Summary
As climate impacts like drought, wildfires, floods, and landslides ravage food producing areas like California and the Fraser Valley, the need for strong, sustainable local food systems becomes increasingly important. EcoSociety’s Nelson Farmers’ markets contribute to our vibrant local economy while investing in the resiliency of our communities.
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Looking back on 2019
I think 2019 was our busiest year ever at the EcoSociety. Here's a look back at what we accomplished together with our staff, volunteers, members,…
Volunteers made us Trail’s Business of the Year
Okay, we didn’t see that coming! We blogged about being honoured to be nominated for Business of the Year at the Trail Chamber of Commerce Business…
Raise a glass with NBC for EcoSociety’s 25th anniversary
Something’s been brewing in the woods, and it’s Nelson Brewing Company’s celebratory Spruce 'N' It Up -- a special batch of spruce tip ale beer to…
Optimism and the future of food sustainability in the Kootenays.
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Basin Food Summit in Rossland, BC. Being my first year as Markets Coordinator for the EcoSociety, it…
Be a Voter this October
It's election time and the big election day is October 21! It's that time when you vote for the candidate in your riding to become your Member of…
Oso Negro brews special September blend for EcoSociety’s 25th anniversary
This month is your opportunity to combine two wonderful things - drinking delicious coffee and supporting the EcoSociety! The lovely people at Oso…
Nelson’s MarketFest this Friday!
Come one, come all! Downtown Nelson will be bustling with artisans, community and great food this Friday August 23rd from 6-10 pm at MarketFest, and…
You’re invited to our grand opening of our Trail office!
You’re invited to our grand opening of our Trail office! Please join us! Wednesday, August 7, 4-6 pm 954A Eldorado Street, Trail We're excited to…
MarketFest is back this Friday!
MarketFest is back! West Kootenay EcoSociety is proud to host Nelson’s first night market of the summer this Friday, July 26! From 6 till 10 pm,…
Nelson’s Downtown Farmers’ Market opens June 12!
Nelson’s famous Downtown Farmers’ Market opens for the season tomorrow. The West Kootenay EcoSociety presents the weekly downtown market every…
Cottonwood Farmers’ Market season begins Saturday, May 18!
Nelson, BC--It’s the day we’ve all been waiting for: the Cottonwood Farmers’ Market is back! We're proud to present the first farmers’ market of the…
Nelson GardenFest May 11th, 2019
It’s gardening, it’s festive, it’s GardenFest! Spring is in the air, and that means it’s GardenFest time! The 18th annual Nelson GardenFest kicks off…
Happy Earth Day
Join the West Kootenay EcoSociety, the Interfaith Climate Action Collaborative and your friends and neightbours to celebrate Earth Day. This year’s…
Your Markets have a new face
I’m Craig Mullin and proud to be the new Market Coordinator for the West Kootenay EcoSociety. I’m truly excited to pick up where Jesse, EcoSociety’s…
Returning Vendor Applications begin April 10, 2019
Market Season is approaching and Applications for returning vendors from last year will go out on April 10th, 2019. New vendors who wish to vend at…
EcoSociety Markets Director moving on from farmers’ markets to City Council
By Jesse Woodward After 7 amazing years as the Markets and Events Director at the West Kootenay EcoSociety I will be transition out of this position…
MarketFest – August 24
MarketFest will be returning to Nelson on August 24! Let the fun begin! Downtown Baker Street will, once again, be transformed into a lively night…
MarketFest – July 27
The 2018 MarketFest celebrations will be returning for two nights this coming summer! Downtown Baker Street will, once again, be transformed into a…
2018 Downtown Local Market opening
The West Kootenay EcoSociety will reopen the 2018 Nelson Downtown Local Market on Wednesday June 13th on the newley renovated Hall St. right off of…
2018 Cottonwood Community Market Opening
Every Saturday at Cottonwood Falls Park, Cottonwood Market features live music and a friendly vibe. Over 40 vendors are at Cottonwood each Saturday…
