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Marisca Bakker

Marisca Bakker

Marisca was born and raised in Ontario and moved to Smithers almost ten years ago on a one-year contract. She fell in love with the valley and the community and hasn't left. She attended Ryerson University for political science, has her broadcast journalism diploma from Loyalist College and a creative writing certificate from Algonquin College. Marisca has been married for six years, has two daughters and a fur baby, a five pound Havanese dog named Lacey. She enjoys shopping, travelling and the occasional glass of wine.

Phone
250.847.3266
Email
marisca.bakker@interior-news.com

Recent Work by Marisca

Skating to the finish line

Skating to the finish line

Phase 2 is complete and open for riding. Grand Opening is set for Friday Sept 20th 4pm - 8pm.
Keeping the parade a safe one

Keeping the parade a safe one

Marisca hopes something can change to keep the fall fair parade safe in the future.
First Nations primary care centre coming to Hazelton

First Nations primary care centre coming to Hazelton

The new Gitxsan-Wet’suwet’en Primary Health Care Centre will provide services to First Nations members
Power outage for Telkwa to Kitwanga planned for Sept. 15

Power outage for Telkwa to Kitwanga planned for Sept. 15

BC Hydro has a planned power outage that will affect a large portion of the Bulkley Valley and surronding area on Sunday Sept. 15.
Smithers woman awarded nearly $1 million in 7-Eleven lawsuit

Smithers woman awarded nearly $1 million in 7-Eleven lawsuit

Crystal Tommy suffered severe ankle injuries nearly 6 years ago when she tripped on a pothole in a parking lot
Smithers man charged with second degree murder

Smithers man charged with second degree murder

The North District RCMP Major Crime Unit arrested one individual on Sept. 6 related to a homicide in September of 2023.
Terry Fox Run to be held in Smithers Sept. 15

Terry Fox Run to be held in Smithers Sept. 15

Organizers of the annual Terry Fox Run in Smithers are hoping this year will be bigger and better
A roller coaster of emotions

A roller coaster of emotions

Marisca tries to find the good in her bad situation
Smithers supports name changes

Smithers supports name changes

BC Geographical Names Office asked the town of Smithers for comment on two possible name changes in the region.
BBQ Time!

BBQ Time!

The 112th Telkwa BBQ, hosted by the Bulkley Valley Kinsmen, was held Aug. 30- Sept. 2
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