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Two women showing a dressing room at Closet 31
East Kootenay, Retail

Treasure hunting in the East Kootenay: The best vintage and thrift stores to explore

From curated vintage fashion to community thrift shops packed with surprises, here’s where to hunt for secondhand finds across the East Kootenay.

by Danielle Brost
woman holding a pile of clothes
West Kootenay, Retail, Small Business

Thrift, vintage and hidden treasures: The West Kootenay’s best secondhand shops

From Nelson’s famously eclectic vintage scene to tiny community thrift shops, here’s where to shop secondhand in the West Kootenay

by Danielle Brost
Nicole standing in the foreground with other young women standing behind her
East Kootenay, Kimberley, Retail, Small Business

The dream that became Vienna Domani

Nicole Cowl’s lifelong creativity has led her to create an award-winning Kimberley business.

by Danielle Brost
House of Paws owner with two french bulldogs
West Kootenay, Rossland, Animal Care, Retail, Small Business

Making a difference for pets and their people

House of Paws owner Sarah Heyer shares how a love of animals grew into a thriving Rossland business.

by Danielle Brost
West Kootenay, Nelson, Retail, Small Business

Positive Apparel and the rise of resale culture in Nelson

A conversation about sustainability, affordability and the culture of thrifting in the Kootenays

by Danielle Brost
Man pouring cacao beans into a vat
West Kootenay, Nelson, Cuisine, Retail, Small Business

Nelson’s Chocofellar embraces a bean-to-bar model

Owner Aurélien Sudan discusses the world of craft chocolate, sustainability, and growth.

by Danielle Brost
Lori Cameron in her tea shop
East Kootenay, Creston, Cuisine, Retail, Small Business

The Creston tea shop that didn’t stop

How Tigz Tea Hut kept its small-town warmth alive while shifting from a cozy storefront to an online tea haven.

by Danielle Brost
Ash standing in front of her store
West Kootenay, Trail, Retail, Small Business

Retail reimagined for a Kootenay mindset

Ash Hodgson shares her rules for surviving and thriving as a small business owner in rural B.C.

Carter standing with a box of cherries
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Agriculture, Retail, Small Business

Flexy’s Fruit Stand has deep roots and big plans

How a family legacy is creating loyal customers in Cranbrook.

by Kerry Shellborn

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