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2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards – Winners Announcement
Fernie Chamber Announces Winners for the 2025 Business Excellence Awards Fernie, BC – October 17, 2025 – The 2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards were held last night at the Cirque Restaurant and Bar. The sold-out event brought together the Fernie community to celebrate the exceptional businesses, organizations, and individuals that make this town thrive. The…
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2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards – Save the Date and Nominate
The Fernie Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the 2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards, taking place on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Cirque Restaurant and Bar. This year’s theme, “Rooted Resilience: Growing Stronger Together,” honours the strength and growth that come from deep community connections. It’s a celebration of the grit, achievements, and meaningful…
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East Kootenay communities unsuccessful with Immigration Pilot Program
We regret to share that the East Kootenay region’s application to the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) Program was not successful. The program, designed to help businesses advocate for their employees and provide a fast-track to permanent residency, saw high interest nationwide, with only 15 communities selected. The successful applicants have not yet been announced.…
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Fernie Chamber announces the 2024 Fernie Business Excellence Award Recipients
The 2024 Fernie Business Excellence Awards were held last night at the Bayleaf Indian Fusion Restaurant. The sold-out gala was attended by the Fernie community excited to celebrate the award recipients. The event kicked off with opening remarks from guest speakers Deputy Mayor – Ted Shoesmith and Chamber Chair – Antony McElwee. Executive Director…
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October 9, 2024 BC Provincial Election All-Candidates Forum
On October 9, 2024, the BC Provincial Election All-Candidates Forum took place at the Park Place Lodge, with all four candidates in attendance; Sam Atwal – BC NDP, Pete Davis – Conservative Party, Tom Shypitka – Independent, and Kerri Wall – BC Green Party. The event drew a crowd of approximately 90 people, providing…
