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Three projects in the RDEK’s Central Subregion receive funding through the Central East Kootenay Community Directed Funds (CEKCDF) Program.

Christie Kennedy of Core Fitness in Cranbrook is one of Kootenay Business magazine's Influential Women in Business, 2015.

Tickets are available at Lotus Books, on-line at SNAP East Kootenay and direct from Jennifer De Pippo.

A new health food store opened in Golden in December: Eat Pure Mountain Market

The Trust and ViaSport are providing $1.1 million.

ViaSport will be awarding a grant of $14,560 to support an ongoing applied research project by College of the Rockies and Steeples Elementary school.

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

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

17 projects funded in last intake.

The small, remote town of Elkford, B.C., is the home of Dr. Alastair Nicoll, the next president of the Canadian Dental Association.

Sourdough may be a good option for those with wheat sensitivity, and Kaslo Sourdough now makes sourdough pasta as well as breads.

An alternative approach to medicine looks for the root cause of pathologies.

The $10,000 award will directly enhance several aspects of Tipi Camp’s WISE Programs.

New intensive care unit (ICU) and major electrical upgrades to East Kootenay Regional Hospital well underway.

It began as one man’s four-week commitment to help people get fit. Today it’s a unique, no-frills gym with a wait list of clients seeking total fitness.

A new location for Kootenay Therapy means expanded services for its clients

Pharmasave is a welcome addition to the health care support available at the Cranbrook Mall

Another tenant for the Baker Street Professional Centre.

A new tenant open its doors last month in the Baker Street Professional and Medical Centre in Cranbrook.

Tilia Botanicals in Creston has been doing exceptionally well, and there are plenty of plans for the future.

Yoga by Myra has moved to a new location, in Castlegar, B.C.

Increased enforcement penalties and an awareness campaign are being implemented in B.C. to help combat the issue of distracted driving.

The colourful, crowded, market-style Centex store in Kimberley has fresh, locally sourced food that’s attracting customers from miles away.

Fine & Well Health and Chiropractic continues to offer service in Cranbrook while its Kimberley location is restored.

Co-owners, Gary and Susan Snow are very pleased to announce that they have culminated a sale to supply the team with their world award winning juice.

Steph China and her husband Jeff Honig have brought their passion for active lifestyles to opening, Revelution fitness studio in Revelstoke, B.C.

Funding for the Lilac Terrace expansion in Sparwood has been approved.

Offering a complete line of hot tubs, spas, swimming spas, accessories, chemical supplies, service and installation throughout the Columbia Valley.

F.W. Green Clinic moves and splits into two family practices

After spending most of his life in Calgary and Toronto, Dr. Kevin Roberge had had enough of city living, and that was Cranbrook’s gain.

Medical Biomagnetism is now available in the Kootenays

September 15th – 20th, a 6 –day cycling event around the International Selkirk Loop, a 350 mile route through Washington, Canada and Idaho.

This new physiotherapy centre has found its home in Nelson, B.C.

With proven results in some of the most grueling industries, Selkirk College biology instructor Dr. Delia Roberts is bringing her expertise in the field.

Cranbrook's $20 million East Kootenay Regional Hospital’s new Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is underway

Shortage of family physicians in Cranbrook was the topic at a recent chamber meeting.

The Curves philosophy of exercise, diet and coaching has provided a framework for success for Carla Lowden and her clients.

Tilia Botanicals has recently opened on 1521 Cook Street in Creston, offering an assortment of herbal products.

College of the Rockies’ Certified Dental Assistant program is marking a new milestone as students graduate from the program for the 30th year in a row.

Volunteerism is applauded by Olympic medalist Clara Hughes as she advocates for better understanding of mental illness.

Teck is helping to raise awareness of breast cancer and its impact on the local community.

Heidi Thompson is bringing new energy and vibrance to Taupe Hair & Nail Studio in Cranbrook, B.C.

Escape the Insanity! - A women’s wellness retreat will be taking place at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort on April 4th and 5th hosted by COTR.

Plans are in place to develop the Baker Street Mall into a health support centre, conveniently located in downtown Cranbrook.

Help improve avalanche forecasting with Canadian Avalanche Centre's new app upgrade.

Trail-based Kootenay Savings donated $5,000 to help fund healthcare travel.

CKCA and the Trust announce 2014/15 programs.

Jamie McDonald stopped in to speak to students at the College of the Rockies’ Golden campus on Thursday, January 9.

This past September, Fairmont Hot Springs welcomed RVers from across western Canada for the 9th RVwest Rally

Once known as Creston Fitness Centre, the only private gym in town has seen a change of name and ownership.