Dianna Ducs, executive director of Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism, is leading the way to a significant increase in tourism in her area.
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Doug Mann’s career in automotive engineering spans 35 years. He recently moved to Nelson to join Pacific Insight.
by Kyle BornListening and engaging have led to success for Cam Dawes, owner/operator of IGA in Golden
by Kyle BornRyan Doehle’s 21 years of work in his self-started and expanding business have landed him a spot on the list of the Top 10 Business People of 2017
by Kyle BornWith the online world at his fingertips, Seán McTernan left Ireland for Canada and established his digital business in Fernie.
by Marie MilnerThe co-founder and CEO of Invermere’s Kicking Horse Coffee is a visionary with a love of the outdoors and a great appreciation for the Columbia Valley.
by Kirsten ArmlederThe new space for Kootenay Co-op in Nelson is a welcoming and spacious spot for shopping and socializing.
Up to 16 West Kootenay residents are receiving the training they need at Selkirk College for jobs in their communities.
Kootenay Business is pleased to present a weekly snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.
Prestige Hotels and Resorts owns several properties in the Kootenays, including the Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort in Cranbrook.
Experts from the Welstand Group, Investors Group and BDO are inviting business owners to attend this informative and professional seminar.
$10-million investment will support students, create jobs and expand programs
Kaslo, Nelson, Slocan, Nakusp and Revelstoke round out the Top 5 highest assessment value increase for residential houses in the Kootenay/Columbia region.
The installation of a new acid plant will improve efficiency and environmental performance at Teck's Trail Operations.
Fernie’s new CAO brings experience and a creative approach to the work of community engagement and community development.
by Marie MilnerOwner Mike Combs is moving Morrissey Creek Building Supplies in Grand Forks
by Kyle BornInvermere’s Cassy Campbell is a CEO, mother, and caregiver for her quadriplegic husband
by Kyle BornOwner of his gelato shop-cafe business since May 2004, Gerry thanked valley residents and visitors for their support and his staff for their hard work.
Road safety survival kits save lives. Here’s how you should stock yours.
by Kyle BornMethodically and carefully, Mayor Ron Toyota and the Town council of Creston are making the community’s strategic plan a reality.
by Marie MilnerKootenay Business is pleased to present a weekly snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.
Sign up now for this world class training session with Dr. Mark Colgate, award winning professor at UVic's Gustavson School of Business.
Well-known as a golf pro at The Springs and Radium Resort Golf courses, Joe recently joined Century 21 Rockies Realty in Radium.
Carla Nelson at Maritime Travel in Cranbrook has some tips for potential travellers.
by Sandra AlbersDon Freschi has amassed a collection of newfangled gear and innovative individuals in Trail, B.C.’s MIDAS lab
by Kyle BornNelson’s city manager, Kevin Cormack, relies on both creativity and strong planning to continue the progress in his community.
by Marie MilnerElectric vehicles (EV) are quickly becoming an affordable and reliable option for drivers and represent a significant opportunity to reduce local greenhouse gas
Taqueria el Corazon started as a food truck, but recently, owner Betty Gutierrez decided to put down roots and set up a brick and mortar location.
The College of the Rockies Career and Job Fair will be in the school’s gymnasium March 8, 2017. Here are the exhibitors that will be on location.
by Kyle BornFinnish-Canadian Mika Sihvo builds one-of-a-kind portable saunas in Revelstoke, B.C.
by Kyle BornChris Nicholson is a highly qualified, tree-loving arborist who owns and operates Black Bear Tree Care in Fernie, B.C.
by Marie MilnerCommunities reduce water use from 2 to 39 per cent.
The College of the Rockies Career and Job Fair is coming up. Prepare to apply by giving yourself a head start
by Kyle BornThank you for following the Biz Blog on a regular basis in 2016—we wish you the very best.
The District of Invermere’s director of finance, Karen Coté, started her public service career as the District’s receptionist.
by Marie MilnerTracey Butler, DOCS for Castlegar, B.C., is all about teamwork, serving the public and keeping things real.
by Marie MilnerTeck Trail Operations has completed construction on the Smelter Recycle Building, a $35-million investment that will reduce fugitive dust emissions by up to 25%
Through his work as chief administrator for the City of Cranbrook, David Kim satisfies his wish to contribute to his community.
by Marie MilnerIn this continuing Podcast series we interview Sherin Laurie, owner and general manager of Top Hand Supplies (Pets Go Raw) in Cranbrook.
Thom Tischik, Chair, and Deanne Steven, Vice-Chair of Kootenay Rockies Tourism will both be leaving for new positions.
Callan Senyk is capturing the Elk Valley’s snowmobiling scene with his new business, Throttle Ops Photography
by Kirsten ArmlederFirst quarter realized prices will reflect a combination of sales at the quarterly contract price and spot sales.
Jon Wilsgard is one of many small-town CAOs who are dedicated to managing the critical elements of daily life in their communities.
by Marie MilnerThe City of Kimberley has not set an asking price for either SunMine or the Kimberley Conference at this point.
Kootenay Business is pleased to present a weekly snapshot of the top jobs available in the region.
We are pleased to present the Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies in the region—we salute your success!
28 projects across the Basin to receive funding.
Soup du Jar in New Denver, B.C., is Kayte Rock’s pride and joy
by Virginia RaschThe space is modern, professionally equipped and located in a Heritage building right on the main drag in downtown Rossland.
Atlantis Antiques in Marysville and Phoenix Antiques in Cranbrook are the latest additions for Don Langvand, also owner of Dragon Antiques
by Virginia Rasch