The North Thompson Communities Foundation (NTCF) is marking its 25th anniversary by launching a campaign to raise $250,000 for a long-term endowment fund for the valley. For a quarter of a century, we have “acted as the quiet engine driving local progress.” As we celebrate our 25th anniversary this year, we aren’t just blowing out candles, but are “fuelling up for the next several decades” with the launch of the fundraising campaign. Carman and Barb Smith, long-time North Thompson residents...

The North Thompson Communities Foundation (NTCF) has announced $65,000 going towards youth initiatives in the valley. The contribution was made by Louise Lodge, District of Barriere councillor and chair of the NTCF. The donation is split into two parts, with $15,000 going to the NTCF Valley-Wide Youth Fund, and $50,000 being put into the Barriere Youth and Recreation Endowment fund. Read more at: https://barrierestarjournal.com/2026/03/23/ntcf-voices-paying-it-forward-with-65k-for-north-th...

The North Thompson Communities Foundation (NTCF) has donated $2,000 to the Barriere and Clearwater food banks amid a rising need for the service locally. The funding is meant to give immediate relief, allowing both food banks to restock essential supplies and maintain their support systems for individuals and families in the region. Read more at: https://barrierestarjournal.com/2026/03/09/ntcf-voices-2k-donation-to-local-food-banks-addresses-emerging-need/