The heavy rainfall in the Elk Valley has has increased the risk of localized flooding. The City of Fernie has […]

Our very first Elk Valley Strong purchase was to these lovely ladies who got to pick an independent business within the Elk Valley to donate $10 from their t-shirts to!

This next phase of re-opening is focused on high use and higher risk outdoor amenities and will coincide with the launch of the new Community Ambassador Program.

I watch the moon from a hot tub. The moon, the first star a planet, which one I don’t know. I watch the moon slide down toward the ridge of the Lizards.

As we prepare our businesses and community to be ready for phase 3 of BC’s Restart Plan, there are a whole raft of new challenges facing our members.

As we enter more relaxed pandemic restrictions, we welcome you as valued part time Fernie citizens that I know personally contribute greatly to our town in many ways and for that we thank you and look forward to seeing you again.

It’s tough to wrap your head around: in BC, there are enough resource roads to drive from Vancouver to Halifax […]

The amazing Fernie Secondary Rainbow Club is continuing to meet every Wednesday at noon (via Zoom) to chat and check […]

The money will be used to offset the costs associated with fencing the perimeter of the park, ensuring separation with traffic and pedestrians, and providing a contained space for socialization.

As part of the phased re-opening plan, Community Ambassadors will help create awareness and educate on the importance of physical distancing, and the safe use of shared spaces.

In an effort to support “staying local and avoiding unnecessary travel,” BC Parks is also implementing measures that will give B.C. residents “preferential treatment” when it comes to campsite booking this summer.

The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a negative spotlight on bats, due to concerns over BC bats carrying the virus. This […]