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The Kootenay Child Development Centre, a hub for children's health, is set to open in Cranbrook in April 2012.

Selkirk College would like to congratulate the following recipients of a 2011 Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship.

This author and artist team are bringing children's stories to life with their new company, Whimsical Publishing.

Iain MacLeod owns High Country Sportswear, a store that connects outdoor aficionados with the latest and greatest gear. MacLeod feels proud of running a successful local endeavor and in building on the sound business formerly owned by his stepfather, Terry Miller.

Co-owner and manager of Harley-Davidson of the Kootenays, Diane Pawlechko, has relocated the dealership across Cranbrook Street, next to the Import Auto Group.

Commuters are discovering the benefits of Kootenay living firsthand.

BC Hydro is making a difference in the Kootenays, with their new Columbia Valley Transmission (CVT) Project.

The Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation is proud to announce the launch of the their new website and eNewsletter.

We caught up with Kate Falconer, one of our 2011 Best of Business award winners, to ask her about her business, Phat Angel, and her inspirations.

The construction of the new Polar Peak Lift—which opens up new terrain at Fernie Alpine Resort—celebrates 50 years of skiing at the resort.

Don Tilling, owner of TB Contractors in Creston, credits the company's success as a sustainable builder to their commitment to their customers.

Kjol Bjordal, a student in the College of the Rockies's Business Administration Program, won the inaugural Business Administration Entrance Award. Bjordal told Kootenay Business a bit about his studies.

Linda and Bob Southwick have a growing u-pick business with Creekside Blueberries in Christina Lake, B.C.

New Denver's Apple Tree sandwich shop is a popular gathering place with a very West Kootenay vibe. Oh, and the food's great too.

BC Hydro and Tree Canada will be providing up to $6,500 in funding toward a beautification project in the City of Cranbrook.

A former mayor of Grand Forks and his wife stir the pot with two distinctive food-related businesses.

Westcana Electric of Nelson has expanded and established a new branch location in Cranbrook's industrial park.

In one year, Erika Domeij has nearly doubled the number of pages in The Boundary Communicator.

WD Sheet Metal has spent nearly two decades providing a wide variety of services, including heating, ventilation, cooling systems and more.

It’s been a busy summer at Kokanee Springs Resort at Crawford Bay with the construction of a number of luxurious cottages flanking the golf course. The building has continued throughout the fall with the ongoing construction of 12 villas on the first tee ridge.

Rip & Richard's recently received an award for its business lunches. New owners Claude and Lillis Perreault took time to talk about their plans for the restaurant.

Jade River Healing Centre in Fernie is a successful acupuncture clinic. Owner Summer Wilson credits her success to the support of community members.

Rossland was recently deemed one of B.C.'s best communities for small businesses.

Ken Fisher, a director of Kootenay Rockies Tourism, presented Norm and Joyce Mackie with the Gordon Wilder Memorial Award for their unflagging support and promotion of tourism in the Kootenay Rockies region.

Patricia Rawson, a services team co-ordinator at the Kootenay Career Development Society, said many of the skills learned at school come in handy during a job search.

Tool Time Supplies, a family-run business in Grand Forks, B.C., provides good old-fashioned advice along with service and rentals.

CBT supports Nature Trust's purchase of the Silver Tip Ranch with $335,000.

New Dawn Developments' president, Chad Jensen, talks about the company's many diverse projects that are on the books or in development in the region and beyond.

Past president of the Kimberley Chamber of Commerce, Schaun Goodeve, is the new director of sales and marketing at Kimberley's Mountain Spirit Resort.

Boxing is fantastic for physical fitness, but it's also a lot of fun. Fernie residents can try out the sport at Garth Rizzuto's Fernie Old School Boxing.

Cornelius Murphy has armed his company, Cranbrook Pest Control, with a new tool in the fight against pests.

Each year, Canadian Business magazine publishes The Rich 100 Special Report: Canada’s 100 Wealthiest People. So what are their connections to the Kootenays?

Kootenai Pilates Centre in Nelson brings a variety of Pilates classes to the West Kootenay community, ensuring that there is something for all fans of the discipline.

Miriam Johnson is Tamarack Centre's new marketing director, and she is excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.

Doell Photo lives up to its many accolades with devoted staff and quality work

Just Music in Cranbrook has gone from 1,500 square feet to well over 8,000 square feet—moving to a more prominent location on the Strip.

This week, Kimberley-based entrepreneur, Tod Caton, founder and president of Backside Tours Inc. will be joining 31 other Canadian delegates to form Team Canada at the G20 Young Entrepreneur Summit (G20 YES) in Nice, France.

The Village of Radium Hot Springs in B.C. has given Calgary agency Twist the go-ahead to develop its first community brand and marketing plan.

Two free workshops on writing grants for minor and amateur sports will be offered on Saturday, October 29 in both Cranbrook and Kimberley.

Kimberley Alpine Resort has completed the second phase of enhancements to the popular Easter Chair.

Rossland homes use significantly more power than the provincial average—but community members aren't turning a blind eye to the sobering stats. Instead, they've put themselves on an energy diet.

Cutting-edge technology comes to the Kootenay real estate market as Cranbrook realtor Sandy Smith introduces QR codes into the local home buying market.

Cutting-edge technology comes to the Kootenay real estate market as Cranbrook realtor Sandy Smith introduces QR codes into the local home buying market.

Nelson Community Acupuncture takes a co-op style approach to caring for patients.

An unique new building in Sparwood, next to PJB Crane, is being constructed by Chuck Shoesmith at Shoesmith Construction of Fernie.

Scheduled for in the new year, East Kootenay Community Credit Union is proud to announce the opening of its first full-service branch in Sparwood.

Cranbrook’s outgoing mayor, Scott Manjak, was relaxed yet passionate as he spoke about the accomplishments of his officeover the last three years.

Story & Co. is a communications firm located near the Rocky Mountains in Kimberley, B.C., which garnered four bests at the Economic Development Association of Canada‘s Marketing Awards.

Here is an announcement message from Allyson Blake as she moves on to her new position at St. Eugene.

Cranbrook Interior Woodwork recently was a silver award winner at the Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada's annual ceremony.