October 06, 2024 National Fire Prevention Week National Fire Prevention Week is October 6 – 12th and this year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for […] Read more
September 29, 2024 Hurricane-Force Winds Destroy Fernie Home Hurricane-force winds tore through Fernie last evening, leaving a family homeless and the community in shock. Environment Canada’s wind warning […] Read more
September 25, 2024 Bearspaw Community First Society raises $455k The Bearspaw Community First Society’s (CFS) fifth bi-annual dinner, golf tournament, and fundraiser came together in a major way this […] Read more
September 03, 2024 Back to School Safety Reminder As kids are heading to school this week, we’re sending out this back to school safety reminder to highlight the […] Read more
September 03, 2024 A College Gets Mobile A college gets mobile as College of the Rockies (COTR) delivers accessible education through a classroom on wheels! Accessible post-secondary […] Read more
August 18, 2024 Our Trust Magazine Showcases Community Triumphs The Columbia Basin Trust has released the latest issue of Our Trust Magazine, and it’s a must-read for anyone interested […] Read more
August 18, 2024 A Greener Future Begins with Curbside Organics The City of Fernie’s decision to expand its garbage and recycling program to include curbside organics is a forward-thinking move […] Read more
August 16, 2024 The Elk Valley Water Quality Plan Updated Communities in the Elk Valley will benefit from an updated Elk Valley Water Quality Plan that will ensure cleaner, healthier […] Read more
August 14, 2024 100 new rental homes coming to Fernie and Nelson Nearly 100 new rental homes are coming for middle-income individuals, couples and families in Fernie and Nelson through BC Builds […] Read more
August 07, 2024 New Fernie Elementary School Coming More student seats are on the way for families in the Southeast Kootenay School District with funding approved for a […] Read more
August 04, 2024 Fernie’s ‘Respect the Brain Bucket’ Helmet Challenge Names July Winner In an ongoing effort to promote safety and reduce head injuries, Fernie’s “Respect the Brain Bucket Helmet Challenge” has announced […] Read more
August 01, 2024 Be Aware and Prepared Heading Into Long Weekend The East Kootenay Emergency Management Program is urging residents and visitors to be aware and prepared heading into the long […] Read more