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Members are shutting down the SADD organization, but still hope that some individual, organization or group will take up the cause.

Nominations open for 2019 Environmental Education Awards of Excellence

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

The three free “Coffee with a Writer” sessions in New Denver and Nakusp offer a chance for local readers and writers to interact informally with area authors.

16 energy-wise projects are supported with over $650,000 from Columbia Basin Trust

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Program, held in partnership with UVic, fundraises to thank local schools for support

The high profile location should be ideal to capture Highway 3 traffic, especially being situated across from the busy Tim Horton's store

The sold out gala dinner attracted an audience of over 250 people and was held at the St. Eugene Golf Resort

Most of the projects will be wrapped up before Fairmont's busy summer season arrives

Oz transplant Brad Parsell takes on a big job in Fernie.

Darren Brewer is the City of Cranbrook’s new business development co-ordinator.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Chem-Free Weed Control in Cranbrook aims to provide a safe, organic way to control unwanted vegetation

Work for the redesign is set to begin in early April, and is expected to take under three months, wrapping up in June

Interior Trophy and Engraving, owned by Dick Griffith, has served Cranbrook and the East Kootenay since 1978.

Fort Steele Heritage Town is a significant draw to the Kootenay region as the attraction continues to grow and expand.

Nine communities receive over $613,000 from the Trust’s Community Technology Program

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Community invited to enjoy cultural display booths and performances

Newly-established Donor and Alumni Engagement Office aims to foster connections with former students and industry stakeholders

The new location gives the store a new high visibility location fronting busy Highway #3

26 rural communities in the Kootenays will be getting improved high-speed access to the internet

Sergeant Graham will formally be promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant once he assumes the role and responsibilities at the Cranbrook Detachment.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

In cases of localized flooding or high-water, the primary responsibility for protection of property lies with the property owner.

The Trust will provide colleges with $3 million over three years and work collaboratively to develop project plans to grow program offerings and diversify

Introducing the East Kootenay nominees for our 40 under 40 list.

The provincial government is providing $11.6 million for construction of more student accommodations at College of the Rockies in Cranbrook.

The Trust increases recreation opportunities with $484,000 for 29 trail projects

Katie Jackson, owner of Next Level Fitness in Sparwood, B.C., has a bright new studio and fun, unique classes

The One River, One Future conference will take place in Kimberley, B.C. from September 12-14, 2019

“Our mandate is set by the people of the Columbia Basin, and it’s our job to execute on it.” — Johnny Strilaeff, president and CEO, the Trust.

Kemlee Equipment in Creston, B.C., is investing in a new spacious facility for its Kubota dealership

College of the Rockies and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures release research results on best practices for tree-well rescues

Teams from across Western Canada took part in the competition and were tasked with running a simulated business that produces cameras and drones.

Electronic Logging Devices allow drivers to track their hours of service easily while out on the road.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

DCT Chambers Trucking presents the DCT or dump-clean trailer—another innovation in a long line of firsts.

Rod and Tamara Duggan are the franchisees of the newly opened Cobs Bread Bakery in Cranbrook, B.C.

Bachelor of Science nursing students busy with mock mass casualty simulation; latest Fire Services certificate graduating class in Kimberley

The City of Cranbrook is developing and applying its strategies in the realm of economic development.

Jinny Sims, Minister of Citizens’ Services, details how the provincial government’s $50-million grant will benefit rural and Indigenous communities through B.C.

“Elkford has been a leader in climate change awareness, so it was important to make the district office a green building.” — Scott Beeching

Trust gives five projects over $3 million through Ecosystem Enhancement Program

This year marks the 50th anniversary of surface mining at Elkview mine near Sparwood, B.C.

Stetski called on the government to substantially increase its investment in rural connectivity in the 2019 budget saying, “rural Canadians deserve no less.”

Hailey Troock, Young Agrarian and land matcher for the Columbia Basin in Nelson, B.C., connects farmers to farms across the Kootenays

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Brittany Tilling has a green thumb and a love of plants and flowers. She is now ready to share her love with the town of Creston and surrounding Kootenays.