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Salmo: Who’s who in business

Salmo boasts a bounty of recreation opportunities and unique small businesses

Salmo downtown

— Photo courtesy Diane Kalen-Sukra

Community Pulse Population1,140 (2021) Number of businesses115 (approx) Supporting industriesForestry, construction, manufacturing, transportation, retail

Charming Salmo, B.C. can be found at the junction of Highway 3 (the Crowsnest Highway) and Highway 6, providing direct access to Nelson, Castlegar, Trail, and Creston. Originally built as a shortcut to bypass the ferry crossing at Kootenay Lake, the Salmo–Creston highway remains a key transportation route in the region.

Named after the salmon that once thrived in the Salmo River, the village supports a mix of small businesses and outdoor recreation. The Salmo Ski Hill offers local winter sports opportunities, while the surrounding area attracts residents and visitors with hiking, fishing, and other year-round activities.

 


The summit of the Salmo–Creston pass. Kerry Shellborn photo

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Salmo Chamber of Commerce

Everything you need to know about the Salmo and District Chamber of Commerce on one handy page.

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City of Salmo

Salmo’s Village Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the Village Office.

Village office address: 423 Davies Avenue, Salmo, British Columbia.

Contact: [email protected]; 250-357-9433

Village council

  • Diana Lockwood, Mayor
  • Melanie Cox, Councillor
  • Jonathon Heatlie, Councillor
  • Jennifer Lins, Councillor
  • Kenzie Neil, Councillor

 

 

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