Infrastructure

'Great shot in the arm:' substantial Harmac Pacific maintenance work jolts Nanaimo economy

NANAIMO - Upwards of 300 contractors tasked with critical local pulp mill upgrades are also injecting life into the hospitality and restaurant sector. Paul Sadler, CEO of Nanaimo Forest Products, said...

Alex Rawnsley May 27, 2023

Fire damages business on Nanaimo's waterfront

NANAIMO - No injuries were reported following an afternoon fire at a business on Stewart Ave. along Nanaimo's waterfront.On May 26 just before 3 p.m. emergency crews were called to a structure fire at...

May 26, 2023

Road closure and significant damage from Nanaimo water main break

UPDATE - The City of Nanaimo tells NanaimoNewsNOW water service was restored for affected residents around 3:30 p.m. while the road will open around 7 p.m.Travellers are asked to still use caution in ...

May 24, 2023

Lane closures and traffic delays expected on Nanaimo's Northfield Rd.

NANAIMO - Substantial delays and traffic implications are due to start on a main artery in and out of the city. Crews working on the Midtown Gateway and Midtown Water Supply projects will be digging u...

Daryl Major May 23, 2023

Nanaimo water park taps to turn on early

NANAIMO - This spring heatwave prompted City park's staff to open three of its four water parks early. As of Saturday, May 13, the taps will be turned on at Departure Bay Kiwanis Park, Harewood Centen...

Alex Rawnsley May 12, 2023

Substantial housing boost envisioned for Te’tuxwtun project in Harewood

NANAIMO - A long-discussed housing project in the Harewood neighbourhood features a dramatic boost in housing, according to a newly released draft concept plan.The Te'tuxwtun plan outlined on the BC H...

May 05, 2023

Nanaimo Salvation Army secures venue for temporary kitchen

NANAIMO - A lease agreement has been secured by a social service provider left without a kitchen and dining hall while a portion of its downtown location is redeveloped. Salvation Army New Hope Centre...

May 02, 2023

Surprise funding for additional seating at artificial turf field at NDSS

NANAIMO - Creating a long-planned medium sized multi-sport stadium beside Nanaimo District Secondary School is expected to take a significant leap forward next year. Richard Harding, the City of Nanai...

Apr 27, 2023

Provincial data shows stunning increase of red light runners at Nanaimo intersection

NANAIMO - An increasing number of motorists don't appear to be motivated to follow basic rules of the road, in particular at one local intersection. Newly released data from the ministry of transporta...

Apr 03, 2023

City councillors examine several potential big ticket infrastructure projects

NANAIMO - A broad overview of large projects, including essential works, offers a glimpse into substantial City-led initiatives in the coming years. During a special finance and audit committee meetin...

Mar 31, 2023