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Taking Aim at Wildfire
June 6, 2022 • 3 minutes

Taking Aim at Wildfire

As the days warm up and the wildfire season approaches, communities and groups in the Columbia Basin can access new supports for their efforts to protect people and the places […]

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Farewell to Lynda Lafleur
June 3, 2022 • 2 minutes

Farewell to Lynda Lafleur

Over the past 15 years, Lynda Lafleur has been on the road, A LOT. As the Trust’s Community Liaison serving the northern Basin—now heading into retirement—her commitment to meeting people […]

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New Community Liaison in Northern Basin
June 2, 2022 • 2 minutes

New Community Liaison in Northern Basin

Angie Elsmore keen to support efforts in smaller, rural communities Angie Elsmore is Columbia Basin Trust’s newest Community Liaison. With experience in education, project development and organizational operations, Elsmore is […]

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Child Care Improvements Across The Basin
May 31, 2022 • 4 minutes

Child Care Improvements Across The Basin

Child care providers across the Basin are getting a boost from Columbia Basin Trust to increase access to child care and make improvements to their facilities by expanding the number […]

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Kootenay Mountain Culture Magazine and Columbia Basin Trust Launch a New Podcast Called ‘The Headwaters’
May 26, 2022 • 2 minutes

Kootenay Mountain Culture Magazine and Columbia Basin Trust Launch a New Podcast Called ‘The Headwaters’

First three episodes now available online. The Headwaters: Stories from the Source is a new podcast that showcases the creativity, spectacular places, and innovative thinking in the Columbia Basin. Brought […]

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New affordable homes open in Invermere
May 25, 2022 • 2 minutes

New affordable homes open in Invermere

Thirty new affordable rental homes are available for families, seniors, and women and children leaving violence in Invermere. “We wish the new residents a sense of comfort and safety in […]

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Kootenay families benefit from new child care spaces
May 2, 2022 • 2 minutes

Kootenay families benefit from new child care spaces

More parents in the Kootenays will be able to pursue work, school and other opportunities while knowing their children are cared for as the Trust, in partnership with the Province, […]

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Ten new affordable homes coming to Kaslo
April 29, 2022 • 2 minutes

Ten new affordable homes coming to Kaslo

Construction is underway on 10 new affordable rental homes in Kaslo for families with low and moderate incomes, seniors, individuals and people living with disabilities. Located at 334 A Ave., Pennylane Apartments will […]

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Large-scale Projects Support Ecosystem Health
April 25, 2022 • 5 minutes

Large-scale Projects Support Ecosystem Health

Forests, wetlands and riparian areas are among the habitats that will benefit from several projects that are focusing on ensuring healthy, diverse and functioning ecosystems in the Columbia Basin. “The […]

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Energy Retrofits in Community Buildings
April 13, 2022 • 3 minutes

Energy Retrofits in Community Buildings

Fourteen projects target sustainability and energy efficiency with Trust support Community purpose buildings in 12 communities will be more sustainable, safer, and energy-efficient for Basin residents. The energy retrofits and […]

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New Community Liaison Eager to Connect
April 12, 2022 • 2 minutes

New Community Liaison Eager to Connect

Patrick Checknita to support community efforts in the west. As Columbia Basin Trust’s newest Community Liaison, Patrick Checknita will be connecting with communities in the western Columbia Basin to introduce […]

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Communities Target Climate Resilience
March 30, 2022 • 3 minutes

Communities Target Climate Resilience

Eight projects help communities address climate change with support from the Trust. Whether they’re enabling the public to use electric cars or promoting clean energy, eight projects are helping Columbia […]

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