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WILDFIRE MITIGATION

AIRPORT DAY

Nearly $250,000 in funding was awarded to the Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) for the removal of wildfire risks. —

After a three year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Airport Day is taking off once again. —

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BASS COAST 2022

Bass Coast has returned to Merritt from Thursday, July 8 to Monday, July 11. STORY /PAGE 16

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Community Airport Day returns to Merritt

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Online merrittherald.com Merritt Airport, also known as Saunders Field, is an uncontrolled airport which will host the second annual Community Airport Day. Photo/NVMA

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM After a three year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Airport Day is taking off once again, welcoming Merrittonians to celebrate aviation and come together as a community after a tough few years. This year, Merritt’s Community Airport Day will feature all the staples of its first event, plus performances by local artists, food trucks, a classic car show, and a special ceremony to show appreciation for those who assisted the City during the November 2021 flooding event. The first annual airport event in 2019 was held as a celebration of a key moment in Merritt aviation history. “This started about four years ago when a friend of mine, Ray Robinson, heard from the museum that it was going to be the 100th anniversary of the first plane ever to land in Merritt,” said Geoff Scholtens, organizer and volunteer with Community Airport Day. “He said we should celebrate that, so I said what we should do is a Community Airport Day, because I’m all about community. I’m also a pilot, so I thought we should bring this whole com-

munity together to celebrate.” The 2019 Community Airport Day drew a crowd of roughly 500 people, gathering to celebrate and watch a flyin, enjoy a community barbeque, and browse the car show. Sponsored by the City of Merritt and its Tourism Merritt program, the event was organized by Scholtens and volunteers. This time around, the event is still organized by Scholtens, but this time in collaboration with Tourism Nicola Valley. The local tourism non-profit is promoting and sponsoring the event, and will provide a community barbeque in addition to the planned food trucks. Scholtens says the event will be bigger and better than ever, featuring remote controlled aircraft, antique cars, airplanes, two local bands, food trucks, and speeches by dignitaries. “I think it’s awesome that we can actually get together face to face, see old friends, meet new friends, and be a community again. One of the things is that Merritt doesn’t have many events where people can just come and be who they are,” said Scholtens, a pilot and certified flight instructor. One of the focuses of this year’s

Community Airport Day is showing appreciation for those in aviation who supported the City of Merritt during November’s flooding event. Pilots flew in over 400,000 pounds of supplies needed for flood response and recovery, many of them volunteering their time and resources. Members of the West Coast Pilot Club and BC Airlift Emergency Response Operations (BC AERO) will attend the event to receive this thanks. “The Mayor and MLA Jackie Tegart are giving out letters and certificates of appreciation to the pilots who flew in back in November. We’ll be sharing our thanks for the help.” Leading up to the event, Scholtens says his phone has been ringing off the hook with questions about the event. Scholtens has flown since he was 15 years old, and is currently teaching both his children to fly. He added that aviation truly does ‘fly’ in the family. Community Airport Day will take place on Saturday, July 16, from 10am to 3pm at the Merritt Airport, located at 4510 Airport Road. For more information, or to get involved, call Geoff at 250-936-8250.

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FORESHORE PROGRAM Councillor Brian Holmes, UBC sustainability scholars, and representatives of Living Lakes Canada recently gathered at Nicola Lake to discuss culturally and archaeologically significant areas of the lake’s foreshore, and perform a mock survey of the lake.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Lower Nicola Indian Band performs wildfire mitigation treatment identified,” said Don Gossoo, General Manager, Lower Nicola Indian Band Development Corporation (LNIBDC). Lindley Creek is located south of the Nicola River, south of Lower Nicola; and Fox Farm is located on the north side of the Coquihalla highway just east of Merritt on Fox Farm Road. “They were identified because of their proximity Stuart Jackson (left), Ernie McIvor (middle), and Kimberly Mike (right) at to communities,” Lindley Creek after treatment. Photo/LNIB said Gosso. “You Izaiah Reyes tunity for the Band don’t want to do NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM it in the middle of to mitigate risks in nowhere, it is much both Lindley Creek Enhancement Wildfire season more favourable if and Fox Farm, two Society of BC is a very sensitive you can select these key areas near both (FESBC) awarded time in B.C., last locations that are Lower Nicola and close to $250,000 year’s devastaclose to communiMerritt. in funding to the tion in Lytton had ties where there’s a “The applicashown how quickly Lower Nicola potential for greattion to FESBC Indian Band fire could engulf a er damage.” was submitted in (LNIB) for the whole community. Crews from removal of wildfire the name of the In order to aid in Shulus Forest LNIB with the risks. The funding the fight against Enterprises Inc., a proposed areas of wildfires, the Forest provides the oppor-

company owned 100 per cent by the LNIB, did all the manual treatments of these sites including tree pruning, spacing, falling, bucking, piling, and burning, covering about 20 hectares at Lindley Creek and 11 hectares at Fox Farm. “Lindley Creek was chosen mostly because of its proximity to the homes which is a primary concern. The stand

had a very thick and dense greenery, full of brush,” Gosso explained. “Fox Farm was especially concerning because where we treated was in between the Coquihalla Highway and the Fox Farm homes which were just up the hill. In the event of a fire down at the Coquihalla, the fire would quickly move uphill

towards those homes.” The forested area below the Fox Farm community has been subject to wildfire suppression for over 60 years, resulting in a significant accumulation of dead and downed fuels.

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Just for Laughs Merritt Last week I attended a standup comedy show in Merritt. I know, hard to believe, right? I feel MARIUS AUER like I’m HERALD in the big REPORTER city, going to events after 6pm. All jokes aside, it was a fun evening of some good laughs, great crowd work, and a relaxed atmosphere. Taking place at the Empty Keg Brew House, Nash Park’s ‘OK, Dope’ comedy tour featured three comedians, all impressive in their quick wittedness and ability to adapt their humour to the small town audience. All in good fun, their sets included jokes aimed at relaxing an audience and poking fun at tough situations. Response was great, with the crowd laughing and engaging the comedians through the two hour show. Hosted by Nash Park, who was joined by Kelowna’s Matt Baker and Just for Laughs’ Simon King, the tour hopes to bring another set of comedians to Merritt in September. I’ll definitely be going. It was nice to see a comedy show that brought a variety of perspectives together, with jokes that easily cracked up an audience of people with different opinions, views, and senses of humour. Even better was seeing members of the community relax, laugh, and simply be entertained. Comedy and laughter are really about connecting with each other and coping with things out of our control. Being able to joke about the human experience and laugh with each other brings us closer together.

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LETTERS to the editor 2022 Elvis Festival in Merritt Editor, At last, we can all enjoy a great weekend out with friends and family and enjoy great music, entertainment and food from the many vendors. ELVIS is back in the building, or at least the Merritt Rodeo Grounds. July 15, 16 &17th. Not only will you be given the best weekend you will also be helping support our 2 charities, Merritt Rotary- disaster relief fund and BC Wounded Warriors/First Responders Foundation. Many world class Elvis Tribute Artist will entertain you all weekend long. Sunday afternoon we have the great sounds of Marty Edwards and the Revival. Each evening we have special Headliner shows all back by the fabulous Cadillac Kings.

Friday night, tribute to Sir Elton John from Vernon, Andrew John, Saturday night, tribute to Elvis Presley, from Pickering, Ontario, and 1st place winner from 2019 Penticton Elvis Festival, Bruno Nesci and Sunday night is our 2022 Comeback Special, with many of our great Elvis Tribute Artists. We are extremely excited to welcome our Special VIP Guest, Actress/Singer/Author, Cynthia Pepper. Cynthia co-starred next to Elvis in the movie Kissin Cousins. Hear stories and ask Cynthia questions about herself and Elvis. Accompanying Cynthia is the co-author of her book, Pigtails, Presley &amp; Pepper, Comedian/Author, Victor J Hanson. Victor will also entertain us Sunday afternoon.

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Saturday morning opening ceremonies the performers will arrive in beautiful vintage cars after driving around Merritt. We have some great vendors also participating. There will also be a beer garden put on by the Rodeo Association. Sunday morning The Rotary Club will be cooking up a very tasty pancake breakfast. On site camping also available, must be self contained as there is no power and water. There are washrooms and showers available. Check out our website for more information @ www.thecdnbluemoon.ca or call 250-300-0291

The School Queen Campaign took place last week with a peach shortcake tea and a variety talent show. The tea was organized by Mrs. E. Farr and Ms. H. Nisbet with girls from grades 7-10 acting as their service crew. The talent show Elaine Martelli, was similarly a The Canadian Bluemoon Elvis great success, Festival with 25 acts done by elementary students and 11 from the high school students. The Merritt Gymnastic Club Often members of this Liberal Government also gave a wonfinancial hardship. derful perforwill talk about “carbon tax rebates”, arguing However, for those who strongly support mance. that some people come out further ahead. carbon taxes on fuel, these higher gas prices The finance minister, who lives in Toronto, are exactly what a carbon tax is designed to do. has publicly stated that her family does not When the Federal Finance Minister was own a car. recently asked about higher gas prices and Certainly, for someone who lives in Toronto the crippling effect they are having on many and does not own a vehicle, I have no doubt Canadians as well as the Canadian trucking they would benefit from carbon tax rebates. industry, her response was clear: However, how about someone who lives in The Merritt Herald “This price increase in fuel costs is a welcomes your letters, Hedley, B.C.? reminder of why climate action is so imporIn Hedley, there are no local supermarkets, on any subject, tant” – Deputy Prime-Minister and Finance addressed to the editor. no local primary care clinics, no local high Minister Chrystia Freeland. Letters must be signed school, and extremely limited public transit The challenge with this statement is that options, and so one is forced to commute long and include the writer’s many countries, including our largest trading name and address. distances for basic services. partner, the United States, do not have carbon There are many communities in our region Letters may be edited taxes. that are forced to commute for services that are for length, taste and Further, other G-7 countries, including the clarity. Please keep not locally available and paying heavily right United States, are actively taking measures to letters to 300 words now. reduce the price at the gas pumps recognizor less. Email My question this week: ing that higher gas prices have a compounding letters to: Are you being adversely impacted by higher effect in significantly driving up inflation. newsroom@ This Trudeau Liberal Government remains gas prices? merrittherald. I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl.gc.ca alone in the G-7 in taking no significant actions com. or call toll free 1-800-665-8711. to reduce gas prices at the pumps.

ALBAS: “One of the largest concerns is about high gas prices.” DAN ALBAS VIEW FROM THE HILL

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Purdue Canada pays a $150 million settlement

Purdue Pharma, the U.S. based parent company of Purdue Canada, is currently in bankruptcy proceedings and involved in multiple lawsuits. Photo/Herald File Photo

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM A major opioid manufacturer and pharmaceutical company has agreed to a landmark settlement in Canada. $150 million was paid out by Purdue Canada thanks to a B.C. led initiative to recover healthcare costs related to the ongoing opioid crisis and marketing of opioid-based pain medications. The settlement comes from a proposed class-action lawsuit, brought forward in 2018 by B.C. on behalf of all federal, provincial, and territorial governments in Canada. The Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act was enacted in the same year, with the goal of recovering healthcare costs that resulted from the wrongful conduct of opioid manufacturers and distributors. “B.C.’s efforts to negotiate this unique settlement, together with other Canadian governments, paves the way for additional

settlements to be reached in the ongoing litigation against other manufacturers and distributors of opioid products,” said David Eby, B.C.’s attorney general and housing minister. “We know that no amount of money can bring

back those who have died, but we are committed to holding corporations and others accountable for acts of alleged wrongdoing committed in the manufacturing and distribution of opioid products.” On April 14, 2016, B.C. declared a public health emergency due to an alarming amount of overdose deaths

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subject to approval in the court system, this is the largest settlement of a governmental health claim in Canadian history. “We are standing up to multinational pharmaceutical companies, advancing decriminalization, investing in new treatment and recovery services, expanding harmreduction measures

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FESBC awards nearly $250,000 for wildfire mitigation From Page 5 Morrow, RPF, Bruce Morrow Forest Consulting Ltd. Morrow submitted the application for funding to FESBC on behalf of LNIB. “Spacing of trees to reduce crown closure, pruning to remove ladder fuels to reduce the risk of crown fires, and reducing the amount and continuity of ground fuels will all contribute to reducing wildfire risk, and allow wildfire crews to respond faster,” said Morrow.

“We created a situation where, hopefully, a fire in the area will now move along the ground instead of through the crown. This will make it easier to fight and reduce the risk of structure loss from ember spotting onto the nearby houses from a crown fire.” Gord Pratt, FESBC Operations Manager, highlighted the support of this work in addressing the high risk areas identified by Merritt’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan and the BC Wildfire Service. “This is a multi-benefit proposal to the

community, the forest, and the area as a whole,” said Pratt. “This project aligns with FESBC purposes, provides employment, and is exactly what we want to support in terms of rural communities working to implement wildfire risk reduction projects.” Stu Jackson, Chief of the Lower Nicola Indian Band, said projects like this one have multiple benefits to the community. “They provide employment opportunities, improve safety, and help support healthy forests. We look forward to more

partnership opportunities like this which enhance communities overall.” Similar work being done in the area on reserve land and adjacent Crown land is being funded through the Community Resiliency Investment Program and the Cascades Resource District. The project also had the full support of the local Resource District and BC Wildfire Service. FESBC would like to gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Forests.

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Merritt adopts mutual aid agreement with Logan Lake one apparatus with a limited amount of firefighters, leaving Merritt with the majority of our resources for protection,” he explained. “If we are in their backyard and an incident happens that requires us back in our own jurisdiction, then we can drop what we are doing and return to our own community.”

In addition, Tomkinson also explained that Merritt’s “indemnity” removes any liability from the city from turning down a request of sending resources to Logan Lake. This scenario works both ways and only applies when respective fire departments are currently attending to an emergency. “It’s been a few years since we’ve

requested mutual aid from Logan Lake,” “I think the last time was when the highway’s maintenance yard had a fire in one of their shops.” Provincial rates are established for the remuneration of the responding party. To read the full report please visit https://www.merritt.ca/agendasminutes/.

Coldwater School Nursery to Grade 7 Registration for 2022 – 2023 The agreement allows Logan Lake access to Merritt’s fire department resources and vice versa. Photo/Herald File Photo

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM On Tuesday, June 28, The City of Merritt held its regular council meeting wherein they entered into a mutual aid agreement with the District of Logan Lake. This agreement allows both parties to assist in each other’s emergency situations, should the need arise. “It had lapsed but we renewed it with new terms, mostly on remuneration for each municipality,” said Fire Chief David Tomkinson, explaining the history of mutual aid between Merritt and Logan Lake. “I think people need to understand the difference between a fire protection agreement where we’re providing a service, whereas this mutual aid agreement is really for the benefit of both communities.” The agreement is a five year contract that begins as soon as it is adopted. Previously, both parties entered in a same agreement back on January 12, 2016. “This allows us to call upon another community to assist us and vice versa so it’s a win-win situation for both communities, especially because we both are smaller in size and population,” Tomkinson explained. “We both have fire departments that respond out of a single station, on a single alarm basis, so we are elated that this is in place.” Tomkinson also clarified that this agreement will not change the Fire and Rescue Department’s main priority which is the City of Merritt. “Typically, we were only sending in

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City to investigate installation of crosswalks

Councillor Melvina White put forward her notice of motion to have staff investigate the possibility of more pedestrian crosswalks at the June 28 Regular Meeting of council. Photo/ Herald File Photo

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM City Councillor Melvina White put forward a notice of motion asking staff to investigate the installation of pedestrian crosswalks at Nicola Avenue and Cleasby Street, as well as Nicola Avenue and Blair Street. Her motion was passed unanimously at council’s June 28 Regular Meeting, prompting staff to engage the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, as Nicola Avenue is a part of Highway 8. White told the Herald that she heard a number of complaints and

concerns from members of the community about the high volume of traffic and low visibility at the two intersections. The Cleasby Street intersection is home to the Merritt Fire and Rescue Department, while the Blair Street intersection hosts Canco Gas Station and is used for commercial trucks to turn into the Aspen Planers mill site. “I’ve had various people from the public talk to me about those crosswalks over the last year,” said White. “It just seems to

keep getting worse and worse with more traffic happening. The latest one I heard was someone’s daughter almost getting hit by the one on Cleasby. I’ve tried to cross that one myself at various times and people just keep going.” White said these stories and concerns are what prompted her to bring forward the motion. The City has installed numerous solarpowered flashing pedestrian crosswalk fixtures throughout high traffic areas in recent years, with Councillor Adam Etchart pointing out that the budget for the earlier installations had not been fully used up. White and City staff hope to use this budget rather than adding additional costs to the City’s operating budget. City staff also addressed White’s concern of why larger commercial trucks are turning down Blair Street, which is not designated as part of the City’s truck route. Due to the location of Aspen Planers

Quilchena Avenue mill entrance, logging trucks and other industrial traffic must turn left at Blair Street to enter the mill. “The one on Blair Street is an issue with the trucks. The main complaint I’ve had is that the trucks can’t see pedestrians when turning the corner. I question why big trucks are coming down there anyhow if it’s not a truck route.” As White’s motion was unanimously passed, City staff will now engage the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure to investigate the feasibility of the two additional pedestrian crossings. The piece of Highway 8 that runs through City limits, called Nicola Avenue, is owned by the provincial government. The City will need provincial approval before moving ahead on this project or any other along Nicola Avenue. White believes this is the main barrier to completing the project. “If it was a City responsibility I believe that

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Local teams win at coed softball provincials

The Merritt Bandits took 1st place in the ‘Comp B’ category at the Kamloops Coed Softball Provincials in Kamloops, one of three Merritt teams competing. Photo/Clay Munro

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM

Three local softball teams knocked it out of the park on Canada Day weekend, securing first place wins in their respective divisions during the 2022 Kamloops Coed Softball Provincials. The Merritt Bandits and the Merritt Land Pirates were ‘Comp B’ and ‘Coed Recreational’ champions, respectively. The Merritt Outcasts wouldn’t be counted out either, securing the runner up position in the ‘Coed Recreational’ category. All three teams played 3 days of games at Kamloops’ Tournament Capital Ranch, vying for cash prizes and

a shot at the World Series in Kamloops. The Bandits nabbed a spot in the World Series, as well as a spot in next year’s 2023 Men’s World Series in Hamilton, Ontario. “I could not be more proud of the two young teams from Merritt making a name for themselves, and also my team, the Bandits. Six long years playing in comp and we finally got the win we’ve been waiting for,” said Clay Munro, coach of the Merritt Bandits. “Now we’re on the road to the 2022 World Series in Kamloops on September long weekend. I hope to see more Merritt teams, we always love seeing our ball community spread their wings.”

Softball is a popular sport in the Nicola Valley, with Merrittonians often able to see games and tournaments taking place at Central Park’s baseball diamonds. Munro is the organizer of a tournament called Smashfest, which recently returned after a pandemic caused hiatus. While he organizes locally, in the larger scale tournaments he is a coach and player. The National Softball Association (NSA) organized the provincials in Kamloops, and will plan and execute the World Series events as well. Munro says the organization has been great to work with, and he looks forward to taking his team to compete in future events.

The Merritt Land Pirates win the championship at the ‘Coed Recreational’ division. Photo/ Clay Munro

“NSA are the best people to host events in Canada. We are proud to have such a great group of people come out of Merritt, and it’s great to see teams

The Merritt Outcasts won runner up at the ‘Coed Recreational’ division. Photo/Clay Munro

leave Merritt to make names for themselves. I love seeing it.” The Merritt Bandits will now focus on practicing their game, competing in friendlies, and engaging the community for support. Currently sponsored by Murray GM, Emcon, and Procore, the local team is hoping to make it big. After the Kamloops World Series on September long weekend, the focus will shift to fundraising efforts for the 2023 Hamilton World Series. “I’ll be looking for sponsors to help the team reach that goal of going to the big one in Ontario. Until then, we just love seeing fans and their support. The ones in town know who they are and the Bandits appreciate all they do to help us,” added Munro. For more information on the World Series, or other softball events, visit www. nsacanada.ca.

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The Merritt Centennials recently shared on Twitter their exhibition schedule, stating that there is only two months left until we get to see them on the ice once again. Although it may be just another regular season for other teams in the league, this upcoming 2022-2023 campaign is special for the Cents because it marks their 50th year, a milestone achievement for any franchise. The Herald sat down with Cents head coach, Curtis Toneff to discuss their past season, relationship with the community, and to learn more about their new mantra, “whatever it takes.” Q: What were your main takeaways from this past season? A: “There were two big devastations in this community, starting with the forest fires and then the floods. I came in around Christmas time and

we only had 17 players left with only so many cards to use on players. We added players that were available in the Jr. A world and just got through the season. Talking for the last few weeks with our president, Kelly, we accepted that our record was what it was but the young men in our locker room were all great people and they really put their heart and soul into playing. They were up against it, in the best conference in Canada but they never really gave up on or off the ice, we had no quitters. There may be a lot of new faces in the room this coming year but I will always respect that group of 23 players that we had to finish off this past season.” Q: Can you explain the idea behind the team’s new mantra, ‘whatever it takes’? A: “That’s a saying that we came up with because this team has been doing that for 49 years, so why not have that slogan come to life for its

50th? There’s been a lot of people behind the scenes that put in a lot of hours into making sure there is a hockey club in Merritt. It’s no secret that this team has been struggling in the last two or three seasons and we’re ready for a fresh approach to next year while keeping in mind the hard work that’s been put into having this team be here. ‘Whatever it takes,’ that slogan has something to do with the future and keeping a hockey club in Merritt. I think with a successful season, on and off the ice, we could make sure that the Merritt Centennials are here for many years to come.” Q: How could you relate ‘whatever it takes’ to the community of Merritt? A: “They’ve been doing whatever it takes for months and months now, and the aftermath of these natural disasters is still being dealt with. If the Merritt Centennials can do

anything for this community, with COVID-19 restrictions subsiding, we want to make sure we are out in the community, doing whatever it takes to help people in need, to get back on track or just to provide a fun day or to for them through events and through appearances.”

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Sights from the 2022 Bass Coast music festival Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Music was thumping and the night was lit up once again this past weekend as the 2022 Bass Coast Music Festival was celebrated in Merritt. “This weekend was incredibly successful and very very special so we are beyond happy to be here,” said Bass Coast Co-Founder, Andrea Graham. ‘Everybody that came just seemed so appreciative to be together again, to be here in Merritt, on this land again, and

also to be able to experience art and music and community because we’ve all been missing those.” 6500 festival patrons witnessed 130 musical acts, 57 incredibly designed art installations, and seven live artists create art from murals to hand crafts. For the past two years, the annual electronic music festival has been shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions. This was the festival’s 14th edition overall and its eighth appearance

in Merritt. Graham said the organization always looks to improve from year to year. “From a producer’s standpoint, we are constantly thinking about how we can improve things for next year,” she explained.

“The music was just incredible all weekend, the art installations were stunning. The goal for next year is to still grow in those areas while maintaining a capped and boutique experience.”

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She is predeceased by her her five children, Lance, Linette (Rob), Mark, Natalie (Adam), Nelson grandparents, in thirteen Spain, her father, Pedro Etchart, and Katelyn, stepparents, Ron (Danielle); and grandchildren, Austin, Justin, Cassidy, Obituaries Obituaries Fransen and FiloEva, Rodriguez. Sheyla, Taylor, Mahlia, Levi, Scarlett, Emma, Westyn, and Kacey. She was genuine, theoflargest and forgiving heart is Lynda survived by truly her sister, Judywith Porter, Indiana, andmost nieces and nephews imaginable. was Eddie). incredibly giving and generous, never hesitating to (Steve, Della,She Krissy, extend a helping hand, with kindness andJuly love,29th, to anyone be Susan was born in filled Columbus, Ohio on 1942 in toneed, the late itFrancis friends,and family complete strangers alike. She knew how light up a EdnaorHarvey. 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January 17, 2022 Randy passed away due to a lengthy battle with COPD. Just like he- dealt with all experiences 1933 2022 in life, Randy managed his illness with strength and grace. Hilda passed away peacefully on July 24th. She Hewas passed with hisa family wife Vicky his side. 88. away Hildapeacefully has left behind whobywill Randy was born in Kamloops and moved to Merritt as a teen, soon after, he forever be grateful for the strength and love she shared withhis usemployment all. began with M L Brown & Sons Logging where he worked as a THURSDA Hilda mechanic moved to until Merritt with her family in 62. 1972 and was familiar Y to , January heavy-duty he retired at the age of many for her early work as a Director with the Merritt Library Board and Randy had a love for “the bush” and enjoyed spending his spare time outdoors Obituaries laterObituaries as both Thrift Shop Convener and NVHC Auxiliary President. Most with familyshe andvolunteered friends snowmobiling, hunting, recently her time atquadding, the Baillie House.fishing and camping. He had a passion for woodworking and spent hours creating Friends are invited to join Hilda’s familycountless in celebrating her life special piecesatfor11:00 thoseam he on loved, from the grandatbarbie to rocking horses and July23rd , 2022 2343 doll Reidhouse Place. toy chests; his grandchildren have truly benefited. Their home is full of beautiful February 4 4, 1968 - January 1 1, 202 pieces that will be treasured for generations. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudde These past few years Randy spent time tinkering in his shop and making MacDougall on Jan 1 his 2022 rounds throughout the community with his best Libby atdaughters his side. He was Tamika Colin is survived by hisfriend two Employment Employment Employment MacDougall, Jimand MacDougall and referred to as “the guyhis who brother could fix anything” was always there to lend his his sister Colin isinpredecessors by his father Sandy MacDouga hand to those need. Besse and his grandmother Violet Yates Randy ismoved survived by to his wife Vicky. Children; Tammy (Chris),in Colleen Colin Merritt with his family 1973. He spe (Mark). Grandchildren; Taylor, Eric, Kira, Jordan, Chase. playing hockeyRylee, and baseball. He Macie gotand his rst motor b ten years motorcycles became passion. W Siblings; Geri, old Shirleyand (Dale), Jim (Nancy), Sister in law Gerri and manyhis nieces riding he and his friends were working on their bikes t and nephews. next ride. As a teen Colin did well in school Graduati He is predeceased by his son Todd and brothers Leslie and Gilbert. working at the Ardew sawmill. Colin was a hard worke PRIMARY (K-3) TEACHER hard days was a kind and Special thankswork. to Dr. RossHe & staff, the doctors and nurses at thegenerous Nicola Valley friend to many interests throughout his life, and The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the love Hospital and Merritt Home Care. To Daniel who was always just a his phone call for mus until the end. When Colin had an interest in something h position of Primary (K-3) Teacher. away and to all their neighbours who have gone above and beyond during these learning every detail he could, and he loved sharing h Qualifications you are appreciated. past few challenging everyone. Heyears, had a so great sense of humour and liked •byBachelor’s or family. higher qualification in education friends servicedegree byand request. No Colin fought a long hard battle withof) addiction but h • Valid BC teaching certificate required (or be in application In Lieuof of flowers, donations can be madehis to thepassing Canadian Lung Association. us left to mourn will reect on his •Those Experience integrating technology in class lessons https://www.lung.ca/ he is nally at peace. • Experience with First Nation schools anFather, asset Son, Bother • Experience in developing and implementing IEP’s Always on our minds • Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonalin skills Forever our heart • Knowledge of the BC curriculum and experience with Saxon Math, Readwell, and Reading Master are an asset • Willing to continue to gain new knowledge and skills, be flexible, positive and a team player In Loving Memory Glenys Elizabeth Whiffen • First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain • Criminal Record July yCheck 16,, 1946 - December 3,, 2021 March 2,1967 -great December 1, 2021 that It is Preference will bewith given to thosesorrow applicants who:we announce the passing of Glenys Elizabeth Whiffen. • have She knowledge of Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater Community was a loving nanny, wonderful It ismother with great sadness we announce the sudden and that very strong woman. She • have classroom teaching experience missed by her dog Benny, her ofsadly Derrick atJohn December 1, 2021 • passing have is experience thePopoff Primaryon levels grand-daughter Skyler, sister Linda and Vancouver, BC. with Derrick was born on March 2,1967 in an asset • in have experience formative assessment practices many other family and extended is family. B.C.is He professional was the 7th child born to parents George andasMarie Popoff. missed by many friends well • Ashcroft, have She additional experience and/or post-secondary courses especially her George friends Clara and Steve. A inPredeceased early childhood early and early literacy by hiseducation, father W. learning Popoff, brother Wendell, son Terrence, memorial will be held in the summer at Latisha,point and sister Martina Faith Popoff.Program • daughter have some Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special withas theshe BC Human when the roses are out loved rose Rights Tribunal) Derrick leavesher behindmulticoloured to cherish his memory, his mothergarden. Marie Popoff,In siblings lieu of flowers please make a donation (Darryl), Iris (Wally), BeatriceGlenys (Frank), andwould son Robert. Nieces and HowShirley, to apply toGail anywhere you feel have nephews Sheldon, Tracey, must Stuart,include Joshua, the Krystal, Michael, Kristoffer, Brigitte, loved. - Your application portfolio following documents: and Joseph. 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Coldwater Indian Band School Job Posting EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the position of Early Childhood Educator. Qualifications • Completion Early Childhood Education Diploma • Knowledge of Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater Community an asset • Experience with formative assessment practices is an asset • First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain • Criminal Record Check Preference will be given to those applicants who: • have knowledge of Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater • have classroom teaching experience • have experience delivering the Aboriginal Head Start Program • have Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special Program with the BC Human Rights Tribunal) • valid driver’s license • reliable form of transportation How to apply - Your application portfolio must include the following documents: • Cover Letter • Resume • Copies of valid required certification • Three references

School District No. 58 is accepting applications for a First Nations Support Worker in Merritt. The successful applicant must have the following: 1. Grade 12 plus 6 months recent post-secondary in human or social service coursework or equivalent in related field. 2. One Year of recent experience with Aboriginal students and families in an educational or recreational environment. 3. Cultural awareness of the First Nations and Aboriginal community. 4. Demonstrated effectiveness, initiative and flexibility in identifying and performing tasks in support of educational goals for Aboriginal students. 5. Demonstrated ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, teachers, Principals and other employees of the District. 6. Demonstrated ability to be a cultural resource person in First Nations cultural heritage and history with demonstrated cultural sensitivity for all Aboriginal nations. 7. Working knowledge of computers and the ability to organize and maintain record keeping systems. Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on Jobs, Support Positions, and Current Job Opportunities (Job Code 3259682) complete with cover letter and resume outlining relevant background and work experience and three (3) professional references. Please include all relevant certifications during the application process. For further information please contact Jody McGifford – Executive Assistant at 250.315.1100.

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Coupled with your strong nancial acumen, you bring balance not only to money matters, but also to the important relationships; both internal and external. To be successful in this position the Finance Manager will have relevant education, supplemented by a preferred 3-5 years of scal experience within a not-for-prot environment. Closing July 22, 2022

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Route ME20. Castillou Cres., Munro Cres. 54papers. Bench Route ME24. canford, Chapman, Coldwater, Greig, hamilton, River, Voght St. 55 papers. Central School Route ME17. Blair, Clapperton, Coldwater, Houston, May, Orme, Priest. 84 papers. Tpwards Dianmond Vale from Save On

Closing Date: On-going until this position is filled. Only Short Listed Applicants will be contacted. *Successful applicants will be subject to a vulnerable sector criminal record check.*

Thursday's Deliveries. Paid per paper. Great job for children first job. Any age ok. Can have papers delivered to your door or you can pick up at office.

Please send your application to: Principal, Coldwater School Box 4600, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 • Fax: (250) 378–9212 Email: principal@coldwaterschool.ca

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Woodlot Licence 0354 Woodlot Licence Plan Take notice that the licence holder for Woodlot Licence 0354, Lower Nicola Indian Band, is making a draft Woodlot Licence Plan (WLP) available for review and comment. The woodlot is in the Cascades Natural Resource District. The term of the plan is for ten years from 2022 to 2032. For review and comment of operations under this plan, contact John Childerley, RPF by email at the address below. By providing contact information, a copy of the draft Plan can be sent by email or mail to the interested person(s). To ensure consideration, written comments must be submitted to John Childerley, RPF at john@atlas-info.com by August 13th , 2022.

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7-1098 HOUSTON STREET

203 BASALT DR

(Logan Lake) $539,475

$89,000

Call one of our agents to see what your home is worth. 1464 COWLEY STREET $384,950

2160 ELLIS ROAD $1,140,000

Looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, but just a 30-40 minutes drive to all major amenities? Then look no further! This rancher styled home with a modern design is perfect for the busy family. 168375

Affordable family home with 2 + 3 bedrooms with a total of 1472 square feet which includes a large addition, open concept with spacious kitchen, bright Livingroom, and lots of closet space at entrance. 168553

1620 FIR ROAD

1-5972 BEECH ROAD

$689,900

$980,000

This beautiful extended half duplex home has been completely renovated, well maintained and move in ready. Nothing to do but to make this your new home! 168643

481 KANE VALLEY ROAD

$498,900

$898,000

Beautiful flat 8.72 acres located in Sunshine Valley only 15 mins from Merritt.This 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home is nestled in a private setting with a large builtin garage. 168380

2713 GRANITE PLACE

UC D E R

KEVIN DUNN

Ph: 250-525-0073 1kevindunn@ protonmail.com

This 14.15 Acres consists of a 3 bed, 2 bath beautiful country home that sits west facing with stunning views. The home is bright & open with hardwood floors. 168310

This quality built home in Country Pine Estates, offers 2 bdrms, a spacious den, 2 bathrooms with heated floors and beautiful birch hardwood floors throughout the main floor 168546

Royal y LePage g Property p y Management g For all rental inquiries, please contact

Welcome to 4 season paradise! This 1 1/2 story, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on 10 acres with endless trails & access to crown land & lakes right out your backyard. 168635

This 4 bedroom single story with a full basement in a great location won’t last long. The home is situated on a large 12,600 square foot lot so there will be plenty of room to build an additional shop or granny suite. 167015

Kevin Dunn or Crystal Chandler.

Rental Applications are available at our ofﬁce AND on our website www.merrittrealestateservices.com in the “Property Management” tab.

Phone: 250-378-1996 or Email: proplepage@gmail.com