We in Fernie are very lucky to have such a dedicated team of firefighters, coordinators, and helicopter pilots. We thank you for working so hard to keep our valley fire free.

The Trust helps non-profit organizations build capacity, become more sustainable and become more efficient through its Non-profit Advisors program. Non-profits can have their organizations assessed for free

In the interest of public safety, effective at noon Pacific Time on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, all Crown land within the Rocky Mountain Natural Resource District is closed to public access.

Fernie’s Mountain Lakes Trail was officially renamed Heiko’s Trail this August to celebrate the life of one of Fernie’s renowned residents, Heiko Socher.

It’s time for the City to update policy that supports our quickly evolving cycling community.

Columbia Basin Trust delivers $39 million in programs and services last year

WildSafeBC recommends certified communal bear resistant dumpsters rather than curb side collection for developments and businesses on the outside perimeter in prime wildlife habitat.

Lightening stuck the Lizard Range in Big Steep Mother Bowl just before 7PM and fortunately the fire was quickly extinguished due to several factors.

Columbia Basin Trust provides $900,000 this year through its new Energy Retrofit Program

All on-highway vehicles must remain on defined road surfaces–this effective eliminates crown land camping

There have been several cougar sightings at Island Lake Lodge in the past week. All trails are open at this time.

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