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  1. South site view

    Pier Project Update March 2023

    Work starts this week at the foot of Hall Street. Read on...

  2. Budget Open House - Join us!

    Nelson residents are encouraged to attend the 2023 Budget Open House on March 30th at 5:00pm at City Hall. To learn more, click below: Read on...
  3. Council Highlights Social Media FB (1)

    March 2023 - Council Highlights

    The Council Highlights provide a snapshot of the progress made in Council decision-making. To read this month's Council Highlights, click below. Read on...
  4. Carmen Proctor Bridge

    A Message from Mayor & Council

    Click below to read a message from the City of Nelson's Mayor & Council: A Welcoming Community for Everyone Read on...
  5. Facebook BC Update In-Person Info Session (2)

    Updates to BC Building Codes - Information Sessions

    The City of Nelson is hosting two free webinars and one in-person information session next week to discuss the key takeaways from the recently published BC Building Code update. To learn more, click below. Read on...
  6. Copy of Media Release

    Media Release: WhatsApp Investigation – City of Nelson Police Department

    The Vancouver Police Department on behalf of the Office of the Public Complaints Commissioner completed their investigation into the 'WhatsApp' chat group matter relating to alleged postings by members of the Nelson Police. To learn more, click below. Read on...
  7. gyropool_TimDavis

    Notice of Work - Gyro Park Bridge Removal

    Crews from the City of Nelson are set to remove the Gyro Park Bridge this week. To learn more about this project, click below: Read on...
  8. Nolet and Chief Fisher

    City of Nelson Mourns the Loss of Second Police Officer

    Nelson mourns the loss of a second police officer who has passed away from injuries sustained in an avalanche. To learn more, click below: Read on...
  9. NCP Coat of Arms no Background

    Private Funeral Service to be held for Constable / Update on injured officer

    A private funeral service is planned for Constable Wade Tittemore on Wednesday, January 18th, at the Capitol Theatre at Noon PST. The service is for invited guests and is not open to the general public. To learn more, click below. Read on...
  10. Notice to Public

    Notice of Work from Public Works

    Click below to see this week's Notice of Work which includes an update on snow removal and vegetation management. Read on...
  11. Tittemore

    Nelson Police Officers involved in fatal avalanche

    The City of Nelson and the Nelson Police Department are mourning the death of one of its officers in a fatal avalanche on January 9, 2023. To learn more, click below: Read on...
  12. NCP Coat of Arms no Background

    Two Nelson Police Officers Struck by Avalanche near Kaslo

    The Nelson Police Board would like to inform the public that a City of Nelson police officer has been killed and another officer critically injured in an avalanche near Kaslo, BC. Read on...
  13. NelsonHydro_Presentation_Nov2022_v3_iinstagram-post

    Nelson Hydro Budget & Rate Presentation - December 1st

    Join Nelson Hydro for a presentation regarding rate changes coming into effect for customers in 2023. A presentation from Nelson Hydro/City of Nelson staff will be followed by a question period. To register, click below: Read on...
  14. NelsonHydro_MediaRelease_Nov22-2022

    Media Release: Cost-of-Living Credit for Nelson Hydro Customers

    Nelson Hydro customers will receive a one-time cost-of-living credit on their electricity bills as part of a Province of BC initiative to address the impacts of global inflation on families and small businesses in BC. To learn more, click below: Read on...
  15. How do you manage your food waste Survey 2022

    SURVEY: How do you manage your food waste?

    The City wants to learn more about your residential food waste management practices. Click below to learn more and take the survey. It only takes a few minutes! Read on...
  16. Leaf Removal

    Leaf Collection in the Downtown Core

    City crews will be out between November 16th and November 18th to manage leaf pickup in the downtown core before the impending snow forecast for next week. For more details, click below. Read on...
  17. Nelson_City_Council_019_2022 Group Photo

    Meet our new Council!

    The City of Nelson's Council for 2022 - 2026 was officially sworn in on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Click below for details. Read on...
  18. Minister Climate Team

    Media Release: City of Nelson Leads the Way in Organics Diversion

    Nelson is taking the next step in launching a city-wide pre-treated organics program to divert food waste from landfills. To learn more and read the full media release, click below: Read on...
  19. Notice to Public

    Notice to Public - Paving at Baker Street Intersections

    The City of Nelson would like to advise the public of upcoming paving work in the downtown core taking place starting October 12, 2022. To learn more, click below: Read on...
  20. 2020 Sports Ambassador Nomination is Open (2)

    Sports Ambassador Call for Applications & Nominations

    Applications and nominations for the Sports Ambassador for the 2023 calendar year are currently being accepted. The deadline to apply is October 21, 2022. For more details, click below: Read on...
  21. sitkum fire - Adrian Wagner

    Wildfire Risk Reduction Open House – Thursday, September 22

    The Nelson & Area Wildfire Risk Reduction Committee invites you to join us for a public Open House. This is an opportunity for you to participate in the conversation about the wildfire threats to our communities and how we can reduce the risk. Learn more: Read on...
  22. queen

    City Hall to close to honour Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

    The City of Nelson is joining other local governments and will recognize the federal holiday on Monday, September 19, 2022, to mark the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. For details on officer closures and operations, click below: Read on...
  23. Nelson waterfront with pier

    August 26, 2022 Pier Update

    Here is the latest update on the Pier Project. Read on...
  24. Media Release

    BCUC Releases Decision on Nelson Hydro’s COSA-RDA Application

    For Immediate Release: BCUC Releases Decision on Nelson Hydro’s COSA-RDA Application. To read the full media release, click below. Read on...
  25. 22-06-10 - Exacavtion progress

    June 28, 2022 - Update on Pier Project

    Check out the latest Pier Project update! Read on...
  26. June 21

    June 21st - National Indigenous Peoples Day

    Today, June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Click below to learn more. Read on...
  27. NelsonHydro_Survey_SocialPost

    Nelson Hydro Communications Survey

    Nelson Hydro would like to hear from you about its efforts to keep you informed. Your opinion will help shape Nelson Hydro’s current and future communications. Click below to take the survey! Read on...
  28. bike

    Nelson to Host E-Bike Expo

    Nelson to Host E-Bike Expo; City Partners with UBC’s REACT Lab to Study Impact of E-Bikes in Community. To learn more, click below: Read on...
  29. pier 1

    Work on the Hall Street Pier Project Set to Begin

    The City identified several years ago that the pier was reaching end-of-life and, at a minimum, needed to be re-decked. Now, work on the new Hall Street Pier project is set to begin. To learn more: Read on...
  30. vault lid 3

    Replacement of High Voltage Vault Lids

    Work is underway in Nelson to replace the deteriorated high voltage underground transformer vault lids. To learn more about this project, click below: Read on...
  31. Nelson Hydro Media Release

    Nelson Hydro Battery Energy Storage System Project

    Nelson Hydro is applying for a CleanBC grant for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to be installed on the North Shore of Nelson. To learn more about this project, click below: Read on...
  32. Emergency Preparedness

    Be Prepared! Are You Signed up For Emergency Notifications?

    City of Nelson Emergency Notification TEST – Tuesday, May 3rd at 11:30AM Read on...
  33. Nelson Hydro Media Release

    FortisBC Working with Property Owners to Reduce Tree-Related Power Outages

    Read on...
  34. Podcast Avi and Ginger FB

    Episode #2 - The Scoop Podcast (Welcome to Nelson Signs)

    Read on...
  35. 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...
  36. galvanizedpipe

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

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

    City of Nelson Newsletter - December 2017

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

    2018 Volunteer Opportunities with the City of Nelson

    Click below for details. Read on...
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City Project Updates

  1. South site view

    Pier Project Update March 2023

    Work starts this week at the foot of Hall Street. Read on...
  2. 22-12-23 - North Site View

    December 23rd, 2022 - Year End Update

    Read on...
  3. 22-10-06 - First steel beam being flown into position

    October 12, 2022 - update on Pier Project

    Work continues at the foot of Hall Street on the Pier Project... Read on...
  4. Nelson waterfront with pier

    August 26, 2022 Pier Update

    Here is the latest update on the Pier Project. Read on...
  5. 22-07-05 - welding piles

    August 5, 2022 - Update on Pier Project

    The project continues.... Read on...
  6. 22-06-10 - Exacavtion progress

    June 28, 2022 - Update on Pier Project

    Check out the latest Pier Project update! Read on...
  7. Gazebo Deconstruction

    Work has begun on the new pier!

    The project replacement project is underway with site works proceeding last week. The site and laydown area has been fenced and the work trailer is present on site. Be sure to check back to the City website for continued updates. Read on...
  8. pier 1

    Work on the Hall Street Pier Project Set to Begin

    The City identified several years ago that the pier was reaching end-of-life and, at a minimum, needed to be re-decked. Now, work on the new Hall Street Pier project is set to begin. To learn more: Read on...
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