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High-flying rally racing coming right at ya’! Current Canadian Rally Championship points leader Patrick “Rocket” Richard from Squamish, co-driver Rob Fagg from the Isle of Man, Britain and their Subaru Impreza WRX STi rally car (above) will be competing this weekend in the Pacific Forest Rally in Merritt and the surrounding Nicola Valley. There will be a meet-and-greet/autograph-signing Parc Exposé Thursday night from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Farmer’s Market parking lot beside the Baillie House. Racing officially begins Friday afternoon with a ceremonial start slated for 5:30 p.m. on the 2000 block of Granite Ave. Free spectator guides are available at the Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce, the Merritt Herald and numerous other retail and hospitality locations around town. Photo courtesy of World Rally Sport

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Squamish, B.C’s Patrick Richard is hoping that this weekend’s visit to Merritt is a lot nicer than the one a year ago. The current Canadian Rally Championship points leader returns to the Nicola Valley for the ninth time in 11 years to compete in the 2013 Pacific Forest Rally, the fourth event in the CRC’s national championship series. At last year’s PFR, Richard had one engine

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in his Subaru Impreza WRX STi blow up during Friday’s racing, and a second, replacement engine catch fire on the Saturday. It was a memorable couple of days, that’s for sure. “We had to put another engine in overnight,” Richard said. “You’re not really supposed to change engines, but we borrowed one off a street car. Unfortunately, it didn’t last. It was pretty haywire for everyone involved.” Richard and his new co-driver, Rob Fagg from Britain, are hoping

for a much better outing at this year’s Pacific Forest Rally. They come into the event with a win and two second-place finshes in the first three races of the year and an 11-point series lead over last year’s PFR and CRC champion, Antoine L’Estage from St. Jean-sur-Richelieu, Que. “Because we won the first event (in Maniwaki, Que.), we’ve basically been driving for consistency ever since,” Richard said. “There’s no need to take huge chances. At the same time, we’re definitely

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as his other interests), Richard says he embraces any activity that gets his heart and adrenaline going. He likes the Pacific Forest Rally a lot. “It’s all mountain roads — very challenging,” he said. A native of Sherbrooke, Que., Richard originally came west to pursue his passion for snowboarding (he was the 1995 North American Boardercross champion), but fell in love with rally car racing the first time he tried it in 1999. Richard is disappointed that this year’s

PFR doesn’t include the Princeton cutoff stage from Nicola Ranch to the Hamilton Hill Lookout — one of his favorites — but he’s looking forward to the new stage out by the Coldwater Ranch. Richard and L’Estage are familiar foes. Between them, they have dominated the Canadian Rally Championship series for the last 10 years, each winning multiple titles. Merrittonians are encouraged to see the high-performance rally cars and visit with the drivers and their crews

at the Parc Exposé beside the Baillie House from 6 - 9 p.m. on Thursday, and catch the ceremonial start on Friday at 5:30 p.m. on the 2000 block of Granite Ave. The Wagon West Plaza up by Wal-Mart will be the official service area and focal point of activity during the racing Friday afternoon/ evening and all day Saturday. The best way to be on top of all the action is to pick up a free PFR spectator’s guide, available at various locations around town.

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Carving a path from Singapore to Merritt Local artist set to launch book on sculpting career By Emily Wessel

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The workshop of sculptor Pius Chong is strewn with sculptures at all stages, from untouched lengths of wood to intricately halfcarved boards; from raw pieces of dense, jagged jade to to-be-bronzed clay forms. The space is a workshop in its truest sense, where Chong works with his hands in his medium of choice for that day. Chong said the physicality of sculpting is one of the aspects of his art he enjoys most. “I still enjoy the material for what it is, for clay for bronze, for carving wood and stone,” he said, noting he’s especially interested in working with stone now. “I’m going to concentrate on B.C. jade now. It’s very interesting. Difficult, very slow.” Patience is a virtue in sculpting, as is the acceptance of the fluidity of the art form. That idea — the impermanence of state — is one idea reflected in Chong’s book Fahcheong: the Art Book, which launches Tuesday at the library. Acceptance of the natural progression of ideas, art and life itself is one of the qualities reflected in Chong’s sculptures and conversation with the Herald. “I can sound flippant,” Chong said with a laugh. The sculptor didn’t always have such a philosophical point of view; Chong grew up the 12th of 13 children in a “staunchly Catholic family” in Singapore. He studied to be a teacher and after about a

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year in the profession fell into sculpting. “My main option was teaching art. The principal happened to cut down some logs and trees around the school, making way for his idea of improvement. So, we had lots of wood, and he asked me, ‘Why don’t you get the students to do some carving?’ It was a case of me trying to learn one step ahead of students, telling them what to do,” Chong said. Although Chong has never been to a formal art school, it didn’t take long for him to decide to pursue art full time. He left teaching to pursue philosophy and political science at the National University of Singapore. It was there he met his wife Anne. In 1989, the couple

left Singapore. Having visited Anne’s cousin who was living in Merritt at the time, the pair settled on the Nicola Valley as their new home. “I initiated getting out of Singapore. In those early years, it was trying to find myself more than anything else,” he said, noting he partly blamed his restlessness on the city he was living in. “Canada has this expanse, this breadth, scope, in all senses of the word — mentally as well as physically. I think that was a natural evolution of my thinking and Canada contributed to that. We found no reason to go anywhere else. We’ve been here since.” Chong said he enjoys living in Merritt, but his connection to Singapore remains strong.

In addition to his many works on public display in Singapore, Chong — who goes professionally by his Chinese name Fahcheong — has been featured in numerous exhibitions at the national art gallery of the Southeast Asian citystate over the years. In fact, he is planning a return to Singapore in the coming weeks. “If I have work, it’s there. I tell my friends, ‘If you see me back in Singapore, I’m working.’” Through sculpture, Chong has carved a career path that’s taken him around the world, including to studios in Italy, Australia and Thailand. A glimpse into that life — and the thinking and creative process behind it — is

afforded in Fahcheong: the Art Book. Chong said the book took about two years and plenty of collaboration with his wife and daughter to put together. However, Chong said even though his story as an artist so far is written, it’s not carved in stone. “Over the years, things change. Essentially, I think I’ve been able to find myself, whatever it is to find yourself, to know yourself. For me, everything becomes questions, philosophy, essentially.” The launch of Fahcheong: the Art Book starts at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the library and includes a conversation about art and more between Chong and fellow local artist Doug Strand.

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Focus on funding at B.C. budget consultation in Merritt By Michael Potestio THE HERALD

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Representatives of the provincial government heard input on the upcoming 2014 provincial budget at the Merritt Civic Centre last Wednesday during a consultation. The city was one of 17 stops the all-party Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services is making to collect public input on the budget. The committee includes MLAs Jackie Tegart, Dan Ashton, Mike Farnworth, Mable Elmore, Eric Foster, Scott Hamilton, Gary

Holman, Marvin Hunt, Lana Popham and John Yap. Yap was not in attendance. The committee heard from four presenters, who made suggestions for the provincial budget ranging from taxation co-operatives to community program funding. Okanagan-Similkameen Regional District Director Brad Hope brought forward the need to continue community development programs in small towns. He said the provincial government needs to continue putting pressure on the federal government to continue gas-tax funding.

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He said he’d also like to see the province put pressure on the federal government to renew threeway partnerships between federal, provincial and community taxation to fund infrastructure projects for small communities. He also wants to see provincial programs maintained, citing an example from the community of Tulameen. That community was able to complete a project to put a new roof on its outdoor rink with a $240,000 grant from the province and $60,000 of their own money.

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Issues from Merritt meeting consistent with other cities From Page 4 The community was short on funding upon receiving bids on the project but the difference was made up through donations, Hope said. “We have that happening all over with fire halls, community centres, all sorts of critical infrastructure that are happening now because communities are stepping forward and doing it themselves with the base funding from the province,” Hope told the Herald. Southern Interior Weed Management Committee Program Manager Jo-Ann Fox said the Weed Management Committee needs to have more adequate and reliable funding. “It’s really difficult in April to develop a proper invasive plant management plan when you do not know what your funding levels are going to be,” Fox told the committee. “We don’t get our money until the budget process, which is in May and it’s hard. We take the risk of hiring a contractor, and we’re non-profit, so we don’t have a bank roll. If the money doesn’t come through, we’re in trouble,” Fox told the Herald. She said she would

like there to be an established minimum when it comes to funding from the provincial government. B.C. Association of Child Development and Intervention representative Jason Gordon expressed concerns that there isn’t enough funding being directed to helping special needs children. He said he hopes to receive recognition from the provincial government acknowledging the fact these child and family development agencies have found ways to be efficient and innovative over the years to ensure constant levels of service. “We’ve been stretched to the point where now the impact is going to happen in the communities where we just have no more room to make any improvements [and] the services on the ground are going to start being impacted,” Gordon said. He also said the associations are concerned about wait lists, and wait times for services for special needs children if new funding is not made available. Gordon said for the last five years, the associations have seen operational costs increase but funding has not. “If we could just have the funding reflect the increase in operational

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cost, that would just help us meet the demands of the communities, help to decrease wait times and improve wait times for service for children with special needs,” Gordon said. The committee also heard a presentation from Princeton Support Our Health Care Society’s Ed Staples. Mike Farnworth, the committee’s deputy chair, said once the group finishes its tour of the province, its members will complete a final report and submit it to the provincial government. He said it will then be up to the provincial government to decide whether or not to act on any of the recommendations. Farnworth said issues such as children with special needs and invasive species are topics they’ve been hearing about from multiple communities on their tour. Committee chair Dan Ashton said they are hearing a lot of the

same issues they’ve heard about in Merritt in the rest of the province. He said there are issues regarding government funds being tight and a slowly recovering economy. “There are demands for more funding, but a lot of people, when they’re making a presentation, also realize that there are lots of issues facing the province,” Ashton said. He said as the economy turns around, more funding for these requests will be able to be made

tion of dollars given the tight financial situation. She said it’s also exciting to hear about small communities turning modest grants into large projects. “Although we’re hearing that times are tight, we’re also hearing some real good success stories around communities

coming together, and deciding what’s important and moving forward on it,” Tegart said. The committee is halfway through its tour, and the next two weeks include stops in the Kelowna, the Kootenays, Dawson Creek, Prince Rupert and Prince George.

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HERALD OPINION Science loses ground to superstition By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca

VICTORIA – From Stockholm to Sydney to Sicamous, September was a bad month for science. In Sweden, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change finally issued its widely leaked update on humancaused global warming. As expected, it downgraded predictions of temperature rise in the face of 15 years of measurements that show little or no average surface temperature increase. The official spin also went as expected. The revelation that more than a dozen computer prediction models have all more or less agreed, and all have been wrong, was played down. The IPCC went from “very likely” to “extremely likely” to affirm its belief in human-caused warming, even as its own core evidence went the other way. Again and again we are told that the vast majority of scientists believe in human-caused warming, and those who don’t are labeled “skeptics” or even “deniers” with hidden agendas. The problem is, science isn’t supposed to be done by polls or popularity contests, or assertions of faith like those that greeted Galileo’s wild claim that Earth is not the centre of the solar system. Before the angry mail starts to arrive, let me hasten to add I am not arguing for or against the theory of human-caused climate change. You can label me a “skeptic” as I view the temperature readings and the shifting theories advanced to explain them. Speaking of temperature data, David Suzuki had a problem with that at a TV town hall in Australia.

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It’s time for snow tires (or chains, if that’s your thing)

Emily Wessel Merritt MUSINGS It’s happening. It’s here. Winter. Well, not fully, but snow has fallen on the high mountain roads around Merritt, and we all know it won’t be long until it hits the valley bottom too. I don’t want to believe it myself, but the proof is in the powder. (And on the frozen windshields

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around town each morning.) Winter tires aren’t technically mandatory in B.C., but the Ministry of Transportation has made them mandatory on certain roads and highways — including a good portion of the highways snaking through the southern Interior. So, if you plan on leaving Merritt between Oct. 1 and April 30, it’s a good idea to change over to winter tires. If the police catch you driving on these designated highways — including the Coquihalla and the Connector, as I’m sure we’re all well aware — they can give you a ticket and turn you around. Not to mention winter tires are much more

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effective in the snow and on the ice than their allseason counterparts. But if you don’t have any road trip plans in those seven months, winter tires still might not be a bad idea. Since they’re not mandatory, not having them won’t void ICBC insurance on a claim. However, the degree to which winter tires may have helped in the situation could come into play when the insurance corporation looks at fault. “Driving without winter tires will not void your insurance if you have a claim. It also won’t mean you’re automatically at fault in a crash. However, if you get in a crash where winter tires could have helped, not having them

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may affect whether — or how much — you are at fault,” ICBC’s website says. It can be an expensive option, but it’s one I wouldn’t attempt winter without. It seems like another reasonably easy investment to make in your own safety. These high mountain roads have unpredictable enough weather as it is. To take this one precaution of changing over to winter tires (or chains, if that’s your thing) to give you more traction on slippery precipitation seems like a pretty solid choice. But while winterizing your vehicle is definitely important and can play a big role in your safety, it’s hard to argue with the logic that it’s the person

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behind the wheel of the vehicle — appropriately winterized or not — that determines how safe a winter road trip is. We all know the usual bits of advice: plan ahead, give yourself lots of time, adjust your driving to weather conditions, look at your weather conditions ahead of time, accelerate carefully, avoid cruise control. It’s one thing to be able to rattle them off the top of your head, and another thing to actually follow them. Just think of winter tires (or chains, again, if that’s your thing) as another piece of that conventional wisdom that, aside from being required on many mountain routes, can help ensure your safety.

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YOUR OPINION Successful spinoffs from wine, forest industries Dear Editor, In the discussion on the importance of direct jobs and industry, we often hear about the positive economic spinoff effects from a particular industry but usually as a secondary concern and very rarely in a quantitative or business-like way. Recently, the Okanagan Wine Festival, in partnership with the British Columbia Wine Institute and the Okanagan College School of Business conducted a study looking at the economic impact of wine tourism to our local economy. According to the study, there are now 800,000 wine tourist visits to British Columbia annually. The study further indicates that on average between wine purchases (that can now be legally taken back to other provinces in Canada), meals enjoyed at local restaurants, transportation and accommodation, the average visitor spends $474 daily. Currently Penticton, West Kelowna and Kelowna are the primary destinations, although Osoyoos is becoming increasingly popular as are daily bus tours. By the numbers, the wine tourism industry now employs roughly 1,100 full time jobs and is estimated to have a direct economic impact of $87 million with a further $52 million estimated in indirect economic activity with over $4 million raised in increased government tax revenues. These are certainly

very impressive numbers considering that across British Columbia we have 217 wineries with the vast majority being small, family-run operations that grow over 80 different varietals of grapes on some 9,800 acres. In the riding of OkanaganCoquihalla we have lumber Mills in Merritt and West Kelowna and significantly sized value-added wood product manufacturers in Okanagan Falls, West Kelowna, and Penticton. Much like the wine industry, there are also forestryrelated spinoff jobs located in Penticton, West Kelowna, Summerland and Okanagan Falls. Currently, there are a few more manufacturers I am hoping to visit in the next few weeks before the House of Commons is back in session. One aspect that remains a constant is the importance of trade relationships and having access to outside markets. Diversification in clients and expanded export markets helps keep employment steady as many operations have witnessed over the past recession the dangers of relying on a specific market. Overall, there are expansions and new investment occurring throughout Okanagan-Coquihalla and that helps create new jobs and supports our local economies. Dan Albas Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Ottawa

Elementary school event raises over $2,000

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The sun was shining on Thursday, Sept. 26 as the students of Merritt Bench Elementary lined up, eager to participate in the school’s annual Terry Fox Run. Throughout the previous week, a student or two would read out facts about Terry, written in their own words, during the morning announcements. An assembly took place before the run where students viewed a video and learned about multiple kinds of prosthetic legs. The throng of students set off on the run — the primaries on a shorter run and the intermediates on a longer one — full of energy. Staff waited at the corners, ready to direct the students en route. The community took part in the picnic that followed. Families sat together on blankets, laughing, eating and having a good time. Merritt Bench Elementary School is proud to announce that the event raised $2,050 to support cancer research!

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Re: Regulator’s reading on smart meters by Tom Fletcher, Merritt Herald, Sept. 24

Should the province bring back photo radar in school zones?

‘It is simply not possible for these devices to hurt anyone — as any physics prof can explain.’ ‘Please look at the science and complaints of illness that electro-magnetic fields are causing around the world.’

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“Information age” full of conflicting messages From Page 6 Polite, well-informed questions soon revealed that while Suzuki rails constantly about the horrors of global warming, he doesn’t actually know much about the latest science. As I’ve written before regarding his CBC-funded attacks on Canada’s oil and gas industry, Suzuki is not only behind on his homework, he resorts to cheap, sensational tricks to exaggerate and misrepresent hazards. His tactics are identical to the U.S.-financed environ-

ment groups that obsessively target Canadian petroleum. As for his appearance on Australia’s public broadcaster, don’t take my word for it. Just Google “An Audience with David Suzuki” and watch the show for yourself. Back in B.C., local politicians gathered in Vancouver for their annual convention. One of the most intense debates was over a call to the provincial government to declare B.C. “genetic engineering free.” The heart of this movement, which has resorted to vandalism in Europe, is

hostility towards Monsanto’s “Roundup ready” seed. Speakers at the municipal convention warned of sinister “corporations” trying to contaminate and control our food supply for profit. The debate pitted hobby farmers against professionals. Peace region grain farmers said such a ban would put them out of business. Others pointed out that the province has no jurisdiction and that scientific decisions shouldn’t be influenced by emotion. The session ended with a classic pseudo-scientific

claim. A woman who used to have a couple of bee boxes said someone’s bees died and there was a Roundup-ready canola field next door. Case closed. The misguided “G.E.-free B.C.” motion was supported by a narrow majority. As it turns out, there are agricultural pesticides that may be harmful to bees. The David Suzuki Foundation is part of an effort to get one of them banned in Canada. The problem is, it’s not Roundup, and it’s got nothing to do with genetic engi-

neering. They’re called “neonicotinoids,” because they’re similar to nicotine. Old sheep farmers may recall using a crude version: tobacco soaked in water to kill insects on sheep. It’s ironic that as the “information age” accelerates, our society, overwhelmed by conflicting messages, slips back towards superstition. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com Twitter:@tomfletcherbc

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City opts to continue recycling plan Council agrees not to sign offer from MMBC while details remain undetermined

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the city received an offer letter from MMBC inviting the City of Merritt to enter into a contract that would continue to see the city operate its current collection of PPP products, but with terms and conditions set out in a service agreement, statements of work provided by MMBC, and in return receive a financial incentive for that service. The deadline for submission was Sept. 16, 2013 with an official offer being signed in October 2013 and the program commencing on May 19, 2014. The acceptance of the initial

offer on Sept. 16 is considered to be binding with details being negotiated in October. According to the offer letter, the city would receive between $32 and $36 annually per household for curbside collection and $17 per household for multifamily collection (a service we currently don’t provide). In addition, the city would receive compensation for education and administration of the program. From staff ’s perspective, the program’s downfalls are that the location of the recycling facility is unknown (and

Financial implications: the real longterm financial implications are unknown at this point but look to not be in the city’s favour based on the current information. Options: 1. Sign the offer letter and deal with the details later. 2. Don’t sign the offer letter and carry on the status quo. Recommendation: That council opts not to sign the offer letter and inform MMBC of our intent to carry on with our existing recycling system. Shawn Boven, Public Works manager

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The City of Merritt Council will be holding a Public Hearing pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act, to consider amendments to the City of Merritt OfÀcial Community Plan Bylaw No. 2116, 2011 and the City of Merritt Zoning Bylaw No. 1894, 2004 for the lands, shown as “subject properties” on the sketch plan below:

The City of Merritt Council will consider amending: 1) The OfÀcial Community Plan, by amending the designation of the subject properties from Future Development to Industrial contained in the South Merritt Land Use Designation map, 2) The Zoning Bylaw, by amending the designation of the subject properties from Future Development to Industrial.

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‘The fines would quickly offset any financial incentive and the program would end up costing taxpayers more than the current system.’

potentially up to 60 kilometres away), the contamination levels allowed in the recycling product mix will be almost impossible to meet, and there are severe fines and penalties for not complying with the agreement. In fact, the fines would quickly offset any financial incentive and the program would end up costing taxpayers more than the current system. There are a number of unanswered questions with the plan and it was a topic of discussion at the UBCM conference. This report was written without full knowledge of what those discussions and/or resolutions entailed.

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If you feel your property interests may be affected by the proposed amendment and you wish to address City Council on any matters pertaining to this bylaw, please attend the Public Hearing at City Hall on:

Tuesday, October 8th, 2013 at 7:00 pm Your comments/concerns may also be presented in writing, in advance of the meeting by addressing them to the undersigned, or at the public hearing in person, by petition or by attorney. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Sean O’Flaherty, RPP Planning & Development Services Manager Note: This is the second of two consecutive Public Notices. Dated this 3rd day of October 2013 at Merritt, BC

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NVIT, non-profit offer free literacy course By Emily Wessel THE HERALD

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Literacy Merritt and the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology are partnering to offer adults in the Nicola Valley a free course in basic literacy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the first time that this level of literacy has been offered to adults in our community â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or the first time in a very long time,â&#x20AC;? Literacy Merritt outreach co-ordinator Robyn Grebliunas said. The full-time course started up this week at NVIT and includes an English and a math class in the fall term that continue into the spring term. The spring term also includes a computer literacy course. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything is done online now and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s completely intimidating, even if you can read the language,â&#x20AC;? Grebliunas said. Grebliunas said the Nicola Valley has a gap when it comes to programs for adult literacy as community programs for early years are already offered and literacy for school-aged students is covered by the school sys-

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tem. Grebliunas said the non-profit Literacy Merritt identified adult literacy as a gap in 2008, and this course is designed to partly fill that gap. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can always do more, but there are a lot of services in our community. Adult literacy is where we keep identifying that more service is needed,â&#x20AC;? she said. She said the courses being offered through this program are basic and aimed at easing peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day-to-day lives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking about functional literacy so that you can do your banking and do your grocery shopping and fill out forms,â&#x20AC;? she said. Grebliunas said the classes fit a wide variety of learners, including people whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve advanced past con-

versational English as a second language classes. Part of the reason the course can suit a number of different goals is the low teacher to student ratio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There might be a wide variety of goals amongst the learners. Some might be entering the program because their goal is to read to their child or grandchild. Someone else might be entering the program to work their way through literacy into college-readiness or adult Dogwood,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just want to work with each learner individually on their own goals and get them into the right level of learning.â&#x20AC;? People can be referred to the program by an education co-ordinator or a support worker, but Grebliunas said program organizers are keen to help anybody who is

interested find the right level of literacy programming. For example, if a person wants to take just the math class, he or she is able to do that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is sort of the front door. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re completely flexible and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll help the learners with what they need.â&#x20AC;? The program was made possible by the Community Adult Literacy Program grant from the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministry of Advanced Education as well as funding contributed by NVIT. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wouldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been able to offer this level of programming just with our grant. NVITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s partnership in this was key,â&#x20AC;? she said. The group can apply for the grant every year, and Grebliunas said she hopes to see this program return next year. Although the program technically kicked off Tuesday, Grebliunas said the start dates are flexible. Anyone interested can still apply by calling NVIT at 378-3300 or Grebliunas at 345-5851. The full-time course runs until April. There is no tuition.

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Do you see God at work? The water in the river is going down, he is writing on the wall and the gate was left open to allow Cyrus to come in. The prophet Isaiah had predicted that the captivity of the Jews and Jerusalem would only be for 70 years. That time was nearly up. The Babylonians were in no mood to let the Jews go back home so God brought the passion to Cyrus to do His work. The king was very scared when he saw the writing on the wall. He called his wisemen in but they could not read what God was writing. Then Daniel was called and God told Daniel what it said. Daniel talked to Belshazzar. He said to the king, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have known all about your grandfather, Nebuchadnezzar, and how God spoke to him. Now look what you have done with these vessels from God, you were using these to drink and honor your gods, and you have lifted yourself up against the Lord of heaven. Yet the God who holds your breath in His hand and owns all your ways, you have not gloriĂ&#x20AC;ed.â&#x20AC;? More next week...

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The Bab Th B Babylonians abyl b loni onians i are g going oing to tthrow oin h a big party in the city to shower their gods. The God of Heaven directed Cyrus to drain part of the river into a low valley outside the city to lower the water so His soldiers could go into the river and through the big gate in the wall. Isaiah, the prophet, had said years before that God would open the gate. The day of the big party came. Cyrus opened the ditch to drain the water. Then the king had the gold vessels, that had been taken from the temple of the house of God which had been in Jerusalem, brought to the party. The king and his lords, his wives, and his concubines drank from them, praising the gods of gold and silver, bronze and iron, wood and stone, whom they believed had given them power to beat the Jews. God wrote a message on the wall in the big party house in the castle. The Ă&#x20AC;ngers of a manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand appeared and wrote opposite the lamp-stand. The king saw the part of the hand that wrote. King Belshazzar was greatly troubled, his countenance was changed, and his lords were astonished. The guards outside were half drunk and had forgotten to close the big gate.

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Wild animals in the concrete jungle accidents will increase too, especially during the rut when deer chase each other day and night, completely oblivious to traffic. While there are many things we can do to discourage wildlife from

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Black bears, like this young female, venture close to the city in search of food and can be attracted by the smell of ripening fruit in a garden. Submitted by Heidi Koehler

age bears from visiting us and we should take the advice to heart. The simple message is this: do not to provide bears with food sources that attract them in the first place. Things like leaving garbage cans out on the curb overnight, leaving fallen fruit on the ground or storing fruit and vegetables in easy to access places outside could attract bears. It also means not to put food out for the stray cats. The winter has not even arrived yet and my wife already discovered and cleaned up two stray cat feeding stations in the back alley behind our house. Feeding the cats will not solve the prob-

lem; it will add to it and attract bears. Cats that are fed over the winter will also have young during the winter months, and we definitely donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want that. Remember last winter when predators like bobcats and even cougars were reportedly sighted in the city? Their presence in unusually high numbers can also be attributed to the availability of easy prey such as cats. This year I also noticed more deer within the city limits of Merritt. Although deer are not a big problem, at least not yet, they are a nuisance to people who love lush flower gardens. Many flower species contain

As many of you know, on October 5th Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be passing the torch on to the next Chief and Council. The best candidate for Chief is Teri Clayton. I know each of you want a chief and Council that will make decisions that will beneĂ&#x20AC;t you, your family and your future. Teri has the background in Economic Development and knows Band administration and Ă&#x20AC;nance. Teri is capable of leading our community on to a path of harmony. We need a leader that will get the job done in all departments and ventures that will beneĂ&#x20AC;t all members, on and off reserve. Teri Clayton as Chief of Lower Nicola Indian Band is ready to serve you now. Kukscemx Victor York

On October 5th vote for Teri Clayton as the person to lead this community.

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habitat for all kinds of creatures to find shelter and easy access to food within our communities. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only when people provide additional benefits though carelessness that wildlife visitations become a problem.

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Every fall as the days become shorter and the nights get cooler, bears migrate into the city in an effort to find food. According to Conservation Officer Jeff Hanratty, there have been very few complaints so far about bears roaming within the city limits and this is largely attributed to the fact that we had a relatively wet year which provided ample quality food sources for the bears outside the city limits. Indeed, I have never seen so much green at this time of year in the valley; usually by mid-July everything dries up. Does this mean that we wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have bear problems in the city this year? We can hope, but the likelihood is that bears will make their appearance as soon the nearly ripened fruit falls off the trees. Much has been said and written about how to discour-

visiting us during the colder times of year, the simple fact is wild animals are always attracted to human communities. Just by our activities of gardening and agriculture, we have inadvertently created the ideal

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Your mortgage stress test Friends & Neighbours DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY Mortgage loan interest rates have been reasonably low for quite some time – but it’s important to remember that rate changes are driven by various market conditions so they are always fluid and changing. In the current economic climate – and partly as a response to the federal government’s introduction of more stringent mortgage standards to protect consumers from taking on too much debt – mortgage interest rates have increased. Increased rates means increased mortgage payments. Often, consumers are focused on the total mortgage amount

approved by an institution instead of looking at the full needs of maintaining their desired lifestyle and retirement goals. If you’re in the process of arranging a new mortgage or are refinancing an existing mortgage, the questions you need to ask yourself are: How large an increase in interest rate can I handle and is there anything I can do to reduce the stress of increases? Let’s answer those questions right now – beginning with the impact on interest rate increases on a $100,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization (see the chart below). So … what is affordable for you today might not be tomorrow. One way to insulate yourself from shorter term interest rate increases is to opt for a longer term mortgage. A longer term mortgage may seem like a safer option in a rising interest rate environment, but keep in mind

you will pay a higher interest rate than a shorter term mortgage which means your total interest paid will increase. You will also likely face significant penalties if you have to renegotiate the mortgage during the term because of the need to relocate to another city, upgrading or downsizing to a different home, or because of the need to refinance for renovations. A longer term does, however, provide comfort in knowing you will have a set payment amount for the agreed term. If the longer term doesn’t work for you, another option is to take a shorter term mortgage at a cheaper rate and accelerate your payments by making payments based on the higher rate. By adding as little as $25 extra a month to your payments, you will generate significant interest savings. Add in a mortgage lump sum prepayment option and you’ll have a smaller balance and be less impacted by

any increases in interest rates at time of renewal. The type of mortgage, term and amortization period you select should be affordable within your monthly budget and fit with your longer term plans. Avoid stress and enjoy a calm financial future by talking to your professional advisor today. This column, written and published by Investors Group Financial Services Inc. (in Québec – a Financial Services Firm), and Investors Group Securities Inc. (in Québec, a firm in Financial Planning) presents general information only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any investments. Contact your own advisor for specific advice about your circumstances. For more information on this topic please contact your Investors Group Consultant. Contact David Brown at 250-315-0241 or at david.brown@investorsgroup.com to book your appointment.

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Long-time volunteer keeps busy Harbinder Hara (left) receives a certificate of appreciation from RCMP auxiliary program co-ordinator Brock Hedrick at the volunteer appreciation tea last Wednesday at the Civic Centre. Michael Potestio/Herald

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He’s a man who wears many hats during the 24 hours in his day. Harbinder Hara, 57, has been working at Tolko as a welder and first-aid attendant for the past 27 years and is their safety director. In his spare time, he also works as a part-time paramedic and an auxiliary constable in Merritt, both of which he’s done for the past 18 years. “I’m not [the] kind of guy [who’s] going to sit at home and watch TV, no. Always doing something,” Hara said. Last Wednesday, Hara was honoured with a framed certificate of recognition and his 15-year pin for service from the RCMP in addition to receiving one from the City of Merritt. “You feel good about it when you pay back something to the community. Living in a small community, you happen to know the community, so it’s just like a big family,” Hara told the Herald. As for his own family, Hara said his three daughters and one son have left home and live in different cities, leaving him and his wife Parmjit with an empty nest. As a part-time paramedic and auxiliary officer, Hara has a quota of calls to attend, course credits to complete and hours to put in every year. He said with all the time he devotes to his job and volunteer

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work, if he didn’t have the support of his family all these years he’d be lost. Hara said his wife helps him a lot, often laying out his things, such as his paramedic or RCMP uniform so they’re ready for him when he gets home from work. “She has big role behind all the stuff I am doing,” Hara said. In the past, Hara has also been involved with Nicola Valley Search and Rescue as well as the PunjabiCanadian Roots Club, where he taught a type of cultural dance to children. “If I can do it, anybody can do it, but for sure there is lots of give and take,” Hara said about his voluntarism. Hara said when he was 26, he moved to Merritt from India where he had completed his bachelor of arts degree. “I have some relatives here [in Merritt] so that’s where my roots started,” Hara said. Hara has lived in Merritt and been married since 1982 and credits the support he’s had from his family for his ability to take on so much in his community. Hara said having a good job and a supportive family makes for a good life for him and he cannot ask for anything better than that. “Merritt’s been really good to me and that’s the way, if I can do something for the community, I try to do it,” Hara said.

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Representatives from Merritt’s businesses were at the Desert Inn on Sunday for the 24th Merritt and District Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. Chamber of commerce manager Etelka Gillespie said the nominations came from businesses and employees throughout the community and a panel of judges made the decisions on the winners. The envelopes were sealed tight. Even Gillespie wasn’t made aware of who would take home an award. Merritt Live Theatre co-produced the event with the chamber of commerce to prepare everything for the event, Mil Juricic said. “We’ve had a real in-depth co-operation,” Juricic said. The night began with an introduction from hosts Taylor Landry of Q101 and Radio NL reporter Jessica Lepp, followed by dinner and some

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CLAYTON Lower Nicola Indian Band

LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND

ELECTION NOTICE

As Chief, I will strive that we work together as a team so our Band becomes healthy in mind and spirit, both economically and socially. As a team, we will Ànd solutions to overcome our problems, be they little or big, within or outside the community. BUSINESSES & ENTREPRENEURSHIP: • To train individuals in preparation of starting new businesses. • To make available start-up funds for small businesses and provide locations for these businesses. • To advocate for the forestry sector to remain a resource of jobs and family income. • To expand our interests in the forestry industry. • To build upon the Band owned businesses, such as Spayum (Grasslands), to ensure success and full potential. HEALTH: • To set aside further funds to cover health costs that are no longer covered. • To have a plan in place for budget cutbacks or increases. Services need to expand on and off reserve rather than be reduced. Preventative healthcare must be taught and encouraged. Recreational activities to be covered.

Questions or concerns call me at 250-280-6007.

If you need a ride to the polling stations, I can help you with that.

Teri Clayton

A NEW VISION

This NOTICE IS TO INFORM ALL ELECTORS OF THE LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND THAT AN ELECTION TO ELECT ONE (1) CHIEF AND SEVEN (7) COUNCILLORS WILL BE HELD:

Saturday, October 5th, 2013 At the Lower Nicola Band Hall at Shulus Polls will be open from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM THE CANDIDATES ARE: FOR CHIEF:

Teri CLAYTON Aaron SAM

CANDIDATES: Clarence BASIL Mary June COUTLEE Shane COUTLEE Arthur DICK Jimmy ISAAC Harold JOE Molly Ann TOODLICAN

Joanne LAFFERTY ERTY Gloria MOSESS Nicholas PETERSON RSON Tim PATTERSON ON Clyde SAM Robert STERLING Jr.

Electors residing off the LNIB reserve will be sent a mail-in voting package. Electors residing on a LNIB reserve who wish to vote by mail may do so by contacting the Electoral OfÀcer and requesting a mail-in voting package. Raymond D. Phillips, Box 369, Lytton, BC VOK lZ0 Ph (250) 455-2471 Fax: (250) 455-0040 Email: ray.1aw@telus.net

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season. It is easier than ever to verify those liquids, since just about every car or truck has easily identifiable caps under the hood. To accidentally pour the wrong liquid in an opening is now almost impossible. On the other hand, going quickly through the owner’s manual will guide any motorist in checking fluids. One of the most important is the antifreeze in the radiator. But before opening just any cap, make sure that the engine is cool and that you have read the warnings in the owner’s manual. Unless equipped with the proper tools to test the quality of the antifreeze, the only thing a motorist can do is to verify the level. If that sounds beyond your level of comfort, don’t hesitate to go see your local mechanic and have them show you how to go through the process. Make it fast, though, because winter is just around the corner!

More and more motorists are catching on that winter tires play an essential role during the cold season, when using the proper winter tire makes all the difference on icy or snowy roads as well as on cold pavement. Which winter tire is the best? It’s not as simple as recommending one specific brand or model. The best advice we can give to motorists who are puzzled by all those tires on the market is to go and see a local tire dealer who advertises many brands. The shop’s technicians will be able to tell you which tire is best suited to your car or truck and to your style of driving. For example, motorists living in very snowy areas will probably need winter tires with a much more aggressive tread design. Even then, the recommendation will depend on whether the car or truck is front-, rear-, or all-wheel drive. People who do a lot of highway driving will be shown specific tires that might not display large and deep grooves; tires for that kind of driving are more likely to feature an intricate design crated to sip the water from the top layer of the ice on the road so that the tire can reach the drier part of that ice for the best traction possible. Some motorists might not be aware that their new cars are equipped with performance wheels and tires. Gone are the days of the good old “snow grips”. Today’s winter tires are so specialized that the best move is to get advice from an experienced tire technician. Choosing the right winter tire might require the help of an expert.

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$85,000

$79,000

• Nice, quiet neighborhood • Close to downtown

$79,000

$70,000

M3908, M3910, M3911

• Desirable Nicola Wynd Dev.

• Views of the Nicola Valley

• Build your dream home

• Walking trails & shopping nearby • All services are u/g & at lot line

$67,000

M3758

$60,500

M3914 & M3915

$435,000

$57,000

M3692

• Creek flows thru entire acreage

• Start planning for your retirement

• Great location nr Tunkwa Lake

• 40 acres with flowing creek

• 153 acres of Farm land

• Enjoy the great outdoors

• Build your dream home • 30 min drive to Kamloops • Invest today in growing community

$44,000

M3884

$198,500

• Desirable bungalow! • 3 bedrooms, 2 bath • Private backyard w/ pool • Full basement w/ dbl carport

• New amazing, 3BR, 2 Baths • 9 ft.ceilings, large bright design • Full unfinished basement • Quality built & Home warranty

• Most amazing views, huge shop

$370,000

$364,000

$365,000

M3994

Inc GST

M3847

• Updated, one level home • Near Mamette Lake M3801

• Beautiful sprawling rancher • Nicola River frontage • Mature shade trees • Located in quiet cul-de-sac

M3913

• Riverfront Acreage,

$399,888

M3972

• 4 Plex – Investors, lots of parking

• 9.62 property, fenced pasture

• Quality built, 4 bed, 3 bath • Open design- C/air, C/vac • H/E Pacific Energy wood stove • Fully fenced, U/G sprinklers

$399,000

$374,900

$388,000

• Modular home, 3 BR, 2Bth

M3857

M3993

• 4 Lrg Suites, Close toD/Town • Double Lot, Great Location M3863

D UCE D E R

• Immaculate, In great park in Merritt • Bright & Open design w/ Skylights • 2 BD, Sundeck, Garden shed incl

$79,900

• Immaculate 3 bed plus den • Motivated-Quick possession • Quality appl.-amazing Kitch • C/Air, Gas F/P, U/G sprinklers

• Lrg 4 BR, 3 bath family home + • 2 bedroom suite, own laundry • Skylights, A/C, U/G sprinklers • Oversized double garage

• Large 7 BR, 4 ½ bath home

• 9 ft ceilings, large bright design

• Well maintained 3 BR,2 bath Rancher • Lrg open kitchen, vaulted ceilings • A/C, gas F/P, RV parking

$334,000

$334,900

$332,000

$327,000

$329,000

• New amazing w/3 BR, 2 Bath • Rancher w/ Amazing kitchen

$349,000

L3980

Inc GST

M3848

M3859

M3862

• • • •

M3885

• 4 BR family home, Bench Location

• New roof, recent H/W & Boiler • 5 BR, 3 Bath main part of home • LR w/Japanese Cherry HW Floors • + 2 BR suite at ground level • Gazebo, Hot Tub, Pool & more! • Mstr BR, ensuite has jetted tub

• Year round residence • 4 bed, 2 bath main home • 2 acres private lot w/ extra’s • Guest cottage w/ tons of parking

• Deluxe Bare land strata • 2 bed, 2 bath rancher • New roof in 2010 • C/air, C/vac & much more!

$325,000

$305,000

$299,000

$289,000

$282,000

M3893

$299,000

M3984

M3946

• Great Investment & views • Water, gas, sewer to lot line M3931

Completely Replumbed New HW tank 3 Bed, 2 Bath rancher Appliances included M3844

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

GLI

• Beautifully updated • 2900 sq ft 3 bed family home • Lrg covered deck, fully fenced • Awesome family home L4008

M3964

• Plus In-law suite on main

$39,900

• Family home 4 BR, 3 Bath • Plus 2 bedroom suite • Rear deck with BBQ hookup • Family area, cul-de-sac street M3961

L3989

• Potential legal suite

AKE L E MPS

D SOL

M3999

• 1500 sq.ft./ floor, wheelchair • 2 bdrm bungalow in popular access strata • Top floor, 1 office, mini kitch & Bth • No kids, no rentals & self man• Backyard fenced, Ramps both aged sides • New roof, carpet & paint

$275,000

M3903

$269,000

M3834

• Very nice 4 BR, 2 Bth family home • New furnace, roof and gutters • Updated main Bth- Private backyard

$264,900

M3945

AKE L E MPS

GLI

• Approx 15 acres of prime dev. prop • Current zoning I3 w/portion in ALR • Subdivision potential

$499,000

L3873

D SOL • Location! Location! Location! • 4 bed, 2 bath family home • Updated windows/ furnace • All appliances included

• Located on nice quiet street • 5 Bed, 3 bath incl. ensuite • Granite countertops, Central air • Tile & laminate flooring, 5 Appl.

• Nice 3 Bedroom rancher • Close to school & shopping • Separate living & family room • 16x20 detached garage

• Cozy, 1 bed cottage w/loft • 2 acres, fully fenced • Huge deck w/lovely Lk view • Year round recreation

• Quick possession! • 4 bed, 3 bath family home • Fresh paint, some new flooring • Lrg sundeck, landscaped yard

• Great Buy! Below assessed Value

$259,000

$244,900

$239,000

$230,000

$219,000

M4007

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M3981

M3968

E RIC P NEW

L3978

• Sunvalley Court-2 BR, 2 Bth T/ home • End unit-includes all appliances • 24 hour notice required

$209,000

$199,000

$194,000

• 2 single family homes on Lrg lots

M3947

M3962

M3741

• 55 plus buyer at McCallum Gardens • Many extra rooms, plus ensuite • 2 BR and Den w/ central air • Wonderful gardens & green space • Wonderful views of Nicola River

• Immaculate, move-in ready • 2 BR, 2 Bath adult townhome • New paint throughout • Nice backyard patio

• 2 Bed home across from old • Collett ranch- great views • New roof 2007- newer furnace • Private, totally fenced backyard

$181,000

$176,000

$169,000

• Very large 2 bedroom rancher

M3969

M3950

$180,000

M3920

L3979

M3963

• Cozy 2 BD rancher, fenced back yard • Wood stove, metal shed & Shop • Front yard has Garlic and Herb bed

$169,000

M3886

• Nice 3 BR, 2 full baths, half duplex • 1 car attached garage & fenced yard • New roof ’07, Large Master BR.

$169,000

M3852

Royal Lepage Realtors are trained to provide valuable assistance to Buyers in the following areas:

• Close to down town core

$164,000

$159,000

M4001

$187,950

M3958

• Nice 3 BR, 2 full Bath, 1/2 duplex • Fam Room on Main w/2 BRs, Kitch • And L.R. on 2nd storey, Fenced yard

• Great investment property M3960

$159,000

M3851

• • • •

Lrg commercial space in Merritt 12,000 Sq Ft, has 6 HVAC’s Lease rate, $6.00 per Sq Ft Also available for Sale

$725,000

(R)

• New 2 bed, 2 bath Apartment • Bright open design • Kitchen w/ lrg center island • Laundry room in unit

• Beautiful Heritage Charmer • 3 BD,2 Bth, shop & RV parking • U/G sprinklers for amazing gardens • A/C & security system

• Nice 3 Bedroom Rancher • with finished basement • Lrg Bedrooms- open design • Large fenced yard

$179,000

M3995

• Collect rental income from both

• 3 Bed, 2 ½ Bath townhouse • Gas fireplace in living room • Separate dinning & kitch nook • Nice kitchen cabinets

SOL

M3929

• Sunny lot on Calcite drive

$43,000

$429,000

• Beautiful 5 BR family home • 4 Bath, ensuite w/ jetted tub • 2 bedroom in-law suite • 2 Covered decks

GST L C IN

LOGAN LAKE LOTS AND ACREAGE

M3930

M3996

GST L C IN

• New residential lots in nice area • Located in quiet cul-de-sac • Fully serviced incl curbs/ storm drain

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$358,000

• Bright open design • Great views, 5 acre parcel • In-law suite w/ wood stove • Great well, 60 us gpm,

M3909

• Nice lot for your dream home • Quality builder available

• Easy access to new Retail and Dining • Wonderful Views, good sized lot • Build your own dream home

• One of Merritt’s finest • residential neighborhoods! • Immaculately maintained • Gorgeous panoramic views

M3827

• Beautiful river view

• Quality builder available

NOW

• Good sized lot, Ok for double wide • City services @ prop line • Mountain view in a quiet area

• Desirable Nicola Wynd Dev.

M3707

$449,000

M3985

• • M3977 •

M4003

• 26+ acre parcel

M3749

$449,000

• Shop w/ 1 BR apt & 18’ ceilings

• Beautiful southern views • Backs on to Crown Land

• Nicola Lakeshore Estates

$149,900

• 8+ acres, barn & water license

• 5 km west & south of Merritt • 1000 sq ft. 3 bedroom home • 10 acre parcel, 4-5 acres of hay • On a maintained road

• Most incredible view, 3 BR hse

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MOBILE HOMES IN PARKS

M3966

• 247’ lake front w/winding trail to site • Great views of valley & water below • Comm. water in place, power @lot line

$205,000

E RIC P NEW

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26 Country acreage Natural grasslands, Good water table 2 acre,leveled, ready for a home

• Identifying desirable types of properties • Investigation and timely information gathering • Viewing properties and providing information and advice • Preparing a binding Contract of Purchase and Sale • Negotiating terms and conditions • Assisting in arranging inspections and other needed services

• 3 Bedroom rancher • Newer flooring in kitchen • all bedrooms& livingroom • Yard is fully fenced

$149,900

• Bright, quiet strata retirement home • Wheelchair accessible • 2 large bedrooms, 5 piece Bath M3973

$155,000

M3833

• 3 Bed , 2 Bath home • Currently set up as duplex • Back unit has 2 Bedrooms • Comes with appl. in both suites

$167,000

M3983

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M3949

• Well known location • Insurance office across the lane • Adjacent to city’s only Drycleaners

$85,900

M3935

• One of a kind in downtown • Potential dev. opportunities • Bring your building plans

$85,000

M3942

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• Unique layout that awaits your touch • 2 lots, 2 titles • Detached double garage

• New laminate flooring

$128,000

$108,000

M3792

• Nice 2 Bedroom Condo • Good for revenue or first timer M3877

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• Rev prop, Lvgrm, kitchen on main • Upper flr has 3 bdrms & full bath • Vinyl windows, fully fenced front yd

$103,000

M3823

T ROF C H AS

• Ground level entry and parking • Open design living room& kitchen • All electric heat and hotwater

• New windows, siding, roof, h/w tank • New kitchen, floors & electrical • Solarium off dining room

$69,995

$69,900

$235,000

M3955

M3817

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Custom built red cedar home 0.24 acre lot Large master bedroom with ensuite Main floor laundry, walk-out bsmt

$309,000

M4014

ING

One level rancher! 3 Bdrms, 3 full bathrooms on 2.24 Acres Laundry on main floor Extra large room with own entrance perfect for a home business. $279,000 M4013

• • • •

• Central location, Laminate floors • New laminate flooring • Newer furnace, H/W tank

• New roof in 2010

$76,900

M3486

$74,000

M3818

M3934

E MIL H HIG

• Great starter or investment, 5BR • New kitch, baths, flring throughout • New H/E furnace, a/c, roof, windows

$199,900

• Great investment property

• Famous Mile high Resort • Attractive, cozy & affordable • Wood stove & open floor plan • Start planning for the good life!

• Luxurious 3 BR Custom Log Home • Laundry on main, Games room/more • Resort style Atmosphere- Mile High!

$287,000

$349,000

M4006

M3894

G ISTIN L NEW

New Home! French doors, wrap around deck Open concept with vaulted ceilings Quiet location surrounded by newer homes

$274,900

M3871

• 2 bedrooms in strata building

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LIST W E N

• • • • •

$99,900

HE CACEEK CR

• Don’t Rent when you can own! • 1 bed, lrg rooms & updates • Includes fridge and stove • Well maintained building M3992

• 2+ bdrm home on a good sized lot • Open plan for kitchen, DR & LR • Fully fenced yard & lots of parking

M4012

• No stairs • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Main floor apartment • Many updates

• Live in Luxury!! • 4 Br, 3000+ sq ft home • His and hers walk in closets • Central A/C, Central Vac.

$105,000

$479,888

M4015

M3971

• 2,630 sq.ft Log home on 2.15 acres • 6 bedrooms, 2 1/2 Bathrooms • W/out basement, sundeck and more!

$349,900

M3952

O TW ES TITL

• Outstanding views, lots of privacy • Nearly 20 acres, all new fencing • 3 BR, 2 Bath Home, Move-in ready!

$349,000

M3881

• Enjoy drinks at the wet bar! • Custom built cedar home • 3 BR w/ walk in closet, • Sunny kitchen & hobby room

• Great starter or retirement home

$309,900

$259,900

M3975

• 2 lots for the price of 1 • 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms M4010

• There’s no place like home! • 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Newer, roof, furnace & H/W tank • Private back yard onto greenbelt

$259,000

M3959

• Spacious 4 bdrm home • Family neighborhood, awesome deck • Huge Jacuzzi tub & pool table

• 4BR, 3 bath home with inlaw suite

$258,000

$195,000

M3806

• Pet friendly 3 bed home • New roof, flooring & more! • Private backyard • Backs onto Greenbelt

• Starting out, over or renting out

• 2 BR, 2 Bath Manufactured home

• Immaculate 2BR, 2Bth, super suite

• Renovated 3 BR M.H, new roof

• Open floor plan offers casual living

• Lrg dining area and Elegant kitchen

• New windows, furnace & electric

• Skylights and upgraded appliances

• Strata fee inc, heat, hot water, cable

• 1 or 2 BR Condo on first floor • Newer Kitch w/ pull out pantry • You will love the French doors & • The newer Bathroom

$192,700

$142,000

$137,000

$115,000

$94,900

M4005

M3926

M3904

M3808

• New Lam. floors, C/Vac & gas FP • Storage sheds & double car garage

Royal Lepage Realtors(R) are trained to provide valuable assistance to Buyers

M3970

Claudette Edenoste your Logan Lake Broker •Phone: 778-220-3210 Suite 10A, 111 Chartrand Ave., LOGAN LAKE, BC • www.royallepage.ca/merritt

M3896

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Sitting for long periods of time is a health risk

DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN Did you know the current research shows that sitting for long periods of time is a huge risk factor for numerous chronic diseases? It is now known that prolonged sitting contributes to the risk

of heart attack, stroke and a variety of metabolic syndromes. As an example, a study by Dr. Hidde van der Ploeg found that sitting for 11 or more hours each day increased the risk of death by 40 per cent compared to sitting less per day.1 Now, if you are a person who sits all day at work or at home, this all sounds pretty scary. However, we have not even taken into consideration how these chronic illnesses are made even worse by a relatively sedentary lifestyle. By this, I mean the general population is getting less active and bigger as a

result. For example, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states nearly 36 per cent of American adults are obese. This is up from 12 per cent in 1990. And another 33 per cent of adults are overweight. Therefore, when you combine the risk factors of a sedentary lifestyle and the resulting obesity with being seated for prolonged periods each day, the overall result is disastrous. As a result of the issues I mentioned above, there has been an increasing interest in getting workers out of the office or at least

out of their chairs and moving throughout the work day. As part of this trend, many employers have started to use and promote the stand-up workstation as a way of enforcing movement on an otherwise sedentary work force. Some employers also encourage their workers to sit on special exercise balls (a.k.a. ”Swiss ball” or “balance ball”) so they are forced to remain balanced when sitting, which activates many muscle groups. As a chiropractor, I would also suggest workers get up and take a quick walk around the office after every half hour of sit-

ting. In addition to this, performing simple neck and back stretches during the day will prevent potential neck and back pain, as well as keep you active throughout the day. Some simple stretches can be found on my website at merrittchiro.com. Finally, it is well documented that participating in any form of regular exercise before or after work will lower the severe risk factors listed above. This means if you simply cannot get up and move around during your work day, such as a person who drives a logging truck, then you need to some

Patient, dietitian collaboration is key with nutrition services (NC) — Registered Dietitians are highlytrained experts in nutrition for healthy living and the treatment of nutrition-related diseases. As a client, you should participate in the decision-making about your care. You have the final say when it comes to accepting recommendations – that means you consent to any nutrition care treatment based on understanding why you need it, the benefits and potential risks and the consequences of turning the treatment down. “Registered Dietitians need to be clear about their recommendations and what they mean for your health,” Mary Lou Gignac, Registrar & Executive Director of the College of Dietitians of Ontario said. The College is the regulatory body that regulates

Registered Dietitians in Ontario and holds them accountable for their conduct and professional practice (see mydietitian. ca). Remember, when giving your consent: You should feel informed, involved and respected. You should not feel pressured into any decision about your nutrition care. The law says you have the right to say yes or no, or even to change your mind after giving consent. You and your family should ask questions and take the time to understand before accepting or refusing any nutrition care treatment plan. The obligation is on your dietitian, not on you, to make sure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision. Your dietitian is also responsible for tak-

ing reasonable steps to overcome obstacles in your understanding the information, such as, language, disabilities or cultural differences. Refusing specific recommendations from your dietitian should not affect the rest of your nutrition care. Your dietitian will collaborate with you to find reasonable options and explain the risks linked to refusing any or all options. Be clear about payments. Discuss the payment options with your

dietitian. If insurance is paying, be sure to discuss what information you want to keep confidential and what to disclose to the insurance company. “Agreeing to a nutrition care treatment plan with a full understanding of what is involved allows you to participate in decisions affecting your health,” Gignac said. “Ultimately, that protects your health and safety.” www.newscanada.com

form of exercise at the end of your day or on your days off. This should also be combined with monthly visits to your chiropractor so he or she can help you maintain proper mobil-

ity of the joints and muscles of your body. 1. Sitting time and all-cause mortality risk in 222,497 Australian adults. Arch Intern Med, 2012 Mar 26;172(6):494-500.

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Fall Renovation & Winter Preparedness EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET YOUR HOME PREPARED FOR WINTER

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Features include: A vast amount of colours and products to choose from designed to add value to your home. Your roof is protecting one of your biggest investments so we at J.A. Installations take pride and make it a personal task to make sure you have the right product and installation. A roof is the least maintained part of your house so why not let the professionals do it right the first time. All materials are installed to manufacturers and regional specs so your material warranty is one you can count on.

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FALL RENOVATION & WINTER PREPAREDNESS Remember to tell your insurance broker about any renovations to your home. Barton Insurance Brokers Community......... it’s who we are! 111 Chartrand Logan Lake 250.523.6319

Whatever your renovation work, be prepared! If your house needs renovations, you might be calling on a contractor. The type of project and its scope will determine the type of contractor you need. Determine your needs and write down on paper the work that’s necessary, providing as many details as possible, including a list of materials. When you’re ready, make a plan. Ask for a cost estimate from three contractors. To find potential candidates, you can ask friends, relatives and neighbours to recommend reliable and experienced people who do quality work. You can also contact the residential construction association in your region, or municipal building services. Make sure the contractors possess the technical ability as well as the tools and experience necessary to complete your project. Check the qualifications of those contractors that are recom-

mended. Ask them to provide you with references from past clients, to get their feedback. Confirm the contractors are insured against workplace accidents and have liability insurance. Ask them to provide you with their commercial permit number and verify it at the local permit office. Consult your local Better Business Bureau to find out if there are complaints about the contractors. Compare the estimates. Don’t forget the price only includes what’s listed. Renovation work can sometimes uncover hidden problems. So plan a budget to allow for the unexpected. Don’t immediately choose the lowest estimate. The contractor may have underestimated the amount of work or tried to beat out the competition, and there’s a risk of having unexpected costs. Choose the contractor that will be able to do an acceptable job for a reasonable price.

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Energy-saving tips

Heating and ventilation: the key to your comfort Comfort inside your home is largely dependent on air quality. When discussing a house’s indoor air quality, heating and ventilation enter into the equation. These two elements are systems that can sometimes appear complex to the uninitiated. Indeed, some maintenance jobs should always be done by professionals. Whatever your level of competence, here are few useful things to know. First off, the heat generating system: The furnace. Air filters should be cleaned and replaced when necessary. If your home is heated with oil, check the tank for any rust or cracks. If you have a fireplace, ensure the doors are relatively airtight to prevent cold air from entering the house. Your air exchanger also requires minimum upkeep. Clean out the dust

that may have accumulated inside it. Then check the motor, the heating elements and the fan to ensure they are in good working order. To do this, simply switch the fan on manually. Make sure the ventilation traps are not obstructed. Obviously, once winter arrives, it is altogether normal that every type of heating system operates frequently — risk of fire and intoxication are much higher. Now would be a good time to install a carbon monoxide detector if your home doesn’t already have one. This odourless gas can be fatal if inhaled. Is your home equipped with a central air conditioner? If the answer is yes, ensure the water recuperation container, situated under the cooling coil, is emptying properly.

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FALL RENOVATION & WINTER PREPAREDNESS

Renovations are an alternative choice to relocating (NC) With the prices of homes continuing to be on the rise, many Canadians are choosing to renovate rather than move. It’s less expensive than purchasing a new house and the updates can go a long way to modernize your home, provide a more functional and comfortable space and to increase the value of your property. When considering renovation possibilities, it is easy to get caught up in the glitz and glamour projects, say advisors. Instead, consider new features that will increase your home’s level of efficiency, such as: Upgrade your insulation. If you have the opportunity to open your walls up and re-insulate, considering installing stone wool insulation that will ensure your home is warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Stone wool insulation, such as Roxul’s ComfortBatt, or Safe ‘n’ Sound, is also fire resistant; water repellent; resistant to mold, mildew, rot and

bacterial growth; and is made from natural stone and recycled material. Upgrade your existing appliances. Consider installing energy efficient appliances and replace dated older furnaces. By simply installing new appliances you will notice a savings on your energy bills. Reduce your water consumption by installing low-flow toilets and low-flow shower heads. This very simple and affordable upgrade will result in less water being wasted and save on costs. Replace old windows to keep heat from escaping. Windows do have a shelf life and although it may be a large home improvement task, upgrading them will save you tons of money on energy bills. Inefficient single-panes, in particular, should be replaced – and the money you spend on installing new windows will be recouped with each energy bill.

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Merritt head coach Luke Pierce says team still trying to find its identity By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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The Merritt Centennials are finding out real quick that .500 hockey just doesn’t cut it in the highly-competitive British Columbia Hockey League. For the second weekend in a row, the Centennials split their weekend pair of games, and as a result woke up Monday morning to find themselves at the bottom of the BCHL Interior Conference, a point behind Vernon, Trail and Salmon Arm. The Cents needed a late goal from Scotty Patterson, with only 43 seconds remaining in the third period, to salvage a 4-3 victory over the road-weary Cowichan Valley Capitals on Sunday. It was a game the Centennials almost gave away, as they surrendered three one-goal leads in the final 20 minutes to a Caps team that was playing its third game in a little over two days. Merritt’s first win on home ice came less than 48 hours after the team gave up three unanswered third-period goals in a 4-1 loss to the Penticton Vees Friday night. Centennials head coach and GM Luke Pierce admits that he is perplexed by his team’s inconsistency. “This is a confusing group to coach — not just game to game or period to period but from shift to shift,” Pierce said. “I think that we’re still struggling with coming to terms with our identity and the kind of team that we want or have to be.” Against the Vees, and in front of an announced crowd of 3,676 fans, the Cents were essentially no-shows for the first 20 minutes. Outshot 12-2, Merritt was lucky to

escape with only a 1-0 deficit. “[Penticton] played well, and we just didn’t do the things we talked about needing to do,” Pierce said. “It was probably the worst first period we’ve had all year.” After a good talkingto during the break, the enigmatic Cents did a complete turnaround in the second stanza, outshooting the Vees 14-5 and picking up the period’s only goal courtesy of defenceman Tyler Martin. In a position to play the role of spoiler in the Vees’ home opener, the Centennials completely turtled the third, allowing Penticton’s potent offense to score three times in a span of nine minutes. “In the third, they got better and we went away from what had been successful in the second period. We were just plain sloppy on their last two goals,” Pierce said. If there were any positives to be taken from the road loss, they were the stellar play of goaltender Devin Kero and the consistent effort of forward Sam Johnson. “Devin kept us in the game early,” Pierce said. “As for Sam, everybody he plays with plays better. We need more guys like that who make the players around them perform better.” Johnson got Merritt’s first goal against the Caps on Sunday, tipping home a Martin point shot at 6:46 of the second period. Despite Merritt outshooting Cowichan 29-14 through 40 minutes, it remained a one-goal game until the fireworks started in the third period. Cents’ powerplay goals by Sebastien Paré and Jeff Wight were answered by the Caps’ Taki Pantziris and Myles Powell, setting the scene for Patterson’s game win-

BCHL STANDINGS to Oct. 03 INTERIOR DIVISION Team

GP W

T OTL PTS

Penticton 8 6 2 0 West Kelowna 8 6 2 0 Salmon Arm 9 4 4 0 Trail 9 4 4 0 Vernon 9 3 3 1 Merritt 9 4 5 0 ISLAND DIVISION

0 0 1 1 2 0

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Powell River Cowichan Valley Nanaimo Victoria Alberni Valley

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1 4 3 4 7

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5 5 4 3 1

1 0 1 2 0

11 10 9 8 3

THAT WOEFUL FEELING The look on the face of Merritt’s James Neil after a Penticton goal Friday night sums up the sentiments of Centennials players, coaches and fans as the team struggles to find consistency in its game. Ian Webster/Herald

ner in the final minute of regulation. Pierce felt his team should never have put themselves in such desperate straits. “For one of the first times, we had a decent first period followed by a better second period. That was a real positive. But, in the third, I thought we lacked confidence in playing with a lead. All their goals came

as a result of mistakes on our part.” Pierce was pleased to see his top line come through in the end. “I don’t expect [ParéWight-Patterson] to score three goals every night, but they need to be a threat,” the coach said. “They need to be dominant out there, and set the whole tone of the game.” Sunday’s win didn’t

come without a price. Rookie Daniel Nachbaur could be lost to the team for a few weeks as his wrist, which had been lacerated by a skate blade a week earlier, was giving the 17-year-old trouble against the Caps and is probably going to require surgery. ANTHEM IMPRESARIO The Vancouver Canucks’ very own Mark Donnelly sang O’Canada at the beginning of the Penticton Vees-Merritt Centennials game in Penticton on Friday night. Attendance was 3,676. Ian Webster/Herald

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SPORTS MINOR HOCKEY REPORT Midget Rep

Atom Development

The Tracker Sportswear midgets kicked off their regular season with two league games on the weekend. At home on Saturday, the midget reps got goals from Lane Antoine and Bradley Colter in a hard-fought 2-2 tie with Kelowna. Sam Suzuki was outstanding in net. Sunday, Nolan Prowal’s hat trick led the Tracker team to a 7-3 win over the Bruins in Winfield. Additional Merritt goals were scored by Colter, Marcelo Bose, Brayden Thormoset and Tyler Edwards.

Merritt’s Fountain Tire atoms raised their preseason record to 4-0 with a pair of weekend wins. Saturday, Max Graham scored four goals to lead the Jr. Cents to an 8-0 win over the visiting Summerland Jets. Also scoring for the Merritt side were Chase Cooke (2), Breamma Ouellet and Matthew Newman. On Sunday, Graham and Cooke each notched a pair in Merritt’s 4-1 victory over the Warriors of West Kelowna. Bryce Garcia and Carson Lang shared the pair of wins in net.

Bantam Rep Merritt’s Murray GM bantam reps picked up two impressive wins on the weekend. On home ice on Saturday, Sunil Sahota tallied five goals to pace the Jr. Cents to an 11-4 victory over Salmon Arm. Other Merritt marksmen were Cameron St. Louis (2), Eric alonde, Bailey Tomkinson, Wyatt MacDonald and Travis Sterling. In an exhibition matchup with Kamloops on Sunday, Lalonde netted seven goals to lead the Murray GM team to a 9-2 win over the Jr. Blazers. Also scoring for the victors were Sahota and St. Louis. Mack Stead picked up both wins in net for the bantams.

Peewee Rep The local peewee reps opened their OMAHA regular season schedule with a 10-0 win over Kamloops. Goal scorers were Talon Zakall and Gillian Moore (3 each), Anthony Michel (2), Spencer Vaughan and Austin Hawkins. Tristan Bjarnason and Colton McCauley shared the shutout in net.

Men’s and ladies’ nights at the Merritt Golf and Country Club wrap up their seasons

Home games this weekend Saturday 12:30 - 2:00 Jr. Girls vs Penticton in Merritt 1:00 - 3:00 Atom. Dev. vs Salmon Arm at Shulus 2:15 - 4:15 Peewee Rep vs Vernon in Merritt 3:15 - 5:00 Sr. Girls vs Clearwater at Shulus 4:30 - 6:45 Midget Reps vs South Ok in Merritt 5:15 - 7:00 Midget House 1 vs 2 at Shulus

Sunday 9:00 - 2:00 Ref ’s Clinic at NVIT 9:45 - 11:30 Sr. Girls vs Clearwater at Shulus 1:00 - 3:00 Bantam Rep vs South Ok at Shulus

TROPHY WINNERS (Above) Merritt Golf and Country Club head pro Sydney Van Rensberg (middle) stands with men’s night cumulative gross points champion Brad Carr (left) and cumulative net points champion Jack McNeil. Carr won a Taylor Made R1 driver from Syd’s Pro Shop while McNeil was the winner of a 43” TV sponsored by City Furniture. Adrian Reynoldson was this year’s overall men’s club champion. (Left) Van Rensberg and ladies’ night club champion Diana Lorenz. This is the second year in a row that Lorenz has taken the title. The MGCC would like to thank all its many sponsors for their ongoing support of the club’s men’s and ladies’ night events and activities. Ian Webster/Herald

Pierce honoured as 2012-13 BCHL Interior Conference Coach of the Year From Page 24 At Sunday’s game, Centennials head coach Luke Pierce received an award from the City of Merritt’s mayor, Susan Roline, for winning the BCHL’s Interior Conference Coach of the Year for the 2012-13 season. Pierce was born and raised in Merritt, played three seasons in the BCHL (with the Centennials and the Vernon Vipers) and enjoyed a fouryear college hockey career at RMC in Kingston, Ont. before joining the Junior A coaching ranks in 2009. Pierce led the Cents to second and third-place Interior Conference finishes the last two seasons. Up next for this year’s Centennials are weekend games against the visiting Victoria Grizzlies on Friday night and against the Smoke Eaters in Trail on Saturday. The Grizzlies, last year’s Island

Conference champions, wil come into Merritt with a 3-4-1 record thus far this season. They are led by the Fitzgerald triplets — Myles, Leo and Gerry — who finished one, two and three in scoring for Victoria last season with 30, 26 and 23 goals respectively. The Smoke Eaters have been a thorn in the Centennials’ side already this season, winning two of the teams’ three meetings. Trail took the one exhibition tilt against the Cents, 2-1 on Aug. 30 and defeated them again, 3-2 on Sept. 20. In between those games, Merritt traveled to Trail and shut out the Smokies 5-0. The Cents will be looking to exit the cellar with a couple of big wins this weekend. “I don’t like seeing the name of our city down there,” Pierce said. “It’s not pleasant.”

TOP NOTCH COACH Before Sunday’s game against the Cowichan Valley Capitals, the City of Merritt and Mayor Susan Roline honoured the Merritt Centennials’ Luke Pierce for winning the 2012-13 BCHL Interior Conference Coach of the Year last season. Surrounding the mayor and coach are this season’s lettered Cents players: (from left) Shane Poulsen, Tyler Martin, Peyton Schaefer and Bennett Huber. Ian Webster/Herald

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com quilting inspiration. Classes, demos and displays for beginning and advanced quilters. Register at the Civic Centre. For more info, call 250315-1050.

BAILLIE HOUSE will be having Chili or Spaghetti and a bun from 6 pm to 9 pm on the first night of the Car Rally on October 3. Come down, see the rally cars and have dinner. Dessert also available Free coffee, tea, cocoa. For more information call 3780349.

MERRITT ARMY CADETS

NICOLA VALLEY FISH & GAME CLUB Fundraiser Steak Dinner at Game On October 5. Two seatins 6 pm and 7:15 pm. Tickets $15 at Ponderosa or Nicola Valley Outdoors. Contact 250-3784904

NV QUILTERS GUILD “Stash Buster” quilting weekend, Oct. 4-6 at the Merritt Civic Centre. Join a creative group of quilters for a weekend of sharing ideas, tips, and lots of

Merritt Army cadets are looking for parent volunteers & officers. Our nonprofit organization has been running for 93 years. If you would like to help out, please contact Lynn Henville or Angele Grenier at 250-378-9485.

ST. MICHAEL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 100th Anniversary Celebration. 1990 Chapman St. “Welcome home for Thanksgiving” everyone from the past, present and future. Service on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. Bishop Barbara

about the C.W.L. on life issues. Saturday, October 19th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Catholic Church Hall. Please bring a bag lunch. Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided. All ladies of the community are invited. For more info call 250-378-4664 or 250378-3910.

Andrews and Rev. Dan Hines presiding. Refreshments & cake cutting after 11:30 a.m. Everyone welcome.

COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY “Colour and Contour” art show with artists Libby Dybikowski, Carole Jackson and John Yellowlees runs until Oct. 5. Gallery is open Thurs. 4-8 p.m., Fri & Sat Noon to 6 p.m.

KNITWITS Love to knit or crochet? Or are you a novice interested in learning more about knitting or crocheting in a friendly and welcoming setting? Come on down to Brambles Bakery Thursday evenings. Bring your yarn and needles and join in the fun.

LOWER NICOLA COMMUNITY HALL Craft & Bake Sale, Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everyone welcome. Reserve your table by calling 250378-7266 or 250-3784717

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NVIT lecture theatre at 7:30 p.m. Rated: PG Free Parking. No food or drinks allowed in the theatre. Tickets at the door.

MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: Crib & Whist 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bingo 1 p.m., Duplicate Bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m., Court Whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Floor Curling 1 p.m. (third week - shut-in lucheon) Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m. All seniors welcome.

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church 2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911 Service Time: Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship in St. Michael's Church • 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 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION #96 Darts at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays; Frosty Fridays at 5:00 p.m.; Meat Draw at 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-4061 Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church 1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Brownies Thursdays 5:30 - 7 p.m. Central School - 250-3788310 Canadian Diabetes Association Once a month, 7 - 9 p.m. Trinity United Church Hall. Call Eva 250-378-2897 or Gerry at 250-378-3716 CMHA - Merritt Clubhouse Fireside Center 2026 Granite Ave. Wed/Fri 9 am - 2:30 pm Shirley 250-378-5660 Central School Pac First Tuesday 7 p.m. Lunchroom - 250-378-4892 Celebrate Recovery Mondays 7 p.m. New Life Fellowship, 1938 Quilchena Ave. 250-3784534 Community Choir Mondays 7 p.m. Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary 250-378-9899 Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays 7 p.m.

at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530 Drop-In Volleyball Mondays 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-378-6212. Guides Mondays 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-9368298 Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays 6 & 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917 Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays 7 to 8:45 p.m. 2025 Granite Ave. 250-280-4040 Merritt Curling Club For League Information 250-378-4423 Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550

Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-3789788 Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m. 250-378-2950 Merritt Lions Club First & Third Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Best Western - Han’s Golden Wok 250-378-9509 Merritt Moms Prenatal Post Natal Support group. Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252 Merritt Mountain Biking Assoc. Wednesdays 6 p.m. - ride E: merrittbiking@yahoo.ca T: #merrittbiking Navy League Cadets of Canada Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall - Ages 9-13 welcome 250-280-6944 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday 7 p.m. Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt’s Women in Busi-

ness Second Wednesday 5:30 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 Nicola Naturalist Society Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.ca Nicola Valley Better Breathers Third Wednesdays 1 p.m. Trinity United - 250-378-6266 N.V. 4-H Club Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-3785028 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays 7 p.m - MSS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday 7 p.m. Garden Sushi - Scott: 250-3783502 www.nvdra.com N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday 7 p.m. 2145 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday 7 p.m.

2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-4172 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday 7 p.m. at the airport - 250-378-6769 N.V. Thrift Store First Tuesday NVGH basement 250-378-9100 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday 1:30 p.m. For locations, 250-378-2536 One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911 Pathfinders Thursdays 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Central School 250-936-8298 Patricia Rebekah Lodge

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Second & Fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. Lawn Bowling Club Rocky Mnt. Rangers Cadets Tuesdays 6 p.m. 250-3781302 or 250-572-3775 Royal Canadian Legion #96 Executive Mtg. Second Thursday 6 p.m. Regular Mtg. Fourth Thursday 7 p.m. 1940 Quilchena 250-378-5631 Royal Purple First & Third Mondays 1:00 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-6788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Rotary Club of Merritt Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539 Soup Bowl Tuesdays 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.

Anglican Church Hall Sparks Mondays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-8310 Teen Centre Mondays & Fridays 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. 250-378-4878 Toastmasters Club 3929 Tuesdays 5 p.m. at the Merritt Library 250-378-5855 24U First & Third Tuesdays 2 p.m. at the Hospice Society - Sue 250-378-2717 or Bonnie 250-315-0179 Valley Visual Artists General club information Fran McMurchy 250-378-4230 Vintage Car Club - Merritt Second Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al - 250-378-7402 Ted - 250378-4195

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Gurdial Kaur Pandher It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Gurdial Kaur Pandher, on September 26, 2013. Our family is blessed to have been able to spend the final moments of ‘Babay Ji’s’ life at her side. She was born on December 15, 1934 in the village of Kup Khurd, Punjab, India. Gurdial was predeceased by her husband, Sardar Malkiat Singh Pandher, and her parents, Sardar Pakhar Singh Aulakh and Sardarni Gujri Kaur Aulakh. She was a loving mother to three children, (late) Charn Singh Pandher, Tara Singh Pandher (Harbans), and Charnjit Kaur Dhillon (Nirmal). Babay Ji was a proud grandmother to six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The first fifty-two years of her life were spent in India, a place she always held dear to her heart. Babay Ji immigrated to Merritt, BC, Canada in 1986, where she worked tirelessly to help raise three of her grandchildren. She was a loyal family woman who took great pride in her children and grandchildren’s accomplishments. She also enjoyed volunteering her time by doing ‘seva’ at the Merritt Sikh Temple. Although she never spoke English, she would always welcome non-Sikh guests to the temple with great warmth by ensuring they partook in the community meal. Gurdial was a simple woman who lived an uncomplicated life. Whenever possible, she preferred reaching her destination on foot and greeting people along the way. Babay Ji was also an avid gardener. Her garden always provided a bounty that included organic vegetables such as sweet peas, garlic, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, and zucchini. We will remember Babay Ji for her great sense of humour and strong work ethic. She was never one to complain about aches and pains at the end of the day, so we are thankful God allowed her to leave peacefully. Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Nicola Valley General Hospital, especially Dr. McLeod, for their support and kindness to Babay Ji over the past three years. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013, 10:30 am, at the new Nicola Canford Elementary School (formerly Coquihalla Middle School), 2975 Clapperton Ave, Merritt, B.C. A prayer service will follow at the Merritt Sikh Temple at approximately 3:00 pm.

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Max Jmaiff April 20th, 1949 ~ September 28th, 2013

Max Jmaiff of Kamloops passed away on September 28th, 2013 at 64 years of age. Max is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Jmaiff, and daughter Lindsay Jmaiff. He is also survived by his brother Larry (Sylvia) Jmaiff, sister-in-law Vera Jmaiff, mother-in-law Margaret Henderson and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. Max is predeceased by his parents, William and Olga Jmaiff and brother Basil Jmaiff. Max was born and raised in Grand Forks, BC. He left at an early age to begin his trucking career, working in various locations throughout the province. There wasn’t a place in BC that Max didn’t run into someone he knew. He met his wife Kathy in Grand Forks and, shortly after, followed her to Kamloops where she was teaching. They were married August 16th, 1975 and recently celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary. Max was a long time Arrow employee. In the early nineties, Max ventured out to begin his own trucking business. With a cell phone permanently attached to his ear, he ran two companies. He was an employer who respected and cared for his employees. Max was an amazing father who said his greatest gift was the birth of his daughter, Lindsay. It was Max’s pleasure to watch his daughter grow into a successful and mature young lady. Max enjoyed golfing and socializing with his many great friends at local watering holes. He loved cooking Russian food and spent many enjoyable hours in his garden. Travelling with his family was a highlight, and he especially loved his times in Jamaica. He was a dedicated and hard worker who earned all of his successes in life. Max passed away suddenly on September 28th, after a very brief and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends and all whose lives he touched. A Celebration of Life will take place at 2:00pm on Saturday, October 5th, 2013 in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel. The family wishes to extend thanks to Dr. Wiltshire, palliative/hospice care, first responders, family friends and business associates and a special thank you to Gloria Keogh for all her love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations in Max’s name may be made to the Kamloops SPCA or Kamloops Food Bank. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be sent to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

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MICHAEL ROBERT CREIGHTON (COW BOY MIKE)

With great sadness we have lostt our urr son, sson brother, so uncle and friend to so many, Michael Robert Creighton. Mike passed away September 24, 2013. Mike leaves behind his mom Marguerite, stepdad Ted Lund, brothers; Andrew (Tia) and Norman, sisters; Jo-Ann Creighton and Karyn McCallister (Bill), Stepsister Roxanne (Richard), stepbrothers; Daryl (Ann), John (Dottie) and Greg (Julie), Also many nieces, nephews, one great nephew, uncles aunts and cousins. Special thanks to all the people of Port Coquitlam, Chetwynd and Merritt that had touched Michael in his journey through life and most recently, his cousin Pat and his employer, Arnica Landscaping (Saxton and Steve). Michael never judged anyone and was there to help and encourage people from all walks of life even though he had many struggles of his own life with health problems since he was young. Mike was an incredible athlete in high school and won many awards in track, soccer and wrestling. Mike enjoyed sports and coached soccer for 20 plus years. Mike was predeceased by his Dad Neil and brother Jimmy. We will have a celebration of good memories on October 12 at 11:30 am at our home on 2384 Willgoose Road, Merritt. We are 16 kilometres west of Merrit on Number 8 Highway to Spences Bridge. (By the crashed plane). In lieu of ﬂowers donations can be made in Mikes name to The Jimmy Creighton Scholarship Fund at Terry Fox Secondary School, 1260 Riverwood Gate, Port Coquitlam, V3B 7S5. If you wish to express your condolences, they can be sent to merrittfuneralchapel.com.

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JOB POSTING POSITION: Payroll and Accounts Payable Clerk Department: Finance Summary: This is a dual-purpose position. Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the incumbent; • Performs the tasks associated with the accurate processing of accounts payables. • Performs the tasks associated with maintaining a payroll and beneÀts system including accurate recording and processing of all pertinent information related to NTA staff. The incumbent is responsible for prioritizing the workload for both components of this position in order to ensure timely completion of all tasks.

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QUALIFICATIONS: The successful applicant will have extensive knowledge of and experience with accounts payable and payroll functions and procedures, as well as an ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering Ànancial and payroll information. This position requires the ability to maintain conÀdentiality concerning Ànancial and employee Àles. Education requirements include 1st or 2nd level accounting as well as education on payroll compliance and fundamentals. Experience with Xyntax Accounting system is preferable, as is experience.

• A drivers license is required • A criminal record check is mandatory. • References required Please forward your resume to the: Upper Nicola Head Start Program Box 3700 Merritt BC, V1K 1B8 or email it to: headstart@uppernicolaband.com Attention: Lynne Bomford CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 11, 2013

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SPEECH-LANGUAGE ASSISTANT School District No. 58 is accepting applications for a SpeechLanguage Assistant for Merritt schools. This is a temporary position for 5 hours per day, school days only for the period October 21, 2013 to June 27, 2014. Qualiﬁcations and salary will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement. The district has a high percentage of First Nations and other multicultural students and so being sensitive to cultural diversities would be an asset. For a complete listing of the duties, responsibilities, qualiﬁcations and experience required for the position, please refer to the district’s website www.sd58.bc.ca under Jobs, Support Positions, and Current Job Opportunities (Job Code #407488).

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Application forms are available at the School Board Ofﬁce, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, BC, Princeton Secondary School, 201 Old Merritt Road, Princeton, BC or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on Jobs/Support Positions and search under ‘Current Job Opportunities’ and follow the prompts. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until October 11, 2013. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District #58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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