International Women’s Day was celebrated around the world on Sunday, March 8, and the Nicola Valley honoured its own women of recognition at a get-together at the Hall of Fame building on Quilchena Avenue. In the March 5 edition of the Herald, we spotlighted this year’s local nominees, however, we regret that two nominees were absent from the list. Congratulations to Bailee Allen and Jill Starrs who join the list of incredible women of the Nicola Valley!
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BC Wildfire Service is warning of visible smoke in the area of Shackan Indian Reserve throughout the rest of March.
A prescribed burn of up to 30 hectares in multiple locations is scheduled to begin later this week, with the exact timing depending on weather and site conditions. Burning will proceed if conditions are suitable and allow for smoke dispersal during burn operations, though smoke may also linger in the following days.
The burn is part of a
three-year project that began in the spring of 2025, which will cover a total of 75 hectares.
This burn will take place on Shackan IR #11, located about 30 kilometres southeast of Spences Bridge, adjacent to
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With Merritt on the cusp of expansion, the city is preparing for a new, affordable housing project for all indigenous communities and low-income families.
T he Conayt Friendship Society held a land
blessing ceremony on March 6 at 1799 Menzies Street before construction officially kicked off for the project the following Monday.
The 50-unit project is estimated to be completed by September 2027, with first preference to be given to the existing
tenants of Conayt Friendship Society.
“I am beyond thrilled to see this happening. The building will stand here with the blessings of our ancestors,” said Betty Ann McDonnell, president of the Conayt Friendship Society.
During the land blessing
ceremony, a few Elders of the community said a prayer and performed the traditional song and drumming. They then took one final lap of the existing structures on the property before being pulled down. The doors and windows of those structures will be
“There will be a total of 50 units consisting of one, two and three bedrooms. We will have several accessible units as well,” said Anita Dumont, facilities and housing manager for the Conayt Friendship Society.
At the ceremony, Conayt Friendship Society’s founder Victor York was fondly remembered, who passed away in 2022.
Executive director Hyrum Peterson recalled of York: “He used to always say, ‘think of the next seven generations in every work you do’. This facility will be used by all indigenous communities as well as low-income families.”
Peterson revealed that some artifacts were
discovered at the construction site, validating the presence of the la nd’s past ancestors.
“We found an artifact here. We also recovered a 3-centimetre wide and 6-centimetre long
arrowhead, which could be around 4,000 years old. We are going to have a team of archeologists to check for any other artifacts that we can recover when the construction begins.”
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A bill aimed at harsher punishments for intimate partner violence has taken its next step towards becoming law, six months after it was first introduced to the House of Commons by KamloopsThompson-Nicola MP Frank Caputo.
Bill C-225, also known as ‘Bailey’s Law,’ was introduced in response to the tragic murder of Bailey McCourt, who was killed by her former intimate partner just hours after he was found guilty. The bill has now been unanimously passed at the committe stage, something Caputo said is “a crucial step forward in strengthening the legal response to intimate p artner violence.”
If successful in passing through the House, the bill would create new offences for the assault and harassment of a partner.
It also includes:
- A reverse onus for individuals placed on peace bonds, requiring them to demonstrate why additional restrictions are not necessary;
- Classifies the murder of an intimate partner as first degree murder when
there is a history of coercive control;
- Creates a new criminal offence of violence against an intimate partner;
- Increases sentencing ranges for offences involving intimate partner violence;
- Extends the allowable time for law enforcement to hold seized evidence to streamline evidence detention.
“I want to thank my colleagues on the Status of Women Committee for their dedication to this bill, and all Members of Parliament for their continued support,” said Caputo.
“I look forward to advancing this legislation as it moves through the parliamentary process.”
The promotion of the bill to the next step towards law comes just one week before the next court date set for Christopher Jarvis, who is accused of the second-degree murder of his wife Pamela Jarvis in their Merritt home last December.
“I hope that all parliamentarians help this bill get to the Senate as quickly as possible. I will continue working hard to make this a reality,” said Caputo.
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What does it feel like to have balanced blood sugar?
Most people describe it the same way: steady energy throughout the day, a stable mood, clear thinking, and feeling comfortably satisfied after meals instead of constantly
searching for the next snack. When blood sugar is balanced, you avoid the roller coaster of spikes and crashes that can leave you tired, irritable, shaky, or craving sweets.
Our bodies are designed to keep blood sugar within a healthy range. When we eat whole foods that digest slowly, energy is released gradually. But when we regularly eat foods that cause rapid spikes, the body has to work harder to bring those levels back down. Over time, this cycle can strain the system and contribute to long-term health concerns.
Balanced blood sugar supports overall wellness. It helps maintain steady energy, supports healthy weight
management, and reduces stress on organs such as the pancreas. Many people also notice fewer afternoon energy crashes and better concentration when their meals are balanced. Children, too, often learn and focus better when their blood sugar is steady.
Certain foods tend to spike blood sugar quickly, especially when eaten on their own. Five common examples include:
• Sugary drinks such as soda, sweetened coffee, or energy drinks
• White refined flour baked goods
• Candy and sweets
• Low fiber, high sugar breakfast cereals
• Potato chips and snack foods
These foods digest rapidly, sending sugar quickly into the bloodstream ~ often followed by a crash.
On the other hand, foods rich in fiber, healthy fats,
and protein help slow digestion and keep blood sugar steadier. Helpful choices include:
• Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and cabbage
• Nuts and seeds such as almonds or peanuts
• Beans and lentils, even convenient canned varieties
• Whole grains like oats, quinoa, barley, or brown rice
• Protein foods such as eggs, cottage cheese, tofu, tuna, or sardines
The goal is not perfection but balance. PAIRING carbohydrates with protein, fiber, or healthy fats can make a big difference in how the body processes food. Take a look at your grocery basket — that’s where small changes can begin. When we nourish ourselves with steady, whole foods, our bodies often respond with something we all want more of: calm energy, balanced moods, and a lasting sense of well-being.
I am writing to you as a concerned resident of Summerland, British Columbia, in the Okanagan Lake West—South Kelowna riding, which is represented by Dan Albas.
With the permanent shutdown of Weatheradio Canada scheduled for March 16, I urge immediate action to reverse or delay this decision in the interest of public safety.
Weatheradio Canada has delivered reliable, non-Internet-dependent severe weather alerts and forecasts v ia dedicated VHF transmitters for nearly 50 years. In our region—prone to wildfires, extreme storms, flooding, and power outages—this service is a proven lifeline.
During events like the 2021 Okanagan wildfires or
recent winter storms, cell networks and Internet often fail due to overload, damage or remoteness, leaving communities without critical warnings.
Battery-powered weather radios ensure alerts reach people regardless of electricity or cellular availability. Environment and Climate Change Canada has cited rising maintenance costs and “more viable alternatives” (such as Alert Ready or apps), but they depend on infrastructure that frequently collapses in disasters.
Eliminating Weatheradio removes a vital backup system at a time when climate-driven hazards are intensifying across British Columbia.
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Riley Hanon Summerland, B.C.
Merritt RCMP would like to return to the number of jail guards it once had available to watch over prisoners at the police station’s cells.
The detachment employs three full-time jail guards, but could use more than the two spares currently on hand.
“I would like to have five to seven spares to work at the detachment,” said Staff Sgt. Sheila White, noting the detachment has had that many in years past. “We’re actively recruiting for guards and because of the volume of prisoners that we have in Merritt we need a compliment of guards that can fill the various shifts that we have.”
Police officers act as jail guards in the absence of a guard, White told the Herald. Spare guards receive shifts to fill the gap when full-timers cannot make a shift.
One of those spares is Rusty Brewer, who has worked as a jail guard for the past 14 years.
“This is not a job where you just walk in and sit on your butt for eight hours,” Brewer told the police committee at the last meeting.
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 494 of the Local Government Act, the follow ing proposed Retail Cannabis Store Application will be presented to the City of Merritt Council for consideration at the Regular Meeting of the Council scheduled on March 24, 2026.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
ADDRESS: 108 – 1700 Garcia Street, Merritt (Railyard Mall)
APPLICANT: One Plant (Retail) Corp.
PURPOSE: To provide recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) for the proposed retail cannabis store
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The subject property is zoned for C6 – City Centre Zone. Retail Cannabis Sales is a permitted Principal Use in C6 Zone. A report was presented to Council at the Regular Council Meeting of February 24, 2026. The recording of the meeting can be viewed at www.youtube.com/cityofmerrittmeetings.
PROVIDE INPUT: Input is welcome during the Public Hearing portion of the Regular Council meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6.00 pm in the Council Chamber at 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC. Speak in person by signing up at the meeting, or by providing a written submission to the Corporate Officer at info@merritt.ca prior to noon, March 20, 2026, or by mail to the Corporate Officer, City of Merritt, PO Box 189, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8, to be received before the conclusion of the meeting.
Please note that Council will not receive further submissions from the public concerning this application after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. It is the responsibility of the submitter to ensure that materials are received prior to the close of the Public Hearing.
MORE INFORMATION: A copy of the proposed application may be viewed Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and 1:15 pm to 4:30 pm at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt BC, starting March 12, 2026, until March 24, 2026.
Pursuant to sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter, the City of Merritt hereby gives notice of its intention to dispose, by way of lease, of Lot 1 Airport Road legally described as PID: 003-084-141 Lot A District Lot 121 of Sections 23 and 24 Township 91 Kamloops Division Yale District Plan 33801 Except Plans 37919, KAP 70265, KAP 77831, and KAP 92967, as shown on the map. The lessee intends to build airport hangers on the land.
The disposition of the land is by way of lease to Mike King, RMP Construction, for a term of 5 years with renewal options in 5 year increments for a total of 40 years. The rent is $20,254 annually for the initial term.
QUESTIONS? Contact Dave Zakall, Director of Community Services: dzakall@merritt.ca or 250-378-4224.
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Merritt RCMP are investigating after a fatal collision between a dirt bike and an SUV in Lower Nicola.
Police were called to the scene on Highway 8 at approximately 5:30p.m. on March 3, where it was reported that the driver of a dirt bike had been tossed after striking an SUV.
the dirt bike rider with critical injuries and immediately performed life-saving measures, though the rider was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the SUV was treated on-scene for minor injuries and released. The identity of the deceased is yet to be released.
Highway 8 was closed immediately following the incident to allow the
Analysis and Reconstruction Service to examine the scene, and stayed closed until around 3a.m. the following morning.
No criminality is expected in the incident, and police are not releasing any more information at this time.
Anyone who may have more information or dash cam footage is asked to contact Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262.
JOSH DAWSON Castanet
Faculty and students at Thompson Rivers University are worried about the future of several academic services geared toward helping learners as the university continues to slash its budget.
Universities across Canada have seen international enrolment fall off a cliff due to federal immigration policy changes.
TRU has shed more than 10 per cent of its workforce in the last 15 months due to cuts associated with the 26-per-cent drop. The layoffs are ongoing, and the university has said it expects to slash as much as $25 million from next year’s budget.
Jenna Goddard, senior coordinator of TRU’s writing centre, told Castanet several faculty coordinators in the faculty of student development have planned sabbaticals and retirements, and they haven’t heard of any plans to backfill those positions.
As it stands, she said those vacancies will mean five academic services won’t be offered in the 2026-27 academic year.
Those include vacancies in the intercultural learning, supplemental learning, and the assessment centre due to retirements, the writing centre due to a sabbatical, and peer academic coaching due to both, according to Goddard.
But TRU president Dr. Airini said it’s too early to tell if that will be the case, and no decisions have been made yet on the future of those services.
“That is not a given, we don’t know that,” she said. “It’s premature to have that stated when we haven’t actually finished the discussions that need to be had.”
Airini said the university is making “good progress” on its financial position. She said every faculty and unit at TRU will need to look at its available resources to decide how to allocate them most effectively.
She said usual practice during a sabbatical is to have other faculty members take on their colleague’s duties, otherwise a hold is placed on their work.
“It’s for those members within the faculty of student development to pull together to support the colleague, because we actually want to see sabbaticals taken, and it’s in our collective agreement,” Airini said.
Goddard said that arrangement wouldn’t be possible in the departments that are seeing retirements.
“These services and academic supports are kind of like one-person departments, so we are seeing the implications for when one person retires, that means the support is disappearing,” she said.
Goddard said faculty have been told by their interim dean “there is no appetite in continuing supplemental learning” or backfilling any of the other retirements.
TRU is projected to end this year with a balanced budget. It’s made $30 million in permanent budget reductions since fall 2024, and another $18 to $21 million will be needed to balance next year’s budget.
MICHAEL POTESTIO Castanet
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is preparing to ask voters to approve borrowing $6.3 million to build a permanent headquarters for Kamloops Search a nd Rescue.
The regional district and City of Kamloops are partnering to build a $9.45 million joint firehall-KSAR base on a property on Devick Road in Rayleigh. KSAR would operate and be funded for 75 per cent of the building, while a Kamloops Fire Rescue firehall would take up the remaining quarter.
At its regular meeting on Thursday, TNRD directors voted unanimously in favour of new bylaws establishing KSAR as a regional search and rescue service and taking the $6.3-million plan to AAP. Until now, the regional district has funded KSAR only via grants.
To fund KSAR’s annual operating budget and the costs of borrowing, the
bylaw approves a tax increase to the tune of more than $622,000 a year.
Both bylaws require provincial approval, which is expected to take six to eight weeks. After that, the TNRD will publish notice of the AAP.
Once the AAP opens, voters who don’t like the project will have 30 days to submit forms in opposition.
Dates have not yet been set, but it’s expected the AAP window will be open between June and July.
Under the AAP system, voters are presumed to be in favour of borrowing. A project will not proceed if 10 per cent of eligible voters file forms opposed.
KSAR has been in need of a permanent home for some time. It has outgrown its current space on Mission Flats, from which it will soon be evicted.
The new Rayleigh base is intended to give KSAR a modern home and serve as a regional training hub for other search and rescue teams.
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The Merritt Centennials found themselves in a two-games-to-none hole in the opening round weekend against the Revelstoke Grizzlies, despite an instant postseason classic to kick off the KIJHL playoffs.
Hitting the road for game one on March 6, it was the Cents who fell behind early first to the league’s top team, with Blake Cameron beating Merritt starting goaltender Sam Siskiw just under five minutes in. It was the beginning of an offensive onslaught on both nets throughout the evening, a back-and-forth affair that saw both Noah Lawless and Troy Horn continue their scoring ways for the Cents into the playoffs, each capitalizing before the end of the first period to take a 2 - 1 lead.
The two teams exchanged goals throughout the rest of the contest, with Merritt taking the lead twice more in regulation, though the game was sent to overtime when
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The U13 Team 1 Centennials proved to be at the top of their game throughout the season, and ended the playoffs at the top of
Revelstoke tied it at four with under five minutes to go. It took just over six minutes of extra time for the Grizzlies to take the opening game of the series, after a whopping 100 shots combined on both nets. Siskiw was on the end of 51 of those shots, before getting the call between the pipes again the following night.
It was much of the same in Saturday’s game two with pucks coming from every direction, though an exhausted Siskiw was bested by his Revelstoke counterpart in a 5 - 0 shutout.
Siskiw remained a solid starter for the Cents despite the back-to-back, making 32 saves in the loss, while Revelstoke’s Austin Seibel was peppered with 43 shots all of which he kept out.
Grizzlies forward Walker Overwater was named the star of the game, however, for scoring a natural hat trick in the win.
Games three and four of the series returned to Merritt on March 10 and 11, following press time.
the food chain as well.
The Cents continued their stellar campaign last weekend, finishing atop the Thompson Cariboo Super League as the
2025-26 champions.
“It means they’ll have two banners going up in the arena, which is something they’re all really proud of,” said Coach Jesse Thoo.
With a wide range of experience between the players, Thoo said that was one aspect that helped his team stand out from the rest.
“We have kids who have been skating and playing hockey since they were five years old, as well as a few first-year players who were learning the game this season. Watching them grow together and support each other throughout the year was really rewarding.”
The on-ice action isn’t over yet, heading to Clearwater this weekend for the district championship, where the entertainment keeps going.
“Our team motto all season was ‘work hard and have fun,’ and the kids really seemed to embrace that.”
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16 competitors were in Richmond last weekend at the BC Taekwondo Championships.
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It was another successful tournament for Baek’s Taekwondo Academy in Richmond last weekend, with plenty of students reaching the podium at the BC Taekwondo Championships. A total of 16 students competed, bringing home a haul of 20 medals, including plenty of gold. With one of the largest meets of the year in the rearview mirror, two major tournaments are on the horizon in May with
training already underway.
The Kee’s Taekwondo Invitational tournament is up next on May 9 in Vernon, where local athletes will not only take part in the usual categories of pattern and sparring, but also high jump front kick, poomsae pair and demo team, according to Academy Instructor Gary Abbott.
That will be followed by the BC Open on May 30 back in Richmond, where Baek’s, a top school for pattern in the province, will be looking to get back on the podium.
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The icy waters of Nicola Lake were chilly, but the atmosphere was warm for the Polar Plunge 2026 in support of Special Olympics.
A few dozen thrillseeking fundraisers took up the challenge on March 7, including members of CNA, K’en T’em and the Land Guardians. A special thanks
as well to Tim Hortons for providing hot drinks and Timbits.
The event was able to raise $4,000 for Special Olympics athletes in the Merritt area.
“Your support helps athletes train, compete, and be part of an inclusive community through sport,” reads a press release following the event.
“Thank you, Merritt!”
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Crossroads Community Church
2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911
Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Merritt Baptist Church
2499 Coutlee Avenue (at Orme) Sunday service 10 am, Phone (250)378-2464
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 250-378-9899
Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:30 p.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919
Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.
St. Michael’s Anglican Church
1990 Chapman St. • 250-319-8823
Service Times: 2nd and 4th Sundays only - 10:00 a.m.
Trinity United Church Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735
Service Time every Sunday - 10 am
Somang Mission Community Church (SMC) 1755 Coldwater Ave. (The Cadet Hall)
Sunday Service Time: 2:30 pm • 250-280-1268
Sunday School Time: 12:15 pm
Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church
1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502
Service Times: Sunday 10 am
Motion Church Merritt
Sundays 10 am
Coquihalla Middle School (2975 Clapperton Ave) www.wearemotionchurch.ca/merritt
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**AKA The Bottle Depot Guy** March 14, 1979 - February 20, 2026
Denis Gerald Ryan also well known as “ The Bottle Depot Guy” was born March 14, 1979. He is survived by his wife, Nikki (mom Sandi, David), beloved pets, Tilly, Freddy, Chester and Lightening. Also children: Dawson, Aeryn, Lochlan, Cassie (Maggie), Coltin (Toby). His dearest friends, who he called family. Erin (Hailey, Aura), Jay, Willie (Ginger, Ava, Logan, Hudson and Goose), Connor (Piper), and Tony
Denis was predeceased by his special pets, Toby, Dirk, and Theabelle, who will be waiting for his arrival, and new adventures.
Denis’s life was far from easy, but he lived a life of no boundaries, many mistakes and ample adventures, challenging himself in whatever came his way. Hiking, camping, hitch hiking, camp fires, long drives to nowhere, meeting and striking up conversations with an aray of people along the way. A man who could pick a song for any situation, mood, or just because he heard a word. We had many sleepless nights of music spamming as he shared his musical choices with his friends.
He had a tough exterior, but for those fortunate enough to push past, he was kind, giving and just wanted to be loved.
On February 20, 2026, Denis’s song ended, but his melody will lingers on in our hearts forever.
A memorial will be held March 15, 2026 at the Coldwater Hotel 12:30 pm until 3:30/4:00 pm.
May 29, 1946 - February 24, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Florence Ruth Wilkinson on February 24, 2026, in Merritt, British Columbia, after a short battle with kidney disease.
Florence was born on May 29, 1946, in Willingdon, Alberta, to Theodore and Ruth Melnychook.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 30 years, Mitch Wilkinson of Merritt; her son Rick Morgan (Lisa Foote) and grandchildren Nick and Farrah Morgan of Spences Bridge; her daughter Lisa Morgan of Merritt; her brother Ted (Eve) Melnychook of West Kelowna; and her sister Wilma (Dave) Struch of Penticton. Florence is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
Florence had a deep love for the outdoors and nature. She enjoyed many activities including sledding, fishing, and camping. Florence and Mitch spent many happy times together camping throughout the Nicola Valley and surrounding area.
Florence was a caring and kind soul who made countless lifelong friends. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. To her daughter, Florence was not only her mother but also her best friend.
Florence will always be remembered as a strong, beautiful, and giving person, and we are grateful for the time we were fortunate to share with her.
A celebration of Florence’s life will be announced at a later date.
Love you always and forever.
Rest in peace.
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