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A story of transformation and conservation in Creston, B.C.

Aron Ashman and Mandy Mullen share secrets to their sizzling business success in Nelson.

The annual Business Excellence awards were held on October 27th at Key City Theatre.

Find award-winning beers at these local Kootenay area breweries

Explore this list of distilleries from across the Kootenay region in British Columbia.

Jess Paloposki first started selling Argentinian empanadas as a side hustle. Mamacita’s Empanadas is now selling these frozen pastries throughout the Kootenays

Treanne See, market manager for the Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market, explains how this historic market is still the standard bearer across the Kootenays

For the Cardinals, building a winery was both a passion and a desire that they have turned into reality with Red Bird Estate Winery

The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of the 8 Kootenay wineries—and 2 meaderies

When twins Robyn Hansen & Becky McArthur bought their first business, they each had toddlers. Now, they’re serving up frozen yogurt alongside their teenagers

It’s all about community at the Grist & Mash Brewery, where guest brews are regularly on tap and local musicians and artists are welcomed.

Community-powered local food is at the heart of the Local Store in Fernie, B.C.

Chocolate, chocolate everywhere! Chocolate shops abound in the Kootenays

The 28th Annual Revelstoke Business Excellence awards were held on November 6, 2021

KootenayBiz has chosen our top 10 thought leaders of 2021

The 22nd Annual Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held on November 18, 2021.

The owners of Burton City Cider produce Kootenay-made cider, honey and other quality products using environmentally conscious methods

Ella Harris and Breanna Fast have fulfilled their dreams of opening a cocktail bar, The Hourglass, in Kimberley, B.C.

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce 2021 Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2021

The Elkford Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards were held virtually on October 29, 2021

Inspired by her travels, Megan DeVries invested time, money and considerable elbow grease to create her flourishing mobile bar in Nelson.

Tired of the same old fast-food fare? Simply Raw offers customers a selection of healthy, good-for-you options

Trevor Semchuck and Wade Jarvis are the business partners behind Kimberley’s newest distillery, Bootleg Spirits

Morchella Market & Cafe is bringing a farm fresh feel to grocery shopping downtown Cranbrook, accompanied by the fully renovated co-working space upstairs

A new Dairy Queen Grill and Chill restaurant will occupy the old Union Hotel property in Trail, B.C.

Red Seal Chef Barrie Elliott and her team bring delicious, seasonally-inspired dishes to their catered events

Sarah Harper and Stu Smith bring the Revelstoke community together through the bounty of their harvest.

Trent Mason, Aboriginal owner of Blue Canoe Orchards in Creston, B.C., aims to distribute fresh cherries throughout the Kootenays

Craft beer lovers in Creston, B.C., are tipping a glass (or two) to the new business in town—Wild North Brewing Co.

The owners of From Scratch in Fairmont Hot Springs are responding to COVID-19 by growing and pivoting their business.

Based in Fernie, B.C., Robertson Estate Wine Vinegar produces the perfect Cabernet Sauvignon vinegar that is sought after by top chefs

Ki Mana Acres Farm near Creston, B.C., is a model for regenerative agriculture and meeting the demand of discerning consumers

11 awards were handed out at this year’s virtual Creston Business Excellence Awards gala

Growing fatter by the month: Feastify is adding 6 to 8 new communities a month across Canada

Erin Robertson and Dennis Lavoie are the urban farmers behind this new startup superfood business

Chris Policar and Ryan “Butter” Karl, new owners of The Station Pub in Invermere, B.C., have major upgrades in the works for their restaurant

The new campaign aims to help food and beverage businesses that have been impacted by the latest round of provincial health orders.

Chocolate alchemist Beth Campbell of Viva Cacao in Slocan, B.C., has advice on scaling up a small business

Alpenglow Superfood Bakery uses ingredients that are organic, wholesome and nutrient-dense, yet still delicious

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

Maraih Tarasoff and Marina Stropky started off as high school friends at Mount Baker, and ended up being well-matched business partners

14 Kimberley businesses and individuals garnered praise for their excellence this year

It was an evening of online celebration and virtual toasts to the winners of the 2020 Trail Business Excellence Awards.

Despite a challenging year, KootenayBiz told many inspiring and informative stories—here are our Top 10 from 2020

Viibrant Earth Cafe and Bistro is a welcomed boutique eatery in the tiny community of Canal Flats, B.C.

Luz Hernandez, owner and chef of Su Casa Authentic Mexican Kitchen in Windermere, B.C., runs her restaurant with her four children

The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Excellence Awards, virtual-style, on November 7th

One lady’s incredible jam journey in Elkford, B.C. started with pina colada

The owner of the Revelstoke Sugar Shack is a promoter of smiles and sweet gestures in an otherwise difficult time.

Spunky young entrepreneur’s coffee is flowing across the Kootenays and Canada from Rooftop Coffee Roasters in Fernie, B.C.