News & Stories - Page 63 - Columbia Basin Trust

July 21, 2023 • 4 minutes

Blewett farm grows food access

Faced with the challenge of retaining staff for seasonal work, Bent Plow Farm was in search of a solution. The Trust subsidized their intern Sarah's salary and now she has a permanent role as Lead Farm Hand.

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July 27, 2023 • 3 minutes

Funding helps new arts and culture projects take root

From Métis jewellery to weaved portraits, and tango dance to burlesque, artists and organizations around the Columbia Basin are undertaking exciting projects that add colour, energy and vitality to this […]

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August 10, 2023 • 3 minutes

Growing as leaders—while having a great time

Youth Leadership Summit participants were empowered to network and get out of their comfort zone in workshops, activities, games and guest presentations that built foundational leadership skills.

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August 16, 2023 • 2 minutes

Provide feedback on the Trust’s draft Plan

Columbia Basin Trust asks Basin residents to comment on draft Columbia Basin Management Plan Focus Areas Columbia Basin Trust is inviting the public to provide feedback on its draft Plan—located […]

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August 23, 2023 • 2 minutes

A vibrant park, an active wonderland

A major expansion at the Golden freeride park is transforming the park block into a space that is open, accessible and used by a full spectrum of people.

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September 1, 2023 • 3 minutes

Trust Releases 2022/23 Annual Report

With solid performance of its investments, Columbia Basin Trust was able to deliver $82.2 million in direct benefits to the Basin. Results are now available in its 2022/23 Annual Service […]

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September 5, 2023 • 3 minutes

Strengthening the Basin’s Early Childhood Educator workforce

Improved child care options help local businesses prosper, as parents are able to work knowing their children are safe and thriving.

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September 7, 2023 • 2 minutes

Even more of the Basin to access high-speed Internet

Funding announced for a multi-year project to improve connectivity for 5,429 rural households Funding has been announced for rural communities and areas in the Columbia Basin—encompassing 5,429 homes—to create access […]

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