Revelstoke Community Social Development Committee
This is a committee of the City Council of Revelstoke. It is comprised of community social sector professionals, business representatives, community members and City councilors.
The committee will contribute to achieving the Community Vision by supporting all citizens through a responsible and caring social system. An annual Work Plan is developed to guide the committee on priority actions.
The committee has extended the Social Development Coordinator contract with Jill Zacharias for a fourth year term July 15, 2011 – 2012 to assist the Committee in achieving its objectives.
The Community Economic Development department of the City of Revelstoke provides administrative support for the committee’s work.
New Resources for Youth in Revelstoke
In November, the Revelstoke Youth Initiative Committee received some very exciting news. Revelstoke has been chosen as one of six pilot communities to participate in CBT's new Community Directed Youth Funds Program. This program will provide $100,000 over four years to increase activities, opportunities and services for youth in our community. Stay tuned for Updates!
New Resources for Newcomers to Revelstoke!
At www.welcometorevelstoke.org new residents will find:
- Recent Immigrants - a comprehensive list of local, regional, provincial, national and online services specific to new immigrants,
- Community Resources - Links to local services and directories,
- Assets Map - A map showing the location of key community resources and,
- Welcome to Revelstoke Guide
The Welcome to Revelstoke Guide is published in 4 languages - English, French, Korean, and simple Chinese. The guide is intended to provide an overview of information that will help new arrivals to our community settle and meet their needs. Colorful photos and anecdotes hightlight our unique local culture and surrounding beauty.
This project was a partnership between Okanagan College and Revlestoke Community Social Development.
Celebration of Achievements
2011 Superintendent's Annual Report on Student Achievement
The Revelstoke Board of Education is pleased to provide a copy of the Superintendent's Annual Report on Student Achievement. The report highlights the achievements in our district in the areas of literacy, social responsibility and graduation rates. <Click here> to download.
