MLA shows support for Moose Hide
“It’s heartbreaking,” said Doug Clovechok, a father and MLA of Columbia River-Revelstoke, whenever he hears the news about murdered Indigenous men, women, and children every day.
Category: Local News
Angel Flight seeks volunteer pilots
The provincial government recently announced funding for Angel Flight East Kootenay (AFEK), which will help keep the volunteer-operated nonprofit organization stay aloft for the next few years. But AFEK saw demand for its services soar last year, and is looking for more volunteer pilots to join its team.
Grants in aid approved
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has approved a number of grants in aid for some worthy projects in the valley.
DTSS to get new art room
David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS) will be getting a new art room thanks to an expansion by College of the Rockies’ Invermere campus.
SAR crews kept busy
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) has been kept busy with recent call-outs.
Mitchell Ridge wildfire ‘held’ at 288 hectares
Parks Canada reports that the Mitchell Ridge wildfire is being “held” at 288 hectares.
Plan ahead for emergencies: Red Cross
Smoke from the wildfires burning in northern Alberta drifted south and filled the Columbia Valley last week, reminding residents that wildfire season has begun.
New transfer station coming to Radium
An open house on May 30 will show residents what Radium Hot Spring’s new transfer station is all about.
Funds committed to housing initiatives
The Columbia Valley Tourism Marketing Society (CVTMS) and the Invermere-Panorama Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) recently announced that, starting next year, half of the region’s online accommodations platform (OAP) tax revenue will go to housing initiatives in the valley.
Farmer’s Market opens for the season
Submitted Don’t miss the fun and sociable Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays opposite Copper Point...
Indigenous learning experience a big hit
People say that knowledge is power, but it can also tell you the truth — and that’s what Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN) offers: the truth about Indigenous reconciliation.
Métis art show full of culture
An upcoming art exhibit in Invermere will give people a deeper understanding of Métis culture and their way of life.
Disguised as angels, nurses honoured for courage, sacrifice
There are real angels on this earth, and they are cleverly disguised as nurses.
Medical clinics, hospital set for GoByBike Week
Those involved in the healthcare industry in the Columbia Valley are trying to wheel (or run or ebike) their industry toward a greener future.
Police dog tracks down suspect
On May 3 a member of the Columbia Valley RCMP was on patrol in Invermere when they observed a vehicle make an abrupt turn once it saw the police vehicle.
Educators speak out on funding cuts by CBT
Cutbacks in funding for environmental education programs in the Kootenay region has some educators questioning the move by Columbia Basin Trust (CBT).
Brisco woman’s work in water protection wins two BC Achievement awards
A Columbia Valley resident has inspired others by winning a 2023 BC Achievement Community Award.
RAD seeks engagement on accessibility at Kinsmen Beach
Invermere accessibility advocate Tanelle Bolt is pressing ahead with efforts to improve accessibility at Kinsmen Beach and to set up an adaptive outdoor gear rental shop as soon as possible. As part of that, she is seeking input and support from Invermere residents.
New childcare facility breaks ground in Invermere
The burdening waitlist for childcare in Invermere is destined to get smaller thanks to the groundbreaking of a new childcare facility at Eileen Madson Primary School.
Dress honours missing, murdered Indigenous women
“It’s sadness,” said Monica Fisher, the president of the Columbia Valley Metís Association, whenever she hears news about the murdered Indigenous women in different communities.
