Welcome to Merritt

Dan Albas, MP Okanagan-Coquihalla

On behalf of the Government of Canada, I offer a warm welcome to everyone attending the
Second Annual Great Canadian Bike Rally in Merritt, BC!

Merritt is a special town in one of the most beautiful valleys in BC. The scenery is unbelievable. The town is rich in history, the hospitality; legendary. Take some time to explore the area; the murals, the specialty shops, the museums.

Behind the scenes of this event are organizers that seriously know how to have fun. They put on an amazing event last year, and many of you have come back to see what’s in store this year.

Enjoy your stay in Merritt, and come again soon!

Sincerely,

Dan Albas, MP
Okanagan-Coquihalla

Randy Murray, Thompson-Nicola Regional District

As Chairman of the Board and on behalf of the Area Directors for the Nicola Valley North and South, Blue Sky Country (Spences Bridge) and Copper Desert Country (Savona/Tobiano) I welcome everyone to the Thompson Nicola Regional District, 46,000 sq. km. of the most scenic and enjoyable connected highway routes you will ever see on two wheels. We are glad you’re here and hope you have a great time at the Second Annual Great Canadian Bike Rally in the beautiful Nicola Valley.

We are happy to be a part of such an outstanding event with all of you and look forward to the humble rumble of pipes, bright work gleaming and wide happy smiles.

Randy Murray, Chairman
Thompson-Nicola Regional District

Harry Lali, MLA Fraser-Nicola

As the MLA for Fraser-Nicola
it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2nd Annual Great Canadian Bike Rally in the Nicola Valley on July 12 – 15, 2012.

To the visitors and local Nicola Valley residents attending the Great Canadian Bike Rally, I hope you enjoy yourselves, make new friends and take home wonderful memories!

Thank you to all volunteers and community members who have helped make this event such a success.

Enjoy the fun but please don’t drink and drive!

Harry Lali, MLA
Fraser-Nicola

Mayor's Welcome

On behalf of Council, myself and the residents and businesses of Merritt, we welcome you to the 2nd Annual Great Canadian Bike Rally.

I know many of you have been looking forward to this year's event after attending last year. And the word has spread, so Merritt is looking forward to hosting many more participants and visitors to the rally in 2012.

Last year's rally was truly an uplifting experience for our Community, our residents enjoyed the busy streets, the friendly visitors and even attended all the evening music performances. They encouraged the organizers to continue on with the rally, so this experience could be enjoyed again and we are so happy that you have returned to be a part of it with us. And if this is your first time, hang onto your hats, or helmets for a truly worthwhile experience.

The event organizers have been busy putting together a fun filled weekend with many activities to keep you busy and entertained, and the City of Merritt has been working closely with them to ensure your experience is a safe and memorable experience that will keep you coming back.

Please take some time to enjoy some of our amenities, which include many great parks, an aquatic centre, golf course, heritage walk, Country Music artists murals, Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame and of course the famous Walk of Stars. You will find our climate enjoyable with plenty of sunshine and cooler nights, true to our semi-arid desert system.

We hope you enjoy your time in our City, and we look forward to you coming back or perhaps even considering making Merritt your next home.

Susan Roline, Mayor
City of Merritt

Welcome to Gold Country!

Merritt’s most exciting weekend lasts for four glorious days in 2012! In it’s second year, The Great Canadian Bike Rally takes place from Thursday July 12^th until Sunday the 15^th and Gold Country is thrilled to be a part of the action! With activities and adventures for all interests and age groups, this is an event you don’t want to miss.

On behalf of the Board of Director’s and staff of Gold Country Communities Society we welcome you to enjoy the marvels of The Great Canadian Bike Rally. We know your experience will be memorable and you will be back again next year to visit the friendly people of Merritt.

Yours truly,

Terri Hadwin, Marketing Manager
Gold Country Communities Society