The Origins of Taxi Service in Vernon
Taxis are a familiar sight in Vernon today, but their story began long before cars.
20th Century
Protecting Swan Lake: Over 100 Years of Local Conservation
Community efforts to preserve Swan Lake as an important habitat for waterfowl and other animals…
Vernon’s Long-Lost Newspapers: A Corporate Scandal
By the mid-1990s, Vernon’s newspaper landscape was changing rapidly.
Vernon’s Long-Lost Newspapers: The Early Years
The first newspaper in Vernon—and the first in the Okanagan—was The Vernon News.
A Century of Women’s Hockey in Vernon
While the spotlight shines on today’s players, women in Vernon were skating and competing over…
Playing to the Pictures: Marion Kermode and Silent Film at the Empress Theatre
Before recorded soundtracks, films depended on live music to convey emotion, pace, and drama.
A History of Dellview Hospital
Dellview Hospital operated as a special care facility providing long-term care for older adults.
Eva Drew: Milliner and Business Owner
By 1911, Drew had opened her own millinery shop, located just a few doors down…
The Day the Vernon Lodge Tigers Survived a Plane Crash
On September 7, 1976, the Vernon Lodge Tigers’ triumphant plane journey from Winnipeg took an…
From Cabin Corners to Rail Lines: The Early Years of Vernon’s Post Office
The development of postal service in Vernon was anything but straightforward.
The First Decades of Theatre in Vernon
One of the first major productions at the new Empress Theatre was The Geisha, staged…
The Rise of Cross-Country Skiing at Silver Star
Cross-country skiing’s arrival at Silver Star was a story of persistence.
Capturing Vernon: The Life and Work of George A. Meeres
George Albert Meeres played a significant role in the artistic and photographic history of Vernon.
60 Years of the RDNO
In 2025, the Regional District of the North Okanagan (RDNO) celebrates its 60th anniversary.
Quarries That Shaped a City
One of Vernon’s most distinctive landmarks, the Vernon Courthouse, is made all the more impressive…
Highland Dancing in Vernon
In Vernon, Highland dancing likely arrived with Scottish immigrants and their descendants, much as it…
Vernon’s Legacy of Women’s Activism
While the fight for the vote marked a major turning point, efforts toward equality continued.
Vernon’s Connection to Expo ’86
The Vernon Expo ’86 Society was officially incorporated on May 15, 1985.