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Who to call in Armstrong and Spallumcheen, BC
Published · Updated · By Mary Jane Howie
This page lists who to call for the most common local problems in Armstrong and Spallumcheen. Start with one question: is your address in the City of Armstrong or the Township of Spallumcheen? They are separate governments with separate offices. Our guide shows how to tell which one you are in.
We checked these numbers against official websites on November 10, 2026.
Emergencies
Call 911 for police, fire, or ambulance.
For police matters that are not an emergency, call the North Okanagan RCMP in Armstrong at 250-546-3028. See the RCMP listing.
Armstrong has no hospital. The closest emergency room is at Vernon Jubilee Hospital in Vernon.
City of Armstrong
- Address: City Hall, 3535 Bridge Street
- Phone: 250-546-3023
- Email: info@cityofarmstrong.bc.ca
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, closed on statutory holidays
Call City Hall about water and sewer bills, property taxes, building permits, business licenses, bylaw complaints, roads, and sidewalks. For an urgent problem after hours, call the same number to reach the after-hours line.
Regular council meetings are held on Mondays at 5 pm at City Hall. Check the City website for the agenda. See who was elected in October 2026.
Township of Spallumcheen
- Address: 4144 Spallumcheen Way
- Phone: 250-546-3013, or toll free at 866-546-3013
- Email: mail@spallumcheentwp.bc.ca
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, closed on statutory holidays
Call the Township office about property taxes, building permits, bylaws, and rural roads.
Regional District of North Okanagan
The Regional District runs the transfer station and regional services. Its main office is in Coldstream. Call 250-550-3700.
Common problems
| Problem | Who to call |
|---|---|
| Garbage cart missed, City of Armstrong | SCV Waste Solutions, 250-540-9300 |
| Recycling missed, or a new recycling box | Emterra Environmental, 250-545-4245 |
| Transfer station hours and fees | Armstrong/Spallumcheen facility, 250-546-6474 |
| Streetlight out on a metal pole, in the City | City Hall, 250-546-3023 |
| Streetlight out on a wood or concrete pole | BC Hydro, 1-800-224-9376 |
| Pool, arena, fitness centre, or hall rental | Parks and Recreation, 250-546-9456 |
| Dog license, City of Armstrong | DocuPet |
| Digging near buried lines | BC 1 Call, before you dig |
| Illegal burning | Fire department, 250-546-6708 |
| Bus times | Bus service in Armstrong |
For pickup days and transfer station hours, see our guide to garbage, recycling, and yard waste. For the pool and arenas, see pool, arenas, and recreation.
Public services in town
- Okanagan Regional Library, Armstrong Branch, 3305 Smith Drive
- Canada Post, 3465 Pleasant Valley Road
- Pleasant Valley Health Centre, 3800 Patten Drive
- Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre, 3005 Wood Avenue
- Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Department, 3540 Mill Street. Call 911 for a fire.
- Armstrong Public Works, 2950 Patterson Avenue
- School District No. 83, for school registration
- Vernon Regional Transit, for bus routes
- Armstrong Food Bank, 3459 Pleasant Valley Road
More help
- Doctors, dentists, and pharmacies
- Schools, preschools, and daycares
- Seniors’ housing and services
- Checklist for new residents
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