The program supports the development of new business ventures in communities across the Regional Districts of Central Kootenay, East Kootenay, and Kootenay Boundary.
KES formed a Childcare Working Group, and hosted a meeting with community service providers and stakeholders. This group utilized the results of the CitySpaces report to brainstorm possible solutions to the childcare crisis in our community.
Supporting affected businesses and employers in the timber industry.
Making the process of Nursing accreditation in British Columbia easier and more accessible.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic local business owners reported high levels of stress and burnout as they navigated COVID-19 mandates. KES offered training on De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations to business owners and their staff, free of charge, to support them during this difficult time.
Rural Business and Community Recovery Program will provide businesses and organizations with customized service to connect owners and operators in this region to the supports they need now and into the future.
Buy Local Creston aims to help local businesses through assistive marketing and a focused multi-channel marketing campaign.
Assisting our local Not-for-Profits and groups with planning, coordinating and events.
What does a Youth Ambassador do? Using social media, they advocate for youth employment in Creston, BC. Our Summer Ambassadors share their experiences in the workforce and encourage other youth in the community to enter the workforce.
