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Aerial view of Hopkins Harvest
East Kootenay, Invermere, Cuisine, Environment, Small Business Harvesting the sun

Produce isn’t the only thing the Hopkins are harvesting—sunlight is next on their agenda.

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Graphic of the new logo for the Columbia Valley.
Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs Unwind in the Columbia Valley – New Brand

A new logo for the Columbia Valley has officially been unveiled, along with a new slogan for the area - 'It's time to unwind'

Golfer taking a swing along a long fairway, with large mountains in background.
Cranbrook, Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Christina Lake, Revelstoke, Tourism Six golf stops not to miss on your swing through the Kootenays

From beginner and family-friendly courses to those worthy of the most experienced golfer, these Kootenay fairways are worth a visit.

Dean McKerracher, mayor of Elkford, offers congratulations to RDEK CAO Lee-Ann Crane, on her retirement after 37 years with the organization.
Canal Flats, Cranbrook, Elkford, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Sparwood Crane takes a bow

Cranbrook’s Lee-Ann Crane had a 37-year career with the RDEK, working for the betterment of this community.

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Theresa Wood has opened MiCasa Coworking in a lovely heritage house in downtown Invermere, B.C.
Invermere, Small Business Co-working in Invermere

MiCasa Coworking provides office space as needed for local and visiting businesses.

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Building contractor Chuck Newhouse of Invermere, B.C., has built an elegant tiny house that has become a popular vacation rental.
Invermere, Real Estate, Small Business, Tourism Newhouse tiny home

This luxurious tiny house is available for vacation rental on an acreage near Invermere, B.C.; similar houses may be ordered from the builder.

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Mary Austin, Nicole Cherlet, Tanya Finley and Kayla Sebastian received  Influential Women in Business Awards from Kootenay Business magazine.
Cranbrook, Grand Forks, Fernie, Invermere, Nelson, Revelstoke, Trail, Cuisine, Real Estate, Retail, Small Business, Influential Women in Business 2016 IWIB recap

Seven businesswomen received the Kootenay Business magazine Influential Women in Business Awards for 2016.

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Sarah Adamson, owner/operator of Fuze Food and Smoothies
Invermere, Small Business, Influential Women in Business Sarah Adamson

From a seasonal food truck, Fuze Food has grown into a thriving, healthy take-out restaurant.

Kari Asselin, owner and creator of OM Organics Boutique Apothecary
Invermere, Health & Wellness, Small Business, Influential Women in Business Kari Asselin

Kari Asselin creates organic skin care products.

Theresa Wood is the community events co-ordinator in the District of Invermere.
Canal Flats, Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs Columbia Valley movers and shakers

Here are some of the people who are ensuring that the Columbia Valley is a healthy, prosperous place to live, play and do business.

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Artist's conception of residential townhome project, Highland Crossing.
Invermere, Developments, Real Estate First new townhomes in Invermere since 2008 break ground

Construction begins on seven homes in $4.1 million development with spectacular views of Lake Windermere.

Steve Paccagnan (L) and Pascal Van Dijk are president and CEO of Panorama Mountain Resort and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort respectively.
Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, Financial, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Value in the valley

Columbia Valley business leaders plan to collectively market the valley’s attractions to vacationers and prospective residents.

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Gerry Taft is halfway through his third term as mayor of the District of Invermere.
Invermere Strategies for growth

Increased amenities and improved understanding of the needs of its population are tools for growth in the District of Invermere

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Legacy Hall is a new multi-use facility at Lakeshore Resort and Campground at Lake Windermere, B.C.
Invermere, First Nations , Tourism Lakeshore culture

Lakeshore Resort and Campground offers unique amenities and events in addition to the campsites and the Lake Windermere beach.

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Janice Alpine is the business development officer for the Kootenay Aboriginal Business Development Agency based in Cranbrook, B.C.
Cranbrook, Elkford, Invermere, Sparwood, Christina Lake, First Nations , Small Business Support for Aboriginal businesses

KABDA guides Aboriginal entrepreneurs through the stages of business from startup to expansion and succession.

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Rosemary Phillips is acting economic sector director for the Ktunaxa Nation
Cranbrook, Creston, Invermere, First Nations , Small Business Ktunaxa plan for the future

The Ktunaxa Nation is taking steps to achieve self-sufficiency for all Ktunaxa people who reside within its traditional territory.

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(L to R) Roberta Hall and Laurie Klassen are the chair and executive director, respectively, of the Columbia Valley Community Foundation.
Canal Flats, Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs Measuring the quality of Valley life

Columbia Valley Community Foundation will be checking the vital signs of the communities in the valley, going directly to its residents for input.

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Susan Clovechok, executive director of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, spent time with members of Junior Achievement B.C.
Canal Flats, Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs Columbia Valley Chamber 2016

The Columbia Valley communities are setting an excellent example for regional collaboration in many sectors.

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A view of the house from the pool.
Invermere, Real Estate The Kootenays’ most intriguing home is for sale

A 4,178-square-foot, 4-bedroom, ultra-modern masterpiece.

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Windermere Valley Golf Course, on the sunny east side of the Columbia Valley is always one of the region's first golf courses to open.
Cranbrook, Creston, Golden, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Castlegar, Christina Lake, Revelstoke, Rossland, Trail Projected 2016 opening dates for Kootenay golf courses

Here's a list of Kootenay Golf Course opening dates we have been able to track down.

Picture of Gord McArthur, world-class ice climber from Cranbrook.
Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Grand Forks, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Castlegar, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, Revelstoke, Rossland, Trail, Small Business Don’t miss world-class climber, Gord McArthur, guest speaker at 40 under 40 luncheon

Kootenay Business sought out the top 40 young business leaders in the Kootenay/Boundary/ Revelstoke areas to honour this group of under-40-year-old rising stars

Picture of craft distillery.
Invermere, Cuisine, Small Business, Tourism New distillery coming to Invermere

Taynton Bay Distillers are planning to produce vodka, gin and an un-aged whiskey which should be available for the summer or fall of 2016.

Keith Mose was nominated for the 40 Under 40 by Susan Clovechok, executive director of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, where Mose serves as a director.
Invermere Keith Mose

This young entrepreneur works hard, plays hards and volunteers that way, too

Mark Starr, owner of Super Starr Cleaning
Invermere Mark Starr

This guy goes to work and gets down and dirty

CMH's Summer Adventure Lodge in the Bugaboos.
Invermere, Developments Shuswap Indian Band and CMH Heli-Skiing and Summer Adventures sign Memorandum of Understanding

The Shuswap Indian Band and CMH will begin work on specific initiatives focusing on tourism stewardship, youth career development and cultural sharing.

Bighorn Meadows Condos located between the ninth and 10th holes
Invermere, Developments Bighorn Meadows Resort set for busy 2016 summer season

With nine phases complete and almost 100 per cent sold, Phase 10, The Residences of Bighorn Meadows, is currently selling two-bedroom condos on the golf course.

by Nowell Berg
Steve Langevin snow biking
Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, Tourism Invermere’s new snowbiking business

Steve Langevin is a former professional dirt bike rider and snowmobile racer who has started Radium Snowbike and Snowmobile Rentals.

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Dr. Catherine Mateer (UVic) and Dr. Stan Chung (College of the Rockies) sign two new partnership agreements as (L-R) deans of instruction Heather Hepworth and Darrell Bethune, director of student affairs Doris Silva and dean of instruction Jack Moes look on.
Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Education Attend university at the college

Students can attend their first and second year of university at College of the Rockies in Cranbrook.

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It is expected that the 2016 Career & Job Fair at College of the Rockies will be an empowering event for employers and job seekers.
Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Education Serious opportunities at the 2016 Career Fair

The 2016 Career & Job Fair at College of the Rockies can provide you with links to employment in many fields.

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The exterior of an energy-efficient home built by Tyee Custom Homes in Kimberley, B.C.
Invermere, Kimberley, Sparwood, Energy, Environment Rewarding greener buildings

Three East Kootenay communities have rebate programs to encourage energy-efficient buildings

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Todd Mitchell, owner of the popular Pizzeria Mercato in Invermere.
Invermere, Cuisine, Developments, Retail Mercato Pizzeria to be new tenant in Invermere liquor store plaza

The new retail plaza is located in front of the Canadian Tire and across from Kicking Horse Coffee directly on Invermere’s busy main entrance.

Picture of Jan Klimek, holding up decorative frame around herself.
Invermere, Developments, Real Estate, Small Business Jan Klimek joins Invermere’s First Choice Realty

Jan Klimek, a well-known and experienced realtor in the Columbia Valley, is the newest addition to the staff at First Choice Realty in Invermere.

Artist's rendition of the new Columbia Valley Community Centre.
Invermere, Developments, Financial Invermere residents rally to raise $1.5 million for new Community Centre

Join Invermere residents for fun events throughout the year with all proceeds benefiting different areas of the new community centre.

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.

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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Gerry Taft, mayor of Invermere, B.C.
Invermere, Developments, Financial, Tourism Rolling with things

Gerry Taft is the third term mayor for Invermere, B.C.

by Nowell Berg
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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Highland Crossings’ townhomes that overlook Lake Windermere.
Invermere, Developments, Real Estate New $4.1 million multi-family community in Invermere

Seven homes to start construction at Highland Crossing.

An Observe tire on a Subaru in the snow
Invermere, Environment, Technology, Transportation Black tires go green

Turning nut waste into tires is an example of upcycling for environmental benefits

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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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Artist's rendition of the new liquor store in Invermere, B.C.
Invermere, Developments, Retail New Invermere liquor store construction underway

The new privately-owned Invermere Liquor Store has broken ground and construction is underway.

Invermere writer Elinor Florence embarks on a book tour sponsored by the Kootenay Library Federation in mid-November (see sidebar below); she also appears at Lotus Books in Cranbrook Saturday, December 5 during a Kootenay Authors event from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Invermere First the writing, then the marketing

Elinor Florence offers an author's-eye-view into the world of getting a historical novel published in Canada.

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A Modern Mountain Alpine home design that includes a steep sloped roof, the combination of rock and wood work decoration and large glass windows.
Invermere, Developments Behind the scenes in architectural design

There is no typical day in architectural design. There is lots of hard work, but also many rewards.

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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.

Map of Jumbo Glacier Resort
Invermere, Developments, Tourism B.C. Environment Minister determines Jumbo not “substantially” started—certificate expired

Development on the Jumbo Glacier Resort project cannot proceed until a new Environmental Assessment Certificate is obtained.

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
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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