Maria McFaddin

Maria McFaddin was elected as Mayor in 2022. Mayor McFaddin served as a Councillor from 2018-2022. Mayor McFaddin is the City’s Director on the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Board, and the Castlegar and District Recreation Commission.

Mayor McFaddin grew up in Castlegar until she moved away for post secondary education. She moved back with her family in 2005 with her husband and young daughter. They owned a local business for 8 years. She is a wife, mom, adopted mom, and new grandma.

Mayor McFaddin has been involved in many of facets of the community including business, social service work, education, non-profit and construction. She has a passion for Castlegar and its residents to not just survive but to thrive.

Committee Involvement

• Finance and Corporate Services
• Stage IV Labour Management
• Planning, Development and Sustainability