Danielle Cameron writer profile

Spring Creative Inc. in Nelson brings entrepreneurs together to facilitate positive change, effective branding and healthy collaboration.

Jennifer King is a Sparwood real estate agent with her clients’ best interests at heart

Pivot Point Acupuncture has proven to be a welcome addition to the community of Salmo

Ed and Kathleen Bron praise their dedicated staff, including ones from Mexico who work year after year.

Catching up with Deirdre Howard, proud beekeeper and owner of Pure Honey Products in Creston.

The owner of Kootenay Made Co. in Trail shines her light on local artists and artisans, promoting their products in her brick-and-mortar shop.

The owner of Shred Sisters came all the way across Canada to teach mountain biking to like-minded women.

Play your way through this list of popular golf courses in the West Kootenay region.

The East Kootenay region is home to some of B.C.’s most sublime courses.

After the pandemic inspired a surge of new pet adoptions, Kootenay Canine Adventures was perfectly positioned to meet customer demand.

Grant Sharam and Jim Cunnington saw the need for affordable, accessible, green transportation—leading them to start eTrikes Canada in Kimberley.

Pilar Portela of Kaslo is inspiring change for the better, with a focus on sustainability and regenerative economic development.

Dale and Diana Olinyk took a honeymoon tour of the Kootenays and ended up building a legacy.

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

The owner of Huckleberry Mountain Market stepped up and rewarded his staff with $30,000 in bonuses after a grueling COVID summer.

Inspired by her travels, Megan DeVries invested time, money and considerable elbow grease to create her flourishing mobile bar in Nelson.

Marie-Michelle Lafontaine let nothing break her stride when she started Glacier PhysioLab in Golden, B.C. - and now she’s added bike-fitting to her services

The owners of Barks and Recreation pooled their talents to forge a comprehensive pet service and supply company.

The owners of Earthy Organics in Fruitvale, B.C., are huge proponents of community-supported agriculture.

These sisters from Trail, B.C., decided to give back to their community through their Kootenay-inspired clothing company.

Sarah Harper and Stu Smith bring the Revelstoke community together through the bounty of their harvest.

Marie-Pier Dionne arrived in B.C. with a backpack, $100 and a dream—now she owns a bilingual daycare and aromatherapy line in Castlegar.

2nd Edition Coworking offers a quality workspace rental opportunity in Fernie’s historic downtown area.

The owners of From Scratch in Fairmont Hot Springs are responding to COVID-19 by growing and pivoting their business.

These golf courses in the West Kootenay region are fun yet challenging enough to keep you coming back for more.

The East Kootenay region boasts some of the most enthralling golf courses in Canada.

This cutting-edge, Salmo-based clothing company has a backstory as rich as its fashionable creations.

Entertainment company Pursuit has launched an exhilarating new attraction in Golden, B.C.

Helping clients get fit from the comfort of their homes.

Maraih Tarasoff and Marina Stropky started off as high school friends at Mount Baker, and ended up being well-matched business partners

Erin Thompson and Brian Sondergaard are the driving forces behind Kimberley Kritters - a wildly successful pet supply store in Kimberley, B.C.

The Modern Bakeshop & Café is a craft bakery with organic baked goods, gluten-free options and other specialty items

This mountainous region of B.C. is inviting to winter recreation enthusiasts.

The owner of the Revelstoke Sugar Shack is a promoter of smiles and sweet gestures in an otherwise difficult time.

Kayla Heddle nourishes West Kootenay customers with customized, plant-based meal prep services

The owners of Columbia Valley Lavender in Edgewater have found creative ways to overcome the business challenges of 2020.

Meet the inspirational business owners who are leading the way in the West Kootenay region.

These ambitious business leaders make an impact on their East Kootenay communities.

History buffs are drawn to these popular heritage sites in the East Kootenay

Visit these heritage sites and learn more about the history of West Kootenay communities.

Dr. Scott Emery faced the challenges of COVID-19 and emerged victorious with a slick new clinic space and an expansion of services.

Amanda Murray draws the Creston community together and supports local causes with her event-planning business, AM Event Coordination

Sarah Elizabeth Fibreworks is an integral part of Rossland’s arts and culture community.

Lucas Roach of Big Magic Design is proud to serve Kimberley clients.

Meet Sydney Black, executive director of the Nelson & District Arts Council and founder of Black Productions.

When Jillian Shannon opened her child-care centre in Grand Forks, she had no idea how warmly she would be welcomed.

Dr. Eric Nelson has two dental offices in the East Kootenay and prides himself on balancing his work and family life.

Nichola Lytle of Pink Dog Designs is here to take marketing to the next level.

Mother Natures in Castlegar has been locally owned for nearly 50 years.

Coal Town Goods carries local and handmade merchandise to suit every taste.