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Lockout looming for Canada Post workers Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

The possibility of mail service grinding to a halt is sure to have wide ranging effects in Merritt, especially for those who rely on government assistance cheques to pay their rent.

Managing broker and owner of Royal LePage in Merritt and Logan Lake, Claudette Edenoste, said no one from the

government nor Royal LePage itself has communicated what the alternative payment method would be in the event of a stop to mail delivery.

Postal services could stop as early as Saturday, July 2, as Canada Post and the union representing its employees remain far apart on negotiating a new contract.

“It’s going to have a negative impact for sure,” Edenoste said.

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“We haven’t heard anything, so I’d like to know what [the government] is going to do about this.”

She said the local office has been informing people who pay their rent in this way that mail delivery could be stopped, but many renters who pay through the government don’t know what the alternatives are.

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From Front “A lot of people don’t get the cash in their hands, it’s arrangements made with the ministry,� Edenoste said. “Some people have mental health issues and we get their cheques directly,� she said. “I guess we’re just hoping for the best and keeping our fingers crossed,� Edenoste said.

Canada Post is already informing customers to prepare for a possible work stoppage, and Wednesday was the last day to ensure an item is delivered without it being caught in limbo due to job action.

The results of a Canadian Union of Postal Workers strike vote held last weekend showed overwhelming support for the union to take job action.

Nationally, 91 per cent of rural and suburban postal workers voting in favour of a strike and 94 per cent of urban operations were in favour.

Lara Plummer, local president of Canadian Postal Workers Union said they hope it won’t come to a strike, but think Canada Post is preparing for a lockout. “We feel there’s going to be a lockout,�

Plummer said. “They’re [Canada Post] acting like there will be a labour disruption.�

The union said in a press release that Canada Post rejected a request to extend the July 2 deadline by two weeks, and believe the company is indeed preparing to lock out its workforce.

In the event of a labour disruption, Canada Post will not operate. Mail and parcels will not be delivered, and no new items will be accepted, the Crown corporation stated in a press release. Any mail and parcels within the postal system during a work disruption will be secured and delivered as quickly as possible once operations resume.

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INSIDE A potential strike is looming for Canada Post workers, which would mean the local post office would be closed for the duration of the strike, though any mail left in the 3,000 P/O boxes would be accessible. Herald file photo.

event of a work stoppage and and any parcels left there will remain until work resumes, however, any mail sitting in the building’s 3,000 P/O boxes can still be picked up, said post office lead hand Joan Klassen.

She advises that anyone expecting a package at the post office come pick it up before Saturday.

There are a few hundred parcels currently backlogged at the local post office, she said.

City of Merritt director of finance Sheila Thiessen said they are advising that residents not mail their property tax payments, which are due July 4. “We’re required by law to apply the penalty as of July 5 on anything that’s outstanding, and if we haven’t received a payment, it’s outstanding,� she said.

Thiessen said any scenario in which payments made via mail that gets held up would probably have to be investigated on a case by case basis.

She said the city typically encourages people to pay online or in person anyway.

There are about five employees who work out of the Merritt post office.

Postal workers have been without a new contract in place since the end of 2015.

The issues centre around Canada Post, a Crown corporation, wanting more flexibility from postal workers so packages can be delivered 24/7 to keep pace with private competition. “We want to help save the company,�

Plummer said. “We want to save our jobs. We have ideas to help keep Canada Post viable.�

Canada Post also wants to use a revised pension-plan system for new hires that would replace the defined benefit plan enjoyed by current members. The defined contribution plan would be similar to that increasingly used by private firms, setting retirement income on market-based returns. —With files from Kamloops This Week

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Drunks still a priority for RCMP Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt Mounties are maintaining the same strategic priorities from last year, and want to make a greater effort to target open drinking in the downtown core this summer.

RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore said the RCMP plan to have officers doing more patrols to deter public intoxication.

She said she’s seen a decrease in the amount of people drinking in Spirit Square since the Community Policing Office moved there about a month ago.

She said she’s already confiscated and poured out liquor that people have brought there to drink.

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RCMP strategic priorities for 2016-17 include foot and bike patrols, youth initiatives, curfew compliance checks, licensed premise checks, education on domestic violence and engaging First Nations communities.

Police are keeping the same strategic priorities as last year because many have been making progress and therefore it wouldn’t make sense to conclude them, Staff Sgt. Sheila White said at a City of Merritt police committee meeting earlier this month. “We’re very reluctant to change the priorities because they’re working for us and in order to have success we’re going to continue on and [focus on] the same priorities [because] they are the issues we see in the community,� White told the Herald.

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PUBLIC NOTICE – 2015 ANNUAL REPORT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 99(3) of the Community Charter that Council will consider the 2015 Annual Report at its June 28, 2016 Regular Council Meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC. The Annual Meeting will be held July 12, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC.

The Annual report will be available for public review at City Hall and on the City’s website at www. merritt.ca on June 24, 2016. The Annual Report includes; Departmental Reports, Audited Financial Statements and Permissive Tax Exemptions.

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PROPERTY TAX DUE DATE IS JULY 4, 2016 AT 4:30 P.M. We are nearing the July 4th due date so please ensure that your taxes are paid and your Home Owner Grant is claimed by this date so that you are not charged a late payment penalty. Also, please remember that online payments can take up to three full business days to process, so if paying online, allow time for this.

For residential home owners if you’re not paying your taxes in full please make sure you claim the Home Owner Grant by July 4, 2016, 4:30 p.m. to avoid penalty on the grant amount.

Payments are accepted at City Hall located at 2185 Voght Street and payment can be: cheque, debit, or cash. To avoid lineups or to bring in payment outside of office hours the City of Merritt has a secured drop box located outside the front doors of the building. You can also mail your payment but as we near closer to the due date please remember that your payment must be in the City’s office by the due date as post marks are not accepted. In addition online bank payments must be received by City Hall on July 4th.

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Potential Postal Strike May Impact Paying Property Taxes Merritt, B.C. - With the looming threat of a postal labour dispute, the City of Merritt is warning the public to take precautions with their property tax payments and Home Owner grant applications.

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Canada Post could potentially cease delivery as early as July 2nd, and Merritt property taxes are due on July 4th. To eliminate the risk of your payment not being received on time, it recommended this close to the deadline that any taxpayers avoid sending payment through the mail.

All activities will be held at Rotary Park 7:00 AM -11:00 AM (CIVIC CENTRE) Pancake Breakfast – Knights of Columbus 11:30 AM - 1 PM - Nicola Valley Community Band, Art in the Park NOON - Speeches, Flag Raising Ceremony, Signing of O’Canada, Canada Day cake 1:00 – 3:00 PM Q101 Games in the Park 3:00 - 5:00 PM Corey’s Croquet Challenge 7:10 - 7:40 PM - Love to Dance Troupe 7 - 8:30 PM: Games, vendors, food, Smart Step, Fire Dept.

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A Canada Post post-mark is not considered proof of on-time payment. Homeowners are asked to make payments through their financial institution’s online or telephone banking, or in person at City Hall.

Homeowners are also reminded that they must claim their Homeowner’s Grant before the deadline of July 4th as well. Visit www.merritt.ca to claim the grant online.

Outstanding current tax balances after the due date, including unclaimed Homeowner’s Grants, are subject to a ten percent penalty on the first day after the tax due date.

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Celebrate Canada Day Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The City of Merritt will be hosting the annual Canada Day celebration in Rotary Park again this year, with plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

They day will kick off with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus, from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m.

After that, the Nicola Valley Community Band will be performing, while Art in the Park takes place around Rotary Park.

The performance is scheduled for 11 a.m.

At noon, speeches, a flag raising ceremony and the singing of “O Canada� will take place, while cake will also be served around lunch time.

Local radio station Q101 will be hosting a variety of games in the

park, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m., which will be followed by the inaugural “Corey’s Croquet Challenge.�

Put on by Corey Fischer, a radio host at Q101, the croquet challenge will be a two hour affair, lasting from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m.

At 7:10 p.m., the Love to Dance Troupe will take the stage for a live performance of their dance routine — and at the 12 hour mark of the festivities, things will just be getting underway.

At 8:45 p.m., those who brought a food bank item will be invited to watch a movie in the park — this year, the film is Norm of the North, an animated film about a polar bear who takes down a multi-national corporation.

Lastly, following the conclusion of the movie, there will be the annual fireworks display.

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VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Morning after the night before Everybody in British politics had been talking about the probable consequences of a vote to leave the European GWYNNE DYER Union for months, but The international they are nev- STAGE ertheless all in shock now that they face the reality of Brexit.

The level of voters’ remorse is so high that a re-run of the referendum today would probably produce the opposite result. But it is hard to imagine how such a thing could be justified. (Best two out of three referendums?)

The remorse has been driven by the collapse of the pound, panic in the markets, and other consequences of a “Leave” vote that the Brexit campaign had promised would not happen. Moreover, leaders of the “Leave” campaign like Boris Johnson, Nigel Farage and Ian Duncan Smith are rapidly walking away from the inflated or simply untrue claims that they made during the campaign.

It is also now clear that the EU will not be generous and patient in negotiating the British departure.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel told the Bundestag that the EU would not tolerate British “cherry-picking” when negotiations on subjects like trade and the free movement of people finally begin. “There must be and will be a noticeable difference between whether a country wants to be a member of the European Union family or not,” she said.

The Brexit leaders had no plan for what to do after winning the referendum, probably because they didn’t really expect to win it. And their nightmare deepened when Prime Minister David Cameron, the man who had called the referendum in the belief that Brexit would be rejected,

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Housing market hot in Thompson-Okanagan In 2015, the Thompson-Okanagan had the highest population growth rate in B.C., which stimulated our region’s overall economy.

According to the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) Regional Check-Up, the red hot Vancouver housing market looks to be making its way east, having spillover effects on the region.

Some Lower Mainland homeowners are cashing out and relocating to the Interior.

David Wilson, CPA, CMA, vice president, finance and administration at Mission Hill Family Estates attended the CPABC Kelowna Economic Roundtable in June. He noted that, “Anecdotally, we know people are moving to the Okanagan from the Lower Mainland to be mortgage-free. The baby boomers and Generation X are looking for a lifestyle change and are bringing their assets and their families here.”

This has resulted in higher prices and record real estate sales. The influx of roughly 8,000 new residents to the region resulted in a nine per cent increase in housing sales, which has driven housing values up by 3.1 per cent, and spurred a six per cent increase in housing starts.

The boom in the housing market was expected to stimulate job creation in both

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construction and real estate related services.

However, while real estate was up by 500 positions, construction, particularly in road, utility, and residential, showed a contraction of employment. In fact, our region’s construction industry realized the greatest losses in the goods sector, dipping by 4,100 jobs. However, the decline in residential construction employment suggests that overstocked housing inventories may have been drawn down.

Additionally, the population increase has led to a boom in the service sector, which saw its third consecutive year of gains. Seven of 11 industries within the service sector reported increased employment in 2015. The 3,800 new service sector jobs were concentrated in transportation and warehousing; other services; and the business, building, and other support service industries.

The Okanagan’s technology sector has also benefited from the population gains, as evidenced by the increase in professional, scientific, and technical service jobs, and the region is becoming a hub for the tech sector. Raghwa Gopal, CEO of Accelerate Okanagan, noted at the June roundtable that, “The technology sector is probably one of the fastest growing sectors in B.C. right now, especially here in the Okanagan. There are 89,000 workers in B.C.’s

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tech sector, that’s more than oil, gas, forestry, and mining combined.”

In May 2016, Kelowna had 219 residential building starts, driven by a large number of new condominium developments. This was a significant increase when compared to the same time last year at only 74 new residential building starts. Increased sales activity in the resale market, low housing inventory, and low vacancy rates are fuelling our region’s housing market.

However, as Lower Mainland residents continue to uproot and relocate to Kelowna, there is a growing concern for underemployment.

David McDougall, CPA, CMA, president of Okanagan Blenz, echoed this concern at the roundtable discussion, “There are lots of talented people here that are underemployed.

They’re not in their twenties. They’re later on in their career and moved here and bought a house. They’ve shed all of their debt, but are kind of idle. There’s a real pool of talent and experience here and they’re just waiting for us to figure out how to tap into it.”

Karen Christiansen, FCPA, FCA is a partner at MNP LLP in Kelowna. The CPABC Regional Check-Up reports are available online at:www.bccheckup.com.

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Brexit: a train wreck

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RE: DYER: VENEZUELA AND SAUDI ARABIA — SHARING THE WEALTH (June 22) You forgot to mention a big difference between the countries. Unlike Saudi Arabia, Venezuela took clear actions to destroy market mechanisms and private enterprise. They implemented massive price controls of food items which made it impossible for consumer product companies to produce those items at a profit. The government also expropriated many farms and companies that they ran to the ground. For example, they took over the cement and steel companies and now they can’t produce either. The government messed up the foreign exchange mechanism and dried up supply of dollars for companies to import raw materials. They also printed massive amounts of new money which caused massive inflation. In short, they destroyed the economy. That’s is a big difference vs. Saudi Arabia.

— posted by “Martin Cinde” on June 23

RE: ALBAS: THE STATS ON PARLIAMENT (June 28) Such a strange comment from the representative of a previous government who would actually shut Parliament down at will. Wondering how many days Mr. Albas regretted missing then!? We didn’t hear about that.

— posted by “Laurel Robertson” on June 29

RE: COPS TO COLLECT GUNS (June 20) If you are considering turning in your firearms why not consider donating them to a qualified firearms safety instructor instead. Firearms safety training is a very important aspect of gun control and you could be providing a benefit to all rather than seeing your guns chopped up.

— posted by “Allen Peters” on June 22

RE: BATTLE OVER CORBETT LAKE CONTINUES (June 22) Public property, must maintain public access, plain and simple. For if we do not maintain public access to public lands and waters, we set the precedence. Then, where does it end? I’ll tell you where it ends. It ends with the tycoon with the most money, locking down every square inch of profitable land, solely for personal gain and prosperity, rather than a land where we all share. Where would you rather be? Bedford Falls, or Pottersville? Time for people to figure out the fact that they are included in the issue, whether they like it or not, and be vocal in opposition to such land use practices. Or you will default to Pottersville!!!

— posted by “Ken” on June 23

RE: WAGNER: LYRICS COULD CREATE CRISIS — OR NOT (June 22) So Wagner is this a editorial or “Canada Laugh In?” Your poor understanding of “in all thy sons’ command,” by stating that this is a awkward phrase shows a complete lack of understanding and patriotism and your use of self-righteous liberalism is disgusting! What that phrase means is that every Canadian citizen has a duty to protect their NATION not ruling government (politicians and bureaucrats). At least 74 dissenting Conservative MP’s can see through the utter nonsense of gender neutrality/there are far bigger issues and problems that the rainbow dictatorship of Justin Trudeau could be working on, but the Liberals seem to think that social issues drive the nation’s economy! I wonder if a Liberal MP is dumb enough to make a motion to change the French version of the national anthem?

Crisis?! Wake UP and get ready! Comedy doesn’t build a nation — For Christ, Queen and Country!

— posted by “Michael Beauclair” on June 23

From Page 6 took his revenge on the leading Brexiteers.

Announcing his resignation, Cameron promised to stay in office until October to give the Conservative Party time to find a new leader. And during that time, contrary to his previous statements, he would not invoke Article 50 of the Lisbon treaty.

Article 50 is the trigger that would start the irrevocable process of negotiating Britain’s exit from the EU. By not pulling it for months, Cameron is allowing time for the painful consequences of leaving the EU to mount up and become horribly clear.

Then the new prime minister and leader of the Conservative Party, probably Boris Johnson, will have the honour of pulling the trigger and taking the blame for making that pain permanent.

So it’s hardly surprising that Johnson, despite having pulled off the most remarkable coup in British politics for decades, was looking distinctly glum on the Morning After the Night Before. He looks and behaves like a well-bred British version of Donald Trump, but his “dumb blond” act is just a facade. His political future has been sabotaged, and he knows it.

But will all this fear and remorse really lead to some sort of turn-around in the exit process? Left to stew in its own juices for six months, British politics might eventually come up with a typically muddled compromise that postponed the final break with the EU indefinitely — but it isn’t going to have six months.

“The European Union as a whole has been taken as a hostage by an internal party fight of the Tories (the British Conservatives),” said Martin Schultz, the president of the European Parliament.

“And I’m not satisfied today to hear that (Cameron) wants to step down only in October and once more everything is put on hold until the Tories have decided about the next prime minister.”

To make matters worse the opposition Labour Party is also descending into chaos, with leader Jeremy Corbyn facing a revolt over his half-hearted support for the “Remain” campaign, which may have been the main reason for Brexit’s narrow victory. (Half the Labour Party’s traditional supporters didn’t even know that their own party supported staying in the EU.) Both major British political parties, for the moment, are essentially leaderless.

British politics is a train-wreck, unable and unwilling to respond to EU demands for rapid action, but the EU cannot afford to wait five or six months for the exit negotiations to begin. The markets need certainty about the future if they are not to go into meltdown, and one way or another the EU’s leaders will try to provide it. It is going to be a very ugly divorce.

Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS COMMUNITY GROUP

Rotary gets fresh start Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt’s Rotarians hope that by joining forces between the two existing Rotary clubs, they’ll be able to do twice as much for the community.

A dip in membership over the last couple years prompted the need to examine the idea of a merger between the Rotary Club of Merritt Sunrise, and the Rotary Club of Merritt, said Sonny Sekhon, a former Sunrise member.

The executive of the newly formed Rotary Club of Merritt: (from left, front) Sonny Sekhon, “It has been in the President; Kerstin Auer, President-Elect; Jacqueline Whitecross, Sergeant-at-Arms; Sheila works for a while. It was Whittaker, Treasurer; Sandy Labermeyer, Secretary. (Back row, from left): Paul Molnar, just time, both clubs were Secretary; David Brown, Treasurer; and Rick Olsen, Sergeant-at-Arms; are joined by Mike Dedels, Assistant District Governor (Area 1). Photo courtesy of the Rotary Club of Merritt. strong but they needed membership,” explained laid out its priorities for the next Merritt, said the merger will Sekhon, named president of the year yet — Sekhon said that allow the clubs to bring back newly united Rotary Club of process will take place over the events that were popular in the Merritt (which shares its name coming weeks — but the new past, but were cancelled due to with one of the old clubs). a lack of manpower on the part club is already looking for more On Saturday (June 25), the members to bolster their ranks. of the Rotary clubs. executive of the new Rotary “New members can contact “I’d also like to see events Club of Merritt was named at me or be invited to a meetlike the Crabfest, which never a dinner to mark the merger of ing by any other Rotarian,” happened this year… We will the two clubs. explained Sekhon. continue on with our mini golf, “[We’re] going from each The new Rotary Club of a big event from the sunrise club having about 30 to 40 club. I’d like to see the ‘Taste of Merritt meets on Monday members, to you know, 14 or 15 India’ event come back,” added nights at 5 p.m. at Brambles members on each club. By joinBakery & Cafe on Quilchena Sekhon. ing both of them, we’re back to Avenue, and prospective memIn 2013, the inaugural one strong club.” bers are asked to contact a Crabfest put on by the (old) The announcement of a current Rotarian to attend a Rotary Club of Merritt raised united club came at a timely $25,000, which was put towards meeting. For more information point for Rotarians in Merritt, on meetings, and membership, funding community groups at as both clubs had been pursuing contact Sekhon at 250 378 the time. the goal of bringing a Syrian 2332.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS EDUCATION FUNDING

New opportunities for disabled students Nicola Valley Institute of Technology celebrated its graduates The Nicola Valley Institute of earlier this year — one of the larger classes the school has ever Technology (NVIT) will be getting seen. With the announcement of funding to assist students with a little more welcoming to students disabilities or barriers to education, Ken Tourand hopes to build with disabilities and barriers to eduon that number next year. Michael Potestio/Herald cation, thanks to a one time grant of $75,000 from the provincial government.

The money comes as part of a Denie & Sheila Boyer would like to thank the people wider accessible transition project and businesses that helped get the Coldwater from the B.C. government, which Community Garden off to a good start. is providing $1.9 million to 20 post• Canadian Tire secondary institutions in B.C. to • Home Hardware increase training and resources for • Lower Nicola Backhoe - Chris Voigt students with learning disabilities.

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It is hoped that the funds will increase these students’ access to in-demand jobs such as the trades. There are 50 spaces being Denie and Sheila Boyer offered for students in the Bridging to Trades program in the communities of Lower Nicola, Coldwater and the Upper Nicola Indian Bands. These programs are scheduled to run until May 2017.

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Cops urge safe driving after two crashes Police caution drivers to wear seatbelts after man paralyzed in crash

Teen lucky to be alive after vehicle rollover Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

An 18-year-old man from the Lower Mainland remains in the Intensive Care Unit at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops following an accident Saturday afternoon (June 25).

The teen was riding in the flatbed of a pickup truck travelling around the Davis and Boss Lakes area of the Kane Valley, and ended up in a lake with the truck on top of him, RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore told the Herald.

The vehicle contained three other young men of similar age, including the driver who rolled the vehicle.

Dunsmore told the Herald the 28-year-old’s companions managed to pull him out from under the vehicle and began CPR. She said the man was revived by the time police arrived on scene.

She said she’s been informed by the hospital that the man is in stable condition and expected to make a full recovery.

None of the other passengers, nor the driver, who was issued a 24-hour roadside prohibition for alcohol, were injured in the crash.

Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

RCMP are warning people to buckle up after a man was paralyzed in an accident on Highway 5 south of Merritt.

The 33-year-old from the Lower Mainland wasn’t wearing his seatbelt when he was ejected from the passenger seat of an SUV travelling northbound Friday evening at 8 p.m., about six kilometres south of Merritt.

RCMP Cpl. Tim Lyons said the man was travelling with his girlfriend who was driving the vehicle and towing a camping trailer, which began to sway due to the wind.

“The driver lost control and went into the ditch,” Lyons said, adding that the vehicle rolled several times.

The female driver was wearing her seatbelt and suffered only minor injuries, but the man, who wasn’t wearing his, suffered a spinal injury to his upper back, Lyons said.

The man was sent to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops and then transferred to Vancouver General Hospital where he remains in the intensive care unit.

“He is probably going to be suffering from some level of paralysis from possibly a quadriplegic to a paraplegic,” Lyons said.

The woman wasn’t experienced in driving with

the trailer and no criminal charges will result from this incident, Lyons said.

He said the file is still under investigation to rule out any mechanical issues, which RCMP don’t suspect to have played a factor.

Lyons said it is absolutely critical to always wear a seatbelt.

“When you’re not wearing your seatbelt in a crash, you can go from minor injuries to serious injuries in a heartbeat,” Lyons said.

People tend to believe seatbelts cause more harm than good, he added.

However, at the end of the day that simply isn’t true, as any bumps and bruises sustained while wearing a seatbelt pale in comparison to what can happen if you’re not wearing one, he said

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Speeds stayed on Coquihalla Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

Increased speed limits on the Coquihalla Highway, which began in November 2014, will continue as this year, announced Transportation Minister Todd Stone Tuesday (June 28).

The route recorded its lowest crash rate in the past ten years, after the speed limit was increased from 110 km/h to 120 between Hope and Kamloops.

However, results are mixed from other routes the B.C. government raised speed limits on, which included 33 sections of rural highway, with average traffic speed and serious collisions up in seven sections.

The Okanagan Connector, from Merritt to Peachland, saw an increase in the serious collision rate after the speed limit was increased, while the average speed of drivers on the highway remained relatively stable.

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Canada’s national anthem has a long history.

First written by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier and Calixa Lavalee, “O Canada� became our anthem on July 1, 1980 — a hundred years after it was first sung on June 24, 1880.

Over the years our anthem saw several English versions and revisions. The anthem we sing today is from the 1908 version by Judge Robert Stanley Weir.

NARAYAN MITRA Weir’s version is an inspiring composition, You Gotta Have yet few Canadians have ever heard what he FAITH intended to be the final verse whose words go like this: “Ruler Supreme, who hearest humble prayer/Hold our dominion within thy loving care/Help us to find, O God, in thee/A lasting, rich reward/As waiting for the better day/We ever stand on guard/O Canada, glorious and free/O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.�

What an important message for our nation today! The good news is that our “Ruler Supreme� still hears the humble prayers of His people, and He still desires to answer with His transforming power.

When we sing the deeply spiritual words in our national anthem, as quoted from the prophetic words from Psalm 72:8 inscribed at the entryway to our national parliament, they present a stunning contrast to the moral degeneration and erosion of values we have witnessed in recent years.

Most Canadians are law-abiding citizens. But there are others who are fed up with the unfairness, the corruption, the unconcerned inefficiencies, and are tempted to take the law in their own hands.

It is certainly true that the government that governs least governs best.

That’s why Paul’s views on authorities and governments, depicted in chapter 13 of the book of Romans, might surprise them.

Speaking to the church at Rome, Paul said that love is the only law we need. His prescription for a smooth relationship between government and its citizens is based on a strange combination of officialdom and love.

What does love have to do with paying taxes or staying within the highway speed limits? Everything!

Wherever there are people, there’s bound to be a government of some kind. To Paul, all governments are in power because God has put them there.

This means that all governments, despotic dictatorships included, are part of God’s plan and permissive will. Tyrants carry out His purposes along with the saints.

Paul knew that no man can completely disassociate himself from his community. Being a member of a society brings responsibilities as well as privileges.

A man has duties to his nation as well as to his church even if he does not agree with everything the government stands for or does.

Without the organization and the protection of the state, we would all be forced to live by the law of the jungle — the survival of the strong and the vicious.

But perhaps Paul’s most important reason for counselling the church at Rome to support the government of the day was because he saw Rome as God’s tool for keeping the lid on an otherwise hopelessly explosive situation.

St. Paul believed in using the peaceful situation that prevailed during Rome’s rule of his time, pax Romana, to the advantage of the gospel.

As long as there was peace, Paul saw greater opportunity to spread the gospel. In Paul’s mind, the Roman government was helping him to do his missionary work.

For this reason, the wise Christian would always try to help, not hinder, the state.

And so, Paul gives a refresher course on good citizenship in Romans 13: “Obey the laws of the land, cooperate with the authorities, pay your taxes and give honour to high offices.�

The Christian citizen’s first question is not “What are my rights? Am I getting justice?� His first concern is: “Am I living by the law of love?�

The Christian who lives by the law of love does not see authorities as a threat. Nor does he see imperfections or even gross errors in government as reasons to riot or demonstrate unlawfully.

On the other hand, the Christian is not a bystander in his society. Actually, he should be in the thick of the battle for justice, morality and righteousness.

But the Christian operates with a different motive. He seeks justice for all, yes, but justice is primarily a negative concept based on avoiding or preventing the doing of wrong to others.

The law of love goes beyond justice. It seeks the positive doing of good to others. It is the only law a Christian needs. “God keep our land‌â€? Happy 149th, Canada!

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250-378-6166 – TF 1-877-841-2100 www.century21.ca/movingrealestate June 30th, 2016 - July 13th, 2016

FEATURE HOME

ATTENTION HORSE OWNERS 128 COLDWATER ROAD Stunning 13 acre property, close to the city with newer custom built 3 bedroom, 3 bath rancher with huge covered decks & fully finished daylight basement. Bright island kitchen, solid Mill Creek cabinets & raised eating bar, floor to ceiling rock F/P, blue Pine flooring & large rec. room. Meticulous outbuildings include 5 car garage/shop, hay shed, 40x36 barn with 5 stalls & tack room. Land is fully fenced and cross fenced, 2 wells, 3 paddocks and year round stream and pond.

#2700 PRIVATE SETTING

BARE LAND

NEW

NEW

WALK TO SHOPPING

NEW

$795,000 SPENCES BRIDGE

ON THE BENCH

NEW

NEW

DEVELOPERS

NEW

Located just 15 mins. from Merritt this 9.88 acres would be great to build your dream home on.

Easy access off highway, open with rolling hills, some trees and nice views. Has well in place & power on road.

Rare 3 bedroom rancher with full bsmt, inground pool & RV parking with very private backyard. Has many new updates including roof, siding, bathrms, paint, U/G sprinklers, deck, new pool deck & more.

Great starter home in the heart of the downtown. 2 bedroom rancher with kitchen/ eating area, good size living room and includes appliances. Good size yard with lane access, deck area and storage shed.

Beautiful 4 bedrm home with 2 car garage, extensive updates & backs onto city tennis courts. Great south facing views, private sundeck, full daylight basement, new pellet stove & mature landscaping.

Full side by side duplex with fenced yard, close to Thompson River world famous salmon fishing. Each side has 1 bedroom & 1 bath & approx. 475 sq.ft. plus common area enclosed porch.

Recreation commercial waterfront lots allows for Pub, restaurant, marina, store, accommodations, etc. There are a total of 3 lots available, listed separately and side by side for a total of approx. 12 acres.

#2698

#2701

#2702

#2703

#2713

#2710

$176,900 ACREAGE

$359,900 OVERLOOKS LAKE

ED DUC

NEW

$159,000

ON EXTRA LARGE LOT

NEW

RE

$369,900

FANTASTIC VIEWS

NEW

Stunning 4 bedrm, 3 bath home with fully fin. basement on 1 acre overlooking Nicola Lake.

Open concept, huge office/den, living room with vaulted ceilings, warm kitchen & dining area. Double garage, hot tub & patio.

Spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on extra large lot with lots of RV parking. Is close to shopping, hospital & school. This Bench home has a great yard with U/G irrigation, 8x10 storage shed, new roof & windows.

Nice 3 bedroom, 3 bath home in newer Bench location. Open concept design, deluxe kitchen, crown moldings throughout, living room with BI entertainment center and electric F/P. Seller will pay GST.

#2699

#2664

#2705

#2685

ON LARGE LOT

NEW

$699,900

CLOSE TO AMENITIES

$389,900 AT STUMP LAKE

NEW

NEW

RANCHER WITH VIEWS

NEW

Spacious rancher with 3 bedrooms and laundry on main plus 4th bedroom down with hobby room & workshop area. The lot is over 13,000 sq.ft. with room for a shop. Needs some TLC.

Gorgeous lakefront 3 bedroom custom built post and beam home with panoramic views on 3.5 acres. Cozy open plan kitchen, eating area & living room with HW floors, pellet stove, den & an attached garage.

4 bedrm rancher with level entry and full daylight basement on the view side of Parker Drive. 3 bedrms on the main, updated kitchen, HW floors & new sunroom. Basement has 4th bedrm, large family room & spacious laundry room.

#2707

#2708

#2709

#2706

$259,900

COLDWATER HILLS

$639,000

PRIME LOCATION

$359,000

2+ bedroom mobile with additions on a very nice landscaped 0.7 acre lot. Has attached single car garage with shop, covered patio area, many fruit trees and room for additional outbuildings.

Priced below assessment.

$229,900

$900,000

NEW

Nice 9.9 acres to build your dream home on, located 15 minutes from Merritt. Property has easy access off highway, is open with some trees, rolling hills and nice views. Well in place, power on road.

$176,900

$64,900

$309,900

Prime Bench location with 4 bedroom & 2.5 bath executive home has amazing views. This 4 level split features HW floors, central A/C, central vac, very private terraced backyard with U/G sprinklers & is close to golf course.

#2704

$359,900

Grandview Heights

PRICE REDUCTIONS!!

Located on Veale Road Prices starting at $139,900 + GST Beautiful 10 +/- acre parcels with gorgeous views of the Coldwater River, just 10 minutes from Merritt. Power at lot line & many lots have preapproved building & septic sites. Some lots have wells. New perimeter fencing.

Call for complete details. #1869

RESIDENTIAL VIEW LOTS Prices Starting at $85,000 + GST Fully serviced residential lots with fantastic views of the Nicola Valley and surrounding mountains. Close to shopping and college.

Start building your dream home today! #1726

Prices Starting at $89,000 + GST Located Off Lindley Creek Road This premier subdivision offers a rural living experience with expansive views of the Nicola Valley. Minimum lot size of 0.5 acre up to 0.96 acre, offers privacy and room to landscape. The cul de sac design guarantees no thru traffic and crown land surround entire property. Road are paved with city services in place. Call for details.

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#1928

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INVESTMENT

MOVE IN READY

CUSTOM BUILT

PRIVATE YARD

QUIET SETTING

FIRST TIME BUYERS

INVESTORS

LARGE CORNER LOT

4 level split family home on quiet cul de sac with nice open concept design, sunken living room, gas F/P, formal dining, large kitchen, 3 bedrms up plus 1 bedrm inlaw suite in basement.

Custom built rancher in very desirable neighbourhood. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, HW floors, deluxe Jennaire kitchen. 12x16 sunroom and large open deck. RV parking.

3 bedrm rancher with fully basement, pool & RV parking. New updates include a new roof, siding, bathrms, paint, U/G sprinklers, deck & new pool deck. Nicely landscaped with mature foliage.

Large family home in good neighbourhood in Lower Nicola. 4 bedrooms, living room with wood burning fireplace, large dining & family room also with fireplace. Large yard with nice gardens.

2 bedroom rancher with big yard with an attached garage in a cozy setting. Has wood burning fireplace in living room. Zoned C-2. The yard has lots of possibilities for a gardner.

Nice little starter or investment home close to all amenities. 2 bedrm rancher with open design, 12x20 detahed shop, new roof. RV parking and fenced backyard with fruit trees.

3 bedroom rancher with detached shop on large corner lot. This 1140 sq.ft. home has had many upgrades including master bedrm, electrical, bathrm, kitchen and full concrete foundation.

24x22 detached shop. Fully fenced lot.

#2701

#2681

#2692

#2682

#2697

CED

U RED Great starter home in the heart of the downtown.

2 bedroom rancher with kitchen/eating area, good size living room and includes appliances.

Good size yard with lane access, deck area and storage shed.

Cozy 2 bedroom home, would be good starter or retirement home. Completely redone 10 years ago. Open style kitchen/ living room. Single garage/shop includes a possible visitor/teen unit. Fruit trees.

Up and down duplex in area close to shopping and the downtown core. 3 bedrooms up and 2 bedrooms in lower unit. Has separate meters and electric heat. Currently rent.

#2702

#2691

#2689

$159,000

$149,000

$229,000

#2696

$279,900

#2680

$349,900

$359,900

$319,900

$173,900

$149,000

$200,000

GOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD

BRAND NEW HOME

CLOSE TO SHOPPING

IMMACULATE HOME

VAULTED CEILINGS

GREAT LOCATION

CORNER LOT

LOCATION, LOCATION

COZY RANCHER

FULL DUPLEX

Nice 4 bedroom home in good area and close to schools. The kitchen has been updated with good visibility to open dining and living room areas.

Deck off the kitchen. Fully finished basement with family & rec.room.

2 bedroom rancher with 1560 sq.ft., open concept style kitchen with grante countertops and large great room with fireplace. Property has great views and perfect for retirees or young couple.

GST applies.

Perfect opportunity to buy this 2 bedroom strata unit in a great retirement community.

Tastefully decorated level entry home with left bedroom and bath, perfect for guests. Enjoy the lovely private patio & carport parking.

Basement entry home in good area with 2 bedrm ground level suite. 3 bedrms up, HW floors, large open kitchen, master bedrm with jetted tub & W/I closet. Nicely landscaped & fenced backyard.

Spacious 5 bedrm, 5 bath home with open kitchen/family area, vaulted ceilings, 6 ft crawl space for storage, 2 large sundecks in private backyard, gazebo, & fish pond. Great location.

5 bedroom home on large lot, close to all amenities. Features newer laminate floors on main, newer paint, furnace, soaker tub & new roof. Fully finished basement with family room.

RV parking.

Cozy older home on corner lot with 2 bedrooms and free standing woodstove in living room.

Also has electric heat and is located in central location. Currently has renters in place.

3 bedroom rancher in good area, close to schools & shopping. Renovations over the past 5 years include roof, siding, 100 amp service & HW tank. Has fenced backyard with lane access.

2 bedroom rancher close to all amenities.

Home is very clean & in good shape, with oak kitchen comes with appliances. 2 car garage, private backyard with workshop, shed & covered concrete deck.

Side by side duplex on corner lot, good for investment. 2 or 3 bedrooms per side, 12 x 32 single garage. Is close to elementary school and convenient store.

#2663

#2660

#2676

#2672

#2690

#2633

#2640

#2687

$329,900

$349,000

$249,000

$329,900

#2653

$435,000

#2598

$265,000

$119,000

$149,900

$255,000

$169,000

PRIME LOCATION

TOWNHOME

DETACHED SHOP

LOGAN LAKE

RIVERFRONT

IMPRESSIVE RANCHER

CUTE & COZY RANCHER

IMMACULATE HOME

GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD

ON THE BENCH

This executive Bench home has 4 bedrms on main, 1 down, custom fir cabinets with granite counters, S/S appliances, 4 baths & rec.rm & family rm. Nice inground pool and patio for BBQ’s.

In popular Sun Valley Court. Bright open concept of living/dining and kitchen areas. 2 bedrms & den upstairs with laundry + 2 baths and powder room on the main. HW flooring, gas F/P Strata fees are paid for the year.

Quality built Cape Code style home on 0.44 acres with 3 bedrms, 2.5 baths, country kitchen, and a fully fin. bsmt. Has attached double garage plus a 32x28 shop/garage with 12 ft ceilings. Lot of RV parking.

Immaculate 2 bedroom plus den rancher in desirable area. Features include 3 pce ensuite, open concept, gas F/P, crown moldings, bright kitchen, detached garage, RV parking, fenced backyard.

Nicely finished mobile home in Eldorado MH Park overlooking the river and golf course. Has 2 bedrooms, laminate floors, new skylight and comes with appliances. Quick possession.

1800 sq.ft. rancher only 6 yrs old, 3 bedrms, plus bonus room above garage, open kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown moldings, 9 ft ceilings, in excellent condition. Fenced backyard.

1100 sq.ft. rancher in walking distance to all amenities. Huge oak kitchen with open design, HW floors, woodstove for heating. Big double lot with fruit trees, nice lawn & fish pond plus lots of parking

Quality built & immaculate family home in quiet area on 0.26 acre lot. Home has been well maintained, high quality laminate, 4 bedrms, 5 pce ensuite & 2 other full baths. Has 2 bedrm suite with long term tenant.

3 bedroom rancher with open design kitchen/living room. Huge fenced backyard.

Close to schools. Good opportunity for first time buyers or retirees. Single carport.

Beautiful 4 bedrm home with 2 car garage, extensive updates & backs onto city tennis courts. Great south facing views, private sundeck, full daylight basement, new pellet stove & mature landscaping.

#2606

#2637

#2630

#2604

#2563

#2667

#2505

#2673

#2703

$429,000

$207,900

#2611

$514,900

$239,900

$44,900

$289,500

$229,900

$419,900

$139,900

$369,900

ADULT ORIENTED STRATA

UPDATED

RENOVATED

OVERLOOKS RIVER

LOCATION, LOCATION

IN LOWER NICOLA

IN LOWER NICOLA

DESIRABLE BENCH AREA

INVESTORS

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

One of the nicest gated communities in Merritt with views of the Nicola River. Has 3 bedrms, 2 baths, open design living, gas F/P, galley kitchen with nook, laundry on main, hobby & rec.rm down.

Nicely updated 2 bedrm mobile that’s move in ready. Owner has put on new roof with proper venting & HW in 2015, furnace has been updated & serviced regularly, new paint, extra large sundeck.

Completely renovated 3 bedroom home with new windows, some doors, exterior & interior paint, new flooring, trim, bathroom, appliances and HW tank. Unique design with spectular yard & new deck.

2 bedrm home overlooking the Nicola River & golf course. Features spacious private sundeck with hot tub & sauna with detached work shed. One of a kind home in the perfect location.

Clean, spacious 5 bedrm heritage style home with newer floors, kitchen cabinets, vinyl windows, W/I soaker tub with shower in main. U/G sprinklers, stamped concrete patio. Fenced backyard

2 bedroom mobile in popular Lower Nicola Park.

Home has new roof, vinyl siding and windows, 10x20 deck in back. Inside of home needs some TLC. Bring offers.

Very clean home with 2 bedrms, great open floor plan, island in kitchen & central A/C. Very nice yard with flower garden & cedar hedge for privacy and a covered sundeck for those BBQ days, and a woodshed for storage.

4 bedroom home, close to all amenities. Has great street appeal, mature landscaping, fenced backyard & a single garage. New roof in 2015.

3 bedrms up, 1 down, country style kitchen & large rec.room.

Great opportunity for investors, retirees or first time buyers. One bedroom apartment in well managed building with an elevator. Close to schools, store & transit. Strata fees $167 per month.

New 3 bedroom home with basement entry in area of new development. Open concept kitchen with granite counters, large great room with gas F/P. GST applies. Double garage.

#2586

#2678

#2658

#2518

#2683

#2612

#2651

#2635

#2659

$199,900

$48,500

$169,900

$87,900

#2648

$242,000

$39,900

$69,900

$249,900

$59,000

$379,000

FIRST TIME BUYERS

RENOVATED

GOOD FAMILY HOME

ON THE BENCH

BROOKMERE

NEWLY RENOVATED

STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME

GREAT STARTER HOME

APARTMENT

ON THE BENCH

Enjoy this remodeled home close to all amenities. This warm, bright home has one bedrm on the main with a master half a floor up. Lower level has family rm and laundry with access to garage

Nicely renovated 3 bedroom home with inlaw suite and close to elementary school. Has new flooring, paint, trim and bathroom down. Shared laundry. Large flat lot with detached garage.

Home features 4 bedrms, HW floors, large gourmet kitchen with appliances, sunken living room, newer shingles, some windows & exterior doors in past few years & A/C. RV parking.

Nice property with south facing views.

Large family home with 3 bedrms up, 2 down, 2.5 baths and updates including kitchen, bathrm, paint, blinds & moldings.

Fully finished bsmt. Nicely landscaped

Perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiast with year round activities. Close to fishing, cross-country skiing, quading & more. Beautiful 2 bedrm home with open kitchen/living room, double garage, lots of parking.

Completely redone 4 bedroom home close to the downtown. Home has newer kitchen, flooring, bathrooms up & down, windows, doors, trim & casings, wood burning stove downstairs, front porch & siding.

This 3 bedroom rancher has had extensive updating. New roof, windows, doors, vinyl siding, addition, deck, flooring and bathroom plus a new detached 22x24 workshop/garage. Excellent location & close to schools, 2 parks & downtown.

Home has 3 bedrooms up 1.5 baths, newer windows and siding and a partly finished basement with rec.room. Close to elementary school. Lane access with carport in back.

Quality built one bedroom unit in The Vibe. Open design plan with Maple shaker cabinets with granite countertops in kitchen, and comes with appliances. Nice view of mountains.

Great family home with unique floor plan, 3 bedrms on the main, 2 downstairs with large open family room, office & storage. Large lot of 14,000 sq.ft. with room for a pool. Double carport, RV parking.

#2677

#2647

#2409

#2642

#2524

#2666

#2616

#2662

$229,900

WALK TO SHOPPING

$219,900

$289,000

HERITAGE CHARM

INVESTORS

$329,000

$319,000 NICELY FINISHED

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY

$229,900

TOWNHOME LIVING

$224,900

$129,900 ON CUL DE SAC

STRATA HOME

#2607

$139,900

#2661

$344,900

QUICK POSSESSION

INVESTORS

Side by side duplex with each side having 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen and living room plus a fenced backyard. Within walking distance to all amenities. Some reno’s have been done.

D

SOL 2 bedroom mobile in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. New plumbing with heat tape, 1 bath, comes with all appliances. Quick possession.

Close to golf course. Pad rent $346 per month.

#2674

$46,900

Great opportunity to buy investment property. This 1 bedrm apartment is in well managed building, close to school, corner store & transportation. Has elevator in building for easy access.

#2634

$59,000

This home has had many upgrades such as furnace, HW tank, insulation, electrical, plumbing, & windows. 3+ bedrms, new custom kitchen with newer appliances. Wood stove in basement. Lots of parking.

Updates throughout. This 3 bedrm home is move in ready with new flooring, paint, trim, heaters, HW tank, toilet, bathrm counter & taps, receptables, switches & lights. New roof. Fenced backyard

2 bedroom mobile in popular Park, with nice open plan, large master suite, bright main bath with skylight & Jacuzzi tub. Kitchen opens to living & dining room. Large deck, carport.

Totally updated 3 bedrm home within walking distance to downtown. Has new paint, most flooring, kitchen counters, cabinets, bathrms, bright sunroom & patio area. 2 car garage.

Nice end unit townhome with a bigger yard & less traffic. Tastefully decorated with 3 bedrooms up, off/play room, 3 pce ensuite, open kitchen & living room with 2 pce powder rm on main.

Nice 3 bedroom hald duplex, in good family oriented area and close to school. Has new flooring, windows and updated kitchen. Fenced backyard. Great for first time buyers or retirees.

2 bedroom mobile in good condition, in Eldorado Mobile Home Park. Buy as personal residence or a rental unit. Storage unit on pad. Pad rent $360 per month.

#2558

#2468

#2684

#2643

#2463

#2649

#2688

$239,900

$154,900

$64,900

$261,900

$214,900

$156,000

$25,900

#2627

$159,900

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STUNNING HOME

10 AC SUNSHINE VALLEY

IC & I

LAKE AT NICOLA LAKE

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL LOT

ED DUC

NEW

RE

Stunning 13 acre property with newer custom built rancher with huge covered deck & fully fin.

Basement. Meticulous outldgs, 5 car garage/ shop, hay shed, 40x36 barn with 5 stalls, 3 paddocks & 2 wells.

Great family home on 10 acres with 6500 sq.ft. shop & covered RV parking. Home has 4+ bdrms, 4 baths, woodstove in cozy central gathering area & full basement make this a wonderful place to raise a family.

Gorgeous 4000 s.ft. home at Nicola Lake. Enjoy the floor to ceiling windows overlooking the lake, vaulted ceilings, double sided gas F/P, 5 bedrms, 5 baths, full bsmt, 5 pce ensuite, gourmet kitchen & much more.

3100 sq.ft. open concept home with master bedrm w/4 pce ensuite on the main plus 3 bedrms down, 3 baths, huge office/den, living room with vaulted ceilings, large view windows.

Large workshop + double garage.

#2700

#2615

#2693

#2664

$795,000

$679,000 RIVERFRONT LOT

30 ACRES

$849,900

$699,900

AT STUMP LAKE

TYNER LAKE

D

SOL

30 acres, private and fenced area for horses.

Beautiful pastures in the spring. Home has 2 bedrms on the main plus huge master in the loft. Cozy place with airtight woodstove. Great recreational retreat or home. 25 mins. south of Merritt.

Just under 1 acre, level site right beside the river, located in the city. Beautiful building lot, very private. Bring your ideas for you dream home. Fish from your yard or swim on a hot day.

Gorgeous lakefront 3 bedroom custom built post and beam home with panoramic views on 3.5 acres. Cozy open plan kitchen, eating area & living room with HW floors, pellet stove, den & an attached garage.

Enjoy this waterfront rustic cabin on gov’t leased land. Cabin has kitchen with eating area, living room & 1 bedroom on the main with small loft above, a lake side deck and their own dock. It’s located 30 kms northwest of Merritt.

#2639

#2608

#2709

#2675

$549,900

$149,000 12.63 ACRES

ON 1.93 ACRES

$639,000

$99,000

D

#2374

$249,900 53 ACRES

This 4 bedrm country home on 1.93 acres in Lower Nicola has a well kept & landscaped yard with fish pond & large lawn area. Home has 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths & full bsmt partially finished.

$389,900

Private acreage, treed with great access to Spius creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line. Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.

Rare property that includes R-3 and FD zoning. FD allows the Buyer to request a zoning to fit their plans such as an additional residential zoning or M-1 for Light Industrial.

This open concept rancher has a walkout basement & quality features like vaulted ceilings, rock F/P in huge living room with HW floors, spacious kitchen with island, 2 bedrms up, 2 down, large wet bar and games/rec.room.

#2047

#2575

#2613

$199,000

0.8 acres with 62 x 32 ft insulated shop in TNRD but on edge of town. Easy access to highway.

Zoning allows for manufacturing, wholesale commercial, service industries, restaurant & more.

#2610

$297,500

NICOLA LAKEVIEW HOME

10 ACRES 10.9 acres in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executives homes. Land is south facing, sloped with some trees.

Great place to build your dream home and enjoy the views.

SOL #2620

IC & I

$1,690,000

$650,000

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

OUR CENTRAL LOCATION AND AFFORDABLE PRICES MAKE MERRITT A GREAT PLACE TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS.

Great location on corner lot with 7300+ sq.ft. building, zoned C4 with site specific zoning to allow offices, lawyers, doctors, etc. Lots of parking. High visibility. For sale or lease.

#2019

$595,000

RARE FIND IN LOWER NICOLA

9.9 ACRES

179 ACRES

LAKEVIEW ACREAGE

Almost 2 acres, fully fenced with a good producing well. This 3 bedroom home has had many upgrades such as new windows and doors, 2 large sundecks, some new siding & unfinished basement.

Located just 15 minutes from Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home on.

Easy access off highway, open, rolling hills, some trees, nice views, a well in place and power on road.

Located only 2 km from city this historical south facing parcel sits on bench above Highway 8 with panoramic views, 31 acres in hay that can yield 3 crops annually, has marketable timber, a rock quarry and 3 bedrm home.

Perfect place to build the home of your dreams at Nicola Lake on 1.055 acres.

Nicola Lake is great for all water sports, fishing & sailing. Two golf courses nearby.

In busy location with tenant. Total of approx.

6600 sq.ft. with 4100 sq.ft. on main, 1050 in basement and 1520 on top floor than could be living quarters. Great opportunity.

#2670

#2699

#2495

#2578

#2573

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

20 ACRES

$299,900

$176,900 9.88 ACRES

2 ACRE PARCEL

$1,241,000 264 ACRES

$159,000

$850,000

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

AT PARADISE LAKE Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits. One parcel has a two year lease. Zoned M-1.

Other parcel has “future development” zoning. Call for more details.

#2555

$2,000,000 2 ACRES

Located 20 mins from Merritt off Hwy. 97C, just south of Mamit Lake, this 2 acre property has drilled well, septic approval and power at lot line. Excellent location for outdoor enthusiast.

GST applies.

Great acreage to build your dream home.

Has easy access from highway, rolling hills, some trees, nice views, a well in place and power on the road. Adjacent lot also available.

Gorgeous property with approx. 1 mile of Guichon Creek flowing through. A great variety of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR. Has old farm house & shop. Hydro to house, 2 titles.

Beautiful lakeview home as a full time residence or perfect getaway. Just 7 kms off connector at Elkhart Exit. Enjoy the 4 season activities. Home has 2 bedrms on the main with open living room/kitchen & master in loft + unfin. Bsmt.

2 acre lot in prime industrial area, close to city limits. Current zoning is “Future Development”. Water and sewer are not connected, requires application.

3 residential suites up & 3 commercial suite on ground floor. All suites has been updated. Roof done in 2010. Most units has new HW tanks & Fiberoptic line to each unit.

Excellent R.O.I.

#2694

#2698

#2656

#2645

#2581

#2686

$109,000

$176,900

SPIUS CREEK ESTATES

$1,250,000 BUILDING LOT

LAKEFRONT LOT

Priced below assessed value. Bring your ideas & build your dream home in this up and coming Bench subdivision. Geotech report & blueprints available. Services to lot line.

#2668

$334,900

$59,900

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS FIRE REMINDER

Safety stressed COLLECTING CHEQUES The Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society got another boost in their fundraising efforts, thanks to the efforts of Shirley Reynolds (second from left), who hosted a “Paint In” night at Brambles Bakery on April 27, where attendees were coached through a basic painting. The event sold out, and there are plans to host another “Paint In” night this fall.

(From left): Mae Ketter, Shirley Reynolds, Rich Hodson, Etelka Gillespie, Kurt Christopherson, and Julie Van Koll Cole Wagner/Herald

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3 AGATE DRIVE 6621 MONCK PARK ROAD 2343 MCGORAN PLACE 443 MORGAN AVENUE $99,999 MLS# 125603 $149,000 MLS# 134466 $779,000 MLS# 133346 MLS# 133626 $238,000

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22-1749 MENZIES STREET 2621 CLAPPERTON AVENUE $195,000 MLS# 130646 $269,900 MLS# 133309

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Merritt up to $200,000 131438 16-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132911 76-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132252 35-254 HIGHWAY 8 132784 #6-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 134532 1306 WALNUT AVENUE 132602 18-254 HIGHWAY 8 134794 61-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132091 1874 DOUGLAS STREET 132046 71-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133031 2302 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132471 206-2295 BLAIR STREET 133947 1406 PINE STREET 134763 2251 NICOLA AVENUE 133848 1876 COLDWATER AVENUE 133063 1301 DUNCAN STREET 127478 1951 GRANITE AVENUE 130290 17-2760 VOGHT STREET 132724 1982-84 2ND AVENUE 133626 443 MORGAN AVENUE LN 131450 #5-2760 VOGHT STREET 133662 206-1701 MENZIES STREET 134983 4-2760 VOGHT STREET 133849 2276 COUTLEE AVENUE 131538 104-2799 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132661 203-1701 MENZIES STREET 131511 2376 JACKSON AVENUE 133041 2326 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 135137 1725 BLAIR STREET 133851 2651 JACKSON AVENUE 134773 2599 COLDWATER AVENUE 131428 2501 JACKSON AVENUE 134687 1847 GRANITE AVENUE 130646 22-1749 MENZIES STREET 132416 1960 HILL STREET 134860 2552 CORKLE STREET 131398 1660 HILL STREET 130825 3008 PONDEROSA AVENUE Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 133421 21-1749 MENZIES STREET 133972 1701 ORME STREET 134586 2099 CLEASBY STREET 133629 1751 GRANITE AVENUE 133846 2664 QUILCHENA AVENUE 129920 2102 PRIEST AVENUE 134466 2343 MCGORAN PLACE 133280 2364 QUILCHENA AVENUE 134544 2556 CORKLE STREET 135332 1890 QUILCHENA AVENUE 130179 2614 COLDWATER AVENUE 132525 2882 CRANNA CRESCENT 134387 1642 LINDLEY CREEK ROAD SOLD 134789 2571 COLDWATER AVENUE 132976 2014 GILLIS CRESCENT 134075 2741 CRANNA CRESCENT 132638 1599 COLDWATER AVENUE 133807 2652 PRIEST AVENUE 135199 1413 COLDWATER AVENUE

PRICE 5,000 42,500 58,000 65,000 70,000 79,000 79,950 89,000 89,900 98,000 108,000 129,900 134,900 135,000 139,995 145,000 145,000 145,900 149,000 149,900 155,000 155,000 157,000 159,000 159,000 160,000 165,000 169,000 175,000 175,000 185,000 188,000 195,000 195,000 199,000 199,800 199,999 205,000 209,000 209,000 225,000 227,500 235,000 238,000 239,900 239,900 245,000 249,000 249,000 249,000 249,000 249,900 249,900 258,000 258,900 259,900

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131411 1407 WALNUT AVENUE 133309 2621 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 134248 2113 BLACKWELL AVENUE 133012 1720 HILL STREET 130128 419 DODDING AVENUE 134076 2976 CLAPPERTON AVENUE SOLD 135511 34-1901 MAXWELL AVE 135075 465 WOODWARD AVENUE 135021 2325 REID AVENUE Merritt $300,000+ 131637 2950 MCLEAN PLACE 134234 2363 COUTLEE AVENUE 135175 1376 DOUGLAS STREET 135158 1630 BANN STREET 127816 2930 MCLEAN PLACE 132897 2301 LANGLEY STREET 128756 3051 HILTON DRIVE 134563 1541 BANN STREET SOLD 135213 1737 JUNIPER DRIVE 131067 2326 GARCIA STREET 133925 2465 PAIGE STREET LN 134753 3350 PANORAMA PLACE 134284 2450 NICHOLSON AVENUE 135092 1849 PINERIDGE DRIVE 135113 3358 PANORAMA PLACE 132715 1702 JUNIPER DRIVE SOLD 135151 1502 RIVER STREET 132232 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 132647 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD Homes on Acreage 132178 4960 STEFFENS ROAD 128397 1444 LOON LAKE ROAD CC 132182 DL3520 MILL CREEK ROAD 134236 5929 BEECH ROAD 134647 2397 CARRINGTON STREET 133346 6621 MONCK PARK ROAD 134663 757 COLDWATER ROAD 133142 1593 MILLER ROAD 132233 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 134693 1577 MILLER ROAD 132648 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD Bare Land 132760 1849 VOGHT STREET 130526 1410 WALNUT AVENUE 133649 1600 CHESTNUT AVENUE 133651 1640 CHESTNUT AVENUE 133884 1585 CHESTNUT AVENUE 127815 2488 SPRINGBANK AVENUE 133648 1685 CHESTNUT AVENUE 130261 1914 QUILCHENA AVENUE 133776 1305 FIR AVENUE 131295 6681 MONCK PARK ROAD 135087 1645 MILLER ROAD 127723 6357 MONCK PARK ROAD 132195 2556 ABERDEEN ROAD 129746 2980 PANORAMA DRIVE 131680 1926-52 NICOLA AVENUE

PRICE 267,990 269,000 269,000 269,700 279,000 279,900 295,000 299,000 299,900 315,000 323,000 325,000 328,000 329,900 339,000 353,000 379,000 379,000 384,000 419,000 419,000 454,900 469,000 480,000 489,000 569,000 1,495,000 1,595,000 449,000 499,000 499,000 515,000 599,000 779,000 799,900 999,000 1,495,000 1,560,000 1,595,000 39,900 63,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 70,000 79,900 80,000 98,000 129,000 179,000 189,000 195,000 250,000 299,000

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127935 2208 132723 LOT 1 132331 2819 Commercial 135536 1925 132967 2302 134949 2040-52 132968 2326 125491 2175 132977 2338 132987 1898 135428 377 134988 2040-52 119521 1988 Logan Lake 132485 347 133958 208-279 132453 310-400 135395 306-279 129026 67-111 134765 460 135228 11 131605 307-400 135036 29 133315 303-400 125603 3 128450 21 133956 9 134651 11 133847 15 129866 154 125620 31 133017 419 133022 227 133293 182 135521 136 134935 4621 132922 3809

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COUTLEE AVENUE CLAPPERTON AVENUE NICOLA AVE(Business only) CLAPPERTON AVENUE NICOLA AVENUE CLAPPERTON AVENUE BLAIR STREET MERRITT-SP BR HWY NICOLA AVENUE NICOLA AVENUE

49,900 98,000 160,000 165,000 220,000 335,000 369,000 425,000 499,000 529,000

POPLAR DRIVE ALDER DRIVE OPAL DRIVE ALDER DRIVE CHARTRAND AVE(Business) OPAL DRIVE SAPPHIRE COURT OPAL DRIVE TOPAZ CRESCENT OPAL DRIVE AGATE DRIVE TOPAZ CRESCENT SAPPHIRE COURT COPPER COURT GALENA AVENUE PONDEROSA AVENUE LL BRECCIA DRIVE OPAL DRIVE BIRCH CRESCENT PONDEROSA AVENUE LL PONDEROSA AVENUE LL TUNKWA LAKE ROAD PINERIDGE DRIVE LL

33,500 62,500 64,000 69,900 79,900 89,000 89,000 95,000 99,900 99,900 99,999 100,000 129,900 150,000 169,900 189,900 199,900 209,000 222,500 225,000 259,000 464,900 495,000

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Need room for Horses? You will love country living on 14 acres with city convenience in the 4 bedroom, two bathroom totally renovated home with panoramic views of the valley and mountains. Home offers new kitchen with mill creek cabinets, beautiful views from the living room and a large family room downstairs with walk out basement. Newer high efficiency furnace and lots more. The highlight is the location and all the flat useable land fenced and cross fenced with artisan wells. Plenty of water and lots of privacy with two ponds and plenty of trees for shade at the back of the property. You will appreciate the outbuildings, stall barn 43x24, hay storage, paddocks, workshop, 15x24, machinery shop. This country oasis has never been offered for sale.

Come and see why this property offers one of the best locations in the Nicola Valley!

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Advisory lifted

A do not consume water advisory for Nicola Lakeshore Estates regarding high levels of arsenic that went into effect back on June 13 has officially been lifted by the Interior Health Authority.

IHA spokesperson Darshan Lindsay told the Herald Friday afternoon (June 24) the advisory was no longer in effect now that the operator has implemented a more rigorous, daily, monitoring plan. She said the monitoring plan is part of a multi-barrier approach which also includes regular bacteriological and arsenic testing.

Routine tests conducted back on June 2 found the housing development’s water supply was twice the allowable concentration for arsenic at 0.024 milligrams per litre.

On June 16 president of Nicola Lakeshore Estates, Frank Rizzardo told the Herald the tests conducted following the advisory showed the levels back within compliance. The level of arsenic was 0.007 milligrams per litre in the groundwater supply, below Health Canada’s maximum acceptable concentration of 0.010 milligrams per litre.

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KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

Merrittonians who head to Kamloops to catch a flick on the big screen can now enjoy a more moving experience.

The Cineplex Odeon movie theatre in Aberdeen was recently renovated to accommodate new technology that moves the viewer’s seat during a film.

D-Box technology is touted as allowing viewers to “feel like you’re part of the action” in a motion seat designed to move with the movie.

Up, down and side to side — the technology has been picked up by the movie theatre franchise but is also promoted to gamers, museums and planetariums.

The Aberdeen Cineplex will have one theatre — No. 8, it’s biggest auditorium — equipped with two rows of the seats but it comes with a price.

General admission during primetime nearly doubles to $21.99, while kids ages three to 13 and seniors ages 65 and older will pay $18.50 and $18.99 each respectively.

Going to the movies has changed in recent years with D-Box technology building on the 3-D revolution. The Aberdeen location has five 3-D screens.

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It is very rare that I would encourage someone to not exercise. However, there are certain exercises or stretches that may pose more of a DR. COLIN GAGE risk than a benefit.

Spinal For example, I had COLUMN an adult male in my office this week that had extreme low back pain. What upset him almost as much as the pain was the fact that he “didn’t do anything to deserve such an injury.� He described to me his daily ritual of doing an exercise routine that his physical education teacher taught him twenty years ago.

It consisted of many exercises, four of which were: bending over to reach his toes from a standing position, moving his lower back forward/sideways/backwards in a rotational pattern while standing, moving his head in a forward/sideways/and backward rotational pattern, and full sit-ups.

Many of the exercises we were taught twenty years ago have now been proven to

potentially cause injury in vulnerable people.

The four exercises I described above that this gentleman was doing are perfect examples.

When he bent over from a standing position to reach his toes and stretch the back of his legs (hamstrings) and lower back, the entire weight of his upper body was being held in a vulnerable position by the joints and muscles of the lower back. If the joints in his lower back were already previously stiff or their mobility was restricted, forcing them to move farther than they can comfortably go can injure them.

In fact, this is exactly what happened to this gentleman. He felt that his back was slightly stiff and he therefore decided to stretch it by reaching for his toes. He did not have the potential mobility in the joints of his lower back in order to accomplish this.

It was then that he experienced the onset of sharp pain in that region.

For the same reason, rotating his upper body in a circular pattern in order to stretch his back will repetitively compress and stretch open the joints in his lower back.

Because he did this exercise while standing, the weight of his upper body also applied a compressive force to the same joints.

Particularly in the spine, rotational and

To stretch your lower back in a safe rotabending motions combined with compressive tional manner, lye on your back with your forces can seriously irritate the joints. They knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Then, can become inflamed and restricted in their movement. If severe enough, the neighbour- straighten out one leg and leave it on the floor. If it is your right knee that is still bent, ing nerves can become irritated. use your left hand and pull the right knee so These nerves control the muscles along that your lower body rotates to the left. Your the spine and can be responsible for very shoulders must stay flat on the floor. Hold painful muscle spasms. This is why doing a similar rotational movement with your head, this stretch for ten seconds and then repeat on the opposite side. particularly at the point when your neck is Instead of doing rotational movements bent all the way backwards, can also cause with the neck, it is safer to do static stretches acute joint inflammation, nerve irritation, to the left, right, and forward. Instead of and muscle spasm of the neck. doing full sit-ups, a much safer technique is As well, when this gentleman did his sitto do “crunches� and only lift your shoulders ups, he raised his upper body all the way a few inches off the floor. up to touch his knees. Not only does this There are all types of safe exercises you technique not isolate the abdominal muscles well, it can also put pressure on the low back can do for almost any region of the body.

If you have any further questions, please do and neck if the exercise is not done a very not hesitate to call or email me at drgage@ specific way. telus.net.

If you want to stretch the back of your legs (hamstrings) and lower back without Dr. Colin Gage was born and raised in Merritt. putting your lower back at risk, lye down on He’s been helping patients from his clinic at Nicola the floor with your knees bent and feet flat Valley Chiropractic since 1996 on the floor. Then raise one leg only and slowly straighten the knee. You should feel a tightening sensation at the back of that HAY & STRAW FOR SALE! leg. Hold for ten seconds and then do the same for the other side.

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Crushed, again!

Whistler team the class of Stop The Violence slo-pitch tournament for the second year in a row Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

For Soul Crush’s Jenny Paris, the fact that her team was a repeat winner of this past weekend’s Stop The Violence slo-pitch tournament in Merritt was just icing on the cake.

Paris was lucky to survive a scary incident on Saturday when she was struck in the head by a hard-thrown ball while running the base path to first. Fortunately, Paris was wearing a helmet. It saved her — big time.

“I was hit in the head on a similar play five years ago, and wound up with six facial fractures,” Paris said. “I wear a helmet all the time.”

For the second year running, the Soul Crush squad from Whistler was

the class of the field at the fourth annual Stop the Violence tournament, going undefeated right through to the final, which they won 13-11 over the Braves.

In the end, it was the Crush’s stingy defence combined with some timely hitting that paved the way to victory for the tournament team, which is comprised of players from several different Whistler sides.

In the consolation final, Airborne narrowly defeated the Back Door Bandits 12-11; the winning run coming in the bottom of the seventh inning on an overthrow that went out-of-bounds into the Bandits’ dugout.

Over $5,000 in prize money was handed out to the top four teams.

In addition, Lytton’s Corrupt was chosen the most sportsmanlike team, while Judy Yamelnt and Mike Smithers (both from Merritt) were chosen as the female and male most sportsmanlike players respectively. Airborne was acknowledged for wearing purple — the tournament’s theme colour.

“The focus of the event is on raising awareness about violence, and the local Journeys Into Tomorrow transition house,” said spokesperson Sharon Collins.

“The house has had a significant impact on our community over the years. We want to really promote a fun, family event and good sportsmanship.”

(Top) Soul Crush’s Jenny Paris and Josh Loucks frame their team’s picture. The Crush are comprised of (front row, left to right) Dave Douglass, Steph Gagne, Paris, Michaela Opper, Alison Jenkins, Loucks, (back row) Bryan Pluck, Mike Jansen, Kyle Young, Geoff Lawrence, Carlo Fryer and Brian Dixon. (Upper left) No Hits’ David Gregg makes solid contact. (Lower left) Airborne’s Eric Schmidt soars like an eagle to snag a high throw to second base. (Upper right) Back Door Bandits’ pitcher Eddie Watkinson. (Lower right) The Braves’ Mike Hendricks beats the play to first, but was called out because of the tournament’s no-slide rule. Ian Webster/Herald

Garthwaite, Pozzobon and Rutherford enjoy paydays on the Prairies Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

Three of the Nicola Valley’s finest when it comes to the sport of rodeo posted stellar performances in Alberta on the weekend.

Barrel racer Katie Garthwaite from Mam-

ette Lake picked up over $2,500 in winnings, thanks to a thirdplace finish in Sundre, and a pair of top-ten results the day before in Wainright.

Team roper Spencer Rutherford was also in Sundre. He and rop-

ing partner Denver Johnson from nearby Strathmore posted a time of 5.1 seconds to finish in a tie for fifth place, and earn $837 apiece.

Finally, Merritt bull rider Ty Pozzobon scored 84 at a

Professional Bull Riders (PBR) event in Ponoka — good for seventh place and a $416 payday.

All three cowboys and cowgirls will be back on the road this weekend as the rodeo season ramps up.

Katie Garthwaite

Ty Pozzobon

Spencer Rutherford

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SPORTS SHORTS KANIGAN WINS WESTERNS Competing for the Kamloops Gymnastics Club, Merritt’s Drew Kanigan, 13, placed first in the Elite 4 division at the Western Canadian Gymnastics Championships in Delta on the May 5 to 7 weekend.

Kanigan, who is going into Grade 9 at Merritt Secondary School, achieved the all-around title thanks to topthree finishes in the high bar event (1st), rings (2nd), vault (2nd) and parallel bars (3rd). He also placed fourth in floor exercise and seventh on the pommel horse.

When Kanigan’s combined score of 141.500 was added to his physical skills rating of 37.76, it gave him a total points tally of 179.26, just 0.480 better than second-place Evan Fedder, also from British Columbia.

Provincial teams from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba took part in the three-day competition.

Next year, Kanigan will be old enough to try and qualify for the Canadian gymnastics championships. Photo courtesy of Barthel Photography

POZZOBON HOSTS BULL RIDING CLINIC Thirteen bull riders from around the province, ranging in age from 14 to 31, attended a two-day bull riding clinic in the Nicola Valley last week. The instructor at the clinic was Merritt’s own professional bull rider Ty Pozzobon (above, in the middle). Also in attendance were five aspiring bull fighters, who received instruction from former Nicola Valley resident and professional bull fighter Greg Loring Jr. Ian Webster/Herald

PINEL FIRST AT JOHVALE

THUNDER ENTERTAIN SHUSWAP OUTLAWS The Nicola Valley Lacrosse Association’s Thunder peewee team took to the floor against the Shuswap Outlaws from Salmon Arm on Friday of last week in the first game of the playoffs to see which team will represent the Thompson-Okanagan region at the provincial championships in July. Also in the mix are the Penticton Heat.

(Above) Max Graham (in white) drives against an Outlaw defender. The Thunder lost Wednesday’s opener 9-2.

Scoring for the local side were Lucas Schmid and Cameron Nicholls. Ian Webster/Herald

Fifty-two-year-old Michele Pinel from Merritt made an auspicious return to three-day eventing after a 12-year hiatus, placing first in the pre-entry division at a horse trials held at Johvale, just east of Kamloops. The schooling event was put on by the South Thompson Pony Club.

Pinel and her 11-year-old Holsteiner warmblood mare, Beauty, led from start to finish in all three phases of the competition: dressage, crosscountry and stadium (show jumping).

After scoring 55.6 deductions in dressage, Pinel and Beauty went clear (no knockdowns or refusals) in both stadium and cross-country, but had a few time faults, which brought their final score up to 67.4 points.

Pinel is thrilled to be back in the sport of eventing after such a long break. This summer, she plans to enter horse trial competitions at Campbell Valley (Surrey) and at Island 22 (Chilliwack). Photo courtesy of Val Davenport.

FOUR PODIUM FINISHES AT AGILITY CHAMPIONSHIPS Four members of Maureen Sanderson’s highly successful training program at the Iron Mountain K-9 Agility Centre just outside Merritt finished on the podium at the B.C. and Yukon Regional Dog Agility Competition in Langley on the June 17 to 19 weekend.

Competing at the Thunderbird Equestrian Centre, Marlene Allgrove and her Jack Russell terrier Austin led the way, finishing first in the 6” Veteran DD class. Placing second in the 6” Veteran division was Val McDonald and her toy poodle, Kirby.

Third place finishers were Robin Brodie and her All Canadian Peso in the 10” Special class and Susan Chutter and her golden retreiver Lua in the 16” Veteran DD division.

(Upper photo, left to right) McDonald and Kirby, Allgrove and Austin, Brodie and Peso. Ian Webster/Herald (Lower photo) Chutter and Lua. The K-9 Agility Centre offers year-round classes for handlers and their dogs.

Photo submitted

U12 SOFTBALL ACTION AT CENTRAL PARK Merritt’s co-ed U12 minor baseball team hosted the Kamloops all-female U14 squad at Central Park last Thursday. The local side gave their guests all they could handle in a close contest that was decided in the final inning. (Above) Merritt’s Wade Rauch (far right) beats the tag at home plate as teammate Cassie Smith looks on.

Ian Webster/Herald

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DANCING Dance in the park on Canada Day. Come and enjoy an energetic Spanish, Jazz and Western Line dance performance to vibrant, pulsating music. The 2016 Love To Dance troupe will be performing at the Canada Day celebrations in Rotary Park on Canada Day at 7p.m.

Dance at the Olde Courthouse in fall. Registrations now open for ballet, Jazz, Spanish, Contemporary and Line dance. Classes for children as well as adults.

For more information call 250 378 9898 or dance@ telus.net

MERRITT PICKLEBALL Anyone interested in playing Pickleball, or just trying it out, please come to the Central Park Sports Box on Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 8:30 a.m. until noon or Tuesday/Thursday from 6:30 p.m. until dusk to give it a try. Demo paddles are available for use.

An easy sport to play and great fun and exercise. For more information call Brian at 250-378-7452.

Join the Fall Fair for their yard sales on July 9, 10, 23, 24 and August 7, 13, 14, 15 and 16. Yard sales will be held at the Fall Fair building on Lindley Creek Rd. If you would like to donate items please contact Kathy at 250-378-4695, please leave a message if no one answers.

The Living with Loss drop-in support group will be meeting the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 2025 Granite Avenue, Room 12.

250-280-4040.

ELKS BINGO Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Come in for lunch!

BROADWAY AND BEYOND The Snee Kids will be performing at the Culture Club, 2058 Granite Avenue on Wednesday, July 6 at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation and 50 per cent of the proceeds will be going to the Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society.

The Nicola Valley Explorers Society’s primary aims are to promote hiking cycling, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and other non-motorized trail use in the Nicola Valley. We also work to assist in the development and maintenance of recreational trails. Membership is open to anyone interested in non-motorized outdoor recreation in the Nicola Valley. For more information please contact Terry at 250-378-5190.

CONAYT ELDERS DROP IN CENTRE Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:30 a.m. to noon, 2164 Quilchena Avenue. All Elders welcome — just come out and visit! For information call 250-378-5107.

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Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: senior exercises 1:30 p.m., cribbage and whist 2:30 p.m. Tuesday: bingo 1 p.m., doors open at 10:30 a.m. duplicate bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: carpet bowling 1:30 p.m., court whist 7 p.m. Thursday: floor curling 1 p.m., floor curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m. second and fourth Thursday.

Friday: rummoli and games 7 p.m. Last Saturday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m. for more information phone 250-378-4407.

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Join the N.V. Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. In parking lot beside Baillie House from May 21 to Oct 8. Locally grown and handmade items.

For more information phone Jean Arnason, market manager 250-378-6256

FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO NICOLA VALLEY CRUISERS CAR CLUB Are you interested in cars, cruising and joining in activities related to cars? Nicola Valley Cruisers car club would welcome you as a member. Meetings are monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at the Ramada at 7:00 p.m. For mor info call Russ or Charlotte at 250378-2290.

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HELP US REACH OUR GOAL Would you like to see a community performing arts theatre in Merritt, then the Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society can use your help!

THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF CANADA Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month.

Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Jack Cross 250-378-2662 or Kim Jurriet 250-378-2672 for more information.

NEW TIMES The Red Cross will be open Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Please go to the hospital if you need medical equipment.

If you would like to help donate to this wonderful cause please make cheque payable to Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society and mail it to: 1952 Eastwood Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1K3

For more information call Rich Hodson 250-378-6794

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Now Hiring a Merritt Police-Based Victim Services Program Co-ordinator Nicola Valley Women in Action is seeking a qualiÀed, experienced and highly motivated individual to coordinate services to victims of crime and other traumas in Merritt and the Nicola Valley. This 35 hour/per week, full time position is based in the Merritt RCMP Detachment; The candidate must be able to work a Áexible schedule and carry a crisis response pager as part of an after hour on-call service.

Responsibilities: • Oversee the daily operations of the Merritt Victim Services Program including: ensuring policy, procedure and protocols are followed as well as case management and coordination.

• Provide crisis intervention services to crime and trauma victims & witnesses: Provision of case speciÀc police and court information, assistance with next of kin notiÀcations, emotional support, practical assistance, court orientation and accompaniment, referrals to community resources including assistance with forms.

• Recruitment, training, coordination, supervision and evaluation of staff and volunteers.

• Provide education to community groups and individuals on victim services, criminal victimization and crime prevention; • Liaise and maintain a positive working relationship with the RCMP, Crown Counsel, and other community agencies.

• Perform administrative duties including: monthly & annual statistical reports, accurate record keeping, case Àle maintenance and data entry.

• Coordinate and participate in ICAT (Integrated Case Assessment Team dealing with high risk domestic violence cases) meetings as required.

QualiÀcations: • Related post-secondary education; and/or equivalent combination of training, education and experience; • Victim Services experience preferred; • Working knowledge of the Criminal Justice System as it relates to victim services; • Ability to cope with emotional situations with an unbiased and non-judgmental approach; • Empathetic and adept at providing emotional support; • Knowledge of the dynamics of abuse and victimization; • Possess strong interpersonal/communication skills; excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to manage a diverse caseload while maintaining a strong sense of professionalism and a high degree of conÀdentiality; • Ability to use considerable independence, initiative, motivation and judgement in developing and coordinating a police-based Victim Services Program; • Computer literacy, data entry and strong record keeping skills as well as grant and proposal writing abilities.

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Accountable and reports to: Director of Human Services Summary of Organizational Responsibilities: The Education Manager is responsible for managing the education interests, programs, services and responsibilities of the Lower Nicola Indian Band including providing support to schools, students and parents; working with Committees and Boards; government branches and educational institutions; monitoring of student progress and needs; education funding; student Ànancial aid; education of adults and the managing of the educational budgets. This will include all educational activities, which includes general education, post secondary education, and vocational & training and courses.

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Hours of work: full time hours

AREAS OF RESPOSIBILITY Administration: • Develops, recommends and administers the work and Ànances of the Education Program of LNIB; • Attends LNIB Education program related meetings as directed by the Director of the Human Services Sector; • Prepares and maintains education policies update and makes recommendations for improvements to the Human Services Sector Director for presenting them to LNIB Chief and Council for review and approval; • Applies for external funding and other support to maximize opportunities and funds to enhance and or expand LNIB education programs and services; • Prepares funding applications and provides reports required reports (e.g. Nominal Roll, Post-Secondary report) to the funding agencies on time (FNESC, INAC, and ISSP); • Prepares the draft of the annual workplan and operating budget for LNIB Education Program for review by the Human Services Sector Director; • Update revisions to the provisional Education Program budget after review and approval of Chief & Council; • Develop and ensures the implementation of program and funding criteria and process (procedures and forms) for student Ànancial assistance and other forms of education assistance; • Provides ongoing evaluation and monitoring of annual workplan and all Education Program budgets; • Ensures that all purchase orders, requisitions, and accounting procedures and approvals are followed in accordance with LNIB Ànance procedures and policies; • Ensures detailed tracking of budget commitments and prepares reports outlining the disbursement of such budget commitments; • Approves requests for staff leave and submits them to LNIB Payroll Department and ensures that application for leave forms are accurate and approved in a timely manner; • Maintains and updates the Àling system including all correspondence for the Education Program Leadership and Supervision: • The Education Manager is responsible for the direct or indirect supervision of all Education Program employees; • Directs and manages the Program’s administrative policies, procedures and records; • Provides direction and leadership in developing innovative and effective educational programs • Develop and maintains positive and effective relations with schools, colleges, universities, and other relevant institutions; • Works directly with FN Support workers at the School District #58, Nicola Valley Institute of Technology, and Thompson Rivers University; • Assists in the recruitment, selection and hiring of Education program support staff; • Ensures the completion of annual staff evaluations for all staff of LNIB Education Program; • Works with each staff member of the Education Program in the preparation of an employee development plan; and, • Develops and carries out the planning needs and requirements of the Education Program (e.g. for budget, work plan, human resource planning etc.).

Student support: • Processes applications for education assistance for students enrolled in primary, secondary, post-secondary and vocational schools; • Prepares the LNIB Student Nominal Roll, within the timeline set by INAC; • Ensures that student’ allowance, tuition and other fees, books and school supplies, and allowances are Àlled out properly and paid accordingly; • Administers services to Lower Nicola Band students enrolled in provincial elementary and secondary schools, post-secondary institutions, and professional associations; • Develops and maintains a conÀdential Àle on each student to include information on academic and school achievement, special needs, and post-secondary or vocational enrollment and progress; • Provides support to parents / guardians of students enrolled in local provincial elementary and secondary schools; • Provides personal and academic counseling and advice to post-secondary (academic and vocational) students; • Liaises and provides support to local provincial elementary and secondary schools; • Provides support to the LNIB Band school in the education of students; • Participates on meetings of the Local Education Agreement Advisory Committee, First Nations Education Council and other Committees and School Boards and post-secondary institutions as directed by the Director of the Human Services Sector and Chief & Council of LNIB; • Counsels students and Band members in career development and training; • Prepares postings, reports, and articles to be included in LNIB Newsletter , Facebook page, and website; • Administers all awards, bursaries and scholarships administered by the Education Program of LNIB and other sponsors; Public Relations/Communications: • Responsible for the development of educational brochures, posters, postings, newsletters and other pertinent information materials for LNIB students and parents /guardians; • Prepares and is responsible for maintaining updated all Education Program related information posted in LNIB website; QualiÀcations: • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Education Administration or Business Administration or related Àeld • 2 years’ experience in a similar environment or an appropriate combination of education and experience, preferably with First Nation’s education program • 3 years of experience in a supervisory role similar to that of a First Nation Education program Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: • Solid interpersonal/communication skills with students, parents, and staff, administration/organization skills, problem solving sills and multi-project management (including budgeting) are absolute requirements • Capability to liaise effectively with various government branches and organizations • Computer competency in Microsoft products including Word, Excel, Outlook and Access software • Program Ànancial management and administration experience an asset Working Environment: • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Human Services • Working within tight timelines and complex eligibility criteria for funding applications • Diverse work environment; interfacing with students, parents / guardians, FN supprt workers at School District Schools • Available to attend meetings which may take place in the evening or weekends • Some local / regional travel may be required. Access to private vehicle in reliable condition is required.

Please send a response to this posting in the form of a sealed envelope or email, including a cover letter and your personal resume, indicating evidence of your experience and qualiÀcations, three personal references, and salary range expected, and your time availability to: Lower Nicola Indian Band • c/o Bridget LaBelle, Director of Human Services Sector 181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, BC, V1K 0A7 Email bridgetl@lnib.net Responses will be accepted until 4:30 PM of Friday, July 11th, 2016. Preference will be given to Lower Nicola Indian Band Members or persons of Nlaka’pamux ancestry.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity, and please note that only qualiÀed candidates will be contacted.

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Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society

(1) Full-time Aboriginal Child & Youth Mental Health Clinician Scw’exmx Child and Family Services Society (SCFSS) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as an Aboriginal Child and Youth Mental Health (ACYMH) Clinician. As an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Clinician will provide culturally appropriate services and information which enhance the relationships and wellness of children and families who are experiencing signiÀcant challenges, in the Merritt area.

The position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. Evening and weekend work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Connects and collaborates with appropriate referral sources • Conduct intakes • Conduct mental health assessments and develop assessment reports • Conduct provisional DSM diagnosis • Develop and execute treatment plans • Maintain appropriate Clinical and administrative records KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Awareness of First Nations culture and issues affecting First Nations families and communities • Develop and maintain working knowledge and relationships with natural partners and supports in the communities • Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in Clinical Mental Health assessment, diagnosis and treatment • Ability to conduct suicide assessments and assist with crisis interventions • Comfortable with conducting both Psycho-educational and treatment focused group sessions to various ages • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Master’s Degree in Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or comparable degree with strong clinical skills • Education in DSM diagnosis and related treatments for common Mental Health challenges • Registered with a professional association • Related experience with responsibility for providing mental health services to children and families • Experience working with Aboriginal communities • A valid BC class 5 driver’s license and criminal record check are mandatory

Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience Please submit your applications.

Those who are short listed will be invited for an interview.

NOW HIRING FRONT DESK & HOUSEKEEPER Must be able to work flexible hours.

Apply in person with resume to 4025 Walters Street.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Progressive North Okanagan Import Dealership has an opportunity for a Licensed Automotive Technician. Full-time, competitive salary and benefits package, able to work as a team player in a fast-paced and busy shop. Reply in confidence by email to: dkosmino@hilltopsubaru.com

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Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume by E-mail Attn: Yvonne Hare, Executive Director ExecutiveDirector@scwexmx.com Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualiÀed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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Financial Services

IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

Part-time Employment Opportunity with Merritt & District Hospice Society 3 hours per week

POSITION: Coordinator Community Liaison This is an office support-administrative position Main SKILLS: - Familiarity and competence with Simply Accounting, Microsoft Office Programs - Organizational skills and detail oriented - Marketing skills A Police Information Check will be required.

Main DUTIES: - Office duties, including drafting correspondence, emails, preparing meeting minutes, preparing financial statements using Simply Accounting and organizing and maintaining paper and digital files.

For more information and to receive a complete job description, please call Jill Sanford at 250-378-4577.

Deadline for applications: July 8, 2016.

For information about Merritt & District Hospice Society, please visit, www.merritthospice.org.

$750 Loans & More NO CREDIT CHECKS Open 7 days/wk. 8am - 8pm

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Garage Sales Garage Sale 1405 Government Ave Sat. July 02. 8am to 4pm

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Please refer to the district’s website for information on required qualiďŹ cations.

Applicants may submit a resume or apply on-line at www.sd58. bc.ca click on Employment, Current Job Opportunities (Job Code 1423011). Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references will be accepted until July 11, 2016.

Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

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4 bdrm duplex.

By virtue of the Warehouseman's Lien Act, we will sell the stored goods of the following to recover costs of unpaid storage.

Patricia Clarke - Unit #47 Amount owing $195.00 These personal and household effects will be sold by either public or private auction on or after June 30, 2016 R. Hack Mini Storage, 2865 Pooley Ave., Merritt 250-378-5580

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250-378-4888 to book your appointment.

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Clean One Bedroom starting at $550/month.

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FREE CONSULTATIONS ISTS & ORTHODONTIST ON SITE DENT 2 FULL TIME

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999 COINS & BARS. 250-864-3521, I want to buy the coin collection also buying everything gold or silver.

Todd’s Coins 250-864-3521 $ Avid Coin Collector Seeking Collections, Olympics, Gold & Silver Coins, bills +,Will Travel.

Call Chad 1-250-863-3082

Salary and beneďŹ ts will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement.

June 28, 2016

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Applications are invited for the position of CertiďŹ ed Mechanic with School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt. This is a 7.5 hour per day, 12-month position, starting immediately.

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Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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Modular Homes 3 Bedroom Mobile Home W/D, Heat/Lights included Sorry No Pets. $1,200/mth.

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Arnica Contracting is looking for an to join our team.

Please email your resume to admin@arnicacontracting.com OR drop it off at our ofÀce at 1988.5 Quilchena Ave. Please include references on your resume.

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We Cordially Invite You To A ….

FREE RIB DINNER

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Learn how to save up to 40% of your combined energy utility bills.

This informational meeting is Only Eductional !!!

We are in no way affiliated with the energy utility companies.

WHERE: WHEN:

Boston Pizza

3939 Crawford Ave, Merritt, BC V1K 0A4 Sunday July 10, 2016 at 4:00 or 7:00 pm ONE DAY ONLY

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1-800-866-1521

- Homeowners Only IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE HOMEOWNER:

Dinner Paid in Full Pacific Eco Tech

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Your reservation must be confirmed at the number.

Please do not call the restaurant, as you will be redirected to the number on this card.

Door Prizes will be given away. Please bring this card to the meeting. If you are married please bring your spouse.

Strictly educational information only. Nothing can be purchased at the dinner. *some conditions may apply

This is an informational meeting to show you how to save up to 40% of your combined energy utility bills. You will see latest energy-savings products now available to homeowners, along with some advanced solar technologies.

The Savings discovered at this meeting will benefit you all year long!