Public Safety

Castlegar is a designated Bear Smart Community in a wildfire-prone valley. This is where you plan ahead, and find the right line when something happens.

Emergency Contacts

Find every who-to-call line: 9-1-1, Civic Works after-hours, BC Conservation, Fire and RCMP non-emergency.

Emergency Preparedness

Fire Department

Reach Castlegar Fire. Book a FireSmart assessment. Apply for a burning permit. Read the prevention guides.

RCMP

Reach the Castlegar detachment. File a non-emergency report. Connect with victim services and community programs.

Bear Smart Castlegar

Manage garbage and attractants. Cut wildlife conflicts. Learn why carts go out in the morning, not the night before.

In an emergency

Always call 9-1-1. Castlegar RCMP non-emergency: 250-365-7721. Wildfire reports outside the city: 1-800-663-5555 (or *5555 from a cell).

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