This Week... Prepare for storm season, test your pedestrian safety knowledge and learn about how our Luminous Paths event won a national award. Read on for more! | Creative City Impact Award The City of Nanaimo is thrilled to announce that our Luminous Paths: Nanaimo’s 150 & Beyond festival, which took place in January and February has won the Creative City Impact Award for Cultural Events, recognizing the winter festival’s outstanding contribution to community connection, creativity and cultural celebration. The award acknowledges how Luminous Paths reflected the City’s values of diversity, inclusion and environmental stewardship while showcasing the power of public art to strengthen a sense of place. Image: Culture Coordinator Jaime-Brett Sine accepts the award on behalf of the City. LEARN MORE | Art in Public Spaces Working Group We are looking for anyone interested in contributing to the aesthetic and cultural spaces in Nanaimo. The Art in Public Spaces Working Group is seeking members for a 24 month term. This group will provide strategic and technical advice and expertise to City staff in order to advance the City’s public art programs. Interested? Check out the Art in Public Spaces Working Group’s page on the City website to apply. Deadline is January 25, 2026. LEARN MORE | Pedestrian Safety Trivia How well do you know pedestrian safety? Did you know? According to ICBC, In B.C., approximately 79% of crashes involving pedestrians happen at intersections. Whether it's avoiding distractions or yielding the right-of-way, we all need to do our part to keep pedestrians safe. All this week we are running a pedestrian safety trivia contest. Check out our Get Involved page and Instagram stories (@cityofnanaimo) daily for a new question. Participants will be entered to win a prize pack worth $100! LEARN MORE | Pottery Studio Rental Did you know you can rent the Bowen Park Pottery Studio for private lessons or special events? Whether you're planning a creative gathering, a birthday celebration, or simply want one-on-one instruction in a peaceful, artistic setting, this unique space is available to book. The studio offers a welcoming environment for all skill levels and is perfect for anyone looking to explore pottery in a personalized way. To reserve your spot, call us at 250-756-5200 or email parksandrec@nanaimo.ca. | | Remembrance Day All Parks, Recreation and Culture (PRC) facilities will be closed for the day, with the exception of the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. The Aquatic Centre will be offering an Everyone Welcome Swim from 1 to 5 pm. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy the pool with family and friends while other facilities are unavailable. | | Glow in the Dark Skate Come enjoy a memorable experience on Tuesday, November 4 from 6:30 to 8 pm with Glow in the Dark Skate at Frank Crane Arena. | | Be Storm Season Ready We are fortunate to live in a place where we can enjoy our outdoor spaces in relative comfort year-round. However, our mild climate can turn stormy, especially during winter. Trails, boardwalks, bridges, stairs and playground equipment can become slippery and hazardous when there is rain, snow and ice. After a rainstorm or a snow melt, rivers can experience high flow conditions, please exercise extreme caution when on trails along riverbanks. To report any concerns or issues in Nanaimo's parks and trails, please call
250-756-5200 or email parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca | | Fall 2025/Winter 2026 Activity Guide Discover a wide range of programs and classes for all ages happening throughout the season. Whether you're looking for fitness, arts, sports or family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse the guide to find the perfect class that fits your interests and schedule. From youth programs to adult workshops, our offerings are designed to keep you active, engaged and connected with the community. View the guide online and start planning your season today! ACTIVITY GUIDE | | Read, Reflect, Write Join Poet Laureate Neil Surkan for a free, inspiring poetry workshop focused on the themes of Savouring, Wondering, and Daring. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just beginning to explore poetry, this welcoming space invites you to reflect, create, and share. All are welcome—no prior experience necessary! Wednesday, November 5 from 6 to 7pm. The event is free to attend and takes place at North Nanaimo Library Board Room (6250 Hammond Bay Rd.) | | Patron of the City Volunteer extraordinaire, Brian Cornborough has been recognized by City Council for his 35 years of dedicated service to the community and will receive the Patron of the City award at a Council meeting in December. Brian is the tenth recipient of the award and has been an active volunteer with the Nanaimo Cancer Society, Nanaimo & District Youth Soccer, the Nanaimo Lions Club, the Nanaimo Citizens on Patrol Society, the Vancouver Island Exhibition board and security team, Nanaimo Minor Softball Association and Crime Stoppers. PATRON/COMPANION OF THE CITY | | Will Your Commute Be Affected This Week? Here’s a list of up-to-date information on City construction projects. For more information on Nanaimo construction projects, visit the current Construction page on the City's website. - Expect significant delays due to single lane alternating traffic along Hammond Bay Road between Rutherford Road and Brickyard Road intersections while crews continue to work on replacing sewer and water mains. Avoid delays by taking Rutherford Road and Uplands Drive as an alternative route.
- Expect slight delays due to single lane alternating traffic along Dickinson Road between Groveland Drive and Medd Road intersections while crews continue to work on replacing water mains. Avoid delays by taking Schook Road, and Dover Road as an alternative route.
- There will be construction of a new crosswalk at the intersection of Campbell Street and Selby Street. Watch for lane closures, detours, construction signs and traffic control persons.
- Expect delays when traffic is detoured off Departure Bay Road between Strongitharm Avenue and Argyle Avenue for the installation of a sewer manhole.
- Expect single lane alternating traffic or eastbound lane closures at times on Jingle Pot Road at the intersection of Holland Road. Eastbound traffic watch for possible detour using Holland Road and Ashlee Road.
Note: All businesses in the construction areas are open unless otherwise posted. When approaching construction zones, please make sure to slow down and obey all signage and traffic personnel instructions. Remember that construction zone speed limits are 30 km/hr unless otherwise posted. If you know your commute is taking you through any of the areas below, please allow for additional time and plan ahead. CURRENT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS | Work With Us! We are currently looking for candidates to fill the following positions: - Operations Support Supervisor
- Community Safety Officer
- HR Coordinator
- Casual Preschool Instructors & Assistants
- Aquatic Supervisor
- HR Associate
- Police Support Clerk
- Casual Engineering Development Technician
- Zero Waste Coordinator
- Assistant Manager, Revenue Services
- Procurement Specialist
- Planner I
- Planner II
- Casual Arena Maintenance Worker
- Building Official
- Casual Lifeguard/Instructors
- Casual Clerical Opportunities
- Casuals - Police Services
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