The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce handed out 13 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony.
by Virginia RaschAll Milestones articles
Expect swift service from Alopex Couriers, named after the Arctic fox and expanding with more trucks in the Kootenays and a new warehouse in Castlegar
by Virginia RaschHer HQ is a unique women-centred co-working and personal growth space in downtown Castlegar
by Julie MatchettGentry Konkin, owner of PNT Contracting in Castlegar, B.C., runs an award-winning business with his family
by Kyle BornLeeza Zurwick, owner of Happy Gut in Castlegar, B.C., will be on CBC’s Dragons’ Den on November 21, 2019
by Kyle BornShade Sails Canada is making waves and lots of shade sails in Revelstoke
by Virginia RaschFenix Advanced Materials will grow the newest and coolest semiconductor
by Julie MatchettWe don't have it too bad - a look into the work-life balance around the world
by Julie MatchettKimberley’s Chelsea Boyd Gibson came back home to run two businesses, Meadowsweet Photography and Meadowsweet Yoga & Wellness.
by Sandra AlbersAfter 34 years of publishing, the final print edition of Kootenay Business was distributed as we switch to digital delivery.
by Kerry ShellbornSince opening in June, the store has had very good food traffic in its downtown corner location
by Kyle BornShirley Loi, community engagement manager for Traction for Good in Nelson, B.C., highlights the benefits of Bikes and Bytes
by Kyle BornWho were the winners of the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce annual Business Excellence Awards in 2019?
by Virginia RaschColumbia Basin Trust contributes $800,000 for purchase of recreational land in Crawford Bay
The Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce handed out 16 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony.
by Virginia RaschThe City of Cranbrook’s industrial property that faces Theatre Road has new industry in place and great prospects for further developments
by Marie MilnerAngel Flight East Kootenay is a non-profit charity dedicated to flying patients to medical appointments in Kelowna
In the Kootenays, members of the Interior Lumber Manufacturers’ Association are working hard to diversify their products and markets
14 awards were handed out during the 2019 Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
by Kyle BornClients can enjoy a one-stop shop at this Kootenay Kubota dealership
Only four wooden grain elevators remain standing in British Columbia - two of those are located in Creston
Storage space for "toys" is part of Banner Recreation & Marine's new business model for the Golden Visitor Centre
by Kyle BornHelp create a talented and diverse community of entrepreneurs
by Marie MilnerAnnual revenues for Columbia Basin Trust totalled $71.9 million in 2018/19
The Oso development will be a vibrant mix of residential, commercial and tourist uses all wrapped up in an eco-friendly building
by Zoë DupleyNorth Coal, an emerging steel-coal producer in Sparwood, B.C., is bringing the Michel Coal Project into reality
by Kyle BornThe Cranbrook Bucks will begin playing in the BCHL in the fall of 2020 and will try and follow in the footsteps of some great hockey teams
by Kerry ShellbornSnow Valley Lodging in Fernie celebrated the grand opening of its tiny home concept on October 8
Diane Kalen-Sukra writes about what individuals and communities can do to stop the rising tide of incivility that is threatening our world.
by Marie MilnerFor an electric vehicle owner, at-home charging is now more accessible than ever thanks to rebates from the Province of BC, FortisBC and BCHydro
The fourth generation keeps Kalesnikoff Lumber Company a proud and successful enterprise with its forward-thinking approach to forestry
by Virginia RaschThis summer, an enthusiastic group of youth gave a helping hand in the Basin, improving the condition of several high-use locations
ShiftintoWinter.ca provides free tips and resources on how to stay safe in different driving conditions
Family-friendly ski area in the heart of the B.C. Rockies improves facilities for the upcoming season
Risk of asbestos exposure most common during home renovations and demolitions
The new building features a spacious showroom, functional sales and administration offices and a full service shop, parts and accessories facility
Buffalo Trails will be taking over the former location of the Break in Time Cafe in Creston
The Kootenays sees growth and expansion across the region
by Julie MatchettStudents to be welcomed to the new facility in fall 2020
For-profit enterprises in the East Kootenay region with 500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees are eligible for up to $5,000 in research assistance
The Nowhere Special Hostel in Rossland, B.C., is a unique new version of the traditional hostel ideal, and is one of our 2019 Best of Business winners.
by Zoë DupleyAfter 42 years of involvement in the local publishing scene, Kootenay Business publisher Keith Powell is retiring
On September 20, Cranbrook and Kimberley volunteers joined a world-wide effort to clean up our communities and raise awareness about protecting our environment.
by Marie MilnerTrust provides over $1.9 million for 12 community projects
Caliper Machine took a big step in 2019, investing in a second shop, almost tripling its workforce and planning more expansion on the City’s industrial land.
by Marie MilnerThe Business Development Bank of Canada sponsors Small Business Week in late October, shining the spotlight on the changing face of entrepreneurship
by Sandra AlbersThe online testing portal is designed to measure internet connections speeds and get a better understanding of current broadband services
Seven Summits Centre for Learning (7S) in Rossland is beefing up the perks for staff and students by modifying its week into four longer days
“The online resources are amazing when it comes to small business, but nothing replaces the feel of a community.” —Erika Krest, ED, Trail chamber of commerce
by Marie MilnerFunding applications were adjudicated in May by the CKCA Steering Committee, with input from community arts councils