Itching to hit the slopes? Check out this list of 12 ski destinations in the Kootenays and Canadian Rockies region
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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 BornMaraih Tarasoff and Marina Stropky started off as high school friends at Mount Baker, and ended up being well-matched business partners
by Danielle Cameron14 Kimberley businesses and individuals garnered praise for their excellence this year
by Julie MatchettErin Thompson and Brian Sondergaard are the driving forces behind Kimberley Kritters - a wildly successful pet supply store in Kimberley, B.C.
by Danielle CameronAleitha Harvey, owner of Ella’s restaurant inside Best Western Cranbrook Hotel, has created an authentic Jamaican experience in the Kootenays
by Kyle BornThe Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of the 7 Kootenay wineries—and 1 meadery
by Virginia RaschCheck out these 10 unique businesses currently for sale in the Kootenay market.
by Julie MatchettKris Eliuk, owner of Yellowday Energy in Cranbrook, makes functional metal art, including flashlights, high-end fidget spinners, patches and bottle openers
by Kyle BornRaylen Tress of Whiskey Hill Farms in Golden won Young Entrepreneur of the Year from the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce
by Virginia RaschThe annual Golden Community Excellence Awards recognized greatness and good work.
by Julie MatchettDave Stonehouse, founder of the BC School of Log Building and owner of Stonehouse Woodworks in Golden, B.C., is teaching the next generation of carpenters
by Kyle BornDespite a challenging year, KootenayBiz told many inspiring and informative stories—here are our Top 10 from 2020
by Virginia RaschViibrant Earth Cafe and Bistro is a welcomed boutique eatery in the tiny community of Canal Flats, B.C.
by Virginia RaschLuz Hernandez, owner and chef of Su Casa Authentic Mexican Kitchen in Windermere, B.C., runs her restaurant with her four children
by Kyle BornFounded in 1950, the East Kootenay Community Credit Union is celebrating their 70th anniversary on December 14, 2020
by Julie MatchettOne lady’s incredible jam journey in Elkford, B.C. started with pina colada
by Virginia RaschThe BC Achievement Community Awards honour excellence and exceptional community service in communities across the province
by Julie MatchettSpunky young entrepreneur’s coffee is flowing across the Kootenays and Canada from Rooftop Coffee Roasters in Fernie, B.C.
by Virginia RaschFrom much-needed housing to commercial buildings, these East Kootenay cities are continuing to blossom.
by Danielle CameronThe vacant Canadian Tire property in Cranbrook has been purchased by a Calgary-based development company
by Julie MatchettKootenayBiz’s bimonthly eNewsletters keep you informed and inspired about business successes in your communities
by Virginia RaschThe annual Elkford Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2020 via Zoom
by Julie MatchettMichael Keefer, an exemplary entrepreneur, owns three green businesses in the Kootenays
by Virginia RaschNelson-based KAST held round one of its virtual Kootenay Pitch Competition on November 12
by Julie MatchettThis year’s 2020 Fernie Business Excellence awards, held on October 23, was a virtual celebration.
by Julie MatchettWinners of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were announced on October 22.
by Julie MatchettPrestige Hotels and Resorts are business leaders with 7 “green” certifications from Sustainable Tourism 2030
by Virginia RaschLocated in Balment Park, the KEYSA sports facility will truly be a Cranbrook community venue
by Julie MatchettA certification from Sustainable Tourism 2030 is good for people, the planet and profits
by Virginia RaschBrad Parsell, executive director at the Fernie Chamber, is enticing out-of-town workers with a diversity of careers and lifestyle opportunities available
by Kyle BornKootenay Computer helps with the digital divide and picks up a Business-to-Business Excellence Award from the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce
by Virginia RaschThe Kimberley Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Business Excellence Awards
by Julie MatchettFind award-winning beers at these local Kootenay area breweries
by Julie MatchettThe third annual scarecrow contest is underway and sponsored by the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce.
by Virginia RaschThree Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative
by Julie MatchettThe winners were celebrated a little differently this year at the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards.
by Julie MatchettRead about 13 local coffee roasters as you celebrate National Coffee Day and the beverage that’s an essential pick-me-up for many people
by Julie MatchettThe Forest Practices Board released a report that recommends better reforestation practices in B.C.’s dry fir forests, including less clearcutting
by Virginia RaschBrittney Dickson, owner of Stay Wild Backcountry Skills in Golden, B.C., is bringing avalanche safety training online
by Kyle BornThe Columbia Basin Trust 2019/20 Annual Report shows over $97 million provided for the Basin region
by Julie MatchettCelebrating Kootenay biodiversity, the GLOWS program is part of Science Literary Week 2020
by Julie MatchettA relocation concierge, CityScout offers personalized service to help make a move easier
by Julie MatchettThe Heritage Inn Hotel & Convention Centre welcomes Jennifer Bouchard to the team
by Julie MatchettHire Smarter, Sell More: An interview with book author C. Lee Smith on hiring top sales staff
by Virginia RaschNominations for the 2020 Fernie Business Excellence Awards are open until September 7
by Julie MatchettThey’re a growing trend across the Kootenays—check out this list of the region’s co-working spaces.
by Julie MatchettEntrepreneurs and startups are invited to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of judges at the first-ever Kootenay Pitch Competition
by Julie MatchettRon Demaniuk has steel fabricated a screaming eagle statue in Cranbrook’s Harmony Park
by Kyle BornWildsight is hosting fun summer day camps for kids ages seven to 12
by Julie Matchett