Revamping Harewood neighbourhood coming together after decades of hard work
NANAIMO — A vital piece is being placed in the complex puzzle of revamping the Harewood neighbourhood.
The renovation and re-imaging of Sanala, formerly known as King Arthur Court, continued Wednesday, July 19 with a family BBQ and info session from Vancouver Island University about how accessible going to university can be.
Nanaimo Aboriginal Centre executive director Chris Beaton, who’s spearheading the renovation, said there’s been tremendous community support of the project, especially about the Harewood Neighbourhood House. It’s a space designed for community groups to spend a day helping residents and those in the area.
“I think part of our challenge is actually just keeping up with the offers of support from other community groups or service organizations,” Beaton said. “There’s lots of interest in the project we’re doing in Harewood and no shortage of help.”