Locally Made

From basics to boutique businesses across the region have that unique Kootenay-style flair. At the bottom of the page view our local shopping experiences or visit our map and listings page!

FINDING AWESOME

There's no shortage of things to do in our region, but supporting local has a special place in our hearts. You can find everything you could need on our streetS, from retail stores, to boutique shops and of course bustling markets and more.

SHOP LOCAL

Our region is lucky to have a thriving artisan scene, bursting with creativity and open studios for you to visit. Find that extra special memento of your trip, a git or something for yourself - you're sure to find something truly unique. 

You can find everything from handmade ceramics, fine jewelry to sustainably made clothes, and even brooms (as seen in the Harry Potter films!) Stop by Craft Connection in Nelson for an ever revolving showcase of the great artists of our area. 

 Find out about our artisans        

ARTISANS AT WORK

We are lucky to have three of our local artisans featured in the globally recognized ÉCONOMUSÉE Artisans at Work program. You can visit the Nelson studios of Lillie and Cohoe, a 30 year old hat making studio, Earth Community Studios and the iconic Kootenay Bakery Cafe Cooperative

LET'S GO SHOPPING

Here are a few quick links to help with your shopping:    

   LOCAL MAKERS  BOUTIQUE SHOPS  LOCAL MARKETS  KOOTENAY MARKETPLACE

Thank you for buying local and making our communities a success!

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purple banner with incense display

Between Heaven and Earth

Incense and solid perfume made in Kaslo, BC.

, Kaslo, BC

BioBio Guest House and Suite

BioBio Guest House and Suite

Country setting, quiet and on a organic farm.

3459 Blewett Road, Nelson, BC

Capitol Theatre lit up at night in Nelson, BC

Capitol Theatre

Nelson's premiere performing arts venue.

421 Victoria Street, Nelson, BC

Chez Chasch Pottery

752A Lewis Road, Nelson, BC

Civic Theatre

Nelson's beloved movie theatre, community operated. 

719 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC

Columbia Basin Culture Tour

Self-directed culture tour annually in August.

Highway 3A, Crawford Bay, BC

Cool Waters RV Park

Cool Waters RV Park

Full service sites, washroom and shower facilities.

3320 Highway 6, Nelson, BC

Craft Connection

Craft Connection

Over 100 consignee artists. Artisan products and art gallery.

378 Baker Street, Nelson, BC

Crawford Bay RV Park with several RVs and playground in view

Crawford Bay RV Park

Full-service RV Park and campground.

Highway 3A, Crawford Bay, BC

Dog Patch Pottery

16072 BC-3A, Crawford Bay, BC

Earth Temple Gardens

Earth Temple Gardens is an organic farm located at the North end of Kootenay Lake with active garden sites in the communities of Argenta, Johnson’s Landing and Meadow Creek.

, Argenta, BC

Kootenay Lake from East Shore.

East Shore Art & Wellness

16898 BC-3A, Kootenay Bay, BC

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