Latest News

  • Category 3 Open Fire to be Prohibited Effective May 21, 2026

    May 19, 2026

    Effective at 1:00 p.m. (MDT) on Thursday, May 21, 2026, Category 3 open fire will be prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre, which includes the Rocky Mountain Natural Resource District (Fernie) and the Selkirk Natural Resource District. This prohibition is being enacted to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.
  • City Provides $8,900 in Grant Funding to Community Organizations

    May 11, 2026

    The City’s Discretionary Grant program supports community organizations that provide beneficial programs, services, and projects in Fernie.
  • 2026 Elkview Crescent Groundwater Study

    May 11, 2026

    The City has engaged a hydrogeological consultant (ISL Engineering) to investigate groundwater movement near Elkview Crescent to help determine likely causes of groundwater entering basements and potential mitigation options.

Upcoming Events

  • Committee of the Whole Meeting

    May 19, 2026 6:30pm - 10:00pm

    A Committee of the Whole Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 19, at 6:30 pm at the Fernie Senior Citizens Drop-In Centre (562 3 Avenue, Fernie, BC).

  • Special Meeting of Council

    May 19, 2026 7:00pm - 10:00pm

    A Special Meeting of Council will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm at the Fernie Senior Citizens Drop-In Centre (562 3 Avenue, Fernie, BC).

  • Regular Meeting of Council

    May 26, 2026 6:30pm - 10:00pm

    A Regular Meeting of Council will be held on Tuesday, May 26, at 6:30 pm at the Fernie Senior Citizens Drop-In Centre (562 3 Avenue, Fernie, BC).