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06/23/2026

Paddling the Arrow Lakes, specifically the Lower Arrow Lake is not only easily accessible from Castlegar, but it provides vast bodies of water for both site seeing and fishing!

06/23/2026

Did you know that Castlegar is home to Canada's tallest play structure?

Castlegar's Millenium Park & Ponds is the perfect setting for your next family day out: grab a snack at the concession, take a dip in the Columbia River-fed ponds, and let your kids explore the 15 metre tall castle of a playground.

As the countdown to Canada Day begins, learn more about Millenium Park at www.destinationcastlegar.com/local-sights/millennium-park/

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06/19/2026

Join us for Castlegar's annual Canada Day Celebration at Millenium Park!

🇨🇦 Celebrate Canada Day in Castlegar! 🇨🇦

Join us for a fun, family-friendly Canada Day celebration on July 1st at Millennium Park & Ponds!

🎤 The day kicks off with the singing of O' Canada at 11:00 a.m. followed by a full lineup of activities until 2:00 p.m.

✨ Here’s what’s happening:
🌭 FREE hotdogs and cupcakes (while supplies last)
🎶 All-day live entertainment on stage
🎨 Chalk art with local artist Peter Vogelaar + chalk for kids to create their own masterpieces
🚌 FREE shuttle service from Kootenay Charters starting at 10:30 a.m. (Rec Complex → Museum → Millennium Park)
🎈 Interactive Kids Play Zone with face painting, stickers, tattoos, and flags
🎉 Activities for adults as well!

Bring your family, friends, and your community spirit as we celebrate together! ❤️🍁

06/18/2026

When asked what she's doing when she's not behind the lens, local photographer Stefanie Harron replied "I’m always behind the lens. Is there anything else?"

Learn more about Stefanie and her photography practice at www.destinationcastlegar.com/arts-culture/photographer-stefanie-harron/

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06/16/2026

Sunny days in the Castlegar region are ahead and riding the Merry Creek trails are a must for the mountain biking enthusiast!

Learn more about the top mountain bike trails in the Castlegar region by visiting www.destinationcastlegar.com/out-about/top-mountain-bike-trails-castlegar/

📸: Aaron Theisen

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06/12/2026

Looking for a historical or cultural experience in Castlegar?

Both Zuckerberg Island's Chapel House and the CPR Station Museum are open for the season!

🟢 CPR Station Museum: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
🟢 Zuckerberg Island Chapel House: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 am-5 pm

Learn more about Castlegar's arts and heritage sites at www.destinationcastlegar.com/local-sights/arts-heritage-sites/

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06/11/2026

Introduced to photography at the age of 9, developing film and prints in the darkroom, today local photographer Stefanie Harron fills her frames with local wildlife.

Living and playing just on the edge of the Selkirk Mountains is a photographer's dream. Learn more about Stefanie and her work at www.destinationcastlegar.com/arts-culture/photographer-stefanie-harron/

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06/11/2026

June's warmer days have made sightings of the Western Tiger Swallowtail much more frequent in the Castlegar area!

Three things you may not have known about the Western Tiger Swallowtail:

🦋In flight, Western Tiger Swallowtails mostly glide, with fewer wing beats compared to other butterflies

🦋They often congregate in large numbers at mud puddles (a behaviour called “puddling”) to drink water and obtain mineral nutrients

🦋Western Tiger Swallowtails only live 6-14 days in butterfly form

Learn more about Western Tiger Swallowtails at www.destinationcastlegar.com/out-about/wildlife-watching/western-tiger-swallowtail/

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06/10/2026

The Castlegar region isn't only an amazing place to live and play, but also a growing business and development hub within the Kootenay region.

Check out Castlegar and District Economic Development for more information on relocating to and investing in the region.

06/09/2026

Nestled amidst the mountains and lakes, Castlegar's surrounding geography provides a rich system of trails for all-wheel adventures.

Whether it’s for sightseeing, hunting, backcountry camping, or fishing in remote lakes, ATV adventures in the Castlegar area should definitely be on your must-do list this summer.

Learn more about Castlegar's best ATV trails at www.destinationcastlegar.com/out-about/best-atv-trails-in-castlegar/

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