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Rainfall Impact Update
March 23, 2026The City’s wastewater system is stabilizing following the recent rainfall event -
Fernie Celebrates Groundbreaking for New Childcare Centre and Affordable Homes
March 23, 2026Earlier this month we celebrated the official ground breaking for the new Pine Avenue Child Care and Affordable Housing Project that will deliver 98 new childcare spaces and 27 housing units for our community. -
Rainfall Impact Advisory: Wastewater Bypass Remains Open
March 21, 2026Despite the break in rainfall, we are still seeing very elevated wastewater flows, requiring the emergency wastewater bypass to the Elk River to remain open to prevent a system overload. -
Major Rainfall Update: Wastewater Bypass and Localized Flooding
March 20, 2026Due to sustained heavy rainfall, flows into the City’s wastewater system are exceeding what the system can safely handle, requiring the use of an emergency bypass at the Main Sewage Lift Station. -
Heavy Rainfall Straining Wastewater System
March 20, 2026Heavy overnight rain, with more expected throughout the day, is putting significant pressure on the City’s wastewater system. Reducing the amount of water entering the system is the most effective way you can help right now. -
2026 Draft Budget Receives Initial Readings
March 19, 2026Council gave initial readings to the Financial Plan (2026–2030) Bylaw at the March 17 Special Council Meeting. The bylaw is scheduled for third reading on March 24. -
Significant Rainfall Event
March 19, 2026The City of Fernie is actively monitoring conditions as a significant rain event continues in our region. -
Spring Break at the Pool and Arena
March 10, 2026From March 15 to 28 we’re offering expanded recreation opportunities for Spring Break. -
Proposed Amendments to the Municipal Ticket Information Bylaw
March 6, 2026The City of Fernie is proposing updates to its Municipal Ticket Information (MTI) Bylaw to better align with the new Building and Plumbing Bylaw adopted in 2025. -
New Spring Discretionary Grant Intake Opens
March 6, 2026The City of Fernie is accepting Discretionary Grant funding applications for the new 2026 Spring Intake. Applications are due by March 31, 2026.
