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
West Kootenay, Nelson, Cuisine, Small Business
East Kootenay, Fernie
From river to roofline: Freestone Construction is based on quality, sustainability and community
Owner Jack Norris shares the philosophy, challenges and momentum behind the award‑winning company.
by Danielle Brost
Featured Product
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Small Business, Featured Businesses, Featured Product, Featured Stories
The 5 Most Common Pests in the Kootenays and How to Stop Them
How to Deal with the Most Common Pests in the Kootenays, Including Mice, Carpenter Ants, Wasps, Spiders, and Seed Bugs
Small Business
How to write a cold email that actually works in 6 steps
Writing effective cold emails that get a response is possible by following some easy-to-do steps
by Kerry Shellborn
Business Beat, East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Education
First bilingual youth Science & Tech Program launched in Kootenays by KAST
Celebrating Kootenay biodiversity, the GLOWS program is part of Science Literary Week 2020
by Julie Matchett
Featured Story
West Kootenay, Trail, Small Business, Featured Stories
Trail Chamber celebrates entrepreneurial spirit
The Trail & District Chamber of Commerce supports the area’s entrepreneurial spirit with many services, including the monthly blog Chamber Stories
Seeking entrepreneurs
Do you know a successful business entrepreneur? We are always looking for innovative and noteworthy people to feature.
Green Scene, 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.
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, Cranbrook
Spirit of the Rockies Festival
With food, sports and entertainment galore, the Spirit of the Rockies festival is returning to Cranbrook.
Business Beat, West Kootenay, Castlegar
Castlegar’s Economic Development Strategy requires feedback from residents
A community survey is being conducted to help develop a vision of Castlegar’s future
by Julie Matchett
Money Talk, Financial
Value your employees
Results from the Business Outlook Survey for British Columbia
by Lou Rogers
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
Featured Product
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Small Business, Featured Businesses, Featured Product, Featured Stories
The 5 Most Common Pests in the Kootenays and How to Stop Them
How to Deal with the Most Common Pests in the Kootenays, Including Mice, Carpenter Ants, Wasps, Spiders, and Seed Bugs
Green Scene, West Kootenay, Environment
10 West Kootenay governments have voted for 100% renewable energy by 2050
The 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign for clean energy, led by the West Kootenay EcoSociety, continues to grow, adding No. 10: Fruitvale
by Virginia Rasch
