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Michael and Courtenay Rudy are first-generation farmers helping to feed their community

The owner of the Paw Shop in Cranbrook is making her entrepreneurial dreams come true, and she’s happy to share her secrets.

Wild Wonders Insectarium in Invermere named New Business of the Year and won People’s Choice award at Columbia Valley Chamber awards

With multiple locations and a flourishing online shop, Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm is a community success story.

A wage subsidy program through Columbia Basin Trust enables skilled workers to stay in the Kootenays.

Kimberley’s businesses and remarkable individuals help the community to become B.C.’s best small town.

Each mountain-inspired pet tag from Kootenay Tags is “very personal and special”

After the pandemic inspired a surge of new pet adoptions, Kootenay Canine Adventures was perfectly positioned to meet customer demand.

The owners of Barks and Recreation pooled their talents to forge a comprehensive pet service and supply company.

Ki Mana Acres Farm near Creston, B.C., is a model for regenerative agriculture and meeting the demand of discerning consumers

14 Kimberley businesses and individuals garnered praise for their excellence this year

Erin Thompson and Brian Sondergaard are the driving forces behind Kimberley Kritters - a wildly successful pet supply store in Kimberley, B.C.

Raylen Tress of Whiskey Hill Farms in Golden won Young Entrepreneur of the Year from the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce

The annual Golden Community Excellence Awards recognized greatness and good work.

A trip of goats are trained as targeted grazers for a unique business: Vahana Nature Rehabilitation in Ta Ta Creek, B.C.

With help from the Grassland and Range Enhancement Program, ranchers can protect grassland, aquatic and riparian resources on Crown lands where cattle graze

The public is invited to community engagement sessions to provide feedback on two draft agreements to conserve southern mountain caribou populations

Karen travels all over the East Kootenays teaching elementary students about farming and where their food comes from

At Unleashed! Pet Care Services in Invermere, owner Amber Schick takes your canine's comfort to heart.

Little Mittens Animal Rescue Association in Golden, B.C. puts animals first and helps them to find forever homes.

Stephanie McGregor, owner of The Paw Shop in Cranbrook, B.C., has made it as a business owner through hard work and asking for help

This skilled physiotherapist provides canine therapy through her Kimberley company.

Dr. Kristy Dennison, veterinarian and owner of Castlegar Veterinary Hospital, practises patience with her four-legged patients

Craig Moritz brings a talent for country music and a passion for animal rescue to his new home community of Canal Flats.

Christy King, a qualified animal care supervisor, is the new manager of the EK SPCA, Cranbrook branch.

Kimberley and Marysville have been seeing a surge of new businesses, construction and start-ups over the past year.

Erin Thompson and Brian Sondergaard are the owners of the new Kimberley Kritters Pet Boutique

Jeanne Shaw uses her experience as a teacher and her passion for pets to help people understand what their dogs are trying to tell them.

Here are some ways you can have fun with your dog that will be of benefit to both you and your canine friend.

Ashley Pederson is a horse/donkey/mule-loving farrier who works with equines throughout the East Kootenay.

Lifelong animal lover Kris Koop, owner of Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm, provides care for pets through his products and services.

The owner of the Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm in Castlegar loves critters and their people.

From pub and restaurants to guest ranches and pet stores the Kootenays definitely has a unique line up of business ventures for sale.

Animal Instinctz Grooming can make your pet look like a dinosaur.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a weekly snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

"We already work with a lot of people from Fernie, but they can't always make it to Cranbrook during regular business hours," said Uli Helvoigt, owner.

A recognition luncheon was held on April 8 for rising young stars in the Kootenays

Jessica Piccinin, owner of Root and Vine Acres, found her calling in producing wholesome food on her farm in the Creston Valley

With a strong belief in sustainable living, the company combines the power of recycling and repurposing.

Canadog is a thriving business for all things dog and dog-powered with a retail store in Kimberley, B.C.

One of the largest speciality pet supply franchises in North America, Pet Valu will soon be opening their doors in Cranbrook.

The Kootenays attract many unique and eclectic businesses - here are 9 thriving ventures up for sale.

Bird-friendly windows from Walker Glass Co. prevent birds flying to their deaths