Local tenants to host workshop
Renters in the West Kootenays are gathering at the Nelson United Church on Saturday January 28th from 1-3 p.m. The event is a Know your Rights workshop put together by a group of local renters who have been organizing for roughly a year. Participants will learn how to coordinate with their neighbours to advocate for their...
Nelson air cadets earn Long Service Medal
During a recent regular meeting of the Nelson air cadets in January, two of the squadrons senior cadets were presented with their Air Cadet Long Service Medal. This medal is for cadets who have completed four years in the cadet program. The cadets who received the medal were Flight Sergeant Ashley Sonnichsen and Flight Sergeant...
Get creative with the Tech Hub at the Nelson Library
The Nelson Public Library launches its Tech Hub with an open house at the Library. The Tech Hub gives library members free access to equipment and software to record voice, create videos, digitize analog materials and create digital arts. On Saturday, January 21 at 2 p.m., tour the Tech Hub, learn more about training...
January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
“At first, there was relief because we finally had a name to it,” says Jana Schulz. “But on the other hand, even though we saw it coming and knew what it was? For me, it was oh my gosh, what are we in for?” Schulz is a caregiver to her father Roy, who lives with dementia. Along with many others across the province, she’s...
Live at The Royal, Modern Bob
There’s a real treat coming to the area as Jamphibian of Modern Bob has assembled an all-star cast for upcoming performances in the Kootenays. Performing mostly originals, Modern Bob will be featured at The Royal Thursday, January 19th and in the Slocan Valley at Mama Sita’s Saturday January 21st. Inspired by a blend of...
Two Nelson air cadets promoted to Warrant Officer Second Class
Two Nelson Air Cadets — Brandon Brook and Nattanon McIntosh — were recently promoted to Warrant Officer Second Class. The rank of Warrant Officer is the second highest rank that a cadet can earn. At the same time, Warrant Officer Nattanon McIntosh was awarded the bar to their cadet long service medal which recognizes five ...
World Religion Day celebrations being held in Nelson
The Nelson Baha'i Community is hosting a gathering of song, stories, meditation, prayers, reflections as people from many Faith traditions join together in celebration of World Religion Day. The theme this year will be Building our Future Together. The gathering is set for the Nelson Innovation Centre at 91-d Baker Street...
Kokanee Glacier hut keeper reflects on year in the park
Many of us have a connection to Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park, whether it’s from spending time within its bounds or admiring the view of the glacier from town. Petra Hekkenberg has her own unique view of the park as the hut keeper. She’ll share her reflections and experiences in a visual presentation at the Nelson Library...
Zeballos indigenous students to visit Nelson Waldorf School
In 2023 Grade 9 students at Nelson Waldorf School will be participating in an inter-cultural exchange with Ehattesaht First Nation students from Zeballos Elementary/ Secondary School on Vancouver Island. The Zeballos students will be hosted by the Waldorf students in their homes, at the Nelson Waldorf School and in the community...
Nelson Italian-Canadian Society donates special treats for a special dinner
The Nelson Italian-Canadian Society stopped by Our Daily Bread recently to drop off some donations of Pizzelle cookies and other sumptuous baked goods. This is the second year the NICS has donated several dozen of the tasty Italian wafer cookies for patrons of Our Daily Bread to enjoy following their meal. In addition to the...
