Welcome to the Town of Golden!
There are plenty of ways to get involved in our community, and if you're here for the beauty of Golden's location you're most likely involved in one of the many outdoor activities available in the area. Below we have listed some websites where you can find more information about the many activities and events happening in Golden as well as some organizations to check out around town.
Last Updated: July 5, 2016
Last Updated: July 5, 2016
Here's Some Information To Get You Started:
- Town of Golden Official Website
- Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce
- Golden Tourism Site
- Music, Art and Culture
Here Are Some Organizations to Check Out Around Town
The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
(CBAL) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote literacy and lifelong learning throughout the Columbia Basin by educating the public about the importance
of literacy and by supporting local community actions related to literacy.
In Golden, CBAL provides or supports literacy programs for people of all ages. Programs include: Baby and Mother Goose for children aged birth to 4, After school reading for elementary and high school students, Adult literacy programs based on the needs and interests of adults in the community, Family literacy programs to share ideas and activities with parents to support their children's learning at home.
For more details on programs and volunteer opportunities, click here to visit the CBAL website or contact the literacy coordinator, Monica De at 439-9665
Options for Sexual Health Clinic - Golden
Our clinics provide reproductive health services for people of all ages, and we prioritize services for young people in a nonjudgmental, supportive atmosphere. Our objective is to help clients make informed reproductive health decisions that will work for them. To this end, our physicians and nurses ensure that clients understand their health status and needs. Our education resources include our staff and well-trained volunteers, audio-visual and written resource materials, demonstration models and products, and a comprehensive informed consent process.
Located at 835 - 9th Ave South Golden, BC V0A 1H0
250-439-8331
Our clinics provide reproductive health services for people of all ages, and we prioritize services for young people in a nonjudgmental, supportive atmosphere. Our objective is to help clients make informed reproductive health decisions that will work for them. To this end, our physicians and nurses ensure that clients understand their health status and needs. Our education resources include our staff and well-trained volunteers, audio-visual and written resource materials, demonstration models and products, and a comprehensive informed consent process.
Located at 835 - 9th Ave South Golden, BC V0A 1H0
250-439-8331
St. Paul's Thrift Shop
Located behind Abbeyfield House at 915 9th St. S the St. Paul's Thrift Shop offers a variety of second-hand items for your home as well as clothing for men, women, children and teens. It is open on Wednesday's, Friday's and Saturday's from 12pm to 4pm.
Volunteers are always needed to sort, hang and organize clothes, do laundry, clean and de-clutter. It is a great way to gain work experience and provides training for those interesting in working in a retail business. It's great if you're into fashion and vintage as well. For anyone interested in volunteering please stop by the shop and talk to Judy Dimond or call Sarah Wegelin at the Golden Women's Resource Center 250-344-5317
Located behind Abbeyfield House at 915 9th St. S the St. Paul's Thrift Shop offers a variety of second-hand items for your home as well as clothing for men, women, children and teens. It is open on Wednesday's, Friday's and Saturday's from 12pm to 4pm.
Volunteers are always needed to sort, hang and organize clothes, do laundry, clean and de-clutter. It is a great way to gain work experience and provides training for those interesting in working in a retail business. It's great if you're into fashion and vintage as well. For anyone interested in volunteering please stop by the shop and talk to Judy Dimond or call Sarah Wegelin at the Golden Women's Resource Center 250-344-5317
The Golden Food Bank
The Golden Food Bank provides emergency food on a monthly basis to 230 people, 88 of whom are children who rely on the services of many generous volunteers, organizers and contributors. We are a great group of people and we have a fun time working with people and food and are always looking for volunteers to help out.
Volunteer hours are Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Thursday's: 9 am-1pm. Some duties include: packaging of bulk foods, helping food-bank coordinator pick up purchased and donated foods and supplies, helping to decorate and provide informational posters. For more information on fun volunteer opportunities that also include working in the garden, with clients and special projects click here.
The Golden Food Bank provides emergency food on a monthly basis to 230 people, 88 of whom are children who rely on the services of many generous volunteers, organizers and contributors. We are a great group of people and we have a fun time working with people and food and are always looking for volunteers to help out.
Volunteer hours are Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Thursday's: 9 am-1pm. Some duties include: packaging of bulk foods, helping food-bank coordinator pick up purchased and donated foods and supplies, helping to decorate and provide informational posters. For more information on fun volunteer opportunities that also include working in the garden, with clients and special projects click here.
The Golden Family Center
The Golden Family Centre is committed to the enhancement of the well being of individuals, families and the community of Golden. The Golden Family Center provides education, advocacy, resources, counselling, early intervention and support services. To visit the Golden Family Center's website
click here
The Golden Family Centre is committed to the enhancement of the well being of individuals, families and the community of Golden. The Golden Family Center provides education, advocacy, resources, counselling, early intervention and support services. To visit the Golden Family Center's website
click here
The British Columbia Special Olympics (Golden)
This wonderful organization's mission is to provide individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to enrich their lives and celebrate personal achievement through positive sport experiences. The Special Olympics has returned to Golden with a set of volunteers and coaches who are empowering individuals with access to activities including cross country skiing and bowling. For more info about the Special Olympics click here
This wonderful organization's mission is to provide individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to enrich their lives and celebrate personal achievement through positive sport experiences. The Special Olympics has returned to Golden with a set of volunteers and coaches who are empowering individuals with access to activities including cross country skiing and bowling. For more info about the Special Olympics click here
The Golden Employment Services
The Golden Employment Services is dedicated to assisting individuals in finding and/or maintaining employment. The employment counselors are friendly and will gladly be available to help you with your job search as well as assist you in developing an action plan in order to achieve your employment goals.
To find out more information about the Golden Employment Services you can visit their website at www.goldenemploymentservices.bc.ca or give them a call at 250-344-5413.
The Golden Employment Services is dedicated to assisting individuals in finding and/or maintaining employment. The employment counselors are friendly and will gladly be available to help you with your job search as well as assist you in developing an action plan in order to achieve your employment goals.
To find out more information about the Golden Employment Services you can visit their website at www.goldenemploymentservices.bc.ca or give them a call at 250-344-5413.
