Nelson Fire & Rescue Service was recently visited by Jean Shaw,  a representative from Happy Dogs Legacy. The Legacy team delivered three kits containing three different sizes of pet masks in each kit. The masks, customized to fit on pet’s faces, help provide lifesaving oxygen to resuscitate animals that have been overcome...

Selkirk College’s Contemporary Music & Technology Program students are hitting the stage at Spiritbar on Thursday, December 15 in an event that showcases their talent and generosity to the community. The annual winter show and celebration features five student-based ensembles performing an eclectic mix of genres. All...

The Hume Elementary School Choir is back making the rounds this Christmas season, cheering up residents of local retirement homes with festive songs. During the past week the Choir visited and sang at five different venues. The Choir, under the direction of Lisa Backus, visited Lakeview Village, Broader Horizons, Mountain...

A trio of organizations in Nelson were a few of the 29 projects across the Basin to receive funding through Columbia Basin Trust’s Social Grants. Early childhood support, community outreach and food security are some of the themes that stand out in the latest list of social sector projects. The Nelson organizations include ...

Each year, volunteers from Salmo and Ymir host a free Christmas dinner to bring together members of their two communities. Organized by Salmo resident Mavis Stachurski, the Salmo-Ymir Christmas Dinner is a special gathering that community members look forward to all year. Columbia Power  is a sponsor of the event, which takes...

KidSport Nelson recently received an injection of funds compliments of Baker Street Busker Fred Brown. Brown, who also coaches the L.V. Rogers Junior Boy's Basketball team, has been busking at the corner of Ward and Baker on-and-off during the summer on behalf of KidSport Nelson. All the money raised through the KidSportTM ...

The West Kootenay EcoSociety is once again host its annual Winter Craft Fair. This one day event offers thirty local vendors selling hand-crafted artisanal products from clothing to body care, jewellery to preserves, and much more. All our vendors are local with locally-made products. Winter Craft Fair Information follows: ...

Air Cadet Chiara Minchin from the Nelson Air Cadets received her certificate for completing the Level 1 “Boot Camp” that was held recently at the Kembel Armories in Trail.   The “Boot Camp” was an introduction for cadets from around the Kootenays to learn about the basics of Drill, Uniform Care and Marksmanship with other...

Looking for a great way to support lung health and clean air initiatives throughout BC, as well as save money at your local golf course?   The BC Lung Association’s Golf Privilege Club® Membership Book is back this year, and offers money-saving deals at almost 100 golf courses throughout BC and Washington State.   “It’s the...

The L.V. Rogers High School’s Amnesty group will be hosting a Harry Potter Gala to raise money for the UN Refugee Agency on (Saturday) December 10th at the Civic Theatre in Nelson. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) protects the rights and well-being of refugees all over the world. Their efforts are currently occupied in providing...