Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism is a Destination Marketing Organization in British Columbia that represents all the communities along the shores of Kootenay Lake: Nelson to Meadow Creek, and Kootenay Bay to Wynndel. The region is quaint, quirky and sophisticated and hosts things to do all year-round. Photos by RPM Photography
Shattered Lens Media is a video production company serving the central Kootenay region, including Nelson, Trail, and Castlegar. I work with businesses to bring their story to life on screen, whether that’s deeper interview and documentary style work or consistent monthly content that keeps you showing up. My job is to take what makes your business you and turn it into video that builds trust with the people watching, and as an on-going creative partner, I’m here to help you make the most of it once it’s out in the world.
The Rotary Club of Nelson is a network of local business owners, professionals, and community leaders dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. Through service projects, youth initiatives, and local events, members work together to support causes that strengthen Nelson and the surrounding area.
Rotary offers opportunities to build meaningful connections, develop leadership skills, and collaborate with others who are passionate about community service. It’s a welcoming place for individuals who want to give back, expand their network, and make a difference.
Nelson Affordable Housing for Seniors Society,
formerly known as “Nelson Kootenay Seniors Projects Society”
is home to the Kiwanis Villas.
We are dedicated to providing independent living housing solutions for seniors aged 65 and above.
Focused on low-income individuals and single occupancy living arrangements.
Our society aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors in Nelson, BC by offering affordable, and safe housing.
We manage the three Kiwanis Villa buildings.
Kiwanis Villa 1 has eleven 1 bed, 1 bath units, at 501-519 Gordon Street, also attached is 1001-1023 Third Street.
Kiwanis Villa 2 has twenty studio units at 824 Sixth Street.
Kiwanis Villa 3 has thirty 1 bed, 1 bath units at 701 Gordon Street.
The Association francophone des Kootenays Ouest (AFKO) promotes French language and culture through diverse public art projects and cultural programming that bring together Francophone, Francophile, and Anglophone communities across the Kootenays.
AFKO offers year-round cultural programming that highlights Francophone arts, culture, and heritage:
- Live Performances: Concerts, theatre, storytelling, and bilingual shows presented in collaboration with local venues and touring artists.
- Workshops and Residencies: Educational and bilingual art workshops (music, dance, theatre, visual arts, creative writing) offered in schools and community center, at 807, Baker St.
- Film Screenings and Festivals: French and bilingual film events, including partnerships with local film festivals and cultural organizations.
- Cultural Celebrations: Organization of flagship community events such as Francophonie Week, St-Jean-Baptiste Day, and Black History Month programs.
Community Gatherings: Bilingual cultural nights, family events, and public celebrations fostering intercultural connections.
Mission Ctrl – SEO Strategy & Web Design in Nelson
SEO Strategy – AEO Strategy – Web Design for Growth-Minded Brands in Nelson, BC
Who We Are
Mission Ctrl is a digital marketing studio that helps local, growth-minded brands in Nelson, BC turn their websites into real sales and leads. Mission Ctrl specializes in SEO Strategy, Web Design, and AI-focused, answer-driven content that makes it easier for customers to find, trust, and choose local businesses across Google, Maps, and AI-powered search tools.
Why Our Clients Choose Mission Ctrl
Our clients choose Mission Ctrl because we combine deep knowledge of the Nelson and Kootenay market with modern SEO and web design that actually drive results, not just traffic. Mission Ctrl keeps strategy clear and jargon-free, focusing on practical steps that help real people find, trust, and choose your business. Clients appreciate the studio’s collaborative, down‑to‑earth approach, tailored plans, and ongoing support, which make it easier to stay visible on Google and AI-driven platforms without having to become a marketing expert themselves.
What We Offer
SEO Strategy
Show up higher when people search for what you do in Nelson and the West Kootenays. Rank higher than your competitors and build a long-lasting online foundation.
AEO Strategy
We structure your website so ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google Gemini, Claude, and other AI tools can easily surface your business as the answer.
Web Design and Development
Clean, fast, mobile-first websites designed to attract and convert visitors into loyal customers.
Analytics, Audits & Optimization
Clear reporting, technical fixes, and ongoing improvements based on real data.
Who We Serve
From local shops and restaurants to service-based companies, Mission Ctrl builds tailored strategies that connect brands with the right audience in Nelson and the broader West Kootenay region.
Contact Us Today
Reach out when you’re ready to explore how we can help your brand attract, engage, and grow online.
I’m a Brand Designer & Art Director helping businesses build cohesive, intentional brands that reflect their essence across every touchpoint. With an art direction mindset and over a decade of experience, I guide the full creative process — from concept to execution — to ensure clarity, consistency, and purpose in every visual expression.
Services offered in English and French.
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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Choose your participation here:
Spring Creative Inc. designs resilient brand infrastructure and digital systems for forward-thinking organizations across the Kootenays. Rather than relying on surface-level design trends, we engineer long-term digital foundations—combining identity architecture, web systems design, and growth infrastructure. Whether you are scaling operations, launching new initiatives, or navigating complex market shifts, we provide the strategic clarity and technical stewardship required to build a lasting presence. Based in Nelson, BC. Schedule a strategy session at springcreative.ca.
United Way British Columbia supports the development of healthy, caring, and inclusive communities by strengthening vital connections that support people in need.
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.
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
Digitalis Web Build Co is a leading web design & development agency on Baker Street in downtown Nelson, BC. Are you ready to take your digital presence to the next level? Our team of experts is eager to learn more about your business and discuss how we can help you achieve your online goals. Looking to refresh your existing website, optimize for better user experience, or launch a new online venture? At Digitalis, we build beautiful, functional, and intuitive websites that elevate brands and drive results. Contact Digitalis today to schedule a free consultation!”
| The Kootenay Association for Science and Technology (KAST), established in 1998, is a critical economic driver and innovator in southern BC’s Kootenay region. Our mission is to foster inclusive economic opportunities and job creation through science, technology and innovation. |
Helping clients for over five years find and implement the best online tools and designs for their business.
Are you ready to grow your online presence? Give us a call for a free consultation.
Catherine JEAN is a multi-certified professional linguist from France established in Castlegar.
Committed to providing polished TRANSLATION of web pages, flyers, longer print or web content into FRENCH.
The Kootenays can shine brighter on the bucket list of French speakers from Canada and beyond, both at the planning and local stages of their project. Some French enhances visibility with French speaking in-person or online visitors. Tourism & recreation, hospitality related businesses and services can reap short and long term benefits from adding some French to their communication.
Also available for individual goals are help with resumes and applications of diverse nature in French, PROOFREADING and FRENCH LANGUAGE COACHING (18+). LITERARY TRANSLATION is more than welcome – self-published or intended for a publisher.
Associate member of the Society of Translators and Interpreters of BC, En-Fr stibc.org
Litework is a boutique marketing agency specializing in social media management, digital advertising and OMG ROI.
Hi, I’m Bobbi Barbarich!
I’m an award-winning photographer from Nelson BC. I create brand-specific, engaging images for businesses who value authentic connection with their clients. I’m an event photographer for organizations who want to share the real feelings of their event.
Why do you need commercial photography tailored to your business?
- People connect with photos that are authentic to people behind the brand.
- Potential clients immediately see that your business is different from the others.
- Clients choose a business when they feel a personal connection to the people who work there and understand what they do.
- High quality photography attracts people to your website and social media.
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 strive to create clean, user-friendly designs on both the web and in print. We believe that
well-presented content supported by outstanding imagery is a great marriage. Over the past 18
years, our skill set has grown beyond only web design, to include photography, aerial imagery,
video production, print design, branding, and content procurement for social media. We have
a proven track record of building sites and empowering clients with clean, vibrant, and human
centric design. We love building lasting relationships and supporting our clients as they grow
and evolve.
The Royal Canadian Legion operates the Hampton Grey VC Lounge; a full bar open to the public with dart boards, pool tables, crib and other games. It is open to all; members and non-members are welcome.
We hold a meat draw and 50/50 draw every Friday at 3pm with lots of great prizes. All proceeds go to local charities. Support these worthy causes and have a fun afternoon.
The lounge is also available for event bookings on evenings and weekends with a full service bar/bartender and a capacity of 100 people. Please contact us for details.
We are always happy to have new members and volunteers.
For up to date hours of operation please visit us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Legion51Nelson
OUR VISION
A compassionate and empowered community where families, youth and individuals receive the supports and services they need to live dignified, resilient and hopeful lives.
OUR MISSION
To support the well-being of families, youth, and individuals in our community by providing counselling, housing, support, and outreach services.
OUR SERVICE PHILOSOPHY
Nelson Community Services believes that all families, youth, and individuals, at some time, experience difficulties in their lives and that they have an inherent right to be heard and to be supported. Our relational approach to service delivery is respectful of each person’s identity, issues, strengths, culture, needs, and choices.
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