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Kimberley Embraces Technology
September 20, 2019 • 2 minutes

Kimberley Embraces Technology

Down on the carpet—parts, tools and blueprints laid out—the children carefully assemble the pieces. They’re at the Kimberley Public Library but their activity isn’t book-related. Rather, they’re building do-it-yourself computers.

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A Fun Ride for All Abilities
September 20, 2019 • 5 minutes

A Fun Ride for All Abilities

Adaptive trails in Nakusp and Fernie spread the joy of outdoor physical activity.

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Road Map for the Future
September 18, 2019 • 2 minutes

Road Map for the Future

The Radium Library tackles big ideas.

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Outdoor Gathering Spaces Enhanced
September 17, 2019 • 4 minutes

Outdoor Gathering Spaces Enhanced

Outdoor public spaces like parks, downtown cores and waterfronts will become even more welcoming as 12 communities receive over $1.9 million to create, restore or enhance these locations. The funding comes from Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Outdoor Revitalization Grants.

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CKCA 2019-20 Funded Projects
September 13, 2019 • 2 minutes

CKCA 2019-20 Funded Projects

Over 150 arts and culture projects—including the Columbia Basin Culture Tour—have received a total of $750,000 in funding support for the 2019-20 season through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA), […]

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Local Climate Info Now Online
September 11, 2019 • 3 minutes

Local Climate Info Now Online

There’s a new online source for people seeking easy-to-understand information on climate change specific to communities throughout the Columbia Basin and Boundary regions. The Columbia Basin Climate Source website—basinclimatesource.ca— was […]

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Trust Hosting AGM & BBQ In Creston
September 10, 2019 • 2 minutes

Trust Hosting AGM & BBQ In Creston

Mark your calendars! Columbia Basin Trust is hosting its annual general meeting and community barbecue in Creston on September 20. “Each year the Trust hosts its AGM and BBQ in […]

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Ride, Hike, Run – Enhancing Basin Trails
August 29, 2019 • 5 minutes

Ride, Hike, Run – Enhancing Basin Trails

Walk, bike, hike, run or however you enjoy the front or backcountry, trails are critical for recreation. Around the Basin, 25 projects will be adding to or improving the region’s […]

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Over 80 Years Strong
August 28, 2019 • 2 minutes

Over 80 Years Strong

From electricity to education, a group’s efforts help Grasmere flourish.

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Finding Community and Confidence
August 16, 2019 • 4 minutes

Finding Community and Confidence

Youth from around the Basin may have a lot in common, from favourite video games, to shared hobbies, to wanting to see the same changes in their communities.

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Improving Flood Resiliency in Several Basin Communities
August 15, 2019 • 4 minutes

Improving Flood Resiliency in Several Basin Communities

Several Columbia Basin communities will soon have newly acquired, state-of-the-art data that will help them work toward reducing the risks and impacts associated with flooding. This is thanks to a […]

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Helping Basin Communities Prepare for Interface Wildfire
August 8, 2019 • 3 minutes

Helping Basin Communities Prepare for Interface Wildfire

2017 and 2018 saw extreme wildfire activity with a record number of fires across BC and in the Basin. Through its Community Wildfire Education Grants the Trust is supporting the […]

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