June 23 full document

HESS GIVING AWAY TICKETS AT MUSIC IN THE PARK /PAGE 3 merrittherald.com

MUD RACING COMES TO THE VALLEY /PAGE 16

Nicola Valley’s News Voice Since 1905

bcclassified.com

MERRITT HERALD FREE

THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2016 • MERRITT NEWSPAPERS

FISHING FILES

Battle for Corbett Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

There was plenty of First Nations dancing at Rotary Park for people to see on Aboriginal Day this past Tuesday. /Page 11 Michael Potestio/Herald For all your landscaping needs call the professionals at

$7MEALDEAL

See ‘ACCESS’ Page 3

New

Deluxe Bacon Cheeseburger MEAL tlcpond1@telus.net 250-378-4166

Mischief charges against local fishermen who went ice fishing on Corbett Lake last December will not be making it to criminal court as the Crown requires the issue of access to be resolved in civil court first.

Rick McGowan, director of the Nicola Valley Fish and Game Club and one of the fishermen who was charged, said the only civil case for the club to make would be against the Ministry of Transportation for blocking public access to the lake.

While he would love to take this case to civil court, neither he nor the club has the money to do so, he said. “We’re hoping to win this by the ministry doing what’s right,� he said.

McGowan recently organized multiple fishing trip protests to Corbett Lake against what he and other anglers claim is an illegal blocking of a public lake by private companies.

In January of 2015, RCMP charged 10 people, including McGowan, with trespassing on to Corbett Lake to ice fish and issued them tickets. The Crown stayed those charges last October.

At the time, RCMP Sgt. Norm Flemming told the Herald the Crown recommended those charges be stayed because the cost-benefit wasn’t enough to warrant proceeding, and it would be more efficient to stay the charges as a warning.

Undeterred, McGowan organized another protests last December.

He and six other protesters were arrested and charged with mischief for walking on to the frozen lake to ice fish, back on December 15, 2015 The men were supposed to be in court on May 17 to face those charges, but the case was dropped.

Sgt. Flemming said he was advised by the Crown that they wouldn’t pursue the recommended charges because the determination of public access to the Merritt area lake is a key factor in this case that should be handled in civil court and not the criminal domain.

According to Flemming, information he’s gathered from the provincial government states that the lake is surrounded by private property and there is no right of public access to it.

Deluxe Cheeseburger NOW WITH BACON!

dq.ca AT PARTICIPATING P RTICIPATING LOCA PA LOCATIONS. C TIONS

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

$EE $

CANADA DAY

2 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

USED VEHICLE CLEAR OUT % June 23-30 0.9

Used Inventory Will Be Marked Down At Wholesale Pricing

FREE Give A Ways All Week And Free Tickets To Rockin River Music Fest!

Rates available on used inventory as low as

oac

2014 GMC SIERRA 1500

2014 JEEP COMPASS SPORT/NORTH

Double cab 4x4 6-speed automatic

SUV 4X4 Automatic

31,900 WHOLESALE PRICE RETAIL PRICING

$

4.3L V-6 cyl

29,998

$

19,900 WHOLESALE PRICE RETAIL PRICING

stk# Z1236

$

2.4L I-4 cyl

18,712

$

2014 NISSAN VERSA

2013 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLE

Sedan Front-wheel Drive 1.6 L 4 cyl

Crew cab 4x4 4-speed automatic with OD

Continuously Variable Transmission

RETAIL PRICING $ 14,900 WHOLESALE PRICE

11,953

$

stk# Z1263

4 cyl 6-speed automatic

RETAIL PRICING $ 13,900 WHOLESALE PRICE

12,869

$

Tow/haul mode 4.8L V-8 cyl

27,955

$

stk# Z1238

Sedan Front-wheel drive 2.5L I-4 cyl RETAIL PRICING $ 14,900 WHOLESALE PRICE

6-speed automatic w/driver shift control

13,916

$

2013 GMC SIERRA 1500 SL

2012 CHEVROLET ORLANDO

Crew cab 4-speed automatic with OD tow/haul mode

SUV Front-wheel Drive Automatic

RETAIL PRICING $ 29,900 WHOLESALE PRICE

4x4 4.8L V-8 cyl

28,680

$

stk# Z1253A

RETAIL PRICING $ 14,900 WHOLESALE PRICE

13,560

$

2009 FORD FOCUS SEL

Hatchback Front-wheel Drive 5-speed manual

Sedan Leather Seats Sunroof

10,900 WHOLESALE PRICE $

1.6L 4 cyl

9,422

$

9,900 WHOLESALE PRICE RETAIL PRICING

stk# Z1246

$

stk# Z1254

2.4L I-4 cyl

2011 FORD FIESTA SE

RETAIL PRICING

stk# Z1229

2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS

2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT TURBO Sedan Front-wheel Drive 1.4L

RETAIL PRICING $ 29,900 WHOLESALE PRICE

stk# Z1256

stk# Z1220A

Power Windows 5-speed manual A/C

8,210

$

stk# Z1258

WHOLESALE PRICING

2049 NICOLA AVE, MERRITT www.murraygmmerritt.com

CALL NOW! 1-888-378-9255

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 3

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Public access to lake disputed From Front The lake is surrounded by property owned by three different groups — the Douglas Lake Cattle Company, the Nicola Ranch and the Corbett Lake Lodge, which uses the lake as a private fishing destination.

McGowan and the Fish and Game Club has been arguing for years that since lakes in British Columbia are public, the privately owned land surrounding Corbett illegally restricts access.

McGowan says there is public access to the lake, pointing to surveys that he said show the easement — that is, the land on either side — of Highway 97C extends to include the border of the lake, providing a point at which the lake can be accessed without crossing private property. “Rick can line up 10 people that say it’s public access, we can line up 10 people that say it’s private, but there’s no ruling from the civil court that says it is private or it is a public right of access,� Flemming said.

Flemming said that his interpretation of the Crown’s current position is that because there is no civil court determination on property and access rights, it doesn’t feel it is in a position to determine if mischief or trespassing took place, which is all that a criminal court hearing would decide.

He said he thinks if this case were to get to criminal court, a judge would likely make a guilty ruling and issue an absolute discharge or conditional discharge to the accused and direct

them to have their legal claim heard in civil court. “That would be the most likely outcome of it,�

Flemming said.

Because the Crown requires the issue of public access be determined in civil court, police are essentially handcuffed in their ability to assist any private property owner that may have an issue, Flemming said.

Flemming said the owners of the Corbett Lake Lodge could obtain a civil injunction, which would prohibit those actions until the issue is determined in Rick McGowan attempted to organize yet another protest earlier this month on court, but it would then be up to McGowan or another the now thawed out lake, but it was a lone affair. Michael Potestio/Herald to challenge the injunction due east of Corbett Lake, and McGowan told in court. the Herald that case begins January 7, 2017 in Flemming also said obtaining an injunction B.C. Supreme Court in Kamloops. would also be costly and time consuming.

McGowan said the club is already finan“If it’s really a protest, and he’s making cially strapped from that case and can’t afford a point, he’s made it. Now do the next step. another one with Corbett Lake.

Take it to [civil] court,� Flemming said of He said he hopes that a victory in the McGowan, adding that if he disagrees with Minnie and Stoney case would have a ripple the Ministry of Transportation he should hold effect on access to Corbett Lake. them accountable and go to civil court.

Flemming told the Herald police have yet to The province has agreed to look into the determine how they will proceed if further proFish and Game’s Club’s case in regards to pub- tests occur at Corbett Lake, which McGowan lic access to Minnie and Stony Lake, which lie said will take place.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Find the Herald online www.merrittherald.com

Merritt Herald @MerrittHerald

INSIDE Opinion ---------------------- 6-7 Health -------------------------- 8 History ------------------------ 14 Sports -------------------- 16- 18 Classifieds ------------------- 20

DID YOU PICK UP TUESDAY’S HERALD? merrittherald .com

June 21 Headlines

TUESDAY, JUNE

Those who attend Music in the Park tonight (June 23) can get tickets to an even bigger musical event free of charge.

Kenny Hess, organizer of the Merritt Rockin’ River Music Festival, will be playing at the Rotary bandshell at 6:30 p.m. and has 2,000 tickets to the opening day of the country music festival to hand out to locals.

Hess said the reason they decided to give out the tickets is to let Merrittonians know this country music festival isn’t the former Merritt Mountain Music Festival. He said he wants people to come out and see his festival, which is known as a family friendly event. “We’re looking forward to saying thanks to the city and allowing people that are local to come down and check it out for the night,� he said.

The former Merritt Mountain Music

Festival gained a bit of a notorious reputation over the years before financial issues led to its demise in 2012.

Hess said opening night at the Rockin’ River Music Festival will feature many great musical acts including the Chris Buck Band, Brent Lee and Josh Gracin.

About 2,000 tickets have already been sold to opening night and the cap on attendance is set at 5,000 attendees.

Kenny Hess, organizer of the Merritt Rockin’ River Music Festival, will be playing Hess said the goal is Music in the Park on Thursday, June 23. Photo courtesy of Dee Lippingwell to have 20,000 attendees throughout the course of the last year for the inaugural Rockin’ River Music four-day festival, Festival, which lost money.

Overall ticket sales to date are a little better “We would have liked to [have] hit 35,000 than they were last year at this time, he said. over the weekend,� he told the Herald at the A little less than 25,000 tickets were sold time.

FEATURE TOUR Luxury Coach Tours

#107-1511 Sutherland Ave. Kelowna 778-478-3896 1-800-667-3877 www.bluestartours.ca (formerly Sunwest Tours)

Swinomish Casino & Lodge Aug. 8 (4 Days).....................from $349 + gst

BOOK BY July 6th t OJHIUT BDDPNNPEBUJPO t Y GPPE DSFEJU t 5VMBMJQ $BTJOP 1BDLBHF GPS BOE MVODI DPVQPO

t 4JMWFS 3FFE $BTJOP TMPU QMBZ GPPE WPVDIFS NBUDI QMBZ

FREE PICK UP IN MERRITT Keep watching these ads and our website for new exciting tours!

*Call for details

MERRITT COUNTRY RUN COM

Voice Sin ce

1905

bcclassified.c om

21, 2016

• MERR ITT NEWS PAPER S

Survivors ride together

FREE

Michael Potestio THE MERRIT T HERALD

Available at news stands today.

MERRITT’ ONLY SMOK SHOP SHOP ONLIN

Larry Hooge lost to cancer keeps close to the memory of The four-tim him. friends and family e Ride 2 of people Survive he’s who’ve him strength particip had the ant has disease on the 388 tough. photographs kilometreattached to his bike to ride when “This the going give and familyis who I’m doing gets of my sponsor the ride suffered for. These from have passed cancer,� he s, my friends and are the friends told the family who Herald. “Severa Hooge, away.� have die from 56, from Abbots l of them find a waycancer recently ford has had , and said many to fight it’s importa close friends back.

Ride 2 Survive nt to him indepen is the Canadi to dent fundrai an Cancer cyclists make their sing event.

Society’s in Merritt way from Every year largest section . Cyclists gathere Kelowna to the caravan of of Highwa Delta with d met by y 97C and at the visitor a pit stop many centre Like Hooge,cheering them Highway 5 where at the interon. they were many their loved ones who of the particip “If you ants have been got names look around afflicted carry symbols you’ll of here’s ridingwritten on their notice a lot by cancer. legs,� Hooge of the others Shanno for somebody.� said. “Every have n Written Hooper from body those she’s on her legs in Squamish is one lost to cancer, purple and of those Matthe riders. green Saturda w Acheson fromand some words are the names y’s particip of of encour Port Coquit battle cancer. ants who agemen t. know first lam is one of The 49-year hand what -old had 20s, which it’s like testicular to didn’t seem he said was at cancer a time when when he to come was in “The with a they got people that I knewmuch hope of cancer diagnos his is survival. cancer, that had died a horribl they got cancer, treatme He said e death,� Acheso nt, and a it looked like few years n said. that this even after his later they would be cancer treatme his “In my nt, he was 30s I was fate too. friends convinc a mess,� helped him ed “[They] get back he said adding told me on his feet. that erable hide,� some to pay back of his the world This led he said with a for saving to Acheso laugh.

Cancer my misn particip and then Ride 2 Surviveating in The Ride to .

Conquer

Jenny Amst her daugh utz and were in theter Aurora area camp Merritt Father’s Daying for weekend this decided towhen they their friend cheer on and cance survivor Matth r ew Acheson in the Ridewho rode cycling fundr2 Survive stopped in aiser that Merritt.

Michael Potestio/He rald

Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Nicola Val ley’s Ne ws

RESULTS PLETE /PAGE 9 MERRIT T HER ALD

THE

Hess jamming, giving out tickets

MOBIL CLASSRE MEDICAL MERRITTOOM IN /PAGE 5

E AT LEMO

*MUST

NADESTANBE 19+ TO PURCHASE D420.COM

OPEN TI LL 9PM Vapes, DAILY Juices

See ‘RIDING

1922 VOGH

T STREET,

’ Page 3

and mo re!

MERRITT 259 TRAN • 420 TRAN S CANA QUILLE ROAD, KAML DA HWY, SALM ON OOPS

ARM

• Ride 2 Survive rolls through The annual Ride 2 Survive route takes cyclists from Kelowna to Delta, with a stop off in Merritt, all to raise funds for cancer research.

• First Nations groups fed up with Trans Mountain process A lack of consultation on the Trans Mountain Expansion project has prompted local First Nations to issue a strongly worded letter to the provincial and federal governments.

• Mobile Medical Unit in town B.C.’s Mobile Medical Unit came to town to offer crisis training to health care practitioners in the Nicola Valley on June 16.

• SPORTS : Otters make a splash at Salmon Arm meet.

Alaska Circle Cruise - 8 days - Sept 19 Book by July 15 ..........from $1450 "OHFM PG UIF 8JOET $BTJOP 8" %BZT "VH 0DU GSPN .FYJDBO 3JWJFSJB $SVJTF $PBDI %BZT /PW GSPN 4JMWFS 3FFG )PUFM $BTJOP 8" %BZT +VOF 4FQU GSPN 4JMWFS 3FFG )PUFM $BTJOP 8" %BZT +VMZ "VH GSPN 4XJOPNJTI 8" %BZT "VH 0DU GSPN 5VMBMJQ 3FTPSU $BTJOP 8" %BZT "VH 4FQU GSPN 7BODPVWFS $BTJOP $SBXM EBZT July 18* GSPN HTU

FREE PICK UP IN MERRITT *Guaranteed Tours ** Some prices may be based on dbl. occ. Prices subject to change without notice

4 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE – 2015 ANNUAL REPORT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 99(3) of the Community Charter that Council will consider the 2015 Annual Report at its June 28, 2016 Regular Council Meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC. The Annual Meeting will be held July 12, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC. The Annual report will be available for public review at City Hall and on the City’s website at www.merritt.ca on June 24, 2016. The Annual Report includes; Departmental Reports, Audited Financial Statements and Permissive Tax Exemptions.

Council will consider submissions or questions from the public in relation to the Annual Report at their Regular Council Meeting on June 28, 2016 and the Annual Meeting on July 12, 2016.

Temporary Road Closure

Airport Road

CLOSURE AREA

Gordon Street

F

CRAWFORD AVE

there will be a temporary road closure from June 6 - July 4, 2016 Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Crawford Avenue

E E R

Music In The Park

Thursday, June 23 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Rotary Park

Kenny Hess

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

For more information call 250-315-1050

City of Merritt

CITY Permissive Tax Exemption Applications are now available.

A permissive tax exemption is a means for Council to support organizations within the community which further Council’s objectives of enhancing quality of life (environmental, economic, social, cultural) and delivering community services economically. There is no obligation on the part of Council to grant exemptions.

New for 2016 the City will provide permissive tax exemptions for a maximum of four (4) years, starting in 2016 for the 2017 – 2020 taxation years. Applications made in subsequent years if approved will be for 4 years less the number of years that have passed, in order to maintain a 4 year cycle. For example, a new place of worship applies in 2018 for a permissive tax exemption for their parking lot, if approved the exemption would apply for 2019 and 2020 taxation years and then they would reapply in 2020 for 2021 – 2024 along with all other permissive exemptions.

The opportunity to apply will be advertised in the local newspaper and on the City’s web site. Applications can be picked up at city hall, downloaded from the web site or emailed upon request.

Applications must be submitted to Financial Services, using the prescribed application form by August 1, 2016.

Financial Services will review the applications for completeness, and arrange contact with applicants for additional information as necessary.

Online Services for Property Owners The City of Merritt now brings you the convenience of accessing property tax information online at any time. Without setting up an account you can have access to viewing current year and prior year property tax and assessment values for any property in Merritt.

Setting up an account will provide the following online services for property owners: Utility Customers Register with your Access Code to see your account transactions, summary of your utility services, monthly water consumption, sewer and solid waste billing. Please phone City Hall for your Access code to link your utility account. The access code is different from your property taxes.

Tax Customers Register with your Access Code and the LAST 8 DIGITS of your roll number printed on your Property Tax Bill to see general property information, assessment values, utility services, billing summary and account transactions.

Claim your Home Owner Grant All you need is your roll number and your Access Code/Pin printed on your Property Tax Bill. Please note that all grants are subject to review before a claim is accepted or denied by the City or Province, according to regulations of the Home Owner Grant Act.

Property Tax Payment Information 2016 Property Tax Notices have been mailed out the third week of May with a due date of July 4, 2016. If you have not received your property tax notice, please contact City Hall at 250-378-4224. It is the responsibility of the property owner to pay property taxes by the due date in order to avoid penalties, whether or not a bill was received. New owners who have not received a property tax notice are advised to contact the City Hall.

We are pleased to offer a variety of methods to pay your property taxes. If you wish to pay online for the first time, contact your financial institution directly to inquire. Payments must be received by the City of Merritt by July 4, 2016. If you’re paying online or at the bank please pay 2 to 3 days ahead of the deadline. As some banking institutions hold payments before forwarding them to the City of Merritt or are located in different time zones, avoid the risk of a penalty being applied by paying online a few days before the deadline. Postmarks will not be accepted as date of payment.

Payment option for 2016 include: Online banking, telephone banking, drop off at City Hall Drop box, by mail, in person at City Hall, pay at your Financial Institution and through your mortgage. Pease refer to the City Website www.merritt.ca for further details for each payment option.

The City of Merritt does not accept Credit Cards for Property Taxes or Utilities due to the additional fees associated with them.

For more general tax inquiries please email: propertytax@merritt.ca or call: (250) 250-378-4224

page

ATTENTION PROPERTY OWNERS: Property Tax Notices have been mailed out on Tuesday May 24, 2016. If you have not received your Tax Notice by May 27, 2016 please contact City Hall to have a notice printed. This year, property taxes are due on July 4, 2016 and the tax deadline applies to everyone. More info can be found at http://www.merritt.ca/find/property-taxes.

For general City of Merritt property tax inquiries please call 250-378-4224.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST CITY OF MERRITT The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of a regular full time Engineering Technologist.

For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position and detailing education, qualifications and proof of required licenses/ certificates/degrees will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, June 27, 2016 by: Sasha Bird, AScT Director of Engineering and Development City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: sbird@merritt.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Date Posted: June 06, 2016 Posting Expires: June 27, 2016

BOARD OF VARIANCE The City of Merritt is seeking three (3) individuals to sit on the City’s Board of Variance for a three (3) year term. The Board of Variance is independent from the City and jurisdiction, and set out by Bylaw.

The Board of Variance hears requests for variances and appeals’ regarding hardships imposed as a result of the City’s zoning bylaw requirements. Meetings are determined on an as needed basis.

If you have an interest in civic duties and would like to apply to sit on the Board of Variance, please forward your intention by letter prior to July 05, 2016 to: City of Merritt Melisa Miles Director of Corporate Services PO Box 189 Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 Or email to mmiles@merritt.ca

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

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 5

www.merrittherald.com

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS WEATHER WATCH

Drought expected Win big!

1ST PRIZE: 2 General Admission Passes to Merritt Rockin’ River Fest, camping pass and a meet & greet with Madeline Merlo

2ND PRIZE: 2 General All Weekend Passes to Merritt Rockin’ River Fest.

The red line indicates a seven day average flow for the Nicola River above Nicola Lake, peaking early in spring and rapidly declining to create drought worries. Photo courtesy of B.C. government.

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

The first week of summer may have officially started on Tuesday (June 21), but the warm weather leading up to June has environment experts preparing for drought conditions in the Nicola Valley.

The Nicola region currently sits at level two of four according to the provincial government’s scale for drought conditions.

Level two is classified as “dry conditions, with first indications of a potential water supply problem,� explained Greig Bethel, a public affairs officer with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. “The objective at level two is voluntary conservation with a target of a minimum 10 per cent reduction in water use,� he added.

While no mandatory water restrictions have been issued yet, the ministry anticipates worsening drought conditions in the region as the summer drags on, barring any unforeseen, substantial precipitation. “While recent rains have eased

drought concerns in some parts of B.C., the rapid loss of snowpack in the spring due to warmer-thannormal temperatures is expected to cause low streamflows in late summer,� said Bethel.

According the province’s sevenday average streamflow map, accessible online, the Nicola River near Spence’s Bridge is flowing at 32 per cent of its regular flow, while the same river, measured near Nicola Lake was flowing at less than half of its median rate this time of year.

Last summer, the Nicola region sat at a level two drought from May 15 to July 3, when it was upgraded to level three. Between July 21 and September 3, the Nicola region was at the highest drought level four.

As drought levels intensify, more restrictions are placed on the use of water in the area, said Bethel. “Water conservation is everyone’s responsibility. Many communities in B.C. are prepared to deal with water supply shortages and low streamflow conditions by drought management plans and water conservation programs that are already in place, including municipal bylaws,� said Bethel.

Meet & Greet with Madeline Merlo* WE’RE MORE THAN JUST A LAUNDROMAT WE OFFER: 3rd largest Laundromat in the province with 56 washers and 17 dryers.

OPEN Family owned and 7 DAYS A operated for 40 years WEEK Clean & Air-Conditioned Ample R/V Parking

MERRITT DRYCLEANING

BMM TVNNFS ESFTTFT $ 95

39.

(SBOJUF "WFOVF .FSSJUU ] )0634 .PO Ĺ­ 5VFT UP 'SJ Ĺ­ 4BU

Wagon West Diner

Trips up and down the Coquihalla Highway will be getting a little smoother for motorists in the near future, as work on a resurfacing project on Highway Five is scheduled to start next month.

Asphalt resurfacing will take place in three stretches on the mountain pass, covering 35 kilometres in total; between the Nicolum Creek Bridge and Portia Bridge, from the Portia Bridge to the Box Canyon area, and between Ottomite Bridge and the Zopkios brake check (near the summit). “The Coquihalla Highway recently turned 30, so it is timely that this route will be the recipient of an asphalt-resurfacing project this summer,� said MLA for Fraser-Nicola Jackie Tegart. “Highway 5 is still one of the province’s most-active corridors for the movement of goods and people. We’ll continue to look at ways to ensure this route is safe and reliable for many years to come.�

The work is scheduled to take place between July and September this year.

Hours: Mon. to Sat.: 8:30 am - 5 pm Sunday: 9:30 am - 4 pm

1926 Quilchena Ave.

250-378-2676

SPECIALIZING IN EVERYTHING SMOKE! Vaporizers & DJHT & +VJDF Hookahs $JHBST 8BUFS Pipes r AND MUCH MORE! r r r r

COQUIHALLA NEWS

Highway to be smoothed

& Coin Laundry

Daily Specials!

Breakfast All Day! At The Wagon West Travel Plaza

3999 Airport Road, Merritt 250-378-2100

ENTER YOUR BALLOTS AT THESE PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN! Draw date: July 20, 2016

1922 VOGHT ST, MERRITT 420 TRANS CANADA HWY, SALMON ARM 259 TRANQUILLE ROAD, KAMLOOPS

01&/ ". 1. t %":4 " 8&&, 888 -&.0/"%&45"/% $0.

merritt Rockin’ River fest Name: Address: City:

Phone:

Winners will be notiďŹ ed by phone. Please provide current contact information. Enter by 12:00 noon, July 20, 2016. Some restrictions apply. Family of Merritt Herald staff not eligible. For more info contact the Merritt Herald 2090 Granite Avenue, Merritt BC 250-378-4241. * Meet & greet artist subject to change

6 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

VIEWPOINT EDITORIAL

Lyrics could create crisis Comparing the insanity and bitterness of the current political landscape in the United States, to the relatively civil and level-headed Cole Wagner atmosphere COLE’S NOTES in the House of Commons (outside of the occasional elbow), is a time honoured tradition for many Canadians.

And with the United States currently embroiled in another failed effort to pass any meaningful kind of gun control legislation after the tragedy in Orlando, the political climates of our country and our neighbours to the south stand in stark contrast to one another.

But that was before the great debate over changing the national anthem got underway.

Rushed through committee in order to hit the floor of the House of Commons, Mauril Bélanger’s motion to make Canada’s national anthem gender neutral has ignited fierce arguments across the country regarding history, culture, and our shared sense of heritage.

The bill in question would change two words in the English version of the anthem: from “in all thy sons’ command,” to “in all of us command,” which changes a masculine word to a gender neutral one, while preserving the awkward phrasing of the original lyric. A nice touch, to be sure.

But Bélanger’s bill passed through the House of Commons on its third reading, which means it moves to the Senate for approval before it becomes the law of the land.

The Liberal majority, along with members of the NDP and the lone Green MP Elizabeth May, ensured the vote wasn’t even close — 225 to

See ‘CANADA’ Page 7

Publisher Theresa Arnold publisher@ merrittherald.com

Oil nations and sharing the wealth On Monday, hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans began the timeconsuming process of validating their signatures on a petition demanding a recall referendum on GWYNNE DYER the elected president, The international Nicolas Maduro.

Food riots are break- STAGE ing out all over the country, and the capital, Caracas, has the highest murder rate of any city in the world. Many citizens expect a revolution.

Half a world away, Saudi Arabians don’t have to worry about referendums, or indeed about national elections. But no Saudi Arabian citizen goes hungry, and the capital, Riyadh, has a lower murder rate than Toronto. And nobody expects a revolution.

But why compare Venezuela and Saudi Arabia? They don’t have anything in common, do they? Well, actually, they do.

The two countries have the biggest oil reserves in the world, and oil exports account for more than 90 per cent of their national

Sales Associate Michele Siddall sales2@ merrittherald.com

Production Dan Swedberg production2@ merrittherald.com

MERRITT HERALD 2090 G

incomes. They have about the same population (Saudi Arabia 27 million, Venezuela 30 million), and more than half the adults in each country depend directly on the government for their jobs or at least their income. But one country is rich and one is poor. Why? The Venezuelan oil boom started back in the 1930s, but very little of the money reached the poor majority. Saudi Arabia only started earning real money from its oil in the 1960s, and the ruling al-Saud family got very, very rich — but they did ensure that enough money trickled down to raise the living standards of the whole population.

By the 1990s almost every Saudi citizen had a decent home, ample food, and access to education and health care. Less than half of Venezuela’s population did, so in 1998 the radical ex-military officer Hugo Chavez was elected president and began to carry out what he called the “Bolivarian Revolution.”

It was really just what the Saudi Arabian regime had been doing for decades already, dressed up as “socialism.” Chavez’s regime created fake jobs in the government and the oil industry as a way of putting money into the hands of the poor, gave direct subsidies to those unable to work, and provided free health care and education for all.

Editor Cole Wagner newsroom@ merrittherald.com

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

Reporter Michael Potestio reporter@ merrittherald.com

Within ten years Chavez’s “revolution” had given Venezuela’s former poor the same basic living standard and social services that Saudi Arabia’s former poor already enjoyed. So far, so good — but then it started to fall apart.

Massive corruption sabotaged Venezuela’s oil production: it has more oil than Saudi Arabia, but it pumps only a quarter as much.

More and more of the country’s heavily subsidised food ended up on the black market, starving the government-run supermarkets of supplies but enriching government employees.

Then the oil price collapsed, from $110 per barrel in June 2014 to only $26 by January 2016. It’s back up to around $50 now, but that’s still less than half what the Venezuelan and Saudi Arabian governments (and all the other oil exporters) used to get for their oil. So Venezuela is on the brink of revolution — but Saudi Arabia is not.

Every year Saudi Arabia saved a portion of its oil income, and when the price crashed it had $750 billion in cash reserves to draw on.

It has run through $150 billion of that reserve since mid-2014, but it can probably keep popular living standards high until the price eventually recovers.

See ‘COLLAPSE’ Page 7

Sports writer Ian Webster sports@ merrittherald.com

Office manager Ken Couture classifieds@ merrittherald.com

FAX (250) 378-6818

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

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

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 7

www.merrittherald.com

OPINION Canada on the edge

YOUR COMMENTS

Speak up

A selection of comments on Herald stories, culled online

RE: LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND BLASTS GOVERNMENTS FOR FAILURE TO CONSULT ON TRANS MOUNTAIN (June 16)

From Page 6 74, with the only dissenting votes coming from Conservative MPs. So now here we stand — a country on the brink of fracturing itself in two over the lyrics to a song written in 1880, and adopted as Canada’s official anthem 100 years later.

I shudder to think of the possible fallout from updating the lyrics — but I imagine it would play out something like this.

First, the lyrics are changed by the governing Liberal party, creating a deep schism within Canadian society.

Essentially, all former racial, cultural, or socioeconomic forms of identity will fall by the wayside, replaced by two very simple categories: Canadians will be either be a “sons” loyalist, or an “us” patriot.

Attending a hockey game could turn into a bloodbath in short order, as countless fist fights among fans will likely break out during the national anthem presentation which traditionally precedes the game.

Of course, there is always the possibility that this change is accepted by Canadians in a more typical fashion — with plenty of grumbling, and complaining, but ultimately capitulation to the new reality.

And I guess it remains possible that hockey matches don’t turn into melees. People could accept that their neighbour might be slow to adjust to singing “in all of us command,” not as a sign of disrespect to the women of this country, but as a sign of their long-standing connection to the anthem.

But just for once, I wouldn’t mind a little hysteria of our own in the True* North *Lyrics subject to change based on a re-evaluation of Canada’s actual northern position relative to Greenland.

We need to get reconciliation right. We’re starting to tell the truth. Now it’s time to shift our thinking towards full acceptance of processes that now satisfy our requirements for consultation and true negotiation.

The world’s watching.

We’re not alone in now needing to swallow the karma of the past as a perhaps somewhat bitter pill for existing settler society; however, it’s our generation in history that is tasked now with doing our utmost to establish complete practices that honour a true Nation-to-Nation relationship.

— posted by “Darren Gregory” on June 18

?

HERALD QUESTION OF THE WEEK To vote, go online to merrittherald.com

RE: DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES AGAINST PARKING BYLAW (June 16) I have personally shown Merritt’s downtown area to several out of town residents. Each time I got similar reactions in that Merritt doesn’t really have a very welcoming downtown area. “It’s too bad all the businesses moved,” and “I couldn’t stand to live here there is noting going on, nothing happening.”

“It just seems boring here,” “Its just a dust bowl, there are no attractions. No lakes, not even a place to go by the river and have lunch,” — we have two rivers.

One only needs to click on the “Events” tab to get the picture, there are no events that are being promoted by the Merritt Herald — at all this is sad.

I don’t see the city council helping the situation and a stroll down the main streets leaves me feeling empty. It used to be a friendly place with shoppers regularly meeting downtown, ducking into cafe’s playing pool. Merritt was never a very vibrant community but it has lost that comforting small town feel. Now its so desolate and depressing.

Why not put in angle parking, make some one way streets, We could do as in Penticton and have a really slow speed limit which improved safety and walk-ability and encouraged people to stop and enjoy the local restaurants.

— posted by “Glen Rutherford” on June 17

Do you agree with making the lyrics of ‘O Canada’ gender neutral?

PREVIOUS QUESTION Does Merritt need more live entertainment?

YES: 50% (2) NO: 50% (2)

RE: COPS TO COLLECT GUNS (June 21) I’d gladly take any unwanted guns and ammunition!

— posted by Jeremy Cammidge via Facebook on June 21

Venezuela on the brink of collapse From Page 6 Venezuela had no cash reserve, and so the fall in the oil price meant instant, acute crisis. Chavez died in 2013, and his (legitimately elected) successor, Nicolas Maduro, has none of his charisma. Even if he did, the lack of any cash cushion made a collapse in living standards inevitable, and he could not now get re-elected.

The opposition parties won a large majority in last December’s congressional election, and are now pushing for a “recall” referendum that could drive Maduro from the presidency long before his term ends in 2019. He is resisting fiercely, and is even threatening to abolish Congress if it persists in opposing him.

The Venezuelan crisis may well end in major bloodshed, whereas Saudi Arabia is cruising through an equally big shortfall in national income relatively Can you believe it, our owners will have to treat us!

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

untouched. What can we learn from this remarkable contrast?

Nothing of universal signficance, but we can certainly offer some tentative advice to Third-World countries that suddenly get rich from oil. Don’t be a democracy if you can help it, because the corruption will be massive and the political perspectives very short-term. Have a royal family that plans to be in business for a long time.

The monarchies will be corrupt too, but the ruling families will keep it within bounds. They will redistribute the wealth as well or better than the democracies do, because it is in their interest to have satisfied, loyal subjects. And they will do long-term planning (like saving for a rainy day) because they think in terms of generations — their generations.

Not that they are really likely to stay in power forever.

Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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

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

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

Email letters to: newsroom@ merrittherald. com.

Buy one get one

ALL PET TOYS 50% OFF PET SUPPLIES

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

8 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

merrittherald.com

bcclassified.com

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

The science behind a “crack�

Have you ever noticed how some people turn their neck or back in a peculiar manner and proDR. COLIN GAGE duce a mild Spinal “popping�

COLUMN sound at the same time? If you had not guessed already, that person was likely “manipulating� the joints of their spine.

To the average person, it may appear and sound like a bad thing to be doing.

Although I would never recommend that a person does this to themselves, if a trained professional does it in the appropriate circumstances it can have amazing benefits.

To help you understand more on what manipulation is and does, I will need to first give you a quick lesson in the anatomy of your joints. Each and every joint in your body, including your spine, has a flexible sac around it making it a sealed

or enclosed unit. This is called a “joint capsule.� Within this sac and between the two bones of a joint is a clear jelly-like fluid called “synovial fluid.� This fluid has the task of lubricating and nourishing the joint. As the joint moves, the bones glide over one another. The further and more often a joint can move, the better this synovial fluid is circulated within the joint, and the healthier it will be. When the movement of any joint is reduced, the fluid inside does not circulate as well and the joint cannot remain as healthy. The fluid will become thick or sticky and scar tissue can form, making the joint even more stiff.

Your spine is exposed to continual physical stress whenever you play sports, lift, stand, sit, bend, twist and almost any other physical activity. If the stress occurs too frequently or forcefully, the result is that some of the joints in your spine become stiff or restricted in their movement. Whether a joint is relatively pain free but restricted in its movement or acutely painful due to a traumatic injury, restoring its proper movement is the only way for it to truly heal naturally and prop-

erly.

When a “chiropractic adjustment� or “manipulation� is performed on a joint, a popping sound may be heard. This is not your bones “cracking back into the proper place,� as many people like to describe it.

In simplest terms, the joint is just being stretched or opened slightly more than you can do on your own but not enough to injure it. When this is done, the gases dissolved in the jelly-like fluid (similar to the oxygen dissolved in lake water that allows fish to breath) form a bubble within the sac that surrounds the joint. This is where the popping sound really comes from. The result is that the mobility of the joint, and its ability to heal, is improved.

It is recommended that you undergo a series of adjustments so that the increased mobility of the joint is fully restored and maintained long enough for it to heal completely and naturally.

GWEN RANDALL-YOUNG Psychology FOR LIVING Some writers have suggested that depression can be the result of alienation from our own souls. Certainly it can also be caused by life circumstances or biochemistry. If being disconnected from our souls does happen to be the problem, what them? Can we be helped by medical practice that scarcely acknowledges the existence of soul? Can we be helped by therapists who delve into our past or teach us to think differently? Will repeating positive affirmations lift us out of our misery?

All of these healing modalities will have something to offer, but

essence of who we are at the core of our being.

It is who we really want to be, and who we would be if we did not experience self-doubt, and did not feel we had to live up to the expectations of others.

The soul wants to fly free and experience as much of itself as possible in this lifetime. To cage a soul is like taking a child to Disneyland, and only allowing that child to peer in from the outside. He or she can see all there is to experience, but is held back. When the soul is left outside of the life experience, it is no wonder that depression

Call or email Michele at:

250-378-4241

sales2@merrittherald.com

MERRITT HERALD

Reach out to us.

We can help.

Your BC Interior law firm – supporting families, individuals and business since 1911. • • • • •

Dr. Colin Gage was born and raised in Merritt. He’s been helping patients from his clinic at Nicola Valley Chiropractic since 1996.

Soul defines who we are ultimately it is up to us to get to the heart of the matter.

If we feel detached from life, unable to feel joy, we may not be living the life we came here to live. Sometimes we have no idea what we want.

In this case, a starting point might be simply to list all of the things that we do not want in our lives. Getting specific about the things we do not like can get the compass needle pointing in a definitive direction.

Consider which qualities are opposite to those you do not like, and you have begun your list of what you do want.

The heart is like a compass pointing us in the direction that our soul wants to go.

We know in our hearts which people and situations are good for us.

Too often we override that heart knowing, our of a sense of obligation to others, or from sheer habit. This is equivalent to putting the soul in a cage. The soul is the

I am here to help make advertising work for you!

sets in. The child could return to Disneyland as an adult, and experience everything that was missed. The soul will not have another change in this lifetime.

Sometimes the thought of making the changes that would free the soul is overwhelming to the ego. The self recoils and remains immobilized.

All that is felt is an ache in the heart from that deep and distant place that knows what might have been.

To see Gwen RandallYoung’s full column this week, visit merrittherald.com and search “Soul.�

Business & real estate matters Wills & estate matters Personal and business disputes ICBC claims & personal injury Divorces & family matters

LLP LAWYERS

Ben van der Gracht MorelliChertkow.com Please call me to make an appointment: 250-378-4218 1-888-374-3350 Serving Merritt, Kamloops, Ashcroft and Williams Lake

How’s your hearing?

Ask an Audiologist.

Carolyn Palaga, MSc, Aud (C)

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

Call Monday - Friday

315-9688 2076A Granite Avenue, Merritt (Located at Nicola Valley Chiropractic)

A PROUD TRADITION OF DENTURE CRAFTS

Two Great Locations to Serve You Better!

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

Robby Jaroudi Allen E. Goessman Professional Personalized Denture Services

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

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 9

www.merrittherald.com

PROVINCIAL NEWS POLICE FILES

Workers foil fraudsters Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Two men in possession of stolen credit cards and ID were thwarted at Merritt businesses by quick thinking employees this past Saturday afternoon (June 18).

RCMP Sgt. Norm Flemming told the Herald that two males attempted to use stolen credit cards and ID of a man from the Lower Mainland to make purchases at the Source on Forksdale Avenue and a neighbouring gas station.

However, employees noticed something was amiss when the signatures written by the men to complete the purchases didn’t match what was on the credit cards Flemming said. “Good on the stores. Some are very good about checking,

Flemming said.�

When the heat was on, the two males fled and by the time police were called they were nowhere to be found.

Both are described as Caucasian, in their mid-twenties and one was said to have blonde hair.

Each were at different locations and both were using the same stolen ID, Flemming said.

It is presumed they were acting together.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Flemming said the employees who recognized the discrepancy deserve accolades. “It’s just smart,� he said. “Take a look at who you’re dealing with, take a look at the ID they’re presenting or the credit card they’re presenting.�

Win big!

1ST PRIZE: 2 General Admission Passes to Merritt Rockin’ River Fest, camping pass and a meet & greet with Madeline Merlo

2ND PRIZE: 2 General All Weekend Passes to Merritt Rockin’ River Fest.

Meet & Greet with Madeline Merlo*

25 off

%

A local name you can trust!

*

✃ Going the Extra Mile.

Hours: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., 7 days a week

250-378-5564

STOP THE VIOLENCE SLO-PITCH TOURNAMENT JUNE 24-26/16

Let me work with you on all your advertising needs!

I WILL HELP MAKE NEWSPAPER ADVERTISING WORK FOR YOU.

250-378-4618

sales2@merrittherald.com

Ó䙙Ê >Ă€Vˆ>ĂŠ-ĂŒĂ€iiĂŒ

MERRITT HERALD

OfďŹ cial Umpires Concession Available Call 250-378-6170 for more information

ENTER YOUR BALLOTS AT THESE PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN! Draw date: July 20, 2016

RVICE E S D O OD, GO MES! O F D O TI GO GRAND 7iĂŠÂ…>Ă›iĂŠĂ“ĂŠL>˜`ĂƒĂŠÂœĂ›iĂ€ĂŠĂŒÂ…iĂŠ,ÂœVÂŽÂˆÂ˜ĂŠ,ÂˆĂ›iĂ€viĂƒĂŒo° iiĂŠ ÂˆÂ˜ĂœÂœÂœ`ˆiĂŠÂœÂ˜ĂŠ Ă•Â?ÞÊÓÇÊEĂŠĂ“n

ÂœÂľĂ•ÂˆÂ…>Â?Â?>ĂŠ ÂœĂžÂœĂŒiĂƒĂŠ(Locals: John Henry Ramsay & friends) ÂœÂ˜ĂŠ Ă•Â?ÞÊәÊEÊÎä°ÊÊ ÂœĂ•Ă€ĂƒĂŠ/ o

250-378-4241

Where: Central Park

,, //\ĂŠĂ“xä‡ÎÇn‡ÓäÓäÊÊUÊÊÓ£ÇÇÊ+Ă•ÂˆÂ?VÂ…i˜>ĂŠ Ă›i° ĂœĂœĂœÂ°`ÂœVĂŒÂœĂ€ĂƒiĂžiV>Ă€i“iĂ€Ă€ÂˆĂŒĂŒÂ°Vœ“ *, /" \ĂŠĂ“xä‡Ó™xÂ‡ĂˆĂˆ{äÊÊUĂŠĂŠÂŁĂŽÂŁĂŠ6iĂ€Â“ÂˆÂ?Â?ÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂŠ Ă›i°

* Excluding all Maui Jim & Zeal • Sale Dates: June 23 - July 20, 2016

Call or email Michele at:

Entry Fee - $30000

with this coupon

✃

Sunglasses

-Ă•Â˜Â‡7i`\ĂŠÂŁÂŁ ĂŠĂŒÂœĂŠÂŁÂŁ* ĂŠUĂŠ/Â…Ă•Ă€ĂƒÂ‡->ĂŒ\ĂŠÂŁÂŁ ĂŠĂŒÂœĂŠ ˆ`˜ˆ}Â…ĂŒ

merritt Rockin’ River fest Name: Address: City:

Phone:

Winners will be notiďŹ ed by phone. Please provide current contact information. Enter by 12:00 noon, July 20, 2016. Some restrictions apply. Family of Merritt Herald staff not eligible. For more info contact the Merritt Herald 2090 Granite Avenue, Merritt BC 250-378-4241. * Meet & greet artist subject to change

10 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION

Day Camp will operate Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at 100 Sumac Gardens (near Bob’s Mini Mart)

Applications to attend the Day Camp for Urban Aboriginal Children are to be submitted by parents/legal guardians to Day Camp Coordinator, Britanni Ketlo by June 30, 2016 at Conayt Friendship Society, 1964 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt BC • T: 250-378-5107

(Above) Bill Willey received congratulations from KLC’s principal Colleen Mullin as he walked across the stage. (Left) The graduates eagerly await the start of the ceremony.

(Bottom left) Many of the grads, including Teisha Dunn, shared a hug with Mullin as they crossed the stage. Mullin said KLC is unlike other schools because of how small the class sizes are. “We eat together, learn together, and live together,” explained the principal. (Below) Pauline Jung was all smiles as she received a ceremonial graduation blanket from superintendent Steve McNiven. Jung’s family flew out from Las Vegas, Nev. to see her walk across the stage.

(Bottom) Julz Hall-Moses beamed at the crowd as she was congratulated by principal Mullin. Cole Wagner/Herald

DAY CAMP FOR CHILDREN, AGES 7-13

Friends, family and loved ones gathered at the Merritt Civic Centre on June 21 to cheer on the Kengard Learning Centre’s graduating class of 2016.

The ceremony celebrated graduates from two programs at the Kengard Learning Centre (KLC): the community learning centre (CLC), and the South Central Interior Distance Education School (SCIDES). Twenty-four graduates came from the CLC, while 20 people earned their Dogwood diploma through the SCIDES program, which offers all of the coursework online.

With students learning from a distance, some families came from as far as Las Vegas, Nev. to mark the occasion.

The path to a Dogwood diploma for these graduates wasn’t always easy, said KLC principal Colleen Mullin.

Many adults who dropped out of school early to begin working have since been laid off — and found themselves out remaining of work because they don’t have their Dogwood, explained Mullin.

“They come to us often very discouraged,” she added.

Support services at the community learning centre are invaluable to students who are dealing with addiction, or trauma, while the flexibility of the SCIDES program allows those who are currently working to continue their coursework throughout their employment, she explained.

For Tim McLure, a teacher at KLC, the graduation ceremony is a reminder of how valuable the programs offered at the centre are for the community.

“Fourty-four people wouldn’t have graduated without [KLC]” said McLure.

Conayt Friendship Society

Kengard grads walk the stage

(Above) Three year old Gracie Miller chows down on a piece of watermelon.

There was plenty of food during the celebration. (Left) Suevanna Ho, a grade three student from Bench Elementary School, applies a coat of glitter to a rock she painted.

(Above) Kids and adults alike took part in the drumming, one of many traditional activities on display at the Aboriginal Day celebration. (Left) Sajjin Lali prepares to shoot a fake boar as part of archery lessons.

Photos by Michael Potestio

Working Hard for Rural Communities

(Top) Withn their hands above their heads to mimic antlers, female dancers play the part of the deer while the boys prepare their fake bows during the deer hunter dance at Aboriginal Day in Rotary Park.

MLA Fraser Nicola

Aboriginal culture celebrated

JACKIE TEGART

COMMUNITY EVENT

Ashcroft Constituency Office

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

405 Railway Avenue Ashcroft, BC Phone 250 453-9726 Toll-Free 1 877 378-4802 Email jackie.tegart.mla@leg.bc.ca www.jackietegartmla.bc.ca

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 11

www.merrittherald.com

12 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Merritt & Nicola Valley

Dining Guide 1

2

COME CHECK OUT OUR GREAT MENU!

MERRITT DESERT INN

2350 VOGHT STREET, MERRITT, BC (ACROSS FROM THE A&W)

250-378-2254

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 7 Days a Week Sunday-Saturday 7am

Nicola

Sushi

Sushi • Sashimi • Bento • Tempura • Teriyaki • Yaki Noodle • & More!

Phone: 250-378-4858 Japanese 3581 Voght St., Merritt Restaurant

5

4

En Monday’s Buffet Win Free • • • •

Gluten Free Items Family Dinner Menu 50 Seat Banquet Room 15 Seat Meeting Family Room and much, much more!

HOURS: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Resta aura antt & Din nin ng Ro oom m Se erv ving g A Quality Casual, Diverse Menu Featuring the Best Steaks & Prime Rib in Town

ffet Lunch B-uFri. Mon. pm 11:30am-2ter To

P/U - Take-Out - Delivery y

Best signature rolls, sushi and teriyaki!

Affordable. Local.

DOWNRIGHT DELICIOUS. A fun, affordable neighbourhood gathering place, where fine food meets great atmosphere, a good time and casual comfort.

3

11am - 9pm Every Day, 7 Days a Week 4025 Walters St. (Just off Voght Street next to Quality Inn) • 250-378-6333

6

COME ENJOY OUR FRIDAY

CHINESE CUISINE

HOURS:

HUGE SELECTION OF CHINESE DISHES!

7 days a week 11 am - 9 pm *Free delivery within 3km and min $30 purchase. *Pick-up orders 10% off!

2226 NICOLA AVE, MERRITT

7

Wagon West Diner

250-378-1323 OR 250-378-8888

10% OFF

pick-up orders over $15

8

cooked to order

East Indian Food Indian Food that we guarantee will keep you coming back for more!

All Day 250-378-2100

3999 Airport Road, Merritt, BC

“The best East Indian food we’ve ever ate” - Customer comment Store Hours: 7 am - 9:30 pm Restaurant: Monday - Saturday 4 pm - 8 pm 2801 Clapperton Avenue Merritt , BC

Open Thurs. to Tues.

11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Closed Wednesday

1953 Nicola Avenue, Merritt 250-378-8283

at Bob’s Mini Mart

s(5'% 0/24)/.3 s'2%!4 02)#% s350%2)/2 15!,)49

BUFFET! 4:30PM -7:30PM

www.bobsminimart.com 250-378-6500

QUICK DIRECTORY 1. MERRITT DESERT INN • 250-378-2254 2. NICOLA SUSHI • 250-378-4858 3. GOLDEN CHOPSTICKS • 250-378-6333 4. JOHNNY’S ON THE REZ • 250-378-9557 5. CRYSTAL RESTAURANT • 250-378-1323 6. TROPICO SPICE • 250-378-8283 7. WAGON WEST DINER • 250-378-2100 8. BOB’S MINI MART • 250-378-6500

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 13

www.merrittherald.com

REAL ESTATE REVIEW

www.facebook.com/rlpmerritt

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

Phone: 250-378-6181

Holly Tilstra Property Manager

www.pinterest.com/rlpmerritt

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

SALES TEAM

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Lynda Etchart Property Manager

www.twitter.com/rlpmerritt

Independently owned and operated

Claudette Edenoste Broker/Owner

Crystal Chandler Assistant

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

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

John Isaac Broker

250-280-0689

250-315-5178

250-378-1586

claudetteedenoste@ royallepage.ca

kbonneteau@telus.net

johnisaac@telus.net

Debra Schindler Personal Real Estate Corp.

250-315-3548 debbieschindler2@gmail.com

Melody Simon Sales Rep

250-315-8539 melodydsimon@ hotmail.com

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

SOLDKE AN

LOG

LA

SOLD

SOLD

ING

LIST NEW

CE

CE

PRI W E N

PRI W E N

5 COPPER COURT 2299 BURGESS AVENUE 1720 HILL STREET 2976 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 1890 QUILCHENA AVENUE $73,900 MLS# 132929 $139,900 MLS# 127607 $279,900 MLS# 134076 $245,000 MLS# 135332 $269,700 MLS# 133012

443 MORGAN AVENUE $165,000 MLS# 133626

1406 PINE STREET 1630 BANN STREET 2930 MCLEAN PLACE 1407 WALNUT AVENUE $129,900 MLS# 133947 $267,990 MLS# 135158 $329,900 MLS# 127816 MLS# 131411 $328,000

465 WOODWARD AVENUE $299,000 MLS#135075

F

ROO W E N

2376 JACKSON AVENUE $160,000 MLS#131511

4960 STEFFENS ROAD 4621 TUNKWA LAKE $449,000 MLS# 132178 $464,900 MLS# 134935

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

Merritt up to $200,000 131438 16-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132911 76-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132252 35-254 HIGHWAY 8 132784 #6-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 134532 1306 WALNUT AVENUE 132602 18-254 HIGHWAY 8 134794 61-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132091 1874 DOUGLAS STREET 132046 71-2776 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133031 2302 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132469 304-2295 BLAIR STREET 132471 206-2295 BLAIR STREET 133947 1406 PINE STREET 134763 2251 NICOLA AVENUE 133848 1876 COLDWATER AVENUE 133063 1301 DUNCAN STREET 127478 1951 GRANITE AVENUE 130290 17-2760 VOGHT STREET 132724 1982-84 2ND AVENUE 134838 ParcelA MERRITT-PRINCETON HWY SOLD 131450 #5-2760 VOGHT STREET 133662 206-1701 MENZIES STREET 134983 4-2760 VOGHT STREET 133849 2276 COUTLEE AVENUE 131538 104-2799 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 132661 203-1701 MENZIES STREET 131511 2376 JACKSON AVENUE 133041 2326 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133626 443 MORGAN AVENUE LN 135137 1725 BLAIR STREET 133702 2490 COUTLEE AVENUE SOLD 134773 2599 COLDWATER AVENUE 133851 2651 JACKSON AVENUE 131428 2501 JACKSON AVENUE 134687 1847 GRANITE AVENUE 132416 1960 HILL STREET 130646 22-1749 MENZIES STREET 134860 2552 CORKLE STREET 131398 1660 HILL STREET 130825 3008 PONDEROSA AVENUE Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 133421 21-1749 MENZIES STREET 134586 2099 CLEASBY STREET 133972 1701 ORME STREET 133629 1751 GRANITE AVENUE 133846 2664 QUILCHENA AVENUE 129920 2102 PRIEST AVENUE 134544 2556 CORKLE STREET 133280 2364 QUILCHENA AVENUE 135332 1890 QUILCHENA AVENUE 130179 2614 COLDWATER AVENUE 134789 2571 COLDWATER AVENUE 132525 2882 CRANNA CRESCENT 134387 1642 LINDLEY CREEK ROAD 134075 2741 CRANNA CRESCENT 132976 2014 GILLIS CRESCENT

PRICE 5,000 42,500 58,000 65,000 70,000 79,000 79,950 89,000 89,900 98,000 102,000 108,000 129,900 134,900 135,000 139,995 145,000 145,000 145,900 149,000 149,900 155,000 155,000 157,000 159,000 159,000 160,000 165,000 165,000 169,000 169,000 175,000 175,000 185,000 188,000 195,000 195,000 199,000 199,800 199,999 205,000 209,000 209,000 225,000 227,500 235,000 239,900 239,900 245,000 249,000 249,000 249,000 249,000 249,900 249,900

MLS #

House # STREET

Merritt $200,000 to $300,000 cont.

134466 2343 MCGORAN PLACE 132638 1599 COLDWATER AVENUE 133807 2652 PRIEST AVENUE 135199 1413 COLDWATER AVENUE 131411 1407 WALNUT AVENUE 134248 2113 BLACKWELL AVENUE 133309 2621 CLAPPERTON AVENUE 133012 1720 HILL STREET 130128 419 DODDING AVENUE 134076 2976 CLAPPERTON AVENUE SOLD 135075 465 WOODWARD AVENUE 135021 2325 REID AVENUE Merritt $300,000+ 131637 2950 MCLEAN PLACE 134234 2363 COUTLEE AVENUE 135175 1376 DOUGLAS STREET 135158 1630 BANN STREET 127816 2930 MCLEAN PLACE 132897 2301 LANGLEY STREET 128756 3051 HILTON DRIVE 134563 1541 BANN STREET SOLD 135213 1737 JUNIPER DRIVE 131067 2326 GARCIA STREET 133925 2465 PAIGE STREET LN 134753 3350 PANORAMA PLACE 134284 2450 NICHOLSON AVENUE 135092 1849 PINERIDGE DRIVE 135113 3358 PANORAMA PLACE 132715 1702 JUNIPER DRIVE 135151 1502 RIVER STREET 132232 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 132647 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD Homes on Acreage 132178 4960 STEFFENS ROAD 128397 1444 LOON LAKE ROAD CC 132182 DL3520 MILL CREEK ROAD 134236 5929 BEECH ROAD 134647 2397 CARRINGTON STREET 133346 6621 MONCK PARK ROAD 134663 757 COLDWATER ROAD 133142 1593 MILLER ROAD 132233 3793 PETIT CREEK ROAD 134693 1577 MILLER ROAD 132648 5240 DOT RANCH CUTTOFF RD Bare Land 132760 1849 VOGHT STREET 130526 1410 WALNUT AVENUE 133649 1600 CHESTNUT AVENUE 133651 1640 CHESTNUT AVENUE 133884 1585 CHESTNUT AVENUE 127815 2488 SPRINGBANK AVENUE 133648 1685 CHESTNUT AVENUE 130261 1914 QUILCHENA AVENUE 133776 1305 FIR AVENUE 131295 6681 MONCK PARK ROAD 135087 1645 MILLER ROAD

PRICE 250,000 258,000 258,900 259,900 267,990 269,000 269,000 269,700 279,000 279,900 299,000 299,900 315,000 323,000 325,000 328,000 329,900 339,000 353,000 379,000 379,000 384,000 419,000 419,000 454,900 469,000 480,000 489,000 569,000 1,495,000 1,595,000 449,000 499,000 499,000 515,000 599,000 799,000 799,900 999,000 1,495,000 1,560,000 1,595,000 39,900 63,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 70,000 79,900 80,000 98,000 129,000 179,000

MLS # House # STREET

Bare Land cont.

127723 6357 132195 2556 129746 2980 131680 1926-52 127935 2208 132723 LOT 1 132331 2819 Commercial 132967 2302 134949 2040-52 132968 2326 125491 2175 132977 2338 132987 1898 134988 2040-52 119521 1988 Logan Lake 132485 347 130971 205-279 133958 208-279 132453 310-400 129026 67-111 134765 460 135228 11 131605 307-400 133315 303-400 135036 29 128450 21 125603 3 133956 9 134651 11 133847 15 129866 154 125620 31 133017 419 133022 227 133293 182 134935 4621 132922 3809

PRICE

MONCK PARK ROAD ABERDEEN ROAD PANORAMA DRIVE NICOLA AVENUE COYLE ROAD ABERDEEN ROAD ABERDEEN ROAD

189,000 195,000 250,000 299,000 450,000 899,000 1,300,000

CLAPPERTON AVENUE NICOLA AVE(Business only) CLAPPERTON AVENUE NICOLA AVENUE CLAPPERTON AVENUE BLAIR STREET NICOLA AVENUE NICOLA AVENUE

98,000 160,000 165,000 220,000 335,000 369,000 499,000 529,000

POPLAR DRIVE ALDER DRIVE ALDER DRIVE OPAL DRIVE CHARTRAND AVE(Business) OPAL DRIVE SAPPHIRE COURT OPAL DRIVE OPAL DRIVE TOPAZ CRESCENT TOPAZ CRESCENT AGATE DRIVE SAPPHIRE COURT COPPER COURT GALENA AVENUE PONDEROSA AVENUE LL BRECCIA DRIVE OPAL DRIVE BIRCH CRESCENT PONDEROSA AVENUE LL TUNKWA LAKE ROAD PINERIDGE DRIVE LL

33,500 54,900 62,500 64,000 79,900 89,000 89,000 95,000 99,900 99,900 100,000 105,000 129,900 150,000 169,900 189,900 199,900 209,000 222,500 225,000 464,900 495,000

1413 COLDWATER AVE.

$259,900

Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a double parklike lot. This home features a lovely open living area and spacious rooms. There is a certified wood stove in the living room and a newer kitchen that walks out to a new patio in the backyard. The home has been totally renovated in the recent past.

The lot is completely fenced and has a hot tub, wood shed, 1 car garage and mature landscaping.

MLS# 135199

14 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

NICOLA VALLEY HISTORY

First class bandit has Nicola Valley connection he “disappeared” occasionally.

Billy On September 10, 1904, in Miner, Silverdale, B.C., Billy Miner, with who had partners Shorty Dunn, a prosfriends in pector, and Louis Colquhoun, a many B.C. young unemployed Ontario school towns, teacher, halted a Canadian Pacific including Railway train and pulled off the those in first train robbery in Canada’s the Nicola SUSAN GEARING-EDGE history. Months of careful planValley, was A looking glass ning netted the gang an estimated known as TO THE PAST $7,000 in gold dust, more than a “first $900 in cash and $50,000 in railclass bandit.” He was born in way bonds.

Kentucky and raised in Texas.

They slipped across the Fraser He started his escapades robbing River, gathered their horses and stagecoaches when he was just a rode upstream to Chilliwack. teenager.

While police were on the hunt, It was Miner who first used the “George Edwards” was having phrase, “hands up,” and his first stick-up netted him $75,000. When breakfast and discussing the news stage coaches became obsolete, Bill with a pair of C.P.R. detectives.

He was right under turned his attentheir nose and they tion to trains. didn’t suspect a But he didn’t thing! always get away He was a scot-free. During Robin Hood of his lifetime he sorts, making it a spent a total of rule to never hold 29 years and up people, only seven months companies. As the behind bars, was story goes, Miner released twice loved children and and escaped five respected women. times. He was Apparently, he educalled the “mascated 18 children ter criminal of from the proceeds the American of his profession West.” and rarely refused In 1903 he Billy Miner to help anyone in went north Nicola Valley Museum and Archives need. to British His gentle ways and protectiveColumbia, travelling under the ness towards women and children alias George Edwards. He bought were later recalled by many who and sold cattle, prospected a little knew him when he lived in Aspen and visited his brother Jack Budd, who lived near Princeton. He trav- Grove. It is said that he would tell the children to “never be a bigot elled a lot so no one noticed when

and never interfere with a man’s religion.”

As one story goes, his kindness was extended to one of his neighbours in the Nicola Valley when he gave many presents to a widow and her children. During his time there the woman regularly received an envelope filled with money and sent anonymously. The money stopped coming when Bill Miner was captured.

On October 6, 1905 Billy Miner struck again, robbing the

Overland Limited near Seattle. He was managing to keep one step ahead of the police, until that fateful day on May 8, 1906. Eighteen miles east of Kamloops, Bill and his gang robbed the C.P.R. for the second time. But robbers were unaware that there were two mail cars on the train. They cut off the first one and had the engine haul it ahead to a point where their horses were supposed to be waiting. But instead of stealing $35,000, they ended up with only $100 in total.

When the robbers discovered that the gold shipment was in the second mail car, it was too late to go back for it. To make matters worse, two of their horses had broken loose, so the escaping criminals had only one horse between the three of them. Still, they made good on their escape and headed for the Nicola Valley.

The C.P.R. was out for vengeance. A reward of $12,000 was

See ‘MINER’ Page 15

“Breaking the Chain of Abuse”

Adopt a Pet

Please make an appointment to visit Ph: (250) 315-5276

DON’T DON’T MISS MISS OUR OUR BEST BEST RATES RATES OF OF THE THE YEAR! YEAR! BEST BUY SEASON PASS SALE ENDS JUNE 30

E: gwc.9@hotmail.com View other future best friends @ www.angelsanimalrescue.ca

Photo by: Adam Stein

Jessie

Harley

Dominic

Jessie is a small female Mastiff by small mean- Harley is a healthy neutered male, 5 years of Dominic is a handsome, well trained boy who ing approx. 120 pounds. She loves all people age, medium sized and house trained. He trav- loves most people and most other dogs. He but can be protective as this breed is known els well, has his basic training. He is quiet and is very shy at first. Dominic would do best in playful with most other dogs. a home wiith older children, no cats or small for. She travels well and is house trained. Loves rodents. many dogs but not all.

Donations desperately needed for spay and neuter services.

Donations can be to made to The Angel’s Animal Rescue Society at The Interior Savings Credit Union, Account #1193739.

This feature brought to you by...

PURITY FEED

Co. Ltd

We’ve got all you need at Purity Feed Horse, Poultry, Livestock & Pet Supplies KAMLOOPS: 471 Okanagan Way 250-372-2233

MERRITT: 1690 Voght Street 250-378-4432

After one of our snowiest winters on record, various hues of green may be displacing white across Canada’s second largest ski area but vivid memories of deep turns and sunny cord linger.

BEST BUY Season Passes are up for grabs at our best rates of the year offering 150 days of alpine bliss, as well as 50% off lift tickets at Whistler Blackcomb all season long!

Shop mountain passes online 24/7 at SunPeaksResort.com

250.578.5474

From Page 14

posted for the capture of the train robbers. Everyone joined in on the hunt. The trio was captured near Douglas Lake at Quilchena by a detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Out on patrol, they found the men encamped nearby in the bush having lunch.

Apparently Shorty Dunn panicked and yelled “Look out boys, it’s all off !” He tried to run away and shot his gun a few times. One of the constables stopped him with a bullet to the leg. A guide was dispatched to Quilchena with a message advising officials of the capture and a request for surgical aid as one of the gang was nursing a wounded knee.

20

$8,845

$9,486

$15,734

ALL NEW VEHICLES COME WITH:

CHEVROLET

COMPLETE CARE The next morning, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police left Quilchena at dawn with their prisoners, including their notorious leader Bill Miner, who was still insisting he was George Edwards. He also insisted that he and his “friends” had been prospecting in the area and denied any knowledge of the hold-up. But some items were found on the men that linked them to the rifled mail car and both Shorty and Miner fit the descriptions given by the train’s mail clerks.

A tattoo on Miner’s left thumb led the officers to realize that they had captured the notorious American train robber who had a $20,000 reward on his head. As the constables escorted the prisoners to a jail in Kamloops they were accosted by hundreds of supporters from the Nicola Valley who were protesting the arrest of “George Edwards.” They

OF MSRP

% = $12,573

CASH CREDIT ON IMPALA LTZ $44,225 MSRP

CASH CREDIT ON TRAVERSE 2LT AWD $47,430 MSRP

2016 TAHOE

2 CASH CREDIT *

ON SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB 4WD Z71 LTZ. BASED ON MSRP OF $62,865

INVENTORY IS LIMITED, SO VISIT YOUR DEALER TODAY. ENDS JUNE 30TH

CHEVROLET.CA 2016 SONIC

2016 IMPALA 2016 TRAX

$4,418

$5,828

YEARS/48,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES ** CASH CREDIT ON SONIC LT 5 DOOR AUTO $22,090 MSRP

2016 TRAVERSE

5 $6,519

CASH CRERP DIT

OF MS

ON SELEC T 2016 MO DELS IN STOCK THE LONG EST.*

CASH CREDIT ON TAHOE LTZ 4WD $78,670 MSRP

YEARS/160,000 KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ^^

5 CASH CREDIT ON TRAX LTZ AWD $32,595 MSRP

2016 EQUINOX

$7,709

$16,165

YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY ^^ CASH CREDIT ON EQUINOX LTZ AWD $38,545 MSRP

2016 SUBURBAN

2016 COLORADO

CASH CREDIT ON SUBURBAN LTZ 4WD $80,825 MSRP

CASH CREDIT ON COLORADO EXTENDED CAB 2WD WT $29,140 MSRP

CHEVROLET.CA

ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada.Offers apply to the purchase of a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Z71 LTZ (2LZ + AN3 + BVQ + Premium Paint + I06 + JL1 + K05 + KB6 + PDF + RD2), Sonic LT 5-DOOR AUTO (1SD + PDZ), Trax LTZ AWD (1LZ + CH5 + KPK), Impala LTZ (2LZ + IO6 + K05 + PCH + PCJ + RQ9), Equinox LTZ AWD (1LZ + K05 + LFX +PCY + RAI), Traverse 2LT AWD (2LT + K05 + PCV + V92), Tahoe LTZ 4WD (1LZ + K05 + NHT + PCJ + SGF + UHS), Suburban LTZ 4WD (1LZ + K05 + NHT + PCJ + RD2 + UHS + VAV + VLI), Colorado Extended Cab 2-Wheel Drive WT (2WT + G80 + K05 + I04 + LFX + MYB + PCX + Z82), equipped as described. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory (Impala, Silverado LD, Silverado HD Gas, Tahoe, Suburban) or oldest 100% of dealer inventory (Sonic, Trax, Equinox, Traverse, Colorado 2WD excl. 2SA) as of June 1 2016. Valid June 3 to 30, 2016 on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective cost of credit on their transaction. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Void where prohibited. See dealer for details. ** The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2016 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

www.merrittherald.com THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 15

NICOLA VALLEY HISTORY

Billy Miner was the “last of the old outlaws” refused to believe that this popular man could be the most wanted outlaw in the West.

Despite this, Miner and his accomplices were convicted and sent to the B.C. Penitentiary in New Westminster.

A few months later, Billy Miner escaped once again. He fled to the United States and resumed his criminal career.

Arrested in 1911, after committing Georgia’s first train robbery, Bill Miner died in the Georgia State Penitentiary in 1913. His tombstone reads: “Bill Miner – last of the old time outlaws. ” For more information on the history of Merritt and the Nicola Valley, call or come and visit the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives, 1675 Tutill Court, (250)-378-4145. You can also visit our website at www. nicolavalleymuseum.org.

Call Murray Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-378-9255, or visit us at 2049 Nicola Avenue, Merritt. [License #30482]

16 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

merrittherald.com

bcclassified.com

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

Mud racers get good ‘n dirty Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The dirt was flyin’ at the old Campground C location on the former Merritt Mountain Music Festival site as the Northwest Mud Racing Association held its annual two-day event in the Nicola Valley on the weekend.

This year’s races were scheduled two weeks earlier than in the past, in an effort to avoid the 40-degree Celsius temperatures in 2015 that took their toll on drivers, vehicles and spectators.

Both Saturday and Sunday saw a packed schedule of races featuring everything from dragsters running on alcohol to backyard fixeruppers — all trying their best to navigate a treacherous set of mud pits that only got nastier as the racing progressed, thanks to a late afternoon

rain on the first day.

The busiest rig all weekend was the excavator that was used to extricate vehicles and drivers from the muddy mess that claimed its victims time and time again.

A highlight of this year’s mud races was the hugelypopular hill-and-hole event that saw a pair of imposing jumps situated between two equally-treacherous pits.

While there were numerous entries from throughout the Pacific northwest, there were also three local competitors: Jack ‘Madman’ Manu and his son, Jesse, age 15, along with 26-year-old Merrittonian Jesse Curnow.

“He loves it,” said Curnow’s mother, Brenda, who was on hand to watch the action, along with a number of other family members.

“It’s his money pit,” she added with a laugh.

MAYHEM IN THE MUD (Above) Langley’s Dave Davies takes his Chevy Malibu called Hillbilly Deluxe airborne during the hill-and-hole competition at this year’s Northwest Mud Racing Association event in Merritt on the weekend. (Below, left to right) Merritt competitors Jack ‘Madman’ Manu (second in Class F with his hand-built blower car Dirty Mudder), Jack’s 15-year-son Jesse Manu (first in Class A with Son of a Mudder, as well as winner of the fastest pass trophy), and 26-year-old Jesse Curnow (sixth in the Street Stock class with his truck called Mistress). On Sunday, Curnow broke the transfer case on his vehicle while competing in the hill-and-hole event. Ian Webster/Herald

Lutz shoots 72 to take Black’s Pharmacy Sr. Men’s Open Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt golfer Tom Lutz got hot when it counted.

The 64-year-old Lutz fired a sizzling 33 on the back nine to score an even-par 72 and take the win in the 2016 Black’s Pharmacy Senior Men’s Open at the Merritt Golf & Country Club on Friday.

Lutz finished one stroke ahead of runner-up Bob Fortune from Summerland, and four up on fellow Merrittonian Brad Carr.

Barriere’s Ray Amos was the runaway winner of the best low net score with a 60, six strokes better than Merritt’s Dennis Couture in second.

A total of 56 golfers from throughout the southern Interior took part in the annual oneday event that includes a delicious prime rib dinner and numerous prizes.

After touring the front nine in a threeover-par 39, Lutz stated that his driver and putter really started working for him on the back half of the course.

“On both par-threes, I almost had hole-inones,” he said. “I had tap-in putts for deuces. I also won three of the KP (closest-to-the-pin) competitions. The weather was perfect. It was a good scoring day.”

All told, there were eight deuces registered

in this year’s Black’s Pharmacy Open.

Lutz, in his tenth senior men’s open at his home course, said that his best previous tournament score was a 75.

In second flight competition, Merritt’s Dwight Reynoldson took top honours with a score of 84, one better than another local golfer, Jim Zoney.

Low net honours went to Cache Creek’s Dennis Morrison (63), three strokes ahead of Keith Peterson from Barriere.

Merritt golfers performed well on their home course at this year’s Black’s Pharmacy Open, taking six of the top 10 spots in first flight

BLACK’S PHARMACY SR. MEN’S OPEN Overall Low Gross - Tom Lutz, Merritt 72 Overall Low Net - Ray Amos, Barriere 60 Flight #1 1st Gross 1st Net 2nd Gross 2nd Net 3rd Gross 3rd Net 4th Gross 4th Net

Bob Fortune, Summerland Dennis Couture,Merritt Brad Carr, Merritt Rick Olsen, Merritt Jim Murdoch, Merritt Charlie Larsen, Kamloops Murray Thoms, Merritt Bill Neuls, Kelowna

73 66 76 67 76 68 77 69

Dwight Reynoldson, Merritt Dennis Morrison, C. Creek Jim Zoney, Merritt Keith Peterson, Barriere Randy Neill, Merritt Jerry Fassbender, Merritt Al Fukashima, Merritt Brian Niehaus, Merritt

84 63 85 66 86 67 89 72

Flight #2 SENIOR CHAMPION Merritt’s Tom Lutz accepts the jacket awarded to the winner of the Black’s Pharmacy Senior Men’s Open on July 17. The presenters are (centre) MGCC representative Ayton Moffatt and Black’s Pharmacy co-owner and pharmacist Blaine Martens. Photo submitted

competition, and seven of 10 places in flight two.

The next scheduled tournament at the

Merritt Golf & Country Club is the annual Coquihalla Ladies Open, slated for July 8 to 10.

1st Gross 1st Net 2nd Gross 2nd Net 3rd Gross 3rd Net 4th Gross 4th Net

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 17

www.merrittherald.com

SPORTS

Lynn Mobbs memorial barrel racing a fitting tribute Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

When Nicola Valley cowgirl Lynn Mobbs passed away prematurely in July of 2006 after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer, the wife, mother, and passionate barrel racer left behind a host of family and friends to mourn the loss of a much-beloved member of the local community and the rodeo world.

Ten years later, the memory of Mobbs remains strong — as evidenced by the packed rodeo grounds in Collettville on the weekend for the Lynn Mobbs Memorial Barrel Racing event.

Over 110 barrel racers of all ages and from all parts of the province took part in each day’s jackpot competition.

“The weekend was an absolute success,” said Mobbs’ daughter-in-law Leah Hassel-Mobbs, one of the main organizers of the event. “It was the perfect tribute to an amazing person.

Lynn lived by the motto ‘Live, laugh, love’, and this past weekend was exactly that.”

Fittingly, the overall winner of the-

Lynn Mobbs Memorial was her neice — Carmen Pozzobon from Savona.

The 30-year-old Pozzobon picked up the open division buckle for winning the most money on one horse on the weekend. She placed first on Saturday in a time of 16.442 seconds, and second on Sunday in 14.895 seconds on her horse Ripp.

“Carmen came into the weekend determined to win her auntie’s event as Lynn was the one who started her on the path to success in the barrel racing world,” Hassel-Mobbs said. “It was a very exciting and emotional win for Carmen, and she called it the most memorable buckle she’s ever won.

Derek and I were honoured to present the buckle to her.”

Lynn Mobbs was born and raised in the Nicola Valley, and began riding horses almost as soon as she could walk. She began barrel racing at a very young age, competed in high school rodeo, and was a mentor to countless others over the years.

A highlight of Mobbs’ barrel racing career was an appearance at the famous Calgary Stampede.

ALL IN THE FAMILY Winner of the Lynn Mobbs Memorial buckle for earning the most money on one horse on the weekend was Mobbs’ neice Carmen Pozzobon from Savona. Shown at the buckle presentation on Sunday (above, left to right) are Lynn’s son, Derek, daughter-in-law, Leah Hassel, neice, Carmen Pozzobon, and husband, Allan. Photo submitted GENERATIONS AT WORK AND PLAY Barrel racing is a passion and a lifetime sport for those who compete.

(Left) Logan Lake’s Monica Oram is a barrels veteran.

She was a dear friend of Lynn Mobbs as the two grew up in the Highland and Nicola Valleys respectively. Oram finished third in Sunday’s Open Jackpot on her horse Mocha.

(Right) Douglas Lake’s young Ayla Goss represents a new generation of up-and-coming barrel racers. An enthusiastic Little Britches competitor, the nine-year-old Goss placed third in the peewee division on Sunday. Ian Webster/Herald

Mother Nature serves up a little rain and a little shine

GROUNDED At the Merritt Speedway on Saturday afternoon, stock car racers could only stand by their vehicles under umbrellas as the skies opened up and drenched the clay track, forcing the cancellation of all racing.

It was the second time in a month that inclimant weather has shut down stock car racing. The rainout dates are August 21 and September 18. The next regularly-scheduled weekend of racing is the Albert Kosolofski Memorial Races on July 30 and 31. Ian Webster/Herald

RALLY TIME The sun was out and the shadows were long at the tennis courts at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola on Wednesday of last week as lessons were being given to enthusiastic youngsters by tennis instructor Brock Shea. Organized by XploreSportZ, in partnership with the Merritt & District Tennis Club, the junior lessons will be offered again from July 6 to 10. For more information on children’s and adult tennis lessons, contact Josée at XploreSportZ (250-378-1050). Ian Webster/Herald

18 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

SPORTS

Great games highlight Merritt youth soccer’s final weekend Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

It was fitting that on the final weekend of Merritt Youth Soccer Association action, spectators were treated to some thrilling matches in the older divisions as teams battled it out for playoff supremacy.

None were closer than the trio of games played Saturday afternoon to decide the Grade 8-plus division. All season, Team Red and Team Black have had no one else to play but each other, and the rivalry has become an intense one.

Red has generally held the upper hand, winning seven of their nine previous encounters, but Black was not about to roll over and concede anything on the final day.

In a best-of-three mini-playoff, games one and two both ended in ties: 3-3 and then 4-4.

Goal scorers for Red were Brock Moffatt (3), Ethan Gregg (2), Nick Willey and Nema Shokraee, while Black tallies were by Zach Grip

(3), Tanveer Bansi (3) and Harvir Natt.

In the third-anddeciding playoff game, Team Black was not to be denied. With eight of the nine goals coming in a furious final 15 minutes of play, Team Black emerged victorious 6-3.

Scoring for the winning team were Bansi (with his second hat trick of the day), Austin Hawkins (2) and Grip. Replying for Red was Moffatt with his second three-goal performance of the afternoon and the natural hat trick.

In Grade 6/7 playoff finals, the Green Goblins got two goals from Cole Jackson and one each by Allison Moore and Hailey Nelson to edge the Orange Oreos 4-2 in the battle for the division

title. Answering for the Oreos were Sajjin Lali and Sebastien Myram.

In the Grade 6/7 battle for third place, a last-minute goal by Cody Patterson allowed the Blue Smurfs to squeeze by the Black Bongos 2-1. McKenna HackMortimer had the other Smurf goal, while Zach Dixon was the lone scorer for the Bongos.

Finally, in Grade 4/5 play, it was the White Santos winning the division with a

decisive 9-2 victory over the All-Blacks, while the Blues Clues toppled the Yellow Fighting Hornets 7-1 in the consolation final.

Scoring details were not provided.

CHAMPIONS (Above) Team Black, winners of the Grade 8-plus title in Merritt Youth Soccer Association action on the weekend. ((Below) Grade 6/7 champions, the Green Goblins. (Left) The Black Bongos’ Zach Dixon attempts to get around Fighting Hornets goaltender Mason Hintz. Ian Webster/Herald

MERRITT OTTERS @ LUMBY SWIM MEET TOP-SIX FINISHES

Otters make a splash in Lumby Ian Webster THE MERRITT HERALD

The Merritt Otters Swim Club continues to enjoy considerable early-season success under new head coach Gabriel Lee. A contingent of 19 Otters travelled to Lumby on the weekend for the second stop on the Interior summer swim circuit. They returned with no fewer than 39 top-six finishes and an impressive 29 personal best performances.

“There were numerous youngsters who got 100 per cent best times, which is something I was very proud of,” said coach Lee. “Those swimmers were Cameron and Sarah Parno, Evan and Koen Hales, and Abby Thoms.”

For the eight-yearold Thoms, it was just the third meet that she had ever competed in, and she placed in the

Coach Gabriel Lee

top three in two of her events.

Some of the PB (personal best) performances were quite dramatic. Sarah Parno and Evan Hales took 20 and 16 seconds respectively off their previous best efforts in the 100 metre freestyle event, while both Koen Hales and Thoms lopped a healthy 10 seconds off their previous standard in the 100 metre individual medley (Hales) and 50 metre freestyle (Thoms).

For the second meet in a row, Lee led by example. The Simon Fraser University varsity

swimmer placed first in both his 50 free and 50 fly races.

A pair of secondplace finishes went to Evan Hales (50 free, 50 breast), while four different Otters’ swimmers achieved one or more third-place awards.

In her first meet of the season, veteran Otter Laura Lefebvre was the picture of consistency, finishing in the top five in all six of her events. Cameron Parno also pulled off the sixpack, while Mathias Redknap and Thoms weren’t far behind with five top-six finishes.

Above all, Lee was most pleased with the camaraderie and spirit of his Otters’ team at the Lumby meet.

“I think that we had more fun than anything this weekend,” the coach said. “Everyone was on deck cheering for their teammates.

“The older swimmers were once again

our leaders, with the younger swimmers following right behind.

“There were some swimmers who didn’t get as many best times, but the important thing is that they all showed up as a team and were all very prominent on the deck. One person’s success is the entire team’s success.

“The atmosphere wouldn’t have been the same without those swimmers, and they’re definitely deserving of recognition — Brayden and Delbert Black, Jensen and Miranda Cavaliere, Shaine Janzen, Shale Maurice, Cruz and Evi Slanzi, and Daxson and Parker Storey.”

The Otters travel to Kelowna this weekend for a meet, prior to hosting the annual Otters’ Invitational on the Canada Day weekend.

DIV. 1 Evi Slanzi Abigail Thoms

Evan Hales Shale Maurice DIV. 2 Cruz Slanzi

DIV. 3 Koen Hales Mathias Redknap

DIV. 4 Cameron Parno

DIV. 6 Jensen Cavaliere

Laura Lefebvre

DIV. 8 Gabriel Lee

50 Fly 100 Free 50 Free 50 Fly 100 Free 50 Breast 100 IM 50 Free 50 Breast 100 Free 50 Back 50 Free 100 Free 50 Fly 50 Back 50 Fly 50 Free 50 Breast 100 Free 100 IM 50 Back 50 Free 100 Back 200 IM 50 Fly 100 Breast 100 Free 100 Back 100 Breast 200 IM 100 Free 50 Free 50 Fly 100 Free 200 IM 100 Back 100 Breast 50 Free 50 Fly

4th 6th 3rd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 2nd 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 5th 6th 6th 5th 4th 5th 5th 5th 6th 5th 5th 5th 6th 6th 6th 3rd 4th 4th 5th 3rd 3rd 3rd 3rd 4th 5th 1st 1st

1:02.16 1:53.02 46.01 1:01.15 1:45.25 1:04.24 2:02.85 51.52 1:30.60 1:54.55 55.24 45.83 1:46.35 1:06.44 1:01.13 56.63 38.75 1:00.36 1:27.39 1:48.35 52.56 42.45 1:53.60 3:54.56 1:00.54 1:54.36 1:34.91 1:24.81 1:40.17 3:11.92 1:16.95 34.81 37.69 1:15.70 3:09.54 1:30.11 1:43.49 24.36 26.05

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 19

www.merrittherald.com

CONTAIN-IT STORAGE

tacctt onta Con us ttooddaayy!! us

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

MERRITT PICKLEBALL Anyone interested in playing Pickleball, or just trying it out, please come to the Central Park Sports Box on Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 8:30 a.m. until noon or Tuesday/Thursday from 6:30 p.m. until dusk to give it a try. Demo paddles are available for use.

An easy sport to play and great fun and exercise. For more information call Brian at 250-378-7452.

FALL FAIR YARD SALES Join the Fall Fair for their yard sales on July 9, 10, 23, 24 and August 7, 13, 14, 15 and 16. Yard sales will be held at the Fall Fair building on Lindley Creek Rd. If you would like to donate items please contact Kathy at 250-378-4695, please leave a message if no one answers.

FLEA MARKET Lower Nicola Summer Nights Flea Market. Vendors, concession, playground, a and entertainment. June 16, 30, July 14, 28, Aug.11, 25, Sept, 8 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Smith Pioneer Park. Interested vendor or entertainer contact on Facebook or call 250-571-3470.

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

Q

On-site rentals

Q

Secured

Q

Sale of New and Used storage containers

THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU

July 11 - 15 from 9 - 11 a.m. join N.V. Evangelical Free Church in their day camps for kids. This years theme is “Cave Quest�. To register please phone 250-378-9502 or email: nvefchurch@gmail.com

Dance in the park on Canada Day. Come and enjoy an energetic Spanish, Jazz and Western Line dance performance to vibrant, pulsating music. The 2016 Love To Dance troupe will be performing at the Canada Day celebrations in Rotary Park on Canada Day at 7p.m.

Dance at the Olde Courthouse in fall. Registrations now open for ballet, Jazz, Spanish, Contemporary and Line dance. Classes for children as well as adults.

For more information call 250 378 9898 or dance@ telus.net

Approved mini-storage

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

CAVE QUEST

DANCING

Contents are insurable

Q

CONAYT BINGO Join Conayt Friendship Society every Thursday for bingo.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.

Everyone welcome to come and play! 2164 Quilchena Ave.

Crossroads Community Church 7PHIU 4U t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZT B N

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

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

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

CONAYT ELDERS DROP IN CENTRE

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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

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

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

N.V. FARMERS MARKET Join the N.V. Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. In parking lot beside Baillie House from May 21 to Oct 8. Locally grown and handmade items.

For more information phone Jean Arnason, market manager 250-378-6256

FOOD BANK FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO Early bird games start at 5 p.m. at the Elks Hall.

NICOLA VALLEY CRUISERS CAR CLUB Are you interested in cars, cruising and joining in activities related to cars? Nicola Valley Cruisers car club would welcome you as a member. Meetings are monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at the Ramada at 7:00 p.m. For mor info call Russ or Charlotte at 250378-2290.

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

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

St. Michael’s Anglican Church $IBQNBO 4U t 4FSWJDF 5JNF 4VOEBZT B N

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

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

THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF CANADA The Living with Loss drop-in support group will be Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying

LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

meeting the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 2025 Granite Avenue, Room 12.

250-280-4040.

ELKS BINGO Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Come in for lunch!

vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month.

Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Jack Cross 250-378-2662 or Kim Jurriet 250-378-2672 for more information.

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

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

For more information call Rich Hodson 250-378-6794

7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, June 23, 2016 - Wednesday, June 29, 2016 Thurs. June 23

Fri. June 24

Sat. June 25

Sun.June 26

Mon. June 27

Tue. June 28

Wed. June 29

Chance of Shower

Chance of Shower

A mix of sun and clouds

Sunny

Sunny

Sunny

Sunny

High: 19ËšC Low: 8ËšC

High: 16ËšC Low: 9ËšC

High: 20ËšC Low: 7ËšC

High: 25ËšC Low: 12ËšC

High: 29ËšC Low: 14ËšC

High: 29ËšC Low:12ËšC

High: 28ËšC Low: 12ËšC

Stain Glass by

Almerina Rizzardo

• • • •

STAIN GLASS SUN CATCHERS NIGHT LIGHTS PICTURE FRAMES

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

20 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

Announcements

Announcements

Announcements

Announcements

In Memoriam

In Memoriam

Obituaries

Obituaries

Antonio Cavaliere July 1, 1942 - June 28, 2013

Those we Love don’t go away, They walk beside us, every day.

Unseen, Unheard, but Always Near, Still Loved, Still Missing you, Always Dear

From your wife Sue & family

CARL HENRY JURREIT June 7, 1938 - June 28, 2007

The years are quickly passing Though still we can’t forget For in the hearts that love him His memory lingers yet.

Your loving family.

In loving memory

MARGE MOSES August 6, 1944 to June 23, 2007

Dearly loved, Always remembered Elvin, Children & Grandchildren

TRY A CLASSIFIED Obituaries

Obituaries

Colin Charles Stuart James October 29, 1952 - June 02, 2016

A celebration of Colin’s life will be held at a later date.

I’ll wave bye bye I pray god speak I wish you lovely weather More luck than you and me You’ll only sail in circles So there’s no need to cry Oh I see you again one day And then I’ll wave bye bye

P: 250-280-4040

MERRITT

FFUNERAL UNERAL CCHAPEL HAPEL

AD Division iv ivi visio sion no off Ser S Service errrv vice vice ce Corpo Corporation Corp rpo p ra po porat rat aation Internation International Internat nat atio ion o al onal a (Ca ((Canada) Canada) n a)) UL nad U ULC

Celebrating lives with dignity

• 24 hour compassion helpline • Estate fraud protection • 100% service gaurantee • National transferability on preplanned funeral services

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

Gertrude Mary Latremouille Gertrude Latremouille passed away peacefully on June 14, 2016. Gertie was predeceased by her husband Louis, brothers Walter, Norman and Charlie, sister Thelma White and granddaughter Rebecca Arnet. Gertie is lovingly remembered by sister Dot Kennedy and brother John (Lyda) Eastman, sons Micheal (Janet) and Vernon (Lorna), daughters Glenna Richards and Marie (Nathan) Matthew, grandsons Bill Richards, Gene Latremouille, Mark (Nicole) Matthew and granddaughters Jodi (Jason Nyeste) Latremouille, Sarah (Wylie) Mitchell, and great grandchildren, Amanda and Jailene, Colton and Gary, Wyatt, Lucas and Rayel, Taylor and Kiera, and Surya and Althea. She will also be dearly missed by a great many extended family members and close friends, including Wesley Bickerton, Marie Beebe, Dave Marriott and Vi Norman, and the Honourable Judy Guichon.

Gertie was born on Christmas day, 1923, on the family farm in GrifÀn Creek, Alberta, where she grew up. She met her future husband, Louis, in Victoria in the early forties. Gertie and Louis enjoyed 59 years together, sharing a love of the outdoors and involvement with community. They raised their family in Little Fort, where Gertie was a member of the Catholic Women’s League and the Little Fort Women’s Institute. Together, they owned and operated Rock Island Lake Fishing Camp from 1947-1959. In 1967, the family moved to Lower Nicola, when Louis was transferred with the BC Forest Service. Gertie was again an active member of her community, as a square dancer, homemaker, and long-time volunteer for the Merritt Citizens’ Patrol and the Hospital Auxiliary.

In earlier years, she was appreciated for her baking–particularly delicious were her lemon pies, “grandma cakes,” and chocolate chip and shortbread cookies. When she no longer baked, she stocked her cupboards with treats for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. “GG’s” greatest joy was her family. She kept abreast of all of their activities, took tremendous pride in their achievements and was always present at their events. Grandma Gertie acknowledged every milestone of her family members, keeping lists to ensure that no birthday or anniversary was missed.

Gertie was known for her generosity and gregarious nature. In her later years, she was a resident at Nicola Meadows, where she made new friends and re-connected with old acquaintances, and was treated with kindness and respect by all of the staff. Here, she especially enjoyed the weekly bingo games, particularly when she won! She lived her life with a spirit of optimism and found pleasure in her relationships with others and by giving whatever she had to share. All who knew her will remember her strong, warm hands, her beaming smile and her infectious laugh.

We would like to thank the staff of Nicola Meadows, the Merritt Hospital, and Father Ken for their kind care and support in Gertie’s later years and during her short illness. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Merritt, B.C., on July 9th at 1 pm. In lieu of Áowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation will be gratefully accepted.

Remembering Our Loved Ones

www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com REGULAR OFFICE HOURS 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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

250-378-2141

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

A FUNERAL PRE PLANNING ADVISOR

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

A Personal Planning Guide will be provided.

Information

Education/Trade Schools INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training!

Funding & Housing Avail!

Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certification proof.

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

Education/Trade Schools

Education/Trade Schools ORICA CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

MECHANIC

Copper Mountain, BC

Orica is seeking experienced Mechanic candidates for job opportunity in the Copper Mountain area. If you have experience, we encourage you to apply ASAP for consideration for employment. We are currently seeking individuals who have the following experience:

O Trade certification or equivalent / Confined space / Working at Heights

O A class 3 with air license is a requirement

O Fundamental written and verbal communication skills

O A positive attitude when interacting with customers and fellow staff members

O Proficient with computers

O Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills The mechanic position is proposed to be a 4 on / 3 off locally based rotation schedule.

Email applications to: Recruit.NA@Orica.com Subject: Employment Copper Mountain

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Arnica Contracting is looking for an

IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN to join our team.

Please email your resume to admin@arnicacontracting.com OR drop it off at our ofÀce at 1988.5 Quilchena Ave. Please include references on your resume.

is looking for a

FULL-TIME LABOURER. • landscaping experience an asset but not required.

• hardworking individual • experience with power tools • driver’s license is a must.

Please fax resumes to 250-378-4166

Help Wanted

Full-time or part-time entry level position available at a local manufacturing facility.

Job entails running numerous pieces of machinery, soldering, painting, etc.

Although experience is preferred training is also available.

Interested parties should bring resume to 1120A McFarlane Way 10 AM - 11 AM Monday through Friday Progressive North Okanagan Import Dealership has an opportunity for a Licensed Automotive Technician. Full-time, competitive salary and benefits package, able to work as a team player in a fast-paced and busy shop. Reply in confidence by email to: dkosmino@hilltopsubaru.com

Help protect our wildlife and forests by reporting illegal hunting, fishing, dumping waste and damage to natural habitat’s.

Report All Poachers and Pollutors (RAPP)

Call the annonymous tip line

Colin was predeceased by his father, Albert Montgomery.

Survived by his mother Elizabeth Montgomery, daughter Marnie James, son Christian James, brother Andrew James, sisters; Sherry (David) Couture, Wendy Montgomery, Christopher Montgomery, nieces, nephews, family in England and many extended family and friends.

The most natural response to a loss is to establish the significance of the event. When a bad thing happens to us, we want someone to know and to acknowledge how bad it is.

Obituaries

1-877-952-7277 or #7277

Colin was born in England, moving to Canada in 1961 with his family where he lived in many provinces and territories throughout Canada, settling in Merritt with his family in the 60’s. Colin moved to the Island in the 70’s making his home in Nanaimo. Colin spent most of his career as a commercial Àsherman. He moved back to Merritt to be closer to his family and old school friends. Colin loved listening to Jimmy Buffet, his old tunes from the 60’s and 70’s, playing his guitars, harmonica and keyboard. Colin enjoyed canning his sockeye salmon and sharing it with family and friends. Colin also loved his travels to England and Mexico.

MERRITT & DISTRICT HOSPICE SOCIETY

Obituaries

THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 • 21

www.merrittherald.com Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND Position Title: Education Program Manager Accountable and reports to: Director of Human Services Summary of Organizational Responsibilities: The Education Manager is responsible for managing the education interests, programs, services and responsibilities of the Lower Nicola Indian Band including providing support to schools, students and parents; working with Committees and Boards; government branches and educational institutions; monitoring of student progress and needs; education funding; student Ànancial aid; education of adults and the managing of the educational budgets. This will include all educational activities, which includes general education, post secondary education, and vocational & training and courses.

AREAS OF RESPOSIBILITY Administration: • Develops, recommends and administers the work and Ànances of the Education Program of LNIB; • Attends LNIB Education program related meetings as directed by the Director of the Human Services Sector; • Prepares and maintains education policies update and makes recommendations for improvements to the Human Services Sector Director for presenting them to LNIB Chief and Council for review and approval; • Applies for external funding and other support to maximize opportunities and funds to enhance and or expand LNIB education programs and services; • Prepares funding applications and provides reports required reports (e.g. Nominal Roll, Post-Secondary report) to the funding agencies on time (FNESC, INAC, and ISSP); • Prepares the draft of the annual workplan and operating budget for LNIB Education Program for review by the Human Services Sector Director; • Update revisions to the provisional Education Program budget after review and approval of Chief & Council; • Develop and ensures the implementation of program and funding criteria and process (procedures and forms) for student Ànancial assistance and other forms of education assistance; • Provides ongoing evaluation and monitoring of annual workplan and all Education Program budgets; • Ensures that all purchase orders, requisitions, and accounting procedures and approvals are followed in accordance with LNIB Ànance procedures and policies; • Ensures detailed tracking of budget commitments and prepares reports outlining the disbursement of such budget commitments; • Approves requests for staff leave and submits them to LNIB Payroll Department and ensures that application for leave forms are accurate and approved in a timely manner; • Maintains and updates the Àling system including all correspondence for the Education Program Leadership and Supervision: • The Education Manager is responsible for the direct or indirect supervision of all Education Program employees; • Directs and manages the Program’s administrative policies, procedures and records; • Provides direction and leadership in developing innovative and effective educational programs • Develop and maintains positive and effective relations with schools, colleges, universities, and other relevant institutions; • Works directly with FN Support workers at the School District #58, Nicola Valley Institute of Technology, and Thompson Rivers University; • Assists in the recruitment, selection and hiring of Education program support staff; • Ensures the completion of annual staff evaluations for all staff of LNIB Education Program; • Works with each staff member of the Education Program in the preparation of an employee development plan; and, • Develops and carries out the planning needs and requirements of the Education Program (e.g. for budget, work plan, human resource planning etc.).

Student support: • Processes applications for education assistance for students enrolled in primary, secondary, post-secondary and vocational schools; • Prepares the LNIB Student Nominal Roll, within the timeline set by INAC; • Ensures that student’ allowance, tuition and other fees, books and school supplies, and allowances are Àlled out properly and paid accordingly; • Administers services to Lower Nicola Band students enrolled in provincial elementary and secondary schools, post-secondary institutions, and professional associations; • Develops and maintains a conÀdential Àle on each student to include information on academic and school achievement, special needs, and post-secondary or vocational enrollment and progress; • Provides support to parents / guardians of students enrolled in local provincial elementary and secondary schools; • Provides personal and academic counseling and advice to post-secondary (academic and vocational) students; • Liaises and provides support to local provincial elementary and secondary schools; • Provides support to the LNIB Band school in the education of students; • Participates on meetings of the Local Education Agreement Advisory Committee, First Nations Education Council and other Committees and School Boards and post-secondary institutions as directed by the Director of the Human Services Sector and Chief & Council of LNIB; • Counsels students and Band members in career development and training; • Prepares postings, reports, and articles to be included in LNIB Newsletter , Facebook page, and website; • Administers all awards, bursaries and scholarships administered by the Education Program of LNIB and other sponsors; Public Relations/Communications: • Responsible for the development of educational brochures, posters, postings, newsletters and other pertinent information materials for LNIB students and parents /guardians; • Prepares and is responsible for maintaining updated all Education Program related information posted in LNIB website; QualiÀcations: • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Education Administration or Business Administration or related Àeld • 2 years’ experience in a similar environment or an appropriate combination of education and experience, preferably with First Nation’s education program • 3 years of experience in a supervisory role similar to that of a First Nation Education program Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: • Solid interpersonal/communication skills with students, parents, and staff, administration/organization skills, problem solving sills and multi-project management (including budgeting) are absolute requirements • Capability to liaise effectively with various government branches and organizations • Computer competency in Microsoft products including Word, Excel, Outlook and Access software • Program Ànancial management and administration experience an asset Working Environment: • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Human Services • Working within tight timelines and complex eligibility criteria for funding applications • Diverse work environment; interfacing with students, parents / guardians, FN supprt workers at School District Schools • Available to attend meetings which may take place in the evening or weekends • Some local / regional travel may be required. Access to private vehicle in reliable condition is required.

Please send a response to this posting in the form of a sealed envelope or email, including a cover letter and your personal resume, indicating evidence of your experience and qualiÀcations, three personal references, and salary range expected, and your time availability to: Lower Nicola Indian Band • c/o Bridget LaBelle, Director of Human Services Sector 181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, BC, V1K 0A7 Email bridgetl@lnib.net Responses will be accepted until 4:30 PM of Friday, July 11th, 2016. Preference will be given to Lower Nicola Indian Band Members or persons of Nlaka’pamux ancestry.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity, and please note that only qualiÀed candidates will be contacted.

Employment

Employment

Services

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Financial Services

JOB POSTING LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL TEACHER – GRADE 2

DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Principal, the Teacher is responsible for the instruction of the BC Ministry of Education Curriculum. The teacher will enhance the learning environment of all students and manage student behavior. The teacher must keep abreast of the new initiatives in education for the benefit of students.

QUALIFICATIONS: r $BUFHPSZ 5FBDIJOH %FHSFF r 3FHJTUFSFE #$ 5FBDIJOH $FSUJĂ DBUF r 'BNJMJBSJUZ XJUI #$ $VSSJDVMVN BOE OFX initiatives with the Ministry of Education r 5SBJOJOH BOE FYQFSJFODF JO UFBDIJOH HSBEF XPSLJOH XJUI 'JSTU /BUJPOT 4UVEFOUT BOE 4QFDJBM /FFET $IJMESFO r $VSSFOU 'JSTU "JE $FSUJĂ DBUF PS XJMMJOH UP VQEBUF r ,OPXMFEHF PG / MBLBQBNVY -BOHVBHF BOE Culture an asset 4"-"3: /FHPUJBCMF %&"%-*/& +VOF 45"35 %"5& "VHVTU UI GPS 4VNNFS *OTUJUVUF *OUFSFTUFE DBOEJEBUFT UP TVCNJU SFTVNF DPWFS MFUUFS BOE 3FGFSFODFT UP 5IF -PXFS /JDPMB #BOE 4DIPPM "OHJF 4UFSMJOH 1SJODJQBM m FNBJM BTUFSMJOH!MOJC OFU )PSO 3PBE .FSSJUU # $ 7 , .

1IPOF

'BY

Lower Nicola Indian Band Community Services Assistant MATERNITY LEAVE PRIMARY ROLE: The Community Services Assistant will be responsible for providing assistance to the Human Services Department staff, must be à exible and willing to perform a wide range of duties REPORTS TO: Director of Human Services MAIN DUTIES: • To provide clerical and administrative support to department staff • To Àll in as needed for reception/home making and or home care • To undertake special projects/ and or assist with big community events when required • To assist with community events QUALIFICATIONS: • Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to transportation, must provide a drivers abstract • Ability and willingness to submit to a criminal records check • Home Care certiÀcate (preferred but not required) • Experience with personal computers • Strong interpersonal skills • Strong written and oral communication skills • Extensive experience working with conÀdential material • First aid and food safe required or willingness to take the courses WORK ENVIRONMENT Position will be quite à exible must be willing to work in the ofÀce, to transport clients and work in the homes of our clientele.

$750 Loans & More NO CREDIT CHECKS Open 7 days/wk. 8am - 8pm

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

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts.

We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Pets & Livestock

Pets HAND raised blue french bulldog pups.healthy and reg female & male.You can also visit or Website at www.thefrenchbulls.com TEXT ME ONLY ON 41O-946-6390 for all details & pics, $1000.

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions ONLINE AUCTION OF COMMERCIAL GROCERY & MEAT EQUIPMENT - OPENS MONDAY JUNE 20 - CLOSES MONDAY JUNE 27.

ONSITE Viewing ONE DAY only June 24 @#44 - 5563 268th St Langley 10am to 330pm - ONLINE Viewing & Bidding at www.activeauctionmart.com - lots incl. Slicers, Meat Grinders & Equip, Coffee Equip, Coolers, Display Cases, Henny Penny Hot Food case, Safes, Mixers, Band Saws, Walk in Cooler & MORE. Email buyit@activeauctionmart.com or call 604-3711190 for more details.

More than 1.5 million Canadian families are in need of affordable housing. Your contributions provides Habitat with the resources it needs to help families.

Give the gift of a new home and donate today!

WAGE: Depends on experience DEADLINE: June 28th, 2016 Drop of resume and cover letter at: LNIB Community Services Attention: Bridget LaBelle Email: bridgetl@lnib.net Thank-you to all who apply however only the qualiÀed candidates will be notiÀed.

www.habitat.ca

22 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

FIRST NATIONS SUPPORT WORKER School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for a temporary First Nations Support Worker for the following schools: • Merritt Bench / Collettville Elementary Schools – 5 hrs./day • Merritt Secondary School - 7 hrs./day These are temporary 10-month positions beginning September 6, 2016 to June 29, 2017, excluding Christmas and Spring Breaks, and times when students are not in session.

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

Application forms are available at the School Board OfÀce, 1550 Chapman Street, Merritt, BC or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Employment, Current Job Postings, (Job Code # 1417837) and follow the prompts. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until June 24, 2016. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society

(1) Full-time Aboriginal Child & Youth Mental Health Clinician Scw’exmx Child and Family Services Society (SCFSS) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as an Aboriginal Child and Youth Mental Health (ACYMH) Clinician. As an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Clinician will provide culturally appropriate services and information which enhance the relationships and wellness of children and families who are experiencing signiÀcant challenges, in the Merritt area.

The position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. Evening and weekend work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Connects and collaborates with appropriate referral sources • Conduct intakes • Conduct mental health assessments and develop assessment reports • Conduct provisional DSM diagnosis • Develop and execute treatment plans • Maintain appropriate Clinical and administrative records KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Awareness of First Nations culture and issues affecting First Nations families and communities • Develop and maintain working knowledge and relationships with natural partners and supports in the communities • Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in Clinical Mental Health assessment, diagnosis and treatment • Ability to conduct suicide assessments and assist with crisis interventions • Comfortable with conducting both Psycho-educational and treatment focused group sessions to various ages • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Master’s Degree in Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Psychology, Child and Youth Care, or comparable degree with strong clinical skills • Education in DSM diagnosis and related treatments for common Mental Health challenges • Registered with a professional association • Related experience with responsibility for providing mental health services to children and families • Experience working with Aboriginal communities • A valid BC class 5 driver’s license and criminal record check are mandatory

Merchandise for Sale

Rentals

Garage Sales

Property Management

Garage Sale. Sat June 25 Behind the store at 2074 Quilchena Ave. 9am to 2pm

Heavy Duty Machinery A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. ModiďŹ cations possible doors, windows, walls etc., as ofďŹ ce or living workshop etc.,Custom ModiďŹ cations OfďŹ ce / Homeâ€? Call for price.

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

1988 Quilchena Ave.

June 21, 2016

1 bdrm apartment. $600 plus hydro.

1 bdrm suite. $750 including utilities. (Lower Nicola) 1 bdrm bsmt suite. Furnished. $800 including utilities.

Misc. Wanted

3 bdrm townhouse. Furnished. $1100 plus utilities.

999 COINS & BARS. 250-864-3521, I want to buy the coin collection also buying everything gold or silver.

Todd’s Coins 250-864-3521

2 bdrm house. $750 plus utilities

$ Avid Coin Collector Seeking Collections, Olympics, Gold & Silver Coins, bills +,Will Travel.

Call Chad 1-250-863-3082

DENTIST

4 bdrm house. $1400 plus utilities.

4 bdrm duplex. $1200 plus utilities.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

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

NO PETS

2 bdrm Sandpiper Unit. $800 plus hydro.

2 bdrm trailer. $875 plus utilities.

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

FREE CONSULTATIONS 2 FULL TIME DENTISTS & ORTHODONTIST ON SITE Call

250-378-4888 to book your appointment.

2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

www.dentistryatmerritt.ca

HOURS

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

Dr. Jaspal Sarao

Dr. Sunil Malhotra

250-378-1996 Call for all of your Residential or Commercial Property Management needs!

ELECTRICAL

MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICES

ask about the MOVE IN BONUS! 250-378-9880

KENGARD MANOR Spacious 1 bedroom apartment.

F/S, heat and hot water included.

Starting at $650/mth Move in bonus - 1/2 month free rent

For appointment call

250-378-9880

Sandpiper Unit 204 2 bdrm w/laundry. $750/mth plus Deposit & Hydro. Available July 1st. 250-378-8104

Property Manager: Lynda Etchart

Legal

Legal Notices

HACK ELECTRIC

Over 30 years experience

Residential & Commercial

By virtue of the Warehouseman's Lien Act, we will sell the stored goods of the following to recover costs of unpaid storage.

Patricia Clarke - Unit #47 Amount owing $195.00 These personal and household effects will be sold by either public or private auction on or after June 30, 2016 R. Hack Mini Storage, 2865 Pooley Ave., Merritt 250-378-5580 Shopping For A New Car?

email: rhackel@shaw.ca 2865C Pooley Ave., Merritt

Reg. No. 14246

250-378-5580

WINE MAKING FFOR THE ULTIMATE WINE EXPERIENCE, VISIT THE WINE PRESS Quality products, friendly service!

Modular Homes 3 Bedroom Mobile Home W/D, Heat/Lights included Sorry No Pets. $1,200/mth.

Super Clean. Available Now (250)378-0887/(604)768-8826

Find it in the classifieds

Tenders

Tenders

Member of the RJS Craft Wine Making Academy

250-378-6622

Location: 2865C Pooley Ave (Hack Electric)

www.thewinepressmerritt.com

Conayt Friendship Society

CATERING OPPORTUNITY

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume by E-mail Attn: Yvonne Hare, Executive Director ExecutiveDirector@scwexmx.com Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society thanks all those who apply, however, only qualiÀed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Please drop off your bid to the Conayt Friendship Society or email it to: Exec Director at: reception@ conayt.com

For full job description contact SCFSS.

PLUMBING

MERRITT

For June 29, 2016 for 20-65 persons, at Conayt Friendship Society, 1964 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, B.C Submit bids to: Executive Director, “Catering Bid�. Provide menu that includes appetizers, main course (diabetic options), drinks (non sugar options), and dessert (diabetic options). Include cost per plate.

Dinner is at 7:30 p.m. (set up 6:45 p.m.). CFS will provide plates, cups, napkins, utilities, salt, pepper, creamer, sugar.

Start Date: ASAP As Needed Pay: Rate will be negotiated based on experience Please submit your applications.

Those who are short listed will be invited for an interview.

Your

MECHANIC

CHHANICAL SERVICE FRANNKK’’SS MEEC APPROVED OLD OR NEW WE HAVE WARRANTY NE MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYO !

! ! ! !

! ! !

2026 Mamette Avenue

250-378-1322

THURSDAY, June 23 2016 • 23

www.merrittherald.com

Local Business Directory CONTRACTING

OUR EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST YOUR Y

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

12 & 14’ BIN RENTALS

CALL 250-315-5074

#1

4PVSDF for

BARK MULCH

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

Call Les Porter at 250-490 -11

32

PLUMBING & HEATING

g n i t a e H & g n i b m Nicola Plu Fully QualiÀed Tradesmen in..

JIM POT TER

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

CALL JIM at 250-378-4212

Solu tion s for you r tree pro blem s!

MORTGAGE BROKER

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

YOUR LOCAL MORTGAGE BROKER

2064 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC

DAN ALBAS, MP

HOURS: Mon-Fri 8AM - 4:30PM

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!

250-378-5877

NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME!

S ALES & S ERVICE

• Vinyl & Hardie Board Siding • Aluminum Soffit, Fascia & EAVESTROUGHS

CALL: (250) 378-2786 “When others have come and gone, Ivan’s Siding is still going strong�

SERVING THE NICOLA VALLEY FOR 40 YEARS!

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

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

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

EXCAVATING M Excavating Service Gary’s’ Mini G t 4NBMM +PC 4QFDJBMJTU t %VNQ 5SBJMFS 4FSWJDF t 'FODJOH 1PTU 1PVOEFS t #PCDBU 4FSWJDF t $PODSFUF %SJWFXBZT 4JEFXBMLT t 'VMMZ *OTVSFE

STORAGE

SELF STORAGE UNITS

Safe, Secure, Easy Access, 8’ to 40’ Shipping Containers SUITABLE FOR: UĂŠ >Ă€ĂƒĂŠ UĂŠ Âœ>ĂŒĂƒĂŠ UĂŠ /6Â˝ĂƒĂŠUĂŠ-Â˜ÂœĂœÂ“ÂœLˆÂ?iĂƒ]ĂŠ UĂŠ ÂœĂ•ĂƒiÂ…ÂœÂ?`ĂŠ œœ`ĂƒĂŠĂŠ UĂŠ ÂœÂ˜ĂŒÂ…Â?ÞÊEĂŠ9i>Ă€Â?ÞÊ,>ĂŒiĂƒ UĂŠ Ă•ĂƒÂˆÂ˜iĂƒĂƒĂŠÂœĂ€ĂŠ ĂŠĂŠĂŠÂŤiĂ€ĂƒÂœÂ˜>Â?ĂŠwÂ?iĂƒĂŠEĂŠ ÂœĂ€i°°° °° Full-time Watchman on site

PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED

Gord Lavery

SIDING

IVAN’S SIDING

Lumber, Plywood, Fencing SPECIALS

ROOFING

STOY YOMA DENTAL CLINIC Did You Know ?

1999 Voght Street

Óxä‡ÎÇn‡xÎnÓÊUÊÊÓxä‡Î£{‡{Ó{™

L ED REPRESENTATIVE EELECT

DENTIST

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

MEERR M RRI RIITT T T LUMBER SALES

2152 DOUGLAS ST., MERRITT, BC

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Kfcc =i\\1 ($/''$--,$/.(( nnn%[XeXcYXj%Zfd N\jkYXeb CfZXk`fe1 ?np 0. GcXqX ('$)+/* DX`e Jki\\k N\jkYXeb# 9%:% M+K )</

PHONE: 250-378-4943

BU B UILDING SUPPLIES

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

Central Okanagan Similkameen Nicola

Plumbing, Heating, Bonded Gas Fitters.

Service Work & Furnace Service.

Custom Sheet Metal Atlas RV Parts & Repairs

(next to the Credit Union) PO Box 3090, Merritt, BC

ELECTRICAL

â&#x17E;¤Schedule your FREE Estimate inc.

Your

TREE SERVICE

Starting @ $45./month with GST

at HACK Electric 37 8- 55 80

286 5C Poo ley Ave ., Mer ritt , B.C .

FNBJM HBSZMTFEPSF!HNBJM DPN

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

CLEANING SERVICES CERTIFIEED IN MODERATE ASBESTOS REMOVAL CERTIFIED

250-378-9410

Featured Service

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

24 • THURSDAY,

www.merrittherald.com

June 23, 2016

s te

McGregor’s Designs in Steel

C

t a

r g

n o

a l u

We would like to thank the following Utilities, Trades & Suppliers for their timely, cost effective involvement in helping turn this project into a reality for Emcon Services Inc. BC Hydro, Fortis BC, Hub Electric, Sunshine Valley Mechanical, Mussell Cranes, Brytex Buildings, Three S Steel Erectors, Anchor Doors, Jonathan Beech Contracting, Norgaard Concrete, Action Concrete Pumping, Joe’s Concrete, K Rod Steel, Alpha Design, Don Pitman Drywall, Swiftsure Painting, Tibar Construction, exp Services & Underhill & Underhill.

on your Truck Build Facility for Turn Key Snow Plow Builds

A Special Thank You goes out to; Pat McCormack at Merritt Machine Works for his patience, understanding and going out of his way to accommodate the construction of this facility. Also to Jeff McGregor for his as usual excellent project management skills and Steve Dunn, his right hand man.

At McGregor’s Designs in Steel, we take pride in providing the best service and satisfying our customer’s needs first with “Quality being our goal.’ Our trained professional ironworkers will have your building up for you and it will be done right the first time, Guaranteed!

BC Including Vancouver Island

1-877-875-7267

Al McGregor: al.w.mds@gmail.com

“Quality is our Commitment”

Alberta and Saskatchewan

1-844-775-7257

jimmy.mdsbuildings@gmail.com