Webinars available to help spur economic development in BC communities
The BC government is rolling out three new webinars which will help residents learn about strategies, tools and resources available to help them to spur economic development in their communities. Building on the success of 15 previously offered ‘Economic Development Essentials for Local Leaders’ workshops, three free webinars are scheduled for September and October: Thursday, […]
Rossland named finalist in 2013 Open For Business awards
The Province has announced the 15 finalists for the 2013 Open for Business Awards, which recognize communities that support small business through local-government measures aligned with the BC Small Business Accord. The awards are issued by B.C.'s Small Business Roundtable, established in 2005 to be the voice for small business...
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Can you save money by setting up a private health services plan?
Do you own a small business corporation in Canada? Do you and your family receive wages from the corporation and have medical expenses? If the answer to both of these questions is yes, you may be eligible to pay less overall tax. What is a Private Health Services Plan (PHSP)? A PHSP is generally simple […]
Decision costs Bountiful leader nearly $150,000
The leader of polygamy community Bountiful, Winston Blackmore, has lost an appeal federal Tax Court that will cost nearly $150,000. Blackmore had appealed a tax assessment that concluded he understated his income by $1.8 million dollars during a period of six years. The Bountiful leader argued in court that an obscure section of tax law […]
BC Chambers of Commerce join litigation to stop 'draconian' policy of US border officials
The BC Chamber of Commerce has joined litigation filed in a U.S. court to push back against border measures that pose a serious risk for B.C. businesses and tourists. Currently, British Columbians heading to the U.S. for business or tourism purposes face a border regime that empowers border guards, at their own discretion and...
Feds commit more than $.75 million for Castlegar infrastructure
The West Kootenay Regional Airport is set to get more than $600,000 for runway maintenance equipment and systems, the Complex gets $100,000 for a new boiler and the Doukhobor Discovery Centre will receive more than $60,000 for renovations. The federal grant funding was announced at two separate events today, one at the airport...
ADVERTISING FEATURE: Deconstructing the business "What if ...?"
We all spend time as kids imagining how our lives might be when we grow up. And then we grow up and we find ourselves imagining what might happen if… In business, those daydreams can often turn into guessing games, red herrings and assumptive goose chases. But with some imagination and calculation, business owners can […]
ROSSLAND MARKET VENDOR FEATURE: Kootenay Spice
Dan and Shannon McIlmoyle are the owners and operators of this local Spice company. Coming from Rivervale, BC they bring you a huge selection of handmade spices, seasoning blends, balsamic reductions, bbq sauces and hot sauces (check out these awesome seasonings/rubs: Smoke Medley, Fish Rub, Kootenay Jerk, Herbs de Provence...and...
Columbia Power introduces new president and CEO
Columbia Power Corporation (Columbia Power) is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank Wszelaki as acting president and chief executive officer, effective Aug. 1. In his most recent role as Columbia Power’s Chief Operating Officer, Frank had full operational leadership responsibility for the company, directing the overall...
Slocan residents rally to clean fuel spill on their own
In the aftermath of the jet fuel spill into Lemon Creek and the Slocan River, residents brainstormed to create their own solutions for clean up as Executive Flight Centre, whose tanker spilled 33,000 liters of jet fuel into Lemon Creek on July 26, some feel is neglecting to fully clean up their mess. On Aug.12, residents...
