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Metal Tech Alley is a cluster of great minds and opportunities that is leading the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

In posthumous recognition of Danny Rickaby’s years of influence in Nelson, we include him on our list of 2018’s Top 10 Kootenay business people.

Tim Popowich loves copper, his chosen craft medium, for its functionality and beauty.

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

BC Assessment's Kootenay Columbia region covers the southeast portion of the province from Fernie to Grand Forks and from Revelstoke to Cranbrook.

Fairmont Creek Vacation Rentals has a treasure in its office manager, Angela White.

Paper and Cup is a new bookstore and café in Kimberley, B.C.

The big news at Nelson's Whitewater Resort is the installation and operation of their new Summit Chairlift, which is a Leitner-Poma fixed-grip quad.

Suzanne Thompson is a 30-year physiotherapy veteran, owner of Kootenay Therapy Center and a 2018 Top 10 Business Person

Fernie Distillers is the first licensed craft distillery in Fernie, B.C.

Terra Park and Rob Jay are intimately connected to the people of Revelstoke—their organic farm provides food for the community.

Overall, the Kootenay Columbia region's total assessments increased from $38.6 billion in 2017 to $40.87 billion this year.

Leaders in Canal Flats are developing plans for strategic economic growth in the community.

The director of sales and marketing at Island Lake Lodge, Mike McPhee, has taken the business to mountainous new heights thanks to his creative ingenuity

It is the fifth consecutive year Harley-Davidson of the Kootenays has held a raffle of their iconic motorcycles with proceeds benefiting the hospice.

The #BCTECH Summit is the place for connecting industry, government and research under one roof to do business.

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

Selkirk College and Austin Engineering worked together to create a 3-D printed model of the proposed Corra Linn dam upgrades for FortisBC.

The owner of Fruition Wellness, Allissa Keane, is healing East Kootenay residents via acupuncture

The Windsor stands to this day on its original location and is classified as an official heritage building.

Jimmy Bundschuh is most comfortable working behind the scenes, but recognizes that the scope of his business has made him a regional influencer.

WestJet Link is a new service that offers inexpensive and more frequent flights from Calgary to Cranbrook

Selkirk College Contemporary Music & Technology Program instructor Don Macdonald and his wife Allison Girvan provide all the vocals on the 10-track album

The Golden Optometric clinic received the 2017 Professional Service Excellence Award from the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce.

Sears in Nelson, B.C., is undergoing a transformation to Bears Furniture and Appliances thanks to owner Barry Marsh

Oxygen Art Centre’s Executive Director Miriam Needoba will be leaving her role at the end of the year after six years of service.

There were more than 319,000 pageviews on the Kootenay Business website in 2017.

Lolli and David Gagnon have founded a business and a not-for-profit organization that support the community of Golden, B.C.

The Wooden Spoon in Grand Forks is attaining acclaim and so is its owner and chef, Kayla Sebastian

Darrell Kemle’s businesses run on a tried-and-true combination: high-quality product at a fair price, backed by exceptional customer service.

The Deputy Minister’s Contractor of the Year Awards recognizes excellence in the delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

If you own or manage a small business that is ready to expand into markets outside of British Columbia, this free workshop can help.

Craig Moritz brings a talent for country music and a passion for animal rescue to his new home community of Canal Flats.

Kootenay Biz Blog will return on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018.

Columbia Basin Trust announces its most recent Social Grants recipients

The Province and the trust will each provide $14 million over the next three years with a target to create 225 affordable rental housing units.

Gambling revenue at the two provincially licensed casinos in the Kootenays generated a combined revenue of over $20 million in 2015/2016.

Hig & Son Automotive Repair operates on principles of honesty and reliability. We’d call that influential.

Adrian Bergles most recently was the lands manager for the Akisqnuk First Nation in the Columbia Valley

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

Columbia Basin Trust announces new five-year, $10-million program.

Columbia Basin Trust is expanding its support for arts, culture and heritage with $11.6 million over three years.

Mr. Dall'Antonia has more than 20 years of experience in the energy sector and joined FortisBC in 2004.

Manufacturers attended a free Export Navigator workshop to learn about growing their businesses through exporting.

With new easy-to-access drop-off bins it makes it convenient to donate reusable clothing at five Cranbrook locations.

The BC Export Awards annual awards program occurs in either Vancouver every fall and hosted by Business In Vancouver.

$1 million for non-profit organizations to upgrade critical office technology

Bears Furniture and Appliances will also operate under the BrandSource label, with an extensive selection of appliances, furniture and electronics.

The Swag Hair Studio won a green award from the Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce

Unique to the area, the college offers courses in Chinese medicine, Registered Massage Therapy and Holistic Nutrition.