BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Columbia Basin Trust - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Columbia Basin Trust X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ourtrust.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Columbia Basin Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260407T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260407T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T173513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T173514Z UID:46920-1775588400-1775588400@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Area A (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Area A: South Country will take place on April 7\, 2026 a 7:00 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Jaffray Community Hall\, 7369 Jaffray Village Loop Rd \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-area-a-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260408T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260305T181417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T181419Z UID:47303-1775638800-1775653200@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Ecosystem Enhancement & Restoration Project Idea Workshop: Rossland DESCRIPTION:Columbia Basin Trust invites proponents to submit eligible restoration and enhancement project ideas of all sizes from across the Columbia Basin. \n\n\n\nAs part of the Ecosystem Enhancement Program\, we’re hosting four in-person workshops to support project ideas at every stage\, from early concepts to more developed proposals: \n\n\n\n\nGet oriented with the Ecosystem Enhancement Program and project idea submission process\n\n\n\nShare and explore restoration and enhancement project ideas\n\n\n\nIdentify potential partners\, tools\, and resources to strengthen projects\n\n\n\nUnderstand next steps toward potential Trust support.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re bringing a project idea or hoping to contribute your expertise\, we welcome your participation.Register below for an ecosystem enhancement and/or restoration project idea\, or if you’re interested in collaborating or contributing to a project: \n\n\n\nRossland: April 8\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm PT. REGISTER HERE. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/ecosystem-enhancement-restoration-project-idea-workshop-rossland/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260408T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260408T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T173628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T173629Z UID:46922-1775673000-1775673000@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Fernie (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Fernie will take place on April 8\, 2026 a 6:30 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Fernie Seniors Centre\, 562\, 3rd Ave Fernie \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-fernie-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260305T181603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T181901Z UID:47305-1775725200-1775739600@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Ecosystem Enhancement & Restoration Project Idea Workshop: Revelstoke DESCRIPTION:Columbia Basin Trust invites proponents to submit eligible restoration and enhancement project ideas of all sizes from across the Columbia Basin. \n\n\n\nAs part of the Ecosystem Enhancement Program\, we’re hosting four in-person workshops to support project ideas at every stage\, from early concepts to more developed proposals: \n\n\n\n\nGet oriented with the Ecosystem Enhancement Program and project idea submission process\n\n\n\nShare and explore restoration and enhancement project ideas\n\n\n\nIdentify potential partners\, tools\, and resources to strengthen projects\n\n\n\nUnderstand next steps toward potential Trust support.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re bringing a project idea or hoping to contribute your expertise\, we welcome your participation.Register below for an ecosystem enhancement and/or restoration project idea\, or if you’re interested in collaborating or contributing to a project: \n\n\n\nRevelstoke: April 9\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm PT. REGISTER HERE. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/ecosystem-enhancement-restoration-project-idea-workshop-revelstoke/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260409T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260409T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T173831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T174024Z UID:46924-1775757600-1775757600@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Area E (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Area E (rural Kimberley\, Wasa\, Ta Ta Creek\, Skookumchuk) will take place on April 9\, 2026 a 6:00 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Wasa Community Hall\, 6145 Wasa School Rd\, Wasa \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-area-e-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T174016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T175625Z UID:46926-1776105000-1776105000@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Area C (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Area C (rural Cranbrook\, Moyie\, Fort Steele\, Bull River\, Wardner) will take place on April 13\, 2026 a 6:30 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: RDEK Board Room\, 19-24 Ave South Cranbrook \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-area-c-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260305T181842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T182026Z UID:47307-1776157200-1776171600@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Ecosystem Enhancement & Restoration Project Idea Workshop: Kimberley DESCRIPTION:Columbia Basin Trust invites proponents to submit eligible restoration and enhancement project ideas of all sizes from across the Columbia Basin. \n\n\n\nAs part of the Ecosystem Enhancement Program\, we’re hosting four in-person workshops to support project ideas at every stage\, from early concepts to more developed proposals: \n\n\n\n\nGet oriented with the Ecosystem Enhancement Program and project idea submission process\n\n\n\nShare and explore restoration and enhancement project ideas\n\n\n\nIdentify potential partners\, tools\, and resources to strengthen projects\n\n\n\nUnderstand next steps toward potential Trust support.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re bringing a project idea or hoping to contribute your expertise\, we welcome your participation.Register below for an ecosystem enhancement and/or restoration project idea\, or if you’re interested in collaborating or contributing to a project: Kimberley: April 14\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm MT. REGISTER HERE. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/ecosystem-enhancement-restoration-project-idea-workshop-kimberley/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T182135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182136Z UID:46929-1776189600-1776189600@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Sparwood (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Sparwood will take place on April 14\, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Council Chambers\, 136 Spruce Avenue\, Sparwood \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-sparwood-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260310T195534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T195535Z UID:47384-1776243600-1776258000@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Ecosystem Enhancement & Restoration Project Idea Workshop: Invermere DESCRIPTION:Columbia Basin Trust invites proponents to submit eligible restoration and enhancement project ideas of all sizes from across the Columbia Basin. \n\n\n\nAs part of the Ecosystem Enhancement Program\, we’re hosting four in-person workshops to support project ideas at every stage\, from early concepts to more developed proposals: \n\n\n\n\nGet oriented with the Ecosystem Enhancement Program and project idea submission process\n\n\n\nShare and explore restoration and enhancement project ideas\n\n\n\nIdentify potential partners\, tools\, and resources to strengthen projects\n\n\n\nUnderstand next steps toward potential Trust support.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re bringing a project idea or hoping to contribute your expertise\, we welcome your participation.Register below for an ecosystem enhancement and/or restoration project idea\, or if you’re interested in collaborating or contributing to a project:Invermere: April 15\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm MT. REGISTER HERE. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/ecosystem-enhancement-restoration-project-idea-workshop-invermere-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260415T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260415T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T182301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182302Z UID:46939-1776258000-1776272400@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Cranbrook (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Cranbrook will take place on April 15\, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Council Chamber at City Hall\, 40 – 10th Avenue South\, Cranbrook \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-cranbrook-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260115T214431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T214535Z UID:46556-1776267000-1776267000@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship DESCRIPTION:The Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship was created to honour Neil Muth who valued and supported perseverance and continuous learning. He encouraged his three children to be curious\, to seek their own path\, and to never give up. In his role as President and CEO of Columbia Basin Trust\, he was a friend\, a mentor and a leader\, and he inspired us all to strive for excellence. \n\n\n\nThis scholarship is for people who have triumphed over adversity and wish to pursue post-secondary education. This is an opportunity for someone to demonstrate their individual determination\, future goals and self-motivation. It is evaluated on merit and not on academic achievements. \n\n\n\nThe scholarship is awarded by the Muth family and administered by Columbia Basin Trust. There will be $10\,000 available to support two to four applicants this year. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about this scholarship and how to apply\, visit: Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship – Columbia Basin TrustApplication deadline is April 15\, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. MT. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/scholarship-close-neil-muth-scholarship/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260326T195322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T200334Z UID:47535-1776438000-1776438000@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Expression of Interest Deadline: Energy Retrofit and Recharge DESCRIPTION:If you are a non-profit housing provider in the Basin\, this program can help fund energy retrofits and solar projects. Delivered in partnership with BC Non-Profit Housing Association and BC Housing\, the Energy Retrofit and Recharge Program supports Basin non-profit housing providers to improve the energy efficiency\, sustainability and climate resilience of affordable rental housing.For more information\, visit Energy Retrofit and Recharge Program – Columbia Basin Trust URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/application-deadline-energy-retrofit-and-recharge/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260313T153803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T154222Z UID:47420-1776506400-1776524400@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Nelson: Non-profit Advisors Workshops DESCRIPTION:The Trust is hosting a series of free in-person workshops in April 2026 that will help build the knowledge and capacity of non-profits. These workshops are for Basin non-profits and their staff and volunteers. \n\n\n\nLearn more about each workshop and how to register\, below: \n\n\n\n\n \n Grant Writing – Nelson \n \n \n \n\nLearn the basics of preparing grant applications or sharpen your skills through a step-by-step approach to the process.  From developing the project idea to completing the details of the budget\, this workshop will provide an outline to use to prepare clear\, concise\, comprehensive\, and competitive grant applications.Lynda Lafluer has had a variety of community-focused roles with her last position as a Community Liaison with Columbia Basin Trust. She has been on both sides of grant applications – the nervous grant writer and the adjudicator. This has given her a unique perspective on successful applications as well as those that were not selected for funding. She likes to share what she has learned in order that more people understand the application process better. \n\n\n\nDate: April 18\, 2026Time: 10:00 am PT- 12:00 pm PTLocation: Best Western Plus (153 Baker Street\, Nelson BC V1L 4H1) Instructor: Lynda LafleurRegister here: Nelson Workshop NPA Registration \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Are You Covered? Risk Management for Non-profits – Nelson \n \n \n \n\nRisk management means taking the time to think about what kinds of episodes could happen and taking the steps needed to prevent them from happening or to reduce their impact if they do. This workshop covers a systematic process that organizations can use to identify\, evaluate and control risks. A good risk management strategy can save a lot of grief\, anxiety and problems.Val Mayes is an experienced consultant and instructor with a depth of non-profit experience. She was involved with the Insurance Bureau of Canada in the development of risk management resources for non-profits and has helped dozens of organizations understand the how-and-why of planning for safe and successful programs.  \n\n\n\nDate: April 18\, 2026Time: 10:00 am PT- 12:00 pm PTLocation: Best Western Plus (153 Baker Street\, Nelson BC V1L 4H1) Instructor: Val MayesRegister here: Nelson Workshop NPA Registration \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Running Effective Meetings – Nelson \n \n \n \n\nBoard members typically spend a lot of their limited time in meetings\, so it’s important to make the best use of that time together. This session covers the basics– the role of the chair\, agenda building\, taking minutes\, understanding parliamentary procedure & when to use it\, and dealing with challenging behaviours.Val Mayes has been working in the field of community development for over 40 years. She has a Masters in Adult Education from the University of Alberta and has worked with a wide range of organizations\, teaching sessions on leadership\, risk management\, board development\, working with volunteers\, and other topics relevant to nonprofit and community-based groups. Through her consulting business Building Connections Training and Consulting (established 2001) Val has helped multiple groups with planning\, decision-making and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. \n\n\n\nDate: April 18\, 2026Time: 1:00 pm PT – 3:00 pm PTLocation: Best Western Plus (153 Baker Street\, Nelson BC V1L 4H1) Instructor: Val MayesRegister here: Nelson Workshop NPA Registration \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Financial Management – Building Budgets & Financial Statements – Nelson \n \n \n \n\nThis workshop helps non-profit staff and board members understand their roles in bookkeeping\, financial reporting\, and financial oversight. Participants will learn how to prepare and interpret key financial statements and use them to build realistic and effective operating budgets. We will cover how to create\, manage\, and monitor budgets for overall operations\, projects\, and grant-funded activities. The session emphasizes why well-built budgets are essential for accountability\, decision-making\, and long-term sustainability.Joleen is based in Nakusp\, British Columbia\, and has over 20 years of professional experience providing bookkeeping services to small businesses\, non-profit organizations\, and registered charities. Over the course of her career\, she has developed comprehensive expertise in payroll administration\, financial reporting\, and grant reporting. In addition to Joleen’s professional practice\, she has held multiple roles within the non-profit sector\, including director\, treasurer\, employee\, and contracted service provider. These experiences have provided her with a thorough understanding of both organizational operations and governance responsibilities. \n\n\n\nDate: April 18\, 2026Time: 1:00 pm PT- 3:00 pm PTLocation: Best Western Plus (153 Baker Street\, Nelson) Instructor: Joleen MinchinRegister here: Nelson Workshop NPA Registration URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/nelson-non-profit-advisors-workshops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260420T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260420T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T182858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T183037Z UID:46943-1776708000-1776708000@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Elkford (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Elkford will take place on April 20\, 2026 a 6:00 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Council Chambers in the District Office at 744 Fording Drive \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-columbia-valley-area-f-and-area-g-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260420T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260420T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T182522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182523Z UID:46941-1776709800-1776709800@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Kimberley (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Kimberley will take place on April 20\, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Centennial Hall\, 100 4th Ave Kimberley \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-kimberley-redi-grants/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260313T154717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T154719Z UID:47428-1776763800-1776769200@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Non-profit Webinar: Conflict Management for your Non-Profit DESCRIPTION:Navigating conflict and hard conversations is at the core of the human experience\, and these are opportunities to learn how to meaningfully engage and transform our relationships with the people\, world and workplace we care about. In this webinar\, equip yourself and your team with the leadership skills to notice tension and address division early\, to de-escalate conflict with clear and compassionate communication\, and to build a workplace culture with belonging and trust. \n\n\n\nNatasha Edmunds is a conflict resolution consultant\, mediator\, facilitator and coach. Natasha helps businesses\, organizations and individuals transform conflict into solutions and shared agreements\, strengthen relationships\, build cohesive teams\, communicate effectively\, and find common ground to overcome polarization. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Natasha EdmundsDate: April 21\, 2026Time: 9:30 am – 11:00 am PTZoom registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DR-dp73aT76eH8jyfhx2SA URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/non-profit-webinar-conflict-management-for-your-non-profit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260421T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260421T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260210T183301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T183302Z UID:46946-1776796200-1776796200@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Resident Input Meeting: RDEK\, Area A (ReDi Grants) DESCRIPTION:Public Session for Resident Input Meeting in the RDEK\, Area A: rural Elk Valley\, will take place on April 21\, 2026 a 6:30 p.m. MT. \n\n\n\nLocation: Hosmer Community Hall\, 7431 6th Ave\, Hosmer \n\n\n\nWebsite: ReDi Grants | Engage East Kootenay URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/resident-input-meeting-rdek-area-a-redi-grants-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260313T154756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T154943Z UID:47430-1776848400-1776853800@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Non-profit Webinar: Effective Communication and Facilitation Skills DESCRIPTION:Join Michelle Laurie for a 90-minute interactive virtual training session focused on communicating and facilitating for effective meetings. The session will be geared toward novice-intermediate facilitators and meeting hosts.Michelle Laurie brings 25 years of experience supporting corporate\, government\, and community partners in environment\, sustainability\, and organizational development. She specializes in designing and leading collaborative processes that foster strategic thinking\, learning\, and tangible results. She has trained thousands of leaders around the world to improve their facilitation\, engagement and communications skills. Michelle is the founder of Convene Consulting Inc. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Michelle LaurieDate: April 22\, 2026Time: 9:00 – 10:30 am PTZoom registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FsWgE2hrTmiEoO_jM8wmdA URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/non-profit-webinar-effective-communication-and-facilitation-skills/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260313T154530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T154531Z UID:47426-1777111200-1777129200@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Cranbrook: Non-profit Advisors Workshops DESCRIPTION:The Trust is hosting a series of free in-person workshops in April 2026 that will help build the knowledge and capacity of non-profits. These workshops are for Basin non-profits and their staff and volunteers. \n\n\n\nLearn more about each workshop and how to register\, below: \n\n\n\n\n \n Grant Writing – Cranbrook \n \n \n \n\nLearn the basics of preparing grant applications or sharpen your skills through a step-by-step approach to the process.  From developing the project idea to completing the details of the budget\, this workshop will provide an outline to use to prepare clear\, concise\, comprehensive\, and competitive grant applications.Lynda Lafluer has had a variety of community-focused roles with her last position as a Community Liaison with Columbia Basin Trust. She has been on both sides of grant applications – the nervous grant writer and the adjudicator. This has given her a unique perspective on successful applications as well as those that were not selected for funding. She likes to share what she has learned in order that more people understand the application process better. \n\n\n\nDate: April 25\, 2026Time: 10:00 am MT- 12:00 pm MTLocation: Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort Cranbrook (209 Van Horne Street South Cranbrook\, BC V1C 6R9) Instructor: Linda LafleurRegister here: Cranbrook Workshop NPA Registration \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Are You Covered? Risk Management for Non-profits – Cranbrook \n \n \n \n\nRisk management means taking the time to think about what kinds of episodes could happen and taking the steps needed to prevent them from happening or to reduce their impact if they do. This workshop covers a systematic process that organizations can use to identify\, evaluate and control risks. A good risk management strategy can save a lot of grief\, anxiety and problems.Val Mayes is an experienced consultant and instructor with a depth of non-profit experience. She was involved with the Insurance Bureau of Canada in the development of risk management resources for non-profits and has helped dozens of organizations understand the how-and-why of planning for safe and successful programs.  \n\n\n\nDate: April 25\, 2026Time: 10:00 am MT- 12:00 pm MTLocation: Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort Cranbrook (209 Van Horne Street South Cranbrook\, BC V1C 6R9) Instructor: Val MayesRegister here:Cranbrook Workshop NPA Registration \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Running Effective Meetings – Cranbrook \n \n \n \n\nBoard members typically spend a lot of their limited time in meetings\, so it’s important to make the best use of that time together.This session covers the basics– the role of the chair\, agenda building\, taking minutes\, understanding parliamentary procedure & when to use it\, and dealing with challenging behaviours.Val Mayes has been working in the field of community development for over 40 years. She has a Masters in Adult Education from the University of Alberta and has worked with a wide range of organizations\, teaching sessions on leadership\, risk management\, board development\, working with volunteers\, and other topics relevant to nonprofit and community-based groups. Through her consulting business Building Connections Training and Consulting (established 2001) Val has helped multiple groups with planning\, decision-making and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. \n\n\n\nDate: April 25\, 2026Time: 1:00 pm MT- 3:00 pm MTLocation: Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort Cranbrook (209 Van Horne Street South Cranbrook\, BC V1C 6R9) Instructor: Val MayesRegister here: Cranbrook Workshop NPA Registration \n\n\n \n\n\n \n Financial Management – Building Budgets & Financial Statements – Cranbrook \n \n \n \n\nThis workshop helps non-profit staff and board members understand their roles in bookkeeping\, financial reporting\, and financial oversight. Participants will learn how to prepare and interpret key financial statements and use them to build realistic and effective operating budgets. We will cover how to create\, manage\, and monitor budgets for overall operations\, projects\, and grant-funded activities. The session emphasizes why well-built budgets are essential for accountability\, decision-making\, and long-term sustainability.Joleen is based in Nakusp\, British Columbia\, and has over 20 years of professional experience providing bookkeeping services to small businesses\, non-profit organizations\, and registered charities. Over the course of her career\, she has developed comprehensive expertise in payroll administration\, financial reporting\, and grant reporting. In addition to Joleen’s professional practice\, she  has held multiple roles within the non-profit sector\, including director\, treasurer\, employee\, and contracted service provider. These experiences have provided her with a thorough understanding of both organizational operations and governance responsibilities. \n\n\n\nDate: April 25\, 2026Time: 1:00 pm MT- 3:00 pm MTLocation: Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort Cranbrook (209 Van Horne Street South Cranbrook\, BC V1C 6R9) Instructor: Joleen MinchinRegister here: Cranbrook Workshop NPA Registration URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/cranbrook-non-profit-advisors-workshops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T103000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260313T154829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T154954Z UID:47432-1777453200-1777458600@ourtrust.org 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260206T221300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T221302Z UID:46893-1777593600-1777679999@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Sponsored Events May DESCRIPTION:May 8 to 9 – East Kootenay Heritage Fair\, Cranbrook The Cranbrook Archives\, Museum and Landmark Society will host its 4th annual East Kootenay Heritage Fair on May 8 and 9\, 2026. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/sponsored-events-may/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260313T155028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T155030Z UID:47436-1778068800-1778074200@ourtrust.org 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260513T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260513T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260326T195449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T195503Z UID:47537-1778684400-1778684400@ourtrust.org 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260522T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260522T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260310T201710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T201711Z UID:47386-1779462000-1779462000@ourtrust.org 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260601T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260601T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260206T221426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T221428Z UID:46895-1780272000-1780358399@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Sponsored Events June DESCRIPTION:June 26 – Syilx Fish in Schools\, Okanagan Nation AllianceSupport for the Syilx release of juvenile salmon to the Columbia and Slocan Rivers. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/sponsored-events-june-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260602T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260602T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260310T202241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T202242Z UID:47390-1780358400-1780444799@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Online Community Meeting: Ecosystem Enhancement Program DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/online-community-meeting-ecosystem-enhancement-program/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260701T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260701T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260206T221521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T221617Z UID:46897-1782864000-1782950399@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Sponsored Events July DESCRIPTION:July 1 – Canada Day Celebrations\, Silverton The Silverton Community Club will host its annual Canada Day celebration with a weekend of activities for the entire family to enjoy in Silverton park. \n\n\n\nJuly 3 to 5 – Fun Field Festival\, WardnerThe Fun Field Festival Foundation is hosting the 2026 Fun Field Festival from July 3-July 5\, 2026. The event is a community\, family friendly\, music\, arts & wellness festival held at the Wardner Community Park. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/sponsored-events-july/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260203T221059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T221101Z UID:46803-1786183200-1786291200@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Columbia Basin Art Tour DESCRIPTION:Presented by West Kootenay Arts Council. \n\n\n\nEach year\, the Columbia Basin Art tour invites you to: \n\n\n\n\nmeet people behind the scenes at galleries and museums\n\n\n\nvisit studios and venues not normally open to the public\n\n\n\nshop for original art or fine crafts\n\n\n\nenjoy special events.\n\n\n\n\nSelf-directed and free of charge\, the tour features the work of skilled local artists and fascinating cultural and heritage sites. \n\n\n\nFor more information visit Culture Tour – West Kootenay Regional Arts Council URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/columbia-basin-art-tour/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261022T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261022T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260310T201812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T201813Z UID:47388-1792627200-1792713599@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Full Application 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/full-application-deadline-ecosystem-enhancement-program/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261105T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261106T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T055105 CREATED:20260324T200247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T210025Z UID:47521-1793836800-1794009599@ourtrust.org SUMMARY:Basin Food & Buyer Expo (FABx) DESCRIPTION:The Basin Food & Buyers Expo (FABx) is the Columbia Basin’s premier annual gathering for food producers\, processors and buyers.  It is a spark for new partnerships\, fresh ideas and a stronger regional food systems. This year’s event will take place over two days in Kimberley\, BC. URL:https://ourtrust.org/event/food-buyer-basin-expo-fabx/ ORGANIZER;CN="Basin Expo Food &%3B Buyers (FABx)":MAILTO:info@basinfood.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR