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It was an evening of online celebration and virtual toasts to the winners of the 2020 Trail Business Excellence Awards.

Dave Stonehouse, founder of the BC School of Log Building and owner of Stonehouse Woodworks in Golden, B.C., is teaching the next generation of carpenters

This mountainous region of B.C. is inviting to winter recreation enthusiasts.

Zan Comerford, founder of Liteworks Marketing, has officially opened the doors to her brick and mortar boutique agency in downtown Nelson, B.C.

Despite a challenging year, KootenayBiz told many inspiring and informative stories—here are our Top 10 from 2020

Viibrant Earth Cafe and Bistro is a welcomed boutique eatery in the tiny community of Canal Flats, B.C.

Luz Hernandez, owner and chef of Su Casa Authentic Mexican Kitchen in Windermere, B.C., runs her restaurant with her four children

Dustin Gilchrist, director of operations at KYR Supply in Warfield, B.C., creates Kootenay-inspired outdoor apparel that is made in Canada

Founded in 1950, the East Kootenay Community Credit Union is celebrating their 70th anniversary on December 14, 2020

The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Excellence Awards, virtual-style, on November 7th

One lady’s incredible jam journey in Elkford, B.C. started with pina colada

The BC Achievement Community Awards honour excellence and exceptional community service in communities across the province

The owner of the Revelstoke Sugar Shack is a promoter of smiles and sweet gestures in an otherwise difficult time.

Spunky young entrepreneur’s coffee is flowing across the Kootenays and Canada from Rooftop Coffee Roasters in Fernie, B.C.

The vacant Canadian Tire property in Cranbrook has been purchased by a Calgary-based development company

KootenayBiz’s bimonthly eNewsletters keep you informed and inspired about business successes in your communities

Kayla Heddle nourishes West Kootenay customers with customized, plant-based meal prep services

The annual Elkford Business Excellence Awards were held on October 29, 2020 via Zoom

Dan Nicholson and Jan McMurray, owners of The Valley Voice in New Denver, B.C., have faithfully contributed to the West Kootenay’s media diet for 17 years

Tammy Verigin-Burk, Castlegar Chamber executive director, highlights some accomplishments of 2020 and challenges moving into 2021

Michael Keefer, an exemplary entrepreneur, owns three green businesses in the Kootenays

Nelson-based KAST held round one of its virtual Kootenay Pitch Competition on November 12

This year’s 2020 Fernie Business Excellence awards, held on October 23, was a virtual celebration.

Winners of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were announced on October 22.

Prestige Hotels and Resorts are business leaders with 7 “green” certifications from Sustainable Tourism 2030

Located in Balment Park, the KEYSA sports facility will truly be a Cranbrook community venue

The owners of Columbia Valley Lavender in Edgewater have found creative ways to overcome the business challenges of 2020.

A certification from Sustainable Tourism 2030 is good for people, the planet and profits

Brad Parsell, executive director at the Fernie Chamber, is enticing out-of-town workers with a diversity of careers and lifestyle opportunities available

Kootenay Computer helps with the digital divide and picks up a Business-to-Business Excellence Award from the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce

The Kimberley Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Business Excellence Awards

Castlegar is focused on attracting new investment and supporting and growing existing businesses

Sonya Pope, owner and instructor of Life Essentials First Aid in Nelson, B.C., is an ambassador for water safety and basic first aid skills

Eve Duke, business coach and founder of Selkirk Performance in Revelstoke, B.C., helps refine and align businesses

Lucas Jmieff, co-owner of Mountain Art Photo and Publishing in Nelson, B.C., specializes in landscape/adventure photography and canvas photo wall art

Meet the inspirational business owners who are leading the way in the West Kootenay region.

These ambitious business leaders make an impact on their East Kootenay communities.

The third annual scarecrow contest is underway and sponsored by the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce.

Three Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative

The winners were celebrated a little differently this year at the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards.

The Forest Practices Board released a report that recommends better reforestation practices in B.C.’s dry fir forests, including less clearcutting

Brittney Dickson, owner of Stay Wild Backcountry Skills in Golden, B.C., is bringing avalanche safety training online

B.C.’s Forest Basket is featured in a new podcast series by the BC Interior Forestry Museum in Revelstoke, B.C.

The Columbia Basin Trust 2019/20 Annual Report shows over $97 million provided for the Basin region

Petri Raito, co-owner and COO of Rossland Beer Company, explains why locals choose to chill in their lounge

Celebrating Kootenay biodiversity, the GLOWS program is part of Science Literary Week 2020

History buffs are drawn to these popular heritage sites in the East Kootenay

A relocation concierge, CityScout offers personalized service to help make a move easier

Hire Smarter, Sell More: An interview with book author C. Lee Smith on hiring top sales staff

Nominations for the 2020 Fernie Business Excellence Awards are open until September 7