COMMUNTIY BENEFITS

Return to Our Lands

• Purchase local and organic produce and products whenever possible.
• Foster a supportive relationship with small businesses in the Elk Valley. Make it a priority to hire local sub-contractors, consultants, and promote other local tourism operators. Purchase materials and office supplies from local vendors and above all else encourage local partnerships whenever possible.
• Maintain an open dialogue with community grassroots conservation groups like Wildsight, as well as other local organizations like the Fernie Rod and Gun Club and Snowmobile Associations to communicate management decisions, restrictions and openings when it is possible. This open dialogue strengthens relationships and builds mutual trust and respect.
• Provide ample opportunities for local people to visit or bring friends and family for a meal, hike, or to enjoy our spa services.
• Partner with the College of the Rockies Fernie Campus and Mountain Activities Skills Training (MAST) Program for programs and services offered on contract through many of Island Lake Lodge's professional guides and/or by providing access to the property.
• Allow access to lands for Avalanche Awareness programs and education
• Whenever possible hire local staff.
• Support local community conservation efforts by displaying literature and cooperating with programs raising the profile or organizations like Wildsight, Y2Y, etc. to visitors and staff.