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Office Closure | Monday September 6
Posted on September 03, 2021

Office Closure | Monday September 6

The Village office will be closed on Monday, September 6 for the Labour Day statutory holiday. The office will reopen on Tuesday, September 7. Thank you for your understanding and have a great weekend!

Level 2 Water Restrictions in effect
Posted on August 19, 2021

Level 2 Water Restrictions in effect

Level 2 water restrictions are now in effect. Please do your part to keep Pemberton's drinking water supply and critical infrastructure secure. When can I water? Even addresses water on Thursdays and…

Village of Pemberton building permits go digital
Posted on August 16, 2021

Village of Pemberton building permits go digital

The Village of Pemberton’s new digital permit platform is now live! You can now submit all Building Permits online through Cloudpermit. Cloudpermit simplifies the permit application process and allows…

Water Conservation | DO YOUR PART
Posted on August 06, 2021

Water Conservation | DO YOUR PART

Water Conservation is critical to maintaining the Village’s drinking water supply. Excess water usage compromises the Village’s critical infrastructure which means we may not have enough water to…

Summer Street Food Program
Posted on July 20, 2021

Summer Street Food Program

This summer, enjoy delicious food and beverages from local mobile food vendors at Pemberton's most popular public places thanks to the Village's Summer Street Food program. Summer Street Food is a pilot…

Public Notice | Village Office Closure
Posted on July 14, 2021

Public Notice | Village Office Closure

Due to a staff shortage, the Village of Pemberton Office will be closed on: Tuesday, July 20 Wednesday, July 21 Arrangements can be made in advance to visit the Village Office on these days if required.…

Public Notice | Ditch Cleaning
Posted on July 09, 2021

Public Notice | Ditch Cleaning

The Village of Pemberton will be carrying out ditch cleaning beginning Monday, July 12, 2021 within the Village right-of-ways in the following areas: Staëhli Park Olive Street Flint Street Harrow Street…

Community Advisory | Update from CN Rail
Posted on July 08, 2021

Community Advisory | Update from CN Rail

Following the tragic events in Lytton, BC, you may witness increased train traffic through your community over the coming days as some of the goods that were transiting through the Fraser Canyon Valley…

Message from Mayor Richman
Posted on June 30, 2021

Message from Mayor Richman

Yesterday, Council and I were called upon to answer an important question. In light of the recent discoveries of mass graves at Residential Schools, should the Village celebrate Canada Day this year? …

2019 and 2020 Annual Reports
Posted on June 29, 2021

2019 and 2020 Annual Reports

Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 99 of the Community Charter that the Village of Pemberton Council will be considering the 2019 and 2020 Annual Reports at the Regular Council Meeting…

Level 3 Water Restrictions now in effect
Posted on June 29, 2021

Level 3 Water Restrictions now in effect

The current heat wave and subsequent water usage is putting enormous stress on the municipal treated water supply. By disregarding these restrictions, critical infrastructure could be compromised, the…

Campfires prohibited in British Columbia
Posted on June 29, 2021

Campfires prohibited in British Columbia

Effective at noon (Pacific time) on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, campfires, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be prohibited throughout the province of British Columbia.   The following activities…

Message from Mayor Richman
Posted on June 27, 2021

Message from Mayor Richman

Who knew that living in such a beautiful place came with weather issues like extreme heat and river levels rising? I feel like a broken record here – I am again blown away about how this community comes…

State of Local Emergency Declared
Posted on June 26, 2021

State of Local Emergency Declared

In response to the current flood hazard and risk to life and property, a State of Local Emergency has been declared for the Village of Pemberton. This order is effective immediately and will remain in…

Upgraded: Flood Watch Lillooet River
Posted on June 26, 2021

Upgraded: Flood Watch Lillooet River

As of 10am, Saturday, June 26, the River Forecast Centre is upgrading to a Flood Watch for the Lillooet River, including: • Pemberton• Lillooet Lake• Lillooet River and tributaries• Harrison Lake…

Heat Warning for Pemberton
Posted on June 25, 2021

Heat Warning for Pemberton

Environment Canada has issued a Heat Warning for Pemberton and most of British Columbia from today until at least Wednesday. An exceptionally strong ridge of high pressure will develop over British Columbia…

High-Streamflow Advisory for Lillooet River near Pemberton
Posted on June 25, 2021

High-Streamflow Advisory for Lillooet River near Pemberton

The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a High Streamflow Advisory for Lillooet River near Pemberton. Current weather forecasts from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) indicate the potential…

Level 2 Water Restrictions now in effect
Posted on June 23, 2021

Level 2 Water Restrictions now in effect

Level 2 water restrictions are now in effect.  When can I water? Even addresses water on Thursdays and Sundays. Odd addresses water on Wednesdays and Saturdays. 4am - 9am OR 7pm - 10pm. Remember, irrigation…

Message from Mayor Richman | National Indigenous Peoples Day
Posted on June 21, 2021

Message from Mayor Richman | National Indigenous Peoples Day

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis…

2020 Drinking Water System Annual Report
Posted on June 18, 2021

2020 Drinking Water System Annual Report

The Village of Pemberton's 2020 Drinking Water System Annual Report has been published. The report provides basic information on water quality and compliance with health standards. View the full report,…