“Sometimes the greatest gift you can give another person is to simply include them.” Joy Zabala
At Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services, we work together to develop and deliver programs designed to improve the lives of people with diverse abilities in our area. We recognize that without diversity, we cannot have a healthy community. As ongoing advocates for inclusive and responsive strategies we engage in outreach and community-based activities to meet the needs of all people.
What is Community Works?
Community Works is a social venture that provides employment training opportunities to individuals with diverse abilities, skills, capabilities, and potential while also providing social benefits to the community.
The goal of Community Works is to help those individuals to achieve more independent lives by providing opportunities for work experience, community engagement, social activities and employment supports as well as soft-skill development.
Community Works runs a program called “Bridging the Labour Market Gaps” which helps to train and support individuals who are unemployed or precariously employed and facing a variety of barriers to employment. For more information please download our intake form below.
Community Works Provided Services
Return it Forward Recycling Program
ASLCS is proud to be partnering with Nakusp PharmaChoice in supporting the Return It Forward Program. You can drop off empty bottles and cans anytime at the Return It Forward trailer at the ASLCS building.
Shredding
Community Works provides a confidential shredding service at the ASLCS building for local businesses and residents.
Fabric Recycling
In partnership with the local thrift stores in Nakusp and surrounding area, we save tons of fabric from the landfill every year. Click on the link to see how you can get involved.
Wood Shop
Wood Shop: The diverse ability team handcrafts wood items for sale in the Gift Shop at ASLCS and at the local markets during market season.
Snow Removal & Yard Care Services
Seasonal outdoor services are available to commercial and residential clients in Nakusp. From firewood, fire-smart services, yard cleanup, and winter snow removal - click the link for more information and how to reach the Community Works Coordinator to discuss your project.
Community Works Contact Form
Please fill out the contact form below or call 250-265-3674 ext. 214 to inquire about any of our services provided by the Community Works Social Venture Program at Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services.