Community Success Stories- we want to hear them!

In order to inspire communities to move forward and have fun with it, we often describe actions that other communities have taken. We want to expand our knowledge base of success stories, and you can help us! If you have an inspiring story of innovative, entrepreneurial steps your community has taken, please send them to: info@theciel.com

In The Spotlight: Notable Community Entrepreneur

Do you know someone in your community who inspires you with their ability to use innovative and entrepreneurial skills and attitudes to adapt and thrive? Let us know about them, and they might be featured in our quarterly newsletter!

In the past, CIEL has co-sponsored a yearly Community Entrepreneur and Innovative Organization award. It's been a great way of recognizing outstanding acheivement and sharing inspirational stories of success.

If you have someone in mind from your community, please send us a brief write-up (250 words) about them. You can include information about their role in the community, attitudes or outlooks that make them stand out, and how they've transformed a challenging situation into an opportunity.

You can send your Notable Community Entrepreneur write-up to info@theciel.com. If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about CIEL's work, phone us at (250) 352-9192 or toll free (888) 352-9192.

Photo: 2008 Community Entrepreneur Award winner Bruce Hardy (of the National Research Council) for the Central Kootenay region accepts award from CIEL Chair Jan Wright and Community Futures Central Kootenay Chair Bob Wright.