The Advocacy Centre has been providing free, confidential legal information, education and problem solving for residents of the West Kootenays for over 30 years. One of the first of its kind, it also provides Community Based Victim Services to people who have experienced relationship and sexual violence. Program Manager, Amy Taylor and her team have [...]
The Nelson CARES Society Board of Directors are very pleased to announce that Sarah Magee has joined the Team as the new Executive Director. Sarah brings over 15 years of experience in government, non-profit management, and community advocacy. Ron Little, Board Chair said “The first step of our search for an ED was to meet [...]
The Family Law Advocate provides a range of legal assistance to individuals in Nelson and surrounding areas. Matters covered include: guardianship, parenting time, parenting responsibilities, child support, spousal support, divorce, protection orders, BC Family Maintenance Agency, mobility/relocation, property and debt division (limited) and child protection (limited). Job Posting #2_2025_AC Classification: Permanent Full-Time Hours: May 20-June 13: [...]
NCOH is providing ongoing information regarding Services in Nelson for those in need. Please click on the link for the current State of Services in Nelson: Spring 2025 State of Services
The goal of the Kootenay Seniors Home Support Program is to provide non-medical supports that enable seniors to remain in their own homes for as long as possible. The Home Support Worker provides light housekeeping duties, laundry, for seniors in the Nelson area. The Home Support Worker is able to work on their own and [...]
Press Release - for immediate release Jan 31st, 2025 On Saturday, Feb 22nd, Nelson CARES Society’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising event will be taking place with hundreds of walkers hitting the chilly, dark streets of Nelson and over 100 volunteers keeping them safe, on track, fed and cheered on. The [...]
Please join us for an open house to discuss the proposed Front Street development If you are interested in the open house, and would like a information pamphlet, click here.
On Saturday, Feb 22nd, Nelson CARES Society’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising event will be taking place with hundreds of walkers hitting the chilly, dark streets of Nelson and over 100 volunteers keeping them safe, on track, fed and cheered on. Because of the fast-paced nature of the event, there is a huge [...]
