Latest News
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Volunteer Weed Pull at Maiden Lake
July 23, 2026The Elk River Alliance is inviting community members to help remove spotted knapweed around Maiden Lake during two upcoming volunteer weed pulls. -
Campfire Ban in Effect
July 20, 2026As of July 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Mountain Time, a campfire ban is in effect for the City of Fernie. -
Notice of Stage 2 Water Restrictions
July 20, 2026Due to increased demand on our water system, Stage 2 Outdoor Water Use Regulations will come into effect on Wednesday, July 22 at 2:00 p.m. -
Curbside Collection Update
July 20, 2026The City is working with our new curbside collection contractor, SRP Projects, to address concerns around the timing of cart pickups and missed collections. -
Water Quality Advisory for Ridgemont Rescinded
July 20, 2026Effective immediately, the City of Fernie has rescinded the Water Quality Advisory issued for the Ridgemont neighbourhood on July 14, 2026. -
Pine Ave Construction Update
July 16, 2026The full road closure on Pine Ave has been reduced to single-lane alternating traffic with flagging crews. Traffic delays are expected in the area until the road is reopened to two-way traffic, anticipated to occur later this evening. -
Aquatic Centre and Splash Park Reopens to the Public
July 16, 2026The Aquatic Centre is open to the public following an unexpected closure earlier this week. -
Water Shutoff and Facility Closure at Fernie Aquatic Centre and Splash Park
July 14, 2026The Aquatic Centre, Splash Park, and public washrooms are closed to public due to complications during the water service tie in for the Pine Ave Child Care Centre. -
City Receives Provincial Penalty Related to Wastewater Permit Compliance
July 13, 2026The City of Fernie has received a $13,395 administrative penalty from the provincial Ministry of Environment and Parks for compliance issues related to the City’s wastewater treatment permit. -
Fernie Aquatic Centre Temporarily Closed for Repairs Following Power Outage
July 13, 2026The pool is closed to the public while maintenance staff assess the extent of the damage and required repairs.



