All Milestones articles

How one family’s passion is creating economic opportunities and preserving a local landmark

KootenayBiz had the honour of chatting with Lillian Rose on the origins of Q̓apkiǂ—a book that celebrates Ktunaxa culture

The owner of Ridgeline Physio takes a fitness-forward approach to get Elk Valley clients back in motion.

Ktunaxa artist Darcy Roshau creates intricate beadwork and murals to honour her community and culture.

Ktunaxa Enterprises Ltd. blends cultural values and economic opportunity

Hungarian artists Jani Lakatos, Sophie Barbarics establish vibrant new photography and dance business

Advancing sustainable solutions with new investments in plastic waste management

Building resilience to face the future with confidence

Proudly marking 50 years in business, Nakusp Hot Springs has gone from humble beginnings to an iconic Kootenay destination.

Read about local coffee roasters as you celebrate the beverage that’s an essential pick-me-up for many people

Two Kootenay organizations amalgamate to make the region more attractive to new residents, businesses and investors.

Gord Bunston overcame the unimaginable to become a thriving Fernie business owner

The RED Mountain Resort team shares the strategies and challenges of hosting a large-scale Kootenay music festival

The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of Kootenay wineries to visit.

The consumer trend towards buying locally-grown flowers is booming in the Kootenays as proven by this list of 10 flower farms

The owner of Notably, a Book Lover’s Emporium reflects on a dream realized.

Phase one in monitoring mode; onward with phase two.

Catching up with the COO of Gipman Kitchens & Cabinetry in Cranbrook

Local farmers markets help to increase food security and create sustainable communities—check out our list of markets across the Kootenays.

The owner of Paw & Order in Nelson is barking up the right tree, with a positive approach to dog training.

Amanda Mori of Summit Osteopathy makes a difference in the lives of Elk Valley residents

Columbia Basin Trust backs four comprehensive projects for environmental health

Canada's EV mandate sparks increased demand for battery recycling in business-friendly region.

These strategic moves mark a significant step forward.

A story of transformation and conservation in Creston, B.C.

Aron Ashman and Mandy Mullen share secrets to their sizzling business success in Nelson.

The owner of Arq Mountain Centre in Cranbrook, B.C., discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the thriving climbing community he has fostered.

The community of Grand Forks is charting new territory, with exciting plans in the works.

The owners of Dig Garden Centre are all about community, sustainability and growth

Cyndi Weltz discusses the journey of Life Balance, its impact, and future goals in addressing the health needs of local women.

Blizzard Music Festival 2024 strikes a chord in Rossland.

Check out this list of businesses for sale across the Columbia Valley and Kootenay regions.

Taking a fond look back at some of the most inspirational thought leaders from the stories we told in 2023.

Dr. Tyler Phillipson reflects on his vision for holistic patient care at Active Balance in Nelson.

A recap of the Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Business Awards.

A dedicated group of outdoor enthusiasts and a business that’s all about precision were among this year’s winners.

There were a total of 12 award winners at this year’s Business Excellence celebration.

The annual Business Excellence awards were held on October 27th at Key City Theatre.

The annual awards celebrate the successes of local businesses and the people who make a difference in the community.

Andras Lukacs, executive director at Tourism Rossland, shares some of the recent successes of the organization

Winners of the 2023 Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were announced on October 19.

Shared workspaces in communities like Cranbrook, Golden, Fernie, Nelson and Trail provide flexibility and support in a communal environment.

Kristina Kotila discusses the serenity of running a mobile massage business in Golden, B.C.

Find award-winning beers at these local Kootenay area breweries

Aaron Higgs, president of Nupqu Resource Limited Partnership, is growing this Indigenous-owned company through plants, people and profits

Corrie Walkley, chair of Ktunaxa Enterprises Ltd., discusses the Ktunaxa Nation’s governance and economic development efforts.

From China to New Denver: How a family adventure turned into a thriving furniture business

Areas of historical mining operations, such as Rossland, are of particular interest as they may offer undiscovered mineral deposits

Explore this list of distilleries from across the Kootenay region in British Columbia.

Kelly Terbasket, Program Director of kinSHIFT and IndigenEYEZ, discusses the value of Indigenous-led leadership training and empowerment initiatives