By Doug Fraser Buttertubs Marsh Conservation Area is a 55-hectare natural paradise located in the middle of Nanaimo offering easy access for people to quietly observe and enjoy an abundance of plant and animal life. More than 270 different bird species have been...
Don’t you love the month of June? June carries a spirit unlike any other month—a vivid, vibrant energy that bridges spring’s gentleness with summer’s full bloom. It is a time of transition, growth, and celebration, painted in long daylight hours, warm breezes, and the...
There’s something magical about seeing a whale surface in the distance or viewing a pod of orcas travelling together. For many on Vancouver Island, whale watching is a must-do experience, and it’s right on our doorstep. April marks the beginning of whale watching...
By Gary Gauthier If you travel past Nanaimo on the Nanaimo Parkway, you will drive past an area where you get glimpses of meadows interspersed with stands of Douglas-fir and scattered Garry Oak. For most of the year, the area seems unremarkable, but at the end of...
Pride Week in Nanaimo is all about celebrating 2SLGBTQ+ people and the diversity that makes this community so special. This year, we’re making it even bigger and better! Nanaimo is quickly becoming known for its authenticity, inclusivity, and acceptance. It’s...
It was a crisp day in early spring when we decided to walk around Nanaimo’s Westwood Lake. This picturesque route is a refreshing mix of tranquility and natural beauty. As well as being a bird-lover’s paradise, the 6-kilometer loop trail meanders through lush forest,...
