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With corporate offices in Trail, Kootenay Savings is a member-owned financial co-operative with eleven branches throughout the Kootenays

Stetski called on the government to substantially increase its investment in rural connectivity in the 2019 budget saying, “rural Canadians deserve no less.”

Each academic year, Selkirk College awards almost $200,000 in bursaries to students who face financial challenges

The total budget is $6,586,460 which includes new approvals for just over $2.4 million in capital expenditures and $3.2 million for unfinished capital projects.

Municipalities, regional districts and First Nations communities can apply for up to $500,000 to create, restore or enhance an outdoor multi-use space.

The draft 2019 operating budget proposes a 4.2% increase over last year. A 1.3% increase in new assessment in the region will help offset the overall impact.

COTR Avalanche volleyball teams are preparing to not only compete, but host, the 2019 PACWEST Volleyball Championship

Columbia Basin Trust supports a new Health and Wellness Centre

Columbia Basin Trust program helps businesses create and retain jobs

The Multi-Sport Indoor Facility will provide increased opportunities for physical activity in the community and help develop local athletes.

Thoughtexchange has evolved into a two-way experience platform used by millions of people across many industries.

In a recent Business in Vancouver (BIV) list, the publication ranked the biggest Credit Unions in B.C., which included a number of Kootenay-based credit unions

The Trust and Columbia Power, which currently own 49 per cent of Waneta Expansion, worked closely with the BC Government to make this purchase possible.

Here is a (relatively) comprehensive guide to make sure your business is covered in emergency situations.

BankBit, a company owned and operated by Nelson-resident Ben Glickman, recently installed a Bitcoin machine in the convenience store.

Nearly 100 full-time students will benefit from the financial aid

The Nature Conservancy of Canada receives $650,000 from Columbia Basin Trust

29 projects receive Environment Grants from Columbia Basin Trust

The $5,000 awards aim to increase educational opportunities for BC students

The $23 million refresh at Nelson's Silver King Campus has reached another milestone with the opening of its new carpentry shop

Funding from the Columbia Basin Trust Impact Investment Fund will be used to continue development of a new water and wastewater sensor testing lab facility

The Kootenay Savings Community Foundation is helping Christmas come a little early this year for nineteen Kootenay-area non-profit organizations

Last year’s retrofit of the pool dehumidification system at Western Financial Place (WFP) continues to produce significant energy and cost savings for the City.

Service Canada will be accepting applications for the 2019 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program starting Monday, December 17th, 2018.

The Trust’s new Community Technology Program helps create tech-enabled spaces

College names recipients of newly-created scholarship fund

Columbia Basin Trust supports physical well-being through new granting program

Following the retirement of Trent Taylor, founder of Taylor Adams, the accounting firm has been rebranded as Apex Accounting

Christine has been with the BMO Financial Group since 2009.

The new EKCCI is seeking founding members and investors who wish to make an impact in their community

Columbia Basin Trust launches $3-million Basin PLAYS initiative

Soulfood, a farm-to-table whole foods restaurant in downtown Cranbrook, is moving to become a co-operative.

Over 150 arts and culture projects—including the Columbia Basin Culture Tour—have received a total of $751,000 in funding support for the 2018-19 season

New business model turns over Soulfood’s ownership to staff and community

$57 million in benefits delivered through 65 programs and initiatives last year

Koocanusa Village is the only lakeside community with vacation properties on Koocanusa Lake.

The Trust’s Child Care Capital Grants support 42 child care centres

This purchase adds approximately 100 acres of properly zoned land supply to the City

At the grand age of 30, Community Futures East Kootenay is an established resource for East Kootenay entrepreneurs.

The total received in the region is $195,978 or .049% of the total $4 million awarded throughout the province.

The City will conduct a referendum in conjunction with the municipal election in October.

Columbia Basin Trust commits nearly $965,000 to 17 projects that address social issues

As part of the sale, Teck Metals Ltd. holds a 20-year lease to use the two-thirds interest in Waneta to produce power for its industrial operations in Trail

$1.6 million in Trust grants will help improve over 600 units across the Basin

School Works provides funding for apprenticeships and career-related positions

When you support the United Way East Kootenay you help make positive things happen in your community.

Copper Point Resort, located just off busy Highway 95/93, caters to golfers, skiers, business meetings, conferences and the independent traveler.

The Kootenay Savings Community Foundation is excited to announce the distribution of $67,755 in new grants.

Four students receive $3,000 to pursue educational dreams

Columbia Basin Trust supports 42 heritage projects with over $2 million