Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it (Tobacco Plains Indian Band or ‘YQT’) proudly announces the restructuring of Ka·kin, its wholly owned economic development arm, and the appointment of Trent…
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Groundbreaking partnership formed for Michel Coal Project
Foundation laid for new era of natural resource development Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it (Tobacco Plains Indian Band or YQT) and Pacific Road Capital are proud to announce…
Local governments get active-transportation funds
Cycling, pedestrian and other active-transportation infrastructure that will safely connect neighbourhoods to parks, schools and town centres in 33 Indigenous and local governments in B.C….
Two elected to band council
The Tobacco Plains Indian Band (?akinkum+asnuq+?it) last week elected two new band councillors. On July 31, 63 residents cast ballots for Corey Letcher, Garrett Gravelle…
16 Basin wildfire reduction projects receive $1.7 million
Columbia Basin Trust creating jobs while focusing on wildfire reduction Wildfire prevention is increasingly required in communities across the Columbia Basin. Thanks to a partnership…
New housing opens doors for Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it
“It’s where I was born and raised. My heart’s always been here.” That’s how Nasuʔkin (Chief) Heidi Gravelle feels about Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it, home to the Tobacco…
Tobacco Plains getting $150,000 for solar power project
The Tobacco Plains Indian Band (?akinkum+asnuq+?it) is receiving $150,000 for a solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage installation, part of a funding partnership between the…
CFKR provides $109,120 in emergency community support
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) has awarded $109,120 in grants to 10 local charities/qualified donees, to support residents who are most vulnerable…
Camping and ORV use restricted in Koocanusa area
The B.C. government is restricting camping and motorized recreation (including the use of off-road vehicles) throughout the entire Koocanusa Recreation Strategy area this spring and…
Communities gather to talk Koocanusa recreation use
Still time to contribute to the conversation though an online feedback form Over 100 people attended four open houses in November to offer feedback to…