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Last Trip of SS Minto at Burton, 1954

The last trip of the SS Minto on April 23, 1954, was an emotional journey for many people. The passenger list was full, and the boat carried a […]

SS Trail, SS Rossland, and SS Minto at Arrowhead, circa 1900

Steamboats SS Trail, SS Rossland, and SS Minto at the dock at Arrowhead circa 1900. The three ships were part of the fleet of the Canadian Pacific Railway, […]

SS Beaton on Icy Water with Barge, 1953

The SS Beaton travelled between Beaton and Arrowhead, usually doing three to four trips per week. When there was ice on the lake, the SS Beaton would cross […]

SS Kootenay Approaching Beaton, circa 1900

The paddlewheeler steamship Kootenay is approaching the landing at Beaton, circa 1900.

Arrowhead circa 1910

Arrowhead was a bustling town in 1910, with hotels, general stores, a school, two churches, and the Canadian Pacific Railway station and yards.

SS Minto and SS Beaton at Arrowhead, circa 1945

The steamships SS Minto and SS Beaton docked at Arrowhead circa 1945.

Sinixt on the Arrow Lakes, circa 1895

Sinixt people on the Arrow Lakes, circa 1895. The Sinixt people are in the distinctive sturgeon-nosed canoe used by their nation. A second canoe is overturned on the […]

Nancy Martin Interview – Arrowhead

Nancy Martin, former Arrowhead resident, discusses life and services in Arrowhead. Title Screen: Circular logo on a black backdrop. Logo is an image of four waves turning into […]

Gawiuk Family Interview – Clearing the Land

Ron Gawiuk discusses the clearing of the land by BC Hydro for the Hugh Keenleyside Dam. Title Screen: Circular logo on a black backdrop. Logo is an image […]