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Under the terms of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, Goods and Personal Property of the persons listed below deposited at Secure-All Merritt Mini and RV Storage, 1295 Midday Valley Road, Merritt, B.C., have been seized due to non-payment of storage rent and will be sold to cover the costs of unpaid storage. Unit 320 Rachel Adair $965.40
Unit 405 Robina Moyes $1203.90 These goods and personal property will be sold at a date still to be determined.
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Fall Fair Community Yard Sale. May.15 & 29 June. 12 & 26 July. 10 & 24 August. 07 & 21 September. 11 & 25 9-2 pm each day Donations again are gratefully accepted, they can preferably be brought to the building during the Giant Sales or please call Clifford at 250-378-2303 for more information.
Businesses For Sale Gabriola Taxi for sale. Profitable business. Solid customer/tourism base. Priced for quick sale due to owner health. Willing to train/ finance. Live the gulf island lifestyle. Email: gabriolataxi@shaw.ca
Yard Sale 459 Woodward Ave, Lower Nicola. Sat. June 5th to Sat. June 12th. 9am to 4pm every day. Downsizing Estate Sale Household, Tools, Assorted Iron, Welding, Cutting Torch & Cart, Sporting Goods, Trophy Mounts, Furniture, Lumber, Auto, Plumbing, Electrical, Picture Frames and many many more items to view.
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Adam Jonathon Klassen
March 21, 1986 -May 20, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce our beautiful son Adam Jonathon Klassen has passed into the arms of our lord on May 20/2021 with his beloveddog Guaco at his side. Adam was born in Merritt March 21/1986. He is preceded by his grandmother Petra Quinn, uncle Kevin Hallett andsurvivedbyhis father John Klassen and mother Tracey Ketter. Sister Shantell Silvey (Steve), Grandparents Jack and Louise Klassen and Dale Ketter.Aunts;Melody (Allen), Sherry,Lynn (Rick). He will be missed by his cousins and nieces and nephews. Adam lovedhis fishing and hunting and just being outdoors. He had abeautiful smile and he waskind, and generous, always willing to help. Aservice will be announced at alater date.
Milo Kenneth Thompson
Feb1,1923 -May 29, 2021
Milo liveda great life as husband, father,brother,and friend. He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting. We thefamily would liketothank everyone at the Florentine and the Nicola Valleyhospital who were so kind and lovedhim.
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SHACKAN INDIAN BAND
PO Box 1360/2099 Granite Ave Merritt, B.C. V1K1B8 Phone: 250-378-5410 Fax: 250-378-5219 www.shackan.ca
Position: –Social Development/Education Coordinator Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
This position is responsible for delivering the Social Development and Education programs in accordance with regulations and agreements. Part of this position also includes cultureand event coordination, social assistance, and training support. Qualications and Experience: • Degree in Social Work or related study • Minimum of 5years’ experience in social service eld • Strongskills in Microsoft Ofce • Knowledge of First Nations social development programs and BC education and Post-Secondary systems • Several years of nancial and budget experience –Xyntaxwould be benecial •Excellent client service skills
Afulljob description is available on the Shackan Band website at www. shackan.ca
Application Deadline: June 18, 2021 Please submit acover letter and resume with three work related references to teri.clayton@shackan.ca or call the ofce 250-378-5410toset up an appointment to drop off. In your letter please state if you areinterested in either position part-time or both positions as full-time. Preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry as per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.
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The Florentine in Merritt is currently seeking applicants for Kitchen Aides, Servers,and Sous Chefs for casual/vacation relief. Successful candidates will be working under aChefassisting in all aspects of the kitchen including prep work, cooking and serving. QUALIFICATIONS: • FoodSafeCertificate mandatory • Knowledge of cleaning standards (WHMIS) • Valid drivers’ license and clear drivers’ abstract • Ability to work alone without instruction AND ability to work in a team following direction • Must be pleasant and have good interpersonal skills • First Aidcertificate or training abenefit • Criminal record check (abstract) is arequirement • Ability to function autonomously Wages –per the Collective Agreement ranging from $15.56 $20.62/hr (depending on position) Our key expectations of these positions are to provide an efficient mealtime program, which will be well received by our residents as an enjoyable experience to look forward to each day. LETTER OF INTEREST INSTRUCTIONS Please provide aletterofinterestwith resume and references to: exedir@theflorentine.ca.
The Coldwater Indian Band is seeking an individual to fill the Education Coordinator position. The Education Coordinator is responsible for the planning,administration and coordination of Coldwater Indian Band Programs and Services and reports to the Band Administrator. This position will be working from the Merritt Office. Responsibilities and Duties Planning –Annual and Long-termEducation Plan for Coldwater Indian Band, membership and as directed.
Human Resource –Supervises and valuates the performance of anyone with direct reporting relations to the Department when applicable. Financial – Develops Education Program budgets in consultation with the Band Administrator and administersthe budgets as approved by Chief and Council and all other associated duties.
Policy –Administersthe approved Post-SecondaryEducation Policy. Liaison and Representation –Participates as Ex-Officio when required on the Band School SAC; Represents the band in negotiating the Local Education Agreement; Attends School District 58 meetings where applicable; Liaises with Post-Secondary Institutions/Schools in supportofthe Coldwater Indian Band Education Policy and programs; Liaises with SD #58 re: L.E.A., F.N.A.C, and staff where applicable; Advocates for Coldwater students within School District 58 &students attending different PostSecondaryEducational Institutions; Liaise with Indian Services Canada in supportof the Coldwater Indian Band Education Department programs. Post-SecondaryProgram Administration –Administersthe Post-Secondaryprogram as per Job Description. General Education Administration – Administers all pertinent Education Program funding through Xyntax; Develop and maintain individual student confidential files; Maintains records of all Education programs, services and funding associated with this department; Keeps the Band Administrator informed of sensitive and important issues and events in relation to the operation of the Education Programs; etc. Position Qualifications • Post-SecondaryDiploma (prefer minimum Business or Public Administration diploma) • ORanequivalent combination of post secondaryeducation and directly related work experience. • Proposal writing an asset • Lifestyle consistent with the importance of the responsibilities of the position • Strong analytical and decision-making skills, tact, discretion and sound judgement • Demonstrated commitment to fiscal management • Superior communication skills, written and oral • Working knowledge of Xyntax an asset • Knowledge of Nlaka’pamux and Coldwater Community an asset • Ability to organize and manage workload • Good negotiation skills (Local Education Agreements) • Able to workindependently and in ateam environment • SatisfactoryCriminal Records check • Valid Driver’sLicense and Reliable vehicle
Send your resume with references and cover letter: Attn: COLDWATER INDIAN BAND H.R. COMMITTEE, c/o Band Administrator (lantoine@coldwaterband.org.) PO BOX4600, MERRITT,BCV1K 1B8 Deadline for resumes: June 18, 2021 @4:00 p.m. Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Black’sPharmacy is seeking an energetic,hardworking pharmacy assistantwho will provide exceptional customer service. This aparttime position with the possibility of working intoafull time position. Pharmacy experienceisanasset but not required. Applyinpersonwith resume to Black’sPharmacy 2037Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC
Two-Year Term Full-TimeTemporary Position
Coldwater Indian Band has collaborated with GDH and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), respectively,tocreate an exciting workopportunity in our community. Job Summary: The purpose of the position is to offer two-year employment for aRecycling Champion, reporting to and working closely with the Public Worksdepartment and in cooperation with GDH and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). Duties include and are not limited to: Reporting to and working closely with the Public Worksand in cooperation with GDH and ISC, responsibilities include, and are not limited to: • Being achange agent, working with community memberstoencourage and support
Recycling behaviorsand actions; • Day-to-dayoperation of the recycling storage shelter including organization, cleaning and maintenance of the facility; • Greeting the public in afriendly,professional manner,assisting with sorting and documenting while responding to public enquiries/concerns; • Operate and maintain Equipment with attachments (training available); • Beinvolved in community engagement and awareness training; • Prepare monthly reports, budgets. records and billing where necessary; • Coordinating implementation of the Community EnergyPlan; • Other duties as mayberequired by direct Supervisor. Qualifications: • Passionfor working with people and be able to maintain acheerful and helpful attitude under busy and challenging circumstances; • Effective oral communication skills; • Will require agood level of physical fitness and the ability to use basic hand tools • Nature of the facility and job is such that the successful applicant must have the ability and willingness to stand and walk throughout the day, as well as workininclement weather; • Being an active Steward of the Land, have knowledge/understanding of traditions and language is an asset; • Two-year term, full-time temporaryposition (35 hours/week) from date of hire, with possible extension, subject to the operational needs of the department and continued funding; Application letter with resume of experience, qualifications and references will be accepted until 4:00 pm, June 23, 2021 and quote Recycling Champion to: Email: lantoine@coldwaterband.org and to the Attention of the Coldwater Indian Band Human Resources Committee
Fax: (250) 378-5351 *Due to the funding arrangement with both GDH and Indigenous Services Canada, applications for this position will be shared in confidence with them* *Thank you for your interest in this position. No phone calls please, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview*
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Job Title • Receiving all staff, students, parents and community membersina welcoming manner • Office management skills • Experience working with confidential information • Effective verbal and written communication • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity • Desire to increase capacity through professional development • Demonstrate good workethic; punctual; respectful • Honest and trustworthy • Ability to workwithin ateam and individually
Working Conditions • The ability to have good multitasking and time management skills. • You mayhaveirregular hoursonspecial events. • Ability to workwith technologyand be familiar with computersand photocopiers. Qualifications • General Administration and secretarial training • Valid Driver’sLicense • Preference to Native Language and experience working in FirstNations
Communities • Intermediate level ability with computer skills: Microsoft word, and excel. Rate of pay: As per set rate in school policy Closing: On-going until this position is filled. Only ShortListed Applicants will be contacted. Please send resume, cover letter,and 3references in anyofthe three ways listed below. All applicants must comply with the Criminal Records Review Act and BC DriversAbstract. Email: jantoine@coldwaterschool.ca Fax: 250-378-9212 Mall: Box 4600, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
Intermediate Teacher Position
N’Kwala is aFirst Nation operated independent school offering akindergarten to grade 12 program. We arearural school with very small class sizes, allowing for additional one-on-one support for students. N’Kwala is surrounded by rolling hills in apicturesque natural environment and is located in the beautiful Nicola Valley approximately 90 km south of Kamloops and approximately 50 km east of Merritt. If required, on-site accommodations and daycareare available for the successful candidate. Upper Nicola Band offers competitive wages and agenerous benefits package.
Required Qualifications:
•Qualified and experienced to teach intermediate level students •Special Education training an asset •Ability to adapt or modify programs to meet the student’sspecial needs •Knowledge of theBCcurriculum •Valid BC teaching certificate
Recommended Qualifications:
• Experience working in First Nations community • Experience with the Read Well and Saxon Math programs • Experience with special education programs • Experience with multi-grade classroom Salary as per the Upper Nicola Band salary scale Start date: August 30, 2021. Pro-D opportunities during the summer may be required. For further information about this role, please contact Principal, Heather Grismer at 250-350-3370 or email: principal@uppernicola.com Please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, PO Box 3700, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8, or hr@uppernicola.com.Position closes July 26, 2021 @4:00 p.m. No late entries will be accepted. N’kwala School thanks all those interested but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. VALUE ADDED LUMBER REMANUFACTURINGPLANT PRODUCTION WORKERS
•Wages: starting $20 to $25 •Steadyday shift work •Students welcome to apply •Noexperiencenecessary •Will train
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•Wages: starting $35 to $45 Depends on experience Please submit resume in person to 1195 Houston Street, Merritt B.C. 250-378-6161
Full-time or part-time Office staff required to workatalocal doctor’soffice. Preference giventosomeone with experience, butwould be willing to train an applicant. Please send resume to P.O. Box820, Merritt, B.C., V1K 1B8
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TERM:Permanent Full-TimeTERM:PermanentFull-Time
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Reportingdirectlytothe Director of Community Services,the Services Coordinatordirectlysupportsthe operations,contract management andbudgets of specific communityparks,streetlighting,and economic developmentareas.Thispositionisexpectedtoprovide astaffpresenceintheWesternand Southernareas of theRegionalDistrict,includingElectoralAreas "E", "l", "M"and "N". This position Reportingdirectlytothe Director of Community Services,the Services Coordinatordirectlysuppo operations,contract management andbudgets of specific communityparks,streetlighting, and rtsthe assiststheeconomicTNRD community servicesinitiativesandprojects withindevelopmentareas.Thispositionis expectedtothespecifiedareas,aswellasprovideastaffpresenceinthe Westernand assistingoSouthernther TNRD departmentswhenrequested.areas of theRegionalDistrict,includi Asng part ofElectotheCommunityralAreas "E", Se"l",rvices function,this"M"and "N". This position positionsupportsthe teamby providingFireDepartmentandEmergeassiststhe TNRD community servicesinitiativesandprojectsncyServicessupport andliaisonwithinthespecifiedareas,aswellas withintheelectoralareas.assistingother TNRD departmentswhenrequested. As part of theCommunity Services function,this positionsupports theteamby providingFireDepartmentandEmergencyServicessupportandliaison withintheelectoralareas.
Formoreinformationortoapply to thisFormore informationortoapply toposition, visit https://www.tnrd.ca/about-us/careers/this position, visit https://www.tnrd.ca/about-us/careers/ Please notethatonlyapplications submittedthroughour careerssitecan be consid Please note that only applications submittedthroughour careerssitecan ered.be considered.
THETHOMPSON-NICOLAREGIONALDISTRICT
Encompassing an unparalleled geographic regioninthe heartofBritish Columbia,the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD)offers thebestofbothworlds. Urbanlifewithinvibrant communities andoutlyingrural regions that showcase theregion's beauty-pristinebut ruggedmountains,rolling grasslands, lush evergreen forests andbothhistoricand modern areas, all within approximately 45,000 square kilometres.Headquarteredinthe City of Kamloops,the TNRD provides a wide rangeoflocal governmentservicestoa population of 130,000 locatedwithinits 11 diverse municipalities and10electoral areas.
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• A flexible schedule • A great wayto lose weight and get into shape • A great wayto supplement your income • Great first job -excellent opportunity to teach children the lifeskills for success
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SHACKAN INDIAN BAND
PO Box 1360/ 2099 Granite Ave Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 Phone: 250-378-5410 Fax: 250-378-5219 www.shackan.ca
Position: Band Administrator
The Shackan Band is seeking an honorable and innovative Band Administrator who will manage all operations and activities, including providing direction to asmall number of staffand ensuring proper scal and operational management. The scope of this position is broad requiring the candidate to be an experienced leader with strong negotiation, analytical, and scal skills. The Band Administrator ensures that all business and operations areconducted in arespectful, responsible, condential, and ethical manner.
Qualications: Education: A Bachelor’s degree in First Nations Studies, Business Management, Accounting or Public Administration or related level from arecognized post-secondary institution is an asset. Experience: • 8 -10years directly related experience in asenior management position in aFirst Nation. • Demonstrated success and experience managing First Nation budgets. • Experience writing reports and funding requests to senior ofcials and/ or various forms of government including Indigenous Services Canada. • Hands on experience in the Xyntax softwaresystem. • Knowledge of the Nlaka’pumux people, traditions and cultureisa benet. Conditions of Employment: • Must provide criminal recordcheck prior to employment. • Able and willing to work variable times, including evenings and weekends. • Musthave own vehicle for work purpose. To Apply If you areinterested in learning moreabout this opportunity or receiving the full job description, please email teri.clayton@shackan.ca. Interested applicants arerequiredtosubmit acover letter and resume by email to teri.clayton@shackan.ca at the Shackan Band Ofce. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Application deadline: June 18, 2021 Preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry as per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Thank you to all who apply, however,only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Looking for anew career? How about a secure and steady job with Home Hardware Building Centre Merritt. We offer aclean and safe work environment in amotivated and fun atmosphere with acompetitive salaryand benefits program. We are seeking afull time employee to join our Yard Team as aTruck Driver/Lumber Yard Associate and are willing to train. KeyResponsibilities include: •Assist in loading and unloading merchandise and materials •Delivering and picking up lumber supplies at job sites, vendors and other locations in atimely manner •Operating freight handling equipment in asafe manner •Maintenance and operation of companyvehicles and equipment •Verification of administrative paperwork and deliverydocuments •Assist customers in the lumber yard Candidates should have the following qualifications: •Hold avalid Class 1or3Drivers License •Air Brake endorsement •Clean Drivers Abstract •Can drive Standard Transmission •Physically Fit •Customer Service experience •Ability to work co-operatively in ateam atmosphere •Flexible work schedule Library Page at the Merritt Library
The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library is seeking apart-time Page for the Merritt Library with akeenattention to detail and astrong customer service orientation.
Duties include accurately re-shelving library materials and checking in materials, moving bins, boxes and carts, providing directional assistance, and supporting staffwith projects and programs, paging and other basic library functions. The position is subject to the provisions of the Collective Agreement with the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union, Local 705. The position is Grid 3, which pays $16.69 -$18.54 per hour. Complete details of the position and required qualications are available on the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library website: tnrl.ca/ jobs. Posting closes June 22, 2021 @16:00.
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