Community Futures Boundary

10/23/2026

Social Hackathon Event – Thank You Everyone!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the Social Hackathon. Your ideas, energy, and collaboration made the event a great success.

Thank you to both Robyn Peel and Michelle Chan for their work behind Innovate for Impact Social Hackathon, would not have been successful without you two!

Special thanks to our facilitator Phil Loosley for creating magic in this event. Several participants expressed interest in learning more about our facilitator, Phil Loosley, and his workshops and educational offerings. You can find more information on his website: https://www.altitudeentertainment.ca/who-we-are.html

A heartfelt thank you to Pascale's Baked Goods for providing a delicious lunch that kept everyone fueled throughout the day.

Thank you again for your participation and commitment to strengthening local food systems in the Boundary region.We look forward to building on the great conversations and ideas shared.

This Regional Social Hackathon is part of Innovate for Impact, a collaboration between Futures East Kootenay and Toolbox, supported by the .

10/19/2026

Tucked away in the heart of Grand Forks❣, Coyote Indie Books is more than a bookstore, it's a place to slow down. Browse thoughtfully curated shelves, settle into a cozy corner with a coffee, and let yourself get lost in a story. Whether you're here for your next great read or just a quiet moment, there's always a warm welcome waiting✨📚☕

10/13/2026

09/26/2026

Fresh food, local businesses, and community connections all start at places like the Grand Forks Farmers' Market!

Community Futures Boundary was delighted to present a $3,000 Growing Communities Fund cheque to help support the market's continued success. In the photo, Rebecca Richards, General Manager of Community Futures Boundary, is joined by Courtnay Redding, Treasurer of the Grand Forks Farmers' Market, and Harmen, Market Manager.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to support this wonderful market and the dedicated people who help make it such a valuable part of our community.

09/23/2026

How often do you get to shape your community's future? 🤔

Not just attending meetings or filling out surveys.

Join us for the Innovate for Impact Regional Social Hackathon! 🌟

On September 26, let’s tackle local challenges together—one day, four communities, countless ideas!

Think, "Someone should do something"? Now's your chance to be that someone!

🔗 Choose your community and register by scanning the QR code in this post or comment below and we will provide you a direct link!

This Regional Social Hackathon is part of Innovate for Impact, a collaboration between Futures East Kootenay and Toolbox, supported by the of British Columbia.

09/22/2026

The future of food in the Boundary starts with local ideas.
This September 26th, community members across the Boundary are coming together for a one-day Social Hackathon focused on strengthening our local food system.

How can we build a stronger, more resilient food future together?
Join residents, producers, businesses, organizations, and community leaders for a day of collaboration where ideas become practical solutions rooted in local knowledge and community priorities.

Whether you've spent years working in food systems or simply care about the future of your community, there is a place for you at the table.

No expertise required, just bring your curiosity! Lunch included.

Your ideas could help shape what comes next.

📅 Saturday, September 26

📍 1647 Central Ave, Grand Forks BC

Sign Up Here through the QR code

Made possible through the collaboration of , , and Community Futures Boundary.

09/16/2026

The future of food in the Boundary starts with local ideas.
This September 26th, community members across the Boundary are coming together for a one-day Social Hackathon focused on strengthening our local food system.

How can we build a stronger, more resilient food future together?
Join residents, producers, businesses, organizations, and community leaders for a day of collaboration where ideas become practical solutions rooted in local knowledge and community priorities.

Whether you've spent years working in food systems or simply care about the future of your community, there is a place for you at the table.

No expertise required, just bring your curiosity! Lunch included.

Your ideas could help shape what comes next.

📅 Saturday, September 26

📍 1647 Central Ave, Grand Forks BC

🔗 Sign Up Here

Made possible through the collaboration of , , and Community Futures Boundary.