September 1 2016

SEARCHING FOR A SATELLITE IN THE VALLEY /PAGE 9 merrittherald.com d.com

BEST OF THE BEST COMING TO PRO RODEO /PAGE 13

Nicola Valley’s News Voice Since 1905

bcclassified.com

MERRITT HERALD FREE

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 • MERRITT NEWSPAPERS

INSIDE...

STRIKE AVERTED The Canadian Union of Postal Workers and Canada Post reached a tentative agreement on a new contract for employees.

/ Page 2

RIVERS CLOSED Hot temperatures in the Nicola and Coldwater rivers and Spius Creek have forced the closure of the fishing spots to anglers.

Judges at the annual Nicola Valley Fall Fair will have their hands — and their bellies — full this weekend, as there are around 1600 categories set to be evaluated at the event.

SPECIAL SECTION INSIDE

/ Page 3

FATAL CRASH A collision on the Coquihalla Highway between Merritt and Kamloops left one woman dead and her daughter in hospital.

Cole Wagner/Herald

/ Page 5

For all your landscaping needs call the professionals at

(OT AND -ELTY ON &OCACCIA "READ

dq.ca AT PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS.

Artisan-style basil cheese focaccia bread, thinly sliced steak, Monterey Jack, flame-roasted red & green peppers and onions

tlcpond1@telus.net 250-378-4166

$E7OLF 7AY -ERRITT "# s ^ (UGH !LLAN $R +AMLOOPS s ^ 6ICTORIA 3T +AMLOOPS s ^ 3T .% 3ALMON !RM "# s

2 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS MAIL SERVICE

No postal strike after agreement reached Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Job action has been averted as Canada Post and the union representing more than 50,000 postal employees have reached tentative agreements.

The possibility of a disruption in mail service loomed over negotiations for months, but Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) finally reached a deal in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Talks were extended twice since the weekend, when a deadline expired on a 72-hour job action notice issued last Thursday by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers.

The two sides were in talks nearly around the clock at the request of a special mediator appointed Friday by Federal Labour Minister MaryAnn Mihychuk.

The agreement must still be ratified by majority vote from union members, and the union’s national executive board has recommended accepting the agreements in principle.

Local CUPW president Laura Plummer told the Herald that while she’s not sure of all the details of the agreements at the moment, she’s hopeful they will address issues put forward by union members.

“People are generally happy because the turmoil of the rollercoaster of negotiations [is over], but a lot of people are worried about pay equity. They want us to make sure that that’s been addressed,� Plummer said.

She said employees will receive a 1.5 per cent pay increase as part of the new contract, and there were no rollbacks to items such as pensions and paid time off.

Canada Post said the agreements are in place for a period of two years, rather than the typical four-year contracts negotiated in the past.

However, by the time the contract is ratified, there will be one-year left before the new contract expires. “It’ll be a two-year deal that’s already one year over,� Plummer said, adding that the ratification vote will take a couple months to complete.

The first year of the agreement is retroactive to when the previous agreement expired last January.

The union will be back at the bargaining table with Canada Post next year. “That part’s not our favourite,� Plummer said.

TOP TEN Reasons To

'/ "/7,).' )4Â…3 2%42/ 3(/7/&& 9/52 3+),,3 !4 05",)# "/7,).'

!,, !'%3 !2% 7%,#/-% $/ 9/5 7!.4 4/ 4!+% 9/52 '2!.$-! !.$ 9/52 #(),$ 4/ 0/+%2 .)'(4 7)4( 4(% '593

2%!, ,)&% "/7,).' ,!.%3 )4 "%!43 ,)6).' ). ! 6)245!, 7/2,$ )4 -!9 ./4 '%4 9/5 ! 3)8 0!#+ "54 !4 ,%!34 9/5 #!. $2).+ /.%

0!24)%3 9/5 2%!,,9 7!.4 4/ 4(2/7 !

9%!2 /,$Â…3 0!249 !4 (/-%

2!).).' ./ 02/",%- 3./7).' ./ 02/",%- (%!4 7!6% ./ 02/",%-

0,!9 %!4 $2).+ 0,!9 %!4 $2).+ 7(!4 /4(%2 30/24 ,%43 9/5 $/ 4(!4

$/ 9/5 2%!,,9 7!.4 4/ 30%.$ -/2% &/2 -/6)% 4)#+%43 !.$ !./4(%2 &/2 3.!#+3 !.$ 34),, 4!+% ! #(!.#% 4(!4 4(%9 7/.Â…4 ,)+% 4(% -/6)%

Plummer told the Herald that part of the reason for a short term contract is that CUPW is waiting for the federal government to complete its review of Canada Post. “It’s kind of hard to negotiate when you don’t know what the future holds,� Plummer said.

Back in May, the federal government appointed a four-member independent task force to formally review the Crown corporation’s services, studying a variety of issues such as the continuation of door-to-door delivery.

CUPW said the results of this review are expected to be out in April 2017.

Mihychuk said the new agreements were

reached “voluntarily,� but provided no other details about the deals themselves.

Plummer said the best part of this deal was that it was a negotiated settlement. In 2011, postal workers were legislated back to work after a Conservative bill passed third reading in the House of Commons 158-113 and imposed a four-year contract with some wage increases. “We really wanted a negotiated agreement and we have one,� Plummer said.

A press release from CUPW on Wednesday stated that many issues remain unresolved. —With files from Kamloops This Week

Family Fun Day FREE

Saturday, September 24 Location: Coldwater Band School Gymnasium Registration: 9 am Activities for the whole family through out the day!

Comedian - Matt Billon Keynote speaker - Leslie Williamson

GREAT DOOR PRIZES $400.00 frozen meat package $200.00 gas card Movie passes for family of four Must be present all day for the door prizes

./4().' 3/5.$3 "%44%2 4(!. ! 342)+%

4(% 349,)3( 3(/%3 PUBLIC BOWLING Starts Sept. 9 - Every weekend LEAGUE BOWLING Starts Sept. 12 - Ladies, Mixed & Seniors YOUTH BOWLING Starts Sept. p 19 - Mondays after school

8 lanes of 5 pin FUN!

Merritt 0=E:7<5 13B<@3 1][S O\R :Sb G]c` 4c\ =cb 3\bS`bWO\[S\b T]` bVS 3\bW`S 4O[WZg

250-378-5252 250-936-8384 â&#x20AC;˘ Fully Licensed â&#x20AC;˘ Air Conditione

2076 Coutlee Avenue

d â&#x20AC;˘ Automatic Scoring

Everyone Welcome!

REGISTER YOUR FAMILY ASAP For more information call Journeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Into Tomorrow Transition House 250-378-6170

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 • 3

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS FISHING FILES

Find the Herald online

Hot rivers closed to anglers Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The Coldwater River, Nicola River, and Spius Creek are closed to anglers, due to high temperatures in the water, which endanger an already vulnerable fish population.

Despite the relatively cool, wet summer, a spell of hot weather in August — compounded with other factors — led to a drastic increase in the temperature of the water in these systems, explained Steve Maricle, a senior fisheries biologies with the Ministry of the Environment.

“The temperature in the upper Coldwater, lower Coldwater, and the Nicola have all exceeded 20 degrees,” said Maricle, adding that temperatures reached as high as 26 degrees in the Nicola during the hottest stretch of weather in August.

The closure is set to last until the Ministry lifts the ban but a more permanent restriction on the rivers might still be on the way. Maricle said that the ministry is looking to enact a permanent ban on angling in the systems during August and September each year.

“We’re actually going to move towards an annual closure for the Coldwater, Spius and Nicola for August and September,” said Maricle. “I’ve lived in Kamloops for 45 years — this year has been

one of the coolest years on record.

Even in the face of that, you get ten days of a hot spell, you’ve got conditions that are extreme. It just doesn’t make any sense to keep it open.”

Several species of fish in the Coldwater and particularly the Nicola River are already at dangerously low populations, explained Maricle, adding The Coldwater River is currently classified as “very dry” through the BC Drought Information Portal. Cole that the stress of being yanked Wagner/Herald from the alreadyout on the rivers this time of year, enacting a closure of the fishing warm water could easily kill the Maricle admits that he expects spots every year wastes valuable fish. some push back on an annual clotime when the river is at its most Bull trout and chinook salmon vulnerable. sure of the Coldwater and Nicola make up the majority of the rivers and Spius Creek.

“The real sad thing about it is fish in the river systems during “There’s always a few people that I started this process on the this time of year — fish which that like to get out, and they’ll 23 or 24 of August — because of aren’t supposed to be targeted say ‘Well you’re infringing on the process I have to go through, by anglers in the first place said our right to fish.,’” said Maricle. we’ve left it open for a week and Maricle. Still, those that are fishhalf during the most critical peri- “We always manage on conservaing on the rivers will target the tion first — recreational activity od,” he said. small pools of cooler groundwater opportunity always comes after Establishing a yearly schedule where the fish tend to congregate, when the rivers would be closed conservation… particularly the which means a few anglers can do to anglers would go a long way bull trout in the Nicola, they’re a lot of damage to the fish stocks, to avoiding any delay in closures really a fringe population, they’re said Maricle just hanging on. when temperatures started to But while the ban aims to “To protect them far exceeds ramp up in the water. help in the conservation effort of the rights of anglers going to fish Though he estimates there these species of fish, Maricle said these systems at this time of year.” aren’t a huge number of anglers

WEEKEND FESTIVALS

www.merrittherald.com

Merritt Herald @MerrittHerald

INSIDE Opinion ---------------------- 6-7 Sports ------------------------- 13 Classifieds ------------------- 16

DID YOU PICK UP TUESDAY’S HERALD? Aug. 30 Headlines Available at news stands today.

FINAL EDITIOTUESDAY OF THE HERALDN/PA GE 6

merrittherald .com

Nicola Val ley’s Ne ws

MERRI ON TOPTTOFDRAGSTERS

STANDINGSTHE /PAGE 9 MERRIT T HER RIDE ‘E A LD M CO TUESDAY, AUGU ST 30,

Voice Sin ce

1905

bcclassified.c om

2016 •

MERRITT NEWSPAPER S

WBOY

MISSING PERSON

FREE

Private eye wait RCMP to revie ing on w report

Michael Potestio THE MERRIT T HERALD

A private investigator pearanc e looking into the forward of Merritt man ed a report disapDean to the RCMPMorrison says BCSI Investig began looking ations presiden to review. he’s into the t a month missing Denis Gagnon person case hear backago free of charge about from and “I brought RCMP regardin is now waiting they’re reviewinthem an extreme g his report. to ly long g [it],”Ga Howeve gnon said. report, so to whether r, Gagnon said he couldn’ new evidencor not his investig t comme nt as ation turned Cpl. Dan e. up any Moskal continues to classify uk told the Herald their investig Morriso the RCMP n ation is accepts ongoing as missing, and all with regardsforms of informa . He said the RCMP tion from to ongoing With regards investigations. the public to Morriso n’s disappe the RCMP’s investig Rural Detachm arance, the RCMP ation into and all those ent has received Kamloo Moskal tips are followed tips from the ps public up on, he police don’tuk said that in said. an open disclose informa tion or the much regardininvestigation, g sources results “We wouldn ’t get into of those sources. of we received details, [or] Moskaluk something from confirm said. a certain that Dean individu al,” from the Morrison went missing three years Kamloo Stump Lake ranch ps, there sporadion Oct. 22, 2013.property, south ago of Morriso cally as a contrac He had been working ted painter. on Oct. n was reported 28, and RCMP missing a few days ground conduc search A commu on Oct. 31, but ted an air and later nity-org came 13, 2013 also turned anized ground up empty. search on In his up nothing Nov. ing intervieinvestigation, Gagnon . ws and gathere has been bers of Kamloo conductps Search d volunteers and Stump Lake and memDrones Ranch propert Rescue to scour the age was were used and y once again. reviewed. about five hours of Gagnon said he continu footMorriso n. es to actively look for

Wacey Mar represen r — Gang Ran ting the ch the bronc — won competit riding the Nicola ion at Ranch Rod Valley weekend. eo on the Mor action is e rodeo Merritt nextcoming to with the weekend set for SeptPro Rodeo . 3 and 4.

More online at

merrittherald .com

Perfection

Come

Full Service Butch

and Ànd

in every cut

er Shop • Fresh

us at 2051

Voght

Meat and Deli

St, beh

!

Counter • Comp

ind Kek

uli Caf

é

etitive Prices STORE

HOURS:

Tues-Sa

t 10 am

till 5:30

pm

• Private eye waiting on RCMP Denis Gagnon, the private investigator who is reexamining the disappearance of Dean Morrison, forwarded his leads on the cold case to RCMP.

SPENCE’S BRIDGE

Fall Fair parade set to return The parade has returned for the second year in a row to the Nicola Valley Fall Fair and Pro Rodeo weekend, after a decade on hiatus.

Put on by the Merritt Chamber of Commerce, the parade will feature some 22 floats from a diverse array of participants.

It will take place Saturday, Sept. 3, starting at 11 a.m., leaving from Voght park and making its way along Quilchena The Mamit Lake Hillbillies Staggering Stalks, winners before dispersing on Charters. of the 2004 parade. Herald file photo

Man killed by train identified The BC Coroners Service has identified a man killed by a train in Spence’s Bridge on Aug. 27.

Jonathon Christopher Harris, a 40-year-old man from Kelowna, died after being struck by a passing Via Rail train travelling from Vancouver to Kamloops, a press release from the BC Coroners Service stated on Aug. 29.

The conductor of the train saw Harris walking on the tracks, but could not stop in time nor could Harris get off the tracks in time to prevent the accident.

Harris’ family has been informed of the accident, and the BC Coroners Service and the RCMP continue to investigate the death.

MERRITT FUNERAL CHAPEL

• Councillor looks to the youth City council voted against activating a junior council, but Coun. Diana Norgaard still hopes to involve Merritt’s youth in civic business.

• Moose tracking app now live A government-sponsored moose tracking app has now been launched in the iTunes store, which aims to help inform conservation efforts.

• SPORTS: Merritt drag racers on top of the CMDRA standings A Division of Service Corporation International (Canada) ULC

Taking care of each other is what a community is all about.

Local & Caring. Proudly supporting our community since 1929.

Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri.: 10:00am - 3:00pm • Wednesday 1:00pm - 6:00pm / 2113 Granite Ave., Merritt, BC

On-call 24 Hrs. a day: 250-378-2141 or 1-800-668-3379 • www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com O

4 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

YOU’RE INVITED! to meet with Mayor Menard on September 21 from 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., in the Mayor’s Office at City Hall (second floor), 2185 Voght Street.

City of Merritt

Interested citizens are welcome to stop by, say hello and discuss issues and opportunities for the City, its residents and businesses.

CITY

page

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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • A CPA designation • Four or more years of accounting experience, including two (2) or more years in a municipal environment and one (1) or more years’ experience supervising accounting staff • Experience with Vadim software would be an asset.

• Good interpersonal communications and public relations skills Explore our Community and Lifestyle – “Where urban lifestyles meet outdoor adventure” We are an active community offering hiking, hunting, horseback riding, arts and cultural activities and are the home of a major music festival and more! See that “more” on our website www.merritt.ca The City offers a competitive salary, with a comprehensive benefits package for this senior management position.

Applications will be reviewed commencing September 9, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled.

Please forward resume, cover letter & requests for information to the attention of: Sheila Thiessen, CPA CMA Director of Finance & IT sthiessen@merritt.ca

T TAN R O E IMP TIC NO

PL.

LANGLEY RD.

NICOLA AVE. CHARTERS ST.

JIM ABBOTT

GRANITE AVE.

QUILCHENA AVE.

GARCIA

GRIEG ST.

R ST.

HAMIL TON

N

For more information call 250-315-1050

COUTLEE AVE.

COLDW ATER A VE. RD AVE .

BY ST.

Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or blankets!

CANFO

SANITARY SEWER FLUSHING The City of Merritt Public Works Department would like to remind residents that it is that time of year again for our annual maintenance program for sewer flushing and camera work.

We apologize for any inconvenience and your patience is greatly appreciated. If you have had any problems with your toilet bubbling up in the past it is recommended that you place a towel or saran wrap over your bowl and put the lid down. Also, if you experience any foul smelling odour it is advised that you run a little water through the household’s sinks and bathtubs.

Scheduled to begin on Aug. 8 and run until about Sept. 16 approximately.

Sector 3

ADDITIONAL WATERING RESTRICTIONS

TED C I TR

RES

Thursday, Sept. 1 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Rotary Park

CLEAS

We are looking for a natural leader who: • has demonstrated integrity, ethics, the organization’s values, confidentiality and professionalism in their work in the public and political environment • is engaging and comfortable working with the public and fellow staff members • has strong technical and analytical skills • enjoys the detail of municipal administration, but doesn’t get mired in it • deals with issues on a timely basis • has the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and successfully meet challenges

Music In The Park

SPRING ST.

The position reports to the Director of Finance & IT. In addition to overseeing the daily operations of the finance department, this position also performs the role of Tax Collector.

There will be two temporary road closures for the Rodeo Fall Fair Parade Saturday, Sept. 3 - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Route: See attached map & Saturday, Sept. 3 - 9:00 am - noon Route: Canford Street (Voght Park entrance) to Main Street and Quilchena Avenue to Charters Street

WILSO N ST.

The City of Merritt is looking for a designated finance professional (CPA) to fill the role of Financial Services Manager.

Merritt is located in the Nicola Valley in South Central British Columbia adjacent to major transportation routes.

Forestry, agriculture and tourism are major economic drivers.

The improvement of Hydro electrical supply has enhanced opportunities for industrial and manufacturing growth.

E E R F

ST.

A great career opportunity!

Temporary Road Closures

MAIN

FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGER

Additional expanded watering restrictions are now in effect until September 30th or further notice.

WATERING IS ONLY PERMITTED during the following days and times (and this includes soaker hoses):

Basic Sprinklers

6 am - 8 am & 7 pm - 10 pm EVEN ADDRESS: Monday & Friday ODD ADDRESS: Tuesday & Saturday THERE IS NO WATERING

Automatic Sprinklers

Midnight am to 4 am EVEN ADDRESS: Monday & Friday ODD ADDRESS: Tuesday & Saturday

ON WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, and SUNDAY!

Sprinkling violations will result in a $50 fine for each offense.

2185 Voght Street, Box 189, Merritt, BC, V1K1B8 | Phone 250-378-4224 | Fax: 250-378-2600 | email: info@merritt.ca | www.merritt.ca

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 • 5

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

I am here to help make advertising work for you!

POLICE FILES

RCMP officers chase ambulance to Hope Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

A decommissioned ambulance, stolen from a BC Hydro substation in Logan Lake earlier this month, was spotted by police on Sunday, Aug. 28.

On Sunday, officers from the Logan Lake and Merritt RCMP detachments responded to a call regarding two suspicious vehicles near the Highland Valley Copper mine. As the Merritt RCMP were en route to the scene, they encountered the two vehicles on the road — a Ford pickup truck, and the stolen ambulance, explained Cpl. Brian Washbrook of the Logan Lake RCMP. “When we got there, the pickup truck and the decommissioned ambulance that had been stolen a week prior, had departed. They were on Highway 97C coming up towards Merritt,” explained Washbrook.

When the Merritt officers attempted to pull over the vehicles, the pickup truck stopped, but the ambulance kept on going, added Washbrook. Merritt RCMP pursued the vehicle until it reached Hope, at which point police abandoned the chase.

“It was last seen in the Hope detachment area, but they were also unable to stop it, so we don’t know where it is at this point,” said Washbrook, adding that the plates on the vehicle spotted on Sunday matched the plates of the vehicle stolen from the substation earlier in the month.

The driver of the pickup truck was arrested and held for investigation, but was ultimately released without charges.

“At this point we can’t prove he was involved [with the initial ambulance theft],” said Washbrook.

Washbrook added that copper wire might also have been stolen from Highland Valley Copper. Almost a kilometre of wire was stolen from the substation where the ambulance was initially taken.

Crash proves fatal on Coquihalla A crash on Highway 5 between Kamloops and Merritt left one woman dead and her daughter in hospital on Wednesday morning.

Merritt RCMP, BC Ambulance and Merritt Fire Rescue responded to the two vehicle accident in the early morning of Aug. 30, near the Helmer brake check. A commercial truck heading south on Highway 5 collided with a Suzuki Swift with two occupants inside — a 47-year-old woman from the Nicola Valley, and her daughter. The daughter was transported to hospital in Merritt with non-life threatening injuries, but the 47-year-old woman died at the scene of the accident. According to a press release from Central Interior Traffic Services, the woman was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.

Central Interior Traffic Services and the South East District Integrated Collision Analyst Section continue to investigate the circumstances and cause of the crash, stated the press release.

Man arrested on Voght Street An Edmonton man faces charges of possession of stolen property, along with a heap of traffic violations, after he was arrested by Merritt RCMP Monday evening.

The 42-year-old man was arrested after an anonymous caller told police the man was trying to sell marijuana on DeWolf Way, explained Const. Tracy Dunsmore with the Merritt RCMP. Police caught up with the man as he drove down Voght Street with his headlights off, said Dunsmore.

“He was a prohibited driver across Canada, and upon further investigation, the license plates on the vehicle were stolen, the vehicle had no insurance, and he was under the influence of drugs,” said Dunsmore.

No drugs were found in the vehicle, Dunsmore added.

The man was set to be in court on Tuesday.

Call or email Michele at:

250-378-4241

sales2@merrittherald.com

MERRITT HERALD

We’re Back!

NICOLA VALLEY SKATING CLUB is excited to be up and running again!

THIS FALL AND WINTER WE ARE OFFERING THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: PRE-CAN SKATE – For those Skaters that have never skated before, for those who can barely stand up, and for those who can move just a little on the ice.

CANSKATE – For those Skaters who have been in Canskate before, for those who can take some steps, and for those who can stand up.

JR STAR SKATE (formerly known as Jr Academy) – For those Skaters who have passed at least 4 stages of Canskate, for those who have been in Jr Star Skate previously, or for those invited by the coach.

STAR SKATE – For those Skaters that have passed from Jr Star Skate, for those who know the basics of jumps and spins, for those who have competed before, for those who have had a solo, or for those invited by the coach.

DATES & TIMES FOR PROGRAMS TUESDAYS - Shulus Arena - Merritt 3:20 – 3:50 pm Pre Canskate 3:20 – 4:05 pm Canskate 4:05 – 4:50 pm Jr Star Skate 4:15-5:15 pm Star Skate

WEDNESDAYS Nicola Valley Memorial Arena 3:30 – 4:15 pm Pre Canskate/Canskate FRIDAYS - Shulus Arena – Merritt 3:15 – 4:05 pm Jr Star Skate 3:55 – 5:15 pm Star Skate

I you are unsure what program your child should If enroll in, we will have evaluations done by the Head e C Coach at the beginning of the season. All programs ffollow the rules and guidelines of Skate Canada and a are taught by NCCP accredited coaches.

REGISTRATION DATES Saturday, September 10 & 17, 2016 from 11:00am – 2:00pm Wednesday, September 14, 2016 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm at Canadian Tire in Merritt, BC Wednesday, September 7 2016 from 4:30pm – 6:30pm Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 11:00am – 2:00pm at the Logan Lake Arena

s! u n i o j d n a t u o Come

If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Registrar at carlarideout@hotmail.com Or our Head Coach at highlanddevelopmentcamp@gmail.com or skatinginthevalley49@gmail.com

6 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

The roots of ‘homeless’ Victoria’s infamous “tent city” has been evacuated, as others have before it around B.C., with more than the usual TOM FLETCHER ongoing pub- B.C. lic pain and VIEWS expense.

The showers, toilets and privacy fencing have been hauled away after serving through spring and summer of the 10-month occupation of Crown land beside the downtown courthouse.

Mayor Lisa Helps said she wasn’t around there much, but her main regret was that these services hadn’t been provided sooner, although feces and needles continued to litter the area after they were installed.

As the campers’ daily quarrels subsided, a couple of parting gifts were left for the neighbourhood. A pulse of rats spread out from large nests that had formed under the stolen or donated lumber that had covered most of the filthy lot.

What used to be a pretty little park is now a bare wasteland, dead or dying ornamental trees and shrubs removed, topsoil scraped away and the remaining large trees monitored behind steel fencing to see if they will survive.

The self-styled housing activists who bused in protesters to the site returned to Metro Vancouver, setting up a similarly media-handy squat in the Downtown Eastside and occupying a condemned apartment block in Burnaby. As they offered the usual Marxist remedies via banners and bullhorns, a long-running street-side drug camp in North Surrey also came to the attention of the Vancouver media.

It is assumed by many that the flood of campers is locally grown, although most of the specific evidence

See ‘HOUSING’ Page 7

Publisher Theresa Arnold publisher@ merrittherald.com

Fall marks the start of hunting season OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN Today, Sept. 1, is the official start of the fall hunting season in our — and some other — regions of the province. Until Sept. 9, when the general open season starts, only bowhunters can go out hunting. Having missed the spring season this year due to house and property improvement tasks, I am really looking forward to spending some time with my compound bow and crossbow in pursuit of mule and whitetail deer during the early part of the hunting season.

There are a few changes this year to the regulations for the

Sales Associate Michele Siddall sales2@ merrittherald.com

Thompson region (Hunting Region 3). Bag limits of whitetail deer have been increased to two of either sex. The operation of all motor vehicles, excluding snow mobiles, has been prohibited anywhere over 1,700 meters above sea level, except on existing roads and designated trails.

Hunting for sharptailed grouse is partially closed in management unit 3-30. Other changes to the hunting season are the dates for moose and other wildlife in certain management units of our region. Make sure you read and understand the regulation changes before you head out on a hunting trip in any particular management unit or to a different region. Fines for violations can be very steep and depending on the case, carry jail sentences and prohibition from hunting from one to several years.

The bulk of my hunting time this year will be spent with my younger brother who will be visiting us from Switzerland for

Editor Cole Wagner newsroom@ merrittherald.com

MERRITT HERALD 2090 G

three weeks. While I accepted the fact that I lost my twin brother earlier this year, two days after our birthday, I would be lying to say that I am fully recovered from this loss. More than that though, my brother’s passing made me realize that we all live on borrowed time and should spend more time with our family and friends. In this regard I look forward to spending more time with my wife and brother. There will be more fishing, more hunting and hiking together in our beautiful province than in previous years. It is these times that bring us memories that we will fondly remember for many years to come.

Most hunters have a “bucket list” of hunts they would like to go on. My bucket list is not very big or ambitious. I don’t dream of some exotic hunt in a foreign land. Mine includes a hunt for mountain caribou, a moose hunt in the northern tundra of our province and an elk hunt some-

Reporter Michael Potestio reporter@ merrittherald.com

RANITE AVE., PO BOX 9, MERRITT, B.C. PHONE (250) 378-4241

Sports writer Ian Webster sports@ merrittherald.com

where in the Kootenays or Peace region.

I am hoping that I will be able to go on these hunts by next year and of course would like if my brother could join me in this endeavour. The planning for these hunts and information gathering has already begun.

To this day I’ve never forgotten how fortunate I am to share my outdoor passion with my wife Heidi and my brothers. There is no better way to enjoy the outdoor activities than with your spouse and family. With this in mind, I wish you all a safe and enjoyable start of a new hunting season during which you hopefully will make many great memories with your family and friends that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Othmar Vohringer lives in the Nicola Valley. He is an animal behaviourist and outdoor writer for hunting magazines in Canada and the U.S. www.othmarvohringer.com.

Office manager Ken Couture classifieds@ merrittherald.com

FAX (250) 378-6818

Copyright subsists in all display advertising in this edition of the Merritt Herald. Permission to reproduce in any form, must be obtained in writing from the publisher. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities.

This Merritt Herald is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please contact newsroom@merrittherald.com or call (250) 378-4241. If you are not satisfied with the response and wish to file a formal complaint, visit the web site at www.mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163 for additional information.

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 • 7

www.merrittherald.com

OPINION YOUR COMMENTS

Speak up You can comment on any story you read @ merrittherald.com

A selection of comments on Herald stories, culled online

?

RE: WILD MCLEAN BOYS WERE ORIGINAL OUTLAWS (Aug. 25) It’s always interesting to hear the story of my ancestors retold from time to time. Your paper did an excellent job several months ago on the successful search for Pvt. George McLean’s gravesite, and the Clan McLean is working with various family members, Upper Nicola Band and the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives to honor him further. (Mel Rothenburger, author of The Wild McLeans) — posted by “Mel Rothenburger” on Aug. 26

HERALD QUESTION OF THE WEEK

RE: WILD MCLEAN BOYS WERE ORIGINAL OUTLAWS (Aug. 25) It can’t be said there was only “one” bright spot to this tale. Many McLean descendants worked hard over generations to overcome a tragic family legacy, and live on, making valuable contributions to modern society.

— posted by “Lynne Jorgesen” on Aug. 26

To vote, go online to merrittherald.com

Did rainy weather affect your summer bucket list?

RE: THIEVES CAUGHT IN COQUIHALLA CATTLE CORAL CAPER (Aug. 25) Should make the thieves mend the corrals, and pay for the materials to do it. Community service!

— posted by “Becky” on Aug. 26

PREVIOUS QUESTION

RE: DIFFICULT DECISIONS TO BE MADE AT CENTS’ CAMP (Aug. 23)

What did you think of Canada’s performance at the 2016 Summer Olympics?

Merritt has a lot of awesome players. The Cents should recruit some home grown talent and watch the building fill up!

— posted by “Brenda Collins” on Aug. 25

Housing not the same as treatment From Page 6 I see is to the contrary: drifters from less welcoming parts of B.C. as well as Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec that I have been able to identify.

They are assumed to suffer from “mental health and addictions,” as B.C. housing czar Rich Coleman habitually describes the condition. The province plans to provide residence and treatment for about 200 people at the former Riverview Hospital in Coquitlam, although half of that project will replace existing adult and youth facilities in Burnaby.

Victoria, by my count, now has around 800 existing or planned “transitional housing” or shelter units. So many buzzwords are used it’s difficult to establish categories, but most of the hundreds of new rooms appear to be modern equivalents of the “singleroom occupancy” slums of the Downtown Eastside — containment rather than treatment for this alleged epidemic of “mental health.”

My summer reading included an unusually frank discussion A passer-by looks at what’s left after the evacuation of a 10-month tent camp in downtown Victoria. Tom Fletcher/ of this world-wide cultural problem, written by British psychiaBlack Press trist Theodore Dalrymple. Life at the Bottom: The Worldview that Makes the Underclass was published in 2001 and chronicles nary step to abandoning her and their shared child. The so-called sexual revoluhis experience working in a hospital and prison that serve the rougher part of tion led not only to a rise in neglected children, but also an escalation of abuse London. It stands up well today and seems to have anticipated the urban subof poor women that he has to treat. culture we now see in Canada.

Dalrymple reserves a special scorn for the mass media obsession with injusHe quotes a still-popular Pink Floyd song to describe the culture that has tice in the most just society ever created, and the notion that poverty causes replaced the discipline of family, religion and work among the lower classes. crime.

“We don’t need no education/We don’t need no thought control” is now read I’ll discuss that in a future column. as a sort of gospel.

Street drugs are the preferred method of escaping the supposed thought Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@ control of orderly society. Getting a tattoo of one’s girlfriend’s name is a prelimi- blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Can you believe it, our owners will have to treat us!

LOTS TO CHOOSE FROM Clothing, food, treats, toys etc.

Amazing: 57% (8) Did about as well as expected: 21% (3) Could have done better: 7% (1) Don’t care: 2% (2)

LETTERS POLICY The Merritt Herald welcomes your letters, on any subject, addressed to the editor.

Letters must be signed and include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes.

Letters may be edited for length, taste and clarity. Please keep letters to 300 words or less.

Email letters to: newsroom@ merrittherald. com.

Buy one get one

FREE items!

PET SUPPLIES

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am - 5p 5pm • Sat: 12 - 3 pm • 2144 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, B.C. 250-378-8828

8 â&#x20AC;˘ THURSDAY, September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

CONTAIN-IT STORAGE

tacctt onta Con us ttooddaayy!! us

BOARD FLEA MARKET Lower Nicola Summer Nights Flea Market. Vendors, concession, playground, a and entertainment. Aug. 25, Sept, 8 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Smith Pioneer Park. Interested vendor or entertainer contact on Facebook or call 250571-3470.

WANT TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF CHILDREN? Volunteer and help build skills and confidence in young readers. Literacy Merritt and Nicola Valley Society is seeking French and English speaking volunteers for the One to One childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literacy program in local elementary schools. Volunteer 1.5 hrs/wk for 12 wks. 2016-17 sessions run Oct. to Feb. and Feb. to May. Attend a 2-3 hr training session and school orientation early Oct. Contact Kelly Reid, Literacy Outreach Coordinator at literacymerritt@gmail.com or call 250-378-7844.

NICOLA VALLEY EXPLORERS The Nicola Valley Explorers Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 development 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.

The Living with Loss drop-in support group will be meeting the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 2025 Granite Avenue, Room 12. 250280-4040.

Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:30 a.m. to noon, 2164 Quilchena Avenue. All Elders welcome â&#x20AC;&#x201D; just come out and visit! For information call 250-378-5107.

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

MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE

N.V. FARMERS MARKET

Anyone interested in playing Pickleball, or just trying it out, please come to the Central Park Sports Box on Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 8:30 a.m. until noon or Tuesday/Thursday from 6:30 p.m. until dusk to give it a try. Demo paddles are available for use. An easy sport to play and great fun and exercise. For more information call Brian at 250-378-7452.

Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZ 4DIPPM 4VOEBZ B N

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship JO 4U .JDIBFMhT "OHMJDBO )BMM t 4FSWJDF 5JNF SE 4VOEBZ FBDI NPOUI Q N

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church .BYXFMM 4U t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZT B N

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Seventh Day Adventist Church (SBOJUF "WF t #JCMF 4UVEZ t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4BUVSEBZT B N

St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church $IBQNBO 4U t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZT B N

Trinity United Church $PSOFS PG 2VJMDIFOB $IBQNBO t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZ 4DIPPM BHF ZST BN

HELP US REACH OUR GOAL Would you like to see a community performing arts theatre in Merritt, then the Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society can use your help!

Join the N.V. Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. In parking lot beside Baillie House from May 21 to Oct 8. Locally grown and handmade items. For more information phone Jean Arnason, market manager 250-378-6256

NICOLA VALLEY CRUISERS CAR CLUB Are you interested in cars, cruising and joining in activities related to cars? Nicola Valley Cruisers car club would welcome you as a member. Meetings are monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at the Ramada at 7:00 p.m. For mor info call Russ or Charlotte at 250-378-2290 .

Do you want to list your event? Let us know! Call 250-378-4241 or email publisher@merrittherald.com Deadlines for submissions is noon on Friday prior to publication

If you would like to help donate to this wonderful cause please make cheque payable to Nicola Valley Community Theatre Society and mail it to: 1952 Eastwood Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1K3

For more information call Rich Hodson 250-378-6794

7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Sept. 1 2016 - Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016 Thurs. Sept. 1

Fri. Sept. 2

Sat. Sept. 3

Sale of New and Used storage containers

7PHIU 4U t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZT B N

CONAYT ELDERS DROP IN CENTRE

MESSY CHURCH

MERRITT PICKLEBALL

Secured

Q

Crossroads Community Church

LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

The Nicola Valley Film Society presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love And Friendshipâ&#x20AC;? Rated G on Monday, Sept.19 at 7:00 p.m. at the NVIT Lecture Theatre. Season Tickets are available at this screening. For more information phone 250378-3974.

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

On-site rentals

Q

$PSOFS PG +BDLTPO #MBJS t Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: senior exercises 1:30 p.m., cribbage and whist 2:30 p.m. Tuesday: bingo 1 p.m., doors open at 10:30 a.m. duplicate bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: carpet bowling 1:30 p.m., court whist 7 p.m. Thursday: floor curling 1 p.m., floor curling (physically challenged) 10 a.m. second and fourth Thursday.

Friday: rummoli and games 7 p.m. Last Saturday of the month: pot luck supper 5:30 p.m. for more information phone 250-378-4407.

LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP

Q

THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU

The community sessions are held at 1:30 pm, second Wednesday of most months. Trinity United Church Hall located on the corner of Quilchena Ave and Chapman St. The focus is to support those dealing with any of the many forms of lung disease, asthma, emphysema, COPD, sleep apnea. Join guest speaker Barb Vermassen on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 1:30 to talk about sleep apnea: Description, symptoms, referral process and treatment options. Contact Richie Gage, 250-378-6266 for information and to be placed on the monthly program mailing list.

Come down Friday, Sept. 23 to Sunday, Sept. 25 to enjoy the Loggers Sports Show being held in Cental Park. This is a free event to attend with part proceeds going to Autism BC. We have some fantastic entertainment and famous world known people attending so be sure not to miss this amazing event.

For more information you can contact Jim Beckett at merrittevents@hotmail.com or Etelka Gillespie at the Merritt Chamber of Commerce at manager@merrittchamber.com.

Approved mini-storage

1750 1 17 7 Hill Street Q Phone: 250-315-3000

NICOLA VALLEY BREATHERS

LOGGERS SPORTS SHOW

Contents are insurable

Q

Sun. Sept. 4

Mon. Sept. 5

Tue. Sept. 6

Wed. Sept. 7

Sunny

Sunny

Sunny

Sunny

Mainly Sunny

Sunny

Sunny

High: 18Ë&#x161;C Low: 9Ë&#x161;C

High: 17Ë&#x161;C Low: 8Ë&#x161;C

High: 18Ë&#x161;C Low: 7Ë&#x161;C

High: 18Ë&#x161;C Low: 7Ë&#x161;C

High: 19Ë&#x161;C Low: 9Ë&#x161;C

High: 17Ë&#x161;C Low: 9Ë&#x161;C

High: 16Ë&#x161;C Low: 9Ë&#x161;C

Stain Glass by

Almerina Rizzardo

â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

STAIN GLASS SUN CATCHERS NIGHT LIGHTS PICTURE FRAMES

Available at Creative Company 2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ 9

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS LOST BALLOON

Simon Fraser students search for payload The balloon was carrying an early prototype of hardware the club will incorporate into future A team of students from designs for cube satellites. Cube Simon Fraser University are callsatellites, or CubeSats, are very ing on people in small satelthe Nicola Valley to lites, which keep an eye out for a are often downed weather balabout the loon in the area. size of a Jordan Lui, one loaf of of the members of bread. the SFU Satellite The Design Club, small size launched a weather and lower balloon along with technical his other club memcomplexbers on Aug. 23. ity of The club tracked the CubeSats movements of the lowers the balloon remotely, barrier to observing itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last entry for known location to small orgabe somewhere north The missing payload (in red tape) has con- nizations, west of Merritt, said tact information for the SFU club inside. school Lui. teams and The club set out to search for small countries to get into space the balloon, but after two hikes, research, explained Lui. returned home â&#x20AC;&#x153;without payItâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of a new movement load but still with high spirits,â&#x20AC;? called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Democratization of explained Lui. Space,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Deliver newspapers and start to . . .

Despite not locating their payload, Lui said the club learned lots about how to plan, deliver and integrate a high altitude balloon â&#x20AC;&#x201D; tips which might help the club as they prepare their main entry in the Canadian Satellite Design Challenge.â&#x20AC;?

A relatively new club, the SFUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s satellite design club was formed in January 2016, and consists of 40 undergraduate and graduate students across a number of faculties. The team is currently preparing for the Canadian Satellite Design Challenge. The winning entry in the competition will have the chance to fly in space â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a lofty goal, quite literally.

(Above) The SFU satellite design club poses ahead of the launch. (Below) Members of the club on one of their fruitless searches for the balloon. Photos courtesy of Jordan Lui.

EARN EXTRA CASH

7% .%%$ #!22)%23 ). 4(%3% !2%!3

2OUTE #LAPPERTON #OLDWATER $OUGLAS (OUSTON 0RIEST PAPERS 2OUTE "LAIR #LAPPERTON #OLDWATER (OUSTON -AY /RME 0RIEST PAPERS 2OUTE ST #HAPMAN #LEASBY &AIRWAY ,ANGLEY -ERRITT .ICOLA PAPERS 2OUTE #OUTLEE $OUGLAS 'RANITE (OUSTON *ACKSON ,AUDER

-ARIAN .ICOLA 1UILCHENA PAPERS 2OUTE $OUGLAS 'RANITE PAPERS 2OUTE #OLDWATER #OWAN (ILTON -C&ARLANE 0ONDEROSA

0OOLEY 3UNSET 4HORPE 7ILCOX PAPERS

s ! mEXIBLE SCHEDULE s ! GREAT WAY TO LOSE WEIGHT AND GET INTO SHAPE s ! GREAT WAY TO SUPPLEMENT YOUR INCOME s 'REAT lRST JOB EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO TEACH CHILDREN THE LIFE SKILLS FOR SUCCESS Consider being a carrier for the Merritt Herald.

You will earn extra money delivering an award winning community newspaper once a week to the homes in your neighbourhood.

If anyone in your family is interested in being a paper carrier, call Ken at

250-378-4241

10 â&#x20AC;˘ THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

PROVINCIAL NEWS BACK TO SCHOOL

Enrollment up in B.C. Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

Students will be returning to class next week in most of B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public schools, with enrolment expected to be up province-wide for the second year running.

Education Minister Mike Bernier says early forecasts show about 529,000 students, an increase of 2,900 from last year. But that increase is centred on fast-growing school districts, while many rural areas continue to struggle with declining student numbers.

Among changes that parents and students will see this Students return to public school next week, with changes to curriculum and some provincial exams. Photo courtesy of Black Press year is a new curriculum in place up to Grade 9, with a The ministry provided a series of top-ups test year for changes in the senior grades. Bernier to education funding this year, for bus service said the new emphasis on collaboration and comand to keep selected rural schools from closing. munication skills does not mean a watering down Applications are still being taken for a transportaof the basic skills, and is designed to improve stution fund until Sept. 30, requiring districts to drop dentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to work at modern jobs. across-the-board school bus fees to qualify.

Report cards are to continue this school year, Districts may still charge transportation fees but the ministry is reviewing its system with an eye for international students or those from outside a to providing more frequent updates. Parents are school catchment area. being consulted on the changes, Bernier said.

NDP leader John Horgan highlighted the Foundation Skills Assessment tests in grades crowding in Surrey school district, where 7,000 four and seven are also continuing after years of students remain in portables despite an expansion protests from teacher unions, but that program program. The NDP says the B.C. governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is also being examined for possible changes. FSA claim of record per-student funding ignores a tests will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;enhancedâ&#x20AC;? but not eliminated, reduction of education funding as a share of the Bernier said. provincial economy.

Provincial exams continue for graduates in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since 2001, the B.C. Liberals have dragged math and English, but science and social studies public education funding in this province from will now be assessed at a classroom level rather the second best in Canada to the second worst,â&#x20AC;? than province-wide tests, Bernier said.

Horgan said.

PREVENT THEFTS FROM YOUR MOTOR VEHICLE Here a few helpful hints to help prevent motor vehilcle break-ins: 1 Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave purses or valuables inside vehicles overnight.

2 Lock vehicles when exiting, make it a habit.

3 If leaving valuables in a vehicle; hide from sight.

4 Park in a well lit area.

5 Report any thefts, damage or suspicious persons to police

This message brought to you by

STOP BY AND SEE OUR NEW SELECTION OF

beachcomber HOT TUBS

COPPER VALLEY MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS LTD. 2151 Coutlee Ave., Merritt

250-378-5104

Physiotherapy Services in Merritt 2?ACMN?L?> 0BSMCINB?L;JCMN 3?LPC=?M /@@?L?> â&#x20AC;˘ Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) for Chronic Pain

This is a dry needling technique using acupuncture type needles to treat tight, shortened, and tensed-up muscle bands (contraction band), which can contribute to abnormal functioning of the nervous system and lead to chronic pain.

Example: neck, back, shoulder & hip pain issues, sciatica, rotator cuff problems, knee/thigh pain, tension headaches, plantar fasciatis, shin splints, & tendo achilles pain.

Fix-it funding on the way

Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an outdated heating boiler left in any B.C. school, Education Minister Mike Bernier is going to fix it.

Bernier announced Wednesday the latest of what heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s now calling â&#x20AC;&#x153;school enhancementâ&#x20AC;? funds for B.C. public schools. This one is $20 million, with a deadline for school districts to apply for projects that must be complete Education Minister Mike Bernier and Premier Christy Clark announce new education funding, June 2016. Photo courtesy of Black Press by next March.

Districts can resubmit charging for bus service, a fund for schools have been targeted applications that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make it to keep designated rural schools since 2012, when the B.C. in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;fix-itâ&#x20AC;? fund announced open, and the return of $25 Liberal government began setin May, which grew from $40 ting aside $5 million a year from million in â&#x20AC;&#x153;administrative savmillion to $45 million as sucingsâ&#x20AC;? that the education ministry a carbon tax charged to school cessful projects were announced. districts in a dedicated fund to required for the last two years.

Replacement flooring is now The fix-it fund is in addition reduce fuel use. eligible, in addition to plumbto the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual minisBernier and Premier Christy ing, heating, roof replacement, try budget, which includes $1.7 Clark have rolled out a series of windows, lighting and electrical education funding top-ups since billion over three years for new upgrades. schools and major projects such June, including a transportaEnergy efficiency upgrades as seismic upgrades. tion fund to keep districts from

Trigger point complex

/PSNBM mCFST

5BVU CBOE /PEVMF $POUSBDUJPO LOPU

Other Services: Ultrasound Therapy â&#x20AC;˘ Manual Therapy â&#x20AC;˘ Exercise Therapy Post-Surgical or Post-Fracture Rehabilitation â&#x20AC;˘ Sports Injuries

To Book Your Appointment with

Robinder â&#x20AC;&#x153;Robinâ&#x20AC;? Gill, BPT, MPT-Australia

Ph or text: (250) 318-2018 www.northkamloopsphysiotherapy.com

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 • 11

www.merrittherald.com

REAL ESTATE REVIEW

www.facebook.com/rlpmerritt

Helping you is what we do.™ M E R R I T T

Phone: 250-378-6181

Holly Tilstra Property Manager

www.pinterest.com/rlpmerritt

1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184

SALES TEAM

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Lynda Etchart Property Manager

www.twitter.com/rlpmerritt

Independently owned and operated

Claudette Edenoste Broker/Owner

Crystal Chandler Assistant

Property Management Team: 250-378-1996 Email: proplepage@gmail.com

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

John Isaac Broker

250-280-0689

250-315-5178

250-378-1586

claudetteedenoste@ royallepage.ca

kbonneteau@telus.net

johnisaac@telus.net

Debra Schindler Personal Real Estate Corp.

Melody Simon Sales Rep

250-315-8539

250-315-3548

melodydsimon@ hotmail.com

debbieschindler2@gmail.com

Connecting your listings to buyers and sellers world wide. www.royallepagemerritt.com

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

21-1749 MENZIES STREET 1413 COLDWATER AVENUE 2652 PRIEST AVENUE MLS# 133807 MLS# 133421 $249,900 $ 205,000 MLS# 135199 $258,900

CE

PRI W E N

6681 MONCK PARK MLS# 131295 $119,000

CE

SOLD

PRI W E N

3008 PONDEROSA AVENUE MLS# 130825 $189,000

NEW

2664 QUILCHENA AVENUE $219,900 MLS# 133846

ING

LIST NEW

CE

PRI W E N

2325 REID AVENUE 1730 HILL STREET DL588 HIGHWAY 5A 2000 BIRCH AVENUE $299,900 MLS# 135021 $130,000 MLS# 136750 $139,000 MLS# 136675 $184,900 MLS# 136702

CE

PRI W E N

ING

LIST W E N

CE

PRI

34-1901 MAXWELL AVENUE 2930 MCLEAN PLACE MLS# 127816 MLS# 135511 $329,000 $285,000

2202 CLEASBY STREET 1425 CANFORD AVENUE MLS# 135558 $174,900 $245,000 MLS# 136104

CHECK OUT OUR LISTINGS ONLINE: WWW.REALTOR.CA AND SEARCH BY MLS# MLS # House # STREET

PRICE

Merritt up to $200,000 132911 76-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132252 35-254 HIGHWAY 8 134794 61-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132046 71-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133031 2302 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 135761 1138 HOUSTON STREET 130290 17-2760 VOGHT STREET 133848 1876 COLDWATER AVENUE 134983 4-2760 VOGHT STREET 132724 1982-84 2ND AVENUE 131450 #5-2760 VOGHT STREET 133626 443 MORGAN AVENUE LN 136024 1320 VOGHT STREET 133041 2326 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133662 206-1701 MENZIES STREET 131538 104-2799 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132661 203-1701 MENZIES STREET 133851 2651 JACKSON AVENUE 134773 2599 COLDWATER AVENUE 136104 1425 CANFORD AVENUE 131428 2501 JACKSON AVENUE 130825 3008 PONDEROSA AVENUE 136579 10-1717 GRANITE AVENUE 132416 1960 HILL STREET 135853 1626 HOUSTON STREET SOLD 134860 2552 CORKLE STREET Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 133972 1701 ORME STREET 133629 1751 GRANITE AVENUE 133846 2664 QUILCHENA AVENUE 136473 1602 CANFORD AVENUE 134544 2556 CORKLE STREET 135332 1890 QUILCHENA AVENUE 135558 2202 CLEASBY STREET 136193 2464 JACKSON AVENUE 134248 2113 BLACKWELL AVENUE NEW PRICE 136052 2614 COLDWATER AVENUE 134789 2571 COLDWATER AVENUE 134075 2741 CRANNA CRESCENT 132638 1599 COLDWATER AVENUE 136578 2102 MAMETTE AVE 133309 2621 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133012 1720 HILL STREET 130128 419 DODDING AVENUE 136534 458 DODDING AVENUE 135511 34-1901 MAXWELL AVE Merritt $300,000+ 136535 1364 VOGHT STREET 131637 2950 MCLEAN PLACE 136483 1973 SAGE PLACE 135175 1376 DOUGLAS STREET 135158 1630 BANN STREET 127816 2930 MCLEAN PLACE 135767 1563 COLDWATER AVENUE 136557 3051 HILTON DRIVE 131067 2326 GARCIA STREET 134753 3350 PANORAMA PLACE 136388 2201-2237 NICOLA AVENUE 133925 2465 PAIGE STREET LN

42,500 58,000 79,950 84,500 89,500 109,900 135,000 135,000 145,000 145,900 146,900 149,000 149,900 150,000 155,000 159,000 159,000 165,000 170,000 174,900 178,000 189,000 189,000 195,000 195,800 199,000 205,000 219,000 219,900 225,000 234,900 245,000 245,000 245,000 245,000 247,500 249,000 249,900 258,000 259,900 269,000 269,700 279,000 279,000 285,000 310,000 315,000 324,500 325,000 328,000 329,900 329,900 353,000 358,000 415,000 418,700 419,000

MLS #

House # STREET

PRICE

Merritt $300,000+ 136103 357 TURNER AVENUE 135092 1849 PINERIDGE DRIVE 135113 3358 PANORAMA PLACE 135151 1502 RIVER STREET 136010 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 132647 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD Homes on Acreage 136008 453+461 WILD ROSE DRIVE 136347 2564 KINVIG STREET 136131 381 WILD ROSE DRIVE 136354 2545 ABERDEEN ROAD 132178 4960 STEFFENS ROAD 135991 1837 NICOLLS ROAD 136184 2521 KINVIG STREET 132182 DL3520 MILL CREEK ROAD 134236 5929 BEECH ROAD 135809 1444 LOON LAKE ROAD CC 134647 2397 CARRINGTON STREET 135632 2397 TORGERSON ROAD 135993 2721S COLDWATER ROAD 133346 6621 MONCK PARK ROAD 134663 757 COLDWATER ROAD 131804 1280 MILLER ROAD 127775 1323 MIDDAY VALLEY ROAD 136011 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 134693 1577 MILLER ROAD 132648 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD Bare Land 132760 1849 VOGHT STREET 135536 1925 COUTLEE AVENUE 133649 1600 CHESTNUT AVENUE 133651 1640 CHESTNUT AVENUE 133884 1585 CHESTNUT AVENUE 127815 2488 SPRINGBANK AVENUE 133648 1685 CHESTNUT AVENUE 130261 1914 QUILCHENA AVENUE 133776 1305 FIR AVENUE 136346 2701 PEREGRINE WAY 136566 3383 WILDROSE WAY 131295 6681 MONCK PARK ROAD NEW PRICE 127723 6357 MONCK PARK ROAD 132195 2556 ABERDEEN ROAD 129746 2980 PANORAMA DRIVE 131680 1926-52 NICOLA AVENUE 127935 2208 COYLE ROAD 132723 LOT 1 ABERDEEN ROAD 132331 2819 ABERDEEN ROAD Commercial 132967 2302 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132968 2326 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 134949 2040-52 NICOLA AVE(Business only) 125491 2175 NICOLA AVENUE 132977 2338 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 135428 377 MERRITT-SP BR HWY 134988 2040-52 NICOLA AVENUE

419,000 469,000 480,000 569,000 1,486,000 1,595,000 187,000 289,000 299,000 385,000 449,000 485,000 485,000 499,000 515,000 550,000 599,000 675,000 725,900 779,000 799,900 845,000 1,175,000 1,486,000 1,560,000 1,595,000 39,900 49,900 65,000 65,000 65,000 70,000 79,900 80,000 98,000 98,000 115,000 119,000 189,000 195,000 245,000 299,000 450,000 899,000 1,300,000 89,500 150,000 160,000 220,000 310,000 425,000 499,000

MLS #

House # STREET

Logan Lake 132453 310-400 135395 306-279 129026 67-111 128450 21 135228 11 131605 307-400 135036 29 133315 303-400 133956 9 133847 15 136206 55 129866 154 125620 31 135950 314 136183 LOT B 133017 419 133022 227 133293 182 135521 136 136425 5385 136185 125 135705 312 134935 4621 132922 3809

PRICE

OPAL DRIVE ALDER DRIVE CHARTRAND AVE(Business) TOPAZ CRESCENT SAPPHIRE COURT OPAL DRIVE TOPAZ CRESCENT OPAL DRIVE SAPPHIRE COURT GALENA AVENUE BRECCIA DRIVE SOLD PONDEROSA AVENUE LL BRECCIA DRIVE LINDEN ROAD TUNKWA LAKE ROAD OPAL DRIVE BIRCH CRESCENT PONDEROSA AVENUE LL PONDEROSA AVE LL TUNKWA LAKE ROAD JASPER DRIVE BASALT DRIVE TUNKWA LAKE ROAD PINERIDGE DRIVE LL

1502 RIVER STREET

64,000 69,900 79,900 85,000 89,000 95,000 99,900 99,900 122,400 165,000 169,900 184,900 189,000 189,900 198,000 209,000 212,000 225,000 259,000 270,000 399,900 429,000 464,900 495,000

$569,000

GREAT HOUSE, AND HUGE DREAM SHOP! Wonderful heritage home that has been lovingly and completely restored. This fantastic home offers all the modern conveniences combined with heritage charm. Rooms are very spacious and much of the special architectural features have been saved. Home has 3 large bedrooms, 2 fully updated bathrooms, wood burning fire place with insert in the living room, lovely den on the main & very spacious dining room with original built-ins and moldings.

Shop is every mans dream with 2 bays, and office with a 3 piece bathroom. This shop was built to run a business, but the uses are endless. There is also a charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest suite above the shop.

MLS# 135151

12 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS RENEWABLE ENERGY

Solar garden installed in Lower Nicola Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

telus.com/merritt Get Internet 150/150 for $75/mo. on a no term contract.‡ The TELUS PureFibre network delivers lightning-fast internet* whichever way you look at it.

Experience 150 Mbps download and 150 Mbps upload speeds that DUH JXDUDQWHHG WR PDNH \RX IJ LS † ™

Fast down

With the launch of the Lower Nicola Solar Project, the largest community-owned solar installation in British Columbia is now sitting on top of the Lower Nicola Indian Band school.

Throughout August, crews had been at work installing 330 photovoltaic solar panels on the roof of the gymnasium of the LNIB school.

Once they are set up and hooked up to the grid, the panels will generate up to 85 kilowatts of electricity — representing a source of green energy for the school, and a potential source of income for the Lower Nicola Indian Band.

“This will be a project that will give members of our community great pride,” said Helder Ponte, executive director of the Lower Nicola Indian Band.

A solar garden will also serve as a part of the school’s curriculum, stated a press release from the LNIB. The panels will be used to teach students about sustainable energy and the importance of reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

“The cost of solar panels has come down significantly in the last 10 years, which has opened an opportunity for communities such as the Lower Nicola Band to take an active role in energy production,” said David Isaac, president of W Dusk Energy Group, the company brought in to manage the solar project. “The electricity that this project creates will go directly into meeting the energy demand of the community, and any excess energy will flow back into the electrical grid to be purchased by BC Hydro through that company’s net metering program.”

A barbecue will be held on Friday, Sept. 9 at noon at the Lower Nicola Indian Band school to mark the launch of the project.

Fast up The TELUS PureFibre network delivers lightning-fast internet* whichever way you look at it.

Experience 150 Mbps upload and 150 Mbps download speeds that DUH JXDUDQWHHG WR PDNH \RX IJ LS † ™

Get Internet 150/150 for $75/mo. on a no term contract.‡ telus.com/merritt

TELUS STORES Merritt

2025 Coutlee Ave. *Traditional copper wire or copper wire hybrid networks are subject to capacity constraints and environmental stresses that do not affect TELUS fibre optic technology, which is based on light signals. †Internet access is subject to usage limits; additional charges apply for exceeding the included data. Not available in all areas.

Internet access speed depends on location, usage within the home network, internet traffic, applicable network management and server configurations. For a description of TELUS’ network management practices, please see telus.com/networkmanagement. ‡Offer reflects current everyday price, not a temporary promotional price. Minimum system requirements apply. Final eligibility for service will be determined by a TELUS representative at the point of installation. Offer not available in all areas. TELUS reserves the right to substitute an equivalent or better product without notice. TELUS, the TELUS logo, TELUS PureFibre, the future is friendly and telus.com are trademarks of the TELUS Corporation, used under licence. All rights reserved. © 2016 TELUS.

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 • 13

www.merrittherald.com

merrittherald.com

bcclassified.com

SPORTS Have a sports story tip? Tell us about it by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing sports@merrittherald.com

PROFESSIONAL RODEO

Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo attracts the best Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

There’s something about late-season rodeos that brings out all the stars.

The Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo (NVPR) regularly attracts many of the biggest names in the sport as competition for a spot at the Canadian Finals in Edmonton in October really heats up.

Only the top 12 in each event qualify.

This year is no different. Merritt’s annual Labour Day weekend extravaganza has no fewer than 58 cowboys and cowgirls currently ranked in the top-10 in the CPRA standings scheduled to compete, along with a host of other contenders who are knocking on the door.

Seven out of the eight CPRA events at this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo have the number one cowboy or cowgirl competing, and

in many cases, the top three. All but one event has a minimum eight out of the top ten in the money standings in attendance.

The impressive lineup includes leading saddle bronc rider Clay Elliott from Nanton, Alta., number one bareback rider Caleb Bennett from Tremonton, Utah, tie-down roping’s money leader Logan Bird from Nanton, top-ranked steer wrestler Cody Cassidy out of Donalda, Alta. and ladies barrel racing leader Callahan Crossley from Hermiston, Oregon.

A record 33 team roping pairings are also entered in this year’s NVPR, led by the number one header and heeler combination of Kolton Schmidt from Barrhead, Alta. and Shay Carroll, who comes all the way from Hico, Texas.

There’ll be local cowboys and cowgirls

The Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo, slated for Saturday and Sunday, will feature thrilling action in the saddle bronc event (above), bareback, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, ladies barrel racing, and much more. Performances start at 1 p.m. Ian Webster/Herald

competing in this year’s Merritt pro rodeo.

The ladies barrel racing event will see the Nicola Valley’s Tracey Morris running on Saturday along with Taylor-Jane Gardner (formerly from Douglas

(Kamloops), Savona’s Sarah Gerard (winner of the Iron Springs slot event in Merritt last weekend, see pg. 15).

Logan Lake’s Monica Oram will be in the slack on Saturday morning.

Merritt’s Spencer

Lake) and well-known Kamloops’ cowgirls Brooke Wills and Vanessa Leggett.

On Sunday, it’ll be Mammit Lake’s Katie Garthwaite in the barrel event with travelling partner Julie Leggett

Rutherford and his partner Denver Johnson from Strathmore, Alta. are second up in team roping on Sunday.

Rutherford currently sits in ninth place in the CPRA heeling standings.

Rutherford and Johnson are coming off a third-place finish in Cranbrook, B.C. on the Aug. 20 weekend, and a pair of seconds earlier in the month at stampedes in Dawson Creek, B.C. and La Crete, Alta.

While number-oneranked bull rider Dakota Buttar from Kindersley, Sask. will not be in attendance at the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo, six of the top ten bull riders in the country will be — led by third-ranked Brock Radford from Dewinton, Alta., and former Canadian champions Scott Schiffner (Strathmore) and Zane Lambert (Ponoka, Alta.).

Schiffner comes to Merritt as one of the most decorated cowboys

Two-time Canadian Bull Riding Champion Scott Schiffner

in Canadian rodeo history.

A two-time Canadian bull riding champion, Schiffner has qualified for the Calgary Stampede a record 15 times — winning it in 2014. He’s been a World Cup Team Canada member on four occasions, and gave a private bull riding demonstration to Will and Kate, the Duke and Dutchess of Cambridge, in 2011.

Both main performances at this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo get underway at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Gates open at 11 a.m.

JUNIOR HOCKEY

Cents trim down their roster as the pre-season continues Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

Eleven days into their main camp, the Merritt Centennials are slowly but surely paring down their roster to the maximum 22 players allowed at the start of the 201617 BCHL season on Sept. 9.

As of Wednesday afternoon of this week, the Cents were sitting at 26 players still in camp — three goalies, nine defencemen and 15 forwards.

According to Centennials head coach and GM Joe Martin, one netminder, two D’men and a single frontliner still have to be given their walking papers.

The process of reducing the Cents’ roster over the last week and a half has been an

arduous one. There’s been a lot of talent at this year’s main camp, and more than a few of the players that have been cut to date are fully capable of playing in the British Columbia Hockey League this year.

They just won’t get their chance with Merritt.

Not helping matters when it comes to trimming the numbers has been the strong play of the various Centennials line-ups in their three exhibition match-ups to date.

Merritt is undefeated — having tied Salmon Arm 5-5 on Aug. 24, prior to taking both games in their homeand-home series with the Vernon Vipers on the weekend by scores of 3-0 and 4-3.

In their opener against the Silverbacks,

the Cents dressed an all-rookie line-up, and looked none the worse for it.

Led by Max Palaga in net, and the two-goal effort of Juanre Naude (don’t even ask how to pronounce the name) up front, Merritt jumped out to a 4-1 lead before

See ‘Cents and Warriors’ Page 15

(Right) One of the highlights of Saturday night’s 4-3 Cents’ exhibition victory over the visiting Vernon Vipers was rookie John Stein’s roof-top goal over the left shoulder of Vipes’ netminder Gavin Hubbard. The 17-year-old Stein played last season with the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds of the B.C. major midget league. As of Wednesday of this week, Stein was still in the Cents’ camp vying for a spot on this year’s team. Ian Webster/Herald

BCHL Merritt Centennials Meet & Greet Golf Tournament WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Merritt Golf & Country Club - 1450 Juniper Drive Entry Fee - $50/per person Ticket will include: Round of Golf, Door Prizes, Awards & Dinner.

If you don’t want to golf but still want to be part of the excitement - $30/per person

Call today to secure your spot for a team of 4 at 250-378-3604 or email: info@merrittcentennials.com

14 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

SPORTS RANCH RODEO

Cowboys and cowgirls show their skills Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

A record 12 teams representing working ranches in the B.C. Interior convened at the Merritt rodeo grounds in Collettville on Saturday for the annual Nicola Valley ranch rodeo.

On hand were cowboys and cowgirls from the local Nicola, Pine, Kane Lake and Rafter X Ranches, from the Douglas Lake Cattle Company’s Home, Chapperon, Portland and Northern Divisions, from the Coldstream Ranch located outside Vernon, and from the River, Chilco and Gang Ranches situated in the Cariboo-Chilcotin region.

The dozen teams spent the day competing in various ranch-related activi-

ties — including cattle sorting, doctoring and branding, as well as a wild cow milking event.

In addition, there were individual competitions to determine the top ranch horse and rider combination, the top overall ranch hand and the best saddle bronc rider.

The Nicola Ranch’s Mark Elliott took the ranch horse and rider event on board his stud horse Sonny. He was closely followed by last year’s winner, Haley Rutherford from the Pine Ranch.

The top hand award went to Josh Friesen from the Douglas Lake Home Ranch, while the saddle bronc event went to cowboy Wacey Marr, who is currently living and working in Pincher Creek, Alta., but joined his good

friends from the Gang Ranch for the weekend.

Marr scored 83 points to edge out another of last year’s winners, Joe Roberson of the Douglas Lake Cattle Co. Northern Division.

This year’s overall team champion was the foursome representing the River Ranch outside Riske Creek. The members were Ed and Raquel Russell, Greg Speller and young upand-comer Owen Perry.

Their 52-point total was one better than the second-place Douglas Lake Northern Division.

Capably handling the judges duties were veteran cowboys Phil Martindale from Claresholm, Alta. and Dave Elliott out of Maple Creek, Sask.

Their sons, Curt and Mark respectively, were two of the key organiz-

ers of this year’s very successful Nicola Valley ranch rodeo.

At the awards ceremony following the day-long competition, some terrific prizes were handed out to the topplacing cowboys and cowgirls. They included horse bits made by Richard Brooks for the overall winning team, headstalls made

by Andy Knight (with silver conchos by Tate McRae) for the secondplace team, and Filson wool vests for the thirdplace finishers.

A handmade wool saddle blanket made by Leanne Dynneson was presented to the top hand, while winners of the ranch horse competition and the saddle bronc events received custom silver buckles created by Richard Tenisch.

ANNUAL NICOLA VALLEY RANCH RODEO August 27, 2016 Results

Ranch Horse Competition 1. Mark Elliott, Nicola Ranch 88 pts.

2. Haley Rutherford, Pine Ranch 79 pts.

Stock Saddle Bronc Rider 1. Wacey Marr, Gang Ranch 84 pts.

2. Joe Roberson, Douglas Lake Cattle Co. 78 pts.

Northern Division Top Hand Award Josh Friesen, Douglas Lake Cattle Co. Home Division Team Awards 1. River Ranch (Ed Russell, Raquel Russell, 52 pts.

Greg Speller, Owen Perry) 2. Douglas Lake Cattle Co. Northern Division 51 pts.

(Willee Twan, Kayo Toews, Joe Roberson, Corbin Clarkson) 3. Coldstream Ranch (Nick Bapte, Thomas Linford, 51 pts.

Alec Chillihitzia, Joe Bariesheff) Judges Phil Martindale (Claresholm, Alta.)

Dave Elliott (Maple Creek, Sask.)

(Above) The Nicola Valley ranch rodeo’s winning team was the River Ranch from outside Riske Creek. Pictured (from left to right) presenter Mark Elliott, River Ranch’s Owen Perry, Ed and Raquel Russell, and Gord Speller, presenter Curt Martindale. (Far left) Top hand Josh Friesen from the Douglas Lake Cattle Co.’s Home Division. (Left) The Gang Ranch’s Wacey Marr, winner of the saddle bronc riding competition with a score of 83. Ian Webster/Herald

BARREL RACING

Savona’s Sarah Gerard wins Iron Springs title Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

Veteran barrel racer Sarah Gerard from Savona was the class of the field on Saturday night at the annual latesummer Iron Springs Slot Race, held at the Nicola Valley rodeo grounds in Collettville.

Gerard, 39, rode her 11-year-old mare, Mona, to first place with a time of 16.220 seconds — good for $1,680, her biggest payday of the season. “[Mona’s] a quarter horse. I’ve had her

since she was five. She’s been quite successful for me,” said Gerard, who started barrel racing in Little Britches rodeos at the age of 11.

It’s been a bit of an up-and-down season for Gerard, who competes on both the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association and British Columbia Rodeo Association circuits, as well as entering invitational events like this weekend’s Iron Springs.

“I’ve had some good weekends, and some not so good ones,” she con-

ceded. “I’ve been struggling to keep my horse feeling good.”

Gerard comes from a family of barrel racers.

Her sisters, Joleen Seitz (Savona) and Shaylene Tucker (Williams Lake), both compete, and her 19-year-old daughter, Odessa, is continuing the tradition.

“I think she entered her first rodeo at age two-and-a-half,” Gerard said with a laugh.

Gerard made the CPRA Canadian Finals in Edmonton her rookie season (2003), and has

been close to qualifying on a few other occasions. In the interim, she’s taken the BCRA barrel racing title three times — twice on Mona.

Like most barrel racers, Gerard has a few other young horses in the pipeline. She actually placed fifth in Saturday’s slot race on Little Bits, another mare and a half-sister to Mona.

Second place in the slot race went to Mammit Lake’s Katie Garthwaite, while Lane

Wills from Kamloops finished third. A total of 28 competitors took part.

On Sunday, in the regular jackpot barrel racing event, it was Gina Volansky’s turn to shine. The Nakusp bar-

See ‘Gina Volansky from Nakusp’ Page 15 Iron Springs barrel racing event organizer Allie Thompson (left) and Saturday night’s slot racer winner Sarah Gerard of Savona, B.C. Gerard was presented with a cheque for $1,680. Photo courtesy of Darlene Gellrich

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ 15

www.merrittherald.com

SPORTS

Gina Volansky from Nakusp takes top two places...twice From Page 14 rel racer placed first and second in both open division go-rounds, which featured 79 and 69 riders respectively.

In the first go, Volansky won on her horse Charlie, with Slicker second. In the second go, the two horses reversed their placings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pretty good for someone who won the Hard Luck Award back in April at the same event because she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep the barrels from falling,â&#x20AC;? said Iron Springs organizer

Allie Thompson.

While there were a number of local entries on the weekend, the only two to hit pay dirt were Morgan Fosbery with a fourth-place in the 4D category of the open competition, and young Kelsey Starrs, who won the peewee class with a time of 18.430 seconds on her appropriately-named horse Peewee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a good event with an excellent turnout,â&#x20AC;? said Thompson.

The weather held up, and the footing at the rodeo grounds was terrific.â&#x20AC;?

hanging on against a more experienced Salmon Arm side.

Shots were 54-34 in favour of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Backs.

Other Centsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; scorers were Luke Recchi (Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nephew), Jake Livingston and Jason Village. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was quite impressed with both teams. Despite [our] lead for the first half of the game, it was Salmon Arm who really took it to us, but our players hung in there,â&#x20AC;? said Martin.

Friday, on the road in Vernon, the Centennials were even more impressive â&#x20AC;&#x201D; recording a shutout against their Interior arch-rivals.

Merrittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two puckstoppers were Jake Berger and Dorian Labranche, while the goalgetters were the redhot Tyler Ward (six goals so far this pre-season), linemate Ethan Skinner and rookie blueliner Zach Metsa. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It probably looked easier than it was,â&#x20AC;? said Martin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Vernon] had a couple of good scoring chances, and our goalies made the saves when they needed to. We had more of a veteran lineup, and the team played better from top to bottom.â&#x20AC;?

In Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homeice rematch against the Snakes, the Centennials put in a dominating performance, although it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t show on the

scoreboard. Merritt outshot Vernon 54-34 in their one-goal victory and set the tempo all night long.

Labranche and Daniel Paul shared the win in net. The Merritt scoring was taken care of by veterans Chase Bell, Mark Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shaughnessy and Henry Cleghorn, along with rookie John Stein. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought we played pretty solid,â&#x20AC;? said Martin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were a couple of breakdowns, but they were all by rookies. Our vets were steady.â&#x20AC;?

As it looks going into this weekendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homeand-home pre-season series with the Royal Bank Cup champion West Kelowna Warriors, the Centennials have three goaltenders competing for two spots â&#x20AC;&#x201D; veteran Colten Lancaster (just back from training camp with the Western Hockey Leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Saskatoon Blades) and newcomers Berger and Paul. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take the best two,â&#x20AC;? Martin said bluntly.

On defence, still in camp are returnees Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shaughnessy, Tyrell Buckley, Tyler Holz and Mike Faulkner, along with Marshall Skapski (acquired from the BCHLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alberni Valley Bulldogs) and rookies Zach Metsa, Mike Van Unen, Andrew Troy and Joel Scrimbit.

Finally, up front, returning Centennials

Slot Race Sarah Gerard, Savona 16.220 sec.

Open Jackpot - Round 1 Gina Volansky, Nakusp 16.495 sec.

Open Jackpot - Round 2 Gina Volansky, Nakusp 16.248 sec.

Senior Jackpot Kathy Lasic, Summerland 16.609 sec.

Youth Jackpot Haley Harrison, Savona 17.423 sec.

Peewee Jackpot Kelsey Starrs, Merritt 18.430 sec.

SPENCES BRIDGE Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s / Flea Market

Resa Stoltzfus from the Dot Ranch area west of Merritt takes her horse Jerry Lee hard into the third and final barrel during the Iron Springs barrel racing event on Saturday. Ian Webster/Herald

CLEMES HALL, HWY #8

Cents and Warriors Saturday night From Page 13

IRON SPRINGS BARREL RACING WINNERS

Crafts, produce, 2nd hand goods, baking and more!

CALL 250-458-2489

Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your hearing?

Ask an Audiologist.

Carolyn Palaga, MSc, Aud (C)

Merritt Hearing Clinic A division of Carolyn Palaga Audiology Ser vices Ltd.

Call Monday - Friday

315-9688 Sixteen-year-old twins Rylan (left) and Mike Van Unen are two of a talented group of rookies hoping to make the Centennialsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; starting line-up for the 2016-17 BCHL season. The Van Unens played a couple of years of minor hockey in Merritt prior to moving to Kamloops. Ian Webster/ Herald

include Ward, Bell and Cleghorn, as well as Zach Court, Michael Regush, Brett Jewell, Zach Zorn, Nick Fidanza and Ryan Roseboom. First-year players are Skinner, Wicks, Tyler Pietrowski, Cade Gleekel, Rylan Van Unen and Stein.

Both Roseboom and Gleekel have yet to play in the pre-season as they recover from off-season injuries.

Diminutive in size,

Stein has made a big impression. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still here,â&#x20AC;? said Martin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a really smart player and a good skater.â&#x20AC;?

Naude made a strong case for making the Centsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; final roster, but the coaching staff felt his play dropped off just a bit in his final two outings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The pace caught up with him,â&#x20AC;? said Martin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We still really like him, and have spoken to his

coaching staff back at Pursuit of Excellence in Kelowna. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be keeping in touch.â&#x20AC;?

Friday, the Cents play in West Kelowna.

Saturday, they host the Warriors at 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be looking for consistency, for continued physicality, for steady defence and goaltending, and some dynamic play by our forward group,â&#x20AC;? said Martin, looking ahead to the weekend.

2076A Granite Avenue, Merritt (Located at Nicola Valley Chiropractic)

BC GIRL GUIDES REGISTER ONLINE FOR A NEW GUIIDING YEAR! Lifelong friends & memories through exciting programs

1-800-565-8111

3T 0AUL 3TREET +AMLOOPS "# s 'RANITE !VE -ERRITT "# s

www.girlguides.ca

Friendship - Empowerment - Challenge Experience Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Girl Guides

A PROUD TRADITION OF DENTURE CRAFTS

Two Great Locations to Serve You Better!

Authorized by: WCB First Canadian Health Veterans Affairs Registered under the Hearing Aid Act (B.C.)

Robby Jaroudi Allen E. Goessman Professional Personalized Denture Services

16 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

Your community. Your classifieds.

In Memoriam

250.378.4241 fax 250.378.6818 email classiÀeds@merrittherald.com Obituaries

Obituaries

MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under heaven – a time to be born and a time to die ... a time to weep and a time to laugh; a time to mourn and a time to dance.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-24

P: 250-280-4040

www.merritthospice.org Email: merritthospice@shaw.ca

MERRITT

FFUNERAL UNERAL C CHAPEL HAPEL

AD Division ivi ivi visio si n of sion sio of S Service errv vice ice Corp ice Corpo Corporation rpo rp porat po rattion Internat ra Intern International nation nat ation atio onal on a (Ca ((Canada) Ca Canad nada)) UL n ULC U

Celebrating lives with dignity

• 24 hour compassion helpline • Estate fraud protection • 100% service gaurantee • National transferability on preplanned funeral services www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com REGULAR OFFICE HOURS 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday On Call 24 Hours A Day

250-378-2141

or 1-800-668-3379 2113 Granite Ave. Merritt, BC

A FUNERAL PRE PLANNING ADVISOR

will be available at the Merritt Funeral Chapel on the second and fourth Friday of the month, between the hours of 10am – 3pm (or by appointment).

A Personal Planning Guide will be provided.

! y u B Buy! Buy! SELL! S e ! l l l! l e S

Obituaries

Obituaries

BEEBE, MARIE KATHERINE April 24/1921 - August 21/2016

Marie passed away peacefully at Gillis House in Merritt, BC at the age of 95 years, with her daughters by her side. She is predeceased by her husband Ralph Beebe, her 3 older brothers (Gene, Frank, and Jim), Dale Korsmo (son) Gail Horner (daughter) and Jerry Johnson (son in-law). Loved by so many, her daughters Jan Johnson of Colorado, Diane Gartner of Penticton, Kelly Turchak (Ross) of Merritt and daughter in law Mary Korsmo of Penticton, 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren. Marie also had numerous nieces and nephews in Alberta who she loved dearly. Many good friends have come and gone in mom’s life and she cherished those friendships to the end. Only two months before she passed away, her best friend Gertie Latremouille passed away. We only hope that the 2 of them are pushing those walkers and having coffee everyday together again.

Mom was very creative when it came to crafts and sewing and sold many quilts and crafts locally.

She loved to garden and even when she moved into Gillis House she continued to dig around in the gardens. Mom loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren and helped all of us in many ways to raise them to be wonderful caring individuals.

Marie was a LPN nurse for many years in the Ashcroft Hospital and so loved to go to work and help “her” patients as she would say. When Mom moved to Merritt she began volunteering at the Thrift Store and made many long lasting friendships over the years. In the last few years Mom suffered from Alzheimer’s and it was a very trying time for her. For a woman that had been so active, it truly was an unkind disease.

We would like to thank Dr. Ross and the most caring, loving, compassionate staff at the Coquihalla Gillis House who over the last 3 years have made life a little easier for the family and Mom. A thank you to Ross Hanke for your patience and caring when times were tough, you meant the world to her.

No service by request, Mom will be returning to the Peace Country to join her husband, parents, brothers and daughter.

“We’re having a baby!”

Keep your baby safe in the car.

Learn how to choose the right child car seat. Call 1-877-247-5551 or visit ChildSeatInfo.ca

In Memoriam

In Memoriam

Lawrence D. Smyth (Larry) September 17, 1932 - June 21, 2016 Daddy passed away peacefully at Gillis House after a very lengthy battle with Alzheimers. He fought long and hard against the ravages of the disease and did so with amazing strength and even humor.

He was predeceased by the love of his life, Eileen (nee O’Neill) in Febuary 2013 after 62 years of marriage. Passing before him were his Dad (Ralph Smyth) in 1974, his Mum (Agnes Smyth nee McCreight) in 1981, his sister Isabel Smyth (1931), his brother Jimmy Smyth (1945), his daughter Eila Smyth (1960), his sister Kathleen (Kaye) Rix (nee Smyth) (1993) and brother Doug Smyth (1999) and grandson Orin Smyth. He is survived by daughter Shelley (George) Jaarsma and their children Neil, Ryan and Tanis, son Jimmy and his children Megan, Jordan, Jared, Miranda and Brendan, daughter Sharna Yates (Jim), sister Charlotte Wright, brother Terry (Myrna), sister Reta (Mike) Grieve, many wonderful nieces and nephews and cousins.

A true Merrittonian - he was born and raised in Merritt with no desire to move away from the valley he loved. Our Dad was one of the hardest working individuals we’ve ever known, valuing strong work ethic, honesty, generosity of spirit and fair play above all. It was these deeply held values, among others, that enabled him to prosper as his own man in a job he truly loved. Independent log hauling. He loved being in the bush and enjoying the wonder of nature on a daily basis in the hills and valleys adjacent to the Nicola Valley. He loved being able to work long and hard, to be his own boss and to feel proud of his accomplishments. And they were many. He was a shaker and a mover in the logging industry, helping to establish fair cycle times and practises that beneÀted all, not just the logging operators or the mills. He so enjoyed contributing to making the work environment a better place for everyone, not just for himself, sitting on committees with the Western Trucking Association , heading meetings and even by sitting as President of the Interior Loggers Association (ILA). He helped to develop the Àrst tri-axle trailer with Columbia Trailers and was the Àrst in the valley to have one leading the way for many of the trucks behind him. Because of his dedication to work, he was able to provide a very comfortable life for his family for which he wa very proud.

It was well known in the community to many as Popeye for his toughness - it was his label on his logging trucks. He was strong but with a very tender and generous heart always helping those with need, delivering wood to the elderly in the community that couldn’t get their own, providing real Christmas trees to many year after year, fundraising for Baillie House. He would give you the shirt off his back if he thought you needed it more than he. He cared enough to boycott gas prices - he very much enjoyed his community and wanted to give back to it.

He had many interests outside of logging and they all encompassed his love of being outdoors. For many of his younger years he was an avid hunter, always found with his best friend and cousin, Billy McCreight in favorite spots like Kindersley, Saskatchewan for the goose hunting, Green Lake, Douglas Lake, Salmon Lake and others. He loved to Àsh - fresh and salt water. Many of the local lakes around the Nicola Valley were where he and Mom spent their free time Àshing, camping in one of their RV’s. For years part of every summer was spent with the family on Hornby Island where he salmon Àshed with Mom, her Mom (Audrey O’Neill), her sister Kathleen Anne Haddad (O’Neill). When the property was no longer in the family they enjoyed Àshing down the Alberni Inlet as far out at San Mateo Bay and beyond, entering into the annual salmon derby in September with the women and (then very young) great nephew Bruce Krupek. He loved being on the water more than catching the Àsh!

An avid gardener he helped to shape their beautiful yard at the home they built and lived in for 55+ years. He loved the birds it attracted to their yard and was often called a ‘bird whisperer’ because the birds would light on him as he approached the feeders (something many of us tried to emulate unsuccessfully!). And he loved his dogs. He was well known in retirement to walk to town daily always with his dear dogs with him. McDuff, Geordie, then Briez and ElÀe and years before that Gooch and others. They brought him immeasurable joy and they loved him dearly.

He loved country music and Louis Lamour! He loved horses and cowboying and even hauled cattle after selling his latest truck and ofÀcially ‘retiring’ in 1996. He was always keen to be working at something.

The last years of Larry’s life weren’t easy but he still managed to bring happiness to those around him and to Ànd happiness in his days in spite of his disease. When unable to be in their own home any longer, He and Mom spent a couple of years at The Florentine where the young staff fawned over him, enjoying his fun loving nature and generous spirit. They were wonderful to him. As the disease progressed he became immobile so moved to Gillis House where the staff were also very caring, bringing some light to his days.

Our Dad lived life in a big way. He worked hard, he played hard, he loved big. One thing he wasn’t capable of was not giving it everything he had. As his nephew Brad and wife Evelyn,that he was so very fond of,has said “he’s left big shoes to Àll”. So true!

A special thank you

to the warm and caring staff at Gillis House and at the Florentine and to Dr. Van der Merwe and his staff.

A special thank you to those family and friends who stood by our Dad through thick and thin in the latter years when he needed them most!

Drive to Save Lives

Further to our Dad’s wishes he did not want a service of any kind. An informal tea or wake will be held on Sunday, September 11th starting at noon located at Brad and Evelyn Smyth’s home in Merritt (2301 Irvine Avenue). All who wish to join in remembering Larry are welcome.

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ 17

www.merrittherald.com

Announcements

Announcements

Employment

Employment

Announcements

Announcements

Employment

Cards of Thanks

Cards of Thanks

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Information

Personals

Education/Trade Schools

Thank You!

Brad and Evelyn

Honey Pot Daycare is seeking a part-time ECE Assistant / Responsible Adult to work in our Afterschool program.

Send resume to labounty.advisor@gmail.com or phone 250-378-3729 for more information.

MAKE A Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat Call FREE! 250-220-1300 or 1-800-2101010. www.livelinks.com 18+

Results

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training!

Funding & Housing Avail!

Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certiďŹ cation proof.

Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Small Ads Get

BIG

Help Wanted

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thank you both enough for being family to all of us Smyth clan, but especially for the love and friendship you gave Mom and Daddy over the years. They so loved your company- and Evâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chocolate chip cookies!

Love you for it!

Sharna & Jim

Place a classiďŹ ed word ad and...

IT WILL GO ON LINE! Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Interior Community ICS is looking for an experienced Services

individual to Ă&#x20AC;ll the permanent fulltime position of Program Coordinator overseeing the Family Support Worker team in Merritt, BC. The successful candidate will have an education in Social Work and a minimum of three yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience supporting families including one year experience in a supervisory role. enriching lives

Please see the full posting on our website www.interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Submit resumes by Sept 2nd 4:30 pm to: careers@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca

GLAD RAGS CLEANING

JOB POSTING LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR - HEAD START PROGRAM

Description: Reporting to the Principal of the Lower Nicola Band School, the ECE worker is responsible for providing service to children ages 0 to 4 years, including: K3, K4 Parent/Tot Drop In and Home Visiting/Outreach Services. The ECE will encourage each child to take initiative in learning and will provide each child with enjoyable opportunities to learn in development at this age. The ECE will assist in ensuring the learning environment reflects the mandate of the Head Start and the Lower Nicola Band School.

Vue Weekly requires an Associate Editor to help strengthen our team. We are looking for someone who is knowledgeable and passionate about Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arts and cultural community.

The hours are flexible and can be tailored to the needs of the successful candidate. Salary position, with benefits. Weekend work is required. This position reports to the editor of Vue Weekly.

Send your resumĂŠ, cover letter and writing samples

by Friday, September 30 to Angela Brunschot at angela@vueweekly.com

Make An Announcement

1\Âź[ I baby girl!

Buy a VM_ PWUM

.QVL I VM_ career!

The eyes have it Fetch a Friend from the SPCA today!

Salary: Negotiable Deadline: 4FQUFNCFS Start Date: "4"1 $SJNJOBM 3FDPSET $IFDL JT .BOEBUPSZ Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter to: "OHJF 4UFSMJOH 1SJODJQBM PS FNBJM BTUFSMJOH!MOJC OFU Lower Nicola Band School, )PSO 3PBE .FSSJUU #$ 7 , " 'BY

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

You are someone who s understands the value of teamwork and collaboration in building a strong publication s is networked in the arts and cultural community and has the ability to develop a set of contributors s has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is fluent in social media s writes with flair and a sense of humour s has a strong design sense and a desire to produce a visually compelling product

IS HIRING PART-TIME. Days, evening and weekends required.

We will train. Must have a vehicle.

Call Wendy at 250-378-7647

Qualifications: r &BSMZ $IJMEIPPE &EVDBUPS $FSUJĂ DBUF PS Diploma or equivalent experience r .JO PG ZFBST FYQFSJFODF JO XPSLJOH BT BO Early Childhood Educator r &YQFSJFODF XJUI )FBE 4UBSU QSPHSBNNJOH BO asset; r &YDFMMFOU PSHBOJ[BUJPOBM DPNNVOJDBUJPO BOE interpersonal skills, r "CJMJUZ UP QMBO BOE JNQMFNFOU B SFHVMBS )FBE Start/Pre School/Outreach Program r $PNQVUFS MJUFSBDZ r 1FSTPOBM NBUVSJUZ BOE SPMF NPEFM UP DIJMESFO r "CJMJUZ UP XPSL JO B UFBN FOWJSPONFOU BOE XPSL closely with parents/families; r 1IZTJDBM BCJMJUZ BOE FOEVSBODF UP XPSL XJUI children r 6OEFSTUBOEJOH PG DMBTTSPPN QMBOT TDIFEVMFT and special needs children r 8JMMJOH UP DPOUJOVF UP HBJO LOPXMFEHF BOE skills, be flexible and positive r ,OPXMFEHF PG / MBLBQBNVY MBOHVBHF DVMUVSF an asset r 'PPE 4BGF 'JSTU "JE BO BTTFU BOE PS XJMMJOH UP upgrade r 7BMJE %SJWFS T -JDFOTF r .VTU CF XJMMJOH UP VOEFSUBLF Ă FMEUSJQT

VUE Weekly is seeking some serious professional help!

;Ia 1\ ?Q\P ) +TI[[QĂ&#x2026;ML )L

spca.bc.ca

18 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

Services

Merchandise for Sale

Rentals

Rentals

Financial Services

Misc. Wanted

Apt/Condo for Rent

Property Management

BUYING Coins Collections, Olympics, Gold & Silver Coins etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082

$750 Loans & More NO CREDIT CHECKS

Real Estate

Open 7 days/wk. 8am - 8pm

1-855-527-4368 Apply at:www.credit700.ca GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Recreational Spectacular Shuswap Lakefront Property

Merchandise for Sale

Garage Sales Garage Sale 1405 Government Ave Sat. Sept.03 8am to 4pm Garage Sale.

1407 Walnut Ave. Sat. Sept. 03: 7am-3pm

Spectacular lake front property with natural sand beach on the south end of Mara Lake in Shuswap, BC offering year round recreational opportunities.

Crystal Sands is a gated, fully serviced, 110 lot lake front community with 24/7 on-site managers, security, paved roads and spectacular lake front properties.

Heavy Duty Machinery A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc.,Custom Modifications Office / Home” Call for price.

Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Auctions

The development includes a playground, baseball diamond, tennis court, beach volleyball courts & clubhouse There is year round boat storage and a 50 slip marina with a large concrete boat ramp for the exclusive use of owners. Located 30 minutes from Salmon Arm, 40 min. from Vernon and Silver Star Ski Resort, and just over an hour from Kelowna (airport), the lot is build-ready and fully serviced.

For more info please contact 604-226-6476 or 604-852-9898 or visit http://www.lakefront crystalsands.com/

Rentals

NICOLA APARTMENTS Clean One Bedroom starting at $550/month.

NO PETS

1988 Quilchena Ave.

August 27, 2016

1 bdrm apartment. $625 plus utilities

250-378-9880

3 bdrm upper

KENGARD MANOR

floor duplex.

Move in bonus - 1/2 month free rent

For appointment call

250-378-9880

Community Newspapers

AVAILABLE FOR RENT

SECURE PARKING & STORAGE SPACE IDEAL FOR LOGGING C TRUCKS, EQUIPMENT, ET

$1000 plus utilities.

4 bdrm Upper Floor

24 HOUR CARETAKER, d SECURITY CAMERAS an site! block heater plugs on

of House. $1250 plus utilities

ED CONVENIENTLY LOCAT WITHIN CITY LIMITS

4 bdrm Upper Floor of House. $1400 plus utilities

Please call 250-315-5074 for more information

2 bdrm duplex. $800 plus utilities.

We’re at the heart of things™

250-378-1996

Homes for Rent

MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICES

For Rent : 4 Bdr House with Big Yard and Sundeck.

Full Basement (250) 378-6332

STORAGE

MERRITT

ask about the MOVE IN BONUS!

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment.

F/S, heat and hot water included.

Starting at $650/mth

Your

Call for all of your Residential or Commercial Property Management needs!

DENTIST

Property Manager: Lynda Etchart

Apt/Condo for Rent

W OME K INS WELC ALK-INS WAL NTS & W ATTIEENTS NEW PATI

1 Bedroom for 1 N/S Adult Only, N/P’s. Heat & Cable Included. $550 per month.

Ref’s Req’d. (250) 378 - 2954

FREE CONSULTATIONS 2 FULL TIME DENTISTS & ORTHODONTIST ON SITE

Auctions

Call

250-378-4888 to book your appointment.

2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

www.dentistryatmerritt.ca Dr. Sunil Malhotra

FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION Saturday, September 10, 9 am Southern Plus Feedlots Livestock handling equipment, gates, panels, mixer trucks, dump trucks, etc. This is just some of the equipment for sale by auction.

Stop Bullies in their Tracks!

HOURS

Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dr. Jaspal Sarao

PLUMBING

Viewing will be Friday, September 9, from 9 am to 4 pm For further information please contact:

Don Raffan 250-546-9420 or 250-558-6789 or Peter Raffan 250-546-9420 or 250-260-0758.

CONTRACTING

OUR EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST YOUR Y

RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION, MATERIAL HAULING, UTILITIES INSTALLATIONS, EXCAVATORS, BOBCATS, EXPERIENCED OPERATORS, FULLY INSURED REASONABLE RATES, while using customers time efficiently

12 & 14’ BIN RENTALS inc.

CALL 250-315-5074

THURSDAY, September 1, 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ 19

www.merrittherald.com

Local Business Directory MECHANIC

CHHANICAL SERVICE FRANNKKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;SS MEEC APPROVED OLD OR NEW WE HAVE WARRANTY NE MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYO â&#x20AC;˘ Tune Ups â&#x20AC;˘ Brakes â&#x20AC;˘ Exhaust â&#x20AC;˘ Suspension â&#x20AC;˘ Lube/Oil s & Struts â&#x20AC;˘Radiator Service â&#x20AC;˘ Shock â&#x20AC;˘ Air Conditioning Service

250-378-1322

2026 Mamette Avenue

DENTIST YOMA DENTAL CLINIC OY STO Did You Know ?

Serving all citizens of Merritt and surrounding areas Clinic. We are a Not Dental newest Merrittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is Stoyoma Dental For Profit Society serving all residents of Merritt and the surrounding areas. If you are covered by Status, Healthy Kids, Disability, Ministry or the Emergency Plan you are fully covered for eligible services & no additional funds will be required of you!

1999 Voght Street (next to the Credit Union) PO Box 3090, Merritt, BC HOURS: Mon-Fri 8AM - 4:30PM

Fully QualiĂ&#x20AC;ed Tradesmen in..

Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters.

Service Work & Furnace Service.

Custom Sheet Metal Atlas RV Parts & Repairs

JIM POT TER

MERRITT TREE SERVICE s &U LLY I NSUR ED CERT IFIED FALL ER s 7 3"# COV ERED s $A NGE ROUS TREE ASS ESSM ENT

Solu tion s for you r tree pro blem s!

BARK MULCH

4PVSDF for

#" # "3 3, ,. .6 6-$) t 1&&-*/(4 4)"7*/(4 t 4"8%645 Friendly Family 4FSWJDF 4JODF

Call Les Porter at 250-490 -11

32

MORTGAGE BROKER

Use the equity in your home to consolidate debt, top up RRSPs, or tackle renovations 1 Ca ll Ha rry Ho wa rd (250) 49 0-6 73

YOUR LOCAL MORTGAGE BROKER

SIDING

IVANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SIDING S ALES & S ERVICE

â&#x20AC;˘ Vinyl & Hardie Board Siding â&#x20AC;˘ Aluminum Soffit, Fascia & EAVESTROUGHS

CALL: (250) 378-2786 â&#x20AC;&#x153;When others have come and gone, Ivanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Siding is still going strongâ&#x20AC;?

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME

CALL JIM at 250-378-4212

2064 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC

#1

250-378-5877!

â&#x17E;¤Schedule your FREE Estimate

PHONE: 250-378-4943

Your

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!

TREE SERVICE

PLUMBING & HEATING

ng i t a e H & g n i b m u Nicola Pl

SERVING THE NICOLA VALLEY FOR 40 YEARS!

L ED REPRESENTATIVE EELECT DAN ALBAS, MP Central Okanagan Similkameen Nicola Kfcc =i\\1 ($/''$--,$/.(( nnn%[XeXcYXj%Zfd

t 4NBMM +PC 4QFDJBMJTU t %VNQ 5SBJMFS 4FSWJDF t 'FODJOH 1PTU 1PVOEFS t #PCDBU 4FSWJDF t $PODSFUF %SJWFXBZT 4JEFXBMLT t 'VMMZ *OTVSFE FNBJM HBSZMTFEPSF!HNBJM DPN

$FMM $BMM (BSZ 4FEPSF for FREE ESTIMATES: 250-378-4312

ADVERTISING to help make h I am here advertising work for you!

Call or email Michele at:

250-378-4241

sales2@merrittherald.com

MERRITT HERALD

BU B UILDING SUPPLIES

MEER M RR RIITT RI T T LUMBER SALES

2152 DOUGLAS ST., MERRITT, BC Ă&#x201C;xäÂ&#x2021;Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x2021;nÂ&#x2021;xĂ&#x17D;nĂ&#x201C;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x201C;xäÂ&#x2021;Ă&#x17D;ÂŁ{Â&#x2021;{Ă&#x201C;{Â&#x2122;

Lumber, Plywood, Fencing SPECIALS

SCREWS, NAILS, ROOFING, INSULATION, JOIST HANGERS & much more LARGE LANDSCAPING BEAMS AVA ILABLE

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Mon to Fri.: 8 am - 5 pm & Sat.: 8 am 4 pm

WINDOW COVERINGS W Company Inc. A Locally Owned and Operated Company ROLLER SHADES (Sunscreens, Light filtering, Perforated) FAUXWOOD, REAL WOOD HONEYCOMB CELLULAR SHADES , VENETIANS & VERTICALS Made in BC for over 27 years Quality window blinds FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION

PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED

Gord Lavery

),-)9 DX`e Jki\\k N\jk B\cfneX# 9: M+K )E,

EXCAVATING M Excavating Service Garyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mini G

ROOFING

Cell: 250-319-4687 Toll Free: 800-394-5558

CLEANING SERVICES CERTIFIEED IN MODERATE ASBESTOS REMOVAL CERTIFIED

250-378-9410

Featured Service

CLEANING SERVICES C Buckets is moving to Merritt! i B Dirty Licensed, Professional Residential/Commercial Cleaning Company We have been operating in Chilliwack for the past 10 years.

We offer reasonable rates with plenty of references.

We will be available Sept. 6th for all your cleaning needs!

CARPET CLEANING UPHOLSTERY & TILE & GROUT CLEANING â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FLOOD & JANITORIAL SERVICES www.tbmcleaningandrestoration.com TF: 1-877-612-0909

For more info please contact:

Trish 604-316-3368 trishharrison58@gmail.com Jeanette 604-615-1341 jeanetteesson@live.com

20 • THURSDAY,

September 1, 2016

www.merrittherald.com

ST SEPTEMBER 1 TO SEPTEMBER 7TH

FRESH HEALTHY LOCAL

30 +

LARGEST SELECTION OF KAMLOOPS GROWN PRODUCE!

LOCAL SUPPLIERS

Kamloops BC Grown

Kamloops BC Grown

Kamloops BC Grown

Kamloops BC Grown

Assorted Squash

Red Nugget Potatoes

Carrots

Beets

¢

58

/lb

or $15/35lb case

$

3.98

$ /10lb bag

Kamloops BC Grown

Corn

Russet Potatoes

Green Peppers

/cob

or $6.96/doz

$

4.98

/20lb bag

Kamloops BC Grown

Green Cabbage

68¢

¢

48

/lb

or $15/25lb case

Oliver BC Grown

Oliver BC Grown

Oliver BC Grown

Silver Skin Onions

Canning Tomatoes

Red Peppers

Assorted Hot Peppers

2.48

/lb

or $22/10lb bag

68

¢ /lb

or $16/25lb case

$

1.48

/lb

or $11/35lb case

Canadian Grown

$

/5lb bag

or $19/25lb bag

or $19/25lb bag

Kamloops BC Grown

58

3.98

/5lb bag

Kamloops BC Grown

¢

$

3.98

$ /lb

or $30/25lb case

2.98

Winfield BC Grown

Winfield BC Grown

Winfield BC Grown

Winfield BC Grown

Bosc Pears

Bartlett Pears

Prune Plums

Gala, Spartan & Macintosh Apples

¢

98

/lb

or $18/20lb case

98¢ /lb

or $18/20lb case

98¢

¢

88

/lb

/lb

or $18/20lb case

or $16/20lb case !

FRESHLY PICKED PRODUCE ARRIVES DAILY

740 FORTUNE DRIVE, KAMLOOPS

250-376-8618

/lb

or $19/10lb

SIGN-UP FOR THE

E-FLYER

ON OUR WEBSITE

WWW.NULEAFPRODUCEMARKET.COM