"We came for the business. We didn't realize what a bonus the community would be for us, our families, and our clients. It has become a big part of the draw."
- Jeff Pensiero, Baldface Lodge, investor
"Offering tremendous opportunity without sacrificing living or lifestyle, the Kootenay region offers everyone that balance. Enjoy both work and play!”
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Brian Baker, Creston Valley Development Authority
"The move to this vibrant mountain community has proven more successful than we ever expected, reducing overhead and living costs while rewarding our employees with a combination of ‘big city’ career and unbeatable lifestyle. Our experience is that this unique situation pays dividends in the form of increased productivity and improved customer service, and ultimately makes life that much tougher for those who would compete with us. “
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Dr. David Paetkau, Wildlife Genetics International, investor
"The Kootenay region was very accommodating in pulling various aspects of the investment venture together."
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Colin May, Kootenay Centre Cinemas, investor
"There's a vibrancy, arts scene and a big city sophistication that you don't find in too many small cities. There's also a real sense of community and plenty of chances to get involved in making a real difference in the community."
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Brooke Leatherman, Dancing Bear Inn, investor
"The choice to relocate was made easy by the natural beauty of surrounding mountains and rivers."
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Rick Chmielewski, Acres International, Ltd., Investor
"The Kootenay region provides exceptional recreational opportunities and an ideal place to raise a family."
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Ron Ross, Emco Engineering, investor
"It has been demonstrated time and time again that the Kootenay regionis an ideal place in which to invest, offering a true balance between lifestyle and economic vitality."
- Roy Heuckendorff, Executive Director - Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce
"Small City - Big Community - Our friendly, welcoming neighborhoods and our clean, safe environment provide the perfect setting to start your new life. Centrally located and perfectly situated for trade movement. Welcome Home!"
- Audrey Maxwell-Polovnikoff, Executive Director -, Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce
"The Kootenay region offers a number of exciting investment and recreational opportunities."
- Jim Gustafson, City Administrator, City of Castlegar
"The Kootenay region is a great place to live, to learn & to work. The combination of the high quality living & rich learning opportunities make working in the community all that much better."
- Mike Stolte, Centre for Innovative & Entrepreneurial Leadership
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