Scout leader fears end of Historic Scout hut after fire damage and theft

For almost 100 years, the 1st Nanaimo Scouts Hut has been the meeting place for Scouts to develop skills, make new friends and contribute to the community. Now after a fire and break-in, the future of the historical hut is uncertain.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 30, 2024

Mid Island Elder College celebrates its first full semester

When the VIU ElderCollege came to an end in 2023, members of the community came together to not lose the opportunities to continue offering lifelong learning experiences.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 25, 2024Nanaimo, VIU, Elder College, Mid Island Elder College

City of Nanaimo looks at expanding free downtown parking

The City of Nanaimo will be looking at options to expand its temporary free parking initiative during construction on Commercial Street.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 24, 2024Nanaimo, City of Nanaimo, Commercial Street, Parking

Vancouver Island Symphony opens pearl anniversary season

The Vancouver Island Symphony is celebrating its 30th anniversary season by highlighting the history and future of the symphony.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 18, 2024Nanaimo, Vancouver Island Symphony, Music

ADHD advocacy event celebrates the “spice” of diagnosis in Nanaimo

October is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Acceptance Month and several groups in Nanaimo are putting on an event to highlight that ADHD is more than just a disorder.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 17, 2024ADHD, ADHD Advocacy Society of BC

Eby and Rustad make healthcare promises days before Election Day

On October 16, Nanaimo was on the campaign trail, for both BC NDP party leader David Eby and Conservative Party of BC leader John Rustad with both holding pressers leading up to Election Day this Saturday.

Lauryn MackenzieOctober 17, 2024

Nanaimo-Gabriola Island Candidates present their case to students and young voters at VIUSU All Candidate Forum

Part two of a two-part report on the VIUSU All Candidates Forum

Nanaimo-Lantzville candidates speak on student-centred questions at VIUSU All Candidate Forum

Part one of a two-part report on the VIUSU All Candidates Forum

Nanaimo International Film Screening Society launches new film series

The Nanaimo International Film Screening Society is launching a new film series to connect Nanaimo to a global film community.

Vancouver Island University’s Students' Union hosts All Candidates Forum encouraging young voters to get out and vote

With Election Day weeks ahead, the Vancouver Island University Students’ Union is encouraging students to get out and vote.

Seniors in Nanaimo rally for climate action

Seniors stood outside the provincial constituency office for Nanaimo on October 1st bringing attention to climate change hoping to make the earth a better place for future generations.

Provincial election kicks off in Nanaimo

The writ has been dropped marking the start of the 43rd provincial election in British Columbia, with candidates in Nanaimo’s two ridings kicking off their campaigns.

VIU’s student press announces the return of its print magazine

After almost five years fully online, Vancouver Island University’s school student press, The Navigator, has announced its return to print.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 26, 2024Nanaimo, Vancouver Island University, VIU, The Navigator

Groups take over parking spaces in downtown Nanaimo to showcase a no vehicle future

Commercial Street brieftly got a new look on Friday as Strong Towns Nanaimo and students from Vancouver Island University, took over serval parking spaces for Park(ing) Day.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 20, 2024Nanaimo, Strong Towns, Parking

School PAC encouraging more students to ride to school and road safety

Fall GoByBike week is kicking off from September 23 until October 6 across the province and in Nanaimo. With the weather and this event encouraging more students to ride bicycles to school, École Quarterway Elementary School’s PAC is reminding drivers and cyclists to focus on road safety.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 20, 2024Nanaimo, GoByBike, Nanaimo Ladysmith Public School

Local artist hosts community mural project to connect and reflect

As an ambassador for BC Culture Days, a local artist is hosting a community mural event in the hope of bringing community members from all walks of life together.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 19, 2024Nanaimo, Art, Bc Culture Days

Local gleaning group looking to help pick fruits and vegetables to lower food waste

Last year over 3,000 pounds of produce were saved in Nanaimo from ending up in landfills because of a local group of gleaners.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 12, 2024Nanaimo, Nanaimo Food Share, Nananimo Community Gardens Society, Food waste, Bears

Snuneymuxw First Nation to purchase second casino on Vancouver Island

After purchasing Casino Nanaimo, the Snuneymuxw First Nation is celebrating the purchase of another casino on Vancouver Island.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 11, 2024Nanaimo, Snuneymuxw, Snuneymuxw First Nation

Parksville’s Nicholas Bennett wins double gold at Paralympics

After breaking a world record at the Paralympic Games trials in Para swimming, Parksville’s Nicholas Bennett has finished his second Paralympics with two golds and one silver.

Lauryn MackenzieSeptember 9, 2024Parksville, Nicholas Bennett, Paralympics