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BMX with the Mayor | Thursday, September 7th
Posted on August 22, 2017

BMX with the Mayor | Thursday, September 7th

Join Mayor Richman for a run on the BMX track and some free popsicles! When: Thursday, September 7th @ 6pm-8pmWhen: Pemberton BMX Track (off Cottonwood Street)Everyone welcome!  Come meet Mayor Richman…

Road Works to Take Place on Portage Road on Wednesday, August 23rd
Posted on August 18, 2017

Road Works to Take Place on Portage Road on Wednesday, August 23rd

Weather permitting, Mainroad will be grinding and paving Portage Road between Highway 99 and the roundabout on Wednesday, August 23rd. Be prepared for minor delays as there will be single lane alternating…

Public Notice | Flood Protection Works and Trail Closures
Posted on August 16, 2017

Public Notice | Flood Protection Works and Trail Closures

Due to the November 2016 high water event, the Pemberton Valley Dyking District is required to remove sediment fromPemberton Creek for flood protection purposes. This work will take 4 days to complete…

Pemberton Fire Rescue Recruiting Paid On-Call Firefighters
Posted on August 16, 2017

Pemberton Fire Rescue Recruiting Paid On-Call Firefighters

Pemberton Fire Rescue is actively recruiting new paid on-call members. Interested applicants should be permanent residents of Pemberton and able to commit a minimum of three hours a week for training.…

Public Notice | Level 3+ Watering Restrictions in Effect for August 8th
Posted on August 03, 2017

Public Notice | Level 3+ Watering Restrictions in Effect for August 8th

Due to the prolonged dry weather we are experiencing, the Village has moved to Level 3 Watering Restrictions, plus sprinklers and car washing are prohibited. Water restrictions are set by the Village…

Public Notice | Smoky Skies Bulletin Issued
Posted on August 01, 2017

Public Notice | Smoky Skies Bulletin Issued

August 1, 2017 - The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, in collaboration with Vancouver Coastal Health, has issued a Smoky Skies Bulletin. The current weather pattern over the BC coast…

Public Notice | Special weather statement for Pemberton issued by Environment Canada
Posted on July 31, 2017

Public Notice | Special weather statement for Pemberton issued by Environment Canada

A massive ridge of high pressure will build over southern BC through Thursday, leading to several days of hot weather. Daytime maximum temperatures will soar into the mid to upper 30's through midweek.…

Community Advisory - Mt. Currie Seismic Survey Work & Public Safety Risk Assessment
Posted on July 26, 2017

Community Advisory - Mt. Currie Seismic Survey Work & Public Safety Risk Assessment

Community Advisory - Mt. Currie Seismic Survey Work & Public Safety Risk Assessment As part of the Mt. Currie Safety Risk Assessment, licensed blasters will be conducting Seismic Refraction Surveys commencing…

Short Term Vacation Rentals, What's the Deal? |  Survey and Info Briefings
Posted on July 24, 2017

Short Term Vacation Rentals, What's the Deal? | Survey and Info Briefings

Did you miss the Community Session on Short Term Vacation Rentals?  Not to worry!  Here's how you can Have Your Say: 1.  Read the below Short Term Rental Briefings Current Situation BriefingPractices…

Posted on July 22, 2017

Update | Water Service Interruption

The Village is aware of water service issues in the Benchlands neighbourhood. Crews are on site and service is expected to be restored by 10:30pm this evening (July 22nd). Once service has been restored,…

Notice to Aviators - 2017 Paragliding Nationals Competition, July 21st to July 29th
Posted on July 21, 2017

Notice to Aviators - 2017 Paragliding Nationals Competition, July 21st to July 29th

Please note, 2017 Paragliding Nationals competition is taking place in the Pemberton Valley from July 21st until July 29th and remind aviators to check the NOTAM schedule as it will be updated on a daily…

Media Release | Village of Pemberton Collaborates with Regional Partners to Seek Transit Solutions
Posted on July 21, 2017

Media Release | Village of Pemberton Collaborates with Regional Partners to Seek Transit Solutions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 21, 2017 VILLAGE OF PEMBERTON COLLABORATES WITH REGIONAL PARTNERS TO SEEK TRANSIT SOLUTIONS PEMBERTON, BC –  The Village of Pemberton is currently working with regional partners…

Pemberton Valley Transit Service Interruptions | Sunday, July 30th
Posted on July 20, 2017

Pemberton Valley Transit Service Interruptions | Sunday, July 30th

Public Notice | Pemberton Valley Transit Service Interruptions on Sunday, July 30th On Sunday, July 30, 2017 there will be major disruptions to Transit Service from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. due to the Subaru…

Increased Smoke within the Village and Surrounding Areas Moving In from the North
Posted on July 17, 2017

Increased Smoke within the Village and Surrounding Areas Moving In from the North

The Village and surrounding areas are experiencing an increase of smoke, which is coming from the North. There are no reported local fires. To track smoke patterns, visit www.firesmoke.ca, which provides…

Short Term Vacation Rentals, What's the Deal? | Community Session Tomorrow (July 18th)!
Posted on July 17, 2017

Short Term Vacation Rentals, What's the Deal? | Community Session Tomorrow (July 18th)!

Join the Village at the Pemberton Community Centre on July 18th (6pm-8pm) to: explore local issues related to short term vacation rentals learn from other communities' experiences discuss options for…

Public Notice | Open Fires Prohibited in Coastal Fire Centre as of July 6th
Posted on July 05, 2017

Public Notice | Open Fires Prohibited in Coastal Fire Centre as of July 6th

Effective at noon on Thursday, July 6, 2017, all open fires (including campfires) will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre's jurisdiction. The Coastal Fire Centre is implementing this prohibition…

2017 IRONMAN Canada Traffic Impact Guide | Now Available
Posted on June 29, 2017

2017 IRONMAN Canada Traffic Impact Guide | Now Available

Download the 2017 IRONMAN Traffic Impact Guide (PDF).   Questions regarding the IRONMAN Canada event can be directed to Christine Cogger, christine.cogger@ironman.com.

Posted on June 28, 2017

Message from Mayor Richman Regarding IRONMAN Canada

Firstly, on behalf of Council, I’d like to thank all the residents who came out to Tuesday’s meeting to share your feedback. Council has really been struggling with this decision. Over the last few…

Employment Opportunity | Legislative Assistant
Posted on June 28, 2017

Employment Opportunity | Legislative Assistant

Under the direction of the Manager of Corporate & Legislative Services the Legislative Assistant (LA) is responsible for performing a wide range of professional administrative duties under tight deadlines…

Short Term Vacation Rentals, What's the Deal? | Upcoming Community Engagement Sessions
Posted on June 28, 2017

Short Term Vacation Rentals, What's the Deal? | Upcoming Community Engagement Sessions

Join the Village at a Community Engagement Session to: explore local issues related to short term vacation rentals learn from other communities’ experiences discuss options for zoning current + future…