When Fiona and Kara Shedden, a wife-and-wife team, began Burnt Honey Dessert Company in Nanaimo over six years ago, they dreamed of a shop where people could enjoy sweet treats and be their true selves. What started in a farmers' market stall has become one of Nanaimo’s favourite small businesses…
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Looking for bright colour, bold authenticity, and a deep sense of care? That’s what you’ll find with Myles Does My Hair, also known as A Vivid Edge Salon & Spa . Located on Departure Bay Road, this queer-owned salon has become a go-to for personal transformation, gender-inclusive services, and…
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Nanaimo isn’t just a pass-through on the parkway; it’s a destination that deserves your whole weekend. Sure, people love to jet off to vineyard valleys or chase waves up island, but don’t sleep on what’s right here. If you plan your belly, body and soul nourishing escape in Nanaimo, you’ll find a…
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By Lauren Semple (she/they), inclusive destination development consultant and Pride enthusiast. Nanaimo Pride Week 2025 was everything it promised to be: louder, prouder, and bursting with energy that’ll carry me all year long. From sunset dance parties to BIG parade crowds and shared queer joy…
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By Lauren Semple (she/they), inclusive destination development consultant and avid adventure seeker. If a zipline sounds better than a sun lounger, welcome to your next favourite destination. Nanaimo, BC, is more than beaches and brunch; it’s an eclectic coastal community where the outdoors calls…
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At Tourism Nanaimo, we believe that everyone deserves to feel welcome. That’s more than a tagline - it’s part of what makes this place special. Here, we say “Come as You Are,” and we mean it. We've taken that to heart as travel trends shift and visitor expectations evolve. We knew that to truly…
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We know, we’ve been making headlines a LOT lately (in the best way possible!). If you haven’t heard, our friend and proud Nanaimo local, Tod Maffin, recently went viral for extending an open invitation to our Southern Neighbours. The offer? A weekend full of unforgettable events, Canadian…
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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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Welcome to the next chapter of Tourism Nanaimo's journey towards fostering a more inclusive destination. The 2SLGBTQ+ Travel webpage is a big digital step in our journey. This blog post highlights our ongoing commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and the steps we’re taking to drive meaningful change…
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