Birds of a feather
On Saturday January 14, members of NatureKids BC Merritt Chapter met up for their second annual Kids Winter Bird Count.
Category: Friends and Neighbours
Running for ‘Kraft Hockeyville’
Merritt has a shot at being one of those winners, with the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena (NVMA) only in need of a few more nomination stories to officially be in the running before entries close.
ICS’ snow removal program
Seniors in the community are benefiting from a snow removal service, operated by Interior Community Services (ICS) through United Way, amidst a cold snap that has seen plenty of snowfall.
Thank you to the kind people of Merritt
Kindness is a very powerful act, no matter how big or small, and I am so proud to live in a community that has it in spades.
Nicola Valley Food Bank receives multiple donations
The jolly man in the red suit, Saint Nick himself, along with employees of a local pipeline contractor donated hundreds of toys and thousands of dollars to the Nicola Valley and District Food Bank’s Christmas hamper program.
Community Christmas Dinner returns to Merritt
The Community Christmas Dinner took place on Wednesday, December 14. This marks the return of the annual community event after the fires, floods, and the COVID 19 pandemic.
Hospice Society decorates Nicola Valley Hospital for Christmas
Holiday cheer and lights aplenty were present at the Nicola Valley Hospital last week, as volunteers with the Merritt & District Hospice Society decked the halls for nurses, doctors, and patients alike.
The third annual Christmas dinner delivery
The third annual Christmas dinner invites people to order someone else a meal for Christmas. For $30, a person can buy someone a dinner meal for Christmas day, which will be delivered by volunteers on their behalf.
Smile Cookies proceeds donated to the local food bank
On, Tuesday, December 6, Tim Hortons Merritt presented a cheque to the Nicola Valley Food Bank for the proceeds of their Smile Cookie sales this past September.
Hub Insurance facilitates donation to Merritt Curling Club
Representatives of HUB International Insurance Merritt presented a cheque for $6000 to the Merritt Curling Club on November 28, on behalf of Wawanesa Insurance.
New funding for BCICF
The B.C. Interior Community Foundation (BCICF) announced that they will be receiving $400,000 in government funding to help support charities, non-profits and Indigenous Governing Bodies.
Merritt Curling Club raises money for its facility
On November 19, the Merritt Curling Club hosted a fundraising dinner at the Grand Pub & Grill to raise money for the curling centre.
Ska-Lu-La receives cheque from Save-On Foods
On Monday, November 21, Ska-Lu-La Workshop received $700 from Save-On Foods for their 2022 Firewood Sale.
MSS hosts Cold Weather Shelter Clothing Drive
In 2019, Merritt Secondary School (MSS) teacher Shelly Moorehead began the Cold Weather Shelter Clothing Drive for grads to give back to the community. This year, the tradition continues with the 2023 Grad Class is beginning the drive.
Home Based Business Market donates to local thrift shop
The market donated the fees from its most recent event to the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary Thrift Shop. The amount will now be added to help the local healthcare services in the community.
Highlights from ‘Thank Your Neighbour Day’
Thank Your Neighbour Day was held at the Merritt Civic Centre on November 19, commemorating the one year anniversary of the devastating flooding in the City of Merritt, and across the southern interior of B.C.
Animal Food Bank to open a branch in Merritt
In their effort to further expand their services, the Animal Food Bank now looks to begin operations in Merritt.
Love to Dance thanks volunteers behind ‘Elements’
The show features performances from 63 dancers. With a project that huge, the academy really leans on the help of volunteers to make it possible.
Conayt runs support group for men
The Men’s support group, or Men’s Warrior Circle, is a program by Conayt that was started up in March of this year. Its aim is to provide a safe environment for men to discuss their life struggles and the challenges they face in finding their way back in society.
Nicola Valley Community Garden Society introduces new seed exchange program
Members of the Nicola Valley Community Garden Society recently announced their new seed exchange program, including the installation of a brightly coloured seed exchange box at the Nicola Valley Community Garden on Reid Avenue.
