On Wednesday April 8, 2026 the very first in-person Thompson-Okanagan Economic Development Practitioners Network meeting will take place from 9:30 am to 4 pm in Vernon.

Contact Robyn Cyr for details robyncyr@brabynbusiness.ca

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A clear vision for the future starts with a strong plan.

ETSI-BC is proud to share its Strategic Plan for 2024–2027—guiding our work from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2027.

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ETSI-BC’s Spring 2026 Funding Intake is now open, with up to $1 million available to support economic development projects across BC’s Southern Interior.

If you would like to review the Spring Funding presentation, click here: lnkd.in/gZmwZk79

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Spring Funding Sessions

If you would like to review the Spring Funding presentation, click here: www.etsi-bc.ca/etsi-bc-spri...

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We wanted to share an update on the AI for Economic Development Practitioners program hosted by ETSI-BC and led by AI Smart Ventures.

Learn more about this program: www.etsi-bc.ca/update-on-th...

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First Southeastern BC Agriculture Forum Creates Partnerships for Ongoing Collaboration

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Our Mission

We serve as a catalyst in strengthening and diversifying the economy of the Southern Interior of BC, by supporting strategic investments in economic development projects that will have long-lasting and measurable regional benefits.

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ETSI-BC is pleased to announce that its next Funding Intake will launch on Monday, March 9, 2026, and will close on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Details here: www.etsi-bc.ca/etsi-bc-spri...

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The Economic Trust of the Southern Interior (ETSI-BC) first supported the Festival in 2021 to help showcase the area’s food, beverage and other agriculture producers to local businesses and consumers.

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ETSI-BC Wraps Up the Year with Over $1 Million in Holiday Cheer for Southern Interior Communities

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ETSI-BC has invested over $1M through its Fall Funding Intake, supporting 32 projects across the Southern Interior and leveraging $4M+ in regional investment.

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Fall 2025 Funding Intake Results by Region

West Kootenays faces labour shortages, with a 2024 study showing 1,270 jobs needed yearly.

A new recruitment firm led by Mia Gardiner was created to help.

Read more: www.etsi-bc.ca/first-recrui...

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Governance of ETSI-BC is carried out by its Board of Directors and two Regional Advisory Committees (RACs).

Thank you to this amazing team for their service and contributions!

Read our 2025 Annual Report: www.etsi-bc.ca/about/key-pu...

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CleanBC review shows plan is working, clean energy is path to strong economy | Pembina Institute VANCOUVER — JESSICA MCILROY, Manager of Government Relations with the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the release of the CleanBC review panel’s final report:“Today’s…

Today’s CleanBC review shows #ClimateAction 🤝 #StrongEconomy. B.C. is cutting emissions and building the economy.

Now is the time to stay ambitious. Clean energy is the path to a strong economy. #BCpoli

Our full reaction 🔗⬇️
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Canada’s economy isn’t just strong, it’s catching global attention. Even Citibank’s CEO says using our fiscal space wisely will “unlock a lot of opportunities.”

Funny how that doesn’t fit into the Conservative narrative?🤔

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The face of tourism in the Creston Valley is changing significantly, and the Creston Valley Tourism Society is rolling out a new five-year strategic plan to respond and take advantage of new opportunities.

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Confidence: the only currency that never devalues.
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Central Kootenay businesses are demonstrating their commitment to environmental sustainability by completing the BC Green Business certification program through Community Futures Central Kootenay.

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"As business leaders, we understand that a safe community is essential for a strong economy," said Eric Smith during today's SC2 gathering. #CommunitySafety #StrongEconomy #SC2Gathering

#housingstability matters and creates healthier households. Less work missed and a #strongeconomy #affordablehousing #community #saltlakecity

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Wentworth MP Allegra Spender with her supporters at Bondi Beach.

Feeling energised today in Bondi, Bronte and Clovelly with hundreds of volunteers back out supporting @allegraspender.bsky.social for re-election as Wentworth’s fantastic #CommunityIndependent.

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There is no such thing as an “unskilled job” if they need you, you have a skill they need. #workers #skilled #unite #organize #union #fairshsre @aflcio.org #contract #strongeconomy #unionstrong

Scotland’s 2017 trade surplus grows as England’s deficit soars saddling the UK with ever more debt Only Scotland continues to have a substantially positive trade balance, exporting considerably more than she imports and thus having a viable economy. Here are the figures for the last four years: …

Every day I ask myself, 'can Scotland afford not to be independent?' #Scotland #strongeconomy
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