Fernie Business Spotlights & Local Economy News
Submitted by
Fix on April 16, 2026.
Counselling in Fernie 461 1st Ave (Castle on First) counsellinginfernie.ca Spring in Fernie brings a natural pause between seasons and a chance to reset before summer momentum builds. As winter winds down and plans for the months ahead take shape, many leaders, business owners and professionals find...
Submitted by
Fix on April 15, 2026.
The Fernie Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place on Tuesday, April 21 at the Fernie Senior Citizens Drop-In Centre. This annual gathering brings together members of the business community to connect, hear updates, and take part in...
This week I had the honour of chatting with a local financial advisor and asked her what some of the most common questions in her office are. Her immediate response was, "Credit cards. How do they work?" While this information might not be new to all of you, she mentioned that people from 16 to over...
Submitted by
Fix on February 13, 2026.
Charné Baird – Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures Fernie-based commercial photographer Charné Baird has published her first book, Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures, A rhyming journey in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The interactive children’s book features playful rhymes, local photography, and...
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. As we look ahead to the new year, many of us are setting new goals and resolutions. One of mine is to reduce unnecessary spending and to review our budget with my partner, to ensure we are aligned on our financial goals and how we plan to achieve them...
As the year winds down, a few strategic moves could make a real difference in your tax situation. Timing your deductions and credits, or reviewing last-minute opportunities, can help reduce your taxable income, increase your refund, or lower the tax you owe. Even during the hectic holiday season...
Submitted by
Fix on December 14, 2025.
Edge of the World 421B 2nd Ave 250-423-9292 This holiday season, Edge of the World is bringing back the festive fun with another round of their all-ages DIY Ornament Contest! They’re inviting YOU to help decorate their golden Christmas tree by crafting a one-of-a-kind ornament to hang on its...
Submitted by
Fix on December 1, 2025.
Fernie, BC – December 1, 2025 — The Fernie Chamber of Commerce successfully hosted its annual Holiday Kickoff #SpendItInFernie shop local campaign this past weekend, marking one of the most well-attended and energetic celebrations yet. The three-day event brought together residents, visitors, and...
As the holiday season approaches, many of us feel stressed and overwhelmed by the pressure to prepare, provide, and do enough. I wanted to share a few strategies I use myself to reduce the expectations we put on ourselves and hope this resonates with anyone who tends to overspend or isn't in a...
It is hard not to eat out a lot in Fernie! The number, variety and quality of the restaurants, cafés and pubs means that there are a lot of options to fulfil any need or craving! Here is just a sneak peek at some of the most popular dishes at a sample of establishments in town. Bayleaf Indian Fusion...
