By Mike Yip Just as it is for many humans, the home is the centre of the universe for resident eagles, and their home is the nest or aerie. It is where their lives begin, but after they fledge they are just like teenagers with at least five years of freedom when they...
Written by: Tourism Nanaimo Looking to connect with Nanaimo’s art scene? We’ve got you covered… well, not us exactly. The Nanaimo Art Gallery has you covered. And if you haven’t been yet, consider this your official nudge. Located on Commercial Street in the heart of...
Did you perhaps see the post on Facebook about the best places to live in Canada right now? A new global ranking just named one Canadian city the best in all of North America for quality of life — and that is Ottawa… but do you know what is number 2? Nanaimo. Of...
We know. You’re a local. But be honest, when was the last time you explored Nanaimo like someone seeing it for the first time? Consider this your reminder to slow down, look closer, and reconnect with the creative pulse running through the city you call home. Start...
By Sydney Dixon, Marine Specialist, Pacific Wild Pacific herring are small, but their ecological importance is immense. They are a foundation of BC’s coastal food web, turning plankton into energy that sustains halibut, sea lions, humpback whales, and the endangered...
Submitted by Tourism Nanaimo Nanaimo isn’t just a city. It’s a creative powerhouse disguised as a coastal town. Around here, independent shops, makers, artists, bakers, distillers, and full-blown creative wizards are turning everyday items into “where did you get...
