Kootenay

By improving health services and making sustainable use of resources we can welcome and retain seniors in the Kootenays. This was a motivation behind identifying segregated seniors in the provincial groups of range A (Creston, Castlegar and Nelson), the focus was mapping the assets and exploring about their accessibility among the seniors of the range A. This research

Nelson Nelson is perched on the shores of Kootenay Lake and offers a wide-range of world class recreational activities. The stunning geography and outdoor activities, however, are only part of Nelson’s overall charm. The community still holds true to its silver mining roots as is evident with its impressive selection of over 350 restored heritage buildings and many of these unique buildings make up the bustling downtown core of the city. Besides being a historical hub, Nelson is also home to a thriving

The trails in Kootenay National Park are some of the most beautiful in Canada. BC's mild summers allow hikers to enjoy the outdoors comfortabley. The prefect hiking season is between July and Mid-September. Any time before or after that the paths may still be covered with snow and some of the hikes are in avalanche zones. Planning your hike according to the weather can help insure your trip is safe and enjoyable. Although the Park is famous for it's rustic backpacking experiences, there is a wide

The grade 10 West Kootenay Road Trip’s first stop was the Doukhobor Discovery Centre in Castlegar BC. The centre is a reconstruction of a typical doukhobor village that shows all the buildings, tools and handicrafts used in daily life. At the discovery centre we learned about the Doukhobors and how they came to Canada from Russia, Who led them to Canada, the history and so much more. The students were also able to see a demonstration from the selkirk weavers on how cloth, clothing and tapestry was

INTRODUCTION This report aims to build a long-term relationship between the TD branch and the Lower Kootenay First Nations, and that helps TD to have a general overview of the band. I will detail the reasons why we should start and develop the on-reserve home loan program. Also, this report will provide some related information such as the background of the band, land management, housing principles, cultural sensitivities, and two options of the program. At the end of the report, I will give some

Case Study: Kootenay Bicycle Company Prepared for: Cam Shackelton Feb 13, 2007 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Kootenay Bicycles (Kootenay) build custom frame or bike in a large metropolitan area in western Canada since 2002. Although sales have been steadily increasing since inception, it has not been successfully translated to profits. Signs of operational inefficiencies, lack of financing and limited expandability limits its growth. This report analyzes Kootenay’s current

The “Sphere of Influence” is located in Rossland, BC, a strong biking community in the West Kootenay. The sphere was made in 2014 and was first installed in April 2015 by the community local Arts and Culture Council. It is created using old collected bike wheels, spokes, and gears. The wheels are pieced together to form a complete bubble, towering as high as the buildings surrounding it. Each piece of the sculpture is moulded together and has rusted over time. None of the wheels are bent, but instead

Mid-term Exam Introduction: Kootenay Pottery Co. is a small business that started as a one-person operation in a home. The company makes unique, handcrafted, functional pottery items. Now the business is growing and the company started to use a process called ‘Slip casting’. Now they can produce up to 100 items per day. The equipment are really expensive. The items are sold at good price and they also have small number of customers around the world. So as a growing company, marketing is really an

Gorman Lake My Favorite Place on the Planet My journey starts with the sound of shrill ear piercing shrieks darting from rock to rock. I discover this is a greeting from a family of Pica’s. A bridge crossing takes me into the forest where a deep breath reveals the sweet-scented aroma of colorful wildflowers on the mossy blanketed trail. I am completely at peace, hearing only the sound of trickling water and the singing of the birds from the tree tops. Soon I emerge out of the forest and there

any navigable water. In CERCLA, hazardous substances are defined as substances that present substantial danger to the public health or welfare or the environment when released. Through the facts given, it is clear that cyanide was released into the Kootenay River. This release killed all the fish within 10 miles downstream as the spill. Cyanide is also known to be highly toxic to