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SUMMARY:Expression of Interest Deadline: Ecosystem Enhancement Program
DESCRIPTION:Ecosystem Enhancement Program is a two-stage application process. First\, an online Expression of Interest (EOI) must be submitted. Second\, if the project is selected to move forward\, a full application must be developed for submission. Support and guidance from Trust staff or a program advisor will be provided to develop the full application. The EOI deadline is May 22\, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. MT. If selected to move forward\, the applicant will receive confirmation from the Trust by July 9\, 2026. Then\, the Trust will request the applicant to submit a full application\, due on or before October 22\, 2026. Visit: Ecosystem Enhancement Program – Columbia Basin Trust
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/expression-of-interest-deadline-ecosystem-enhancement-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260513T150000
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SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Non-profit SMART Grants
DESCRIPTION:Non-Profit SMART Grants support Basin non-profits and First Nations to increase their energy efficiency\, generate renewable energy\, adapt to the impacts of climate change\, and/or reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.For more information visit\, ourtrust.org/npsmart.
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/application-deadline-non-profit-smart-grants/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T120000
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SUMMARY:Non-profit Webinar: Non-Profits and Employment Standards
DESCRIPTION:What crucial element of employment law should non-profit leaders be aware of? This session will cover key human resource and employment standards lessons for board members and management staff. We will discuss how the law treats various categories of personnel that typically support a non-profit (e.g.\, volunteers\, contractors and permanent staff)\, their rights\, and employer obligations.Presenter Jonathan Arkle is a lawyer with Doak Shirreff Lawyers LLP in Kelowna and specializes in employment and human resource law. The information shared during this webinar is for educational purposes and is not considered legal advice or guidance. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Jonathan ArkleDate: May 6\, 2026Time: 12:00 – 1:30 pm PTZoom registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_JcYHPqcTf2c9Nk-AOc3KQ
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/non-profit-webinar-non-profits-and-employment-standards/
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SUMMARY:Sponsored Events May
DESCRIPTION:May 2 – West Creston Annual Community Clean-up\, CrestonThe West Creston Community Hall Society will bring residents together for their annual Community Clean-Up\, including roadside garbage pickup\, picnic table painting\, and other improvement projects at the Hall. Participants will be rewarded with a free BBQ at the end of the day. \n\n\n\nMay 5 – Missing Murdered Indigenous Women/People Awareness Walk\, CranbrookAq̓am will lead the MMIW/P Awareness Walk on May 5\, 2026. The walk will open with drummers\, and will include guest speakers\, resource booths and sharing from families and friends of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People.May 6 to 10 – Silver City Days\, Trail Silver City Days\, an annual celebration of Trail’s community and culture\, will take place from May 6-10\, 2026\, and include live entertainment\, food vendors\, a midway\, and many special events. \n\n\n\nMay 9 – Blaeberry Community Day\, Area A\, BlaeberryThe Blaeberry Community Preparedness Association will host the Blaeberry Community Day on May 9\, 2026 – an event focused on educational and fun family focused activities to strengthen community resilience and improve emergency readiness. \n\n\n\nMay 9 – Windlove Water Day\, Area H\, WinlawThe 22nd Annual Winlove Water Day\, celebrating the local watersheds\, is a one-day event for the entire family. Held in Winlaw on May 9\, 2026\, it includes a parade\, live music\, local market\, a kids zone\, a maypole dance and more. \n\n\n\nMay 10 – Chinook Salmon Release\, ValemountThe Simpcw Nation\, Spruce City Wildlife Association\, and Tourism Valemount Society will host the Chinook Salmon Release on Sunday\, May 10\, 2026\, at George Hicks Regional Park \n\n\n\nMay 17 – Yaqan Nukiy 2026 Pow Wow\, Yaqan NukiyThe 2026 Yaqan Nukiy Pow Wow and gathering will occur from May 15-17\, 2026\, and will be open to community and KNC members. \n\n\n\nMay 20 – Salmon Release 2026\, Basin WideThis project supports the Shuswap Band to partner with other Secwépemc communities\, as well as the Ktunaxa and Okanagan Nations\, to conduct a ceremonial release of Sockeye salmon fry into the headwaters of the Columbia River at a location that has been used historically for harvesting salmon by the local Indigenous peoples. The event takes place May 20\, 2026. \n\n\n\nMay 23 – Kootenay Co-op Radio Block Party #4\, City of NelsonKootenay Co-operative Radio will host their annual Block Party at Lions Park in Nelson on May 23\, 2026. This is a free event where local co-ops\, charities\, and Non-profit organizations are invited to engage the public with musical and dance performances\, family friendly activities\, and food vendors. Event Information.  \n\n\n\nMay 22 to 24 – Beaver Valley May Days\, FruitvaleThe 116th annual Beaver Valley May Days celebration will take place May 22-24\, 2026 in Fruitvale\, featuring a kids zone\, live music and entertainment\, local artists and vendors\, food trucks and more. Event Information.  \n\n\n\nMay 30 – Spring Fling\, KimberleySummit Community Services Society is hosting a community BBQ on May 30\, 2026. This community event will be held outside at Rocky Mountain Childcare in Marysville and will provide an opportunity for families to come out and enjoy the day. The event consists of a BBQ\, Bouncy Castle\, activities for the children\, live music\, face painting and more. Event Information.  \n\n\n\nMay 30 – Spring Fling\, CSRD Area\, FieldThe Field Recreation Advisory Association will host Spring Fling\, their annual summer season kick off party on May 30\, 2026\, welcoming all Field residents\, both new and old. \n\n\n\nMay 30 to 31 – Revy ReFest 2026\, Revelstoke Revy Re-Fest is a community upcycling festival that will take place May 30th-31st\, 2026\, in Revelstoke\, BC. There will be tons of opportunities for local people to reduce waste\, learn practical knowledge and skills\, repair\, and connect. Event Information.  \n\n\n\nMay 30 to 31 – Achievement Day\, WycliffeThe Wasa and District 4-H Club are hosting their annual achievement day from May 30- 31\, 2026\, for 4-H members to showcase their projects and to be judges for completion. The youth members contribute to the community through service projects and learning skills that they can use to grow food\, become entrepreneurs\, and public speaking.
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/sponsored-events-may/
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SUMMARY:Non-profit Webinar: Bylaws and Policies: Essential Tools for Effective Non-profit Boards
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen your Non-Profit’s foundation with this practical webinar on creating clear\, effective bylaws and policies. Learn how bylaws define your organization’s purpose\, how policies guide day to day operations\, and which governance tools every Board needs—from financial oversight to meeting management. We’ll wrap up with key resources available to nonprofits across the Columbia Basin.For more than forty years\, Heather Rennebohm has worked with and taught across the full spectrum of non-profit organizations\, all of which depend on community goodwill\, volunteer energy\, and shared resources. Her experience spans youth sports\, arts and culture\, environmental research\, and community development. Throughout her career\, Heather has helped organizations identify the people\, plans\, funding\, and social enterprise opportunities needed to move ideas from early concept to pilot projects and\, ultimately\, to strong\, sustainable policy. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Heather RennebohmDate: April 29\, 2026Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am PTZoom registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/P17SuvEpSmaaT7ws3t436Q
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/non-profit-webinar-bylaws-and-policies-essential-tools-for-effective-non-profit-boards/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251003T080000
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SUMMARY:BC Cattlemen Livestock Management Workshops | Cranbrook & Creston
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow farmers and industry professionals Greg Tegart\, Jim Forbes and Mike Witt to discuss seeding and grazing strategies\, drought adaptability and farm business decisions.  \n\n\n\nDecember 3\, 2025 – Cranbrook \n\n\n\nDecember 4\, 2025 – Creston
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/bc-cattlemen-livestock-management-workshops-cranbrook-creston/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251003T080000
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SUMMARY:BC Cattlemen Livestock Management Workshops | Cranbrook & Creston
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow farmers and industry professionals Greg Tegart\, Jim Forbes and Mike Witt to discuss seeding and grazing strategies\, drought adaptability and farm business decisions.  \n\n\n\nDecember 3\, 2025 – Cranbrook \n\n\n\nDecember 4\, 2025 – Creston
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/bc-cattlemen-livestock-management-workshops-cranbrook-creston/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251003T080000
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UID:45489-1759478400-1759510800@ourtrust.org
SUMMARY:BC Cattlemen Livestock Management Workshops | Cranbrook & Creston
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow farmers and industry professionals Greg Tegart\, Jim Forbes and Mike Witt to discuss seeding and grazing strategies\, drought adaptability and farm business decisions.  \n\n\n\nDecember 3\, 2025 – Cranbrook \n\n\n\nDecember 4\, 2025 – Creston
URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/bc-cattlemen-livestock-management-workshops-cranbrook-creston/
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