Category Archives: Nanaimo
'We're excited about it:' earthquake warning technology put to the test
NANAIMO - A new earthquake warning system is in place to give south coasters a potentially life-saving heads up in case a large quake hits. Ocean Networks Canada public safety program manager Teron Mo...
Jul 09, 2019 An earthquake detection device being installed on the floor of the Pacific Ocean off the west coast of Vancouver Island. (Ocean Networks Canada)
Issues of trust revealed to be at heart of Nanaimo's supervised consumption site saga
NANAIMO - The sometimes fraught relationship between Nanaimo administration and Island Health, specifically regarding the downtown overdose prevention site, has revealed itself to be a major issue in ...
Jul 09, 2019 The overdose prevention site on Wesley St. is seen by many to be a hub for many downtown disorder issues but also live-saving efforts in the overdose crisis. (Spencer Sterritt/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Trial date set for legal dispute over Newcastle temporary housing
NANAIMO - The process for introducing roughly 80 units of temporary housing into a downtown Nanaimo neighbourhood will be examined in the courts. Newcastle area residents will be in the Supreme Court ...
Jul 08, 2019 Island Crisis Care Society and the province will be in court on Sept. 30 for a lawsuit disputing how roughly 80 units of temporary housing were introduced into the Newcastle neighbourhood. (Spencer Sterritt/NanaimoNewsNOW)
Nanaimo woman discovers $500K lotto win while waiting for dentist
NANAIMO - A grandmother's life has changed dramatically after a trip to the dentist turned into a $500,000 lottery win. Gurmail Sidhu, 79, checked her numbers while waiting for the dentist on July 5."...
Jul 08, 2019 Gurmail Sidhu, 79, never thought a trip to the dentist could be so remarkable. (BCLC)
Nanaimo building permits exceed $300M so far in 2019
NANAIMO - It's been a banner year for construction in Nanaimo, exceeding what was already expected to be a significant surge. The City of Nanaimo confirmed roughly $230 million in residential construc...
Jul 08, 2019 Roughly 1,300 housing units are being built across Nanaimo, whether they be single-family, multi-family or hotel. (City of Nanaimo)
1 of 3 cruise ships visiting Nanaimo forced to cancel
NANAIMO - The last cruise ship to arrive in Nanaimo for the 2019 season unfortunately won't be making a visit to the harbour city. The Silver Explorer was one of only three cruise ships scheduled to v...
Jul 05, 2019 The Silver Explorer was set to bring more than 100 tourists to Nanaimo on July 11. (Silversea)
1,500 dragonboaters fill Nanaimo waters for competitive, emotional weekend
NANAIMO - Thousands of paddlers will be on the water in Nanaimo's harbour putting themselves through a grueling but rewarding race. Roughly 1,500 racers across 60 teams will cruise along the water for...
Jul 05, 2019 Roughly 1,500 paddlers will be on Nanaimo waters this weekend racing to raise money for breast cancer survivors and research. ((Vancouver Island Landscapes)
Year-round transit service approved in Regional District of Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Public bus service on the mid island will soon be offered every day of the year, following unanimous approval from Regional District of Nanaimo board members.Three statutory holidays current...
Jul 04, 2019 Public bus service in the Nanaimo & Parksville/Qualicum regions will be offered 365 days a year as of January 1, 2020. (NanaimoNewsNOW file photo)
'It's hard to watch:' mother grieves as son caves to drugs right before her eyes
NANAIMO - Sitting in the waiting room of an Island Health clinic with her suicidal and drug addicted son, a Nanaimo mother couldn't fathom how someone suffering from mental health and addiction proble...
Jul 03, 2019 A Nanaimo mother says her son and his addiction was left to spiral out of control as they tried to make their way through the health care system towards help. (The Canadian Press)
Bastion St. Bridge work delayed, City now expects mid July re-opening
NANAIMO - A key link to and from downtown Nanaimo will be closed longer than expected as crews continue refurbishing the Bastion St. Bridge.The City expects the bridge will be closed to vehicle traffi...
Jul 03, 2019 The City of Nanaimo anticipates the Bastion St. Bridge will re-open on July 16, more than two weeks later than expected. (City of Nanaimo)