West Kootenay Volunteer Driver Program

Provides transportation for residents of all ages in the West Kootenay region to attend medical appointments as well as for seniors aged 60+ to social and recreational appointments 

Rides are provided by screened and insured volunteer drivers at a per km rate. (some exceptions or minimum charges may apply).  Rides are offered within communities as well as within the Kootenays and occasionally beyond the Kootenays. 

Users must be independent and able to load/unload any mobility device required.

Open to those residing in Nakusp, the Slocan Corridor, Castlegar, Trail, Nelson, Warfiled, Rossland, Fruitvale and Montrose.

Call for more details re fees charged for various distances.

Address / Contact Info

Castlegar Community Services
1695 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BCV1N 1J1
Coordinator : Michelle Postnikoff

Phone Numbers

Coordinator: (250) 365-2104 Ext 225
Office: (250) 365-2104
Fax: (250) 365-2154

Hours of Operation

Volunteer Driver Program: Mon to Fri: 9am - 4pm

Office: Mon to Thurs: 9am - 4pm

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Languages spokenEnglish

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This program was last updated on: 15 Jul 2026.