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Some had success, some didn’t, but these 9 brave Kootenay business people all faced down the Dragons’ Den

Nelson, B.C., is overflowing with sewists, thanks to the enthusiastic owners/teachers of the Nelson Stitch Lab

Laura Price, owner of Scout Clothing in Nelson, B.C., is showcasing how small retail shops can offer an excellent online shopping experience

Helping clients get fit from the comfort of their homes.

Unprecedented growth is forcing businesses to rework their business models

Downtown revitalization in Grand Forks, B.C., was led by a unique five-week initiative

The annual BC Business “Most Resilient Cities in 2021” list includes Nelson and Cranbrook

Ovry is a brand of affordable, high-quality pregnancy and ovulation tests available for online purchase.

Entrepreneur Chandler Lang has national aspirations for his Revelstoke Delivery platform

Amanda Mary, owner of Amanda Mary Creative in Nelson, B.C., uses her photography to help businesses build confidence in their brand

Here’s a new idea from Backwoods Sauna in Salmo, B.C.: A rental and mobile wood-fired sauna

Mike Irvine and Melissa Welsh, founders of Live It in Nelson, B.C., are delivering online programs, featuring stories that bring the natural world to life

Katie Yuris of All Pro Realty in Trail, B.C., won Business Person of the Year from the Trail and District Chamber of Commerce

It was an evening of online celebration and virtual toasts to the winners of the 2020 Trail Business Excellence Awards.

Zan Comerford, founder of Liteworks Marketing, has officially opened the doors to her brick and mortar boutique agency in downtown Nelson, B.C.

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

Dustin Gilchrist, director of operations at KYR Supply in Warfield, B.C., creates Kootenay-inspired outdoor apparel that is made in Canada

The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Excellence Awards, virtual-style, on November 7th

The BC Achievement Community Awards honour excellence and exceptional community service in communities across the province

KootenayBiz’s bimonthly eNewsletters keep you informed and inspired about business successes in your communities

Kayla Heddle nourishes West Kootenay customers with customized, plant-based meal prep services

Dan Nicholson and Jan McMurray, owners of The Valley Voice in New Denver, B.C., have faithfully contributed to the West Kootenay’s media diet for 17 years

Tammy Verigin-Burk, Castlegar Chamber executive director, highlights some accomplishments of 2020 and challenges moving into 2021

Michael Keefer, an exemplary entrepreneur, owns three green businesses in the Kootenays

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

Prestige Hotels and Resorts are business leaders with 7 “green” certifications from Sustainable Tourism 2030

A certification from Sustainable Tourism 2030 is good for people, the planet and profits

Castlegar is focused on attracting new investment and supporting and growing existing businesses

Sonya Pope, owner and instructor of Life Essentials First Aid in Nelson, B.C., is an ambassador for water safety and basic first aid skills

Eve Duke, business coach and founder of Selkirk Performance in Revelstoke, B.C., helps refine and align businesses

Lucas Jmieff, co-owner of Mountain Art Photo and Publishing in Nelson, B.C., specializes in landscape/adventure photography and canvas photo wall art

Three Kootenay regional districts recognized for Accelerate Kootenays initiative

The Forest Practices Board released a report that recommends better reforestation practices in B.C.’s dry fir forests, including less clearcutting

B.C.’s Forest Basket is featured in a new podcast series by the BC Interior Forestry Museum in Revelstoke, B.C.

The Columbia Basin Trust 2019/20 Annual Report shows over $97 million provided for the Basin region

Petri Raito, co-owner and COO of Rossland Beer Company, explains why locals choose to chill in their lounge

Celebrating Kootenay biodiversity, the GLOWS program is part of Science Literary Week 2020

A relocation concierge, CityScout offers personalized service to help make a move easier

Hire Smarter, Sell More: An interview with book author C. Lee Smith on hiring top sales staff

A community survey is being conducted to help develop a vision of Castlegar’s future

The key to coping with COVID-19 is kindness, says Valerie Semeniuk, owner of Kootenai Moon Furniture in Nelson.

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

Attorney Alan J. Burch in Nelson specializes in wills, and he’s seen an increase in demand during the pandemic

Mandi Lunan, food business coach, is bringing her expertise to the Kootenays in Warfield, B.C.

In partnership with business professionals, KAST is hosting a series of practical webinars designed to strengthen your web strategy.

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

Effective Friday, July 24, Category 2 & 3 fires will be prohibited across the Southeast Fire Centre region. This does not include campfires or cooking stoves.

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.

Jody Scott, co-owner of Valley of the Springs Winery in Nakusp, B.C., has created the Arrow Lake Valley’s first winery