Today, 53 years after it was established, Yasodhara Ashram is an enduring and vibrant spiritual community. Set in the beautiful mountains of southeastern British Columbia, we invite people of all ages and backgrounds to pursue their self-development and discover the promise of yoga. Our purpose is to stimulate open intellectual and spiritual enquiry, supporting the potential of transformation in each person.
In the Selkirk Mountains B&B features deluxe accommodation in a forest setting, with magnificent views of Kootenay Lake. We provide delicious breakfasts served to your room.
In Nelson real estate, the Bennett family is synonymous with one word – RESULTS. Our diversity as a team sets us apart. Working with the Bennetts allows you access to the skills of all three family members. Not only will someone always be available, but all of three of us have different interests and skills which benefit all of our clients. Personally, we have been involved in all facets of real estate. We have owned our own commercial properties, businesses, homes and rural property. We just recently went through the process of selling our home and purchasing a new property and it was a great reminder of how that process feels for our clients. In other words – we understand.
Ward Engineering & Land Surveying, Ltd., based in Nelson, British Columbia, provides professional consulting services in civil engineering, legal surveys and project management to both public and private sector clients.
Ward Engineering & Land Surveying Ltd. was founded in 1996 by Peter Ward. Since then, we have provided the legal surveying services for numerous urban and rural subdivisions. In many cases, we also design the civil infrastructure the subdivision requires in order to prepare the new lots for market. This comprehensive range of services allows us to provide a complete package of development services to our clients. With both legal survey and civil engineering disciplines in-house, we are able to provide technical and management services from initial concept through cost estimating, permitting and approvals, construction, cost tracking and project completion. At each step of a project, the close communication between the legal survey and engineering disciplines available within Ward Engineering & Land Surveying Ltd. ensures that subdivision and infrastructure designs will meet all regulatory requirements. We work closely with regulatory agencies to make certain that all work is correctly approved and permitted.
As part of Canada’s largest restoration network, WINMAR® Nelson has been in business since 2019, with the opening of a physical location in Nelson, BC in 2023.
Specializing in hazardous materials abatement, fires and floods, Nelson now has a local restoration contractor to call upon 24/7.
The Nelson team understands the importance of small personal touches that make working with them a pleasure, while ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget.
WINMAR® Nelson’s dedicated and knowledgeable team is proud to serve homeowners and businesses in the West Kootenay and Boundary Region from their Nelson office.
Bienvenue to our charming French bakery and café! Nestled in the heart of Fairview, Nelson, our French bakery is a delightful haven for lovers of all things French. Whether you’re popping in for a quick breakfast, a croissant, meeting friends for a leisurely lunch, or indulging in an afternoon treat, our bakery and coffee shop is the perfect rendez-vous spot. So come and experience the joie de vivre in our coffee shop. À bientôt!
Ellenwood Homes is a full service design/build and consulting company operating in the Kootenay region of BC. Our custom homes are Built Green Certified, energy efficient, and healthy. ”Sustainable by Design”
Marc Brillon is a licensed builder with a background in architectural & building technology, construction management, and cost planning.
Lara Ellenwood is a registered interior designer with 19 years of experience in single and multi-family residential design. She works in any style, from rustic to contemporary.
We work with local architects, engineers, consultants, and subtrades to produce exceptional homes, while keeping a strong commitment to schedules and budgets.
We are also pleased to provide renovation services and energy retrofits for existing homes. Please call or write for further details.

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 Villa Motel is located right by Nelson’s Orange Bridge, with scenic views of Kootenay Lake and the surrounding mountains. It is ideally situated away from Nelson’s city noise while being a close 5-minute drive to downtown Baker Street. Take a stroll over B.O.B. (Big Orange Bridge) to enjoy the beach and adventure through Nelson’s Lakeside Park. With 30 units and 8 different room types, a large free parking lot, guest laundromat and high speed WIFI in individual room, The Villa Motel strives to be an all-inclusive resting location for travelers.
We are a licensed childcare centre operating 2 programs.
2.5 – 5 yr olds – full and part-time care School Age Care – kindergarten – Grade 5
Hours of operation: 7:30-5:15. We are open year round except for Christmas break
Lakeside Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic offers individualized treatment for neck and back pain, orthopaedic conditions, chronic pelvic pain and incontinence, pre-and post natal care, and management of athletic injuries in athletes of all ages. We offer a full line of bracing for tennis elbow, ankles, and ligament or osteoarthitis of the knee.
Commercial & Residental Construction Foundations Framing Concrete Siding Finishings Renovations. Specializing in custom homes with superior finishings.
From residential to industrial, commercial and development properties, we can provide appraisal solutions for you. We cover a large geographic area and our work is accepted (and often preferred) at all national banks, local credit unions and mortgage companies. We also do litigation, expropriation, and tax declaration appraisals and feasiblity analyses. We have a Nelson office and our main office is centrally located in Castlegar. Our appraisers live in Nelson, Castlegar and Trail. From Rossland and Trail to Grand Forks, Edgewood, Nakusp, Trout Lake and Crawford Bay and all points in between, we have you covered.
A service station offerring car wash (can accommodate RVs), coin laundry, and car rentals. Open 8am to 9pm
Is your roof in need of repair or replacement? Call us today for a free estimate. We provide Residential and Commercial Roofing. Our services include; New Roof Installation, Roof Repairs, Inspections and Maintenance. Proudly serving the Kootenays for over 30 years. We are WorkSafe BC and Commercial General Liability insured
Shell Gas station and Convinience Store Nelson
Fantastically fresh pizzas, salads, wings and breadsticks that can be picked up or delivered right to your door. All of which contain no artificial flavours, colours or MSG. We are open 7 days a week and will deliver up to 6 Mile and Taghum Shell.
With an Accent Fine Carpentry is an owner operated company. With an expertise aquired over 30 years of experience as a contractor we provide complete renovation services and specialise in finishing carpentry and railings.
An elegantly appointed french boutique hotel overlooking the shores of the West Arm of Kootenay Lake. With 44 charming guest rooms and suites the Prestige Inn is sure to help make your next visit to Nelson memorable. The timeless French decor invites you into a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Our recently renovated hotel rooms are equipped with \’\’Prestige\’\’ pillow-top mattresses and duvets, 42\’\’ Plasma televisions, complimentary wireless internet access, refrigerator, hairdryer, iron & board, plus much more.
All rooms feature a gorgeous view of Kootenay Lake and include a free breakfast at our sister property the Prestige Lakeside Resort restaurant located just a short walk along the waterfront pathway or a quick ride in Streetcar #23, a heritage electric trolley.
Studio, family and executive suites are available. Guests are welcome to use our outdoor patio equipped with self serve BBQ and picnic area. There is also a lawn area for games and activities. Valet Laundry, dry cleaning services, game cube and DVD rentals are available.
Lottery
Magic The Gathering
Pokemon
Warhammer
Magazines
Newspaper
Exotic Snacks & Drinks Only At Stuarts
Board Games
Puzzles
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.
Walking distance to downtown, beach, shopping. May 1 to October 17th. Showers, flush toilets, picnic tables, covered dining shelter, wireless internet, shade, view, laundry and sani-station. Pets allowed. $25 un-serviced, electricity only $30, and full hook-up $35, base on 2 people. Extra adults $5, Children 14 and under free.
EffiStruc Consulting Inc. strives to provide innovative structural engineering solutions, while emphasizing constructability, safety and efficiency during the design and construction process. EffiStruc recognizes the importance of working collaboratively, in order to keep it fun, and to ensure that we create the best possible product. We are inspired by our mountain culture and by the splendor of nature. We endeavour to make long-standing contributions to our profession and community, and work hard at establishing lasting relationships with our clients, staff, associates, and colleagues.
Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation is governed by a group of dedicated volunteers whose purpose is to raise funds for the medical needs of our community hospital. The Board of Directors consists of 12 directors who each serve a 3-year term.
Our directors bring to the Board a variety of backgrounds offering their unique skills and talents to ensure the Foundation’s success.
The Foundation Board is a working Board elected by its members. Directors and members serve on various committees such as the Events Committee, Golf Committee, Community Relations Committee, or the Finance Committee.
All directors and members contribute their time and effort without any payment or benefit other than the satisfaction of contributing to the community.





