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PIPELINE PAUSED The Trans Mountain expansion project has been put on hold after the Federal Court of Appeal overturned the project’s approval.

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RECOUPING COSTS City councillors threw their support behind a new bylaw which would allow the city to penalize landlords of ‘nuisance properties.’

WILD PLAN APPROVED

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RIDE RIDE ‘EM COWBOY Some of the top cowboys and cowgirls from across Canada and the United States competed for more than $20,000 worth of prize money at the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo on the long weekend. STORY/PAGE 17

With the go ahead from the City of Merritt, the Canadian Mental Health Association hopes to open a new community centre before winter.

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Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Two First Nations bands in the Nicola Valley won a significant battle in their efforts to prevent the Trans Mountain expansion project from coming through their territory.

A unanimous decision from the Federal Court of Appeal overturned the federal government’s approval of the pipeline project. The panel of three judges deemed that the National Energy Board’s review was too flawed to be relied upon in the approval process.

The court ruling, written by Justice Eleanor Dawson, stated that the NEB review “unjustifiably” did not include the potential impacts of tanker traffic off the coast of B.C. The judges also noted that the federal government approved the project without adequately consulting

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The Juliet Creek wildfire, which sparked approximately 47 kilometres south of Merritt on Aug. 8, is not expected to grow, and an evacuation alert has since been rescinded.

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Nicola Band and the Coldwater Indian Band.

“It’s a great day today.

Ribbons have been awarded and the exhibits are all wrapped up, but for those who missed their chance to peruse the items at the Nicola Valley Fall Fair, the Herald has plenty of photos online.

‘They can say they consulted, but they never ever, ever got consent.’

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— Coldwater Indian Band Chief Lee Spahan

with First Nations along the route.

The court challenge combined a number of separate lawsuits, including challenges from the Upper

Fire being held

Coldwater Indian Band Chief Lee Spahan speaks during a news conference in Vancouver following the announcement of the Federal Court of Appeal’s decision to overturn the approval of the Trans Mountain expansion project.

(Right, from right to left) Coldwater councillors Wendy Hall, Gerome Garcia, Lee Spahan and councillor Corrina Manuel. Photos courtesy of the Coldwater Indian Band

We won,” said Coldwater Chief Lee Spahan at a press conference on Aug. 31.

“Right from the beginning, we always said water

is life. Water is sacred,” said Spahan. “I’d like to thank my members of council, the membership of the Coldwater band for the direction to continue the fight against Canada on this decision. They can say they consulted, but they never ever, ever got our consent.”

The route for the expansion project passes

an aquifer that is the sole supply of drinking water to about 320 people living on the main Coldwater Reserve about 13 kilometres southwest of Merritt.

But the court found “at the end of the consultation process, and at the time the project was approved, Canada failed to meaningfully engage with Coldwater, and to discuss

and explore options to deal with the real concern about the sole source of drinking water for its Reserve.”

The expansion project would also pass through approximately 130 kilometres of land within the Upper Nicola Band’s area of responsibility.

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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, September 18 - 7 pm Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, October 9 - 7 pm Regular Council Meeting

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of Clerk Typist for the RCMP Detachment.

Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of Bylaw Officer II.

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 by:

Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 by:

Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Date Posted: August 30, 2018 Posting Expires: September 14, 2018

Date Posted: August 30, 2018 Posting Expires: September 14, 2018

APPLICATION FOR PERMISSIVE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR 2019 DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

The Community Charter provides that on or before October 31 in any year, Council may by bylaw, exempt eligible land and/or improvements from municipal property taxes for the following year(s). On October 25, 2016, permissive tax exemptions were approved for a four year period from 2017 through to 2020 – see Bylaw 2215 (2016).

On October 24, 2017 permissive tax exemptions were approved for a three year period from 2018 through to 2020 – see Bylaws 2224 (2017); 2225 (2017) and 2226 (2017).

Bylaws can be found on the City website at www.merritt.ca/city-council/bylaws.

Permissive property tax exemptions are provided for non-profit, philanthropic and charitable organizations. These permissive exemptions are at the discretion of Council and are subject to the City of Merritt’s budgetary constraints. Council may also consider permissive municipal tax exemptions less than 100%.

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2185 Voght floor), 2185 (second floor), Hall (second City Hall at City Office at Mayor’s Office the Mayor’s Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

If you would like to schedule a particular time to meet with the Mayor at a Drop-In session please call reception at City Hall 250-378-4224.

CITY OF MERRITT NOTICE OF 2018 TAX SALE 10:00 a.m. on September 24, 2018

Pursuant to Section 254 of the Community Charter, properties listed below will be offered for sale for recovery of outstanding property taxes on Monday, ´ September 24, 2018, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at the CITY OF MERRITT NOTICE OF 2018 TAX SALE Merritt City Hall at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, unless delinquent taxes 10:00 a.m. on September 24, 2018 plus interest are paid prior to the tax sale. For further information please contacttothe Tax 254 Department at 250-378-4224, refer to www.merritt.ca.

Pursuant Section of the Community Charter, propertiesor listed below will be offered for sale for

recovery of outstanding property taxes on Monday, September 24, 2018, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at the Merritt Cityno Hallrepresentation at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, unless delinquent plus The City of Merritt makes expressed or implied astaxes to the interest are paid to the tax For further information contact Tax Department at 250condition or prior quality of sale. the properties being please offered forthesale.

Prospective 378-4224, or refer to www.merritt.ca.

purchasers are urged to make all necessary inquiries to municipal and other government departments and in the case of strata lots to the strata The City of Merritt makes no representation expressed or implied as to the condition or quality of the corporation, to determine the existence of any restriction, charges properties being offered for sale. Prospective purchasers are bylaws, urged to make all necessary inquiriesor to other conditions which may affect the value or of sustainability thecorporation, property.to municipal and other government departments and in the case strata lots to theof strata

determine the existence of any bylaws, restriction, charges or other conditions which may affect the value or sustainability the property.

Any personofupon being declared the successful bidder must immediately

pay by cash or certified cheque a minimum of not less than the upset price.

Any person upon being declared the successful bidder must immediately pay by cash or certified Failure to pay this amount will result in the property being offered for sale cheque a minimum of not less than the upset price. Failure to pay this amount will result in the property again.

Any be paid certified cheque bynoon noon the being offered forbalance sale again. must Any balance mustby be cash paid byor cash or certified cheque by the same same day.to Failure to pay balance will result in the being day.

Failure pay the balance willthe result in the property being offered forproperty sale again at 10:00 offered am on the following for saleday. again at 10:00 am on the following day.

Purchase of aof Tax is subject toistax under the Transfer Act on theTransfer fair market Purchase a Sale TaxProperty Sale Property subject toProperty tax under theTax Property value of theon property.

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Legal Description Upset Amount LOT: 5; PLAN NUMBER: KAP14631; DISTRICT LOT: 122; $6,115.34 LOT: 48; PLAN NUMBER: KAS3157; DISTRICT LOT: 122; $3,483.20 LOT: 14; PLAN NUMBER: KAP11984; DISTRICT LOT: 123; $12,469.16 LOT: 21; PLAN NUMBER: KAP28057; DISTRICT LOT: 122; $3,969.96 LOT: 9; BLOCK: 38; PLAN NUMBER: KAP7221; DISTRICT $5,528.76 LOT: 123; LOT: 7; PLAN NUMBER: KAP1130; DISTRICT LOT: 123; $5,995.11 LOT: C; BLOCK: 43; PLAN NUMBER: KAP717; DISTRICT LOT: $8,072.77 123; LOT: 12; PLAN NUMBER: KAP565; DISTRICT LOT: 123; $2,895.25 LOT: 13; PLAN NUMBER: KAP565; DISTRICT LOT: 123; $4,615.75 LOT: 20; BLOCK: 5; PLAN NUMBER: KAP1; DISTRICT LOT: $5,587.95 124; LOT: 11; BLOCK: 7; PLAN NUMBER: KAP1219; DISTRICT $4,387.20 LOT: 125; LOT: 12; BLOCK: 7; PLAN NUMBER: KAP1219; DISTRICT $4,387.20 LOT: 125; LOT: 1; PLAN NUMBER: KAP13615; $97,182.10

Wayne Anderson, CPA, CMA Tax Collector

Wayne Anderson, CPA, CMA

ILLEGAL DUMPING ON MIDDAY VALLEY ROAD The City would like to remind residents that dumping unwanted goods is illegal pursuant to section 10(b) of the City of Merritt Nuisance Abatement Bylaw.

Please submit your 2019 applications by 4:30 p.m., September 7, 2018 to:

In recent months, there has been increased illegal dumping activity on the roadway in front of businesses on Midday Valley Road, despite posted “No Dumping” signs. Items dumped include dozens of household appliances, scrap metal, wood products, mattresses, an abandoned vehicle, recycling, and household garbage. The City has confirmed with affected property owners that dumping is not welcomed, whether scrap metal or otherwise.

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In addition to being expensive for affected citizens and the taxpayers generally, illegal dumping is a threat to safety and the environment, as pollutants can leach into the ground and surface water. We encourage citizens to report any illegal dumping sightings to bylaw enforcement staff at (250) 378-8628 or bylaw@merritt.ca.

Application forms for those organizations that did not receive an exemption under the bylaws listed above can be downloaded from the City website or picked up at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

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Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt’s city council is set on holding the owners of ‘nuisance properties’ in town accountable.

The good neighbour bylaw, complete with cost-recovery program to recoup expenses by RCMP and fire rescue, was given third reading at the regular city council meeting on Aug. 28.

The bylaw, which was recommended to council by the city’s police committee earlier this year, will allow the city to fine landlords of ‘nuisance properties’ that are the subject of repeated police, ambulance and firefighter calls.

The additional revenue for the city could offset the cost of responding to complaints and discourage homeowners from neglecting properties.

Sean Smith, the city’s director of corporate services, explained the bylaw deems a property a nuisance if RCMP or other emergency services are called to it more than once in a 24-hour period or more than three times in one year.

He said there can still be discretion as to whether a call is a ‘nuisance’ or not, however.

“Maybe [RCMP get] a call saying that [a property owner’s] weeds have gotten twelve inches long. Are we going to count that one as a nuisance call against this particular home?

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A cost recovery clause was added to the good neighbour bylaw to recoup funds for RCMP and fire rescue to attend to nuisance calls in the city at a regular city council meeting on April 17. Herald file photo

Whereas if it’s something truly atrocious or there’s drug activity or something like that happening it might be a little clearer that’s going to be strike against,” he said.

City staff will be meeting with RCMP and Merritt Fire Rescue in the coming weeks to develop a procedure for implementing the bylaw, Smith explained.

“We will have discussions and try to formalize what is going to be considered a ‘nuisance call’ and what isn’t because we want it to be relatively standardized,” he said. “The designation itself will be made by the city, but there needs to be some form of information sharing, of course, so that we know what calls the RCMP have responded

to.”

The dollar amount of the fine will vary depending on the resources used to respond to the call — including staff and vehicles — plus an administrative fee of 15 per cent.

On the lower end of the scale, a single bylaw response to the call may result in a charge of around $100, Smith estimated. However, the charge could climb to over $1000 if a bigger response, such as several fire engines, were to be required.

“And that would be invoiced to [the homeowner],” he said. “If the invoice isn’t paid it would go on to property taxes.”

Coun. Linda Brown expressed concerns that there will no opportunity

for public input before the bylaw is passed.

“I’d like to see us take a little bit of time with this,” she said.

On the other hand, Mayor Neil Menard said he was eager to have it implemented.

“I don’t think that we’re rushing,” he said.

“I think it’s our responsibility to keep moving — keep doing stuff — and I think we should move forward with this bylaw and carry on.”

The motion was carried by a vote of five to one at the meeting. Coun. Brown was the only one to vote in opposition, and Coun.

Goetz was not in attendance.

Council will choose whether or not to adopt the bylaw at the regular city council meeting on Sept. 18.

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION MEETING OF CONAYT FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY Conayt Friendship Society Board of Directors invites membership to attend a Special Resolution Meeting on Wednesday, September 26th, 2018 at 5:00 pm at 2164 Quilchena Avenue. This meeting is when membership will have an opportunity to review and vote to finalize the needed changes to Conayt Friendship Society’s Constitution and Bylaws to coincide with the new BC Societies Act that comes into effect on November 28th, 2018.

A working copy of the proposed bylaw changes will be available at Conayt Friendship Society reception after September 20th, 2018. Please contact the front desk at 250-378-5107 to pick up a package.

Also, this is a reminder that the next and final working meeting to discuss and have input into the Bylaw changes is scheduled for September 17th, 2018 at 5:00 pm at Conayt Friendship Society. Snacks will be provided by Conayt Board of Directors.

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VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Bylaw could be a nuisance A new regulation is being considered

by Merritt’s city council, one which would allow the city to Cole Wagner attempt COLE’S NOTES to recoup some of the costs of having emergency personnel attending to the same residence multiple times throughout the year.

Dubbed the ‘good neighbour’ bylaw, the effort to bite back at problem properties in Merritt has been covered extensively in this paper (see the story on page five).

While the majority of councillors are in favour of moving forward with the bylaw, there are still plenty of questions that should be answered before we start handing out tickets.

For starters, city officials, the RCMP and local fire department will have to put their heads together to decide what exactly constitutes a nuisance property. Such a guiding document should be public knowledge ahead of the passage of the bylaw, so that landlords and tenants alike know which activities might land them in hot water.

Beyond that, it would be prudent to keep an eye on how such a ‘good neighbour’ bylaw will affect the rental market, particularly when it comes to vulnerable members of the community.

As the fines for any violations would be directed towards land owners, it would not be surprising to see the already-restricted rental market in Merritt become even more draconian. Will landlords ask for even more personal information and background checks before renting out their suites?

Bylaws like the one being considered by the City of Merritt are already in force elsewhere in the province — so the answers are out there.

It’s just a matter of asking the right questions.

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When reforms come back around On Sunday, Brazil’s top electoral court ruled that ‘Lula’, former president Luiz Inácio da Silva, cannot run in the presidential election this October.

He served two GWYNNE DYER terms as president The international (2003-2011), he STAGE dutifully waited out the following two terms, and his Workers’ Party (PT) has nominated him for the presidency again. Opinion polls give him 39 per cent support, more than twice as much as any other candidate.

However, Lula is in jail in the southern city of Curitiba, serving a twelve-year sentence for corruption.

The bad news is that he is probably guilty — perhaps not of the specific offence he has already been convicted for, but of four other charges of money laundering, influence peddling and obstruction of justice that are still pending.

Lula’s current conviction rests on little more than the word of an executive of a giant construction company who claims he

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gave Lula a penthouse apartment in a seaside resort town in return for a lucrative contract with the state-owned oil company Petrobras.

The executive was facing corruption charges himself, and made the accusation as part of a plea bargain.

There are no documents linking Lula or his late wife to the house, nor is there any evidence that they ever spent any time there.

This case went to trial first only because it suggested that Lula had sold out for personal advantage. He probably didn’t.

But there is plenty of evidence that Lula engaged in other kinds of dodgy fund-raising, not to benefit himself, but to buy the cooperation of other parties in Brazil’s Congress, where there was a plethora of small parties and his PT never had a majority. This was illegal, but it was perfectly normal political practice when he became president in 2003.

So Lula appointed PT members to senior executive roles in Petrobras and other stateowned companies. They demanded kickbacks from companies that sought contracts with Petrobras and the others, and handed the money over to the PT — which handed much of it on to smaller parties in Congress in return for their votes.

That’s how Lula pushed through radical

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measures like the ‘bolsa familial,’ a regular payment to poor Brazilians (provided that their children had an 85 per cent attendance record at school and had received all their vaccinations) that lifted 35 million people out of poverty. Brazil’s economy boomed, and when he left office in 2011 with an 83 per cent approval rating, Brazilians were both richer and more equal than ever before.

His chosen successor Dilma Rousseff won the election, but then world commodity prices collapsed, the Brazilian economy tanked, and unemployment soared. She squeaked back into office in the 2015 election, but was impeached in 2016 for misrepresenting the scale of the deficit. It was a trivial offence, but she was so unpopular by then that nobody much missed her.

Her vice-president, Michel Temer, a deeply corrupt politician from another political party, has served out the rest of her term, but he will surely be arrested too if he loses the protection of holding a high political office. In fact, half the current members of Congress would be arrested if they lost their seats.

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Local MLA off the mark on electoral reform Editor,

Tim Larsen Merritt

Editor, I regularly walk my dog between the hours of 12 a.m. and 3 a.m. and just wanted to mention some observations over the course of the past year.

(And in case people wonder why I am out, it is much cooler on a dogs paws — not to mention for me — during these hours and there are very few other dogs or people for the most part).

1. Drunk kids wandering around. I have seen them as young as preteen. Why are little kids out at these hours? I couldn’t imagine letting my preteen stay up past 9, let alone wander around the streets after midnight.

2. Merritt already has very high taxes. I can see why. From the graffiti to the knocked down signs and broken glass covering the sidewalks where young kids and dogs walk.

3. Suspicious bike riders in dark clothes and bags of stuff hanging off them. I see maybe three different guys in hoodies frequently at these

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MLA Jackie Tegart’s claim in her recent “View from the Legislature” that the coming referendum on proportional representation (PR) is rigged simply does not hold water. In it she trots out most of the lame criticisms she and her Liberal colleagues continue to repeat.

The rules of the referendum are clear and fair. It will be a simple two question document. The first question asks voters to state a preference for the present system or PR. The second will ask which of three PR systems the voter supports. No smoke and mirrors, no bias just two straightforward questions.

The issue will be decided by a simple majority.

The previous referendums are used in Tegart’s argument against PR. In the 2005 referendum PR was preferred by 58 per cent of voters. The Liberal government of the day declared the proposal a failure. That same year the Liberals won a majority government with only a 46 per cent minority in voter support. Every year after that election until last year’s loss they have won a majority in the house with minority popular support. No wonder the Liberals are opposed to PR! Looking back over the elections prior to 2017 only one of 20 were majority governments supported by most of the voters. In the 19 other elections, the voices of most voters were not heard. This is tyranny of the minority and it must be changed.

The last arrow in the anti-PR quiver is the claim that because most voters live in the Lower Mainland, there is a built-in bias against rural voters. Damn those “coasties” anyway. One basic principle of democracy which has not been challenged is that one person gets one vote. I would hope that Ms. Tegart is not proposing discounting the value of Lower Mainland votes in order correct balance this perceived bias.

The change to PR is long overdue. Only by making every vote count can we arrive at a government that reflects the wishes of all voters.

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hours. There are some other people on bikes, but they don’t tend to have 50 extra pounds worth of baggage with them.

4. If you live on Voght Street, congratulations — you have somewhat frequent police patrols. I have rarely seen them on other streets.

5. School sprinklers. These are on every single night even on rainy days. Everyone else gets restrictions on watering. There is absolutely no reason to water your fields every night. Three to four times a week is more than enough to keep your fields green. I see other peoples grass is still fine with little watering.

6. Do not place your garbage out before 5 a.m. of your collection day. Every Friday I see numerous garbage cans already at the curb. Five a.m. to 7 a.m. is a pretty narrow window and it sucks, but that is what the city requests. It must be convenient to only follow the rules you want to, or maybe I am in the wrong and I should start putting my garbage out whenever I feel like it too.

I usually mind my own business when it comes to what other people are doing but sometimes the little things start to eat at you after awhile.

The reason for that is a political cleansing operation called Lava Jato (Car Wash).

The past eight years have been miserable for Brazilians both economically and politically, but Operation Car Wash has offered real hope for the future. It’s a huge police and judicial operation, run out of the city of Curitiba, (called the ‘London of Brazil’ because it is seen as incorruptible), which targets both corrupt politicians and the businessmen who buy them up.

The irony, for Lula, is that Car Wash owes its success to two key reforms of Dilma Rousseff ’s government. One was to make evidence obtained through plea bargaining acceptable in the courts.

The other was to appoint a truly independent attorney-general and independent judges and prosecutors — who duly sent Lula to jail even though they may share his politics.

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‘The irony, for Lula, is that Car Wash owes its success to two key reforms of Dilma Rousseff’s government.’

“She always underestimated Car Wash,” said Delcidio do Amaral, the PT’s former leader in the Federal Senate, now under house arrest and plea-bargaining hard, “because she thought it would reach everyone but her. She thought it would make her stronger.” Instead, it has destroyed Lula.

So what happens now? The PT has ten days to substitute Fernando Haddad, Lula’s choice and a former mayor of Sao Paulo, as the Workers’ Party candidate for the presidency in the election on Oct. 7, but it’s unlikely that he can win all the votes that would have gone to Lula.

Which may leave the road open for a darkhorse candidate like Jair Bolsonaro, a born-again would-be Trump who disparages women, blacks and gays. The road to Hell (or at least somewhere quite unpleasant) is often paved with good intentions.

Gwynne Dyer’s new book is ‘Growing Pains: The Future of Democracy (and Work)’.

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Man charged after stabbing Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A 49-year-old local was air lifted to the Royal Inland Hospital after being stabbed in the chest on Sept. 3.

The incident took place following an alter-

cation at a residence on the 1300 block of Pine Street.

“The investigation revealed the victim had been at a neighbour’s residence when he was allegedly accused of stealing something from the suspect, who

then stabbed him in the chest,” said Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood. “RCMP attended and conducted first aid until B.C. ambulance personnel were able to take over and transport the victim to hospital.”

The victim is set to

undergo surgery and is expected to recover, according to Wood.

Meanwhile, a 51-year-old suspect was arrested without incident. Charges of aggravated assault will be recommended to Crown counsel.

Police investigate two fatal crashes near Merritt Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Two drivers died in separate motor vehicle accidents near Merritt.

The first rollover took place on Highway 8 just west of Lower Nicola around 8:00 p.m. on Aug. 30.

“The 28-year-old driver of the car died at the scene due to injuries sustained in the roll over,” Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood wrote to the Herald in an email.

While speed and alcohol are suspected to be contributing factors to the incident, the RCMP Central Interior Traffic Services (CITS) and the B.C. Coroners Service continue to investigate.

The second crash took place on the Coquihalla Highway 15 kilometres south of Merritt around 9:45 a.m. on Aug. 31.

Hailey Cullen accepted the Mayon Cup award and the Governor General’s Academic Medal for her remarkable GPA during the 2017/18 school year. Dara Hill/Herald Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Two drivers died in separate motor vehicle accidents on highways near Merritt over the weekend. Herald file photo

“A semi unit had gone over an embankment and rolled several times,” Wood wrote. “The operator of the semi unit, a 32-year-old male from the Lower Mainland, was found deceased.”

The RCMP CITS investigators are working with the BC

Coroners Service to try and determine a cause for the incident, according to Wood.

Anyone with information regarding either incident is urged to contact Merritt RCMP at 250378-4262 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Hailey Cullen’s last year at Merritt Secondary School (MSS) was one for the books.

In addition to working part-time and enjoying time with friends, Cullen pulled off the highest grade point average (GPA) in her graduating class.

MSS vice-principal Gian Cavaliere awarded Cullen with the Governor General’s Academic Medal, a distinction which marks her top-notch grades during her senior year at MSS in 2017/18, as well as the MSS Mayon Cup for achieving the top GPA across all subjects.

Even though Cullen had already

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“I thought someone else would have beat me this year,” she said.

Turns out, Cullen is a natural.

“I had a lot of fun in my grad year,” she said. “It was a lot of work, too, but just kind of got all the work done and I guess I did it well.”

In addition to the academic medal and the Mayon Cup, Cullen received several scholarships to put towards her future studies.

After taking a year to work in Kamloops, Cullen said she plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in science, either at Thompson Rivers University or the University of Victoria.

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Council approves community centre plan

Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Owners of the St. Michael’s Church property in Merritt are one step closer to selling a chunk of their land to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) to be used as a community centre.

Merritt city council approved a rezoning application to subdivide the St. Michael’s Church property at 1990 Chapman Street at the regular city council meeting immediately following a public hearing on Aug. 28.

The rezoning will make way for the owners to subdivide the property into two parcels, allowing the owners to sell the existing church on the proposed north parcel to the CMHA so it can be converted to a community centre. The existing community hall on the southern parcel would then be used as a church.

“The program we operate is a psychosocial rehabilitation program. We work with adults in different life domains through their recovery from their illness,” said Christa Mullaly, executive director of the CMHA Kamloops branch. “So, our goal is to help folk reintegrate through social mechanisms into community, help them learn life skills as well as to find them employment.”

Retaining the historical integrity of the building is a priority of the CMHA, Mullaly said, and they plan to add plumbing, a kitchen and a couple washrooms to the space.

“We have found a preferred contractor that will be able to preserve every piece of wood that we need to move within the building,” she said.

Mullaly explained her goal is to have construction get underway within the next couple of months, and have the community centre operational before this

The owner of the property at 1990 Chapman Street hopes to subdivide the land into two halves, keeping the southern parcel to use as a church, and selling the northern parcel to be used as a community centre. Cole Wagner/Herald

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Audrey Campbell, minister at St. Michael’s Church, spoke in favour of the rezoning application at the meeting and addressed councillors’ concerns that there is currently no parking on the lot.

“What people may not know [is that] Canadian Mental Health has been doing their program out of the church hall [already]. And there’s been no change, no complaints — they are excellent tenants,” she

said. “The parking will not be an issue — it’s downtown, and a lot of people don’t have cars.”

Councillors also raised questions about the potential of the community centre becoming an overnight shelter, which the CMHA does operate in Kamloops.

“There is a need for [overnight shelters] in Merritt, but what’s there to say two years from now you decide to do that and we don’t have the parking?” Said Coun. Linda Brown.

In response, Mullaly

said they have no plans to use the space as an overnight shelter.

“We have some very good partners who are providers here in town that do that work already,” she said.

“Having said that, when folks attend shelter, they’re not driving there.”

The motion to rezone 1990 Chapman Street from institutional and public use (P3) to central business (C2) was carried by a vote of six to zero at the meeting. Coun. Mike Goetz was not in attendance.

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Work halts on pipeline project “Let’s be clear, our government inherited a flawed environmental Throughout the review process and we consultation process, made efforts to improve Upper Nicola Band it,” said Morneau in a Chief Harvey McLeod said the concerns of the statement following the court decision. “We’re band went “unheard going to review today’s and unaddressed.”

“The Crown did not decision to ensure we’re meeting high standards deal with our concerns when it comes to both about our governance protecting the environrights and respect for ment and meeting our our Indigenous laws, obligations to consult and did not take the with indigenous peosteps needed to seek ples.” our consent to the use Earlier this spring, of the lands and waters the federal government over which the Syilx reached an people have agreement title,” said with Kinder McLeod in Morgan to a statement. purchase “A process the pipeline that ignores expansion our reasonproject and able and all related meaningful assets. concerns, Kinder and fails to Morgan respect our shareholdrights is not ers voted in honourable.”

Chief Harvey McLeod favour of approving Upper Nicola Band Any the purattempt chase agreement on the by the federal governsame day the Federal ment to restart the Court of Appeal overconsultation process turned the project’s would require a “truly approval. meaningful nation to Kinder Morgan nation process,” added Canada issued a stateMcLeod. ment noting the com“There is a lot of pany is “currently taking work ahead and it must be done right. True rec- measures to suspend construction related onciliation requires our free, prior and informed activities on the project in a safe and orderly consent in Syilx terrimanner.” tory/Upper Nicola’s “We remain commitarea of responsibility,” ted to building this projhe said. ect in consideration The federal government may still choose to of communities and the environment, with appeal the decision to meaningful consultathe Supreme Court of tion with Indigenous Canada.

Peoples and for the Federal Minister of benefit of Canadians,” Finance Bill Morneau stated Ian Anderson, said the governpresident of Kinder ment would review Morgan Canada. “The the Federal Court of court decision was not a Appeal decision “carecondition of the transfully,” but remained action between [Kinder committed to moving forward with the expan- Morgan] and the federal government.” sion project.

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Norgaard not running again Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

It’s the end of an era for Coun. Diana Norgaard.

After a four-year term serving on Merritt’s city council, she has decided not to seek re-election this fall.

Her first reason for stepping aside stems from concerns about future council leadership, she explained at a regular city council meeting on Aug. 28.

“Four years is a long time to work for a leader that you have no confidence in,” she said. “I currently have a great deal of confidence in the leader that we have but I would not necessarily be able to work for someone that I do not have confidence in and I am not prepared to ask the taxpayers to spend money in a byelection.”

She cited health concerns of a family member as the second factor influencing her decision at the Aug. 28 city council meeting.

“This job, if you’re doing it right, takes a lot of hours, takes you away from your family and it can often take you away from your community,” she said. “In all good conscience I am not going to be running.”

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Close to golf course. Pad rent is $368.00 per month. Perfect for retired couple or starter home.

Good location to schools & shopping, this half duplex has 3 bedrms up, oak kitchen cabinets, sundeck plus 1 bedroom living quarter on ground level. Fenced backyard with lane access.

4 bedroom half duplex in good area & close to schools & shopping. 3 bedrms up, 1 down with soaker tub in ensuite. Fenced backyard with detached 24x13 shop/garage. Long term tenants.

This 3 bedroom townhouse with 2 pce powder room on main, open concept kitchen/living room, kitchen with nook & a breakfast bar. Gas F/P, skylights, BI vac. Nice end unit with bigger fenced yard.

#2987

#3017

#2674 $49,900

#2997

#3005

#3015

$365,000

2779 EAGLE CRES.

$89,900

2733 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS RD

Amazing view from this 7039 sq.ft. lot. Close to shopping and restaurants. In area of quality built homes and growing subdivision.

Bring your plans and start building your dream home.

Great subdivision to build your dream home.

Fantastic views, close to shopping, restaurant, services, schools and highway. Priced to sell!

#2407 $75,000

#2932 $74,900

2740 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS

One of the finest lots, located in Grandview Heights subdivision, with amazing views of the Nicola Valley. Close to all amenities.

The perfect place to build your dream home.

#2981

$69,900

$259,900

4257 FALCON CREST DR

$225,000

1463 COLDWATER AVE

Fully serviced residential lot in Grandview Heights subdivision with 9913 sq.ft. Bring your ideas to start building. Close to shopping and college

Affordably priced investment – Side by side duplex with 2 bedrms, bathroom, kitchen, living room and 100 amp per side. Has fenced backyard. Close to shopping.

#2897

#3021

$85,000

2700 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS

$369,900

#3008

$1,700,000

#3001

$1,695,000

6588 MONCK PARK RD

8795 OLD KAMLOOPS RD

5544 HARMON ESTATES

Exceptional lakefront luxury home on 0.99 acre lot. Feature HW & porcelain tile floors on the main, 5 bedrms, 4 baths, large gourmet kitchen, spacious covered deck plus guest suite on lower level.

Panoramic Stump Lake views from 12.3 acres with over 500 ft. of lakeshore. This one of a kind rancher has vast wrap around porches, a rustic guest cottage + a 2300 sq.ft. barn/shop.

This perfect recreational cabin on Nicola Lake features 2 bedrms, open design plan with large windows, fireplace in living room & large sundeck for summer BBQ’s. Includes 14x16 workshop & fruit trees.

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U RED Cozy 2 bedroom home with fenced yard and mature trees. Has had some renovations. Clean unit, great for small family with inlaws. Has 1 bedroom each side.

$319,900

$159,900

$230,000

2725 PEREGRINE WAY One of the finest lots in Grandview Heights subdivision, with amazing views of the Nicola Valley.

Close to all amenities and shopping. Perfect place to build your dream home.

#2854

$89,900

Beautiful 3700 sq.ft. rancher with fully finished basement. Features high ceilings, open concept, interior archways, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, central A/C, HE furnace & 1 bedrm inlaw suite.

#3023 $499,000

Call us for a Market Evaluation on your property, and let’s get your home listed!

#2985

$1,695,000

$1,999,000

#2982

$649,900

2305 POSTELL ROAD

10681 HWY.97C

1040 COLDWATER ROAD

Country living in Lower Nicola. 3 bedroom home with some upgrades. Country style kitchen, master bedrm & laundry on the main, upgraded kitchen cabinets, HW tank 1 yr old, new roof in 2013.

Great horse property of 9.88 acres with 5 bedrm level entry rancher with fully fi n.

Walkout bsmt. Home has vaulted ceilings, large country kitchen and a spacious deck to enjoy the sunsets.

Approx. 22 acres, just 2 minutes from Merritt.

Renovated 4 bedrm, 3 bath home. New well. Great horse property with 44x36 horse barn & 100x44 metal Quonset shop. Nicely landscaped

#2973

#3029

#3016 $269,900 1809 MENZIES STREET

#3007

Spectacular vies from this 7470 sq.ft. lot.

Building a house in this development is a great investment. Services are at the lot line. See Listing Realtor for the Developers Disclosure.

Nice building lot on Lindley Creek Road, in a growing newer subdivision.

The natural slope of the land will allow for a walkout basement with a rancher type look from the front yard.

Innovation that redefines the quality and consistency of service. Our clients can expect our property managers to inspire trust through demonstrated dedication to honesty, integrity and transparency.

$739,900

$175,000

1653 LINDLEY CRK RD

#2838

$699,900

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3 bedroom half duplex in good area. Lane access. Newer roof. Has large kitchen with eating area and big living room. Currently rented to long term tenants.

2797 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS

#2819 $89,000

#2937

$61,000

1475 COLDWATER AVE.

2743 GRANDVIEW

Side by side duplex in Merritt. Has 100 amp, 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bath per side. Has fenced backyard. Within walking distance to all amenitie

Build the home on your dream in this newer development. Great views of the beautiful Nicola Valley, close to shopping, restaurants, services, schools and highways. Priced to sell.

#3022

$159,900

#2932

$74,900

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CENTURY 21 MOVING REAL ESTATE BC LTD. LAND 1481 MILLER ROAD

6449 MONCK PARK RD

6589 MONCK PARK RD

10.9 acres located in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executive homes, just 10 mins. west of Merritt. Land is south facing, sloped, mostly cleared with some trees.

In one of Merritt’s high end developments, Nicola Lakeshore Estates. This 1 acre lot has water and sewer hookups available and fantastic views of Nicola Lake. Close to water access.

Build your executive retreat on this 1.1 acre lot in Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Water and sewer hookups available. Great lake for all water sports, fishing and hiking trails. Adjoining lot also available.

#3035 $260,000

#2969

#2808

2288 BURGESS AVENUE

$159,900

6021 BEECH RD

$199,000

6408 MONCK PARK

A rare waterfront lot on Nicola River waiting for development. 0.94 acres with over 50 meters of river frontage, not subdividable.

In neighbourhood of high end homes.

Great property is a well developed subdivision of acreages. This unique 15 acre property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro is at lot line, well & septic must be installed. Most of land is flat & useable.

Start planning your dream home on this fantastic 1 acre waterfront lot on Nicola Lake. All ready has a driveway started down to the more level area near the water. Included 8x20 dock.

#3027

#2720

#2830

$174,900

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$289,000

$425,000

6433 MONCK PARK RD

Build your dream home on this 1 acre water view property, in area of custom homes in Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Just 20 mins. from Merritt & 2.5 hrs from the Lower Mainland.

#3003

$155,000

2845 NEILSON ST

4079 AIRPORT RD

1.7 acres of commercial land. Lease all or part of this site at $0.75 per sq.ft.

Presently being used for semi-truck parking.

Zonced C-3. Call for permitted uses available.

15.9 acre RV Park zoning bordering the Coldwater River. Hookups in place & future set of plans for expansion available. Has city services. Has small rental home with long term tenants.

#2771

#2952

$1,650,000

6397 MONCK PARK RD

4153 AIRPORT RD

3940 CRAWFORD AVE

Build your dream home here in Nicola Lakeshore Estate. This .094 acre lot has 180 degree views. Great lake for boating, fishing, hiking & biking. In area of high end custom homes

Lease all or part of this 11.4 acre site. Great location beside Walmart.

C-4 zoning. Highway 5 close by. Ready to go, cleared & gravel topped site. Utilities at lot line.

Owners may entertain offers to purchase.

Lease all or part of this 1.3 acre property at $0.85 per sq.ft. or will built warehouse to suit. Zoned C-3. Directly across from Boston Pizza and Highway 5 is close by. Call for permitted uses.

#2953

#2954

#3009

$159,900

LINDLEY CREEK RD

5985 BEECH RD

6593 MONCK PARK

6685 MONCK PARK RD

1101 MIDDAY VALLEY RD

4066 AIRPORT ROAD

53 AC property that includes R3 and FD zoning. FD allows for Buyer to request a zoning to fit their plans – could be changed residential to M1 zoning for Light Industrial.

Call for details.

Great waterfront property of 6 acres for your recreational getaway or build your home in the country. Mostly flat with many building sites, shallow well, septic approval, hydro with 200 amp and driveway already in.

Build your dream home on this 1.1 acre lot in one of Merritt’s finest developments, Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Water & sewer hookups available, located close to water access.

Great 1 acre lakeview lot with stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake. The perfect place to build your country retreat, in neighbourhood of high end custom homes. Enjoy fishing, swimming & boating

10 acre development site with CD-1 zoning. Will have city water and sewer (not connected yet). Bring your ideas and call for more details.

Approx. 1/2 acre parcel zoned C-3 with utilities in place on the lot. Located near Walmart, highway access and backs onto the airport.

#2939

#2857

#2809

#2971

$1,590,000

$249,000

$199,000

$179,900

MERRITT is a great community to raise your family, grow your business or start a new venture.

#2958

$750,000

#2977

$99,999

LOT A, MIDDAY VALLEY RD

MIDDAY VALLEY RD

122 acres of multiple zonings C4, C6 and R1. Buyer should contact the City of Merritt to request suitable zoning to match their needs. Call for more details.

Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits. Zoned M-1. Other parcel has “future development” zoning. One parcel has lease in place.

Located on truck route and easy access to highway. Call for more details.

#2957

$1,584,000

#2555

$2,000,000

LOT 1, HOUSTON ST

923 MIDDAY VALLEY RD

Approx. 4 acre residential development land zoned R1, services not connected.

Call for more details.

Approx. 291 acre with great potential.

Current plans are for a development of 2 acre estate lots with city boundaries.

Rural living within close proximity to city, with fantastic views.

#2959

$230,000

#2956

$4,900,000

LOT 2, MIDDAY VALLEY RD

5 AC, MIDDAY VALLEY RD

6 acres currently zoned R1. City water and sewer not yet connected. Zoning may be changed to suit Buyers needs.

Fantastic views.

Approximately 5 acres zoned R9 (High density residential).

City water and sewer not yet connected. Great valley views.

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$400,000

#2962

$300,000

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PROVINCIAL NEWS HEALTH CARE

B.C. primary care aims to reduce swelling in hospital emergency rooms Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

Future family doctors are being matched with patients who head for the nearest emergency room because they don’t have an alternative for rapid treatment of non-emergency conditions.

The Urgent Primary Care Centre at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops is the pilot project for B.C.’s primary care strategy, seeing nearly 1,000 people since it opened in June. Health Minister Adrian Dix announced Monday the facility is expanding with a “family practice learning centre” to connect patients with University of B.C. medical residents for treatment.

Patients are referred through the Healthlink BC waitlist for Kamloops, with priority given to people who don’t have a family doctor or nurse practitioner and who need immediate attention. Dix says the

Emergency rooms in B.C. are getting the overflow from a shortage of family doctors. Black Press files

system is designed to deal with current need and also build up team-based care in communities with a chronic shortage of family doctors.

“It increases the number of opportunities for medi-

this region going forward.”

Dix and Premier John Horgan announced the primary care strategy in May, funding up to 200 new general practitioners to work in a new team-

cal residents to be trained and supported in teambased care in Kamloops,” Dix said Monday. “This provides the foundation for these new physicians to continue serving patients in

based care model. The first five communities to get teams are Comox, South Okanagan-Similkameen, Prince George, Richmond and Burnaby.

The team-based care

approach was part of the minority government agreement between the NDP and the B.C. Green Party, with a promise to have 10 urgent primary care centres within the next year. The government’s goal is to offer team-based primary care in 70 per cent of B.C. communities by 2021.

“The overall goals of the family practice learning centre model are to build family-care capacity in the community, provide access through timely appointments, help patients find a primary care provider and promote team-based health care,” said Dr. Selena Lawrie, clinical instructor with UBC’s family medicine program. “The model creates the opportunity for patients to be attached to the clinic for their immediate follow-up care. Patients could potentially then transfer from the clinic if a family practice resident chooses to open his or her own practice at the end of training.”

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B1560 BANN STREET $239,900 MLS#145167

2224 MERRITT SP BR HWY $695,000 MLS#147915

2176 CLARKE AVENUE $277,900 MLS#147389

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Rural living with the luxury of city water & sewer. This custom built cedar home is situated on a 1+ acre lot featuring spectacular views of the Nicola Valley and tons of privacy. Property provides lots of room for RV parking, toys and space to build a shop. Main floor has hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, gorgeous rock fireplace and floor to ceiling view windows. The loft overlooks the living and dining room and offers stunning views. Open concept kitchen has a sunken breakfast nook area with access to side and front decks. Main floor has master bedroom with walkin closet and ensuite plus another spare bedroom. Walk out basement offers a very spacious bedroom, rec room, 3 piece bath and laundry

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GIDDY UP

Rodeo stars ride to glory in Merritt More than $20,000 in prize money was handed out at the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo.

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Cowboys and cowgirls from near and far came away with considerable winnings as the 60th annual Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo wrapped up on Sept. 2.

According to the unofficial results, posted to the Canadian Pro Rodeo Association website, Louisiana’s Shane Hanchey collected the weekend’s biggest cheque, winning $1,513.40 for his performance in the tie down roping event.

Derek Frank from Stoney Plain, Alta. left the Nicola Valley with $1362 in his pocket after winning the steer wrestling event. He was half a second faster than Travis Reay’s mark of 4.0, which put Reay in second.

Meanwhile, Seth Hardwick of Ranchester, Wyo. came away with $1294 from his 80 point performance in bareback riding.

Dawson Hay of Wildwood, Alta. collected $1275 as the weekend’s sad-

dle bronc riding champion. His 83 points topped Kolby Wanchuk’s 81.5 point ride, which earned Wanchuk $1055 in second.

The good results kept coming all weekend for the Alberta cowboys, as Wacey Finkbeiner earned $1237 as the pro rodeo’s top bull rider. Luke Gee, Jared Parsonage and Kane Larsen were the only other cowboys to post qualified rides, finishing second to fourth respectively.

The action was fast and furious in the ladies barrel racing, as nine riders finished in the money.

Callahan Crossley of Hermiston, Ore. paced the field with her time of 15.944 seconds, earning her a cool $1139. Shelby Spielman and Sherry Cervi rounded out the top three.

The team roping event on Sunday saw two teams tie for the top spot, after both teams posted matching times of 4.4 seconds.

Two Alberta cowboys, Trey Gallais of Sundre and Trent Tunke of Medicine Hat, tied with Cory Petska and Derrick Begay, both from Arizona. Both teams collected matching cheques for $1091.

Last but not least, Mason Helmeczi of Sundre, Alta. and Ben Andersen of Eckville, Alta. won the novice bareback and saddle bronc riding events respectively.

Thrills and spills during Sunday’s events at the 60th annual Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo. Cole Wagner/Herald

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SPORTS JUNIOR HOCKEY

Cents add new faces Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Seven players will don the signature red and white of the BCHL’s longest running franchise for the first time in a regular season match on Sept. 7, when the Merritt Centennials visit the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

Local prospect Talon Zakall will be one of the brand new Cents, but not all the recruits are playing close to home.

Daniel Tkac, a 17-year-old forward originally from Presov, Slovakia will make his debut with the Cents

this weekend. Tkac has roots in the U.S. too, which is where he played his last season of hockey with the Omaha Lancers of the HPHL. Nic Granowicz is another new Cent with roots in the U.S. The Macomb, Mich. product is a 20-yearold forward with the distinction of being the most experienced of the Cents’ signings this year.

The Cents faithful will recognize the name Frazer Dodd, a Hazelton, B.C. player who appeared in seven games last season with the Cents as an associate player.

Brett Roloson brings a hockey pedigree to the Cents this season, as he is the son of NHL goaltender Dwayne Roloson. But the younger Roloson is more scorer than stop-

CENTS SEASON OPENERS Away: Friday, Sept. 7 vs. Salmon Arm Home: Saturday, Sept. 8 vs. Vernon

per, having put up a point-per-game pace in the Canadian Sport School Hockey League (CSSHL) last season.

Kamloops’ Ben Ward also joins the Cents after playing in the CSSHL. The forward may be the smallest Centennial on the roster, but said his game is all about unrelenting pressure.

Last but not least, Jaydon Fetter comes to the Cents from Windsor, Ont. where he last played in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League. The 18-year-old defencemen promises to bring an infusion of offense to the Cents blueline.

(Clockwise, from top left) Daniel Tkac, Nic Granowicz, Frazer Dodd, Jaydon Fetter, Ben Ward and Brett Roloson will make their debut for the Cents this week. Photos courtesy of the Merritt Centennials

THE SPORTS TICKER

What’s happening in and around the Nicola Valley

Sept. 7-8 Merritt Forestry Ball Tournament Central Park Sept. 8

Merritt Centennials vs. Vernon Vipers 7:00 p.m. at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Sept. 11

Merritt Centennials vs. Surrey Eagles 7:00 p.m. at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Logger Sport Show Sept. 14-16 Central Park Sept. 14

Merritt Centennials vs. Wenatchee Wild 7:00 p.m. at Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Sept. 29

Merritt Country Run

Regular Sessions

DANCE WITH A DIFFERENCE Participants of the Love To Dance Academy’s 2018 summer dance camp were immersed in art this past August. In the prior years, guest teachers from out of town have been invited to teach LTD students, exposing them to new dance styles not regularly presented at the LTD Academy. This year, students had a taste of the other aspects of the dance world, including designing costumes and painting stage decor and props that will be used in the upcoming Christmas concert.

Students also had the chance to learn about choreographing their own dance routines. The camp was a collaborative effort between the LTD Academy and the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council. Photos courtesy of the Love To Dance Academy

Pickleball

Mon, Wed, Fri, Central Park, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Tues, Thurs, Civic Centre, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Music in the Park

Every Thursday night until Sept. 6 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m in Spirit Square.

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MERRITT TO MARRAKECH Paintings by Libby Dybikowski Sept. 6th to 29th. Opening reception Friday, Sept. 7th from 4pm to 8 pm.

MERRITT COMMUNITY CHOIR

Seeking new members. Practice Mondays from 7pm to 9pm commencing late September for our fall session. We will be preparing for Remembrance Day and Christmas. No audition and no choir experience required -- just a love for singing and music! Join us as we sing a diverse collection of songs (from classical to pop and from folk to jazz), learn how to read music and spend time having fun with us! Call Ellen Nast, Conductor 250-378-9899 or enast@telus.net

SUMMER NIGHTS MARKET

Come downtown Merritt (2000 block of Quilchena Avenue) every Friday evening now until Sept. 14th. Enjoy local vendors providing a range of goods including clothing, baked goods, art and produce.

NICOLA VALLEY FILM SOCIETY

presents “Tulipani: Love, Honour and a Bicycle” rated 14A on Monday, Sept. 17th at 7:00 pm at the Merritt Civic Centre. Tickets and memberships are available at the door. For more information phone 250-378-3974.

FOOD DRIVE

BC Thanksgiving Day Food Drive will be held on Saturday, September 15 starting at 9:30 am. Prior to Saturday you should recieve a plastic bag with an instruction paper in it. Follow the driections and someone will be by to pick up your donation. We are still looking for volunteers. If you would like any information please call 250-378-2282.

NICOLA NATURALIST SOCIETY MEMBERS

Photo Night. We’re beginning a new season of monthly meetings. Come and enjoy interesting and excellent photos of local nature, wildlife and scenery - on the big screen at NVIT. Thursday, Sept. 13, 7 pm, NVIT lecture theatre. All welcome.

FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO

Early bird games start at 5 p.m. at the Elks Hall.

MESSY CHURCH

First Thursday of month, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church. For parents or guardians and children to share fun activities, crafts, games, songs, celebration and sit-down dinner with your family. For more information or to register 250-378-5735 or email tucc@telus.net

PENSION BREAKFAST

Conayt Friendship Society Pension Day Breakfast will be held on every Pension Day from 8:30 to 10:00 am at 2164 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC. Everyone is invited.

Elders eat at no charge. For more information call 250378-5107. Volunteer servers and cooks are welcome.

NAVY LEAGUE OF CANADA

Join the Navy League every Wednesday evening from 6-9 p.m. for our parade. We are located at 1755 Coldwater Ave. Jumpstart does cover the cost of our fees & no child is turned away due to finances. FMI 250-280-6944

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COMMUNITY BAND

Nicola Valley Community Band practices 7 p.m. Tuesdays at MSS music room. For more information call James 250-315-7724.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION

Hours are 2 pm to 6 pm, Tuesday through Friday, and Saturdays from 1 pm to 7 pm. Come join us Saturdays for our meat draw. Guests always welcome and will be signed in by a member.

NICOLA VALLEY QUILTERS GUILD

Meets on the first and third Thursday at 6:30 pm in the Civic Center, from September to May. The next meeting will be on Sept. 6. We would love to see new members!

Meanwhile, for information call Sharon at 250-3155190 or find us on Facebook.

Mine Tours

We invite you to come visit one of Canada’s largest mining operation.

Highland Valley Copper formed in 1986 through merging existing mines in the valley. HVC produces copper and molybendum concentrates through a process involving grinding and flotation. Restorative end land use is an integral part of mining, HVC has a diverse environmental program to guide reclamation planning.

The pursuit of sustainability guides our approach to business.

Our six focus areas - Community, Our People, Water, Energy and Climate Change, Air and Biodiversity.

To learn more about our sustainability goals and our approach to achieve those goals go to www.teck.com/ sustainability.

Free Public Tours Wednesdays Only July through September 2018 Mining Operation Tour Dates August 8 and 15, September 5, 12 and 26.

Reclamation and Historical Land Use Tour Dates July 25, and August 29 Tailings Storage Facility Tour Dates July 18, August 22 and September 19

Tour Details: Starting at 10:00 am ending at 1:00 pm HVC is an industrial setting and appropriate dress code is required. Due to safety regulations, children under the age of 12 are not permitted.

Space is limited Must prebook tours

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ELKS BINGO

Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. Come in for lunch!

NICOLA VALLEY EXPLORERS

The Nicola Valley Explorers Society’s primary aims are to promote hiking cycling, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and other non-motorized trail use in the Nicola Valley. We also work to assist in the develop.m.ent and maintenance of recreational trails. Membership is open to anyone interested in non-motorized outdoor recreation in the Nicola Valley. For more information please contact Terry at 250-378-5190.

MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE

Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: senior exercises 10:00 a.m., cribbage 1:30 p.m. Tuesday: bingo 1 p.m., doors open at 11:00 a.m. bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: carpet bowling 1:30 p.m., court whist 7 p.m., free swim at the pool 9 - 10 a.m. Thursday: floor curling 1 p.m., floor curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m. second and fourth Thursday, 3 - 5 p.m. floor and table shuffleboard.

Friday: rummoli and games 7 p.m. Last Friday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m. Drop-ins are held: 1st and 3rd Mondays, 10 am - 12:30 pm, Friday and Saturday from 10 am - 3 pm where refreshements are served, games are played and we socialize. The seconde Friday of each month at 1:30 pm we have a general meeting. We also have a games room that has a pool table, snooker table, shuffleboard table, a small library consisting of books, puzzles and DVD’s. We have just upgraded our horseshoe pits. This is available anytime the Center is open.

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church

2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church

2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship

in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 • Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

Seventh Day Adventist Church

2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service times: Sundays at 10am (no service on the 5th Sunday)

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (K - Gr. 4) - 10 am

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2451 Spring Bank Ave • 250-378-5603 Worship Service Sunday -10 am • Sunday School -11:10 am Bible Study - 6:45 to 7:45 pm Wednesdays

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Shirley Frances Dorothy George April 30, 1942 - Aug.18, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley George, a long time resident of the Merritt BC area. Shirley passed away peacefully Saturday the 18th of August in her home.

She was predeceased by her father Rasmus, mother Dorothy (Quimby), brother Raymond, and son David. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Cyril, son Christopher (Tammy), daughter Jennifer (Ross), daughter Nicole (Scott), and grandchildren Teanna, Keagan and Gavin, and many more extended family.

Born in 1942 in Vancouver BC, Shirley raised her young family in Surrey BC before retiring to the Merritt area 20 years ago. She spent many years volunteering with Fish and Wildlife as well as the Rod & Gun club, and working as a lunch supervisor at Collettville Elementary School.

Shirley lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Her favourite times were doing anything that involved being with them, from days at the lake, to sitting at home enjoying a family meal. She will be dearly missed. ,Q OLHX RI à RZHUV GRQDWLRQV FDQ EH PDGH WR the Lung Cancer Society in Shirley’s name. www. lungcancercanada.ca/Donate-Now A Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends at her daughter Nicole’s home on September 15, 2018 from 1pm-5pm. 2075 Parker Drive, Merritt BC

MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY Being with people who are dying in conscious and caring ways is of value to them and us.

Their reminiscences and our care contribute to a legacy that enriches our lives.

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North Enderby Timber is looking to hire a full-time Millwright & Labourer.

We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package.

Please email resume: netimber@junction.net SANDMAN INNS RURAL BC recruiting management couples, both fulltime and part-time roles available. Ask us about our great employee perks and accommodation. Apply: sbraid@sandman.ca

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Kitchen Chairs 4 Wooden $250. Inverter Teeter New. $450. 778-212-0708

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FIRST NATIONS SUPPORT WORKER School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for a temporary First Nations Support Worker for Merritt Bench Elementary School for 4 hours per day.

This is a temporary 10-month position (subject to the return of the incumbent) beginning September 4, 2018 to June 27, 2019, excluding Christmas and Spring Breaks, and times when students are not in session.

The successful applicant will be responsible for providing counseling support, communicating with students and parents/ guardians, tutoring, and cultural education.

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Electronic application submissions are accepted at www.sd58.bc.ca {click on Employment, Current Job Postings, (Job Code # 2573670) and follow the prompts}. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until September 12, 2018.

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.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

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MUSIC BEYOND THE BEST! Last but not least: To all my wonderful friends - new & old who come to see, hear & support these incredible 5 star musicians, THEY ARE OUR VERY OWN COUNTRY MUSIC HEROES! They deserve our love!

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Applications are invited for the position of Payroll Clerk I or II with School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt.

This is a temporary maternity leave position (September 24, 2018 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 31, 2019, subject to the return of the incumbent).

Hours will be Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement.

The successful applicant is responsible for payroll and related duties for all school district employees. For a complete listing of the qualifications and job description, please refer to the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website.

Required Licenses, Certificates and Registrations: â&#x20AC;˘ Completion of Grade 12 â&#x20AC;˘ Completion of the 2-year Canadian Payroll Association payroll course or 2 years of the Certified Professional Accountant program â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum three or more years of high level payroll experience The district has a high percentage of First Nations and other multicultural students. Sensitivity to cultural diversities would be an asset.

You can apply on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca, click on the Employment tab, Payroll Clerk I or II (Job Code # 2575963) and follow the prompts provided. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references will be accepted until September 7, 2018. Please forwarded 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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Scwâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;exmx Child and Family Services Society (SCFSS) has been providing child protection and support services to the Nicola Valley (Merritt, B.C.) since 1994.

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Reporting to the Executive Director, the Practice Manager is accountable and responsible for the management and delivery of social services in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Board of Directors. The Practice Manager plans, organizes, directs and controls all prevention, intervention, and delegated social work activities. The Practice Manager will be the lead role in developing, implementing and monitoring a Quality Assurance and Complaints Program for SCFSS. .12:/('*( 6.,//6 $1' $%,/,7,(6 â&#x20AC;˘ In-depth understanding of social, economic, political and historical concerns in Aboriginal communities â&#x20AC;˘ Supervisory/Management training (which may include leadership, personnel and cross-functional training) â&#x20AC;˘ Proactively approaches problem-solving with strong decision-making competence â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills ('8&$7,21 $1' (;3(5,(1&( â&#x20AC;˘ M.S.W., or B.S.W., or B.A. in Child and Youth Care., or M.Ed., Counseling/MA Clinical Psychology â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrated successful leadership working under the Child, Family and Community Services Act, Society Act, First Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service delivery framework and other applicable legislation â&#x20AC;˘ Proven ability to lead and supervise multi-disciplinary teams in a collaborative environment â&#x20AC;˘ Must have, or be eligible for, C6 delegation â&#x20AC;˘ 0LQLPXP RI Ă&#x20AC;YH \HDUV FKLOG SURWHFWLRQ VRFLDO ZRUN DQG at least six months recent management/supervisory experience â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum one-year experience with First Nations families, youth, children, families and Communities â&#x20AC;˘ Have and maintain a valid BC class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and suitable criminal record check

MERRITT Employment Opportunity

VSA Highway Maintenance Ltd. is now accepting applications for Professional Drivers to operate snowplowing equipment & other labor maintenance activities for the 2018 / 2019 winter season. A valid BC Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License, Class 1 or Class 3 is required. VSA provides highway maintenance services in Merritt, Logan Lake, Lytton and surrounding areas.

Resumes including driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstracts may be emailed, mailed, faxed or delivered, and will be accepted until Oct. 5, 2018 Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates will commence work on or about Oct. 22, 2018 Attention: Jay Shumaker VSA Highway Maintenance Ltd. 2925 Pooley Ave. Merritt, BC V1K 1C2

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3499 Voght Street July 16, 2018

2 bedroom in 4 plex. $850 plus utilities 4 bedroom duplex. $1500 plus utilities 3 bedroom duplex. $1100 plus utilities 3 bedroom townhouse. $1000 plus utilities

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RELIEF BUS DRIVER Applications are invited for the position of Relief Bus Driver with School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt, BC.

PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR OFFICE HAS MOVED TO 3499 VOGHT ST. Come pay us a visit!

Successful applicants will be required to have a Class 2 with air or higher license and provide a Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Abstract.

Please feel free to stay in touch with our ofďŹ ce as this may change on a daily basis.

Applications can be dropped off at the School Board office, 1550 Chapman Street, or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Employment/Support Staff, listed under Job Code #2384201 and follow the prompts provided. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references should be forward to:

direct line to the Property Management Department Call for all of your Residential or Commercial Property Management needs!

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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