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Floris and René Steenkamp, new owners of The Grater Good Kitchen Supply Company in Kimberley, B.C., are excited to share their passion for cooking

Three Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative

Celebrating Kootenay biodiversity, the GLOWS program is part of Science Literary Week 2020

A community survey is being conducted to help develop a vision of Castlegar’s future

Many diverse companies and businesses call the Kootenay area home. Fill out our form with your business information if you have over 50 employees.

Wildsight is hosting fun summer day camps for kids ages seven to 12

A new store in downtown Cranbrook is turning up the coolness factor with their frozen yogurt treats

Born out of a desire to connect connect tech companies, innovators and entrepreneurs with the support they need, the Nelson Innovation Centre is now open.

Pat Meerholz, co-owner of Wynndel Craft Distilleries in Creston Valley, B.C., handcrafts award-winning brandy, gin, rum, vodka, liqueur and schnapps

Colin Hango, owner of Erie Creek Brewing Company in Salmo, B.C., has created a family-owned and -operated nano brewery and lounge

Local businesses form the heart of any community. Has a local business gone above and beyond? Tell us about it.

PropertyGuys.com franchise owners, Simon and Stephanie Jones, take home gold at the recent Canadian Franchise Association awards

Low-interest loans, wage subsidies and tuition funding are among the support measures being offered to the region’s businesses and residents.

This award-winning internet service provider keeps the Kootenays connected

The B.C. government is hosting a free webinar to answer questions about free trade and the province's Small Business Venture Capital program.

With students and teachers poised to return to school, how will the future of education post-pandemic look?

$11.7 million in new funding is available for businesses and community services affected by the ongoing pandemic

Finding new, innovative ways to help customers is the new normal for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Are you open for business? Let us know.

B.C.’s small businesses make recommendations on the types of support they would like to see from governments

Businesses across the Kootenays are stepping up to help their fellow citizens—share your business story.

The Den, a new fitness centre in Cranbrook, empowers people of all ages to embrace their best self

The Forum for Women Entrepreneurs (FWE) E-Series is three-day conference held from May 13 - 15 in Vancouver

Despite some economic challenges in the Kootenay region, certain sectors are on the verge of booming

Local housing projects in the Kootenay region are helping to alleviate the lack of affordable housing in the area

Sparrow Hair in Fernie joins forces with Green Circle Salons, a North American-wide recycling and sustainability program that aims to reduce salon waste

Highlights from this year's conference included some exciting announcements regarding resource development and exploration

24 projects from across the Kootenay region will receive funding from the Columbia Basin Trust PLAYS Capital Improvement Grant

With three new owners, Cranbrook's aging Armond Theatre gets a new lease on life with planned renovations

Local resident Stacey Brensrud brings a diverse background in the business community to her new position

Hedin Nelson-Chorney, owner of Tailout Brewing in Castlegar, B.C., has created a new community hangout

Nikki Luxton, owner of Studio Bronze in Castlegar, B.C., provides tanning after work and on weekends

The Medal of Good Citizenship recognizes individuals who, through exceptional long-term service, have made outstanding contributions to their communities

BC Chamber of Commerce represents over 125 local chambers across the province, with a membership of over 36,000 small and medium-sized businesses

A new deal signed between Teck Resources Limited and Ridley Terminals Inc., will allow Teck to expand its steelmaking coal shipments to the B.C. coast

The Kootenay Columbia region saw 2020 property assessments increase across all municipalities, ranging from one to 11 per cent.

The Castlegar Sleep Centre provides patients with consultations and sleep diagnostic services

The Rural Evidence Review survey aims to better understand and provide rural health care planning in British Columbia

Revelstoke's Pulse Boot Lab and Ski Co. is stoked by worldwide interest in its revolutionary boot-fitting system

Anniversary year will focus on extensive public engagement and symposia as Trust renews strategic priorities

Columbia Basin Trust's Career Internship Program opens doors for recent post-secondary graduate

Dombelltay Custom Furniture specializes in live-edge wood furniture and products

Four open houses were recently held to discuss the Koocanusa Recreation Strategy; if you missed them, the deadline for online feedback is December 15

Understaffing at ski resorts and towns is a chronic problem and new website aims to help alleviate that shortage

A joint research study with the University of Calgary has confirmed that sourdough pasta can be part of a beneficial diet

A successful deal with the Dragons' Den inspires small-town craft distillery Taynton Bay Spirits to aim higher

The City of Castlegar is dedicated to sustainability and renewable energy generation

A fixture in Fernie for the past four years, popular eatery Crumbs Cakery has relocated to Sparwood

Her HQ is a unique women-centred co-working and personal growth space in downtown Castlegar

Fenix Advanced Materials will grow the newest and coolest semiconductor

We don't have it too bad - a look into the work-life balance around the world