Starting Tuesday, May 20, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., until June 3, there will be intermittent 30-minute road closures on Eastside Road due to rock scaling and excavation for the Rock Slope Stabilization Project. Beginning June 4, additional short-term traffic interruptions will be in effect for the…
OCP and Transportation Plan updatesCouncil received an update on the Official Community Plan (OCP) and Transportation Plan, highlighting future land use and major transportation projects in North Vernon, Harwood, East Hill, Mission Hill, and Jubilee Hill. The proposed land use designations aim to…
All City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) are temporarily closed due to wet weather. The closure is necessary to protect the turf and ensures the fields stay in good condition for everyone to enjoy.The closure includes all sports play and public activities on the following:…
Image
The City of Vernon wants to hear from you!
As planning begins for the 2026 Budget, the community is invited to share their feedback through a public survey available from May 6 to May 26, 2025. Residents will have the opportunity to help…
Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere—and often without warning. As the City Vernon recognizes Emergency Preparedness Week, it is a reminder for the community to take proactive steps to prepare in case of an emergency such as wildfires, floods or other emergencies.This annual awareness campaign…
The City of Vernon will join the Province of British Columbia in observing Friday, May 2, 2025, as a Day of Remembrance and Mourning for the victims of the tragic vehicle attack during the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26. The attack resulted in the loss of 11 lives and left dozens…
National Day of Mourning honouredMayor and Council paused their Council Meeting on Monday to join communities across B.C. to observe National Day of Mourning—a time to honour workers who have lost their lives, been injured, or fallen ill due to workplace incidents.
A small ceremony was held outside…
Effective immediately, all City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) are closed temporarily. The closure is necessary to prevent damage to the turf and maintain the long-term quality of these playing surfaces.The closure includes all sports play and public activities on the…
The City of Vernon joined communities across the province on Monday morning to observe the National Day of Mourning, honouring workers who have lost their lives, been injured, or suffered illness due to workplace incidents.
A small ceremony was held outside Vernon City Hall, with remarks from…
In celebration of Earth Day, the City of Vernon is proud to launch the Trees for Tomorrow program—a community initiative that encourages residents to grow a greener future by planting trees on their own properties.
Starting today, Vernon residents can pick up a $75 tree voucher to use toward the…