Supporting the ideas and efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin
On January 18 the Ktunaxa Nation Council announced the success of their 30 year-long effort to ensure Qat’muk in the Central Purcell Mountains remain protected for future generations as an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area. Privately held interests and tenures […]
Thirty-one projects that aim to improve quality of life in the Columbia Basin, focus on children’s development and strengthen social service organizations are receiving nearly $680,000 from Columbia Basin Trust’s Social Grants program. “Alongside many community organizations in the region, […]
2019 Board of Directors: (back row from left to right) Don McCormick, Owen Torgerson, Krista Turcasso, Murray McConnachie, Corky Evans, (front row from left to right) David Raven, Carol Andrews, Ron Ozsust, Larry Binks, Jocelyn Carver, Rick Jensen. Missing from […]
A new campus-based child care centre at Selkirk College will provide 24 much needed spaces for children, allowing parents attending the college to focus on their school work. The college is receiving almost $1.2 million through the Childcare BC New […]
A new affordable housing project led by Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services (ASLCS) is underway in Nakusp. The project will see the creation of 10 new affordable rental units for individuals, seniors and families. From left to right: Guy […]
This coming year the Trust is turning 25. It’s a chance to celebrate all that we have been able to accomplish together with people and communities. It’s also a time to recognize and honour those who saw an opportunity in […]
