For one night in September, the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo was transformed into an immersive, vibrant forest of creativity and compassion. A showcase of vibrant local talent, the IGNITE2024 NatureNurture Mental Health Gala brought together a community of artists, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees. ...

At the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS), they believe every resident deserves to live in an equitable, inclusive, and welcoming community. Since 1979, CVIMS has provided support for immigrants, refugees, and even those who are just new to Nanaimo. They offer settlement, language, and community pro...

Do you feel like your health concerns are being ignored? Are you and your loved ones tired of attending appointment after appointment, feeling rushed, improperly examined, or treated without enough time spent on a complete and accurate diagnosis? Experience a fresh approach to family health care at The Wellhouse! Since...

The Wheaton Group purchased Nanaimo's Hyundai five years ago, and ever since they've been planning to move into a bigger, more advanced location. Hyundai Canada had expressed an interest for a new facility for their franchise in Nanaimo, and they found the old building didn't meet their needs or customer expectations. ...

Safe and effective skin treatments can be about more than looks. For some people, conditions like acne, scarring, rosacea, stretch marks, and hair loss represent a loss of dignity, confidence, and self-image. Dr. Jacqueline Presslauer is the lead physician at Lumina MD Aesthetics. Originally from Nanaimo, she has an un...

NANAIMO - Meet Wanda and Katie, a pair of six-month-old Domestic Short-hair kitties who both have a lot of love to give.Katie is a gentle soul who's a bit shy at first but doesn't take long for her to warm up to her humans.Wanda is also a bit shy at first, but with a bit of patience and gentle affection, she'll quickly...

NANAIMO - Friesian is a nine-month-old Domestic Short-hair kitty who's excited to find her place to call home.Part of the "horse litter" of kittens currently at the Nanaimo SPCA, Friesian grew up around lots of other cats and would do best in a similar home.She's also bonded with her cat friend Appaloosa, who...

NANAIMO - It's always a great day on Pet Corner when there are kittens involved!Meet Bauhaus, an 11-week-old Dometic Short Hair mixed kitty who's ready to find a place to call his own.Bauhaus is an energetic and playful kitty as he grows and explores the world around him.Bauhaus is part of the Art Movement litter, and ...

NANAIMO - Meet Tilly, a two-year-old Domestic Short-hair cat looking for her forever home.Tilly was a bit shy at first, but once she settled in she quickly became everyone's new best friend.Soft, cuddly, and with one heck of a voice, Tilly would be a wonderful addition to any home.You can submit an application online a...

NANAIMO - Kayu is a four-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier who's looking for a couch with a sunbeam where she can nap her days away. Kayu's recent litter of puppies have all been adopted, and now it's momma's turn.Kayu is sweet as sugar with a very laid-back and easy-going personality and is curious about other d...

NANAIMO - Mildred is a very special cat currently at the Nanaimo SPCA.At 12 years old, this senior Bengal mix cat has seen a lot in her life, and all she wants now is a warm spot to sleep and a friendly lap to curl up on.Mildred is a chatty cat who isn't afraid to speak her mind and is ready to become your new forever ...

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...