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The Ouimet family will be hosting a kidney walk at Monck Park on June 5. —

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The Nicola Valley will be the subject of the popular outdoor sports show ‘Fishing the Wild West TV’. —

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BAEK SISTERS Annie Baek wins the same Governor General Award her sister was awarded a year prior. —

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OPEN MIC NIGHT The Nicola Valley Arts Council has once again started hosting their open mic night at Kekuli Cafe on Friday, May 27. STORY /PAGE 14

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Nice and ready to move-in 2 bedroom, possible more bedrooms, 1 bathroom home located in a quiet manufactured park. The home features two additions to add extra room for rec. room/ den or bedrooms. There are two bedrooms, the master with entry to large 4 piece main bathroom with soaker tub and separate shower, laundry is in the bathroom and included in the sale.

Large corner lot, 9750 sq.ft. , zoned R2- perfect for a new multi-unit townhome development or to build your dream home. This is a fantastic location, within walking distance to shopping and schools. The property is being sold “as is where is”, there is great potential for old wood and materials to be salvaged from uninhabitable buildings on site.

Take note!!! Investment opportunity OR break in to the market with this 3 bed, 1 bath townhouse. Located across the street from an elementary school. This townhouse has a fenced front yard and offers back yard area with additional parking space and small outdoor storage room.

Investors, first time home buyers take note of this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom family home with no strata fees. The 3 level homes features: kitchen, dining and living room as well as 2 piece bathroom on the main floor. The second level features 3 bedrooms, a full 4 piece bathroom and storage area. The basement includes laundry area, a family/rec room, lots of storage

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Looking for 1 acre in Lower Nicola area, just minutes from downtown Merritt – Look no more! The property offers a small rancher with 1, possible 2 bedrooms and one bathroom, the kitchen is open to your living room. There are a variety of outbuildings, with wood storage and storage for your ATV, Lawn Mower, etc.

Investors, first time buyers take note! Lots of potential to bring your own ideas to this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home. The roof is approximately 5 years old, furnace approximately 4 years old and hot water tank replaced 2 years ago. Unfinished basement to create your own area with the laundry downstairs.

Cute and Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with a large detached garage/shop located in the desired Lower Nicola area, just minutes from downtown Merritt. The home features a large living room with gas fireplace to enjoy, open kitchen and dining area with new fridge and stove – March 2022.

1876 Granite Avenue

1626 Coldwater Avenue

1715 Quilchena Avenue

SOLD MLS#167059

$549,000

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$549,000

Solid built family home 3 + 1 bedrms, 2 bath. Attached garage.

Walking distance to shopping, banking, medical & recreation.

Lots of cabinets in the bright sunny kitchen and plenty of storage throughout the home. Lovely gas fireplace up and wood insert downstairs. Fenced level .2 acre property with great shop and alley access. Screened-in back porch.

Cathedral entry 4 bedroom family home in downtown location. Home features three bedrooms up and one down. Many upgrades including new flooring, windows, roof, deck flooring and rails. New furnace, hot water tank and central A/C. New yard turf/seed, raised veggie gardens, gazebo and hot tub, detached garage/shop.

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2500 Reid Court

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$699,000

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$499,900

Developers and Investors take note of this prime location – 2 side by side lots, one has a 1920 two story home that requires some TLC. The main level of the home features a front enclosed porch, large living room open to dining area, kitchen with fridge and stove included, 4-piece bathroom and laundry area.

1802 Granite Avenue

MLS#167723

$569,000

Clean and move-in ready 2 bedroom plus den, 2 bathroom rancher located walking distance from downtown Merritt and all amenities.

The home features open design with kitchen, dining and living area, large master bedroom with 4 piece ensuite, another 4 piece main bathroom, additional bedroom, office/den and laundry room off the attached garage complete the home.

Very nice unique 3 possible 4 bed, 2 bath home located walking distance to downtown Merritt. The home features many upgrades in the last 2 years including new furnace, H.W. tank, water softener, fridge, dishwasher, clothes W/D combo, garage door, fence, master bed flooring, ensuite w/heated floors, vanity & sink, walk-in shower, main bath w/heated floors also reconfigured.

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GARDENER’S Dream ON THE BENCH in Merritt. 3 bedroom + den lovely family home in established residential neighbourhood. Close to desired Bench Elementary school. 11 x 32 Workshop in back of home for the hobby enthusiast, fenced yard, quiet patio for your morning coffee just off the dining rm, 2 greenhouses, 2 storage sheds, and much more.

Executive custom home rancher w/walk-out basement, located in desired Merritt bench area. The main level features 2 beds (master w/walk-in closet &ensuite w/large walk-in shower) kitchen has lots of cabinets, a new cooktop, quartz countertops, all appliances are included, living room offers a gas fireplace to enjoy & access to your deck w/great views,

Very nice 5 bed 3 bath home w/lrg inground pool located in bench area, close to elementary school, recreation & shopping. The home sits on 9000 sq ft yard w/mature landscaping, great inground pool w/water slide, covered deck, firepit, storage shed, fenced yard, lots of parking & add R.V. parking on side of the home.

Custom 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3 car garage home located on a quiet street in the desired bench area of Merritt. Additional features include: custom wood windows and blinds, 3 high end gas fireplaces, central vacuum, lots of cabinets in the kitchen as well as an eating bar to enjoy and across the street from a City Park and Elementary School.

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2400 Burgess Avenue

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100 Golden Quill Trail

MLS#165831

$989,000

BREATHTAKING VIEWS of beautiful Nicola Lake! Your retreat within just 2-3 hours of the Lower Mainland. Come away to this lovely 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a 2 car 20’ x 30’ garage/shop. Time to indulge yourself: bright kitchen with warm dark maple cabinets, granite countertop island and heated floors. Garden doors lead out to upper BBQ deck overlooking the lake. Great room featuring a cozy wood fireplace and oak hardwood flooring.

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$1,299,000

Executive style home featuring 5 bedrooms plus office located on a one of a kind .72 acre quiet cul-de-sac lot. Enjoy privacy & the feel of rural living outside your back door while still having the convenience of city amenities. Notable mentions include custom industrial feel wood/metal railings, heated tile in all 3 bathrooms, on demand H/W, triple car garage, heat pump/A/C, and access to the Nicola River

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$1,300,000

Beautiful 3500 sq ft home on 2.34 acres bordering the Nicola River w/3 separate titles. This home boasts quality throughout. Home features 1750 sq ft up & down, two large upper/lower decks surfaced w/FlexStone decking & exposed aggregate, Millcreek cabinets up & full kitchen down in walk-out basement. 2 bdrms up/2down, lg master suite w/sitting rm & 4 pce ensuite/WI closet.

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Very nice, move in ready 4 bed, 2 full bath home located on a quiet street, walking distance to downtown Merritt. The home features many updates over the last few years including new roof, windows on the front of the home, front & basement doors, cedar picket fence & exterior painted, bsmt finished w/2 bed, a full bath & family room, could easily be suited w/separate entry, flooring upstairs, H.W. tank, fridge & stove, detached shed 10’ X 14’, tool shed in carport, storage shed under back deck.

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GREAT FAMILY HOME IN LOWER NICOLA! Updated Kitchen and flooring. 2017 roof, 2020 high efficiency Furnace with A/C, newer appliances. Enjoy this mostly fenced .25 acre property with u/g sprinklers. Well maintained back yard features a gazebo, heated wired shop, 2 storages sheds, pear trees, and many extras.

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Immaculate fully renovated home on the Bench. This bright and airy turnkey house offers open concept main space with gas fireplace in the living room, stunning new kitchen that is equipped with soft close drawers, quartz counters and a beautiful gas range, 24X36 heated detached shop.

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Sprawling 2700 sq ft Rancher Home on 119 +/- acres of level hay land. Home has been completely updated including new addition in 2016. Enjoy comfortable living while working/living the ranching lifestyle. House features large country kitchen and dining room, 4 large bedrooms, blaze king wood stove, 2 living areas and large deck with hot tub to enjoy the peacefulness of the night sky. Owners have constructed a 5400 sq ft open barn with attached 1000 sq ft finished/heated workshop .

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Surrounding First Nations clear local waterways Surrounding First Nations clear local waterways

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The atmospheric river which caused flooding of BC’s southern interior had devastated Merritt and surrounding communities, with recovery efforts still very much still ongoing six months later. Photo/Herald File Photo The atmospheric river which caused flooding of BC’s southern interior had devastated Merritt and surrounding communities, with recovery efforts still very much still ongoing six months later. Photo/Herald File Photo

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Specially trained teams, made up of experts and skilled workers from nearby Specially trained teams, madehave up of communities and First Nations, experts and skilled workers from nearby been hard at work removing significant communities and First Nations, have amounts of debris varying in size and prebeen hard at work removing significant carity from local waterways. amounts debris varyingthat in size and preDuringofthe six months have carity from local waterways. passed since November’s atmospheric During the flooding, six months that have river induced over 300 sites conpassed since November’s atmospheric taining both natural and human-made river flooding, overby 300provincial sites condebrisinduced have been identified taining both natural and human-made ministries and other federal and provindebris have been agencies, identifiedasbywell provincial cial government as local ministries and other federal and First Nations and businesses. Theprovincleanup cial government agencies, well asinlocal efforts have resulted in an as increase First Nations and Theforcleanup employment, and businesses. opportunities learnefforts have resulted in an increase in ing. employment, andFirst opportunities for learn“With many Nations affected by ing. the atmospheric river event, collaboraFirst Nations affected by tion“With with many local Indigenous community the atmospheric river event, collaboramembers has been vital to the restoration tion with local Indigenous process,” said Chief Arnie community Lampreau of members has been vital to the restoration the Shackan Indian Band, a community process,” said Chief Arnie Lampreau of just over 100 people, situated alongofthe the ShackanHighway Indian Band, a community devastated 8 corridor. of just over 100 people, situated along the “This event made it clearer than ever devastated Highway 8 corridor. that we all have a responsibility to care for event madeEarth.” it clearer than ever and“This protect Mother that we all have a responsibility to care for and protect Mother Earth.”

Debris removal work around communities like Shackan has included the Debris removal work around com- and utilization of 72 vehicles, four bridges munities like Shackan has included 11 building structures. The Provincethe says utilization of all 72identified vehicles, four bridges and that 75% of debris has been 11 building structures.

The Province says removed, and the removal of it has crethat identified debris has been ated 75% over of 500allemployment opportunities removed, and the removal of it has crefor those in local communities and First ated over 500 employment opportunities Nations. for “I those in to local communities First want acknowledge theand tremenNations. dous response from First Nations and “I communities want to acknowledge tremenlocal who havethe participated dous response from First Nations to help restore our rivers and whoand were local communities whoextreme have participated affected by last year’s floodto helpsaid restore ourHeyman, rivers andMinister who were ing,” George affected by last year’s extreme floodof Environment and Climate Change ing,” said George Heyman, Minister Strategy. of Environment Change “The majorityand of Climate debris sites identified Strategy. have now been cleared through this first “The majority of debris identified debris recovery phase.

This sites collaborahave now been cleared through this first tive effort will continue as we prepare for debris recovery phase.

This collaboraspring freshet and the possibility of more tive effort will continue as we prepare for debris surfacing.” spring freshet and the workers possibility of more Many of the local engaged in debris surfacing.” this collaborative effort to remove debris Many of affected the localregions workerswill engaged in throughout take part this collaborative effort to remove debris in training and equipment certification throughout affected will take part courses, such as firstregions aid courses, as well in training and equipment certification as spill response and swift water rescue courses, training.such as first aid courses, as well as spill and swift water rescue Overresponse 1,486 cubic metres of debris training. weighing nearly 265 tonnes have been Over 1,486 cubic metres of debris weighing nearly 265 tonnes have been

removed in small debris removal efforts, with large debris efforts removing an removed small debris removal efforts, additionalin905 cubic metres of humanwith large debris efforts removing made debris and 568 cubic metresan of additional 905 cubic of humannatural debris.

Effortsmetres for environmental made debris andas568 cubic metres of to resiliency, such bank reinforcements natural debris.

Efforts for environmental keep future floods at bay, are underway resiliency, such as bank reinforcements to simultaneously. keep future floodsexecutive at bay, are underway Josh Temple, director of simultaneously. the Coastal Restoration Society, says director of thatJosh theTemple, Provinceexecutive is providing significant the Coastal Restoration Society, says resources and development benefit to local that the Province providing significant Indigenous peopleisand communities. resources and development benefit to local “While the effects of the atmospheric Indigenous people and communities. river event have been devastating to com“Whilethroughout the effects the of the atmospheric munities region, the colriver event have been devastating laboration between First Nations, to thecompromunities throughout the region, the colvincial government and non-government laboration between First Nations, the proorganizations has proven highly successful vincial government and non-government at delivering an effective response,” said organizations has proven highly successful Temple. at delivering an effective response,” said “The Province has provided significant Temple. resources that have been directed toward “The Province hasofprovided significant mitigating the effects the flooding and resources that have been directed toward have supported training and skill develmitigating effects of people the flooding and opment forthe Indigenous to ensure have supported training and skill develaccess to a myriad of employment opporopment for Indigenous people ensure tunities nested within the floodtorecovery access to a myriad of employment opporeffort.” tunities nested within the flood recovery To track debris removal efforts, effort.” or report debris, visit http:// To track debris removal efforts, ow.ly/4FNc50IW2bw. or report debris, visit http:// ow.ly/4FNc50IW2bw.

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All Council meetings are open to the public, unless closed by law. For your convenience, all meetings are streamed online at www.merritt.ca

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TAXES/UTILITIES DUE DATE

Friendly reminder that Residential utilities are due by June 3, 2022 to receive the 10% discount and Property Taxes are due by July 4, 2022 at 4:30pm after which a 10% penalty will apply, no exceptions.

Please allow 3-5 business days for online payments to process and sufficient time for your payment arrive via mail. Post marks are not accepted.

IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR AGAIN Over the next three weeks, Arnica Contracting will be working on the Central and Rotary Park trails. Please be cautious and respectful of the construction crews as they work. As always, we appreciate your understanding.

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SEWER FLUSHING.

The City of Merritt Utilities Department will begin flushing the sanitary sewer mains on all sewer lines in Sector #3. Flushing is expected to start May 10th and will continue daily until completion. This is a regular maintenance practice to ensure our city’s sewer system operates efficiently.

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City permits tents in N’kwala Park

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The City of Merritt is looking to support unhoused and homeless residents who may be struggling to find accomodation, with city council voting 4-1 at its May 24 meeting to allow tents to be used as overnight shelters in one of the city’s parks.

Merrittonians may have noticed an increase in the presence of tents at N’Kwala Park on Voght Street, with many being visible from the road and pedestrian walkways alike. Rather than punish residents for violating current bylaws, councillors chose to amend the bylaws and address what it says is a growing issue.

“According to the recent homeless counts conducted by the Province, homelessness in Merritt increased since 2018, which detected 11 people who were unhoused,” wrote Greg Lowis, director of corporate services for the City of Merritt.

“Further increases in 2020, which found 43 unhoused people, 26% of whom were sleeping outside, and 6% in a makeshift shelter or tent.”

Councillor Melvina White was the only vote in opposition of the amendment, citing concerns over the safety and security of neighbouring properties, as well as access to sanitary facilities for those camping in the park. City staff stressed during the May 24 regular meeting that it would work closely with both Merritt RCMP and the city’s own bylaw services to ensure a

smooth rollout of the amendment and the safety of those in and around the park.

“This isn’t something where we’re just going to jump in with RCMP and bylaw tomorrow morning without a little more conversation about it,” said Sean Smith, chief administrative officer.

“Even when I say enforcement, it’s going to be support and encouragement, and trying to have the softest possible touch with it.”

The passed amendment added the terms ‘homeless person’ and ‘N’Kwala Park’ to parks bylaw 2334, and allows for the temporary construction of shelter at the park along the Nicola River during certain hours. The following are the two added subsections to the bylaw: 4.6.1: A Homeless Person may erect a tent as a temporary shelter in N’Kwala Park for the purpose of sheltering overnight on the day the shelter is constructed.

4.6.2: Any tent erected by a Homeless Person under section 4.6.1 may not be erected earlier than 7pm on the day it is constructed, and must be dismantled and removed from the park by 8am the following morning.

The City is focused on supporting unhoused residents, and is working closely with the Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society (NVSSS) and Endeavour to Be Better program, who administer social and housing support services at the nearby NVSSS community shelter. Those who choose to camp at N’Kwala Park can access hot showers and breakfast at the shelter, and the adjoining Lions Memorial Park offers bathroom facilities.

“This is a very partial addressing of a much larger problem,” added Smith, who believes the City is doing its best to respond to an ongoing crisis that affects communities all over BC. Those needing support can contact NVSSS at 250-315-1350, or visit the shelter at 2350 Voght Street.

For more information on the society and its programs, call 250-315-0155.

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Abby Sheppard, Grade 9

Recently, I have hit my three month mark at the Herald. This coincides with the length of my stay in Merritt and IZAIAH REYES my experience HERALD has been a EDITOR revelation.

Living in a city, I have always heard of the phrase ‘small town vibes’ but it wasn’t only until I moved here that I had a firmer grasp on the concept. Saying that everyone here is well connected will be an understatement. From sports, to business, to tourism, and development, it feels like the whole town has a stake on matters that only concern a few. I love this trait of Merritt.

I have seen first hand how proud the town is of their Panthers, how concerned they are with the flood evacuees and affected residents, and how locals faces lit up when certain activities like the street market and the plethora of music festivals were once again green lit as COVID restrictions were lifted.

I am told that I have a lot more to look forward to, such as the Garlic Festival, Grad Season, Rodeo, and Fall Fair. The town’s team, Merritt Centennials, is also turning 50 this year, and MSS will be hosting a huge volleyball tournament in December. I am really excited for the opportunity to cover these events.

I must admit that I feel homesick from time to time. However, living in a town like Merritt, a town that cares, makes me feel like I have now found a home here too.

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LETTERS to the editor Cents celebrate 50th anniversary

From the Herald archives: June, 1958

FIRE DESTROYS LANDMARK

Editor, This Season will mark the beginning of the 50th year of the Longest Continuously Running Franchise in the BCHL. No other team in the BCHL may lay claim this title!

There have been a number of past seasons where, like many other franchises, the Merritt Centennials have struggled to continue to play within the league every year without interruption. Even the renowned Penticton Vees have been unable to operate consecutively under one Moniker.

Given all the challenges faced by one of the few remaining Community Owned teams, operating in the smallest market in the BCHL we have persevered to remain viable. This season will offer some new coaches, many new exciting players, a number of celebratory events throughout the season and the excitement that 50 consecutive years playing in the BCHL should bring with it!

Kelly Bartch President, Merritt Centennials

TEGART: “Sunnier days ahead of our community this summer” JACKIE TEGART VIEW FROM LEGISLATURE

The past couple of years have been extremely tough on the people of Merritt.

We’ve endured devastating floods, fires and a heat dome, not to mention the effects of the pandemic.

Individuals and businesses continue working to rebuild their lives and livelihoods, which has been a painful and difficult process.

That’s why it’s encouraging

to see the return of many popular events which not only bring us all together but provide a muchneeded economic boost to Merritt and area.

The Rockin River Music Fest will be back in the Country Music Capital of Canada from July 28th to 31st featuring entertainers including Tim McGraw, Darius Rucker and Jo Dee Messina.

The event site is breathtakingly beautiful, with great campgrounds all along the Coldwater River.

The soldout Bass Coast

Electronic Music and Art Festival returns July 8th to 11th featuring international and local artists, world-class sound design and immersive audio-visual environments. It’s a unique, boutique festival that has served as a springboard for Canadian talent.

If you’re an Elvis fan, there’s the Canadian Bluemoon Elvis Festival running July 15th to 17th at the Rodeo Grounds. Elvis tribute artists and special guests will entertain you all weekend long.

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Merritt Community Policing welcomes Blake Chursinoff

Cst. Blake Chursinoff and Community Policing Coordinator Marlene Jones standing outside of the Merritt Community Police Office on Granite Avenue. Photo/Merritt RCMP

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Merritonians visiting the local Community Policing Office (CPO) located at Merritt’s iconic Spirit Square will be greeted by a new face starting this month, with the office welcoming Constable Blake Chursinoff as their new community policing officer.

The change in duty comes as Cst. David Feller, who previously served as Merritt’s community policing officer, transferred back to general duty. The Merritt RCMP said in a recent media release that it wished to thank Feller for the amazing work he did at the CPO, and welcomed Chursinoff to the role.

Chursinoff resides in Merritt with his wife, Raelene, and their three children.

Having moved to the community in

July of 2020 after five years of policing in diverse communities across the Northwest Territories, Chursinoff hopes to bring his many community policing experiences to Merritt.

“I wanted to get back to BC. They offered me a few places and I’d say no, but Merritt sounded great,” said Chursinoff.

Having served in policing roles across Canada, Chursinoff recognizes that many of the community staples that citizens access on a daily basis are often the focus of his work.

“Policing in the high north is a lot different than policing down in southern British Columbia. Those small communities essentially revolve around the schools, community centres, and ice

rinks. That’s what brings those places together.”

“Naturally while policing those communities, the expectation is to be involved.

You’re involved in the school, you’re deeply involved in the communities.”

While he is not new to community policing, Chursinoff says he continues to learn new things every day, and looks forward to meeting the Merrittonians the CPO serves and engaging them on a more personal level.

On his time off, Chursinoff is most often seen outdoors keeping active with his family, enjoying activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking, and biking.

“I definitely haven’t spent as much time fishing as I’d like,” joked Chursinoff. “We definitely stay out of trouble.”

Looking forward, Chursinoff

says he is focused on observing and listening to the stories and concerns of community members, adding that policing requires sensitivity to issues around policing in Merritt.

“There are a few ideas. I hope to be involved with the school district as much as I can.

There’s an expectation that I’ll be a presence in the downtown core, so we’ll be doing some property crime initiatives and awareness campaigns. We have speedwatch, and citizens on patrol, and a lot of programs that have been hampered by COVID.” Partnering with BC Highway Patrol, the CPO has taken on speeding in the community with speed watch programs and monitoring.

Chursinoff hopes this partnership will continue, and looks to engage more community stakeholders and members such as youth and downtown businesses to understand their expectations of the police.

“If I could ask the community for something, it would be an open mind and engagement. The police can only do what we think needs to be done. If things aren’t brought to the table, we might not be aware it’s an issue.”

In keeping with National Police week’s theme from May 15-21,

Chursinoff added that he hopes to close the gap between members of the RCMP and the community, emphasizing that both groups are Merrittonians and community members.

“We have kids that attend the same schools as your kids do. We drink the same water, go to the same grocery stores, and travel the same roads.”

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Wes David in Merritt

Fishing in the Wild West TV is hosted by Wes David, pictured, and has gathered millions of viewers across Canada and the world. Photo/ Wes David

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Merritt and the Nicola Valley will be the subject of an episode of the popular outdoor sports show ‘Fishing the Wild West TV’, in an episode that will highlight the area’s abundance of lakes and fishing opportunities.

Host of the show, Wes David, is an avid outdoorsman. He has travelled to Merritt previously as a professional bull rider, but this is his first time fishing in the Valley.

“The Nicola Valley is a trout fisherman’s paradise. We’re focusing our attention on rainbow trout,” said David.

“It’s been going really well. We dealt with some weather issues, but

no one can control that. The fishing was amazing. We hooked some great rainbow trout, and an abundance of them.”

David and his crew spent three days in the val-

ley, fishing at both Stump and Roche lakes. While his time in the community may have been limited, the host and his crew look forward to highlighting the Nicola Valley’s wellestablished status as a land of many lakes.

“This will be a whole episode on its own and it’ll air next year. It will be a Nicola Valley episode showing the amazing fishing here and promoting ‘a lake a day as long as you stay,’” added David.

Along with bringing attention to the Nicola Valley, the show looks to continue promoting the benefits of recreational fishing on environmental conservation efforts and encouraging participation in outdoor activities.

“If you want kids outside and away from the video games and TV, take them fishing. It’s so important. The youth are the future of our outdoors. I’ve

always said that hunters, anglers, farmers, and ranchers are some of the best conservationists out there.”

David says that the fishing in the Nicola Valley is accessible to all experience levels, and the surrounding scenery only adds to the fun. He and his crew focus on education and awareness rather than harvesting fish.

“We don’t weigh or measure. We keep the fish out of the water for minimal time, our goal is 30 seconds or less.”

Employing a plethora of fishing methods such as fly-fishing, spin cast fishing, and fishing on and off shore can create a memorable experience for those who go out and try it, as it has for him and his team.

“We’ve really enjoyed our stay here. Everybody has been friendly and excited to see us. We’ll definitely be back.”

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SPORTS Merritt Snowmobile Club receives 2022 BC trail fund THURSDAY, June 2, 2022

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Trails BC, ATVBC, and the BC Off Road Motorcycle Association.

MSC member Simon Rizzardo says that the funding, along with other funds the club has raised, will give them a head start going into next season.

“The snowmobile club will use the funds to keep trails open and brush free, as it’s a never ending job to keep them clear of fallen trees or getting overgrown,” said Rizzardo.

“We have some trails on Thynne Mountain that we would like to connect again as they have been overgrown or had washouts last November during the floods. We still have to assess the damage from the flooding in both areas as it was early snow and we didn’t get to see the full picture of damage to the trail system.”

Last year, the club relied on donated equipment, fuel, and time to brush 16 kilometres of trail on their prospect road into the ‘Honeymoon’ snowmobiling area.

The use of two skid steer units and a mini excavator, donated by Emcon Services and Nicola Chainsaw & Equipment Rentals, aided these extensive mainte-

nance efforts.

The club also recently received two awards at the BCSF annual general meeting and awards gala in Kamloops, including one naming Rizzardo 2022 ‘Groomer of the Year,’ and another commemorating 50 years since the club was founded in 1972.

Moving forward, the MSC looks to continue the development and maintenance of their trail systems, promote safety and fun within the sport of snowmobiling, and engage the community for sponsorships. Their fundraising efforts for projects such as new mountaintop webcams and operating costs are ongoing.

“Getting recognized for volunteer work is always a great thing,” said Rizzardo of the recent honour.

“We will be meeting as a club before summer, to come up with a game plan as to where members would like to see more effort into clearing trails.”

To become a member of the club, or for more information, visit www.sledmerritt.ca, or call Adam at 250-315-3673.

a specifically designed ultimate frisbee field in Surrey’s Newton Athletic Park, playing six games over two days to ultimately end up in 7th place, earning a 1:1 win to loss ratio over the weekend.

“I think we were looking to place a little higher, and we were missing a few of our key runners, but overall we played well and definitely deserved our spot in the champions pool,” said Taylor Larter, head coach for the team and science teacher for MSS. “It validated us getting to the champions pool. The team that we did lose to on day one ended up winning the entire thing and getting first in the province for AA.” Games kicked off on May 28 in Surrey, with day one of the tournament boasting three round-robin style games, with the Panthers winning two The Merritt Secondary School Panthers ultimate frisbee team fought a long uphill battle to place of three games on the first day, secur7th at the BC School Sports Provincials tournament. Photo/BC School Sports ing a spot in the champions pool, rather than the lower eight pool. Day two saw Marius Auer fight their way to the provincial chamthe Panthers lose two of their games, REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM pionships, securing a strong 7th place in winning their final game 13-9 against the champions pool despite a season of The Merritt Secondary School’s Elphinstone Secondary School from fires and flooding. co-ed team of ultimate frisbee players Gibsons, BC. The team attended the BC School have had anything but a ‘regular’ season “I really try my best to make it fun.

Sports Provincials for ultimate frisbee at Win or lose, we’re still having fun at the this year, but the team still managed to

end of the day. Ultimate is very much about spirit.”

Moving forwards, the MSS ultimate frisbee team, and athletics department alike, will prepare for the schools upcoming athletic awards ceremony to recognize its student athletes. A number of the team’s players and coaching staff are involved with Helios Ultimate, a recreational league many join over the summer months.

“The thing that impresses me the most is that almost all of our players also participate in some other sports, and they work. The fact that they’re able to make it out once a week, and they give it their hearts and their all each game, it blows me away,” added Larter.

Larter also says the team’s resilience to being displaced and losing their training grounds has been admirable, showing up and giving their all despite these challenges and the pressures of exams, holding employment, and some even graduating.

The Panthers will pounce again, and it’s only a matter of time before their next big win.

A volunteer of the Merritt Snowmobile Club’s view during last year’s trail maintenance efforts.

Photo/Simon Rizzardo

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Merritt Snowmobile Club (MSC) has received funding to assist in the brushing and clearing of their trail networks on Thynne and Prospect Mountains, just in time for the off season work to begin.

The MSC received $7,560 from the Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Fund, which distributed a total of $172,295 to a plethora of snowmobile clubs and community organizations. The fund was established in 2017 and collects a portion of ICBC off-road vehicle registration fees.

It is administered by the BC Snowmobile Federation (BCSF), Recreation Sites and

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GoByBike week 2022 in BC under way

Commuter cycling is an alternative mode of transportation that the GoByBike BC Society has been promoting since itsalternative inception. mode Photo/Jenn Dougherty that the GoByBike BC Society has Commuter cycling is an of transportation been promoting since its inception. Photo/Jenn Dougherty

Izaiah Reyes Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@ NEWSROOM@ MERRITTHERALD. MERRITTHERALD. COM COM The Spring The Spring GoByBike week is GoByBike week is set to take place set to May take 30 place from to from May to June 5.

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The annual event challenges event challenges participants to participants to use bicycles and/ useother bicycles and/ or small or other small wheeled transporwheeled transportation such as roller tation as roller blades such and scooters blades and scooters for their next comfor their next commute. mute.

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this province wide this province event great forwide event great for the environment, the also environment, it’s an imporit’s also an important reminder for tant reminder everyone to getfor everyone to get outside and enjoy outside and enjoy the outdoors and the outdoors and gather once again gather once and again with family with family friends,” saidand Jenn friends,” saidrecreJenn Dougherty, Dougherty, recreation coordinator ation for thecoordinator City of for the City of Merritt.

Merritt.

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not mention the not mention the amount of money amount of saving money we will be we gas, will be saving on especially on gas, especially with these prices.” with these prices.”

Merritt has Merritt been takinghas part in beenfree taking part this event forin this past free few eventyears. for the the past feworigiyears.

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Throughout the Throughout week, there will the be week, therestops will be two coffee in two coffee in Merritt forstops the parMerritt for the participants; ticipants; On June 2, On8 June 2, from - 10 am, fromCommunity 8 - 10 am, the the Community Policing Office Policing Office will set up for ridwill up for riders tosetstop by for ers to stop by for drinks. On June drinks.

June 4, 10 – On 11:30am, 4, 10 – 11:30am, another coffee stop another coffee will be set up bystop will Breathe be set upBikes by the the Breathe along with aBikes brake along with a brake check station. check station.

Stopping by these Stopping by these stalls will qualify stalls will qualify participants for a participants a draw to win for prizes. draw to win prizes.

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Mountain Equipment EquipmentAxiom Company, Company, Axiom Cycling Gear, and Cyclinghave Gear, and others sponothersprovincial have sponsored sored provincial prizes with the prizes with biggest one the being biggest oneHolland’, being ‘Pearls of ‘Pearls of Holland’, a self guided a self guided cycling adventure cycling adventure in the Netherlands in the for two,Netherlands sponsored for two, sponsored

by Exodus Travels.

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Thefor Bike The Bike BINGO challenge BINGO challenge will also take place will also takethe place throughout throughout the week.

Completing week. or Completing three more threewill or more lines qualify lines will qualify riders to another riders to another prize draw.

The prize draw. The registration sheet registration sheet will be posted will be30th posted May under MayCommunity 30th under the the Community Resources section.

Resources Copies willsection. also be Copies will available to also pick be up available to pick up at the Merritt Civic at the Merritt Civic Centre.

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the mics in terms of sanitary purposes. We are still figuring it out.”

The duo’s performance featured Chris Stapleton songs including ‘Traveller’ and ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ and ‘Starting Over.’

Later on they also played songs from John Mayer and the band, Fleetwood Mac. The Arts Council is curSteve Atlas and Nia Kuzio have been friends and collaborators since they met through the vocal jazz program in Merritt Secondary School. Izaiah Reyes/Herald

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM On Friday, May 27, the Nicola Valley Arts Council brought back the open mic night at Kekuli Cafe.

Attendees were able to once again enjoy the treat of hearing musical performances from our very talented locals.

“It’s so good for us to have live music in the community,” said Jano Howarth, organizer of the open mic night.

“Music has been one of the last things to come back just because of the precautions

we had to take due to COVID.” The open mic night has been an event that the Arts Council has hosted since 2017.

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions, they have been unable to host one for the past few years.

Now that the restrictions have been lifted, the Arts Council has once again made a return to Merritt.

“Being able to expose the community to our own talent in town and to promote them is always good,”

Howarth added.

The Kekuli Cafe saw an impressive turnout for the reinstated event. Attendees first enjoyed performances from the Merritt Ukelele Circle followed up

by Willard Wallace and capped off by the Arts Council’s headlining feature, the duo of Steve Atlas and Nia Kuzio.

“It feels good to be a part of this event,” said Atlas.

“It’s been three years since I played here.”

Kekuli was the very first venue where Atlas performed which made his return very sentimental.

“It was the first gig I’ve ever had and it was honestly life changing,” Atlas said.

“If it weren’t for that first gig, I don’t think I would have ever pursued music.”

Atlas is a Merritt local who now lives in Vancouver. He is currently studying Jazz at Capilano University. Nia Kuzio, on the other hand, still lives in Merritt and is currently finishing her senior year at Merritt Secondary School.

“It’s super exciting to be able to sing with my friend Steve and I’m super grateful for

the opportunity,” said Kuzio.

“I’ve only performed here twice, I did a song and I also danced so it has been a while for sure.”

The Arts Council plans on making open mic nights into a weekly basis. They are cautious with protocol and are planning to feature only selected acts for the first few events.

“I know people want to sign up but for at least a couple of more weeks we will be choosing the people who will perform,” Howarth explained.

“Hopefully after that we can work out how to handle

act. For up to date information on following shows visit the Nicola Valley Arts Council’s official Facebook Page.

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BRETT ADAM SHUTER

August 21,1983 - May 5, 2022 Some stories that never made it in the Eulogy.

I used to really love visiting Brett with my mom even though he was usually pretty busy. Brett always made us laugh so much. He would put on his sprinklers for us in the summer. He was good babysitter “LOL”, fun times.

-Meredith Jackson Back in 2000 I was 187 lbs of muscles. I came back from Hazelton and I was all buffed up and I saw Brett and Owen on the street. As I started walking towards them, both of them started pufng up their chest. They only recognized me after hearing my voice, “Oh holy cow look at you.”

Brett ‘Hitman’ Heart, Brett’s best stories were told with his loud voice, facial and hand gestures. The funniest stories were about me or someone else. He ends them with the biggest laugh that came from within!

I love you and miss you so much, nephew.

-Dan ‘DJ’ Moses.

Brett was the uncle I could get some good haha laughs from.

I really enjoyed his visits. Much love, I will miss you for sure.

‘Peace’ Julz Hall Moses I’m going to miss Brett so much his big handsome smile and his jokes. He was a true character Shannon Kilroy My son Brett, bless your caring, kind, and generous heart. I used to watch WWF wrestling with my brothers. I surely enjoyed watching the Owen and Brett Hart brothers. My rst born was named Owen and my younger son was Brett ‘Hitman’. He came into town, and if he ever saw me, he’d shop for my groceries. He’d get his driver, Grace Aljam, to bring him down to my home in Rocky Pines.There were times I would be out for a doctor’s appointment and come home to see my kitchen with grocery bags sitting in a row with a variety of fruits, vegetables, etc.

I would open up the cupboards to put dry goods in and there would be money he left for me, and a note: ‘get something for yourself Ma.’ Other times I was home when he came by, and Brett immediately shared his matters and stories. He always gave me a big hug and said “love you a long time Ma, see you when I look at you.”

Songs go out to you, son. Rest high up on the mountains.

-SheŔee Moses

MUCH APPRECIATION TO: •Elders for teaching words of protocol, encouraging support to the family •Nellie for her prayers in the language •Richard Jackson •James Shuter •Bill Bose • Neil Edonost for the cedar and headstone carvers •Shana Sparrow for making the cedar roses, ower spray •Doreen Sterling, •The hand drummers, •Pallbearers, both young and elders, •The cooks who did a very good job with the food meals all week •Those who gave monetary donations •Most of all to my niece Leona Shuter Antoine for stepping up to help in every way she could. I love you for having everything be as organized as possible.

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April 24, 1925 - May 24 - 2022 Born in Vilka, Belarus in 1925, Bill Britch passed away peacefully on May 24, in Kelowna, BC. Bill arrived in Canada when he was three years old. He travelled from Belarus with his mother and older siblings to join his father, who had come to Canada beforehand to establish a home prior to the family’s arrival. The family developed a homestead at McMurphy, 18 miles north of Vavenby, BC. Bill was a veteran of WWII. Bill seldom spoke of his war years but loved to tell the story of the Queen Mother visiting in an English hospital where he was recovering from a shell hit. While stationed at Ede in the Netherlands, his regiment organized a dance. In his search for a date for the dance, Bill met Carol, who struck him as a very attractive and intelligent young woman. They met in the spring of 1945 and then Bill shipped out to Germany in the fall of that year. In 1946, he returned home with his Dutch war bride, Carol.

They established a home in Hope, BC where they lived for 7 years. Bill and Carol raised their family in the Merritt area, where they lived for 14 years. Bill worked in the logging industry most of his life. He had a reputation as a hardworking, reliable, and experienced logger. When he was not working, he loved to hunt and fish. From Merritt, Bill moved to the Prince George area, where he worked as a logging supervisor for several large forestry companies. Bill and Carol retired in 1986 to Christina Lake, where they built their dream home. In 1994 they moved to Kelowna.

Bill is survived by his three children Cliff (Ginette), George (Barbara), and Margery Poittris; his 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-greatgrandchild. He is also survived by siblings Rose Hrycan, Mary Mercer, George Britch, Nell Dyble, and Ann Dyble; and his very special friend and companion, Sheila Wilson. Sadly in 2011, he was predeceased by his wife Carol.

An Interment Service will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 3:30 pm, at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, 1991 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC. An informal memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 4:30 pm, at Springfield Funeral Home Family Center, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.

TAKI Arthur Atsuo

BirthdateMay 14, 1930 ~ May 10, 2022 After a long and rewarding life Art Taki passed away on Tuesday May 10 at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.

He was born in Merritt, BC but spentt much of his youth in Japan. He returneed to Canada in his early 20’s to start a fam mily with his wife Michiko. Art worked most of his career at Aspen Planers Sawmill. He was a loyal employee and was always grateful to the Ghog family for the support and opportunities they gave him. Art was a kind man, who never had a negative thing to say about anyone. He enjoyed life and all the simple pleasures that came with it. He loved to watch his boys play sports. In fact, he loved watching all sports, especially the Canucks and the Blue Jays. Above all, Art Taki was a caring and loving husband. He spent his entire life beside Michiko. He protected and cared for her till the end. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife Michiko, sons: Richard (Jane) of Coquitlam, Frank (Joyce) of Port Moody, Roy (Monika) of Kamloops, and grandchildren: Christopher (Cynthia) of Kamloops, Stephen of Port Moody, Kevin of Victoria, Sidney of Kamloops, and great granddaughter Abigail of Kamloops.

A special thank you to the team at RIH 5 North for the care and compassion you showed Art. Also, thank you to the people of Merritt who took the time to say hello, smile, or wave at Art as he made his daily trip to the main post office.

“Take’er easy Art”

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Ben passed away quietly and on his own terms at Nicola Valley Hospital. Born in Bozeman, Montana, Ben came to Canada in 1973 and was proud to be a Canadian citizen.

Ben was a friend, mentor and guide to many people. He had no interest in power, prestige, or position, and he didn’t let his ego get in the way of helping.

His quiet demeanor was a part of his ability to be kind, empathetic and encouraging to those he met along life’s path. It was in his role as counsellor that Ben excelled. He saw only the best in his clients and worked tirelessly to bring them both health and healing.

He will be sorely missed by all the people whose lives he touched. He loved his family: his wife, Ava Dean and best friend of 40 years, his sister, Sue Thompson of Sechelt, his step-daughter Wendy Lovatt (Lawrence), and his step-grandson, Nicholas Furtado. He was a loving caregiver to the end – offering words of comfort and making sure his family was OK with his passing.

He would like you to remember him with a smile, then raise a glass of Coca Cola and salute every Smart Car you see – his two passions to the end. If you wish to honour his memory, please donate to men’s programming at Conayt Friendship Centre or Nicola Family Therapy.

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December 8, 1926 - May 15, 2022 Mrs. Phyllis Mounfield passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Gillis House in Merritt, BC on May 15, 2022.

Lovingly remembered by her 3 children: Ginny Rigby, David Mounfield, Melody Reitsma, 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren as well as many friends and family.

She is predeceased by her husband Jim Mounfield.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Casual Support Worker Position Duties: Under the direction of the Program Director, the successful applicant will carry out the Vision and Mission of Journey’s Into Tomorrow Transition House and provides support to women and their children in a nonjudgemental and condential atmosphere.

Duties Include the following: • To create an atmosphere of safety and trust by providing condential and non-judgemental support • To assist clients recognize their rights and responsibilities • To provide necessary referrals and/or case planning with other organizations/agencies • Intake procedures including assessing eligibility • Handle crisis calls and to provide emotional support, information and referrals over the phone • Record keeping in compliance with the Privacy Act and Journey’s Into Tomorrow policies, as well as maintain statistical activity reports • Cleaning duties to include, but limited to, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting etc.

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COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE Hours: 35 Hours per week Start Date: As Soon As Possible Wage: Based on rates advertised by the BC Nurses Union · • The prevention and management of communicable diseases • To identify health needs and provide health promotion and disease prevention services • To provide baby immunizations, u clinics and TB Screening • To provide pre and postnatal support • To educate and support diabetics in the Community COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Work hours: 35 hours per week Start date: ASAP Wages: up to $35 per hour based on education and experience The Communications Coordinator supports the Band in internal and external communication, media relations, promotional plans, and publication management. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal/communications skills, graphic design abilities and excellent computer literacy.

JANITOR Hours: 4PM – 11:30PM Start Date: ASAP Wage: $20.00/hour The Janitor position will clean and disinfect assigned areas in accordance with safe working practices, protocols and procedures to ensure the environment is clean and safe.

FIRE FIGHTERS Hours: 35 – 40 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Wage: $25 to $30/hour Number of Hires: 4 positions Responds to res and other emergency alarms and assists in those operations necessary to insure the connement and extinguishment of res or the elimination of other hazardous conditions. Also, will be involved with wildland re ghting and cultural burning LANDS AGENT Hours: 35 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Wage: $21 to $25 based on education, skills and experience The Lands Agent is responsible for assisting the Lands Manager with the day-to-day operations of the Lands Sector relating to reserve lands for the Lower Nicola Indian Band. Supports all aspects of the Lands Sector including the implementation of work plans, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Success for ALL Learners, Today and Tomorrow

CURRENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES

At this time, we invite applications for the position(s) of:

POSITION

First Nations Support Worker Temporary First Nations Support Worker Temporary Computer Technician I StrongStart Coordinator Noon-Hour Supervisors – all schools Noon-Hour Supervisor – Collettville Elementary Relief Clerk Typist Relief Custodian Relief Bus Driver Relief Education Assistant

JOB CODE

3241793 3241761 3220972 3210039 3104210 3179253 3064259 3064478 3064450 3064466

CLOSING DATE

Ongoing Ongoing June 13, 2022 Ongoing until filled Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at https://www.makeafuture.ca/bcschools-and-districts/nicola-similkameen-school-district-no-58/.

All applicants must provide a cover letter and resume outlining relevant background and work experience and three (3) professional references for each position they want to be considered .

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

RECEPTIONIST Start date: Flexible Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Mon to Fri Wage: $20 per hour ($18.50 during 90-day probation) To provide clerical support and le maintenance for the Lower Nicola Indian Band. Answer phones and handle inquiries. Grade 12 diploma required and have excellent communication skills HOMEMAKER Hours: 8:30 to 4:30. Mon to Fri Start Date: ASAP Wage: $20 + per hour, depending on education and experience Reporting to Homecare lead, primary role as a homemaker will be to provide general housekeeping to the applicants that have been assessed already.

HOUSING MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 Mon to Fri Start Date: ASAP Wage: $23 to $28 based on education, skills and experience Responsible for assisting with the maintenance and safe operation of LNIB public housing buildings.

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the completion of major and minor assigned tasks within the buildings. Assist Tenant Relations Coordinator and Housing Administrator as needed.

HOUSING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND LANDS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 Mon to Fri Start Date: ASAP 2 positions available Wage: $20 to $24 per hour depending on education and experience The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing direct support to the Manager and the daily needs of the Department. To provide direction and administrative support as required ELDERS COORDINATOR Hours: up to 35 hours per week Start: ASAP Wage: $20 to $21 per hours Reporting to the Elder’s Program Manager, the Elders Coordinator is responsible for providing programs and activities in our community and to create and maintain a meal program for home care clientele. To set up and deliver of programs and activities for elders. Assist with delivery of special community health programs

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Employment

Employment

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Employment Employment NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Nooaitch Indian Band 2954 Shackelly Road Merritt, BC V1K 1N9

Ph: 250-378-6141 Fax: 250-378-3699

HOMEMAKER WANTED Social Development Department The homemaker reports to the Social Development Department and is responsible for providing home making services for Elders and people with disabilities on the Nooaitch Indian Band reserve.

A homemaker provides healthy support to clientele and is required to do physical demanding tasks. A homemaker represents an important enhancement to Elders and Client care. A dynamic, enthusiastic, and reliable individual committed to home services is a key.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • To provide professional homemaking services to pre-approved Nooaitch or community members as directed by the Social Development Dept.

• Maintain cleaning duties based on the evaluation provided by the Scw’exmx Community Society’s nurse. Duties may include but are not limited to; vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dish washing, dusting, cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms, the kitchen area, laundry and overall upkeep and tidying of the center and area.

• To establish a professional working relationship with the client(s) and follow a cleaning schedule, based on evaluation.

• To perform assigned duties and responsibilities with respect for client(s) privacy and condentiality; adapt to a variety of situations; and respect and accept different values and standards of living.

• To maintain a record of hours and duration of service for each client(s); record services provided at each visit; report incidents; provide time sheets as per Nooaitch policy.

• Conduct all work in accordance with safety procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma/equivalent • Must have the ability to perform outlined cleaning tasks with minimum supervision.

• Must possess physical ability to perform all cleaning tasks.

• Must be self-motivated.

• Good interpersonal/communication skills • Must be in good health and have all Covid-19 vaccine shots.

• Must have Driver’s License Please submit your resume, covering letter, and references to: Human Resources, Nooaitch Indian Band, 2954 Shackelly Rd. Merritt BC. V1K 1N9

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PRODUCTION WORKERS

(FT/PT) • Wages: starting $20 to $25 • Steady day shift work • Students welcome to apply • No experience necessary • Will train

TRUCK DRIVERS WITH CLASS 1 Local steady work

1ST & 2ND YEAR MECHANICS LICENCED SECURITY GUARDS Excellent medical & dental plan Please submit resume in person to 1195 Houston Street, Merritt B.C. 250-378-6161

Garage Sales

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LABOURER POSITION Experience is an asset but not a necessity, we will train.

The position is for a yardman, running fork-lifts, pick-up and occasionally loader. Applicant must have a valid Class 5 License.

Catch your next job in our employment section.

This is a full-time but seasonal position, offering work for about 8 months of the year starting around April.

Good Wages and benefits.

Please provide a Drivers Abstract with your resume.

If interested, please contact Chris Grund at 250-315-5309

CLASS 1 & 3 DRIVERS. Experience is an asset but not a necessity, we will train.

The position is running dump truck and pulling gravel trailers.

Please provide a Drivers Abstract with your resume.

If interested, please contact Chris Grund at 250-315-5309

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SERVING MERRITT & AREA FOR 40 YEARS! NICOLA VALLEY NEWSemail: rlpmerit@telus.net

Helping you is what we do.™

3499 Voght Street, Merritt BC, V1K 1C6

250-378-6181

Owner/Broker

www.royallepage.ca

Visit: www.royallepage.ca/merritt email: rlpmerit@telus.net for a complete list of current listing.

Managing Broker

CLAUDETTE EDENOSTE Ph: 250-280-0689

JOHN ISAAC Ph: 250-378-1586

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TONY LUCK

LOOKING TO SELL? Call one of our agents to see what your home is worth.

318-280 ALDER DRIVE (Logan Lake) $265,000

Top floor, 2 bedroom “SuperSuite”. This unit really is one of a kind! Large master bedroom, 2 X 4 piece bath, deluxe formal dining room, large open living room w/ gas fireplace, 2 sliding glass doors to balconies, 167732 super mountain view.

2282 SCHINDLER CRESCENT $409,000

DENISE DESILETS

Ph: 604-217-5825 tjluck@royallepage.ca

2437 CLAPPERTON AVE $198,000

Ph: 250-315-8395 denisedesilets@ royallepage.ca

FRED SINGER

Ph: 250-318-8392 fred.singer@royallepage.ca

597 WILD ROSE DRIVE

137 ASPEN CRESCENT

$169,900

(Logan Lake) $414,950

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Nice 1 acre flat lot less than 15 minutes from Merritt in an area any outdoorsman would love. Great area for hunting, fishing and all outdoorsman activities! Power and telephone at road. Well and septic would need to be done when building. 167754

This will be a great family home with a little TLC. 3 beds and 1.5 bath up. Large unfinished area down as well as 2 partial finished beds, large laundry and workshoparea. Mountain views from rear garden.

167296

920 COLDWATER AVENUE

1-1749 MENZIES STREET

$1,175,000

$469,900

This is a wonderful 4 bedroom familyhome on a desirable 1.5 acres. Property features a 2 story barn, a 1,500 sq ft detached workshop (animal friendly) w/ horse shelter, chicken coop & 2 fenced dog runs.

167662

Lovely end unit offers large yard and an extended cement deck off the living room giving you lots of room. Home has many updates.

The main floor also offers a 2 piece guest bath and laundry off the kitchen with access to a generous double garage.

167350

Three bedroom on its own lot with fenced yard, lane access and storage sheds in back yard. Some of the upgrades include 100 amp service and vinyl windows as well as vinyl flooring in most rooms. All appliances are included.

167054

2064 CLAPPERTON AVENUE

KEVIN DUNN

Ph: 250-525-0073 1kevindunn@ protonmail.com

Royal y LePage g Property p y Management g For all rental inquiries, please contact

Kevin Dunn or Crystal Chandler.

This 2 storey home has huge potential with lots of room for the family inside & outside.

This home sits on a large lot at .44 acre.

Suite potential upstairs with kitchen area and separate entrance!.

166412

Investment Opportunity! This home has endless opportunities for the buyer willing to invest some time in making this home there own. The home has been cleaned up with tear out work completed, just now needs your finishing ideas. Sold as is.

167562

Rental Applications are available at our office AND on our website www.merrittrealestateservices.com in the “Property Management” tab.

Phone: 250-378-1996 or Email: proplepage@gmail.com