Notice to Nelson Hydro Customers on Hydro Rates for 2020

Nelson Hydro is pleased to advise our customers that there will be no general rate increase for 2020.

Revenues in 2019 were stronger than expected. With no general rate change, the 2020 revenues are forecasted to be sufficient to fund the 2020 operating bu...

Laneway House Design Competition - People's Choice Awards are Open

February 6, 2020

City Announces Laneway House Design Competition Results and Invites Residents to Vote For the “People’s Choice” Award

 Nelson, BC – The City of Nelson is proud to announce the results of the ...

Council Highlights for January 2020

January 2020 - Council Highlights

2020 Art Rental Program - Application Period Open

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Planned Power Outage - High Street Area on February 4, 2020

PLANNED POWER OUTAGE

There will be a planned hydro outage on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, between 9:00am and Noon for the High Street area. (see map)

Nelson Hydro will be replacing a conductor, and due to the nature of this work, a planned hydro outage is req...

Osprey nest relocation planned for Harrop ferry crossing

January 28, 2020

Nelson Hydro is planning to relocate two osprey nests located on either side of the Harrop ferry crossing. Both nests will be transferred onto new nest platforms erected on Nelson Hydro wooden poles, located close to the existing poles wit...

Planned Power Outage in the Bealby Point Area on January 28, 2020

PLANNED POWER OUTAGE

There will be a planned hydro outage on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, between 9:00am and Noon for the Bealby Point area. (See map)

Nelson Hydro will be replacing a conductor and due to the nature of this work, a planned hydro outage is req...

City of Nelson Launches a Citizen Survey on Climate Change

January 17, 2020

City of Nelson Launches a Citizen Survey on Climate Change 

Nelson, BC— The City of Nelson is looking to better understand the diverse knowledge, values, and behaviors of its residents, to support the development of a Cli...

Nelson Public Library is turning 100 Years Old!

Nelson Public Library Turns 100!

Photo Illustration: Douglas Jones

Public Works Newsletter - January 2020

January 2020 - Public Works Newsletter

SURVEY - Seeking Feedback on a Zoning Amendment Application

We’re Seeking Your Feedback on a Zoning Amendment Application

January 9, 2020

The City of Nelson has received an application to increase the maximum density (number of residential units permitted) in the C2 zone, which applies to 26 commercial pro...

City Newsletter - November 2019

City of Nelson - November 2019 Fire Rescue Services Newsletter

Successful Seniors Energy Efficiency Program in Nelson extending into 2020

Seniors take the chill out of winter with home energy upgrades

Over 100 seniors have signed up to have free energy efficiency installations completed 

November 13, 2019 

Nelson, BC - Over 100 seniors living in and around N...

Council Highlights - October 2019

City of Nelson Council Highlights - October 2019

City Newsletter - October 2019

Nelson Hydro - City Newsletter October 2019

Council Highlights for September 2019

September 2019 Council Highlights

City Moves to Normal Water Regulations

Council Highlights

Council Highlights - January 7, 2019

Council Highlights

Council Highlights - December 3, 2018

Residential Bear Resistant Garbage Bins Available for Purchase!

BEAR RESISTANT GARBAGE BINS FOR SALE!

The City of Nelson is pleased to offer bear resistant garbage bins for purchase. There are 100 bins available, on a first come, first served basis. Each bin costs $205.

Check out the video of one of the Toter Bear Resi...

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

On January 8, 2018, Council approved updates to the Water Master Plan and the 2018 Water/Sewer Rates. Click here for the full media release.

Sample of corroded galvanized pipe removed throughout Nelson.

City of Nelson Newsletter - December 2017

Click here for the December 2017 City of Nelson Newsletter.

2018 Volunteer Opportunities with the City of Nelson

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON2018 VOLUNTEER POSITION VACANCIES

December 12, 2017

The deadline to submit applications to serve on a City Board, Committee or Commission is 4:30 pm on Friday, December 29, 2017.

Remember you can submit your applications ...

Water Meter Installation Program continues for Industrial, Commercial and Institutional

The City of Nelson is initiating the final phase of the Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI) water meter installation program. A water meter is required in every (ICI) business serviced by the water utility, as it accurately measures your water con...

Notice to Public: Sanitary Utility Project Update along Lakeside Drive by Airport

Sanitary Utility Project Update – Lakeside Drive at Airport Lift Station – Grit Chamber Construction

May 16, 2019

A construction zone has been delineated along Lakeside Drive adjacent the Real Canadian Wholesale Club to accommodate works on the City sanitar...

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

Click here to read the latest update on the Hall Street Project for the week of November 27th, 2017.

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

Click here to read the latest update on the Hall Street Project for the week of November 20th, 2017.

Placing Pipe during Phase II construction.

Police Foundation Gala - February 29

Saturday February 29, 2020 5:30 PM (doors open); 6:30 (dinner)

Selkirk College, Mary Hall in Nelson 

Tickets are $65 which includes a $30 tax donation receipt and are available from any Foundation Director, in person at NPD or email: administration...

Restorative Justice Program

The Nelson Police Restorative Justice Program would like to thank the Nelson & District Credit Union for their $1500 grant in support of our Restorative Justice program.

Winners of the Laneway House Design Competition Announced!

The three winners have been announced and Nelson residents are now invited to vote for the People’s Choice designation. More information, including the winning plans, can be found at www.nelson.ca/designcompetition

First Round Closed - 29 Entries

Thank you to all who entered; there are 29 submissions in total. The Design Review Panel will work hard this month and a decision on who to invite to Round 2 is expected at the beginning of October. Until then!