All Rossland articles

Blizzard Music Festival 2024 strikes a chord in Rossland.

Andras Lukacs, executive director at Tourism Rossland, shares some of the recent successes of the organization

Thirteen communities across the Kootenays have now made a commitment to 100 per cent clean energy by 2050.

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

Mélanie Mercier of Araucaria Gardening Services in Rossland has some tips for homeowners on ways to create a gorgeous green space in their own backyard.

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

The Gold Rush Bookstore is a valued part of the downtown Rossland business landscape.

Based in Nelson, B.C., Melinda Nealis and Kayla Carley are the mother-and-daughter duo behind Replenish—The Kootenay Refill Store

The Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise is helping Kootenay businesses design and build outdoor gear that rocks

With CEO Dave MacLeod at the helm, ThoughtExchange in Rossland, B.C., has seen 1,000 per cent year-over-year use of the tech platform

A new book by CEO of ThoughtExchange Dave MacLeod, Scaling Conversations: How Leaders Access the Full Potential of People, is a goldmine of insights

Women can have fulfilling careers in industry, according to Vanessa Terwoort, Director, Environment, Mercer Celgar

Dustin Gilchrist, director of operations at KYR Supply in Warfield, B.C., creates Kootenay-inspired outdoor apparel that is made in Canada

Michael Keefer, an exemplary entrepreneur, owns three green businesses in the Kootenays

Petri Raito, co-owner and COO of Rossland Beer Company, explains why locals choose to chill in their lounge

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

With students and teachers poised to return to school, how will the future of education post-pandemic look?

The Kootenay Carshare Cooperative now rents EVs and lets you rent your own EV out for a profit

The Happy Hills Farm in Rossland is growing super healthy food year-round

The Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot aims to attract businesses to rural regions of B.C.

The Nowhere Special Hostel in Rossland, B.C., is a unique new version of the traditional hostel ideal, and is one of our 2019 Best of Business winners.

Seven Summits Centre for Learning (7S) in Rossland is beefing up the perks for staff and students by modifying its week into four longer days

Vivienne Hurley, new Youth Recruitment and Marketing Coordinator at Seven Summits Centre for Learning in Rossland, touts the benefits of the innovative school

The World Ski Awards is the only global initiative to recognize, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism

Five West Kootenay communities have signed on to the EcoSociety’s 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign. Meet the early adopters of change.

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

Through her law firm, Lilina Lysenko helps West Kootenay residents solve everyday—and sometimes exceptional—legal questions and issues.

Municipalities are on the front lines of climate change, so it is important they are developing plans and implementing actions to become more resilient

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

Jessica Nordlander is a technology executive who hails from Sweden

Meet the West Kootenay and Boundary region nominees for our 40 under 40 list.

Thoughtexchange has evolved into a two-way experience platform used by millions of people across many industries.

Numerous new construction and development projects are springing up throughout the Kootenays

Melinda and Todd Kopet create healthy foods from scratch out of The Purist Pantry in Rossland, B.C.

Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre takes home gold for its historical preservation and tourism efforts.

Boutique accommodations meet authentic Red Mountain adventure at The Josie

Wood products and family ties are the legacy of ATCO Wood Products in Fruitvale, B.C.

Columbia Basin Trust provides over $244,000 to 13 public art projects in 11 communities

Every community has its influencers, and we’d like to applaud the members of Rossland’s business community who are making a positive difference.

Restructuring at Rossland City Hall—both corporate and physical—has produced improvements, challenges and appreciation.

RED Mountain Ventures and Columbia Basin Trust announce their partnership to construct a new modern hostel at the base of RED Mountain Resort

Prestige's summer adventurers are taking on B.C., one hotel at a time.

Technology entrepreneur Pilar Portela shares her perspective on the leadership roles of women in business.

Natasha Lockey is all about adapting to change, taking responsibility and grasping new opportunities.

Alissa Bryden takes the stress out of virtual accounting via her business in Rossland, B.C.

Calgary-based West High Yield Resources sells their mineral properties near Rossland to Maryland-based Gryphon Enterprises for US$750 million

Business mentorship and volunteer projects make Janet Fraser an influencer in Rossland, B.C.

Aaron Cosbey is a Rossland city councillor and an advisor on national and international boards for sustainable economic development.

Breakthrough technology from Advanced BioCarbon 3D of Rossland will create biodegradable, high performance, good-for-the-earth plastic.

Andras fills the position that was vacated by Deanne Stevens, who left to take a position at Selkirk College.