A new way to register for recreation programs is coming to Vernon.
Starting December 3, 2017, people will be able to register for recreation activities online and in person. Online registration will be available 24 hours a day from smart phones, tablets and computers. New features include browsing…
THIS UPDATE FROM BC TRANSIT IS BEING RESENT BY THE CITY OF VERNON TO ENSURE ALL ARE INFORMED.
Vernon Transit Temporary Service Suspension: 11:30 a.m. update
Due to poor road conditions, Route 5 South Vernon is temporarily suspended until further notice.
The following local routes in the Vernon…
Dogs will be allowed in Polson Park on-leash starting this week as part of a two year pilot running until Fall 2019. The City of Vernon will be installing five bag dispensers and new signage this week. In the spring, the drinking fountain by the pavilion will be upgraded to include a pedestal that…
With the available parking being limited while the expansion project is under construction, the public attending the Remembrance Day service at Kal Tire Place are reminded to plan to arrive early and are encouraged to car pool. Disabled parking stalls are now located in the new parking lot south…
Crews will be working to install a culvert on Pottery Road, between 15th Street and Francis Road, beginning November 7 – 9. A detour will be in effect directing drivers to 25th Avenue. The public is encouraged to plan their trips around the road closure. Please be patient and obey all signs and…
The City of Vernon snow and ice program addresses roads in a priority basis. All City roads are divided into priorities as follows:
Priority 1 roads include: arterials, collectors, bus routes, school zones and select problem areas.
Priority 2 roads include: all remaining roads except lanes and cul…
30th Street will be closed to through traffic while crews install traffic loops on Wednesday, November 1st from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Every reasonable effort will be made to minimize the disruption to traffic, although motorists should be prepared for detours. We ask that the traveling public to be…
On Monday October 23, 2017, the City of Vernon Council endorsed an Eight (8) Year Strategic Plan for Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS). The plan addresses key enablers for the provision of reliable and safe service which include a funded replacement schedule for fire apparatus, such as fire…
A very special film experience is coming to Vernon. SESQUI and the City of Vernon have partnered to bring HORIZON – A Visual Symphony of Canada to the Vernon Recreation Centre on Sunday, November 5th as part of the Canada 150 Anniversary and Vernon 125th Birthday celebrations.
HORIZON is SESQUI’s…
The City of Vernon is exploring what it takes to be a child and youth friendly city. The City applied for funding through a PlanH program which is a partnership of BC Healthy Communities Society and the Province of BC, Ministry of Health. Although Vernon was initially unsuccessful in receiving the…
