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 will support communities across the Northeast Basin—including Valemount, Field, the […]
Two New Programs Support the Region’s Food Supply
*Some programs mentioned in this article may no longer be accepting applications. Visit our grants directory for active programming. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of a reliable food supply and has increased the demand for locally grown products. […]
New Long-term Care Options for Seniors Now Open in Cranbrook
Seniors in the Cranbrook area now have expanded access to long-term care with the opening of 36 new long-term care units at Golden Life Management’s Kootenay Street Village. The first residents began moving into their new homes this week. There […]
It’s Official!
Last week, Minister Katrine Conroy viewed new owner signage at the Waneta Expansion Generating Station. The deal to purchase Fortis Inc.’s original 51% interest in the project closed on April 16, 2019 restoring ownership to the originally mandated 50/50 Columbia […]
Trust, Columbia Power Purchase Waneta Expansion
Columbia Basin Trust and Columbia Power Corporation announced today they have entered into an agreement with Fortis Inc. to purchase its 51 per cent interest in the Waneta Expansion hydroelectric generating facility located near Trail, B.C. for $991 million. “We […]
Trust and Red Mountain Constructing Hostel, Nowhere Special
Columbia Basin Trust and RED Mountain constructing a modern hostel only minutes from the chairlift. (Rossland) – After a season of serious excitement, RED Mountain Resort, in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust, has yet another exciting announcement: It’s called Nowhere […]