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Nelson, Environment, Small Business Nelson’s Still Eagle Shop moves to Baker Street

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

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Grand Forks, Small Business Fifty years and counting

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

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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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Pedro Montoya and John E. Pettigrew show off some of their unique merchandise at the Slocan Trading Co.
West Kootenay, Slocan, Small Business Buy, sell and trade in Slocan

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

by Candace Jensen
Carla Thompson, bookkeeper in Cranbrook, BC
Cranbrook, Financial, Small Business Bring in your books

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

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Kimberley, Environment, Small Business Ethnobotany’s child

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.

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Castlegar, Developments, Small Business A small business for happy customers

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

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Nelson, Health & Wellness, Small Business A spa where education rules

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

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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, 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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Castlegar, Education, Health & Wellness, Small Business Creating a respectful workplace policy and procedure

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

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Cranbrook, Environment, Small Business Water trumps oil

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

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Creston, Small Business Black Bear Books in Creston moves up the street

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

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Castlegar, Nelson, Revelstoke, Trail, Small Business Congratulations to the 2013 Influential Kootenay Women in Business award winners (West Kootenay)

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

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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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Chris and Laurie Weitzel, owners of Cherry Creek Property Services in Kimberley, B.C.
Cranbrook, Kimberley, Real Estate, Small Business An East Kootenay property services company is experiencing growth

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

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Creston, Cuisine, Small Business Savvy on sushi in a small town

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.

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Kaslo, Cuisine, Small Business Kaslo coffee 101

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

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Cranbrook, Small Business Don’t Miss the Basin Business Blender by KRIC

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

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Revelstoke, Small Business Cheers! Revelstoke’s Mt. Begbie Brewery wins gold award

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

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Kimberley, Small Business New hair salon opens in Marysville

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

Cranbrook, Nelson, Small Business Influential women in business

Kootenay Business 2013 Influential Women in Business Awards nominees.

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Small Business Gray Creek store owner Tom Lymbery gears up to celebrate 100th anniversary

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

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Cranbrook, Small Business Fly fishing shop opens in Cranbrook

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

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Cranbrook, Health & Wellness, Small Business New organic store in Cranbrook proving to be a real hit

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 in Fernie, BC
Fernie, Cuisine, Small Business More than meets the eye

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.

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Cranbrook, Agriculture, Small Business Grass-fed from start to finish

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

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Brett Pope of Molded Stone
Small Business Set in stone

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

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Small Business New mobile RV and boat care service comes to the Kootenays

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

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Cranbrook, Small Business, Tourism Meet the Echo 4x4 trailer

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

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Environment, Small Business Energy advice for small business

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.

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Cranbrook, Small Business Cranbrook Business Community Saluted in Evening of Excellence

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

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Small Business Golden’s International Timberframes celebrates its 10th anniversary

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

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Cranbrook, Small Business South African ECHO 4X4 trailers imported and distributed by Cranbrook couple

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

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Golden, Small Business A happy trade-off

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.

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East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Agriculture, Small Business Recipe for success: Putting dinner on Cranbrook’s tables for over 20 years

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

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Small Business Kootenay entrepreneurs benefit thanks to Access BC

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

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Golden, Developments, Small Business Golden Mercantile at 40-something

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

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Kimberley, Small Business Kimberley Downtown (Platzl) Businesses Call for a Strategy

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

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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, Small Business Pretty Pooch dogs are happy dogs

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.

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Golden, Small Business A vacation destination becomes home

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.

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Golden, Small Business Golden initiatives

Golden Area Initiatives has a mandate similar to that of the regional chamber of commerce, but it focuses on the community in general as well as local business.

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Golden, Small Business What makes Golden great

Healthy recreation, friendliness and a consistent positive attitude characterize the community of Golden, B.C.

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Harmony Hair and Day Spa in Kimberley, BC
Kimberley, Health & Wellness, Small Business New name, new staff, same location

Pat Johnson has been running a home-based business in Kimberley for the past 15 years, and cutting people's hair for twice that long.

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Small Business Help us recognize women in business

Call for 2013 nominations! Take the time to nominate a Kootenay woman you think should be saluted for her dedication and hard work in the business community.

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Cranbrook, Education, Small Business COTR Career and Job Fair features CEO and chair from Columbia Basin Trust

The seventh annual Career and Job Fair is shaping up to be another great event.

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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

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