Latest News

Due to the Extreme Fire Danger Rating in the Vernon area, all campfires within the City of Vernon will be prohibited beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026. The ban is being issued in coordination with the BC Wildfire Service’s Kamloops Fire Centre campfire ban and is intended to help…

Drivers travelling on Silver Star Road should plan for minor delays next week while crews complete utility work in the area. Beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, a section of Silver Star Road will be closed in both directions. Work will take place daily until 5:00 p.m. and is expected to be…

If you're planning to celebrate Canada Day in Vernon, parking is easy! Downtown parking is free on statutory holidays, including Canada Day, so the community is encouraged to take advantage of the many public parking options throughout the downtown core. Additional parking is available in the City…

As Canada Day approaches, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is reminding residents and visitors that consumer fireworks and sky lanterns are not permitted within the City of Vernon. With the current high fire danger rating, preventing human-caused fires is more important than ever. “With the…

The City of Vernon is reminding property owners that 2026 property taxes are due on Thursday, July 2, 2026. To avoid a 10 per cent penalty, property owners must ensure their taxes are paid in full by the deadline, including confirming that any applicable Home Owner Grant has been successfully…

Summer fun is just around the corner as Lakeview Pool prepares to welcome residents and visitors — with extended hours, new amenities, and more opportunities than ever to cool off, connect, and enjoy the sunshine.   The Lakeview Pool opens on June 26, kicking off the outdoor swim season.…

Tourism Vernon encourages residents and visitors to explore more than 500 kilometres of trails and outdoor experiences this summer. Just in time for summer, Tourism Vernon has launched a new trail map designed to help residents and visitors explore more than 500 kilometres of trails throughout…

Council met on June 22, 2026, to address a range of topics including infrastructure planning, transit operations, financial policy, and community recognition. The following highlights provide an overview of key decisions, updates, and discussions from both the Committee of the Whole and Regular…

The City of Vernon is preparing to improve local roads through its annual Road Rehabilitation Program, helping to create safer, smoother, and more reliable travel for residents, businesses, and visitors. In 2026, the City will invest $1.8 million to rehabilitate approximately 4.4 lane kilometres of…

The City of Vernon advises motorists that traffic work will take place at the intersection of 27 Street and 48 Avenue on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 4:00 a.m. to approximately 4:00 p.m. each day.City crews will be upgrading traffic signal equipment at the intersection to help…