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Excellent business practices and the allure of chocolate share common ground at Mountain Nugget Chocolate Company in Rossland, B.C.

After 12 years of publishing a local group of magazine makers has landed an extraordinary honour — two in fact.

New restaurant offers a great all-day menu and cozy, comfortable atmosphere where patrons can relax and enjoy everything from a latte to full course meal.

The couple behind Kootenay Spice in Trail, B.C., are building a business based on sharing their passion for delicious and healthy flavours.

Dave McGuire, owner of No Shorts Electronics in Kimberley, B.C., loves passing on his knowledge to his customers.

The Castlegar & District Chamber Business Awards event was recently held at Chances Castlegar.

Still Eagle Planetary Persuasions moves into Kootenai Moon Furniture's former location on Nelson's busy Baker Street.

After half a century, B&F Sales & Service is something of a landmark in Grand Forks, B.C.

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

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

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

Slocan City Trading Co. opened to the public on May 18, 2013.

Carla Thompson has started a bookkeeping business in Cranbrook and is excited for a bright future ahead.

The daughter of a self-taught ethnobotanist, Libby Peter is in her element as founder and designing mind behind SmartScape Landscaping in Kimberley, B.C.

Max Kutasewich of Take It to the Max Construction has found that keeping his business small has big advantages

Marni Beninger and her staff at Mountain Waters Spa & Wellness thrive on continued education and exemplary professional service.

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

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

Is your company ready to comply with new WorkSafeBC workplace bullying and harassment policies?

Early in his career, Tim Hoeschmann worked on the oil rigs. Wanting to return the the Kootenays, he switched to drilling for water.

Paula Carpenter, owner of Black Bear Books in Creston, and her staff have been busy lately.

Congratulations to our 2013 Influential Kootenay Women in Business Award winners in the West Kootenay and Revelstoke.

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

Cherry Creek Property Services in Kimberley, B.C., has doubled its business in the past year, said owners Chris and Laurie Weitzel.

Sandra Heykamp was ready to find her business feet in Creston B.C.—her sushi skills provided just the way to do it and she's opened Savvy Sushi downtown.

Glen and Heidi Stewart of Kaslo, B.C., started their home-based roasting business, Kaslo's Bean Roasting, in April 2013.

The Basin Business Blender — A 3-part event for manufacturing and technology businesses being held in Cranbrook on Thursday, June 6th.

Revelstoke’s Mt. Begbie Brewing Co., was one of the big winners at the recent Canadian Brewing Awards.

Marysville, the small community which some people refer to as south Kimberley, is seeing a resurgence in business activity recently.

Kootenay Business 2013 Influential Women in Business Awards nominees.

2013 marks the 100th Anniversary of Gray Creek Store — established in 1913 by Arthur Lymbery.

The popular St. Mary Angler Fly Shop, which shut its doors in Marysville last year, has re-opened in Cranbrook next to Pizza Hut.

From the Ground Up Organics is one of Cranbrook's newest businesses and though only open for few months the store is proving very popular with area consumers.

Infinitea T-Bar & Boutique is a multi-faceted business in Fernie, and it’s proven to be a welcome addition to the culture-rich community since its beginning.

When Tim Ross and Tracey Whiting offered to share their home-grown, grass-fed beef with a few friends, a business was born.

Find beautiful custom decorative concrete products at Molded Stone, owned by Brett Pope in Winlaw.

New mobile RV and boat care service takes the hassle of getting your boat or RV ready for spring and summer fun.

North American Safari Company introduces the Echo 4x4 trailer, an off-road-capable addition to the North American camping scene.

LiveSmart BC has an initiative called the Small Business Program geared at helping the little companies find big environmental changes that can save on costs.

The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce held their annual Evening of Excellence last Saturday at the St. Eugene Mission Resort near Cranbrook.

Master timber framer Sigi Liebmann has built a reputation for quality work on jobs big or small, traditional or modern.

One of Cranbrook's newest businesses has opened at 627R Cranbrook Street North, (behind Lazy Bear Lodge), called NASC North American Safari Company.

Fashion designer Stefany Davies and her lawyer husband, Keven Schecter, chose Golden, B.C., as their new home and are building a full and happy life there.

Rick’s Fine Meats & Sausage in Cranbrook, B.C, creates quality crafted meat products for the Kootenay lifestyle.

British Columbia Innovation Council’s (BCIC) Access BC program, enables BC tech entrepreneurs to attend conferences and events outside of their region.

A reputation for craftsmanship and environmentally responsible products is taking Merc Flooring & Paint into its third generation of business in Golden, B.C.

Kimberley’s downtown pedestrian-only platzl, concerned business owners are calling for a much needed strategy or plan going forward.

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.

Retail products, a doggy daycare and well-trained staff keep clients coming back to Pretty Pooch Paws ’n’ Spa in Cranbrook, B.C., said owner Margie Leopold.

Originally from Britain, Ian Archbold moved to Golden, B.C., and opened Dogtooth Climbing Gym in 2007. He and his wife love the community and the lifestyle.