Catching up with Deirdre Howard, proud beekeeper and owner of Pure Honey Products in Creston.
by Danielle CameronAll Retail articles
The owner of Kootenay Made Co. in Trail shines her light on local artists and artisans, promoting their products in her brick-and-mortar shop.
by Danielle CameronHedin Nelson-Chorney, owner of Tailout Brewing, highlights how his business won Castlegar’s Young Entrepreneur Award and Green Award
by Kyle BornMore than a bookstore, Fable Book Parlour fosters music, cookies and community in Revelstoke, B.C.
by Virginia RaschGrant Sharam and Jim Cunnington saw the need for affordable, accessible, green transportation—leading them to start eTrikes Canada in Kimberley.
by Danielle CameronKootenayBiz has chosen our top 10 thought leaders of 2021
by Virginia RaschCheck out these unique businesses currently for sale in the Kootenay market.
by Julie MatchettThe 22nd Annual Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held on November 18, 2021.
by Julie MatchettThe owners of Burton City Cider produce Kootenay-made cider, honey and other quality products using environmentally conscious methods
by Danielle CameronThe owner of Huckleberry Mountain Market stepped up and rewarded his staff with $30,000 in bonuses after a grueling COVID summer.
by Danielle CameronCanal Flats, B.C., wants to grow its population and is offering a tax break to businesses that relocate to this small East Kootenay town
by Virginia RaschThe owners of Barks and Recreation pooled their talents to forge a comprehensive pet service and supply company.
by Danielle CameronMorchella Market & Cafe is bringing a farm fresh feel to grocery shopping downtown Cranbrook, accompanied by the fully renovated co-working space upstairs
by Karrigan FolvikJared Williams, manager of Northstar Bicycle Co. in Cranbrook, B.C., has adapted his love of bicycles and coffee into a popular Kootenay Business
by Kyle Born11 awards were handed out at this year’s virtual Creston Business Excellence Awards gala
by Julie MatchettJeff Davie, second-generation owner of Kaslo Building Supplies, describes how exceptional customer service leads to longevity
by Kyle BornSome had success, some didn’t, but these 9 brave Kootenay business people all faced down the Dragons’ Den
by Julie MatchettNelson, B.C., is overflowing with sewists, thanks to the enthusiastic owners/teachers of the Nelson Stitch Lab
by Virginia RaschLaura Price, owner of Scout Clothing in Nelson, B.C., is showcasing how small retail shops can offer an excellent online shopping experience
by Kyle BornDowntown revitalization in Grand Forks, B.C., was led by a unique five-week initiative
by Virginia RaschFloris and René Steenkamp, new owners of The Grater Good Kitchen Supply Company in Kimberley, B.C., are excited to share their passion for cooking
by Kyle Born14 Kimberley businesses and individuals garnered praise for their excellence this year
by Julie MatchettErin Thompson and Brian Sondergaard are the driving forces behind Kimberley Kritters - a wildly successful pet supply store in Kimberley, B.C.
by Danielle CameronThe annual Golden Community Excellence Awards recognized greatness and good work.
by Julie MatchettIt was an evening of online celebration and virtual toasts to the winners of the 2020 Trail Business Excellence Awards.
by Julie MatchettDespite a challenging year, KootenayBiz told many inspiring and informative stories—here are our Top 10 from 2020
by Virginia RaschDustin Gilchrist, director of operations at KYR Supply in Warfield, B.C., creates Kootenay-inspired outdoor apparel that is made in Canada
by Kyle BornThe Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Excellence Awards, virtual-style, on November 7th
by Julie MatchettSpunky young entrepreneur’s coffee is flowing across the Kootenays and Canada from Rooftop Coffee Roasters in Fernie, B.C.
by Virginia RaschKootenayBiz’s bimonthly eNewsletters keep you informed and inspired about business successes in your communities
by Virginia RaschThe annual Elkford Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2020 via Zoom
by Julie MatchettThis year’s 2020 Fernie Business Excellence awards, held on October 23, was a virtual celebration.
by Julie MatchettWinners of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were announced on October 22.
by Julie MatchettThe winners were celebrated a little differently this year at the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards.
by Julie MatchettHire Smarter, Sell More: An interview with book author C. Lee Smith on hiring top sales staff
by Virginia RaschNominations for the 2020 Fernie Business Excellence Awards are open until September 7
by Julie MatchettThe key to coping with COVID-19 is kindness, says Valerie Semeniuk, owner of Kootenai Moon Furniture in Nelson.
by Julie MatchettWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Revelstoke
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Trail
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Nelson
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Castlegar
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Creston
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support across the West Kootenay region
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Fernie
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Kimberley
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support across the East Kootenay region
by Kyle BornWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Cranbrook
by Kyle BornMarco Gerhardt, co-owner of Kootenay Filter in Nelson, B.C., discusses how Can-Filter layoffs led to Kootenay Filter’s creation
by Kyle BornAs eclectic as Kootenay communities are, there are also a wide range of opportunities for budding entrepreneurs
by Julie MatchettErika Krest, executive director for the Trail and District Chamber of Commerce, is promoting #thinklocalfirst Bingo to encourage local shopping
by Kyle Born