An emergency alert system will be tested across the province tomorrow that will trigger notifications on television, radio, and compatible cell phones. The test is for the Alert Ready emergency alert system.
According to the Alert Ready website, the test in British Columbia is to be conducted at 1:…
Vernon’s senior population is significantly higher than the national average of 19% (2021 Census). The percentage of seniors in Vernon rose from 23% in 2011 to 28% in 2021 and is expected to continue rising. Recognizing the need to cultivate an age friendly community, the Vernon Seniors Action…
The City of Vernon has received a Canadian Award for Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. The recognition comes for the City’s annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021.
The Canadian Award for…
A temporary detour will be required for a portion of Longacre Drive for the next couple months, as crews conduct water and sewer upgrades in the area.
Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. on Monday, May 8, Longacre Drive will be closed to through traffic between Apollo Road and Longacre Place. Local…
The City of Vernon Parks Department and Greater Vernon Recreation Services are seeking public input to assist in assessing appropriate fee levels for facility rentals and usage, as well as identify a clear, consistent, and predictable way for setting fees and charges moving forward.
The City…
Natural disasters can happen at any time and can widely impact a community. The City encourages everyone in Vernon to be prepared for emergencies to give yourself and your loved ones’ piece of mind, safety and comfort.
May 7 -13 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada. This national awareness…
Spring freshet is underway throughout the North Okanagan, which means creek levels throughout Vernon may be fluctuating.
The City of Vernon is conducting its regular, annual freshet preparations by actively monitoring creek levels and provincial snowpack reports for our local area and checking…
The City of Vernon has an exciting opportunity for community members to join its team as volunteers in the Community Safety Unit (CSU). The CSU forms part of the City’s Protective Services department and is comprised of two teams; the Crime Prevention Program and the Community Safety Office.
Within…
Vernon’s senior population is significantly higher than the national average of 19% (2021 Census). The percentage of seniors in Vernon rose from 23% in 2011 to 28% in 2021 and is expected to continue rising. Recognizing the need to cultivate an age friendly community, the Vernon Seniors Action…
Vernon residents and businesses are invited to be part of the City’s 2024 budget planning process by taking part in a quick online survey. The survey is now available on www.engagevernon.ca and will remain open until Friday, May 26, 2023.
“This survey is intended to help Mayor and Council…
