Floris and René Steenkamp, new owners of The Grater Good Kitchen Supply Company in Kimberley, B.C., are excited to share their passion for cooking
by Kyle BornAll Kimberley articles
14 Kimberley businesses and individuals garnered praise for their excellence this year
by Julie MatchettErin Thompson and Brian Sondergaard are the driving forces behind Kimberley Kritters - a wildly successful pet supply store in Kimberley, B.C.
by Danielle CameronFounded in 1950, the East Kootenay Community Credit Union is celebrating their 70th anniversary on December 14, 2020
by Julie MatchettFrom much-needed housing to commercial buildings, these East Kootenay cities are continuing to blossom.
by Danielle CameronThe Kimberley Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Business Excellence Awards
by Julie MatchettWildsight is hosting fun summer day camps for kids ages seven to 12
by Julie MatchettA trip of goats are trained as targeted grazers for a unique business: Vahana Nature Rehabilitation in Ta Ta Creek, B.C.
by Virginia RaschKootenay companies innovate to help Canada become self-sufficient in PPE during the COVID-19 pandemic
by Virginia RaschPandemic bad haircuts and lessons learned by Kellie Wolf, owner of Wolfy’s Hair Den in Kimberley
by Virginia RaschThroughout the East Kootenay area, local farms and food producers sell directly to the public through roadside stands and farmgate sales
by Julie MatchettWe’ve compiled a list of retail, takeout, delivery and professional service businesses that you can support in Kimberley
by Kyle BornBuying or selling a home during the COVID-19 pandemic in British Columbia? Yes you can!
by Virginia RaschMeat Matters in Kimberley is open for business with their mouth-watering tagline: Meat. Fire. Flavour.
by Virginia RaschHaving a deer-resistant garden is possible with careful planning and some knowledge of suitable plants
by Julie MatchettEric and Michelle Forbes, owners of Kimberley City Bakery, are closing and selling their business
by Kyle BornFour Kootenay distilleries are turning an alcoholic byproduct into a critically short commodity: Hand sanitizer for FREE!
by Virginia RaschDarla Sparrow, owner and founder of Mandala Birth in Kimberley, B.C., has expanded her business as a doula
by Kyle BornKimberley’s Chelsea Boyd Gibson came back home to run two businesses, Meadowsweet Photography and Meadowsweet Yoga & Wellness.
by Sandra AlbersThe Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce handed out 16 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony.
by Virginia RaschOn September 20, Cranbrook and Kimberley volunteers joined a world-wide effort to clean up our communities and raise awareness about protecting our environment.
by Marie MilnerDarcy Wanuk started stitch + cloth Ecodesigns in Kimberley, B.C., to reconstruct old textiles into funky women’s clothing
by Virginia RaschWhile checking out Kimberley’s visitor attractions, don’t forget the flowerful Cominco Gardens
by Virginia RaschThe Knitty Gritty shop in Kimberley can get you started on a new, healthy hobby
by Virginia RaschPoets, performers, visual art displays included at international conference
Shawna L’Heureux, owner of Zen Mountain Float + Wellness in Kimberley, is an expert in all things skin. She’s also one of Kootenay Business’s 2019 Influential
by Zoë DupleyThe Kootenay Savings Community Foundation is excited to announce the distribution of more than $57,000 in new grants
Municipalities are on the front lines of climate change, so it is important they are developing plans and implementing actions to become more resilient
Lucas Roach of Big Magic Design is proud to serve Kimberley clients.
by Danielle CameronConstruction is expected to start in September 2019
With three events planned for July, the East Kootenay is a busy location for the sport of blind golf thanks to local advocate and competitor, Darren Douma
by Kristen MitchellProgram, held in partnership with UVic, fundraises to thank local schools for support
Introducing the East Kootenay nominees for our 40 under 40 list.
The One River, One Future conference will take place in Kimberley, B.C. from September 12-14, 2019
Bachelor of Science nursing students busy with mock mass casualty simulation; latest Fire Services certificate graduating class in Kimberley
Kimberley’s manager of economic development, Schaun Goodeve, sees a bright future for Kimberley’s strong and engaged business community.
by Marie MilnerThe Mountain Grass Glass Gallery is a new shop in Kimberley, B.C.
by Virginia RaschDr. Eric Nelson has two dental offices in the East Kootenay and prides himself on balancing his work and family life.
by Danielle Cameron“A lot of us in the business community have put everything we have on the line for our businesses.” —Nicole Leclair
by Marie MilnerNumerous new construction and development projects are springing up throughout the Kootenays
by Keith PowellBlack Dog Cycle and Ski is contributing to the small-business climate thriving in Kimberley’s Platzl
by Virginia RaschWith perfect timing for the holidays, Zoe and Sheldon Ferguson opened the Treehouse Toy Co. in Kimberley, B.C., in November
by Virginia RaschGrow Tea & Elixir Corner won the Kimberley chamber’s Environmental Stewardship Excellence Award in 2018
by Virginia RaschThere have been some recent additions and changes to the scene on Kimberley's Platzl
Here are a few members of Kimberley’s business community whose attitudes and practices inspire and influence others.
by Marie MilnerIn the coming years, Elder Bro's Farm plans to supply fresh and ripe elderberries to all of BC for delicious wines, juices, jams, and of course, schnapps.
Rick Jensen, founder of New Dawn Group of Companies, looks back at the company’s 40 years in construction and development.
by Marie MilnerSpirit Rock Climbing Center took home the 2018 Kimberley chamber award for Youth Friendly Business, and it’s easy to see why.
by Zoë DupleyThe new EKCCI is seeking founding members and investors who wish to make an impact in their community
Don McCormick talks about managing Kimberley’s assets and liabilities—the conference centre, the SunMine and the wildfire interface.
by Marie Milner