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Revelstoke, Tourism Revy’s finest

Revelstoke Mountain Resort has a new general manager—local business man Rob Elliott.

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Rossland, Tourism Heading to Red?

A new shuttle is available for visitors to Red Mountain Resort for the winter season.

by Lisa Crane
Man in business suit, wearing a Prestige Resorts name tag, stands beside a Christmas tree.
Nelson, Rossland, Tourism A day in the life: John Le Bleu, Prestige Resorts

John Le Bleu has worked his way up to the position of general manager of three Prestige hotels in B.C.'s West Kootenay.

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people who own Big Red Cats in Rossland, BC
Rossland, Tourism Don’t hide inside this winter

Big Red Cats in Rossland can bring out the adventurer in you, and help you embrace the excitement of winter recreation.

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Photo of Jumbo Mountain Resort.
Invermere, Tourism Jumbo Becomes Official Mountain Resort Municipality—Greg Deck appointed Mayor

Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Bill Bennett announced today that Cabinet has approved the incorporation of Jumbo.

Two-storey, flat-roofed, grey building bears a sign reading Flying Steamshovel Hotel Pub
Rossland, Tourism Steamshovel scoops platinum

The Flying Steamshovel Hotel and Pub achieved platinum ranking with readers of Kootenay Business magazine

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A man and young boy stand together on top of a mountain in summer
Fernie, Health & Wellness, Tourism A new book provides inspiration from a Kootenay adventurer

Matt Mosteller, a resident of Fernie, B.C., just released his first book, "The Adventurer's Guide to Living a Happy Life."

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Photo of Canfor's new planer mill
Radium Hot Springs, Forestry, Tourism New hope for a resilient B.C. village

With Canfor's sawmill reopening in the village of Radium Hot Springs, B.C., the community is celebrating new hope and perseverance through tough times.

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Photo of a guy with his kids at Kimberley Alpine Resort
Kimberley, Tourism Kimberley Alpine Resort is gearing up for another powder-filled season

There are lots of new and exciting things for skiers and riders to look forward to at Kimberley Alpine Resort in Kimberley, B.C., this season.

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Fernie, Health & Wellness, Tourism The World Snow Awards names Fernie best ski resort in North America

Fernie Alpine Resort on the powder highway in the Canadian Rockies, recently won the highly coveted award of being named the best ski resort in North America.

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Cranbrook, Environment, Technology, Tourism Riding a new high

The Canadian Rockies International Airport is recognized for its environmental, marketing and community outreach efforts.

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Kimberley, Tourism Building relationships

The Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce looks forward to continuing great relationships with the business community in the city.

by Lisa Crane
young-looking man and woman standing together with a blond curly-haired boy held between them
Kimberley, Tourism Finding a niche in Kimberley

Coming to Kimberley, B.C., could not have been a better move for Australian Grant Sharam and his family.

by Lisa Crane
Photo of people enjoyed Fairmont Hot Springs swimming pool.
Fairmont Hot Springs, Tourism Marketing changes in the Columbia Valley

Fairmont Hot Springs marketing manager Marion Garden notified everyone last week that she was leaving the resort.

Photo of Anne Pigeon presenting Dave Cochrane with the Gordon Wilder Award.
Kimberley, Tourism CMH wins the Gordon Wilder Memorial Award

Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH) based in Banff but operating primarily in the mountains of the B.C., has been awarded the 2012 Gordon Wilder Memorial Award.

Chris Dadson, retiring twenty-five veteran CEO of Kootenay Rockies Tourism.
Kimberley, Tourism Chris Dadson, CEO of Kootenay Rockies Tourism, retires

Retiring 25-year veteran CEO of Kootenay Rockies Tourism, Chris Dadson, was recognized at the organization's annual general meeting in Kimberley last week. He started with the tourism destination organization then known as the Rocky Mountain Visitors Association (RMVA) in 1987.

Small house attached to two-bay firehall, with Canada flag flying out front
Canal Flats, Tourism Village appeal

With affordable housing in a peaceful, almost-rural setting, and an unlimited number of recreational options, the village of Canal Flats, B.C. offers an attractive lifestyle.

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Tom Lymbery, owner of the Gray Creek Store on kootenay Lake
Tourism Gray Creek Pass finally opens, repair bill at $80,000

Why is this man smiling? It's Tom Lymbery, owner of the Gray Creek Store on Kootenay Lake and advocate for the re-opening of the Gray Creek Pass who is very happy to see the unpaved forest service road, connecting the East and West Kootenay, finally open.

Two smiling young men, one in a black suit and one in a red hoodie, pose for the camera
Fairmont Hot Springs, Environment, Tourism Lifeguards on duty

Two lifeguards at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort were almost caught in the July 15 mudslide, but acted quickly to alert guests in the pool.

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Blue sky and mountains are a beautiful backdrop for a lush green golf course
Fairmont Hot Springs, Tourism Fairmont Hot Springs Resort recovers

Well-trained staff and support from the community and businesses helped to get Fairmont Hot Springs Resort open again after a 19-day closure for restorations after the July 15 mudslide.

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Photo of departing Greg Garbula, 16 Year Veteran GM at Kokanee Springs.
Tourism Greg Garbula, 16-year veteran GM at Kokanee Springs, departs

In a message to friends and colleagues Greg Garbula said, "It is with great sentiment that I send this message to inform everyone of my pending departure from Kokanee Springs effective September 30th, after sixteen years of fabulous experiences, it is time to go in a new direction."

Ruth Prosser of Thunderhoof Clayworks demonstrates the art of pottery making.
Tourism Deemed a success: Arts, culture and heritage celebrated on 2012 Columbia Basin Culture Tour

On August 11th and 12th, artist’s studios, galleries, cultural and heritage sites opened their doors for the 2012 Columbia Basin Culture Tour.

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Nelson, Developments, Tourism Investing in Nelson’s future

The Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce is taking on the project of restoring the former CP Rail Station in Nelson, B.C., to transform it into a full-service regional visitor gateway and business opportunity centre.

by Lisa Crane
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Nelson, Retail, Tourism What’s new in Nelson?

Nelson, B.C., continues to be a thriving city with a vibrant downtown and expanding manufacturing and technology sectors. The Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce is there to keep the ball rolling.

by Lisa Crane
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Nelson, Tourism Loving the ride

Baldface Lodge in Nelson, B.C., offers epic backcountry snowcat skiing and snowboarding, and in February 2012 hosted a new international snowboarding competition. Owner Jeff Pensiero has realized his dream by running this world-renowned operation.

by Lisa Crane
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Nelson, Developments, Tourism Updating the Hume

The iconic Hume Hotel in Nelson, B.C., is undergoing renovations but will retain its heritage feel. General manager Ryan Martin describes what's in store.

by Lisa Crane
Photo of  Joyce and Norm Mackie, and Karen LeMoel
Developments, Tourism Ainsworth offers the whole package

Guests at Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort are seeing some impressive new upgrades.

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Grand Forks, Christina Lake, Tourism Forging connections

Boundary Country Regional Chamber of Commerce promotes collaboration among community groups, in spite of the small population and large geographical area.

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Mountains are the background for a multi-peaked wooden building facing a parking lot.
Christina Lake, Developments, Tourism Welcome to Christina Lake

The Christina Living Arts Centre in Christina Lake, B.C., houses the Welcome Centre, Arts & Artisans Society, Stewardship Society and Lisa's Lakeside Bistro.

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Cranbrook, Kimberley, Tourism Integra Air Drops Cranbrook to Edmonton Service

Too few customers flying on Integra Air's flight from Cranbrook to Edmonton ultimately doomed the commuter flight, though the Lethbridge—based company hopes to re-enter the market in the future with a bigger plane which would land in Edmonton and carry on to Fort McMurray.

Smiling man in foreground, seated beside young woman, with three young men in background, in stadium broadcast booth.
Grand Forks, Tourism Play ball!

It takes a whole community of volunteers and sponsors to produce the annual Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament; in 2012, the 32nd event will take place over the Labour Day weekend.

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Christina Lake, Cuisine, Tourism Complementing the community

With the opening of Lisa's Lakeside Bistro in the Christina Lake Living Arts Centre—also called the Welcome Centre—this community has another key attraction.

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Tom Lymbery of the Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce points to the now closed Gray Creek Pass.
Environment, Tourism Gray Creek Pass closed, rated “most important back road in B.C.”

According to Russell Musio of the Back Road Map books, the Gray Creek Pass is rated as "the most important back road in B.C., if not in Canada."

Fairmont Hot Springs, Tourism Fairmont Hot Springs staff jump for joy as resort re-opens today

Following the dramatic mudslide that sent a debris flow through Fairmont Creek and disrupted the entire village, Fairmont Hot Springs re-opens today.

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Golden, Tourism Kicking Horse Mountain Resort offers gondola access, hiking and star attraction Boo the Bear

This summer, take a gondola ride at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden—not only are you practically guaranteed to see Boo the Bear, you also have access to hiking at 7,700 feet.

Cranbrook, Tourism Report from the Canadian Rockies International Airport

Cranbrook Airport Services Ltd. along with the City of Cranbrook is pleased to announce that second quarter passenger numbers for the Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) have increased over second quarter 2011 passenger numbers.

Trail, Tourism Trail’s unique regional airport

The Trail Regional Airport, run by dedicated volunteers, supports the transportation needs of the ever-growing development in the area. Pacific Coastal has just increased its flight schedule to three flights a day.

by Lisa Crane
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Cranbrook, Kimberley, Tourism Kootenay Raft Co. expands its thrilling adventures to Cranbrook

After 15 years of safely touring rafters down five different rivers in the East Kootenay, Craig Campbell has expanded operations to include wilderness adventures on horseback and ATV.

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The entrance to Tasty Pastries features a blackboard showing all the daily specials.
Creston, Agriculture, Retail, Tourism A berry fulfilling way to make a living

When the Sproule family moved to Lister they didn’t foresee establishing a popular country market and berry patch.

by Kirsten Cook
Owners of Hotel Creston sit around a green table on that patio.
Creston, Cuisine, Developments, Tourism Our big, fun Greek business

Ask the locals in Creston for a good place to eat and they will likely recommend Jimmy’s Pub and Grill. The building also houses the Creston Hotel. It’s a family-run business that has a strong heritage in the Creston Valley.

by Kirsten Cook
Bob Johnson, wearing a plaid shirt stands in front of an iron work gate leading to a wine cellar.
Creston, Agriculture, Tourism Through the grapevine

An exciting new development in Creston agriculture is the arrival of several wineries. The Baillie-Grohman Estate Winery is one of the groundbreakers, having produced its first vintage in 2009. Since then, it has been a process of growth and discovery for this up-and-coming vineyard.

by Kirsten Cook
Owner Rob Porter hanging up some kayaks at Just Liquid Sports in Cranbrook
Cranbrook, Retail, Tourism Rob Porter’s paradise found

He morphed from isolated newcomer to sought-out recreation guide and community-builder.

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A worker at the Fernie Alpine Resort starts work on the resorts new zipline attraction.
Fernie, Tourism Fernie Alpine Resort starts construction of new aerial playground and zipline adventure

The construction of the new feature adventure in Fernie this year has just started at Fernie Alpine Resort.

The Nelson Electric Tramway Streetcar #23.
Nelson, Tourism Streetcar #23 rolls out for its 20th season

The Nelson Electric Tramway Society is very excited to be officially rolling out Streetcar #23 this May long weekend.

husband and wife beside an RV unit
Cranbrook, Tourism Convenience camping

When Menno and Christie Dueck of Cranbrook couldn’t find what they were looking for, they created a new business to fulfil that need.

Dean and Angel Romano owners of The Pickled Bean restaurant at  Cranbrook's Canadian Rockies International Airport.
Cranbrook, Cuisine, Tourism New diner opens in Canadian Rockies International Airport

Cranbrook's Canadian Rockies International Airport is now home to The Pickled Bean licensed restaurant.

Mineral hot pool in Radium hot springs, B.C.
Radium Hot Springs, Developments, Environment, Tourism Iconic hot springs in Radium to be privatized

One of the most iconic and longstanding features of Kootenay National Park is up for privatization, as Parks Canada announced this week that it is seeking an independent operator for the pools at Radium Hot Springs.

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Nelson, New Denver, Tourism Top three places to bring friends and family in the Nelson area

Wondering what to see in the West Kootenay? Here's where one local takes his visitors.

by Colin Payne
Man skiing
Golden, Tourism Kicking Horse Mountain Resort at its peak

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort had an epic season as the newest Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) resort. Matt Mosteller, vice-president of marketing and sales for RCR, is excited about the future in Golden.

by Lisa Crane
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Golden, Tourism A look at Golden’s goals

The Town of Golden has infrastructure improvements and beautification on the agenda, according to Town officials David Allen and Jon Wilsgard.

by Lisa Crane

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