Floris 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 BornBusiness Beat
What’s new in Kootenay business
The Kootenay communities live and breathe creativity, ingenuity, and talent. From the colourful summer markets of Invermere to the tailored boutiques in Nelson, it’s the people behind the scenes that make business in the Kootenays something to be proud of.
Are you a business owner—or know of a business—in the Kootenays with something new and exciting happening with the company? Please submit your information, and we will follow up with you for a possible entry on this page.
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East Kootenay, Kimberley, Cuisine, Retail, Small Business
Good to great: Kimberley’s Grater Good has new owners
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Technology, Transportation
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Three Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative
by Julie Matchett
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
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
Is your business one of the Top 100 Kootenay Employers?
Many diverse companies and businesses call the Kootenay area home. Fill out our form with your business information if you have over 50 employees.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Kimberley
Send your kids on a summertime adventure in Kimberley and Cranbrook
Wildsight is hosting fun summer day camps for kids ages seven to 12
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Cuisine, Small Business
Summertime heat got you beat? Head to Twisted Peaks Frozen Yogurt—the coolest spot in Cranbrook
A new store in downtown Cranbrook is turning up the coolness factor with their frozen yogurt treats
by Julie Matchett
West Kootenay, Nelson, Small Business, Technology
Nelson Innovation Centre brings tech community together
Born out of a desire to connect connect tech companies, innovators and entrepreneurs with the support they need, the Nelson Innovation Centre is now open.
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, Creston, Agriculture, Cuisine, Small Business
Wynndel Craft Distilleries creates award-winning spirits in Creston Valley
Pat Meerholz, co-owner of Wynndel Craft Distilleries in Creston Valley, B.C., handcrafts award-winning brandy, gin, rum, vodka, liqueur and schnapps
by Kyle Born
West Kootenay, Salmo, Cuisine, Entertainment and Hospitality, Small Business
Beer from Salmo’s new brewery is as natural as the water it’s made from
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by Kyle Born
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Small Business
Shop local and celebrate small business
Local businesses form the heart of any community. Has a local business gone above and beyond? Tell us about it.
by Julie Matchett
West Kootenay, Real Estate
West Kootenay PropertyGuys.com franchise owners honoured by prestigious award
PropertyGuys.com franchise owners, Simon and Stephanie Jones, take home gold at the recent Canadian Franchise Association awards
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Education, Financial, Small Business
Columbia Basin Trust program expansions offer assistance to struggling small businesses
Low-interest loans, wage subsidies and tuition funding are among the support measures being offered to the region’s businesses and residents.
by Julie Matchett
West Kootenay, Nelson, Small Business, Technology
Secure by Design makes sense of the internet
This award-winning internet service provider keeps the Kootenays connected
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Education, Financial, Small Business, Technology
Are you a small business or start-up looking to raise capital? This virtual info-session may help
The B.C. government is hosting a free webinar to answer questions about free trade and the province's Small Business Venture Capital program.
by Julie Matchett
West Kootenay, Rossland, Education
An innovative Rossland learning centre sees huge interest in digital education
With students and teachers poised to return to school, how will the future of education post-pandemic look?
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Financial
Columbia Basin Trust funding to help alleviate pandemic impact to communities
$11.7 million in new funding is available for businesses and community services affected by the ongoing pandemic
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, West Kootenay
Are you Open for Business?
Finding new, innovative ways to help customers is the new normal for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Are you open for business? Let us know.
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Financial, Small Business
Online survey highlights impact of pandemic to B.C. businesses
B.C.’s small businesses make recommendations on the types of support they would like to see from governments
by Julie Matchett
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Small Business
How is COVID-19 impacting your business?
Businesses across the Kootenays are stepping up to help their fellow citizens—share your business story.
