Kimberley’s Chelsea Boyd Gibson came back home to run two businesses, Meadowsweet Photography and Meadowsweet Yoga & Wellness.
by Sandra AlbersAll East Kootenay articles
After 34 years of publishing, the final print edition of Kootenay Business was distributed as we switch to digital delivery.
by Kerry ShellbornWho were the winners of the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce annual Business Excellence Awards in 2019?
by Virginia RaschThe Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce handed out 16 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony.
by Virginia RaschThe City of Cranbrook’s industrial property that faces Theatre Road has new industry in place and great prospects for further developments
by Marie MilnerAngel Flight East Kootenay is a non-profit charity dedicated to flying patients to medical appointments in Kelowna
In the Kootenays, members of the Interior Lumber Manufacturers’ Association are working hard to diversify their products and markets
Clients can enjoy a one-stop shop at this Kootenay Kubota dealership
Only four wooden grain elevators remain standing in British Columbia - two of those are located in Creston
Storage space for "toys" is part of Banner Recreation & Marine's new business model for the Golden Visitor Centre
by Kyle BornHelp create a talented and diverse community of entrepreneurs
by Marie MilnerAnnual revenues for Columbia Basin Trust totalled $71.9 million in 2018/19
The Oso development will be a vibrant mix of residential, commercial and tourist uses all wrapped up in an eco-friendly building
by Zoë DupleyNorth Coal, an emerging steel-coal producer in Sparwood, B.C., is bringing the Michel Coal Project into reality
by Kyle BornThe Cranbrook Bucks will begin playing in the BCHL in the fall of 2020 and will try and follow in the footsteps of some great hockey teams
by Kerry ShellbornSnow Valley Lodging in Fernie celebrated the grand opening of its tiny home concept on October 8
Diane Kalen-Sukra writes about what individuals and communities can do to stop the rising tide of incivility that is threatening our world.
by Marie MilnerFor an electric vehicle owner, at-home charging is now more accessible than ever thanks to rebates from the Province of BC, FortisBC and BCHydro
This summer, an enthusiastic group of youth gave a helping hand in the Basin, improving the condition of several high-use locations
ShiftintoWinter.ca provides free tips and resources on how to stay safe in different driving conditions
Family-friendly ski area in the heart of the B.C. Rockies improves facilities for the upcoming season
Risk of asbestos exposure most common during home renovations and demolitions
The new building features a spacious showroom, functional sales and administration offices and a full service shop, parts and accessories facility
Buffalo Trails will be taking over the former location of the Break in Time Cafe in Creston
The Kootenays sees growth and expansion across the region
by Julie MatchettStudents to be welcomed to the new facility in fall 2020
For-profit enterprises in the East Kootenay region with 500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees are eligible for up to $5,000 in research assistance
After 42 years of involvement in the local publishing scene, Kootenay Business publisher Keith Powell is retiring
On September 20, Cranbrook and Kimberley volunteers joined a world-wide effort to clean up our communities and raise awareness about protecting our environment.
by Marie MilnerTrust provides over $1.9 million for 12 community projects
Caliper Machine took a big step in 2019, investing in a second shop, almost tripling its workforce and planning more expansion on the City’s industrial land.
by Marie MilnerThe Business Development Bank of Canada sponsors Small Business Week in late October, shining the spotlight on the changing face of entrepreneurship
by Sandra AlbersThe online testing portal is designed to measure internet connections speeds and get a better understanding of current broadband services
Funding applications were adjudicated in May by the CKCA Steering Committee, with input from community arts councils
Current senior vice-president and COO, Ian Fillinger, has been appointed to replace Davies in the new year
by Julie MatchettAnna Lamb works with her family to make their Cranbrook gym welcoming and customer-oriented.
by Zoë DupleyWith a thriving family and a thriving business, Karey Pion provides Soco Soaps to more than 40 markets in Canada, including hometown Fernie
by Sandra AlbersThe high profile location fronts busy Highway #3 traffic and will serve travellers before or after the Kootenay Pass
Fernie Brewing Company is loved for its Cheers to Charity initiative, its economic support of the community through employment and, of course, its brews.
by Marie MilnerClients of Brown Dog Contracting appreciate the team’s professionalism, patience and beyond-expectation results.
by Marie MilnerThere’s a new online source for people seeking easy-to-understand information on climate change specific to local communities
Melanie Joy, owner of Fly in the Fibre, has brought fibreworks, crafting and coffee to new heights with her award-winning business.
by Zoë DupleyHicks takes over the Vice President role from Heather Hepworth who filled the position, on an interim basis, for the previous two years.
Morgan Jmaiff’s new business offers locals Canadian-owned brands, locally-made vendors and access to eco-friendly companies.
by Zoë DupleyNoemie Roy, owner of Thread the Needle in Golden, B.C., offers clients a chance to repair and restore their well-loved outdoor gear.
by Zoë DupleyThe City of Cranbrook had a busy summer, upgrading infrastructure and undertaking floodplain mapping to inform land use planning and future protective measures.
by Marie MilnerProvince-wide, French immersion enrolment has been increasing for 21 consecutive years
Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.
Lynn Hiscoe seeks to empower lives through her new business based in the Creston Valley
by Sandra AlbersJumpstart and Community Showcase events help kick-off the semester