Museum of Art and History, in Canada’s Best Small Art Town. Located in a stunning 1902 heritage building in the heart of the historic downtown district. Our public art gallery, museum and archives offer a friendly atmosphere in an exciting state-of-the-art facility.
Come in and discover the hidden gem of Nelson’s arts and crafts culture, featuring handcrafted work by local artists and artisans. It’s your source for unique souvenirs, gifts and books.
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!
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.
La Ruelle Bakery – French Bakery in Nelson
La Ruelle Bakery is an authentic French Canadian Nelson bakery nestled in a charming back alley in downtown Nelson, BC. In fact, La Ruelle is French for The Alley.
Why Visit La Ruelle Bakery
We specialize in premium sourdough breads, handmade pastries, and fresh lunch-to-go options. Our unique open-concept bakery lets customers watch the bakers in action, creating a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. Each loaf we bake boasts a crispy crust and a soft, flavourful interior—delighting customers with every bite. View our menu here!
Our Values
Authentically Made: Our passion for baking goes far beyond the kitchen. We’re on a mission to bring people together through the joy of freshly baked, wholesome goods crafted with care. Every product is handmade with love, aiming to evoke comforting memories and the warmth of home. We see our customers as part of our community and strive to share that feeling with every bite.
Locally Focused: As a bakery in Nelson, we use only organic flours and seasonal ingredients sourced from trusted local farms to create high-quality sourdough breads and sustainable baked goods. Committed to supporting our community and the environment, we prioritize local sourcing to ensure freshness, quality, and sustainability.
The Future of Sourdough: Our mission is to be the leading provider of quality sourdough breads in Nelson and to create a strong sense of belonging for our customers. Every product is shaped with love and care, connecting our customers to comforting feelings and cherished memories through our baked goods. Learn more about La Ruelle Bakery and the future of sourdough in Nelson!
Where You Can Find Us
We are located at 281 Herridge Lane, Nelson, BC, tucked away in the back alley.
Our Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 8am – 6pm
- Wednesday: 8am – 6pm
- Thursday: 8am – 6pm
- Friday: 8am – 6pm
- Saturday: 8am – 4pm
- Sunday Closed
You can also find us at the Nelson Farmers Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer.
Contact Us
Contact La Ruelle if you need to place an order or have any questions. We’re here to assist with any inquiries or orders!
Blaklader Workwear Nelson
Proudly providing our community with a wide selection of Affordable,
Durable; Comfortable and Stylish Workwear.
ALLSET provides modular, comprehensive grab-and-go evacuation packs-the only kits in British Columbia designed in direct alignment with provincial emergency response frameworks. Each pack contains emergency supplies from the provincial grab-and-go list, PreparedBC emergency plans, household readiness tips, packing suggestions for all populations- plus clear, step by step guidance for responding confidently to evacuation alerts, orders and reception center procedures. We offer customizable bulk solutions for municipalities, Indigenous Nations, community organizations and businesses. ALLSET Evac-Packs not only equip people with essential emergency supplies, but also help to mitigate stress and chaos, reduce pressure on Emergency Support Services, and help residents plan and connect to critical resources.
ALLSET- a complete preparedness solution.
Ready to Go. One Community at a time!
Ethical Bean-to-Bar & Confections, Micro chocolate factory located downtown Nelson BC.
Shop our delicious bars, bonbons, truffles, hot chocolate mixes & seasonal confections straight from the source.
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.
Next offering:
Gail Nyoka Re-Balance with The Black Black EARTH
September 21
doors: 5:45PM, 717 VERNON STREET
by donation: $20 sliding scale at the door
After reading a few sentences here you might just wonder how one woman can carry so many gifts! Of course, her bones still know the ancestry of village…
Gail has published a collection of stories gifted to her from the Ewe people of Ghana during her visit to Ghana in 2018. True joy though is to tell these stories for you and your loved ones. Gail has been featured at the Toronto Storytelling School, Theatre Local, the Border Light Festival in Cleveland, and Festival at the Edge in England.
Writer, playwright and oral storyteller Gail Nyoka creates for growing adults and young folk too. She won the Chalmers Canadian Play Award: Theatre for Young Audiences with her stage play Mella Mella. The play has been produced by Black Theatre Workshop in Montreal, Young People’s Theatre in Toronto and
toured in Ontario with Carousel Players.
Other theatre productions:
King of the Animals, Talespinner Children’s Theatre, Cleveland;
In Plain Sight, Cleveland Playwrights Festival, staged reading;
The Oba Asks for a Mountain, Talespinner Children’s Theatre, Cleveland;
The Waters, Public readings at Cleveland Public Theatre.
Love and Ecstasy, audio play, ran on Playwrights Local Radio in Cleveland.
Her novel Mella and the N’Anga: An African Tale, set in long-ago Zimbabwe, was a finalist for awards in Canada and the US, including the Governor General’s Award, the TD Children’s
Literature Award, the Carl Brandon Parallax Award, and the Silver Birch and Red Cedar Children’s Choice Awards.
And now, Nelson, can we entice her to be at home here?
We have not even talked about her podcast: Crone Chronicles where she interviews Storytelling Royalty: Laura Sims……
Lottery
Magic The Gathering
Pokemon
Warhammer
Magazines
Newspaper
Exotic Snacks & Drinks Only At Stuarts
Board Games
Puzzles
Kootenay Woodstoves & Alternative Heating Ltd is committed to keeping Nelson and the surrounding area warm! They offer a comprehensive range of heating solutions, including wood, gas, pellet, and electric fireplaces, stoves, and inserts. Their 2,000 sq. ft. showroom in Nelson, showcases top brands and quality products for both indoor and outdoor heating needs.
In addition to sales and installation, Kootenay Woodstoves provides essential services such as:
- WETT Inspections for real estate transactions and insurance requirements.
- Chimney Sweep Services to maintain safe and efficient wood-burning systems.
- Annual Gas Services to ensure proper functioning and safety of gas appliances.
- Diagnostics & Repairs for troubleshooting and repairs.
Their experienced team is committed to quality service, helping customers find the right heating solutions for their homes.
Technical Safety BC license no: LGA0208117
Connects Wireless is a Bell Authorized Dealer of cellular phones, equipment, accessories, connectivity and phone plans for both Retail and Corporate customers. Our Corporate and Consumer sales specialists are available to meet your specific needs with Eight great locations throughout BC. At Connects Wireless, we are revolutionizing how Canadians communicate, and it all starts at our stores. We are family owned and operated and believe in community involvement.
Shell Gas station and Convinience Store Nelson
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.
live music & arts • community • craft beer • a kitchen that cranks • inspired cocktails • vibes that makes you want to stay a while
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.
Event rentals: tents, lights, tables, chairs, Dancefloors, speakers, wireless mics, & heaters.
DJ services
production: audio engineering with high quality sound systems & lighting.
Our retreat offers novel glamping accommodations and self-contained guest suite. Enjoy stunning views of Kootenay River, explore edible gardens and walk mossy, forest trails on this 300 acre property in the mountains.
Conveniently located just close enough to Nelson, that you may order take-out dinner, yet far enough away to gaze at stars.
The retreat also features a beautiful event venue, gift shop and seasonal tours and workshops.
The Kootenay’s largest office product and art supply shop. We have been serving the people and businesses of the Kootenay’s for fifty years and we are proud to call Nelson our home. We have a shop full of creative artistic supplies for the hobbiest right up to the professional artist. We also have a fully stocked office products section and furniture showroom. In addition we provide a copy centre for your printing and scanning needs. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are ready to help with whatever creative endeavor you have happening today!
Welcome to our infrared sanctuary, your daily retreat for inspired movement, focused breathing and deep relaxation.
Our mission is to empower our Nelson community to elevate their life on and off the mat. Our practice is rooted in gratitude and focuses on building strength, increasing flexibility and gaining mobility through the practice of yoga and functional movement.
Core Values:
- Honesty
- Diversity
- Courage
- Commitment
- Leadership
- Fun
- Growth.
Our Studio
eARTh Community Clay Studios is a home studio with a breathtaking view. It is not just a pottery studio, it is an inspired playground for adults, kids, and anyone who likes to play with mud.
Hands-on help and personalized instruction are at the core of this experience. The friendly atmosphere supplies warm feedback and creative motivation to help you discover your inner potential.
Owner and teacher Diane Walters has worked with clay for thirty-five years and the learning industry for thirty. Sharing her experience and learning from others is at the core of this small business.
eARTh Community Clay Studios is situated in a beautiful studio with a view in Uphill Nelson, BC, Canada, located at 1116 Latimer St, Nelson, BC. We are open Sept – April and closed for late spring and summer.
If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own light-filled art studio, eARTh Community Clay Studios is for you. Though we specialize in beginner wheel and hand-building classes, if you are a practiced potter, you’ll appreciate our wheel and hand-building work areas, Shimpo wheels and slab roller, our selection of stains and glazes, and our regular firing schedule during our open studio sessions. Everything you need is right here. Experienced Potters and Sculptors make up our team of ceramic professionals who are ready to share their talents.
Nelson vision experts that provide the Kootenays with a vast selection of designer frames, glasses and sunglasses. Need your glasses in a hurry? L’Optique offers one-hour for most prescriptions. Your new glasses manufactured while you wait. We can also repair and service your existing eyeglasses. Our professional staff has extensive knowledge and we pride ourselves in great customer service for the right price.
Looking for sunglasses? L’Optique carries brands like Rayban, Tom Ford, Prada, Gucci, Moscot, Maui Jim, Oakley, Dior and much, much 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.
Kootenay Tamil Kitchen is a South Indian Restaurant in Nelson, BC. We serve real authentic South Indian food exclusive for the people of 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.
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