This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Splash Talk Swimming Pool Update
Terry Sankey reports growing interest in the new leisure pool as construction progresses on schedule. The Regional District and District of Chetwynd oversee the project, preserving the original West Coast Marine theme with four 25 meter lanes, play area, beach, wave machine, ozone purification, swirl pool, sauna, and fitness room. Building size increases to 17,000 square feet from 12,000 to house a rooftop mechanical system, enhanced changing rooms, and a larger perimeter deck. Cement structure replaces wood to reduce condensation, an improved roof boosts insulation, raising initial costs but lowering long term operating costs. Delays in lottery grants pushed start by 1.5 years. in a buoyant economy, tenders exceed estimates as fewer contractors bid. Visitors invited to see progress, with opening in seven months for shaping up and enjoyment.