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Perks of Purchasing Hard copy Tickets to Mental Health Gala
An exciting event filled with art, music, and community spirit is coming to Nanaimo. The Foundation for Artistic Expression's upcoming IGNITE2024 NatureNurture Mental Health Gala is aimed at supporting the vulnerable and at-risk youth of Nanaimo. The gala is set to take place on Sept. 14, 2024. One of the gala's key pa...
Mar 20, 2024
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Personalized Swimming Lessons Make a Splash in Nanaimo
For parents seeking hassle-free swimming lessons with flexibility, availability, and guaranteed results, AquaSTAR is making waves in Nanaimo. Originating from Vancouver, this program, now led by Nanaimo-native Tristan Tolley, brings personalized swimming instruction to all ages and skill levels. Tolley noted that being...
Mar 19, 2024
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Uniting Nanaimo for Youth Mental Health
Save the date for September 14, 2024, for IGNITE2024 - NatureNurture, as the Vancouver Island Conference Centre transforms into an artistic experience of charitable activity as we aim to raise $100,000 for vulnerable and at-risk youth in Nanaimo. Prepare for an evening of extraordinary performances featuring a diverse ...
Feb 15, 2024
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Foundation for Artistic Expression
Foundation for Artistic Expression, a Canadian non-profit organization committed to uniting all communities, through artistic expression, to provide accessible and available resources for mental health. By providing a platform that creates spaces for everyone to belong and contribute on their own terms, the organizatio...
Jan 08, 2024
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You Deserve the Right Tools
There is much to be proud of when reflecting on the work done over the first year of Vancouver Island's Tailgate Toolkit Harm Reduction Project. The project, a first of its kind in British Columbia, was created in response to the disproportionate number of men in construction, trades and forestry and transportation dyi...
Sep 19, 2023
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BC SPCA'S Pet Corner

Add some dog love to your home with Timmy
NANAIMO - Meet Timmy! Also known as Tim or Timothy, Timmy's favourite name is when you call him handsome.This fun-loving, three-year-old Labrador Retriever/German Shepherd mix is an energetic dog with lots of love to give.He's a master at fetch, but still very god reactive, and would need to be in an adult-only patient...
Feb 12, 2024
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Catnip-loving Milo eager to become your new best friend
NANAIMO - Milo might be six years old, but you'd never know it by how much kitty energy he brings to every situation.Milo is sweet as pie and incredibly friendly to whoever brings him treats and pets.Any home would be lucky to have Milo in it! You can submit an application online and book an appointment if it's a match...
Feb 06, 2024
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Former stray Sapphire is ready to brighten up your life
NANAIMO - Meet Sapphire, a former street cat who's ready for an indoor life.Sapphire came to the Nanaimo SPCA with several deep wounds on her back, likely from being grabbed by another animal.She spent some time in foster care and recently got spayed, with the vet giving her a clean bill of health, which means she's re...
Jan 29, 2024
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E is for Elmo, the latest cat up for adoption at the Nanaimo SPCA
NANAIMO - Say hello, to big boy Elmo!Elmo is a three-year-old domestic short-hair cat looking for a place to call home.Elmo can be a little shy at first, but it doesn't take long for him to warm up to you.Elmo would do best in a home preferably with another cat to keep him company. You can submit an application online ...
Jan 22, 2024
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Donut family of adorable puppies eager to fill your home with puppy love
NANAIMO - Puppy day is always a good day at the Nanaimo SPCA.Four sibling Husky mix puppies are currently up for adoption, and all with donut-themed names to match their sweet personalities.Timbit, Sprinkles, Chocolate Dip and Apple Fritter are all about three months old, and are all full of puppy energy and love.All f...
Jan 15, 2024
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Lovely Leo looking to purr his way into your heart
NANAIMO - Say hello, to Leo!Leo is a two-year-old domestic short-har cat looking for his forever home.This sweet little guy warms up to humans fast and is always giving out head bumps and gentle purrs when he's around his people.Leo is still waiting for his neutering appointment, but this adorable little guy won't be a...
Jan 08, 2024
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5 Things Friday

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5 Facts About the Vancouver Island Crisis Society
NANAIMO - The Vancouver Island Crisis Society (VICS) is an Island Health contracted service providing 24/7 Vancouver Island Crisis Line Support. The Crisis Society also provides a variety of community support services to accommodate Vancouver Island's growing population and growing need for crisis support, suicide bere...
Nov 10, 2020
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The need is critical: 5 Reasons why we need a new ICU at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has been providing exemplary care to patients with severe, life-threatening illnesses and injuries in the current Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 50 years. When you need this level of care, it is critical the ICU has the latest medical equipment and a state-of-the-art space to acc...
May 12, 2020
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5 Things to Look For in Child Care
5 Things to Look For in A Group Child Care Facility
NANAIMO - When choosing a daycare or early education facility, there are some basic things you should know and insist upon. We've laid out the top 5 things to look for in a daycare to help you make this important decision. 1. Reliability and Flexibility There's nothing worse than having to fit in last minute arrangemen...
Dec 12, 2019
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5 Reasons To Shop Secondhand
5 Reasons To Shop Secondhand
NANAIMO - One and done? Not in today's world. Thanks to DIY blogs, Pinterest, and the creative spirit of passionate crafters and artisans across the Island, prolonging the life of an item by purchasing it second hand, or re-purposing that item entirely for an art or craft project is easier than ever, and it's better fo...
Dec 10, 2019
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