Canadian Navigable Waters Act: Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) hereby gives notice that a submission has been added to the Common Project Search online registry pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act described herein and its description. Pursuant to paragraph 4.1 and 9.1 of said Act, British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority has deposited with the […]
West Kootenay TEETH Clinic re-opens two years after arson burned out clinic
Two years is a long time to wait. So when an arson fire at the West Kootenay TEETH Clinic on Feb. 22, 2022 totally destroyed the facility, all of its equipment and supplies — at an approximate cost of $500,000 — it took almost two years for the community dental clinic to be revived. Located […]
Nelson Police request public assistance in identifying break and enter suspects
Nelson Police is requesting public assistance in identifying a suspect(s) responsible for a break and enter to a commercial business located in the 600 block of Highway 3A during the early morning hours of (Tuesday) February 20, 2024. Nelson Police said anyone wishing to assist can see images of the suspect(s) (see below) on the […]
Illicit drug toxicity death rate rises in city, across the province
The illicit drug toxicity death rate in Nelson continues to rise, jumping from a high of 11 in 2022 to 16 last year, according to figures recently released by the B.C. Coroner Service. That translates into a data rate per 100,000 person-years in Nelson from 40 in 2022 to a 57 in 2023 — 19th […]
City of Castlegar Council Highlights - January & February 2024
February 20, 2024 Presentations Kathy Murray, on behalf of WildSafeBC, provided a presentation on how to prevent conflicts with wildlife, including rats. Rat populations are increasing across British Columbia, spread can be discouraged by managing attractants, removing cover and shelter, and by removing present rats responsibly. For more information on managing wildlife interactions, including rats, […]
City population surges back up after downward dip
A downward trend in population growth has been reversed for the Heritage city as Nelson recorded its first increase in two years. For 2023, Statistics Canada reported in February 2024 that Nelson saw a 1.3 per cent increase in population — from 11,562 to 11,716 — after reporting a decrease in residents from 2021-2022 (0.8 […]
Column: Thoughts on science and spirituality
“There are two paths that you can go by, but in the long run – There’s still time to change the road you’re on.” – Led Zeppelin, Stairway to Heaven “Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind.” — Albert Einstein Paths to knowledge Until the seventeenth century in Europe, our human species […]
JA Company Program Spring Break Camp 2024, hosted by KAST
KAST (Kootenay Association for Science and Technology) and JA British Columbia are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Spring Break Start-Up Camp. This free event is set to take place from March 18-22, offering an immersive experience designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills required to create their own start-up ventures and […]
Second arrest made in connection with motel explosion in Trail
Beginning on Feb. 10, 2024, Trail and Greater District RCMP began a search for 33-year-old Ryan Harp of Grand Forks, BC, in an alleged connection to an explosion on Feb. 10, 2024, at a motel in Trail. Trail RCMP received assistance from the Southeast District Emergency Response Team and Southeast District General Investigation Section to […]
Columbia Basin Trust adds trio to Board of Directors
Three new members are joining the Board of Directors of Columbia Basin Trust, becoming part of the 12-member Board which helps ensure that the organization continues to support the efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin. The new members are Angus Graeme from Nelson, Karen Hamling from Nakusp and Christine Hoechsmann from Cranbrook. Departing […]
