Living Wage in Columbia Valley now $23.35 The Columbia Valley continues to be a place where people want to live, work, and raise their families. A rising cost of living—especially for housing and food—has caused the Columbia Valley’s living wage to accelerate. This year’s Living Wage Report shows that the local living wage is
In today’s building landscape—where skilled labour is scarce, costs are rising, and climate goals are urgent—prefabrication is rapidly gaining traction as a smarter, faster, and more sustainable way to build. Invermere-based Collective Carpentry has been leading this charge for over a decade. On September 12, 2025, the company will host a two-part Prefab Showcase designed
Have you ever dreamed of a career in film? Now’s your chance to learn how! We’re excited to bring Reel Opportunities to the Columbia Valley—a hands-on workshop designed to introduce residents to the many career paths available in film and television production. Hosted in partnership with REEL CANADA, this event is perfect for anyone curious
Columbia Valley Retrofit Fair Sunday November 10, 2024 12:00 - 4:00pm Columbia Valley Centre (646 4th St Invermere) FREE Entry! Join us for the Columbia Valley Home Retrofit Fair on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at the Columbia Valley Centre. This casual, trade show-style event offers free entry and a unique opportunity for homeowners to learn
Exciting news for Columbia Valley locals! An upcoming film production will be shooting right here in our region from approximately November 9 to December 7, and there are multiple ways to get involved. Whether you’re a film industry pro, curious about behind-the-scenes work, or want to step in front of the camera, this could be
Columbia Valley homeowners are increasingly seeking ways to make their homes more energy-efficient, and the upcoming Home Retrofit Fair 2024 is set to be the perfect event to meet that demand. Organized in partnership with Columbia Valley Economic Development, Wildsight, East Kootenay Energy Hub, and the Community Energy Association, the fair will bring together businesses
NEWS RELEASE – IMMEDIATE RELEASE Film Production Returns to the Columbia Valley Columbia Valley, BC, September 26, 2024 — The return of the film industry to the Columbia Valley is being hailed as an exciting new economic opportunity for the entire Valley. Over the past 12 months the Columbia Valley Community Economic Development Office (CVCEDO)
The Columbia Valley, with its diverse landscapes and scenic locations, has great potential to become a new destination for film production in Canada. The film industry has long been drawn to Canadian settings, thanks to the country's varied terrain, favorable exchange rates, and BC’s tax credit program. Here in the Columbia Valley, filmmakers can find
As the cost of essentials continues to balloon, particularly for housing and food, the Columbia Valley’s living wage has climbed to $22.63 per hour for 2023, marking an increase of 3.5 per cent from last year, the 2023 Living Wage Update report shows. The living wage, calculated by Columbia Valley Economic Development, Canadian Centre for
In an unpredictable and ever-changing world, continuity planning has become an essential aspect of business management. Organizations, regardless of their size or industry, need to be prepared for various scenarios that could potentially disrupt their operations. One of the most pressing scenarios businesses in the Columbia Valley today is the threat of wildfires. With the
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