Tag: Regional District of North Okanagan

Advanced voting for RDNO begins today

Oct. 14 and Oc. 15 are the advanced voting days for the Regional District of North Okanagan Electoral Areas B, C, D and F at the 9848 Aberdeen Road in Coldstream from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Waste disposal decreases in the North Okanagan

For the fourth consecutive year, the total amount of waste send to the Regional District of North Okanagan landfills has decreased, despite the increase in population. 

RDNO launches new public map portal

The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) has launched its new public map portal on its website.

North Okanagan Water Recovery Project moves ahead

The North Okanagan Water Recovery Project (NOWRP), a sewer and water reclamation system is now under construction in Spallumcheen.

Precautionary Water Quality Advisory issued for Kalamalka Lake Water Source

The Regional District of North Okanagan has issued a precautionary Water Quality Advisory for Greater Vernon Water customers supplied by the Kalamalka Lake water source.

More properties on evacuation order in Electoral Area B downgraded for Bradley Creek Wildfire

The evacuation order issued for some properties west of Irish Creek Road in the Regional District of North Okanagan Electoral Area B due to the Bradley Creek FSR Wildfire has now been rescinded and downgraded to an alert.

RDNO urges residents to remain vigilant amid elevated wildfire risk

The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) is reminding residents to be well prepared for possible evacuation, as current weather and environmental conditions may create an elevated wildfire risk. 

Officials provide update on Bradley Creek Wildfire and its impacts

The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) and the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness (EMCR) held an update this morning, Aug. 4, describing the impacts of the Bradley Creek wildfire and what comes next.

Expanded evacuation alerts issued due to Bradley Creek Wildfire

Another evacuation alert has been issued by the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) at the Emergency Operations Centre to the Bradley Creek FSR Wildfire. 

Regional partnership expands reclaimed water program to support agriculture customers

The City of Vernon has partnered with the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) to expand the use of reclaimed water to support on-site agricultural irrigation and respond to ongoing drought conditions.

Greater Vernon Advisory Committee discuss emergency measures to help increase water availability

The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee and senior staff from the Ministries of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship and Agriculture and Food discussed emergency measures that they said could help increase water availability for Greater Vernon residents and agricultural users.

RDNO begins agricultural water shutoffs as allocations run dry

The Regional District of North Okanagan said some agricultural users have reached their full seasonal water allocation.

RDNO addresses water restriction challenges

The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) has addressed the challenges and impacts that the Stage 3 water restrictions have on the community. 

New trail map showcasing Vernon as Trails Capital of B.C.

Tourism Vernon has launched a new trail map designed to help residents and visitors explore more than 500 km of trails throughout Greater Vernon.

Lakeview Pool opens tomorrow with extended summer hours

The Lakeview Pool is kicking off the outdoor swim season tomorrow, with Lavington Pool anticipated to open later in July, pending mechanical repairs.

Minor changes to Stage 3 water restrictions following meeting

The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) has made minor changes to its Stage 3 water restrictions enforcements following expressed concerns from residents
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