Coldstream Fire Hall

⚠️ Clarification on Stage 3 Water Restrictions ⚠️ We’ve heard from many of you with questions about the current Stage 3 Watering Restrictions, and we want to clear the air.

Last week, Stage 3 Watering Restrictions were implemented in response to ongoing dry conditions and the urgent need to reduce water use. While our current Water Use Regulation Bylaw still permits limited lawn watering and pool filling (1 day per week), the messaging we’ve shared based on our assessments asks residents not to water lawns or fill pools at this time. Why the difference?

Based on current water supply conditions, it was determined that the existing Stage 3 bylaw measures would not achieve the level of water reduction needed to protect our system. As a result, we are asking the community to go beyond what the bylaw currently requires, with plans in place to amend it.

The current bylaw ➡️ allows limited outdoor use for lawn watering and pools.
The proposed bylaw ➡️ no lawn watering or pool filling.

Recommendations will be presented to the RDNO Board of Directors on June 17 to formally update the bylaw to align with the stricter measures currently required. We recognize this mismatch may be confusing, and we appreciate your patience as we go through the formal bylaw amendment process.

We are strongly asking all residents to follow the stricter guidance. Your efforts are critical to protecting the essential water supply, avoiding further restrictions, and supporting our entire community during this dry period. Thank you for doing your part and helping us conserve water when it matters most.

City of Vernon - Local Government
District of Coldstream

You're Invited: Lavington Fire Hall Community Day! 🚒
Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Lavington Fire Hall (9739 School Road) for a fun and informative day for the whole family!
Come meet your local firefighters, explore fire trucks and equipment, and learn valuable fire safety and FireSmart tips to help keep your home and community safe. Enjoy interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
🎈 Kids will love the bouncy castle and face painting
🍔 Refreshments provided (BBQ)
🔥 Great for anyone interested in fire prevention, wildfire preparedness or volunteer firefighting
Bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there! 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

The picture speaks for itself. The cause? A space heater plugged into a power bar. Always plug space heaters directly into an outlet and never into an extension cord, especially not a power bar. They are not rated to handle the current required and can result in disaster, more likely in the middle of the night when that heater is working its hardest.

Members from Coldstream Fire Hall met up with members from Vernon North Okanagan RCMP at Kidston Elementary School this morning, with lights flashing and candy canes flowing to "Cram the Cruiser" and "Fill the Firetruck" with donations for the local food bank. Despite a conspicuous lack of snow, the kids galore and Christmas music made for a jolly time!