City of Vernon - Local Government

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OUR MISSION: To deliver effective and efficient local government services that benefit our citizens, our businesses, our environment and our future.

🎒 Back to school means back to school-zone safety! 🚸With students returning to classrooms, our streets are once again bu...
09/04/2026

🎒 Back to school means back to school-zone safety! 🚸

With students returning to classrooms, our streets are once again busier with children walking, cycling, rolling and being dropped off on their way to and from school.

🚗 Slow down and obey posted school-zone speed limits
📵 Put your phone away and stay focused on the road
🚌 Stop for school buses when their lights are flashing
🚸 Watch carefully for children at crosswalks and intersections
🚲 Give people walking, cycling and rolling plenty of space
👀 Expect the unexpected, especially around schools and playgrounds

Remember: unless otherwise posted, school zones are 30 km/h from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on school days.

A few extra seconds of patience can help make sure everyone gets to school, and home again, safely.

Learn more about back-to-school road safety from ICBC: https://bit.ly/3UA4hiA

What would make getting around Vernon feel safer?🚶‍♀️🚲🚌🚗 Whether you walk, roll, bike, take transit or drive, we want to...
09/04/2026

What would make getting around Vernon feel safer?🚶‍♀️🚲🚌🚗

Whether you walk, roll, bike, take transit or drive, we want to hear about your experiences on Vernon’s streets and pathways.

The City is developing a Safe Transportation Checklist to help guide how transportation safety is considered when planning, designing, operating and maintaining our roads and pathways.

Your feedback will help us better understand:
📍 Where you think transportation safety could be improved
💬 What safety concerns you experience
💡 What improvements you think should be prioritized

Take the online survey and help shape safer transportation in Vernon.

👉 Learn more and have your say: letstalkvernon.ca/safe-transportation-checklist

🍂 Fall recreation programs are underway and spots are filling quickly!Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, tr...
09/03/2026

🍂 Fall recreation programs are underway and spots are filling quickly!

Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, try something new, support your wellness goals, or keep little ones active and engaged, there's still time to register for a variety of fall programs.

Programs include:

🏋️ Yoga, Pilates, HIIT and strength classes
👧 Child and youth recreation programs
☯️ Gentle Qigong and wellness-focused offerings
⛸️ Boots to Blades II learn-to-skate programs

Don't miss out. Secure your spot today before programs fill!

🔗 Register online at vernon.ca/rec

All City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) are temporarily closed due to wet weather. The closure ...
09/03/2026

All City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) are temporarily closed due to wet weather. The closure is necessary to protect the turf and ensures the fields stay in good condition for everyone to enjoy.

Field closures also extend to all School District #22 fields and District of Coldstream. Fields are scheduled to reopen tomorrow, unless otherwise noted.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to keep our fields in great shape.

Learn more at vernon.ca/news

🚗 Do you want to learn more about electric vehicles?Visit Plug’n Drive’s Western Mobile EV Education Trailer at Kal Tire...
09/03/2026

🚗 Do you want to learn more about electric vehicles?

Visit Plug’n Drive’s Western Mobile EV Education Trailer at Kal Tire Place, Vernon, BC to experience electric mobility hands-on.

Whether you're curious about range, charging, winter performance, or EV incentives, Plug’n Drive’s EV Ambassadors will be on-site to offer clear, unbiased answers to help you find the right EV for your lifestyle.

📍 Kal Tire Place, 3445 43rd Ave., Vernon, BC
📅 September 3 to October 4, Thursday to Sunday

Walk-in or reserve a test drive here: plugndrive.ca/event/meet-vernon/

🏕️🔥Campfires return to Vernon at 12 p.m. on September 3.While cooler temperatures and recent precipitation have reduced ...
09/02/2026

🏕️🔥Campfires return to Vernon at 12 p.m. on September 3.

While cooler temperatures and recent precipitation have reduced wildfire risk, residents are reminded to enjoy campfires safely and responsibly. Category 2 and 3 open fires remain prohibited.

The BC Wildfire Service has also rescinded the off-road vehicle prohibition throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre. Residents using off-road vehicles are encouraged to continue exercising caution.

Visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/4x2iXVm

🚨 Update: Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) continues to respond to the structure fire that occurred in the 2600 block ...
09/01/2026

🚨 Update: Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) continues to respond to the structure fire that occurred in the 2600 block of 43rd Avenue on Monday, Aug. 31.

Firefighters remain on scene alongside the RCMP, and a fire investigation is underway. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and no injuries have been reported.

Residents can expect to see smoke throughout the day as crews continue to monitor conditions. The firewall performed as intended and helped limit the spread of the fire, reducing damage to the sanctuary.

Thank you to our firefighters, regional fire service partners, the RCMP, BC Emergency Health Services, FortisBC, BC Hydro, and all those who assisted in the response.

No further updates will be provided unless conditions change significantly.

🗳️ Want to be part of Vernon Votes 2026?The City of Vernon is looking for reliable, community-minded people to join our ...
09/01/2026

🗳️ Want to be part of Vernon Votes 2026?

The City of Vernon is looking for reliable, community-minded people to join our election team for the 2026 General Local Election.

Election workers help welcome and direct voters, issue ballots, support voting operations and make sure voting day runs smoothly.

✅ Paid positions
✅ Training provided
✅ No previous election experience required
✅ Opportunities during Advance Voting and General Voting Day

Advance Voting: October 7 & 14
General Voting Day: October 17

Applications are being accepted until all the positions are filled.

Learn more and apply: vernon.ca/elections

‼️Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) are currently on scene responding to a structure fire in the 2600 block of 43rd Ave...
09/01/2026

‼️Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) are currently on scene responding to a structure fire in the 2600 block of 43rd Avenue.

Approximately 35 firefighters are on scene from VFRS, Coldstream Fire Rescue, Armstrong-Spallumcheen Fire Rescue, and BX/Swan Lake Fire Rescue.

Firefighters continue to action the fire to bring it under control. The public is asked to avoid the area to allow crews to safely carry out operations.

Crews will remain on scene overnight to continue firefighting operations.

No injuries have been reported and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

🚧 Northbound 15th Street Closure ExtendedThe northbound closure on 15th Street will remain in place until September 30, ...
08/31/2026

🚧 Northbound 15th Street Closure Extended

The northbound closure on 15th Street will remain in place until September 30, 2026, as work continues on the developer-led project at 1601 15th Street.

Northbound traffic will continue to be detoured via Highway 6 and Pottery Road, while southbound traffic remains open.

The City of Vernon is sharing this information on behalf of the developer to help keep residents and motorists informed of the extended closure and potential traffic impacts.

Find more information and a map of the work area online: https://bit.ly/4h196KC

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3400 30 Street
Vernon, BC
V1T5E6

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+12505451361

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