Tag Archives: People
Local Pride events seen as avenue for safer, more inclusive Nanaimo
NANAIMO - It's a single event through a month-long celebration of inclusivity, however organizers hope it can be the catalyst for permanent change. June is formally recognized as Pride Month in severa...
Jun 07, 2023
Telus announces nearly $12 million investment for Nanaimo
NANAIMO - A substantial infrastructure commitment by Telus for the Nanaimo market is part of a sizable province-wide commitment, the telecommunications giant announced. A Tuesday, June 6 news release ...
Jun 06, 2023
'Let's go:' plans for annual bathtub weekend come into focus
NANAIMO - While a lack of clarity due to the pandemic hampered planning efforts previously, the identity of this year's Bathtub Weekend is crystal clear."Family friendly is what it's all about," Loyal...
Jun 06, 2023
Million dollar grant helping VIU's adult education and ESL programming
NANAIMO - A significant grant is designed to better equip students for in-demand careers. A $3.8 million funding boost from the provincial government will go to a variety of post-secondary institution...
Jun 05, 2023
Driver arrested after plowing through 5K Foam Fest event in Nanoose Bay
NANAIMO - A pair of alarming incidents took place at a popular event in Nanoose Bay.Oceanside RCMP were called out to the 5K Foam Fest held at Arbutus Meadows Event and Equestrian Centre in Nanoose Ba...
Jun 05, 2023
Federal cash announced in Nanaimo to advance job training for people with disabilities
NANAIMO - Harnessing untapped potential among those with disabilities was the focus of a news conference in Nanaimo as National Accessibility Week concludes. Carla Qualtrough, federal minister of empl...
Jun 01, 2023
Nanaimo crews quickly handle fire at former Travellers Lodge property
NANAIMO - Squatters are believed responsible for a small fire at a disused care facility.Fire Rescue crews were called out to the 1200 block of Nelson St, near Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, just ...
Jun 01, 2023
'He had the demons, he had the voices:' Kyle McInnis remembered for lively personality & giving back
NANAIMO - A large crowd filled a north Nanaimo hall where stories were told, laughs were had and tears flowed in honour of a man who made his mark in the community.Kyle Lloyd McInnis died of toxic dru...
May 29, 2023
VI Raiders looking to finalize roster at 2023 spring camp
NANAIMO - The VI Raiders are entering a season of change with new management, coaches and players.Roughly 75 players will be attending spring camp from Friday, May 26 through Sunday, May 28 at Caledon...
May 28, 2023
'A horrible, horrible disease:' Walk for Alzheimer's honours Nanaimo caregiver
NANAIMO - An annual advocacy walk in Nanaimo for people impacted by declines in cognitive function holds a special meaning this year for a lifelong local resident. Susan Jarvis said her husband's deme...
May 27, 2023