Kristy Jahn Smith standing in a hallway with her hand on her hip
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Tourism

Behind the brand: Visit Cranbrook unveils new brand identity

With the “True Stories” initiative, the city showcases its rich history, culture, and vibrant local businesses to visitors and residents

by Kerry Shellborn
Aiyana in traditional dress, standing beside a Ktunaxa Nations sign in front of the United Nations building
Education, First Nations

The woman who spoke Ktunaxa at the United Nations

Aiyana (Sa’tahtaki) Twigg brings Ktunaxa to the global stage while grounding her work in home and community

by Danielle Brost
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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
Kids crouched on ground examining something with magnifying glass.
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

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Seeking entrepreneurs

Do you know a successful business entrepreneur? We are always looking for innovative and noteworthy people to feature.

Paul Denchuk and Meredith Hamstead are standing together in front of a home.
Green Scene, East Kootenay, Invermere, Energy, Environment, Small Business

thinkBright Homes: A lighter touch on the planet

thinkBright Homes, based in Invermere, B.C., is at the cutting edge of the green building industry

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The two owners, Petra and Tiffany Ware, are standing in their store with body care products on shelves behind them.
Green Scene, East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Health & Wellness, Retail, Small Business

Your nose knows the difference in natural body care products

Petra Naturally in Cranbrook, B.C., expanded to offer even more natural bath and body products and loose teas

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West Kootenay, Nelson

Basin Food Summit & Expo

This annual food summit plays a critical role in fostering economic development.

Aerial view of Castlegar in autumn.
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

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Two business women at a meeting
Money Talk, Financial

Value your employees

Results from the Business Outlook Survey for British Columbia

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Jenn Robson standing next to Niles Clarke
Environment

Turning waste into opportunity: Inside Interchange Recycling’s environmental mission

From Radium to Whitehorse, Jenn Robson is helping communities recycle responsibly and sustainably

by Danielle Brost
Fruitvale City Council
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

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