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Kerry Taylor-Johnson, co-managing executive director of REALM, discusses their recent success at Java Creek Café in Cranbrook, B.C.

The Happy Hills Farm in Rossland is growing super healthy food year-round

Despite some economic challenges in the Kootenay region, certain sectors are on the verge of booming

The Kicking Horse Chamber of Commerce handed out 16 awards at its annual Community Excellence Awards ceremony.

Local housing projects in the Kootenay region are helping to alleviate the lack of affordable housing in the area

Sparrow Hair in Fernie joins forces with Green Circle Salons, a North American-wide recycling and sustainability program that aims to reduce salon waste

We ranked the top Kootenay ski hills and resorts according to their vertical drop.

Highlights from this year's conference included some exciting announcements regarding resource development and exploration

24 projects from across the Kootenay region will receive funding from the Columbia Basin Trust PLAYS Capital Improvement Grant

With three new owners, Cranbrook's aging Armond Theatre gets a new lease on life with planned renovations

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce handed out 12 awards at its annual Business Awards gala.

The Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot aims to attract businesses to rural regions of B.C.

What were the Top 4 Businesses of the Year as awarded by the West Kootenay chambers of commerce in 2019?

Local resident Stacey Brensrud brings a diverse background in the business community to her new position

Hedin Nelson-Chorney, owner of Tailout Brewing in Castlegar, B.C., has created a new community hangout

With 9 branches in the Kootenays, RHC Insurance is going wide by joining Hub International Insurance Brokers

Nikki Luxton, owner of Studio Bronze in Castlegar, B.C., provides tanning after work and on weekends

Kendra Johnston, president and CEO of AME, is optimistic about jobs, economy and reconciliation in 2020

The Medal of Good Citizenship recognizes individuals who, through exceptional long-term service, have made outstanding contributions to their communities

BC Chamber of Commerce represents over 125 local chambers across the province, with a membership of over 36,000 small and medium-sized businesses

The 3D metal printer is big news in the Kootenays as having access to a machine of this kind will be felt throughout every local industry and sector

Daniel Messett, vice president and co-owner of Rest Assured Kootenay Floats in Castlegar, B.C., is looking to sail into the sunset

Darla Sparrow, owner and founder of Mandala Birth in Kimberley, B.C., has expanded her business as a doula

A new deal signed between Teck Resources Limited and Ridley Terminals Inc., will allow Teck to expand its steelmaking coal shipments to the B.C. coast

Cam Whitehead, executive director for KAST in Nelson, B.C., explains how Kootenay businesses can harness tech with simple steps

The Kootenay Columbia region saw 2020 property assessments increase across all municipalities, ranging from one to 11 per cent.

Karen Kornelsen, owner of KG Creative in Nelson, B.C., helps market female entrepreneurs and nonprofits in the Kootenays

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce handed out 13 awards at its annual Business Awards gala

The Castlegar Sleep Centre provides patients with consultations and sleep diagnostic services

Creston businesses team up to get people out on the town

The Rural Evidence Review survey aims to better understand and provide rural health care planning in British Columbia

Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020 reflects our desire for a stable and dependable foundation

Revelstoke's Pulse Boot Lab and Ski Co. is stoked by worldwide interest in its revolutionary boot-fitting system

Anniversary year will focus on extensive public engagement and symposia as Trust renews strategic priorities

The Trail and District Chamber of Commerce handed out 11 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony

Three more West Kootenay communities have signed on to the EcoSociety’s 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign: Castlegar, Warfield and Kaslo

Columbia Basin Trust's Career Internship Program opens doors for recent post-secondary graduate

Dombelltay Custom Furniture specializes in live-edge wood furniture and products

An open storefront and a pharmacist’s calling leads to the award-winning Elkford Drug Store

The Elkford Chamber of Commerce handed out five awards at its annual Business Awards gala

Four open houses were recently held to discuss the Koocanusa Recreation Strategy; if you missed them, the deadline for online feedback is December 15

Understaffing at ski resorts and towns is a chronic problem and new website aims to help alleviate that shortage

A joint research study with the University of Calgary has confirmed that sourdough pasta can be part of a beneficial diet

A successful deal with the Dragons' Den inspires small-town craft distillery Taynton Bay Spirits to aim higher

Children can climb, swim, bowl and mini-golf their way to adventure in Cranbrook, B.C.

Riki Unrau, children’s author and owner of Soul Bird Studio in Cranbrook, B.C., has released a new book, Bethany Blair and the Bugs in her Hair

The iconic Wait’s News in Nelson, B.C., moved but hasn’t changed its generous heart

The City of Castlegar is dedicated to sustainability and renewable energy generation

The Green Bag Company in Revelstoke, B.C., is creating upscale, upcycled bags of all sizes and shapes

A fixture in Fernie for the past four years, popular eatery Crumbs Cakery has relocated to Sparwood