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Recent Features articles

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West Kootenay, Rossland, Technology The changing business of cybersecurity

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

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, Kimberley, Retail, Small Business The dream that became Vienna Domani

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

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Developments, Real Estate Tiny houses in the Kootenays: Rent, buy or build

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

by Virginia Rasch and Julie Matchett
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Environment A community approach to protecting the Kootenays

Nature for Neighbourhoods combines technology, education and incentives to help residents remove invasive plants.

by Danielle Brost
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West Kootenay, Nelson, Small Business Prepared for the unexpected

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

by Danielle Brost
Interior of 2nd Edition Coworking in Fernie, showing comfy set of chairs, small table and windows with mountain view outside.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Golden, West Kootenay, Kaslo, Nelson, New Denver, Revelstoke, Small Business, Technology These Kootenay coworking spaces offer community and creative collaboration

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

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West Kootenay, Nelson, Cuisine, Small Business Homemade roots, Kootenay heart: Meet the sisters behind Mountain Oats

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

by Danielle Brost
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West Kootenay, Rossland, Animal Care, Retail, Small Business Making a difference for pets and their people

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

by Danielle Brost
Expansive view of Mountain Soul Vineyard showing vines and distant mountains.
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Agriculture, Cuisine, Entertainment and Hospitality, Small Business, Tourism Pay a visit to these wineries and vineyards in the Kootenay region of B.C.

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

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East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Environment Kootenay company on the national stage

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

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Tourism Adventure awaits: A guide to tourism destinations in the Kootenay Rockies

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

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East Kootenay, Fernie, Real Estate Fernie found them: How Phil and Claire Gadd built a life and a business in the Elk Valley

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

by Danielle Brost
West Kootenay, Nelson, Retail, Small Business Positive Apparel and the rise of resale culture in Nelson

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

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Entertainment and Hospitality, Health & Wellness, Real Estate, Retail, Small Business Top unique businesses for sale in British Columbia’s Kootenay and Columbia Valley regions

Check out this list of businesses for sale across the Columbia Valley and Kootenay regions.

by Danielle Brost
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West Kootenay, Nelson, Health & Wellness Support that doesn’t slip through the cracks

How the Nelson Doula Collective is filling critical gaps in maternal care across the West Kootenay region.

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Financial A changing mortgage landscape

Andrew Ladriere of Myplace Mortgages in Cranbrook reflects on a market that has become less predictable.

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, Invermere, Cuisine, Small Business A recipe for early success

At 11, Invermere’s Bryce Lam is building Step Up to Yum and proving age is no barrier to entrepreneurship

by Danielle Brost
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West Kootenay, Nelson, Developments West Kootenay building attainable housing symposium coming to Nelson April 30

As housing pressures continue to impact communities across the West Kootenay, a new regional gathering aims to move the conversation toward solutions.

Cranbrook Farmers Market sign
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.

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Chantel Hack at the Food Expo
East Kootenay, Kimberley, Cuisine, Entertainment and Hospitality, Small Business, Tourism The Burrito Grill offers fresh flavours and a warm welcome

Chantel Hack on building a restaurant that feels like home in Kimberley

by Danielle Brost