Thursday, November 24

Our Museum's Future:

"Where We Stand" - Opening tonight - 7:00 pm - The newest gallery exhibition explores the past, present, and future of the Museum. Admission is FREE, and refreshments are served.

(Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery)

Véronique Trudel - poésie et musique at Booksmyth Used Books

7:30 pm & 9pm

Click to buy tickets

(Véronique Trudel - musique)

Nelson City Council Meetings

Committee of the Whole 7:00 PM

Special Regular Council meeting 4:30 PM

Click for calendar

LlL & the get down-after-work dance party at Finley's - Enjoy an evening of Soul music with Laura Landsberg on Vocals, Gary Edighoffer on Saxophone, Darren Mahe on Guitar, Paul Landsberg on Bass, and Steven Parish on Drums.

(Laura Landsberg)

Kootenay - Columbia Christmas Craft Faire at the Castlegar & District Recreation Complex - Friday 10 am, 8 p.m Nov. 18 - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nov. 19

(Gary Verigin)

CANCELLED - ~~Chris Chart – Looking After Your Aging Pet~~ -

(Learning in Retirement, Selkirk College)

The Selkirk Spinners and Weavers Guild Shop will be open at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre - Castlegar - Friday, November 18: 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Saturday, November 19: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

(Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild)

Christmas at The Gallery - Opening Celebration Today 12:00 to 8:00 pm

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

November 12 to December 24

Fresh Faced Follies at the The Royal - Nelson - Burlesque - Featuring fantastic Debut Acts and Group Performance in this Student Showcase! As well as appearances from teachers LeeLee and Vivian.

Movies

"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 5:00 PM

(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)

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

Morning Drop-In Playgroups

for families with children (0-5 years)

Fridays: Playgroup, 9:30-11:00AM

Click for Facebook page

(Kootenay Kids Society)

Saturday, November 19

Open-House Tea for Ramona Faust: for the amazing job she did as our RDCK Area E Director. (You're welcome to bring goodies if you wish) 2 pm - 5 pmThe Procter Hall

Procter Community Society

proctercsociety2022@gmail.com

The Selkirk Spinners and Weavers Guild Shop will be open at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre - Castlegar, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

(Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild)

Kootenay - Columbia Christmas Craft Faire at the Castlegar & District Recreation Complex - Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m Nov. 18 - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nov. 19

(Gary Verigin)

10th annual Kootenay Artisan Fair

November 18-20. 10 AM - 6:00 PM

3$ a day, or $5 3-day wristband.

Ages 12 and under have free entry.

At the Prestige Nelson

Nelson United Church Christmas Bazaar

1-3 pm

Moms and makers pop up - 318 Anderson acorn + oak cafe - This cozy cafe is bringing in some first-time momtrepreneurs, some old-school professionals and lots in between.

(acorn + oak cafe)

Taghum Hall’s Crafts for the Kitchen 1

4 pm, Make a cuddly Waldorf doll with Susan Forster

$40 includes supplies

To register email taghumhall@shaw.ca

Songwriters Unite!- a musical experience where 4 Songwriters share the stage, their stories and songs. at Slocan Lake Arts Centre in Silverton

(Tractorgrease Cafe)

November Charity Run (69km) starting at Lakeside Park, Nelson, BC and ending at Gyro Park in Trail BC, 7:00 PM

(Neil Farynowski and Roger Hull)

Movies

"Triangle of Sadness"- at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. - 4:00 PM

(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)

"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 7:00 PM

(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)

Sunday, November 20

10th annual Kootenay Artisan Fair

November 18-20. 10 AM - 6:00 PM

3$ a day, or $5 3 day wristband.

Ages 12 and under free entry.

At the Prestige Nelson

Taghum Hall’s Crafts for the Kitchen November 19 & 20 - 1 - 4pm - Make a cuddly Waldorf doll with Susan Forster

$40 includes supplies

To register email taghumhall@shaw.ca

Movies

"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 4:00 PM

(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)

Every Sunday

Ultimate Frisbee! Drop-in $3.00 at Salmo Recreation Gymnasium

Every Sunday

(RDCK, Salmo Recreation)

Family Support Institute Meetings - Free

Dads Supporting Dads 7:00 - 8:30 AM

(Family Support Institute of BC)

Monday, November 21

Risking Light: Commemorating Restorative Justice Week - Risking Light is a thought-provoking documentary that explores resilience, and the painful process of moving from grief to compassion and forgiveness. 7:00 PM at the Capitol Theatre Pay What You Can $5, $10, or $15

Click for press relase

(Capitol Theatre)

Looking to get a flu shot? Haven't been able to make an appointment yet? No worries, we've got you covered! Come to ANKORS 10AM-12PM for our on-site flu shot clinic. The clinic will be held at 101 Baker St. We will have a nurse on-site offering flu shots, and there is no need to book an appointment in advance, simply drop by! This clinic is open to clients, guests, community members, volunteers, and ANKORS staff. Call 250-505-5506 or email information@ankors.bc.ca if you have any questions!

(Ankors Education West)

The Barra MacNeils -Trail

7:30 pm - 9:20 pm, The Bailey Theatre

Click here for more information

(Trail and District Arts Council)

Every Monday

Bridge players welcome at 12:45 pm in the Nelson Seniors Centre

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

FASD Themed Series: The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Transitioning to CLBC 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

(Family Support Institute of BC)

Tuesday, November 22

Begonia - Begonia’s Alexa Dirks has never been able to fit into the box of being a “conventional woman”. “I’m loud, I’m awkward and I’ve always taken up space. I’ve done things my whole life that some people would tell me weren’t appropriate ‘for a girl.” That narrative that once tore Dirks down is now what empowers her to take charge of her own story, in her own way.

Click for press release

(The Capitol Theatre)

Free Crevasse Rescue Practice at Selkirk College, 10th street campus, Nelson BC - The skills covered are useful for both summer and winter glacier travel and include improvised rescue systems, roping up, rope ascending, anchor building, glacier morphology, navigation, route selection, etc. The evening is free however, donations are accepted to cover for the gym rental. Any excess donations will go to our beloved Nelson Search and Rescue group.

(Summit Mountain Guides)

Bringing the Salmon Home | Virtual event - 10:00 am to 11:30 AM - Bringing the Salmon Home: The Columbia River Salmon Reintroduction Initiative is the Indigenous-led collaboration of the Syilx Okanagan Nation, Ktunaxa Nation, Secwépemc Nation, Canada and British Columbia to return salmon to this river.

(Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative)

Wait's On Nelson hosts a free community meal every month

Next meal is Tues Nov. 22nd, 5:30pm

323 Nelson Ave, Nelson BC, All are welcome!

Digital Drawing Basics Workshop for Teens

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, Nelson Public Library

Learn all the basics of how to draw using Photoshop!

Starting Fresh: How to Find Your First Job' 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Online

How to build resiliency through your job search process.

(Make a Change Canada)

Movies

"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 7:00 PM

(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)

Every Tuesday

Adventure Time is back!

Starting this Thursday and running 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

Youth Art Club at the Nelson and District Youth Centre - Calling all youth ages 12-18 to join

4:00pm

(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

(Association des Francophones des Kootenays Ouest)

Morning Drop-In Playgroups for families with children 0-5 years

Storytelling, 9:30-11am

Click for Facebook Page

(Kootenay Kids Society)

Book Babies at the Nelson Public Library

Every Tuesday at 10:30 AM

Afterschool Crafternoon at the Nelson Public Library Every Tuesday at 3:30 PM

fun STEAM stations and a different craft every week!

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

(Nelson Youth Action Network)

Family Support Institute Meetings - Free

Family Hangout 6:30 - 7:30

Single Parent Hangout 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

(Family Support Institute of BC)

Wednesday, November 23

Letter Writing Night at Notably’s Nelson Get those holiday cards and letters written! Bring your own supplies, or shop at the time and get a discount! There will also be a typewriter, fountain pen, and a wax seal stamp available to use! $7.00 Tea & Treats provided.

Cooking class - Taste of North India - In-person! Wed. Nov 23, 6:00 – 8:00 pm @ the Kootenay Co-op’s teaching kitchen

Join chef Rahul Joshi and learn the history behind and how to prepare the most famous North Indian curry, Murgh Makhani, and Lachha Paratha

(Kootenay Co-op)

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

(Association des Francophones des Kootenays Ouest)

Open Mic - every Wednesday at Mama Sita's Winlaw. 6:00 PM 'til closing

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.

(Art Therapy In Real Life)

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 here for more information

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.

Family Support Institute Meetings - Free

Transitioning to Adulthood Series: STADD

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Non-Speaking Autism 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

(Family Support Institute of BC)

Thursday, November 24

Zoubi, Queen Bonobo, Molly Jo at the The Royal - Nelson 7:00 pm - Zoubi enchants their audience with authentic personal anecdotes and when performing as a band, Zoubi and The Sea meld folk-pop tones with a gritty, jazzy swing.

(Zoubi and The Sea and Queen Bonobo)

Nature Talk with Kootenay Libraries

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Online

Interested to learn more about wildlife in B.C.’s Columbia and Rocky Mountains? Join us, and our neighbouring libraries, for an evening discussion on wildlife trends, threats, conservation opportunities, and local citizen science projects.

(Nelson Public Library)

SD8 Online Parent Engagement Session: Student Mental Wellness & Social Emotional Learning - Javier Gonzales - Intro to social and emotional learning and strategies for mental wellness. 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Nelson Poetry Slam + Open Mic - Sign up starts at 6:00 pm - Slam starts at

6:30 pm at Torchlight Brewing Co.

(Words on Baker)

Wildlife of BC’s Columbia and Rocky Mountains - with Dave Quinn, who is a Kimberley-based field biologist, author, photographer, and outdoor educator who has worked with grizzlies, lynx, endangered badgers, wolverines, mountain caribou, and swift fox. Via ZOOM.

(Nelson Public Library)

Inner Sanctum

6 PM – 7:30 PM, Nelson and District Women's Centre, This is a FREE event.

Gratuities welcomed.

This is an invitation to rest, restore and to tend to the inner sanctum of your heart.

Click for more info and to register to see who wins the investment LIVE!

(Nelson and District Women's Centre)

Kootenay Investment Challenge Finale Presented by KAST - KAST has partnered with Spring Activator to bring a location-based edition of Spring Activator’s Investment Challenge to the Kootenay Region. This challenge is designed to guide experienced investors and those just starting out along the journey of investing, to empower and fund tech entrepreneurs, and help change the world through innovation.

(Kootenay Association for Science and Technology)

Toastmasters Meeting at the Community First Health Co-op - Come as a guest to experience a Toastmasters meeting. Meet new people, and gain skills and confidence by participating. 6:45 PM – 9 PM

(Toastmasters Nelson Fresh Tracks)

Nelson Ostomy Support Group

10:30 am in the Broader Horizon Room back entrance of the Gordon Road Wellness Centre.

Movies

"TÁR" - at the Showbox Theatre, 225 Hall St. 7:00 PM

(Nelson Civic Theatre Society)

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 info and to register

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

(Nelson Youth Action Network and Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy)

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

(Nelson Public Library)

Family Support Institute Meetings - Free

Children in Care – Conversation for Families 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

(Family Support Institute of BC)

Events Coming Up November 25 to December 1

November 25 - Laurie Frankcom – Protecting the Kootenays from Invasive Species

Silver King Campus Selkirk College rm C112. 10 am – 12 pm

(Learning in Retirement, Selkirk College)

November 26 - Selkirk College Gala 2022: Destination Limitless. Selkirk College

November 26 and November 27 - Rural Artist Support Weekend - Online

(Nelson & District Arts Council)

November 26 - Hockey - Nelson Leafs vs.

Kelowna Chiefs 7:00 pm at Nelson Community Complex

(Nelson Leafs)

November 27 - 2022 Nelson Toy Drive & Community Breakfast - at the Adventure Hotel

8 AM, 9 AM , 10 AM, & 11 AM

(WLWP Wealth Planners & The Adventure Hotel)

November 27 - Graham & Bella’s Farewell! at The Royal, 7:00 PM

(Keenan Harrison)

November27 - Brian Rosen + Karl Nygren + Johnny Bobo at the Royal

November 26 & 27, December 10 & 11 - Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market! Waneta Plaza.Over 100 Vendors.

(Trails Incredible Farmers Market)

November 26 - Meet the Author” Event

with Michael Cone. Discussing his new book, "Connecting The Kootenays"

3:00 PM, Salmo Valley Public Library

(Salmo Valley Public Library)

November 26 - Matchstick Productions Film: Anywhere From Here

Capitol Theatre, 7:00 pm

(The Capitol Theatre)

November 26 - The Way They Came: A One-Woman Show that Breaks Water!

Taghum Community Hall, 6:00 pm

(Ellie Reynolds - Writer/Performer)

November 26 & 27, December 10 & 11 - Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market! Waneta Plaza.Over 100 Vendors.

(Trails Incredible Farmers Market)

November 26 - Taghum Hall’s Brushes & Lunch Alcohol-ink painting with Brenda Cavalier

10 am - 1 pm

To register email taghumhall@shaw.ca

November 26 - Indoor Flea Market Kaslo

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - Fundraiser for the Royal Canadian Legion Kaslo Branch #74

November 26 - Hockey - Nelson Leafs vs. Kimberly Chiefs at Nelson Community Complex

7:00

(Nelson Leafs)

November 28 - Youth Focus Group - At Redun, 203-601 Front Street - 2 pm - 4 pm.

(Rural Empowered Drug Users Network Nelson)

December 1 - Nelson Hydro - 2023 Budget and Rate Presentation at the Nelson Innovation Centre - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

(Nelson Hydro and City of Nelson)

Have a friend who wants to subscribe to What's on Weekly? Send them this link!

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/LMPS1ym/wow

Community News - This Week!

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

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

(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"

(Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network )

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.

Click for more information

Nelson Seniors Centre Membership Drive Purchase your all-activity $20 membership for 2023 and receive November & December 2022 free.

Surveys

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

Discover the bilingual FrancoQuiz tour Nelson: Artisans until February 15, 2023 and get a chance to win up to $700 in AMAZING prizes from Nelson’s Artisans at Work! November 15 (ONLY TODAY LEFT): $300 gift certificate to Lillie & Cohoe + $100 gift certificate to Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op

(AFKO)

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.

Click to register for survey

(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.

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.

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

City of Nelson News

Leaf Collection in the Downtown Core City crews will be out between November 16th and November 18th to manage leaf pickup in the downtown core before the impending snow forecast for next week.

(City of Nelson)

RDCK News

RDCK Board 2002 Meetings Schedule

9 a.m. in the Regional District Board Room, 202 Lakeside Drive

Recent Newsletters

Other Community Newsletters further down

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!

City of Nelson Angel Program

The Angel Program allows you, as a resident, to 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.

Selkirk College News

West Kootenay Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Info Session

A Selkirk College Online Event

December 6. Officers will guide you on how to apply for PR on Zoom.

(Castlegar RCMP)

Police News

We list updates from Nelson RCMP, Nelson City Police, Castlegar & Trail RCMP,

whenever they post a press release

Castlegar RCMP are investigating damage to six separate bus stops

in the city of Castlegar & surrounding area.

(Castlegar RCMP)

Man arrested following complaint of voyeurism in Fruitvale, B.C.

(Trail RCMP)

Trail and Greater District RCMP weekly report 2022-11-15

Online Puppy Scams
Calling 911 is not for fun as learned by one sorry man
Remembrance Day 2022

(Trail RCMP)

Fire News

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.

Classes

Taste of North India - In-person! Wed. Nov 23, 6:00 – 8:00pm @ the Kootenay Co-op’s teaching kitchen

Join chef Rahul Joshi and learn the history behind and how to prepare the most famous North Indian curry, Murgh Makhani, and Lachha Paratha

Click for more and how to participate

(Kootenay Co-op)

Youth & School News

The Kootenay Contraption Contest Kootenay students from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Entries due 4 PM on November 30, 2022

(Kootenay Association for Science and Technology, KAST)

Tributes Obituaries and Celebrations of life are accepted in What's On Weekly. Send free, via email to express@expressnews.bc.ca

Items you may have missed

from the previous issue

Free Property Maintenance for 70+ seniors and those with mobility issues

Nelson's FireSmart Seniors Program offers 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!

(Nelson Fire & Rescue Services)

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.

Click for resources

(Nelson Public Library)

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

Click for more and to register

(Nelson & District Youth Centre)

Snow is on its way! Nelson Nordic Ski Club Membership Registration 2022-23 is now open!

(Nelson Nordic Ski Club)

Got fruit that needs picking? We will do the picking and use the fruit in baking for Slocan Valley Food Cupboard Holiday Hampers."

Call us! 250-355-2484

Click for contact info

(W. E. Graham Community Service Society)

Just In! Kootenay Videos!

Click for a Directory of over 80 Local Video & Podcast Channels!

Kootenay Eagles, British Columbia Enjoy this collection of some of my favourite and best eagle encounters. If you know where to look at the right time of year it's possible to see dozens of eagles in a single day here in the West Kootenays.

On my most successful day I counted 54 bald eagles!

Click to watch music video and read lyrics

(Jesse Schpakowski)

"After the Last"

Cass Bessette & Greyson MannellaMusic & Poetry: Don Macdonald

(Cass Bessette Music)

Boating in the Arrow Lake Nov 14 2022

It was a bit cold outside but the Planar heater kept us warm as toast inside the our Hewescraft in the Lower Arrow Lake! We launched at Syringa park and motored hard well beyond Sunshine Bay. We pulled out our shotgun and blew up a few targets! Then we hopped back inside the toasty warm boat and motored slowly back to the boat launch!

(submrg)

Coyotes! Snow-white hares, stalking bobcats, White-tail does and bucks all appear on the trail cams at Six Mile (just outside Nelson) in early November. Enjoy!

(Kokanee Creek Nature Centre)

TIMEWARP: A John McKinnon Retrospective (Touchstones Museum of Art & History)

(Adam O. Thomas)

LVTV Stream from LV Rogers High School. Video starts at 29:37

Click to watch magic video

(LVTV LVR, November 10, 2022)

A Very Voodoowistic Skull Time With Spirit Tricks And All Hallows Magic By The Magic Hand

(Rhys Nybo)

Steve Martin Recalls Nelson

From "The View" TV program - Steve Martin, on the Making of his Cartoon Memoir "Number One is Walking"

Fast forward to 2:33 to hear Steve tell a story about the filming of "Roxanne" in Nelson

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)

Arts & Entertainment

Alt.Rockers Friendly Giants Releases Haunting Call To The Past With “Dancing By Myself”

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

(Nelson & District Arts Council)

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

Click for list of workshops

West Kootenay Arts Council is offering free online workshops - Which workshop(s) will you pick?

Blackbird's Punk Flea Market!

A Gathering to showcase community talent at the Passmore Hall. Looking for all artists, makers, speakers, queers, weirdos and losers to come and share their magic with our Community! Do you only have a couple of items and not a full production? Who cares. You don't make anything but you have weird things and feel like sharing them with the world to help pay your rent? Alright, we got you. Send your submission to Blackbirdartssociety@gmail.com before December 3, 2022

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.

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

Click for more info and to answer survey

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

Click to apply

Click for website

Surveys

Kootenay LGBTQ2S+ Artist Survey 2022

The West Kootenay Regional Arts Council is developing a series of online workshops to support underserved communities in the Kootenay region and would like input from queer & trans artists! The answers you provide will help identify workshop topics that would be the most helpful for the LGBTQ2S+ artists in our community.

(West Kootenay Regional Arts Council)

Christmas Craft Fairs

November 18, 19 and 20

Kootenay Artisan Fair 10th Annual at the

Prestige Lakeside Resort Nelson,

Mark your Calendars. We will be all set up at the Prestige in 15 short days for your shopping pleasure.

November 19

Moms and makers pop up - 318 Anderson acorn + oak cafe - This cozy cafe is bringing in some first-time momtrepreneurs, some old-school professionals and lots in between.

(acorn + oak cafe)

November 19

Nelson United Church Christmas Bazaar

1-3 pm

November 26

The Whole School in Winlaw has issued an Artist Call for a pop-up Market.

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

November 26 & 27

Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market at Waneta Plaza Trail -

November 26

The Whole School in Winlaw has issued an Artist Call for a pop-up Market on Saturday,

November 26 -

Silverton Holiday Market

10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Beautiful goods and gifts made by hand, Local artisans, makers and bakers

(Handmade Heart)

November 27

Procter Christmas Craft Fair - 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The Procter Hall

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

Volunteer Elaine Sloan decorates the tree in preparation for Christmas at the Gallery

November 12 to December 24

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.

(The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op)

December 3

Taghum Hall’s Winter Celebration

Handcrafted items, entertainment, twinkly fun & merriment! 2 - 7pm -

Admission by donation

For more info: taghumhall@shaw.ca

December 4

Christmas Market

At the Royal, Nelson - Dozens of local artisans and creators take over the space to offer unique, locally crafted items.

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!

(Vallican Whole Community Centre)

December 10 & 11

Early Bird & Last Minute Christmas Market at Waneta Plaza Trail -

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!

(Passmore Public Hall Association)

Fundraisers

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.

Click for Facebook Link

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.

(Nelson Cares Society)

Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation is hosting a raffle - Get your tickets now for a chance to win this 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. Tickets are going fast so get yours while they last! 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.

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.

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

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.

The Whole School Honey Candles Solstice Fundraiser

Supporters can shop the full selection of Honey Candles between November 1st and November 21st 2022

Click for more info and to order

Purdy's Chocolate Sales to Support Mount Sentinel Grad 2023 - From now until November 20th order Purdy's treats from our fundraiser by joining our campaign and browsing the tastiest selection of chocolates online. Shop gifts for family, friends, neighbours AND yourself in one convenient place.

(Mount Sentinel Secondary School)

Give books to the Nelson Public Library!

The Friends of the Nelson Library are getting organized for their next book sale (Date TBA). They'd love donations of excellent condition popular books for kids, teens and adults, DVDs & CDs.

Click for GoFundMe Campaign

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.

Covid-19 Updates

Due to changes in testing strategies in BC,

case counts in reports likely underestimate the number of COVID-19 cases.

Covid Map of Cases

by Local Health Area - Including Nelson,

October 30 to November 5, 2022

Click to see latest update

(BCCDC, Last updated: October 30, 2022, and updated every Thursday)

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.

For Sale

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 11/22

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

Job Opportunities

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 - The Resource Recovery Projects Advisor will provide procurement leadership, project management, and operational support for the Resource Recovery Department. Applications in the form of a resume and cover letter detailing qualifications and experience relative to the position will be accepted until 9:00am on Tuesday, November 15, 2022.

Click for job description & to apply

Click for other jobs within the RDCK

Nelson Fire Rescue is seeking to hire Auxiliary Firefighters - You need to reside in the city limits, not in the RDCK or elsewhere.

Click for more info and to apply

(The City of Nelson)

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

Constable - Full-Time and Casual
Casual Police Dispatcher
General Manager of Community Planning, Climate, Public Safety and Infrastructure

Click for more info and to apply

(City of Nelson)

Constantly Updated Job Boards

Many Jobs Available Now!

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."

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."

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.

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.

Fortis BC Job Board

The province’s largest energy provider. Provides jobs all over the Kootenays

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."

Interior Health has job openings in Nelson, Trail, and Castlegar - etc.

(filter by city)

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

Kootenay Job Board

Facebook Group where anyone in the Kootenays can post their available jobs.

Kootenay Parks Job Board

Seasonal positions in the Kootenays, including Kokanee Creek Park

Make a Future

Lists all jobs in BC Education.

filter for location to find School District 8 or other areas.

Click for list and to apply

The City of Nelson has a variety of jobs available

Nelson Cares Society has many jobs available in our community

Nelson and area Job Bank

Listing of jobs near Nelson

Click for list

(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.

Selkirk College Staff Job Board

Provides careers in Nelson, Castlegar, and Trail.

Click to find a local job

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

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

(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

Volunteer Opportunities

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

Click to learn more, get help or volunteer

(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.

Volunteer with Nelson NatureKids Club and help connect families with nature. We are looking for adult and youth volunteers to help the club.

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.

(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.

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.

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!

Click for more info and to apply

Available Grants & Scholarships

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.

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

Click for directory

Community Newletters & Calendars of Recurring Events

Newsletters

Is your newsletter missing? Email (express@expressnews.bc.ca) us a link & we will include it.

The Capitol Theatre

Castlegar Sculpture walk

Central Food Policy Council

Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society Summer

City of Nelson & Nelson Hydro E-Newsletter

CKISS'n Tell Fall 2022 Newsletter

Columbia Basin Trust's Fall 2022

Cube Climbing Centre October Newsletter

Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program

Friends of Kootenay Lake October 2022

Kootenay Association for Science and Technology

Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee

Kootenay Gallery of Art Newsletter

Make a Change Canada Hub Newsletter

Nelson Museum of Art and History

Nelson Cares Society newsletter

Nelson Hydro Fall 2022 newsletter

Nelson Public Library

Nelson Seniors' Centre

NDCC Summer pool hours

Nelson Public Library October Newsletter

Oxygen Art Centre Newsletter

Slocan Valley Arts Council Spring

Starbelly Jam Newsletter

Taghum Hall November Newsletter

Vallican Whole Community Centre

West Kootenay Climate Hub

West Kootenay Arts Council

West Kootenay Child Care Children and Tween Programming

Calendars of Recurring Events

Association des francophones

des Kootenays Ouest

Les P’tits matins and Méli-Mélo : radio en français

Click for monthly calendar

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

Family Support Institute

Events that connect communities & resources for families of people with disabilities in BC.

Click for Monthly calendar

Kaslo & District Public Library

Currently, no upcoming events

Kootenay Coop Radio

Kootenay Association for Science & Technology

Kids Learning Code, Women in Tech, and Coding Basics.

Kutenai Art Therapy Institute

Art Therapy Group for Parents, Open Studio, and Online Art Therapy

Nelson Baseball Association

Pirates, Yankees and Rookie games

Nelson and District Riding Club

Pony and horse riding practices and events

Nelson Garbage & Recycling Collection Schedule

Nelson Public Library

Family Storytime, From the Heart Learning Circles, Mother-Daughter Book Club, Podcast Club and more!

Nelson Seniors' Centre

Always looking for more participants for bridge, crib, euchre, Scrabble, and chess.

Pool Schedule for the NDCC up to December 17

Selkirk College Campus Recreation

Yoga, Volleyball, Archery and more

Slocan Lake Arts Council

Business Education

Basin Business Advisor Program

Webinars on running your own business

Community Futures East Kootenay

How to start a business, Facebook for Business, Social Media Basics

Make-A-Change Canada Free Webinars

Hiring Strategies, Tech literacy, Special Speakers and more!

Kootenay Resources

A Creation of What's On Weekly

Emergency Contacts & Resources	Important Phone Numbers	Wildfire Resources
Health Resources	Other Resources

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

Sign-Up Today for Nelson Emergency Notifications!

Be Prepared, Be informed!

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.

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.

(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.

(PreparedBC)

For up to date fire info and emergency services from BC Wildfire Service

BC Wildfire Service Facebook Page

Provides updates on wildfires and action being taken to mitigate them

Last–Minute Checklist for Protecting Your Home and Property from Wildfire

From FireSmart Canada

Household Preparedness Guide. What to do in case of an emergency (PDF)

From PreparedBC

Build an emergency kit & grab-n-go bag

Click for info

(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

From Regional District of Central Kootenay

Emergency & Safety resources from the City of Nelson

BC Government preparedness plan for heat events, heat alert

(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

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.

(RDCK)

Recommended Method for Sandbag Diking

(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

Important Phone Numbers

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

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

Wildfire Resources

To report a wildfire, unattended campfire, or open burning violation,

call 1800 663 5555 toll free, or 5555

"Here are the five things we need from you when you report smoke"

From John Erickson - Wildland Firefighter at BC Wildfire Service

Wildfires Interactive Map

an updated map showing the status of all wildfires in British Columbia

From BC Fire Info

B.C. Wildfire Dashboard - data updated every two hours. Fires this week. Active fires

From Province of BC

Air Quality Health Index - What's the Air Like Today in Castlegar?

From BC Air Quality

Get Prepared for a Wildfire in British Columbia

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

From the Government of Canada

Wildfire smoke 101: Using an air purifier to filter wildfire smoke

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

Free Property Maintenance - (FireSmart) for seniors and elders aged 70+, people with mobility issues and other vulnerable populations.

(Nelson Fire Rescue)

What to put in your "Grab & go bag"

Click to see

(Balfour Harrop Fire Rescue)

Video - How to report a wildfire using the BC Wildfire Service mobile app

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

(Nelson Fire Rescue)

Landscape your property and be Firesmart

(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)

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 to read or to download pdf

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

(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

Health Resources

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

(Government of BC)

FETCH - For everything that's Community Health in Kootenay Boundary

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.

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

Interior Health Media Releases

updated daily

From Interior Health

How to recognize if you or others are having a heart attack

(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.

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.

REACH OUT in the Kootenays

Accessible Low-cost/No-cost Counselling & Mental Health + HelpLine + Education

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.

Other Resources

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.

Click to go to their website

"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.

Directory of Local Social Services

From Nelson Committee on Homelessness (NCOH), Update December 10, 2021

List of current water advisories in the Central Kootenay Area

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

Find child care in Nelson with Child Care map

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.

Click for a tour and to see the data

Columbia Basin Climate Source

Climate information resource for the Columbia Basin Boundary Region

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.

Click for latest update

(Nelson Community Food Centre)

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.

Click for more information

Street Reach is a resource for those in need in our community. Free Haircuts, Teeth Clinic & much more

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.

Seniors Resources available from Kootenay Seniors

“Seniors One-Stop – Information for Seniors”

City of Nelson Art Rental Program - Background, Submission Guidelines & Rental Conditions

The Basin - A resource of Columbia Basin Trust, learn more about our region, from its rivers and mountains to its history.

The Slocan Valley Legacy Fund - dedicated to building a living legacy that supports a resilient, vital, and healthy community.

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.

Click for more

Artists of the Kootenays Directory - feature Artisans of all kinds within the Kootenays - networking, resource and promoting platform

Bear Resources

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.

Click to enroll for free

(WildSafeBC)

What to do if you encounter bears in your neighbourhood.

Click to read

(The Nelson Police Department)

Number of black bears killed in BC communities - including Nelson - Data sourced

Click for data

(BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy)

Up-to-date Weather Info, Warnings & Maps

The following maps and information are updated often

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.

Click for Dashboard and map

(FireSmoke Canada)

BC Wild fire Dashboard - up to date info on current BC fires

(Province of BC)

Kootenay Lake levels - updated often

Click for levels

(Fortis BC)

Flightradar24 - Keeps track of all planes around the world, including the fire fighting planes around here - in real time

Click for website

Air Quality Index Map - Nelson and Area