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The 22nd Annual Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held on November 18, 2021.

The owners of Burton City Cider produce Kootenay-made cider, honey and other quality products using environmentally conscious methods

Traction on Demand combines tech talent with the sustainability of small communities such as Nelson, B.C.

Ella Harris and Breanna Fast have fulfilled their dreams of opening a cocktail bar, The Hourglass, in Kimberley, B.C.

Are you a green business? KootenayBiz is looking for sustainable business stories.

Itching to hit the slopes? Check out this list of ski destinations in the Kootenays and Canadian Rockies region

Beverly MacNaughton, executive director of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, is excited about mines and local businesses being busier than ever

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce 2021 Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2021

One of the Best Workplaces in Canada and with phenomenal growth, Traction on Demand shows that doing good is good for business

Morning Mountain Coffee Co. in Nelson produces convenient and portable coffee bags—an alternative to K-cups.

Radius Retreat welcomes visitors from all over the world to experience, learn about and explore the backcountry near Radium Hot Springs, B.C.

The owner of Huckleberry Mountain Market stepped up and rewarded his staff with $30,000 in bonuses after a grueling COVID summer.

Tourism Radium and the Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce focus on promoting Radium as a hotspot for tourists

The Elkford Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards were held virtually on October 29, 2021

Franchising in the Kootenays: An interview with the Canadian Franchise Association’s Kenny Chan

Inspired by her travels, Megan DeVries invested time, money and considerable elbow grease to create her flourishing mobile bar in Nelson.

Tired of the same old fast-food fare? Simply Raw offers customers a selection of healthy, good-for-you options

Franchising in the Kootenays: Meet Hollie Tayal of Modern Purair

Tom Thomson, executive director of the Nelson Chamber, has been proactive in advocating for business support, including a Keep Us Open for Business campaign

Trevor Semchuck and Wade Jarvis are the business partners behind Kimberley’s newest distillery, Bootleg Spirits

They’re a growing trend across the Kootenays—check out this list of the region’s co-working spaces.

Canal Flats, B.C., wants to grow its population and is offering a tax break to businesses that relocate to this small East Kootenay town

Franchising in the Kootenays: Meet the Britners of PropertyGuys.com

Brad Pommen, President of SMRT1 Technologies in Nelson, B.C., explains how to come up with a useful product and bring it to the marketplace

David Ketel, president of the WKRDAS near Castlegar, B.C., delves into the exhaustive and fulfilling work required to operate a family-friendly ORV destination

Marie-Michelle Lafontaine let nothing break her stride when she started Glacier PhysioLab in Golden, B.C. - and now she’s added bike-fitting to her services

The owners of Barks and Recreation pooled their talents to forge a comprehensive pet service and supply company.

The owners of Earthy Organics in Fruitvale, B.C., are huge proponents of community-supported agriculture.

Based in Nelson, B.C., Melinda Nealis and Kayla Carley are the mother-and-daughter duo behind Replenish—The Kootenay Refill Store

Morchella Market & Cafe is bringing a farm fresh feel to grocery shopping downtown Cranbrook, accompanied by the fully renovated co-working space upstairs

The Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise is helping Kootenay businesses design and build outdoor gear that rocks

Mo’ Better Organized assists clients by helping them organize their homes and lives

Jared Williams, manager of Northstar Bicycle Co. in Cranbrook, B.C., has adapted his love of bicycles and coffee into a popular Kootenay Business

These sisters from Trail, B.C., decided to give back to their community through their Kootenay-inspired clothing company.

A new Dairy Queen Grill and Chill restaurant will occupy the old Union Hotel property in Trail, B.C.

Mike and Charmain Bibby, owners of Bibby Fine Interiors and Bibby Fine Furniture in Nelson, B.C., help people design their perfect home and work space

Red Seal Chef Barrie Elliott and her team bring delicious, seasonally-inspired dishes to their catered events

Sarah Harper and Stu Smith bring the Revelstoke community together through the bounty of their harvest.

Marie-Pier Dionne arrived in B.C. with a backpack, $100 and a dream—now she owns a bilingual daycare and aromatherapy line in Castlegar.

Based in Golden, B.C., Day2Day Books is a highly experienced bookkeeping company

Stacey Brensrud, executive director of the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce, highlights why Revelstokians have reason to be stoked for their city

Trent Mason, Aboriginal owner of Blue Canoe Orchards in Creston, B.C., aims to distribute fresh cherries throughout the Kootenays

Shawna Bryant, executive director of the Elkford Chamber of Commerce, highlights accomplishments of the past year and issues to address in the future

2nd Edition Coworking offers a quality workspace rental opportunity in Fernie’s historic downtown area.

Daniel Holden, general manager of the Kimberley Chamber, has implemented a variety of necessary changes to bolster Kimberley’s presence

Derrek Kittson, President of the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce, is excited about a new Chamber building and upgraded infrastructure on Columbia Avenue

Craft beer lovers in Creston, B.C., are tipping a glass (or two) to the new business in town—Wild North Brewing Co.

The owners of From Scratch in Fairmont Hot Springs are responding to COVID-19 by growing and pivoting their business.

Lisa Ziebarth, manager of the Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce, loves how community-minded Creston is

Find uniquely home-grown Kootenay clothing, wearables and gear from these 12 local businesses