November 29, 2021

This week...

Prepare for more heavy rainfall, mark your calendars for some holiday fun on the ice and review REIMAGINE phase 2 summary. Read on for more!

Message from Province of BC

We’re in the middle of one of the most intense series of storms we’ve seen in southwest BC, intensified by climate change. Be ready and prepare for heavy rains — they could worsen existing flooding or create new flooding and increase risk to our highways.

Key updates for Vancouver Island Region:

  • Rivers are rising rapidly throughout southwest BC, with dynamic conditions expected through the coming week. Flooding is possible and flood watches are in effect for the south half of Vancouver Island.
  • We are prepared to use the Alert Ready program (aka a "broadcast intrusive alert") if a community feels there is an imminent threat to life or public safety.
  • Road conditions are monitored around the clock and highways will be reopened when it is safe. Avoid non-essential travel and follow @DriveBC for the latest conditions.
  • Overall, our food supply chain remains in good shape.

 

Stay up to date with the latest emergency response news in BC:

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Be Prepared

Please make sure you are prepared and do your part to prevent flooding by clearing any catch basins, culverts, drains and ditches in front of your home.

  • Sand and sandbags available for filling at Public Works, make sure to bring a shovel.
  • If flooding occurs, call Public Works at 250-758-5222.

VIDEO: HOW TO CLEAR A CATCH BASIN

Emergency Alert System

With Voyent Alert you will receive notifications and instructions in the event of a wide-scale emergency. Download the "Voyent Alert" app, available from the App Store or GooglePlay or register now.

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Skate with Santa

Santa steps on the ice twice this year! Visit Frank Crane Arena, December 15 from 6:30-8 pm or the Nanaimo Ice Centre December 16 from 6:15-7:45 pm. There will be prizes and Christmas treats available. Regular admission rates do apply. 

SKATE WITH SANTA EVENT 

Winter Wonderland Returns

Join us at Frank Crane Arena December 24 and December 26-30, where it will be transformed into a snow globe! These "loonie" skate sessions include free skate and helmet rentals. Drop in during a public time or rent the ice privately for your friends, family or co-workers. Specific drop in session times will be posted soon - stay tuned! Thank you to the many sponsors who make this event possible! 

RECREATION EVENTS PAGE

Family Based Entertainers

The Parks, Recreation & Culture department is looking for family-based entertainers for a community event planned for January 1, 2022.

If you are a magician, musician or artist and interested, please send a brief description of what you do and a sample clip (sound or video) to  parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca.

Submissions accepted until Friday, December 3, 2021.

Thank you to everyone who took part and provided their feedback in Phase 2 of REIMAGINE Nanaimo!

We heard from over 2,300 survey and workshop participants on Nanaimo's Foundations (Goals, Targets & Indicators) and Land Use Scenarios. Feedback gathered in Phase 2 will be used in the preparation of a draft City Plan. Phase 2 Public Engagement Summary and Appendices are now available on the City website. On November 22, staff presented the results to Council at their Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) meeting. You can view a recording of the presentation and staff's report on the meeting's page on the City website.

Thank you again to everyone who took part. We look forward to engaging with you in Phase 3 - the final phase of REIMAGINE Nanaimo!

Will Your Commute Be Affected This Week?

Up-to-date information on City construction projects:

  • Ninth Street is closed between Bruce Avenue and Plecas Crescent. Detours will be in place and commuters are asked to plan their travel accordingly and account for extra time when navigating the area.
  • Metral Drive is still an active construction site, so please expect delays and account for extra time when navigating the area. All businesses remain open and accessible, but commuters are asked to use alternate routes whenever possible.
  • Hammond Bay Road (between Bonnie Drive and Overlook Drive) will be single-lane, alternating traffic 24 hours a day into November.
  • Watermain upgrades are underway on Laguna Way east of the intersection with Lost Lake Road. Commuters can expect minor delays.
  • Nottingham Drive is closed between Hammond Bay Road and Cumberland Place. Commuters should plan to access Nottingham from the north end.

CURRENT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Work With Us!

We are currently looking for candidates to fill the following positions:

  • Lifeguard/Instructor - Apply by December 7 
  • Custodian Relief Pool - open until filled
  • Municipal Services Inspector - open until filled
  • Building Official - open until filled
  • Engineering Services Technologist - open until filled
  • Casual Lifeguard/Instructors - open until filled

JOB POSTINGS

Meetings This Week

Wednesday, December 1: Environment Committee at 5:00 pm

Friday, December 3: Special Mayor's Leaders' Table at 9:00 am

Monday, December 6: Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm

Did you know?

You can watch meetings live, view a list of upcoming meetings, read agendas and watch recordings of past meetings all in one place on the City website. 

MEETINGS

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