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The restart of Pend Oreille zinc mine was completed on time and under budget.

The award winning Elk Valley Thrift Shop gives back to the community by means of its recycle, re-use, repurpose policy

Going green means going paperless for the team at Pinnacle PAC in Castlegar.

North American team will continue to be headquartered in Milton, Ont.

How will your business be affected by the spiralling dollar and plummeting oil prices?

Award recognizes facility-level excellence in corporate responsibility.

Meet Tammy Verigin-Burk, executive director of the Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce.

Phase one of Fernie’s Montane development has sold out.

The $10,000 award will directly enhance several aspects of Tipi Camp’s WISE Programs.

The second year running that VVI Construction has won this prestigious award.

A passion for outdoor activities inspired Mark Hall and Jonathan Levesque to establish Fernie's Gearhub sports store.

Martin and Marilyn Brock pick up the 2014 Fernie Chamber of Commerce award for outstanding customer service.

New intensive care unit (ICU) and major electrical upgrades to East Kootenay Regional Hospital well underway.

RDCK Board has elected its first female Chair in its 49-year history.

The new-look website replaces graphics and a content management system that were more than 12 years old.

It began as one man’s four-week commitment to help people get fit. Today it’s a unique, no-frills gym with a wait list of clients seeking total fitness.

Opening a retail business allows Laurie Goodlad to combine her love of customer service with her enjoyment of merchandising.

Eric Scarcella, owner of the Swiss Chalet Motel in Revelstoke, B.C., looks for opportunities to improve his property and his service.

Randy Horswill, owner of the two Home Hardware stores in Nelson, B.C., credits his staff for the success of his stores.

Starting Arrowhead Brewing Company has opened a way for Shawn and Leanne Tegart to explore their creativity

Kootenay Market is a welcoming hub at the heart of Castlegar, B.C., thanks to manager Dan Rye and his friendly staff.

Long-term trust is at the core of the business for Doug Parkinson of Parky’s Heating & Cooling in Golden, B.C.

Kevin Maffioli, the pro at Christina Lake Golf Club, has gained PGA of B.C. recognition for his contribution to the world of golf.

Opening Le Grand Fromage in Fernie and Nelson has offered a way for Pierre Dupont to share his taste and knowledge for quality cheese with Kootenay residents

For Lori Craig, the owner of Better Life Fitness in Rossland, work is about a passion for fitness and helping clients succeed.

Columbia Networks will be the first Internet Service Provider (ISP) to provide services on the new open access network.

The donation will be used by the LeRoi Foundation to distribute grants.

The third annual BC CEO Awards at Vancouver's Fairmont Waterfront hotel.

Woodland Grocery has a refreshed interior thanks to hard-working new owners, Mike and Amy Choi.

Dick Griffith and Petra Ware have opened a new brightly decorated retail location.

A new location for Kootenay Therapy means expanded services for its clients

How conference attendees can bring value back to their organizations

Discovery Ventures Inc. is in receipt of Mines Act Permit MX-5-786.

Birch and Lace just opened in October of 2014, and has been welcomed warmly by the Revelstoke community.

Malcolm and Debbie Bott own Universal Footwear in Revelstoke, and recently celebrated their 25th anniversary with the business.

Appletree Woodworking in Cranbrook provides gorgeous custom pieces to give any space a wow factor.

At Kootenay Meadows, organic milk comes in glass bottles and raw-milk cheeses are a gourmet delight.

Nevados is a new Latin restaurant in Fernie

An unusual new store in Castlegar

The election of the Chair and Vice Chair took place during the regular RDEK Board Meeting.

Ute Juras is beginning her second term as mayor of Canal Flats, B.C., with a positive attitude and a clear direction.

Sidekick Stickers prints one-offs

Randy Kappes has taken on the position of mayor of Midway, B.C., for a third consecutive term.

RVwest gathered RVers at Fairmont Hot Springs for its annual fundraising (and fun!) RV Rally.

The Order confirms the Crown Mountain Project is reviewable under BC legislation and marks the formal beginning of the provincial environmental assessment.

WSP now has four branch offices in the Kootenays

Top 10 most expensive homes or properties listed in the Kootenays on MLS.

Running a hardware store in a small lakeside community is not just business as usual for Steve Wilson.

Some excerpts from the article penned by Globe and Mail writer Eric Duhatschek

New parents in the Kootenays now have a local resource for baby products as well as somewhere to find community and information.