As Mayor, I am extremely proud of the work accomplished by both Council, the City’s Administration and contractors over the last year. As we prepare to close out 2022, I’d like to share some of the milestones we reached as a community.
Vernon, like the rest of southern British Columbia, finds…
Are you hitting the highway soon to visit family or friends for the holiday season? Heading up to the local hill for a staycation and a day of skiing? No matter what your plans are or where you’re headed, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) and the City are offering these simple safety reminders to…
The holidays are here, and along with the parties, dinners, and gifting traditions, often comes an increase in household waste. Managing your household waste over the holiday season doesn’t have to be a chore. It can be as easy as 1, 2, 3.
1) Recycle first
Place wrapping paper, gift bags, gift…
Greater Vernon Recreation Services is excited to announce the return of Toonie swims at the Vernon Aquatic Centre, offering a low-cost opportunity for residents to get out and get active throughout the winter season.
These popular public swim times will begin during the holiday break with the…
Residents of the City of Vernon, District of Coldstream, and B.X. are encouraged to recycle their fresh Christmas trees, free of charge, through the Christmas tree disposal program. Trees may be dropped off for recycling between December 25, 2022 and January 16, 2023.
If you choose to use this…
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…
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…
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…
