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TECK SUPPORT

PET RESCUE

A local mine is donating to the Nicola Valley Food Bank for emergency relief victims.

A team has recently returned to Lytton to rescue dozens of animals that remained there.

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The Cents’ new head coach lays out his reasons for returning behind the bench.

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Ladies and Novice roping drop-ins are in full swing on alternating Wednesdays at the Nicola Valley Rodeo grounds. PHOTOS/PAGE 17

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MLS#162927 $198,000 Investors take note! This cute 3 bed, 1 bath mobile home located close to downtown & all amenities. It is on its own lot.

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MLS#162852 $349,000 Great retirement or 4 bed family home w/ attached garage. Alley access to detached 18’X30’ shop. Close to shopping, recreation, schools, parks for a busy family. C6 Zoning opportunities.

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MLS#162624 $379,000 Nice 3 bed, 2.5 bath townhouse in popular Sun Valley Court. This unit has had updated flooring on the main floor along with newer kitchen countertops, built-in bookshelf, hot water tank 5 years old.

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MLS#162599 $415,000 Nice family home in good Merritt location. This home has tons of potential. Two bedrooms up and one down with a partially finished basement. Owner has put in some recent upgrades.

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SOLD MLS#162869 $439,000 3+2 Lovely Family Home on a flat usable fenced lot. Large yard for children or pets, great gardening, easy vehicle access to backyard to build a shop. 24X14 covered carport, outside basement entry, 5yr old roof.

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MLS#162426

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Very nice 4-bed, 3-bath family home located in desired area of Merritt, walking distance to downtown. The home features an updated kitchen w/ lots of cabinets & counter space, large living room w/ gas f/p, a nice MB w/ 4pc ensuite, central A/C, new roof in 2015, lots of storage & bright rooms.

MLS#161615 $539,000 Good location in desirable area of Merritt, this cathedral entrance home has great street appeal, and is move-in ready w/ 3 bed up & 2 down. Oak kitchen w/ gas stove, fridge, D/W & microwave included.

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MLS#162738 $635,000 Beautiful 5 bed, 2.5 bath family home in excellent location close to downtown Merritt & all amenities. Home had many updates including windows, composite siding, high end deck flooring & new railings.

MLS#161464 $675,000 2019 LEVEL ENTRY RANCHER (approx 1300sq ft) w/ WALK OUT BASEMENT. Lovely, warm décor in this 3 bed, 2.5 bath home w/ Panoramic views from the 25’ x 10’ BBQ deck.

MLS#162471 $715,000 Fully renovated up & down duplex located in downtown Merritt. Both suites feature a nice open floor plan w/ 2 large beds, full laundry services, kitchen open to living/ dining room, and plenty of storage.

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Amazing panoramic views from the back deck of this spacious rancher w/ walk-out basement & mortgage helper w/ the legal 2, possible 3 bed suite. Investors take note: home & suite currently rented together for $2900.00 per month plus utilities.

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Grandiose: 5 bed 4 bath custom built home in 2006. Built on a desirable street makes this home perfect for your growing family. Main floor features beautiful jatoba wood flooring, 20ft ceilings in the formal dining area, Kitchen features espresso shaker style cabinets that opens to a nice quaint family room & large patio.

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SOLD MLS#160859 $1,199,000 The Ultimate Escape! Only 2.5 hrs from lower mainland. 70 pristine acres not in the ALR, 1 km south of beautiful Lytton. Stunning views from every angle, freshwater spring, & 2 water licenses.

MLS#162269 $1,200,000 LAKEFRONT PROPERTY! One of a kind on beautiful Nicola Lake known for family water sports, sailing, and fishing.

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Spectacular custom home on 20acres w/ a year-round creek! This stunning property is very private & only 12 mins from Merritt. Wrap around deck & over 2600 sqft on the main w/ vaulted ceilings, open concept dinning room, living room & kitchen w/ a gorgeous f/p.

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HELPING OUT

Teck donates to emergency relief The Nicola Valley Food Bank is one of the recipients of the effort.

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WEATHER July 15: Sunny 28°/11°C July 16: Partly Cloudy 24°/9°C July 17: Mostly Sunny 27°/10°C July 18: Sunny 30°/10°C

The Highland Valley Copper mine is pictured in this Herald file photo.

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he company that owns the Highland Valley Copper mine near Logan Lake is donating up to $75,000 to various agencies to support emergency relief efforts for communities

July 19: Mostly Sunny 31°/11°C

affected by the wildfires in Thompson-Nicola.

That total includes $50,000 in donations to the agencies providing relief services, and up to $25,000 to match donations that are being made by Teck employees.

One of the agencies being supported is the Nicola Valley Food Bank, while oth-

‘Specialized team’ rescues Lytton animals 41 animals were rescued from 27 properties in the Lytton area following the devastating wildfire.

ers include the Kamloops Food Bank and the Ashcroft and area food bank.

The United Way, Red Cross, and BC SPCA are also receiving donations.

“Our thoughts are with all those impacted by the wildfires throughout the Thompson-Nicola Region,” said Jason Sangha, General Manager, Teck Highland

Valley Copper Operations.

“We will continue to work with our partners in the region to identify opportunities where we can offer support to affected people and communities.”

In addition, Teck is engaging directly with Indigenous communities in the region to support wildfire relief efforts.

Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD) has carried out a plan to feed and/or rescue animals that were left in the Lytton area in the wake of the emergency evacuation.

The fire, which raced through the Village of Lytton in less than an hour, left many Lyttonites rushing to their vehicles to escape with no time to collect pets or move livestock.

As such, requests have been continuous for an opportunity for residents to return to the area to check on their animals and rescue them if possible.

The TNRD has responded by organizing a team to perform this task, as it is still considered too dangerous for residents of the community and neighbouring reserve lands to return home.

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July 20: Sunny 29°/9°C

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FIRE UPDATES

As BC continues to experience an intense fire season, the Merritt Herald will keep readers up to date on the ever-evolving status of wildfires in the province.

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HAIR FOR CARE A Merritt woman chopped her locks and donated a whopping 20 inches of hair and $575 to the Canadian Alopecia Areata Awareness Foundation this month.

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to meet with Mayor Brown every YOU’RE INVITED! Wednesday 10:00 to meetfrom with Mayor Brownam everyto 1:00 pm

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE All Council City Council Meetings will nowin-person be held and online with live City Meetings have resumed residents are Regular Council Meeting - June 11, 2019 stronglylinks encouraged toat watch online via www.merritt.ca streaming available www.merritt.ca and on the City of Merritt social media channels.

Public questions/ Regular Council Meeting - June-input 25, 2019 July 20 - Regular Council Meeting 6:00 PM information can be submitted prior to the Council Council Meeting 9, 2019 July 21 –Regular Committee of the Whole -|July Tourism – 6:00 PM meetings to communications@merritt.ca July 26 – Age & Accessibility Committee Meeting – 2:00 PM Regular Council Meeting - July 23, 2019 Regular Council Meeting - August 4 - 7 pm Regular Council Meeting - August 18 - 7 pm

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Wednesday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

These appointments are available in-person, but phone and In-person meetings areHall currently paused, phone in the Mayor’s Office at City (second floor), but 2185 Voghtand Street. video calls calls are are encouraged encouraged to to discuss discuss issues issues and and opportunities. opportunities. video

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Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications CASUAL LIFEGUARD/ The Community Charter provides thatfor onthe or position beforeofOctober 31st INSTRUCTOR I. in any year, Council may by bylaw, exempt eligible land and/or

PUBLIC on TUESDAY 2020 at 7:00PM improvements municipal property taxes4th, for the following year(s).

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HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 3350 Voght Street ad is on Page 9 thePM Park AUGUST 4, Music 2020 ATin7:00 IS ON PAGE 5

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of PUBLIC WORKS SEASONAL LABOURER.

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

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing Thursday |non-profit, 6:00 pmprior to Permissive property tax exemptions are provided forwill education qualifications, and proof of andwill licenses be accepted Notice isandhereby given that a required Publiceducation Hearing be held on Tuesday philanthropic, and charitable organizations.

These permissive exemp4:00 p.m. 4th, Friday,2020 July 12,in2019 August theby:Council Chambers at Merritt City Hall, 15 to the Citylocated tions are at the discretion of Council and areJuly subject of at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC Council with respect the following proposed Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager Merritt’s budgetary constraints. may to also consider permissive PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca Where?

Zoning Bylaw 2020.Merritt, municipal tax 2284, exemptions lessBCthan 100%.

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing When? and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to education Thursday | 6:00 July pm 08, 2019 by: 4:00 p.m. Monday,

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selectedPark for an interview will be Rotary Acontacted. copy ofWERE the proposed theLAST Bylaw and YOU otherDO relevant documents may be IF YOU APPROVED YEAR NOT NEED TO APPLY viewed during normal business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Thursday AGAIN THIS YEAR. Cost?

Date Posted: Monday, June 17, 2019 July 23rd to Tuesday August 4th, 2020 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt Posting Expires: Friday, July 12, 2019 Please submit your 2022-2024 applicationszero before 4:30PM, August BC, or online at www.merritt.ca 30th, 2021 to sstrang@merritt.ca. More information can be found at www.merritt.ca.

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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE WHAT: MSS GRAD WALK WHEN: June 20, 2019 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm WHERE: Merritt Senior Secondary High School to Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Packaging Codes: An Explanation

Written submission canplastics be provided by any of a the following methods: by IfPlace these items loose in your recycling cart: you notice on your a symbol with number surrounded a triangle or three arrows - this is called the resin identification code.

Don McArthur, Planning & Development Services Manager This does not mean the package can be recycled. In fact, the code is intended to identify dmcarthur@merritt.ca resin content. Visit: https://recyclebc.ca/ packaging-codes-explanation/ for Street, more info.

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Community Policing Office Reopens As of Monday, July 27th, 2020 the City of Merritt Community Policing Office (CPO) will reopen to the public. The Community Policing Office will be open by appointment only for bike registrations, crime prevention information, and program inquiries.

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6:00AM - 8:00AM and 7:00PM - 10:00PM EVEN ADDRESSES Mon/Wed/Fri ODD ADDRESSES Tues/Thurs/Sat EFFECTIVE AT NOON (PACIFIC TIME) AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS: ON WEDNESDAY,onJUNE 2021, days your 30, respective campfires, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be to 4:00 AM prohibited throughout the provincemidnight of British Columbia. *NOrescinded SPRINKLING SUNDAYS All campfire permits are until the fire ban ends Effective for the Kamloops Centre. .

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Beloved pets retrieved from Lytton

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From Page 3 a very limited window of opportunity was available in order to accomplish this,” reads a statement from the TNRD. “The conditions are such that a specialized team will be coordinating this operation,” said the statement previous to the operation.

“While we understand that residents are anxious to return to the area, it is still unsafe to do so. This animal operation will be carefully coordinated using a specialized team in order to ensure the safety of the individuals entering the area as well as the animals they are attending to.”

All in all, according to the BC SPCA, the operation was able to rescue a dozen cats, five kittens, four dogs, and 20 farm animals.

Any residents of the Village of Lytton or TNRD

that has animals in the vicinity of the Lytton Creek Fire that are in need ot attention are asked to contact the TNRD at 250-377-7188 or to email emergency@tnrd.ca as soon as possible. Please provide: - Name; - Address where the animal(s) are located; - Specific animals that require attention; - Specific instructions (e.g. feeding or rescuing); - Specifically where on the property the animals can be located.

The TNRD has also been in communication with Lytton First Nation (LFN), who are also coordinating a similar effort for their members. Residents of LFN are encouraged to contact their band office to arrange for care or rescue of their animals.

Province, feds matching donations for wildfire relief Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM

As BC faces an extreme fire season, battling nearly 1,000 fires already this year with no reprieve in sight, many people across the province have been affected by the devastation caused by out-of-control wildfires.

In order to help those affected British Columbians, the Canadian Red Cross launched a ‘British Columbia Fires Appeal’ on July 3.

The Province has now announced that it will match all donations to this appeal since July 3, up to $20 million.

“The Province continues to support evacuees through Emergency Support Services,” said BC Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Mike Farnworth.

“By matching Red Cross contributions, donations will go even further to aid community recovery and the Red Cross’ critical work on the ground.”

The federal government has also announced its intentions to match donations, meaning every $1.00 donated to Canadian Red Cross for BC wildfire relief will become $3.00.

“The Government of Canada is, and will continue to be, a strong and active partner to assist people and communities affected by the wildfires in British Columbia,” said Bill Blair, federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.

“We are committed to providing a co-ordinated federal response that is also complimentary to existing programs to the residents of Lytton and surrounding communities. We are pleased to join together with British Columbia for this donation-matching campaign encouraging Canadians to contribute with charitable donations to the Canadian Red Cross.”

Red Cross will work with the province, local authorities and First Nations leadership in order to provide urgently needed assistance to indiSee ‘RED’ Page 10 viduals and communities impacted by wildfires, including

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday July 22, 2021 5:00 pm Trinity United Church 1899 Quilchena Ave. Merritt, B.C. Everyone is welcome, refreshments will be served!

If you are interested in becoming a director for Community Futures Nicola Valley, please contact Joe Nemeth at admin@cfdcnv.com or 250-378-3923

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SKATING CAMP being held this August

We’re excited to get back on the ice and able to offer

WEEKLY SKATING CAMPS in Merritt, at the Merritt Rec Center.

CHOOSE ONE WEEK, OR PARTICIPATE IN ALL THREE This is a great way to keep the kids active but cool, and to keep their skills up going in to the season.

WEEK 1: MON., AUG 16 TO FRI., AUG 20: from 3:00pm - 5:00pm WEEK 2: MON., AUG 23 TO FR.,I AUG 27 from 8:00am - 10:45am with off ice from 10:15am - 10:45am WEEK 3: MON., AUG 30 TO FRI., SEPT 3: from 8:30am - 11:15am with off ice from 10:45am - 11:15am This summer camp will focus on training, jumps, spins, and skills.

We accept all levels from Canskate Stage 5 and up; any questions or concerns about levels can be discussed before hand.

Visit our website: www.hdcfss.ca www.hdcfss.ca, phone 250-589-6932 or email: highlanddevelopmentcamp@gmail.com for registration.

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GOVERNMENT

ALBAS: Changes at the border

Starting on July 5th, restrictions were slightly eased when crossing the border into Canada.

Unfortunately this has led to some misunDAN ALBAS derstanding in VIEW FROM certain circumTHE HILL stances.

For example, while some restrictions have been eased, the requirement for U.S. and other citizens coming to Canada for only essential reasons has not been relaxed or otherwise changed.

U.S. and other non-Canadian citizens coming to Canada for non-essential reasons will still be turned away at the border.

This means that any potential tourists coming to vacation in Canada continues to be prohibited.

So what has changed?

The most significant change is that for Canadian citizens eligible for entry, there is now a process to potentially not be subject to mandatory 14 day quarantine, including the mandatory hotel stopover for air travel where applicable.

The conditions to bypass the quarantine include proof of your vaccination, you must also provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test that has been taken within 72 hours of your entry into Canada.

Proof of vaccination can be provided online via the ArriveCANweb portal or through the ArriveCAN app that can be found on both the Google Play Store and the App Store for iPhone.

For travellers who are not fully vaccinated, there are no changes to the existing restrictions and quarantine requirements.

Now that there is a Government of Canada app to provide proof of vaccination, how do you feel about that?

I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl. gc.ca or call toll free 1-800-665-8711.

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LETTERS to the editor

Stopping the spread An act of kindness of invasive plants Editor, A very special thing happened to us on our way home. It was super hot and the air conditioner wasn’t working in the motor home.

I put a wet towel on our dog to keep him cool. We decided to stop at Merritt and see if we could get it fixed.

We got a name and phone number of a radiator shop. I phoned and explained our situation. He said come right over and we’ll fit you in. As we talked we told him we were evacuated from Deka Lake. He phoned all over for a kit but was unable to find one.

They decided to replace the whole unit. We were worried about

the cost as they had three and four fellows working on it for over two hours so we could get on our way.

After all was finished and the cold air came pouring out (to our immense pleasure). We went to pay him. He just said you’re on your way, no charge. We were both in tears and couldn’t thank him enough.

This Good Samaritan was Nicola Valley Radiators, Yves and Koren Lefebvre .

We can’t express how grateful we are.Thank you so much. Such an amazing act of kindness.

Catherine Tarasoff/Submitted

Rose and Robert Magnusson

A helping Canning hand when jars wanted needed Editor, Last week my wife and I were staying at Claybanks Rv Campground. Needing supplies, we walked to the Pharmasave Drug Store, only to discover we had foolishly left our face masks behind. In the heat of the day we were dreading the walk back. Taking a chance we approached a young lady and asked if she would enter the store and purchase masks for us. She promptly and courteously obliged our request saving us a 40 minute walking round trip. Thank you, Belinda.

Jim and Susan Elder

for the displaced Editor,

Mary Agnus is calling out for donations of canning jars to help displaced evacuees. She, along with possible volunteers at her home, will be canning “any fruit or vegetable possible.” If you have canning jars to donate, please call Mary at 250-6822907.

Mary Agnus

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Warmer weather and longer days likely means that you are heading outdoors to hike, bike, fish, and explore the back country. Did you know recreational activities can be inadvertent vectors of invasive plant spread? If you are planning on hopping in your boat, on your bike, horse, motorized vehicle, or are merely going for a hike, please follow these simple actions to prevent invasive plant spread in our beautiful outdoor areas: COME CLEAN by removing plants and mud from your footwear, gear and pets before exploring. It is important to prevent the spread of invasive species from your property to natural areas. This is particularly true if you have a garden at home or invasive plant infested pasture; seeds may be lodged in your boots or your pet’s fur. To remove plant burrs from pet fur, apply a little bit of coconut oil to the burr, pinch the burr until it breaks up, and then comb it out.

STAY on designated trails to reduce the chance of picking up seeds and mud that carry invasive plants. Staying on trails also helps keep our native plant communities and ecosystems healthy and strong, enabling them to resist invasive plants. When you go off trail, the resulting ground disturbance provides prime habitat for invasive plants, who are likely to establish, and out-compete our native plants.

DON’T PICK wildflowers. Picking wildflowers can result in two outcomes: 1. the spread of invasive species, and/or 2. the weakening native plant communities’ seed source. The best adventures are ones that leave only footprints. If you spot an eye-catching plant, take a photo.

BRING IN CLEAN RESOURCES such as weed free hay for your horses and locally sourced firewood for your camp. All firewood should be sourced from no further than 20 km to prevent the spread of invasive insects, such as emerald ash borer. This forest pest can naturally disperse about 10 km per year; but, with the help of humans it can travel 90 km per hour!

LEAVE CLEAN- remove plant and muds from your footwear, gear and pets after exploring. If you are on the water, practice Clean-Drain-Dry (https://stopaquatichitchhikers.org) to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Be sure to dispose of unwanted bait in the garbage.

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From the Herald archives: July, 1955

WORK DONE AT NICOLA LAKE OVER WEEKEND There was a good turnout of members of the Nicola Valley Rod and Gun Club on Sunday at Nicola Lake, and a good job was made of putting in cattle guards on the Nicola Lake Road to Armstrong’s Beach.

A Cat loaned by the Nicola Lake Stock Farms and driven by H. Saunders helped considerably. Two gates were eliminated on the road through the Nicola Lake Stock Farms property and cattle guards were built.

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Long-term care visits returning to BC Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM

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hose with loved ones in longterm care (LTC) and seniors’ assisted living facilities will soon see a further easing of visitation rules and restrictions.

The changes, which will come into effect on July 19, 2021, include: Visitors will no longer need to schedule or book in advance to visit loved ones, and the limit on the number of visitors for each resident will be removed.

Fully immunized visitors can visit with residents without wearing a mask.

Larger, facility-wide social events or gatherings are safe to begin again.

Indoor gatherings may include residents and staff across units of a facility, while outdoor gatherings may include family and friends.

Adult day programs and in-facility respite can fully resume, providing additional health and well-being benefits for seniors and caregivers in community.

“The pandemic has challenged

people living and working in long-term care in ways we never could have imagined, but we are now finally in a place where people can safely spend more time together again,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health.

Visitors to long-term care and assisted living facilities will continue to be screened and practices such as use of medical masks, hand sanitizing and physical distancing will still be in place.

“After an incredibly challenging 18 months, it is uplifting to see people in long-term care and assisted living get back to doing more of the things they love, like gathering with friends, family, and community members,” said Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors Services and Long-Term Care.

“As we put COVID-19 behind us, we will continue to ensure our seniors living in long-term care and assisted living are safe, supported and cared for.”

Seniors were recognized early on as particularly vulnerable to the COVID19 virus and related illnesses, and as such visitation was heavily restricted in order to protect them.

“While vital for reducing the spread of COVID-19, we recognize

the restrictions on visitors have been incredibly challenging for people in long-term care and their families,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer.

“Because nearly 80% of people in B.C. have stepped up to be vaccinated, we are now in a place where visitation in long-term care can resume in a more normal way. This means residents and their families and friends will be

able to spend more quality time together – safely.”

Those living and working in LTC and assisted living were among the first to receive both the first and second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in BC’s vaccination rollout, and all residents and workers have now been offered both doses of the vaccine.

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE

Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Application

The City of Merritt requests residents’ views in relation Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Application to the following Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence The City of Merritt requests residents’ views in relation Application to the following Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Applicant: Unity Cannabis Application Company Daniel Penny, (250) 267-9857 Applicant:Contact: Unity Cannabis daniel.penny@wlfn.ca Company Contact: Daniel Penny, (250) 267-9857 Proposed Site: 2101 Quilchena Avenue daniel.penny@wlfn.ca

Persons who consider that theyAvenue are affected in any way Proposed Site: 2101 Quilchena by this application are requested to make written Persons who in consider that areaddressed affected intoany way submissions the form of athey letter Mayor

by Council this application are requested to make written and for the City of Merritt and mailed/handsubmissions in the form of a letter delivered to: addressed to Mayor and Council for the City of Merritt and mailed/handCity of Merritt delivered to: 2185 Voght St, Box 189, Merritt BC, V1K1B8 City of Merritt The Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce 2185 Voght St, Box 189, Merritt Or emailed to: BC, V1K1B8 will be holding the 2021 AGM on glowis@merritt.ca Or emailed to: Wednesday, the 28th July from 6:00-8:00 PM. The application will be considered for a second time at glowis@merritt.ca 2021 Annual General Meeting Announcement 6pm on July 20th, 2021 at City Hall, Merritt. Written Thanks to the lifted restrictions on gatherings, applicationreceived will be considered for a on second time at The Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce will be holding the 2021 AGMThe on submissions prior to midday July 15th, the Chamber is pleased to announce that the AGM Wednesday, the 28th July from 6:00-8:00PM. 6pm July 2021 City Hall, Merritt.

Written 2021on will be20th, included inat the Agenda for the meeting. will be held at Central Park, near the gazebos. submissions received prior midday July 15th, Public input may be made into writing, inon person, or by Thanks to the lifted restrictions on gatherings, the Chamber is pleased to announce 2021 will be included in the Agenda for the meeting.

This free open to the public so please video link (please contact below) at the meeting. that theevent AGMiswill be held at Central Park, nearjoin the us gazebos.

Public input may be made in writing, in person, or by to find out more about the Chamber’s initiatives. further or clarification regarding This free event is open to the public so please join us to find out more aboutFor thevideo linkinformation, (please contact below) at the meeting.this Food and refreshments will be served.

Chamber’s initiatives. Food and refreshments will be served. notice, please contact Greg Lowis, Director of For further information, or clarification regarding this Corporate Services, City of Merritt: We look We forward to seeing you there! look forward to seeing you there! notice, pleaseglowis@merritt.ca contact Greg Lowis, Director of Corporate Services, City of Merritt: glowis@merritt.ca

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Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Application

PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, July 27, 2021 at 6:00PM Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 The Citytoof requests residents’ views inhearing relation with respect theMerritt belowCannabis proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment.

The will be Non-Medical Retail Licence Application livestreamed on the City of Merritt website (www.merritt.ca), and in-person attendance to the following Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence is permitted. Written or electronic submissions can be made by prior to July 23rd at 12 The City ofsubmissions Merrittcan requests residents’ Application noon. In-person be made at the hearing. views in relation

to the following Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence SUBJECT PROPERTY: Applicant: Unity Cannabis 3350 VOGHT STREET, BLOCK 5,Application DISTRICT LOT 181, KAMLOOPS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT, PLAN 10096 EXCEPT PLAN 14921, PID: 009-629-467 Company Contact: Daniel Penny, (250) 267-9857

Pair of Merritt men charged in separate crimes The Merritt RCMP detachment released their weekly media report for this week, involving a pair of men in different incidents. charged on June is set to appear in Jake Courtepatte 25 with Possession court in Merritt NEWSROOM@ of Credit Card on July 20.

MERRITTHERALD.COM Obtained by Crime and Theft Man Merritt Under $5000, pleads guilty man charged stemming from to theft with postwo different incisession of that were A Blaine stolen credit dents alleged to have Allan Morin card on April HELP recruitmentoccurred ad 4.33” x 5” pleaded guilty on 26, and May 12 in June 29 to one A Jamie David Merritt. The man count of Theft Koivisto was

Under $5000, after a theft that occurred in December of last year in Merritt.

The man also pleaded guilty to breaching his probation order.

He was sentenced to 14 days in jail and one year of probation.

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Applicant: Unity Cannabis daniel.penny@wlfn.ca Company Contact: Daniel Penny, (250) 267-9857 Proposed Site: 2101 Quilchena Avenue daniel.penny@wlfn.ca

Persons who consider that theyAvenue are affected in any way Proposed Site: 2101 Quilchena by this application are requested to make written Persons who in consider that areaddressed affected intoany way submissions the form of athey letter Mayor

by Council this application are requested to make written and for the City of Merritt and mailed/handsubmissions in the form of a letter delivered to: addressed to Mayor and Council for the City of Merritt and mailed/handCity of Merritt delivered to: 2185 Voght St, Box 189, Merritt BC, V1K1B8 City of Merritt 2185 Voght St, Box 189, Merritt Or emailed to: BC, V1K1B8 glowis@merritt.ca Zoning Bylaw: That the Official Zoning Map, being “A” of the City of Merritt Zoning Bylaw OrSchedule emailed to: No.The 2284,application 2020, is amended by changing the zoning designation of the parcel will be considered for a second timelegally at glowis@merritt.ca described as 3350 Voght Street, Block 5, District Lot 181, Kamloops Division Yale 6pm on10096 JulyExcept 20th, 2021 City Hall, Merritt.

Written District, Plan Plan 14921,at PID: 009-629-467 from “Medium Density The application will be considered for a second time Residential (R7)” to “Residential Modular Home (R4)” . submissions received prior to midday on July 15th,at 6pm on July City Hall, Merritt.

Written A copy of the proposed Bylaw 2021 amendment may be viewed Monday Friday 2021 will be20th, included inat the Agenda for the tomeeting.

10:00am to 12:00pm from July 15th to July 27th, 2021 at City Hall, 2185 Voght submissions received prior midday July 15th, Public may into writing, inon person, or by Street, Merritt input BC, or online atbe anymade time at www.merritt.ca 2021 will be included in the Agenda for the meeting.

Anyonevideo who wishes address the above Bylaw will be at given themeeting. opportunity by linkto(please contact below) the Public input may be made inonwriting, person, orproposed by in-person, written or electronic submissions all matters in contained in the Bylaw amendment. Written or electronic submissions must be received NO LATER Forvideo further information, or clarification regarding this link (please contact below) at the THAN 12:00PM FRIDAY JULY 23rd, to ensure their availability tomeeting.

Council at the Public Hearing. notice, please contact Greg Lowis, Director of For further information, regarding this In-person submission can be made at or the clarification hearing Council Chambers, 2185 Voght Corporate Services, Cityinof Merritt: Street, Tuesday, July 27th at 6:00 pm. notice, pleaseglowis@merritt.ca contact Greg Lowis, Director of Written submission can be provided by any ofCity the following methods: Corporate Services, of Merritt: Email: publichearings@merritt.ca glowis@merritt.ca In Person: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Monday to Friday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm July 15th to July 23rd Mail: PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8

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Subject Line: For Inclusion in Public Hearing Agenda Attn: Greg Lowis, Director of Corporate Services Electronic submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Submit your opinions in plain text, or Word or PDF document at https:// merritthearings.solutionmunicipal.ca/ Submit an audio or video recording on USB stick at City Hall, from , Monday to Friday from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm July 15th to July 23rd; or Upload to a public video or audio sharing site and email the link for that submission to publichearings@merritt. ca or supply the link using the form at https://merritthearings.solutionmunicipal.ca/ No letter, video, report, or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8634 or glowis@merritt. ca This Notice is published in accordance with Section 466 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the first of two consecutive Public Notices.

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Red Cross work critical Merritt cop riding for kids during wildfire season From Page 5 the people of Lytton who saw their town razed by an aggressive, quick moving fire on June 30.

“We know people in B.C. and across the country are concerned for those affected by the many current wildfires in our province and the threat of more, and want to find a way to help communities recover,” said Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development.

“Donating to the Red Cross is a great way to help. Our government is doing everything we can to support firefighters and emergency responders and keep people and communities as safe as possible. The Red Cross provides critical help in emergency situations like this, and it’s important that we support that work.”

In order for a donation to be matched by the Provincial and Federal governments, it must be made directly to the British Columbia Fires Appeal fund. This can be done in person at BC Liquor Stores and BC Cannabis Stores, as well as online at: https:// donate.redcross.ca/page/85877/donate By calling 1-800-418-1111 toll free, texting FIRES to 45678 or by contacting a local Canadian Red Cross office.

“This is an incredibly challenging time for individuals and families facing tremendous loss in the Lytton area, as well as communities across the province that are facing the possibility of devastating wildfire impacts this summer,” said Pat Quealey, vicepresident, B.C. and Yukon, Canadian Red Cross.

“The B.C. government’s announcement to match donations is very welcome news.

We are grateful for this partnership, as well as the generosity of British Columbians and all Canadians whose donations will allow Red Cross to bring relief to people in B.C. who need urgent help and long-term support in their recovery.”

The provincial government will continue to match donations until Dec. 31, 2021.

Morgan Hampton RCMP officers and perREPORTER@MERRITTHERALD. sonnel from the South East District. The foundaCOM tion raises money to support children in medical Cst. Jon Puterbough of the Merritt RCMP detach- crisis in the communities ment will be taking part in served by the South East District RCMP. the annual Cops for Kids Although the bike ride ride in September of this takes place in Sept., the year.

Cops for Kids is a char- fundraising continues all itable foundation launched year. On Saturday, June 26, the Merritt detachin 2001 and made up of

ment held a yard sale with all proceeds going towards children in need and their families.

“The last three or four years, to raise a bit of money we’ve had a yard sale out in front of the detachment in Central Park,” said Puterbough.

“We just ask for people

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Grads get special gifts

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Barbara Basil, a member of the Lower Nicola Indian Band and an employee of the LNIB school, has been adding a personal touch to the graduation gifts presented to the grade seven students by sewing blanket bags for each of them.

After completing the seventh grade, LNIB students must leave the school and begin attending Merritt Secondary School. To commemorate this important moment in their education, LNIB holds a graduation ceremony for the students, during which they are presented with a blanket.

“We used to just put them in gift bags, store bought ones, but because of COVID last year we went looking and we couldn’t find any that said graduation,” said Basil.

“So, I decided to sew the bags for them.”

Last year, Basil made twelve bags. This year there were 17 students who received a fabric bag sewn just for them.

“They (the students) just love them,” Basil said.

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“I believe the sewn bags give the blanket gifts a more personal touch.”

Sewing is a hobby for Basil, something she has been doing for many years. She enjoys sewing the blanket bags and hopes that the students will cherish their gift all their lives.

When selecting the fabric, Basil tries to choose patterns that reflect the indigenous heritage and influence of the school, which is located on LNIB reserve lands and has many indigenous students.

Gifting someone a blanket is a way of honouring someone and showing them respect.

Usually, the blankets are wrapped around the students’ shoulders, but due to COVID they are left sealed in their original packaging.

“It’s an honour, when we’re honouring somebody, we give them a blanket,” Basil explained.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS The Nicola Valley Rodeo Association will soon see extensive electrical upgrades at the Rodeo and Exhibition Grounds as an application for a government grant has now been approved.

The NVRA is now moving forward with the planned project on the 22-acre property it owns jointly with the Nicola Valley Fall Fair Association.

“The grant has come through the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP) which was initiated by the federal government last summer when the impact of COVID-19 on local economies became apparent,” reads a statement from NVRA. “(It) is being administered by the Provincial Government under the Community Economic Resilience stream.”

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The grant will provide up to $440,000 to complete the electrical upgrade, which will provide a higher level of service, safety, and efficiency.

Planned upgrades include new lighting and updating the sound system, as well as RV park and camping site improvements and related works.

Also a priority is the installation of further security cameras and security systems to combat and reduce the recurring breakins, vandalism and theft that have dramatically increased in recent years.

“The goal is to make the rodeo grounds a first-class rodeo facility capable of hosting major events and, as well, to expand and encourage the use of the property for other community events.”

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Body Art: Living Art of Tattoo & Body Adornment runs until Aug. 1, and showcases the many ways that people use their bodies as a canvas for art with tattoos, hair and makeup, body painting, henna and more.

Body art is perhaps the most personal form of expression, and may range in meaning from quick and fun, to complex and deeply meaningful.

“It’s a ritual and it shows the development and journey through a person’s life,” said Arts

Gallery Director Jano Howarth.

“It shows up in cultures all over the world, for all different reasons.”

Howarth credits Arts Council President, Mischelle Pierce, with coming up with the idea, which will provide a lead-in for the Art of Clothing exhibit later this year.

In the spirit of pursuing art, Howarth even took the plunge and got her first tattoos in the lead up to the Body Art show, working with Sin on Skin Tattoos artist Brian Wheeler.

“I’m now tatted up, for art,” Howarth joked, noting that more and more people are choosing to ‘art up’ their bodies.

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Donations needed for kids charity

Puterbough will be making the trek. Puterbough feels that this is a way to give back, something he began to consider after facing health issues with one of his youngest children, who was born premature.

“That kind of got me interested and thinking about, what are some of the things that other families have gone through?” said Puterbough.

“Because we were quite fortunate ourselves to have lots of support through that, but other families are not quite as fortunate. So, it got me thinking about what other people have to go through, and Cops for Kids is a great charity that helps kids and families that are having to go to BC Children’s to get treatment for, say, cancer or something, or they need specialized equipment that they can’t afford,” continued Puterbough.

“It can be a real financial burden on families if one parent has to give up a job to be with the child full time for maybe weeks or months on end in Vancouver. So, that’s why I got interested in the ride, and now since being involved in it, it’s just such a great charity.

Really positive people, completely volunteer driven.”

For those who wish to support Cops for Kids, donations can be made directly to the foundation via the Cops for Kids website, or supporters are welcome to find Cst. Puterbough’s name on the webpage under ‘The Riders’ and make a donation to his fundraising page, which fosters good natured competition between riders to see who can raise the most funds for the charity.

“Financially is the best way to help,” said Puterbough.

“There’s more and more families that need it, especially after this past year.”

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to donate items to us and we have a yard sale with these donated items. We usually raise about $1,000, and on Saturday we raised $1,300.”

100% of the money brought in from this yard sale, which was held under a recordbreaking heat wave, was then given to Cops for Kids.

“It’s all money we can put right directly towards the kids because everything was donated, so we had no expenses,” said Puterbough.

“It all goes right to Cops for Kids.”

In addition to individual fundraising for the organization, Cops for Kids hosts an annual bike ride during which RCMP members endure a gruelling, 1,000 km ride which follows an extensive loop through southeastern BC. “The ride is their signature, fundraising event,” said Puterbough.

“They start in Kelowna on Sept. 10 this year, and we cycle down to Osoyoos, over to Grand Forks, Nelson, Cranbrook, up to Golden and then kind of do a big loop through Kamloops back to Kelowna.”

The route takes ten days to cover, with plenty of community interaction along the way. to our donors for making it possible to bring back our printed edition of the “We stop in all the communities we pass through and visit kids newspaper. We would not have been able to do it without you. and families that we’ve helped and raise money,” said Puterbough.

“It’s a fun event and it gets a lot of positive media attention and raises lots of money.”

In years past, other officers from Merritt, such as Cpl. Derrick Francis, have taken part in the event, but for 2021 only Cst.

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Jake Courtepatte NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD. COM A firefighter based out of Merritt has landed in hospital after battling the Sparks Lake wildfire near Kamloops.

According to a GoFundMe page, Dylan Bullock suffered burns to his chest, neck, arm, and face during a fire accident on July 7.

The page adds that Bullock has been fighting fires for the

last ten years.

With over $33,000 raised as of July 14, it is now asked that those that would like to donate to the cause donate directly to the people of Lytton, where Bullock was stationed for many years, and where many of his previous fire crew coworkers, The Rattlers, lost their homes.

As it stands, the family is holding off speaking to media as they wish to maintain their privacy during this time.

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Roping at the rodeo grounds

The 2021 season at the Nicola Valley Rodeo grounds is in full swing, with a full calendar of events, including the drop-in Ladies and Novice roping.

Women from around the Nicola Valley come out every other Wednesday to throw a loop and improve their roping skills.

This fun, no pressure event runs from 5:30p.m. to 8:00p.m. and costs just $20 per drop-in.

Participants must have a Horse Council BC Membership and sign a liability waiver.

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New Cents head coach itching to get back in saddle Marty Hastings KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK Dave Chyzowski has hockey in his DNA. The Merritt Centennials are about to find out if coaching is in his genetics.

“I’ve talked to all the kids who were on the team [last season],” said Chyzowski, who was hired last month as head coach and GM of the junior A club. “It wasn’t fun going to the rink. I’ve been on teams like that.

“My biggest goal is to get them to love playing hockey again.”

Chyzowski, who turned 50 on Sunday, was the second overall pick in the 1989 NHL Draft, thanks in large part to a 104-point season with the Kamloops Blazers in 1988-1989.

He helped Canada to gold at the 1990 World Junior Hockey Championship and enjoyed an 18-year pro career that included 128 NHL games and stints in

Europe.

In 2006, Chyzowski’s hockey career changed form when he joined the Blazers’ marketing team.

“As a hockey player, you miss a lot of stuff with your kids growing up,” Chyzowski said. “I didn’t get to watch my kids play hockey and do the first things — walk and school plays, like normal parents do.

“When I got to watch him [oldest son Nick] play for the Blazers for five years, I loved it. It was almost like I got to make up for lost time. When he left, I had this empty feeling coming into the rink every day and not being able to see him.

“As goofy as it sounds, it was really hard and I felt like I was missing out on giving kids a chance to learn something based on all my experience playing hockey and having different coaches.”

Chyzowski had stops with

Delta Hockey Academy, as head coach of the under-18 girls’ prep team, and with the Vancouver Giants, as an assistant coach with the WHL team.

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“Unfortunately, everything came to a shut down when this rancid pandemic came and brought everything to a halt,” Chyzowski said.

He kept his wheels rolling by joining Kamloops Ford Lincoln in

a sales position, but the coaching bug itched away and Chyzowski jumped at the opportunity to apply for the opening in Merritt.

“I’m a big believer in how you can push different buttons,” Chyzowski said. “Some kids need a pat on the back and some kids need a kick in the ass.

“I have a pretty good ability to be able to notice what’s needed at certain times.”

The Centennials could use spurring.

Merritt won three of 20 games to place last in the B.C. Hockey League in 2020-2021, a pod season that was ravaged by COVID19 complications and saw the Centennials play all of their games in Chilliwack.

Chyzowski succeeds head coach/GM Derek Sweet-Coulter, whose contract was not renewed after the pod season.

“There will be [roster] changes and not to anybody’s wrongdoings,” said Chyzowski, who is

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navigating a learning curve on the management side.

“My biggest thing is they were a young hockey club last year. I really want to bring in a mixture of some heavy defencemen that are hard to play against and give the young, smaller forwards the ability and courage to play to their potential — and I want to make sure our rink is the hardest building to play in in the league.”

Chyzowski was asked about his coaching goals.

“I’m not looking at anything long-term other than trying to help Merritt build back up and be a professional, classy, wellrespected organization again,” Chyzowski said.

“I don’t have any aspirations right now of going to coach at different levels. Maybe that will happen one day. I don’t know. But I love the idea of helping kids develop and achieve goals scholastically and from an athletic standpoint.

“It’s like watching your own

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Wait4itFILMS and thewaitCREATIVEco are joint projects owned and operated by Brent Gill, who excels in creating unique photo and video content for both personal and commercial use. “wait4itFILMS is a Nicola Valleybased production company specializing in web and social media video commercials, photo imagery and stories,” Gill explained.

“I operate province-wide and specialize in tourism and adventure, retail and guest experiences, as well as product and services showcasing; helping people and their companies promote their stories and services across the internet and social media platforms.”

In today’s fast paced world, where people rely

more and more on the world wide web to connect them with companies, products and experiences, having professional and attractive content is of the utmost importance, whether you’re a small fish or a mighty shark.

Gill brings more than two decades of experience to the table and can help create just what you need via small- and largescale video shoots and productions, using aerial drone photography or videography as well as logo and graphic ad design, social media management and content production.

“Videography and photography have been my passion for over 25 years,” said Gill, who traces his current success to the creation of his YouTube page,

now active for over a decade.

“Being able to combine these passions with the love for outdoors and fly fishing enabled the successful ‘wait4itFILMS YouTube page around twelve years ago.

Handling numerous social media accounts and producing content for my customers continuously built further relations within the industry. I now produce content for many companies in the tourism and adventure industry.”

Tourism and adventure doesn’t just factor into Gill’s life via his creative companies; his ‘day-job’ is working for Douglas Lake Ranch, taking charge of the tourism portion of their business.

“My work with wait4itFILMS and thewaitCREATIVEco is actually my second job, I am also the recreation manager for the Douglas Lake Ranch,” said Gill.

“As the recreation manager, I oversee all of the sales and marketing, as well as the operations for The Quilchena

Resort Area, Salmon Lake Resort, Stoney and Minnie Lodges, as well as all of the remote camping and fishing locations.”

Douglas Lake Ranch is a sprawling ranch of more than one million acres both deeded and under grazing license which contains ranch outposts throughout the BC Interior.

The Ranch has been in operation since 1872, when John Douglas Sr. homesteaded 320 acres along the shores of Douglas Lake, roughly 50km northeast of Merritt.

His role as recreation manager is also a passion project for Gill, who has been a lifelong fishing enthusiast and outdoorsman.

“I really enjoy fly fishing and camping, and getting out on a boat as much as I can,” said Gill, who has come to the right place, considering Merritt’s tourism slogan was once ‘a Lake a Day for as Long as you Stay!’

“I grew up in the Fraser Valley and have been in the sport fishing and tourism industry since 1999. I guided and

managed sport fishing lodges on the central coast and Haida Gwaii, which eventually brought me back in 2012 to the Interior, where we spent all of our summers as kids growing up.”

In his downtime, Gill continues to improve his photography and videography skills. The only thing that seems to remain the same in tech, is that nothing remains the same, with new innovations coming so quickly it can be hard to keep track.

“I am always researching new and better equipment and techniques for videography and photography, therefore studying this practice is just as important as creating the content,” said Gill.

One of his more recent projects has become his favourite, a 23-minute video uploaded to his YouTube channel five months ago featuring fly fishing in British Columbia’s Cariboo region.

“My favourite project to date is viewable on YouTube and is called ‘Still’, a

five-day, four lake excursion with four of the top fly anglers of BC,” said Gill.

“It’s been watched 11,000 times already as a full-length feature.”

Which isn’t to say that Gill won’t have a new favourite in the years to come, as he continues to create.

“I enjoy the challenge of ‘getting the shot,” Gill said.

“Many times, it’s waiting for the perfect lighting. Planning out scenes or shoots in advance and

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10:00 24 Hours Hours ACarlson, Day 24 Day His Step-father Eric Lovett, Paternal Grandparents – Alma & EdA Wednesday: 1:00 1:00 p.m. p.m. -- 6:00 6:00 p.m p.m Maternal Grandparents Leon Sr. & Sheila Montreuil, Step-Grandfather Maurice Wednesday: let me sow love; Jalbert, Uncles Leon Jr. & Carl Montreuil and Aunt Donna Padley, predeceased merrittherald.com • merrittherald.com www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com Trevor.

Where there is injury, pardon; 2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC Trevor was born and raised in Merritt and attended both Elementary and June 24, 1953 – July 3, 2021 Secondary Schools here. He was a professional truck driver by trade working or 1-800-668-3379 Where there is doubt, faith; in the oil patch of Alberta and driving B-Trains throughout B.C. and Alberta.

Clifford Croaker passed away peacefully on July 3, 2021 at Kelowna General Trevor could be counted upon to always have great stories to tell about all the Hospital surrounded by family. Where there is despair, hope; dreadful drivers he would encounter on his many travels and adventures. He was He has resided in Merritt since 1971 where he spent 14 years working at Home recently sidelined from the job that he loved by a devastating spinal cord injury ERRITT ISTRICT OSPICE Hardware serving the people of Merritt. that he was slowly recovering from.

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Do not go gentle into that good night, Merritt Old age should burn and rave at close of day;HOSPICE MERRITT & DISTRICT Funeral Chapel S OCIETY Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

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Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. -not 6:00 p.m www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright 2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC www.merritthospice.org frail deeds mightP:have danced in aEmail: green bay, 250-378-2141Their or 1-800-668-3379 merritthospice@shaw.ca 250-280-1701 Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way, Do not go gentle into that good night.

Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay, Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

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&D H Where there is darkness, light; He SOCIETY was called “INCH” by all his friends.

Clifford enjoyed fishing and hunting with his father. is sadness, joy.

Where there He loved his Toyota Supra which he had purchased from his brother Wayne.

Clifford is survived by his son Brian, brothers Irvin, Lambert and George, sisters Lucella, Rosemarie and Roberta.

Children grieve too. Remember, like adults, each child reacts differently to loss. Sharing Grant that IBY may not so much There will be NO SERVICE REQUEST. your grief with your child is one way to help Seek to be consoled, as to console; them learn about grief.

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Nlaka’pamux Health Services Society

2088 Quilchena Ave P.O. Box 1624 Merritt BC, V1K 1B8 Telephone: (250)378.9772 Fax: (250) 315.0283 Email: mhreception@nlxfn.com

Lower Nicola Indian Band - HELP WANTED

Child & Youth Mental Health Counsellor - Nlaka’pamux Nation Objective: As part of the Nlaka’pamux Mental Health Team, the Child & Youth Mental Health Counsellor is responsible for providing confidential mental health and addiction counselling, education and support to individuals and families within the Nlaka’pamux Nation. This position operates from a holistic and trauma-informed perspective, is sensitive to the Nlaka’pamux tradition and culture, and provides services required to assist community members in attaining and maintaining the highest level of wellness possible. Salary to commensurate with experience; benefit package offered.

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Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other Human Services related field. Preference will be given to applicants with a master’s degree in Clinical Counselling, Psychology or Human Services field from an accredited university and registered with a professional licensing body.

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2 years (recent) direct counselling experience; experience in community development, family support work, group facilitation and/or advocacy is an asset.

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Proficient knowledge of, and demonstrated working experience in, the comprehensive issues relating to colonization, intergenerational and residential school trauma, substance and process addictions, mental health issues, concurrent disorders, grief/loss, suicide ideation/ intent, family violence and FN specific issues.

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Cover Letter: outlining your understanding of the position and how your education/experience would contribute to the success of the position, the organization and to the communities served.

This is a demographic-specific posting where preference will be given to qualified First Nation applicants.

Lands Management Advisory Committee Vacancy Term: 4 years Department: Lands Hours: Evening hours required Summary of responsibilities We are looking for dedicated and engaged LMAC Committee members who can bring different skill sets to the new land management regime at Lower Nicola Indian Band, such as interpreting and understanding survey work; dispute resolution; land use planning; environmental protection; policy and law development; nancial literacy; research and writing; and/or community engagement.

Qualications: • Any LNIB Member, whether resident on or off LNIB Land, 18 years or older; • Cannot be convicted of an offence that was prosecuted by way of indictment except for a conviction for an offense where the person was involved in the support or defense of an aboriginal right or title; • Cannot have any undischarged bankrupt or owe money to LNIB; and • Cannot be convicted of a corrupt practice in connection with an election, including but not limited to, accepting a bribe, dishonesty or wrongful conduct.

• Obtain Criminal Record Check Deadline to apply: August 6, 2021 To Apply. Go to: https://secure.collage.co/jobs/lnib/11753 or E-mail: hr@lnib.net Interested members, please submit a resume and cover letter that highlight your relevant lands knowledge and experience including three references.

As per section 33.4 of the LNIB Land Code, members of the Lands Management Advisory Committee shall be appointed by Council so as to ensure a broad representation of the LNIB membership.

Thanks to all who apply.

Apply by Mail or email to: Nlaka’pamux Health Services Society Tamara George, Executive Director Box 1624, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Email: George.t@nlxfn.com Application Deadline: Until position is filled

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VICTIM SERVICES CASE WORKER (FULL TIME 35 HRS/WEEK) Nicola Valley Women In Action has an opening for a full time Victim Service Caseworker with Merritt RCMP Police-Based Victim Services.

The successful candidate should have post-secondary education in social work, criminal justice or a related field OR a minimum of one (1) years’ experience working with victims of crime or trauma; an extensive knowledge of victim issues, social services and community resources; as well as a sound understanding of the criminal justice system. Must achieve and maintain RCMP Reliability Security Clearance; possess a valid BC driver’s license, and have access to their own vehicle for business use.

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Job Summary: Reporting to the Home Care Nurse, The Lower Nicola Indian Band is looking for an experienced foot care provider who is dedicated to providing quality foot care.

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Required Qualifications: • Care includes clipping nails, treating corns, calluses, ingrown nails and thickened nails; • Clients include the individuals who have been assessed by our home care nurse • Suggest and implement preventative care plans • Complete accurate documentation concerning client condition • All safety rules and safe work procedures are adhered to at all times • Communicate with the home care nurse any changes or concerns • Adhere to the policies to ensure client/family privacy and condentiality • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, compassion, caring • Demonstrated ability to develop rapport, trust, and ethical relationships with clients/families, client care providers and other health care professionals and providers • Have tools sanitized and set up in a professional manner • Reliable, with good time management skills

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Required Education, Skills and Qualifications Qualifications • Advanced Foot Care Certication • Liability Insurance • Valid First Aid Certicate • Knowledge of conditions affecting foot health, including diabetes • Class 5 drivers license; Must have own vehicle • Recent Criminal Record Check or willingness to provide Posting will remain open until lled For a Full Job Description and to Apply Go to https://secure.collage.co/jobs/ lnib/23819 or email: HR@LNIB.net

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