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Cranbrook, Retail, Small Business Twenty-five years in outdoor gear

Iain MacLeod owns High Country Outdoor Gear & Clothing, the shop that’s been his second home since he was 10 years old.

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Motorsports gear company Strikt moves from Ontario to Golden
Golden, Retail, Small Business Motorsports gear company Strikt moves from Ontario to Golden

Owner, Dan Rachmel of Strikt Gear Company in Ontario, makes plans to move the manufacturing and R&D components of his business to Golden.

A photo of Harvie Hurd.
Trail, Retail

For over half a century, Gordon Wall Floorcoverings has been offering its top-notch expertise to clients in and around the Trail area.

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Glen Lynn wears a Mister Tire shirt  and stands in front of a wall displaying various tires.
Cranbrook, Creston, Invermere, Retail Mister Tire

As the owner of Mister Tire, Glen Lynn is able to make the most of his 43 years of experience in the industry.

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Cranbrook, Retail Best of business at Home Hardware

Home Hardware in Cranbrook has been a busy place with a bevy of awards and owners that love the people they work with.

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The camera looks down on four men standing in a shop surrounded by water-service parts.
Grand Forks, Retail, Small Business Dedicated to sales and service

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

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Trail, Retail, Small Business Trail and District Chamber of Commerce urges municipalities to support small businesses

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

Co-owners Barry Jones and his sister Betty Peterson both have a passion for their business.
Nelson, Retail Nelson’s friendly neighbourhood meat shop

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

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Cranbrook, Retail Twenty years at Players Bench

Dave Snopek, a former New York Ranger, marks his 20th anniversary as owner-operator of Players Bench Sports in Cranbrook, B.C.

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Cranbrook, Retail, Small Business Clarkson, to be continued

On the day before his 65th birthday, Brian Clarkson of Cranbrook Photo officially retired after 39 years in business.

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Walter and Heather Ingram.
Fernie, Retail

Home Hardware in Fernie has expanded to meet the demands of the area. They are in the same location but have dramatically increased their space.

by Lisa Crane
Gray-haired man stands beside a poster promoting Canadian Tire's support of Olympic athletes.
Cranbrook, Financial, Retail Supporting sport

Support of the Olympics, Paralympics and many other sports organizations is a matter of pride for Cranbrook’s Canadian Tire franchise owner.

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Photo Walter Ingram owner operator Fernie Home Hardware Store
Fernie, Developments, Retail New Fernie Home Hardware store now open

The new Fernie Home Hardware strore welcomed it’s first customers in latter part of August.

Man standing among racks of men's clothing
Nelson, Retail Baker Street wisdom

Menswear outlets are scarce in the Kootenay region, so Baker Street Menswear is a valued part of the downtown scene in Nelson, B.C.

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Amanda sits on snowy ground with mountains behind and plays with a group of dogs.
Rossland, Retail, Small Business “Owning your own business is great”

Amanda Hamilton, Rossland’s Business Person of the Year, enjoys owning her pet supplies shop and helping it grow.

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Three employees in black shirts and a couple in white shirts stand in front of a wall covered in key blanks.
Trail, Retail A secure business

Parslow Lock and Safe in Trail, B.C., has been providing peace of mind for over 60 years.

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Invermere, Retail, Small Business, Tourism Art as life

The Artym Gallery in Invermere, B.C., showcases the works of 65 professional Canadian artists.

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Cranbrook, Retail The (lifestyle) Choice

Like black leather jackets, granny glasses and flapper dresses, boarder-wear suggests an attitude and an edgy lifestyle.

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Creston, Retail Kokanee “The Movie Out There” wins Gold Lion at Cannes Ad Festival

Creston's Kokanee Beer entry at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity came up just short of the Grand Prix award and had to settle for a Gold Lion.

Smiling Randy Zelonka beside a display of small fishing tackle items
Retail, Small Business This one’s a keeper

Gill & Gift in Balfour, B.C., is a regular stop for fishers on their way to catch the rainbows in Kootenay Lake.

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Golden, Retail, Small Business Embrace tradition

Aboriginal gift shop Tribal Memories has a selection of First Nations items for sale.

Golden, Retail, Small Business A brand new start

The Golden Dollar Store has reopened following a temporary closure and renovations.

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Senior couple stand in front of Balfour Superette store
Retail, Small Business Ready for their next phase

Bill and Sherry Blancher hope to retire soon, and hand over the Balfour Superette to new owners.

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Nelson, Retail Excellence at Kootenai Moon

Kootenai Moon Home recently received the Retailer Excellence Award for 2013 from Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce.

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Nelson, Retail, Small Business Same character, different country

Nelson, B.C., a friendly community offering a lifestyle focused on physical activity and the arts, was a natural fit for this family.

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Cranbrook, Retail Partners since forever

Robyn Hansen and Becky McArthur are making a great success of their floral and giftware business.

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A long row of very bright flowers stand on shelves beneath a greenhouse roof.
Creston, Retail, Small Business A business that grows on you

At Morris Flowers and Garden Centre in Creston, it's OK to stop and smell the roses—and many other flowers besides.

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Tom Lymbery stands in front of a timber-frame building that has signs indicating a number of wares.
Retail A century worth of stories at Gray Creek Store

As Gray Creek Store celebrates 100 years in business, proprietor Tom Lymbery reflects on the store's rich past.

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Two men stand at either side of a red entry emblazoned with the Honda symbol.
Cranbrook, Retail Spring Honda is customer centred

Dave and Corey Spring of Spring Honda in Cranbrook are focused on serving their customers well.

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Cranbrook, Retail Cranbrook welcomes Target

The opening of the Target store in Cranbrook, B.C.—on May 7, 2013—means many opportunities for employment and more options for local shoppers.

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Arleigh has short brown hair and glasses, she sits at a curved and cluttered work dest, holding some of the tools of the trade.
Revelstoke, Retail Garnish Revelstoke

Arleigh Garratt, owner of Garnish, has found her niche through designing jewelry in the city of Revelstoke, B.C.

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Cranbrook, Developments, Retail Sport Chek and Dollar Tree to open stores in Cranbrook

With a recent nod of approval from the Cranbrook city council developer, Smart Centres in Cranbrook will soon be adding another retail unit.

Gray-haired man stands behind a showcase, with his left hand on a jeweller's microscope
Cranbrook, Retail, Small Business An enduring gem

Owner Gordon Delamont talks about the history of his Cranbrook shop, E.H. Delamont Jeweler Ltd., the joys of working with his family, and the world of gems.

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Cranbrook, Retail Target runs first TV ad as Cranbrook store set to open later this spring

Target Canada unveiled a national brand TV spot which followed Target’s mascot dog, Bullseye, on a journey across Canada.

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Retail The Perfect Present: Bringing the cutting edge to Kimberley’s kitchens

The Perfect Present ranks as one of Kimberley’s small-business success stories, providing the products of the big city in a friendly and humble setting.

by Stephanie Warner
Woman in an art studio
Kimberley, Retail, Small Business A creative outlet

Handz On Ceramic Studio in Kimberley is a year old, and it is growing in popularity.

by Lisa Crane
Tess' Consignment in Cranbrook, BC
Cranbrook, Retail, Small Business Take the hassle out of online selling

Tess’ Treasures in Cranbrook has a customer-friendly approach that makes life easier for online sellers and shoppers.

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Fernie, Retail, Tourism Bored stiff? No way!

Fernie offers lifestyle elements and business opportunities that are important to Geof Hare and his young family.

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Flat-roofed grey-brick two-storey building stands at the corner of a downtown street.
Fernie, Retail, Small Business Grow in the B.C. Rockies

Like many before her, Melissa MacKay came to Fernie to ski for a season and just couldn’t leave. A successful business and an enviable lifestyle followed.

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Janet Skolka holding up children's clothing in Nelson, BC
Nelson, Retail, Small Business Trends for tots

Mompreneur award nominee Janet Skolka is bringing adorable children’s fashions to Nelson with her store, Jilly bo Billy Boutique.

Kootenay Co-op staff from left to right: Andrew Duff, Julia Hamilton, Alexa Cramton.
Nelson, Cuisine, Environment, Health & Wellness, Retail Kootenay Co-op: more than just food

Kootenay Co-op's assistant front-end manager, Julia Hamilton, is passionate about local, organic and fairly traded food and products.

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Cranbrook, Retail A day in the life: Linda Birch, Tamarack Centre

Linda Birch, manager of the Tamarack Centre in Cranbrook, finds joy in working with the public and being a part of her community.

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Kimberley, Cuisine, Retail, Small Business Master Butcher in Kimberley

Originally from Germany, Uwe Gwinner specializes in quality European meats and offers fresh, preservative-free products.

by Lisa Crane
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Fernie, Retail Island Lake Lodge coffee table book published

Fernie's Island Lake Lodge has put out a glossy, full-colour, coffee table style book in commemoration of their 25th anniversary.

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Developments, Retail Cross-border news—Cabela’s to open store in Kalispell

Cabela's Inc., the World's Foremost Outfitter® of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, has announced plans to open a Cabela's Outpost Store in Kalispell, Montana.

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Nelson, Retail, Small Business, Technology Bumblebee Toys is pleasing kids and parents throughout the Kootenays

The online toy shop based out of Nelson, B.C., has a unique product with an engaging online presence.

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Castlegar, Retail, Small Business Find children’s clothing at Kootenai Child

Kootenai Child, a children's clothing store, is opening in Castlegar, B.C.; owner Lawrence Sithembu is originally from South Africa.

by Lisa Crane
Man wearing white shirt and brown bib apron stands in front of fully-stocked bins of fruit in a store's produce department.
Nelson, Retail A day in the life: Gerry Spagis, Save-On-Foods

Gerry Spagis has been with Save-On-Foods for 35 years; he has been the produce manager at the store in Nelson, B.C., for 23.

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Cranbrook, Retail Target plans cross-Canada road trip, no Cranbrook date available yet

As Target Corp. prepares its early spring entry into the Canadian market, the retailer is launching a cross-country brand-building road trip.

Nelson, Retail Forty years and counting

Cowan's in Nelson, B.C., has been in business for four decades.

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