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The City of Vernon will begin construction of a new crosswalk on Silver Star Road next week, located between Cunningham Road and McDonald Road. This crosswalk will improve safety for people walking and cycling, and provide better access to the shared pathway along Silver Star Road. The pathway…

The City of Vernon is advising residents and motorists that a temporary road surface repair will take place on Highway 97 southbound between Coldstream Avenue and 25 Avenue on Sunday, March 29.The work is required following a water main break on March 20. Crews completed the necessary underground…

City earns Canadian award for financial reporting Mayor Cumming recognized the Director of Financial Services, on behalf of the Finance Division, for receiving the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association for the fiscal year ending December 31,…

The City of Vernon is pleased to announce that the first intake period for the new Community Event Partnership Grant will open April 1–30, 2026. Community groups, event organizers, and individuals planning to host events in Vernon are encouraged to apply. The Community Event Partnership Grant,…

The City of Vernon is advising residents and local businesses that construction is scheduled to begin March 16, 2026 on 15th Street between Highway 6 and 15th Avenue. The work will complete utility service upgrades required for the development at 1601 15th Street and will support growth in the area…

Canadian Mental Health Association Provides Update on Foundry North OkanaganCouncil received a presentation from the Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon & District with an update on the progress of Foundry North Okanagan — a new integrated wellness centre that will provide mental health,…

The City of Vernon is advising motorists of a temporary road closure on Tronson Road, while crews perform sanitary maintenance in the area. Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, the westbound lane of Tronson Road between Okanagan Landing Road and Lakeshore Road will be closed and is…

Get ready to move, play, and connect this season! Registration for the City of Vernon’s spring recreation programs and summer camps opens Monday, March 9 at 7:30 a.m. for Vernon Residency Program (VRP) members. Residents from surrounding communities who are not part of the Vernon Residency Program…

Construction on the 43rd Avenue Corridor Improvement Project will begin Monday, March 2. This key transportation initiative will support Vernon’s growing community and enhance connections to the new Active Living Centre.The project will improve safety, traffic flow, and mobility between the Alexis…

The City of Vernon is investing over $25 million into infrastructure projects this year, continuing to pave the way for a sustainable and vibrant future for the community.   From major road upgrades and safer active transportation routes to new playgrounds, recreation facility…