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Thompson-Nicola Regional District

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We provide local government services to 10 Electoral Areas and 11 Municipalities in south-central British Columbia: The Region of BC's Best. tnrd.ca/communities Social Media Participant Guidelines: tnrd.ca/social-media-participation-guidelines

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Jan 21

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is now on Blue Sky!

Follow along for news and service updates and general information.

Not familiar with the TNRD? We're a local government in south central B.C. Learn about our services and geography on our About the TNRD webpage: www.tnrd.ca/about-us/abo...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 10h

On Thursday, October 9, TNRD staff and engineers were on site of the Fadear Lake dam, and were successfully able to clear debris from blocked culverts within the dam structure. As a result, water is flowing freely through these culverts downstream.

Full EOC Update: www.facebook.com/tnrd.ca/post...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 12h

CN has set up a local detour to Highway 5, along McCorvie Road, KP Road, and through private property with a pilot car and flaggers in place 24/7.

For updates on this road closure, visit the DriveBC webpage by clicking here: www.drivebc.ca?start=null&e...

DriveBC

Check real-time BC road conditions, closures, highway webcams, and delays with DriveBC.

www.drivebc.ca

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 12h

The TNRD has been advised by CN Rail about construction planned at the Vavenby Bridge Road rail crossing from Oct 14-16, which will impact local traffic. CN Rail has informed that the rail crossing will be closed on these dates, with access for emergency vehicles and pedestrians only.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 2d

FireSmart Rebate Programs Extended:

TNRD FireSmart Homeowner and Senior Rebate programs are now open to November 30!

We encourage rural homeowners to book a free FireSmart home assessment, do recommended mitigation work, and take advantage of these rebates.

Details: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-firesma...

A TNRD FireSmart vehicle parked in Monte Creek, B.C., on a smoky day in September 2025.

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 3d

The TNRD has issued an Evacuation Alert for properties along Fadear Creek due to the potential imminent failure of the Fadear Lake dam.

This Evacuation Alert is in place for approximately 14 addressed properties along Fadear Creek, in Electoral Area "O."

More info: eoc.tnrd.ca/eoc-notice/e...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 3d

The tennis courts at Smith Pioneer Park have been resurfaced and repainted, and look better than ever!

Come on over to Lower Nicola for tennis or pickleball and take advantage of the many park amenities - a playground and zipline for the kids, fitness equipment, picnic tables, and much more!

Tennis and pickleball courts at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola, B.C., west of Merritt.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 6d

Today's Committee of the Whole includes reviews of proposed updates to the TNRD Board Procedure Bylaw, Board Code of Conduct Bylaw, Board Remuneration Bylaw, and Board Expense Policy.

Agenda: tnrd.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti...

Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/.../reg.../W...

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 7d

Today's Board meeting includes presentations from the BC Energy Regulator, Arrow Transportation and Kruger, review of a "What We Heard" Report for Tobiano Land Use Planning public engagement, and more.

Agenda: tnrd.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti....

Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/.../reg.../W...

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 8d

The TNRD is pleased to welcome Julie Creaser as the new General Manager of Library Services!

Creaser brings 20+ years of experience in leadership roles, including with Prince George Public Library and Vancouver Island Regional Library.

More information: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-welcome...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 10d

TNRD offices and libraries will be closed on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations will be open with regular hours.

For more information on our 25 neighbouring First Nations, visit our webpage: tnrd.ca/firstnations

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 13d

Users of Keekwillie Park are advised of a large underground wasp nest that has been found today. Red flags have been put up in a circle around the nest area.

For your safety, please avoid this area and ensure that pets and children stay out of this area as well.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 13d

Come check out the many local artisans and vendors and TNRD booths at the Lower Nicola Garlic Festival this weekend!

Garlic Fest is being hosted at Smith Pioneer Park on Sept 27 (9-5) and Sept 28 (9-3). TNRD solid waste and FireSmart staff will have booths set up. We hope to see you there!

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 14d

Sign up for our new local email lists to be notified directly when the TNRD is sharing information that affects your area!

Messages sent to local email lists include news releases and emergency notices, development notices, service updates, and more!

Sign up here: www.tnrd.ca/stay-connect...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 20d

Attention Paska Lake/ Face Lake/ Dominic Lake residents:

Join our TNRD FireSmart and Emergency Services staff for a community presentation and free BBQ tomorrow, September 20, beginning at 11am! This event will take place at Mile High Resort.

More information can be found on the poster below.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 22d

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library is pleased to welcome Katherin Edwards as its Writer in Residence for fall 2025, with many free programs and consultation options available for prospective writers across the TNRD!

More information: www.tnrd.ca/tnrl-welcome...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 24d

Thank you to residents who joined for the Monte Creek Firehall grand opening on Saturday, September 13!

The Monte Creek Firehall is now complete and fully operational, providing a permanent home for the Monte Creek Fire Department.

More information and photo gallery: www.tnrd.ca/monte-creek-...

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · 27d

An Evacuation Alert issued by the TNRD due to the Mine Creek wildfire has been downgraded to All Clear, effective September 12 at 12:00pm.

More Information: eoc.tnrd.ca/eoc-notice/e...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 9

Please be advised that the tennis courts at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola will be closed from Wednesday, September 10 to Friday, September 19, 2025 while the courts are resurfaced and repainted.

Thank you to park goers for your patience!

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 8

The TNRD is now offering address signs free of charge while supplies last, through a new grant-funded program.

A visible, properly-installed address sign supports public safety by ensuring a fast and effective response from emergency service personnel.

More information: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-offerin...

A standard, emergency-grade TNRD address sign on a rural property in the Thompson-Nicola region.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 8

The TNRD Evacuation Alert issued due to the Mine Creek Wildfire has now been amended to include an additional property effective September 8 2025, 10:00am. There are now approximately 85 addressed properties on alert in Electoral Area “N”
More Information: eoc.tnrd.ca/eoc-notice/e...

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 8

The TNRD Evacuation Order issued due to the Mine Creek Wildfire has now been downgraded to Alert, effective September 8, 2025, 10:00am

More Information: eoc.tnrd.ca/eoc-notice/e...

Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 6

For information about power outages, visit the BC Hydro Outage Maps webpage: www.bchydro.com/power-outage...

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Find current power outages on a map.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 6

For information about road conditions, please visit the DriveBC by clicking here: www.drivebc.ca?start=null&e...

DriveBC

Check real-time BC road conditions, closures, highway webcams, and delays with DriveBC.

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 6

For information about wildfire activity and response, please visit the BCWS incident webpage by clicking here: wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fi...

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Thompson-Nicola Regional District @tnrd.ca · Sep 6

The TNRD EOC is in contact with Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MOTT) and BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) regarding the Mine Creek Fire, burning adjacent to the Coquihalla Highway.