How Nanaimo schools prepare for emergencies

‘Being safe at schools has a lot to do with knowing your neighbours and supporting them,’ says local parent.

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‘No one in our community is disposable’: Island Health and community call on North Cowichan to rethink sheltering sites

Designated overnight sheltering sites in Somenos marsh are ‘increasingly dangerous’, outreach groups say.

Nanaimo march calls for justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people

No More Stolen Sisters Memorial March to take place Friday, Feb. 13 in downtown Nanaimo.

The Hub Nanaimo: Events for Feb. 5 to 12, 2026

Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from Feb. 5 to 12, 2026.

Black History Month events in Nanaimo 2026

Black History Month events in Nanaimo, B.C. for February 2026.

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