All Nelson articles

People want to live in a culturally relevant location—it’s a big part of the reason professionals come to live and work in Nelson. —Sydney Black

John Bowden of Nelson, B.C., is working to make group bicycle touring the next big thing in his region.

Joy Barrett combines creativity and hard-headed business sense in her work as cultural development officer for the City of Nelson, B.C.

Columbia Basin Trust helps SAR teams purchase rescue equipment

Upgraded esthetics and conveniences meet Nelson’s current needs while distinctive, historic architecture gives the city its timeless charm.

Jeanne Shaw uses her experience as a teacher and her passion for pets to help people understand what their dogs are trying to tell them.

Torchlight Brewing Company in Nelson has quintupled its size by moving to a new location

Here are some ways you can have fun with your dog that will be of benefit to both you and your canine friend.

The event saw students pitch everything from automotive diagnostic apps to sophisticated branding companies, in a fast paced live show format.

Junior Dragons Den is a youth-based business competition that encourages entrepreneurial skills among students from Grade 7 to college and university level.

Matt and Kate Walker have shifted from life in the NHL to brewery owners in Nelson, B.C.

Craig Swendson is the proud owner and operator of Torchlight Brewing Co., one of Nelson’s most flourishing businesses.

Rob Little’s head for numbers and people serve him well as he manages the historic Adventure Hotel in Nelson, B.C.

Mackenzie Hope manages Hall Printing in Nelson, using his considerable education, talents and experiences to enhance his success.

Taghum Shell in Nelson has built up a fan-following, thanks to its trio of brothers that run the store

9dot Engineering Inc., based in Nelson, B.C., has talented innovators such as CEO Steven Thomson

Cranbrook businessman Murray Floyd is pleased to announce expansion into the West Kootenays

Originally from the Lethbridge area, Rickaby was well-known in the Nelson area for his enthusiastic spirit and business savvy.

Nelson’s various plans and studies have identified numerous areas for future study, research, plan development, and implementation.

The Georgie Awards showcase the high quality and calibre of British Columbia's home building and renovation community.

Imagine Kootenay promotes the region as a good place to work, a great place to invest and an amazing place to live.

Talented young entrepreneurs throughout the West Kootenay and Boundary area who want to get their business idea off the ground are encouraged to apply.

The course being offered at Selkirk College this winter brings graphic fiction to life for students eager to learn more about this pop-culture phenomenon.

Hall Printing in Trail, B.C., won the Go Green Award from the local chamber of commerce

With only a dial-up connection, Leslie Vissers boldly moved from her traditional office to work from home, thousands of miles from her employer.

Bob Falle is a dedicated outdoor recreation and tourism professional on staff at Selkirk College for over 25 years.

Dianna Ducs, executive director of Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism, is leading the way to a significant increase in tourism in her area.

Doug Mann’s career in automotive engineering spans 35 years. He recently moved to Nelson to join Pacific Insight.

The new space for Kootenay Co-op in Nelson is a welcoming and spacious spot for shopping and socializing.

Nelson’s city manager, Kevin Cormack, relies on both creativity and strong planning to continue the progress in his community.

Nelson tech start-up creating innovative co-working space in historic Nelson building.

The non-profit organization called Silver King Skyride Development Association is made up of 6 local area residents.

Wayne Stetski, MP for Kootenay-Columbia, believes in non-partisanship and working collaboratively to make a better Canada.

A Smart Community is one that has taken steps to create an economy capable of prospering in an ever-changing technological world.

Well-known Nelson area couple, Karen and Chuck Bennett, have ventured into the real estate business with Coldwell Banker.

Shifting to electric cars is needed in the Kootenays as our current transportation accounts for 60 per cent of our total greenhouse gas emissions

Backroads Brewing Company is a start-up brewery located in the heart of Baker Street, in downtown Nelson.

Backroads Brewing Company in Nelson is almost ready to fill your hearts with cheer and your belly with beer

A variety of programs are filling the need for skilled labour in the Kootenays, with both high schools and colleges offering ways into the trades.

The popular pool area in the Nelson and District Community Complex reopens after more than a year of renovations.

Both the Hume Hotel and the Best Western Baker Street Inn are getting facelifts.

The revamped hotel features a high-end restaurant/lounge, craft beer facility, a nighclub and the new front-of-house bistro, The Farm Fresh Cafe.

The annual Nelson Food Drive takes place on October 1 from 10am to 5pm.

On her web page, professional graphic designer and digital illustrator Nichola Lytle describes herself as someone with lots of ideas

Nelson, B.C., grew a solar garden in a year and a half with the help of its citizens

Selkirk College is a strong option for high school graduates wanting to start their post-secondary education close to home.

Packrat Annie’s in Nelson, B.C., gets a platinum ranking for its well-loved merchandise and long history in the community.

Focusing on people yields results.

This autumn, Selkirk College welcomes David MacGillivray to its faculty as a new full-time instructor for the Resort & Hotel Management (RHOT) Program.

Three alumnae from the Selkirk College Textiles Studio share their experiences and journey through the program