RDCK to review policy after controversial conference
The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) will be reviewing its procedures for the booking and use of regional facilities for events. This action is being taken in response to concerns expressed by the public about a controversial speaker who headlined a recent event at the Pass Creek Exhibition Grounds. The RDCK owns...
BC SPCA photo contest captures the beauty of local wildlife
The BC SPCA invites the public to participate in its 11th annual Wildlife-In-Focus photography contest. Amateur photographers 14 years and older can submit their awe-inspiring images of hummingbirds, bears, bees, seals and other amazing creatures until Aug. 31. “Wildlife-In-Focus is a celebration of the incredible diversity...
LETTERS: Protest slated for event promoting homophobia/misogyny
This weekend, Pass Creek is having an event called the Mighty Men’s March, Hosted by an evangelist named Angus Buchan. Here is a link to the event: https://nelsoncovenant.com/events/mighty-men-s-conference This evangelest is incredibly controversial, and has been subjected to heavy criticism for his homophobic and misogynistic teachings. Scotland will no longer allow him to preach […]
Selkirk College Fosters Global Citizens Through Internship Program
A group of recent Selkirk College grads boarded planes in early-June to destinations across the planet as part of Global Affair Canada’s International Youth Internship Program. Aimed at providing young Canadians with global perspective and making change in developing countries, five Selkirk College alumni from a variety of ...
Flood Mapping Study underway across the Regional District of Central Kootenay
This summer the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is undertaking region-wide assessments to update existing flood mapping. This work will support future land-use planning and help communities be resilient to floods and related emergencies. “The Board supports the updating of the region’s existing flood mapping because it helps us understand the risks to communities […]
Smoke Eaters Add Size With Murphy-Johnson On Backend
The Trail Smoke Eaters Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club is pleased to announce defenceman Jackson Murphy-Johnson has committed to the team for the 2019/20 season. Murphy-Johnson, 17, comes to the Smoke Eaters after playing with the Vancouver North East Chiefs of the BC Major Midget League, where he played in all but two games over the...
Selkirk College Saints Add Two More Building Blocks
The Selkirk College Saints continue to sculpt a squad for the upcoming British Columbia Intercollegiate Hockey League (BCIHL) season that puts emphasis on success at both ends of the ice. Former Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) standouts Garrett Hilton and Derian Bamber have committed to the Saints for the...
Castlegar Search and Rescue speaks to boating safety and public involvement
May 18 - 24 was Canada’s National Safe Boating Awareness Week. Along with festivities and fun events, the Canadian Safe Boating Council sent out a safety message that most boating accidents are avoidable, if operators follow the safety guidelines. We wish all boating enthusiasts a safe and enjoyable boating season. Castlegar...
CBT HELPS INCREASE ACCESS TO LOCALLY GROWN FOOD
Residents in Rossland, Trail, and Nelson can benefit from the farmers’ markets coupon program Farmers’ markets are an important way of connecting residents with the products of local farmers. Columbia Basin Trust is increasing access to fresh, healthy food locally by providing even more funding to the BC Farmers’ Market...
City tax notices mailed, due date approaching
The City of Castlegar 2019 Property Tax notices have been mailed. If you have not received your Property Tax Notice, please contact the City of Castlegar at (250) 365-7227 or e-mail finance@castlegar.ca Please remember that for homeowners, payment of taxes is a two-step process. You must apply for the Home Owner Grant (HOG)...
