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A new online tool at the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce enables the chamber to be more responsive to the immediate issues of its members.

The Cranbrook History Centre is building new housing for the trains and adding artifacts, fossils, and more merchandise in the gift shop.

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

Here’s why the Canal Flats Arena matters so much to the Village and the surrounding communities, and why it needs help.

The Heritage Railcar Preservation building will ultimately provide a complete building to enclose and preserve the Museum’s collection of heritage railcars.

Appreciation from customers and community are sweeping Elizabeth Lake Lodge to high rankings on lists that matter.

Fernie-based marketing agency, birr, has appointed Laura Eadie as account manager.

Valley Vitals owner Ashley Taylor has a passion to connect people back with their environment and their community through food.

The Community Cash Award is aimed to develop healthy and diverse communities.

Two well-loved local foodies, Michel Kuhn and Nicole Vogt, have switched from a restaurant to a food truck—Heartbeet Catering based in Kimberley

The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce held their annual awards gala celebrating the best in the Cranbrook business community on Saturday, April 14th, 2018.

Mad Lillies Hair & Co. is celebrating its one-year anniversary, and the three women behind it all couldn’t be happier.

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

The Export Navigator pilot helps B.C. businesses in six B.C. regions become export ready, by providing access to community-based export advisors.

Find out which companies have brought the most jobs to this Kootenay region

“The world is changing fast, and adaptability equals success.” - Chris Fields, economic development officer, Canal Flats, B.C.

Word has come down from the Western Hockey League that Western Financial Place must undergo upgrades to comply with league standards.

The Kootenay, Columbia Valley and Boundary Regions of British Columbia Credit Unions have released an update on the next steps in their amalgamation process

College of the Rockies received more than $310,000 from the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training to go toward replacing aging trades equipment.

On April 6, 2018, the ʔaq̓am Community celebrated the opening of the Dan Joe Memorial Gymnasium.

The four projects demonstrated the ability to succeed in diverse fields including environmental engineering, biotechnology, and agriculture.

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

The Canadian Artisan Spirit Competition (CASC) recently held their first ever national event recognizing excellence in the independent distillery market.

Bryan Cox, CEO of the Mining Association of British Columbia talks about Mining Week’s growth into Mining Month.

Columbia Basin Trust supporting 12 climate action initiatives.

Find out what you need to know about the BC Energy Step Code from Dan Moberg, CEO of Kootenay Insulation Systems Ltd.

In this Podcast, Fyfe talks about how the 2017 real estate market wrapped up in Fernie and the Elk Valley and gives us a peek into 2018.

On February 1, 2018, True Key Hotels & Resorts took on the management of the Radium Golf Group.

Radius Retreat is a yurt development taking place just north of Radium Hot Springs on a 1,000 acre parcel of backwoods land.

The Ground Floor Co-working Space is a social enterprise of Community Futures East Kootenay in Cranbrook, B.C.

Twenty communities focus on mitigating wildfire with over $800,000 from Columbia Basin Trust

Rezin (Butch) Butalid talked with us about the Business Management diploma program at College of the Rockies, and the value of competition.

Columbia Basin Trust provides $295,000 toward facilities and programming

Columbia Basin Trust invites expressions of interest for investment

The new logo is an important step in moving toward a vision established in the Village's Economic Development Strategy.

Nupqu Development Corporation is a Ktunaxa Nation owned business with over 15 years of experience in natural resource based consulting and contracting.

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

The Hatch study will evaluate process routes, and order of magnitude capital and operating cost estimates for an initial 10,000 tonne per year processing plant.

This skilled physiotherapist provides canine therapy through her Kimberley company.

This talented Kootenay businesswoman has a number of exciting projects on the go.

Eden Yesh is setting up investment co-ops to help entrepreneurs access business capital and mentorship.

The Employees First Award recognizes a British Columbia tourism industry employer who has upheld high standards of excellence in human resources.

Dennis Scott’s passion for his craft and close communication with his clients are helping him build a reputation for excellence.

Columbia Basin Trust provides $3 million for 53 new recreation infrastructure projects

Stephanie Van de Kemp’s approach to business includes teamwork, community support and a purpose beyond profits.

The government’s new Bill C-69 provides a new environmental assessment process and includes a new mechanism for protecting navigable waters.

The International Youth Internship program aims to provide eligible Canadian youth with international experience, skills and knowledge.

Lee Tengum believes that the success of business depends on an expanded reach into the marketplace.

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

Lindsay Reynolds, owner of Three Sisters Day Spa in Fernie, B.C., pampers her guests with Aveda-exclusive care