November 13, 2024 Access to Healthy Food for Residents Egg nog, fresh greens, plant-based healthy food—every few weeks, the Sparwood Food Bank posted goods on offer via Facebook. But […] Read more
November 05, 2024 RDEK Draft Climate Action Plan Released for Public Comment The Regional District of East Kootenay has just released its DRAFT Climate Action Plan and have opened a public comment […] Read more
October 29, 2024 A wetland gets vital attention ”We hold a covenant with the Creator to be the caretakers and stewards of Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it lands,” says Nasuʔkin (Chief) […] Read more
October 14, 2024 Fernie Search and Rescue Busy Late Summer and Fall Fernie Search and Rescue (SAR) has been actively responding to a variety of incidents throughout the late summer and fall, […] Read more
October 10, 2024 Investing in watershed security must define B.C.’s future Watershed security involves protecting the health of watersheds, which are vital for clean water, flood control, groundwater recharge, biodiversity, agriculture, recreation, and overall well-being. Read more
October 06, 2024 National Fire Prevention Week National Fire Prevention Week is October 6 – 12th and this year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for […] Read more
September 29, 2024 Hurricane-Force Winds Destroy Fernie Home Hurricane-force winds tore through Fernie last evening, leaving a family homeless and the community in shock. Environment Canada’s wind warning […] Read more
September 25, 2024 Bearspaw Community First Society raises $455k The Bearspaw Community First Society’s (CFS) fifth bi-annual dinner, golf tournament, and fundraiser came together in a major way this […] Read more
September 03, 2024 Back to School Safety Reminder As kids are heading to school this week, we’re sending out this back to school safety reminder to highlight the […] Read more
September 03, 2024 A College Gets Mobile A college gets mobile as College of the Rockies (COTR) delivers accessible education through a classroom on wheels! Accessible post-secondary […] Read more
August 18, 2024 Our Trust Magazine Showcases Community Triumphs The Columbia Basin Trust has released the latest issue of Our Trust Magazine, and it’s a must-read for anyone interested […] Read more
August 18, 2024 A Greener Future Begins with Curbside Organics The City of Fernie’s decision to expand its garbage and recycling program to include curbside organics is a forward-thinking move […] Read more