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A new Nelson-based sketch comedy series is turning everyday Kootenay life into on-screen gold.

Under the vision of Peacock Hospitality Group, this family-run hotel is redefining sustainability and staff-first business in the Kootenays.

The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of Kootenay wineries to visit.

Local farmers markets help to increase food security and create sustainable communities—check out our list of markets across the Kootenays.

The owner of Arq Mountain Centre in Cranbrook, B.C., discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the thriving climbing community he has fostered.

Check out this list of businesses for sale across the Columbia Valley and Kootenay regions.

The annual Business Excellence awards were held on October 27th at Key City Theatre.

Find award-winning beers at these local Kootenay area breweries

Explore this list of distilleries from across the Kootenay region in British Columbia.

Beverly MacNaughton, executive director of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, provides an update on developments around the new Middletown subdivision

Throughout the East Kootenay area, local farms and food producers sell directly to the public through roadside stands and farmgate sales.

History buffs are drawn to these popular heritage sites in the East Kootenay

History buffs are drawn to these popular heritage sites in the West Kootenay

For the Cardinals, building a winery was both a passion and a desire that they have turned into reality with Red Bird Estate Winery

Uniting in a shared experience like a festival helps to forge community connections, fun and new friendships

Uniting in a shared experience like a festival helps to forge community connections, fun and new friendships

Good Company Coffee embraces the collaborative nature of community, bringing a big city feel and small-town warmth to their business

Play your way through this list of popular golf courses in the West Kootenay region.

The East Kootenay region is home to some of B.C.’s most sublime courses.

Alicia Chirrey, producer at CBC’s Dragons’ Den, explains how Kootenay entrepreneurs can apply to be on the show

When twins Robyn Hansen & Becky McArthur bought their first business, they each had toddlers. Now, they’re serving up frozen yogurt alongside their teenagers

For Jacob Houghton and Stephan Gale, starting Radium Brewing was the realization of their dreams, passions and hobbies coming together.

Check out this list of ski destinations in the Kootenays and Canadian Rockies region

The Gold Rush Bookstore is a valued part of the downtown Rossland business landscape.

The circular economy may be a buzzy-sounding term but at this Nelson brewpub, participating in it is an obvious benefit to the company and the community.

It’s all about community at the Grist & Mash Brewery, where guest brews are regularly on tap and local musicians and artists are welcomed.

Patrick Tolchard tells Kootenay Business all about managing multiple companies and why he loves the outdoor adventure industry.

Twelve custom hand-painted awards were handed out at this year’s Business Excellence ceremony

For Thomas and Ash Hodgson, a lifetime of chronic entrepreneurship has led them to becoming the Kootenays’ newest distillers.

Kimberley’s businesses and remarkable individuals help the community to become B.C.’s best small town.

The renovated and renamed Larix Hotel pays homage to the golden larch trees in Kimberley’s autumn tableau.

Giving back to her community is important for Karli Melnychuk, owner of Kootenay Livin’ Apparel

What does a social media manager really do all day?

More than a bookstore, Fable Book Parlour fosters music, cookies and community in Revelstoke, B.C.

Bear Spring Eco Retreat offers urbanites an escape from big-city living and a chance to decompress close to nature.

Chocolate, chocolate everywhere! Chocolate shops abound in the Kootenays

From much-needed housing to commercial buildings, these East Kootenay cities are continuing to blossom.

The 28th Annual Revelstoke Business Excellence awards were held on November 6, 2021

The 22nd Annual Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held on November 18, 2021.

The owners of Burton City Cider produce Kootenay-made cider, honey and other quality products using environmentally conscious methods

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce 2021 Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2021

Morning Mountain Coffee Co. in Nelson produces convenient and portable coffee bags—an alternative to K-cups.

Radius Retreat welcomes visitors from all over the world to experience, learn about and explore the backcountry near Radium Hot Springs, B.C.

The Elkford Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards were held virtually on October 29, 2021

Inspired by her travels, Megan DeVries invested time, money and considerable elbow grease to create her flourishing mobile bar in Nelson.

Trevor Semchuck and Wade Jarvis are the business partners behind Kimberley’s newest distillery, Bootleg Spirits

Morchella Market & Cafe is bringing a farm fresh feel to grocery shopping downtown Cranbrook, accompanied by the fully renovated co-working space upstairs

A new Dairy Queen Grill and Chill restaurant will occupy the old Union Hotel property in Trail, B.C.

Red Seal Chef Barrie Elliott and her team bring delicious, seasonally-inspired dishes to their catered events

Craft beer lovers in Creston, B.C., are tipping a glass (or two) to the new business in town—Wild North Brewing Co.