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Kootenay Legends - The Creative Current

March 11, 2026

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

Kootenay Legends - Every Flavour Tells a Story

March 10, 2026

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

Kootenay Legends - Hands that Shape the Expression

March 5, 2026

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

Kootenay Legends - Imagination in Motion

March 4, 2026

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 unique... Read More

Kootenay Legends - Spirit in Strength

March 3, 2026

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

Kootenay Legends - The Storytellers

March 2, 2026

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

Kootenay Mountain Music Festivals

April 3, 2025

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 balls... Read More

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

April 1, 2025

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

Cranbrook - Your Basecamp for the Kootenay Rockies

March 27, 2025

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

Follow BC's Hidden Route - The Slocan Valley

March 25, 2025

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 travelled.... Read More

Unleash your Spirit of Adventure in South Kootenay

March 18, 2025

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

Castlegar, BC: Where Rivers and Adventures Meet

August 27, 2024

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

Hidden Gems Along Highway 3 in the Kootenays

June 12, 2024

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 to... Read More

Our Vibrant Arts & Culture Scene

May 29, 2024

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

Quirky Attractions Only Found in the Kootenays

April 10, 2024

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

Sculpture Capital of Canada: Castlegar, BC

March 26, 2024

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 to... Read More

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