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FEELING THE BEAT Feel the Beat dancers sported colourful regalia at the Highland Valley Copper open house on June 5 at Spirit Square. The event celebrated the one-year anniversary of the company’s Merritt office opening. Proceeds from the event went to Lower Nicola Band health programs. Michael Potestio/Herald
B.C. teachers vote to escalate job action By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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Teachers across the province voted in favour of escalating job action that could result in a fullscale strike as early as next week. Yesterday, the BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) announced that 28,809 of 33,387 teachers — 86 per cent — who cast ballots on Tuesday voted yes to escalating job action. Voter turnout in the decision was just over 80 per cent as there are about 41,000 teachers in the BCTF.
Nicola Valley Teachers’ Union president Peter Vogt said he could not reveal how the strike vote was received in School District 58, but said people he talked to on the picket lines Wednesday were happy about the result. BCTF president Jim Iker said the union is prepared to withdraw services and initiate the strike, a press release announcing the vote’s results stated. “At this point, the BCTF has not served [strike] notice, but we will do so if necessary. If we make the decision to escalate, we will provide three working days’
notice. That means there are still several days left that both sides can hunker down, reach a settlement, avoid a full-scale strike and end the government’s lockout,” Iker said in the press release. The union is obligated under the Labour Relations Board (LRB) to serve 72 hours notice of a strike, meaning the strike could start early next week. Vogt told the Herald the overwhelming approval of a strike should send a clear message to the government that teachers are serious about the labour dispute’s issues.
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Rotating strikes this week are continuing as scheduled with teachers in SD58 walking the picket line yesterday — the third day of missed classes for students in the past three weeks. There were no strikes scheduled this past Monday and only School District 61 for Greater Victoria was on strike Tuesday. On Wednesday, 22 of the province’s 60 school districts were on strike. There are 18 school districts striking today and tomorrow. The BCTF announced it was voting on whether or not to implement a full-scale strike after the
LRB upheld the provincial government’s decision to cut teachers’ salaries by 10 per cent in response to their job action. The Ministry of Education recently released an information bulletin on the impact a full-scale strike could have in the event teachers strike in the final weeks of school. For students in kindergarten through Grade 9, schools will be closed and although reports cards will be received, they may be abbreviated.
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Sea cadets set sail on Nicola Lake By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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Atop the cool, black waters of Nicola Lake, sea cadet corps from around B.C. participated in the third annual Anchors Away Interior Nautical Weekend at the Kamloops Sail Association in Quilchena this weekend. Eighty youths aged 12 to 18 attended from corps based in Nelson, Trail, Ashcroft, Kelowna, North Vancouver and Kamloops – the hosting corps, executive officer for No.137 Kamloops Sea Cadets Adam Lundgren told the Herald. Cadets practised and competed in power boating, canoeing, sailing and physical fitness. The corps were broken up into four randomly divided divisions and awards were given out for top cadet – which went to Kamloops cadet Roger Pomeroy – and best division. Kamloops Sea Cadet chief petty officer, first class Daryl-ann Rawluk moved to Kamloops last August from the small
Due to little wind last Saturday afternoon, sea cadets practised their steering and balance with the help of a tow from one of the group’s inflatable motorboats. Michael Potestio/Herald
town of Lorette, Man., just south of Winnipeg. “I was looking for some kind of adventure, I suppose,” Rawluk said. “I grew up in a small town all my life, so I wanted to come somewhere that was a city, but I didn’t really want to stay in Winnipeg or in Manitoba.” She said she decided on Kamloops because her boyfriend, whom she met through the cadets, is from Cache Creek. Growing up in a small town, Rawluk said she had essentially played every sport that was avail-
able and at the age of 12 decided to give sea cadets a try. Rawluk said when she joined sea cadets she was shy, but cadets made her a leader. “I just loved it,” she said. Her passion for the sea cadets is worn on her sleeve – literally. The 18-year-old has two tattoos on the inside of her forearms. The one on right has text surrounding a ship’s steering wheel that reads “Be the one to guide me.” On her left arm is a picture of an
Chief petty officer first class Daryl-ann Rawluk shares the passion she has for the sea cadets by wearing it. Michael Potestio/Herald
anchor with surrounding text that reads “But never hold me down.” “Cadets has been a huge part of my life for the last seven years and made me into the person I am now,” Rawluk said of the steering wheel tattoo’s symbolism. She said the anchor symbolizes the challenge of trying to juggle cadets with the rest of her life. The three-day nautical weekend had all the military structure one would expect. Cadets ate army rations for lunch and camped out in green, military mod tents set up along the shores of the lake. The junior cadets took orders from the seniors who were supervised by officers such as Lundgren. When it comes to sea cadets, Lundgren said youth learn values of citizenship. “It’s all about just making people better in any way possible,” Lundgren said. He said the event’s participation doubled last year’s total of 40.
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United Way donates $38,200 in Merritt By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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The United Way has invested $1.5 million through programs and services of non-profit groups in the Thompson-Nicola Cariboo region, with $38,200 going to initiatives in Merritt. Funds raised through the United Way are invested back into the community by way of a community impact fund council. With guidance from the United Way, the council members, who are all volunteers, review applications for funding and determine where the greatest need is. Danalee Baker, United Way Thompson-Nicola Cariboo director of community impact, said Ask
Wellness received the lion’s share of the donations that went to Merritt with $23,000 for the Fireside Centre. A further $5,000 went to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Kamloops region for in-school mentoring. The in-school mentoring program recruits high school students who spend one hour once a week with an elementary school student at his or her school. Youth are matched together and it is a nonacademic initiative. The funds sent to Merritt will go toward recruitment initiatives to acquire volunteers, Big Brothers and Big Sisters case worker Sunny Virdee said. The Merritt Integration Project was funded $3,200 to put toward an online resource directory, and
$2,000 went to the Elizabeth Fry Society. The funds for the Elizabeth Fry Society went toward that group’s Rent Bank program, which supplies low-interest loans up to $1,000 to help people who struggle with the banks and typically end up borrowing from high interest payday loan organizations. The $2,000 is being allocated to help people specifically in Merritt, Kamloops Elizabeth Fry Society executive director Louise Richards said. Another $2,000 went to the Nicola Valley Community Gardens Society to hire a co-ordinator and for general operations. The remaining $3,000 was set aside by the United Way for other
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• Navy cadets handed hardware Another year, another review and another set of promotions and awards for the No. 209 Navy League Cadets of Canada Venture.
• Naturalists descend on Nicola Valley Naturalists from across B.C. converged in the Nicola Valley in late May for four days of outings and natural history organized by the hard-working Nicola Naturalist Society members.
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If thunder roars, go indoors June 9 to 15 is Lightning Safety Week During the summer in Canada, lightning strikes on average every three seconds. Besides causing power outages and forest fires, lightning strikes can also seriously injure or kill. The Canadian Lightning Danger Map displays high risk lightning areas in red. These maps are updated at an interval of 10 minutes and are based on recent lightning observations. The Canadian Lightning Danger Map can be found on weather. gc.ca and is accessible on mobile devices. If the map indicates red areas over your location or if you hear thunder, then you are at risk of being struck by lightning. You should go to a safe location, either a building with plumbing and wiring or an all metal vehicle and stay there for 30 minutes fol-
lowing the last rumble of thunder. Why stay inside so long? Research in North America shows that one-third of lightning injuries and fatalities occur in the early stages of a storm, one-third at the peak of a storm and one-third once the peak of the storm has passed by. Are you planning a camping trip this summer? Do you spend time boating or waterskiing? Are you organizing an outdoor public event? Visit the Lightning in Canada website to find the latest lightning preparedness tips and how to stay safe. Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm watches and warnings when severe weather such as large hail, strong winds, heavy downpours or even tornadoes are possible. When planning
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Mayor’s DROP IN SESSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
Come down and meet the Mayor. This is your opportunity to bring forth ideas on how we can make Merritt a better place to live and do business, ask questions about something you don’t understand or if something has transpired that you have not received a proper resolution with.
The City of Merritt is seeking Requests for Proposals from qualified proponents for the Merritt Central Park Upgrade Project. This project includes the removal and relocation of the current sand volleyball courts, construction of an outdoor regulation size lacrosse box, and the design and construction of a combination washroom/concession building. Proposal documents may be obtained from the City of Merritt website www.merritt.ca or from Merritt City Hall, 2185 Voght St., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
There will be an optional site visit on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 10:00am at Merritt Central Park, Voght St. Merritt, BC Proposals must be received in a sealed envelope and labelled: “RFP 06/14 - Merritt Central Park Upgrade Project” by 2:00pm Monday, June 30, 2014 at: Merritt City Hall 2185 Voght St., Merritt, BC
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Any and all inquiries must be submitted in writing to: Larry Plotnikoff Leisure Services Manager, City of Merritt lplotnikoff@merritt.ca 250-378-4224 ext. 206 The City of Merritt reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposal, to waive defects in any proposal document and to accept the quote which it may consider to be in the best interests of the City. The lowest cost proposal or any proposal will not necessarily be accepted.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NICOLA VALLEY MEMORIAL ARENA - HEATER REPLACEMENT RFP 07/14 The City of Merritt is seeking Requests for Proposals from qualified proponents for the installation of new radiant heaters for the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.
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6 am - 8 am & 7 pm - 10 pm EVEN ADDRESS: Monday, Wednesday & Friday ODD ADDRESS: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Midnight am to 4 am EVEN ADDRESS: Monday, Wednesday & Friday ODD ADDRESS: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday THERE IS NO SPRINKLING ALLOWED ON SUNDAY Violations will result in a $50 fine.
Hand watering of plants using a hand held hose with a working springloaded shut-off nozzle or a hand held container is permitted anytime. Please clip-out and keep on your refrigerator to remind of regulations!
Next council meeting: Tuesday, June 24, 2014 Council agendas and minutes at www.merritt.ca
This project includes the removal and disposal of the current heaters and the procurement and installation of new radiant heaters. Proposal documents may be obtained from the City of Merritt website www.merritt.ca or from Merritt City Hall, 2185 Voght St., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 There will be an optional site visit on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 10:00am at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, 2075 Mamette Ave, Merritt, BC Proposals must be received in a sealed envelope and labelled: “RFP 07/14 - Nicola Valley Memorial Arena – Heater Replacement Project by 2:00pm, June 26, 2014 at: Merritt City Hall 2185 Voght St., Merritt, BC
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insurance coverage can help you control your future and protect your family’s financial health. However, the available type of benefits and options can vary – that’s why you should discuss your needs with your professional advisor who can help you get the coverage that’s best for you. This column, written and published by Investors Group Financial Services Inc. (in Quebec – a Financial Services Firm), presents general information only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any investments. Contact your own advisor for specific advice about your circumstances. For more information on this topic please contact your Investors Group Consultant. Insurance products and services are distributed by I.G. Insurance Services Inc. (in Quebec – a Financial Services Firm). Insurance licence sponsored by The Great-West Life Assurance Company outside of Quebec.
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Community Futures Nicola Valley Community Futures Nicola Valley is pleased to advise it is holding it’s Annual General Meeting: When: Wednesday June 18, 2014 Time:12:00 noon Where: 2350 Voght Street (Merritt Desert Inn – Dining Room) Light Refreshments will be served
THANK YOU! We are always amazed by the generosity of the people of Merritt when it comes to supporting our fund raising events. We truly appreciate all the volunteers from Merritt RCMP, Merritt Àre rescue, BC ambulance service, Ammy, Alana & Kim and of course our fantastic Tim Hortons team members. Thank you to all. The funds raised on Camp Day will send more than 15,000 (3 from Merritt) deserving children to camp. Tim Horton Children’s Foundation camps offer a wide range of Àrst-class programs and activities that encourage campers to embrace and overcome challenges. The experience is designed to build self-conÀdence, self-esteem and leadership skills and provide campers with a positive view of their true potential.
THANKS AGAIN! Sandra & Eric Tim Hortons, Merritt.
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HERALD OPINION Gas: the other pipeline showdown By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca
VICTORIA – The prospect of piping diluted heavy oil across northern B.C. and loading it in tankers has generated significant genuine protests, as well as bursts of celebrity nonsense, rent-a-stunts and instant online petitions. Natural gas pipelines and export terminals, on the other hand, are generally accepted by the public. Premier Christy Clark staked her political future on developing liquefied natural gas exports, and pulled off an upset election win that not even Clark expected. Most of the heat she’s taken on that is focused on her extravagant predictions that LNG will pay off the debt and maybe even get rid of our sales tax. But as I predicted 18 months ago, there’s a shift in the target of professional protesters to natural gas. A reminder of that awaited me on a morning walk to the B.C. legislature during the last week of the May session. At the front gate stood a young woman in a bikini top and shorts, her skin smeared with a dark material, presumably to simulate crude oil. She waved to passing traffic, stretching a banner promoting a website for the “Unist’ot’en camp.” Legislature security intervened to clear the entry walkway before I could ask the protester who was paying her. The fundraising website she was promoting hadn’t been updated since March, but this isn’t the first time this camp has been promoted here. Chevron’s Burnaby oil refinery was also targeted May 30 by protesters who locked themselves to a gate with bicycle locks and chains.
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The great debate of running vs. jogging
Emily Wessel Merritt MUSINGS On Sunday, I did something I have not done since I was a child. I ran in a race. Wait, maybe I jogged in the race. Can you jog in a race? I have a hard time thinking of myself as a “runner.” I don’t know if it’s the fact that I don’t run really fast that holds me back or if I don’t think I’ve been doing it
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for long enough (this is really the first summer that I’ve actually started to like running — or jogging, I don’t know — and so maybe I’m too new at it). But even seasoned runners had to start somewhere before they became seasoned, so why can’t I get over this semantic dilemma? Apparently, this run-jog conundrum I find myself in is not uncommon. I read an interesting blog post on the etymology of the word “jog,” which compiled anecdotal evidence from self-identified runners and joggers that the difference between running and jogging for people varied widely based on intent (racing or recreation), pace (breaking the eightminute-mile or not), pres-
ence of sweat pants, and so on and so forth. I didn’t break the eight-minute-mile rule to qualify as a “runner” but I was racing, technically, and I didn’t wear sweatpants, so I don’t really fit in with the “joggers” either. An about.com thread asking people about the first time they called themselves runners also showed the ambiguity of the term. Some people responded it was when they realized bad weather couldn’t hold them back from an outdoor jaunt, others said it took years and dozens of races before they were comfortable identifying with the term. Some said it was only when they heard someone else refer to them as run-
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ners that they thought maybe it was true. The line between runner and non-runner is totally arbitrary, but I felt I really crossed it when I was in Vancouver a few months ago looking at GPS watches. The woman looking at GPS units next to me asked if I am a triathlete. “Nope,” I said, knowing I intended to use the watch for runs (or jogs). “Runner?” she asked. “Um, yep,” I said sheepishly, with that distinct feeling I was lying before I slunk away in shame. I later giggled at the idea I could’ve got away with telling her I am a triathlete. I’ve never been an athlete, let alone a triple athlete. The stupidest part of this whole thing is that
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I have no problem identifying other people as “runners” or “joggers,” and objectively, I have absolutely no objection to either term. So why can’t I fit in either of them? Through all my research, I’ve deduced that all jogging is running but not all running is jogging, which hasn’t remotely helped me out of this pickle. And I do not like pickles, so I am hereby declaring this pickle a moot one. Anyone who heads out to pound the pavement is, in that time, a runner. It really doesn’t matter if they’re jogging or splicing it with walks or splicing it with sprints. All that matters is putting one foot in front of the other.
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YOUR OPINION Protesters have new target in gas pipelines From Page 6 They also cited the Unist’ot’en camp and their aim to stop the Pacific Trails pipeline. The camp came to my attention last summer, when it was promoted by one of Victoria’s chronic anarchist protesters, a woman who goes by the name Zoe Blunt. Blunt and other southern protesters documented their trip north to support the camp’s stated goal, to stop the Pacific Trails gas pipeline, planned to supply the Chevron-Apache liquefied natural gas terminal near Kitimat. The camp is on Crown land near Smithers. It was established at the end of a one-lane bridge by two members of the Wet’suwet’en First Nation. While that community’s elected council maintains a respectful relationship with the B.C. government, the splinter group that backs the camp has confrontation in mind. The Unist’ot’en website is a jumble of demands and claims that alternates between the Pacific Trails gas pipeline and Enbridge’s Northern Gateway proposal. Like the woman at the legislature, if you want it to be against oil, it’s against oil. A clearer picture of this situation is provided by a relentless blogger named Greg
Renouf, who specializes in investigating protesters across Canada. His blog, genuinewitty.com, should be required reading for reporters who are presented with slick banners and posturing protesters. Renouf follows the money as well as the familiar faces who pop up at protest after protest. In April he reported that the increasingly militant Council of Canadians is supporting the Unist’ot’en camp, along with what he describes as “a host of NGOs, unions, militant anarchists and professional protesters.” They include Harsha Walia, who organized violent protests against the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. Meanwhile in the real world, TransCanada Corp. announced last week its subsidiary NovaGas Transmission has signed an agreement with Chevron and Apache for a gas pipeline that will connect to Pacific Trails. It’s one of four gas pipelines TransCanada has in development for what is planned to be the biggest industrial investment in B.C. history. They can smear it with oil, but gas is the protest industry’s latest target. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc
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Slow down around people on the road Dear Editor, On the morning of Sunday, June 8, my husband and I were enjoying a late breakfast outside on our deck when we saw a truck lurch down Voght Street and heard something fall and sound like it was dragging. We didn’t think much of it until the next few vehicles came down and we saw them going around something. Then we heard the crash of glass. We went down to our back fence, looked out and saw a black garbage bag with its contents strewn across one lane of Voght. We decided we’d best get out there and clean it up. I’m not writing this letter because we want any recognition or thanks, but because we both are disconcerted at how many drivers sped by us as we were cleaning up the debris. Here we are with a shovel and a garbage can, cleaning off the street because we don’t want there to be an accident or anyone hurt because of this garbage. In the meantime, Peter (my husband) went to get a broom because I couldn’t get all the glass shards off the street with a
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Community band tees off on some great music By Ian Webster
IN FINE FORM The Merritt Community Band were at the top of their game while performing at the Quilchena Golf Course on Friday night. Ian Webster/ Herald
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Family, friends and even a fewer strangers packed the Quilchena Golf Course clubhouse for the Merritt Community Band’s 18th Annual ‘Friday with Friends’ spring concert and dinner. The lovely new facility, built by local contractor Rick Mettler, proved to be a wonderful setting for a night of delightful music and delicious food. “The venue was beautiful and acoustically very sound,� said community band director Colin Kerridge. “The positive energy from the audience was infectious, and helped us to play a lively performance,� Kerridge added. Lively indeed. The community band was in fine form as they opened
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Three-year Fireside Centre funding From Page 3 Baker said the threeyear commitment of funding to the Fireside Centre came about because, as a “hub� for United Way’s partners, they wanted to see what three years of funding could produce. “We feel like this model of shared services could really benefit the
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Fathering the fathers Friends & Neighbours Navigating changing family roles
NARAYAN MITRA You Gotta Have FAITH The role of Canadian fathers in a family has seen colossal changes in the last 30 or so years. In the past, fathers were outsiders when babies were born. The man’s role was to chauffeur the expectant mother to the hospital, wait outside the delivery room, and pass out cheers when the doctor declared that mother and child were in the all clear. Today, when babies are born, fathers are expected to be in the delivery room to feel the release of emotion in the birth experience with the mother. He has to experience the joy as well as the bawling on seeing the new life come into the world. Being a parent today also means the dad playing an active role in the daily physical and emotional life of his children. This new code of behaviour means the corporate warriors are supposed to go home to be with their children. And mothers, while still keeping the home fires burning, also have to work outside the home for economic survival as well as advancing their own careers. If men are competent to parent, what stops them from engaging in more family work? While many men may want to be more involved, they have not been prepared for extensive roles in parenting, either through family socialization or formal education. In our post-industrial culture, getting back to the involved father role demands an act of pio-
neering for most men. Men must figure out how to balance breadwinner and nurturer roles and bring up the next generation with values that will serve the kids well. This requires a leap not only in conscious attitudes and behaviours, but also the implicit gut-level assumptions about what is appropriate for the children. What does the church have to say to men today that will help them make the leap into fatherhood? The most important resource for helping a man become a caregiving father is probably sitting right next to him in the pew. Some pre-parenting support at the church and community levels could help both the parents to prepare. Changing behaviour by helping men realize the benefits to their own psychological health is a good first step for churches to
take. Not only do men who are involved in day-to-day care of children reap real benefits, but their children are helped by male nurturing as well. Benefits for the children of caregiving fathers are well documented. Fathers provide a distinct model of male behaviour for children which is different from mothers. Children who have a caregiving father have advantages over those with traditional fathers. Adjusting our perceptions of how families work does not necessarily mean altering church doctrines or Biblical theology. However, discovering how the community our church serves has altered may call for adaptation of style and behaviour. Taking the time to consider what we can do to help individuals meet new expectations will make our congrega-
tions a place of leadership in the community. Patterns help predict the future. The future includes men with their children. That is good news for husbands, wives and children. Being relevant to busy couples who want to put family first means helping them move beyond the traditional role models of the 1950s and move with the new needs of families in the 21st century. Having church leaders who are aware of the importance of men in childbearing will help in the understanding of new patterns. If the church updates the caricature of families past with the realities of families in the present, it will give the church the opportunity to continue influencing them in the future. Narayan Mitra is the pastor of the Merritt Baptist Church. merrittbaptist@gmail.com
SCIDES teacher movin’ on up By Emily Wessel THE HERALD
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With a solid and still expanding network of people behind her, Colleen Mullin is ready to take the reigns as principal of Kengard Learning Centre (KLC) this August. Mullin, who’s currently a teacher at the South Central Interior Distance Education School (SCIDES) based at KLC, takes over the role from long-time educator Al MackaySmith on Aug. 1. “I’m starting to job shadow now, so that’s a huge asset to the school for me to gain that knowledge ahead of time so I’m more informed when I hit the ground running,” she said. Mullin met with education bigwigs in Victoria on Monday and has been visiting other distance education schools around the province in order to expand the school’s support network. “I met with the people in charge,” she said. Mullin joined School District 58 in January 2012 as a teacher at Coquihalla Middle School with 12 years in education in Fort St. James behind her. That September, when the district was forced to
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education, it seems, and same with up north. You don’t go to be a teacher up north because you’re isolated and you have less resources.” While fewer resources is a challenge, in a way it is also an opportunity, Mullin said. “It’s hard to reach out and collaborate with other educators, so you tend to develop a stronger family here,” she said. The biggest opportunity she sees lies in continuing to develop personalized curricula for students.
close the school due to declining enrolment, Mullin moved over to SCIDES. It was as a teacher at SCIDES that Mullin got to explore her passion for personalized education. The New Brunswick native said she finds plenty of similarities between working in education in Merritt and in the northern city of Fort St. James, with a population of about 2,000 located 160 kilometres northwest of Prince George. “You come to Merritt for a reason. They genuinely have a more sincere philosophy of
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FOR THE BIRDS Desiree Ellefson took her 13-month-old pet parrot named Sunshine out for a stroll on a Friday afternoon. With grown children who are out of the house and her husband away on business as a logging truck driver a lot of the time, Sunshine keeps her company, Ellefson told the Herald. “She’s the reason I get out of bed in the morning,” Ellefson said. She also said she prefers parrots to more traditional pets such as cats and dogs because of the birds’ ability to talk. Sunshine can say ‘Hello,’ ‘I love you,’ and ‘Ouch.’ Ellefson also has an African grey parrot, and plans on getting a third. Michael Potestio/Herald
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evaluators — it’s real people who check in and monitor their students’ progress. Because of that personalization, the small staff at SCIDES has a big workload, she said. “We fill a niche, definitely,� she said. Though this is her first foray into educational administration, Mullin has had active leadership roles in other areas, including on boards of non-profit societies, and as a leader of a group that started a recycling program in Fort St. James. Locally, Mullin acted as race director for the 2014 Merritt Country Run. She brings to the role a masters degree in education with a focus on curriculum development, leadership and administration. “I see myself bringing people together and finding people’s attributes, their specialties, their gifts and igniting the fire in them,� she said.
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase or lease of a new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LS/1LT (1SA/MH8), 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD (1SA), 2014 Chevrolet Trax LS FWD (1SA) equipped as described. Freight ($1,600) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. See dealer for details. *Offer available to retail customers in Canada between June 3, 2014 and June 30, 2014. Applies to new 2014 Chevrolet models, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD Pickups and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban models, excluding Chevrolet Corvette, at participating dealers in Canada. Employee price excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer administration fee, fees associated with filing at movable property registry/PPSA fees, duties, and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. ≠0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank or RBC Royal Bank for 36/60 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Sonic, Malibu/Cruze (excl Diesel), Camaro (excl Z28). Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $278/$167 for 36/60 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. 0% financing offer is unconditionally interest-free. ‡0.9%/2.9%/0.9% for 48 month lease available on all 2014 Cruze (excl Diesel)/2014 Equinox/2014 Trax based on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/ trade. Example: 2014 Cruze 1LT/2014 Equinox LS FWD/2014 Trax LS FWD lease pricing including Freight and Air Tax is $19,679/$25,801/$19,436 at 0.9%/2.9%/0.9% APR, with $600/$2,400/$2,050 down payment, bi-weekly payments are $99/$139/$99 for 48 months. Total obligation is $10,913/$16,977/$12,408 plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $9,284/$10,949/$7,509. ‡‡0% for 36 month lease available on 2014 Cruze (excl. Diesel) , Sonic, Malibu, and Impala based on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. ¥$1,500/$500 manufacturer to dealer lease cash available on 2014 Cruze LT/Equinox LS and has been applied to the offer. †$500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the purchase, finance and lease offers, and is applicable to retail customers only. An additional $1,350 manufacturer to dealer cash delivery credit has been applied to the cash purchase offer. Other credits available on select models. Offer ends June 30, 2014. >Based on WardsAuto.com 2012 Upper Small segment, excluding Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. Standard 10 airbags, ABS, traction control and StabiliTrak. *^U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are a part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). W Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. XComparison based on 2013 Polk segmentation: Compact SUV and latest competitive data available and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ++Comparison based on 2013 Polk segmentation: Compact SUV and latest competitive data available and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ~Visit onstar.ca for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After complimentary trial period, an active OnStar service plan is required. <>Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded Equinox the 2014 Top Safety Pick Award. ^Whichever comes first. See dealer for details. ^^Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. + The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.
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For students in Grades 10 through 12, it is expected that secondary schools will only be open for the purpose of administering exams. Students in rural areas may not have normal school bus service, the bulletin states. For graduating students planning to attend post-secondary school,
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Move to make exam prep, marking essential the bulletin states that most of those students are pre-admitted based on their current marks and B.C. post-secondary institutions are aware the strike could interfere with the flow of final marks. The BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) has applied to the LRB to have preparing both school-based and provincial exams as well as marking report cards deemed essential services. There are 15 provincial exam courses scheduled between June 16 and 26. SD58 chairman Gordon Comeau confirmed the province will lift the lockout so summer school classes can run. He said exams and report cards will be marked even if the
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We can change when we try By Dr. Gwen Randall-Young PSYCHOLOGY FOR LIVING
We often say or hear others say “that’s just the way I am.” This reflects the belief that there are certain traits of temperament about which we can do little. If efforts to change have been unsuccessful, that reaffirms our belief that some qualities are attributes we will have for life. This is not really the
case. In fact, scientists are suggesting that a combination of conscious choice, willpower and practice can actually re-wire the brain to overcome inborn tendencies. Consider those who have been addicted to cigarettes or alcohol. These substances are both physically and psychologically addicting. Yet, countless individuals have changed their patterns and given up these substances. If it is possible
to overcome addictive tendencies and change addictive behaviours, then it is also possible to change attitudes and responses. Whether we are talking about negative thinking, anger, selfcentredness, argumentativeness, low self-esteem, impatience, judging others or any other thought or behaviour pattern that does not serve us, it is possible to change. Often people are motivated to
quit smoking or drinking because these habits compromise or even threaten physical health. Certain attitudes and behaviours compromise or threaten the health of relationships with family, partners, or colleagues, and yet there is not the same motivation to ‘quit’ such destructive tendencies. Knowing we can change and that many others have successfully done so may encourage some to give it a
try. There are unlimited resources available to assist us in the form of books, CDs, workshops or seminars, therapy or spiritual practices. All that is required of us is the choice to change, openness to new ideas, and willingness to make the effort. Gwen Randall-Young is an author and award-winning psychotherapist.
Tips for doing yard tasks safely this summer DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN Have you noticed how the spring weather triggers many people’s primal residential urges to pull weeds, plant flowers, and get the garden started? In my office, the spring weather also signifies something. It is the onset of an influx of people coming into my office with a sore back as a result of working too long and hard in their yard. In order to prevent this from happening, please be conscious of the following tips while gardening or doing yard tasks. First of all, give your muscles a chance to warm up before working in the yard or garden. Practice stretching with the various movements
you will be performing while working in the yard. Another option is to take a 10 to 15-minute brisk walk around the block to warm up your muscles. When using a hedge trimmer, keep your back straight and use short side to side strokes to avoid repetitive excessive rotation of your upper and lower back. Wide, sweeping side to side motions will irritate the joints of your spine. Make sure the shoulder straps are at least a few inches wide and ideally they are padded. Otherwise, the shoulder straps will dig into the muscles of your shoulders and neck. Pause after three to five minutes. Keep overhead work to five-minute episodes. This is especially true if you are holding a hedge trimmer or some other weighted tool above your head. Avoid extreme reaching with one arm. Not only is this stressful on your shoulder, but it can result in a fall if you are on a
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ladder. One of the most notorious gardening activities that often results in back pain is shovelling. This activity requires repetitive bending and twisting of the back, while lifting a shovel full of material. The lower back is generally a strong and stable part of the body. However, when used improperly, problems will arise. When shovelling, both feet should be planted firmly and the pelvis should be facing wherever the shovel is digging. When a person digs at an angle or at the side of their body, this puts the back in a vulnerable twisted position. This is especially true when a person is digging in front of themselves and then twists to throw the dirt to a different spot. Doing this for a long period of time is really a bad idea. If a person has to move dirt from one spot to another, he or she should dig in front of them and then reposition his or
her feet and pelvis to face the spot where the dirt is to be deposited. This prevents the back from twisting at all and keeps it in a safe and neutral position. When using a wheelbarrow, the same rules apply. The back should remain straight when lifting and pushing a wheelbarrow. Do not fill the wheelbarrow completely full, as it will be top-heavy. If the wheelbarrow is in the process of tipping and a person tries hard to prevent it, this is a prime scenario for a back injury to occur. Keep these tips in mind when doing your spring and summer yard tasks. As well, see your chiropractor prior to attempting the yard tasks so that your back is functioning at its full potential. As much as I love helping people with their low back injuries, I feel that preventing an injury from happening in the first place is much better than trying to treat it after the fact.
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5th Annual Merritt Country Run a winner By Ian Webster THE HERALD
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Over 300 participants and their entourages converged on Voght Park Sunday morning for the 5th Annual Merritt Country Run. Mother Nature once again co-operated, as near-perfect race conditions resulted in some outstanding performances and a great deal of fun in the sun. “I thought it was a great day,” said race director Colleen Mullin, who has taken over from event founder and driving force Mary Jorgensen. “We had a very strong committee this year, and everything just sort of came together.” On behalf of her committee, Mullin was quick to express her gratitude to the community-at-large for all its generous support in making the Merritt Country Run a success. “Practically everything that was done for the race was done locally,” she said. “We had so many in-kind donations and forms of assistance from individuals, groups and businesses.” It’s the communityfeeling that surrounds the annual event that makes it so special, according to Mullin. “We’re one of the last two or three runs in the province that is still
being operated as a nonprofit society with all proceeds staying within the community. All the other races have been bought up by big [event] companies.” One hundred per cent of the net profits from the annual Merritt Country Run are donated toward the Jumpstart program for local youth. The MCR total is matched by Canadian Tire. Local runners made their presence felt in this year’s Country Run as Merrittonians past and present won three of the day’s races. Current residents Mark Nendick, 36, and Cari Barquest, 53, swept the men’s and women’s 10-kilometre event. West Kelowna’s Stephanie Lisle, 39, who grew up in Merritt, placed first in the women’s 21K race. Other notable finishes by Merritt participants were Merrill Livesey (3rd, 5K women), Charmen Thoms (2nd, 10K women) along with Shaun Kuzio and Ravi Singh (2nd and 3rd respectively, 21K men). There were plenty of inspirational stories surrounding Sunday’s Country Run, including Fast Eddy from Kamloops (see below) who finished fifth in the 10K run on Sunday while pushing a threewheeled transport buggy.
FAST EDDY: A Man on a Mission You could say Eddy Dostaler (right) is driven. The energetic 25-year-old from Kamloops with the nickname ‘Fast Eddy’ has a dream, a vision, and he plans to do something about it. In 2015, Dostaler will embark on a 354-day unassisted run across Canada and back — a distance of over 21,000 kilometres — in a campaign to raise awareness and money for both the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada and the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. The two-way trip across our vast nation in one go has never been accomplished before. “If we set our minds to it, we can accomplish anything,” said Dostaler in a press release. “Maybe we don’t solve Alzheimer’s or breast cancer tomorrow or in 10 years. But if we stand up and make the effort, anything is possible.” Dostaler was inspired to take on his personall challenge by two childhood heroes — Terry Fox and Rick Hansen — by his grandmother, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and by the recent passing of a revered college professor of his. “I want to show people that no matter what happens in this world, we can overcome the hurdles,” says Dostaler. “Our actions will be heard. I believe together we can beat anything.” Ian Webster/Herald
Will Rodgers, a 55-year-old ultramarathon competitor from Vancouver, rode his bike to Merritt on Saturday, competed in the 21K race Sunday morning and rode back to the Coast that afternoon. Rodgers is scheduled to compete in an Ultraman event in Penticton in August that includes double-Ironman distances. “I think the Begin to Run program here in Merritt definitely needs to be mentioned,” said Mullin. “Many of the members of this year’s group started out their training just walking. They weren’t able to run a kilometre. This weekend, they ran five kilometres, some even 10. They’re pretty special individuals.” The Begin to Run program, which is led by Merritt Country Run personnel, has spawned the creation of the Merritt Country Kickers — a group of local runners committed to continuing their training and entering other events around the province. Youth were well represented at this year’s Merritt Country Run with another successful two-lap event for the wee tots, and lots of participation by
2014 MERRITT COUNTRY RUN TOP FINISHERS 5K - Male 1. Tristan Sandhu, Vancouver 17:41 2. Craig Asselstine, New Westminster 21:17 3. Sho Irie, Princeton 21:20 5K - Female 1. Chantel Jeffrey, Blind Bay 2. Faryn Brown, Kamloops 3. Merrill Livesey, Merritt
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10K - Male 1. Mark Nendick, Merritt 2. Don Brimacombe, Kamloops 3. Jon Shephard, Kamloops
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10K - Female 1. Cari Barquest, Merritt 2. Charmen Thoms, Merritt 3. Andrea Reynolds, Vancouver
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21K - Male 1. Ryan Pidhirniak, Kamloops 2. Shaun Kuzio, Merritt 3. Ravi Singh, Merritt
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21K - Female 1. Stephanie Moore, West Kelowna 1:51:44 2. Anna Sember, Merritt 1:55:53 3. Kelly Donaldson, Merritt 1:58:30
Complete results will be published in the Tuesday, June 17 edition of the Merritt Herald local elementary school students in the longer distances. If this year’s successful event is any indication, things are only going to get bigger and better for the Merritt Country Run. A job well done!
CHAMPIONS (Top right) Ryan Pidhirniak, 26, from Kamloops raises a hand as he crosses the finish line first in the 21K race at the Merritt Country Run on Sunday. (Right) Local winners included Stephanie Lisle, now living in West Kelowna, Mark Nendick and Cari Barquest. (Below) Will Gregoire, 12, gets some encouragement at the finish of the 5K run from his little sister Everleis, 5, and fellow participant Brenda Curnow. Ian Webster/Herald
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POOLSIDE CHAT New Merritt Otters Swim Club coaches Chelsea Harris (left) and Deidra Holmwood flank a contingent of young swimmers at practice on Monday of this week. The Merritt club will host over 250 swimmers from nine Interior communities at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre on the weekend. Ian Webster/Herald THE HERALD
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Close to 250 young swimmers, representing nine different Interior clubs, will descend upon the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre this weekend for the annual Merritt Otters Swim Club Invitational. The local club hopes to have as many as 45 of its own swimmers taking part in the home meet, including close to a dozen first-time competitors. This year’s Otters club is coached by Chelsea Harris and Deidra Holmwood. “Chelsea is from Salt Spring Island and Deidra comes from Lumby,” said swim club president Kylie Thomas. “They’re both very experienced in coaching, and have solid backgrounds in swimming.” Thomas went on to add that this year’s registration has seen an influx of youngsters between the ages of six and 10. “There’s lots of boys, which is nice to see from the gender-equity perspective,” she added with a laugh. Races start at 9 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Spectators are most welcome. There will be a full concession on both days, run by the Merritt Centennials Booster Club. “And for those dads looking for something to do on Sunday morning, the Booster Club will be serving up a Father’s Day pancake breakfast.” Over at the Merritt rodeo grounds in Collettville, a Little Britches rodeo will
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be taking place on both Saturday and Sunday. Young cowboys and cowgirls from the Nicola Valley and throughout south-central B.C. will be competing in traditional rodeo events such as barrel racing, goat tying, pole bending, breakaway and dummy roping, steer riding and chute dogging. Action at the rodeo grounds begins at 10 a.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. Sunday. The Shulus arena will be the site of plenty of lacrosse on the weekend as a total of nine games are slated for Saturday and Sunday. The Nicola Valley Thunder bantams will continue their quest for a berth at this year’s Provincials with a doubleheader against the Penticton Heat on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
and 1:30 p.m. The Thunder peewees take to the floor at 12 noon against Kelowna, while the Nicola Valley novices entertain North Okanagan at 3 p.m. On Sunday, a novice mini-tournament is taking place with four teams squaring off in a series of round robin games. The Nicola Valley novices
play their games at 11:30 a.m. against Kamloops and at 4 p.m. versus Shuswap. Also on Sunday, the Nicola Valley Dirt Riders’ annual Bar Bender Classic motorcycle races are set to run at the Shumway Lake trails, located 10 km up Aberdeen Road in Lower Nicola. Onsite registration for
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with my son, the health care is big business and some people make a lot of money with it. Do you see that we are caught in the middle of things? What we eat, drink, smoke, or chew is big business for those who supply it and it too is big money.
As we look at the weather we’ve had so far this year, it has been different that What do we put into our minds? How normal. The weather forecast is that it will do we think? get worse with floods and droughts, storms, I used to play a bit of hockey. I loved fires. Crops could be affected and that it. It was not a big money game, just fun. could raise the prices of food. Now I watch the odd game and it bothers Jesus also mentioned that there would me how the players treat each other. The be increased health problems. Just look game is so rough. The players get points for around at you can see that it is everywhere. how they treat the others. When there is a Much of our health problems are caused by fight, the crowd cheers. The poor players. what we take into our bodies. Look what They may get hauled away on a stretcher? we do if it tastes good or makes us feel There are head injuries, like Sidney Crosby’s good. We eat it or drink it in abundance. If concussion. These things could cause everybody does it, we don’t take the time problems when the players get older. to consider what it does to our body, the What is the big thing that is behind all one body that the good Lord gave us. this?? It is money! And is that what the When we are not well we go to the Creator, the Provider wants for His people, Doctor and we get medicines from them. His children? One day this will all come to But here in the USA, where I currently live an end.
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Vernon Howard Rambo Born December 4th, 1929 Died June 5th, 2014 When Vern was 15 years old he hopped a train and headed west from Saskatchewan. He spent many years all over Vancouver Island as a logger. He lived in Port Coquitlam, retired. Then seeking adventure moved to Tumbler Ridge, meeting many good friends, one being his wife Helen Clark. It was then he acquired a family, that he enjoyed so much. Vern also spent time woodworking, he took great pride in using only the proper hammer or chisel to do the job. Vern was a kind and generous man, always a gentleman. Vern leaves his loving wife Helen, Elaine (Jim) Haywood-Farmer, Ron Clark, sister Frieda Hinds of Saskatchewan, nephews and nieces and many grand children and great grandchildren. A special thank you to Grandchildren Andy and Terri and also all the staff of the Coquihalla House and Interior Health.
Mildred Lockhart Nov 9, 1921 - May 30, 2014
We regret to announce the passing of Mildred (Mom, Grandma) at Talarico Place, Castlegar BC. Mildred was pre decrease by her husband Peter in 2004, daughter Valerie in 1999, grandson Don in 1994. Mom is survived by her son Rick(Pat) of Castlegar, Granddaughter Lori(Ray Grenkow) Portage of Prairie Manitoba. Louise(Ivan Lewis) Castlegar. Craig Lockhart(Alberta) Ray Cooper(Lower Mainland) Tom & Darren Wallace(Ontario) Chosen granddaughter Shannon (Len Libratore) Princeton. Numerous greats and great great grandchildren. A celebration of Mildreds life will be held at the Balaire Restaurant banquet room in Princeton on July 5th at 1:00pm. Family internment to follow. Mom's request in lieu of Æowers, donations can be made to the W.I. in either Merritt or Princeton.
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Lower Nicola Indian Band Department: PUBLIC & CAPITAL WORKS Position: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT Reporting to and under the direction of the Public Works Clerk, the Maintenance Technician Assistant is responsible for assisting in water sampling, minor repairs and maintenance to community buildings and updating and maintaining the Public Works Àling system.
Areas of responsibility: • Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Lower Nicola Indian Band policies and procedures; • Gather water samples, including analyzing, documenting, sealing, packaging and sending to Provincial Health Authorities; • Conducting minor repairs and maintenance to LNIB buildings; • Updating, maintaining and improving Public Works Àling system; Required qualiÀcations • Grade 12 graduation or equivalent • Knowledge and experience in general maintenance and repair; • Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with people; • Good communication and organizational skills; • Good computer skills; • Knowledge of general work safe procedures; • Possess WHMIS certiÀcate (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System); • Physically able to meet the demands of bending, lifting and twisting positions; • Must have a class 5 driver’s license, mandatory; • Interest in pursuing a career in Construction and/or Public Works Àeld. If you possess the necessary qualiÀcations and skills, please forward your cover letter, resume and salary expectations, in the strictest conÀdence, by July 4, 2014, to: Lower Nicola Indian Band Human Resources Department 181 Nawishaskin Lane Merritt, B.C., V1K 0A7 Email: executiveassistant@lnib.net Fax: (250) 378-6188 Please insert Maintenance Technician Assistant into email subject heading.
20 • THURSDAY, June 12, 2014 COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER Interior Community Services-Merritt is looking to hire casual Community Support Workers for our Community Inclusion programs which provide individualized support for adults with disabilities to access the community and develop life skills. The support worker accompanies and supervises individuals to participate in activities and opportunities that enhance independence and conÀdence, build relationships and social skills, improve physical and emotional health, and encourage meaningful and rewarding community connections. Successful candidates will have a Community and School Support Worker certiÀcate or related education and recent related experience. Current CPR-C and Foodsafe certiÀcations are required. Frequent travel is required. Must have a valid Class V driver’s license, safe driving record and own reliable vehicle. Please submit resume to: careers@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca The full job posting is available at www.interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca
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High School Science Marker Required: The South Central Interior Distance Education School is looking for a contract marker for grade 10, 11 and 12 Science courses.
Reporting to and under the direction of the Public Works Clerk, the Grounds Maintenance Worker is responsible for the general upkeep, lawn maintenance and landscaping duties for the Lower Nicola Indian Band properties.
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Areas of responsibility: • Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Lower Nicola Indian Band policies and procedures; • Performs grass mowing, raking, weeding gardens, watering lawns, pruning trees; • Maintains lawns and grass along roadsides; • Operates and maintains power mowers and other landscaping equipment; • Performs other manual duties to clean and maintain landscaped environments; Required qualiÀcations • Must be a student going back to school; • Knowledge and experience in general lawn and landscape maintenance; • General knowledge and experience with lawn mower, weed eater and landscaping equipment; • Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with people; • Knowledge of general work safe procedures; • Possess WHMIS certiÀcate (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), preferred; • Physically able to meet the demands of bending, lifting and twisting positions; • Must have a class 5 driver’s license, mandatory; If you possess the necessary qualiÀcations and skills, please forward your cover letter, resume and salary expectations, in the strictest conÀdence, by June 13, 2014, to: Lower Nicola Indian Band Human Resources Department 181 Nawishaskin Lane Merritt, B.C., V1K 0A7 Email: executiveassistant@lnib.net Fax: (250) 378-6188 Please insert Maintenance Technician Assistant into email subject heading.
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May 1st - June 30th, 2014 * See a sales representative for more details. Must purchase 2 or more appliances
The purchase of a qualifying Frigidaire® High Efficiency Top Load Laundry Pair between May 1st - June 30th, 2014. See a sales associate for full offer details. Eligible Laundry Pairs: FAHE4044MW/CARE4044MW, FAHE4044MW/FARG4044MW, FAHE1011MW/CARE1011MW, FAHE1011MW, FARG1011MW
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** City Furntiture will pay the equivalent of the GST & PST on Frigidaire Professional & Frigidaire Gallery appliances.
2025 Coutlee Ave., Merritt
Hours:
Monday to Friday 9 am - 6:00 pm Saturday: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Closed Sundays & Holidays 123 456 789
Phone: 250-378-2332