This Week... A campfire ban is in place for BC, get ready for Reuse Rendezvous and have a listen to the latest Sweet Layered podcast. Read on for more! | Open Fire Ban in Effect Following a Provincial order, the City of Nanaimo is prohibiting open fires effective noon Friday, July 12, 2024. With hotter weather comes an increased risk of fire spreading quickly. It is important for residents to be vigilant in fire safety and to report all fires immediately by calling 911. LEARN MORE | Village Site Returned to Snuneymuxw Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Government of BC announced on July 15, the return of 2.67 hectares of land - part of the historic sxwayxum village site, also known as Millstone River Village – to Snuneymuxw. The land located on 1 Terminal Ave, part of the Sarlequun Snuneymuxw Treaty of 1854, was jointly purchased by Snuneymuxw and the Province. Mayor Krog was in attendance for this historic announcement. "The rejuvenation of a crucial site in Nanaimo's downtown marks a significant milestone for Snuneymuxw First Nation. The return of ancestral lands is a long-awaited step toward rectifying past injustices, revitalizes the current derelict area and reaffirms an enduring connection to this land, ensuring that Snuneymuxw’s presence and heritage remain for generations to come." – Mayor Leonard Krog LEARN MORE | Join Snuneymuxw First Nation at their two large-scale summer events 2024 Coast Salish Games (2024 tsetsuw’ hiw’a’lum’) Snuneymuxw First Nation is hosting the 2024 Coast Salish Games from July 22-26. This large-scale multi-sport tournament brings together Indigenous athletes from across the Coast Salish region. This year's games have also been given a hul'q'umi'num’ name: 2024 tsetsuw’ hiw’a’lum’ (Translation: tsetsuw' = beach + hiw'a'lum' = games / competition). Questions? Contact Tournament Director Dano Thorne at danot@snuneymuxw.ca
LEARN MORE Snuneymuxw Days 2024 Snuneymuxw's annual 2024 Snuneymuxw Days event will kick off on July 26 with exhilarating war canoe races at The Point. There will also be a kids zone, food trucks, a vibrant vendor market, and an adrenaline-pumping 3-on-3 youth basketball tournament! Snuneymuxw Days is a unique opportunity for non-Snuneymuxw members to visit the Snuneymuxw community, enjoy the festivities and experience Snuneymuxw culture. Questions? Contact Event Director Kate Good at kateg@snuneymuxw.ca
LEARN MORE | Reuse Rendezvous This city-wide swap meet gives old household items a new lease on life and keeps them out of the landfill. City residents can participate by placing unwanted toys, sporting goods, furniture, books, bikes and other items on the curb so that others can take and reuse them. Please mark items set out for others to take with a "FREE" tag. Items set out should not block roads, sidewalks and bike lanes. Please remove any unclaimed, leftover items from the curb by Monday, July 22. LEARN MORE | | MidTown Water Supply Project Project update! The City is beginning to prepare the new primary water main to be put into service. The first stage of the process is to begin flushing, which will take place on Tuesday, July 16. LEARN MORE | | Nanaimo 150: Did You Know? Nanaimo Fire Rescue has a rich history dating back to 1878 when it was established as the Black Diamond Engine Company and the first engine was purchased from the City of Portland. At that time, it was a volunteer fire department and they were housed in the original fire station located on Wharf Street. After that station was destroyed by a fire that started in the Royal Hotel, a new fire station was built in 1893 on Nicol Street (pictured above on the right) where it still stands today and houses a restaurant and other businesses. It wasn't until 1913 when the first motorized fire truck was purchased. Before then, they used two horses, named Tom and Jerry (picture above on the right), to pull the ladder and truck. Tom and Jerry retired when the motorized fire trucks came into use. Nanaimo Fire Rescue still has one of the original fire trucks, Shakey (pictured above on the left), and it is stored in Fire Station 1. | The Sweet Layered Podcast: Wildfires episode In this episode we focus on a timely topic: Wildfires! With the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires, it's crucial for every citizen to be prepared and informed. On this episode, we discuss the factors contributing to wildfire risk in BC, including climate change and forest management practices. Listen and subscribe! Podcast host - Apple - Spotify - Amazon/Audible
On the next episode of The Sweet Layered Podcast: Nanaimo 150! | | Summer Fun in Nanaimo's Parks The Parks, Recreation and Culture team is out in Nanaimo’s parks offering up free activities and events all summer long. This week: - Extended hours! Nanaimo's water parks are now open from 9 am to 9 pm
- The Playground Program is set up in Deverill Square Park from 9:30 am to 4 pm
- The Roving Playground Program is heading to Groveland Park July 15 to 17 from 10 am to 4 pm and Richards Pioneer Park July 18 and 19 from 10 am to 4 pm.
- Strong Fever will be performing this week's Concert in the Park in Pipers Lagoon Park on July 17 from 6 to 7 pm.
| | Will Your Commute Be Affected This Week? Here’s a list of up-to-date information on City construction projects. Make sure to plan your commute and, if possible, plan an alternate route. When approaching construction zones, please make sure to slow down, follow any detours that may be in place and obey all signage and traffic personnel instructions. Thank you for your patience! Midtown Water Supply Project - On Wednesday, July 17, Labieux Road will be closed at the intersection of Beban Parkway with no thru traffic on Labieux Road between Kenworth Road roundabout and Dorman Road. The Beban Park East Access will be closed with no thru traffic to and from Labieux Road. The north entrance off Bowen Road will be available for entry and exit.
- The trail that connects VIU, the Black Diamond neighbourhood and Third Street remains closed to the public.
- At times, Black Diamond Drive between Coal Tyee Trail, Venuti Way and Jingle Pot Road will have traffic control.
- Commuters, pay close attention to signage and for construction traffic as they enter and exit sections of the project:
- Griffiths Road to the end of Madsen Road
- Third Street across from the Rotary Fieldhouse
- College Drive near the Parkway intersection
- Jingle Pot Road near Black Diamond Drive
Thank you for your patience! Learn more about this project: Midtown Water Supply Upgrades. Midtown Gateway Phase 2B - Boxwood Road, to the north Northfield Road, will be partially or fully closed at times and will only serve exiting vehicle traffic from businesses at 2300/2310 Northfield Road when possible. Patrons can enter/exit businesses using their other access points on Northfield Road. Eastbound left turns from Northfield Road onto Boxwood Road will not be permitted. All businesses remain open and accessible.
- The westbound lanes of Northfield Road near the intersection of Boxwood Road will be reduced to single lane. Westbound left turns from Northfield Road onto Boxwood Road will not be permitted at times.
- Bowen Road between Rosstown Road and Northfield Road will be reduced to one lane per direction at times.
- The south access to Beban Park will only serve as a one-way (entrance only) access. Please exit park from other end. All park amenities and programs remain open and accessible.
- Access to Beban Plaza may be affected at times, please use alternate access. All businesses remain open and accessible.
- At times, Rosstown Road may be reduced to single lane alternating traffic between Bowen Road and Whitney Road.
- From July 15 to 19, there will be nightly construction between 6 pm to 6 am at the intersection of Northfield and Boxwood Road. Commuters are encouraged to avoid the area during this time if possible. There may be some restrictions to the eastern Northfield Road and Boxwood Road accesses for the businesses at 300/2310 Northfield Road. Please use other access points. All businesses remain open and accessible.
Learn more about this project: Midtown Gateway. Terminal Avenue - Terminal Avenue upgrades are ongoing between Commercial Street and Esplanade Street.
- The mid-block crosswalk at Gordon Street has been temporarily reinstated without signals.
- Traffic may be reduced to one lane in each direction as landscaping in the median and line painting are ongoing.
- Water service replacement between Commercial Street and Comox Road will commence on July 3 and take approximately 3 weeks.
Learn more about this project: Terminal Avenue Upgrades. Townsite Road Watermain Upgrade - Construction will be ongoing on Townsite Road from Vancouver Avenue and crossing Stewart Avenue.
- Typical construction hours are Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.
- Commuters are encouraged to avoid this area if possible. If that is not possible, expect delays and account for extra time when navigating the area.
- On Stewart Avenue, traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction. On Townsite Road, traffic will be single lane alternating.
Departure Bay Road Sidewalk - Construction will be starting on Departure Bay Road from Alan-a-dale Place to Little John Way.
- Typical construction hours are Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.
- Commuters are encouraged to avoid this area if possible. If that is not, expect delays and account for extra time when navigating the area.
- During construction hours, traffic will be reduced to single-lane-alternating.
Extension Road Traffic Calming - Drivers can expect delays as construction continues this week in various locations.
- Specifically, you can expect extended periods of single lane alternating traffic at Cinnabar Road and Flagstone Road with the installation of centre median islands.
Learn more about this project: Extension Road Traffic Calming. Princess Street Area Utility Upgrades - Princess Street will be closed between Bing Kee Street and Needham Street from July 2 to August 2 due to utility upgrades.
- Local and Emergency access will be maintained, no through traffic will be allowed.
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