All Milestones articles

On the brink of its 60th year, KMC/Kootrac has introduced a 3000 series to better serve industries around the world.

The team of Mica Heli-ski, Vic Van Isle (VVI) Construction, CEI Architecture and all the accompanying trades were awarded with the prestigious Hospitality award

The Powder Highway website and the reach of social media have leveraged the attraction of B.C.'s Kootenay Rockies region as a snow-sport destination.

At the UBCM conference in Vancouver in September, Wood Works! BC announced the winners of the 2013 Community Recognition Awards.

The Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce has long served the best interests of the area and looks forward to continued growth and community.

Joe Hockley, Dennis Hockley and Jody McInnes have exciting plans for the elegant and luxurious Cherry Creek Estate near Cranbrook, B.C.

A free public forum, "Water Matters", to be held at the Creston & District Community Complex at 7pm on Tuesday, Nov. 12th, 2013

Y&R Water Sales in Grand Forks was Business of the Year thanks to a dedication to serving the region and focusing on customers.

This new sailing school in Windermere could not be in a better location for outdoor recreation lovers.

Maggie's Mug is in town, and it's offering a selection of delectable menu options.

The Dance Connection is Nelson's newest dance studio.

The Yasodhara Ashram is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2013.

Hipperson's Home Hardware in Nelson has been operating for 90 years and counting.

The B.C. Mayors Caucus will be held in Cranbrook and Kimberley in 2014.

This adventure tourism program could teach new riders and tour guides all they need to know.

This coffee shop has Trail residents raving over its home cooking and java drinks.

Cranbrook Signs is now under a new name, with new ownership.

Silly Monkeys Childcare is a combined centre that allows little ones to learn new skills.

Susan Leigan is the new owner of Kicking Horse Embroidery in Nicholson, B.C.

A young man's film is recognized at the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival.

Brilliant Bridge has been honoured by Heritage BC with its highest award—Outstanding Achievement.

The Best Community Tourism Initiative – Winner Nelson/ Kootenay Lake Tourism, Red Mountain Resort, Tourism Rossland and Whitewater Resort

Alison Walker and Michael duToit recently bought the former Fields store on the Platzl in Kimberley, B.C., and are considering their options.

A facelift to city hall, tax breaks for business property improvements and development of industrial land warm the business climate in Kimberley, B.C.

Cinderella's Organic Housekeeping was created to provide a safe and green alternative to the harsh chemical cleaners we're all familiar with.

Dr. Nish’s dental practice in Cranbrook has moved into a brand-new building—something that is great for both his office and the community

Several upgrades are now complete at Canfor’s Elko sawmill and the project should wrap up in late spring of 2014.

Two new tourism awards were handed out at the recent Annual General Meeting of Kootenay Rockies Tourism held in Rossland.

This hot sauce company is making a great impression on the local culinary scene.

Sandpiper Studio is a small-scale production and design studio specializing in handblown glass.

Sew Much More invites customers to learn about knitting, crocheting and other needlecrafts.

This new furniture consignment and home decor store has everything you need.

B.C. Premier Christy Clark believes liquid natural gas (LNG) projects are a natural fit in British Columbia.

SMS Equipment in Elkford has recently moved into an expanded facility that provides a safer, greener work environment and the ability to better serve clients.

Trail and District Chamber of Commerce is working with the BC Chamber of Commerce and challenging municipalities to support their local small businesses.

Mass timber construction is ecologically friendly, and is a likely market for products from Brisco Manufacturing Ltd.

January 9 deadline for CBT’s Social Grants Program

East Kootenay students recently had the opportunity to engage in biology activities with Geneskool workshops through Genome BC.

Through the toughest of times, B.C.’s forest industry has managed to sustain itself and it is now poised for growth.

The industry is expected to need at least 60,000 new recruits by 2020.

S.M. Quennell Trucking takes one of Kootenay Business magazine’s staff writers on a ride-along

From mining community to Bavarian City of the Rockies to “A good place to be,” Kimberley’s image is keeping up with the times.

Kootenay Pass Area manager Cliff Razzo tells us about avalanche control and staying safe as Canada’s highest all-year highway celebrates half a century.

CBT commits nearly $2 million over three years to Basin Business Advisors program

Railway Station Specialty Meats & Deli in Nelson, B.C., is a family-operated business that specializes in quality products.

Sheldon DeCosse of Cranbrook has long been designing and building great ski and board gear and is now excited to be expanding into balance bikes

OK Tire and Auto Supply franchise in Cranbrook bought by father and son team Lee and Jay Pratt.

Longtime restaurateur Heidi Romich has closed Heidi’s Restaurant in Cranbrook, B.C., and opened The Heid Out Restaurant and Brewhouse.

Andrew Wilkinson, minister for Technology, Innovation and Citizen’s Services, toured the reconfigured Service B.C. building in Cranbrook.

As managing director of Cranbrook's Key City Theatre, Gerard Gibbs is formulating a plan to have a full house for every theatre performance.