The City of Vernon continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation in British Columbia and follow the directives and guidance of health authorities, senior levels of government, and WorkSafe BC in its response to the local impacts of the global pandemic.
Effective Thursday, July 1, the City of…
Starting July 1, residents and visitors are invited to take part in a unique Downtown Vernon opportunity and activate their summer at the 2900 Plaza.
In collaboration with the Downtown Vernon Association, the 2900-block of 30th Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic and a pedestrian plaza will…
Effective at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 campfires will be prohibited within the City of Vernon.
The current hot and dry conditions in the region are expected to continue, therefore, the ban is issued to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. The ban…
The City would like to advise the public that several sidewalks across Vernon have heaved as a result of expansion, due to extreme hot weather. Crews will mark the locations as they are discovered; however, repairs will not be made until the extreme heat passes.
The City encourages residents and…
The City of Vernon is continuing its response to an extreme heat event in the North Okanagan.
A drop-in community cooling centre is available at Kal Tire Place (3445 43rd Avenue) from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily, for the duration of the heat wave. Thanks to a donation of supplies by the Vernon…
Emergencies can happen anytime and Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is taking steps to ready itself for the height of wildfire season and reminding citizens and visitors about the important things we can all do to keep each other safe.
Already this year, fire departments across the North Okanagan…
On June 22, 2021, B.C.’s Provincial Health Officer (PHO) amended a Health Order regarding gatherings and events. The amended Order now allows members of the public (including the media) to attend City Council meetings and public hearings, within a defined set of parameters. The amended Order…
In response to the heat warning issued by Environment Canada for the North Okanagan, City of Vernon Operations teams will be making temporary adjustments to some of the outside work hours required to maintain services and protect employee health.
Starting Monday, June 28, residents and visitors may…
The City of Vernon would like to remind property owners that 2021 property taxes are due by 4:30 p.m. on July 2, 2021. A 10% penalty will be applied to unpaid balances and unclaimed Home Owner Grants on July 3, 2021.
“In addition to payment, homeowners are reminded that they need to submit a…
The City of Vernon continues to take steps to respond to a heat warning issued by Environment Canada, with forecasted daytime highs expected to be between 35 to 40 degrees into next week.
Starting Sunday, June 27, Kal Tire Place will be accessible as a drop-in cooling centre for members of the…
