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After near extinction, Vancouver Island Marmot population breaks milestone .

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After near extinction, Vancouver Island Marmot population breaks milestone
A Vancouver Island conservation organization is celebrating hitting a...
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December 23, 2025 at 9:30 PM
New Snuneymuxw program works to keep traditional lands flourishing for future generations.

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New Snuneymuxw program works to keep traditional lands flourishing for future generations
Combining his work with cultural practice has always been important for...
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December 17, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Nanaimo Regional Hospital District commits to covering 100 per cent to build cardiac care lab.

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Nanaimo Regional Hospital District commits to covering 100 per cent to build cardiac care lab
The call for better cardiac care in Nanaimo may soon be answered, as the...
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December 16, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Risebridge wants no one to celebrate the holidays alone in Nanaimo and Oceanside.

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Risebridge wants no one to celebrate the holidays alone in Nanaimo and Oceanside
As the cost of living continues to rise and the number of those unhoused...
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December 12, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Here’s a 28 min interview on recovery & substance reduction supportive #housing , how it fits w #harmreduction #housingfirst . Also BC’s broader strategy & challenges w opening & keeping SH . #Nanaimo #yyj #bcpoli vancouverislandmentalhealthsociety.org/podcast/nana...
Nanaimo supportive housing planned for those aiming to minimize substance use
"Sparrow" project geared towards people on road to reducing substance use
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December 8, 2025 at 2:44 PM
VIU student talks about her time at COP 30 in Brazil.

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VIU student talks about her time at COP 30 in Brazil
Every year, world leaders, scientists and climate activists meet to make...
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December 5, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Digging into Democratic and electoral reform recommendations in British Columbia.

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Digging into Democratic and electoral reform recommendations in British Columbia
A body tasked with improving our democracy has made dozens of...
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December 3, 2025 at 10:53 PM
We want to know, what were your Top 5 albums/releases of 2025? Who should our music librarians be keeping an eye on for new music locally, across Canada, and around the world?
December 2, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Dress for success: new VIU ‘Career Closet’ offers free professional clothing for students.

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Dress for success: new VIU ‘Career Closet’ offers free professional clothing for students
A new service through Vancouver Island University’s Career Studio is...
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December 1, 2025 at 8:48 PM
UBCM has red flags over Bill M216 that would fast-track housing in British Columbia.

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UBCM has red flags over Bill M216 that would fast-track housing in British Columbia
MLA for Nanaimo–Lantzville, George Anderson, is currently moving forward...
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November 28, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Why are Humpback Whale collisions increasing?.

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Why are Humpback Whale collisions increasing?
Humpback whales are returning to the Salish Sea in growing numbers, but...
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November 26, 2025 at 10:31 PM
UVic students plan to run from Victoria to Nanaimo to raise money for men’s mental health.

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UVic students plan to run from Victoria to Nanaimo to raise money for men’s mental health
Two university students are training for the biggest run of their lives,...
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November 26, 2025 at 9:41 PM
A new look for the former A&B Sounds building, highlighting local creatives .

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A new look for the former A&B Sounds building, highlighting local creatives
Owners of the Soundworks Market Hall hosted a preview of the former A&B...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Harmac CEO reponds to motion around industrial land use generates lengthy debate at Nanaimo City Council.

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Harmac CEO reponds to motion around industrial land use generates lengthy debate at Nanaimo City Council
A motion about industrial land use divided Nanaimo city council in a...
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November 22, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Artwalk returns to celebrate and showcase local talent in downtown Nanaimo.

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Artwalk returns to celebrate and showcase local talent in downtown Nanaimo
Once again, downtown Nanaimo will be taken over by artists showcasing...
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November 21, 2025 at 10:05 PM
It's real sweet when you get some love on the local subreddit. You can give us a follow if you want, or leave a nice comment here.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Devours left no crumbs at Woodstove Festival.

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Devours left no crumbs at Woodstove Festival
Nanaimo-born artist Jeff Cancade returned to Woodstove for their second...
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November 14, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Changes to the B.C disability assistance will remove barriers for couples.

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Changes to the B.C disability assistance will remove barriers for couples
Couples who receive disability assistance will now be able to be with...
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November 14, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Cumberland’s Woodstove Festival brings community together in year of record ticket demand.

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Cumberland’s Woodstove Festival brings community together in year of record ticket demand
Now in its ninth year, demand for the Woodstove Music and Arts Festival...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:24 PM
"A Baker’s Dozen," Nanaimo playwright tackles mental illness at OV Arts Centre.

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"A Baker’s Dozen," Nanaimo playwright tackles mental illness at OV Arts Centre
A new play coming to Downtown Nanaimo’s OV Arts Centre is looking to...
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November 12, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Comox Valley Pride critical of Conservative MLA Brennan Day over ‘bigoted’ OneBC bill.

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Comox Valley Pride critical of Conservative MLA Brennan Day over ‘bigoted’ OneBC bill
The Pride Society of the Comox Valley shared a letter addressed to MLA...
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November 8, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Career potter in Ladysmith gives back to ceramics community.

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Career potter in Ladysmith gives back to ceramics community
A local potter with 40 years of experience is sharing her knowledge in a...
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November 8, 2025 at 12:08 AM
“We are serving more people than ever before.” Nanaimo food bank faces its biggest decline in donations while seeing an increase in need.

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“We are serving more people than ever before.” Nanaimo food bank faces its biggest decline in donations while seeing an increase in need
Loaves & Fishes Community Food Bank is facing unprecedented difficulties...
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November 6, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Nanaimo mayor and city staff respond to data centre water use concerns.

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Nanaimo mayor and city staff respond to data centre water use concerns
Plans for a data centre in Nanaimo have generated significant attention...
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November 6, 2025 at 11:04 PM