The Centra Install Pros Window Efficiency Plan - a program helping Nanaimo homeowners cut the cost of new windows and doors - is running out of runway fast. The plan puts up to $650 toward each window or door replaced, drawn from a dedicated $1 million fund set aside for local homeowners. There is no income testing and...

For many retirees, and those nearing retirement, staying in their home can be difficult. The time spent on day-to-day maintenance, plus dealing with bigger repairs usually required on an older home, can cut into time they'd rather spend enjoying their retirement. And if they're traveling, they don't want to worry about...

Most people who volunteer for their strata council don't sign up to be an accountant. But for many in smaller strata communities, with less than 50 units, that's exactly what they end up doing. They spend time researching bylaws, getting quotes for maintenance, and worrying that something important has been missed. The...

Made here. Grown here. Connected here. Island Good launches new website to make shopping Island products easier Every choice to shop Island-made is a win for Vancouver Island communities and now it's easier than ever. Island Good has launched a newly redesigned website that helps Vancouver Islanders and visitors quickl...

If you're searching for holiday gifts and winter layers, Nanaimo has a new must-visit destination. Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) has officially opened its doors at 2517 Bowen Road, bringing its trusted lineup of outdoor gear, apparel, and expert guidance to the region, just in time for the winter season. From season...

NANAIMO - Oh Captain, my Captain! Say hello to one very special puppy.Captain is an approximately five-month-old male Pit Bull Terrier mix who was born missing a front paw, but it doesn't slow him down.Captain is looking for a home that will help him continue on his journey to become a full-grown doggo.Ideally, a home ...

NANAIMO - Meet Dawn, an eight-week-old female medium-haired cat looking for a place to call home.Dawn, along with her siblings Dusk and Daylight, is slowly learning how to be a cat as she learns and grows.Dawn is a bit shy at first, but it doesn't take long for her to show you her kitty zoomies, playing with any toy sh...

NANAIMO - Meet Finn, a nine-month-old male Great Pyrenees mix eager to find his next adventure. Finn has a heart as big as his goofy smile as he learns to be the best dog he can be. Finn would do best in a home where he's the only pet, soaking up all the attention and love as he grows. Jordan Davidson/NanaimoNewsNOW Yo...

NANAIMO - Meet Loofah, an adorable girl with an adorable name.Loofah is an eight-month-old female Kangal Shepherd Dog/Mastiff mix, a goofy and lovable puppy who's still learning to use her long legs as she navigates her surroundings.Loofah would do best in a home with other kids and has done well with slow introduction...

NANAIMO - Meet Yahoo and Bing, a bonded pair of male, 10-month-old yellow budgies.With names reminiscent of early dial-up internet days based on the sounds they make. Yahoo and Bing are a perfect pair to take home.While a bit shy at first, they're getting bolder by the day. When they're not chatting and singing songs t...

NANAIMO - Kippy is an energetic nine-month-old male domestic short-haired cat looking for a place to call his own.Kippy is a sweet boy looking for a patient home where he can live his best life. He'd do best as the only cat in a home, but he does get along with dogs.Kippy was born with polycystic kidney disease, and wh...

NANAIMO - The Vancouver Island Crisis Society (VICS) is an Island Health contracted service providing 24/7 Vancouver Island Crisis Line Support. The Crisis Society also provides a variety of community support services to accommodate Vancouver Island's growing population and growing need for crisis support, suicide bere...

Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has been providing exemplary care to patients with severe, life-threatening illnesses and injuries in the current Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 50 years. When you need this level of care, it is critical the ICU has the latest medical equipment and a state-of-the-art space to acc...

NANAIMO - When choosing a daycare or early education facility, there are some basic things you should know and insist upon. We've laid out the top 5 things to look for in a daycare to help you make this important decision. 1. Reliability and Flexibility There's nothing worse than having to fit in last minute arrangemen...

NANAIMO - One and done? Not in today's world. Thanks to DIY blogs, Pinterest, and the creative spirit of passionate crafters and artisans across the Island, prolonging the life of an item by purchasing it second hand, or re-purposing that item entirely for an art or craft project is easier than ever, and it's better fo...