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KTUNAXA NATION
BUSINESS
DIRECTORY March 2020
“As a Nation we are striving to achieve strong, healthy citizens and communities, speaking our languages and celebrating who we are and our history in our ancestral homelands, working together, managing our lands and resources within a self-sufficient, self-governing Nation”
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The Ktunaxa Nation Council Economic Sector is pleased
to provide you with a copy of the Ktunaxa Business
Directory. We hope that you find it useful and that you
will take advantage of the opportunity to do business
with the directory participants. Although we do our best
to include as many Ktunaxa businesses as possible in this
directory, please note that other Ktunaxa businesses may
exist that we are not aware of or who have chosen not to
list with this directory.
If you require further information, please feel free to
contact us at:
Ktunaxa Nation Council 7825 Mission Road – Cranbrook, BC – V1C7E5 Tel: (250) 489-2464 – Fax: (250) 489-2438 Email: [email protected]
Thank you
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Accommodations ........................................................................ 3
Artisans ....................................................................................... 7
Catering Services ........................................................................ 9
Child Care & Youth Services ...................................................... 10
Computer .................................................................................. 11
Consulting ................................................................................. 12
Contracting ............................................................................... 13
Cultural ..................................................................................... 16
Development Corporations ...................................................... 18
Entertainment .......................................................................... 24
Landscaping/Nursery ................................................................ 25
Personal & Health ..................................................................... 27
Recreation & Tourism ............................................................... 28
Retail ......................................................................................... 30
Services ..................................................................................... 32
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Accommodations
3609 Balfour-Kaslo-Galena Bay Hwy, Ainsworth Hot Springs, BC V0G 1A0 (250) 229-4212 Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort lies in the traditional home lands of the Ktunaxa people. Since time immemorial the Ktunaxa have utilized this site as a place for healing. The Yaq·an Nukiy (Lower Kootenay Band) bring a unique First Nation brand to the hospitality industry. We continue to strive for excellence in customer service & wish to make your stay as memorable as possible. The Hot Springs that are nestled into the mountain side along the shores of Kootenay Lake have been good medicine for many years. We invite you to visit soon and experience the power of nature. The Hotel at Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort offers comfortable accommodation with an array of room options and amenities that are designed to help you experience this historic site in an unforgettable way. Your stay at the resort includes access to the Hot Springs pools and cave providing multiple experiences to meet your family’s needs. New!! The Yaq·an Nukiy Suites at Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort offer 14 deluxe Lakeview rooms with balconies. Enjoy the same amenities and access to the Hot Springs pools and cave.
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The Ktunaxa Grill offers an exceptional dining experience featuring fresh, local, indigenous inspired meals. The stunning mountain backdrop and friendly service help make this Kootenay restaurant a truly hidden gem. The Spirit Water Spa offers rebalancing massage which gives a gentle joint release and smoothing of tissues surrounding muscles. Body wraps made from local wild-harvested plants can enhance the relaxing and healing experience of a massage. The Nasookin Room offers an ideal setting for small Meetings and Retreats. This room can accommodate up to 40 people. After your meeting, relax and soak in the Hot Springs Pool and Cave.
KwaTakNuk Resort Casino Direct Toll Free: 1-800-882-6363 1-406-883-3636 Best Western: 1-800-528-1234 Website: http://www.kwataqnuk.com Stay Lakeside Treat yourself to a get-a-way at the Best Western KwaTaqNuk Resort. Situated on the south end of Flathead Lake in Polson, Montana. This unique resort offers a wide variety of vacation options. The resort's full service marina puts boating, lake cruises, and fishing just a few steps away. Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, Blacktail Mountain Ski Resort or Glacier National Park are all a short distance from the KwaTaqNuk Resort. View our specials and promotions and SAVE on your Montana Lakeside Get-A-Way.
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Kootenai River Inn 7169 Plaza St Bonners Ferry, ID 83805 800-346-5668 208-267-8511 Email: [email protected] Where you go when you know...It’s about getting together with friends, old and new, and having a great time. Join us at the Best Western Plus Kootenai River Inn Casino & Spa for gaming entertainment and fun. With 65 riverfront guest rooms, three casinos, more than 500 video gaming machines, a full-service spa, casual and elegant dining, meeting and recreational facilities, and fantastic views. Located on the scenic Kootenai River, the Inn features private balcony views from every guest room. Come for the evening, come for the weekend. Book your stay today.
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St. Eugene Golf Resort Casino T: 250.420.2000 F: 250.420.2001 Toll Free Reservations: 1.866.292.2020 Toll Free Tee Times: 1.877.417.3133 7777 Mission Road, Cranbrook, BC V1C 7E5 Email: [email protected]
Nestled between the Purcell and Rocky Mountains near Kimberley & Cranbrook, British Columbia, the St. Eugene Golf Resort Casino is a magnificent resort that offers gourmet dining, world-class golf, elegant rooms, full service spa, 114 site KOA RV Park and casino nightlife all at one breath taking location.
Located just 5 minutes from the Canadian Rockies International Airport (Cranbrook), St Eugene Resort offers the best dining in the vicinity, ranging from the 19th Hole Bar & Grill to the fresh, bright and innovative entrees at the Restaurant and Lounge – NUMA. The Silver Water Spa, provides a luxury environment for holistic wellness, anti-aging, healthy relaxation and rejuvenation. Attached, the Health Club contains a fully-equipped gym, steam room, sauna, outdoor heated pool, and hot tubs.
St. Eugene Resort is a place of fun, relaxation, exceptional service, and outstanding value - the perfect place to visit for any occasion!
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Artisans
Legend Logos Located on Lower Kootenay Reserve near Creston, BC Google us for directions
Toll free 1-877-428-2977
www.facebook.com/legendlogos.ca/ For all your corporate embroidery and promotional products, contact Legend Logos. Caps, golf shirts, jackets, safety gear, blankets can all be imprinted with your logo....creating your own legend. Individual items can be created to recognize business partners and employees. Gift baskets can also be created from the many unique items in the gift shop housed at Legend Logos. Learn more about the local Indigenous People by visiting the Yaq·an Nukiy Heritage Centre housed within the Legend Logos building. Or, book a Legend Tour...tailored to fit your needs. There's always something happening at Legend Logos! This business is owned and operated by Robert and Denice Louie.
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Morning Star Tipi Co
250-431-8573 Creston BC Owner/Operator Patrick Jacobs Email: [email protected] Over the past 11 years I have made tepees by the order, from my families design, and sell them overseas, such as Germany, Japan, Australia, Canada, and to the local market in the Kootenay Region. I enjoy my work and like to know that I am assisting my people (Ktunaxa) in leaving a legacy every time someone buys a tipi from me. I am the sole manufacture of authentic Ktunaxa tepees in the Kootenay region.
Indigenous View 250-464-5502 Email: [email protected] Owner: Blaine Burgoyne Indigenous View provides photography that transforms local imagery into positive reflections of land, waterscapes, and people.
Arrowhead Engraving and Seven Feathers Designs Shirley Corrie 250-718-5702 Email: [email protected] Cody Johnstone [email protected] Engraving, vinyl printing, business logos, business cards, letter head, signage, banners, tattoo design.
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Pj Gilhully - Artist 250-581-2216 Email: [email protected] Web: www.pjgilhuly.com Commissioned artist, muralist and fine art. Patricia is best known for her Geo-Still, acrylic paintings, which she represented the human face and figure in an expressive, often abstract style.
Catering Services
Fry Bread for Fun$ 250 421 9275 9790 Mission Wycliffe Rd Cranbrook, BC Bonnie Harvey, Owner Email: [email protected] Cater at local public, community and sporting events. Maintain a mobile hot dog and barbeque stand. Travel to the many events in the spring and summer seasons and can serve local offices. Specializes in remote outdoor events.
Chief Burger Catering 920, Simon Rd Creston BC V0B1G2 (250)428-4794 Owners: Chad and Trina Luke Our business is mainly operated by Chad and Trina Luke. We can cater any size of group from 50-400 people. With many years of doing small catering jobs and providing great food we have received positive feedback from our customers, we are committed to our small family business. Trina and I do all the jobs needed to run the business, cook, clean, take food orders, order supplies prior to the event, and we’ll even meet and greet the
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crowd as they stop by to smell and to try to get a glimpse of what will be serving unless they have requested a specific meal. Trina is our contact person that takes all the information on the catering job. We will hire 1 or 2 P/T staff when needed, depending on the size of the catering job or event. We do have a great menu to choose from for your event.
Just Some Menu Items: The Chief Burger Meal, Indian Taco’s, Roast Dinners, Chilli-N- Fry bread, Stew-N-Fry bread, and we even do Breakfast.
Child Care & Youth Services
Aqamnik Daycare (250) 489-5054 7490 Mission Rd. Cranbrook BC V1C 7E5 Email: [email protected] Supervisor: Ashley Sanche “Providing quality childcare for children ages 1 to 5 in a fully licenced multi-cultural Daycare setting.”
Little Badger Early Learning Program Located at the Eva Joseph Family Centre 3046, Hwy. 93/95 Windermere, BCV0B 2L2 Phone: 250 342 6331 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.littlebadgersearlylearning.com
Little Badgers and Baby Badgers offer a quality Early Learning Program with a strong emphasis on kindergarten readiness, community, our surroundings and family. A gentle place where respect for oneself, respect for others and a respect for the environment is fostered.
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Computer
FlexiNet Broadband Inc. 250 489-FLEX (3539) 877 789-FLEX (3539) Box 656 Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H8 Contact: Dave Monson, Network Manager Email: [email protected] Website: www.flexinet.ca
The FlexiNET Broadband Network is a powerful broadband network that utilises a combination of Fibre Optics and Wireless to deliver to Rural, BC. The network extends from Golden to Cranbrook, South Country, and Creston Valley. It comprises of over 40 km of fibre optic lines and 17 communications towers. The combination of both wireless and fibre enables the network to reach an area of over 9000 homes. The network is supported by a 24/7 operations team to ensure high up time. This team is based out of Cranbrook and communicates with “feet on the street” throughout the network service area. The combination of continual monitoring and “feet on the street” is how FlexiNET delivers high reliability services to its business and residential customers. Additional Services
Wholesale Internet Bandwidth to ISPs
Network Engineering Services – Wireless & Fibre Optic
Business Network Management
Network Access throughout BC and Alberta
Service Level Agreements for Business & Government
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Consulting
O’Neil Marketing & Consulting / Numa Communications Ltd. 604 729 3805 [email protected] www.designingnations.com #701-100 Park Royal South West Vancouver, BC V7T 1A2 Owner: Beverley O’Neil
Facilitation & emceeing, Strategic planning, Community economic development plans, Market & Industry research including labour/HR data, Marketing strategies, Media relations, Graphic design, General consulting & advisory services including organization systems.
Michele A. Sam Consulting (250) 919-9789 Email: [email protected] Web: www.michelesam.com Michele A Sam Consulting provides consulting, advice and facilitation services to organizations and individuals attempting to engage with Indigenous Peoples and their self-development In addition, Michele A Sam Consulting offers three primary services: a Pre-Engagement Ethics Workshop; a Knowledge Relationships and Engagement Workshop; and Review and Writing Services, which include Proposal, Framework Development and Reporting Her services are tailored to specific opportunities and take a unique, place-based focus both in development of content and delivery.
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Contracting Kettle River Contracting LLP Sparwood/Calgary Fred Hargrave - 1(587)646 4751 [email protected] Hennie Tait – 250 489-2464 ext. 4042 [email protected] Website: http://www.kettlerivercontracting.com Kettle River Contracting is a Company that specializes in Heavy Civil Construction providing services to the resource development industry. Our goal for every project is the same; provide high quality services on time, on budget and in a professional and ethical manner. Below is a summary of capabilities/services Kettle River can provide, but is not limited to:
Site Development
Rough/Final Grading
Aggregate Crushing
Pit Development
Surface Water Management
Earth Dams and Tailings
Bridge Installation
Road and Site Maintenance
Deep Underground Utilities
Airstrips
Piling
Ponds and Liners
Dewatering
Clearing and Mulching
Road Construction
Surveying
Reclamation/Remediation
Offshore Ice Roads/ Islands
Management Team Kettle River Contracting's Management Team holds decades of experience in resource development projects and makes use of cutting edge technologies for planning and executing the scope of work. Weekly schedules are prepared and updated using Primavera P6 software. HCSS Heavy Job software is used for managing costs and production. Topcon GPS and grade control systems and AutoCAD Civil 3D are used for creating project models, measuring quantities, staking the work, and creating as‐built drawings.
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Seven Feathers Contracting & Consulting (250) 342-1640 [email protected] Windermere, BC V0B 2L2 Owner: Allan Nicholas
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Akinmi Resources (250) 417-1454 [email protected] Owner: Allan Hunter Akinmi Resources is a new forestry contracting company. We offer brushing; spacing; firewood bucking. We conduct business in areas such as ecological restoration; wildfire interface work, and vegetation maintenance.
Tipi Mountain Eco-Cultural Services Ltd. Kristin Parsons Operations Manager 250.420.2724 Ext 1 [email protected] / [email protected] 103 – 1629 Baker Street Cranbrook, BC, V1C 1B4 Tipi Mountain Eco-Cultural Services is a service-oriented, heritage resource consulting company, located in the southeastern region of British Columbia. We are a dedicated and experienced team of qualified professionals, able to provide both permitted and non-permitted work under the BC Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) in order to meet the needs of our clients. Our network of local, talented professionals bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization. The professional team includes: Archaeologists, Anthropologists, GIS Technicians, and Geomorphologists/Geologists. TMECS is closely integrated with Tipi Mountain Native Plants Ltd. This collaboration provides a tightly organized administration system for efficient and fiscally responsible operations, in addition to a broad spectrum of support, expertise, and knowledge within the organizations themselves. Through our relationship, we are able to provide a broad suite of services, tailored to meet our clients’ individual environmental and business needs.
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Ralph Gravelle Enterprises 250 919 5432 [email protected]
PO Box 89 Grasmere, BC V0B 1R0 Ralph Gravelle is a proficient logger with 45 years of experience working in the natural resources sector as a faller, bucker, heavy equipment operator, and guide outfitter. Ralph is a certified faller with the Province of BC. He operates a firewood processing business in Grasmere, BC where he is recycling wood waste into campground firewood. Ralph provides prompt, efficient and reliable service on all projects, with safety being constantly monitored during all aspects of the project. Equipment list:
Powersaws,
Firewood processing equipment,
International loaded,
53’ enclosed trailer,
1998 648E John Deere Skidder,
1998 Caterpillar 525 Skidder,
1995 Caterpillar 525 Skidder w/ Swing Grapple,
2002 John Deere 200 Excavator w/ Waratah,
2002 John Deere 953 Feller Buncher,
825 Bobcat,
721 Bobcat,
2,000 gallon water tank on trailer,
Access to grader and gravel truck.
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Cultural Eagle Bear Spirit 250 402 8241 Creston, BC Contact: Sandra Luke, Lead Singer Drum group out of Lower Kootenay Band (Yaqan Nukiy) located near Creston, BC. Great for opening ceremonies, welcoming’s, traditional/contemporary pow wows. Book Eagle Bear Spirit for your event today.
Ktunaxa Nation Dance Troupe 250 489 0876 5875 Mission Wasa Lower Rd. Cranbrook, BC V1C 7E5 Email: [email protected] Since its inception in 1999, the Dance Troupe has performed throughout the Ktunaxa Traditional Territory for many gatherings and conferences and opened for a number of high profile performers. World renowned and has performed in Europe and Germany. The Dance Troupe delivers a crowd pleasing display with an array of colours, music, and theatrics. The Dance Troupe offers both traditional and contemporary powwow dance styles, performed by professional Ktunaxa dancers, as well as up and coming dancers. The theatrics that are performed reflects the way of life of our people. No matter what the size, we are delighted to perform at your event.
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Development Corporations
Christopher McCurry Chief Executive Officer for ʔaq̓am Community Enterprises 250.426.5717 EXT. 3543 [email protected] | www.investaqam.com 7470 Mission Rd Cranbrook, BC V1C 7E5
ʔaq̓am Community Enterprises (ACE) is our Community Development Corporation. ACE’s vision is working toward a profitable, sustainable, and self-sufficient community economy that optimizes our diverse skills.
ACE is governed by a business-minded board of directors and reports and liaises with the community government (Chief and Council). To learn more about ACE, investment opportunities and our community, please visit: www.investaqam.com
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Lower Kootenay Development Corporation 830 Simon Road Creston, B.C., V0B 1G2 Phone: 250 428-4428 Contact: Curtis Wullum, General Manager Cell: 250-428-6394 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lowerkootenay.com Our vision is to have a self-sufficient and sustainable local economy that meets all of the community’s economic needs, is grounded un the community’s cultural values, provides its community and other local residents with ample business, economic and personal development opportunities and meeting all of the community’s needs, and has earned a reputation for business credibility in the local area and beyond. Services provided through our businesses and partnerships include: Robert Logging Partnership: Full phase log harvesting including hauling, road building, right of way clearing and site preparation. We also provide earthworks for just about every type of commercial excavation project including subdivisions, reservoirs, waterline and sewer projects and industrial complexes. Lower Kootenay Forage Partnership: Timothy hay production and sales including custom baling and hay compression services. Lower Kootenay Guide Outfitters: We are located in the Purcell Mountains in the heart of the Kootenay Region of south eastern British Columbia. We offer fully outfitted hunts for elk, mountain goat, mule deer, whitetail deer, moose, and cougar. Knowledgeable and experienced guides, wranglers, and cooks are provided. We can also offer a memorable BC wilderness adventure and photography experience. We continue to explore partnership and joint venture opportunities in the tourism, agriculture, forestry and clean energy sectors in the Kootenays. Contact us if you have a business idea.
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Headquarters: 7443 Mission Road Cranbrook, BC V1C 7E5 Elk Valley: # 2 – 1502 10th Avenue Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Mainline: 250 489 5762
www.nupqu.com
Nupqu is the Ktunaxa word for black bear and represents the powerful and resourceful nature of our organization.
Contact: Kevin Wilson, Business Development Manager [email protected] 250-427-6030 Nupqu is a full-service resource consulting company owned by the communities of the Ktunaxa Nation. With a range of registered professionals and technicians across the spectrum of land development and stewardship disciplines, Nupqu is a trusted advisor to its clients in the natural resource industries. From vegetation management and invasive plant control, to forestry development, wildfire, water, and fisheries Nupqu has a skilled workforce that has local presence and knowledge. We also oversee construction site safety and procurement with qualified, experienced staff and quality equipment. Our team is anchored by a core administrative staff of project managers, accountants, business administrators and a network of subcontract partners. Give us a call if you are planning work on the land. We are the quarterback putting together the team to get our clients across the goal line. Here is a list of what we specialize in: Environmental
Environmental assessment and monitoring during construction and resource development
Water sampling and monitoring
Invasive plant control
Wildlife, habitat, soil inventory assessment and monitoring
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Forestry
Tenure management
Forest planning o Recce, timber cruising and valuation assessment, cut block layout o Access roads planning and work administration o GIS mapping
Silviculture o Silviculture surveys and quality control o Planting administration
Danger tree assessment, tree falling
Wildfire o Treatment planning and prescriptions o Thinning, falling, slashing, mulching for ttreatment implementation
Vegetation management for utility corridors, wildfire mitigation General Contracting / Construction services
Coordination of civil projects
Project management
Construction labour
Pipeline maintenance
Equipment provision through affiliated partners Safety services
Level 3 First Aid Attendants
Construction Safety Officers
Emergency Transport Vehicle / Mobile Treatment Centre
Contract First Aid Training, auditing
Respiratory mask fit testing
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Ka·kin Resource Corporation Tobacco Plains Hugh Moore, GM T 250 887-3461 ext. 3409/250 417-1056 Email: [email protected] Ka∙kin Resource Corporation, wholly owned by the Tobacco Plains Indian Band, performs a broad range of forestry operations across Ktunaxa ʔamakʔis and beyond. Small in size and deep in experience Ka∙kin Resource Corporation is an ideal solution for projects that benefit from a nimble and cost effective approach. Recent projects have included:
Border and right of way clearing,
Timber harvest,
Salvage, blowdown, and fire area harvest,
Woodlot operations,
Thinning and spacing,
Fuel reduction and management,
Mulching,
Road building and maintenance.
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Tobacco Plains Development Corp. Tobacco Plains Duty Free Store 250 887-3203 5601 Hwy 93 Roosville, BC V0B 1R0 Contact: Penny Halwas, Manager Located adjacent to the Canada/US border crossing of Roosville BC. Tobacco Plains Duty Free is your destination for gifts, liquor, fine chocolates, tobacco products, and other items as you travel across the border.
Tobacco Plains Indian Band Recreation Properties Aye’s Ranch Campground (250)887-3201 Grasmere, BC Located on Lake Koocanusa offering seasonal and overnight camping RV leased lots.
Big Springs Campground (250)887-3203 Grasmere, BC Located in a secluded location on the shore of Lake Koocanusa, the campground offers 20 campsites most with amazing views and access to beach. The campground is operated by the Tobacco Plains Band and provides seasonal employment for many of their Band Members.
Edwards Lake Leased Lots Leased lots available on beautiful, spring fed Edwards Lake for year round cottage enjoyment or permanent residence.
Contact Penny at (250) 887-3203 or email [email protected]
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Entertainment
Jeremy Coyote - Magician T 250 341 7075 F 250 341 3665 Box 111 Athelmer, BC V0A 1A0 Owner: Jeremy Stevens, Magician Email: [email protected]
Birthday Parties, Office Parties Shows.
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Landscaping/Nursery Tipi Mountain Native Plants Ltd 250 427-7010 PO. Box 946 Cranbrook, BC V1C 4J6 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tipimountain.com Tipi Mountain Native Plant Nursery is located in the beautiful East Kootenay region of British Columbia. We are primarily a wholesale nursery, and specialize in the propagation of regionally specific native plant species. We grow over 80 species and have sold over 1 million plants since 2008. Currently, we are expanding the retail side of our business. Our plants are used for many different purposes, and can help restore disturbed landscapes back to their natural state. Our customers encompass a broad spectrum of businesses including: mines, hydro companies, pipelines, conservation groups, educational institutions, various provincial ministries and federal departments, landscape contractors and architects, municipalities, regional districts, and ecological restoration companies. Tipi Mountain is a proud member of the following industry organizations:
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Morris Flowers 250-428-2656 1020 Canyon St, Creston BC, V0B 1G0 Morris Flowers & Garden Centre is a full-service retail and wholesale Garden Centre in the Creston Valley. In our 30,000+ square feet of greenhouse space, we grow bedding plants, annual and perennial flowers, and sell ornamental and fruit trees, nursery stock, and foliage plants. When in season, we sell fruit and vegetables grown at our location and at Yaqan Nukiy Farms (located off Highway 21), including blueberries, strawberries, tomatoes, cucumbers, peaches, corn and garlic (and more!). We have a great selection of gardening tools, amendments, pots, planters, and other landscaping supplies. We grow custom perennial and annual flower baskets for corporate clients in the area, including the Town of Creston, Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort, St. Eugene Resort & Casino, and others. Morris Flowers is the leading florist in Creston, offering professional flower arrangements and gifts for any occasion. The expert florists at Morris Flowers are committed to designing beautiful, quality arrangements and providing exceptional customer service to our customers. We offer reliable floral delivery throughout Creston and as well as same-day delivery services for your convenience. Our dependable florist network offers flower delivery nationwide.
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Personal & Health Inspired Spa 250 489-8648 [email protected]
Contact: Jennifer Sterling Pierre Facebook-Inspired Spa The Inspired Spa offers exceptional holistic services and fine spa products in a peaceful and calming atmosphere. Services include reflexology, pedicures, rain drop therapy, reiki, rayid. Medicinal Cannabis Consulting.
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Recreation & Tourism Lakeshore Resort & Campground (250) 342-6352(April – October) (250) 342-6301 (year round) Windermere, BC Operated by: Akisqnuk First Nation Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.lakeshoreresortcampground.com
The Lakeshore Resort and Campground is Columbia Valley's largest campground located on the pristine shores of Lake Windermere, British Columbia. Ideally located a few short kilometres north of Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C. and south of Windermere, B.C., the Lakeshore Resort and Campground is 100 per cent owned and operated by the ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation.
In operation for more than 30 years, the Lakeshore Resort and Campground is a strong component of the Columbia Valley's regional tourism economy.
Several recent additions have enhanced visitor experience. These include the new Legacy Hall -- an 1800 square foot open air, roofed, gathering place available for weddings, reunions, and other public and private functions and built by youth from the ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation -- and the addition of two children's playgrounds. In June 2018, the official opening of an interpretative trail took place, which is open to the public.
The Lakeshore Resort and Campground contributes to the tourism economy of ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation and the Columbia Valley. Its’ mission is to support the well-being and economic self-reliance of ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation members through sustainable employment. In 2018 the campground employed 10 people, 8 of whom are ʔakisq̓nuk First Nation community members.
Lakeshore Resort and Campground is an active stakeholder of the Indigenous Tourism BC, along with membership in the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Radium Hot Springs Chamber Of Commerce. In 2015 Lakeshore Resort and Campground was honoured to receive from BC Aboriginal Business Awards, the Outstanding Achievement
award for community owned businesses.
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Edwards Lake Campground 250-887-3461 Open from May to September Located on scenic and pristine Edwards Lake in the centre of an outdoor mountain playground. Quiet and secluded, Edwards Lake has 7 un-serviced sites, and is definitely family friendly. Edwards Lake offers tremendous paddling and swimming on its motor-free waters.
Big Springs Campground (250)887-3203 Grasmere, BC Located in a secluded location on the shore of Lake Koocanusa, the campground offers 20 campsites most with amazing views and access to beach. The campground is operated by the Tobacco Plains Band and provides seasonal employment for many of their Band Members.
Rez Dawgs Hunting 250-919-8482 [email protected] Owner: Lindsey Whitehead Specializing in guided Bear, Cougar, Bobcat, and Lynx hunts throughout British Columbia using hounds. I also have the opportunity to breed and train hunting hounds. I currently have requests from clients ranging from Canada, the United States, and Russia.
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Retail
ʔaq̓am Trading Gas Bar 250-420-2766 7470 Mission Rd, Cranbrook BC, V1C 7E5
Formerly known as ʔaq̓am Trading, is now known as ʔaq̓am Trading Gas Bar. We moved into our new facility in. August 2019 and the grand opening was in the first week of September We have expanded our merchandise with knives, tobacco paraphernalia, more blankets, more apparel, and ʔaq̓am Trading merchandise. We offer promotional sales such as 3 for $5 candy and nuts and 2 for $4/$5 for Coca-Cola products and 2 Litre Pepsi flavours 2 for $4. A special addition is the Arctic Coke cooler that freezes bottles of pop in seconds. We now offer gluten-free and organic products! We have expanded our grocery inventory. We now offer fuel grades Regular, Mid-Grade, Premium, Marked Premium and Diesel and stay in competition with gas stations locally. On top of tax exemption for status card holders we offer promotional sales on fuel with a 2 cent discount on Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Saturday’s for ALL customers. We are currently operating on our winter hours of 8 am - 8 pm and will change to our summer hours (TBA) to coincide with the St. Eugene Resort Golf season (April).
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Grasmere General Store 250 887-3244 3335 Highway 93 Grasmere, BC Owner: Paul and Angela Paradis Offering fuel, groceries, snacks, as well as a BC Liquor Distribution outlet. Ktunaxa member owned and operated.
Trade Your Treasure Consignment Consignment Store 250 426 4046 #1-101 7th Ave S, Cranbrook BC, V1C 2J4 Owner: Chris & Deanna Johnson Consignment store featuring Native Crafts & Beadwork. Family clothing - featuring babies and children's clothes, equipment and sports items. You may just find your treasure!
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Services
1*Ita’s Auto Detailing 250 581 2123 Call for an appointment to have your vehicle detailed the next time you’re in the Cranbrook area.
D&B Flagging 7443 Mission Rd, Cranbrook BC, V1C 7E5 Carlin Dennis: (250) 417-6862 www.dbflagging.ca Project Quotes: President, Chris McCurry [email protected] (250) 426-5717 Business Development, Kevin Wilson [email protected] (250) 427-6030 D&B Flagging and Traffic Control is the leading provider of traffic management services in the East Kootenays. With a presence throughout the region, D&B flaggers offer professional, reliable services that meet the highest safety standards.
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ProActive Safety Cranbrook BC Michael Nicholas Tel: (250)581-6955, (250)581-0467 [email protected] https://proactivesafetyfirst.com/ ProActive Safety is the leading First Nations owned Safety Services company in the Ktunaxa. We provide the highest quality safety consultant services available. Our passion for safety & lifesaving work makes a natural fit for the services we provide. We operate in Emergency & Safety Services and work in Mining Industry. This allows our customers to benefit from professionals with years of field experience. Our professional and certified Health and Safety Consultants will develop your small or large business a complete written occupational health and safety program specific to your company’s operations, specific to your industry and which will meet with all WorkSafeBC and Alberta legislative requirements.
1502 10th Ave, Fernie BC, V0B 1M0 PO Box 1733 T: 250 423-4778 F: 250 423-4771 Email: [email protected] BACKGROUND Stratton opened for business in February 1992 as a proprietorship and became incorporated in November 1993. We are a civil/mechanical contractor located in the Elk Valley, servicing predominately Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford.
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OUR SPECIALTIES • Pipe fitting • Plumbing • Pipe Fusing • Make up Air Units • Sheet Metal Work (e.g. duct work) • Gas fitting • Pumps • Ventilation/Fabrication • Underground Utilities Locate • Pipeline Excavation/Install • Ditch/Pond Construction • HDPE Liner Installation • Culverts/Vaults • Erosion Control COMPANY Certification/Membership Safety Authority – Gas Contractor License NCSO – National Construction Safety Officer BCCSA – WorkSafe BC COR Certification BCCSA – Construction Safety Specialist Certification TECA – Thermal Environmental Comfort Association Avetta Member OUR COMMITMENT • Ensure comprehensive consultation and communication with regards to safety at all of our operating locations. • Identify, correct and prevent health, safety and environmental hazards to ensure an incident free workplace. • Ensure all applicable regulatory health, safety and environmental requirements are complied with. • To provide a high standard of service. • Develop multi skilled personnel and a stable workforce. • Completion of contracts on time and within budget. • All work performed to meet the standards and codes set forth by the authority having jurisdiction. • Being a Ktunaxa Business we work closely with the Ktunaxa Nation, providing employment and training to the citizens of their Community.