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This project will restore and enhance 115 hectares of forest habitat on ?akisq?nuk reserve lands.

This project supports health and safety repairs for one affordable rental housing unit in the ?Akisq'nuk community.

The Youth Network will support youth priorities, local activities and diverse opportunities for youth aged 12-18 years in aqam.

The feasibility study will look at extending the Trans Canada Trail from ?aq'am to Cranbrook, which would allow for safer pedestrian travel between the two communities.

Cranbrook Tourism and its partners will develop high grade video, photo and editorial content to promote the Cranbrook area, and contribute to growing the region's tourism economy and employment.

The Friends of Forte Steele will repair the 1077 Locomotive for the Fort Steele Heritage Town.

This project supports the coordination of the 2019 Columbia Basin Trails Meeting June 6 and 7 in Nakusp, BC.

This project supports a performance by the Ktunaxa Nation Dance Troupe at the 2019 Columbia Basin Transboundary Conference: One River, One Future on Kimberley BC, September 13, 2019.

The 2020 Summer Season of the Gold Fever Follies based on local gold rush era history provides entertainment to residents and visitors alike.

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce will host the Virtual Fernie Business Excellence Awards on October 23 2020.

The 40th Anniversary of Castlegar and District Community Services Society will celebrate the accomplishments and good work of the agency over the past 40 years and acknowledge the contributions of staff, volunteers, board members and other supporters, being held in Castlegar May 29th, 2019.

This project will contribute to the celebrations of the United Way East Kootenay's 50th Anniversary.

The Creston Valley Blossom Festival Association will be hosting the 78th Annual Creston Valley Blossom Festival in the Creston Valley on May 17, 2019. This event is a community celebration highlighting all the Creston Valley has to offer with a day of games, parades, entertainment and more.

The Kootenay Film Society will host a three-day event November 15 to 17, 2019 that will showcase the film, animation, music videos, documentary, and experimental film work of BC filmmakers from Yahk to Riondel.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project provides Indigenous outreach programming in the West Kootenay region including cultural awareness trainings and activities.

This project delivers a sociallyconscious arts program in schools designed to address systemic hate intolerance discrimination and racism.

This project delivers lowbarrier adult counselling services to provide immediate care to people dealing with challenges or crisis situations in Golden.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project is to support the Agriculture program with non contractual expenses.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

The Community Initiatives Program is a communitybased granting program that incorporates local input in the adjudication process. The CIP and Affected Areas Program is delivered on behalf of the Trust by the Regional Districts of Central Kootenay East Kootenay Kootenay Boundary ?aqam ?Akisqnuk First Nation Lower Kootenay Town of Golden City of Revelstoke Shuswap Indian Band Tobacco Plains and Village of Valemount.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Edgewater Legion will host the annual Easter Egg hunt April 21, 2019.

Seniors from across the region will join the Walk for Alzheimer's and enjoy a community BBQ to raise awareness of the disease in Castlegar on September 26th, 2019.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

The Community Initiatives Program is a communitybased granting program that incorporates local input in the adjudication process. The CIP and Affected Areas Program is delivered on behalf of the Trust by the Regional Districts of Central Kootenay East Kootenay Kootenay Boundary ?aqam ?Akisqnuk First Nation Lower Kootenay Town of Golden City of Revelstoke Shuswap Indian Band Tobacco Plains and Village of Valemount.

This project supports three new units of affordable rental housing and one health and safety repair in the aqam community.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

Sponsorship in community arenas and curling rinks.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will pay for the immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will apply scientific and indigenous knowledge and methodologies to enhance the availability, value and connectivity of 400 hectares of core grizzly bear habitat in select areas on the west side of Arrow Lake.

Arrow Lakes Historical Society will host a slide show of historical photographs on April 12, 2019.

Arrow Lakes Historical Society will host a farewell dinner September 21, 2019 to one of the founders of the archives and to give residents a chance to show their appreciation for her efforts.

This project will support arts culture and heritage venues to respond to the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic adapt venues and provide programming to Basin residents. 

The Arrow Slocan Tourism Association will receive consultant support to build organizational capacity.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

The 32nd annual ArtWalk takes place across across Nelson and RDCK areas E and F with participation from more than 40 visual artists and close to 20 live performers.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

East Shore Food Roots will host the Autumn Jamboree on September 14, 2019.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Basin Business Advisors program is delivered by Community Futures Central Kootenay, and its purpose is to strengthen Basin businesses to maintain and create meaningful and sustainable local employment and be vibrant and prosperous.

The Basin Food Producer Wage Subsidy Program is delivered by College of the Rockies and provides support to primary food producers in the Basin who are increasing food production to meet the increase in local demand resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.

This project supports event administration and logistics for the annual Basin Food & Buyers Expo and the bi-annual Basin Agriculture Forum

This project will support maintenance and development for the Basin PLAYS Hub website.

This project will cover costs related to the Basin Youth Network program development.

This project will be a renewal for the Basin Youth Sport and Physical Literacy Consultant for a third year as per RFP201809.

Preliminary assessment of the feasibility of expanding the Food & Farm Directory Basin-wide.

This project is to complete a survey to be distributed to Columbia Basin food producers and processors to inform key Basinwide food hub planning developments.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

The Annual BC Book Prizes Author Tour brings prize-nominated authors into public schools and libraries helping bridge the gap between authors and young readers during the month of April across the Columbia Basin.

This project will support arts culture and heritage venues to respond to the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic adapt venues and provide programming to Basin residents.

This project supports Wildsight ElK Valley attendance at the BC Association of Farmers Markets Convention 2020 to learn best practices and to network with other market managers.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will restore and enhance forest grassland and wetland ecological values on 296 hectares of the Big Ranch Conservation Property.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This program provides funding for organizations to either host or to send members to an accredited training course to become a certified coach or official or enhance coach or official development.

This grant provides funding for organizations to either host or to send members to an accredited training course to become a certified coach or official or enhance coach or official development.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will provide support for the Slocan Lake Stewardship Society to develop a detailed proposal to implement the Bonanza Biodiversity Corridor Wetland Enhancement Project in the Slocan Valley.

This project will restore and enhance ecosystem values in three key wetland complexes in the Bonanza Corridor, from Slocan Lake north to Summit Lake.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project expands the delivery and nutritional quality of the School District 19 Breakfast Program.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

All existing light fixtures will be changed to high-efficiency LED fixtures at the old Blueberry Fire Hall.

Invermere will once again be the location of the annual Bull Riding Rodeo on July 19, 2019. This marks the 20th year of this popular event which attracts over 2,000 from the Columbia Valley.

This project will restore an abandoned mill site to an open meadow and grassland complex and complete conservation fencing at the Bull River Conservation Property.

The annual Burton City Daze will take place June 22, 2019 in Burton. This event is popular with local and area residents.

The Burton Community Association will receive consultant support to build organizational capacity.

The Burton Fire Department will be holding their 11th annual Community Christmas Party December 14, 2019.

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce will host Business Best Ball during the month of September. Rather than a typical golf tournament participants will golf in small groups and compete for best ball.

Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Business Excellence Awards Gala digitally on November 7 2020.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Nakusp Rail Society will be hosting special train-related activities during Canada Day. These include tours of the rail site, contests and prizes.

The Sand Creek Community Club will be hosting the 2019 Canada Day Celebration. This event will take place July 1, 2019 at the Jaffray Community Hall.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

Three community events, Canadian Rivers Day, BC Rivers Day, and the Non-profit Seasonal Faire are taking place in the Slocan Valley in 2019.

The Village of Canal Flats will develop a pavilion and public washrooms to create an area in the Canal Flats Community Park for gathering and events.

This project will support flood risk assessment and modelling on the Kootenay River, as well as community engagement and outreach, to enable Canal Flats to evaluate flood risk and identify flood risk mitigation measures.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

The project will construct a track and field at the Canyon Lister Elementary School.

The Canyon Community Association will install new equipment for safety and enjoyment in Canyon Park.

This project will provide capital project development support for the Columbia Basin Trust region.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will support arts culture and heritage venues to respond to the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic adapt venues and provide programming to Basin residents.

The City of Castlegar is hosting the annual Canada Day Celebration which will include a community BBQ, family events/games, live entertainment and outdoor movie in the park.

The Community Foundation of Castlegar and District is hosting a virtual event October 22 2020 to raise awareness of their activities.

The Community Foundation of Castlegar & District is hosting an event September 21, 2019 at Little Bear Golf course to raise awareness of their activities.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will pay for the immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This Project provides development support for the creation of affordable rental housing units in Castlegar BC.

This project is to support early years organizations to maintain enhance or adapt services as a result of the COVID19 pandemic.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This program provides financial support for accredited training opportunities. The grants provide funding for organizations to either host or to send members to an accredited training course to become a certified coach or official or enhance coach or official development.

The Trust is sponsoring a sculpture for Castlegar Sculpturewalk 2020.

Sunfest is a three day festival featuring a parade, live entertainment, fireworks and activities for all ages in Castlegar's Kinsmen Park from May 31 to June 2, 2019.

The Castlegar Villa Society will purchase new equipment to ensure their fire alarm system is connected to the Castlegar Fire Department.

This project reduces social isolation for seniors by increasing opportunities for intergenerational connections and community engagement.

Residents and visitors will be invited to the Centennial Building in Nakusp August 10 for a BBQ and open house. The activities of the library, museum and archives are highlighted during this annual event.

The Village of New Denver will develop a Master Plan for Centennial Park.

The Central Kootenay Food Policy Council will receive consultant support to build organizational capacity.

The East Kootenay Foundation of Health is hosting the 9th annual Charity Golf Tournament on July 24 2020.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services for child care operators as a result of COVID19.

The British Columbia Choral Federation will host Chorfest 2019 "Music in the Mountains" on May 19, 2019 in Kimberley.

This project is to support early years organizations to maintain enhance or adapt services as a result of the COVID19 pandemic.

The Circle of Indigenous Nations Society will build seven office spaces and create a gathering space to support traditional ceremony and programs in their newly purchased building.

This project supports the acquisition and installation of a piece of public art, to be installed in downtown Cranbrook visible from the main highway.

This grant provides funding for organizations to either host or to send members to an accredited training course to become a certified coach or official or enhance coach or official development.

This grant provides funding for organizations to either host or to send members to an accredited training course to become a certified coach or official or enhance coach or official development.

The project will expand the Civic from a single theatre to a threetheatre venue to support financial sustainability and to develop and deliver additional programs and services.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

This project provides development support to increase the number of affordable rental housing units at Claydon Villa in Cranbrook.

This projects supports new and enhanced mental health services for young adults affected by COVID19.

The Coal Miner Days Society will be hosting the Sparwood Coal Miner Days in the community of Sparwood from June 3 to 9, 2019. This week-long event is a family friendly annual community celebration.

This project will pay for the immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will provide bursaries to COTR students who are experiencing financial hardship as a result of
the pandemic.

This project is to support early years organizations to maintain enhance or adapt services as a result of the COVID19 pandemic.

This project is to support early years organizations to maintain enhance or adapt services as a result of the COVID19 pandemic.

This project supports the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network to build organizational capacity.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project supports the graphic design of the Columbia Basin Glacier and Snow Network technical report and plain language summary.

As a celebration of the Columbia Basin Trusts 25th anniversary video content will be produced to tell stories about the formation of the Trust while paying tribute to the individuals that were its founding architects.

This project continues to work toward launching a multiagency water monitoring initiative Initiative that provides support and guidance for community groups and technical experts to conduct field based data collection about water quality and quantity i.e. “water monitoring”.

This project will support delivery of grants to artists and arts and culture organizations as well as activities for the arts and culture sector in the Columbia Basin Trust region through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance.

This program provides financial support for accredited training opportunities. The grants provide funding for organizations to either host or to send members to an accredited training course to become a certified coach or official or enhance coach or official development.

This project is supports to the Columbia River Treaty Local Governments Committee (LG Committee) to assist local governments and region residents to engage in decisions around the future of the Columbia River Treaty.

This project supports the Columbia Valley Airport Society to build organizational capacity.

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Annual Business Excellence Awards in 2019. This is an annual event that recognizes local businesses and volunteers across the Columbia Valley.

This project will support arts culture and heritage venues to respond to the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic adapt venues and provide programming to Basin residents.   

This Columbia Valley project is to address economic development priorities including: regional and gateway signage; working with local First Nations on the enhancement of valley identity and reconciliation; and workforce development.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project will pay for immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project supports the Columbia Valley Search And Rescue Society to build organizational capacity.

The Columbia Valley Youth Network will support youth priorities, local activities and diverse opportunities for youth aged 12-18 years in the Columbia Valley.

This project supports the purchase of four new stoves for the Kinnaird Park Community Church commercial kitchen and the many community organizations who use the space including Recreation Involving Seniors (IRIS), the Red Cross, Selkirk Gymnastics Club, multiple day cares and the Brain Injury Association all of whom require an affordable, food-safe kitchen to prepare food with or for their clients.

The project will develop online videos to educate the public on community based water monitoring.

This project delivers community workshops and training on violence education and bystander intervention.

This project links community volunteers to individuals with acquired brain injuries to reduce social isolation.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will support Basin Food Banks to continue and enhance their support of the most vulnerable Basin residents.

This project will pay for the immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project supports Community Connections Revelstoke to develop plans for a new outreach centre in Revelstoke.

This project supports Community Connections Revelstoke to renovate its new Outreach Centre in Revelstoke.

The Community Connections Revelstoke Society will receive consultant support to build organizational capacity.

This project supports the Community Connections Revelstoke Society to build organizational capacity.

This project will pay for the immediate costs required to maintain enhance and or offer new services to vulnerable populations at risk of not meeting their basic needs as a result of COVID19.

This project is to support early years organizations to maintain enhance or adapt services as a result of the COVID19 pandemic.

This project will support new or enhanced services to address the temporary increased demand currently experienced by food recovery programs as a result of COVID19.

This project will improve the Coal Creek Staging Area in Fernie by enhancing the parking area and installing interpretive signage.

This project will support improvements to the 4-season trail amenities near Gorman Lake, including parking area improvements, trail improvements for all season access, and the replacement of two aging bridges for safety and environmental sustainability.

This project supports the construction of four sections of new, multi-use, bi-directional single-track trail on Kootenay Columbia mountain, adjacent to Rossland.

This project will install culverts to improve drainage and snow grooming capabilities, construct new portions of an existing beginner area and add a ski play area at the Kaslo Nordic Ski Trail.

This project supports the rehabilitation of trails in the Semlin Creek and Lamb Creek areas near Cranbrook.

This project will support the rehabilitation of trails at the Summit Lake Ski Area near Nakusp.

This project supports the enhancement of the Ka Papa Cedars Trail near Creston.

This project would support the rehabilitation of a connector cross country ski trail at the Castlegar Nordic Ski Club.

This project will restore the overgrown historic David Thompson Heritage Trail from Cairnes Creek to Howse Pass on the AB/BC border.

This project will develop and enhance the trail network at the Elk Valley Nordic Centre.

This project will develop adaptive trails, and add a wheelchair accessible washroom and bridge.

This project supports the enhancement of trails at the Valhalla Hills Nordic Ski Club.

This projects will support the construction of a single track multi-use non-motorised trail connector in Kimberley.

This project supports the installation of trailhead amenities at McGinty Lake near Kimberley.

This project aims to upgrade, rehabilitate and enhance trails to increase safety, appeal and accessibility of long-standing trails in the Nelson area trail network.

This project supports the rehabilitation of Busk to Euphrates connector trail at the Nelson Nordic Ski Club.

This project supports the rehabilitation of trails and the development of a novice trail in Valemount.

This project supports the development of the Lunch Loop, the second section of a three part project which will provide trail users with a flow style trail in Sparwood.

This project would upgrade mountain bike and multi-use trails at the Mount Swansea Recreation Site further increasing usability and offering enhanced recreation opportunities to a wider range of users.

This project will support the replacement of the Galena Trail Boardwalk as an adaptive trail.

The project will support the Fernie Trails Alliance Association to rehabilitate the Al Matador and Stupid trails in Fernie.

This project will support the installation of benches and picnic tables on the established District of Invermere Trail System Routes.

This project supports the development of a beginner trail with improved drainage in Montrose.

This project supports the replacement of a ticket booth at the Revelstoke West Boulder Trailhead.

This project would support the replacement of maps on trailhead kiosks and the installation of wayfinding maps and regulatory signage at key locations throughout Castlegar's network of trails.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school, alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Education-recognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

Four students were awarded the Neil Muth Scholarship in 2020.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

The Youth Community Service Award is based on volunteer service. Graduates from a Basin high school alternate school or other institution that grants Ministry of Educationrecognized graduation diplomas are eligible for the award.

Kids from across the region will compete in the APEG's "Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest 2019" in Castlegar on April 6, 2019.

The Annual BC Book Prizes Author Tour brings prize-nominated authors into public schools and libraries helping bridge the gap between authors and young readers during the month of April across the Columbia Basin.

In support of its mission the Kalein Centre is hosting a Dead Poets Society Gala showcasing local poets, dancers and a vocal ensemble led by Allison Girvan at the Hume Hotel in Nelson on May 2, 2019.

A 30 person, cross-sector round table will explore how the climate crisis affects different regional sectors and people and expand capacity to support the mitigation/adaptation efforts in Nelson, May 20, 2019.

Sunfest is a three day festival featuring a parade, live entertainment, fireworks and activities for all ages in Castlegar's Kinsmen Park from May 31 to June 2, 2019.

New Denver May Days is a three day community festival featuring crafts, food vendors and events for all ages May 16-19, 2019.

The Pass Creek neighbourhood Association's Pass Creek Spring Revival includes family activities, music and a community barbeque in Pass Creek June 2, 2019.

The 40th Anniversary of Castlegar and District Community Services Society will celebrate the accomplishments and good work of the agency over the past 40 years and acknowledge the contributions of staff, volunteers, board members and other supporters, being held in Castlegar May 29th, 2019.

Over 30 businesses will celebrate a reinvigorated downtown business community with the two day "I Heart Downtown Castlegar" event May 24 and 25 throughout downtown Castlegar.

Silver City Days is a three day community celebration with a parade, fireworks, midway and live entertainment in Trail May 8 to May 12, 2019.

Mel Reasoner will present a climate change presentation called "Climate Change in the Southwest Columbia Basin" to help residents in the Slocan Valley understand climate change.

Three community events, Canadian Rivers Day, BC Rivers Day, and the Non-profit Seasonal Faire are taking place in the Slocan Valley in 2019.

The 2019 Queen City Cruise will bring over 300 participants and attract thousands of spectators to Nelson on September 7 and 8, 2019.

The Ymir Community Association is hosting the Ragnarok Music Festival, a free family festival includes crafts, games and entertainment, on July 25, 2019 in Ymir, BC.

The Songs My Mother Taught Me voice and piano recital tour takes place in Castlegar, Nakusp and Silverton starting May 10, 2019.

The annual holiday season Valhalla Community Choir Holiday Concert is a cornerstone of community life and a local seasonal tradition being held in New Denver December 13, 2019.

The City of Castlegar is hosting the annual Canada Day Celebration which will include a community BBQ, family events/games, live entertainment and outdoor movie in the park.

The 13th Annual MarketFest is a family friendly street festival with live bands, a dance troop, live painting, a local artists gallery along with 100 vendors selling local art and local food for over 3000 people taking place Friday, July 26th and Friday, August 23rd in Nelson.

The 28th Annual Kaslo Jazz Etc Festival will once again attract over 3000 people per day to the small Village of Kaslo. Featuring world class musicians, this iconic festival is a flagship event in the Kootenays and provides work experience to almost 500 people who are involved in the production of the festival.

The Tiny Lights Festival presents over 100 artists to more than 1000 attendees in eight venues Ymir, June 7 - 9, 2019.

The Village council and citizens celebrate Warfield Day with a parade, children's entertainment, bands, pool events, and a B-B-Q dinner on June 1st, 2019.

The annual Rossland Golden City Days community festival celebrating Rossland's pioneer history and mountain culture. The event, running since 1972, on the 3rd weekend in September includes children's games, family friendly activities, local artists, musicians, heritage events and clothing, outhouse races and a parade.

Castlegar Arts Council will host the 9th annual Kootenay Festival on July 27, 2019. The event celebrates the arts, culture and heritage of the region and is free and inclusive to all attendees.

The 10th annual Cruisin' the Columbia car show is taking place in Trail on June 14-16, 2019 attracting auto enthusiasts from around the Pacific Northwest.

Storm the Stairs is the United Way of Greater Trail's signature community-wide event celebrating Trail's historic covered staircases Saturday, September 28th, 2019.

The Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce's Canada Day 2019 celebrates the cultural diversity and heritage of Canada and is taking place at Lakeside Park in Nelson, BC on July 1, 2019.

Seniors from across the region will join the Walk for Alzheimer's and enjoy a community BBQ to raise awareness of the disease in Castlegar on September 26th, 2019.

The Salmo Public Library is hosting an "On the Table" event to encourage community connection by bringing community members together for dialogue on the topic, "What does change mean to you?" on September 28th in Salmo.

The Rossland Bearfest is a fun, community learning event about bear behaviour, bear rehabilitation, and avoiding human-bear conflict hosted by the Northern Lights Wildlife Society, WildsafeBC, and Grizzly Bear Coexistence Solutions taking place September 8th in Rossland.

The Wasa and District Lions Club will host an afternoon of family oriented fun to celebrate the New Year including bonfires, skating, snacks and sleigh rides on December 29, 2019.

This event brings together six wildlife experts from western North America whose presentation in Cranbrook on April 13, 2019 will increase attendees' understanding of the cause of diminishing big game populations and solutions for what can be done to reverse the trend.

St. Eugene will host a writer's conference on May 7 to 12, 2019.

The Senior Citizens Society of Fernie and District will celebrate their 60th Anniversary through various events in 2019, beginning April 15.

Lady's Leg Dancers will host Lilith Women's Art Festival from March 7 to 9, 2019.

The East Kootenay Foundation for Health will host the Spring Fling on April 27, 2019.

Cranbrook and District 4-H Council will host the regional competition and achievement day on May 4, 2019.

Kimberley Makers Market will host the third annual artisan market on April 27 and 28, 2019.

Wildsight Elk Valley will host Jaffray Earth Day Community and School Clean up on April 23, 2019.

Wildsight Creston Valley Bird Festival Committee will host the Festival from May 10 to 13, 2019.

Key City Theatre Society will host the Kootenay Children's Festival on May 11, 2019.

The British Columbia Choral Federation will host Chorfest 2019 "Music in the Mountains" on May 19, 2019 in Kimberley.

The District of Elkford will be hosting their annual community celebration, Elkford Wildcat Days at the District of Elkford Facilities and Fields in June 2019. This event is a social gathering celebrating the community and family.

The Creston Valley Blossom Festival Association will be hosting the 78th Annual Creston Valley Blossom Festival in the Creston Valley on May 17, 2019. This event is a community celebration highlighting all the Creston Valley has to offer with a day of games, parades, entertainment and more.

The Fernie and District Arts Council will host the Wednesday Concert Series throughout July and August 2019.

Creston Ladies Iron Maiden will host the 12th annual appreciation lunch for volunteers on October 8, 2019.

Ravenstone Viking Settlement will host the Kimberley Viking Festival from July 13 to 14, 2019.

Centre 64 Society will host the Kimberley Kaleidoscope Outdoor Children's Festival on August 24, 2019.

East Shore Food Roots will host the Autumn Jamboree on September 14, 2019.

Motor Mountain Nationals will host the family classic car show whith events from July 26 to 27, 2019.

The Kimberley Community Fall Fair will occur from September 28 to 29, 2019.

Kimberley and District Chamber fo Commerce will host the Annual Community Festival from July 20 to 22, 2019.

Cranbrook Sunrise Rotary Club will host the 7th annual Kootenay Rockies Gran Fondo on Septemer 7, 2019.

Cranbrook Multicultural Society will host a 2 day festival on August 16 and 17, 2019.

JCI Leadercast Live is a live-streaming leadership conference being held in Cranbrook on May 10th, 2019.

Wildsight Elk Valley will host the Fernie Fall Fair on September 22, 2019.

Wasa will host a community FireSmart event to promote Volunteer Fire Prevention and Suppression on June 8, 2019.

Fisher Peak Performing Artists Society will host 8 free Community Live Entertainment events in Cranbrook on Saturdays throughout July and August, 2019.

Cranbrook Fire Fighters Project Society will host a fishing clinic for kids on June 16, 2019.

Kimberley Pipe Band Society will host a musical evening with highland dancers on November 9, 2019.

Lister Community Association is celebrating the community's centenial anniversary on June 7, 8 and 9, 2019.

Fort Steele Heritage Town will host a Theatre Community Talent Show on May 24, 2019.

The Cranbrook Lions Club is hosting a Dog Walk on behalf of the Therapeutic Paws Society on June 9, 2019.

Waldo Stockbreeders Livestock Association will celebrate their 80th anniversary on October 26, 2019 by hosting a public event.

The Creston & District Historical & Museum Society and the Creston Refugee Committee will celebrate Multiculturalism Day in Creston on June 27, 2019.

The Canadian Mental Health Association for the Kootenays hosts a no barrier dinner event from 4 to 6 p.m. for all of its volunteers on May 27, 2019.

The Yasodhara Ashram Society will host their 24th annual Strawberry Social on June 22, 2019. This is a free event offering Creston-grown strawberries and refreshments to the eastshore and surrounding communities.

The West Creston Community Association will host their annual picnic on September 8, 2019. This will bring together area residents to celebrate, play games and connect.

The Sam Steele Society will be hosting the 2019 Sam Steele Days at various locations within the community of Cranbrook from June 13 to 16. This event is a community collaboration showcasing Cranbrook's history, heritage and pride to over 15,000 participants.

The Coal Miner Days Society will be hosting the Sparwood Coal Miner Days in the community of Sparwood from June 3 to 9, 2019. This week-long event is a family friendly annual community celebration.