Basin Business Advisors Program

05/21/2026

Have your say on who you want to hear from!

05/19/2026

“I have paid for other industry-specific business mentorship programs and found myself disappointed. What I had hoped for with those programs was to feel like I had earned a mini-MBA — instead, I got a syllabus and hollow advice.

BBA has changed my view of myself, my business, and my capabilities, and I now look forward to a brighter business future built on a strong foundation. No stone has been left unturned.”

Jordana Champagne | Owner
Iron Soul Fitness

Interested in learning more about the Basin Business Advisors program? Get started 👉 https://bbaprogram.ca/registration

05/01/2026

We’re back from an energizing team gathering in Creston! 🌿 Meeting in person gave us a chance to reconnect, reflect on the past year, and plan for the future.

A big thank you to the Uptowner Hotel - Creston BC for a comfortable, centrally located home base, and to Sternwheeler Craft Distillery for hosting our kickoff meeting with such warm hospitality. We enjoyed delicious bites from Bigfoot Cafe & Gifts, Basasak_chicken, The Golden Flour Bakery, and Jimmy's Pub & Grill, who provided the perfect conference room for day two.

One of the highlights was spending time face-to-face with our client Jordana of Iron Soul Fitness. Being on the ground with business owners who are participating in the program helps us ensure the program continues to respond to where they're headed next.

Jordanna toured us through the incredible gym she co-owns with her husband Brent, shared insights on her business journey, and offered thoughtful feedback from her experience in the program. And true to form, she put us to the test — cue the 400-lb tire flips (yes, a few of us managed it solo!). 💪

All in all, it was an inspiring few days in Creston!

Interested in learning more about the Basin Business Advisors program? 👉 https://bbaprogram.ca/registration

04/11/2026

Mark your calendar 🗓️

Save the Date for the 2026 Basin Food Summit! 📅 Join us November 5–6 in Kimberley, BC for two days dedicated to the 'Business of Food'.

This year’s summit will bring together food producers, food processors and food buyers for meaningful conversations about building strong, resilient food businesses in the Columbia Basin.

What to expect:
🥕 A celebration of local food and the people behind it
🧑‍🌾 A Public Market & Expo featuring Basin food businesses
🍷 A special Farm-to-Table Dinner
📊 Business-focused sessions with practical insights for food and farm entrepreneurs
🤝 Plenty of opportunities to connect, collaborate and share ideas

Mark your calendar now! More details coming soon at https://basinfood.ca/

Columbia Basin Trust is a proud sponsor of the Basin Food Summit & Expo.

02/25/2026

What better way to connect with our communities than sharing about our programming at local Chamber Business After Business events.

Thank you to Trail and District Chamber of Commerce, Executive Director Erika Krest and her team, and The Bridge View Cafe for hosting and catering a great evening.

Delivery Executive Danny Turner shared how our services can help service‑based businesses better support their clients. Our business advisors bring real‑world experience to work directly with business owners on developing systems, strengthening leadership skills, and building financial literacy—so they can be more impactful in their own businesses.

Basin Business Advisors is a Columbia Basin Trust program available at no cost to eligible business owners. Are you a business owner interested in strengthening your business?
Get started here: https://bbaprogram.ca/registration

02/03/2026

Calling all Trail & District Members

Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Sign up now https://bbaprogram.ca/strategic-conversations-chamber-series-trail

02/02/2026

💥 It’s finally happening!

The Financial Learning Pathway is about to launch and it’s the most powerful course we offer. 🧠💰

The only thing missing? YOU

📩 Don’t want to wait to apply
👉 Join the waiting list now!

Learn to leverage your financial reporting to make better business decisions. One of the best tools business owners can use is their financial reporting! During this 10 week series of recorded workshops and live, online working groups, you will learn how to organize, understand and analyze your Prof...

01/26/2026

“I believe that if you want to be profitable and grow, you have to actively work on those things. They don’t happen on their own.

It’s wild to think I went through 10 years of formal education without ever learning how to run a business. I honestly believe this kind of content should be part of the education system because it’s so fundamental to how our economy and society function.

Completing the BBA program gave me the essential knowledge I needed to properly manage my company.”

Lukas Armstrong | Principal Architect/Owner
Stand Architecture Inc.

12/31/2025

Flip the Calendar Forward with Confidence 📅
As we wrap up this year, it’s the perfect time to set intentions for growth. If leadership is on your radar for 2026, the Basin Business Advisors Leadership Learning Pathway is designed for you 🫵

This practical experience equips you with:
• Essential leadership tools to navigate challenges
• Confidence and clarity to lead with purpose
• Expert guidance from seasoned business advisors
• Additional 1:1 support to help you apply what you learn

Program Details:
📅 Thursdays, 9–10:30 AM PST | Jan 22 – Apr 2, 2026
💰 Cost: Funded by Columbia Basin Trust—your only investment is your time
🔗 https://bbaprogram.ca/application-leadership-lp
Spots are limited, so if leadership growth is on your list for the new year, make this your resolution—apply today.

12/13/2025

Thank you to Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce for hosting us!

12/13/2025

Join the Leadership Learning Pathway—an 11‑week program designed for busy owners who want to bring structure to their business, lead with confidence, and get real results.

When: Thursdays, 9:00–10:30 a.m. PT · Jan 22 – Apr 2, 2026
Apply by: January 6, 2026
Cost: Free—funded by Columbia Basin Trust (your time is the only investment)

Apply today:

What is a Learning Pathway? Join a group of like-minded entrepreneurs as you work towards a milestone in your own business. This program is designed to incorporate the wealth of knowledge from our Subject Matter Experts as well as provide a connection for networking with businesses that are going th...