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Nelson and Area, with a population of 16,700 is the most enchanting and extraordinary city in British Columbia. This mountain paradise tucked into the lush Selkirk Mountains and situated on Kootenay Lake is the number one small arts community in Canada and one of the top recreation destinations in the province.

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Opportunity:

one of the highest business licenses per capita in BC
vibrant and diverse business community
numerous business networking and support services
growth sectors include construction, technology, manufacturing, tourism, arts and culture, education, health and wellness, and recreation
a highly educated and skilled workforce
proximity to markets on the west coast, Alberta and the USA.

Lifestyle:

all season recreation destination including mountain biking, hiking, canoeing, sailing, back country skiing
18 hole golf course, full service community recreation centre, skating and curling rinks, community theatre and Whitewater Winter Resort
charm and stunning scenery amidst over 350 designated Heritage buildings and 50 specialty shops and boutiques
live entertainment venues combined with more than 30 fine restaurants creating big city nightlife and dining in a small mountain-town setting

Contact Information:

The City of Nelson
City Hall, Suite 101, 310 Ward Street,
Nelson BC V1L 2S4
Ph. (250) 352-5511 • Fax: (250) 352-2131
www.city.nelson.bc.ca

Nelson and District Economic Development Partnership
225 Hall Street
Nelson BC V1L 5X4
Ph: (250) 352-3433 • Fax: (250) 352-6355
www.discovernelson.com

Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce
225 Hall Street
Nelson BC V1L 5X4
Ph: (250) 352-3433 • Fax: (250) 352-6355
www.discovernelson.com

Community Futures Central Kootenay
201 - 514 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC V1L 4E7
Phone: 250-352-1933
Fax: 250-352-5926
www.futures.bc.ca

We invite you to come and discover the advantages of doing business in Nelson BC – where opportunity meets lifestyle.