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Noah Rawick sets up a Robot Battle.
Nelson, Education, Technology Robotics training ramps up ahead of RoboGames!

Teams of youth ages 10‐16 are hard at work designing, building and programming robots across the West Kootenays.

Tech and Knowledge Workers group members are part of the growing technology sector in Nelson.
Nelson, Technology Intelligent Communities workshop planned for Nelson

Nelson’s growing technology sector has inspired community leaders to continue their work towards obtaining Intelligent Community status for the city.

Rick Frye, owner of The Golf Doctor, on golf course with mountains in the background.
Nelson, Retail The Doctor is in—golf, that is

A fixture in Nelson for over 16 years, The Golf Doctor has moved to a new location in Procter.

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Selkirk College instructor Gary Thompson (right) will be leading the learning in the Professional Cook 3 Program starting on February 15 at Nelson's Tenth Street Campus.
Nelson, Cuisine, Education Selkirk College offers experienced cooks Red Seal training close to home

An exciting opportunity for working cooks to gain valuable certification at Selkirk College’s Tenth Street Campus in Nelson begins on February 15.

Logo of three credit unions involved in partnership.
Cranbrook, Grand Forks, Nelson, Financial, Small Business Three regional Credit Unions announce another successful collaboration

The new partnership will allow respective credit union business members access to enhanced commercial and consumer credit expertise.

Nelson Mayor Deb Kozak and Pam Mierau, Manager of Development Services at the gateway to the Railtown District.
Nelson, Developments, Financial, Real Estate, Tourism All aboard: Railtown District sustainable neighbourhood public planning process underway in Nelson

Nelson residents and business owners are being invited to jump aboard the City’s newest neighbourhood revitalization effort - the Railtown District.

Members of the Selkirk College 50th Anniversary Committee stand in front of the Castlegar Campus with a new logo that recognizes five decades of post-secondary in the West Kootenay-Boundary.
Castlegar, Nelson, Education Selkirk College builds momentum for 50th anniversary celebration

With the arrival of 2016, Selkirk College is preparing for a year-long golden anniversary celebration.

A photo of the Earth from space.
Nelson, Environment Who will be the first Kootenay community to go blue?

Communities across Canada are promoting the basic human right to clean air, fresh water and healthy food

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A graduate of the Selkirk College Metal Fabricator Foundation Program, Rossland’s Tyler Hwalstad is working on his apprenticeship at Columbia Steel Fabricating & Welding.
Nelson, Rossland, Education, Technology Selkirk College helps build careers in metal fabrication

The Metal Fabricator Foundation Program is currently accepting applications for a February 1 intake.

Graphic for the 40 Under 40 Rising Stars of Business.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Golden, Creston, Elkford, Grand Forks, Fairmont Hot Springs, Fernie, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Sparwood, West Kootenay, Castlegar, Nelson, Revelstoke, Rossland, Salmo, Trail, Retail, Small Business Call for nominations 40 Under 40—Rising Stars in Business

We invite your business to join in supporting and saluting these young business professionals (under 40) who deserve to be recognized.

The board of directors for the Regional District of Central Kootenay consists of one representative from each of 11 electoral areas and nine municipalities.
Creston, Castlegar, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, New Denver, Riondel, Salmo 50 years of RDCK

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

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Ted Murrell is the general manager of Save-On-Foods in Nelson, B.C.
Nelson Ted Murrell

The right elements came together to make Save-On-Foods the top pick for Business of the Year in Nelson, B.C.

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Financial security begins with some basic steps, like filling your piggybank.
Cranbrook, Golden, Castlegar, Nelson, Trail, Financial Take it to the bank

According to the people who know, achieving financial security begins with some simple, basic steps.

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Castlegar KCDS staff
Castlegar, Nelson, Education

Kootenay Career Development Society (KCDS) is a centre of excellence that empowers the community through career development

by Nowell Berg
A young florist reading a book in a flower shop.
Cranbrook, Creston, Golden, Fernie, Invermere, Castlegar, Nelson, Small Business Who’s reading what?

Books, pod casts, magazines or blogs? What is the go-to for Kootenay Business people?

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The exterior of the new Regional Visitor Gateway restored to its original form after four years of hard work and dedication.
Nelson, Developments Nelson Chamber of Commerce settles into new heritage home

After four years of construction the Nelson Chamber of Commerce has finally moved into its new home — the Regional Visitor Gateway.

by Louis Bockner
Deb Kozak is mayor of Nelson, B.C.
Nelson Nelson’s mayor is going to keep the momentum rolling in 2016

The first female mayor of Nelson, Deb Kozak, just finished her first year in office and has big plans for Nelson in year two

by Mason Buettner
Kootenay Kombucha owner Lavinia Lidstone shows off her successful keg and growler system in Ellison's Cafe in Nelson, B.C., where customers can get her delicious health drink on tap.
Nelson, Health & Wellness Business is brewing in Nelson, B.C.

For the past year Kootenay Kombucha has been winning over health-conscious people across the Kootenays and beyond with its unique flavours and growler system.

by Louis Bockner
Selkirk College Millwright/Machinist Program student Josh Carr works on the new industry-standard drill press.
Nelson Province provides Selkirk College funding for new trades training equipment

As part of B.C.’s Skills for Jobs Blueprint, the government is investing $12 million in 2015-16 for new trades equipment at 14 post-secondary institutions.

Keiko Lee-Hem sits at the UpUp Play Tower with her son, Eli.
Nelson, Retail Kickstart the fun for kids with an UpUp Play Tower

The UpUp Play Tower combines a standing desk, jungle gym and play space in one attractive and compact piece of furniture.

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Selkirk College staff and students gathered in the Silver King Campus Millwright/Machinist Program shop to celebrate the announcement of $14.2 million in funding from the Provincial Government for the renewal, replacement and demolition of existing buildings at the 50-year-old campus in Nelson.
Nelson, Developments, Education Selkirk College gets green light for new $18.9M trades training facilities

The $18.9 million investment in new trades training facilities for the Silver King Campus in Nelson is part of the B.C.'s Skills for Jobs Blueprint.

Elk Park Ranch, near Radium Hot Springs, B.C.
Creston, Grand Forks, Radium Hot Springs, Nelson, Agriculture, Real Estate Rocky Mountain ranch property at its best

Is the ranch life for you? Check out these properties that showcase the best of Rocky Mountain living.

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Picture of Mark West, Marketing  & Sales Director from Epic Real Estate Solutions Inc., and Allard Ockeloen with Storm Mountain Developments Inc.
Nelson, Developments, Real Estate Nelson Landing Townhomes sales launch event a success

The sales launch of Nelson Landing's first eight townhomes has been highly anticipated.

Picture of Mark West, Marketing  & Sales Director from Epic Real Estate Solutions Inc., and Allard Ockeloen with Storm Mountain Developments Inc.
Nelson, Developments, Real Estate Nelson Landing Townhomes sales launch event a success

The sales launch of Nelson Landing's first eight townhomes has been highly anticipated.

Picture of solar panels on a roof.
Nelson, Energy, Technology Nelson’s innovative Community Solar Garden set to shine

Community Solar—purchase solar and receive the benefits as if it were on your very own roof.

Selkirk College Electrical Foundation Program Instructor Julie-Claire Hamilton.
Nelson, Trail, Education Women encouraged to explore the trades at Selkirk College

In partnership with the Greater Trail Community Skills Centre, Selkirk College is offering a special Trades Discovery Program for Women.

Selkirk College instructor Jim Greene.
Nelson, Education Selkirk College adds tourism industry veteran Jim Greene to faculty

The former general manager of Red Mountain Resort is taking on a new challenge of helping guide students through their educational journey at Selkirk College.

Boulder Beach Residence, a design by Studio 9.
Nelson, Developments Making great spaces

What does an architect do? More than draw buildings says Nelson Rocha, whose latest project is the new Creston elementary school.

by Mason Buettner
Brisco Manufacturing
Cranbrook, Golden, Sparwood, Nelson, Salmo Top manufacturing companies in the Kootenays

These Kootenay businesses represent the peak of excellence in the manufacturing industry.

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A group picture of the staff of Community Futures, Central Kootenays.
Nelson, Financial, Small Business Community Futures celebrates 30 years

Community Futures is celebrating 30 years of supporting small business in the Central Kootenay.

Man using phone while driving the car.
Nelson, Transportation Distracted driving in the Kootenays

Distracted driving kills more people per year in the Southern Interior than any other part of British Columbia.

by Mason Buettner
Aszjeca Burden, new real estate agent at Century 21 in Nelson.
Nelson, Real Estate Aszjeca Burden joins Nelson Century 21 office

Century 21 Mountainview Realty in Nelson is pleased to welcome realtor Aszjeca Burden to the team.

Artist's conception of Nelson Landing development in Nelson, B.C.
Nelson, Developments, Real Estate Nelson Landing now selling first phase of townhomes

Developer announces release of eight homes at new lakefront community

Minn Benedict and Bryan Beaudry sitting on a chair in the gym.
Nelson, Health & Wellness Fit for the West Kootenay

Bryan Beaudry and Minn Benedict help fellow West Kootenay residents achieve their fitness goals at REV Strength and Conditioning.

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A bird's-eye view of Kootenay Lake from a paraglider.
Nelson, Small Business, Tourism Flying high in the Kootenays

A lake, a boat-mounted winch, plus an adventurous spirit = a spectacular flight experience at Kootenay Paragliding Adventures.

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Picture of Fair Realty office in Nelson, B.C.
Nelson, Real Estate, Small Business Nelson’s Fair Realty moves uptown to new office premises

The Nelson office of Fair Realty has moved into a new building, a few blocks up on Baker Street.

Christie Kennedy, owner of Core Fitness Gym in Cranbrook, B.C.
Cranbrook, Nelson, Retail, Small Business IWIB featured on Shaw’s Go Kootenay TV Show

Christie Kennedy, owner/operator of Core Fitness Gym in Cranbrook, B.C. is honoured with an award.

Picture of Jim Robertson, the project manager of the Nelson Electric Tramway Society.
Nelson, Tourism Nelson Electric Tramway Society opens new museum

The Nelson Tramway Society's Car Barn Museum is officially open.

Picture of 'Welcome to Nelson' sign in Nelson, BC.
Nelson, Real Estate High and Low: Nelson’s top ten most expensive homes (plus the lowest priced home) for sale

Nelson, one of the most charismatic towns in B.C., boasts many unique and eclectic homes for sale.

Picture of Anni Holtby who is conducting a business retention and expansion study in Nelson.
Nelson, Education, Retail, Small Business Business Retention and Expansion study underway for Nelson and area

The study will help to understand the challenges and successes that business owners face in Nelson.

Picture of people involved with fighting invasive mussels.
Cranbrook, Nelson, Environment B.C. gets boost in fight against invasive mussels

Funding from Columbia Basin Trust will double the number of mobile decontamination units aimed at keeping invasive mussels out of B.C. waterways.

Picture of Craig Swendson and Josh Secord, owners and operators of the Torchlight Brewing Company in Nelson.
Nelson, Retail, Small Business Torchlight Brewing Company celebrates 1st anniversary in Nelson

An eclectic selection of hand-crafted ales are offered at the Torchlight Brewing Company in Nelson.

Picture of Youth Mean Business coordinator Blue Netherclift.
Castlegar, Nelson, Education, Financial, Small Business Youth program offers $5000 for small business startups

Youth Mean Business, a new entrepreneurship program, will provide youth up to $5000 in funding and training to help them launch their own small business.

Picture showing a run-down railway station with a sign detailing the restoration project the building is undergoing.
Nelson, Developments, Education Nelson’s Regional Visitor Gateway Project moving ahead

The restoration of the historic CPR Railway station into a state-of-the-art building is also giving employees valuable work experience.

Construction workers renovate Nelson's old CPR station
Nelson, Developments, Small Business Building and beautifying Nelson

Business leaders in Nelson are looking ahead to create further improvements to serve the city’s businesses.

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Large group of people in front of a bus
Cranbrook, Kimberley, Nelson, Tourism, Transportation Gray Creek Pass Road celebrates 25th anniversary

Gray Creek Pass Road, originally designed as a shortcut between Kimberley and Kootenay Lake, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.

view of Christina Lake access riverfront
Creston, Grand Forks, Castlegar, Nelson, Revelstoke, Real Estate Top 10 (+ 1) most affordable waterfront properties in the Kootenays

A list of the most affordable waterfront (and riverfront) properties listed on MLS in the Kootenays.

The patio at BiBO restaurant in Nelson overlooks the work being done on Hall Street
Nelson, Developments, Small Business Growing pains in Nelson

Businesses on Hall Street in Nelson, B.C., are making the best of disrupted access caused by scheduled infrastructure work.

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Scenic view of Invermere.
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Creston, Fernie, West Kootenay, Nelson, Revelstoke, Animal Care, Cuisine, Developments, Real Estate, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Top 9 most unique commercial ventures for sale in the Kootenays

The Kootenays attract many unique and eclectic businesses - here are 9 thriving ventures up for sale.

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