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On Wednesday, October 15, leading up to Small Business Week, the City of Vernon and community partners will be visiting businesses as a part of the Annual Business Walks program. The Business Walks provide a quick, 5-to-10-minute check-in with local business owners or managers — designed to gather…

The City of Vernon is advising residents and motorists of a temporary road closure on 31 Avenue between 29 Street and 30 Street to facilitate utility connections for the upcoming Greater Vernon Cultural Centre. The closure will be in effect from October 14 to October 26. During this time, work…

City of Vernon Mayor and Council are still keen about the potential for future housing collaborations with both provincial and federal governments, following conversations at the recent Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention in Victoria. Vernon’s Non-Market Housing Land Task Force,…

Time is running out — the nomination period for SiriusXM Music Town closes October 5, and we need your help to bring The Beaches to Vernon for an unforgettable concert experience! Did we mention winning this contest would mean a free concert at Kal Tire Place?! Here’s how you can make a difference…

As the weather begins to cool, residents in Vernon can once again enjoy small campfires on private property, starting at 12 p.m. (noon) today. This change follows the BC Wildfire Service’s decision to lift the campfire ban in the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes the City of Vernon. If you're…

Vernon Council has returned from the 2025 Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention in Victoria, where members of Council and senior staff took part in a full week of advocacy, dialogue, and collaboration with provincial leaders and municipal peers. The focus was on advancing several key…

As summer comes to an end, residents are reminded to take care when draining pools, hot tubs, and water features to ensure it is conducted safely and responsibly. Proper drainage helps protect local streams, lakes, and our shared stormwater infrastructure. When draining pools, hot tubs, spas, or…

The City of Vernon is excited to announce an opportunity to bring a major music event to our city: SiriusXM Music Town is offering one Canadian town a chance to win an unforgettable concert experience, featuring the JUNO Award–winning band The Beaches. We want Vernon to be that town — and we need…

Motorists travelling along 32nd Street between 48th Avenue and 15th Avenue may experience minor travel delays, while crews perform annual catch basin cleaning. Work is scheduled to begin on September 23, 2025, and will occur daily from 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with an anticipated completion date of…

The City of Vernon Council is attending the 2025 Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Convention in Victoria this week, joining local governments from across the province for a week of advocacy meetings, policy discussions, and collaborative planning. The goal: to advance local priorities and…