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In this edition of the Kootenay Business Podcast we talk with Alan Mason, Director of Community Economic Development, for the City of Revelstoke.

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

Google Trekkers visited some of the most scenic and iconic areas of the Kootenay Rockies region this summer, as part of a Destination BC campaign.

There’s nothing like an economic downturn to show you who your friends are.

SOAHC Estate Wines is pleased to announce the completion of a new state-of-the-art biodynamic winery.

Mr. Norm McInnis has been named the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the City of Fernie.

The need for metallurgical coal is on the rise, and that’s good news for southeastern British Columbia communities.

According to a report published in Business in Vancouver (BIV), five of the largest mines in the province are in the Elk Valley.

Jason Wheeldon shares recent trends in the Cranbrook real estate market & adds some valuable tips for first time home buyers.

Cranbrook’s new CAO has identified the city’s priorities, strengths and opportunities, and established a culture of customer service.

Backroads Brewing Company is a start-up brewery located in the heart of Baker Street, in downtown Nelson.

Backroads Brewing Company in Nelson is almost ready to fill your hearts with cheer and your belly with beer

Cranbrook’s prosperity and viability depend on people of vision and energy, like the four we feature here.

One staff member who undoubtedly was pivotal to the team for the last 5 years, was Fernie’s Brewmaster Gord Demaniuk.

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

Cranbrook residents are driving each other up the wall at Arq Mountain Centre

After 37 years of mining, Darrel Davis has uncovered “one of the richest finds in the last hundred years” near Trout Lake, B.C.

A behind-the-scenes look at the essential work of an avalanche controller

Long-time automotive executive Al King is back as general manager at Chalet GM in Kimberley.

"Give people something exciting to do and new to experience," says Nico Leenders, marketing manager at the Revelstoke Mountain Resort (RMR) in Revelstoke.

Cranbrook Mayor Lee Pratt is looking to fix roads, but a loan will be necessary

Stag Leap Running Co. launched as an online trail running resource in April 2016, aiming to build a trail running community in the mountain town of Fernie, B.C.

The new head of the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce gets valuable support from volunteers, other chambers and local organizations.

At City Hall in Kimberley, B.C., customer service is a priority and a yardstick for measuring progress.

A variety of programs are filling the need for skilled labour in the Kootenays, with both high schools and colleges offering ways into the trades.

The popular pool area in the Nelson and District Community Complex reopens after more than a year of renovations.

The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce luncheon is on October 19 at the Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort.

The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well says Kevin Wilson, Kimberley’s economic development officer.

Both the Hume Hotel and the Best Western Baker Street Inn are getting facelifts.

From pub and restaurants to guest ranches and pet stores the Kootenays definitely has a unique line up of business ventures for sale.

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

Affordable land, established infrastructure and improved business supports make Cranbrook a good option for development and expansion.

The revamped hotel features a high-end restaurant/lounge, craft beer facility, a nighclub and the new front-of-house bistro, The Farm Fresh Cafe.

Kimberley’s SunMine is giving an unexpected boost to the city’s tourism industry.

Heiko Socher passed away but will be remembered as the dynamo who built Fernie's famous ski resort

Revelstoke mayor Mark McKee likes to deal with problems head-on, working with Revelstoke residents and government agencies to find solutions.

Well-known Kootenay Lake business person, Greg Garbula, recently launched his new real estate career based out of the Crawford Bay area.

Offer available to first 10 downtown Rossland businesses that sign up.

The fair will take place in the front entrance of the Cranbrook main campus, on October 12 from 7:00 to 8:30pm.

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

Telus’ innovative Future Home was showcased in Kimberley, B.C.

The funding aims to improve and develop trails to join communities, recreation assets, neighbourhoods and larger trail networks for the enjoyment of the valley.

The story is told by Tom Lymbery who was raised in the Gray Creek general store.

Communities in the Columbia Basin Trust catchment area (Kootenay/Columbia) were major beneficiaries.

Deepwater Horizon is the big-screen dramatization of the 2010 oil-rig explosion in the Gulf of Mexico.

“Our smaller class sizes and more personalized educational experience are attractive to our students," says Jason Colombo, College Registrar.

Wayne Haddad and daughter Cora Tschetters were recognized as leading representatives of the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan.

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

Tourism Kimberley is busy spreading the word about the small city’s charm, character and extensive, high-quality amenities.

Dr. Andrea Walsh is a visual anthropologist specializing in 20th century and contemporary aboriginal art.