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The exterior view of the Kootenay's only self service visitor's centre
Creston, Nelson, Tourism Kootenay’s only self-service visitor’s centre having busy summer

People seem to like the concept of a self-service visitor centre.

Lloyd Ferguson, owner of Totem Travel in Trail, B.C., enjoys a ski outing.
Trail, Tourism Turning travel dreams into reality

Lloyd Ferguson, owner of Totem Travel, started by handwriting airline tickets for his father—39 years later he still loves the industry.

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Clubhouse at Greywolf Golf Course, Panorama Mountain Village, B.C.
Golden, Developments, Tourism Greywolf’s new clubhouse

The new clubhouse at Greywolf Golf Course will open before the end of the 2014 season, and will operate from Thursday to Sunday through the winter.

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The Bernasconi family of Golden, B.C.
Golden, Small Business, Tourism With passion at the heart

Aaron and Kim Bernasconi infuse their award-winning business in Golden, B.C., with pride and passion.

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Traffic circle in Golden, B.C.
Golden, Tourism Golden: investing to impress

Funds from the Province’s Resort Municipality Initiative will be used to make the attractions of Golden, B.C., more inviting and available.

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Paragliders and hang gliders take to the air near Golden, B.C.
Golden, Tourism Golden’s active skies

Thermal updrafts in the mountains and valleys around Golden, B.C., offer exciting recreational opportunities for foot-launched pilots.

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Stellar heliskiing snow-capped mountain
Kaslo, Tourism Stellar Heliskiing launches flashy new website

Kaslo-based Stellar Heliskiing unveiled their new website in mid-July.

Ken Fisher (right), first vice-chair of Kootenay Rockies Tourism, is seen here making a presentation to Norm and Joyce Mackie of Ainsworth Hot Springs several years ago
Radium Hot Springs, Tourism COO of Canadian Rockies Hot Springs retires

Ken Fisher has announced his retirement effective Friday, July 4th, 2014.

The hustle of people at the Kimberley's Farmers Market
Kimberley, Tourism Kimberley Farmers Market off to a great start

Howard Street is proving to be an ideal spot for the new Kimberley Farmers Market.

Wilderness Club
Tourism Eureka hosts first Cross Border Golf Tournament – meet Montana’s Lt. Governor

Eureka Rural Development Partners is hosting the first Cross Border Golf Tournament on July 25th and 26th.

long line of vehicles waiting at the border
Tourism Long wait times at Roosville border has state representative Mike Cuffe worried

Montana state representative serving Eureka and surrounding areas, has a dilemma on his hands.

Cranbrook's Elizabeth Lake Lodge exterior view
Cranbrook, Tourism Cranbrook’s Elizabeth Lake Lodge ranked #9 by TripAdvisor

Elizabeth Lake Lodge included in the Top 25 hotels in Canada for TripAdvisor's Best Service Category!

Bill and Lori Cameron, owner of Tigz Tea Hut in Creston, BC. Tea and gift store.
Creston, Cuisine, Retail, Small Business, Tourism A one-stop shop for quality tea and gifts

Next time you’re in Creston, make time to stop at Tigz Tea Hut, where you can browse from a selection of locally made gift items, high-quality teas and more.

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Sam Steele Days
Tourism Time capsule dedicated in Cranbrook

Local businesses helped make this Sam Steele Days project a reality.

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Photo of Maclean's magazine
Nelson, Tourism Nelson basks in the light of great Maclean’s exposure

City of Nelson and area received great exposure through a nice five page article and photo feature in the well-read magazine.

Eight adults stand on a rocky shore with water and mountains in the background
Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, Tourism Columbia Valley cultural tourism initiative

Communities in B.C.'s Columbia Valley are working together to promote cultural tourism and socio-economic health for their region.

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Flowers and lawn in foreground with Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Hotel in the background
Fairmont Hot Springs, Tourism Celebrating 50 years

Fifty years after it began as a 20-unit motel in 1964, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is a world-famous, world-class destination resort.

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Two people sitting in wooden lawn chairs overlooking a small lake, forest and mountains
Fernie, Tourism World famous in our own backyard

Hiking and fly-fishing enthusiasts, along with corporate and social event groups, keep Island Lake Lodge near Fernie, B.C., busy during the summer months.

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Anne Pigeon, (right) and Kirk Jensen pose for the Kootenay Business magazine article back in 2011.
Nelson, Tourism Anne Pigeon parts ways with Whitewater Resort

Twenty-four year veteran of the popular Whitewater Ski Resort near Nelson, Anne Pigeon is no longer with the company.

Ashley Hill, a housekeeper at Ainsworth Hot Springs Hotel.
Kaslo, Nelson, Tourism How to find great staff for the summer season

Hiring students studying in the tourism and resort management field has worked well for Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort.

by Colin Payne
Group photo of media department Kootenay Rockies Tourism
Tourism January and February busy with Kootenay Rockies Tourism press tours

January and February have been busy in the media department at Kootenay Rockies Tourism and we’ve had a number of exciting press trips throughout the region.

Red Mountain logo ad
Rossland, Tourism Beer Goggles 2014: The 1st Annual Craft Brew Festival at RED Mountain Resort

Beer Goggles is set to become one of the largest festivals of its kind in eastern B.C.

Photo of Hector Sandoval of Creston with his winning Rainbow Trout
Tourism Kootenay Lake Family Day Fishing Derby boosts winter tourism

Hector Sandoval of Creston won $10,000 with his winning Rainbow Trout.

CMH Director of Sustainability Dave Butler (center) with Penny Thompson, Manager of Environmental Sustainability for Air Canada (left), and David McClung, President of Baxter Travel Media (right)
Tourism CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures wins responsible travel and tourism forum leadership award

CMH Heli-Skiing and Summer Adventures was honoured with prestigious award.

Modern two-storey building with many large windows and brick trim, bearing a sign saying
Revelstoke, Tourism A new team headquarters

The visitor centre and economic development agencies in Revelstoke, B.C., are in a new home—still under one roof, but in a bigger and better location.

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A boy sits in the front of a canoe. He is wearing a life jacket and paddles through still, blue waters.
Environment, Tourism An international water treaty reviewed

The Columbia River Treaty affects flood protection, power generation, water management, ecology, and the area we call home—and now it’s up for review.

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Airplane at City of Trail airport
Trail, Developments, Tourism City of Trail buys airport for $1.28 million, will hire airport manager

City of Trail will be proceeding with the purchase of the Trail Regional Airport.

Skiers at the base of a ski run
Elkford, Tourism Happy 40th, Wapiti

Wapiti ski hill in Elkford, B.C., is 40 years old and looking at expansion and development into a year-round attraction.

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Duane and Linda Pilson present STARS foundation executive, Nafisa Taimuri with a cheque for over $2100
Fairmont Hot Springs, Health & Wellness, Tourism Cranbrook-based RVwest donates over $2,100 to STARS—bringing total to over $12,000 in all

This past September, Fairmont Hot Springs welcomed RVers from across western Canada for the 9th RVwest Rally

Tourism Accepting the challenge

Kathy Cooper, long-time team member at Kootenay Rockies Tourism, is the newly appointed CEO of the organization.

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Sam Samadar, GM of Kelowna International Airport (YLW); Jenelle Hynes, airport marketing and media relations, YLW, and Tristen Chernove, GM of Canadian Rockies International Airport, Cranbrook, B.C.
Cranbrook, Tourism Access to opportunity

Tristen Chernove, managing director at Canadian Rockies International Airport, applauds the new daily flight between Cranbrook and Kelowna, British Columbia.

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Photo panorama machinery
Tourism Panorama Resort brings out the big guns

New snow guns at Panorama Resort.

(L-R) Kevin Boothroyd, director of sales and marketing, and Spencer Smith, vice-president of commercial services for Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Cranbrook, Tourism Okanagan-Kootenay connection

Pacific Coastal Airlines now provides daily non-stop flights between Cranbrook and Kelowna, B.C.

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Photo Meet the new owner at Revelstoke’s Glacier House Resort, Daniel Kellie
Revelstoke, Tourism Meet the new owner at Revelstoke’s Glacier House Resort

Daniel Kellie, direct from Sydney, Australia is the new owner at Revelstoke’s Glacier House Resort.

A man and a boy fish from a canoe.
Environment, Tourism Recreational fishing conservation funding

The Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program is funding initiatives that help in the productivity and sustainability of recreational fishing.

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Photo Marsha Walden, new CEO
Financial, Tourism Destination British Columbia appoints Marsha Walden as first CEO

Marsha Walden appointed as Destination British Columbia's inaugural Chief Executive Officer.

Skier on a steep slope, with powder flying behind
Tourism Powder Highway welcomes the world

The Powder Highway website and the reach of social media have leveraged the attraction of B.C.'s Kootenay Rockies region as a snow-sport destination.

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Three men stand in the foreground, with a circular pool and two-storey mansion behind them
Cranbrook, Kimberley, Developments, Tourism Cherry Creek Estate, mainstreamed

Joe Hockley, Dennis Hockley and Jody McInnes have exciting plans for the elegant and luxurious Cherry Creek Estate near Cranbrook, B.C.

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Revelstoke, Tourism Terrain education

This adventure tourism program could teach new riders and tour guides all they need to know.

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Photo Fran Richards, Erik Kalacis, Deanne Stevens, Dianna Ducs, Anne Pigeon and Rebeckah Hornung accept the Best Community Tourism Initiative Award
Rossland, Tourism The best community tourism initiative

The Best Community Tourism Initiative – Winner Nelson/ Kootenay Lake Tourism, Red Mountain Resort, Tourism Rossland and Whitewater Resort

Mike McPhee and Darryn Shewchuk accept the Marketing Campaign of Year Award
Rossland, Tourism The Marketing Campaign of the Year – winner Island Lake Lodge and Mica Heli Skiing

Two new tourism awards were handed out at the recent Annual General Meeting of Kootenay Rockies Tourism held in Rossland.

Two men flank a poster with the slogan
Kimberley, Tourism Brand renewal for Kimberley, B.C.

From mining community to Bavarian City of the Rockies to “A good place to be,” Kimberley’s image is keeping up with the times.

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Man wearing casual business wear sits in a theatre seat with empty seats behind him
Cranbrook, Tourism Come to the show

As managing director of Cranbrook's Key City Theatre, Gerard Gibbs is formulating a plan to have a full house for every theatre performance.

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Photo of Steve Paccagnan, new president and CEO of Panorama Mountain Village, effective November 4, 2013
Tourism Panorama announces new president and CEO

Steve Paccagnan will join Panorama Mountain Village effective November 4, 2013 as the new president and CEO.

Photo of a group of people in Creston enjoying free evening of entertainment
Creston, Environment, Tourism All invited to free evening of entertainment in Creston

Columbia Basin Trust to host event celebrating local culture and entertainment Saturday, October 19, 2013, from 8 to 10:30 p.m., at Wynndel Hall in Creston.

Pacific coastal Saab 340 aircraft
Cranbrook, Tourism New service between Cranbrook (YXC) and Kelowna (YLW)

Effective Monday, November 18, 2013 Pacific Coastal Airlines announced the addition of a new regularly scheduled non-stop service between Cranbrook and Kelowna.

New-looking wooden pedestrian bridge supported by yellow strapping
Fairmont Hot Springs, Tourism Segue into autumn

Retiree golfers mix with up-and-coming hockey players during the shoulder season at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

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Young man stands in front of a wood-walled deck
Invermere, Financial, Tourism Investing in events

District of Invermere council wants to keep residents happy and involved in community events and activities.

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Tourism Update your maps

Backroad Mapbooks celebrates its 20th anniversary with an updated West Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Map.

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Golden, Tourism Stay and relax

Formerly known as the Winston Lodge and Saloon, Golden's Winston Lodge & Spa and the Kicking Horse Saloon have adopted more than just new monikers.

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