Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy - Trail and Area

This we stand 🧡.
In the West Kootenay there is a the Refugee Week Film Festival, screening 4 short films. For dates and locations visit West Kootenay Local Immigration Partnership.

📣Canadian Work Experience & Communication Workshop!

Join us for a FREE informative Canadian Work Experience & Communication Workshop! 🇨🇦

Learn key skills for success in the Canadian workplace, including communication, workplace culture, professional emails, etiquette, and teamwork.

🗓 Tuesday, June 9
🕔 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
📍 CBAL Trail & Area Office, 1160 Cedar Avenue

To register or learn more: email: [email protected] or call/text 250-368-6770

CBAL offers settlement support and activities for school-aged children new to Canada.

Email: [email protected]. We would be happy to give you more information or see how we can help!

Kids Can Cook is returning this weekend!

We are pleased to announce the return of our cooking program for families with children aged 3 to 5.

Join us for a structured, hands-on experience designed to help your little ones build confidence and explore new skills in the kitchen.

📅 Date: Saturdays, May 16 - June 13
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
📍 Location: CBAL office, 1160 Cedar Avenue, Trail

🎟️ Registration is required:
Email [email protected] or text 250-921-6525.

Ready for some outdoor fun? Play & Learn in the Park is back!

Join us at Gyro Park for 90 minutes of active play, story time, and creative arts!

Over five themed sessions, your little ones will explore everything from science experiments and scavenger hunts to outdoor games and wild crafting.

It’s the perfect way to get outside, learn something new, and make some friends!

When: Fridays, May 15 – June 12
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Gyro Park
Ages: 3 – 5 years old (plus a caregiver)

Rain or shine, we’ll be there—so be sure to dress for the weather!

Registration is required.
Email: [email protected]
Text: 250-921-6525

❤️We're celebrating all moms for the amazing role they play in our lives!

🌱 Free Gardening Workshop! 🌱

Ready to grow a healthy, thriving garden this season? Join us for a hands‑on workshop where you’ll learn practical skills to help your plants flourish.

📅 Sunday, May 17
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 CBAL Trail & Area Office – 1160 Cedar Avenue

Registration is required.

To register email: [email protected] or text: 250‑368‑6770

We’re excited to share that the Spring 2026 edition of Literacy Connects is now live! 🌸
Literacy Connects is a space to share insights, resources, and stories from across the literacy community 🤝📚
🖊️ This issue’s theme: All About Writing
From inspiration to practice, this edition celebrates the power of the written word ✨
We hope you enjoy reading it! 💬💛
https://cbal.org/.../04/Literacy-Connects-Spring-2026.pdf