Bastion Lighting - Vimy Ridge Day
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The City of Nanaimo acknowledges Vimy Ridge Day to commemorate the deaths and casualties of members of the Canadian Corps in the Battle of Vimy Ridge during the First World War. It was the first time Canadians fought for king and country as a distinct national army, with all four divisions entering the battle together and stormed the ridge at 5:30 am on this day. Victory was at a heavy cost with 3,598 Canadians killed and another 7,000 wounded.
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Clubs and Organizations in Nanaimo
The City of Nanaimo is home to several clubs and organizations. From arts, social, sports or community, check out this Clubs and Organization Listing and see how you can get involved! Email parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca to add your non profit group to this list or to update your organization information.
Bastion Lighting Events
Do you have a cause or organization and would like to have a Bastion lighting event? Visit our Bastion Lighting Requests page to get details on how to qualify and request the Bastion be lit for you!