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These Boots are produced Nelson — DeVito Boot Co.

Vince DeVito Shoes is in the process of not only repairing and selling fine footwear, but also producing a new line of boots for workers in the forestry. “It’s a boot that’s for people who work in the outdoor industry,” says Mat DeVito, who along with brother Joel are now working in the shoe retail […]

Daily Dose — DeVito Boot Co. Creating a Buzz with New Boot

Vince DeVito Shoes, a multi-generational shoe repair and retail store in Nelson is branching into boot manufacturing under the soon to be subsidiary DeVito Boot Co. According to Mat DeVito, this is the family’s first time delving into footwear manufacturing. The journey started when, shortly after some down years during COVID-19, one of the company’s […]

Minimum wage increases to $17.40 an hour on June 1

B.C.’s lowest-paid workers will get a pay raise when the general minimum wage increases from $16.75 to $17.40 per hour on June 1, 2024. This represents a 3.9% increase, consistent with B.C.’s average rate of inflation in 2023. The alternate minimum rates, for residential caretakers, live-in home-support workers and camp leaders, will receive the same […]

Columbia Basin Trust adds trio to Board of Directors

 Three new members are joining the Board of Directors of Columbia Basin Trust, becoming part of the 12-member Board which helps ensure that the organization continues to support the efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin. The new members are Angus Graeme from Nelson, Karen Hamling from Nakusp and Christine Hoechsmann from Cranbrook. Departing […]

Provincial Government announces Budget 2024

Budget 2024 takes on the big challenges people are facing today by helping with everyday costs, delivering more homes faster, strengthening health care and services, and building a stronger, cleaner economy. “Wherever we live – city, town, rural or First Nations community – we all want a decent, affordable home, quality health care, help when […]

How to avoid scams as a ‘sugar baby’

Finding love can come with a sweet twist or a salty ending. In today’s world, ‘sugar dating’ is becoming increasingly prevalent. It mixes up regular dating with more business-like arrangements. This can seem quite appealing, especially for young people dealing with money issues, like those studying abroad or just not earning much. In light of […]

Bell Media company announces cuts to 9% of workforce

By Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Radio stations in Kingston that were previously owned by Bell Media are now properties of My Broadcasting Corporation (MBC). Move 98.3 FM and Pure Country 99 are being acquired by MBC, who also own MyFM stations in both Gananoque and Napanee. (Radio stations in the West Kootenay formerly owned by Bell […]

Plant Operator Program Opens Door to Opportunity at Teck

Entry into an exciting and rewarding career in the industrial sector is only a short program away at Selkirk College. Teck Trail Operations is one of the world’s largest fully integrated zinc/lead smelting and refining complexes. To make it function on a daily basis, the intricate operation requires a community of dedicated employees with a […]

Canadians Win Prestigious North American Honey Awards

Canadian beekeepers have won several first place awards at both the North American Honey Show and the American Honey Show, two prestigious juried events showcasing the best honey products on the continent. Amanda Goodman Lee and Jeff Lee, who own two honey brands, Honey Bee Zen and Swan Valley Honey, of Creston, B.C., won first […]

Lights, Camera, Retrofit Action: Efficiency and Resiliency take the stage at RDKB HomeSmart Launch  

RDKB HomeSmart, a free home retrofit guidance service, officially launches to the public this month. Designed to simplify the energy-efficient and resilient home improvement process, the project is supported by the Columbia Basin Trust, FortisBC, as well as the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary. Freya Phillips, RDKB’s Senior Energy Specialist, emphasizes the importance of the […]

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