Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) would like to advise residents of a controlled burn project that is currently underway in the Harbour Heights area. This work is being completed by a qualified private contractor, and has been permitted by the Ministry of Environment to help manage wildland fuels…
The City of Vernon continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation in British Columbia and follow the directives of health authorities and senior levels of government.
“Over the last several weeks, staff have worked diligently to develop risk mitigation plans to reintroduce recreation…
A generous donation from a local service club will make a big difference when Vernon firefighters need to rescue people from a vehicle or building.
“On behalf of the Vernon Four Seasons Kiwanis Club, we are very happy to support the local fire department,” said Tom Watkinson, President of the Club…
Activate your voice and be part of the planning process for a new park in the City Centre! Public engagement is now underway for the planning process of a park on the former site of the Civic Arena.
Located beside the Vernon Visitor Information Centre, this new park will be a community destination…
Emergency maintenance is required for the Bella Vista pump house today (June 24).
This will only effect irrigation users coming off the Goose Lake water system from Blue Jay subdivision south to Bella Vista Road. The work is expected to be completed by Noon today.
Customers in this area may…
The City of Vernon would like to advise the public that portions of Polson Park have been closed due to ongoing water issues this spring. Standing water around the playground, splash park and along the creek bank has created safety concerns, so these portions of the park are temporarily unavailable…
The City of Vernon would like to advise motorists that Bylaw enforcement of on-street parking meters and two hour parking zones will resume Thursday, July 2, 2020.
In April, Council temporarily suspended enforcement in these areas, with the exception of enforcement related to safety issues, to…
This Sunday is Father’s Day – a wonderful time to pause and thank all the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who have poured into the lives of those around them.
There are no two ways about it – these last few months have been hard. We have experienced a lot of change. For many of us, this…
As reopening plans continue to progress throughout BC, the City of Vernon is ready to launch phase 2 of the Pilot Community Food Composting Project.
“I’m glad we’re able to continue to provide this service,” said Mayor Victor Cumming. “Our residents have demonstrated strong support for composting…
Watch a special video announcement from Vernon City Council here.
Canada Day celebrations in Vernon will look a little different in 2020.
This year, the community festivities will take place in a digital setting, as the North Okanagan Canada Day Society sets the stage for a virtual celebration on…
