FEBRUARY 19

Nelson shopping centre to be revamped

READY TO EXPAND: Nelson’s Chahko-Mika mall will be redeveloped to accommodate some new retail outlets.

Chahko-Mika shopping centre in Nelson is about to undergo a major renovation and redvelopment as it prepares to welcome some new major tenants. New owners Westbild Holdings plan to invest several million dollars into the retail shopping centre.

The mall already has Wal-Mart and Save-on-Foods as well as Shoppers Drug Mart as key tenants. The redevelopment of the mall will make room for a larger, newer Mark’s Work Warehouse store.

The Chahko-Mika mall might be Canada’s only waterfront shopping centre, as it is located on the shores of Kootenay Lake.

Plans for completion are for the summer of 2008.

FEBRUARY 18

Nelson’s Amber Bay Condo taking shape

IN PROGRESS: The new 40 unit condo complex is slated for completion the fall of 2008

The overhead crane was busy on the construction site of the new Amber Bay Condos on Nelson’s waterfront as the new condominium structure is taking shape.

This is the second phase of development at Kootenay. The first phase of condominiums, called Silver Bay, were completed and sold out last year.

A show suite for the new Amber Bay condos is located at the Silver Bay complex.

The new 40 unit condo complex is slated for completion the fall of 2008 and has only seven units left for sale.

For more information, contact (250) 352-1196 or go to www.amberbaycondo.com.

FEBRUARY 15

CBT recognized for supporting heritage projects

ALL SMILES: Neil Muth, president and chief executive officer, Garry Merkel, chair of the board of directors, and Wally Penner, vice-president of community partnerships proudly display the Corporate Service Award the Columbia Basin Trust received from the British Columbia Museums Association.

The Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is pleased to receive the British Columbia Museums Association’s (BCMA) Corporate Service Award, which recognizes outstanding corporate contribution to the heritage sector.

“CBT is honoured to be recognized for the support we provide to heritage projects in the Basin,” says Garry Merkel, Chair of the CBT Board of Directors, who accepted the award at BCMA’s conference in the fall.

CBT was nominated by Tammy Hardwick, Manager of the Creston and District Museum and Archives, and Leah Best, Executive Director of Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History. Letters of support were also provided by museums in Revelstoke, Cranbrook, and by the Heritage Federation of Southeast BC.

FEBRUARY 14

New flight simulator has Selkirk students flying high

AIR TIME: Selkirk College chief flight instructor Ray Preston said the piece of high-tech equipment provides invaluable training to young pilots enrolled in the college's Aviation Professional Pilot program in Castlegar.

Thanks to the recent purchase of a French-made, state-of-the-art flight simulator, which replicates exactly the experience of piloting aircraft throughout North American airspace, Selkirk College aviation students are getting the essential skills that will help launch their high-flying careers.

"It is an excellent value for the money," Preston said. "The simulator has 180-plus degree field of view with a visual database that includes all the terrain and airports in North America. It also has all the features of a modern airliner, including a flight director, EFIS auto pilot and GPS navigation (also known as GNSS)."

FEBRUARY 13

Names in the biz news II

Valerie Coulthart, a registered massage therapist, has opened a self-named massage therapy clinic in Golden.

Restauranteur Dennis Munro has refurbished and renamed his restaurant located in the Prestige Inn in Nelson. The new dining establishment is called Frisco’s Steak and Fish House.

Erin Reid and Graham Holt have changed the name of their Invermere furniture store from Panache Furniture to The Natural Home.

FEBRUARY 12

Names in the biz news

Kitchener’s (east of Creston) John Kettle has been appointed chair of the Kootenay East Regional Hospital District Board.

Connor Stewart, manager of Cranbrook’s Staples store, is the new president of the Cranbrook and District Chamber of Commerce. Bruce Hrycuik, from the CGA accounting firm Hryciuk Gallinger, is the Chamber’s new vice-president.

Calvin and Judy Germann have reopened their newly rebuilt restaurant called Break in Time Caffe. The eatery is located on Creston’s Canyon Street. The original café was consumed by fire several years ago.

FEBRUARY 11

College shares education through technology

GETTING THEIR EDUCATION: Some of the College of the Rockies CRIM 203 students during a video conference to Northern Lights College in Dawson Creek.

Criminal Law is a required course for most Criminology/Criminal Justice diplomas. The College of the Rockies offers this course in the second year of its Criminal Justice diploma program. Northern Lights College does not. Now, through a cooperative initiative, students in the Northern region of BC are able to take COTRs course through video conferencing.

"Video conferencing, as a form of instruction, has been around for many years but it is gaining in popularity and opens another way we can use technology to improve access to education," said COTR's Criminology/Criminal Justice Instructor, Carol Pakkala. "This pilot project could lead to future cooperative efforts between NLC and COTR for Criminology/Criminal Justice and other University Studies courses."

FEBRUARY 8

Prestigious, career-changing SFU
degree now possible at Selkirk College

A SMART MOVE: After earning a Bachelor of General Studies degree in just three short years at Selkirk College, Lori Woodhouse managed to improve her career while putting to rest any doubt she had about completing her post-secondary education.

Earning a Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) degree right here in the Kootenays has never been more accessible, uplifting and transformative, both personally and professionally.

This month, Selkirk College is readying itself for another cohort, or group, of mid-career adult learners with at least 10 years of work experience and some college education to join the program, which is being offered in partnership with Simon Fraser University.

FEBRUARY 7

Toyota bound for Columbia

After seven years at its current location, 713 17 St., the crew at Castlegar Toyota are collecting tenders for their new lot, to be located between the old Shoppers Drug Mart and Glacier Honda.

"We are going to be right on Columbia," said Castlegar Toyota dealer principal Craig Kalawsky. "We outgrew it (the current lot) a lot quicker than we thought."

Kalawsky said the new, 16,200 square-foot, two-storey facility will triple the size of the current lot.

While the new facility must incorporate some of Toyota's guidelines, Kalawsky said Castlegar Toyota will be able to make this facility its own.

Source: Black Press

FEBRUARY 6

Nelson District Credit Union donates $10,000 to Selkirk College

GIVING BACK: Smith has lived, worked and played in the Canadian Rockies for more than 35 years. Prior to entering the Real Estate Profession he was involved in the Hospitality Industry for many years.

Barry Auliffe, director of Communications and Development for Selkirk College, received a cheque for $10,000 from Allan Turberfield, East Shore Community Branch Manager and Investment Fund Advisor with Nelson & District Credit Union’s wholly owned wealth management subsidiary, Allard Insurance Agencies.

“To have great ambition or an ultimate goal is the essence of the Aspire Scholarship," said Turberfield. “And our commitment to Selkirk College is just one of the ways the credit union continues to add to its legacy of helping post-secondary students reach their goals and remain in the vital West Kootenay region.”

The Nelson & District Credit Union Aspire Scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student next September.

FEBRUARY 5

MLS® sales have strong economic impact

A recent study by Clayton Research indicates secondary spending from BC residential MLS® sales contributed more than $4 billion to the provincial economy between 2004 and 2006.

• Real estate is among the top five sectors in the provincial economy.

• Economic impact of Home Sales. Real estate purchases and sales translate into additional consumer spending, which drive the economy. A recent study by Clayton Research Associates Limited for the Canadian Real Estate Association estimated the average BC home sold on the MLS® in 2005 triggered $40,450 in additional spending, including legal fees, property appraisals, moving expenses, utility connections, home renovations, furniture and appliance purchases and taxes—all of which fuel the economy.

• Based on that figure, between 2004 and 2006 MLS® home sales in BC generated over $4 billion in related spending and created 39,115 jobs.

• In 2007 MLS® homes sales within the Kootenay Real Estate Board have generated
over $130 million in related spending.

FEBRUARY 4

2007 MLS® Dollar Volume beats the billion mark!

MLS® Dollar Volume of all sales processed through the Kootenay Real Estate Board broke through the billion dollar barrier for the first time ever exceeding $1.13 Billion Dollars in 2007. The $1.13 Billion figure from 2007 represents a 34% increase over the total value of all MLS® Sales in 2006 of $842 Million dollars.

Kootenay Real Estate Board President Andrew Smith says: “REALTORS® in the Kootenay’s expected that the dollar volume would reach these levels due to the market increases of the last few years, but I’m sure more than a few of our real estate professionals are surprised at the speed of which we hit this new benchmark.”

When asked to comment on what residents of the Kootenays should expect for their real estate markets in 2008 President Andrew Smith had this to say: “All indications are that our real estate markets should be heading towards more balance in 2008.

Recent past markets have favoured sellers. Industry experts indicate that the markets will level to favour neither the buyer or the seller.”

FEBRUARY 1

Unveiling the Fairmont Master Plan

Would you like a glimpse into the future? Then you will want to attend the upcoming Resort Master Plan Open House which will unveil the future plans of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. The open house is slated for Wednesday, February 6th, 7:00 pm at the Fairmont Lodge in the Cedar Room.

This will be the first opportunity for the general public and the business community to view the future plans of Ken Fowler Enterprises for the transformation of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Ken Fowler Enterprises (KFE) acquired Fairmont Hot Spring Resort in 2006. KFE is the parent of Sir Corporation, the restaurant company that controls the Earls and Joey Tomatoes chains, as well as controlling large real estate holding in Ontario. The company posted revenues in excess of $1 billion last year.

JANUARY 31

Columbia Basin Trust announces
Youth Advisory Commitee members

Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is pleased to announce this year’s Youth Advisory Committee members. The committee consists of community-minded volunteers between the ages of 15-29 who meet every two months to adjudicate grants, develop and review programs, and increase their leadership capacity.

This year’s CBT Youth Advisory Committee members are:
Jess Daniels, Kimberley
Tanisha Falat, Fernie
Adam Ferch, Castlegar
Brittany Jones, Golden
Melissa Koftinoff, Nakusp
Kim Lipscombe, Nelson
Liv Lundh, Ymir
Jordan Osiowy, Cranbrook
Tasha Repin, Castlegar
Victoria Simmerling, South Slocan
Erik Sin, Cranbrook
Carly Proudfoot, Grasmere

In 2008 the Youth Advisory Committee plans to launch a redesigned Scratch website and magazine, coordinate a 2008 Youth Forum, and implement youth engagement workshops throughout the Basin.

JANUARY

Name in the biz news

The partners and staff of BDO Dunwoody in Cranbrook are congratulating Ken Atwood on achieving his chartered accountancy designation. He is now a senior accountant at the firm.

The tenure of the new Cranbrook Economic Development Officer was short lived. Norma Stumborg who only took over the position a few months ago is not longer the City’s economic development officer. For undisclosed reasons she did not return to work after the holiday break.

John Sullivan is the new CEO of Kootenay Insurance Services (KIS). KIS is a recently formed partnership of the East Kootenay Community Credit Union in Cranbrook, Kootenay Savings based in Trail and the Nelson & District Credit Union. Sullivan is works out of the Nelson office.

JANUARY 29

Kootenay Real Estate board elects new president 2008

The Kootenay Real Estate Board is pleased to announce that Andrew
Smith of RE/MAX Invermere, Invermere has been elected as president for the year
2008.

Smith has been a Real Estate Licensee for the past 10 years originally starting his real estate career working in Alberta before moving to the Invermere Valley six
years ago.

Comments Smith on the reasons why he is passionate about his involvement in the real estate business. “I have sat on many boards in varying positions. But what I thoroughly enjoy is giving back to the community, working with the public and helping people in either buying or selling real estate.”

JANUARY 28

Ricky’s is back in town

With the opening of the new Ricky’s All-Day-Grill in Cranbrook, the popular Ricky’s restaurant chain returns to the Key City. The new restaurant is part of the total revamp of the new Econo Lodge on Cranbrook Street (formerly The Coach House Motor Inn).

The new Ricky’s All-Day-Grill is located on busy Cranbrook Street and is managed by general manager, Tammy Hopkins.

Currently Ricky’s has 60 locations spanning British Columbia to Ontario. Founded in 1960, Ricky’s originally launched as a pancake house and since the late 1970’s has evolved into a successful restaurant franchise featuring all-day menus.

The new Ricky’s in Cranbrook can be reached at 489-3511.

JANUARY 25

Phase 1 lot sales commence at Whiskey Jack Resort

Whiskey Jack Resort, the ambitious 640-plus acre development nestled in the heart of the picturesque Elk Valley, rang in the new year by initiating Phase 1 lot sales. The marquee attraction of this multi-faceted four-season resort is an 18-hole Fred Couples Signature golf course.

According to Frank Hughes, whose Royal LePage 4-Seasons Realty is handling sales for the Whiskey Jack Resort Community, "The interest in Whiskey Jack has been growing significantly since our ground-breaking ceremony this past June, and there's quite a demand for premium residential and vacation property in the Elk Valley. I fully expect this first offering to sell very quickly."

JANUARY 24

Pacific Insight reports on fiscal year 2007

Fiscal 2007 was Pacific Insight’s 20th year in business. The company has grown from a two-person business with a single product to a respected designer and manufacturer in the transportation electronics industry.

Sales for the year dropped almost 13 per cent to $34 million as compared to sales of $39 million in the previous year. In 2007 North American OEM Truck production rates dropped by approximately 33 per cent compared to the record production rates in 2006. The Company generates about 65 per cent of its revenue from this market and related sales. Industry analysts had anticipated this drop in retail truck sales and OEM production; however, the magnitude of the decline was larger than had been expected.

To increase capacity, we have made a significant investment in production automation in our Nelson facility. In 2008, we intend to expand capacity and increase efficiency in the Nelson plant with further automation of our high volume production processes and with an improved facility layout.

JANUARY 23

Big News at RMPrint

Rocky Mountain Printers, a long established printing company based in Cranbrook is opening up a new marketing/communications division.

The division is to be called Domino Communications and will be headed up by well-known marketing person Greg Ringness. Ringness has operated his owned marketing firm called Rocky Mountain Media in the past and has also done work for Havaday Developments (Wildstone).

Rocky Mountain Printers has invested heavily in new presses and back-end equipment and owner Don Wik now believes it is time to concentrate on the sales and marketing side of the business, thus the creation of Domino Communications.

Though Domino Communications will not be officially up and running until February more info can be obtained by calling Greg Ringness at 426-3032.

JANUARY 22

Interfor receives court approval to proceed
with acquisition of Pope & Talbot sawmills

International Forest Products Limited (“Interfor” or the “Company”) (TSX: IFP.A) announced today it has received Bankruptcy Court approval in Canada and the U.S. to proceed with the acquisition of three Pope & Talbot (“P&T”) sawmills and related timber tenures for $US69 million plus working capital.

The transaction has also been approved by the Canadian Competition Bureau and U.S. anti-trust authorities. Completion of the transaction remains conditional upon certain other regulatory approvals which are expected to be in hand by the end of March 2008.

Interfor also announced that it had reached agreement to sell the Spearfish, South Dakota sawmill, being acquired as part of the P&T transaction, to Neiman Enterprises, Inc., a family-owned company based in Hulett, Wyoming. The sale of the Spearfish sawmill will close concurrently with the P&T transaction. Interfor will receive approximately US$14 million plus working capital from the Spearfish sale.

JANUARY 21

Molybdenite concentrate shipments commence

Roca Mines Inc. (ROK: TSX-V) ("Roca" or "the Company") announces that shipments of molybdenite concentrates have recently commenced from its MAX Molybdenum mine, located 60 kilometres southeast of Revelstoke.

To date, shipments totaling 37,800 lbs. of contained molybdenum have been purchased by Derek Raphael and Co., a UK-based molybdenite concentrate trading company, through its North American representative, W.G. Cook Ltd. Payment for these shipments has also commenced to the Company's account.

Mill and concentrator operations at MAX are ramping up to capacity with the processing of stockpiled development material located adjacent to the mill facility. Once process optimization is completed, operations will continue utilizing direct feed ore-grade material from the underground mine. To date, the mill has attained approximately 94% availability. The concentrator has achieved recoveries up to 96.5 per cent, with average recoveries through startup of approximately 85% from the stockpiled material.

JANUARY 18

Nakusp ABE busier than ever in new centre

Selkirk College's Adult Basic Education (ABE) program in Nakusp completed its first fall semester in the new Nakusp Learning Centre with the highest enrolment in the program's 30-year history.

"We have seen a definite boost in ABE enrolment in Nakusp this year," said instructor Richard Allin, "and we attribute a lot of that to the new Learning Centre. It is so well-equipped and comfortable that people really seem to enjoy being here."

JANUARY 17

Hey coach!

David B. Savage, is a new business coach based in the Cranbrook area specializing in executive coaching, management consulting and conflict resolution.

David has long list of corporate achievements and credentials to draw on. He brings 32 years experience including success within negotiations, consultation, acquisitions, joint ventures, agreements, conflict management, operations, marketing, facilitation, coaching, mentoring and other matters to create shareholder and stakeholder value with a team of dedicated professionals.

His company is called Savage Management. Contact David Savage at 489 2323 or 403 466 5577 or go to www.savagemanage.com.

JANUARY 15

Bamboo core skis designed in the Kootenays

The new Boomtown Sports skis have arrived. They have a full bamboo core that is visible from the top and bottom and are totally unique and sustainable.

Bamboo is a grass that grows a foot a day and has a stronger tensile weight than steel for its weight. They should be almost indestructible. They look great, are light and have a great flex.

People that have tried them so far really like them. Designed by Boomtown’s owner Dale Arsenault and hand built where the bamboo comes from, China. The rest of the quality matter comes from Austria.

Boomtown’s own snowboards are now in and are called the Nirvana (for riding in heaven on earth)

They also have see through tops and bottoms so you can see the beautiful bamboo and maple core inside. They are also available on Boomtown’s web site at www.boomtownsports.com.

JANUARY 14

Kootenay Rockies set new bench-mark for media coverage

The Kootenay Rockies surpassed all expectations in media exposure during 2007. The region attracted over 4.5 million dollars in ‘earned media’ exposure during the year. That is a 35 per cent increase over 2006 and a new bench-mark for the Kootenay Rockies Tourism region.

The total circulation of publications that produced stories on the Kootenay Rockies in 2007 is over 35 million.

“Local, national and international press have beaten a path to the Kootenay Rockies over the past year,” said Manager of Trade & Media Relations, Bob Keating. “And with a new international airport, world class ski resort in Revelstoke and at least four new golf courses being built I can’t see it slowing down in 2008”.

The ‘earned media’ total represents print media that published stories on the Kootenay Rockies in 2007.

JANUARY 11

Former Kootenay Economic Development
officer hired by Venture Kamloops

Gail Scott has been hired to take the helm of Kamloops economic development agency and replace outgoing CEO, Jeff Putnam. Ms. Scott has been actively involved in public administration, community capacity building, strategic business planning and economic development for over 17 years. She currently resides in Victoria, BC and will be moving to Kamloops in February.

Ms. Scott has gained a wealth of experience in the economic development field working as a provincial economic development officer in the Kootenay region as well as a private consultant for 2010 Legacies Now, BC Olympic Games Secretariat and the Community Council of Greater Victoria. She most recently worked as part of a select team to develop the Province of BC’s climate action program, working for the Climate Change Secretariat in the Ministry of Transportation.

"Ms. Scott brings a broad range of experience and personal relationships within the economic development community, First Nations and the provincial government." said Chris Ortner, President of Venture Kamloops, "and we are confident her leadership qualities and solid industry experience will maintain Venture Kamloops position as a leading economic development agency in a very competitive marketplace."

JANUARY 10

Leask family makes large donation to college for awards

“I am in awe of your generosity,” said College of the Rockies Bursar Dianne Teslak when she received word that the Leask family planned on making a substantial donation for scholarships and awards to the College for its students. The donation is in the form of $10,000 in cash and 10,000 shares in Mansfield Minerals Inc., of which Gordon and John Michael Leask are executives.

The $1,000 John Andrew Leask Memorial Scholarship was established in 1983 and is awarded to a COTR student each year for scholastic and community achievement. The scholarship is generated from interest on the principal of the original donation. This new donation will enable the College to either increase the value of the current award or establish a new one.

The paperwork for the donation was completed on December 13, 2007 and Dr. Rubidge summed it all up with the statement that “this was indeed a wonderful Christmas gift to the College!”

JANUARY 9

On the fast track

Two-time Olympic speed skater Ingrid Liepa will be one of the featured speakers at the Rocky Mountain Lifestyle & Wellness Expo. Leipa, who is also a sustainability consultant, teacher, facilitator and former lawyer, has a lifelong interest in personal health and wellness.

“After being immersed in the pressures of sport at the highest levels, (I have) a keen understanding of what makes a winning mind and what it takes to create a balanced and healthy life,” said Liepa.

Liepa, who has been exploring the healing wisdom of indigenous cultures for the last eight years, will be speaking on how she has integrated her many life experiences to reach her personal potential, and how the lessons she has learned may benefit others.

JANUARY 8

Annika Sorenstam adds to big names in Kootenay Golf

First it was Greg Norman for the Blackstone Golf project in Fernie (Norman has since bowed out the Fernie project), then it was Gary Player for Wildstone development in Cranbrook, followed by Fred Couples for the Whiskey Jack development in Sparwood, Nick Faldo at the Wilderness Club in Eureka, Montana and now it’s the biggest name in the world of women’s golf, Annika Sorenstam, who is lending her name to a new golf development in Rossland.

The new Annika Sorenstam golf course development, which must receive city council approval, is slated to be built near the base of Red Mountain Resort in Rossland and is part of the development Howard Katkov’s master plan for his Red Mountain development.

The Red Mountain property would be Sorenstam's first course design in Canada and only her fourth overall as the former long time No. 1 player in women's golf transitions more into course architecture.

The Sorenstam course at Red Mountain would be the second major golf course project in Rossland. Redstone Resort is in the process of finishing up a reconstruction of a historic nine-hole course, turning it into an 18-hole resort layout that has 10 completely new holes. Prolific Canadian architect Les Furber is the lead designer at Redstone.

This would give Rossland two 18-hole courses and help transform the alpine town into a four-seasons resort with golfing the summer and skiing in the winter.

JANUARY 7

Riverside Golf Resort sold to Ken Fowler

After twenty years invested in designing and building one of the Kootenay’s first championship resort golf courses, owner and president, Don Seable has sold Riverside Golf Resort in Fairmont to Ken Fowler Enterprises.

Ken Fowler Enterprises (KFE) had previously acquired Fairmont Hot Spring Resort in 2006. KFE is the parent of Sir Corporation, the restaurant company that controls the Earls and Joey Tomatoes chains, as well as controlling large real estate holding in Ontario. The company posted revenues in excess of $1 billion last year.

Don and Carol Seable will retain Fairmont Riverside Golf Estates and continue with the current real estate development of phases four through six.

JANUARY 4

Grant Trower appointed to the
CBT Environment Advisory Commitee

ENVIRONMENTALIST: Since the mid 1970s, Grant has participated in over 40 community based government and environmental/conservation initiatives, working with organizations ranging from land and resource management planning to the Carmanah Wallbran Provincial Park.

The CBT Environment Advisory Committee is please to welcome newly appointed member, Grant Trower. Grant brings extensive knowledge of conservation and environmental issues within the Columbia Basin and a perspective on topics from the southwest, rural portion of the Basin.

Grant currently lives in Kaslo, B.C., and brings with him experience gained while residing in the Slocan Valley, Pemberton Valley, and Lardeau Valley. He has 27 years of experience with Forestry Silviculture and has owned his own carpentry business since 1974. He also owns and operates Grant’s Grow Me Organic, providing his customers with fresh organic potatoes, vegetables and eggs.

“I have a common sense approach to environmental issues and I believe that working within the CBT Environment Advisory Committee is an effective method for liaisons with residents and CBT,” says Grant.

JANUARY 3

Dining at the Red Tree Lodge

Winter has arrived and with it Fernie’s newest dining experience, the Red Tree Lodge. The restaurant opened its doors Sunday, December 16, 2007 and diners were there to tempt their taste buds on the international fare.

NONSTOP Ski & Snowboard, a family operated British company specializing in ski/snowboard instructor and improvement programs in Fernie purchased the Cedar Lodge in May 2007. Since then the hotel and restaurant has undergone an extensive refurbishment. The new restaurant is now complete and is serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

“It’s exciting to be able to offer a new dining location in Fernie and we’ve had a fantastic response to our new restaurant both by locals and visitors alike. The restaurant walls are decorated with inspiring artwork by numerous local artists, our menu and live cooking stations are proving a real hit and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, just how we hoped it would be,” said Rupert Taylor, Managing Director of NONSTOP Ski & Snowboard.

JANUARY 2

Fernie Mountain Spirits expands and welcomes a new manager

Conveniently located just off Highway 3 near Boston Pizza in Fernie, Fernie Mountain Spirits offers customers a wide variety of ice cold beer, new and old world wines, liquor and many other beverages.

The store has recently undergone expansion to make room for a larger, more varied inventory which allows new manager Julie Dube to offer more selection. Since taking
over day to day operations of the store, Julie has made it a priority to earn new customers.

“We listen to our customers and we respect their points of view” said Julie. "If we don’t carry the product you’re looking for just ask any one of our staff members and we’ll be
happy to order it for you."

Source: Fernie Chamber Newsletter