10+ hour, 58+ min ago  (876+ words) The group behind a proposed indoor climbing hub in Creston believes the project could help address gaps in local recreation programming. Kootenay Holds Climbing and Wellness Society recently unveiled plans for a facility featuring a bouldering gym, children's play area…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago  (400+ words) British Columbia and Ottawa have reached a multi-billion-dollar funding agreement for housing and infrastructure in the province." Speaking in Vancouver on Thursday, Prime Minister Mark Carney said the province would match $1. 6 billion in federal funding over 10 years to lower development…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (709+ words) A newly formed non-profit organization wants to bring an indoor climbing gym and wellness hub to Creston. Representatives from Kootenay Holds Climbing and Wellness presented the idea to council Tuesday, outlining plans for a facility that would combine a bouldering…...

1+ week, 9+ hour ago  (181+ words) New entrepreneurs across the Kootenay-Boundary region can now access free one-on-one business support through the start-up business advisor service. Delivered by Community Futures Central Kootenay, the service helps entrepreneurs turn business ideas into sustainable careers by offering personalized business advice…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (138+ words) The Splash Park at Centennial Park in Creston will be closed during the installation of a new surface from Monday to Monday, June 15 to June 22." After years of use, and exceeding its lifespan the rubberized surface is no longer able…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (357+ words) The Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce is welcoming a new executive team following its annual general meeting last month. Amber Mc Gregor has taken over as president, succeeding Mel Joy, who led the organization through a period of growth and…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (348+ words) British Columbians can now take the knowledge test for a learner's licence online. The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) said Tuesday the online knowledge test is available for Class 5 to 8 driver's licences for passenger vehicles and motorcycles. Knowledge testing…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (461+ words) A Creston-based pilot project that converts forestry waste into a soil supplement has secured provincial funding. The B. C. government announced last week it is providing $182, 000 through its Rural Economic Diversification Program (REDIP) to the environmental organization Wildsight to support its Fire…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (539+ words) British Columbia has released a two-year action plan that aims to address systemic racism in the government. The plan includes 37 commitments ranging across jobs, health care, public safety and other core government ministries. Deputy Premier and Attorney General Niki Sharma…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (271+ words) Hunters can now apply for the 2026 limited-entry hunting draw, with new regulations affecting several hunting opportunities in the Kootenay region. The province said the draw helps manage wildlife populations and allocates hunting opportunities in areas where demand exceeds availability. Among…...