COLUMBIA KOOTENAY CULTURAL ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES 2020–2021 FUNDED PROJECTS
(Columbia Basin) – Over 150 arts and culture projects—including the Columbia Basin Culture Tour—
have received a total of $750,000 in funding support for the 2020-21 season through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA), in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust.
“Every year, I’m impressed by the scope of the projects for which applicants are seeking funding;
there are artists taking their first steps towards becoming professionals, to individuals seeking support
for major projects, and everything in between. The CKCA Steering Committee members are excited to see the projects that receive funding successfully bring their efforts to fruition. We are also very pleased to continue our relationship with Columbia Basin Trust, by fostering excellence in arts and culture and contributing to livable communities across the region,” said Laura White, Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance Chair.
Funding applications were adjudicated in May by the CKCA Steering Committee, with input from community arts councils. Support will go toward a wide range of projects, including individual and group projects, master classes, touring and major exhibition projects.
“Supporting artistic and cultural efforts around the Basin brings vibrancy to our communities, whether it is through paint, music, theatre or craft,” said Michelle d’Entremont, Manager, Delivery of Benefits, Columbia Basin Trust. “It is incredible to see a wide range of projects again this year as Basin artists
continue to bring joy and beauty to our communities.”
CKCA funding helps individuals and organizations realize arts and cultural projects across all arts disciplines, including visual art, theatre, music, dance, media, literature and inter-arts. For a list of funded projects, visit the CKCA website at www.basinculture.com or call 1-877-505-7355.
For 25 years, Columbia Basin Trust has been supporting the ideas and efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin. To learn more about the Trust’s programs and initiatives, visit ourtrust.org or call 1-800-505-8998.
Photo cutline: LUNA Art Fest – Peek-a-booth-with-Viewer – Buchanan 2019.
For further information contact:
Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance
1-877-505-7355
250-505-5505
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Residents of 6-mile near Nelson take action to promote public safety at beachBy Friends of Kootenay Lake – The 6 Mile beach close to Nelson is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. This beach is iconic, as the sand bar allows you to feel like you’re in the middle of the West Arm of Kootenay Lake.What many do not know is that the tip of this sandbar has been known to give way to a strong undercurrent that has claimed far too many lives over the years. Throughout the years, there have been around 7 or more drownings at 6 Mile beach, and without the proper signage and education, people are still at risk.The risk arises where a strong water current and sand create an unstable cornice that when it gives way can result in a drop of between 35 to 65 ft resulting in swimmers being dragged down into an undertow. A group of local residents has decided to get together after the most recent drowning incident this summer and address the lack of awareness of this danger.Friends of Kootenay Lake attended a meeting with this group on August 26th, where they discussed the concern about the lack of management and signage at the beach. The residents are requesting the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) to assist them in implementing immediate signage and look at creating a Park Management Plan for this increasingly popular site.If you would like to find out more contact us at info@friendsofkootenaylake.caOur deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those lostLikeCommentShare
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Columbia Basin Culture Tour – August 8 & 9, 2020
a project of the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance
Nelson-Taking place August 8 & 9, from 10 am – 5 pm, the Columbia Basin Culture Tour allows you to explore artists’ studios,
museums, art galleries and heritage sites during this free, self-guided event. Travel to studios and archives that aren’t normally open,
see demonstrations, new exhibitions and collections or meet people behind the scenes. Venues are implementing COVID-19
protocols as per provincial guidelines. To participate in the tour, simply grab a map, your Culture Tour Directory and go!Nelson has a thriving arts community. Visit eARTh studios where Diane Walters will be sharing her ceramics, pottery, photography
and paintings, along with visiting artist Underwood Art who will be showing bold, vibrant and textural abstract art. The Nelson &
District Chamber of Commerce has joined the tour again this year. Take a tour of their visitors centre to see a large selection of
Kootenay art and grab a coffee at Railtown. Next, stop at Kimberley Hyatt Studios, she will be displaying her lively animal drawings in
ink.New to the tour this year is Lainey Benson, sharing acrylic paintings of stunning Canadian landscapes. Touchstones Nelson: Museum
of Art and History is a unique combination of Art Gallery, Museum and archives. Their exhibitions offer a diversity of topics and
themes that reflect the broad interests and capabilities of people living in the region.We are excited to welcome Kootenay Co-Op Radio, also new to the tour this year! Drop in and take a tour of the facility as well as
get a glimpse of how this live community radio operates behind the scenes. Karen Guilbault’s studio will feature her acrylic mixed
media paintings, then visit Martha Stokoe for a combination of acrylic paintings of whimsical landscapes. Another new artist this
year is Briana Lyon on Six Mile Road, which is a great location to see work focused on land art, forest art, painting and the outdoors.Tour brochures are available at tourist information centres and participating venues. Visit the website at www.cbculturetour.com to
view full artist/venue profiles for further details on each location’s activities or register to receive a tour brochure in the mail. For
further information, call the CKCA at 250-505-5505 or toll free at 1-877-505-7355. The Columbia Basin Culture Tour is generously
supported by Columbia Basin Trust funding.Photo cutline: D.E Walters – eARTh Studios: Venue #20 on the Columbia Basin Culture Tour, August 8 & 9, 2020.
For further information contact:
Lily Andersen
Assistant
wkracassistant@telus.net
Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance 250-505-5505 1-877-505-7355
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Buon Appetito! The Nelson Italian-Canadian Society is Serving Up their 1st
Annual Italian Sausage Fundraiser
Since 1972, Nelsonites have shown they have an appetite for good Italian food and enjoyed
yearly Italian style banquets while helping the Nelson Italian-Canadian Society to fundraise in support of many community initiatives.
But this year, COVID-19 has upended everyone’s lives, including the fundraising efforts of the community group. So far the group has had to cancel its Wine Festival, Bocce Tournament, Members’ Picnic and their annual BBQ’d Italian sausage sale, complete with grilled onions and red and green peppers, at the Nelson Road Kings Car Show.
So, with that in mind, the NICS has organized its volunteers to sell their famous Car Show
sausages for people to prepare and enjoy at home. They are now taking orders for mild or hot Italian sausages. Fresh, not frozen – 5 sausages per package for only $12. All proceeds go to support charitable initiatives in Nelson.
The NICS homemade Italian sausages are made from an authentic recipe that uses just four
ingredients. No filler, no preservatives, no gluten, no dairy. Just really good food.
“The Society volunteers are thrilled at the opportunity to be able to fundraise in spite of the
COVID cancellations of our events. We not only get to continue to give to the community but we get to feed them too. Now that’s Italian.” says NICS President Paul Boscariol. “Thanks in
advance to everyone who spends a few dollars and supports our 1st annual Italian Sausage
Fundraiser.”
Use the link below to access the NICS secure online store where you can place your order.
Pre-orders for sausages are limited and the sale closes on July 22, 2020.
https://nelson-italian-canadian-society.square.site/
For people who may not have access to a computer, but would still like to place a cash or
cheque order, order forms are available at DeVito Shoes, 411 Hall St. in Nelson.
The pick-up date is August 9th from 12:00 – 5:00 pm at the Nelson District Rod & Gun Club.
If you have any questions, you can call Paul Boscariol at 250-505-6482 or email
nelsoncanadianitaliansociety@gmail.com.
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