Communities

From curated vintage fashion to community thrift shops packed with surprises, here’s where to hunt for secondhand finds across the East Kootenay.

From Nelson’s famously eclectic vintage scene to tiny community thrift shops, here’s where to shop secondhand in the West Kootenay

Nic Gawletz on launching Next Adventure Home Inspections in Cranbrook

Alexis Fleischer Koutsky shares how she grew Dogwood Design Studio from a side hustle into a thriving Trail business.

HNSecurity’s Derek Dodds on evolving threats, executive responsibility and why cybersecurity can no longer be left solely to IT.

Nicole Cowl’s lifelong creativity has led her to create an award-winning Kimberley business.

Interested in tiny homes? Explore our list of tiny house resources in the Kootenays

How Nelson's ALLSET Evacuation Backpacks is making emergency preparedness more accessible across Western Canada.

Golden entrepreneur Jana Briggs has proven a small-town business can compete on a global stage.

After identifying a critical need for more accessible child care, Joanne Gawler created a model built for the way people actually live and work.

Bradley Higham shares lessons from a decade in digital marketing

Shared workspaces in communities like Cranbrook, Golden, Fernie, Nelson and Trail provide flexibility and support in a communal environment.

How a family recipe and a spontaneous decision sparked a new West Kootenay food venture

Owner Jack Norris shares the philosophy, challenges and momentum behind the award‑winning company.

House of Paws owner Sarah Heyer shares how a love of animals grew into a thriving Rossland business.

The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of Kootenay wineries to visit.

Canadian Rockies Landscape’s Off-Grid Oasis project showcases the region’s design talent and the growing demand for sustainable outdoor spaces.

Known as B.C.’s adventure playground, the Kootenay Rockies offers an endless supply of attractions and recreational pursuits

The couple behind First Tracks Real Estate Group share how community, connection, and a sense of place shaped their path in the Elk Valley.

A conversation about sustainability, affordability and the culture of thrifting in the Kootenays