Organizers of Toadfest have made the tough decision to postpone the festival for the 2024 season. “Sadly, given the worsening wildfire situation, the organizers have made the decision to cancel Toadfest scheduled for next week,” the prepared statement said. Toadfest 2024 was to happen next Tuesday and Wednesday (July 30-31) at Summit Lake Provincial Park […]

The Stanley Humphries Secondary School (SHSS) Graduating Class of 1984, along with guest graduates spanning grad classes from 1982 to 1987, recently gathered in Castlegar for a memorable 40-year reunion weekend from July 4-7, 2024. Initiated by Grad ‘84 alumni Josef Berger and organized and led by Dr. Linda (King) Harwood, the event was a […]

Castlegar is eagerly anticipating the arrival of Communities in Bloom judges on July 21. We call on our residents and businesses to join us in showcasing the beauty and community spirit of our city. Since joining the Communities in Bloom program in 2004, Castlegar has consistently achieved recognition for its outstanding efforts, earning five blooms […]

We have a lot to celebrate – join City of Castlegar Mayor and Council on Monday, July 1 for free activities to celebrate Canada Day, Millennium Park & Ponds’ 10th Anniversary and experience Canada’s tallest castle play structure. LOCATION Millennium Park & Ponds (located at 100 5th Street, Castlegar, BC). Please bring chairs and water […]

This week, the Sinixt Confederacy embarks for the 9th time on a momentous canoe journey down the Columbia River. As part of their journey, the paddlers will make a stop in Nelson on June 16 and 17. The community is invited to participate in celebration and cultural exploration, with events planned both at the Chamber […]

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is embarking on a month-long engagement process to support the development of a Regional Parks, Trails, and Water Access Strategy, which will help inform the planning, decision-making, and management of the Regional Parks and Trails Services over the next 10 years. The RDCK is seeking residents input to hear their […]

West Kootenay author Tom Wayman will launch two new books — a prose memoir and a collection of poems — at the Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley Street, on Wednesday, May 29 and at the Nakusp Public Library, 92 6th Ave. NW, on Thursday, May 30. Both events begin at 7 p.m. and are free and […]

Communities in Bloom has proclaimed the week of May 6, 2024, as Communities in Bloom Week which creates an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the benefits derived from Communities in Bloom and the countless volunteers and individuals that make our community a great place to live. The Communities in Bloom program fosters community strength, involvement, […]

Thanks to the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) Health Foundation and its generous donors, Interior Health will be able to keep more Kootenay Boundary expectant families facing early deliveries closer to home. A new Tier 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at KBRH, made possible by $745,000 in additional Foundation-funded equipment and the addition of specialized […]

The City of Castlegar is initiating a public engagement process to renew Brandson Neighbourhood Park located at 2412 6th Avenue which aims to create an accessible and inclusive park that is welcoming to everyone. The City wants to hear ideas from the community on what it wants to see and asks the question: if you […]