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ORANGE SHIRTS Community members marched along Highway 8 on Orange Shirt Day to honour the children who attended residential schools.

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GARDEN FRESH There was more than garlic to gander at this year’s Lower Nicola Garlic Festival.

Crafts, preserves, vintage cars, old farm equipment, vegetables fresh from the garden and of course garlic could be found at the park along with many smiling faces, and local entertainment. STORY /PAGE 5

CANDIDATE Q&A Find out what each of the federal candidates for the Central Okanagan Similkameen-Nicola riding have declared their top priority.

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CHIEF REFLECTS Lower Nicola Indian Band Chief Aaron Sumexheltza has taken a step back, but not away as he still hopes to secure a spot on council.

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RECONCILIATION WALK

Locals recognize Orange Shirt Day

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Mayor’s gala A large group of locals gathered at the civic centre on Sept.

27 for the Mayor’s Gala for the Arts, a fundraiser for the Nicola Valley Arts Council.

A group of approximately 40 people young and old marched in Lower Nicola on Sept. 30 to honour those who attended residential schools. Dara Hill/Herald

Annual event recognizes the harm done to generations of First Nations who attended residential schools.

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Drivers travelling along Highway 8 may have noticed a splash of orange alongside the road in Lower Nicola on Monday morning.

A group of

approximately 40 people, young and old, marched from the Lower Nicola Community Services Centre to Johnny’s on the Rez and back in recognition of Orange Shirt Day. Before they took off down the highway,

Madeline Lanaro spoke to the group about the importance of looking out for each other and having an open door policy for the community.

Drummers then offered a welcome song and led the group out on the

march to a song affirming that every child matters and that the community is still here, standing strong, today.

Orange Shirt Day encourages people across the country to recognize the experiences of former

Search ‘MAYORS GALA’ students of Indian Residential Schools and affirm a collective commitment to ensure that every child matters.

The annual event is a chance to acknowledge the hurtful past and to march forward towards reconciliation.

Vaping rules Health minister Adrien Dix said new regulations on vaping being prepared and a plan will be released in the next few weeks.

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TNRD reviews RV-living bylaw in name of safety Todd Sullivan KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

More and more people in the ThompsonNicola Regional District are using their recreational vehicles as permanent residences.

This has led to some concern from regional district staff as the practice is not entirely legal.

TNRD board chair Ken Gillis, who represents the area south and east of Kamloops, said that in addition to legitimate concerns, there has also been exaggeration and misunderstanding.

“We’re certainly not trying to make life difficult for people,” he said.

Gillis said that he has heard people use

the word “crackdown” to describe the planned response to the problem and suggestions that people could be evicted, noting neither are accurate.

“We can’t even do evictions,” he said.

The TNRD acts on complaints, Gillis said, so if there have been no complaints about

someone’s RV living situation, there won’t be a bylaw officer knocking on the door.

There is an existing bylaw that restricts the situations as to when one can live in a recreational vehicle, which Gillis said would be looked at to determine if it required any tweaking.

There are now a few instances when one can live in an RV on their property legally.

One such example is when the property owner has an active building permit and is awaiting construction on a home to be completed.

“I did the same thing myself when I built my

house in Pritchard,” Gillis said.

The bylaw will be examined by electoral area directors in October, with the plan to have it before the full board in Kamloops in November.

Gillis noted that the primary concern about RVs as permanent residences is that they

are not constructed to meet residential building codes and could therefore be unsafe for residents.

TNRD director of development services Regina Sadilkova estimated 100 RVs are permanently parked on rural property throughout the region, primarily on lakes.

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Regular Council Meeting - October 22, 2019

Committee of the Whole – Airport Master Plan - October 15, 2019

in the Mayor’s Office City HallDrop-In (secondwill floor), The NextatMayor be 2185 held Voght Street.

Committee of the Whole – Marketing Presentation - October 29, 2019

October 16th from 4 pm.

Interested citizens are welcome to 10 stopam by,- say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

Committee of the Whole – Budget - October 16, 2019 Committee of the Whole - Budget - October 30, 2019

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

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Small confined fires are permitted in zones R1, R2 and R8 only.

RECYCLING PROGRAM – BIN INSPECTIONS Throughout the month of October, City workers will be checking recycling bins prior to collection to ensure that only recyclable items are placed in recycling bins. Any bins containing non-recyclables will not be picked up. If your bin is not picked up, we will place a notice advising you of the specific item or items that will need to be removed to ensure collection the following week.

If you have questions about whether an item is recyclable, please visit www.rcbc.ca or www.recyclebc.ca.

We understand that these recycling checks can be frustrating for residents, especially since most residents work hard to recycle appropriately. We at the City take no satisfaction in this process, but we must work to address concerns raised in recent Recycle BC audits, which have turned up knives, clothes, shoes, sleeping bags, piles of toys, yard waste, full bags of garbage, a coffee machine and an iron, in addition to the usual culprits (glass, plastic bags and food contaminated items). We thank you for your patience and understanding.

Visit www.merritt.caor City Hall to pick up a permit application.

WATERING RESTRICTIONS REMOVED Residents are now permitted to water up to three days per week, based on civic address.

Odd numbered houses are permitted to water on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, and even numbered homes permitted to water on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Watering times are from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Automatic sprinkler systems are encouraged to water between 12:00 midnight and 4:00 a.m.

Washing cars and hand watering using a controlled flow nozzle is permitted at any time.

BE BEAR AWARE The City of Merritt would like to remind residents that this is the time of year that bear sightings increase as bears are preparing for hibernation. Every year, bear-human conflict occurs in our City, and in some cases, results in the destruction of bears. The City of Merritt asks that you do your part and manage your bear attractants such as: Garbage, food wastes, and accumulations of discarded fruit are just few.

THANK YOU! Thank you to everyone who assisted to organize the first annual Mayor’s Gala for the Arts. I am pleased to be Mayor of such a great community which supports Arts and Culture. I would like to thank all members of Merritt City Council, the Nicola Valley Arts Council, Past City of Merritt Mayors who attended, Michael Perkins and the Playmor Junction Big Band, MLA Jackie Tegart, MP Dan Albas, and all of our amazing event sponsors and volunteers for making this a great evening to celebrate the arts.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS STAFF CUT

Chamber of commerce lays off executive director Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

The Merritt and District Chamber of Commerce has become an entirely volunteer-run organization — at least for now.

The chamber announced on Sept.

26 they are suspending the executive director position, which

has been occupied by Meagan Preston since March of 2018.

“As a result of past financial debts acquired prior to 2018, the Merritt and District Chamber of Commerce board has made the difficult decision to arrange a temporary layoff of our executive director until such time as the financial circum-

stances of the chamber can be rectified, and support the return of a paid employee,” a statement from the chamber reads.

“Meagan has proven to be a valuable asset to the chamber, and has made great strides to assist the board in both clearing prior debt, and to breathe new life and purpose in to the

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Garlic festival continues to grow Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Merrittonians were treated to two full days of good music, beautiful crafts and, of course, delicious garlic over the weekend.

The annual Lower Nicola Garlic Festival and Antique Tractor Show took over Smith

Pioneer Park on Sept.

28 and 29.

Among the fresh fall produce, sweet honey, spicy spreads and colourful bath bombs, guests had the chance to taste a myriad of different types of garlic, from Red Russian to Spanish Benitee and everything in-between.

Donny Lean of

Blair Street Productions co-ordinated entertainment for the weekend, which featured a variety of local talent.

Lean said he received lots of positive feedback from spectators.

“The performers were great, very professional despite the cold temperatures,” he said.

chamber network. The board sincerely hopes to be in a much better financial position to re-engage her employment in the future.”

The board has put a call out to their members on ideas to generate sustainable revenue so the organization can stay in the black while supporting the business community in Merritt.

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VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Dividends diverted The annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention is usually a non-event for cosmopolitan TOM FLETCHER Vancouver.

A little more B.C. VIEWS downtown congestion added to the cruise ship traffic, an extra bump in already high hotel prices, more demand for taxis.

It’s usually a yawner for the city media too, lots of rural problems and dry financial discussions.

That changed briefly last week, as a convoy of hundreds of logging trucks descended on the downtown convention centre, from as far north as Prince George and down through the Cariboo and Okanagan-Similkameen. They honked and rolled for hours, getting brief attention from TV cameras.

The industry doesn’t seem very organized, one urban observer said. I replied that “the industry” in this case is out-of-work independent contractors spending hundreds of dollars they need for their next truck payment on fuel to stage the demonstration. With Premier John Horgan and his entire cabinet in town, they went for it.

The forest industry crisis was the talk of the convention, as small-town mayors and councillors arrived knowing the province had suspended a $25 million “rural dividend” grant program to fund relief for Interior communities that have lost their mills. The money is to bridge older workers to retirement and retrain others, as well as give grants to Quesnel, Chasm, Vavenby and Fort St. James to offer assistance.

Government’s response to a

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Action needed to protect steelhead In mid-September I spent three days with our BC Liberal Steelhead Caucus, visiting hatcheries and fisheries restoration projects and meeting with experts and First Nations JACKIE TEGART throughout the Fraser-Nicola.

View from the We discussed LEGISLATURE the serious conservation concerns regarding Thompson and Chilcotin steelhead populations, many of which are now near extinction here in B.C. Steelhead, like other salmonids, are incredibly important to B.C.—economically, culturally, and ecologically. The commercial salmon fishery in British Columbia dates back to the earliest days of the province and has always been a lucrative part of the economy—the iconic fish has played a prominent role in local First Nations culture for thousands of years. Additionally, the health of steelhead populations is a predictor for the overall health of an ecosystem, as habitat loss leads to the loss of fish.

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The BC Liberal Steelhead Caucus makes a stop at Guichon Creek to learn more about the issues affecting the local steelhead population. (From left to right) Guide Ralph Sultan, Ian McGregor, Simon Gibson, Jane Thornthwaite, Marvin Hunt, Jackie Tegart, Peter Milobar. Photo contributed

losing this vital species and we wanted to see firsthand the efforts that are currently underway – and those that are still needed – to restore populations to their previous levels.

As part of our tour, we visited Merritt and the surrounding areas. We met with a steelhead biologist at sites on the Nicola and Coldwater Rivers to see steelhead habitat and discuss issues relating to the health of the river and its effect on the fish. We also visited the Spius Creek Hatchery, to observe their hatchery program and their role in building salmon stocks. At this

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and every stop on our tour we learned that there are many dedicated people working on this issue, but there is only so much they can do on their own. It became clear that cooperation, collaboration and decisive government action is needed to make any large-scale change.

This issue goes beyond steelhead—it’s about stewardship, partnership, and governments taking action together. It is becoming increasingly clear that the Province must act quickly if Thompson and Chilcotin steelhead are to be saved from extinction.

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OPINION LETTER to the editor Province heading Minister urged to help during forestry crisis towards deficits Editor,

I am writing this letter on behalf of myself and all the other logging and trucking contractors in the province who are being severely impacted by the crisis in the forest industry. Last Tuesday’s announcement of sixty nine million dollars in funding will provide welcome relief for some of the many affected mill workers in the province, but none to the independent logging and trucking contractors and their employees, whose numbers are estimated to be two and a half times larger than the number of mill workers by the Interior Logging Association. Many of these impacted employees have not worked or have worked on curtailed shifts since March. Relief for this segment of the industry is imperative.

I must state that there appears to be a level of political brinkmanship in play which is not constructive in reaching solutions to the issues. I read many media reports which incorporate the statement that the previous government did little to prepare for the inevitable transition to a post beetle forest industry and harvest reductions. I personally began attending meetings of the Mid Term Timber Supply Review Committee in 2012. The purpose of this committee was to meet with stakeholders and provide input as to how the upcoming reduction in harvesting could be mitigated as much as possible. This was a bipartisan committee which the current Labour Minister, Harry Bains, was a member of. This committee did make recommendations, most of which were not acted on by the previous or current governments. I would also remind you that, as the current governing party, we look to you for leadership in navigating the industry out of these trying times. I suggest we all work together and take meaningful action in revitalizing the forest industry and making it great again.

While the reduction in AAC’s was inevitable, as reported, it is not the only reason for the crisis. It is being exacerbated by many outside forces including but not limited to the softwood lumber agreement, trade tensions with our two largest trading partners, a high cost operational environment, and in my view, the most important factor, a stumpage system which is broken.

Following are some ideas which may help end this crisis sooner: - Reduce regulatory and operational burdens wherever possible.

- Provide a carbon tax exemption to logging and trucking contractors as provided to other industries which have no option but to use fossil fuels.

- Increase the small-scale salvage program and encourage independent contractors to harvest burnt and beetle killed wood which would otherwise remain unharvested. Also, use the small-scale salvage program for fuel mitigation and fire control projects around communities.

- Change the stumpage system. We need a system that more accurately reflects current market values, not one which reflects values of 12-18 months ago.

- Open BCTS so all wood sold under this program is exportable. I believe that with our innovation and expertise in manufacturing, outside buyers would not be competitive and little of this wood would leave the province. It would also go a long way in resolving the never-ending SLA dispute.

- Provide retraining and bridging money similar to the program offered to mill workers.

Dan Eaton Peachland

Individuals urged to help protect environment Editor, I’m glad that more and more young people are getting involved to get people and government more aware of the urgent environmental issues we are facing. But I’m not sure if people, especially the young generations, understand that everything is in our own hands — we each contribute to the problem and we can each do our shares to somehow reverse it.

All of our individual behaviour contributes to the whole picture; the planet earth’s demise under our own hands. We can protest all we can, but have we thought about how each of us contribute to the dire situation? If each of us conserve, recycle, reuse and compost, instead of consuming without giving any thought about how much resources we are wasting, things might get better.

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wave of sawmill and logging layoffs has been slow and clumsy, capped by Horgan’s comments to reporters after his convention-closing speech. He compared community leaders wanting the rural fund reinstated to kids who “want everything right now.”

The $25 million was for small grants to diversify rural economies, many in towns that lost their forest employment a while ago. No example is more poignant than Port McNeill and its neighbouring villages. You don’t have to explain to Winter Harbour and other North Island communities what it’s like to lose a once-vibrant economy.

Port McNeill Mayor Gaby Wickstrom says her town’s grant application was a mere $10,000 to spruce up the downtown. She also serves on the board of Mount Waddington Regional District, which had one of the hundreds of “rural dividend” applications awaiting approval. Theirs was around $200,000 for a non-profit society to run its “fundamentals of forestry” project.

That would pay for a staffer to recruit people to move to the North Island. “Not just workers, bringing people to our region, the quality of life, why to live here, why to invest here, that kind of thing,” Wickstrom told me.

“Port Alice had an application in as well, for some signage. They’re trying to reinvent themselves after the mill closure.”

The long-dormant pulp mill there was officially shuttered in February, its small maintenance crew laid off.

The NDP government has looked desperate on the forest crisis, suspending its caribou protection plan, appointing an apologist MLA to go on yet another listening tour, and then this horribly short-sighted cancellation of a modest diversification program.

And while $25 million provides a hand up for some little towns, it’s a drop in the bucket for Finance Minister Carole James. She just moved $300 million from contingency funds, basically an unused wildfire budget that came in handy to keep the province out of red ink for this year.

There’s still more than $400 million in contingency this year, but Horgan confirmed that all ministries are looking for cuts. Their big inherited surplus has been spent.

Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press Media. Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS FEDERAL ELECTION

Candidate Q&A: Number one goal for region The Merritt Herald asked the five candidates running for the Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola riding in the federal election (shown below, in alphabetical order) the following question: If you could accomplish one goal for the residents in the Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola during your term (if elected) what would it be? Their responses are listed below.

Dan Albas

Conservative Party

“There are so many challenges it is a challenge in itself to narrow it down to one goal.

However, it has to be protecting Lake Okanagan from invasive aquatic mussels.

The damage that a mussel infestation could do to Lake Okanagan would cost us in the millions.

Once a lake is infected there really is no going back.

If Lake Okanagan was contaminated, it in turn would pose a serious threat to other freshwater lakes such as Nicola Lake in our region.

To date, the Trudeau Liberals have largely ignored this issue and have not provided the $2 million in annual federal funding requested by the Okanagan Basin Water Board to protect Lake Okanagan from the threat of this harmful invasive species.

Considering Mr. Trudeau did provide $12 million in funding to grocery store giant Loblaw’s for new refrigeration this is completely unacceptable.

Securing this annual funding would be a priority as a member of a Conservative Government.”

Allan Duncan People’s Party

“Currently, I believe we have unnecessary levels of anxiety in Canadian society. People are experiencing new and added pressures on their lives that are greater than before. I believe these pressures can be relieved with improved leadership and policy and management of our social and economic systems.

Taxes can be lowered. Immigration management can be

improved. Provinces can be empowered to deliver innovative healthcare programs. Pipelines can be expanded creating huge employment numbers and prosperity.

International trade can be grown to Canada’s advantage. New technologies for cleaner energy can be developed in more open markets.

Our national integrity should be upheld as we promote our own initiatives. And freedom of expression for Canadians can and should be protected. (If elected) the implementation of these policies for the benefit of Canadians by the People’s Party should relieve unnecessary anxiety about Canadian life and allow us to enjoy our freedom in this beautiful country.

My goal for COSN residents would be for us to enjoy the freedom

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Robert Mellalieu Green Party

“Kelowna and West Kelowna have an urgent Homelessness issue – that’s important to me and would provide resources to help the cities solve the problem.

Merritt has lost many jobs due to the lack of harvestable timber. I can’t plant fast-growing trees, but I can help plant other business to provide employment – ensuring a diversified economy for the future.

The Similkameen is populated by many seniors that rely on

their dwindling pensions. The Green Party will ensure seniors do not live in poverty. The Similkameen has a large organic farming community. The Green Party, of course, loves local, organic agriculture and realizes it must be cheaper to buy local organic than distant chemical vegetables.

When I visited Logan Lake, I was impressed with the amount of ore that was being mined. However, I am disappointed that the ore must be smelted

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS elsewhere because of a lack of a modern electrical grid.

I am also very concerned with the Invasive Mussel’s issue. I would like to get much more involved in this crisis. I feel that not enough is being done – but I want to do proper research first.”

Mary Ann Murphy Liberal Party

“This is a mixed riding, encompassing numerous urban and rural communities.

My overarching goal would be to establish and maintain regular, meaningful

contact with residents, businesses, community groups, and mayors and councils of each locale such that constituents and other elected officials have open lines of communication on an ongoing basis – not just at election time.

Most importantly, as an advocate at the federal level, I would ensure that the concerns and priorities brought forward by those entities are translated into real results and federal investments to meet riding needs and priorities, as opposed to a lot of rhetoric and insufficient action.

Throughout the past year, I have knocked on many doors, where residents have voiced their concerns about a lack of consultation and engagement at the federal level over the last eight years.

Having served as a volunteer with over 40 Okanagan organizations in the last 25 years, my goal will be

not only to continue my current engagement throughout our communities, but further reach out to those who have been excluded or disenfranchised with their current options.”

Joan Phillip

New Democratic Party

“My goal would be to bring prosperity and fairness to the people.

As a social democrat I believe that we cannot have the disparity that now exists between the very wealthy and the very poor.

We must all rise together if we are going to have prosper-

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ous communities.

It is in the best interest of everyone to lift people out of poverty.

We start with finding homes for the homeless, providing their most basic needs.

Poverty is a very complex issue and it will require all levels of government to cooperate in order to restore balance to our society. I believe this goal is obtainable. I have seen it happen.

We must make it a priority to have readily accessible programs in place to help people reach their full potential, available when they are ready to take that step forward.

We must take better care of each other, as Jagmeet Singh says.

Only then will we prosper.”

Locals will have the chance to learn more about where these individuals stand at an all-candidates forum at NVIT on Oct. 8 at 6 p.m., hosted by the Chamber of Commerce.

Burns planned for Nicola Lake area

BC Wildfire Service plans to ignite approximately 150 burn piles in the Nicola Lake area during October. Herald files Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Merrittonians may notice smoky skies during the month of October, but are assured there is no need to worry.

The BC Wildfire Service plans to burn approximately 150 burn piles in the Nicola Lake area — on both sides of North Nicola Lake road

— in an effort to reduce wildfire risk.

The burns are scheduled to start on Oct. 1, and will conclude on Oct. 31.

The goal of rehabilitating this area is to reduce threat of erosion, promote re-establishment of vegetation and reduce future wildfire risk.

“The exact timing of the burns will depend on

weather, site conditions, venting and timing of snow. They will proceed only if fire behaviour conditions are suitable,” reads a statement from the BC Wildfire Service.

“Smoke may be visible from nearby communities, but ignition will proceed only if conditions are suitable and will allow for quick smoke dissipation.”

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS LNIB ELECTION

LNIB to elect new chief, councillors

Lower Nicola Indian Band members are set to head to the polls on Oct. 5, with some having already taken advantage of advanced voting on Sept. 28.

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Voter turnout was approximately 40 per cent in the last LNIB election. Herald files

Todd Sullivan KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

The Lower Nicola Indian Band will be holding its election on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Polls will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Shulus Hall, 85 Hwy. 8. An advance poll was held at the same location on Saturday, Sept. 28.

The counting of the ballots and tabulation of the election results will happen immediately after the close of the polls on election day.

This election is for one chief and seven councillors.

Current LNIB Chief Aaron Sumexheltza has decided not to run for re-election and will instead be seeking a seat on council.

Candidates for chief are Leona Antoine, Stuart Jackson and Robert Sterling Jr. Candidates for councillor are William Bose, Spence Coutlee, Stephen Dick, Robin Humphrey, Connie Joe, Hrolfe Joe, Joanne Lafferty, William Sandy, Lucina Seward, Doreen Sterling, Aaron Sumexheltza, Molly Toodlican, Cheslie William and Victor York.

Drew Shaw, electoral officer with Victoria-based OneFeather, an electoral-services company that organizes and runs elections for First Nations across Canada, said there are

1,007 eligible voters in the LNIB election.

Of those, about 40 per cent live on reserve and about 60 per cent reside elsewhere, with ballots having been mailed far and wide to Lower Nicola Indian Band members living in such places as Vanderhoof, Harrison Hot Springs, Utah, Texas, Calgary, Halifax and Claremorris, County Mayo, Ireland.

In the last LNIB election, held in October 2016, voter turnout was approximately 40 per cent, with fewer than 400 ballots being cast for the candidates running for chief, while the top-polling councillor received 176 votes.

“Forty per cent isn’t bad,” Shaw said, noting voter turnout for First Nations elections organized by OneFeather usually falls between 30 per cent and 60 per cent.

The challenge, he said, is engaging those voters who live offreserve.

For comparison, the City of Kamloops, with a population about 100 times that of the LNIB, generally records a voter turnout of between 30 and 35 per cent for its civic elections.

The voters’ list is posted at the LNIB administration office.

For more information on the election, go online to onefeather. ca/nations/lowernicola.

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Sumexheltza relfects on his six years as LNIB chief Todd Sullivan KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

After six years as elected chief of the Lower Nicola Indian Band, Aaron Sumexheltza is taking a step back, but he’s not stepping away.

Sumexheltza is running for a spot on the LNIB council in the Saturday, Oct. 5, election.

“I really enjoyed my time as chief for the band,” he told the Merritt Herald. “It’s definitely an honour to be elected and serve your community as an elected official and represent them and do what you can to improve the quality of life for the community members.”

He cited personal reasons for his decision to shift roles.

“I am running for council and I hope to continue to be able to contribute in the months and years ahead on a part-time basis and with some of the projects when it comes to economic development and the gateway project for example,” Sumexheltza said.

He pointed to a number of successes during his six years as band chief.

As chief, Sumexheltza signed a mutual-benefit agreement with Highland Valley Copper that saw increased employment for Lower Nicola Indian Band members at the mine, as well as a giving the band a share of the mine’s annual revenue.

He also signed an agreement with Kinder Morgan that addressed many of the environmental and heritage issues surrounding the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project. The agreement will allow community members and business owners to take advantage of jobs, contracts and procurement opportunities from the pipeline development, opportunities he noted could be worth millions of dollars.

Sumexheltza also helped bring a development corporation — with a board of directors, staff and manager — to the band. The five Merritt-area First

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Nations — Lower Nicola, Upper Nicola, Coldwater, Shackan and Nooaitch — have consolidated various companies into one corporation, Spayum Holdings Limited Partnership.

The bands have also been working toward acquiring land where the former Merritt Visitor Information site is located near exit 286.

Developments planned for the property include a gas station, a restaurant and space to be leased to local businesses. Sumexheltza estimates a potential for 200 jobs at that development.

“Those are some of the economic development opportunities that we’re working on,” he said.

Sumexheltza said the band has also been successful in keeping biosolids out of the Nicola Valley, has done work on a cultural revitalization program and has revamped its recreation program for their children and youth.

The LNIB built a solar farm at the band’s school, with more

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“Over the last six years, myself, with the council and with the support of the community members, have taken some really great steps forward that I know that I’m proud of, and many members of our council are proud of,” Sumexheltza said.

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New custom executive home with fantastic views. 3 bedrms on the main with open concept floor plan. Master has 4 pce ensuite & W/I closet. Large private deck in back off the family room.

Great 2 bedroom starter home in investment property. Has 16x12 covered deck overlooking the Nicola River. Relax and watch the wildlife on the river. Pad rent $404 per month

3 bedroom rancher on the Bench with immaculate fenced back yard & beautifully manicured lot. Has had updates over the past few years of furnace, HW tank & roof. Has workshop, shed & single garage.

Nice 3 bedrm home in good neighbourhood.

Home has many updates of roof, siding, bathrms, paint, U/G sprinklers deck & more.

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Fantastic 17+ acres with barn & fenced area for horses. Spacious 5 bedrm, 3 bath home with open concept, & quality throughout.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS CLIMATE STRIKE

Youth demand action

Garcia tips hat to forestry workers

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

People from across the planet joined in on the global climate strike on Sept.

27.

Communities across the world called for climate justice on Sept. 27 — including Merritt.

Rainy weather didn’t hold back a small but mighty group of students and environmental advocates who rallied along Voght Street in front of city hall on Friday.

Taylor Nyeste, coorganizer of the event in Merritt, said she was inspired by Greta Thunberg, the 16-yearold environmental activist who sparked the worldwide rally.

“We’re here to let people know that climate change is happening and it’s time to act now,” said Nyeste.

The community’s response was positive, she added.

“Everybody is honking and waving, it’s pretty great,” she said.

Born to Work can be heard on Bobby Garcia’s latest album, These Boots. Herald files Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A dreary forecast didn’t stop a group of children, youth and adults alike from rallying for climate justice along Voght Street on Sept. 27. Dara Hill/Herald

When Bobby Garcia heard the story of longtime Merritt mill worker Pat Cullen, he knew there was a song waiting to be sung.

Cullen dedicated over four decades to pulling, sorting, cutting and counting lumber at the Tolko mill — never once taking a sick day — and has the gnarled and swollen hands to prove it.

He started part-time in 1972, before his work ethic earned him a shot at a full-time position.

Back in those days, Cullen said he worked 10 hours a day, seven

days a week, for about $2.25 an hour.

After Garcia heard Cullen’s reflections on his career, as told by the Herald, Garcia got to work himself.

“I read that article and it inspired me to write a song. So I went and recorded it in Kelowna and then it got sent to and cut in Nashville,” said Garcia.

“I put it on my new album and then I kind of just sat on it for a while.”

But when Garcia learned that a group of more than 200 logging professionals were driving to Vancouver as part of a protest convoy in September, he decided

to share Born to Work with the wider community.

“I thought, ‘What a perfect time to do something with it,’” he said.

While the song was written following Tolko’s closure in Merritt in 2016, the tune hits home more and more as closures and curtailments continue to make headlines across B.C. “This is for all the mill workers, loggers, logging truck drivers and everyone in the forestry industry,” said Garcia, whose dad was a logger for most of his life.

“He got beat up pretty bad, so he retired

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about 20 years ago,” said Garcia, noting he remembers the days of his father coming home from a hard day’s work.

“He used to walk in, I used to love the smell of the sawdust, and he’d be dirty, grubby and grumpy,” Garcia said with a chuckle.

When Garcia’s not making music, he works as a commercial truck driver.

The feedback on the song so far has been overwhelmingly positive.

“I received so many

messages from people all over B.C., all over Canada, saying how much they have been affected by what’s going on and how much they love the song,” said Garcia. “I’ve been overwhelmed with all the positive feedback I’ve received from it. It’s kind of surreal — it’s pretty cool.”

Born to Work had 94,950 views on Facebook as of Oct. 1.

“I’m just glad that a lot of people can relate to it. It’s been very positive,” said Garcia.`

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NVIT hosted a graduation ceremony at their Merritt campus in May. Herald files BY: MADELINE BAKER

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology gave out more than just bursaries and scholarships at its recent awards ceremonies.

Burnaby campus student Marcus Reid received the Lieutenant Governor of BC Collegiate Silver Medallion, while Merritt’s own Adrianna Griep was awarded the Governor-General of Canada Collegiate Bronze Medallion at the local campus’s Sept. 28 event.

Like many students, Griep works full-time while continuing her studies in Kamloops, so NVIT had to break its usual policy of secrecy to ensure she would attend the ceremony.

“They weren’t supposed to tell her,” said Griep’s mother, Myrna Loy Griep. “It was supposed to be a surprise, but they knew she was working, too, and it’s a special award.”

With the knowledge that such a prestigious award would be hers, Griep found herself close to tears as host Kylie Thomas shared the achievement necessary to earn a Governor-General Bronze Medallion — the highest gradepoint average in all of Canada upon graduation from a diploma-

level program.

The honour was not unprecedented for Griep, her mother said, noting she also graduated from NVIT with a yellow cord for high scholastic achievement and was her class’s valedictorian.

Myrna Loy Griep feels that celebrating achievements like her daughter’s on the public stage can help inspire other students from small communities like Merritt who may be disenchanted with public

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“We like to put [her achievement] out there as an incentive to do a good job in school and stick with it,” Myrna Loy Griep said. “People don’t just want to hear about elections.

Someone doing really well in school can be top dog, too.”

The Lieutenant Governor of BC Collegiate Silver Medallion received by Vancouver’s Marcus Reid also marks a great achievement for both

student and school alike.

The medal recognizes academic achievement and community service at the post-secondary level, focusing on themes of inclusion, citizenship and reconciliation.

Lt.-Gov. Janet Austin has said the medal is intended to celebrate “students [who] are helping to create a more welcoming and supportive environment [and] standing up for those who are more vulnerable.”

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• Discharge from the nipple: The NBCF notes that any discharge from the nipple, but particularly a clear or bloody discharge, could be a sign of breast cancer. The NBCF also advises women that a milky discharge when they are not breastfeeding is not linked to breast cancer but should be discussed with a physician.

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There is no cure for cancer, although billions of dollars are spent each year researching the disease and potential cures. Until a cure has been found, individuals must rely on screenings and prevention methods.

Cancer screening tests are designed to find cancers in their earliest stages, when the disease is most treatable. Many cancer screening tests have been found to lower the death rate from particular cancers, according to the health and wellness resource site MedicineNet. The Centers for Disease Control and

Prevention supports various cancer screening tests as recommended by the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force. The average person should discuss with their physicians their risk for certain cancers.

By considering individual medical history, family health history and/or prior screening results, doctors can develop a screening plan to reduce patients’ risk of cancer.

• Breast cancer: Mammograms can help find breast abnormalities early on when they are easier to treat and can produce a very good success rate.

• Colonoscopy/sigmoidoscopy: These tests help detect colorectal cancer early on and also may help prevent the disease. These tests can find abnormal colon growths that can be removed before they become cancer.

• Cervical cancer: A Pap test can find abnormal cells in the cervix that may turn into cancer. Early detection of cervical cancer increases survival rates.

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Prostate cancer testing, including blood tests and a digital rectal exam, used to be the norm. However, Cancer. org says expert groups no longer recommend routine prostate cancer screenings because many of these cancers are not deadly and early detection has not been shown to reduce the chances of dying from prostate cancer. Some people may still ask to be screened for prostate cancer as well as cancers of the ovaries, pancreas, testicles, and thyroid even though screenings have not been shown to reduce deaths from those cancers.

Some cancer screenings are recommended to help catch cancer early and prevent the disease from progressing.

People are urged to speak with their doctors about which tests are best for them.

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Cents take win in overtime battle in Merritt Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Coaches put new player to the test against Wenatchee.

The Merritt Centennials are 2-5 entering October, with the squad knocking off the powerhouse Wenatchee Wild 2-1 in overtime on Sept. 28 at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.

Brian Adams opened the scoring for the Wild with 18 seconds left in the first period, but Spencer Schneider’s quick reply 15 seconds into the second period tied the game at 1-1.

The rest of the second period and the final frame was a tight, defensive affair, with few scoring chances and a paucity of shots on goal — 14 by Merritt, 12 by Wenatchee, with both teams registering 24 for the game.

Tanner Marshall’s impressive saves kept the Cents in the game as overtime began. One of those saves bounced to Brett Roloson, who skated the puck cross ice and cautiously into the zone with a hardcharging Joey Berkopec going to the net with his stick on the ice. Roloson threaded the perfect saucer pass to Berkopec, who beat Wild goaltender Daniel Chenard upstairs for the game winner.

The win was a turning point for the team, said Cents’ assistant

The win against Wenatchee was a turning point for the team, according to coaching staff. Dara Hill/Herald

coach Derek SweetCoulter.

“I felt it was really the first game we saw the bench get behind each other,” he said.

“You could feel the positivity — and that’s infectious.”

Joshua Kagan made his debut with Merritt against Wenatchee, after the Centennials acquired him from the Cowichan Valley Capitals.

Head coach Barry Wolff said he is glad to be adding offence to the lineup.

“Josh is a kid that I had the chance to watch last year in the Manitoba league. He has a lot of skill and, early on, he’s proven he

can transfer those skills to the BCHL,” Wolff said. “We look forward to having him in the dressing room and on the ice.”

The Centennials’ next games are in the BCHL Showcase, a series of contests in Chilliwack and Penticton involving league clubs. Merritt will will face Alberni Valley in Chilliwack on Thursday, Oct. 3 (4:30 p.m. faceoff) before playing Trail in Penticton on Friday, Oct. 4 (4 p.m. start).

Merritt’s next home game will be on Saturday, Oct. 12, against the Nanaimo Clippers. Faceoff is at 7 p.m.

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FLY FISHING

MSS Panthers finish strong at first cross-country race of the year

Corbett Lake hosts fishing championships Todd Sullivan KAMLOOPS THIS WEEK

(From left to right, back row) Zach Loewen, Mason Ortega, Josh Babcock, Alex Howard, Michaela Nicholls, Olivia Nendick, Paige Asselstine, Jamez Oppenheim. (Front row) Keaton Robinson, Lexus Thomas, Semiah Oppenheim.

Photo contributed Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Perfect weather and eager feet made for a great first race of the season for Merritt Secondary School’s cross-country running team.

A group of 11 speedy panthers took on 63 other runners from the region in the 4.5-kilometre event at Westsyde Centennial Park in Kamloops on Sept.

18.

“We have some

new runners this year testing their grit with endurance running as well as some returning athletes,” said head coach Randy Shelton.

Lexus Thomas’ time of 20.54 earned her a fourth place

The 2019 North American Loch-Style Fly Fishing Championships wrapped up last weekend at Corbett Lake Lodge near Merritt.

The winning squad was Team Cormorant, a Canadian regional team, which included Todd Oishi of Maple Ridge, John Nishi of Millarville, Alta., Chris Puchniak of Surrey, Rob Stroud of Prince George and Mike Oishi of Barriere.

There were a total of five Canadian regional teams, two Canadian / U.S. teams, two U.S regional and national teams and one international team, hailing from Ireland.

Loch-style flyfishing is a type of fishing done from a

finish in the senior girls category.

Zach Loewen, Keaton Robinson and Mason Ortega all competed in the senior boys division.

Loewen finished 6th at 18.3, Robinson came 12th at 21.07

drifting boat with the wind at your back.

Flyfishers sit sideways on thwart boards, two to a boat, while a drogue — a sea anchor made of canvas or other type of material — drags behind the boat to keep its speed in check.

A total of 50 competitors in 10 teams of five converged on five local lakes for the event: Tunkwa Lake West, Tunkway Lake East, Corbett Lake, Batstone Lake and Roche Lake.

The event consists of five three-hour sessions of loch-style fly fishing and one rest session.

Corbett Lake Lodge has been host of a number of fly fishing championships over the years, including the Canadian Nationals in 2016 and the North American Loch Style Flyfishing Championships

and Ortega finished 13th at 24.08.

Michaela Nicholls finished 9th in the junior girls division with a time of 21.2.

Fellow panthers Paige Asselstine, Semiah Oppenheim and Olivia Nendick

for the past three years.

They’ve seen teams from around the world and across North America.

According to Ann Thomson, manager of Corbett Lake Lodge, flyfishing is more than just a sport.

“Fly fishing is a sport,” she said, “but it’s also an art form and a philosophy.”

Thomson said that there are a number of challenges to competitions of this type, including the fact that each lake will fish a little differently, due to factors like feeding patterns, ecology, and weather.

She considers herself a novice fly-fisher.

“I don’t get out enough, but I try to from time to time,” she said. “Because you better walk the walk if you’re going to talk the talk.”

followed. Asselstine came 13th with a time of 23.34, Oppenheim came 17th at 25.19 and Nendick finished in the 18th spot at 25.2.

Alex Howard, Josh Babock and Jamez Oppenheim took on

the junior boys division. Howard’s time of 19.56 earned him a 15th place finish, Babcock took home 24th with his time of 34.33. and Oppenheim’s time of 35.1 was good for 25th place.

CROSS FIT

Athletes show their strength at CanWest Games Persistence Training Centre athletes are set to take on the competition once again this November.

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Owner Kylee Street (left) and coach Adam Ware (right) represented Merritt’s Persistence Training at the CanWest Games. Photos contributed

A small but mighty team from Merritt took on CrossFit competitors from across the country this past summer.

Two athletes from Persistence Training Centre (PTC) took on North America’s second-largest CrossFit competition, which featured 300 athletes

in three divisions: scaled, intermediate and elite.

PTC owner Kylee Street finished 18th overall in the intermediate division. She claimed first in the Olympic lift — the clean and jerk — at 180 pounds.

PTC coach Adam Ware competed in the scaled division, placing 14th overall with a fourth-place finish in the main event.

“This is the type of competition people train year round for,” Street said.

Another highlight of the event was an announcement that next year’s CanWest Games will be a sanctioned event to

qualify for the 2020 CrossFit games — the largest CrossFit completion in North America.

“This shows the calibre of athletes that go to an event like this,” Street said.

A handful of Persistence Training Centre athletes are set to take on another big competition soon, as the Fraser Valley Throwdown is slated for November.

Competitors at the throwdown will be eligible to compete for a spot at the next CanWest Games, so there may be even more Nicola Valley athletes the next time the event rolls around.

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FILM

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Nicola Valley Film Society presents “Girls of the Sun” (PG rating) on Monday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. at the NVIT lecture theatre. For more information phone 250-3785190.

PAINT NIGHT

Support the Nicola Valley Skating Club. Unleash your inner artist at The Original Paint Nite Saturday, Oct. 5, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., NVIT. Ages 10+. Tickets online at yaymaker.com

QUILTERS GUILD

Regular guild meetings are held on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 6:30 pm in the Civic Centre. New members are always welcome! For more information contact Debra at 250-280-4086. The next “Stash Buster” retreat weekend will be in January, date TBA. Watch for an update.

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!

READING TUTORS

One to One volunteer tutors needed. Help a child build reading skills and self confidence. literacymerritt@gmail.com, 250-378-7844 or email: literacymerritt.com

NICOLA NATURALIST SOCIETY the start of our regular monthly evening meetings with “Members’ Photo Night”. Enjoy a wide selection of excellent photos of local wildlife, nature and scenery.

Wednesday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m. at NVIT Lecture Theatre. All welcome.

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.

LAWN BOWLING

Merritt Lawn Bowling plays every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 7 p.m. from May until September. For more information call 250378-2095.

MASONS

Masons meet every fourth Monday of the month.

ELKS BINGO

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

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.

FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and games start at 5:30 p.m. at the Elks Hall.

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.

over you are welcome to come join the fun. For more information call George at 250-3786779 or Dee at 250378-5821.

HOSPICE

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 information.

MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE

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/appJy-now

FAMILY HISTORY

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

LITERACY MERRITT

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.

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

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, 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 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-

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SHRINERS

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

OLD TIME FIDDLERS

The group is actively seeking new members, all instruments welcome but an interest in and

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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.

IMMIGRANT SERVICES NOW IN MERRITT

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 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 a.m. - 1 p.m., beside the Baillie House. New vendors welcome! Check out our website at www. nicolavalleyfarmersmarket.com for more information.

THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU 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

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.

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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CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for placing a classified ad is 5 p.m. on Monday. To place an ad please call 250-378-4241 or email: sales2@merrittherald.com Announcements

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Obituaries

Obituaries

Bernard “Buzz�

Manuel, Sr.

Donovan William Reese

May 28, 1945 – Sept. 23, 2019

Aug. 8, 1941 - Sept. 21, 2019

Bernard Augustine Manuel, was born in Spaxmin on May 28, 1945 to the late Daniel and Suzannah (Bent) Manuel.

He was one of seven children and is survived by his siblings: Doreen Sterling, N’kwala Daniel Manuel and Steven Manuel.

Buzz is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Rita (Swakum) Manuel and their three children Robert Manuel, Collette Sunday and Bernard Manuel, Jr. His grandchildren are Justine, Sophia, Isabelle, Everett, Devyn, Keanu, Phoenix, Linden Manuel and his great grandson Sky Manuel Melting-Tallow.

Not only was he a logger but he also was Chief of Upper Nicola Band and Band Councillor. In 1998, he retired from logging. He loved to spend quality time with his sons, nephews and friends—hunting,

prepared what he gathered, but taught others how to do the same. He especially loved to hunt ducks and geese. He was well known for his sense of humour, which everyone can attest to.

Buzz in his younger days played as a defenceman for the Quilchena Braves and wore # “6�. For years he was coach and manager of the Braves.

In 2018, local hockey fans celebrated 50 years of the Moccasin Hockey Tournament. Buzz is descended from a long line of hereditary chiefs Pelkamulox I, II, and III, N’kwala and Alexander and Johnny (Salista) Chillihitzia.

Buzz’s last few months were spent in the Nicola Valley Hospital where he was well taken care of the by the staff. He passed away peacefully, at Gillis house. The family would like to thank the Kamloops Renal Transplant Clinic, Dr. Vander Merwe, Dr. Soderberg, Dr. Lyttle and Dr.Goetz and the many nurses and medical staff who took care of him. Buzz was many things to many people: Dad, husband, brother, uncle, Puba, relative and friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY Grief can make us feel like we are going crazy and that we’ll never feel well or at peace again

P: 250-280-4040

www.merritthospice.org Email: merritthospice@shaw.ca

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donny Reese on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at the age of 78 years.

Don was born in Kamloops and grew up in Sorrento. He accomplished a lot in his 78 years. He drove and owned numerous semi trucks and hauled logs, hay, gravel, salt, etc., he built many log homes, owned a medic truck, was a trapper and a big game guide.

was an avid reader.

He was a loving and supportive father, grandpa, great grandpa and friend.

We are beyond fortunate to have so many amazing memories with him.

His greatest love was for his wife of 54 years Georgia. He adored and spoiled his three little dogs, whose ashes will be buried with him.

Very much feeling his loss are his wife, Georgia, daughter Tonya Nelson (Rick), son Cork Reese (Joli), son Bill Reese (Carla), daughter Colleen Reese (Pat), 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, sister Beverly Reese, brother Jack Reese, motherin-law Edna Moore and large extended family too numerous to mention.

Don was preceded in death by his grandsons; Jesse, Adam and Riley Kingdan in 1992, father Richard Reese in 1982, mother Myrtle Reese in 2009, brothers; Richard Reese in 1959 and Larry Reese in 2019 and father-in-law George Moore in 2010.

He will be laid to rest in Pineridge Cemetery, Merritt BC close to Jesse, Adam and Riley.

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Merchandise For Sale Auctions

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Celebrate the lives of loved ones with your stories, photographs and tributes

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October 3, 2019 Employment

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Education

Lower Nicola Indian Band School Job Posting

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Lower Nicola Indian Band School Job Posting

Position Title: Early Childhood Educator Department: Lower Nicola Indian Band School Hours: up to 30 per week Start Date: ASAP Wage: $20-$23/hour depending on experience and education Reports to: Lower Nicola Indian Band School Principal

Position Title: Special Education Assistant (SEA) Department: Lower Nicola Indian Band School Hours: up to 30 per week Start Date: ASAP Wage: $20-$23/hour depending on experience and education Reports to: Lower Nicola Indian Band School Principal

Summary of responsibilities • Provide service to children ages 0 to 4 years and parents, including K3, K4, Parent/Tot Drop in services. • Follows policies and procedures as outlined by the Ministry in accordance with licensing policies and LNIB policies • Ensure guidance of children that encourages positive selfesteem •

• Implement a problem solving approach with practical

Summary of responsibilities • Assist in the classroom to support staff and students

Required knowledge, skills and abilities •

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Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter complete with references, specifying the position you are applying for. Complete Job Description can be obtain by contacting the Lower Nicola Indian Band School. … � € †  d.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities • ‡

• Training and or experience dealing with special needs and behaviorally challenged students • Excellent communications skills • Personal maturity and role model to children • Physical ability and endurance to work with special needs students • Understanding of child development and educational programming •

 • Ability to work as an educational team, knowledge of IEP’s an asset • Ability and willingness to submit to a criminal record check • Ability to speak or willingness to learn the Nlaka’pamux language and culture

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