In the early days, snow shoeing, tobogganing and skating were the winter sports most enjoyed by Fernie residents.

Fernie owes its existence to the start-up of the local coal mines in 1897 and the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1898.

The reason why two railways served the Elk Valley from 1904 to 1936 is intimately intertwined with the history of Canada, Canadian/American relations, Federal/Provincial politics, and corporate competition.

There was a time in Western Canada when vanilla extract could only be obtained from a specially licensed druggist.

It was one dramatic defining moment that brought about the architectural vista that one is presented with in downtown Fernie these days.

For at least a hundred years, visitors and residents have admired the beauty of Fernie. They have come in search of a simpler life…

Just over a century ago, populated seasonally by First Nations peoples, Fernie was a pristine wilderness.

Step into the past and discover Fernie’s rich history…

The IGS Group of Companies is pleased to announce that they will be hosting a special Centennial celebration on Friday, […]