Nicola Lake. All services are to the property line, fantastic views, and access to the water. GST is applicable. Strata fees are $125 per month. Call for more details.
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6377 MONCK PARK$999,000 ROAD #3282
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Spectacular Nicola Lake view home on 1.05 acres. Beautiful open concept rancher with a walkout bsmt & quality features throughout. 2 bedrms up 2 down, gourmet kitchen, master bedrm with 5 pce ensuite. Large covered deck on the main, perfect for those BBQ’s. Has raised garden beds & fruit trees. Had 2 car detached garage & RV parking.
One of a kind unique 96 +/- acre riverfront ranch, 18 km west of Merritt. Features 2 homes and many outbuildings and hay fields. Fantastic panoramic views of mountains, fields & winding Nicola River. This could be a great equestrian setup. Currently produces 2-3 cuts of hay per year. Has 2 high producing wells.
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Make Mother’s Day Special
Each and every day a new woman becomes a mother for the first time or all over again. Being a mother changes a person’s life in dramatic ways. Mother’s Day is a great time of year to honor mothers and attempt to give back just a portion of the tireless love and devotion moms offer their children. Some children provide large gestures, while others feel it’s the little things that can help a mom to feel appreciated. For those needing a little inspiration on treating their mothers in special ways, consider these ideas. • Make mom a breakfast in bed with her favorite morning treats. • Enjoy a movie at home with mom. Let her pick the flick and share her favorite film with you. • Agree to not bicker for the entire day, especially if you are prone to getting into arguments with siblings. • Put together a collage of photos from moments you have shared with mom or your family. • Cook a meal together and learn about everyone’s favorite recipes.
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• Give her a locket with your photo inside and have a duplicate you can wear containing her photo. • Customize a coffee mug, tote bag or a blanket with a meaningful sentiment or photo. • Treat mom to a day off from her chores. Tackle all of the jobs she normally does for the family. • Bake a delicious dessert that mom will absolutely devour. • Pamper mom with a gift card for her favorite nail salon or massage therapy location. • Prepare a jar of mom’s favorite candies wrapped in pieces of paper that have loving sentiments written on them. • Compile a playlist of songs and artists mom prefers and download them to her phone. • Begin a charm bracelet tradition by purchasing a charm bracelet and a new charm each year that represents a meaningful memory you both shared. • Write a new email each day with an inspirational quote or special words of love for mom. • Tackle a task that she may not want to do herself, such as washing the exterior of her car and vacuuming the interior. Mother’s Day gift ideas should come from the heart and can show mothers near and far how much they are appreciated and loved.
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Getting back to “normal”
Mother’s Day has felt a little less than normal over the last couple of years. The COVID-19 pandemic led to the cancellation of many Mother’s Day gatherings in 2020, and while things felt more familiar in 2021, this year may mark the most normal Mother’s Day celebrations since 2019. Pandemic-related restrictions have now been lifted in many towns and cities. Though it’s best to confirm if any rules and restrictions are still in place before making any plans, individuals who want to make sure Mom has a special day can consider these planning pointers. • Revisit old traditions. There’s many ways to let Mom know she’s special, but after two years of living under the specter of a pandemic, few things might be as meaningful to Mom as a return to pre-pandemic traditions. • Book a special trip. Millions of people canceled or postponed travel plans during the pandemic. Now that many places, including foreign countries, have lifted travel restrictions, families can feel safe taking off for parts unknown. Such a trip can be even more special if it’s a surprise for Mom on Mother’s Day weekend. • Make it a family affair. Even Mother’s Day celebrations in 2021 were likely smaller affairs than some moms might have preferred. If Mom spent some time wishing more family could be around on Mother’s Day over the last two years, make a concerted effort to include as many family members as possible this year. Encourage grown children to travel home for the holiday and invite Mom’s parents and siblings over to celebrate as well. • Get out of the house. A homecooked meal might have warmed Mom’s heart in recent years, but a day out of the house might be especially welcomed this Mother’s Day. Book a reservation at Mom’s favorite local restaurant so no one has any cooking or cleaning to do this year. Just be sure to book a reservation early, as the competition for a table figures to be especially stiff this year. • Start the day off with a spa visit. Moms might have put pampering on hold during the pandemic. Now that public health agencies have given the go-ahead to lift restrictions, a good pampering is undoubtedly in order. A Mother’s Day morning spa trip can start the day off right. Mother’s Day celebrations in 2022 should feel more normal than they have in years. Families can capitalize on that by planning a day Mom won’t soon forget.
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Thursday, May 5 - 2022
May 5 is the National Day of Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.
NVIT spreads Red Dress awareness through different installations
NVIT’s MMIWG2S+ Memorial Garden project is ongoing, and one of many initiatives the school is undertaking to raise awareness. Marius Auer/Herald
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) is focused on supporting the wellness of students and community members alike, as many continue to be affected by the ongoing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) crisis. “NVIT has a number of items within our campus where we’re bringing awareness to MMIWG2S+ issues,” said Sue Sterling-Bur, vice president for students at NVIT’s Merritt campus. “Our students come from across Canada. 80 percent of our student population is Indigenous, so that tells us that every single student in the building is connected to someone that has a family member or knows someone that is
missing or murdered. It really does impact our entire student population, as it does our staff as well.” The school’s most recent initiative is their new memorial garden, honouring all those impacted by MMIWG issues. According to the Assembly of First Nations, Indigenous women make up 16 percent of all female homicide victims and 11 percent of missing women, despite only making up 4.3 percent of the population. With so many in the community feeling the weight of these issues, NVIT created the garden as a space of reflection. “We created and built the MMIWG2S+ Memorial Garden here. It’s located in the central area of NVIT. It was to represent a coming of home for people who are within that missing and murdered category. We wanted a safe place
for people who have family members in that category to go reflect, sit, listen, and remember their people.” Students from NVIT’s carpentry class built the bright red structure at the centre of the memorial garden, representing the colour attributed to the MMIWG movement. The structure was built to represent a s7ístken, which is a traditional pithouse for the local Nlaka’pamux nations. In addition to the s7ístken and benches already there, the school hopes to add solar-powered lighting and a water feature in collaboration with Conayt Friendship Society, who has supplied funding to the project. “Water for Nlaka’pamux and Sylix territory representing healing. To add a water feature will add that other aspect of water and healing for families.” “It’s also a space where we can host events. If a community is doing a walk they are more than welcome to come and end their walks here. Or they’re welcome to connect with our campus and book the site.” In addition to the memorial garden, the school also recently commissioned a local carpenter to build a cabinet which now moves throughout the campus, housing a red dress adorned with paddles and the NVIT logo. This dressed is used to represent the presence of those missing and murdered during school ceremonies
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and events. “Our Indigenization Committee and Elders Committee wanted to have a red dress inside the building to represent the missing and murdered ingidenous girls and women.” Students at NVIT regularly receive communications regarding the institution’s sexual violence policy, highlighting the importance of adressing topics such as consent and sexual assault. The school also offers a plethora of mental health support for students who require it, maintaining a contract with Nicola Family Therapy. Sterling-Bur says educating the community and creating awareness are key. “This is happening. Not only for Indigenous women and girls and two-spirited, but for young men and men within our territory. It’s quite prominent and very scary.” Connecting with those who may be more vulnerable, such as individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues, may help to reduce their risk of becoming a victim of the MMIWG crisis, says Sterling-Bur, adding that these groups aren’t exclusively targeted but have higher risk factors. Those interested in more information about NVIT’s new memorial garden and other initiatives should call 250-378-3300, or visit their website at www.nvit.ca.
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Saying goodbye to a beloved daughter was found. With the help of Tseshaht First Nation, the family was able to conduct a spiritual ceremony. She was taken to Kamloops and from there she was picked up by her family and they started a procession heading back to Lower Nicola. Belcourt moved to Port Alberni two years ago. The young woman was
described by her family as an artist who loved music, and dance. The family hung a Red Dress in Port Alberni, across the site where Belcourt was found. The dress symbolizes the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls. As of now there have been no arrests made for the death of Belcourt.
Nicola Valley Community Justice Services Society Nicola Cree Belcourt was a proud member of the Lower Nicola Indian Band. Izaiah Reyes/Herald
Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM On Thursday, April 14, a ceremony was held in Lower Nicola to celebrate the life of Nicola Cree Belcourt. The ceremony was held at the Belcourt compound in Lower Nicola. A number of relatives from across BC attended the cer-
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emony to pay their respects. Belcourt, 30, was a member of the Lower Nicola Indian Band. After an incident on April 2 in Port Alberni, RCMP found Belcourt unresponsive and, though acting quickly, was not successful with their medical response. Belcourt’s family had gone to Port Alberni to visit the site where Belcourt
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LNIB hosts Red Dress Month awreness walk
About 65 people attended the first Red Dress walk hosted by LNIB on March 15. Izaiah Reyes/ Herald
Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM On Thursday, May 5, the Lower Nicola Indian Band will be hosting a walk in honor of the MMIWG2S National Awareness Day. The walk will take place from Shulus Hall to Shulus Arbor and will be in honor of the murdered and missing Indigenous women, girls, and two spirt. MMIWG2S has been an ongoing issue that the Indigenous community have been facing in Canada. “We want to show support and awareness for the MMIWG2S,” said Carole Basil, organizer of the LNIB Red Dress
Walk. “There’s been numerous MMIWG2S in our community and it’s very heartbreaking.” Basil shares how LNIB decided to organize a Red Dress walk. “I became aware of the Red Dress movement around 2017,” said Basil. “I’ve always wanted to show support and we were planning something for 2019 but COVID came so we weren’t able to do anything.” LNIB hosted a similar event back in March 15. This was the band’s first organized Red Dress walk and dozens of people walked to Shulus Arbor dressed in red. Red is the color that symbolizes the
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MMIWG2S movement. “We didn’t have a lot of time to plan it,” Basil explained the March 15 walk. “There were still restrictions but we still had really good support and had about 65 people in attendance. ” The band has invited other organizations to join in the walk, such as; Scwexmx Child and Family Services, NVIT, Merritt Secondary School, and Nlaka’pamux Health Services. Participants are set to meet up at
Shulus Hall at 10:30 am on May 5. People are once again encouraged to wear red in honor of the movement. Once the people have made it to the Arbor, There will be a program taking place which includes prayer, hand drumming, guest speakers, songs, and dance. “We want to show support and awareness for the MMIWG2S,” said Basil. “There’s been numerous MMIWG2S in our community and it’s very heartbreaking.”
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Recovering from trauma through advocacy
Local MMIWG2S+ survivor and activist Danielle Jack says she is currently in the process of “reclaiming her spirit.” Photo/Danielle Jack
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Content warning: this report contains content that some people may find disturbing. Discretion is advised. It is often said that activism is born in the face of adversity, a statement which would certainly apply to local Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and
Girls (MMIWG) activist Danielle Jack. The Indigenous single mother has resided in the community for 26 years, and has been advocating for underrepresented groups such as MMIWG and domestic abuse survivors for as long as she can remember. She says her own experience reporting her sexual assault and receiving no justice lit a fire in her and inspired her to work on protecting others. “I’ve been active in MMIWG for many years now, because I am a survivor. I was abducted when I was 12 years old. I was beaten and brutally raped. When they thought I was dead, they left me on the side of the road and urinated on me. I had to walk home naked.” “I know what it’s like to be missing, I know that feeling to be gone. That’s why I fight so much to help find our missing.” The road to recovery from this incident has been long and punishing for Jack, who struggled with mental health and addiction throughout her life. Multiple studies show the link between increased addiction rates and surviving sexual assault. Jack says her activism has been fueled by these events, but was ignited during a scary encounter last year. “My activism started more when I was
nearly abducted in Merritt last year. I was walking to my car and was approached by a man, and at the same time a van pulled up beside me and a man was trying to grab me from inside the van as well.” After the initial shock of the close-call wore off, Jack was inspired to ensure that other women wouldn’t have to face the same fears. “Merritt is kind of a small comfy town, and I’ve always felt safe here after 26 years. It pushed me to bring awareness to the issue and keep women safe. It’s impacted not just Merritt alone, it’s impacting all of us. There isn’t one Indigenous person out there that is not impacted by MMIW. Just last night I received a call that one of my friends is missing. It’s impacting everyone.” Ranging in variety from workshops and speeches to media interviews and organizing city-wide awareness walks, Jack is committed to bringing awareness to MMIWG issues. “It’s happening on our own land. We’re going missing and being murdered on our own land. A lot of people still don’t know what MMIWG is.” Jack says social media has been vital in spreading awareness and organizing efforts to bring an end to this ongoing
crisis, adding that public education on Indigenous issues and sharing of survivor’s stories only strengthen the cause. “Educate yourself on this. It’ll start shedding light on it. Speak up, get it out there. That helps other people’s stories. It gives them the courage to speak out.” Being a survivor herself, Jack encourages other survivors to speak up and share their story, a process she says has helped her to heal from past traumas. “I’ve given up many times and lost myself to addiction, and really felt worthless. When you’re in that position it has a way of dehumanizing you, and it strips you of everything that you hold worthy in you. Speak your truth, even if your voice is faint. That in itself is healing.” Also a survivor of domestic violence and child sex trafficking, Jack says she will continue to raise awareness and enact change to support fellow survivors and prevent future incidents. Moving forward, Jack looks to continue her activism while also healing from the past, and says she is currently in the process of reclaiming her spirit. This includes traveling to the site of her assault, as well as other locations where she experienced loss, reclaiming them as part of herself.
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MINING IS ONE OF BC’S LARGEST AND OLDEST INDUSTRIES AND BC MINING WEEK IS AN OPPORTUNIT Y TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE THE IMPORTANCE OF THE MODERN INDUSTRY TO BRITISH COLUMBIANS.
Merritt’s long history with the mining industry
An aerial view of Craigmont Mine, located 14 km from Merritt, in 1967. Photo/Nicola Valley Museum & Archives
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM While Merritt may remain a small ranching community at heart, much of its growth can be attributed to the support of the mining industry, says Cameron Bridge, Manager of the Nicola Valley Museum & Archives. While it has always been known that Merritt sits on land rich with natural resources such as coal and copper, Bridges says that in the beginning it was a matter of being able to access and transport it. “It was a rather small community back in the day, largely just a ranching commu-
nity. While it had always been known that the city sits on a coal bed, there wasn’t a cost effective way to extract it. For quite a while, people would just go up into the hills to get coal.” The arrival of a railway through the City in the early 20th century sparked major economic and population growth throughout the valley, with the railway allowing for high-volume transportation of mined ores. “A railway came through town in 1907, and that’s largely the reason why coal mines started opening up. People started coming to town to work, government offices moved her, many businesses moved
to Merritt. It was becoming the population centre, and that’s how it became the heart of the Nicola Valley.” The development Merritt experienced as a result of its newfound success was exponential, and could be seen by locals and visitors alike. After the first mines opened, other businesses followed suit. Armstrong’s General Store, which once occupied what is now the Country Music Hall of Honour, served the newly minted community. Merritt Bottle Works, formerly located at the Baillie House information centre, began to sell sodas to the miners that now called the area home. “It went from a tiny town of a handful of people in 1904, to all of a sudden an incorporated City within a decade.” Bridge says that as the “oil boom” began around the 1930s, leading to a downturn in the production of coal as a power source. It wasn’t until the establishment of mines such as Craigmont in 1958 that led Merritt to become a part of BC’s push to become a large-scale producer of copper. The Valley’s history with copper goes farther back than coal. “The first mine actually wasn’t a coal mine. It was Aberdeen Mine, which was for copper. Located to the north of Craigmont Mine, it was relatively small.” The possible dangers of the mining industry can be seen by looking at the history it has in Merritt, including an explosion at the Diamondvale Mine, formerly located just outside City limits. The explosion occurred in March of 1912 and was caused by improper ventilation of the
The first mine in Nicola Valley was the Aberdeen Copper Mine 16 kilometres away from Merritt . Photo/Nicola Valley Museum & Archives
mineshaft, killing seven men and injuring five others. Moving forward, the museum is focused on continuing to educate the public on the Valley’s rich and diverse history, including the lesser-known importance of mining on the foundation of our community. “Merritt has always been a ranching community, but it does have an extensive history with mining. I’m not sure how
A photo of the Middlesboro Collieries. Photo/Nicola Valley Museum & Archives
many people seriously know that. Merritt doesn’t really seem like a mining town, but it was largely formed on the basis of mining. It became the community that it is because of mining.” For more information on the history of Merritt and the Nicola Valley, call the museum at 250-378-4145, or visit in person at 1675 Tutill Court. Their website is also available at www.nicolavalleymuseum. org.
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The job of a consulting process engineer
Alex Doll of Logan Lake poses at a mine in Chile, one of his mining consulting company’s many global projects. Photo/Alex Doll
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM A Logan Lake man is one of very few in the world designing highly complicated mining circuits and similar equipment,
and hopes to highlight the importance of the industry’s very direct impact on our lives. Alex Doll of Alex G. Doll Consulting jokes that when he tells border security agents his source of employment, the responses to his incredibly niche answer are often confused. “The formal term for what I’m doing is a consulting process engineer. I specialize in the conceptual design of mineral grinding circuits,” explained Doll. “In a typical processing plant, like the one down the road at Highland Valley here, they’ve got these great big grinding mills. I am one of about half a dozen people in the world that chooses the dimensions and motor sizes of those mills.” Doll’s consulting business is often contracted by larger companies looking to conceptualize and build new mines, or improve on current operations. The complex nature of many mining circuits requires many different areas of expertise, says Doll. “It’s an onion with all these layers, and the deeper down you go, the more specialized the skills become. I work on about 50 projects a year, scattered all over the
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world.” While his role is often producing a technical memorandum of his findings and recommendations, he is often out in the field at mining operations all over the world. Doll has spread the name and good reputation of BC’s mining community not just across Canada, but as far as Mexico, Chile, and Brazil. He is currently working on multiple research projects, and despite the global nature of his work, utilizes resources close to home. “There’s actually two labs in Kamloops that can do the tests that I need,” said Doll. “British Columbia is known globally as a source of mining expertise.” Residing in Logan Lake, Doll knows directly the impacts mining has on small communities such as Merritt and Logan Lake. “There’s a lot of jobs that are directly related to activities in BC ore bodies. There are two mineral deposits south of Merritt creating jobs, as well as Highland Valley, New Afton, and several exploration projects. These are middle-class and upper middle-class jobs and there are thousands of them.” These jobs benefit the local economy
greatly, enabling consumers to buy products and services throughout the community. These products and services need to come from somewhere, says Doll. “If it can’t be grown, it’s got to be mined. People want products, and those products either come from resources that are mined or it can come from renewable resources. Everything tangible, every telephone you use and pen you pick up, has components that come from mining and oil extraction, as well as agriculture.” Moving forward, Doll is focused on his numerous ongoing projects at mining operations all over the globe in partnership with fellow industry experts and mining companies. He is optimistic about the industry’s future, but warns that the province must tread carefully. “The hard truth is that mining exploration requires access to vast quantities of land, but very little of it will ever be developed as a mine. You can only find usable ore bodies where they already exist. What’s important in a province like British Columbia is that we don’t cut off too much of the land base from mineral exploration.”
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The Craigmont Mines will be the resource for ripraps and other construction needs for infrastructure repairs throughout Lower Nicola. Photo/Tyler Bateson
Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM The flooding event back in November of 2021, had caused an extensive range of damage throughout multiple high-
ways, the Merritt community, as well as Lower Nicola. The floods destroyed infrastructure, isolated communities, many of which are First Nations, and caused altered river flow. Through an agreement with the Lower Nicola Site Services (LNSS),
Nicola Mining will assist in the repairs of destroyed infrastructures in Lower Nicola. “Both sides wanted to do something for the community,” said Peter Espig, CEO of Nicola Mining Inc. “LNSS has skills that we don’t have in Nicola. It was the perfect partnership and the perfect opportunity to work together.” The five-year agreement gives LNSS exclusive rights to utilize resources such as rocks and gravel at the Craigmont Mine while in return, the Nicola Mining will receive per-tonne royalties for all materials extracted. LNSS will use the riprap to repair vital infrastructures next to rivers and streams for fortification against future floodings. The mining company will be responsible for bonding while LNSS will shoulder the rest of the accrued costs. Royalties paid will go towards maintenance of Nicola Mining’s site. At the end of the agreement term, LNSS will have an option to extend for another five years. “This is going to provide a lot of jobs and opportunities,” said Tyler Bateson, Infracon’s local area manager for Merritt. “It will help speed up the repairs on
Highway 8 and help protect the properties and homes along Nicola River from potential future flooding.” Under the Agreement, LNSS will also get preference for services that it provides over other contractors, so long as these services are deemed to be competitive. On March 29, 2022, Nicola Mining successfully received their Notice of Departure: Extraction and Processing of Rock at the New Craigmont Project from the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation (EMLI) for its M-68 permit. The request asks for an allowance of up to 3.0 million tonnes of inert available rock material for the infrastructure repairs at a production rate of approximately 1500 tonnes per day. Nicola Mining initially submitted the Notice on February 4, 2022. There is also an application submitted for a gravel pit at the New Craigmont Mine site. had held a gravel pit permit, #G-15-19, Nicola Mining’s five-year mine plan had expired and requires an updated mine plan from a certified engineer. LNSS and the Company have already commenced the application process, including mine pit design, for an application to EMLI.
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BC Mining Month: “Changing Mines, Changing Minds”
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Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Province of British Columbia and Mining Association of British Columbia (MABC) have announced that May is officially BC Mining Month, which looks to
celebrate and recognize the contributions of the mining industry on communities across the province, and its role in reducing carbon emissions. The sixteen mines and two smelters across BC create 35,000 jobs across the province with an average wage of $123,700. Their annual contribution to all levels of government nears $2.5 billion. Mines in BC spend an estimated $3 billion annually with 215 small, medium, and Indigenous-affiliated businesses. “BC Mining Month is an excellent opportunity to showcase the willingness of our industry to embrace change and innovation, whether that be social, environmental or technological,” said Michael Goehring, president and CEO of the MABC. “BC is a world-class mining jurisdiction that has stepped up to find new and better ways to produce metals and minerals, providing important benefits for the communities they operate in.” This year’s theme of “Changing Mines, Changing Minds” highlights how mining impacts environmental issues such as carbon emissions, climate change, and safety. MABC’s aim is to support the industry’s continuous improvement and implemen-
tation of “green” technologies to reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and enhance the safety of communities and workers. “For more than 170 years mining has played a key role in the development and growth of British Columbia,” said Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation Bruce Ralston. “As we undergo the massive shift from reliance on fossil fuels to cleaner technology, B.C.’s mining industry will be critical
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Teck sponsors first copper-outfitted daycare in Canada
Michelle Hawkins addressing the attendees of the Laugh and Learn daycare’s open house. Izaiah Reyes/ Herald
Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM On Monday, April 25, the Laugh and Learn Daycare had its grand opening announcement in their building along Chartrand Avenue in Logan Lake, BC. The new daycare has been a three year project that, with Teck’s involve-
ment, will be the first of its kind in Canada with copper installations. “A cornerstone of Teck is innovation,” said Matt Parrilla, general manager for Teck Highland Valley Copper Operations. “What we’re really excited about here is this is the first daycare in Canada using antimicrobial properties of copper on
high traffic and high touch surfaces. That is part of innovation in practice. We are making it safer for the kids and other members of the community.” 150 antimicrobial copper surfaces were installed throughout the daycare including; door handles, toilet seats, coat hooks, countertops, and washroom latches. In his opening remarks at the opening ceremony, Parrilla, said “today marks an exciting milestone in this community and I don’t want to underscore that because it’s investments like these which are extremely important to small communities.” “We know that this facility will serve an important need in the community for all families in need of childcare,” Parrilla added. Logan Lake Mayor, Robin Smith also made an appearance at the open house. She shared her thoughts on what it means to have Teck imbue it’s innovative technology in one of their community’s institutions. “I think it’s an incredible project on a number of different levels,” said Smith. “It’s an incredible feat on the part of Teck to provide this type of environment
in a small community like Logan Lake.” The daycare plans to open its doors initially for children between the ages of 0 and 5 years old. The project is sponsored by Childcare BC, Childcare Capital and Community Services Branch, Ministry of Children and Family Development, District of Logan Lake, and Teck. “We are very excited to partner with Teck in this project,” said Michelle Hawkins, board president of Logan Lake Laugh and Learn Society. “With us being the community that surrounds Highland Valley Copper, copper is a big part of our life and our town is here because of that.” Teck has been championing the importance of metals and mining in people’s everyday lives through their Copper and Health program. The mining company has partnered with many organizations such as Vancouver General Hospital, Translink, Toronto Transit Commission, and BC Institute of Technology. The Laugh and Learn daycare is set to open on May 16. For more information on the daycare’s copper installation please visit www.copperstopsthespread.ca
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One of the largest copper mines in the world and resources into environmental planning through all stages of the mining life cycle, to mitigate the mining activities’ impacts on the surrounding environment. Moving forward, Teck and HVC are focused on extending the life of the mine to 2040, which is currently set to close in 2027 or 2028. They say the extension will sustain the approximate 1,300 jobs and up to $800 million in total economic benefits through an extension of existing site infrastructure. For more information, visit www.teck. com. Teck Resources’ Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine is one of the largest open pit copper mines in the world, and has been a prominent community stakeholder since opening in 1963. Photo/Herald file photo
Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Teck Resources’ Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine is one of the largest open pit copper mines in the world, and has been a prominent community stakeholder since opening in 1963. Originally named Bethlehem Copper Mine, the site is located 35km north of Merritt. Production efforts ramped up so quickly that the nearby Municipality of Logan Lake was built to accommodate new workers. The Highland Valley Copper name that Merrittonians know the operation by today wouldn’t be established until mid 1986. Copper production at HVC is projected to between 127,000 and 133,000 tonnes, and continually increase until 2025. In 2021, the mine produced 131,000 tonnes of copper. According to Teck’s website, the company pays $185 million in wages and benefits, spends close to $137 million on local goods and services, and contributes $75 million in municipal and provincial taxes every year. Providing over 1000 jobs to many surrounding communities, the mine has always been considered one of the area’s economic powerhouses. Teck Resources, HVC’s owner, has been focused on giving back to their surrounding communities. During last year’s fires, they donated $70,000 to various organizations offering relief to those affected, including the Nicola Valley Food Bank. After November’s flooding hit, Teck donated $250,000 to recovery efforts. The resource company has also donated to healthcare initiatives all throughout the province, such as donations to the Nicola Valley Healthcare Endowment Foundation’s emergency room expansion project, as well as $10 million to St. Paul’s hospital in Vancouver last year. The mine says it is committed to incorporating Indigenous values, culture,
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Nicola Mining Inc. hopes that 2022 will be remembered for communities working together to rebuild our region. While Nicola is committed to producing gold and silver concentrate and exploration of the Craigmont Copper Project, we are equally committed to help rebuild highway infrastructure, protect waterways, and continue ongoing dust reclamation.
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Highland Valley Copper Formed in 1986 through merging existing mines in the valley, the operation produces copper and molybdenum concentrates through a process involving grinding and flotation. Approximately 1300 people are employed at HVC, primarily residing in Kamloops, Merritt, Logan Lake, Lower Nicola, Ashcroft and Cache Creek. The pursuit of sustainability guides our approach to business. Focus areas of our comprehensive sustainability strategy are Health and Safety, Community and Indigenous Peoples, Climate Change, Our People, Responsible Production, Biodiversity and Reclamation, Water, and Tailings Management. HVC is proposing the Highland Valley Copper 2040 Project (HVC 2040) to extend the life of the operation to at least 2040, through an extension of the existing site infrastructure. HVC 2040 allows for the continuation of social and economic benefits for the region, while also helping to meet the growing demand for copper driven by the transition to a low-carbon future. Copper is a critical material for the low-carbon transition as it is required for green energy systems and technologies including electric vehicles. We are committed to being an industry leader in proactive engagement with our communities. To ensure that our communities are being heard, we have established a few channels of communications.
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Merritt local leads Team Canada in Pan-American Championships
John Stuart got his break as the head coach after the recommendation of previous coach Mark Smith. Izaiah Reyes/Herald
Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Team Canada is once again representing the country for softball at the Pan-American Championships. The team notched silver at the tournament after a long two-year layoff and leading the charge, none other than Merrittonian, John Stuart. Stuart has been the head coach for the men’s national team since 2014, running a program that has collected many medals over the years. Passion for softball has always been
there for Stuart, who started out playing men’s softball at 16 in Squamish, BC. He claims that he would’ve never imagined that he would be in the position he’s in today. “It’s been a pretty unbelievable experience it just kind of happened by accident,” Stuart recalled. “I never really thought about it but once I got into it, I just loved it. I love the thinking part of it; I love the maneuvering, the strategic part of coaching and managing people.” One thing led to another for Stuart; from coaching Team BC then the Vancouver Grey Sox. Afterwards Stuart became a guest coach for Team Canada, then becoming an assistant coach, and eventually being the head coach after his mentor, Mark Smith, vacated the position. “He was the one that gave me the break to get me involved with Team Canada,” said Stuart. Under the direction of Stuart, Team Canada has seen repeated success; winning gold at the 2015 World Championships in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan then winning gold at the
Pan-American Games in Toronto the same year. In 2017 Team Canada won bronze in the World Championships held in Whitehorse, Yukon. In 2019, the squad was able to win Bronze at the Pan-American games in Prague, Czech Republic before all sports were shut down. “The World Championships were every two years but because of COVID our team has not been together since Prague,” Stuart Explained. Their play in 2019 earned them a spot in Argentina for the 2022 Pan-American Championships. Ten teams competed and Team Canada has been undefeated leading up to the championship game. “Our pitching has been phenomenal and our hitting has been getting better every game,” Stuart explained. “I’d say we’re about 80 percent from where we were before COVID. Hopefully we get into the gold medal game and then anything can happen.” Unfortunately the team lost against Argentina in the gold medal game with a Final score of 4-1. However they are now
qualified for the World Championships happening in New Zealand, November of this year because they finished top four in the rankings. Outside of his duties with Team Canada, Stuart is also an active member of the community. The head coach had the pleasure of helping out with the Christmas dinners hosted in Merritt for the past two years. “I travel a lot for ball but with COVID I’ve been home a lot so it was a blessing in that respect because I had the chance to help out more in the community,” Stuart explained. “I come from a small community and now I’m back in a small community with Merritt and that’s where I want to be.” Stuart said that he also would like to give back by helping grow the sport of softball in the Merritt for those interested. “I’m always willing to help out and build the sport as long as I’m available,” said Stuart. “I would like to help out kids, maybe host a development camp which I’ve talked about with my assistant coach.” To get the latest news on Team Canada please visit their website www.softball.ca
Kentucky, Merritt-born and raised equestrian Dana Cooke has her sights set on attending the World Equestrian Games and giving back to her hometown. Cooke spoke with the Herald after placing 5th, and claiming the top Canadian spot, in the CCI 4*-S at the Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event from April 28 to May 1. “Merritt had suffered a lot of devastation and damage over the past year, and it’s my hometown. I’m not able to be there in person to help out, so this is the way I felt like I could,” said Cooke. Currently raising funds for her spot at the World Equestrian Games, a portion of the proceeds will go to Cooke’s “Merritt
Relief Fund,” hoping to provide aid to those in the community who continue to recover from November’s flooding. Recently, Cooke has hosted an online auction as well as a fundraiser event at Kingfisher Park in Mooresville, North Carolina, now home for the Canadian born equestrian. “It went very well, I’m currently around $30,000 in total funds,” said Cooke, noting that fundraising efforts are still ongoing. Next, Cooke will compete in the Millstreet International Event in Ireland from June 2 to 4. After the competition, she plans to return to the Nicola Valley for the first time in three years.
“I was teaching in Oregon and I planned to fly home in November, but that’s when the flooding happened. I’ve been trying really hard to get back to Merritt and back to BC for three years.” Cooke hopes to raise awareness around the sport as a whole, which she says is at risk of being removed from the next Olympic games. “Our sport is a lot different than any other sport. You have an animal involved, so you need to be a good athlete as a human as well as communicate with your horses.” For more information on how to donate please email Marcia Cooper at marciacooper@telus.net.
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Dana Cooke was the top Canadian contender, placing 5th overall, at the Land Rover Kentucky 3 Day Event. Sarah Miller/MacMillan Photography
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Panthers compete in track and field for the first time in two years
Grade 10, Rae Bassett competing at the junior women’s triple jump. Photo/Misty Sheldon
Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Merritt Secondary School’s track and field team competed in the ‘Battle of BC’ on Saturday, April 30, at the TRU Hillside Stadium in Kamloops.
This is the first meet MSS has entered since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’m quite happy we have 10 athletes this year,” said Randy Sheldon, head coach of the MSS track and field team. “It’s been quite a challenge for a lot
of families and athletes just to play sports and now that things are opening up, we will continue to build from here.” The following is the list of MSS athletes finishing in the top 3 of their respective events; • Sophia Thomson - (1st place) Grade 8 women’s Discus Throw 1 kg • Michaela Nicholls - (3rd place) Junior women’s 200 metre dash • Rae Bassett - (3rd place) Junior women’s triple jump • Sophia Thomson - (2nd place) Grade 8 women’s javelin throw 500 g • Ryland Sheldon - (2nd place) Junior men’s 100 m dash “Considering that we haven’t had track and field for a couple of years, I think they did really well,” Sheldon explained. “The majority of my athletes have never been to an event like this. They’ve never seen a high school meet ran by officials.” Aside from COVID-19 protocol, the team faces another challenge as their training grounds at Voght Park were ruined by the flood. This means that they have no place to train for upcoming meets. Luckily, Judy Armstrong, president of the Kamloops Track and Field Club, has welcomed MSS to their own training grounds. “We’re very thankful for the
Kamloops Track and Field Club,” said Sheldon. “They are allowing us to train with them on Saturdays. We’re combining our teams during Saturdays where one of their coaches are training the sprinters while I’ve been taking care of the jumpers and Misty would teach some throwing.” Sheldon is coaching a team with no history with High School track and field. The Panthers are made up of athletes from grade 8-10. This maybe a challenge but Sheldon admire the team’s enthusiasm for the sport. “I would say the overall feeling is that we’re just so happy to put spikes back on the track,” said Sheldon. “Instead of looking behind us, at what we missed, we’re just looking ahead to what we can now have; friendly competition, meeting new people, and getting back on the track.” The Panthers will hit the ground running as they are now set to compete at the Dylan Armstrong meet on Saturday, May 7 in Kamloops. This meet will serve as a qualifier for the BC Summer Games. “This will be our second meet out and some of our kids can take what they’ve learned from the first track meet and apply it here,” Sheldon explained. “We’re just hoping to get a couple of personal bests. We’ll see if we can get a little bit better as we work our way to the West Zone Championships which is on the 11th (May) in Kamloops.”
that have been around for a long time.” MSC member and Merritt local Simon Rizzardo also took home another honour from the awards gala in Kamloops, being named 2022’s Groomer of the Year for his extensive volunteer work maintaining the organization’s trail networks. BCSF says the award is designed specifically for individuals that have given an “exemplary effort in maintaining a local grooming program.” “Getting recognized for volunteer work is always a great thing,” said Rizzardo of the honours. “This year I’ve poured my heart into the club, even starting in the off season last summer. My family and I installed groomer trackers, and a webcam on top of Thynne mountain.” Rizzardo hopes these technological advancements will bring the club into the 21st century, leading to an increase in sponsorship opportunities and more enjoyable riding experiences for those utilizing the trails. “We’re going to expand into looking
for more sponsors for next season. We’d like to build another webcam on the Honeymoon trail. That involves having solar panels, batteries, and another LTE modem.” Along with his club’s trail grooming committee, Rizzardo works to maintain over 150 kilometres of snowmobile trail in the Nicola Valley area. The MSC also maintains a parking lot and staging area at kilometre zero of the trail networks in Brookmere. Maintenance work is time consuming, with volunteers pitching in hundreds of hours of work annually. Moving forward, the club is entering its off season, which includes summer maintenance on its trail grooming equipment, engaging the community and sponsors for support, and planning for another award-winning season on the trails. For more information, or to get involved with the Merritt Snowmobile Club, please email merrittsnowmobileclub@hotmail.ca, or call Adam at 250315-3673.
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Member Simon Rizzardo (L) and President Adam McDonald (R) pose with their awards at the BCSF gala on April 30. Photo/Merritt Snowmobile Club
The Merritt Snowmobile Club (MSC) and its members will need to make some room in the trophy case after winning two awards at the British Columbia Snowmobile Federation’s (BCSF) annual general meeting and awards gala on April 30. The volunteer-based organization, originally founded in April of 1972, has been dedicated to the development and maintenance of their extensive snowmobiling trail system. The club was honoured with an award commemorating their 50 years of commitment to the sport, having reached its golden anniversary on April 5 of this year. “It’s always great to give any of our volunteers recognition,” said Adam McDonald, president of the MSC and vice president of BCSF. “It goes to show that there’s a dedicated group of snowmobilers in the valley
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health struggles find a place to be. “We’re seeing the good works of the Lord because he’s saving our people. We’ve seen vast changes in a lot of the people that have been downtrodden and suffering with addiction. He’s saving them.” Moving forward, the Somang Mission Community looks to continue its support and service
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Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Somang Mission Community (SMC) has been hard at work supporting Merrittonians who need it most throughout the pandemic, flood, and fire filled year that was 2020. To kick off Asian Heritage Month, the church opened its doors for a night of culture, food, dance, and togetherness. The sounds of singing and conversation between
neighbours filled the air at SMC’s “Korean Event,” which took place May 1 at the organization’s church on Coldwater Avenue. Volunteers organized traditional Korean music and dance, served a culturally infused potluck dinner, and even offered activities such as acupuncture and hair cuts, all free of charge. Looking to bring comfort to the city, Pastor John Kim
and his team at SMC often organize cultural and community based events such as this, which advances their mission to serve. The church aims to provide wraparound support in any way possible to its parishioners. “The mission of our church is to serve all of the community, particularly First Nations. Pastor John goes out to Shackan, Nooaitch, Coldwater, and we serve Lytton now
that many of them are in Merritt,” said Bonita Eagles, Director for the SMC. “He visits all the motels of displaced parishioners once a week, gathers up the flock and provides transportation.” Through weekly services and outreach services to connect with those in vulnerable sectors of the population, the church looks to build connections and promote togetherness in a community that continues to
heal from floodwaters and wildfires, as well as the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “We kept coming during the pandemic. We kept our doors open, we masked up and followed all the regulations. We never gave up.” This sense of community has led to positive outcomes for many, according to Eagles, who says she has seen many struggle with addiction and mental
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m. Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m. St. Michael’s Anglican Church 1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m. Trinity United Church Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time every Sunday - 10 am Somang Mission Community Church (SMC) 1755 Coldwater Ave. (The Cadet Hall) Sunday Service Time: 4:00 pm • 250-280-1268 Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
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Mrs. Marlene Street (née Bauer) passed away peacefully with her family by her side in Merritt, BC on April 27th, 2022 at the age of 74. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Allison Street (Alain Fortier) of Gatineau, QC and Angela Street (Mark Freeman) of Calgary, AB, her grandchildren Zachary, Michaela, Spencer and Jane Graham, Lucas and Sébastien Fortier, 11 nieces and nephews as well as many other relatives and good friends. Marlene was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Morris Street (Mo). Marlene was raised in Osoyoos, BC where she had many happy memories. It was there that she met the love of her life, Morris. The blushing bride and her husband moved to Merritt, BC in 1965. Marlene was a fixture in the Nicola Valley community, she loved to cook and bake for her family as well as for others. She was known and loved for her witty sense of humour and would give her opinion to you straight up, if you asked. She was very giving of her time. Family and friends came first always. Marlene was a Mom and Grandma not only to her daughters and grandkids but also a Mom and Grandma figure to so many others. She loved people, she loved to laugh and if you found yourself in conversation with her, you would always feel better at the end of a visit. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 15th 2022 at 1:30 pm at Crossroads Community Church, with Pastor Jim Caruso officiating. Interment to follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery, located at 1675 Juniper Drive.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sophie who passed away peacefully at the age of 90 years old at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams lake with family by her side. She was a loving Mother, Oma and a friend to many who all adored her. She was stylish and elegant with the most pleasant personality with a bright and beautiful soul. She first came to Canada in the early fifties to be with her loving husband John in Williams Lake where she had her two sons Roland and Erwin. She worked at the Famous Bakery and Café for about ten years then moving to Merritt with her family for over 55 years. In that time she enjoyed her hobbies of gardening, baking and dancing and loved her home with John and family while making many close friends over the years. She loved travelling to different places but especially to Germany to visit family, and loved when her relatives would come to visit from Gemany. She loved and got such a thrill when her grandchildren would also come to visit and play in the yard. In 2017 she moved back to Williams Lake to be closer to family and the need to live in Assisted Living at The Seniors Villiage where she also made many more friends. Sophie is pre-deceased by her loving huband John and sister Emily and also two of her grandchildren Christy and Adrian. Survived by sons Roland (Alexis) and Erwin (Debby); sister Betty (Manfred); nephews Manfred Jr. (Roswehta), Thomas (Susanne), Andreas (Marga), and Peter (Uschi); grandchildren Angelina (Rob), Ben (Karen), Shannon, Melanie (Rob), and Keona; great-grandchildren Chloe, Levi, Roman, Alexander, Lily, Scarlett, Mira and Rayne. A special thanks to close family members Koby and Angeline for always being there over the years for our dear Mom. And to all the Staff and Home Care involved at The Williams Lake Seniors Villiage. We are so grateful for the time we had with her and will miss her dearly. But now Mom and Dad are together again Ballroom dancing. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
LINDA JEAN BEST April 16, 1941 - April 25, 2022 Linda passed away peacefully in Merritt BC on April 25, 2022. She was born in Kamloops BC on April 16, 1941 to Cyril & Helen Pinchback. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 45 years Warren Best of Merritt BC, her son Grant Greenall (Charlotte) of Chase BC, Daughter Cheryl Greenall of Tappen BC, Son Stephen McNiven (Sharon) of Merritt , BC Step-son Greg Best (Susan) of Union Bay, BC , Step-son Mike Best of Lake Cowichan, BC. and Sister-in-law Judy Pinchback of Port Alberni, BC. She was predeceased by her parents and a brother Johnston Pinchback. She will also be lovingly remembered by numerous grand children and great grand children as well as many, many friends in Merritt. In addition to her family Linda’s greatest love was golf. She was an excellent golfer and won the Merritt Golf Club’s Ladies Club Championship 14 years in a row from 1982 to 1995. She also played in many Provincial and National championships. There will be no service or celebration of life at this time. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the charity of one’s choice. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.MerrittFuneralChapel. com
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April 15, 1948 – April 21, 2022 Claude spent most of his life in Lower Nicola and Merritt, moving there from Hudson’s Bay Saskatchewan at the age of 8. He is predeceased by his father Ralph and his mother Denise. Claude was born 5th, in a family of 11 children. Claude had two children of his own, Mark and Sherry Lynn, who he enjoyed and was very proud of. He also had grandchildren and great grandchildren. When he was younger he spent time playing baseball and hockey, as well as hunting. And as he grew older he preferred to watch sports from his armchair, and instead enjoyed slower paced fishing and golf. He loved gardening, cooking, music and reading. He was happiest when spending time with friends and family. He fought a long battle against cancer without complaint. He slipped away peacefully at his home in Vernon, with a loving friend by his side. Claude was a unique and caring individual who touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a wonderful Dad, Brother, Grandfather and Uncle who will be missed by many. There will be a private service at a later date. Donations can be made to the BC cancer fund or to the charity of your choice, in his memory.
Experience is an asset but not a necessity, we will train. The position is for a yardman, running fork-lifts, pick-up and occasionally loader. Applicant must have a valid Class 5 License. This is a full-time but seasonal position, offering work for about 8 months of the year starting around April. Good Wages and benefits. Please provide a Drivers Abstract with your resume. If interested, please contact Chris Grund at 250-315-5309
Looking for energetic couple to help take care of Davis, Boss, Tahla and Shea Lake. • Must be willing to have a Police Record Check completed through the Merritt Forestry Ofce for working with Children or Vulnerable Adults. • Must have a pleasant disposition, conict resolution skills, money skills and a good work ethic. • Job will include daily collection of campsite fees, garbage pickup, and outhouse cleaning. May also include some weed eating or lawn cutting.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Nicola) Ltd. is now accepting applications for Equipment Operators, Labourers and Rest Area Maintenance Workers for the 2022 Spring/Summer season. A valid BC Driver’s License is required. Wage rates range from $22.66 - $31.34 per hour depending on position. YRB provides highway maintenance services in Merritt, Logan Lake, Lytton and surrounding areas. There is a possibility that employment will lead into winter work. Resumes including driver’s abstracts may be emailed, mailed, or delivered. Closing date: May 20, 2022 Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Attention: Rodney Hafner Yellowhead Road & Bridge 2925 Pooley Ave. Merritt, BC V1K 1C2 jobs@yrb.ca
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We are a professional couple looking for a caring, responsible, and experienced caregiver to care for our two young children - a nine-year-old boy and a seven-year-old boy. The successful applicant will be a caregiver with at least three years experience in nannying, childcare or au pair work. You must love children and be mature, reliable, trustworthy, punctual, patient, kind and well presented. You will be required to start Thursday, June 30, 2022 with an end date of August 31, 2022. This summertime 3 day per week position would start at 7:30 a.m. and finish at 3:00 p.m. each day. Your responsibilities would include: • Keeping the boys safe and clean • Preparing meals and snack for both boys • Planning and going on outings to different parks and areas of Merritt • Playing with the kids and going out for walks • Meeting the children’s social, emotional and physical needs • Providing age-appropriate activities • Reading to both boys • Cleaning and general housekeeping • Driving them to/from swimming lessons • Going to and from the library You will need a current Working with Children criminal record check, and a current valid Class 5 driver’s licence. First Aid would be preferable. Salary to be negotiated. If interested, please send all resumes and professional references to lindseyannhenderson@gmail.com no later than June 3, 2022
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Reporting to the Director of Human Services, the HCN is responsible for providing health promotion and education programs, health related counseling and support to community members, and will be working in cooperation with the Community Health Nurse (CHN) and the Home & Community Care staff to ensure that health needs are being met in the community. (LPN with required training or RN)
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The Communications role supports and assists the activities of the Chief and Council and LNIB the areas of internal and external communication, media relations, education and promotional plans, and publication management with outcomes that support the Lower Nicola Indian Band overall goals and maintain a positive public image of the Lower Nicola Indian Band.
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The Assistant position requires someone with an interest in building a career in Communications and currently has a strong knowledge and experience with social media, and in Office productivity tools.”
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Reporting to the Director of Human Services, the Social Development Manager is responsible for administration, program development, staff supervision and communications of Lower Nicola Band Social Services Department. This position is responsible for managing the following programs: Family Violence, Social Assistance, burials, special needs, Family Activities, and will perform band social worker roles and responsibilities.
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Notice of Proposed Rogers Communications Inc. Telecommunications Facility Description: As part of the public consultation process required by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), formerly Industry Canada, Rogers Communications Inc. is inviting the public to comment on a proposed telecommunications facility consisting of a 40 metre tripole self-support tower and ancillary radio equipment in order to provide dependable wireless communication services to this area in the vicinity of Nicola Lake. Location Address: 6355 Stagecoach Trail, Merritt, BC (PID: 028-635-159) Coordinates: 50.147880 N, 120.523640 W For More Information: Contact Rogers Communications Inc. at: Rob Kemp, Kempar Projects – Agents to Rogers Communications Inc. 2922 W. 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 1T6 Tel: 604-506-4788 Email: kemparprojects@gmail.com The public is welcome to comment on the proposal by the end of the business day on June 6, 2022, with respect to this matter. Rogers File: W3953 Nicola Lake
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The Janitor position will clean and disinfect assigned areas in accordance with safe working practices, protocols and procedures to ensure the environment is clean and safe. This position works evening from 4 pm to 11 pm.
LANDS AGENT
The Lands Agent is responsible for assisting the Lands Manager with the day to day operations of the Lands Sector relating to reserve lands for the Lower Nicola Indian Band. The incumbent supports all aspects of the Lands Sector including the implementation of work plans, laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
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CULTURAL HERITAGE AND ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD WORKERS
The successful candidate will bring their energy, enthusiasm and interest in environmental and cultural resources to a variety of resource planning and research projects. Specifically, the successful candidate will provide support to the LNIB staff on Cultural Heritage and Environmental resource development projects.
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