Vernon, British Columbia
Digital Passport
Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Vernon is a city in British Columbia, Canada, northeast of Vancouver. Originally named Nintle Moos Chin by the Okanagan people, it was later renamed in honour of Forbes George Vernon. The city's development was spurred by gold discoveries and the establishment of cattle ranches and fruit orchards.
Statistics
Area
95.76 km²
Population
44,519