An exciting event filled with art, music, and community spirit is coming to Nanaimo. The Foundation for Artistic Expression's upcoming IGNITE2024 NatureNurture Mental Health Gala is aimed at supporting the vulnerable and at-risk youth of Nanaimo. The gala is set to take place on Sept. 14, 2024. One of the gala's key pa...

For parents seeking hassle-free swimming lessons with flexibility, availability, and guaranteed results, AquaSTAR is making waves in Nanaimo. Originating from Vancouver, this program, now led by Nanaimo-native Tristan Tolley, brings personalized swimming instruction to all ages and skill levels. Tolley noted that being...

Save the date for September 14, 2024, for IGNITE2024 - NatureNurture, as the Vancouver Island Conference Centre transforms into an artistic experience of charitable activity as we aim to raise $100,000 for vulnerable and at-risk youth in Nanaimo. Prepare for an evening of extraordinary performances featuring a diverse ...

Foundation for Artistic Expression, a Canadian non-profit organization committed to uniting all communities, through artistic expression, to provide accessible and available resources for mental health. By providing a platform that creates spaces for everyone to belong and contribute on their own terms, the organizatio...

There is much to be proud of when reflecting on the work done over the first year of Vancouver Island's Tailgate Toolkit Harm Reduction Project. The project, a first of its kind in British Columbia, was created in response to the disproportionate number of men in construction, trades and forestry and transportation dyi...

NANAIMO - Say hello to a cuddly and goofy boy eager to be your new best friend.Nathan is a three-year-old Labrador Retriever/Belgian Malinois mix who's the ultimate snuggle bug.Nathan would love to be the new permanent resident on your couch, and will stick by you through all of life's adventures!You can submit an appl...

NANAIMO - Bridget is a seven-month-old Flemish Giant rabbit and might be the most happy-go-lucky rabbit you've ever met.Bridget is playful, cuddly, and eager to show her love to her humans, especially if they have treats!This indoor-only rabbit would make a great addition to any family who's able to help her meet her f...

NANAIMO - A dog built for the cold is looking for her forever home in the temperate rainforests of Vancouver Island.Meet Luna, an 11-month-old Siberian Husky/Alaskan Malamute who is full of energy and is eager to please.Luna is very playful, vocal, and full of spunk, and will do well in a home which can match her vibe,...

NANAIMO - Meet Timmy! Also known as Tim or Timothy, Timmy's favourite name is when you call him handsome.This fun-loving, three-year-old Labrador Retriever/German Shepherd mix is an energetic dog with lots of love to give.He's a master at fetch, but still very god reactive, and would need to be in an adult-only patient...

NANAIMO - Milo might be six years old, but you'd never know it by how much kitty energy he brings to every situation.Milo is sweet as pie and incredibly friendly to whoever brings him treats and pets.Any home would be lucky to have Milo in it! You can submit an application online and book an appointment if it's a match...

NANAIMO - Meet Sapphire, a former street cat who's ready for an indoor life.Sapphire came to the Nanaimo SPCA with several deep wounds on her back, likely from being grabbed by another animal.She spent some time in foster care and recently got spayed, with the vet giving her a clean bill of health, which means she's re...

NANAIMO - The Vancouver Island Crisis Society (VICS) is an Island Health contracted service providing 24/7 Vancouver Island Crisis Line Support. The Crisis Society also provides a variety of community support services to accommodate Vancouver Island's growing population and growing need for crisis support, suicide bere...

Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has been providing exemplary care to patients with severe, life-threatening illnesses and injuries in the current Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 50 years. When you need this level of care, it is critical the ICU has the latest medical equipment and a state-of-the-art space to acc...

NANAIMO - When choosing a daycare or early education facility, there are some basic things you should know and insist upon. We've laid out the top 5 things to look for in a daycare to help you make this important decision. 1. Reliability and Flexibility There's nothing worse than having to fit in last minute arrangemen...

NANAIMO - One and done? Not in today's world. Thanks to DIY blogs, Pinterest, and the creative spirit of passionate crafters and artisans across the Island, prolonging the life of an item by purchasing it second hand, or re-purposing that item entirely for an art or craft project is easier than ever, and it's better fo...