Kootenay Columbia College (KCC) is a well-established school with over 20 years of Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) accreditation and three campuses in Nelson and Burnaby, BC.
For over two decades, the college operated as the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences (ACOS), specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In 2017, we expanded to include a Registered Massage Therapy Program and a Holistic Nutrition Program. In 2024, KCC launched its Burnaby campus, further diversifying its career education offerings.
KCC is renowned for its rigorous academic standards and comprehensive programs, making it the only institution of its kind in the Kootenays. Our Traditional Chinese Medicine graduates practice worldwide, while our Registered Massage Therapy graduates thrive as entrepreneurs or in integrative health clinics and spas.
Students benefit from our multi-disciplinary approach, which combines professional development, research, and business practice. This innovative education model equips graduates with the skills to excel in today’s competitive job market.
In Nelson, KCC’s main campus is at 402 West Richards Street in Rosemont, with an additional downtown campus in the historic Nelson Trading Company building.
Doane Grant Thornton LLP is a leading Canadian accounting and advisory firm providing accounting, assurance, tax, and advisory services to private and public organizations. We help dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth by providing meaningful, actionable advice through a broad range of services. Doane Grant Thornton LLP is a Canadian member of Grant Thornton International Ltd, whose member and correspondent firms operate in more than 130 countries worldwide. A listing of Doane Grant Thornton offices and contact information can be found at: http://www.DoaneGrantThornton.ca.
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.
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.
We are a contemporary boutique for women. Strutters buys and sells gently used, quality clothing.
While we are not a consignment store we do buy and re-sell lightly loved clothes, shoes and accessories. This gives us the ability to curate our collection making it effortless for you to find something new, something fun, something special and affordable each time you visit.
We LOVE helping you find the perfect fit and when asked – will always offer an honest opinion, helping you find clothes that compliment your beauty.
The HUB Nelson insurance office staff is comprised of knowledgeable and experienced account executives and customer service representatives who work together to administer tailored personal and business insurance solutions for our clients.
We provide our clients with specific teams that are committed to being dependable and accessible. We pride ourselves on providing prompt and professional service, and strive to ensure that any claims that our clients may have are handled promptly, efficiently, and to their satisfaction.
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.
Community Futures Central Kootenay is a not-for-profit community economic development organization. We are committed to helping people in the Central Kootenay region who are either operating or are planning to start their own business.
KCDS provides a variety of free career development and employment services to the communities of Nelson, Lower Slocan Valley , Salmo, Kaslo and the Crawford Bay/Boswell area. As well, Kootenay Career Development Society is well-known for employment services for people living with a disability.
Now open in the heart of downtown Nelson, Play It Again Kids is a high quality consignment store, that showcases an impressive mix of virtually new consigned and new clothing, footwear, equipment, toys, books and more. From newborn baby to size 14 youth, you’ll find great condition or new clothing, that’s cute and on trend, but at a fraction of retail prices. The store also offers maternity clothing and related accessories. New moms will appreciate a dedicated nursing nook and baby change room, with spacious change-rooms. The new store is a contemporary and spacious, feel-good space. Parents can shop with ease as the kids enjoy the cute in-store ‘play garden’.Lea
Jackson’s Hole & Grill, one of Nelson’s best restaurants. Serving a wide variety of fresh, homemade foods, you are sure to find something for everyone. Come and enjoy Nelson’s best patio, or spend time in our turn of the century lounge or restaurant. Come and see what so many others already know! Great food, great Service, great times!
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.
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.
Notably is an independent book and gift store featuring a curated selection of fiction and creative non-fiction for teens to adults, as well as high end stationery and gift items tailored to the lit lover. A treasure trove of bookish delights. We love to make personalized recommendations! We also host monthly crafting nights, author talks, games nights and more!

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.
QUALITY. IT’S ON OUR SHIRTS FOR A REASON
There’s a lot more to being a good contracting company than just owning an excavator. There’s accurately quoting an estimate. There’s punctuality and the completion of a job on time and on budget. There’s honesty. And there’s knowing that whatever arises, a solution will be provided. In short, there’s quality and that’s why all of us here at Kays Contracting wear shirts with that word emblazoned on them.
Kays Contracting is a full-service excavation company specializing in commercial and civil work. From site preparation to completion we guarantee careful planning, creative problem solving and quality workmanship for all your underground works. The territory we serve includes British Columbia’s West Kootenay region from Nelson, Castlegar, Trail and Salmo up the Slocan Valley and North Shore of Kootenay Lake to Trout Lake and Nakusp.
Nelson’s full service outdoor adventure shop. We offer a wide range of outdoor equipment and clothing to suit all of your outdoor needs.
Phoenix Computers – Nelson BC Nelson, British Columbia Quality Computer Service and Sales in the Kootenays and Beyond. Computers Laptops Towers Ram Cables Wiring Web Design.
These are 2 brand new condo units created when an entirely new floor was added to our single story commercial building right in the heart of Baker Street.
They have been architecturally designed to be self contained or used in conjunction with total accessibility to each other, should there be larger parties requiring more rooms.
Unit B has a unique alley/mountain view that looks directly at the famous Pulpit Rock. It is an iconic hiking trail that is used by locals and tourists. The condo is on the quieter side of the building. The open living plan along with all the most modern designs and furnishings as well as the 12 foot by 18 foot outdoor deck off the living room, with a natural gas BBQ will help to make the condo extremely comfortable and a great way to finish a long day of exploration in and around the city of Nelson.
Kootenay Crate Company has locally sourced and handcrafted wood furniture to help with your home organization-practical, functional bed frames, shelving , entertainment units and more. In addition to locally made furniture we offer the handcrafted products made by Kootenay based artists and artisans to beautify your space. Gift giving with an emphasis on supporting local talent and creativity! We also carry Springwall Canadian made mattresses to compliment out crate storage beds.
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.
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.
Cartolina is a unique gift shop in Nelson BC which also offers wholesale greeting cards. Based in British Columbia, we sell vintage-inspired cards and gifts to people and stores all over the world. We have a beautiful retail store at our HQ on historic Baker Street in Nelson, BC and an ever-improving website where you can browse items to be shipped directly to you.





