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The City of Vernon is excited to announce the release of its Fall Recreation Guide, featuring hundreds of programs, activities and opportunities for all ages, interests and abilities. Registration for fall programs opens to all communities on Friday, August 21, and is currently available to Vernon…

The City of Vernon is investing in the renewal and maintenance of the Vernon Downtown Parkade, with construction beginning Monday, August 17. As part of the project, crews will complete repairs and maintenance to extend the life of the parkade and ensure it continues to serve residents, visitors…

The City of Vernon is advising motorists and residents of a temporary closure on 17 Avenue between 36 Street and 21 Avenue while crews complete underground storm and sanitary utility repairs and repave the road.Work is scheduled to begin Monday, August 17, and is expected to be completed by Tuesday…

The City of Vernon and the District of Coldstream have officially launched a two-year Automatic Aid Pilot Project designed to enhance emergency response capabilities, improve firefighter and public safety, and provide faster access to additional firefighting resources during significant fire…

The City of Vernon is advising motorists to expect traffic impacts and changing traffic patterns in the Alexis Park area through early September as construction continues on the 43rd Avenue Roundabout Project and gets underway on the 39th Avenue Culvert Rehabilitation Project. With both projects…

With wildfires active across the Okanagan and in neighbouring communities, the City of Vernon recognizes that many people in our region may be feeling concerned. The City continues to closely monitor conditions and work with emergency response partners. At this time, the Bradley Creek wildfire does…

The Bradley Creek wildfire is currently classified as Being Held, marking encouraging progress in the ongoing wildfire response in the North Okanagan. The City of Vernon Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) remains active, coordinating closely with the BC Wildfire Service and regional emergency…

Today, Premier David Eby issued a state of provincial emergency in B.C. as wildfire activity continues to intensify across the Southern Interior.  While the Bradley Creek wildfire currently poses no risk to the City of Vernon, the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) remains active, coordinating…

As we approach one week since the Bradley Creek wildfire response began, the City of Vernon recognizes the uncertainty and challenges many residents continue to face after being displaced from their homes. The City remains committed to supporting evacuees and ensuring our community has access to…

August 6, 2026As the Bradley Creek wildfire response continues, the City of Vernon’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) remains focused on supporting impacted residents, coordinating Emergency Support Services (ESS), and working alongside emergency response partners to provide timely information and…