Recent News
December 22nd, 2011
Annual Revenue of the Kootenays' Largest Ski Resorts
There is an expected $80.6 million estimated annual skier revenue at ski resorts in the... Read More
December 2nd, 2011
IK events in Balfour and Nelson December 13
Nelson and Area Economic
Development Partnership hosts
Invest Kootenay Events Dec 13th
... Read More
October 6th, 2011
Invest Kootenay has a new Regional Coordinator
We are pleased to announce that we have finalized a service contract with Schaun Goodeve,... Read More
October 5th, 2011
Disney chooses Fernie to shoot new movie
Disney’s latest movie is shooting this fall in Fernie and stars adorable puppies playing... Read More
August 23rd, 2011
A new Chamber of Commerce Manager for Sparwood
His office window faces the world’s largest dump truck–a reminder of where he is and his... Read More
August 23rd, 2011
Chamber of Mines going deep with education
The East Kootenay Chamber of Mines is hosting over 200 delegates for the 7th Annual... Read More
June 30th, 2011
BC Hydro awards $40 million contract for dam upgrade
BC Hydro has awarded Peter Kiewit Infrastructure Co. a $40 million contract to upgrade... Read More
June 1st, 2011
First Ever Kootenay i-Tech Trade Show and Luncheon a Big Success
The first ever Kootenay i-Tech tradeshow and luncheon was held on Wednesday in Nelson and... Read More
May 9th, 2011
West Kootenay: BC's New Tech Hot-Spot
Technology and innovation are thriving in West Kootenay, and word is getting out about... Read More
May 7th, 2011
Kootenay I-Tech Luncheon and Trade Show May 25 & 26
Don't miss the first ever -- KOOTENAY I-TECH LUNCHEON AND TRADE SHOW. NELSON AND... Read More
May 3rd, 2011
Discover Castlegar's 'Culture at the Confluence'
In 2006 a Castlegar Cultural Scan was completed for the Castlegar Area. This initiative... Read More
March 8th, 2011
Open Angel Forum in Vancouver
March 15 is next screening deadline for companies to present at 29th Angel Forum -... Read More
March 1st, 2011
Invest Kootenay and KAST host 24 Hour WebDev Showdown
Time: March 11, 2011 - 04:00 - March 12, 2011 - 04:00
Get the coffee brewing! Tech... Read More
February 23rd, 2011
"Strategies of International Business" workshop March 15
Ever wondered what it would take to sell your products and services in international... Read More
February 9th, 2011
Look for the Sweet Spot
Fernie is Building a Monument to its Mining Heritage
The history of Fernie begins with... Read More
February 9th, 2011
A Centre of Excellence
Kimberley's New Conference and Athlete Training Centre Grand Opening Offers Moments of... Read More
December 10th, 2010
Invest Kootenay Seeks Governance Consultant
Request for Qualifications
Consultants to facilitate the development of a new... Read More
September 17th, 2010
Embracing New Practices
The municipality of Elkford is still a mining community but is diversifying and becoming... Read More
September 16th, 2010
Simply Living
Modern pre-fabricated homes showcased at Kootenay Lake Village Development.
Less is... Read More
June 10th, 2010
Making Green Choices
The new Crawford Bay school is paving the way for a green future
Story by: Kali Love
... Read More
June 10th, 2010
It's About Community
Golden’s mayor, Chistina Benty, gives a tour of the town that she says is guided by a... Read More
June 9th, 2010
Construction moves forward in Fairmont
Homeowners build equity at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort with DIY options
Following a... Read More
June 9th, 2010
Creston's Standout Facility
The new, nearly completed entrance to the Creston & District Community Complex (CDCC) is... Read More
February 11th, 2010
Southern Interior Innovation Fund Lauched to Benefit the Region
The Board of Directors of the Southern Interior Innovation Fund (VCC) announced an... Read More
November 18th, 2009
A Burning Hot Business ... Really!
Edmond Kodzo Alonyo Segbeaya, or more commonly known around the east and west Kootenays... Read More
August 21st, 2009
Survival Tips in Today's Economy
Are you suffering from “recession depression?” Business owners in the Kootenays, like... Read More
August 21st, 2009
Nelson Bucks Small Community Trend
According to the Nelson and Area New Resident Survey, 255 new families (representing 571... Read More
March 24th, 2009
New Developments Are Moving Castlegar Forward
According to Castlegar’s Director of Development Services, Phil Markin, Castlegar’s... Read More
March 23rd, 2009
Springer Creek Completes Energy Efficient Upgrades
With FortisBC as a partner, Springer Creek Forest Products recently upgraded its lumber... Read More
December 22nd, 2008
Diversification is the Key to Success
The Grand Forks Community Looks Beyond Forestry for Survival
According to Jennifer... Read More
November 17th, 2008
Nothing's Faster Than Fibre
A new fibre optic network based in Radium Hot Springs will offer cutting-edge Internet... Read More
August 8th, 2008
Going Underground
Fernie may be the site of a new underground coal mine.
Rio Tinto is looking to expand... Read More
April 17th, 2008
A New Connection
Delta Airlines and FLY YXC Strike a Deal
The most recent Cranbrook & District Chamber... Read More
March 15th, 2008
Billion Dollar Resort Takes Off in Revelstoke
Helicopters, cats, high-speed lifts and North America's longest skiable vertical?Revelsto... Read More
January 10th, 2008
A Howling Success: The Coyote Creek gypsum project may prove to be a gold mine
When Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. acquired Coyote Creek, a 1,300-hectare property 50... Read More
December 15th, 2007
Grand Forks is Attracting Residents
Growth has become a major factor within the city of Grand Forks. With the increase in... Read More
December 15th, 2007
Kootenay Real Estate Reaches New Heights
Third quarter MLS? real estate transaction statistics echo previous reports of firsts... Read More
November 15th, 2007
The Creston Valley Has Prospered Over the Past Year
Last year the Creston Valley experienced an increase in residential development as three... Read More
October 15th, 2007
Changes at Red Mountain Resort
Growth and development are hoped to boost resort?s global image. With the word ?Mountain?... Read More
July 9th, 2007
Bringing in the golf champions
PGA champion Fred Couples is lending his name to the area
PGA champion Fred Couples... Read More
March 14th, 2007
New Resort Will Bring Opportunity
Revelstoke will soon be home to the world's longest skiable vertical. Progress at... Read More
December 22nd, 2011
Kootenay Lake Development
Here are some updates on the eastern shore of Kootenay Lake:
Dustin and Sarah Green... Read More
December 2nd, 2011
Canfor to buy Tembec's BC lumber assets for $60 million
B.C.-based Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) is spending $60 million to buy Southern Interior B.C.... Read More
November 10th, 2011
Kootenay Business' Growing With Communications Technology
My Telecomm - Grow your business now with voice, internet, cloud, streaming & more –... Read More
October 11th, 2011
Networking in the East Kootenay November 2 - 4
Don't throw yourself out there without a plan. Begin with the end in mind.
Whether... Read More
October 6th, 2011
The Gold in Griz
If you are familiar with the popular baseball movie Field of Dreams, then you are aware... Read More
July 28th, 2011
Pacific Insight one of BC's Top Tech Companies
Business in Vancouver (BIV) recently published their new edition of the B.C. Tech... Read More
July 28th, 2011
Get a Pizza the Action
Loaf Bakery, Café & Pizzeria in Fernie has a new head chef—Billy Woodford. Woodford... Read More
June 30th, 2011
Kootenay Savings in Castlegar near completion
Castlegar is definitely seeing a mini construction boom these days. Projects include the... Read More
June 30th, 2011
A sunny outlook in Invermere
Go to the community greenhouse in Invermere on a fall or spring day, and you'll find... Read More
May 4th, 2011
ROCA - MAX molybdenum mineral mine production schedule
In addition to rehabilitation and general maintenance at the site of Roca Mines located... Read More
January 24th, 2011
The green energy is now flowing
Just north of Castlegar lies the Zellstoff Celgar Pulp Mill; with its workforce of more... Read More
January 24th, 2011
Green Roads Recycling - a red hot, green road ecopaver
More than 20 years ago, Skip Stothert came to the realization that recycling roads was... Read More
September 17th, 2010
Feel at Home in the Alpine
This cozy B&B offers personalized service and a European-style coffee house.
Tucked... Read More
August 19th, 2010
Equine Excellence
Dr. Anne Starr and her husband, Brian Rehwald, own Valhalla Andalusians—a company that... Read More
August 19th, 2010
The art of running a good business
When Art Stavenjord, now the CFO of Unifab Industries Ltd., first moved to Grand Forks,... Read More
June 10th, 2010
Carolyn Doyle in Fernie
The first task of any entrepreneur is to recognize a niche that needs to be filled; the... Read More
June 9th, 2010
Thomas Klumpp in Creston
Famous Fritz Meats & Deli has brought Old World flavours and quality to the tables of... Read More
June 9th, 2010
John Eckland in Kaslo
John Eckland is making history new again with the reconstruction of the landmark Kaslo... Read More
June 5th, 2010
Elinor Florence in Invermere
Florence is a journalist who has written for some of the most prestigious newspapers in... Read More
June 5th, 2010
Mike Elliot in Grand Forks
Mike Elliott, owner of Kettle River Canoes, loves his work
There can be no doubt that... Read More
June 5th, 2010
The Kriklands In Revelstoke
This team’s passion for excellent service beyond the expectations of their guests is... Read More
June 5th, 2010
Bruce Robertson in Sparwood
“Busy is relative, but we’re a diverse shop,” said Robertson. “We deal with the passenger... Read More
May 9th, 2010
Chad Jensen in Cranbrook
For over 30 years, New Dawn Developments has been at home in the Kootenays
In 2009,... Read More
May 9th, 2010
Shelley Adams in Nelson
Shelley Adams has become a bestselling author of the Whitewater Cooks series
Adams was... Read More
May 9th, 2010
The Tsanulas in Golden
Cathy and Nico Tsanulas were able to realize a dream recently when they purchased the... Read More
February 16th, 2010
Meeting Recreational Needs in Grand Forks
The health of the powersports industry depends on a variety of factors, including weather... Read More
February 16th, 2010
The Business of Relationships
Judy Banfield is the owner of Mountain Baby, formerly Comfort & Joy, in Nelson—an... Read More
November 18th, 2009
A New Way to Tour Nakusp
The picturesque town of Nakusp creates an ideal atmosphere for a horse-drawn carriage... Read More
November 18th, 2009
Making Prosperity Happen
Nelson, B.C., resident Rik Logtenberg is an environmentalist with a mission. His aim: to... Read More
August 21st, 2009
Tigz Designs: Artistic Creations for all occasions
Long-time Creston resident Lori Cameron had always enjoyed the art of card making—so when... Read More
March 26th, 2009
Kaslo Business Voted Best in British Columbia
Pics Canada of Kaslo was given the Going Global award at the Small Business BC event held... Read More
March 24th, 2009
Nakusp: Small Town, Big Festival
Octopus Productions is the driving force behind the Nakusp Music Festival.
For three... Read More
January 24th, 2009
Two Rossland Physicians with Similar Ideas About Health and Beauty
Drs. Jane Grey and Stephanie Cameron operate one of the busiest medical spas—the Rossland... Read More
November 17th, 2008
Castlegar Toyota's New Building Caters to Customers' Needs
Castlegar Toyota’s new building of glass, wood and steel is bright, spacious and open.... Read More
August 17th, 2008
Building a Solid Foundation
A $1-billion expansion won't change Fairmont's character.
If there is one message... Read More
March 29th, 2008
Checkmarked: An inventive response for an emergency situation
A Nelson firefighter has developed a novel product that could soon be part of standard... Read More
January 15th, 2008
Meeting Recreational Needs: Staying on top of changing trends is the key
The health of the powersports industry depends on a variety of factors, including weather... Read More
November 15th, 2007
Healing From Tragedy with Quilts
Rita Crawford, founder of Kootenay Custom Quilting, refers to herself as a sewaholic with... Read More
July 9th, 2007
Building a successful mining company
British Columbia-based St. Eugene Mining Corporation Ltd. is seeing success in its... Read More
March 14th, 2007
Clearing the Air in Golden
A $2 million investment by Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Canada Ltd. in Golden is set to start... Read More
March 3rd, 2007
This City is Growing in Popularity
Over the last few years the city of Castlegar has begun to develop into more of a... Read More
