District of Invermere

09/01/2026

Effective at 12 p.m. (noon) Pacific Time on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, Category 1 campfires will be permitted throughout the Southeast Fire Centre, which includes the Rocky Mountain Natural Resource District and the Selkirk Natural Resource District.

Other activities which were previously included in the Category 1 campfire prohibition (The use of sky lanterns, and the use of wood fired hot tubs, wood fired pizza ovens and other wood fired devices unless vented through a structure that has a flue and is incorporated in a building) will now be permitted in the Southeast Fire Centre.

Category 2 and 3 open fire as defined in the Wildfire Regulation remains prohibited.

Find more information here: https://blog.gov.bc.ca/bcwildfire/category-1-campfire-prohibition-to-be-rescinded-in-the-southeast-fire-centre-2/

08/28/2026

From BC Wildfire: Effective at 1:00 pm Mountain Time on Friday, August 28, 2026, the off-road vehicles prohibition will be rescinded on Crown land throughout the Southeast Fire Centre.

Recent precipitation across much of the Southern Interior has reduced wildfire risk enough to lift the ORV prohibition. While conditions have improved, wildfire risk remains and can change quickly, so the BC Wildfire Service will continue to monitor conditions closely.

Learn more at: https://blog.gov.bc.ca/bcwildfire/off-road-vehicle-prohibition-to-be-rescinded-throughout-the-southeast-fire-centre/

08/27/2026

There is a NEW addition to Invermere’s ever so popular Spider Park!
The Lake Windermere & District Lions Club Community Park, nicknamed around town as Spider Park, now has a BRAND NEW ZIPLINE! That’s right…the zipline is now OPEN and READY TO USE!
Come check it out, have some fun and enjoy another awesome addition to one of Invermere’s favourite community parks!
Lions Community Park / “Spider Park” is located on 12th Ave, between 8th & 9th Streets in Invermere.
Come take a ride on the NEW zipline!

08/27/2026

CONSTRUCTION HAS STARTED! 
After years of planning, fundraising, partnerships and an incredible amount of community support, construction is officially underway to prepare the site for a Velosolutions Canada pump track at Mt Nelson Athletic Park. 

This milestone wouldn’t be happening without the generosity of our funders, major sponsors, local businesses, donors and the many people in our community who have rallied behind this project. 

A special thank you to our newest donors and to everyone who has contributed to the campaign so far: 

Legacy Donors ($5,000+) 
• The Anderson Family 
• Valhalla Pure Outfitters Valhalla Pure Outfitters Invermere
• Andrew Plaunt 
Track Builders ($1,000+) 
• Copper City Physical Therapy Copper City Physical Therapy
• Penny Fagerheim 
• Gerry George 
Community Supporters ($100+) 
• Jordan Kirk 
• Anonymous Donor x 2 
Friends of the Pump Track (up to $100) 
• Carol Luttmer 

Thank you for believing in this project and helping turn a community vision into reality. 

The track is taking shape. Let’s finish this together!  

With just $95,533 left to raise, we’re asking our community to help us cross the finish line. Every contribution — big or small — will help bring the Mt. Nelson Pump Track to completion. 

Donate today and help us build the final piece of this incredible community project. Eligible donations receive a charitable tax receipt.  
Learn more or donate today. 🔗Links in Bio 

Photo Credit: Tristan Proctor  



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08/26/2026

What a beautiful day in Invermere! ☀️
The perfect kind of day to get outside, soak up the sunshine and enjoy some live music!
We have the perfect way to finish it off! Join us tonight at Pothole Park for our final Locals Live of the season!
The 4 Kings of Groove hit the stage at 6:30pm! Grab your friends, bring a chair and come enjoy the evening with us!
Let’s make our last Locals Live of the season one to remember! See you tonight!

08/25/2026

Curious about running for local office this October?

Wednesday, August 26, 6:00 to 8:00 pm at College of the Rockies in Cranbrook. A panel of past and outgoing elected officials talking about what the job is actually like. The time it takes. What it does to your family and your work. What they wish someone had told them.

Free. In person or online. Showing up doesn't commit you to anything.

Register: https://forms.gle/Hep95qC2zd49armCA

08/25/2026

Water Meter Reading Now in Progress
Water meter reading is now underway in Invermere!
Our team is out and about checking water meters throughout the community. If you see our meter readers in your neighbourhood, give them a wave!
Thanks for your patience and cooperation as we work through the readings.

08/24/2026

08/21/2026

ALL NIGHT WRONG — Local Premiere in Invermere!

The Columbia Valley is taking the big screen! All Night Wrong premieres in Invermere at the Columbia Valley Centre tonight and tomorrow.
🎟️ Friday, August 21 — SOLD OUT!
🎟️ Saturday, August 22 — Limited tickets remain!
This is extra special because All Night Wrong was filmed right here in the Columbia Valley!
Presented by Travel Columbia Valley in partnership with the Columbia Valley Film Commission and the Invermere Film Festival, this special premiere is a celebration of our region’s growing role as a destination for film and a chance for our community to come together for a memorable night at the movies.

If you missed out on tonight’s sold out screening, do not miss your chance tomorrow! Get your tickets now: https://iffmovienights.eventive.org/schedule/6a5fe87e7d3fad26eec44eb1

08/21/2026

Living safely in the Columbia Valley starts with all of us. ❤️🏔️

Join us this Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM and learn how to live safely alongside our wildlife while reducing wildfire risk around your home and community.

Come chat with local experts, pick up practical prevention tips, and discover simple actions that can make a big difference for your family, your neighbours, and the wildlife that call this valley home.

📍 12th Street Gathering Zone, Invermere
🕚 Saturday | 11 AM – 1 PM

Bring the whole family—we'd love to see you there! 🐻🌲🔥
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