Bears wake up from winter sleep
With temperatures increasing and the winter thaw well underway throughout the Nicola Valley, Merrittonians are reminded to do their part in being “bear aware.”
Category: Province
Highway 8 construction update
Highway 8 from Merritt to Spences Bridge was one of the roadways that was hit hard by the flooding event back in November 2021. As of now, there is still no access to the highway but a recent report shows that significant progress has been made.
Backroads remain closed across the Thompson Okanagan region
In a recent press release by BC Gov News, it states backcountry roads closed in October 2021 across the Thompson Okanagan region will remain closed.
BC Nurses rally in Victoria
Nurses across BC gathered in front of the BC Legislature in Victoria on Tuesday, May 10. The rally these healthcare workers are participating in aims to bring awareness to nursing issues that the province is facing.
Gateway 286 receives $1 million in provincial funding
The Province awarded a $1 million rural development grant to the Scw’exmx Tribal Council for the Gateway 286 project.
Merritt receives a $500,000 economic development grant
The Province of BC is awarding Merritt a $500,000 grant related to economic recovery for communities that were affected by the flooding.
Province awards $1 million towards planned new meat processing facility
A series of rural development grants administered by the Province of BC will see the local Small Scale Meat Producers Association (SSMPA) receive $1 million to aid in the construction of a community abattoir.
Plans for new NVIT campus move forward
Plans are moving forward for a new Indigenous centre that will move the current NVIT Burnaby campus.
‘Help BC Nurses’ campaign wants to highlight nurse shortage
The British Columbia Nurses Union (BCNU) is shedding light on the challenges faced by those working in healthcare, and hopes to increase awareness and support for the mental health of BC’s nurses with its Help BC Nurses campaign.
BCNU hosts ‘Vigil to Heal Healthcare’
The BC Nurses’ Union hosted the ‘Vigil to Heal Healthcare’ on Monday, May 9. Nurses, first responders, and families of patients gathered in Victoria’s Confederation Garden Court to share the grief they’ve experience through the tumultuous past few years.
BC Mining Month: “Changing Mines, Changing Minds”
The Province of British Columbia and Mining Association of British Columbia (MABC) have announced that May is officially BC Mining Month, which looks to celebrate and recognize the contributions of the mining industry on communities across the province, and its role in reducing carbon emissions.
ICBC makes changes to cyclists policy
ICBC is changing its policy on when vehicles charge cyclists, pedestrians, and other active transportation users for damages where they are party responsible.
City of Merritt receives flood mitigation funding
The City of Merritt will receive $329,000 in flood mitigation funding from the provincial government, a move both parties are hopeful will better prepare the community for future freshets and weather events.
Province and Small Scale Meat address Avian Flu spread on poultry
The BC Ministry of Agriculture & Food has issued a general order under the Animal Health Act stating all live poultry in commercial operations must be maintained indoors until May 13, placing some small-scale producers in limbo.
BC records all time high toxic drug deaths 18 months in a row
Over 150 British Columbians lost their lives to toxic drugs for the 18th consecutive month, according to the new preliminary data from the BC Coroners Service.
BC increases cancer coverages for firefighters
The Province of BC will now recognize three more cancers to the already existing list of 13 that firefighters are at risk of developing.
Helicopter operation to remove flooding debris underway
BC’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy has released an information bulletin advising that helicopter operations to clear debris from local waterways are ongoing, a move they hope will expedite the process of clearing the over 270 pieces of large debris identified in BC’s interior.
Climate change issue prevalent now more than ever in BC
This year’s recognition of Earth Day and its theme of “Invest in Our Planet” feels more relevant than ever, especially for those in communities impacted by climate catastrophes such as November’s flooding.
Fortis BC reminds Merrittonians to call before they dig
Spring is in the air, and FortisBC is reminding British Columbians to dig with care.
Mayor Brown praised as “Community Hero” at Vancouver Canucks game
Merritt Mayor Linda Brown was hailed as a “Community Hero” at Rogers Arena as the Vancouver Canucks took on the San Jose sharks this past weekend.
