Category Archives: Nanaimo
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)
Federal funding finally arrives for Nanaimo Loaves and Fishes warehouse upgrade
NANAIMO - Long-awaited federal funding has arrived for Nanaimo Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank.The federal government, via Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), announced $5 million o...
Feb 06, 2026 Construction is continuing on a new warehouse facility for Loaves and Fishes Food Bank in Nanaimo, with its future much more secure after the arrival of federal government money. (Image Credit: Ian Holmes/NanaimoNewsNOW)
February heat wave breaks Nanaimo temperature record
NANAIMO - More temperature records have fallen as a rare February heat wave persists. One day after Qualicum Beach broke a 15-year-old record, the Harbour City set a new high mark for the hottest Feb....
Feb 06, 2026 February continues to be much warmer than normal across the mid-Island, with multiple temperature records broken this week. (Image Credit: Alex Rawnsley/NanaimoNewsNOW)
VIU's men's hockey team hosts vital fundraising tournament
NANAIMO - Representing far more than bragging rights and a few laughs, a community-building tournament for VIU's men's hockey team takes over Nanaimo Ice Centre. For a fourth year, the annual Tubbers ...
Feb 06, 2026 The annual Tubbers Hockey Tournament takes place Friday, Feb. 6 through Sunday, Feb. 8 at Nanaimo Ice Centre. (Image Credit: File photo/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Empty Bowl fundraiser targeting Nanaimo food insecurity
NANAIMO - A student-led initiative at a local high school is returning to raise thousands for the region's food bank. Student Council representatives, along with those enrolled in the pottery program ...
Feb 05, 2026 Charlotte Wiggers (left) and Olivia Espey (right) show off some of the bowls available at this year's Empty Bowl fundraiser, raising money for Nanaimo Loaves and Fishes Food Bank. (Image Credit: Submitted photo)