North Okanagan tradition that draws people from all over: the Vernon Winter Carnival.And in one month’s time, the annual event will be back – albeit heavily modified because of the coronavirus pandemic.Billing itself as western Canada’s largest winter festival, the carnival will run Feb.
5-14, with tickets going on sale this Monday, Jan. 11. Coronavirus: 3 care-home deaths, 81 more cases announced for Interior Health region On its Facebook page, the Vernon Winter Carnival Society said all events will be held under COVID-19 protocols and orders from B.C.’s provincial health officer.It added some events may be added or cancelled due to those orders.“Our motto for the year is ‘Plan to Change,’” said society executive director Vicki Proulx,.