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The Yarn Collective caters to local fibre-lovers, knitters and crocheters.

The owner of the Upper Cut salon in downtown Cranbrook has opened a new hair-dressing shop that caters to men.

Ever thought of owning your own business and living the Kootenay lifestyle? Here is a sampling of businesses available in the area.

Silver Water Spa is a luxurious, nurturing new feature of the St. Eugene Golf Resort.

With the addition of Over Time Beer Works in Kimberley, there are now 118 craft breweries in B.C.

Nelson­-based company Lillie & Cohoe is in the business of helping North American customers express their personal style

New and exciting business ventures are changing the face of this increasingly hip mountain town.

The first ever Cranbrook Business Walk was held on Tuesday, June 28th, in which teams of two visited businesses small and large throughout the city.

From friends to colleagues to partners: Danielle Cardozo and Jody Jacob team up to launch Brook PR.

"We already work with a lot of people from Fernie, but they can't always make it to Cranbrook during regular business hours," said Uli Helvoigt, owner.

The conference offered an ideal venue for discussing current and future economic opportunities and initiatives throughout the Elk Valley.

Surviving five decades and more, these Nelson businesses are a tribute to determination, adaptability and loyalty.

A bright new future is planned for the former Kootenay Hotel in Creston, B.C.

Scheduling daily tasks and then focusing on accomplishing them will keep up your productivity.

Delicious, healthy, homemade food is the standard at Toast Restaurant in Nelson, B.C.

Lovely, locally made EarthWear Face & Body Products will be a house brand at a prestigious new spa near Cranbrook, B.C.

Gwinner's Butcher Shop offers natural, authentic European-style meats for every meal

MiCasa Coworking provides office space as needed for local and visiting businesses.

Canadian clothing designs, art and artisanal merchandise are featured at Coal Town Goods in Fernie, B.C.

How to achieve your number one goal this year

This luxurious tiny house is available for vacation rental on an acreage near Invermere, B.C.; similar houses may be ordered from the builder.

The Little Cabin Company of Fernie, B.C., is marketing its structures to campgrounds, resorts, homeowners and entrepreneurs.

Livia Lara will be taking over as manager of the popular downtown Cranbrook market starting in June.

Seven businesswomen received the Kootenay Business magazine Influential Women in Business Awards for 2016.

Kootenay Business is pleased to recognize the outstanding women owning, operating and managing successful businesses throughout the Kootenay region.

What is the number one goal in your life?

Bill Doeleman is helping Creston’s driving students learn new skills with his business, Creston Driving Academy

The company will be selling Kootenay Ice merchandise at each home game, as well as a full stock of products in-store.

The Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce is undergoing changes at the top and promoting growth at the base.

A new shoe store in Kimberley, B.C., features quality footwear and adornments

When information and plans are in place, it’s time for action, and in Nelson, B.C., that action furthers the city’s long-term strategic plan.

Sprout Grocery in Kimberley, B.C., has a new owner and a new location

Paris comes well equipped for the many tasks this will include – from research to project design to fundraising.

Self-employment is always risky, and self-employment in the arts is perhaps even more so. That makes success all the sweeter.

When you shop local—making a purchase from within your local community instead of online or out-of-town—you are helping to strengthen your local economy.

Recent information from the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses shows some interesting statistics about business owners

After an extensive search process, the Board of Directors of Nelson & District Credit Union is very pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Murray as CEO

Seeing a need for a collaborative space, Marlene Vale got other fitness leaders on board to create an active centre that offers over 27 fitness classes a week.

Natural curiosity has helped Andrea Winckers Tyreman to reach beyond status quo.

Jakki Van Hemert’s goal is to help others overcome their own fears

Kootenay Business Magazine will announce the winners of the 2016 Women in Business awards at luncheons in the East Kootenay and West Kootenay

In an industry known for its extensive use of chemicals, it is rare to find a stylist who is concerned about the environmental impact of her work.

Ashley Pedersen makes sense out of her clients financial questions

Emily Tucker makes financial planning attainable even for the younger demographic

Mary Austin taps into the Kootenay potential

Jessica Curran offers people a stable housing opportunity in the community.

Amy Eckert learned to have confidence in her own abilities—and then taught others to do the same.

Sylvia Caldwell wants to actively grow a vibrant food industry in the Kootenays.

As a leader in the tourism sector, Deanne Steven creates effective solutions for her home community of Rossland, B.C.

Determination kept Art Rush Gallery going even in the early years and through economic downturns.