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...
By Emma Wassmer This Thanksgiving weekend, the Gabriola Arts Council invites you to the 29th Annual Thanksgiving Studio Tour! Think bold paintings, wild sculptures, and creations you didn’t even know you needed until you saw them. If it can be dreamed up, chances are...
