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BEAR DESTROYED A bear with a history of aggression towards humans was located on the trails near Norgaard’s Lookout, and then destroyed.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS B.C. WILDFIRES

Weather determines whether B.C. burns If hot and dry conditions persist in B.C.’s Interior, the wildfire situation could worsen in the coming weeks.

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xtremely dry conditions has forced the City of Merritt to close access to three hiking spots around town.

Until further notice, the Tom Lacey Memorial Trail, Windy Canyon and the Norgaard Lookout are closed to all pedestrian, bike and vehicle traffic, City of Merritt corporate officer Melisa Miles told the Herald.

“The access points are within the city boundary and therefore are closed because of the conditions,” said Miles.

The city is reminding residents that smoking is prohibited in all city parks, but is also urging people to be extremely cautious with cigarettes in all areas of town given the dry conditions, Miles told the Herald.

She asked that residents play their part in keeping Merritt as safe as possible from wildfire starts.

The fire danger rating for the Merritt area and most of the Kamloops Fire Centre was at extreme for most of the past week.

More than 200 wildfires continued to rage across the province last week, forcing the evacuation more than 10,000 people, including the entire town of Cache Creek and 300 homes north of Princeton.

Significant fires in Ashcroft, near 100 Mile House and elsewhere in the province were still growing as of Thursday, with more than 40,000 hectares of forests already having been

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Marianne Rumbal took this photo on Friday of the Ashcroft wildfire engulfing the Boston Flats Trailer Park she and husband Don manage. More than 30 homes are believed to have been destroyed, though all residents managed to escape harm. Photo courtesy of Kamloops This Week

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As of press time, Merritt had avoided any major brushes with wildfires in the area — although firefighters had to act quickly to put out a

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“We don’t know the actual cause, but being that there was no lightning present that evening, we can only assume it was human caused,” said Tomkinson.

‘We are just as suscepitble as any community.’

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number of spotfires over the weekend.

Merritt Fire Rescue (MFR) sent 12 firefighters to extinguish a blaze that broke out near Fox Farm Road on July 7.

“It was about 50 feet by 50 feet — spot fire size — but it was starting to burn into timber and above that area there are structures and residences,” said Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson.

The fire department responded to the fire at about 10:30 p.m. and had it out by midnight.

The next evening, a small fire burning near Jack Swartz Road in Lower Nicola was put out by wildfire firefighters and the Lower Nicola Fire Department. That fire is believed to have been human caused as well.

Wildfire crews were also called to put out a fire near the Coquihalla Highway and Comstock Road on Saturday night. That fire measured 0.6 hectares in size, said fire information officer Max Birkner.

On Sunday, a 0.009

hectare fire was discovered on Lumbom Hill southeast of Merritt. The fire was extinguished that same day by wildfire firefighters and is believed to be humancaused, said Birkner.

Tomkinson said the current wildfire situation around B.C. is concerning.

“We’re just as susceptible as any community,” said Tomkinson.

He said the fire department and province’s resources can be depleted quickly in the event of a fire and asked that the public does its part to help prevent such an event happening here by managing fire fuels on their properties and by being prepared in the event of an emergency.

Locals, meanwhile, are opening their doors — both of barn and home — to those that have been evacuated from their communities.

The rodeo grounds in Collettville are open to anyone who needs a place to store their horse or livestock due to wildfires elsewhere in the province.

“We started probably

Friday — we’ve been in contact with Williams Lake, and a couple different facilities,” said Ally Thompson, one of the directors for the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo Society.

She added that the facility also received donations of hay, grain, buckets and other necessities — meaning the grounds are fully stocked for sheltering animals.

Smoke pouring into the Nicola Valley from the multitude of fires has adversely affected air quality in the region, prompting the Interior Health Authority to issue a blanket air quality advisory.

Those suffering from chronic diseases, the elderly, infants and young children are particularly at risk to suffer from smoke inhalation, explained deputy provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry.

“Air quality in the affected areas, we know can be variable for days or weeks,” said Henry.

“The peak of health affects may not be felt for several weeks.”

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS WILDLIFE WATCH

Bear destroyed after agressive incidents Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Conservation officers have captured and killed the bear believed to have attacked two joggers out on trails near the Norgaard lookout on separate occasions.

“We caught the bear that matched the description [from] both incidences,” said David Cox with the Conservation Officers Service.

Four conservation officers were on scene yesterday with traps in place and the road to the Norgaard lookout closed.

They spotted the male bear on July 5, just before dark. The next morning, they found it caught in a foothold trap in the area where one of the attacks took place.

The bear was destroyed due to its predatory behaviour in

Signs warning of an agressive bear near Norgaard’s lookout have been removed. Cole Wagner/Herald

the reported incidents.

“This [was] a ticking time bomb,” said Cox. “This particular bear has exhibited lots of aggressive and threatening behaviour to the public and [was] a high risk. It’s an animal that needs to be removed, unfortunately, from the population.”

The two encounters with this bear occurred on trails past the flagpole lookout on Swakum Mountain above Norgaard’s Ready

Mix. In late May, a male jogger reported being attacked by a brown coloured black bear on one of the trails, and managed to beat it away with rocks and sticks.

Conservation officers searched for the bear to no avail, and this past Tuesday — about a month after the first attack — a female jogger on a trail in the same area was stalked by a black bear.

She managed to

chase the animal away enough times to get to her car, which was parked near the flagpole, before the bear could make contact with her.

Both joggers provided detailed descriptions that matched characteristics of the bear the officers put down, Cox said.

“You can’t be 100 per cent confident that there isn’t a sibling pair in the area or another bear, so we’re definitely

LABOUR NEGOTIATIONS

Workers to vote on strike Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

After almost a year without a new contract in place, nearly 1,000 workers at Teck’s Highland Valley Copper mine could soon be on strike.

The union will hold a strike vote on July 16 in Logan Lake after only recently getting back to the bargaining table with the company.

Talks broke down between Teck and the union on Tuesday as the company showed no movement on their end, triggering the union’s decision to hold the strike vote, United Steelworkers (USW) Local 7619 president Kyle Wolff told the Herald.

“They want to decimate our [contract] language,” said Wolff.

“They want to replace and displace union workers with contractors

and casual labour.”

If the vote comes back in favour of a strike, the union will need to give Teck 72-hours notice before any labour action begins.

Heading to the picket line is not automatic, however, as the union doesn’t have to initiate a strike right away if membership votes in favour of one.

“We’ll take our next steps,” said Wolff. “It’s about showing solidarity and showing the company that the membership is backing the [bargaining] committee to ensure our collective language stays in place.

In a bargaining update, Wolff stated the company made no concessions when they met on Tuesday.

“The company has not removed one single non-monetary concession from the bargaining table,” Wolff stated in

the update.

“In response to our monetary proposal the company responded with a no to everything,” Wolff goes on the state.

After five months without any new talks taking place, the union gave the company until the end of June to agree

to rekindle contract talks.

The company agreed and the two sides had a meeting on June 28 where the union submitted its monetary proposals. The company requested a week to cost-out the package and the two sides agreed to meet this week.

going to be monitoring it,” said Cox, who recommended people report wildlife-related issues in the area to the Conservation Officer Service at 1-877-9527277.

Cox said the black bear was a healthy subadult that was about three years old. Its body will be sent away to be assessed by a provincial wildlife veterinarian, who will conduct an autopsy to try and determine why the bear exhibited such aggressive behaviour.

“They’ll do other parasite tests and things of that nature,” Cox added.

Earlier in the week, conservation officers received reports of another encounter with aggressive predators

— this time, a pair of wolves near a home on Nicola Lake.

Joe Garay, a conservation officer working in the Merritt area, explained that the wolves’ presence in the area is extremely unusu-

al on it’s own, given that wolves are not expected to inhabit the region.

“That behaviour is totally bizarre to me, for a wolf to be doing that,” said Garay.

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Fake news, real fires After a hellish weekend where more than 200 wildfires were ignited across the province, Cole Wagner many woke COLE’S NOTES up this week to smoky skies and suspicious news stories in their Facebook newsfeeds.

The story in question was a report that the wildfire situation in British Columbia had become so drastic that the province was pulling the Martin Mars water bomber out of retirement and into service.

The plane, built by the U.S. military during World War II, can carry more than 20,000 litres of water to dump on a fire. The last remaining Mars in service, the Hawaii Mars, also bears a bright cherry red and white colour scheme — which makes for really striking pictures when the behemoth is fighting fires.

Unfortunately, the story that was circulating over the weekend was written in 2015 — the last time the Martin Mars was pulled into service to fight B.C.’s wildfires.

The social media furor over the Martin Mars being called to fight fires became so great, Wayne Coulson (who owns the plane) was forced to issue a clarifying statement over Facebook.

“I would like to thank the hundreds of concerned citizens that have contacted us over the weekend and took the time to share their frustrations surrounding wildfire incidents in British Columbia. We can assure you that if called upon, we are here to support the Province of BC.,” Coulson wrote on July 9.

He went on to clarify that the earliest the plane could be on the frontlines in B.C. would be in early August anyway — the plane is booked for a

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Trump Jr.’s emails not the smoking gun Like the diligent journalist I am, I went online within minutes of the news that Donald Trump Jr. had put “incriminating” emails about his meeting with Russian lawyer and GWYNNE DYER lobbyist Natalia The international Veselnitskaya on STAGE Twitter. I opened the Washington Post site and there, nestled between the paragraphs of their lead story on Trump Jr., was an ad for a box set of “The Walking Dead.” And I thought...

Well, actually, I thought that this stinks to high heaven, but it is still not the “smoking gun.” The dead will continue to walk around for a while yet.

The emails prove that Junior (not a naive youth but a 39-year-old businessman who has frequently done work in Russia) met the Russian lobbyist in the Trump Tower together with Ivanka’s husband Jared Kushner and Paul Manafort, then the elder Trump’s campaign manager. They had been told that Veselnitskaya was a “Russian government lawyer.”

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The emails also show that Trump Jr. believed Veselnitskaya would “provide the Trump campaign with some official documents and information that would incriminate Hillary and her dealings with Russia and would be very useful to your father.” That’s what Rob Goldstone, the slippery British music publicist who acted as a go-between, told him.

Trump Jr. (and presumably Kushner and Manafort too) already knew that Vladimir Putin’s regime wanted Donald Trump to win the presidency and was willing to help. “This is obviously very high level and sensitive information but is part of Russia and its government’s support for Mr Trump,” said Goldstone’s initial email, which did not elicit any expression of surprise from Junior and his friends.

Finally, the emails show that the U.S. president’s eldest son was enthusiastic about the idea that he could get some dirt on Hillary Clinton from the Russians. “If it’s what you say, I love it, especially later in the summer,” he emailed back to Goldstone.

But the emails do not show what actually happened at the meeting. For that we only have Trump Junior’s word, and as long as the other two men back him up he can say whatever he likes about it.

Trump Junior’s account of what was said at

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the meeting has changed several times in the past week, but the general impression he is trying to create is that some random weird lady got a meeting with him under false pretences.

Then, when they actually met, she just rambled on about Americans adopting Russian orphans.

Maybe she did and maybe she didn’t, but Natalia Veselnitskaya is not some random weird lady. She is a respected Russian lawyer who has been leading a lobbying effort to get American sanctions against various Russian oligarchs who are close to the Kremlin dropped for some years now, and she has close connections to the Kremlin herself.

The meeting in the Trump Tower took place in June 2016, when the servers of the Democratic National Committee had already been hacked by the Russians (according to the unanimous conclusion of all the U.S. intelligence agencies), but before any of the information gained had been used. But later in the summer, by some strange coincidence, Junior’s hopes for a major Russian strike against Hillary Clinton were miraculously fulfilled.

That happened just before the Democrats held their national convention in late July, when there was a large dump of emails on WikiLeaks

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OPINION Antique waterbomber not the key to B.C. wildfires The Hawaii Mars waterbomber is more striking in colour. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

From Page 6 flying tour experience later this month.

Despite the hundreds of comments on the post, and hundreds more tweets which called on Premier-designate John Horgan to pull the plane into service, there are a couple factors keeping it from being a perfect solution to B.C.’s problems.

First — the plane is massive, meaning there are only a select number of lakes that the aircraft can land on safely to refill its tank; 113 water bodies compared with 1,700 for helicopters.

Second, the cost of keeping the Martin Mars in service is enormous — the provincial government spent $750,000 in 2015 for the Mars to be deployed to four fires.

As a writer, I’m well-aware of the tendency for people to tell you

how to do your job in the online comments section — but I admit, I’m not used to seeing it when it comes to firefighters.

Yet there is something about that antique hot rod of an aircraft that brings out British Columbians’ inner-fire chief every summer.

To be sure, the 1,600 firefighters who make up the BC Wildfire Service are in tough this season.

The situation became so dire over the weekend that hundreds of extra firefighters were called in from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario and New Brunswick.

These brave men and women will spend multiple days on the frontlines and in the air battling blazes across the province.

With the most intense part of the wildfire season usually coming in August, it looks to be a long summer for the wildfire firefighters.

And that’s to say nothing of the emergency co-ordinators, who

are supporting more than 14,000 evacuees, making sure they are connected with essential services and shelters.

On top of that, you have a communications arm which fights the good fight of ensuring that accurate information is relayed to the public and to the press regarding the status of the fires. As many Merrittonians discovered during this spring’s flood, misinformation travels quickly online — so the importance of accuracy in an emergency setting cannot be overstated.

These are the teams, among many others, who are the province’s real saviours when it comes to the wildfire season.

And ultimately, should British Columbia emerge from this summer with its forests left standing, it will be on the strength of its people — not some airplane from the 1940s.

Death by one thousand cuts From Page 6 showing that the DNC had systematically loaded the dice in favour of Hillary Clinton and against Bernie Sanders.

It didn’t stop Clinton from getting the Democratic presidential nomination, and if the Russians really wanted Trump to win the presidency they should have been backing Clinton.

Sanders would probably have given Trump more of a run for his money.

But seen from Moscow, sabotaging Hillary

Clinton probably looked like a clever move at the time.

So there it all is, and it wouldn’t be enough to impeach Donald Trump even if the Democrats controlled Congress. In fact, the Republicans have majorities in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and Trump wouldn’t be impeached even if he was caught in bed (as they say in Washington) with a live boy or a dead girl.

It isn’t the smoking gun because we will never know what

was really said in that meeting. It is very hard to believe that Donald Trump himself didn’t know about the meeting when his three closest political advisers were all there, but his denial will stand unless one of those three men chooses to say otherwise.

Yet he really is a “dead man walking.” It will be a very long walk — the slow death of a thousand little cuts — but the steady drip of minor and major revelations about his Russian links (and other embarrassing

topics) will continue. And one day his tax returns will probably be leaked, which could be the final blow.

He won’t be impeached, but he’s not having fun any more, and at some point it will all get too much for him. He will simply resign (he’s in his 70s, so he can just plead ill health) — and we will get President Pence instead.

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From the Herald archives: August, 1967

On July 1, 2017, Canada will celebrated its sesquicentennial — or 150th — annivesary.

One-hundred-and-fifty years worth of history is a lot to remember — so each week in 2017, the Herald will run this special section to remind you of the remarkable accomplishments, important historical figures, and maybe even a few fun facts you might not have known about our country.

This week in Canadian history: On July 12, 1940:

Photo of Duncan Alexander Hewitt.

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The first Canadian was killed in action in the Battle of Britain during the Second World War. He is Pilot Officer Duncan Alexander Hewitt, member of the 501 Squadron Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, a 20-year-old native of New Brunswick.

Hewitt’s name was inscribed on the Runnymede Memorial in Surrey county, United Kingdom. The memorial is dedicated to the “twenty thousand airmen who have no known grave. They died for freedom in raid and sortie over the British Isles and the lands and seas of Northern and Western Europe.”

It includes the names of 3,050 Canadians.

Thanks to Library and Archives Canada for this excerpt. Find out more about Canada’s history every day at www.bac-lac.gc.ca/eng/onthisday/.

PEOPLE STILL IGNORING FOREST RESTRICTIONS “Some people are still ignoring the recreational closures placed on the Merritt area fire district,” local Forest Ranger Prank Pearce reported Tuesday, and if these people do not conform to the regulations set down there may be a need to start prosecuting them in order to get the point across.

The point is that this is the worst dry spell in the history of the Interior. The brush and woods are tinder dry, just waiting for that one careless match or campfire to set off a blazing inferno that inevitably results in the loss of millions of dollars of timber and kills thousands of animals and birds, not to mention the occasional human being.”

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS B.C. WILDFIRES

Province pledges millions in wildfire relief The B.C. NDP has a message for residents impacted by wildfires raging across British Columbia.

“Whatever it takes,” Premierdesignate John Horgan told a group of reporters at Thompson Rivers University on Sunday afternoon.

“Whatever we need to make sure people are whole after this, we’re going to do that.”

The premier-designate was in Kamloops on Sunday, touring the Emergency Operations Centre at Thompson Rivers University, speaking with evacuees and

Premier Christy Clark and Premier-designate John Horgan both spoke to wildfire evacuees in Kamloops over the weekend. Photos courtesy of Kamloops This Week

addressing questions about what his government will do when it takes power later this month, on July 18.

Asked for a response to B.C. Premier Christy Clark’s announcement earlier Sunday that the provincial government has given $100

million in funding to the Canadian Red Cross to help wildfire victims, Horgan didn’t shy away from affirming the promise.

“I assure you my government will do everything it can to make sure British Columbians are made as whole as possible,” he said.

Horgan said the province has firefighting supports en route from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario. It is expected that 300 firefighters will arrive in B.C. on Monday and Tuesday, adding to the 1,000 firefighters and 200 contractors already battling the blazes.

He also has the support of the federal government, he said, noting Prime Minister Justin

Trudeau’s message earlier Sunday that, “The federal government stands ready.”

Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale confirmed Ottawa would send federal assistance to help with the provincial state of emergency.

There is the possibility the military will be brought into the province as well. The Minister of National Defence, Harjit Sajjan, is in the B.C. and has spoken with Horgan.

“That’s a call that is up to John Rustad,” Horgan said, referring to the MLA for Nechako Lakes.

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Having cleared a number of legal hurdles earlier this year, the Merritt Green Energy Project is now in the commissioning stage, and is still on track to be fully operational by the fall.

The structure is substantially complete, and will now undergo a series of tests to ensure all of the aspects of the gasification plant are working as intended, said John Turner, vice president of operations at Veolia North America. “[Commissioning] consists of putting

the various systems and parts of the plant sequentially into operation to test that they function as we anticipate,” said Turner.

The process involves activating the boiler and conducting a series of test fires — which tends to create a very distinct sound as steam is redirected away from the turbines, explained Turner. Residents in Collettville are likely hear to the tests going on, Turner added, though he expects the noise to subside when the plant is fully operational.

“It’s a bit of a noisy process right now, but it’s

really a one-time event during commissioning,” said Turner. “Now as we get into normal operations, there will be times where we take the boiler down and do some maintenance and then we bring it back up again.”

Up to this point, the boiler has only been fired using diesel fuel — but Turner hopes to do a test fire using biomass stored on site sometime in the near future.

“Haven’t got there yet but it’s our next step,” said Turner.

Turner said the project has the capacity to fit 20 days worth of biomass in their fuel yard

— and workers monitor the piles to ensure that no fires are ignited before the fuel gets to the boiler.

“We expect to be turning that over quickly and safely, and we don’t expect fire to be a hazard,” he said.

The plant generates electricity by superheating wood residuals and sawdust, and using the gas and steam to turn turbines.

Once operational, the 40 megawatt plant will generate 285,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year — enough to power about 30,000 homes, Turner told the Herald.

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Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Did you feel it?

Residents in Merritt reported feeling the shakes last week, after a 5.8 magnitude earthquake occurred near Montana in the United States.

“We’ve been getting quite a few felt reports from both B.C. and Alberta,” said Alison Bird, an earthquake seismologist with Earthquakes Canada.

Felt reports are collected by seismologists after an earthquake has occurred, and can help researchers learn more about the reach and intensity of a quake.

An illustration showing the approximate distance between Merritt and the epicentre of the quake. Photo courtesy of Google Maps

Bird said the “moderately-sized” event happened at about 11:30 p.m. on July 6.

“It was about 14 kilometres down. So that was within the North America plate, as we would expect it to be in that region,” she added.

The shaking originated from the Helena Valley in west central Montana, approximately 690 kilometres from Merritt.

“Places you wouldn’t normally expect to feel an earthquake, people were feeling it. Which is a good reminder that earthquakes can happen in all sorts of places — not just along our coast line,” said Bird.

While the swaying in Merritt was so limited many probably missed it entirely, a magnitude 5.8 earthquake is strong enough to cause significant shaking in localized areas, Bird explained.

“In this area, they’ve had about 16 [magnitude 5+ quakes] over the 100 years. It’s not something that happens often — it’s strong enough for people in that region that they could have some damage,” she explained.

And for those worried that Fido may have seen a ghost, not to worry. Bird explained that household pets are often better suited at detecting earthquakes than their owners.

“They’re constantly sensing for vibrations of a predator coming after them — and often they also tend to be laying on the ground. They’re more likely to feel the shaking than your are sitting on a chair or walking around,” she said. “And because of that, they might feel the earlier, smaller vibrations that you might not feel.”

Bird encouraged anyone in Merritt who might have felt the shaking to head over to Earthquakes Canada’s website and fill out a felt report.

“That’s really valuable data for researchers,” she said. “It tells us more about the earthquakes than just what can learn from just looking at the seismic records.”

SPACE COAST The Bass Coast Music and Arts festival was another rousing success this year, catering to a sellout crowd of 4,500 people.

Everyone partied responsibly, with police reporting little to no complaints from the festival other than one call where they had to evict some people who snuck in without tickets. Organizer Paul Brooks said the goal for the next five years is to continue growing sustainably in Merritt. Michael Potestio/Herald

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BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED HOME 2433 BURGESS AVENUE

4 bedroom, 3 bath family home situated on 0.63 acre lot bordering Nicola River. This home has slate tile & fir flooring, central A/C, fir cabinetry, large kitchen island & S/S appliances. Open concept main floor with office and laundry. Enjoy the large rec.room over the garage. Yard is private with large deck, U/G sprinklers, raised garden beds & is fully fenced. #2878 RETIREMENT HOME

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NEW

$579,000 ON 6.9 ACRES

NEW

Great retirement community in Woodlane Village, within walking distance to shopping & amenities. This townhome has 2 bedrms, 2 bath, laundry on the main, gas F/P in living rm.

3 bedroom rancher overlooking the beautiful Sunshine Valley. Large master suite with 4 pce ensuite, open concept design, vaulted ceilings & 2 living rooms.

Large covered deck, dog run & fish pond.

#2858 $569,000

#2880 $699,900

#2882 $559,000

15 ACRES

NICELY RENOVATED

COUNTRY RETREAT

MOVE IN READY

#2786 $224,900

Harmon Estates waterfront property with 3 bedroom 2 bath rancher. Has nicely manicured lawns, fruit trees & vegetable garden area. The kitchen, living room & master bedroom overlook the lake.

D UCE

A great property in subdivision of acreage lots. This unique 15 acre lot has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro is at lot line, well & septic must be installed. Land is mostly flat & useable.

Very nice home with Mill Creek kitchen cabinets, 4 bedrms up, 3 baths, full fin.

Bsmt with family rm & large bedrm for inlaw suite. Back yard has large gergola & sitting area. RV parking.

On 1.99 acres with flat benches & room to build a nice size shop. The home has 3 bedrms, 3 baths, new Mill Creek kitchen, flooring, paint & roof. Has fully fin. bsmt with woodstove in Rec. room.

STUNNING HOME

IN LOWER NICOLA

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

#2720 $289,000

On just under 1 acre in the city, this 4 bedrm, 4 bath home features open concept with 17 ft vaulted ceilings, deluxe kitchen, private deck off master bedrm. Beautifully landscaped & fenced yard.

Triple garage.

#2840 $749,900

#2839 $369,800

Large family home with 4+ bedrms, 3 baths, and a fully finished basement with family room, rec.room & workshop.

Double garage, 20x8 covered deck and a patio area. Yard is well maintained.

#2815 $319,900

COLDWATER HILLS

LE SPRING SA

Located on Veale Road Prices starting at $189,000 + GST

Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcels with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have preapproved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells. New perimeter fencing. Call for complete details.

#1869

3600+ sq.ft. family home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fully finished basement, media room, sunroom & large office. Has good producing well, 2 single garages, garden shed & many extra

NEW

RED

#2837

$439,900

In prime location, sale includes land & building, in the heart of downtown Merritt.

Has 1200 sq.ft. on each of the 3 floors. Was previously a restaurant with living quarters above.

#2824

$229,900

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This beautiful 3 bedrm rancher is ready for quick possession. Home has high ceilings, crown mouldings, open concept with huge living room, dining room & kitchen that opens to large covered deck in fenced backyard.

#2883

$364,900

LAKEFRONT LOT

Fantastic 1 acre lot on Nicola Lake. Start planning to build your dream home. The prime property all ready has a driveway started down to a more level area near the water. Included a dock.

#2830

$479,000

Immaculate 8500 sq.ft. building on 0.8 acre corner lot and with easy access & on truck route. Has 6400 sq.ft. of retail space, 1600 sq.ft. of warehouse space & 500 sq.ft. on 2nd floor for lunch room & bathrm. Lots of paved parking, loading dock. Phase 1 environmental has been completed

#2881

$850,000

Grandview Heights

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

Fully serviced residential lots with fantastic views of the Nicola Valley and surrounding mountains.

Close to shopping and college.

Start building your dream home today!

#1726

APPROX. ½ ACRE LOTS Prices Starting at $95,000 + GST Located Off Lindley Creek Road

This premier subdivision offers a rural living experience with expansive views of the Nicola Valley. Minimum lot size of 0.5 acre up to 0.96 acre, offers privacy and room to landscape. The cul de sac design guarantees no thru traffic and crown land surround entire property. Road are paved with city services in place. Call for details.

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LARGE YARD

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A good rental property or a starter home. 3 bedroom older mobile in Lower Nicola Mobile Home Park. Pad rent $373. Per month. Includes fridge, stove, washer/dryer, sheds.

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#2878

#2879

$365,000 STRATA HOME

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Nicely built newer home with nice open concept design with 2 bedrooms upstairs, master with large 5 pce ensuite with soaker tub & W/I closet. U/G sprinklers, central A/C, fully fenced. Home Warranty.

Great retirement community within walking distance to shopping & amenities. Features 2 bedrms, 2 baths, laundry on the main, living room with gas F/P, carport in front.

#2816

#2786

$224,900 IN LOWER NICOLA

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SOL

Immaculate 4 level split, Bench home with stunning views, beautifully landscaped & fenced yard with U/G sprinklers. Quality built home with huge master bedroom with sliders to new deck, 3 baths, fully fin. Bsmt, huge family rm with wet bar, new roof in 2008 & more.

#2850

$519,900

Large family home with 4+ bedrms, 3 baths, living rm with F/P, large dining & family room with F/P. Full bsmt has another family rm, 4th bedrm rec.rm, workshop area & cold room.

Covered deck in back.

#2815

$319,900

$579,000

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Beautifully designed 4 bedrm, 3 bath family home on 0.63 acre lot. Features slate tile & fir flooring, central A/C, large island in kitchen, S/S appl., 9 ft ceilings, large rec.room over double garage

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Brad Yakimchuk

Moving Real Estate BC Ltd.

SOL

On quiet cul de sac, this 4 bedrm, 3 bath home has family rm off kitchen with sliding doors to sundeck, office & rec.rm on the main plus unfinished bsmt for storage. Double garage & RV parking.

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$299,900

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#102 - 2840 Voght St., Merritt, BC

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#2867

Ray Thompson 315-3377

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Beautiful rancher in Nicola Bluffs strata development. 1400 sq.ft up & 1400 sq.ft. down. 2 bedrms up, 2 down, huge rec.room in basement. Double garage. Strata fees $249.15.

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SOL

NEW

South facing 2 bedrm top floor corner unit in The Vibe. Tastefully finished throughout, bright modern open design features HW floors & granite countertops. Exceptional value & priced to sell.

#2863 $169,900

Quality built rancher with many high end features including 9 ft ceilings, gorgeous cherry HW kitchen cabinets, HW floors, living room with gas F/P, 3 bedrms, 3 baths. The bsmt has workshop & possible inlaw suite. Private covered deck, RV parking

#2846

PRIME LOCATION

$459,000

2 bedroom manufactured home with large private deck with hot tub overlooking Nicola River, in Eldorado MH Park. Has detached 30x12 work shed. Pad rent is $389 per month.

This beautiful 3 bedrm rancher is ready for quick possession. Home has high ceilings, crown mouldings, open concept with huge living room, dining room & kitchen that opens to large covered deck in fenced backyard.

#2827

#2883

DESIRABLE AREA

$84,900

$364,900

BEAUTIFUL RANCHER

INVESTORS

NICOLA BLUFFS

SPACIOUS HOME

3000+ sq.ft. family home, close to all amenities & easy walk to downtown. Spiral staircase, 3 bedrms up, 1 down, plus 2 bedrm suite on main level. Full unfinished bsmt. New flooring on upper level.

#2874 $399,999

New two storey townhome with open concept kitchen with quartz countertops, laminate flooring, gas F/P, 3 bedrms up, 3 baths and the basement is finished for rec.room & storage room. GST applies.

#2790

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

$299,500 NEWLY BUILT

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SOL Nice home with 2 bedrms on the main and a 2 bedrm inlaw suite in the basement. Has good size living rm, dining rm & kitchen with laminate flooring. 1 car older garage, nicely landscaped

This Bench home has panoramic views of parks, mountains & city. Perfect family home with 4 bedrms, 2 baths and renovations of windows, roof, hardiplank siding, new kitchen floors & more.

#2848

#2841

$285,000 RV PARKING

$429,900

EXECUTIVE BENCH HOME

Large family home with over 3800 sq.ft. on 3 floors, 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, large open kitchen with nook, formal dining, big rec.room & games room/gym. Nicely landscaped with U/G sprinklers.

#2793

$449,900

2 bedroom rancher with living quarters at back of house. Long term tenants. Good revenue property. Both units are rent at $825 and $500.

Fenced yard and close to downtown.

Beautiful 2 bedrm rancher with office. Kitchen has granite countertops, open concept, upgraded cabinets, vinyl plank flooring, gas F/P in living rm. Custom blinds, large double garage.

New 2 st orey house in newer area. Has open concept style kitchen with Quartz counters in spacious kitchen. 4 bedrms up, 3 baths, master with ensuite & W/I closet. 2-5-10 Warranty. GST applies.

#2859

#2873

#2851 $399,900

FIRST TIME BUYERS

$149,000

$389,900

DOWNTOWN LOCATION

ON 1 ACRE

#2848

$285,000

Quality built home with 4 bedrms, 3 baths, huge oak kitchen with island, pantry & nook, fully fin. Bsmt with office/den with BI storage hutch, large family rm, U/G sprinklers, newer roof & deck.

2 bedrm rancher has had some renos including newer cabinets, counters, S/S appliances in kitchen, bathrm fixtures, paint, some flooring & vinyl windows. Has 20x32 detached shop with guest accommodations.

#2801

#2825

$449,900

$159,900

CED

Charming home with large rooms throughout, 4 bedrms, 3 baths, newer windows & doors, boiler system & HW tank. New roof in 2008, updated flooring & bathrms. Huge rec.room, games room & wet bar.

Fixer upper in Collettville on a large double lot.

Needs some TLC. Being sold ‘as is where is’.

Call for details.

#2840

#2810

#2861 $175,000

$289,000

$369,900

U RED

Stunning home features 4 bedrms, 4 baths, 17 ft ceilings ceiling, deluxe kitchen, private deck off master bedrm with hot tub.

Main floor has 2 bedroom suite. Fenced & landscaped. Triple garage.

$749,900

#2855

NICELY RENOVATED

OPPORTUNITY

D SOL Nice home with 2 bedrms on the main and a 2 bedrm inlaw suite in the basement. Has good size living rm, dining rm & kitchen with laminate flooring. 1 car older garage, nicely landscaped.

2 bedroom rancher in a new subdivision on a corner lot. Large open kitchen with Quartz counters and a gas fireplace in the living room. Comes with 2-5-10 Warranty.

Double garage. GST applies.

Great family home with open concept kitchen, Mill Creek cabinets & granite counter on island. 4 bedrms up, 3 baths & dining room opens to spacious covered deck overlooking with landscaped backyard.

#2839

$369,800

INVESTORS

LOCATION! LOCATION!

BENCH RANCHER

BROOKMERE

APARTMENT

INVESTMENT

APARTMENT

GREAT STARTER

WELL MAINTAINED

Side by side duplex within walking distance to all amenities. 100 amp per side. Some long term tenants in place. Each side has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm kitchen and living room plus fenced backyard. Each side is 432 sq.ft. Some renos have been done.

Well maintained rancher with a beautiful view.

3 bedrms up, 1 down, 2 baths + ensuite. Recent upgrades include roof, much of the flooring on the main, bsmt reno & outside wiring for RV parking. Covered deck, backyard access.

Very nicely finished rancher with full basement, large open kitchen with Hickory cabinets, island & pantry, bamboo flooring & low E windows. Great family home on the Bench.

Perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiast with year round activities. Close to fishing, crosscountry skiing, quading & more. Beautiful 2 bedrm home with open kitchen/living room, double garage, lots of parking.

Quality built one bedroom apartment in The Vibe, close to shopping & bus. Nice open design, kitchen has granite countertops & Shaker style cabinets. Appliances included.

Full side by side duplex in quiet area of Collettville. 1 bedroom up & 1 down, 1040 sq.ft. on each side up & down. Great revenue property. Currently rented on both side

Newer 2 bedroom apartment on the 3rd floor in The Summitt with open floor plan. Comes with stainless stove, fridge & dishwasher.

Perfect half duplex for young family & close to schools. 2 bedrms up, 3 down with family room. Newer mid furnace & 100 amp service. Fenced backyard with storage shed & new roof.

2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. New plumbing with heat tape, 1 bath, comes with all appliances. Quick possession. Close to golf course. Pad rent $346 per month.

#2828

#2856

#2773

#2860

#2774

#2803

#2674

PRIVATE YARD

D

SOL

3 bedrm rancher with fully basement, pool & RV parking. New updates include a new roof, siding, bathrms, paint, U/G sprinklers, deck & new pool deck. Nicely landscaped with mature foliage.

#2701

$359,900

RIVERFRONT LOT

A rare waterfront lot of 0.94 acres, waiting for development with over 50 meters of river frontage, not subdividable. In neighbourhood of high end homes. Could apply for reduction in setback.

#2813

$174,900

#2845

$159,900

ATTENTION INVESTORS

This side by side duplex has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm kitchen & living room per side, plus a fenced backyard, and 432 sq.ft. each side for a total of 864 sq.ft. Some renos have been done.

#2844

$159,900

$349,900

FAMILY HOME

BUILDING LOT

Great building lot of 7330 sq.ft. in popular subdivision on Fir Avenue. Nice flat lot, close to elementary school, beautiful walking trails along the river and downtown shopping centre. Services at lot line.

#2474

BUYERS:

$365,000

$57,000

4 bedroom home in great area, close to schools & amenities. HW floors, A/C, open concept with big gourmet kitchen. Has had some renos in past few year. Nicely landscaped, RV parking.

#2796 $289,000

#2524 $289,000

$129,900

$219,900

LOCATION, LOCATION

BUILDING LOT

RESIDENTIAL LOT

Spectacular views from the 7470 sq.ft. lot.

Services are at the lot line. Building a house in this development is a great investment. Close to shopping and amenities.

6200 sq.ft. view lot on the Bench, with city services at the curb and underground.

Quality home in this neighbourhood.

Priced to sell.

Great building lot in popular subdivision. Nice flat, corner lot of 6792 sq.ft. with services to lot line. Is close to schools and walking trails along the river.

#2802

#2492

#2819

$89,000

$44,999

$57,000

$159,900

$159,900

RESIDENTIAL LOT

RIVERFRONT LOT

BUILDING LOT

Just under 1 level acre right beside Nicola River. Imagine fishing from your front yard, watching the deer and eagles. Beautiful building lot and very private. Zoned R1

Nice building lot on Lindley Creek Road, in a growing newer subdivision.

The natural slope of the land will allow for a walkout basement with a rancher type look from the front yard.

#2608

$149,000

#2838

$44,900

$59,900

Build your dream home on the 7783 sq.ft. lot with amazing view, close to shopping, restaurants, services and highways. A relatively flat lot that allows many home designs.

#2821

$89,900

BUYERS: Invest in Merritt—Invest in your future!

If you’re looking to get away from the big city lifestyle, Merritt is the community to live in! Check out our website for more details and photos on all of our listings. Then call us – We’ll help you find the property that suits your needs.

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Quality built home on 1.35 acres with 3 car detached garage & inground pool. Home has vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrms, 3 baths, sunken living rm, fully fin. bsmt & sauna. Has U/G archery range.

Great horse property of 9.88 acres with riding ring. 5 bedrm level entry rancher with walk-out basement. Has large deck off front of home to enjoy. Has several outbuildings.

#2875

#2876 $699,900

Custom waterfront home on 2.7 acres with 150 ft of water frontage. Stunning two level 4+ bedrms, 4 baths, & a self contained bachelor suite w/laundry. Fantastic panoramic views.

Quality built lakefront home on 1.05 acres with fiberglass dock & inground heated pool. 4 huge bedrms with W/I closets & ensuites. Open gourmet kitchen, massive open living rm with stone faced F/P. High end theater room with projection screen & more.

Great opportunity and in prime location in the heart of downtown. Previously ran as a restaurant with living quarters above, endless retail possibilities. 1200 sq.ft. on each of the 3 floors. Unfinished bsmt for storage, attached garage.

Successful men’s and women’s clothing store in downtown Merritt. Established in 1961, Spaner & Webb has been a mainstay in the downtown core & continues to thrive. Sale includes land, building & business with updated POS system & stock.

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ON TYNER LAKE

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COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Great location on a corner lot with approx. 7300 sq.ft. building, zoned C-4 with site specific zoning to allow doctors, lawyers, professional offices. Lots of parking, nicely landscaped.

$699,900

ON 1.99 ACRES

PIECE OF HEAVEN

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3 bedrm rancher on 4.8 acres. Home has open concept design, large master suite with 4 pce ensuite, vaulted ceilings & 2 living rooms. Gorgeous outdoor living area with large covered deck. Enjoy the rock garden, fish pond a dog run. Partially cross fenced.

Great country retreat or family home approx.

15 mins from Merritt. Has flat benches and room to build a nice size shop. Features 3 bedrms, 3 baths, renos since 2014 of new kitchen, flooring, paint and new roof in 2015. Fully fin. Bsmt with large rec. room & hobby rm.

#2858

#2837 $439,900

ON TWO ACRES

APPROX. 11 ACRES

#2792

$2,818,000

#2824

$229,900

#2826

$375,000

NEW

SOL

UC D E R

$569,000

#2865 $950,000

Enjoy the great outdoors on this 1 acre lot on Iron Mountain. Has 2 bedroom mobile home, 2 storage sheds or workshop. Shallow well, septic installed and a creek running through the property.

Government lease land with rustic 2 bedroom cabin with kitchen and living room. Has 2 woodstoves, propane fridge, stove & lights are solar power. Located 30 kms from Merritt.

A long time, well established convenience store with living quarters upstairs. Business know for quality and great customer service. Building has had some extensive renos & upgrades over the years.

#2847 $169,000

#2877 $65,000

#2831

LAKEFRONT LOT

HARMON ESTATES

$825,000

#2019

$499,900

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

20 ACRES

In busy location with tenant, and is fully leased. Total of 6600 sq.ft. with 4100 on the main, 1050 sq.ft. in basement and 1520 on top floor that could be used as living quarters.

Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits. One parcel has a two year lease. Zoned M-1.

Other parcel has “future development” zoning. Call for more details

#2573 $850,000

#2555

NEW Wonderful 2 acre property in Lower Nicola with large 24x40 shop plus a 624 sq.ft. outbuilding you could use for home-based business. The 3 bedrm 2 bath rancher with oak kitchen cabinetry, updated main bath & an extensive private back deck & hot tub

#2767

$495,000

Riverfront property in Sunshine valley with bright 2100 sq.ft. rancher with 3 bedrms, 3 baths, open kitchen, family rm, living rm & office. Has 48x36 barn, 48x30 shop and fenced pastures.

Start planning your dream home on this fantastic 1 acre waterfront lot on Nicola Lake. All ready has a driveway started down to the more level area near the water. Included 8x20 dock.

#2817

#2830 $479,000

$779,000

This waterfront property on Nicola Lake has well kept 3 bedroom, 2 bath recreation home on 0.28 acre lot. Nicely manicured lawns, has fruit trees, shrubs & garden area.

Only 3 hrs from Lower Mainland.

#2880

$699,900

$2,000,000

ON 17 ACRES

ON 4.3 ACRES

9.9 ACRES

LAKEFRONT PROPERTY

INDUSTRIAL BUILDING

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Spacious retreat of 4400 sq.ft. plus a full bsmt and wrap around decks. Features 4 bedrms, 3 baths, gourmet kitchen, vaulted ceilings, 7 pce ensuite & W/I closet. Has 70 fruit trees & 2 hay pastures.

Perfect location, just 35 mins. from Highland Valley Copper Mine and 25 mins. from Merritt.

Has 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths, 1800 sq.ft. rancher with upgrades. Large barn, great shop with concrete floors & other small outbuildings.

Spectacular acreage overlooking the Nicola River. A road has been made to the building site, cleared & ready to start building. Power & water available at lot line. Part of Miller Estates.

2 bedroom recreational cabin with living room, dining room & kitchen. Enjoy the sandy beaches & breathtaking views. Boating, fishing, swimming and snowmobiling in winter. No water or sewer services.

Immaculate 8500 sq.ft. pre-cast tilt-up building on corner lot of 0.8 acres. Easy access from highway on truck route. Has 6400 sq.ft. of retail space + 1600 sq.ft. of warehouse on ground floor. Paved

#2834

#2881

6500 sq.ft. commercial space. Sale includes building and land. Currently used as bowling alley & all equipment included for turnkey business, if desired. Parking at rear. Amazing value for any entrepreneurs.

12.19 ACRES - SUNSHINE VALLEY

14.5 ACRES

179 ACRES

WATERFRONT LOT

arge country kitchen overlooking the hayfields, sunken living room & 3 baths. Has approx. 7 acres of hayfields, has 2 barns, riding arena, carport and a workshop.

Park-like 14.5 acres, fenced & x-fenced, backing onto Crown land with numerous outbldgs. Has 2 wells (one has over 100 GPM). Immaculate 4 bedrm, 2 bath home with vaulted ceilings & large covered deck.

Located only 2 km from city this historical south facing parcel sits on bench above Highway 8 with panoramic views, 31 acres in hay that can yield 3 crops annually, has marketable timber, a rock quarry and 3 bedrm home.

This is a waterfront property of 1.05 acres, in an exclusive development at Nicola Lake of high end quality homes. Nicola Lake is known for great boating activities, fishing & water skiing.

#2495 $1,241,000

#2822

#2842

$925,000

#2866

$825,000

#2798

$324,900

#2853

15 ACRES

$834,500

#2872 $250,000

9.8 ACRES

Great property is a well developed subdivision of acreages. This unique 15 acre property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro is at lot line, well & septic must be installed. Most of land is flat & useable

Gently rolling acreage just 15 min. from Merritt. Has highway & side road access, a newly drilled well and power at the road, ready for you to build your dream home

#2720

#2871

#2575

14.5 ACRES

$229,000

$1,690,000

Great development of high end custom homes. Build your dream home on this one acre lot. Water and sewer hookups available. Close to water access for boating, swimming and more.

#2836

#2833

$169,000

Nice 1.1 acre lot to build your custom home. Water and sewer hookups available. Fantastic views. Great hiking trails in the area plus boating, fishing, water skiing and wind surfing.

#2857

$269,000

#2763

$239,900

Private acreage, treed with great access to Spius Creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line.

Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.

#2047

$199,000

RV PARK

15.9 acre RV Park bordering the Coldwater River. Hookups in place & future set of plans for expansion available. Has city wate, sewer & power. Also has small rental home with long term tenants.

#2771

$1,850,000

SPIUS CREEK ESTATES

LAKEVIEW LOT

$199,900 ONE ACRE LOT

Located in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executive homes, just 10 minutes west of Merritt. Enjoy the views of the valley & surrounding mountains. Land is mostly cleared with some trees.

Check out our website for more photos & details.

#2759 $450,000

Incredible unobstructed one acre lot, amongst other beautifully built custom homes. Quickly becoming the premier place for full time or recreational living.

Choose your plan & start building today!

#2808

Great waterfront property for your recreational getaway or build your home in the country. Mostly flat with many building sites, shallow well, septic approval, hydro with 200 amp and driveway already in

$850,000

$159,900

AT NICOLA LAKE

12.63 ACRES

10.9 ACRS

$509,900

LAKEVIEW PROPERTY

53 ACRES

A rare property that includes R3 and FD zoning.

FD allows for Buyer to request a zoning to fit their plans – could be changed residential to M1 zoning for Light Industrial. Call for details.

$289,000

$425,000

Located in Nicola Lakeshore Estates, with breathtaking views. This subdivision has high end custom homes. Great development for a recreational home or full time residence.

#2729

Located off Petit Creek Road

Prices starting at $199,000

These approx. 10+ acre lots are located approx. 15 minutes from Merritt in beautiful Sunshine Valley. Stunning views of the valley & some are riverfront. GST is applicable.

Call for more details. Disclosure available.

$199,000

#102-2840 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. - 250-378-6166 - Toll Free: 1-877-841-2100

#2540

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS SENIORS CARE

Gillis House repairs kept tenants out Long-term care patients stayed in hospital beds, their own homes or facilities in other communities while renovations were ongoing.

Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

An IHA spokesperson has apologized to elderly patients who spent months in acute care beds at the Nicola Valley Hospital instead of being admitted to Gillis House.

After eight months of renovations, the long-term care facility in Merritt is once again accepting new residents.

Repairs were made to the building’s sprinkler system and ceiling track lifts, but no new residents were being accepted during renovations, so many were sent to the Nicola Valley Hospital (NVH), filling acute care beds not designed to accommodate them for a months-long stay.

“When there are people awaiting residential care in acute beds, it’s never ideal,” said Interior Health Authority (IHA) spokesperson Karl Hardt.

Renovations began at Gillis House last October and were conducted in stages to try and minimize the number of residents impacted.

“Acute care beds are designed for acute patients and we definitely appreciate everyone’s patience durning the renovations. We know it created delays for people awaiting residential care and we apologize for that,” said Hardt.

The situation left the hospital overrun with patients, and some even had to be sent to Kamloops, NVH chief of staff Dr. Duncan Ross told the Herald.

“It was somewhat frustrating, but we worked around it,” said Ross. “We had to make due because some of the people that came in through acute care, that was unpredictable.”

There are eight acute care beds used to treat people with illness or

injury at NVH. Ross said that for a period of time at least 50 per cent of those beds were occupied by long-term care residnets who would have been at Gillis House.

Ross said NVH often accommodates more patients than it’s designed to handle.

“We put people in emergency or occasionally people are double [bunked],” said Ross.

He said there were times when a handful of people waiting to get into Gillis House wanted to leave NVH for more comfortable surroundings as they were essentially living at the hospital.

While the numbers

The Gillis House in Merritt. Michael Potestio/Herald

varied, over the length of the renovation 15 people at most were supported in alternate locations while awaiting placement at Gillis House, said Hardt.

Based on the needs of each individual, some people were sent to the acute care beds at NVH, while others were sent to long-term care facilities in other communities

and some were supported in their own homes, said Hardt.

Meanwhile, residents still in Gillis House had to be double-bunked temporarily while part of the facility was empty for the renovations.

Hardt said no residents who occupied a permanent bed in Gillis House was moved out during the construction

project.

During construction residents who were already sharing rooms were kept together, said Hardt, adding that in some cases residents living in single rooms were

double-bunked based on assessment by the care staff.

“We had two pretty significant projects we needed to do at Gillis House,” said Hardt. “It was work that needed to be done.”

He said the work is now complete at Gillis House and new residents are being admitted to the 74-bed facility.

“Both the projects were around safety and security for the residents as well as the staff,” Hardt said.

“It did impact the hospital and there were some challenges,” he said.

Hardt said Gillis House was unable to accept new residents due

to limited bed space during the renovation, and the situation wasn’t an ideal one.

“We always want people to get into the right care as quickly as possible, but it was work that needed to happen, so we weren’t able to accept new residents,” said Hardt.

He said the reason for the extended length of the project was due to combining both renovations into one.

Ross said he’s glad to see Gillis House is functioning again at capacity.

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RODEO NEWS

Little Britches’ cowboys and cowgirls get ‘er done MERRITT LITTLE BRITCHES RODEO Local Top 10 Finishers

Saturday

Sunday

Jr. Girls Barrel Racing

1st Kelsey Starrs

7th Kelsey Starrs

Jr. Girls Pole Bending 2nd Kelsey Starrs 10th Eva Rodie

8th Kelsey Starrs

Jr. Girls Goat Tail Tying

2nd Kelsey Starrs

2nd Kelsey Starrs

Jr. Girls Dummy Roping

4/5th Kelsey Starrs

5th Kelsey Starrs

Jr. Boys Stake Race

2nd Soren Anderson 4th Kolt Alexander 9th Carter Starrs

4th Soren Anderson 6th Kolt Alexander

Jr. Boys Goat Tail Tying 5th Soren Anderson 2nd Soren Anderson

6th Keaton Antoine-McRae 5th Kolt Alexander 9th Carter Starrs Jr. Boys Dummy Roping

4th Kolt Alexander 7th Soren Anderson

Sr. Girls Barrels

8th Maya Starrs

Sr. Girls Pole Bending

3rd Maya Starrs 4th Ayla Goss

Sr. Girls Goat Tying

7th Payton Munson 8th Andee Walker

3rd Keaton Antoine-McRae 7th Soren Anderson 9th Maya Starrs

Sr. Boys Stake Race 6th Troy Holmes 7th Troy Holmes

10th Bryce Garcia 9th Bryce Garcia 10th Isaiah McRae

Merritt’s Kelsey Starrs, 10, was the junior girls’ all-around cowgirl champion on Saturday at the Nicola Valley Little Britches rodeo.

She picked up one first-place finish and two seconds. Above, Starrs and her 18-year-old quarterhorse, Skylar, compete in the pole bending event on Sunday. Bryce Garcia, 14, from Merritt was the senior boys’ top all-around cowboy on Sunday, thanks to a win in breakaway roping, and a pair of fifth-place finishes in chute dogging and goat tying. Ian Webster/Herald

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Sr. Boys Goat Tying

1st Troy Holmes 4th Bryce Garcia 6th Tryton Bose

5th Bryce Garcia 6th Tro Holmes

Sr. Boys Breakaway Roping

1st Bryce Garcia

Sr. Boys Chute Dogging 3rd Kolby Turmel

1st Troy Holmes 2nd Isaiah McRae 3rd Kolby Turmel 5th Bryce Garcia

Co-ed Steer Riding 1st Isaiah McRae 3rd Kolby Turmel

All Around Cowboy/Cowgirl Kelsey Starrs Bryce Garcia

Pickleballers thriving despite the heat Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The temperatures may be soaring in the Nicola Valley, but that hasn’t slowed down members of the local Merritt Pickleball Club (MPC).

Players continue to come out in good numbers to the courts set up in the sports box located at Central Park.

Wisely, those participating in one of the world’s fasted growing recreational and com-

petitive sports are confining their activities to the early mornings (Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 to 11 a.m.) and the evenings (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 until dusk), and avoiding the afternoon heat that is making life uncomfortable for everyone in the province right now.

The MPC continues to welcome new members of all ages, said club president Brian Dafoe.

“There’s this misunderstanding that pickleball is a seniors’ game,”

Dafoe said. “That’s not true at all. It’s being played by young and old alike.”

Dafoe noted that a huge international tournament took place this past weekend in Kelowna, with over 400 players from across North America.

“The top players are in their 20s, and they are good — very, very good.”

Pickleball is a hybrid racket sport. It’s played on a badminton-sized court with a tennis-like

net and paddles that resemble over-sized ping pong rackets. The game can be played as singles or as doubles.

The basic skills of pickleball are quick to acquire, and do not require a high level of physical skill or stamina.

That said, like most sports, the game can also be played at a very high level with a wide array of shots and plenty of individual and team strategy.

For more information, give Dafoe a call at 250-378-7452.

Pickleball is a hybrid racket sport that includes elements of tennis, badminton, racquetball, squash and ping pong. Ian Webster/Herald

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SPORTS LADIES’ GOLF

Mair-Valin beats the bridge to win sixth in a row

Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

When Kamloops’ golfer Karen MairValin’s tee shot on the final hole of the 2017 Ladies Coquihalla Open rode long and finished up in the shadow of a bridge spanning the Nicola River, it had trouble written all over it.

To go for the pin, Mair-Valin would have to get her second shot up and quick if she was going to miss the imposing steel structure directly in her line of fire. A misplay and her ball could be coming right back at her, or worse still on its way into the water.

The winner of the last five Coquihalla Open tournaments in a row came through like the champion she is. Her wedge shot cleared the bridge and assorted foliage with ease and nestled comfortably on the back fringe of the 18th green.

Two putts later, MairValin had her unprecedented sixth consecutive Open title. Her 36-hole 77-77-154 low gross total was four strokes better than runner-up Ashleigh Brown from White Rock.

“I was honestly thinking about chipping backwards, but I didn’t want to be a coward,” said Mair-Valin of her bridge-clearing shot. “I knew that I had golfed well that day, and I had the confidence, so I took a chance.

“I was really trusting my swing by then. I just played it like I would hitting out of a fairway bunker.”

The Eagle Point golfer didn’t begin her quest for a sixth consecutive Coquihalla title full of the same positivity.

“I was struggling a lot earlier this year. I even went and got a lesson a week before Merritt. Our pro gave me one swing thought to work with coming to the event on the weekend, and that’s what I focused on.”

Mair-Valin was very impressed with the condition of the Merritt course given the recent flood damage it had sustained.

“I was amazed how

2017 LADIES COQUIHALLA OPEN Merritt Golf & Country Club, July 8-9 Results

Overall Low Gross Overall Low Net

Flight #1

Karen Mair-Valin, Kamloops 154 Mary Lou Harkness, Osoyoos 133

1st Low Gross 2nd Low Gross

3rd Low Gross

4th Low Gross

Ashleigh Brown, White Rock Diana Lorenz, Merritt Bev Jensen, Surrey Marlene Proc, Vancouver

158 163 166 166

1st Low Net

2nd Low Net

3rd Low Net 4th Low Net

Patti Traquair, New Westminster Kathy Strukoff, Surrey Diane Fish, Surrey Corina Lynn

133 138 140 146

1st Low Gross 2nd Low Gross

3rd Low Gross 4th Low Gross

Tess Moore, Burnanby Deanna Pendergast, Clearwater Julie Martin, Surrey Heather Nymeyer, Kamloops

180 182 182 183

1st Low Net 2nd Low Net

3rd Low Net 4th Low Net

Gwenn Hetherington, Merritt Joanne Burnell, Kamloops Carol Hindle, Clearwater Laura Buckle, Mission

137 137 140 140

1st Low Gross

2nd Low Gross

3rd Low Gross 4th Low Gross

Linda Shanks, Surrey Carla Bacon, Merritt Teresa Redden, Kamloops Karen Gross, Merritt

190 202 207 208

1st Low Net

2nd Low Net

3rd Low Net 4th Low Net

Heather Barlett, Chilliwack Heather Huchinson, Penticton Marg Gillespie, Merritt Liz Claman, Merritt

139 148 148 149

Flight #2

(Above) Kamloops’ golfer Karen Mair-Valin successfully clears the bridge with her third-to-last shot on the 18th hole on Sunday, en route to a second successive round of 77 and a four-stroke victory in this year’s Ladies Coquihalla Open (Right) Mair-Valin proudly displays the Coquihalla Open trophy that she has won the last six years in a row.

(Lower right) Low net winner Mary Lou Harkness from Osoyoos. Photos by Ian Webster/ Herald and contributed

well they had brought the course back,” she said. “And they were very generous with liftclean-and-play when the ball found its way into dead areas. As for the greens, they were fabulous, which was huge.”

As for the weather conditions, Mair-Valin said, “The air quality wasn’t great because of the smoke from the wildfires, but it was the same for everybody.

“Your ball didn’t fly quite as far, but you just made an adjustment.

And, of course, you always have that wonderful wind in Merritt, so you make another adjustment there.”

It was the wind that carried Mair-Valin’s ball so precariously close to the bridge on the final hole on Sunday.

“I even took less club, but I think the old adrenaline was pumping as we were getting close to the end. Normally, my drive would never go that far,”

Flight #3

KP’s Saturday Sunday #5 #7 #14 #16

Heather Barlett Glenda Rodgers Patti Traquair Heather Barlett

Deanna Pendergast Carla Bacon Carol Hindle Dee Hogobaum

Turtle Track Draw for Free 2018 Coquihalla Open Entry Saturday - Dawn Adamson Sunday - Gwenn Hetherington she said with a laugh.

A practice round on Friday was a huge benefit, said Mair-Valin.

“I got to see the condition of the course, where to hit and not to hit, work out my club selections, and so on.

Very helpful.”

Mair-Valin went into Sunday’s final day round with a one-stroke lead over Brown and Merritt’s Diana Lorenz. The chase group kept the pressure on, but could never quite get the better of Mair-Valin’s steady, consistent play. Brown finished at 78-80-158 and Lorenz at 78-85163.

The low net winner was Mary Lou Harkness from Osoyoos with a two-round score of 133.

Interestingly, Harkness

was the last golfer to beat Mair-Valin at a Coquihalla Open — winning in a playoff back in 2011.

A total of 60 golfers entered this year’s Open event.

Will Mair-Valin be back in 2018 to try and extend her winning streak to seven? You can pretty well count on it.

“I love this course,” she said. “Merritt feels like a second home to me.”

The Merritt and District Tennis Club held its invitational mixed doubles tournament on July 9 with four teams taking part. The winner, with a perfect 3-0 record, was the team of Harbans Sandhu and Dianne Quinn, shown above receiving the championship trophy from MDTC tournament director Jean Belleau. In second place was the team of Jim Cooley and Cindy Lawrence, while third place went to Ray and Leah Crampton from Vernon. The local club will be holding its men’s invitiational doubles tournament this Saturday. Contact Sandhu at 250-378-5687 for more details. Ian Webster/Herald

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SPORTS REGIONAL RUGBY

Valley girls help TORA U18s win gold at PRCs Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

When the Thompson-Okanagan U18 girls’ rugby team won a surprise gold medal at the provincial age-group regional rugby championships in Burnaby on the Canada Day weekend, it got a considerable contribution from the Nicola Valley.

Four members of this past season’s Merritt Secondary School girls’ squad suited up for the TORA U18 team at the annual PRCs, and played a major role in the first place finish. They were recent MSS graduates Kalea Palmer, Keisha Henry and Emma Ferch, along with Jamie Neill, who enters Grade 12 this September.

The ThompsonOkanagan U18s went a perfect 4-0 in securing gold, defeating North Vancouver Island 42-0, Fraser Valley West 58-0

The gold-medal-winning Thompson-Okanagan U18 girls’ rugby team at the provinicial regional championships in Burnaby included Merritt players Keisha Henry (back row, third from left), Jamie Neill (back row, thrid from right), Emma Ferch (middle row, far left) and Kalea Palmer (middle row, third from left). Photo contributed

and Vancouver 17-7 in preliminary play before edging top-seeded Fraser Valley 12-5 in a spirited final.

The U18 girls’ team wasn’t the only Thompson-Okanagan rugby side to have a

Nicola Valley connection. The U16 boys featured Lower Nicola’s towering Leif Ellingsen, who starts Grade 10 at MSS this fall. Ellingsen’s team went 2-2 in roundrobin play to finish in a three-way tie for second

place. Wins came over Vancouver North and Fraser Valley Central by identical 12-5 scores.

Unfortunately, the TORA U16 boys lost their opening playoff game 31-5 to Vancouver Island and wound up

seventh out of nine competing teams.

The TORA U16 girls’ squad at the provincial regional championships had siginificant Nicola Valley representation. In addition to MSS rugby coach Erika

Martindale, there were five Merritt players: Amber Webster, Taylor Nicholls, Haley Zabek, Justice Aspinall and U14aged Kassie Moyes. Due to injuries, neither Zabek or Aspinall were able to suit up for a game.

Martindale’s U16 girls placed fifth overall. Both of their wins came against Vancouver South, by scores of 27-10 and 10-5.

Speaking for herself and all the Merritt-area players, Martindale said, “Overall, it was a great weekend. What was most exciting to see were all the new friendships made with players all around our region, and the growth and development of our players as a result of the opportunity to play at a higher level.”

Female rugby continues in the Nicola Valley throughout the summer, with a regular group of past and present MSS players, including Martindale, meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Voght Park at 7 p.m.

A 7’s-team representing Merritt is scheduled to play at the Saratoga Cup tournament in Penticton on the July 29 weekend.

MERRITT SPEEDWAY

It’s the Barry ’n Larry Show in the hobby class Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The Merritt Speedway was the scene of some hot stock-car-racing action on Saturday night.

None was more heated than in the hobby class, where Abbotsford’s Barry Bussiere went fenderto-fender with Merritt’s own Larry Ruttan in three spirited races.

Ruttan was able to get the better of his Lower Mainland opponent in the fivelap dash, but Bussiere gained his measure of revenge by winning both the 10-lap heat and 30-lap main events.

Bussiere runs a 1986 Chevy Monte Carlo, while Ruttan’s ride is a 1996 Chevy Lumina.

Bussiere managed to capture the main despite breaking a fan belt with 10 laps remaining, and then blowing a head gasket with five laps to go.

MERRITT STOCK CAR ASSOCIATION RACE RESULTS - Saturday, July 8 Fastest Times

Bomber 4-cyl.

6/8-cyl.

Street

Hobby

Dash

Merritt’s Larry Ruttan (9) and Abbotsford’s Barry Bussiere (04) battle it out in the 10-lap hobby class heat race at the Merritt Speedway on Saturday. Webster/Merritt Herald

With white smoke streaming from under his hood, Bussiere was able to hold off both Ruttan in the runner-up position and third-place Amy Parsons.

There were some other good matchups on the track Saturday night. In the six-andeight-cylinder bomber class, newcomer Rae Caswell continued his smooth transition from the drag strip to oval racing by winning

the dash over running mate and fellow local racer Bill Fader as well as Logan Lake’s Sean Dandy.

The vets responded by putting the upstart Caswell in his place in the next two races — Fader taking the heat and Dandy the main.

Terry Mockford continued to rack up wins in the street class with a pair of victories and a third-place finish.

The four-cylinder

class saw three different winners from three different communities, beginning with Lytton’s Darrell Kerr in the dash, followed

by Duane Abney from Agassiz in the heat, and finally speedy Adam Nielen out of Chilliwack in the main.

The next stock car racing date at the Merritt Speedway is August 5. On July 29, it’s flat track motorcycle racing at the Speedway.

Bomber 4-cyl. B A 6/8-cyl.

Street

Hobby

Heat

Bomber 4-cyl. B A 6/8-cyl.

Street

Hobby

Main

Bomber 4-cyl.

6/8-cyl.

Street

Hobby

#14 Adam Nielen #77 Sean Dandy #55 Angela Klassen #99 Amy Parsons

19.556 sec.

18.774 18.434 17.248

#09 Darrell Kerr, Lytton #79 Brandon Froment, Logan Lake #61 Rae Caswell, Merritt #03 Terry Mockford, Logan Lake #09 Larry Ruttan, Merritt #91 Duane Abney, Agassiz #15 Kendall Powers, Merritt #09 Bill Fader, Merritt #03 Terry Mockford, Logan Lake #04 Barry Bussiere, Abbotsford 1. #14 Adam Nielen, Chilliwack 2. #15 Kendall Powers, Aldergrove 3. #91 Duane Abney, Agassiz 1. #77 Sean Dandy, Logan Lake 2. #09 Bill Fader, Merritt 3. #61 Rae Caswell, Merritt 1. #13 Tom Miller, Kamloops 2. #31 Damian Lindberg, Merritt 3. #03 Terry Mockford, Merritt 1. #04 Barry Bussiere, Abbotsford 2. #09 Larry Ruttan, Merritt 3. #99 Amy Parsons. Merritt

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SPORTS MINOR SOFTBALL

Merritt teams win bronze at softball provincials

The Merritt LNB Diggers U12 boys’ team: (left to right) coach Shawn Worrin, Owen Bateson, Wesley Green, Aiden Shackelly, Myca Dick, Kash Cressey, Tyrese Basil, Wyatt Fox, Korben Stump, Brooke Gustafson, Nathan Willey, Bryson Pinyon, coach Cody Hyatt.

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The Merritt LNB Diggers U12 boys softball team (with one girl) surprised everyone, including themselves, by winning the bronze medal at the provincial championships in Prince George on the weekend. All games were played at the Ron Wiley Fields in the northern gateway community. Coached

by Shawn Worrin and Cody Hyatt, the Merritt U12s played eight games over three days, including four back-to-back on double-knockout Sunday en route to finishing in third place. The final day was made even longer as the team was forced to return to Merritt by way of McBride and Valemount because wildfires had closed the direct route south. At the provincials, Merritt played teams from Williams Lake, Barriere, 100 Mile, Clearwater and the host community. “We started off slow, but gained momentum as the tournament went along,” said Worrin. One of the most thrilling games saw the Diggers fall behind 9-3 to Prince George, but storm back to win 15-13 in extra innings.

“Their batting was just amazing, and they even pulled off some triple plays” said proud mom Brenda Gustafson. “There are so many new players on the team that have never played before, but they all came through.”

MINOR LACROSSE

Thunder peewees finish fourth

Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The Nicola Valley Thunder lacrosse team returned from their provincial B championships in Fort St. John with a fourth-place finish.

The Thunder were edged out 6-4 by the Comox Valley Wild in the bronze medal game, played on Sunday in the northern B.C. community.

Nicola Valley had beaten the Wild 8-2 during round-robin play earlier in the tournament.

The Nicola Valley peewees made it to the medal round thanks to a 3-0 record in preliminary play on Thursday and Friday. In addition to the win over the Wild, the Thunder also beat Ridge Meadows #2 9-5 and the host Grizzlies 7-0.

The Thunder finished first in their pool,

and played Cowichan Valley in one of two cross-over semi-finals on Saturday night. They lost to the Island team 8-4, which relegated them to the bronzemedal game on Sunday, and a rematch with the Wild.

In the showdown for third place, the Thunder battled back from an early two-goal deficit to square things at 3-3 after 40 minutes.

Unfortunately, it was the Wild who had more in the tank down the

stretch, outscoring the Thunder 3-1 in the third period to claim the bronze medal.

The normally-disciplined Thunder ran into penalty troubles in their final game, picking up 24 minutes in penalties to the opposition’s 12, and surrendering three powerplay goals.

In an all-Vancouver Island final, Cowichan defeated Juan de Fuca 9-3 to claim the gold medal.

Leading scorer for the Nicola Valley pee-

wees at the provincial championships was Lucas Schmid with 10 goals, followed by Keagan McGifford with six.

Thunder MVPs in the five games were Schmid, Rylan Falcone, goaltender Tyson Jarvis, and Keagan and Simon McGifford.

The Nicola Valley Thunder bantams leave for Vancouver Island this week and the provincial C championships, which are being hosted by the neighboring communities of Nanaimo and Oceanside.

Coached by Dave Finch and Clay Nelson, the bantams will play in Pool A along with teams from Abbotsford, Vancouver and VictoriaEsquimalt.

Other teams in the provincial C competition will be from Mission, Comox Valley, Nanaimo and West Kootenay.

The Merritt U14 Bench Warmers mixed team: (back row, left to right) coach Sherry Rauch, Emma Austin, Nate Pearson, Tyler McCormack, Evan Rauch, Missy McDonnell, Tyler Edgar, Mason Fox, coach Theresa Arnold, (front row) Semiah Oppenheim, Cortez Charters, Jayden Etchart, Brandy Mikita, Nathan Saulnier. Photo contributed

The Merritt Bench Warmers boys and girls team competed at the U14 boys’ provincials in Barriere on the weekend. They were one of three coed teams in the three-day event that also saw squads from Fleetwood (Vancouver), Terrace, 100 Mile, Smithers, Prince George and the host community. While the Bench Warmers were unable to win any of their games, the team was competitive throughout the weekend and came close to recording a victory on several occasions, said Arnold. “Many of the teams we played were actually all-star squads from their areas, so I was very proud of how our players competed and never quit. It was a very good group-bonding experience.” Arnold said the heat and smoke from nearby wildfires made the playing conditions for all the teams very challenging.

THE SPORTS TICKER

What’s happening in and around the Nicola Valley

July 15

Merritt Centennials Golf Tournament, Merritt Golf & Country Club

July 15

MDTC Men’s Doubles Tournament

July 21-23

Merritt Mixed Slo-Pitch Tournament, Central Park

July 23

Nicola Valley Cruisers Show ‘n’ Shine, Central Park

July 23

Men’s & Ladies Mixed Golf Tournament, Merritt Golf & Country Club

July 29 Flat Track Motorcycle Racing, Merritt Speedway, 6 p.m.

July 29-30

Wolfpack Slo-Pitch Tournament, Central Park

Aug. 5-6

Albert Kosolofski Memorial Stock Car Races, Merritt Speedway, 6 p.m.

Aug. 19

Stock Car Racing, Merritt Speedway, 6 p.m.

Aug. 26

Ranch Hand Rodeo, Merritt Rodeo Grounds

Aug. 26 Flat Track Motorcycle Racing, Merritt Speedway, 6 p.m.

Aug. 26-7

Iron Springs Barrel Racing, Merritt Rodeo Grounds

Sept. 2-3

Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo, Merritt Rodeo Grounds

Sept. 9-10

MDTC Club Championships (members only)

Sept. 15-18

Loggers’ Show, Central Park

Sept. 16-17

NWMRA Year-End Mud Races, Musicfest Grounds

Sept. 16-17

Slo-pitch Tournament, Central Park

Sept. 23-24 Dady’s Girls & Mommy’s Boys Slo-Pitch Tournament, Central Park Want to get your event on the Sports Ticker? Send all relevant information to sports@merrittherald.com

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SMART STEP

On July 13 and August 17 we are hosting free Yoga in the park from 7:00 - 8:15 pm at Centennial park as well we have our annual free sports camp for ages 6 to 11 from Aug. 21-31. Regular Smart Step meetings for youth aged 12-18 are held on Wednesdays at 6:00 pm at the CPO office, 2026 Granite Ave.

Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. at 1721 Coldwater Avenue.

A stashbuster weekend is planned for May 26, 27, and 28. For more information, call Sharon at 250-315-2340

The St. John’s Singers are 5 vocalists from St. John’s Anglican Church in North Vancouver who will be bringing you a night full of fun, humor and beautiful inspirational music. Presented by St. Michael’s Anglican Church, 1990 Chapman St., Friday, July 14 from 7 - 8:30 pm.

Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: senior exercises 10:30 a.m., cribbage 1:30 p.m. Tuesday: bingo 1 p.m., doors open at 11:00 a.m. bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: carpet bowling 1:30 p.m., court whist 7 p.m., free swim at the pool 9 - 10 a.m. Thursday: floor curling 1 p.m., floor curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m. second and fourth Thursday. Friday: rummoli and games 7 p.m. Last Friday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m.

NICOLA VALLEY EXPLORERS

The Nicola Valley Explorers Society’s primary aims are

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 Pete Ratzlaff at 250378-4199 for more information.

Valley. We also work to assist in the development and maintenance of recreational trails. Membership is open to anyone interested in non-motorized outdoor recreation in the Nicola Valley. For more information please contact

MERRITT PICKLEBALL CLUB

Nicola Valley Community Band practices 7 pm Tuesdays at MSS music room. For more information call James 250-378-9894

Terry at 250-378-5190.

MASONS

Masons meet every fourth Monday of the month.

ELKS BINGO

Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. Come in for lunch!

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 Av

Shriners meet every fourth Wednesday of the month. For morei information call 250-378-2004

MESSY CHURCH

Early bird games start at 5 p.m. at the Elks Hall.

First Thursday of month, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church. For parents or guardians and children to share fun activities, crafts, games, songs, celebration and sit-down dinner with your family. For more information or to register 250-378-5735 or email tucc@telus.net

NICOLA VALLEY QUILTER’S GUILD

FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO FALL FAIR YARD SALES

June 24-25, July 8-9, 22-23 Phone Martha for information at 250-378-2303. Donations gratefully accepted.

Please no beds, skis, tv’s, as we cannot sell these items and have to pay to dispose of them. Thank you for your donations.

Meets on the first and third Thursday of every month.

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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.

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.

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: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Sunday at 10AM and last Wednesday of the month at 7PM

Trinity United Church

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

Highland Valley Copper

Mine Tours

We invite you to come visit one of Canada’s largest mining operation.

Highland Valley Copper formed in 1986 through merging existing mines in the valley. HVC produces copper and molybendum concentrates through a process involving grinding and flotation.

Restorative end land use is an integral part of mining, HVC has a diverse environmental program to guide reclamation planning.

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The pursuit of sustainability guides our approach to business.

Our six focus areas - Community, Our People, Water, Energy and Climate Change, Air and Biodiversity.

To learn more about our sustainability goals and our approach to achieve those goals go to www.teck.com/sustainability.

Free Public Tours

Wednesday’s Only May through August 2017 Mining Operations Tour Dates July 19, August 2, and August 30

Tour Details: Starting at 12:30 pm ending at 3:30 pm

Reclamation and Historical Land Use Tour Dates July 5, August 9, and August 23 Tailings Storage Facility Tour Dates July 12, and August 16

HVC is an industrial setting and appropriate dress code is required.

Due to safety regulations, children under the age of 12 are not permitted.

Space is limited Must prebook tours

250-523-3802 Highland Valley Copper Hwy 97C Logan Lake, BC

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THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR to promote hiking cycling, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and other non-motorized trail use in the Nicola CLUB OF CANADA

Now playing outdoors at the Sport Box, Central Park, 2975 Voght Street: M/W/F 8:30-11:00 am; T/TH 6:309:00 pm. A designated court with instructor(s) and demo paddles will be available for new players. Those over age 10 welcome (10-15 year olds must be accompanied by an adult). Its an easy sport to play, great fun and exercise. For information call Brian 250-378-7452 or Gary 250-280-0105.

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A Memorial Service for ANNE CAMERON will be held on

Saturday, July 15th at 2:00 pm at the

Trinity United Church

Rosmarie (Romy) Bronnimann We are very sad to let you know that Romy peacefully passed away on Friday July 7, 2017.

After a good life, she is no longer in pain. We miss her, but she will continue on living in our hearts.

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Robert (Bob) Alan Preston Lisle July 7, Robert passed away peacefully at Gillis House.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Maureen, daughters Jennifer (Don), Stephanie (Todd), son David, grandchildren Cameron and Sarah and sister Susan, step grand daughters, Sophia and Lili.

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CLASS 1 DRIVERS Class 1 Drivers needed for US Chip hauls. Work is based in Merritt. • Home Daily • Auto Pay • E-logs • Pension Plan • Extended Health Benefits Email resume: careers@sutco.ca or Fax: 1-778-754-4025

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Interior Health is looking for Community Health Workers to join their teams in Barriere, Merritt and Logan Lake!

Applicants must be registered with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker registry to be eligible for this role.

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Garage Sales Send A Girl To Camp Garage Sale. Friday And Saturday July 14 and 15.

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Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?

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West Fraser believes in giving our employees a challenge they can rise to. At West Fraser there are many challenging opportunities to build your career in our company. We believe in growing our team from within and many of our employees have built their careers with us. Discover what you can achieve with West Fraser. 100 Mile Lumber Division is currently seeking a highly motivated:

SAWFILER SUPERVISOR Reporting directly to the Maintenance Superintendent, the successful candidate will work with the Saw Filing Department in all aspects of saw filing.

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The community of 100 Mile House offers excellent year-round recreational opportunities; and great medical and educational facilities.

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250-378-4888 to book your appointment.

2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

www.dentistryatmerritt.ca Dr. Sunil Malhotra

HOURS

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

Dr. Jaspal Sarao

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

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SALES TEAM

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Lynda Etchart Property Manager

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Independently owned and operated

Claudette Edenoste Broker/Owner

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Property Management Team: 250-378-1996 Email: proplepage@gmail.com

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2288 SCHINDLER CRES 5 EMERALD DRIVE 2571 COLDWATER AVE 381 WINNEY AVE MLS#141287 $459,900 $99,000 MLS#141378 $249,000 MLS#141426 MLS#141456 $248,000

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2556 ABERDEEN ROAD 5409 TUNKWA LAKE RD 2644 QUILCHENA AVE 5-1717 GRANITE AVE 1730 HILL STREET MLS#141390 $194,000 MLS#132195 $189,000 MLS#141017 $178,000 $365,000 MLS#139616 MLS#140732 $ 237,000

2556 ABERDEEN RD 2326 GARCIA ST MLS#132195 $325,000 $194,000 MLS#139996

71-2776 CLAPPERTON AVE 2634 QUILCHENA AVE 2501 IRVINE AVE 1421 PINE ST 1875 QUILCHENA AVE MLS#139580 $ 248,000 MLS#140599 $319,000 MLS#141167 $365,000 $88,000 MLS#138492 $410,000

4165 WALTERS ST 2581S COLDWATER RD MLS#139287 $945,000 $539,000 MLS#140706

MLS#141077

CHECK OUT OUR LISTINGS ONLINE: WWW.REALTOR.CA AND SEARCH BY MLS# MLS # House # STREET

PRICE

Merritt up to $200,000 141121 116-1703 MENZIES STREET 63,900 139115 61-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 79,950 139580 71-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 88,000 133041 2326 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 120,000 139238 8-2390 SEYOM CRESCENT 129,000 140932 1599 BLAIR STREET 144,900 139158 104-2799 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 159,900 139026 205-1701 MENZIES STREET 159,900 141178 101-1701 MENZIES STREET SOLD 167,000 140300 1360 COWLEY STREET 170,000 140732 1730 HILL STREET 178,000 140164 2476 COUTLEE AVENUE 179,000 140228 1309 GOVERNMENT AVENUE 185,000 141017 2644 QUILCHENA AVENUE 189,000 Merritt $200,000 to $300,000

140679 6-1749 MENZIES STREET 205,000 140918 26-1749 MENZIES STREET SOLD 212,000 139546 2638 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 219,900 140822 1315 SPRUCE AVENUE 220,000 140964 1608 PINE STREET SOLD 229,000 139616 5-1717 GRANITE AVENUE 237,000 138500 2090 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 239,000 141426 2571 COLDWATER AVENUE 249,000 141050 1688 COLDWATER AVENUE 249,000 140469 2881 CRANNA CRESCENT SOLD 249,000 140599 2364 QUILCHENA AVENUE 249,000 141201 2752 CRANNA CRESCENT 279,000 Merritt $300,000+ 141167 2501 IRVINE AVENUE 319,000 139127 1600 POPE PLACE 319,000 139996 2326 GARCIA STREET 325,000 140557 1675 CANFORD AVENUE 349,000 140214 2550 COLDWATER AVENUE 349,000 138597 1949 DOUGLAS STREET 349,900 139009 2649 PRIEST AVENUE 364,900 138492 1875 QUILCHENA AVENUE 365,000 141068 3325 BOYD ROAD 389,000 141077 1421 PINE STREET 410,000 141231 1715 FAIRWAY PLACE 449,900 139919 2465 PAIGE STREET 450,000 138395 3130 PETERHOPE ROAD 475,000 140499 2613 FORKSDALE AVENUE 495,000 139414 1502 RIVER STREET 539,000

MLS # House # STREET

PRICE

Merritt $300,000+ 139287 4165 WALTERS STREET 539,000 136010 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 1,395,000 138517 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD 1,595,000 Homes on Acreage 134647 2397 CARRINGTON STREET 599,000 140706 2581S COLDWATER ROAD 945,000 141496 5360-5320 MANNING CREEK FS RD 1,199,000 136011 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 1,395,000 141452 3265 CUMMINGS ROAD 1,499,000 138518 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD 1,595,000 Bare Land 139244 1555 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139245 1560 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139246 1570 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139247 1580 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139248 1585 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139251 1590 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139253 1610 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139254 1620 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139255 1630 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139256 1640 CHESTNUT AVENUE 65,000 139262 1645 LINDLEY CREEK ROAD 79,900 139257 1670 CHESTNUT AVENUE 79,900 139258 1680 CHESTNUT AVENUE 79,900 139259 1685 CHESTNUT AVENUE 79,900 139260 1690 CHESTNUT AVENUE 79,900 139252 1591 FIR ROAD 79,900 139799 1604 FIR ROAD 79,900 139263 1663 LINDLEY CREEK ROAD 79,900 140754 DL588 HIGHWAY 5A 95,000 141287 2288 SCHINDLER CRESCENT 99,000 140182 3383 WILDROSE WAY 110,000 139787 6681 MONCK PARK ROAD SOLD 119,000 137306 2502 CLAPPERTON AVE(130’X150’) 155,000 139961 453+461 WILD ROSE DRIVE 165,000 132195 2556 ABERDEEN ROAD 194,000 129746 2980 PANORAMA DRIVE 229,000 137445 2819 ABERDEEN ROAD 1,900,000 Commerical 132968 2326 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 120,000 137683 2175 NICOLA AVENUE 220,000 132977 2338 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 295,000 137384 1898 BLAIR STREET 339,000 140069 1988 QUILCHENA AVENUE 349,000

MLS # House # STREET Logan Lake 139149 67-111 133958 208-279 141230 21 135036 29 133956 9 140900 433 139445 7 140122 403 140710 293 140626 19 139302 182 141378 5 138649 141 141199 237 140755 LOT A 135705 312 139653 121 140910 225

PRICE

CHARTRAND AVENUE 49,900 ALDER DRIVE 62,500 TOPAZ CRESCENT SOLD 95,000 TOPAZ CRESCENT 99,000 SAPPHIRE COURT 122,400 OPAL DRIVE 145,000 JASPER DRIVE 179,000 OPAL DRIVE 199,000 CHESTNUT COURT 199,900 BERYL DRIVE 215,000 PONDEROSA AVENUE 219,000 EMERALD DRIVE 248,000 TOPAZ CRESCENT 259,000 JUNIPER PLACE 338,900 TUNKWA LAKE ROAD 398,000 BASALT DRIVE 399,500 JASPER DRIVE 399,900 THRISSEL PLACE 489,000

2649 PRIEST AVE

$364,900 MLS#139009

Very nice quality built rancher with detached shop on a nice size lot, with RV parking, hook up complete with 30 amp plug in, septic and water hook ups. New Bryant Furnace and air conditioner in 2013 with 10 year warranty. The home features 3 bedrooms, master bedroom with full bathroom and walk in closet, nice kitchen with island and open to dining room, gas fireplace faces both dining and living room to enjoy. The garage is 20x22 as well as a great detached 16x20 shop, fully insulated and wired and a nice backyard to enjoy. Call today to book your appointment to view this home and all this property has to offer you.

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

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NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE **

2017 BUICK ENCLAVE PREMIUM AWD

2017 GMC SIERRA 1500 CREW CAB DENALI 4X4

20% = $14,273

ON SELECT 2017 INVENTORY IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $83,735.

ON SELECT 2017 INVENTORY IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $71,365.

OF MSRP

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT*

2500HD SLT MODEL SHOWN

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20% = $16,747 OF MSRP

12,005

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5-YEAR/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANT Y ^

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2017 BUICK ENCORE ESSENCE AWD

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Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

ON SELECT 2017 INVENTORY IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $86,825.

DENALI MODEL SHOWN

AVAILABLE ONSTAR 4G LTE WITH WI-FI ® HOTSPOT 2

BCGMCDEALERS.CA

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PREMIUM II AWD MODEL SHOWN

I N CLU D ES B U I CK S U I T E O F P R I V I L E G ES:

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT*

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8,234

$

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PREMIUM AWD MODEL SHOWN

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CASH PURCHASE CREDIT*

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O N S TA R 4 G LT E W I - F I ® H OT S P OT 2

BCBUICKDEALERS.CA

On now at your BC Chevrolet, GMC and Buick dealers. CHEVROLET.CA, BCGMCDEALERS.CA, BCBUICKDEALERS.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet, GMC and Buick are brands of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase of a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Crew Cab LTZ 4WD (AN3, AY0, CF5, CGN, IO6, KQV, LFP, MW7, PDF, QGM, R88, UF2, VXH, Y65, Z71), Silverado 1500 Crew Cab LTZ 4WD (AN3, BVQ, CF5, CGN, CTD, DQS, IO6, KVQ, K05, L86, NHT, PDF, RD2, SFE, UF2, VQK, Y86), Traverse 1LT AWD (C3U, G1M, K05, PDU, V92), Colorado Extended Cab LT 4WD (G80, I06, JL1, LGZ, M5T, PCL, PCM, PCW, PDL, RVP, UQA, Z82, 5V1), Malibu LT (G1W, K05, PCL), Cruze Sedan Premier (WPS), Trax LT FWD (KPK, PDU); 2017 GMC Sierra 3500HD Crew Cab SLT 4WD (AN3, CF5, CGN, IO6, KQV, L5P, MW7, QGM, UD5, UF3, UQA, UVD, UY2, VAV, Z71), Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Denali 4WD (CF5, JL1, K05, L86, RC7), Terrain SLT AWD (AAB, G7Q, K05, PCJ, SFE, VAV, VQK), Yukon Denali 4WD (G1E, PCJ, SEW, UTT, VQZ); 2017 Buick Enclave Premium AWD (G1W, K05, PCJ, PCX, PDH, SFE), Encore Essence AWD (GK2, PCJ), Envision Premium II AWD (C3U, KSG), LaCrosse Premium AWD (K05, Q7Q, WPA, WPB, WPY), equipped as described. License, insurance, registration, freight, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC Chevrolet GMC Buick Dealer Marketing Association area only. * Offer valid for a limited time only. Customers receive up to a 20% of MSRP cash credit towards the cash purchase of select 2017 models in dealer stock the longest. Not compatible with lease or finance purchases. Conditions and limitations apply. See Dealer for full program details. Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory as of July 1, 2017. Valid July 1 – 31, 2017 on cash purchases of eligible 2017 model year vehicles from dealer inventory. Models receiving a 15% cash credit of MSRP include: Chevrolet vehicles: Camaro (excludes ZL1), Colorado, Trax, Impala, Suburban, Tahoe; GMC vehicles: Acadia, Canyon, Yukon and Yukon XL; Buick vehicles: Encore (excludes 1SV), Envision, LaCrosse (excludes 1SV). Models receiving a 20% cash credit of MSRP include: Chevrolet vehicles: all Light Duty and Heavy Duty Silverado, Cruze Sedan, Cruze Hatch, City Express, Express, Malibu (excludes 1VL), Sonic, Equinox, Traverse; GMC vehicles: All Light Duty and Heavy Duty Sierra models, Terrain, Savana; Buick vehicles: Enclave, Regal. Models not eligible for this offer are: 2017 Chevrolet models: Spark, BOLT EV, VOLT, Corvette; 2017 Buick models: Verano, all 2016 MY and 2018 MY Chevrolet, GMC and Buick vehicles. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). MSRP does not include freight or dealer-installed options, but does include $100 air conditioning tax if applicable. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective cost of credit on their transaction.

Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Void where prohibited. See dealer for details. † The 2-Year Scheduled LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2017 MY and 2018 MY Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle (excluding Spark EV, Bolt EV) with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the Oil Life Monitoring System and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. 1 U.S. government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details. 2 Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Service plan required. Available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot requires WPA2 compatible mobile device and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T. Services vary by model, service plan, conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Vehicle must be started or in accessory mode to access Wi-Fi.

Call Murray Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-378-9255, or visit us at 2049 Nicola Avenue, Merritt. [License #30482]

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

2017 SILVERADO HD

20% = $17,065 UP TO

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

OF MSRP

CHEVROLET.CA

ON SILVERADO 3500 CREW CAB LTZ 4WD IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $85,325.

INVENTORY IS LIMITED, SO VISIT YOUR DEALER TODAY. ENDS JULY 31.ST

2017 SILVERADO 1500

CREW C REW CAB HIGH COUNTRY MODEL SHOWN

2017 TRAVERSE

UP TO

OF MSRP

OF MSRP

2017 CRUZE SEDAN

2017 TRAX

20% = $5,578

20% = $6,577 UP TO

OF MSRP

ON MALIBU LT IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $32,885.

UP TO

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

OF MSRP

ON CRUZE SEDAN PREMIER IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $27,890.

COMPLETE CARE

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CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

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ALL ELIGIBLE MODELS COME WITH YEARS/48,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY

LT MODEL SHOWN S

15% = $4,072

UP TO

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

CHEVROLET

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

ON COLORADO EXTENDED CAB LT 4WD IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $48,325.

LT MODEL SH SHOWN

LT MO MODEL SHOWN

CREW CAB Z71 MODEL SHOWN

UP TO

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

ON TRAVERSE 1LT AWD IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $45,910.

ON SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB LTZ 4WD IN STOCK THE LONGEST. BASED ON MSRP OF $69,120.

OF MSRP

15 5% = $7,249

UP TO

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT *

2017 MALIBU

2017 COLORADO

20% = $9,182

20% = $13,824 OF MSRP

LT MODEL SHOWN

YEARS/160,000 KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

PROUD PARTNER

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20 GET UP TO

UP TO

2017 SILVERADO HD LTZ Z71 CUSTOM SPORT EDITION AND 2017 SILVERADO 1500 LT Z71 RALLY 1 EDITION MODELS SHOWN

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

Up to 20% of MSRP Cash Purchase Credit

%

OF MSRP

CASH PURCHASE CREDIT ON SELECT 2017 INVENTORY IN STOCK THE LONGEST

ENDS JULY 31ST

INVENTORY IS LIMITED, SO VISIT YOUR DEALER TODAY. Call Murray Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-378-9255, or visit us at 2049 Nicola Avenue, Merritt. [License #30482]