Funding success for a Slocan micro-hydro project

  Funding success for a Slocan micro-hydro project, recently announced, demonstrates that consensus-based vision, with a large measure of determination, can make all the difference when it comes to making big things happen in small places. Two years ago, the Village of Slocan council renewed its commitment to the development of the Springer Creek micro…

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SIBAC announces upcoming Keeping It Rural 2017 conference

  In the wake of 2015’s highly successful Keeping It Rural conference, SIBAC is pleased to announce that Keeping It Rural 2017 will take place this June 20th and 21st in Kelowna. As with the 2015 event, this year’s Keeping It Rural event will feature outstanding presenters from Australia and across North America, delivering presentations and…

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Community forum on investing in clean energy coming to Nelson

A community forum on investing in clean energy coming to Nelson. Ever wonder how small towns manage to find the funds needed to kickstart innovative new ventures? Are you concerned about the West Kootenay’s environmental future? Then you won’t want to miss the third in the Forum Series of gathering on Thursday, April 6 in…

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BC Government Releases Rural Strategy

The BC Government, represented by Premier Christy Clark and Secretary of State for Rural Economic Development Donna Barnett, announced the release of the provincial government’s rural strategy in Merritt on March 3rd. To access the strategy document, simply click on the cover below.        

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