Temporary service interruption at Nicola Valley Hospital emergency department

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Merritt and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Nicola Valley Hospital.

Emergency services will be unavailable effective immediately until 7 a.m. on Oct. 25, 2026. Patients can access emergency care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

All other inpatient services will continue at Nicola Valley Hospital.

Penticton Baby Talk - Baby Milestones

Baby Talk is a series of free, drop-in, parenting classes for those with infants 0-12 months. These groups are open to mothers, fathers, partners, guardians and grandparents. This is an opportunity to receive information, share experiences, ask questions and build connections.

This session is called Baby Milestones. Learn milestones for growth and development for your baby's first year of life. What to look for and how to help your baby develop to their true potential.

Penticton Baby Talk - Nervous System Reset

Baby Talk is a series of free, drop-in, parenting classes for those with infants 0-12 months. These groups are open to mothers, fathers, partners, guardians and grandparents. This is an opportunity to receive information, share experiences, ask questions and build connections.

This session is called Nervous System Reset. When caring for a little one, sometimes it can get a bit overwhelming. In this session we will discuss ways to reduce stress and help us regulate our bodies and our babies in times of upset.

Penticton Baby Talk - Myth of the Good Mother

Baby Talk is a series of free, drop-in, parenting classes for those with infants 0-12 months. These groups are open to mothers, fathers, partners, guardians and grandparents. This is an opportunity to receive information, share experiences, ask questions and build connections.

This session is called Myth of the Good Mother. Are you feeling pressured to be the best mom in the world? Society sets us up to think that we are never doing enough. Let's chat about the myth that we can do it all and talk about what parenting is really like.

Penticton Baby Talk - Journey of Sleep

Baby Talk is a series of free, drop-in, parenting classes for those with infants 0-12 months. These groups are open to mothers, fathers, partners, guardians and grandparents. This is an opportunity to receive information, share experiences, ask questions and build connections.

This session is called Journey of Sleep. Sleepless nights often become the norm once you have a baby. We may not have all of the answers, but we can share stories & tips as we support each other through this time.

Penticton Baby Talk - Fall Recipes

Baby Talk is a series of free, drop-in, parenting classes for those with infants 0-12 months. These groups are open to mothers, fathers, partners, guardians and grandparents. This is an opportunity to receive information, share experiences, ask questions and build connections.

This session is called Fall Recipes. Bring your baby food, or favorite family recipes to share. Today, we will chat about infant feeding and get some new recipes to try out this fall. Come dressed for Halloween toо!