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The South Kootenay Regional ERAP relies on regional volunteers who contribute expertise and time during economic disruption. Governance and Action Groups meet annually to maintain readiness and onboard new members, and convene as needed when the plan is activated during an incident.
To join an Action Group, review the descriptions below and complete the form to indicate your interest. Share a few details about yourself—your role, organization, and relevant experience. We’ll follow up to confirm fit, answer questions, and discuss participation. Your information will be used only for ERAP coordination.
What Action Groups Do
Supports businesses with navigation, technical assistance, and connections to financing or relief programs during disruption and recovery.
People who work directly with businesses on financing, advisory services, lending, accounting, or operational support, including economic development practitioners and business service providers are a good fit.
Coordinates clear, consistent economic information for businesses, partners, and the public, aligned with local government and emergency communications.
People with experience in communications, media, public information, marketing, or stakeholder engagement, including municipal communications staff and organizational spokespeople are a good fit
Collects and interprets information about business impacts, sector trends, and recovery needs to help guide decisions and advocacy.
People with experience in data analysis, economic development, research, policy, or planning who are comfortable assessing business impacts, trends, and recovery needs are a good fit.
Focuses on economic impacts related to transportation, utilities, digital connectivity, and other infrastructure that affects business continuity.
People working in transportation, utilities, public works, digital connectivity, or infrastructure planning who understand how service disruptions affect businesses and communities are a good fit.
Addresses labour and workforce needs, including employment stability, training, redeployment, and connections to workforce programs and services.
People involved in employment services, workforce development, education, training, social services, or employer support related to labour and skills are a good fit.
Identifies opportunities to use local suppliers and contractors in response and recovery efforts, supporting local businesses and keeping dollars in the region.
People with experience in purchasing, supply chains, construction, contracting, or business development who understand local supplier networks and procurement processes are a good fit.
Helps identify and navigate regulatory, permitting, or policy issues that may affect business continuity or recovery.
People working in bylaw enforcement, fire services, planning and development, building inspection, environmental health, or regulatory administration are a good fit.
Recognizes and connects psychosocial supports for business owners, workers, and communities experiencing stress or disruption.
People with experience in mental health, social services, community support, or non-profit service delivery who understand stress, burnout, and community well-being during disruption are a good fit.
Focuses on physical access to downtowns, business districts, and key commercial areas, including circulation, signage, and temporary adaptations when needed.
People involved in downtown management, transportation planning, engineering, accessibility, facilities, or public realm design who understand access to business districts and commercial areas are a good fit.
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