About Kootenay Glass

Long before there was Kootenay Glass, there was a prairie boy named Rob Wudkevich.

These days, most people around Nelson simply know him as Woody.

With his unmistakable long, luscious locks, his big personality and an even bigger heart, Woody became a friendly giant to some and simply “The Glass Man” to others.

Like a lot of people who eventually find their home in the Kootenays, Woody heard the call of the mountains.

What started as travels west eventually became permanent, and in 1991 Kootenay Glass was born in Nelson, British Columbia.

More than three decades later, Woody has technically semi-retired.

Technically.

Glass has a way of getting into your blood, and Woody still finds his way into the shop regularly. We continue to draw on decades of his experience, whether we’re trying to find the right windshield for an old muscle car, figuring out an unusual piece of glass, or asking his opinion about windows and doors for one of our customers.

Today, the Kootenay Glass family is led by Dale Bonderud, supported by a great group of friendly, service-oriented technicians who take pride in doing quality work.

A lot has changed since 1991.

The reason we’re here hasn’t.

Take care of your neighbours. Do good work. Stand behind it.

Whether it’s your car, your home or your business, when it comes to glass:

We’ve Got You Covered.