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Cranbrook, Education 24 Basin residents receive award to pursue education

Thanks to their commitments to volunteering, 24 Basin residents have received a $2,000 CBT Service Award

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Cranbrook, Tourism A totally different perspective

The hike up Fisher Peak is breathtaking on any day, but Jon Pedersen said his moonlit ascent in September was extra special.

by DaleAnn Shellborn
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Cranbrook, Kimberley, Real Estate, Tourism Getting from here to there

Integra Air is making it easy to commute from the Kootenays to northern Alberta.

by Gerald Vander Pyl
Cranbrook, Education New daycare facility opens at college

Many people turned out for the official opening of the Young Parents Education program’s (YPEP) daycare facility at College of the Rockies on November 8.

Cranbrook Proud of their products, proud of their people

The changes taking place at Caliper Machine & Hydraulics are making it a place its employees can be proud to work in.

by Glynis Fediuk
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Cranbrook, Retail, Technology A new generation of information

Stephen and Don Wik are demonstrating how two heads are better than one. Together, this father-son team is ensuring the Rocky Mountain Printers are staying at the front of the fast-paced printing industry.

by Glynis Fediuk
Cranbrook, Developments Just Music moves to high visibility location in Cranbrook

Music store owner Lowell Threinen has taken his business down the street, literally.

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Cranbrook, Cuisine, Retail A taste of home

Biltong Canada, owned by Rod and Mal Paterson, is in its sixth year of selling biltong and other South African-style products.

by Lisa Crane
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Cranbrook, Health & Wellness, Retail Service with a warm smile

Medichair Kootenay/Boundary is a platinum winner in the 2011 Best of Business Awards, and we had a chance to talk to co-owner Dana Tippe.

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Cranbrook The strongest foundations

Chad Jensen, the president of New Dawn Developments, feels fortunate to work alongside his father, Rick Jensen.

by Glynis Fediuk
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Cranbrook, Developments, Health & Wellness A centre for Kootenay kids

The Kootenay Child Development Centre, a hub for children's health, is set to open in Cranbrook in April 2012.

by Lisa Crane
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Cranbrook, Creston Tales to be cherished

This author and artist team are bringing children's stories to life with their new company, Whimsical Publishing.

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Cranbrook, Retail The sporting life

Iain MacLeod owns High Country Sportswear, a store that connects outdoor aficionados with the latest and greatest gear. MacLeod feels proud of running a successful local endeavor and in building on the sound business formerly owned by his stepfather, Terry Miller.

by Glynis Fediuk
Cranbrook, Developments Harley-Davidson of the Kootenay moves to new location on Cranbrook’s strip

Co-owner and manager of Harley-Davidson of the Kootenays, Diane Pawlechko, has relocated the dealership across Cranbrook Street, next to the Import Auto Group.

Cranbrook, Education Playing a numbers game

Kjol Bjordal, a student in the College of the Rockies's Business Administration Program, won the inaugural Business Administration Entrance Award. Bjordal told Kootenay Business a bit about his studies.

by Glynis Fediuk
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Cranbrook, Developments BC Hydro and Tree Canada to support Cranbrook beautification project

BC Hydro and Tree Canada will be providing up to $6,500 in funding toward a beautification project in the City of Cranbrook.

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Cranbrook, Developments New commercial electrical company in town

Westcana Electric of Nelson has expanded and established a new branch location in Cranbrook's industrial park.

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Cranbrook, Developments, Real Estate A true and original Kootenay success story

New Dawn Developments' president, Chad Jensen, talks about the company's many diverse projects that are on the books or in development in the region and beyond.

by Dan Williams
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Cranbrook, Environment, Health & Wellness, Technology X-ray vision now used in pest control

Cornelius Murphy has armed his company, Cranbrook Pest Control, with a new tool in the fight against pests.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Retail Cranbrook’s Tamarack Centre hires new marketing director

Miriam Johnson is Tamarack Centre's new marketing director, and she is excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.

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Cranbrook, Education, Retail Much more than sticks, picks and strings

Just Music in Cranbrook has gone from 1,500 square feet to well over 8,000 square feet—moving to a more prominent location on the Strip.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Kimberley, Financial Free minor sports grant writing workshops

Two free workshops on writing grants for minor and amateur sports will be offered on Saturday, October 29 in both Cranbrook and Kimberley.

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Cranbrook, Real Estate Cranbrook realtor leads the way with on-location QR codes

Cutting-edge technology comes to the Kootenay real estate market as Cranbrook realtor Sandy Smith introduces QR codes into the local home buying market.

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Cranbrook, Developments, Environment You see all the good, and you see all the bad

Cranbrook’s outgoing mayor, Scott Manjak, was relaxed yet passionate as he spoke about the accomplishments of his officeover the last three years.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Tourism Allyson Blake new marketing director at St. Eugene Golf Resort

Here is an announcement message from Allyson Blake as she moves on to her new position at St. Eugene.

Cranbrook Cranbrook company captures major award

Cranbrook Interior Woodwork recently was a silver award winner at the Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada's annual ceremony.

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Cranbrook, Education, Financial, Retail, Tourism The Cranbrook & District Chamber of Commerce leads the way provincially

Many, many good things are happening at the Cranbrook & District Chamber of Commerce.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Developments New building—franchisee wanted

Located behind the new Wendy’s restaurant, just off Cranbrook Street ("the strip"), is a new building designed to house a new Lube-X franchise.

Cranbrook, Cuisine Queen of cakes

Jennifer Johns and Paul Dalcanale are doing amazing things with baked goods in their business, JJ's Custom Cakery.

Cranbrook, Tourism Welcome to the new Turret room at the Almo

Turret room at the Almo Court undergoes a total renovation.

Cranbrook, Golden Six new members join CBT’s Youth Advisory Committee

New and old YAC members meet for orientation and September meeting in Golden.

Cranbrook, Education Career and Job Fair 2011 creates and awards new business admin entrance award

Kootenay Business magazine, partnered with the Cranbrook and District Chamber of Commerce and College of the Rockies, created the new Business Administration Entrance Awards worth $1,300, in conjunction with the annual Career and Job Fair held each spring at the college.

Cranbrook, Developments, Real Estate East Kootenay Realty purchases Highland Real Estate

The largest real estate firm in the Kootenays, Royal LePage East Kootenay Realty (based in Cranbrook), recently purchased competing realty company Highland Real Estate in Cranbrook.

Cranbrook, Education Explore new courses at the college this fall

Exciting new Continuing Education courses are currently tempting students to expand their knowledge and sign up for classes at the Cranbrook and Kimberley campuses of College of the Rockies.

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Cranbrook, Technology Computer company on the move

So many Cranbrook customers were making the drive up to No Shorts Electronics in Kimberley that proprietor Dave McGuire decided to set up a second shop in Cranbrook.

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Cranbrook, Education COTR Board elects new board chair and vice-chair

The board of governors of College of the Rockies is pleased to announce the election of a new board chair and vice-chair during its regular meeting held on September 15, 2011.

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Cranbrook, Education COTR board of governors announces appointments

The Board of Governors of College of the Rockies (COTR) is pleased to announce the appointment of one new board member and the reappointment of three members effective July 31, 2011.

Cranbrook, Retail Taking a page from the American retail playbook

Black Friday in Cranbrook, slated for November 18, is part of the 10 Per Cent Shift—the initiative encouraging residents to spend 10 per cent of their disposable income locally.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Developments, Real Estate Breaking ground for a new development

Fisher Peak Townhomes, which broke ground in summer 2011, will offer affordable entry-level homes with lots of pluses.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Education, Health & Wellness Plan to improve the lives of street-involved youth

Street-involved youth in Cranbrook and area are the focus of a new business plan being developed by Operation Street Angel.

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Cranbrook, Education Take your business idea to the next level!

Do you have a business idea that you'd like to put into action?

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Cranbrook, Retail The next generation of Bumble Tree

Bumble Tree sells environmentally friendly, safe and globally responsible children's products, said new owner Megan Lescanec.

by Lisa Crane
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Cranbrook, Elkford, Health & Wellness Wellness is close to home

This naturopathic doctor has joined forces with other reputable practitioners to bring holistic healing to the Cranbrook community.

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Cranbrook, Developments, Retail A richness in wood and history

Cranbrook Interior Woodwork president Blair Cooke is proud of and enthusiastic about the business's accomplishments since taking over from the founders in 2003.

by Dan Williams
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Cranbrook, Retail Visions in art and business

Owners Nicole and Larry Leblond opened Fisher Peak Art Galley and Fine Gifts in Cranbrook in June of 2010. The gallery represents more than 60 artists and a variety of disciplines.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Developments Affordable seniors housing opens in Cranbrook

Thirty-six brand new modular units for seniors and persons with disabilities have been completed in Cranbrook, with tenants moving into Baker Gardens in late September.

by Dan Williams
Cranbrook, Education Internationally renowned author, historian and naturalist, Jack Nisbet, to give a presentation

September 7th, residents of Cranbrook and the East Kootenay will have the opportunity to learn about one of the area's most important historical confluences—the coming together of European and First Nation societies.

Cranbrook, Developments Denham Ford to build new dealership at Cranbrook’s entrance

Denham Ford is planning to relocate to the high-visibility entrance of Cranbrook's strip once their new building is built.

Cranbrook, Education Free non-profit management course at COTR

Non-profit societies of the Kootenays can energize their organizations with a funded seat in the highly successful Non-profit Management course at College of the Rockies starting September 10.

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