The City of Cranbrook begins its fleet transition to EVs with the purchase of its first electric vehicle
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Despite a challenging year, KootenayBiz told many inspiring and informative stories—here are our Top 10 from 2020
by Virginia RaschNelson-based KAST held round one of its virtual Kootenay Pitch Competition on November 12
by Julie MatchettKootenay Computer helps with the digital divide and picks up a Business-to-Business Excellence Award from the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce
by Virginia RaschThree Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative
by Julie MatchettThey’re a growing trend across the Kootenays—check out this list of the region’s co-working spaces.
by Julie MatchettEntrepreneurs and startups are invited to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of judges at the first-ever Kootenay Pitch Competition
by Julie MatchettTerry Van Horn, CEO of SMRT1 Technologies in Nelson, is looking for investors for their new SMRT1 POD touch screens
by Kyle BornKootenay companies innovate to help Canada become self-sufficient in PPE during the COVID-19 pandemic
by Virginia RaschBorn out of a desire to connect connect tech companies, innovators and entrepreneurs with the support they need, the Nelson Innovation Centre is now open.
by Julie MatchettMarco Gerhardt, co-owner of Kootenay Filter in Nelson, B.C., discusses how Can-Filter layoffs led to Kootenay Filter’s creation
by Kyle BornThis award-winning internet service provider keeps the Kootenays connected
by Julie MatchettIan Comishin, president of Twente Additive Manufacturing in Nelson, B.C., is printing homes for the Kootenays and beyond
by Kyle BornThe B.C. government is hosting a free webinar to answer questions about free trade and the province's Small Business Venture Capital program.
by Julie MatchettAdaptation is the new keyword for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic
by Julie MatchettMary 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
by Jean-Marc La FlammeThe 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
by Kyle BornKaren Kornelsen, owner of KG Creative in Nelson, B.C., helps market female entrepreneurs and nonprofits in the Kootenays
by Kyle BornFenix Advanced Materials will grow the newest and coolest semiconductor
by Julie MatchettShirley Loi, community engagement manager for Traction for Good in Nelson, B.C., highlights the benefits of Bikes and Bytes
by Kyle BornHelp create a talented and diverse community of entrepreneurs
by Marie MilnerThe 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.
by Marie MilnerSamantha 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
by Sandra AlbersOwner 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.
by Zoë DupleyKootenay Association for Science and Technology (KAST) is expanding its operations from Trail’s Metal Tech Alley to the new Nelson Innovation Centre
by Kyle BornResidents 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.
by Kyle BornThe announcement of funding for high-speed Internet opens new possibilities for economic development for Nakusp.
by Marie MilnerElectronic Logging Devices allow drivers to track their hours of service easily while out on the road.
by Zoë DupleyJinny Sims, Minister of Citizens’ Services, details how the provincial government’s $50-million grant will benefit rural and Indigenous communities through B.C.
by Kyle BornStetski called on the government to substantially increase its investment in rural connectivity in the 2019 budget saying, “rural Canadians deserve no less.”
Innov8 Digital Solutions Inc. is B.C.’s largest independently owned and operated office equipment sales and service organization
A geospatial analyst for Nelson’s Harrier Aerial Surveys, Landry is part of a team that provides high-precision surveying
In Castlegar, the seeds of economic development, career inspiration and opportunity are planted early and deep.
by Marie MilnerThe new Chevrolet Bolt is 100 per cent electric and the estimated cost for operating the vehicle annually is less than $500.
Selkirk College hosted a demonstration day that put focus on the latest tools used for geospatial data collection.
The economic recovery in Canal Flats presents exciting opportunities to shape the future of the village and the Columbia Valley.
by Marie MilnerUsing Green Road innovative technology, HIPAR roads cost less, last the same amount of time and reduce our carbon footprint by more than 50 per cent.
Thoughtexchange has evolved into a two-way experience platform used by millions of people across many industries.
Pacific Insight will move their production to a company-built facility in Monterrey, Mexico