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The Bee BC Program has funding available to support bee health throughout the province.

The Happy Hills Farm in Rossland is growing super healthy food year-round

Despite some economic challenges in the Kootenay region, certain sectors are on the verge of booming

Local housing projects in the Kootenay region are helping to alleviate the lack of affordable housing in the area

24 projects from across the Kootenay region will receive funding from the Columbia Basin Trust PLAYS Capital Improvement Grant

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

What were the Top 4 Businesses of the Year as awarded by the West Kootenay chambers of commerce in 2019?

Local resident Stacey Brensrud brings a diverse background in the business community to her new position

Hedin Nelson-Chorney, owner of Tailout Brewing in Castlegar, B.C., has created a new community hangout

With 9 branches in the Kootenays, RHC Insurance is going wide by joining Hub International Insurance Brokers

Nikki Luxton, owner of Studio Bronze in Castlegar, B.C., provides tanning after work and on weekends

Kendra Johnston, president and CEO of AME, is optimistic about jobs, economy and reconciliation in 2020

BC Chamber of Commerce represents over 125 local chambers across the province, with a membership of over 36,000 small and medium-sized businesses

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

Daniel Messett, vice president and co-owner of Rest Assured Kootenay Floats in Castlegar, B.C., is looking to sail into the sunset

A new deal signed between Teck Resources Limited and Ridley Terminals Inc., will allow Teck to expand its steelmaking coal shipments to the B.C. coast

The Kootenay Columbia region saw 2020 property assessments increase across all municipalities, ranging from one to 11 per cent.

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

The Castlegar Sleep Centre provides patients with consultations and sleep diagnostic services

The Rural Evidence Review survey aims to better understand and provide rural health care planning in British Columbia

Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020 reflects our desire for a stable and dependable foundation

Revelstoke's Pulse Boot Lab and Ski Co. is stoked by worldwide interest in its revolutionary boot-fitting system

Anniversary year will focus on extensive public engagement and symposia as Trust renews strategic priorities

The Trail and District Chamber of Commerce handed out 11 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony

Three more West Kootenay communities have signed on to the EcoSociety’s 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign: Castlegar, Warfield and Kaslo

Understaffing at ski resorts and towns is a chronic problem and new website aims to help alleviate that shortage

A joint research study with the University of Calgary has confirmed that sourdough pasta can be part of a beneficial diet

The iconic Wait’s News in Nelson, B.C., moved but hasn’t changed its generous heart

The City of Castlegar is dedicated to sustainability and renewable energy generation

The Green Bag Company in Revelstoke, B.C., is creating upscale, upcycled bags of all sizes and shapes

The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce handed out 13 awards at its annual Business Excellence Awards ceremony.

Expect swift service from Alopex Couriers, named after the Arctic fox and expanding with more trucks in the Kootenays and a new warehouse in Castlegar

Her HQ is a unique women-centred co-working and personal growth space in downtown Castlegar

Gentry Konkin, owner of PNT Contracting in Castlegar, B.C., runs an award-winning business with his family

Leeza Zurwick, owner of Happy Gut in Castlegar, B.C., will be on CBC’s Dragons’ Den on November 21, 2019

Shade Sails Canada is making waves and lots of shade sails in Revelstoke

Fenix Advanced Materials will grow the newest and coolest semiconductor

We don't have it too bad - a look into the work-life balance around the world

After 34 years of publishing, the final print edition of Kootenay Business was distributed as we switch to digital delivery.

Since opening in June, the store has had very good food traffic in its downtown corner location

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

Who were the winners of the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce annual Business Excellence Awards in 2019?

Columbia Basin Trust contributes $800,000 for purchase of recreational land in Crawford Bay

In the Kootenays, members of the Interior Lumber Manufacturers’ Association are working hard to diversify their products and markets

14 awards were handed out during the 2019 Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards

Annual revenues for Columbia Basin Trust totalled $71.9 million in 2018/19

For an electric vehicle owner, at-home charging is now more accessible than ever thanks to rebates from the Province of BC, FortisBC and BCHydro

The fourth generation keeps Kalesnikoff Lumber Company a proud and successful enterprise with its forward-thinking approach to forestry

This summer, an enthusiastic group of youth gave a helping hand in the Basin, improving the condition of several high-use locations

ShiftintoWinter.ca provides free tips and resources on how to stay safe in different driving conditions