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Throughout the West Kootenay area, local farms and food producers sell directly to the public through roadside stands and farmgate sales

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

If you’re a devoted bookworm, you’ll love the varied selection of new and used bookstores across the Kootenay region

Tina Knooihuizen, President of the Nakusp Chamber of Commerce, loves the range of community programs already in place and is excited about potential growth

The owners of Burton City Cider produce Kootenay-made cider, honey and other quality products using environmentally conscious methods

Jody Scott, co-owner of Valley of the Springs Winery in Nakusp, B.C., has created the Arrow Lake Valley’s first winery

Throughout the West Kootenay area, local farms and food producers sell directly to the public through roadside stands and farmgate sales

FortisBC is adding new Direct Current Fast Charge (DCFC) stations to its EV charging network in Rossland, Nelson, Kaslo, New Denver and Nakusp

With the help of a summer student, chamber manager Cedra Eichenauer is providing services for the business community and Nakusp’s visitors.

We’re calling Dan Wiebe an influencer in Nakusp, and he insists that he’s just one of many.

The public is invited to community engagement sessions to provide feedback on two draft agreements to conserve southern mountain caribou populations

The announcement of funding for high-speed Internet opens new possibilities for economic development for Nakusp.

John Harding, president and owner of Waterbridge Steel Inc. in Nakusp, B.C., is overseeing construction for four ferries to service B.C. waterways

These are three businesses that made our top 50 list in 2018.

Mountain bikers looking to explore what BC has to offer will now want to add Nakusp, BC as a destination.

Dave Madden of Madden Timber Construction Inc. is a local leader in his industry and a champion of regional prosperity.

The hot springs resort is located on the shores of Arrow Lake north of Nakusp and was evidently sold to a lower mainland investor in March or April.

John Bowden of Nelson, B.C., is working to make group bicycle touring the next big thing in his region.

Collaboration figures large for Kaslo’s chamber of commerce as a technique to accomplish greater goals than it could manage on its own.

The Nakusp & District Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre is central to the community’s function.

Aidan McLaren-Caux was inspired to build a multi-faceted business after the birth of his beautiful twin daughters.

The owner of Betty’z Edje in Nakusp showcases gift items made in the Kootenays and beyond

In addition to servicing all types of electronics, Arkay performs security camera installations and is a Bell Mobility dealer.

Mueller has volunteered on Community Futures Central Kootenay's loans committee for more than a decade.

Students from all over the Kootenays took the stage to compete in the Junior Dragons Den championship held at the Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail.

A recognition luncheon was held on April 8 for rising young stars in the Kootenays

The fair was open to students from across the Kootenay Boundary region and featured 95 projects in experiments, innovation, and research.

Business support, community building and promoting the Central Kootenay region are all in a day’s work for Cedra Eichenauer of Nakusp, B.C.

Galena Contractor’s Ltd. strives to better the community through its projects with sustainable development focused on maintaining the environment.

Imagine Kootenay (IK) focuses on highlighting the region as a great place to work, and excellent area to invest and an amazing place to live.

Kootenay Business sought out the top 40 young business leaders in the Kootenay/Boundary/ Revelstoke areas to honour this group of under-40-year-old rising stars

Falling instantly in love with Nakusp, Rebecca Jewell decided not to wait until retirement to make it her forever home

Central Kootenay has a 50-year history of co-operation between the municipalities and the electoral districts.

The CKCA invites members of the arts, culture and heritage community in the Columbia Basin to join its volunteer Steering Committee.

RDCK Board has elected its first female Chair in its 49-year history.

Bruce Richier of Leaf Cabinetry produces beautiful cabinets and furniture pieces for homes and businesses throughout the West Kootenay.

Have your say and win $1,000 to donate.

New ferry boat replaces two smaller vessels.

Long awaited Arrow Lake Ferry construction is nearing completion.

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

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

Two regional marketing organizations, Kootenay Rockies Tourism and Invest Kootenay, collaborate.

Active Balance Chiropractic is excited to announce the opening of their practice on Baker Street in downtown Nelson.

The long-awaited new Arrow Lake ferry being built in Nakusp by WaterBridge Steel is starting to take shape.

Construction of a new ferry for the Upper Arrow Lake route will create local employment and ensure that this safe and reliable transportation service continues for West Kootenay families, businesses and visitors.

Community discussions and meetings with various consultants have yielded a number of specific areas where economic development should be focused.

Consolidating staff and equipment in the new fire hall is making everything run more smoothly for the fire department in Cranbrook.

Emergency services in the Village of Nakusp are now consolidated into one $2.3 million building.

The Village of Nakusp is building up its reputation as an environmentally friendly community through new projects that will save on water consumption.

Rosemary Hughes had a grand vision in mind when she started up Mountain Valley Farms, a horse and carriage touring company.