This Week... Join us on September 30 as we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, October is Emergency Preparedness Month in Nanaimo and expect parking lot closures at Neck Point Park. Read on for more! | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Join the community for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30 for FREE events at three locations: - Oliver Woods Community Centre, 10 am to 4 pm
- Traditional Welcome & Blessing by Elder Lolly
- Gym Sports (soccer, hockey, badminton, pickleball, basketball)
- Open Gym
- Arts & Crafts
- Lego Stations
- Refreshments
- T-Shirt Sales ($16 while supplies last)
- Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
- Everyone Welcome Swim, 10 am to 5 pm (with capacity limits)
- Weight Room
- T-Shirt Sales ($16 while supplies last)
- Nanaimo Ice Centre
- Everyone Welcome Skate, 10 to 11:45 am
- Everyone Welcome Skate, 12 to 1:45 pm
- Everyone Welcome Skate, 2 to 4 pm
- T-Shirt Sales ($16 while supplies last)
| Are You Prepared? October is Emergency Preparedness Month in Nanaimo. This is the sixth year we have designated this month to bring important messaging about how to prepare for a number of emergency situations. Everyone should be ready for anything from fires and earthquakes to storms and power outages. The month begins with Fire Prevention Week from October 5 to 11. This year, the theme is "Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home." On October 16 at 10:16 am, prepare to drop, cover and hold on during the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill. During this time, the City will also be testing our emergency alert system, Voyent Alert. For more information on being prepared, visit the Personal Preparedness page on the City website. LEARN MORE | Parking Lot Closure The Neck Point Park parking lot will be closed from September 29 until October 31 while crews make improvements to the parking lot. Neck Point Park will still be open for public use. Access is available through Morningside Road on the designated trailway or Hammond Bay Elementary Trailhead after 5 pm. Limited parking is available nearby at Morningside Park or Hammond Bay Elementary School lot from 5 to 9 pm only. | | Farm to Fork Harvest & Cooking Farm to Fork Harvest & Cooking returns this Wednesday, October 1, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at Park Avenue Farm! Join us for a hands-on session focused on harvesting and preserving fresh cabbage. Learn practical techniques for making the most of your garden produce while enjoying the beautiful fall atmosphere. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned gardener, this workshop offers valuable tips and tasty inspiration. The course fee is $35, and the course ID is 151735. | | Free Info Session Join representatives from Canada Revenue Agency and Service Canada for an info session on GST, Canada Worker’s Benefit, ways to do your taxes and how to be scam smart on Wednesday, October 1, 1:30 to 3 pm at Bowen Complex. The session is free, but please pre-register using course #153366 | | Youth Volunteers We are looking for opportunities for our Youth Volunteers to assist you! The LIT/Quest program has been giving youth opportunities for volunteer experience for more than 40 years in Nanaimo, and we would love to assist at your event. If you are interested in having our eager volunteers support your event, please contact our LIT Coordinator at youthleadership@nanaimo.ca | | Read, Reflect, Write Join Poet Laureate Neil Surkan for a free poetry workshop series titled Savouring, Wondering, and Daring, held on Wednesdays: October 1, November 5, and December 3, from 6 to 7 pm. Sessions take place in the North Nanaimo Library Board Room (6250 Hammond Bay Rd.). Explore your creativity through guided writing exercises and thoughtful discussion in a welcoming environment. Whether you're new to poetry or a seasoned writer, this workshop offers inspiration and connection. No registration required—just drop in! | | 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. 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: - Lifeguard/Instructor
- Aquatic Supervisor
- Casual Arena Maintenance Worker
- Operations Support Supervisor
- Police Records Clerk
- Building Official
- Community Safety Officers
- Procurement Specialist
- Casual Lifeguard/Instructors
- Casual Clerical Opportunities
- Casuals - Police Services
- Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
- Manager, Revenue Services
- Casual Pool - Custodian Relief
- Water Technician
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