The City of Vernon will be undertaking amendments to its Zoning Bylaw to prepare for the sale of non-medicinal cannabis, which is expected to become legal in Canada in July 2018. The purpose of these amendments is to ultimately allow for the City to regulate where storefront sales of cannabis will…
The City of Vernon is providing feedback to the Government of British Columbia on how non-medicinal cannabis will be regulated in the province starting next year. The City, along with other local governments and stakeholders, has been asked by the provincial government to tell them what they…
When a tragedy like the one in Fernie, BC occurs, it is only natural that the public may have questions about the facilities in their own community. In order to answer those questions and to alleviate any concerns, the City of Vernon is issuing this Media Release.
The City of Vernon arenas are…
Okanagan Carpool Week runs from October 23 to 27, 2017. The City of Vernon is encouraging residents to try carpooling by using the free ride matching service offered by Carpool.ca for a chance to win a $100 fuel card.
To win simply;
Register with www.carpool.ca as a new user, or
Return to www.…
Vernon residents are invited to Lakers Clubhouse, 7000 Cummins Road on Wednesday, October 18 between 4:00 and 6:30 pm to view and comment on concept plans for the next 8 lake access sites.
Vernon residents asked to see 10 lake access sites developed in 2018. Two sites will be completed this fall…
30th Street will be closed from Highway 6 to 31st Avenue on October 18th & 19th to finish paving. Detours will be available and the public is encouraged to plan their trips around the road closure. The City of Vernon appreciates your patience while the project finishes up.
The intersection of 30th Street and 32nd Avenue will be closed beginning October 23rd until mid-November to complete underground utility works. Detours will be available and the public is encouraged to plan their trips around the intersection closure. The City of Vernon appreciates your patience…
The City of Vernon is accepting applications to the Council Discretionary Grant Program until October 31, 2017. Council Discretionary Grants are available to organizations that contribute to the general interest and quality of life for Vernon residents.
To qualify for the grant, applicants must…
30th Street will be closed from Highway 6 to 31st Avenue October 18th and 19th to finish paving. Detours will be available and the public is encouraged to plan their trips around the road closure. The City of Vernon appreciates your patience while the project finishes up.
The City of Vernon has been informed by the Ministry of Finance that the application to collect a 3% Municipal Regional District Tax (MRDT), also known as a Hotel Tax, has been approved by Cabinet. Currently, accommodators in Vernon collect a 2% MRDT. The change in tax will occur on January 1, 2018…
