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Local civic and community news updates from our broadcast community and beyond. Serving Nanaimo and the Salish Sea region. News for Nanaimo, Lantzville, Ladysmith, Gabriola Island, Denman Island, Hornby Island, Parksville, Qualicum (Oceanside), Courtenay, Cumberland, Comox (Comox Valley). We can also be heard in Sechelt and the Southern Sunshine Coast. Get more news at chly.ca/news along with longer form stories at chly.ca/midcoastmorning.

Episode Date
Candidate nomination period closes for Nanaimo City Council and other local elections in B.C.
Sep 12, 2026
Racing Zucchinis? Central Nanaimo organizes a community led event at Mansfield Park this Sunday
Sep 12, 2026
Fanny Bay’s Little Oysters Child Care expands with 44 new spaces
Sep 12, 2026
Nanaimo gets classy, with the celebration of Nanaimo Jazz Festival’s 10th anniversary
Sep 10, 2026
Comox Valley Food Bank seeking donations this Saturday
Sep 04, 2026
Recocovery oriented housing announced for previous 250 Terminal supportive housing site in Nanaimo
Sep 04, 2026
Habitat for Humanity and BMEx celebrates one year of supporting the community and keep building materials out of the landfill
Sep 03, 2026
25th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day marked in Nanaimo
Sep 02, 2026
Pedal to the Metal! RDN celebrates grand opening of Bike Pump Track in Cedar
Sep 02, 2026
The Nanaimo Commercial Street Night Market hits an attendance all time high on its 7th season
Sep 01, 2026
Pride celebrations take over the Comox Valley this weekend
Aug 28, 2026
Comox Valley gathers for the 25th International Overdose Awareness Day
Aug 28, 2026
Fundraising campaign underway to improve safety and accessibility for free playgroup program
Aug 28, 2026
Western Canadian musicians navigate an evolving music industry at BreakOut West
Aug 27, 2026
Judo in the Park! Nanaimo Judo Club hosts fundraiser at Maffeo Sutton Park after fire
Aug 27, 2026
BreakOut West in Victoria will feature musicians from Western Canada and the North
Aug 26, 2026
Horticulture society celebrates its 80th anniversary with gardening event by the shore
Aug 26, 2026
VIU and Loaves & Fishes team up to open new Free Food Market on campus
Aug 25, 2026
Retired sailboat finds new life as floral display at Comox Marina park
Aug 25, 2026
Men’s group giving back while hunting for a new home
Aug 24, 2026
Debut tailgate party to close off the Sounds of Summer in Nanaimo’s Old City Quarter
Aug 22, 2026
Courtenay seeks public input on the future of Bill Moore and Dogwood parks
Aug 21, 2026
New community centre opens in the South Wellington area
Aug 21, 2026
Dancing hits the streets! Downtown hosts the first ever street dance festival
Aug 20, 2026
New fare-free youth bus pass program to start in Regional District
Aug 19, 2026
City of Courtenay pauses Bear James Park Trail Project due to community concerns
Aug 17, 2026
City of Nanaimo and Island Corridor Foundation pave the way for the expansion of the E&N trail
Aug 17, 2026
On your marks, get set, go! Hub City Soap Box Derby celebrates 5 years for CDC in Nanaimo
Aug 15, 2026
Comox advances 721 Lazo Road rezoning with two conditions
Aug 14, 2026
A third candidate for mayor enters the race in Nanaimo
Aug 11, 2026
From Shakespeare to Dongfish, Nanaimo Fringe Festival offers something for everyone
Aug 09, 2026
25 years of Culture Craze
Aug 08, 2026
Breaking ground on Braidwood, housing and shelter project set to open 2028 in Courtenay
Aug 08, 2026
BreakOut West Returns to Victoria this fall
Aug 07, 2026
Changes coming to Graduate Licensing Program for drivers in B.C.
Aug 07, 2026
BC SPCA summer camp not just fun for kids, but impactful for animals
Aug 07, 2026
Chinatown art pieces to become a permanent fixture? A Nanaimo resident has hopes
Aug 04, 2026
Snuneymuxw Days returns for fifth year
Jul 31, 2026
Imagining a new future for the Island Rail Corridor
Jul 31, 2026
Nanaimo to look at temporary options for vacant Jean Burns hole
Jul 31, 2026
LED lights improvements approved for Beban Park
Jul 31, 2026
BC Hydro brings EV-powered outdoor movie night to Comox
Jul 30, 2026
64 new seats added for trades program apprenticeship at Vancouver Island University
Jul 29, 2026
Gabriola Official Community Plan seeks community input
Jul 29, 2026
Sunflower program could support those with hidden disabilities in Nanaimo
Jul 28, 2026
The City of Nanaimo gets to the root of ongoing invasive plants issue with bylaw amendment
Jul 28, 2026
City of Nanaimo’s Mayor Krog announces re-election campaign for third term
Jul 24, 2026
New improvements unveiled for Loudon Park at Nanaimo's Long Lake
Jul 24, 2026
The Globe Live Studio under new ownership, updates events policy
Jul 24, 2026
Prevent drowning, be Water Smart all year long
Jul 24, 2026
Restoring the Anderton Riverbank, Courtenay presents three design options to the public
Jul 24, 2026
Silly Boat Regatta makes a splash for its 40th anniversary race
Jul 22, 2026
CVRD proposes water restriction bylaw revision to protect local businesses
Jul 22, 2026
100 years of change with the Royal Canadian Legion annivarsary
Jul 21, 2026
Nanaimo honours Japanese Canadian history with new legacy projects at parks
Jul 21, 2026
Canada Cycles for Kids and the NRGH in Nanaimo
Jul 20, 2026
Youth-led tour showcases future possibilities for Oyster River Hermitage
Jul 17, 2026
Where did the gay bars go?
Jul 17, 2026
Landmark Cinemas renovates and introduces IMAX amidst rise in streaming
Jul 16, 2026
Eco Team in the Comox Valley sorts event litter out
Jul 16, 2026
Gotta Catch em all! Pokémon Trainers descend upon Nanaimo for GO Fest
Jul 15, 2026
Construction and improvements underway at Nanaimo’s Rotary Bowl
Jul 11, 2026
Nanaimo prepares alignment of Off Street Parking bylaw with City Plan
Jul 09, 2026
Community shows up to paint mural for Old City intersection
Jul 07, 2026
Habitat for Humanity opens new pop-up shop in Nanaimo to support community projects
Jul 06, 2026
New bridge improves safety, linking west and east Courtenay for cyclists and pedestrians
Jul 04, 2026
Nanaimo’s own Ora Cogan makes the Polaris Prize Long List
Jul 03, 2026
Come on in the water’s fine! Testing water at beaches resumes for summer
Jul 03, 2026
STAUC brings new energy to Sounds of Summer concert series in Old City Quarter
Jun 30, 2026
Anchorage Project breaks ground in Comox Valley, supporting people with intellectual disabilities
Jun 30, 2026
‘Fútbol’ to be more accessible? City of Nanaimo applies for mini pitch funding through Mini Peaks Legacy Project
Jun 29, 2026
Ribit, working to eliminate invasive bullfrogs in Comox Valley
Jun 29, 2026
Be your own barnacle: Nanaimo’s Temporary Arts Program sees public participation
Jun 26, 2026
Roving Playground Program brings free summer fun to Nanaimo’s children
Jun 26, 2026
Residents worried for what might happen to a hidden wetland in Nanaimo
Jun 25, 2026
Mid Island Métis lead celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day in Nanaimo
Jun 23, 2026
Saving what remains of Nanaimo's old Chinatown
Jun 23, 2026
The Globe Live Studio seeks community help amidst financial stress 
Jun 20, 2026
New event to showcase cultures from around the world at the Commercial Street Night Market
Jun 19, 2026
Independent artists share the spotlight with the debut of three day long multi-venue festival
Jun 19, 2026
Presenting a New Forest Act in Courtenay
Jun 19, 2026
City of Nanaimo showcases climate change adaptation projects amidst visit from Philippines delegates
Jun 19, 2026
“You can't move forward unless people are moving forward together.” Nanaimo celebrates tenth annual Pride Parade
Jun 16, 2026
Youth Climate Corps bring emergency preparedness initiatives for second year in Courtenay
Jun 15, 2026
Flag raising marks 30 years of Pride in Nanaimo
Jun 13, 2026
'People need to have options.' Community voices call for more sober housing in Nanaimo
Jun 12, 2026
Climate change advocates gather at the heart of downtown Nanaimo to raise awareness in peaceful protest
Jun 10, 2026
The Nanaimo Jazz scene flourishes with the local Jazz groups working together to organize the Sunday Jazz Brunch Series
Jun 09, 2026
Councillor Paul Manly sets gears in motion bringing construction noise complaints to the forefront on this week's council meeting
Jun 06, 2026
Brooklyn Creek Watershed Society finds a record amount of smolts for 2026
Jun 05, 2026
New project at Piper’s Lagoon Park to enhance viewing the night sky
Jun 04, 2026
Nanaimo Lions Foundation Dog Walk seeking donations to provide guide dogs to Canadians with disabilities
Jun 04, 2026
Local ElderDog group in need of volunteers to bring support and connections for seniors and their dogs
Jun 03, 2026
Forest Flowers is the City of Nanaimo’s first piece of Temporary Public Art for 2026
Jun 02, 2026
Cyclists take to the streets for Critical Mass in Nanaimo
Jun 01, 2026
Comox Valley Water Services urges residents to be aware of water consumption habits during Watershed Awareness Week
May 29, 2026
The OV Arts Centre hosts Open House amidst its planned renovations for the venue
May 29, 2026
Climate scientist warns warmer and drier conditions on Vancouver Island could lead to more severe wildfires this season
May 25, 2026
Oceanside not-for-profit signals SOS to keep youth, family, and senior programs running
May 25, 2026
WorkBC and VIVRS team up to help job seekers with opening a new pop up shop in downtown Nanaimo next month
May 21, 2026
Over a month since the closure of Hub and the need for a new location is felt more than ever
May 21, 2026
‘Paying it forward’: How one bakery in downtown Nanaimo is making sure nobody goes hungry
May 16, 2026
Western Edge Theatre gears up for its last show of the season, in time for Men’s Mental Health Month.
May 15, 2026
The Backyard is back: With renovations almost complete it opens its doors to Nanaimo once again
May 13, 2026
Nanaimo gathers to honour missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls
May 08, 2026
New house program to give love and community while undergoing cancer treatment
May 05, 2026
Nanaimo Museum exhibit looks at farming and food security through past and present
May 01, 2026
Community comes out to support Volunteer Nanaimo during a time of need
Apr 30, 2026
Second annual Infusion sees skying rocketing number of participants and interested healthcare workers
Apr 28, 2026
All speakers opposed at second night of Cable Bay public hearing
Apr 24, 2026
For 21st year, VISFF partners with CineVic local films to Nanaimo
Apr 16, 2026
Grief Fire held at Vancouver Island University 10 years after toxic drug crisis declared
Apr 15, 2026
With a boom in clean energy, a new art exhibit at the Nanaimo Art Gallery, looks at the true cost of it all
Apr 13, 2026
Hamilton Marsh Regional Park officially opened by RDN
Apr 09, 2026
Nanaimo youth, youngest artist to be selected for City’s street banners
Apr 03, 2026
Looking out for the ‘little guys.’ A new eDNA collection method to research Salish Sea forage fish
Mar 31, 2026
Youth and ‘hidden homelessness’ data now being counted in United Way Point-in-Time Count
Mar 27, 2026
“I don't know what I'm gonna do”—The Hub set to shut down end of March
Mar 19, 2026
Nanaimo Hub set to close but nearby neighbourhood group worried about what comes next
Mar 19, 2026
New low-cost vet care program opens in Nanaimo
Mar 13, 2026
Bluebirds once flourished here, Cowichan conservation works for their return
Mar 12, 2026
VIU Students’ Union host free open textbook fair
Mar 05, 2026
Home Grown website wants to strengthen connection to local farmers and food
Feb 28, 2026
Celebrating The Glass Cage and a soundtrack of a past Nanaimo
Feb 25, 2026
Federal NDP leadership hopeful, Heather McPherson, stops by Nanaimo
Feb 23, 2026
Inside The Glass Cage, a Nanaimo band reunites over a long lost album
Feb 21, 2026
Snuneymuxw could soon vote municipally in October. SFN and the City of Nanaimo announce joint effort for city boundary change.
Feb 18, 2026
Sexpo from VIU Students’ Union breaks down sexual health barriers
Feb 09, 2026
Nanaimo chapter of Unplugged Canada advocate for legislation barring youth access to social media under 16
Feb 05, 2026
Kids rock! John Barsby Secondary School students take to the stage
Feb 04, 2026
“Hockey is bigger than just a game.” Nanaimo Clippers host first ever Pride Night
Feb 02, 2026
What’s a Wind Phone? Creating space to process grief and honour loved ones
Jan 31, 2026
New exhibit at the Nanaimo Art Gallery reexamines life at Nanaimo’s Chinatowns
Jan 23, 2026
What is up with all this fog in Nanaimo?
Jan 22, 2026
Jenn Strub to connect young people with poetry as Nanaimo’s new Youth Poet Laureate
Jan 14, 2026
Local poetry press creating space for indie, alternative and local writers
Jan 13, 2026
Avi Lewis, NDP Leadership contestant, launches town hall tour on Vancouver Island
Jan 12, 2026
After near extinction, Vancouver Island Marmot population breaks milestone
Dec 23, 2025
New Snuneymuxw program works to keep traditional lands flourishing for future generations
Dec 17, 2025
Nanaimo Regional Hospital District commits to covering 100 per cent to build cardiac care lab
Dec 16, 2025
Risebridge wants no one to celebrate the holidays alone in Nanaimo and Oceanside
Dec 12, 2025
VIU student talks about her time at COP 30 in Brazil
Dec 05, 2025
Dress for success: new VIU ‘Career Closet’ offers free professional clothing for students
Dec 01, 2025
UBCM has red flags over Bill M216 that would fast-track housing in British Columbia
Nov 28, 2025
UVic students plan to run from Victoria to Nanaimo to raise money for men’s mental health
Nov 26, 2025
A new look for the former A&B Sounds building, highlighting local creatives
Nov 24, 2025
Artwalk returns to celebrate and showcase local talent in downtown Nanaimo
Nov 21, 2025
Devours left no crumbs at Woodstove Festival
Nov 14, 2025
Changes to the B.C disability assistance will remove barriers for couples
Nov 14, 2025
"A Baker’s Dozen," Nanaimo playwright tackles mental illness at OV Arts Centre
Nov 12, 2025
Comox Valley Pride critical of Conservative MLA Brennan Day over ‘bigoted’ OneBC bill
Nov 08, 2025
Career potter in Ladysmith gives back to ceramics community
Nov 08, 2025
“We are serving more people than ever before.” Nanaimo food bank faces its biggest decline in donations while seeing an increase in need
Nov 06, 2025
VIU nursing students are setting out to make sure all kids have the chance to play sports
Nov 03, 2025
Halloween and Samhain: witching hour in the Comox Valley
Oct 31, 2025
Ground breaks at the location for new BC Cancer centre in Nanaimo
Oct 31, 2025
Snuneymuxw First Nation to become largest Indigenous-led casino operator in the province
Oct 30, 2025
Sweet creature: lost goat “Harry Styles” wins hearts in Comox Valley
Oct 28, 2025
“Hollowe’en Spooktacular” to be put on by new youth theatre program at OV Arts Centre
Oct 24, 2025
Comox Valley Poverty Data Walk moves indoors for the fall
Oct 23, 2025
“Commercial St.” opens at Nanaimo Art Gallery
Oct 23, 2025
New poetry trail to spark reflection and creativity outdoors
Oct 20, 2025
Curtains set to close for TheatreOne
Oct 17, 2025
Snuneymuxw First Nation celebrates formal return of land from Crown
Oct 17, 2025
Comox Valley fired up for Woodstove Festival
Oct 16, 2025
TheatreOne faces do or die fundraising challenge
Oct 10, 2025
Tanille Johnston launches federal NDP leadership bid in Nanaimo
Oct 10, 2025
Vancouver Island University recognized by Moose Hide Campaign for awareness around gender-based violence
Oct 03, 2025
City of Nanaimo to expand Loudon Park following new land purchase
Oct 02, 2025
Postal Workers back to the picket lines, in a fight to keep door-to-door delivery
Oct 01, 2025
Comox Valley honours Truth and Reconciliation Day
Sep 27, 2025
Nanaimo City Council meets with other municipalities at this year’s UBCM to discuss housing, health, and street disorder
Sep 26, 2025
Art and music Pulse in heart of Downtown Courtenay this Friday
Sep 26, 2025
Waitlists & reduced services: VIU students & BCFS call on Province to restore funding
Sep 19, 2025
Youth Climate Corps recap first summer in Courtenay
Sep 19, 2025
Harm reduction education highlighted to keep students safe at Vancouver Island University
Sep 12, 2025
Robbie Thompson looks ahead to annual Slo-Pitch Tournament
Sep 12, 2025
Cumberland conk could become world’s first Official Village Fungus
Sep 10, 2025
Die-in demands attention to overdose deaths
Sep 06, 2025
International Overdose Awareness Day recognized during march through Downtown Nanaimo
Sep 02, 2025
New High Acuity Unit opens at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for patients with complex care needs
Aug 25, 2025
Buy Canadian draws more shoppers to local farmers' market
Aug 19, 2025
BC SPCA warns of wildfire smoke affecting pets
Aug 16, 2025
Family music camp strikes a new chord in the Comox Valley
Aug 08, 2025
Fresh Start back-to-school event in great need of backpacks for children
Aug 07, 2025
United Way BC opens fund for those affected by Wesley Ridge fire
Aug 07, 2025
Comox Valley doctor and town councillor talks platform in race for BC Greens leadership
Aug 06, 2025
New art exhibits at the Nanaimo Art Gallery invite people to dance, jump, and play inside the gallery
Aug 01, 2025
Comox Valley Pride has new host — the new non-profit organization Queer Centre
Jul 30, 2025
New Westwood Lake Park upgrades bring more inclusion to the lake
Jul 30, 2025
National Youth Orchestra to play in Nanaimo, featuring local talent
Jul 28, 2025
Texada residents “devastated”: Tex the grizzly killed
Jul 18, 2025
Art and science meet to visualize the history of Nanaimo
Jul 17, 2025
Conservation group monitors Western painted turtle nesting habits at Buttertubs Marsh
Jul 03, 2025
Nanaimo’s world record title dethroned, but won’t stop people’s love for the Nanaimo bar
Jul 02, 2025
City of Nanaimo to look at banning the sale of invasive plants
Jun 27, 2025
Celebrating pride in the community and out in nature
Jun 04, 2025
City to redesign controversial ‘O’ in Nanaimo Sign
Jun 02, 2025
VIU to cut Master of Community Planning program amidst a worker shortage in the industry
May 29, 2025
Comox Valley Regional District events raise watershed awareness
May 28, 2025
Health Minister formally announces Community-Led, Crisis Response in Comox Valley
May 26, 2025
Delicious: World’s largest Nanaimo bar unveiled in the harbour city
May 20, 2025
Vancouver Island volunteers battle against invasive Scotch broom
May 15, 2025
City of Courtenay acknowledges International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
May 13, 2025
Going for grand slam, roller derby team raffles $1000
May 09, 2025
Evo bike share success in Nanaimo sees expansion and introduction of e-scooters
May 08, 2025
No backyard, no problem: Backyard Fest keeps the local music scene alive with new Sunk City music festival
May 08, 2025
Nanaimo council to reconsider Loudon Park boathouse project
May 08, 2025
Art student explores gender dysphoria through Barbie’s form
May 06, 2025
Vanier Secondary garage sale funding the future of Explore Program
May 02, 2025
Skin safe and sun smart: Skin Cancer Awareness Month reaches Courtenay
May 01, 2025
“These people become my family.” Risebridge shelter faces possible closure as shelter funding expires
Apr 30, 2025
Success: “Infusion” sees hundreds of Americans gather in Nanaimo
Apr 28, 2025
Second urgent and primary care centre to open in Nanaimo
Apr 25, 2025
Nanaimo-Ladysmith candidates speak to voters days before the election
Apr 24, 2025
Comox Valley Regional District seeks input on new nature park
Apr 24, 2025
Community members rally at Loudon Park, hoping to save the trees
Apr 23, 2025
Exploring the pros and cons of strategic voting
Apr 22, 2025
Queer Potluck creates space for chosen family this Easter
Apr 18, 2025
Counting geese: Oceanside’s favourite feathered visitors
Apr 17, 2025
Spending time with the volunteers who flock to count brant geese
Apr 17, 2025
Nanaimo–Ladysmith candidates officially declared in the riding
Apr 11, 2025
Two upcoming candidate forums for voters in Nanaimo–Ladysmith
Apr 11, 2025
Award winning Poetry Walk returns to Courtenay with a new interactive twist
Apr 11, 2025
Winners of inaugural Bop City Records Community Music Fund are ready to rock
Apr 10, 2025
VIU students to vote on adding a new fee for a proposed student-owned building
Apr 07, 2025
Election 2025 – Knock-knock-knockin’ on Courtenay–Alberni’s doors
Apr 03, 2025
Candidates excited to start campaigning in North Island—Powell River
Mar 28, 2025
Student-led program helped fight food insecurity at VIU
Mar 27, 2025
VIU Students’ Union starts campaign to bring back 24-7 library hours
Mar 27, 2025
Risebridge to make sure no child goes without a birthday celebration
Mar 26, 2025
Comox Valley’s Liam Mackenzie gets first start in Major League Soccer
Mar 26, 2025
Record store gives back with community music fund
Mar 21, 2025
From celebration to theft: a buzzy week for a local food forest
Mar 21, 2025
Historic vote ratifies K’ómoks Constitution and Treaty
Mar 20, 2025
Change through metamorphosis reflected in Nanaimo street banners
Mar 20, 2025
Local Nanaimo arts and culture group shares concerns about provincial funding
Mar 17, 2025
The smell of spring — herring spawn marks the new season
Mar 13, 2025
Local festival calls for the renewal of B.C. festival fund
Mar 06, 2025
Social Prescribing program tackles loneliness
Mar 06, 2025
Student protestor speaks out about unfair suspension
Mar 05, 2025
Options for Sexual Health clinics to stay open for another year
Mar 04, 2025
Air quality is improving in Courtenay, report shows
Mar 04, 2025
Tumultuous meeting passes housing service bylaw following controversial Alternative Approval Process
Mar 04, 2025
Leading-edge early education program landing at Airport Elementary
Feb 27, 2025
Why many Americans are planning on visiting Nanaimo in April
Feb 25, 2025
Challenging paperwork, poverty advocate group hosts event to assist people with low-income supports
Feb 20, 2025
VIU student showcases the voices of the foster care system through art
Feb 14, 2025
Comox Valley’s 10th annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser aims high: $225,000
Feb 14, 2025
Comox Valley recognized with Climate Adaptation award for park project
Feb 12, 2025
New Extreme Weather Response shelter opens in Courtenay
Feb 07, 2025
Baba Yaga play highlights women's empowerment
Feb 05, 2025
Brooklyn Elementary gears up for a bike bus
Feb 04, 2025
Fire devastates local recovery program housing
Feb 03, 2025
L’Arche chocolate festival expands in the Comox Valley
Jan 31, 2025
Downtown businesses team up to help those in need
Jan 30, 2025
Unsanctioned Overdose Prevention Site served Comox Valley hospital inpatients for five days
Jan 27, 2025
Nanaimo residents now have better access to treatment beds closer to home
Jan 24, 2025
Maffeo Sutton Park lights up in honour of Nanaimo’s 150 anniversary
Jan 23, 2025
Rescued raven gets new mews: homeless nevermore
Jan 22, 2025
Cumberland recruits volunteer citizen scientists for air quality monitoring
Jan 17, 2025
Local advocate calls for continued support of sexual health clinic
Jan 16, 2025
Land gifts and purchases expand Comox Valley parks
Jan 15, 2025
Nurses rally in Nanaimo ahead of contract renegotiations as student and new nurses face concerns in the field
Jan 14, 2025
Coming together to share discoveries and long-lost stories
Jan 11, 2025
Women’s hockey player reflects on local impacts of professional women’s league
Jan 10, 2025
Ammonite Falls Regional Trail closed due to 'aggressive' cougar spotted in the area
Jan 09, 2025
Budget simulator: City of Courtenay invites public input
Jan 07, 2025
CVRD invites residents to unified AAP information session January 9th
Jan 06, 2025
New Haida documentary The Stand premieres in Nanaimo on January 5th
Jan 02, 2025
Nanaimo Youth Poet Laureate reflects on year of growth, connections, and writing
Dec 31, 2024
Journey of self-governance: K’ómoks appoints Dr. Marion Buller, first Justice of the Peace
Dec 27, 2024
Celebrating a 5th anniversary by winter birding on the BC Bird Trail
Dec 27, 2024
Gift-wrapped library books lend holiday spirit
Dec 23, 2024
New drop-in daytime hub and nighttime shelter to open in Nanaimo
Dec 20, 2024
CVRD grants “chummy” future to Oyster River salmon
Dec 20, 2024
Options for Sexual Health fears closures across the province
Dec 19, 2024
Need for Food Shed grows in Cumberland
Dec 12, 2024
Rally outside City Hall: Where are the daytime warming centres?
Dec 12, 2024
Nanaimo toy drive sees a decrease in donations despite increase in registration
Dec 11, 2024
Winterfest shows that downtown Nanaimo’s heart is still beating
Dec 07, 2024
Baby boom! Vancouver Island marmots break records for 2024
Dec 05, 2024
Following denied AAP, Nanaimo council abandons borrowing bylaw
Dec 03, 2024
City of Nanaimo AAP to borrow $90 million for Public Works Yard fails
Nov 29, 2024
Nanaimo postal workers collecting Santa letters despite strike
Nov 29, 2024
Gender-affirming clothing event to support those on gender journeys
Nov 28, 2024
Volunteers still needed for Nanaimo Point-in-Time Count: United Way BC
Nov 22, 2024
City of Nanaimo to add free parking in Bastion Parkade during Commercial Street construction
Nov 21, 2024
Pop-up overdose prevention site opens across the street from NRGH
Nov 19, 2024
Nanaimo’s new poet laureate looks forward to sharing poetry and language
Nov 15, 2024
City of Nanaimo encourages all road users to be alert and be seen
Nov 14, 2024
Unboxing Bravery journeys through gender identity and finding your true self
Nov 13, 2024
The ‘Tinder of Construction' hopes to lower construction materials ending up in landfills
Nov 08, 2024
Local poverty advocate group connects low-income people with harder-to-find resources
Nov 06, 2024
Results of Public Works Yard AAP still not ready
Nov 06, 2024
Game on! New pickleball courts opens at Beban Park
Nov 01, 2024
Scout leader fears end of Historic Scout hut after fire damage and theft
Oct 30, 2024
Mid Island Elder College celebrates its first full semester
Oct 25, 2024
City of Nanaimo looks at expanding free downtown parking
Oct 24, 2024
Vancouver Island Symphony opens pearl anniversary season
Oct 18, 2024
ADHD advocacy event celebrates the “spice” of diagnosis in Nanaimo
Oct 17, 2024
Eby and Rustad make healthcare promises days before Election Day
Oct 17, 2024
Nanaimo-Gabriola Island Candidates present their case to students and young voters at VIUSU All Candidate Forum
Oct 11, 2024
Nanaimo-Lantzville candidates speak on student-centred questions at VIUSU All Candidate Forum
Oct 11, 2024
Nanaimo International Film Screening Society launches new film series
Oct 04, 2024
Vancouver Island University’s Students' Union hosts All Candidates Forum encouraging young voters to get out and vote
Oct 03, 2024
Seniors in Nanaimo rally for climate action
Oct 02, 2024
Provincial election kicks off in Nanaimo
Sep 27, 2024
VIU’s student press announces the return of its print magazine
Sep 26, 2024
Groups take over parking spaces in downtown Nanaimo to showcase a no vehicle future
Sep 20, 2024
School PAC encouraging more students to ride to school and road safety
Sep 20, 2024
Local artist hosts community mural project to connect and reflect
Sep 19, 2024
Local gleaning group looking to help pick fruits and vegetables to lower food waste
Sep 12, 2024
Snuneymuxw First Nation to purchase second casino on Vancouver Island
Sep 11, 2024
Parksville’s Nicholas Bennett wins double gold at Paralympics
Sep 09, 2024
Four outstanding Nanaimo citizens receive Coronation Medal
Sep 06, 2024
WildSafeBC reminding homeowners to keep their neighbourhood bear safe
Sep 05, 2024
Wellington Secondary School to receive six new prefabricated classrooms
Sep 03, 2024
With the school year about to start many students cannot afford basic needs: TD Poll
Aug 30, 2024
Outgoing Poet Laureate honoured in Poetry Walk
Aug 30, 2024
Nanaimo recognized as a Welcoming Francophone Community
Aug 27, 2024
New community funding boost will support food-sharing organizations in Nanaimo and across Vancouver Island
Aug 23, 2024
Nanaimo’s Ethan Katzberg celebrates winning gold at the Olympics
Aug 21, 2024
Canada’s last standing pro-Palestine encampment dismantled at VIU
Aug 20, 2024
Celebrating pride, Protection Island style
Aug 19, 2024
The fastest of the fastest will compete in Nanaimo for B.C.’s first-ever provincial speedcubing championship
Aug 17, 2024
BC Supreme Court orders the removal of VIU pro-Palestine encampment
Aug 16, 2024
Indigenous youth and young adults explore the world of aviation through event at the Nanaimo Airport
Aug 14, 2024
POCK! City to build eight new pickleball courts at Beban Park
Aug 10, 2024
Nanaimo Poet Laureate reflects on the past three years in the position
Aug 08, 2024
Purple chairs honour those who lost their lives to the overdose crisis
Aug 07, 2024
Nanaimo Curling Club finds a solution for broken chiller with a promising start to the season
Aug 02, 2024
Nanaimo’s ‘best kept secret’ farmer’s market holds 12-year anniversary
Aug 01, 2024
City announces third attempt at an AAP to borrow money for Public Works Yard
Jul 31, 2024
Province launches new supports for people returning to work following a disability
Jul 26, 2024
Local festival to showcase the magic of theatre in the outdoors
Jul 26, 2024
Nanaimo Art Gallery raises money for Artists in the Schools program
Jul 24, 2024
Snuneymuxw First Nation revives Coast Salish Games
Jul 23, 2024
New urgent and primary care centre announced for Nanaimo
Jul 18, 2024
Downtown Nanaimo village site returned to the Snuneymuxw First Nation
Jul 17, 2024
VIU encampment continues as university seeks injunction
Jul 16, 2024
Unitarian Shelter celebrates reopening after two month long renovations
Jul 16, 2024
VIU hands trespass notice to campus Pro-Palestine encampment
Jul 13, 2024
Local auto mechanic shop offers free etching service to combat catalytic converter theft
Jul 12, 2024
City of Nanaimo approves lease for new navigation centre
Jul 10, 2024
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools hosts school board trustee info night after trustee departs
Jul 05, 2024
Local business encourages those to take on the Plastic Free July Challenge
Jul 04, 2024
RDN to look into regulating sale of consumer-grade fireworks
Jun 28, 2024
Council looks at new option for upgrading Public Works Yard
Jun 27, 2024
Women strike outside Nanaimo Court House to bring awareness about women’s rights
Jun 26, 2024
Nanaimo Curling Club looks at options as a broken chiller could take out the start of next season
Jun 21, 2024
The Rainbow Project highlights different voices sharing their stories of finding pride
Jun 20, 2024
Nanaimo Public Safety Committee recommends new speed limits around schools
Jun 19, 2024
Organization opens donation boxes for books to be sent to those inside Nanaimo Correctional Centre
Jun 07, 2024
Pride and Transgender flag fly together for the first time at Nanaimo City Hall
Jun 06, 2024
Nanaimo Art Gallery showcases youth artwork at Shared Reveries exhibit
Jun 03, 2024
Provincial government seeks input on barriers in the workforce or accessing services
May 31, 2024
A new advocacy coalition has formed to ensure fair care for all of Vancouver Island
May 31, 2024
VIUSU fights for students’ rights to protest on campus
May 29, 2024
Pro-Palestinian encampment at VIU still stands after three weeks in
May 28, 2024
Authors host literary festival in support of student protestors
May 24, 2024
New Nanaimo Correctional Centre opens
May 23, 2024
Visiting exhibition addresses hate in the community
May 17, 2024
Nanaimo hair stylists host haircut-athon for the CatNap Society
May 16, 2024
Backyard Fest plays on
May 15, 2024
Doctors walk the walk while talking the talk on getting active
May 10, 2024
Regional District of Nanaimo reminds residents to be prepared for any emergency
May 09, 2024
City of Nanaimo works towards cleaning up invasive plants
May 07, 2024
New short-term rental rules take effect across the B.C.
May 02, 2024
Students set up a pro-Palestine encampment at VIU
May 02, 2024
New 51-unit supportive housing opening in Nanaimo
Apr 27, 2024
Old-growth logging protester sentenced to 60 days of jail
Apr 25, 2024
City of Nanaimo saw 1,170 new residential units built in 2023
Apr 24, 2024
Stash of believed stolen bicycles found by Nanaimo RCMP
Apr 20, 2024
New City of Nanaimo project combines poetry and nature
Apr 19, 2024
Parksville council finds some objections to local brewery application to extend hours
Apr 17, 2024
Healthcare advocacy groups call for improved care for those on central and north Vancouver Island
Apr 12, 2024
Local youth alternative learning program seeks regional distinct funding
Apr 10, 2024
Homelessness numbers in Nanaimo tripled since 2016
Apr 10, 2024
Ladysmith one step closer to finding photos for utility box wrap
Apr 09, 2024
Comox council hears from local homeless coalition
Apr 05, 2024
Increase parking enforcement coming to downtown Ladysmith
Apr 05, 2024
Ladysmith council updates Code of Conduct for Recreation Facilities Policy
Apr 03, 2024
Federal Conservative leader hosts rally in Nanaimo
Apr 03, 2024
Students hold sit-in at VIU following bag search
Mar 22, 2024
Nanaimo to increase fines for short-term rentals
Mar 21, 2024
Parksville Downtown Business Association to receive advance funding
Mar 19, 2024
Search is still on for new sani-dump in the Comox Valley
Mar 15, 2024
Dams in Nanaimo could kill hundreds if they fail says expert
Mar 15, 2024
RDN defers motion for increased curbside pickup fees
Mar 14, 2024
Ladysmith utility boxes getting a new look
Mar 12, 2024
Lantzville mayor upset about council erecting ‘roadblocks’ on park cleanup
Mar 12, 2024
Leader of federal NDP Jagmeet Singh stops by in Nanaimo
Mar 09, 2024
Comox Council hears about the potential impacts of Bill 44 on urban forests
Mar 08, 2024
Parksville council defers motion for multi-unit development bylaw amendment for Englishman River
Mar 06, 2024
Micro apartments coming to downtown Nanaimo
Mar 06, 2024
Nanaimo council asks province and feds to protect Harewood Plains
Mar 06, 2024
AAP results approves new health and wellness service for Gabriola Island
Mar 01, 2024
Short term rentals causing harm in Qualicum Beach says planner
Mar 01, 2024
Nanaimo council slows down on school zone changes
Feb 29, 2024
Minimum wage increase isn’t enough says advocate
Feb 28, 2024
Affordable housing proposed for Parksville
Feb 28, 2024
Cumberland Village Council approves exemption to the noise control bylaw for summer concert series
Feb 27, 2024
Death of 23-year old Sophia was ‘preventable’ says Manly
Feb 24, 2024
Maple Sugar Festival celebrates French culture and maple sugar
Feb 24, 2024
$450,000 increase for Seventh Street Pump Station
Feb 23, 2024
Workshop teaches the value and importance behind land acknowledgments
Feb 23, 2024
It’s an election year, do you know what your riding is?
Feb 22, 2024
Nanaimo to host Inclusion BC conference
Feb 21, 2024
March held in Nanaimo to honour MMIWG
Feb 16, 2024
Climate scientist says RDN director used an ‘anti-science trope’
Feb 16, 2024
VIU student designs new chocolate in France
Feb 14, 2024
'Watch your back Brown': Nanaimo city councillor responds to threats
Feb 14, 2024
Second AAP for Nanaimo Operations Centre cancelled
Feb 13, 2024
New yoga practice in Nanaimo promotes destressing, laughter
Feb 09, 2024
Nanaimo looking for people to act together for climate
Feb 08, 2024
Bringing art and design to the streets of Nanaimo
Feb 07, 2024
Crimson Coast Dance Celebrates African Culture and Connections
Feb 07, 2024
Lack of prescribers in Nanaimo limiting access to safer supply
Feb 06, 2024
New Nanaimo Art Gallery exhibition looks at the stories that animate us
Feb 02, 2024
Minister of Housing promises middle-income housing in Nanaimo
Feb 02, 2024
Nanaimo African Heritage Society kicks off Black History Month
Feb 02, 2024
Nanaimo councillor calls for vacancy control as rent skyrockets
Feb 01, 2024
New act, service aim to protect those whose intimate images shared without their consent
Jan 31, 2024
New transitional housing project announced for Chase River
Jan 30, 2024
The Vault Cafe celebrates 10 years
Jan 26, 2024
Premier rejects call for non-prescribed safe supply as BC sets drug death record
Jan 26, 2024
VIU students make space to talk about mental health
Jan 25, 2024
Art therapist helps teens envision their goals
Jan 24, 2024
Green Party Indigenous affairs critic guilty of contempt of court
Jan 23, 2024
Qualicum Beach finds a new proposed location for pickleball courts
Jan 20, 2024
Second AAP for Nanaimo Operations Centre starts
Jan 19, 2024
Heavy snow closes schools and stops transit in Nanaimo
Jan 17, 2024
Paige Pierce named Nanaimo’s Youth Poet Laureate
Jan 17, 2024
Nanaimo council approves letter of support for Habitat for Humanity Mid-Vancouver Island
Jan 17, 2024
Trudeau does not support premise of South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
Jan 13, 2024
Night work to affect late night and early morning sailings for those on Gabriola Island
Jan 12, 2024
BC to offer Canada’s first self-screening kit for cervical cancer
Jan 12, 2024
Nanaimo warming centres extend hours during cold weather
Jan 12, 2024
Significant snowfall expected for East Vancouver Island
Jan 11, 2024
Jen Gerson to talk at VIU about free speech and the Online News Act
Jan 10, 2024
Nanaimo-Ladysmith MP to host mobile office events
Jan 08, 2024
Bus service extending to Hullo ferry terminal
Jan 06, 2024
Craig Evans recognized for his legacy in the community
Jan 05, 2024
VIU and faculty association reach tentative agreement
Jan 05, 2024
RCMP arrest suspect for aggravated assault, searching DBL Disposal Services
Jan 03, 2024
Year in review: Mayor of Parksville looks back on 2023
Dec 28, 2023
The holidays are not the time for impaired driving
Dec 22, 2023
Nanaimo budget passes setting 8% property tax hike
Dec 22, 2023
Construction starts on new housing for women and children fleeing violence in Nanaimo
Dec 21, 2023
Say Hullo to love
Dec 21, 2023
Nanaimo council votes to not build affordable housing on Five Acres Farm
Dec 20, 2023
More money for downtown businesses targeted by vandalism
Dec 20, 2023
City to increase funding for free public showers
Dec 16, 2023
Transit workers in Comox and Campbell River on strike
Dec 15, 2023
Mural recognizes the transition from hate to hope
Dec 15, 2023
Public safety association concerned about second downtown warming centre
Dec 15, 2023
Qualicum Beach Elementary students name Salamander Pond
Dec 13, 2023
Santa lands at Nanaimo hospital
Dec 13, 2023
Drug deaths spike in Nanaimo
Dec 13, 2023
Nanaimo Art Gallery continues the search for a new home
Dec 09, 2023
Nanaimo celebrates first night of ​​Chanukah
Dec 08, 2023
Free flu and Covid shot family clinics on Vancouver Island
Dec 08, 2023
VIU honours those lost to gender-based violence
Dec 08, 2023
Residents ask City of Nanaimo about next year's draft financial plan at E-town hall
Dec 07, 2023
Nanaimo council votes to proceed with second AAP for Operations Centre
Dec 06, 2023
Projected 8% property tax hike in Nanaimo city budget
Dec 04, 2023
Road reopens after construction on Albert St and Fourth St
Dec 02, 2023
Qualicum First Nation celebrates pentl’ach language reawakening
Dec 01, 2023
Nanaimo Operations Centre approval done improperly
Dec 01, 2023
Nanaimo council looks at limiting tax incentive for new multi-family housing
Nov 30, 2023
Nanaimo cleanup operation receives over 2 million dollars to clean BC coastlines
Nov 29, 2023
Nanaimo's draft financial plan
Nov 28, 2023
Parksville residents support treatment centre in emotional public hearing
Nov 25, 2023
Gabriola health and wellbeing service needs voter approval
Nov 24, 2023
Nanaimo calls for amendment of upzoning bill
Nov 23, 2023
Transgender Day of Remembrance marked in Nanaimo
Nov 21, 2023
VI Short Film Festival introduces Youth Showcase
Nov 17, 2023
Ladysmith considering new town flag
Nov 16, 2023
Over 50 local officials in B.C. call for a ceasefire in Gaza
Nov 15, 2023
Housing minister says Parksville must build more long-term rentals
Nov 09, 2023
At least 1,773 overdose calls in Nanaimo this year
Nov 08, 2023
Hundreds in Nanaimo march for a ceasefire in Gaza
Nov 07, 2023
Nanaimo—Ladysmith MP calls for ceasefire in Gaza
Nov 04, 2023
Nanaimo councillor Tyler Brown to give keynote at Urban Issues Film Festival
Nov 03, 2023
City of Nanaimo funds daytime warming centre
Nov 02, 2023
Alternative Approval Process for Nanaimo Operations Centre sparks opposition
Nov 01, 2023
People weigh in on Five Acres Farm affordable housing proposals
Oct 28, 2023
Premier David Eby addresses challenges to Vancouver Island’s economy
Oct 26, 2023
Vancouver Island economic summit focuses on collaborative solutions
Oct 25, 2023