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TROUBLE The Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club made good on their threats to fish Corbett Lake once it froze over — and the RCMP made good on their threats to arrest them if they did. Read the full story on page 3 David Dyck/Herald
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Audit faults leisure services manager for cost overruns Plotnikoff no longer employed by the city, says CAO Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD
The City of Merritt has parted ways with its leisure services manager Larry Plotnikoff, chief administrative officer Shawn Boven has confirmed. The move comes days after an independent audit report was released, which found Plotnikoff primarily responsible for a city project that was more than$300,000 over budget. The project, a multi-use sports facility and concession/washroom building located in Central Park, to date has cost the city approximately $1.1 million, but had an original budget of $728,000. The audit report — prepared by Kelowna consultant company MMM Group — stated the project had a few unforeseen
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conditions that drove it over budget. These costly factors include extra costs for rebar and concrete for the foundation, additions to the existing plumbing system and utility installation in the concession building — the result of an oversight of the city’s own bylaws — and further engineering costs and alternative power sources being needed. The report found that through proper planning, the cost overruns could have been minimized or at least anticipated and allowed for in budget preparation. “It appears the city’s project manager did not have the proper skills or training to complete a construction project of this magnitude,” the report stated. “When cost overruns started to rise, he did not have the ability to try and minimize cost overruns by changing the project scope and/or schedule.”
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The original contract with ICE Developments, awarded in July 2014, totalled just $537,285 after taxes, but by the end of 2014 the project’s costs had reached more than $792,000. It is at this point city council should have been notified of the situation and the need for additional funding, the report stated. The sports box was mostly complete by that December but the concession/ washroom building wasn’t finished until the spring. Additional funds for LED lighting for the sports box was brought to and approved by council that December. The audit report stated that an overall budget summary should have come out at this point as well. In the report, Plotnikoff is said to have told the auditor that the reason he didn’t
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simply halt the project when issues on servicing the concession building were identified was because he had to get it done, so he kept moving forward. In the report, he also said that then-chief administrative officer Allan Chabot advised to wait until all costs were accounted for before informing council of the overages. No report was taken to council to identify the extra budget required to complete the project as it was thought there was enough money still available. Plotnikoff also said in the report that then-finance manger Ken Ostraat — who the city has also subsequently parted ways with — informed him that he would make the necessary account adjustments as to any overages through an accounting adjustment at a later date through council.
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LEFT Officers approach the lake. RIGHT Const. Brock Hedrick moves to arrest Kim Robinson. David Dyck/Herald
David Dyck THE MERRITT HERALD
Several ice fishermen from the Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club were arrested for mischief in the middle of a frozen Corbett Lake on Tuesday afternoon. The group had organized a fishing trip to protest what members claim is an illegal blocking of a public lake by private companies. Club director Rick McGowan was additionally charged with obstruction after he began arguing with police, but that charge was later dropped. The group arrived at the lake, located about 20 kilometres southeast of Merritt just off Highway 5A, at about 10 a.m., as police monitored their activity from the highway. Celebratory hollers went up as fish were caught and placed
on the ice. Some men came and went, accessing the lake through a part of the wire fence that was lifted up, while police stood by and watched. The lake is said to be surrounded by private property, owned by three different groups — Corbett Lake Lodge, Douglas Lake Cattle Company and Nicola Ranch. The club has been arguing for years that since lakes in British Columbia are public, the privately owned land surrounding them illegally restricts access. In January, members of the club, including McGowan, were arrested and charged with trespassing after fishing on the lake. The Crown stayed the charges in October. “If they’re out there and they’re going to go out on the lake, then they’re going to get arrested,� Merritt RCMP Sgt. Norm
Flemming told the Herald on the morning of the protest. “They are the masters of their own destiny.� At about 11 a.m., with about six men on the lake, two police cruisers pulled up and five Mounties made their way through the fence and onto the ice. True to Flemming’s word, RCMP Const. Brock Hedrick announced the fishermen were under arrest for mischief. “I’ll get everyone to pack up their stuff, we’ll go up to the police cars and then I have some paperwork for you,� he said. Robinson began to tell the Herald another member of the RCMP had told him to bring the whole club out to the lake. At that point, a Hendrick told Robinson he was being taken into custody. He was handcuffed and escorted off the lake while protesting loudly. McGowan was then
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approached by police as he stood holding a fishing line that disappeared into a hole in the ice. When he began to protest, officers told McGowan he was being charged with obstruction as well as mischief. “You guys did the same thing a year ago,� McGowan replied. “We were charged with trespassing and not one person was convicted of trespassing.� Eventually, all men were led from the lake. “They’re charging us with a frivolous charge,� McGowan said from the side of the highway. “You can’t charge someone for going on a public lake that you’re allowed to catch five fish in [according to] the fishing regulations and call it criminal mischief. “And that’s what they’re doing. It’s harassment, that’s all it is — harassment.� McGowan said he hoped the charges would make it to court this time. There were a total of six people charged.
Mayor says council was kept in the dark From Page 1 The audit uncovered an email excerpt from former city CAO Allan Chabot, which states that neither he nor council were initially advised of the overruns, only finding out about them after it was reported in the Herald in May. By then the project had already been completed. He said he had “notional knowledge� that there may be some additional costs prior to that, but was “wholly unaware of the nature or extent of that until late May of this year,� he said in the report. Chabot went on to state that he may have been signing progress payment cheques and the like up until that time, but the overruns were not brought to his attention by the project manager or finance manager. “The lack of communication with council and or the CAO is evident as the project overruns were reported at the completion stage. A
good project manager needs to be a good communicator,� the report stated. Chabot left Merritt for the same job in Revelstoke in August. Merritt Mayor Neil Menard told the Herald that he and council were left in the dark. “The people that are working here, their responsibility is to keep us informed and to keep the CAO informed,� Menard said, noting that didn’t happen with this project. “What are we supposed to do as councillors, run around to every office every day and say ‘what’s going on?’ No. It’s the other way around.� Councillor Mike Goetz said that what stood out to him in the report was there was no accountability and when council should have been informed staff kept the issue quiet. He said council probably should have been more involved, but that would have run the risk of micromanaging staff. The role of the CAO is
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to operate as council’s lone employee and supervise the rest of city staff. “There was plenty of time for the project manager and the rest to let us know there was a problem, and they just never did,� Goetz said. He said that Plotnikoff should have divulged to council that he was experiencing difficulties as soon as the project went off the rails. In the wake of the cost overruns council now has the CAO issue an operational report on city projects on a regular basis. The cost overruns incurred from the Central Park Improvement project is being covered by the city’s general operating surplus. Its unrestricted operating surplus at the end of 2014 was $4.6 million. Current financial director Sheila Thiessen said that while the $300,000 is a significant amount of money, in perspective it’s not one to cause the city hardship. The cost of the audit report from MMM Group is approximately $5,000.
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Central Park outdoor ice rink The Central Park Outdoor Ice Rink is anticipated to begin its first season of free public skating on December 19. Skaters can expect to be on the ice by 11 a.m. on opening day, with the rink then open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily until approximately February 1st, weather permitting. Free Use for Everyone - (Closed December 25th) – Watch for special event days! FAQs Is the Ice Rink Facility supervised? The Ice Rink Facility is not supervised. It is a “Use at Your Own Risk” facility. Parental supervision is encouraged. Can I book the ice for a private event? The facility is always open to the public for general use – anyone can use it anytime during regular hours. There are no private bookings being taken. Can I play Hockey? Hockey sticks, nets and hockey/tennis balls are allowed only in the designated hockey playing area. Hockey pucks are not allowed anywhere on the ice surface. What do I need on my feet? Ice users must have proper skates. Shoes or boots are not allowed on the ice surface. What other equipment do I need? The use of helmets is strongly recommended –
especially for children. Can I bring other equipment from home onto the ice? No other equipment is allowed as it does create a risk hazard for other skaters. Can I bring food/ drinks onto the ice surface? Food and drinks are allowed outside the ice rink – not on the ice surface. What if the weather is poor? The facility may be closed without notice due to poor weather or ice conditions which may be caused by higher or lower temperatures than normal or heavy snow or rain. The facility may also be closed due to regular ice maintenance from time to time. Who do I call if I have a question or
concern with the ice conditions? Please call Merritt Leisure Services Department at: 250-315-
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the positions of casual Recreation Program Instructor I for the Leisure Services Department. Please see the website at www.merritt.ca for complete employment opportunity posting. Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position and detailing education, qualifications and proof of required licenses/certificates will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2015 by: Carole Fraser Human Resources Manager, City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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SUMMARY OF CITY OF MERRITT SNOW REMOVAL POLICY This procedure outlines the responsibility of the City, residents, businesses and contractors as it pertains to snow removal in Merritt. NOTE: For purpose of this procedure “Area 1” is designated by heavy black line and “Area 2” is all remaining streets.. Service Level based on Snow Accumulation: 0 – 5 cm: Area 1 only sanded AS PRIORITY 5 – 20 cm: City streets are graded and sanded in the following time frame: Area 1 – within eight (8) hours Area 2 – within thirty (30) hours Over 20 cm: Exceptional Snowfall – will call out such manpower and equipment as may be available and required to maintain city streets in as passable conditions as possible. Priorities: No.1 Emergency access routes to essential services such as hospital, police, fire, ambulance, City services. Dangerous roadways including hills and intersections. No.2 Schools; No.3 Downtown Business Core; No.4 Highway Commercial properties; No.5 Residential properties Disposal: Residents, businesses and contractors are not permitted to blow or plow snow from private property onto right-of-ways, streets, lanes or walkways. Residents and businesses in areas with City sidewalks adjacent to roads shall be permitted to place snow from the walk on the road. Sidewalk Clearing: Every owner or occupier of residential zoned property shall remove snow or ice from sidewalks or pathways abutting the said property within twenty-four (24) hours of accumulation except for weekends and holidays. Every owner or occupier of real property shall immediately remove snow, ice or rubbish from the roof or other part of a structure adjacent to a highway or pathway or sidewalk where such snow or ice or rubbish presents a hazard to vehicular or pedestrian traffic. Every owner or occupier of commercial or industrial zoned property shall remove snow or ice from sidewalk or pathways abutting the said property by ten (10) a.m. of any day and, as needed, following the accumulation of snow or ice. Complete copies of this procedure can be obtained at City Hall during regular business hours.
VEHICLES AND TRAILERS As part of an overall goal to achieve a clean and safe city, removing unlicensed or derelict vehicles and trailers from public property and City streets is a public safety priority. Unlicensed vehicles on public property are illegal, can pose a hazard, and are a liability to all taxpayers. A derelict vehicle generally implies a state of damage, disrepair, disablement, and is uninsured. The City’s Traffic Bylaw that states that any derelict vehicle or any uninsured vehicle occupying a public roadway or public place will be towed and impounded. Similarly, the Province has a Motor Vehicle Act which is enforced in the City by the RCMP and by the City’s Bylaw Enforcement Officer which authorizes “the removal, detention or impounding of vehicles unlawfully occupying a portion of a highway or public place, and a scale of fees, costs and expenses for that purpose”. The Motor Vehicle Act fine for such an uninsured vehicle is $598. Not everybody likes surprises. So if you conduct a quick assessment of your vehicles, make sure they have valid plates and current insurance if they are on public property. And remember, derelict vehicles cannot be stored on private property in a residential neighbourhood. Otherwise don’t be ‘surprised’ if they r. get impounded as part of making our City safer and cleaner.
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SAVING ST. MICHAEL’S David Dyck THE MERRITT HERALD
St. Michael’s Anglican church building has sat on the corner of Granite Avenue and Chapman Street for over a century. But Rev. Peter van der Leelie says that unless a community group can use the space, it may have to be put up for sale. “It’s just too big for us, and it needs work,� van der Leelie told the Herald. The congregation doesn’t meet in the old building any more — they opted to hold their services in the hall next door, which suits their purposes for space and heating. The priest said they aren’t looking to make money, he just wants to see the building put to good use. “The idea is hopefully for the community to use it,� he said. “It’s not going to be used at all as it is, which is a real shame.� The church would ask for the group to pay for heating and some renovations and maintenance. “The insulation isn’t the greatest, so it’s a dicey building in the winter, but the rest of the year it’s fine,� said van der Leelie. He pointed to some cosmetic issues with the outside of the building that need some work as well.
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Art for a cause This Friday, Dec. 18 there will be a silent art auction held, with all proceeds going towards the Nicola Valley and District Food Bank. It will take place from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. and then 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Brambles Bakery. Artwork is all original, by locals Libby Dybikowski and Kim Vizi-Carmen. Expect refreshments and music as well, said Dybikowski. “The Merritt Food Bank is an extremely important service to our community,� she said. “This was just a way of being able to donate more this year.� Dybikowski added that art would make a great Christmas gift for those particularly difficult-to-shop-for names on anyone’s list.
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TOP The church interior with the pews moved out of the way. Submitted photo BOTTOM Rev. Peter van der Leelie. David Dyck/Herald
He suggested it would make a great dance studio if the pews were taken out. He threw out other possibilities, like a theatre or a meeting hall, but said he wasn’t picky. “In England what they did with some of the churches is they kept all the stained glass windows and everything else and turned them into wine bars,� he laughed. “I think somebody could do something interesting with it.� What he doesn’t want to see happen is the old building get torn down. Although the decision to sell is in the hands of the parish council, he said they agree. “What they’d really like to do is basically almost hand this building over to a community group or someone who would
like to do something with it,� he said. “If you sell it, there’s a good possibility that a developer will just bulldoze it, and then it’s gone.�
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The Bus Ride: You must reserve one of the twenty seats for each night. The cost of the tour this year is $ 5.00 which will be donated to the food bank. Persons interested in taking the tour must register and pick up a ticket by noon of the day you wish to book. Seats are non-refundable and if the seat isn’t paid and picked up by noon the seat will be given to someone on the reserve list. Contact Community Futures or the Transit Office BEFORE the day you wish to take the tour.
MEET AT THE COMMUNITY FUTURES\TRANSIT OFFICE (CITY HALL PARKING LOT). THE BUS WILL LOAD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:45 P.M. AND THE TOUR WILL LEAVE AT 6:00 P.M. AND RUN FOR ABOUT 1 ½ HOURS. CONTACT JAN OSWALD, MANAGER AT 250 378-4080 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.
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Clark on carbon tax, gov’t ads Premier Christy Clark sat down with Tom Fletcher for a year-end interview at her Victoria office Dec. 9. Here are excerpts. For TOM FLETCHER the full version, B.C. see the Opinion VIEWS tab at www. merrittherald.com. TF: At the UN climate conference in Paris, did you speak about natural gas as a transition fuel, and did you find support for that idea? PCC: Yes and yes. The new government in Ottawa is a big supporter of our LNG plan, and part of the reason for that is that they also see it as a way forward for Canada to make a huge contribution to fighting global climate change. There are 150 coal plants on the books in China today. The only way that those plants and the ones that come after will be stopped is if they have a transitional fuel to move to. TF: B.C.’s 2020 greenhouse gas target, reduction of emissions by a third, is another target that isn’t going to be met. Why? PCC: When the government brought in the carbon tax, it was based on the assumption that other jurisdictions around us were going to eventually catch up. And none of them have. There comes a point where the carbon tax can only get so high before we start chasing all those jobs out of the province. TF: Your advisory committee says the carbon tax needs to go higher starting in 2018 if it’s going to have an effect. Do you have any other choice? PCC: Let’s figure out what the national goal is going to be, which we don’t know yet. TF: On a related topic, transit spending. Your new minister Peter Fassbender has talked about a “new day” in Ottawa and he’s downplaying the idea of another referendum for new funding sources. Is that off the table now?
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In the spirit of Christmas hunters give generously
OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN Christmas is a time of giving and sharing. In many parts of the world hunting clubs and individual hunters take part in special programs such “Hunters Feed The Hungry,” “Hunters For the Hungry,” and many other programs dedicated to help
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the less fortunate in our society by sharing the harvest of the hunt with them. Most of these programs operate not only on Christmas but throughout the year and have over the years provided tons of meat to soup kitchens, homeless shelters and food banks. One such local organization that annually donates wild game meat to charities is the Guide Outfitter Association of British Columbia (GOABC). Every year the members of this reputable organization gather game meat that their members collected during the hunting season for donation.
The GOABC founded their “Meat Donation Program” back in 1993 and since that time many charities in British Columbia have regularly benefitted from the generous donations of game meat. This year was no different when GOABC executive Director Scott Ellis and other board members of the organization arrived at the Salvation Army Community Life Centre in Kelowna to drop off 500 pounds of game meat. According to the Salvation Army, this is a much appreciated donation that will feed many individuals and families in
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the community this coming winter months. Wild game meat is a healthy, organic product without steroids, hormones or chemicals, unlike farmraised meat. It’s also lower in fat and higher in important proteins. Sharing wild game meat with extended family, friends and community is a deeply ingrained tradition in the global hunting community. While animal rights campaigners are busy spreading the misinformation that the meat of so called “trophy hunts” is being wasted, the real fact is that nothing is wasted. Wasting any part of a wild
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animal is not only against the morals and ethics of hunters but it is in many instances also against the law — a law that was initiated and lobbied for by hunters. Even in African countries when a large animal, such as an elephant, is shot the news is spread among the villages for the people to gather and collect the meat at no cost to them. The same is true in other countries such as America and here in Canada where meat from “trophy” hunts is gathered, professionally processed, inspected and donated to charity.
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YOUR OPINION Relief for home buyers on the way: Clark From Page 7 PCC: It may be possible that the federal government wants to invest more in transit, and take up some of the slack from the local government level. TF: On LNG, oil and natural gas prices continue to go down, and supply continues to go up around the world. Did you see any positive signs this year? PCC: What I saw this year was developing countries, especially China, making a firm commitment to reduce their emissions. The only way for them to do that is to move to a greater degree to natural gas, and the bulk of their industry is still located on the east coast of their country, a long way from Russia and close to B.C. TF: Are we going to see some policy action on high housing costs in 2016, and will there be some relief from the property transfer tax? PCC: You’ll see in the February budget, but we are looking for ways to provide some relief for home buyers. TF: We’re starting to see government advertising ramp up. We saw a lot of Jobs Plan advertising before the 2013 election, we saw the federal government do it with their Economic Action Plan, which was very expensive, and to most people’s eye self-serving or political in nature at taxpayers’ expense. Is that what we’re going to see in the next year and a half ? PCC: It won’t be political. I think some of that was, really, political. You will see more information-based advertising out there, talking to people about for example, the Registered Education Savings Plan. TF: Not Jobs Plan 2.0? PCC: I don’t think that’s in the plan. I wish I could say to you no, never, but I, you know…. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
LETTERS to the editor Vohringer misses the mark on Canada’s Indigenous Editor: Here we go again blaming Canada’s indigenous people for a decline in wildlife numbers. I am referring to an article by Othmar Vohringer indicating that the rate of decline in the moose population is faster in Canada than other countries, and further blaming native Canadians for the phenomenon (“Canada’s moose population is in trouble,” Dec. 3). That is not unexpected, for Native Canadians are the targets of choice for many fishermen and hunters. Incidentally, I am both. Mr. Vohringer identifies First Nations people as “unregulated hunters that shoot any moose they find” and that they “shoot more than they need and sell the rest.” Statements like that are borne of ignorance. The same ignorance that tried to wipe out Native Canadian culture, spirituality and religion via residential schools still persists today. Many perceptions about Canada’s Aboriginal peoples
are far from reality. Socio-economic disparities between Aboriginal and non-Indigenous Canadians remain wide, and government leaders provide only lip service to the discrimination faced by Aboriginal peoples. I believe that native people generally have a much stronger environmental ethic than most. They have been connected to their land for thousands of years and have a greater stake in its protection than most others. Embedded within their culture is the concept of responsibility for tending the land and using only what is needed for sustenance. They embrace sustainability beliefs through their traditional practices. We must all make decisions that ensure sustainability of earth’s bounty for generations to come. Asking the native people of Canada to change their sustenance hunting practices so a serf-titled “Outdoorsman” can hut mainly for sport is ignorant and insulting. George Christou Merritt
Vohringer said plainly what many of us already know Editor: Kudos to Othmar Vohringer for his outstanding article on the plight of our moose populations (“Canada’s moose popula-
tions are in trouble,” Dec.3). When I see a sixty thousand dollar truck being used for subsistence hunting, that’s a joke. Vohringer’s comment on traditional rights mixed with modern
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firearms is right on. It’s absolutely ridiculous. How long do we think this can go on before the game populations are totally wiped out? All of us, and especially those in govern-
ment, should be thinking about this before it is too late, if it isn’t already. Paul Komonoski Merritt
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RE: CANADA’S MOOSE POPULATION IS IN TROUBLE (Dec. 3) “He starts off by identifying logging and logging roads as a main factor in the death of moose, but then doesn’t even suggest that they be regulated better or that we find way to stop the decimation of the moose population due to industry. Instead he blows by that and spends much of the
article blaming First Nations. I’d bet highways kill more moose across Canada than all the First Nations combined. Another Canadian, hoping to blame the First Nations, rather than the impacts of his own culture.” — posted by “Ursa Minor”
“These are merely unsubstantiated claims by one man referencing another man’s “independent” “foundation.” The purpose of opinion pieces are to elicit response, and therefore, this article has succeeded. In my opinion, and reading history, the Herald will print opinion pieces from all over the political spectrum. They seem to give all sides an opinion on issues, at least, which is refreshing in this day and age.” — posted by “Roger”
Hunters donate meat to the less fortunate From Page 7 It is estimated that hunters across North America, either as individuals or through organizations like the GOABC, annually donate about four million pounds of wild game meat to food banks, homeless shelters, soup kitchens and the Salvation Army.
The donated meat provides an important nutritional supplement for about 12 million meals annually. By any standard this is a very impressive contribution hunters undertake every year. Christmas has been hijacked by commercialism and its true meaning is almost forgotten. The true spirit of
Christmas is a time for giving, a time to remember the less fortunate and a time to celebrate the birth of the son of God. Jesus was a man who lived by example. He gave selflessly of himself to others so that they may too experience joy and peace in their life. Perhaps this year we all can do our part to help
someone in need. In this spirit I wish you all a joyous and peaceful Merry Christmas. Othmar Vohringer lives in the Nicola Valley. He is a animal behaviourist and outdoor writer for hunting magazines in Canada and the U.S. www. othmarvohringer.com
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With items to warm the heart, stomach and feet, the leadership class from Bench Elementary School stopped in at Merritt’s extreme weather shelter for an act of charity. On Monday (Dec.14) the children brought socks and cookies and Christmas cards, which they made themselves, for the patrons of the shelter — the majority of whom consist of Merritt’s homeless population. “All year round I think people should have the same thing as other people, like food, a nice shelter, clothes — that kind of stuff,� said Grade 5 student Nathan Willey. Bench Elementary Principal Lori Stewart said that all the students had to put in some work to contribute. “In order to earn those socks, we asked parents to have them do a extra chore or something at home,� Stewart said. The leadership class consists of students between Grades 4 and 6, and while discussing what their responsibilities and rights
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experience for [the students] because they get to understand what some of the other people in the community are going through and how hard it is over Christmas,� RCMP Const. and shelter society board member Tracy Dunsmore told the Herald. Dunsmore pointed out to the crowd that the shelter is open to anyone who needs a warm place to stay for the night, and is not necessarily just for the homeless. Schultz said that in November the shelter was accessed by more than 20 different people. “It’s not ideal. It’s not a hotel, but it is warm,� he said.
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SUSAN GEARING-EDGE A looking glass TO THE PAST It is an interesting fact that the City of Merritt is built on a bed of coal which runs 90 kilometres from Merritt to Princeton. Merritt owes it origin to coal mining. History dates coal from the Nicola Valley being exported by packhorse to blacksmiths in Clinton as early as 1869. By the turn of the century it was being called â&#x20AC;&#x153;black diamondsâ&#x20AC;? by coal miners. Men would come from around the world to work in coal mines at Middlesboro, or Diamond Vale, just outside of Merritt. Some came with only the shirts on their backs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; others brought their entire families. There was one man who walked into a coal shaft and never walked out again, sparking a story of murder that remains unsolved to this day.
Alexander Ewart, a Scottish immigrant and foreman at the Middlesboro Colliery was 36 years old and worked at the mine for 10 years. He was married, lived in Middlesboro and had five children. On the evening of Jan. 19, 1920, Alex went into the machine shop for some tools and told the men there that a messenger had come to his home to advise him that there was a problem in the mine. Alex collected his tools and waited a while for his brother Andrew who had gone for some rope. When Andrew didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t show up, Alex told the workers to let him know that he would meet him at the mine entrance. Andrew dutifully waited at the entrance until some miners came out, saying they had seen â&#x20AC;&#x153;a ghost with a lamp.â&#x20AC;? He became worried and went into the mine looking for his brother. He found him deep inside the mine with gunshot wounds to his leg and head. He had clearly been murdered â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but by whom, and why? A three-day inquisition was held in Merritt
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LOCATED IN GOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD 2252 Langley Street Nice 5 bedroom home on large flat lot, close to all amenities. Features include newer laminate floors on the main, newer paint, furnace, soaker tub, new roof and a fully finished basement with large family room. Fenced backyard with mature landscaping & garden area. #2598 IN SPENCES BRIDGE
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Beautiful 4 bedrm log home with numerous outbldgs, barn storage shed & garage. Home has open design, 3 baths, new roof, new flooring, kitchen cabinets & furnace heat pump.
Well kept older home on 12,000 sq.ft. lot with lane access. Great starter or retirement home with 2 bedrooms on the main, fully finished basement with rec.room. Single garage & storage.
EXECUTIVE HOME
HAS HERITAGE CHARM
QUALITY BUILT
Spacious family home with 3 bedrooms up, 1 down, open concept design with vaulted ceilings, large kitchen, sunken living room gas F/P and large 3 pce ensuite. Close to elementary school.
Over 3900 sq.ft. featuring 5 bedrms, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, maple kitchen cabinets, formal dining, large living rm, den & family rm. Fully finished basement with games rm. Nicely landscaped.
Cute & cozy 3 bedrm home with many upgrade over the years such as furnace, HW tank, insulation, electrical, plumbing, window, woodstove in bsmt and new custom kitchen with newer appliances. Nice large master suite on upper floor. Lots of parking.
Immaculate home with extra large foyer, grand spiral staircase, 4 bedrms up, 4 baths, new high quality laminate floor on most of main floor & 2 bedrm legal suite. Double garage.
#2506
#2564
#2558
#2505
Full side by side duplex with shared common enclosed porch, fenced yard and located close to Thompson River for world famous salmon fishing. Being sold “as is where is”.
Located in good neighbourhood with low traffic . Home has 3 bedrooms up, 2 down in full basement with family, large backyard, RV parking. Home needs some work. As is where is.
#2584
#2577
$84,900 QUIET AREA
CED
$165,000
#2335
$360,000
#2589
$169,000
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$269,900
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$247,500
$419,900
CLOSE TO SCHOOL
INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
Half duplex in great neighbourhood on quiet cul de sac. Has 3 bedrooms up, large kitchen, updated bathroom with newer flooring & tub surround. Large fenced backyard & enclose storage area.
Immaculate 8500 sq.ft. building on corner lot with easy access to highway on truck route. Ha 6400 sq.ft. or retail space, 1600 sq.ft. of warehouse + lunch room. Has loading dock and paved parking.
U RED Updated panabode home with spacious rooms, gourmet kitchen with oak cabinetry, new glass tile backsplash, S/S appliances, 2 bedrms up and 2 down. New furnace, HW tank & A/C.
#2522
$314,900
2 bedroom manufactured home overlooking Nicola River & golf course, in Eldorado MH Park. Fantastic 574 sq.ft. sundeck with hot tub & sauna, to enjoy those sunny days. Has a detached work shed.
#2518
$87,900
#2468
spius creek estates
Located off Petit Creek Road
Prices starting at $199,000
These approx. 10+ acre lots are located approx. 15 minutes from Merritt in beautiful Sunshine Valley. Stunning views of the valley & some are riverfront. GST is applicable. Call for more details. Disclosure available.
$139,900
#2538
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Grandview Heights
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Prices Starting at $89,000 + GST Located Off Lindley Creek Road
This premier subdivision offers a rural living experience with expansive views of the Nicola Valley. Minimum lot size of 0.5 acre up to 0.96 acre, offers privacy and room to landscape. The cul de sac design guarantees no thru traffic and crown land surround entire property. Road are paved with city services in place.
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DESIRABLE AREA
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Executive home with view in great Bench area & nicely landscaped. Home features 5 bedrms, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, formal dining, large living rm, den, family room, full bsmt & a double garage.
Well maintained 3 bedrm home with nice kitchen, pine cabinets, formal dining & large living room with gas F/P. Lots of room in bsmt with workshop area, rec.room & den. Double garage, RV parking and is nicely landscaped.
Nicely renovated 2 bedroom house with some recent updates over the years including new roof, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, bathroom, flooring and more. House is a great starter, retirement or investment property.
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NEW Quality family home in good area. Has vaulted ceilings, Mill Creek kitchen cabinets with granite top on center island, 3 bedrms, 3.5 baths, full basement, U/G sprinklers, 2 car garage.
Spacious mobile home with addition on 0.33 acre lot with 7 well producing fruit trees. Home has spacious rooms, is well maintained with 1 yr old roof on main home. Close to school.
This 2 bedroom home is close to amenities and walking trail along river. Open concept kitchen. Yard is fenced with room for RV’s. Has 1 car detachdd garage/shop, great for handyman.
#2550
#2587
#2592
$379,900
WELL MAINTAINED
Older well kept home on 12,000 sq.ft. lot with lane access. Home has 2 bedrooms + den and family room in fully finished basement. Single garage with lots of storage and breezeway.
$169,000
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#2589
Don Ward 315-3503
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FIRST TIME BUYERS
Lovely 4 bedrm, 2 bath large family home with fully fin. basement with family & games rooms. Bright spacious kitchen incl. 5 appliances. Beautiful fenced backyard with lane access & RV parking.
#2521
$229,900
MOVE IN READY
$218,000
$209,000
5 bedroom home on large lot, close to all amenities. Features newer laminate floors on main, newer paint, furnace, soaker tub & new roof. Fully finished basement with family room. RV parking.
#2598
$265,000
#2564
LARGE FENCED YARD
WALK TO DOWNTOWN
d l o s
$475,000
#2588
$315,000
#2593
$129,900
big shop
CED
U RED
Spacious panabode home with possible suite potential. Has large spacious rooms with beautiful updates. Large gourmet kitchen, new paint & laminate flooring, new HW tank & central A/C.
Large family home, close to schools. 104x151 fenced lot with rooms for RV’s. Home has 5 bedrms, 2 baths, fully finished basement, huge sundeck, 14x30 detached garage/shop.
Very nice townhouse, with bigger yard & less traffic. Tastefully decorated, 3 bedrms up, 3 pce ensuite plus office/play room, open living/kitchen area. Great patio in large fenced yard.
5 bedroom home with partly finished basement. Located in low traffic area in a family oriented neighbourhood. House needs work. Lots of storage, carport. Parking for RV.
Well maintained corner lot with 5 bedrm, 2 bath home with updated & tastefully decorated. Completely fenced private yard with lots of room. Has large new deck and 20x28 insulated shop. Lots of parking
#2522
#2512
#2463
#2577
#2497
$314,900
SOMETHING SPECIAL
nice NEIGHBOURHOOD
$194,900
IMPRESSIVE RANCHER
$214,900
GREAT BENCH LOCATION
$165,000
$299,000
Custom home with open kitchen/family room, vaulted ceilings, 4 bedrms up, 2 ensuites, 6 ft crawl space for storage. Enjoy the nice covered deck, gazebo and fish pond in backyard.
#2531
HALF DUPLEX
immaculate home
$435,000
NICE ADDITION
old
SPENCES BRIDGE
ED
UC RED
s This executive Bench home has 4 bedrms on main, 1 down, custom fir cabinets with granite counters, S/S appliances, 4 baths & rec.rm & family rm. Nice inground pool and patio for BBQ’s.
#2537
$429,900
Half duplex in family oriented neighbourhood and close to school. Has 3 bedrms up, large kitchen, updated bathrm with newer flooring & tub surround. Large fenced yard with storage/ work area.
#2468
$139,900
Large 5 bedroom family home with double garage, 20x24 shop & 20x8 storage. Plenty of parking. U/G sprinklers, BI vac, central A/C and enclosed front deck and fully fenced backyard.
Beautifully finished 3 bedroom rancher with large bonus room above. Open main floor, NW flooring, HE furnace with heat pump, HW on demand, 2 baths, A/C, fully fenced yard. Close to downtown.
#2582
#2562
$279,900
ADULT ORIENTED STRATA
One of the nicest gated communities in Merritt with views of the Nicola River. Has 3 bedrms, 2 baths, open design living, gas F/P, galley kitchen with nook, laundry on main, hobby & rec.rm down.
#2586
OVERLOOKS RIVER
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$210,000
STARTER/INVESTMENT
NICE MOBILE HOME
d l o s
GOOD FAMILY HOME
HERITAGE CHARMER
OVER 3200 SQ.FT.
GREAT STARTER HOME
Newer 2 bedroom apartment in “The Summit” comes with stainless steel appliances, 1.5 baths and laundry room. No more shoveling snow! Great place to live, close to transit.
3 bedrm heritage home completely restored with new plumbing, electrical, insulation, windows, refinished wood flooring & bathroom. Bonus room in attic. New pergola & 1 car garage.
#2340
#2559
Very nice floor plan in this 4 bedroom family home, close to schools. Features newer kitchen and flooring, 2 gas F/P’s, 4 baths, full basement with inlaw living quarters with walkout basement. Double garage.
GREAT STARTER HOME
LOCATION, LOCATION
Good size family home in quiet Bench location. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, fully finished basement with rec. room, play room, office and den. Fenced backyard, RV parking and a covered deck. This home has tons of potential.
#2563
#2572
GREAT STARTER HOME
APARTMENT
Great little 2 bedroom home with many updates & renovations of newer windows, plumbing, electrical, new plank flooring throughout, new plumbing fixtures, paint, doors & tri, plus a duct cleaning & regular furnace mtnce.
over 3700 sq. ft.
EXTRA LARGE LOT
#2506
$269,900
$295,000
$279,900
#2505
$419,900
2 bedrm mobile with addition in one of the nicest parks. One bedrm on each end with an open concept kitchen eating area & living room in center. Addition has enclosed porch & family room.
Full side by side duplex with fenced yard and close to the Thompson River for world famous salmon fishing. 1 bedroom units with a common area enclosed porch. Sold as is where is.
GREAT LOCATION
DUPLEX
Great starter home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, and in good area, close to school. Has an attached 17x23 garage/shop. Home needs some TLC of paint and flooring. Perfect for handyman.
4 bedroom family home, close to schools. Recent updates include roof, windows, doors, vinyl siding & some new flooring. Has a 35x26 detached shop/garage. Fully finished basement.
Side by side duplex within walking distance to shopping. Each side has 100 amp service, 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen, living room and fenced backyard. Adjacent duplex also for sale.
#2510
#2574
#2517
#2465
$139,900
2 bedrm manufactured home with huge private sundeck with hot tub, sauna & 30 x 12 work shed all overlooking Nicola River & golf course. One of a kind in a perfect location.
$87,900
EXTRA LARGE LOT
#2583
$137,500
$159,000
$224,900
LARGE FAMILY HOME
#2597
$319,900
$109,900
#2533
$72,900
#2584
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$199,800
$84,900
$159,900
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2 bedroom mobile home in Riverside MHP, clean & ready to move into. Has new flooring in kitchen, dining room & both bedrooms, new HW tank, dishwasher & central A/C.
Home features 4 bedrms, HW floors, large gourmet kitchen with appliances, sunken living room, newer shingles, some windows & exterior doors in past few years & A/C. RV parking.
#2566
#2568
#2409
WALK TO SHOPPING
CED
Nice half duplex with fenced yard, is close to school and on quiet cul de sac. Home has large kitchen and living room, 3 bedrms up with main bath plus a half bath on the main. New roof in 2015.
1800 sq.ft. rancher only 6 yrs old, 3 bedrms, plus bonus room above garage, open kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown moldings, 9 ft ceilings, in excellent condition. Fenced backyard.
U RED
#2518
This would be a great starter home or investment property with 2 bedrooms up, 1 in partially finished basement & 1.5 baths. Great corner lot with good access. Property needs some TLC.
$129,900
$339,900
Quality built & immaculate family home in quiet area on 0.26 acre lot. Home has been well maintained, high quality laminate, 4 bedrms, 5 pce ensuite & 2 other full baths. Has 2 bedrm suite with long term tenant.
Family home with 3 bedrms up, 1 down, open concept design with vaulted ceilings, large kitchen, sunken living room, gas F/P and large ensuite. Within walking distance to elementary school.
$44,900
CUTE AND COZY
$289,000
Possible 5 bedrm, 2.5 bath home on 1 ½ lots, close to shopping, hospital & school. Great yard, lots of parking. Double garage with 10 ft doors & a work area. Has A/C, U/G and drip irrigation, stainless steel appliances, B/I vac & storage shed.
Excellent location & close to schools this home has 2 full floors plus bsmt, 3 bedrms up, 5 baths, 2 car garage and legal 2 bedrm daylight suite with separate entrance. Nice covered deck in back.
Older 2 bedroom home in nice neighbourhood, close to the downtown. An extra large 13,780 sq.ft. lot with subdivision potential. Lane access, huge backyard with single garage.
Located in a great area of Merritt. Some recent upgrades include new roof, new laminate floors, kitchen counters, sink & taps. 3 bedrms up, 1 down plus 2 bedm suite. Spacious open floor plan. 2 gas F/P’s, skylights & double garage.
Located across from elementary school. Home has new kitchen with tile backsplash, pellet stove, new HW tank, 3 bedrms up, 12x32 attached garage and fully fenced backyard with fruit trees.
This 2 bedroom home with good solid construction needs some updates. Has full, unfinished basement, large covered deck, fruit trees and a garden area in back.
Newer 2 bedroom apartment on 2nd floor in the Summitt. This unit comes with all appliances. Open kitchen/living room. Great place in excellent condition. Strata fees $160 per month.
#2553
#2548
#2554
#2561
#2557
#2519
DUPLEX
brookmere
#2504
HERITAGE CHARM
$389,900
$299,900
$129,900
WELL MAINTAINED
$329,900
LOCATION, LOCATION
$139,900 HUGE YARD
$225,000
NICELY UPDATED
$159,000
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2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. New plumbing with heat tape, 1 bath, comes with all appliances. Quick possession. Close to golf course. Pad rent $346 per month.
3 bedroom rancher in excellent location with many upgrades such as new roof, windows, kitchen, bathrm & flooring. This well kept home is perfect for a family starting out of retired couple. Lane access.
#2334
#2556
$46,900
$144,900
This home has had many upgrades such as furnace, HW tank, insulation, electrical, plumbing, & windows. 3 bedrms, new custom kitchen with newer appliances. Wood stove in basement. Lots of parking.
Side by side duplex within walking distance to amenities. Each side has 100 amp, 2 bedrms 1 bathm kitchen and living room plus a fenced backyard. Total duplex in 864 sq.ft. Adjacent duplex also for sale.
Perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiast with year round activities. Close to fishing, cross-country skiing, quading & more. Beautiful 2 bedrm home with open kitchen/living room, double garage, lots of parking.
2 bedroom home in good Park. Has a wood burning fireplace and an open kitchen, newer windows, fenced yard, nicely kept and storage shed in back with garden area & fruit trees.
Clean, spacious home with 3 bedrms up, 2 down, newer floors & kitchen cabinets. In desirable area close to shopping & amenities. Newer vinyl windows, detached garage, fenced backyard.
This move in ready home has 3 bedrms, HW floors, wood insert in F/P, oak kitchen cabinets. Single attached garage, private backyard with patio, fruit trees, garden & storage sheds. Close to downtown.
Great starter home with 3 bedrooms up, 1.5 baths, newer windows and siding. Has a full partly finished basement. Close to schools. Has lane access.
#2558
#2370
#2524
#2499
#2571
#2526
#2585
$247,500
$159,900
$339,900
$39,900
$245,000
$254,900
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$129,900
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LAke
IC & I
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264 ACRES
10 PRIME ACRES
RIVERFRONT LOT
LAKEVIEW HOME
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY
Gorgeous property of approx. 264 acres with 2 titles. Has 1 mile of Guichon Creek flowing through the property. A great variety of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR.
Bring your family & horse to enjoy this acreage in Sunshine Valley. Immaculate 2 bedrm + den home, large kitchen, pantry & nook. Deluxe ensuite, vaulted ceilings, 2 baths. 26x40 storage shed & lean-to, horse stalls & water rights.
Exquisite 0.83 acres in upscale neighbourhood, river frontage with enchanting views. This unique parcel offers both privacy & accessibility. All services to lot line, ready to build.
Indulge your with 3800 sq.ft. of high end living on 1.3 acres with panoramic views of Nicola Lake. Superb workmanship & detail include granite counters, open wooden beams, 3 bedrms, 4 baths, large deck.
Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. building that can be used as two separate 1000 sq.ft. spaces or remove center wall & use as one space. Has parking in rear. Good frontage exposure.
Commercial building of approx. 5,000 sq.ft. on the main with 1100 sq.ft. up with a 3 bedroom suite. Great opportunity to run your own business and live upstairs. Zoned C2.
#2457
#2596
#2500
#2432
#2305
#2560
$1,250,000
$529,900
PRIVATE ACREAGE
9.9 ACRES
$150,000 10 ACRES
$949,900
$179,000
LAKEVIEW ACREAGE
2 ACRES
Perfect place to build the home of your dreams at Nicola Lake on 1.055 acres. Nicola Lake is great for all water sports, fishing & sailing. Two golf courses nearby.
2 acre lot in prime industrial area, close to city limits. Current zoning is “Future Development”. Water and sewer are not connected, requires application.
#2578
#2581
$159,000
$325,000
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
$279,900
NICOLA LAKEVIEW LOT
INDUSTRIAL LOTS
Located just 15 mins. from Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home on. Easy access off highway, open, rolling hills, some trees, nice views and a well in place with power on the road.
Two lots of 1 acre each, being sold together with two titles. Property is private, trees with views, is gently sloping with area setup for camping & room for RV’s. Close to crown land & Kane Valley.
10.9 acres in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executives homes. Land is south facing, sloped with some trees. Great place to build your dream home and enjoy the views.
One acre lot with fabulous views of the lake & mountains. In quality subdivision of custom built homes. Worth the drive to take a look while these opportunities are still available.
3 flat light industrial bare land lots available side by side, each approx. ½ acre. Water and sewer are close to the lot lines. Each sold separately.
In busy location with tenant. Total of approx. 6600 sq.ft. with 4100 sq.ft. on main, 1050 in basement and 1520 on top floor than could be living quarters. Great opportunity.
#2591
#2594
#2374
#2411
#2565
#2573
$184,000
13 ACRES RIVERFRONT
$175,000 ON 4.64 ACRES
$239,900
$199,000 LAKEFRONT LOT
53 ACRES
Each $49,900
COMMERCIAL LOT
$850,000
INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
½ acre parcel with C-3 zoning located near Walmart on east side of Airport. Site is vacant with no improvements. Utilities are nearby.
#2486 OPPORTUNITY
A great property in well developed subdivision of acreage lots. This unique property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro at lot line, septic must be installed. Most of land is flat and useable.
Beautiful 4 bedrm, 3 bath log home with open design, new Mill Creek cabinets, new flooring & furnace heat pump. Has numerous outbldgs, barn, storage shed, garage & more.
Rare property that includes R-3 and FD zoning. FD allows the Buyer to request a zoning to fit their plans such as an additional residential zoning or M-1 for Light Industrial.
#2335
#2575
12.63 ACRES
2 acres
#2208
$299,000
$375,000
$1,690,000 179 ACRES
Build your dream home on this 9.9 acres. Has some trees, open, sunny, views, easy access off highway, a well in place and power is on the road. Call for more details
#2414
$199,000
LAKEVIEW LOT Build your dream home here or make this acreage your weekend getaway. Driveway, septic approval and drilled well (25 gpm) are already done
#2047
#2379
$209,000
$124,900
Located only 2 km from city this historical south facing parcel sits on bench above Highway 8 with panoramic views, 31 acres in hay that can yield 3 crops annually, has marketable timber, a rock quarry and 3 bedrm home.
#2495
#2538
$1,241,000
Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. on 2 levels with office space on ground level and 3 residential units upstairs, fully rented.
Irregular shaped parcel, presently split, zoned C-4 Highway Commercial and C-5 Airport Commercial. There is a planned rezoning change to C-9 (Shopping Centre Commercial).
#2461
#2488
$850,000
$2,299,000
COMMERCIAL LOT
117 ACRES
Flat commercial lot zoned C-3 on Nicola Ave with outstanding exposure. All services are already in place to lot edge. Great place to start your business.
Property has substantial aggregate deposit, excellent for long term gravel pit operation. 37 acres of light industrial and 80 acres of residential zoning. Estimate of 29 million ton deposit.
#2359
9.88 ACRES
$89,900
#2387
$2,500,000
OPPORTUNITY
Call us for a Market Evaluation. Located just 15 minutes from Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home on. Easy access off highway, land in open with rolling hills, some trees & nice views. Has well in place and power on road. Adjacent lot also available.
Now is the time to list with less competition!
Amazing one acre lot with stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake & mountains. Perfect recreation property or year round residence. Easy access & year round recreation.
#2509
Character Building
$199,000 DEVELOPERS
276 acre site with incredible mountain & lake views. Property has an allowed legal density of 62 units maximum. This parcel is above Nicola Lakeshore Estates.
#2478
$184,000
$1,700,000
Coldwater Hills
APPROX. 10 ACRE LOTS
Commercial building with 2 gay garage and 2 bedroom living quarters in the back. Zoned C-4 which allows for many opportunities. Good visibility, quality built building & 200 amp service.
#2437
$289,900
INDUSTRIAL LOT Light industrial bare lot, flat site, zoned M1 for your business opportunity. Easy access to truck route and just moments from the downtown core. Call for more details.
#2356
$54,900
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
Located on Veale Road
In high traffic area, zoned C2 that allows for many business opportunities. Has living quarters in back with recent renos. Good visibility located next to 7-11 Store.
#2436
$890,000
11.4 ACRES
NICOLA LAKE VIEW LOT
#2508 Private acreage, treed with great access to Spius creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line. Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.
8500 sq.ft. building on corner lot with easy access to highway on truck route. Has loading dock, paved parking, all on 0.8 acres site. Phase 1 environmental has been completed. Bring your business.
$242,900
Amazing one acre lake view lot featuring stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake & surrounding mountains. Perfect recreation property or year round residence. Great swimming, fishing, water-skiing.
#2590
$99,000
$189,000
Prices Starting at $128,000 + GST Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcel with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have preapproved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells, but all have a gov’t required hydrology study to assure Buyers of ample domestic water. Call for complete details. #1869
Approx. 7300 sq.ft. building located on corner lot on main street coming into Merritt, zoned C-4 with site specific zoning to allow professional offices. Available for sale or lease. Call for details.
#2109
$595,000
20 ACRES Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits. One parcel has a two year lease. Zoned M-1. Other parcel has “future development” zoning. Call for more details.
#2301
$2,000,000
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GREG PRATCH Everyday LAW At this time of year I often get asked questions in my practice about where the law stands with respect to serving alcohol at Christmas and New Year’s Eve parties. Take the following example: You host a New Year’s Eve party for friends and family. As part of your party planning you have bought groceries and are stopping by the liquor store. As a generous host, you have told your guests to bring nothing and you have stocked up on beer and wine as well as a variety of hard alcohol to make shooters for your midnight
toast! As you are finishing your party planning you read a story on the news about all the check stops that police will be setting up on New Year’s Eve to try and deter drunk driving and the question dawns on you: “What is my responsibility (or associated liability) with respect to my guests driving while intoxicated?” This is a very good question. We know that in the case of bars or restaurants over serving patrons and allowing them to drive home that it is possible for the bar or restaurant to be held liable for injuries caused by the drunk driver — this is called “commercial host liability.” Furthermore, we also know that in the case of a business serving alcohol at a company event such as a Christmas party or summer BBQ that in certain circumstances the business can be held liable for inju-
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ries caused by the drunk driver — this is called “business host liability.” The question then becomes whether this concept extends in the circumstance where an individual is hosting an event at their home or whether “social host liability” exists in Canada? The leading case in this area of the law is the 2006 Supreme Court of Canada case, Childs v. Desmoreaux where a drunk driver (Desmoreaux) struck and severely injured Ms. Childs after leaving a New Year’s eve party. Ms. Childs not only sought to sue Mr. Desmoreaux but also the hosts of the party that Mr. Desmoreaux attended as they served him alcohol and allowed him to drive home. In that particular case, the Supreme Court of Canada determined that for public policy reasons including
the fact that there was currently no insurance to cover a scenario like this, that there could be no liability for the hosts. That being said, the Court left open the possibility that while there was no social host liability in the Childs v. Desmoreaux case, that there may be room for social host liability in Canada in the future. So, what does this mean for your New Year’s eve party? It means that, beyond the general safety concerns you have for your friends and family, you should do what you can to ensure your guests do not drink and drive. There are a number of ways to do this, including: The bottom line is that while we are all excited for spending time with friends and family and while over indulgence is part of the season, we should also be ensuring that everyone gets home safely.
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Do you have a trigger point? DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN What is a trigger point? I doubt there is a single reader that does not have one somewhere in his or her body. Before you get alarmed, let me explain what they are. A trigger point is a highly irritable localized spot of exquisite tenderness in a nodule or palpable taut band of muscle tissue. What this means is that they are small localized and painful knots in a muscle.
When pressure with even a finger is put on these spots, they really hurt. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to have an injury for trigger points to develop. They can appear after periods of poor posture, stress, lack of exercise, and even too much exercise. A trigger point occurs when a bundle of microscopic muscle fibers remain contracted or shortened, even when the rest of the muscle is relaxed. This can happen in muscles that are over worked or even not used enough. This results in restricted blood flow in the immediate area of the trigger point. This blood flow is necessary to nourish the muscle tissue as well as eliminate metabolic (activity) wastes.
The result is oxygen starvation and accumulation of waste products around the muscle fibers, further irritating the trigger point. To make matters even worse, the trigger point pain can be â&#x20AC;&#x153;referredâ&#x20AC;? or extend to other neighboring areas of the body. I see these painful trigger points in almost all of my patients. When someone has neck pain, back pain, headaches, buttock pain, or leg pain, trigger points can almost always be found to exist even when other problems such as joint and nerve irritation are the primary problem. If you feel painful â&#x20AC;&#x153;knotsâ&#x20AC;? in your neck, shoulders, back, legs, arms, or pelvis, there is likely a problem brewing that will eventually
Listening should be taught early Gwen Randall-Young
When we decide to start a family, the usual picture in our mind is of cute little babies, and maybe playful toddlers. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t typically envision gangly pre-teens or rebellious adolescents. Consequently, we may begin preparing too late. If you want your children to listen to you when they are older, you must begin when they are very young. This is as much about training yourself as it is about training your children. It is about taking the time to be clear about what you want to teach your child, being as patient and kind as you can be, and being consistent and following through. It may seem like a big hassle when they are little and you have your hands full, and there may be times when you want to say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do it because I said so!â&#x20AC;? However, if you are not assisting them to develop self-discipline and to take responsibil-
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become more debilitating down the road. As a chiropractor, it is my job to find these trigger points and â&#x20AC;&#x153;releaseâ&#x20AC;? them by applying specific pressure on the contracted muscle tissue. Other techniques such as stretching, using a foam roller, and exercise will also help. Often, the joints and nerves adjacent to the affected muscles are also not functioning well. A tight joint or irritated muscle can cause trigger points to occur. As well, a tight muscle with trigger points can also cause a neighboring joint problem. Thus, it is important to address all the problems in the area, not just the trigger point.
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Cents experience ‘rough seas’ on Island trip Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD
It was a turbulent weekend, both literally and figuratively, for the Merritt Centennials, as a tough three-game road trip took them to Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, up the Sunshine Coast to Powell River and finally back to Chilliwack on the mainland in a span of just under 60 hours. Difficult weather and sailing conditions made each day’s travel schedule both long and arduous, and had a lot to do with the Cents’ trio of losses to BCHL opponents. Friday, a 5 a.m. start from Merritt and a rough crossing of Georgia Strait played a role in the Cents’ 7-5 setback at the hands of the Island Division-leading Clippers at Frank Crane Arena. “The guys just didn’t have it early,” Cents head coach and GM Joe Martin said. “[Nanaimo’s] first shot of the game went in, and then there was a five-minute delay for the teddy-bear toss. That wasn’t good for our goalie (Colten Lancaster). He was definitely nervous,
and having to dwell on it didn’t help.” Merritt fell behind 5-1 before finally finding their land legs in the second period and making a game of it. Three Cents’ goals in a span of three minutes got them to within one on the scoreboard. The Clippers got one back in the middle period to restore their two-goal lead, but a surging Cents’ side closed to within one again five minutes into the third. Despite outshooting Nanaimo 13-5 in the final stanza, Merritt could never quite get the equalizer. The homeside buried an empty-netter with seven seconds remaining in regulation to seal the 7-5 victory. Merritt scorers on the night were Mitch Lipon with two, Michael Regush, Nick Jermain and Gavin Gould. Each team netted a trio of powerplay goals in the fractious contest that saw a combined total of 50 minutes in minor penalties and 18 manadvantage opportunities. The Clippers outshot the Centennials 42-31 on the night, including 37-18 through the first two
BCHL STANDINGS to Dec. 15 INTERIOR DIVISION Team
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SHIP’S LOG December 11 Nanaimo 7 Merritt 5 December 12 Powell River 4 Merritt 3 December 13 Chilliwack 5 Merritt 2
AHOY MATEY Okay, so the Cents’ trip to Vancouver Island on the weekend wasn’t quite this rough. Nevertheless, the team’s three-day excursion up, down and across the Georgia Strait was more than a little eventful. Photo courtesy of youtube.com
periods. While disappointed with the loss, Martin was happy with the inspired play of 19-year-old Lipon and the continued development of young Regush. “Mitch rose to the occasion this weekend. I think he had something to prove. He wants to be a bigger part of this team, and he showed that he can be. “Michael’s goal (in the second period) was the best one of the weekend,” the Merritt bench boss said. “It was highlight reel. He went around a defenceman, and cut back all the way across the goalie before tucking [the puck] in the far side. His career is just taking off, and he’s only beginning to hit his stride.” Martin was also pleased with Lancaster’s perseverance between the
pipes. “Colten should be happy with the way things finished. He made some very good saves down the stretch, and at the end of the game, we still had a chance to win.” If the Cents’ journey to Nanaimo on Friday was a memorable one, then Saturday’s voyage in search of Powell River bordered on epic. All told, it took the team 15 hours to finally get to the historic pulp-and-paper town. “The thought was to get up early in Nanaimo at 4 a.m. and try and get the first ferry sailing from Comox to Powell River at 6:20 a.m.,” Martin said. “We were originally scheduled for the 10 a.m. sailing, but there was a good chance that was going to be cancelled. “Unfortunately, [BC Ferries] wouldn’t tell us in advance if the 6:20 a.m.
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River 42-37 on the night, but failed to score on five powerplay chances, while surrendering two goals shorthanded. Sunday’s trip from Powell River to Chilliwack was relatively uneventful, and Merritt actually scored first against the Mainland Division-leading Chiefs. Unfortunately, the accumulated fatigue showed as the Cents-Chiefs’ game wore on. “Chilliwack’s a very good team. When you’re tired, the first thing that goes is your mind,” Martin said. “We began making lots of mistakes mentally. By the second period, we were really going downhill; by the third, we were toast.” The Chiefs scored the only three goals of the final 40 minutes to skate away with a 5-2 victory. Merritt scorers were Grannary and Tyler Ward. In his second weekend start, Merritt netminder Cole Kehler stopped 32 of 37 shots. Despite the three losses in as many days, Martin was proud of his troops. “I think the effort was there all weekend. I’m not happy with the outcomes, but I’m pleased with the way we competed.” The Centennials have two games remaining before the Christmas break. They travel to Vernon on Friday night to take on the Vipers, then host the red-hot Trail Smoke Eaters on Saturday in a 7:30 p.m. start.
Merritt Centennials
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sailing from Comox was cancelled. We actually had to show up there to find out. “We ended up driving back to Nanaimo and getting the 8:30 a.m. ferry to Horseshoe Bay on the Mainland, then a ferry up to Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast and finally another ferry to Powell River. “We had two-anda-half hours to kill in Gibsons, so we just parked in a lot and made the best of things. The guys went to Starbucks and Tim Hortons, and we had a little scavenger hunt. The players had to go out and buy five items, and the closest tally to seven dollars with proof of receipt would be the winner. The winners would get to be the starting line-up in the game against Powell River that night. “Lipon, Regush, Zach
Zorn, Ryan Coghlan and Mark O’Shaughnessy all got to exactly seven dollars, so they were the designated starters.” The Centennials didn’t even land in Powell River until 5:20 p.m., and didn’t make it to the arena until after six. “All our playing gear was still wet and cold from the game the night before,” Martin said. “We hadn’t sharpened skates or taped up our players. Fortunately, the Kings pushed back the start time a bit and loaned us a trainer to help out.” Come game time, however, there were no more favours from the home team. “No question, they pounced on our travel [situation],” Martin said. “They were all over us. It took us until the TV timeout halfway through the first period to find our game.” By then, the Kings were up 2-0. They would add one more 28 seconds into the second period before Jermain put Merritt on the board a minute later, with assists going to Gould and Colin Grannary. “Those three played together most of the weekend,” Martin said of his potent first line. “They gave us some pretty good pushback every time they were on the ice.” Gould and Nick Fidanza both scored in the second half of the game, but when the final buzzer sounded, the Cents were one short on the scoreboard, losing 4-3. Merritt outshot Powell
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rink makes it MSS jr. girls at St.Ann’s tourney AtwoSanders in a row at Turkey Spiel Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD
The Merritt Secondary School junior girls basketball team hit the road on the weekend for a tournament at St. Ann’s Academy in Kamloops. The MSS squad went 1-2 in their three games. The Lady Panthers opened with a narrow 32-29 loss to the Sa-hali Sabres in a game that saw the team lose its starting point guard, Meisha Naker, for the remainder of the tournament with an ankle injury. Logan Moorhead topped all Merritt scorers with 10 points, while Naker had seven. In their second outing, the Panthers renewed acquaintances with the Valleyview Vikes, the same team they defeated 39-36+ in league action earlier in the week. The Vikes turned the tables on the weekend, edging their West Zone rivals 29-22. Moorhead once again paced the Merritt attack with eight
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JOLLY JUMPER Merritt’s Michaela Smith (4) puts up a shot during junior girls basketball tournament action between Merritt and Valleyview at St. Ann’s Academy in Kamloops on the weekend. Photo courtesy of Stef Zabek
points, while Haley Zabek chipped in six. In their third and final game of the tournament, the Panthers ran roughshod over Valleyview’s B team 55-15. Moorhead had a game-high 24 points in just over 16 minutes of play. Sumeeti Chhabra
reached double digits with 10 points. Game MVPs for Merritt at the twoday tourney were Moorhead, Chhabra and Michaela Smith. The MSS junior girls squad and their male counterparts have an exhibition doubleheader
versus the Princeton Rebels this week. On Wednesday, the two schools were set to do battle at MSS, starting at 4 p.m. The second half of the home-and-home is set for Thursday at Princeton Secondary School.
MINOR HOCKEY REPORT Atom Rec It’s not whether you win or lose, but how you play the game. While the LNB atoms were unable to register a victory in their own eight-team tournament on the weekend, the youngsters displayed tremendous heart, enthusiasm and resiliency in their four games played. Hats off to the rotating trio of netminders — Lucas Dixon, Kolton Wekking and Owen Bateson — for standing in there and facing a ton of pucks. And congratulations to Kolton for his two-goal performance when he was playing forward, and Logan raser and Colton Ferris for drawing assists. The Chilliwack Vipers won the threeday tournament, defeating the Abbotsford C3s 5-3 in the gold-medal game.
Peewee Rep Max Graham’s hat
to Clint Kaboni, Luke Narcisse, Talon Zakall and Austin Hawkins.
For the second year in succession, a variation on a Sanders rink has won the annual Coopers Turkey Spiel at the Merritt Curling Centre. The charity and family-focused event took place on Saturday with a full complement of 16 teams taking part. This year’s winning quartet was comprised of skip Shelley Sanders, her husband Ron, their son Adam, and family friend Tom Scott. The talented foursome won all three of their four-end games and won 10 of a possible 12 ends to register a cumulative score of 25 points. Just a single point back and tied for second were the Rick Olsen rink (including wife Kathryn Olsen, and husband-andwife Curtis and Cathy Sloan) and the Paul Montgomery quartet (with Nancy Ellingsen, and husband-and-wife Alan and Meg Paulson). “I’m thrilled to death with the win,” Shelley Sanders said. “Just days
before the event, we lost two of our players and had to scramble to find replacements. Fortunately Adam, who’s only played a half-a-dozen times in his life, and Tom were available at the last minute.” The Sanders rink won four Christmas turkeys for their efforts, while the runners-up each received holiday chickens and eggs — all donated by Coopers Foods. A very successful
SWEEPHEARTS The husband-and-wife team of Deb and Bill Stowell work the brooms during the Coopers Turkey Spiel on Saturday. A total of 16 teams took part in the one-day event. Ian Webster/Herald
MERRITT BOWLING CENTRE
This Weekend For the first time in almost two months, a tournament is not scheduled for local arenas. However, there is a busy final weekend of games leading up to the holiday break. GIVING CHASE Merritt LNB atom Brooke Gustafson (right) pursues a Chilliwack player during tournament play on the weekend. Ian Webster/Herald
trick and a pair of goals by Breanna Ouellet paced the Ramada peewee reps to a 7-4 victory over North Okanagan in Enderby on the weekend. Other Merritt scorers were Jayden Story and Chase Cooke. Graham, Ouellet, Story, Matthew Newman, Preston Laupitz, Caleb Brackett and Missy McDonnell all registered one or more assists. Manjot Panghli and Bryce Garcia shared the win in net.
Midget Rec The NVIT midgets ran into a red-hot goaltender in their 4-0 loss to Lillooet on Saturday.
Bantam Rec The City Furniture bantams were handed just their second loss of the season on Saturday, falling 5-3 to Lillooet on home ice. Justin Tighe had two goals for the Merritt side, and Armoni McRae one. Assists went
Saturday 10 a.m. Peewee Rec vs Ashcroft (NVMA) 12 a.m. Peewee Rep vs Kelowna (NVMA) 2:45 p.m. Midget Rec vs 100 Mile (NVMA) 4:15 p.m. Atom Dev. vs Revelstoke (Shulus) 4:45 p.m. Peewee Rec vs 100 Mile (NVMA) Sunday 8:15 a.m. Midget Rec vs 100 Mile (Shulus) 12 a.m. Bantam Rec vs Clearwater (NVMA) 2 p.m. Peewee Rec vs Lillooet (NVMA)
draw-to-the-button competition was also held with all proceeds going to the BC Children’s Hospital. The Turkey Spiel wrapped up with a delicious dinner prepared by chef Ryan Weatherbie and his team. Things get very busy at the curling centre in the new year with the men’s and ladies’ bonspiels slated for the Jan. 8 to 10 and Jan. 22 to 23 weekends respectively.
WEEKLY TOP SCORES Men’s Top-10 Averages Jordan Pinto Bill Campbell Jerrid Chandler Pat McKinney Mark Pattison Stuart Cornies Don Kraus Harold Aljam Bill McNeil James Isaac, Derek Cornies
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We are looking for artists to show their work depicting landscapes in the Nicola Valley. Can be done in any paint medium. You can submit up to 3 paintings, space permitting. The show is scheduled to begin April 8, 2016. The deadline to deliver your work to the Courthouse Gallery in Merritt is March 26th at 5pm. There will be an nominal entry fee. There will be 2 prizes awarded through a jury process. The amount of the prize depends on how many entries there are. Gallery hours are... Thursday through Saturday from noon until 6pm. Wednesday is an Admin day and hours are noon until 5:30pm. If you have questions you can reach the gallery at 250-378-6515 or you can email the gallery manager at klassicalart7@hotmail.com
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The Merritt Chapter of the Vintage Car Club of Canada invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7:00 PM on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Jack Cross 250-3782662 or Kim Jurriet 250-378-2672 for more info.
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Please apply in person with resume to City Furniture, 2025 Coutlee Ave., Merritt. or by email: sonny@cityfurnituremerritt.ca We thank all candidates who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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CERTIFIED CAREGIVER Casual Employment available to provide support for elderly lady in the Merritt area. Companionship, light housekeeping and some meal preparation required. Hourly pay rate offered commensurate with skills and experience. Please send resume and references to: Box 100 C/O Merritt Herald P.O. Box 9, Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8
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1 bdrm Apt. $600 plus hydro (X6) 3 bdrm Apt. $825 plus hydro.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Northeast News is looking to hire exceptional and dedicated REPORTERS and SPORTS REPORTERS to join a fun and friendly team. The successful candidate works well in a team setting but is self â&#x20AC;&#x201C; motivated. You will be exposed to a variety of potential news stories from city council, school district meetings, court cases, RCMP press conferences, sports, the local cafĂŠ, an emerging artist or the latest event. The successful candidate will be responsible to write multiple news stories a week, take photographs to accompany stories, attend community events as well as design and layout pages. The Northeast News is known for its local news, which means the successful candidate is one who will immerse him or her self in the community. Our publication also delivers strong breaking news content. Therefore we are looking for a go-getter and someone who has a nose for news. If this sounds like you, email your cover letter, resume, and three clippings to salesmanager@ northeastnews.ca start date ASAP. Only those considered will be contacted.
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