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Powering Through Outages In Seniors’ Housing
April 10, 2025 • 2 minutes

Powering Through Outages In Seniors’ Housing

Seniors’ housing facilities around the Basin will soon be better equipped to ensure safety and comfort during prolonged power disruptions. Columbia Basin Trust is supporting organizations in rural communities that […]

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Explore Local Climate Trends and Solutions
April 14, 2025 • 2 minutes

Explore Local Climate Trends and Solutions

As the impacts of climate change become more evident, building climate resilience is essential for the future of the Columbia Basin. To support residents and communities in taking action and […]

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Upgrades Reduce Barriers To Play For Children
April 24, 2025 • 3 minutes

Upgrades Reduce Barriers To Play For Children

Children and families will soon have more ways to enjoy local indoor and outdoor recreation. With support from Columbia Basin Trust, parks and facilities in 25 communities are being upgraded […]

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Affordable, Accessible Homes Open in Elkford
May 27, 2025 • 2 minutes

Affordable, Accessible Homes Open in Elkford

Seniors and people living with disabilities in Elkford now have access to 25 new, affordable rental homes with the opening of a new development. “These new homes will make a […]

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New Community Liaison for Northeast Basin
June 10, 2025 • 2 minutes

New Community Liaison for Northeast Basin

Ben Gadd is bringing a strong connection to the region and a passion for collaboration to his new role as Community Liaison with Columbia Basin Trust. Based in Golden, Ben […]

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Basin Festival Grants Support Summer Celebrations
June 23, 2025 • 3 minutes

Basin Festival Grants Support Summer Celebrations

People across the Columbia Basin will be gathering this summer to enjoy music, performance and creativity at a wide range of local arts and cultural festivals. These events are cherished […]

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Energy Upgrades Cut Costs, Emissions in Non-Profit Housing
July 23, 2025 • 3 minutes

Energy Upgrades Cut Costs, Emissions in Non-Profit Housing

Affordable rental housing in the Columbia Basin is becoming more sustainable and climate-resilient thanks to clean energy upgrades at 69 buildings comprising 1,097 units. These buildings, owned by non-profit housing […]

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Columbia Basin Trust Releases 2024/25 Annual Report 
September 3, 2025 • 2 minutes

Columbia Basin Trust Releases 2024/25 Annual Report 

Columbia Basin Trust has released its Annual Service Plan Report. In 2024/25, the Trust generated $101 million in revenues from its investments in hydropower, commercial real estate and other holdings, […]

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Affordable, Accessible Homes Open for Seniors in Valemount
September 12, 2025 • 2 minutes

Affordable, Accessible Homes Open for Seniors in Valemount

Seniors, including those with mobility challenges, are moving into 18 affordable, accessible homes close to services and amenities in Valemount, helping them stay connected to the community they know and […]

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Another Great Year of Basin Arts and Culture
October 7, 2025 • 4 minutes

Another Great Year of Basin Arts and Culture

It could entail producing a graphic novel, citing Shakespeare or demonstrating circus skills—there are myriad ways to get people in the Columbia Basin engaged in arts and culture. To this […]

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30 Young Leaders Recognized Across the Basin
October 6, 2025 • 2 minutes

30 Young Leaders Recognized Across the Basin

The 30 Under 30 campaign, presented in partnership by JCI Kootenay and Columbia Basin Trust (the Trust), honoured 30 young leaders and changemakers from across the Columbia Basin for their […]

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Enhancing Livability and Emergency Readiness in Affordable Housing
October 27, 2025 • 4 minutes

Enhancing Livability and Emergency Readiness in Affordable Housing

Affordable rental housing around the Basin will soon benefit from upgrades that enhance livability and emergency preparedness. Partnering with non-profit housing societies and other organizations, Columbia Basin Trust is investing […]

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