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Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors
Business advice and training for Columbia Basin companies
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 5, 2022
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides business advisement, learning pathways, and educational workshops for businesses in the Columbia Basin. It supports business growth, financial literacy, and practical management skills, with fully funded and cost-shared options depending on the program stream.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 5, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- From $ 100,000 to $ 1,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-to-one business advisement.
- Education workshops and learning pathways.
- Business mentorship and customized advisory support.
- Program referrals and networking activities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Existing businesses in the Columbia Basin region.
- Growth-stage companies in the Columbia Basin.
- Service-based and product-based businesses.
- Food producers and agriculture businesses for relevant learning pathways.
- Food processors for relevant learning pathways.
Eligible expenses
- Business advisement and mentorship services.
- Educational workshops and learning pathway participation.
- Program referral and networking support.
Eligible geographic areas
- Columbia Basin Trust region.
- Businesses based in the communities shown on the Columbia Basin region map.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants complete an intake or registration step to start the process.
- BBA staff review the information and may contact the business representative.
- For some programs, applicants may be placed on a waitlist if applications are closed.
- Approved participants receive one-to-one advisement, workshops, or pathway support through the program.
Additional information
- The program offers one-to-one business advisement, workshops, program referrals, and learning networks.
- Some partner webinars and workshops may require registration fees.
- The Financial Learning Pathway is fully funded by Columbia Basin Trust, with time commitment required from participants.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors?
This program provides business advisement, learning pathways, and educational workshops for businesses in the Columbia Basin. It supports business growth, financial literacy, and practical management skills, with fully funded and cost-shared options depending on the program stream.
Who is eligible for the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors program?
To be eligible for the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors program, you must:
Business based in the Columbia Basin region.
Existing business seeking support.
Program-specific requirements must be met.
What expenses are eligible under Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors?
One-to-one business advisement.
Education workshops and learning pathways.
Business mentorship and customized advisory support.
Program referrals and networking activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors?
You can contact Columbia Basin Trust by email at info@bbaprogram.ca or by phone at 855.510.2227.
Where is the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors available?
The Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors?
Columbia Basin Trust — Basin Business Advisors is funded by Columbia Basin Trust