Citywide parks, trails, recreation programs and public facilities.
The City provides 28 parks, an extensive trail system, indoor arenas, outdoor rinks, a disc golf course, sports venues and Western Financial Place, which includes an aquatic centre and NHL-sized rink. The Recreation & Culture department lists programs, facility and park rentals, and seasonal program guides. Administration: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; call 250-489-0220 for information.
Fire suppression, emergency medical response, rescue, hazardous-materials response, inspections and fire-safety education.
Cranbrook Fire & Emergency Services responds within the City of Cranbrook and contract areas, including RDEK Area C and ?aq’am. Call 911 for emergencies; non-emergency phone 250-426-2325.
Public library services, collections, programs, study spaces, public computers and Wi-Fi.
Located at 1212 2nd Street North. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sunday 1–5 p.m.; closed statutory holidays. Phone 250-426-4063. Cranbrook and RDEK Area C residents/property owners receive free membership; other membership options apply.
Fixed-route transit and accessible door-to-door handyDART service in Cranbrook.
BC Transit lists routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 and 14 for Cranbrook. handyDART is an accessible door-to-door service for people whose permanent or temporary disabilities prevent them from using fixed-route transit without assistance. Check the current Rider’s Guide for schedules and eligibility; transit information and handyDART: 1-855-417-4636.
Regional hospital with 24-hour emergency and trauma services, acute and obstetrical care, laboratory and physician specialties.
Interior Health identifies East Kootenay Regional Hospital as a regional provider of core medical and surgical specialty services for the East Kootenay health service area. Emergency and trauma services operate 24 hours. See the official service directory for current departments and access information.
Short-term emergency assistance for eligible residents forced from home by an emergency in the East Kootenay.
When local emergency officials activate Emergency Support Services (ESS), Canadian Red Cross volunteer teams may help evacuees with immediate basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter. Larger responses may include family reunification, emotional support and transportation. The RDEK guide says basic support is generally available for up to 72 hours and may be extended depending on the emergency. Evacuees can pre-register through the provincial ERA website and should follow current instructions from local emergency officials.
Service Areas: Baynes Lake, Brisco, Bull River, Canal Flats, Cokato, Columere, Corbin, Cranbrook, Dorr, Edgewater, Elkford, Elko, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Fernie Alpine Resort, Fort Steele, Galloway, Grasmere, Hosmer, Invermere, Jaffray, Kimberley, Moyie, Newgate, Panorama, Radium Hot Springs, Rosen Lake, Skookumchuck, Sparwood, Spillimacheen, Ta Ta Creek, Tie Lake, Wardner, Wasa, West Fernie, Wilmer, Windermere
Personal care, nursing and homemaking supports delivered in clients’ homes and other settings.
Services include personal care and attendant support with daily activities, nursing care such as medication support and wound care, companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, accompanied appointments, respite and community inclusion supports. Services are individualized; contact the Cranbrook branch for assessment, availability and fees.
Service Areas: Brisco, Canal Flats, Cranbrook, Creston, Elkford, Elko, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Fort Steele, Golden, Grasmere, Invermere, Jaffray, Kimberley, Marysville, Moyie, Panorama, Radium Hot Springs, Skookumchuck, Sparwood, Ta Ta Creek, Wasa, Wilmer, Windermere
Location: 14 - 13th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia
Accessible, on-request transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, including pickup at St. Eugene Mission.
BC Transit Health Connections provides accessible transport to non-emergency medical appointments. The Kimberley / Cranbrook route offers curb-to-curb pickup anywhere in Kimberley, with defined stops in St. Eugene Mission and Cranbrook; it can also serve Cranbrook Regional Hospital, College of the Rockies, Walmart and Tamarack Mall by request. Book at least 24 hours ahead at 1-855-417-4636. Trip times are approximate; call for pickup time and schedule. Special service for riders with mobility issues can be arranged. The listed one-way fare is $3.50.
Service Areas: Cranbrook, Kimberley, St. Eugene Mission
Book-ahead Tuesday and Thursday regional transport with an Invermere Hospital stop.
Invermere Hospital is listed at 09:25 outbound and 17:00 on the return trip. Call 1-877-343-2461 in advance. Passengers with medical appointments have priority; others may ride if space is available. Athalmer is near the Invermere Hospital stop. Confirm schedules before travel.