March 15, 2021

This week... 

Take advantage of extra skate sessions during spring break, meet a few friends at the volleyball courts and learn how doughnut economics is being incorporated into Reimagine Nanaimo Phase II. Read on for more!
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Message from Island Health

Please wait until it is your age group’s turn to book a vaccination. Only people in the eligible age group will be booked for their vaccination in the following timeframe:

  • March 11 - people born in 1936 or earlier may call in to book their appointment
  • March 22 - people born in 1941 or earlier may call in to book their appointment

Only when it's your turn, call 1-833-348-4787 between 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily.

You will need to provide your: Legal first and last name, date of birth, postal code, personal health number (aka: care card) and contact information (direct phone number or support person phone number).

The call centre agent will confirm your appointment date and time at the location nearest to you.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information

ISLAND HEALTH COVID-19

Provincial Health Order Updates

On Thursday, March 11, Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced outdoor get-togethers of up to 10 people are allowed. You can now choose a maximum of 10 people to enjoy physically distanced outdoor activities with — and stick with them. Always plan extra carefully if you have a high-risk person in your household.

The updated PHO order and guidance mean:

  • YES to small gatherings outdoors in places like backyards, parks, and beaches
  • YES to outdoor playdates for kids in the same cohort 
  • NO to gatherings indoors with anyone outside your household
  • NO to gathering with several groups of new friends – stick to one group
  • NO to going inside a residence

Continue to use your layers of protection: keep a safe distance, wear a mask if you can't stay 2m apart, wash your hands, and stay home and get tested if you're sick.

LEARN MORE

Spring Break Programs

The Activity Guide is constantly being updated with new programs so be sure to check it often. For example, there is a new Advanced Stickhandling Class for 12-17 year olds. Also, as the Provincial Health Orders are updated, changes to programming may occur.

SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDE

Volleyball 

Sand has been added to the sand volleyball courts at Bowen Park! Ask your friends (your safe 10) to meet you there over spring break! Access the volleyball courts from the lower parking lot, entrance off Wall Street.

NANAIMO PARKS & TRAILS

Additional Skating Sessions

It's Spring Break and we are happy to let you know that extra skating sessions have been scheduled. Check out our schedule on our website and book up to 72 hours in advance by calling 250-756-5200 or online.

SKATE SCHEDULE

St. Patrick's Day - Let's Be Green

This week we celebrate St. Patrick's Day and that means just about everything green is worn, eaten and drank! Instead of just wearing green, let's all aim to be green by making some simple lifestyle changes.

BE GREEN

Adapting to the Doughnut Model

The anticipated conversation on Doughnut Economics and REIMAGINE Nanaimo occurred at the March 8, 2021 Governance and Priorities Committee meeting. Read the summary, view the report or watch the livestream presentation and familiarize yourself with Phase II.

WATCH PRESENTATION

Nanaimo Businesses! Are You Ready?

As of July 1, 2021, all businesses that provide checkout bags to customers will be regulated by a new bylaw.

The City of Nanaimo’s Checkout Bag Regulation Bylaw 2020 No.7283 is a step forward in reducing unnecessary plastic waste. For businesses, that means a bit of planning ahead to prepare to operate without single-use plastic bags at the checkout stand. And not all reusable and paper bags are the same. Paper bags will need to contain at least 40% post-consumer recycled paper, and reusable bags will need to be washable and capable of 100 uses or more. Watch for a business letter and brochure coming to your mailbox soon that will outline the coming changes.

BRING YOUR OWN BAG

Will Your Commute Be Affected This Week?

Stay informed on the City's Current Construction Projects page. Staff provide up-to-date information on City construction projects.

  • Please remember access is limited on Metral Drive from Turner to Mostar to residents and business traffic only, please respect that the road is closed to through traffic. As an active construction site with large machinery working and deep utility trenches, road closures may occur and delays are to be expected. Please drive slowly and respect signage.
  • To accommodate development and maintain site safety, Rock City Road will be closed from Ocean Pearl Terrace to Barrington Road to through traffic 24 hours for 5 weeks. Local traffic should expect delays and plan their trips accordingly.
  • Expect single lane traffic on Comox Road as work continues on the Millstone Trunk Sanitary Sewer Upgrades project.
  • The Complete Street makeover is expected to begin later in the week along Front Street. 
  • Disruptions will occur on Waddington Road at St. George Crescent for crosswalk improvements including concrete curbing.

CURRENT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Work With Us!

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

 

JOB POSTINGS

Meetings This Week

Mon, Mar 15: Regular Council Meeting at 4:30 pm

Wed, Mar 17: Finance and Audit Committee Meeting at 9:00 am

Thurs, Mar 18: Public Hearing at 7:00 pm

Mon, Mar 22: Governance and Priorities Meeting at 1:00 pm

Did you know?

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

MEETINGS

Council in Action

Missed what decisions Council made during a Special Council meeting or a Regular Council Meeting? Don’t worry. We have you covered! Check out our Council Meeting Summary page for quick overviews.

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City of Nanaimo's COVID-19 Response

  • Masks Mandatory in all public spaces at all City facilities.
  • Please refer to the City website for a list of front desk hours of operation.
  • Safety protocols are in place to help keep both visitors and staff safe when visiting our facilities. Please check out our Online Services page to see how we can help you.
  • Recreation facilities, the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and arenas are open and following province-wide COVID-19 safety protocols.
  • Outdoor amenities remain open, however please continue to practice physical distancing, hand washing & please stay home if not feeling 100% well.

VISIT COVID-19 INFO PAGE