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Enhancements focus on ecosystem health
February 28, 2024 • 4 minutes

Enhancements focus on ecosystem health

Four new in-depth projects receive support from Columbia Basin Trust Making changes to ecosystems in the Columbia Basin takes time, which is why four organizations are undertaking long-term projects to […]

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A mushroom enthusiast grows his business
February 27, 2024 • 4 minutes

A mushroom enthusiast grows his business

Accessing the Trust's Food Producer Wage Subsidy Program has helped Robin Mercy of Mr. Mercy's Mushrooms in Kaslo hire the people he needs to meet a growing demand for his locally grown delicacies.

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New Members Join Columbia Basin Trust Board
February 26, 2024 • 3 minutes

New Members Join Columbia Basin Trust Board

The Trust welcomes representatives from Nelson, Nakusp and Cranbrook Three new members are joining the Board of Directors of Columbia Basin Trust, becoming part of the 12-member Board which helps […]

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The Trust focuses on a healthy, resilient future
February 21, 2024 • 4 minutes

The Trust focuses on a healthy, resilient future

Columbia Basin Trust releases new plan; celebrates results of residents’ efforts in last strategic plan In its aim to support people and communities in the Columbia Basin, Columbia Basin Trust […]

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Promoting safety, independence and calm
February 20, 2024 • 4 minutes

Promoting safety, independence and calm

New amenities like loungers and an entranceway shoe rack are helping to make an environment that's cozier and calmer while supporting comfort, safety and healthy childhood development.

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Educational wildfire films create new jobs
February 14, 2024 • 4 minutes

Educational wildfire films create new jobs

The Harrop‐Procter Community Co‐operative created four educational films on wildfire risk reduction with the goal of attracting and keeping the interest of an audience spanning the entire province of BC and beyond, all while creating jobs for professionals in the arts sector.

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Non-profits get climate-smart
February 13, 2024 • 3 minutes

Non-profits get climate-smart

29 projects receive support from Columbia Basin Trust Twenty-nine non-profit organizations in the Columbia Basin are undertaking projects to reduce their energy use, create fewer greenhouse gases and adapt to […]

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Farms get support to face climate change
February 8, 2024 • 4 minutes

Farms get support to face climate change

Columbia Basin Trust helps 26 farms reduce their impacts and improve their outlook The Columbia Basin benefits from the wide range of food that is grown right in the region. […]

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Valemount’s new bus keeps the community rolling
February 6, 2024 • 4 minutes

Valemount’s new bus keeps the community rolling

The Valemount Community Bus Society recently invested in a new passenger bus that is now on the move, connecting seniors, youth, and children to the places and outings they love.

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The Heart: a welcoming place for East Shore residents 
January 30, 2024 • 4 minutes

The Heart: a welcoming place for East Shore residents 

Now a community-purpose building, The Heart is at the centre of the Boswell’s community life, welcoming residents to meetings, events, workshops, programs, performances, and readings as well as providing a small museum and library.

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Firesmart activities come to more Basin communities 
January 25, 2024 • 4 minutes

Firesmart activities come to more Basin communities 

A Province/Trust partnership provides nearly $1.8 million to 11 local projects From educating residents on how to lower the risk of wildfire, to reducing the amount of vegetation that could […]

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Salmo Ski Hill: a beacon of affordable winter fun
January 23, 2024 • 3 minutes

Salmo Ski Hill: a beacon of affordable winter fun

Recent energy retrofit upgrades at the Salmo Ski Hill lodge and patrol building, breathe new life into original structures from the 1960s and enhance energy efficiency to cut operational costs.

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