Why the City of Nanaimo wants to include Snuneymuxw reserve lands in its boundary
New boundaries will allow people living on the reserves to vote in city elections this fall.
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The Hub Nanaimo: Events for Feb. 19 to 25, 2026
Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from Feb. 19 to 25, 2026.
How Nanaimo schools prepare for emergencies
‘Being safe at schools has a lot to do with knowing your neighbours and supporting them,’ says local parent.
Nanaimo march calls for justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people
No More Stolen Sisters Memorial March to take place Friday, Feb. 13 in downtown Nanaimo.
The Hub Nanaimo: Events for Feb. 5 to 12, 2026
Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from Feb. 5 to 12, 2026.
Black History Month events in Nanaimo 2026
Black History Month events in Nanaimo, B.C. for February 2026.
Regional District of Nanaimo developing policy on full-time living in recreational vehicles
District staff will also create a rural housing strategy.
Art exhibition shines a light on Nanaimo’s Chinatowns
Bleached by the Sun on display at the Nanaimo Art Gallery until March 22.
Events in Nanaimo for Jan. 22 to 28, 2026
Music from Star Wars, Star Trek and The Planets to collide at The Port Theatre.
Community Safety Officer program in Nanaimo an alternative to police
Community Safety Officers are helping respond to Nanaimo’s homelessness crisis, but councillors and experts say more supports are needed.
The Hub Nanaimo: Events for Feb. 19 to 25, 2026
Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from Feb. 19 to 25, 2026.
How Nanaimo schools prepare for emergencies
‘Being safe at schools has a lot to do with knowing your neighbours and supporting them,’ says local parent.
Nanaimo march calls for justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people
No More Stolen Sisters Memorial March to take place Friday, Feb. 13 in downtown Nanaimo.
The Hub Nanaimo: Events for Feb. 5 to 12, 2026
Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from Feb. 5 to 12, 2026.
Black History Month events in Nanaimo 2026
Black History Month events in Nanaimo, B.C. for February 2026.
Regional District of Nanaimo developing policy on full-time living in recreational vehicles
District staff will also create a rural housing strategy.
Art exhibition shines a light on Nanaimo’s Chinatowns
Bleached by the Sun on display at the Nanaimo Art Gallery until March 22.
Events in Nanaimo for Jan. 22 to 28, 2026
Music from Star Wars, Star Trek and The Planets to collide at The Port Theatre.
Community Safety Officer program in Nanaimo an alternative to police
Community Safety Officers are helping respond to Nanaimo’s homelessness crisis, but councillors and experts say more supports are needed.