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  1. NH Logo

    Media Release from Nelson Hydro on Enbridge Gas Line Rupture

    Residents of the Southern Interior have been asked to conserve natural gas usage after gas line rupture in northern BC. Nelson Hydro wants customers to feel comfortable using electric heat to conserve natural gas while FortisBC works to find a solution. Read on...
  2. Council Highlights

    Council Highlights - October 9, 2018

    Nelson City Council met on Tuesday, October 9, 2018. Want to learn more about what happened at the meeting? Click below. Read on...
  3. October 2018

    City Newsletter - October 2018

    Catch up on the latest City news. Check out the October 2018 Newsletter. Read on...
  4. 2018 Recipient

    2019 Cultural Ambassador for Nelson Nomination Period Open!

    The Cultural Development Committee (CDC), on behalf of the City of Nelson, is currently inviting applications and nominations for the position of Nelson’s 2019 Cultural Ambassador in the category of Theatre/Performance. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  5. 2018_Public_Notice

    Notice to Public: Hall Street Access Update

    Due to a delay in work scheduled for the CP crossing in the 100 Block of Hall Street, the block has been opened to through traffic for the week. Click below to view access map. Read on...
  6. Be-A-Voter With Dates

    Advanced Voting - Nelson General Election

    Advanced Voting will be on October 10, 2018 and October 17, 2018. Read on...
  7. rosemont park

    Media Release: Proposed Improvements for Rosemont Multi-Generational Park

    Successful open house was held to gather feedback for Rosemont Multi-Generational Park; Online survey open until Friday, September 28th. For more details, click below: Read on...
  8. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Notice to Public: Road (Bridge) Closure on Sunday, September 23rd, 2018

    Residents are advised that the City is performing bridge deck repairs at cottonwood creek at 80 Lakeside Drive between the airport and Public Works complex this Sunday, September 23, 2018. Click below for details. Read on...
  9. Watering-Days_assigned_City_Level_2

    City Moves to Level 2 Water Regulations

    Effective immediately, the City is moving from Level 3 Water Regulations to Level 2. For more information on our water regulations, please click below. Read on...
  10. Public Notice Nelson Hydro.pub

    Notice to Public: Nelson Hydro Launches New Automated Call Dialer System

    For complete details on the new automated dialer, click below. Read on...
  11. 39-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    September 17, 2018 - UPDATE #39 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  12. Strategic Update Final Report 2018

    Final Report: 2015 - 2018 Strategic Plan Update

    Click below to view the Final Report for the City of Nelson Strategic Plan for the period 2015-2018. Read on...
  13. Sunny_Solar_Array

    City of Nelson recognized for Nelson Community Solar Garden

    The City of Nelson received an Honorable Mention from the Community Energy Association, Climate and Energy Action Awards and the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. Read on...
  14. GreenShowFB2018

    6th Annual Green Home & Energy Show

    This year's Green Home and Energy Show is taking place on Tuesday, September 25th, 2018. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  15. Council Highlights

    Council Highlights

    Nelson City Council met on Monday, September 4th, 2018. Want to learn more about what happened at the meeting? Click below. Read on...
  16. August 30, 2018

    City Newsletter - August 2018

    Click below to view the latest City of Nelson newsletter. Read on...
  17. Watering-Days_assigned_City_Level_3

    City of Nelson moving to Level 3 Water Restrictions

    Effective, Tuesday, August 28th, the City of Nelson will be adhering to LEVEL 3 Water Restrictions. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  18. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Notice to Public: Watermain Work - Potential for Water Discolouration

    Read on...
  19. N.H. Ward_Baker 2

    Ward and Baker Street Update

    The Nelson Hydro crew is working this morning at Ward and Baker St. Read on...
  20. Important Notice.pub

    Ward and Baker Street Update

    Four way stop at Ward and Baker to continue for today, August 15th, 2018. Read on...
  21. Important Notice.pub

    Traffic Light Repair at Ward and Baker St.

    City crews are working to repair the traffic light "Read on..."
  22. Main Election 2018

    2018 Local Election

    Nomination Packages for 2018 Local Election available at City Hall Additional Info...
  23. Sunny_Solar_Array

    Nelson's Community Solar Garden - A Year in Review

    Canada’s first community solar garden, located in Nelson, BC, has completed its first year of solar electricity generation. Want to learn more about this project? Click below for the Year One summary report. Read on...
  24. Sitkun Fire Kelly Keiwan 2

    Updated - July 25, 2018 - Wildfire at Sitkum (7 Mile)

    BC Wildfire Service has confirmed the ignition of a small wildfire at 7 Mile (Sitkum area). For more details, click below. Read on...
  25. Important Notice.pub

    Nelson Hydro - Telephone Scam Alert

    The City of Nelson would like to advise all Nelson Hydro customers of a current telephone scam. For full details, click below. Read on...
  26. routes 2018

    New Trips Added to Kootenay Connector Transit Route

    Bus riders in the West Kootenay Regional Transit System will soon be able to choose new weekday trips to travel between Nelson and Castlegar. For more details, click below. Read on...
  27. Watering-Days_assigned_City_Level_2

    Notice to Public: City Moves to Level 2 Water Restrictions

    Effective immediately, the City of Nelson is moving to Level 2 Water Restrictions. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  28. Important Notice.pub

    Important Notice Related to Hall Street

    As a safety measure, the City of Nelson and the Ministry of Transportation are asking pedestrians NOT to cross Front Street through the construction zone at Hall Street. Read on....
  29. Hall_Street_Plaza_RobRichardson

    Media Release: City of Nelson Amends Traffic Bylaw

    Nelson City Council recently passed amendments to the Traffic Bylaw to include pedestrian regulations. The intent is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for residents and visitors in the downtown core. Click below to read the full media release. Read on...
  30. Child_Gyro_Pool

    Gyro Pool is Open!

    Need to cool off with the kids this summer? Head over to Gyro Pool between 1:00pm and 6:00pm daily. Click below for more details. Read on...
  31. July 1 Office Closures 2018

    Office Closures

    City Hall and the Public Works Complex will be closed on Monday, July 2nd, 2018 in lieu of Canada Day. Read on...
  32. Important Notice.pub

    IMPORTANT NOTICE - Hall Street Project

    CP Rail will be performing safety work at the Cedar Street crossing on June 26, 2018. The City of Nelson will temporarily re-open the 100 Block of Hall Street to allow access to the Lakeside Drive businesses. For full details, click below. Read on...
  33. 2017 annual report

    MEDIA RELEASE: 2017 Annual Report To Be Presented to Council on June 25

    Nelson continues to be one of the most innovative communities in BC; 2017 Annual Report to be presented to Council on June 25 - Click below to read full release. Read on...
  34. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Notice to Public: Dog Walk Closure Update

    The Dog Walk will remain closed indefinitely until it has been thoroughly assessed and repaired. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  35. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Dog Walk to Remain Closed Until Further Notice

    The Department of Public Works wishes to advise residents that the Dog Walk will remain closed until repairs can be made. The Dog Walk has been impacted by high water and erosion and is unsafe for the public to use at this time. Click below for details. Read on...
  36. Public Notice Nelson Hydro.pub

    Tree Trimming Program - Starts June 11, 2018

    Nelson Hydro would like to advise residents that tree trimming in Nelson around the power system will begin on Monday, June 11, 2018. Click below for complete details. Read on...
  37. Property Tax 2018

    Property Tax Time!

    No line-up! No big bills! No problem! Click below to learn everything you need to know about your City of Nelson property tax notice. Read on...
  38. May 2018

    City of Nelson Newsletter - May 2018

    Click below to view the latest City of Nelson Newsletter. Read on...
  39. Media Release Fire Cover

    Media Release: Kootenay Lake Levels Not Expected to Rise Beyond Current Level

    Much of the lower and mid-range snow levels melted over the past number of weeks and coupled with the arrival of cooler temperatures, the Kootenay Lake levels have peaked and will start to slowly decline over the next week. Click below for details. Read on...
  40. Great_escape_small

    Nelson Hydro's EcoSave Program Launches the "Great Escape" Heat Mapping Project

    Nelson Hydro’s EcoSave Energy Retrofits Program is launching The Great Escape heat mapping pilot project. Nelson Hydro customers will be able to find their home on a heat loss map and determine if heat is escaping. Click below for details. Read on...
  41. Water Quality Advisory May 8 2018 RESCINDED

    RESCINDED - Water Quality Advisory Rescinded from May 9, 2018

    After consultation with the Interior Health Authority, the Water Quality Advisory issued on May 9, 2018 due to Elevated Turbidity Levels (cloudiness) is now rescinded. The water is safe to drink. For more details, click below. Read on...
  42. A38C5809-F8AA-4BA7-A640-B7ED34BA2B8A

    Media Release: City continues to monitor rising Kootenay Lake Levels

    The City of Nelson continues to monitor rising Kootenay Lake levels; City crews work to mitigate impact of potential flooding. To read the full media release, click below. Read on...
  43. Picture2

    Notice To Public: Street Sweeping & Flushing

    The Department of Public Works would like to advise that street sweeping and flushing will be taking place in Rosemont (North) on May 23rd and May 24th, 2018. Click below for details. Read on...
  44. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Public Notice: Dog Walk Closed Due to High Water Levels

    The Department of Public Works would like to advise the public that the Dog Walk is closed until further notice. Click below for more details. Read on...
  45. Public Safety Notice Spring Runoff

    PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE - Spring Runoff Safety & Flooding in Nelson

    Spring rain showers and higher daytime temperatures are starting to fuel rising levels in creeks and streams within the City of Nelson. Sandbags available for residents at Lakeside Park under bridge. Click below to read the full public safety notice. Read on...
  46. Public Safety Notice Flood

    Public Safety Notice - City Prepares for High Water and Potential Flooding

    Lake levels have been forecast to potentially exceed the highwater elevations observed in 2012 as early as the end of May. For complete details, click below Read on...
  47. plannedpoweroutage_websiteuse

    Planned Power Outage for Richards St. on May 15, 2018

    Nelson Hydro will be performing system upgrades on May 15th, 2018 on Richards Street and area. Click below for details. Read on...
  48. Water Quality Advisory May 8 2018

    Water Quality Advisory - May 9, 2018

    The City of Nelson, in consultation with the Interior Health Authority, is issuing a WATER QUALITY ADVISORY for the City of Nelson. Click below for full details. Read on...
  49. Nelson_emergency_alerts_button

    *** NEW*** NELSON EMERGENCY ALERTS - Sign-up today!

    BE PREPARED FOR AN EMERGENCY - The City of Nelson has launched a new Emergency Alert system for people who live, work, shop and visit Nelson. Click below for details and to sign up! Read on...
  50. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Notice To Public: Watermain Flushing Program Set To Start

    The City of Nelson Utilities Department is set to start the Watermain Flushing Program. The flushing will be done Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, commencing May 7, 2018 and continuing to the end of June. Read on...
  51. Media Release Fire Cover

    Disaster Day in Nelson on May 5th, 2018

    Join Nelson Fire & Rescue Services and other community agencies for Disaster Day on May 5th, 2018 to learn how to prepare for an emergency. Click below for complete details. Read on...
  52. Picture2

    Notice to Public: Street Sweeping in Areas of Uphill

    Street sweeping will take place on May 2nd and May 3rd in the area of Hoover, Latimer and Mill Streets and all cross streets. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  53. Picture2

    NOTICE TO PUBLIC: STREET SWEEPING AND FLUSHING

    Street sweeping and flushing is taking place on Monday, April 30th and Tuesday, May 1st in the area of Gore, Robson and Observatory Streets and all cross streets. Click below for details and map. Read on...
  54. Media Release Fire Cover

    Nelson Fire Chief Encourages Yard Waste Clean-Up & Burning Period Approved

    Nelson Fire Chief Len MacCharles is encouraging residents of Nelson to dispose of their yard waste. Free yard waste drop-off is available for the month of May at Grohman Transfer Station. A burning period has also been approved. Click below for details. Read on...
  55. 2018_Public_Notice

    Nelson Transit Update Related to Highway 3A Mudslide

    NOTICE TO PUBLIC: 1:00pm - April 18, 2018 A mud slide has occurred 2 kilometers east of Brilliant Dam. Click below for an update on Nelson Transit service to Castlegar. Read on...
  56. 2018_Public_Notice

    Notice: Business License Bylaw Amendment

    Take notice that Council proposes to amend the Business Licence Bylaw. Click below to read the report to Council regarding this proposed amendment. Read on...
  57. Stage One Hall Street Map

    Stores-To-Shores Downtown Revitalization Project - Phase II Schedule

    We wish there was another way to replace our underground infrastructure, but unfortunately there isn't. The work has to be done. Please click below to learn more about Phase II of the Hall Street project, including a tentative schedule for construction. Read on...
  58. April 5 2018 Northshore Power Outage

    Notice to Nelson Hydro's North Shore Customers - April 6, 2018

    Many of our Nelson Hydro customers on the North Shore experienced a power outage on Monday, April 2nd, 2018. The following notice details the cause of the outages and steps Nelson Hydro is taking to improve service in the North Shore area. Read on...
  59. March_23_2018

    City of Nelson Newsletter - March 23, 2018

    To read the latest City of Nelson Newsletter, click below. Read on...
  60. Dog Walk

    Construction of Emergency Water Intake at West-End of Lakeside Dog Walk

    PUBLIC ADVISORY: City crews have begun work on the construction of an Emergency Water Intake at the west-end of the dog walk. Access to the dog walk is available at the east-end near the Prestige Lakeside Resort. Click below for details. Read on...
  61. PublicNotice_PublicWorks

    Watermain and Storm Sewer Upgrades - 900 Block Victoria Street

    NOTICE TO PUBLIC: Public Works crews will be working in the 900 Block of Victoria Street over the next three weeks. Click below for more information on this project. Read on...
  62. transit driver appreciation

    March 16, 2018 - Transit Driver Appreciation Day

    On Friday, March 16th, 2018, join us in celebrating Transit Driver Appreciation Day by thanking our hard working Nelson Transit drivers for a job well done. Read on...
  63. Short term rental survey

    Short-Term Vacation Rental Regulations - How are we doing?

    MEDIA RELEASE: City looking for feedback on Nelson’s short-term rental regulations; On-line survey open until April 10th, 2018 Read on...
  64. March 2018 Public Works Newsletter

    City Newsletter - March 9, 2018

    Do you know what 'unidirectional flushing' is? Learn about this and more in the latest City of Nelson newsletter. Click below to read. Read on...
  65. Reservoir

    City of Nelson to receive up to $6 Million for Water Master Plan Supplementary Sources project

    MEDIA RELEASE: The City of Nelson Water Master Plan Supplementary Sources project was identified as a high priority in the City’s recently updated Water Master Plan. Learn more about the $6 Million in Federal Gas Tax funding below. Read on...
  66. February_23_2018

    City of Nelson Newsletter - February 2018

    To read the latest City of Nelson Newsletter, click below. Read on...
  67. Year In Review 2017

    City of Nelson - Year in Review 2017

    The City of Nelson's Strategic Plan sets out Council's priorities for 2015 - 2018. Click below to read the Year in Review for 2017. Read on...
  68. Feedback_Form_Cannabis

    MEDIA RELEASE: Legalization of Cannabis - City is looking for feedback

    The City of Nelson is looking for feedback on regulations related to the legalization of cannabis. Feedback forms will be delivered to households and businesses the week of February 12th. Click here for the full media release. Read on...
  69. bear

    Residential Bear Resistant Garbage Bins Available for Purchase!

    The City of Nelson is pleased to offer Toter bear resistant garbage bins for sale. For more details on how you can purchase, please click below. Read on...
  70. galvanizedpipe

    Council Approves Updated Water Master Plan; 2018 Water & Sewer Rates Adopted

    Click below to read the full media release Read on...
  71. December 2017

    City of Nelson Newsletter - December 2017

    Click below to view the latest City of Nelson Newsletter. Read on...
  72. volunteer

    2018 Volunteer Opportunities with the City of Nelson

    Click below for details. Read on...
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  2. Advanced Voting Day (#2 of 2) - General Election

    This is the second of two advanced voting opportunities available to qualified electors of the City of Nelson. The general election voting will take place on Saturday, October 20, 2018.
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  2. General Local Election - Voting Day

    General voting will be open to qualified electors of the City of Nelson on Saturday, October 20, 2018.
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City Projects

  1. 42-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    October 12, 2018 - UPDATE #42 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  2. 41-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    October 5, 2018 - UPDATE #41 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  3. 40-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    October 1, 2018 - UPDATE #40 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  4. Important Notice.pub

    IMPORTANT NOTICE - Hall Street Project Paving

    Paving on the 100 Block of Hall Street is set to take place this week, starting Friday, September 28th. For full details, click below. Read on...
  5. 38-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    September 10, 2018 - UPDATE #38 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  6. 37-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    August 31, 2018 - UPDATE #37 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  7. 36-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    August 24th, 2018 - UPDATE #36 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  8. 35-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    August 17th, 2018 - UPDATE #35 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  9. 34-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    August 13th, 2018 - UPDATE #34 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  10. 33-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    July 27th, 2018 - UPDATE #33 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  11. 32-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    July 23, 2018 - UPDATE #32 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  12. 31 hall st

    July 13, 2018 - UPDATE #31 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  13. 30-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    July 6, 2018 - UPDATE #30 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  14. Stage 2 - Phase 2 Hall Street Detour Map

    Hall Street Project Update - Stage 2 Begins!

    Work continues on Phase 2 of the Stores-To-Shores Downtown Revitalization Project on Hall Street. Stage 2 of the construction begins on June 28, 2018. Click below for a complete update on all 4 stages. Read on...
  15. 29 HallStreetProgressUpdate

    June 18, 2018 - Update #29 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  16. 28 hall

    June 11, 2018 - Update #28 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  17. 27-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    June 5, 2018 - Update #27 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  18. 26-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    May 28, 2018 - Update #26 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  19. 25 Hall Street

    May 23, 2018 - Update #25 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  20. 24HallStreetProgressUpdate

    May 11, 2018 - Update #24 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Construction continues at the 100 Block of Hall Street. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  21. 23 HallStreetProgressUpdate

    May 1, 2018 - Update #23 - Hall Street Project Phase II

    Construction has begun at the 100 Block of Hall Street. For complete details, click below. Read on...
  22. 22-HallStreetProgressUpdate.pub

    April 23, 2018 - UPDATE #22 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below on the latest update of the Hall Street project. Read on...
  23. 21-HallStreetProgressUpdate.pub

    April 13, 2018 - UPDATE #21 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below on the latest update of the Hall Street project. Read on...
  24. 20_hall

    March 23, 2018 - UPDATE #20 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  25. 19-HallStreetProgressUpdate.pub

    March 16, 2018 - UPDATE #19 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below to read the latest Hall Street update. Read on...
  26. 18-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    March 9, 2018 - UPDATE #18 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below to read the latest Hall Street update. Read on...
  27. 17-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    February 16, 2018 - UPDATE #17 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below to read the latest Hall Street update. Read on...
  28. 16-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    February 9, 2018 - UPDATE #16 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below to read the latest Hall Street project update. Read on...
  29. 15-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    February 2, 2018 - UPDATE #15 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below to read the latest Hall Street project update. Read on...
  30. 14_HallStreetProgressUpdate

    January 26, 2018 - UPDATE 14 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  31. 13-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    January 19, 2018 - UPDATE #13 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street project. Read on...
  32. 12-HallStreetProgressUpdate

    January 12, 2018 - UPDATE #12 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project. Read on...
  33. 10_HallStreetProgressUpdate

    December 1, 2017 - UPDATE #10 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project - Phase II. Read on...
  34. 9_HallStreetProgressUpdate

    November 24, 2017 - UPDATE #9 - Hall Street Project - Phase II

    Click below for the latest update on the Hall Street Project - Phase II. Read on...
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