Tag Archives: People
'It's a great time to come by the hatchery:' annual fundraiser bolsters Nanaimo River salmon
NANAIMO - Mature salmon making a splash during their end of life journey is an annual spectacle on full display throughout the region, including streams near Nanaimo River Hatchery. The non-profit hat...
Nov 03, 2024
First place Chiefs defeat Clippers 6-1
NANAIMO - The Clippers scored the first goal but then gave up six straight to go down 6-1 in Chilliwack.Carson Lesiuk had his first goal for Nanaimo seven minutes into the contest on a sharp angled sh...
Nov 02, 2024
Nanaimo Steelmen bring high level senior hockey to the mid island
NANAIMO - Senior hockey has made a return to the Harbour City.The Nanaimo Steelmen are in their second season playing AA men's hockey with home games in both Nanaimo and Port Alberni.Goaltender and te...
Nov 02, 2024
Express comeback sinks Clippers in 4-3 OT loss
COQUITLAM - For the third time in four games the Clippers built up a big lead only to have it taken away.Nanaimo was up 2-0 on the Express after the first period on goals by Elliot Perrault and Luke L...
Nov 01, 2024
'It's a lot of fun to watch:' inaugural all-female field lacrosse tournament hits Harewood fields
NANAIMO - A first-of-its-kind all-female field lacrosse tournament is taking over a south Nanaimo sports field this weekend. The 2024 Van Island Girls Cup Tournament starts at Harewood Centennial Park...
Nov 01, 2024
Nanaimo trans basketball player accuses opponents of physical and verbal attacks
NANAIMO - One of Vancouver Island University's top women's basketball players says she was targeted because of her gender during a game. Harriette Mackenzie published a video to her Instagram account ...
Nov 01, 2024
Nanaimo-based Brazilian jiu jitsu academy win team competition at Canada Open
VANCOUVER - Nanaimo based Island Top Team had a massive medal haul, winning the ADCC Canada Open grappling event.The Canada Open was held at the Richmond Oval with over 80 teams from around North Amer...
Nov 01, 2024
Encouraging & worrying signs in latest Van Isle jobs report
NANAIMO - While the past year has seen considerable growth employment-wise on Vancouver Island, a new report suggests challenges will persist. Compiled by the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC ...
Nov 01, 2024
Large outdoor pickleball complex opens in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - In response to a rapidly growing sport and desires for playing space in more suitable areas, a new pickleball venue is now open at Nanaimo's Beban Park. Located near the gold course and driv...
Oct 31, 2024
Water restrictions being lifted across majority of central Island
NANAIMO - Officials to re-evaluated water restrictions across the region due to a series of recent storms. Effective Friday, Nov. 1, the Regional District of Nanaimo will lift all restrictions for its...
Oct 31, 2024