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Supporting Nelson & Area Non-profits
Friday, November 25, 2022
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Community Surveys - Your Community Wants to Know! | |
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Nelson's Food Waste
How do you manage your food waste?
City of Nelson wants to know. Your feedback will be used to help them design an effective food waste management program.
Click to answer survey
How well do you know your neighbours? Nelson Neighbourhood Cohesion Survey. Cohesive neighbourhoods are associated with better health and climate outcomes. This 5-minute, UBC-based survey will provide the information needed to help to map neighbourhood cohesion levels in Nelson. Participants will be entered into a draw to win one of two $100 gift cards to Kootenay Co-op!
Principal Investigator: Dr Nattana Dixon-Warren, Click to email, Co-investigator: Dr Andrew Deans, Click to email
Click to answer survey 12/6
Cannabis Act Legislative Review MLA Brittny Anderson Submission Feedback. The Federal Government is reviewing the Cannabis Act. As MLA, Brittny will be making a submission. If you live outside of Nelson-Creston you are still welcome to fill out the survey, but constituent feedback will be prioritized.
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(Brittny Anderson, Nelson-Creston MLA)
The BC Wildfire Service is reviewing current information and communication practices and is seeking feedback from British Columbians. The survey results will help improve how we deliver important information to the public. You will receive the survey from BC Stats at a later date.
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Columbia Basin Trust wants to know "What do you think of Our Trust magazine? - Our Trust magazine celebrates the projects we were proud to be a part of in 2022, through stories of remarkable people and places in the Columbia Basin.
Click to answer survey
Click to read the latest issue
Basin Climate Action Contest
All November long, we are asking people in the Basin to share what changes they were making at home, and at work, big ones, little ones – to reduce their impact and take action. Question of the week: How do you remain climate conscious throughout the winter months? Fill out the form below and enter to win $250 for your favourite local business.
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(Columbia Basin Trust)
The Slocan Valley Economic Development Partnership is currently undertaking the important work of setting strategic priorities for the future, and we'd like to hear from you! We feel it’s time to update our community's economic development priorities. Your input is helpful in creating a relevant strategy for the coming years.
Click to answer survey
Kootenay LGBTQ2S+ Artist Survey 2022
The answers you provide will help identify workshop topics that would be the most helpful for the LGBTQ2S+ artists in our community.
Click for more info and to answer survey
(West Kootenay Regional Arts Council)
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Laurie Frankcom – Protecting the Kootenays from Invasive Species
Learn how you can help prevent the
spread and how to identify and report priority invasive species in the Kootenay
Region.Silver King Campus Selkirk College rm C112. 10 am – 12pm
Click for more
(Learning in Retirement, Selkirk College)
CREEDLECOSM Viewing Party Benefit
The Bear & Sturgeon, 7 PM
Creedlcosm: Volcom movie
It's Love: Vans movie
La Zone: Absinthe movie
All door proceeds going to Indigenous Life Sport Academy
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Movies
"Armageddon Time" - at the Shoebox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 5:30 PM
Click for more
(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
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Every Friday
J Greg Walter and Friends Torchlight Brewery
5:30 to 8:30
Community drum circle
open to anyone in our community.
Please bring a snack to share with others and then we’ll drum for 1.5 hrs. It is open to everyone and is all ages. For more infoplease contact Daniele at 250-444-5437 or Email Us
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Morning Drop-In Playgroups
for families with children (0-5 years)
Fridays: Playgroup, 9:30-11:00AM
Click for Facebook page
(Kootenay Kids Society)
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The Way They Came: A One-Woman Show that Breaks Water!
Taghum Community Hall, 6:00pm
You are warmly invited to an evening of intimate theatre that dares to tell the messy truth about the wild ride of bringing life into the world.
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(Ellie Reynolds - Writer/Performer)
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November 26 and November 27 - Rural Artist Support Weekend - Online - with a new set of FREE professional development workshops for artists!
Click for more
(Nelson & District Arts Council)
Meet the Author” Event
with Michael Cone. Discussing his new book, "Connecting The Kootenays"
3:00 PM, Salmo Valley Public Library
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(Salmo Valley Public Library)
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Matchstick Productions Film: Anywhere From Here - The world of skiing through the eyes of 12-year-old freestyle phenomenon. Through his voice, the audience hears the skiing aspirations of a kid who just wants to play and doesn’t have to ponder real life quite yet. This film Features the best freeskiers in the world, exploring the greatest skiing the planet has to offer at the highest levels.
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(The Capitol Theatre)
November 26 & 27, December 10 & 11 - Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market! Waneta Plaza.Over 100 Vendors.
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(Trails Incredible Farmers Market)
Taghum Hall’s Brushes & Lunch Alcohol-ink painting with Brenda Cavalier 10 am - 1 pm
To register email taghumhall@shaw.ca
Indoor Flea Market Kaslo
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - Fundraiser for the Royal Canadian Legion Kaslo Branch #74
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Hockey Benefit
Nelson Leafs Benefit Game
Support your local Nelson Leafs & Nelson Friends of the Family!
We will have a kids craft corner, raffle baskets & board members on hand to answer any questions!
Hockey - Nelson Leafs vs.
Kelowna Chiefs 7:00 pm at Nelson Community Complex
Game will be televised on Hockey TV (www.hockeytv.com)
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Click for Facebook Event
(Nelson & Area Friends of the Family Foundation)
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Movies
"Armageddon Time" - at the Shoebox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 7:00 PM
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(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
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Every Saturday
Chess players welcome at 9:00 am at the Nelson Seniors Centre (Younger adults included)
Click Here for Information
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2022 Nelson Toy Drive & Community Breakfast. At the Adventure Hotel. All donations benefit Local families with the help of Nelson First Responders, Nelson Community Food Centre, & Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
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(WLWP Wealth Planners & The Adventure Hotel)
Graham & Bella’s Farewell! at The Royal - Nelson - Graham And Bella are taking on a new adventure and moving to the outback! The country not the steakhouse!
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(Keenan Harrison)
Brian Rosen + Karl Nygren + Johnny Bobo at the Royal, Nelson - Local musicians set to put on a show to say goodbye to beloved long time Nelson residents Graham and Bella.
Rural Artist Support Weekend
Online Returns in 2023 with a new set of FREE professional development workshops for artists! November 27
12:00 - 1:00 Sustainable Social Media Strategies for Artists
1:00 - 2:00 Graphic Design in the Post-Apocalypse Era
2:00 - 3:00 Intro to Amplify BC Funding Programs
3:00 - 4:00 Telling Your Story: How to Access Grants as a Rural Artist
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(Nelson & District Arts Council)
Procter Christmas Craft Fair - 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The Procter Hall
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Pop-up market at the Dancing Bear Inn
10:30 AM - 3 PM. - Come & join us for a magical pop-up market on Baker Street….Let the holiday shopping commence
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Movie - Peace by Chocolate Movie & Bake sale at the Castlegar United Church. A gorgeous film for the whole family! After the bombing of his father's chocolate factory, a charming young Syrian refugee struggles to settle into his new small-town life, caught between following his dream and preserving his family's legacy.
Buy some Christmas chocolate baking and goodies and donate to the Castlegar Refugee Project!
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(CaRe - Castlegar Refugee Project)
November 26 & 27, December 10 & 11 Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market! Waneta Plaza.
Over 100 Vendors.
Click for more
(Trails Incredible Farmers Market)
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Movies
"Armageddon Time" - at the Shoebox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 4:00 PM
Click for more
(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
"TÁR" - at the Shoebox Theatre,
225 Hall St. 7:00 PM
Click for more
(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
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Every Sunday
Ultimate Frisbee! Drop-in $3.00 at Salmo Recreation Gymnasium
Every Sunday
Click for more info
(RDCK, Salmo Recreation)
Family Support Institute Meetings - Free
Dads Supporting Dads 7:00 - 8:30 AM
Click for the event schedule
(Family Support Institute of BC)
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Youth Focus Group - At Redun, 203-601 Front Street - 2 pm - 4 pm. A conversation about youth, substance use, harm reduction and wellness needs
Click for more
(Rural Empowered Drug Users Network Nelson)
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Every Monday
Bridge players welcome at 12:45 pm in the Nelson Seniors Centre
Click here for more information
Morning Drop-In Playgroups for families with children 0-5 years
Pancakes, 9:30-11AM
Click for Facebook Page
(Kootenay Kids Society)
Family Support Institute Meetings - Free
Self Injurious Behaviour 10 am - 11:30 am
Journey Through Grief 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Click for the event schedule
(Family Support Institute of BC)
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Hockey - Beaver Valley Nitehawks vs. Nelson Leafs - 7:00 pm
at Nelson Community Complex
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Showcasing Your Value: Mastering the Virtual Interview 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This webinar will help you understand how to prepare for a virtual interview, make a great first impression, handle challenging questions, and how to follow up after the interview.
Click for more
(Make a Change Canada)
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Movies
"Armageddon Time" - at the Shoebox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 7:00 PM
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(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 7:00 PM
Click for more
(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
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Every Tuesday
Adventure Time is back!
Every Tuesday and Thursday until June 2023. This program will allow your tot to burn off energy, build physical energy, learn, and make new friends! bring your bike, scooter or any wheels you may have and have fun! at the Nelson and District Youth Centre
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Youth Art Club at the Nelson and District Youth Centre - Calling all youth ages 12-18 to join
4:00 pm
Click for more
(Nelson Youth Action Network)
Kokanee Duplicate Bridge Club - 11:30 am at the Kiwanis Christie-Lees Hall. Entrance across from 709 Radio Avenue. Everyone welcome.
Kootenay French Club
Intermediate/Advanced, 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Click for more
(Association des Francophones des Kootenays Ouest)
Book Babies at the Nelson Public Library
Every Tuesday at 10:30 AM
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Morning Drop-In Playgroups for families with children 0-5 years
Storytelling, 9:30-11am
Click for Facebook Page
(Kootenay Kids Society)
Afterschool Crafternoon at the Nelson Public Library Every Tuesday at 3:30 PM
fun STEAM stations and a different craft every week!
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Under the Umbrella is a group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, asexual, queer, or questioning youth & their allies. Open for youth ages 12-18 years old. They meet every Tuesday from 4:00-6:00 pm at the NDYC
Click for more
(Nelson Youth Action Network)
Family Support Institute Meetings - Free
Family Hangout 6:30 - 7:30
Click for the event schedule
(Family Support Institute of BC)
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Wednesday Winter Walks
Mountain Station - Rail Trail - 1:00 to 3:30 pm - Join us for an afternoon of connection✨ Meet us at Mountain Station to walk and wander the rail-trail forest above Nelson.❄️ Winter boots and snow pants are highly recommended! Bring layers, snacks and warm drinks too. If you can't make it out this week, come to the next! We will try to meet every Wednesday throughout the winter:)
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(Elemental Journeys)
Homeschooler Meetup
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Nelson Public Library
An opportunity for homeschooling families to get together for activities, STEM stations, LEGO, crafts, and socializing.
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(Nelson Public Library)
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Entries due today - The Kootenay Contraption Contest Kootenay students from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Entries due 4 PM on November 30, 2022
Click for more and how to participate
(Kootenay Association for Science and Technology, KAST)
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Movies
"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre,
225 Hall St. 7:00 PM
Click for more
(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
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Every Wednesday
Kokanee Duplicate Bridge Club - 7:00 pm at the Seniors Centre. 717 Vernon Street. Everyone welcome.
Kootenay French Club
Beginners: 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM
Click for more
(Association des Francophones des Kootenays Ouest)
Open Mic - every Wednesday at Mama Sita's Winlaw. 6:00 PM 'til closing
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Anti-Hustle Art Studio - a gathering space to make art for self-care. Who Is The Studio For? You might enjoy Anti-Hustle Art Studio if you want... by donation. Every Wednesday. Online.
Click for more
(Art Therapy In Real Life)
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Options for Sexual Health Clinic
Wednesdays 5.30 - 8:00 PM 333 Victoria St
Drop-in clinic with some booked appt.
Sex Ed; STI testing and treatment; PAP tests; birth control including IUD and implant insertion
Click for more
nelson.opt.clinic@gmail.com
250-354-3094
Crib players are welcome at 12:45 pm in the Nelson Seniors Centre – no partner is required.
Click here for more information
Family Support Institute Meetings - Free
Complex and Challenging Behaviours
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Click for the event schedule
(Family Support Institute of BC)
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The Pied Piper of Nelsondorf - Join the gang at Nelsondorf’s premier Kombucha club for mystery, hijinks, song and dance in the Capitol Theatre’s 33rd Annual Pantomime! - 7:30 pm (More shows December 2, 3, & 4)
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(The Capitol Theatre)
Taghum Hall’s Food for Thought
Potluck, (6:00 pm) and presentation(7:00 pm): Engaging the Citizen patient: Driving Meaningful Change. With Dr. Selena Davis
For more info: taghumhall@shaw.ca <mailto:taghumhall@shaw.ca>
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Nelson Hydro - 2023 Budget and Rate Presentation at the Nelson Innovation Centre - Join Nelson Hydro for a presentation regarding rate changes coming into effect for customers in 2023. There will be a presentation from Nelson Hydro/City of Nelson staff, followed by a question period.
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(Nelson Hydro and City of Nelson, British Columbia)
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Movies
"Armageddon Time" - at the Showbox Theatre,
225 Hall St. 7:00 PM
Click for more
(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
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Every Thursday
Adventure Time
Every Tuesday and Thursday until June 2023.
This program will allow your tot to burn off energy, build physical energy, learn, and make new friends! bring your bike, scooter or any wheels you may have and have fun!
Click for more
Homework Club - Help is offered for grades 4-9 in general homework support, reading and math skills. We have a certified Education Assistant, a retired high school teacher and a future high school teacher in training to help support students in their education. 3:30 to 4:430 pm at Nelson and District Youth Centre
Click for more info and to register
(Nelson Youth Action Network and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy)
Beginner guitar lessons for youth on Thursday evenings from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.
$15/Lesson or purchase a punch pass for $60 which includes 5 Lessons!
Guitars are provided if needed!
To register, email Luke at youthcentre@nelson.ca
or call (250)352-5656
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(Nelson & District Youth Centre)
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J Greg Walter on keyboard at the
Library Lounge Hume Hotel - 6 to 9
Bridge players welcome at 12:45 pm in the Nelson Seniors Centre C
click here for more information
Morning Drop-In Playgroups for families with children 0-5 years
Baby Steps, 9:30-11:00 AM (0-2 yrs)
Click for Facebook Page
(Kootenay Kids Society)
Family Storytime at the Nelson Public Library Every Thursday at 10:30 AM
Click for more
(Nelson Public Library)
Family Support Institute Meetings - Free
FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Housing Options 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Click for the event schedule
(Family Support Institute of BC)
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December 2 - The Pied Piper of Nelsondorf
Capitol Theatre’s Annual Pantomime! 7:30 pm
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(The Capitol Theatre)
December 2 - John Topolovec – Emergency Management. Silver King Campus Selkirk College rm C112.10am – 12pm
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(Learning in Retirement, Selkirk College)
December 2 - Movie - Neil Young: Harvest Time @ The Shoebox, 225 Hall St. - 7:00 pm
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(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)
December 2 - Art Throwdown: round II at the Royal 7:30 pm
December 3 - The Pied Piper of Nelsondorf. 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, Capitol Theatre
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Click for 7:30
(The Capitol Theatre)
December 3 - Nelson BC Toy Sale/Swap at Hume Elementary School, 12 PM – 4 PM
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(Hume Elementary School PAC)
December 3 - Waldorf Winter Faire
3648 Silverking Road, 10AM - 3PM
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December 3 - Join historian Michael Cone at Otter Books on Saturday, Dec 3, 2-4pm for a book signing.
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December 3 - 2 - 7pm - Taghum Hall’s Winter Celebration. Admission by donation
For more info: taghumhall@shaw.ca
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December 3 - Bluemoon Coffee House at the Vallican Whole Community Centre, 5 to 9:00 pm
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(The Whole School)
Bodies of Water - SK/etching Desire Lines
November 19, and December 3
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(Oxygen Art Centre)
December 3 - Hockey - Kimberley Dynamiters vs. Nelson Leafs - 7:00 pm
at Nelson Community Complex
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December 3 - Taghum Hall’s Winter Celebration
7 pm, at Taghum Hall
Admission by donation
For more info: taghumhall@shaw.ca
December 4 - The Pied Piper of Nelsondorf - Capitol Theatre, 2:00 pm
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(The Capitol Theatre)
December 4 - Christmas Market at the Royal
December 6 - Sing for the Soul
7PM – 9 PM, Studio Alive
Click for more
(The Della Kit FKA Erica Dee)
December 8 - Holiday Pop-up Market at Selkirk College Silver King Campus, 11 AM - 1:00 PM
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(the SOAR Program)
December 8 - The Filling Station Book Launch in Nelson! At The Royal 7:30-8, Guest readers from 8-8:30
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(Leesa Dean)
December 8 - Toastmasters Meeting at the Community First Health Co-op, 6:45 PM – 9 PM
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(Toastmasters Nelson Fresh Tracks)
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Community News - This Week! | |
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City of Nelson giving Nelson Hydro Customers a Cost-of-Living Credit Residential customers can expect a $100 credit on their first electricity bill in 2023.
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(City of Nelson)
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Air Quality Advisory in effect for Castlegar due to high concentrations of fine particulate matter that are expected to persist until weather conditions change.
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(Ministry of Environment and
Climate Change Strategy, November 24, 2023)
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Did you go to L V Rogers Secondary School and were in the Class of 1969, 1970, or 1971? . Do you want to go to the 50th Renunion?
Click for more info and to answer survey
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Taghum Community Hall is short of volunteers for their WINTER CELEBRATION on Saturday, December 3 from 2pm to 7pm. We need welcomers, chili servers, set-up and take-down and other fun stuff you'll get to do with very fun people.
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Kaslo Community Christmas Meal - Wednesday, December 21 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm - Everyone welcome - Eat in the Hall or choose Pickup or delivery. RSVP by December 12
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Dr. Belinda's Top Tips for Patients These quick tips can help you get the most out of appointments with your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner. They’re great ways to make appointments more successful for you, your practitioner & your clinic.
Click for tips
(Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice)
AFKO Holiday Brunch December 10
10:30 at Taghum Community Hall
includes a brunch service, a tale enjoyed around a fire with warm cider and a show of the duo Onesie Parade.
Deadline for purchasing your tickets is December 6
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Get ready to go swimming in the 2023 Polar Bear Swim and help raise money for Friends of Kootenay Lake and Co-op Radio.
Click for more and to sign-up
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Selkirk College News
Selkirk College Honours Role Models for Commitment to Learners
Ktunaxa Nation Elder Anne Jimmie and retired Nursing Program instructor Joanne van der Ham, who have assisted learners through early steps at Selkirk College are being recognized with Board of Governors awards for their efforts to help build remarkable futures.
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Recreation News
Nelson Nordic Ski Club
Early membership fees increase on November 30 - Become a member today.
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Youth & School News
SD 8 Board of Education Meeting Highlights from November 8, 2022
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The Kootenay Contraption Contest Kootenay students from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Entries due 4 PM on November 30, 2022
Click for more and how to participate
(Kootenay Association for Science and Technology, KAST)
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Outdoor Learning
Camp Koolaree 2022 Annual General Meeting - December 10
6 pm-7:30 pm Community Potluck
7:30 pm-9 pm Annual General Meeting
Castlegar United Church
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The Outdoor Learning Virtual Workshop Seasonal Series
Registration is FREE and there will be plenty of draw prizes for attendees!
November 29, January 17, January 24,
January 31
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(Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network )
The Outdoor Learning Store now has a new teaching resource available: " Educator's Edition of the Climate Solutions Board Game"
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(Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network)
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City of Nelson News
The City of Nelson is requesting Proposals from qualified Proponents for the supply of an E-house building
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(City of Nelson)
Nelson Hydro - 2023 Budget and Rate Presentation - regarding rate changes coming into effect for customers in 2023, followed by a question period. December 1
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City of Nelson Angel Program
Help out seniors or those with mobility issues who are unable to clear their own public sidewalks due to physical limitations. We will connect an Angel volunteer with the resident to assist with the removal of snow and debris from their sidewalk. The term will run from October to April every year with requests being weather-dependent.
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RDCK News
RDCK Board Meeting - November 2022 Highlights
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RDCK Board 2002 Meetings Schedule
9 a.m. in the Regional District Board Room, 202 Lakeside Drive
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Police News
We list updates from Nelson RCMP, Nelson City Police, Castlegar & Trail RCMP,
whenever they post a press release
Trail and Greater District RCMP weekly report 2022-11-22
- Trail RCMP Make Firearm and Drug Seizure.
- Trail RCMP Arrests Aggressive Guest
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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that is poisonous to humans. It is known as the “silent killer” because humans cannot tell when they are around it, but it can be very dangerous and deadly.
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(Nelson Fire Rescue)
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The Salmo Volunteer Fire Department is looking for expressions of interest from within our area to join our dynamic and positive team of volunteer firefighters. Community-orientated applicants committed to the well-being and safety of the community are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Classes and Learning
Bringing Tech to the Public
The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy implements a far-reaching project to bring tech to the public, along with the know-how to use it.
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(CBAL)
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Senior's News
Adopt A Senior Nelson - The goal of this volunteer group is to provide seniors who live in long-term care or alone, with gifts throughout the year so they know that their community cares.
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Nelson Seniors Centre Membership Drive Purchase your all-activity $20 membership for 2023 and receive November & December 2022 free.
Click for more information
Free Property Maintenance for 70+ seniors and those with mobility issues
Vegetation management, at no cost, to seniors & elders aged 70+, people with mobility issues and other vulnerable populations. We will come to your home, help you assess your property and provide a personalized FireSmart evaluation.
Call 250-352-8116 for more info & to schedule!
Click for more
(Nelson Fire & Rescue Services)
Learning in Retirement Facebook Page
LIR offers our 50+ community the opportunity to explore old and new interests in a relaxed and stimulative learning environment. This Facebook page is for members to share common interests and inquiries and offers of assistance.
Click for more
(Selkirk College)
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Recent Newsletters
Other Community Newsletters further down
Kootenay Association for Science and Technology November newsletter
Click to read
AFKO Newsletter - November 2022
Click to read
The Cube Climbing Centre
November 2022 Newsletter
Click to read
City of Nelson and Nelson Hydro E-Newsletter - Subscribe to receive Newsletters.
Click to subscribe
Coming up this month at the Capitol Theatre - A month of Music and the return of the Panto!
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Kootenay Rideshare
Makes it easy and fun to share and arrange rides. 100% free to use for drivers and riders. Arrange rides between towns anywhere in North America quickly and without hassle.
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Medical Transportation from Kaslo
Helping Hand Trust
Helping Adults in need in Kaslo and Area D who need to travel for medical appointments or treatment.
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Buses
West Kootenay Transit System Schedules and Trackers
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Rentals Available
Housing can be tricky in Nelson & Area, so The Nelson Public Library has compiled some resources for you. This is an incredible resource of links to many contacts for available housing.
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(Nelson Public Library)
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How to use the Neighborhood Electric Vehicle from Kootenay Carshare Cooperative
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Bears! And more! at Six Mile in late November - A bear walked by my home on November 23 - pretty late for bears to be out eh?? These wildlife trail cams show the videos of this bear, as well as: a Varied Thrush at the watering hole; a Stellar's Jay getting water off the ice; White-tailed Deer bucks and does and more
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(Kokanee Creek Nature Centre)
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LVTV Stream from LV Rogers High School. Video starts at 18:07
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(LVTV LVR, November 22, 2022)
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Novemberween's Right To The Ghost Of The Haunted Hallows with Grim Tricks Classical Haunted Grim Magic
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(Rhys Nybo)
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New Podcasts
Certified Diamond - Not gold, not platinum but DIAMOND, baby! Our first MP3 player mix. It's.. a doozy.
Click to listen to podcast
(Show Us Your Mix)
New Video Channels
Jason Mannings
Jason Mannings (he/they) is a British Columbian director, cinematographer, and artist. They focus on developing feature narrative films, directing creative documentaries, and exploring experimental film & analog photography
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Selkirk College
Click for video channel
Adrian Wagner
Click for Facebook channel
Click for Youtube channel
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New Podcast Channels
Hear & there podcast channel - "Follow us through a series of byte-sized podcasts that offer an insight into what you can experience from arts to activities in the Nelson & Kootenay Lake region."
Click to visit channel
(Nelson & KootenayLake Tourism)
My Climate Dilemma Podcast
A series of conversations exploring dilemmas regular people have related to climate change.
Click to visit channel
Hosted by Yael Finer (Creator of Nelson City Election Podcast)
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Alt.Rockers Friendly Giants Releases Haunting Call To The Past With “Dancing By Myself”
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Rural Artist Support Weekend - Online Returns in 2023 with a new set of FREE professional development workshops for artists! November 27
12:00 - 1:00 Sustainable Social Media Strategies for Artists
1:00 - 2:00 Graphic Design in the Post-Apocalypse Era
2:00 - 3:00 Intro to Amplify BC Funding Programs
3:00 - 4:00 Telling Your Story: How to Access Grants as a Rural Artist
Click for event
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(Nelson & District Arts Council)
West Kootenay Arts Council is offering free online workshops - Which workshop(s) will you pick?
Click for list of workshops
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Christmas at The Gallery - Join us at the Gallery for our annual holiday exhibition and sale. We have invited hundreds of local artisans to display their unique, hand-crafted items. The sale stretches throughout the Gift Shop and both galleries to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. at the Kootenay Gallery of Art - Castlegar - Until December 24
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Blackbird's Punk Flea Market!
Community talent at Passmore Hall. Looking for all artists, makers, speakers, queers, weirdos and losers to come and share their magic with our Community! Send your submission to Blackbirdartssociety@gmail.com before December 3, 2022
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A Play on Birds Art Exhibit at the Nelson Library. The show continues until the end of December and copies of the book A Play on Birds will be available to purchase at the Nelson Library.
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Oxygen Art Centre is Calling for Submissions for their exhibition and residency programs. They are interested in receiving applications that present your practice, interests, and research questions. Deadline: December 3, 2022
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The Polka Dot Dragon Lantern Festival is looking for artists. $300 honorariums to artists and community members who would like to participate. The deadline for applications is November 30. The festival will happen on February 19th, 2023, 5-7 pm. Lakeside Park
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November 26
The Whole School in Winlaw has issued an Artist Call for a pop-up Market.
Click for more info
November 26
St Saviours Christmas Market & Bake Sale - 11-3 pm
St.Saviour's Anglican Pro-Cathedral -
Cedar & Pine Cone Wreaths,
Festive Baking, Gallery of Gifts,
Join in the fun!
(corner of Ward & Silica St. Nelson)
November 26 & 27
Balfour Seniors Christmas Craft Fair Weekend - 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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November 26 & 27
Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market at Waneta Plaza Trail -
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November 26
The Whole School in Winlaw has issued an Artist Call for a pop-up Market on Saturday,
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November 26 -
Silverton Holiday Market
10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Beautiful goods and gifts made by hand, Local artisans, makers and bakers
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(Handmade Heart)
November 27
Procter Christmas Craft Fair - 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The Procter Hall
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November 27
Pop-up market at the Dancing Bear Inn
10:30 AM - 3 PM. - Come & join us for a magical pop-up market on Baker Street….Let the holiday shopping commence
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December 2
Pop-up Christmas Market
The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op,
4 PM – 8 PM, Pick up a Christmas Gift and meet with Nelson's Artisans at Work. The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op's artisan baker will discuss all things bread!
Live music by Véronique Trudel.
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(The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op)
December 3
Taghum Hall’s Winter Celebration
Handcrafted items, entertainment, twinkly fun & merriment! 2 - 7 pm
Admission by donation
For more info: taghumhall@shaw.ca
December 3
Waldorf Winter Faire - As the darkest part of the year approaches, the Nelson Waldorf School invites you to join us for a wholesome celebration of the magical winter season. Artisan's Market and more
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December 3
Mount Sentinel School. Christmas Craft Fair - 10:00 - 4:00 - A fundraiser for Mount Sentinel School Graduation 2023 - Pictures with Santa, Bake sale, and Crafts
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December 4
Christmas Market
At the Royal, Nelson - Dozens of local artisans and creators take over the space to offer unique, locally crafted items.
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Until December 24
Christmas at The Gallery - Join us at the Gallery for our annual holiday exhibition and sale. We have invited hundreds of local artisans to display their unique, hand-crafted items. The sale stretches throughout the Gift Shop and both galleries to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. at the Kootenay Gallery of Art - Castlegar -
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December 8
Holiday Pop-up Market at Selkirk College Silver King Campus - Join us and find some great holiday gifts this year! Local artists will be selling their arts and crafts.
Open for the community
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(the SOAR Program)
December 9 & 10
Kootenay Artisan Fair Homespun Event at Rod N Gun Club - Shop 32 Handmade Vendors over 2 days - 10:00am to 5:00pm
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(Kootenay Artisan Fair)
December 10
Winter WILD LIFE Holiday Artisan Faire at Nelson School of Yoga, 102 Herridge Lane A curated holiday artisan faire offering unique items inspired by the natural world. Come find something special for your loved ones this year.- 1:00 to 5:00pm
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(Steph Kellett and Erin Thomson)
December 10 & 11
Jolly Old Elf Holiday Market
Vallican Whole Community Centre
Holiday Makers Market at the Vallican Whole Community Centre, featuring local arts & crafts people from the Slocan Valley!
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(Vallican Whole Community Centre)
December 10 & 11
Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market at Waneta Plaza Trail
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December 11
Punk Flea Market solstice edition
10 AM, Passmore Public Hall Association
A whole bunch of artists, makers, speakers, queers, weirdos and losers coming together to share their magic with our Community!
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(Passmore Public Hall Association)
December 17
A Crafty Christmas at 641 Baker St, Nelson - Offering new and resale/vintage clothing, pottery, apothecary, bath & body, music and good eats. All curated for your Christmas spirit.
Day Market - 10-2 PM
Night Market - 5-9 PM
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(Bazaar Collective)
December 17
Winlaw Winter Wonderland - Hosted at the Cedar Creek Gardens in front of Emery Herbals on the last Saturday of the month before Solstice this event showcases the most amazingly talented makers and Artists the Slocan Valley and Kootenay region has to offer., 10:00am to 3:00pm
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Oso Negro helping to raise funds for Nelson Community Services in celebration of their 50th Anniversary. Oso Negro has created a special edition NCS 50th Anniversary Medium Roast Organic Blend. Enjoy some delicious coffee & support NCS programs at the same time!
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(Nelson Community Services)
Nelson Friends of Afghan Refugees seeks to raise funds to bring an Afghan family to safety here in Canada. "We never thought a friend of ours would become a refugee, but Javed is in that position now, and we are asking for your help to get him and his family out of harm's way and into safety to make a new life here in Canada."
Click for more information & to donate
Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network is holing an Outdoor Experience Auction! In order to help provide financial support for our many charitable programs and initiatives, we have put together this auction featuring a wide variety of amazing outdoor experiences! Auction closes 7:00pm Sunday, December 4. (PT)
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Community Festive Evergreen Making Event. December 3, 11-2 pm - This is where we do the ALL work to collect all the greens and materials and you have ALL THE FUN making your own wreath, door swag or centrepiece! By donation. Supporting Nelson grans to grans.
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Support our Library
December 9, (2:00 to 5:30 pm) & December 10, (10:30 am to 4:30 pm)
Book sale at the Nelson Library - They're still accepting donations until December 2nd so if you have some gently used books, CDs, puzzles, games or DVDs, now is the time to drop them off!
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(Friends of the Nelson Library)
Support Our Kootenay Lake Hospital and the Light up The Hospital annual fundraising campaign - Your donation to the Light Up the Hospital! the campaign will support the purchase of a Central Monitoring System (CMS) for the Medical Ward.
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12 Days of Giving
Christmas Toy and Food Drive
Drop off an unwrapped new gift or book at the Nelson Police Department, Nelson Fire Department or Nelson BC Ambulance Station and receive a coupon for a free breakfast at the Adventure Hotel on Nov. 27th, 2022.
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Coldest Night of the Year - is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Join us on February 25, 2023 - team up, fundraise, walk, and gather for good... because it’s cold out there.
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(Nelson Cares Society)
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Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation is hosting a raffle - A chance to win a beautiful Canadian diamond necklace in a white and rose gold setting, valued at $980, donated by Ted Allen's Jewellery. Tickets are $20 ~ Only 100 tickets are available! To get your tickets to visit Ted Allen's or call 250-354-9515. The winner will be announced on Bounce Radio at 4:00 pm on December 2. All proceeds will be directed to the purchase of a Central Monitoring System for the Medical Ward at Kootenay Lake Hospital.
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Saint Saviours Food Bank Calendar Fundraiser. The calendars will be found at Otter Books, Ellison's Market, Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery Shop, Kootenay Co-op, Nelson Home Building and Kootenai Moon Furniture and Home Decor. A portion of the sales will go directly to support the work of the St. Saviour’s Food Pantry.
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2022 Nelson Toy Drive & Community Breakfast. At the Adventure Hotel. All donations benefit Local families with the help of Nelson First Responders, Nelson Community Food Centre, & Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
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(WLWP Wealth Planners & The Adventure Hotel)
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Nelson & area - GoFundMe campaigns
Support Aaron Banfield on his Cancer Journey In Spring of 2019 at age 37, Aaron received a diagnosis of colon cancer that would launch him on a challenging and transformative chapter of his life. Aaron has been semi-private about this experience, so we know this news may be a surprise to many.
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Emergency Housing Services are Looking for Donations - Nelson CARES Society Emergency Housing Services program is asking the community to clean out their closets, garages, and storage lockers and share their extra men’s clothing, warm blankets, towels, winter jackets, toques, gloves, socks and camping gear. Stepping Stones Emergency Shelter will need to supply their clients and other community members with these items for the upcoming cold and wet winter months.
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Pie Fundraiser for the Nelson Killjoys Roller Derby - We are cooking up something delicious to raise funds for our team! Get your order in today and help support your local Roller Derby! Fresh homemade - ready to bake - apple or blueberry pies, gingersnap & sugar cookies phone to order - 250-777-8535
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Covid-19 Updates
Due to changes in testing strategies in BC,
case counts in reports likely underestimate the number of COVID-19 cases.
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Covid Map of Cases
by Local Health Area - Including Nelson,
October 30 to November 5, 2022
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(BCCDC, Last updated: October 30, 2022, and updated every Thursday)
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BC COVID-19 Dashboard - A graphic illustration of COVID cases, hospitalizations and other data updated weekly every Thursday.
Includes number of currently hospitalized by health districts.
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For Sale
Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000 wired keyboard. USB A connection, plug and play, Windows 7 or higher. Like new, barely used, works great. $40, cash only. Text or call 250-551-3436 if interested. 12/2
Broan Fan Hood w/light still in box white 75.00. Carrier Weathermaker Infinity Natural Gas Furnace used for 2 years,1/2 hp motor, 80,000BTU heats 1200 sq.ft 800.00 phone Dorothy 250-825-4100 no texts 11/28
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Free Classifieds in What's On Weekly!
for private, non-commercial ads - maximum of 25ish words each - West Kootenay residents and non-profit organizations only.
One ad per person each edition. Each ad will run for four editions, (unless you specify less). You can then run a new ad or resubmit the ad you just ran.
Deadlines are every Sunday and Wednesday at noon for the following Tuesday and Friday editions.
Email your classified to: express@expressnews.bc.ca
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Becoming a BC Wildfire Service firefighter - Applications to become a firefighter with the BC Wildfire Service for the 2023 wildfire season are now open.
Click for more info and to apply
Kootenay Dance Camp seeks a cook who is experienced with cooking for large groups in remote settings. Four-day "Dances of Universal Peace" spiritual retreat. Aug. 31-Sept 4, 2023. 60 people. Wage is 1500. You will have an assistant cook. For more infor or to apply send email to: pippabowley2@gmail.com. 12/6
RDCK is seeking a Resource Recovery
Projects Advisor -Provide procurement leadership, project management, and operational support for the Resource Recovery Department. Applications are accepted until 9:00am, November 15
Click for job description & to apply
Click for other jobs within the RDCK
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Child Care Casuals List
The West Kootenay CCRR is collecting names of individuals looking to work as casual, on-call staff in licensed childcare settings.
Click for more info and to register
Jobs with The City of Nelson
- General Manager of Community Planning, Climate, Public Safety and Infrastructure
- Constable - Full-Time and Casual
- Casual Police Dispatcher
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(City of Nelson)
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Constantly Updated Job Boards
Many Jobs Available Now!
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Kootenay Career Development Society
provides a wide array of jobs throughout the Kootenays. "Centre that empowers individuals, employers and communities economically and socially through career development, employment counselling and human resource planning."
Click to view job board
Kootenay Society for Community Living has a variety of jobs available in Nelson, Castlegar, Grand Forks and Creston.
Click to view jobs
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
At BCCF we hire staff for our conservation projects as funding becomes available. Jobs available in Nelson, Rossland, Kaslo and other W. Kootenay communities
Click for listings
BC Hydro
"From working deep in a generating station, to working atop a power pole, we offer challenging careers to help you reach your potential."
Click to view job board
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
A federally registered charity dedicated to the conservation and stewardship of British Columbia's ecosystems and species.
At BCCF we hire staff for our conservation projects as funding becomes available.
Click to view job board
Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network has updated their Job & Volunteer Board. All opportunities listed are connected with the environmental sector, and can be undertaken in the Canadian Columbia Basin.
Click to view job board
Fortis BC Job Board
The province’s largest energy provider. Provides jobs all over the Kootenays
Click to view job board
Golden Life Management Job Board
A provider of seniors living communities. "Our goal is to support seniors of all ages and abilities in their efforts to live their best life possible. To do so, we provide innovative buildings, impeccable hospitality services, and compassionate personal care."
Click to view job board
Interior Health has job openings in Nelson, Trail, and Castlegar - etc.
(filter by city)
Click for more info
Kootenay Co-op
Nelson's Co-op Grocery is always looking for awesome people who can bring their skill set and vibrancy to join our team.
Click for listings
Skills Centre
a not-for-profit strengthening rural and industrial communities and workplaces in BC through workplace skills development, training services and social development programming.
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Kootenay Job Board
Facebook Group where anyone in the Kootenays can post their available jobs.
Click to view job board
Kootenay Parks Job Board
Seasonal positions in the Kootenays, including Kokanee Creek Park
Click to view job board
Make a Future
Lists all jobs in BC Education.
filter for location to find School District 8 or other areas.
Click to view job board
The City of Nelson has a variety of jobs available
Click for list and to apply
Nelson Cares Society has many jobs available in our community
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Nelson and area Job Bank
Listing of jobs near Nelson
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(Government of Canada)
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary - Many jobs available now
Click for listing
RDCK Job Board has employment opportunities all over the West Kootenay
Click for Job Listings
Selkirk Students Co-op Jobs
Co-op education fosters partnerships between students, employers and institution; to bring classroom learning into the workplace.
Click for more info
Selkirk College Staff Job Board
Provides careers in Nelson, Castlegar, and Trail.
Click to view job board
Skills Centre - Are you looking for a job? Check out our job board. Then look at the programs we offer for skills training, certifications & help to find the right job for you. This site hosts many available local jobs
Click to find a local job
W.E. Graham Community Service Society Job Board - Current job postings will be posted below as they arise.
Click for list of jobs
WorkBC Is Open! - Looking for Employment? We can help!
All of our services are available online during the COVID-19 pandemic - resources for people look for employment
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(WorkBC Centre)
Welcome to the Skills Centre - The Skills Centre is a not-for-profit strengthening rural and industrial communities and workplaces in BC through workplace skills development, training services and social development programming. Find a Job - Post a Job
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The Salmo Volunteer Fire Department is looking for expressions of interest from within our area to join our dynamic and positive team of volunteer firefighters. Community-orientated applicants committed to the well-being and safety of the community are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Kootenay Parents Circle of Support
Seeking Volunteers
to support families with new babies
Mothers, grandmothers,
people with infant experience
Please call Apple Tree Maternity at
(250) 354-3884 or
Email appletreematernity@gmail.com
Looking for a great volunteer experience? Join the homework club team and get training in mentoring and supporting youth! Free training for volunteer tutors - helping students ages 9-14 with homework support, reading and math at the Nelson& District Youth Centre - Thursdays, 3:300 to 4:40:30 PM
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(Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy - Nelson)
City of Nelson Angel Program - Leaves and Snow clearing. The City of Nelson will connect Angel volunteers with residents (seniors or those with mobility issues) to assist with the removal of snow and debris from their sidewalks.
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Volunteer with Nelson NatureKids Club and help connect families with nature. We are looking for adult and youth volunteers to help the club.
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Nelson Public Library seeks new Trustees for the library board. If you’re a Nelson resident becoming a Library Trustee can be a rewarding way to help shape this valued community service.
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(Nelson Public Library)
Become a Nav-Care Volunteer
Volunteers provide social, emotional, and practical support, including helping clients to create connections to the community while providing caring and consistent emotional support. Areas of services: Nelson and areas, Salmo and areas, Nakusp and areas and the Slocan Valley.
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Nelson CARES Society is seeking new board members - Have you ever considered joining a board? There are lots of great organizations that would be thrilled to have you. Including Nelson CARES Society.
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Local Groups need Volunteers
Get inspired to give to your local non-profit community service agency. A ever growing list of organization that have volunteer opportunities.
Click to access list
(Kootenay Boundary Community Services Co-operative)
Nelson Special Olympics is currently looking for coaches and volunteers for bowling, floor hockey, snow shoeing and skiing!! Come join the fun!
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Kootenay Co-op Community Grants
"Our Community Grants Program offers 4 community grants, each valued up to $500, for community projects or initiatives that help strengthen and support our local community." Community Grants are available to local organizations for community projects, programs or initiatives. Applications are due: February 1st, May 1st, August 1st, November 1st of every year. You can apply anytime.
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KidSport Nelson provides grants to help cover the costs of registration fees so that all kids aged 18 and under in Nelson can play a season of sport. Our chapter accepts applications and administers grants of up to $500 per child/year,
Click for more info and to apply for a grant
Grants and Programs Directory from the Columbia Basin Trust - An easy to navigate through the many programs available in the Columbia Basin
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Newsletters
Is your newsletter missing? Email (express@expressnews.bc.ca) us a link & we will include it.
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Association des francophones
des Kootenays Ouest
Les P’tits matins and Méli-Mélo : radio en français
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Circle of Indigenous Nations Society
an Aboriginal non-profit society that provides cultural support and counselling services to people in the West Kootenay and Boundary region
Click for monthly calendar
Family Support Institute
Events that connect communities & resources for families of people with disabilities in BC.
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Kaslo & District Public Library
Currently, no upcoming events
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Kootenay Coop Radio
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Kootenay Association for Science & Technology
Kids Learning Code, Women in Tech, and Coding Basics.
Click for Monthly Calendar
Kutenai Art Therapy Institute
Art Therapy Group for Parents, Open Studio, and Online Art Therapy
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Nelson Baseball Association
Pirates, Yankees and Rookie games
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Nelson and District Riding Club
Pony and horse riding practices and events
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Nelson Garbage & Recycling Collection Schedule
Nelson Public Library
Family Storytime, From the Heart Learning Circles, Mother-Daughter Book Club, Podcast Club and more!
Click for Monthly Calendar
Nelson Seniors' Centre
Always looking for more participants for bridge, crib, euchre, Scrabble, and chess.
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Pool Schedule for the NDCC up to December 17
Selkirk College Campus Recreation
Yoga, Volleyball, Archery and more
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Slocan Lake Arts Council
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Business Education
Basin Business Advisor Program
Webinars on running your own business
Click for Calendar
Community Futures East Kootenay
How to start a business, Facebook for Business, Social Media Basics
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Make-A-Change Canada Free Webinars
Hiring Strategies, Tech literacy, Special Speakers and more!
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Kootenay Resources
A Creation of What's On Weekly
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Emergency Contacts & Resources
Call 911 if you are in a health, fire or other emergency
To report a fire, call 1 800 663 5555 toll free or 5555
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Sign-Up Today for Nelson Emergency Notifications!
Be Prepared, Be informed!
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From the City of Nelson
Emergency Notification System - Register to receive emergency notifications, Voyent Alert offers a user-friendly experience with a smartphone app, and the ability to receive a detailed map of the affected area. The system also supports text messaging and phone calls.
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From Regional District of Central Kootenay
Business Disaster Action Plan
BizDAP is a planning and info resource to help South Kootenay businesses and residents prepare for, navigate through, and financially recover from the next disaster or catastrophic event.
Click for more
(Community Futures Trail)
Prepare for your pets - During an emergency, you and your animal companion(s) may be on your own for several days, and your pets will be relying on you to help them through it.
Preparing for your pets is just as important as preparing for the human members in your household.
Click for more info
(PreparedBC)
For up to date fire info and emergency services from BC Wildfire Service
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BC Wildfire Service Facebook Page
Provides updates on wildfires and action being taken to mitigate them
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Last–Minute Checklist for Protecting Your Home and Property from Wildfire
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From FireSmart Canada
Household Preparedness Guide. What to do in case of an emergency (PDF)
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From PreparedBC
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Build an emergency kit & grab-n-go bag
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(Province of BC)
In case of a power outage, For current updates, please call our 24 hr outage line at
1 877 324 9376.
(Nelson Hydro)
RDCK Emergency Management resources
A walkthrough on the different steps to take in an emergency
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From Regional District of Central Kootenay
Emergency & Safety resources from the City of Nelson
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BC Government preparedness plan for heat events, heat alert
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(Province of BC)
RDCK Emergency Notification System
Click to sign up or call 250 352 7701
(Regional District of Central Kootenay)
City of Nelson Emergency Notification System.
Click to sign up
(City of Nelson)
Community Futures introduces new disaster planning tool to help businesses prepare for unexpected emergencies
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RDCK encourages residents to be flood prepared. With snowpack levels the highest the province has experienced since 2012, the risk of flooding in the Regional District of Central Kootenay continues to increase.
Click for more info
(RDCK)
Recommended Method for Sandbag Diking
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(RDCK)
In case of a power outage, For current updates, please call the 24 hr outage line at 1-877-324-9376.
(Nelson Hydro)
Fortis BC Current Outage Map
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Call 811 for BC Nurses hotline to ask medical questions
Call 9-1-1 if you are in a health, fire or other emergency.
To report a wildfire, unattended campfire, or open burning violation, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or *5555
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) if you are considering suicide or are concerned about someone who may be.
Poison Control 1-800-567-8911
From Health Link BC
Mental Health Support at 310-6789 (no area code needed) for emotional support, info and resources specific to mental health.
Kid’s Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 to speak to a professional counsellor, 24 hours a day.
Dial 211 for finding help, by connecting you to programs and services in your community.
A service of BC211
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Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service at 1-800-663-1441 (toll-free in B.C.) to find resources and support.
Nelson Police Department
250-354-3919 in non-emergencies
Nelson Fire and Rescue Services
250-352-3103 in non-emergencies
Nelson Women's Centre
Provides free education, workshops and resources to the Nelson Community.
250-352-9916
Aimee Beaulieu Transition House provides emergency safe shelter and support for self identifying women and children leaving domestic violence and abuse
250-352-3504
Brittny Anderson - MLA for Nelson-Creston and the Premier's Special Advisor on Youth.
Facebook
Website
Rob Morrison - Member of Parliament for Kootenay-Columbia
Facebook
Website
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Wildfire Resources
To report a wildfire, unattended campfire, or open burning violation,
call 1800 663 5555 toll free, or 5555
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"Here are the five things we need from you when you report smoke"
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From John Erickson - Wildland Firefighter at BC Wildfire Service
Wildfires Interactive Map
an updated map showing the status of all wildfires in British Columbia
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From BC Fire Info
B.C. Wildfire Dashboard - data updated every two hours. Fires this week. Active fires
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From Province of BC
Air Quality Health Index - What's the Air Like Today in Castlegar?
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From BC Air Quality
Get Prepared for a Wildfire in British Columbia
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From EmergencyInfoBC
Wildfire smoke and your health
Provides Symptoms of smoke exposure, how to protect your health during a wildfire
how to stay cool during a smoke and heat event and factsheets on wildfire smoke
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From the Government of Canada
Wildfire smoke 101: Using an air purifier to filter wildfire smoke
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From the Government of Canada
Free Firesmart Services to seniors 70+
The FireSmart Seniors program is designed to assist vulnerable community members participate in fire hazard reduction on their homes and properties
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Free Property Maintenance - (FireSmart) for seniors and elders aged 70+, people with mobility issues and other vulnerable populations.
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(Nelson Fire Rescue)
What to put in your "Grab & go bag"
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(Balfour Harrop Fire Rescue)
Video - How to report a wildfire using the BC Wildfire Service mobile app
Click to watch video
Nelson Fire and Rescue Services now offers free FireSmart Home/Property Visits for property assessment and risk evaluation of the exterior of your home. 250 352 3103
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(Nelson Fire Rescue)
Landscape your property and be Firesmart
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(Firesmart BC)
Get the App - The OFFICIAL BC Wildfire Service App provides real-time wildfire information to the public on their mobile device.
Click for Google Play
Click for IOS
(BC Wildfire Service)
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Southeast Fire Centre bans and restrictions. View all bans and restrictions for the Southeast Fire Centre, located in Castlegar and extending from the U.S. border to Mica Dam and from the Okanagan Highlands/west side of the Monashee Mountains to the B.C./Alberta border.
Click for more
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Other Fire Resources
Nelson Fire & Rescue Services is offering FREE home assessments to check the fire resiliency of your home for you. Call 250 352 8116 to book now!
Take the FireSmart 101 course homeowners can take control in protecting their home and community.
Click to take course
(Suggested by Nelson Fire Rescue)
FireSmart BC Homeowner's Manual
Reduce the potential impacts of wildfire on your home
Click to read or to download pdf
(British Columbia Fire Smart)
Learn how to FireSmart your property using the FireSmart BC Landscaping Hub today!
Click to read
(Nelson Fire & Rescue Services)
Fire Safety advice from Blewett Fire Department. Hot exhausts and catalytic converters can cause fires in long grass, think about where you park especially away from your drive or street. Hot cars on top of dry grass are a very real threat, especially in this current climate. Stay safe Neighbours
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Physical Health
Health Gateway is a new, secure app version of the Health Gateway website that anyone can download
Use it to access your:
- Prescription medications;
- Lab results, including blood tests and COVID-19 test results;
- Health visits, including the date of the visit and the provider’s name
- Immunization records
Click for more
(Government of BC)
FETCH - For everything that's Community Health in Kootenay Boundary
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From FETCH Kootenay Boundary
Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association (KERPA) whose mandate is saving lives and helping the most critically ill and injured patients in our community.
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Nelson & District Hospice Society
"We provide supports to help improve the quality of life for individuals and caregivers facing serious illness, whether from a new diagnosis or worsening of a life-threatening illness or the worsening of a chronic illness. Our supports are available free of charge and we work in people’s homes, in residential care and in hospitals. We also support people who are grieving after the death of a loved one. Call 250 352 2337 or email info@nsonhospice.org
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Interior Health Media Releases
updated daily
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From Interior Health
How to recognize if you or others are having a heart attack
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(Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association - KERPA)
Mental Health
Nelson & District Women's Centre - The Women’s Centre provides space, support, free resources, referrals and engagement opportunities for all women. In particular, the women’s only Drop-In provides a safe and supportive environment.
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Intercultural Kootenays - Intercultural Kootenays aims to help build and maintain inclusive and non-discriminatory communities by addressing the root causes of racism, hate and discrimination and building intercultural competencies, while supporting people experiencing inequitable treatment.
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REACH OUT in the Kootenays
Accessible Low-cost/No-cost Counselling & Mental Health + HelpLine + Education
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West Kootenay Boundary Caregiver Support - We provide tailored support for caregivers of higher-needs seniors living in the community. We help caregivers to prevent burnout and/or assist with recovery.
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The Advocacy Centre -
The Advocacy Centre is a non-profit, community-based organization that provides legal info, education and problem solving for low-income residents of the West Kootenays.
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"Economic Trust of the Southern Interior is a resource for economic development in the Southern Interior of BC. They host economic and census info profiling all our communities, including the RDCK.
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Directory of Local Social Services
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From Nelson Committee on Homelessness (NCOH), Update December 10, 2021
List of current water advisories in the Central Kootenay Area
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From the RDCK, Update July 15
The Columbia Basin Institute of Regional History is a non-profit history society dedicated to furthering the documentation and presentation of our region's human and natural history. Explore over 20,000 images and other archives
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Find child care in Nelson with Child Care map
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From the Government of British Columbia
Resources and info for parents and educators about children starting kindergarten & school.
Kootenay Kids website
The Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) administers and manages arts and culture granting programs on behalf of the Columbia Basin Trust.
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Columbia Basin Climate Source
Climate information resource for the Columbia Basin Boundary Region
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Harvest Rescue is a program to collect excess fruit grown by our community - The fruit is then distributed to those in need and it also helps to keep down bear attractants.
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(Nelson Community Food Centre)
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West Kootenay Boundary Caregiver Support - Peer Support Groups
Are you an unpaid family/friend caregiver 19+, caring for someone 55+? We are here to support you! We have an online peer group and an in-person peer group in Nelson.
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Street Reach is a resource for those in need in our community. Free Haircuts, Teeth Clinic & much more
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Nelson Seniors Centre offers crib, bridge, chair yoga, Tai Chi, snooker, rug hooking, knitting, chess, and book club to their members 55+ (other ages accepted on approval). Looking for more players for crib, bridge, euchre, Scrabble, and chess.
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Seniors Resources available from Kootenay Seniors
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“Seniors One-Stop – Information for Seniors”
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City of Nelson Art Rental Program - Background, Submission Guidelines & Rental Conditions
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The Basin - A resource of Columbia Basin Trust, learn more about our region, from its rivers and mountains to its history.
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The Slocan Valley Legacy Fund - dedicated to building a living legacy that supports a resilient, vital, and healthy community.
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Kootenay Mountaineering Club - Volunteers organise outdoor activities year-round including hiking, climbing, skiing, mountain biking trips, week-long climbing/skiing/hiking camps, and various courses on basic outdoor skills. Our volunteers also maintain four cabins in the Bonnington Range and we are involved in trail development and maintenance.
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Artists of the Kootenays Directory - feature Artisans of all kinds within the Kootenays - networking, resource and promoting platform
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Take a Course - WildSafeBC Bear Safety When Recreating - Key info on how to avoid conflicts with bears and stay safe when recreating in British Columbia.
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(WildSafeBC)
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What to do if you encounter bears in your neighbourhood.
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(The Nelson Police Department)
Number of black bears killed in BC communities - including Nelson - Data sourced
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(BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy)
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Up-to-date Weather Info, Warnings & Maps
The following maps and information are updated often
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Fire Smoke Map - updated in real-time Welcome to the Canadian portal for info about wildland fire weather and smoke. From here you can access the BlueSky Canada smoke forecasts, fire weather forecasts, fire information, and the BlueSky Playground. The Weather Forecast Research Team at the University of British Columbia produces these research forecasts with support from multiple agencies.
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(FireSmoke Canada)
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BC Wild fire Dashboard - up to date info on current BC fires
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(Province of BC)
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Kootenay Lake levels - updated often
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(Fortis BC)
Flightradar24 - Keeps track of all planes around the world, including the fire fighting planes around here - in real time
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Air Quality Index Map - Nelson and Area
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(PurpleAir )
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Emergency Information
Current notices about emergency declarations, emergency alerts, orders and rescinds, and updates from the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) while the EOC is active.
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(RDCK)
Lyme Disease risk area search live map Enter an address or place name to determine the risk areas of Lyme disease in British Columbia.
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(BCCDC)
Road and highway info - up to date provided by YRB Kootenay
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