Economic Development Cowichan

🚨 The 2nd intake period of 2024 for the CVRD Sport Tourism Event Grant (STEG) program is now OPEN! 🚨 🏅 Are you part of a local sport organization planning a championship, tournament, or training camp between January 1 - June 30, 2025? Apply now for up to $3,000 in funding! 🏆 The intention of STEG is to support local sporting organizations in hosting events at regional, provincial, national or international levels. The STEG program is designed to attract multi-day events to the Cowichan region, boosting our local sport tourism economy and promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. Applications are due by October 1, 2024. Click the link below to apply today! 👇 https://lnkd.in/gA-D3B-w #SportTourism #Tourism #Cowichan #EconomicDevelopment #CVRD #Grants #Funding

Have your say and take the Tourism Stakeholder Input Survey today! If you are a tourism-related business or organization operating in the Cowichan Region, we invite you to take 10-20 minutes to complete the survey below to let Tourism Cowichan know how we can improve regional tourism marketing initiatives for 2025. The goal of this survey is to better inform Tourism Cowichan's annual marketing plan, specifically the Municipal Regional District Tax (MRDT) Annual Tactical Plan for the Cowichan Region. Moving forward, Tourism Cowichan aims to make strategic planning a more inclusive process by gathering insights from tourism stakeholders, who know our region and our visitors best. Take the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gXbgYHHy 4VI Group | Tourism Cowichan

We're halfway there! Week 3 of our Youth Survey - have you participated yet? Share your thoughts and enter to win a $40 local gift card! 🎁 https://lnkd.in/eGHdDGcT #CVRD #EconomicDevelopment #CowichanYouth #CommunityEngagement #Survey

🏘 Exciting Housing News in Duncan/ North Cowichan: 56 Affordable Homes on the Horizon The Province of British Columbia has announced a new project through the Rental Protection Fund to provide more affordable housing. Project Highlights: 🔹 Connective, a social-services non-profit organization, bought nine properties in Duncan and North Cowichan, including a 56-unit property at 3048 Lake Cowichan Rd. The building is mainly made up of affordable one- and two-bedroom units sought-after by smaller households, especially seniors, due to its proximity to the hospital. 🔹 This development is made possible through a collaborative effort involving the provincial government, local non-profits, and community organizations. 🔹 These new homes will provide Duncan and North Cowichan residents with safe, secure, affordable housing options. 🔹 The announcement is a step in the right direction for the community of Duncan and North Cowichan, where affordable housing has been a pressing issue. With rising housing costs and limited availability, many families and individuals have struggled to find suitable living arrangements. 🔗 For more information on the Rental Protection Fund, click the link: https://lnkd.in/e8cHcBbW

Economic Development Cowichan is in Week 2 of our Youth Survey Campaign! Have you been able to share your thoughts yet? If you are between the ages of 15-29, take the survey and enter our weekly draw to win a $40 local gift card. Your feedback will help shape the CVRD's Economic Development Strategic Plan. https://lnkd.in/eGHdDGcT #CVRD #EconomicDevelopment #Cowichan #CowichanYouth #Survey

The Circular Economy Accelerator Program, created by Synergy Foundation, provides hands-on support for businesses who want to adopt circular economy principles, reduce waste and emissions, and develop innovative practices. Early Participants of the program remarked how they quickly implement changes that have left measured impact on decreasing waste and increasing revenue. The accelerator program, which has available space for small and medium sized businesses across Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast, provides participants with an assessment and roadmap to make operational changes in both the short and long term. To sign your business up, or to learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/geecssZ4 The Trust invested $50,000 towards this phase of the initiative through our Capital and Innovation Program.

🚀 Hey Cowichan- Expand Your Business to the USA! 🌎 📅 Join a free webinar hosted by Export Navigator on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (PST). Learn from top experts in immigration, law, tax, customs, and logistics about entering the US market. 🗣️ Featuring: Halley Fisher (Cascadia Cross-Border Law) Gene Moses (The Law Offices of Gene Moses P.S.) Sid Rao (MNP) Breanna Leininger & Alexandra Haukaas (PCB Global Trade Management) Register now: https://lnkd.in/gNbhGv2W #Webinar #USMarket #BusinessGrowth #ExportNavigator #CrossBorderTrade #Cowichan #EconomicDevelopment

Island Tourism Business News 🚀 4VI is evolving its social enterprise model to include its tourism non-profit, a charitable giving directive, and a for-profit corporation, all forming the 4VI Group. ➡ 4TVI will continue to operate as a non-profit that supports the needs of communities and tourism businesses through government-funded work in the Vancouver Island Region. ➡ 4EVER Strategies Inc. is a for-profit corporation that delivers sustainability, storytelling, and strategy services for its clients. 4EVER will include community clients such as Tourism Cowichan. ➡ 4GOOD is the new charitable giving direction, which will continue to build toward the 4VI Group's 2030 goal of contributing $10 million back to the residents of Vancouver Island. For more information and to read the full media release, click here: https://lnkd.in/etaHFdVy #Cowichan #Tourism #CVRD #EconomicDevelopment #ExploreCowichan

📢 Attention Cowichan Youth! Are you between the ages of 15 and 29 and living in the Cowichan Valley? Your voice matters! The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is launching a Youth Survey to gather your insights and ideas for our new Economic Development Strategic Plan. As a young member of our community, we want to hear your perspectives, aspirations, and concerns regarding Cowichan. The survey is designed to understand your thoughts about our community, your plans for the future, and what you envision for the place you call home. What’s in it for you? By participating in the survey, you get a chance to shape the future of our community and win big! We’re holding a weekly draw for a $40 gift card to a local business throughout a six-week campaign. The earlier you participate, the more chances you have to win! How to participate? It’s simple: Share your thoughts and ideas by completing the 10-minute survey. Your input will directly influence the decisions and plans for economic development in the Cowichan region. This is a unique opportunity to ensure your needs and aspirations are considered in our future plans. https://lnkd.in/eGHdDGcT #CVRD #Cowichan #Youth #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityEngagement

🛠 Expanding on the BMEx Program: Building Material Exchange ♻ The Building Material Exchange (BMEx) is a dynamic initiative designed to foster sustainability and cost efficiency in the construction and manufacturing sectors on South and Central Vancouver Island. This program connects businesses to facilitate the exchange of surplus building materials, reducing waste and lowering costs for participants. Key features include: 🤝 Material Matchmaking Services: Personalized support to connect businesses with surplus materials to those in need. 💻 Online Marketplace: A free platform where businesses can list and browse available materials. 📚 Collaborative Events: Networking and educational events to promote the exchange and reuse of materials. By participating in BMEx, businesses can reduce landfill fees, access affordable materials, and contribute to a circular economy. This initiative is funded in part by the CVRD. For more details, visit BMEx: https://lnkd.in/gGkKApQE