Please be advised that due to the ongoing Highway 5 closure near Avola this morning, the Mobile Library stop scheduled for Avola today has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. To view the Mobile Library Schedule, visit @tnrl.ca: www.tnrl.ca/using-the-li...

Residents who live near Keekwillie Park in the area of Duncan Road can expect to see crews doing groundwater exploration drilling at the park beginning this week, which is expected to continue during March. More information: www.facebook.com/tnrd.ca/post...

NEW DATE: Due to heavy snow in the forecast this week, community meetings planned in Avola and Blue River have been moved to March 12, 2026. Meeting times and locations remain the same. For information about these meetings and topics being discussed, click here: www.tnrd.ca/services/com...

The Spring 2026 intake is now open for the TNRD Regional Grant-in-Aid program! Non-profits, societies, and charities can apply for funding for events or projects that have a broad benefit within the Thompson-Nicola region. The deadline to apply is March 31. Details: www.tnrd.ca/applications...

⏰🥇Rise and shine, let's make it a golden Sunday morning! 🍺☕️ All licensed establishments in good standing in rural areas of the TNRD are allowed to serve beginning at 5 am Sunday while we go for Olympic hockey gold. Be sure to check with your local establishment on operating hours. Go Canada go! 🇨🇦

Recycling your used books is always a novel idea! After launching our Book Recycling Pilot Program at the South Thompson Eco-Depot and Westwold Transfer Station in April of last year, a total of 4,800 pounds of used books were recycled throughout 2025 - that's fact, not fiction! (1/2)

Did you know: The reusable bag in this photo in made out of recycled yogurt tubs?! If that interests you - dare say, excites you - you might be a great fit for our Solid Waste & Recycling Summer Student position! Learn more and apply: tnrd.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posti...

TNRD offices and libraries will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 to observe Family Day. Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations will be open with regular hours where applicable. Enjoy your weekend!

The TNRD is deeply saddened by the tragic incident in Tumbler Ridge that took place yesterday. We extend our heartfelt condolences to every family member, friend, first responder, and community member in Tumbler Ridge, and stand with you during this time of unthinkable grief.

The new Water Treatment Plant is nearly complete for the Pritchard Community Water System! Commissioning of the water treatment plant is expected to begin in March, and treated water supply for customers is expected to begin later in the spring. More information: www.facebook.com/tnrd.ca/post...

Notice of Public Hearing: February 12, 2026, 1:30 pm - Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2907 and Temporary Use Permit 84, affecting the festival grounds property south of Merritt at 975 Neilsen St., in Electoral Area "N." For more information and to make a submission, click here: www.tnrd.ca/stay-connect...

Don't trash it! Recycle any of these products for free at accepting Eco-Depots or Transfer Stations. The TNRD Mandatory Recyclables Bylaw is in place to prevent hazardous and easily-recyclable materials from being landfilled or disposed of improperly. Where to return it? Visit: tnrd.ca/depothours

Today's Hospital District Board Meeting includes an update on capital funding requests and healthcare facility projects from Interior Health, and a presentation from the Kamloops Brain Injury Association. Agenda: tnrd.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti... Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

🚧 ❄️ Reminder: Road maintenance in all TNRD communities is a service provided by the Province. If you have questions about road maintenance in your area, click the link in our post below to find contact info for your local road maintenance service provider.

Recycle your real tree for free! All Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations accept real trees for free during January. Please remove all lights and decorations before dropping off. Please note that artificial trees cannot be recycled. Find helpful holiday waste reduction tips at: tnrd.ca/holiday

TNRD offices will be closed as of 2:00 pm on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and will reopen on Friday, January 2, 2026. For any emergencies with TNRD water or sewer systems, call 250-318-7515. Happy Holidays!

Happy holidays! The most wonderful time of the year generates a lot of household waste, and we encourage residents to do their part to reduce what goes in the garbage. See holiday recycling info below, and to find helpful holiday waste reduction tips anytime, visit our webpage: tnrd.ca/holiday

All TNRD Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations are closed on Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day except for the Sun Peaks Transfer Station which is open daily from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm during winter months. For hours of operation at all facilities, visit our webpage: tnrd.ca/depothours.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library is pleased to share that an accessible, street-level book drop bin will be installed at the Chase Library, thanks to grant funding from the Social Planning and Research Council of British Columbia (SPARC BC). More information: www.tnrd.ca/street-level...

The TNRD Board has approved updates to recycling fees for mattresses and boxsprings, effective January 1, 2026, in response to an indefinite delay by the Province of BC to add these materials to its Recycling Regulation. More information: www.tnrd.ca/mattress-dis...

The TNRD was honoured to join leadership from Neskonlith Indian Band to sign a Memorandum of Understanding, recognizing the commitment by both governments to collaboration, communication, and reconciliation. More information: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-neskonl...

The TNRD has been informed that BC Assessment decided that proposed changes to valuation of pipelines will not proceed in 2026. These changes would have shifted 23-30% of property taxes paid by pipeline companies onto residential and business property owners. More info: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-informe...

The TNRD Board has, for a second time, written an urgent letter to the Ministry of Finance to request that proposed changes by BC Assessment be postponed that would shift taxes owing from pipeline companies to residential and business properties. More information: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-board-r...

Multiple atmospheric rivers are forecast to hit the south coast, beginning this evening (Dec 9) and continuing through the weekend. Some parts of the TNRD, particularly the southern Fraser Canyon and Coquihalla corridor, will see significant rainfall. Full update: www.facebook.com/tnrd.ca/post...

Today, the TNRD Board will receive a feasibility study on Mosquito Control Service in Electoral Area "B" (#BlueRiver and #Avola), and vote on a grant application for a project at the #Chase Library. Agenda: tnrd.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti... Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Have your say on TNRD services and costs for 2026: We encourage residents to review our available financial materials, get an understanding of TNRD services in your community and their costs, and give us your feedback. More information: www.tnrd.ca/have-your-sa...

Have questions about road maintenance? In TNRD rural areas, road maintenance is a service provided by the Province through contractors. The TNRD has a webpage to help quickly and easily find each service area and who to contact for service. For more information, visit: tnrd.ca/road-maintenance

TNRD offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day. Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations will be open with regular hours where applicable. We encourage residents to observe Remembrance Day and consider sacrifices made by those who have served, and continue to do so. #LestWeForget

The TNRD is providing notice of a public meeting being held on Nov. 10 to provide an update on the CPKC train derailment and subsequent cleanup. Updates will be provided by CPKC, Ministry of Environment, Environment Canada, and Interior Health. More information: www.tnrd.ca/notice-publi...

The TNRD has received water quality test results taken at the intake for the #Savona Community Water System; at this time, there is no contamination and there has been no impact to water following the CPKC train derailment on November 1, 2025. More information: app.cyberimpact.com/newsletter-v...

During the inaugural Board Meeting this afternoon (November 6, 2025), Ashcroft Director Barbara Roden was acclaimed as Chair and Logan Lake Director Robin Smith was acclaimed as Vice-Chair for the fourth and final year of the Board's term. More information: www.tnrd.ca/tnrd-board-c...

TNRD Budget Workshop Today: To help the Board, taxpayers, and the public get familiar with TNRD services and service costs for the upcoming budget year, the TNRD is holding a two-part Special Committee of the Whole Meeting. View Agenda, Draft Budget and Zoom link: tnrd.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti...

Winter hours come into effect at several TNRD solid waste sites on November 1: - 70 Mile, Heffley Creek, Logan Lake, and Louis Creek Eco-Depots - Loon Lake, Paul Lake, Simpcw/ Chu Chua Transfer Stations - Sun Peaks Transfer Station (Dec 1) Find hours of operation at all sites: tnrd.ca/depothours

Thank you to local residents who joined us on Friday, October 24 to celebrate the grand reopening of the Clearwater Library! We are thrilled to welcome patrons back to an improved library space, which will continue to be the heart of the community. More information: www.tnrd.ca/renovated-cl...

The Fall 2025 Regional Newsletter is here! This edition has info on 2026 Budget preparations, construction and demolition waste, FireSmart rebate programs, Library news, and many local service updates. Pick one up at any rural @tnrl.ca library branch or read it online: www.tnrd.ca/stay-connect...

The TNRD is pleased to announce that it is moving ahead with the purchase of Tactical Water Tender for Blackpool Fire Rescue, to be stationed at Blackpool Fire Department, thanks to generous local funding contributions. More information: www.tnrd.ca/local-fundin...

Today's Board meeting will include recommendations to apply for multiple grant funds for TNRD fire departments, a project with the Thompson-Nicola Film Commission, and a proposed Savona Water Treatment Plant. Agenda: tnrd.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti... Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

As part of National Waste Reduction Week, today is #ElectronicsWednesday, and it's important to safely recycle batteries! Rechargeable batteries are a fire hazard when mixed with regular recycling or garbage, and they should never be thrown in curbside bins or garbage. (1/2)

Today is #TextilesTuesday as part of Waste Reduction Week: Did you know that many TNRD Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations have clothing donation bins where you can give a second life to your old wearable clothes? We also maintain a list of thrift stores in rural areas. (1/2)

The TNRD has partnered with Cleanfarms on a new pilot program to recycle agricultural plastics! This program will ensure that bale wrap and silage bags and covers will be diverted from landfills and connected with recycling end markets instead. More information: www.tnrd.ca/cleanfarms-a...

Residents in Lac Le Jeune and Walloper Lake are encouraged to take part in a FireSmart free chipping day on October 27! This is an opportunity to reduce potential wildfire fuels - with brush and branches hauled away and chipped free of charge. More information: www.tnrd.ca/services/fir...

Fadear Lake Dam Situation Update - October 14, 2025: Work has been done to gradually reduce the level of Fadear Lake and take pressure off of the unauthorized man-made dam. Water levels have decreased significantly in recent days. View today's full update here: www.facebook.com/tnrd.ca/post...

An Evacuation Alert issued for properties along Fadear Creek due to risks associated with the Fadear Lake dam has now been downgraded to All Clear, effective October 10, 2025, at 3:30 pm. More information: eoc.tnrd.ca/eoc-notice/e...

TNRD offices and libraries will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 to observe Thanksgiving Day. Eco-Depots and Transfer Stations will be open with regular hours. Have an excellent long weekend!

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...

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.

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...

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...

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!

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...