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JURY TO DECIDE Both the Crown and the defence made their closing arguments in the trial of Garry Handlen, who is accused of the 1978 murder of Monica Jack.

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CALLS STEADY Merritt firefighters responded to slightly fewer calls in 2018 than they did in 2017, but attended twice as many calls for wildland fires.

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YELLOW VESTS A small group of locals attended the second ‘yellow vest’ protest in Merritt, where participants voiced concerns over taxes and immigration.

RISING COST Nearly half of the participants of a recent housing survey in Merritt reported having trouble finding housing that they can afford in the city. With property values on the rise across the Thompson region, two multi-unit residential complexes could provide much needed housing supply in the local market.

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Garry Handlen falsely confessed to Monica Jack murder: Defence Online

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Garry Taylor Handlen pleaded not guilty to the 1978 murder of Monica Jack, with his lawyer arguing that Handlen was manipulated by police.

A lawyer for a man accused of murdering a 12-year-old girl more than 40 years ago argued that his client made a false confession to the crime.

In final submissions to the jury on Jan. 4, Patrick Angly said that Garry Taylor Handlen, who has pleaded not guilty to the first-degree murder of Monica Jack, was manipulated by police during an elaborate undercover operation in which the accused was recruited into a fictitious criminal gang.

“We will take you through the evidence and explain to you how the Crown has failed to prove that what Mr. Handlen said is anything more than a false confession,” Angly said.

The Crown played a videotape in which Handlen confessed during the Mr. Big undercover operation that he had abducted, sexually assaulted and strangled the girl near Merritt. The girl had been reported missing by her family after she failed to return home from a bike ride to Merritt in May 1978.

Handlen was investigated initially, but no charges were laid.

In 1995, human remains, including a partial skull, were found on a mountain north of Merritt, which the Crown

argued were the remains of the girl.

Then, in 2014, the RCMP targeted Handlen in the undercover operation.

The Crown argued in final submissions that the case boiled down to whether Handlen’s confession was reliable and urged the jury to accept that what the accused said to the undercover operators was true.

But Angly said the prosecution argument effectively said that while Handlen lied in some of the statements he made to police, he should be believed when he confessed to the murder.

“The Crown says, ‘Yes, we know Mr. Handlen is a liar, but you should believe him about that one big thing.’ ” said the defence lawyer. “You should believe him, the Crown says, even though he got lots of details wrong, you should believe him even though he was interviewed by police more than 40 years ago and he was clearly given important details.”

Angly said the “apparent” confession to the fictitious crime boss might have looked like a strong case but asked the jury to remember what B.C. Supreme Court Justice Austin Cullen, the trial judge, told them initially about the dangers of false confessions during such undercover operations.

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The law recognizes that confessions made in such circumstances raise concerns as to their reliability or credibility because someone so targeted may view it as being in his best interests to confess to the crime, whether it is true or not, he said.

“We say when you look closely at what happened, the police put Mr.

Handlen in a position where he was falsely faced with the certainty of prosecution and the certainty of losing his job,” added Angly. “Mr. Handlen was faced with the prospect of losing everything the police had very carefully and very skillfully manipulated him into believing was coming his way.”

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The defence lawyer said that the jury was open to find that Monica Jack went missing in 1978, but added that the simple fact of the disappearance was not proof his client was guilty.

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The fire department’s first responder calls have not decreased, but they have stabilized since the rollout of the new provincial emergency dispatch protocol in May that no longer automatically sends fire and ambulance services for every 9-1-1 call, Merritt’s fire chief said.

“That is interesting because talking with other fire departments they have seen quite a decrease,” Dave Tomkinson said. “It might just be because we are a rural community and with only two ambulances stationed in our community and a major highway system — there are probably a lot of different variables.”

For the third year in a row, first responder calls made up approximately fifty per cent of Merritt Fire and Rescue Department (MFRD)’s call-outs.

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AGM on January 22 at 7:00 pm The Merritt Fire and Rescue Department responded to a total of 785 calls in 2018, on par with last year’s total of 796. Herald files

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Firefighters were dispatched due to grass or forest fires a total of 14 times in 2018, up from five in 2017 and six in 2016.

Public service calls doubled from 2017 as well, with 20 total requests from citizens spanning everything from hazardous material disposal and leaking hydrants to people getting stuck in elevators and even a rope rescue for a dog.

“Sometimes we are the last call for people if they cannot figure [their situation] out,” Tomkinson said.

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There were seven total, compared with just one in 2017 and two in 2016.

“All over the province there have been several tragedies so I do not know if the calls have been generated just from people being aware from the media campaign and public service announcements, but you can see there is a number of those overall,” he said.

There was a total of 785 responses for the fire department this year, on par with last year’s total of 796.

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Jury to start deliberations next week From Page 3 He said that evidence such as the fact that a truck and camper similar to the one owned by the accused in 1978 was seen in the area was also not proof of his client’s culpability.

Although the Crown presented expert evidence that the skull found in 1995 was that of Monica Jack, Angly said there was enough “confusion” in the dental records used to make the identification that it created some doubt as to whether the remains were those of the girl.

Angly began his comments with

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“Mr. Matei is entitled to take that dramatic approach. Our simple suggestion is that his approach is a reflection of the weakness of his arguments,” Angly said.

The judge is expected to give his final instructions to the jury at some point this week after which the jury will begin their deliberations.

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Resolutions: a memoriam As we hurdle headlong into the second week of 2019, I’d like to take a moment to eulogize Cole Wagner all of the COLE’S NOTES New Year’s resolutions that have already been abandoned.

Congratulations, of course, to those who have made it past the oneweek mark — but if you bailed on a New Year’s pledge already, there is nothing to be ashamed of. After all, one study suggests most people will find their go-getter attitudes faltering

by Jan. 12 — so if you hopped off the commitment bandwagon already, you’re simply ahead of the game.

New Year’s resolutions have become akin to the plans one makes with an old high school acquaintance, after running into them in the line-up of a hometown bar.

“No no, we definitely have to grab a coffee and catch up — I have so much to tell you since the last time we bumped into each other in this lineup during spring break of my freshman year. Four tequila, please.”

What makes these interactions great is that both parties know they aren’t going to follow through on making plans. Similarly, people intuitively understand that they won’t end up sticking to whatever life-altering change they pledged to undertake in the new year (a pledge likely made shortly after taking tequila shots with Johnny from third period math).

So what if you didn’t make it to the gym again this week? It was probably busy with a bunch of eager beavers anyway. Who cares if your chips were potato instead of kale last weekend? Change is hard! (But not as hard as kale chips).

As for me, I’m still going strong on my resolution to write exclusively about serious issues.

Aw crap.

Publisher Theresa Arnold publisher@ merrittherald.com

Orthodoxy: the new great schism If you live long enough, almost anything is possible. It is now possible, for example, to hear the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, describe a former GWYNNE DYER KGB agent and The international avowed atheist as a STAGE “miracle of God.” The miracle in question, Vladimir Putin, made his career in the Soviet secret police before the collapse of the Soviet Union, which meant he had to be a member of the Communist Party. As a loyal Communist, he had to struggle against the evil influence of religion, the ‘opium of the people,’ and as an ambitious careerist he did just that.

But the regime changed in 1991, and Putin had to carve out a new political career in a post-Communist Russia. So he got religion, or at least pretended to, and made an alliance with the Russian Orthodox Church.

That’s why he is now warning that there may be bloodshed if the Ukrainian Orthodox Church is allowed to break away from the

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Moscow patriarchate.

The president of Russia got the best education the Soviet state could provide, and his private opinion about the Russian Orthodox Church is probably not far from that of Pussy Riot (although they would agree on little else).

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‘But the Church has always served the interests of the Russian state, if it is allowed to...’

But the Church has always served the interests of the Russian state if it is allowed to, and as the embodiment of the Russian state Putin feels obliged to return the favour.

What has upset Patriarch Kirill and his colleagues is that last weekend Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople

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granted a ‘tomos of autocephaly’ to Metropolitan Epiphanius of the newly formed Orthodox Church of Ukraine. Which probably needs a bit of translation.

The Ecumenical Patriarch is the head — or rather, the ‘first among equals’ — among the heads of the various national Orthodox Christian churches. ‘Constantinople,’ actually now Istanbul, is still the headquarters of Orthodox Christianity although it has been under Muslim control for over 500 years.

The Ukrainians had asked Patriarch Bartholomew if they could have their own church back, and after due consideration he decided that they should. The tomos of autocephaly (independence) was the document that contained his decision. He was just putting things back the way they were.

Kiev, now the capital of Ukraine, was the first capital of the Russian state, and naturally the headquarters of the Russian Orthodox Church as well.

But Kiev was destroyed in the Mongol invasion of 1240, and for centuries afterwards the new centres of Russian civilisation were in the forests far to north.

See ‘GEO-POLITICS’ Page 7

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OPINION LETTER

Geo-politics rules Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic closes its doors heaven and earth to the editor

Editor,

I wish to take the opportunity to thank the community of Merritt and surrounding area for being supportive of myself and Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic over the past four decades.

My career and practice has provided many special memories. I was born in England and immigrated to Canada at an early age. Growing up in Vernon, I cultivated interests in sports, horses, livestock, and companion animals while working at the local veterinary clinic throughout my school years. Veterinary studies ensued at the Ontario Veterinary College where I graduated in 1973. My veterinary career over the past 45-plus years involved work overseas in New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, England as well as Alberta, Salmon Arm, Princeton and, of course, Merritt.

I was unable to find a veterinarian to replace me to decrease the demands of a 24/7 business.

I have chosen to merge Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic with Merritt Veterinary Hospital where there are currently three veterinarians, Dr. Paul Molnar, Dr. Anne Flemming and Dr. Becky Chan, to provide for more appointments and timely emergency care. I will be available there on designated days.

I bid farewell to Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic’s location of 39 years at 1802 Charters Street as of Dec. 31, 2018. Effective Jan. 1, 2019, the clinic staff and records will be available at Merritt Veterinary Hospital.

I will miss the many special moments my practice has provided over the past four decades and look forward to seeing my two legged and four legged friends at Merritt Veterinary Hospital.

Thank you again, Merritt, for those special memories!

Dr. Elisabeth Ladyman Merritt Thank you to Dr. Ladyman for so many years of service at the Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic — all the best for the road ahead! - Editor

Good samaritans to the rescue after car crash Editor, I would like to express my appreciation to some really wonderful people who live in Merritt. I don’t know any of their names, I only know how much help they were to me.

On Dec. 19, around 12:40 p.m., I was driving north on Voght Street past Home Hardware when a car going east on Coutlee Avenue didn’t stop at the sign. I tried to stop, but he hit me taking out one front light and the grill off my truck. The first person to help was a gentleman who witnessed the accident. He stood in front of the offending vehicle so the driver couldn’t leave. The second was a young lady who phoned 911 for me. The third was a gentleman who stopped and proceeded to divert traffic. Fourth was a lady walking along Coutlee Avenue, who stopped to see if I was okay and stayed with me until the RCMP arrived — that was so good of her.

Donna Smith drove to pick up my husband Joe so he could be there with me.

A big thank you to all these people plus the first responders, ambulance and RCMP. You are really great. I feel lucky to live in a town that cares about others.

Trudy Geill Merritt Car accidents are a stressful affair long after the initial impact — happy to hear that the conduct of some good samaritans has left you with a positive attitude Trudy. And your letter is a good reminder to everyone that small gestures can leave a big impression - Editor

From Page 6 In 1686, when Muslim slave-raiders from Crimea were still operating regularly in the vicinity of Kiev, the patriarch in Constantinople officially transferred the seat of the Russian Orthodox Church from Kiev to Moscow. All that’s really happening now is that Kiev is getting its own patriarch back.

The people who live in this area now are called Ukrainians, speaking a language somewhat different from Russian. Normal Orthodox rules say that each national group is entitled to its own national church, so what’s the problem? Politics, of course.

For three centuries after 1686, Ukraine was part of the Russia empire and its successor, the Soviet Union. It was the Russian Orthodox Church that made the religious decisions for everybody, and received the revenues from the 12,000 Orthodox parishes in Ukraine. But since Ukrainian independence in 1991, all that has been in question.

The question became more urgent with Russia’s unilateral annexation of Crimea in 2014 and its military support for separatists in eastern Ukraine since then. Moscow wanted to keep control of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine, since it was a way to influence Ukrainian opinion in Russia’s favour. But for the same reason, it was a priority for Ukrainian nationalists to expel the Russian influence.

Ukraine won, and Ukraine’s president, Petro Poroshenko, thanked Patriarch Bartholomew last weekend “for the courage to make this historic decision....Finally, God sent us the Orthodox Church of Ukraine.” (Is Poroshenko really a believer? Maybe, but he’s certainly running for reelection in March.)

Putin and Poroshenko are both using religion for their own purposes, but Bartholomew just did what was right. That has a cost: the Russian Orthodox Church accounts for almost half of the 300 million Orthodox Christians in the world, and the hierarchy in Moscow has now broken off relations with the patriarchate in Constantinople. This is a schism that may take a long time to heal.

But Pussy Riot should have the final word.

As they said in their famous ‘punk prayer’ in the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in Moscow in 2012 (for which two of them did serious jail-time): The Church praises rotten leaders The march of the cross consists of black limousines Patriarch Kirill believes in Putin, Would be better, the bastard, if he believed in God! Virgin birth-Giver of God, drive away Putin!

Drive away Putin, drive away Putin!

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Thank You!

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT

From St. Michael’s Anglican Church & our Friendship Friday program - to the many hands who helped with the wonderful Christmas lunch on Dec 21st that served 92 guests and volunteers.

Council moves ahead on apartment complex

Special thanks to Interior Savings Credit Union for their generous donation. Grateful for the help from Sally & Gary Sullivan, Val Clarke, Joan & Andy Bisson, Alf Demarco, Kate Anderson, Joe Kalfics & Louise Nyeste. Continued thanks to Save-On Foods and Extra Foods for their on-going help. And to our parishioners & regular Friday volunteers who came to help and any others we may have missed.

- Michael Furman, Coordinator

“Breaking the Chain of Abuse”

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Prior to applying to adopt please ensure your area has no restrictions on adopting this breed.

Council moved the housing application along with a vote of 4 to 3 at a regular meeting on Jan. 8, with the understanding that the outstanding issues will be addressed and a public hearing will be scheduled to hear from locals. Photo courtesy of the City of Merritt

Plan includes 19 affordable housing units.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A developer has plans to build a residential complex that would contain 95 units, but must first address a slew of outstanding issues with the City of Merritt.

Despite reservations by residents and some councillors regarding the location, traffic, parking, size of the project as well as the affordable housing component, council made way for the three-story building proposed for 4010 Walters Street to progress to a public hearing — once the outstanding issues are addressed — at a regular meeting on Jan. 8, with a vote of four to three.

The complex would be comprised of a variety of rental units, including 36 studio suites, 30 one-bedroom suites, 26 two-bedroom units and three with three bedrooms.

“We know there is generally a shortage of rental accommodation, so this would certainly help towards

that because it is intended to provide all rental units,” said Mark Brodrick, the city’s manager of planning and development services.

In a report to council, however, Brodrick stressed there are a number of issues and complexities that should be addressed.

One such hurdle is dealing with the design of the dwelling, which exceeds the coverage limits and maximum density permitted on the plot of land in the current zoning bylaw.

The applicant is also requesting a reduction in the required parking on-site.

These terms can be negotiated via a housing agreement, which would allow for the developer and the city to mutually establish terms permitting the developer to proceed with plans to build at a higher density and with reduced parking requirements in exchange for a community benefit such as housing below market level.

To that end, city staff have prepared a draft bylaw to redefine “affordable housing” in the city, after determining the current definition inaccurately

reflects the needs of Merrittonians in need of housing below market level.

“We need to have some more discussions with council to determine exactly what the target tenant group is, what we are trying to achieve and what income level are we trying to serve,” Brodrick said.

The new definition on the table mimics that of the Canadian Housing and Mortgage Corporation: “housing is considered affordable if it costs less than thirty per cent of a household’s pre-tax income.”

Broad in scope, the new definition would allow specific requirements to be set out on a case-by-case basis via housing agreements.

Long-term, Brodrick is suggesting council consider developing an affordable housing strategy or more detailed direction for affordable housing in the Official Community Plan (OCP).

“That would help in terms of how to respond to these kinds of applications,” he said.

In addition to a housing agreement, the developer and the city

would need to settle on a road encroachment agreement, amendments to the OCP and zoning bylaws, a development permit and a variance permit before the application could proceed.

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Great building lot of 7825 sq.ft. in Grandview Heights subdivision, fully serviced with great views of the valley and mountains. #2894

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Bring your ideas for this 6340 sq.ft. building lot on the Bench. City services to lot line, close to amenities and great views of the valley.

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2773 PEREGRINE WAY Residential build lot of 7535 sq.ft. in Grandview Heights subdivision. Services to lot line. Great views of the valley and is close to shopping, highway and amenities

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1 acre waterfront lot on Nicola Lake. Build your dream home or vacation getaway . Land has gentle slope to waterfront. Great location for many water sports and close to Monck Park Provincial Park. Water & sewer to lot line.

Great 1 acre lakeview lot with stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake. The perfect place to build your country retreat, in neighbourhood of high end custom homes.

Enjoy fishing, swimming & boating.

Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits zoned FD “future development”.

Located on truck route and easy access to highway. Call for more details

Many possibilities for this fully fenced commercial property of approx. 30,000 sq.ft. & comprised of two titles. Has C2 zoning, 5 large truck gates to easy access from both roads & lane and is fully fenced.

15.9 acre RV Park zoning bordering the Coldwater River. Hookups in place & future set of plans for expansion available. Has city services. Has small rental home with long term tenants.

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$475,000

6589 MONCK PARK RD

2288 BURGESS AVENUE

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$169,900

Build your executive retreat on this 1.1 acre lot in Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Water and sewer hookups available. Great lake for all water sports, fishing and hiking trails. Adjoining lot also available.

Build your dream home here in Nicola Lakeshore Estate. This .094 acre lot has 180 degree views. Great lake for boating, fishing, hiking & biking. In area of high end custom homes.

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$174,900

6433 MONCK PARK RD

$199,000

4153 AIRPORT RD

6397 MONCK PARK RD

A rare waterfront lot on Nicola River waiting for development. 0.94 acres with over 50 meters of river frontage, not subdividable.

In neighbourhood of high end homes.

$159,900

Lease all or part of this 11.4 acre site. Great location beside Walmart. C-4 zoning. Highway 5 close by. Ready to go, cleared & gravel topped site. Utilities at lot line. Owners may entertain offers to purchase.

Build your dream home on this 1 acre lot with 180 degree views of Nicola Lake. Great lake for all water sports. Located in development of high end homes. Has water & sewer available to property line.

In one of Merritt’s high end developments, Nicola Lakeshore Estates. This 1 acre lot has water and sewer hookups available and fantastic views of Nicola Lake. Close to water access.

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#2969

$155,000

$159,900

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THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING INVESTMENT PROPERTY • Location – The more central the location to transportation, hospitals, schools, restaurants and shopping, the higher the demand.

• Employment opportunities – a growing job market means more rentals are needed.

• Rental rates – make sure your rental rates cover your mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, extra expenses and Property Management fees.

• Development – Is there future development planned for the area that will help increase your property value?

$400,000

Many possibilities for this fully fenced commercial property of approx. 30,000 sq.ft. & comprised of two titles. Has C2 zoning, 5 large truck gates to easy access from both roads & lane and is fully fenced.

Well maintained & established business, a turnkey operation. 3200 sq.ft. concrete block building, good parking, comes with all equipment. Financial available. Room for growth.

$300,000

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$499,000

4079 AIRPORT RD

4066 AIRPORT ROAD

1.7 acres of commercial land. Lease all or part of this site at $0.75 per sq.ft.

Presently being used for semi-truck parking.

Zonced C-3. Call for permitted uses available

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Approx. 1/2 acre parcel zoned M-1 with utilities in place on the lot. Located near Walmart, highway access and backs onto the airport.

#2977

#2952

$99,999

1101 MIDDAY VALLEY RD

3940 CRAWFORD AVE

LOT A, MIDDAY VALLEY RD

10 acre development site with CD-1 zoning. Will have city water and sewer (not connected yet). Bring your ideas and call for more details.

Lease all or part of this 1.3 acre property at $0.85 per sq.ft. or will built warehouse to suit. Zoned C-3. Directly across from Boston Pizza and Highway 5 is close by. Call for permitted uses.

122 acres of multiple zonings C4, C6 and R1. Buyer should contact the City of Merritt to request suitable zoning to match their needs. Call for more details.

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#2954

#2957

$750,000

923 MIDDAY VALLEY RD

The easiest investment properties are apartments, townhouses and single family homes. Apartments and townhomes are lower maintenance, but do your research on comparative properties and watch out for high monthly strata fees.

Call our Realtors at Century 21 who know the community and what future development is coming to Merritt for 2019.

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LOT 2, MIDDAY VALLEY RD

6 acres currently zoned R1. City water and sewer not yet connected. Zoning may be changed to suit Buyers needs.

Fantastic views.

$395,000

MIDDAY VALLEY ROAD

#2962

#2953

6449 MONCK PARK RD

Nicola Lake is located 10 kms from Merritt and Monck Park Provincial Park.

$2,000,000

Approx. 291 acre with great potential.

Current plans are for a development of 2 acre estate lots with city boundaries. Rural living within close proximity to city, with fantastic views.

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$4,900,000

$1,584,000

Looking for development property? The market is very active ~ Don’t miss out on these opportunities. Give us a call for more details.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS HOUSING MARKET

Survey says locals need more rentals Forty-five per cent of responders said they have been unable to find the housing they need in Merritt.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A non-profit organization has plans to develop 78 units of affordable housing on De Wolf Way for Merrittonians seeking accommodation priced below market level.

Before shovels hit the ground, Anhart Community Homes conducted an online survey to identify housing needs in the community.

The results are in, and of the nearly 400 people who completed the survey, 45 per cent

said they have not been able to find the housing they need in town.

Fifty-six per cent of responders said Merritt needs rental apartments, and 54 per cent favoured rental houses (responders were able to select more than one answer).

When asked what kind of accommodation people would need if they were renting, two-bedroom units was the post popular answer at 39 per cent. When asked how much they would be prepared to pay for rent, $500 to $800 was the most

popular answer at 35 per cent.

“All of this information is really helpful to us in identifying the need, the groups of people that are looking [for housing],” said Marcie Good, communications officer with Anhart.“It shows people are really interested in affordable housing.”

Seniors stand out as a local population in need of more housing options, Good told the Herald, as well as people with pets. She added a lot of survey participants said they live in unaffordable or overcrowded places. “[People are just not] able to find safe, good, affordable housing,” she said.

To help remedy

Anhart Housing plans to construct 78 affordable units in two buildings on a 4.2-acre plot of land on De Wolf Way they purchased back in July. Photo courtesy of Anhart Homes

the situation, Anhart purchased a 4.2-acre site on De Wolf Way back in July, which is the planned site for two buildings housing 78 units.

The exact design and unit makeup could change, Good explained, as the organization is currently waiting to hear back regarding a funding application.

There is “always a gap” between revenue covering expenses from the mortgage and the lower rent the organization want to offer, Good said, but the non-profit has applied

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Should Anhart receive funding, the organization will begin applying for the necessary permits through the city and could start construction as early as this year.

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Value of homes in Merritt up nine per cent Average assessed value in 2019 $266,100 for houses and $137,300 for strata properties.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Owners of more than 72,000 properties throughout the region have received their 2019 assessment notices in the mail, with the majority of home owners seeing a slight increase in the value of their home compared to last year.

“Home values increased in a relatively consistent manner between July of 2017 and July of 2018,” said deputy assessor Graham Held. “There were a few communities where the value increases were notably higher, including Clinton, Lillooet, and Sun Peaks.”

Overall, the Thompson’s total assessments increased from about $27 billion in 2018 to $29.5 billion this year.

Merrittonians are seeing increases in their property values that are “typical for the region,” Held said, with an average increase of nine per cent for single-family residential

properties and a ten per cent increase for strata residential properties such as condominiums.

Across the region, Kamloops saw an increase of eight per cent, Barriere is up 13 per cent, Logan Lake residents are seeing a nine per cent increase, Lillooet’s properties spiked by 17 per cent and Sun Peaks also saw a significant increase at 18 per cent.

The residential property with the highest price tag in the Thompson region is an acreage at 5250 Lauder Road in Quilchena assessed at $2,778,000.

Fourteen other properties in the Merritt area made the list of the 100 highest valued homes in the Thompson region.

B.C.’s most expensive home remains the same as last year — 3085 Point Grey Road, owned by lululemon’s founder Chip Wilson.

However, it has dropped by over seven per cent from 2018 to $73,120,000.

Assessments are the estimate of a property’s market value as of July 1, 2018 and physical condition as of Oct. 31, 2018.

Changes in property assessments reflect movement in the

local real estate market and can vary greatly from property to property, Held explained.

But an increase in property value does not automatically translate into increased property taxes for the homeowner, Held added.

“In the City of Merritt if all the homes are up nine per cent and someone’s property has gone up nine per cent, then relatively speaking they are not going to pay any more tax,” he said. “What then becomes a factor is what is the city’s budget, because at the end of the day the assessment roll and all of those values on it are just a way of distributing the city’s budget across all the properties across the jurisdiction.”

Between July and December of 2018 there were 108 home sales in Merritt, Held said, down from 135 sales in the same quarter in 2017.

“So even though we are seeing a value trend that is increasing, we are seeing the sales volume dropping a bit,” he said.

Those looking to learn more about the assessment process can visit BCassessment.ca to search the value of their own property, as well as others in their neighbourhood.

FAMILY LITERACY WEEK January 19th to 25th

COME READ WITH ME Learn strategies to support your child’s reading at home.

Here’s what the session will look like:

• 15 mins - Parents and children convene, • 45 mins - Students move to classroom and parents remain with facilitator, • 30 mins - Parents and their child do a 20 to 30 minute reading activity together.

Free books, snack and fun with your young reader!

Parents/caregivers contact your child’s elementary school to register.

Interior Savings Unplug & Play Family Literacy Week FREE Events & Book Drive Donate a book to the Bright Red Bookshelves! Bring your new or gently used books to the Cents Home Game, Sunday, January 20th, to any of these FREE events or to the Interior Savings branch.

Look for the Bright Red Donation bins.

FAMILY LITERACY WEEK SCHEDULE - January 19th to 25th SATURDAY, JANUARY 19TH 2PM - Family Movie - Merritt Civic Centre - FREE SUNDAY, JANUARY 20TH 1-3PM – Superhero Swim at the NV Aquatic Centre – FREE – Dress up as your favorite Superhero for an afternoon of fun.

MONDAY, JANUARY 21ST 6:15-7:15PM – FREE Public Skating – Nicola Valley Memorial Arena – Helmets strongly recommended.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25TH 6PM – Ali K.Zam Family Magic Show – Civic Centre – FREE – Leif David’s international

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS YELLOW VEST

Locals take issue with taxes, immigration Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

A handful of locals frustrated with the federal government took to the streets of Merritt on Jan. 4, as part of the second such ‘yellow vest’ protest in the city.

‘Yellow vest’ protests have popped up in cities across Canada, but local organizer Greg Vanosch said the Merritt group doesn’t necessarily share the same platform as protestors in other provinces.

In fact, each of the three protestors interviewed by the Herald expressed a different reason for standing outside city hall with placards.

Vanosch, who carried a sign which read “Arrest Trudeau for treason,” said he hoped the protest would help bring together Canadians from all political stripes to oust the “old boys club” from politics.

“No matter if we have [Andrew] Scheer, if we have

[Justin] Trudeau, it’s an ongoing nightmare,” said Vanosch.

Meanwhile, Lower Nicola resident Wolfgang Narjes said he was primarily concerned with immigrants coming to Canada “I’m an immigrant and I love being here, but I do believe that when you come here, you should assimilate,” said Narjes. “Christmas is Christmas.”

A third protestor, carrying a sign which read “Taxes to [sic] high,” said the government was collecting too much money from the average Canadian worker.

“I don’t believe in this carbon tax crap,” said Gary Harvey.

“We’re doing our part in B.C. and Canada, as far as keeping our emissions down.”

Despite the somewhat disconnected messages among the participants, Vanosch said he was pleased to see more faces at the second protest outside city hall than the first, which took place outside the RCMP detachment.

Locals at the second ‘yellow vest’ protest in Merritt. Cole Wagner/Herald

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The B.C. government’s plan to eliminate prescription drug deductible payments for families making less than $30,000 a year takes effect this week.

Health Minister Adrian Dix said Friday the program will relieve 240,000 low-income B.C. families from paying out of pocket for prescription drugs covered by the province’s Fair Pharmacare program. The move was first announced last February, with $105 million budgeted over the next three years.

“These are the firstever changes to Fair Pharmacare deductibles and co-payments since the program was created 15 years ago,” Dix said.

Before this year, the program meant a B.C. household earning net income between $15,000 and $30,000 would have to pay between $300

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JUNIOR HOCKEY

Hot start to 2019 for Centennials Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

A pair of overtime wins to start the year have lifted the Merritt Centennials among the top teams in the BCHL standings.

Jan. 4 MER 3 - PG 2 (SO) On Jan. 4, the Centennials hosted one of the top teams in the league, the Prince George Spruce Kings, in a Friday night tilt at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.

Through two periods, it looked to be a duel of the goaltenders as Austin Roden turned away 19 shots for the Centennials, while Logan Neaton proved to be his equal, stopping 20 for the Spruce Kings.

Both teams would find the back of the net in the third however, trading goals 18 seconds apart from one another.

The Spruce Kings earned an advantage midway through the final frame, capitalizing on a five-on-three power play with eight minutes left in the game.

But Cents forward Matthew Kopperud had other ideas about how the game would finish, scoring with less than a minute left in regulation to send the game to overtime.

After a scoreless overtime period failed to produce a winner, it was time for the shootout, the second time a Cents game has been decided in the skills competition this season.

Merritt’s first shooter, Kopperud, managed to score with a slick between the legs move, giving the Centennials an early advantage.

It proved to be all the room Roden needed, as the Cents goalie turned away all three Prince George shooters to secure the win for the home team.

Jan. 5 MER 3 - VER 2 (OT) As with most weekends in the BCHL, the Cents had little to no time to rest on their shootout victory, as the team hit the road Saturday for a contest against the Vernon Vipers.

Through four games against their Interiordivision rivals this season, the Cents had split the series 2-2 leading into Jan. 5. The rubber match would prove that less separates these two teams than the standings might suggest.

Fresh off his first-star performance a night earlier, Roden found himself back in net for the Cents. He picked up where he left off, turn-

ing away every shot he faced in the first period.

The Cents offense didn’t wait until the third period to get on the board, as Nick Granowicz scored his team-leading 24th goal of the season, assisted

by Mathieu Gosselin and Kopperud.

But the Vipers responded in the second, while Vernon’s goaltender Bradley Cooper shutout the Cents in the middle frame.

The Cents power play went to work early in the third period, as Brendan Schneider scored with the two man advantage.

But the ice would tilt after that goal, as the Vipers poured 13 shots on Roden in the third period.

Finally, with a two man advantage of their own, the Vipers equalized the game with less than two minutes remaining.

But the special teams battle wasn’t finished, as Merritt killed the remaining penalty to start overtime, before returning to the power play with two minutes left in the extra frame.

Granowicz would then tip a Gosselin shot, scoring his 25th of the season to seal the deal for the Cents.

Results of Wednesday’s game were not available as of press time.

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NICOLA NATURALIST SOCIETY

Richard Chavez is an ecologist and silviculture expert working for Aspen Planers. He has extensive experience in ecology in several different ecosystems and is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable speaker. He will speak about the varied science of silviculture - an important topic in our forestry-based community.

Thursday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m. at NVIT Lecture Theatre. All ages welcome.

OPTIONS FOR FLOODING Nicola Watershed Community Round Table is a local community driven group. The primary focus is to educate and inform watershed residents about local issues of concern. The next topic to be covered is potential engineered options for flooding in our watershed.

The next public forum on this topic will be held Jan. 24 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at the Merritt Civic Centre.

Hydrologic engineer Jeremy Cooke will be the guest presenter. For more information go to www. nwcrt.ca

THE THIRD MURDER

Nicola Valley Film Society presents The Third Murder on Monday, Jan. 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the NVIT Lecture Theatre. As this movie is unrated, you must be 18 years to attend.

Tickets and memberships are available at the door.

For more information phone 250-378-5190.

CHILLI SUNDAY

Nicola Nordic Ski Club Chili Sunday will be held on Sunday, Jan. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is an occasion for members, families and friends to do some skiing and enjoy a fireside gathering at the P2 shelter. This is a pot-luck event. Everyone contributes some chili which is mixed together into communal pots. The club supplies the buns,

hot chocolate and other treats. Its a fun day and a chance to meet fellowskiers. Beginner lessons at 1 p.m. This is a community event and skiing and lessons are free this day only! Don’t have skis? Rentals available at Breathe Bikes. If you don’t have skis give us a call and we may be able to help you. For more information and to check snow conditions go to nicolanordic.ca or call Kate at 250378-9674.

LITERACY WEEK

Interior Savings Unplug & Play Family Literacy Week schedule, Jan. 19 - 25.

Saturday: 2 p.m., free family movie at the civic centre. Sunday: 1 - 3 p.m., free superhero swim at the aquatic centre.

Monday: 9:30-11:30 a.m., Healthy Beginnings at 2975 Clapperton Ave. 6:15-7:15 p.m., free public skating at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.

Tuesday: 10 a.m. - noon, Success by Six free swim at the aquatic centre.

Noon - 2 p.m., Come Read With Me at Nicola Canford Elementary. 1 - 3 p.m., Come Read With Me at Merritt Central Elementary. Wednesday: 9 - 11 a.m., Come Read With Me at Diamond Vale Elementary. 10 - 10:30 a.m., Wee Reads at the Merritt Library. Noon - 2 p.m., Come Read With Me at Merritt Bench Elementary. 1 - 3 p.m., Come Read With Me at Collettville Elementary.

Friday: 6 p.m., Ali K. Zam, a free family magic show at the civic centre.

MARRIAGE COURSE

The Crossroads Community Church will be hosting a marriage course for couples who are married or living together and want to grow their relationship. Enjoy seven weeks of dessert nights at a table for two (our last night is a full dinner).

Couples will be guided to discuss with only their mate, important topics that will help grow prac-

tical tools to keep your relationship strong. Come out Sunday evenings from Jan. 13 to March 3 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. If you would like more information go to www.merrittcrossroads. com or call 250-3782911 You must register before Jan. 4 as space is limited.

COMMUNITY BAND

Nicola Valley Community Band practices 7 p.m.

Tuesdays at MSS music room. For more information call James 250-3157724.

RED CROSS

H.E.L.P. Merritt Red Cross is looking for volunteers for two hours on Thursdays to loan out health equipment from the Merritt Hospital. You will be working with another volunteer who will help train you. If you can help please call 250-378-5276. Students for summer months are welcome.

FRIENDSHIP FRIDAY

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 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-378-4195 for more information.

DROP IN CENTER FOR ELDERS

A winter outreach program operates at St Michael’s community hall, 1990 Chapman St., from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday. The program is in need of a few helping hands so we can provide lunch, games, conversation and music. Musicians are invited to bring songs, instruments and voices for playing, jamming and singing. If you would like to be part of this, please call/text Michael at 250315-7454.

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We are looking for curlers, season starting in October games are Mondays and Tuesdays at 1 p.m. If interested please call Dee at 250-378-5821.

PENSION BREAKFAST Conayt Friendship Society Pension Day breakfast will be held on every Pension Day from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at 2164 Quilchena Ave. Everyone is invited.

Elders eat at no charge.

For more information call 250-378-5107. Volunteer servers and cooks are welcome.

NAVY LEAGUE OF CANADA

Join the Navy League every Wednesday evening from 6 - 9 p.m. for our parade.

We are located at 1755 Coldwater Ave. Jumpstart does cover the cost of our fees and no child is turned away due to finances. For more information call 250280-6944.

FAMILY HISTORY

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 signin sheet is at the front office. Elders can provide suggested menus and lunch to reception at the attention of the executive director.

Literacy Merritt & Nicola Valley Society is looking for volunteer tutors for the One to One elementary school reading program.

For more information email literacymerritt@ gmail.com or phone 250378-7844.

BAILLIE HOUSE

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Hours are 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Come join us Saturdays for our meat draw. Guests always welcome and will be signed in by a member.

NICOLA VALLEY QUILTERS GUILD

Meets on the first and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the civic center.

New members always welcome. The next quilting retreat weekend will be on Jan. 11 - 13. Register at the civic center, open to everyone. Find us on Facebook!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Volunteers are needed for daytime, evening and overnight shifts at the Nicola Valley Winter Shelter.

Applications are available at the advocacy centre,

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CONAYT BINGO

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

OLD TIME FIDDLERS

The group is actively seeking new members, all instruments welcome but an interest in and appreciation of old-time country music is desirable. The group partakes in two major outings: the Harmon Lake camp-out along with the famous Old Time Fiddlers auction and Christmas party. The goal will be to have monthly music jam sessions. Call 250-280-7385 for more information.

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 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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#2-2025 Granite Ave. and at Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society, 2038 Nicola Ave.

THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU

7 Day Weather Forecast Merritt, - Thursday, Jan. 10 16, 20, 2019 7 Day Weather Forecast forfor Merritt, BCBC - Thursday, March 14 -- Wednesday, Wednesday,Jan. March 2013 Thurs.

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month, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church.

For more information or to register 250-378-5735 or email tucc@telus.net

Anyone wanting to research their family trees may contact Al Thompson at 250-212-9868. We will open the family history centre by appointment only.

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STAIN GLASS SUN CATCHERS NIGHT LIGHTS PICTURE FRAMES

Available at Creative Company 2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813

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CLASSIFIEDS

Deadline for placing a classified ad is 5 p.m. on Monday. To place an ad please call 250-378-4241 or email: sales2@merrittherald.com Announcements

Announcements

Announcements

Services

Legal

In Memoriam

In Memoriam

Coming Events

Financial Services

Legal Notices

In Loving Memory

Charlie Baxter

GET BACK ON TRACK!

Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify.

Pioneer Acceptance Corp.

Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

June 11, 1940 - Jan. 9, 2016

Always Loved, Never Forgotten, Forever Missed!

Merchandise for Sale Building Supplies

Love Teresa, Brian & Romona, Kevin & Yvette, Jasmine, Justin, Jade, Victoria, James and Great Grandson, Charles.

STEEL BUILDING SALE...�REALLY BIG SALE-EXTRA WINTER DISCOUNT ON NOW!!� 20X21 $5,726. 25X25 $6,370.

30X31 $8,818. 32X33 $8,995. 35X35 $12,464. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1855-212-7036. www.pioneersteel.ca

Employment

In Loving Memory of

Ralph Werbowsky

Business Opportunities

Misc. Wanted

January 9, 2018

Able buyer of all your old coins,coin collections,R.C. MINT COINS, all silver, gold, rare, common, old money.+ Todd The Coin Guy (250)864-3521 Actual Coin Collector Buying Coins, Collections, Silver, Gold, Olympic Coins, Bars, Bills + Also Buying ALL types of Gold & Silver. Call Chad 250863-3082

Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you’re never gone.

We think about you always, We talk about you too.

We have so many memories But we wish we still had you.

Lovingly remembered by Mom & Dad

Obituaries

Obituaries

Patricia Anne Brkich

Rentals Modular Homes

Help Wanted Help Wanted. P/T, F/T, Positions Available: Hotel Maintenance & Chef Cook. If interested please send resume to georgemountainview@ gmail.com or drop off at 3581 Voght St. Merritt, BC V1K1C5

Obituaries

2 Bedroom Trailer in Lower Nicola. Looking for a mature senior, quiet individual. No Smokers / No Pets Room for only 1 vehicle $750.00 per month Plus Damage Deposit tlcpond1@telus.net (250) 378 - 4166

Obituaries

(nee Steffens)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Patricia Anne Brkich (nee Steffens), on January 2, 2019.

Pat is survived by her husband of 57 years, “Smoking Joe�, son; Gordon (Chantal), sister; Donnie Aquillon (Ken) of Kelowna, brother; Allen (Ruth) Steffens and grandchildren; Hollie, Justin and Cody.

Predeceased by her parents, James and Olive Steffens, brothers; Jim and Larry Steffens and daughter; Beverly Anne Brkich.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Comfort Inn in Merritt, on January 20, 2019, IURP 30 ,Q OLHX RI Ă RZHUV GRQDWLRQV can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice.

MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY Children grieve too. Remember, like adults, each child reacts differently to loss. Sharing your grief with your child is one way to help them learn about grief.

P: 250-280-4040

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

MERRITT

FUNERAL CHAPEL

A Division of Service Corporation International (Canada) ULC

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The Celebration of a Lifetime Begins Here On Call 24 Hours A Day

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri.: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m

www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com 2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC

250-378-2141 or 1-800-668-3379

LEGAL NOTICE Doreen Harry Steven Stone Jeri Pearson Peter Schurman Amber Heppner Rick Carter Payment for your storage is now overdue

Payment is required before January 31, 2019 After this date your contents will be disposed.

“Grandma, we’re coming to visit!�

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Learn how to install your child’s car seat correctly. Call 1-877-247-5551 or visit ChildSeatInfo.ca

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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Help Wanted

Drive to Save Lives

Help Wanted

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Deliver newspapers and start to . . .

EARN EXTRA CASH

MERRITT ROUTE ME15. 43PAPERS. DOUGLAS ST & GRANITE AVE. STARTING DEC.13 ME26. 65 PAPERS. MAIN ST & QUILCHENA AVE • A exible schedule • A great way to lose weight and get into shape • A great way to supplement your income • Great ďŹ rst job - excellent opportunity to teach children the life skills for success Consider being a carrier for the Merritt Herald.

You will earn extra money delivering an award winning community newspaper once a week to the homes in your neighbourhood.

If anyone in your family is interested in being a paper carrier, call Ken at

250-378-4241

REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE

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Help Wanted

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

NOON HOUR SUPERVISOR School District No. 58 is accepting applications for Noon Hour Supervisors at Merritt elementary schools. 5 days a week. 1 hour per school day.

Previous experience dealing with students would be an asset.

If interested, please send your resume along with three references to Sarah Blonde at sblonde@365.sd58.bc.ca or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on Jobs, Support Positions, and Current Job Opportunities (Job Code 133684).

Help Wanted

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Scrap Car Removal

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

Applications are invited for the position of a Human Resources Manager with School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt.

This is a 12-month per year, 7.5 hours per day, excluded position.

For a complete listing of the job description and TXDOLÀFDWLRQV SOHDVH YLVLW WKH GLVWULFW·V ZHEVLWH DW www.sd58.bc.ca click on Employment/Job Positions (Job Code 2624510). Applications will be accepted until Friday, January 11, 2019.

Please apply online or forward your detailed resume with a minimum of three references to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8

Antiques / Vintage

Please recycle this newspaper.

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

TO RANDY RIGGS OR ANY ONE KNOWING HIS WHEREABOUTS Randy Riggs, born in Winnipeg, Manitoba between 1948-1953, Please contact the undersigned concerning an estate matter GARY MINUK, Lawyer KELEKIS MINUK MICFLIKIER GREEN 441A Henderson Hwy Winnipeg, Manitoba R2K 2H5 Phone: (204) 987-1220 Fax: (204) 663-1825 Email: garyminuk@shaw.ca

Make the climb to a new career!

Antiques / Vintage

4th Meridian Auctions & Vintage Shop

The Upper Nicola Band (UNB) is inviting applications for an exciting new position of Human Resources Manager.

Now Accepting Consignments of Fine Art

Reporting to the Band Administrator, the Human Resources Manager will develop, build and manage the human resources function for the band which currently has approximately 80 employees. As part of the senior management team, and to support the strategic priorities of the Band, the HR Manager will:

~ We host regular online art auctions & sell art, furniture + collectibles directly at our shop & showroom in the Cannery Trade Centre 104 - 1475 Fairview Road, Penticton

1. Provide expert advice and consultation on a full range of human resource matters to the Band Administrator, staff and Chief and Council.

2. Assume primary responsibility for corporate policy, legislative compliance, risk management and standards development in the human resources function.

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

Job Posting UNB Human Resources Manager

Scrap Car Removal

+ we buy quality antiques & vintage items

Open Tuesday - Friday 11 - 4 or by appointment: 250-462-4969 or 250-488-0850 www.4thmeridianvintage.ca | www.4thmeridian.ca

Duties and Responsibilities: Provide a full range of generalist human resources services i.e.

1. Human Resources Strategy, Planning and Policy Development 2. Professional Practice 3. Recruitment and Retention 4. Total Rewards 5. Health, Wellness and Workplace Safety 6. Learning and Development 7. Workforce Planning and Talent Management 8. Employment Relations 9. Human Resources Metrics 10. Capacity development within the community.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience: 1. Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is desirable.

2. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Human Resource Management Diploma (or Commerce or Business Administration with a major in Human Resources Management).

3. Minimum of 5 years related HR experience, preferably within an Indigenous environment. .

4. Experience in management and supervisory principles, organizational theory, job design and evaluation, total compensation, recruitment and retention, employee relations, performance management and health and safety.

5. A sound understanding of legislation and regulations governing human resources practice including: Canada Labour Code, BC Employment Standards; the Human Rights Code; the Pay Equity Act; the Labour Relations Act; Workman’s Compensation Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Employment Insurance; pension legislation; the Canada Pension Plan; the Income Tax Act. 6. Demonstrated project management, organizational, analytical, presentation, interpersonal, oral and written communication, and computer skills.

Total Compensation: in alignment with the current UNB’s wage grid and benefits package.

Please submit personal resume, cover letter, and three (3) references by January 24, 2019 via email to: UNB Receptionist Upper Nicola Band Box 3700 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: 250 350 3311 Reception@uppernicola.com UNB wishes to thank all applicants, but only those contacted for an interview will receive a reply.

Making Connections At CMHA, our vision is mentally healthy

people in a healthy society. We know that reaching out is the first step toward well-being.

Making connections with families, groups, decision-makers and with you, you CMHA is a powerful force for mental health in Canada.

Connect with the Canadian Mental Health Association at www.cmha.ca for information on mental health issues and services.

The Emerging into Light symbol of resilience and recovery reminds us of the importance of making connections to ensure good mental health.

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

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PLUMBING & HEATING

Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters.

Service Work & Furnace Service.

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PHONE: 250-378-4943

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we do EVERYTHING CONCRETE • Home Foundations • Retaining Walls • Stamped Concrete • Pool Decks • Basements • Sidewalks • Patios • Stairs

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CLEANING SERVICES

Gary’s Mini Excavating Service

250-378-9410

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

Waste ManageMent Division

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

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

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DENTIST

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