Parks Canada is conducting a joint training exercise with BC Wildfire Service tomorrow, May 21, near Kootenay Crossing in Kootenay National Park. You may see…
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New council elected for ʔakisqnuk First Nation
The ʔakisqnuk First Nation has a new Chief Councillor and Council following yesterday’s election. A total of 161 ballots were cast with Donald (Mac) Sam…
Elk Valley Lions once again nourish Kikomun Run
Lions Club members from Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie and Sand Creek (Jaffray) served hotdogs, watermelon, juice and water to the hundreds of competitors at the annual…
Kootenay youth leading the way for strong communities
Building strong, resilient communities – one social enterprise at a time. That is the goal of some passionate young people, participating in the Innovate for…
Calculation error forces rescinding of DCC bylaw reading
On April 27, City of Cranbrook council gave three readings to the city’s proposed Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw No. 4245, 2026. Afterward, the city’s…
Local gymnast makes history earning spot on Team BC
Mila Sinclair, 14, of Cranbrook is set to compete at the 2026 Artistic Gymnastics Canadian Championships in Oshawa, Ontario, taking place May 25-29. Mila will be…
AFN advancing evidence-based water stewardship
ʔAkisq̓nuk First Nation (AFN) is continuing to advance a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to water stewardship on ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa, including Columbia Lake and Lake Windermere. As a…
Mosquito larvae treatment today in Kimberley
Helicopter mosquito larvae treatment is taking place today, Wednesday, May 20, as part of the City of Kimberley’s seasonal mosquito control program. You may see…
Elko Parks and Rec gives update on playground initiative
We’re thrilled to share that the Elko Parks and Recreation recreation space is officially moving ahead! Excavation is set to begin the last week of…
Kootenay Connect Priority Places
Seven years and $12.6 million invested Seven years, dozens of local organizations and specialists, and countless species helped — Kootenay Connect Priority Places has achieved…