Tag: Town of Creston

Former Creston mayor tours town’s U.S. namesakes

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There may be only one Creston in Canada, but former mayor Ron Toyota  has set out track down the 17 other communities in the U.S.A that share the same name.

Manufacturing begins for Creston Valley Kootenay Lake Wayfinding Project signage

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The Creston Valley - Kootenay Lake Wayfinding Project has commenced the manufacturing process for new signage in the Creston Valley.  

Creston rejects city status

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Creston residents have voted against becoming a city.  In 2024, Creston Town Council directed staff to conduct a public survey...

Town of Creston continues to advocate for housing needs

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After being forced to move unhoused individuals from one of its properties, the Town of Creston is clarifying its...

Four West Kootenay organizations secure $4 million in funding

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Four West Kootenay organizations have secured over $4 million in provincial funding to promote economic diversification and sustainability in...

Creston RCMP to prioritize officer wellbeing amid rising in crime

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Creston RCMP saw a increase in violent crimes in its first quarter of 2025, which Staff Sgt. Brandon Buliziuk...

New fountain coming to Creston’s Millenium Park

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The Town of Creston has been forced to delay the opening of Millenium Park for this season, but it’s...

RDCK to pilot new program that diverts used cooking oil for construction use

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The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is set to pilot a program to divert used cooking oil from...

Creston’s five year financial plan includes 5.61 per cent tax hike for 2025

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Creston residents will face a 5.61 per cent increase in municipal taxes as part of the town's 2025-2029 financial plan.  During...

Creston continues to advocate for border support

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The Town of Creston is continuing to advocate for funding to increase security at the U.S. border. Councillors discussed border...

Town of Creston seeks feedback on draft budget

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Budget season is well underway in the Town of Creston, with the 2025 Draft Budget now open for public...

Creston RCMP reports a record year of proactive policing

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Creston RCMP set a possible record in 2024, conducting 11 search warrants under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act—presumably...

Short-term fix on long-term shelter problem

Housing My Creston Now Staff -
Winter has officially arrived with snow blanketing much of the Kootenays, however, what hasn’t arrived is Creston’s winter shelter. The...

Creston’s housing crisis highlighted in latest report

Town of Creston Kate Brown -
Creston’s housing report reveals a serious shortage in future housing, particularly with rental units. The Town of Creston received the...

Water rates going up in Creston to meet growing inflation

Town of Creston Kate Brown -
Utility fees are on the rise for Creston as council passes the bylaws for new water rates and wastewater...

Creston mourns death of retired Fire Chief Bruce Mabin

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The town of Creston is mourning the death of retired Creston Fire Chief Bruce Mabin, who passed away peacefully...
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