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Meat producers react to government funding INSIDE THE HERALD

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The Small Scale Meat Producers Association says new government programs are a step in the right direction, but more support is needed for small-scale farmers and ranchers. Photo/SSMPA

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Small Scale Meat Producers Association (SSMPA) is reacting to new funding announced by the Province of BC, with accessibility to the new funds and the program’s administrative costs being their main topics of concern.

The association, made up of farmers and ranchers raising meat across British Columbia, looks to support its membership base by providing government feedback on the effectiveness and accessibility of provincial and federal programs related to the raising, processing, and sale of meat. Reacting to the new Extreme Weather Preparedness for Agriculture program, which provides a total of $1.5 million in available funding to B.C. farmers for wildfire and flooding preparedness efforts, representatives of SSMPA

said they worry the program doesn’t go far enough in terms of funding or accessibility.

“I’m not sure it’s enough funding, and I have some concerns about the administrative cost of it, on both sides.

There’s always a lot of money for consultants, which comes out of the budget that would be used to actually get things done.

I think that’s an important thing to look at,” said Julia Smith, project manager for SSMPA. “It costs something to apply for these things. It’s particularly at this time of year where the people that could benefit from this funding don’t have time to apply for it. I have spoken with the program and there will be another round of funding coming out later this year, so that’s good news.”

The application period for the

current round of funding for the program ends on August 15, but future rounds will occur in the fall.

Smith says that many of the producers that would benefit from this new provincial funding are busy haying, moving cattle, and tending to their crops during the extreme heat during the first intake. She is hopeful that the organization’s feedback will be well received; feedback that will be collected from their members who apply for or inquire about the program.

In the past, funding and support was made available through both government and non-profit channels to enable busy agricultural producers to apply for vital funding such as the Extreme Weather Preparedness for Agriculture program. The SSMPA, having recently updated its guiding documents, is interested

in providing these services once again.

“There used to be support in place to help producers apply for this sort of funding.

Nobody has got time to apply for it, it’s hard. As a society, we would absolutely love to be able to offer that service to our members and support them through these kinds of applications,” added Smith.

“It’s on our list for our strategic plan, which we’ve just updated. We would realize efficiencies. Rather than having someone with shoes on carpet, we need people with boots on the ground.”

Smith and the SSMPA hope to see more dollars go directly to producers rather than administrative costs. Moving forward, they will watch the effectiveness and accessibility of this and other government programs, as well as continuing to focus on their primary goal of advocating for producers working on a small-scale outside the conventional, industrial system.

The SSMPA’s community abattoir project, which received $1 million in funding earlier this year, is also making progress.

The organization has received a letter of interest from

the Coldwater Indian Band, and is exploring the possibility of developing the new public cutand-wrap facility at the Comstock Industrial Park, 10 kilometres south of Merritt on Coldwater Road.

The SSMPA has applied for another $500,000 in government funding, with Smith adding that she is “cautiously optimistic” about their chances of success.

For more information on the Small Scale Meat Producers Association, including membership applications and updates, visit www.smallscalemeat.ca.

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Valley Carriers completes slash grinding project

The nine projects included in the report were categorized into three sections; tree planting, fertilization, and increased utilization of wood waste. Photo/ Valley Carriers Ltd.

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Merritt is contributing to the green goals of Canada as local company, Valley Carriers Ltd., have converted wood waste into electricity. The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) has given updates on nine of their 134 provincially funded projects, through a recent report.

Among the nine projects was a slash grinding initiative

by Valley Carriers Ltd., which transports wood waste to Merritt Green Energy for energy conversion.

“Basically we went through piles of brush and tops that were left after the logging process,” said Valley Carriers Director of Operations Derek Mobbs.

The operation took place from March 2019 up to March 2022,

covering areas in Peachland, Princeton, and Merritt. The project was able to handle 24,000 cubic metres of wood waste.

“We would go through the roads that were there and we would bring a horizontal grinder and a feed machine,” said Mobbs.

“Trucks would come along to collect the ground wood and bring it to town to the plant, utilizing it for green energy. The fiber itself creates steam which they create energy from and then it goes to the grid, through BC Hydro.”

Initially, Valley Carriers approached FESBC for funding on a slash bundler project but would soon realize that it wasn’t the work they wanted to do. They would

apply for their slash grinding project shortly after.

“After the application was submitted, they approved it and it was on an incremental haul basis, where we would provide a preliminary estimate of what the customer would pay for the product and then land it,” Mobbs explained.

“FESBC provided us the funding to move this stuff from farther out of town. They provided the solution to haul the material that was farther away which we could not afford to reach on our own. In return, our project cuts down on greenhouse gas emissions because it doesn’t have to be burned. It gets brought into town to be converted into power.”

The ‘Accomplishments Update’ report published information on outcomes of the

Province’s $150 million investment under the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund (LCELF). The Government of Canada’s targets under the Paris Agreement are progressing impressively due to the results of these projects.

“The Forest Enhancement Society of BC is a proven partner that delivers onthe-ground forestry projects that protect people and communities from wildfires,” said Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests.

“Our investment in sustainable and innovative forestry projects strengthens our ability to prepare and adapt to the impacts of climate change that put our forests and communities at risk. I recently visited Williams Lake and saw firsthand how the Forest Enhancement Society of BC is working with its

partners to improve forest health, reduce carbon emissions, and pro-

tect BC communities.”

FESBC received $150 million from the Provincial government’s $250 million federal funding in 2017.

The LCELF invested in projects that generated clean growth and reduced carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, this coincides with the country’s madein-Canada climate plan.

134 projects throughout the province were funded by FESBC to create 1,300+ full time-equivalent jobs, plant 66 million trees, and sequester approximately 4.2 million tonnes of CO2e by 2050, which is equivalent to

904,000 gasolinepowered vehicles off the road for one year.

Through these projects, FESBC met the target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the forest sector and increase the capture of carbon through the restoration of forests damaged by disease, insects, and wildfire, under B.C.’s Climate Leadership Plan.

“We are in alignment with the Province of BC, the Government of Canada, and the United Nations

in recognizing that forestry is a significant naturebased tool we can use to take meaningful action against climate change,” said Steve Kozuki,Executive Director, FESBC. “This report showcases the impactful work undertaken by our project partners and the long-term benefits that these projects will bring to the province.”

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Summer Adventure Summer is when I am the most open to exploring; going on hikes, treks, swimming, and any other IZAIAH REYES fun activiHERALD ties. This EDITOR year, with my move to Merritt, I feel that the scope of my boundaries have really expanded and I wanted to see what the area has to offer.

I started looking at other parks, lakes and trails, to get an idea of where I want my next adventure to be, and so far I am really wanting to visit Kentucky Alleyne Provincial Park.

Just 38 kilometres away from Merritt, Kentucky Alleyne, boasts a campground offering many activities, including canoeing, cycling, fishing, hiking, and swimming, which is what I am looking forward to the most.

I first saw the lake last month with a post in TikTok of what looked like a beautiful lake with turquoise colored water, comparable to the ones I’ve seen in Alberta. I showed the video to my Merritt guide, Marius Auer, and he informed me that the lake was in fact Kentucky Alleyne. I quickly made a mental note of this and instantly looked for the best time to go.

Luckily I won’t have to visit the park alone, as I intend to go with my girlfriend at the end of the month. I look forward to the experience and hope to take a lot of great pictures to show my friends and family so that they would be encouraged to visit as well.

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LETTERS to the editor Provincial Healthcare Editor, First, let me give credit to our Provincial Government for the response to restoring access for our community after the devastating flood we in southern BC, specifically in our Merrit/Nicola area.

Restoring the Highway access to the Lower Mainland was swift and effective. This access affected all of us. Our health care access is another matter. I personally have a doctor and have access, but not all share that luxury.

It should not be a luxury. Our country and province concluded that health care must be accessible to all. That is not so. It is only available to those that can access a doctor and if required get scheduled into a specialist at

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sometime in the future. Emergency access is not the answer.

The blame game has been going on too long. The Premier is blaming the Feds for not increasing the funding to our Health Care Program. The under funding has been going on since the inception of the original agreement when the Provincial Government accepted the terms of the Canada Health Act. Every provincial government in Canada faces this challenge The time is overdue to cut out the financial arguments. The Provincial Government who is in charge of the Provincial health care system, must correct the mismanagement and take the under funding battle to another battle field. Fighting with the Feds in this matter is just an unjusti-

fied excuse to keep kicking the can down the road and not giving the public the Health Care they are entitled to.

The Premier is the head of the governing body in charge of our health system in this Province. While he may be on the way out, the time is now for him to correct the injustice which affects all British Colombians and “fix” our health care coverage, which includes reasonable access.

Make the health system available to all in a timely manner and do it now. This could be Premier Horgan’s legacy but it will take intestinal fortitude to do it. The question is, does he have it?

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TEGART: ‘Taking pride in our successes’ JACKIE TEGART VIEW FROM LEGISLATURE I always enjoy touring my vast riding in the summer months, but the experience is even better when I get to share it with my colleagues in the BC Liberal caucus. I feel a huge sense of pride when I have the opportunity to show visitors

all that FraserNicola has to offer.

Last month, I welcomed our team’s Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Critic, MLA Michael Lee, to Merritt.

We will be taking some time to meet with chiefs in the Nicola Valley to discuss a wide range of issues, under the backdrop of our shared goal to advance reconciliation in our communities. I expect our

discussion with the chiefs to shine more light on steps we can take as legislators to help remove barriers and inequities for Indigenous peoples in Merritt and beyond, and create a brighter and more prosperous future for all.

MLA Lee and I will also be touring the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) — B.C.’s Indigenous public post-secondary institute — and meeting with representatives there.

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to show him this beautiful campus which empowers Indigenous learners by strengthening their voice and identity through education. NVIT is such a unique institution that is highly engaged with the community. It has maintained a high standard of excellence that provides students with so many future opportunities and choices.

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LORNEX REACHES SETTLEMENT A settlement has been signed between Steelworkers of America, Local 7619, and Lornex Mines after a six-day bargaining session in Vancouver.

Approximately 400 workers at Lornex Mines were affected by the strike, which lasted for a month. A special meeting of the membership will be held at the Logan Lake Recreation Hall at 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 3.

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All campfires are prohibited in the Kamloops Fire District, which includes Merritt and the Nicola Valley, due to high risk of wildfire. Photo/BC Wildfire Services

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Effective at noon on Thursday, August 4, all campfires will be prohibited in the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes the City of Merritt and surrounding areas.

Due to the high fire danger ratings throughout the area, this new set of provincial regulations will remain in effect until October 15, or until rescinded.

With high temperatures and extremely dry conditions increasing the ever-present threat of wildfires in multiple areas of the province, the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) said in a recent social media post that the decision to ban campfires was made on a regional basis.

“B.C. is a large and geographically diverse province with different

weather influences throughout the province so each of B.C. ‘s six fire centres decide when and where to implement prohibitions,” read the post.

“Multiple factors are taken into consideration when assessing wildfire hazards and deciding whether to implement any open fire prohibition, including current and forecasted weather conditions, the availability of firefighting resources, and the Buildup Index.”

The Buildup Index (BUI) rating is an estimate made by BCWS of the total amount of fuel available for combustion in a given area. This measure allows the service to predict the spread and intensity of a possible wildfire. Taking into account these

factors, BCWS decided to implement a ban in the Kamloops Fire Centre. The City of Merritt is also following the ban, temporarily rescinding all small confined fire permits within City limits.

Personal campfires are prohibited under the new ban, as well as the following items: • Campfires as defined in the Wildfire Regulation; • Category 2 open fire as defined in the Wildfire Regulation; • Category 3 open fire as defined in the Wildfire Regulation; • Fireworks; • Sky lanterns; • Burn barrels or burn cages of any size or description; • Binary exploding

targets; Tiki and similar kinds of torches; and, • Chimineas, outdoor stoves and other portable campfire apparatuses not CSA or ULC approved.

Anyone found in violation of a fire prohibition may be fined up to $1,150. Those who cause wildfires by violating the prohibition may be fined anywhere from $100,000 to $1 million and be sentenced to one year in prison.

To report a wildfire, or open burning violation, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cell phone. For more information on the ban, and for specific information on banned items, call 1-888 3-FOREST or visit: www.bcwildfire.ca.

The Nicola Valley Youth Collaboration Table had its monthly ‘Youth Outreach Lunch’ outside of Scw’exmx Community Health Youth Centre on July 13, giving out lunch, school supplies, and clothing. Izaiah Reyes/Herald

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THURSDAY, August 4, 2022

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Extreme heat safety tips from BC Lung Foundation Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM

Over the past week, most British Columbians have experienced very high temperatures, reaching over 40° C in certain areas of the province. Extreme heat has proven to be a big health risk for people, as proven by the 2021 summer deaths report that highlighted the effect of last year.

The Herald spoke with the Vice President of Health Initiatives and Program Services at the B.C. Lung Foundation, Dr. Menn Biagtan and discussed what they have learned from last year’s heat dome, the health risks associated with extreme heat and safety tips for the current heat wave the province is experiencing.

Dr. Menn Biagtan. Photo/BC Lung Foundation

1) What were the main takeaways from the 2021 heat dome?

“The main take aways are: • People can do some thing to prevent themselves from suffering from any heat related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

• Be prepared as some are caught flatfooted.

• Make resources for people available in the community.

• More public health education is needed especially pre-wildfire season or beginning of the summer.

• Heat affects everyone but there are certain groups of people who are most susceptible to the effects of heat and wildfire smoke i.e., the elderly especially those living alone, those with chronic conditions such as lungs, heart and diabetes, those marginalized group of people, young children etc.

• People should have a plan for what to do in extreme heat.

• Consistent messaging and proper

communications to people (especially those who are susceptible) are necessary.

• Individuals, homes, workplaces, and municipalities should have a plan in place.

Based on the coroner’s report from the heat dome in 2021 many of those who died were elderly people, living alone.

This is why public education is targeting those elderly individuals and living alone.

Health messaging are being provided preseason, heat warning and during extreme heat emergency.”

2) How does the extreme heat affect individuals?

“Extreme heat can affect anyone, but some people may be more susceptible. As the temperature gets hotter, our blood vessels open up to lower the temperature by pumping more blood to the body, making the heart work harder and causing mild symptoms such as skin rash and dizziness.

Excessive sweating from the heat can lead to some fluid loss. All these could lead to lower blood pressure therefore could lead to the symptoms mentioned.

Air quality during heat events could lead to high concentrations of ozone or particulate matter especially if there are wildfires burning nearby. Ozone and particulate matter (PM2.5 ) when inhaled could worsen symptoms of asthma , COPD, and other lung conditions. Heat and poor air quality can affect your body in different ways and some people are susceptible to the effects of both. Heat also poses as a bigger threat than wildfire smoke for most people so prioritize staying cool.

People most likely to be affected: • Older adults, especially those aged 60 and older • People with mental health issues • People who live alone • People with pre-existing health conditions • People who are pregnant • Infants and young children • People with limited mobility • People who are marginalized” 3) What are the best practices to avoid the impact of extreme heat?

• “Create a cooling area in your home ( a room with an air conditioning unit or part of the house that is much cooler).

• Listen to heat alerts or heat warning issued by Environmental Climate Change Canada.

• Know the resources available in your community such as cooling centres like public libraries, malls, recreation centres or any designated space by your municipality.

• Monitor indoor temperatures; 26 °C and below is safe, more than 26°C to 31°C may be harmful to susceptible individuals, prolonged

exposure to temperature above 31°C should be avoided” 4) If affected, what is the best way to treat a person suffering from the extreme heat? Are there actionable steps for instantaneous relief ?

“If you experience these symptoms, you should stay cool, drink a lot of fluid, wear light clothing, limit your activities both indoor and outdoor and stay indoor.

If you don’t have a cooler space inside your home, then you can go to clean air shelters or cooling shelters.

If people are experiencing the following symptoms, then it could be a heat stroke. Treat this as an emergency and call 911.

• High body temperature • Fainting and decrease in concentration • Confusion • Lack of coordination • Very hot red skin While waiting for the paramedics to arrive, the person should drink a lot of fluid, apply a cold or wet towel to the body and go to a cooler space of the house or even better, an airconditioned room.

If you know a loved one who is living alone, call and check on them, especially

during high temperatures. Have a friend check on time to make sure that you will be able to get the medical treatment needed appropriately. You could register at your local health authority’s Buddy Check program and someone from the health authority will reach out to you.”

5) Are there common misconceptions people have in addressing the heat that could do more harm than good?

“Some young, healthy, and “fit” people think that they are immune to heat, but in reality, we are not. Some common questions asked are ‘should they continue exercise routine despite of the heat alerts or warning?’ Yes they can. However, we advise that people should decrease the intensity and time of their exercise. Avoid strenuous activities during this time.

If you have an air conditioning and it’s smoky outside, put it on re-circulate mode. Electric fans only work to a certain extent. We really do not recommend the use of electric fans as it only gives the perception that it cools the air but in reality they do not. They will only circulate the warm air. They don’t lower body temperature and may take multiple fans strategically positioned to move cooler air into the home overnight.”

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THURSDAY, August 4, 2022

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Former Merritt Councillor announces bid to run for Mayor

Mike Goetz’s will be running for Mayor during this October’s municipal election. Photo/ Herald File Photo

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM effective Mayor A former City and have a full-time of Merritt counciljob,” said Goetz, lor, having served 10 years in the role, speaking with the Mike Goetz intends Herald regarding his decision to seek to have his name on the ballot during office once again.

In a social a municipal elecmedia post dated tion for the fourth June 28, Goetz time since 2008.

This time, the long- says he made the decision to run for time local will put Mayor after “this his name forward horrid year,” citing for the position of flooding, fires, and Mayor. great personal loss With his as his motivation to announcement, made via Facebook run. First consulting with his family earlier this month, members, he says Goetz became the third person declar- the motivation to run comes from a ing their intention place of wanting to to run for the top give back. spot in the council Goetz and his chambers this fall. family, along with Incumbent Mayor other Merrittonians Linda Brown and living in the flood Councillor Tony Luck both declared inundation zone, felt the impacts of their intention to November’s atmoseek the Mayor’s spheric river-caused seat in June. While flooding event this is his first time more than anyone. seeking the posiIn recovering from tion, it isn’t Goetz’ this, he has seen the first time considerneed for mitigation ing the option.

“I always, in the efforts, aimed at preventing future back of my mind, climate-caused had wanted to run disasters. for Mayor at some “I was in the point in time. I was flood zone, in working full-time, Zone 4, and we and I thought that got flooded out. you can’t be an Everybody in this

area wants to know about diking and future flood mitigation. We also need to be a FireSmart community, with all the wildfires and heat around us, we need to protect ourselves,” said Goetz, adding he is committed to being a present Mayor.

“I’ll be there for them all the way through everything, no matter how deep it gets. I’ll be there, I’ll walk the streets if you need me there, I’ll help you get back on your feet if something happens. I’ll make sure that council is there as well.”

Goetz said that a main concern of Merrittonians is the effectiveness of the City’s communication in times of crisis, and the transparency of council’s work in general.

He says he is committed to leading a unified and fair council should he be elected Mayor, a role that requires its incumbents to chair council and other committee meetings.

Having served as a city councillor himself from 2008 to 2018, opting then not to seek re-election to focus on his personal life and family, Goetz is confident this experience will make him an effective Mayor and advocate for the residents of the community. He added that honesty, integrity, and accountability are key points of his leadership style.

“The whole idea of a council is

teamwork, it all has to work together.

The Mayor is no more important than a councillor, and everybody needs to work hand-in hand in order for these

things to work,” added Goetz.

“When you work together for the community, the community benefits. Just because you’re a Mayor doesn’t mean

you’ve got all the answers. Some of your best ideas come from people in the community who come to you with an idea.”

While only three individuals have

now declared their intent to run for Mayor in the fall, and only two for council, Goetz is hopeful that others will throw their hat in the ring for what he calls a rewarding

but challenging job.

The 2022 municipal election is set for October 15, and will see Merrittonians elect one Mayor and six Councillors for a four year term.

THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT 2022 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District that a general local election will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022 to elect one (1) Director from each of the following Electoral Areas: • “L” (Grasslands) • “A” (Wells Gray Country) • “M” (Beautiful Nicola Valley – North) • “B” (Thompson Headwaters) • “N” (Beautiful Nicola Valley – South) • “E” (Bonaparte Plateau) • “O” (Lower North Thompson) • “I” (Blue Sky Country) • “P” (Rivers and the Peaks) • “J” (Copper Desert Country) for a four year term commencing November 10, 2022. Candidate nomination applications will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, by appointment, during the following hours: From:

9:00 am Tuesday, August 30, 2022 To: 4:00 pm Friday, September 9, 2022 The TNRD Office will be closed on weekends and statutory holidays

Dropping off nomination forms in person is preferred as this will include a review of all documents to ensure they are filled out correctly, which will mitigate delays in processing the nomination application. To make an appointment please contact the Chief Election Officer at 250 377 7051 or email your request to book an appointment to elections@tnrd.ca Any emailed, mailed, or faxed nomination applications must be witnessed by a commissioner in advance. It will be up to the candidate to ensure documents are completed correctly and delivered to the TNRD by 4pm Friday, September 9, 2022. Candidate nomination applications dropped off in-person can be witnessed by the Chief Election Officer.

By hand, mail or other delivery service: Thompson-Nicola Regional District #300-465 Victoria Street Kamloops BC V2C 2A9

By fax to: 250-372-5048* By email to: elections@tnrd.ca* *Originals of emailed, mailed or faxed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Elections Officer by 4pm September 16, 2022.

Nomination forms are available for download from the TNRD website at https://www.tnrd.ca/regional-government/elections/elections-2022/ or may be picked up from the TNRD office, 4th Floor, 465 Victoria Street Kamloops BC during regular office hours (except weekends and statutory holidays).

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day (October 15, 2022); • Resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

CAMPAIGN PERIOD EXPENSE LIMITS In accordance with the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, for the 2022 general local election, the following expense limit for candidates during the campaign period applies: TNRD Electoral Area Director $5,398.92

THIRD PARTY ADVERTISING LIMITS In accordance with the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, for the 2022 general local elections, the following third party advertising limit applies: TNRD Electoral Area Director $809.84

FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on the candidate nomination process, campaign period expense limits, and third party advertising limits, contact Elections BC Toll-free at 1-800-661-8683, email electionsbc@elections.bc.ca or visit www.elections.bc.ca/local-elections/2022-general-local-elections/.

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New youth social service centre in Kamloops announced Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM

In the attempt to make youth support services accessible across B.C., a new Foundry centre will open in Kamloops.

The facility will serve as another resource for youth in Kamloops and surrounding areas, like Merritt, to address both mental health and substance issues.

Foundry Kamloops will

serve young people aged 12-24 along with their families. Services are catered to fit unique needs, such as drop-in counselling, physical and sexual health care, youth and family peer support and social services.

“We’re thrilled to announce that another Foundry centre is coming to a community in BC,” said Dr. Steve Mathias,

executive director, Foundry.

“We recognize that as a healthcare system and Province, we need to provide stronger and better supports for our young people who may be looking for help for a number of reasons: mental health; substance use; physical health; and employment. The opening of Foundry Kamloops will continue to expand access to

Foundry Kamloops is expected to open in 2024. Photo/Herald File Photo

free and confidential health and wellness supports, and ensure that communities are able to support young people and meet them wherever they’re at.”

To help establish Foundry Kamloops, the Province will be providing a onetime funding of $1 million. Annual funding for operations and services at will be provided thereafter.

“I look forward to celebrating the opening of the centre, which will help countless youth get the help they need,” said Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.

“A new Foundry centre for youth in Kamloops will give young people a safe and judgment-free space to find mental-health, wellness and substance-use supports right in their own community,” ‘A Pathway to Hope’ is the

The return of Rockin’ River Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM Rockin River made its triumphant return after its two-year break due to COVID-19 restrictions. The four-day festival featured 21 talented musical acts which included Tim McGraw, Darius Rucker, and the founder himself, Kenny Hess.

“In my opinion, the event was

very well received by all who came and the acts were fantastic,” Hess exclaimed.

“All I know is I was thrilled to be back performing in front of the music starved fans who braved the heat and the dust to come join us at ‘the River’.”

Hess also mentioned the impact of last year’s

November flooding event to the festival grounds.

However he showered the landowners, Jukebox Entertainment Group, with praise for “an outstanding job considering all the cleanup repairs that had to be done.”

Aside from the outstanding music, patrons were able to enjoy food from truck vendors, and had the opportuni-

ty to beat the heat by going for a dip at the Coldwater River.

“We hope by next year the festival will have everything and more for the people who have shown their support to us through all these years,” said Hess.

“I can’t wait for next year!”

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province’s guide to a well developed system of mental-health and addictions care for British Columbians. An important component of this guide is the youth’s access to supports for mental-health and substance-use.

“The past few years in particular, during the pandemic and the opioid crisis, have highlighted the need for enhanced

social and medical services and peer support for youth,” said Val Janz, chief operating officer, Interior Community Services.

Foundry Kamloops will be operated by Interior Community Services. Janz is the lead agent for Foundry Kamloops.

“Foundry Kamloops will provide a single

access point for youth and their families to get their needs addressed in a timely and coordinated manner.”

Expected to open in 2024, Foundry Kamloops is the third of four new Foundry centres announced recently. An additional eight new Foundry centres are in development in Burns Lake,

East Kootenay (Cranbrook), Port Hardy, Sea to Sky (Squamish), Surrey, CaribooChilcotin (Williams Lake), Fort St. John and the Tri-Cities. In addition, Foundry provincial virtual services can be accessed from anywhere in the province through the Foundry BC app, by phone or foundrybc.ca/ virtual.

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ELECTION The Chief Election Officers for the upcoming School Board Trustees Election on October 15, 2022 are as follows: • City of Merritt: Greg Lowis (250-378-8614) glowis@merritt.ca • Town of Princeton and Area H of the RDOS: Carrie Kassa (250-295-3135) ckassa@princeton.ca • Areas M and N of the TNRD: Jody McGifford (250-315-1108) jmcgifford@365.sd58.bc.ca Interested persons can obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making nominations, including nomination forms at Merritt City Hall, Princeton Town Hall, or the School District 58 Board Office until the end of the nomination period.

Nominations will be received by hand, mail, or other delivery service to any of the above locations from 9:00 am August 30th to 4:00 pm September 9, 2022. (Excluding statutory holidays and weekends). *Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30 pm on September 16, 2022.

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Merritt Rotary Club hosts golf fundraiser tournament

The Rotary Club of Merritt brought back its Friends of Rotary Golf Tournament this year, with players teeing off to raise funds for the club’s local charitable efforts. Photo/Rotary Merritt

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Members of Merritt’s own Rotary Club, as well as other community members, hit the links at the Merritt Golf and Country Club’s nine-hole course to raise money for the organization’s charitable and community efforts.

Multiple teams of Rotarians and community members alike played a competitive-but-casual nine-holes of golf, enjoyed Lower Nicola Band School

a catered dinner, and received lighthearted and fun ‘awards.’ The four-person scramble style tournament had room for 16 teams, and while not quite that many played, the non-profit says turnout was great and there was plenty of fun to be had by all.

“It was really good, we had a good turnout. Our objective was, after two years of COVID, to get together and have some fun, and make some money on the

side. We accomplished both of those,” said Leslee Lucy, president of the Merritt Rotary Club.

“It was a really nice day of getting together with everybody, having a great dinner, and having some fun with the awards after. We didn’t put a lot of seriousness into them, so they were more on the fund side. Nobody was golfing for the awards.”

While final numbers are being calculated, the fundraiser was able to boost the Rotary Club’s bank account, allowing the group to give back to local non-profits, community members, and other initiatives taken on by the club. The Rotary Club of Merritt offers an international student exchange program, scholarships, and multiple community events that support the Nicola Valley.

Kept busy this year by their Merritt Flood Relief fund, which has distributed hundreds of thousands of dollars in fundraised flood recovery money to impacted individuals and families, the group hopes to get back to their usual methods of fundraising. Interrupted by COVID, their popular fundraisers and community events funded their ability to give back.

“The reason these funds are going into general revenue is that we went into COVID with a healthy bank account,

which was a good thing, but we had two years of no fundraising where we continued to give away the usual amount of money. It has depleted us quite a bit,” added Lucy.

“In order to continue to do a lot in our community, we need some money in our bank account. All the fundraising we do going forward will go into our general revenue, so that we can keep supporting community projects.”

While the Rotary Club of Merritt has typically held one major event per year, such as their crab feast or mini-golfing event, Lucy says they hope to branch out and hold several smaller events throughout the year. The club is seeking new members, with its base having shrunken slightly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recently, the club held a pancake breakfast at the Canadian Bluemoon Elvis Festival, organized an electric vehicle information tent at the community Show ‘n Shine, and is actively planning other events and activities throughout the community.

The Rotary Club of Merritt meets every second Wednesday during the summer, and weekly from September 7 on, at the Merritt Legion on Quilchena Avenue.

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Merritt lacrosse player plays in BC Summer Games

Local lacrosse player and Merritt Secondary School student, Roland Quewezance, represented Merritt at the BC Summer Games in Prince George. Photo/Juanita Quewezance

Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM A local Indigenous student athlete represented Merritt at the BC Summer Games in Prince George last month, with 15 year old Roland Quewezance, a Merritt Secondary School student and lifelong lacrosse player, joining up with other students from across the province for a weekend tournament.

The BC Summer games is a pro-

vincially sponsored event composed of dozens of teams from across the province, competing in 21 sports in a variety of skill levels. Having played the sport from an early age, Quewezance was a shoo-in for the ‘Team Indigenous’ lacrosse team.

Having attended try-outs for the BC Games at Shulus arena earlier this year, he was selected that same day. He says the Games were a surprising but positive experience.

“I like the environment of lacrosse,” said Quewezance, who has played the sport since he can remember.

“I didn’t think the games were going to be as big as they were. I thought it was going to be a small lacrosse tournament, and it didn’t strike me until the opening ceremonies how many athletes and people watching there were.”

While the team had a tough time at the tournament, losing all but one game, Quewezance said the experience was one to remember. One of his highlights was a breakaway, where the seasoned player was able to breeze past four of his competitors with ease. Due to the fact that his teammates lived all over the province, Quewezance said only two team practices could be held before it was time for the tournament.

“Despite how we lost, it was still fun to play with the team and to play lacrosse at the BC Games. We only had two practices, since our team was from all over the place,” added Quewezance.

Moving forward, the Nicola Valley Thunder lacrosse team player and MSS student plans to continue honing his skills

in the field of lacrosse. Quewezance plans to try out for the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), which are set to take place from July 15 to 23 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

While Quewezance has worked hard on his own to achieve success in the sport, his journey in lacrosse has been supported by his friends and family. Speaking on the importance of sportsmanship and her son’s achievements, Quewezance’s mother says she has watched her son grow into an athlete.

“From a young age, I’ve always tried to instill in him that his lacrosse team is his other family. You show up for them,

and you’re there for them,” said Juanita Quewezance, Roland’s mother.

“Other than two of the other kids, he had never played with any of these kids before. He had never even met them. I was reminding him that even though he hasn’t played with them as a team, to still think of them as family.”

Quwezance added that she is proud of her sons achievements, at the games and in general, and loves to see him out doing what he loves: playing lacrosse.

The BC Winter Games will be held in Vernon from March 23 to 26, 2023.

Player selections for its teams have not yet been finalized.

Team Indigenous group photo. Photo/Juanita Quewezance

Sagebrush Golf Club named top public course in B.C. Marius Auer REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM

Sagebrush Golf Course, located on the shores of Nicola Lake along Highway 5A, has been named B.C.’s top public golf course by SCOREGolf Magazine. Photo/Herald File Photo

A local golf course has been named the top public course in B.C., and the 13th best course in all of Canada.

Sagebrush Golf Club, located just outside of Merritt along Highway 5A, was given the distinction by SCOREGolf magazine, which releases its ‘Top 100’ style ranking annually.

The Nicola Valley’s own links by the lake was declared a unique destination for golfers by the magazine, highlighting the lower volume of golfers and higher level of service. While the course has been closed for many of the past few seasons due to development, legal, and financial issues, it is now open to the

public.

“Sagebrush is nestled in the heart of British Columbia’s beautiful Nicola Valley. Basically untouched by development, the Nicola Valley has a desert climate situated between Vancouver and BC’s Okanagan region,” said SCOREGolf in their rundown.

“Simply put, Sagebrush Golf & Sporting Club is a unique and extraordinary opportunity for those who don’t always follow the conventional path, or who covet perfect moment experiences.”

The 18 hole course plays at over 7,300 from back tee areas, with golfers enjoying views of Nicola Lake while they tee up their shots. The course also

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Merritt team finishes first season in senior slo-pitch league

Izaiah Reyes NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM For a number of years, the ThompsonShuswap Senior Slo-pitch League has promoted recreation for seniors in Kamloops and surrounding areas.

For season 32, the league featured, for the first time, a Merritt team consisting of our aged slo-pitch enthusiasts looking to have a great time while getting sweat in.

Prior to the formation of Merritt Game On, the local senior ball club, Merritt seniors were already active in the league, playing for different, preexisting ball clubs.

“We played there quite a bit before this season we’ve never had a Merritt team,” said Merritt Game On Team Manager, Cliff Colter.

“We all played

in Kamloops on different teams for a while but there was enough of us to make a team so they invited us to join the league as a Merritt team, so we did.”

Unlike the common slopitch league, the ThompsonShuswap Senior Slo-pitch, does not have any record of teams’ win-loss columns.

“It’s participation moreso than a competition,” said Spencer Colman, president

of the ThompsonShuswap Senior Slo-Pitch League.

“We want seniors to stay active, and in order to stay active there is no required level of skills.”

This season, eight teams from Kamloops, Merritt, and Sorrento were registered. Each team usually consisted anywhere between 14-18 players, with a required minimum of three female members.

The minimum age requirement for females is 45 while males were required to be, at least, 55 years old in order to participate.

“Most of these seniors have previous experience of playing slo-pitch before they got into their senior years,” Colman said.

“They continue to play to stay active and most players come back

every year to see their friends and maintain relationships they’ve established here.”

Overall, players for Merritt Game On had a very positive experience with the new team.

Colter added that the team is always looking for new players, however, as the roster’s availability varied.

“We had 15 registered players, but things come up, things change, people had to miss a few games and whatnot,” he explained.

The seniors played back-toback games every Tuesday and Thursday morning during the season.

Teams alternated between Merritt and Kamloops to play their games.

Merritt Game On played a total of nine home games at Central Park and traveled to Kamloops to play their away

games at Charles Anderson Park.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic occurred, players were asked, as a safety precaution, to bring their own bats and gloves while the league provides the softballs.

Colter asks any local players to consider joining the team for next year. According

offers fly-fishing, with a small lake running adjacent to the thirteenth hole, complete with its own lodge.

The course says its approach of allowing in only 54 golfers a day, less than 30% of what normal golf courses do in a day, makes for a more enjoyable experience.

Sagebrush Golf Club was first established in the early 2000’s, a vision of Canadian PGA

pro-golfer Richard Zokol and golf course designer Rod Whitman.

Operating originally for years as a private course, it is now public after being closed for a few years. The property was most recently purchased by a group of investors from the Lower Mainland who aim to make the course a smashing success.

“Recently, to help the club achieve its ultimate vision,

highly regarded professionals with experience in real estate development, agronomy, and golf operations have become involved. This new group is working hard to achieve the lofty ambitions to which a project like this can aspire,” said Sagebrush on their website.

“What drew attention first remains now, and time has added a maturity that enhances the subtleties of the Whitman and

Zokol design.

Generous fairways and enormous greens give players a sense of freedom that only links golf can provide, yet the challenges are bountiful.”

While building on the course’s past success and current features, the new ownerships group hopes to provide a premier golfing experience, and boost the Nicola Valley’s name in the world of golf.

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advertise again in the fall and throughout the winter and hopefully, we’ll get a few more players out.”

The senior slopitch season takes place from April to July. For more information on how to register for the next season, please contact, Cliff Colter at (250) 280-1116.

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Nicola Valley Museum displays local artist exhibit

Bev Veale’s new exhibit, in collaboration with the museum, displays a number of her original works alongside historical pieces from the museum’s collection. Marius Auer/Herald

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Bev Veale, a well-known local artist and community member, has partnered up with the Nicola Valley Arts Council and Nicola Valley Museum and Archives to curate a display of her works displaying life in the Nicola Valley, a life that the longtime painter and former homesteader knows very well.

The Veale family has resided in the Nicola Valley since the beginning of the 20th century, with parts of her family homesteading here since the turn of the century. While Veale

wouldn’t reside in the Valley until the 60s, with her immediate family initially settling near Vernon, the artist’s connection to the community is undeniable throughout her conversation with the Herald.

“This is the Nicola Valley.

There’s all sorts of odd things, good things, and beautiful things here. It’s an inspirational place,” said Veale.

“I was up in the cross country-ski area with my cousin, and we stopped right at the apex. I looked over to the left and there were two big trees with a

stump in between.

The stump was higher than I was, and it looked like an elephant. I did a painting about it.”

Veale said she is continuously inspired by the Nicola Valley, with this collection highlighting the storied history and culture of the area. Veale paints primarily in water-based oil paints, but has expanded her scope to try out more mediums. While things have been busy for her with art shows and other events, Veale hopes to get back to creating her art soon.

“I’ve got some pieces that are partially done that I let go for a little bit until things settled

down, but I’m hoping to get back to my art, and make that my prime focus for the future.”

Previously serving as a Recreation Specialist in the Canadian Armed Forces, includ-

ing three years in Germany during the Cold War, Veale went on to attend the University of Victoria, work for the City of Vernon, and run her family’s homestead in the Nicola Valley.

Veale truly considers Merritt home.

Many of Veale’s years at her family’s homestead were spent setting up and running the Kinnikinic Homestead, a small business inviting people from all over B.C. and the world to experience homestead life in the Nicola Valley.

This experience is also conveyed through her newest installation.

“The people here have been

very kind to me, the weather has been kind, and I like the Nicola Valley very much.

I hope it doesn’t get too civilized,” added Veale with a laugh.

“There’s a lot of talent in the Valley, an awful lot of really high quality talent. It’s been a long time getting to this point, and there’s a really enthusiastic group helping the arts get along. It’s a pleasure to be a

part of that. I feel great about what they’re doing.”

Veale’s exhibit is currently on display at the Nicola Valley

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Sister:WITH HilaryCLASS Fletcher1(David) of Ajax, Ont TRUCK DRIVERS . Nieces & Nephews: McLean (Pete) of Mt. Albert, Local steady Sian work Ontario, Julie (Andy) Bains of Whitby Ontario, and Anthony ST ND 1(Kim) & 2 of YEAR MECHANICS North Bay Ontario. Grandnephews: William & Hugh Bain, Samuel, WORKERS Benjamin & Timothy McLean, Owen AGRICULTURAL & Finn Fletcher Local Area A Celebration of life will be held at Crossroads LICENCED SECURITY GUARDS Community Church in Merritt BC on Excellent medical & dental plan Saturday, August 6th at 2pm.

In Lieu of flowers, please consider atodonation to Ska-lu-la Please submit resume in person 1195 Houston Street, Merritt B.C. workshop in honor of her beloved daughter 250-378-6161 Kathryn. (Ska-Lu-La Workshop, Rustybrewer1943@gmail.com, 250-378-4744)

Yvonne Marie (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) McGhan FIRST NATIONS SUPPORT WORKER 1936-2022

School District No. 58 is accepting applications for a First Nations Support Worker in Merritt.

Yvonne was born in Wauchope, SK August 15, applicant 1936 and passed Theonsuccessful must away have the following: July623, 2022 inrecent Merritt, 1. peacefully Grade 12onplus months post-secondary in human or social service BC. She wasorpredeceased byrelated her field. coursework equivalent in husband Elber,experience who has been 2. loving One Year of recent with Aboriginal students and families in an patiently awaiting to have her by his educational or recreational environment. along awareness with two of their daughters, 3. side Cultural of the First Nations and Aboriginal community. and Lisette, whom they tragically 4. Toni Demonstrated effectiveness, initiative and flexibility in identifying and lost.

Yvonne leaves behind two sons, performing tasks in support of educational goals for Aboriginal students.

Mike (Lynn) and Kelly and two daughters, Giselle and Loree (Jack). Outliving 5. Demonstrated ability to communicate and maintain effective working her twin brothers Jack (Wendy) and Bob (Lynda), she leaves behind her sister relationships with the public, students, teachers, Principals and other Diane (John). employees of the District.

Mom was a keenability homemaker talented seamstress. lovedinto First laugh Nations and 6. Demonstrated to beand a cultural resource She person Pa supplied the funnies. cultural heritage and history with demonstrated cultural sensitivity for all Heartfelt thanks for the care and kindness Dr. Goetz provided throughout her Aboriginal nations. years.knowledge Thank you too, Gillis Houseand staffthe for their attention and compassion, 7. final Working of computers ability to organize and maintain along with Interiorsystems.

Health. record keeping There will be a private memorial for both Mom and Dad at a later date. Please Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on consider a donation to the BC Cancer Society or a charity dear to you.

Jobs, Support Positions, and Current Job Opportunities (Job Code 3259682) Condolences be sentoutlining to the family from background and complete with cover letter andmay resume relevant www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com work experience and three (3) professional references. Please include all relevant certifications during the 250-554-2577 application process.

For further information please contact Jody McGifford – Executive Assistant at 250.315.1100.

Coldwater Indian Band School Job Posting

THE ANGEL EARLY CHILDHOODON EDUCATOR YOUR SHOULDER

The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the

By Jackie Huston Lena, Wisconsin position of Early Childhood Educator.

Qualifications an angel onDiploma your shoulder • CompletionThere’s Early Childhood Education • Knowledge of Nlaka’pamux language Coldwater Community Though you may notand know she’s there, an asset • Experience with formative assessment practices is an asset She watches over you day and night • First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain • Criminal Record And Check keeps you in her care.

angel on your Preference willThere’s be given toan those applicants who:shoulder • have knowledge of Nlaka’pamux Watching youlanguage learn and andColdwater grow • have classroom teaching experience Keeping you safe from danger • have experience delivering the Aboriginal Head Start Program And nurturing your soul.with the BC Human • have Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special Program She’ll be there through your triumphs Rights Tribunal) • valid driver’sShe’ll licensedance on clouds with pride, • reliable form of transportation She’ll hold your hand through

How to apply disappointments and fears, - Your application portfolio must include the following documents: • Cover Letter Standing faithfully by your side.

In her lifetime this angel was strong and true, • Resume • Copies of valid required certification And stood up for what was right.

• Three references

In your life you’ll be faced with decisions and trials

Closing Date: On-going until this position is filled. Only Short Listed And she’ll shine down her guiding light.

Applicants will be contacted. holdswillsobemuch for you, *SuccessfulLife applicants subjectintostore a vulnerable sector criminal record check.*So remember as you grow older,

There heights cannot reach Please sendare your no application to: you Principal, Coldwater School Box 4600,there’s Merritt, BC, 1B8 • Fax: (250)shoulder.

378–9212 ‘Cause anV1K angel on your Email: principal@coldwaterschool.ca

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The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the position of Secretary. position of Secretary.

Qualifications Qualifications • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent preferred Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent preferred • Bondable Bondable • Fluent in excel/word & other Microsoft applications Fluent in excel/word & other Microsoft applications • Strong written and verbal communication skills Strongto written and verbal communication skills and tact in the routine • Ability communicate effectively using courtesy • exchange Ability to communicate of informationeffectively using courtesy and tact in the routine exchange of information • Valid Driver’s License • First Certificate (or be willing to get) Valid Aid Driver’s License • Firstand AidResponsibilities Certificate (or bewill willing to get) Duties include: • Performs all duties and in accordance with job Duties and Responsibilities will responsibilities include: School policies, standards and procedures as • description, Performs allColdwater duties and responsibilities in accordance with job directed by the Coldwater Schoolpolicies, Principal. description, Coldwater School standards and procedures as • Basic Bookkeeping and Data EntryPrincipal. directed by the Coldwater School • Assist with payroll preparation Basic Bookkeeping and Data Entry • Assist Provides reception, office and administration support for the withgeneral payroll preparation School ~reception, Assists inoffice the development and distribution of the • Coldwater Provides general and administration support for School Newsletter, material and otherand information.

Coldwater School ~promotional Assists in the development distribution of the • Assists in the maintaining of paper and filing systems for School Newsletter, promotional material andelectronic other information. correspondence and other material. filing systems for • School Assists records, in the maintaining of paper and electronic • Performs other correspondence duties and responsibilities as necessary in the School records, and other material. of the position as assigned byasthe necessary Coldwater in School • performance Performs other duties andand responsibilities the Principal performance of the position and as assigned by the Coldwater School Principalwill be given to those applicants who: Preference •Preference have a minimum of two will be given toyears’ those experience applicants who: • (as per Special Program with the BC Human • have have aAboriginal minimumancestry of two years’ experience Tribunal) ancestry (as per Special Program with the BC Human • Rights have Aboriginal

Tribunal) HowRights to apply -How Yourtoapplication portfolio must include the following documents: apply • WHMIS Certificate - Your application portfolio must include the following documents: • references • 3 WHMIS Certificate • Copy of valid driver’s license • 3 references • Closing Copy ofDate: valid driver’s On-goinglicense until this position is filled. Only Short Listed Applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: On-going until this position is filled. Only Short Listed *Successful will be subject to a vulnerable sector criminal Applicants willapplicants be contacted. record check.* *Successful applicants will be subject to a vulnerable sector criminal

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Coldwater Indian Band School ColdwaterJob Indian Band School Posting Posting BUS Job DRIVER/JANITOR

Coldwater Indian Band School Coldwater Indian Band School Job Posting Job Posting SECRETARY SECRETARY

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BUS DRIVER/JANITOR

The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the position of BusSchool Driver/Janitor.

The Coldwater is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the Qualifications position of Bus Driver/Janitor.

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent Qualifications • have aofvalid Class license and current driver’s abstract • Must Completion Grade 12 4orDriver’s equivalent • to communicate courtesy and tact in the routine • Ability Must have a valid Classeffectively 4 Driver’s using license and current driver’s abstract exchange of information • Ability to communicate effectively using courtesy and tact in the routine • Physical ability to perform the required duties (e.g. lift and carry 50 lbs.) exchange of information • Experience operating a 25 passenger bus and following all BC motor • Physical ability to perform the required duties (e.g. lift and carry 50 lbs.) vehicle laws and regulations • Experience operating a 25 passenger bus and following all BC motor • First Aid Certification (or be willing to get) vehicle laws and regulations Duties include: • Firstand AidResponsibilities Certification (or will be willing to get) • Transports students to and from school in accordance with defined Duties and Responsibilities will include: routes • Transports students to and from school in accordance with defined • Performs all bus maintenance and required travel logs routes • Performs a variety of janitorial, minor maintenance and repairs, as well • Performs all bus maintenance and required travel logs as grounds keeping tasks in and around school buildings according to • Performs a variety of janitorial, minor maintenance and repairs, as well approved position description and schedule as grounds keeping tasks in and around school buildings according to • Clean and sanitize school equipment and furniture as required for COVID approved position description and schedule protocols • Clean and sanitize school equipment and furniture as required for COVID • Basic maintenance of the school heating and cooling systems protocols Preference will be given to those applicants who: • Basic maintenance of the school heating and cooling systems • have a minimum of two years’ experience Preference will be given to those applicants • have Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special who: Program with the BC Human • Rights have a Tribunal) minimum of two years’ experience • have Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special Program with the BC Human How to apply Rights - Submit a Tribunal) resume with the following: HowWHMIS to apply • Certificate - Submit a resume with the following: • 3 references • Copy WHMIS • of Certificate valid driver’s license and current driver’s abstract • 3 references *Successful applicants will be subject to a • Copy of valid driver’s license and current driver’s abstract vulnerable sector criminal record check.* *Successful applicants will be subject to a Closing Date: On-going until this position is filled. Only Short Listed vulnerable sector criminal record check.* Applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: On-going until this position is filled. Only Short Listed Please send your application to: Principal, Coldwater School Applicants will4600, be contacted.

Box Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 • Fax: (250) 378–9212 Please sendEmail: your application to: Principal, Coldwater School principal@coldwaterschool.ca Box 4600, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 • Fax: (250) 378–9212 Email: principal@coldwaterschool.ca

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

Success for ALL Learners, Today and Tomorrow

FIRST NATIONS SUPPORT WORKER School District No. 58 is accepting applications for a First Nations Support Worker in Merritt.

The successful applicant must have the following: 1. Grade 12 plus 6 months recent post-secondary in human or social service coursework or equivalent in related field.

2. One Year of recent experience with Aboriginal students and families in an educational or recreational environment.

3. Cultural awareness of the First Nations and Aboriginal community.

4. Demonstrated effectiveness, initiative and flexibility in identifying and performing tasks in support of educational goals for Aboriginal students.

5. Demonstrated ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, teachers, Principals and other employees of the District.

6. Demonstrated ability to be a cultural resource person in First Nations cultural heritage and history with demonstrated cultural sensitivity for all Aboriginal nations.

7. Working knowledge of computers and the ability to organize and maintain record keeping systems.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on Jobs, Support Positions, and Current Job Opportunities (Job Code 3259682) complete with cover letter and resume outlining relevant background and work experience and three (3) professional references. Please include all relevant certifications during the application process.

For further information please contact Jody McGifford – Executive Assistant at 250.315.1100.

Call to advertise at 250.378.4241

CURRENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES

We are currently inviting applications for the position(s) of:

POSITION

Manager of Human Resources Temporary Education Assistant - Central Elementary Temporary Education Assistant - Nicola Canford First Nations Support Worker StrongStart Coordinator Hot Lunch Program Coordinator–Bench Elementary Noon-Hour Supervisors – all schools Noon-Hour Supervisor – Collettville Elementary Relief Clerk Typist Relief Custodian Relief Bus Driver Relief Education Assistant

JOB CODE 3276925 3296114 3296111 3259682 3256009 3272011 3259708 3179253 3256003 3259601 3255978 3259613

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

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Work Wanted

Job Posting Coldwater Indian Band School PRIMARY TEACHER Job(K-3) Posting JOB POSTINGS JOB POSTINGS COMMUNITY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE Interim-Full-time REPRESENTATIVE UnderCOMMUNITY the direction of Xwisten’sHEALTH Health Manager, the CHR is responsible for providing

Interim-Full-time health promotion and prevention programs for Xwisten community members.

Under the direction of Xwisten’s Health Manager, the CHR is responsible for providing health promotion and prevention programs for Xwisten community members.

Full-Time (35 Hrs. per week – Flexible Hours)

HOME COMMUNITY CARE WORKER - HCCP HOME COMMUNITY CARE - for HCCP Under the direction of Xwisten’s Health Manager, theWORKER CHR is responsible providing

(35 Hrs.programs per week for – Flexible health promotionFull-Time and prevention XwistenHours) community members.

Under the direction of Xwisten’s Health Manager, the CHR is responsible for providing health promotion and prevention programs for Xwisten community members.

Full Time Permanent Position

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR EARLY EDUCATOR Working as a member of theCHILDHOOD Ama7 Swa7 Home & Community Care Program, Under the

Full Time Permanent Position direction of Home and Community Care Nurse, the successful candidate will provide Working as aofmember thebyAma7 Home & Community Care Program, Under on the delegation tasks setofout HCCNSwa7 around personal care to clients living at home direction and will Community Nurse, theclients successful candidate provide reserve.

In of thisHome role, you travel to Care homes where require personalwill care.

Daily/ delegation of tasks set out Logs

by HCCN around personaltocare to clients living list. at home on Weekly Journaling are to be submitted HCCN as per client reserve. In this role, you will travel to homes where clients require personal care. Daily/ Weekly Journaling Logs are to be submitted to HCCN as per client list.

Full Time Permanent Position

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR Bridge River Head Start / Daycare Program is seeking an individual to commit to

Full Time Permanent Position providing high quality care to children aged 0-6 years with interest in working in a Bridgeprogram River Head / Daycare Program is seeking an individual to commit unique andStart ensuring that there is use of best practice provided during to the providing high quality care to children aged 0-6 years with interest in working in a program delivery. unique program and ensuring that there is use of best practice provided during the program delivery.

ASSISTANT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR Full Time Permanent Position ASSISTANT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR Bridge River Head Start / Daycare Program is seeking an individual to commit to

Full Time Permanent Position providing high quality care to children aged 0-6 years with interest in working in a is seeking an individual to commit Bridgeprogram River Head / Daycare Program unique andStart ensuring that there is use of best practice provided during to the providing high quality care to children aged 0-6 years with interest in working in a program delivery. unique program and ensuring that there is use of best practice provided during the program delivery.

Only those short listed will be contacted and to apply submit resumes and cover letter:: Only those short listed will be contacted Garysubmit Forsyth, Administrator and to apply resumes and cover letter:: Fax: 250-256-7999 E-mail: administrator@xwisten.ca Gary Forsyth, Administrator

The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants apply for the PRIMARY (K-3)toTEACHER position of Primary (K-3) Teacher.

Qualifications The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the • position Bachelor’s degree(K-3) or higher qualification in education of Primary Teacher.

• Qualifications Valid BC teaching certificate required (or be in application of) • • Experience in class in lessons Bachelor’sintegrating degree or technology higher qualification education • • Experience with Firstcertificate Nation schools an(or asset Valid BC teaching required be in application of) • • Experience developingtechnology and implementing Experienceinintegrating in class IEP’s lessons • • Excellent communication, leadership skills Experience with First Nation schoolsand an interpersonal asset • • Knowledge BC curriculum and experience Experienceofin the developing and implementing IEP’s with Saxon Math, Reading Master are an asset • Readwell, Excellentand communication, leadership and interpersonal skills • • Willing to continue to gain new knowledge skills, bewith flexible, positive Knowledge of the BC curriculum and and experience Saxon Math, and a team and player Readwell, Reading Master are an asset • • First Aid to Certificate to obtain Willing continueor towilling gain new knowledge and skills, be flexible, positive • Criminal Record Check and a team player • First Aid to obtain who: Preference willCertificate be given or to willing those applicants Criminal RecordofCheck • • have knowledge Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater Community • Preference have classroom will be teaching given to experience those applicants who: • • have Primary levels haveexperience knowledgeatofthe Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater Community • • have formative assessment practices is an asset haveexperience classroomwith teaching experience • • have professional experience haveadditional experience at the Primary levels and/or post-secondary courses • inhave with formative is an asset earlyexperience childhood education, earlyassessment learning andpractices early literacy haveAboriginal additionalancestry professional experience courses • • have (as per Special and/or Programpost-secondary with the BC Human in early childhood education, early learning and early literacy Rights Tribunal) • have Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special Program with the BC Human How to apply Rights Tribunal) - Your application portfolio must include the following documents: How to apply • Cover Letter application portfolio must include the following documents: • - Your Resume Cover of Letter • • Copies valid required certification Resume • • Three references • Copies of valid required certification Closing Date: On-going until this position is filled. Only Short Listed • Three references Applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: On-goingwill until position is filled. Only Short Listed *Successful applicants be this subject to a vulnerable sector criminal Applicants will be contacted. record check.* *Successful applicants will be subject to a vulnerable sector criminal Please send your application to: Principal, Coldwater School record check.* Box 4600, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 • Fax: (250) 378–9212 Please send yourprincipal@coldwaterschool.ca application to: Principal, Coldwater School Email: Box 4600, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 • Fax: (250) 378–9212 Email: principal@coldwaterschool.ca

Deadline: Open until filled Fax: 250-256-7999 E-mail: administrator@xwisten.ca Deadline: Open until filled

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Coldwater Indian Band School Job Posting EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR The Coldwater School is inviting qualified applicants to apply for the position of Early Childhood Educator.

Qualifications • Completion Early Childhood Education Diploma • Knowledge of Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater Community an asset • Experience with formative assessment practices is an asset • First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain • Criminal Record Check Preference will be given to those applicants who: • have knowledge of Nlaka’pamux language and Coldwater • have classroom teaching experience • have experience delivering the Aboriginal Head Start Program • have Aboriginal ancestry (as per Special Program with the BC Human Rights Tribunal) • valid driver’s license • reliable form of transportation

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MLS #168345

2160 ELLIS ROAD $1,140,000

This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is situated on a beautiful, fenced lot with plenty of room for entertaining. The kitchen has great counter space and plenty of cupboard space. MLS #167508

203 BASALT (LOGAN) $539,475

Beautiful flat 8.72 acres located in Sunshine Valley only 15 mins from Merritt. This 2-bedroom 1 bathroom home is nestled in a private setting with a large built-in garage.

MLS#168380

Looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, but just a 30-40 Minute drive to all major amenities? Then look no further!

MLS#168375

5972 BEECH

405 DALADON (LOGAN)

$980,000

$699,900

U RED

Nice 1-acre flat lot less than 15 minutes from Merritt in an area any outdoorsman would love. Great area for hunting, fishing, and all outdoorsman activities!

MLS #167754

LOT 3235 IRON MOUNTAIN $999,000

Rare, beautiful 160 acres within the ALR only 20 minutes south of Merritt. There are a variety of choice locations to build your dream home or start your own ranch.

MLS #165441

137 ASPEN (LOGAN) $389,000

This will be a great family home with a little TLC. 3 beds and 1.5 baths up. With a large unfinished area down as well as 2 partially finished beds, large laundry, and a workshop area.

MLS #167296

75 Acres Zoned CR1 (Minimum 2-acre parcels) and (SH1 Minimum 5-acre parcels). This property is all flat useable land and ready for development.

MLS #167169

2713 GRANITE $498,900

The lovely end unit offers south facing large yard and an extended cement deck off the living room giving you lots of room for patio furniture to enjoy those summer nights. MLS #167350

481 KANE VALLEY RD $898,000

Hurry! This 4-bedroom single story with a full basement in a great location won’t last long. The home is situated on a large 12,600-square-foot lot so there will be plenty of room to build an additional shop or granny suite MLS #167015

Welcome to 4 seasons of recreational paradise! This 1 1/2 story, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on 10 acres with endless trails & access to crown land & lakes right out of your backyard.

MLS#168635

An exceptional & rare offering located on Beech Road approx.

22 minutes north of Merritt. This 14.15 Acre consists of a 3 bed, 2 bath beautiful country home that sits west facing with stunning views MLS #168310

1601 NICOLLS RD $1,325,000

Riverfront 13.75 Acres of flat land in the beautiful Sunshine Valley just 10 minutes from Merritt! This property is fenced, x fenced and has 2 shallow wells, an irrigation pond MLS#168153

Quality built 4-year-old home in a new subdivision. A large entryway leads up into this gorgeous open concept home.

MLS #167410

18-1703 MENZIES $110,000

A wonderful bachelor unit with an excellent tenant who is willing to stay. Nicola Apartments is a great first-time buyer building or an investment holding property.

MLS #167494

Royal LePage Property Management

For all rental inquiries, please contact Kevin Dunn or Crystal Chandler.

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

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

920 COLDWATER $1,095,000

CED

U RED

*REDUCED TO SELL* This is a wonderful 4-bedroom family home on a desirable 1.5 acres only minutes from Merritt City center.

MLS #167662