Young Agrarians begin mission to build network for new farmers in Kootenays
The Young Agrarians have come to the Kootenays, on a mission to build a collaborative network for new farmers. The group has two new regional coordinators, Nigel Francis and Laura Hannant, who helped organize a well-attended mixer on March 15th and 16th at the Crawford Bay School. Francis and Hannant both previously worked...
The Touchstones Nelson call for Submissions
Touchstones Nelson is currently seeking proposals from artists and curators working in all media for the 2016-16 exhibition season. Located in beautiful downtown Nelson, Touchstones Nelson houses two contemporary art galleries as well as permanent historical exhibit. The gallery features solo and submission guidelines. Visit...
New home for hi-tech entrepreneurs
The Nelson area is already a hub for creative entrepreneurs, contractors and employees who seek the legendary Kootenay work / life balance. With an established base of knowledge workers, tech startups and entrepreneurs already succeeding from an assortment of Nelson-area spare rooms, converted sheds and toy-strewn basements,...
Author tackles Lyme Disease in vital new book
Nobody likes to think about ticks, or about Lyme Disease. But you can’t sweep this bug under the rug. Author Vanessa Farnsworth brings Lyme Disease—and her own journey with the bizarrely intelligent tick-borne bacterium—to light in a special presentation Tuesday, April 1 at 7 p.m. at the Nelson Library. Farnsworth’s book,...
Recycling pays huge dividends to KLH Foundation
The Regional District of Central Kootenay and the Nelson Leafs Recycling Centre are thrilled to donate $7000.00 to the Kootenay Lake Hospital (KLH) Foundation. That amount represents the last six months’ profits from beverage containers collected at the Nelson Transfer Station. Since 2010, the program has contributed over...
Seats Still Available for Selkirk College Rural Pre-Medicine Program
With interest in the Selkirk College Rural Pre-Medicine Program high, the application deadline has been extended to provide more opportunities for those interested in getting a start on a career in medicine. Selkirk College launched the Rural Pre-Medicine Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree Program late last year. The...
Relief From Those Annoying Aches and Pains
Often we experience aches and pains that don’t send us to the doctor or keep us from working, but, may take us to the pharmacy for medication or drain our vitality and strength. Chronic achiness anywhere requires the body to dedicate time, nutrients and energy to repair whatever is creating the soreness. Readily accessible...
A few of burning questions in preparation for 2014 tax deadline
Tax time is getting closer than we think (2014 deadline to file is April 30) and The Nelson Daily, with help from H&R Block, is providing tips to the public leading up to the final day of filing to Revenue Canada. H&R Block Canada answered more than 3,000 tax questions online in 2013. Here are the most popular questions...
Portrait exhibition at the Library draws from the masters
John Stegman kept himself entertained during his Port Alberni school days drawing pictures and comic strips. All that non-studiousness paid off in later life, when Stegman picked up his paintbrush in earnest. Stegman’s latest work is now showing at the Nelson Public Library. The human form and face has always been of...
Herculean efforts of LVR students net $5800 for Typhoon Haiyan survivours
L.V. Rogers students Keegan Schuh and Galen Boulanger spearheaded a drive to raise money for Typhoon Haiyan survivours at a recent fundraising dinner. The event was more than a success as the evening raised more than $5800 for relief efforts. The group witnessed an additional 100 people show up looking to purchases tickets....
