New citizens welcomed with Métis sash
A recent meeting of the Columbia Valley Métis Association (CVMA) demonstrated the importance of the sash to their culture and what that meant for new citizens.
Category: Local News
IH, hospital districts strengthen partnerships
A new agreement with Interior Health (IH) is expected to strengthen Kootenay East Regional Hospital District (KERHD) and its care for residents.
WK mayor gives kudos to local firefighters
The mayor of West Kelowna recently gave recognition to firefighters from the Columbia Valley who helped his community when it was threatened by wildfire this summer.
Local wildfire experts urge being prepared
Even though the wildfire season seems far removed, with Lake Windermere frozen and snowflakes in the air, a recent panel discussion in Invermere emphasized the need for local residents to be prepared for wildland blazes.
Outbuilding catches fire
Invermere Fire Rescue was kept busy Friday morning extinguishing an outbuilding that caught fire on Westside Road near Wilmer.
Radium fire captain recognized
The Radium Hot Springs Fire Department has recognized Capt. Todd Logan for his longtime service and dedication.
Invermere council discusses housing efforts
Invermere, like most of the Columbia Valley, is in the midst of a housing crunch. There’s an acute shortage of both affordable housing and long-term rentals.
Council cautious about taxi application
Taxi service may be coming back to Invermere after an absence of several years.
Tools stolen during break-in
On November 28 a break and enter was reported where a number of tools were stolen, including an air compressor, three space heaters, and a shopvac from a jobsite sometime over the previous couple of weeks.
Meeting sees 80 strong
The Cold Spring Creek debris flow mitigation project garnered a lot of interest during a Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) public meeting last week.
Consultation begins on floodplain bylaw
Invermere council gave first and second reading last week to a bylaw up- dating the District of Invermere’s flood management plans. Public consultation on the bylaw is set for next week.
Group eyes food security as top priority
Food recovery and security for all residents is uppermost on the minds of Columbia Valley Food and Farm (CVFF).
School district looks at ‘alternate delivery’
Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 has given first reading to a policy that would allow students and their parents to arrange for “alternate delivery” of sensitive educational topics.
Everyone invited to Christmas Bird Count
Another Christmas Bird Count is fast approaching and everyone is invited.
CVSAR sends out hazard alert
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (SAR) is sending out a friendly alert to backcountry enthusiasts to be careful out there.
RDEK re-elects Gay, Clovechok as leaders
Rob Gay and Susan Clovechok have been re-elected by acclamation to head the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) for another term.
Local author launches Christmas novella
A Columbia Valley author is launching her latest book just in time for the holiday season.
Thin ice warning after lake rescue
A local fire chief is warning people about thin ice hazards after one individual had to be rescued on Lake Windermere on Thursday.
Local entrepreneur breathes fire on ‘Dragons’ Den’
Local business owner Sue-Rose Read was the talk of the valley last week after appearing on the hit CBC show ‘Dragons’ Den.’
Radium gives tax break for new LTRs
Anyone creating new long-term rental housing in the Village of Radium Hot Springs will get a decade-long break on municipal taxes.
