CKISS outreach booth at Lakeside Park in Nelson. CKISS is hitting the road to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species during Invasive Species Action Month in May May 1, 2017…the following locations in May: BC Wildlife Federation AGM & Convention, Nelson BC, May 5th-6th Nelson Garden Festival, Nelson BC, May 13th Critter Day, Trail BC, May 13th Rossland Society… Read more
Employment Opportunity, Education Program Coordinator April 15, 2015Job Title: Education Program Coordinator Remuneration: $25-$28/hour as an independent contractor or $22-$24 employee (based on experience) plus travel expense @ $0.55/km for use of personal vehicle Term: 24 hours/week,… Read more
CKISS is Hiring!! Get your application in by April 15th April 4, 2016…community festivals, special events, boat launches, farmers markets, garden centers, school groups and youth, etc. Assist Education Program Coordinator with resource and newsletter distribution and development. Assist the American Bullfrog… Read more
Naksup students learn how to ID knotweed and other invasive species. CKISS and NACFOR team up to take 100 Nakusp students outside! June 16, 2016…beautiful place to live, work and play, which is why it is vital for youth to learn how to prevent, detect and manage invasive species and take action together” states… Read more
We challenge you to enter the “What’s in My Back Yard?” (WIMBY) Photo Contest. May 3, 2020Taking part is simple and you could win up to $350 for your family, youth group or class. The contest runs through May until the closing date May 31, 2020…. Read more
CKISS is hiring! Field Crew Supervisor, Invasive Species Technicians and Outreach Assistant. Deadline to apply is March 10, 2022. February 14, 2022…activities; assisting with virtual and in-person events such as webinars, workshops, community weed pulls and youth field trips. Join the CKISS team as the Outreach Program Assistant. Eligibility Must be… Read more
Back to School! Kindergarten students prove that you are never too young to become stewards of the environment. September 4, 2018…Invasive species is a topic that is easy to bring into your classroom! Youth Pulling Together Program-Field trips and guest speakers The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society provides field trips… Read more
CKISS n’Tell Winter Newsletter is now available online January 30, 2018Your winter 2018 update is now available by clicking here. What will you find in the Winter 2018 issue of CKISS’n Tell? Teaching about Invasive Species workshop Upcoming partner events… Read more
You can WIN cash by taking a photo. Read the Spring CKISS’n Tell Newsletter to find out more! May 3, 2018Your Spring 2018 update is now available by clicking here. What will you find in the Spring 2018 issue of CKISS’n Tell? May is Invasive Species Action Month: learn what… Read more
Request for Qualifications May 10, 2018Request for Statement of Qualifications Submittal Date: June 13, 2018 at 4:00 P.M PST The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society is soliciting a statement of qualification from individuals or firms… Read more