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New Denver & Silverton
Updated: Jul 25
New Denver
Population: 487
Elevation: 560m ~ 1837ft
Silverton
Population: 149
Elevation: 550m ~ 1804ft
New Denver, BC
A mere 5km apart, Silverton and New Denver, located in British Columbia, share a common history rooted in mining and the natural resources that shaped their development.
Silverton, as the name suggests, owes its name to the valuable silver deposits discovered in the area. In the late 19th century, the discovery of silver sparked a mining boom, attracting prospectors and settlers to the region. The town of Silverton emerged as a bustling mining community, with mines and mining-related businesses flourishing. The abundance of silver ore brought prosperity and growth to the town during its heyday. Although the mining industry eventually declined, Silverton's name continues to serve as a reminder of its past and the silver wealth that once defined the area.
New Denver, on the other hand, has a distinct naming story. The town was established in 1892 by William H. Slocan, a prominent mining entrepreneur. Slocan named the town "New Denver" as an homage to the capital city of Denver in Colorado, USA. At the time, Denver was renowned for its successful mining industry, and Slocan hoped to replicate its prosperity in the Canadian Rockies. The name "New Denver" not only reflected Slocan's aspirations but also paid tribute to the American city of Denver, Colorado, hence, "New Denver."
Both Silverton and New Denver flourished as mining towns, attracting a diverse population of miners, entrepreneurs, and laborers. As the mining industry declined, the towns faced challenges, but they managed to adapt and find new avenues for growth and development.
Today, Silverton and New Denver have evolved into charming communities that embrace their history while offering visitors opportunities to explore their natural beauty. They have become havens for outdoor activities, art, culture, and a tranquil lifestyle. The towns' names serve as reminders of their origins and the historical significance of mining in shaping their identities.
BUSINESS
Village of New Denver (City Hall) 115 Slocan Avenue PO Box 40 New Denver, BC V0G 1S0
Phone: 250 358 2316 Email: office@newdenver.ca Website
Village of Silverton
421 Lake Avenue - Silverton, BC - V0G 1S0 Phone: (250) 358-2472 Email: info@silverton.ca
Slocan Valley Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 448 - New Denver, BC - V0G 1S0
Email: info@slocanvalleychamber.com
Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) - Nelson Office
Box 590 - 202 Lakeside Drive - Nelson, BC - V1L 5R4
Phone: (250) 352-6665
Toll Free: (800) 268-7325
Email: info@rdck.bc.ca
Office Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
(Closed from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm daily)
Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) - Nakusp Office
204 6th Avenue NW - Nakusp, BC - V0G 1R0
Phone: (250) 265-4111
Toll Free: (844) 817-9096
Email: hpedersen@rdck.bc.ca
Office Hours: Wed/Fri 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Slocan Valley Community Directory
New Denver Demographics Information
Silverton Demographics Information
SCHOOLS
Lucerne Elementary Secondary School
604 7 Ave - New Denver, BC - V0G 1S0
Phone: (250) 265-3638 Ext 3
(Kindergarten to Grade 12)
HOSPITALS
Slocan Community Health Centre
401 Galena Avenue - New Denver, BC - V0G 1S0
Phone: (250) 358-7117
Kootenay Lake Hospital
3 View St - Nelson, BC - V1L 2V1
Phone: (250) 352-3111
(100km ~ 1hr 15min drive from New Denver | 95km ~ 1hr 10min from Silverton)
Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital
1200 Hospital Bench - Trail, BC - V1R 4M1
Phone: (250) 368-3311
Toll Free: (866) 368-3314
Patient Care Quality Office: (877) 442-2001
(126km ~ 95min drive from New Denver | 121km ~ 90min drive from Silverton)
TRAVEL
West Kootenay Regional Airport
Hall Road, just off of Highway 3A
Castlegar, BC - V1N 4M5
(250) 365-5151
airport@castlegar.ca
(The airport is 96km ~ 75min drive from New Denver.)
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Trail Regional Airport
Airport Operations
9019 BC-22A - Trail, BC - V1R 4W6
Phone: (250) 367-0029
(135km ~ 1hr 45min drive from New Denver)
Flights and Reservations
Pacific Coastal Airlines
4980 Cowley Crescent - Richmond, BC - V7B 1C1
Phone: (800) 663-2872
Approximate driving distance from New Denver to...
Nelson, BC - 100km / 62mi
Castlegar, BC - 99km / 61mi
Kaslo, BC - 46km / 29mi
Kelowna, BC - 291km / 180mi
Vanvouver, BC - 677km / 421mi
Cranbrook, BC - 322km / 200mi
Calgary, AB - 714km / 443mi
Seattle, WA - 719km / 447mi
Spokane, WA - 325km / 202mi
Sandpoint, ID - 360km / 224mi
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