Category Archives: Nanaimo
'Very difficult, hard work:' Nanaimo River wildfire 'being held' as crews work overnight
NANAIMO - A wildfire south of Nanaimo has been contained less than a day after it was initially reported. The Nanaimo River Rd. wildfire was reported on Monday, July 21, just after 3:30 p.m. west of t...
Jul 22, 2025
Suspected Nanaimo bike thief pleads guilty to fentanyl trafficking
NANAIMO - An investigation involving a man allegedly riding downtown on a stolen bike went in a completely different direction for police. McKenzie Derek Graham, 44, pleaded guilty to possessing fenta...
Jul 22, 2025
Nanaimo RCMP looking for woman after missed court appearance
NANAIMO - An arrest warrant has been issued for a woman who failed to appear in court in Nanaimo recently.Amie Jolene Kloss, 36, was due in a Nanaimo provincial court related to an incident on March 7...
Jul 22, 2025
'A conservative minimum:' count in Nanaimo highlights growing number of people living rough
NANAIMO - More people are unhoused, or living in precarious situations, than ever before in the city.Data from a Point-in-Time (PIT) count conducted at the end of November 2024 was presented to Nanaim...
Jul 22, 2025
UPDATE: Nanaimo River wildfire now 'being held'
UPDATE - BC Wildfire Service states on Tuesday, July 22 a wildfire along Nanaimo River Rd., south of Nanaimo, is officially 'being held' and is not expected to grow past its current three hectare boun...
Jul 21, 2025
Crews nearly done key initial phase of Nanaimo’s Commercial St. revitalization
NANAIMO - A significant roadway overhaul through the epicentre of the city's downtown core has surpassed some key milestones. Commercial St. between Bastion and Wharf St. reopened to vehicular traffic...
Jul 21, 2025
'Highly used:' popular E&N Trail being expanded into south Nanaimo
NANAIMO - An expansion to the E&N Trail is moving forward, adding more trail connections to the southern part of the city. Councillors unanimously supported the proposed extension, from Columbia S...
Jul 21, 2025
PHOTOS: Silly Boats float and flounder along Nanaimo waterfront
NANAIMO - A fast-rising tide may have helped sailors on their way back into shore, but ensuring their boats stayed in one piece was a whole different challenge. The annual Silly Boats Regatta, a fundr...
Jul 20, 2025
Car wash & nine-lot home development move forward in Qualicum Beach
QUALICUM BEACH - A number of new, smaller homes and a car wash may soon be coming to town. Councillors approved a rezoning amendment at 510 Chester Rd. on Wednesday, July 16, to develop several one-un...
Jul 20, 2025
Summer studio tour running all weekend through Nanoose Bay
NANOOSE BAY - A wide array of artisans will be showcasing their work over the next two days across a variety of venues. Organizers of the Nanoose Bay Studio Tour have partnered with local restaurants ...
Jul 19, 2025