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A14 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS WE’VE HAD SOME LARGE WINNERS RECENTLY: $200,003., $7,500, $10,000, $6,000 x 2 Canco Merritt Luckiest Store in town! G AS STATION, PROPANE, CONVENIENCE STORE, AND LOT TERY WE ARE OPEN FOR FUEL BUSINESS Regular, Premium, Diesel And Propane 2 cent /litre fuel savings and 2% on instore purchases, 1% on lottery *TOBACCO EXEMPT* Stop by today & pick up your CANCO CASH CARD •LOT TO •FUEL •HOT FOOD • SANDWICHES/SUBS • SCRE AMER • SNACK FOODS • GIF TC ARDS • SLUSHIES •FISHING SUPPLIES Hours: Mon - Saturday 5 - 11 & Sunday 6 - 11 2302 Nicola Avenue, Merritt • 236-575-2234 P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD BEST GAS STATION Thank You Merritt For Voting Us For Best Gas St ation. We Look Forward To Serving You with the same great service for years to come! e • Merritt, BC 236-575-2236 DIPPING SAUCE $1 09 Texas BBQ Buf falo Sauce Cheddar Jalapeno Creamy Garlic Honey Garlic Hot Sauce It alian Marinar a Pepper corn Ranch Srir acha Creamy Garlic Sweet Chilli Sauce 2 MEDIUM PIZZAS, DRINKS + DIPS 2 medium pizzas with 4 toppings combined, 4 drinks (355ml) and 2 dips $22.29 LARGE PIZZA , WINGS, DRINKS + DIPS L arge 3-topping pizza, 10 pc s wings, 4 drinks (355ml) and 2 dips $28.29 WING IT BOX 8 pc s chicken wings + choice of 8 chicken bite s or popcorn chicken + 2 dips + choice of 2 items : pot ato wedge s deep fried pickle s, frie s or onion rings $29 49 2 LARGE PIZZAS, DRINKS + DIPS 2 large pizzas with 4 toppings combined, 4 drinks (355ml) and 2 dips $28 29 2302 Nicola Avenu We deliver! Call us… T WO BITE BROWNIES Add on an order of these udg y t wo-bite brownie bites 10 pieces $5 99 Best Propane Price!
Congratulations to all the recipients of a Merritt Herald People’s Choice award. This marks the fifth year the Herald has asked our readers to pick the best of the best in Merritt — so this year’s recipients are the newest members of an exclusive club.To be recognized with a People’s Choice award is an indication of excellence in our community. The awards are voted on by the locals who shop, work and play in the Nicola Valley — the people who know this place as well as anyone.
And we must commend Herald readers — not only for their excellent selections — but for taking the time to vote, online or through our print edition. Without their participation, this program would not be possible.
The ballots are in, the people have Cheersspoken.to
We’ve been honoured for the last few years to be able to hand out People’s Choice awards to local businesses and organizations. We continue to listen to our readers and have gone from sixtytwo certificates in the first year to seventy-eight this year, many of them now proudly on display in offices and stores around town. Since the first year public interest in the program has only continued
to grow, with Merrittonians eager to cast a ballot for their favourite mechanic, salesperson or volunteer organization.
We look forward to toasting the best of the best in Merritt for years to come.
If you feel there is a category that we’ve missed and you’d like to see it included in next year’s voting process please contact the Herald by email to: publisher@merrittherald.com. the 2022
To receive a vote is an indication that a business is making a connection in the community — and it is the sum of those connections that make our city a fantastic place to live.
Every dollar spent at a local business and every hour spent volunteering with a non-profit helps our community thrive. As the paper of record in the Nicola Valley since 1905, the Merritt Herald is proud to play a role in our local economy, by promoting the businesses, organizations and people who call this place home.
WINNERS! THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 A15www.merrittherald.com PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS 1901 Quilchena Avenue Merritt, BC 250-378-0307 HOURS Monday Thursday 6am 9pm Friday 6am - 8pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday & Stat Holidays 10am - 4pm ARE YOU READY TO ACHIEVE YOUR FITNESS GOALS? Welcome to our state-of-the-art fitness facility, featuring the most up-to-date equipment with lots of room to enjoy your workout. Two floors with close to 9000 sqft for all your workout needs Memberships starting at just $34 99/month We also have personal training, tanning, a huge selection of supplements, a smoothie bar, and ALL classes are INCLUDED in your membership! We are your one stop for all your fitness needs. Come in and see us today! THANK YOU MERRITT for voting Beyond Fitness the Best Fitness Facility, choosing Tyler Wowchuk as Best Personal Trainer and Odelle Fairfield as Best Receptionist. P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Beyond Fitness Best Fitness Facility Tyler Wowchuk Best Personal Trainer Odelle Fairfield Best Receptionist
A16 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS Quilchena Cannabis Co. M19+ UST BE For more information stop by Unit B-1937 Quilchena Ave., Merritt BC or call 250-378-5 420 Quilchena Canna Company P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Retail Cannabis Quilchena Cannaabis Co. is proud to accept the award of Best Retail Cannabis. Since opening our doors June 18, 2020, we have had the pleasure to work with many phenomenal Nicola Valley residents, and we thank you for your continued support. THANK YOU MERRITT
THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 A17www.merrittherald.com PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS to all of our loyal customers and voters for choosing Hack Electric as best Electrical Contractor for the People’s Choice Awards! 250-378-5580 2865C Pooley Ave, Merritt P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Electrical Contractor We have called Merritt home for over 50 years and have been in business for 40 years! We love Merritt and continue to look for ward to ser ving all your elec trical needs! Thank You! Phone: 250-378-4943 2064 Coutlee Ave , P O Box 2999 Merritt, B C V1K 1B8 email: nicplumb@telus.net WE SERVICE: Residential, Commercial & Light Industrial P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2020 People’s Choice AWARD Tom, Maxine, Mike, Jeane tt e & st af f would like to THANK THE C OMMUNIT Y The Matt hias f amily has been in Mer r itt for over 50 years & continues to be a proud par t of our community. Nicola Plumbing & Heating has ser ved our community as a family r un business since 1982. We hope you will give us a call for your plumbing, heating, gas fit ting & sheet metal needs We will continue to of f er t he same quality wor kmanship t hat we have given for t he past 40 years Best Plumbing Company P E O P L E S Merritt Herald 2021 People’s Choice AWARD Best Plumbing Company P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2019 People’s Choice AWARD Best Plumbing Company & HNicola Plumbing and Heating P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Plumbing Company f or voting us People’s Choice Best Plumbing Com pany, f our years in row. PEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD DCS provides a full line of mechanical services Best RepairAutoShop THANKS Dawson Geier and Beau Paterson and staff for helping us be the BEST MECHANIC SHOP in Merritt and thank the citizens of Merritt for nominating us for this award and thanks to the citizens in Merritt. DCS auto has been in service for 36 years and we look forward to many more.
A18 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS Cr ystal Leier • 250-315-2562 cr ystalleierphotography@hotmail.com Your Life ....Your Memories ❖ Family ❖ Pregnancy ❖ Newborn ❖ Children ❖ Engagements ❖ Weddings ❖ Events I am tr uly honoured to receive the 2022 BEST PHOTOGRAPHER AWARD I want to express my gratitude to my dedicated clients for my success over the past 13 years of business in the Nicola Valley and to my communit y for voting Thank you! P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Photographer M E R R IT T’S only S P O RTS BAR! Like 250- 315-1022 • 3701 De Wolf Way, Merritt (Take Exit 290 Off Hwy 5) W e t hank yo u for yo u r su pport and lo ok for ward to co ntin uing to pro vi de amazing fo o d and ser vice! open 11:00 a.m. 7 days a weekSports Bar Grill COME IN AND TRY OUR F AMOUS HOME-MADE MEALS P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Jim and all the s taff at Gam e o n Pub, wo u ld like to thank all the people of Mer r itt w ho vote d for u s as the Be s t Pub/Bar, Be s t Steak, Be s t Wing s, Be s t Burger and Be s t So up. 11 Awards Also recognitio n for the Be s t Co ok - Dave Far rell, Be s t Ser ver - Lisa We s ter velt, Be s t Local Event - Lobs ter Fe s t. We are e specially pro u d of the award s for Be s t Bu sine ss Overall (o ver 10 employee s), Be s t Bu sine ss Ow ner Jim Co o ley and Bu sine ss of the year! C o l d B e e r & W i n e S t o r e #3-3623 DeWolf Way - Up The Hill ON THE BENCH M e r r i t t L i q u o r , THANK YOU Merritt MLS would like to thank the community of Merritt for voting us the Best Liquor Store 2 consecutive years. We look forward to serving you in the future P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Liquor Store 250-378-2229 GREAT DEALS NO DUI’s Enter To WIN 45 Qt. Bud Light Cooler Entry Deadline October 9 Draw Date October 10 No purchase necessary
THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 A19www.merrittherald.com PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD We are proud to have Adam as our team leader at Napa Autopro Merr itt. Rob, Jenny, Mist y, Edwin & staff merrauto@live.ca 2549 Nicola Ave Merritt 250-378-4821 Peace of Mind WARRANTY 24 months/40,000 Kilometres of worry free protection on qualifying parts and labour C O M P L E T E A U T O M O T I V E M A I N T E N A N C E & R E P A I R Servicing all Makes & Models Best Mechanic: Adam McDonald THANK YOU to our loyal customers! Our locally owned business has been voted Best Pharmacy again for 5 consecutive years 2037 Quilchena Ave. Merritt, BC 250-378-2155 P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2020 People’s Choice AWARD BEST PHARMACY BEST BUSINESS OVERALL UNDER 10 EMPLOYEES FREE Deliver y in Merritt Merritt Herald People’s Choice AWARD 2018 Winner BEST PHARMACY P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2019 People’s Choice AWARD BEST PHARMACY P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2021 People’s Choice AWARD BEST PHARMACY P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD BEST PHARMACY OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK #121 - 1700 Garcia St. Merr itt, BC 250-378-90 04 Mon-Fr i: 7:30am 6:00pm Saturday: 8:00am 5:00pm Sunday-Holidays: 8:00am 5:00pm P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD www.lordco.com Best Auto Par ts Store
The Winners are: ACCOUNTANT / BOOKKEEPER Carrie Ware & Company Inc. AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS Purity Feed, Farm & Garden Centre AUTO PARTS STORE AUTOLordcoREPAIR SHOP DCS BREAKFASTAutoHomeRestaurant Merrit BUILDING CONTRACTOR Mettler Construction BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY Home Hardware Building Centre BURGERGame On Sports Bar & Grill COFFEECOACHCLUBCLOTHINGCHINESECATERINGCANNABISBUTCHERLocalButcherRETAILERQuilchenaCannabisCOMPANYMandolin’sBagel&CoffeehouseFOODCanadaCafeSTOREWorkn’PlayORGANIZATIONNicolaValley4HClubLizetteNelSHOPKekuliCafe COLD BEER WINE / LIQUOR STORE Merritt Liquor Store CONVENIENCE STORE Canco Courtesy Corner COOKDave Farrell - Game On Sports Bar & Grill CUSTOMER SERVICE Super Save Gas DAYWhiteCAREBear Daycare DENTISTStoyomaOFFICEDental Clinic DESSERTHome Restaurant Merritt FINANCIALELECTRICALDOGDOCTOR\Dr.LyttleGROOMERFetchDogGroomingCOMPANYHackElectricINSTITUTIONInteriorSavingsCredit Union FITNESS HAIRHAIRGROCERYGASBeyondFACILITYFitnessSTATIONCancoMerrittSTORESave-OnFoodsDRESSERAlanna-TheSocialLoungeSALONTheSocialLounge HOME BASED BUSINESS Purple Sheep Creations HOTEL / MOTEL Best Western Plus INSURANCE OFFICE Hub Barton Insurance LANDSCAPING COMPANY Thomson Lawn Care LOCAL LOCALLOCALJeanARTISTKiegerlBAND/MUSICIANBobbyGarciaEVENT:LobsterFest-GameOnSportsBar& Grill LOGGING COMPANY Triple MANAGERGCarrie- Interior Insurance MASSAGE OFFICE Sarah Ross Massage NAILMECHANICAdamMcDonaldTECHNICIANChelseaSpence - Mellah Leuca NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION Soup Kitchen OPTICAL PHARMACYPERSONALDoctor’sBUSINESSEyecareTRAINERTylerWowchuk-BeyondFitnessSTOREBlack’sPharmacy SUSHISTORAGESTEAKSPASOUPSERVERSENIORSRESTAURANTRECEPTIONISTREALTORREALPUBPLUMBINGPIZZAPHOTOGRAPHYCrystalLeierPhotographyPanagoPizzaCOMPANYNicolaPlumbing&Heating/BARGameOnSportsBar&GrillESTATECOMPANYRE/MAXLegacyValKynoch-RE/MAXLegacyOdelleFairfield-BeyondFitnessUKSpiceCuisineSANDWICHSubwayHOMEGillisHouseLisaWestervelt-GameOnSportsBar&GrillGameOnSportsBar&GrillMellahLeucaDaySpaGameOnSportsBar&GrillFACILITYTriggsStorageLtdCocosRestaurant TATTOO TEACHERMom’sSTUDIOTattoo/EDUCATOR - ELEMENTARY Ms Ricci - Diamondvale TEACHER / EDUCATOR - HIGH SCHOOL David Finch - MSS TIREFountainSHOP Tire UNIQUE BUSINESS Miss Vicki’s Petals & Plants WELDINGVOLUNTEERVETERINARIANLianaThorstensanKarenKnapCOMPANYAlphaDesignand Parts WINGSGame On Sports Bar & Grill BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Game On Sports Bar & Grill BUSINESS OWNER Jim Cooley - Game On Sports Bar & Grill BUSINESS OVERALL - Under 10 Employees The Social Lounge and Coffee Shop BUSINESS OVERALL - Over 10 Employees Game On Sports Bar & Grill NEWUKBUSINESSSpiceCuisine PEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD www.merrittherald.comwww.merrittherald.com THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 2021 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022
A22 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS Chartered Professional Accountant Firm P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD 1964 Quilchena Avenue • 250-378-2215 Email: reception@car rieware ca Best Accountant Bookkeepers Carrie Ware & Company Inc would like to thank the Merritt and area community for voting us the Best Accountant/Bookkeepers for the 2022 People’s Choice Award. We could not have done this without my truly amazing team who works here at Carrie Ware & Company Inc. Our team constantly goes above and beyond for our clients and each one has directly impacted the success of Carrie Ware & Company Inc Without my team, we would not be able to provide such great service to our clients We appreciate the honour and look forward to serving you in the same professional manner in the future S T O Y O M A D E N TA L C L I N I C The team at Stoyoma Dental Clinic would like to thank their valued customers and the people of Merritt for choosing them as the BEST Dental Clinic in town. We look forward to continue ser ving you for many more years to come. 2088 Quilchena Avenue (next to the Ro y al Bank) PO Box 3090, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 www.stoyomadental.ca Call Today to Book Your A ppointment. Ph: 250-378-5877 P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Dental Clinic Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am - 4:30 pm NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME! 250-378-4166 Check us out at: tlcpond1@telus.net • Creators of New Landscapes • Design and Installation • Irrigation Installation • Dethatch Aerating Fertilizing • Ground Maintenance • Portfolio of Past Designs • Patios and Stone Work • Water Features Serving Merritt with Excellence for over 29 yrs P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD
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A humble beginning started for TLC over 29 years and has grown experientially since then TLC prides themselves in the work they do They look at every project as a project they would do for themselves, its like leaving their personal fingerprint. Every project is a legacy they are leaving behind whether that be a work project for your back yard or a community project like the Lower Nicola Canford School Tranquility Pond, Merritt Secondary School Zen Garden on YouTube or the Smith Pioneer Park entry way They take pride in their work and know that it needs to stand the test of time, therefore, they make sure their work is done with love and high quality work
THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 A23www.merrittherald.com PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS 1700 Garcia St., Railyard Mall Merritt / 250 378 5564 8 am - 9 pm, 7 days a week P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Thank you for voting us Best Grocer y Store for 5 consecutive years SaveOnFoods.com Best Grocery Store We look forward to giving you the same great ser vice in the future! LEGACY 250.378.6941 112 1700 Garcia Street Box 2257 Merritt, BC V1K 1B It is my honour and privilege to accept the award of 2022 Merritt’s People Choice Award for Best Realtor I sincerely thank the Merritt Herald for initiating the award and all of those who voted for me It is cer tainly a ver y proud and humbling experience for me, I really love working in the Real Estate industr y, and I strive to deliver the best ever yday I extend my sincere appreciation and gratitude to my team members at REMAX Legacy, my managing broker and my family members, without their help, this honour would not have been possible Thank you, again. B8 THANK YOU for your vote Merritt! P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD BEST REALTOR y o u r m e r r i t t h o m e c o m VALERIE KYNOCH Personal Real Estate Corporation ALL FOOD NO MSG We Cater for any Special Occasions • Licensed Premises NEW LOCATION: 3581 Voght St., Merritt Hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 11 am to 9 pm & Monday: 3 pm to 9 pm We are pleased to have been voted Best Chinese Food. We would like to thank everyone for their continued support over the years. We look forward to serving you in the THANKfuture.YOUPEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD CHINESEBESTFOOD
A24 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS Congratulations! People’s Choice AWARD WINNERS!
THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 A25www.merrittherald.com PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS 122 – 1700 Garcia St. in the Railyard Mall HubInternationalInsuranceBrokersisVeryProudofourClientServiceTeamTheytrulyareTHEBESTInternationalInsuranceBrokersLetusreviewallyouroptionsandassistyouinmakinganinformedinsurancedecision. PEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD (250) 378-5147 PEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD INSURANCEBESTOFFICE 5 years in a row 1 7 0 1 Vo g h t S t . , M e r r i t t , B . C . w w w. m e r r i t t h o m e h a r d w a r e . c a 2 5 0 - 3 7 8 - 4 2 1 5 Thank You P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Merritt for voting us Best Building Supply Company for five year s. We are proud to be ser ving the Nicola Valley. BEST BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY FULL AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE 2649 Granite Ave. Ph: 378-2442 Located next to Best Valu-Glass Fax: 378-2448 THANK YOU to those who nominated us for the People’s ChoiceAward 2022. We are overwhelmed at the support Merritt has shown us and are honoured that you felt us worthy to receive it. PEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD TireBestShop www.fountaintire.com Thank you for your vote!! Your suppor t is what makes us who we are today Thank you from all us down at Miss Vicki’s. Hope to see you soon! Remember to preorder your Thanksgiving Arrangements • Corsages • Arrangements • Bouquets • Potted Plants We are so much more than a flower shop! We are a gift shop too! So for 1 Stop Shopping pop in and see what the local folks are up to! 250 378 5575 1974 Quilchena Avenue - Merritt, BC P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD Best Unique Business
A26 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS THANK YOU 250.378.6941LEGACY Outstanding Agents, Outstanding Results. 112-1700 Garcia Street, Box 2257 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Each office is independently owned and operated. From all of us at RE/MAX Legacy, we would like to thank all our clients, future clients, family, and friends THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE #1 REAL ESTATE OFFICE IN MERRITT AND THE NICOLA VALLEY. We look forward to another exciting year in the Nicola Valley, using our expertise, negotiation skills, and local knowledge to get the best results for you. PEOPLE’S Merritt Herald 2022 ChoicePeople’sAWARD Best Real Estate Company
THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 A27www.merrittherald.com PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS 250.378.5634 | INFO@MERRITTCHAMBER.COM CONGR ATUL ATIONS TO ALL THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD WINNERS!
A28 THURSDAY, September 22, 2022 www.merrittherald.comPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS P E O P L E ’ S Merritt Herald 2022 People’s Choice AWARD 407 Highway 8, Lower Nicola • 250-378-9457 Best Convenience Store We really want to thank everyone in Merritt and Nicola Valley for showing your love and support and voting us The Best Convenience Store of 2022! A GAS STATION WITH ONE STOP SHOP LottoMax winner s: $25 MILLION, $18,000 & $12,000. Plus BC 49: $75,000 Regular, Premium, Diesel & PROPANE Hours: Mon - Thurs, 6 - 10 • Fri & Sat., 5 - 11• Sunday, 6 - 10 • AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS • GROCERY • LOTTERY • HEALTH & BEAUTY PRODUCTS • FROZEN FOOD • FISHING BAIT • CLOTHING • SCOOP ICE CREAM • SLUSHIES • FRESH SUBS • FIREWORKS • GREETING CARDS • COFFEE • CAMPING SUPPLIES • PET FOOD • VAPE PRODUCTS • COME IN TO GET YOUR CANCO CASH CARD Best Price In Town For Propane Tank And Refills for 2 cent /litre fuel savings and 2% on instore purchases, 1% on lottery *TOBACCO EXEMPT* Luckiest Store in the Valley!CourtesyCorner
