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THE RESULTS ARE IN (AGAIN) A poll-by-poll look at how the October election panned out in the Nicola Valley David Dyck THE MERRITT HERALD

Although it was a tight race for MP Dan Albas across the newly-drawn Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola (COSN) riding in last October’s federal election, a closer look at the Nicola Valley polls show a wider margin for the Conservative and NDP candidates.

Albas took nearly half of the 919 early-bird voters who crowded the Merritt Civic Centre, while NDP’s Angelique Wood came in second, with 27 per cent.

Logan Lakers, Lower Nicolans, and Princetonians all preferred Albas above the rest, though the second place finisher was Wood in Lower Nicola, and Karley Scott — by only one percentile — in Princeton.

And Quilchena voters strayed the farthest from convention, with over half of the 184 voters casting for the NDP, leaving Conservatives and Liberals fighting for second and third place, respectively.

Those are some of the nuggets of data mined from poll-by-poll results released by Elections Canada last week. This is useful data for strategists from across the political spectrum, as it provides information

about where a party’s support is strong or where it might be a close race.

Albas ended up the victor on Oct. 19, winning 39.5 per cent of all votes, while Scott took a close 37.3 per cent.

Looking outside the valley, if Scott had managed to extend a little more support in Kelowna, she could have taken the election. The Liberal candidate was nearly win-for-win with Albas in West Kelowna.

Albas took Peachland by a hair, but lost Summerland overwhelmingly to Scott.

It was the rural voters, many in the Nicola Valley, who were a big part of Albas’ second win.

Overall, the Liberal Party of Canada won the 2015 federal election, taking 184 seats in the House of Commons to form a majority government. The Conservatives took 99 seats to form the opposition party.

Sixty-eight per cent of Canadians voted in the election, the highest voter turnout since 1979. That was even higher here in the COSN, with 71.81 per cent of voters coming out. Numbers were so high that some advanced polling stations — including the one set up at the Merritt Civic Centre — ran out of ballots.

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The Merritt Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) saw a busy 2015, fighting many more fires than it has in recent years.

The number of structure fires, grass fires and car fires MFRD responded to last year was much higher than the numbers from 2013 and 2014, according to the department’s three-year comparison.

Last year, the fire department responded to 12 structure fires, double the six it responded to in 2014 and four more than the eight it attended in 2013.

MFRD responded to 18 wildland fires during 2015 compared to just eight in 2014 and nine in 2013.

An even more dramatic increase is the three year high in the num-

ber of car fires MFRD responded to.

In 2013 the fire department responded to just six, in 2014 that number doubled to 12 and that number nearly doubled again last year with a total of 22 vehicles going up in flames. Many of these were cases of arson.

“We’ve had much slower years and much busier years, so we just try to tow the line,” Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson told council at a budget meeting last week.

City of Merritt financial director Sheila Thiessen said the fire department’s operating budget for 2016 is slightly more than last year’s, but it typically hovers around the $950,000 mark. In 2015 the budget was $938,000 and this year’s is budgeted at $960,000.

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— There are a number of capital project proposals being tossed around city hall to include in the 2016 budget.

— Although not set in stone, some are moving ahead while others have been nixed.

— The final draft of the 2016 budget for the City of Merritt is still in the works, and will be presented to city council this spring for adoption.

— The property tax rate will be finalized in May.

STILL ON THE TABLE Budget item: Rescue one retrofit Estimated cost: $100,000 The skinny: A few years ago, the fire department’s rescue one firetruck was hit by a commercial transport truck on the Coquihalla Highway and underwent repairs. Now, citing multiple issues with the repaired vehicle since the incident, the fire department is requesting its rescue body be combined with a brand new cabin chassis to extend the vehicle’s shelf life by 10 years.

Budget item: A new command vehicle for the fire department Estimated cost: $55,000 The skinny: The fire department’s command vehicle two is in need of replacement after accumulating 120,000 kilometres during its time in the fire department’s fleet.

The pickup truck is used by the department’s duty officer on weekends and during the week for training or fire prevention purposes.

Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson said the vehicle was supposed to be replaced three years ago, and has run into some mechanical issues.

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Call volume has been steadily rising for years MFRD went a bit over its operating budget last year, but those costs were offset by provincial reimbursements the department receives from attending highway accidents, Thiessen said. The increase to their budget this year is also expected to be covered from these revenues.

“We keep the funding fairly consistent and that seems to have worked well in the past,” Thiessen told the Herald.

Tomkinson said $85,000 alone was reimbursed from sending out the fire department’s rescue truck to these calls last year.

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The total number of calls the fire department responds to on an annual basis has been on a steady rise over the past three years. Last year, MFRD responded to 393 calls for service compared to 353 in 2014 and 273 in 2013.

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Budget item: New chairs at the Merritt Civic Centre Estimated cost: $40,000 The skinny: Council decided not to undertake replacing 600 chairs at the Merritt Civic Centre with new ones.

Councillors Brown, Christopherson and Goetz expressed the opinion that the sound system was more in need of an upgrade than the chairs. Coun. Goetz made a motion to remove the $40,000 item from the budget and council voted in favour of doing so.

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City Calendar March 10 7 pm - The Nicola Naturalist Society Monthly Meeting NVIT March 11 8:30 to 10:30 pm - Family Fun Night Aquatic Centre March 11 to 13 Crop Weekend Merritt Civic Centre March 11 to 18 XploreSportz Spring Break Camp Merritt Civic Centre March 21 7 pm - Nicola Valley Film Society presents “Jimmy’s Hall�

NVIT March 22 7 pm - Regular Council Meeting Merritt City Hall March 23 8 pm - Pre-Teen Night Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre March 24 8:30 pm - Teen Night Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre

UPCOMING GREEN TOURISM WEBINAR You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar (online seminar) hosted by Green Tourism Canada and the ThompsonOkanagan Tour-ism Association.

The webinar, entitled ‘Getting Started With Green Tourism’ will take place on March 17 from 10 to 11 a.m.

The City of Merritt has registered for the event, and we invite interested community members to join us in the Community Boardroom (first floor of City Hall) for the webinar.

The purpose of the webinar is to assist our region’s tourism businesses in improving their sustainability performance in an effort to not only protect the natural environ-

ment that makes us so unique, but also to meet the growing consumer demand for responsible business.

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For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Detailed resumes attached with a cover letter will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 11, 2016 and should be addressed to: Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

NOTICE is hereby given that the Sewer and Water Parcel Tax Rolls are available for viewing in the Finance Department of City Hall from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, except statutory holidays.

A person who owns a parcel included on the parcel tax roll may request that the roll be amended respecting a matter referred to in section 205 (1) [complaints to review panel], but only in relation to the person’s own property; You may make a complaint under Section 205 of the Community Charter to the Parcel Tax Review Panel for one or more of the following reasons: r 5IFSF JT BO FSSPS PS PNJTTJPO BCPVU B OBNF PS address on the tax roll; r 5IFSF JT BO FSSPS PS PNJTTJPO BCPVU UIF JODMVTJPO of a parcel; r 5IFSF JT BO FSSPS PS PNJTTJPO BCPVU UIF UBYBCMF area or taxable frontage of a parcel; r "O FYFNQUJPO IBT CFFO JNQSPQFSMZ BMMPXFE

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March 25 10 am to 12 pm - City Easter Extravaganza Rotary Park March 27 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm - Easter Hop Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre Recordings of the City of Merritt’s council meetings can also be seen on Shaw Cable (Channel 10) on Thursdays and Sundays at 11:00 a.m.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS MAN HUNT

Fundraiser to find Morrison Up to $20,000 sought to hire PI Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Years have passed since Dean Morrison went missing from the Stump Lake Ranch, but a local man hasn’t given up on finding him.

Tim Waters is hoping to raise funds to hire a private investigator to rekindle the search, starting a GoFundMe page as a means to accumulate between $5,000 to $20,000 for this endeavour.

Waters didn’t know Morrison personally, but is a friend of a friend of his family. He told the Herald that last summer he read about what had happened to Morrison, and when he heard that search efforts had essentially stopped, it spurred a desire in him to continue the search.

Dean Morrison was last seen on October 22, 2013, disappearing sometime that morning after being fired from his contracted painting job at the Stump Lake Ranch, located northeast of Merritt.

Morrison had been living in a trailer on the property while on the job, and the then 44-year-old father of three had recently separated from his wife.

His mother, Elizabeth Faber,

has told the Herald in previous interviews that her son was suffering from depression. On his days off he would stay with his sister, Michelle, who also suffered from depression.

Faber said Michelle had given him some of her pills.

“He was a really fast worker — a hard worker — but he wasn’t working at the same level at that time,” Faber said.

When Morrison arrived for work at the ranch on Oct. 22, his boss noticed something off about him, and he was fired, his mother said.

“Apparently he was really lethargic,” she said.

Morrison then went to his vehicle at about 9:30 a.m., but it wouldn’t start, so he called a tow truck. The tow truck didn’t arrive for about three hours, but by then Morrison was gone.

Family members became concerned when Morrison didn’t call or go back to his sister’s house. By Oct. 28 his sister reported him missing to the RCMP. Two days later on Oct. 31, RCMP conducted an air and ground search, but came up empty.

A community-organized ground search on Nov. 13, 2013 also turned up nothing.

“He’s never been heard from

or seen since that day,” said Faber. “His boss was the last one to see him.”

Less than a year after Morrison’s disappearance, the family experienced more hardship as his sister passed away in August of 2014.

“My daughter and my son — I lost both of them within one year,” Faber said.

The missing person file for Morrison was transferred to the Kamloops RCMP. Morrison is described as Caucasian, five-foot-six, about 145 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a quilted black jacket and work pants.

Waters aims to start another search for Morrison this spring at the Stump Lake Ranch and hopes that a private investigator will be able to gain unlimited access to the property.

He told the Herald that he believes something may have happened to Morrison, saying that he doesn’t think he left on his own accord or that he would have committed suicide.

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HERALD OPINION EDITORIAL

Premiers do the carbon shuffle Premier Christy Clark had her dancing shoes on as yet another “climate change” meeting TOM FLETCHER ended in B.C. disarray in VIEWS Vancouver last week.

“This is not the end,” Clark assured reporters after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the premiers emerged with no agreement on a national minimum carbon price. No kidding.

Trudeau declared victory by announcing the unanimous consent to a “Vancouver Declaration,” which basically pays lip service to the concept of “carbon pricing” and kicks another grand federal election promise down the road.

As the rest headed for jets waiting at Vancouver airport, Clark expressed the hope that the public would say “they got together and they made progress.” Did they? Let’s take a look.

Going into the Whistler-Vancouver stop on Trudeau’s globe-trotting glamour tour, Clark correctly noted that it’s other provinces that need to make progress. B.C. has a clear price on carbon emissions; it’s been held at $30 a tonne since Clark succeeded its creator, Gordon Campbell.

Clark’s advice for other premiers is to follow Campbell’s example of a revenue-neutral carbon tax, offset by income tax reductions. You won’t build public support for a carbon tax that makes people poorer, she said.

Of course that’s what Alberta is doing, at a time when many residents are getting poorer already. Alberta’s NDP government plans to match the rate of B.C.’s carbon tax within two years and spend the proceeds.

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OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN Last Saturday, March 5, my wife Heidi and I attended the annual Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club Trophy and Awards Dinner at the Merritt Seniors Centre.

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This event is something I look forward to every year. I am truly impressed with how the event is organized and how the merchant and business community of our valley support the club with many donations that are given away as door prizes to the attendants.

Without this support and the many club volunteers, the Trophy and Awards night would not have become the staple of annual events in Merritt it is today.

Although attendance

was a bit lower compared to last year, there was still a good turnout.

The evening began with cocktails and potluck dinner of deliciously prepared wild game dishes that members cook for the occasion and commenced with the awards presentations for the winners in the various categories of hunting and fishing as well as picture “trophies” submitted by members.

The award categories consisted of: best big game trophy, best fish trophy, ladies and junior game and fish trophy, best

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archery game trophy and best photography awards split into local landscape, wildlife and open category.

It was a joy to see how many young people — the youngest about ten years old — were called to the podium to receive awards. About half of the contestants who won awards consisted of youth. To me this is a good indicator that the future of hunting, fishing and nature stewardship is slowly changing over to a new generation that will carry on this important

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part of Canadian heritage.

The Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club itself received an honour: The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC gave the club an award of appreciation for their continued efforts in promoting sustainable fishing practices and fish conservation.

A special attraction for this year was the display of Steven Beckley’s collection of amazing African and North American wild game taxidermy work.

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YOUR OPINION Now is not the time LETTERS to the editor to increase taxes BC Hydro’s tactics tantamount to extortion on oil and gas Editor:

From Page 6 Other premiers have more creative definitions for pricing carbon.

Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil pointed to transmission lines and power purchases from the Muskrat Falls dam under construction in Labrador, to substitute hydro for coal-fired power. The highest electricity prices in Canada are their “carbon pricing� plan.

Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall pointed to SaskPower’s Boundary Dam carbon capture and storage project. It is the world’s first coal-fired power station to capture carbon dioxide after combustion. The CO2 is sold to oilfield operators who inject it into declining wells to push more oil out, and the project intends to capture sulphur dioxide and fly ash to process and sell for other industrial uses.

Wall is the only Canadian leader to state a couple of inconvenient truths.

The purpose of this exercise is to reduce carbon emissions, not to raise tax revenues.

And now is the worst possible time to impose more taxes on the oil and gas industry.

Clark’s stand-pat strategy on the B.C. carbon tax is going to change this year, as positioning begins for the 2017 election. A B.C. government advisory panel has recommended a 33 per cent

increase, conveniently starting in 2018, with annual increases after that.

The current sevencent-per-litre carbon tax on gasoline sold in B.C. is hardly a deterrent these days, as pump prices have tumbled and could stay low for years to come. And with a fragile economy, it seems unlikely that a big boost in carbon taxes will find favour with voters a year from now.

The B.C. NDP is trying to rebuild its credibility on climate policy. NDP leader John Horgan tried to revise the party’s history, claiming in yearend interviews that the NDP didn’t oppose the carbon tax, only making it revenue neutral rather than spending the money on green initiatives, as Alberta wants to do.

Alas, the NDP’s “axe the tax� campaign going into the 2009 election is a matter of record.

The party’s election platform warned that Campbell’s plan “increases taxes for average families by tripling the gas tax� to its current level.

Last week the NDP issued a news release denouncing Clark for presiding over increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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Does anybody else have a problem with BC Hydro charging such an exorbitant amount for checking the analog meters still in use in some homes?

Being a senior on a fixed income does not leave a lot of money for extras, needless to say.

I have lived in the same place for almost 30 years and I never had to pay to have my meter checked.

Because my meter is in the house, I chose not to have the smart meter installed, for health reasons.

At one time, I was asked to check the meter myself and phone in the results.

Needless to say, I declined. Now, apparently, that is not an option.

At almost $40 a month, more than a third of my bill, it seems a bit unreasonable.

When I questioned BC Hydro about this, I was told I could always use diesel. Sure, that’s an option — I’ll get right on that.

Being a monopoly does not give BC Hydro the right to abuse the very people who depend on this necessary commodity.

So, how do you spell extortion? BC Hydro might know.

Peter Thornhill Kamloops

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The group of awarded members at the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club Trophy and Award Dinner. It is encouraging to see that half of the awards went to the young generation that will carry the great Canadian hunting, fishing and nature stewardship heritage on into the future. Heidi Koehler Photography

From Page 6 Seeing this amazing collection alone was worth attending the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club Trophy and Award Dinner.

I introduced Steven Beckley in my Herald column from February 11, 2016 “Preserving the memory of a hunt.�

The Trophy and Award Dinner is one of the many entertaining and fun social fundraising events the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club organizes each year in order to continue the many fish and wildlife conservation programs and nature stewardship promotions.

While on this topic let

me take this opportunity to dispel any rumours that the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club spends all their financial resources on pending legal actions about Crown land and water access.

This is not truthful. Any fundraising events to finance legal actions are done by an independent entity, the “access committee,� within the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club.

In closing, as a director of the board, I would like to thank on behalf of the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club all the volunteers, supporters, merchants and businesses in the Nicola Valley and beyond for their generous

contributions and donations, the many club volunteers that every year donate their time and effort in organizing and setting up this event.

Without that level of support from the community and the volunteer work of dedicated members such an event would simply not be possible.

I also would like to give a special thank you to Steven Beckley for bringing his taxidermy display to the event. I happen to know that he worked hard all night long to put the finishing touches to it.

Thank you all, and I’m already looking forward to next year’s awards.

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JAMES TEIT

An early advocate for First Nations rights

BETTY DOBERSTEIN

Recognized for her work as a caring Canadian

SUSAN GEARING-EDGE A looking glass TO THE PAST Google the name “James Teit” and at least 18 hits will pop up on your screen — a testament to the fame of this Nicola Valley man.

James Alexander Tait (which he later changed to Teit to honor his Norse roots) was born in the Shetland Islands, on the northerly tip of Scotland, in 1864. While growing up, he developed an intense interest in the old myths of Shetland and began to research the mystical Norsemen, an education that foreshadowed things to come later in his life.

When James was only seventeen, he began his arduous journey to Spences Bridge. There he worked part-time in the local store as well as at the nearby orchards. But his passion — and most of his income — came from his work as a hunter and a guide. He soon he got to know many of the local Aboriginal people in the area.

A local columnist in Spences Bridge wrote of Teit: “While yet a youth, he became interested in the Indians. He hunted and fished with them, shared their adventures, their hardships, and their entertainment, smoked and drank with them. He became acquainted with their habits and thoughts, their traditions, their superstitions, their folklore, their craftsmanship.”

He met and married Lucy Antko in 1892.

Little is known about Lucy, other than she was a Thompson Indian. She died in 1899 of either pneumonia or tuberculosis and the couple had no children.

In 1894, James met a man who made such an impression on him that it marked a turning point in his life. Franz Boas was a German-American anthropologist who was in British Columbia on a field trip. Now fluent in the Thompson language, Teit proved his worth to Boas by explaining to the First Nations in the area that Boas wanted to interview them. They trusted Teit and agreed to work with the anthropologist. Together the two men travelled on horseback to their many small villages. In total, Boas was able to study 123 native people. He was delighted to hear that Teit was inspired to work on a study on the Aboriginals that compared and analyzed the

Betty Doberstein was one of 37 other Canadians who received a Caring Canadian award from Governor General David Johnston on March 4. Phyllis VanSteinburg/Submitted photo James Teit with his first wife, Antko. Nicola Valley Museum and Archives

characteristics of these people and the relationships between them (this is known as “ethnology”).

Teit, who was well educated with a penchant for science, soon became a recognized authority on the First Nations bands in British Columbia. He became fluent in many of their languages. He was often employed by the government in its dealings with the tribes, while still being in great demand as a guide.

Boas and Teit teamed up once again in 1897 on a project funded by the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The two men were assigned to study relations between the populations of the Pacific Northwest. Boas relied heavily on Teit and the two studied archeological sites, taking photographs, recording stories and songs on an Edison wax cylinder recorder and listening to explanations of designs on woven baskets, jewelry and masks that had a variety of uses.

During this time Teit maintained a rigorous field research and writing schedule which resulted in major works. He authored four publications for the American Museum: The Thompson Indians of B.C., The Lillooet Indians, The Shuswap and The Mythology of the Thompson Indians.

His personal life took a romantic turn in 1904 when he married Leonie Josephine Morens, the daughter of Leon Morens, a stock owner and dairyman of Spences Bridge. The couple had five children — Eric, Magnus, Sigurd, Thor and Inga.

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Last week, one of Merritt’s own was recognized by the Governor General as a caring Canadian.

Betty Doberstein, who has been a volunteer with the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary for 35 years — now serving as the president — was presented with a Caring Canadian award by Governor General David Johnston last Friday, March 4.

“It was really good,” Doberstein told the Herald in a phone interview following the ceremony — though she admitted she was a little nervous.

“He’s so friendly, he’s really down to earth,” she added. “He chatted with me when I went up [to accept the award].”

She said she was curious about who nominated her, and found out that it was B.C. Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon, herself a longtime auxiliary supporter and personal friend of Doberstein’s.

Asked what motivated her to volunteer with the auxiliary for so many years, serving in so many different capacities, Doberstein said that it was helping other people

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that she found so appealing. The auxiliary is a way to see hard work pay off with tangible results.

“We ask the hospital and Gillis House what they need for equipment and we take it back to the meeting and we discuss what we could afford to spend that year, and that’s what we buy — and they’re so grateful,” she said.

Some of those things include lab equipment and a heart monitor.

“Many times people can’t get into Kamloops for appointments, so any way we can help them stay in Merritt to get the tests done, that’s just a bonus for us,” she said.

Doberstein also volunteers as president of the Centennials Booster Club, and helps out with the concession for the Merritt Minor Hockey Association.

“Thank goodness I’m retired now — I don’t know how I did all that when I was working full time!” she laughed.

She said that she hoped to see a younger generation get involved with volunteering. “All the clubs are suffering from people that don’t want to volunteer,” she said. “We need the younger group to get involved.”

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Compensatory damages in personal injury cases Part II GREG PRATCH Everyday LAW This is the second part of a three part series of articles I am writing on compensatory damages (ie financial compensation) in personal injury claims.

In the first part of this series, I described the basic damages framework in Canada, the fact that compensatory damages in a personal injury claim very generally consist of general damages, loss of income claims and special damages.

The focus of this article is on general damages, which are non-monetary losses which are suffered by the injured party. This category of damages includes compensation for pain and suffering and the general negative impacts that the injuries may have on your dayto-day life.

Going back to the example from my last article, imagine you have been involved in a serious car accident (which is the fault of the other driver) and have suffered a variety of injuries.

Your lawyer would file a lawsuit and one of the types of damages you would be claiming is general damages. In our example, you would need to prove to the court that you have suffered injury and financial loss as a result of the accident.

Injuries may include all kinds of things, including psychological effects that stem from scarring that has occurred as a result of the accident.

It may also include a loss of enjoyment of certain aspects of one’s daily life. So, for example, if you previously enjoyed taking long

walks with your dog and are no longer able to do that; or if you previously enjoyed taking your kids to the park and pushing them on the swings and you are in too much pain to do that or enjoy doing that, then you may claim an amount in compensation from the party who caused the accident.

In other words, if the accident has impacted your lifestyle or your ability to enjoy the things you did before the accident, then the courts have recognized that although this may not be directly qualifiable the individual has suffered a loss and should be compensated accordingly.

The amount of general damages that are awarded in any given case is very specific to the facts of the

case and will depend on a variety of factors.

This can range from a few hundred dollars in very minor cases (for example, minor soft tissue injuries) all the way to several hundred thousand dollars in very serious injury cases (for example, someone who becomes paralyzed as a result of the accident).

The upper limit of general damages in Canada as set by the courts to date is approximately $330,000 and would only be awarded in rare and very serious cases.

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle or other type of accident, it may be helpful for you and your lawyer if you keep a journal of the changes that you have experienced in your life as a result of the accident. This may

assist you in remembering the details of the impacts this event has caused in your daily life and may also assist in documenting the magnitude of those impacts.

It is important to remember that general damages are only one of the ‘heads of damages’ that an injured party may claim in a motor vehicle accident. The injured party may also make a claim for other ‘heads of damages’ such as loss of income (past or future) and special damages. These types of damages will be the subject of my third and final article in this series.

Greg Pratch is a lawyer and partner with Pushor Mitchell LLP. He practices in the area of litigation with a particular emphasis in personal injury matters and tax disputes

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A prolific and influential author, Teit’s works are displayed worldwide From Page 8 Teit continued on with his work with the Aboriginal people by organizing meetings, working toward land claims and working as a counsellor, spokesperson and interpreter. In 1911 he accompanied a delegation of Interior Salish Chiefs to Ottawa to help them render their appeals and arguments.

He became so close to the people that his writings began to reflect sympathy and compassion. An article in the July 28, 1982 Merritt Herald said, “He tried to change the Indians’ belief that they were doomed to extinction.”

Teit worked for many organizations throughout the world at various times, including the famous Smithsonian Institute. As a result he was often unable to spend as much time with his family as he would have liked.

The Teits moved to a house on Quilchena Avenue in Merritt in 1919. His neighbours recalled that even after James Teit’s death in 1922, at the young age of 58, the First Nations chiefs used to come and visit his wife out of respect. He is buried in the Merritt Cemetery.

James Teit left an accurate, well chronicled legacy of the Thompson native bands which is now on display in the National Museum of Man in Ottawa and the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. To commemorate the life and times of James Teit, the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives in Merritt has one of the best exhibits that gives residents and tourists a glimpse into the life of this famous man.

Among other things, there are 20 binders full of Teit’s photocopied works, a mural painted

by Susan Stevenson in 1994 and various native baskets which were passed through the generations. Also displayed are many personal items that once belonged to James A. Teit and his family: a camera, hunt-

ing/trophy knives, a diary from 1910, Teit’s Bible and many native

artifacts and books and publications written by and about Teit.

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Great little 2 bedroom home with many updates & renovations of newer windows, plumbing, electrical, new plank flooring throughout, new plumbing fixtures, paint, doors & tri, plus a duct cleaning & regular furnace mtnce.

#2583

$137,500

EXTRA LARGE LOT

Newer 2 bedroom apartment in “The Summit” comes with stainless steel appliances, 1.5 baths and laundry room. No more shoveling snow! Great place to live, close to transit.

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.

#2340

#2612

$159,000

EXTRA LARGE LOT

$74,900

STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME

Very nice floor plan in this 4 bedroom family home, close to schools. Features newer kitchen and flooring, 2 gas F/P’s, 4 baths, full basement with inlaw living quarters with walkout basement.

Double garage.

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.

Custom home with open kitchen/family room, vaulted ceilings, 4 bedrms up, 4.5 baths, 6 ft crawl space for storage. Enjoy the nice covered deck, gazebo and fish pond in backyard.

#2635

#2531

GREAT STARTER HOME

APARTMENT

QUIET CUL DE SAC

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.

Spacious family home with 3 bedroom up, vaulted ceilings, large kitchen, sunken living room, gas fireplace and large 3 pce ensuite. 1 bedroom down. Close to school. Single garage.

#2597

$319,900

CED

This would be a great starter home or investment property with 2 bedrooms up, 1 in partially finished basement & 1.5 baths. Great corner lot with good access. As is where is.

Quality family home in good area. Has vaulted ceilings, Mill Creek kitchen cabinets with granite top on center island, 3 bedrms, 3.5 baths, full basement, U/G sprinklers, 2 car 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.

Great starter home with 3 bedrooms up, 1.5 baths, newer windows and siding. Has a full partly finished basement. Close to schools. Has lane access.

Perfect family home with 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths, family rm, games rm, wine rm, office & storage all on 5 levels. Double garage has 10 ft doors & work area. Great yard with 1 ½ lots for extra parking.

Older 2 bedroom home in nice neighbourhood, close to the downtown. An extra large 13,780 sq.ft. lot with subdivision potential. Lane access, huge backyard with single garage.

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.

Located across from elementary school. Home has new kitchen with tile backsplash, pellet stove, new HW tank, 3 bedrms up, 12x32 attached garage and fully fenced backyard with fruit trees.

#2566

#2600

#2409

#2585

#2504

#2548

#2616

#2561

WALK TO SHOPPING

$379,900

ACROSS FROM PARK

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$289,000

This 2 bedroom home is close to amenities and walking trail along river. Open concept kitchen.

Yard is fenced with room for RV’s. Has 1 car detachdd garage/shop, great for handyman.

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.

#2334

#2592

#2558

$209,000

$129,900

HERITAGE CHARM

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.

$46,900

$435,000

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$59,000

$239,900

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$389,900

$129,900

$234,200

$129,900

brookmere

GREAT STARTER HOME

STRATA HOME

IN LOWER NICOLA

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.

Great starter home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, and in good area, close to school. Has an attached 17x23 garage/shop. Home needs some TLC of paint and flooring. Perfect for handyman.

Very nice townhouse, with bigger yard & less traffic. Tastefully decorated, 3 bedrms up, 3 pce ensuite plus office/play room, open living/kitchen area. Great patio in large fenced yard.

This mobile home with addition is situated on 0.33 acre lot with 7 fruit trees & is close to elementary school. Home features 3 bedrms, 1.5 baths and spacious rooms. Roof only 1 yr old.

#2524

#2510

#2463

#2587

$319,000

$109,900

$214,900

$214,900

#2607

$139,900

#2506

$264,900

INVESTMENT

INVESTORS

Side by side duplex within walking distance to all amenities. 100 amp service per side. Each side has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm, kitchen and living room, plus a fenced backyard. Some reno’s have been done.

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.

#2628

$159,900

#2627

$159,900

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LIGHT INDUSTRIAL LOT

Light industrial 0.8 acres with 62x32 insulated shop in the TNRD but on the edge of town.

Located behind Shaw Cable yard & just off Coquihalla Exit. Zoning allows for wholesale commercial, service industries & more.

Homes on acreage/LAND 30 ACRES

10 AC SUNSHINE VALLEY

HERITAGE HOME

NEW

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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.

Heritage home on 1.33 acre in desirable area in town. Owner has done numerous upgrades & renos. New windows, interior doors, Heartland appliances, boiler system, detached garage with bonus room & much more.

ON 1.93 ACRES

PRIVATE ACREAGE

#2639

$549,900 #2621

$589,000

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 lakeview home on 0.985 acre lot with panoramic views. 3 fully finished floors of 3200 sq.ft.. Vaulted ceilings, 5 bedrms plus a bachelor suite, maple flooring, granite counters & more.

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.

#2615

#2631

#2573

$699,000 10 ACRES

$634,900

$850,000

2 ACRES

NICOLA LAKEVIEW HOME

#2610

$297,500

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY

2 acre lot in prime industrial area, close to city limits. Current zoning is “Future Development”.

Water and sewer are not connected, requires application.

#2581

$279,900 INDUSTRIAL LOTS

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.

Two lots of 1 acre each, being sold together with two titles. Property is private, trees with views, is gently sloping with area setup for camping & room for RV’s. Close to crown land & Kane Valley.

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.

#2594

#2374

264 ACRES

ON 4.64 ACRES

#2620

$399,900

$175,000

$239,900 53 ACRES

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.

#2613

$650,000

3 flat light industrial bare land lots available side by side, each approx. ½ acre. Water and sewer are close to the lot lines. Each sold separately.

Commercial building in downtown area with approx. 5000 sq.ft. on the main with 1100 sq.ft. up with a 3 bedroom suite. Zoned C-2.

Run your business and live upstairs.

#2565

#2560

COMMERCIAL LOT

COMMERCIAL LOT

Recreation commercial waterfront lot with huge potential to start your own resort/marina.

2 other lots available all side by side for a total of approx. 12 acres.

½ acre parcel with C-3 zoning located near Walmart on east side of Airport. Site is vacant with no improvements. Utilities are nearby.

#2475

#2486

$900,000

LAKEVIEW ACREAGE Gorgeous property of approx. 264 acres with 2 titles. Has 1 mile of Guichon Creek flowing through the property. A great variety of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR

Beautiful 4 bedrm, 3 bath log home with open design, new Mill Creek cabinets, new flooring & furnace heat pump. Has numerous outbldgs, barn, storage shed, garage & more.

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.

#2457

#2335

#2575

$1,250,000

13 ACRES RIVERFRONT

$360,000 9.88 ACRES

$1,690,000

#2578

179 ACRES

#2208

$299,000

Located just 15 minutes from Merritt, this acreage would be great to build your dream home on. Easy access off highway, land in open with rolling hills, some trees & nice views.

Has well in place and power on road. Adjacent lot also available.

#2590

$184,000

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.

#2047

$199,000

#2626

$1,241,000

Build your dream home on this 9.9 acres. Has some trees, open, sunny, views, easy access off highway, a well in place and power is on the road. Call for more details

#2414

$242,900

$890,000

11.4 ACRES Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. on 2 levels with office space on ground level and 3 residential units upstairs, fully rented.

Irregular shaped parcel, presently split, zoned C-4 Highway Commercial and C-5 Airport Commercial. There is a planned rezoning change to C-9 (Shopping Centre Commercial).

#2461

#2488

$850,000

$2,299,000

20 ACRES

117 ACRES

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.

Property has substantial aggregate deposit, excellent for long term gravel pit operation.

37 acres of light industrial and 80 acres of residential zoning. Estimate of 29 million ton deposit.

#2301

$2,000,000

#2387

$2,500,000

0.98 ACRE LOT

DEVELOPERS

INDUSTRIAL LOT

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Just under 1 acre located beside the river. Fish from your front yard, go for a swim or watch the deer. Beautiful build lot, very private and perfect for your custom home in the heart of the city.

276 acre site with incredible mountain & lake views. Property has an allowed legal density of 62 units maximum. This parcel is above Nicola Lakeshore Estates.

Light industrial bare lot, flat site, zoned M1 for your business opportunity. Easy access to truck route and just moments from the downtown core. Call for more details.

Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. building that can be used as two separate 1000 sq.ft. spaces or remove center wall & use as one space. Has parking in rear. Good frontage exposure.

#2478

#2356

#2305

12.63 ACRES

Check out our website for more photos & details.

8500 sq.ft. building on corner lot with easy access to highway on truck route. Has loading dock, paved parking, all on 0.8 acres site.

Phase 1 environmental has been completed.

Bring your business.

LAKEFRONT LOT

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.

#2495

OPPORTUNITY

$159,000

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$325,000

INDUSTRIAL BUILDING

$99,000

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.

sol A great property in well developed subdivision of acreage lots. This unique property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro at lot line, septic must be installed. Most of land is flat and useable.

Each $49,900

#2608

$99,000

$1,700,000

spius creek estates

COMMERCIAL BUILDING

$54,900

$179,000

BRING YOUR BUSINESS TO MERRITT!

Located off Petit Creek Road 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

Prices starting at $199,000

These approx. 10+ acre lots are located approx.

15 minutes from Merritt in beautiful Sunshine Valley. Stunning views of the valley & some are riverfront. GST is applicable. Call for more details.

Disclosure available.

Easy access to Coquihalla Highway, new power upgrade, new fibre optic lines, reasonable property prices – all make this a great place to grow your business.

Call us today!

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2188 SUNSHINE VALLEY RD E

Rare and truly special property and home located in the Sunshine Valley. This beautiful property is not in the ALR, features 29+ acres of high production fields, and pastures, deep pond, water rights, high producing well, excellent hay production, hay storage, 4 bay implement storage, and a 2 bay shop. Home is a lovely and tastefully decorated two storey cape cod colonial with three very spacious bedrooms, and master on the main with a 3 piece ensuite. The beautiful updated kitchen and dining room walk out onto a large wrap around covered sundeck which overlooks a gorgeous view of the mountains, valley and pond below. Other features of this home include beautiful wood flooring, a new certified pellet stove and hot water heat, crown moldings and new paint throughout. There is a wood stove in the huge rec room for additional heat, and underground sprinklers in the beautiful mature yard. This farm is immaculate and lovingly cared for with great attention paid to every detail.

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HERALD HEALTH Have a story tip? Tell us about it by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing newsroom@merrittherald.com

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DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN A large number of my patients have occupations that require them to sit for most of their working day.

Unfortunately, this seated position is not a healthy posture to maintain for your back and neck.

Our bodies are designed to be in motion, not in a static sitting position.

After a long day of sitting, you will feel tired, sore, stiff, and unmotivated. As well, sitting in the same position for prolonged periods of time can have a longer term negative impact on your posture.

Even if you have spent the money to have your work area made ergonomically correct, your body is still in an immobile state all day.

This alone can negatively affect how your body feels and functions.

To explain what happens to your body when you muscles are stuck in the same position for long periods of time, I will quote an article written by Jack Wilson, a health and fitness writer, lifestyle fitness instructor and ACE certified personal trainer. • When your muscles are stuck in the same position for hours on end, day after day, they begin to resize themselves to accommodate these habitual, long-term sitting sessions.

Let’s take a snapshot of how working in a seated position for years has taught your body to semi-permanently alter itself.

Your back and poste-

Custom welding and bending.

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894 Coldwater Road, Merritt, B.C. rior shoulder muscles are overextended from having your hands placed on a keyboard or writing on a desk.

Your chest muscles and biceps have learned to remain contracted from having your hands and arms out in front of you.

The low back and shoulders have rolled forward, which can cause low back pain and increase your chances of shoulder injuries.

Your hip flexors and quadriceps have tightened from staying locked at or near a ninetydegree angle.

All of this causes uncomfortable knots in the muscle groups that have been contracted while you are sitting.

Are you familiar with that uncomfortable, hunched over look that most of the older executives, bosses, and managers at your company have?

Terrified of the back, shoulder, and knee joint pains that your bosses complain about around the water cooler?

Take a good look, because that is going to be you in a few years if you don’t do something about it.

I’ve found that the majority of my friends and clients (age ranging from mid-twenties to early thirties) who work at desks during the day are already beginning to have postural changes, aches, and pains.

The majority of them experience shoul-

der issues and injuries, low back pain, tight hips, and poor form when bending and lifting, which can lead to knee injuries and exacerbate existing back pain.

Altering natural muscle lengths affects posture and strength, and can also decrease circulation to certain muscle groups and areas of the body. • In my office, I have been encouraging my patients to buy a “foam rollerâ€? from myself or a fitness store so that they have a method of addressing these tight muscles on their own at home.

By using the foam roller in specific positions and over specific areas of the body, many of the tight and fatigued muscles can be released or loosened. I will once again quote Wilson’s article: • Foam rolling is an excellent way to alleviate pain, help muscles return to their normal lengths, increase circulation and decrease your chances of injury in both work and activity.

Think of it this way: the muscles that are contracted all day while sitting at a desk have developed knots in them. These knots limit the range of motion of your joints and muscles, which also decreases circulation.

Imagine it like a tangle or knot in a Slinky.

Putting pressure on those knots with a foam roller or other SMR tools like a lacrosse ball will help massage the knot out so the muscle group can return to its intended length. Here's how you go about it.

1. Using a foam roller or ball, roll over the belly of the muscle group until you find a trigger point or pain point.

2. Avoid rolling on or close to your joints.

3. Apply pressure to that point for at least ten to fifteen seconds, but no more than 45 seconds if you are just starting out.

4. Rest as needed, and repeat this process for the rest of the muscle group.

5. Keep in mind that the �rolling� itself is only used to identify the knots in your muscles. The static pressure you apply

to that trigger point or knot is what flattens it out. • If you have any questions about how a foam roller can help you feel and function better in short and long term, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment for me to explain it further.

Dr. Colin Gage was born and raised in Merritt. He’s been helping patients from his clinic at Nicola Valley Chiropractic since 1996

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Ask an Audiologist.

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Merritt Hearing Clinic A division of Carolyn Palaga Audiology Ser vices Ltd.

Call Monday - Friday

315-9688 2076A Granite Avenue, Merritt (Located at Nicola Valley Chiropractic)

Authorized by: WCB First Canadian Health Veterans Affairs Registered under the Hearing Aid Act (B.C.)

Marriage Commissioner The Vital Statistics Agency, Ministry of Health, is looking for an individual to serve as a Marriage Commissioner for Merritt. The individual will perform civil marriages within their community on behalf of the Agency.

For information and an application form please visit our website at: www.vs.gov.bc.ca/marriage

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Five reasons for the Cents’ Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The Merritt Centennials’ 2015-16 BCHL campaign is over. It’s the first season in six years that the team has failed to make the playoffs.

Anyone and everyone who follows and supports the Centennials will no doubt have a different take on the six months just past (hence the fill-in-the-blank in this story’s headline) and whether it can or should be considered a success, a failure, or something in between.

There were definitely some highs in the season just completed, such as the two home-ice wins over the Penticton Vees (especially the second one), the modest threegame win streak to close out 2015, and the two late-season overtime victories over Salmon Arm and Alberni Valley.

There were also more than a few lows — the pair of losses to sad-sack Surrey (the second at home by a score of 11-8) comes to mind immediately, along with the team’s less-thanstellar record against Island teams (2-8-0-1) and Interior rival Trail (1-4-0-1). The latter cost the Centennials a playoff berth, no two ways about it.

It is this scribe’s humble opinion that there were several clearcut factors that resulted in the Centennials’ season record of 23-304-1, and their fifth-place finish in the six-team Interior division of the British Columbia Hockey League.

1. So many new faces in so many new places When you start a hockey season at the Junior A level with just six returning players in the line-up, there’s going to be a very steep learning curve. Add to the mix a new head coach

and GM and new assistant coach and assistant GM and you have the recipe for some significant growing pains in the early going.

The Penticton Vees face the same challenge every September in terms of player turnover, but their talent pool is so high-end and their veteran head coach so driven, the problems get resolved in a matter of a game or two. A bluecollar brigade like the Centennials needs time to work things out. This year, it just happened to be the better part of a season before everyone seemed to be operating on the same page.

2. A penalty kill that got killed After the first week of the season, the Cents’ PK was 17th-ranked in the BCHL. That’s last folks. Fifty-eight games later, Merritt’s penaltykill was in exactly the same place. On Nov. 1, it hit a season-low of 59.8%, fully a dozen percentage points below the next lowest team.

Playing a man down was the Centennials’ Christmas present to the opposition each and every night.

Whether it was lack of puck pressure, an inability to close down shooting lanes, a failure to close the back door, or a combination of all of the above — who knows. Nothing seemed to go right, and it cost Merritt games left, right and centre. They finished at -22 when comparing powerplay goals for and against.

Things did improve after Christmas, and the team finally reached the 70% plateau (70.1% to be exact) on the last day of the regular season. It just took way to long to get things corrected.

3. Consistently inconsistent It was about as

adjective

season PICK ONE Positive exquisite, inspired, superb, stellar, transcendant

Negative sad, disappointing, frustrating, enigmatic, perplexing

Politically Correct interesting, informative, complete, satisfactory, thought-provoking LET’S FACE IT The Merritt Centennials’ 2015-16 season had everything — from the wretched to the resplendant. (Above) Cents’ Nick Fidanza and Michael Regush express their feelings. Ian Webster/Herald

elusive as a pot at the end of a rainbow.

Head coach Joe Martin lamented its absence in just about every postgame interview he gave.

Consistency — the ability to play at a high level, with the same degree of energy, grit, effort, determination and intelligence night in, night out. The Cents lacked it from one game to the next, from one period to another. In fact, one never knew what to expect as each shift hit the ice.

There were nights when the Cents sparkled for 60 minutes, but they were few and far

between.

Martin juggled lines, sat players, even shook things up with a couple of moves at the trade deadline to try and get the message across — you show up every night to play, and there’s no substitute for hard work.

Merritt’s 6-4-0 record in its final 10 games might be an indication that the message has finally been received. Next season’s start will be the real litmus test.

4. Collectively too individualistic When the going got tough — in games and

in the season — this year’s Centennials players were guilty of too often trying to do it all by themselves, of abandoning the belief in their team and teammates, and flying solo.

Martin did not want to call it selfishness; he sincerely believed his players’ hearts were in the right place. But going it alone isn’t going to work nine-and-a-half times out of ten in the BCHL, whether it’s a D-man rushing the puck from coast to coast, or a forward wanting to dangle their way through six opponents in the offensive zone.

When the Cents believed in their mates and operated as a cohesiveness unit, they were successful; when they didn’t, they got burned more often than not..

5. The best defence is team defence When you have the youngest goaltending tandem in the BCHL, and neither netminder is a proven starter, you’d better be ready to support them with some pretty heads-up defence. For too much of the season, the Cents did not. They allowed their puckstoppers to be shelled game in, game out. Merritt was outshot in 34 of 58 games.

They allowed 30-plus shots on their net in 50 of those outings, 40 or more shots 21 times, and over 50 shots on three occasions.

The Cents’ goal differential (goals for vs goals against) was a sorry -38. Not the worst in the league by any means, but certainly not the way to shape a winning season.

This is not an indictment of this year’s blueline brigade. Each and every player on the team needed to be more accountable in their half of the ice.

So there you have it — one person’s look back at the keys to the Cents’ 2015-16 season — for better or worse.

Fountain Tire atoms take OMAHA title The Merritt Fountain Tire atom development team was the surprise winner of the OMAHA Miche conference banner at the season-ending tournament in Revelstoke on the February 28-29 weekend. Seeded third going into the tournament, the Merritt atoms went 4-1 against their opposition to take the title. They recorded wins against Summerland (8-1) and North Okanagan (11-0) in round-robin play, then defeated the top two seeds — Revelstoke (6-3) in the semifinals and Kelowna (2-1) in the final. Head coach Peter Schmid said it was solid defence that won the banner for his team. Merritt allowed only seven goals in five games. Photo submitted

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Taekwon-Do club busy on land and at sea Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The Coquihalla Taekwon-Do Club has been busy of late.

On March 5, the club held a grading session, and welcomed two new black belts to its fold.

Both Brianne Duncan, 17, and Chantel Trosky, 14, successfully passed the requirements for their first-degree black belt.

“The testing consisted of a set of patterns, a series of step sparring progressions, as well as some self-defense sparring in one-on-one and two-on-one situations,” Nedokus said. “They

were also asked to demonstrate self-defense in getting out of a bear hug, a head lock, a choke hold and so on.

The last week of February saw Coquihalla TaekwonDo head instructor and fifth-degree black belt Ed Nedokus travel to the Carribbean to take an ITF International Instructors Course.

“It’s a course put on a couple of times a year by the international federation to keep instructors in the know and caught up with all the changes in techniques and training,” Nedokus said. “It’s to ensure that when we go back

to our individual clubs and schools, we’re all on the same page when it comes to what we’re teaching.”

For the first time ever, the five-day course

was held afloat — on board the Royal Carribbean Cruise Lines’ Independence of the Seas.

“The trip started and ended in Ft. Lauderdale,

Florida,” Nedokus said.

“In between, we visited Jamaica and Haiti.

“There were 65 participants in the course, representing 10 different countries.”

IN THE BLACK (Above, left)) Coquihalla Taekwon-Do Club head instructor Ed Nedokus (far left) with assistant instructor BJ Moore and the club’s two newest black belts — Chantel Trosky and Brianne Duncan. (Top) Nedokus on board the cruise ship Independence of the Seas off the coast of Florida with fellow TaekwonDo instuctors taking an ITF five-day course. (Above, right) Nedokus and other black belts training at Labadee Beach on the island of Haiti. Photos submitted

On March 19, the Coquihalla TaekwonDo Club hopes to have a dozen of its members attend a friendship tournament in Vernon.

Nedokus is also look-

ing into the possibility of his club hosting Provincials, although the actual location would likely be Kamloops because of the amount of space required.

FLEET OF FOOT Twenty-four-year-old Merritt runner Kurt Behnsen raced to a third-place finish overall (and second in his age group) at the Interior Running Association’s Spring Run Off 10K in Kamloops on the weekend. Behnsen’s time of 35 minutes and 43 seconds was just over two minutes back of the winner, Nathan Champness of Kamloops (33:40). A total of 118 runners of all ages took part in the annual Spring Run Off race, which is the second event in this year’s IRA Road racing series. The next competition will be the Oliver 10K on April 10. Photo courtesy of Interior Running Association Facebook

MERRITT BOWLING CENTRE WEEKLY TOP SCORES Men’s Top-10 Averages

GRAD HOCKEY The annual Merritt Secondary School grad hockey game last Wednesday saw a fine turnout of Grade 12 students (above). Their two teams played a total of three games — first against the RCMP and firefighters, then against the MSS creatures (oops, make that teachers) and finally against each other.

In the only game that really mattered, the distinguished MSS faculty edged their underlings 6-5.

The winning goal (right), and his fourth of the contest, came off the stick of Dwayne ‘The Professor’ Suzuki (12) with just 0.3 seconds remaining in the final period. Suzuki said the grads were easy pickings for his elite squad of learned instructors who relied on brains rather than brawn to get the job done. “We school them in the classroom, and we schooled them on the ice.” Photos courtesy of Stef Zabek

Jordan Pinto Bill Campbell Pat McKinney Jerrid Chandler Mark Pattison Stuart Cornies Don Kraus Harold Aljam Bill McNeil Derek Cornies

245 242 230 228 223 222 215 209 204 198

Ladies’ Top-10 Averages Helen Campbell Doreen Nikkel Crystal Chandler Lori Walker Kristina Johnson Sharon McIvor Chandra Bonthoux Dianne Walker Bea Morris Dianne Jackman

High Games Feb. 29 YBC Feb. 29 Mixed Mar. 03 Seniors Mar. 03 Mixed

Boys Girls Men Women Men Women Men Women

Wyatt Collins no scores reported Bill Campbell Marilyn Wright Don Mckenna Olga Menard Don Kraus Crystal Chandler

203 200 189 181 178 165 164 163 162 163

High Triples 255 314 230 226 175 307 239

Wyatt Collins no scores reported Pat McKinney Doreen Nikkel Don McKenna Sonja Mosley Jordan Pinto Helen Campbell

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BOARD for low income and seniors at Crossroads Community Church held Tuesday mornings 9 a.m. - Noon for March and April.

Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: Senior Exercises 1:30 p.m., Cribbage & 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., 2nd & 4th Thurs. Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m. Last Saturday of the month: Pot Luck Supper 5:30 p.m. for more info phone 250378-4407.

The Merritt Chapter of the Vintage Car Club of Canada

The Catholic Women’s League are having their annual St. Patrick’s Luncheon on Thursday, March 17 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Catholic Church Hall. Tickets available from members or at the door. Everyone welcome.

Rummage Sale Trinity United Church Welcomes spring with their annual Spring Rummage Sale Friday and Saturday March 18 and 19 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Lots of gently used quality clothing for the family, small household items and treasures! Location - 1899 Quilchena Ave.

Nicola Valley Film Society presents

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 7:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Jack Cross 250-3782662 or Kim Jurriet 250-378-2672 for more info.

Join Conayt Friendship Society every Thursday for bingo.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.

Everyone welcome to come and play! 2164 Quilchena Ave.

Conayt Elders Drop In Centre

“JIMMY’S HALL” Rated PG on Monday March 21 at 7:00pm at the NVIT LECTURE THEATRE. For more info phone (250) 378 3974.

The CMHA Merritt Clubhouse

LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

Elks Bingo Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Come in for lunch!

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2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911 Service Time: Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church

2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship

in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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

Seventh Day Adventist Church 2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-4061 Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church 1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (age 4 - 8 yrs) - 10 am

help us reach our goal Would you like to see a community theatre in Merritt, then the Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society can use your help!

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 1st Wednesday of the month at the Ramada at 7:00 p.m. For mor info call Russ or Charlotte at 250378-2290.

Phase 2 has started.

Goal to reach $136,000 for design & architect fees

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For more information call Rich Hodson 250-378-6794 Membership forms available at Merritt Printing

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

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Tuesday & Thursday mornings, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, 2164 Quilchena Avenue. All Elders welcome – just come out and visit! For information contact Deloris at 250-3785107.

staff would like to announce that the clubhouse is now being held in the Coldwater Center @ 1721 Coldwater Ave. on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 am to 2:30 p.m.

Our phone number is (250) 378-0950. Our monthly activity calendar can be found online at www.kamloops. cmha.bc.ca. Please consult the calendar re: potential field trips and clubhouse closures.

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Spring 2016 dates are March 20, April 10, May 1.

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• 24 hour compassion helpline • Estate fraud protection • 100% service gaurantee • National transferability on preplanned funeral services www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com REGULAR OFFICE HOURS 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday On Call 24 Hours A Day

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or 1-800-668-3379 2113 Granite Ave. Merritt, BC

A FUNERAL PRE PLANNING ADVISOR

will be available at the Merritt Funeral Chapel on the second and fourth Friday of the month, between the hours of 10am – 3pm (or by appointment).

A Personal Planning Guide will be provided.

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NICOLA VALLEY AND DISTRICT FOOD BANK invites you to our

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING March 30th, 2016 at 1:15 pm Country Music Hall of Fame 2025 Quilchena Avenue Merritt, BC

CALL 250-378-2282

Remembering Our Loved Ones

Help Wanted

Education/Trade Schools

Reports to: Director of Human Services MAIN OBJECTIVE: The Janitors are responsible for performing custodial duties to ensure that the building is maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner.

REQUIREMENTS: We require a minimum of two people to do the janitorial position at the health ofce, for safety reasons

Light Delivery Service Within City limits. Great prices and timely deliveries.

Call Mike (250) 378 - 9577

Employment

Lower Nicola Indian Band Health Centre Job Posting: Janitorial

NOW HIRING HOUSEKEEPER: Must be able to work flexible hours.

Apply in person with resume to 3571 Voght St. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training!

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Lower Nicola Indian Band Health Centre Community Services Assistant (Maternity Leave) PRIMARY ROLE: The Community Services Assistant will be responsible for providing assistance to the Human Services Department staff, must be exible and willing to perform a wide range of duties REPORTS TO: Director of Human Services MAIN DUTIES: • To provide clerical and administrative support to department staff • To ll in as needed for reception/home making and or home care • To undertake special projects/ and or assist with big community events when required • To assist with community events QUALIFICATIONS • Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to transportation, must provide a drivers abstract • Ability and willingness to submit to a criminal records check • Home Care certicate (preferred but not required) • Experience with personal computers • Strong interpersonal skills • Strong written and oral communication skills • Extensive experience working with condential material • First aid and food safe required or willingness to take the courses WORK ENVIRONMENT Position will be quite exible must be willing to work in the ofce, to transport clients and work in the homes of our clientele.

START DATE: A.S.A.P WAGE: Depends on experience Deadline: March 24th, 2016 by 12:00 p.m.

Drop of resume and cover letter at: LNIB Community Services Attention: Bridget LaBelle Email: bridgetl@lnib.net Thank-you to all who apply however only the qualied candidates will be notied

SCOPE OF WORK: Daily Cleaning: • sweep/dust and damp mop oors • clean all washroom facilities with disinfectant • restock necessary supplies such as tissue, soaps, etc.

• check to ensure all re rated doors are kept closed • maintain the waiting room and entrance in an orderly and straightened fashion • empty all garbage receptacles and remove trash from the facility, to the disposal area • vacuum walkway mats • wipe off counters, light switches and ledges • disinfect phones and keyboards • spot clean any soiled surface Weekly Cleaning: • clean all the facility oors with appropriate cleaning substances • dust and damp wipe all the chairs, tables, furnishings and equipment used by the public • inspect and wash as required, all the interior clinic and reception area windows • dust ofce furnishings • vacuum carpets and rugs • Spray disinfectant on all door handles • Dust all pictures with duster • Clean the outside garbage and put in disposal bin Monthly Cleaning: • vacuum all upholstered furniture • wash Mechanical Room oor and wipe down all mechanical equipment Seasonal Cleaning - Spring and Fall: (may require additional hours) • wash all oors, move and then replace the furnishings and equipment to facilitate proper cleaning • wash all windows • wash all window frames • wash all inside walls, doors, door frames and baseboards • clean all window coverings Other Required Janitorial Services: • keep exits, hallways and mechanical rooms free of clutter and ammable materials SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • High ethical standards required to ensure a high level of professionalism is maintained • Must have reliable transportation • ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products • ability to work under little supervision PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • The janitor is a physically demanding position. The incumbent must spend the entire time at • work standing, walking, lifting heavy objects, sweeping and mopping oors and moving desks and furniture. The incumbent is required to do a great deal of stretching and bending, often in awkward positions.

Salary: Based on experience Must be willing to submit a criminal records check Hours: 25-30 hours per week/divided by # of janitorial staff (e.g. Two janitors = 12 to 15 hours per week, 4 janitors = 5 to 7.5 hours per week) Deadline: March 14th, 2016 by 12:00 noon Attention: Bridget LaBelle, hand deliver to LNIB Health Centre and or/ email bridgetl@lnib.net, Fax: 250-378-9137

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NICOLA APARTMENTS

White Bear Daycare requires an

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR for our busy Infant and Toddler Program.

Criminal Record Check, First Aid and Medical Clearance Required. Wage Negotiable.

Contact Heather at whitebeardaycare@shaw.ca or 250-315-1331

Job Opportunity: Experienced Carpenter

We are currently looking for a full time QualiĂ…ed Carpenter Must have min 5 yrs experience Valid BC drivers licence Able to perform a variety of tasks efĂ…ciently Able to work unsupervised.

This position will require someone who can problem solve, have great communication and customer service skills.

Wage will be negotiated upon experience.

email your resume to: ofĂ…ce@adpm2005.ca

MICON INDUSTRIES LTD Part time Bookkeeper / Administrator required with minimum 3 years experience in Simply Accounting. Job duties are but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, government remittances, providing administrative support, maintaining supplies, inventory and other related ofÀce duties. Applicant must be organized, self starter, able to multi task, have a pleasant telephone manner and able to work independently. Please bring resume to 1120A McFarlane Way.

NOW HIRING FRONT DESK CLERK Must be proďŹ cient with computers Must be able to work exible hours.

Apply in person with resume to 3571 Voght St. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

The Community Health Nurse reports to the Director of Human Services, and is responsible for health promotion, education, and communicable disease control, Pre-natal programs, counseling of young families and elders, School Health services with a team of health and social services.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor of Nursing • Current registration or willingness to become registered with CRNBC • Valid Driver’s License • Knowledge of Immunization program • Good Communication Skills • Responsible and accountable • Experience working with First Nations Communities preferred • Proven ability to lead and work well with other individuals in a team environment to ensure high quality program delivery Deadline: March 31st, 2016 Start: A.S.AP Salary: Based on experience Hours: 25-30 hours per week Please submit resume & cover letter to: Attention: Bridget LaBelle, Director of Human Services Hand deliver to: LNIB Community Services #230 Hwy 8 Email: bridgetl@lnib.net Fax: (250) 378-9137 Thanks to all who apply only qualiÀed candidates will be considered

ask about the MOVE IN BONUS! 250-378-9880

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F/S, heat and hot water included.

Starting at $650/mth Move in bonus - 1/2 month free rent

For appointment call

250-378-9880 Property Management

MERRITT 1988 Quilchena Ave.

March 8, 2016

Auctions

1 bdrm apartment. $600 plus hydro.

Massive Restaurant Equipment Auction

2 bedroom condominium. $1100 plus hydro.

www.KwikAuctions.com 7305 Meadow Avenue, Burnaby, BC - Shipping/Storage Available New Equipment Liquidation – Structural Concepts, True, DelďŹ eld Refrigeration, Imperial, Royal, Prime, US Ranges, S.S. sinks, tables, shelvings, carts, janitorial, bakery, packaging, matching plates, refurbished equipment, bottling line, soft serves, Hobart mixers & dishwashers, back bars, rotary glass washers, cutlery.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: • The delivery of health promotion and prevention programs • The prevention and management of communicable diseases • To identify health needs and provide health promotion and disease prevention services ADMINISTRATION: • Maintain statistical data required for reports • Professional nursing support provided by First Nation’s Health Authority (FNHA)

Clean One Bedroom starting at $550/month.

NO PETS

Services

March 12th @ 10am

Lower Nicola Indian Band Health Centre Community Health Nurse

Your

2 bdrm executive suite. $1200 plus hydro 2 bdrm duplex. $950 plus utilities.

2 bdrm duplex. $750 plus utilities.

4 bdrm house in Lower Nicola. $1100 plus utilities

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FO FFOR O THE ULTIMATE WINE EXPERIENCE, VISIT THE WINE PRESS

Quality products, friendly service!

Member of the RJS Craft Wine Making Academy

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Location: 2865C Pooley Ave (Hack Electric)

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3 bdrm townhouse. $850 plus utilities 3 bdrm rancher. $950 plus utilities

Heavy Duty Machinery

3 bdrm house. $1000 plus utilities.

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5 bdrm house on the Bench. $1500 plus utilities

Misc. Wanted Buying Coin Collections of any size.We collect CAN & US Coins, bills, Silver, Gold. Local couple also deal with Estates, Jewellery, Sterling, Antiques+ Chad & Crissy 778-281-0030.

We can make House Calls!

250-378-1996 Call for all of your Residential or Commercial Property Management needs!

MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICES Property Manager: Lynda Etchart

It Starts with You!

Buying Collector Coins, Accumulations, coin collections & Old money. US Canada & world coins.

Plus anything made of gold or silver. Todd’s Coins. 250-864-3521 I can make House calls!

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• Vinyl & Hardie Board Siding • Aluminum Soffit, Fascia & EAVESTROUGHS

ELECTRICAL

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Over 30 years experience

Residential & Commercial

CALL: (250) 378-2786 “When others have come and gone, Ivan’s Siding is still going strong�

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DENTIST

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MERRITT TREE SERVICE s &U LLY I NSUR ED CERT IFIED FALL ER s 7 3"# COV ERED s $A NGE ROUS TREE ASS ESSM ENT ➤Schedule your FREE Estimate

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FREE CONSULTATIONS 2 FULL TIME DENTISTS & ORTHODONTIST ON SITE Call

250-378-4888 to book your appointment.

2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

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MORTGAGE BROKER

Use the equity in your home to consolidate debt, top up RRSPs, or tackle renovations 1 Ca ll Ha rry Ho wa rd (250) 49 0-6 73

YOUR LOCAL MORTGAGE BROKER

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SCREWS, NAILS, ROOFING, INSULATION, JOIST HANGERS & much more LARGE LANDSCAPING BEAMS AVA ILABLE

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Mon to Fri.: 8 am - 5 pm & Sat.: 8 am 4 pm

ROOFING

BU B UILDING SUPPLIES

DENTIST

STOY YOMA DENTAL CLINIC Did You Know ?

Serving all citizens of Merritt and surrounding areas Stoyoma Dental is Merritt’s newest Dental Clinic. We are a Not For Profit Society serving all residents of Merritt and the surrounding areas. If you are covered by Status, Healthy Kids, Disability, Ministry or the Emergency Plan you are fully covered for eligible services & no additional funds will be required of you!

1999 Voght Street

(next to the Credit Union) PO Box 3090, Merritt, BC HOURS: Mon-Fri 8AM - 4:30PM

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!

250-378-5877

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME!

Dr. Jaspal Sarao

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REASONABLE RATES, while using customers time efficiently

CALL 250-315-5074

HOURS

Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Call Les Porter at 250-490 -11

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PLUMBING & HEATING

g n i t a e H & g n i b Nicola Plum Fully QualiÀed Tradesmen in..

Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters.

Service Work & Furnace Service.

Custom Sheet Metal Atlas RV Parts & Repairs

PHONE: 250-378-4943

2064 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC

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Tournament a great • WestJet • Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Golf Course • Hub International Barton Insurance • Merritt Herald • Q101.1 Radio • Merritt Machine Works • Game On Sports Bar And Grill • Tolko Industries • Norgaard Ready-Mix Ltd • H. Silvey Distributing Ltd • Interior Savings Credit Union • LNB Construction • Coldwater Hotel & Restaurant • Nicola Valley Repairs • Westwood Fibre • Pentangle V Ranch • Second Avenue Signs • Harj Sekhon-RBC • Amrit Sekhon-RBC • Michael Lynn-RBC • Home Restaurant • TBM Cleaning & Restoration • Interior Savings Insurance Services • Mobile Tech • Emmerick Excavating • Dr. RK Josephson • Canada Western Bank • David Brown Investors Group • NMV Lumber • Posh Pup Grooming Salon • Hack Electric • Emcon Services • Cooper’s Foods Ltd • A & W Restaurant • Thomson Truck Parts & Sales Ltd • Dairy Queen • Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce • Morelli Chertkow LLP Lawyers • Secure-All Storage • J.S. Reimer Trucking • Sunshine Valley Mechanical • Merritt Printing • Pharmasave • Ashley Furniture • A.D Property Maintenance • Royal Lepage Real Estate Merritt • Fountain Tire • Cascade Dental Clinic, Dr Tod Smith • Coyote Collision • Ramada Inn • Jackson’s Welding • Hub Electric • Carrie Ware & Company Chartered Professional Accountants

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Merritt Centennials Aspen Planers B-100 98.1 CIFM Radio Valley Helicopters Contain-it Storage Tibar Construction Canadian Tire IDA Black’s Pharmacy Murray GM Kinder Morgan Pipeline Telus City Furniture RBC Royal Bank Nadina Logging Ledcor McDonald’s Restaurant Home Hardware Brambles Bakery Doctors Eye Care Starbucks Greg Kimura Potter City of Merritt Kolors Cutting Lounge Nicola Valley Apiary Creative Company Homestead Workshop Stoyoma Dental Clinic Panago Pizza It’s the Pitts Plumbing Syd’s Pro shop MSS Grad Class MSS Grad Parents MSS Cafeteria Class Merritt Hospice Merritt Pathfinders Merritt Rangers Merritt Rotary Interact Club Das Kandola Leslie Reynoldson Chris Walder Iris Hodson Marg Sanders Kathryn Olsen Robert Hack John Lamb Rotary Club of Merritt Megan Fulcher Greg Hodson Lis Ladyman Tainah Costa Mackenzie Duff Deanna Cire

Our sincere apologies if we have missed anyone.

As special pecial th thanks ha to the volunteers who made it happen _ it could not have been done without you.