Supporting the ideas and efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin
A submarine fibre optic cable expands the reach of high-speed Internet The lakes and rivers of the Columbia Basin have connected the people of our region for centuries. These days, these waterways have become a new means of connection: as […]
Columbia Basin Trust envisions a region where all Basin residents thrive – having their basic needs met, experiencing a sense of belonging and getting support when they need it. We’ve built this into our Social Strategic Plan, with an objective […]
On November 29 and 30, 2017, come to Invermere to join the dialogue that will envision creating a water monitoring framework and a shared, open-source water data hub in the Basin. The event is hosted by Living Lakes Canada, the […]
Over 140 arts, culture and heritage projects—including the Columbia Basin Culture Tour—have received a total of $706,000 in funding support for the 2017-18 season through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA), in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust. “It’s exciting to […]
Thanks to a wage subsidy, an electrical company powers up its staff. When business is busy, Aaron Lucke, owner of Wynndel Electric, needs a hand—but doesn’t have time to train a new apprentice. During his quieter season, Lucke has time—but […]
Basin residents have told us that having opportunities to get active and lead more healthy lifestyles is important to them. That’s why we’ve made Recreation and Physical Activity a strategic priority. One of the ways we are addressing this priority […]
