Emergency Preparedness TIP #4: A car kit will help if you are stuck and need critical supplies, while a grab-and-go bag should be ready at your door. Pack water (4L per person!), food, blanket, extra clothes, first-aid kit and more #Nanaimo For a more complete list, visit https://ow.ly/HQG350YViUO#4

Heads up, #Nanaimo: A fire ban is in effect as of 12 pm today (May 7, 2026). No campfires, beach fires, backyard burning, fireworks and sky lanterns, burn barrels, etc. More info: https://ow.ly/6h1N50YWakl

Emergency Preparedness TIP #3: Firesmart™ The summer is shaping up to be hot and dry. Take steps to reduce fire hazards around your home! BC Firesmart™ video: https://vimeo.com/1185957215 and Emergency Wildfire Preparedness Checklist: https://ow.ly/sFtO50YVk4g#3#Nanaimo

May 5 is National Red Dress Day, a day to remember and honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people. To this day, these individuals face disproportionately high rates of violence. This day is a call to not only remember, but to learn, listen and act.

Emergency Preparedness TIP #2: Shelter-at-home kit. In this video, Evan Boyd (Manager of the City of #Nanaimo’s Emergency Management Program), shows us how a nicely equipped shelter-at-home emergency kit should look. https://ow.ly/7pEu50YUNcu#2

Emergency Preparedness TIP #1: Stay informed. The City of Nanaimo has an emergency alert system that we use to send out important safety information during a community-based emergency. Opt in for email, app, text and/or phone alerts. Sign up: www.nanaimo.ca/goto/alerts#1#Nanaimo

Heads up #Nanaimo! City crews have begun the annual road marking program. Thanks for your patience and cooperation! Watch the video for a glimpse on how markings are made: https://youtu.be/YsJYL0dvObs?si=uIodiS2iJCiYX5Bj

#Nanaimo commuters: Howard Ave & Third St intersection reopens tomorrow! Beginning Monday, the intersection of Third St & Pine St is closed 24/7 until May 22. Third St btwn Howard Ave & Pine St closed until Aug 13. Use detours. Thanks for your patience! https://ow.ly/tOTC50YSZoQ

April 28 is the National Day of Mourning. To mark this day and the tragic mining disaster of 1887, flags at all City of #Nanaimo facilities will be lowered to half-mast from Tuesday, April 28 until Monday, May 4. Learn more: https://ow.ly/RhK850YRcIY

My #Nanaimo This Week... The Concerts in the Parks schedule is out, a new podcast to listen to and remembering those lost to Nanaimo's worst mining accident. Read on for more! https://ow.ly/epry50YQN17

#Nanaimo commuters: single lane alternating traffic on Bowen Rd between Ashlar Rd and Pine St tomorrow (April 27).

Heads up, #Nanaimo! Beban Parkway at the Bowen and Boxwood intersection will be closed for road repairs from April 27 to May 27. Please use alternate access points for both Beban Park and Beban Plaza. Pedestrian and cycling will be maintained. www.nanaimo.ca/goto/MidtownGateway

Heads up #Nanaimo commuters: A stretch of the Beban Parkway starting at the Bowen and Boxwood Rd intersection will be closed 24 hours/day from April 27 to May 27. Use the other entries to Beban Park and Beban Plaza during construction.

Leon Potter brings intensity and enthusiasm to everything he touches, a belief that theatre matters not because it’s pretty, but because it changes people. His contributions to Nanaimo’s cultural identity have earned him the 2026 Excellence in Culture Award. https://youtu.be/FfIWMqn_4JA #Nanaimo

Luis Porretta’s generosity, advocacy, and unwavering commitment have strengthened Nanaimo’s art community and enriched the city’s cultural fabric, making him a deeply deserving recipient of the 2026 Honour in Culture Award. https://youtu.be/yu9jz-_R2Ow #Nanaimo

Brian McFadden stands as a remarkable champion of Nanaimo’s heritage, and his nomination for the 2026 Honour in Heritage Award reflects a lifetime of dedication to preserving the stories that shape this community. https://youtu.be/IQnuoBAkjb0 #Nanaimo

Just in time for BC Tourism Week 2026! Up next on The Sweet Layered Podcast is Tourism #Nanaimo CEO, Carly Pereboom to talk about events coming to our city and how local residents can help promote this special place we call home. #YCD https://www.nanaimo.ca/your-government/news-events/podcast#Nanaimo

Traffic Notice – Bowen Road Tuesday, April 21, paving will take place in the southbound outside lane of Bowen Rd between the Husky Gas Station and Country Grocer. Northbound left turns into Bowen Centre Shopping Mall will not be permitted. Thank you for your patience, #Nanaimo!

My #Nanaimo This Week...Congratulations to this year's Culture Awards winners, some tips for Earth Day and learn about the upcoming local election. Read on for more! https://ow.ly/GXhc50YMTap

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Aquatic Supervisor. Learn more by visiting www.nanaimo.ca/docs/your-go...

Municipal elections impact your daily life, from roads and parks to housing and safety. With BC’s next local election set for Oct. 17, 2026, we break down what voters and potential candidates need to know. Apple: https://ow.ly/PsGg50YJ77O Spotify: https://ow.ly/Gp8P50YJ77W

Only a few days left, #Nanaimo! Don't miss out on providing your feedback on the plans for the Country Club Utility and Mobility Upgrades project. Get involved by filling out a comment form before Friday, April 17. Visit https://ow.ly/vuQG50YItQC

#MyNanaimo This Week: Our annual catch basin cleaning program begins today, join us to celebrate Earth Day and a call for artists to apply for Luminous Paths 2027. Read on for more! ow.ly/syea50YInm2 #Nanaimo #YCD

This week's Finance and Audit Committee meeting includes presentations on the updated 2026 City of #Nanaimo budget. The meeting takes place on Apr 15 at 9 am in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Attend in person or watch live or a recording online: https://ow.ly/SVLH50YGO6S

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Urban Forester. for more information, visit: www.nanaimo.ca/docs/your-go...

#Nanaimo commuters: Two 24 hr/day closures on Third St starting Apr 13. Howard/Third intersection closed Apr 13-May 8. Third St btwn Howard and Pine closed Apr 13 - Aug 13. Detours in place. Expect delays, plan ahead. More info: https://ow.ly/wete50YH9bq

[April 9, 2026] City crews discovered significant damage to a set of stairs in Beach Estates Park this morning. Due to the extent of the damage, a portion of the park will be temporarily closed to ensure public safety. Repairs will take place over the next week. #YCD #Nanaimo

#Nanaimo commuters: Road work on southbound lanes on Bowen Rd btwn Pryde Ave and Quarterway Bridge will take place on April 8 from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. If possible, plan an alternate route.

#MyNanaimo This Week: Help us celebrate Water to Earth Month, get your tickets for the 2026 Culture Awards and register for trail running. Read on for more! ow.ly/En9650YF6HI #Nanaimo #YCD

#MyNanaimo This Week: Help shape the future of the Country Club transit exchange, take a walk in the park and participate in Water to Earth Month. Read on for more! ow.ly/wbMw50YAS8n #Nanaimo #YCD

A new #Nanaimo bid opportunity for Information Technology Service Management Replacement has been posted here: nanaimo.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tende...

Notice is hereby given by the City of #Nanaimo of its intent to direct award a contract for a John Deer Mower to Prairie Coast Equipment Inc. has been posted here: https://ow.ly/e6bU50YypQN

#Nanaimo commuters: Departure Bay Rd between Newton St and Hammond Bay Rd is closed until further notice due to a tree across power lines. Detour in place via Newton & Bay St. City crews are working to clear roads & @bchydro.bsky.social#Nanaimocrews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.

Our parks crews are visiting parks today to inspect the damage and check for any safety issues following yesterdays windstorm and will begin clean up later this week. If you are visiting #Nanaimo's parks, please use caution. More info here: https://ow.ly/uQA950YyOPN

Heads up #Nanaimo: A bear has been spotted at Lotus Pinnatus Park. If you are in the area use caution. Parks crews are putting up signage to notify park users of the bear.

#MyNanaimo This Week: Get your tickets for the 2026 Culture Awards, check out behind the scenes at the OV Arts Centre and help us celebrate Water to Earth month. Read on for more! ow.ly/ujRk50YxKbU #Nanaimo #YCD

A new #Nanaimo bid opportunity for External Audit Services for the City of Nanaimo has been posted here: https://ow.ly/mptg50Ywujg

Sea lions are gathering on #Nanaimo's shores to feed. Please stay at a safe distance (min 50 m) from them as they may bite and approaching them/trying to feed or interact w them is a violation of federal Marine Mammal regulations w a fine up to $100,000.

A Notice of Intent to direct award to Charter Telecom Inc. has been posted here: https://ow.ly/6i2p50YvWZB #Nanaimo

We are seeking proposals for temporary public art for the 2027 Luminous Paths festival - #Nanaimo’s biannual winter festival of light, art, land and community! Deadline to submit is 11:59 pm Pacific Time, June 14, 2026. For more information, visit: ow.ly/qMhf50YvW6Y

#MyNanaimo This Week: Tickets are now available for our 2026 Culture Awards, get ready for Water to Earth Month and review the concept plan for the Country Club Upgrades today. Read on for more! ow.ly/fBzv50YuTOS #Nanaimo #YCD

Heads up, #Nanaimo! Albert Street will be closed between Milton Street and Prideaux Street from March 18 to March 19, 2026, to facilitate a railway crossing upgrade. The closure will be in effect 24 hours/day for the duration of the work, as the rail crossing will be impassable during construction.

A Request for Proposal for RRFB - Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (Solo Pedestrian Crossing) has been posted on our bids&tenders site. Interested? Learn more and submit here: nanaimo.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tende...

What do you value most about #Nanaimo’s coastal areas? There are only a few days left to participate in the values survey for the Sea Level Rise Management Plan Project. Head over to https://ow.ly/uUnL50YezJv before March 13 to share your thoughts: https://ow.ly/oANA50YezJu

Water main flushing starts today in north #Nanaimo from Entwhistle Drive to Dickenson Road. If you spot discoloured water, it is temporary and not a health hazard, and you can flush it out by running the cold water tap until the water runs clear. https://ow.ly/hTwV50YrzsT

#MyNanaimo This Week: Join a free public art tour of Lighting a Path, get ready to register for recreation programs and we need your feedback on a few initiatives we are planning. Read on for more! ow.ly/yvXw50YrsHo #Nanaimo #YCD

We will be replacing aging underground water and sewer mains in the Country Club area so are taking the opportunity to improve the surface transit exchange and streetscape. Visit nanaimo.ca/goto/CountryClub to see the plan and provide your feedback. #Nanaimo

Heads up, #Nanaimo. Expect traffic disruptions from March 3 - 20 on Applecross Road between Calinda Street and Dover Road. Crews are installing improvements that focus on pedestrian safety, including a new raised crosswalk at Portsmouth and new flashing crosswalk lights at Dover Road.

Heads up #Nanaimo commuters! Expect delays Mon-Fri, 7am-7pm, March 4-27 as we upgrade the intersection at Rutherford & Hammond Bay Rd. There will be no traffic light during this time. Traffic persons will be in place to assist with traffic, pedestrians & cyclists. Use an alt. route if possible. #YCD

#DYK? #Nanaimo has over 30 km of coastline. As climate change causes sea levels to rise, we will need to create strategies to protect what's important to us along our coast. We are developing a plan on how to manage and adapt to sea level rise and we want to hear from you: https://ow.ly/1R0450YmLMe