Tag Archives: Events

Growing Nanaimo Artwalk returns for 27th year
NANAIMO - It will be an art buffs' paradise in downtown Nanaimo with a popular event featuring local artists showing off their work. Artwalk, presented by Nanaimo Arts Council, happens Saturday, Nov 2...
Nov 21, 2025

Ballet Kelowna wows Sask. audiences, homegrown talent returns
Just hours before making her professional debut on a Saskatchewan stage, a massive smile fills McKeely Borger's face as she talks about living her dream. The 32-year-old, who grew up in Regina, was am...
Nov 20, 2025

Moonlight Madness kicks off winter holiday season in Qualicum Beach
QUALICUM BEACH - Thousands of people are getting set to converge on downtown Qualicum Beach for festive cheer and to offer local businesses an early holiday shopping season boost. Hosted by Qualicum B...
Nov 19, 2025

Trail runners elude curious cougars behind Westwood Lake
NANAIMO - Strength in numbers may have played a pivotal role in maintaining the safety of a large group of people out for an evening run. Chris O'Grady was one of two runners leading a group of seven ...
Nov 18, 2025

Annual Fill the Boots campaign to lift holiday spirit
PARKSVILLE - Eight local fire departments throughout the Oceanside region or joining forces to help stamp out hunger and put smiles on the faces of children this holiday season. Led by Parksville Fire...
Nov 15, 2025

Parking lot paving complete at Neck Point Park & Serauxmen Stadium
NANAIMO - Vehicular access is once again unrestricted at north Nanaimo's Neck Point Park following paving work to vastly upgrade the parking lot and improve pedestrian safety. Charlotte Davis, the Cit...
Nov 14, 2025

Woman accused of murdering husband in Nanaimo elects trial by jury
NANAIMO - A BC Supreme Court trial to be heard by a jury will commence, likely next year in Nanaimo. Desiree Dawn Mosher, 45, is charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of 30-yea...
Nov 14, 2025

Where to pay tribute in Nanaimo & Oceanside this Remembrance Day
NANAIMO - Thousands of people throughout the vast mid-Island region will pay tribute to military personnel who served, and continue to serve, to protect the freedoms will often take for granted every ...
Nov 11, 2025

Nanaimo volunteer recognized for decades of community service
NANAIMO - Roughly 35 years ago, Brian Cornborough stepped up to the plate to volunteer for his children's softball teams. The rather innocuous act of kindness blossomed into many years of community se...
Nov 10, 2025

Cadets pay respects with 24-hour vigil at Nanaimo cenotaph
NANAIMO - Sacrifices made by thousands of people to preserve our freedoms is behind an extended honour guard at Nanaimo's Dallas Square Cenotaph. Members from 205 Collishaw Royal Canadian air and sea ...
Nov 10, 2025