Community :: Golden
Featured Golden articles
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A river runs through it
The provincial government’s Spirit Square program has inspired dozens of innovative designs that reflect the personality and natural surroundings of the individual community—and Golden is no exception
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Island living
Aaron and his wife, Petra Nott, have partnered with Julia Cundcliffe in the creation of Golden’s newest dining spot, Island Restaurant
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Nowhere to go but up
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort (KHMR) is seeing annual growth in its market share
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Quality is the name of the game at Canadian Timberframes
Kootenay Business caught up with the general manager of Canadian Timberframes Ltd. for a chat about the business, which is celebrating its 10th year of operation this year.
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Building a bridge for the future
The New Park Bridge along the Trans-Canada Highway in Kicking Horse Canyon has been completed ahead of schedule.
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Golden’s growth is led by tourism
Traditionally based in forestry and industry, Golden’s economic development has been taking a turn towards tourism and retail in the past few years.
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Moving forward into the future
The Town of Golden has made great strides to diversify its economy and increase its profile as a premier recreation destination for travellers from all over the world.
Key Golden contacts
Cranbrook, BC
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Richmond, BC
PHONE: 1-800-663-2872
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Golden, BC
Vital statistics
- Population :: 3,959
- Number of businesses :: 423 (180 in rural Golden)
- Supporting industries :: Forest products, rail industry
Vital contacts
- Town of Golden :: www.town.golden.bc.ca
- Mayor :: Christina Benty
- Golden Chamber of Commerce :: www.goldenchamber.bc.ca
- Phone :: 250.344.7125
- Golden Area Initiatives
- Phone :: 250.344.2420
Biz Blog :: Keith Powell
A regular report on newsworthy business developments in the Kootenays.
Kootenay Insights :: Tanya Laing Gahr
An inside look at the initiatives and developments that help shape Kootenay communities.
At Work :: Sandra Albers
One-on-one with some of the Kootenay’s business leaders.
Biz Edge :: Danielle Cameron
The faces behind Kootenay businesses.
