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Wed, March 11, 2026

Kootenay Legends - The Creative Current

There is a current that runs beneath the surface of our lives – unseen, powerful and alive. In the Creston Valley, Jared Basil steps...

Tue, March 10, 2026

Kootenay Legends - Every Flavour Tells a Story

In the Kootenays, every flavour carries the story of the people and the place that inspire it. Chef Cory Chapman brings nearly 30 years...

Thu, March 5, 2026

Kootenay Legends - Hands that Shape the Expression

Some stories are not written in ink, but shaped in steel, woven in straw, and created using old skis and snowboards. They are told...

Wed, March 4, 2026

Kootenay Legends - Imagination in Motion

Meet Lisa Wood from Creston, a dynamic force where creativity meets community. As co-owner of a local craft brewery, she doesn’t just help bring...

Tue, March 3, 2026

Kootenay Legends - Spirit in Strength

Strength is often measured in medals and titles, but the truest strength is forged within. Kirsty Exner, from Rossland, rose to prominence on the...

Mon, March 2, 2026

Kootenay Legends - The Storytellers

Storytellers shape how we understand where we come from – and who we are. In the quiet ghost town of Sandon, Marsh Garrick Rice...

Thu, April 3, 2025

Kootenay Mountain Music Festivals

Engaging in the rhythm, you passionately dance to the resonating beats. As vibrant lights grace the crowd from above, tie-dyed shirts and lively beach...

Tue, April 1, 2025

Spring to It: Early Season Activities To Do in the Kootenays

Experience some of the best activities to do in the Kootenays this spring! Say goodbye to hibernation and indulge in our exquisite craft breweries,...

Thu, March 27, 2025

Cranbrook - Your Basecamp for the Kootenay Rockies

Cranbrook is your basecamp for adventure in the Kootenays. Renowned for a diverse offering of trails and premier golf courses all nestled within a...

Tue, March 25, 2025

Follow BC's Hidden Route - The Slocan Valley

It’s time for an escape along BC’s hidden route! The unbeaten path offers many remarkable hidden gems in the Kootenays on the road less...

Tue, March 18, 2025

Unleash your Spirit of Adventure in South Kootenay

Welcome to the South Kootenay – proudly showcasing the communities of Fruitvale, Montrose, Rossland, Trail, Warfield and Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, A &...

Tue, August 27, 2024

Castlegar, BC: Where Rivers and Adventures Meet

Experience the stunning fusion of the Columbia and Kootenay rivers in Castlegar. Poised strategically between two major international airports (Vancouver, BC and Calgary, AB),...

Wed, June 12, 2024

Hidden Gems Along Highway 3 in the Kootenays

Buckle up and prepare for a captivating journey following the Crowsnest, Highway 3 from the Lower Mainland to the Elk Valley, on BC’s Rainforest...

Wed, May 29, 2024

Our Vibrant Arts & Culture Scene

The vital arts and culture scene in the Kootenays is a treasure trove waiting to be uncovered! Dive deeper into the unique narratives woven...

Wed, April 10, 2024

Quirky Attractions Only Found in the Kootenays

Only in the Kootenays will you find some of the most unique, historic, cultural attractions found in the world! These fascinating gems hold the...

Tue, March 26, 2024

Sculpture Capital of Canada: Castlegar, BC

With a population that is 7,000 strong, the community of Castlegar harbours a deeply rooted desire to nurture burgeoning artists, all while encouraging enthusiasts...

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