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Overview of Kettle River Contracting operation with trucks at the worksite
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, First Nations Kettle River Contracting LP honoured with provincial Indigenous business award

Kettle River Contracting LP named Business Partnership of the Year at BC Achievement Foundation’s 17th Annual Indigenous Business Awards.

Ash standing in front of her store
West Kootenay, Trail, Retail, Small Business Retail reimagined for a Kootenay mindset

Ash Hodgson shares her rules for surviving and thriving as a small business owner in rural B.C.

Carter standing with a box of cherries
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Agriculture, Retail, Small Business Flexy’s Fruit Stand has deep roots and big plans

How a family legacy is creating loyal customers in Cranbrook.

by Kerry Shellborn
Man, woman and dog in front of a Volkswagen van
West Kootenay, Nelson, Entertainment and Hospitality Kootenay-made series Southern Interior launches with national support

A new Nelson-based sketch comedy series is turning everyday Kootenay life into on-screen gold.

by Danielle Brost
Fernie Fox Hotel with a sunset in the background
East Kootenay, Fernie, Developments, Entertainment and Hospitality, Small Business, Tourism How community and care built the Fernie Fox Hotel

Under the vision of Peacock Hospitality Group, this family-run hotel is redefining sustainability and staff-first business in the Kootenays.

by Danielle Brost
Dark haired stylist helping a lady with her hair, which is cut in a trendy bob
West Kootenay, Revelstoke, Small Business Birch & Lace: Building a purpose-driven business in Revelstoke

Sara Sansom, founder of Birch & Lace Hair Company in Revelstoke, recently expanded her business skills through the Basin Business Advisors program.

by the Columbia Basin Trust
Staff at Trail Hammer and Bolt standing together at the front of the store
West Kootenay, Trail, Retail Stronger together: A merger grounded in experience and vision

With women at the helm, Caster Town and Trail Hammer and Bolt usher in a new era for industrial supply in Trail.

by Danielle Brost
Owners of Kootenay Pet Cremations with a daschund and a larger black dog.
West Kootenay, Trail, Animal Care, Small Business A labour of love: How Kootenay Pet Cremations helps families heal

This Trail business creates lasting tributes for the pets who leave paw prints on our hearts.

by Danielle Brost
Red and white houses with a clear blue sky behind them
Developments Supporting improvements to seniors’ housing

Enhancing spaces for health, comfort and social connection in 27 communities

by submitted by Columbia Basin Trust
Pete Stamper receiving his award from another man on the stage
West Kootenay, Trail, Environment Kootenay recycling company CEO receives King Charles III Coronation medal

KC Recycling’s Pete Stamper recognized with prestigious award for community contributions

Houses with a blue sky in the background
Developments Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it adds affordable homes

Four new duplexes reconnect families and revitalize community.

East Kootenay, Golden, Invermere, Agriculture, Environment, Small Business Castledale Flower Farm is a blooming success

How entrepreneur Carla Broad turned a side hustle into a blossoming full-time business.

by Danielle Brost
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East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Environment, First Nations , Health & Wellness, Retail Top 10 thought leaders of 2025

Celebrating the visionaries driving change in the Kootenays.

by Danielle Brost
Danika and a family member standing together wearing company hoodies
West Kootenay, Slocan, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Reviving history: The story behind the Silverton General Store

How one family’s passion is creating economic opportunities and preserving a local landmark

by Danielle Brost
Emily Fisher of Ridgeline Physio
East Kootenay, Fernie, Health & Wellness, Small Business This Fernie physio clinic fills a critical gap in concussion care

The owner of Ridgeline Physio takes a fitness-forward approach to get Elk Valley clients back in motion.

by Danielle Brost
Darcy next to one of her designs, a gorgeous botanical mural
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, First Nations , Small Business Honouring tradition through beadwork at Cedar and Pine Design

Ktunaxa artist Darcy Roshau creates intricate beadwork and murals to honour her community and culture.

by Danielle Brost
Environment, Financial, First Nations Celebrating Ktunaxa strength in business and culture

Ktunaxa Enterprises Ltd. blends cultural values and economic opportunity

by Danielle Brost
KC Recycling’s 75-person team will grow with three new hires, necessary to operate the expanded polypropylene plant.
West Kootenay, Trail, Environment KC Recycling announces plastic recycling expansion with $1.2M boost

Advancing sustainable solutions with new investments in plastic waste management

white vehicle outside a wooden building
Environment Basin groups make climate-positive moves

Building resilience to face the future with confidence

Skills Centre Executive Director Morag Carter, former LCCDTS board chair, joins Brent Anhel, LCIC board chair at the park
Developments Merger looks to streamline economic and community growth in the South Kootenay

Two Kootenay organizations amalgamate to make the region more attractive to new residents, businesses and investors.