From Germany to the Columbia Valley, camera in hand
Denise Hoffgaard found her calling in the wild beauty of Canada—and made it her profession.
by Danielle Brost
West Kootenay, Trail, Retail
Stronger together: A merger grounded in experience and vision
With women at the helm, Caster Town and Trail Hammer and Bolt usher in a new era for industrial supply in Trail.
by Danielle Brost
Small Business
How to write a cold email that actually works in 6 steps
Writing effective cold emails that get a response is possible by following some easy-to-do steps
by Kerry Shellborn
Business Beat, East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Education
First bilingual youth Science & Tech Program launched in Kootenays by KAST
Celebrating Kootenay biodiversity, the GLOWS program is part of Science Literary Week 2020
by Julie Matchett
Featured Story
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, First Nations , Featured Stories
The Ktunaxa Nation and the City of Cranbrook: A partnership with Indigenous people and a community
The Ktunaxa Nation and the City of Cranbrook are partnering to create a new cultural and interpretive centre as Cranbrook’s new-and-improved visitor centre
Seeking entrepreneurs
Do you know a successful business entrepreneur? We are always looking for innovative and noteworthy people to feature.
Green Scene, East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Agriculture, Entertainment and Hospitality, Environment, Tourism
A love for local: Farmers market season across the Kootenays brings communities together
Local farmers markets help to increase food security and create sustainable communities—check out our list of markets across the Kootenays.
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, Creston
Creston Valley Blossom Festival
Creston's annual celebration is coming back May 16 - 19, 2025!
Business Beat, West Kootenay, Castlegar
Castlegar’s Economic Development Strategy requires feedback from residents
A community survey is being conducted to help develop a vision of Castlegar’s future
by Julie Matchett
Money Talk, Financial
Value your employees
Results from the Business Outlook Survey for British Columbia
by Lou Rogers
West Kootenay, Trail, Animal Care, Small Business
A labour of love: How Kootenay Pet Cremations helps families heal
This Trail business creates lasting tributes for the pets who leave paw prints on our hearts.
by Danielle Brost
Green Scene, West Kootenay, Environment
10 West Kootenay governments have voted for 100% renewable energy by 2050
The 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign for clean energy, led by the West Kootenay EcoSociety, continues to grow, adding No. 10: Fruitvale
by Virginia Rasch
