Barriere
Thompson Rivers University has operated in Barriere since 1994. The TRU Community Coordinator, Susan Ross, lives in the community and recognizes and appreciates the unique nature and quality of life this area has to offer.
It is the goal of the Community Coordinator to provide quality education and training by bring as many of the TRU services, courses and programs to the community as the community is able to support.
An Advisory Committee, comprised of local residents with many diverse interests and ideas, meet yearly to assist the Coordinator. Susan also works closely with the Barriere Employment Services office and has the support of the Barriere Chamber of Commerce.