Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Joey Christensen, owner of Yogi Berri Café in Trail, B.C., has more food options than a pic-a-nic basket

Successful in their busy day-jobs, these are people who find time and energy to enrich their community.

The new mayor of Castlegar is well acquainted with infrastructure and what it means to the city’s ability to function.

“Economic development is about turning community visions into plans and implementing them to achieve goals.” — Ange Qualizza, mayor of Fernie

Environmental education programs have immediate and long-lasting effects

After years of struggling with its image and its economy, Canal Flats is on the threshold of becoming “Village Beautiful, Village Prosperous.”

Convenient, affordable transportation is key to a community’s livability, and BC Transit is providing that key in many small communities.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Kyla Gent and Milena Huebener, owners of Glow Decor Rentals in Invermere, B.C., rent vintage and modern lounge furniture for idyllic weddings and events

Al Miller, a 30-year resident of Invermere, is a business owner and the district’s new mayor.

David Wilks, mayor of Sparwood, B.C., utilizes his diverse background of professions to better serve his municipality

Ron Toyota talks about his 10 years as mayor and the accomplishments of the team at Creston’s Town Hall.

John Pumphrey, president of North Coal in Sparwood, B.C., discusses what his company is up to with regards to the Michel Coal Project

Lee Pratt likes to get things done, with good results for the people affected. “We’re regular people, doing a job,” he said.

After four years, John Dooley has returned to the position of mayor of Nelson. This term will give him a total of 13 years in the role.

“I have a clear understanding of my role and clear expectations of myself and others in achieving our shared purpose.”—Lisa Pasin, Trail’s mayor

As one of Golden’s largest employers—with 39 employees—Canadian Timberframes Ltd., owned by Jeff and Stephanie Bowes, is on a roll these days

The best X Games snowmobilers in the world are coming to Cranbrook, B.C., on Family Day weekend for CBK-X Winter Blitzville