Bastion Lighting Colour Purple: Epilepsy & Seizure Education Purple Day on March 26
Time and date:
On March 26th it is National Purple Day; a day started by a 9-year-old girl named Cassidy Megan from Nova Scotia, Canada, who wanted to spread the word that those with epilepsy can lead normal lives and that those witnessing seizures do not have to be afraid. She wanted kids with epilepsy to know they are not alone. In March 2012, Purple Day received the Royal Assent and became a legal day for epilepsy awareness in Canada. There is approximately 360,000 Canadians living with epilepsy and it affects 1 in 100 people worldwide
Special Events
The City of Nanaimo hosts special events year round, so check back here often or join us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter as we are always adding more!
Hosting a Special Event in a City of Nanaimo Park?
Do you have plans to host an event in one of Nanaimo's Parks?
If you are looking for community events happening in and around Nanaimo, visit www.tourismnanaimo.com and view the events page.
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!