Sports & Facilities
Alcan sponsored a sports association and soccer and hockey were the competitive sports for the town. The Rod & Gun Club built its clubhouse and curling rink beside Kitimat River.
The Snow Valley Figure Skating Club formed in 1965 with 100 skaters. Over the years, many awards have been won.
Knights of Columbus Mixed Bonspiel
Start of the annual Knights of Columbus mixed curling bonspiel between Kitimat, Terrace, and Prince Rupert, February 7, 1970.
New Tamitik Ice Rink
New indoor ice rink, City Centre, replaced the outdoor ice. Photographed September 26, 1964.
Soccer crowd in Kitamaat
Soccer crowd in Kitamaat - Portuguese and Haisla match, 1956. By 1958, the Haisla of Kitamaat and ten other teams were in Kitimat's soccer league. The crowds were passionate about the game, and sometimes punches were thrown, but the league did manage to provide a way for different cultural groups to come together.
Sports Trophies for Fishing
Fish Derby winners, March 2, 1968. Pryde Automotive Ltd. and Kitimat Sporting Goods sponsored the event.
Mr. Ludwig, Big Fish
Mr. H. Ludwig with his big fish - a 125-pound halibut caught near Bish Bay on the Douglas Channel, May 17, 1968.
Young Skaters at Carnival
Young skaters pose behind the scenes during the Ice Carnival held annually by the Snow Valley Skating Club, April 18, 1973.
