The City of Vernon is pleased to welcome two new Deputy Chiefs to Fire Rescue Services.
Alan Hofsink previously joined the City as its FireSmart™ program coordinator and has now taken on the role of Deputy Chief, Operations. He began his new position on October 25. Alan’s experience and…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) has concluded its investigation of a major structure fire at a gymnastics facility that occurred last month. Firefighters were dispatched to the fire in the 4700-block of 31st Street at approximately 7:15 a.m. on October 31.
“By the time firefighters received the…
On November 11, we pause to pay tribute to all the men and women who have served our country. We stand in solidarity to honour the sacrifices that have been made to secure our freedoms, our democracy, and the quality of life we enjoy today.
We acknowledge the countless acts of bravery that have…
A long-awaited active transportation route between the Foothills and Pleasant Valley Road will become a reality next year with the addition of a multi-use path along Silver Star Road.
Today, local dignitaries came together to break ground for the project, which has been jointly funded by the City…
Firefighters responded to a structure fire in the downtown core late Friday night.
At approximately 11:30 p.m. on November 5, firefighters were dispatched to a report of a fire in a business in the 3100-block of 32nd Street (HWY 97). Upon arrival, crews confirmed smoke and fire could be seen coming…
The City of Vernon is proud to announce it has been included in the Canadian HR Reporter’s list of Best Places to Work 2021.
The report recognizes companies and organizations as one of the best places to work for organizational culture, benefits, and employee development, among other things.
“Seven…
Firefighters responded to a significant recreational trailer fire in the north end of the City this morning (Wednesday).
At approximately 11:50 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to a report of a recreational trailer fire in a parking lot in the 5100-block of Anderson Way. Upon arrival,…
As BC switches to back to standard time on Sunday morning and we roll our clocks back one hour, Vernon Fire Rescue Services is reminding residents that it’s also time to check your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for dead batteries and expiration dates.
“Remember, working smoke alarms…
UPDATE (as of November 3 at 1:30 p.m.): The pay station at the 31st Avenue parking lot is operational again. Hourly/day parking permits purchased in the 29th Street lot (located at 29th Street and 30th Avenue) will be honoured in the 31st Avenue lot for the remainder of today. The City…
It’s time to do some fall cleaning!
Vernon’s fall clear bag leaf pick-up program will take place November 15 – 19, 2021. Waste Connections of Canada will provide curbside collection of leaves and garden refuse to coincide with regular garbage collection days. In order to take part in the program,…
