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Aviva Keely and her family turned their community’s throw-aways into a profitable business, and have plans to support the local economy even more.

Something new just hit the local radio airwaves in Nelson!

The life of Cranbrook, B.C., photographer Joel Robison was changed forever when his photos of Coke bottles in the snow were discovered by Coca-Cola.

The structure and protocols that define Business Networking International make it more effective than your average business networking group.

College of the Rockies’ Certified Dental Assistant program is marking a new milestone as students graduate from the program for the 30th year in a row.

Creston, B.C., has a new food truck, Fork, bringing delicious local food to eager customers.

Kootenay Business magazine is pleased to welcome Dianna Ducs and Shelley Adams

High-end houses currently for sale include a lakeside estate in Nelson.

The former owner of Nutter’s Bulk & Natural Foods in Cranbrook, B.C., talks to Kootenay Business about getting out of your comfort zone.

Susan Clovechok loves to support success in others, and as executive director of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, that’s her job.

Cranbrook's newest ethic food establishment, the Pho Saigon Restaurant is now open.

Columbia Basin Trust commits $275,000 over three years to Invest Kootenay.

Combining high-quality local ingredients and a warm and welcoming atmosphere is the simple recipe followed at the Old Bauernhaus restaurant in Kimberley, B.C.

Freyja Lifestyle Fashion is setting up shop alongside Muriel and Jane’s General Store.

Wendy Franz of Imagine Ink, winner of an Influential Women in Business Award, talks about being nominated and about succeeding as a woman in business.

Locally made beer, smoked-on-the-premises meats and a happy staff make Lion’s Head Smoke & Brew a popular meeting place in Castlegar, B.C.

The new owners have made some changes at the Hot Spot Diner, and the reviews from customers have been resoundingly positive.

COTR Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Business Practices student Asya Pavlova presented her findings

Volunteerism is applauded by Olympic medalist Clara Hughes as she advocates for better understanding of mental illness.

A renowned solar company based in Alberta, to deliver the project under an EPC/turnkey contract.

Teck is helping to raise awareness of breast cancer and its impact on the local community.

Draft Watershed Action Plan ready for public review now

The lifestyle brought Sonia Ratté and Olivier Dutil from Quebec to Revelstoke, B.C., and their business, La Baguette Catering, is a welcome addition to town.

The Rocky Mountain Redneck Café, run by Audra and Kevin Wallace, specializes in delicious homemade food served in a homey atmosphere.

Robert Mason listens to input from his customers at Huckleberry’s Family Restaurant, a longtime eatery in Invermere, B.C.

Karina Brino, CEO Mining Association of BC to be guest speaker.

A stunning heritage home is on the market in Revelstoke, B.C.

In recognition of the 156 years that honey bees have been a part of agriculture and economy in B.C., May 29 will be declared Day of the Honey Bee.

Talk to a lawyer before you sign anything, including an offer to purchase, says the Canadian Bar Association.

One writer sets out to learn and share about coal mining in the Elk Valley’s Line Creek operations with Teck Resources.

An automobile dealership group from Alberta has purchased the vacant building and will re-open it as another Mitsubishi auto dealership.

Creston to see increased Internet speeds and access to TELUS’ Optik TV by the end of this year.

“Deepening Community for Collective Impact”, a one day workshop hosted by Paul Born cofounder and President of Tamarack.

The issue of extracting rare earth elements is being tackled by Ingenuity Lab, an Edmonton-based scientific organization.

Tony Mulder of Creston, B.C., wants the jewellery he designs for you to express your personality and tell your story.

Public invited to regional meetings to coordinate operations to manage flood risk in the Kootenai River Basin

The development will see condos between 850 - and 1,600-square feet spread between three buildings on a 1.3 acre property.

Alligator Pie Catering in Nelson, B.C., has established itself as a favourite caterer for local businesses and special events.

Curt Thorne never thought he’d be a business owner, but he’s making a great success of the Wolf’s Den Rustic Mountain Restaurant in Golden, B.C.

Mountain Nugget Chocolate Company in Rossland, B.C., offers handmade chocolates, homemade ice cream, and—very soon—pies and pastries.

$50,000 in support received from the Trust to help implement Selkirk's new Rural Pre-Medicine Program.

Groups seeking up to $10,000 may apply now

What you plant and how you care for it can have a big impact on the local environment.

The new store is slated to be built near the existing Home Depot and Home Hardware buildings.

Governor general's medals in architecture 2014 recipients

Perfection is the only word capable of describing Greywolf Golf Course.

Five-year plan shaped by input from Basin residents.

We met with Danielle Cardozo to ask what she gained from the MasterChef Canada competition, and her advice for competing cooks.

Nelson Chamber of Commerce held their annual Business Excellence Awards last month.

A development permit for a new hotel at Red Mountain was approved and issued.