Lifeguards, swim instructors and Nanaimo pool photos with the text "Apply Now, Permanent Full-Time Aquatic Supervisor, Learn more at www.nanaimo.ca"
The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Aquatic Supervisor. Learn more by visiting www.nanaimo.ca/docs/your-go...
Municipal elections impact your daily life, from roads and parks to housing and safety.
With BC’s next local election set for Oct. 17, 2026, we break down what voters and potential candidates need to know.
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City buses parked along the street with a call to fill out a comment form before the deadline.
Only a few days left, #Nanaimo! Don't miss out on providing your feedback on the plans for the Country Club Utility and Mobility Upgrades project. Get involved by filling out a comment form before Friday, April 17. Visit https://ow.ly/vuQG50YItQC
#MyNanaimo This Week: Our annual catch basin cleaning program begins today, join us to celebrate Earth Day and a call for artists to apply for Luminous Paths 2027. Read on for more! ow.ly/syea50YInm2 #Nanaimo #YCD
Aerial view of Nanaimo looking towards the Salish Sea with text announcing a Finance & Audit Meeting on April 15 at 9 AM.
This week's Finance and Audit Committee meeting includes presentations on the updated 2026 City of #Nanaimo budget. The meeting takes place on Apr 15 at 9 am in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Attend in person or watch live or a recording online: https://ow.ly/SVLH50YGO6S
The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Urban Forester. for more information, visit: www.nanaimo.ca/docs/your-go...
#Nanaimo commuters: Two 24 hr/day closures on Third St starting Apr 13. Howard/Third intersection closed Apr 13-May 8. Third St btwn Howard and Pine closed Apr 13 - Aug 13. Detours in place. Expect delays, plan ahead. More info: https://ow.ly/wete50YH9bq
[April 9, 2026]
City crews discovered significant damage to a set of stairs in Beach Estates Park this morning. Due to the extent of the damage, a portion of the park will be temporarily closed to ensure public safety. Repairs will take place over the next week. #YCD #Nanaimo
Map highlighting road work on southbound Bowen Rd between Pryde Ave and Quarterway Bridge with a construction warning sign.
#Nanaimo commuters: Road work on southbound lanes on Bowen Rd btwn Pryde Ave and Quarterway Bridge will take place on April 8 from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. If possible, plan an alternate route.
#MyNanaimo This Week: Help us celebrate Water to Earth Month, get your tickets for the 2026 Culture Awards and register for trail running. Read on for more! ow.ly/En9650YF6HI #Nanaimo #YCD
#MyNanaimo This Week: Help shape the future of the Country Club transit exchange, take a walk in the park and participate in Water to Earth Month. Read on for more! ow.ly/wbMw50YAS8n #Nanaimo #YCD
A new #Nanaimo bid opportunity for Information Technology Service Management Replacement has been posted here: nanaimo.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tende...
Notice is hereby given by the City of #Nanaimo of its intent to direct award a contract for a John Deer Mower to Prairie Coast Equipment Inc. has been posted here: https://ow.ly/e6bU50YypQN
#Nanaimo commuters: Departure Bay Rd between Newton St and Hammond Bay Rd is closed until further notice due to a tree across power lines. Detour in place via Newton & Bay St. City crews are working to clear roads & @bchydro.bsky.social crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.
Fallen trees blocking pathways and yards after a windstorm in Nanaimo, with cleanup efforts underway.
Our parks crews are visiting parks today to inspect the damage and check for any safety issues following yesterdays windstorm and will begin clean up later this week. If you are visiting #Nanaimo's parks, please use caution. More info here: https://ow.ly/uQA950YyOPN
Close-up of a black bear standing in green foliage during daylight.
Heads up #Nanaimo: A bear has been spotted at Lotus Pinnatus Park. If you are in the area use caution. Parks crews are putting up signage to notify park users of the bear.
#MyNanaimo This Week: Get your tickets for the 2026 Culture Awards, check out behind the scenes at the OV Arts Centre and help us celebrate Water to Earth month. Read on for more! ow.ly/ujRk50YxKbU #Nanaimo #YCD
A new #Nanaimo bid opportunity for External Audit Services for the City of Nanaimo has been posted here: https://ow.ly/mptg50Ywujg
Correction: Please stay at least 100 metres away from sea lions.
Sea lions are gathering on #Nanaimo's shores to feed. Please stay at a safe distance (min 50 m) from them as they may bite and approaching them/trying to feed or interact w them is a violation of federal Marine Mammal regulations w a fine up to $100,000.
A Notice of Intent to direct award to Charter Telecom Inc. has been posted here: https://ow.ly/6i2p50YvWZB #Nanaimo
We are seeking proposals for temporary public art for the 2027 Luminous Paths festival - #Nanaimo’s biannual winter festival of light, art, land and community! Deadline to submit is 11:59 pm Pacific Time, June 14, 2026. For more information, visit: ow.ly/qMhf50YvW6Y
#MyNanaimo This Week: Tickets are now available for our 2026 Culture Awards, get ready for Water to Earth Month and review the concept plan for the Country Club Upgrades today. Read on for more! ow.ly/fBzv50YuTOS #Nanaimo #YCD
Heads up, #Nanaimo! Albert Street will be closed between Milton Street and Prideaux Street from March 18 to March 19, 2026, to facilitate a railway crossing upgrade. The closure will be in effect 24 hours/day for the duration of the work, as the rail crossing will be impassable during construction.
A Request for Proposal for RRFB - Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (Solo Pedestrian Crossing) has been posted on our bids&tenders site. Interested? Learn more and submit here: nanaimo.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tende...
What do you value most about #Nanaimo’s coastal areas? There are only a few days left to participate in the values survey for the Sea Level Rise Management Plan Project. Head over to https://ow.ly/uUnL50YezJv before March 13 to share your thoughts: https://ow.ly/oANA50YezJu
Water main flushing starts today in north #Nanaimo from Entwhistle Drive to Dickenson Road. If you spot discoloured water, it is temporary and not a health hazard, and you can flush it out by running the cold water tap until the water runs clear. https://ow.ly/hTwV50YrzsT
#MyNanaimo This Week: Join a free public art tour of Lighting a Path, get ready to register for recreation programs and we need your feedback on a few initiatives we are planning. Read on for more! ow.ly/yvXw50YrsHo #Nanaimo #YCD
Illustration showing various transportation modes with arrows indicating mobility upgrades in Country Club area, announcing round 2 of the project and public engagment.
We will be replacing aging underground water and sewer mains in the Country Club area so are taking the opportunity to improve the surface transit exchange and streetscape. Visit nanaimo.ca/goto/CountryClub to see the plan and provide your feedback. #Nanaimo
Heads up, #Nanaimo. Expect traffic disruptions from March 3 - 20 on Applecross Road between Calinda Street and Dover Road. Crews are installing improvements that focus on pedestrian safety, including a new raised crosswalk at Portsmouth and new flashing crosswalk lights at Dover Road.
