For the mighty grizzly bear, like all wildlife, habitat is crucial. But for grizzly populations to thrive in the long […]
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Fernie Arena Technical Safety BC Report released
It is the first report released by the agencies investigating the incident and communicates that the worker deaths were caused by aging equipment failure and poor decisions: findings point to the City’s failure to replace aging equipment despite expert advice.
Campfire Ban Announced
Effective at noon on Thursday, July 26, 2018, campfires will be prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre which includes Fernie, the Elk Valley and Southcountry
First Call to Artists
The Fernie Arts Station has made its First Call to Artists for Gallery Shows in 2019.
The Lost Elephant Bike Race
Previously known as the Kootenay Gravel Grinder, The Lost Elephant explores the bikepacking paradise of the East Kootenay region.
2017 Annual Municipal Report
Take a look at the 2017 Annual Municipal Report. The report contains audited financial statements, permissive tax exemptions, and objectives and measures.
Fernie Search and Rescue performs
Be safe out there and appreciate how lucky we are to have this group to back us up. Thank you Fernie SARS!
The TransRockies Classic is Back
The TransRockies Race Series just announced the return of the TransRockies Classic Mountain Bike Stage Race, from Panorama Mountain Resort […]
Greyhound Canada to end bus service
This will end Fernie’s only public transportation service connecting with other communities. It also ends Fernie’s only the next day parcel business that many businesses rely on.
RDEK Hosts Fernie Town Hall
At the town hall public meeting Jeri Mitchell was described as a “bright star” in the Elk Valley was honoured.
Professional Reliance System has Failed BC
Last week, the B.C. government released its review of the professional reliance system, a system that has put industry in charge of water, fish and wildlife in British Columbia.
Category 2 Open Burning Ban in Effect
The SE Fire Centre / BC Wildfire Service has announced that a Category 2 Open Burning Ban started Friday July 6th at 12PM throughout the Southeast Fire Centre’s jurisdiction.







