Giving back to her community is important for Karli Melnychuk, owner of Kootenay Livin’ Apparel
by Julie MatchettAll East Kootenay articles
Lynn Muller, co-owner of Canyon Raft Company in Fernie, B.C. outlines how to run a successful business for over a quarter century
by Kyle BornThe owner of Shred Sisters came all the way across Canada to teach mountain biking to like-minded women.
by Danielle CameronThe 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign for clean energy, led by the West Kootenay EcoSociety, continues to grow, adding No. 12: Golden
by Virginia RaschWhat does a social media manager really do all day?
by Kerry ShellbornRealtor Amber Granter in Golden, B.C., left behind the park ranger life and found her life skills were transferable to her new career in real estate
by Virginia RaschJeremiah Pauw has rebranded the Super 8 into the Fernie Fox Hotel in Fernie, B.C.
by Kyle BornAfter the pandemic inspired a surge of new pet adoptions, Kootenay Canine Adventures was perfectly positioned to meet customer demand.
by Danielle CameronGrant Sharam and Jim Cunnington saw the need for affordable, accessible, green transportation—leading them to start eTrikes Canada in Kimberley.
by Danielle CameronCommunities need to create climate adaptation plans to increase their resilience to risks such as floods, fires and droughts.
by Virginia RaschBob Bullock, owner of Cranbrook Hyundai, has transformed the location inside and out
by Kyle BornChocolate, chocolate everywhere! Chocolate shops abound in the Kootenays
by Julie Matchett and Virginia RaschFrom much-needed housing to commercial buildings, these East Kootenay cities are continuing to blossom.
by Julie MatchettMike Freed, director of sales and marketing at Boundary Electric in Grand Forks, B.C., highlights how businesses can become great places to work
by Kyle BornTwo rival Kootenay construction companies believe business should be about supporting each other
by Julie MatchettSheldon Kelly, snowmobiling filmmaker in the Kootenays, highlights what makes Sledfarm Rising such an epic movie worth watching
by Kyle BornBased in Invermere, B.C., Eden Yesh applies his systems thinking to shift paradigms through community investment cooperatives and his solar businesses
by Virginia RaschAs families and teachers struggle with school closures during the fifth wave, a local online education company is helping out by offering open access to program
by SubmittedJody McInnes, President of Stillwater Consulting in Cranbrook, B.C., has formed several businesses based on changing lives in a positive way
by Kyle BornStillwater Consulting is now offering NexGen Business Training, a virtual program that helps youth across B.C. develop and launch a business idea
by Kyle BornKootenayBiz has chosen our top 10 thought leaders of 2021
by Virginia RaschThe 22nd Annual Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held on November 18, 2021.
by Julie MatchettElla Harris and Breanna Fast have fulfilled their dreams of opening a cocktail bar, The Hourglass, in Kimberley, B.C.
by Kyle BornItching to hit the slopes? Check out this list of ski destinations in the Kootenays and Canadian Rockies region
by Julie MatchettBeverly MacNaughton, executive director of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, is excited about mines and local businesses being busier than ever
by Kyle BornThe Fernie Chamber of Commerce 2021 Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2021
by Julie MatchettRadius Retreat welcomes visitors from all over the world to experience, learn about and explore the backcountry near Radium Hot Springs, B.C.
by Karrigan FolvikTourism Radium and the Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce focus on promoting Radium as a hotspot for tourists
by Virginia RaschThe Elkford Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards were held virtually on October 29, 2021
by Julie MatchettFranchising in the Kootenays: An interview with the Canadian Franchise Association’s Kenny Chan
by Virginia RaschTired of the same old fast-food fare? Simply Raw offers customers a selection of healthy, good-for-you options
by Julie MatchettTrevor Semchuck and Wade Jarvis are the business partners behind Kimberley’s newest distillery, Bootleg Spirits
by Julie MatchettThey’re a growing trend across the Kootenays—check out this list of the region’s co-working spaces.
by Julie MatchettCanal Flats, B.C., wants to grow its population and is offering a tax break to businesses that relocate to this small East Kootenay town
by Virginia RaschFranchising in the Kootenays: Meet the Britners of PropertyGuys.com
by Virginia RaschMarie-Michelle Lafontaine let nothing break her stride when she started Glacier PhysioLab in Golden, B.C. - and now she’s added bike-fitting to her services
by Danielle CameronMorchella Market & Cafe is bringing a farm fresh feel to grocery shopping downtown Cranbrook, accompanied by the fully renovated co-working space upstairs
by Karrigan FolvikThe Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise is helping Kootenay businesses design and build outdoor gear that rocks
by Virginia RaschJared Williams, manager of Northstar Bicycle Co. in Cranbrook, B.C., has adapted his love of bicycles and coffee into a popular Kootenay Business
by Kyle BornRed Seal Chef Barrie Elliott and her team bring delicious, seasonally-inspired dishes to their catered events
by Julie MatchettBased in Golden, B.C., Day2Day Books is a highly experienced bookkeeping company
by Julie MatchettShawna Bryant, executive director of the Elkford Chamber of Commerce, highlights accomplishments of the past year and issues to address in the future
by Kyle BornThe consumer trend towards buying locally-grown flowers is booming in the Kootenays as proven by this list of 10 flower farms
by Julie Matchett and Virginia RaschDaniel Holden, general manager of the Kimberley Chamber, has implemented a variety of necessary changes to bolster Kimberley’s presence
by Kyle BornCraft beer lovers in Creston, B.C., are tipping a glass (or two) to the new business in town—Wild North Brewing Co.
by Virginia RaschLisa Ziebarth, manager of the Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce, loves how community-minded Creston is
by Julie MatchettFind uniquely home-grown Kootenay clothing, wearables and gear from these 12 local businesses
by Julie MatchettBased in Fernie, B.C., Robertson Estate Wine Vinegar produces the perfect Cabernet Sauvignon vinegar that is sought after by top chefs
by Virginia RaschKi Mana Acres Farm near Creston, B.C., is a model for regenerative agriculture and meeting the demand of discerning consumers
by Virginia RaschJeremiah Woods is the owner of a large fleet of VW vehicles and now he’s created a campground in Golden, B.C., to share his love of the iconic brand
by Julie Matchett