Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy - Windermere Valley

06/03/2026

I had the great fortune of attending a Toronto Blue Jays game last summer. At the time, I wasn’t especially enthusiastic about going. It was something my husband wanted to do, and I went along mostly to share the experience with him. Imagine my surprise when I found myself really enjoying the game...

06/01/2026

This June 4th Forest Bathing Experience still has space! Please contact Misty Hawes at 250-409-4251 or [email protected] with any questions or to register!

05/28/2026

Please note that the walk on May 28th has been cancelled.

Call, text 250-409-4251 or email [email protected] for the meet up location of the June 4th walk.

Be a tourist in your own town! Join us for an Intergenerational Walk and Talk!

Fun outings where seniors and younger generations can connect, explore, and discover interesting facts and stories about the valley.

Everyone is welcome — seniors, youth, families, and newcomers!

Register for the dates you plan to attend to receive updates and directions to the meeting spot. Contact Misty Hawes at [email protected] or 250-409-4251.

Time: 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Dates and Locations:
May 21 – Pothole Park
May 28 – Pynelogs
June 04 – Sinclair Creek
June 11 – Cenotaph
June 18 – Windermere Valley Museum
* All walks are weather permitting

05/26/2026

Free online safety workshops for tech novices!

Learn how to protect yourself: how to spot common online scams, practical safety habits, get answers to your questions about online safety.

Two dates: May 28 or June 11
Two locations: Invermere Public Library 10:30 - 12:00pm
or Radium Hot Springs Public Library 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Space is limited so please book your spot by calling Invermere Public Library at 250-342-6416 or Radium Hot Springs Public Library at 250-347-2434.

05/22/2026

We are looking for our next Early Years superstar!

Please see the link for details:https://cbal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/StrongStart_CAPC-Job-Ad-May-2026.pdf

05/22/2026

📢 Our latest e-newsletter for newcomers to Canada is now available!

Check it out and learn about Fernie Griz Days and how a CBAL Settlement Worker helped ease the transition for students attending a Canadian school for the first time.

https://cbal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Here-Now-Spring-2026.pdf

05/20/2026

Did you know that CBAL offers settlement support and activities for your school-aged children?

Email [email protected] We would be happy to give you more information or see how we can help!