Category Archives: Nanaimo
'The scams never stop:' Island business watchdog warns of holiday shopping scams
NANAIMO - 'Tis the season for holiday shopping and gift giving, but also one where scammers play the role of scrooge. Retail sales, particularly online, skyrocket through November and December ahead o...
Nov 28, 2023
SPCA seizes 44 animals found in 'shockingly unsanitary conditions', taken to Nanaimo for treatment
NANAIMO - Animals found in a home covered in feces and incredible amounts of garbage are being given a fresh start in life. The BCSPCA revealed on Tuesday, Nov. 28 the plight of the animals primarily ...
Nov 28, 2023
Nanaimo senior sustains 'very serious injuries' after being pinned underneath minivan
NANAIMO - An 83-year-old woman remains in hospital with "significant, very serious" injuries after being hit by a minivan in downtown Nanaimo. On Monday, Nov. 27 shortly before 3 p.m., emergency crews...
Nov 28, 2023
Local companies fined for unsafe work conditions
NANAIMO - A pair of recently released WorkSafe BC investigations resulted in fines to local companies, one based in Coombs, the other in Nanaimo. A penalty summary published by the crown corporation s...
Nov 28, 2023
Partial re-opening signals home stretch of lengthy Albert St. project
NANAIMO - A significant initiative to enhance non-vehicular movement between Harewood and Nanaimo's downtown is substantially complete. James Knight, capital project management specialist with the Cit...
Nov 27, 2023
Extension Rd. traffic calming measures set for phased approach
NANAIMO - Rising costs are adjusting how implementing long-sought-after traffic calming in the south end will play out. Councillors opted to phase construction of several road enhancements on Extensio...
Nov 27, 2023
'Really, really scary:' Nanaimo seniors struggling to find affordable housing
NANAIMO - As the housing crisis continues to grip our country, some of our most vulnerable citizens are being hit the hardest. The United Way BC partnered with a coalition of provincial non-profit com...
Nov 27, 2023
Beloved Nanaimo fair trade store ready for holiday rush
NANAIMO - Unique in so many ways, Global Village Nanaimo offers an unparalleled local shopping experience.The non-profit organization, one year removed from its 25th anniversary, provides a range of h...
Nov 26, 2023
Parksville firefighters recognized for decades of service
PARKSVILLE - The City of Parksville recently paid tribute to a few of the longest-serving members of their volunteer fire department.During their Nov. 20 meeting, Parksville Council recognized three v...
Nov 25, 2023
'Bring joy:' Be a Santa to a Senior this holiday season
NANAIMO - Christmas gifts are enjoyed by people of all ages, and a local business wants to make sure nobody is left out of the gift-giving.The Nanaimo branch of Home Instead is once again putting on t...
Nov 25, 2023