News Archives - City of Merritt

News

Absolute Closure in Effect EFFECTIVE DATE: Friday, August 14, 2026 Please be advised that this closure is absolute. For everyone’s safety,…

Holly FerrisAugust 14, 2026

Emergency Preparedness Events News

City of Merritt to Host Merritt Wildfire Information Session Open House Merritt, BC (08-13-2026) The City of Merritt is hosting…

Holly FerrisAugust 13, 2026

Election News

Candidate & Voter information is now available online. Nomination forms can be printed out or picked up at City Hall.…

CommunicationsAugust 13, 2026

Emergency Preparedness News Notices + Alerts

Yellow Air Quality Warning in Effect — Click Here for More Information No Air Quality Warnings Currently in Effect Orange…

Adam HartAugust 12, 2026

Emergency Preparedness News Notices + Alerts

How to pre-register for Emergency Support Services in B.C. August 10, 2026 Emergencies can happen quickly. Pre-registering for Emergency Support…

Holly FerrisAugust 11, 2026

News

Off-road vehicles (ORV) are prohibited on Crown land throughout the Merritt Fire Zone. EFFECTIVE DATE: August 10, 2026 Effective immediately…

Holly FerrisAugust 10, 2026

The City of Merritt continues to monitor the Ainslie Creek Wildfire (V10755) — click here for more information. What Do…

Adam HartAugust 8, 2026

News Notices + Alerts Recreation

Partial Trail Closure - Central Park EFFECTIVE DATE: Friday, August 7, 2026 The BC Wildfire Service is moving its temporary…

Holly FerrisAugust 6, 2026

Airport Community Event Events News

Community Airport Day Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Merritt Regional Airport | Saunder's Field…

News ROADS + MAINTENANCE

Traffic Disruption Chapman Street between Quilchena Avenue and Coutlee Avenue Tuesday July 28, 2026 8:00am - 1:00pm On Tuesday July…