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Cranbrook, Agriculture, Environment Food forest in the Kootenays

Clear Sky Farm has started developing an innovative cold-climate food forest on one acre near Fort Steele in the East Kootenay.

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Cranbrook, Financial BDO Cranbrook’s accounting manager wins prestigious national award for 2012

In February 2013, Michael Murphy, manager, Accounting and Assurance from the Cranbrook office of BDO, was presented with the award for 2012.

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Small Business Gray Creek store owner Tom Lymbery gears up to celebrate 100th anniversary

2013 marks the 100th Anniversary of Gray Creek Store — established in 1913 by Arthur Lymbery.

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Elkford, Sparwood, Mining Ktunaxa’s Kathryn Teneese touts benefits of resource agreements

Recent First Nation agreements will improve communications between Ktunaxa and the province and open the door for future agreements.

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Cranbrook, Small Business Fly fishing shop opens in Cranbrook

The popular St. Mary Angler Fly Shop, which shut its doors in Marysville last year, has re-opened in Cranbrook next to Pizza Hut.

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Cranbrook, Financial BDO Award of Excellence

Michael Murphy of the Cranbrook office of BDO Canada LLP, was selected by his peers for BDO’s CEO Award of Excellence.

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Fernie, Tourism Flexible growth at Island Lake Lodge

The world may know Island Lake Lodge as a mecca for powdery cat skiing. However, those a little closer to home are aware of the summertime beauty of the area.

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Cranbrook, Health & Wellness, Small Business New organic store in Cranbrook proving to be a real hit

From the Ground Up Organics is one of Cranbrook's newest businesses and though only open for few months the store is proving very popular with area consumers.

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Invermere Caring for companion animals

The staff at ICAN in Invermere are devoted to public education and animal welfare

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Kimberley, Health & Wellness Heating up

One Love Hot Yoga studio in Kimberley, BC

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Sparwood, Mining Career opportunities with Arctic Arrow

A new shop in Sparwood and the purchase of specialized equipment means Arctic Arrow also needs to hire more tradespeople.

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Cranbrook We love our wheels

Talking cars brings back memories and initiates dreams for these Cranbrook, B.C. business owners.

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Cranbrook, Education College hosts trades event for Grade 9 students

College of the Rockies hosted 48 grade nine students from Elkford, Fernie, Jaffray and Cranbrook for a full day of trades-related activities.

Infinitea T-Bar & Boutique in Fernie, BC
Fernie, Cuisine, Small Business More than meets the eye

Infinitea T-Bar & Boutique is a multi-faceted business in Fernie, and it’s proven to be a welcome addition to the culture-rich community since its beginning.

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Play on

With favourites like Eon Altar and other new role-playing games

Robert and Saskia Nestman of Freeline Studio
Nelson, Environment Eco-friendly practices

Nelson's Freeline Studio has been in business for a year, and the company's green practices are inspiring.

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Nakusp, Nelson, New Denver, Health & Wellness Active Balance Chiropractic: It’s good to be back…in Nelson

Active Balance Chiropractic is excited to announce the opening of their practice on Baker Street in downtown Nelson.

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Kaslo, Developments, Real Estate Developments in Kaslo Bay

The economic slump of 2008 caused Bernie Penner to put his development project on hold. Now, with a new design and more amenities, the project is a go.

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Cranbrook, Agriculture, Small Business Grass-fed from start to finish

When Tim Ross and Tracey Whiting offered to share their home-grown, grass-fed beef with a few friends, a business was born.

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Education, Technology COTR dual credit students win medals

Three Cranbrook students, enrolled in engineering courses at College of the Rockies, won medals at the Skills BC Competition in Abbotsford on April 17.

Brett Pope of Molded Stone
Small Business Set in stone

Find beautiful custom decorative concrete products at Molded Stone, owned by Brett Pope in Winlaw.

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Two men stand at either side of a red entry emblazoned with the Honda symbol.
Cranbrook, Retail Spring Honda is customer centred

Dave and Corey Spring of Spring Honda in Cranbrook are focused on serving their customers well.

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Technology BC phone numbers getting a new area code

As of June 1, new phone numbers in B.C. may receive the area code 236.

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Invermere, Environment Invermere is all charged up

Invermere is taking the lead by installing charging units for electric vehicles in town.

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Tourism Call for three Kootenay Regional nominees

Applications are now being accepted from tourism industry representatives interested in serving on the Destination British Columbia Tourism Marketing Committee.

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Cranbrook, Fernie, Developments From the ground up

Diane Costerton of Allied Design in Fernie, B.C., uses her technical training to work with other professionals in the building trades.

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Castlegar, Nelson, Trail, Education Experience Selkirk Day gives high school students a taste of college life

Over 600 Grade 10 to 12 students travelled to Selkirk College to learn about the programs, meet faculty and get a real taste of student life.

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Cranbrook, Education, Environment Sustainability in post-secondary education

College of the Rockies is now pleased to be a member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education

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Cranbrook, Environment Running on sunshine

Sustainable energy expert Guy Dauncey shares realistic insight on solar energy

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Small Business New mobile RV and boat care service comes to the Kootenays

New mobile RV and boat care service takes the hassle of getting your boat or RV ready for spring and summer fun.

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Cranbrook, Retail Cranbrook welcomes Target

The opening of the Target store in Cranbrook, B.C.—on May 7, 2013—means many opportunities for employment and more options for local shoppers.

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Interior photo of the Pro3 Transportable Simulator to be used for COTR Haul Truck Operator training in Cranbrook and Fernie.
Cranbrook, Fernie, Education, Mining College of the Rockies to offer haul truck operator training

College of the Rockies will soon be offering haul truck operator training training at the Cranbrook Gold Creek and Fernie campuses.

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Cranbrook, Small Business, Tourism Meet the Echo 4x4 trailer

North American Safari Company introduces the Echo 4x4 trailer, an off-road-capable addition to the North American camping scene.

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Teck Resources Limited reports first quarter adjusted profit

Teck Resources Limited reports first quarter adjusted profit of $328 million, or $0.56 per share, compared with $544 million in 2012.

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Cranbrook, Education College of the Rockies number one in Canada with international students

COTR received high honours in a 2012 survey of international students with an overall rating of number one in Canada and number two in the world.

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CBT pours over $1 million into environmental projects

Thirty-six projects striving to help maintain or enhance environmental conditions and environmental education in and around their communities

A man in a suit jacket pulls a green binder with a recycle symbol off of a shelf of white binders.
Environment, Small Business Energy advice for small business

LiveSmart BC has an initiative called the Small Business Program geared at helping the little companies find big environmental changes that can save on costs.

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Castlegar, Education Selkirk business students bring innovative ideas to annual competition

Selkirk College Business Administration students impressed their judges with innovative and well-thought out business ideas.

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Grand Forks, Environment Roxul makes green improvements

upcoming upgrades to a Roxul plant in Grand Forks will help reduce odour and smoke emissions.

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Cranbrook, Small Business Cranbrook Business Community Saluted in Evening of Excellence

The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce held their annual Evening of Excellence last Saturday at the St. Eugene Mission Resort near Cranbrook.

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Kimberley, Tourism Kimberley chamber moves to new location

The Kimberley Chamber of Commerce has moved to a new location on 253 Wallinger Avenue, near the Platzl, in Kimberley's downtown area.

In this black and white photo a man's rugged face is framed by a snow covered hood. He wears snow goggles that reflect a helicopter.
Revelstoke, Tourism Eagle Pass Heliskiing: onward and upward

Scott Newsome's passion and experience have led him to part ownership in Eagle Pass Heliskiing, a company in which he also works as a lead guide.

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Kimberley, Developments, Health & Wellness New pharmacy set to open in Marysville

A brand new Remedy’s Rx local drugstore set to open in the Marysville community.

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Small Business Golden’s International Timberframes celebrates its 10th anniversary

Master timber framer Sigi Liebmann has built a reputation for quality work on jobs big or small, traditional or modern.

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Middle-aged couple in casual clothing stand on high ground overlooking wetlands and forest
Golden, Developments Building sites for dream homes

Barry and Shelly Palumbo of Big Mountain Ventures work hard to turn raw land near Golden, B.C., into appropriate sites for dream homes.

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Environment Kootenay-Koocanusa area to receive Fish and Wildlife Program

A new program will help protect and enhance fish, wildlife and habitats in and around Koocanusa Reservoir and its tributaries in the Kootenay River.

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Fernie, Developments, Real Estate And they all lived happily ever after

Fernie, B.C., has its own castle now—however, princes and dragons are not included

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Environment Trevor Linden to speak at Kootenay Conference

Trevor Linden will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming 2013 Recreation Facilities Association of BC (RFABC) Conference.

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Cranbrook, Education COTR holding Health programs information session

College of the Rockies is holding an information session for those interested in Health programs on Tuesday, April 16 from 4 pm to 6 pm in Room 205.

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Cranbrook, Small Business South African ECHO 4X4 trailers imported and distributed by Cranbrook couple

One of Cranbrook's newest businesses has opened at 627R Cranbrook Street North, (behind Lazy Bear Lodge), called NASC North American Safari Company.

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