January 18, 2026 City of Fernie Hires Planning and Development Services Director The City of Fernie hires a Planning and Development Services Director, welcoming Jeremy Johnston to a leadership role many in […] Read more
January 16, 2026 Canadian Institute of Mining Crowsnest Chapter Relaunches After approximately ten years of dormancy, the Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM) Crowsnest Chapter is excited to announce its relaunch, […] Read more
January 15, 2026 Eaves and Bruns Bring Music, Wine, and Giving to Fernie Eaves and Bruns, two remarkable figures from the worlds of skiing, adventure, and music are coming to Fernie this February—not […] Read more
January 15, 2026 B.C. opens public review of coal mine expansion The proposed expansion of Elk Valley Resources’ (EVR) Fording River coal mine formally entered British Columbia’s environmental assessment process public […] Read more
January 15, 2026 Fording River Extension Review Opens Public Conversation The Fording River Extension (FRX) Project has entered a new phase of public review, with the Impact Assessment Agency of […] Read more
January 14, 2026 Columbia Basin Trust supports Climate-Resilient Community Spaces Basin communities are taking steps to strengthen their ability to respond to the impacts of climate change with support from […] Read more
January 13, 2026 Fernie Transfer Station Review: Why Local Voices Matter Now The Fernie transfer station system is finally under review, and for a community that prides itself on environmental responsibility, this […] Read more
January 13, 2026 Rotary Club of Fernie: 2025 Was a Year of Impact The Rotary Club of Fernie held its first business meeting of 2026 on January 7. In addition to regular agenda […] Read more
January 12, 2026 ORCBC Is Out of Touch With the Elk River The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) released its 2026 Endangered Rivers List with a familiar mix of valid concern […] Read more
January 10, 2026 Fernie City Councillor Kyle Hamilton Announces Mayoral Run Fernie city councillor Kyle Hamilton has announced his intention to run for mayor in the October municipal election, citing experience, […] Read more
January 08, 2026 Basin Libraries Enhance Accessibility Basin libraries across British Columbia are working to ensure everyone can access information, ideas and services. Building on this commitment, […] Read more
January 08, 2026 2026 Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Avalanche Bursary Recipients The Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club (FTSTC) has announced the recipients of its 2026 Avalanche Bursary Program, awarding a […] Read more