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Downtown Nanaimo business owners raise concerns over construction
Several business owners are concerned over an eight-month long construction project that will close down a major street in the city centre to vehicle traffic. The city says the upgrades are necessary.
B.C. to review harm reduction vending machines at 3 hospitals
After criticism from a B.C. Conservative candidate went viral on social media earlier this week, Premier David Eby has ordered a review of the program. Three vending machines were installed last fall that provide free access to harm reduction supplies.
No charges in Nanaimo, B.C., counterfeit Pokmon cards case
One person in Nanaimo was duped of over $1,000 on collectible cards last year, which RCMP say is a reminder to be careful when purchasing online.
B.C. universities take steps to remove pro-Palestinian protesters
The two universities have had pro-Palestinian encampments since May 1 and have issued trespassing notices to students. The UVic encampment has begun to pack up. Students still remain in Nanaimo.
New model of transitional housing coming to Nanaimo, B.C.
The centre was first promised to Nanaimo in 2020 and is now one step closer to being a reality. It will have 60 beds for temporary housing and wrap-around services, to enable unhoused people to stabilize their lives and move on to permanent housing.
Work begins on Indigenous-led housing project on Vancouver Island
Three First Nations, the municipality of Port Alberni and the province have come together to find a solution for urban Ahousaht members who live away from home. The new development will house 35 families and include a cultural centre.
Nanaimo, B.C., anticipates tourism boost as cruise ships return
Two cruise ships, the first since 2019, are scheduled to dock in Nanaimo in the coming months. Officials are hopeful that bringing the ships back will boost the tourism industry and local economy.
18-year-old B.C. racecar driver makes waves in formula racing
Nicole Havrda is an 18-year-old Formula Three driver from Comox, B.C., who is making waves as a woman in the sport. On top of racing, she also wants to inspire the next generation of women to get into the automotive industry.
Couple hit with B.C. vacancy tax despite living in home
Madison and Charlotte Becerra bought their home two years ago and live in it year-round, but because they are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents, they can not apply for an exemption from the vacancy tax.
Central Vancouver Island transit strike ends after 48 days
Union members ratified a deal with PW Transit Thursday, ending a transit strike that began on Dec. 15.
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