From Sandlot to Standout: McInnis Park Reimagined
Beaver Valley baseball teams rejoice with the completion of McInnis Park upgrades.
Region: Southwest Region
Bats get a new room to roost
Twelve species of bats call the Basin home, such as the Yuma myotis and endangered little brown myotis, and fulfill important functions in ecosystems like wetlands and forests, including consuming a significant number of insects.
Powering Fauquier’s Future
The Fauquier Community Club has taken action to upgrade its well-used community hall, ensuring it’s prepared for future emergencies while reducing its environmental footprint and operational costs.
Rotary Lakeside Park in Nelson becomes more accessible
This summer, the Rotary Club of Nelson installed a long, blue path that leads to the lake, suitable for people in wheelchairs, or even families with strollers.
Forging a bright future
The Selkirk College Blacksmithing and Metal Art Program received a recent upgrade with the installation of four new state-of-the-art forges.
From passion to profit: how RevUp transformed Micah’s Plumbing business
The Trust’s Basin RevUp program is helping businesses like Micah’s Plumbing, Heating & Cooling in the Nelson area accelerate into the future.
Edgewood makes good things happen
Edgewood is a quaint community of 250 residents on the western shore of Lower Arrow Lake. A town with a big heart, and residents that are willing to go the extra mile to help their community flourish.
A youth creates impact in New Denver
Cassandra Qiu was awarded a 2023 Youth Community Service Award from Columbia Basin Trust for her outstanding volunteerism.
Youth Pow Wow celebrates Indigenous culture
School District 8’s Youth Pow Wow brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth and community members to celebrate Indigenous culture through dance, music, regalia and educational teachings.
Park promotes fun in Fauquier
The new playground in Fauquier features something for all ages, including new park equipment and walking trails. Adjacent to the community hall and outdoor pavilion, the park is poised to enhance the quality of life for locals, as well as assist in sustaining a strong community.
