Community Futures South Kootenay

09/30/2026

Our Community Futures South Kootenay office will be closed on September 30 in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

We take this day to honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities, and to reflect on the ongoing journey toward reconciliation. We encourage everyone to take time to listen, learn, and reflect.

09/15/2026

Teck Trail Operations is now hiring!

09/15/2026

Sign up today for our Free business training online workshops. It is well worth the time!
Visit mycommunityfuturesBC.ca for all upcoming sessions.

09/08/2026

If you haven't seen this movie yet, you should. It is one of Trail's greatest moments.

Teck Family Day is this coming Sunday Sept 13 and we will be hosting 2 FREE screenings of TROPHY TOWN for anyone to enjoy!

📅Date: Sunday Sept 13
⏰Time: 10am or 12pm. Doors open 30min prior & concession will be open! Runtime 60min.
📍Details: Celebrate all things Trail! Learn about the Smoke Eaters Hockey World Championships and how they won the hearts of the community. First come, first served seating. Come for a bit, or stay for the whole movie.

See you in those seats 🍿

09/01/2026

Explore the many useful business training courses available for FREE through our mycommunityfuturesBC.ca.

Register today to join in this Create Reels that convert followers into Customers on September 3rd.

Learn how to create reels that convert followers into customers!


Register today: https://mycommunityfuturesbc.ca/webinars/1211/reels_that_convert_to_sales/



📌 Participation in this session is free within select CF-service regions.

08/25/2026

Free Office Desks!

We're giving away two office desks to anyone who may be able to put them to good use.

If you’re interested, please contact Loro by email at [email protected] or call 250-364-2595 ext. 21 to arrange a time to view them.

First come, first served!

08/20/2026

Get some social media and marketing training for free at mycommunityfuturesBC.ca

08/19/2026

Learn more about the FREE RDKB HomeSmart Program helping residents understand what rebates and programs they may qualify for and guides them through the process from start to finish.

Whether you're a homeowner or a tenant, the HomeSmart team is here to help make sense of the available options.

For more information visit, https://homesmart.rdkb.com/ or call 250-368-0284

Could You Qualify for Free Home Energy Upgrades?

If you live in the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) and have a lower household income, you may be eligible for no-cost home energy improvements through the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP).

Depending on your home and eligibility, upgrades could include a heat pump or dual-fuel heating system, insulation, air sealing, and other improvements that can make your home more comfortable, energy efficient, and better prepared for the seasons ahead.

Not sure where to start? That's where RDKB HomeSmart comes in.
The FREE RDKB HomeSmart Program helps residents understand what rebates and programs they may qualify for and guides them through the process from start to finish. Whether you're a homeowner or a tenant, the HomeSmart team is here to help make sense of the available options.

Could you qualify?
Eligibility is based on your combined household income (all household members aged 18 and over), with proof of income required.

Household Size Maximum Household Income
1 person : $51,100
2 people : $63,600
3 people : $78,200
4 people : $94,900

If you're unsure whether you qualify, don't miss out. Register with RDKB HomeSmart and let the team help you explore the programs and rebates available to you.

Learn more and sign up for FREE: homesmart.rdkb.com/Sign-Up or contact 250.368.0284

08/13/2026

𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 - 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬!

FREE Tuition if you meet the criteria listed below!
*18 years or older
* Valid SIN
* Living in British Columbia
* Canadian citizen, PR, or protected person entitled to work in Canada
* Unemployed or precariously employed
* Open to EI-eligible clients and BCEA PWD and Non-PWD clients

Contact [email protected] to register for an information session and find out if this program is right for you.

Thinking about a career in carpentry?

Applications are now open for the tuition-free Industry Ready Carpentry Foundation Program. Eligible participants can gain hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, enhanced safety training and a six-week paid work placement with a local employer.
Starting August 31, 2026, the program includes employment preparation and job-search support to help you transition into the workforce. Financial assistance may also be available for eligible participants.

Learn more and find out how to register for an information session at www.selkirk.ca/news/build-your-future-carpentry-tuition-free-training.

Kootenay Career Development Society

08/13/2026

𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙎𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙍𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙡, 𝘽𝘾

September 1st, Suite #12 will be available for lease at $455/month, plus GST.

For more information and details on how to apply please visit https://www.skbc.ca/

𝘼𝙨𝙠 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙗𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 250-364-2595 𝙚𝙭𝙩. 21