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Elkford, Mining Teck announces new vice-president appointments

Teck is pleased to announce the appointment of new vice-presidents, Keith Stein, Bill Fleming, Robin Sheremeta and Bob Kelly.

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Trail Maggie Stayanovich no longer Trail chamber executive director

Maggie Stayanovich No Longer Trail Chamber Executive Director

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Rossland, Tourism Don’t hide inside this winter

Big Red Cats in Rossland can bring out the adventurer in you, and help you embrace the excitement of winter recreation.

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Environment FortisBC presents 2012 PowerSense awards

Businesses, individuals and organizations recognized for energy conservation.

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Fernie, Cuisine Chocolate awards

This fall, Beanpod Chocolate in Fernie became a finalist in the Canadian section of the International Chocolate Awards.

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Golden Early season snowfall means early season opening for Kicking Horse in Golden, B.C.

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.

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Education, Small Business Business boost

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.

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Canal Flats, Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, Environment $150,000 to fund youth projects in the Basin

Columbia Basin Trust is making $150,000 available for projects that benefit Basin youth through two granting programs.

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Cranbrook, Small Business, Technology Capture memories

Trekkerz Photo Works & Visual Arts Inc. is a new business in Cranbrook owned by Dale and Karen Fletcher.

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Invermere, Tourism Jumbo Becomes Official Mountain Resort Municipality—Greg Deck appointed Mayor

Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Bill Bennett announced today that Cabinet has approved the incorporation of Jumbo.

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The real deal

Owned by Kristen Simek, Real Deals on Home Decor just opened its doors in early November, 2012.

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Environment Leading by example: Yasodhara Ashram lightens its ecological footprint

Kootenay Bay, BC - Yasodhara Ashram is now carbon neutral—the successful culmination of their five-year program to address the global warming crisis.

Nelson, Cuisine A fresh idea

Whitewater Ski Resort has outdone itself again, with the addition of the new Fresh Tracks Café Express food truck.

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Cranbrook Cranbrook Interior Woodwork captures another award

It's becoming a habit that Cranbrook Interior Woodwork is very proud of — capturing an annual award at the AWMAC BC Awards of Excellence.

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Developments, Health & Wellness Top of the World Ranch Treatment Centre: building strength from struggle

Inspired to help others because of his own addiction, Mark Sadler helps hundreds of people a year reclaim their lives.

by Kali Love
Nelson, Retail Forty years and counting

Cowan's in Nelson, B.C., has been in business for four decades.

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Cranbrook, Retail Colour them happy

The co-owners of new Cranbrook business The Painted Crate welcome artists and do-it-yourselfers alike to their latest venture.

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Nelson, Technology KAST Salutes Nelson’s Timely as most promising start-up

The West Kootenay-Boundary region is full of innovative entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations.

Kimberley, Health & Wellness The one-year mark

Creekside Physiotherapy celebrated its first year in business.

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Cranbrook, Retail, Small Business Bumble Tree expansion

Megan Lescanec of Bumble Tree sells children's clothing and other needed items as well as maternity wear

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Invermere, Retail Invermere’s Sobeys store has new owners

The Columbia Valley Pioneer is reporting that the long time owners of Invermere’s biggest grocery store, Sobeys, have sold out to new ownership.

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Invermere, Health & Wellness New community support

The Family Resource Centre in Invermere has hired Larry Rohrick to be the new director of program management

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Castlegar, Nelson, Trail, Small Business Find ’em and keep ’em

A number of West Kootenay Best of Business employers share their team-building strategies.

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Revelstoke, Retail Welcoming Red Apple

Revelstoke residents have a new store to shop at.

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Revelstoke, Developments Mica Heli-Guides new lodge slates December grand opening

Mica Heli-Guides new state of the art luxury lodge is nothing short of spectacular!

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Nelson, Retail, Small Business, Technology Creative Cartolina

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 Crane
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East Kootenay, Fairmont Hot Springs, Cuisine Mountain cuisine to beguile your palate

Four entrepreneurs in Fairmont Hot Springs put their heads together to produce inspiring dishes using local ingredients and brilliant flavour combos.

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Nelson, Retail Relax and read

Otter Books in Nelson, B.C., is a long-time favourite with local readers

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Cranbrook, Health & Wellness Go with the flow

New Energy Wellness has recently moved into Cranbrook’s Prestige Hotel.

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Cranbrook, Education COTR contract training bringing back presenters

The College of the Rockies Contract Training and Business Development department is providing high-quality training to local businesses and their employees.

Fairmont Hot Springs, Cuisine Pizza progress

Fairmont Pizza and Ice Cream Parlour has gained even more culinary appeal due to the addition of a new pizza oven.

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Education Selkirk College performs well at KAST Spirit of Innovation Awards

Selkirk College Performs Well at KAST Spirit of Innovation Awards

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Rossland, Tourism Steamshovel scoops platinum

The Flying Steamshovel Hotel and Pub achieved platinum ranking with readers of Kootenay Business magazine

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Cranbrook A new home for the Ktunaxa Nation Council

Ktunaxa Nation Council now owns and occupies the former Central School heritage building, with almost all departments under one roof.

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Fernie, Cuisine The Loaf

The Loaf is a popular eatery and bakery in Fernie, B.C., that has expanded to a bigger location. The Loaf strives to serve real, honest food.

by Lisa Crane
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Cranbrook, Technology Announcing the new Kootenay DigiTech Awards!!

Introducing the Kootenay DigiTech Awards! Win a Samsung tablet compliments of Staples.

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Kaslo, Developments Timber framing rises to a higher level

Dwight Smith is founder and president of Hamill Creek Timber Homes in Meadow Creek, B.C.

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Castlegar, Nelson, Education Selkirk College and the environment benefit from Heritage Credit Union Fund

Selkirk College renewable energy students are going to benefit from an enriched learning environment thanks to support provided by the Heritage Credit Union.

Cranbrook, Small Business Clean cars, clean paws

Victoria Ave. Car and Pet Wash has opened its doors in Cranbrook, headed up by local entrepreneur Kurt Swanson.

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Golden, Developments The Golden RCMP detachment has a much-needed new home

In October 2012, the Golden RCMP moved into its new $5.3-million building, which will help them better serve their community.

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Fernie, Health & Wellness, Tourism A new book provides inspiration from a Kootenay adventurer

Matt Mosteller, a resident of Fernie, B.C., just released his first book, "The Adventurer's Guide to Living a Happy Life."

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Radium Hot Springs, Forestry, Tourism New hope for a resilient B.C. village

With Canfor's sawmill reopening in the village of Radium Hot Springs, B.C., the community is celebrating new hope and perseverance through tough times.

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Radium Hot Springs, Forestry Canfor reopens its Radium sawmill after a $38.5-million investment

The community of Radium Hot Springs is celebrating the return of a vital economic presence.

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Kimberley, Tourism Kimberley Alpine Resort is gearing up for another powder-filled season

There 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.

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Cranbrook, Education A satisfying final chapter

Retiring in June 2013, Dr. Nick Rubidge, looks back over 12 years as president and CEO of College of the Rockies

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Rossland, Developments Rossland gets a makeover

All throughout the summer, Rossland’s downtown core has been undergoing a huge renovation, including various improvements and upgrades.

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Fernie, Health & Wellness, Tourism The World Snow Awards names Fernie best ski resort in North America

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.

Trail, Cuisine Trail’s new A&W

The people of Trail can now enjoy an A&W root beer without leaving the town limits.

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Cranbrook, Environment, Technology, Tourism Riding a new high

The Canadian Rockies International Airport is recognized for its environmental, marketing and community outreach efforts.

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Cranbrook, Education BC Hydro makes in-kind donation to COTR timber framing program

BC Hydro recently made a contribution to the College of the Rockies (COTR) Trades Training department.

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