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FIRE CREW

LYTTON FIRE

HELPING HAND

A prominent member of the Merritt firefighting crew has a new position within the service.

The Mayor of Lytton gives an update on the ever-fluid situation after a fire razed most of the town.

Merritt’s Sikh community has given plenty of support to the displaced Lyttonites.

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STEPPING UP In the wake of a historic wildfire season, Merrittonians have been helping out the Thompson-Nicola Regional District in droves. Pictured is donations at the Elks Lodge. MORE/PAGE 8

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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.

MLS#162243 $424,000 Investment Opportunity in Merritt! Quality built family home. 2 + 2 bedrooms. Generous amount of cabinets in a bright white kitchen.

MLS#162343 $435,000 Beautiful 11-acre property within 5 minutes from Merritt & 2.5 hours from Vancouver. Build your dream home on this property that offers stunning views of the valley.

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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.

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Very nice 4-bed, 3-bath family home located on a double lot in a great location, w/ an inground pool & private yard. The home features vaulted ceilings in the living room, open to the family room, kitchen w/ lots of cabinets, eating island & dining room & lots of bright windows.

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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NEW POSITION

Promotion within Merritt Fire Rescue Service Krista Minar has been with the Merritt crew since 2017.

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n BC, local governments lead the initial response to emergencies and disasters in their communities. Planning and preparing for efficient and effective response to emergencies is key in mitigating disaster.

The City of Merritt recently hired Krista Minar as the new Emergency Management Coordinator.

This role requires extensive knowledge, training, and experience in first response, emergency management, and fire safety.

Krista Minar joined the Merritt Fire Rescue Service as a paid-

on-call firefighter in 2017. Her firefighting and emergency services career path began in Jasper, Alberta, where she was a volunteer firefighter. In Merritt, Krista was previously contracted as the Firesmart Coordinator and most recently employed as the Fire Life Safety Educator, providing public education about fire safety.

As the Emergency Management Coordinator, Krista will work to update existing emergency response plans, policies and procedures and ensure that the City has the capacity to respond through enhanced training and technical resources. Fire

TNRD provides update on Lytton

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WEATHER July 8: Showers 27°/12°C July 9: Sunny 30°/13°C July 10: Sunny 27°/11°C July 11: Sunny 29°/12°C July 12: Sunny 30°/11°C education and Firesmart programming will continue to be part of Krista’s responsibilities.

The City received two grants from the Province

of BC through the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund this year.

The Emergency Management Coordinator will oversee the completion of the

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District held a meeting on July 3 providing an update on the situation in Lytton.

Jake Courtepatte NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM MLA Jackie Tegart, board members of the TNRD, and representatives from the village of Lytton all spoke about

work proposed in each of these grants. The Evacuation Route Planning project will define evacuation routes and modes of transportation for all areas of the City.

The Emergency Support Services project will improve efficiency and capacity through increased digitization and practical technical training for ESS volunteers.

the current situation that has seen most of Lytton burnt to the ground from a recent wildfire.

Chair of the Board Ken Gillis said that they are closely monitoring the situation.

“This is a very, very trying time,” said MLA Tegart. “I’ve been absolutely amazed at the resilience of the community (of Lytton), of those who are working on the fire, and those that are out there supporting the community.”

Tegart said she has been in touch with Premier John Horgan on the topic on a few occasions, regarding what can be done to See ‘WE’ Page 5 move forward.

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ANIMAL RESCUE The TNRD has announced that a ’specialized team’ will be returning to fire-ravaged Lytton to care for and/or rescue animals that were left behind.

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COPS 4 KIDS Cst. Jon Puterbough will be taking part in the Cops for Kids charity bicycle ride this Sept., and he asks Merrittonians to assist him in his fundraising efforts.

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City of Merritt

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE When?

City Meetings have resumed residents are All Council City Council Meetings will nowin-person be held and online with live Regular Council Meeting June 11, 2019 strongly encouraged to watch online via www.merritt.ca streaming links available at www.merritt.ca and Thursday on the City|

of Merritt social media channels.

Public questions/ July 20 - Regular Council Meeting 6:00 PM Regular Council Meeting - June-input 25, 2019 information can be submitted prior to the Council July 15 Regular Council Meeting - July 9, 2019 meetings to communications@merritt.ca Regular Council Meeting - July 23, 2019 Regular Council Meeting - August 4 - 7 Where? pm Regular Council Meeting - August 18 - 7 Rotary pm

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY When?

PUBLIC NOTICE

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Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of CASUAL LIFEGUARD/ INSTRUCTOR I. Thursday |zero 6:00 pm

PUBLIC TUESDAY 4th, For complete HEARING details, visit Cityon of Merritt website atAugust www.merritt.ca

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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

in Council the Mayor’s Office at floor), 2185 VoghtStreet Street In Chambers atCity CityHall Hall (second (First Floor), 2185 Voght

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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PLEASEMusic NOTE AinNOTICE OF PUBLIC the Park secure y EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY HEARING SCHEDULED FOR Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of PUBLIC WORKS SEASONAL When?

AUGUST 4, 2020 AT 7:00 PM IS ON PAGE 5 LABOURER. Thursday | 6:00 pm For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca July 15

By reserva6on ONLY

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing educationisand qualifications, andthat proof of and licenses be accepted prior to Notice hereby given a required Publiceducation Hearing will be will held on Tuesday Where?

4:00 p.m.

Friday, July 12, 2019 by: August 4th, 2020 in the Council Chambers at Merritt City Hall, located Rotary Park at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 21852284, Voght Street, Zoning Bylaw 2020.Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

By reserva6on ONLY Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing Where? and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will Callbe315.1050 education accepted Call 315.1050 totoprior to 4:00 p.m.Park Monday, July 08, 2019 by: Rotary secure your spot!

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be Acontacted. copy of the proposed the Bylaw and other relevant zero documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Thursday 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 BC, or online at www.merritt.ca

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

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

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Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be given the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, WHAT: Summer Nights Market or by written submission, onMerritt all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw.

WHEN: every Friday June 28th to August 30th 5:00pm to 10:00pm If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be WHERE: 2000-2100 Block Quilchena Avenue received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, JULY 30th, 2020, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.

Cost?Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager secure your spot!

Carole POzero Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

Date Posted: Friday, June 21, 2019 Posting Expires: Monday, July 08, 2019

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

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Don McArthur, Planning & Development Services Manager Public Notice for Non-Medial Cannabis Retail Licence dmcarthur@merritt.ca Application ad is on Page 12 and Fire Safety ad is on Page 11 PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8

All submissions must include your name and street address. No letter,

SAFETY SIGNS report or representation from the public will be received by Council after

the conclusion of BCAA, the Public Hearing.

All written submissions are public Through a partnership with Block Watch BC, information pursuant to Policing the Freedom of Information and Protection and the City of Merritt Community Office, community safetyAct. signs For are available at our local of Privacy more information, please contact the Planning & Community Policing Office.

TheseManager signs are meant Development Services at 250-378-8620 or at dmcarthur@merritt. to be placed on lawns and can draw attention to ca the possibility of kids playing in the area. If you are interested in having a sign for your property, please contact the CPO at 250-378-3955 or email cpo@ merritt.ca.

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WHAT: MSS GRAD CAR PARADE WHEN: June 21, 2019 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm WHERE: Merritt Rotary Park (2000 Block of Voght Street) to Merritt Civic Centre (1950 Mamette Avenue) NOTE: Parking will be reserved at Rotary Park and the Church from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on June 22, 2019

WATERING RESTRICTIONS

6:00AM - 8:00AM and 7:00PM - 10:00PM

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.

Tourism Merritt

ToConnect book an appointment phone thewebsite 250-378-3955 or email with us on our new tourism and social media.cpo@merritt.ca. www.tourismmerritt.com • #ExploreMerritt For more information on the CPO programs and services please visit www.merritt.ca/community-policing

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

“We are here for you,” says Lytton rep

PLEASE RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER.

From Page 3 Wildfires in the TNRD region have been moving at what Gillis called an “unprecedented pace.”

As of July 6, there were four fires of note with evacuation alerts or orders in the Thompson-Nicola region.

As for those looking to return to Lytton, a representative for the village who was involved in the meeting said “For those of you looking to go back, please don’t.

“It is incredibly dangerous there right now. There are areas

that are quite toxic and we need to keep you out of there and safe. You have already gone through a tremendous trauma and we don’t want you going back in there and getting hurt.”

“At this point, our information is quite limited,” she said, adding that the situation is very fluid. “We are looking to locate all of you, so please register so we can find you and get you in contact with family and friends.

If you leave the area you are in, please re-register.”

It is asked that any displaced residents register at www.ess.gov. bc.ca.

“This is very, very important.

If we can’t find you, we don’t know if you are safe.”

The Lytton rep added that the village will be rebuilt, at some point.

“Don’t worry, you are not forgotten. We know you’re there.

We are here for you.”

If you need to locate someone, please call the Red Cross line at 1-800-863-6582.

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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TEGART: Community leaders invaluable in fire efforts

It is difficult to describe the events that have unfolded over the past few weeks. Forest fires continue to rage across British JACKIE TEGART Columbia, threatening many VIEW FROM of our rural LEGISLATURE communities, with many more expected throughout the season. We have already seen the horrendous impacts these fires can have on our communities. I am truly at a loss for words over the devastation wreaked on our beautiful town of Lytton, as well as the tragic loss of life.

People across the province are heartbroken for residents of Lytton who have lost everything.

I have spent the past few weeks traveling around the region and amidst the feelings of loss and grief, I was also met with an incredible feeling of hope when I saw how British Columbians have come together to support those in need. The incredible work of our firefighters, emergency responders, local officials and our many volunteers cannot be understated.

Many of our local farmers who have been working the land for generations have offered invaluable insight for our recovery and will be an essential voice at the table for future forest fire prevention. Our region is also blessed to be home to many knowledgeable First Nations communities. Their local wisdom and guidance have been critical for our local efforts. In our time of need, it is their tireless advocacy and actions that are keeping us safe and readying us for the difficult recovery process.

As your MLA, I will continue to engage with local leaders across the region to hear their concerns and ensure the province offers Lytton and all rural communities the support they need to stay protected and make a full recovery.

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OPINION

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LETTERS to the editor

A letter from the mayor of Lytton Editor, Thank you all for your patience while we have sorted through incoming information and confirmed facts about the state of our Village. In the days ahead, we will be releasing information to residents and the media on a more regular basis as we are able and new facts come to light.

This is what we can tell you. Village staff were alerted when someone banged on the office windows after hours. Staff immediately contacted the Mayor, Jan Polderman, and the Lytton Volunteer Fire Department Fire Hall and found our firefighters were already battling fires.

The Mayor quickly reached out to several contacts to attempt to confirm the severity of the fire. He also called 911 and was informed that the local RCMP were already evacuating residents on Fraser Street. The Mayor immediately contacted the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (“TNRD”) to let them know that he was ordering a full evacuation.

Due to drought conditions for several months, everything was extremely dry and a very brisk wind was blowing at the time. These conditions allowed the fire to tear rapidly into and then through our Village.

A few buildings survived in town but nearly every home in the centre of the Village is gone.

Where many buildings stood is now simply charred earth; it is going to take in-person assessments to determine the actual state of the damage. Fortunately, some homes east across the highway were spared but are currently without electricity, sewer or water.

There have been several injuries and two confirmed fatalities. Out of respect to the families of our lost, we will not discuss their tragedy. We want everyone to know that their bravery was incredible in the face of this unimaginable horror.

There are no services at this time. Hydro, water and sewer are not available; though we have been fortunate that our sewage treatment building did not burn, it is non-functional at this time. We are trying to ascertain if our watershed has been contaminated by retardant and what sort of physical state it is in. This will require testing and an in-depth on-site assessment.

Infrastructure has been destroyed. What has not been melted, incinerated or damaged beyond repair has been compromised to the point of being unsafe. For those looking at heartbreaking pictures of our Village, please understand that if a wall is standing, it does not mean there is anything on the other side of it.

For those like myself who lived within the Village, the TNRD has graciously offered to arrange buses to take residents through town to see the extent of the damage for ourselves.

This will not happen until BC Wildfire is sure no danger from fire/smouldering elements, toxic chemical exposure or hazardous objects remains.

We will follow their guidance in this to the letter.

Our people have suffered enough, and we do not want to expose them to any further harm. We are working with Disaster Psychosocial Services (“DPS”) to provide trauma and grief counseling for our residents and are looking to have DPS volunteers on the buses to assist with the shock people are going to experience upon actually seeing the devastation.

We are now coordinating with the RCMP in regards to recovery. If you know someone who was living in or was visiting Lytton on June 30, 2021 and you have not heard from them since, we are asking that you contact the RCMP and report that person as missing. Please be sure to give the RCMP as much information about them as you can including a detailed description of the person you are reporting.

As of July 4, 2021, we are allowing BC Hydro and Telus to enter the Village for damage assessment and to cap services where they are a hazard to first responders.

CN Rail and CP Rail will have no access to the Village with the following specific exceptions: CP Rail may conduct critical fire suppression response and critical repairs to their infrastructure only on their right-of-way, from rail-based vehicles, throughout their track through the fire area.

CN Rail may conduct critical fire suppression response on their right-of-way, from rail-based vehicles, from Spences Bridge to Jade Springs only but no further.

All access will be tightly controlled and under the supervision of BC Wildfire’s Incident

Management Team. Government agencies participating in the response and private companies or non-governmental organizations retained by the government for early stage cleanup will be granted access based on need. These are the only agencies who have been granted access.

All other requests will be processed through the BC Wildfire Incident Management Team and reviewed by the Village Council. There will be no video or photography allowed by any staff of these organizations except where it is deemed necessary to asses damages.

Please understand that all of our Emergency Operations Center equipment was destroyed in the Village Office building. We have begun replacing all of our technology as well as basic office supplies. In the interim, we have set up our EOC in an office in the TNRD building and are currently trying to operate it from a couple of laptops, an iPad and our cell phones.

Going forward, Council’s immediate priorities are: 1) Locating and supporting our residents; 2) Working with stakeholders to secure funding and supports to assist with all of the many stages that come next: clean up, re-establishing some services, repair or re-build of critical infrastructure etc.

So many people have offered their kindness and support in varying ways and we thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts. You have shown the true greatness that humanity can offer.

We are a small community that has been devastated and we are all still reeling from the destruction of our homes, the tragic loss of life and the enormous impact this will have on us, both personally and financially, for years to come. In the coming days, weeks, months and years our hearts will break again and again as that trauma and loss is replayed in our minds and our souls. But we are Lytton, we are strong and we will rebuild our homes and businesses, rekindle our friendships and community, stronger and more enduring than ever.

Jan Polderman Mayor of Lytton

John Isaac

COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME OPENS Merritt’s Country Music Hall of Fame opened its doors last Wednesday evening for members of the community to get a sneak peek at the inductee plaques and memorabilia.

During the evening, Walk of Stars president, Ron Sanders, and Mayor Susan Roline unveiled the sign that will hang above the entrance.

Sanders said the Hall of Fame will launch Merritt into a Canadawide music program.

LETTERS POLICY The Merritt Herald welcomes your letters, on any subject, addressed to the editor.

Letters must be signed and include the writer’s name and address.

Letters may be edited for length, taste and clarity. Please keep letters to 300 words or less. Email letters to: newsroom@ merrittherald. com.

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Donations flood in for displaced Lyttonites The Nicola Valley Food Bank has received plenty of support from the Merritt community.

Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM When the community of Lytton was lost to a wildfire and residents were forced to evacuate, many made their way to the Nicola Valley, registering at Shulus Arena and the BC Reception Centre that quickly began operations at the Merritt Civic Centre.

Many had fled with only the clothes on their back, having no time to prepare before the flames began to consume the town.

Once the devastation became apparent, people from around the province stepped up and began to offer donations of food, drinks, clothing, and other essential supplies, which arrived in all communities housing evacuees, including Merritt.

The influx of donations was so steady that Shulus Arena in Lower Nicola and the City of Merritt had to cease accep-

Volunteers surround a table of donated goods at the Elks Lodge. Photo submitted

tance as they ran out of storage space.

Donations were rerouted to the Nicola Valley Food Bank (NVFB), but soon that space was overwhelmed as well.

Adelphi Hotel

“When Lower Nicola, Shulus and Merritt couldn’t take any more donations, it’s just not in me not to accept donations, so I contacted the Elks,” explained NVFB

manager, Derlanda Hewton. “They gave us this building for free, then they gave us their manpower. They’ve put in many hours.”

Volunteers from the Elks Lodge, and throughout the community, stepped up to help Hewton and her team sort through the literal truckloads of donations that came in; categorizing them and putting them out on tables for evacuees to access, which they have not yet had a chance to do.

“Not as of yet,” explained Hewton, who was still busy prepping for the arrival of Lyttonites.

“But they’re tired. Some of them haven’t had a very good sleep, so they’re having a good sleep today. We’re going to be here the rest of the week, until Friday, from 10a.m. to 2p.m. for people to come in.”

Hewton See ‘Outpouring’ Page 9 said she has

As retail and residential units are leased, all revenues are reinvested to continue the restoration and future vision of the building. The primary commercial space is intended to be leased to a quality food and beverage service provider with full patio access on the south west corner.

Artist rendering - future vision of the Adelphi Hotel

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOUR SUPPORT. On July 20th Mayor and Council decide whether or not to approve the license for Unity

Cannabis’ retail store at the Adelphi Hotel. Rental income from the residential and retail spaces is reinvested into building improvements and enhancements.

Letters of support for Unity Cannabis’ (www.unitycannabis.ca ) license approval and operations at 2101 Quilchena Ave. can be emailed by July 15th to City of Merritt’s Mayor and Council to: glowis@merritt.ca with a copy to the adelphi1913@gmail.com . We are grateful for all letters of support. Your support assists in the continuation of the restoration efforts and vision for the future of the Adelphi Hotel. Please email questions or concerns directly to adelphi1913@gmail.com.

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Outpouring of support From Page 8 never seen such an outpouring of support in all of her years at the NVFB, or her many years living in the Nicola Valley.

“Never,” said Hewton.

“Not in our community that I’ve ever seen, even at Christmastime. And it was all within the first day or two.”

Although the Elks Lodge is overflowing, Hewton said that there is plenty more where that came from.

“We have more access to food to come in, not if required, but when required,” said Hewton, who noted that Food Banks BC would help with the purchase of any food that may be needed and not already donated, with Loblaws also offering their support.

“Food wise, anything that we need, we can get.”

Currently, NVFB is focusing on providing any items requested especially by evacuees, such as those who may need specific food either due to diabetes, gluten sensitivities or vegetarian and vegan diets.

Donations arrived from as far away as Prince George and Osoyoos. BC Ambulance had so many donations they arrived in a convoy.

A group of Sikh people from the Lower Mainland coordinated with Merritt’s Sikh Temple and delivered a semi-truck full of goods, also taking back a list of items people had requested in the hopes they can return with these essentials.

“We’ve had requests for BBQ propane, brooms, garbage bags, etc,” said Hewton, who is also looking to provide essentials such as laundry soap, cleaning supplies and specifically camping gear, which has been requested several times.

Currently, the greatest need are volunteers.

“We’re trying to get volunteers to come in from 8a.m. to 2p.m., Tuesday to Friday,” said Hewton, who has been overcome by the support shown so far.

“It’s been amazing,” said Hewton.

“It’s heartwarming. We don’t like to see people going through this, but we’ll try to make this easier for them any way we can.”

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We are grieving the loss of our long-time employee Cliff Croaker, who passed away last weekend. Cliff was part of the Merritt Home Hardware team for 14 years, always with a smile on his face and a joke ready to be shared. Both our team and our customers appreciated his good nature and his willingness to always help, as well as his plumbing expertise and advice. He had a loyal customer base who relied on him and missed him since he retired last year. He will be missed by the Merritt Home Hardware family.

Our condolences to his family during this difficult time.

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Merritt being considered as pick-up location for Lytton tour A tour of the Lytton area is being arranged for Friday, July 9 for evacuated residents.

Jake Courtepatte NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is considering Merritt as one of four possible pickup locations for a bus tour of Lytton on Friday.

Lyttonites have been taking shelter around the Merritt area since the wildfire that ripped through the village last Thursday. The mayor of Lytton, Jan Polderman, announced on July 6 that the tour would be happening for residents to view their scorched community, though nobody would be allowed off of the buses for safety reasons.

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Coulson is the largest operator of heavy-lift helicopters and large air tankers for the US government. During the winter months in North America, Coulson moves their equipment to Australia and Chile.

“We have a split aircraft, half of them go to Oz and half of them go to Chile. So, we work twelve months a year for the most part, when we’re not on boats.”

Although busy internationally, Coulson looks for opportunities to work in their home province.

“We’re pleased to be given this opportunity by the government and to work here,” said Coulson.

“It’s great, we haven’t fought fire in BC, which is actually a good thing that they haven’t needed us, for about six years.”

Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM

Coulson Aviation, part of the Coulson Group of Companies based in Port Alberni on Vancouver Island, has signed a short term, five-day contract with the government of BC to bring in one of their water bombing helicopters to aid in the battle against the wildfires that are tearing through the province’s Interior.

“We’ve got one of our Sikorsky S-61 helicopters that we moved up from southern California into the Kamloops area,” said Coulson Aviation CEO, Wayne Coulson.

The Sikorsky S-61 is a 24-passenger helicopter that has been converted into a firebombing chopper.

Utilizing a 200’ long line and a 1,000-gallon bucket, the helicopter dips water from rivers and lakes and provides aerial assistance in firefighting.

Two pilots, two maintenance engineers and a driver for the fuel truck arrived in Kamloops alongside the Sikorsky S-61, which went to work almost immediately.

Coulson Aviation are perhaps best known for their Martin Mars water bombers, the world’s largest scooping waterbomber, capable of carrying 7,200 US gallons of sea or fresh water, as well as gel and foam. Although the Martin Mars planes have been retired, Coulson continues to be a world leader in aerial firefighting.

Most notable is their ability to fight fires around the clock, continuing through the night when most firefighters, aircraft and ground equipment must withdraw.

“What we’ve transitioned to is fighting fire at night,” explained Coulson.

“So, down in the LA Basin we have four helicopters. One in Orange County, one in LA County and one in Ventura County, along with an intel aircraft, and we now run 24 hours a day. We’re the only commercial operator in the world that does that.”

By fighting fires at night, Coulson has seen a marked improvement in suppression efforts.

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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

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ENVIRONMENT

Nicola Mining Inc. (“Nicola”) has changed its logo to better capture its balance between mining and processing, while upholding its commitment to the environment. The ORANGE SYMBOLIZES our focus on mined metals, which are important to our everyday life, while the GREEN SYMBOLIZES commitment and obligations to the environment.

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Water: Nicola has decreased its Water License from the Nicola River by 89%, as we understand that water is precious and home to key species of fish, including salmon.

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Jobs: On July 2, 2021, the mill located 11km from Merritt commenced crushing and processing operations of gold and silver mill feed. This has created several new full-time jobs for the community. Operation expansion hopes to create even more full-time employment over the next couple of years.

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Reclamation: Over the last couple of years Nicola has dedicated resources to dust management and reclamation resulting from the operation of previous owners. We are committed to minimizing dust and are working with the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation and continue to wait for permit approvals that would allow us to cover and seed dust generating areas.

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The Merritt Sikh Temple has been hard at work making meals for evacuees at the Civic Centre and Shulus Arena.

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The BC Sikh community has rallied behind the victims of the wildfire which razed the town of Lytton, prompting an evacuation of the entire village of roughly 250 people, as well as the neighbouring First Nations reserves.

Sher E Punjab Radio AM 600, a station based out of Richmond, BC put out a call for donations last week, encouraging listeners to do their part and contribute items to those who had lost everything in the Lytton blaze.

Similarly, the Vancouver Coordinator for Khalsa Aid, Baljit Kamoh, heard about the fire and subsequent evacuations and wanted the Metro Vancouver chapter to step up and help the Lyttonites and the communities they found themselves evacuated to.

Khalsa Aid is an international, not for profit, humanitarian organization which was founded by Ravi Singh in 1999. The organization has provided relief for Syrian refugees, helped to set up Rohingya refugee camps on the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, helping to rebuild Kerala, India after devastating 2018 floods, and assisting Londoners during the 2016 floods, among other charitable endeavours.

Kamoh reached out to Manraj Kalsi, who has family in Merritt, and asked if he would lead a team to Merritt, bringing donations and assisting wherever needed.

“I said yes, of course, because what Sikhi teaches us is that Seva is part of our duty,” explained Kalsi.

“To work full time but also to do Seva and volunteer work on a part-time basis as well. Seva is very important to me.”

Seva in Sikhism is the act of selfless service, which is performed without expectation of reward, and is typically fulfilled by volunteer work.

“My team loaded up down on the coast, in Abbotsford, at Costco and then we came here on Saturday,” said Kalsi.

“We were just sorting everything out, making sure everybody was making connections with the community, so everybody knew who we were instead of coming up unannounced.”

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Shriners of Merritt NEED YOU!

Beyond clowns, tasseled hats, and little motorcycles, Shriners is a philanthropic organization providing pediatric health care for children without regard to race, colour, creed, sex, sect, disability, national origin or ability of a patient or family to pay.

VISION STATEMENT A proud Shrine Fraternity, a brotherhood based on fun, fellowship and Masonic principles, actively promoting the World’s Greatest Philanthropy, Shriners’ Hospitals for Children.

The Shriners of Merritt need you. Who are the Shriners? Under the umbrella of fun and fellowship, the Shriners are a group of men who provide access to exceptional pediatric care for those in need. Established in British Columbia in 1902, the Shriners, through the Shriners Hospitals, assist children in BC and Yukon who require medical attention for any of the orthopedic or other pediatric specialty conditions the Shriners treat.

Before one can become a Shriner, he must first be accepted as a Freemason. All Shriners are Masons but not all Masons are Shriners, and only after a Mason completes the third and final degree of initiation, and becomes a Master Mason, can he apply to become a Shriner. I guess the next question is—What is a Freemason?

“Freemasonry is a personal journey you take of self-discovery, of learning and self-improvement. It helps men of good character better themselves, their relationships and their communities.

Freemasonry is not a social club or a business group.

It’s a fraternity of men of all ages, backgrounds and experiences who share the bond of friendship and common purpose to improve themselves and their communities.” https://www.beginyou.bcy.ca Moreover, “a Freemason is a man who uses the tools of moral and ethical principles to serve mankind. He is a man who has bound himself in a brotherhood that transcends the differences of religion, ethnicity, society, and culture. He shares the aspirations of men of good-will who seek to make themselves better than they are - not better than others.” (https://www.vimy97.com) To learn more about Freemasonry, please visit https:// www.beginyou.bcy.ca.

The Shriners of Merritt need you. Thank you.

What the Merritt Shrine club members have done and are still doing.

• Shrine Club #29 in Merritt over the last 60 plus year have given money to Gizeh Shrine Center to help pay the cost of travel for our patients to the Shrine hospitals in Spokane, Portland and Galveston burn hospital. There have been many children sent to these hospitals over the years.

• Treatment for Shrine children is all free up to the age of 18 years.

• Locally the Shrine Club donated $5000.00 to the Merritt hospitals new emergency wing.

• The Club members are always out at grocery stores, doorways and parks and malls selling tickets to raise money for the children to be able to get their treatments.

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Serve the children of BC & Yukon, by growing the Shrine Fraternity and providing innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class research and outstanding medical education through the resources of our Philanthropy, Shriners’ Hospitals for Children.

Merritt member, Brian Stewart shares why he enjoys being a Shriner.

I became a Shriner to help children that could not get treatments for their ailments at a local level. I seen a need to help families to get support from the shrine hospitals.

Getting together and having a fun time is part of the enjoyment of the club also.

To learn more, please call Brain Stewart, VP of the local Shriners, at 250-936-9510, or visit the BC Shriners website: https://www.bcshriners.com

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Temple helping out in time of need

From Page 16 Vancouver that collaborated with the head of the Merritt Temple,” said Avinash Kaur Tanda, a local Khalsa Aid volunteer.

“And Manveer Grewal, Parmbir Grewal and friends initiated this as a small drive in a pickup truck and trailer, but then ended up with a full semi and five full pick-ups plus trailers. Harjit Singh Gill and Gurdial Badh helped connect to Sikh Temple Head. Amar Trucking provided the trailer for the cause. It would never be possible without the help of volunteers.”

“We got a call from the Lower Mainland, they were collecting all kinds of items and they were going to bring it here,” said Harbans Singh Sandhu, Merritt Gurudwara president.

“That Saturday, that afternoon they had a big semi and another 5 pickups and trailers with food on.”

This was to be delivered to Shulus Arena, but when word came they were fully stocked with donations, they delivered them to the Elks Lodge as part of their coordination with the Nicola Valley Food Bank.

To further assist with the relief efforts, volunteers gathered at the Merritt Sikh Temple and cooked meals of vegetarian lentil soup and rice for evacuees and volunteers at the Merritt Civic Centre and Shulus Arena, as well

as first responders, which Kalsi says they will continue to do every night for up to two weeks, continuing as needed beyond that date.

“Because everybody likes a hot meal,” said Kalsi.

Kalsi also requested that people consider making donations of cash or gift cards rather than physical items, as many centres are reaching storage capacity.

“I know a lot of places are turning donations away just because they have an abundance of physical items, so we’ll wait that out,” said Kalsi.

“But if they want to go to https:// www.khalsaaid.org/donate-canada and make a donation, they’re more than welcome to.”

Khalsa Aid Sevadars (volunteers) include: Manraj Kalsi, Amritpal Kaur Tanda, Avinash Kaur Tanda, Amraj Kaur Tanda, Rajpal Kaur Nanray, Mina Kaur Kalsi, Manjot Kaur and Sandy Sawa.

Merritt Sikh Temple (Gurudwara) volunteers include: Harbans Singh Sandhu, Piaro Kaur Momrath, Manjit Kaur Momrath, Resham Kaur Sandhu, Jagjit Kaur Nann, Mrs. Mahil, Govind Singh Tanda, and Harpal Singh Tanda.

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BC businesses may still require mask-wearing Businesses in British Columbia still have the right to ask patrons to wear a mask.

Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM On July 1 BC entered Step 3 of the BC Restart Plan, which is designed to help British Columbians transition from the COVID-19 pandemic to a return to normalcy.

In order to enter Step 3, at least 70% of those 18 and over in the province had to have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, along with declining rates of hospitalization due to COVID-19.

As part of Step 3, masks and face coverings are no longer mandatory indoors or outdoors. They are, however, still recommended in indoor public places for all people 12 and older who are not yet fully vaccinated. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

“Proof of vaccination does not need to be requested by service providers,” according to the Government of BC website.

However, despite the mandatory mask mandate being lifted, you may still be required to wear a mask to enter a private business.

This is because businesses are considered private spaces, and the owner of a private space is permitted, by law, to impose any restrictions or requirements on those using the space that they desire, provided they are not discriminatory.

According to the BC Human Rights Code, prohibited grounds of discrimination include: “race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, family status, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, political belief or conviction of a criminal or summary conviction offence unrelated to their employment.”

Unless an individual has a disability which exempts them from the mask mandate, it is not discriminatory to implement a mask policy in a private business or space.

In the era of the COVID-19 pandemic, it would seem the “no shoes, no shirt, no service” rule has been adapted to include “no masks, no service”.

Several high-profile British Columbians, who have been at the forefront of the pandemic response, have indicated that mask wearing is still “important” as the Public Health Emergency remains in place.

“So that means it is important for us to continue to wear masks in those indoor settings when we’re around people that we don’t know,” said Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry.

BC Premier John Horgan, in addressing the province, said that he would continue to wear a mask in certain instances. “I’m going to be wearing a mask if I’m in with a group of people that I do not know,” Horgan said.

“If I’m on a bus, if I’m on a ferry, if I’m on an airplane, these are recommendations now not directives, those recommendations are there for a reason.”

Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation said that British Columbians should help businesses navigate the pandemic, and to protect those businesses and employees when possible, which may mean wearing a mask.

“We need to be kind to the people and the businesses who are working hard to reopen safely,” said Kahlon.

“Vaccination numbers continue to climb, but not all of us have the same level of comfort or protection right now. We need to be respectful of businesses that may continue to require masks. We need to be respectful of others who may ask you to wear a mask around them.”

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CELEBRATING SUCCESS

NVSC hands out yearly awards

Nicola Valley Skating Club held their end of season awards day celebrations outside at the Merritt Golf & Country Club on June 14th. The club will take off July and hit the ice again for the annual Summer Skate session starting August 12th.

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Racers gather for Ironman-style race Darch Oborne CONTRIBUTOR Saturday, June 26 saw the start of the 1032-kilometre bike race known as the Epic 1000 from the doorsteps of Breathe Bikes in Merritt. Organizer Dr. Lennard Pretorius of Kamloops cautioned the 80 racers to be very careful with the heat and sun; and off they rode into the heatwave!

I counted six women in the pack; and several couples; but most, like Kevin Wirtanen, rode solo---he arrived by bus from Edmonton and stayed two nights

in a motel here. It was his second attempt; he had knee problems 2 years ago in Castlegar; about halfway, and had to retire.

Except for climbing over the Grey Creek Pass East of Nelson, the route is not steep; it’s what a friend terms ‘relentless’ and it follows mostly the Trans Canada Trail on old railway beds---just like a Merritt group, the ThompsonNicola Regional Trail Society is trying to develop using the Rails to Trail concept from Merritt to Spences Bridge; and then from Merritt to Brookmere.

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The assortment of bikes; and the gear (or lack of), is amazing; some just want a comfortable ride, with tent, thermarest, sleeping bag etc., while others carry only the bare essentials of fluids, energy bars, and some secret potions. because of the heat this year, there were few tents or even sleeping bags being carried, and again because of the heat, a new record is not anticipated.

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Big changes are afoot at the Adelphi Hotel. Originally constructed in 1912 at its current location, it has been witness to the changing downtown of Merritt for more than a century.

Unfortunately, as is sometimes the case, a building which has stood forin excess of ten decades, becomes somewhat tired and taken for granted.

For many years, the Adelphi has been overlooked as one of Merritt’s finest historic buildings and was relegated to the sidelines as a local watering hole.

Two years ago, Garry Serko saw an opportunity to bring the building back

to life and make it a prominent part of the Nicola Valley business community once again. He purchased the building from its former longtime owners and put his plans for revamping into place.

“Of course, that was before COVID, so the plans had to evolve around COVID, but the long and short of it is we are renovating and taking care of deferred maintenance on the entire building,” said Serko.

Serko was able to connect with Merritt resident Gordon Karlson, who appreciated his vision and commitment and offered to come on board as a

superintendent and foreman for the project, which continues while Serko works full time off site.

Karlson’s stipulations were that he be able to involve Merritt’s youth in the project as it develops, use local contractors and employees, and that nobody be “renovicted”, a policy in which tenants are evicted from their lodgings while they are upgraded and then rented to someone else, typically at a higher rate.

Serko agreed to Karlson’s terms, and as the transformation takes place on the second and third floors of the hotel, no tenants have been evicted. As

suites are finished, tenants are moved into the new spaces, maintaining their affordable rental rates.

A new boiler system in the basement provides reliable heat through the original radiators, new flooring and fresh paint compliment the upgraded appliances and restored woodwork.

The retail spaces have also been given a facelift, with high hopes to have the three anchor tenants of Desert Divas and Dons, Unity Cannabis and an upscale eatery, in place and thriving as the COVID-19 pandemic comes to an end.

“We would like to turn the old pub area into a new food and beverage service area that will be a unique culinary experience,” explained Serko.

“Whether it be farm to table or say, an authentic Mexican restaurant, but something really unique… that would bring people from out of town.

Especially from the highway. If we can create this historic hotel and we can attract people off the highway, we can grow business.”

Desert Divas and Dons brings in a high-class clien-

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tele due to owner Anastaszia’s reputation and experience in the beauty industry. Serko hopes to do the same by adding Unity Cannabis, which he says are at the top end of cannabis retail and professionalism.

“If we can get these three tenants, it can turn the building and the corner and, in part, the downtown, into something much more vibrant.”

With Merritt sitting conveniently at the junction of four major highways, Serko believes there is ample opportunity to draw in motorcyclists, sports car enthusiasts, weekend vacationers and Sunday drivers.

“I see the downtown as such an underutilized opportunity for that market.”

With a restored façade planned for the exterior, Serko and Karlson hope that the building will be a draw for tourists and locals alike.

“It has a sort of Yaletown feel to it, an historic feel,” said Serko.

A new entrance off Garcia St. will feature new signage and double doors, and an upstairs balcony that will also provide covered seating for a new patio. Perhaps

most exciting is the exposure of a large window original to the Adelphi Hotel which was hidden for decades beneath brick and interior walls, only discovered during the renovations of the former bar area.

Similarly, the original fireplace has been exposed on all sides and will be incorporated into the future eatery space, with the intention to modify the structure so that both sides will be open to view the fire, creating a cozy and

classy ambience for patrons.

“We have this vision,” said Serko.

“If you’re standing at RBC and you’re looking across, you’re going to see this vibrant business. You’ll see

young people going in and out that live there, you’ll see customers going in and out of the different businesses, you’ll see a patio that is active.

It’s just going to be so exciting when this vision is fulfilled.”

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

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time 2nd & 4th Sundays/ Sunday School (K-Gr. 4) - 10 am

Somang Mission Community Church (SMC) 1755 Coldwater Ave. (The Cadet Hall) Sunday Service Time: 4:00 pm • 250-280-1268

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

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Jerry: July 4, 2014 & Brenda: July 13, 2014 Mom and Dad, It’s so hard to believe it’s already seven years since you left. We all experience memories of shared moments daily and are so thankful for your love, your humour and your wisdom.

We all still miss you so very much every day.

Cindy, Heidi, Cody, Jessica, Cathy, Dwight, Joel, Heather, Charlie, Walker, Sawyer, Christy, Patrick, Sofia and Josie.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Trevor Carlson at the age of 47 on Saturday, June 26, 2021 in Lower Nicola, B.C. (Merritt) Trevor is survived by his loving mother Laura Lovett (Montreuil), son Hunter Brown (Kamloops), brother Shane Carlson (Kamloops), nephews Dylan & Darcy Carlson (Kamloops), niece Shanelle Carlson (Edmonton) plus numerous Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

His Step-father Eric Lovett, Paternal Grandparents – Alma & Ed Carlson, Maternal Grandparents Leon Sr. & Sheila Montreuil, Step-Grandfather Maurice Jalbert, Uncles Leon Jr. & Carl Montreuil and Aunt Donna Padley, predeceased Trevor.

Trevor was born and raised in Merritt and attended both Elementary and Secondary Schools here. He was a professional truck driver by trade working in the oil patch of Alberta and driving B-Trains throughout B.C. and Alberta.

Trevor could be counted upon to always have great stories to tell about all the dreadful drivers he would encounter on his many travels and adventures. He was recently sidelined from the job that he loved by a devastating spinal cord injury that he was slowly recovering from.

A celebration of Trevor’s life will be announced at a later date.

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Carmel Marie Rose DeGagne ((nee Pelland), beloved wife to Arthur for f 62 Friday June 44, years, passed away to be with the Lord on Friday, 2021, at the age of 82 years old.

She leaves behind her 4 daughters, Deborah (Brian) of Surrey, BC, Carole (Brad) of Stoney Creek, Ontario, Louise (Al) of Logan Lake, BC and Sandra (John) of Merritt, BC., her grandchildren Ashleigh (Kyle), Joshua (Shawna), Cameron, Samantha, Colton, Mitchell, Lance and James; her great-grandchildren, Madeleine, Kayden and Judah.

As well as her sisters, Jeannine, Rachel, Denise, Carol, Gisele, her brothers Camille and Gilbert, she is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and many dear friends. She was sadly predeceased by her sisters Yvette, Claire and brother Roger.

Carmel was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother and a wonderful friend to all who knew her.

She was constantly the life of the party. Carmel made everyone in her presence feel special and loved. We know she is dancing in heaven now! We will miss you Carmel, and never forget the joy you brought to our hearts.

A heartfelt thank you to the care staff, nurses and doctors at Gillis House for the love and kindness and for going above and beyond for our mother during her 4 years living there. We are so grateful for all you did for Carmel and our family.

Funeral date to be announced. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Alzheimer Society of BC.

Clifford Anton CROAKER June 24, 1953 – July 3, 2021 Clifford Croaker passed away peacefully on July 3, 2021 at Kelowna General Hospital surrounded by family.

He has resided in Merritt since 1971 where he spent 14 years working at Home Hardware serving the people of Merritt.

He was called “INCH” by all his friends.

Clifford enjoyed fishing and hunting with his father.

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.

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

Child & Youth Mental Health Counsellor - Nlaka’pamux Nation

Merritt, British Columbia

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.

Our BC Independent School is currently seeking a qualified Education Teacher to join our team for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Are you passionate about helping students reach their individual potential for success?

Do you enjoy working in a bright, active, positive school environment? Are you interested in joining an organization that is both devoted and equipped to helping children succeed? If you responded yes to all of these questions, we would like to hear from you.

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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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Demonstrated capacity to develop, implement and evaluate programs and psychoeducational information.

Specific and/or additional training in addiction counselling.

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Application Submission Process must include the following: Resume: providing detailed information about your education and employment history that clearly demonstrates your ability to the required job qualifications.

School Year Contract Start Date: September 2021 BCTF Salary Grid (SD58) plus sizeable Pro-D Fund

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.

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

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter complete with references.

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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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities •Bachelor of Education is mandatory (BC Category 5 min) •Certified to teach in British Columbia •Experience with direct instruction to students using a variety of teaching and management strategies •Ability to liaise with diverse group of stakeholders •Possess a positive, compassionate, and collaborative personality •Ability to evaluate students accurately and objectively •Working knowledge of BC curriculum, effective instructional methodologies, and have a holistic approach to meeting the learning needs of students

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) Looking for a well established business with over 28 yrs. behind them, with a steady, committed clientele behind them, then TLC is the business for you.

TLC has been creating beautiful landscape design and installation, weekly maintenance for residential and commercial clients, providing such services as: Dethatching - Aerating - Irrigation Installation - Tree, Shrub and Hedge Trimming - Patio pavers -Stone work, Beautiful ponds and water features .

The sale of this company will include: 3 antique trucks 1953, 1957 and a 1948 GMC, 990 John Deere tractor, 1 hauling trailer, 1 Ditch witch trencher, Sod Cutter, Billy goat Vacuum, 1 Aerator, 2 Dethatching, 1 lrg Exmark walk behind, 3 Arien Mowers, 2 hedge trimmers, 2 Stihl weed eaters, 2 lrg backpack blowers.

Revenue over $300,000 with Potential Growth expansion SELLER WILL TRAIN.... Reason for sale retiring

SELLING PRICE: $250,000.

If you are interested in this extraordinary company and want the freedom of being your own boss, then give us a call at 250-378-4166.

TEMPORARY BUS DRIVER/CUSTODIAN School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for a Temporary Bus Driver/Custodian for the Princeton area.

This position is 7.5 hours per day | 12 months per year and is effective immediately until the return of the incumbent.

Successful applicants will be required to have a Class 2 with air or higher driver’s license and must provide a current driver’s abstract.

Please apply online at www.sd58.bc.ca (Job Code # 3060469) or in-person by leaving a detailed resume with a minimum of three references at the School Board Office.

Please forward to: Attention: Lindsey Henderson Manager of Human Resources School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 sblonde@365.sd58.bc.ca For further information, contact Mr. Darrell Finnigan at (250) 315-1113 Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.

This is a regular, full-time position (35 hours/week) with a wage between $24.00 - $27.00 per hour plus benefits.

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