Kimberley is a small mountain city of approximately 7425 people nestled between the Purcell Mountains and the Rocky Mountain Trench in southeastern British Columbia. Our origins go back to the early 1890s when prospectors found chicamon stones, or money rock, on Sullivan Hill. This prospect resulted in the underground Sullivan Mine being developed and produced lead and zinc ore for almost one hundred years. The hard working life of the miners was good for Kimberley as they also like to play hard too which resulted in a mountain lifestyle that is hard to beat.
Join us in Kimberley and you will experience a friendly mountain town with unbeatable recreational opportunities from fishing to golf to biking, wonderfully talented artisans, unique shops, delightful restaurants, and a relaxed mountain attitude.
Kimberley is located on Highway 95A, 32 kilometres north of Cranbrook, BC. Airline access is via the Canadian Rockies International Airport. Please follow this link for a Regional Map.
A complete Census Profile of Kimberley may found at the Statistics Canada website.
Elevation: City Centre is at 1110 m / 3663 ft above sea level.
Kimberley’s climate is considered to have a dry, mild interior climate. With plenty of blue sky we have warm, dry summers with occasional hot spells and thunderstorms. Autumn is usually dry and clear with early October beautiful as the larch trees change to a brilliant golden colour. Winter is wonderfully snowy but with lots of blue sky and mild temperatures. Spring is a beautiful time as the hills emerge from their winter slumber with a barrage of fresh green and irregular rain showers intermixed with sunny days.
Published on 15-Apr-2019 by
As we continue to grow and strengthen our network, we're looking for diligent and dynamic individuals to serve as leaders on our 2019/20 Board of Directors. If this is you, or someone you know please email info@kimberleychamber.com to submit your nomination.
The deadline for submissions is May 7th, 2019 at 5:00pm. Board of Directors will be sworn in at our AGM on May 14, 2019.
Published on 21-Feb-2019 by
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 21, 2019
The 2019 Provincial Budget was released Monday and the BC Chamber has
replied with the following press release:
http://www.bcchamber.org/advocacy-news/affordability-strategy-welcome-costs-smes-piling
The Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce President, Rachelle
Langlois, responded: “The release of the 2019 BC Budget coincided nicely with
the arrival of BC Chamber representatives in Kimberley Wednesday morning. Along
with the member benefits presentation we had scheduled, our Chamber was able to
hear about the BC Chamber’s thoughts and direction regarding the new budget.”
“We are pleased with the support the BC Chamber is showing towards
small and medium sized business owners who are the economic drivers in our
small communities. We were also
encouraged by the participation of the Kimberley business community members, as
having a strong Chamber will ensure we have the voice necessary to continue to
have the ear of these influential policy makers.”
“Gathering feedback from the business community is one of our primary
goals in the next few months, along with increasing our Chamber
membership. We want to hear from our
businesses to ensure our Chamber is effectively representing their needs, not
just on a local or community level, but also at regional and provincial levels
as well since this budget will directly impact our members.”
For more information, please email info@kimberleychamber.ca
Published on 30-Jan-2019 by
Thank you for your continued participation with the Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce! Our volunteer Board of Directors are passionate about the Kimberley business community, and are looking forward to another exciting and successful year. We are dedicated to building a strong and sustainable business environment in Kimberley, and you may be asking yourself, "What does the Chamber do?".
With access to municipal, provincial and federal governments the Chamber advocates on behalf of local businesses. This will continue to be a priority. We also put on events that help you grow your network. We organize workshops, seminars & socials that help you take your business goals to another level. We're proud to work with amazing partners like Community Futures, Women's Enterprise Centre, BDC, EK Employment, Basin Business Advisors, Industry Training Authority, Kootenay Aboriginal Business Development Agency and College of the Rockies, all of whom can assist with starting, sustaining and growing your business needs. We work together. We learn together. We grow together.
This week you will be receiving your 2019 Membership renewal. You can submit your payment:
- Online by visiting our website and logging into your account: https://kimberleychamber.worldsecuresystems.com/my-account
- E-transfer to info@kimberleychamber.com (use password: kimberleybiz)
- Cheque (mail to or drop in the mail slot at the Chamber office (253 Wallinger Avenue, Kimberley, BC V1A 1Z2))
- Credit Card (drop-in to the office Monday - Friday 10am-2pm to pay by credit card)
We welcome your feedback and involvement in the Chamber's direction as we transition and move forward. Reach us anytime at info@kimberleychamber.com.
On Saturday, April 27th from 10-4pm and Sunday, April 28th from 1-4pm at Centre 64 local artisans will be showcasing..
Event Date: 27-Apr-2019
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On Saturday, April 27th from 10-4pm and Sunday, April 28th from 1-4pm at Centre 64 local artisans will be showcasing their handmade goods.
For a full list of vendors visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Kimberley-Makers-Market-1880797925569287/
×Join JCI Kootenay on Friday, May 10th at the largest one-day leadership event in the world, broadcast live each May ..
Event Date: 10-May-2019
Posted by The Chamber | on
Join JCI Kootenay on Friday, May 10th at the largest one-day leadership event in the world, broadcast live each May from Atlanta, Georgia to hundreds of host sites around the world including the Kootenays.
The Leadercast Live stage will showcase leadership experts to help attendees master the art and science of developing and leading healthy teams. A great training opportunity for you and your team!
For more information and to reserve your tickets: https://cranbrookchamber.com/events/details/leadercast-live-leading-healthy-teams-439
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You are cordially invited to the Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting May 14th, ..
Event Date: 14-May-2019
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You are cordially invited to the
AGM - Business Meeting and Election of our Board of Directors
The evening will also include special presentations from:
Schaun Goodeve, Economic Development Officer for the City of Kimberley
Jesse Ferguson, Tourism Kimberley.
The Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce welcomes all members and interested parties to attend our AGM.
Board nomination forms are available at the Chamber office, 253 Wallinger Ave. and via email: info@kimberleychamber.com
The deadline for submissions is May 7th, 2019 at 5:00pm.
On Wednesday, March 27th all business owners, operators and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to drop-in at the Kimberl..
Event Date: 24-Apr-2019
Posted by Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce | on
On Wednesday, March 27th all business owners, operators and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to drop-in at the Kimberley Elks Club between 5:30-7:30pm to hang out and connect with other members of the business community. This is an open and casual social event. All are welcome!
Published on 15-Apr-2019 by
As we continue to grow and strengthen our network, we're looking for diligent and dynamic individuals to serve as leaders on our 2019/20 Board of Directors. If this is you, or someone you know please email info@kimberleychamber.com to submit your nomination.
The deadline for submissions is May 7th, 2019 at 5:00pm. Board of Directors will be sworn in at our AGM on May 14, 2019.
Published on 21-Feb-2019 by
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 21, 2019
The 2019 Provincial Budget was released Monday and the BC Chamber has
replied with the following press release:
http://www.bcchamber.org/advocacy-news/affordability-strategy-welcome-costs-smes-piling
The Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce President, Rachelle
Langlois, responded: “The release of the 2019 BC Budget coincided nicely with
the arrival of BC Chamber representatives in Kimberley Wednesday morning. Along
with the member benefits presentation we had scheduled, our Chamber was able to
hear about the BC Chamber’s thoughts and direction regarding the new budget.”
“We are pleased with the support the BC Chamber is showing towards
small and medium sized business owners who are the economic drivers in our
small communities. We were also
encouraged by the participation of the Kimberley business community members, as
having a strong Chamber will ensure we have the voice necessary to continue to
have the ear of these influential policy makers.”
“Gathering feedback from the business community is one of our primary
goals in the next few months, along with increasing our Chamber
membership. We want to hear from our
businesses to ensure our Chamber is effectively representing their needs, not
just on a local or community level, but also at regional and provincial levels
as well since this budget will directly impact our members.”
For more information, please email info@kimberleychamber.ca
Published on 30-Jan-2019 by
Thank you for your continued participation with the Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce! Our volunteer Board of Directors are passionate about the Kimberley business community, and are looking forward to another exciting and successful year. We are dedicated to building a strong and sustainable business environment in Kimberley, and you may be asking yourself, "What does the Chamber do?".
With access to municipal, provincial and federal governments the Chamber advocates on behalf of local businesses. This will continue to be a priority. We also put on events that help you grow your network. We organize workshops, seminars & socials that help you take your business goals to another level. We're proud to work with amazing partners like Community Futures, Women's Enterprise Centre, BDC, EK Employment, Basin Business Advisors, Industry Training Authority, Kootenay Aboriginal Business Development Agency and College of the Rockies, all of whom can assist with starting, sustaining and growing your business needs. We work together. We learn together. We grow together.
This week you will be receiving your 2019 Membership renewal. You can submit your payment:
- Online by visiting our website and logging into your account: https://kimberleychamber.worldsecuresystems.com/my-account
- E-transfer to info@kimberleychamber.com (use password: kimberleybiz)
- Cheque (mail to or drop in the mail slot at the Chamber office (253 Wallinger Avenue, Kimberley, BC V1A 1Z2))
- Credit Card (drop-in to the office Monday - Friday 10am-2pm to pay by credit card)
We welcome your feedback and involvement in the Chamber's direction as we transition and move forward. Reach us anytime at info@kimberleychamber.com.
