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Picture of bulldozer and Idlewild Park in the background.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Developments, Environment, Financial Cranbrook’s $2.8M Idlewild Dam restoration project well underway

The Idlewild Park Draft Master Plan Open House will be held at the Manual Training School beside the Cranbrook library on September 20—the public is invited.

Mike Delich and Angela Morgan at the award winning Snow Creek Cabins in Fernie.
East Kootenay, Fernie, Developments, Entertainment and Hospitality, Real Estate, Tourism Internationally inspired home building

Contemporary quality designs characterize Fernie Vacation Properties.

View from the Westside Legacy Trail overlooking Lake Windermere.
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Developments Basin Recreation infrastructure enhanced

Twenty recreation projects encouraging active lifestyles are getting under way thanks to help from the Trust’s Recreation Infrastructure Grants program.

Picture of Highway 3 Alberta sign, with motorcycle parked along shoulder of road.
Developments, Education, Financial Alberta funds Highway 3 study update

The Government of Alberta is investing nearly $10,000 on an updated cost-benefit study related to twinning Highway 3.

Picture of a treehouse development.
West Kootenay, Revelstoke, Developments, Tourism RMR opposes “Treehouse Hotel” — Revelstoke council approves phased development

Revelstoke council voted 5 to 2 in favour of the project, in a revised development format.

Graphic of proposed roundabout upgrades in Revelstoke.
West Kootenay, Revelstoke, Developments, Transportation Revelstoke Council awards $1.8 million Gateway roundabout upgrades to local contractor

Speers Construction was determined to provide the best proposal for acceptance by the City.

Picture of skier standing on mountainside with view of distant mountains and clouds.
West Kootenay, Rossland, Developments, Entertainment and Hospitality, Financial, Real Estate, Tourism RED Mountain makes history to secure future via equity crowdfunding

RED Mountain is bucking the trend of MegaResort mergers and acquisitions and taking its next capital campaign to the people via equity crowdfunding.

Photo of Tyee Homes Base Camp sign.
East Kootenay, Kimberley, Developments Base Camp Kimberley now under construction

The new Base Camp development consists of 10 building lots which border the Peak to Platzl Trail and are only minutes from the Alpine Resort base.

A home built by Tyee Homes.
East Kootenay, Kimberley, Developments, Real Estate A community for the East Kootenay

Forest Crowne is a cohesive community in a tranquil setting

Group picture of Columbia Basin Trust board members.
Developments, Education, Financial Columbia Basin Trust on solid financial footing

Over $31 million in programs and services were delivered to Columbia Basin residents and communities last year.

Whitewater rafting is one of many activities available through Get Lost Adventure Centre in Rossland, B.C.
West Kootenay, Castlegar, Nelson, Rossland, Trail, Developments, Entertainment and Hospitality, Tourism The Get Lost adventure

If you’re looking for adventure, Get Lost Adventure Centre in Rossland, B.C., can hook you up with exciting outdoor activities year round.

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Picture showing large building with blue sky in background.
Cranbrook, Developments, Health & Wellness Golden Life Management moves to new corporate offices

Golden Life has grown into the Kootenays largest seniors housing and care provider as well as the sixth largest employer.

Mike Martin, mayor of Trail, B.C., enjoys the view from the partly-completed Columbia River Skywalk.
Trail, Developments, Tourism A legacy takes shape in Trail

Trail, B.C., is acquiring necessary infrastructure replacement along with recreational, cultural and travel amenities and a beautified skyline.

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FortisBC management, local dignitaries, civil officials and representatives from area First Nations groups were all on hand at the offical sod-turning ceremony for the FortisBC Kootenay Operation Centre.
Castlegar, Developments, Energy, Technology Ground breaking at new FortisBC Operation Centre in Castlegar

The new Kootenay Operation Centre near Castlegar's airport will centralize many of FortisBC's key operations.

Picture of owner Erna Jenson, and her new business 'de-lights', a gelato shop in downtown Kimberley.
East Kootenay, Kimberley, Cuisine, Developments, Health & Wellness, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Part II: Entrepreneurial spirit alive and well in Kimberley

New and exciting business ventures are changing the face of this increasingly hip mountain town.

Building being renovated, with fence around construction site.
Creston, Developments, Retail Major renovations underway at Northstar Creston

The GM dealership in Creston is getting a much-needed facelift this summer.

An artist's rendition of the new Trail Riverfront Centre.
Trail, Developments New Trail Riverfront Centre - library and museum drawings unveiled

The Riverfront Centre Building Committee recently revealed the drawings for the proposed new Library and Museum during Trail's Silver City Days festival.

Marty Williams, councillor for the ?aq?am Community, and Chase Thielen of Silverado Construction
Cranbrook, Developments, First Nations

Silverado Construction has a contract to build a combined gymnasium and community centre for the ʔaq̓am Community.

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Ralph Casemore and Tanya Wall are redeveloping the former Kootenay Hotel in Creston. The new facility, called Casey's Community House, will likely open in spring of 2017.
Creston, Developments, Entertainment and Hospitality, Real Estate, Small Business, Tourism Kootenay Hotel redux

A bright new future is planned for the former Kootenay Hotel in Creston, B.C.

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Heddlestone Village has a pedestrian common path with homes on both sides. A woman is using a community cart and a boy is playing roller hockey.
Nelson, Developments, Energy, Environment Intentional community in Nelson, B.C., wins efficiency award

FortisBC awarded Nelson’s Heddlestone Village an Efficiency in Action award

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Construction on what will be one of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in North America is underway in the City of Trail.
Trail, Developments, Transportation Trail’s $14.7M suspension bridge construction well underway

Once constructed, the bridge will span almost 1000 feet across the Columbia River, from downtown Trail to East Trail.

Allan Broom, the Kootenay Co-op's newest general manager, stands outside the store's 225 Baker Street location which will soon be a place of the past.
Nelson, Developments, Health & Wellness Introducing the Kootenay Co-op’s new general manager — Allan Broom

From international big business to Nelson’s premier health food store Allan Broom has returned home to help guide the Kootenay Co-op into their new store.

by Louis Bockner
Russell Precious (left) and Deirdre Lang — co-project managers of the Nelson Commons development — stand in front of the nearly completed building that will serve as both a new store for the Kootenay Co-op and home to 54 condo owners.
Nelson, Developments, Health & Wellness Nelson Commons: co-op, condos and more

Nelson’s Kootenay Co-op has become a developer as well as health food store, and will be welcoming new neighbours at the Nelson Commons

by Louis Bockner
The Mandala Custom Homes team on the the porch of the MCH show home in 6-mile outside of Nelson, B.C.
Nelson, Developments, Environment Mandala Custom Homes — blurring the lines of design, art, business, and play.

Kootenay Business sits down with Lars Chose and Rachel Ross — co-owners of Mandala Custom Homes — to talk about the interconnectedness of business and passion.

by Louis Bockner
Michael Delich being recognized at a recent Kelowna gala for his leadership in the housing industry by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association.
Fernie, Developments, Real Estate Michael Delich and Fernie Home Builders receive recognition and award for housing excellence

Fernie Home Builders, owned and operated by Michael Delich, won a prestigious award in the Detached Home category.

Graphic of Arq Mountain Centre.
Cranbrook, Developments, Financial, Health & Wellness, Tourism Arq meets Indiegogo: Local climbing gym turns to crowdsource funding to finish project

The facility will feature state-of-the-art climbing walls, a fitness area, kid specific walls and playground, wellness, food and beverage.

Deb Kozak was elected mayor of Nelson, B.C., in November 2014.
Nelson, Developments Nelson check-in, 2016

Within its budget, the City of Nelson is following a long-term plan to keep its infrastructure healthy and its business community thriving.

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Kaylyn Gervais, Community Relationships Manager for Columbia Basin East.
Cranbrook, Developments Welcome Kaylyn Gervais

The Columbia Basin Trust is pleased to welcome Kaylyn Gervais to the role of Community Relationships Manager for Columbia Basin East.

Picture of the new Revelstoke Snowmobile Welcome Centre.
Revelstoke, Developments, Tourism Official opening of the Revelstoke Snowmobile Welcome Centre

The Revelstoke Snowmobile Welcome Centre will provide a great entry point to a large snowmobile area in the community that attracts thousands of tourists.

Cranbrook, Developments 2016 Georgie Awards handed out to 44 B.C. winners at gala celebration

The Georgie Awards celebrate excellence in home building by members of the Canadian Home Builders' Association of British Columbia

by Nowell Berg
Nathan Staplin has the MC of Junior Dragon's Den, Glen Hicks, try on a Black Dust Apparel jacket.
Cranbrook, Grand Forks, Castlegar, Nakusp, Nelson, Trail, Developments, Financial, Small Business Junior Dragons take the stage at Kootenay-wide Championships

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.

An artist’s rendering of the Kimberley Splash Park, which is being supported by the Trust’s Recreation Infrastructure Grants.
Cranbrook, Kimberley, Developments, Financial Recreation infrastructure grants announced

Thanks to Columbia Basin Trust’s Recreation Infrastructure Grants, 42 projects around the region are getting over $3.5 million in support.

The Elk Valley Economic Initiative (EVEI) has announced that it is hosting its first economic development conference June 16 to 18 in Fernie, BC.
Elkford, Fernie, Sparwood, Developments, Financial, Real Estate, Retail, Small Business, Tourism BC communities hosting conference to attract entrepreneurs to the Elk Valley

The Elk Valley provides a diverse economy built around outdoor recreation and adventure tourism, forestry and metallurgical coal mining.

Artist's conception of residential townhome project, Highland Crossing.
Invermere, Developments, Real Estate First new townhomes in Invermere since 2008 break ground

Construction begins on seven homes in $4.1 million development with spectacular views of Lake Windermere.

Kitchen interior from New Dawn's award-winning home, the Novak residence
Cranbrook, Developments New Dawn Developments takes home prestigious Georgie Award for Cranbrook residence

New Dawn won the 2016 Georgie Award for “Best Single Family Detached Home up to 2,000 square feet and under $500,000

by Colin Payne
Cranbrook, Developments Silverado Construction and KD Electric on the move

It's been a busy year for Chase Thielen, president of Silverado Construction and KD Electric.

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Reto Barrington, managing partner at the Fernie RV Resort.
Fernie, Developments, Tourism Fernie’s new RV resort ready to welcome guests

The Fernie RV Resort is located minutes off of Highway #3 and is adjacent to the Fernie Golf and Country Club.

The 2016 board of directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary
Grand Forks, Christina Lake, Rossland, Salmo, Trail, Developments The RDKB celebrates its 50th anniversary

Following fellow Kootenay districts RDCK and RDEK, the RDKB celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2016.

by Mason Buettner
An artist's rendition of the new Fortis BC Kootenay Operations Centre in Castlegar, B.C.
Castlegar, Developments, Energy FortisBC receives approval to build new Kootenay facility

New location supports better customer service for regional electricity customers

Photo of one of Hi-Test Sand's sand quarries.
Golden, Developments Horse Creek silica mine near Golden on the drawing board

If plans go right the Golden area may soon be home to a new year-round silica mine operation being proposed by Hi-Test Sand Inc., a company based in Edmonton.

Brian Charlton, Charlton Fine Homes Cranbrook, President Canadian Home Builders Rocky Mountain; 
Mike Delich, Fernie Home Builders Inc., Georgie Award Winner for the Snow Creek Cabins at Fernie Alpine in Resort in Fernie; Jody Charlton, Charlton Fine Homes, Cranbrook;
Rick Jensen, New Dawn Developments, Cranbrook, Georgie Award Winner for the Novak Residence
Developments Two Kootenay builders win prestigious Georgie Awards

The Georgie Awards continue to be the premier housing awards program in Canada because of the diverse and high-level entries received from across B.C.

A live demo of Rossland's new high-speed internet service will be held on March 23 from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Rossland Public Library.
Rossland, Developments, Technology High-Speed Fibre Optic service now in downtown Rossland

Businesses in downtown Rossland can now reap the benefits of high-speed Internet with up to 100 mbps symmetrical service.

A new restaurant is being built on Highway 95A in Marysville.
Kimberley, Cuisine, Developments Marysville’s newest restaurant under construction

Though there aren't many details available about the new restaurant, it is being constructed out of empty metal storage/shipping containers or "sea cans".

Graphic of Imagine Kootenay website.
Golden, Fernie, Kimberley, Sparwood, Castlegar, Nakusp, Nelson, Revelstoke, Rossland, Trail, Developments, Financial, Real Estate, Small Business New partnership launched to attract investment and a diversified workforce to the Kootenays

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.

An aerial view of the Mulvehill Creek Eco-Retreat on the shore of the Upper Arrow Lakes
Revelstoke, Developments, Environment, Real Estate, Tourism Green investment opportunity in Mulvehill Creek Eco-Retreat, Revelstoke, B.C.

Located on the shores of the Upper Arrow Lakes, the Mulvehill Creek Eco-Retreat is looking for residents, partners or investors

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Artist's rendition of a traffic roundabout proposed in Revelstoke.
Revelstoke, Developments, Transportation Revelstoke roundabouts proposed as part of traffic solution

A recent open house brought out a variety of viewpoints and some concerns over the possible plans.

Fiorentino Bros. Contracting (FBC) has added a new building to their equipment yard near Sparwood.
Cranbrook, Sparwood, Developments, Retail Cranbrook-based Fiorentino Bros. adds new building in Sparwood

Fiorentino Bros. Contracting (FBC) Ltd. is a full service provider of heavy construction equipment to the logging, mining and earthmoving industries.

CMH's Summer Adventure Lodge in the Bugaboos.
Invermere, Developments Shuswap Indian Band and CMH Heli-Skiing and Summer Adventures sign Memorandum of Understanding

The Shuswap Indian Band and CMH will begin work on specific initiatives focusing on tourism stewardship, youth career development and cultural sharing.

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