Roca Mines (TSX-V:ROK) has the mill back up and running at its Max Molybdenum mine near Revelstoke, nearly a year after the company shut the operation down following a sill pillar collapse.
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John Himel is the new Sparwood & District Chamber of Commerce manager, and already he has rolled up his sleeves and is digging into the many files on his desk.
by Dan WilliamsThis summer people have a new way to borrow books with the arrival of the latest Kobo Touch e-reader at the Cranbrook Public Library due to a generous donation from the Friends of the Library.
Business in Vancouver (BIV) recently published their new edition of the B.C. Tech magazine, which listed B.C.'s Top 100 High Tech Companies.
The Waneta Dam expansion project is drawing a crowd.
by Colin PayneJapan’s tsunami and nuclear meltdown has hurt Teck Resources Ltd.’s ability to ship coal to customers, the company revealed in June.
Teck's Coal Mountain Operations won a distinctive John T. Ryan National Safety Trophy from the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum.
by Lisa CraneIf dishes like Manitoba walleye wrapped in wild boar bacon served with risotto florentine get your palate all excited, then Kimberley’s Village Bistro is where you need to go.
by Dan WilliamsOwner Sharma Yawrenko describes Invermere's Her Public as urban, with trendy and alternative clothes, shoes and accessories.
by Madison Samuel-BarclayThe Cranbrook & District Chamber of Commerce has created a retail committee to look into challenges and concerns regarding business in the Kootenays.
by Dan WilliamsUrban Systems has moved to a new location in Nelson, B.C., that reflects the company's philosophies.
by Lisa CraneMeet Jim Fugina, dealer principal and owner of Chalet GM in Kimberley. A major expansion has produced spectacular results at an automotive dealership that traditionally stocks one of the largest inventories in the Kootenays.
by Dan WilliamsVisitors to Fort Steele help scientists research ancient marine animals in this CBT-supported project.
The BC Mine Rescue & First Aid Competition provides an opportunity for people in the mining industry in B.C. to put safety into practice.
by Dan WilliamsNew Dawn Developments is starting construction on a new multi-family housing complex in Cranbrook, BC.
Orchard Valley Glass, in Creston, will soon move into its new location. The business is owned by brothers Howard and Bob Graham.
by Glynis FediukOver the past years, Kootenay Manufacturing Co. (KMC) has been supplying countries in South America with FMC and KMC Track Skidders. The majority of machines are in Colombia, Ecuador, Chile and Brazil.
From a wheelchair seating area to an updated lobby, the improvements to the Creston & District Community Complex's arena will enrich the arena experience for all its users.
by Glynis FediukThe first thing you come to quickly realize at Nelson’s Fusion Bistro is that owner and chef Jamie Hertz is passionate and particular about his food.
by Dan WilliamsJamie O'Neil and Lisa Elsworth are two world travellers who have made Creston their home and their place of business. They recently opened the Real Food Café, using a wide variety of locally-sourced ingredients in their recipes.
by Glynis FediukGrizzly Ridge Stone in Cranbrook beautifies local residences with architectural stone veneer.
by Danielle CameronDelectable food and strong business finesse has made Rick Nixon's Itza Ristorante & Pizzeria a popular place in Nelson. This year also saw the restaurant reaping praise on a national scale.
by Glynis FediukSoon to be real in Cranbrook, Wendy's is getting set to provide residents with its own brand of burgers, salads and more.
by Dan WilliamsKoncept Kustom Paint is Cranbrook's newest automotive paint shop; its services range from complete bodywork to custom design.
by Brittni DaleWhitewater Ski Resort has found a balance between progress and maintaining its ties to Nelson.
by Glynis FediukThe District of Elkford mayor, council and staff are very excited to announce the district’s entrance into the realm of social media.
The Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Services (KKCFS) have reason to celebrate now that they have opened their main office in the city of Cranbrook.
by Dan WilliamsAfter three weeks of renovation and with more changes yet to come, the Bear's Paw Lounge has been transformed into the new Bear's Paw Bar & Grill and officially reopened on July 1, 2011.
by Brittini DaleKatherine Ladouceur is the owner of a new online pet food company serving the Revelstoke area.
by Brandi SchierFour years ago Trudi Wells was looking for something fun and new in her life—and Scrappy-Do's scrapbooking store was born in Invermere, B.C.
by Madison Samuel-BarclayNow, not only can you purchase delicious cherries at Cherrybrook Farms, you can also find a selection of other locally produced goods.
by Brianna PoulsenCertified Coating Specialists, Inc. has been awarded a contract by Peter Kiewit Infrastructure to prepare and coat all interior welds in the new Mayo Penstock that is currently under construction in Mayo, Yukon.
Situated in Wynndel, just north of Creston, B.C., Wynndel Box & Lumber company is getting the attention of the world catering to over 13 countries including Pakistan, Europe, the Middle East, the United States, and Japan.
by Dan WilliamsDavid and Nancy Pridham are thrilled to be passing on their pottery business, Pridham Studio in Creston, B.C., to their daughter and son-in-law.
by Brianna PoulsenWork on the new Kootenay Savings Credit Union (KSCU) branch in Castlegar is goingfull-steam ahead
by Colin PayneAn online network of websites and blogs that features everything from news to arts, tobusiness and personal wellness, Inthekoots strives to connect the people of this regionthrough common threads.
by Colin PayneNelson’s New Grand Hotel celebrated its 10th anniversary in late May with a hugeweekend anniversary party.
by Colin PayneA longstanding Nelson footwear retailer will be moving to a new location later thissummer, as Shoes for the Soul moves into the location formerly occupied by LyonsFootwear.
by Colin PayneNelson’s Best Western Baker Street Inn underwent a major $750,000 renovation over the winter.
by Colin PayneThe new Chances Castlegar Community Gaming Centre will open with a flourish in lateJuly.
by Colin PayneA pair of brothers with years of experience in the business have opened a new furniture shop, City Furniture, in Castlegar, B.C.
by Colin PayneJJ's Fashions is keeping up with the times—with its newly opened store in Castlegar and an identity on Facebook too.
by Colin PayneIs Kimberley Canada's new retirement haven?
The popular Canadian furniture chain, The Brick, has opened a new franchise outlet in Golden.
Anna Kowalski researcher with History Television’s hit show Canadian Pickers says the popular television series is headed to Cranbrook and area.
The Dainty Daisy attracts creative types with a wide selection of hobby, gaming and home decor merchandise.
by Danielle Cameron