This pilot project will allow up to 23 schools within School District 8 to initiate a number of student directed projects aimed at self identifying specific areas of their health and well being that need improving and developing initiatives that...
Learn MoreThe Kootenay Association for Science and Technology will be offering the GLOWS program which is a program that describes established and evolving annual science & technology programming for children and youth in the West and Central Kootenay regions. CBT funds...
Learn MoreFriends of Mt. Revelstoke & Glacier will be developing a strategic restructuring plan and five year strategic plan which will provide the framework for the long term sustainability of the organization. CBT funds will be used towards the costs associated...
Learn MoreThis initiative involves the introduction of a complimentary monetary system in the Nelson community. The aim is to promote economic health and resiliency by encouraging local spending. Community dollars were launched in July 2012. The start up phase will include...
Learn MoreThe main focus of this project is to develop community cohesion and engagement through outdoor and environmental programs activities and workshops in Golden and outreach areas. CBT funds will be used towards the costs associated with this project.
Learn MoreThe Métis Nation Columbia River Society is hosting a 'Train the Trainer' workshop that will introduce Métis women from the East and West Kootenays to an Asset Based Community Development tool as a starting point from which they will develop...
Learn MoreThis project will assist the Nelson Social Planning Action Network Society to build capacity for social planning in Nelson. The project will allow the organization to build key relationships with local governments and other sector stakeholders increase their membership and...
Learn MoreRossland Secondary School will receive funding to create a library common space for students which will also be used for educational literary based workshops. Interactive activities will be held to encourage reading and education of literature.
Learn MoreThe Slocan Integral Forestry Cooperative will be assessing the practical and financial feasibility of large scale composting of hog fuel as nitrogen sources and drying and combustion of hog fuel to generate electric power and heat. CBT funds will be...
Learn MoreThe Regional District of East Kootenay will be constructing an outdoor ice rink in Wasa. This project will increase recreational opportunities and health and fitness benefits for the residents of Wasa and encourage organized skating lessons hockey leagues and tournaments.
Learn MoreColumbia Basin Trust will cover expenses to support the Province hosting Local Government Economic Development Workshops in Castlegar Kimberley and Revelstoke.
Learn MoreThe Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce received funds to support the collaborative effort to qualify the Lake Windermere Whiteway Ski and Skate Trail as a Guinness Book World Record for the longest ice surface.
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