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Chris Barlow, long-time city employee and Castlegar’s new CAO, talked with us about his background, his work and the year ahead.

Columbia Basin Trust approves $870,000 in Environment Grants

Based in Invermere, B.C., Forrest Campbell formed Freewheeling Energy

CertainTeed proposes a 135-hectare open-pit gypsum mine, located approximately 12 kilometres northeast of Canal Flats.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Jensen reappointed Chair, Booth new Vice-Chair, plus four new directors.

Patty Vadnais, executive director of the Fernie chamber of commerce, applauds Fernie as a community of doers and problem solvers.

Selkirk College is now accepting applications for the upcoming February start in three different programs.

Kootenay Business and Koocanusa Publications extend their deepest condolences to Clayton Murrell’s family, friends and the firefighting fraternity.

Over the next three years, the Trust is expanding its support for arts, culture and heritage with $11.6 million. \

Youth Leadership Summit takes place in Kimberley this May

Eden Yesh will host Community Investment sessions in most communities throughout the Kootenays

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Kootenay Business is shining a spotlight on the young entrepreneurs of the Kootenays with our latest 40 under 40 list

Golden Installations has been in business for over 47 years in the Upper Columbia Valley.

Invermere leads the way with the highest assessed value for a property in the Kootenay Columbia region.

Formerly known as CanAus Coal Limited, the company rebranded itself as North Coal Limited in late November 2017.

A new winter recreation amenity will soon be available in the region when the Blewett Conservation Society's outdoor rink project is completed.

Mike Adams is an inspiring example of professionalism in business, generous community service, steadfast friendship and commitment to family.

Brandi O’Neill is the owner and operator of Kimberley’s new boutique bookstore and cafe called Paper and Cup.

Columbia Basin Trust provides over $1M for 41 projects.

Tyee Log & Timber has built five log and timber pedestrian bridges in the City of Kimberley, B.C.

Creativity, practicality and appreciation for their community drive these Fernie residents to high levels of contribution.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

Overwaitea Foods stores in Kimberley and Creston have rebranded to Save-On-Foods

The youth soccer organization is currently gathering funds and support to build a $1.7 million indoor soccer/sports facility in Cranbrook.

Navigating the complexities of exporting your business is easier with the help of Community Futures’ export advisor, Michael Hoher

These Castlegar citizens have gone beyond the necessary to create quality in the business community and benefits for the community at large.

The Real Canadian Superstore in Cranbrook is making grocery shopping more convenient than ever before

Kootenay businesses benefit from a new marketing company called birr in Fernie, B.C.

Approximately 115 properties on the north side of Highway 3 in West Fernie are now officially part of the City of Fernie.

Restoration of the timber-frame bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River restores convenient access for pedestrians and cyclists.

Former GM at The Drive/B-104 Leo Biggio recently took a transfer back to the Kamloops market, after being in Cranbrook since 2012.

BDO Canada helps clear the confusion of income sprinkling for business owners.

EKC encourages the community to keep the needs of the Cranbrook Food Bank top of mind throughout the year.

Creston-based Kemlee Equipment Ltd. has opened a parts depot in Cranbrook.

Renné Hooper from Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge gives practical advice about how to plan a prosperous symposium

Described as a modest expansion, Whitetooth added two new tanks in November 2017.

Kootenay Business is pleased to present a snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.

The City of Cranbrook's 311 app is designed to improve customer service between the public and city management/staff.

Dial back your back pain with expert knowledge from Andrew Burkholder of Creekside Physiotherapy in Marysville, B.C.

Cranbrook’s Farm Kitchen, opened by Community Connections Society of Southeastern B.C., is a shared-use commercial kitchen plus office space.

Modelled after CBC’s “The Dragons’ Den,” students in Grades 7 to University will pitch their business idea to a panel of local judges.

Tervita is a leading environmental services company with nearly 40 years of industry experience.

Jason Wheeldon, one of Cranbrook's leading realtors, provides insight into real estate trends in Cranbrook and area.

Dr. Heilman is involved in a unique Wikipedia project that builds and distributes an amazing electronic medical device known as “Internet-in-a-Box.”

Fernie Distillers will be the first licensed craft distillery situated in Fernie, East Kootenays.

Teck projects a price of US $165 to $170 per tonne.

Jason Louie, chief of the Lower Kootenay Indian Band, remembers his roots and works to improve life for the next generations.

If we were making up a dream team of Cranbrook’s influencers, the people listed here would be on the roster.