Kootenay Business online magazine

Developments » Concrete—there’s more to it than meets the feet

Kootenay Business writer Glynis Fediuk learned about the possibilities of concrete, thanks to Bart Bjorkman and Alison Miller of Legend Rock

Kootenay Communities

Golden » It’s about community

Golden's mayor, Christina Benty, takes Kootenay Business on a tour of the town

Cranbrook » Sister act is back

Like a phoenix rises out of the ashes, so has the Cranbrook rock/pop band Lillix, with their latest album release.

Trail » The elements of education

The community of Trail hosted the International Zinc Association (IZA) 2010 Zinc College in May, 2010—the first time the event has been held in Canada.

Castlegar » Bridging across time

After years of work, community groups come together to celebrate the Brilliant Bridge reopening.

Cranbrook » US air service on hiatus at Canadian Rockies International Airport

Low passenger yields hindered the Fly YXC Alliance’s ability to raise funds locally in order to provide a revenue guarantee to Delta Air Lines for another winter service season.

Features

Developments » Concrete—there’s more to it than meets the feet

Kootenay Business writer Glynis Fediuk learned about the possibilities of concrete, thanks to Bart Bjorkman and Alison Miller of Legend Rock

Developments » A dream becomes reality

The Christina Living Arts Centre is a standout facility in Christina Lake, performing double duty as both an art gallery and visitor centre.

Tourism » Mapping a route to success

A brother duo from Trail has released their established mapping guidebooks on a GPS platform.

Mining » Minerals South 2010 in planning stages

The Minerals South 2010 conference will bring together members of the mining and exploration sector in the Kootenay region.

Tourism » Bull riding, Disneyland and beating Big Mama

I spent the day riding class 4 rapids through some gorgeous Rocky Mountain scenery. Along the way, I went bull riding, visited Disneyland, hung around with Van Halen and was almost swept off my seat by Big Mama’s surprise.

Columns

Kootenay Insights » Smoother landings are on the way

Prime Minister Stephen Harper was in Cranbrook on August 10th to pay tribute to the longstanding Conservative MP of Kootenay-Columbia, Jim Abbott.

At Work » All sewed up

Tina Ihas, owner of Sugar Shack Quilting Co. Ltd. in Trail, B.C., likes to point out that her shop is about a lot more than just quilting.

Biz Edge » She’s a wrap artist

If you are looking for that special gift, Jayne Magri’s got you covered with It’s a Wrap! Specialty Gifts & Baskets, her home-based business in Wilmer.