The Columbia Basin Trust has announced that James Woodall of Fernie has joined the team as the new Community Liaison.
Based out of the Cranbrook office, Woodall, along with the Trust’s other Community Liaisons, will focus on engaging with communities, particularly rural areas that may lack resources for their projects.
Woodall has many years of experience with non-profits, board services and a background in social work.
In his previous position as Executive Director with Crowsnest Community Support Society—a non-profit organization that supports adults with unique disabilities — Woodall worked directly with funders to secure social equity grants for affordable housing and employment programs.
“I’m excited about the Trust’s strategic direction and its focus on health and resilience over the next ten years,” he said. “I see myself playing a pivotal role in fostering connections and facilitating positive change to help communities in the East Kootenay achieve their unique aspirations.”
Communities are encouraged to reach out to the Trust’s Community Liaisons to discuss their needs and ideas at ourtrust.org/communityliaisons.
