You’re warmly invited to join us, for a fun and creative Notepad Making Workshop at the CBAL office!6 📅 Tuesday, September 29 🕓 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. 📍 CBAL Office, 19A 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook Come and create your own colourful notepad for school, work, or personal use. All supplies will be provided at this […]
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is a day to honour and remember the children taken from their families, those who never returned home, and the individuals, families and communities still living with the lasting impacts and trauma caused by the residential school system in Canada. Public commemoration […]
German Heritage Month recognizes the contributions of over 3 million people of German origin to Canada. Learn more at: https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/corporate/updates/2023/german-heritage-month.html
Latin American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate Latin American contributions and strengthen Canada's Multicultural Identity. Learn more: https://hispanicheritage.ca/
Women's History Month is a time to highlight the achievements of women and girls, past and present, who have shaped Canada in fields like politics, science, arts, business, and the economy. Learn more at: https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/womens-history-month.html
Happy Thanksgiving! The date for Canadian Thanksgiving was officially chosen on January 31, 1957, as "a Day of General Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed – to be observed on the second Monday in October." The holiday originated from many different harvest festival celebrations held by different […]
Are you interested in voting in the two upcoming elections? Please join CBAL for this free online workshop all about voting in Canada. In this workshop, you will learn:# Who can vote and how to register.# What to expect when voting in an election in Canada.# Voting options and identification requirements. Tuesday, October 13th 2:00 […]
Local and regional district elections for mayor, council, directors, and school board officials often have the most direct impact on your daily life. Learn more about the role of local elected officials and local elections in BC at: https://elections.bc.ca/local-elections/2026-general-local-elections/ Local election information, including when and where to vote in the upcoming local elections, can be […]
Join us for our upcoming workshop. Winter is coming! 🌨️ and it is important to be prepared for it! Join our FREE online Preparing for Canadian Winter Workshop. 📅 Date: Thursday, October 21st ⏰ Time: 1:30-2:30 PM 💻 Location: Zoom In this workshop, you will learn: ✅ How to winterize your house ✅ How to winterize your […]
Were you born outside of Canada? Are you living in the Golden, Columbia Valley, Cranbrook, or Elk Valley area? Do you have ideas how to make our communities more welcoming? Are you interested in a helping role or a leadership role in the community? Join the East Kootenay Zonal Immigration Partnership (EKZIP) Newcomer Advisory Committee […]
Are you thinking about buying a vehicle? 🚗 Join us for a free, informative session with Tre Schmid, Assistant Sales Manager at Toyota Cranbrook. Learn practical tips and useful information to help you through the vehicle-buying process. Date: Thursday, October 22 Time: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM Location: Cranbrook CBAL Office, 19A 9th Avenue South […]
Final Voting Day for the BC Provincial Election is October 24, 2026. You can vote if you are: a Canadian citizen, 18 or older on October 24, 2026, and a resident of B.C. since April 23, 2026. Learn more about your local candidates and where to vote at: https://elections.bc.ca/2026-provincial-election/
Join us on Wednesday, October 28th at the CBAL office in Golden to refresh your winter wardrobe for FREE, connect with community members, and enjoy some light refreshments. Bring clean, gently used clothes, coats, boots, hats and gloves to swap with others. Children and adult clothing accepted. To register and confirm your attendance please contact […]
Halloween is a name that comes from All Hallows’ Eve. It was the evening before the Christian Holiday of All Saints’ Day or All Hallows’ Day on November 1st. It also takes place at the same time as the Celtic festival of Samhain, meaning “summer’s end”. It is commonly celebrated in Canada with trick-or-treating, […]
The Day of the Dead, known in Spanish as Día de los Muertos, is a holiday that celebrates life and honors the dead. The holiday is traditionally celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. It involves time to gather to pay respects and remember friends and family members who have died. It is often a time of celebration […]
Hindu Heritage Month is an opportunity to learn more about the rich culture and history of Hindu communities and to celebrate and honour their contributions in British Columbia and Canada. Learn more about the month at: https://hindulegacy.org/hhm/
Lha Bab Düchen occurs on the 22nd day of the 9th Tibetan lunar month and celebrates Buddha's return to the human realm after teaching his mother for three months in the God's realm.
Lebanese Heritage Month honours the significant contributions Lebanese Canadians have made within Canada and recognizes Lebanese Independence Day (Nov 22, 1943). You can learn more the stories of the Lebanese diaspora in Canada at: https://www.muslimsincanadaarchives.ca/en/posts/lebanese-heritage-month/