Community participation in making a healthy and thriving community.

Nelson at its Best is a network of organizations & individuals that exists to help make Nelson BC a healthy community by providing & promoting a view of community planning & development through the lens of well-being & quality of life for all citizens.

Our Work

Learn about the vision, mission & goals that guide our work in the community.

Our Partners

Nelson at its Best is a multi sector community initiative. We value our community partnership.

Our Projects

Find out about what we’re working on
right now in Nelson, BC.

Latest News

Living Wage for Nelson, 2024

The 2024 Living Wage BC report shows that the living wage in Nelson has increased compared to 2023, driven mainly by higher rent (7.9%) and food costs (3.4%). Despite some cost reductions, essential expenses continue to rise, making the living wage significantly higher than the minimum wage. Government measures have not kept pace with these increases. The living wage is calculated for two parents working full-time to support a family of four, excluding debt repayment, savings, or caregiving costs.

Nelson Tax Help Clinic Helps Over 100 People File Their Taxes for Free!

Discover how the Nelson Tax Help Clinic empowered over 100 low-income earners during the 2024 tax season with free, efficient tax filing services. Learn about the significant economic impact and access our guide for replicating this successful poverty reduction strategy in your community.

Living Wage for BC Families, 2023

The 2023 Living Wage for Families BC report is out and, not surprisingly, the Living Wage in Nelson (and everywhere else in the survey) is higher than 2022. The biggest increases in Nelson are rent...