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Mélanie Mercier of Araucaria Gardening Services in Rossland has some tips for homeowners on ways to create a gorgeous green space in their own backyard.

Sigi Liebmann embraces innovation and sustainability as he evolves his longstanding timber frame business and realizes his dream.

A family's passion transforms a rugged piece of property into a bustling winery

Waterfront and acreages are among the most desirable pieces of real estate. Check out our list of 10 prime Kootenay properties.

Known as B.C.’s adventure playground, the Kootenay Rockies offers an endless supply of attractions and recreational pursuits

Find out how this long-standing family-run business combines tradition and innovation to please health-conscious consumers.

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

Golden’s new executive director shares news and views about the community.

For the Cardinals, building a winery was both a passion and a desire that they have turned into reality with Red Bird Estate Winery

The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of the 8 Kootenay wineries—and 2 meaderies

For Nigel and Laura Francis, farming has given them a sense of meaning and satisfaction in both life and work

Matthew Carr started selling plants while still in high school. Now, more than a decade later, he’s running a successful business and following his passion

Uniting in a shared experience like a festival helps to forge community connections, fun and new friendships

Uniting in a shared experience like a festival helps to forge community connections, fun and new friendships

Local farmers markets help to increase food security and create sustainable communities—check out our list of markets across the Kootenays.

The owner of the Paw Shop in Cranbrook is making her entrepreneurial dreams come true, and she’s happy to share her secrets.

KootenayBiz chatted with local business owners to find out what advice they would tell themselves in their first year of business

The village of Nakusp is growing and thriving thanks, in part, to the Nakusp & Area Development Board.

Weathering the storms of business ownership over the long-term is commendable, especially when you’ve managed to survive for over 50 years

Kimberley’s Funk Haus Craft Lab is run by three dedicated entrepreneurs who found their respective niches.

Good Company Coffee embraces the collaborative nature of community, bringing a big city feel and small-town warmth to their business

As a life and leadership coach, Dana Sproule is passionate about developing successful leaders. Learn five things to focus on for your own leadership journey.

Wild Wonders Insectarium in Invermere named New Business of the Year and won People’s Choice award at Columbia Valley Chamber awards

Play your way through this list of popular golf courses in the West Kootenay region.

The East Kootenay region is home to some of B.C.’s most sublime courses.

Sisters Joanna and Aysha Haines choose the most ethical and sustainable brands for their retail store, Drift + Sonder.

Alicia Chirrey, producer at CBC’s Dragons’ Den, explains how Kootenay entrepreneurs can apply to be on the show

This Nelson clothing brand is making waves among new moms who love to enjoy the outdoors.

Thirteen businesses were recognized at the annual awards ceremony

From a much-needed long-term care facility to new commercial and residential builds, Nelson is seeing record growth

Owner Dennis Scott is the owner of Humble Bee Builds and is passionate about alternative living

The Business & Community Excellence awards are hosted annually by the Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce

Interested in tiny homes? Explore our list of tiny house resources in the Kootenays

When twins Robyn Hansen & Becky McArthur bought their first business, they each had toddlers. Now, they’re serving up frozen yogurt alongside their teenagers

With multiple locations and a flourishing online shop, Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm is a community success story.

Kerry Pagdin of Wayward Citizen gives us the inside scoop on social media promotion.

The annual Business Excellence Awards were held on October 20th, 2022

Writing effective cold emails that get a response is possible by following some easy-to-do steps

A family business, Winderberry Farms, found innovative ways to grow and create a place for everyone to contribute to a bright future

Many diverse companies and businesses call the Kootenay area home. Fill out our form with your business information if you have over 40 employees

Kat Cadegan Jewellery in Revelstoke has gained a valuable new staff member thanks to a Columbia Basin Trust program.

How do the BC assessment values compare with the current market value of homes and properties in the Kootenays?

Cranbrook is focused on revitalization and attracting new businesses and opportunities

Which brands in the Kootenays have the largest followers on Instagram? Find out on this list of top Instagram influencers in the Kootenays.

Read our list of Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence award winners

Check out this list of businesses for sale across the Columbia Valley and Kootenay regions.

KootenayBiz chooses our annual list of inspirational thought leaders from the stories we told in 2022.

For Jacob Houghton and Stephan Gale, starting Radium Brewing was the realization of their dreams, passions and hobbies coming together.

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held in late October.

Janice Alpine is an expert on the diversity of Ktunaxa businesses, the skills they bring to the table, and the opportunities that exist within the community.