Celista is a small community located along the north shore of Shuswap Lake in British Columbia, Canada. 

 

The local school is North Shuswap Elementary school, which has grades one to eight and has an annual enrollment of just over 100 students.

 

In recent years the exploding tourism industry has taken over and the majority of the residences are now owned for summer use only.

 

Local residents have notable self-pride and most are employed by local cash crops ranging in species. Other notable establishments within the community include Celista Hall (used to host local meetings as well as the "coffee house" (a display of local musical talent) throughout the year), Kokopelli Internet Cafe, and the Sunnyside Supermarket for groceries as well as gas. The nearby Crowfoot Mountain is popular for snowmobiling.

 

Other businesses in the community include a mechanic shop, Naomi's Beads, and Sun Beach water sports equipment. There is also a community skating rink during the winter on Meadow Creek Road.

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The area also holds a variety of hiking, biking and walking trails as well as lake access for swimming, boating. Winter attracts snow seekers for snowmobiling, fishing and skiing.