Armstrong Baby Talk - Growing Up Cavity Free

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 Growing Up Cavity Free. Learn about early childhood cavities and how to prevent them. Understand what dental behaviors may put your child at risk and recognize the early signs of decay.

Armstrong Baby Talk - Once Upon a Play

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 Once Upon a Play. Come try some of the toy options available from our local Toy Lending Library through the CCRR. Learn how to create your own account so you can try them at home too!

Armstrong Baby Talk - Baby Talk Art

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 Talk Art. An interactive time for you and your baby to bond and make a new creation to take home! All we need is you and your baby and we will provide the rest as Melanie Sipos will lead us through a spooky Halloween craft for all to enjoy.

Knowing the signs of an opioid overdose could save a life

3 minutes

An opioid overdose can happen to anyone who uses drugs from the unregulated supply: a friend, family member, neighbour or stranger. With the ongoing toxic drug crisis in B.C., it’s more important than ever to know how to recognize the signs of an overdose and what to do if someone needs help. 

Knowing the signs, carrying naloxone and responding quickly can make all the difference.

Temporary service interruption at Nicola Valley Hospital emergency department

1 minute

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

Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 31 to 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 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.

IH works with partners to continue dialogue on toxic drug crisis

4 minutes

On International Overdose Awareness Day, recognized annually on Aug. 31, communities across the Interior come together to honour lives lost, support those impacted by the toxic drug crisis, and recognize the strength of culture, connection and community-led healing. 

The toxic drug crisis continues to bring profound loss and grief to families and communities across B.C.