There is something cozy and special about the winter months and curling up with a good book or a cup of cocoa by the fireplace. But along with the warm glow of a fire and the addition of festive holiday décor throughout the house, Vernon Fire Rescue Services is offering simple and friendly…
The first day of winter is right around the corner and with it, we’re expecting to see an extended cold snap.
Environment Canada is forecasting periods of snow over the weekend and falling temperatures for the week ahead. Beginning as early as Sunday, temperatures are expected to dip to as…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services is reminding the public of the importance of slowing down and taking extra care when passing emergency scenes on the road, particularly during the winter season when road conditions can change quickly due to colder temperatures, snow, or ice.
“Safety is our top…
As of January 1, 2023, Recreation Services is simplifying how the public can access drop-in, non-instructed recreation activities.
Instead of having to purchase different passes for different activities (such as public swimming and public skating), customers will purchase a single, universal access…
The Vernon Regional Airport was the scene of an imaginary plane crash on Wednesday, that saw a cross-agency response from a number of local organizations and City staff members.
The Vernon Regional Airport hosted a table top emergency exercise that included collaboration with the Vernon North…
The City of Vernon and members of IAFF Local 1517 have ratified a five (5) year Collective Agreement for the period between January 1, 2020 and December 31, 2024.
“Council would like to express appreciation for the hard work of both negotiating teams in concluding bargaining and in reaching this…
As we get closer to winter solstice and the shortest amount of daylight hours in the day, the City of Vernon is reminding everyone to slow down and take care of each other on our roadways. Pedestrian fatalities in BC increase 54% between October and January, according to ICBC.
“Collisions involving…
An impressive 507 Vernon and North Okanagan riders joined others across the province in riding their bikes, scooters, skateboards and other small wheels during Fall GoByBike Weeks, held from October 3-16, 2022.
The City of Vernon would like to thank everyone who joined the challenge. Over…
Vernon City Council has debated, amended and endorsed the 2023 budget presented within the 2023 – 2027 Financial Plan, with a total budget increase of 4.79%, which includes a:
1.47% increase for annual operating expenses;
1.90% increase for the final installment of the 10-year infrastructure levy…
An outdoor recreation favourite has returned for another season of winter fun. Recreation Services staff are pleased to announce the Centennial Outdoor Rink is officially open.
The outdoor rink provides opportunities for free public skating and shinny for citizens of all ages, and allows them to…
