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Nicola Valley rancher Judy Guichon is B.C.’s next lieuten-ant-governor.

Guichon has led a long career in cattle ranching and helped introduce sustain-able practices in cattle ranching to the Nicola Valley. She owns and oper-ates Gerard Guichon Ranch Limited and the ranch’s bed and breakfast with two of her four children and husband.

Guichon’s involve-

ment in agriculture and sustainability extends beyond her own ranch — she co-founded a recy-cling society in Merritt, served on the British Columbia Agri-Food Trade Advisory Council, and served two years as president of the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association.

She had to surren-

der her past president title with BCCA to accept her new post.

Guichon has also won the Environmental Stewardship Award twice, and has participated with the Grasslands Conservation and Fraser Basin Councils of B.C.

“Judy is a real down-to-earth person

with no limit to her integrity.

“She understands politics but she also understands what it takes for the average person to make it in the world,” BCCA General Manager Kevin Boon said. “It’s nice to be able to share what we’ve had with Judy with the rest of B.C.”

Guichon is B.C.’s second female lieu-tenant-governor and replaces Steven Point as the province’s 29th representative to the queen.

By Emily WesselTHE HERALD

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Nicola Valley woman appointed as B.C. lieutenant-governor

A backyard burn blazed out of control last Thursday, the day before the Kamloops Fire Centre extended a fire prohibition throughout the region.

The fire was off Fox Farm Road, which is outside the City of Merritt’s municipal boundar-ies and is within the Wildfire Management Branch’s jurisdic-tion, said Merritt Fire Rescue Department Fire Chief Dave Tomkinson.

“We have a fire protection agreement

that allowed us to extinguish the fire,” he said.

During the blaze, a person occupying the home suffered a car-diac arrest, which the fire crew responded to as paramedics arrived.

The condition of the person hasn’t been released.

Fire ban extensionThe Kamloops Fire

Centre, which encom-passes the Merritt zone, warned that dry weather has put 70 per cent of the region in a “high” or “extreme” fire danger rating.

By Phillip WoolgarTHE HERALD

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Smoke plumes as dry air extends fi re ban

Nicola Valley Rancher Judy Guichon meets with Prime Minister Stephen Harper in Ottawa on Monday, as she is honoured for being appointed as B.C.’s next lieutenant-governor. Submitted

Judy Guichon has been a long-time rancher in the area and now she will represent the province

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MYTH: Wearing an underwire bra can cause breast cancer.FACT: The Canadian Cancer Society reports that there is no reliable scientific evidence to support this claim.

MYTH: Using underarm deodorant or anti-perspirant causes breast cancer.FACT: Several scientific studies have exam-ined this assertion and have disproved any conclusive links at this time. When going for a mammogram, however, women are asked not to use an underarm product containing aluminum, which might lead to inaccurate screening results.

MYTH: Radiation emitted during a mam-mograpy can increase one’s chances of devel-oping breast cancer.FACT: Mammography technology uses only small, safe amounts of radiation. The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation affirms that it would take exposure at least 100 times stronger than what is used in a mammogram to pose the kind of risk that outweighs the benefits.

MYTH: Abortion and miscarriage are risk factors in developing breast cancer.FACT: Scientific findings supported by a wide range of medical and health organiza-tions are conclusive that neither spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) nor induced abortion are linked with breast cancer.

MYTH: A hard knock to the breast can predispose the bruised area to developing cancerous cells.FACT: There is no known link between bruised breast tissue and cancer. It is impor-tant, however, to be familiar with the con-tours and texture of your breasts so that any unexplainable tenderness, scaling, or skin irregularities can be checked out by a doc-tor.

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From the Herald archives: October, 1982

Diamond Vale trailer tenants forming society

Following up on their protest to City council last week over strata title development of Diamondvale Mobile Home Park, the trailer park’s tenants are plan-ning to form their own society.

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OKTOBERFEST The band, Silverstars, perform at the Merritt Civic Centre on Friday at the Knights of Columbus’ Oktoberfest. The evening featured food, music, and dancing. This is the third annual Oktoberfest hosted by the group. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

A 12-year-old girl was hit by a vehicle last Thursday at about 8:20 a.m., just outside of a school zone on Lindley Creek Road.

The girl was on her way to school when she was dragged several feet before the driver noticed her and then stopped.

The mother of the girl — who didn’t want to be named due to con-cerns about potentially identifying her daughter — said the MSS student mostly suffered from road rash.

“It was a complete accident,” she said. “He wasn’t going very fast. I guess he was just turning out and didn’t see her and the sun was in his eyes.”

She said the man is an acquaintance and was extremely apolo-getic.

The girl was trans-ported to Nicola Valley Health Centre, where doctors diagnosed her with bruising to her organs, but it was later determined that she instead had a stable pelvic bone fracture.

She also suffered from a severe road rash.

The girl was released from hospital on Monday.

The Merritt RCMP is investigating the inci-dent and no charges have been laid.

“She was going to spend a few days in hos-pital just to recuperate,” Merritt RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore said. “She just had to stay in hospital because of the injuries, but they weren’t life threatening.”

Vehicle Hits CyclistAlso on Thursday,

a bicycle collided with an SUV at the corner of Quilchena Avenue and Garcia Avenue, the Merritt RCMP reported.

Witnesses told police that the cyclist was rid-ing on the sidewalk when attempting to cross on a green light, ramming into the side of the vehicle.

The Emergency Health Services and Merritt Fire Rescue Department responded to the accident.

The cyclist only suf-fered minor injuries and no charges were laid.

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Merritt’s ranking was “high” at press time Wednesday.

“If we get some significant pre-cipitation, there is no question we will consider lifting [the ban],” Fire Information Officer Michaela Swan said. “It was only really pushed back a couple weeks in the Merritt zone.”

The ban, which was originally going to end on Oct. 15, remains in

effect until Oct. 31, or until the pub-lic is notified otherwise.

The prohibition is a bit longer than average. In 2009, the ban was lifted on Oct. 19.

“The current forecast is calling for very little precipitation,” Swan noted.

Thirteen fires have broken out in the Kamloops zone in the last sever-al weeks, with 11 of those caused by people. The two others were hold-over lightning strikes from the end of

August, Swan said. “That shows how dry the condi-

tions are that those fires were able to burn quite deeply and pop up still in these dry conditions,” she explained.

The Wildfire Management Branch responded to a blaze near Merritt on Midday Valley Road on Sept. 26, which was just over 0.3 of a hectare.

“We suspect it was some kind of human activity that started that fire,” Swan added.

The ban applies to openly burn-ing material that is piled higher or wider than half a metre. People also aren’t allowed to burn stubble or grass. Fireworks and burning barrels of any size or description are also not allowed.

Those found in violation of the fire ban can be ticketed $345, and anyone who causes a wildfire through arson can be fined up to $1 million, spend up to three years in jail and pay firefighting costs.

Fire ban extended until the end of OctoberFrom Page 1


CITY OF MERRITT

2185 Voght Street, Box 189, Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 Phone: 250-378-4224 www.merritt.ca

Council meeting date: Tuesday, June 22 - 6 p.m. committee of the whole - 7 p.m. regular council meetingCouncil agenda and council minutes are now available at http://www.merritt.ca/site engine/activepage.asp?PageID=121

Programs at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre

Merritt Civic Centre: 250-315-1050

For registrations on these or any other programs please call:

Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre: 250-378-6662

SPLASH BACK WATER WARSOctober 6, 2012: 1-3 pm

Bring your own water gun, squirt gun, squirt bottles, turkey basters, sponges,

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Friday, Oct. 12: 9-11 pm IT’S ALL FREE

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Saturday, Oct. 13: 5:30-7:30 pm IT’S ALL FREE

WATER RUNNING/ AQUA CYCLEMonday & Wednesdays: 7-8am

BEGINNERS INTERVAL AQUATIC FITNESSMonday/Wednesday/Friday

(pls note time change from 12-12:45)11 am-12 pm

SILENCE IS GOLDENWednesday only

(right after senior free swim)10-11am (pls note time change)

TAP INTO CALM (private class)Tuesdays only 2-2:45 pm

Regular Admission

AQUA HIGH-POWER INTENSITY BOOTCAMP

Tuesday & Thursday Evenings6:30-7:30 pm

MASTERS STROKE CLINICTuesday & Thursday Mornings

6-7 am

Please be advised that the Merritt City Council meeting on

October 9th will be moved to a different location for that one meeting only.

The meeting will be held at the Merritt Civic Centre in the

West Auditorium at the regular 7:00 pm time.

CHANGE OF MEETING LOCATION

The following road closure will be in effect Friday, Oct. 12, 2012 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. 2000 and 2100 blocks of Quilchena Ave.

for a show and shine for the Pacifi c Forest Rally

The following Road closure will be in effect Friday, October 12th and Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

2000 block of Coutlee Avenue and Garcia Street between the Royal Bank and the Dollar Tree for the pit area

and staging of the rally cars for the Pacifi c Forest Rally

Also, the parking spaces on Garcia Street beside Lordco

will be blocked for cars waiting for direction into the

service area for the Pacifi c Forest Rally

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The following is an excerpt from the Sept. 18th council meeting.

Permit to develop on a prop-erty in a Development Permit Area for Environmental Sensitive Areas:

The subject proper-ty is located in devel-opment permit area #6, Environmentally Sensitive Areas.

The objective of this Development Permit designation seeks to protect ripar-ian areas and their features, functions and conditions that are vital in the natu-ral maintenance of healthy, productive streams.

The applicant has applied for a build-ing permit to build a house on this empty infill lot next to the Nicola River.

A building permit

can only be issued in DPA #6 with an approved Development Permit.

Development Permits can only be issued in DPA #6 if a qualified environmen-tal professional com-pletes an assessment report that indicates that no fish life in the riparian assessment area will be harmfully altered, disrupted or destroyed.

In this case a QEP has completed a Riparian Areas Regulation report that indicates there will be no harmful disruption to fish habitat.

PolicyIt is council’s policy

to protect the natural environment, ecosys-tems and biological diversity under the best practices regimen, and support higher level statutes such as the Federal Fish

Protection Act, and the Riparian Areas Regulation.

AnalysisThere is an exist-

ing RAR report and associated covenant on title of the subject property resulting from the 2008 sub-division process that created seven lots at the end of Burgess Avenue.

For clarification, the RAR report contains specific requirements such as the minimum elevation for placing a building and the dis-tance a building can be from the river.

These details, although contained in the RAR report, are best applied under a restrictive covenant.

This is why they are created, amended, or removed together.

The covenant also contains an indemnity favouring the City as

a protection from any liability for flooding, for example.

There are particular challenges on the sub-ject property.

The proposed build-ing is sandwiched between the Nicola River, a BC Hydro transmission corri-dor, and a City water main.

A suitable conven-tional building enve-lope for a single family residence meant revis-iting the “no touch” area as identified in the original RAR.

The applicant secured the services of a BC Legal Surveyor and a QEP to investi-gate options for allow-ing a conventional building while preserv-ing the streamside pro-

tection area.A QEP has

completed an updated Riparian Areas Regulation: Assessment Report.

This RAR is a site specific analysis of the riparian habitat on the subject property using the latest assessment methods.

The RAR has been deposited with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the BC Ministry of Environment and the City of Merritt.

This updated RAR and associated pro-posed covenant should replace what currently exists on title.

A building permit cannot be issued until the DP2012-H is approved.

Permit to develop on sensitive area


NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Come down and meet the Mayor. This is your opportunity to bring forth ideas on how we

can make Merritt a better place to live and do business, ask questions about something you don’t understand or if

something has transpired that you have not received a proper resolution with.

Mayor’s DROP IN SESSION

TUESDAY, OCT. 911 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Community Room Downstairs at City Hall.

Hydrant maintenanceSidewalk MaintenanceTrail ImprovementsPothole Patching

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will be taking place at the intersection of Houston Street and

Coldwater Avenue on Friday, October 19th between the hours of

9:00 am and 1:30 pm

The City apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates your patience.

TRAFFIC CONTROL TRAINING LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND

ELECTION NOTICEThis NOTICE IS TO INFORM ALL ELECTORS OF THE LOWER NICOLA INDIAN

BAND THAT A BY-ELECTION TO ELECT ONE (1)COUNCILLOR WILL BE HELD:

Saturday, October 27th, 2012At the Lower Nicola Band Hall at Shulus 85 Hwy 8 West

Polling will be from 9:00 AM TO 8:00 PM with the count to follow

Electors residing off the LNIB reserve will be mailed a Mail-In VotingPackage, otherwise voting will be in person on the day of Poll. Membersresiding on- reserve who are unable to attend the polling station on VotingDay may vote by mail by requesting a mail-in voting package from theElectoral Of cer.

Candidates: BOSE, Bill JOE, Harold PETERSON, Nicholas SAM, Clyde STERLING-COLLINS, Rona

Raymond D. Phillips,Box 369, Lytton, BC VOK lZ0

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The City of Merritt’s Leisure Services Department would like to

SAY A GREAT BIG THANK YOU TO TIM HORTONS

for sponsoring coffee for our National Seniors Celebration that was held October 1st.

This event paid tribute to all the seniors who we wish to thank for helping build our community and continue to make valuable contributions to communities,

workplaces and society.

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Susan & Glen Walkey, Darcy Schmidt,

Jan Oswald, Jayne Yeadon,

Lonie Taylor, Bill & Deb Green,

Colleen Twan, Bob & Linda Osbourne,

From Ron Zynger & Wendy Taylor

Thank you for donations of food, refreshments and memorabilia for the “Celebration of Life” of Deb Oliver-Zynger,

which was held, by donation, at the Merritt Legion #96.

The lieutenant-gov-ernor is appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the prime minister.

Guichon was for-mally appointed the title in a ceremony at Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s office in Ottawa on Monday.

“Mrs. Guichon has dedicated herself to her community, province and country,” the Prime Minister said in a press release.

“She is a leader in keeping British Columbia’s agriculture and cattle industries environmentally sound and she has worked hard to promote and protect the ranchers of British Columbia.”

Premier Christy Clark said Guichon’s extensive leadership in B.C.’s agriculture indus-try has positioned her to represent the province well.

“She has a deep appreciation for the history and traditions of British Columbia and has spent a life-time ensuring that we all stay connected to

our roots, particularly through her work with the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association,” Clark said.

The lieutenant-

governor attends cer-emonies and performs constitutional duties as assigned by Gov. Gen. David Johnston on behalf of the mon-

archy.The position is the

personification of the Crown and is the link between the politi-cal and constitutional structure of the prov-ince.

The role also includes signing procla-mations.

Guichon could not be reached by press time.

Guichon, key in agricultureFrom Page 1 ‘She has a deep appreciation

for the history and traditions of British Columbia.’

—B.C. PREMIER

CHRISTY CLARK

JOBFEST 2012 Pop group Halfway to Hollywood perform during Jobfest at Rotary Park on Saturday. The event is designed to inform B.C. residents about their options for finding jobs. The band and a crew are travelling throughout the province to share information about government job initiatives. Phillip Woolgar/Herald


When I told my friends and family that I was mov-ing to Merritt, most of them asked me what this city could offer me that Winnipeg couldn’t.

I told them Merritt could offer me the first steps of my career.

Working at the Herald

gives me a chance to fully immerse myself in the kind of work that inspires me. To me, there’s noth-ing more rewarding than knowing people trust me to tell their stories and tell them well.

I attended the University of Winnipeg for three years. While I was a student, I also worked for the university as an aca-demic writing tutor. After I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric, Writing and Communication, I completed two years at Winnipeg’s Red River College in a multimedia program and graduated with a journalism major

in April. While I studied journalism, I worked as a freelance writer for Winnipeg’s arts and culture weekly magazine and a weekly community news-paper serving southwest Winnipeg.

But before I packed everything I could into my little car and headed West for Merritt, I packed a backpack and hopped a plane to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

I spent two months backpacking in Southeast Asia, soaking in every iota of the experience I could, from feeding blind elephants at a Thai elephant orphanage, to

lazing in a riverside hut in a sleepy Cambodian town. I returned from that trip with a stronger curiosity than ever about the stories around me, and with that renewed passion (not to mention a drained bank account) I began the search for my first full-time jour-nalism job.

This opportunity with the Herald came at the per-fect time.

It was a risk to move to a city I’d never seen and where I knew nobody, but without risk, there would be no big reward.

I’m confident I can bring comprehensive, timely coverage of stories

that matter to the Merritt Herald’s readers, and I hope this opportunity will allow me to grow as a reporter.

It took five years of post-secondary schooling and a trip to the other side of the world to bring me to Merritt, but now I am look-ing forward to getting to know the community and sharing your stories.

It’ll be a challenge to live up to the Herald’s 107-year-old legacy, but I wouldn’t be in this business if I didn’t like a challenge.

Please feel free to con-tact me at [email protected] for any story ideas or feedback you may have in the coming months.

HERALD OPINION

Stakes go up in B.C. gas gamble

VICTORIA – Mike de Jong’s debut as B.C. finance minister was a grim one. The first financial update for this election year projects a $1.4 bil-lion decline in natu-ral resource revenues from Kevin Falcon’s one and only budget in February.

Most of that is from declining natural gas revenues in the next three years. And it’s not just the price of gas that’s lower than the finance ministry’s array of private sector experts had forecast.

The volume of B.C. gas sold is down as well, as abundant new sources of shale gas come on-stream in the U.S. As with oil, that’s currently the only market Canada has.

And it wasn’t long ago that the energy ministry was trumpeting its monthly totals for “bonus bids” paid by gas companies for drilling rights in northeastern B.C. That gold rush has

wound down as shale deposits are staked and the price falls.

De Jong’s response shows how serious this problem is for any B.C. government. He inherits Falcon’s political commit-ment to present a balanced budget

next spring. How he will do that, and be believed in a heated post-HST election campaign, remains a mystery.

De Jong announced a hiring freeze for govern-ment staff, and a management salary freeze across health care, universities and Crown corporations as well as govern-ment operations. He hinted at an even harder line with unions, as the government’s larg-est employee group continued selective strike action.

This, and the familiar vow to rein in travel and other discretionary spend-ing, won’t come close to replacing the lost gas revenues. Asset sales, which Falcon came up with in a desper-ate effort to dig the government out of its huge sales tax hole, won’t show up on the books until next year, if they go ahead at all.

Tom Fletcher is a reporter and columnist for Black Press.

New reporter makes fi rst steps in Merritt

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Dear Editor: Last spring when the

Conservative government announced changes to a pro-gram that allows people to work part-time while they are receiv-ing Employment Insurance (EI), it seemed like an improvement. Well, as usual the devil is in the details: the changes actually pun-ish low-income Canadians by clawing back 50 per cent of the very first dollar an EI recipient makes.

Until now, an “allowable earnings provision” let people earn and keep up to 40 per cent of their weekly EI benefit, giv-ing them an incentive to work more. For example, if Kenny Gettabreak is receiving a $400 weekly EI benefit, he could earn and keep $160.

The Conservatives claim the new Working While on Claim program allows “claimants to keep more of what they earn,” yet they conveniently forget to mention that it eliminated the allowable earnings provision. While Kenny Gettabreak used to be able to keep the full $160 of

earnings, now he only gets $80 since 50 per cent of it is clawed-back.

They are forcing people in low-paying jobs or who only work a few hours a week to do with less.

Since Parliament resumed this fall, the Liberal Party has been demanding that Minister Finley reinstate the allowable earning provision. Not only is she unwilling to do so, she is unwilling to even admit that low-income Canadians are being penalized.

Knowing the dogma of this Conservative government, either they believe people working part-time are too lazy to work more, or it is just another hidden mea-sure to force people to move out of our small communities. Either way, it is a punitive new program for low-income Canadians that reinforces my belief in these Conservatives: don’t trust them as far as you can throw them.

Rodger Cuzner, MPLiberal Critic for Human Resources & Skills Development

One aspect of the week-ly Parliament Hill events cycle that I have neglected to mention in my recent reports is Opposition day motions. Also known as “allotted day” or “supply day” this is a day reserved for the Opposition to introduce a motion on an issue that the opposition believes is deserving of greater attention. There are 22 of these days in the Parliamentary calendar that are divided and shared amongst the opposition parties based on the share of seats each party holds in the House of Commons. Last week the Liberal Party held the opposition day motion and this week it will be the NDP. The topic and debate of this week’s Opposition motion will be Employment Insurance.

Aside from Opposition Day, there will also be second reading votes on Government Bills C-44 and C-21 including a number of votes on various private members bills. Bill C-44 “Helping Canadian Families in Need Act” pro-poses a number of changes to Employment Insurance Act and to the Canada Labour Code. These changes will help protect the jobs of parents who take leave to care for criti-cally ill children. There will also be new provisions for self-employed individuals to opt in to Employment

Insurance for maternity, parental, sickness and com-passionate care benefits and also an expanded definition of family members eligible to qualify for benefits who are caring for someone who is gravely ill. Another new benefit is for parents of murdered or missing children that will provide a financial grant during this challenging time. These changes, if passed, will be implemented on various dates in 2013. Since this election commitment was formerly announced, I have been presented with a concern that this new program (and the expected 6,000 Canadian families that would benefit from this temporary help) would put too much of a burden on employees and employ-ers. I should add that we, as elected officials, must always be mindful that there is only one taxpayer and a standalone program would represent higher costs as new offices, manag-ers and employees set up the office. That being said, I appreciate hearing what taxpayers back home might have to say on this matter.

Bill C-21 the “Political Loans Accountability Act,” proposes to ensure that all political loans are treated equally. For example, under this act, money loaned for a leadership contest would be treated no differently than funds loaned to a candidate for an election. Further the legislation will apply to all contestants, political parties and associations. Terms such as repayment informa-tion, the amount of funds borrowed and the interest rate charged must also be fully disclosed, including the identity of the lenders and guarantors. Under the proposed act, private

corporations and unions would also be banned from loaning funds to political interests and restrictions will also be placed on the total amount of funds that can be borrowed from an individual who is acting as a lender. These proposed changes add transparency and increase accountability to electoral finance and also close some loopholes that exist today. My understand-ing is that there is general consensus in support of these changes and this Bill is expected to pass quickly.

There will also be five different Private Members Bills either being debated or voted on at various stag-es throughout the week.

I would also like to congratulate our very own Nicola Valley cattle rancher Judith Guichon who was named by our Prime Minister as British Columbia’s next lieutenant-governor. The rural ranch-ing community in B.C. is an often overlooked one and I am certain that Mrs.Guichon will serve as an excellent ambassador for the Nicola Valley region.

Next week the House of Commons will rise briefly for Thanksgiving festivities and I will be back in the riding from Oct. 9 - 13. If you would like to schedule an appointment please give my office a call. Your input is both needed and necessary and I look forward to hearing your concerns, suggestions and criticisms.

Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla and can be reached at [email protected] or by phone 1-800-665-8711.

Sincerely,Dan Albas

MOTORCYCLE TOY RUN Nearly 50 people participated in the Merritt Motorcycle Toy Run on Sept. 15 to help raise over $500 in donations and collect 195 gifts, which will go towards the Nicola Valley and District Food Bank’s Christmas hamper program. The toy run attracts bikers from throughout the Nicola Valley. This is a sample of just some of the people who made an effort to raise money. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

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Judas, when he saw what he had done, brought the money back to the priests, admitted his guilt then were out and hanged himself.

What about the other disciples? They had been with Jesus for three- and-a-half years, seen the good things He had done for people, the miracles, and they were there when Jesus raised a few from the dead. They hoped all the time that Jesus would proclaim Himself king and set up the Jewish kingdom. What was going wrong? They felt terrible when they saw their beloved master and friend being so cruelly treated and sentenced to be cruci ed. They were afraid they would be next.

Several times throughout the last three-and-a-half years, Jesus told them that He would be betrayed and cruci ed but this was so far from their thinking that these things went into one ear and out the other. Jesus told them

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Jesus was cruci ed and rose early Sunday morning. He was seen by Mary. She told His disciples but they couldn’t believe it. It seemed too good to be true. That night Jesus suddenly appeared to them in a locked room because they were afraid of the Jews. So it was true! He was alive and they were glad to see Him.

First, to prove that He was real, He had something to eat so they wouldn’t think they had seen a spirit. He talked to them for a bit, then as He had come, He left. What were the disciples to do now?

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B.C. Premier Christy Clark’s meet-ing with Alberta Premier Alison Redford Monday lasted only 15 minutes, and didn’t resolve any of their differences about the Enbridge heavy oil pipeline proposal.

Clark spoke by phone with report-ers after what she described as a “frosty and quite short” meet-ing with Redford in Calgary. She said she reiterated her govern-ment’s five conditions for supporting the Northern Gateway pipeline, including one about B.C. needing a “fair share” of benefits from the line.

The other four conditions are for the project to pass a federal environmental review, and for “world leading” spill response on land and on water, as well as meeting legal require-ments for aboriginal and treaty rights along the route from north-ern Alberta to Kitimat.

Redford told report-ers in Calgary after the meeting that she reiterated her posi-tion that giving up any of Alberta’s oil royalties is “a non-starter.” She said she asked Clark to propose other ways that B.C. could increase benefits, but Clark offered no response.

“I gave her the opportunity more than once in the meeting to say that royalties aren’t on the table, and she didn’t take that,” Redford said.

Clark said it’s not her job to find ways of increasing benefits to B.C.

“It is up to whoever is going to benefit from this project to come forward and advocate for it. In my view, that’s her,” Clark said. “I said to her today, as it stands right now, there is absolutely no way that British Columbia will support this pro-posal.”

As Clark was pre-paring for her meet-ing, B.C. Environment Minister Terry Lake told a Kamloops radio station that benefits for B.C. could mean more value-added jobs, such as refining the oil.

Enbridge Chief

Executive Al Monaco is on record as saying the project is a highly strategic move and will allow Canada to profit from better relations with Asia.

Without the access to the West Coast, he said, Canadian produc-

ers are at risk of need-ing to discount their oil, compared to inter-national benchmarks.

The project would carry an estimated 525,000 barrels of bitument each day from Alberta oilsands.

It would be loaded onto tankers in Kitimat, B.C., where it would be transported to Asian markets.

Environmental groups are angered at the proposal.

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The Merritt RCMP are investigating an Aug. 30 home invasion that allegedly occurred in the Diamondvale neighbourhood.

A man with a knife and a rope entered the residence and threatened the woman inside, the RCMP said.

The victim talked the man into leaving the home before he hurt anyone.

He is described as being between 18 and 25 years old, First Nations with a stocky build, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, having copper eyes and he is reported to have a yellowish hue to his skin tone.

“This type of home invasion is very rare,” Merritt RCMP Const. Ryan Dell said.

After being called to the scene, police searched the area and now the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with infor-mation about this crime or a possible sighting of the suspect is asked to call the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Age is only a num-ber – it’s what you do with your time that counts.

And for many mature Canadians that means finding ways of doing the personal things that really matter to you. After all, you now have the health and wealth and, most importantly, the desire to give back to your community.

Let’s take a closer look at how you can do that in the most tangible ways.

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Volunteer Canada found direct, positive links between volun-teering and health.

Get involved by:• Picking a cause you believe in.• Putting your lifetime skills to good use.• Volunteering for an organization that fits your lifestyle and per-sonality.• Deciding how much time you have and even if you want to learn new skills or even start a new career.

Donating Here are some giving-while-living strategies that can offer significant ben-efits and provide a valuable donation to your charitable orga-nization:

Name a recognized charity as beneficiary by leaving a bequest in your Will and your estate will receive a charitable donation tax receipt.

Establish a Donor Advised Fund, a tax-favoured vehicle that avoids the administra-tion responsibilities and costs of establish-

ing a private founda-tion but does require a donation to a public foundation and is subject to admin fees. You receive a tax receipt for contribu-tions and determine which charities receive fund allocations.

Establish a Charitable Remainder Trust that allows you to donate capital while you live on the income.

All interest and dividends are paid to you as taxable income with the trust assets and the remainder going to the charity upon your death with-out probate fees. You will receive a charita-ble receipt for a por-tion of your donation based on your age at the time of the dona-tion and current inter-est rates.

Name a recognized charity as beneficiary of your life insurance policy now and you’ll

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Other giving options include a Charitable Gift Annuity, donating publicly traded stocks and securities or establishing a Private Foundation. Each offers tax-saving and income-preserving advantages that are best discussed with your professional advisor.

In fact, by working with your advisor to develop a strong over-all financial strategy, you’ll have the time and the nest egg to give while living in any way you choose.

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When asked what Thanksgiving meant to them, some jumpy kids in an elemen-tary school had varied answers to offer.

“It’s when you think of all the good stuff that you do with your family,” chipped in a fourth grader.

“Thanksgiving means giving people things like having a good house to live in,” responded another classmate.

Thanksgiving is, of course, all that and more. It is primarily a spirit of gratitude to God for His goodness to mere mortals like us.

Historically, the first Thanksgiving cel-ebration was held on Baffin Island in 1578 when one of the ships of English explorer Martin Forbisher sank, forcing his passengers to land on B.I.

On board was Canada’s first mission-ary Robert Woolfall, who gave a godly ser-mon exhorting them to be thankful to God for deliverance in a dan-gerous place.

The Pilgrim Fathers landed at Plymouth Rock in New England in November 1620, losing 47 people to

scurvy and pneumonia. What saved them

from extinction was a good corn harvest. Then-governor Bill Bradford declared a day of public thanks-giving in October 1621.

But in the winter of 1622, they were reduced to a daily ration of just five ker-nels of corn each, hit by a 12-week drought.

The pilgrims decid-ed to hold a day of fasting and prayer and, at the end of the day, rain began to fall and saved their harvest.

That Fall, the pil-grims feasted on pork and venison. But as a reminder of why they were giving thanks, the first course was a plate with just five kernels of corn.

“Gratitude is part of effective mental health,” psychothera-pist Lucille Peszat of the Canadian Centre for Stress and Well-being said years ago.

Sociologist Ted Hewitt of the University of Western Ontario would add to that, “Religious people have better mental and physical health than non-religious because they tend to show more gratitude.”

The scripture of Islam tells its readers

that God “gave you hearing and sight, intelligence and affec-tions that you may give thanks to Him.”

Judaism is a religion centred on gratitude, especially for God’s deliverance of Jews from slavery in Egypt. All its great festivals include prayers of thanksgiving.

When added to the vast number of references in the New Testament, like, “In everything give thanks...,” the uni-versal perspective on gratefulness is natu-rally amplified.

Canadians appear to be a nation of complainers. On open-line shows, for every compliment there are many more com-plaints.

As another Thanksgiving season rolls around, it’s a good time to remind ourselves of the prior-ity of praising God — not just for a good harvest, but as recogni-tion of who He is.

Along with an ancient shepherd-king David, let us echo:

“You are merciful, Lord! You are kind and patient and always loving. I will praise You, Lord, and everyone will respect Your holy name forever,” (Psalm 145).

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New residential lots in a nice part of Merritt• Located in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent • settingFully serviced including curbs & storm • drainAll prepaid by the developer•

M 3692 $57,000

Private & tranquil describes this 26+ acre • lot with amazing viewLocated in the beautiful Sunshine Valley• Bring you building ideas!•

M 3766 $189,000

Beautifully done completely reno’ed • homeCentral air, gas furnace• New roof, windows & more• 220 electrical in new detached shop•

M 3804 $285,000

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck• Upgrade vinyl windows & siding• New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system• Interior has new fi nish throughout •

M 3761 $206,500

Unique layout that awaits your touch• 2 lots, 2 titles• Detached double garage• Central location provides easy access•

M 3792 $147,500

Under new management• 1 bdrm apartment• Stratifi ed building• Centrally located•

M 3525 $76,900

Views of the Nicola Valley • Walking trails & shopping nearby• All services are u/g & at lot line• One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods•

M 3758 $67,000

.76 acre riverfront building lot• The location is second to none• 260+ feet of river frontage• Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building • ideas!!

M 3780 $199,000

Well kept home on cul-de-sac • Varnished oak staircase at entry• Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets• Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & • large front lawn

M 3735 $276,000

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M 3741 $199,900

2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street• Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs• New vinyl windows & siding• New fl ring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed • bathrm

M 3718 $139,000

2 bdrms in strata bldg• Central location• Laminate fl ring• New roof in 2010•

M 3486 $76,900

Fully serviced R-2 lot• Close to schools & downtown• Bring your bldg ideas• Trades considered•

M 3274 $72,900

24 acres in beautiful Sunshine Valley• Treed lot, very private, easy access• Many potential building sites• Hydro & phone lines to property line•

M 3603 $227,000

2 level home in Lower Nicola• Lge fenced yd w/ fruit trees• 36x12 covered deck + nice patio area• 2bdrms up/1 down, master has enste• Finished bsmt w/ famrm & w/s area•

M 3811 $275,000

Wonderful home in LN comes w/ 5 appli-• ancesNewer furnace, low e double glazed • windows26x14 deck & covered attached carport• Good sized detached garage w/ power• Tons of room, fully fenced & move right in•

M 3812 $194,500

Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse• A bathroom on each 3 levels• Nice, fully fenced backyard• Great 1st time homebuyers & investors•

M 3652 $138,000

Ground level 1 bdrm condo• Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry• Parking right out front• Low monthly maintenance fee•

M 3738 $75,900

Good sized lot• Ok for double wide• City services @ prop line• Mountain view in a quiet area•

M 3534 $79,000

247’ lake front w/ winding trail to site• Great views of the valley & water below• Community water in place, power @ lot • lineEasy access off hwy & quiet enjoyment•

M 3728 $205,000

3 bdrm, possible 4, 2 bath Bench family • homeNew fl ring in lvgrm & hallway• Private deck for BBQ’s• Large .32 acre corner lot•

M 3798 $269,000

SxS duplex w/ reno’s• Lam fl ring, paint, vinyl windows• Front driveway + lots of parking• Shared garage & shed•

M 3813 $192,000

Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath• Custom kitchen cabinets & fi xtures• Large porch off back, nice yard• 100 amp service, fridge, stove included•

M 3739 $137,900

Great starter home or retirement• 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and • ensuiteColdwater River is close by• Riverside Mobile Home Park•

M 3787 $58,000

Beautiful river view lot close to downtown• Nice, quiet neighborhood• The uncompromised view never to • change

M 3707 $89,000

Excellent Bench location• 4 bdrms-lge private bkyd• New fl ring in lvgrm & hallways• Lge kitchen open to diningrm•

M 3816 $248,000

Nice family home on a good street• 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm• Kitchen has newer cabinets• Possible in-law suite•

M 3716 $255,000

Covered parking• Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite• Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den• Nicola River in the back•

M 3365 $165,000

2+ bdrm home on a good sized lot• Open plan for kitch, dinrm & lvgrm• Roof, electrical approval• Fully fenced yard & lots of parking•

M 3814 $125,000

Rent to own considered• Buy your own home• Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home• Appliances included•

M 3270 $49,900

Commercial lot zoned C-3• Off main exit from Van & Kelowna• All services already in place at prop line• Outstanding exposure•

M 3712 $89,900

Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake• 3km to Quilchena Hotel• Close to Merritt & Kamloops• Private access to lake •

M 3478 $349,000

Completely redone & gorgeous• New windows, siding, roof, h/w tank• New kitchen, fl oors & electrical• Solarium off dinrm, the list goes on….•

M 3817 $255,000

Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot• 22x22 garage on 2nd lot• Main house has 100 amp upgrade• Garage is wired & heated•

M 3744 $160,000

Long term tenant for the investor• 2 bdrms & bath on main• Full unfi nished basement w/ laundry • Front driveway + lane access/tons of rm • for cars & toys

M 3797 $120,000

Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home• 18x20 interlocking driveway• 6 appliances, newer paint & fl ooring• Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed•

M 3607 $44,000

One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola• Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet • locationWater serviced by Lower Nicola Water • WorksApproved for septic & HST already paid •

M 3746 $99,000

Large open commercial space (approx • 6500 sf)Curb parking and parking lot across the street• Located in the d/t core. Sold as bldg & land• Roof HVAC, hot water & roll down security • door

M 3779 $440,000

Wide open space is your backyard view• 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home• Large .23 acre lot• Lots of room for toys & RV’s•

M 3764 $239,000

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens• 6 appliances, elec. fi replace• Skylight & vaulted ceiling• Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!•

M 3795 $164,500

Cute & cozy• 3 bdrm bungalow• Huge 51x150’ lot• Covered deck to enjoy the mtn views•

M 3807 $120,000

Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, 1 bath • homeLaminate fl ring, skylight, lge bdrms• Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm• Lge yd w/ mature trees•

M 3755 $35,000

Extra large double lot• 2 city water & sewage hookups• Private setting, fl at site• Easy access w/ paved roads•

M 3495 $100,000

Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt • 12,000sqft commercial building for pur-• chase or lease @ $6/sqftOver 10,500sqft of retail space• Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue•

M 3697 $850,000

Bench location• 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home• Close to schools & parks• Priced to sell!!•

M 3689 $235,000

Great starter or investment• 5 bdrms on lge corner lot• New kitch, bathrms, fl ring throughout• New h/e furnace, a/c roof, windows…•

M 3818 $221,500

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In your spine, there are seven vertebrae in your neck, 12 in your upper back, and five in your lower back. Attaching to the mid-dle twelve vertebrae are your 12 pairs of ribs. There are small joints and ligaments that attach each of the ribs to the side of the spine. When you take a deep breath in, the joints, called “costover-tebral joints,” between the ribs and the spine move. Many of the muscles in your upper back attach to the ribs. When these muscles contract forcefully, excessive pressure can be put on the ribs and their costovertebral joints.

If one or more of the costoverte-bral joints becomes a problem, you will feel a sharp pain in the upper back between one shoulder blade and the spine. You may find that lying on the sore side aggravates the pain and lying on the good side relieves it slightly. You will likely feel a sharp increase in pain during a deep breath, coughing, or sneezing.

The pain may travel from your upper back around to the side of the chest, almost mim-icking angina or severe indigestion. If you feel this type of symptom, see your medical doc-tor immediately to first rule out a heart condi-tion. If your problem is due to a painful cos-tovertebral joint and it is not treated by a chi-ropractor right away, other areas of the body soon become affected.

Eventually, the mus-cles of the upper back, shoulder, and neck on the same side will go into severe spasm, which will inevitably restrict the movement of your neck and potentially cause dull achy headaches.

Costovertebral joint problems commonly arise when someone is doing an awkward activity or maintaining an improper posture for a prolonged period of time. Recently, I had two perfect examples in my office of people who had this exact

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tleman who had recent knee surgery and was using crutches to walk. When on the crutches, he was using his shoul-ders and upper back muscles to hold all his weight as he took each step. With each force-ful contraction of the muscles, he repetitively pulled on each rib and the associated costover-tebral joint.

The second example was a young female who has a nasty habit of carrying her 30-pound child on her hip supported by her left arm only. This made the muscles of her upper back and shoulders contract hard and for long periods of time, which pulled on the ribs and their asso-ciated costovertebral joints.

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both these people became “jammed,” or their movement was “restricted.”

Each of these joints became very inflamed or swollen and by the time I was able to examine them, they were quite sore to touch. With every deep breath, sneeze, or twist of their back, they experienced acute pain on one side of their upper back. As I expected, both of these people had acutely painful spasms of the neck and shoulder muscles on the injured side.

Chiropractors are specifically trained to address joint and muscle problems such as this. By doing “adjustments” or gentle “manipulation,” the movement or mobility of the joints can be restored.

Through the use of electrical therapy,

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that time, in my opin-ion, depression ranked in the same negative categories as alcohol or drug addiction but, at least those with obsessions could talk about it at AA or NA meetings and get sup-port from those “in the circle.”

Fortunately, nowa-days, folks dealing with issues related directly or indirectly to depres-sion, are better able to seek help, to talk about their problems “out in

the open” and to gain empowering support from a variety of men-tal health and commu-nity service workers.

To better assist folks feeling low, anxious, stressed, who are deal-ing with eating disor-ders, feeling restless, lacking energy, having difficulty sleeping and a host of other symptoms, help is just around the corner.

And, that corner is Beyond the Blues, hap-pening on Thursday,

Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Logan Lake Health Centre.

This is a free, anonymous event, confidential with no appointment required, and offers a friendly, safe space for people to both start and to continue conversations about their mental health wellbeing with trained and knowl-edgeable support workers.

“The screening process is available for adults, seniors, youth, new or expectant mothers, those con-cerned about a friend or family member and, perhaps of particular interest, will be the risky drinking screen-ing which offers the links between alcohol use, possible harms and impacts on mental wellbeing.”

So be sure to mark this event on your cal-endars.

BARRIE OGDENBARRIE’SBANTER

Moving beyond singing the blues

The following is an excerpt from the District of Logan Lake Council Agenda

Regional Growth Strategy Minor Amendment Discussion Paper

In May 2000, the Board of Directors of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District adopted the Regional Growth Strategy. In 2011, the Board of Directors initiated the Regional Growth Strategy Minor Amendment.

This discus-sion paper contains original text from the 2000 Regional Growth Strategy as well as some sug-gested changes from the Board and, finally, proposed updates, concordances, poli-cies, indicators, and commentary.

All this was com-piled to simulate discussion on how we can improve the Regional Growth Strategy in the Minor Amendment process.

The Regional Growth Strategy is not a land use plan with map designa-tions, but a coop-erative strategy for achieving a sustain-able future for the region.

It provides a frame-work for:

Taking action on development and set-tlement issues by the RD, its municipalities, and government agen-cies;

Co-ordinating efficient use of land, public facilities, ser-vices, finances, and other resources over the next 20 years;

Encouraging a variety of economic opportunities, land-use choices, and qual-ity of life attributes in an affordable/efficient manner; and,

Ensuring our envi-ronment and natural amenities are protect-ed and conserved as the region continues to develop.

Factors impacting regional growth To inform a strat-egy for growth in the TNRD over the next 25 years, the TNRD had Urban Futures Ltd. prepare “A Context for Change Management in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District” (Context for Change), which looks at historic data and forecasts future trends in popu-lation, housing, and economic change.

The Context for Change projects that the following factors will have an impact

on regional growth over the next 25 years:

The population in the Regional District is expected to grow at an average rate of 0.8 per cent per year, with a total increase of 28,909 residents over 25 years;

Of the 28,909 new residents, 85 per cent of them will likely locate in the two larg-est cities, Kamloops and Merritt;

Due to a growing proportion of our population aging out of the family forma-tion stage of life, migration (domestic and international) will grow in importance in maintaining regional population growth;

The demand for housing is expected to grow at an annual rate of 1.1 per cent per year, faster than the growth in popula-tion.

The total number of addition housing units is expected to be 17,574 units over

25 years, with 60 per cent of those units being single detached dwellings, others will comprise seniors’ housing;

Of the 17,574 housing units to be built over the next 25 years, it is anticipated that 75 per cent of those units will be located in the cities of Kamloops and Merritt, continuing a national and global trend to urbanization;

International demand for wood products, agricultural products, metals and minerals will continue to affect employment growth in the region. The labour force is expected to grow by an average of 0.7 per cent per year, more slowly than the overall population increase of 0.8 per cent per year;

Growth in service sector employment (health and education) will correlate strongly with the population increase of 0.8 per cent per year;

The industry sector expected to grow most rapidly is Health, with a projected 3,950 jobs being created over 25 years;

The slowest growing occupa-tion sector is pro-jected to be Primary, Manufacturing and Processing, as the Region continues a trend to more jobs in the service sector.

Alternative growth scenariosThe Context for Change also projected two alternative sce-narios regarding the way that population, housing and employ-ment may change in the Region over the next 25 years.

A low-growth sce-nario was developed where the regional population will rise by 0.7 per cent, annu-ally (24,000 residents), and a high-growth scenario where the population will rise by one per cent annually (36,000 residents).

District of Logan Lake council briefs


Fall CAR CAREHow cold weather affects fuel effi ciency

(NC)—Part of being a smart, safe, fuel-efficient driver includes knowing how to achieve good results even in the worst weath-er. Did you know, for example, that the combined effects of various conditions can increase fuel consumption more in win-ter than summer? While it may sound obscure, when you break it down it really makes sense.

• Drivers should expect higher fuel consumption in cold weather. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found that a drop in temperature from 24°C to 7°C increased fuel consumption in urban commutes by 12 to 28 per cent.

• Aerodynamic resistance is greater in winter.Cold, dry win-ter air is about 12 per cent dens-er than warm, humid summer air, increasing highway fuel con-

sumption by about 1.3 per cent in winter. The average wind speed is also higher in winter, which contributes to increased aerodynamic resistance and fuel consumption.

• Winter roads create dif-ficult driving conditions. Roads tend to be rougher in the winter, with increased asphalt deterio-ration and a mix of snow, ice, slush, water, salt, gravel, and sand. The engine works harder to offset the increased rolling resistance, as the tires must push aside heavy snow and road cover. The snow and ice also increase wheel slippage, which results in higher fuel consump-tion. U.S. EPA data show that fuel consumption can increase from seven to 35 per cent as a result of poor road conditions, depending on the surface type and snow load.

• Winter gas normally has lower energy density. Gasoline composition is seasonally and geographically adjusted based on historical temperature data. A litre of winter gas has less energy than a litre of summer gas, typically in the range of 1.5-3 per cent. Diesel fuel is similarly affected.

• Winter driving taxes the vehicle’s electrical system.Except for using air conditioning on hot summer days, a vehicle’s electri-cal loads are normally higher in cold weather due to greater demand from heating, defrost-ing, heated seats, heated mir-rors, and increased use of the windshield wipers and washer pump. The energy for these electrical loads is provided by the vehicle’s electrical system, which obtains power from the engine.

LIGHT TRUCKS AND SUVS NEED WINTER TIRES TOO(NC)—For owners of light trucks and

SUVs, snowy roads and winter driving conditions can seem less perilous than they would to a small-car driver. With features such as four-wheel drive, larger tires and a heavier build, drivers of these vehicles often feel they have the tools needed to conquer Canada’s winter roads.

However, relying on these features alone can give drivers a false sense of security during these tough travel months. The truth is, without quality winter tires, no vehicle is exempt from losing control on snow or ice.

“Winter tires are designed with a rubber compound that stays flexible in cold temperatures for increased trac-tion,” says Bill Hume, vice president of Hankook Tire Canada. “This added flexibility, combined with unique tire treads that are designed to grip ice or move snow out of the vehicle’s path, make winter tires essential for all driv-ers.”

Drivers of light trucks and SUVs should keep in mind that the purpose

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Some light truck and SUV winter tires are also made to withstand external damage from stones and other objects hidden under the snow. For example, the Hankook iPike RW11 has stone ejec-tors and an additional layer of rubber to protect the rim of the tire, acting as added defence. These features are good for driving outside the city, where snow, ice and stones are mixed and can pose a hazard to the condition of your tires.

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Centre Derek Huisman scored once against the Langley Rivermen and twice versus the Prince George Spruce Kings in a pair of Merritt Centennials’ wins at home on the weekend. Ian

Webster/Herald

Cents deliver!Huisman’s three goals lead Merritt to a pair of weekend victories

MINOR HOCKEY REPORTPeewee reps fall twice

The Merritt Ramada Inn peewee reps suffered a pair of losses this past weekend. Saturday, on home ice, the team fell 6-1 to a very strong Vernon side in their first league game of the season. Ethan Thygesen had Merritt’s lone goal. On Sunday, in an exhibi-tion tilt versus Kamloops, the Jr. Cents were defeated 12-2. Thygesen and Sajjin Lali tal-lied for Merritt. Tristan Bjarnason and Troy Holmes split the netminding duties for the local peewee squad.

Bantam reps victorious The Murray GM bantam reps got their

regular season off to a great start with two wins on the road. On Saturday, the Jr. Cents rode the brilliant goaltending of Sam Suzuki to a 3-1 victory against Vernon. Sunil Sahota, Eric Lalonde, and Marcelo Bose, into an empty net, took care of Merritt’s scoring. Sunday, it was Cameron St. Louis who erupted for four goals in a 12-5 win over Salmon Arm for the Murray GM bantams. Other Merritt marksmen were Lane Antoine, Sahil Bansi and Tyrell Suzuki (all with two apiece), and Sahota and Keyton Laupitz (one each). Dawson Kerslake posted the win between the pipes.

The Merritt bantam rep home opener is slated for Saturday, Oct. 13 at 3:45 p.m. at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.

Senior girls up and runningMerritt minor hockey’s newly-formed senior

girls hockey team (ages 13-17) had a busy weekend with three games. In their first out-ing, Madeleine Barnes scored the Jr. Cents’ lone goal in a 6-1 loss to Kamloops #1. Barnes scored the first two goals in Merritt’s next game, a 5-3 win over Kamloops #2. Other local goal getters were Kendel Cunningham, Skylar Willey and Selena Henry. Finally, in game three, Merritt lost to Penticton 7-2. Cents’ scorers were Henry and Christiana McMaster.

Midget reps host Thanksgiving weekend tourney

The Tracker Sportswear midget reps are hosting an eight-team tournament this weekend. Visiting teams are from Kelowna, Richmond, Aldergrove, Terrace, Smithers, Kitimat and Ridge Meadows.

The 17-game schedule runs Saturday, Sunday and Monday with all but one game being played at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. Saturday’s games run from 7 a.m. - 10:30 p.m., Sunday’s from 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., and Monday’s from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The local Tracker team plays its round- robin games at the following times:

Saturday 11:30 a.m. vs Kitimat 8:30 p.m. vs Smithers

Sunday 2:45 p.m. vs Ridge Meadows

Reffing clinic Oct. 21The annual MMHA officiating clinic will be

held on Sunday, Oct. 21 at NVIT, starting at 10 a.m. The minimum age is 12. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Contact Mike Bjarnason at [email protected] for complete details.

BCHL STANDINGS to Oct. 5

Team GP W L T OTL PTS

Penticton 8 7 1 0 0 14Trail 10 5 5 0 0 10Merritt 6 4 1 1 0 9West Kelowna 7 3 2 0 2 8Vernon 7 2 3 0 2 6Salmon Arm 6 1 4 0 1 3

INTERIOR DIVISION


Coquitlam 8 6 2 0 0 12Prince George 8 4 2 1 1 10Chilliwack 7 4 2 0 1 9Surrey 8 4 3 0 1 9Langley 6 3 2 0 1 7

MAINLAND DIVISION


Victoria 9 5 3 0 1 11Alberni Valley 9 4 4 0 1 9Nanaimo 7 4 3 0 0 8Powel River 10 3 5 0 2 8Cowichan Valley 8 2 5 0 1 5

ISLAND DIVISION

By Ian WebsterTHE [email protected]

The Merritt Centennials went a per-fect two-for-two on the weekend, winning both ends of their first two-game homestand of the season.

Friday night, in a netminder’s battle between the Cents’ Tyler Steel and Langley Rivermen’s James Barr, Merritt got goals from Brandon Bruce and Derek Huisman in a 2-1 victory over the Rivermen.

Saturday, it was Huisman leading the way again, with a pair of goals, as the Centennials blew open a close game in the second period en route to a convincing 6-2 win against the visiting Prince George Spruce Kings. Additional scor-ers for Merritt versus the Sprucies were John Saunders (with his first BCHL goal), fel-low rookie Jeff Wight, Silvan Harper and Sebastien Pare.

Understandably, Cents’ head coach and GM Luke Pierce was quite pleased with the outcome on the week-end.

“I thought we car-ried the majority of the play both nights. The first five minutes of each game were outstanding. Friday’s game was fast and physical. Tyler was just in the zone. He made the game look

easy. And Saturday, we took advantage of our opportunities in the sec-ond period and never looked back.”

Steel was definitely on his game in both weekend starts, stop-ping 73 of 77 shots sent his way. The third-year Cents’ goaltender had a shutout going in Friday’s outing, only to see the Rivermen’s Evan Campbell spoil the party with just 43 seconds remaining in regulation play and his team playing six-on four.

Pierce was some-what surprised to see his team outshot both nights (42-38 and 35-31) despite their pair of wins and dominant play.

“I just didn’t see those kinds of numbers [for the opposition]. I think that a lot of their shots were from the perimeter. We didn’t really give up a whole lot of scoring chances.”

Meanwhile, the Cents were more than effective at burying their opportunities – particularly on Saturday against a Prince George team that came into Merritt undefeated in regulation time this sea-son and sitting in first place in the Mainland Division of the BCHL.

Huisman’s goals both nights were world-class shots, while Pare’s marker in the third period on Saturday was a highlight reel solo effort that saw the

summertime acquisi-tion split the Spruce Kings’ defense before deftly beating goalie Liam McLeod through the five-hole. Saunders’ tally was a nicely placed point shot. Both Wight and Harper made no mistake on their chanc-es from the high and low slot respectively.

Friday, Steel picked up an assist on Bruce’s tally in the first period. His 90-foot pass to Regan Soquila on a Langley line change caught the Rivermen napping. Soquila then fed Bruce breaking to the net. The Energizer Bunny made no mis-take, tipping the puck past a helpless Barr to put Merritt one-up.

“That was a heads-up play by Tyler and Regan to catch them [Langley] like that,” coach Pierce stated.

Soquila had three weekend assists all-told. His line, with Huisman and Brendan Lamont, is proving to be almost unstoppable.

“They’re really find-ing their stride now and working well together,” Pierce said. “Derek and Regan are so calm and patient with the puck, while Brendan is all speed and energy.”

With his team play-ing so well right now (they’re undefeated in five games), Pierce says his biggest challenge is deciding who to dress

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SPORTS

Pozzobon sitting #1 in Canada

With just the Canadian Finals Rodeo remaining in November, Merritt cowboy Ty Pozzobon has moved into first place in the nation in the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association’s bull rid-ing event.

The young 20-year-old took over the lead on Sunday by win-ning the last regular CPRA stop of the year in Hanna, Alta. His 86-point ride on a bull called Trained Bear earned him $908, good enough to over-haul previous leader Scott Schiffner from Strathmore, Alta.

“It came right down to the last ride,” stated Pozzobon’s proud mom, Leanne. “Ty won, while Scott got bucked off. This was a goal of Ty’s all season, so he’s pretty excited.”

Pozzobon finishes the CPRA season with unofficial earnings of $33,572 compared to Schiffner’s total of $33,224. Both cow-boys will get a chance to duke it out some more in the arena at the CFR, scheduled for November 7-10 at

the Rexall Centre in Edmonton.

The CPRA’s num-ber one ranking wasn’t the only thing that Pozzobon won as a result of his victory on the weekend. He also picked up a brand new 2012 Dodge car because his total score from Hanna and another rodeo in near-by Oyen, Alta. was tops amongst all bull riders who competed at both rodeos.

Pozzobon came within a whisker of also winning a truck at a Professional Bullriders Canada event in Lloydminster, Alberta one day earlier. The Merritt Secondary School graduate posted scores of 84.5 on Wrangler’s Rock of Ages and 89.5 on South of Heaven for a

two-ride total of 174 points, just 1.5 points back of winner and good friend Aaron Roy of Yellow Grass, Sask. who tallied 175.5 points.

Both Pozzobon and Roy will have little time to savour their victories on the week-end, or drive around their new toys, as both cowboys will rejoin the Built Ford Tough Series for the next two stops in Philadelphia, Penn. Oct. 5-7 and Columbus, Ohio Oct. 12-14. The two bull riders will also be Canada’s representa-tives at the PBR Finals in Las Vegas, Nev. from Oct. 24-28.

As if Pozzobon wasn’t busy enough, his mom reports that the budding entre-preneur has started up a T-shirt company with a friend from New Mexico, Randy Quartieri.

“Their company and brand is called Another Perfect Day,” says Leanne. “They’ve actually trademarked it, and have a website already.”

for games and who to sit out.

“Everything is key when it comes to picking a lineup each night: accountability, discipline, conditioning, practice performance. All those things weigh in.”

The Thanksgiving weekend sees the Cents head out on a three-games-in-three-nights road trip. They play in Powell River Friday, Alberni Valley Saturday

and Surrey on Sunday. Pierce feels the Island swing will be tough.

“The biggest thing I’ve noticed, looking over the boxscores, is that the officiating on the Island is a lot stiffer. A big thing is going to be discipline.”

Pierce went on to add, “It was nice to get the two wins on the weekend, but we can’t start getting ahead of ourselves.”

The Centennials next home game will be on Saturday, Oct.

13 when they host the Powell River Kings for the only time this season.

A LONG WAY FROM HOME

Merritt Centennials’ rookie defenseman Kevin Lohan hails all the way from Coal Spring Harbour, New York. This past weekend, some family members paid a visit. (From left to right) Kevin’s mom, Karen, his sister, Kyla, and his grandmother, Fran Minutella. Ian Webster/Herald

Cents headed to the IslandFrom Page 21

This Ain’t No Bull The Ty Pozzobon Report

By Ian WebsterTHE [email protected]

Merritt’s Ty Pozzobon (centre) receives the keys to his brand new 2012 Dodge Avenger, the prize for the top score in the bull riding events at the CPRA rodeos in Hanna and Oyen, Alta. Photo submitted

Bar Bender goes this weekendBy Ian WebsterTHE [email protected]

Bike fever hits the local trails this weekend as the Nicola Valley Dirt Riders Association hosts its biggest event of the year at the club’s competition site, located approximately 11 km up the Aberdeen Road in Lower Nicola.

Sunday, Oct. 7 will see over 100 top male and female riders com-peting in the Bar Bender Cross-Country Race, the final stop in the BC Off-Road Championship Series, run by the Pacific Northwest Motorcycle Association (PNWMA).

The Bar Bender will be a closed-course event, with racers of all ages and abilities competing for points in a total of 11 different classes. There will be an A expert level loop and a B novice level loop.

Expected to take part in the Bar Bender are the likes of Geoff Nelson in the Masters class and Bobby Proch-nau in the Expert category.

Local riders expected to participate include Allison Brown, Mat Selzler and Derek Colebank.

Sign-up for the Bar Bender takes place from 8 – 10 a.m. on Sunday at the race site, and is followed by a riders’ meeting at 10:30 a.m. Racing officially begins at 11 a.m. Cost is $40 per competitor. All par-ticipants must have a PN license.

Preceding the Bar Bender on Sunday, the NVDRA will be hosting a Thanksgiving weekend Poker Run/Family Ride on the Saturday at the same Aberdeen Road location.

According to NVDRA president Scott Deardon, the Poker Run is non-competitive and strictly for fun. That said, there will be plaques going down to 8th place for the best poker hands in each class, as well as some special lap prizes.

Sign-up for the Poker Run/Family Ride is from 8 – 10 a.m. on Saturday, also on site. The ride will get under-way at 11 a.m. and end at approximately 2 p.m.

Deardon states that Saturday will also be Food Bank Donation Day. All participants and spectators are encour-aged to bring along non-perishable items for the local food bank.

The Dirt Riders are still looking for more volunteers for the Thanksgiving weekend. Help is needed with setup and cleanup, as well as marshalling and course sweeping dur-ing the actual events. Anyone who is willing to help is asked to call Scott or Diana at 250-378-3502.

For more infor-mation on all of the Thanksgiving weekend activities, go to the Nicola Valley Dirt Riders Association website: nvdra.com

The Nicola Valley Dirt Riders’ Poker Run/Family Ride on Saturday and Bar Bender Cross-Country Race on Sunday will attract enthusiastic riders of all ages and abilities. Ian Webster/

Herald

COURTHOUSE GALLERY

The next show coming to the Courthouse Gallery is: “Earth, Fire, and Fibre II -Tradition with Innovation”.

The Nicola Valley Community Arts Council is proud to present multi-media artist, Cindilla Trent and free-form sculp-tor, John Yellowlees for the November show at the Courthouse Gallery.

The show runs October 29 through December 7. There will be a reception on November 3rd from 6-8 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

CURLING CLUB

If you are inter-ested in joining a curling league this year please call 250-378-4423.

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Dinner with silent auction and loonie auction at Lower Nicola Community Hall on Saturday,

Oct. 20. Doors open at 5 p.m. dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets avail-able through any NFT staff or board member or by calling 250-378-9222.

NICOLA VALLEY FILM

SOCIETY

Monday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the NVIT Lecture Theatre Showing “A Separation.” Rated: PG. Call 250-378-3974 for more info.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

The Rebekah Lodge will host their Chistmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Seniors Hall from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

MERRITT COUNTRY

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FAIR

Friday, Nov. 23, and Saturday, Nov. 24. Applications for tables and informa-tion call Charlotte 250-378-2290.

BETA SIGMA PHI

Beta Sigma Phi Christmas Fair Saturday, Nov. 3. For Tables call:

Diane 250-378-6925 or Debbie 250-378-5538.

MERRITT COMMUNITY

CHOIR

Choir is starting up again after the summer break. We welcome new voices to join us. Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at Collettville School (rear entrance off Birch Avenue) Phone Ellen at 250-378-9899 for more info.

NICOLA VALLEY

COMMUNITY ARTS

COUNCIL

Presents Lorne Elliott on Friday, Oct. 12. Lorne Elliott has a very special show of comedy and music, totally original, entertain-ing, uplifting and foolish enough to make everybody laugh. Along with his unique and wacky performance style, it is the timelessness of his material, joined with keen observa-tions of today’s trends that make his work so special.

Tickets can be purchased at Black’s Pharmacy, Baillie House or at the door. For further information call Kurt Christopherson at 250-378-4909.

WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Nicola Valley Women’s Institute Fall Fashion show, showing Tanjay and Alia clothing will be held Oct. 13 at the Merritt Senior Citizens Hall at 1 p.m. Free coffee and cookies to follow the show. Tickets can be bought by call-ing 250-378-2536 or 250-378-5225, or purchase them at the door.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Every second Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., “Merritt’s Women in Business” an informal network for entrepreneurial-minded women, meet at the Merritt Desert Inn. Oct. 10, Sandra Hobbs, Edwards Jones, talking about

women and investing. RSVP by emailing: [email protected] or call 250-378-5634.

JUNIOR CHOIR

For children aged 6 to 14 years who like to sing! Variety of music will be sung. For more info. call Linda at 250-378-4528 or Sharon at 250-315-1305.

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ASSOCIATION

The Association carpools to the Logan Lake course several times a month and would love to have you join them for this highly addictive and interesting sport.

If you do not have discs, do not worry as Merritt Disc Golf can provide you with a disc to get you started. Call Dean or Trish at 250-378-6697.

Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: [email protected]

Brownies Thursdays - 5:30 - 7 p.m. Central School - 250-378-8310Canadian Diabetes Association Once a month, 7 - 9 p.m. Trinity United Church Hall. Call Eva at 250-378-2897 or Gerry at 250-378-3716Canadian Mental Health Association - Merritt Clubhouse Wednesdays & Fridays: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1721 Coldwater Ave. (Teen Centre) across from MSS. 250-378-4878Central School Pac First Tuesday - 7 p.m. Lunchroom 250-378-4892Celebrate Recovery Meetings every Monday, 7:00 p.m. at New Life Fellowship, 1938 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-4534Community Choir Mondays - 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays - 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530Drop-In Volleyball

Mondays - 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-378-6212.Guides Mondays - 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-2281Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays, 6 - and 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays - 7 to 8:45 p.m. 2025 Granite Ave - 250-280-4040Lower Nicola Community Hall Card Games - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Call 250-378-9545 or 378-4732Merritt Curling Club For League Information 250-378-4423Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 or 250-378-4577Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday - 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-378-9788Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m. 250-378-2950Merritt Lions Club First & Third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Best Western - Han’s Golden Wok 250-378-9509

Merritt Moms Prenatal- Post Natal Support group. Open Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252Merritt Navy League Cadet Corp Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall Ages 9-13 welcome 250-378-2620Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday of the month 7 p.m. - Civic Centre 250-315-1082Merritt’s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851Nicola Naturalist Society Every Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.caN.V. 4-H Club Every Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-5028N.V. Community Band Tuesdays - 7 p.m - CMS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday of the month 7 p.m. at Garden Sushi Scott: 250-378-3502 www.nvdra.comN.V. Explorers Second Wednesday - NVIT # 1 - 7 p.m. 250-378-4476 or 250-378-4413N.V. Horseshoe Club Meetings

Wednesdays - 6 p.m. Smith Pioneer Park 250-378-5007 or 250-378-6980N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday - 2145 Quilchena Ave. 7 p.m. 250-378-5925N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday - 7 p.m. Phelan House - 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-4172N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday - 7 p.m. At the airport 250-378-6769 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. In member’s homes 250-378-2536One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays - 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911Pathfi nders Thursdays - 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775

Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month 1:30 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-9788Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles BakerySeniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays - 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539Sparks Mondays - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-8310Teen Centre Friday Nights - 4 to 9 p.m. 250-315-0248Toastmasters Club 3929 Tuesdays - 5 p.m. at the Merritt Library 250-378-5855Valley Visual Artists General club information contact: Bev Veale at 250-378-6001 Vintage Car Club - Merritt Chapter Second Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al (250-378-7402) Ted (250-378-4195)

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7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Oct. 4 - Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012

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Stain Glass by Almerina RizzardoAvailable at Creative Company2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC

Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813

• Stain Glass• Sun Catchers• Night Lights• Picture Frames

THE CHURCHES OFMERRITT WELCOME YOU

Crossroads Community Church2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911

Service Time: Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464

Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowshipin St. Michael's Church • 250-378-9899

Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic ChurchCorner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919

Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

Seventh Day Adventist Church2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-4061Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United ChurchCorner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735

Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.


MERRITT FUNERAL CHAPEL

Celebrate a memory

Call 250-378-2141to book an appointment

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday, FridayOn Call 24 Hours A Day

2113 Granite AvenueMerritt, BC

• Funeral Services• Cremation

•Burial•Monuments

c/o 3451 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. V1K 1C6Contact: 250-280-4040

Symptoms of GriefOverwhelming sadness.

Inability to sleep, lack of appetite.

Lack of desire to do anything, forgetfulness.

Irritability, inability to concentrate.

Hospice SocietyMerritt & District

Jamie SmithWith great sadness we announce the passing of Jamie Smith. Jamie passed away Tuesday Sept. 25 due to an accidental drowning while doing what he loved most, shing. Jamie’s passions also included hunting and black labs. His love and knowledge of the outdoors was known by all that knew him. He had many great friends who over the years have shared great times with him. He was well loved and respected, and will be missed by all. As a husband, dad, grandpa, uncle and friend his legacy of love will stay with us always.

Born in Kamloops and raised both at Kamloops and Hef ey Lake Fishing Camp where he was also known as Jamie sh. As an adult he owned and operated Salmon Lake Fish Camp for 25 years. Upon his move to Vernon in 1991 he became a respected realtor for the next 15 years. His desire to live on a lake again leads him to White Lake, where he built his dream home and retired.

Jamie was pre-deceased by his father Hebe Smith and mother Mona (Laidlaw) and most recently his daughter Tina Smith. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Debra Smith, daughter Nicole Currie (Shaun) grandchildren Georgia, Caralynn and Ben Currie, Kathrine and Paige Smith. Mother and father in law, Brian and Hetty Corke. Jamie’s nephew Mick Murphy, who shared with him the love of the outdoors, hunting and shing. He also has a niece another nephew and many cousins from both the Laidlaw and Smith side of the family.

As per Jamie’s wishes there will not be a service, a celebration of his life, will be held in the future.

Online condolences can be sent through Jamie’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral Service, Salmon Arm, BC

Canadian Tire is seeking Full-Time & Part-Time

Automotive Garage & Counter Help for our busy parts department and a

full & part time Cashiers who thrive in a fast paced Team Environment.

If you enjoy working as a team player and in a friendly environment,

this employment opportunity is for you.

Please drop off your resume to 2761 Forksdale Ave., Merritt, BC

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE

Looking for a new career? How about a secure and steady job

with our Home Decor team?

Open 7 days a week30 - 40 hrs./week

Skills:• Computer Literate• Customer Service Experience• General Math skills• Bondable• Point of Sale Knowledge

Join the team by contacting:[email protected]

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however only those individuals selected for

interviews will be contacted.

RELIEF SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANTApplications are invited for the position of Relief Special Education Assistant with School District No. 58. (Nicola-Similkameen) in Merritt.

Applicants for relief Special Education Assistants will work with special needs student(s) in various schools in the District. Qualifi cation requirements will vary subject to the needs of the student(s).

The district has a high percentage of First Nations and other multicultural students and so being sensitive to cultural diversities would be an asset.

Application forms are available at the School Board Offi ce, 1550 Chapman Street, or you can apply on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Jobs, Support Positions, Job Postings, listed under Job Code # 377463. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until October 12, 2012. Please forward to:

Attn: Secretary TreasurerSchool District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen)

P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St.Merritt, BC V1K 1B8Fax: (250) 378-6263

Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58(NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

Employment

Business Opportunities

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OWNER RETIRING. Heating Service Business for sale, 3400 clients, $20k inventory. Campbell River, BC. Call Alan at (250)480-6700.

Career Opportunities

ATTENTION Loggers! D&J Is-ley and Sons Contracting Ltd. of Grande Prairie, AB. is look-ing for a Skidding and Pro-cessing Contractor. Potential Multi-Year Contract in the Fort St John area. Camp accom-modations available. For fur-ther details, please call Daniel @ (780)814-4331 or email [email protected]

Caretakers/Residential Managers

Need a full time live in caregiv-er for an elderly couple. Should be able to live and work at our home.$10.50 per hour, room and board $325/per month, non/smoker. Please call 250-378-4315 for appointment.

Funeral Homes

Employment

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

DRIVERS WANTED: Terrifi c career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!!

Extensive Paid Travel, MealAllowance, 4 wks. Vacation &

Benefi ts Package.Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License with air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED.

Apply at www.sperryrail.comunder careers, keyword Driver DO NOT FILL IN CITY or STATE

Help Wanted

R.M.S. Holdings Ltd (Bob’s Mini Mart) Merritt, B.C

requires a Full Time Cook.

Specializing in cooking and preparing complete

range of Indian style food including: curries,

veggie dishes and other traditional dishes.

Salary $13/hour, 40 hrs/week, room and board

provided. Applicants must have 3 to 5 years experience in Indian cooking. Workplace

language is Punjabi but applicants must have

basic English reading and speaking abilities.

Please email resumes [email protected]

FULL TIME DRIVER REQUIREDClean drivers abstract,

Class 1 preferred but not necessary.

Call for appointment 250-525-0275

Funeral Homes

Employment

Help WantedAn Alberta Construction Com-pany is hiring Dozer and Exca-vator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfi eld road and lease construction. Lodg-ing and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Con-struction at 780-723-5051.

BANNISTER AUTO GROUPIf you are energetic, creative and motivated and have the desire to join a “Customer First Family”, then we should invite you to come grow with us. We are one of Western Canada’s fasted growing automotive companies. We have an open-ing at our GM store in Vernon for Sales Manager. Interested in joining our team? Contact Darryl Payeur @ 1-888-410-5761 or email resume to [email protected] Bannister GM Vernon, Bannister GM Ed-son, Bannister Honda Vernon, Browns GM Dawson Creek, Champion GM Trail, Huber-Bannister Chevrolet Penticton, Salmon Arm GM Salmon Arm.

Obituaries

Employment

Help WantedFINISHING OPERATOR & GRADEMAN. Op exp’d for Track Hoe, Skid Steer, Dozer and/or Grader. Min 5 yrs. 403-250-8868

Full-time Logging Danglehead Processor Operator needed immediately for the Vernon area. 1-2 yrs experience a must. Fax resume to 250-542-3587 or email: [email protected].

Merritt Senior Citizens Association Hall

1675 Tutill Court, Box 2935 Merritt BC

250-378-3763Janitor Plus weekly and

monthly duties needed. List of requirements available at the hall. Or phone for more infor-

mation. Closing date Oct. 15, 2012

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Alpha Design is seeking a permanent Full-time Shipper/Receiver person. This posi-tion has potential for growth and offers many exciting new learning opportunities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:• Receiving all incoming product, verifying quantities and prices• Make hydraulic hoses• Deliveries to various companies in the area

Requirements:• Computer pro ciency required as candidate will use several computer programs combined with shipping duties. • Applicant must be detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and demonstrate leadership skills.

Additional Comments:Job requires some heavy lifting and the ability to operate a forklift.

Please email resume to: [email protected]

LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL

Position: Sub Bus Driver’s

Quali cations: • Class 4 Drivers License for Head Start and a Class 1 or 2 License for School Buses • Experience working with Children

Start: ASAPEnd: June 30, 2013Salary: NegotiableDeadline: October 11, 2012Mandatory: Criminal Records Check and Submit a Drivers Abstract

Interested Candidates please submit resume to:

Angie Sterling, Principal email: [email protected] Horn Road • Merritt, BCV1K-1M9 • Ph# 250-378-5527

LOWER NICOLA BAND SCHOOL

Position: Sub Bus Driver’s

Quali cations: • Class 4 Drivers License for Head Start and a Class 1 or 2 License for School Buses • Experience working with Children

Start: ASAPEnd: June 30, 2013Salary: NegotiableDeadline: October 11, 2012Mandatory: Criminal Records Check and Submit a Drivers Abstract

Interested Candidates please submit resume to:

Angie Sterling, Principal email: [email protected] Horn Road • Merritt, BCV1K-1M9 • Ph# 250-378-5527

The successful applicant will undertake duties associated with the Upper Nicola Band (UNB) in the Community Services Department.

Employment Dates: Permanent beginning on or about October 29, 2012. Rate of Pay: Commensurate with level of education and experience.

Duties include:Provide assessment and treatment services to • children and their families and offer consultative services to community agencies.To demonstrate strong clinical skills in assessment, • formulation, and treatment with an ability to utilize exible strategies for engaging and working with children, youth, families and community systemsTo demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork • and openness

Quali cations:M.S.W. or B.S.W. with minimum two years experience• Demonstrated ability to work independently with • families and individualsDemonstrated ability to formulate individual and • family treatment/wellness plansExperience in collaborating, consulting and referrals • to programs and/or agenciesFamiliarity with a range of evidence based treatment • modalities and approachesStrong organizational and interpersonal skills• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain • appropriate record keeping systems.Drivers license and own transportation.•

Send current resume and cover letter to:Martin Gertsmar, Director of Operations,

Box 3700 Merritt BC, V1K 1B8 or in person at the UNB Health Of ce, Band Of ce

or by fax 250-378-6361 or email [email protected].

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4:00 pm Friday, Oct. 19, 2012.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

Job Posting

FAMILY THERAPIST Nooaitch Band requires a motivated and ca-

reer-minded Economic Development Of cerresponsible for the planning, management and oversight of the activities and opera-tions of Nooaitch’s Economic Development programs and initiatives for business reten-tion, promotion, marketing, and expansion.

Responsibilities shall include the coordina-tion of assigned activities with other depart-ments and outside agencies, maintaining regular contact with the public in situations that require tact and judgment, representing Nooaitch in negotiations and mediations; and providing general assistance and sup-port to the Administrator.

Nooaitch offers competitive salary pack-ages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. A full Job Analysis and Description is offered on re-quest. Only those applicants who meet the quali cations will be contacted. Deadline for applying is October 26, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m.

Quali ed applicants should send resumes and a cover letter outlining 3 Economic De-velopment ideas that could turn into viable projects at Nooaitch.

Attention:Larry Frank ThomasAdministrator – Nooaitch Band2954 Shackelly RoadMerritt, BC V1K 1N9Fax: 250-378-3699Email: [email protected]

Job Posting Economic Development Of cer

Emcon Services Inc., a Road and Bridge Mainte-nance Contractor based in Merritt, B.C. is seek-ing applications for an Administrative/Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk position in our Merritt of- ce. This position requires an individual who can handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy and complex of ce environment, as well as, pos-sess strong administrative skills, excellent verbal and written skills, be well organized and have sol-id computer experience and knowledge. Experi-ence with Microsoft Of ce (Excel, Word, Access) would be an asset.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not lim-ited to general of ce/clerical duties such as typ-ing, data entry for Accounts Payable and Payroll, ling, telephone reception and client/customer referrals. This position requires above average at-tention to detail, accuracy and con dentiality.

We require the individual to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

As this position requires operation of Company Vehicles, please include a driver’s abstract in your Application along with relevant education and experience.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted and hiring is subject to pre-employment drug testing.

Please mail, fax or e-mail resumes by October 9, 2012.

No phone calls please

HR ManagerEmcon Services Inc.#105-1121 McFarlane WayMerritt, B.C. V1K 1C2Fax: 250-378-4106E-mail: [email protected]

Administrative/Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk

Merritt, BC

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ASHCROFT MINING DIVISION

Looking for a Career? This might be for you.

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc., is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S. Our dynamic company is looking for someone interested in a career in Operations Management to join our team as Operations Supervisor for our Mining Division in Ashcroft, BC.

Arrow offers: • Growth potential • Training and Development • Competitive compensation & benefits package

We are looking for:

• A team player with excellent communication and people skills.

• Strong in a high paced operations environment. • Strong organizationally. • Detailed orientated and self motivated. • Dedicated to learn and grow within our

organization. • Ability to quickly assess an ever changing

environment and make decisions that financially optimize division operations.

Please send resume in confidence to: Lisa Savage, Director of People Systems, 710 Laval Crescent, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5P3 Fax: (250) 314-1750, email: [email protected]

Employment

Help WantedRetail Store Supervisor req’d. Sal:$17.00/hr. 40hr./wk. Full-time, Pmt. 1-2 yrs. exp. Duties: Supervise and co-ordinate sales staff and cashiers, Resolve customer complaints, Supply shortages, Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters, Maintain sales records for inventory, Hire and train new sales staff. Lang: English. Contact: Paul from McCracken Station Pub & Liquor Store in Kamloops, BC. Apply at: [email protected] or (778)471-6301

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Here are some interesting facts about feet:

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NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W0355

Please be advised that Coldwater Indian Band is proposing to remove 63 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence W0355 located in the vicinity of Indian Reserve 2 Midday Creek.

Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Ron Aljam, Coldwater Indian Band 2249 Quilchena Avenue P.O. Box 4600 Merritt B.C. V1K 1B8 by October 18, 2012.

Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to.

Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Ron Aljam, phone contact 250-378-6174

Real Estate

Real Estate

MERRITT1988 Quillchena Ave.,

Merritt, BCOct. 2, 2012

Applications are now being accepted for apartments, suites and houses. Many

assorted units coming available.

Call for more info onthese units and others call

250-378-1996Direct line to the PropertyManagement Department

Call for all of your Residentialor Commercial Property

Management needs!

MERRITT REAL ESTATESERVICES

Property Manager: Lynda Etchart

3 bdrm/2bath house on the Bench. $1100 plus utilities.

4 bdrm house on the Bench. $1200 plus utilities.



Gorgeous home on Nicola Lake. $1500 plus utilities.

1 bdrm house. $650 plus utilities.

3 bdrm / 2 bath house. $850 plus utilities.

2 bdrm/1 bath house. $750 plus utilities.

2 bdrm trailer in Lower Nicola Trailer Park. $750 plus utilities

2 bdrm Sandpiper. $750 plus hydro ( X 2)

2 bdrm basement suite. $850 inc utilities.

1 bedroom Apt. $575 incl utilities.

Bachelor Apt. $475 plus hydro.

1 bdrm Apt $575 plus hydro

2 bdrm Apt. $600 plus hydro.

2 bdrm triplex. $750 inc. utilities

1 bdrm bsmnt suite on the Bench. $660 inc. utilities

Small 1 bdrm duplex. $575 inc. utilities.

2 bdrm basement suite. $675 inc. utilities

3 bdrm fourplex. $750 plus utilities.

2 bdrm in Sixplex in Lower Nicola. $570 inc. utilities.

Rentals

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Riverbend Seniors Community Kamloops (55+) 2bdr. suite $1700/mo., river view, spa-cious, wheelchair friendly, many extras. [email protected] 1(604)408-1023 Vancouver

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

FOR RENT 2 BED APARTMENTAvailable immediately.

$720/month incl. heat & laundry.Newly reno’ed units“Clapperton Manor”

2775 Clapperton Ave.New owner/manager

250-315-8340

Homes for Rent

NICOLA APARTMENTS

Under new management.

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5 bdrm, 3 full bath, big garage quiet new are. $1350 + utilities. 250-378-1997

Rooms for RentAvail immed. room $450 (DD req.) util incl. Bench area, common use of laundry & kitchen 250-315-5236

Suites, Lower2 bdrm basement suite. Available Oct. 1. $800/mon. util. included. 250-378-62952 bdrm suite, brand new, nev-er been lived in, available Nov. 1st, $900 + util. No smoking or pets. 250-315-35483 bdrm basement suite for rent. $750 plus 1/2 util. N/S, No parties. 250-299-3710

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SOLID WOOD STORE AT CITY FURNITURE

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Made in BC

At True North Furniture Co., we combine a reverence for handwork with progres-sive use of tools and modern technology, our efforts bring about value that can speak with authority not found in decoration; furniture that celebrates the natural beauty of wood and is crafted for a long, useful life.

Our designs are not refl ections of transient fashions but rather, they are our own labour of love as they are infl uenced by craftsmen and designers of the past. Work-ing with proportional spatial patterns, sequences of joints and surface levels, bal-anced use of straight and curved lines, we bring you timeless pieces that have relevance across cultures and style movements.

Specializing in: Solid Pine & Solid Maple

Tall Bookcase with 2 Doors26W x 72H x 13D

Harlequin Cabinet 2 x 622W x 15D x 52H

Washstand36W x 19D x 36H

36” Slat Bench36W x 18D x 40H (Shown)

44W x 18D x 40H

Deluxe Coffee Table with 2 Go-Thru Drawers Plus Work

Surface Go-Thru 50W x 26D x 18H

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No HST on all solid wood furniture.No HST on all solid wood furniture.

Hours:Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 6 pm, Sat.: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm,

Closed Sundays

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