Supporting the ideas and efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin
New affordable rental housing is coming for families, seniors, individuals and people living with disabilities in Castlegar as construction has started on 13 new homes in the community. Construction is expected to be complete in late 2024. “Residents and communities […]
Seniors in Valemount will have access to 18 new affordable rental homes in the coming year, all of which will be accessible for people with increased mobility requirements, as the Ash Street project gets underway. “We continue to hear from […]
First three episodes now available online The paranormal, trees, and tall tales of the Basin are just three of the topics tackled in season two of The Headwaters: Stories from the Source. Brought to you by Columbia Basin Trust and […]
Trust supports 12 projects that increase ability to respond to wildfires From buying portable water tanks and equipment trailers, to providing specialized training and gear to their wildfire-fighting crews, 12 small communities and First Nations are taking action to reduce […]
17 projects help the Basin become more sustainable Communities are reducing operating costs and gaining efficiencies while working toward their climate resiliency goals. Seventeen projects are underway to make Basin communities more sustainable, with the support of Columbia Basin Trust. […]
20 projects target wildfire through a Province/Trust partnership Twenty communities and organizations around the Columbia Basin are increasing their capacity to prepare for and reduce the chances a wildfire will occur, spread and cause damage. To do so, they’re receiving […]
