Community :: Invermere
Featured Invermere articles
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Extending the Alberta advantage
Invermere mayor Mark Shmigelsky believes the challenges of supporting the region’s shadow population are balanced by the benefit
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Striving to be a part of the community
Vista Del Lago is a resort development that will be situated on the shores of Lake Windermere on more than 12 acres of land behind the Eddie Mountain Arena in Invermere.
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Location, location, location
For Doug McIntosh, one of the partners in the Lake Windermere Pointe development in Invermere, the prime advantage of the recreational homesite is “location, location, location.”
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Cranbrook, BC
Explore the wonders at Island Lake Lodge
Secluded in the peaks of Canada's Kootenay Rockies, Island Lake Lodge and Spa sits on 7,000 acres of pristine wilderness, above a picturesque mountain lake surrounded by an old-growth forest.
Hiking trails begin at the doorstep of each lodge gaining you access to gentle walks and rocky mountain peaks. Our full-service mountain spa promises to relax and renew your senses. Acclaimed food and wine await you at the end of each day in our Ancient Timbers Dining Room.
This summer join us and experience British Columbia's ultimate retreat Island Lake Resort and Spa in the Rocky Mountains near Fernie, B.C.
Kimberley, BC
Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies
Occupying more than 1,250 acres, Forest Crowne is the largest master planned community in the area, which is bordered by the 2,300-acre Kimberley Nature Park, Mark Creek, Kimberley Municipal Golf Course—and will have connections to the Kimberley Alpine Resort and to Nordic Ski trails.
We have single family lots (phase 3) available to purchase to build your own dream home. For those who want to buy a finished home, Eagles Nest Homes offers one- and two-storey cottages with steep roof pitches, long covered porches, multi-paned windows, old fashioned details and the genuine neighbourly feeling of communities past. Imagine single family homes for under $300,000!
Cranbrook, BC
Making beautiful home furnishings affordable
At Ashley Furniture Home Store, we make beautiful home furnishings affordable. Because the Ashley Team controls all processes from design to delivery, we are able to reduce our costs and pass these savings on to our customers as exclusive Ashley Furniture Home Store pricing. We are locally owned and operated, so we have better insight into the needs and preferences of our customers at the local level. Additionally, many of our stores actively participate in charitable events that promote the enrichment of their communities. Most significantly, we are committed to you, our customer, and want to ensure you have an excellent experience each time you visit us.
Kimberley, BC
Kimberley’s Conference Centre, where our meetings are in the mountains
Kimberley is building a brand new, scenic Conference and Training Centre at the base of Kimberley Alpine Resort. The convenient location—only a four-hour drive to Calgary, Alberta, and a 20-minute drive to the airport terminal of the Canadian Rockies International Airport—will help make the centre a desirable location for meetings and conferences.
Construction is underway and the 24,000-square-foot centre will be completed in the fall of 2010. The centre can accommodate 350 people for banquets (500 theatre-style), and will provide a large pre-function area, four breakout rooms and advanced audio-visual capabilities.City Of Kimberley
Kimberley, BC
Mountain life at its finest
This is undeniably the perfect moment to select a home without compromise, one from which you can revel in the experiences of mountain life and benefit from the growth to come.
Encounter a spirit that combines owning the only new ski-in/ski-out residences in Kimberley’s mountain village, with the sublime luxuries of a future world-class spa and spectacular restaurant. Mountain Spirit Resort is surrounded by majestic golf courses, skiing terrain, and 100 kilometres of multi-use trails at the 1,800-acre Kimberley Nature Park.
Until December 19, 2009, you can take advantage of our promotional offer and save up to $94,000 on select ski-in/ski-out residences.-
Creston, BC
For business or pleasure, welcome to Creston
Creston is a town of approximately 5,000 people, located in the heart of the Kootenays. The town is nestled in an agricultural valley of rolling hills, fields and orchards, and is surrounded by the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges.
Creston winters are mild, and spring comes early to this rich valley. Kootenay Lake is right next door, and offers outstanding recreational opportunities.
The town is undergoing a five-year revitalization project that will make the downtown area more attractive and pedestrian-friendly. Creston is also proud to introduce the Community Futures program, the Chamber of Commerce and Creston Tourism, all in brand new locations. 
Radium, BC
A gateway to four-season adventure
Radium Hot Springs is located in BC, Canada, with many types of accommodations available—including motels, hotels, resorts, bed & breakfasts, cabins, condos, and RV campgrounds. Located on the "warm side of the Canadian Rockies," Radium Hot Springs is British Columbia's best mountain getaway village with unlimited outdoor activities, great dining, golfing, skiing, natural hot spring pools, and the most beautiful alpine scenery you can imagine. A short three-hour drive from Calgary, Alberta, at the south entrance of Kootenay National Park, this mountain village has something to please everyone’s tastes. Come stay with us, and play in our backyard!
Cranbrook, BC
Make it mediterranean
The Allegra restaurant makes Cranbrook proud with a relaxing atmosphere, and above all, top quality cuisine. Enjoy authentic Mediterranean dishes prepared by Swiss chef Thomas in his open kitchen, and allow our friendly staff to make you feel at home. We also cater events such as weddings, dinner parties, business luncheons and family events to name a few. Each dish is served with visual flair and meticulous attention to detail and quality, with a level of care that makes every service a culinary masterpiece. For a memorable fine dining experience, make Allegra your first choice.
Cranbrook, BC
At The Bedroom Furniture Galleries, the customer comes first - and we mean it! We offer a 60 day home comfort guarantee on everything we sell. If your not completely happy with you purchase let us know and we'll be glad to find you something else or refund your money.
We are the Kootenay's La-Z-Boy Gallery so we have every style available with a cutting edge design center. with thousands of leather and fabric choices you'll find exactly what your looking for to customize your space.
Cranbrook, BC
Committed to building the best
At Wales McLelland, we have built our reputation on all-encompassing service. We can manage the development of our clients' projects from inception and initial drawings to construction and handing over the keys. We are committed to building the best possible facility within the pre-defined criteria. Maintaining the balance of quality workmanship and exacting project management enables us to create top quality facilities, while controlling budgets and minimizing timelines through fast-track construction. With Wales McLelland there are no surprises. Clients are attended to by the same Wales McLelland representative throughout the duration of the project to ensure consistent, value-added and personalized service.
Invermere, BC
Invermere, BC
A world class property in the heart of the valley
Painted Ridge is a rare find and truly the last of its kind in the rockies. This beach front and view development has it all to offer. Just imagine being minutes from world class skiing, golfing, mountain climbing, hiking. You can literally walking out your front door and slip into beautiful Columbia Lake for a paddle in a canoe, a wake board or water ski, or maybe you step out your back door and take in some of the areas unbelievable mountain biking trails, or nature walks. We welcome you to view this truly amazing setting, and hopefully be a part of this remarkable lifestyle.
Richmond, BC
PHONE: 1-800-663-2872
Vital statistics
- Population :: 3,002
- Number of businesses :: 515
- Supporting industries :: Forestry, mining, tourism, construction, trades and services
Vital contacts
- District of Invermere :: www.invermere.net
- Mayor :: Gerry Taft
- Chamber of Commerce :: www.cvchamber.ca
- Executive director :: Heather Overy
- Phone :: 250-342-2844
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.
