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Fibre-optic transport enables high-speed internet from Trail to Nelson
June 13, 2024 • 2 minutes

Fibre-optic transport enables high-speed internet from Trail to Nelson

A newly completed fibre-optic network between Trail and Nelson via Salmo will help increase capacity for the development of connectivity networks within the region. The project is being led by […]

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Deconstruction of white grain elevator to begin
June 17, 2024 • 4 minutes

Deconstruction of white grain elevator to begin

Trust addresses safety risks while salvaging materials to preserve history (Creston) – Columbia Basin Trust has made the difficult decision to deconstruct the white grain elevator in Creston. While the […]

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Season 3 of the Headwaters Podcast Launching this Summer
June 20, 2024 • 2 minutes

Season 3 of the Headwaters Podcast Launching this Summer

Season 3 episodes will be available starting in the summer Kootenay Mountain Culture Productions, in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust, is excited to announce that it will release the third […]

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New Community Liaison enhances support for Southwest Basin
July 18, 2024 • 2 minutes

New Community Liaison enhances support for Southwest Basin

Aron Burke joins Columbia Basin Trust as a Community Liaison Aron Burke, a new yet familiar face in the West Kootenay, has joined Columbia Basin Trust as a Community Liaison. […]

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New Community Liaison Brings Expertise to East Kootenay
August 6, 2024 • 3 minutes

New Community Liaison Brings Expertise to East Kootenay

James Woodall brings social work background and nonprofit experience to role Columbia Basin Trust welcomes James Woodall to its Community Liaison team. With 12 years of experience running a non-profit, […]

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Projects Highlight Basin Arts and Culture
September 4, 2024 • 2 minutes

Projects Highlight Basin Arts and Culture

Around the Columbia Basin, artists and arts and culture organizations have exciting plans when it comes to creating and sharing art, music, theatre and much more. Through funding from Columbia […]

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Trust Releases 2023/24 Annual Report
September 9, 2024 • 3 minutes

Trust Releases 2023/24 Annual Report

Over the past year, Columbia Basin Trust has worked with residents across the Basin to deliver $80.8 million in direct benefits to communities. Of this, $53.1 million was distributed through […]

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More Affordable Homes Open in New Denver
September 13, 2024 • 3 minutes

More Affordable Homes Open in New Denver

Families and seniors in New Denver have access to 10 new affordable rental homes, with the opening of the Osprey Residence. Located on 602 Slocan Ave., the two-storey building provides […]

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Sparwood Food Bank Relocates to New Home
September 20, 2024 • 2 minutes

Sparwood Food Bank Relocates to New Home

The Sparwood Food Bank is excited to announce it is relocation to a new facility at 114 Centennial Street in Sparwood. This move marks a significant milestone in their mission […]

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Contractor Hired to Deconstruct White Grain Elevator
November 15, 2024 • 2 minutes

Contractor Hired to Deconstruct White Grain Elevator

Columbia Basin Trust has hired Phoenix Enterprises Ltd. to begin the careful and complex deconstruction of the white grain elevator in Creston, starting November 18. The deconstruction process will ensure […]

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Solar Power Shines on Affordable Housing
December 2, 2024 • 3 minutes

Solar Power Shines on Affordable Housing

Families and seniors in nine affordable housing buildings across seven Columbia Basin communities will soon enjoy clean, renewable energy. Supported by nearly $600,000 from Columbia Basin Trust, these buildings are […]

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Expanding and Enhancing Child Care
December 16, 2024 • 3 minutes

Expanding and Enhancing Child Care

From kids’ bikes and storage cubbies to microwaves and fire alarm systems, child care providers across the Columbia Basin are enhancing their facilities with nearly $112,000 in support from Columbia […]

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