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Campfire Ban in Effect

Campfires will be banned in the City of Castlegar effective 3 p.m. PST on July 10, 2023. This follows an announcement earlier today by the BC Wildfire Service prohibiting Category 1 campfires throughout the Southeast Fire Centre. This City of Castlegar’s prohibition will remain in effect until the BC Wildfire Service rescinds its order for ......

City of Castlegar’s New Website is Live

The City of Castlegar has launched a new website, with a fresh design and layout to give people quick access to information and services they need and want. The new site launched earlier this month and allows for new City services to be added and expanded over time. The project was necessary because the City’s ......

Castlegar Introducing a New Waste Management System

The City of Castlegar is introducing a new waste management system that will reduce garbage sent to the landfill by separating your household waste into three streams: organics, recycling and garbage. Starting August 21, your green-lidded large garbage cart will become the organics cart.  You’ll be able to toss food scraps and yard trimmings into ......

Natural Swimming Ponds at Millennium Park Reopen – June 30, 2023

The natural swimming ponds at Castlegar’s Millennium Park are now open. The ponds were voluntarily closed on May 25, 2023 following tests showing the presence of chlorine. Chlorine is a chemical element used for disinfectants and bleaches. “We are very happy to be able to open the ponds in time for the long weekend,” says ......

Reminder – City of Castlegar Property Taxes Due July 4, 2023

The City of Castlegar reminds homeowners that all property taxes are due on July 4, 2023. Residents are encouraged to pay on time to avoid a 10 per cent penalty which is automatically applied to unpaid taxes after the deadline. The City offers the following property tax payment options: in person or online through your ......

Natural Swimming Ponds at Millennium Park Remain Closed – June 19, 2023

The natural swimming ponds at Castlegar’s Millennium Park remain closed following tests showing the presence of chlorine. Chlorine is a chemical element used for disinfectants and bleaches. The ponds were voluntarily closed on May 25, following routine maintenance, when staff noticed a visible change in the habitat of the ponds which was caused by the ......

Notice of Weed Control at Ballfields Starting June 24, 2023

As per the City of Castlegar Pest Management Program, the City is planning on treating weeds and vegetation at the following ballfields: Pony Field – June 24, 2023 Mosquito Field – June 24, 2023 Sports field user groups will be given advance notice of treatment prior to application. Weed control in these areas will be ......

2023 Water Restrictions Begin June 15

Please be advised that the City’s water restrictions will be in place effective June 15, 2023 until September 15, 2023. Be Water Wise!...

City of Castlegar Property Taxes Due July 4, 2023

All Castlegar homeowners should be receiving their property tax notices soon. All property taxes are due on July 4, 2023 and residents are encouraged to pay on time to avoid a 10 per cent penalty which is automatically applied to unpaid taxes after the deadline. The City offers the following property tax payment options: in ......

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