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“This is going to define INSIDE THE HERALD Merritt for years to come” WEATHER

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WEATHER MERRITT

Nov. 18: Snow 2°/-3°C Nov. 19: Partly Cloudy 2°/-3°C Nov. 20: Partly Cloudy 3°/-2°C Nov. 21: Snow 3°/2°C Nov. 22: Mostly Sunny 5°/0°C Nov. 23: Partly Cloudy 2°/0°C

WEATHER KAMLOOPS

This story is the first time the Herald spoke with Merritt’s EOC Information Officer on the morning after the Evacuation Order. Find the latest interview on Pg. 5. Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM The Herald first spoke with Greg Lowis, Emergency Operations Centre Manager, on Nov. 16 regarding the flooding situation within the City of Merritt. “The water is receding this morning in the rivers themselves, the levels are dropping quite dramatically, they’re coming down about as fast as they came up in the first place, which is fantastic,” said Lowis. “Unfortunately, all that means is that we’re potentially looking at being able to start doing damage assessments.” Merritt was evacuated just after 10:00 AM on Nov. 15 due to rising flood waters and the failure of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. Despite water levels dropping, the plant remains compromised. “We know the wastewater treatment plant, the pumps are running, but there’s absolutely no treatment that can happen,” said Lowis. “So, anything that goes into the system is just being pulled straight through and discharged immediately into the river. Which means that it’s not as bad as it could be, but it’s still pretty bad. The drinking water situation, the wells were contaminated so we cannot, at this point, provide any safe

drinking water anywhere in the City. I know the Public Works have started planning out what it’s going to look like to flush those lines once the water gets down to a lower level, but again, we can’t even begin that process until the water falls further. As a result, we remain on Evacuation Order and we do not have any estimated tine of return.” Residents of Collettville, which is separated from the rest of Merritt by the Coldwater River, were advised to evacuate their homes around 7:00 AM on Nov. 15 due to rising flood waters which threatened area bridges. Later that night, one of the bridges was destroyed by high flows, while it is uncertain if the others are considered safe. “The Middlesboro bridge, which carries Voght St across the Coldwater to Collettville, collapsed last night,” said Lowis. “So, we don’t trust the structural integrity of either of the remaining two bridges, the Main St. bridge or the Houston St. bridge, until they have been inspected by structural bridge engineers, and again, that cannot happen until the water level recedes. Note: Since this interview, Houston Street bridge has been deemed worthy of travel. “At this point anyone who didn’t leave Collettville when they were ordered to do so, has to stay in Collettville, because they

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cannot safely cross the bridge.” All other residents who have remained in Merritt are being advised to leave immediately. “Anyone who can safely leave Merritt should do so,” said Lowis. Work will continue within the City of Merritt to restore water systems and to perform the necessary work to return people to their homes. “Everyone is working together as a team, we’re really focused on doing everything we can for Merritt’s residents,” said Lowis. “It’s obviously very hard work, but there’s a very good sense of purpose that I think is fantastic. The Emergency Operations Centre has been running non-stop since this began, the RCMP detachment has been able to bring in support from outside which means they’re actually running at more than normal capacity and they’re doing regular patrols both to ensure the safety of the municipality and also pulling over anyone they encounter and asking why they didn’t evacuate, what they’re doing still in Merritt. So, everything is working about as well as it can be expected to in this situation.” Some have called this unprecedented flooding a once in 200-year event. “This is going to define Merritt for years to come,” concluded Lowis.

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Damage assessments underway as flood waters recede The Herald’s latest interview with Merritt’s EOC Information Officer on the current flooding situation. Morgan Hampton REPORTER@MERRITTHERALD.COM Flood waters continue to recede within the city of Merritt, but unfortunately that is not a clear indication of when residents will be able to return home. The damage caused by the raging Coldwater and Nicola rivers has been extensive and extreme. “When it comes to damage assessment, this morning (Nov. 17) we’ve got engineers who are coming in,” said Greg Lowis, City of Merritt EOC Information Officer. The Voght St. bridge that crosses the Coldwater River and provides access to the Collettville neighbourhood was washed out, while the other two bridges were compromised by high flows

and debris, leaving residents trapped on the opposite side. After an inspection, the Houston Street bridge reopened on the afternoon of Nov. 17. Residents of Merritt were evacuated in a city-wide order due to a complete failure of both the potable and wastewater treatment systems. These are key pieces of infrastructure which must be repaired before residents can return. “We also have engineers coming in to look at our drinking water system, they’ll be able to look at our wells and our pumps and tell us what work we need to do in order to get potable water supply restored,”

Evac to last more than a week

said Lowis. “We have engineers who are looking at our wastewater plant and what needs to happen to the filtration basins in particular so that we can start processing sewage again. Once these inspections are complete, then we’ll know exactly how much work needs to be done. Until the inspections have happened, all that we know is that there has been damage.” Another aerial survey of the city was performed this morning, which did indicate that the worst of the flooding has occurred, and clean up efforts may be possible in the near future. “The waters have receded but this is revealing a lot more damage to infrastructure

in terms of things like damage to the asphalt in the roads in the sections that were flooded,” said Lowis. “We know that there has been damage to at least some of the pipes, we know that the filtration basins still have a huge amount of flood water in them. This morning we’re finally in the position where we’re able to get a much clearer picture of where the city is, but that doesn’t mean we can get a timeline on when things will be fixed, it just means that we’re getting more information.” Residents who can safely leave Merritt are still encouraged to do so, although Emergency Support Services (ESS) in Kamloops have reached capacity,

Jake Courtepatte NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD. COM The Evac Order for the City of Merritt will most likely last more than a week, said a Nov. 16 press release. City officials provided a brief update, adding that although the flood waters have rescinded, they still provide significant danger to the com-

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EDITOR: Once in a lifetime Any Merrittonian that thought on Sunday that they would be where they are now, or taking the measures they now have to, raise JAKE COURTEPATTE your hand. HERALD No one? Ya, EDITOR me neither. The flooding seemed to hit Merritt like a ton of bricks. It seemed like just yesterday that the Coldwater River was merely a trickle during the hot (or should I say HOT) dry summer months, yearning for any sign of precipitation. But here we are. It has been a whirlwind few days for the Herald, in an attempt to put out this online edition and post breaking news stories while also trying to figure out our staff ’s personal situations. I’m sure there’s a ‘balancing act’ for a lot of Merrittonians right now, whether that includes self, family, work, property, animals. But, just like fire season, we’ll come out the other side at some point. I want to finish with a little story, and no this is not a paid ad, I just want readders to know we’re being thought of: my family and I have evacuated to Kelowna, and on Monday night, we ate at a restaurant called the Train Station. Before we could order, they found out we were Merritt evacuees. Not a minute later, the manager came over, and told us the (much needed) first round was on them. Just a little anecdote to let Merrittonians know that other British Columbians have our backs. The best of luck to all, and see you all soon.

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ALBAS: Devastation never before encountered There is a saying in social media…” I can’t un-see that”…often associated with online posts the depict some DAN ALBAS sort of rarely VIEW FROM seen, almost THE HILL impossible to comprehend act or event conveniently captured in a manner that generates “likes” for viewers.

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Sadly, here in Central OkanaganSimilkameen-Nicola, Fraser Valley and in parts of Vancouver Island this past week, we cannot and will not ever un-see the devastation and destruction caused by record levels of rainfall and resulting flooding. Merritt, a community over 7,000 people strong, is currently evacuated. Motorists are still stranded in various places throughout the central and southern regions of B.C. Many grocery stores are running low on some basic groceries. Supply chains, for the moment, are stressed.

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For the people in Merritt and Princeton, B.C. they are experiencing devastation on a level never before encountered. Both of these communities have also suffered break downs in local infrastructure, with basic community services such as water and sewer being threatened. As an added challenge, in Princeton, a natural gas line has been compromised and many residents are without heat with a predicted low forecast of -8 overnight. At the time See ‘ENHANCING’ Page 7

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TEGART: Recognizing heroes in a time of crisis I am truly at a loss for words for the heartache and devastation our community has experienced not only in the last 72 hours, but throughout the last JACKIE TEGART six months. While VIEW FROM residents of Merritt LEGISLATURE are still reeling from a wildfire season that put the entire city on evacuation alert this summer, we are once again facing a climate disaster, as all 7,000 residents of Merritt have been forced to evacuate their homes and businesses due to a flood that is threatening lives and livelihoods. I cannot even begin to describe the pain I feel for the people of Merritt, and all British Columbians, currently uprooted and displaced by these floods. And as the situation continues to unfold, I know that our challenges are far

from over. In the face of such devastation, I want to take a moment to recognize the many heroes who have and continue to go above and beyond the call of duty in this time of crisis, and also highlight some of the key resources people can use to stay informed and safe. From our emergency responders, Search and Rescue services and Canadian Forces, to the everyday people who went door-to-door to check on neighbours and ensure they were okay, or the British Columbians throughout the Interior who opened their homes and communities to our displaced families, cooking meals and offering shelter and clothing — thank you for your service and sacrifice, putting others before yourselves and being true heroes these past 72 hours. I am so thankful for the mayor and council for their leadership through this time, and to each and every person who has lent a hand during this crisis. The most important thing now is to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe and

informed. You can visit http://emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca for current flooding information or register for emergency alerts by downloading and installing the Voyant Alert! App from the Thompson-Nicola Regional District emergency services page at https://www.tnrd. ca/services/emergency-services/emergencyalerts/. You can also visit the federal emergency preparedness site to learn how you can get prepared at https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/ index-en.aspx. And of course, my office will be open to help take your calls and emails and help direct constituents to the emergency resources and services they need. Don’t hesitate to reach out to my office by calling (250) 453-9726 or emailing us at Jackie.Tegart. MLA@leg.bc.ca. From my family to yours, please stay safe. We will overcome this crisis the same way we have faced every crisis: together.

Enhancing emergency preparedness From Page 6 of writing this report this week from Ottawa, I have just concluded a meeting with our Federal Minister of Emergency Preparedness, Bill Blair and a number of my colleagues who represent ridings in the Fraser Valley that are also threatened with flooding and evacuation orders. I would like to publicly thank Minister Blair who has consistently reached out and made himself available through this ongoing disaster. We have had assurances, both from Minister Blair and the Prime Minister, that the Federal Government will stand by to assist regions of British Columbia severely impacted by these floods and related mud slides. To the good people of Merritt and Princeton, as well as the surrounding areas, please know that federally we will do everything possible to assist in the days, weeks and months ahead. My phone is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and every effort will be made to ensure you are called back as promptly as pos-

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sible. There is no question that our region has experienced a challenging six months, between wildfire threats and now serious flooding and mudslides. The resulting damage is yet to be assessed but it will on a massive scale. Aside from damage to homes, properties, community, and provincial infrastructure, there is also the serious toll on the people who call these areas home and the most impacted. The reality is that as our climate increasingly changes, we are not as prepared as we need to be for these resulting disasters. My question this week: What solutions do you believe would most enhance our emergency preparedness? I can be reached at Dan.Albas@parl.gc.ca or call free 1-800-6658711.

From the Herald archives: May, 2010

TRAILER PARK FIGHTS FLOOD Only young children were having fun, wading in a lake created by an early Saturday morning flood at the Lower Nicola Mobile Home park on Highway 8. Water from Guichon creek overflowed across the highway and ran into the lowlying area, affecting at least 20 mobile homes on May 1. No injuries were reported, and no damage was caused to the inside of any of the homes, said manager Kathleen Courtoreille, but some renters were shaken up by the event.

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been set up as an emergency reception centre for evacuees. Some residents emerged with manilla envelops and instructions to wait for a call from emerShock and uncertainty accompagency social services (ESS) with a hotel nied evacuees from the flooded City placement. There were about 30 people of Merritt who arrived in droves to at the reception centre at noon, with a an emergency reception centre on lineup streaming out the front door. McArthur Island in Kamloops. The entire City of Merritt, with Families, elderly couples, parents about 7,000 people, was ordered to pushing strollers and a few pets could evacuate on Monday morning due to be seen lining up at about noon on rising flood waters that had comproMonday, Nov. 15, outside the McArthur mised the city’s water and wastewaterIsland Sport and Event Centre that has treatment system. Katrina Bennett was in disbelief when she heard on the radio at about 7 a.m. that her neighbourhood was being evacuated. She and her two teenage From left: Evelyn Cahoose, Natash West and sons were already packing when fire- Kaelan Smith. MICHAEL POTESTIO/KTW fighters banged on her door in the could see Riverside Trailer Park. There Collettville neighwas water everywhere,” Bennett said. bourhood, telling Danaya Bagnall-Neil is one of the them to leave. residents who escaped the flooded She said Riverside Trailer Park. She lives with her home was her family — four adults, three cats and untouched by flood a baby — and said some houses in the waters, as it’s on park were completely flooded, as were a hill, but noted parts of the downtown. it was a sad scene “I thought we were all going to die,” when she got onto Bagnall-Neil said. “The water was Houston Street to coming up over the embankment right leave the neighbehind us.” bourhood. She said people in the park were “We looked to scrambling when water breached the the left and the embankment. river had over“There were people running around flowed into the mill outside and yelling, our neighbours were area … but the freaking out, fire department was everysaddest park to me where,” she said. “You could see everywas when we were one running around their yards trying travelling just over to throw stuff so it didn’t float away. It’s the bridge and you pretty crazy.” Bagnall-Neil said the Coldwater Merritt & District Hospice society River breached its banks at about 4 www.merritthospice.org a.m. impacting all the trailers in the park, following about three days of conLiving with grief & Loss group stant, pouring rain. Provides support and safe space. She said the whole neighbourhood Have you ever lost a loved one? Do you feel alone? had been monitoring the water level. By 1 a.m. on Monday, Bagnall-Neil said the Need someone to talk to? river was about 16 inches from breaching the embankment. By 2 a.m. there Starts Tuesday, November 23 was an order to evacuate from the city. at 1:00PM to 3:00pm “The river, I’ve never seen it this (every first and third Tuesday: Dec 7, 21) high, have never seen it this fast,” said Bagnall-Neil, who has lived in Merritt Weekly – Drop-in (No registration required) her entire life. “Just a few months ago, Location: Hospice Office, #12-2025 Granite Ave we were dying of heat [during the sumCall Hospice at 250.280.1701 for more information. mer’s heat dome] … and now we’re

drowning.” Bill Clark, a single dad who lives next to the Double D Inn on Nicola Avenue, could be found in the ESS lineup on Monday with his three young children. He told KTW their home wasn’t impacted by flood waters when they were evacuated this morning, but he noted it is beside the river and he isn’t sure what may come of the situation. He said he has no one with whom he and his 10-year-old and two 11-year-old children can stay in Kamloops, which is his primary concern. “I’m more worried where are we going to be staying,” Clark said, opening his wallet to show he has no money on him. He was hoping to find answers inside the reception centre. Roy Coutlee, who lives on Voght Street, said he woke up to water in the streets and nearly in his home. “There was garbage cans, firewood, everything floating down there,” Coutlee said. He said he wasn’t nervous, noting his sole thought was to get his mother out of the area. He flagged down a police car to have officers help him get his 80-year-old mom out of the house. Natasha West, Kaelan Smith and Evelyn Cahoose, from the Diamond Vale area of Merritt, could be found embracing as they stood in line on McArthur Island. Smith said it was hard to sleep the night before, knowing they might have to evacuate, and got only about two hours of shut-eye. Cahoose said she woke up to an abundance rain after a sleepless night. Part of Merritt, she said, looked See “WHERE” Page 9 like a river and

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In Kamloops outside the emergency reception centre, Coutlee said he has a hotel room for the next 72 hours through ESS, but he’s more concerned about long-term lodging for himself and his mother. “Where are we going to live after this?” Coutlee asked, noting renting is expensive. He said he has no idea what he will do now. “Just go day by day. See what happens,” he said. Cahoose, who lives on Menzies Street, said her home wasn’t impacted by flooding, but she decided to evacuate before the order was issued because there is no access to fresh water. “I want to go back to something, I don’t want to go back to nothing,” Cahoose said. Bagnall-Neil said a lot of people in Merritt seemed scared. She and her family were directed to Kamloops from their initial muster point at the Merritt Civic Centre, which was packed with people. She said her family has a hotel to stay in for now, but she is not sure when or if they’ll ever be allowed to return home. She said their trailer is raised off the ground and has a couple inches of clearance, but noted a neighbour’s home was submerged. “The water is right now underneath our house. We don’t know if it’s in our house and we don’t know if it’s come up through the bottom,” Bagnall-Neil said. Bennett said she was feeling “a lot of anxiety” about leaving her home, but found comfort in prayer and support from friends and family and remains hopeful her home will remain untouched by floodwaters as it is on a hill. “Do step one — get out. Then step two — just take it one step at a time,” Bennett said, noting she got her electronics, toiletries, medicine and clothes together in the rush to pack. Her sons were worried as well, but they are helping to keep their mother calm, Bennett said. The evacuation of the city feels surreal for Bennett as it disrupts life. Her son had a shift at a local grocery store which he obviously won’t be attending — and while Bennett had the day off herself, she figures she won’t be working this week. “It took me about four or five phone calls [with friends and family] to say, ‘Is this really happening?’” Bennett said.

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she saw a car halfway under the water. Bobbie Labelle said her husband called her after he left their Collettville home, to alert her to the flood. “My husband calls me at quarter after five and says, ‘You ain’t taking this route to work this morning because the streets are flooded out, garbage cans are floating around and [there’s] a kid jumping on a trampoline,’” Labelle said with a laugh. She said she was surprised as she wasn’t expecting a flood in November. the weatehr events are more common in the springtime.

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Labelle had a positive attitude about her situation. Asked what she thought when firefighters came to her door and told her to evacuate, she said she thought, “I get a day off.” She said her daughter, Seriena, 10, was excited to have a day off school. She noted Merritt was on evacuation alert for a long time this past summer during wildfire season, but the current order to leave due to flooding happened fast. “We didn’t get any time to worry,” Labelle said. She said she had to leave her cat behind, but doesn’t think anything bad will happen to her home, which is also on a hill in Collettville. One thing that does concern her is the possibility of looting. “If it happens, it happens. As long as we got each other, that’s the most important thing,” Labelle said.

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The State of Emergency will be in effect for 14 days, at which point it will be extended or rescinded as necessary. “Our focus is on clearing, repairing and reopening roads to connect the Interior and the North to the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island, to get our supply chains moving,” said Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. “We are working closely with multiple partners to make this happen. It is a big job, but collectively we are up to the challenge and will get things opened up again just as soon as we possibly can.” Approximately 17,775 people have evacuated due to the impacts of flooding in the province, with 5,918 properties on Evacuation Order and 3,632 proeprties on Evacuation Alert. The federal government has responded to and

accepted British Columbia’s requests for assistance. In the coming days, additional federal personnel and resources will be arriving. “Provincial, federal and local governments are working with emergency personnel to make sure people and communities get the help they need as they work through yet another natural disaster,” said Premier John Horgan. “This provincial declaration of emergency will ensure the transport of goods, and essential and emergency services. Thank you to everyone for doing what you can to stay safe and to help one another as we work through this catastrophic time.” This is the third State of Emergency British Columbians have lived under in less than two years, with one previously being declared for the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 wildfire season.

Death confirmed in BC mudslide Jake Courtepatte NEWSROOM@MERRITTHERALD.COM The body of a woman has been recovered after a recent landslide along Highway 99 near Lilloet. RCMP confirmed the case on November 16. The landslide occurred the day before, and RCMP say the discovery of the body was made by Pemberton and Lillooet Search and Rescue personnel the same evening. The woman is said to have been from the Lower Mainland. It is the first death confirmed by the RCMP after a string of historic landslides have wiped out many important routes throughout BC. Hundreds of people had to be rescued from the highway systems including almost 300 from a site on Highway 7 near the Agassiz area, leaving their vehicles behind, by air. BC Coroners Service and the RCMP

have notified the woman’s family about the death, and both are working to conduct their own investigations. Efforts late in the evening to find more missing persons was paused due to safety concerns, however search and rescue efforts continued throughout the day on Nov. 16, to no avail. The total number of people and vehicles unaccounted for has not been confirmed, however investigators have received two missing people reports and believe there may have been other occupied vehicles that were lost in the slide,” said S/Sgt. Janelle Shoihet. “We are asking anyone who was a witness to the event, or believes their loved one is missing and has not yet been able to make contact with them to contact the Pemberton or Lillooet RCMP Detachments.”

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Upper Nicola Band Job Posting ~ Chief Financial Ofﬁcer Upper Nicola Band (UNB) is looking for a Chief Financial Officer who will be tasked with coordination of all financial management, control, reporting, and procurement functions for the Nation and will act as custodian of its’ investments and assets. Further, the CFO is responsible for ensuring the financial administration systems, policies, procedures directions and internal controls are appropriately designed and operating effectively. This role is appointed by the Chief and Council, reports to the Band Administrator and will be responsible for leading a team of five. You will have the responsibility to produce the budget of approximately $15M, as per the UNB Administration Law 2018, and subsequent policies to ensure financial transparency and accountability are adhered to. See more information at: Administration – Upper Nicola Band https://uppernicola.com/departments/administration This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to help drive change and growth within the Upper Nicola Band as you will be a key contributor to a very supportive senior leadership team. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Manages the operations of the Financial Services including financial administration, budgeting, utility billing, accounting, internal audit, fixed asset tracking, procurement, payroll, and central cashiering. 2. Coordinates the external audit, completes the annual financial statement, and compiles information for the annual report. 3. Directs, coaches, and appraises departmental staff and coordinates their work. 4. Oversees the newly trained Property Tax Administrator 5. Co-ordinate’s cash and debt management, including short-term borrowing and/or investing of funds. 6. Prepares and controls Financial Services’ annual operating and capital budgets. 7. Develops policies and procedures for accomplishing approved objectives for the effective delivery of financial services. 8. Acts as Band Administrator as assigned. Key Qualiﬁcations • A professional Accounting Designation – CPA required in good standing and either have or willing to obtain CAFM-AFOA certification. • Working knowledge of Xyntax Accounting System an asset. • A minimum of eight years’ progressive experience with a minimum of 4 years at a supervisory management level. • Proven interpersonal skills related to team building, liaison with stakeholders, and collaborative problem solving. • Track record of leadership in proposing and influencing changes. • Well-developed organizational and communications skills.

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Coldwater Indian Band Job Posting EDUCATION COORDINATOR The Coldwater Indian Band is seeking an individual to fill the Education Coordinator position. The Education Coordinator is responsible for the planning, administration and coordination of Coldwater Indian Band Education Programs and Services and reports to the Band Administrator. This position will be working from the Merritt Office. Responsibilities and Duties Planning – Annual and Long-term Education Plan for Coldwater Indian Band, membership and as directed.

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Financial – Develops Education Program budgets in consultation with the Band Administrator and administers the budgets as approved by Chief and Council and all other associated duties. Policy – Administers the approved Post-Secondary Education Policy. Liaison and Representation – Participates as Ex-Officio when required on the Band School SAC; Represents the band in negotiating the Local Education Agreement; Attends School District 58 meetings where applicable; Liaises with Post-Secondary Institutions/Schools in support of the Coldwater Indian Band Education Policy and programs; Liaises with SD #58 re: L.E.A., F.N.A.C, and staff where applicable; Advocates for Coldwater students within School District 58 & students attending different PostSecondary Educational Institutions; Liaise with Indian Services Canada in support of the Coldwater Indian Band Education Department programs. Post-Secondary Program Administration – Administers the Post-Secondary program as per Job Description. General Education Administration – Administers all pertinent Education Program funding through Xyntax; Develop and maintain individual student confidential files; Maintains records of all Education programs, services and funding associated with this department; Keeps the Band Administrator informed of sensitive and important issues and events in relation to the operation of the Education Programs; etc.

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Position Qualifications: • Post-Secondary Diploma (prefer minimum Business or Public Administration diploma) • OR an equivalent combination of post secondary education and directly related work experience. • Proposal writing an asset • Lifestyle consistent with the importance of the responsibilities of the position • Strong analytical and decision-making skills, tact, discretion and sound judgement • Demonstrated commitment to fiscal management • Superior communication skills, written and oral • Working knowledge of Xyntax an asset • Knowledge of Nlaka’pamux and Coldwater Community an asset • Ability to organize and manage workload • Good negotiation skills (Local Education Agreements) • Able to work independently and in a team environment • Satisfactory Criminal Records check • Valid Driver’s License and Reliable vehicle Send your resume with references and cover letter: Attn: COLDWATER INDIAN BAND H.R. COMMITTEE c/o Band Administrator (lantoine@coldwaterband.org.) or fax 250-378-5351 PO BOX 4600, MERRITT, BC V1K 1B8 Deadline for resumes extended to: November 26, 2021 @ 4:00 p.m. Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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The compensation for this role will be determined based on the individual’s level of experience and skillsets. To Apply: Please Submit a resume and a cover letter to: Upper Nicola Band, Attention: Human Resources Manager General Delivery, Douglas Lake, BC V0E 1S0 Email: hr@uppernicola.com Competition open until ﬁlled

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