REGISTER BY MONDAY TO BECOME A VENUE! This year’s Columbia Basin Culture Tour is certain to be great, as always, and we hope to include you in the list of amazing venues. So plan to register ASAP! The final deadline to register is Monday, March 31, 2025, at the affordable rate of $60. The tour takes place: August 9 […]

A new court means more opportunities to play The sport of pickleball is gaining momentum across the Columbia Basin. Over the past five years, new courts have been built in communities such as Oasis, Montrose, Genelle and now, Fruitvale. With support from Columbia Basin Trust, these communities are expanding recreational opportunities to encourage healthy, active […]

Rossland Recollections with Roly Worsfold: The Olaus Story Late November 1894, a Norwegian man arrived in Rossland. His arrival wasn’t remarkable – miners were pouring into town in the thousands to seek their fortune in the gold mines of Red Mountain. But this man would go on to have a bigger impact on our town […]

The Village of Warfield and the City of Rossland are pleased to announce that they have reached an agreement for the City of Rossland to manage the operation of the Warfield Pool, as well as the Rossland pool, for the 2025 season. This collaborative agreement ensures the continued availability of aquatic programs and recreational opportunities […]

The African Children’s Choir is celebrating its 40th anniversary during their U.S. Tour, marking four decades of transforming lives through the power of music, education and hope. As they embark on this milestone celebration, the Choir will continue to captivate audiences with their heartwarming performances of popular children’s tunes, traditional spiritual songs and vibrant African […]

The CEO of KC Recycling, Pete Stamper, has been honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his company’s remarkable business achievements and outstanding contribution to the local economy and community. Rob Morrison, MP for Kootenay—Columbia, presented Stamper with the medal, which recognizes those who have made a significant contribution to a province, territory, […]

On Wed., June 12, 2024, Jason Mulder of Trail, assisted a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer with the arrest of a local offender who attempted to flee in downtown Trail, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. “Mulder tripped the fleeing suspect then grabbed onto him until the officer could catch up to the […]

Fresh ingredients, close-to-home suppliers, culinary creativity and engaging service will bring a delightful energy of fusion to the annual Best of BC event at Mary Hall on Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus. Featuring more than two dozen suppliers from across the province, students in School of Hospitality & Tourism programs will have their talents and […]

BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) crews have returned to B.C. after two weeks supporting the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) with wildfire fighting efforts in Los Angeles. “In times of need, we will always be there for our friends; that’s who we are as British Columbians and as Canadians,” said Ravi Parmar, […]

Columbia Basin Trust continues to value the voices of Columbia Basin residents in shaping its work. To further this commitment, the Trust is introducing four new task forces and inviting Basin residents to apply. “Since our inception, the people of this region have played a vital role in shaping the Trust and how we deliver […]