Get the Competitive Advantage. Business in the Kootenays
At Imagine Kootenay we can’t stress enough how living and working in this extraordinary corner of the world is a dream come true. Breathtaking views, world-class recreation just outside your front door, and waking up to the freshest air available combined with small town friendliness and security all add up to a lifestyle truly enviable. […]
Get Your Medieval On!
With the popularity of medieval festivals in other parts of Canada, the United States and beyond, it should come as no surprise that the bug would hit here in the Koots! Combine the popularity of programs such as Game of Thrones, our Anglo roots and the widespread fascination with the medieval era and you’ve got […]
25th Anniversary of Kaslo Jazz Festival
It’s less than two weeks before the iconic and internationally lauded Kaslo Jazz Festival kicks off it’s 25th summer of offering the best in music festival the Kootenays, British Columbia and just about anywhere else has to offer! If you haven’t already, this is your summer to discover the Kaslo Jazz Festival As always this […]
GLOWS Joins Forces with Selkirk College
Opening the doors to the exploration of science for young people is the focus of the Growing Learning Opportunities With Science program that has been building momentum in our region over the years. The program has now moved into a partnership with Selkirk College where synergies will help continue the great work.
Imagine Kootenay Wins Top Honours for Marketing Innovation in BC
Imagine Kootenay (IK) was awarded the top honour for marketing and innovation in the province last week by the BC Economic Development Association. The IK partnership and imaginekootenay.ca/ website was recognized for their website and program branding work at the BC Economic Development Association Summit in Vancouver on June 15th, 2016. Imagine Kootenay competed as a regional program in the category of ‘populations over 20,000’ and was up against projects coming out of the lower mainland and other urban centres.
Fernie Company Making Cabins for Investors in the Glamping Market
Media Release~ The Little Cabin Company has been established in Fernie BC to manufacture little cabins targeting the glamping market. The unique cabins have been designed and built to current BC and Canadian National Building Code standards and are highly insulated to keep them warm in the winter but cool in the hot summer sun. […]
Coors Banquet One Horse Town Finalist: Kimberley!
In its second year hosting the One Horse Town contest, Coors Banquet has selected Kimberley among six other towns, finalists eligible to win a legendary country music concert experience. The entertainers featured are JUNO award winner Dean Brody, and fellow Canadian Country musicians Chad Brownlee and River Town Saints. In the inaugural run of the […]
Nelson & Kootenay Lake Event Calendar Launched
A new shared event calendar for the Nelson area has given residents and visitors an efficient way to find out what’s happening in the community.
New Billboard: Imagine Kootenay Increases Brand Profile!
Those of you living and traveling through the Columbia Valley may have already noticed the new addition to the promotional landscape, but for those of you who’ve yet to see it, Imagine Kootenay is in full colour and living large… to reflect the dreams of the many passers by! The Imagine Kootenay billboard has recently […]
Elk Valley Conference Aims to Attract Entrepreneurs to the Kootenays
The adVenture Capital Conference is designed to introduce entrepreneurs and prospective entrepreneurs to business opportunities in British Columbia’s Elk Valley.