Tag: Regional District of Central Kootenay

Castlegar aquatic centre closing Saturday for maintenance

Get your last laps in before the pool at the Castlegar aquatic centre closes for maintenance for more than a month.

West Robson boil water notice cancelled

The Regional District of Central Kootenay has rescinded a boil notice for users on the West Robson water system.

RDCK salary disclosure shows rise in top earners

Nearly 100 Regional District of Central Kootenay employees earned more than the province's public salary disclosure threshold in 2025.

Budget for Castlegar arena expansion increased $2.5 million

The Regional District of Central Kootenay board has approved a $2.5 million increase in the overall budget of the proposed Castlegar arena expansion, to be paid for through taxes.

RDCK approves new pay, travel rules for directors

The Regional District of Central Kootenay has approved a series of changes to how directors are compensated and reimbursed for meetings, travel and professional development.

RDCK to test emergency alert system this week

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) will test its emergency notification system on Thursday as part of Emergency Preparedness Week, which runs May 3 to 9.

Kootenay fire departments receive nearly $500K in provincial funding

Volunteer and composite fire departments in the region are receiving close to half a million dollars in provincial funding to support training and equipment upgrades.

Naming rights may defray cost of new Castlegar arena

The Regional District of Central Kootenay board has agreed to a proposal that will see the rights to name the new arena go to the winning bidder of a request for design-build proposals.

RDCK monitoring atmospheric river as flood risks rise in northern areas

The Regional District of Central Kootenay is warning of rising water levels and potential flooding as an atmospheric river brings heavy rain to northern parts of the region.

Planning to build? RDCK breaks down permit process

Spring is approaching, and for many residents of the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK), it signals the start of construction season. Whether it’s adding a secondary suite, renovating a commercial space, or building a dream home, officials say obtaining a building permit is the first essential step.

Boil notice to be issued for West Robson water system

A Boil Water Notice has been issued for the West Robson Water System, effective Friday, Aug. 8. 

RDCK rejects ostrich carcasses

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is intervening in the pending cull of 400 birds from the Universal...

RDCK adopts Five Year Financial Plan

The RDCK’s Five Year Financial Plan is ready to roll with, with an average 5.7 per cent increase in...

RDCK launches new look website

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has launched its newly redesigned website, www.rdck.ca, aimed at improving accessibility, transparency,...

RDCK funds eight local conservation projects

Eight conservation projects in the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) are set to receive funding through the RDCK’s...

Winlaw Recycling Depot closing forever at the end of March

The Winlaw Recycling Depot will permanently close its doors on March 31. The site will continue to serve customers until...

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