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Megan Pettigrew joins Community Futures

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Community Futures Central Okanagan is pleased to announce that Megan Pettigrew recently joined our team and will help Community Futures develop sustainable development practices for our clients and projects. Megan has an Advanced Certificate in Sustainable Business Leadership from BCIT to complement her degree in Business Management and has worked many years in the hospitality and wine industry. She also has international experience in Tanzania as a Finance and Entrepreneurship Advisor with Youth Challenge International. Megan is keen to contribute to our mission of enhancing social and economic well being in the Central Okanagan. Welcome Megan.

To connect with Megan please phone: 250-868-2132 ext. 239 or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

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CFDCCO Honors Ched Gaglardi

Community Futures Development Corporation of the Central Okanagan (CFDCCO) honored Ched Gaglardi of Beelineweb.com in Lake Country at the 2024 CFDCCO AGM held on August 28, 2024 at Okanagan Table.

Ched has provided strong leadership and advocacy to Community Futures for over 20 years. Honorary Membership in the CFDCCO recognizes the valuable contribution to the Board, Self Employment Committee, Loans Committee and economic development leadership in the Central Okanagan. Ched's entrepreneurial spirit, balanced decision making, strong communication and relationship skills exemplify the characteristics of a true leader.

CFDCCO also is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors for 2024-2025 is comprised of:

Director and Chairperson Barbra Johnston

Director and Vice Chairperson Eva Weston

Director and Secretary Una Kuzio

Director and Treasurer Laura Hetherington

Director Jamie McEwan

Director Katie Bransfield

Director Krista Mallory

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Sustainable Development Internship

The Internship Opportunity

A one-year paid internship will begin October 1, 2024 at Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Okanagan (CFDCCO). The candidate will have graduated within past 3 years from a University or College Program directly related to Sustainable Development and is looking to gain valuable job experience in this field and begin to build their career and the capacity of the CFDCCO in sustainable development.

CFDCCO is a community based organization that contributes to the social and economic well being of the Central Okanagan by providing CED (Community Economic Development) project development and management, support to community projects, small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs tailored to their individual needs.

CFDCCO key priorities include local food production and food security, clean tech, environment and health, wellness and inclusiveness. These priorities help set the direction of our CED focused sustainable development work. Our communities use the principles and goals of CED, adopt a good planning process and choose appropriate strategies to achieve the goals of CED. This means that community development, economic development and environmental sustainability are not left to chance but are directed by the people who live and work in the community.

Specific job duties and skills of the Internship include:

  • people skills – working with a variety of individuals and organizations in the community, negotiating, developing partnerships and networking
  • communication skills – listening skills, empathy, developing and delivering public presentations, public and media relations, developing communications plan
  • technical expertise – knowledge of the community economic development process, ESG, skills in research, planning, facilitation, project development and project management, benchmarking, statistics
  • administrative skills – computer skills, file management, database management, website maintenance, etc.
  • flexibility – to adapt to change and new ideas
  • planning expertise – knowledge and experience with strategic plans and municipal plans
  • marketing abilities – developing and implementing marketing and raising funds through grant writing and collaboration with other organizations and key people

Interested parties are asked to email their letter of interest and resume to Larry Widmer, General Manager, CFDCCO This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

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Kelowna’s newest indoor playground opens its doors

Castanet News - - | Story: 497545

A new indoor playground, Play Area, has opened its doors in Kelowna, providing families with a way to beat the summer heat.

Located on Enterprise Way, the new family-run business offers fun and educational activities for kids aged 10 and under.

"Every parent is looking for a place for their kids to go to blow off steam, but they are also looking for opportunities for kids to learn while they are doing it," said owner Gavin Dew.

"At Play Area, we have lots of ways for kids to learn about water and air pressure, working with their hands, and sensory play."

The Dews are originally from Vancouver and moved to Kelowna, quickly realizing more options for places for kids to play were needed in the city.

"We needed to do something for families and moms who just need somewhere to hang out and have a cup of coffee without worrying about where our kids are hiding. With Play Area, we have a really great sight line," said co-founder and operator Erin Dew.

Play Area officially opened two weeks ago and has already been busy.

"We are already seeing a lot of people coming in, but we wanted to start spreading the word," Gavin Dew added.

Families can learn more about Play Area by visiting www.playarea.ca or by stopping by between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

https://www.castanet.net/edition/news-story-497545-1-.htm#497545

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