The facility will be approximately 30,000 square feet and will contain office and crew space, material storage and a dedicated Emergency Operations Centre.
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Jeanne Shaw uses her experience as a teacher and her passion for pets to help people understand what their dogs are trying to tell them.
by Kirsten ArmlederHere are some ways you can have fun with your dog that will be of benefit to both you and your canine friend.
by Kirsten ArmlederChad Bullock’s new mobile repair business, Kootenay Auto Worx, is out and about in Castlegar
by Kyle BornA grassroots group of entrepreneurs and likeminded community individuals are working together to build an engaged network to support innovation in Castlegar
Adam Pomeroy’s bicycle business allows him to have fun, stay fit and enjoy his environment, and to help others do the same.
by Marie MilnerLifelong animal lover Kris Koop, owner of Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm, provides care for pets through his products and services.
by Marie MilnerCharlotte Ferreux is a Certified High Performance Coach and founder of Thrive Consulting
by Kyle BornGoodman is the host of Democracy Now, an independent global news program.
These Castlegar residents demonstrate the vision, patience and work ethic that it takes to grow their community.
by Marie MilnerCastlegar is buzzing these days with the exciting prospect of building a new, ultra-modern Chamber of Commerce and visitors centre building.
“Our employer exhibitors find the Career Fair a valuable venue to recruit to their organization or business,” says Amy Byers, College Recruitment Specialist.
In Castlegar, collaboration is seen as a common-sense measure that leverages the resources of individuals and groups for maximum effect.
by Marie MilnerImproved Internet service in Castlegar opens new possibilities for Chris Brien, his partners and the staff of Pinnacle Professional Accounting.
by Marie MilnerAdam Pomeroy and Rob Gretchen have opened a bike shop in Castlegar, B.C., and business is good.
by Marie MilnerThe owner of the Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm in Castlegar loves critters and their people.
by Marie MilnerIn his new role as President and CEO, Johnny Strilaeff will rely on his experience as a Basin resident and on his work experience with the Trust since 2005.
by Marie MilnerTracey Butler, DOCS for Castlegar, B.C., is all about teamwork, serving the public and keeping things real.
by Marie MilnerThe difficult geography, challenging mountainous terrain and low-ceiling weather conditions have often plagued the airport's year-round accessibility.
“Dollars with Sense” is a program that is fun and interactive and provides practical information to students about money and debt.
Shifting to electric cars is needed in the Kootenays as our current transportation accounts for 60 per cent of our total greenhouse gas emissions
by Virginia RaschA variety of programs are filling the need for skilled labour in the Kootenays, with both high schools and colleges offering ways into the trades.
by Galadriel WatsonWayne Postnikoff: home matchmaker.
by Kyle BornFocusing on people yields results.
by Kyle BornJim Bradbury of Playmor Power Products turned his passion for snowmobiling into a business.
by Kyle BornThe two old chemistry labs on the Castlegar Campus were well-maintained and functional, but dated back 50 years to the original construction of the college.
Experts agree that there is likely to be a shift in pulp prices due to capacity exceeding demand.
by Danielle CameronFor five decades, this college has served the West Kootenay well
by Sandra AlbersThere are exciting updates on two major applied research and innovation initiatives of the Selkirk Geospatial Research Centre (SGRC): Open Data and UAVs.
If you’re looking for adventure, Get Lost Adventure Centre in Rossland, B.C., can hook you up with exciting outdoor activities year round.
by Marie MilnerTo help raise awareness and funds Endless Adventure is hosting an online photo contest and an endless fundraising campaign.
The new Kootenay Operation Centre near Castlegar's airport will centralize many of FortisBC's key operations.
Our research rewarded us with information about a few of Nelson’s most influential business people.
by Marie MilnerDeserving Castlegar businesses, individuals and organizations were recognized at the recent Excellence Awards banquet.
Rossland, Castlegar and the South Slocan will be receiving funding for projects in their communities.
Come sit down at Dawn's Early Rising Sunshine Cafe for a family meal
by Kimberly ShellbornEric Lawson replaces Chuck Bennett, who had been group publisher since 2007.
Kootenay Business Magazine will announce the winners of the 2016 Women in Business awards at luncheons in the East Kootenay and West Kootenay
by Kimberly ShellbornSylvia Caldwell wants to actively grow a vibrant food industry in the Kootenays.
Students from all over the Kootenays took the stage to compete in the Junior Dragons Den championship held at the Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail.
A grant from FortisBC will help the college take a closer look at energy use and setting new goals for reduction.
The new Applied Research and Innovation Centre in Castlegar provides Selkirk College students a learning environment equipped with the latest technology.
The fair was open to students from across the Kootenay Boundary region and featured 95 projects in experiments, innovation, and research.
New location supports better customer service for regional electricity customers
Imagine Kootenay (IK) focuses on highlighting the region as a great place to work, and excellent area to invest and an amazing place to live.
Here's a list of Kootenay Golf Course opening dates we have been able to track down.
Kootenay Business sought out the top 40 young business leaders in the Kootenay/Boundary/ Revelstoke areas to honour this group of under-40-year-old rising stars
His family, his business and his community are top priorities for Florio Vassilakakis of Castlegar, B.C.
Jordan Perkins of Castlegar's Boston Pizza is empowering his community and his staff.
by Marie Milner