Experts and community members speak out on need for dry housing in Nanaimo
Former Newcastle Place supportive housing resident says dry housing is needed for some people in recovery.
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Q&A with Lauren Semple on Nanaimo Pride and local activism
Nanaimo Pride marks 10 years of parades and 30 years of Pride.
The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab exhibit aims to educate
How a 19th century land grant continues to impact First Nations on Vancouver Island.
Your 2026 Pride guide for central Vancouver Island
Check out local Pride events, plus resources and organizations for 2SLGBTQQIA+ and allies.
Nanaimo’s drag scene ‘is life saving’
“Drag shows and Pride are such a bastion of hope, community, solidarity and joy.’
What to expect on Vancouver Island this wildfire season
What meteorologists are saying to expect and how Nanaimo-area fire departments are preparing for the summer wildfire season.
What is the city doing to protect Nanaimo’s water supply?
From concrete pipes that can catastrophically fail to holes in the South Fork dam that could empty the reservoir within days, here’s how the City of Nanaimo is working to reduce the risk to residents.
Nanaimo Foodshare gears up for growing season
Education programs for young and old on the farm at Five Acres Community Park contributes to local food security as grocery prices rise.
Sunk City festival digs into Nanaimo’s underground music scene
Sound Heritage owner wants to create an outdoor community events space behind his store.
Second Nanaimo Infusion attracts hundreds of health-care workers
Nanaimo hospital ER now boasts a cohort of American nurses, and more want to join them.
Q&A with Lauren Semple on Nanaimo Pride and local activism
Nanaimo Pride marks 10 years of parades and 30 years of Pride.
The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab exhibit aims to educate
How a 19th century land grant continues to impact First Nations on Vancouver Island.
Your 2026 Pride guide for central Vancouver Island
Check out local Pride events, plus resources and organizations for 2SLGBTQQIA+ and allies.
Nanaimo’s drag scene ‘is life saving’
“Drag shows and Pride are such a bastion of hope, community, solidarity and joy.’
What to expect on Vancouver Island this wildfire season
What meteorologists are saying to expect and how Nanaimo-area fire departments are preparing for the summer wildfire season.
What is the city doing to protect Nanaimo’s water supply?
From concrete pipes that can catastrophically fail to holes in the South Fork dam that could empty the reservoir within days, here’s how the City of Nanaimo is working to reduce the risk to residents.
Nanaimo Foodshare gears up for growing season
Education programs for young and old on the farm at Five Acres Community Park contributes to local food security as grocery prices rise.
Sunk City festival digs into Nanaimo’s underground music scene
Sound Heritage owner wants to create an outdoor community events space behind his store.
Second Nanaimo Infusion attracts hundreds of health-care workers
Nanaimo hospital ER now boasts a cohort of American nurses, and more want to join them.