Top 10 KootenayBiz stories of the year
From small-town passion projects to entrepreneurial breakthroughs, these articles left their mark.
by Danielle BrostFirst Nations
The Kootenays are home to several key First Nations business people. Organizations like the Kootenay Aboriginal Business Development Agency (KABDA) help to inspire, support and assist First Nations entrepreneurs to get their companies started or boost their profit. Check out the articles below to learn more about the latest innovations from First Nations business owners, and the impact they have on their community and economy.
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Environment, First Nations , Small Business, Technology
Education, First Nations
The woman who spoke Ktunaxa at the United Nations
Aiyana (Sa’tahtaki) Twigg brings Ktunaxa to the global stage while grounding her work in home and community
by Danielle Brost
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Education, First Nations
Shaping the future of reconciliation at College of the Rockies
Executive Director Dana Wesley is working to make systemic change part of campus culture.
by Danielle Brost
Developments, First Nations
VAST Resource Solutions and Nupqu announce partnership
A new chapter of collaboration rooted in shared values, reconciliation, and community growth
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, First Nations
Kettle River Contracting LP honoured with provincial Indigenous business award
Kettle River Contracting LP named Business Partnership of the Year at BC Achievement Foundation’s 17th Annual Indigenous Business Awards.
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East Kootenay, West Kootenay, First Nations , Tourism, Featured Stories
Building connections: The Ktunaxa Regional Branding Initiative’s impact on Kootenay engagement
Janice Alpine shares some of the KRBI’s most notable achievements and goals, from tourism support to business development.
East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Environment, First Nations , Health & Wellness, Retail
Top 10 thought leaders of 2025
Celebrating the visionaries driving change in the Kootenays.
by Danielle Brost
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, First Nations , Small Business
Honouring tradition through beadwork at Cedar and Pine Design
Ktunaxa artist Darcy Roshau creates intricate beadwork and murals to honour her community and culture.
by Danielle Brost
Environment, Financial, First Nations
Celebrating Ktunaxa strength in business and culture
Ktunaxa Enterprises Ltd. blends cultural values and economic opportunity
by Danielle Brost
East Kootenay, Creston, Environment, First Nations
Renewed commitment to wetland restoration in Yaqan NuɁkiy
Phase one in monitoring mode; onward with phase two.
by submitted by the Columbia Basin Trust
First Nations
Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it First Nation unveils Ka·kin Group of Companies restructuring and new CEO
These strategic moves mark a significant step forward.
by Submitted
