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One of the Best Workplaces in Canada and with phenomenal growth, Traction on Demand shows that doing good is good for business

They’re a growing trend across the Kootenays—check out this list of the region’s co-working spaces.

Brad Pommen, President of SMRT1 Technologies in Nelson, B.C., explains how to come up with a useful product and bring it to the marketplace

With CEO Dave MacLeod at the helm, ThoughtExchange in Rossland, B.C., has seen 1,000 per cent year-over-year use of the tech platform

A new book by CEO of ThoughtExchange Dave MacLeod, Scaling Conversations: How Leaders Access the Full Potential of People, is a goldmine of insights

Mario Dibella, owner and president of the Martech Group of Companies in Castlegar, B.C., discusses how his company has maintained unprecedented endurance

SMRT1 specializes in convenient and cutting-edge intelligent vending machine technology

Women can have fulfilling careers in industry, according to Vanessa Terwoort, Director, Environment, Mercer Celgar

Kendra Johnston, CEO of AME, likens the Canadian mining and energy conferences to family reunions because of the meaningful relationships developed during camp

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

The City of Cranbrook begins its fleet transition to EVs with the purchase of its first electric vehicle

Despite a challenging year, KootenayBiz told many inspiring and informative stories—here are our Top 10 from 2020

Nelson-based KAST held round one of its virtual Kootenay Pitch Competition on November 12

Kootenay Computer helps with the digital divide and picks up a Business-to-Business Excellence Award from the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce

Three Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative

Entrepreneurs and startups are invited to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of judges at the first-ever Kootenay Pitch Competition

Terry Van Horn, CEO of SMRT1 Technologies in Nelson, is looking for investors for their new SMRT1 POD touch screens

Kootenay companies innovate to help Canada become self-sufficient in PPE during the COVID-19 pandemic

Born out of a desire to connect connect tech companies, innovators and entrepreneurs with the support they need, the Nelson Innovation Centre is now open.

Marco Gerhardt, co-owner of Kootenay Filter in Nelson, B.C., discusses how Can-Filter layoffs led to Kootenay Filter’s creation

This award-winning internet service provider keeps the Kootenays connected

Ian Comishin, president of Twente Additive Manufacturing in Nelson, B.C., is printing homes for the Kootenays and beyond

The B.C. government is hosting a free webinar to answer questions about free trade and the province's Small Business Venture Capital program.

Adaptation is the new keyword for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic

Mary Austin, CEO of Austin Innovation, is organizing COVID-19-specific personal protective equipment in Trail, B.C.

The Kootenay Carshare Cooperative now rents EVs and lets you rent your own EV out for a profit

The 3D metal printer is big news in the Kootenays as having access to a machine of this kind will be felt throughout every local industry and sector

Cam Whitehead, executive director for KAST in Nelson, B.C., explains how Kootenay businesses can harness tech with simple steps

Karen Kornelsen, owner of KG Creative in Nelson, B.C., helps market female entrepreneurs and nonprofits in the Kootenays

Fenix Advanced Materials will grow the newest and coolest semiconductor

Shirley Loi, community engagement manager for Traction for Good in Nelson, B.C., highlights the benefits of Bikes and Bytes

Help create a talented and diverse community of entrepreneurs

The online testing portal is designed to measure internet connections speeds and get a better understanding of current broadband services

Crazy ideas, pushing limits and working under pressure are common elements for the team at Flex Commerce.

Samantha Gernhart is an influential woman in business in her community of Invermere, where she works at Copper Point Resort and runs a home-based business

Owner and founder Morgan Dehnel started his D-Pace company more than two decades ago, in 1995.

Eagle Graphite will produce silicon/graphite battery anodes using its quarry in Passmore

A new Selkirk College program aims to prepare learners for a rewarding career vital in the foundation of tech

An ex-Googler with an MSc in Applied IT has taken the reins of Rossland's Thoughtexchange.

Kootenay Association for Science and Technology (KAST) is expanding its operations from Trail’s Metal Tech Alley to the new Nelson Innovation Centre

Residents can register for emergency alerts delivered by smartphone app, email and voice or text to landline or cell

Jessica Nordlander joined Thoughtexchange to scale her passion for innovating leadership and find work-life balance a small mountain town

16 energy-wise projects are supported with over $650,000 from Columbia Basin Trust

Nine communities receive over $613,000 from the Trust’s Community Technology Program

26 rural communities in the Kootenays will be getting improved high-speed access to the internet

Greg Malpass, founder and CEO of Traction on Demand, is bringing his business home to Nelson, B.C.

The announcement of funding for high-speed Internet opens new possibilities for economic development for Nakusp.

Electronic Logging Devices allow drivers to track their hours of service easily while out on the road.