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Explore this list of distilleries from across the Kootenay region in British Columbia.

Sarah Dinsdale, executive director of the Boundary Chamber in Grand Forks, is thrilled with the region’s new reliable pumps and dike infrastructure

Forced to the sidelines for three years because of the global pandemic, the annual awards were a welcome return

Jess Paloposki first started selling Argentinian empanadas as a side hustle. Mamacita’s Empanadas is now selling these frozen pastries throughout the Kootenays

Treanne See, market manager for the Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market, explains how this historic market is still the standard bearer across the Kootenays

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.

A family's passion transforms a rugged piece of property into a bustling winery

The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of the 8 Kootenay wineries—and 2 meaderies

KootenayBiz chatted with local business owners to find out what advice they would tell themselves in their first year of business

Kimberley’s Funk Haus Craft Lab is run by three dedicated entrepreneurs who found their respective niches.

Good Company Coffee embraces the collaborative nature of community, bringing a big city feel and small-town warmth to their business

As a life and leadership coach, Dana Sproule is passionate about developing successful leaders. Learn five things to focus on for your own leadership journey.

Wild Wonders Insectarium in Invermere named New Business of the Year and won People’s Choice award at Columbia Valley Chamber awards

Sisters Joanna and Aysha Haines choose the most ethical and sustainable brands for their retail store, Drift + Sonder.

Alicia Chirrey, producer at CBC’s Dragons’ Den, explains how Kootenay entrepreneurs can apply to be on the show

Owner Dennis Scott is the owner of Humble Bee Builds and is passionate about alternative living

When twins Robyn Hansen & Becky McArthur bought their first business, they each had toddlers. Now, they’re serving up frozen yogurt alongside their teenagers

With multiple locations and a flourishing online shop, Blue Barn Pet & Hobby Farm is a community success story.

Kerry Pagdin of Wayward Citizen gives us the inside scoop on social media promotion.

Writing effective cold emails that get a response is possible by following some easy-to-do steps

A family business, Winderberry Farms, found innovative ways to grow and create a place for everyone to contribute to a bright future

Kat Cadegan Jewellery in Revelstoke has gained a valuable new staff member thanks to a Columbia Basin Trust program.

Read our list of Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence award winners

Check out this list of businesses for sale across the Columbia Valley and Kootenay regions.

For Jacob Houghton and Stephan Gale, starting Radium Brewing was the realization of their dreams, passions and hobbies coming together.

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards were held in late October.

Find uniquely home-grown Kootenay clothing, wearables and gear from these local companies

Learn the six features that your web page needs to convert visitors into buyers

Kyle Thornley of Metal Mind Forge produces stunning metalwork creations in Revelstoke.

Elkford’s 2022 Business Excellence Awards were held on October 22.

Shared workspaces in communities like Cranbrook, Golden, Fernie, Nelson and Trail provide flexibility and support in a communal environment.

Imagine two members of Cirque du Soleil finding love and running off to start a business in the Kootenays.

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

Desiree Markewich found herself reinvented by flowers, and she wants to pay the joy forward.

By collecting and recycling used cooking oil into green, biodiesel products, Dayna Leduc has found his passion

Taylor Jenkins, Elk Valley economic recovery advisor, outlines what Elk Valley businesses can do to address their big three problems

Find award-winning beers at these local Kootenay area breweries

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

Tammy Verigin-Burk, executive director of the Castlegar Chamber, highlights opportunities for entrepreneurs within Castlegar’s new Confluence building

Clay is the medium of choice for Fernie potter Sarah Pike

Twelve custom hand-painted awards were handed out at this year’s Business Excellence ceremony

For Thomas and Ash Hodgson, a lifetime of chronic entrepreneurship has led them to becoming the Kootenays’ newest distillers.

Jaclyn Rad is the owner of Kootenay Baby Gear Rental in Cranbrook

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

Kimberley’s businesses and remarkable individuals help the community to become B.C.’s best small town.

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

Giving back to her community is important for Karli Melnychuk, owner of Kootenay Livin’ Apparel

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.

Lynn Muller, co-owner of Canyon Raft Company in Fernie, B.C. outlines how to run a successful business for over a quarter century

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