An Update on the Commercial Street Construction As you might’ve noticed, the Commercial Street makeover is in full swing with a new look scheduled to debut in May 2025. While traffic and parking between Wharf and Church Streets are taking a break, you can still cruise through Commercial Street…
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With fall coming to a close, Nanaimo is heading straight into another quiet, peaceful Winter Season. While the Island’s rainy season might have a little bit of a reputation, Nanaimo still boasts some of the warmest winter temperatures in Canada! Looking for more reasons to visit Nanaimo this…
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Did you know that there’s a creative, vibrant community of artists just minutes away from downtown Nanaimo? From October 12-14, these talented creators will open their personal studios to the public, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at their workspaces and processes. It’s the perfect chance…
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Heads up, Nanaimo! The first phase of the Design Commercial Project is kicking off downtown! This exciting project will give Commercial Street a fresh new look while making the street more welcoming, accessible and inclusive. So what’s affected? From now until May 2025, traffic on Commercial…
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CALLING ALL NANAIMOITES! Do you know someone who does good for their community? Loves Nanaimo and is always giving back? We want you to nominate a local Nanaimo resident who you think truly does good in the community to be featured in our upcoming campaign. A one-of-a-kind city for…
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From a gentle acoustic dinner accompaniment to the pounding bass of late-night club tunes and everything in between – Nanaimo’s got its finger on the pulse of the music scene! Nanaimo has strong roots in the Jazz and Blues communities and several homegrown music artists have gone on to have…
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Blog by: Lauren Semple The countdown to Nanaimo Pride Week 2024 has begun, and excitement is in the air! The Nanaimo Pride Society has been hard at work planning and preparing for this year’s events. Prepare to join us in a joyous celebration of diversity, inclusion, and love as we come together…
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Blog by: Lauren Semple Welcome to Nanaimo—the ultimate destination for 2SLGBTQ+ travellers seeking an inclusive and vibrant experience with unparalleled outdoor beauty and recreation access. In this coastal city, diversity isn't just celebrated; it's woven into the fabric of everyday life. From…
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Picture this: A lively, bustling crowd of locals and visitors enjoying the sights, sounds and entertainment of a summer festival in Nanaimo. There’s nothing quite like an event to bring people together and in Nanaimo, we have some iconic events and festivals throughout the year that shouldn’t be…
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Calling all cycling enthusiasts! If you’re looking for somewhere to ride a gnarly trail, feel the wind through your helmet or test out some new tricks and turns, look no further than Nanaimo – where cyclists of all skill levels are welcome to join the ride! Do you enjoy ripping and riding on a…
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