Nanaimo

Arrest made on Gabriola after rash of stolen tools & boats across central Island

NANAIMO - Police believe they've identified and arrested the man responsible for a series of marine based thefts across the region.Officers with the Gabriola Island detachment, in partnership with the...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 14, 2023

Assistive hearing technology pilot project recommended for Nanaimo facilities

NANAIMO - The Harbour City is looking at different ways to help those with hearing impairments easily navigate City services. The advisory committee on accessibility and inclusiveness recommended Nana...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 14, 2023

Great Nanaimo Toy Drive again ensuring 'every child has a toy under the Christmas tree'

NANAIMO - The mandate is simple: make a child's Christmas wish come true. For over 40 years, the volunteer-run Great Nanaimo Toy Drive has stuffed stockings, wrapped donated presents and fulfilled Chr...

Daryl Major Nov 14, 2023

VIDEO: 'Makes them feel like they're children:' Oceanside woman profiles 'Seniors Who Shred'

PARKSVILLE - It's proof positive you're never too old to learn something new, or keep doing what you love.Judy Richardson, 59, found a love of filmmaking during the pandemic and was inspired to apply ...

Nov 13, 2023

Eagle feather ceremony linking Nanaimo RCMP with local First Nations

NANAIMO - A traditional First Nations ceremony is providing an opportunity for learning and growth for local Mounties.Officers from the Nanaimo detachment partnered with Snuneymuxw and Snaw-Naw-As Fir...

Nov 13, 2023

Development permit awarded for big revamp of Nanaimo Nissan dealership

NANAIMO - Substantial renovations and redesign to a local car dealership are on the horizon.City councillors voted 8-1 in favour of awarding a development permit for a re-build of the Nissan of Nanaim...

Nov 12, 2023

Mid-Island biodiversity group takes over operations of Brant Wildlife Festival

PARKSVILLE - The Brant Wildlife Festival, (BWF) an annual celebration of nature and conservation, now has new local owners. Operated by The Nature Trust of British Columbia since 2007, the BWF announc...

Nov 12, 2023

'The debt of gratitude we owe them:' Nanaimo honours fallen soldiers on Remembrance Day

NANAIMO - Under the backdrop of ongoing conflict around the world, around 1,000 people gathered downtown to show we will never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice.Remembrance Day services wer...

Nov 11, 2023

Remembrance Day 2023: Where to pay tribute across the region

NANAIMO - It's a time to pause and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thousands across central Vancouver Island and Canada are gathering at Legions, Cenotaphs, and other public events to ...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 11, 2023

'It's insane to be totally honest:' Pink Salmon return in droves to Big Qualicum River

QUALICUM BEACH - A river typically filled with salmon has been taken to a new level on mid-Vancouver Island, featuring a historic year for one particular species.Roughly 101,000 mature Pink Salmon ret...

Nov 10, 2023