The Columbia Basin Trust helps create 198 new child care spaces and improve 1,256 existing spaces
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Fernie Marks another Anniversary of Arena Tragedy
The City of Fernie Staff and Council gathered today to remember the three men lost on October 17, 2017 as […]
Finalists announced for Fernie Business Excellence
The Fernie Business Excellence Awards finalists have been announced and excitement is building for the awards gala. The judging panel […]
This is Fall
The clouds over the Lizard Range were grey and turn now to an orange-red above the Lizard Range. A single cloud hangs over Polar Peak, brilliant pink
East Kootenay Adolescent Health Survey Results
East Kootenay adolescents more likely to be physically active but also to be vaping
70 Active Programs Supporting Residents
In 2018/19 the Trust committed $62.6 million in programs, services and investments to positively impact the communities and people of the Basin.
Winter storm watch Alert
Snow accumulation forecasts for higher elevations and the Foothills have been up to 60 cm by Sunday.
Creating Destinations to be Desired
This summer, an enthusiastic group of youth gave a helping hand to these types of places in the Basin, improving the condition of several remote, high-use locations.
Elk River Colliery #9 Mine deemed a Hazard
A hiker recently had a near life threatening experience at the Elk River Colliery #9 Mine up Coal Creek and […]
New Learning Campus opens in Fernie
A new learning centre in Fernie has officially opened its doors. The Southeast Kootenay School District celebrated the grand opening […]
Climate Change Online Source
There’s a new online source for people seeking easy-to-understand information on climate change specific to communities throughout the Columbia Basin and Boundary regions.
2019 Fernie Business Excellence Awards
The 2019 Fernie Business Excellence Awards is a must attend event for the Fernie business calendar and is just over one month away.Nominations are now open for the Fernie Chamber of Commerce 2019 Business Awards!








