Gail Gross - Our COVID19 sewing coordinator is doing a call out for anyone interested and able to sew Personal Protective Equipment Gowns. You can review the pattern here.
If willing, you will need to email Gail for more details: g.gross@telus.net
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The Columbia Valley Community & Economic Support Team meets regularly each week and are tackling our Valley's challenges head on!
They understand that everyone has a unique story during this time and they are available to answer your questions. So whats on your mind?
To help small business in the Basin, the Trust will:
provide low interest working capital loans to help businesses meet immediate needs or plan for future recovery
increase the support available through the Impact Investment Fund
waive fees for Basin RevUp
provide increased wage subsidy support through Summer Works and the Career Internship Program
increase the resources available through Basin Business Advisors and Training Fee Support. Read More
The Latest Snapshotfrom the Regional District of East Kootenay
The province announces that the Provincial State of Emergency has been extended; and, the Federal Government's focus on sourcing Canadian companies to produce and supply needed medical equipment/supplies.
From Scratch will deliver to your door in Invermere, Fairmont, and Canal Flats.
Starting next Monday, April 6th, get a
MADE FROM SCRATCH COMFORT MEAL BOX
Each delicious box contains our choices of 2 frozen entrees meals (4 portions per meal), 2 of our well-loved condiments & a selection of BC produced foods ranging from salt to tea, coffee, honey, chocolate, salsa or pickles. Find Out More
Carry forward the local support and get your tires at Cleanline Auto!
Cleanline is donating $50 to our Food Bank for every set of tires they sell this month. Their goal is to raise $1000!
If you need new tires, you know where to go! Check It Out!
Don't let the recent snow fool you. Summer is on the way, sobe ready!
ION² Suspension is open, stocked with parts and ready to help you get on your bike asap!
They are recognized as a BC essential service (of course!) and are implementing the measures prescribed by the various public health authorities. Request a booking today!
A wonderful placefor the community, and especiallyour seniors, to go when the air clears
The Columbia House Enhancement Society (CHES) has been working extensively to see the healing garden become reality.Now more than ever they need our help to finish this project.
CHES plans to have their Helicopter Ball Drop in September and would love your involvement
And they are offering 50% off winter stuff! Use code: WINTER50. For curb-side pick up or local delivery, you can email them with questions info@syndicateboardshop.com
The Columbia Valley Community Economic Support Team have discovered three great websites that have been designed to help promote your business and attract customers during COVID19.
Enter your details in one that suites your business or get involved in all three! Click on their logos to discover more information!
What support is available to you?
Support for individuals and families
Support for people facing unemployment
Support for people who are sick, quarantined, or in directed self-isolation
Your Local Network to Help and Be Helped is here...
Are you in need of assistance or do you have time to assist others? If so, please visit Volunteer Columbia Valley website to register. Should you have any questions on this, please email klassenlaurie@gmail.com, or
call 250-688-0529.
It is imperative that our community rallies together during this time and we strongly encourage everyone to support local business as much as possible.
Many local businesses have created an official statement on their website and social media (like the one above). In an effort to centralize communication from your business to our visitors, municipalities and local community members, Please quickly submit your information below.
