July 24, 2025 Fernie’s Firehall Dilemma — Safety, Transparency, and the Price of Progress Fernie stands at a crossroads—one that pits community safety against the preservation of cherished recreational space. At stake is a […] Read more
July 24, 2025 Accessory Dwelling Units RDEK Zoning Update A new planning process aimed at identifying needed updates to Regional District of East Kootenay zoning and land use bylaw […] Read more
July 16, 2025 The Morrissey Boat Launch Upgrades Celebrated The Morrissey boat launch, one of the most loved and utilized river access sites along the Elk River, was finally […] Read more
July 15, 2025 City of Fernie Launches Online Tracking for Building Permits The City of Fernie has introduced new online tracking for building permits, a resource designed to improve transparency and communication […] Read more
July 08, 2025 EVR and Elk Valley Field House Society announce $1 million donation Elk Valley Resources (EVR) and the Elk Valley Field House Society today announced a $1 million donation by EVR to […] Read more
June 28, 2025 Fernie’s Building and Development Community Sees Progress on Permit Delays Issue Fernie’s Building and Development Community sent a strong, united message to City Hall this week, calling for clear, accountable, and […] Read more
June 21, 2025 Fernie’s Development Community Demands Action on Permit Delays Fernie’s builders, contractors, and local business community demands action on permit delays. They have raised their voices in unison and […] Read more
May 29, 2025 Elkford Seniors Housing Opens Residents of Elkford now have access to a much-needed community asset: newly completed seniors housing that provides 25 affordable one-bedroom […] Read more
May 07, 2025 Fernie Real Estate Market Update – Spring 2025 The Fernie real estate market is showing healthy activity this spring, marked by increased listings, fluctuating prices, and evolving buyer […] Read more
April 24, 2025 Children and families recreation supported in 25 communities Children and families will soon have more ways to enjoy local indoor and outdoor recreation. With support from Columbia Basin […] Read more
April 11, 2025 City of Fernie Seeks Input on New Fire Hall Project The City of Fernie is inviting residents to participate in a community survey regarding the urgent need for a new […] Read more
April 09, 2025 Non-Profit SMART Grants Available for Columbia Basin Organizations Columbia Basin non-profit organizations and First Nations have a timely opportunity to significantly improve their environmental impact through the Non-Profit […] Read more