Aiyana in traditional dress, standing beside a Ktunaxa Nations sign in front of the United Nations building
Education, First Nations

The woman who spoke Ktunaxa at the United Nations

Aiyana (Sa’tahtaki) Twigg brings Ktunaxa to the global stage while grounding her work in home and community

by Danielle Brost
Dana in front of the college
East Kootenay, Cranbrook, Education, First Nations

Shaping the future of reconciliation at College of the Rockies

Executive Director Dana Wesley is working to make systemic change part of campus culture.

by Danielle Brost
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Small Business

How to write a cold email that actually works in 6 steps

Writing effective cold emails that get a response is possible by following some easy-to-do steps

by Kerry Shellborn
Kids crouched on ground examining something with magnifying glass.
Business Beat, East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Education

First bilingual youth Science & Tech Program launched in Kootenays by KAST

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

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Seeking entrepreneurs

Do you know a successful business entrepreneur? We are always looking for innovative and noteworthy people to feature.

Cranbrook Farmers Market sign
Green Scene, East Kootenay, West Kootenay, Agriculture, Entertainment and Hospitality, Environment, Tourism

A love for local: Farmers market season across the Kootenays brings communities together

Local farmers markets help to increase food security and create sustainable communities—check out our list of markets across the Kootenays.

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Nov
6
West Kootenay, Nelson

Basin Food Summit & Expo

This annual food summit plays a critical role in fostering economic development.

Aerial view of Castlegar in autumn.
Business Beat, West Kootenay, Castlegar

Castlegar’s Economic Development Strategy requires feedback from residents

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

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Two business women at a meeting
Money Talk, Financial

Value your employees

Results from the Business Outlook Survey for British Columbia

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Melanie Pulla of Water Over Leaves in front of her counter
West Kootenay, Nelson, Cuisine, Small Business

Water Over Leaves creates space for wellness and connection in Nelson

Melanie Pulla’s venture brings a thoughtful mix of wellness, ritual, and product innovation to the Kootenays

by Danielle Brost
Fruitvale City Council
Green Scene, West Kootenay, Environment

10 West Kootenay governments have voted for 100% renewable energy by 2050

The 100% Renewable Kootenays campaign for clean energy, led by the West Kootenay EcoSociety, continues to grow, adding No. 10: Fruitvale

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