The donated web space and design originates from a small Merritt-based business. This business has received some interesting feedback from customers regarding Merritt on the World Wide Web. Some visitors expressed frustration that only a hand full of web sites concerning the Nicola Valley could be found. Most sites found contained little information about small businesses and attractions in the area with the exception of a select few.

Since we understand that many small businesses can not afford the expense of a web site, we the creators of Nicolavalley.biz have decided to tackle the construction of a free directory for businesses in the area that wish to apply. Our mission is to provide visitors and potential visitors of our community with a complete listing of what the Nicola Valley has to offer.

What will I get out of joining Nicolavalley.biz?
Simple. Exposure to the community and exposure to potential visitors of the community. By signing up, your business also helps neighbouring businesses. How? This works in a fundamentally simple way: Each new business that joins and supports the directory brings with it new site traffic. Site traffic is potentially foot traffic. While many travelers prefer to have an itinerary, most travelers also like to know where they can shop, how they can experience the local culture and what recreational activities can be found in the area. This is what we intend to show the visitors of Nicolavalley.biz.

What do I need to do to join the Nicolavalley.biz directory?
We ask you (the business owner or manager) to read, fill out, and send us the requested information form located at the left of this page.

Our Web Designer requires basic information about your business such as what your business does/provides/sells, where it is located and how customers can contact you. We may also ask that you submit a photograph to display with your listing.

When will my page be complete?
Your business page will be completed and posted as soon as possible. Design time, volume of business sign-up and the quality of the information you provide us with may affect how long it takes for your page to be completed. Please keep in mind that we will do our best to provide a listing to all businesses that apply as quickly as we can, but we will do so only as time permits. As a free service we can't guarantee your listing or the date at which it will appear, so please be patient with our efforts!

You can also pick up our required information package by visiting Digital Nirvana CyberCafe and Computer Center located at 1975 Coutlee Avenue, half a block down Coutlee behind the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store.