By Judy Stephan Winter on Vancouver Island is a season of quiet and crisp beauty, where the landscape seems to breathe in sync with the rhythms of the moody ocean. That is unless you have a bomb cyclone that sends the entire landscape and community into disarray. As...
Though many think of whale watching as a summer activity, the Salish Sea remains a rich ecosystem year-round, and orcas and humpbacks can be spotted in these waters no matter the season. The Bigg’s orcas are also known to frequent the area in the colder months, making...
By Libby Hunns What’s better than a little retail therapy? With the holiday season right around the corner, Nanaimo is home to many one-of-a-kind boutiques, gift stores, artisan shops and vintage consignment stores! From Commercial Street and the Old City Quarter to...
Snaw-naw-as campground is located between Nanaimo and Nanoose Bay overlooking the Salish Sea and Sunshine Coast, with The Snaw-naw-as Market, which includes a convenience store, Shell gas station, and Tim Horton’s located nearby. It continues its three-phase expansion...
By Libby Hunns Did you know that there’s a creative, vibrant community of artists and artisans just minutes away from downtown Nanaimo? With the highest number of artisans per capita in the country, it’s no surprise Gabriola Island is commonly referred to as ‘The Isle...
Want to do something a bit different this summer? Look no further than Nanaimo, where unique activities and quirky events await! Whether you’re a local resident, a regular visitor, or planning to check out Nanaimo for the first time, prepare to discover the unexpected...
