It is with great sadness that we received the news today of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
On behalf of the City of Vernon and City Council, I would like to express our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with the members of the Royal family, the citizens of the United Kingdom and…
The Province of British Columbia, City of Vernon, and Okanagan Boys & Girls Club (BGC Okanagan) are proud to announce that families with young children in the Greater Vernon area will soon have access to more licensed child care spaces thanks to the construction of two new facilities.
A…
The 2022 General Local Election is happening on Saturday, October 15. That is when eligible voters in Vernon will elect one (1) Mayor and six (6) City Councillors.
Potential candidates are reminded that Nomination Period ends this week, which means completed nomination packages must be submitted to…
This September, an innovative program that motivates seniors to get up, get out, and get active is returning to Great Vernon Recreation Services (GVRC) and it will be free to join. Choose to Move is a program based on scientific research that motivates and supports individuals 65 or older to get…
A reminder to Vernon residents that a campfire ban remains in place within the City of Vernon.
Earlier this week, BC Wildfire Service announced it will be lifting a campfire ban within several regions across the province, including the Kamloops Fire Centre. However, all fires will remain…
In 2019, the City of Vernon Cemetery Master Plan and a new Cemetery Management Bylaw #5767 were adopted for the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. The Master Plan was developed to enhance the sustainability of the City’s cemetery services and offer an implementation plan for improved cemetery operations,…
On October 15, 2022, eligible voters in Vernon will be asked if they are in favour of borrowing up to $121 million for the purpose of developing the Active Living Centre – a new multi-purpose indoor recreation facility. To help voters make a well-informed decision, the City is distributing a series…
A brief detour will be in place for a portion of a 35th Street this week while crews upgrade utilities in the area.
Starting as early as 7:30 a.m. on Friday, September 2, 35th Street will be accessible to local traffic only between between 31st and 32nd Avenue. All other traffic will be…
The 2022 General Local Election is happening on Saturday, October 15. That is when eligible voters in Vernon will elect one (1) Mayor and six (6) City Councillors.
Nomination Period for the election opened today (Tuesday), which means candidates can now submit their completed nomination package to…
On October 15, 2022, eligible voters in Vernon will take part in a referendum for the Active Living Centre – a new multi-purpose indoor recreation facility.
The proposed facility includes several dry land spaces such as a double gymnasium with multiple sport courts; an 80-station fitness centre; a…
