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The histories of Elkford and Fording River Operations are closely intertwined.

Business owners, dignitaries, media reps and residents of Elkford celebrated the grand opening of the town’s new $6.4-million community and conference centre on June 21, 2012.

We join in wishing Elkford’s Corien Speaker the very best of luck on her new position as she prepares to become the new chief administrative officer (CAO) for the District of Squamish.

Emergency workers from the Elk Valley and beyond will benefit from the new Elkford fire training centre.

March 15, 2012, marked a special anniversary for the more than 1,200 employees at Teck’s Fording River Operations near Elkford, B.C. It was 40 years ago—March 15, 1972—that the first rail car loaded with coal left Fording River and headed west for Vancouver ports.

Zaltana Coffee Roasters contribute to the Elk Valley's cultural identity.

We asked local business people why they enjoy living and working in Elkford, and got some interesting responses.

In large part, the role of the Elkford Chamber of Commerce is about supporting and promoting the business community and encouraging new businesses to come to Elkford.

It has been nearly two months since the grand reopening of Indigo Spa in Fernie, B.C. After three years in business, the spa burst through the walls into the neighbouring space (formerly home to Re/Max offices) and added a host of new services to the menu.

Bingay mine site is a possibility for Elkford; the project is entering the feasibility stage.

The Mountain Range provides healthy gourmet meals and baked goods in reusable, recyclable containers. The meals are frozen, easy to prepare, and delicious.

Elkford's new community centre is currently being constructed using innovative new technologies, incorporating unique panels and cross-laminated timber.

Mayor Dean McKerracher said a community centre and firefighter training facility will open soon.

This naturopathic doctor has joined forces with other reputable practitioners to bring holistic healing to the Cranbrook community.

The District of Elkford mayor, council and staff are very excited to announce the district’s entrance into the realm of social media.

Take a trip to this appealing community in the B.C. mountains.

A new Emergency Services Training Centre will be built in Elkford thanks in part to support from Columbia Basin Trust.

Business in Vancouver recently published a list of the biggest mines in B.C. Of the top 10, five of them are in the Elk Valley. Total mine revenue for the five Elk Valley mines is estimated by the newspaper to be $2.64 billion.

The District of Elkford will be home to a new community centre.

Dean McKerracher, the mayor of Elkford, B.C., takes pride in his community; he said in 2011 he plans to focus on construction and development.

The plans for a new community centre in Elkford have been many years in the making—but were finally approved in 2010.

Falkins Insurance Group originated in the East Kootenay in the late 1890s and has expanded to be one of the largest insurance brokerages in B.C.

Renowned for its wilderness and lush backcountry, Elkford is the perfect choice for a winter escape.

Dean McKerracher, the mayor of Elkford, has a deep-seated pride in his community.

Community course Mountain Meadows Golf Club is a beloved tradition for residents of Elkford as well as visitors.

One of Elkford’s top priorities in the near future is to increase residential development.

The mining community of Elkford is ready to welcome the world to the pristine wilderness setting it enjoys.