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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

Telkwa awards contract for Hwy 16 well water study

Telkwa awards contract for Hwy 16 well water study

The village is anticipating an increase in water demand
Kispiox Rodeo coming up

Kispiox Rodeo coming up

The best little rodeo in the west is slated for the first weekend in June
Providing period products is a necessity

Providing period products is a necessity

Marisca argues the importance of access to menstrual products for all
Centre for Free Expression appoints Smithers librarian as senior fellow

Centre for Free Expression appoints Smithers librarian as senior fellow

Wendy Wright takes on new role as a champion for freedom of thought
Quick cat hotel once again available for wildfire evacuees

Quick cat hotel once again available for wildfire evacuees

Donna Goodenough, owner of cat boarding facility knows it is difficult to travel with cats
Rainy start doesn’t dampen mental health cyclist’s enthusiasm for cross-country mission

Rainy start doesn’t dampen mental health cyclist’s enthusiasm for cross-country mission

Jade Dulle stopped in Smithers on her way from Prince Rupert to St. John’s, Newfoundland
May 10 collision briefly closes Highway 16 in Smithers

May 10 collision briefly closes Highway 16 in Smithers

Traffic was detoured on to the frontage road
Traffic halted while crews responded to fire near Viewmount Road

Traffic halted while crews responded to fire near Viewmount Road

Road was closed, students at Ebenezer School forced to stay at school after bell rang
Smithers takes action for homeless encampment cleanup

Smithers takes action for homeless encampment cleanup

Tents will be temporarily moved biweekly for park cleanup then returned to original positions
Happy Mother’s Day including mothers-in-law

Happy Mother’s Day including mothers-in-law

Marisca appreciates the relationship she has with her mother-in-law
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