About Us
Together, we’re building a sustainable, vibrant, and resilient economy for Nelson and the surrounding area—one that works for all community members and businesses.
Our partnership is made up of the City of Nelson, Regional District of Central Kootenay Areas E & F, Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce, and Community Futures Central Kootenay. We work together to identify and act on community economic development opportunities for our community.
With an advisory committee of community and business leaders and a coordinating committee focused on action, we ensure our work aligns with what matters most to our region.
Whether it’s addressing local economic challenges, supporting businesses, or advocating for policies that benefit us all, we are committed to creating a thriving economy—rooted in collaboration and focused on community well-being.
Our Service Area
Greater Nelson Economic Development serves the City of Nelson, and Regional District of Central Kootenay Areas E and F
Our Service Area
Greater Nelson Economic Development serves the City of Nelson, and Regional District of Central Kootenay Areas E and F
Our Strategic Priorities
Our Partners
Greater Nelson Economic Development Advisory Committee. Left to right: Tom Thomson, Alison MacDonald, Rob Little, Andrea Wilkey, Kevin Cormack, Paul Cowan, Kate Tait, Keith Page, Sydney Black, and Janice Morrison. Missing: Am Naqvi (Chair), Ashley Elliott, David Harasym, Ben Hall, Devin Scott, Maggie Keczan, Cheryl Graham, Tom Newell, Stuart Horn, Bob Wright, Ken Kalesnikoff, and Nate Kube.
Our Advisory Committee Members
Greater Nelson Economic Development is a collaborative initiative that brings together a diverse group of community and business leaders to drive economic growth and resilience in our region. Our Advisory Committee includes representatives from the City of Nelson, the Regional District of Central Kootenay Areas E and F, the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce, Community Futures Central Kootenay, and representatives from retail, technology, tourism, forestry, arts & culture, manufacturing, cannabis, food & beverage, sports & recreation, non-profit, and education. This broad representation ensures that our strategies are informed by a range of perspectives, enabling us to address local economic challenges effectively and support businesses in a way that benefits the entire community.
Land Acknowledgement
We gratefully acknowledge that the City of Nelson and the surrounding rural areas are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Sinixt, Syilx, and Ktunaxa peoples. We recognize their enduring connection to the lands, waters, animals, and plants of this region, and we honour their knowledge, culture, and stewardship. As we move forward, we commit to working together toward reconciliation and shared prosperity in our community.
