We are a volunteer-driven initiative in Nelson, BC, focused on reducing waste, sharing knowledge, and fostering a sense of community through the power of repair.
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Nelson District Rod & Gun Club (Maps Location)
Details: For Earth Days 2026, this special Reuse/Repair/Recycle event will have other groups attending as well as the usual group of volunteer fixers.
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Our first event of 2026! This was held at the Nelson District Rod & Gun Club.
Attendees: ~85
Items brought in: 72
Estimated total repaired item weight: 100 kg
Repair success rate: 82.2%
Our third and final event of 2025! This was held at Christie Lee's Hall in Fairview.
Attendees: ~110
Items brought in: 107
Estimated total repaired item weight: 75 kg
Repair success rate: 78.5%
This was our second event in partnership with the Nelson Public Library as part of their Digital Detox series.
Attendees: ~40
Items brought in: 37
Estimated total repaired item weight: 85 kg
Repair success rate: 86.5%
This was our first event and we excited for all the support from the community! Thank you to the Osprey and Vancouver Foundation for providing us with a Neighbourhood Small Grant to fund the event, and the Kootenay Co-op for providing snacks to our volunteers.
Attendees: ~120
Items brought in: 109
Estimated total repaired item weight: 450 kg
Repair success rate: 72.5%
