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The Three E’s of Going Solar
September 17, 2018 • 4 minutes

The Three E’s of Going Solar

“We have all this wonderful sun in the Kootenays. Why not make use of it?” So says Lynda McNutt, resident of the small community of Edgewood and President of the Edgewood Volunteer Fire Department Society.

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Strengthening its Foundation
September 17, 2018 • 3 minutes

Strengthening its Foundation

The hand-drawn poster is colourful. In large letters it reads: Thank you to the Elk Valley Thrift Shop!

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Meeting Child Care Needs
September 17, 2018 • 4 minutes

Meeting Child Care Needs

Corner Stones Child Care Centre in Revelstoke is a busy hub for child care and child health activities. 

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Making Space for Arts and Culture
September 17, 2018 • 3 minutes

Making Space for Arts and Culture

From a colourful splash of paint, to the strum of a guitar, to the projection of an actor’s voice, arts and culture are essential elements in keeping Basin communities vibrant and exciting.

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Building a Sustainable Future
September 17, 2018 • 6 minutes

Building a Sustainable Future

The Basin is home to a rich and diverse Indigenous peoples’ history, heritage and cultures.

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Then, Now and Next
September 17, 2018 • 2 minutes

Then, Now and Next

Wooden grain elevators are a Canadian symbol. Unfortunately the grain elevators are rapidly disappearing.

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Helping Residents Become Employed
September 18, 2018 • 2 minutes

Helping Residents Become Employed

“I’m happily employed,” says Winlaw resident and logging truck driver Alfred Moore. This is something he couldn’t say often back when he was working in the construction industry.

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Stimulating Business Success
September 18, 2018 • 3 minutes

Stimulating Business Success

Cronometer is a nutrition and fitness app that Aaron Davidson created in 2005 to keep track of his own habits.

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Seniors Beat the Heat Affordably
September 18, 2018 • 4 minutes

Seniors Beat the Heat Affordably

Erickson Golden Manor is more than simply an apartment building in Creston for low-income seniors.

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Safeguarding Against Wildfire
September 19, 2018 • 4 minutes

Safeguarding Against Wildfire

The threat of wildfires is real and present in the Basin, and the City of Fernie is very aware of its vulnerability—the entire community was destroyed by wildfire on August 1, 1908.

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Giving Business a Boost
September 19, 2018 • 6 minutes

Giving Business a Boost

Purchasing a business, expanding one or implementing other major changes often requires financial support. Like other traditional lenders, the Trust welcomes smart investment opportunities.

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Basin Businesses Get Support to Grow
September 19, 2018 • 3 minutes

Basin Businesses Get Support to Grow

Trust seeking motivated companies for customized support and mentorship program Businesses poised for significant growth can now get assistance to realize their vision through a new accelerator program being offered […]

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