CENTS ICEBREAKER CENTS WIN BACK SET FOR THIS TO BACK DIVISION WEEKEND /PAGE GAMES /PAGE 17 16 merrittherald.com merrittherald.com
LOCAL NAMED ARENASTO AND LOCAL RINKS DEEMED ROCKIN’ RIVER SAFE /PAGE LINEUP /PAGE1711
Nicola Voice Since Since 1905 1905 Nicola Valley’s Valley’s News News Voice
bcclassified.com bcclassified.com
MERRITT HERALD THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2017 • MERRITT NEWSPAPERS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2018 • MERRITT NEWSPAPERS
INSIDE... INSIDE...
FREE FREE
CLIMATE CHANGE BUSINESS BOOM The Chief of the Lower Nicola
Local businesses reported an Indian Band is bringingafter a wealth increase in customers the of experience to a provincial local tourism hub was moved panelexit on climate change. from 286 to the Baillie House. / Page 3
/PAGE 3
SHELTER EXAMINED OPENING OPTIONS The NicolaofValley Shelter Society Residents the Eldorado mobile is ready to open the doors to a home park want to avoid a repeat newly-designated winter of the last two years, whenshelter their on Nicola Avenue. homes were threatened by rising waters.
COUNTRY
/ Page 55 /PAGE TRAFFIC MAKE ORWOES BREAK
HAPPY
LIGHTS HALLOWEEN AHOLIDAY SPOOKYSEASON GOOD TIME games, prizes, costumes, a haunted house and — of course — a kicksThere off inwere Merritt this week ascool Country whole lot of events candy at theplace well attended Merritt Spooktacular. Christmas take throughoutCity theofcity. PHOTOS /PAGE 18The 2017 edition had the best attendance on record with 1,100 people taking part in the annual Halloween event held on Oct. 20. Michael Potestio/Herald
The CELEBRATION of a lifetime begins here.
More online at
merrittherald.com
closure of a trucklooking stop attothe AThe local bus company Wagon West Travel area Plazahas hasuntil led service the Merritt to commercial truckers parking Dec. 1 to get buses on the road town, says Merritt’s —illegally or elseintheir application may mayor. be scrapped.
MERRITT FUNERAL CHAPEL
/ Page 14 11 /PAGE
A Division of Service Corporation International (Canada) ULC
Taking care of each other is what a community is all about. Local & Caring. Proudly supporting our community since 1929. Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri.: 10:00am - 3:00pm • Wednesday 1:00pm - 6:00pm / 2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC
On-call 24 Hrs. a day: 250-378-2141 or 1-800-668-3379 • www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com
2 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
LEGACY
112 1700 Garcia Street Box 2257 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
250.378.6941
Outstanding Agents, Outstanding Results.
Janis Post
PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION
250-315-3672 janis@janispost.com
Don Ward 250-315-3503
donwardproperty2@gmail
Melody Simon 250-315-8539
Karen Bonneteau
PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION
melodyproperty2@gmail.com
250-315-5178 kbonneteau@telus.net
Contact us for a complete list of listings.
4-311 Highway 8
1638 Lindley Creek Road
1670 Chestnut Avenue
1852 Coldwater Avenue
MLS#147277 $49,000 Immaculate 2 bedroom home (possible 3rd bedroom in addition). Open design, double glazed wood frame windows w/ safety locks, island kitchen & new decks.
MLS#143517 $79,900 Bring your building ideas! This lot has a nice slope to it, and R2 zoning, which allows for a new manufactured home on full concrete foundation.
MLS#148691 $85,000 Duplex lot ready for building ideas. Great location with many new homes! Located on a cul-de-sac and both close to nature and close to downtown.
MLS#147606 $175,000 Two bedroom, possibly three bedroom, 1 bathroom home located within walking distance from downtown Merritt and all it has to offer. New hot water tank and some updated vinyl windows.
6601 Monck Park Road
2463 Priest Avenue
1299 Garcia Street
2980 Panorama Drive
MLS#147206 $199,000 One acre lake view property located at Nicola Lakeshore Estates, 2.5 hours from downtown Vancouver. Exquisite property with breathtaking views, experience for yourself!
MLS#145499 $199,000 4,600 sqft shop space, cinder block walls, C-3 zoning, located on 6,100 sqft lot with alley access. Excellent space for any number of trades. Current leasehold tenant in place.
MLS#148563 $219,900 Excellent 3 BR 1 BA home in a good area of Merritt within walking distance to downtown! Perfect for a first time home buyer or someone looking to downsize. Lots of room for your RV.
MLS#147258 $239,000 Amazing views from this 6.35 acre parcel of land with incredible building sites. Lots of water and a variety of areas to build your dream home and outbuildings.
2699 Irvine Avenue
SOLD
MLS#148777 $264,900 This 4 BR 2 BA home offers plenty of storage space, new highefficiency furnace, fresh paint and much more. Budget-friendly and walking distance to schools and shopping.
2138 Parker Drive
SOLD
Choose Wisely Choose RE/MAX 4 local agents with 37 years
1591 Bann Street
MLS#146400 $355,000 Nice family home in nice neighbourhood, with 3 bedrooms on the upper level, master bedroom has a large ensuite; also has a 2-car garage and more!
2180 Taylor Place
of combined experience, MLS#148392 $379,000 Very nice 4 BR, 2 BA family home located on the view side of Parker Drive. New roof in 2017, deck upgrades in Oct. 2018, attached carport, and RV parking.
2176 Priest Avenue
servicing the Nicola Valley. 1775 Blair Street
2076 Coutlee Avenue
2740 Pooley Avenue
MLS#147271 $850,000 Prime commercial space for your next great business idea! 6400 sqft of retail space, 2100 sqft warehouse area. Great location and exposure, easy access.
2040 Granite Avenue
NEW
NEW MLS#148916 $399,900 Spacious home 2 BR 2 BA. .25 acre lot, manicured trees/perennials, greenhouse and garden. 24 x 38 detached heated garage/workshop w/65 amp sub panel and wired for 220.
MLS#148891 $389,900 3 BR, 2 BA, two-storey family house on quiet cul de sac in a lovely neighbourhood. This home has had many recent renovations including brand new roof in Oct 2017 - must see!
MLS#147076 $404,900 Nice family home only minutes walking distance to the downtown core. Three bedrooms up and three down, plus a detached shop.
MLS#144831 $499,900 6,500 sqft downtown commercial space, currently used as bowling alley (think turn-key business!), includes land and parking in the rear.
NITY U T R PO P O T GREA 5240 Dot Ranch Cutoff Road - $1,499,000
Room to grow in the Sunshine Valley! 160 acres of opportunity with the flair of history and adventure. Enjoy a 4,500 sqft. home (4BR and 3BA) with excellent views, as well as a movein ready caretaker mobile home. Sandy loam soil and the necessary water rights are both yours on this truly amazing property. MLS numbers 146404 and 146403.
MLS#148893 $595,000 Turnkey business opportunity. This well-appointed hair salon is being sold with building and all equipment included. Salon has loyal clientele for hair, tanning, clothing, aesthetics.
6355 Stagecoach Trail
MLS#146207 $5,900,000 Unique development opportunity! Existing championship golf course with 37 strata lot development. Sagebrush Golf Course at Nicola Lake, on 299+ acres.
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 3
www.merrittherald.com
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
INSIDE
LOCAL BUSINESS
Visitors spilling out to downtown
Opinion ---------------------- 6-7 Sports ------------------------- 17 Classifieds ------------------- 20
Online
this week merrittherald.com
Outage increase The Baillie House in Merritt offers a complimentary picnic area for travellers. Dara Hill/Herald
Moving the visitors centre to the Baillie House has helped downtown businesses. Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
The B.C. visitor centre at exit 286 may be closed, but Merritt’s Baillie House is more alive than ever. A grand total of 13,294 travellers made their way to the visitor information centre at the Baillie House in Merritt between July and September of this year. That’s an increase of 27.6 per cent from the same quarter in 2017. The tourism centre was open for 736 hours during
this three-month period, according to a report prepared for the City of Merritt. An average of 144.5 people per day stopped by to use the complimentary picnic area, use the washroom, ask for directions or learn about what the area has to offer. The busiest day reported was Aug. 5, with a total of 301 guests stopping by. The majority of visitors over the three-month period were from B.C., the report states, and the washroom was used significantly more than other
Council seeks public input on cannabis shop
years — approximately 40 people per day. “We used this opportunity to tell them about other washroom facilities that are available in the downtown area if they visit when we are closed,” the report reads, going on to state staff have heard from local businesses that they are “also experiencing an upswing in visitor traffic and sales” since the visitor centre at exit 286 closed in January. “More visitors are coming downtown and are staying to eat or go to the museum or visit the sports shops.” The Grand Pub & Grill is one such establishment that has reported an
Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
The City of Merritt wants to hear what local residents have to say about a proposed dispensary in town. Mayor and council voted to seek public consultation on Quilchena Cannabis
s t e u q n a B s a m t Chris
increase in business since the former visitor centre closed down. Owner Dana Egan told the Herald she began to notice an uptick between April and May of this year. “My crew kind of knows who the locals are — our regulars and stuff,” she said, noting the newcomers were obvious. “My staff are a good crosssection of the community already, so you can tell when they are tourists.” Barb Watson, manager at the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives, said it’s a similar story from where she is standing.
Company’s plan to open a shop at 1937 Quilchena Avenue at a regular meeting on Nov. 13. They will be requesting feedback from the community in the form of written submissions between Nov. 22 and Dec. 13. It was noted by Mark Brodrick, the city’s planning and development services manager,
“We definitely have [noticed an increase in guests] with the visitor’s centre being closed up,” Watson said. “We are not usually open on the weekends except for in the summer time, and Saturdays were always a very dead day but Saturday is definitely a pick-up day this year.” With more traffic being diverted downtown, Watson said more people are walking around and noticing signs for the museum and choosing to stop by. “We get wonderful comments — we have a beautiful museum for a small town.”
that Merritt Youth and Family Resource Society, while not having yet completed their building permit application, is planning to provide daycare services at a location across the street at 1914 Quilchena Avenue.
See ‘LOCATION’ Page 9
A new BC Hydro report has found the number of storm events the Crown corporation has responded to has tripled in the past five years, with climate change to blame.
Search ‘BC HYDRO’
Swearing in John Chenoweth officially joined Gordon Swan and Brian Jepsen to form Merritt’s trio of school trustees, and Everett Hoisington is now on the job as the district’s rural trustee.
Search ‘TRUSTEES’
Faith column Pastor Narayan Mitra discusses the movement to create a greater sense of equality among the sexes, races and different socioeconomic classes of people.
Search ‘MITRA’
Book your party with us
We offer: Indian Cuisine, Prime Rib or Turkey Dinners
With room for 80 people and a relaxing atmosphere why not let us do the work for you, while you enjoy your evneing.
Mughal Garden Restaurant & Cafe located at the Merritt Desert Inn
250-378-2254
4 • THURSDAY, November 15, 2018
www.merrittherald.com
City of Merritt
CITY
COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Regular Council Meeting – November 27th Regular Council Meeting – December 18th
Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in the Mayor’s Office at City Hall (second floor), 2185 Voght Street. Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses. If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor please contact Corporate Services at 250-378-8614
For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, November 30, 2018 by: Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca
PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY November 27th, 2018 at 7:00PM
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday November 27th, 2018 in the Council Chambers at Merritt City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed bylaw amendment:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 1 DISTRICT LOT 122 KAMLOOPS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT PLAN 29638 EXCEPT PLANS 29655, 30473 AND KAP87829, PID 004-240-031, 2900 Pooley Ave, Merritt.
to meet with Mayor Brown every
Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the positions of Casual Cashiers for Recreational Facilities, Casual Maintenance Labourer and a Full Time RCMP Clerk Typist.
PUBLIC NOTICE
LOCATION of SUBJECT PROPERTY: 2900 Pooley Ave, Merritt
YOU’RE INVITED!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
page
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2242, 2018 proposes to amend the City of Merritt Zoning Bylaw 2187, 2015 by adding a definition for “Automobile Towing” and by making a Special Regulation to add “Automobile Towing” as a permitted use on the Subject Property.
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES Temporary road closure is required for the following: What: Country Christmas Light up Parade When: Friday, November 23, 2018 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Where: Mamette Avenue and Chapman Street down Chapman Street, Chapman Street to Quilchena Avenue, Down Quilchena Avenue to Charters Street, Charters Street to Coutlee Avenue
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
9:00 – 11:00 am Tickets $5/per person @ the Civic Centre
Date Posted: November 16, 2018 Posting Expires: November 30, 2018
ARE YOU PART OF AN ORGANIZATION THAT MAKES A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY? Do you have a great idea for an event? Each year Council carefully considers providing funding as-sistance to non-profit groups that operate in the City of Merritt and provide valuable social and community services in the municipality. For 2019, the City of Merritt has 2 grant categories (Grant-in-Aid and Community Initiatives) and 3 funding types (Financial Aid, In-kind and Sponsorship) available to Community Organizations and Non-profit Groups. The 2019 Grant Application is now available online at: www.merritt.ca/city-services/finance/grants-aid
Tourism Merritt
A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendment and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm November 15th to November 27th, 2018 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at www.merritt.ca Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, November 22th, 2018, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods: BY EMAIL: mbrodrick@merritt.ca IN PERSON: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street BY FAX: 250-378-2600 By MAIL: City of Merritt, Planning & Development Services Manager, PO Box 189, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 All submissions must include your name and street address. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Services Manager at 250-3788620 or at mbrodrick@merritt.ca
The deadline to submit grantwebsite application Friday, December 14, 2018. Connect with us on ouryour new2019 tourism and issocial media.
• #ExploreMerritt For furtherwww.tourismmerritt.com information contact Wayne Anderson, Financial Services Manager, at 250-378-8616 or wanderson@merritt.ca
This Notice is published in accordance with Section 466 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the second of two consecutive Public Notices
VISIT TOURISM MERRITT FOR MORE TO SEE AND DO Add your event and see all other events in Merritt at www.tourismmerritt.com/events For both locals and visitors to discover more about Merritt and great upcoming events in the community!
#ExploreMerritt
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 5
www.merrittherald.com
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS FLOOD MITIGATION
Trailer park wants dikes
PUBLIC NOTICE
Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Application The City of Merritt requests residents’ views in relation to the following Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Application: Applicant: Quilchena Cannabis Company Inc. Company Contact: Steven Hagen – tamhagen@yahoo.ca – 250-320-1466 Proposed site: 1937 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC Proposed hours of operation: 10:00am to 8:00pm, seven (7) days per week Persons who consider that they are affected by this application are requested to make written submissions in the form of a letter addressed to Mayor and Council for the City of Merritt and mailed or hand delivered to: City of Merritt 2185 Voght Street P.O. Box 189 Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 Flooding over the past two years during the spring freshet has threatened the Eldorado Trailer Park. Herald files
Residents urge council to develop comprehensive flood plan for city. Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
After two years of fretting over a gushing Nicola River, residents of the Eldorado Trailer Park are looking for permanent flood protection. Manager Colleen Waddell led a presentation outlining the experiences of Eldorado residents over the past two flooding seasons to city council at a regular meeting on Nov. 13. In the presentation, Waddell said they are hoping to construct a dike to protect the 54 homes in the mobile home park. During the past two freshets, Eldorado residents watched water encroach on their homes as they received evacuation alerts from the City of Merritt. “[In 2018] we had a sewage scare, and had we needed to have been evacuated we would
no longer be in existence,” Waddell said, adding she is grateful for the volunteers and crews from Emergency Management BC who worked tirelessly to sandbag the property. “Volunteers kept coming and coming and coming,” she said. “It was amazing how they stayed with it.” While Waddell applauded the support from the community, she stressed the park needs more protection. “We need help, and the river and the riparian area need support,” she said. Waddell stressed that the golf course acts as their floodplain, and has saved the homes in the mobile home park. When the golf course is diked, the trailer park is jeopardized, she explained. “What happens to Eldorado mobile home park, and others, when the golf course is pre-
vented from being a floodplain?” She asked, noting the potential conflict in building a dike for their property as well. “I am also concerned about the people downstream from us when and if we can build a dike because we are all on this river — we all matter.” She explained they have had decks, fences and sheds removed in the park to provide a 10-foot clearing for a potential dike to be installed. They are currently working with the appropriate federal and provincial government agencies to get the application process started. “We are asking the City of Merritt to consult the professionals and develop a plan for the whole community. We care about what happens downstream from us,” Waddell said. Another request by Eldorado residents is that their mobile home park be added to the flood assessment report which outlines
the effects of the 2018 flooding to city infrastructure.
Council to discuss flood report with public
Written submissions will be accepted from November 22nd – December 13th, 2018. For further information or clarification regarding this notice, contact Sean Smith, Director of Corporate Services, City of Merritt: ssmith@merritt.ca
Nicola Valley Health Care ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION
In an effort to involve the community in future flood manageof our individual donors ment, council agreed to schedule a committee of & strong support from our the whole (COW) meetbusiness community, ing to discuss the flood we are optimistic that with a final assessment report for push, our goal the Nicola River with the public at the Nov. 13 is now within reach. regular meeting. “I understand from RECOGNITION WALL previous conversations there are a number of community groups that would like to be on that agenda and I’m sure we could keep it open for Sign on the wall of the new comments, suggestions Emergency Department waiting room from the public so we Jean Perog can certainly schedule For details on the Recognition Wall, how you can help us reach our goal, and enjoy a tax credit this year, please call any of our fundraising team that,” said Sean Smith, President before December 31, 2018. the city’s director of 250-315-1832 corporate services. Richie Gage… 250-378-6266 The COW is set to Jim Gardner… 250-378-2444 take place in the coming Peter Moyes… 250-378-3511 months. Mayor Linda The Nicola Valley Health Ca Kathryn Olsen… 250-378-4029 Nicola Valley Health Care Brown said she would is a charitable society dedica ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION Jerry Sanders… 250-378-4612 like to have it “as soon the enhancement of healthc PO Box 1423 Merritt BC V1K 1B8 as is possible.” British Colum www.nvhcef.com
3rd Annual Upper Nicola Band Christmas Tree Enchantment November 21 – December 2, 2018 ∙ Draw Date: December 2, 2018 2 PM Funds raised will be donated to Upper Nicola Band Volunteer Fire Department, Language Youth and Elders programs PRIZES: Win one of 15 decorated trees and all the presents that go with them! Trees valued between $500 - $2500 Purchase a ticket and enter that CHRISTMAS TREE THEMES ticket into your tree of choice Hockey Fan Ice Fishing Girls Boys Your ticket – Your Choice Horse Electronics Kitchen Tool Living Room Gift Certificate Lotto Bedroom Tickets Only $1.00 Each Family Vacation Camping
Purchase tickets at 1999 Voght St Merritt (Next to Interior Savings Credit Union)
Purchase tickets during regular business hours. Will be open late for Midnight Madness – Nov 23 For more information contact Collette Sunday at 250-350-3342 or admin@ uppernicola.com UPPER NICOLA CHRISTMAS ENCHANTMENT
6 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL
Shopping sans clicks Locals will be filled with holiday cheer this week, as they take in dance recitals, Cole Wagner community COLE’S NOTES concerts and the epic Country Christmas parade on Friday as part of Merritt’s annual festive celebration. But in private, those same residents may be shaking in their boots as the days begin to tick away on the advent calendar. A terror looms over the city. An ongoing labour dispute threatens to derail online holiday shopping for Canadians from coast to coast. With no guarantees that packages will be delivered on time as rotating strikes continue to affect post offices and distribution centres, the prospect of doing all your Christmas shopping on Amazon in the comfort of your pyjamas is looking less likely by the day. Luckily, there is a solution to the madness — though it might require putting some actual pants on. While it’s true that the Canada Post labour dispute could disrupt your chance to cash in on Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals, locals would be wise to spend those hard earned dollars elsewhere. Like at any of the local stores here in the Nicola Valley — many of which will be open late into the night following the parade on Friday. Alternatively, you could drop by the Christmas craft fair going on at the Merritt Civic Centre on Friday or Saturday. Family and friends will appreciate the finely crafted goods, and you can feel good about putting some money in the pockets of your neighbours. They need the cash more than billionaire Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos anyway.
Publisher Theresa Arnold publisher@ merrittherald.com
Delusions of Trump and Saudi Arabia “It’s a suffering tape, it’s a terrible tape,” the Snowflake-in-Chief told Fox News on Sunday, defending his refusal to listen to the recording of journalist Jamal GWYNNE DYER Khashoggi being The international murdered and sawn STAGE into pieces in the Saudi Arabian consulate in Istanbul on Oct. 2. “I know everything that went on in the tape without having to hear it. It was very violent, very vicious and terrible.” At least five weeks after the Turks made the recording available to American intelligence, Donald Trump has finally admitted that it exists. (It only exists because the Saudi hit team who did the murder were so amateurish that they didn’t even sweep the consulate for bugs). But Trump’s purpose in going on Fox was to say that the man who almost certainly ordered the hit, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS), is still his friend and ally. “It could very well be that the
Sales Associate Michele Siddall sales2@ merrittherald.com
MERRITT HERALD 2090 G
Crown Prince had knowledge of this tragic event — maybe he did and maybe he didn’t,” said Trump, but “the United States intends to remain a steadfast partner of Saudi Arabia.” Fair enough. We all have to consort with murderers and torturers occasionally as we go about our business. But this relationship between Trump and MbS, genuinely warm and yet deeply cynical, does offer us an entrypoint into the weird pseudo-strategies that bind the White House and the Saudi leadership together. The focus of the U.S.-Saudi relationship for the past four decades has been shared enmity towards Iran. This is perfectly natural for Saudi Arabia, which faces a far more populous and powerful Iran across the Persian Gulf. The sheer disparity of power, combined with the fact that Iran has a revolutionary regime and Saudi Arabia a deeply conservative one, guarantees that the latter will see the former as a threat. It’s harder to explain the U.S. obsession with Iran. The mullahs engage in lots of antiAmerican and anti-Israeli sloganeering, but they are much too sane to act on it. Iran’s ability to project hard military power abroad is so limited that it couldn’t possibly invade Saudi Arabia. It poses no threat whatever to
Editor Cole Wagner newsroom@ merrittherald.com
ranite Ave., PO Box 9, Merritt, B.C. Phone (250) 378-4241
Reporter Dara Hill reporter@ merrittherald.com
the United States. And yet.... The depth and duration of the American obsession with Iran is best explained not by strategy but by psychology. Iran, like Cuba, overthrew an American puppet ruler long ago (the Shah in Iran, Batista in Cuba) and successfully defied subsequent U.S. attempts to snuff out the revolution. For that, neither country has ever been forgiven. It is that long-cherished American grudge, not some subtle strategic calculation about potential Iranian nuclear weapons, that drives Trump’s current trade embargo against the country. If he were really worried about nukes, he would be concentrating on North Korea, not Iran. Both Saudi Arabia and Israel feed Trump’s obsession with Iran, because they would love to entangle the U.S. in a war with that country. Much better to get the Americans to do the fighting, if war is inevitable. But war is actually far from inevitable, and even Trump’s close advisers (with the possible exception of John Bolton) know that attacking Iran would be a very bad idea. It is, for a start, much bigger than Vietnam.
See ‘LOOKING’ Page 7
Office manager Ken Couture classifieds@ merrittherald.com
Fax (250) 378-6818
Copyright subsists in all display advertising in this edition of the Merritt Herald. Permission to reproduce in any form, must be obtained in writing from the publisher. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities.
This Merritt Herald is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please contact newsroom@merrittherald.com or call (250) 378-4241. If you are not satisfied with the response and wish to file a formal complaint, visit the web site at www.mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163 for additional information.
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 7
www.merrittherald.com
OPINION LETTERS
to the editor
Canada lags behind on rules for biosolids Editor, This past week in the U.S., the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a notice saying it could no longer assure the public that biosolids were safe. They admit they do not know the risks involved with spreading hundreds of pollutants onto farm soils. EPA scientists said that “without completing risk assessments on all of the pollutants found in biosolids they cannot say whether biosolids are safe … the biosolids program is at risk of not achieving its goal to protect public health and the environment.” Canada needs to make a similar statement — and for the same reason. Our government agencies also lack data on these toxins. Currently, with B.C.’s new Organic Matter Recycling Regulations (OMRR), only a dozen pollutants are tested for in these batches of toxic goulash being trucked out of our cities and spread on farms and forests. How can our own Ministry of the Environment make its claim of safety?
It can’t. Our farmers and ranchers deserve the whole truth. The sludge industry profits by using their soils as a sink for our cities’ toxic waste. The government has allowed this as it is a cheap method of moving these piles of toxic residuals out of the waste facilities. European countries are taking a far more careful approach. Switzerland has completely banned the use of biosolids on agricultural soils because of “the risk of irreversible damage to the soil, and the danger to public health.” The German environment agency deems the agricultural use of biosolids to be “a serious public health and environmental hazard and advocates that this practice be phased out.” Similarly, the Swedish government just published the following notice: “since biosolids contain environmental and health hazardous substances, drug residues and micro plastics, our task force will propose a ban on spreading sewage sludge on farmland.” We should be taking a similar stand, using our sewage waste as a source of energy, while mining it for its nitrogen and phosphorus. It is time to take decisive steps to end land-applied sludge, and more immediately, the Canadian government has a duty to follow the EPA lead here and make a similar public statement: it cannot assure the public that biosolids are safe. Don Vincent Merritt
The battle over biosolids may have begun with a local focus, but groups opposing landuse have now set their sights on provincial and federal battles. - Editor
Gas gouging going on in Merritt? Editor, Once again gas prices in Merritt are higher than Kamloops or Hope — why? All stations in Merritt are charging $1.40/litre for regular gas. When it’s between 8 to 10 cents per litre cheaper in Kamloops (Costco was at $1.26/litre) or Hope, why have the prices not dropped here in Merritt? Is there price collusion between the retailers in Merritt? Our last price decrease was just after Labour Day, why nothing since? Kevin Patterson Merritt Gas prices are tied to the global price of crude, but are also affected by local factors like market competition and distribution efficiency — at least according to Petro Canada. Those facts are little comfort if you max out your card when you fill your tank. - Editor
Looking for a reason to fight in the Middle East From Page 6 However, Trump himself seems to have drunk the Kool-Aid. He prefaced his statement about sticking with Saudi Arabia despite the Khashoggi murder with a rant about the evil Iranians who are allegedly waging “a bloody proxy war against Saudi Arabia in Yemen.” Despite constant claims that the Houthi rebels in Yemen are just a front for Iran (for the most part swallowed uncritically by the Western media), there are no Iranians in Yemen, and no Iranian weapons either. On one side there are Houthi fighters and the home-made, hopelessly inaccurate missiles that they occasionally fire at Saudi cities in retaliation for the huge, relentless bombing campaign by the Saudi-led ‘coalition.’
‘‘
‘Saddam Hussein’s non-existent ‘weapons of mass destruction’ were President George W. Bush’s pre-text for invading Iraq in 2003.’
On the other side is the aforesaid coalition, the military wing of Arab Military Dictators and Absolute Monarchs Inc., plus some mercenaries that the United Arab Emirates has hired to stiffen the local pro-government forces. And MbS waded into Yemen almost three years ago to put that ‘government’, installed by the Saudis in 2012 without an election, back into power. There’s not an Iranian in sight anywhere. The geography alone makes the claim utterly implausible. How could this farrago of shameless lies and distortions be repackaged into a casus belli for an American attack on Iran? Alleged North Vietnamese attacks on American warships in the Gulf of Tonkin, subsequently disproved, gave U.S. President Lyndon Johnson an excuse to start bombing North Vietnam in 1964. Saddam Hussein’s non-existent ‘weapons of mass destruction’ were President George W. Bush’s pretext for invading Iraq in 2003. So yes, the Yemen war, creatively reinterpreted, could indeed be used by MbS and Trump to justify an American attack on Iran. It is said that war is God’s way of teaching Americans geography, but the wars always come first. Gwynne Dyer’s new book is ‘Growing Pains: The Future of Democracy (and Work)’.
THIS SPACE AVAILABLE!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS ON A WEEKLY BASIS?
CONTACT MICHELE ABOUT HOW WE CAN HELP BOOST YOUR SALES AND GET YOU THE MOST VALUE FOR YOUR ADVERTISING DOLLARS!
ADVERTISING WORKS! PRIME ADVERTISING LOCATION!
Michele Sales Associate sales2@merrittherald.com 250-378-4241
www.merrittherald.com 2090 Granite Ave, Merritt, BC
From the Herald archives: Nov. 22, 1998
STOLEN BAGPIPES RETURNED Sometimes stories have happy musical endings. Ross Lamont, Merritt’s celebrity bagpipe player, is still walking around in a daze. But this time it’s because he has his bagpipes back. After the Merritt Herald ran a story and editorial about the theft of Lament’s bagpipes last week, a neighbour got a hold of him to say they were spotted in a person’s backyard in Lower Nicola. Lamont was in Lower Nicola having dinner at a friend’s place when the theft of his beloved 38-year-old instrument occurred. “They saw my phone number in the newspaper,’’ he said, explaining the instrument was wet but he could dry it out. Lamont plays at many special events held throughout the year in the Nicola Valley.
LETTERS POLICY The Merritt Herald welcomes your letters, on any subject, addressed to the editor. Letters must be signed and include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Letters may be edited for length, taste and clarity. Please keep letters to 300 words or less. Email letters to: newsroom@ merrittherald. com.
8 • THURSDAY, November 22, 2018
www.merrittherald.com
REAL ESTATE REVIEW
Helping you is what we do.™ M E R R I T T
Independently owned and operated
Phone: 250-378-6181 3499 Voght Street., Merritt, BC V1K 1C6 • Fax: 250-378-6184
Kevin Dunn Licensed Property Manager
Crystal Chandler Assistant
Claudette Edenoste Broker/Owner
250-378-1586
www.facebook.com/rlpmerritt
johnisaac@telus.net
250-280-0689 claudetteedenoste@royallepage.ca
SALES TEAM
PROPERTY AND STRATA MANAGEMENT
Lynda Etchart Licensed Property Manager
John Isaac Broker
Brenda Gustafson Licensed Strata Manager
Debra Schindler Personal Real Estate Corp.
Tony Luck Sales Representative
strataroyallepage@gmail.com
250-315-3548
604-217-5825
debbieschindler2@gmail.com
tjluck@royallepage.ca
Fred Singer Sales Representative
Denise Desilets Sales Representative
Valerie Kynoch Sales Representative
250-318-8392
250-315-8395
250-280-0994
fred.singer@royallepage.ca denisedesilets@royallepage.ca
vkynoch@icloud.com
Aaron Applin Sales Representative
250-280-6247
aaronapplin@royallepage.ca
Call or visit our new office today for a complete list of all available properties. www.royallepage.ca/merritt
NEW
NEW
Affordable Home
11-9256 HIGHWAY 97C $44,000 MLS#148918
Woodlane Village
1-1717 GRANITE AVENUE $285,000 MLS#147733
4.5 Acres 9677 HIGHWAY 97C $529,900 MLS#148687
View Lot
2769 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS $105,900 MLS#148911
Nicola Lake View
5609 MONCK PARK ROAD $359,900 MLS#147949
5 Acres
460 MERRITT SP BR HWY $549,000 MLS# 146240
75 Acres
10 Acres LOT 1ABERDEEN ROAD $585,000 MLS#148387
2893 ABERDEEN ROAD $1,500,000 MLS#145283
Logan Lake
Logan Lake 16 GALENA AVE $244,900 MLS#148746
45 BERYL DRIVE $260,000 MLS#147618
NEW Nicola Lake
Good Investment
6421 MONCK PARK ROAD $659,000 MLS#148952
1201 HICKS AVENUE $160,000 MLS#143764
Updated Home
Contemporary Home
1840 ARMSTRONG STREET $374,500 MLS# 146139
Nicola River View
2224 MERRITT SP BR HWY $695,000 MLS#147915
Commercial
2026 QUILCHENA AVENUE $145,900 MLS#146731
Logan Lake 182 PONDEROSA AVENUE $269,000 MLS#148689
4201 FALCON CREST DR $385,000 MLS#144597
10 Acres 1555 HOGAN ROAD $795,000 MLS#146580
R2 Zoning 2175 NICOLA AVENUE $275,000 MLS# 146993
Logan Lake
19 GALENA AVENUE $294,900 MLS#148128
Lower Nicola
463 BRENTON AVENUE $200,000 MLS#147094
Great Family Home 1775 JUNIPER DRIVE $414,900 MLS#148839
194 ACRES
4551-52 PETIT CREEK ROAD $1,200,000 MLS#146430
Good Location 1869 ARMSTRONG STREET $219,000 MLS#146268
1+ Acres
1601B PONDEROSA WAY $525,000 MLS#147879
Nicola Lake Lot
6585 MONCK PARK ROAD $194,900 MLS#146846
Commercial
Logan Lake
1988 QUILCHENA AVENUE $299,900 MLS#143391
215-280 ALDER DRIVE $79,900 MLS#148861
Logan Lake 262 CALCITE DRIVE $309,900 MLS#146317
Reach out to us. We can help.
• Real Estate Law • Wills & Estate Planning • Business & Commercial Law
1-888-374-3350 | morellichertkow.com Merritt | Kamloops | Ashcroft | Williams Lake BC’s Interior law firm — Assisting families, individuals, and businesses since 1911.
THE ROYAL LEPAGE CENTRE
Logan Lake
348 DALADON PLACE $389,900 MLS#148218
Double Lot
2225-2237 NICOLA AVENUE $259,000 MLS#145607
2.9 Acres
2728 PETIT CREEK ROAD $389,900 MLS#147197
9.91 Acres 1825 MILLER ROAD $229,000 MLS#144908
Logan Lake
313-280 ALDER DRIVE $99,000 MLS#148710
Logan Lake
171 THRISSEL PLACE $449,000 MLS#148693
1390 VOGHT STREET
NEW
Check out this 3 Bdrm 1 1/2 bath on main & 1 Bdrm in-law suite in the finished basement! This home is on a corner lot across from the elementary school and a short walk to Save-on-Foods! With a single garage RV parking & fenced yard this one ticks all the boxes. 24 hours notice required. $247,900 MLS#148892
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 9
www.merrittherald.com
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
Location near daycare
WELCOME TO THE TEAM My name is Aaron Applin and I recently moved from Edmonton, AB where I have been a REALTOR® for over the last three years. I strive to make every client experience a great one when buying or selling one of the biggest investments of their lives. A home should be everything you are looking for, or meet most of your checkpoints, and I will do my best to make that happen. No matter the price point, you should always remember the experience as a great one. Over the last three years, I have made it a priority to give back to the community I work with. I have spent many hours volunteering my time at the Mustard Seed downtown Edmonton, giving meals to many that are in need. This experience has allowed me to understand the importance of community and lasting friendships. If you give me your time when finding a home, I can assure that you will not just be a number, but a name to remember. If you are thinking about buying or selling in and around Merritt, please feel free to give me a call, or better yet drop by Royal Lepage office for a coffee. I look forward to meeting the community of Merritt and making this home for years to come.
Aaron Applin
REALTOR® Royal LePage Merritt Real Estate Services Ltd. 250-280-6247 aaronapplin@royallepage.ca.
Quilchena Cannabis Company’s proposed dispensary is the only application that has been received by the City of Merritt. Dara Hill/Herald
From Page 3 While the zoning bylaw for retail cannabis stores in Merritt states that dispensaries be a minimum of 150 metres away from any P1 zoned property such as a school, park or daycare, Smith confirmed the zoning allows for the two businesses to potentially co-exist in this case because the site of the proposed daycare falls in commercial zoning (C2), which is where dispensaries are permitted in town. “If there are concerns we should address those and talk about those, but [the potential daycare site is zoned] C2, which doesn’t create a buffer or block in any way,” he said. Coun. Adam Etchart saw this as good news, noting the many vacant buildings on the strip and the dispensary’s security measures likely to be adopted. “If the store opens and then the daycare can go in after, to me it seems like a win-win,” he said. Another rule council may want to consider, according to Smith, is that no two dispensaries can be within 100 metres of each other. “So, what this is basically saying [if the application were approved] is that little corner downtown would be blocked out from having another [cannabis dispensary] in the area,” he said. Coun. Melvina White expressed concerns regarding the
of the issues we have downtown already,” she said. “If there could be another location I think it would be a better choice.” Once mayor and
location of the proposed dispensary. “If we are going into a whole downtown revitalization I think that is an area we should look at considering some
council receive feedback from the public and the business receives provincial approval, a final decision will be made at the regular meeting slated for Dec. 18.
REAL ESTATE Phone: 250-378-6181 M E R R I T T
3499 Voght Street Merritt BC V1K 1C6 Fax: 250-378-6184
s u t c a C s e i n n A at the
Speciainlsthe Pub
THURSDAYS
Connection. Without limits.
Samosas x 2
.....................$2.99 Wings
................. ¢.30 ea. FRIDAYS 1/2 Order Nachos
..................... 6.00 $
Full Order Nachos
...................$12.00 Indian Appy Specials Highball Specials
SATURDAYS Veggie Pakor & a Pint of Beer
.....................$5.75
250-378-2254
Join us for
High-speed Internet from
4999
$
month1
ALL TERMS ARE NOW JUST 1 YEAR! Call 1-877-250-8904
GREY CUP SUNDAY
$99 professional installation fee.2
Your local Dealer
• FREE Snacks • Drink Specials • Appy Specials
Kamloops Satellite and Wireless Services (778) 470-8039
SUNDAY, NOV. 25 3 PM START
Satnet Digital Solutions (250) 434-4412
$49.99 pricing refers to the package with speeds up to 5 Mbps. Monthly service fee includes rental cost of equipment, except Xplornet Wi-Fi router. Taxes apply. Offer valid until December 31, 2018 for new customers and is subject to change at any time. 2If installation requirements go beyond the scope of a basic installation, additional fees apply. Subject to site check, site check fee may apply. See dealer for details. Actual speed online may vary with your technical configuration, Internet traffic, server and other factors. Traffic Management policy applies, see xplornet.com/legal. Packages subject to availability. A router is required for multiple users. Xplornet® is a trademark of Xplornet Communications Inc. © 2018 Xplornet Communications Inc. 1
10 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
COUNTRY CHRISTMAS WEEK THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 ANNUAL COMMUNITY CONCERT Doors open at 6:00 pm and the concert starts at 7:00 pm. Admission is by donation at the door. This is an event that you won’t want to miss so come early! Civic Centre FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24 SANTA PARADE 7:00 pm Quilchena Ave. CRAFT FAIR 2:00 -10:00 pm, Civic Centre MERRITT COMMUNITY BAND will perform in the foyer at the Civic Centre after the parade BAILLIE HOUSE free cocoa after parade, bake sale SANTA LAND after the parade 8:00 - 9:30 pm Civic Centre FESTIVAL OF TREES after the parade, downtown Merritt LATE NIGHT SHOPPING after the parade, throughout Merritt. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 CRAFT FAIR 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Civic Centre CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS CRAFT MAKING 10:30 am -1:30 pm, Civic Centre SANTA LAND 9:00 - 11:00 am & 1:00 - 3:00 pm Civic Centre BAKE SALE from noon at the Baillie House
KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE - PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE PARADE ROUTE
MOONLIGHT VISIT LOCAL SHOPS IN MERRITT MADNESS FOR AMAZING DEALS!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 9:00 -11:00 am, Civic Centre
THE ONCE A YEAR COUNTRY CHRISTMAS WEEKEND EVENT!
BLACK FRIDAY
MOONLIGHT
MADNESS
Specials
THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY
Wicker Lanterns
Now
20
$
Wooden Jewelery Box
A must see
Umbrellas
Now
17
$
37
$
Prices up to
Now
And so many more Gift Ideas
Rustic Frames
75% OFF
Now
25
$
FRIDAY NOV. 23RD 9AM - MIDNIGHT SATURDAY NOV. 24TH 9AM - 6PM
TWO DAYS ONLY
20-50 % OFF the entire store
Like us on
OPEN LATE FRIDAY
Thursday 9 - 6, Friday 9 - 9, Saturday 9 - 4 FREE Delivery for Seniors & Those With Restricted Mobility
2037 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC
250-378-2155
DOWNTOWN MERRITT: #120 1700 Garcia St. Railyard Mall
250-378-5217
Please recycle this newspaper. www.merrittherald.com
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
2x1.5
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 11
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Rockin’ River 2019 to feature local talent
Please recycle this newspaper. 3x1
Please recycle this newspaper.
3x1.5 AT THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF:..!F:!! AM�E�--lf!l �!P,
Friday, November 23rd Following the Parade
At the Country Music Hall of Fame Downtown Merritt on Quilchena Avenue
Local country music artist Bobby Garcia and Six More Strings will be playing at Rockin’ River in 2019. Photo contributed
Country music festival announces lineup for 2019. Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD
A local musician will once again be gracing the stage at the Rockin’ River Music Fest alongside some of the biggest names in country music. Bobby Garcia and Six More Strings will be playing two nights at the annual country music festival, slated to return to the Coldwater Fields on Aug. 1 to 4, 2019. The lineup for the festival was announced on Nov. 20, with headliners Maren Morris, Brothers Osborne and Old Dominion joining the previouslyannounced Jason Aldean on the main stage over four days. Other big names slated to hit the stage include Lee Brice, Kane Brown and Tim Hicks, along with returning artists Brett Kissel and Aaron Goodvin. “The reaction has been hugely positive,” said festival founder Kenny Hess, who
emphasized the importance of having more exciting artists throughout the lineup. “You don’t win the Stanley Cup with just Lemieux and Jagr anymore — you need those second, third and fourth lines,” he said. “I believe wholeheartedly that we have the best second, third and fourth lines in the business.”
It will be the first time in two years that a Merrittonian has earned a spot in the lineup, with Garcia and Six More Strings returning to the festival after a two year hiatus. “It’s great to represent Merritt,” Garcia told the Herald. Without giving away the set list, Garcia said he’ll be looking forward to playing music off his new album These Boots, along with a single that Six More
Strings will be releasing sometime over the next few months. “Bobby has played the festival more than anyone else other than myself,” said Hess. “This year we hope to have Bobby standing in front of as many as 15 to 20,000 people on the night that he’s on.” The grounds will also be upgraded for 2019, as the festival will add more stages and late-night entertainment options, said Hess.
Your Hometown Hospitality Specialists
Before or after Parade
Centennials Movember Wrap n Wax - 6 pm - Nov 27th.
No Staff Party Plans Yet? Drop in to view our December dinner specials In-house or catered ~ Call for Details Featuring Turkey or Ham Dinner Baskets for 8 - 12 people
12 Nites of Xmas, December 13 - 24, 2018 Customer Appreciation Days
If you were a resident of Woodlands, also known as Woodlands Institution and Woodlands School, in New Westminster, B.C., you may be eligible for a payment from the provincial government.
The process to determine eligibility is very simple. To apply, you or your guardian or caregiver can call toll free 1 888 523-7192 or email woodlands.care.facility.residents@gov.bc.ca.
2 for 1 Appies (must have coupon...reserve now)
Are you a former resident of Woodlands?
People who resided at Woodlands prior to August 1, 1974 will receive $10,000 in an ex-gratia payment. In addition, people who resided in Woodlands after August 1, 1974 will receive up to a maximum of $10,000.
Country Christmas
Reserve now for New Years Dinner 250-378-4618
Wine tasting ~ January 22, 2019. On sale, December 1st
2 Must for 1 Appies Present Coupon One day only November 23, 2018
✄
Sunday: 10AM to 11 PM • Mon-Thurs: 11AM to 11PM Fri-Sat: 11AM to 1PM
www.facebook.com/GrandPubGrill/ 250-378-4618 • 2099 Garcia St., Merritt, BC
12 • THURSDAY, November 22, 2018
www.merrittherald.com
SHOP LOCAL & WIN BIG! 10th Annual PASSPORT TO CHRISTMAS
First Prize: $800 Second Prize: $525 Third Prize: $325
CONTEST RUNS FROM NOV. 15 - DEC. 19, 2018 For Rules & Regulations look on your Passport, which can be picked up at these participating merchants.
d Foo
k
Ban
DOUBLE STAMPS Locate a smiley face, bring a non-perishable food item into participating merchants &
RECEIVE DOUBLE STAMPS. See page 13 for more participating merchants
Christmas Ornaments
BUY ONE GET ONE
50% OFF * *Regular Price See store for details
Effective: Thurs., Nov. 22 - Wed., Nov. 28, 2018
FREE Delivery for Seniors & Those With Restricted Mobility
2037 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC
250-378-2155
OPEN LATE
Crystals Clothing
for Moonlight Madness, until 10 PM Nov. 23, 2018
Giftware Reiki
MOONLIGHT MADNESS
Merritt Swag
50% OFF
Earthwalker
Free Hugs
selected pocket stones Rolling sales throughout theChi night Hello Beautiful Styling Kit
Come in for a Hot Chocolate and Browse all of our Beautiful Art!
Open Reg10AM $400 to on 10PM for $266
Tuesday to Saturday, 11 AM to 7 PM
MIDNIGHT MADNESS SPECIALS NOV. 23
2090 GRANITE AVE
250-315-5350
#4, 2051 Voght St., Merritt • 250-936-9955
BODY PIERCING
Special on 6” poinsettias.
Body ....................... 35.00 Industrial................. $55.00 Nose ....................... $20.00 $
Tanning Punchcard
39.95
$
Reg.
Come in during the parade and warm up.
$
59.95
10 - 50% OFF
Check out some GREAT GIFT IDEAS!
EVERYTHING IN THE STORE
250-378-5558
2040 Granite Avenue
H O LIDAY S PE C IALS
PC
250-378-5575
2052B Quilchena Avenue
PEANUTS
TRIPLE STAMPS WHEN PURCHASING AND DONATING A TOY FOR OUR COMMUNITY TOY BOX ON LOCATION.
Forksdale Ave., Merritt
MOONLIGHT MADNESS FRIDAY NOV. 23RD 9AM - MIDNIGHT SATURDAY NOV. 24TH 9AM - 6PM
20-50 % OFF the entire store Like us on
DOWNTOWN MERRITT: #120 1700 Garcia St. Railyard Mall
SUPER SAVER CARD Each purchase of $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card with 10 stamps and get $20 off your next purchase!
ROCKY MOUNTAIN WOOL SWEATERS
3
BUDWEISER
98
4000
$
24 CANS
EA. Limit of 4 (over limit $5.68)
$32.69 + $ 7.31 tax and deposit.
Merritt Liquor, Beer & Wine Store
2760 Forksdale Ave., Merritt, BC
250-378-1841
ON THE ON THEBENCH BENCH
3-3623 DEWOLF WAY • 250-378-2229 *AVAILABLE WHILE QUANTITIES LAST
250-378-5217
FAST DELIVERY
Selected Varieties - 700 g
$
Ph: 250-378-1818
20%
PURITY FEED FARM GARDEN PET CENTRE 1690 Voght Street
OFF
This week only
1-250-378-4432
THURSDAY, November 22, 2017 • 13
www.merrittherald.com
SHOP LOCAL & WIN BIG! 10th Annual PASSPORT TO CHRISTMAS CONTEST RUNS FROM NOV. 15 - DEC. 19, 2018
First Prize: $800 Second Prize: $525 Third Prize: $325
For Rules & Regulations look on your Passport, which can be picked up at these participating merchants.
See page 12 for more participating merchants Automotive quality care
is our speciality
MOTOSEL 10W/30 OIL
Elegance this Holiday Season Tis’ The Season ! s y a d li o H e th r fo y Get read To Be Jolly
CASE OF 12
$
49.
99
Add a little Christmas ‘CHEER’ this season!
Great Gift Ideas - ON SALE NOW
Hand-made Turkish mossacic lamps & candle holders.
Reg Price 56.99 2051 Granite Avenue, Merritt, BC
250-378-4567 www.westcanauto.com
Come in and check out our New Daily Arrivals!
The perfect gifts for that someone special!
b Spaner & Web pany 250-378-5714 Clothing Com 2032 Quilchena Ave.
Home
hardware
Have A Safe & Merry Holiday For 2018 Hours: am am to 6topm • Saturday 9:309:30 am am to 5:30 pm pm • Sun.: 11 am - 5 pm Hours: Monday Monday -- Friday: Friday: 99:30 6 pm • Saturday to 5:30 • Closed Sunday
2025 2025 Coutlee CoutleeAve., Ave.,Merritt Merritt
Ph:250-378-2332 250-378-2332 Ph:
DOUBLE STAMPS k
Ban d Foo
Locate a smiley face, bring a non-perishable food item into participating merchants &
RECEIVE DOUBLE STAMPS.
15% OFF
Friday, Nov 23rd select Christmas trees and decor on sale.
ONE DAY ONLY
building centre
all Bradford & Jim Shore
Locally Owned & Operated
CHRISTMAS FIGURINES
250-378-4215 1701 Voght St., Merritt, B.C.
www.merritthomehardware.ca
250-378-9238 1800 Garcia Street, Merritt, BC items showing may not be available
FALL FOR PORK FAMILY SIZE
PORK CHOPS LOIN CENTER, REG CUT OR FAST FRY
2.
$
49 Per lb.
Available at
HOURS: 8 am ‘til 9 pm, 7 days a week
Railyard Mall (Garcia St.)
250-378-5564
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
For Under The Tree • Beautiful Assortment of Touch Lamps • Great Plains Assorted Footwear and Mittens • PCH Super Soft Blankets • Embroidered Cozy Touques and Ball Caps
SAVE ON THE
Season’s Best Gifts!
*items may not be exactly
as shown
Johnn y ’s ON THE REZ Mon - Fri: 6am - 9pm, Weekends & holidays 7 - 9 pm
Pizza Deliveries: 4:30 - 8 pm • 250-315-0087 154 Hwy 8 West, Merritt, BC • 250-378-9557
250-378-2753
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM 9:00AM-5:00PM 20 minute drive north of Merritt on Hwy 5A
Join us Mon- Thurs after 2pm for Pie & Coffee $
499 some restrictions apply
For specials and giveaways
Join us for breakfast, lunch & dinner www.homerestaurant.ca
Merry Christmas! We have a ornament for everyone
BUY 1 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT & GET 2ND ONE
1/2 OFF
Vision Quest Optical & Gifts Authentic Native Art Gallery
2001 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC
Come in and check out Maggie’s Christmas village!
Ph: 250-378-2022
14 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS REGIONAL TRANSPORT
Deadline looming for proposed bus service Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
Time is running out for a local passenger bus company hoping to service Merritt and surrounding areas. Merritt Shuttle Bus Service Ltd. has received an extension from the Passenger Transportation Board (PTB) to get up and running. Originally required to have their fleet hit the highways by Nov. 21, owner Gene Field confirmed the company was given an extra 10 days to get their project off the ground. “It’s just a matter of getting funding for the buses — that is the most important thing right now,” he said. Field told the Herald the PTB knows about his scramble to secure funding, which he believes influenced their decision to offer him an extension. “They know how important our service is, not only for the people of Merritt and outlying areas but for the people in the Fraser Canyon because we are not just providing bus transportation, we are proving cargo transportation,” he said. The company is still securing enough funding to purchase, inspect
and insure the vehicles. “We’re just waiting for some money from the federal government. Apparently we have a file and it is on rush so we are hoping to hear something within the next couple of days,” Field told the Herald on Nov. 19. “All I know is that they said they are going to help out smaller bus companies that are doing the rural runs like we are doing and that they would fund it for two years.” Despite the looming deadline, Field said he is confident they’ll make it happen, even if means starting out with only a couple of buses. “I would rather have them wait than lose our license altogether and have everybody have to suffer,” he said. Field noted one piece of good news is that he found some buses that are less expensive than the ones he was eyeing at first. “What originally was going to be around $750,000 I basically got down to $150,000 to $200,000 for the buses.” But if he can’t get his fleet in operation by the deadline he may not get a second chance. “Once the first rolls around — if we don’t have two buses on the road it is kind of a done deal,” he said.
Monday, November 19 COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT-UP Bring mittens, hats and socks to pin on the tree! HOT CHOCOLATE served by Crimestoppers . . . . .6:00pm, Spirit Square
Tues Nov 20-Thurs Nov 22 FESTIVAL OF TREES DECORATING Call Merritt Chamber of Commerce 250.378.5634 to make arrangements
Wednesday, November 21
LOVE TO DANCE ACADEMY RECITAL MATINEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doors 12:00pm, Show 1:00pm. Please attend one show only LOVE TO DANCE ACADEMY RECITAL EVENING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doors 6:00pm, Show 7:00pm Both dance recitals at the Civic Centre, donations welcome
Thursday, November 22 COUNTRY CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CONCERT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doors open at 6:00pm, Show starts at 7:00pm Donations welcome. Civic Centre
7 am - 8 am •••••••••••• 30% OFF Storewide
20% OFF Storewide 10% OFF Storewide 20% OFF Storewide 30% OFF Storewide
8 am - Noon
••••••••••
Noon - 8 pm
•••••••••
8 pm - 11 pm
•••••••••
11 pm - Midnight ••••
Spaner & Webb
LIKE US ON facebook
S& W
Clothing Company
NOVEMBER 19-25, 2018 Friday, November 23
Saturday, November 24
CRAFT FAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:00 -10:00pm, Civic Centre SANTA PARADE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assemble at the Fire Hall 5:00pm Parade starts 7:00pm BAILLIE HOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free cocoa after parade, Bake Sale MERRITT COMMUNITY BAND after the parade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foyer at the Civic Centre SANTA LAND opens after the parade . . . .8:00 - 9:30pm, Civic Centre FESTIVAL OF TREES after the parade . . . . . . . . . . Downtown Merritt
CRAFT FAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00am -4:00pm, Civic Centre CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS CRAFT MAKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:30am-1:30pm, Civic Centre SANTA LAND . . . . . . .9:00 - 11:30am & 1:00 - 3:00pm, Civic Centre BAKE SALE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . from 12:00 noon, Baillie House
LATE NIGHT SHOPPING after the parade, throughout Merritt
Sunday, November 25 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 9:00 -11:00am, Civic Centre
Designed by Merritt Printing
EVENTS SPONSORED BY: City of Merritt, Merritt Printing, Merritt Chamber of Commerce, Community Futures Nicola Valley, Baillie House, Merritt Herald, Q101, Triple G Logging Ltd., Merritt Morning Market, Carrie Ware & Company Inc.
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 15
www.merrittherald.com
Seeing colour is mesmerizing especially if your seeing
GREEN
STOP BY FOR OUR MIDNIGHT MADNESS SPECIALS WE’RE OPEN UNTIL MIDNIGHT ON MIDNIGHT MADNESS!
Large selection of adult novelties! MUST BE 19+
SERVING 3 LOCATIONS WE ARE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9:30 - 9PM
2013 QUILCHENA AVE, MERRITT ~ 250.378.9686 420 TRANS CANADA HWY, SALMON ARM ~ 250-833-1414 259 TRANQUILLE ROAD, KAMLOOPS ~ 250-554-1501
SHOP ONLINE AT LEMONADESTAND420.COM
16 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
How’s your hearing? Ask an Audiologist.
CITY BUSINESS
Council sets revenue-neutral cannabis business license fee noted applicants are already required to pay a $7,500 application fee to the province, plus another $1,500 annually. “By the time it gets to us we are pretty comfortable these are smart business owners that have their act together,” he said. “We want to take a stand and say that ‘Just
City staff finds fees charged in other communities “unjustifiable.”
“I don’t smoke marijuana, I don’t do drugs of any kind but this is a business like any other business now that it is legalized in Canada and I think we need to support it like that,” he said.
B.C. cities cashing in on kush Across the province, cities are choosing to charge high licensing fees to cannabis dispensaries looking to open up shop. City Annual fee Application fee Campbell River $2,500 Chilliwack $10,000 Dawson Creek $2,500 Esquimalt $2,000 - Kamloops $5,000 $1,600 Merritt $150 $650 Nelson $2,500 North Vancouver $3,691 Penticton $5,000 Port Alberni $550 Pouce Coupe $2,500 Prince George $1,000 Squamish $5,000 Vancouver $31,824 $56 Vernon $2,000 $5,000 Victoria $5,000 -
Merritt Hearing Clinic A division of Carolyn Palaga Audiology Ser vices Ltd.
Call Monday - Friday
315-9688
2076A Granite Avenue, Merritt (Located at Nicola Valley Chiropractic)
Winter
Carnival Come get into the holiday spirit while enjoying all the games for kids, local vendors, silent auction/raffle baskets, concession and more! It’s a family event for all to enjoy! Where:
Merritt Secondary School, 1561 Chapman Street
When:
Thursday, December 6th
Time:
6:00 – 8:00 pm
$5 buys 10 Game tickets (games are 1-3 tickets each) Treats available at the cash concession
UP TO 61% OFF!
DOOR CRASHER - SAVE 80%!
Meyer Accolade stainless steel fry pans with granite non-stick coating. 20cm - List: $129.99 Now $49.99 24cm - List: $139.99 Now $59.99 28cm - List: $149.99 Now $69.99
$19.99 70% OFF! Frigidaire 14”x10” (35.5cm x 25cm) non-stick roaster with rack. List: $169.99
UP TO 50% OFF!
A wide selection of Frigidaire Original bakeware.
Starting at
71% OFF!
10pc Meyer Accolade cookware set. Made from 18/10 stainless steel and featuring an impact bonded, encapsulated base for even heat distribution and retention that is safe for all modern kitchens, including induction. Set includes: 1.5L, 2L, 3L saucepans, 5L Dutch oven, 1.5L steamer, 24cm stainless steel frying pan, and 4 lids. List: $849.99 TIME WAR FE R LI
VIE
À
RA
$49.99
$7.99
SAVE UP TO 57%!
70% OFF! 14pc Frigidaire cookware
Monet French press coffee makers. 3 cup - List: $69.99 Now $29.99 8 cup - List: $99.99 Now $49.99 12 cup - List: $129.99 Now $69.99
set. Durable aluminum construction with tempered glass lids. List: $499.99
$149.99
TY AN
$239.99
Authorized by: WCB First Canadian Health Veterans Affairs Registered under the Hearing Aid Act (B.C.)
Come join us at the MSS
20cm Meyer Classic Series fry pan. List: $99.99
GA
Despite a trend across other B.C. jurisdictions, the City of Merritt has decided cannabis dispensaries will not pay higher licensing fees than other businesses in town. Council agreed to set the annual license fee for cannabis retail shops at $150.00 — the same paid by other Merritt businesses — at a regular meeting on Nov. 13. It was also concluded that cannabis business owners would be required to pay a one-time application fee of $650.00, mainly to cover the costs of the mandatory public consultation process. These fees are quite a bit lower than those set by other communities across B.C., which range from $550 to $31,824 annually. In a report prepared by Sean Smith — the city’s director of corporate services — it is noted Kamloops set an annual fee of $5,000 plus a $1,600 application fee for retail cannabis businesses. Port Alberni settled on $550.00 annually with no application fee, and Vancouver’s total tops the list at $31,824 annually, plus $56.00 for the application. Merritt’s city staff wanted to do things a little differently. “Our take is that business licensing is designed for the business to be revenue neutral,” Smith said. “So we do not want to charge more for the license than what it costs for the city to administer processing that licensing.” Smith wrote in the report common rationale for the high business licensing fees in other communities include covering increased police and bylaw enforcement
costs, covering the costs for municipalities preparing for legalization and administrative costs. However, Smith said the province does most of the heavy lifting, both in terms of policing and regulating. He
LIMITE D
Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD
because this a company that might make a lot of money and the cool thing to do right now is charge a lot for business licensing fees, we just don’t think it is justified.’” Coun. Tony Luck tipped his hat to city staff at Tuesday’s meeting for “not succumbing to the temptation of exorbitant fees.”
Carolyn Palaga, MSc, Aud (C)
N TI
E LI MIT
ÉE
Sale On Now Through November 25 Only At: th
MERRITT
Chef Michael Smith
Win a trip for two to Prince Edward Island including a 3-night stay at The Inn at Bay Fortune and Chef Michael Smith’s world-renowned culinary dining experience, FireWorks Feast. Also, there are fi ve (5) Meyer cookware sets to be won! Visit www.meyercanada.ca/contest to enter.
Pharmasave Merritt Quilchena Square 1800 Garcia St.
Information & dealers: 1-855-PEI-PANS or www.meyercanada.ca. Not all locations open Sunday. Find our factory sale flyer online at reebee.com
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 17
www.merrittherald.com
merrittherald.com
bcclassified.com
SPORTS
Have a sports story tip? Tell us about it by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing newsroom@merrittherald.com
JUNIOR HOCKEY
BCHL STANDINGS to Nov. 20
Cents forwards light the lamp
INTERIOR DIVISION
Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD
The Merritt Centennials bounced back from a loss earlier in the week, winning both of their games against Interior division opponents on Nov. 16 and 17. Despite a losing effort against the Wenatchee Wild on Nov. 14, the Cents dug deep to prevail over the Salmon Arm Silverbacks and the Trail Smoke Eaters in back-to-back games. Austin Roden made 24 stops for the Cents as they earned their second win of the year in the Silverbacks’ arena. Nick Granowicz scored twice in the middle frame for the Cents after Christian Sabin got the party started in the first. The Cents would hang on for a 3-2 win after a scoreless third. Back at home on Nov. 17, the Cents managed to break through on the powerplay after going 0 for 11 in their previous two games. Nick Wicks, Brendan Schneider, Rylan Van Unen and Ben Ward scored for the Cents, while Roden recorded 30 saves in the 4-2 win.
Team
GP W L OTL OTW PTS
Merritt Penticton West Kelowna Wenatchee Salmon Arm Vernon Trail
27 16 9 1 1 35 25 13 7 3 2 33 26 14 10 1 1 31 26 13 10 2 1 30 24 11 10 1 2 27 26 9 8 9 0 27 27 10 11 6 0 26
MAINLAND DIVISION Team
GP W L OTL OTW PTS
Chilliwack Prince George Coquitlam Langley Surrey
27 18 8 0 1 38 26 15 7 2 2 36 26 15 10 1 0 31 25 13 11 1 0 27 29 5 21 1 2 15
ISLAND DIVISION
Brett Roloson looks for an option during the Cents’ game against the Wenatchee Wild at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena on Nov. 14. The Cents would lose the game 3-2. Bill Stowell/Herald
Team
GP W L OTL OTW PTS
Victoria Powell River Nanaimo Alberni Valley Cowichan Valley
26 15 8 1 2 35 26 14 12 0 0 28 25 7 13 0 5 24 27 7 17 1 2 19 26 6 16 4 0 16
THE SPORTS TICKER
What’s happening in and around the Nicola Valley
Nov. 22
SD 58 Elementary Volleyball 2:30 p.m. at CMS gymnasium
Nov. 24
Merritt Centennials vs. Salmon Arm Silverbacks 7:00 p.m. at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena
Nov. 25
Breakfast with Santa 9 to 11:00 a.m. at the Merritt Civic Centre
Dec. 1
Merritt Centennials vs. Salmon Arm Silverbacks 7:00 p.m. at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena
Dec. 8
Merritt Curling Club Turkey Spiel All day at the Merritt Curling Centre
Dec. 8
Merritt Centennials vs. Nanaimo Clippers 7:00 p.m. at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena
Regular Sessions Pickleball END OF THE LINE The season has come to a close for Merritt Secondary School’s senior girls volleyball team. Despite a strong effort at the Okanagan Championships, the team did not qualify for the provincial championships. Coach Shelly Moorhead said the team had “impressive rallies in every match.” She passed along her congratulations to all the members of the team, which included six graduating players: Logan Moorhead, Emily Whitecross, Mesha Naiker, Haley Zabek, Harvir Natt and Jenna Kane. Cole Wagner/Herald
Merritt Centennials
vs
Mon, Wed, Fri, CMS gym, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tues, Thurs, Civic Centre, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Want to get your event on the Sports Ticker? Send all relevant information to sports@merrittherald.com
A big THANK YOU to all the sponsors who supported our Annual Ice Breaker Fundraiser. We appreciate the support our business community gives the Cents.
to have a CHANCE TO WIN a t s a L SALMON ARM SILVERBACKS CENTS CANCER AWARENESS JERSEY e c n by helping us raise funds for Movember Research Sat., November 24 - 7 pm Cha FOR TICKETS DROP BY 2001C VOGHT ST, OR CALL JARED AT 250-378-3604
18 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
COMMUNITY
(Above) Lily Stewart, on behalf of the Order of the Eastern Star presented Bench Elementary principal Kevin McGifford with a cheque for $1,500 to support the school’s breakfast and lunch programs. Cole Wagner/Herald
(Above) The Nicola Valley Health Care Endowment Foundation benefited from sisters Gail Moyes and Lynn Newhouse who presented NVHCEF director Kathryn Olsen with a donation in memory of their parents Harriet and Dr. Alan Newhouse. (Left) Country Christmas kicked off with the light-up ceremony in Spirit Square on Nov. 19. Kerstin Auer/contributed, Dara Hill and Bill Stowell/Herald
AGM
December 11th at 7 PM 1450 Juniper Drive, Merritt B.C.
Its arrived
Cookies &Carols 2018
May the magic of Merritt bring joy and happiness to families & friends throughout this joyous holiday season! Published by the Merrit Herald.
Be sure to check out this years Cookies and Carols booklet in this weeks Merritt Herald.
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 19
www.merrittherald.com
merrittherald.com
bcclassified.com
COMMUNITY BOARD
CONTAIN-IT STORAGE
Do you want to list your event? Let us know by emailing: publisher@merrittherald.com Deadline for submissions is noon on Friday prior to publication.
FLEA MARKET
Lower Nicola Flea Market Christmas craft sale Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.. Bakers, crafters and home-based businesses.
CHRISTMAS CONERT
Merritt Baptist Church at 2499 Coutlee Ave. is having their Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Special music and narratives by both local and out-of-town participants. Refreshments to follow, call 250-378-2464 for more information.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed for daytime, evening and overnight shifts at the Nicola Valley Winter Shelter. Applications are available at the advocacy centre, #2-2025 Granite Ave. and at Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society, 2038 Nicola Ave.
OLD TIME FIDDLERS
The group is actively seeking new members, all instruments welcome but an interest in and appreciation of old-time country music is desirable. The group partakes in two major outings: the Harmon Lake camp-out along with the famous Old Time Fiddlers auction and Christmas party. The goal will be to have monthly music jam sessions. Call 250-280-7385 for more information. The Nicola Valley Explorers Society’s primary aims are to promote hiking cycling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and other non-motorized trail use in the Nicola Valley. The group aims to assist in the development and maintenance of recreational trails. Membership is open to anyone interested in non-motorized outdoor recreation in the Nicola Valley. For more information please contact Terry at 250-378-5190.
ELKS BINGO
Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. Come in for lunch!
CONAYT BINGO
Join Conayt Friendship Society every Thursday for bingo. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.. Everyone welcome to come and play! 2164 Quilchena Ave.
RED CROSS
The Red Cross will be open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Please go to the hospital if you need medical equipment.
COURTHOUSE ARTS GALLERY
Join us Thursday to Saturday from 12 - 6 p.m. See our current art show or join us for our Friday workshops, different arts and artists, from tea and talk to mosaics, drawing, etc. For what’s new this week at the gallery and the Nicola Valley Arts Council check our website nicolavalleyartscouncil.com, or call 250-378-6515 or 250-315-3437.
MERRITT PICKLEBALL CLUB
Play Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the CMS gymnasium, 2975 Clapperton Ave. The club also plays on Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m., at the Merritt Civic Centre, 1950 Mamette Ave. Come for fun and exercise, drop-ins welcome. Demo paddles and instruction available. For more information call Brian 250-378-7452 or Gary 250-280-0105
Wetw/Showers Flurries Cloudy High High:4˚C 9C Low: 6C Low: 0˚C
A Few Periods Flurries Cloudy High: 3˚C High: 10C Low: 4C Low: -3˚C
On-site rentals
■
Secured
■
Sale of New and Used storage containers
1750 1 17 7 Hill Street ■ Phone: 250-315-3000
MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE
Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: seniors exercises 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., cribbage 1:30 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: rummoli and games 7 p.m. Last Friday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m. Drop-ins are held: first and third Mondays, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments are served, games are played and we socialize. The second Friday of each month at 1:30 p.m. we have a general meeting. We also have a games room that has a pool table, snooker table, shuffleboard table, a small library consisting of books, puzzles and DVDs. We have just upgraded our horseshoe pits. This is available any time the centre is open.
TOPS
Are you interested in losing weight sensibly, then you may want to come to TOPS. We meet Tuesdays at the United Church Hall, 1899 Quilchena Ave. For information call 250-378-5225. Weigh-in from 7:45 until 8:45 a.m. with meetings from 9 - 9:30 a.m..
FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO
The Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary is
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS Positions include: Thrift Shop Hospital Coffee Wagon Auxiliary Executive
MASONS
Masons meet every fourth Monday of the month.
HOSPICE
WE NEED YOUR
HELP!
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 250-378-4577 for more information.
To apply visit www.nvhealthcareaux.ca or the Thrift Shop, 1803 Voght Street.
THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church
SHRINERS
Shriners meet every fourth Wednesday of the month. For more information call 250-378-2004
THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF CANADA
Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-3784195 for more information.
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 signin sheet is at the front office. Elders can provide suggested menus and lunch to reception at the attention of the executive director.
SENIOR CURLING
We are looking for curlers, season starting in October games are Mondays and Tuesdays at 1 p.m. If interested please call George at 250-378-6779.
2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Merritt Baptist Church
2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship
in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.
Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 • Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.
Seventh Day Adventist Church
2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.
St. Michael’s Anglican Church
1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service times: Sundays at 10am (no service on the 5th Sunday)
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 Bible Study - 6:45 to 7:45 pm Wednesdays
7 Day Weather Forecast Merritt, BC - Thursday, Nov. 22 28,20, 2018 7 Day Weather Forecast forfor Merritt, BC - Thursday, March 14 -- Wednesday, Wednesday,Nov. March 2013 Nov. 15 23 Fri. Mar.
Approved mini-storage
■
Early bird games start at 5 p.m. at the Elks Hall.
NICOLA VALLEY EXPLORERS
Thurs. Nov. 22 Thurs. Mar. 14
Contents are insurable
■
Sat.Mar. Nov.16 24 Sat.
Mix of Sun &Clouds Clouds Variable High: 2˚C High: 8C Low --3˚C Low: 4C
Sun.Mar. Nov.17 25 Sun.
MixWet of SunSnow & Clouds High: 3˚C High: 6C Low: 2C Low: 1˚C
Mon.Mar. Nov. 18 26 Mon.
Tues. Nov.19 27 Tue. Mar.
Wed.Mar. Nov.20 28 Wed.
Stain Glass by
Almerina Rizzardo
• • • • Light Rain Variable Clouds High High: 5˚C 6C Low: 0C Low: -1˚C
Mixed Percipitation SnowRain Showers High: 4˚C High: 7C Low: Low:-1C -1˚C
Mixed LightPercipitation Snow High: 3˚C High: 7C Low: 0C Low: -2˚C
STAIN GLASS SUN CATCHERS NIGHT LIGHTS PICTURE FRAMES
Available at Creative Company 2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813
20 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
Your community. Your classifieds.
CLASSIFIEDS
250.378.4241
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
fax 250.378.6818 email classieds@merrittherald.com Announcements
Employment
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Lost & Found
Education/Trade Schools
Auctions
Misc. Wanted
Property Management
Found Walkie - Talkie Radio In High Country Off Tyner Forest Service Rd. Near Hydro Right Of Way. Call & Identify (250) 378 - 8835
Employment Business Opportunities
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
Services
Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK!
Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
Medical Health Get up to $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL BRITISH COLUMBIA BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550 For Your Free No Obligation Information Package TODAY.
Obituaries
Obituaries
Fine Art fourth Meridian
& Collectables www.4thmeridian.ca We are LOCAL & cater to eclectic tastes. We support non-profits with fundraising auctions.
Shop our online gallery anytime. BUD HAYNES & WARD’S PREMIER Firearms Auction. Saturday, December 8 at 10 AM. 11802-145 Street, Edmonton, Alberta. Over 800 lots - Online bidding Antique & Modern Firearms. Check website. To consign, call Linda Baggaley 403-597-1095, Brad 780-940-8378. www.budhaynesauctions.com; www.wardsauctions.com.
#011 Actual Coin Collector Buying Coins, Collections, Olympics, All Silver & Gold Call Chad 1-250-863-3082 The Coin Expert $$$ Able buyer of all your old
coins, collections, RC MINT COINS, all silver, gold, rare, common, old money.+ Todd The Coin Guy (250)-864-3521
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Sandpiper 2 bdrm w/laundry. $900/mth plus Deposit & Hydro. Ref’s Required Available Dec. 1st. 250-378-8104
Modular Homes 2 Bedroom Trailer in Lower Nicola. Looking for a mature senior, quiet individual. No Smokers / No Pets Room for only 1 vehicle $750.00 per month Plus Damage Deposit tlcpond1@telus.net
P: 250-280-4040
www.merritthospice.org Email: merritthospice@shaw.ca
MERRITT
FUNERAL CHAPEL
A Division of Service Corporation International (Canada) ULC
. The Celebration of a Lifetime Begins Here On Call 24 Hours A Day
REGULAR OFFICE HOURS Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri.: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m
Steel Shipping Storage Containers 20,40,45,53ft. & Insulated, modifications 24hrs. 1866-528-7108
Career Opportunities
2 bedroom basement suite. $1200 including utilities 2 bedroom suite at the lake. $1200 plus utilities 2 bedroom house in Lower Nicola. $1100 plus utilities. 3 bedroom duplex. $1000 plus utilities.
direct line to the Property Management Department Call for all of your Residential or Commercial Property Management needs!
Legal
EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS Western Forest Products is hiring
t .BJOUFOBODF 4VQFSWJTPST t 2VBMJUZ $POUSPM t 4BXNJMM BOE ,JMO 4VQFSWJTPST t $FSUJmFE .JMMXSJHIUT t 4BXNJMM 1SPEVDUJPO 8PSLFST t /BOBJNP "SFB t 1PSU "MCFSOJ
www.kidney.ca
2 bedroom Sandpiper. $950 plus hydro (x2)
MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICES Property Manager: Lynda Etchart
2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC
THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA
2 bedroom basement suite. $900 plus utilities.
250-378-1996
at our various locations, including:
Kidney disease strikes families, not only individuals.
1 bedroom house in Lower Nicola. $800 plus utilities.
Please feel free to stay in touch with our office as this may change on a daily basis.
www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com
250-378-2141 or 1-800-668-3379
1 bedroom furnished basement suite. $1100 including utilities.
It’s
Recycleable!
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR OFFICE HAS MOVED TO 3499 VOGHT ST. Come pay us a visit!
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-567-0404 Ext:400OT.
MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY The most natural response to a loss is to establish the significance of the event. When a bad thing happens to us, we want someone to know and to acknowledge how bad it is.
3499 Voght Street November 20, 2018
3 bedroom home in Sunshine Valley. $1500 plus utilities.
Misc. for Sale
Career Opportunities
MERRITT
It’s Not Trash,
Competitive wages, benefits & relocation package offered. Come and enjoy the lifestyle of Vancouver Island living. Apply online: www.westernforest.com/careers
Legal Notices
t Batteries t CFMM QIPOFT t ElectrPOJDT t HPVTFIPME )BzerEPVT Waste t MFEJcaUJPO Return them to the appropriate collection site by visiting bcrecycles.ca
CRIMINAL RECORD?
Why suffer Employment/ Licensing loss? Travel/ Business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US Entry Waiver. Record Purge. File Destruction. Free Consultation 1-800-347-2540 accesslegalmjf.com
REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 21
www.merrittherald.com
Employment
Employment
Legal
Legal
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Legal Notices
Legal Notices
Residential Land Tenure Application File Number 3413271 Gordon Curnow and Brenda Curnow
JOB OPPORTUNITY TRAFFIC CONTROL PERSON Merritt, BC $(/ 7UDIÀF &RQWURO LV VHHNLQJ DSSOLFDWLRQV IRU 7UDIÀF Control Persons in the Merritt Area. $SSOLFDQWV PXVW PHHW WKH IROORZLQJ TXDOLÀFDWLRQV DQG FRQGLWLRQV • &XUUHQW )ODJJLQJ &HUWLÀFDWH • 9DOLG %& 'ULYHU¡V /LFHQVH DQG SRVLWLYH GULYLQJ UHFRUG • 5HOLDEOH DQG à H[LEOH DV WKH QDWXUH RI WKH ZRUN LV on call (24/7) • 3K\VLFDOO\ ÀW DQG DEOH WR ZRUN RXWGRRUV LQ DOO ZHDWKHU FRQGLWLRQV • 6DIHW\ IRRWZHDU LV UHTXLUHG :DJHV DV SHU FXUUHQW &ROOHFWLYH $JUHHPHQW $SSOLFDQWV PXVW SURYLGH GHWDLOV RI TXDOLÀFDWLRQV DQG H[SHULHQFH DV ZHOO DV D SKRWRFRS\ RI à DJJLQJ FHUWLÀFDWH GULYHU¡V OLFHQVH Emcon Services has the following conditions of employment: satisfactory drug pre-screening and Driver’s Abstract. 3OHDVH VHQG \RXU DSSOLFDWLRQ WR 0LNH 'DYLGVRQ 7UDIÀF &RQWURO 6XSHUYLVRU 0F)DUODQH :D\ 0HUULWW %& 9 . % )D[ (PDLO PGDYLGVRQ#HPFRQVHUYLFHV FD
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Reference must be made to: The Applications and Reasons for Decision (ARFD) website: https://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp Responses should be made at the above website EHIRUH GD\V DIWHU WKH DG LV ÀUVW SXEOLVKHG
Bring Back the %XWWHUĂ LHV DQG %HHV
Location of Crown Land: Crown Land being formerly the Bed of the Nicola River between Pcl A, DL 125, KDYD, Plan 838 Except Plan 43234 and lot 1, DL 125, KDYD, Plan 42126 Area in hectares: 0.209 hectares. Description: Commencing at the iron post located at the southeast corner of Lot 1, Plan 42126, thence northeasterly on a bearing of 25o 59’ 40� more or less a distance of 18.6m more or less to it intersection with the westerly production of the northerly boundary of Pcl A, Plan 838; thence easterly along said production of the northerly boundary to the north-east corner of Parcel A at the natural boundary of the Coldwater River as shown on Plan 838; thence south-westerly along the natural boundary of the Coldwater River as shown on Plan 838 to the present Natural Boundary (right bank) of the Coldwater River; thence northerly along the Present Natural Boundary of the Coldwater River to the south-east corner of Lot 1, Plan 42126, thence north-easterly on a bearing of 75o 53� 00� more or less a distance of 91.1m more or less to the point of commencement. I hereby certify that all information given in this application for Crown Land and Staking Notice is true and correct and that I am authorized agentsignatory Christopher de Haan, BCLS, CLS, Agent for the Curnows Date Land Staked: 6, November, 2018
Tiber Construction is looking for anfor Office ConstructionLtd., Ltd., is looking an Assistant that is WKDW interested in a permanent 2IĂ€FH $VVLVWDQW LV LQWHUHVWHG LQ D SDUW part-time position to job share with our WLPH IXOO WLPH SRVLWLRQ WR MRE VKDUH ZLWK RXU present Office Manager. The job will require SUHVHQW 2IĂ€FH 0DQDJHU 7KH MRE ZLOO UHTXLUH good JRRG people SHRSOH skills VNLOOV and DQG general JHQHUDO knowledge NQRZOHGJH of RI bookkeeping ERRNNHHSLQJ and DQG other RWKHU office RIĂ€FH duties. GXWLHV 5DWH RI SD\ ZLOO GHSHQG RQ ERWK DELOLW\ DQG Rate of pay will depend on both ability and NQRZOHGJH regarding UHJDUGLQJ both ERWK office RIĂ€FH job MRE and DQG knowledge WKH JHQHUDO FRQVWUXFWLRQ LQGXVWU\ the general construction industry. 3OHDVH VXEPLW \RXU LQWHUHVW DQG UHVXPH WR Please submit your interest and resume to:
Tiber Construction Ltd. Box 22, 0HUULWW % & 9 . % Merritt, B.C., V1K 1B8 RU HPDLO WLEDU#WHOXV QHW or email: tibar@telus.net
Antiques / Vintage
Play your part and help our pollinators: U Ă€ÂœĂœ “ˆÂ?ÂŽĂœii` >˜` ÂœĂŒÂ…iĂ€ LĂ•ĂŒĂŒiĂ€y Ăž >˜` Lii vĂ€Âˆi˜`Â?Ăž ĂœÂˆÂ?` y ÂœĂœiĂ€Ăƒ
Antiques / Vintage
U Ä?Ă›ÂœÂˆ` ĂŒÂ…i Ă•Ăƒi Âœv ÂŤiĂƒĂŒÂˆVˆ`iĂƒ >˜` Â…iĂ€LˆVˆ`iĂƒ
4th Meridian Auctions & Vintage Shop Now Accepting Consignments of Fine Art
U /iÂ?Â? ĂƒÂœÂ“iœ˜i ĂžÂœĂ• ÂŽÂ˜ÂœĂœ ĂŒÂ…i ÂˆÂ“ÂŤÂœĂ€ĂŒ>˜Vi Âœv ÂŤÂ?>Â˜ĂŒÂˆÂ˜} > LĂ•ĂŒĂŒiĂ€y Ăž }>Ă€`i˜
+ we buy quality antiques & vintage items ~ We host regular online art auctions & sell art, furniture + collectibles directly at our shop & showroom in the Cannery Trade Centre 104 - 1475 Fairview Road, Penticton
Open Tuesday - Friday 11 - 4 or by appointment: 250-462-4969 or 250-488-0850 www.4thmeridianvintage.ca | www.4thmeridian.ca
Recycling
Recycling
The Classifieds Work Like Magic
U œˆ˜ ĂŒÂ…i Â“ÂœĂ›i“iÂ˜ĂŒ œ˜Â?ˆ˜i ĂŒÂœ L>˜ ˜iœ˜ˆVÂœĂŒÂˆÂ˜ÂœÂˆ`Ăƒ
Please recycle this newspaper.
REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE
Â…ĂŒĂŒÂŤ\Ă‰Ă‰ĂœĂœĂœÂ°`>Ă›Âˆ`ĂƒĂ•Ă˘Ă•ÂŽÂˆÂ°ÂœĂ€}
22 • THURSDAY, November 22, 2018
www.merrittherald.com
Local Business Directory ELECTED REPRESENTATIVE HERE FOR YOU!
PLUMBING & HEATING
EXCAVATING
Mcmahon Mechanical Merritt’s Local
PLUMBING & HEATING SPECIALIST - 24 HR. SERVICE
Toll Free: 1-800-665-8711 www.danalbas.com @DanAlbas
DanAlbas4COSN
2562B Main Street West Kelowna, BC V4T 2N5
GARBAGE Waste ManageMent Division
Servicing the TNRD and Merritt Area Curb Side Garbage Pickup Dumpster Rentals
• New Builds • Renovations • Basement Developments • Hot Water Tank Replacement • Appliance Replacement
Parking Lot Sanding & Snow Removal
Pat Mcmahon: 250-280-1565
Gil Beintema
mcmahon.patrickgerard@gmail.com
Owner Operator since 1987
CLEANING SERVICES CERTIFIED IN MODERATE ASBESTOS REMOVAL
250-378-9410
Featured Service
CARPET CLEANING UPHOLSTERY & TILE & GROUT CLEANING – FLOOD & JANITORIAL SERVICES www.tbmcleaningandrestoration.com
250-378-7122
TF: 1-877-612-0909
MORTGAGE BROKER
Your LocaL Mortgage Broker
Use the equity in your home to consolidate debt, top up RRSPs, or tackle renovations Harry Howard (250) 490-6731
Call
harry@harryhoward.ca
Interior
ADVERTISING MERRITT HERALD
For more information contact Michele at:
250-378-4241
sales2@merrittherald.com
TREE SERVICE JIM POTTER
MERRITT TREE SERVICE • Fully insured, certified faller • WSBC covered • Dangerous tree assessment ➤Schedule your FREE Estimate
CALL JIM at 250-378-4212
Solutions for your tree problems!
DENTIST
CONTRACTING
We offer FULL SERVICE SNOW REMOVAL
• Graders • D6 Dozer •Excavators • Tandem Axle Plow Trucks • Plow and Sand Trucks • Skid Steer Loaders •Gravel Trucks • Backhoes Nicola Valleys largest snow removal company. Main taining provincial highways, logg ing roads, heavy industrial sites and private businesses.
www.arnicacontracting.com
inc.
CALL 250-315-5074
MOBILE HAIR STYLING Mobile Hair Stylist Enjoy haircuts in the comfort of your own home.
Men, Women & Childrens HAIRCUTS.
Advertising works! Place your ad in our Business Directory!
250-280-3478
diggerdriver55@hotmail.com
Nicole Robinson - 16 Years Experience Jn5212@telus.net • 250-315-6112
PLUMBING & HEATING
g n i t a e H & g n i b Nicola Plum Fully Qualied Tradesmen in..
Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters. Service Work & Furnace Service. Custom Sheet Metal Atlas RV Parts & Repairs
PHONE: 250-378-4943
2064 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC
NEW PATIENTS & WALK-INS WELCOME
GENERAL DENTISTS & SPECIALIST ORTHODONTISTS AVAILABLE Call
250-378-4888 to book your appointment. 2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9
www.dentistryatmerritt.ca
R. Dutt-DMD Dr. J. Sarao-DMD, Dr. S. Malhotra-DDS, Dr.
HOURS
Tuesday: 9 am - 6 pm Wednesday - Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm Friday and Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
BUILDING SUPPLIES MERRITT LUMBER SALES 2152 DOU GLAS ST., MERRITT, BC
250-378-5382 • 250-314-4249
Lumber, Plywood, Fencing SPECIALS
SCREWS, NAILS, ROOFING, INSULATION, JOIST HANGERS & much more LARGE LANDSCAPING BEAMS AVA ILABLE
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon to Fri.: 8 am - 5 pm & Sat.: 8 am - 4 pm
MECHANIC
RVICE FRANK’S MECHANICAL SE APPROVED OLD OR NEW WE HAVE WARRANTY NE MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYO • Tune Ups • Brakes • Exhaust • Suspension • Lube/Oil s & Struts •Radiator Service • Shock e rvic Se g nin itio • Air Cond
2026 Mamette Avenue
250-378-1322
www.merrittherald.com
THURSDAY, November 22, 2018 • 23
24 • THURSDAY,
www.merrittherald.com
November 22, 2018
INTEREST FREE FINANCING OAC SEE STORE FOR DETAILS
BIGGEST SALE IN NORTH AMERICA
& Appliances Ltd.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 11 AM - 11 PM
% 0 8
UP TO
F F O DE
I W E R STO
TH SELFIE WTAI SAN
E L SA
ENTER TO WIN
Come into City Furniture after the parade. Take a FREE selfie with Santa and be entered to win an Ashley Recliner. Please see store for details.
Phone: 250-378-2332 2025 Coutlee Avenue, Merritt
& Appliances Ltd.
HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 9:30 am - 6 pm, Black Friday 11 am - 11 pm Sat.: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm