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Columbia Basin Trust

Growing Resilience, One Crop at a Time

July 2026

Discover Circus

The schedule is live for viewing! It's almost registration time. Come join the Circus!

August 3, 2026

Nelson Public Library

August News

August 2026

Oxygen Art Centre

Summer Residency, Film Screening, Performance, *New* Workshop, O2 Exhibition + more

August 1, 2026

Taghum Hall

It's Taghum Hall's lazy, hazy, crazy August Newsletter!

August 1, 2026

Image creation: Evelyn Kirkaldy

A bear’s eyesight is as good as a human’s. When a bear stands on its hind legs it is simply trying to get a better look at what has caught its attention. Stay alert and avoid encounters. Carry BEAR SPRAY!

Monthly Calendars

August 2026

From The RDCK

Summer Program Guides are Now Available Online

Click to read the Summer Program Guide

"Kootenay Views"

"White Bark Pine”

from Petra’s illustrated journal

In the Alpine

Petra Hekkenberg is a visual artist from New Denver, and custodian and park operator in Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park.

www.petrahekkenberg.com

Facebook + Instagram

Find Petra’s illustrated cards and books at the following stores

Fire Season - Restrictions & Alerts

BC Wildfire Service Fire Map

Click for live Updates

From the BC Ministry of Environment and Parks

Media Release - Air Quality Warnings

Click here for a daily update on the Air Quality in BC

From the BC Wildfire Service, Southeast Fire Centre - July 23, 2026

Media Release - Current open fire prohibitions and restrictions

Currently, Category 1 campfires and 2 & 3 open fires are prohibited within the Southeast Fire Centre.

Click for more information on additional restricted activities and equipment

Click for additional information

From the RDCK, June 1, 2026

Stage 1 water conservation measures in effect for all RDCK water systems

Watering of lawns (Including new lawns), gardens, trees, and shrubs ONLY between the hours of 7:00 pm to 10:00 am
Watering using drip irrigation, a watering can, and or hand held hose is permitted at anytime.

Click for a complete list of RDCK water conservation measures

From RDCK, July 21, 2026

Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures in effect for Woodland Heights and Riondel Water System

Nelson, BC: Effective immediately, the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has implemented mandatory Stage 2 Water Conservation Measures in the Woodland Heights Water System, located in the subdivision of Taghum, approximately 15 km southwest of Nelson in Electoral Area F.

These measures have been implemented due to high water consumption resulting in continuous operation of the well pump and reduced reservoir levels.

Click to read the complete Media Release

From the City of Nelson, July 10, 2026

City of Nelson implementing Stage 1 Water Restrictions

What does this mean for residents?

Water lawns only between 4-9am and 7-10pm.
Even numbered addresses water on Wednesdays and Saturdays only.
Odd numbered addresses water on Tuesdays and Sundays only.
You can still water trees, shrubs, and gardens at any time using a shut off nozzle or drip irrigation.

Sprinklers and irrigation systems for gardens, trees & shrubs can be used between 4–9 a.m. and 7–10 p.m. on any day.

Resources in the Fire Season

From BC Wildfire Service

Stay informed about the wildfire situation in our area

Report a wildfire:

1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on a cell

Click for the BC Wildfire website

From the BC Department of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness

Media Release - Urging people to pre-register with Emergency Support Services

Due to increased wildfire activity, everyone is encouraged to take steps to be prepared. People throughout the Province are urged to pre-register with Emergency Support Services at ESS.gov.bc.ca

Pre-registering now will reduce wait times at evacuee reception centre and ensure people receive the support they need quicker

Click to read the complete media release

From the City of Nelson - July 17, 2026

Media Release - Preparing for Extreme Heat

Cooling Centres

During prolonged or severe heat events, the City of Nelson may activate cooling centres.

When activated, residents will be able to cool down, rest, access drinking water, electrolytes, and escape the heat at the following locations:

ANKORS
Nelson Public Library
Ascension Lutheran Church

If they are activated, the City will share hours of operation, and any updates through the City of Nelson website and social media channels.

Click here for the original media release and for more information about how to prepare for the coming heat wave

From BC Wildfire Service

Report a fire anytime using the BC Wildfire Service App - Even when you're offline -

Click here for a PDF checklist to help you prepare.

From

the City of Nelson

Know When an Emergency is Near!

Make sure you're signed up for Voyent Alert!, the City of Nelson's emergency notification system.

From the RDCK

Emergency Preparedness - Prepare your "Grab & Go" kit - Being prepared can help you and your family get through a disaster. Consider whether you will need

some of the following items in your own “grab and go” emergency kit and try to plan for at least 72 hours.

From the BC Wildfire Service

Notice about Outdoor Stoves & other Wood Burning devices during Campfire Ban

From the RDCK

Get Accurate, Reliable Info During an Emergency

Click for a directory of important emergency links

From BC Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, June 16, 2026

Urging preparedness as wildfire, drought risks increase

Click to read the complete News Release

From the RDCK

RDCK FireSmart Program Fires-Back In Action offering home assessments and more!

Click For More Information & to Sign Up

Click to read The Kootenay Weekly Express From August 4, 1993

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From Nelson Civic Theatre Society

Summer Camp - Youth 12-18 - NCTS Summer Sketch Camp - Discover your creative voice! Dive into projects that deepen your love for drawing, build new skills, and explore personal storytelling through image-making. Guided by a professional illustrator with nearly two decades of experience in publishing, advertising, and education, this camp blends industry insight with a passion for comics, painting, and visual storytelling.

August 4 to 7 - 10:00pm-4:00pm each day - 225 Hall Street (Shoebox Theatre)

or 820 Tenth St. Chapel Cinema TBD - $300

August 4

From The Forest Path

Nature Summer Camps with The Forest Path

Age 10-13. Racoon Camp: Wild food and Survival. - August 4-7. Mountain Station.

Age 5-11. Muskrat Camp: Build and Craft. August 10-13. Cottonwood Lake.
Age 5-11. Only 2 spots left for age 9-11!!
Age 10-12. Girls Overnight Camp Aug 17-20 Pend d'Oreille River Ranch (Salmo)

August 4

From the Nelson Public Library

You Read! - Summer Reading Club 2026

Build Your Own Submarine

Join us as we explore the depths of the ocean! We'll be making our own customized submarines to help us discover the mysteries (both real and imagined) that lie beneathe the waves.

10:30am – 12:30pm Registration is required.

Suggested ages: 6-11 years

At Nelson Public Library

August 4

From West Kootenay Francophone Association (AFKO)

Media Release - Registration is now open for AFKO’s Summer Camp in Nelson! (Camp d'été)

For a creative, active, and 100% French summer experience — artistic workshops in the morning with guest artists and outdoor adventures in the afternoon • Circus • Screen printing • Plant print • Ukelele and more! For children from 6 to 12 years old, all the details on our website.

August 4-7 (ages 7-12): Plant printing with Lou

Radio

From The EcoCentric Show on Co-op Radio

For July and August, EcoCentric presents some of the best recent interviews. This show premiers on Co-op radio today at noon and is rebroadcast on Sunday at 9:00am.

Bars and Restaurants

Tuesday Night Jazz at The Hume. Paul Landsberg

with Rob Johnson, bass

Coming up:

August 11 - Jesse Lee, bass
August 18 - Kiyo Elkuf, sax
August 25 - David Rerstivo, piano

Reservations recommended.. 6:00-9:00pm at 422 Vernon St. Never a cover.

August 4

Uptown Tavern - Queer Nature Trivia. Support Trans Connect by purchasing the burger-and-a-beer special. $10 of the $25 special goes towards this important local organization. Free entry. 6:00-9:00pm. 616 Vernon St.

August 4

📽️Movies

"The Odyssey" at The Chapel - 820 Tenth St

Click for 7:00 pm show

Every Tuesday

From Gericks Nelson Group Rides

You Ride - Tuesday Night MTB Rides.

A weekly, social group ride built around Nelson’s incredible trail network—getting out, riding together, and staying connected to the terrain that shapes how we ride. *For insurance purposes we require all participants to be active NCC (Nelson Cycling Club) members

Every Tuesday until October 6

From Nelson Community Food Centre

Community Meal - The Gathering Table - Join us any time between 3:00 and 6:00 pm. for a delicious, healthy meal. Everyone is welcome to eat, connect and enjoy.

3:00-6:00pm at 602 Silica St.

Ongoing, every Tuesday until December 29, 2026

From West Kootenay Women’s Association

Supporting Community - Women's Centre Drop-In - Coffee, tea and snacks, and free nutritious food to share. A free clothing store, children’s play area, and more...

11:00 am - 3:00 pm, at the Nelson and District Women's Centre, 420 Mill St. Free.

Ongoing, every Tuesday until December 29, 2026

Also Wednesdays 11:00am-3:00pm

From Diverse Family Roots

Family Support Families on a Tuesday - Address the emotional challenges and stressors faced by families through facilitated discussions, coping skills development, and access to mental health resources. Support, Sharing , Inspiring, listening

Every Tuesday evening on ZOOM . 6:30 Pm Pacific.

Ongoing, every Tuesday until December 29, 2026

From Kootenay Seniors

You Move Chair Yoga and Strength Class for seniors - Open to all seniors and it’s absolutely free! Come enhance your well-being with gentle exercises.10:30-11:30am at Lakeside Place. For more information call Kootenay Seniors at 250-352-2708.

Ongoing, every Tuesday until December 29, 2026

From Nelson Seniors Center Society

You Play Nelson Seniors Centre is the hub for Seniors 50+ but adults of all ages can become members and enjoy our fun activities. Our vision for all members is to promote companionship in an inclusive, caring, supportive, and safe environment.

Euchre (no partner needed) - 12:45pm
Snooker Drop In - 1:00pm

717 Vernon street.

Ongoing, every Tuesday until December 29, 2026

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From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Kokanee Creek Summer Speaker Series

August 5 - Sinixt Archeologist Remey LaCombe - Archeology of the Sinixt

Coming up

August 6 - Allistair and Cynthia Fraser - Black Grizzlys and More
August 7 - Linn Murray - Dwellers of the Deep
August 8 - Barry Gray - Nelson Story Tellers
August 13 - James Baxter - Fish of Kootenay Lake
August 14 - Molly Teather Kootenay Lake Fish Management
August 19 - CKISS - Invasive Species Games Night
August 20 - Friends of Kootenay Lake - Birding Workshop (6:30 - 8:00pm)
August 21 - Grant Machutchon - Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays
August tba - Nelson Nerds - Lego Robotics

7:00 -8:00 pm in the theatre at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre,

4810 Highway 3A - By donation

Last event of the series is August 21

From the Nelson Public Library

You Read! - Summer Reading Club 2026

Discover Ancient Artifacts

Join us as we learn about polar bears and other animals that rely on the ocean for food and habitat with help from an OceanWise kit. The kit contains a replica of a polar bear skull, and several other supplemental materials.

10:30am – 12:30pm Registration is required.

Suggested ages: 6-11 years

At Nelson Public Library

August

Nelson Community Food Centre

Food Support - Good Food Bank - The market-style Good Food Bank focuses on providing fresh, nutritious food. This format allows participants to have autonomy, enabling them to choose the items they wish to select.

1:00-4:00pm at 602 Silica St.

First and third Wednesday of each month: Aug 5,19, Sept 2,16, Oct 7,21,

From West Kootenay Child Care Resource and Referral

Children (up to 6) - Sand Ananda

A playroom space where adults seated on stools around the room, are invited to quietly observe the children at play. Adults are asked not to direct the children’s play. Adults can talk quietly and still be responsible for their children.

10:00am OR 3:30pm at 611 5th St (upstairs in the First Baptist Church). Free

Click to register

Every Wednesday from August 5, 12, 19 & 26

From Oxygen Art Centre

Weaving Workshop

Interaction of Colour for Weavers

Join artist in residence Paige Gratland for a workshop exploring colour theory as it applies to weaving. Paige will share some of her research on the topic and lead the group through some off-loom activities to create certain visual effects through yarn winding. The concepts aim to help participants better understand colour and how to work with it.

6:00-8:00pm at Oxygen Art Centre - #3-320 Vernon St.(alleyway access). Free.

August 5

From Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy

Community Support and Information

Settlement Services at The Nelson Community Food Centre

Are you new to Nelson or looking for information about services and supports available to newcomers in Canada?

Drop in and meet Katherine van der Veen, Settlement Worker with CBAL's Newcomer Services Program, during the Good Food Bank at the Nelson Community Food Centre.

1:00-3:30pm at Nelson Community Food Centre - 602 Silica St.

Click here for more information and to register

August 5

From Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society

Workshop - Kaslo Shoreline Homeowner Workshop

Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society (FOKLSS), in collaboration with Kootenay Lake Partnership, is hosting a series of five workshops for shoreline owners and residents across the Kootenay Lake region this August.

The workshops are part of the Shoreline Homeowner Project, an initiative which aims to provide practical, accessible techniques for homeowners, recreational users and community members to be part of promoting the health of the lake that we all share. Sessions will be held in Kaslo, Harrop, Crawford Bay, Creston and Nelson this August and September.

Hosted in partnership with the Kootenay Lake Partnership and developed with guidance from Yaqan Nukiy, these workshops will cover practical topics like maintaining natural shorelines, reducing erosion, supporting native plants, improving water quality, and managing invasive species.

Bars and Restaurants

The Royal - Gravemass, Ripcordz, OCOC, Public Grievance. $30 plus taxes and fees.

8:00-11:50pm. 330 Baker St.

Music Video - This Is The Way - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR9gy-AD8-E

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/0ROzZyUacjjY7dC6xOwtg5

August 5

Backroads Brewing Company - Silent Book Club. Join us for an evening of sipping and reading.

6:30-8:00pm at 460 Baker St.

August 5

Library Lounge at The Hume Hotel Live Jazz - Ongoing, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 6:00 - 9:00 pm. (updated July 2026)

Royal Canadian Legion No. 51 - Line dancing. Ongoing, every Wednesday

1:30 - 3:00 pm (updated May 2026)

Royal Canadian Legion No. 51 - Games Night! Board games, card games, darts, pool. Or bring your own! 6:00-9:00pm at 402 Victoria St.

Ongoing every Wednesday

📽️Movies

"The Odyssey" at The Chapel - 820 Tenth St

Click for 7:00 pm show

Every Wednesday

Wednesday's Baker St Farmer's Market

Wednesday markets run from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on the 600 block of Baker Street and Hall Street Plaza.

Every Wednesday until September 30.

From Nelson Seniors Center Society

Crib (no partner needed) - 12:45pm
Snooker Drop In - 1:00pm

717 Vernon street.

Ongoing, every Wednesday until December 30, 2026

From Interior Health, Kootenay Boundary Primary Care Network

Be a Better Breather - Join a group with a Registered Respiratory Therapist to explore strategies to support your lung health and reduce symptoms that affect your daily life. This group is for people 40+ with chronic lung disease who want to better understand lung health, lung conditions, prevention, and day-to-day ways to reduce symptoms

and stay well.

10:00-11:00 am. Attend regularly or drop in when it fits your schedule. Free

Ongoing, every Wednesday until December 30, 2026

From Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

You Tour! - Cold War Bunker Tour

During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces! From iodine pills and Geiger counters to board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.

1pm at the Nelson Museum. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free!

Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until August 28

From West Kootenay Women’s Association

Supporting Community - Women's Centre Drop-In - Coffee, tea and snacks, and free nutritious food to share. A free clothing store, children’s play area, and more...

11:00 am - 3:00 pm, at the Nelson and District Women's Centre, 420 Mill St. Free.

Ongoing, every Wednesday until December 30, 2026

Also Tuesdays 11:00am-3:00pm

From Kokanee Duplicate Bridge Club

You Play Bridge - Everyone welcome. 6:30pm at the Seniors Centre, 717 Vernon St.

Ongoing, every Wednesday until December 30, 2026

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From Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

Walking Tour - Historic Nelson Walking Tour

The tours will be led by our Archivist and Collections Manager, JP Stienne or our Archives Assistant Tressa Ford. They are both a wealth of knowledge. Small groups. No registration required.

5:00-8:00pm at 502 Vernon St. Adults $14; under 19 free.

Ongoing every Thursday until August 27

From the Nelson Public Library

You Read! - Summer Reading Club 2026

Field Trip To The Museum

Join us for a guided tour of the Nelson Museum, Archives, & Gallery to learn about our local history! We will be leaving the library at 10:30 sharp, so please arrive for check-in at 10:15.

Registration is required.

Suggested ages: 6-11 years

At Nelson Public Library

August 6

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Kokanee Creek Summer Speaker Series

August 6 - Allistair and Cynthia Fraser - Black Grizzlys and More

Coming up

August 7 - Linn Murray - Dwellers of the Deep
August 8 - Barry Gray - Nelson Story Tellers
August 13 - James Baxter - Fish of Kootenay Lake
August 14 - Molly Teather Kootenay Lake Fish Management
August 19 - CKISS - Invasive Species Games Night
August 20 - Friends of Kootenay Lake - Birding Workshop (6:30 - 8:00pm)
August 21 - Grant Machutchon - Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays
August tba - Nelson Nerds - Lego Robotics

7:00 -8:00 pm in the theatre at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre,

4810 Highway 3A - By donation

Last event of the series is August 21

From Nelson CARES Society

Fundraiser - Raffle ticket table

Pop into the Kootenay Co-op and pick up your tickets for the e-bike raffle and 50/50.

11:00am-2:00pm at The Kootenay Co-op - 777 Baker St.

August 6

From Community Futures

Business Workshop - Webinar

AI Essentials for Business Growth - Unlock the potential of AI to elevate your business. This workshop introduces user-friendly AI tools that can revolutionize your marketing by streamlining daily operations, enhancing customer personalization, and boosting your online visibility. Learn practical ways to integrate AI into your strategies, enabling smarter decisions and sustainable growth in today’s competitive landscape.

10:00am-12:00pm. $60

August 6

From Salmo Valley Farmers Market and Salmo District Arts Council

Market - Salmo Night Market

You’ll find food, drinks, artisan vendors, farm fresh veggies, face-painting, free community art-making with Salmo Art Club, and more. Relax with a cold beverage in the beer garden.

5:00-8:00pm in Downtown Salmo on 4th Street

5pm - Taccara George | Indie Music - 3rd Place Winner Salmo’s Got Talent!

6pm - Wahsonti:io | Singer/Songwriter and Covers

7pm Sarah Orton Band | Alt Rock Jazz | Nelson

August 6

From Trail & District Arts Council

Music Performances

Kootenay Savings Music in The Park

Velvet is a group of young, energetic emerging local musicians who play fun rock covers. Hellbent Engine is a horn-driven hard/alt rock band from Rossland/Trail. A high-energy, classic rock and heavy metal cover band with originals that sounds as if “Foo Fighters” and “Thornley” had a “Chicago” baby.

6:15-8:00pm at Gyro Park- 234 Park Rd, Trail.

August 6

Bars and Restaurants

The Royal - Misery Mountain Boys. Swing, jump blues, hot club! $15 plus taxes and fees. 8:00-11:50pm. 330 Baker St.

August 6

Louie's Steakhouse - DJ Dubconscious 4:00-8:00pm. 616 Vernon St.

Every Thursday

Royal Canadian Legion No. 51 - Dart Night. Ongoing, every Thursday 6:00 pm start. (updated July 2026)

📽️Movies

"The Odyssey" at The Chapel - 820 Tenth St

Click for 7:00 pm show

Every Thursday

From Nelson Bike Polo

You Move - Bike Polo - Everyone welcome. A fun, team-based mix of hockey and soccer on bikes, all about laughs, community, and good vibes. If you can, bring a bike, helmet, sunglasses, and gloves. We’ve got a few spare bikes and plenty of polo mallets, just let us know ahead of time. Welcoming for newcomers but still great for serious players.

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Alternating between Trafalgar Middle School and Blewett Elementary courts. Free.

Every Thursday until October 8

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

You Draw - Art in the Park: Drawing in Nature

Join us to explore the art of seeing & drawing in nature.

Drawing supplies included.

2-3pm at the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre - Kokanee Creek Park

By Donation

Every Thursday until August 27

From the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

You Tour - Historic Nelson Walking Tour

Join us for a Historic Nelson Walking Tour, leaving from the Nelson Museum (502 Vernon St.) at 5pm. $14 for adults, kids under 19 are free. Small groups, no registration. Continuing every Thursday in July and August. The tours will be led by our Archivist and Collections Manager, JP Stienne or our Archives Assistant Tressa Ford. They are both a wealth of knowledge.

Every Thursday until August 27

From Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

Free Entry to Nelson Museum and Art Gallery

Come into the Nelson Museum every Thursday evening and check out the two gallery spaces and museum as well as the gift shop.

4:00 - 8:00 pm at 502 Vernon St.

Ongoing, every Thursday, until December 31, 2026

From Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

You Tour! - Cold War Bunker Tour

1pm at the Nelson Museum. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free!

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday until August 28

From Nelson and District Women's Centre

Art Activities - Crafternoons - Supplies and lunch provided!

12:00 - 3:00 pm at Nelson and District Women's Centre, 420 Mill St.

Ongoing, every Thursday until December 31, 2026

From the Nelson Public Library

Storytime - Summer Storytime

Come join us in the children's section for storytime ! Every THURSDAY from July 2nd to August 19th at 10:30 am. Stories, felt boards, songs and rhymes. Ages 0-5. Drop in.

Every Thursday until August 19

From Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre

Spirituality - You Learn - It's Never Too Late To Meditate - Seniors Meditation - Basic Instruction in Mindfulness Awareness practice /body-mind presence. Short sessions, supports relaxation and vitality. Meditation offers a transformative approach to aging, focusing on the present moment and fostering a compassionate relationship with one's aging body. By donation, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, at 812 Stanley St.

Ongoing, every Thursday until December 31, 2026

From St. Saviour's (Anglican) Pro-Cathedral

Spirituality - Time and space to relax - Welcome to Open Church

Enjoy a heritage tour, stained-glass windows or just relax with medieval harp music. “The stone church with a heart.”

11:00am-2:00pm at 701 Ward St. (corner at Silica St). Free.

Every Thursday until September 10

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From Kootenay Seniors

Seniors Free Social Meals Program

August 7 - Sloppy Joes, buns and salad
August 14 - Vegetable lasagna and Caesar salad
August 21 - Vegetarian Enchildadas
August 28 - Lemon chicken and Greek salad

12:00-2:00pm at Lakeside Place - 805 Nelson Ave.

Free - Registration required: 250-352-2708 or info@kootenayseniors.ca

Ongoing every Friday, August 7 to August 28

From Nelson International Mural Festival and Nelson & District Arts Council

Festival - Nelson International Mural Festival

Nelson International Mural Festival returns in 2026 with fresh paint, dynamic performances, and exciting workshops!

All events are free of charge, all ages, and held in public, accessible spaces. Click the links below for more information.

Friday: Mainstage performances at Lakeside Park

Saturday: Mural Activations

Sunday: Workshops

August 7, 8 and 9

From Kootenay Society for Community Living

Market - Summer Market at Bigby Place

Come browse a wonderful selection of handmade goods created by talented artists with diverse abilities. You'll find a variety of unique, handcrafted items available for purchase. Please bring cash, as vendors may not be able to accept other forms of payment. We also recommend parking on Lake Street. Join us to support our artists and enjoy a great community event!

10:00am-2:00pm at 509 Front St.

August 7

From Selkirk College

Course Offered - Basic First Aid: WorkSafeBC

Our most popular workplace first aid course. Learn CPR/AED, how to deal with minor wounds, airway breathing, circulatory emergencies and more. Completion of records and reports is part of the course. Know what to do until the paramedics arrive. Does not include airway management and oxygen use.

1 day courses offered in Nelson Silver King Campus - August 7, 21, 31

From Trail & District Arts Council

Music Performances -

Kootenay Savings Music in The Dark

Paris Pick, affectionately dubbed the ‘Yacht-Pop Princess’, backed by her sequin-clad Pricks! Stubbs and The’s shows are spontaneous fun for the whole family.

7:30-10:00pm at Gyro Park- 234 Park Rd, Trail.

August 7

From Rosebud Bowl Cannabis Comparison

Cultural Gathering (19+) Rosebud Bowl

Where legacy cannabis culture meets music, education, and intentional community. Bringing together growers, artists, educators, and friends for a weekend of connection, learning, and celebration.This is a space to be with friends, camp, and experience the evolution of cannabis culture in an intentional, elevated way.

At Rosebud Lake. See links for schedule and prices.

August 7, 8, 9, and 10

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Kokanee Creek Summer Speaker Series

August 7 - Linn Murray - Dwellers of the Deep

Coming up

August 8 - Barry Gray - Nelson Story Tellers
August 13 - James Baxter - Fish of Kootenay Lake
August 14 - Molly Teather Kootenay Lake Fish Management
August 19 - CKISS - Invasive Species Games Night
August 20 - Friends of Kootenay Lake - Birding Workshop (6:30 - 8:00pm)
August 21 - Grant Machutchon - Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays
August tba - Nelson Nerds - Lego Robotics

7:00 -8:00 pm in the theatre at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre,

4810 Highway 3A - By donation

Last event of the series is August 21

Bars and Restaurants

The Royal - Field Guide. $20 plus taxes and fees. 8:30 -11:50pm. 330 Baker St.

Click for Tandoori Grill Facebook page

August 7

Tandoori Grill - Classical Music - Friday nights with Steve (sitarist) - Tandoori Grill is hosting alternating Friday nights with Steve and Louisa. The sitarist Steve and Louisa create an vibrant atmosphere where everyone is enjoying the evening.

6pm to 8pm( Alternative Fridays)

July 31 - August 14, 28 - Sept. 11, 25 - Oct. 9, 23 - Nov. 6, 20 - Dec. 4, 18

Royal Canadian Legion No.51 - Meat Draw! Support local Charities. 3:00-5:00pm at 402 Victoria St.

Every Friday

Radio

From Afko Franco

Radio Show - Méli Mélo On Co-op Radio - CJLY

Your 100% French-language community radio show in the West Kootenays will introduce you to the best Francophone music from around the world. 10:00am: 93.5 FM in Nelson

Ongoing every Friday

Every Friday

From Gericks Nelson Group Rides

You Ride - Friday Morning E-MTB Ride - An easy way to start the day right. We roll from the shop every Friday at 9am for a two-hour spin through Nelson’s trail network—using a little assist to cover more ground, climb a bit further, and keep the ride flowing. *For insurance purposes we require all participants to be active NCC (Nelson Cycling Club) members

Every Friday until October 9

From Nelson Seniors Centre Society

You Play Scrabble - Adults of all ages welcome.

1:00pm at Nelson Seniors Centre, 717 Vernon St.

Ongoing, every Friday until December 18, 2026

From Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

You Tour! - Cold War Bunker Tour

1pm at the Nelson Museum. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free!

Click here for the Nelson Farmers Market Facebook Page

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday until August 28

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Nelson's Saturday Farmer's Market - The regular season will run until Saturday, October 31st. We will wrap up the season with a big Halloween Market.

The Saturday market runs from 9am to 2pm at Cottonwood Falls Park, rain or shine.

Performing:

Onezie Parade - https://www.instagram.com/onezieparade/

Upcoming:

August 15 - The Funky Family
August 22 - Rio Bailey
August 29 - Sofia Barquin - https://www.instagram.com/sofiabarquinmusic/
September 5 - Daniela - https://www.instagram.com/danielaaaa.mp3/
September 12 - Kim Bater
September 19 - Aaron Pasacreta -https://www.instagram.com/aaronpasacretamusic/
September 26 - Rio Bailey
October 3 - Nikko Forsberg
October 10 - Matt Brown
October 17 - Nikko Forsberg
October 24 - Matt Brown
October 31 - Thabi Pratt

From Nelson International Mural Festival

and Nelson & District Arts Council

Festival - Nelson International Mural Festival

Nelson International Mural Festival returns in 2026 with fresh paint, dynamic performances, and exciting workshops!

All events are free of charge, all ages, and held in public, accessible spaces. Click the links below for more information.

Friday: Mainstage performances at Lakeside Park

Saturday: Mural Activations

Sunday: Workshops

August 7, 8 and 9

From the Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Columbia Basin Culture Tour - A Weekend for Lovers of Arts, Culture and Heritage

Artists, museums, art galleries, heritage sites and more will open their doors to the public—for free—during the Columbia Basin Culture Tour. A total of 85 venues, located in communities and rural areas throughout the Columbia Basin, are featured in the 18th annual tour, taking place on Saturday and Sunday, August 8 and 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To learn more about the Culture Tour, discover the venues and view a map of locations,

visit cbculturetour.com. Printed copies of the Columbia Basin Culture Tour directory are also available around the region in locations like art galleries, visitors’ centres, chambers of commerce, hotels and cafés.

Click for the complete media release and more information

From Vallican Whole Community Centre

Art Show - Columbia Basin Culture Tour

Whole Gallery & Sculpture Park

Enjoy a walk through the beautiful sculpture park, where more than 16 sculptures share the land with a mature cedar forest. The Gallery in the basement of the Vallican Whole will feature a group exhibit with including work from Peter Ellis, Vicky Gallinger, Sharon Pawliw, Susan Harder and others. On Sunday afternoon, the RARTS Board will be hosting a barbecue in the park.

10:00am-4:00pm at 3762 Little Slocan South Rd, Vallican.

Click to plan your Culture Tour route

August 8 and 9

From Sleep is for Sissies

Art Show - Columbia Basin Culture Tour

Slocan Valley Summer Showcase

Art belongs to everyone. Join us for a relaxed weekend in the gardens as part of the Columbia Basin Trust Arts & Culture Tour. Meet local artists, watch them create, get creative yourself with hands-on workshops, Ask questions, share ideas, or simply wander the gardens and take it all in .

10:00am-4:00pm at Sleep is for Sissies - 5628 Hwy 6 - Free

Click to plan your Culture Tour route

August 8 and 9

From Nelson Public Library

Story Time at the Mall - Story Time is on tour! Let’s get together to sing our favourite songs and hear some great stories. Drop in, all ages welcome. 10:30-11:00am at Chahko Mika Mall.

Ongoing on the second Saturday of each month

July 11, Aug 8, Sept 12,Oct 10, Nov, 14

From Jonathan CH

Music Festival - Narrows Creek Folk Fest

The music ranges from bluegrass, alt-country, folk, psychedelic rock, and garage rock. It's been a treat to welcome folks out and enjoy a wide variety of music. As well to welcome musicians from all over the province to our little corner of the world, as well as to enjoy some locals from the area.

3:00pm until late on Friday, and music Saturday morning at 656 McMullin Rd, Procter. $50 cash at the door.

August 8 and 9

From Rosebud Bowl Cannabis Comparison

Cultural Gathering (19+) - Rosebud Bowl

At Rosebud Lake. See links for schedule and prices.

August 7, 8, 9, and 10

From West Kootenay Open Water Swimming

You Swim! - Sunshine Bay Swim

A fun but longer and slightly more difficult swim of 3.6 kms or 1.8kms. An out and back swim across the lake and can be done one way. Brunch potluck afterwards.

8:00am. Meet at 6514 LIttlewood Rd. Please park on the highway and walk down..

August 8

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Kokanee Creek Summer Speaker Series

Nelson Storytellers

Coming up

August 13 - James Baxter - Fish of Kootenay Lake
August 14 - Molly Teather Kootenay Lake Fish Management
August 19 - CKISS - Invasive Species Games Night
August 20 - Friends of Kootenay Lake - Birding Workshop (6:30 - 8:00pm)
August 21 - Grant Machutchon - Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays
August tba - Nelson Nerds - Lego Robotics

7:00 -8:00 pm in the theatre at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre,

4810 Highway 3A - By donation

Last event of the series is August 21

From Slocan Lake Arts Council

Live Performances - Music in the Park - Bring a blanket or chair, and enjoy two evenings of live music at the West Kootenay's most spectacular settings for live music in the great outdoors!

6:00 p, to 9:00 pm - Centennial Park, New Denver

By donation

August 8 - Summer Spotlight - OPEN MIC

A fundraiser for arts programming in our community and a celebration of the artists, performers, storytellers, and dreamers who make our region such a vibrant place to call home!

From Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise Initiative - KORE

Outdoor Gear Repair - KORE Rehub Tour: Nelson Stop

We want to fix your gear! Bring your soft goods such as torn jackets, a busted pack, or ripped tent fly. Our onsite repair technicians will fix it for free in our fully equipped mobile repair unit.

You can bring items on the day of or pre-book

Starting at 9:00am. 626 Baker St. Free!

August 8

Radio

From The EcoCentric Show on Co-op Radio

For July and August EcoCentric presents some of the best recent interviews. This show premiered on Co-op radio Tuesday at noon and is rebroadcast on Sunday at 9:00am.

Bars and Restaurants

The Royal - The Warped Tour Drag Show. Advance tickets$15 plus taxes and fees; $20 at the door. 8:00-11:50pm. 330 Baker St.

August 8

Royal Canadian Legion - FunnyFest Comedy Tour - Two headline comedians, food and beverages too! $20 advance; $25 at the door. Doors 6:00pm; show 7:00pm at 402 Victoria St.

August 8

Royal Canadian Legion 51- Weekly Member Cash Draw. Legion members have the chance to win a growing cash jackpot every week. Draw takes place between 4:30 - 6:00 pm at 402 Victoria St.

Ongoing, every Saturday until December 26, 2026

Every Saturday

From Castlegar and District Heritage Society

Market - Castlegar Farmers Market - Fresh, local food. Artisan and Flea Market. Our friends and neighbours at Uncle Bernie's Coffee will be opening soon too. Now there is twice the reason to come and check us out.

9:00am-1:00pm at The Station Museum.

Every Saturday to October 10

From Castlegar and District Heritage Society

Market - Castlegar Trading Post Market -

Got stuff? We are looking for more vendors to join this resellers market. You can sell all your flea market and garage sale goods for only $10 for a 10x10 space! Any and all resellers are welcome and it is drop in first come first serve spaces!

Kids are also welcome, come down and test out your entrepreneurial skills this summer!

9:00am-1:00pm at The Station Museum.

Every Saturday to October 10

From Nelson Seniors Centre Society

You Play Chess 9:00 am - Also Knitting 9:00 am. Adults of all ages welcome

at Nelson Seniors Centre, 717 Vernon St.

Ongoing, every Saturday until December 19, 2026

From Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

You Move Taoist Tai Chi Session - We encourage people of all ages and abilities to participate. Start anytime, drop-ins welcome.

10am-noon at the Nelson United Church, 602 Silica St.

Ongoing, every Saturday until December 19, 2026.

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery:

You Learn Nelson's Cold War Bunker is open for drop-in from 12-4pm on Saturdays. Guided tours are on the hour, starting at 11am, with the last one starting at 3pm. Come learn about the Cold War and the worldwide political climate at that time and in relation to the bunker. 502 Vernon St.

Click for the complete media release and more information

Ongoing, every Saturday until December 19, 2026

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From Nelson International Mural Festival and Nelson & District Arts Council

Festival - Nelson International Mural Festival

Nelson International Mural Festival returns in 2026 with fresh paint, dynamic performances, and exciting workshops!

All events are free of charge, all ages, and held in public, accessible spaces. Click the links below for more information.

Friday: Mainstage performances at Lakeside Park

Saturday: Mural Activations

Sunday: Workshops

August 7, 8 and 9

From Nelson International Mural Festival

Collaborative Songwriting Workshop

Conversations with Self & Other

We will be breaking down creative barriers…and creating them! Practical tips and discussion around the creative process and co-writing.

1:00-2:00pm at Nelson United Church - 602 Silica St. Free.

August 9

From Nelson International Mural Festival

Songwriting Workshop

Pick’s Tips: Songwriting 101 with Paris Pick

In this hour-long workshop with Yacht-Pop Princess Paris Pick, we’ll learn about song structure and song inspiration.

4:00-5:00pm at Nelson United Church - 602 Silica St. Free.

August 9

From Nelson International Mural Festival

Singing Workshop

Singing Makes the World Go Round

Discover (or rediscover!) the joy of singing in rounds! Led by Alison Girvan for singers of every experience level. A round is one of music’s simplest and most magical forms. Everyone sings the same melody, but each group begins at a different time to create beautiful harmonies as parts overlap.

2:30-3:30pm at Nelson United Church - 602 Silica St. Free.

August 9

From Belle Miners

Music Performance - Belle Miners

Join us for an intimate outdoor concert with the acclaimed Australian Canadian folk pop trio known for their lush harmonies, heartfelt storytelling, and engaging stage presence. Finger food Potluck! Bring a lawn chair, blankets and enjoy a magical summer evening of live music in a unique backyard setting.

With: Felicia Harding, Marina Avros, Jaime Jackett and Daine Spowart

6:00-9:00pm at Heddlestone Village - 3260 Heddle Rd., Central Kootenay. $25.

August 9

From the Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Columbia Basin Culture Tour - A Weekend for Lovers of Arts, Culture and Heritage

To learn more about the Culture Tour, discover the venues and view a map of locations,

August 9

From Nelson United Church

Music Performance - Kwan & Friends

Nelson’s very own Robert Kwan on piano, joined by cellist Danielle Merlis and flautist Ruth Langevin in a beautiful concert.

7:00pm at the United Church Sanctuary - 602 Silica St. $20; available at the church office (Mon-Thurs 10:00am-noon)

August 9

From Rosebud Bowl Cannabis Comparison

Cultural Gathering (19+) - Rosebud Bowl - Where legacy cannabis culture meets music, education, and intentional community. Bringing together growers, artists, educators, and friends for a weekend of connection, learning, and celebration.This is a space to be with friends, camp, and experience the evolution of cannabis culture in an intentional, elevated way.

At Rosebud Lake. See links for schedule and prices.

August 7, 8, 9, and 10

From Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society

Workshop - Crawford Bay Shoreline Homeowner Workshop

August 9

Bar and Restaurant

The Dam Restaurant & Bar - Jam at The Dam open stage.

Every Sunday 3:30-6:30pm, 3126 Slocan Station Rd, Crescent Valley

Every Sunday

From Diverse F7miiy Roots

Family Support Dads Matter/ Empowering dads. - Create a supportive community where dads of children with disabilities can connect, share experiences, and offer mutual support.Workshops and informational sessions to equip fathers with practical strategies for navigating various aspects of caregiving, accessing resources, and advocating for their children's needs. Every Sunday Evening on ZOOM - 6:30 Pacific.

Ongoing, every Sunday until December 27, 2026

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From Empowering Women: Small Business Meetup

Small Business Meetup - Lift as We Climb

This group is dedicated to fostering a supportive community for women entrepreneurs and small business owners in Nelson and surrounding areas. In monthly meetups we share experiences, challenges and successes. Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for years, you'll find inspiration, advice, and lasting connections. Let’s lift each other up and grow together!

4:30-6:00pm at Lakeside Park under the BBQ shelter.

August 10

The Om Work Guru - Selkirk College

Orton-Gillingham Literacy Instructors Training

A trauma-informed approach for educators, including teachers, parents and family members, educational assistants and tutors. Orton-Gillingham is literacy instruction for everyone. It is a curriculum designed by a neurologist and a linguist using a trauma-informed perspective and multi-sensory learning tools. Learn science-based literacy instruction skills that can be applied in a classroom setting or with one-to-one instruction.

See links for timing. At 701 Tenth St. $1,199 plus GST.

August 10

From Rosebud Bowl Cannabis Comparison

Cultural Gathering (19+)

Rosebud Bowl -Where legacy cannabis culture meets music, education, and intentional community. Bringing together growers, artists, educators, and friends for a weekend of connection, learning, and celebration.This is a space to be with friends, camp, and experience the evolution of cannabis culture in an intentional, elevated way.

At Rosebud Lake. See links for schedule and prices.

August 7, 8, 9, and 10

Every Monday

From Options for Sexual Health

Supporting Sexual Health - Nelson Options for Sexual Health Clinic Drop-in clinic with some booked appointments - sex ed; STI testing and treatment; PAP tests; birth control including IUD and implant insertion. nelson.opt.clinic@gmail.com

1 800-739-7367 - Mondays 5.30-8:00pm, 518 Lake St.

(Clinic will be closed for all Holidays that fall on a Monday).

Ongoing, every Monday until December 28, 2026

From Taghum Hall

Table Tennis at Taghum Hall - All levels welcome. 5:00-7:00pm.

Click for calendar

Ongoing, every Monday until December 28, 2026

From Kootenay Seniors

You Move Medical Qi Gong - Qi is the life force required to sustain life. We follow prescribed patterns to help energy flow , prevent blockages and stagnation and increase our life force. Free, all seniors welcome. 10:00am at Lakeside Place, 805 Nelson Ave.

Ongoing, every Monday until December 28, 2026

From Kootenay Seniors

You Sing Rise Up Singing, Music group for seniors - Pick up an instrument, dust the cobwebs off your vocal cords and become part of a collaborative, inspiring, team of like-minded individuals. At Lakeside Place, 805 Nelson Ave. 2:00-3:00pm

Ongoing, every Monday until December 28, 2026

From Nelson Seniors Centre Society

You Play Bridge - Adults of all ages welcome at Nelson Seniors Centre,

717 Vernon St. 12:45pm

Ongoing, every Monday until December 28, 2026

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From the Nelson Public Library

You Read! - Summer Reading Club 2026

Explore Tide Pools

Join us as we learn all about tide pools and the creatures that inhabit them! We will be making our very own tide pools out of paper plates, doing fun obstacle course relays, and playing lots of games.

10:30 to 12:30

Suggested ages: 6-11 years

At Nelson Public Library

August 11

From Community Futures

Business Workshop - Webinar

Sell Without the Ick - How to Love Selling - Most founders say they hate selling — but what they really hate is how it makes them feel. This workshop blends practical sales strategy with energy work, so you can sell in a way that feels aligned, abundant, and authentic. Because your energy is like BO — if you’re selling from lack or fear, people can feel it. You’ll learn how to create safety and confidence in your sales process while still applying smart business strategy.

1:00-3:00pm. $60

August 11

From Circle of Indigenous Nations Society

Supporting Health - KB Access Clinic at COINS - Through an ongoing partnership the Circle of Indigenous Nations Society (COINS) and the KB Access Clinic are working together to offer primary care for patients without a family practitioner, both Indigenous & non-Indigenous, in a welcoming space at the COINS Sacred Roots Wellness Room in Castlegar.

Pre-booked appointments 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Drop-in 1:00 - 3:00 pm. 1801 Connors Rd, Castlegar

Click for Path Map & Times

Every other Tuesdays, Aug 11 - Aug 25

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From Timeanddate

Total Solar Eclipse on Aug 12, 2026: Path Map & Times

Partially visible in Nelson

From Tapatia Collective

Dance Workshop - Reggaeton Workshop

Get ready to groove! Teresa brings her professional dance and performance experience to this high-energy Reggaeton workshop, with influences from Latin urban styles, Hip-Hop, and Afro-Brazilian movement. Explore foundational grooves, movement, and performance energy in a fun and welcoming open-level class.

6:30-7:30pm at 601 Vernon St. $25.

August 12

From West Kootenay Child Care Resource and Referral

Children (up to 6) - Sand Ananda

10:00am OR 3:30pm at 611 5th St (upstairs in the First Baptist Church). Free

Click here for more information and to register

Click to register

Every Wednesday from August 12, 19 & 26

From Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society

Workshop - Shoreline Homeowner Workshops

Bars and Restaurants

The Royal - Dani-Rae Clark w/Donovan Land. Album release tour! $15 plus taxes and fees. 8:00-11:50pm. 330 Baker St.

August 12

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From Nelson Fire Rescue

Yard-Fuel Pickup Day

Eligible residents can have small coniferous trees, branches and other woody debris picked up from their property. Space is limited, and registration is required. This service is available to addresses within Nelson city limits. Registration required.

To register email firesmart@nelson.ca or call 250-352-8116.

August 13

From Afko Franco

Community Gathering - 5 à 7 - 5 to 7

We chat, we laugh, we play, we cheers! Join us every third Thursday of the month for a friendly 5 to 7 gathering with francophones and francophiles from across the region. Whether you’re looking to meet new people, reconnect with friends, or simply enjoy a relaxed evening after work, everyone is welcome.

5:00-7:00pm at Rose Garden Cafe, Rotary Lakeside Park. Free.

August 13

From Community Futures

Business Workshop - Webinar

Best Practices for Conducting Market Research - This is a tailored workshop for business owners and entrepreneurs eager to understand their market landscape better. Through exploring both qualitative and quantitative methodologies and leveraging the latest digital tools, attendees will gain insights crucial for business growth. Post-workshop, participants will have access to valuable online resources, empowering them to make informed decisions as they navigate the entrepreneurial journey.

8:00-10:00am. $60

August 13

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Kokanee Creek Summer Speaker Series

Aug. 13 - James Baxter - Fish of Kootenay Lake

Coming up

August 14 - Molly Teather Kootenay Lake Fish Management
August 19 - CKISS - Invasive Species Games Night
August 20 - Friends of Kootenay Lake - Birding Workshop (6:30 - 8:00pm)
August 21 - Grant Machutchon - Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays
August tba - Nelson Nerds - Lego Robotics

7:00 -8:00 pm in the theatre at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre,

4810 Highway 3A - By donation

Last event of the series is August 21

From Toastmasters Nelson Fresh Tracks

Learn Communication Skills - Nelson Fresh Tracks - Besides learning valuable presentation and communication skills, members have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, the ability to think on their feet, how to run a meeting, and how to evaluate and provide effective feedback.

7:00-8:30 pm at Community First Health Coop Resource meeting room, 518 Lake St. and on Zoom.

Ongoing, 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, August 13 and August 27...

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From Rock Rush

Market - Rock and Gem Show and Sale

This annual event with vendors from all over Canada.There will be crystals, fossils, gems, jewelry, specimens and local minerals for sale. Also geode breaking. Fun for the whole family!

Friday, August 14 - 3:00-8:00pm
Saturday, August 15 - 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, August 16 - 10:00am-4:00pm

At the Prestige Lakeside Resort. Admission $5; 12 and under free.

August 14, 15 and 16

From

Music Performance - White Lightening Band

All ages blues, rock and boogie down!

7:00-9:30pm at Queen’s Bay Church Hall - $10-15 sliding scale

Click here for the Nelson Farmers Market Facebook Page

August 14

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Kokanee Creek Summer Speaker Series

Aug. 14 - Molly Teather K. Lake Fish Management

Coming up

August 19 - CKISS - Invasive Species Games Night
August 20 - Friends of Kootenay Lake - Birding Workshop (6:30 - 8:00pm)
August 21 - Grant Machutchon - Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays
August tba - Nelson Nerds - Lego Robotics

7:00 -8:00 pm in the theatre at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre,

4810 Highway 3A - By donation

Last event of the series is August 21

From Destination Castlegar

Fishing Derby - Castlegar Invasive Fishout

This fall Castlegar will host the Invasive Species Fishout Derby on the Columbia River. The intent is to catch as many walleye (Regional Guidelines) and northern pike as possible because both species were introduced to the waters here and are detrimental to the native species of trout, Kokanee, and others.

Entry fee $40

August 14 to 23

Bars and Restaurants

Royal Canadian Legion - Retrofit - Canada’s Finest Psychedelic Band! $17.31. 7:00-10:00pm at 402 Victoria St.

August 14

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Nelson's Saturday Farmer's Market - The regular season will run until Saturday, October 31st. We will wrap up the season with a big Halloween Market.

The Saturday market runs from 9am to 2pm at Cottonwood Falls Park, rain or shine.

Performing:

The Funky Family

Upcoming:

August 22 - Rio Bailey
August 29 - Sofia Barquin - https://www.instagram.com/sofiabarquinmusic/
September 5 - Daniela - https://www.instagram.com/danielaaaa.mp3/
September 12 - Kim Bater
September 19 - Aaron Pasacreta -https://www.instagram.com/aaronpasacretamusic/
September 26 - Rio Bailey
October 3 - Nikko Forsberg
October 10 - Matt Brown
October 17 - Nikko Forsberg
October 24 - Matt Brown
October 31 - Thabi Pratt

From Nelson Youth Action Network

Dance Fundraiser - Boogie in the Park

A full day of feel-good music from local DJs, with daytime vibes that all ages can enjoy. Bring your family, friends and dancing shoes! Donations support the Nelson Youth Action Network. We believe music has the power to bring people together. Come soak up the sunshine, get your boogie on, and help make a difference for local youth

1:00-9:00pm at the Rotary Shelter in Lakeside Park. Free, donations welcome

August 15

From Castlegar Craft and Farmers Market

Market - Castlegar Station Museum Night Market

From farm fresh foods to handmade crafts, there’s something special for everyone. With music from Tenise Marie and UCRA Mountain String Band.

5:00-9:00pm at 400 13th Ave, Castlegar.

August 15

From Kokanee Parish

Market - St. Saviour’s Flea Market

Our July Flea Market was so successful that we are doing it again!

9:00am-12:00pm at 710 Ward St.

August 15

Bars and Restaurants

The Royal - An Intimate Evening with Bella Cat. $15 plus taxes and fees. 8:00-11:50pm. 330 Baker St.

August 15

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From Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society and Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society

Work Party - Invasive Species Blitz at Harrop Wetlands

Come learn to ID and remove these species hands-on, and leave knowing you've made a real difference for the native plants and wildlife of the Harrop Wetland! Help us protect this habitats biodiversity and restore the ecological balance.

9:00-11:00am. Meet at Harrop Wetlands trailhead beside Sunshine Bay Riding Club off Erindale Road in Harrop.

Click for more information and a detailed map of the affected area

August 16

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From the BC Wildfire Service - July 31, 2026

Media Release - Area restriction in effect for the Jumbo Creek area

The BC Wildfire Service continues to respond to the Jumbo Creek Wildfire (N21071). This wildfire is estimated to be 145 hectares and is located in the Jumbo Creek area, 38 km west of the District of Invermere. In the interest of public and responder safety, this area restriction takes effect immediately and remains in place until the earlier of 12:00 noon (PDT) on October 15, 2026, or until the Order is rescinded.

NOTE: The east approach to Jumbo Pass Hut is included in the restriction; access is only permitted from the west. Jumbo Pass Hut is not included in the restriction.

From the BC Wildfire Service and the RDCK - August 1, 2026

Evacuation Alert issued due to Poplar Creek wildfire in Electoral Area D

The Poplar Creek wildfire is estimated at 162 hectares. The suspected cause of the wildfire is lightning. Crews are building a control line on the east side of the fire before Highway 31. Aviation resources are assigned to support. On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has issued an Evacuation Alert due to the Poplar Creek (N71253) wildfire. The Evacuation Alert area includes 30 properties from 15904 Highway 31 north through the community of Poplar Creek to Rapid Creek, located approximately 60 km north of Kaslo in Electoral Area D. At this time residents or visitors within the area are not required to evacuate, however the RDCK advises people to remain vigilant and be prepared to leave the area at a moment’s notice. It is recommended to prepare an emergency kit and ensure preparedness, including moving pets and livestock to a safe area, in the event the situation worsens, and an Evacuation Order is enforced. Part of your plan should include where you can go if evacuated and ensuring you are registered for Voyent Alert! emergency notifications.

Click for more information and the complete media release

From the Kootenay Conservation Program

Initiatives - Conservation Ambassador Training: A free knowledge-building opportunity for the Kootenay conservation community.

Our Conservation Ambassador Training is an ongoing series of online interactive workshops designed to increase field-based knowledge for stewardship practitioners in the Kootenays.

Participants can watch previously-recorded sessions at their own pace and receive a beautiful Conservation Ambassador Certificate.

With a focus on the practical side of land and water stewardship, these workshops take a deeper look at stewardship solutions in the Kootenays. Guided by experts, they share leading-science, best management practices, and innovative techniques that will help fellow practitioners in the field.

Click here for more information

From Kootenay School of the Arts, Eden DuPont - August 1, 2026

Fundraising for a new chapter for Kootenay School of the Arts. - We still have a few administrative hoops to jump through in the coming weeks, but we are closer than we’ve ever been! We’ve already raised $55,000 toward our startup campaign, which means we are more than halfway to the goal we hope to reach before September programming begins. Please Donate. Share. Spread the word. Be part of keeping the arts thriving in the Kootenays.

From the Friends of the Nelson Public Library

Fundraiser - Friends of the Library Puzzle Sale - Get ready to piece together some fun! We're accepting donations of complete puzzles in good condition throughout August. If you have a puzzle ready for a new home, consider donating it to help fellow puzzlers while supporting the library. Saturday, September 19

1:00 - 5:00 pm

September 19

From the Friends of the Nelson Public Library

Fundraiser - Friends of the Library 2027 Nelson Calendar

Check out the Friends of the Library 2027 Nelson Calendar. Featuring stunning photos by local photographer Madeleine Guenette, this calendar makes a great gift or keepsake for

summer visitors. Calendars are available at the Library for $25 + GST, with

more Nelson locations coming soon. All proceeds support future Library programs and projects!

Click here for more information

From the Kootenay Co-op

Community Grant Opportunity - Next Deadline February 1, 2027

Our Community Grants Program offers a at least 4 community grants, each valued up to $1,000, for community projects or initiatives that help strengthen and support our local community. Grants are awarded 2 times per year for a minimum of 8 grants each year. Community Grants are available to local organizations for community projects, programs or initiatives. Successful applications will include details about the project, its impact on our local community, the process for project completion, and how the grant contribution would fit within the overall project budget. We prioritize grant giving to projects that align with the Kootenay Co-op’s mission, vision + values.

Click here for more information and to submit your grant application!

Police & Fire News

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

whenever they post a media release

From Salmo RCMP - July 31 - 2026 at 8am

Update: Missing 28-year-old woman located Kayla Boisvert

Salmo RCMP is updating the public that the 28-year-old female, who was reported missing on July 28, 2026, from the Shambhala Music Festival has been located safe.

Thank you to the public and media for their assistance and the valuable tips that helped advance this investigation. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Search and Rescue, festival organizers and our partner agencies for their dedicated support and efforts throughout.

To respect the privacy of the woman and her family, no further details will be released.

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From Balfour Harrop Fire Rescue - August 1, 2026

Balfour Harrop Fire Rescue – Weekly Response Summary

This week, our members responded to:

2 Medical Calls
1 Small Wildfire Call
1 Hazmat Call
1 Item Fire Call

This week in our tool feature series, we're highlighting one of the most important pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) firefighters wear on every structure fire: the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

Click to read the complete update and to learn more about SCBA's

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From The Osprey Community Foundation

What does Community mean to you?

We’d love to hear what makes Nelson special for you! Whether it’s an important group of people in your life, a tradition you cherish, a place where you feel at home, or even a simple act of kindness, help us understand what makes our community special.

Enter To Win! – each submission will be entered into the draw to win some great prizes donated by our amazing local community organizations!

Draw Prizes

$500 donated to a local registered charity or non-profit organization of the winner’s choosing

Capitol Theatre Season Show tickets (3 shows x 2 tickets per show)
1 month NDCC pass (RDCK Recreation facilities)
2 x $100 Kootenay Coop Gift Cards

*Contest Closes August 31, 2026

Click for more information and to enter

From the RDCK

Article - Considering a Run for Local Government? Understanding the RDCK is the first step

As British Columbia prepares for local government elections on October 17, some residents across the Kootenays may be asking themselves a simple question: “Should I run?”

For many, that interest begins with a desire to help address local issues such as housing, recreation, emergency services, planning, water systems or resource recovery. But before putting their name forward, prospective candidates should understand how local government works and the role of the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK).

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From Wildsight

Job Opportunity - Communications and Engagement Lead for Wildsight

Wildsight protects wild places and builds sustainable communities in BC’s Kootenay-Columbia region. With 40 years of history, we are recognized as a leader in large-scale conservation and environmental education.

As the Communications and Engagement Lead you’ll provide strategic leadership for the communications and engagement team, ensuring cohesive messaging, effective campaigns, strong public presence, and meaningful opportunities for people to engage with Wildsight’s work. You’ll lead the Communications and Engagement team, manage Wildsight’s traditional media profile, work with campaign & program leads to identify and deliver day-to-day communications, content and engagement needs, and steward the Wildsight brand.

Send your application to admin@wildsight.ca by August 7, 2026.

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From the Nelson Cares Society

Fundraising Raffle - Enter to Win a a Pedego Element E-Bike and support The Advocacy Centre

Enter the Nelson CARES Society fundraising summer raffle for your chance to win a Pedego Avenue Electric Bike. All proceeds from the raffle go to support the Advocacy Centre. Tickets are $10 each.

Draw date is September 15, 2026

From the Nelson Public Library

Pop Quiz - How much do you love YOUR library?

Put your knowledge to the test with our fun library quiz! See if you can earn your stripes as a library superfan or learn something new:

Click here to take the quiz

From Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS)

Media Release - Get Paid to Remove Invasive Plants from your land!

If you live in RDCK Areas A, D, E, F, or H, you can earn cash rewards for removing the invasive plants Spotted knapweed, Common tansy, and/or Scotch broom from your property until Fall 2026!

It’s simple:

Register your property with CKISS
Download the Crowdsorsa app – available early May to end of October
Follow easy plant ID and removal instructions
Upload before-and-after videos of your work through the app
Get paid!

You can do the work yourself or have a friend, neighbour, or family member get paid to do the removal.

Click here for more information and the complete media release

From the City of Nelson

Media Release - Take the Water Conservation Pledge

The City of Nelson is inviting residents to take the Water Conservation Pledge and commit to saving water this summer. Residents who complete the pledge online will be entered into a draw to win a $200 gift card to a local Nelson business. As of Friday, July 10, the City has implemented Stage 1 water restrictions and requires all residents to take steps to reduce water use. Visit nelson.ca/water for specific activity restrictions.

Take the Water Conservation Pledge today at nelson.ca/water to help protect Nelson's water supply and be entered to win a $200 gift card to a local Nelson business.

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From Nelson & District Credit Union

and Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Fundraiser Raffle - Paddle away in a handcrafted Hellman Canoe! NDCU is proud to support the annual fundraising raffle by the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre. Every ticket helps connect people to nature while supporting environmental education right here in the Kootenays. Grab your tickets at the Nature Centre and you could be cruising the lake in style! Draw will be held September 7, 4PM at the Kokanee Creek

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From Procter Community Society

Fundraiser - Fundraising Raffle for the Procter Schoolhouse - Win an E-Bike!

It's that time of year again...get your tickets early!

Win a Liv Amiti E + 1, Retailed at $3000. Plus 2nd, 3rd and 4th prizes. Tickets are $10 available at @ Procter Village Cafe, Procter General Store, Gericks Cycle & Ski, and Kokanee Park Marina.

Winning ticket will be drawn on August 16 at 3:00 pm

From Nelson Community Services

Fundraiser - Ride for Refuge on October 3, 2026

The RIDE FOR REFUGE is a family- friendly fundraising walk and bike ride in support of Canadian charities that serves people seeking hope, safety and freedom. Locally, the funds raised will support the Aimee Beaulieu Transition House (ABTH) which provides emergency safe shelter and support for self-identifying women and children leaving domestic violence and abuse. The ABTH marked its 30th anniversary in 2025 serving the community and this fundraiser will support the programs and services offered there.

From KidSport Nelson and Nelson Leafs Recycling

Nelson Leaf's Recycling Charity of the Month is KidSport Nelson - Save your empties! For the month of August, KidSport Nelson is the Nelson Leafs Recycling Charity of the Month. All empties dropped in the depot's drop off bin will go towards helping local kids gain access to sport.

From AFKO

Le Bottin: A Directory of French-Language Services in the West Kootenays - The Association des Francophones des Kootenays Ouest (AFKO) is launching Le Bottin, an online directory listing services available in French in the region.

Click for more information and to buy tickets

From Nelson Cares Society

Fundraising Raffle - Win A Pedego Element E-Bike - The Pedego Element E- Bike will help you get up and down all of Nelson's hills. Proceeds Support The Advocacy Centre

Tickets available online at nelsoncares.ca and Nelson CARES - 205 Hall St. Draw date Sept 15th, 2026. BC Gaming License #175009.

From Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice

Media Release - Guide for Navigating

Weight & Health in Kootenay Boundary

We’re pleased to introduce Patient Pathways: Weight & Health, a new resource to support people in the Kootenay Boundary region as they navigate weight, health, and care options.

The guide offers practical, respectful information to help you better understand weight & health, explore next steps, and access local supports. It includes guidance on nutrition, physical activity, prevention, medical care options, mental health, and the many factors that can shape weight and wellbeing.

From Outdoor Learning School & Store

Media Release - 4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning

This Indigenous-led course is open to EVERYONE.

Beginning in the Fall and running until the Spring each year, this course serves to support participants in deepening their understanding of Indigenous knowledge and perspectives while strengthening connections with the local Land and supporting more respectful, reciprocal relationships.

Each Season (year) offers 12 hours of learning at your own pace – an average of 1 hour each month.

Click for more information and to register

From Mexican Community - Kootenay Boundary

Media Release - VENDORS WANTED – Día de Muertos Celebration 2026 - We are looking for vendors to join our Día de Muertos Celebration at the Castlegar Complex on November 1st, 2026! You do not need to be Mexican to participate — everyone is welcome! As long as your products, art, or business are inspired by or respectful of Mexican culture and traditions, we would love to have you join us

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From the RDCK

Bear Closure - Trail Closure Notice - The Nelson Salmo Great Northern Trail is closed between the Cottonwood Lake viewing platform and Ivy Road Trailhead (Cottonwood Lake Regional Park → Hall Siding).

This annual closure is due to high bear activity.

Click here for more information on other local parks and trails

From Waste Less Kootenays

Media Release - Nelson Waste Less Map

The Nelson Waste Less Map is a curated map of local businesses and organizations offering refill, repair, resale, compost, and reuse services. The mission is to inspire and connect residents with sustainable options while promoting businesses that make a difference.

Coming Up In August

From the Polka Dot Dragon Arts Society

Media Release - Sustainable Carnival Masquerade Workshops - We’re excited to welcome Michael Lee Poy and Xica Dieffenthaller-Lee Poy this August for a weeklong immersive Carnival costume-making experience!

Drawing inspiration from both traditional “Old Mas” practices and contemporary Carnival costume design, we’ll explore creative ways to make Carnival costumes using biodegradable and sustainable materials. August 17-21 at the Kutenai Art Therapy Institute - 191 Baker St 2nd floor, Nelson, Sliding scale $50-$350

From Nelson BC Farmers Market

Nelson August Night Market

The second Night Market of the summer is less than a month away! We have an incredible lineup of artisan vendors, live music, performances, and, because you asked for it, more food vendors than ever before!

Performers include:

Discover Circus
PermaCarnival (a Trinidadian Carnival Artist)
Revelry
Mountain Weather Band
Baker Street Blues
Moving Mosaic Samba Band
RhythmDance Orchestra
B Mcjones Highland Dancers
Paris Prick
DJ Ulran
Sofia Barquin

Exact schedule TBA!

6pm - 10pm Friday, August 21, 2026 on Baker Street in Nelson

Click for a complete list of other courses offered throughout the region and online with additional information such as dates, times and how to register.

August 21

From Selkirk College

Certification and Training Opportunities - Community Education & Workplace Training Courses

Courses are open for registration! Explore featured courses in Castlegar, Nelson and Trail.

Featured courses in Nelson:

Forklift Operator - August 21
Basic First Aid Instructor Training: WorkSafeBC (formerly OFA 1 Instructor Training) - October 19

From the Everest Legacy Fund Foundation

Fundraiser - Carrying Everest’s Light Forward - 2nd Annual EC 18 Golf Challenge

Join us for the 2nd Annual EC 18 Challenge, a day of connection, remembrance, and meaningful impact in honor of Everest.

Taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the beautiful Balfour Golf Course, this special event brings our community together for an unforgettable round of golf played in a scramble format, making it welcoming and fun for all skill levels.

Registration is $185 per player ($125 for Juniors)

Created in memory of an incredible young man, Everest Conboy, this fund carries forward his spirit through support, connection, and care for families facing hardship.

From Micheal Wicks

Volunteers Needed - Annual Nelson Queer Archive event for Pride

I am organizing the Annual Nelson Queer Archive event for Pride, to be held at the Nelson Public Library on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. It will be an Inter-active re-enactment of the events surrounding our First Nelson Pride parade in 1996, and I am asking for 10-15 people to volunteer to participate in sharing material from our archive. Please PM me to be part of this historical event, or contact michael@nelsonpride.ca

From Fairview Dementia Friendly Neighbourhood

Monthly Support Group - Dementia Friendly Group

This open group offers helpful education and skills support for caregivers, for people living with early stage dementia, and for those influenced by dementia. The group is facilitated within a conversational format. For details about monthly group dates and location, please see our facebook site: Fairview Dementia Friendly Neighbourhood.

1:00-2:30pm. Location TBA at registration. Free

Registration is required, Space is limited to 6 participants.

Contact Lee Reid: 250-352-3870.

August 26

Coming Up In September

From School District 8

News Release - 2026 School Trustee Elections - The next General Local Election for School Trustees of the Board of Education of School District No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) will be held on October 17, 2026. School Trustees are elected for a four-year term and elections occur at the same time as the municipal election.

General Local Election for School Trustees happening on October 17, 2026, including requirements and deadlines for school trustee candidate nominations, and where to find other important election facts.

Are you or is someone you know interested in serving their community

as a B.C. School Trustee?

Nomination Period: September 1 – 11, 2026

(nominations open 9:00 a.m. Sept 1 and close 4:00 p.m. Sept 11)

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From the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Fundraiser - Support the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre - Back by popular demand! We are raffling off a Hellman Kootenay Canoe (donated by the Nelson and District Credit Union)! But wait, there is more! We are also raffling off a half-hour helicopter tour of the Kokanee Glacier (donated by Purcell Helicopters)! Tickets for each raffle are 10.00 each. Draw will be held September 7, 4PM at the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre. Good Luck!!! Tickets available at the Nature Centre.

From Marked UP Entertainment

HieroDay Canada September 11-13, 2026

Salmo River Ranch, BC

A Celebration of Independent Hip-Hop, Art & Community. Hieroglyphics is landing on the Salmo River Ranch on September 12 for the first official Hiero Day Canada this September. Expect Shambhala vibes, with the most legendary Bay Area Crew in Hip Hop history. Get ready for 12 hours of music and one night of camping under the stars at the home of Shambhala Music Festival.

Click here for more information and for tickets

From Terry Lund, Christ Chart and the Terry Fox Foundation

Cancer Research Fundraiser - Terry Fox Run

Sponsored Run/Walk from Lakeside Park flagpole to Prestige or end of Airport and back. Saturday September 12, 2026

Registration: 9:00 - 10:00 am (Rotary Shelter)

Start Time: 10:00 am (Lakeside Flagpole)

Start to Close Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location: Rotary Lakeside Park - 306 Elwyn Street, Nelson

Click here for more information, to pre-register and raise funds or to donate directly

September 12

From Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association - KERPA

Media Release - Support KERPA, Support your Community - Support KERPA with your purchase of a raffle ticket -You could be the next winner! $5000 cash prize! Draw date is September 12 at the Nelson Road Kings Car Show. $10 per ticket Contact admin@kerpa.org to buy your tickets.

Click here to visit KERPA's Website and to buy tickets.

From Krestova Slow Food Cycle

Media Release - Come join us for the 6th annual Krestova Slow Food Cycle Sunday Sept 12 10am-2pm!

Park at Linden Lane Farms unload ur bikes (or your feet) and stop by all the vendors around Krestova offering farm fresh goods, baked goods, big garage sales, lemonaid stands, horse rides, temporary tattoos, boozie-cicles/popsicles, reiki sessions, etc! There is a FREE LUNCH and kids crafts set up offered at one of the stops too thanks to Neighbourhood Small Grants Network! Bring cash & smiles and get ready for a good time!!!

From Discover Circus

Community Circus Celebration - A Decade of Discover Circus! Whether you've been with us since day one or you're discovering us for the very first time, this is a celebration for our entire community. Bring your friends, bring your family, and help us mark a decade of inspiring creativity, confidence, and connection through circus arts.

September 13, 2026 - 4-6pm at the Discover Circus Parking Lot, Nelson. Free Event!

Click here to learn more and to register

September 13

From Outdoor Learning in partnership with Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC)

Media Release - Southern Michif Introductory Language Online Course - This course consists of 6 interactive 90-minute online lessons on Tuesday evenings from September 15 – October 20 taking place at 6pm PT.

This course is open to everyone, and is offered free of charge through a partnership with Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC). If you are a non-Indigenous learner we ask that you review these reflections prior to the first session.

Southern Michif is a traditional language of the Métis people. It is also known as Michif, Michif Cree, Heritage Michif, aan Cree, and aañ Crii. Participants will have the opportunity to delve into the rich Métis heritage and acquire fundamental Michif language skills. Led by a traditional Michif speaker Marie Schoenthal, this workshop promises an immersive experience that celebrates and preserves Métis culture.

From Nelson Cycling Club

Media Release - Fat Tire Festival turns 30!

For 30 years, the Fat Tire Festival has celebrated the trails, the people who build them, and the community that continues to make Nelson a world-class place to ride.

Whether you've been here since the very beginning or this will be your first Fat Tire, this is the year you won't want to miss.

September 17–20, 2026

From Wild Song Yoga

Media Release - The Wild Mother Gathering -

The Wild Mother Gathering is a one-day festival created for mothers, by mothers, and held by mothers. Through workshops, ritual, movement, and community, it offers a rare space to step out of the demands of daily life and return to yourself, supported, seen, and deeply held.

Featuring mother-led workshops, a marketplace of mother-owned businesses, nourishing food from mother-run kitchens, and an on-site kids camp, this is a gathering rooted in real-life motherhood.

September 19, 2026 9am-8pm at the Vallican Whole Community Center Winlaw, BC

From Nelson Police Department

Fundraising Opportunity and Celebration of the lives of Detective Wade Tittemore and Constable Mathieu Nolet - Nelson Police Department Memorial Run/Walk. 5K Run/Walk; 10K Run & 1K Kids Fun Run - This community event brings together runners, walkers, families, friends and supporters to raise funds for a scholarship in their name, awarded to a deserving LV Rogers student. The 1K is a fun kids run. The 5K run/walk is along the waterfront. The 10K run has rolling hills but ends in a fast, flat finish. This distance is chip timed.

The race will be held September 20, 2026

Click for more information, pricing and to register

From MASSiF Music

2026 Massif Music Festival Sept 24-26, 2026

Nelson BC

It's Massif's 10th anniversary! Three nights of carefully curated mayhem in Nelson, BC, from Sept. 24-26 at the Eagles Lodge and the Royal. Punk, metal, doom, hardcore, psych and more musicians eager to blow your mind. And it's all-ages at Eagles!

Get your tickets asap!

From Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society

Workshop - Nelson Shoreline Homeowner Workshop

Coming Up In October

From Nelson Community Services

Fundraiser - Ride for Refuge on October 3, 2026

From the Nelson Cycling Club

Media Release - The Monster Downhill

Take on The Monster - Kaslo's iconic double black diamond downhill trail! Top to bottom, all 4.4 km and 1,190 m in vertical.

A collaboration between the Nelson Cycling Club and the Kaslo Mountain Bike Club.

Taking place on Mt. Buchanan, Sunday, October 4, 2026

9:00 am registration opens | 12:00 pm riders drop in.

Stick around for après, awards, and a burger & beverage deal at the Kaslo Hotel.

What You Need to Know About the Upcoming Election

Election Day: October 17, 2026

This is our opportunity to help shape our community—by voting, and for those who are interested, by considering a run for local office.

To support informed participation, I have included three resources in this issue. Whether you are thinking about becoming a candidate or simply want to better understand how local government works before you cast your ballot, these workshops and presentations provide useful information.

Click the links below for more information:

Candidate Readiness Workshop — sponsored by the Cities of Castlegar, Trail, Rossland, Nelson and the Village of Fruitvale

2026 General Local Election Information — provided by the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK)

So You Want to Be on City Council — a presentation from the City of Cranbrook for prospective candidates and anyone interested in how municipal government works.

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From the Nelson Public Library

Help us make the Nelson Public Library more welcoming and accessible for everyone - We’re planning updates to the interior public spaces on the main floor of the library and are seeking input from people with lived experience of disability.

Click here to answer the survey

This is an ongoing survey

From Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community

We’d like your feedback about our Empowering the Citizen Patient articles - The Patient Advisory Committee and Community of the Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice is taking part in the Canada-wide Health Excellence Canada Right Care Challenge. This program helps health organizations make sure people get the right care, at the right time, in the right place, and helps reduce avoidable emergency department visits. This short survey is anonymous, and only the combined results will be shared with Health Excellence Canada.

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From Kootenay Conservation Program,

KCP Program Assistant 75 day – 7-month contract; Approx. 2 days/week. - Until March 31, 2027 to cover a leave of absence. Flexible location within the Kootenay Region, KCP is seeking a highly organized and tech-savvy contractor to provide support services to a broad range of KCP initiatives including workshops, field tours, and Local Conservation Funds.

Apply by Friday August 7, 2026, Noon PDT; 1 pm MT

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From Nelson CARES Society

Job Opportunities: (Updated August 3, 2026)

From the City of Nelson

The City of Nelson has several job openings: (Updated August 3, 2026)

Click for job opportunities postings

From the RDCK

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has several job openings: (Updated July 18, 2026)

Additional positions available in various locations.

Click for job opportunities postings

From Wildsight

Job Opportunity - Communications and Engagement Lead for Wildsight

Send your application to admin@wildsight.ca by August 7, 2026.

Click for more information and a complete job description

Job Resources

From Kootenay Career Development Society

KCDS - Our Job is to Help You Find One - From training and certifications to help with tools, workwear, and transportation, we’re here to help you land the job and thrive. KCDS also offers a variety of employment programs providing opportunities and support for employers.

From The Skills Centre

The Skills Centre provides free and low-cost skills training and employment programs - We will help you get the certifications you need, help with your resume and interview skills, and offer financial support while you learn.

From Greater Nelson Economic Development

Youth + Jobs: Video Stories from People Building Their Futures in the Kootenays - Many young people are trying to figure out what career paths are possible... In these short videos youth talk about their experiences, how they found their path, and what helped them get started.

From WorkBC Central Kootenay

Nelson WorkBC Centre - WorkBC Centres help people find jobs, explore career options and improve their skills. We help employers fill jobs, find the right talent and grow their businesses. Anyone can access these services in-person or virtually online.

From Community Futures Central Kootenay

Community Futures Central Kootenay - Offers a wide range of programs and services to support new and existing businesses.

Click here for more information and to fill out the form

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Jump to Ongoing Volunteer Needs

These are time sensitive volunteer opportunities.

For MANY more, ongoing, volunteer opportunities, click the above link.

From Elephant Mountain Literary Festival

Festival seeking volunteers to help create the October 1 to October 4 Literary Event.
Recruiting new board members to join our board starting in December 2026.

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From West Kootenay Hiking

Your August Hiking Recommendations

August can bring out the very best of summer or the very worst of wildfire season. Hot, dry weather continues, campfires are banned, and smoke has begun to fill the valleys. Read on for my top recommended trails, but also tools and tips for hiking during wildfire season.

From The RDCK

Summer Program Guides are Now Available Online

Click to read the Summer Program Guide

From the Nelson and District Community Complex

Media Release - Paddle Rental Centre Open Now!

Come down to Lakeside Park Beach Building and rent a paddleboard, kayak, or canoe rental and spend some time on Kootenay Lake. Each rental includes all required safety equipment and up to 3 hours of paddling within the designated paddle area.

Open Thursday-Monday 12-7pm until August 31 at the Lakeside Park Beach Building

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Go FundMe & Meal Train Campigns

GoFundMe & Meal Train campaigns will be included in What's On Weekly until there have been no donations to them to them for a month. If the campaign sponsor wishes to continue a campaign further, please email us. express@expresnews.bc.ca

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From the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre

Draw will be held September 7, 4PM at the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre. Good Luck!!! Tickets available at the Nature Centre.

From Mostly Glass

Media Release - Suspended Fund/Pay-it-Forward fund at Wait's on Nelson Needs our Help! If someone has money to contribute to the suspended fund, they contribute. Sometimes this is 50 cents, sometimes it is $50. Any and all contributions are welcomed. When someone is hungry/tired/needs a break from the elements, and not able to pay, they can access the suspended fund to cover the cost of their meal or a muffin or a hot cup of coffee. Wait's on Nelson currently serves approximately 15 suspended meals per day - more on weekends. That's in the 420 meals per month range!

Click to read the complete media release and for more info on how to donate

From Nelson Police Department

The race will be held September 20, 2026

Click for more information, pricing and to register

From CBAL Nelson

Fundraising Needs - CBAL Nelson’s CBAL's 15th Annual Books for Kids Campaign is here! - Help support literacy programs by purchasing Blue Sky socks from our office or making a financial donation. We’re also collecting new and gently used books for our holiday Books Under Every Tree initiative. Help us share the joy of reading this season!

Click for more information and to donate

From The Nelson Museum, Archives, Art Gallery and Historical Society

Donations Wanted - Make a difference, today. - You can help art thrive all year long! Your monthly gift fuels creativity, connection, and culture, and makes a lasting impact right here in our community.

GoFundMe & Meal Train Campaigns

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From Eva McKimm and Eden DuPont

GoFundMe Campaign - Kootenay School of the Arts - Support the Next Era - Kootenay School of the Arts Society will officially open its doors at 606 Arts Space on August 1, 2026. This is a remarkable milestone—but it also marks the beginning of significant monthly operating costs from here on in. Starting August 1, KSA will take on approximately $6,000 per month in rent and operating expenses, along with an additional $2,700 per month in common costs that help cover utilities, administration, and shared building expenses.

Click to go to Eva McKimm and Eden DuPont's GoFundMe page and read the complete entry

GoFundMe

From Aisha Garcia for W E Graham Community Service Society

Help Us Recover What Was Stolen from Our Community

On the evening of July 23, 2026, our organization (Slocan Valley Community Services Society) experienced a heartbreaking loss. Our building was broken into, and the fundraising money that had been carefully collected through countless hours of hard work by our staff, volunteers, and community members was stolen.

Your donation, no matter the amount, will help replace the stolen fundraising dollars and ensure that our programs can continue without interruption. If you are unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with your family, friends, and networks is another meaningful way to help.

We are incredibly grateful for the ongoing support, kindness, and encouragement we receive from our community. Together, we can overcome this setback and continue building a stronger, more caring Slocan Valley.

Thank you for standing with us during this difficult time.

With gratitude,

The Staff, Volunteers, and Board of Directors

Slocan Valley Community Services Society (SVCSS)

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GoFundMe

Brandy Erin Dicks, Deborah Desilets and Julie Robbins are organizing this fundraiser on behalf of Barbarah and

Leonard Nicoll

Support for Barbarah and Leonard Nicoll

They have contributed so much to this community, both individually and as a team - including starting The Kootenay Bakery Cafe Co-op, a wonderful hub for our community after 25 years... This past year has been increasingly difficult for both of them. Through a western medical lens, Barbarah has been grappling with a Parkinson’s diagnosis, but is looking at alternative and traditional health perspectives to find a path forward. She continues to strive for solutions and ways to move forward with grace. Funds raised will help with daily care, living costs, respite, and supportive therapies.

Click here to go to Barbarah and Leonard Nicoll's GoFundMe page and to read the complete entry

GoFundMe

The Friends of Pulpit Rock Society is organizing this fundraiser

Sproule Creek Bridge Replacement Project

The Sproule Creek Trail, located just outside Nelson, BC, follows a historic route first established in the early 1900s during the mining and logging era. This beautiful valley once featured a wagon road and a narrow-gauge railway built by the A.G. Lambert Lumber Co. between 1919 and 1930. Today, hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, snowshoers, and cross-country skiers enjoy this multi-use trail system; walking through a living piece of West Kootenay history. The Friends of Pulpit Rock Society is proud to hold the contract to maintain the Sproule Creek Trail system. We are now raising funds to complete a critical safety upgrade: replacing three aging trail bridges.

Click to go to Sproule Creek Bridge Replacement Project"s GoFundMe page

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From Greg Nesteroff, The Kütne Reader - July 31, 2026

The Kootenay artwork of Edward Lange

A prolific artist whose work is well known on New York’s Long Island also created landscapes of West Kootenay mining towns in the mid-1890s.

Some of Edward Lange’s artwork has been reproduced in local history books, but it has rarely been attributed to him (or anyone else). Nor have the works been linked to each other, until now. While I was familiar with several of these images, it took me a long time to realize they were created by the same person.

Lange (1846-1912) immigrated to the United States from Germany in 1870. He lived on Long Island for nearly 20 years and executed numerous works of local scenes. Twenty-five of his paintings are now in the collection of Preservation Long Island and others are in public and private collections throughout that region.

Click here to read the complete blog entry

From Kokanee Creek Nature Centre - July 29, 2026

Great Horned Owlets Hopping and Feeding on the Ground

Have you ever seen a Great Horned Owl run? Well, watch this video of young Great Horned Owls feeding on what may be beetles on a lawn at dusk in late July of 2026. In the Kootenays!

Click here to watch the video

From the Nelson Museum - July 31, 2026

Another Valley | 1996

A soap opera set in Nelson written by Judy Wapp, produced by Georgia Swedish, directed by Michael Graham with original music by Diane Taylor.

The cast features Lorene Stanwick, Andrew Seagram, Dagmar Dolphin, Geoff Burns, Rozalynde McKibbon, Heather Hutchinson, Chigo Ugoalah, Caitlin Savidan, David Everest, Nelson Becker, Ted Crosfield, Debra McLean, Bob Caron, Fran Patterson, Susan Hastings, Maya Walters, Zak Ravinsky, Dennis Brown, Gwen Dobie, Ben Stewart, Chris Brown, Hara Becker and Windsong.

Shaw Cable 10/Kootsoap Production

Tony George donation

Format : SVHS

Nelson Museum, Archives and Gallery Shaw Cable 10 Collection

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From the Nelson Museum - July 31, 2026

SubPub Open Stage - 25th Anniversary | 1996

David Thompson Student Society present an open stage to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the SubPub venue.

The first performer is singer/guitarist Brett Ross of Kimberley. Next performing is folk duo Clahann with guest. Next on stage is is Nancy McKinley and Doug Smith and they are followed by singer/guitarist and Selkirk College music student Angela Barker with original numbers. They are followed by singer/guitarist Mark Skarzynsky and then blues guitar and saxophone duo Dmitro. Four-piece group Rylan, Simon & Friends perform a number. Richard Fordham & Friends perform an poetry and improvised music piece. Chris Ledrew is next to perform an instrumental number. Singer/guitarist Samantha Parton performs.

Shaw Cable 10/David Thompson Student Society Production

Tony George donation

Format : SVHS

Nelson Museum, Archives and Gallery Shaw Cable 10 Collection

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📽️Free Movies

Here is a list of some Canadian non-profit and/or government funded free video resources:

Kanopy - Through the Nelson Public Library - Kanopy is a diverse and eclectic free video streaming platform available through the Nelson Public Library, offering a wide selection of award-winning films, documentaries, and educational videos.

Knowledge.ca offers free streaming of international dramas and original documentaries from all over the world. Sign up to watch Knowledge anytime, anywhere, with no commercials or subscriptions.

TVO (formerly TVOntario) is Canada's oldest educational television service.

National Film Board of Canada creates social-issue documentaries, auteur animation and interactive works that provide Canada and the world with a unique Canadian perspective.

Nelson Museum Youtube channel features archival film and audio footage from the collections of Nelson Museum, Archives and Gallery.

CBC TV Archives

CBC Gem Film

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Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon St.

The Nelson Museum, Archives, & Gallery is both an art gallery and history museum with an extensive regional archive.

The Death Card by Robin Wiltse - a Canadian fibre artist, living near Kaslo, working in wool. With a love of colour and texture, she uses a single needle to manipulate the fibres into rich and detailed images. Robin’s current work is often inspired by botanical folklore. Looking into the ways that historical botany, myth and legend have tried to explain the mysteries of life and death through healing, ritual and magic.

July 3 to October 16

COLLAGE featuring artists Angela Grossmann, Geoffrey Farmer, Tim Moore, Brendan Fernandes, Blair Brennan, Anna Binta Diallo, Maggie Groat and Tanya Pixie Johnson is the sixth in a series of group exhibitions. These medium-centric group exhibitions are ... a means of supporting a wide range of artists from across a vast cultural and geographic landscape and fostering critical dialogue and illustrating the diversity of creative expression, methodology, politics, empowerment, and innovation, amongst other considerations.

July 17 to October 30

Open Tuesdays though Saturdays, 10:00am to 4:00pm

Free admission Thursdays 4:00-8:00pm

Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St.

The Nelson Public Library often has art exhibits by local creators.

NPL's August ArtWalk artist is local artist Faith Welsh. With over four decades of artistic exploration, Faith’s mixed-media work combines handmade collage, custom pigments, and bold colour to create intuitive pieces inspired by the Kootenay landscape and her inner world. Her exhibition invites viewers into a journey of awe, transformation, and discovery.

July 31 to September 4

Open 7 days a week, various hours

Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St.

Oxygen Art Centre is an artist-run centre located on the tum xula7xw of the sn̓ʕay̓ckstx (otherwise known as Nelson BC). Oxygen Art Centre is a rural artist-run centre that nurtures contemporary professional practices while engaging the wider community through multi-disciplinary programming.

Open Wednesdays though Saturdays, 1:00 to 5:00pm

O2, Oxygen Art Centre’s off-site gallery.

O2 is a window located on the Stanley Street side of the Nelson Trading Company building (430 Baker Street) in downtown Nelson.

Ecology of Cloth by West Kootenay Fibreshed Artist Collective: Danielle Soucie + Tracy Fillion. Raw Linen, Hand processed, Locally grown. This story begins in the soils of Argenta. More than an aesthetic object, the installation celebrates the resilience and beauty of natural materials grown and processed within our bioregion. It reflects the connections between art, land stewardship, and sustainable fibre systems, offering a moment of quiet reflection. Through linen, the work asks us to reconsider the role of natural fibres in contemporary life and to recognize cloth not as something separate from land, labour, or ecology, but as an expression of relationship.

June 11 to August 22

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Station Gallery & Gifts, 91 Baker St.

(at the Visitor Info Center)

Open 7 days a week, various hours

Craft Connection / Gallery 378, 378 Baker St.

The Craft Connection is an artist co-op that opened in 1983. Currently a cooperative of 7 women who are working artists and members who run the store.

Open 7 days a week, various hours

Kootenay Gallery of Art, 120 Heritage Way, Castlegar

Kootenay Gallery of Art is dedicated to presenting contemporary art exhibitions, providing art education programs and experiences for people of all ages.

2026 Textures of Canada is a touring exhibition of Canadian Fibre Art curated by Judy Weiss, from Edmonton, AB. The exhibition explores national identity through the medium of fine art textiles. Over 30 established and emerging fibre artists from across our country interpret to what it means to be Canadian, and to be an artist in Canada.

June 20 to August 8

Understory explores the quiet life of the forest and draws from the rhythms and textures of the natural world - the layers of growth, decay, renewal, and beauty surrounding us. Through translating light, pattern, and memory into form, each piece builds slowly. Rather than just depicting place, Understory invites viewers into a sense of connection - to the ground beneath us, the living systems that hold us, and to memory and human experience. By Heather Good.

August 13 to 29

For the Love of Dog is a light hearted and accessible exhibition stemming from a unique idea developed by Kimberly Hyatt to have Castlegar residents, and members of the surrounding community, engage in an Artist Card trading initiative as part of an evolving exhibition.

August 13 to October 31

Open Tuesdays though Saturdays, 10:00am-5:00pm

The Langham Cultural Centre, 443 A Avenue, Kaslo

The Langham galleries display exhibits by professional artists from across Canada as well as talented regional emerging artists, local community and student group shows, and special cultural exhibits.

Beauty Follows Rage - In this exhibit, the Deb Borsos has used her experiences of working before, during and after natural disasters across the province, to explore how nature continues to eternally rebuild and create beauty in a variety of ways.
Wildfires have an impact that goes beyond the expected. Petra Hekkenberg is a visual artist and designer who has been living in New Denver, since 2015. The Art of Safe Keeping exhibition and book are a testament to struggle, courage, resilience, and kindness. It offers people an opportunity to process emotions, gain understanding, and to feel understood; all through the power of art.

July 24 to September 25

Open Fridays through Mondays, 1:00-4:00pm

The Vallican Whole Art Gallery,

3762 Little Slocan South Road Vallican (Winlaw)

The Vallican Whole hosts several spaces suitable for art-making, exhibition, and performance, and we love to collaborate and host local and touring artists in our venue.

For The Columbia Basin Culture Tour the Gallery in the basement of the Vallican Whole will feature a group exhibit including work from Peter Ellis, Vicky Gallinger, Sharon Pawliw, Susan Harder and others.

August 8 & 9

Public Art

Various locations around Nelson

Nelson and area are home to rich displays of (mainly outdoor) public art, with sculptures, murals and art infrastructure created by both local and international artists.Take a stroll and admire our public art. These listings are incomplete and may be out of date.

Nelson ArtWalk, Various locations around Nelson

ArtWalk is an annual Nelson summer tradition that unites businesses, artists, and community members. The event fills an array of unique venues with quality, locally produced artwork.

Runs end of June to early September.

2026 opening nights are Friday June 26 and Friday July 31.

Click to view 2026 ArtWalk map

Nelson Murals, Various Locations around Nelson

Nelson International Mural Festival welcomes street artists, muralists, creators, and art-lovers from all over the world.The city’s most popular, free summer event is a celebration of creativity, culture, and artistic collaboration.

Murals are viewable year round.

2026 Nelson International Mural Festival runs August 7 to 9.

Castlegar SculptureWalk, Various Locations in Castlegar

Sculpturewalk is an outdoor exhibit of original sculptures by local and international artists, located on a walking tour in downtown Castlegar. Sculptures are viewable year round, exhibits run May to May.

Click for gallery of 2026 sculptures

Art Resources

From the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Read "Articulate Magazine" for the latest on Arts and Culture in the Kootenays

Since 2002, Articulate—a project of the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—has published stories and news about arts, culture and heritage in the Columbia Basin. Free of charge, it celebrates cultural expression in every corner of the region and serves as a connector for those working within the arts, supporting timely conversations relevant to the cultural sector.

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AFKO Association des francophones des Kootenays Ouest.

Juillet 2026 Newsletter

July 5, 2026

NEWArea E & F Weekly Director’s Newsletter

Wildlife Release in Balfour

July 31, 2026

"Articulate" Magazine—a project of the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Share Your Story Ideas For Articulate Magazine

June 2026

Click to read magazine

Capitol Theatre Newsletter

The Emperor’s New Clothes

September 11, 2025

Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society, (CKISS)

Upcoming CKISS Events & Ways to Help

July 30, 2026

City of Nelson

2023-2026 Strategic Goals

June 2026

Civic Theatre Society

Night Market tonight, Chapel updates and new opportunities

July 24, 2026

NEWColumbia Basin Trust

Growing Resilience, One Crop at a Time

July 2026

Community Futures Central Kootenay

Film Industry Survey & Start-Up Support

July 6, 2026

Cube Climbing Centre

Summer Send Off 2026

July 14, 2026

NEWDiscover Circus

The schedule is live for viewing! It's almost registration time. Come join the Circus!

August 3, 2026

Friends of Kootenay Lake

Sun, Stewardship & Community

July 3, 2026

Click to read the Summer Program Guide

From The RDCK

Summer Program Guides are Now Available Online

Kootenay Association for Science & Technology (KAST)

Connecting Kootenay Businesses with Technology & Expertise

July 3 2026

KootenayBiz

KootenayBiz West: Local solutions, lasting impact

July 29, 2026

Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community

Summer Greetings from PACC

July 22, 2026

Kootenay Conservation Program

East Kootenay Stewardship Committee

July 2026

Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association - KERPA

The KERPA Raffle is back! And the Grand Prize is $5000 CASH!

May 30, 2026

Kootenay Kids

Professional Development Offerings

June/July 2025

Mir Centre, Selkirk College

Community Forum on Immigration

March 4, 2026

Nelson & District Arts Council

The Halluci Nation is coming to town!

June 30, 2026

Nelson & District

Chamber of Commerce

Canada Day 2026 at Lakeside Park

June 22, 2026

Nelson Cycling Club

Fresh Dirt:

June 26, 2026

Nelson Seniors Centre Society

Notes From the Board

June 2026

Nelson & District Women's Centre

We're Hiring

July 20, 2026

Nelson Hydro

2026-2027 Budget and Rates

Fall 2025

NEWNelson Public Library

August News

August 2026

Osprey Community Foundation

Osprey Community Summer Contest

July 2, 2026

The Outdoor Learning School & Store

Summer Buzz

July 13, 2026

NEWOxygen Art Centre

Summer Residency, Film Screening, Performance, *New* Workshop, O2 Exhibition + more

August 1, 2026

Regional District of Central Kootenay

Public Engagement in the RDCK

June 2026

Riondel Community Association

RCA Saturday Socials

March 2026

Selkirk College

Community Education & Workplace Training Courses

July 7, 2026

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Slocan Lake Arts Council

Your Summer Soundtrack Starts Here!

July 15, 2026

NEWTaghum Hall

It's Taghum Hall's lazy, hazy, crazy August Newsletter!

August 1, 2026

The Vallican Whole

Up Close & Intimate with Two Pianos, No Rodeo

May 11, 2026

West Kootenay

Regional Arts Council

Columbia Basin Culture Tour

July 21, 2026

West Kootenay

Climate Hub

July Newsletter

July 2026

West Kootenay Hiking

Happy New Year!

January 1. 2026

Read Friday, July 31, 2026

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Back Issues of What's On Weekly

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ArtWalk Opening Map, Cycling Event, Kaslo Block Party, Blewett Beach Bash, Multi-media Performance, Bicycle Scavenger Hunt and MORE

Read Tuesday, July 28, 2026

ArtWalk, Cycli ng Event, Beach Bask, Library Pop Quiz, Free Meals, Tour of Teck Trail, Salmopalooza, Kaslo Block Party and MORE

Read Friday, July 24, 2026

Night Market, Wizard of Oz, 2nd ArtWalk, Mass Cycling Event, Water Safety, Bike Valet, Horse Show, Beach Bash, Kaslo Block Party and MORE

Read Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Night Market, Wizard of Oz, Bike Valet Service, Election Oct. 17, Horse Show, Evacuation ALERT for Kimberley, Kaslo Block Party and MORE

Read Friday, July 17, 2026

JusDance, Art Opening, Night Market, Wizard of Oz, Water Restrictions, Cat 2 open fire prohibited, Fight Fire With Fire, Slocan 125th and MORE

Click to read the Express from - August 4, 1993

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Health - Help Offered & Needed - Community Groups - Volunteer Opportunities

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We Are Here To Help!

From Kootenay Seniors

Home Support Services - Do you know someone who could use a little extra support around the house? Someone who might appreciate the assistance that our light housekeeping services provide? If so, we encourage you to share this post with them.

From Nelson Public Library

Library of Things - Did you know the Nelson Public Library has a Library of Things? Check out a wide variety of items to try out at home including a food dehydrator and pressure canner, tech kits, community passes, and more.

Click here for information of Parking Possibilities in our growing City

From the City of Nelson

Public Information

Is Parking a Challenge for you in the City of Nelson?

From Kootenay Kids

Resource Guides for Supporting Our Children and Ourselves

These guides were created by Occupational Therapist Julia Blanchard and the West Kootenay Child Care Resource & Referral (CCRR) team. - We encourage you to think critically about this material and reflect on your own perspectives.

Inclusion Resource Guides:

Physical Development
Social & Emotional Development
Behaviour & Regulation
Health & Relationship Education

Click for more detailed information

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Housing Help

rom Community Futures of Central Kootenay - February 5, 2025

Media Release - Introducing the Kootenay Workforce Housing Society - A new society dedicated to advancing workforce housing developments is now up and running in the Kootenays. The Kootenay Workforce Housing Society will collaborate with local governments and First Nations; private developers and landowners; and other community-based housing providers to increase the supply of attainable housing for moderate-income working individuals and families within the Regional District of Central Kootenay and beyond.

Click to read the complete Media Release

From Greater Nelson Economic Development

Housing Help Introducing Happipad - Are you a local homeowner with extra space? 🏡Introducing Happipad, a community-focused platform helping to address housing challenges through innovative shared housing solutions! Our aim is to provide a quick and innovative solution to open up more housing in the community, supporting both renters and homeowners, while continuing long-term planning for stable and affordable housing.

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From the City of Nelson

News Release - Nelson's Housing Dashboard launched - The City of Nelson has launched a new Housing Dashboard that provides a centralized, accessible, and reliable source of information about the city’s housing market. The Housing Dashboard looks at the period from 2020 to 2025 and offers a picture of the current housing market, trends and progress towards key housing goals identified in Nelson’s most recent Housing Needs Assessment and Official Community Plan.

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Health Help

From BridgeCare BC

Health & Wellness Resource - "BridgeCare BC Provides timely access to virtual appointments with a general physician. We provide limited medical services via phone and video visits to patients who are either pending a family physician, or when one is unavailable to them."

If you are a resident of British Columbia with a valid Medical Services Plan (MSP) account, your virtual visits are fully covered at no out-of-pocket cost.

From West Kootenay Nav-CARE

Media Release - Need help finding local health and community services? - Check out https://kb.fetchbc.ca — a free online directory for the Kootenay Boundary region. Find everything from medical clinics and mental health supports to senior services and transportation options, all in one place.

From West Kootenay Nav-CARE

"ReImagine" - Online Emotional Support available for all - a compassionate online space offering free to very affordable workshops for anyone navigating grief, trauma, or tough emotions. These online events are accessible, meaningful, and open to all.

Click to watch video and to jump to relevant sections

From the Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee and Community (KBPACC)

Your Health - Navigating Your Surgery and Recovery in Kootenay Boundary - A Guide -The Guide was created in response to feedback from patients who felt a more comprehensive resource for navigating surgery was needed.

Dec 16

From Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice

Video Patient Pathways: Navigating Surgery in Kootenay Boundary [A Guide For Patients and Families] - Visit https://kbpacc.ca/community to download the Surgical Pathway guide and access the community forum, then watch this video! Feel free to jump to the chapter most relevant to you:

From Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice

Community Resource

Kootenay Boundary Palliative Care Resources & Services - Palliative care isn't just about the end of life–it's about living well at every stage. The tools and resources below are designed to help patients, their families and Kootenay Boundary practitioners navigate care with clarity, confidence and compassion.

By providing the right support at the right time, we can reduce stress, enhance quality of life, and ensure care is rooted in quality, dignity and connection.

Click for more information and Tools and Resources

From Kootenay Boundary

Division of Family Practice

Your Health Introducing KBLiveWell.ca An online hub to support patients, families, & care providers in Kootenay Boundary as they navigate serious illness & end-of-life care. Developed by local physicians, specialists, & community organizations, KBLiveWell.ca aims to make a meaningful difference for people & families facing life-limiting illness in Kootenay Boundary.

From The Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community

Article #13 Healthy People, Healthy Communities - A Fresh Look at Palliative Care: Focusing on What Matters Most

In this Empowering the Citizen Patient article, retired family physicians Dr. Mindy Smith shares insights on how a palliative approach to care can empower individuals with serious illnesses to take charge of their healthcare decisions, improve quality of life, align treatments with their personal values, and live well at every stage of illness.

Click to read complete article

From Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community (kbpacc.ca)

Resource Guide Surgery Coming Up? Our New Guide Can Help! Patient Pathways: Surgery is a practical, step-by-step resource designed by patients, for patients. It was developed by the Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community’s (KBPACC) patient education team, working closely with local practitioners and healthcare partners to ensure it reflects real experiences and trusted information.

Click for more information and additional links

From Interior Health, February 17, 2026

Health & Wellness Resources - Mental health services for youth and adults in the Interior - Heartbreaking tragedies in our communities, province or even those far away from us can bring up a range of emotions: sadness, fear, anger and a sense of helplessness.

These reactions are normal. In times of collective pain, tending to our own well-being is not only important, but necessary.

We encourage anyone to reach out for support, whether for yourself, a colleague, or someone in your life who may be hurting.

Interior Health (IH) and our community partners provide mental health services for youth and adults. Our services are confidential and safe, and free of judgment and stigma.

Click for more information and for a list of mental health services

From Prima Health Cooperative and

KB Access Clinic

New KB Access Clinic Opens to Provide Care for Patients Without a Family Practitioner in Kootenay Boundary - The clinic provides

primary care, as-needed and by appointment, for residents of the Kootenay Boundary region who do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner. KB Access Clinic offers a hybrid model of virtual and in-person care, making services more

exible and accessible. Virtual visits (telephone and video) are available to patients across the Kootenay Boundary. In-person visits have started in a Nelson location, with plans to expand to Castlegar and Trail as the clinic grows.

From KB Access Clinic

Health Information - Book an Appointment - KB Access is a *new* medical clinic that offers primary care, as needed & by appointment, to patients in the Kootenay Boundary region who don’t have a family doctor or nurse practitioner. Our clinic offers virtual & in-person care. Virtual visits are available to patients across Kootenay Boundary. In-person visits are starting at our Nelson location, with plans to expand to Castlegar & Trail. Your appointment will be with the family practitioner on shift the day of your appointment & we’ll be able to cover your top health concern.

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From Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice

Looking for a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner? - Kootenay Boundary’s Health Connect Registry can help. Register here or by dialing 8-1-1

Click for more information and to book an appointment

From KB Screen

For Your Health KB Screen is a virtual service offering age-related routine screening for residents of Kootenay Boundary who don’t currently have a primary care provider. We offer screening for colon, breast, cervical and lung cancer.

From Interior Health

For Your Health Interior Health virtual addiction medicine self-referral service - People living with alcohol or opioid use disorder now have a way to directly and quickly access addiction medicine specialists. Anyone can now refer themselves to Interior Health’s Virtual Addiction Medicine (VAM) Clinic using a simple web form.

Click for more information and to apply

From Fetch

Community Resource for Health - Kootenay Boundary Region - This site has been created specifically for the communities of the Kootenay Boundary, BC Health Service delivery area. New information is being added every day.

Click here for website

We Need Your Help!

From School District 8

Host families needed - Are you interested in becoming a homestay family for an International Student coming to Nelson? A $1000 stipend is offered to help host families cover the costs of hosting including food and accommodation.

From Nelson Leafs Jr Hockey

Become a Billet Family - If you’re looking for a way to support your Nelson Leafs Community and have the space, we would love to connect!

If interested, please reach out to Tyler Kenny at (403) 828-1415.

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From Kootenay Seniors

Volunteer Drivers Needed - Make a big impact with just a little time. Help local seniors get to appointments, run errands, and stay connected.

✅ Flexible hours

✅ Fuel reimbursement

✅ 3 years minimum driving experience and access to a clean, reliable vehicle required

From The Canadian Cancer Society

Volunteer drivers in the Nelson area for The Canadian Cancer Society. All rides are local or nearby.

From West Kootenay Nav-CARE

Volunteer Navigators are paired one to one with adults living with chronic illness, increased frailty or social isolation to support them with their social, emotional, and practical needs. Expect to spend 4 to 8 hours a month volunteering, Volunteer-client pairs commit to at least a 6 month relationship.

From Special Olympics BC –

Special Olympics BC-Nelson is always welcoming athletes and volunteers. We currently offer 5-pin bowling, swimming, snowshoeing, bocce, and floor hockey, also Alpine skiing. We are actively seeking volunteers to join our Local Committee, as well as coaches and program volunteers for all of our sports.

From RDCK

Volunteer as a Firefighter - No previous experience is necessary, volunteers train to professional standards. The RDCK has 16 volunteer fire departments and 17 fire halls in the central kootenays.

Volunteer firefighters commit to a minimum 2 hours a week of training at their local fire hall.

From the RDCK

Emergency Support Services Responder - Volunteers commit to a minimum of 18 hours of training, plus monthly team meetings.

From The Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community

The Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee and Community (PACC) is looking for new members to help shape the future of health care in your community. 2 hours monthly, via zoom. Click for more information

From Friends of the Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society

Form a lively informal group to help FOKLSS transition from hiatus.

From Camp Koolaree

Camp Koolaree, Various - Love working with kids as part of a fun and friendly team? Various positions and durations required.

From Girl Guides of Canada

Volunteers needed in Nelson with Girl Guides: Girls in your community need women like YOU to cheer them on as they take on new challenges and become the leaders of tomorrow. Start making a difference today and become a volunteer!

Click for more information .

From Nelson Electric Tramway

Nelson Electric Tramway Volunteer - We have many different needs and opportunities.

From Our Daily Bread

Reduce hunger and improve lives one meal at a time - Our Daily Bread provides healthy and nourishing meals 5 days/week for up to 100 friends in need. You can volunteer only 1 day a week and for as little 2 hours

From St. Saviours Anglican Church

Community Meal Program Volunteers at Anglican church - We need volunteers to prepare meals Saturdays and serve meals on Sundays, 1:30-4.

From Nelson Community Food Centre

Seeking volunteer dishwashers to support our Community Meal programs - Every Tuesday at our Gathering Table, and every other Wednesday during the Good Food Bank, our Community Meal Program offers balanced, affordable dishes - often made with the same ingredients available through our food bank - to support food security and build community.

Board member information and application

Seeking dedicated volunteer board members to help drive our strategic plan forward: to build a healthier, more inclusive, food-secure community. Those individuals with IT, administrative, HR, finance, legal and/or food security skills are invited to apply.

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Arts, Culture

& Recreation

Association des francophones des Kootenays Ouest (AFKO), Nelson

(250) 352-3516

The Capitol Theatre, Nelson

Calendar -- Donate

(250) 352-6363

Castlegar Sculpturewalk

The Cube, Climbing, Nelson

(250) 352-2808

Kaslo & District Public Library

(250) 353-2942

Kootenay Coop Radio

(250) 352-9600 (office)

Kootenay Gallery of Art Centre, Castlegar

(250) 365-3337

Kutenai Art Therapy Institute

(250) 352-2264

Langham Cultural Centre, Kaslo

(250) 353-2671

Nelson and District Riding Club

Nelson Baseball Association

Nelson Curling Centre

(250) 352-7628

Nelson Cycling Club

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery

(250) 352-9813

Nelson Public Library

(250) 352-6333

Nelson Seniors' Centre

Website and Calendar

Oxygen Art Centre, Nelson

(250) 551-6329

Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre

(250) 362-7722

Selkirk College Campus Recreation

1-888-953-1133

Slocan Lake Arts Council

Starbelly Jam

Taghum Hall

(778) 463-1114

West Kootenay Hiking

West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

(250) 352-2421

Capacity Building

Central Kootenay Food Policy Council, Nelson

Columbia Basin Trust - Basin Business News

1-855-510-2227

Kootenay Association of Science &Technology (KAST), Nelson

(236) 287-2080

Make a Change, Nelson

1-888-927-7473

Mir Centre for Peace, Selkirk College,Castlegar

(250) 365-7292

Neighbours United, Castlegar

(250) 921-5497

Environment

Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society,

1-844-352-1160

Friends Of Kootenay Lake, Nelson

(250) 777-2744

Kootenay Conservation Program, Kootenays

1-844-775-2722

Living Lakes Canada, Nelson

(778) 802-8392

West Kootenay Climate Hub, Nelson

Wildsight, Kimberly

(250) 427-9325

Youth Climate Corps BC

Social Services

Circle of Indigenous Nations Society

1-877-904-2634

Family Support Institute of BC, Vancouver

(604) 540-8374 ext. 523

Kootenay Boundary Patient Advisory Committee & Community

Website

(604) 373-9466

Kootenay Career Development Society (KCDS), Nelson

(250) 352-6200

Kootenay Kids, Childcare Resource & Referral, and Family Place, Nelson

(250) 352-0407

Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation, Nelson

250-354-2334

Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society

Website

250-352-6008

Nelson & District Women's Centre

(250) 352-9916

Our Daily Bread, Nelson

250-352-1722

Stepping Stones Emergency Shelter, Nelson

Website

250-352-9876

Valican Whole Community Centre

(250) 226-7311

West Kootenay Community TEETH Clinic, Nelson

778-463-2232

Government

Area E Weekly Director’s Newsletter

(250) 505-4990

Utilities

Nelson Hydro