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Stone ceremony honours our fallen ‘No Stone Left Alone’, said Merritt Secondary School students. Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER
Although formal Remembrance Day ceremonies have been put off this year in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic, Merritt Secondary School (MSS) students still put in the effort to honour the Nicola Valley’s veterans. Art and English teacher Shannon Dunn, alongside Social Studies teacher David Finch, took their students to the Pine Ridge Cemetery on Nov. 10 to take part in the ‘No Stone Left Alone’ initiative. The No Stone Left Alone Memorial Foundation encourages Canada’s youth to remember veterans and honour their sacrifices by placing a poppy on the grave of every veteran in their local
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cemeteries leading up to Remembrance Day. “Our students painted poppies on rocks, because we didn’t want them to blow away, we wanted to make sure they would stay on the graves,” said Dunn. Judith Guichon, Honorary Colonel of the Rocky Mountain Rangers and Former Lieutenant Governor was also in attendance and spoke to the students about the importance of remembering Canada’s veterans, and all they have done to provide for our peace and freedom. Following a moment of silence, Dunn played ‘No Stone Left Alone’, by Edmonton based singer songwriter Rebecca Lappa as the students spread out over the cemetery to lay their poppy stones and pay respects to Merritt’s veterans.
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In Flanders Fields By: Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918) Canadian Army In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders Fields.
VET HISTORY Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders Fields.
Find online our 20-page supplement that went on newsstands last week, filled with stories related to veterans from the Merritt and Nicola Valley area. The rain pauses, the clouds break, and a rainbow appears during the dedication of Francis Blankinship Nahumpchin’s new military marker at Shulus in Lower Nicola. A total of seven Indigenous Veterans from the Nicola Valley were honoured with new headstones honouring their military service thanks to The Last Post Fund’s Indigenous Veterans Initiative and dedicated volunteer Carol Holmes. Head shots for this supplement were provided by the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives and by family members.
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Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of CASUAL LIFEGUARD/ INSTRUCTOR I.
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4:00 p.m. 4th, Friday, July 12,in2019 by:Councilavailable PROGRAM COORDINATOR with the Valley August 2020 thePOSITION Chambers at Nicola Merritt CityShelter Hall, and located Support Society at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca Zoning Bylaw 2284, 2020.Merritt, This position is for a leadership roleBC in V1K coordinating the Never Alone with Addictions / Endeavour to be Better Program. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be Acontacted. copy of the proposed the Bylaw and other relevant documents may be Cover letters and resumes will be accepted until this position is filled. viewed during normal business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm on Thursday www.nvshelterandsupport.com/get-involved/job-postings Date Posted: Monday, June 17, 2019 July 23rd to Tuesday August 4th, 2020 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt Posting Expires: Friday, July 12, 2019 BC, or online at www.merritt.ca
PLEASE Anyone who wishes to SEE addressPUBLIC the above NOTICE Bylaw will be given the opportunity at the Public Hearing be heard8 in person, by a representative, ON toPAGE WHAT: Summer Nights Market or by written submission, onMerritt all matters contained in the proposed Bylaw. WHEN: every Friday June 28th to August 30th 5:00pm to 10:00pm If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be WHERE: 2000-2100 Block Quilchena Avenue received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, JULY 30th, 2020, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.
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PLEASE A NOTICE OF PUBLIC CITY HALL NOTE COVID-19 HOURS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY City Hall will HEARING be reopened with SCHEDULED FOR limited hours. Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of PUBLIC WORKS SEASONAL AUGUST 4, to2020 AT 7:00 PM IS ON PAGE 5 LABOURER. City Hall will be open the public from details, 10:00 visit am City to noon. For complete of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca
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Fundraising continues with Murray Church ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER
The historic Murray Church, which was destroyed by arson in Jan. 2019, recently held a ground-breaking ceremony, beginning the process of rebuilding. However, that doesn’t mean fundraising efforts aren’t still ongoing, with a Christmas ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign. “We thought it would be great as one last push for fundraising and to give people the opportunity to be a part of the Murray Church Project,” said Fundraising Liaison Coordinator Christina Miller. “We are charging $50 for a ‘virtual brick’ and encouraging people to donate in someone’s name or their own, this will go toward rebuilding the chimney with the original bricks. There will be a plaque in the new church listing all the names for which the bricks were purchased.
Reverend Elaine Diggle helps break ground to officially begin the rebuild of the Murray Church in October. JAKE COURTEPATTE/Herald
It’s a way to honour someone, instead of buying them a gift, a way to allow people to be a part of the history of the rebuild. Who needs another sweater or useless gift? This is the gift that keeps on giving!” Donations for the rebuild project have
so far reached nearly $170,000, with the end goal being $200,000. While the option to donate to the GoFundMe is no longer possible, people can contact the Trinity United Church directly to make donations, including buying a virtual brick, and receive
tax receipts. Art cards are also available for sale featuring the work of the late Dody Walters of Kamloops. Walters’ family has donated the cards, which include drawings of historical buildings within the Nicola Valley such as the Murray Church, Quilchena Hotel, the old railway station, courthouse and others. The cards are $3.00 each or 4/$10.00 and available at Trinity United Church, the Baillie House and the Arts Gallery. The group is hopeful that the church will be finished and open to the public sometime next summer, meaning that Christmas services may once again be held within its walls in 2021, continuing the church’s nearly 150year history since its original construction in 1867.
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South Central Interior Distance Education School is pleased to announce its recipient of the 2020 Governor General’s Academic Medal. The Governor General’s Medal, established in 1873, recognizes students who have achieved the highest academic average. On behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honorable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, we are please to present this medal to Renée Kalkman.
SMILE! Food Bank Manager Derlanda Hewton was handed a cheque for over $13,000 by the local Tim Hortons from the Smile Cookie campaign, led by Owners Rohini and Rajesh Bassan, and Manager Sonia Kamboj. Hewton said she was “very humbled” by the charitable act. JAKE COURTEPATTE/Herald
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Virtually remembering Like all holidays, events, social gatherings, meetings (you get the point) in 2020, we JAKE COURTEPATTE remember HERALD our vetEDITOR erans in a different way. By the time this is in the hands of our readers, Remembrance Day will be over. I hope that a good majority of our community watched some sort of ceremony virtually, either at our cenotaph or another. It has been nice to see the support our great heroes and heroines have received online as I write this on Wednesday. If you haven’t read our Remembrance Day supplement that went out last week (you should!) it is amazing to see the number of veterans we have had throughout the Nicola Valley. Truly incredible the amount that have served. Out of all the events that we have missed this year, this one perhaps seems extra unique for a lot of Canadians: it really is the one that those that wear the poppy, whether civilian or non-civilian, think requires the most due diligence. I do get out to most years’ ceremonies, but I have to admit, I do sometimes miss them. Growing up in Ontario, work often got in the way, as it’s not a stat holiday. But I do see the importance of attending the ceremonies in my parents. In all my years, I don’t recall them ever missing one. I am sure it felt very strange for them yesterday, at the eleventh minute, of the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, not to be surrounded by those others who take the time out of their day to salute our troops. Never forget.
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tion unfold, the Trudeau Liberal Government released the details of their proposed Bill C-10 -- “An Act to amend the Broadcasting Act”. For those who subscribe to streaming services such as Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, and other non-Canadian based streaming services, this bill may be of interest to you. Bill C-10 proposes that these non-Canadian online streaming services be forced to “contribute to the creation, production, and distribution of Canadian music and stories.” The Liberal Government has suggested this could result in these streaming companies paying as much as $880 million into what the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) decides is “approved content” within this mandate. For critics this raises a few notable concerns. Many believe that consumers should have the choice to decide what shows and music they sub-
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Progressives urged to come together Editor,
Watching the US election come to its slow conclusion almost made me forget that in the Fraser Nicola riding over 2,000 mail in ballots were being counted. The final count resulted in Jackie Tegart continuing to be our MLA by 282 votes. What I found disheartening was that if you look at the totals for Aaron Sumexhltza (NDP) and Dennis Adamson (former VP of NDP executive) you see that combined we would have elected a progressive candidate. This would also have meant that instead of our MLA being in the opposition he would have been part of the majority government. I hope all progressive voters look at this lesson carefully and recognize that in the next federal election we will again have a choice. We can split our vote and lose or unite our vote and win. We can work together to elect a Federal Liberal candidate, as they came in second the last two elections in this riding, and ensure we are represented by a progressive MP. I urge all progressive voters to get active and contact your local riding association to see how you can help make this a reality. Sarah Eaves Merritt
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Thankful foodbank looking for Christmas sponsors Derlanda Hewton CONTRIBUTOR
The first ten months of 2020 has been unlike any other that we have ever known as a society, as a community. Covid-19 has challenged us at times, we are thankful for the overwhelming support from our local grocery stores, Food Banks BC, Food Banks Canada, The Provincial Government, The Government of Canada, and of course the Nicola Valley Food Banks hero, Darius Sam. There are so many other donors that have made it possible for us to get through this trying time and we are at a point that we can continue to provide our services each week. Christmas this year, will be more challenging for us. Due to our extremely limited space, last year, we offered the non-for-profit Daycares to come and pick out toys that they felt the children would play and interact with. We were happy to donate the toys back out to our community partners. This year, due
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‘Your generosity truly makes a difference to the families you have helped, and we hope you are able to joing our program again this year.’
to Covid-19, we are unsure if the Merritt Fire Department will be able to do their annual Toy Box drive, the Merritt Stockcar Association was not able to hold their annual toy drive or food drive, the Thanksgiving Food Drive that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints host each year has been postponed, and The Hockey With Heart Food Drive is also up in the air. The foodbank and our clients are appreciative of all the sponsors from past years. Your generosity truly makes a difference to the families you have helped, and we hope you are able to join our program again this year. We welcome any
new organizations, businesses or individuals who would like to contribute to make a family’s Christmas merry and bright. If sponsoring a family or senior this year is of interest to you, please email me at foodbank@telus.net for an application and return it to us. I will match you with one of our many families who are facing food insecurity this holiday season. Thank you for helping spread Christmas Spirit! Derlanda Hewton is the Manager of the Nicola Valley Food Bank. Sponsoring a Christmas dinner basket is $35 for a family in need, while breakfast boxes, snack boxes, and hygeine boxes are also available.
Bill C-10 troublesome From Page 6 less content for customers. So who does the Minister believe will pay? Supporters of this bill point out that Canadian based companies providing these types of
services are already forced to comply with this Canadian content requirement, as dictated by the CRTC, and argue this simply levels the playing field. My question this week: Do you support the CRTC dictating to
online streaming companies, such as Netflix, how much mandatory Canadian content they must offer at the expense of Canadian consumers? I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl.gc.ca or call toll free 1-800-6658711.
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TEE UP FOR CANCER The Royal Inland Hospital will have extra money for equipment after a new scenic golf course and mining company swung a sandy deal. The RIH Cancer Centre of Kamloops will purchase new equipment after receiving a $50,000 joint donation from Sagebrush Golf & Country Club and Highland Valley Copper last Wednesday. Sagebrush, a new $20 million golf course under development east of Merritt on Nicola Lake, requested filler for its sand bunkers from the Higland Valley mining company. Instead of charging Sagebrush for the use of its sand, Highland Valley suggested donating the proceeds to charity.
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Longtime volunteer hangs it up at thrift shop Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER
A familiar face will no longer be greeting customers with a smile at the Nicola Valley Healthcare Auxiliary Thrift Shop. 9 •Myrna THURSDAY, Jones, a March 30, 2017 devoted community member and volunteer for the Auxiliary, worked her last shift on Oct. 27. hanging up her Auxiliary apron after 42 years. In the late 1970s, Jones’ family had just moved into town from Lower Nicola, and she was looking for a way to make new friends and ing tasty food came in tude of dinners, lunthe Auxiliary hosted spend her time in the handy with the multicheons and conventions over the years. community. “Mrs. Jack, the bank manager’s wife asked me if I would like to offering grief support for over 40 years. join the hospital auxiliary,” explained Jones. 250-280-1701 • www.merritthospice.org “And I said yes, I Office open to public every Thursday 9am - 12pm would, because I had moved from Lower Nicola into Merritt. So, I went, and I started COPING WITH OUR GRIEF NOVEMBER 19 Together through living and grieving by volunteering at the hospital with the coffee wagon.” The coffee wagon offered hot coffee, candies, treats and conversations to patients in the hospital. “I went from there to the thrift shop,” said Myrna. “I was convener for a few years, then I became second director on the Auxiliary board.” When I asked Myrna whether she had taken on other positions, such as president or treasurer, since she had certainly garnered enough experience over the years she replied, very emphatically, “No!” “I wouldn’t take any To learn more: chpca.net/bereavementday other because I was too scared to,” she laughed. #WeLive #WeGrieve “I could decorate or make the food, but nothing with a pencil. As soon as I pick the pencil up, I’m lost!” “Celebrate a Life Tree” GOES VIRTUAL THIS YEAR! However, her flair for More information to come soon. decorating and provid-
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“We always made muffins and brought fruit and things like that,” said Jones. “Hiro was one of my helpers and Marilyn Hunchak. We worked together for about 40 years the three of us. Hiro’s worked with me ever since she started, and Marilyn was first director when I was second director. Any of the dinners for Christmas or the luncheons that the Auxiliary held for different people, we would do that.”
Ever humble, she For many years, was willing to admit, Jones decorated and “People did come in designed the displays in and say they were pretty the Thrift Shop’s front nice.” windows, something Although Jones will that she became well known for. Indeed, even no longer be volunteering, she believes that during my stint in the the Thrift Shop plays Shop as a summer student when I first moved an important role in the community. Not only to Merritt, Myrna was by raising funds for the the one who showed me the art of dressing a local hospital and care mannequin and creating homes, funds that now amount to more than an eye-catching scene one million dollars, for passersby. but also for the every“I did the window for years at the thrift shop,” said Jones. www.merrittherald.com See ‘RETIRING’ Page 10 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2020 at 6:00PM
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Council Chambers, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment: PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES
Myrna Jones has been volunteering with the store for over four decades.
That Zoning Bylaw No. 2284, 2020 section 4.41.3, which regulates the number of Retail Cannabis Sales stores permitted in the City of Merritt, be repealed. A copy of the proposed Bylaw amendment may be viewed during the hours of 10:00am to 12:00pm from November 12 to November 24, 2020 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at www.merritt.ca Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be given 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 amendment. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submission must be received NO LATER THAN 12:00PM THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2020, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.
Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods: Email: planning@merritt.ca In Person: City Hall, 2185 Voght Street 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Mail: PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8 Subject Line: For Inclusion in Public Hearing Agenda Attn: Don McArthur, Planning & Development Services Manager 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 & Development Services Manager at 250-378-8620 or dmcarthur@merritt.ca This Notice is published in accordance with Section 466 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the first of two consecutive Public Notices.
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Official Community Plan Update Neighbourhood Specific Workshops The current Official Community Plan (OCP) was adopted by City Council in 2011. Since then, community values and priorities have shifted. In reviewing and refreshing the Official Community Plan, the City of Merritt would like your input to identify the achievements of the past decade, while developing a vision for growth over the next 20 years. Through public engagement events, you can help shape the direction for our city and ensure we collectively create a vibrant community for decades to come! The City is hosting neighbourhood specific workshops in November. Due to COVID-19, space is limited and registration is mandatory. Please call 250-378-8615 or email planning@merritt.ca for more info and to register. Workshop Dates: Wednesday, November 18
Thursday, November 19
6:00 - 7:00 pm: Bench and North Bench
4:00 - 5:00 pm: North Entry and North Nicola
7:00 - 8:00 pm: Collettville and South Merritt
6:00 - 7:00 pm: Diamond Vale and West Merritt 8:00 - 9:00 pm: City Centre and Airport
COVID-19 measures will be in effect, including physical distancing, hand sanitizer, and the mandatory wearing of masks.
Official Community Plan Update Survey and Online Polling Survey The City of Merritt has launched a survey to seek input on Official Community Plan policies, including the topics of housing, economic development, transportation, parks and recreation, climate change, poverty and food security. Your input will help inform policies in the revised Official Community Plan. To complete the survey, go to www.merritt.ca/ocp. The survey will remain open until November 23rd. Hard copies of the survey can be picked up at City Hall Monday - Friday between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Online Polling The Official Community Plan also contains neighbourhood specific policies. A series of polls will be launched on the City website over the coming months to gather your input. The first poll will ask for suggestions on neighbourhood names. Do you like your neighbourhood’s name? Have a suggestion for a new name? Let us know! To Name Your Neighbourhood, go to www.merritt.ca between November 6 - 16.
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From Page 8 day good it can do for people. “If someone came in and said they were cold, I would give them a coat,” said Jones. “I feel that we’re there for a purpose.” Jones recalled a time when a local business burned down, leaving a family with nothing. She was woken by a call at 3:00 a.m. and went
to the Thrift Shop with Marilyn Hunchak to gather shoes, clothes and other necessities to give to the family. Jones also acknowledges the continued efforts of the volunteers who have worked tirelessly to keep the Thrift Shop up and running during COVID-19. “They are working so hard to keep things up for COVID,” said Jones. “We are so busy
Small ceremony at the cenotaph
there, you can see when you go by, there are people lined up to get in.” Now that this chapter of her life is closing as her family moves from their home in Merritt, Jones reflects on her favourite aspects of her years with the Auxiliary. “I’ll miss the people,” said Jones, fondly. “It was two days out of the week where I got out of the house and went in and had some
laughs, and a few cries too. I loved everyone that I worked with and that’s who I will miss. They were great people to work with, and our customers were very good. Working with a lady for 40 years, like Marilyn Hunchak, her and I lived beside each other and we did everything together. I feel it’s a wonderful place. I will really, really miss it.”
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Group looks to revitalize Snow Angels program Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER
As the Nicola Valley readies for winter and the snows the colder months inevitably bring, the topic of snow removal, specifically the Snow Angels program, is back on the City’s radar. The Snow Angels program officially launched on Oct. 9 last year, with the intention of pairing able-bodied volunteers with seniors and those with disabilities to clear walking paths, driveways and sidewalks of snow. However, very few volunteers came forward, and the program ended up dissolving. A group of senior citizens addressed council at Tuesday night’s regular council meeting, renewing their plea for help with snow removal, which has become impossible for many as they age and deal with chronic health issues. “The volunteer program last year totally fell through,” said 71-year-old Les Mina, who had hoped for help to keep snow cleared on his prop-
erty. Although there were only a handful of seniors present, Mina noted that there are many within the community who are unable to maintain their properties in snowy and icy conditions. Bonnie Cowan, another senior delegate, echoed these sentiments, explaining that the 2016 census shows that there are approximately 1200 persons over the age of 65 in Merritt. A number that may not be accurate, due to the outdated nature of the information. “The majority of seniors and persons with disabilities are still living in their homes,” said Cowan. “In order for them to remain in their homes they may require some form of assistance, one aspect of which is snow removal during the winter months. Without this form of assistance, it may be difficult for this population to continue living in their homes.” The solution brought forward by the senior citizens, in light of the volunteer program
not proving successful in the past, is for the City to take over these snow removal needs. “We would like to propose that the City look at the needs of this group and develop a snow removal program for them, at no cost to the citizens themselves who require this service,” said Cowan. “It would be the city’s responsibility to not only provide the service, but also to determine eligibility criteria for the service. We as senior citizens living on fixed incomes and coping with serious health problems face the challenge of snow removal each year, and each year we hope that something will be done by the City to alleviate the problems inherent in snow removal.” Cowan estimates that there are approximately 80 people within the city of Merritt who would benefit from this service. “Pensioners because of the cost of living can’t afford to hire somebody to clear snow each time it snows,” said Mina. “An alternative would be to hire someone… out
of the Merritt City Works Department… to do the job of cleaning sidewalks as the snowplows are dispatched to clear city roads.” The group believes this would be the most reasonable and cost-effective way of ensuring sidewalks are cleared of snow and ice. “As for equipment, all that they’d need is a pickup, which the city already has, a small trailer to pull behind the truck and a small ATV with a plow attached. It would be quick, easy, and reliable,” Mina continued. “Let this be the year that council takes a stand to help seniors and the disabled with an efficient, cost effective, reliable and viable snow removal program that will help us and others like us to remain in our homes,” said Cowan.
THE NICOLA VALLEY COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Invites you to our
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
MONDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2020 7 P.M. TO BE HELD AT THE KEKULI CAFE
NEXT DOOR TO OUR NEW LOCATION ON THE CORNER OF NICOLA AND VOGHT COVID protocols are in place and masks are mandatory. Unfortunately, only 16 NVCAC members can be accommodated for in-person attendance. RSVP your in-person attendance at nvcac.secretary@gmail.com by Wednesday 18 November We ask that members of the public and other NVCAC members see nicolavalleyartscouncil.com for the AGM package and online attendance.
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Residents asked about neighbourhood names
CARRIER WANTED ME 14: 135 PAPERS: COUTLEE, DOUGLAS, GRANITE, HOUSTON, JACKSON, LAUDER, MARIAN, NICOLA, QUILCHENA.
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ME 18: 136 PAPERS: BLAIR, COUTLEE, JACKSON, MAY, ORME, QUILCHENA.
Jake Courtepatte MERRITT HERALD
The revision of the Official Community Plan is giving Merrittonians an interesting opportunity to be a part of history. The City of Merritt is opening its ears to suggestions for new names for its eleven neighbourhoods, or if residents are content with their current monikers. “As part of the Official Community Plan update, the City is hoping to get residents involved in the process,” reads a recent press release from city hall. “We know that residents are passionate about their neighbourhoods, so we want to hear from residents on what makes your neighbourhood a great place to live. This will help City staff and the consultant develop OCP policies.”
Maps of the boundaries of each neighbourhood can be found on the City of Merritt website under ‘City Services’. The eleven neighbourhoods are: 1 – City Centre 2 – North Nicola 3 – Diamond Vale 4 – South Merritt 5 – Collettville 6 – West Merritt 7 – Bench 8 – North Bench 9 – North Entry 10 – Airport 11 – Gateway 286. Feedback in the form of either yay or nay in changing each name can be emailed to aclayards@merritt.ca by Nov. 16. Please make the subject linereads ‘Name Your Neighbourhood.” After sifting through suggestions, polls will be available on the city website later in the month.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Commission of the Canada Energy Regulator (Commission) Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC (Trans Mountain) Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP) Notice of Hearing – MH-032-2020 Variance application for the West Alternative Route The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an application filed by Trans Mountain under section 190 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act to vary the TMEP corridor in the Coldwater Valley area of British Columbia. The original TMEP corridor was approved by the Governor in Council in June 2019.
The proposed corridor realignment, referred to as the West Alternative Route, is approximately 18.36 km long, beginning at Kilometre Post (KP) 931.43 of the approved TMEP corridor, and rejoining that corridor at KP 946.88. Trans Mountain filed its application partly in response to requests from Coldwater Indian Band to re-route the corridor to avoid potential impacts to the aquifer beneath the Coldwater Indian Reserve No. 1.
Through the MH-032-2020 hearing process, the Commission will consider issues related to the West Alternative Route only; it will not be reconsidering approval of the TMEP.
West Alternative Route. Participants in the MH-032-2020 hearing process will have a future opportunity to comment on this approach.
The public may register to participate in the hearing by filing a completed registration form with the Commission. The registration form can be found online on the Canada Energy Regulator’s website (www.cer-rec.gc.ca/tm-west-route-variance). See the Commission’s 3 November 2020 letter (Filing C09302) for more information about participating in the hearing.
The Commission will consider the comments received from participants and issue a Hearing Order outlining hearing steps and deadlines, and information about participant funding.
All registration forms must be filed with the Commission on or before 20 November 2020.
All documents filed and issued in this MH-032-2020 hearing process will be found online in the Canada Energy Regulator’s public registry at https://apps.cer-rec.gc.ca/ REGDOCS/Item/View/3968494.
After the registration period closes, the Commission will issue the confirmed list of participants in the hearing.
For further information, please contact a Process Advisor by phone at 1-800-899-1265 (toll-free), or by email at TMX.ProcessHelp@cer-rec.gc.ca.
The Commission is considering a request from Trans Mountain to hold this hearing in parallel with, or as part of, the detailed route approval process for the lands along the
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Sam plans to re-do 100 mile marathon
After realizing his run for the food bank this summer was ‘only’ 89 miles, Sam has decided to do it again to raise awareness for addiction. Morgan Hampton LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER
Darius Sam, the young man who captured the attention, and the hearts, of people all across the province when he pledged to run 100 miles in June to raise money for the Nicola Valley Food Bank, is going to be hitting the pavement yet again. Originally, at the conclusion of his lengthy run, Sam set a new goal to break the world record for the most weight deadlifted in one day. However, that never came to fruition as Sam’s run had been punishing on his body and he faced issues with his internal organs. So, one day, while recuperating, he decided to go out for a drive and retrace the route he had run. “I went for a drive
from where I left, the boat launch at Nicola Lake, and I headed out to where I know I stopped in Spences Bridge and where I came back and stopped on Hwy. 8 because I had some difficulties,” said Sam. “And it only came out to 89 miles. That was at the end of September, and after I figured that out it has been eating at me, that last eleven that I couldn’t complete. I’ve been doing a lot of thinking a lot of soul searching, a lot of hard training and I want to do it again. I’m going to do it again.” After raising more than $70,000 for the food bank, Sam says the purpose of this run isn’t to raise funds, but to raise awareness. “I don’t want to raise any money, I’d like to call it the ‘Run Against the Addiction’,” said
Sam, who noted that he has lost many people to the disease. “It’s not just addiction in substance abuse, lots of people my age battle addiction with their cell phones and social media. A lot of young men battle addiction with pornography. There’s so many different things, food, alcohol. There are so many addictions out there and it’s taken over so many lives, and a lot of people have lost their purpose, lost their drive. A lot of great people have vanished in substance abuse.” Sam plans to run the same route that he did in June, from the Nicola Lake boat launch to Spences Bridge and back. And this time he will be battling not only fatigue, but the cold, as he will be setting out Dec. 5, when winter has come to the Nicola Valley.
“It will be tougher, it will be more challenging, but I’ve been training twice as hard,” said Sam. “I’m coming into it now with a lot more knowledge. Last time I winged it, in terms of just going for it. I didn’t know anything about nutrition, about what to consume or when do I consume it. Now I know what to consume, it’s usually 100 to 200 calories an hour. And on top of that, when it comes to running in the cold, it’s all about moving. If you don’t keep moving, if you stop, you will get cold.” Sam said that while it will be difficult, he won’t be the first person to run 100 miles in freezing temperatures. “It’s not impossible, by any means, but it will be tougher, it will be more challenging. But I’ve been training twice as hard as I was, and this
Darius Sam is pictured at the Merritt Herald office on Monday, Nov. 9. MORGAN HAMPTON/Herald
gives me another month of hard training. You have to take it seriously. It’s not a joke going out there. People can get seriously injured or seriously jeopardize their health.” Sam hopes that this run will inspire people as it did last time, and encourage them to open a conversation on the topic of addiction, both in themselves and others. “This specifically hits close to home for me,” said Sam. “I was doing a lot of soul searching, and
as I’m sure there is in a lot of families, I’ve lost quite a few people to drugs and alcohol. They’re gone now. I have a mother I don’t even know due to drugs and alcohol, so they’re not here right now, they don’t have a chance to fail, they don’t even have the chance to succeed. I feel like I owe it to them to put my body on the line for these people. I believe that I’m a leader for the youth, a leader for the people in need, and I think that they need somebody in these
trying times. They need a positive impact.” Although Sam is not asking for donations to any cause, he still hopes to see people come out and support him if they can. “People can support me like they did last time, just coming out and watching and cheering me on,” said Sam, who believes he will be able to complete the final 11 miles that bested him this summer. “It’s kind of a redemption for me as well. I’m very excited.”
Cents fail to rally in fall to Spruce Kings Curling Club Jared Thomas CONTRIBUTOR
The Merritt Centennials were in it after one period of play, but a wild second period that saw a pair of shorthanded goals, and an additional goal waved off against paved the way for a Prince George victory 5-1. Early on it was all Spruce Kings as they were up 2-0 by the 4 minute mark. Colton Cameron and Austin Spiridakis helped get the Spruce Kings out of the gate hot, and they kept the pressure on for the first 10 minutes of the period while Josh Dias tried to recover from the two early strikes. Saved by the BCHL media timeout, the Cents came out swinging after the break and the new look top line was able to converge on net and bang home a goal. Jerzy Orchard pulled the puck off the wall, Brodi Stuart threw a shot on net, and Ben Ward got to the rebound first to make it a 2-1 hockey game and give the Cents a shot in the arm for the remainder of the first. They also
picked up a late penalty in the first that would give them a powerplay heading into the 2nd. Shots after 1 were 17-9 Spruce Kings. With the powerplay to start the 2nd, the Cents appeared to have the upper hand, but on a routine dump in Josh Dias got his wires crossed and Andrew Seaman pounced on him in the crease and potted a quick goal. So quick in fact that the officials missed it at first, but after play went on for another 2 minutes, the refs converged and decided it was indeed a goal. The decision turned back the clock and the Cents still had a bit of time left on the powerplay. Despite additional powerplay throughout the period, the Cents couldn’t hit pay dirt. Grayson Valente went off for a double-minor and after a mad play in front of the net PG batted in a goal. The officials reversed the decision citing a hand pass in the crease. Mason Waite was able to capitalize shorthanded late in the frame by dancing his way to the net
and beating Dias five-hole to make it a 4-1 hockey game. Shots after 2 were 22-15 PG. The third period didn’t have much going of consequence as both teams ground out the game to the final whistle. Hunor Torzsok was the beneficiary of a play reminiscent of the NVMA, as the puck bounced off the end-boards and right into the slot onto his stick, he made no mistake with the gift and put it into the empty cage to put the Spruce Kings 5-1. That would be the final as Josh Dias stopped 27 of 32 while Jordan Fairlie stopped 18 of 19 for the Win. After the game, Head Coach Derek Sweet-Coulter said that they will get to learn something before moving on in a short week. “We will take what we can from this game, and the good thing is the guys won’t have to dwell on this one, they will get to play a game next week against a different opponent and try again.”
officially cancels full season Jake Courtepatte MERRITT HERALD
After thorough consideration, the Merritt Curling Club has officially cancelled this winter’s season. An executive meeting was held on Tuesday to try to determine a possible way to open in January, with President Susan Newton saying that they sat down to discuss “health and economic issues.” The team has been
working with the guidelines laid out by CurlBC, Curl Canada, and Provincial Public Health, followng along diligently. “Thank you for your interest in curling,” Newton said in a message to the club. “Hope to see you all next year.” The executive club hopes to come back to the subject of reopening next season in October of 2021.
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COMMUNITY BOARD The Merritt Herald is changing up the way we do the community board. With all events being cancelled throughout the area we thought it would be nice to feature some local businesses. If you would like to nominate a business to be featured please email: publisher@merrittherald.com We want to help all businesses survive this pandemic.
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Nicola Plumbing and Heating is a long standing and wellrespected Merritt company that truly is a family-run business. Originally purchased by Tom Matthias Sr. in 1982, the company is now jointly owned by Tom’s sons Mike and Tom Jr. and their wives Jeanette and Maxine. “When Tom Sr. retired, Mike and Tom Jr. took over the business and then us wives jumped in as well,” said Jeanette, Mike’s wife. “Tom is the sheet metal and heating side, Mike is the plumbing side, and Maxine and I are the brains behind the
operation. I’m kidding!” Jeanette laughs. “We’re the bookkeepers and officer managers.” As the name implies, Nicola Plumbing and Heating covers all aspects of plumbing and heating for your home or business. From furnaces and pellet stoves to boilers, heat pumps and radiant heating, as well as HVAC systems, gas fitting and hot water tanks or instant hot water heaters, Nicola Plumbing and Heating is a one stop shop. They are also available for service or repairs to your current systems, offering 24 hour a day, 365 days a year emergency
service, because they know that you rely on your heating and plumbing systems and when something goes wrong, it can be a major inconvenience. “We do gas fitting, we do custom sheet metal, water softeners,” Jeanette explains. “We primarily do service work, repairs and maintenance on plumbing and heating. We do some new construction, and renovations. New furnace installations are a huge thing for us right now.” However, merely providing the service isn’t all that Nicola Plumbing and Heating is about. They strive to provide for all of
your needs locally from start to finish, from product purchase to installation and maintenance. “We provide an essential service, you need plumbing and heating, but what we’d like to provide to Merritt is the option to have the work done locally,” said Jeanette. “We encourage people to shop locally, to buy their products locally. We get a lot of people who go to Home Depot and buy stuff from them, but that’s not supporting your locals. With having us coming in and doing the sales, the installation, we provide a service that has a warranty behind it, that has support behind it. If you ever have any issues with what we install we’re there to have a look. And If we install the product, we know the product. If you buy it from Home Depot or online, we don’t know the product.” Although there are other options for plumbing and heating companies operating within Merritt or even from Kamloops, the Matthias family believes that the work they have done for the past 38 years speaks for itself. “It’s a quality service that we offer, and we stand behind our work,” said Jeanette. “Our customer satisfaction is the number one priority. We don’t do things quick and cheap, we do it right, so we don’t have issues down the road or call backs because it was
installed improperly, we believe in quality products and quality service.” Mike Matthias, alongside his brother, has been with the company since his father took it over in 1982, when they worked out of a shop at their home on Coldwater Rd. Since then, the company changed locations a few more times before ending up on Coutlee Ave., but the commitment to quality remains the same. “I’ve been with Nicola Plumbing, with my dad since the day he bought the company,” said Mike. “The most important reason they should phone us is
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son Nicola Plumbing and Heating has what he estimates to be between four and five thousand repeat customers, equaling at least half the population of Merritt. “We sell quality product, it’s not always the cheapest but it’s quality that we sell,” said Mike. “Anyone can go and buy a hot water tank or something from a hardware store and put it in and be done with it, but my dad always told us stick with what you know, be sure you’re trained in what you’re doing and that you sell the best product that you possibly can, and we’ve stuck to that over these years and it’s paid off for us.”
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we’re licensed, we’re bonded, and we’re completely insured. Some guys don’t carry proper bonding to do gas work, some of them don’t even have gas certification, and I see them doing gas hot water tanks. Make sure that you’re hiring the right company to do that job. A lot of people don’t understand that if you hire a guy to change a gas hot water tank and he’s not ticketed and they don’t put a permit on it, that means you have no house insurance. If the house burns down or anything goes wrong, they’ve got nothing.” Mike believes that dedication to a job done right is the rea-
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RECEPTIONIST/ADMIN ASSISTANT Full Time - One Year Term The Receptionist/Admin Assistant position will be responsible for general reception duties, administrative and clerical support to SCHSS programs under the direction of the Operations Manager, and subject to the Policies and Procedures of the Scw’exmx Community Health Services Society. Duties and Responsibilities Including but not limited to: 1. Provide receptionist services by receiving and screening visitors and incoming telephone calls. 2. Monitors and re-orders office supplies and office equipment as directed. 3. Provide on-going secretarial duties: including coordination of mail, circulation of information, messenger services for all SCHSS employees. 4. Performs all duties in accordance with the Society’s Code of Ethics and Personnel Policy. 5. Performs other duties as may be required and directed by the Executive Director or Operation Manager. Qualification/Requirements: 1. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to people. 2. Must be able to interact effectively and promptly with clients, band employees, health professionals and service providers. 3. A minimum of two year’s general office experience, 4. Excellent general administration skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 5. Proficient written and oral communication skills and a positive team player. 6. Must be willing to submit a criminal record check. 7. Previous experience in a similar office environment preferred. 8. Familiarity of Nlaka’pamux culture, language and history will be a definite asset. Application Procedure: Please send Cover Letter and current Resumes by mail to: Attention: Lori Clark Scw’exmx Community Health Services Society PO Box 3090 Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 Or by Fax/Email to: Fax: (250) 378-4962 Email: clark.l@schss.com Unfortunately, Due to COVID -19 Restrictions, we will not be accepting Resume’s in person at our office. Closing Date: November 20th, 2020 or upon position being filled. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
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Employment Opportunity - CASE MANAGER Office Location: Nlha’7kapmx Child & Family Services Society 987 George Road, Lytton, BC, V0K 1Z0 Phone: 250-455-2118/1-888-228-2118 We are seeking a fully qualified and dynamic individual, with a diversified background in various aspects of child welfare protection to deliver services to all the children living in communities affiliated with the agency. The Caseworker will develop and supervise a comprehensive plan of care that will ensure the safety and well-being of children in permanent care ranging from 0-18 years of age. The Caseworker will ensure that cultural and traditional experiences will be incorporated into the child’s learning and plans for transition to adulthood. The Caseworker will develop positive working relationships with the extended family, foster families, community and create a meaningful relationship with the child in care. Qualifications/Requirements: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree, with C-6 Delegation or can be delegated, under the current Child, Family and Community Service Act legislative authority; minimum two years’ experience in child protection or Human Service field. • Understanding of Nlaka’pamux culture and traditions to respond to a child’s cultural identity and support participation in community activities and events. • Ensure safety standards of care are being followed and comply to quality assurance standards. • Receive and investigate all reports of child abuse, neglect and abandonment. • Ensure appropriate placements are supervised and monitored appropriately. • File information on the child’s placement, progress, health and education is maintained and all required legal documents are kept current. • Exceptional interpersonal skills to work independently or collaboratively in a community-based environment. • Proficient using a variety of computer applications in Microsoft and ability to learn and use new software systems and social media platforms or networking sites.
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$549,000 THIS DISTINCTIVE 3 BEDROOM, 3 BATH COUNTRY HOME with solid maple floors and kitchen cabinets with large island and beautiful crown moldings. Chain link fencing surrounds a beautifully groomed lawn with underground sprinklers. Tons of storage space and plenty of room for your RV or toys. More than a home, it’s a lifestyle in one of Merritt’s sought after areas. MLS# 159022
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION WITH THIS 4 + 1 BEDROOM TOTALLY UPDATED HOME. 1 block from elementary school and 1 block from hospital. This home offers updated kitchen, two bathrooms, and family room. You will enjoy the fenced private backyard with sundeck and mature landscaping. MLS# 158810
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3 BEDROOM 2 BATH NEWLY DESIGNED HOME with a walk out basement in beautiful Logan Lake is nearing the finishing stages. Open concept design with a large 11 X 15 deck out the back overlooking the Highland Valley. Home has a double garage, and a 1300 sqft unfinished basement for the handyman. 30 min from Kamloops MLS# 157343 or 40 min from Merritt.
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$379,000 LARGE 2 STOREY HOME LOCATED NEAR ALL AMENITIES IN AN EXCELLENT LOCATION. This home has plenty of room for your family with the main floor consisting of 3 beds & 1 bath. The lower level has 2 beds & 1 bath. The home is currently occupied by long-term tenants. Newer roof & hwt 2019. Require 24 hours notice for all showings. MLS# 157908
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