About the City of Castlegar

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"Parade in Castlegar" - Photos by David Gluns

Incorporated in 1946, the City of Castlegar is centrally located in the Southern Interior of British Columbia. The City is 600 kilometers from both Vancouver and Calgary and 233 kilometres north of Spokane, Washington. Castlegar is the focal point of three major highways - Highway 3 (Crowsnest Highway), Highway 3A and Highway 22. It is also situated at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers at the southern end of the Arrow Lakes. For an in-depth review of what Castlegar has to offer, visit Tourism BC!

The three industries employing the most people are manufacturing (forestry), retail trade and educational services. Approximately 7,600 people reside within the City of Castlegar.

Some 16,000+ residents in the Greater Castlegar area (including Brilliant, Genelle, Ootischenia, Pass Creek, Robson, Shoreacres, Tarrys and Thrums) enjoy an affordable, healthy lifestyle enriched with many of the urban amenities found in larger cities.

Enjoy a stroll in one of Castlegar's many Parks or a meal at a local Restaurant. Tour one of the Museums or cach a quick Movie. Discover all our community has to offer by browsing our Community Listings.