Keith Powell
Fernie: Mike Delich Inducted in Canadian Ski Hall of Fame
Born and raised in Rossland, BC, Mike Delich moved to Fernie in 1979. He is an entrepreneur with a long and distinguished career in the ski industry. As a valued leader of the ski club development, he founded the Red Mountain Talent Squad, a ski program that provided a foundation for many young athletes who became Canadian and World Cup champions, including Olympic gold medalist Kerrin Lee-Gartner. Delich also established structured coaching programs at Fernie and a vibrant Nancy Greene League, always involving parents in various volunteer roles. He also made significant contributions to the tourism industry and was a founding director of Tourism Fernie.
Mike Delich's contributions to skiing in Canada span over four decades, including the time he spent serving on the Board of Alpine Canada. Although retired from active officiating, Delich remains an honoured FIS Technical Delegate Emeritus. Skiing is still a big part of his life, and he continues to enjoy an active lifestyle in Fernie. Congratulations Mike, on your well deserved induction into the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame.
Cranbrook: Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Stacey Brensrud as Executive Director
The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce is welcoming Stacey Brensrud as the organization's new Executive Director. Stacey has been serving as the Interim Executive Director since July 2024, and brings with her previous experience as the Executive Director of the Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce. Stacey brings to Cranbrook a diverse background in small business, governance, advocacy and non-profit societies.
Nelson: Cartolina Flies Solo
The ownership structure at Cartolina in Nelson has changed in recent months. Partner Jenn Mayberry has handed the reins over to Courtney McCarthy, who becomes the sole owner of the Baker Street business.
Cartolina posted on social media, “Four years ago two friends took a leap and bought a retail shop in a small mountain town at the height of the pandemic. Not only did it work out, but it worked out famously and has been an awful lot of fun. But with the change in season comes a change at the shop. I (Jenn) have handed my set of reins to Courtney, who is now the sole owner of Cartolina. We are both excited for what lies ahead.”
Cartolina is a one of a kind retail store that offers a hand-picked collection of vintage posters, maps, and other curiously fantastic gift and home decor ideas.
Cranbrook: New Manager at Crystal Glass
Kyrie Hammell has been appointed the new manager at Crystal Glass in Cranbrook. She has worked for the company for a number of years, and she has recently returned back to work from maternity leave. Crystal Glass specializes in automotive glass repair and replacement and is a fully accredited ICBC glass shop. Crystal Glass is also in the hiring mode and is looking to hire experienced residential and commercial glass technicians. Crystal Glass is located at 508 Cranbrook Street North in Cranbrook.
