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The zip line course design will give riders spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, Columbia Lake and the adjacent Fairmont Hoodoos.

Seasons Property Care Ltd. is a new service for the convenience of Christina Lake property owners.

The Nakusp & District Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Centre is central to the community’s function.

Intrawest is a North American mountain resort and adventure company, delivering distinctive vacation and travel experiences to its customers.

Canal Flats is a new field of dreams for former Calgary entrepreneurs Kate McLean and Kelly Kask.

Accelerate Kootenay is a two-year $1.5-million project to install over 50 electric vehicle chargers along Highway 3

Christina Lake, B.C., runs on a compatible blend of conservationists, creative types and business people.

The SUPSquatch river tour ride is unique in Canada, as it is the first and only adventure tour being offered across the country.

A familiar name in Revelstoke, Meghan Tabor, has been appointed the new marketing manager at Tourism Revelstoke and the Revelstoke Accommodation Association.

Encouraging success in other tourism service providers is a smart move on the part of Tod Caton of Simply Kimberley.

A streamlined menu allows Smoking Waters Coffee Co. to focus on high quality fare.

Invermere’s Kanata Inn is the new and improved version of the former Super 8 motel, and the first Kanata in B.C.

The owner of Three Bars Guest & Cattle Ranch thrives on guiding his guests through exciting new experiences.

Like any outdoor sport, there’s a lot to learn about snowmobiling in the backcountry—and that’s where Andy and Shantelle Weir come in.

Once focused on forestry, Slocan is now evolving into an eco-tourism hot spot.

Kimberley, B.C., is taking its place among the elite of B.C.’s tourist destinations while retaining its small-town charm

Residents and visitors in Kaslo, B.C., enjoy a wealth of history, arts and culture, outdoor recreation and business opportunities.

Cranbrook’s “mountains of opportunity” slogan includes access to education, healthcare, culture, recreation and business success.

Both traditional and niche businesses can find a balanced, rewarding home in Golden, B.C.

Destination British Columbia works collaboratively with tourism stakeholders across the province to coordinate tourism marketing at all levels.

Revelstoke’s Black Tie Properties is looking at developing a massive new adventure park near Revelstoke, fronting the busy Trans-Canada Highway.

Castlegar is buzzing these days with the exciting prospect of building a new, ultra-modern Chamber of Commerce and visitors centre building.

“Our employer exhibitors find the Career Fair a valuable venue to recruit to their organization or business,” says Amy Byers, College Recruitment Specialist.

In Castlegar, collaboration is seen as a common-sense measure that leverages the resources of individuals and groups for maximum effect.

Adam Pomeroy and Rob Gretchen have opened a bike shop in Castlegar, B.C., and business is good.

“It’s a new year and we hope you put “travel more” on the top of your to-do list,” states Expedia.

As a people person, networker, relationship builder and idea guy, Fernie’s Andy Cohen uses his influence to benefit the East Kootenay region.

Krystal Wills, financial manager of the Canadian Rockies International Airport, presented an update on travel trends in 2016.

The 2017 Visitor Services Innovation Fund is being made available for current, full-status Visitor Services Network members.

Glass artist Katherine Russell chose to settle in Elkford because it offers the wilderness recreation she loves.

The owners of the new brewery are hoping to be operational by mid-2017.

Located in the Kimberley Underground Mining Railway Station, the display will feature ore and rock specimens as well as drill core from Sullivan mine.

With a surge in tourism travel, the hospitality sector is a dynamic and growing part of the Kootenay business community.

The largest shopping centre in the Kootenays, Tamarack Centre first opened in 1977.

Clear communication, inclusive participation, support and fun are keys to success for the Fernie Chamber of Commerce.

Bob Falle is a dedicated outdoor recreation and tourism professional on staff at Selkirk College for over 25 years.

With the online world at his fingertips, Seán McTernan left Ireland for Canada and established his digital business in Fernie.

Prestige Hotels and Resorts owns several properties in the Kootenays, including the Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort in Cranbrook.

The College of the Rockies Career and Job Fair will be in the school’s gymnasium March 8, 2017. Here are the exhibitors that will be on location.

The College of the Rockies Career and Job Fair is coming up. Prepare to apply by giving yourself a head start

Thom Tischik, Chair, and Deanne Steven, Vice-Chair of Kootenay Rockies Tourism will both be leaving for new positions.

Callan Senyk is capturing the Elk Valley’s snowmobiling scene with his new business, Throttle Ops Photography

Atlantis Antiques in Marysville and Phoenix Antiques in Cranbrook are the latest additions for Don Langvand, also owner of Dragon Antiques

The B&B@228 in Kimberley, B.C., gets lots of its business from its Airbnb listing

The Stemwinder Chalet at Kimberley’s ski hill offers luxury accommodation at a great price for groups of up to 16.

The non-profit organization called Silver King Skyride Development Association is made up of 6 local area residents.

Influential locals talk about their favourite things to do during winter in the Kootenays

Two Fernie videos are showcasing its rarest locations

Lori Tedrick with Travel Best Bets shares her own dream vacation ideas as well as some practical travel advice

Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure will continue to do further work on the community’s preferred option, which is to retain the terminal at Balfour.