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FINISHING TOUCHES The emergency room expansion project is officially complete in Merritt, with the final design showcasing diversity within the community.

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ACCUSED DIES Gordon James Fleming, a 67-year-old accused of stabbing another man to death in Logan Lake, died months before his trial was set to begin.

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BURNING CURIOSITY

75TH ANNIVERSARY Members of the Royal Canadian Legion marked the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings on June 6 with a ceremony in Merritt.

FIRESMART AT ANY AGE Helping Merritt become a wildfire-resistant community requires everyone to chip in, according to Krista Minar, Merritt’s certified wildfire mitigation expert. Minar led a group of elementary students on a tour of the Tom Lacey Trail, teaching Merritt’s youth how to reduce fuels around their homes along the way. STORY /PAGE 10

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HEALTH CARE

Hospital expansion fully complete Rainbow crosswalks and First Nations art showcased in expanded ER.

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The final touches on Merritt’s revamped emergency room (ER) are aimed at showing the community the Nicola Valley hospital is a safe space for all.

While the bulk of the functional upgrades at the hospital were finished in October, two rainbow crosswalks have recently been painted, a donor’s board has been added to the waiting room and artwork paying homage to the five Nicola Valley First Nations bands has since been installed on the side of the building.

B.C.’s Minister of Health Adrian Dix was in town on June 10 to unveil the fully completed project.

“In addition to being an expanded and more efficient space, the redeveloped emergency department also reflects how equality is the underlying foundation of our public health-care system,” said Dix. The two rainbow crosswalks — one leading to the entrance to the ER and one inside — were inspired by Merritt Secondary School (MSS) students who were denied a rainbow crosswalk of their own last spring.

Current MSS pride club students were at the official ER reveal, eager to see inclusivity in focus.

Nick Parr, a Grade

Transfer rights Members of Merritt Secondary School’s pride club check out one of two rainbow crosswalks Nicola Valley hospital with B.C.’s Minister of Health Adrian Dix. Dara Hill/Herald

8 student at MSS and pride club member said he received top-notch treatment at the hospital when he sustained a head injury last year, noting it is the type of care everyone deserves.

“The pride crosswalks are very dear to my heart — it really does put a smile on my face,” said Parr.

Artist Clint George of the Okanagan Nation lent his talents to the ER expansion project by building an art piece symbolizing the five natural elements as well as the five local First Nations bands.

“This artwork is striking and resonates how this hospital, its staff and Interior Health (IH) are committed to delivering culturally appropriate care,” said Dix. “Together with the rainbow crossings, the redeveloped site underscores how everyone who enters the health care system is

to be treated with equal respect.”

The $6.5 million bill for the expansion project was split between the provincial government, IH and the Thompson Regional Hospital District.

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reality. Project funders are acknowledged on a donor board now adorning the ER waiting room.

“Without the support of the community and our volunteers at the thrift shop, we would not have been able to reach

‘The pride crosswalks are very dear to my heart — it really does put a smile on my face.’

— MSS Student Nick Parr

The Nicola Valley Health Care Endowment Foundation and Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary raised funds for equipment, and numerous community members chipped in to make the expansion a

our goal of $150,000,” said Jacquie Hall, president of the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary.

At 500 square metres, the new emergency department is approximately four times larger than before, and features

expanded trauma and treatment areas.

It also provides increased privacy and better infection control measures, a medication room and confidential triage area, as well as a covered ambulance bay with a dedicated entrance.

An average of 35 people per day have come through the doors of the new emergency room at the Nicola Valley hospital since it opened in October, according to IH. “I’m proud of the sense of community that is reflected in this expansion and renovation,” said Doug Cochrane, IH chair. “Thanks to our strong relationships with the regional hospital district, foundation, auxiliary and aboriginal partners, alongside Interior Health’s physicians and staff, we have created an environment to provide excellent quality emergency care to residents in the Nicola Valley region.”

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City of Merritt

CITY

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

YOU’RE INVITED!

Regular Council Meeting - June 11, 2019

Wednesday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

to meet with Mayor Brown every

Regular Council Meeting - June 25, 2019

in the Mayor’s Office at City Hall (second floor), 2185 Voght Street.

Regular Council Meeting - July 9, 2019

Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

Regular Council Meeting - July 23, 2019

If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8614

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of CASUAL LIFEGUARD/ INSTRUCTOR I.

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of PUBLIC WORKS SEASONAL LABOURER.

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, July 12, 2019 by:

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Monday, July 08, 2019 by:

Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Date Posted: Monday, June 17, 2019 Posting Expires: Friday, July 12, 2019

Date Posted: Friday, June 21, 2019 Posting Expires: Monday, July 08, 2019

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

WHAT: Merritt Summer Nights Market WHEN: every Friday June 28th to August 30th 5:00pm to 10:00pm WHERE: 2000-2100 Block Quilchena Avenue

WHAT: MSS GRAD WALK WHEN: June 20, 2019 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm WHERE: Merritt Senior Secondary High School to Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE WHAT: MSS GRAD CAR PARADE WHEN: June 21, 2019 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm WHERE: Merritt Rotary Park (2000 Block of Voght Street) to Merritt Civic Centre (1950 Mamette Avenue) NOTE: Parking will be reserved at Rotary Park and the Church from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on June 22, 2019

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS POLICE FILES

Man accused of murder in Logan Lake dies before trial Gordon James Fleming had been charged in connection with the March 1, 2018, death of David James Fast The man accused of committing the only murder in the history of Logan Lake has died, months before his

trial was set to begin.

Gordon James Fleming, 67, who was charged with murdering an acquaintance

in a Logan Lake motel room last year, died on Friday, June 7, of cancer.

David James Fast, 55, was killed in a room at the Copper Valley Motel on March 1, 2018.

He was stabbed to death.

The murder was the first recorded homicide

in Logan Lake, a town of about 2,000, located 48 kilometres north of Merritt.

Fleming was arrested at the motel.

Investigators said at the time that the two men were known to one another.

-with files from Kamloops This Week

Locals caught hauling stolen ATV at road check Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

MERRITT

93 Years Two locals have been Serving arrested after they were caught hauling a stolen Canadians side-by-side ATV at a road check near Merritt over the weekend.

Officers stopped the drivers at approxiJune 24 -30, 2019 mately 10:30 p.m. near 93 Years Serving Canadians Quilchena Ranch on June 8, where they IN CELEBRATION discovered the stolen Come join us Saturday June 29, 2019 vehicle in the back of a U-Haul truck.

ALL FAMILIES PEOPLE OVER THE AGE The ATV was WELCOME OF 19 WELCOME already on the RCMP’s To our patio area for To join us for radar because the vehimeat draws in the Lounge cle was included in a Free Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Pop and Water 2:30pm until ? list of items stolen from 11am until 2pm a property near Stump ALL FAMILIES WELCOME! Join us in our patio area for Lake, which officers had investigated earlier that FREE HOT DOGS, HAMBURGERS, POP AND WATER same day. music e h t njoy E “When members of attended there was

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING June 17, 2019 at 1:30pm Merritt City Hall, Meeting Room 2185 Voght St, Merritt, BC

For more information call 250-378-2282

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY June 25th, 2019 at 7:00PM Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday June 25th, 2019 at 7:00pm in the Council Chambers at Merritt’s City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to proposed OCP and Zoning Bylaw amendments, pursuant to Section 466 of the Local Government Act LOCATION of SUBJECT PROPERTY: 4010 Walters Street, Merritt LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot A Section 22, Township 91 Kamloops Division Yale District Plan 34945 Except Plans 38115, KAP47644, KAP49313 and KAP53152, PID: 002-918-196 •

OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 2263, 2019 proposes to change the OCP designation from Commercial to Residential and to remove a Commercial Node over the Subject Property to allow for residential development of the Subject Property.

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2264, 2019 proposes to amend the City of Merritt Zoning Bylaw 2187, 2015 by Rezoning 4010 Walters Street; from (C4) Highway Commercial – to (R4) High-Density Residential to support a 75-unit apartment building.

LEGION WEEK JUNE 24 -30, 2019

LEGION WEEK

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Come join us Saturday, June 29, 2019 11 am until 2 pm

2:30 pm until 5 pm

PEOPLE OVER THE AGE OF 19 WELCOME quite a bit of damage and a lot of items Join us for MEAT DRAWS in the lounge. missing — probably around the $100,000 range of stolen property,” said Const. Tracy Dunsmore.

Items included a in the afternoon from 1pm until 4pm Sea-Doo, a black uninsured Jeep, numerous in the Lounge household items, and the ATV that would Country blues be recovered later that night. singer-songwriter RCMP arrested the pair and are withholding further information at this time as charges in the lounge. have not yet been laid Photo: www.clearwatertimes.com and the investigation Hours: Tues. to Sat. 1 pm - ? or until no one left to serve. continues.

LOST DOG BAND

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For the permitted uses in High Density Residential (R4), please refer to the Zoning Bylaw 2187, 2015 on the City’s website..

A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendment and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm on May 16th to May 28th, 2019 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at www.merritt.ca Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY June 20th, 2019 to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.

Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods:

BY EMAIL: mbrodrick@merritt.ca IN PERSON: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street

BY FAX: 250-378-2600

By MAIL: City of Merritt, Planning & Development Services Manager, PO Box 189, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 All submissions must include your name and street address. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Services Manager at 250-378-8620 or at mbrodrick@merritt.ca This Notice is published in accordance with Section 466 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the first of two consecutive Public Notices

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VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Country Run mea culpa When I first arrived in Merritt more than three years ago, I came to the city with grand ideals about Cole Wagner journalism, COLE’S NOTES personal integrity and becoming an upstanding member of this fine community.

And for three years, I thought I had been doing a good job. I bested the competition in a businessman’s (mechanical) bull riding competition in my first year, hosted an all-candidates forum during the municipal election cycle last year, and even took on some coaching duties with the Merritt Otters.

But I fear all of those efforts have been all for naught, for I must admit that this past weekend, I cheated during the Merritt Country Run race.

When I first signed up for the 10 kilometre race, I hadn’t intended on becoming a pariah in the community.

I simply thought it would be a good way to participate in an event I had yet to experience firsthand.

But on that fateful day, when the five kilometre racers took a turn, I followed. And many race marshals surely noticed, with the colour of my 10-kilometre bib serving as a scarlet letter as I pounded the pavement along the wrong route.

In my defense, it was an honest mistake — I had my headphones in and was oblivious to the directions of the dedicated volunteer staff who were desperately signalling me to continue down Quilchena Avenue. And I did run the route twice over, so I ended up doing 10 kilometres anyway.

And despite my sins, I was still greeted with cheers, smiles and an illgotten medal at the end of the race.

It served as an important reminder that my transgressions were forgiven

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Trump, tariffs and how to start a war The best way to deal with Donald Trump, especially if you are a foreign government negotiating trade issues, is to give him a little win. It doesn’t have to be big and GWYNNE DYER important; he’s The international mainly interested in STAGE declaring a triumph, and he’ll supply the hot air to inflate your little concession into an allegedly major defeat free of charge. Just remember to look crest-fallen, and you’re home and dry.

Thus, for example, Trump’s recent ‘triumph’ over Mexico. He threatens escalating tariffs against Mexico, the Mexicans cave in after ten days, and the border problem is solved (until the next time he needs it). Only the nerds notice that the Mexican ‘concessions’ are almost all actions that Mexico had already promised to take in quiet, orderly discussions with the United States between December and March.

The Canadians did even better when renegotiating the North American Free Trade

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Agreement (NAFTA). Trump called it “the worst deal ever signed,” but several clauses in the old treaty that Ottawa disliked were dropped. The only Canadian concession was to give U.S. dairy producers access to 10 per cent of the Canadian milk market (that’s just 3 million people) — if they can persuade those Canadians to buy their bovine growth hormone-treated milk.

A very small price to pay, but nobody in Canada was so foolish as to crow out loud that they had seen the Americans off. The Canadian negotiators looked suitably hangdog and defeated, and Trump claimed the credit for a “great deal” and a “historic transaction.” Game, set and match to Ottawa.

And so to the grand drama of Trump’s tariff war with China. This one ought to be a no-brainer, because China is in an extremely vulnerable position. Its exports to America are worth almost three times as much as U.S. exports to China, so it really cannot afford to lose the U.S. market. Chinese President Xi Jinping should just give Trump enough to make him happy — he’s easily pleased — and move on to the next problem.

To the extent that Donald Trump calculates his moves beforehand, this would have been his calculation, and it is logically cor-

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rect. But it didn’t work out that way: after a year of escalation and counter-escalation, the two countries are nearing the point where they will have imposed 25 per cent tariffs on all of each other’s exports. What went wrong?

Trump issued his usual threats and was the first to escalate at every step of the dance, but if the Mexicans and the Canadians can work around his histrionics, why can’t the Chinese?

Maybe it’s just pride: Xi simply can’t abide the vision of Trump capering with joy as he celebrates his victory over the Chinese. Or maybe it’s fear: letting Trump have a victory (and a real one, this time) would so humiliate Xi in the eyes of his own colleagues and rivals that his own position would be in danger.

It’s probably the latter. The negotiations seemed to be going well, with Trump predicting an “epic” deal and praising his dear friend Xi. Then suddenly in early May the White House complained that China was trying to re-negotiate points previously agreed, and the whole thing fell apart.

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OPINION LETTERS

Communist Party enjoys support for now

to the editor

Residents driven out by cannabis facilities Editor, We are a family of four who moved to Merritt for cleaner air, better water, etc. The person who has medical problems in our family needed this for health reasons. That is going down the tube now as we are having to move now from a city we were hoping to settle for a long time. It all started with the acceptance of cannabis facilities being built. Not just one but looks to be up to three to four.

There should have been more public consultation and perhaps a vote to bring these companies to our community.

How about seniors with COPD and other respiratory issues? How about the fact that two of the sites are by elementary schools?

Should we not get a say in if these companies can come to town but also where these sites would be?

There has to be a better way to rejuvenate our economy in Merritt.

So Mayor Linda Brown, what are you going to say to my family and other families destined to move due to these cannabis sites?

Steven Paige Merritt I can certainly appreciate nearby residents objecting to smell emitted from cannabis growing facilities, as evidence from other communities suggests that mitigation efforts won’t fully eliminate the potential stench created by these large-scale operations.

That said, a bothersome smell does not necessarily correspond with a decrease in air quality. For seniors or those dealing with respiratory issues, I would be more worried about the effects of being blanketed by wildfire smoke for months at a time during the summer, which seems to be the new normal for communities across B.C. - Editor

Keep commercial zoning on Voght St. Editor, I wish to express my opposition to the rezoning of 4010 Walters to accommodate multi family housing.

Not only is this a poor location for ‘family’ housing because of the following: • Lack of space at Bench Elementary; • Lack of sidewalks to the shopping at the Walmart area; • Lack of services such as doctors;

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The scarcity of commercial zoned property.

The commercial zone must continue for that property. Just look at the success of the Best Western Plus to justify the need for more commercial.

Don’t impregnate the area with a four storey apartment building. It will be totally out of keeping.

And don’t duplicate the mistakes of previous council that allowed that apartment above the Game On Pub please.

Keep multi family development downtown; support the downtown businesses and services and Make Merritt Great Again.

Darch Oborne Merritt

There are already a number of families living in the Bench area of town, and they don’t seem to be suffering from a lack of nearby amenities — especially when it comes to healthcare, as the hospital itself is located on the Bench. A more pressing concern for me is the lack of affordable rentals in Merritt — especially after losing more than 35 units due to a fire at the Kengard Manor complex in 2017. - Editor

From Page 6 It feels like Xi lost an argument at home — which would imply that he is considerably less secure in power than everybody assumed.

In either case, Xi is making a big mistake. The Chinese economy is not doing well. Factory output is declining, and new car sales fell last year for the first time since 1990. China’s total debt, even on untrustworthy official figures, is nearing three times annual GDP, which is the level where panic usually sets in. In fact, it’s the level at which Japan’s threedecade economic depression began in 1991.

Strip out all the unproductive investment and creative accountancy, and Chinese GDP grew last year by less than 2 per cent. Employment is stagnant, retail sales are falling, the stock market dropped by a quarter last year. This is not an economy in good shape to withstand a prolonged trade war.

The great fear of the Chinese Communist Party is that people will turn against the regime if the economy stalls and living standards stop rising.

They certainly don’t love the regime. Why else would they obey it? This theory may be tested to destruction in the next few years.

So if Xi is not free to do a trade deal with the U.S. and the Chinese economy tanks, what must he do to save Communist rule and his own power?

He will need a foreign war, or at least the threat of one, in order to get nationalism on his side. Not war with the United States, of course. That would be crazy. But Taiwan would do nicely.

And this is one that you really can’t blame on Trump.

Gwynne Dyer’s new book is ‘Growing Pains: The Future of Democracy (and Work)’.

Fantastic day for a run From Page 6 due to the fact that the race serves as a fundraiser for Jumpstart, a charity which helps local kids participate in organized sport.

The tenth running of the Merritt Country Run will take place in 2020, and I believe race organizer Stacey Krajci when she says the event

will be even bigger and better next year. Stacey and her race committee deserve tremendous praise for a well-run event.

As for me, I just hope they let me register again for next year’s event. I promise to spend more time studying the route and less time drinking beers the night before.

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Search and rescue team eyes command centre Merritt officers take on charity ride Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

The clock is ticking for the Nicola Valley Search and Rescue Association (NVSAR), who have until the end of June to take advantage of a funding opportunity that would cover half the cost of a new mobile command centre.

NVSAR is eligible to apply for grant funding from the provincial government that would cover 50 per cent of the total cost of the vehicle — estimated at $305,000. But the group needs to raise the other half of the funds first.

“The mobile command centre will serve as a communication hub for search and rescue calls. It will be outfitted with up-to-date technologies to assist us with tracking, mapping and planning. It will be the house to our radios, satellite phones and map boards, and will also provide us with scene lighting,” said NVSAR’s Jennifer Denton, in a presentation to city council. Council unanimously voted in favour of granting NVSAR’s request of $5,000 from the extraordinary grantin-aid fund at Tuesday’s meeting.

If NVSAR makes the cut for the provincial government’s funding match, they should have the command vehicle by this summer, said Denton. If they don’t, she said the group will continue fundraising until they can make the purchase.

Being set up for success in Merritt’s backcountry is paramount for the organization, Denton said.

“When you are working and playing in the outdoors, things unfortunately can — and will — go wrong,” Denton said. “It is important and imperative that the search and rescue team is fully and accurately equipped to handle all emergencies as best we can when seconds really do save lives.”

Last year, the initiative raised approximately $500,000 for kids in need in B.C.’s interior. Photo courtesy of Cops for Kids

NVSAR’s Jennifer Denton urged council to consider the benefits of purchasing new mobile command centre at a regular meeting on May 28. Dara Hill/Herald

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Come September, two local RCMP officers will pedal from Kelowna to Cranbrook (and back) in the name of helping local kids in need.

In the meantime, residents may see Merritt’s Cpl. Derrick Francis and Const. Jon Puterbough out training for the annual Cops For Kids fundraising ride.

The 10-day, 1,000 kilometre ride through 22 communities in B.C. raises money for the Cops For Kids Foundation, which benefits children in medical, physical or traumatic crisis.

It will be the second year riding for Francis, and third for Puterbough.

“It has been one of the most fulfilling activities I have ever done,” Puterbough wrote on his fundraising page. “Seeing firsthand how much our support can change a child and a family is truly heart warming,” Groups in each of the communities support the riders along the way by providing meals, accommodation,

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and events where riders can meet some of the kids who have benefited from the program.

“Usually we get to meet one or two of the families we have helped in the past or we are looking at helping in the future, which is a very, very positive experience,” said Francis, who noted that while the group does not travel through Merritt, kids in the Nicola Valley have benefited from the program. “There are some children out there with really significant needs who we have been able to help.”

Each participant is required to raise $2,500 for the initiative before Sept. 16 rolls around.

To support the officers, the local detachment held a garage sale fundraiser over the weekend. Const.

Tracy Dunsmore confirmed over $2,300 was raised..

“Merritt has always been a very generous community and we did well last year,” said Francis Those wishing to donate can also do so online and receive a tax receipt instantly.

Last year the event raised approximately $500,000 for kids in need.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS ELECTION 2019

People’s Party of Canada names candidate for Merritt-area riding Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Kelowna resident Allan Duncan has worked in painting, property management and as a pastor — but he has never worked in the House of Commons.

That could change come October, as Duncan was recently named as the candidate for the People’s Party of Canada (PPC), the new political faction created by former Conservative MP Maxime Bernier.

Though he’s never run for office before, Duncan’s political journey mimics Bernier’s. He worked on the campaign trail for Conservative MP John Weston in 2011 and 2015. Weston was re-elected to his West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country riding in 2011, but was unseated in 2015 by Liberal Pamela GoldsmithJones.

Since then, Duncan said he’s watched the Conservative party

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drift further left on the political spectrum.

“The Liberal Party got in, they are supposed to be left of centre, and once they got elected they became — in my opinion — radically left. Like, European socialist almost, farther left than the NDP,” said Duncan. “The Conservative Party, supposed to be right of centre, they drifted into that space.”

Born in Alberta, Duncan spent time on B.C.’s south coast before moving to the Okanagan to be closer with extended family.

He and his wife have four young children, he said.

Asked to identify a major priority for the Central OkanaganSimilkameen-Nicola riding, Duncan said he’s hoping the PPC can dethrone the federal Liberals.

“I think their economic decisions are reckless, and are not really in the interests of Canada,” said Duncan.

“They are spending a lot of money, they are giving away a lot of money and that makes our economic integrity precarious.”

Though 2019’s federal election will be the first to be contested by PPC candidates, Duncan said he believes the party can win multiple seats, and shake up the “politics as usual” attitude in Ottawa.

Both the Liberal Party and the Green Party of Canada have yet to declare their candidate for the riding.

In early May, the NDP picked Penticton Indian Band councillor Joan Phillip to challenge Conservative incumbent Dan Albas in 2019.

ANNOUNCEMENT Dr. Todd Smith is pleased to extend a warm welcome to Dr. Paul Comartin as the new owner of Cascade Dental Care!

After 25 years of serving the community I am happy to introduce you to Dr. Paul Comartin. Dr. Comaritn is a caring, compassionate dentist who is excited to lead our dental team and he looks forward to continuing the tradition of providing excellent dental service to the people of Merritt and the Nicola Valley.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank my patients for your loyalty and trust in allowing me to care for your dental health needs over the past many years. I am truly honored by the confidence you’ve placed in me and our great team.

Please join me in welcoming Dr. Comartin into our wonderful community.

Dr. Todd Smith Paul Comartin, D.D.S., MSc. Dr. Comartin completed a Master’s in biochemistry at Western University in 2012 and his doctor of dental surgery at the University of Toronto in 2016. During his time at school, he was highly involved in community outreach programs. His fondest memory was a trip to Jamaica to provide dental care to children and families that had little access to dental care.

As a dental provider, Dr. Comartin takes pride in the details of his work, and truly listens to his patient’s concerns.

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Students becoming FireSmart Next community ‘Reduce your Wildfire Risk’ workshop set for June 18.

When: Wednesday June 26th, 2019 Time: 5:30 pm Where: Merritt Civic Centre, Room #3 1950 Mamette Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1R6

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“We want Merritt to be a community that acts as its own fire break — that is the goal,” said Merritt Fire Rescue (MFR)’s Krista Minar as she gazed up at the dry hills surrounding Merritt.

“We don’t need to worry about managing fires, because fires are going to happen and they are a normal part of our ecology,” Minar said. “So if we can create a fire break community, then the fire will hopefully kind of blow in and around us and keep on going as it needs to.”

With each classroom visit and community workshop she leads, Minar gets closer to achieving her goal.

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Minar for an interactive wildfire science training session on May 30 — one of several student groups she has guided through the hills this spring.

“We have a program for the primary students, we have a program for intermediates, we have a program for high school students and then right into home owners,” she said.

The Herald joined the Collettville students as they went through Minar’s session in May. First, students

learned forest fire basics in the classroom, then boots hit the ground as they explored what wildfire safety looks like in the real world.

“So we walked up the Tom Lacey trail and we talked about where fires are going to move, how fires are important to local ecology, and then at the very end we talk a little bit about things we can do around our homes to help prevent home loss in the event of a wildfire,” said Minar.

She noted kids can

help their parents with wildfire mitigation at home by watering or mowing their lawns, moving wood piles away from the house and cleaning up pine needles and pine cones.

The next opportunity for the public to learn about preparing for wildfires is at MFR’s ‘Reduce your Wildfire Risk’ workshop on June 18 at 6:30 at the civic centre.

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Conayt Friendship Society NOTICE TO MEMBERS

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, June 27, 2019 at 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm; dinner to follow 2176 Quilchena Avenue Registration will begin at 4:00 pm The Annual Report and the Audited Financial Statement of the Society will be available at registration. **PLEASE NOTE - Only individuals with current memberships may vote or be nominated for office. If you plan to run for a seat on the Board of Directors, please submit your signed nomination form as Candidate along with a nominator who is also a Member of CFS. Candidate Orientation: June 11, 2019 at 5 pm and June 22, 2019 at 1 pm

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2 bedroom mobile home in Lower Nicola, move in ready, very clean with 33x7 covered deck, closed storage and large fenced yard with room for vegetable garden. Nice kitchen with island & skylight. 5 pce bath with sep. shower & soaker tub

1 acre waterfront lot on Nicola Lake. Build your dream home or vacation getaway . Land has gentle slope to waterfront. Great location for many water sports and close to Monck Park Provincial Park. Water & sewer to lot line.

Approx. 13 acres. Great property is established subdivision of other acreages. This unique property has a great deal of creek frontage on both north & south side of Guichon Creek. Hydro at lot line. Septic must be installed. Most of land is flat & usable.

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Has fully heated shop

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Great 2 bedrm rancher close to all amenities with fenced backyard & U/G sprinklers. Open concept kitchen/living/ dining. Kitchen has large island with all appliances. Family room has gas F/P. RV parking.

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Very nicely finished Jenish style rancher with 4 bedrms, 4 baths & fully finished bsmt. Large open kitchen with island, pantry & Hickory cabinets, bamboo flooring & low E windows. Spectacular views.

Large home with 3 bedrms above main, large kitchen with oak cabinets & large family room. Ensuite with jetted tub.

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2 bedroom apartment in great area, on the top floor. Open floor plan with 2 large bedrooms and spacious open kitchen with all major appliances. Great for first time buyer or investor.

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Build your dream home in one of Merrtt areas finest development, Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Water & sewer hookups available. Close to water access. This lake is known for fishing, water skiing & more.

122 acres of multiple zonings C4, C6 and R1. Buyer should contact the City of Merritt to request suitable zoning to match their needs. Call for more details.

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Water & sewer services available.

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Current plans are for a development of 2 acre estate lots with city boundaries.

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Locals mark D-Day anniversary Merritt Legion urges veterans to reach out to the organization for support.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Metis of Merritt and the Nicola Valley are having their Annual General Meeting and Elections

Sunday, June 16, 2019 Doors Open: 2:45 pm AGM & Election: 3:30 pm Dinner: 5:00 pm

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Before the bagpipes blared, a group of 20 strong held a moment of silence around the Merritt cenotaph in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Merritt’s Royal Canadian Legion held the ceremony on June 6 in honour of the allied troops who landed on Juno Beach in Normandy to fight for the liberation of France, the Netherlands and ultimately Germany — where Adolf Hitler’s forces were defeated the following year.

“We were really pleased [the event] came together,” said Merritt Legion treasurer Dayle Hamm, who noted D-Day was both an important and devastating day.

On the 50th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, members of Merritt’s Royal Canadian Legion

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Conayt Friendship Centre 2164 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, B.C Members of Merritt’s Royal Canadian Legion held a small ceremony on June 6 to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Dara Hill/Herald

reached out to veterans of the Second World War living in Merritt, but this year they had no such luck.

“We have been trying to do that because there are so many veterans in Merritt who don’t realize what the Legion can do to help them,” she said. “And we have been trying to find more [local veterans] because not all of them are Legion members.

You don’t have to be a Legion member for us to be able to help you.”

Some veterans don’t think they should receive support because they did not go to war, said Hamm, adding that is simply not the case.

“They do deserve to

get that help,” she said.

“They would have gone to war if they had been asked or if it was at that time.”

The Royal Canadian Legion was established in 1926 to support veterans and their families, said Hamm Programming is funded by the poppy campaign the Legion runs each fall. Last year, the local chapter raised over $15,000.

The needs of veterans are wide-ranging, said Hamm, and can include PTSD support, equipment such as wheelchairs, health and dental care or service dogs.

For further information call 250-378-5015 or 250-302-9335

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“That’s what our main goal with the poppy fund is — it’s for the veterans,” she said. “They just need to come and ask because we can’t always find them.”

Hamm expressed her gratitude for Maureen (Mo) Dixon, who has run the poppy campaign in Merritt for many years.

“Her dedicated to the vets has been unbelievable,” Hamm said.

The local branch has been hard at work refurbishing their building on Quilchena Avenue, and further upgrades are on the horizon.

The renovations taken place over the past year have made a world of a difference already, said Hamm.

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The downstairs was completely gutted as well, said Hamm.

“It is unbelievable how nice it is now.

People who have been in Merritt their whole lives and have been in the Legion their whole lives come in and go ‘Holy cow,’” she said.

“A lot of work went into it, there were a lot of guys who spent

a whole year working. They went to this March and gave up their summers — they just worked so hard.”

The group is now ready to replace tables and chairs inside, and plans to refurbish the office where Hamm does her work.

Above all, Hamm said she is hopeful they’ll be able to continue making the space

more accessible, noting they have a applied for a grant to make their washrooms more wheelchair-friendly.

“They’re not as good as they could be,” she said. “We would like them with the big metal doors, the soap dispensers and stuff that you just have to hold your hand under, details that will just make it a little bit nicer.”

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CHARITY RACE

Big turnout for ninth Merritt Country Run Plenty of volunteers and lots of runners took part in Sunday’s event.

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The decision to return to a late-spring date for the Merritt Country Run proved to be a good one for race organizers, as 130 people took part in the charity race on June 9, compared to 72 in 2018.

The ninth annual charity run continues to support Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart program, which provides financial assistance for kids 18 and under to compete in organized sports.

The race returned in 2018 after a year long hiatus, but this year’s edition was the first with new race director Stacey Krajci at the helm.

“We had a little bit of a fresher perspective, because this year many of the organizing committee members [are] also runners,” said Krajci. “So we based our organization on other runs that we’ve been to.”

The decision to move the race back to June from September also helped bump up participation, said Krajci. She noted there were a number of teams representing local elementary schools such as Central and Diamond Vale in this year’s race.

As in past years, runners were offered the choice of taking part in a 5-kilometre, 10-kilometre or half marathon race. Even the youngest runners had a chance to get in on the action, with the “two laps around the track” race being offered again.

Naïa Crépet took the overall title in the five kilometre race, with a blazing fast time of 25:05.3.

Isaac Asselstine was once again the top male finisher, coming in

(Above) Runners of all ages were able to take part in the Merritt Country Run, with options of 5 kilometres, 10 kilometres, a half marathon or twice around the track for the youngsters.

(Right) The half marathon course took runners along Lindley Creek Road in Collettville. Photos courtesy of Julie A. Pollard/Merritt Pro Photo

at 26:01.1. The five kilometre distance proved to be the most popular, with 87 racers total entered in the event.

Meanwhile, 25 racers took part in the 10 kilometre race, with Wayne Little (46:33.3) and Juanita Little (55:55.0) taking the top spots for men and women respectively.

Eighteen brave souls left the starting line an hour earlier to take on the gruelling half marathon, with Matt Slykhuis pacing the field at 1:33:22.2, while Rachel McTavish clocked in at 1:51:59.4 to finish first among the women.

While the official total is still being calculated, race participants donated approximately $500 towards JumpStart programs.

With this year’s race now in the rearview mirror, Krajci said the focus for the organizing committee will now turn to the 10th anniversary race in 2020.

Though many details have yet to be worked out, Krajci said she hopes to expand on the success of this year’s Health and Wellness Fair, which was held at the civic centre on June 8.

“I think we got a good amount of traffic that came in, it was a good vibe,” said Krajci. “We had fitness demonstrations, we had lots of different areas — not just health and wellness — but some of it was like financial health and other things like that.”

Krajci’s goal is ultimately to

turn the race weekend into a large-scale community event, something she believes is possible with the current organizing committee, roster of volunteers and local sponsors.

“I want the community to be involved — we don’t seem to have trouble getting people from outside Merritt to come here,” she said.

“But it’s about getting people in Merritt to participate.”

PROFESSIONAL GOLF

Merritt golfer fifth among Canucks at RBC Canadian Open

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The support of a boisterous crowd of Canadian golf fans at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club helped propel Merritt’s Roger Sloan through four rounds at the RBC Canadian Open.

Sloan finished in a tie for 56th overall at one under par. He was fifth among the Canadians in the field, while Adam Hadwin was the only Canuck to finish among the top ten at 12 under.

Sloan opened the only PGA Tour event in Canada by shooting two

under par, with three birdies in the back nine.

But after shooting even par round on day two, Sloan made the cut by only a single stroke.

The Merritt golfer returned to form on day three, as he continued to save his best shots for the back nine with three more birdies, bringing

him to four under on the weekend.

By the time the final round began on Sunday, Sloan was well back of the leaders.

But shooting three over par sent him tumbling down the rankings to finish 56th.

“I’ve always enjoyed this tournament,” Sloan

told the Canadian Press.

“It’s our national championship, golf is obviously a huge part of Canadian culture and Canadian golf fans are very passionate.

“As a Canadian it’s so thrilling to be out there and hearing the cheers and hearing the support.”

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SPORTS SPEED SWIMMING

Otters pace the field in Revelstoke

Mathias Redknap was one of three Merritt swimmers to win a gold aggregate. Photo contributed Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt Otters swimmers collected a haul of hardware at the first meet of the year in Revelstoke.

While local swimmers have been back at the pool since the start of May for practice, the Revelstoke meet represented the first chance for the Otters members to post official times for the season.

Despite only having a month of practice, Otters swimmers posted impressive times across the board, said head coach Gabe Lee. “Our juniors came in and raced hard and I thought led the meet in a good mindset,” said Lee. “Most of them were taking chunks off their best times in every race.”

Lee highlighted the performance of two junior swimmers, Ayla

Redknap and Jayda Starrs, who managed to record personal bests in all of their events.

Well rounded performances from a number of Otters swimmers were recognized with aggregate awards, given to swimmers who accumulate the most points across their individual events.

Abby Thoms, Paige Asselstine and Mathias Redknap all collected gold aggregates, while Cruz Slanzi earned a silver. Liam Warren and Bianca Cavaliere took bronze.

“Abby Thoms stood out a lot because although she was winning her races by a considerable amount, she never let off the accelerator,” said Lee. Locals will have a chance to take in some races as the Otters host their home meet on June 29 and 30 at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre.

JUNIOR JUMPERS Kassie Hall, a Grade 6 student at Collettville Elementary, soared during the long jump event at the SD58 elementary track meet on June 6. Aside from a little wind, conditions were ideal at Voght Park as students in Grade 4 to 7 earned a day away from their studies to compete in the district meet. Cole Wagner/Herald

SLIDING STONES The Darel team went undefeated at the Zone 8 floor curling playoffs, securing their spot at the upcoming 55+ B.C. Games in September. Skip Rolly Darel, third Bob Leech, second Cyril George and lead Shirley Vezina bested two teams from Kamloops and another squad from Merritt to take first place at the tournament, which was held at the Merritt Seniors Centre on May 30. Three qualification slots were up for grabs at the Zone 8 playoffs. The Darel team handily punched their ticket to the games, while Merritt’s Larocque team qualified in second place. The Larocque team featured Bennard Larocque as skip, Dot Coburn as third, Verna Rose as second and Joanne Larocque as lead. A Kamloops-based team, consisting of Joan Findlay, Bill Scott, Melrose Scott and Rona Tramm earned the final qualification. “An enjoyable day was marked by a good fan presence and good socialization,” said Bob Leech. Cole Wagner/Herald

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FREE SEMINAR FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Join Community Futures Nicola Valley for these free sessions: Learn How to Sell Your Product to the United States - June 17, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Rural Dividend Info Session: 6th Intake Overview & Updates June 13, 10 - 11:15 a.m. and Instagram Marketing for Busy Entrepreneurs - June 20, 1 to 4 p.m.

Please register online at Eventbrite. Advance registration is required due to limited seating.

For more information contact CFNV at 250378-3923

ANGELS ANIMAL RESCUE SOCIETY

Join us June 15 and 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. for a garage sale, BBQ, raffle and Neysa’s home made dog cookies - 2460 Torgerson Road.

YARD SALES

Nicola Valley Fall Fair giant yard sales will be held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Dates for 2019 are: June 22, 23, July 6,7, 20, 21, August 3, 4, 17 and 18. the Fal Fair will be accepting donations. Donations may be dropped off at the exhibition building on the yard sale dates, or you may phone Martha at 250378-2303 to make other arrangements. Proceeds from the yard sales are going toward the construction of indoor washroom facilities at the Fair Exhibition Building.

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION

The Vancouver Paranormal Society will carry out a public investigation on June 29th at the Baillie House.

Participants will be able to participate in a full evening of activities and experience what the investigators do. Only

four tickets available for each event. To reserve a spot email peter@vancouverparanormalsociety. net. All proceeds go to the Baillie House.

MESSY CHURCH

For parents or guardians and children to share fun activities, crafts, games, songs, celebration and sit-down dinner with your family. First Thursday of month, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church. For more information or to register 250-378-5735 or email tucc@telus.net

PENSION BREAKFAST

Conayt Friendship Society Pension Day breakfast will be held on every Pension Day from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at 2164 Quilchena Ave. Everyone is invited.

Elders eat at no charge.

For more information call 250-378-5107.

Volunteer servers and cooks are welcome.

NICOLA VALLEY QUILTERS GUILD

Meets on the first and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the civic center.

New members always welcome. The next quilting retreat weekend will be on May 10 – 12..

Register at the civic center, open to everyone.

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IMMIGRANT SERVICES NOW IN MERRITT

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We can help! Kamloops Immigrant Services is a non-profit agency now offering services in Merritt. We assist all newcomers, including naturalized Canadian citizens, with a variety of services to help you get established in your community. All our services are free of charge for eligible clients. Contact us for additional information at 1-866-672-0855 or e-mail liza@kcris.ca /

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NICOLA VALLEY METIS

General meeting will be held every third Wednesday of the month.

For more information please call Betty Ann at 250-378-5015.

NICOLA VALLEY EXPLORERS

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

5190.

MERRITT MOUNTAIN BIKE GROUP RIDES

Join us every Wednesday at 6 p.m. Meet at Breathe Bikes and join a group ride. Rides are approximately two hours where you will have fun and learn new skills.

(MMBA); google bike Merritt and see the great riding opportunities here; use Trailforks APP to find all the hiking and riding trails. The Merritt Crown: a 110 km, 1200 vertical feet, 12 hour self supported mountain bike race to be held June 22 or take part in the BC1000 Bike Race; Merritt to Fernie; self-supported mountain bike race; take it fast; or easy; just do it! google ‘BC1000Epic’ For more information email: darchoborne@hotmail.com

FARMERS MARKET

Come see a variety of vendors at the Nicola Valley Farmers Market every Saturday from now to October 12 from 9:30

SHRINERS

RED CROSS

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COURTHOUSE ARTS GALLERY

Join us Thursday to Saturday from 12 - 6 p.m. See our current art show or join us for our Friday workshops, different arts and artists, from tea and talk to mosaics, drawing, etc. For what’s new this week at the gallery and the Nicola Valley Arts Council check our website nicolavalleyartscouncil.com, or call 250-378-6515 or 250315-3437.

Shriners meet every fourth Wednesday of the month. For more information call 250-3782004.

Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: seniors exercises 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., cribbage 1 & 7 p.m. Tuesday: bingo 1 p.m., doors open at 11:00 a.m., bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: carpet bowling 1:30 p.m., court whist 7 p.m., free swim at the pool 9 - 10 a.m. Thursday: floor curling 1 p.m., floor and table shuffleboard 3 - 5 p.m. Second and fourth Thursdays: floor curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m. Friday: seniors exercises 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., rummoli and games 7 p.m. The second Friday of each month at 1:30 p.m. we have a general meeting,

MERRITT PICKLEBALL CLUB

Play Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Central Park Sport Box, 2975 Voght St. The club also plays on Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 - 9 p.m., at the Merritt Civic Centre, 1950 Mamette Ave. Come for fun and exercise, drop-ins welcome. Demo paddles and instruction available.

For more information call Brian 250-378-7452 or Gary 250-280-0105

NAVY LEAGUE OF CANADA

Join the Navy League every Wednesday evening from 6 - 9 p.m. for our parade. We are located at 1755 Coldwater Ave. Jumpstart does cover the cost of our fees and no child is turned away due to finances. For more information call 250280-6944.

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executive meeting at 10 a.m. Last Friday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m. Third Friday of the month drop in lunch 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Saturday: drop-ins from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. with floor curling played at 1 p.m. The hall is available to senior members to use for teas, birthdays, celebrations and get togethers. The games room is complete with a pool table, snooker table, shuffleboard table, dart board, horseshoe pit, library with books, DVD’s and puzzles. For more information please call 250-378-3763.

THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF CANADA

Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held

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at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-378-4195 for more information.

TOPS

Are you interested in losing weight sensibly, then you may want to come to TOPS. We meet Tuesdays at the United Church Hall, 1899 Quilchena Ave. For information call 250-378-5225. Weighin from 7:45 until 8:45 a.m. with meetings from 9 - 9:30 a.m.

GARAGE SALE

Baillie House spring garage sale, every Thursday to Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you need it, we might just have it. For more information call 250-3780349.

Crossroads Community Church

2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 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. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (K - Gr. 4) - 10 am

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2451 Spring Bank Ave • 250-378-5603 Worship Service Sunday -10 am • Sunday School -11:10 am

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Rose, Joseph Guy April 30, 1929 – June 7, 2019 With heavy hearts we wish to announce the recent passing of Joseph Guy Rose of Quilchena.

Guy was predeceased by his parents Matt and Virginia (Guichon) and his sister Monica (Graham). He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Hilde, sister Eleanor(Bill), sons Steve(Jill), Mike(Suzanne), Peter(Fiona), Paul(Kathy) and daughter Anne, 9 grandchildren Matt(Michelle), Jennifer(Wayne), Derek, Kaitlyn, Andrew, Ryan, Charlie, Jared and Megan, as well as 3 great grandchildren Zoe, Evan and Colbie.

Guy was raised in Kitsilano, Vancouver, his father having a long career in the Vancouver Police Department. Guy took his elementary and high school education at Vancouver College. From his teen years on, he spent his summers working for his uncles on the Guichon Ranch at Quilchena in the Nicola Valley. Soon after graduating from UBC in 1953 (BSc Agriculture) Guy and his two best friends decided to travel to Europe for a post- graduation adventure. En route, aboard the ms Masdaam, Guy met a pretty German girl who would become the love of his life.

In 1955 Guy and his cousin Gerard each bought one half of the Guichon Ranch from the second generation family members. Guy and Hilde married that same year and built a home overlooking Nicola Lake and raised their family there.

Despite being busy with the operation of the Quilchena Cattle Company, as well as the hotel, general store and farm machinery dealership, Guy still devoted much time to his growing family. Skiing was a life- long passion and for many years, nearly every Friday over the winter the children would step off the school bus and directly into the Rambler station wagon and head to Silver Star.

He was also able to contribute tirelessly to community service through virtually all his adult life. He was involved locally with the Kinsmen Club, Chamber of Commerce, Hospital Board and active with the Church. In 1979 he oversaw both the construction of the current Our Lady of Lourdes Church at Quilchena (on the exact site his grandfather built the original church in 1898) and the new Sacred Heart Church and adjoining Phelan House senior’s residence in Merritt.

Guy also at various times served on the executive of the Nicola Stockbreeders and both the BC and Canadian Cattlemen’s Associations. In addition he was for a time a member of the Agricultural Land Commission and also sat on the land claims panel of the BC Treaty Commission. Guy was also extremely honoured to sit on the Board of Directors of BC Hydro from 1981 to 1992 and then for two years on the Forest Alliance of BC. He loved his beautiful Nicola Valley and the people who live there. Strong and lasting friendships were built with his fellow pioneer ranching families as well as his beloved friends in the First Nation community at Quilchena.

For well over a century generations of “Quilchena people” have worked, celebrated, prayed and mourned together and Guy was extremely passionate and proud of that bond that today continues to endure.

Travel was also an important part of Guy and Hilde’s life and they made time for regular trips to Hilde’s home town in Germany as well as other parts of Europe where many friendships were cultivated over the decades.

To say they were sociable people is an understatement. Guy and Hilde absolutely loved to entertain family and friends…some events bordering on legendary.

In more recent years, Guy was able to enjoy more time spent with family, a particular highlight being a family Christmas cruise to the Caribbean to celebrate Hilde’s eightieth birthday. He especially loved gatherings and travel with his beloved grandchildren and most recently time spent with his great grandchildren. He was delighted at the arrival of little Colbie just three weeks ago.

The family would like to pay tribute to Dr. Simon as well as the wonderful nursing staff of the Nicola Valley Hospital and the exemplary and professional care that was provided during his brief stay. The community should be proud of having such a well- equipped and caring facility.

Thanks also to all who came to visit Guy during his last days to share affection, prayers and memories, including a moving prayer service in the Okanagan language. Thanks also for all the messages of condolence and support.

Prayers will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church at Quilchena on Friday June 14, at 5:00 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Merritt on Saturday, June 15 at 11:00 am with internment to follow at Pineridge Cemetery where Guy will be laid to rest beside his parents. A further celebration of life is being contemplated for a date later this summer, though yet to be determined. ,Q OLHX RI ÁRZHUV GRQDWLRQV PD\ EH PDGH WR WKH 1LFROD 9DOOH\ +HDOWK &DUH In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Nicola Valley Health Care Endowment Foundation (www.nvhcef.com) or the charity of your choice.

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John Conrad Morash Feb 8, 1932 - May 31, 2019

Long time resident of Merritt, John Morash left this earthly world. Born in Nova Scotia he grew up with brothers; Ray, Elroy, Floyd, Wilson, Leonard, sisters; Mary and Ferne. John moved west, married and started a family. Settling in Merritt in 1965. He worked at Craigmont mines, raised a family and enjoyed retirement. John had a love for walking, often to be seen hiking up the side of the mountain to the lookout at the edge of town. John was an avid gardener and had a great fondness for cats.

John will be lovingly remembered by his wife Stella (nee Reeves) married in 1959, their children brought grandchildren into his life, son Philip (Christine) Nicole, Ken, Justin and Mackenzie.

Daughter Lois (Cliff) Sabrina, Justin, Rebecca and Jessica, son Peter (Gwen) Caitlin and Braden.

Son David brought Jordan into John’s life. Great grandchildren also brought joy into his life.

Predeceased by brother Elroy and his own son David.

A service was held at Merritt Baptist Church on June 5th and internment followed at the Pine Ridge Cemetary.

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Duties include, but are not limited to: • Preparing Quarterly reports concerning the condition of the physical plant and physical envelop of the Quilchena properties.

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Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter and resume to: Executive Director, Conayt Friendship Society, PO Box 1989, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 or drop off at 2164 Quilchena Ave or Fax to 250-378-6676 or Email to: reception@conayt.com Closing Date: June 21, 2019 at 5:00 pm

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THURSDAY, June 13, 2019 • 23

IN CASH SAVE 40¢ / L

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ON SELECT 2019 MODELS

2019

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FINANCE FROM

WEEKLY AT 1.99% FOR 48 MONTHS, $2,020 DOWN INCLUDES $1,000 BONUS

OR GET UP TO $5,000 CASH DISCOUNT ON SELECT REMAINING 2019 KIA SORENTO MODELS

OFFER INCLUDES: • WIRELESS PHONE CHARGER • BLIND SPORT DETECTION SYSTEM • APPLE CAR PLAY / ANDROID AUDIO

*Forte EX Limited shown

5 YEARS

0%

FINAL CLEAROUT

/ 100,000 KM WARRANTY / UNLIMITED KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE °

COMPREHENSIVE • POWERTRAIN • 100% TRANSFERABLE • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ANYWHERE IN NORTH AMERICA

Disclaimer: Offer(s) available on select new 2019 models to qualified retail customers who take delivery from June 1 to July 2, 2019. Some conditions apply. Finance a new 2019 Sorento SXL with a selling price of $49,772 at 0% for 60 months for a total number of 260 weekly payments of $191 with $0 down. Cost of borrowing is $0, includes a $1,300 bonus. See dealer for complete details. Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on the new 2019 Forte EX with a selling price of $22,752 includes $1,000 bonus based on a total number of 208 weekly payments of $52 for 48 months at 1.99% with $0 security deposit, $2,020 down payment and first payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $10,909 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $10,001. Fuel Card is combinable with other retail incentives. No cash surrender value and cannot be applied to past transactions. Some restrictions apply. Fuel card applies for 4 months or 500 L, whichever comes first. . All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,785, $22 AMVIC, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, and variable dealer administration fees. See Kamloops Kia for details.

*See dealer for details.

Offer(s) available on select new 2019 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from May 1 to 31, 2019. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,785, $22 AMVIC, $100 A/C charge (whereB.C. applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100 and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). #880-8th Street,Kamloops, Other lease and financing options also available. AJAC is an association of prestigious professional journalists, writers, photographers and corporate members whose goal is to ensure factual and ethical reporting about the Canadian automobile industry. ∑Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.

This also applies to safety-related systems and functions. None of the features we describe are intended to replace the driver’s responsibility to exercise due care while driving and are not a substitute for safe driving practices. Some features may have technological limitations. For additional information regarding the various features, including their limitations and restrictions, please refer to your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. ΩApple, the Apple logo, CarPlay and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google, Google Play, Google Maps and Android Auto are trademarks of Google Inc. Google Maps ©2019 Google. ^Celebration Bonus/Car of the Year Bonus is available on the purchase or lease of a qualifying new and unregistered model from an authorized Kia dealer in Canada between May 1 and 31, 2019. Celebration Bonus of $1,000 is available on the models as follows: 2019 Forte, 2019 Soul, 2019 Sportage 2019 Sorento; Car of the Year Bonus of $2,000 is available on eligible 2019 Stinger and 2018 Stinger models. Celebration Bonus/Car of the Year Bonus is combinable with other retail incentives and will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. No cash surrender value and cannot be applied to past transactions. Some restrictions apply. Please see dealer for full details. Offer is subject to change without notice. ΦFinancing offers available only on select new models to qualified customers on approved credit (OAC). Representative Financing Example: Finance a new 2019 Sorento 2.4L LX FWD (SR75AK) with a selling price of $29,202 at 0.99% for 84 months for Gordon Nuttall Judge Gyger Justin Sommerfeldt Minaker Ashley Harriott a total number of 364 weekly payments of $79 with $1,500 down. Cost of borrowing is $969, includes a $1,000 Celebration Bonus. ≠Lease offer is only available on select new models to qualified customers on approved credit.

Representative Leasing Example:Richard Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on the new 2019 Forte EX Product Sales Advisor IVT (FO843K)/2019 Sportage LX FWD (SP751K) with a selling price of $22,752/$27,202 includes $1,000 Celebration Bonus based on a total number of 208/260 weeklyManager payments of $52/$64 forFinance 60 months atManager 1.99%/3.49% with $0 security deposit,Advisor $2,020/$2,825 downProduct payment andAdvisor first payment due at Product lease inception.

Total lease obligation is $10,909/$16,740 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $10,001/$9,513. Lease has 16,000 km/year allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2019 Sorento SX (SR75JK)/2019 Sportage SX Turbo (SP757K)/2019 Forte EX Limited (FO847K) is $45,165/$39,595/$28,065. °Unlimited roadside assistance is only applicable on 2017 models and onward. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

KIA MOTORS

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K A M L O O P S DEALER #30964

9K850

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G9127A

9K868

T9112

9K846

2016 KIA SORENTO SX V6 AWD

2015 JEEP CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK AWD

2014 KIA SOUL SX LUXURY

2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU LT

2019 KIA SPORTAGE LX AWD

91,932 KMS | WAS: $28,849

98,509 KMS | WAS: $25,639

85,880KMS | WAS: $18,177

114,552 KMS | WAS: $14,589

27,828 KMS | WAS: $28,084

NOW $25,676

NOW $22,819

9K837

NOW $16,178

9K856A

NOW $12,985

9K853

NOW $25,314

N9104A

N9130A

2018 MITSUBISHI RVR SE

2015 KIA SORENTO EX V6 AWD

2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU LT

2010 KIA FORTE SX

2009 FORD FOCUS SES

25,357 KMS | WAS: $25,179

122,078 KMS | WAS: $19,783

34,655 KMS | WAS: $23,901

112,605 KMS | WAS: $10,389

112,265 KMS | WAS: $7,032

NOW $20,141

NOW $17,607

9K862

NOW $20,173

9K855

NOW $9,247

9K858

T9101A

NOW $6,259

9K847

2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX AWD

2019 KIA SORENTO LX AWD

2017 HONDA CIVIC TOURING

2014 FORD F-150 FX4

2019 KIA SPORTAGE LX AWD

24,687 KMS | WAS: $30,189

34,634 KMS | WAS: $30,078

74,598 KMS | WAS: $23,622

174,035 KMS | WAS: $28,592

29,271 KMS | WAS: $27,719

NOW $27,566

NOW $26,770

NOW $20,57

*Sale prices include dealer administration, exclude applicable taxes and lender fees.

NOW $26,504

NOW $25,235

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