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Adapting Community Tree Management to Climate Change
June 4, 2020 • 1 minute

Adapting Community Tree Management to Climate Change

A new guidebook for local governments, First Nation communities and regional districts in the Basin has been developed to provide community leaders with best practices and guidance to help urban […]

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Trust Partners with Nature Conservancy to Help Protect Habitat in East Kootenay
June 4, 2020 • 2 minutes

Trust Partners with Nature Conservancy to Help Protect Habitat in East Kootenay

The Nature Conservancy of Canada’s (NCC) Kootenay River Ranch Conservation Area in the East Kootenay just got bigger. The addition of 260 hectares (637 acres) will enhance conservation efforts in […]

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New Research Available: Columbia Basin Glaciers
June 3, 2020 • 2 minutes

New Research Available: Columbia Basin Glaciers

After a five-year study, the Canadian Columbia Basin Glacier and Snow Research Network is releasing the ’Glaciers in the Canadian Columbia Basin’ Technical Report. Read the Summary or Technical Report.

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A Nelson Business Overcomes Growing Pains
May 13, 2020 • 3 minutes

A Nelson Business Overcomes Growing Pains

Some of North Mountain Construction’s work is highly visible in Nelson, including the new Kootenay Co-op building and the Savoy Hotel.

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Raw Success
May 7, 2020 • 3 minutes

Raw Success

A passion for pet health and happiness inspires a booming raw pet food business.

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Two New Programs Support the Region’s Food Supply
April 30, 2020 • 2 minutes

Two New Programs Support the Region’s Food Supply

*Some programs mentioned in this article may no longer be accepting applications. Visit our grants directory for active programming. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of a reliable food […]

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More Support for Vital Services
April 23, 2020 • 3 minutes

More Support for Vital Services

People in the Columbia Basin are continuing to experience the broad and serious impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. To provide immediate support, Columbia Basin Trust announced $11.7 million in funding […]

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Outdoor Revitalization Projects Moving Forward
April 20, 2020 • 4 minutes

Outdoor Revitalization Projects Moving Forward

Outdoor public spaces help make the Columbia Basin welcoming and vibrant. This summer eleven communities will be creating or reinvigorating these spaces. When physical distancing measures are lifted, these spaces […]

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Columbia Basin Trust Helps Communities Address Pandemic’s Impacts
April 2, 2020 • 2 minutes

Columbia Basin Trust Helps Communities Address Pandemic’s Impacts

People in the Columbia Basin are experiencing the broad and serious impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Columbia Basin Trust is announcing $11.7 million in new funding to provide immediate support. […]

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Postponed: Columbia Basin Trust Community Engagement
March 21, 2020 • 2 minutes

Postponed: Columbia Basin Trust Community Engagement

In response to COVID-19, Columbia Basin Trust is postponing the public engagement process to renew its strategic plan, including community meetings scheduled this spring and the two regional Symposia this […]

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Letter to Residents, Communities and Partners Regarding COVID-19 Response
March 16, 2020 • 2 minutes

Letter to Residents, Communities and Partners Regarding COVID-19 Response

Message of Support from the CEO: As the impacts of COVID-19 continue to unfold, we want to take this opportunity to share our commitment to provide support during this uncertain […]

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Community Buildings Get Energy Wise
March 13, 2020 • 4 minutes

Community Buildings Get Energy Wise

Twenty-eight buildings in 19 communities are undertaking projects to generate energy, increase energy efficiency and sustainability, and reduce energy costs. The projects are being supported by over $800,000 from Columbia Basin Trust’s Energy Sustainability Grants.

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