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Bradley Creek wildfire Emergency Support Services update
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August 1, 2026 11:07 p.m. update:The Reception Centre at Kal Tire Place remains open to support evacuees requiring in-person assistance. Staff will continue processing everyone who is already in line this evening. The Reception Centre will close overnight once those individuals have been assisted…
Reception Centre opens at Kal Tire Place to support Bradley Creek wildfire evacuees
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The City of Vernon Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has been activated to respond to the Bradley Creek FSR wildfire (K41351).   Individuals displaced by evacuation orders can access Emergency Support Services (ESS) at the Reception Centre located at Kal Tire Place, 3445 43rd Avenue, Vernon.…
Early morning construction hours may occur during periods of hot weather
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To support worker safety during periods of hot weather, construction crews working on major City of Vernon projects may begin work earlier than regular hours when forecasted temperatures are expected to exceed 30 degrees Celsius. Projects that may be impacted include the construction of the Active…
Fall Recreation Guide now available – registration opens soon
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The City of Vernon is inviting residents to explore recreation opportunities for the season ahead with the release of its refreshed Fall Recreation Guide, now available online and at community locations throughout Vernon. The guide features information on upcoming programs, activities, registration…
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Regional fire departments strengthened wildfire response capabilities through a joint fire boat training exercise
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Firefighters from North Westside Fire Rescue, Lake Country Fire Department, and Vernon Fire Rescue Services came together on July 28 to conduct a collaborative training exercise along Eastside Road in Vernon, practicing the use of a fire boat to provide a water supply for fire engines operating on…
City of Vernon receives $3 million in infrastructure funding through the Build Communities Strong Fund
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The City of Vernon is receiving $3 million through the Strategic Priorities Fund to deliver active transportation and safety improvements along Kalamalka Lake Road. The funding is provided under the federally funded Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) Community stream, which supports…
Regional partnership expands reclaimed water program to support agriculture customers
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The City of Vernon has partnered with the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) to expand the use of reclaimed water to support on-site agricultural irrigation and respond to ongoing drought conditions. Provincial approval has been granted to temporarily connect the City of Vernon’s reclaimed…
Temporary lane closure on 32 Ave coming July 28 for road and intersection upgrades
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Motorists are advised of a temporary lane closure on 32 Avenue between 32 Street and 33 Street on July 28 as road and intersection improvement work takes place. Work will begin at 3:00 a.m. and is expected to be completed by 7:00 p.m. The project includes road grinding, installation of new traffic…
Highlights from the July 20 Council Meeting
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Youth leading climate actionCouncil received an update from Vernon’s Youth Climate Corps BC team, highlighting how six local youth are helping advance climate action projects across the community this summer. Building on the success of last year’s program, the initiative provides hands-on…
City of Vernon promotes water safety during National Drowning Prevention Week
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With lakes, pools, and waterways at the heart of life in the Okanagan, the City of Vernon is encouraging residents to make water safety a priority during National Drowning Prevention Week. Water activities are a cherished part of summer, but they also come with risks. National Drowning Prevention…