Effective at noon on Friday, September 22 campfires will once again be allowed throughout the Elk Valley and Southeast Fire Centre.
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Carve for a Cause
The second annual Carve for a Cause event will once again be raising money for Elk Valley Hospice and one […]
Fernie Backcountry is Open
campfire prohibitions remain in effect throughout the Cariboo Fire Centre, Kamloops Fire Centre and Southeast Fire Centre.
Elk Valley Evacuation and Health Alert: Updated
The Elk Valley received precipitation overnight and the rain and cold temperatures are contributing to less aggressive fire behaviour. As […]
Fernie & BC Wildfire Update
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.
CBT Non-profit Workshops
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
Fernie and Area Backcountry Closed
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.
Heiko’s Trail Rediscovered
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.
Fernie Downtown Cycling Solutions
It’s time for the City to update policy that supports our quickly evolving cycling community.
CBT Benefits Residents
Columbia Basin Trust delivers $39 million in programs and services last year
Wildlife and new Developments
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 Strike starts Fernie Fire
Lightening stuck the Lizard Range in Big Steep Mother Bowl just before 7PM and fortunately the fire was quickly extinguished due to several factors.
| Overnight | 24h | 48h | 7 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 11 cm |
| 0.0 in | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | 4.3 in |
| Base | This Season |
|---|---|
| 244 cm | 797 cm |
| 96.1 in | 313.8 in |








