News and Announcements
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Jun 25, 2025, 2:00 PM
Water and sewer main replacement projects set to begin on Hammond Bay Road
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Jun 23, 2025, 10:00 AM
Calling all artists! City of Nanaimo seeking artists for Urban Design Roster
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Jun 23, 2025, 9:24 AM
My Nanaimo This Week - June 23, 2025
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Jun 18, 2025, 10:00 AM
AAP begins for park dedication removal for portion of Elaine Hamilton Park
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Jun 17, 2025, 3:16 PM
June 16, 2025 Council meeting summary
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Jun 17, 2025, 2:30 PM
City of Nanaimo seeking feedback on next phase of planning for Woodgrove area
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Jun 16, 2025, 10:00 AM
The City of Nanaimo is seeking proposals for Temporary Public Art
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Jun 16, 2025, 9:57 AM
My Nanaimo This Week - June 16, 2025
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Jun 12, 2025, 12:00 PM
Annual water quality testing set to begin at Nanaimo's outdoor swim spots
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Jun 12, 2025, 11:00 AM
June 9, 2025 Council meeting summary
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Jun 12, 2025, 11:00 AM
Park dedication removal for portion of Elaine Hamilton Park to go to AAP
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Jun 9, 2025, 2:11 PM
My Nanaimo This Week for June 9, 2025
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Jun 6, 2025, 1:48 PM
Restoration Magic Underway at Neck Point Park
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Jun 5, 2025, 10:00 AM
Drive. Park. Sell! The annual Nanaimo Recycles Trunk Sales are back
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Jun 3, 2025, 11:00 AM
Nanaimo recognized on CDP's 2024 A List for Climate Leadership
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Jun 2, 2025, 9:30 AM
My Nanaimo This Week - June 2, 2025
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May 30, 2025, 10:00 AM
Another successful year celebrating Public Works Day
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May 29, 2025, 9:00 AM
2024 Draft Annual Report
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May 26, 2025, 9:56 AM
My Nanaimo This Week - May 26, 2025
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May 23, 2025, 10:00 AM
City of Nanaimo celebrates progress during National AccessAbility Week


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Bastion Lighting Colour Teal from May 29 - 31, 2025 for Food Allergy Awareness
May is Food Allergy Awareness Month in Canada and aims to provide a unique opportunity to help raise awareness of food allergies and anaphylaxis.
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