As per the City of Castlegar Pest Management Program, the City will be undertaking weed control on July 2, 2025 at the Dumont/1st Avenue Park, weather permitting. Weed control in this area will be completed with a product called Trillion, which is used to control Poison Ivy. Signage will be placed prior to treatment. For ......
News & Notices
Council Approves First Step for Air Terminal Building Expansion
The City of Castlegar is advancing plans to upgrade and expand the Air Terminal Building at the West Kootenay Regional Airport. At its June 23, 2025, meeting, Council approved engaging Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd. to lead the design work for this project based on their proposed team, past project experience, and value ......
Council Highlights – June 9, 2025
Mayor and Council are responsible for setting the tax rate, approving the City’s budget and determining overarching service levels. Below are the highlights from the latest Council meetings, summarizing recent actions and outcomes. DELEGATIONS Castlegar-Embetsu Educational Exchange Committee Council welcomed a delegation from the Castlegar-Embetsu Educational Exchange Committee. The group shared plans for their upcoming ......
Notice of Weed Control
As per the City of Castlegar Pest Management Program, the City will be undertaking weed control at 2725 Columbia Avenue on June 20, 2025, weather permitting. Weed control in this area will be completed with a product called Mungers Horticultural Vinegar (acetic acid). Signage will be placed prior to treatment. For further information, please contact ......
Traffic Notice: 17th Street and Columbia Ave on June 6
🚧 Traffic Notice – Friday, June 6, 2025 🚧 TELUS has planned construction work at the intersection of 17th Street and Columbia Avenue on Friday, June 6, which may impact traffic flow through this busy area. ⚠️ The traffic signals will continue to function as normal. 🚗 Minor traffic delays may occur, given ......
Notice: Fireworks Display at Millennium Park & Ponds on June 7
Fireworks Display – Saturday, June 7 at 9:30 p.m. Please be advised that a fireworks display is scheduled as part of Sunfest 2025 on Saturday, June 7 at 9:30 p.m. at Millennium Park & Ponds (weather permitting). 👂 If you’re sensitive to loud noises, consider using ear protection. 🐾 Ensure pets are safe and secure ......
Council Highlights – May 2025
Mayor and Council are responsible for setting the tax rate, approving the City’s budget and determining overarching service levels. Below are the highlights from the latest Council meetings, summarizing recent actions and outcomes. DELEGATIONS Castlegar & District Community Services Society Presentation Council received a presentation from Reidun Rosi on behalf of the Castlegar & District ......
Notice: Castle Playground Temporary Closure on May 29, 2025
🏰 Castle Playground at Millennium Parks & Ponds closed Thursday, May 29 The Castle Playground will be closed all day on Thursday, May 29, while the original installer completes warranty repair work. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we continue to keep our parks and infrastructure well maintained. Looking for another ......
City of Castlegar Property Taxes Due July 2, 2025
Castlegar homeowners should receive their 2025 property tax notices in the mail in the coming days. Property taxes are due on July 2, 2025, and residents are reminded that payment must be made on time to avoid a 10 percent penalty, which is automatically applied to any unpaid taxes after the deadline. There is the ......