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Forging a bright future
September 5, 2024 • 1 minute

Forging a bright future

The Selkirk College Blacksmithing and Metal Art Program received a recent upgrade with the installation of four new state-of-the-art forges.

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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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Basin groups make climate-positive moves
September 11, 2024 • 2 minutes

Basin groups make climate-positive moves

Groups of all sizes are acting now to make the Basin more resilient to climate change while mitigating and adapting to its impacts.

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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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RFP Issued For New Permanent Office in Nakusp
September 16, 2024 • 3 minutes

RFP Issued For New Permanent Office in Nakusp

Columbia Basin Trust is excited to announce the launch of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the construction of a new, permanent office at 83 & 85 Nelson Avenue N, […]

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Ready, set, prevent
September 17, 2024 • 3 minutes

Ready, set, prevent

Organizations throughout the Basin are implementing a variety of strategies to manage wildfire risk. These proactive measures aim to prevent wildfires when possible and respond effectively to contain and extinguish them quickly, thereby minimizing damage and enhancing community resilience.

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Rotary Lakeside Park in Nelson becomes more accessible
September 19, 2024 • 2 minutes

Rotary Lakeside Park in Nelson becomes more accessible

This summer, the Rotary Club of Nelson installed a long, blue path that leads to the lake, suitable for people in wheelchairs, or even families with strollers.

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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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A wetland gets vital attention
October 29, 2024 • 3 minutes

A wetland gets vital attention

Restoring, protecting and speaking up for the land is at the heart of a five-year project being implemented by the Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it First Nation, focused on the northern portion of Shottanana Lake.

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Powering Fauquier’s Future
November 6, 2024 • 3 minutes

Powering Fauquier’s Future

The Fauquier Community Club has taken action to upgrade its well-used community hall, ensuring it’s prepared for future emergencies while reducing its environmental footprint and operational costs.

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Sparwood Food Bank finds a forever home
November 13, 2024 • 5 minutes

Sparwood Food Bank finds a forever home

Dedicated to serving the needs of their community, this spring the Sparwood Food Bank needed to find a new location fast. With support from the Trust, the food bank has found a permanent home to call their own.

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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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