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Harvesting Hope: The Growth of SilverStar Veggies’ Success

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Located on a plot of land at the bottom of the Foothills in Vernon, BC, SilverStar Veggies has become…
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Amy Gillies, Enterprize Challenge Mentor, Named Volunteer of the Year

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Community Futures North Okanagan

We support the community of the North Okanagan in creating lasting employment opportunities and fostering sustainable economic growth. We aim to be a driving force to shape thriving, innovative communities built on opportunity and shared success.

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📈 We are growing! ImageImageWe're looking for an experienced, mid-level Accounting Administrator to jump into a brand-new role in our Finance Department.ImageImageIf you have a sharp eye for detail, strong bookkeeping and data entry skills, along with solid accounting acumen, you’ll fit right in with our growth-minded team. ImageImageIn this full-time role, the Accounting Administrator will:ImageImage🔍 Prepare routine and operational month-end journal entries and allocate expenses. ImageImage📋 Process payroll, manage invoices, and handle daily reconciliations. ImageImage✨ Work closely with our Finance Team to ensure compliance with internal controls and guidelines. ImageImageHead over to our website to view the full job description and submit your application: futuresbc.bamboohr.com/careers/120ImageImageApplications close August 3, 2026. ImageImageNote: Community Futures North Okanagan is not eligible to hire under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).ImageImage#NowHiring #AccountingJobs #VernonBC #OkanaganCareers #Bookkeeping #FinanceJobs #CommunityFutures #AccountingAdmin ... See MoreSee Less

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Community Futures North Okanagan is at Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park.

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Connecting with culture, community, and nature! 🌲✨Image ImageOur Employ for Youth participants recently spent an incredible Cultural Day at beautiful Rattlesnake Point in Kalamalka Lake Park.ImageImageA massive thank you to Laura Dohla of Ancestral Heartbeat Tours for leading the day and sharing such meaningful teachings and insights with the group.ImageImageThe Employ for Youth program is about finding employment as well as personal growth, connection, and skill-building. ImageImageDuring the 4 week workshop participants get to take part in unique, hands-on experiences just like this one that leave a lasting impact.ImageImage🙌 Want to learn more or know a youth who could benefit?ImageImageCheck out the details and explore the program online at Employ for Youth - Community Futures North Okanagan.ImageImagewww.futuresbc.com/employ-for-youth/ImageImage#communityfutures #northokanagan #employforyouth #youthprograms #kalamalkalake #CommunityFirst #okanaganlife ... See MoreSee Less

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Learn how to set up and utilize your Google Business profile to attract more customers! ImageImageIn this workshop, gain practical tools to collect customer reviews, promote your products and services, and keep your business information up to date. ImageImageRegister today: mycommunityfuturesbc.ca/webinars/1201/google_business_basics/ ImageImage📌 Participation in this session is free within select CF-service regions. Check eligibility at mycommunityfuturesbc.ca ImageImage#mycommunityfutures #cfbc #onlinebusinesstraining #bcentrepreneurs ImageImageCommunity Futures British Columbia ... See MoreSee Less

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Reminder - we are currently hiring for two exciting roles:ImageImage💚 Career Advisor - futuresbc.bamboohr.com/careers/118ImageImage✅ Employer Engagement Advisor - futuresbc.bamboohr.com/careers/115ImageImageThe closing date for both positions is July 12th, 2026.ImageImageNote: Community Futures North Okanagan is not eligible to hire under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).ImageImage#hiring #WorkWithUs #vernonbc ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy Canada Day! 🍁ImageImageWhether you're soaking up the sunshine, browsing local community markets, or enjoying a relaxing day off with family, we hope July 1st brings you good company and moments worth celebrating.ImageImageAs we pause our services for Canada Day, we encourage everyone to reflect on the complex history of the land we share. ImageImagePlease note that our offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 for the statutory holiday, reopening on Thursday, July 2nd at 9:00 AM.ImageImage#canadaday #hourschange ... See MoreSee Less

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About Community Futures

From our office in downtown Vernon, Community Futures North Okanagan offers employment, business and economic development services to help residents build their future and the community. We service Armstrong, Coldstream, Enderby, Grindrod, Lavington, Lumby, Mara, Okanagan Indian Band,  Spallumcheen, Splatsin and Vernon.

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