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A major land purchase could see Hamilton Marsh, south of Qualicum Beach, held as a regional park.

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Contributions mounting for RDN purchase of Hamilton Marsh
NANAIMO - The purchase of an expansive area south of Qualicum Beach, envisioned to become a regional park, is ...
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February 1, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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Improvements to accessibility are coming to the Town of Ladysmith, after their council approved their first-ever Accessibility Plan.

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‘Provide a great framework:’ Ladysmith Accessibility Plan approved
LADYSMITH - Accessibility improvements are coming to Ladysmith, after Council approved its first-ever plan to ...
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January 31, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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A new art installation at the Bowen Road Cemetery is offering healing one-way conversations with lost loved ones through a 'wind phone'.

#Nanaimo

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‘A moment of connection:’ new wind phone installed at Nanaimo cemetery
NANAIMO - A new art installation at one of the city's most solemn spaces is now installed. A wind phone is one...
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January 31, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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A former realtor has been fined for butchering a property sale in Deep Bay in 2018.

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Former realtor fined for botched sale north of Qualicum Beach
NANAIMO - Failing to disclose a rural property for sale was under a restrictive archeological designation resu...
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January 31, 2026 at 12:32 AM
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A versatile construction crane helped crews quickly lower an injured #Nanaimo worker.

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Multi-use crane aids recovery of wounded Nanaimo worker
NANAIMO - An injured construction worker was promptly brought down to safety and into the care of paramedics, ...
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January 30, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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The star of iconic shows and movies like Home Alone and Schitt's Creek, Catherine O'Hara has passed away at the age of 71.

Representatives say her passing comes after a brief illness.

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Canadian comedy giant Catherine O’Hara dead at 71
Canadian comedy giant Catherine O'Hara, known for over-the-top performances in "Schitt's Creek" and "SCTV" and a memorable turn as a stressed-out mom determined to reunite with her kid in "Home Alone,...
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January 30, 2026 at 8:59 PM
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Nanaimo RCMP are asking the public for help in locating 28-year-old Dustin Anderson.

Family say a prolonged absence is our of character for Anderson, who may have been trying to get to Victoria.

#Nanaimo
January 30, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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Rainfall warnings are in place for large sections of Vancouver Island, including Nanoose, Parksville and Qualicum Beach.

Rain is expected to continue through the day, with high streamflow advisories also issued for local waterways.

#Nanaimo #Parksville

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Rainfall warning issued for Oceanside, Island flooding a concern
NANAIMO - A steady downpour of rain over the last couple of days, coupled with more to come, is prompting some...
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January 30, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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A new core for the future is on board with the Nanaimo Timbermen, as they picked up six first round picks in the annual Western Lacrosse Association Thursday night.

A pair of local stars were also added as territorial picks.

#Nanaimo

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Timbermen make six first round picks in 2026 WLA draft
NANAIMO - The Nanaimo Timbermen dominated the 2026 WLA draft with six of the first seven selections in the fir...
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January 30, 2026 at 6:28 PM
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A pair of high-powered electric vehicle chargers are now online in Nanaimo and are unlike anything else in the region.

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Vancouver Island’s fastest EV chargers officially open in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - New EV chargers recently opened to the public are promising to deliver 100 kilometres worth of trave...
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January 30, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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A new timing system being installed at Nanaimo's Marie Davidson BMX Park is set to further cement the facility as one of the top tracks of its kind in the province.

The $16,000 system will also serve as a major rider development tool.

#Nanaimo

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‘More competitive racing:’ new timing system being installed at Nanaimo BMX track
NANAIMO - A recently revamped BMX track is receiving some timely new technology.The City of Nanaimo recently a...
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January 30, 2026 at 12:07 AM
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It's the third time this season the Nanaimo Clippers have unveiled a new captain.

The team hopes Will Subject is the man to lead the team into the BCHL post-season this spring.

#Nanaimo

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Will Subject steps into Clippers captaincy role
NANAIMO - For the third time this season the Clippers have named a new captain.Will Subject now wears the 'C' ...
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January 29, 2026 at 10:24 PM
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The Nanaimo RCMP is emphasizing the important role of local Block Watch groups, after multiple stolen items were recovered with the help of a keen-eyed resident.

#Nanaimo

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Nanaimo break-in victim and police team up to retrieve stolen valuables
NANAIMO - What could have been a significant setback for an Old City Quarter resident quickly reversed after a...
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January 29, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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A new study is highlighting a sharp drop in usable water coming from areas of the Candaian Rockies, highlighting issues with a reducing snowpack.

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‘Creeping snow drought’: Canadian research shows less snowpack a concern
New research shows less snowpack in certain regions of Canada can have wide-ranging effects on everything from farms and wildlife to the broader economy. The Concordia University study, published in t...
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January 29, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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An upcoming charity hockey game in Parksville featuring the VIJHL's Oceanside Generals versus local Emergency Responders is raising money for a pair of local causes.

#oceanside #nanaimo #vijhl #charityhockey #fundraiser

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Parksville charity hockey game backs valued causes
PARKSVILLE - A lot more beyond goals and assists will be on the line when the Oceanside Generals suit up again...
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January 29, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Mounties in Ladysmith are reporting a drop in most crime-related calls during the last quarter of 2025 compared to the year before.

#Ladysmith #Nanaimo

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Ladysmith RCMP reports drop in most crime-related calls
LADYSMITH - Crime statistics are down in Ladysmith, but there are still areas with room for improvement. A fiv...
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January 29, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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The FIFA World Cup trophy will be in Vancouver and on display in early April, as part of a world tour ahead of the 48-team tournament this summer.

Vancouver kicks off a seven-city Canadian leg of the tour.

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World Cup Trophy set to tour Canada in April, May ahead of summer soccer showcase
The World Cup Trophy is coming to Canada, ahead of this summer's soccer showcase. The trophy will make stops in Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa and Toronto from April 9 to May ...
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January 28, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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A temporary permitting framework for RV's on private property is being sought by the Regional District of #Nanaimo.

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RDN pursues temporary permitting for RV’s on private property
NANAIMO - A stopgap measure appears to be on the way to help address affordable housing challenges in the mid-...
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January 28, 2026 at 8:09 PM
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A temporary permitting framework for RV's on private property is being sought by the Regional District of #Nanaimo.

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RDN pursues temporary permitting for RV’s on private property
NANAIMO - A stopgap measure appears to be on the way to help address affordable housing challenges in the mid-...
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January 28, 2026 at 8:07 PM
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A strike vote is due early next month for roughly 6,000 ambulance paramedics and emergency dispatchers in B.C.

The Union representing members says contract negotiations have stalled in recent weeks.

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B.C. paramedics and emergency dispatchers set February date for strike vote
VANCOUVER — The union representing ambulance paramedics and emergency dispatchers in British Columbia says its more than 6,000 members will be taking a strike vote in early February. Ambulance Paramed...
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January 28, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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An NFL wide receiver delivered some like lessons to a large group of Nanaimo youth

#nanaimo #nyjets #lifelessons

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‘Setbacks don’t mean stop:’ NFL receiver delivers key life advice to Nanaimo youth
NANAIMO - An NFL wide receiver helped dispense some valuable life lessons like an all-star quarterback, using ...
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January 28, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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The City of Nanaimo is looking for feedback on a potential policy to assist renters displaced by building renovations.

#Nanaimo

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City of Nanaimo seeks feedback on proposed renter relocation policy
NANAIMO - The City is working on a policy for renters displaced by renovations and who need support.A survey w...
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January 28, 2026 at 12:10 AM
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A series of Pacific storms are set to start hitting the region beginning Tuesday night and continuing through at least Friday.

Forecasters are warning of strong winds and prolonged, widespread rainfall.

#Nanaimo #Parksville

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‘The concern is duration:’ series of storms lining up to hit Nanaimo & Oceanside
NANAIMO - A series of storms due to hit the region this week as the attention of forecasters.Environment Canad...
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January 27, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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Nationwide air travel is returning to normal Tuesday, after massive storms across much of the North American east cancelled flights.

Toronto's Pearson International saw a record snowfall, leading to dozens of cancellations.

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Air travel recovery ramps up after snow blast, but thousands still face cancellations
Air travel picked back up in earnest today as crews cleared the remnants of a record-breaking snowstorm in Central Canada from the tarmacs. Aviation analytics firm Cirium says Toronto's Pearson airpor...
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January 27, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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In a bid to encourage more affordable housing units to be built, the City of Nanaimo is looking to remove some red tape for developers.

#nanaimo #development #affordablehousing

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Nanaimo pursuing ‘overlay’ zoning to encourage affordable housing builds
NANAIMO - The City is aiming to remove a few layers of red tape to encourage more affordable housing units to ...
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January 27, 2026 at 2:58 PM