Nanaimo

City of Nanaimo prepares for transit hub housing densification push

NANAIMO - Officials in Nanaimo are working on implementing the provincial plan to increase available housing density near transit exchange areas. Passed on Nov. 30 bill 47 requires municipalities to d...

Alex Rawnsley Mar 26, 2024

Victoria to Tofino: cross-island bus service through Nanaimo resumes Good Friday

NANAIMO - Bus connections linking all points of Vancouver Island are resuming ahead of the summer tourist season. The Tofino Bus, operated by Wilson's Transportation, makes regular weekly runs from Vi...

Daryl Major Mar 26, 2024

'He’s a zombie:' court hears detailed facts of murder at Nanaimo coffee shop

Editors note: The following article includes graphic details of violence. Discretion is advisedNANAIMO - Highly disturbing facts of the murder of a beloved Nanaimo man at a coffee shop have been revea...

Mar 25, 2024

New affordable childcare spaces open in Nanaimo

NANAIMO - New spaces are, at least a little, easing some pressure for parents and caregivers finding childcare in the city. BGC Central Vancouver Island were the recipients of $1.5 million in provinci...

Alex Rawnsley Mar 25, 2024

'A little bit short-sighted:' VIU professor unhappy with decision to shutter programs

NANAIMO - Reduced enrolment numbers leading to a deep deficit has caused Vancouver Island University to cancel some programs, with more in the process of being phased out. On the chopping block are a ...

Daryl Major Mar 25, 2024

Senior government grant eases water supply capital costs in Ladysmith

LADYSMITH - A significant funding injection will complete a major water infrastructure project in Ladysmith.The Town announced on Friday, March 22 nearly $10.9 million in federal and provincial fundin...

Mar 24, 2024

New funding advances additional Nanaimo affordable seniors housing complex

NANAIMO - Fresh off the grand opening of a 62-bed facility near Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, funding has been secured to build its twin. Provincial government funding was awarded through the Com...

Alex Rawnsley Mar 22, 2024

Lunar eclipse to kick off busy month for Nanaimo stargazers

NANAIMO - While none are considered major, show-stopping events like the total solar eclipse in 2017, a trio of celestial events will keep local sky watchers occupied.Events get underway on Sunday, Ma...

Alex Rawnsley Mar 22, 2024

'It's very exciting:' VI Short Film Festival returns with micro-movies from around the world

NANAIMO - Whether you're sitting in the theatre or in the comfort of your own home, the Vancouver Island Short Film Festival (VISFF) has you covered.VISFF is back in Nanaimo for its 19th year, taking ...

Mar 21, 2024

Woman killed after collision with pickup truck in Nanaimo Walmart parking lot

NANAIMO - An 85-year-old woman has died after being hit by a vehicle at Woodgrove Centre. The incident occurred Thursday, March 21 just after 1:30 p.m. in the parking lot by the Nanaimo Walmart, when ...

Alex Rawnsley Mar 21, 2024