Basin residents have told us that high-speed internet is important to them. This is why one of our strategic priorities is to make high-speed internet connectivity available throughout the region. We are working toward this through our wholly owned subsidiary, the Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation.
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What's New
Funding Secured to Expand Broadband Network November 25, 2021 - The Trust collaborates with several partners on fibre optic projects worth $7.6M Funding of $7.6 million has been secured to expand Columbia Basin Trust’s regional fibre optic network between Fruitvale and Nelson and between Kimberley and Wasa. Permitting and other […]
The Trust Releases New Strategic Plan November 4, 2020 - Based on input from people and communities in the region, Columbia Basin Trust has finalized a strategic plan that will guide its activities over the next two years. 
Basin Households Benefit from Improved Internet Services September 18, 2020 - 2,534 households in the Basin have improved internet services thanks to upgrade projects this spring Over 2,500 households in several small and rural Basin communities now have enhanced internet services as a result of projects completed quickly this spring in […]View all Broadband articles.
Our Work
How can I find out about getting higher-speed internet access to my home or business?
Your local internet service provider can tell you how you can access the network. We do most of our work behind the scenes, which means we generally don’t deal directly with end users. Learn more here.
I’m an internet Service Provider: How can you help my business?
We work with service providers in several ways to help them deliver service to their customers. Learn more here or contact Kaleigh Buchanan.
Strategy
High-speed Connectivity
Increase reliable, affordable, high-speed connectivity in the Basin with an emphasis on underserved rural areas.
Objectives
- Expand the physical fibre optic network.
- Increase usage of the existing network.
- Obtain grants from other entities such as provincial or federal governments.
Desired Outcomes
- The Trust’s fibre optic network is expanded to underserved areas.
- Rural internet service providers are supported in providing high quality and affordable services.
- There is increased connection to fibre from both residential and commercial users.
- Explore partnerships to develop last mile networks in Basin communities.
- The Trust and its partners are prepared to quickly take advantage of funding opportunities from provincial and federal governments.
Contact
Jill McIntosh
Business Services Coordinator, Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation
jmcintosh@ourtrust.org
250.304.1627
Location: Castlegar
