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Visitor Resources

Important local connections and details for those planning a trip to Fernie or already here.

Whether you're planning a trip here, just passing through or here to stay awhile, it's always good to know where to get information on the ground in Fernie. This page is your go-to spot for helpful resources, important contacts, and handy links.

Additional Local Resources:

Road Reports

Visit DriveBC online for current road reports, including construction delays and closures, through BC.  Fernie is along Highway 3.

Emergency Services

Call 911 for emergency services including police (RCMP), fire, ambulance and search & rescue.

For non-emergency calls to Fernie RCMP
(250) 423-4404 (Fernie)

Area Air Quality & Wildfire Information

Tourism Fernie records and links to up-to-date information on any smoke or wildfires in the area.  Visit our local page for details.

Medical Services

Elk Valley Hospital 
1501 5th Ave I 250-423-4453
Website

Pharmacies
Pharmacies can be found at the Independent Grocers, Save-on Foods, IGS Value Drug Mart, and at the Fernie Pharmacy.

Fernie also has extensive healthcare clinics, including Physiotherapy, Massage, Chiropractic, Dentistry, Acupuncture and more. For more details search online for contact details.  Also visit our Spa & Wellness.

Fernie's Wild Side

Black bear sitting in tree, surrounded by green leaves and purple fruit.

Keeping Wildlife Wild

Fernie is true wildlife country, where the best encounters are the ones you admire from a distance. For tips on how to stay safe and keep wildlife wild, visit WildSafeBC.com.

If you do run into any issues, you can report wildlife conflicts to the BC Conservation Officer Service at 1-877-952-7277.

And to help protect this special place, report any poaching or pollution through RAPP (Report All Poachers & Polluters) at the same number 1-877-952-7277