Signs, Printing and Custom Rubber Stamps. Your one stop advertising centre.
CHNV-FM is an alternative rock radio station broadcasting at 103.5 FM in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada and is also heard at 91.9 FM in Crawford Bay with the call sign CHNV-FM-1. The station is branded as 103.5 The Bridge and is owned by the Vista Broadcast Group.
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.
Incorporated in 2009, Collabo helps small and medium sized companies grow their business online. Specializing in internet marketing (SEO, PPC, Social Media) and website design/development, Collabo provides innovative and cost effective solutions for your business. Start attracting more customers to your website and grow your business online with Collabo.co.
Collabo is the Kootenays’ premier internet marketing and website design agency. With over 100 professional projects completed in a timely, cost effective manner, we have the experience and track record you need to complete your next project. Contact us for your free development and/or internet marketing quote.
We work and hire locally, right here in the Kootenays!
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!”
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
EZ Rock is home of long sets of “Today’s Best Variety” with the biggest songs from the 80’s right through to today’s BIGGEST hits by favourite artists like Adele, Madonna, Elton John, Michael Jackson to Katy Perry, Maroon 5 and Bruno Mars. Our listeners come to us to be energized throughout the workday and to keep informed and entertained during their busy lives. While EZ Rock prides itself for playing the most music, we also have a long standing tradition of supporting our communities. FM 106.9 Nelson FM 93.5 New Denver/Silverton FM 103.1 Nakusp FM 101.9 Kootenay Lake FM 95.3 Kaslo Proud to be part of our Community since 1939 for your local news, sports, weather, events, contests and community involvement. Keep it locked on EZ Rock as we take our commitment to Nelson to the next level!
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.
Owned and operated by Kathryn Gardner, KDG Photography’s mission is to help small business owners, entrepreneurs and artists leverage the Kootenay lifestyle by supporting them in building a successful business.
Kathryn creates professionally crafted photographs that tell your story, showcase your products and services, and helps you connect with your clients. Photographic sessions are available at KDG Photography Studio located in downtown Nelson, BC or on location.
Services offered include:
- Assessment of Current Marketing Imagery
- Business Portraits & Headshots
- Sales & Portfolio Images
- The Visual Story
- Social Media Imagery
Koocanusa Publications Inc., based in Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada, publishes niche-interest magazines, accompanying websites and three BetterBook PhoneBooks.
What sets our publications apart is our efforts to talk to real people about what excites them in whatever endeavour they may be a part of. Sharing these stories brings to life the places, projects and events we profile.
20 years ago, Kootenay Co-op Radio was a sparkle in the eyes of locals who felt the Kootenays needed a community radio station that expresses the unique spirit of the area. Since that time, we’ve built a radio station that broadcasts to communities throughout the West Kootenay and reaches even more listeners through internet streaming.
Member-owned and operated Kootenay Coop radio (CJLY) has served up eclectic music programming and spoken word shows exploring local issues, opinions, and events happening in our community. With almost 100 hours of original programming created by our passionate team of volunteer hosts each week, KCR is the destination for listeners who want an authentic Kootenay experience in French and English.
Litework is a boutique marketing agency specializing in social media management, digital advertising and OMG ROI.
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.
Mountain Media is a graphic design company specializing in custom Geopictorial landscapes. We work extensively with tourism and industry to create art files of cities and geographical regions. These digital files are used for the development of corporate presentation materials, economic development and tourism campaigns.
An alternative to the traditional design agency — Co-working & collaboration in Nelson, B.C,
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
Founded in 2008, the Nelson Star is a local multi-media news company, including print, web, social media and video that publishes a print edition every Wednesday and Friday and online and Facebook 24 hours a day/seven days a week. A total of 9,000 copies of the Star are delivered twice a week to homes and businesses from Salmo to Nelson to New Denver.
The Star is a member of the National NewsMedia Council, a self-regulatory body governing the country’s newspaper industry.
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.
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.
The West Kootenay’s marketing hub. Binding the WK Communities together through local commerce, services and trades.
As a locally owned and operated independent publication, we’ve been bringing buyers and sellers together for almost 45 years, and helping small businesses succeed.
Striving to serve you better, every day.
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
At Spring Creative Inc., we pride ourselves on being more than just your typical marketing and design agency. With our extensive expertise in Graphic Design, Branding, Digital Marketing, and Website Development, we stand out as recognized leaders in the industry. In today’s competitive landscape, establishing a strong and authentic brand is not just important, it’s essential for success. That’s why discerning industry leaders consistently turn to us to craft compelling branding and execute effective marketing strategies that deliver tangible results.
Whether you’re in the process of expanding your operations, launching a new product, or navigating market challenges, our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way. Our tailored solutions are designed to empower purpose-driven brands and businesses, enabling them to effectively communicate their mission and offerings with unwavering confidence.
Nestled in the vibrant city of Nelson, British Columbia, we invite you to explore our innovative suite of services. Let’s come together and spark your success. Reach out to us today to schedule a personalized strategy session and discover how we can help you achieve your business goals.
Full-service communications and government relations consulting.
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:
If you have an idea that focuses on arts and culture, this program could help support it. Grants from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA)—funded by Columbia Basin Trust and managed by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—are available for all art disciplines, for both individuals and arts and culture organizations.
