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Birch & Lace: Building a Purpose-Driven Business in Revelstoke
May 23, 2025 • 3 minutes

Birch & Lace: Building a Purpose-Driven Business in Revelstoke

Sara Sansom, founder and director at Birch & Lace Hair Company in Revelstoke, recently bolstered her business knowledge by taking part in the Trust's Basin Business Advisors program.

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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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Four Students Awarded 2025 Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship
June 13, 2025 • 4 minutes

Four Students Awarded 2025 Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship

Each year, the Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship recognizes Columbia Basin students who have overcome adversity to pursue their educational and career goals. This year, Gorvansh Kapoor of Trail, Alysha Jones […]

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Nominations Open for “30 Under 30” Campaign
June 17, 2025 • 2 minutes

Nominations Open for “30 Under 30” Campaign

JCI Kootenay, in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust, is launching 30 Under 30—a campaign recognizing 30 inspiring individuals aged 30 and under who are making a meaningful difference across the […]

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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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A River Transformed, A Region United
July 9, 2025 • 5 minutes

A River Transformed, A Region United

30 years ago the Columbia Basin Trust Act was signed into law.

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Season four of the Headwaters Podcast launches July 24
July 21, 2025 • 2 minutes

Season four of the Headwaters Podcast launches July 24

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, be sure to tune into wherever you get your podcasts for the first three episodes of The Headwaters’ fourth season. For new listeners, The Headwaters […]

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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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Kaslo’s Outdoor Revival
July 23, 2025 • 4 minutes

Kaslo’s Outdoor Revival

Kaslo's public spaces, from their sidewalks and trails to their parks and waterfront, energize community life for residents and attract visitors from near and far.

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Columbia Basin Trust to Directly Develop Multi-unit Housing
August 26, 2025 • 2 minutes

Columbia Basin Trust to Directly Develop Multi-unit Housing

Columbia Basin Trust is increasing its support for housing by taking the lead in constructing multi-unit residential projects in the region. This expanded approach will help address shortages across the […]

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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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