Vernon British Columbia
Vernon is a city in the south-central region of British Columbia, Canada. Named after Forbes George Vernon, a former MLA of British Columbia who helped found the famed Coldstream Ranch, the City of Vernon was incorporated on December 30, 1892.
The City of Vernon has a population of about 35,944, while its metropolitan region, Greater Vernon, has a population of about 55,418.
With this population, Vernon is the largest city in the North Okanagan Regional District. A resident of Vernon is called a "Vernonite".
Vernon has been ranked as one of the top six most desirable communities to retire to in North America by Consumer Reports.
