Community members pitch in to upgrade an important amenity. Hockey pucks thwack as they hit the ice and ricochet off the newly installed galvanized steel-framed…
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Laying the groundwork for a better digital future
Two new projects support reliable, affordable, high-speed connectivity in the Basin. While out enjoying the Slocan Valley Rail Trail in summer 2021, you might have…
New festival showcasing local products and services
Local entrepreneurs and businesses LIVE on Facebook March 23 to April 27 Mark your calendars! Columbia Basin Trust is partnering with Festival Seekers to host…
Teenagers, bugs and watersheds
By Lorene Keitch Jessie Caza stands at the front of the class, mask on. A classroom of Grade 9 students squirm and fidget as the…
Internet speed tests still available for some residents
There is still time for residents in select East Kootenay communities to be able to test their internet speed courtesy Columbia Basin Trust. Panorama Mountain…
Nelson to Kaslo loop tour is awesome
Road Trippin’ Nelson – Slocan Valley – Kaslo Loop, B.C. One the best things about living in the East Kootenay is our close proximity to…
Internet boost coming for South Country
Improved high-speed Internet is on the way for 26 communities in the Kootenays, bringing people opportunities to learn, connect and better expand their businesses. Columbia…
Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship recipients announced
Sparwood student among four to receive $3,000 to pursue educational dreams Four students from around the Columbia Basin will receive a Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship….
55 affordable homes to be funded in region
The B.C. Government and Columbia Basin Trust are partnering to build 167 new homes for people in the Columbia Basin struggling to find affordable housing,…
$2.28 million provided for fibre optics in region
More than 70 communities will benefit from the first eight projects to be approved under the up to $10 million Connecting BC Program, the B.C….