Our Partners
High-fives to those on the journey with us.
Province of British Columbia
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
Website: Province of BC
Email: Province of BC Rural Development email: ruraldevelopment@gov.bc.ca
Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support from ETSI-BC for funding the two KORE Rural Business and Community Recovery Advisors positions and also the grant for the feasibility study for the “Creating BC Supply Chain Solutions for the Outdoor Gear Industry.”
Phone: 236-420-3680
Website: etsi-bc.ca
Email: info@etsi-bc.ca
PacifiCan
PacifiCan is the federal economic development agency dedicated to British Columbians. PacifiCan works with partners who are building innovative businesses, creating quality jobs and supporting inclusive growth throughout our province.
Selkirk College
With eight campus locations in six different West Kootenay and Boundary communities, Selkirk College offers outcomes for in-demand employment, credit transfer to a multitude of universities for degree completion and enhanced training to further career opportunities. Selkirk is home to 80-plus nationally recognized programs serving more than 2,800 full-time learners in certificate, diploma, bachelor’s degree, co-operative education and continuing education programs every year.
Website: selkirk.ca
Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC)
Located in Trail, STAC is a one-stop shop to access the advanced manufacturing technologies needed to drive business innovation. Those involved help business owners, designers, and engineers apply new technologies to workflows, prototype new designs, reverse engineer critical parts, enhance manufacturing processes, and f ind advanced manufacturing solutions.
Website: selkirk.ca
BC Chamber of Commerce & Ministry of Innovation, Science & Economic Development
Funding for the KORE Shop Local BC campaign has been provided through the BC Chamber of Commerce through Canada’s Ministry of Innovation, Science and Economic Development.
Phone: 604-683-0700
Website: bcchamber.org
Email: bccc@bcchamber.org
College of the Rockies
College of the Rockies is excited to work with KORE in their efforts to develop and strengthen the outdoor industry in the Kootenay region. Collaboration with industry partners like KORE is a key component of College of the Rockies’ mission to transform lives and enrich communities through the power of education. This partnership aims to undertake an industry scan in order to better understand current outdoor industry activity in the region and to get a sense of the labour market outlook and requirements in relation to outdoor equipment design and manufacturing. We are pleased to provide the expertise of a College of the Rockies faculty researcher to assist in this project and look forward to embarking on future outdoor industry applied research and training opportunities with KORE as they emerge.
Website: College of the Rockies
1% For The Planet
Since 2002, 1% for the Planet has helped to direct hundreds of millions of dollars to environmental partners around the world. Their network of businesses and partners drive environmental impact through collective action.
Website: onepercentfortheplanet.org
Email: info@onepercentfortheplanet.org
PBJ Merch Co.
New Westminster, BC-based PBJ Merch Co. makes custom merchandise, gifts, and apparel for your company. Founder Rich Patterson says his “deep roots in Cranbrook and connections across the Kootenay region, where I spent my youth skiing, camping, and revelling in the outdoors, inspire our dedication to environmental stewardship and to supporting organizations like KORE.”
Website: pbjmerch.co
Email: rich@pbjmerch.co
Gear Re-Store
Calgary-based Gear Re-Store specialises in extending the life of outdoor gear, including waterproof/breathable jackets and pants, down products, sleeping bags, tents, and backpacks. Premium repairs and restoration services with above average turnaround time. Industry-leading technology. Reducing impact on the planet by keeping good gear out of the landfill. That’s who we are.
Website: gearrestore.com
Email: info@gearrestore.com
Mountain Culture Group
Based in Nelson, BC, the agency division of Kootenay Mountain Culture Magazine, MCG Story Haus, is responsible for the KORE brand, website and social media channels.
Website: Mountain Culture Group Story Haus
Email: mitch@mountainculturegroup.com
