Destination Castlegar

On May 13, 2026, in Penticton, BC, the Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce was recognized with the BC Economic Development Association (BCEDA) Community Project Award in the population 10,000–25,000 category — a provincial honour awarded to one community per population category across all of British Columbia. Our Executive Director Tammy Verigin-Burk accepted the award on behalf of the organization, the board of directors, and the entire community that helped make The Confluence a...

Two weeks ago, our building faced a significant real-world challenge. An accidental fire broke out near our back entrance. While the local fire department responded quickly and the fire was extinguished before it could cause structural damage to our mass timber frame, the incident resulted in heavy smoke entering the building. Smoke from a modern fire is complex; it isn't just wood smoke, but includes fumes other particulates. However, as the dust (and soot) settled, we realized that our...

Happy New Year from The Confluence! 🎉 If 2026 is the year you're ready to ditch home distractions and work in a bright, focused space, we've got something special for you. From Monday, January 12th to Friday, February 13th , we're offering 50% off day passes — just $10.50 incl. GST (regularly $21) for a full day of productive coworking . The best part? You don't have to decide blind. Come in for a free tour any weekday — we'll show you around the space, answer all your questions, and hand...