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If you're planning to celebrate Canada Day in Vernon, parking is easy! Downtown parking is free on statutory holidays, including Canada Day, so the community is encouraged to take advantage of the many public parking options throughout the downtown core. Additional parking is available in the City…

As Canada Day approaches, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is reminding residents and visitors that consumer fireworks and sky lanterns are not permitted within the City of Vernon. With the current high fire danger rating, preventing human-caused fires is more important than ever. “With the…

The City of Vernon is reminding property owners that 2026 property taxes are due on Thursday, July 2, 2026. To avoid a 10 per cent penalty, property owners must ensure their taxes are paid in full by the deadline, including confirming that any applicable Home Owner Grant has been successfully…

Summer fun is just around the corner as Lakeview Pool prepares to welcome residents and visitors — with extended hours, new amenities, and more opportunities than ever to cool off, connect, and enjoy the sunshine.   The Lakeview Pool opens on June 26, kicking off the outdoor swim season.…

Tourism Vernon encourages residents and visitors to explore more than 500 kilometres of trails and outdoor experiences this summer. Just in time for summer, Tourism Vernon has launched a new trail map designed to help residents and visitors explore more than 500 kilometres of trails throughout…

Council met on June 22, 2026, to address a range of topics including infrastructure planning, transit operations, financial policy, and community recognition. The following highlights provide an overview of key decisions, updates, and discussions from both the Committee of the Whole and Regular…

The City of Vernon is preparing to improve local roads through its annual Road Rehabilitation Program, helping to create safer, smoother, and more reliable travel for residents, businesses, and visitors. In 2026, the City will invest $1.8 million to rehabilitate approximately 4.4 lane kilometres of…

The City of Vernon advises motorists that traffic work will take place at the intersection of 27 Street and 48 Avenue on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 4:00 a.m. to approximately 4:00 p.m. each day.City crews will be upgrading traffic signal equipment at the intersection to help…

City invites input on Active Living Centre programs The City of Vernon is inviting residents to share their ideas on recreation programming at the new Active Living Centre. As the City moves closer to opening this world-class facility, community feedback will help guide programs and services,…

580 Commonage Road DevelopmentA Special Council Meeting was held on June 1, 2026, to receive the lifecycle cost analysis report and consider second reading of the bylaw for the 580 Commonage Road Official Community Plan Amendment. Council did not approve second reading of the bylaw, so it does not…