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Fernie posts Notice of Temporary Treated Effluent Discharge
The City of Fernie wishes to advise area residents that in order to dispose of excessive amounts of water in the sanitary sewer collection system,…
Bylaw officers enforcing public health orders
Municipal bylaw officers across B.C. have been directed by the provincial government to help enforce the ministerial orders issued related to the COVID-19 public health…
City pausing MPCC project as grants denied
The City of Fernie has been notified that it was unsuccessful in grant applications for funding for the construction of a new Multi-Purpose Community Centre (MPCC). Federal…
Municipal facility closures update for Fernie
To assist provincial measures aimed at containing the spread of COVID-19 during the ongoing public health emergency, the City of Fernie has closed the following…
City supports Elk Valley Pride Festival
By Erin Knutson The City of Fernie granted the Fernie Pride Society’s (FPR) request for support for its fall slated 2020 Elk Valley Pride Festival…
Fernie closing council meetings to public
City of Fernie council meetings will be closed to the public until the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency. On March 26, the Minister…
A message about COVID-19 from Fernie
The City of Fernie has released a video outlining advice and information surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, from local musicians, Mayor Ange Qualizza (pictured) and medical…
Fernie shutting public playgrounds, washrooms
Effective immediately all playgrounds and play structures in the City of Fernie are closed. Parks and trails remain open, but all public washrooms are closed….
Outstanding utility fees waived, deadline extended
The City of Fernie has taken the first step in providing direct relief to residents and businesses by extending the due date for first quarter…