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You love working from home… until your Wi-Fi drops during a client call, your dog barks at the mailman, and your back quietly plotting revenge. Sound familiar? You're not alone, Castlegar freelancers, remote workers, and side-hustlers are in the same boat, where your “home office” is currently the corner of the kitchen table between the cereal box and the kids’ homework. But here’s the thing: there’s a quieter, faster, greener alternative in the heart of Castlegar — and it co

Today a group of board members and staff installing the final pieces that turn The Confluence from “beautiful building” into “beautiful place to be.” New bike racks (encouraging more pedal-powered commutes) Sturdy picnic tables and benches (for lunch breaks with a view) Proper garbage + recycling stations (because even outdoors we keep it green). Every choice was intentional: The bike racks reduce car trips and keep parking free for visitors. The picnic tables are made from r

If you’ve visited The Confluence Building in Castlegar lately, you’ve probably noticed we talk a lot about being Passive House certified. But what does that actually mean – and why does it matter for you, for Castlegar, and for the planet? The Short Answer Passive House is the world’s most rigorous, proven, and science-based energy-efficiency standard for buildings. A certified Passive House uses up to 80 % less energy for heating and cooling  than a typical building, while s

What an incredible moment for our team at The Confluence! We were thrilled to receive the prestigious FortisBC Efficiency in Action 2025 Award  in the Commercial – Small category . This recognition isn't just a plaque on the wall—it's a testament to our commitment to pioneering energy-efficient design and leaving a lasting green footprint  on our community. As a building that's only been open since August 2024, achieving this in our first full year feels like a dream come tru