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Jolanda Redeker (right), licensed property manager, and Liah Gagne, sales representative, are proud to announce the opening of First Choice Realty in Fernie.
Fernie, Real Estate, Small Business First Choice Realty opens branch office in Fernie

Jolanda Redeker is a licensed property manager, and Liah Gagne is a sales representative.

Graphic for the 40 Under 40 Rising Stars of Business.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Elkford, Grand Forks, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Sparwood, West Kootenay, Castlegar, Nelson, Revelstoke, Rossland, Salmo, Trail, Retail, Small Business Call for nominations 40 Under 40—Rising Stars in Business

We invite your business to join in supporting and saluting these young business professionals (under 40) who deserve to be recognized.

Lindsay Reynolds is the owner of Three Sisters Day Spa in Fernie.
Fernie Lindsay Reynolds

After she found a home in Fernie, Lindsay Reynolds discovered a passion to bring the business of beauty to town.

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The board of directors of the Regional District of East Kootenay is made up of representatives from eight municipalities and six electoral areas.
Canal Flats, Cranbrook, Elkford, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Sparwood RDEK at the half-century mark

Residents of rural B.C. have a voice in the administration of their areas, thanks to the province’s system of regional districts.

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Picture of the Vodka Ice Bar in Fernie.
Fernie, Cuisine The Kootenay’s first & only Ice Bar comes to Fernie

Fernie's newest restaurant, Cirque, features a unique Vodka Ice Bar on the premises.

Michael Delich joins the Board from Fernie and Rhonda Ruston joins the Board from Kaslo.
Cranbrook, Fernie, Kaslo, Education Michael Delich and Rhonda Ruston join CBT Board

In addition to the appointment of Cranbrook’s Rick Jensen as the new Chair of the Columbia Basin Trust, there are also two new members joining the Board.

A young florist reading a book in a flower shop.
Cranbrook, Creston, Golden, Fernie, Invermere, Castlegar, Nelson, Small Business Who’s reading what?

Books, pod casts, magazines or blogs? What is the go-to for Kootenay Business people?

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Mary Giuliano, mayor of Fernie, B.C.
Fernie Fernie’s mayor thrives on service

Call it resilience or call it toughness—it pairs well with Mayor Mary Giuliano’s passion for her community of Fernie, B.C.

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Pic of large industrial truck.
Fernie, Sparwood, Mining Teck’s Coal Mountain operations to close by end of 2017—340 employees affected

Mining will be concluded at Coal Mountain Operation’s by the end of fourth quarter of 2017.

Mayor of Kimberley, Don McCormick, Carly Jellis of Telus, Phil Moore, VP Telus Broadband and Bert Braybrook, Telus General Manager,
Kamloops/Cariboo/Kootenay region.
Fernie, Kimberley, Developments, Technology $21M Telus investment in “Fibre” makes Kimberley and Fernie connected communities

This installation makes Kimberley and Fernie two of the most connected small towns in B.C.

The new entrance foyer at College of the Rockies
Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Education College of the Rockies empowers business

Long before they graduate, students at College of the Rockies are supporting positive change in the business community.

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David Walls, president and CEO of College of the Rockies stands in front of the main campus in Cranbrook.
Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Fernie, Invermere, Education Realizing the sense of identity and pride in COTR

College of the Rockies forges ahead with a new vision and brand promise for the future.

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Trees covered in snow along an alpine ski run.
Golden, Fernie, Kimberley, Environment, Tourism More trees, less paper

Three Kootenay ski resorts are part of a campaign to reduce their environmental footprints

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Owners of Fernie's Spa 901, Laura Oleksow and Jessica Riley, were also recognized by Kootenay Business with an Influential Women in Business Award earlier this year.  They were winners of the Fernie Chamber's Community Tourism Achievement Award as well.
Fernie, Cuisine, Education, Health & Wellness, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Fernie Chamber holds annual awards night

Congratulations to all the winners of the 2015 Fernie Chamber of Commerce Community and Business Excellence Awards.

BC Hydro have put into place and operation a new Elko Dam Warning System.
Fernie, Energy BC Hydro to upgrade key Fernie substation and adds new warning system at Elko Dam

BC Hydro will be upgrading the facility to meet growing electricity demand in Fernie and the surrounding area.

Randy and Patti Cameron sitting on a bench.
Fernie, Small Business Party on with Patti Cameron and her rental business

When planning for their 25th wedding anniversary, the Camerons were not able to find tents to rent. So they bought some and started a business.

by Patti Cameron
The ouside of Fernie Ford's new buidling.
Fernie, Retail, Transportation Fernie Ford relocates for the community — and the view

Local customers, local expansion and local presence will define the future of the new Ford facilities.

by Jillian Clark
Kimberley Fire Chief Al Collinson is standing on tree chips from a fuel reduction project at Duck Pond.
Fernie, Kimberley, Environment, Forestry The City of Kimberley tackles wildland fire risk

Many more resources are needed for B.C. communities, including Kimberley, to be safe from catastrophic wildfires

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Picture of the outside of Summit 107 FM, Cranbrook's new radio station.
Cranbrook, Elkford, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Sparwood, Developments Summit 107 Cranbrook’s new radio station gearing up for on-air debut

The Summit 107 hopes to be operational by the end of August or early September.

A picture looking down the main street of Revelstoke with the Rocky Mountains in the background.
Golden, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Revelstoke, Rossland, Financial, Tourism B.C. invests $1.82 million to support tourism in seven Kootenay communities

Seven local Kootenay communities will see funding from the Resort Municipality Initiative.

Jo Anne and Patrick Burke standing on the veranda of their Bed and Breakfast, the Old Nurses Residence, in Fernie B.C.
Fernie, Tourism Fernie bed and breakfast hosts visitors from all over the globe

You never know who might be sitting down with you for breakfast at the Old Nurses Residence.

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Picture of the Independent Grocer building in Fernie, B.C.
Fernie, Cuisine, Retail Fernie’s Extra Foods re-branded as Ann’s—Your Independent Grocer

The old Extra Foods store in Fernie gets a re-branded name and updated products and layout.

Picture of Doug Smith, manager of fixed operations at Fernie Ford and Andrew Moore, GM.
Fernie, Retail Andrew Moore new GM at Fernie Ford

With 21 years of retail automotive experience behind him, Andrew Moore is excited about joining the team at Fernie Ford.

(L to R) Laura Oleksow and Jessica Riley are owners of Spa 901 in Fernie, B.C.
Fernie, Small Business, Influential Women in Business Partners in strength

The owners of Spa 901 in Fernie, B.C., share a passion for the spa industry and have created a dynamic business partnership.

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Scenic view of Invermere.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Creston, Fernie, West Kootenay, Nelson, Revelstoke, Animal Care, Cuisine, Developments, Real Estate, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Top 9 most unique commercial ventures for sale in the Kootenays

The Kootenays attract many unique and eclectic businesses - here are 9 thriving ventures up for sale.

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Downtown Fernie
Cranbrook, Fernie, Invermere, Castlegar, Kaslo, New Denver, Tourism A historical tour of the Kootenays

The history and culture of the Kootenays attract tourists from all over the globe. But have you seen the historical gems in your own hometown?

by Kerry Shellborn
exterior of beautiful home
Cranbrook, Fernie, Nelson, Real Estate Top 20 most expensive homes for sale in the Kootenays

Here is an updated list of the most expensive homes listed on MLS in the Kootenays.

Amy Cardozo owns and operates Crumbs Cakery & Café in Fernie, B.C.
Fernie, Cuisine, Small Business, Tourism Crumbs Cakery goes mainstream

Crumbs Cakery & Café is located at #1, 562 - 2nd Avenue, Fernie, B.C.

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Family-style European inn with cloud-covered mountains in the background and blue sky above
Cranbrook, Golden, Fernie, Invermere, Christina Lake, Nelson, Real Estate Luxury homes in the Kootenays

Top 20 most expensive homes for sale in the Kootenays in 2015

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The 2014 West Kootenay Winners
Cranbrook, Fernie, Castlegar, Nelson, Small Business, Influential Women in Business Congratulations Nominees — 2015 Influential Kootenay Women in Business Awards

You are invited to attend the 2015 Influential Kootenay Women in Business Awards luncheon.

Fernie Brewing Company products
Fernie, Small Business Fernie Brewing Co. takes aim at a new season

Fernie Brewing Co. has a number of new tricks up their sleeve.

student practicing electrical wiring trade skill
Cranbrook, Elkford, Fernie College of the Rockies hosts trades event for grade 9 Students

The Cranbrook Campus saw students from Cranbrook, Jaffray, Fernie and Elkford.

Dan Moberg, Kootenay Insulation Systems Ltd., Jenny Mitchell, White Ladder Painting, and  Darren Hatina,D’s Drywall Inc. in front of a project designed and managed by Chernoff Architect Inc. and Crescent Consulting Ltd.
Fernie, Small Business Fernie trades find opportunity in B.C. building code changes

Three Fernie businesses have turned changes in the BC Building Code into an opportunity to improve building quality, reduce costs and experience fewer delays.

by Trina Ayling
Timberline lodge in Fernie bc
Fernie, Developments Fernie’s Snow Pines development sells out in 24 hours — prior to launch

Fernie is the hub in Canada for lifestyle mountain recreation including world-class skiing and summer adventure.

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Downtown fernie with the backdrop of a snowy ski hill.
Fernie, Tourism Tourists flock to rural B.C. towns

Powder Matt talks about how Fernie attracts tourists

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Drilling activity on-site at Crown Mountain during the summer of 2014
Elkford, Fernie, Sparwood, Mining Positive economic update on Crown Mountain Coking Coal Project

The company has released an updated report on their junior venture-backed Crown Mountain project in the Elk Valley.

Laura Oleksow (L) and Jessica Riley (R) are the new owners of Spa 901.
Fernie, Health & Wellness New owners at Spa 901

Laura Oleksow and Jessica Riley are enthusiastic and excited to be taking over the ownership of Spa 901

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Fernie Alpine Resort in the summer.
Fernie, Developments, Real Estate Snow Pines sold out before its launch

Fernie is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after places to live in the Canadian Rockies.

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Jessica Riley (R) and Laura Oleksow (L), the new owners of Spa 901, in Fernie, B.C.
Fernie, Health & Wellness Laura Oleksow and Jessica Riley are the new owners of Spa 901

Laura Oleksow and Jessica Riley are enthusiastic and excited to be taking over the ownership of Spa 901

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COTR President and CEO David Walls and Board Chair David Handy
Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Fernie, Education College of the Rockies unveils new strategic plan

COTR has completed work on a new five-year strategic plan.

Faceshots of a man and  women with the mountains in the background.
Fernie, Small Business, Tourism Elk Valley Snow Shepherds finding success

Justin Boehm and Nicole Matei have carved out a niche for themselves by providing authentic snowmobiling experiences in Fernie, B.C.

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New Fernie Ford building
Fernie, Developments Fernie Ford moves into new building

Official opening slated for later in 2015.

Scott Deydey of Wigwam Media fly fishing on his down time.
Cranbrook, Fernie, Sparwood, Small Business A Wigwam river runs through it

Fernie’s Scott Deydey uses his love of fly fishing to spark creativity as a web designer.

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Heritage building and historical monument in Fernie, B.C.
Fernie, Mining, Tourism Fernie, for charm and adventure

In the 1960s, Fernie was a little-known mountain village with its roots in mining. Now, it’s a world-class outdoor adventure destination.

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second home in the Kootenays
Canal Flats, Cranbrook, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Sparwood A second home in the Kootenays

Who is shopping for real estate in the region while maintaining a primary residence elsewhere? And what challenges do they face?

by Thomm Bokor
(L to R) Cindy Gallinger, Sharon Strom, Hugh Moore, Sean Campbell and Corien Sieders represent the Elk Valley Economic Initiative.
Elkford, Fernie, Sparwood, Mining, Tourism Collaborative marketing in the Elk Valley

Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford have adopted a collaborative rather than competitive approach to marketing their communities.

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The new Hot Saw India Brown Ale
Fernie, Small Business, Tourism Fernie Brewing Co. launches Hot Saw India Brown Ale

The new Hot Saw India Ale is available through both Government and Private Stores in BC and throughout Alberta.

The historical barn will be a central part of the Montane community educational farm development.
Fernie, Developments Sold out

Phase one of Fernie’s Montane development has sold out.

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