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Red Seal Chef Barrie Elliott and her team bring delicious, seasonally-inspired dishes to their catered events

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.

Based in Golden, B.C., Day2Day Books is a highly experienced bookkeeping company

Stacey Brensrud, executive director of the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce, highlights why Revelstokians have reason to be stoked for their city

Trent Mason, Aboriginal owner of Blue Canoe Orchards in Creston, B.C., aims to distribute fresh cherries throughout the Kootenays

Shawna Bryant, executive director of the Elkford Chamber of Commerce, highlights accomplishments of the past year and issues to address in the future

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

Daniel Holden, general manager of the Kimberley Chamber, has implemented a variety of necessary changes to bolster Kimberley’s presence

Derrek Kittson, President of the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce, is excited about a new Chamber building and upgraded infrastructure on Columbia Avenue

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

Find uniquely home-grown Kootenay clothing, wearables and gear from these 12 local businesses

Based in Fernie, B.C., Robertson Estate Wine Vinegar produces the perfect Cabernet Sauvignon vinegar that is sought after by top chefs

Ki Mana Acres Farm near Creston, B.C., is a model for regenerative agriculture and meeting the demand of discerning consumers

Jeremiah Woods is the owner of a large fleet of VW vehicles and now he’s created a campground in Golden, B.C., to share his love of the iconic brand

11 awards were handed out at this year’s virtual Creston Business Excellence Awards gala

Eric Ridington, owner of Kokanee Soaring Adventures in Nelson, B.C., offers glider tours over Kootenay Lake and Kokanee Glacier

Jeff Davie, second-generation owner of Kaslo Building Supplies, describes how exceptional customer service leads to longevity

Growing fatter by the month: Feastify is adding 6 to 8 new communities a month across Canada

Erin Robertson and Dennis Lavoie are the urban farmers behind this new startup superfood business

Michele Dupas is the imaginative owner of Dupas Designs and Gallery 229, located in the old Procter, B.C., schoolhouse

The Boundary Country Regional Chamber of Commerce is increasing its staff to accomplish more projects

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

Helen Barron, executive director of the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce, highlights new programs implemented amidst the COVID-19 pandemic

Sucre Interactive Technologies in Fernie, B.C., uses virtual-reality technology for immersive safety training in mining and other high-risk industries

Dark Horse Innovations in Nelson, B.C., is a new B2B business in the outdoor product development industry

The Kootenays’ first-ever pitch competition for the tech sector was organized by KAST and attracted 25 entrepreneurs vying for valuable prizes

Axios Growth Consultants provides growth and optimization guidance and solutions to help businesses scale for success

Chris Policar and Ryan “Butter” Karl, new owners of The Station Pub in Invermere, B.C., have major upgrades in the works for their restaurant

A custom fabrication and welding shop, Elk Valley Precision & Cab provides services to Sparwood and area businesses

Emma Beaton, manager of the Slocan Valley Chamber of Commerce, has seen an uptick in people and businesses moving there since the pandemic

The seed-to-vase movement is blossoming in Kimberley, B.C., in Ritual Gardens with locally-grown, sustainable cut flowers

Chocolate alchemist Beth Campbell of Viva Cacao in Slocan, B.C., has advice on scaling up a small business

Some had success, some didn’t, but these 9 brave Kootenay business people all faced down the Dragons’ Den

Nelson, B.C., is overflowing with sewists, thanks to the enthusiastic owners/teachers of the Nelson Stitch Lab

Laura Price, owner of Scout Clothing in Nelson, B.C., is showcasing how small retail shops can offer an excellent online shopping experience

Unprecedented growth is forcing businesses to rework their business models

Alpenglow Superfood Bakery uses ingredients that are organic, wholesome and nutrient-dense, yet still delicious

Downtown revitalization in Grand Forks, B.C., was led by a unique five-week initiative

Ovry is a brand of affordable, high-quality pregnancy and ovulation tests available for online purchase.

Entrepreneur Chandler Lang has national aspirations for his Revelstoke Delivery platform

Amanda Mary, owner of Amanda Mary Creative in Nelson, B.C., uses her photography to help businesses build confidence in their brand

Floris and René Steenkamp, new owners of The Grater Good Kitchen Supply Company in Kimberley, B.C., are excited to share their passion for cooking

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

14 Kimberley businesses and individuals garnered praise for their excellence this year

Here’s a new idea from Backwoods Sauna in Salmo, B.C.: A rental and mobile wood-fired sauna

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

Kris Eliuk, owner of Yellowday Energy in Cranbrook, makes functional metal art, including flashlights, high-end fidget spinners, patches and bottle openers

The annual Golden Community Excellence Awards recognized greatness and good work.

It was an evening of online celebration and virtual toasts to the winners of the 2020 Trail Business Excellence Awards.