Mountains meet, rivers converge and citizens come together in Castlegar, BC. This small city with big heart overflows with natural beauty and abundant community spirit, making for a warm welcome when visitors arrive.

The city’s down-to-earth feeling mingles with cultural flare, giving focus to its natural history and heritage. In addition, the diverse range of adventure recreation in Castlegar’s surrounding area provides year-round activities for outdoor experts and beginners alike.

The 2010 Chamber Business Excellence Awards Gala were held on Saturday March 6th, 2010 at The Fireside Inn. Featuring Skidrow CEO Joe Roberts as keynote speaker and MC’s Drex and Johnson! This was a very successful event and was a fun evening for all! The Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate all the winners! Also, a big thank you to everybody who attended!

The 15th Annual Pass Creek Fall Fair 2010 takes place Saturday and Sunday, September 25th and 26th and includes live entertainment, exhibits, children's games as well as small animal and fowl displays. The horse show will also take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 24th, 25th and 26th. Located at the Pass Creek Exhibition Grounds, this event will have transportation provided with free bus service. For more information please visit www.passcreekfair.com or phone Rick Smith at 250.365.7273.

It's a big space, new place with more ideas! The Kootenay Home & Lifestyle Expo is happening at the Selkirk College Campus is Castlegar. We are bringing you everything under the sun. For more information please contact the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce at 250.365.6313. Click to enlarge.

Sunfest is a tradition is Castlegar to welcome the sun and summer months. Activities include a Citizen of the Year celebration, Festival in the Park, Miss Castlegar Pageant, Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Lawn Mower Races, Vintage Car Show, Children's Parade and Fireworks! For more information please contact Ron Armbruster at 250.365.5257.