In recent years, the province of British Columbia has seen an increase in both human-caused and naturally-occurring wildfires. As we prepare for another wildfire season, there are a number of proactive steps residents can take to help protect their homes and neighbourhoods from the threat of…
The City of Vernon is asking residents to join it in a moment of silence at 10:30 am on Tuesday, April 28, to observe the National Day of Mourning. This day honours the memory of workers who have been killed, injured, or suffered illness as a result of work-related incidents.
“Tomorrow, we will…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to a structure fire Saturday night.
On April 25, at approximately 9:20 pm, Firefighters were dispatched to the 3400 block of 35 Avenue. Upon arrival, crews found a large juniper bush on fire on the south side of the Priest Valley Gymnasium.
“By the…
The City of Vernon is actively monitoring creeks as spring freshet is causing creek levels to rise. City crews continue to remove debris and blockages where necessary to maintain creek flow.
Residents can now access sand and sandbags at two City of Vernon locations:
Behind City Yards off Pleasant…
The first of two single-stall permanent public washrooms has been installed at the Downtown bus terminus. The facility opened today (April 23) and will be available for use 24 hours a day while the public health emergency remains in effect.
“Council has directed Administration to install a total…
The City of Vernon would like to advise residents that the Spring leaf clear bag pick-up program is experiencing a slight delay, due to higher than normal volumes of bags being left for collection this year.
The program is currently one day behind normal garbage collection schedules. Therefore, if…
The City of Vernon is celebrating difference makers this week as people across the country mark National Volunteer Week.
“Volunteers are the backbone of a community,” said Mayor Victor Cumming. “It never ceases to amaze me how many people in our city step up and work tirelessly to make great things…
On March 26, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) cancelled all open burning permits within the City of Vernon.
Since this time, the B.C. Ministry of Environment has implemented a burning ban on open burning activities in the region. Currently, the burning ban does not include campfires which comply…
The City of Vernon is monitoring local creeks as we get closer to spring freshet – the time when runoff from melting snow causes higher water levels in streams, lakes and other waterways.
With the recent warm weather and snowmelt, creek levels have started to rise and water is flowing at a faster…
First quarter utility bills have been distributed to all City of Vernon utility customers. City Hall remains open to the public and cashiers are available to assist with collecting payments. However, to reduce in-person transactions and promote physical distancing, the City is encouraging everyone…
