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BC events:

So, we found this resource for some British Columbia events through the first part of September. Just in case some of your plans have been upset.

TGIF-Implosion…

Mercy in swiftness…

Deep six coming
Emails come home…

Record

Obituary of fools

So, waivers were signed, rhetoric  heard, dismissal embraced, discounts accepted.

  Five lives wasted, no, one way is to keep the experience alive by acknowledging this piece and being prudent because of it. KDG

Jurisdictions evaded.

Grief taken as a poison 💊

Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing significant growth in both production and consumption. Here’s a summary:
Production:
* While Canada doesn’t have a large number of domestic EV manufacturers compared to other countries, it is making strides in this area. Several companies are investing in EV production and battery manufacturing facilities in Canada.
* The Canadian government is actively promoting the development of the EV industry through various incentives and investments. This is attracting both established automakers and new players to set up production facilities in the country.
* Canada is also rich in resources needed for battery production, such as lithium, nickel, and cobalt. This gives the country a competitive advantage in the EV market.
Consumption:
* EV sales in Canada have been steadily increasing in recent years. In 2023, zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) accounted for 11.7% of new light-duty vehicle sales, a significant jump from previous years.
* Several factors are driving this increase in EV adoption, including government incentives, growing awareness of environmental issues, and the increasing availability of EV models.
* British Columbia and Quebec are leading the way in EV adoption, with higher market shares compared to other provinces.
Overall, the Canadian EV market is dynamic and growing rapidly. With increasing production capacity and strong consumer demand, EVs are expected to play a significant role in Canada’s transportation sector in the coming years.

Baillie house erects signage.

Numbers of directions are pointed out in the garden picnic area of the 2202 Voght Street center in Merritt, BC.

The effort is considered art and a conversation piece but is accurate.

Happy 82nd birthday Mario Andretti

Racing cars, play

File Photo KDG

Canada instructions for travelers

A rapid antigen test will get you back into the country as of today, February 28th 2022. Submitting a travel plan is still mandatory. Arrive Canada is mantitory and free.

Canada restrictions

Cleo has been traveling the world for three years, covering an estimated 40,000 miles File photo KDG

This week is small business week in BC.

Look back a decade to a small business week (Olympics Tenure)

Merritt BC pre 2010 Olympics, optimism reigned…

On this Day October 21st 1805

The Battle of Trafalgar.

Driven to succeed; as the tide comes in we wait on our approval of efforts.

long time local business

Trains…

A fellowship of history and wonder.

June 19th 2010 meet,
Merritt Railway enthusiasts club

Railways are celebrated all around the world! Today is national railway day in Azerbaijan. You knew that!

On this Day: October 13th 1988

The book Spy catcher survives UK government attempt to squash.

Ice cream sales start again in blue File Photo KDG

Editors note: Ice cream is available now at the historical society, not cones. Source Debbie.

On this Day: July 7th 2007

First live earth concert.

Taste one for me…

To win you make your own luck!
. File photo KDG

Health Canada has relaxed it’s recommendations for those that are fully vaccinated

On this Day: June 29th 226

Cau Roi becomes the emperor of the Kingdom of Whe.

Choice in EV vehicles

 

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Nissan Leaf, gets Dc quick charge in Merritt Sunday July 13th/14 Photo KDG

There are at least a dozen and a half electric vehicles out there adding to consumers choice for enjoyment of the tremendous liberty of a personal motor car. Ranges vary and mixes of full EV to charging engines give a wide preference field for any one that can afford to get into an electric vehicle.

There are also 1000 public chargers and a number of quick chargers ( DC 30 minute ). There are enough quick chargers to go from Vancouver through Golden to Canmore Alberta and have use of them in nine communities. Range and planning around chargers still remain a challenge amongst users.

BC Hydro info page: Range

EVs remain a novelty at this time quick chargers may have line up challenges because of increased interest.

On this Day; June 12th 1939

Three strip technicolor is used for the first time. The film is used in Paramount pictures Dr. Cyclops.

$1.17.9 per liter…

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broken sign no contract…. File  Photo KDG

The price of gasoline is down at the Corner of Nicola and Highway 5A, that’s  4 cents from earlier in the week, 9 cents over the provincial low at Costco in Prince George.

The country  average is $1. 15.9, trending  by 11 cents this week,  from last years average in August.

 

 

On this Day: December 21st 1923

Nepal and the UK become friends by treaty.

TGIF$1.14.9 a liter

A fuel truck delivers gasoline to a service station
File Photo KDG

Gasoline is down another cent a liter here this week.  A good test weekend is coming this Sunday will be getting to near 40 degrees followed by 30 degree weather for the week ahead. Summer driving is apon us however grade schools last day of instruction is June 29th and June 30th an administration day.  Summer driving may increase after as a result. All 5 service stations in Merritt are the same price at this writing.

 

 

 

On this Day: June 23rd 1946

The Vancouver Island earthquake shakes the west coast of Canada.