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MAKING STRIDES Students from Diamond Vale and Merritt Central elementary schools participated in a Terry Fox Run Challenge last Thursday, Oct. 2. The students ran from their school to the other and back with the help of volunteers from the Community Policing Office on traffic control. The schools also raised $480 for the Terry Fox Research Foundation. Above, from left: Payton Moffatt, Brayden Black, Nikita Blachford and Hayden Ellis run for the cause. Emily Wessel/Herald
City taking over airport fuelCity council approved spending
more than $50,000 over the initial expectation to upgrade Merritt’s air-port’s fuelling station, increasing its budget to do so.
At its regular council meeting last Tuesday, council approved by a vote of 6-1 to spend $100,000 to upgrade the Merritt airport fuelling station with a new one equipped with a point of sale (POS) payment system. Only Coun. Dave Baker was opposed in the vote.
Approximately $45,000 of the cost was budgeted for in 2014, but the remainder will come from the city’s reserves for future expendi-tures.
“The budget has been amended to allow this additional purchase,” City of Merritt financial services manager Ken Ostraat told the Her-ald.
Ostraat said the new system is going to be automated as opposed to the manual setup at the airport now, which has a user pay someone on-site for the fuel used.
The POS will essentially replace
a cash register with a computer, and will credit the city for the fuel directly through debit and credit card purchases.
Ostraat said the fuelling station itself will be replaced, but the tanks in the ground will remain, although some of the plumbing may change.
“It’ll be convenient for the people that are flying into the airport, so they don’t have to call somebody to come unlock the fuel pumps in order to access it,” Ostraat said, of the coming changes.
By Michael PotestioTHE HERALD
See ‘Change’ Page 3
Coun. Neil Menard puts hat in ring for mayor
Coun. Neil Menard is seeking a first term as mayor of the City of Merritt in the November election.
Menard was elected as a councillor in February in a byelection to fill one vacant seat on council.
He is also the president of the Merritt Centennials — a team both of his sons played for in the past.
Menard has resided in Merritt for over a decade,
and before that, spent time in the city on and off since the 1970s for his work in the forest industry.
He is the second person to officially put his name for-ward in the run for mayor, joining incumbent Susan Roline on the ballot.
The nomination period for the civic election ends tomorrow at 4 p.m.
General voting takes place Nov. 15.
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New owners take a swing at SagebrushWith a golden golf club,
Newmark Group chief oper-ating officer Nathan Schau-erte took a swing on his first day as the representative of the official new owner of the Sagebrush Golf and Sport-ing Club.
Saturday marked the official hand-off of the Quilchena-area golf course from receivership to the Langley-based development
construction company. Now closing out its sixth season, the golf course will
see action on its original vision as a golfing destination under Newmark’s charge. The takeover of Sage-brush marks Newmark Group’s first foray into golf
course ownership after about a year of negotiations with the court-appointed receiver.“I know some people wondered if a real estate development construction
company has much in the way of understanding the path to develop a golf course
and see it operate well,” Schauerte said.“Obviously, we love what we see, and we just want to
continue to evolve it.”Schauerte said New-mark’s main goal is to move forward with development at the property, which was
stop-and-go since its opening in 2009.
Helping steer that course will be the members of Four for Fore Investments Ltd. —
Val Rundans, Calvin Payne, Roy Jeffrey and Peter Jeffrey — who will sit on the Sage-brush Golf and Sporting Club’s advisory board. Four for Fore was the original group of investors
behind PGA-winner Richard Zokol’s idea of an exclusive golf club catering to the business elite. “To us, it keeps the flow,”
Schauerte said of retaining the four original investors on the board.
Schauerte also unveiled three architectural render-ings of planned improve-ments to Sagebrush: a new
entrance, expansion of the Badlands Patio and Grill, and a new temporary pro shop.
He said plans include cre-ating more of a destination feel, constructing a 32,000-square-foot clubhouse and hosting large-scale events such as weddings and corpo-
rate events.The expansion of the Badlands Patio and Grill will begin mid-month as this
season winds down, and is anticipated to be complete for the 2015 golf season.
By Emily WesselTHE [email protected]
See ‘Original’ Page 2
A new temporary pro shop is one of the plans Langley-based construction
company Newmark Group has in mind for Sagebrush Golf and Sporting Club.
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GREAT SCOT! It was a clash of cultures at the Culture Club on Granite Avenue Saturday night.
Scottish-born, Vancouver-based painter Jeff Wilson introduced his painting Western Front, which is based on a local heritage building, to the
crowd of people gathered for Oktoberfest. Wilson donated two pieces of art to auction off at the event, which was a fundraiser for the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council.
The Oktoberfest continued as a celebration of all things bratwurst and beer, supported by a healthy contingent of Scottish-Canadians who call
Merritt home.Emily Wessel/Herald
With a golden golf club, Newmark Group chief operating officer Nathan Schauerte took a swing on his first day as the representative of the official new owner of the Sagebrush Golf and Sporting Club.
Neither Patricia Heisler nor Nicho Willson expected to win as many scholastic awards as they did, but on Sept. 27, their hard work paid off.
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Initially, city staff planned to simply modify the existing fuelling station by making the necessary upgrades while continu-ing to use the tanks and pumps currently in use at the airport, and add-ing the POS system. The aviation supply company contracted for this initia-tive suggested going with additional upgrades.
The approved upgrades ensures the fuelling station is compliant with Mea-surement Canada’s stan-dards for reselling fuels, a City of Merritt council report stated. Measure-ment Canada is the federal organization responsible for ensuring accuracy
of measurements in the Canadian marketplace.
By spending the extra money to be compliant with federal regulations now, the city anticipates saving itself from having to pay more to make these changes in the future.
“In the long run, it probably would pay for itself and result in a better service for the people that are using the airport refu-elling station,” Ostraat told council.
The cost of this upgrade would be recov-ered from the city collect-ing future fuel sales at the airport, a report to city council stated.
“The taxpayers them-selves will not be out anything in the long run,”
Ostraat told the Herald.The city recently spent
money to upgrade the existing pump system.
Coun. Mike Goetz asked about the fate of the upgraded pump given the new system going in.
Public works manager Shawn Boven said that pump would need to be replaced, but staff have not examined what to do with it.
Coun. Dave Baker asked what kind of time-frame the city is facing before these improvements absolutely must be made.
Boven estimated five years, and said the pre-ferred upgrade would be a long-term solution that should last up to 25 years.
“Ultimately, what
would happen is, we’d be able to make do for the moment, but at some point in the future we’d probably have to do this $100,000 upgrade any-way,” Ostraat told the Herald.
City staff have been working to assume control of the fuelling station at the airport as directed by council, according to a City of Merritt council report.
Fuel sales at the airport have historically been handled by the Merritt Flying Club.
In 2013, Boven sent a letter to the Merritt Flying Club requesting records of the fuel dispensed by the club at the airport. The letter states the city was
considering options for managing the fuel dispens-ing system at the airport to benefit Merritt as a source of revenue.
Boven has said the city could bring in about $20,000 in revenue annu-ally by managing the fuel system itself.
Ostraat said this is the last year the Merritt Flying Club will be responsible for distributing fuel at the Merritt airport. He said the flying club will be compensated for whatever fuel is left in the tanks when the transition of fuel management to the city is complete.
“Essentially, the fuelling station — once we put the new facility in — will be ours,” Ostraat said.
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L’Estage wins record seventh PFR and CRCBy Ian WebsterTHE HERALD
The victories and titles just keep piling up for Canadian rally car driver Antoine L’Estage.
The 41-year-old native of St-Jean, Quebec won every stage of this week-end’s Pacific Forest Rally in Merritt to take his seventh PFR title in 11 years, and lock up the Canadian Rally Championship for a record-setting seventh time with two CRC races still to go.
Driving a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X, L’Estage and co-driver Alan Ockwell from Etobicoke, Ontario, took the lead on the very first section of this year’s PFR and never looked back.
The Team Yokohama twosome won every stage on the weekend, and finished a total of four minutes and two seconds ahead of second-place Team Subaru, comprised of Martin Rowe from Whistler and Halifax, Nova Scotia’s Nathalie Richard.
“[The PFR] is a rally
that I’ve always done well at,” L’Estage told Greg McPherson of Coyote Rallye Media Services fol-lowing the event. “Thanks to the hard work of [man-ager] John Buffen and all the members of my team, everything was again aligned for a great perfor-mance.
“Rally is an extreme sport,” L’Estage said. “We can never stop working in order to attain the level that is required to win rallies and titles in the Canadian
championship.”L’Estage, who now
has a total of 46 North American rally victories to his credit, went on to add, “When I started my rally career, I saw titles being won by the best drivers of that time and it seemed impossible to achieve. Today, thanks to my team, my co-drivers, sponsors and my family, this has become a reality [for me].
“Nobody has ever won seven Canadian champion-ships before, and I’m proud
to be the first driver to get there.”
L’Estage has won all four events in this year’s Canadian Rally Championship and can-not be caught in the points race with two races remaining — in Invermere, October 31 to November 1, and in Bancroft, Ontario on the November 28 to 29 weekend.
The 2014 PFR win also gave L’Estage’s co-driver Ockwell enough points to move into the ‘Grand
Master’ category, a presti-gious honour in the world of Canadian rally racing.
In third place, and just over 10 minutes back of the winners, was the driv-ing team of Derik Nelson and Adam Newell, both from Washington State. Remarkably, they achieved a top-three finish while driving a rear two-wheel-drive BMW M3.
A total of 19 cars out of a field of 36 starters managed to finish this year’s challenging 10-stage Pacific Forest Rally, which saw four sections run late Friday afternoon and eve-ning and another six stages completed on a very busy Saturday that lasted over 12 hours.
Many of the 17 vehicles that were forced to ‘retire’ from competition did so because of engine failures and broken parts. There were also three accidents that saw cars and pas-sengers involved in either rollovers or collisions with inanimate objects. There were no serious injuries.
CHAMPAGNE SPLASH Canadian rally car driver Antoine L’Estage (right) celebrates his record-set-ting seventh national title with co-driver Alan Ockwell after winning the 2014 Pacific Forest Rally in Merritt on the weekend. Photo courtesy of Rally America
See ‘2014 PFR’ Page 22
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Next council meeting: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014Council agendas and minutes at www.merritt.ca
City of Merritt ★ 2185 Voght Street, Box 189Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 ★ Phone: 250-378-4224
NOTICE OF ADVANCED POLLSThe next general local government election is November 15, 2014. Advanced Polls will be conducted on Wednesday, November 05, 2014 and Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Special Voting opportunities will be conducted on Thursday, November 13, 2014 for those residents at the Florentine, Nicola Meadows, Gillis House and the Nicola Valley Hospital.
You can vote in the election in Merritt if you: Are a Canadian citizen * • Are 18 years of age or older on general voting day • Have lived in B.C. for at least six (6) months. (Since May 13, 2014)• Have lived in Merritt for at least thirty (30) days. (Since Oct 15, 2014) • Are not disqualified by law from voting •
All Merritt residents who meet these requirements can vote. It does not matter whether you rent or own your home. If you own property in Merritt but live somewhere else in BC, you can also vote in Merritt elections. This is called being a “non-resident property elector.” As such, you can vote, as long as you:
Are a Canadian citizen* • Are 18 years of age or older on general voting day • Have lived in B.C. for at least six (6) months. (Since May 13, 2014)• Have owned real estate in Merritt, registered in your name, for at least thirty • (30) days. (Since Oct 15, 2014) Are not disqualified by law from voting•
Non-resident property electors can vote only once, regardless of the number of properties they own. If there is more than one registered owner of a property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the other owners, register as a non-resident property elector.
*Landed immigrants who are not yet Canadian citizens are not permitted to vote in civic elections. *Corporations are not entitled to vote.
You are required to produce two (2) pieces of identification (at least one must provide a signature) in order to prove residency and identity.
Acceptable forms of identification include:BC Driver’s License • BC Identification Card • BC CareCard or Gold CareCard • ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents • Citizenship Card • Merritt Property Tax Notice • Social Insurance Card • Credit or Debit Card • Utility Bill •
Carole FraserChief Election Officer(250) 378-8614
NOTICE
CANDIDATE INFORMATION
The Local General Election is set for Saturday, November 15, 2014 to elect one (1) Mayor and six (6) Councillors to City Council and three (3) School Trustees to the Board of School District No. 58.
The official list of candidates will be announced October 20, 2014.
INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR CITY COUNCIL?Nomination packages including information and nomination forms will be available at City Hall starting on Friday, August 22, 2014.
To qualify to be nominated, a person must be:Age eighteen (18) years or older on November 15, 2014;• A Canadian citizen;• A resident of British Columbia for the past six months; and• Not disqualified from voting in an election in B.C., being nominated, • elected or holding office
You do not have to live within the municipal boundaries of the City of Merritt.
You must be nominated in writing by two (2) qualified electors of the City of Merritt in order to run for Mayor or Councillor or School Trustee.
Nomination forms must be filed in person during the Nomination Pe-riod which runs from 9:00 am on Tuesday, September 30 to 4:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2014.
Those who may be interested in running for Merritt City Council can receive in-formation about Municipal government, the role of Council, time commitment of a Council Member and what to expect if elected.
Contact UsCarole Fraser, Chief Election Officer 250-378-8614 [email protected]
PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, October 14th, 2014 at 7:00PM
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday October 14th 2014 in the Council Chambers at Merritt City Hall, located at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC with respect to the following proposed updated zoning bylaw:
APPLICANT: City of Merritt
Zoning Bylaw No. 2134, 2013 will replace the City’s Zoning Bylaw 1894, 2004. This new zoning bylaw is a comprehensive overhaul and includes mapping changes indicating which properties have new zoning designations; and text changes with updates to General Regulations, Definitions, Development Regulations, Specific-Use Regulations, Screening and Landscaping, and Parking/Loading requirements. A copy of the proposed new Zoning Bylaw and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm on October 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and including 14th, 2014 at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, or online at www.merritt.ca
Anyone who wishes to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed new Zoning Bylaw 2134. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submissions must be received NO LATER THAN 4:00PM FRIDAY OCTOBER 10th 2014, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing.
Written submission can be provided by any of the following methods:BY EMAIL: [email protected] IN PERSON: City Hall 2185 Voght Street BY FAX: 250-378-2600 BY MAIL:City of Merritt, Planning & Development Services Manager, PO Box 189, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
All submissions must include your name and street address. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning and Development Services Manager at 250-378-8620 or at [email protected]
This Notice is published in accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act. Note: this is the second of two consecutive Public Notices Dated this 9th day of October 2014
City of Merritt - Request for Proposal
Provision of Free WIFI Services in Downtown CoreThe City of Merritt invites proposals from qualified companies for the provision of free WIFI services in the City public areas and facilities, within the downtown core. Copies of the RFP document can be found on the City of Merritt website: www. merritt.ca or can be obtained at Merritt City Hall – 2185 Voght St., Merritt, BC.
Sealed proposals marked: City of Merritt Free WIFI Project, RFP 10/14 will be accepted until 2:00pm local time, Thursday, October 23rd, 2014.
The City of Merritt reserves the right to waive any formalities in any proposal, or reject any or all proposals or accept the proposal deemed most favourable in the interests of the City.
Contact:Larry Plotnikoff, Leisure Services [email protected]
JOB POSTING: Full-Time Aquatic Supervisor
The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of Aquatic Supervisor on a permanent basis at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre.
For complete posting, please visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca
Cover letters with attached resume’s and copies of qualifi cations should be submitted no later than 4:00pm Friday, October 17, 2014 to:
Carole Fraser, Human Resources Manager - City of MerrittPO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
Or by email: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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City buys trailer at Claybanks RV ParkAt its regular meeting last
Tuesday, city council approved purchasing a mobile home at Claybanks RV Park for $44,000.
The City of Merritt owns the Claybanks RV Park, but doesn’t own the mobile home in which the park’s office is locat-ed. That trailer is owned and occupied by the park’s current contractor, who is not renewing as operator of the park.
A stipulation of the expiring contract was that this mobile
home be purchased at fair mar-ket value once the contract was terminated.
Coun. Mike Goetz asked if the trailer already has CSA approval for its electrical wiring, which City of Merritt financial services manger Ken Ostraat said staff would ensure is in place before the purchase goes through.
Chief administrative offi-cer Allan Chabot said the city agreed to a price of $44,000 and that any additional cost a
CSA certification might incur would be the responsibility of the outgoing contractor and not the city.
Staff requested council retain ownership of the trailer and include it as a portion of the compensation for a new park operator.
The purchase of the trailer was not budgeted for in the 2014 budget, and the funds for it will come from the city’s reserves for future expenditures account.
www.merrittherald.com 6 • THURSDAY, October 9, 2014
During its budget delib-erations in April, the City of Kamloops decided to go ahead with an increase to the cost of its dog licensing program.
That $5 hike went into effect last week, bringing the cost of licensing an unfixed dog to $65 and a fixed pooch to $30 a year.
That city also has a category for nuisance or aggressive dogs, which cost $105 to licence. A
dog with a dangerous dog designation — meaning it’s mauled or killed an animal or human — will cost nearly double that to license.
The revenue from those licences is used, in part, for upgrades to the city’s network of dog-friendly parks, which includes 15 off-leash dog parks. Those improvements are worth in the neighbourhood of $35,000, and include light-ing, signs and even toys for dogs.
The City of Kamloops issues something like 7,000 licences for pooches a year.
Those little tags mean city officials can track down where the dog belongs should it ever somehow escape.
While it is a good idea to have your information associated with your pet (they are yours, after all),
it’s also a mandatory pro-gram that dog owners are expected to participate in.
In Merritt, the dog licensing program is man-datory as well, though it’ll cost you less than up the highway.
Neutered and spayed dogs in Merritt are $15 to licence, while their unfixed counterparts are $30.
However, if you have a dangerous dog, a licence will cost you $1,000 a year and they’ll get a special, distinctive tag. (The pro-cess of designating a “dan-gerous dog” is not clear, but the category exists in the city’s bylaws in writing, anyway.)
According to a report by the city’s bylaw officer included in the Sept. 24 council meeting agenda package, the City of Mer-ritt has issued 483 dog licences this year.
That’s a lot of dogs, but it’s certainly not all the pet dogs in Merritt.
Besides being a requirement of living in city limits, licensing your dog means in the event it escapes, it can be returned.
Dogs can be crafty little weasels, and slip out from underneath the noses of even the most attentive owners.
Sure, people could go and get their own dog tags made up without register-ing them with the city, but then it wouldn’t be a revenue stream benefiting public coffers.
Interestingly, the City of Kamloops also runs a voluntary cat registration program. Participating in that program will set a cat owner back $40 one time, instead of yearly, and the city will issue a tag with a
licence number linked to owners’ information just like with the dog program.
In other parts of Can-ada, there are many other cities that have made cat licensing mandatory.
In Edmonton, it’ll set you back $20 a year to licence your kitty — $75 if it’s not fixed.
Calgary’s cat and dog licensing program applies to all those four-legged fur-balls over three months old, as opposed to the standard six.
The City of Regina offers a hefty discount for kittens under six months old, spayed/neutered cats, and show cats with the proper documentation.
The City of Winnipeg is starting up its manda-tory cat licensing program in January 2015.
HERALD OPINION
Oil a slippery slope for cities
VICTORIA – Every year when B.C.’s municipal politicians get together to preach to the provin-cial cabinet, there comes a point in the maze of resolutions where things go sideways.
Last year it was a misinformed, impossible demand to ban all trac-es of genetic engineering. Before that they thumbed their mobile phones and denounced wireless power meters. Both votes passed by narrow margins in a half-empty chamber, with many delegates focused on the serious community issues they are elected to address.
This year it was a charge led by Burnaby to denounce the pro-posed Trans Mountain oil pipeline expansion. And this time it was defeated.
Credit for this sudden attack of common sense goes largely to North Cowichan Coun. Al Sie-bring. Here’s part of his address to the recent Union of B.C. Munici-palities convention in Whistler:
“Ladies and gentlemen, we are elected to handle things like roads and water and sewer and land use, police, fire, garbage. We’re not here to talk about social policy, child poverty or heaven forbid, pipelines.
“Those kinds of things dilute our credibility as an organization. We’re becoming a social policy activist group rather than a group of municipal politicians.
“Half of this resolutions book is stuff that’s outside of our pur-view…. If you want to do social policy, get your butt elected to the provincial legislature.”
Burnaby, New Westminster, Victoria and Vancouver were undeterred. In tax-rich urban cen-tres one can make a living at local politics. And grandstanding works.
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Burnaby Coun. Nick Volkow rattled off a jumbled history of refineries in his region, noting that the sole surviving Chevron plant is bringing in crude by trucks and trains because the 60-year-old pipeline is over-subscribed. He didn’t explain how stopping a pipe-line upgrade would keep it open, or improve oil safety.
Volkow repeated the pro-tester myth that a new pipe-line would introduce diluted bitumen to the coast. Trans Mountain started shipping
dilbit in the late 1980s.Kamloops Mayor Peter
Milobar and others from along the Interior pipeline route pointed out another flaw. If southern cities want to wander outside their mandate to make this ges-ture, why target only this pipeline and ignore rail lines and highways that cross the same rivers and streams?
Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan boasted that after his first court challenge to the National Energy Board was tossed out, his high-priced eco-lawyer found a constitutional angle. Cha-
ching!Meanwhile, professional
protesters bike-lock their necks to the fence at Burna-by’s Westridge oil terminal, and a radical Simon Fraser University professor revives his Occupy Vancouver team to step up the ground war if courts falter.
The comedy of all this was illustrated by Coun. Robin Cherbo from Nel-son, who assured delegates he uses synthetic oil in his vehicle. Is that derived from organic sunflowers? And what significance does that gesture have compared
with the gasoline and jet fuel that carried 1,200 delegates to Whistler?
Cherbo assumes that Ottawa can simply direct Alberta’s oil industry to start refining all the heavy oil there. Half a century into this industrial mega-project, this stuff should just be banned from pipelines. Peace, man.
This is why election-time posturing by local politi-cians is a slippery slope. Not only do they lack authority, they and their staff lack the required expertise and infor-mation.
The Trans Mountain pipeline starts in Alberta and branches into the U.S. It is by definition federal jurisdiction. NEB hearings on its expansion continue, with expert input, especially on shipping risks, from the B.C. government, Green MLA Andrew Weaver and others.
Municipal politicians should pipe down and defend their own perfor-mance.
Tom Fletcher is legislature report-er and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
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Municipal politics no place for pipelines
Other cities on the by-no-means-exhaustive mandatory cat licence list include Toronto, Thunder Bay, Barrie, Saskatoon, Oshawa, Stony Plain and Medi-cine Hat.
All of these munici-palities can also impose fines on those with-out licences for their pets, who are, after all, breaking the city’s bylaws.
The cost of licensing a pet should be on the list of things prospec-tive pet owners consider before investing in a dog (or cat, depending on where you live).
After all, responsible pet ownership goes far beyond food and vet bills.
Pet insurance can help cover unexpected vet bills, but it’s a buyer-beware market out there, just like with other types of insur-
ance. Some research beforehand could save you a lot of trouble if your dog isn’t cov-ered for a pre-existing condition or on travels outside of the country (lucky dog).
While critics may say these associated costs are nickel-and-diming pet owners and even discouraging pet own-ership, I’m reluctant to paint it with such a simple brush.
These programs hold owners somewhat accountable for the behaviour of their pets in shared spaces, and can reunite a pet owner with their beloved ani-mal in the event the pet makes a desperate bid for a life of leash-less freedom.
A pet is a big com-mitment, and $30 is chump change when it comes to the care of a dog in the long term — furry, loveable money pits that pets are.
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Permissive tax exemptions changing; lead briefs
Certain property tax-exempt organizations in Merritt will no longer possess that immunity after 2015 as a new permissive tax policy adopted by council in June goes into effect.
Under this new policy, not-for-profit organizations that sell liquor specific to the portion of property used for retail, and philanthropic or religious groups occupying properties more than one acre in size will no longer be completely exempt from property taxes.
Organizations subject to this change include the Merritt Golf and Country Club, Royal Canadian Legion #96, Merritt Curling Club and Nicola Valley Native Lodge Society — which hasn’t provided financial state-ments or proven to have ser-vices open to and used mainly by residents to meet permissive tax exemption requirements.
City of Merritt deputy financial services manager Ben Currie recommended council give notice to the organizations that will be impacted by the change that 2015 will be the last year they are property tax-
exempt. They will also have the opportunity to make an appeal if they choose to change their operations to comply with the policy.
At its regular meeting last Tuesday, city council approved the first three readings of the City of Merritt’s permissive tax exemption bylaw, exempting the properties in question for one more year. Council also amended the bylaw to include Interior Community Services on the list of tax-exempt prop-erties.
The parameters of the tax policy are used by council to consider an application from organizations providing chari-table, philanthropic and not-for-profit services.
City to spend $69,000 on new utility machine
The City of Merritt pub-lic works department will be spending almost $69,000 of its 2014 budget to buy a multi-purpose utility work machine.
The new piece of equip-ment will allow the city to decommission a Case tractor and John Deere front mower, which are both at the end of their life cycles. Part of the deal affords the city a $5,000 credit against the purchase price of the utility vehicle for the total trade-in value of the two pieces.
The exact cost of the pur-chase came in slightly under budget at $68,880 plus tax.
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How much should you spend when you’re retired? Inter-esting question. Even if you have a high net worth, you will face uncertainty over how much you can afford to spend in retirement – especially if you are a retired business owner or professional because you may have little in the way of guaranteed pension income, thus present-ing you with the chal-lenge of determining a sustainable draw on your investments. Fac-tors such as market variability, inflation and taxes only add to the uncertainty.
So, whether you’re already retired or soon to shut the office door for the last time, here is a six step plan to help put your retirement spend-ing concerns to rest by determining your retirement income longevity.
Step 1: Prepare a personal profile The level and fre-
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• Your investment profile – for example, if you are a conserva-tive investor, you would expect a lower return than a more aggressive investor, and there-fore your withdrawals should be lower.
• Your years in retirement – your retirement could span 40 years and, gener-ally, a longer dura-tion requires a more prudent withdrawal strategy.
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Add up your expected expenses – both essential and dis-cretionary.
Step 4: Bridge the gap
Calculate the gap between your income from all sources out-side your personal retirement savings and your expenses.
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requirementsDetermine the
amount you need to withdraw from your personal retirement savings/investments to bridge the gap between your income from ‘other’ sources and your expenses.
Step 6: Make adjustments
If your expected withdrawal rate is not sustainable, based on the projected returns
from your current savings and invest-ments, you will need to re-evaluate your reg-istered and non-reg-istered portfolio with the aim of improving returns – or you may need to reduce the scope of your retire-ment plans.
Work with your professional advisor to develop a personal plan that takes into account all of these factors and provides peace of mind. Very often, a high net worth individual will discover that they can afford to spend much more than they thought.
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When Capt. John Foster Paton Nash went to war in August 1914, he left the Nicola Valley a middle-aged bachelor and British Columbia a new hus-band.
His English bride, Eleanor Flora Wilson, had been in the valley since the spring, visit-ing a sister. Nash had been in the valley since at least 1901.
They married Aug. 17 in a Church of England ceremony in St. Paul’s, Kamloops. He was 48 years old and she was 29.
Eleanor and “Jack” Nash passed most of their married life apart.
They may have had 10 days together in Kamloops, but only as his duties as an officer of the 31st Regiment, B.C. Horse permitted. The special train orga-nized by the Canadian government to take B.C. volunteers to the Valcartier training camp in Quebec left Kamloops on Aug. 27.
They may have kept each other’s company in the fall of 1914 and the winter of 1914-15 in the United King-dom. Each member of the first Canadian con-tingent of the Canadi-an Expeditionary Force who trained in the Salisbury Plain camps was allowed up to six days’ leave while there. (She was in the U.K. from October.)
They had three opportunities to keep each other’s company after his battalion left the U.K. for the con-tinent. He took three leaves in 1915 and 1916. Canadian offi-cers serving in Belgium and France routinely passed their leaves in the British Isles.
The couple passed the first anniversary of their marriage apart. His battalion was in Belgium on Aug. 17, 1915, in the trenches. She was in the United Kingdom, in Devon.
Jack and Eleanor never celebrated a second anniversary.
John Foster Paton Nash was killed on April 23, 1916 in the trenches, circumstances not recorded. He died one day after his 50th birth-day.
What Jack Nash did as a man in the Nicola Valley he did out of doors. He was a ranch-er, according to his attestation, or enlist-ment, form. He was a fire warden, accord-ing to his marriage certificate. He was the fire warden for Aspen Grove, according to a news story about his death.
The earliest record-ed year of Jack Nash’s residency in British Columbia is 1897. He was a rancher in Grande Prairie, later Westwold, in the Hen-derson’s British Columbia Gazetteer and Directory for 1898.
In 1900, he volun-teered for Strathcona’s Horse in Kamloops. (He reported his occupation as “cow-puncher.”)
Discharged in the spring of 1901, he was in the Nicola Valley by the end of the year. On Dec. 2 he asked the military authorities in Ottawa to send his Boer War campaign medals to Quilchena, Nicola Lake, “my address.”
He probably passed his years in the Nicola Valley agreeably enough. He was an officer with the militia regiment, B.C. Horse. His closest compan-
ions, accordingly, were more likely than not older men like him who had experienced military service and were interested in repeating it and young-er men who wanted to
be like them.Employment with
the provincial govern-ment, as a fire warden, probably meant a regular income, at least seasonally. And he met, in the valley, a woman who would share his life — always an agree-able experience.
Capt. John Foster Paton Nash is buried in Railway Dugouts Buri-al Ground in Belgium.
Mike Sasges is a direc-tor for the Nicola Valley Museum. This profile is the first in a series of profiles of men from the Nicola Valley who died in the Great War battle to commemorate their contri-bution to Canada. He is inviting valley residents to collaborate in creating profiles of the val-ley’s war dead. He can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at 378-6982.
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Hastily wed, quickly separated by war
The Nicola Valley Museum has custody of a number of Jack Nash images. He’s the man in uniform standing at the left and enjoy-ing a light moment, occasion and date not recorded, with “Miss McPhaile,” “Mrs. Meikle” and James Thompson, the B.C. Horse chaplain and St. Michael and St. John the Baptist (Church of England) parish priest. Photo courtesy of the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives
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Throne speech focuses on LNG
VICTORIA – Pre-mier Christy Clark’s government launched its fall legislative ses-sion Monday with a speech from the throne offering prog-ress on resource trade, partnership with aboriginal people and labour peace with public school teachers.
The speech described B.C. fol-lowing the same path to Asia for liquefied natural gas as it did in expanding lum-ber trade when the U.S. housing market declined.
“Like forestry, B.C.’s natural gas industry has relied on exports to the United States,” said the speech, read by Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon. “But the American shale gas revolution has meant the export south has dried up – and is never coming back.”
The gas industry employs 1,700 people in the Fort Nelson area alone, and can be maintained only by reaching Asian mar-kets. The speech notes that Chinese LNG consumption rose by
a fifth in the first half of 2014.
“This is a chance – not a windfall,” the speech notes, after one of the leading invest-ment groups warned of shifting conditions that could delay its participation.
Clark told reporters after the speech that talks continue with Petronas, leader of one of the largest of 15 current LNG pro-posals, with a pipeline and gas export facili-ties planned for the B.C. north coast.
“We are good at negotiating in this gov-ernment,” Clark said. “We’ve got a good record. We’re going to keep negotiating hard.”
The government plans to table frame-work legislation this month to define the environmental stan-dards and tax struc-ture for the industry, which has more than a dozen international players considering LNG development.
NDP leader John Horgan said it’s been a year since the gov-ernment first promised a tax structure for LNG, and now with a deadline looming at of the end of October,
Clark is trying to back away from 2013 elec-tion promises to retire B.C.’s debt and slash taxes based on LNG revenue.
“I think we gave away our bargaining power when it comes to liquefied natural gas,” Horgan said.
“Everyone in the sec-tor knows that the premier is way out on a branch and made commitments that she cannot keep.”
The speech described the recent six-year labour agree-ment with B.C. teach-ers after a strike that
stretched from spring to the early weeks of the fall school term.
“British Columbia can look forward to five years of labour peace,” the speech said. “This is unprec-edented. We cannot let this opportunity pass.”
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biofuel plant is on the verge of beginning production in Merritt.
The B.C.-based clean-technology com-pany recently under-went a public consulta-tion process, resulting in the approval of an air emissions discharge permit from the Minis-try of Environment.
Diacarbon presi-dent Jerry Ericsson said the company is still doing construc-tion, working on the control system and programming for the plant’s equipment.
He said once open, it will operate with 25 full-time employees.
Ericsson said the public consultation process the company underwent over the summer yielded good feedback.
“There [were] a number of people that
had to be consulted with and notified of our plans, and we did everything that we could to talk to every-one about that and tried to engage the public as much as pos-sible,” Ericsson said.
Ralph Adams, Min-istry of Environment meteorologist, told the Herald he learned from Diacarbon’s public consultation process that people were con-cerned with the issue of fugitive dust — air-borne particles that could be stirred up directly or indirectly by human activity.
Adams said the biofuel plant will have little impact in adding to those levels, and it is not expected to contribute greatly to Merritt’s level of PM 2.5, which is particu-late matter less than 2.5 microns in diam-eter that humans can breathe in.
He said the fugitive
dust issue is one for the whole of Merritt and is caused primar-ily by unpaved road shoulders and the local mills.
To help mitigate fugitive dust concern, Diacarbon is paving the site of its plant.
Modelling done on the plant suggests Merritt will con-tinue to meet the B.C. Ambient Air Qual-ity Objective of eight micrograms per cubic metre for PM 2.5 on an annual average basis once Diacarbon is up and running.
Later this year, Diacarbon will engage in stack testing, which is a tool used to ensure a facility is compliant with emissions limits, Adams said. He said the tests will determine the efficiency and low emissions of the bio-plant belt dryer that have been promoted.
“If this works as well as everyone says,
it literally changes the pellet industry over-night,” Adams said, noting belt dryers would then essentially set the standard for future development in the pellet industry.
Belt dryers are an improvement over the alternative rotary drum dryers because they operate at lower temperatures and use natural gas to dry pellets as opposed to burning them, Adams said.
Ericsson said their Stela belt dryer will be the first commercially used one in B.C.
Diacarbon will also be setting up its biocoal producing tor-refaction side of the plant, which will be a first in B.C., Adams said.
Ericsson said the torrefaction side of the plant is entering con-struction and should be operational by the new year.
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LaRGE LoT
#2295 $239,000
Immaculate 3 bedrm home on 0.27 acre lot, nicely landscaped in Lower Nicola. Has has open concept kitchen with eating bar, skylight & lots of cupboards. Living room with gas F/P. Fenced backyard.
GaRDEnER’s PaRaDisE
#2285 $168,500
Remarkable 2 bedroom home with mature landscaping and private backyard with patio. Home features newer kitchen & bathroom, furnace upgrade, 2 skylights for natural light, and 2 outbuildings.
BeAuTiFullY FiniSHeD
#2304 $224,900
In excellent location across from park. Refinished virtually everything inside & out. New windows, doors, furnace, HW tank, U/F sprinkling, woodstove, deck, garage, kitchen cabinets & more.
ThREE LEvEL sPLiT
#2121 $325,000
Executive 3 level split family home with stunning view of the valley. Has a grand living rm and dining rm with large vaulted ceilings, open kitchen concept with sunken family rm. 3 bedrms up, large master suite. Upgrades include new bathrm, windows & more.
GooD LoCaTion
#2276 $159,900
Great starter home in good neighbourhood, close to shopping & arena. Fenced yard with single garage. Basement has a second living quarters for your inlaws.
BaCkYaRD oasis
#2250 $264,900
This 4 bedrm home has a recently remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters & new appliances. Bathrms have been redone. Enjoy the solarium that overlooks the backyard garden, pool & pond.
LoWER niCoLa
#2186 $214,900
2 bedrm home on its own 0.23 acre lot. Home is very neat with new siding, shingled roof, skirting with insulation & 14x28 garage. Has an enclosed deck & porch. Yard is fully fenced with workshop, RV parking & garden area.
lArge FAMilY HoMe
#2183 $445,000
Spacious 5 bedroom home with huge master bedrm with jet tub in ensuite, open kitchen & family room, Cherry stained cabinets in kitchen, 2 huge sundeck in private backyard plus covered sitting area.
oPEn ConCEPT DEsiGn
#2185 $79,000
3 bedrm modular home with ground level entry. Extra room for hobby, storage or family room. Quiet location on large lot privately fenced with garden area. Central A/C, newer vinyl siding, thermal pane windows and many upgrades.
GooD sTaRTER hoME
#2110 $119,900
Very clean home with 3 bedrooms up 2 baths, new file and newer flooring in living room, newer countertops in kitchen. Has covered carport in back with lane access. Upgraded to 100 amp.
invEsToRs
#2199 $628,800
Great opportunity of 6 strata title townhomes, all within walking distance to downtown & close to all amenities. Being sold below assessed value at $89,828 per unit. All are currently rented.
invEsTMEnT
#2314 $155,000
Must sell fast! Revenue property with 3 bedrooms up and 2 down, central location, close to schools. Home has 2 kitchens, 2 baths. Currently rents for $1400/month + utilities.
LoWER niCoLa
#2299 $229,000
Private setting, spacious 1820 sq.ft. rancher with 3 bedrms, 1.5 bath, freshly painted & 3 pce ensuite. Great views off deck, 7 well producing fruit trees, and is close to elementary school.
EXCELLEnT LoCaTion
#2214 $299,900
Home has 2 full floors plus bsmt, 2 car garage and legal 2 bedrm daylight rental suite on main with rear entrance. Bright kitchen with island, living rm with gas F/P. Nice covered deck in back.
sun vaLLEY CouRT
#2160 $199,000
Nice 3 bedrm, 2.5 bath townhouse with very unique floor plan. Main fl oor has lots of natural sunlight & large bay window & gas F/P in living rm. Kitchen has newer appliances, tile backsplash & fl ooring. Has been prof. painted up & down. Move in ready.
invEsToRs
#2289 $319,900
Good revenue property. Side by side duplex of 1600 sq.ft., 5 bedrms and 2 baths per side. New furnace, 100 amp upgrade and separate backyard. Total income is $1868. Tenants pay utilities.
BeAuTiFullY lAnDSCApeD
#2050 $329,900
Large family home with 4 bedrms, open design, bright kitchen, central A/C. Huge, fenced backyard with sundeck and large garden area, plus double garage and deactivated 2 bedrm suite in bsmt.
unFiniSHeD HoMe
#2311 $195,000
A diamond in the rough. Unfinished house on 2 city lots, close to the river, with private yard. This house is in the rough framing stage and is a renovation and will need a new building permit to complete.
DEsiRaBLE LoCaTion
#2297 $369,000
Spacious family home with 5 bedrms up, 2 down, 3 baths, formal living room with gas F/P, jetted tub in ensuite. Upgraded paint and most flooring. All appliances stay. 2 bedrm inlaw suite.
sPaCious MoBiLE
#1967 $74,500
2 bedrm mobile in one of the nicest parks. 1 bedrm on each end with an open concept kitchen eating area & living rm in the center. The addition has a large enclosed porch & family rm.
iMMaCuLaTE RanChER
#2283 $299,900
4 bedrm, 2 bath home on the Bench, meticulously maintained with many upgrades such as windows, doors, furnace, HW tank in 2011 and central A/C. Private backyard, lots of extra parking.
CoRnER LoT
#2213 $199,000
5 bedrm home within walking distance to downtown & amenities. 2 storey home with single garage. 3 bedrms up, 2 down, large family room with a small kitchenette.
GooD LoCaTion
#2308 $315,000
Large family home with many upgrades. 3 bedrms up, 2 down with inlaw suite. Owners has put in a wood burning stove, HW tank in 2012, insulation, BI vac & water filtration system. The backyard has beautiful flower beds and front yard has fish pond & U/G sprinklers.
5 LEvEL hoME
#2258 $389,900
Perfect home for a large family. Possible 5 bedrm house in great area with with big yard, nice back deck & gazebo and double garage with 10 ft high doors. Lots of extra park with 1.5 lots.
invEsToRs
#2197 $59,900
Perfect for investors, young people, retired couple. Nice 1 bedroom apartment in a well managed building, on bus route and close to corner store. Building has elevator and easy access.
LoCaTED in nEW suBDivision
#2318 $339,000
New 3 bedroom home in great location. Features country kitchen, open floor plan on the main with all bedrms on upper floor. Main floor had powder, 2nd floor has 4 pce bath and master bedrm has W/I closet & 5 pce ensuite. Double garage. Includes appliances package.
in LoWER niCoLa
#2264 $189,900
Beautifully renovated inside & out. Spacious 4 bedrm home on 0.25 acres with a fully manicured lawn & U/G sprinklers. Features new bathrm, new flooring, paint new windows, siding, furnace & more.
WaLk To shoPPinG
#2325 $189,000
This 4 bedrm home is bright & cherry with some recent upgrades of HW tank, some windows & flooring. Private fenced backyard with lane access. Quick possession.
in LoWER niCoLa
#2233 $514,900
Quality built home with 3 bedrms up, country kitchen, full bsmt with family room & work area. Beautifully landscaped 0.44 ac lot with gazebo, attached garage & 32x28 detached shop & shed.
aDuLT oRiEnTED sTRaTa
#2151 $224,900
One of the nicest gated communities in Merritt with views of the Nicola River. Has 3 bedrms, 2 baths, open design living, gas F/P, galley kitchen with nook, laundry on main, hobby & rec.rm down.
GREaT viEWs
#2235 $479,000
Spacious 4 bedrm + den, 3 bath home with newer S/S appliances in gourmet kitchen, dining & living rooms adjoin a walk-out balcony. The walkout bsmt has wet bar & games room. Lot of parking.
EXECuTivE hoME
#2244 $499,900
Executive 6 bedrm family home in excellent location with panoramic views. Great curb appeal and grandiose floor plan. Features Jacobi HW flooring, slate tile, 2 gas F/P’s, extra large kitchen, large master bedrm with 5 pce ensuite, and an inlaw suite
LoCaTion, LoCaTion
#2290 $249,900
Clean, spacious heritage home with large rooms, newer flooring & kitchen cabinets. Newer vinyl windows, walk-in soaker tub with shower in main. U/G sprinklers, detaching 1 car garage.
TRiPLE GaRaGE
#2187 $537,000
Quality built view home offers approx. 4000 sq.ft. on 3 levels. Large chef’s kitchen with all appliances, family rm open to large balcony, 4 bedrms, 3 baths. Fully finished basement.
QuiET LoCaTion
#2111 $289,000
Huge 180,000 sq.ft. lot with private yard & fruit trees, fish pond & garden area. The 4 bedrm, 3 bath home is a 3 level split with fully fin. Bsmt, 12x13 sunroom and lots of parking.
invEsToRs
#2287 $268,000
Large 6 bedroom home in good area, close to school. 3 bedrooms up, 3 down, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, huge sundeck, fenced backyard, skylights and double garage.
aTTEnTion invEsToRs
#2163 $649,000
4 separately titled side by side duplexes, a total of 8 units rentable. Some long term tenants. Each side has 2 bedrms, 1 bath, kitchen & living room, Fenced backyards. Newer roof, 100 amp service.
nEWER aPaRTMEnT
#2312 $139,000
Urban living in one of the finest strata developments. Nice one bedrm apartment with granite counters, shaker style kitchen cabinets & incl. appliances. Clean and ready to move into.
niCE sTRaTa uniT
#2192 $59,000
Why rent when you can own? 2 bedroom strata unit with balcony and storage. Large living and dining room. Great for retirees or first time buyers. Strata fees are $212.70 per month.
nEWER RanChER
#2278 $299,000
3 bedroom rancher with 1800 sq.ft., open design kitchen with all appliances, HW floors, crown mouldings, 9 ft ceilings, and a bonus room above the garage. Fenced backyardwith shed.
QuiET LoCaTion
#2226 $339,900
Clean & bright 3 bedrm rancher with full bsmt, vaulted ceilings, large open kitchen with new countertops, family rm with gas F/P, 2 car garage, RV parking with sani-dump and a private backyard.
DETaChED shoP
#2234 $229,000
Great rural setting on 0.35 acres with creek. Enjoy the country style home with 2 bedrmsup, 1 down, bsmt renovated with new carpets, paint & HW tank. Open concept kitchen, galleykitchen, large living room.
EXTRa LaRGE LoT
#2167 $135,000
Older 2 bedroom home in nice neighbourhood,
close to the downtown. An extra large 13,780
sq.ft. lot with subdivision potential. Lane
access, huge backyard with single garage.
oPPoRTuniTY
#2098 $99,900
Good corner lot on a quiet street with plenty
of room to build a shop. This 2 bedroom
home is awaiting your ideas. Home needs
some TLC, but is priced accordingly.
oVer 12,000 SQ.FT. loT
#2298 $345,000
5 bedrm home in good area. Main floor has been upgraded with HW floors, kitchen counters & paint. Open design kitchen, 3 bedrms up, 2 down, huge living rm with rock F/P plus airtight woodstove in bsmt.
aMaZinG hoME
#2164 $535,000
Quality built, open & bright home on 3 levels with 5 bedrms + den, 3.5 baths, on demand HW heat, den/office with coffered ceiling & large windows, chef style kitchen with granite counters, large island & much more.
FAnTASTiC VAlleY VieWS
#2209 $474,900
Impressive home with breathtaking views from the huge wrap around deck. Features beautiful oak doors, 4 bedrms, 3 baths, full finished basement, large family & games rooms. Bathrooms has been refurbished with vintage tub & high end faucets.
niCE LoCaTion
#2265 $249,000
3 bedroom home, perfect for first time buyers. Two bedrooms up, 1 down. Has single detached garage, fenced backyard and several fruit trees. Lots of parking for your toys.
aMaZinG viEWs
#2267 $429,000
Beautifully decorated 6 yr old home with HW floors, open concept kitchen with S/S appliances & gas cookstove. Spacious deck off kitchen. 2 bedrms up, 2 down & 3 baths, family room & large theatre room.
iMMaCuLaTE RanChER
#2227 $209,900
Spacious home with 2 bedrooms and a den or 3rd bedrm, generous living & dining room plus office. Both bedrms have ensuites. Large covered deck, 20x16 detached shop.
WhY REnT
#2203 $89,000
This 3 bedrm home has had some updates, laminate flooring, double glazed windows, electrical upgrade, newer roof. 2 levels, 3 bedrms, 2 baths. Strata fees include heat and HW.
FirST TiMe BuYerS
#2212 $148,500
Nice 2 bedroom rancher close to downtown and seniors center with newer furnace and HW tank. Concrete foundation, and fenced private yard with shop. Quick Possession.
DoWnToWn
#2211 $70,000
2 bedroom bungalow with big living room, back lane access, within walking distance to downtown shopping and all amenities. Perfect for the handyman. As is where is.
Big FAMilY HoMe
#2309 $319,000
In good area, close to schools. Home has 3 bedrms up with 2 bedrm inlaw suite at ground level, Newer paint & flooring on main, oak kitchen cabinets. Fenced backyard with garden area and great views from both decks.
BRookMERE
#2292 $339,000
A beautiful oasis in rural setting, perfect if you enjoy the outdoors year round. Lovely 2 bedroom home with attached double garage with guest room & 3 pce bath. Nicely landscaped, RV parking.
MovE in REaDY
#2319 $299,900
New 2 bedroom home in a new subdivision. Open country kitchen design on the main and bedrooms upstairs. Master bedrm has W/I closet and 13x10 deck. Single garage. Includes appliances pkg.
CLosE To PaRk
#2291 $224,900
3 bedroom home on quiet street, close to schools & park. Home has had some updates such as windows, furnace, laminate flooring, U/G sprinklers & central A/C. 22x30 shop in back
BRanD nEW hoME
#2320 $324,000
This 2 bedroom home features a great country kitchen, open floor plan and all bedrms above. Main floor has powder rm, 4pce up and master has 5 pce ensuite & W/I closet. Single garage. Appliance pkg included.
in LoWER niCoLa
#2269 $299,900
Bright 3 bedroom rancher, nicely finished with 24x26 detached garage/shop. Private fenced yard with large sundeck. Room for RV’s. Blacktop driveway. This home is neat as a pin.
niCE YaRD
#2248 $142,000
Affordable and spacious 2 bedroom home with bright & restful décor. Living room with fireplace, large open addition attached to entrance. Well kept yard with large deck.
GREaT nEiGhBouRhooD
#2275 $339,000
Very nice floor plan in this 4 bedroom, 4 bath
home with newer kitchen and flooring in past
5 yrs. Has 2 bedrm inlaw living quarters in
walkout bsmt. Spectacular views of the city.
FAnTASTiC VieWS
#2260 $299,000
Look at this newer 3 bedrooms rancher with
modern open floor plan, 3 pce ensuite, vaulted
ceilings in kitchen, eating area and family
room. Double garage with 10 ft ceilings.
oPPoRTuniTY
#2300 $49,000
2 bedroom house close to the downtown area. Has 1 car garage and 2 workshops. The house needs some TLC. Great for a handyman. As is where is. Schedule A applies.
GREaT sTaRTER
#2215 $125,000
Why rent when you could own this 3 bedroom
home with 1.5 baths, newer windows and
siding. Close to schools. Has 100 amp
service and a carport in the back.
niCELY LanDsCaPED
#2266 $44,900
Enjoy this well cared for 3 bedrm home & nicely
landscaped yard. The woodstove warms the
open concept kitchen & living room accented
by laminate floors. Relax on either deck.
invEsTMEnT
#1982 $169,900
Side by side duplex within walking distance to shopping. 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living room & 1 bath per side. Fenced backyard. Some renovations have been done. There are 3 other duplexes adjacent also for sale.
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#2321 $525,000
9.88 acres with riding ring & only 5 mins. From Mamit Lake. This 5 bedrm level entry rancher with walkout bsmt has had some updates. Open concept with vaulted ceilings, 3 baths, large kitchen & big sundeck.
LARGE SHOP
#2144 $339,900
Fantastic views of Mamit Lake and valley & just 17 mins. from Merritt on 4.69 acres. Tidy 4 bedrm home with newer kitchen & flooring, huge living rm. 30x40 detached shop, 200 amps.
4.64 AcRES
#1916 $399,900
Country living on 4.64 acres with beautiful 4 bedroom log home. Spacious loft master suite, newer kitchen & appliances, new electric furnace & heat pump, pellet stove. A perfect hobby farm.
APPROX. 264 AcRES
#2246 $1,250,000
Gorgeous acreage with approx. 1 mile of Guichon Creek flowing throught the property. A great variet of land with possibilities of subdivision. Not in ALR. Old farm house used for seasonal cabin + shop.
1 AcRE WITH SHOP
#2323 $355,000
4 bedrm rancher has had some renos of flooring, kitchen. Large 40x70 detached workshop, currently leased, all on 1 acre, zoned R1 & C2, perfect for home based business. Great opportunity.
2.11 VIEW AcRES
#2288 $414,400
Beautifully renovated 4 bedrm home with open concept & vaulted ceilings, oak kitchen cabinets & an airtight woodstove. Great gazebo to relax & enjoy the views. Room for horses. Some outbldgs.
1 AcRE WITH cREEK
#2263 $434,900
4 bedrm rancher in approx. 1 acre in park-like setting with creek & pond. Home has HW floors, open country kitchen, huge family rm with woodstove & living rm with pellet stove. Detached garage.
cOUNTRY DREAM HOME
#2302 $445,000
Located just 10 mins. from town on 1.17 acres with outdoor recreation out the front door. Home features 4 bedrms, 4.5 baths, 3500 sq.ft. with an inlaw suite downstairs. Large 2 car garage.
9.88 AcRES
#2189 $449,000
Bring your horses! Set up with 3 horse shelters, 2 round pens, 2 hay barns & tack shed. The 4 bedrm home has a new country kitchen, open design, vaulted ceilings, HW floors, gas F/P.
ON 1 AcRE
#2306 $345,000
Great family home on 1 acre just minutes from town. Home boasts 3 bedrms up, 1 down, updated kitchen, parquet flooring, rec.rm with bar. Has detached 2 car garage, 1 car garage & storage bldg.
WATERfRONT HOME
#2207 $998,000
Magnificent 5 bedrm home on Nicola Lake with unique
open designed family area with large bedrms & family
rooms with an extra summer kitchen. 3 floors, 2 large
covered decks. Has detached triple garage & an
underground boat house bunker.
AT STUMP LAKE
#2277 $274,900
This amazing premium building acreage of 2.75 acres is waterfront with fantastic views. Located in subdivision of quality homes with underground services. Perfect place to build your lakeside cottage.
ON WALLOPER LAKE
#2225 $129,000
Great lakefront cabin of 450 sq.ft., recreational retreat on Walloper lake. Crown lease. Easy access off Coquihalla Hwy. Call for more details.
26 AcRES
#2322 $310,000
Spectacular horse property of 26 acres just 15 mins. From Merritt. All natural grasslandwith 2 ponds and a seasonal creek. Great place use as rec. property or build your dream home.
LAKEfRONT LOT
#2198 $285,000
Build your new home on this 0.96 acre lot on Nicola Lake. Great area for boating sports, fishing, sailing & swimming. Close to two golf courses, hotel, restaurant, gas station & store.
INVESTORS
#2171 $850,000
Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. building with office space with one long term tenant. Great for professional offices, retail, lawyers, doctors, government agency, etc. Has approval for residential units upstairs.
10 AcRES IN KANE VALLEY
#2156 $549,000
Just 20 mins. south of Merritt close to cross-country ski trails, fishing, hunting & snowmobiling and backs onto crown land. Beautiful log home with large wrap around covered deck. Includes a guest cabin, new barn with loft & chicken pen.
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133 Ac + LAKE
#1663 $495,000
Incredible year round off the grid home or use as rec. property, almost surrounds Allie Lake. Includes 2 main cabinet plus 3 additional guest cabins. Great for horseback riding, snowmobiling, fish & more.
BRING YOUR HORSES
#2180 $549,900
9.9 acres with 3400 sq.ft. custom home on 2 levels with fantastic views. 2 bedrms up, 2 down, HW floors, ceramic tile, 3 baths, large kitchen, living rm with F/P. Has 2 corrals, hay shed & horse shelter.
APPROX. 22 AcRES
#2195 $649,000
Nicely renovated 4 bedrm home with newer fl ooring, bathrooms and paint. Great horseproperty with 44x36 barn and a 100x44 metal Quonset shop. Gently sloped useableland. Great views & close to town
HORSE PROPERTY
#1992 $489,000
Great horse property with riding arena on 9.91 acres & backs onto crown land. 4 bedrm home with huge country kitchen, large wrap around covered deck. Has double garage and detached shop
LAKEfRONT HOME
#2249 $1,050,000
Custom home on Nicola Lake built with reclaimed timbers & HW flooring throughout, open concept, gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, great room with F/P, and a detached triple garage.
OPPORTUNITY
#2137 $325,000
Good commercial building in downtown core. Approx. 5000 sq.ft. of commercial space on the main with 1100 sq.ft. up with a 3 bedrm suite, currently rented. Zoned C-2. Run your business and live upstairs.
spius creek estates
Country living at its best! These 9 properties are located approx. 15 mins. from Merritt in the beautiful Sunshine Valley. A Phase 1 has been completed and a water report is available. 4 lots are waterfront, all have stunning views of the valley. Area offers swimming, biking, canoeing, horseback riding,motorcycling & more. GST is applicable #2216
From 9.8 to 17 Acres
Prices starting at $199,000
LARGE cITY LOT
#2272 $99,000
Residential building lot of 0.62 acres, zoned R2. Lots has potential to be made into 4 city lots or Buyer may apply for possible zoning change to higher density multi-family residential.
20 AcRES
#2301 $2,000,000
Two 10 acre lots has just come into the city.
One of the site is entering into a 2 yr lease.
Other lot will be zoned with Sale Agreement.
cOMMERcIAL BUILDING
#2019 $595,000
Great location on a corner lot on main street coming into Merritt. This 7300 sq.ft. building is zoned C-4 with a site specific zoning for prof. offices, doctors, lawyers etc. Lots of parking.
DEVELOPMENT LAND
#2173 $1,700,000
294 acres of development land with 2 titles and incredible views. Property has an allowed legal density of 62 units maximum. Located above Nicola Lakeshore Estates at Nicola Lake.
12.63 AcRES
#2047 $209,000
Private acreage, treed with great access to Spius creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line. Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.
INcREDIBLE INVESTMENT
#2114 $399,000
Fantastic investment with 6 revenue streams – 3 residential suites and 3 commercial units at ground level. Highway frontage for excellent exposure for commercial & centrally located. Call for details.
LAKEVIEW LOT
#2188 $189,900
Build your summer cottage on this 1 acre lot with beautiful views of Nicola Lake. Great lake for fishing, water skiing, wind surfing. Kick back, unwind & enjoy your new investment.
NIcOLA LAKEVIEW LOT
#2230 $159,000
Sit back & enjoy the incredible view. Perfect opportunity to build your home on this 1.055 acre lot. Great lake for all water sports, boating, water skiing, sailing & fishing.
INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
#1913 $890,000
Immaculate 8000 sq.ft. precast tilt-up building on corner lot with excellent exposure. Easy access to truck route. Adjoining warehouse has bay door, loading deck office & mezzanine space.
NIcOLA LAKE AcREAGE
#2025 $359,000
Live the dream on Nicola Lake on this 1.855 acre lot in Quilchena on the Lake development. Spectacular homes in exclusive neighbourhood, close to golf course, fish & outdoor activities.
LAKEVIEW AcREAGE
#2240 $199,000
This 1.033 acre lot has fantastic views of Nicola Lake & surrounding mountains. This subdivision is comprised of spectacular high end homes. Start planning your future here.
RIVERfRONT LOT
#2166 $109,900
Fronts Nicola River in City limits, 0.91 acres, completely flat land this space offers unlimited possibilities to build the home you’ve always dreamed of. City services in vicinity.
3 INDUSTRIAL LOTS
#2237 EAcH $59,900
Nice flat light industrial bare land lots. Water and sewer are close to the lot lines. Great business opportunity. Each lot is 95 x 198 and zoned M1. In area growing industrial business.
13 AcRES RIVERfRONT
#2208 $299,000
A great property in well developed subdivision of acreage lots. This unique property has a large amount of river frontage. Hydro at lot line, septic must be installed. Most of land is flat and useable.
WATERfRONT AcREAGE
#2155 $170,000
Great 6 acre property to build your home or use as recreational. Mostly flat with many buildings sites, has shallow well, septic approval, hydro to property & driveway is in. Close to crown land.
2 AcRES
#2154 $120,000
Build your home in the country. Has a drilled well of 15 GPM, power at lot line, septic approval, and driveway are in. Nice view, crown land nearby. Just 20 mins. from Merritt.
WATERfRONT LOTS
#2175 EAcH $900,000
3 parcels of Recreation Commercial waterfront zoned C4 for multi-family resort, Pub, restaurant, marina & more. Great opportunity to start your own resort & marina.
OPPORTUNITY
#2305 $179,000
Immaculate 2000 sq.ft. commercial building in downtown core. New roof in 2013, renovated interior including new paint throughout. Parking in back with lane access. Great for investor or entrepreneur.
19.77 AcRES
#2092 $146,000
Private 19.77 acres with spectacular view of the valley & mountains. Located off Petit Creek Rd at end of quiet cul de sac. Property is treed with creek running through it.
APPROX. 120 AcRES
#2268 $849,000
Compact rancher in a natural valley setting just west of Merritt. Approx. 120 acres of level hay land bordering Spius Creek and Nicola River with abundant water for irrigation. Home is sold “as is”.
1.75 Ac IN THE cITY
#2190 $374,900
Unique property, entirely fenced with 2 small homes (live in or rent out) while you build your dream home. Has large water feature on site, U/G sprinklers & mountain views. Was former putting course.
PRIVATE 30 AcRES
#2310 $549,000
30 acre fenced horse property with beautiful pastures & fantastic views . Very private settingwith 3 bedrm house (2 on main, huge master bedrm in loft). Cozy airight woodstove in livingrm. Rustic style home to live year round or use a rec. retreat. 25 mins. south of Merritt.
APPROX. 103 AcRES
#2194 $489,000
Great acreage overlooking the Nicola River with numerous outbuildings, hay storage & tack shed. Double wide home has 4 bedrms, 2 baths and a partially fi nished basement with cold storage. Big sundeck to enjoy the views.
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250-319-0837
2797 MERRITT-SP BRG HWY$599,000 MLS# 114703
1768 GRANITE AVE $169,500 MLS# 124216
1876 COLDWATER AVE$135,000 MLS# 124501
5360 MANNING FS RD$995,000 MLS# 120080
3104 PANORAMA DR$379,000 MLS# 125213
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MLS # House # STREET PRICEMerritt up to $200,000 121453 #317-1703 MENZIES STREET $64,900122407 #314-1703 MENZIES STREET $65,000118135 #311-1703 MENZIES STREET $69,995120941 #38-254 HIGHWAY 8 $84,900122150 1843 MENZIES STREET $92,500124327 1490 COLDWATER AVE $98,900120487 #211-2295 BLAIR STREET $105,000120579 #304-2295 BLAIR STREET $108,000121249 1602 DOUGLAS STREET $108,000121468 2637 QUILCHENA AVENUE $125,000124424 2375 COUTLEE AVENUE $131,900124501 1876 COLDWATER AVE $135,000121146 1650 LINDLEY CRK RD $154,800117739 2276 COUTLEE AVENUE $157,000124089 432 BRENTON AVE $159,000121540 #305-1701 MENZIES STREET $159,000112744 1875 SAGE STREET $159,000EXC 2076 CLEASBY STREET $160,000123055 439 BRENTON AVE $166,500123207 2263 NICOLA AVENUE $169,900121116 #4-2760 VOGHT STREET $170,000123667 2137 PRIEST AVE $175,000123423 1326 DOUGLAS STREET $179,000124755 1703 PINE STREET $179,000121473 1576 HOUSTON STREET $190,000124541 13-1749 MENZIES STREET $199,000123223 1991 MORRISSEY STREET $199,000Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 125069 1425 HOUSTON STREET $209,000121596 1648 LINDLEY CRK RD $210,000124135 #26-1749 MENZIES STREET $216,000122960 2549 CLAPPERTON AVE $227,500117659 1610 BANN STREET $229,900123892 1532 COLDWATER AVE $236,900123495 1849 1ST AVE $239,000124333 2687 NICOLA AVENUE $239,000120472 2556 CORKLE STREET LN $246,000123165 1751 GRANITE AVENUE $254,000124590 2825 CRANNA CRESC $259,000122988 1769 SPRING STREET $259,000123932 1401 DOUGLAS STREET $269,000124370 3340 GRIMMETT ST $269,000121679 1642 LINDLEY CRK RD $288,000123909 1601 BLAIR STREET $299,000121948 1401 CHAPMAN STREET $299,000
MLS # House # STREET PRICEMerritt $200,000 to $300,000 118338 2672 GRANITE AVENUE $299,000121166 1599 MAIN STREET $299,000Merritt $300,000+ 122220 3387 BOYD ROAD $309,000117200 2950 MCLEAN PLACE $315,000119076 1741 BANN STREET $327,000119260 1700 BANN STREET $329,000120678 2612 FORKSDALE PLACE $329,000124363 1490 CHAPMAN STREET $339,000117612 1201 QUILCHENA AVENUE $339,000120339 2674 FORKSDALE CRT $370,000125029 2709 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS RD $389,900122422 1511 BANN STREET $420,000122957 2662 FORKSDALE COURT $475,000124362 2673 FORKSDALE AVE $499,000Homes on Acreage 124731 5033 LAUDER ROAD (GLMPS) $219,000116583 4570 WILDWOOD ROAD NEW PRICE $258,000119378 LOT 25 PARADISE LAKE $288,000125025 2564 ABERDEEN RD LN $319,900124045 4420 IRON MOUNTAIN ROAD $345,000119327 420 WILD ROSE DRIVE $425,000124904 2215 COYLE ROAD $429,000124087 1540 MILLER ROAD $449,000117984 1736 MILLER ROAD $472,000122595 4557 IRON MOUNTAIN ROAD $495,000116493 1444 LOON LAKE ROAD CC $519,000122263 2397 TORGERSON ROAD $579,900114703 2797 MERRITT-SP.BRG HWY $599,000124388 8600 MERRITT-SP.BRG HWY $599,000120080 5360 MANNING CREEK FS RD $995,000117905 1016 HIGHWAY 8 NW $1,299,000116197 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD $1,690,000118481 5240 DOT RANCH CUTT OFF RD $1,895,000Bare Land 123431 1976 2ND AVENUE $55,000120248 2362 CARRINGTON AVE LN $69,000121605 2730 EAGLE CRESCENT $89,000122077 2701 PEREGRINE WAY $99,000124901 396 WILD ROSE DRIVE $99,800115358 2299 BURGESS AVE $134,900123581 6681 MONCK PARK RD $139,000123240 LOT 1 SUNSHINE VALLEY ROAD $139,900123310 LOT 3 EIGHT MILE ROAD $145,000122172 LOT 3 MIDDAY VALLEY ROAD $179,000
MLS # House # STREET PRICEBare Land 122317 6357 MONCK PARK RD $199,000120655 6427 MONCK PARK RD $199,900120105 2819 ABERDEEN RD LN $2,000,000Commercial 120800 2075 COUTLEE AVENUE $45,000120799 2087 COUTLEE AVENUE $45,000123515 1949+1951 COUTLEE AVENUE $75,000122580 2152 NICOLA AVENUE $80,000124886 2008 QUILCHENA AVENUE $80,000124243 2026 QUILCHENA AVENUE $175,900119261 2175 NICOLA AVENUE $251,000120483 1952-26 NICOLA AVENUE $325,000124749 2551 PRIEST AVE $359,000122016 1898 BLAIR STREET $439,000122729 2076 COUTLEE AVENUE $455,000115359 2208 COYLE ROAD $499,000119521 1988 NICOLA AVENUE $570,000120109 1988 NICOLA AVENUE LEASELogan Lake 120942 #205-279 ALDER DRIVE $62,500124340 #306-279 ALDER DRIVE $69,900124762 #306-308 CHARTRAND AVE $75,000124217 #312-308 CHARTRAND AVE $79,900124393 #67-111 CHARTRAND AVE(Business) $89,900125072 #307-400 OPAL DRIVE $115,000121683 #3 AGATE DR $125,000123152 27 SAPHIRE COURT $139,900123598 433 OPAL DRIVE $140,000124678 161 PONDEROSA AVE $194,499124804 49 BRECCIA DRIVE $209,000125033 8 AMBER CRESCENT $209,900123286 23 GARNET AVE $214,500124218 403 OPAL DRIVE $217,000124809 419 OPAL DRIVE $224,900123631 227 BIRCH CRESCENT $234,900123149 371 BASALT DRIVE $249,000120416 144 BIRCH CRESCENT $249,900123056 13+15 JASPER DRIVE $255,500123302 301 CHARTRAND AVE $265,000123969 326 CINNABAR COURT $280,000123282 332 LINDEN ROAD $384,500
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NDP leader John Hor-
gan reminded the govern-ment that two years after the allegations surfaced, two health researchers have been reinstated, two others were “unfired” and one, univer-sity co-op student Roder-ick MacIsaac, committed suicide after having his research contract terminated with only days left to go.
Health Minister Terry Lake repeatedly apolo-gized in the legislature and acknowledged that the
handling of some aspects of the case was “heavy-handed.” Lake referred to an independent investigation announced last week by the public service to review the way employees and con-tractors were treated, but he also defended the need to act on the information breach.
Letters were sent out to 38,000 B.C. residents in early 2013, notifying them that their confidential
health information was copied to a data stick and shared without authoriza-tion. There were no names in the data, but it included personal health numbers, gender, date of birth, postal codes and information from a Statistics Canada health survey on mental and physi-cal health and use of health services.
Horgan replied that “not one scrap of data left the Ministry of Health, and the
minister knows that.” He and other opposition MLAs demanded Lake clear the air about an alleged police investigation into the data handling, since a year after the allegations surfaced, the RCMP had still not received a report from the govern-ment.
The ministry staff and research contractors were using patient data for research related to which drugs were approved for use
under B.C.’s Pharmacare program. An investigation by B.C.’s privacy commis-sioner concluded that the data were shared with unau-thorized people, apparently “to work around the lengthy approval process.”
NDP health critic Judy Darcy said the government’s decision to send MacIsaac’s family a cheque for the final days of his employment, with no other communica-tion, was unacceptable.
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God the Word, the World
One of the beautiful stories of the gospel is the truth about sleep. We go to ‘sleep’ when we die, and don’t know anything until the coming of Jesus. It is the resurrection, which to the dead could only be happening a moment after they died, for the dead, or unconscious know nothing of the passing of time.
There are teachings that when a person dies, he is not nished, but goes into another form of life, such as an animal (or something like that), but the Bible says that we were created in the image of God. Therefore, we will never be in the image of some other creature. God loves His people and that is why Jesus came to die for us. He wanted to demonstrate to all what the character of God is really like. It is love, justice, and mercy.
The death and resurrection of Jesus is an example of what things will be like. Jesus died and was put in the grave. He was resurrected on the third day. Mary, who had come to the tomb to anoint His body, discovered that He was not there.
He had already risen.
He me up with Mary. When she realized that he was Jesus, she fell down to worship. Jesus said, “Touch Me, for I have not yet ascended to my Father.”
Jesus had been nowhere except asleep in the tomb. So it will be for all who love Jesus. We will follow His example of love and obedience to the will of God. We will all peacefully sleep in the grave until the end when all who live on Earth will have heard of the wonderful story.
God’s plan for all, when all have made the choice to follow Jesus’ example, will be for us to wake up at the resurrection.
The important thing will be the choice that all will make.
In the Old Testament, the leader of the Israelites said to the people, “Choose you this day whom ye will serve.” Either the true God of Heaven, or the idols and false gods of Earth: money, power, fame, anything you put before God.
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People often ask me why it is that so many of us are struggling with tough issues right now. It seems that almost every-one is dealing with some crisis in their life. These problems may be marital problems, difficulties with children or parents or perhaps upheaval at work.
Certainly, one response is that the world is much more complicated now than it used to be, and another response is that we are a little more open nowa-days about our personal struggles than was the case in the past, and consequently more is out in the open. How-ever, another dimension to this question that deserves closer scrutiny is the underlying assump-tion that life somehow
should go along smooth-ly, and that if things go wrong, then something unnatural is occurring.
This belief can set us up for disappointment and frustration. It is a little like wanting a beau-tiful garden and going out to work in it, and then becoming upset if we get our hands dirty. If we feel that setbacks in life are strikes against us, we tend to become discouraged. If, on the other hand, we see dif-ficulties as hurdles to leap over or get around, or perhaps as puzzles to solve, we then empower ourselves, and can begin to see life’s difficulties as the challenges that they really are.
Little babies will sooner or later begin teething; two-year-olds will inevitably get into everything; children will fall off of their bikes and get chickenpox; teenag-ers will try us in various ways; people will irritate us; loved ones will die and relationships will have their rough spots or even end. Many of these things cannot be helped, and our challenge may be to keep our spirits up
and to still find joy in life.Other difficulties that
persist may be messages to us that what we are doing in some situa-tions is not working. It is important for us to get a handle on what it is that we would like to have happen, and what is the final outcome we would like to see. Examples might be to have a more relaxed and comfortable relationship with a teen-aged child or to have a more loving connection with one’s mate.
Notice here that the focus is on the desired outcome and not on the other person’s behaviour. The next step is to ask ourselves, “What can I do that will increase the likelihood of my desired outcome?” Then begin to do it. This is one
of the most important ways in which we can grow. Focusing on what is wrong in the world or with other people keeps us stuck in negativity, and does not challenge our inner resources.
The main item on the evolutionary agenda for each of us right now is learning to transform situations so that we can create the kind of relationships and experi-ences that we want to have in our lives. If that sounds tough, try to remember how impos-sible it seemed when you first tried to ride a bike. It’s shaky at first, but eventually it all comes together.
Gwen Randall-Young is an author and award-winning psychotherapist.
Did you know that the term “whiplash” doesn’t just refer to an injury of the neck? For example, a whiplash injury from a car acci-dent can cause neck pain, dizziness, nausea, headache, shoulder/upper back pain, low back pain, sciatica, and many other symptoms.
One of the most common symptoms I treat in my office in patients after a whiplash
injury is neck pain and headaches.
When the muscles, ligaments, joints, and disks of the neck are injured, the inflamma-tion that results can irri-tate the adjacent spinal nerves.
This results in local-ized muscle spasm and pain in the neck, as well as pain at the forehead, temples, and eyes. In most instances, the neck is where the headache symptoms are originat-ing from. Health-care professionals call this a “cervicogenic head-ache.”
The best way to treat the headache and neck pain is to treat the cause of the pain, and not just try to eliminate the symptoms. Chiro-practors are specifically
trained to diagnose and treat the cause of neck pain.
In fact, a 2010 study published in The Spine Journal compared chi-ropractic spinal adjust-ments to a sham treat-ment in 80 patients with chronic cervicogenic headache1. Compared to the sham treatment, the chiropractic patients were significantly more likely to achieve at least a 50 per cent reduc-tion in pain. They also reported using 33 per cent less pain medica-tion than at the start of the study.
Patients who received 16 sessions of chiroprac-tic had slightly better improvements in neck disability than patients who received only eight sessions.
More recent stud-ies have confirmed the effectiveness of chiro-practic for cervicogenic headache.
Based on the above research and the results I see in my practice every day, anyone expe-riencing cervicogenic or tension headaches should try chiropractic care for short and long term relief. After exam-ining a patient’s neck, if the chiropractor deter-mines that the headache may potentially be from another — and possibly more serious — source, then he or she will make the appropriate referral to your MD for further investigation.
1 Haas M, Spegman A, Peterson D, Aickin M, Vavrek D. Dose response and
efficacy of spinal manipula-tion for chronic cervicogenic headache: a pilot randomized controlled trial. The Spine Journal 2010; 10: 117-128
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Cents’ pair of weekend wins proves to be costlyNetminder Imoo goes down Friday; rookie Fuller breaks his wrist on Saturday
By Ian WebsterTHE HERALD
The Merritt Cen-tennials’ winning streak reached four games on the weekend thanks to a couple of ‘gritty’ victories over Interior Division rivals.
Friday, despite being outshoot 29-16 through the first two periods (and 38-22 overall), the Cents remained patient, stuck to their game plan and skated to a solid 4-0 win over the visiting Vernon Vipers under new head coach Mark Ferner.
The next night, in West Kelowna, the Cents and Warriors racked up 128 minutes in penalties in a ‘nasty affair’ that saw Merritt prevail 2-1 over its cross-Connector rivals.
The win over the Warriors was the first for the Centennials in almost two years of regular-season play.
The four-point week-end came at a steep price, however, as the Cents lost the services of veteran starting netmind-er Jonah Imoo on Friday and impressive young rookie Braden Fuller on Saturday.
With just seconds to
go in his fifth period of shutout hockey, Imoo stretched to make a right-pad save against the Vipers, came up limping and had to be replaced by backup Anthony Pupplo. The diagnosis on Monday was a pulled hamstring requiring at least two weeks rest.
Fuller’s injury against the Warriors was consid-erably more serious. The Grande Prairie, Alberta native broke his wrist during some heavy going and will be lost to the team for a minimum of six to eight weeks.
Imoo and Fuller join Diego Cuglietta on the Cents’ sidelines, the latter still nursing a lower body injury classified as day-to-day.
It was Fuller who first put Merritt on the board in Friday night’s game against the Vipers, finishing a nice three-way play with linemate Devin Oakes and red-hot Gavin Gould at the 5:50 mark of the opening period.
James Neil was the next beneficiary of a ‘Gould-en’ moment, taking a nice centering pass from the diminutive boy-wonder and beat-ing former Centennials
netminder Jarrod Schammerhorn at 11:46 of the middle stanza to make it 2-0. Defenceman Josh Teves also picked up an assist.
Gould was involved again on Merritt’s third goal, at 16:02 of the second period, finishing what Teves and John Schiavo started on a Centennials’ powerplay.
Schiavo would wrap things up with just 52 seconds remaining in regulation time and his team on the powerplay again. Teves and Michael Ederer were rewarded with assists.
Pupplo played sol-idly in stopping all 10 shots thrown at him and preserving his team’s sec-ond shutout in as many
games.“I thought Vernon
competed hard, and we started a bit slow,” Cents head coach and GM Luke Pierce said. “It’s hard right now. Every team is new and differ-ent, and you don’t know much about them. In every game we’ve played, however, we’ve been better as the game goes along.”
Pupplo played lights out on Saturday against a West Kelowna team intent upon maintaining its mastery over Merritt in recent years.
The netminder from New York was tested early and often by the high-octane Warriors who boast four of the league’s top dozen scor-
ers in forwards Jason Cotton, Jordan Masters, and Liam Blackburn along with defenceman Jonathan Desbiens.
The Warriors would end up outshooting the Cents 33-19 on the night.
“I like to get a lot of shots. it keeps me in the game,” Pupplo said when asked about the early onslaught of pucks. “There were a few qual-ity chances but, for the most part, the defence kept everything to the outside.”
It was Desbiens who tallied the only goal of the first period — a power play marker that finally ended Merritt’s perfect start to the season on the penalty kill.
The highlight of the
period from a Cents’ perspective had to be defenceman Jake Clifford’s devastating hip check on West Kelowna’s Kylar Hope that left the Warrior forward picking up the pieces on his long trip back to the bench.
The opening 20 min-utes also saw Merritt’s Oakes get tossed for a dangerous check from behind that seemed to portend the nastiness that was to follow.
The Warriors contin-ued to dominate posses-sion and zone time as the second period got under-way, but it was the Cents’ Rhett Willcox who scored on a nice indi-vidual effort to tie things at one apiece. The only assist went to Clifford.
The score remained even through much of the second period; however, the ill-will only escalated with lots of stick work, and numerous scrums after the whistle.
With just a few ticks remaining in the second stanza and Merritt play-ing a man down, Clifford made a spectacular solo rush down the left side, beat a Warriors defender cleanly, and finished five-hole on a surprised Andy Desautels in the West Kelowna net.
Clifford’s sublime shorthanded tally would stand up as the game winner as neither team could score in the final 20 minutes.
BCHL STANDINGS to Oct. 08
Team GP W L T OTL PTS
Merritt 6 5 1 0 0 10Penticton 6 5 1 0 0 10West Kelowna 7 5 2 0 0 10Salmon Arm 6 3 2 0 1 7Vernon 7 3 3 0 1 7Trail 5 3 2 0 0 6
INTERIOR DIVISION
Team GP W L T OTL PTS
Prince George 7 5 1 0 1 11Chilliwack 6 5 1 0 0 10Langley 6 2 3 0 1 5Coquitlam 7 2 4 0 1 5Surrey 7 1 4 0 2 4
MAINLAND DIVISION
Team GP W L T OTL PTS
Nanaimo 7 4 3 0 0 8Victoria 6 3 2 0 1 7Powell River 6 2 3 0 1 5Alberni Valley 6 2 4 0 0 4Cowichan Valley 7 1 6 0 0 2
ISLAND DIVISION
THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF HOCKEY Merritt Centennials netminder Anthony Pupplo (above) stopped 42 of 43 shots on the weekend to preserve his team’s 4-0 shutout over the Vernon Vipers on Friday and anchor Merritt’s 2-1 victory against the West Kelowna Warriors on Saturday. Friday’s game saw Cents’ starting netminder Jonah Imoo (upper right) leave late in the second period with a leg injury. Centennials rookie Braden Fuller (lower right) scored Merritt’s first goal on Friday, but broke his wrist on Saturday in West Kelowna. Ian Webster/Herald
See ‘Cents’ Page 22
www.merrittherald.com 22 • THURSDAY, October 9, 2014
By Ian WebsterTHE HERALD
There’s was plenty of smack leading up to the highly-anticipated event, and a whole lot of trash talkin’ going on during play, but in the end good sportsmanship prevailed in the first-ever ‘Battle of the Sexes’ showdown at the Merritt Golf and Country Club on Friday.
When the dust had settled and the air had cleared, it was ladies veteran golfer Diana Lorenz with a six-stroke victory over men’s representative Dennis Couture — much to the delight of the robust gallery of female horn- tooters and whistleblow-ers who followed the twosome for the entire 18-hole round. (Aside: Couture’s lone cheer-leader, Brian Niehaus, never made it out of the clubhouse).
The showdown all came about innocently enough when the pair of eight-handicap golf-ers were chatting at Couture’s car repair shop a few months back. A casual agreement to “play a round together sometime” quickly took
on a life of its own. With the golf club mem-bership egging things on, the ‘friendly match’ became the quintessen-tial ‘moment of truth’ in terms of men’s and women’s golfing prow-ess.
With an audience in tow, both golfers appeared a bit nervous off the opening tee. It didn’t take long, howev-er, for Lorenz to find her usual consistent game as she toured the front nine in 41.
Three strokes back at the turnaround, Couture moved to within one on the 10th hole when he sank his 40-footer and Lorenz three-putted.
That’s as close as it would get on the score-card, however. Couture gave back three strokes on the next two holes, while his playing partner rattled off five pars on the back nine to win going away.
After Lorenz’s 25-foot putt on the 12th hole ringed the cup and finally dropped in, Couture all but threw in the towel.
“We now know the golf god is a woman,” he said.
SPORTS
“Jake is a very big part of our game, wheth-er it’s making big hits or carrying the puck,” Pierce said. “We’ve been working on trying to get him to pick his spots and not try to do everything all the time.”
Pupplo made 32 saves off 33 shots to earn the victory, while Desautels turned aside 17 of 19 pucks sent his way.
Pierce said that losing Imoo Friday was tough, but that Pupplo has filled the void admirably.
“Anthony’s demeanour is a lot like Jonah’s. Not much is going to rattle either one of them. Anthony was efficient on Saturday and did a good job of finding pucks. Our goalies have been a really bright spot early on, but I do think
the rest of the team has done a very good job of helping out.”
Saturday’s game ended on an ugly note with numerous miscon-ducts being assessed to players who refused to cease and desist. Look for fireworks the next time the two teams meet — Oct. 17 in Merritt.
The Cents saw action Wednesday night in Penticton, after this edi-tion of the paper had gone to print.
The Vees lost 5-0 in Merritt on Sept. 27, their only loss going into Wednesday’s game.
This weekend, Merritt plays the Chiefs in Chilliwack Friday night, then hosts the Salmon Arm Silverbacks on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
The Cents will be calling on Pupplo to carry the load during
Imoo’s convalesence.“It’s always nice to be
able to carry a team,” the netminder said. “I know I’m perfectly capable of doing so, and embrace the challenge every night.”
OVERTIME
The Cents went with only five defencemen all weekend as rookie Tyrell Buckley was down and out with the flu. He was expected to play on Wednesday.
Pupplo’s backup goal-ie on Saturday in West Kelowna was 18-year-old Kristian Stead, a Merritt minor hockey product who has been called up from 100 Mile House of the KIJHL.
Following the week-end action, Merritt’s tandem of Anthony Pupplo and Jonah Imoo were listed one and
two respectively in the BCHL’s ranking of goal-tenders. The team had allowed just eight goals in their first six games.
In this Monday’s CJHL’s ranking of the top-20 Junior A teams in the country, Merritt was listed 10th, up from 15th last week. The Vees were listed at 15th and the Chiefs 18th.
In attendance at the Merritt-West Kelowna game on the weekend was former Centennial Bennett Huber. The 20-year-old from Calgary, who was moved to Okotoks at the trade deadline last January, has been acquired by the Warriors. His younger brother, Carter, was at West Kelowna’s training camp in September and saw exhibition action against the Centennials in Merritt on Aug. 31.
Cents meet Chiefs and ’Backs this weekendFrom Page 21
Tracker midget reps hosting tournamentThe Merritt
Tracker Sportswear midget reps will be hosting a five-team tournament this weekend with games scheduled for Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Visiting teams will
be from Coquitlam, Saanich, Burnaby and the Sunshine Coast.
The host Jr. Cents will play their round robin games on Friday at 9:30 a.m. (in town) and at 5:30 p.m. (at Shulus), and on
Saturday at 12 noon and at 2:30 p.m. (both in town). Playoffs are scheduled for Monday at 7:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and at 12 noon. All three finals will be at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.
PUCK STOPPER
The Merritt Tracker Sports-wear midget reps will be counting on goaltender Sam ‘The Man’ Suzuki (left) to lead them to victory in their home tournament this weekend. The Merritt midget rep team is 2-0 in OMAHA league play with wins over South Okanagan (4-3) and Kelowna’s Tier 4 squad (6-1).
Ian Webster/Herald
MINOR HOCKEY REPORTAtom Development
The Fountain Tire atoms opened their regular-season sched-ule with a couple of narrow losses on the weekend. Saturday, they fell 8-4 to South Okanagan at home, while Sunday, it was a 7-5 defeat at the hands of a strong North Okanagan squad in Enderby.
Team captain Max Graham had seven of his team’s eight goals on the weekend, with Ostyn Fox picking up the other one. Austin Streek and Wyatt Smith both had assists.
Manjot Panghli and Nathan Willey shared the netminding duties.
This Saturday, the Fountain Tire atoms host West Kelowna at 3:45 p.m. at the Shulus arena.
Bantam Rep
The Murray GM bantams were in Salmon Arm on the weekend for a three-day tournament. They went 1-2 in round robin play, winning 4-2 against Cranbrook and losing 13-0 versus Quesnel and 4-1 to the host team.
In the ‘C’ final
against Chilliwack, the Merritt Jr. Cents fell 6-2 to the Bruins.
Merritt scorers on the weekend were Kaelan Lester (4), Armoni McRae, Liam Kelly and Connor Ouellet. Assists went to Ouellet (2), Fred Ware (2), McRae and Lester. Mack Stead and Holden King shared the time in net.
The Murray GM bantams played their first league game on September 28, falling to Kamloops 8-2. Ware and Anthony Tulliani tallied Merritt’s goals with assists to Tulliani and Justin Tighe.
Lorenz knocks out Couture in ‘Battle of the Sexes’ golf showdown
THE CLASH OF THE TITANS (Above) Merritt Golf and Country Club members Dennis Couture and Diana Lorenz squared off in a Battle of the Sexes 18-hole showdown for gender bragging rights on Friday. (Below) Lorenz had a raucous cheering section that included (from left) Val Egan, Eileen Rabbitt, Glenda Rogers, DeDe Connolly and Lois Ward. Ian Webster/Herald
Merritt’s Nicki Lachapelle, one of the organizers of this year’s PFR, said the event was a complete success.
“Everything went really well, she said. “The weather and driv-ing conditions were fantastic. We had quite a high attrition rate, but with some new roads this year, that’s to be expected.”
The higher-than-expected number of entries did present a few challenges, according to Lachapelle.
“We originally cre-ated the schedule for between 25 and 30 cars.
We wound up having 36 vehicles at the start line on Friday. It expanded the length of the rally stages, and shortened up the time available for transit, for service, and for the movement of volunteers and officials. The three accidents also resulted in some last-minute adjustments.”
Despite all her organizational duties, Lachapelle still found time to compete in her own PFR, albeit just for one day.
“I was the co-driver for Alex Kouzmin from Vancouver,” she said. “We did the Helmer by Night regional stages on Friday. Alex was a fantas-
tic driver. Things worked out extremely well in the car and there were no mishaps. We ended up third in our class (P4WD) and ninth over-all out of 32 entries.”
Lachapelle was more than pleased with how the PFR wrapped up, too.
“We had the ban-quet at the Desert Inn on Saturday night. The venue was great, the food was excellent, there was lots of parking — all the reviews were very positive.”
Lachapelle estimates in excess of $250,000 was ‘dropped’ into the community of Merritt by the 2014 PFR.
2014 Pacifi c Forest Rally a complete successFrom Page 3
Nicola Valley Quilters Guild Oct 10th (2nd Thursday of the
Month) Merritt Civic CentreJoin a creative group of quilters to
share ideas, tips, knowledge and inspiration.
KNiGhts of columbus oKtoberfestOct 11th, Merritt Civic Centre
250.315.1050.
triNity uNited church rummaGe saleGreat selection of cloth-
ing for all family members, small household wares, and Treasures all at very affordable prices. Good time to assem-ble your Halloween costumes. Sale: Friday and Saturday Oct. 17th and 18th from 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. daily at Trinity United Church, 1899 Quilchena Ave.
ViNtaGe car club steaK diNNer fuNdraiserSaturday, Oct 18/14 – Silent
Auction/Looney AuctionsAt the Grand Pub – 2 sittings –
5p.m. & 7:15p.m. Reservations preferred.
the Nicola Valley commuNity baNd Fall season of practices on
Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the music room at MSS. info: James 378-9894.
Valley scrapbooKiNG crop WeeKeNdsOct 17th to 19th Merritt Civic
Centre. Weekend Scrapbooking is back! Spend the weekend work-ing on your projects; learn news ways to create fabulous pages. Register at the Civic Center FMI call 250.315.1050.
3 bar farms pumpKiN patchOct 18th & 19th, Sunshine Valley,
Tomkinson Rd.
craft fair Craft Fair at the Lower Nicola
Community Hall Oct. 18, 2014 10am-2pm. Everyone welcome! For table bookings call 250-378-8847 or 250-378-4717.
the commuNity choir New season started Monday
SEPT. 15 @ 7 p.m. Location is TRINTY UNITED CHURCH (corner of Quilchena and Chapman) until fur-ther notice. Colletteville school will be location after dispute is settled. New members are very welcome. FMI contact: Ellen 378-9899 or Barb 389-2678.
Nicola Valley film society preseNts “THE GRAND SEDUCTION”
Rated PG on Monday October 20th at 7 p.m. at the NVIT LECTURE THEATRE. Parking is FREE and there is no food or drink allowed in the theatre. For more info phone 378 5190.
Nicola Valley farmers marKetNicola Valley Farmers Market
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Saturday rain or shine, in the parking lot beside the Baillie House. Come down and enjoy fresh home grown veggies, flowers, baking, arts and crafts made and grown here in our Nicola Valley. A great place to socialize and
enjoy the day. Vendors call Market Manager: Lang Mackenzie 250-939-8605 or Sue 250-378-2031
liViNG With loss support GroupLiving with the Loss Support
Group Wednesday 7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. #12-2025 Granite Ave, Merritt - Call Marilyn at 250-378-3513.
patricia rebeKah lodGeTea, bakesale, crafts, and white
elephant sale will be November
8th at the Senior Citizens Hall, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
risiNG from the ashesFire relief fundraisers for Earth
Walker Spiritual Shop. You can either donate money to the bank account set up at CIBC or drop off your bottle donations to the bottle depot.
VoluNteers NeededThe Navy League is in need of
officer’s and volunteers to help out with our growing Cadet Corps. Our children are age 9 to 13 and we meet every Wednesday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you have past experience or are interested in becoming a part of our Corps please contact us. Ellen 250-280-6944, Debra 250-280-4086 or email at [email protected]
KNitWitsLove to knit or crochet? Come
on down to Brambles Bakery Thursday evenings bring your yarn and needles and join in the fun.Thurs, Oct 2nd @ 6 p.m. (1st
Thursday of the Month)
courthouse artGalleryThe Valley Visual Arts (VVA) will
be holding a weekly creative art session, in the artists room at the Art Gallery, every Thursday
between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Everyone welcome to stop in and see their work.
merritt seNior ceNtreWeekly schedule is as follows:
Monday: Crib & Whist 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bingo 1 p.m., Duplicate Bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m., Court Whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Floor Curling 1 p.m. (third week - shut-in lucheon) Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m.All seniors welcome.
Welcome to yoGa: a WorKshop for beGiN-NersMerritt Civic Centre, Saturday
Oct 4th. Register at the Civic Centre FMI call 250.315.1050
seNior-iN-traiNiNGPositions now available for
Senior-In-Training. Applicants must be 40 years or older. Qualifications include a willing-ness to have fun and enjoy the company of others. Contact Seniors Association at 250-378-3763 for more information.
merritt miNor hocKeyRegister for the 2014/15 sea-
son at merrittminorhockey.com. Call 250-378-6827 for more information
Nicola Naturalist society The South Okanagan –
Similkameen National Park pro-posal with Doreen Olson. Thurs
16 Oct, 7 p.m. at NVIT Theatre. All welcome - membership or donation.
Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: [email protected]
Archery PracticeTuesday 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Gun RangeContact BJ Moore for more info250-280-0304BrowniesMondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410CMHA - Merritt ClubhouseFireside Center - 2026 Granite Ave.Wed/Fri 9 am - 2:30 pmShirley 250-378-5660Central School PacFirst Tuesday 7 p.m. Lunchroom - 250-378-4892Community ChoirMondays 7 p.m. - Fall to SpringCollettville Elementary - 250-378-9899Court Whist - Fun GameWednesdays 7 p.m.at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776Crossroads Youth Min. Tuesdays 7 - 9 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911Drop-In SoccerTuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530Drop-In VolleyballMondays 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-378-6212.Girl GuidesWednesdays 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298Living With Loss Support GroupWednesday - 7 to 8:45pm - #12 - 2025 Granite Ave. - Call Marilyn at 250-378-3513.Lower Nicola Community AssociationFirst Monday of the month - 7p.m. 2383 Aberdeen Road - 250-378-4717
Merritt Curling ClubFor League Information 250-378-4423Merritt Duplicate Bridge ClubTuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 Merritt Elks Lodge ClubsSecond & Fourth Wednesday 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Merritt Lawn BowlingSun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m.2050 Merritt Ave. 250-378-2095Merritt Moms PrenatalPost Natal Support group. Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252Merritt Mountain Biking Assoc. Wednesdays 6 p.m. - rideE: [email protected]: #merrittbikingNavy League Cadets of CanadaWednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall - Ages 9-13 welcome 250-280-6944Merritt Snowmobile ClubSecond Tuesday 7 p.m.Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt’s Women in BusinessSecond Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 Nicola Naturalist SocietyThird Thursday - 7:00 p.m.NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.caN.V. 4-H ClubSecond Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.Central School - 250-378-5028Nicola Valley Better BreathersThird Wednesdays 1 p.m.Trinity United - 250-378-6266 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays 7 p.m - MSS Music Room
250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894NVCACMeets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at The Art Gallery. 250-378-6515 www.nvartscouncil.comN.V. Dirt Riders AssociationLast Wednesday 7 p.m. Garden Sushi - Scott: 250-378-3502 N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday 7 p.m.2145 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.)Third Wednesday 7 p.m.2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House250-378-0349N.V. Quilters GuildFirst & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-4172N.V. Search & RescueSecond Monday 7 p.m. at the airport - 250-378-6769 N.V. Thrift StoreFirst Tuesday - NVGH basement 250-378-9100N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. For locations, 250-378-2536 PathfindersMondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298Patricia Rebekah LodgeSecond & Fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. Lawn Bowling Club Rocky Mnt. Rangers CadetsTuesdays 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775Royal Canadian Legion #96Executive Mtg. Second Thursday 6 p.m. - Regular Mtg.
Fourth Thursday 7 p.m. 1940 Quilchena - 250-378-5631Royal PurpleFirst & Third Mondays 1:00 p.m. - Down-stairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-6788Rotary Club of MerrittEvery Thursday - NoonBrambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535Sagebrush Spinners and Weavers GuildTamarack Gardens every other Thursday at 11:00 AM Bev at 250-378-2787. Rotary Club of Merritt - SunriseEvery Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Seniors’ Mixed CurlingMondays & Tuesdays 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-6779Soup BowlTuesdays 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Anglican Church HallSparks Mondays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410Teen Centre / FiresideThursday & Friday 3:30-7:30 p.m. 250-378-5660Valley Scrapbooking250-936-8298Valley Visual Artists General club informationFran McMurchy - 250-378-4230Vintage Car Club - MerrittSecond Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.Anglican Church HallAl 378-7402 Jack 378-2662 Ska-Lu-La WorkshopAl - 250-378-7402 Ted - 250-378-4195
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEYHave an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing [email protected]
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THE CHURCHES OFMERRITT WELCOME YOU
Crossroads Community Church
Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme)
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship
Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.
Seventh Day Adventist Church
St. Michael’s Anglican Church
Trinity United Church
7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, March 14 - Wednesday, March 20, 2013
• STAIN GLASS• SUN CATCHERS• NIGHT LIGHTS• PICTURE FRAMES
Available at Creative Company2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC
Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813
Stain Glass by Almerina RizzardoThurs. Mar. 14
Cloudy w/ShowersHigh: 9CLow: 6C
Fri. Mar. 15
Cloudy PeriodsHigh: 10CLow: 4C
Sat. Mar. 16
Variable CloudsHigh: 8CLow: 4C
Sun. Mar. 17
Wet SnowHigh: 6CLow: 2C
Mon. Mar. 18
Variable CloudsHigh: 6CLow: 0C
Tue. Mar. 19
SnowRain ShowersHigh: 7CLow: -1C
Wed. Mar. 20
Light SnowHigh: 7CLow: 0C
7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 - Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014
Thurs. Oct. 9
Sunny
High: 21˚CLow: 7˚C
Fri. Oct. 10
Mainly Sunny
High: 19˚CLow: 6˚C
Sat. Oct. 11
Mainly Sunny
High: 15˚CLow: 10˚C
Sun. Oct. 12
Chance of Showers
High: 13˚CLow: 7˚C
Mon. Oct. 13
Cloudy with Showers
High: 14˚CLow: 7˚C
Tue. Oct. 14
Mainly Sunny
High: 8˚CLow: 4˚C
Wed. Oct. 15
Chance of Showers
High: 10˚CLow: 3˚C
help us reach our goal
Would you like to see a movie theatre in Merritt, then the Merritt Community Cinema Soceity can use your help!
If you would like to help donate to this wonderful cause please make cheque payable to Merritt Community Cinema Society and mail it to:
1952 Eastwood Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1K3
For more information
call Rich Hodson250-378-6794
phase 2has started.
goal to reach $144,000 for
design & architect fees
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MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICESOCIETY
Some needs of mourning: accept the reality of death – let yourself feel the pain of loss –
remember the person who died – develop a newidentity – expect all kinds of feelings.
P: 250-280-4040
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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.
ThankYou
WOW! What a Birthday Party!My heartfelt thanks to one and all for sharing the occasion with me.
As well, my appreciation and love goes to my family and especially to Dana,
who made it all happen.
Valerie
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LYTTON FIRST NATION
BAND ADMINISTRATOR
The Lytton First Nation is currently recruiting a dynamic, energetic, self-motivated and professional Band Administrator for their main office located at 951 Main Street, Lytton B.C. The position is classified as full-time permanent basis. Work-ing under the support and supervision provided by the Chief and Council, the Band Administrator will oversee day-to-day operations of the Band administration, and will be responsible to plan, organize, direct, control, evaluate and work with eleven (11) Program Managers and reporting to funding agencies. The success-ful applicant must be competent in all aspects of Hunan Resource and Financial Management as well as strategic planning, implementation and follow-up. All re-quirements are to ensure that the needs of LFN Membership are met in a timely and efficient manner.
Minimum Qualifications:A University Degree in Business Administration or related field.Leadership effectiveness, minimum five (5) years’ experience at a senior management level working with a First Nations. Excellent written and oral communications skillsComputer literacy is a must, proficiency in computer software programs and technology.Ability to plan, develop and manage programs.Experience in financial management, budgeting and reporting.Experience in proposal writing and knowledge of funding sources.Must be bondable and able to apply for a Commission of Oath.Able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.Strong technical skills and ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.Valid driver’s licence and Reliable Vehicle.Criminal records check.
Required Skills and Knowledge:Public speaking skills along with team leadership, management skills and social awareness.Strategic Planning skills and time management skills.Thorough knowledge of all federal, provincial and other funding sources and reporting requirements.General knowledge of the culture, values and traditions of the Nlaka’pamux Nation an asset.
Salary and Remunerations:We offer a respectful and progressive work environment, competitive salary and an above-average benefits package.
Deadline for Applications: Thursday October 16, 2014 at 4:00 pm (with interviews to follow October 20, 2014)
Please submit your application with a cover letter, updated re-sume, copy of certifications and three (3) current references in a sealed envelope to:Executive Assistant to Chief Janet Webster, Councillors and Ad-ministration – Roy Spinks Ph. #250-455-2304Lytton First Nation, Box 20, Lytton, B.C., V0K 1Z0
Or email to: [email protected]
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED: Lytton First Nation thanks all those that apply, however only those granted an interview will be contacted. For more information about Lytton First Nation please visit our website: www.lyttonfirstnations.ca
COMPUTER TECHNICIAN II
Applications are invited for the position of Computer Technician II with School District No. 58, (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt.
This is a 12-month per year, 7.5 hours per day position. Salary and bene ts will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement.
For a complete listing of the job description and quali cations please visit the district’s website at www.sd58.bc.ca click on Jobs/Support Positions and search under ‘Current Job Opportunities’ and follow the prompts (Job Code 711490). Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until October 10, 2014.
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BUILDING INSPECTORfor the
DISTRICT OF KITIMAT(Regular Full Time Position)
Under the supervision of the Technical Services Managerprocesses building permit applications, performs in-spections, reviews drawings and construction for confor-mance with legislation, regu-lations and standards. Ex-plains and enforces municipal bylaws.
The successful applicant will have BOABC or Canadian Registered Building Cer-tifi cation (preference will be given to Level 2 certifi cation or higher) and a minimum Class 5 driver’s license. This bargaining unit position has a wage scale ranging from $37.94 - $45.90/hour (over 2 years) with a 35 hour work week.
Submit detailed resumes, including references by:
October 29, 2014 to Per-sonnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC V8C 2H7, Phone (250) 632-8900,Fax (250) 632-4995, or e-mail [email protected]. Community information can be obtained from our web-site at www.kitimat.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for fur-ther consideration will be contacted.
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Short Term, Full-time Research Assistant Job Opportunity withEsh-kn-arn Cultural Resources
Management ServicesDuties:
Contact advisors and schedule interviews• Help set up and conduct interviews• Write detailed, legible notes• Download recordings• Store and label material accordingly• Prepare mylars and site forms for entry• Do literature reviews• Assist with data entry• Assist in developing the nal report•
Core Skills:Research related skills an asset• Energetic, self-starter, able to work exible hours• Ability to multi-task• Knowledge of Nlaka’pamux culture as asset• Good communication skills• Ability to work on a team and on own• Computer skills an asset• Valid driver’s license an asset•
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Merchandise for Sale
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MERRITT1988 Quilchena Ave.October 7, 2014
250-378-1996 Call for all of your Residential
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MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICESProperty Manager:
Lynda Etchart
Bachelor Suite. $575 plus gas.
2 bdrm in 6plex in Lower Nicola. $600 inc utilities
1 bdrm apt. $600 including heat.
2 bdrm duplex. $ 695 plus utilities.
2 bdrm duplex. $750 plus utilities.
3 bdrm duplex. $950 plus hydro. (X2)
3 bdrm in triplex. $750 plus hydro
2bdrm in fourplex. $750 plus hydro. (Heat included)
2 bedroom in 4plex in Lower Nicola. $750 plus hydro
4 bedroom on the Bench. $1200 plus utilities.
3 bedroom log home on acreage. $1700 plus utilities.
Cottage on acreage. $850 inc hydro and satellite. Horses welcome!
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NICOLA APARTMENTS
Clean one and two
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SUMMIT APARTMENTSBrand new 2 bedroom apartments
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A First Nation organization with great economic and administration potential, located in the beautiful Nicola Valley, west of Merritt, has an excellent opportunity for an experienced:
EDUCATION COORDINATORReporting to Band Administrator, the successful candidate will have the post-secondary education, formal training, professional knowledge skills and abilities and management experience, preferably within Education, to be responsible for:
coordinating the planning and development, and administering the affairs of the • Nooaitch Indian Band Education Programs and Services.performing all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Nooaitch • Indian Band policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by the Band Administrator.maintaining confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of Nooaitch Indian • Bandthe administration, development, support, monitoring, organizing , advocating with • and on behalf of the students enrolled in education programs.
This is a 16 hour per week position, regular– part time offering a very good compensation package along with the opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of a great community.Please forward a current résumé with references to: Arlene Johnston, CAFM Band Administrator 2954 Shackelly Road, Merritt, B.C. V1K 1N9 [email protected] Fax: 250-378-3699
Résumés will be accepted until Tuesday October 14, 2014
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BID FOR TENDER: Carpet removal and new ooring installation
Deadline for bids: October 24, 2014
This request for quotation (RFQ) is for the Conayt Friendship Society (CFS) housing units: Tamarack Gardens and Sumac Gardens and is an open call for carpet replacement in various townhouses and duplexes owned by CFS (up to 40 units). Quotations will be evaluated with regard to how they respond to the requirements and price submissions. The technical portion of the quotation should include all information the contractor wants the CFS to consider and evaluate regarding their company's ability to perform all required tasks and conform to all required terms and conditions.
The requirement is for the removal of old carpet and installation of new ooring. Contractors are requested to submit a written technical and price quotation. Award will be made to the contractor whose quotation is determined to represent the overall best value to the CFS. Contractor will be selected based on, but not limited to: current and previous projects; certi cation of good standing from WCB and proof of insurance coverage. Preference may be given to First Nation contractors.
Further information on submission of technical and price quotations can be provided upon direct contract with Conayt Housing. A site visit by potential bidders will take place upon direct consultation with CFS Housing. For information on attending a scheduled site visit, please contact Victor or Jordana at the Conayt Friendship Society at 250-378-5107.
Please submit all sealed bids by October 24, 2014 to the attention of the Executive Director, Conayt Friendship Society, 2164 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt BC
or mail to: Conayt Friendship Society Housing Department, RE: Bid for Tender, PO Box 1989, Merritt BC, V1K 1B8
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