By Greg Osoba, CKTZ News, through an LJI grant from Canada-info.ca
High winds and above average snowfall this winter has left provincial transportation systems challenged, and BC Ferries has now warned residents to expect more sailing disruptions this winter.
Continue reading BC Ferries warns dependent coastal communities of more sailing disruptions due to severe weather, pandemicClick here for ‘Building special relationships: the Cortes Foundation’
By Greg Osoba, CKTZ News, through an LJI grant from Canada-info.ca
The Cortes Community Foundation got its legs in 2021 after joining Community Foundations of Canada. It was then certified by the Canada Revenue Agency as a charitable organization, opening the door for deeper community engagement.
Continue reading 2022 brings ambitious goals for a rural community foundation. No. 1 – deliver help where most neededBy Greg Osoba, CKTZ News, through an LJI grant from Canada-info.ca
Cortes Island’s population swells in the summer months from 1,000 year-round residents to at least 3,000 with the influx of friends, family and tourists. Every year, the sheer volume of solid waste and items for recycling overwhelms staff at the island’s waste management centre.
Continue reading Waste management centre struggles with population growth, constantly evolving recycling rulesBy Greg Osoba, CKTZ News, through an LJI grant from Canada-info.ca
This past year CCEDA (Cortes Community Economic Development Association) leveraged provincial and federal government grants, available for pandemic relief, and donations, amounting to more than $50,000. This has aided the organization in fulfilling its mission in supporting “actions taken by people locally to create economic opportunities that improve social conditions.“ The organization provides seed money for both social and entrepreneurial enterprises.
Continue reading Silver lining: Cortes Community Economic Development Association receives government funding during pandemic
