Supporting Local Communities
GOOD NEWS FROM THE VALLEY
Supporting Local Communities
Barriere Curling Club gets a new AED
Thanks to the North Thompson Communities Foundation's Community Impact Fund, the Barriere Curling Club now has a life-saving AED device. This initiative underscores the foundation's commitment to supporting local communities and enhancing safety across the North Thompson Valley. "We are so grateful for the generous grant provided by the North Thompson Communities Foundation and their support of so many community organizations in the valley", says BBC vice president, Evelyn Pilatzke.
Blue River Community Garden updates its compost station
The Blue River Community Garden committee is grateful for the support of the North Thompson Communities Foundation. The garden serves the whole community and can now promote sustainability and enhance efficiency. "The residents of Blue River are really proud of the garden and how it's become such a valued resource in our community in recent years. We wouldn't have been able to do this without help from the NTCF” says Lee Onslow.
What's Happening at the NTCF
Supporting Local Communities
No Host Bazaar
November 29, 2025
The North Thompson Communities Foundation will be at the No-Host Bazaar in Barriere on November 29 from 9am to 1pm. Come out and chat with us. We will also be selling our Beanie Babies with proceeds going towards our Youth Fund.
Sip & Support
October 25, 2025
The North Thompson Communities Foundation's Sip & Support and Art Auction was a huge hit on October 25 in Barriere. 130 community members came out to support the Foundation's Art and Cultural Fund, raising over $7,000.
Taseko Partnership
September 10,, 2025
The North Thompson Communities Foundation and Taseko are pleased to announce the launch of a new Indigenous Priorities Fund, supported with a $5,000 contribution from the Yellowhead Project. Taseko and the NTCF are committed to supporting local communites.