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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.

Readily available health care and prompt emergency response are high priorities for the Town of Creston’s residents and administration.

The total budget is $6,586,460 which includes new approvals for just over $2.4 million in capital expenditures and $3.2 million for unfinished capital projects.

Municipalities, regional districts and First Nations communities can apply for up to $500,000 to create, restore or enhance an outdoor multi-use space.

Kootenay Arts and Crafts opens on Baker Street in Cranbrook, B.C.

Richard and Karen Gendron of Invermere find a new client in Budweiser, designing and producing tap handles for the industry giant’s cold-tapped beer.

Kimberley’s manager of economic development, Schaun Goodeve, sees a bright future for Kimberley’s strong and engaged business community.

The economic recovery in Canal Flats presents exciting opportunities to shape the future of the village and the Columbia Valley.

“2018 was another very good year for Teck,” said Don Lindsay, President and CEO of the company.

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

Golden, B.C., is looking at implementing a more structured, formalized approach to economic development.

You will find Huckleberry Books at 16 - 9th Avenue South in downtown Cranbrook.

In addition to baking fresh bread and treats all day every day, owners of all COBS Bread bakeries are actively involved in their local communities