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This fall, Beanpod Chocolate in Fernie became a finalist in the Canadian section of the International Chocolate Awards.
Early season record snowfall and over 50 centimetres in the last 24 hours gives Kicking Horse the perfect early opening, now scheduled for December 1st.
If you have a micro-business (a company that employs less than five people), you may be eligible for the Micro-Business Training Pilot Program.
Columbia Basin Trust is making $150,000 available for projects that benefit Basin youth through two granting programs.
Trekkerz Photo Works & Visual Arts Inc. is a new business in Cranbrook owned by Dale and Karen Fletcher.
by Danielle CameronMinister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Bill Bennett announced today that Cabinet has approved the incorporation of Jumbo.
Owned by Kristen Simek, Real Deals on Home Decor just opened its doors in early November, 2012.
by Danielle CameronKootenay Bay, BC - Yasodhara Ashram is now carbon neutral—the successful culmination of their five-year program to address the global warming crisis.
Whitewater Ski Resort has outdone itself again, with the addition of the new Fresh Tracks Café Express food truck.
by Danielle CameronIt's becoming a habit that Cranbrook Interior Woodwork is very proud of — capturing an annual award at the AWMAC BC Awards of Excellence.
Inspired to help others because of his own addiction, Mark Sadler helps hundreds of people a year reclaim their lives.
by Kali LoveCowan's in Nelson, B.C., has been in business for four decades.
by Danielle CameronThe co-owners of new Cranbrook business The Painted Crate welcome artists and do-it-yourselfers alike to their latest venture.
by Sandra AlbersThe West Kootenay-Boundary region is full of innovative entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations.
Creekside Physiotherapy celebrated its first year in business.
by Danielle CameronMegan Lescanec of Bumble Tree sells children's clothing and other needed items as well as maternity wear
by Marie MilnerThe Columbia Valley Pioneer is reporting that the long time owners of Invermere’s biggest grocery store, Sobeys, have sold out to new ownership.
The Family Resource Centre in Invermere has hired Larry Rohrick to be the new director of program management
by Marie MilnerA number of West Kootenay Best of Business employers share their team-building strategies.
by Marie MilnerRevelstoke residents have a new store to shop at.
by Danielle CameronMica Heli-Guides new state of the art luxury lodge is nothing short of spectacular!
Cartolina, owned by Nelson resident Fiona Ricards, is an inspiring greeting card and paper products company that has developed creative designer iPhone apps.
by Lisa CraneFour entrepreneurs in Fairmont Hot Springs put their heads together to produce inspiring dishes using local ingredients and brilliant flavour combos.
by Danielle CameronOtter Books in Nelson, B.C., is a long-time favourite with local readers
by Marie MilnerNew Energy Wellness has recently moved into Cranbrook’s Prestige Hotel.
The College of the Rockies Contract Training and Business Development department is providing high-quality training to local businesses and their employees.
Fairmont Pizza and Ice Cream Parlour has gained even more culinary appeal due to the addition of a new pizza oven.
Selkirk College Performs Well at KAST Spirit of Innovation Awards
The Flying Steamshovel Hotel and Pub achieved platinum ranking with readers of Kootenay Business magazine
by Marie MilnerKtunaxa Nation Council now owns and occupies the former Central School heritage building, with almost all departments under one roof.
by Marie MilnerIntroducing the Kootenay DigiTech Awards! Win a Samsung tablet compliments of Staples.
Dwight Smith is founder and president of Hamill Creek Timber Homes in Meadow Creek, B.C.
by Marie MilnerSelkirk College renewable energy students are going to benefit from an enriched learning environment thanks to support provided by the Heritage Credit Union.
Victoria Ave. Car and Pet Wash has opened its doors in Cranbrook, headed up by local entrepreneur Kurt Swanson.
In October 2012, the Golden RCMP moved into its new $5.3-million building, which will help them better serve their community.
by Karen KornelsenMatt Mosteller, a resident of Fernie, B.C., just released his first book, "The Adventurer's Guide to Living a Happy Life."
by Karen KornelsenWith Canfor's sawmill reopening in the village of Radium Hot Springs, B.C., the community is celebrating new hope and perseverance through tough times.
by Karen KornelsenThe community of Radium Hot Springs is celebrating the return of a vital economic presence.
by Karen KornelsenThere are lots of new and exciting things for skiers and riders to look forward to at Kimberley Alpine Resort in Kimberley, B.C., this season.
by Karen KornelsenRetiring in June 2013, Dr. Nick Rubidge, looks back over 12 years as president and CEO of College of the Rockies
by Marie MilnerAll throughout the summer, Rossland’s downtown core has been undergoing a huge renovation, including various improvements and upgrades.
Fernie Alpine Resort on the powder highway in the Canadian Rockies, recently won the highly coveted award of being named the best ski resort in North America.
The people of Trail can now enjoy an A&W root beer without leaving the town limits.
The Canadian Rockies International Airport is recognized for its environmental, marketing and community outreach efforts.
by Karen KornelsenBC Hydro recently made a contribution to the College of the Rockies (COTR) Trades Training department.
Economic development is a shared goal of Cranbrook, Kimberley and the St. Mary's Band
by Marie MilnerBrian Son is a partner and manager of the Petro Canada station in Cranbrook, and landlord to six tenant businesses
by Marie MilnerKeon Chung and Terry Lamarche have diverse backgrounds and a new partnership in Just Music in Cranbrook, B.C.
by Marie Milner