Animal Control

The City of Nelson has established rules and regulations to control pets and other animals within the City.

Business Licence

Any person owning or operating a business within the City of Nelson must obtain an annual Business License.

Bylaw Enforcement

The Bylaw Enforcement department promotes, facilitates and enforces general compliance with bylaws that pertain to the health, safety and welfare of the community.

Cemetery

The Nelson Memorial Cemetery is located in a peaceful setting on the 2300 block of Falls Street.

City Campground

City Campground

Emergency Services

Emergency Management

EcoSave Program

Climate Change Action

Finance

The Financial Services department provides professional advice to Council, City departments, other levels of government, and City of Nelson residents and businesses.

Property Taxes

Property taxation is the most important single source of municipal revenue.

Fire & Rescue Services

Library

The Nelson Public Library provides free library memberships to residents of the City of Nelson, Area F, and South H. Anyone may access the Library to use materials on site and to use computers, internet, and wireless services.

Nelson Police Department

The Nelson Police Department is among the oldest in the province.

Parks

The City of Nelson maintains a variety of parks that provide residents and visitors with opportunities for great scenery, fun and exercise. We invite you to explore all of them!

Planning & Building

Roads & Transportation

Youth Centre

The Nelson and District Youth Centre has been serving young people in this city with energy and pride for two decades. The Centre was thoughtfully envisioned by City council in 1997 to 'Create a safe, accepting and empowering community where all youth can interact and access a variety of activities they need and enjoy.'

Waste Management

Please follow the links for information on residential garbage and recycling, including the pickup schedule for Nelson.

Utilities / Services

Find information about the utility services available through the city.