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HALLOWEEN A SPOOKY GOOD TIME There were games, prizes, cool costumes, a haunted house and — of course — a whole lot of candy at the well attended City of Merritt Spooktacular. The 2017 edition had the best attendance on record with 1,100 people taking part in the annual Halloween event held on Oct. 20. Michael Potestio/Herald

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MENTAL HEALTH LITERACY

Mental health key as SD58 focuses on strategic plan James Irving THE MERRITT HERALD

School District No.58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is taking action on the “No. 1 goal” of its current strategic plan – while working on an updated plan expected to be complete by the end of March 2020. Trustees met in Merritt Nov. 13.

“Well-being” is the top issue for the current plan, Superintendent Steve McNiven told the Merritt Herald. The district is working to increase “mental health literacy.”

Boosted by a recent $30,500 provincial grant, “We’re building opportunities throughout the curriculum for students to understand the importance of mental health.”

At the elementary level, the “Kids in the Know” program focuses on Internet safety and related issues. The program comes from the Canadian Centre for Child Protection: the

website is https://www. kidsintheknow.ca/app/en/ Targeting the high school ages, “Preventure” stresses “substance abuse and making good choices around staying healthy,” McNiven explained. The program was developed at the University of Montreal; information can be found online at https://positivechoices.org.au/teachers/ preventure Part of health concerns around the schools is the growing issue of vaping.

Assistant Superintendent Jameel Aziz has been tasked with creating a set of procedures for schools to follow in this area.

“There’s a need for a more consistent response (by schools) to vaping and possession of vaping paraphernalia,” Superintendent McNiven explained.

“We’re really pleased to see a comprehensive provincial response,” he added, as B.C. announced new rules and restrictions on the prac-

tice the day following the S.D. 58 board’s meeting.

Trustees at that meeting also considered using surveillance cameras to reduce vandalism at area schools.

There has been no recent surge of property damage, the superintendent said, but, “The district has invested quite heavily in some outdoor learning spaces. . . . It’s our goal just to make sure that we are maintaining those spaces and protecting them.”

Nicola Canford Elementary in Lower Nicola will likely get the first camera. Collettville Elementary in Merritt is another location with an outdoor learning space.

The district is developing a trustee code of conduct.

McNiven says, “We have a very positive board . . .wellfunctioning, experienced.”

That makes this the ideal time to develop a code, as recommended by the 2016 Liz Watson report to the ministry of education.

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Superintendent Steve McNiven is leading School District 58 to spell out its plans and policies. James irving/Herald

A draft code is expected to come before the next S.D. 58 board meeting, scheduled Dec. 11 in Princeton, B.C. Development of the district’s new strategic plan is taking place over a series of three stakeholder meetings.

The 18 people participating

so far, include representatives of staff and teacher unions, parents, students, First Nations, administrators, and trustees.

“The district is looking to engage the ministry of child and family services, and Scw’exmx family services,” McNiven said.

Man charged A Merritt man who pointed a loaded rifle at an acquaintance during a get-together in a Nicola Valley motel room was released from jail on Monday after pleading guilty to three charges.

Tyler James Collins pleaded guilty to one count each of pointing a firearm and possessing a firearm for a dangerous purpose, as well as an unrelated assault charge.

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Airport needs to clear the air for development Natural gas James Irving THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt City Council needs to decide what kind of airport it wants, according to the final report from an airport development plan review by Kamloopsbased consulting firm Urban Systems. That will let the City clarify the kinds and location of development around the Saunders Field facility.

Interested citizens Geoff Scholtens – a local pilot – and Valley Helicopters general manager, Brad Fandrich also brought input as Council received the report Tuesday, Nov. 19, at

it’s committee of the whole meeting.

Council decided to ask staff to bring terms of reference for an airport advisory committee to the next regular Council meeting, Nov. 26.

Fandrich explained how his company had watched costs triple as a proposed hangar development on its property west of the airport went through various hurdles. Valley Helicopters now has to decide if it should go ahead.

Scholtens said the first issue at the airport for him is, “The runway is in desperate need of some sealing.”

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and evaluate how to protect the facility’s obstacle limitation surface (OLS) – its three-dimensional space requirements.

That could require discussions with property owners and ThompsonNicola Regional District about lands outside City boundaries.

The OLS represents a key limitation not only on buildings but activities near an airport. However, Scholtens told the meeting that this issue had been addressed simply at other airports: “Take white paint and move the threshold.”

Markings on the runway would inform pilots and

The Urban Systems study concluded that City staff and Council need to identify a 25-year “vision” for the facility. This would lead to an airport master plan that would set out how to achieve the vision “for the foreseeable future,” upgrades needed, and costs.

The plan would also cover how to accommodate, and promote, development in the area around the airport, setting priorities, writing business and capital plans, and evaluating options for funding the improvements.

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Council also discussed the celebration (last Canada Day weekend) of the centennial of the first airplane to land at Merritt, and it will consider making an airport celebration an annual event.

Staff will look into the possibility of grant funding for an event co-ordinator for this and similar activities.

During the same meeting, the City heard reports from Heather Michaud and Aireen Luney on federal and provincial programs to encourage immigration and benefit local businesses.

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Regular Council Meeting - November 26, 2019 at 6 pm

Wednesday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Regular Council Meeting - December 17, 2019 at 7 pm

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

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

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

OFFICIAL REOPENING OF THE ROTARY AND CENTRAL PARK PLAYGROUNDS The City of Merritt would like to invite interested members of the public to attend the official reopening of the Rotary and Central Park Playgrounds.

Mayor Brown and MLA Tegart will be providing opening comments and answering questions.

These park upgrades would not have been possible without the support of the Rotary Club of Merritt and the Tire Stewardship Grants. Both park playgrounds include new features for children and their families to enjoy.

THE OFFICIAL ROTARY PARK AND CENTRAL PARK REOPENING WILL BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 29TH AT 3:00 PM AT ROTARY PARK.

MERRITT COUNTRY CHRISTMAS WEEK

Mayor and Council invites everyone to join for the weeklong celebra�on.

Nov 25 | Light Up Tree Spirit Square Nov 27 | Love To Dance Concert Civic Centre Nov 28 | Christmas Concert Civic Centre Nov 29 | Christmas Parade Downtown Nov 29-30 | Cra� Fair Civic Centre Dec 01 | Breakfast with Santa Civic Centre

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE

Battle of using RVs on private property continues TNRD to review RV ‘crackdown’ following public outcry Morgan Hampton CONTRIBUTOR

The ThompsonNicola Regional District (TNRD), announced in August that it was “cracking down” on people who use RVs on their private property, both as residences and recreationally. Following immediate and vocal public backlash, the TNRD has decided to review bylaw 2400 at its Dec. 12 meeting.

During a terse interview with CBC aired on Aug. 14, TNRD Chair Ken Gillis suggested that there is no crackdown, and that the TNRD “does not have the power to evict people.”

Angie Smith, whose RV dwelling on the outskirts of Barriere, B.C., was the site of a supportive rally of 50-60 people in September, does not believe that to be true. “Then why do I have a registered letter from the TNRD that states we must be off our property by Sept. 15, 2019 or they will take legal action?

Maybe they don’t have the power to legally do it, but they try by bullying and intimidation.

It’s outrageous and unconstitutional.”

Founder and spokesman of the Rural Rights Association of BC (Formerly Thompson-Nicola RV Rights), Tom Coles told CBC, “It does not make sense to victimize people, who out of economic necessity … have no other alternative but to live within the means available to them.” He said he feels that this restrictive bylaw is a move to further criminalize poverty by people who are, “For the most part, economically insulated from what is the harsh reality for a growing number of Canadians. More and more Canadians – our friends and neighbours – are likely to feel the impact of an economy in rapid decline and will need some alternative.

Attempts to make poverty go away by trying to enact bylaws, fines, threats and intimidation will obviously not work.”

Both Coles and Smith feel that the district’s cry of personal safety (or lack thereof) for those living in RVs is a red herring, since it is implied that those same units become safe when located in RV parks, campgrounds, certain municipalities, or if you have a building permit.

There is also a consensus among those directly affected and unaffected that the bylaw is an infringement of people’s

Monday, November 25 COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT-UP Bring mittens, hats and socks to pin on the tree!

HOT CHOCOLATE served by Crimestoppers . . . . .6:00pm, Spirit Square

Tues Nov 26-Thurs Nov 28 FESTIVAL OF TREES DECORATING Call Merritt Chamber of Commerce 250.378.5634 to make arrangements

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LOVE TO DANCE ACADEMY "The Magical Snow Globe" CITA MATIN : Doors open at 12:00pm, Start at 1:00pm.

RECITAL EVENING : Doors open at 6:00pm, Start at 7:00pm Both dance recitals at the Civic Centre, donations welcome

Thursday, November 28 COUNTRY CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CONCERT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doors open at 6:00pm, Starts at 7:00pm Donations welcome. Civic Centre

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Notice of ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING For the

Nicola Valley Community Justice Services Society Thursday, November 28, 2019 11:30am to 1pm at Mary’s Corner Cafe 1950 Garcia Street Should RV living be just for fun? TNRD rules have tried to restrict full time use of the vehicles, even on private property. Stock Image/Herald

property and personal rights to live in a manner of their own choosing.

Coles has also expressed his fears that TNRD’s Gillis will make good on his threat in the CBC interview to make the bylaw even more restrictive if the board was forced to review it, something Angie Smith has been worried about since receiving no engagement from the TNRD following her eviction notice.

With the number of homeless people in Canada on the rise, and with BC in particular facing a housing crisis, it makes little sense

to penalize those who have succeeded in putting a roof over their heads. In fact, a B.C. court ruled in 2015 that even the homeless have the “right to camp” in several municipalities that had previously attempted to prohibit the practice.

At the time, D.J. Larkin, of Pivot Legal Society, said, “Municipalities all over this country need to take a good long look at their bylaws because they are not constitutional.”

A circulating petition has more than 2300 signatures and, according to a survey put to the public by the TNRD,

an overwhelming 85 per cent of respondents believe RVs should be allowed as permanent dwellings and that the bylaw should be changed to reflect this.

Our neighbouring district of ColumbiaShuswap has several provisions within its own bylaws which allow for RVs as permanent dwellings, and it has not reported any issues with the zoning.

These bylaws may be used as a precedent when considering changing the language of Bylaw 2400, which currently states that anything “not expressly permitted is a prohibited use.”

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CRAFT FAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:00 -10:00pm, Civic Centre SANTA PARADE N W A A T ine up at 5pm ara e tart at pm ara e tart at Ci ic Centre o n C apman St to uilc ena A e rom t ere para e tra el to lair Street t en i pur e BAILLIE HOUSE . . . . . . . . . Free cocoa after parade, Bake Sale MERRITT COMMUNITY BAND after the parade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foyer at the Civic Centre SANTA LAND opens after the parade . . . .8:00 - 9:30pm, Civic Centre FESTIVAL OF TREES after the parade . . . . . . . . . . Downtown Merritt

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING, DOWNTOWN MERRITT

Saturday, November 30 CRAFT FAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00am -4:00pm, Civic Centre CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS CRAFT MAKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :30am- 2:30pm, Civic Centre SANTA LAND . . . . . . 0:00 - 11:30am & 1:00 - 3:00pm, Civic Centre BAKE SALE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tart at 0 am, Baillie House

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VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Canadians chose minority government to see co-operation, compromise in Ottawa By this time next week, it is expected that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau DAN ALBAS will have View from the announced HILL his cabinet choices for the upcoming 43rd Parliament.

In turn the opposition parties will also announce their respective official critics in response.

The first week of December, Canada’s 43rd Parliament will be convened to elect the Speaker followed by the Liberal minority government delivering its first speech from the throne – an outline of the government’s priorities.

The content of the throne speech is still unknown, although this past week the prime minister has been meeting with leaders of the other opposition parties as well as some provincial leaders.

As I mentioned in an earlier report, it is important to recognize that the prime minister only requires the support of one of the three major parties in order to secure enough votes to prevent the government from falling.

For opposition parties, while it is easy to oppose, there must also be awareness that if all of the three major opposition parties oppose the Liberal minority government, it would fall and trigger an election.

I believe that Canadians elected a minority government in order to see greater co-operation and compromise in Ottawa.

The throne speech presents an opportunity for the prime minister

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Grey hair doesn’t mean life’s over Back, back, way back when 30 seemed old, my generation (nod to Pete Townshend) was told never to trust anybody over that margin of decay.

This was odd, because by the arrival of the 1970s our leaders and role models like John Lennon were starting to cross the line, if they lived long enough.

Some of us were blessed with the opportunity to follow them, but other barriers loomed: JAMES IRVING 40, 50, 65 . . . It’s to be hoped that, by the later dates at least, we learned to stop worrying Old Dog about it.

NEW GIG It is true that as the decades pile up behind us, the likelihood of many more decades decreases. My own parents enjoyed early retirement, taking dance lessons and free university courses and cross-country skiing in the orchards around their then-home, volunteering as canvassers for community causes.

They seemed to go to a lot of funeral lunches. Each of them became the last living of their siblings, and gradually the years started to show – eyesight problems, knee and hip problems, the list grew.

The issues became life-threatening, and the range of activity grew less.

They perhaps could have kept rolling a little longer, but I was out West and not making enough money to go back to visit every year, so I can’t be certain.

I do know that I can’t shut myself down because at some arbitrary point I’m over the proverbial hill.

Many of my peers and high school classmates still ride motorcycles – some took it up in “mid-life.” I understand; I never rode a Harley decker, or wished to, but riding used to be the most fun I’d ever had. I once met a 50-something nun who rode a 750-cc BMW and believed it was a good way

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to engage the created world with all your senses.

Probably, there’s truth to that, and “better to burn out than it is to rust,” and so on. I can feel the pull of wheels and engines, even now, but I decided after surviving a brain-injury crash and riding again, that there were better things, for me, to do with the life and talents I’d received. I wanted to use writing and teaching, in particular, to help and encourage other people.

We all have gifts to give our world: at some point, time may take them away, but until then, let’s push for the limit.

As I’ve been telling my kids, lately, “DGU – don’t give up!”

To snow, or not to snow?

There’s snow on them-thar hills! Recent flicks of wet snow remind the writer of the changes in attitude that may come with time.

In childhood, snow meant sledding and Christmas and waking up to drifted white magic – maybe even a day off school! Outdoor skating depended on long cold spells, not always common in the Annapolis Valley in the ‘60s.

To the young adult, it meant prepping the cross-country skis with pine tar and greasing up the three-pin boots, eager for even a little of the white stuff.

You’d still hardly notice the wet clothing and footwear to dry, the mud when melting days came.

To the parent of young kids, it meant a second look at all those early joys – but maybe a day off school wasn’t quite as thrilling. Neither were racks of soggy snowsuits. Snow also meant struggling off to work in frozen slush, plugging in the car – Alberta being home by then . . .

Later still, we began to understand why seniors became “snowbirds.”

Warm and sunny year-round had its appeal, after all. With family in Southern California, accommodations were fairly cheap, too.

So – Merritt? Well, we’ll see; I didn’t get my golf clubs out much this summer, either.

Happy sledding, skiing, snowmobiling, all you snow fans.

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Albas working NDP must act to save on regional forestry, rural communities issues LETTERS

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Editor,

I am writing you today to inform about the devastating effects of insufficient government action on a major issue in my riding, and across BC. The forestry industry is in the fight of its life, and it is not winning the battle. Only strong government action can save it now.

The loss of over 10,000 jobs in the forestry industry is devastating to workers and their families.

The ability of forestry workers to help provide for their families is being seriously impeded by a lack of government action. A $69 million fund is simply insufficient. More resources are needed to tackle this complex issue.

Handouts are not what is needed to fix the forestry industry. A healthy forestry industry with sustainable economic growth and employment, made possible by direct government action, is what is needed.

The NDP government has the opportunity to make these changes and provide secure tenure for local mills, and to lower stumpage fees to make logging affordable once again. Currently, five major licensees are controlling the forestry industry.

At least 12 smaller local mills also need fibre, including Aspen Planers which has mills in Merritt, Savona and Lillooet. This can be changed.

A significant source of this $69 million in funding comes from the suspension of the Rural Dividend Grant, an essential grant for rural communities that wish to diversify their economy.

Suspending this grant to provide funding for a different issue disproportionately affecting rural BC is the wrong decision. The Rural Dividend Grant is an essential resource to rural communities who rely on it to fund major projects which often go on to benefit the entire region or province.

To quote Premier John Horgan, while on the campaign trail at the closed Tolko mill site in Merritt in 2017, “There’s a range of tools available to the provincial government. We can make sure we step in when a community is in distress and have someone there to ensure that we’re looking at: what are the cost and consequences for the mill? Is it a fibre question? Can we get more fibre to the mill? I don’t believe any of those discussions took place.”

I don’t believe those discussions are taking place within government currently.

There are indeed a range of tools available to the provincial government. I urge the NDP government to take immediate action to save the forestry industry, get our workers back to work, reinstate the Rural Dividend Grant, and support rural BC. Jackie Tegart MLA, Fraser Nicola

From Page 6 to reflect that sentiment, or it may also be used to gain the support of one opposition party at the expense of others in a more divisive manner.

At this point, I am working on future private member’s legislation as well as preparing issues of local importance to raise with new cabinet ministers, once they have been announced.

It is also my intention to work with our Okanagan MPs on a regional level to address areas of common concern such as the threat of invasive species to Okanagan Lake from freshwater mussels.

The struggles of the B.C. forest sector and the loss of

local lumber mill jobs is another concern, more so as we increasingly see BC forest companies investing and creating new jobs in the United States.

These situations affect all of us and hopefully within a minority government, front and backbench MPs can better work together across party lines to see more results being achieved and fewer photo-ops staged for political reasons.

This leads to my question for this week: On the local or regional level. what challenges do you see where increased leadership from the federal government can play a role?

I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl.gc.ca or call toll free 1-800665-8711.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS CHANGES REQUIRED

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The Upper Nicola Band has reached an agreement with Trans Mountain regarding its pipeline expansion and has accordingly withdrawn its court appeal, the two parties recently announced in a joint press release.

UNB Chief Harvey McLeod used the release as an opportunity to clarify the scope of his and the band’s agreement with the project, stating that the deal they struck was “the best deal possible under the circumstances” and that, “The bottom line is that the Consultation process needs to change.”

Still, despite what he described as “a number of significant issues” with Canada’s record of respectful, consentbased dialogue with UNB and the wider Sylix Nation, he spoke with more optimism about their future work with Trans Mountain in particular.

“We look forward to working with Trans Mountain to implement this agreement honour-

“We look forward to working with Trans Mountain to implement this agreement honourably and in good faith,” says Chief Harvey McLeod. Photo courtesy of Kinder Morgan.

ably and in good faith,” he said.

With regards to UNB, Trans Mountain President and CEO Ian Anderson stated in the joint release that the company “deeply respects Upper Nicola Band and shares their vision of a strong and flourishing community.”

He added that they also share the goals of “providing economic and environmental stewardship opportunities through the expansion project.”

The new agreement offers UNB “resourcing to support Upper Nicola being more actively involved in emergency response

and monitoring through the life of the project,” according to the joint press release, thereby “establishing a relationship with a strong foundation for addressing environmental, archaeological and cultural heritage concerns.”

UNB’s withdrawal of its appeal leaves Coldwater Indian Band as the only Nicola Valley First Nation with an outstanding appeal of the Trans Mountain expansion project.

Chief Lee Spahan has stated in the past that he objects to Trans Mountain’s methods of study and consultation: “What we want is an accurate study that has

the full details, all the data and all the information that is needed.

They expect to do it in an expedited fashion. I don’t consider that consultation.”

As of Nov. 15, Trans Mountain has said that it has no update on communications with Coldwater Indian Band, and Chief Spahan could not be reached for comment.

Mayor Linda Brown remains hopeful that the pipeline project will see new life with this agreement, but she says that she respects the right of every band to make and hold to its own decision on the matter.

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Hockey with Heart takes place Dec. 7, this year, with enthusiastic local volunteers collecting food donations for the food bank Kim McLean, of Merritt Property Management, is co-ordinating the effort for the second year. She aims to beat last year’s record-setting collection drive.

“There used to be a food bank drive,” she explains, but it disappeared. The Cents and Century 21 stepped in as sponsors.

“I’m hoping to make it a lot more fun for the volunteers,” McLean says. “Last year, they just froze out there.”

More fun means not only feeding the crew, but goodie bags and prizes and loads of “thanks and appreciation.”

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It’s that time again.

The Merritt community Christmas tree has been cut down, and Nicola River Ranch is bringing it in and setting it up in Spirit Square.

If the glowing lights don’t get the Christmas spirit bubbling, Monday, Nov. 25, at 6 p.m., maybe the singing and free hot chocolate will help.

And, along with the lights, the community Christmas tree will be covered in donated hats, socks and mittens, to be distributed to needy neighbours – now that’s Christmas spirit!

All that is just the beginning of Merritt Country Christmas Week. From Monday, Nov. 25, through Sunday, Dec. 1, Merritt is launching the season in real Country Christmas style.

Tuesday’s tinsel-time, with the Festival of Trees decorating downtown.

Wednesday, Love to Dance Academy has two glittering recitals at the Merritt Civic Centre, a matinee at 1 p.m., and an evening show of The Magical Snowglobe at 7 p.m. Doors for both open an hour early.

Doors open early again Thursday, for the Country Christmas Community Concert, with all-volunteer, local talent taking the Civic Centre stage at 7 p.m.

The giving spirit runs right through the whole week. “Nobody’s paid to do any of this,” emphasizes organizing committee member Carrie Ware. “They’re all volunteers. Everyone’s putting their own time and energy into it.”

The bottom line of all that effort: “Everything is free for the members of the community.”

Longtime committee volunteer Jack Polmans underscores the same

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message: “It’s all local talent, in all our concerts and recitals.”

That means, “if you can’t afford it, you can always come.”

Friday, the Merritt Civic Centre offers a craft fair from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Crowds will want to come out Friday evening for the 2019 Merritt Country Christmas Santa Claus Parade.

Carrie Ware said by the afternoon of Nov. 18, organizers already had 22 entries with paperwork complete: “Better than last year,” and plenty more promising to sign up.

“It’s a huge undertaking, but it’s awesome!”

At least at times in

its history, the Merritt parade has been one of the largest night parades in North America, Ware said.

One thing will be different at the 2019 Santa Claus Parade, Jack Polmans wants to make clear: “The route has changed.

Instead of turning at the Royal Bank, it goes straight through to Blair (Street).”

After the parade, Baillie House has free cocoa and a bake sale. The Community Band will strike some Christmas notes in the Merritt Civic Centre foyer, and Santa Land opens in the centre from 8 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

Meanwhile, down-

town still glows with the Festival of Trees.

Saturday, the craft fair returns to the Merritt Civic Centre, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Children can make Christmas crafts from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Santa Land opens at the centre at 10 a.m.11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Baillie House has its bake sale starting at 10 a.m.

If all that’s not enough to make Merritt feel like Christmas, you can breakfast with Santa himself at the Civic Centre, 10 a.m.-noon, and skate with the old elf at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS BEING PREPARED

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Merritt Fire Rescue Department is taking action to reduce the city’s wildfire risk as part of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), administered under the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM)since 2016.

A $105,500 Community Resiliency Investment grant application City Council approved Nov. 12 will allow the “stem reduction” program to continue in a 17-hectare area above Allen Road on the Bench, Fire Chief David Tomkinson explains.

“Fuel management” – altering fuel loads to reduce “aggressive fire behaviour” – includes cleaning up forested areas, pruning and cutting back understorey.

The work “creates a healthier forest, reduces fuel load and crowns of trees touching” – cutting the chance of a “crown fire,” when a blaze leaps between treetops.

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The department already received a $70,000 grant this year which will see crews do the management work in an area “just below” the proposed Allen Road site, starting in spring 2020.

The department continues to build its relationship with the community through education and FireSmart community outreach work, spearheaded by new Fire Life Safety Educator Krista Minar.

BYLAW COMPLIANCE

The City of Merritt would be able to mail notice of bylaw violations to visitors and outof-town property owners under a new system that City Council discussed Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Currently, bylaw tickets must be delivered in person.

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one of the services we offer,” Chief Tomkinson says. Self-assessment guides are also available.

Private home risk assessments are available at no cost to the homeowner: “It’s just

enforcement procedures, councillors heard.

The provincial government would have to set up regulations for the change to take effect.

The plan would increase bylaw compliance and enforceability, said Sean Smith, corporate services director.

“I strongly disagree (with this plan),” local resident Craig Gray said during a public input period. He argued it would take disputing a ticket out of the courts and hand it to a City employee as adjudicator.

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TNRD Nicola Valley South director Herb Graham said a group of residents in the Merritt area are pushing the larger vision to promote tourism in the region.

“It’s all about marketing the Nicola Valley,” Graham told KTW. The area is home to myriad trails and the idea is to connect them all under a single name for snowshoeing, cycling and other activities.

The idea for the trail emerged four years ago between the Thompson-Okanagan Tourism Association and Merritt Mountain Biking Association.

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The ThompsonNicola Regional District is requesting land from the province as part of the first steps toward establishing a 70-kilometre trail from Merritt to Spences Bridge.

The regional district board has approved an application to the province for tenure to develop a two-kilometre stretch between Merritt and the Lower Nicola Indian Band.

If successful, the TNRD would construct and maintain the non-motorized trail, which would follow a historic rail bed.

A society was formed, sponsored by the local Rotary club.

Chair Darch Oborne said the area is “phenomenal” for mountain biking.

“The change in environment from the trees around Merritt and the greenery going all the way down through the Nicola Valley, we rode it to the hoodoos and sagebrush and arid conditions of Spences Bridge,” he said.

“It’s unequalled in terms of a tourism, family activity.”

The society has been raising awareness about the idea, comparing it to the Kettle Valley Trail in the

Okanagan.

However, Graham noted, the project could face roadblocks securing land, including with four First Nations. About 25 kilometres of the trail goes through band land and lease of the land will be required, with only casual discussions having occurred.

“Nothing is for sure yet,” Graham said.

“We don’t have it yet, but we’re moving forward.”

Oborne expects the application to the province will take about six months. If that is secured, the society will raise funds and move ahead with the first leg of the trail.

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Fantastical glitz, cozy comfort arrive in Merritt with Magical Snowglobe Madeline Baker CONTRIBUTED

Where can someone in Merritt experience the glitz and excitement of international travel, the fantastical magic of a night at the theatre, and the cozy comfort of a Christmas spent with loved ones, all without leaving the city limits?

Love to Dance Studios will offer an opportunity for residents to do just that on Wednesday, Nov. 27, when they present The Magical Snowglobe as part of Merritt’s Country Christmas.

The Magical Snowglobe explores many different cultures and their own unique styles of dance by transforming the stage into the title snowglobe – with each “shake,” a flurry of snow rises and falls to reveal a new scene.

Fifteen unique dance numbers in total promise to make the event a journey to remember.

This concept came to studio owner Lizette Nel and tap instructor Tricia Graham when they put their heads together to develop a suitably magical theme for their recital, and one that would also incorporate global flair and down-home

“Country Christmas” togetherness.

By choosing a wintry collectable souvenir as their setting, the two were able to combine all of their wishes into a performance featuring everything from Italian tambourine dancers to Broadway-style Rockettes to – naturally – Interior B.C.’s own cowgirls.

After that whirlwind of travel, all the dancers come together for a finale that 15-year-old ballerina Abigail Bateson describes as a celebration of the achievement this show represents for all the team.

“In the end, everybody comes in for the finale like, ‘We did it!

Good job, everybody!’

– not just like, ‘It’s over.’

It’s big and fun.”

Instructor Nel adds that the dancers resemble children in what she describes as the “Love to Dance family,” which also makes the finale a family gathering after all their adventures so that they can spend Christmas together.

The “Love to Dance family” first came together in 2012, when retiring dance instructor Linda Sanford put out an international call for a Royal Academy of

Dance teacher to fill her role. Nel answered the call and relocated from South Africa to Merritt that winter.

“We began that December with 12 little ballet students,” Nel recalls, “and then it just grew, and we were able to develop and add different dance styles.”

Today the studio offers many programs for children, adults, and seniors alike, and for many different levels of involvement in dance, though Nel does clarify that the classes shouldn’t be considered drop-ins.

“Even if [the class] is recreational, there must be some progression.

It’s not just coming here and moving around – they always learn something.”

For serious students with an eye to their futures, Love to Dance offers the opportunity for dancers to take various exams and earn medals at the international standard for their style.

That quality shines through in their performances, 13-year-old Megan Voigt says, so much that even professional performers couldn’t shake her confidence during one of the studio’s field trips.

“When I went to

New York, I realized that we’re not just small-town good – we’re really good.

Good enough to fit in with the people there.”

Love to Dance’s family also includes flamenco and jazz instructor Vanessa van Rensburg, and wardrobe mistress Maria Thuveson.

Together, they plan to bring Merritt a night – and afternoon, with their matinee performance – that also meets international standards.

The Magical Snowglobe plays on Nov. 27 at the Civic Centre as part of Merritt’s Country Christmas.

Doors open at 12 p.m., for the matinee, and at 6 p.m., for the evening performance.

Merritt’s Country Christmas Week 2019 will also feature the official tree light-up on Nov. 25, a concert featuring the Merritt Community Choir Nov. 28, the Christmas parade Nov. 29, and a craft fair Nov. 29 and 30.

Admission for all Country Christmas events is free with the option to make a donation.

More information on these events can be found at tourismmerritt. ca on their community calendar.

Merritt Love to Dance dancers putting in many hours of practice prior to the big event being held nex Wednesday at the Merritt Civic Centre. Madeline Baker/Contributor

GIVING BACK

Last chance to fill boxes for kids James Irving THE MERRITT HERALD

Operation Christmas Child winds up its collection drive in Merritt next week, Nov. 17-23.

The annual charity drive describes itself as a “hands-on way for Canadians to bless struggling children in the developing world.” It’s organized

by Samaritan’s Purse Canada.

Operation Christmas Child lets donors fill shoeboxes with gift items including toys, hygiene items (no toothpaste or lotions), school supplies, etc. Local merchants have featured

displays highlighting the campaign.

Merritt’s Diane Clark says, “Six hundred boxes are out there somewhere.” Now they just have to get them filled and delivered on time.

A $10 donation along with each box covers shipping and other costs.

Packed boxes can be dropped off at the Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church (by Rotary Park) any morning this week from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The packing up and shipping of all donated boxes will occur after the morning church

PUBLIC FORUM to be held at NICOLA VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY’S Merritt campus on

November 26 from 6 - 8 pm at the NVIT’s Lecture Theatre Riley and Amy Madill help grandparents James and Diane Clark of Merritt with some of the shoeboxes for this year’s Operation Christmas Child collection in the community. The 2019 drive wraps up Nov. 23,with packed boxes shipping out Nov. 24, from Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church. James Irving/Herald

service on Nov. 24.

Organizers thank all those who so lovingly

packed Christmas shoeboxes for needy children around the world.

Merritt RCMP are opening up a dialogue with residents about the struggles both parties face in working together for the betterment of their shared community. So be sure to come out and be part of the solution. Working together will get better results.

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Kagan hat trick leads Merritt to 5-3 win Jared Thomas CONTRIBUTOR

Merritt Centennials earned a split on their Island Road Swing, this past weekend, dropping a result against the Victoria Grizzlies 6-3, but rebounding with a comeback against the Surrey Eagles 5-3.

The Grizzlies game represented a chance to break out of the BCHL basement, but the Centennials didn’t bring the same “compete” they had the previous weekend against Salmon Arm, and they found themselves in a hole early.

Henri Schreifels was able to break a two-game Grizzlies scoring slump just 1:09 into the game, and Cody Monds beat Tanner Marshall at the 7:17 mark to get an early 2-0 lead for Victoria.

Fresh face Hunor Torzsok scored in just his third game as a Cent as he deflected a Talon

Zakall point shot to get the Cents within one, but defenceman Isack Bandu of the Grizzlies answered on the next shift to make it 3-1.

Heading into the third the Cents were looking to come back, but Grizzlies captain Marty Westhaver beat Merritt’s Marshall on a broken play.

Merritt leading scorer Josh Kagan beat Grizzlies goalie Howe on a centering feed from Daniel Tkac to make it 4-2 with 7:30 gone in the third.

Victoria’s Monds added his second of the game, but Talon Zakall gained his second point of the contest to get the Cents back within two at 5-3, with just over eight minutes to play.

With their net empty, the Cents couldn’t push for the equalizer and surrendered an empty-net goal. Tanner Marshall gave up five goals on 24 shots in the losing effort.

Merritt Centennials come home to NVMA this weekend. Jared Thomas/Herald

Next afternoon in Surrey, the Centennials decided to start affiliate goaltender Carter Woodside, from the Princeton Posse, and the gamble paid off.

Just 20 seconds in, Merritt’s Christian Buono went to the box, and Woodside had a trial by fire to start his first game. The Cents killed off the penalty with the

help of some key stops from their rookie netminder, and Woodside and opposing goaltender Cal Schell held it scoreless through one period of play.

In the second, some of the big horses for the Eagles got loose as leading scorer Holden Katzalay managed to score his 15th and 16th goals of the season on

quality passing plays that fooled the Cents defence.

The Cents had plenty of chances of all varieties but just could not solve Cal Schell and headed into the third trailing 2-0.

The final frame saw the Cents and leading scorer Josh Kagan finally come to life. At the 5:41 mark he was quickly able to roof a puck off a centering feed from Joey Berkopec in the corner to make it 2-1.

The Eagles answered with a goal from Gabe Schovanek, but that couldn’t deter the Cents.

One of Merritt’s hardestworking lines broke into the offensive zone and Thomas Manty fed centre Chase Nameth, who found Wyatt Marlow streaking hard to the left side of the net.

He was able to pop it past Schell to get the Cents back within one at 3-2.

Jake McLean would score his first as a Cent

just two minutes later as he was able to poke a centering feed from Payton Matsui just inside the post past Schell to tie the game 3-3.

Kagan wasn’t done for the night. He was broken down the left side by newest Cent Christian Buono, and Kagan fired one top corner, short side on Schell to give the Cents their first lead of the game at 4-3.

Kagan iced it with a hat trick goal into the empty net to complete the comeback and a huge five-goal period for the Cents.

Upon arriving home, the Cents picked up Jerzy Orchard (01) from the Saskatoon Blades of the WHL. He played hockey last season with the Kamloops Blazers, picking up four points in 46 games. He added an assist in 11 games with the Blades this year.

Merritt’s director of hockey operations, John

Stuart, says he’s thrilled to have Orchard back.

“Jerzy is a player I have followed for two years in Kamloops. He brings the things we want in a Centennials player: he’s extremely hard working, has a high hockey IQ, and plays with a little sandpaper.

He has a great attitude, has leadership qualities, and is a team-first player.

The team is very excited to have him.”

The Cents head into this weekend’s action out of the BCHL basement, now sitting in 16th place with 13 points on virtue of tiebreakers and fewer games played than the West Kelowna Warriors.

They’ll look to add some distance between themselves and the basement this weekend when they take on the Prince George Spruce Kings and Wenatchee Wild at home. Both games are 7 p.m. starts at the NVMA.

Atom development takes Senior volleyball girls in action second in weekend tourney The Atom-age development Cents were looking for a breakout game in a Salmon Arm tournament this past weekend, after going 0 and 3 in regular season play this year.

They got it on Friday by demolishing the host team Salmon Arm 9-4.

Travis King delivered the offence, scoring four goals. According to Coach Pickering, “ Kinger probably would have scored double if he had a little more tape on the bottom of his stick.”

The Cents’ second game was bright and early Saturday morning against Semiahmoo. A lot of penalties by the Cents kept the game close, but with solid defence and a hat trick by Ethan Pickering they prevailed 4-3.

Later that day they faced North Vancouver and controlled the game from the start with a 3-1 victory, improving their record to 3-0 and taking second place overall in the tournament.

On Sunday, the Cents faced a tough West Kelowna squad, losing 6-1 in the semifinal.

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Merritt Secondary’s senior girls’ volleyball team hosted the West Zone championship and defeated the Westsyde Whundas from Kamloops in three straight sets.

This qualified the Merritt Panthers for the Okanagan championships in Kelowna this past weekend.

The team defeated the Princess Margaret Mustangs from Penticton to advance to the playoff round.

The Panthers lost to the Summerland Rockets, who would make it to the championship final.

Back Row: (left to right) Mackenzie Miller, Isabelle Heard, Breanna Ouellet, Willow Littlejohn, Amber Webster, Katie Klassen. Front Row: (left to right) Lenessa Seward, Niah Prowal, Megan Dunsmore, Neleah Chillihitzia, Brooklyn Nicholls, Lexus Thomas. Missing: Coaches: Dwayne Suzuki and Rob Dunsmore. Dwayne Suzuki/Submitted

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BAILLIE HOUSE FLEA MARKET

November 19th to November 30th the Baillie House Flea Market will be open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Lots of Christmas decor and gift ideas for sale.

Come and check us out.

For more information call 378-0349.

THE MAGICAL SNOWGLOBE

Love To Dance Academy invites you to a Festive Global Dance Adventure on November 27, 2019 at the Merritt Civic.

FREE entry. Matinee show starts at 1pm.

Doors open at 12noon.

Evening show starts at 7pm. Doors open at 6pm. More info: 250 936 9011 or ltdadance@ gmail.com.

MERRITT DRUM CONNECTION

Please check out Merritt Drum Connection on Facebook for Tuesday evening dates for music circles and drum lessons.

For registration and to borrow a drum phone 250-318-0963 . We start 6:30 p.m. at NVCAC Courthouse. Drop ins welcome!

RED CROSS

The Red Cross Equipment Loan depot is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10:00 a.m. untll Noon. Please bring a completed Referral Form from your health care provider to the hospital if you need medical equipment.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Hours are 1

p.m to ? Tuesday through Saturday . Come join us Saturdays for our meat draw. Guests always welcome and will be signed in by a member.

ELKS BINGO

Every Wednesday. Doors open at 11 a.m. and games start at 1 p.m.

DROP IN CENTER FOR ELDERS

The Conayt Friendship Society located at 1964 Quilchena Ave. has a drop-in center for Elders every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Snacks and light lunches are provided. Elders are welcome to assist in preparing menu and lunch.

A sign-in sheet is at the front office. Elders can provide suggested menus and lunch to reception at the attention of the executive director.

HOSPICE

AA

AA meetings are held every Monday at noon at the United Church, 1899 Quilchena Ave.

MERRRITT SENIORS CURLING

Meet Mondays and Tuesdays from 1 - 3 pm from October 16 until March. If you are 50 and over you are welcome to come join the fun. For more information call George at 250-3786779 or Dee at 250378-5821.

MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE

Anyone wanting to research their family trees may contact Al Thompson at 250-2129868. We will open the family history centre by appointment only.

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., pool tables open.

Wednesday: floor curling 1 p.m., free swim at the pool 9 - 10 a.m., court whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Second and fourth Thursdays physically challenged floor curling, pool opens at 1 p.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, executive meeting at 10 a.m. Last Friday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 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 infor please call 250-3783763.

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Merritt Hospice is calling for volunteers to support palliative care clients and their families and to support those who are grieving. Volunteers are also needed for administrative duties such a fund raising, community events and to serve as board members. Contact Jill Sanford at 250-3784577 for more info

RED CROSS

Merritt Health Equipment Loan Program is looking for volunteers .. You will work with another volunteer who will train you in Red Cross procedures.. Please contact us at (250) 378-3269 or download a volunteer application from the Red cross website at https:// www.redcross.ca/volunteer/apply-now

FAMILY HISTORY

Literacy Merritt & Nicola Valley Society is looking for volunteer tutors for the One to One elementary school reading program. For more information email literacymerritt@gmail.com or phone 250-378-7844.

Masons meet every 4th Monday of the month.

SHRINERS

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

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.

OLD TIME FIDDLERS

The group is actively seeking new members, all instruments welcome but an interest in and appreciation of old-time country music is desirable. The group partakes in two major outings: the Harmon Lake camp-out along with the famous Old Time Fiddlers auction and Christmas party. The goal will be to have monthly music jam sessions. Call 250-2807385 for more info.

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-

Born outside of Canada?

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 / min@kcris.ca.

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. For info email: darchoborne@hotmail.com

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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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.

MERRITT PICKLEBALL CLUB

Play Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 11:30 a.m. at CMS gym., Tuesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., at the Merritt Civic Centre and Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the CMS gym. Come for fun and exercise, drop-ins welcome. Demo paddles and instruction available.

For more information, please contact Gary 250280-0105 or Ayton 250378-5691.

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meetings are held every Monday from 7-8 p.m. at the United Church hall, 1899 Quilchena Ave.

MERRITT ARMY CADETS, ages 12-18,

Tuesday from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm. 1755 Coldwater Ave. Free. For more info please contact Tracy 250 378 4722.

THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF CANADA

Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-378-4195 for more information.

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.

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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Marj Street

Norma (nee Green)

January 6, 1957 ~ November 8, 2019

Jan. 13, 1945 – Oct. 30, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Laura Besse (nee Macdougall) at her home in Nanaimo BC on 29 Oct 2019 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Laura is predeceased by her parents Walter and Violet Yates, her sister Joanne Dyment, and loving husband Dave Besse.

She will be lovingly missed and always in the hearts of her children, Jim, Pam (Andy), Colin and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, her new and lifelong friends alike.

Laura was a great listener and she loved without reservation.

Her kindness and compassion will be greatly missed.

To our mother who raised us Thank you is never enough, She died as she lived, Loved by all.

It is with the saddest of hearts that the family of Carol Norma Hicketts, in her 74th year, announces her passing away with her family at her side in the ICU ward at Royal Inland Hospital on Wednesday, October 30th at 11pm.

Carol was born on January 13th 1945 in Fort William, Ontario. She graduated from the Medical Lab Technology program in November 1965 and worked at McKellar General Hospital in Thunder Bay. In October 1970 she, and her family, relocated to Kamloops BC where she worked as a laboratory technician at Royal Inland Hospital. After leaving RIH she then worked at Inland Labs. In 1989 she changed careers and began working for Kelly Girl Temporary Service. She made numerous contacts working for Kelly Girls which eventually lead to her final career working for Nicola Ranch and the Canadian Fallow Deer Farm. In 1993 she relocated to Merritt BC where she was the Office Manager until her retirement in 2012. She took great pride in learning the new life of working and living on a ranch.

Left to mourn the loss of Carol’s presence but still celebrate the life she shared are children: Michael (Lee-Gaye), Jeff (Kelly); the love of her lives, her two beloved grandsons Joseph and Matthew; sibilings: Marilyn Wilson (Reg), Robert Green (Sonia) and Susan Green (Darin Walbaum); nieces and nephew: Gavin Wilson (Amanda), Lauren Burrows (Mike), Bethany Takacs (Will), and Kristin Green; 4 great nieces and a great nephew.

She was predeceased by her mother Florence and James Green Carol was a devoted mother and grandmother.

When she was healthy she loved to knit, tend to a large garden, shop at the Bay and sit in the hockey stands cheering on Mike and Jeff in the winter and in the bleachers at the ball parks during the summers. But as her health declined she spent more time indoors – following her grandsons sporting events – from Hockey to Referring she could tell you every stat on every team that they were both involved with. She was able to make a trip to Victoria to watch Joe live in a WHL game and see Matt ref the Merritt Centennials in a BCHL game.

We would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses in ICU Unit at Royal Inland Hospital for their kindness and caring in looking after Carol’s in her final days.

We would like invite you to a Celebration of Carol’s Life on Friday Nov 22nd from 2-4pm at the Merritt Senior Center 1675 Tutill Crt Merritt, BC She will be laid to rest in the summer of 2020 in Thunder Bay, On Condolences may be sent to the family at DrakeCremation.com

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It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Marj Street.

5 Marj was born in Merritt on January 6th, 1957, and died in Merritt on November Novembe 8th, 2019 after a hard fought battle with cancer.

As a kid, Marj grew up in Lower Nicola, helping her mom May, and dad George run the Nelson family riding stables. Her job was taking out dudes day in and day out, she had many great, funny stories from those days. Later on she met the love of her life Ken, moved to town and worked many various jobs, from tree planting, to Saans Store, butcher helper at Overwaitea Foods, and chambermaiding at a couple local hotels.

Marj was tiny, but had a larger than life personality, quickly making an impression on those she met. She will be fondly remembered for her infectious laugh, her feisty attitude, and her kindness and compassion towards others.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 43 years Ken, her daughter Jodi, son in law Jeremy, her greatest joys, her grandkids Kyra ( Bean ) and Brett (Bert). She will also be greatly missed by her Best Friend Rita, Brother Donnie and family, Sister in law Marcia (LULU), Joanne, Brother in law Fred (Denise), Brian, and countless nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Stacey Miller of PG Cancer Clinic, Dr. Ross, Dr. Edmonds, Coquihalla Gillis House, and numerous support staff along moms journey.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Childrens Hospital, or BC Cancer Society.

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EDUCATION ASSISTANT N’kwala School is currently seeking an Education Assistant to provide support to the classroom teacher.

The successful applicant will work with a number of students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, but the majority of hours in this position will be spent working with primary aged students.

Term Position: Immediately to June 25, 2020 Hours of work: Monday to Friday (9:00am-3:00pm) Rate of pay: negotiable dependent on experience Duties Include but are not limited to: Student support and supervision - Assist the teacher to ensure the classroom is a quality learning environment - Supervise and/or instruct students, under the direction of the teacher - Supervise during recess, lunch, and other noninstruction periods - Provide behaviour support for students, including: o Assisting in the development of necessary behavioural objectives o Carrying out specific behavioural plans for individual students o Dealing with aggressive and self-abusive behaviour from students toward self and others - Prepare materials in readiness for classroom instruction and with individual educational programs Indirect Support - Perform other work of equal importance, difficulty and responsibility and requiring comparable qualifications, as required by the Principal or teacher(s) Desired Qualifications • High school diploma and related post-secondary education preferred (eg. Education Assistant Diploma) • Experience working in a school and/or with children and youth would be an asset • Energetic, hardworking and enjoy working with children are positive features. • Criminal record check requirements • First Aid training For any questions or to submit an application, please contact: Stacy Zakall Principal, N’kwala School Email: principal@uppernicola.com Phone: 250-350-3370 Box 3700, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Deadline for Applications: Open until filled We thank everyone for their applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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INTERIM (4 MONTHS) SOCIAL

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DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

January 1, 2020 to May 1, 2020 (4 months) Hours of Work – Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Hours of Work – Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Job description/duties: (summarized version) Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Coldwater Indian Band policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by the Band Administrator and maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the Coldwater Indian Band.

• Coordinates and facilitates group and individual meetings with Coldwater Band members to understand their needs for Social Development Programs and Services • Coordinates and administers the Coldwater Social Development Program Plan and individual Program Plans as approved • Supervises the performance of employees with a direct reporting relationship to the Social Development Coordinator, and develops individual employee training and development plans • Administers the human resources affairs of the Social Development Program in accordance with the approved Human Resource Policy and Programs • Administers the approved annual operating budget for the Social Development Program • Ensures that all Social Development Program employees have a current understanding of Program Policy • Liaises with Coldwater Band members to ensure the Social Development Programs and Services are meeting Band Members needs • Liaises with Community resources and Organizations in support of the Coldwater Band membership • Liaises with the Merritt business sector and employment agencies in support of clients seeking employment opportunities • Represents the Coldwater Indian Band with outside organizations as approved by the Band Administrator • Develops and maintains a database of community service providers and other professionals • Consults with Band Administration staff, Administrator, Chief and Council and Coldwater Community members to identify and analyze social and health concerns and needs and jointly plan and implement intervention strategies • Advocates for the rights and entitlements of Coldwater Community Members, including children, elders and families • Prepares and submits the required reporting to INAC and other funding agencies and related organizations • Develops and maintains a confidential record and client filing system for the Coldwater Indian Band Social Development Program and Services • Keeps the Band Administrator informed of sensitive and important issues and events affecting and relating to the operation of the Coldwater Social Development Program Qualifications: • Bachelor Degree of Social Work • Post-Secondary Courses and/or Formal Training in Substance Abuse/ Alcohol and Drug Counselling, Community Health, Family Violence, Supervision, Budgeting, Conflict Resolution, Facilitation and Critical Incident Management • Minimum 3 to 5 years - experience as a Band Social Worker • Experience in the development of proposals for funding and Social Development Policy • Excellent empathy for the needs of all Coldwater Band Members • Lifestyle consistent with the importance and responsibilities of the position • Excellent level of understanding/knowledge of related Government Policy and Regulations • Excellent Organization and planning skills • Excellent confidentiality/high level of demonstrated integrity • Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills • Strong Cultural sensitivity and understanding • Criminal Records check • Valid Drivers License, Driver’s Abstract and own transportation • Bondable Compensation: (3 to 5 days orientation week of December 16 to 20, 2019 with Social Development Team and Interim contract starts January 2, 2020 and ends May 1, 2020) Deadline: December 6, 2019 at noon Submit your resume and cover letter with reference names to: COLDWATER INDIAN BAND – H.R. COMMITTEE BOX 4600, MERRITT, BC V1K 1B8 Email: lantoine@coldwaterband.org or Fax: 250-378-5351 Thank you to those that apply, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. *****Pursuant to S.41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Aboriginal Applicants.

Job description/duties: (summarized version) Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Coldwater Indian Band policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by the Band Administrator and maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the Coldwater Indian Band. Implements the policies and manages the budget approved by the Chief and Council. Promotes services and discretionary activities and ensuring that the services and activities support efficient and effective operations. Uses independent judgement, within the authority of the position, in decisions that influence the operations of the House to ensure that the goals and objectives are met.

• Acts as a spokesperson and representative of the House • Leads the development and implementation of policies and procedures specific to the needs of the House not already addressed in the Bands general policies • Provides the Band Administrator with regular reports and any additional information, assessments and advice pertaining to the internal operations and/or external issues affecting the House as requested by Chief and Council from time to time • Ensures the proper coordination of all administrative, personnel and financial affairs in accordance with established General Band supplementary House policies • Ensures the operation of the House meets the expectations of its clients, Band Administrator, Chief and Council and Funders • Oversees the planning, implementation and evaluation of all programs and services • Ensures the programs and services contribute to the vision, mission, and philosophy of the House and reflects the priorities of the Chief and Council • Establishes a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation, regulations, policies and procedures and establishes a work schedule for all Transition House employees • Researches funding sources, oversees the development of fundraising plans and funding proposals and negotiates contracts with funding agencies and government departments • Oversees the administering of funds according to the approved budget and any approved modifications and/or transfers within delegated authority • Ensures the Band Administrator and Chief and Council receive regular financial and written status reports • Ensure maintenance and security of band and house tangible assets (building, vehicles and staff maintain vehicle locks) • Ensures open and cooperative communications with stakeholders regarding the work of the House and any need for changes to the Strategic direction • Liaises and builds relationships for federal and provincial government ministries, their agencies, other groups and/or individuals with interests related to the House • Represents the House and its programs to community resources, agencies, ministries and all other associations and organizations • Establishes and implements public awareness activities and informational materials with regard to adult abuse and neglect and the role of the House in safeguarding women and their children • Covers shifts for staff shortages as required Qualifications: • Post-Secondary Degree in related field in Social Work; Social Sciences; Public Administration or equivalent combination of education and work experience (i.e. related diploma (s) plus 5 years-experience) • Awareness of the dynamics of violence and abuse and evidence-based treatment responses • Awareness of issues related to First Nations women including the multigenerational effects of the Residential School Syndrome • Work under high-pressure conditions, independently and collaboratively within a First Nations, non-profit community setting • Computer Literate • Lifestyle consistent with the importance and responsibilities of the position • Excellent level of understanding/knowledge of related Government Policy and Regulations • Excellent Organization and planning skills • Excellent confidentiality/high level of demonstrated integrity • Vision, mission, philosophy, values and principals of the House • Strong Cultural sensitivity and understanding • Criminal Records check • Valid Drivers License, Driver’s Abstract and own transportation • Bondable

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