Events

Nanaimo SAR reflects on busy year with increased call volumes

NANAIMO - In a vastly growing region with countless backcountry adventures at our doorstep, it's no surprise Nanaimo Search and Rescue is so heavily relied on. Among the highest call volumes in the or...

Kyle Ireland Jan 11, 2026

Pop-up Parksville recycle depot extended, discussions continue on permanent solution

PARKSVILLE - Local organizers and Recycle BC confirmed a six month extension for a popular, temporary recycle depot serving the Oceanside region. Lacking local options for bulk recycling, the depot at...

Alex Rawnsley Jan 08, 2026

'Surreal:' Coombs couple wins $500K from Lotto Max draw

COOMBS - It was an extra special New Year's celebration for one couple from Coombs. Nina F. and Frederick K. won $500,000 by matching all four numbers on the Extra Prize from the Dec. 23 Lotto Max dra...

Alex Rawnsley Jan 07, 2026

Arrowsmith SAR reflects on busy 2025, requests updated funding model

QUALICUM BEACH - A trend of increasing call volumes held firm again last year for Arrowsmith Search and Rescue. The valued non-profit organization tasked with finding distressed and missing people thr...

Alex Rawnsley Jan 06, 2026

'Put a smile on people's faces:' Nanaimo students bring warmth and support to those in need

NANAIMO - Local students are working hard this month ensuring everyone has a smile on their face this Christmas.Students from Georgia Avenue Elementary School in south Nanaimo were busy on Thursday, D...

Dec 18, 2025

Power out for over 15,000 BC Hydro customers across Nanaimo & Oceanside

NANAIMO - Brisk winds from an ongoing storm system zapped power to large numbers of people across the mid-Island. Roughly 7,500 BC Hydro customers lost power in the Nanaimo area starting at 9 a.m. on ...

Alex Rawnsley Dec 15, 2025

Record registrations for Great Nanaimo Toy Drive prompting call for volunteers

NANAIMO - More people than ever are saying they need a little help this holiday season.Over 850 families and more than 1,700 children are registered to date to receive gifts from the Great Nanaimo Toy...

Dec 11, 2025

Man dies attempting to save dog from north Nanaimo RV fire

NANAIMO - A large fire inside a parked RV in the city's north end has claimed the life of a man. Emergency first responders were called to the vehicle, parked in trees on a property in the 6600 block ...

Alex Rawnsley Dec 11, 2025

'Overwhelming number of sober drivers:' Nanaimo RCMP pleased with impaired driving checks

NANAIMO - Local Mounties are satisfied with results of an annual 'Light up the Province' campaign on Saturday to get impaired drivers off the road.Around 500 drivers of all ages were stopped in Nanaim...

Dec 08, 2025

'It feels fantastic:' organ transplant advocates show gratitude at Nanaimo hospital

NANAIMO - Delivering salty treats to healthcare professionals would have been a monumental task for a Ladysmith woman prior to receiving a double lung transplant. Andrea Gollmer, 41, joined two other ...

Alex Rawnsley Dec 03, 2025