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Winners of the 2023 Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were announced on October 19.

Beverly MacNaughton, executive director of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, provides an update on developments around the new Middletown subdivision

The world’s largest dump truck is a humongous hit with kids, as is the Museum’s dino diorama and Teck’s coal mine tour in Sparwood, B.C.

History buffs are drawn to these popular heritage sites in the East Kootenay

Uniting in a shared experience like a festival helps to forge community connections, fun and new friendships

The annual Business Excellence Awards were held on October 20th, 2022

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

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

Jennifer King is a Sparwood real estate agent with her clients’ best interests at heart

Beverly MacNaughton, executive director of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, is excited about mines and local businesses being busier than ever

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

Founded in 1950, the East Kootenay Community Credit Union is celebrating their 70th anniversary on December 14, 2020

Winners of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards were announced on October 22.

The third annual scarecrow contest is underway and sponsored by the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce.

The Forum for Women Entrepreneurs (FWE) E-Series is three-day conference held from May 13 - 15 in Vancouver

The Sparwood Chamber of Commerce handed out 9 awards at its annual Business Awards gala.

The Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot aims to attract businesses to rural regions of B.C.

A fixture in Fernie for the past four years, popular eatery Crumbs Cakery has relocated to Sparwood

North Coal, an emerging steel-coal producer in Sparwood, B.C., is bringing the Michel Coal Project into reality

The Kootenays sees growth and expansion across the region

Komatsu plans to break ground at the new site in early August, with construction to conclude by the end of 2020

North Coal has been active since 2012 and is currently completing federal and provincial environmental assessments and consulting with local stakeholders.

Project Heavy Duty will introduce 24 School District No. 5 high school students to the variety of jobs available in the road building and construction industry

Introducing the East Kootenay nominees for our 40 under 40 list.

Katie Jackson, owner of Next Level Fitness in Sparwood, B.C., has a bright new studio and fun, unique classes

This year marks the 50th anniversary of surface mining at Elkview mine near Sparwood, B.C.

Numerous new construction and development projects are springing up throughout the Kootenays

David Wilks, mayor of Sparwood, B.C., utilizes his diverse background of professions to better serve his municipality

John Pumphrey, president of North Coal in Sparwood, B.C., discusses what his company is up to with regards to the Michel Coal Project

Among the best of the natural resources in Sparwood, B.C., are the citizens who love and support the community.

Middletown Crossing’s design and sensor-controlled traffic lights result in a smooth flow of traffic at the intersection of Highways 3 and 43.

Teck is pleased to announce the development of a new centralized office building in Sparwood, B.C.

Bev MacNaughton, executive director of the Sparwood & District Chamber of Commerce, is eager to apply what she learned at the annual BCCEC.

Cal McDougall served Sparwood through smooth and rough times, and the improved economy is allowing him to leave City Hall with an easy heart.

The Sparwood DC Fast Charging stations completes the planned installation of fast charging stations across the Highway 3 corridor in the Kootenays.

WestJet Link is a new, three-times-a-weekday travel option at the Canadian Rockies International Airport.

Komatsu in Sparwood has successfully merged four separate operations and buildings into one newly updated, modern facility.

Formerly known as CanAus Coal Limited, the company rebranded itself as North Coal Limited in late November 2017.

Bingay Coal licences cover 1,157 hectares near the confluence of the Bingay Creek and Elk River.

Celebrating a milestone at Teck's Fording River Operations

Joy Global in Sparwood, B.C., has been acquired by Komatsu

Simply fill out this form and you could be recognized as one of the Top 25 Fastest Growing Companies in Kootenays.

Here's a selection of unique restaurants that are currently for sale in the Kootenay region.

Beverly MacNaughton is the new executive director for the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce

Aaron Cosbey is a Rossland city councillor and an advisor on national and international boards for sustainable economic development.

Joy Global Canada is now in the process of moving into Sparwood's old Finning facilities

Tammie Davy is the owner of Custom Real Estate Property Management in the Elk Valley and has some advice on how to invest in a second property

Kurt Huebert of HübertHaus Timberframes in Golden, B.C., has created a company based on hard work, ingenuity and a sophisticated million dollar robot

On April 3, a ceremony commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Balmer North Mine Explosion in British Columbia's Elk Valley took place in Sparwood

The grant will go toward new construction and modern safety improvements to the Middletown Crossing—Highway 3/43 intersection.