Empty Cup Media delivers filmmaking, photography and education to businesses, government, schools and non-profits. Our videography specialties are in business marketing, event coverage, short documentaries and TV content. Our photography strengths are people & products, fashion, and light paintings. And we offer our own photography and videography workshops to businesses to help make stronger content themselves.
Our work can be found at emptycupmedia.ca
We are a creative agency that brings big, bold ideas to life. And we abide by the golden rules that kindness is cool & creativity is king. We love all aspects of the work, from nailing the brief and staying on budget to exceeding our client’s expectations (and their ROI). We pride ourselves in fusing big ideas and creativity with smart strategy and good business. From photo and video production to brand identities and full campaigns — we have your business’ back. Plus, we’re pretty fun to work with.
Creative. Production. Advertising.
Founded in September of 2010, The Nelson Daily is a daily online news service committed to providing the most in-depth and comprehensive news, sports and arts coverage for the region of Nelson, BC, Canada. With as many as 130,000 views per month as well as followers on Facebook and Twitter, The Nelson Daily is Nelson’s resource for news, sports and arts information from the Greater Nelson area.
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At Valhalla Pure in Nelson, we are more than just an outdoor clothing and gear store – we help your dreams come true. Whether you are an adventurist or not, come in to our shop in beautiful downtown Nelson BC, and see for yourself.
Our mission is to protect ecosystems and communities by preventing and reducing the harmful impacts of invasive species. An invasive species is a species that is not native to a specific location, and that has a tendency to spread to a degree that causes damage to the environment, human economy or human health.
We Build Athletic Foundations. Our mission is to provide opportunities for participation in the sport of gymnastics and related activities at a developmental and provincial level that challenges learning and provides experiences that will foster growth and development of the individual.
Our Gymnastics For All programs lead participants through the fundamentals of artistic gymnastics. With programs for kids ages 20 months and up, adult programs and family drop in there is a program for every member of the family. We also do birthday parties!
Movies for all ages and tastes in a big old theatre with new digital film and sound equipment. Drop by in the weekend for new releases and blockbusters, pay $7,- on Cheap Tuesdays, or join lovers of independent movies on Thursday night. Check http://www.civictheatre.ca for our weekly screenings or call Nelson\’s Civic Theatre for details and rentals. Support your local movie theatre!
Nelson Civic Theatre is saved by the Nelson Civic Theatre Society and is a non-for-profit community theatre. Mostly run by volunteers it screen films on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoon. In the day-time and Monday and Wednesday night the theatre can be rented for film festivals, presentations and other entertainment. Please call the theatre for info: 250-352-5833.
Relationships through Story!
Storytelling Nelson gathers monthly to inspire the oral tradition. Everyone is welcome and we excel at inclusive welcoming that supports everyone remembering themselves. Storytelling clarifies, where we are, from where we have been, and lights our inner paths to tomorrow.
We offer:
entertainment that builds communication and community.
workshops, presentations, and team building opportunities for any gathering, business, or organization.
Nelson Moosehide Campaign Day: An invitation to create the future!
Nelson Moose Hide Campaign Day is an invitation to a day of ceremony, curiosity, rally, and walk so that we join together to stand against violence towards women, children and all those along the gender continuum. Together we will take practical steps for our collective health and journey to reconciliation.
Fast to End Violence: (optional)
As is common in many cultures, fasting is a symbol of commitment and a way to deepen your intention. We encourage everybody to participate in the fast from sunrise to sunset on Moose Hide Campaign Day.
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5:30 a.m. Sunrise Ceremony at the water Lakeside Walk, 80 Lakeside Dr, Nelson, BC with Sinixt Elder Rick Desautel.
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8:30 a.m. Gather at St. Saviours Church 701 Ward Street to livestream the keynote address with one of Canada’s Most Influential People, Dr. Niigaan Sinclair, Anishinaabe from Peguis First Nation and Campaign Co-founders Raven and Paul Lacerte.
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11:15 a.m. A Walk to End Violence at City Hall
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12:30p.m. Regather at St. Saviours Church for workshop options:
1. Cultivating Safe Spaces with Elaine Alec
2. Indigenous Trauma & Equity Informed Practice with Len Pierre
3. An Introduction to Non-Violent Communication with Rachelle Lamb
4. Kizhe Ininwag: Being a Kind Man with Bob Goulais
5. Meeting the Moment We’re In As Men with Jeff Perera
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5:30p.m. Fast Breaking Feast with drum circle, storytelling, poetry, & singer/songwriters at St. Saviours Church 701 Ward St, Nelson, BC
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Shoes for the Soul sells quality comfort and style. We have a huge selection of women’s shoes and handbags. Many of our handcrafted, leather lined footwear and bags are European made. Our store has a huge selection of hand crafted, leather lined, European comfort footwear for women. We also carry beautiful and comfortable fashion shoes, boots and leather bags. Our stock includes women’s shoes, sandals, boots, handbags, wallets and slippers.
At Kootenay Currency Exchange we offer competitive rates on U.S. and many foreign currencies. For the traveller, we sell U.S. Dollars below the rate of the Bank Heads, and we can set you up with most foreign funds with a day or two notice.
Come relax in a cave made of 12,000 pounds of Himalayan Salt!
Downtown Nelson, the cave is a space to relax and breathe. Tiny particles of salt are ground into the air and breathed deep, with many benefits for the respiratory system, sleep, mood, relaxation, inflammation and detox. Treatments offered in the cave include Registered Massage Therapy, Couples Massage, Sound Healing Treatments with tibetan bowls, gong, didjeridoo, reflexology. Or join for a special event in the cave! Shamanic sound journeys with crystal bowls, meditation, drum journeys, yoga, and live music.
Salt Therapy (halotherapy) has health benefits for conditions like asthma, allergies, sinusitis, cold/cough, bronchitis, COPD, Emphysema, cystic fibrosis, eczema, psoraisis, sleep, stress, anxiety, depression, muscle recovery and sports performance.
Kootenay Carshare Cooperative provides an alternative to private vehicle ownership. Become a member and have access to cars, trucks and vans that can be booked for as little a 30 minutes to a month! Check out our website today http://www.carsharecoop.ca Members are able to book 11 vehicles in Nelson 3 in Revelstoke, 2 in Kaslo, Kimberley and Fernie. You also have access to vehicles in Vancouver and Victoria. You will no longer have to worry about gas prices, insurance or vehicle maintanance. We have options for low income, individuals and organizations. Want to save money, stress and the environment? Join the Carshare!
We take pride in providing authentic Indian spices to the people of the Kootenays.
We are Tamils by birth living in the Kootenay region. Being far far away from home, we’ve had many a craving for a simple South Indian meal. The ones which we were lovingly fed by our mothers and grandmothers, where we had no calorie-counting. We wanted to recreate those awesome dishes and present them to our beloved Kootenay community.
ALWAYS SPECIAL for LUNCH & DINNER! A casual, fun atmosphere with an exciting menu for the entire family. Nelson\’s best heated outdoor patio right downtown on Baker (Main) street. The extensive menu includes on-site- made gourmet burgers, Greek food, our original melts, aged premium steaks, Milly\’s \’World Famous\’ English-style fish and fresh hand cut chips and, of course, probably the tastiest calamari outside of Greece. Vegetarians will love the menu choices.
Operating throughout the West Kootenays, Ponderosa is dedicated to delivering top-quality renovations while providing exceptional value.
We take pride in our services, including:
Kitchen design and installations
Interior renovations
Finish carpentry
Bathrooms and closets
Custom furniture
Our goal is to work with you to enhance both the beauty and market value of your home. By collaborating with local artisans, manufacturers, and craftspeople, we ensure each project reflects your vision while supporting our community.
Founded by Brian McArthur, a fourth-generation Nelsonite, Ponderosa Woodwork is built on craftsmanship, integrity, and outstanding service. We prioritize clear communication, accurate estimates, and a renovation process that feels calm and enjoyable.
Let’s build something extraordinary together.
Over the course of a decade, Tristan has established himself as an industry leading commercial real estate professional, with a regional focus across the BC Interior and Southern Alberta. Tristan offers his clients a depth of sales experience across all property types and related capabilities, including seller/buyer representation for investment and development property sales, landlord/tenant representation for industrial, office, and retail leasing, and valuation and due diligence consulting services.
Before relocating to his hometown of Nelson, Tristan spent 7 years with CBRE – a Fortune 500 commercial real estate brokerage in Toronto – where he advised on over $4 billion in sales and advisory transactions across all property types including institutionally-owned office, industrial, retail, hotel, purpose-built rental, condominium, affordable housing, and long-term care development assets, in major Canadian markets from coast to coast. Tristan draws from this experience an extensive network of relationships and a relentless attention to detail, which combined with his professionalism and determination, represent key components of his clients’ success. Born and raised in the Kootenays, it brings Tristan immense fulfillment to contribute to the prosperity of the communities he works in through his passion for real estate.
Tristan is a licensed REALTOR in BC and a designated Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Stirling All Suites Hotel redefines the boutique hotel experience by seamlessly blending luxury with local charm. Our carefully curated apartment-style hotel suites are designed with you in mind, they feature fully-equipped kitchens and in-suite laundry that help make your stay effortless. Each suite is adorned with unique heritage touches that celebrate Nelson’s history and scenic beauty. The hotel is centrally located and has breathtaking mountain and lake views. Whether you’re here to explore the natural wonders of the Kootenay region or simply unwind in elegant surroundings, Stirling Suites promises a stay that is as authentic as it is unforgettable.
Come and enjoy the suite life.
If you like to get creative, The Tickle Trunk Shop is the place to put your outfit together. Everything you need from tops, leggings and dresses to flashy colourful dancewear and costuming pieces of feather, lace, metallic, spandex, faux fur and more. Adorn yourself with jewelry from a huge selection – all body safe. To bring out the sexy in you we carry a full line of corsets, bustiers, babydolls, hosiery and underwear for ladies and men. Come see the most unique blend of masks, wigs, animal hoods, horns and anything you can imagine.
In today’s competitive real estate market, timing is everything. Many good homes are sold before they are ever advertised. Beat other home buyers to the hottest new homes for sale in Nelson with my new VIP Buyer Program.
Whether you are buying or selling a home, I have the tools and systems you need for success. Put my 28 years of Real Estate experience and knowledge to work for you. I invite you to contact me and discuss your needs and how I can assist you in making a profitable sale or a smart purchase.
If you own real estate that you’re thinking of selling, I would be happy to provide you with a FREE Home Evaluation.
In addition, if you have any general questions about buying or selling real estate in Nelson, please contact me as I’m more than willing to help and I’m just a phone call, text or email away.
Nelson’s full service outdoor adventure shop. We offer a wide range of outdoor equipment and clothing to suit all of your outdoor needs.
Launched in October 2016, Yum Son is Nelson’s very first Viet-Modern restaurant. Bringing the flavours of Southeast Asia into each of our cocktails and culinary dishes, we strive to find balance in each of our unique creations. All of our meat is hormone & antibiotic free, sustainably raised & provincially sourced. Wherever possible, our veggies are sourced seasonally & locally from farmers and friends.
We are open daily for lunch & dinner service.
We concentrate on business law, real estate developments and transactions, and will & estates, at all levels of complexity. Let us help you structure and execute your transactions and assist you with estate plans and wealth preservation.
Located in the heart of downtown, The Adventure Hotel brings a modern, euro-style aesthetic to the heritage capital of British Columbia. We’re the perfect base for your next tourism adventure: from zip lining to backcountry touring to a motorcycle tour around Kokanee Glacier. Whether it’s upscale casual dining in Louie’s Steakhouse, catching the game with friends in The Uptown Sportsbar, or a morning pick me up at Empire Coffee, The Adventure Hotel has it all under one roof. Plus, guests have access to our guest lounge, rooftop patio, and infrared sauna.
A&A Painting Ltd. is a professional painting contractor based in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia. Established in 1995, we provide residential, commercial, and industrial painting services for homeowners, property managers, general contractors, and municipal clients.
Our work includes interior and exterior painting, detailed surface preparation, and coatings for commercial and industrial facilities. We are experienced working on active sites and coordinating with other trades while meeting safety and site-specific requirements.
A&A Painting Ltd. is owner-operated by Rick Arney, who remains directly involved in estimating, project planning, and quality control. This ensures consistent standards, clear communication, and accountability on every project.
Ian Burroughs is a seasoned lawyer with a career spanning three decades. Ian’s practice consists of four complementary areas, the first being his Business Law Practice. Ian has experience in assisting local and family-owned enterprises with the running of their businesses, including the negotiation of commercial agreements, leases, the sale and purchases of businesses and their normal day-to-day business operations.
In much the same way as Ian helps his business clients, Ian also works with individuals and families to optimize their personal affairs. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience with estate planning and wealth preservation including Wills, Representation Agreements, Family Trusts, including alter ego and joint partner trusts.
Along with estate planning and wealth preservation, Ian helps individuals and families with Probate and Estate Administration advice when a loved one has passed. Ian has a deep understanding of the emotions and stresses that arise following the death of a loved one. He provides a comfortable atmosphere where you can find comprehensive and pragmatic assistance.
Unique to many lawyers, Ian is a certified Family Enterprise Advisor. A Family Enterprise Advisor is a professional who has received specialized training in advising and guiding family businesses through the complex and often emotional issues that arise when running a business that involves family members. Ian provides an objective perspective by helping families navigate difficult situations, including continuity planning, family dynamics, and business strategy.
