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Nelson Perfecting pedigrees

Glacier Alpacas and Golden Retrievers is a quality breeding enterprise, renowned for their golden retrievers and alpacas.

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Castlegar, Technology Blending creativity and technology

The staff at Breeding Fields in Castlegar take a novel approach to computer programming.

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Fernie, Health & Wellness Reach your pinnacle

Pinnacle Pilates in Fernie encourages Kootenay residents to stay fit and healthy.

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Kimberley, Health & Wellness, Tourism A spiritual journey

Spirit Trail Adventures offers a one-of-a-kind selection of memorable activities and therapeutic resources.

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Rossland A fresh new face

Carmen Adams has taken Rossland by storm, with her award-winning business, Fresh Photography.

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Nelson Your four-legged friends are in good hands

All Play Pet Care and Adventures satisfies a niche market in Nelson.

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Cranbrook Meeting the creative demand

Nicole and Larry Leblond made it their business to exhibit Kootenay talent—literally—by opening Fisher Peak Art Gallery in Cranbrook, B.C.

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Nelson, Health & Wellness Get away from it all

Maureen Uhrich and Henry Moscalenko were looking for a glorious setting to open Aries B&B and Wellness Resort; what better place than the Kootenays?

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Kimberley Feel at home in the alpine

Tucked away in the friendly town of Kimberley, Alpen Café and Guesthouse is run by Jason Truscott and his partner, Sofie Pettersson.

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Invermere She’s a wrap artist

If you are looking for that special gift, Jayne Magri’s got you covered with It’s a Wrap! Specialty Gifts & Baskets, her home-based business in Wilmer.

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Keri Leeb holding a basket of cleaning supplies
Kimberley A clean perspective

Keri Leeb had enough of harsh, toxic cleaning chemicals. Her business, A Clean Alternative, has been blossoming in Kimberley ever since.

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Invermere Decorate with culture

Te Papa Nui Antiques will have you enamoured with a grand selection of worldly treasures.

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Darlene Lacey standing in a home
Cranbrook, Real Estate Turning houses into homes

Always the go-to girl for home decorating advice, Darlene Lacey was honing her skills long before she became president of her new enterprise, Style On Staging.

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Nelson Bring on the music

Where would any celebration be without great music? No need to worry about that, because Colin Seed has been rocking the Kootenays with his DJ service company.

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Creston, Health & Wellness Another step in an ongoing journey

Lucka Hegerova has opened Motion Yoga Center in Creston, B.C., and is already making a positive impact on the community.

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Nelson Beauty is bliss

Born and raised in the Nelson area, Rebecca Wilcox has returned to her home town to open SkinBliss Laser and Body Clinic.

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Marion Mazzocchi holding a rack of remedies
Health & Wellness The elements of health

Marion Mazzocchi has an impressive history in the health-care industry. She now owns Elemental Energies in Slocan Park.

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Sharing the wisdom

Chris Holland’s wealth of experience and positive attitude has made Juggernaut Marketing Communications a vital resource for companies.

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Equine excellence

Surrounded by mountains in the verdant Slocan Valley, Valhalla Andalusians’ horses are bred for quality.

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Rossland Walk with conscience

The Red Pair Shoe Store is bringing great shoes to the Kootenays, with ecological ethics in mind.

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Jacki Cammidge kneeling beside a garden
Grand Forks In touch with the earth

Jacki Cammidge runs a company called Drought Smart Plants, supplying other botanical enthusiasts with an impressive array of succulent and rare plants.

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Kaslo Inspired by the Kootenays

Honey Candles has been manufacturing and shipping 100 per cent pure beeswax candles all over the world for 16 years.

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Marissa Moore in her office
Revelstoke, Health & Wellness Holistic healing

At Wildflower Wellness in Revelstoke, B.C., owner Marissa Moore has developed an authentic Canadian spa.

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Nelson Unconventional craftsmanship

MHP Enterprises, located just outside Nelson, B.C., is not your average family-owned Kootenay business.

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Nelson, Health & Wellness Keeping it fresh and flavourful

Endless Harvest brings a healthy variety to Kootenay diets, with their organic market and home delivery service.

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Raffo and Lynch standing beside some of their ceramic work
Kaslo Architectural innovators

When Sergio Raffo and Kiara Lynch met at an international ceramics workshop in Cuba, they could never have guessed where their talents would lead them.

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Emmie standing next to a rack of candles
Creston A rewarding endeavour

Emmie Roelofse is bringing her style and spark to Kootenay Candles.

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Castlegar Lighting up the town

Florio Vassilakakis is co-owner and general manager of the Element Club Bar & Grill—the hottest location for nightlife in Castlegar, BC.

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Nelson Raising the bar

Frolix Design is a groundbreaking graphic design company based out of Nelson, B.C. Brad Steele founded the company 13 years ago, after a high-tech career running in-house design departments.

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Tod Caton standing in front of a tour bus
Kimberley Pursuing life’s passion

Tod Caton is a man with a passion for travel and adventure, and he's not afraid to live his dream.

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Nelson Challenging the status quo

Current buyers are seeking eco-friendly and health-conscious housing alternatives, and TRC Timberworks & Natural Homes exceeds that demand.

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Creston Photography with flair

Natalie Santano has been skilled with a camera since she was quite young.

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Nelson Making prosperity happen

Nelson, B.C., resident Rik Logtenberg is an environmentalist with a mission.

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Creston Just the pro to call

Long-time Creston resident Kitt Santano has an aptitude for computer technology, and that skill has served him well.

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Cranbrook A rock-solid industry

When Rick Klassen started Kootenay Granite Plus three years ago, his research told him that Cranbrook, B.C., was just the right place to be.

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Invermere A quality reputation

David Ridge has proudly created the Home Renovation Centre, the newest division of Ridge Construction Ltd.

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Nakusp, Tourism A new way to tour Nakusp

Rosemary Hughes had a grand vision in mind when she started up Mountain Valley Farms, a horse and carriage touring company.

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Invermere Seek the unique at Three Bears Gift Shop

With much consideration and careful planning, Daryl and Wendy Stankewich started up this warmly engaging store with elegant decor and enticing merchandise.

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