Category Archives: Nanaimo
Large search launched after person goes missing aboard Nanaimo-bound ferry
NANAIMO - A man remains missing after apparently boarding a BC Ferries vessel in Tsawwassen, but not arriving at Duke Point. Police in Nanaimo are assuming control of the investigation after the adult...
Feb 10, 2026 A large rescue operation was conducted off the northern coast of Gabriola Island early Tuesday morning, involving flares, multiple agencies and air support. (Image Credit: Difficult-Rough9914/Reddit)
Qualicum Beach budget projecting tax increases between 6.5 & 8.1 per cent
QUALICUM BEACH - Ahead of a May 15 deadline to submit a five-year financial plan, Town councillors are mulling property tax increases. Staff have outlined three potential scenarios, featuring tax incr...
Feb 10, 2026 Town councillors in Qualicum Beach are looking to lock down a property tax increase in the coming weeks, to fund infrastructure replacement and growing operational needs (Image Credit: File photo/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Nanaimo oil spiller identified, no additional sheening reported
NANAIMO - A notable oil spill flowing from a culvert into the ocean at Duke Point has been traced to the company Environmental 360 Solutions. The Maughan Rd. based firm was identified as the party res...
Feb 10, 2026 Environmental 360 Solutions, also referred to as ES360S, was determined to be responsible for a south Nanaimo oil spill. Details surrounding what led to the Duke Point industrial park business spill are unclear. (Image Credit: Ian Holmes/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Nanaimo man 'running in the pitch black' attempts 140 kilometre run to Campbell River
NANAIMO - "I was going to go from being a couch potato to an ultra runner with 100 days of training." It was a simple, albeit ambitious goal from Nanaimo resident and business owner Kenneth Lai, who v...
Feb 09, 2026 Kenneth Lai made an attempt to run from Nanaimo to Campbell River over the weekend, part of his self-set challenge of going from couch potato to ultra runner within 100 days. (Image Credit: Kenneth Lai)
Restaurant dispute results in third arrest of man accused of barricading himself on Nanaimo tugboat
NANAIMO - He was arrested, released, re-arrested, released and arrested again. Marcel Alvin Fontaine, 44, is back in provincial court custody for allegedly breaching his release conditions on the even...
Feb 09, 2026 On-board security footage depicts who's alleged to be Marcel Fontaine on a converted work tugboat moored at Newcastle Marina. (Image Credit: Submitted photo)
Nanaimo Eddie Bauer store closing by spring as company battles financial struggles
NANAIMO - Another local retail staple is shutting its doors.The Eddie Bauer location at Woodgrove Centre in Nanaimo, one of three on Vancouver Island and six in B.C., is expected to close by around th...
Feb 09, 2026 Eddie Bauer at Woodgrove Centre is projected to close by the spring, as the company faces growing financial challenges. (Image Credit: Ian Holmes/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Arrivals of cruise ships increasing in Nanaimo this year
NANAIMO - For the third consecutive year, the number of cruise ships visiting the Harbour City will notably increase from the year previous. Three unique vessels are scheduled to make a total of eight...
Feb 09, 2026 The 2,000 passenger MS Noordam is poised to bookend the local cruise season in Nanaimo in 2026, part of an eight-visit schedule this year. (Image Credit: File photo/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Employment summit focusing on youth with disabilities entering Nanaimo workforce
NANAIMO - Breaking down barriers and ensuring smooth transition into the workforce for all are the driving forces behind a summit planned on Monday.Inclusion BC will host a one-day Youth Employment Su...
Feb 08, 2026 Exhibitors from a range of industries will be available during a Youth Employment Summit in Nanaimo on Monday, Feb. 9. (Image Credit: Inclusion BC)
Nanaimo Buccaneers on second half heater, two Bucs commit to BCHL's Clippers
NANAIMO - Following a re-set season where the local Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League team shed its bottom-feeder label, the club is soaring to new heights. Sitting comfortably atop the VIJHL's No...
Feb 08, 2026 Post-game celebrations have been commonplace for the Nanaimo Buccaneers, but the organization is taking a measured approach with the playoffs approaching. (Image Credit: Lance Daly)
Lantzville's active transportation process enters home stretch
LANTZVILLE - Forming a plan to boost non-vehicular amenities in Lantzville is within reach. A draft active transportation plan for the community of 4,200 features improved walking and cycling connecti...
Feb 07, 2026 A comprehensive active transportation plan to enhance all forms of non-vehicular movement in Lantzville is advancing. The plan is expected to go before District of Lantzville Council for approval this spring. (Image Credit: file photo/NanaimoNewsNOW)