Provincial funding for active transportation alternatives frozen for over a year – Colin Stein, executive director of the BC Cycling Coalition.
Nelson Green Home and Energy Show coming up April 15 – Emily Mask, Nelson’s Climate and Energy strategist.
Inter-modal options for travelling and tourism in the Kootenays – Brad Parsell, executive director of Kootenay Rockies Tourism.
Co-host Solita Work is back for the monthly show on transportation topics.
The provincial budget details on transportation are not out yet, but Colin Stein from the BC Cycling Coalition tells us money for most cycling and active transportation has been frozen for over a year.
Nelson’s Green Home and Energy show is back from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on Wednesday, April 15 at the Nelson Prestige hotel. Emily Mask, the City’s Climate and Energy strategist tells us about the displays and presentations at the big event. She also has an update on the Nelson E-bike loan program which is rolling along and more on bike lanes in the City.
Brad Parsell of Kootenay Rockies Tourism talks about planning for inter-modal transportation and rural connectivity. Coming to visit a pristine natural paradise in your fossil-fuelled vehicle? Maybe there’s a better way.
LISTEN OR DOWNLOAD THE ECOCENTRIC HERE
The full April 7, 2026 Broadcast:
Colin Stein, executive director of the BC Cycling Coalition talks about provincial funding for active transportation changes.
City of Nelson Climate and Energy Strategist Emily Mask on Nelson Green Home and Energy Show, E-bikes and Bike lanes:
Brad Parsell, executive director of Kootenay–Rockies Tourism talks about intermodal transportation options for the region:
LINKS MENTIONNED:
BC Cycling Coalition
West Kootenay Home Save Program and the Green Home and Energy Show
https://nelson.ca/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/1009
https://nelson.ca/3111/HomeSave-Central-Kootenays
Kootenay–Rockies Tourism
COMING LOCAL EVENTS:
There are lots of environmental events coming up in the Kootenays just about every day in April April and the handy calendar on EarthDaysNelson.ca is quick guide to so many great opportunities for films, talks, hikes, bikes, art and so much more.
Tuesday, April 7 5:30 – 730 pm
Green Drinks
Jam Factory Co-working Space, 303 Vernon St,
What happens when people who care about the environment, community, and creativity get together over a drink? Green Drinks is a casual meetup for good conversations and new connections. Meet interesting people, enjoy a drink, and see what sparks. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available.
Hosted by West Kootenay Climate Hub and the Jam Factory.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 11 am to Noon
Registration starts 9:30 am
The Great Kokanee Escape
Lakeside Park in Nelson
Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society
Aligned with the emergence of Kokanee Fry in the spring, The Great Kokanee Escape is a family-friendly 2 km, 4 km or 6 km run/walk that brings the community together to learn about and support shore-spawning Kokanee salmon in Kootenay Lake. Participants move through fun, interactive “challenge stations” that mirror the real obstacles Kokanee fry face after hatching — from fluctuating lake levels to predators and climate stressors.
Fundraise: Funds raised support FoKLSS and our local Kootenay Lake conservation, education, and shoreline stewardship initiatives.
https://www.friendsofkootenaylake.ca/events/
Tuesday, Apr 14, 2026, 4:00 pm
Nelson District Youth Centre, 608 Lake St,
West Kootenay Cycling Coalition AGM and butterfly wing workshop
Participants will make their own butterfly wings for the ‘Procession of the Species’ bicycle parade. The workshop is free, with all materials provided, just bring your bike! Attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to help shape active transportation advocacy in Nelson and the West Kootenays.
More details and registration on the West Kootenay Cycling Coalition website.
https://westkootenaycycling.ca/
Wednesday, April 15 6-9 pm
Nelson Green Home and Energy Show
Nelson Prestige Resort
Trade booths, educational talks, demonstrations, just about everything you could want to know about reducing the climate impact of your home and saving money in the Kootenays.
Longest running Enviro News show on the Radio! 