Supporting the ideas and efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin
Columbia Basin Trust is partnering with CityWest to transfer ownership and operations of its broadband network assets, ensuring long-term management of the Basin’s fibre optic network by an experienced telecommunications provider. The network will continue to operate on an open-access […]
Wildfires are a recurring risk in the Columbia Basin, making local preparedness essential to protecting people, homes and critical infrastructure. To support that effort— particularly in small and First Nations communities—Columbia Basin Trust is providing nearly $1.4 million for 32 […]
Basin communities are taking steps to strengthen their ability to respond to the impacts of climate change with support from Columbia Basin Trust by creating more resilient outdoor spaces and environments. Through the Climate Adapted Community Spaces Grants program, the […]
Libraries across British Columbia are working to ensure everyone can access information, ideas and services. Building on this commitment, 13 public libraries in the Columbia Basin are receiving more than $990,000 from Columbia Basin Trust to complete projects that reduce […]
Communities and organizations across the Columbia Basin are taking action to make their buildings and operations more energy efficient, more resilient to climate change and lower in greenhouse gas emissions, with support from Columbia Basin Trust. “Non-profit organizations are essential […]
Affordable rental housing around the Basin will soon benefit from upgrades that enhance livability and emergency preparedness. Partnering with non-profit housing societies and other organizations, Columbia Basin Trust is investing nearly $3.3 million to make multi-unit rental homes more welcoming, […]
