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Wildfire Fuel Mitigation Work Around Nelson

Representatives from the Forest Enhancement Society of BC, BC Parks (West Arm Park), local foresters, Celgar, Kalesnikoff, BC Wildfire, RDCK, Mayor Dooley and the Nelson Fire Chief attended a field trip to view the mitigation work completed last year. Read on...
Notice of Paving Work - Latimer & Ward Streets

Crews will be performing milling and paving at the intersection of Ward and Latimer Streets on Thursday, April 8th, 2021 from 8:00am - 5:00pm. For more details, click below: Read on...
Nelson's Nest Lab is Accepting Applications for Phase II

Phase II of Nest Lab is looking to select 20-30 community members to work together on local ideas and solutions that will address the dual challenge of climate change and economic resilience. To learn more about the application process, click below: Read on...
Notice of Upcoming Work - Emergency Water Intake

Crews will be completing regular maintenance of the Emergency Water Intake structure at the west end of the dog walk along Kootenay Lake. The work is tentatively scheduled for March 31 and April 1, 2021. To learn more, click below: Read on...
Annual FireSmart Yard Clean-up

Nelson Fire & Rescue Services is encouraging residents to remove deadfall, woody debris, coniferous plants and long grasses from around their homes to minimize the risk of fire from falling embers. To learn more about your FireSmart options, click below: Read on...
City Newsletter - March 18, 2021

This month's newsletter features our Public Works Department and spring clean-up in the City. To read the full newsletter, click below: Read on...
Notice to Public: Street Sweeping has begun

City crews have begun street scraping, sweeping and flushing streets to remove winter sand. To learn more about the process and schedule, please click below: Read on...
Mayor & Council's Update on Nelson Hydro's Rate Application

In November of 2020, Mayor and Council, through its electric utility department, Nelson Hydro, submitted a Cost of Service Analysis and Rate Design Application to the BC Utilities Commission. To learn more about this application, click below. Read on...
City of Nelson Newsletter - Youth Centre

This month's City Newsletter features the Nelson & District Youth Centre. The Youth Centre offers lots of wonderful youth programming including after-school programs, Pro-D day and spring break camps. To learn more about what's happening now, click below: Read on...
Proposed New Transit Exchange: Have your say!

The City of Nelson and BC Transit would like to hear from you on the proposed new transit exchange on the 300-block of Victoria Street (between Kootenay and Stanley Streets). To learn more and to take the survey, click below: Read on...
City Seeking Volunteer Campground Host

The Nelson City Campground is looking for Volunteer Campground Hosts for the 2021 camping season. To learn more about this unique volunteer opportunity, click below: Read on...
City Introduces New Emergency Notification System

The City of Nelson has sent out a notification to residents of Nelson to introduce our new Emergency Notification System called VOYENT ALERT! To learn more, click below: Read on...
City of Nelson Migrating to New Emergency Notification System

The City of Nelson is in the final stages of migrating to our new emergency notification system, Voyent Alert! To learn more, click below: Read on...
NEW SNOW ANGEL PROGRAM

To learn about the new Snow Angel Program, click below: Read on...
Nelson Hydro's Regulatory Proceedings

Nelson Hydro has made two applications to the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC). To learn more, please click below. Read on...
City Newsletter - December 24, 2020 (Winter Operations)

This month's City Newsletter features our winter operations within our Public Works Department. Read on...
Planned Power Outage - Taghum & Sproule Creek Area November 16, 2020

There is a planned outage taking place on Monday, November 16th between 9:00am and 4:00pm (approximately). For further details, including a map of the impacted area, please click below: Read on...
COVID-19 Recovery Operations Centre Update

Confirmed cases in BC are continuing to increase. Confirmed cases in the Interior Health Area and more specifically the Kootenay Boundary Health Service Delivery Area remain relatively low. To learn more, read the full Recovery Update below: Read on...
City Newsletter - October 29, 2020

This month's edition of the City Newsletter features our Development Services Department. To read the full newsletter, click below: Read on...
COVID-19 Recovery Operations Centre Weekly Update

Check out this week's Recovery Operations Centre COVID-19 Update. This week's update includes the BC Centre for Disease Control's Halloween Guidelines. Click below to view: Read on...
Scam Call Alert - Hydro Disconnect Notification Scam

The City of Nelson wishes to advise residents of a current phone scam involving BC Hydro, which could also impact Nelson Hydro Customers. For full details, click below: Read on...
Notice of Paving Projects: Hoover, Gore & Observatory Streets

Please be advised that crews will be performing milling and paving work on 1100 Block of Hoover, 800 Block of Gore and the 900-1000 Blocks of Observatory Streets between October 23 and October 30th. For complete details, click below: Read on...
COVID-19 Recovery Operations Centre Weekly Update

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COVID-19 Recovery Operations Centre Weekly Update

There has been one reported case of COVID in the Kootenay Boundary health service area since August 28th reporting. To learn more: Read on...
COVID-19 Recovery Operations Centre Weekly Update

There have been two reported cases of COVID in the Kootenay Boundary health service area since August 27th reporting. Additional data shows that the Nelson local health area has registered six cases in total from January to July 31, 2020. To learn more: Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #43 Friday, May 15, 2020

Today's update includes: WorkSafeBC Releases Industry-Specific Guidance for Next Phase of Restart, BC Announces Part-Time, Voluntary Return to School June 1, New Guidelines for Childcare Centres in BC, Benefit Payments to Continue in to Fall, and more. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #42 Thursday, May 14, 2020

Today's update includes: Message from Dr. Henry on staying safe this long weekend, Provincial Parks open for day-use, Building a Safe Plan for your business, Interior Health resumes elective surgeries on May 19, Some National Parks set to open on June 1st Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #41 Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Today's update includes: Town Hall COVID-19 questions answered by Premier and Dr. Henry, Details on how to take the BC COVID-19 Survey, and Federal Government opens up Emergency Benefit Program to Students this Friday. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #40 Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Today's update includes: New BC COVID-19 Survey, Quick Reference Chart for BC's Restart Plan, Federal Government offers more financial support for seniors, and PM says Canada needs “Stronger Measures” to prevent cross-border transmission. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #39 Monday, May 11, 2020

Today's update includes Provincial messaging on the BC Restart Plan, National Nursing Week is May 11-17, Details for free online presentation “Guide to Re-Opening & Pivoting Your Business” on May 12, and Nelson Public Library launches takeout service. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #38 Friday, May 8, 2020

Today's update includes a note from Dr. Bonnie Henry on Mother's Day, Ottawa Announces Wage Subsidy Program Will Be Extended Past June, case statistics and Unemployment rate in BC rises from 5.5% to 11.5%. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #35 Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Today's update includes: Premier Horgan to announce Made-in-BC Recovery Plan on May 6th at 3:00 pm, BC Wildfire Service releases official wildfire app, Emergency Preparedness Week May 3-9 and Health Canada urges caution when using cleaning products. Read on...
Economic Stimulus & Financial Stability 25 Point Action Plan

Council has adopted an Economic Stimulus and Financial Stability 25 Point Action Plan that will stabilize City operations and help our community recover from the economic and financial impacts of COVID-19. To learn more, click below. Read on...
“Made-in-Nelson” Economic Stimulus Fund – Plug the Meter Campaign!

Mayor and Council launch the “Made-in-Nelson” Economic Stimulus Fund. By plugging the meter, area residents will be directly supporting our local businesses. To learn more, click below: Read on...
Community Support Pillar Part of 25 Point Action Plan

Council’s Economic Stimulus and Financial Stability 25 Point Action Plan focuses on three pillars: 1) Financial Plan, Fees & Taxation, 2) Economic Stimulus Program and 3) Community Support. For details on the Community Support Pillar, click below: Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #27 Thursday, April 23, 2020

Today's update includes information on the City of Nelson's Business Outreach Project, provincial information on BC Emergency Benefit for Workers, federal funding announcement for COVID-19 research and vaccine development, plus case statistics. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #25 Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Today's update includes information on local festival and parade postponements, a federal announcement of $350 million for community groups to assist vulnerable populations, and Transport Canada now requires non-medical masks for air travel. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #21 Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Today's update includes and update from Provincial Government, Dr. Henry's request to continue childhood immunization schedule, more flexible rules for CREB, private liquor store hours extended, and more support for long haul trucker drivers. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #16 Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Today's update includes important information from the City and the Provincial government on why it is critical we avoid non-essential travel and gatherings. Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #15 Monday, April 6, 2020

Today's update includes messaging from the Province and Federal Governments on the use of non-medical masks, information on the Canada Emergency Response Benefit Program, resources for those with anxiety, and case statistics. Click below to learn more: Read on...
City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #14 Friday, April 3, 2020

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City of Nelson COVID-19 Update #12 Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Today's update includes the City update, messaging from Provincial Health Officer, message from City Council, case statistics, and news articles of interest. Read on...
Residential Bear Resistant Garbage Bins Available for Purchase!

The City of Nelson is pleased to offer Toter bear resistant garbage bins for sale. For more details on how you can purchase, please click below. Read on...
Council Approves Updated Water Master Plan; 2018 Water & Sewer Rates Adopted

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City of Nelson Newsletter - December 2017

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2018 Volunteer Opportunities with the City of Nelson

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City Projects

Update on Fairview to Downtown Bike Route Project

Please see the latest update on the Fairview to Downtown Bike Route Project. Work is set to begin on Monday, April 26th. To learn more, click below. Read on...
Water System Upgrades 500 Block Josephine & 600 Block Herridge Lane

Water system upgrades are being planned for the 500 Block of Josephine Street and 600 Block of Herridge Lane starting Monday, March 29th, 2021. To learn more, click below: Read on...
Water & Sewer Utility Upgrades on 500 Block of Victoria Street

Beginning Wednesday, March 10th, 2021, a new storm sewer main will be installed along the 500 block of Victoria Street. Water and sanitary connections will be made at the 514 Victoria Street frontage. To learn more, click below. Read on...
Water System Upgrades at 700 Block of Fourth Street

Water system upgrades are planned for the 700 Blk of Fourth Street between March 1 - 26, 2021. To learn more, click below: Read on...
Update: Watermain Extension for Selous Creek

For the latest update on the Watermain Extension project for Selous Creek, please click below: Read on...
Update: Watermain Extension for Selous Creek

For the latest update on the Selous Creek Watermain Extension, please click below: Read on...
Update: Watermain Extension for Selous Creek

Installation of the watermain along the Great Northern Trail (GNT) and along the Hoover Street Right-of-Way is now complete. For the latest update on the watermain project, including next steps, click below. Read on...
Update: Watermain Extension for Selous Creek

To read the latest update on the Watermain Extension project for Selous Creek, please click below: Read on...
December 1, 2017 - UPDATE #10 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project - Phase II. Read on...
November 24, 2017 - UPDATE #9 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project - Phase II. Read on...

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