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The province-wide state of emergency was ended on Sept. 7, but more than 1.3 million hectares of B.C. forests have already burned.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) troops stationed in Merritt to fight nearby wildfires alongside the BC Wildfire Service have moved on to the next task.

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what they needed from us and provided that expert-level supervision,” he said. “The soldiers were very motivated to get things done quickly and efficiently.”

Troops stationed in Merritt received a warm welcome from the community as well, said Maj. Anderson.

He noted many locals

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‘It’s so nice to work where you’re appreciated and we certainly felt that here.’

— Maj. James Anderson Canadian Armed Forces

Merritt since Aug. 16 and departed on Sept.

7 for the Princeton area to battle the Cook Creek wildfire.

Maj. James Anderson told the Herald working with the firefighters has been a smooth process.

“The strike team leaders provided by the BC Wildfire Service knew exactly

took the time to thank the soldiers for their service and the CAF received a great deal of support from the local police detachment.

“We’ve had nothing but positive experiences here,” he said. “It’s always nice to work where you’re appreciated and we certainly felt that here.”

Soldiers search for and extinguish hot spots and burning material in a fire affected area near Merritt on Aug. 26. Photo courtesy of Master Cpl. Gerald Cormier

Campfire ban lifted in B.C. Interior Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Marshmallow roasters rejoice — campfires are once again allowed throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes the Merritt fire zone.

The campfire restriction has been in effect since July 26 and was officially rescinded as of 12:00 p.m. on Sept. 7.

The ban has been lifted as the wildfire risk has decreased in the region, according to Brenna Ward, fire information officer with the BC Wildfire Service.

“Looking at the temperature and the weather forecast we’re not expecting any long trends of hot and dry weather,” she said.

“And of course we are seeing those more seasonal fall temperatures, so it’s thanks

to those lower, cooler temperatures and lower humidity.”

While campfires are now permitted, category 2 and category 3 open fires, which are fires larger than 0.5 metres by 0.5 metres, remain prohibited. The use of tiki torches, sky lanterns, fireworks, burn barrels or burning cages and binary exploding targets remain banned as well.

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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, September 18 - 7 pm Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, October 9 - 7 pm Regular Council Meeting

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of Clerk Typist for the RCMP Detachment.

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of Bylaw Officer II.

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 by:

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 by:

Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager 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.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Date Posted: August 30, 2018 Posting Expires: September 14, 2018

Date Posted: August 30, 2018 Posting Expires: September 14, 2018

2018 LOCAL ELECTION ELECTION POLL CLERKS REQUIRED Are you interested in working at the poll on General Election Day Saturday, October 20, 2018? This is an opportunity to serve your community and to be involved in the election process.

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to meet with Mayor Menard on p.m., 3:00 19 from September p.m., 3:00 and to a.m.a.m.

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2185 Voght floor), 2185 (second floor), Hall (second City Hall at City Office at Mayor’s Office the Mayor’s Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor at a Drop-In session please call reception at City Hall 250-378-4224.

CITY OF MERRITT NOTICE OF 2018 TAX SALE 10:00 a.m. on September 24, 2018

Pursuant to Section 254 of the Community Charter, properties listed below will be offered for sale for recovery of outstanding property taxes on Monday, September 24, 2018, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at the Merritt City Hall at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, unless delinquent taxes CITY OF MERRITT NOTICE OF 2018 TAX SALE plus interest are paid prior to the tax sale. For further information please 10:00 a.m. on September 24, 2018 contact the Tax Department at 250-378-4224, or refer to www.merritt.ca.

Pursuant to Section 254 of the Community Charter, properties listed below will be offered for sale for

The City of Merrittproperty makestaxes no on representation expressed implied as toa.m. thein recovery of outstanding Monday, September 24, 2018, or beginning at 10:00 Council Chambers at the Merritt City Hall at 2185 Voght Street,offered Merritt, BC, delinquent taxes plus condition or quality of the properties being forunless sale.

Prospective interest are paid are prior to the tax to sale.make For further please contact theto Taxmunicipal Department atand 250purchasers urged all information necessary inquiries 378-4224, or refer to www.merritt.ca. other government departments and in the case of strata lots to the strata corporation, to makes determine the existence of any bylaws, charges The City of Merritt no representation expressed or implied as to restriction, the condition or quality of or the other conditions which may affect the value or sustainability of the property. properties being offered for sale. Prospective purchasers are urged to make all necessary inquiries to municipal and other government departments and in the case of strata lots to the strata corporation, to

determine the existence any bylaws, restriction, charges or other conditions affect the value Any person upon ofbeing declared the successful bidder which mustmay immediately or sustainability thecertified property. cheque a minimum of not less than the upset price. pay by cashofor Failure to pay this amount will result in the property being offered for sale Any person upon being declared the successful bidder must immediately pay by cash or certified again.

Any balance must be paid by cash or certified cheque by noon the cheque a minimum of not less than the upset price. Failure to pay this amount will result in the property same day. for Failure to pay balance property being offered sale again.

Any the balance must bewill paidresult by cashinorthe certified cheque being by noonoffered the same for again on the following day.offered for sale again at 10:00 am on the day.sale Failure to payat the10:00 balanceam will result in the property being following day.

Purchase of a Tax Sale Property is subject to tax under the Property Transfer Purchase subject to under the Property Transfer Tax Act on the fair market Tax Act of ona Tax theSale fair Property marketis value oftax the property. value of the property.

Property ID Property Address 008-­‐973-­‐814 1870 ARMSTRONG ST 026-­‐943-­‐433 48 -­‐ 1703 MENZIES ST 009-­‐488-­‐669 2653 PRIEST AVE 004-­‐649-­‐541 2866 CLAPPERTON AVE 011-­‐828-­‐161 2276 COLDWATER AVE 008-­‐373-­‐256, 1541 HOUSTON ST 008-­‐373-­‐264 012-­‐197-­‐904 2552 LAUDER AVE 012-­‐197-­‐912 2544 LAUDER AVE 010-­‐658-­‐629 2301 NICOLA AVE 009-­‐036-­‐962 3463 VOGHT ST

Legal Description LOT: 5; PLAN NUMBER: KAP14631; DISTRICT LOT: 122; LOT: 48; PLAN NUMBER: KAS3157; DISTRICT LOT: 122; LOT: 14; PLAN NUMBER: KAP11984; DISTRICT LOT: 123; LOT: 21; PLAN NUMBER: KAP28057; DISTRICT LOT: 122; LOT: 7; PLAN NUMBER: KAP1130; DISTRICT LOT: 123; LOT: C; BLOCK: 43; PLAN NUMBER: KAP717; DISTRICT LOT: 123; LOT: 12; PLAN NUMBER: KAP565; DISTRICT LOT: 123; LOT: 13; PLAN NUMBER: KAP565; DISTRICT LOT: 123; LOT: 20; BLOCK: 5; PLAN NUMBER: KAP1; DISTRICT LOT: 124; LOT: 1; PLAN NUMBER: KAP13615;

Upset Amount $6,115.34 $3,483.20 $12,469.16 $3,969.96 $5,995.11 $8,072.77 $2,895.25 $4,615.75 $5,587.95 $97,182.10

Wayne Anderson, CPA, CMA Wayne Anderson, CPA, CMA Tax Collector Tax Collector

Poll clerks are needed to work from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

If you wish to work at the election, application forms are available at City Hall and on the City website at www.merritt.ca. The deadline for submission is 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2018. Preference will be given to persons with previous local government election work experience.

ILLEGAL DUMPING ON MIDDAY VALLEY ROAD The City would like to remind residents that dumping unwanted goods is illegal pursuant to section 10(b) of the City of Merritt Nuisance Abatement Bylaw.

Polling Clerks will be paid $15.00 per hour.

All Polling Clerks will be required to attend a training session.

For further information, please contact Sean Smith, Chief Election Officer or Carole Fraser, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 378-8614 or by e-mail at cfraser@merritt.ca

BE BEAR TourismAWARE Merritt

Connect with us on our new tourism website and social media. www.tourismmerritt.com • #ExploreMerritt

In recent months, there has been increased illegal dumping activity on the roadway in front of businesses on Midday Valley Road, despite posted “No Dumping” signs. Items dumped include dozens of household appliances, scrap metal, wood products, mattresses, an abandoned vehicle, recycling, and household garbage. The City has confirmed with affected property owners that dumping is not welcomed, whether scrap metal or otherwise.

In addition to being expensive for affected citizens and the taxpayers generally, illegal dumping is a threat to safety and the environment, as pollutants can leach into the ground and surface water. We encourage citizens to report any illegal dumping sightings to bylaw enforcement staff at (250) 378-8628 or bylaw@merritt.ca.

VISIT TOURISM MERRITT FOR MORE TO SEE AND DO Add your event and see all other events in Merritt at www.tourismmerritt.com/events For both locals and visitors to discover more about Merritt and great upcoming events in the community!

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Incumbents look for another term Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Mayor Neil Menard has officially filed his reelection papers.

A Merrittonian since the 1970s, Menard was elected mayor in 2014, less than a year after winning a seat on council in a byelection.

that stops you better go find something else to do.”

When asked what projects he plans to prioritize if re-elected, Menard told the Herald he’s waiting to develop his full platform.

“I haven’t sat down and prioritized them yet, I’ve been kind of waiting until everybody who is going to run for council or mayor all gets in there,” he said.

ing what to do and find out all our efforts don’t amount to anything if we haven’t done it right.

I’d like to follow that one through.”

Increasing health care services in town is another one of Christopherson’s priorities. He said he is concerned there is a signifi-

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He believes he has more to contribute to the community.

“I’ve learned a lot the past five years on council and as mayor,” he said. “A day never goes by when I don’t learn something and if

are here!

We have a large selection of Fall Bulbs, ranging from $5.95 to $21.95.

Lots of colourful varieties as well as some deer resistant bulbs!

PLANT THEM THIS FALL AND WATCH THEM FLOWER IN THE SPRING!

Christopherson touts experience Coun. Kurt Christopherson is throwing his name into the hat for another term.

Originally elected in a byelection in 2012, the councillor wants to carry on with work council has initiated.

Flood and drought mitigation top his list.

“I think it needs to have a lot of good research behind it,” he said. “I just don’t think we should be nitpick-

FALL BULBS

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cant chunk of Merritt’s population that do not have a family doctor, and would like to keep working towards a possible walk-in clinic or similar project.

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ROYAL LEPAGE Merritt Real Estate Services is pleased to announce the addition of Valerie Kynoch “Val’s creative, energetic and caring nature is a perfect match for identifying each client’s wishes as well as skillfully featuring a home’s unique character.”

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As a Licensed Sales Representative, I am thrilled to be joining the Royal LePage Team. As a graduate of BCIT in Sales and Marketing, I have the ability to negotiate, understand market data and create strong networks. My family has owned a business in Merritt since 1975 and this is where I learned to work hard, to be honest and loyal. I bring these attributes and dedication to my Real Estate Profession.

I have had the privilege of working for SD58 for over 20 years in many different roles, including the creation of the SD58 Trades Program.

Through my work in education I have learned to be patient, detail oriented and proactive. I have been an active member in many committees and community events including the creation of the Fairy Godmother Program.

As a long-time resident of the Nicola Valley I have witnessed tremendous change and growth, and I believe that this area is one of BC’s most soughtafter destinations. With my roots firmly established in Merritt and the surrounding area, I can help you if you are thinking about making a change, or if you are curious about your options, give me a call, or stop by my office.

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OCTOBER 12, 2018 / 1PM-7PM MERRITT CIVIC CENTER DEMON STR AT ION W ORKSH OPS ENTE RTA IN MEN T KEYNOTE SPEAKER We are seeking: - Food and artisan vendors - Cultural performers and entertainers - Demonstrators for workshops For more information, contact the Nicola Tribal Association 250-378-4235 | administration@nicolatribal.org

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VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Just another sales tax If you filled up at the Shell station on Sumas Way in Abbotsford last week, TOM FLETCHER you paid $1.38 per B.C. VIEWS litre of regular gasoline. The Husky station on Quadra Street in Victoria was charging $1.44, the same price as in 100 Mile House, and a penny a litre more than in Cranbrook.

April 1 was the date of the latest increase in B.C.’s carbon tax on fuels, already the highest in Canada.

It now sits at $35 per tonne of carbon dioxide emissions.

When then-premier Gordon Campbell introduced the B.C. carbon tax in 2008, I argued in favour of it. It promotes more efficient vehicles, higher-density communities with more walking and cycling that our couch-potato culture desperately needs, and most significantly, it was “revenue neutral.”

A few hard lessons have been learned since those early days of “fighting climate change” through taxation. The first is that it hasn’t worked.

B.C.’s greenhouse gas emissions went down for a couple of years due to a destructive global recession that among other things, forced Canadian and U.S. governments to briefly nationalize auto companies.

Emissions have been rising since, and will continue unless the B.C. economy hits another wall.

The notion that British Columbia, and for that matter Canada, can alter planetary weather with deceptive tax measures, while the U.S., China, India, Australia and others bow out, is not just sick. It’s dying.

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Human rights take another small step Is there really such a thing as a global culture?

Consider gay rights.

Last Thursday the Indian Supreme Court decriminalized homosexuality.

Last April a court GWYNNE DYER in Trinidad and The international Tobago found coloSTAGE nial-era laws banning gay sex to be unconstitutional. And late last year, Australia became the umpteenth state to legalize samesex marriage. There is a slow-motion avalanche going on.

Yes, 35 of the 63 Commonwealth countries, mostly in Africa or the West Indies, still make homosexual acts a criminal offence.

Yes, some countries, including Nigeria and Uganda, have even tightened their anti-gay laws. And in the ultra-conservative Malaysian state of Terengganu last week, two women were lashed six times with a cane and fined $800 for ‘trying to have sex’ (whatever that means) in a car.

Change was never achieved easily, and it still isn’t. Section 377, the 19th-century law

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that made a same-sex relationship in India an “unnatural offence” punishable by a 10-year jail term, was struck down by the Delhi High Court in 2009. The Indian gay community, as big as anywhere else but more oppressed than most, celebrated, and many people came out of the closet, especially in the big cities.

Some of them paid a high price when the Indian Supreme Court then reinstated Section 377 in 2013, saying that only parliament could change the law. This year the very same court reviewed that decision and reversed it. Why did it do that? After all, the Indian Constitution hadn’t changed in the meantime.

Nobody on the Indian Supreme Court will admit this in public, but the real reason for the about-face was that the consensus global definition of human rights has expanded far enough to make its previous ruling untenable.

No grown-up country that is fully engaged with the rest of the world wants to be embarrassed by laws that make it look medieval.

Conservative religious and political leaders in developing countries often condemn the repeal of anti-gay laws as an unwelcome import from the West, somehow contrary to the local culture, but they should (and often

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do) know better. It was Western countries that imposed anti-gay laws on their empires in the first place, in the 19th century, and it’s local activists, not foreign gays, that are struggling to get rid of them.

This is not to say that the situation of gays outside the West was good before the rise of the European empires. On the contrary, very few cultures, Western or otherwise, have ever accorded gays the same rights and respect as the rest of the population. The activists are breaking new ground in the West as much as they are in the developing world.

What we are really seeing here is the halting but probably unstoppable emergence of a global standard on human rights. It has been underway for at least 250 years and it may have another century to go, but gay rights belongs to the same category of social innovation as the end of slavery, the rise of feminism, and the abolition of the death penalty.

None of these changes are happening because they correspond to some natural law.

They are being consciously created by people who want there to be more justice and more equity in the world.

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Prices driving business away Think before posting about recent tragedies Editor,

Once again I think it’s time to address the serious problem facing our citizens, businesses and visitors to our town — soaring gas prices.

To my knowledge, we don’t have a transit tax in Merritt so paying 145.9 cents per litre in the Nicola Valley com-

Editor, Just a couple of days ago on Highway 8 — the road I drive home everyday — there was a tragedy. Out of respect, I can’t help but feel as though I am trespassing every time I drive over the painted markings decorating the road, an indication and reminder of the heartbreaking events which occurred. As visible as these line are, there are still people who use the road as if they

pared to 132.9 cents per litre in Kamloops seems highly unfair and even somewhat immoral. Talk about Mr. Trump and collusion — we seem to have it right here in Merritt.

I’m surprised that the business community in Merritt doesn’t band together and apply a bit more pressure on

own it, with a total disregard for everyone else.

Much like these road users, there are individuals on social media who are under the impression that they own the sole right to discuss and comment on events, and the split second moments leading up to these tragedies, without having witnessed them. These users comment publicly and often enter into rude and disrespectful debates amongst themselves with a total disregard to those

MPs here to help during wildfire season Editor, We are lucky to live in such a beautiful province. However, we have once again had a summer that has delivered a stark reminder of the incredible power of the natural settings we love so much.

For the second year in a row, summer has been trying for the people of British Columbia.

Yet another state of emergency, with forest fires driving thousands of residents from their homes, destroying property and scorching hundreds of thousands of hectares of our beautiful province.

Coping with the very real threat to life and property is hard, as is the forced displacement from home and the worry that comes from leaving life and property behind, in the path of the flames.

We had only just begun the recovery from

their brethren service station owners who seem to be complacent about driving business out of town.

If any of my assertions are in error, and they possibly could be, please feel free to enlighten me.

Paul Zaluski Merritt

who had just suffered serious injury or worse, the loss of a loved one.

Perhaps, if you will… Take a moment before you share your infinite wisdom on a topic to which you don’t own any rights, demanding from others to accept your opinion as the only valid one, and think how this event has changed someone’s life forever.

Vanessa van Rensburg Merritt

the unprecedented 2017 wildfire season and were once again thrust into this summer’s fire season.

Over the next while, there will be trying times ahead for our friends, neighbours and communities.

But, as a province, we are strong and resilient, and we will be there for one another and we will endure these hardships.

We are so thankful and proud of our first responders — the firefighters, police, military and emergency services personnel — who have dedicated themselves to keeping all of us safe, working around the clock to keep people out of harm’s way and in battling these horrific fires.

We owe them a debt of gratitude for their unwavering service and sacrifice in the face of danger.

And please, remember that through these unprecedented events, my colleagues and I are here to serve you. If we can assist in any way, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you need our assistance.

MP Dan Albas On behalf of the B.C. Caucus, Conservative Party of Canada

Two steps forward, one step back for progress From Page 6 The activists are a small minority, but they are making progress because their ideas resonate with a much larger group in every society who share their ideals if not their energy.

This may sound overly optimistic at a time when there is a racist president in the White House, a cynical manipulator in the Kremlin, and a saner version of Chairman Mao running China. All of them trade in gutter nationalism, and none of them gives a damn about justice or equity. Not only that, but they are all quite popular at home.

Never mind. Progress is usually two steps forward, one step back, and we may be in for a slow decade in terms of progress on human rights, or even some back-sliding.

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‘...with the change in India, five-sixths of the world’s people now live in countries where homosexuality is not a crime.’

But do you really think that people as shallow as Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin can turn the clock all the way back? (Xi Jinping may be a longer-term problem, but not for gays. There are no anti-gay laws in China.)

This is long-wave change. The rise of democracy was part of it. Decolonization was part of it. The struggle against racism is part of it. The goal is equality of rights, and this decade is turning out to be the decade when the gays get it.

Or rather, it’s the decade when they get in legal terms, although they will have to wait a while longer before sexual orientation becomes a completely neutral attribute like hair colour.

Basically, they have to wait until the older generation dies off. Most of the urban young get it already.

Meanwhile, you might like to note that with the change in India, five-sixths of the world’s people now live in countries where homosexuality is not a crime.

Gwynne Dyer’s new book is ‘Growing Pains: The Future of Democracy (and Work)’.

From the Herald archives: Sept. 13, 1989

NO ORDINARY GRANDMA Seventy-one year old Anita Kunow is no ordinary grandmother.

In fact, she likes to live dangerously.

Kunow is in Merritt visiting her daughter and son-in-law, Martina and Frank Trenholm, and helping to look after the kids.

“I’ve always wanted to ride in a hot-air balloon,’’ she said.

Well last week she got the chance, rising early on a sunny Wednesday morning to glide over the Nicola Valley in a hot-air balloon.

“It was exciting,” Kunow said But she admits it wasn’t as scary as her last ‘dream of a lifetime’ three years ago.

“When she came to visit us three years ago she wanted to go on a wildwater ride, so we took her rafting from Spences Bridge to Lytton,’’ explains Trenholm.

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Voter registration push begins for mail-in referendum Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

Watch for a card from Elections BC in your mailbox that is the first step to a mail-in referendum on changing the province’s voting system.

The notification cards are being mailed to every household in B.C. this month to remind them to get their voters list information up to date. The referendum voting packages themselves are to be mailed out between Oct. 22 and Nov. 2, and must be completed and returned by Nov. 30.

Voters don’t have to wait for a card to arrive.

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“Make sure you are registered and that your information is up to date, especially if you’ve

never registered, moved recently or changed your name,” said B.C.’s Chief Electoral Officer Anton Boegman. “If your voter information is current, you will get a referendum voting

package in the mail later this fall.”

Any Canadian citizen aged 18 or older as of Nov. 30, having lived

in B.C. for at least six months before that date, is eligible to vote.

B.C. previously held referenda on electoral reform in 2005 and 2009, where changes were defeated under a super-majority that also required approval in all regions of the province. Those votes were preceded by a lengthy citizens’ assembly to choose alternative systems.

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TNRD Area “M” director and chair Randy Murray. Herald file photo Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

After a decade serving as director for the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD), Randy Murray is stepping aside.

“I’ve had a good 10 years seeing area “M” — the Beautiful Nicola Valley - North — grow, and now it’s time for me to move on and make space for somebody new to come in and carry on from here,” he said, noting it was not a decision he took lightly.

The longtime director — who served as board chairman for two years — said there are a number of projects he’s been involved with that he’s particularly proud of.

The first is the revitalization of Smith Pioneer Park and community hall in Lower Nicola. Murray said he is pleased the TNRD — along with other agencies — was able to invest around one million dollars into the park.

“Those are core in little communities. They create playgrounds for

kids to play and places for them to have events like the [Lower Nicola Garlic Festival] and be proud of the venue,” he said. “It changes the community and I’m very proud of Smith Pioneer Park and the growth there.”

Promoting tourism in Gold Country was another focus Murray looked back on fondly, particularly sparking the “Rails to Trails” project development that would see a multi-use pathway take over the existing railway bed between Merritt and Shulus.

“Hopefully someone will carry the torch forward with that one,” he said, noting he has confidence in Lower Nicola Indian Band Chief Aaron Sumexheltza and his passion for the project.

Last, but not least, Murray stood at the forefront of the regional anti-biosolids movement, and said he is pleased with his work changing a bylaw to require transparency of those wanting to apply biosolids in the region.

Now completely retired, Murray told the Herald he’s excited to travel the world and enjoy some freedom.

“I’m at that point where I’m ready to have some fun — go and enjoy life,” he said.

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Two vehicles and several thousand dollars worth of property was stolen from a Diamond Vale home overnight on Sept. 10. Photo courtesy of Merritt RCMP Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

It was rude awakening for a couple living in the Diamond Vale area.

Thieves ransacked their home in the middle of the night on Sept.

10, stealing several thousands of dollars worth of property.

“Culprits had gained entry to [the] residence overnight, stealing tele-

visions, stereos, [an] iPad, laptop and other electronics from the residence before locating vehicle keys and leaving the area,” Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood wrote to the Herald in an email.

Two vehicles were stolen from the residence, according to Wood.

A bright red Chevrolet Silverado

First Nations Emergency Services vehicle with the license plate AP7 197 was taken from the home. A grey 2003 GMC Sierra pickup truck with the license plate 345 7JF was also stolen.

Wood is asking anyone who sees the vehicles to contact Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262 and not to approach the vehicles or suspects.

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Newcomers hope to bring fresh perspective Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Melvina White believes Merritt already has all the tools it needs to thrive.

The local is bringing her 17 years of experience as owner of Merritt Desert Inn to the table this municipal election.

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She said she knows firsthand what businesses in town need and would aim to support them by providing incentives such as tax breaks.

“There are stories out there of different people coming in and trying to [open businesses]. The red tape, the regulations and the rules are absolutely ridiculous,” she said.

White recalled owning businesses in Nanaimo and Abbotsford, where she was rewarded for beautifying the outside of her establishments. She noted that is something she’d like to see the City of Merritt adopt.

“The city came and gave me a cheque and a letter thanking me for taking the initiative to clean up the outside of the building. The exact same thing happened in Abbotsford,” she said.

In addition to economic development and lowering taxes, supporting tourism is key concern of White’s.

“I love Merritt as a town. I think it has a lot of potential and I think there can be a balance between maintaining our lifestyle and tourism. I believe that we

need tourism to assist with keeping the taxes down,” said White.

“I think the biggest thing is city and community support of different initiatives that are happening in town and keeping it positive,” she added.

Mack aims to be voice for youth He may be the tender age of 22, but Elijah Mack believes he has what it takes to earn a spot on city council come October.

Having served as a board member for the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres and as a youth executive for the National Association of Friendship Centres, Mack has a passion for youth representation.

“Having youth input is so important to me — we need to have a youth voice and it needs to be heard,” he said. “I’ve always said ‘I’m gifted with a voice and I’m using it.’”

Originally hailing from Bella Coola, B.C., Mack has lived in Merritt for the past 15 years.

Establishing a youth council as well as a safe place for young people to gather are two of his priorities if elected this fall, he explained, noting the mental health repercussions for young people if they do not have support and opportunities in their community.

“My biggest thing for [youth in] Merritt is having a safe place to go — a safe place to

be,” he said. “To get funding and a sustainable place I need support from the City of Merritt.”

“Because they are the future so they need to understand [municipal politics] and be able to have input.”

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Martin wants seat at the table Merritt’s own Emma Martin has officially joined the city council race.

The 23-year-old said her vision for the community features social and economic diversity and increased youth representation within municipal government.

“I think the youngest person on council right now is around 50, so we just need more involvement,” she said.

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She said she also has her eye on economic development and revitalizing the downtown core.

“This includes window dressing for unused store fronts, better garbage and recycling management, and simplified zoning bylaws for businesses,” she wrote in a statement published on her Facebook page.

“Being youth myself, I hope that if people see that I can do something that will make a difference then maybe that will inspire them to want to do something too,” she told the Herald.

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(Clockwise from top left) Nick Granowicz and Matthew Kopperud chase after the puck during the Cents home opener against the Vernon Vipers. Centennials captain Nick Wicks carries the puck into the offensive zone. Bradley Cocca and Wicks watch a Vipers player in his own zone. Bill Stowell/Herald Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

After finishing last season as one of the lowest scoring teams in the Interior division, this year’s Merritt Centennials are looking to light the lamp with a little more consistency.

And despite dropping their first game of the season and their home opener

on Sept. 8, the Cents already have the look of a much more dangerous team.

After watching first period leads evaporate in games against the Salmon Arm Silverbacks and the Vernon Vipers, the Cents bounced back on Sept. 11, earning their first win of the season over the Surrey Eagles.

Unlike the first two games of the season, the

Cents gave up the first goal of the contest on Tuesday evening at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. But Merritt’s Mathieu Gosselin scored his first of the season to even things up before the period expired.

It was all Cents in the second, as newly minted assistant captain Brendan Schneider and Rylan Van Unen each scored a pair of

goals, giving the home team a 5-1 lead heading into the final frame.

Defence took a back seat as the Eagles charged back into the game, notching five goals of their own in the frame. But the Cents were bailed out by their offence, as rookie Daniel Tkac scored his first BCHL goal, and Gosselin added another to give the Cents the breath-

ing room to hang on for the win.

Scoring after the first period had proven to be a bit of an issue for the Cents in their first two games of the season, falling 4-2 to the Silverbacks on Sept. 7, and 5-2 to the Vipers on Sept. 8.

In both games, the Cents scored first but found themselves stymied after the first frame.

The team will have one more game at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena on Friday when the reigning Fred Page Cup champions Wenatchee Wild come to town.

Then on Sept. 20 and 22, the Cents will take part in the annual BCHL showcase in Chilliwack, facing off against the Victoria Grizzlies and the Langley Rivermen.

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Runners ready for annual fundraiser Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The smoke from wildfires across B.C. cleared out from the Nicola Valley just in time for Merrittonians to get outside and participate in the annual Terry Fox Run. The five kilometre route will begin and end at Voght Park on Sept. 16, with registration starting at 9 a.m. and the race beginning at 10 a.m.

As usual, participants are invited to run, bike or walk the route while raising funds and awareness for cancer research.

A true Canadian tradition, Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope ended in 1980 but his legacy lives on through hundreds of runs held every September in his name.

The event in Merritt is one of more than 700 such runs hosted from coast to coast in Canada. Every year, hundreds of thousands of Canadians participate in the runs, which serve as fundraisers for the Terry Fox Foundation, dedicated to cancer research.

To date, more than $750 million has been raised through Terry Fox Runs across the country.

Participants are invited to run, bike, walk (or be carried) along the five kilometre route. Herald files

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Third year forward Nick Wicks will wear the C this season for the Merritt Centennials.

He’ll be looking to lead by example, after he put up 42 points last season for the Cents.

Wicks is the highest scoring player returning to the team this season.

Meanwhile, Cents newcomer Nic Granowicz was named as one of two assistant captains for the Cents.

Granowicz has no shortage of leadership experience, having previously served as captain of the Topeka RoadRunners in the NAHL. Brendan Schneider will serve as the second assistant captain, fresh off a season where he was named the “FortisBC Energy Player of the Game” twelve times — the most of any player in the BCHL.

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Seeking new members. Practice Mondays from 7pm to 9pm commencing late September for our fall session. We will be preparing for Remembrance Day and Christmas. No audition and no choir experience required -- just a love for singing and music! Join us as we sing a diverse collection of songs (from classical to pop and from folk to jazz), learn how to read music and spend time having fun with us! Call Ellen Nast, Conductor 250-378-9899 or enast@telus.net

SUMMER NIGHTS MARKET

Come downtown Merritt (2000 block of Quilchena Avenue) every Friday evening now until Sept. 14th. Enjoy local vendors providing a range of goods including clothing, baked goods, art and produce.

NICOLA VALLEY FILM SOCIETY

presents “Tulipani: Love, Honour and a Bicycle” rated 14A on Monday, Sept. 17th at 7:00 pm at the Merritt Civic Centre. Tickets and memberships are available at the door. For more information phone 250-378-3974.

FOOD DRIVE

BC Thanksgiving Day Food Drive will be held on Saturday, September 15 starting at 9:30 am. Prior to Saturday you should receive a plastic bag with an instruction paper in it. Follow the directions and someone will be by to pick up your donation. We are still looking for volunteers. If you would like any information please call 250-378-2282.

COURTHOUSE ARTS GALLERY

Join us Thursday-Saturday from 12-6 p.m.. See our current art show or join us for our Friday workshops, different arts and artists, from tea and talk to mosaics, drawing, etc. For what’s new this week at the Gallery and the NVAC check our website nicolavalleyartscouncil.com Or call 250-378-6515 or 250-315-3437.

LAWN BOWLING

Lawn bowling starts early May, every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 7 pm. For more info call 250-378-2095.

CONAYT BINGO

Join Conayt Friendship Society every Thursday for bingo.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.

Everyone welcome to come and play! 2164 Quilchena Ave.

DROP IN CENTER FOR ELDERS

The Conayt Friendship Society located at 1964 Quilchena Ave. has a drop-in center for Elders every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Snacks and light lunches are provided. Elders are welcome to assist in preparing menu and lunch. A sign-in sheet is at the front office. Elders can provide suggested menus and lunch to reception at the attention of the Executive Director.

Merritt Hospice is calling for volunteers to support Palliative Care Clients and their families and to support those who are grieving. Volunteers are also needed for administrative duties such a fund raising, community events and serve as board members. Contact Jill Sanford at 250-378-4577 for more information.

THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR Photo Night. We’re beginning a new season of monthly CLUB OF CANADA Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying

BAILLIE HOUSE

Fall House Sale starting on September 13th. It will run from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until further notice. The first week or two will mainly be fabric, wool, knitting supplies and sewing notions.

MERRITT COMMUNITY CHOIR

Practice on Mondays from 7:00 to 9:00 commencing September 17th in the Music Room at Diamond Vale Elementary School. Seeking new members for this session, until October 15th. We will be preparing for Remembrance Day .......(continue from here as previously printed)

vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-3784195 for more information.

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church

2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church

2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship

in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church

Playing M/W/F: 8:30-11:30am, Sport Box, Central Park (2975 Voght Street) T/TH: 6:30-8:00pm, Merritt Civic Centre (1950 Mamette Ave) Great fun and exercise, drop-ins welcome. Demo paddles and instruction available. FMI call Brian 250-378-7452 or Gary 250-280-0105

RED CROSS

The Red Cross will be open Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Please go to the hospital if you need medical equipment.

1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 • Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

Seventh Day Adventist Church

2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service times: Sundays at 10am (no service on the 5th Sunday)

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (K - Gr. 4) - 10 am

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2451 Spring Bank Ave • 250-378-5603 Worship Service Sunday -10 am • Sunday School -11:10 am Bible Study - 6:45 to 7:45 pm Wednesdays

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MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY Mourners need brave souls who dare to hold them, touch them and to stay rather than leave when the tears begin to flow.

Linda Louise Lillie It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Linda Louise Lillie on August 28th, 2018.

Linda was born in Dryden, Ontario and is predeceased by her parents Raymond and Dorothy Lillie. Linda will be remembered for her love of family and hockey, loyal personality, quick wit and high integrity. Linda worked in Health Care in other areas of BC before coming to Nicola Valley in 1979. Linda retired from the Interior Health Authority in 2012 as the Manager of the Merritt Health Site.

Our beloved Mom, Nan, Momma Lillie is survived by her husband Pieter , loving daughter April ( Wade ) and two grandsons Bryce and Nolan. Linda was happiest enjoying family time, attending each and every activity that the boys were in, camping and cooking.

There will be no service as per Linda’s request.

A family campout will be held on Thanksgiving weekend in her honor as Fall was her favorite season. The family would like to express our sincere appreciation for the love and support given during WKLV GLIĂ€FXOW WLPH DV ZHOO DV DFNQRZOHGJPHQW WR the medical staff at RIH, NVGH and Gillis House.

P: 250-280-4040

www.merritthospice.org Email: merritthospice@shaw.ca

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

Applications are invited for the position of Relief Bus Driver with School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt, BC. Successful applicants will be required to have a Class 2 with air or higher license and provide a Driver’s Abstract.

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“ In life, you will always see one last sunrise or one last sunset� ~ Linda Lillie

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Wanda Lorraine Cooper. She passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on August 6th, 2018. She was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Gary Cooper, brothers, Dick and Ian, sister Gwen and Fern. She is survived by son Wayne (Jackie) Cooper, daughter Wendy (Dean) Barber, son Dale (Treasure) Cooper, Her grandchildren, Chace, Caylan, Wynter, Tylor, Travis and Sara.

She was known in the community of Hope and a Merritt for being a strong, kind, and intelligent woman. Her house was always welcoming, and extended this hospitality to family, friends and all those around her.

Words really can’t describe how incredible she was and the immensely positive impact she had on those around her. She will be greatly missed, EXW LV ÀQDOO\ DEOH WR MRLQ KHU KXVEDQG RI \HDUV Gary Cooper, resting in heaven.

You will be loved forever by many people on this earth and will always hold a permanent place in our hearts.

A Celebration of life will be held for family and friends at the Merritt Civic Center September, 22, 2018 at 1100 Special thanks to the staff at Gillis House for all their wonderful and loving care they provided.

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Hours will be Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement.

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Local Business Directory BUILDING SUPPLIES MERRITT LUMBER SALES 2152 DOU GLAS ST., MERRITT, BC

250-378-5382 • 250-314-4249

EXCAVATING Gary’s Mini Excavating Service

Lumber, Plywood, Fencing SPECIALS

• Small Job Specialist • Dump Trailer Service • Fencing & Post Pounder • Bobcat Service • Concrete Driveways & Sidewalks • Fully Insured

SCREWS, NAILS, ROOFING, INSULATION, JOIST HANGERS & much more LARGE LANDSCAPING BEAMS AVA ILABLE

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Mon to Fri.: 8 am - 5 pm & Sat.: 8 am - 4 pm

email: garylsedore@gmail.com

Cell: 250-315-3174 Call Gary Sedore for FREE ESTIMATES: 250-378-4312

DENTIST STOYOMA DENTAL CLINIC Did You Know ?

Serving all citizens of Merritt and surrounding areas Stoyoma Dental is Merritt’s newest Dental Clinic. We are a Not For Profit Society serving all residents of Merritt and the surrounding areas. If you are covered by Status, Healthy Kids, Disability, Ministry or the Emergency Plan you are fully covered for eligible services & no additional funds will be required of you!

2088 Quilchena

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!

HOURS: Mon-Fri 8AM - 4:30PM

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

(beside the Royal Bank PO Box 3090, Merritt, BC

MECHANIC

FRANK’S MECHANICAL SERVICE • Tune Ups • Brakes • Exhaust • Suspension • Lube/Oil s & Struts •Radiator Service • Shock • Air Conditioning Service

250-378-1322

2026 Mamette Avenue

PC - 60

250-280-3478

Owner Operator since 1987

• Excavating • Site Prep • Concrete Demolition • Compaction • Drainage • Utility Installation • Retaining Walls • Line Locating • Concrete Cutting

RURAL / RESIDENTIAL

PLUMBING & HEATING

g n i t a e H & g n i b Nicola Plum Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters.

Service Work & Furnace Service.

Custom Sheet Metal Atlas RV Parts & Repairs

PHONE: 250-378-4943

CARPET CLEANING UPHOLSTERY & TILE & GROUT CLEANING – FLOOD & JANITORIAL SERVICES www.tbmcleaningandrestoration.com TF: 1-877-612-0909

TREE SERVICE JIM POTTER

MERRITT TREE SERVICE • Fully insured, certified faller • WSBC covered • Dangerous tree assessment ➤Schedule your FREE Estimate

CALL JIM at 250-378-4212

Solutions for your tree problems!

DENTIST

EXCAVATING Gary’s Mini Excavating Service • Small Job Specialist • Dump Trailer Service • Fencing & Post Pounder • Bobcat Service • Concrete Driveways & Sidewalks • Fully Insured email: garylsedore@gmail.com

Cell: 250-315-3174 Call Gary Sedore for FREE ESTIMATES: 250-378-4312

250-216-0930

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2562B Main Street West Kelowna, BC V4T 2N5

CONCRETE SERVICES IRON MOUNTAIN CONCRETE nce Quality workmanship with over 34 yrs. experie

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ironmtnconcrete@gmail.com

2064 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC

CERTIFIED IN MODERATE ASBESTOS REMOVAL

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s experience • Over 30 year in • Fully sured es • FREE estimat • Tree pruning • Removals e • Storm damag tion ua al ev e ur ct • Tree stru ailable. av ng ni t plan • New & old lo Arborist , Certified Utility Greg Van Osch

•Floors • Patios •Driveways •Exposed Concrete •Acid Stain •Repairs •Textured Concrete •Exposed Retaining Walls Darren Christensen

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2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

www.dentistryatmerritt.ca

R. Dutt-DMD Dr. J. Sarao-DMD, Dr. S. Malhotra-DDS, Dr.

HOURS

Tuesday: 9 am - 6 pm Wednesday - Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm Friday and Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm

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