A Long-Standing, Neighbour-led Community on Kootenay Lake
A self-managed, lakeside community located on the beautiful shores of Kootenay Lake.
Welcome to Loki Lots
Who We Are
Loki Lots is a small, close-knit community of 30+ homes on the shores of Kootenay Lake near Kaslo, BC. Our residents come from many walks of life, from seniors and seasonal visitors to longtime residents and families, all united by a shared commitment to a healthy, welcoming, and safe place to call home. We pride ourselves on fostering a community where neighbours look out for one another, and affordability, care, and mutual respect guide everything we do.
Welcome to Loki Lots
Welcome to Loki Lots
Whether you’re just visiting or already part of our neighbourhood, here’s where to start:
Visitors & Prospective Buyers
Learn about Loki Lots, the history of the land, and the values that guide our neighbour-led community.
Residents & Shareholders
Your hub for staying connected, sharing updates, and keeping up with everything happening in our community.
About the Community
Loki Lots is a 43.5 acre lakeside property with private access to the shores of Kootenay Lake. The property provides access to a shared boat launch, two sheltered beaches, and several lake view properties, all maintained with care by the community. Operating much like a small municipality, Loki Lots takes on the responsibility of the land’s shared services, including:
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Road Access
Water Systems
Fire Safety
Common Land & Beach Access
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Grading
Dust Control
Snow Plowing
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Drinking Water
Main Lines
Lake Pumps & Tanks
Standpipes for Fire Response
43.5 Acres of Shared Land
30+ Family Homes
Sheltered Beach Access
Mountain View Properties
Meet Loki Lot’s Board of Directors
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Shannon Gervais-Proulx
PRESIDENT
Born and raised in Kaslo, Shannon moved at age eight to the nearby to what was then known as the ‘Lease Lots’, where she grew up during the 1990s surrounded by a tight-knit community of families. Childhood memories of ball hockey at the bus stop, summers at the south beach, mountain hikes, endless bike rides, and neighbourhood gatherings shaped her deep appreciation for connection and place. Shannon now works as a Procurement Specialist for the District of Saanich in Victoria, bringing over 15 years of experience across municipal and provincial governments. Despite living away, Kaslo remains home in her heart—anchored by her parents’ residence in the Loki Lots. -
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Daryl Dertell
VICE-PRESIDENT
Daryl has lived at Loki Lots since 1981. He was born and raised in Saskatchewan, and is now retired in the Kootenays after a very busy life working diverse array of careers, from construction and road maintenance to mining and excavation. He has traveled and lived throughout BC throughout his career, but has been a valued member of our board since its conception. Daryl is responsible for helping Loki Lots bridge the gap from the past to the present as he was part of the original few who helped save the community over 25 years ago. -
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Marie-Ange Fournier-Beck
TREASURER
Marie and her sister grew up in the community and remember it as a beautiful, supportive place to live and explore. Her dad, Brien still lives there and they still consider to be “home”. Marie has worked in land use planning in local government environments and today, runs her own small GIS company in Mirror Lake. She is an explorer at heart, finding joy and peace in the landscapes around her, with her dog at her side. She is passionate about the health and longevity of the community and its residents. -
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Erin Harmston
CO-SECRETARY
West Kootenay born and raised, Erin lives in Rossland with her partner and fellow board member, Eric van Dyk. She works in the lab at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital and in her free time you will likely find her and her partner skiing, biking, hiking, or relaxing at the lake lot. -
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Eric van Dyk
DIRECTOR
Eric grew up on Vancouver Island and spent many summers at Loki Lots, where his family has been a part of the community since the very beginning. Eric has made the Kootenays his home now, living in Rossland with his wife Erin. Loki Lots is their second home and they can often been found (or not) fishing the lake or traipsing around the local backcountry.
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Melody Kennedy
CO-SECRETARY
The History of Loki Lots
Loki Lots has been shaped by the people who have lived here and cared for the land over time. The community has long hosted a strong French Canadian presence, which helped form the close knit, cooperative culture that still defines Loki Lots today.
Well before the land was formally purchased in the early 2000s, residents worked together to maintain roads, water systems, and shared spaces. In 2001, the existing community came together to purchase the property from the original property manager, Len Greensword, and formally establish Loki Lots as a corporation, carrying forward a long standing tradition of shared responsibility and mutual support.
