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January 20, 2025

This Week...

Join us for the opening of the Luminous Paths event, learn about our drop-in swim schedules and swap out that woodstove. Read on for more!
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Luminous Paths opens this week!

The opening of Luminous Paths: Nanaimo’s 150 & Beyond is quickly approaching. Join us Wednesday, January 22 from 5 to 9 pm in Maffeo Sutton Park to explore light-based art installations illuminating dark spaces! Here is a sneak peek of Monkey C Interactive’s Candycombs, an interactive, music-making art installation!

Monkey C Interactive is the interactive work of artists David Parfit and Scott Amos. Whether it’s a strange and whimsical musical instrument like the bubble organ, a giant motion-responsive LED cube sculpture, a tech-house-looping mutant cash register, or a 5-story-tall musical stairwell, Monkey C Interactive’s public art installations and interactive sculptures have amused and delighted countless people in their hometown of Victoria, BC, and at numerous festivals and events.

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Swim into spring!

Our lakes and ocean might be a little too chilly for most of us right now, but Beban pool and the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre could be just what you and your family are looking for! Come check out the many different types of drop-in sessions we offer:

Everyone Welcome Swim: Swim, soak in the hot tub or relax in the steam room or sauna. Limited lane swimming available.

Leisure Swim: The leisure pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room are available for your therapeutic needs. No lane swimming available.

25 & 50 Metre Swims: Our main tank is set up for length swimming.

Wave & Waterslides: Catch the waves! Please note that waves may be turned off for various, unforeseen circumstances.

Diving Boards: Both 1-metre and 3-metre diving boards are available at select times. Please call us to find out the day’s schedule.

Please note: All children through 6 years of age must be under the direct supervision and within arm’s reach of a guardian. All guardians must be in the water and must be 16 years of age or older.

DROP-IN SWIM SCHEDULE
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Drop-in Aquafit Sessions

Therapy Aquafit: Improve your mobility with this low-impact class. The focus is on movement, range of motion, balance, strength and stretching. Water therapy is highly recommended for people with arthritis, joint replacements, pre and post surgery and those with limited mobility.

Shallow/Deep Combo Aquafit: This is designed for both shallow and deep water aquafit enthusiasts c(ardio training, strength training and stretching all together). Participants can choose to stay in the shallow water or participate in deep water with an aquafit belt. We also offer Shallow Water Aquafit and Deep Water Aquafit as stand-alone drop-in sessions.

Aqua Yoga:  Increase strength, balance and flexibility with the mindful practice of yoga in the water. This class includes some cardio and will finish with savasana in either the hot tub or sauna. Pre-registration is required.

Aqua Zumba®: This class is perfect for those looking to make a splash by adding low-impact, high-energy aquatic exercise to their fitness routine. Aqua Zumba® blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance for one pool party you shouldn’t miss!

DROP-IN SWIM SCHEDULE

Community Woodsmoke Reduction Program

The Woodstove Exchange Program is designed to encourage residents of Nanaimo to change out their older, smoky wood stoves for low-emission appliances including new CSA-/EPA-certified clean-burning wood stoves, electric fireplace inserts or heat pumps.

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Nanaimo 150: Did you know?

The First Council Meeting for the City of Nanaimo took place on January 22, 1875 at the Court House on Front Street. Mayor Mark Bate took the minutes. Nanaimo's Historical Society offers many videos if you're looking to learn more about the history of Nanaimo. The Nanaimo Archives preserves historical records for the region. If you're looking for an interactive visit to learn more about Nanaimo, stop by the Nanaimo Museum.

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Will Your Commute Be Affected This Week?

Here’s a list of up-to-date information on City construction projects.

  • All businesses in the construction areas are open unless otherwise posted.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Thank you for your patience!

Midtown Gateway Project

  • Areas currently affected:
    • Bowen Road, between Northfield Road and Labieux Road.
    • Boxwood Road, between Northfield Road and Tulsa Road.
    • The south access to Beban Park will be closed 24 hours per day.

Important dates for the new intersection on Bowen Road and the new Beban Parkway (south Beban Park entrance) and Boxwood Road connector:

  • Wednesday, January 22, in the early afternoon, the traffic lights, crosswalks and intersection will be put into service and the new Beban Park entrance and Boxwood Road connector will be opened to pedestrian, cycling and vehicle traffic.

Learn more about this project: Midtown Gateway

Midtown Water Supply Project

  • Areas currently affected:
    • Northfield Road between The Nanaimo Parkway and Boxwood Road.
    • Black Diamond Drive at Crows Nest Place.
  • The trailway between Labieux roundabout and the E&N Trail is closed in this area when construction is active.
  • The trailway between Third Street, VIU and the Black Diamond neighbourhood is closed, this area is an active construction site.
  • All trail surfaces will remain gravel until the spring. Pavement restoration will occur when the paving plant reopens.

Learn more about this project: Midtown Water Supply Project.

Commercial Street Improvements – Wharf to Church Street

Learn More about this project: Commercial Street Improvements - Wharf to Church Street

Townsite Area Utility Upgrades - Phase 1

  • Sections of Oakley Street and Chelsea Street will be closed for water and sewer upgrades starting November 4 – open to local traffic only.

Learn more about this project: Townsite Area Utility Upgrades - Phase 1

Buttertubs Drive Water Main Upgrade

  • Areas currently affected:
    • Buttertubs Drive
    • Single-lane alternating traffic will be in effect on St. George Street at Millstone Avenue

Learn more about this project: Buttertubs Drive Water Main Upgrade

CURRENT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
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Work With Us!

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

  • Manager, Financial Services & Special Projects
  • Municipal Service Inspector
  • Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
  • Water Technician
  • Casual Pool - Custodian Relief
  • Building Official
  • Casual Lifeguard/Instructors
  • Planning Assistant
  • Casuals - Police Services
  • Casual Clerical Opportunities

JOB POSTINGS
City of Nanaimo news and events

Recap of City News

New road and intersection open soon as Midtown Gateway Project enters final year

CITY NEWSROOM
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Meetings This Week

Monday, January 20: Council Meeting in the Vancouver Island Conference Centre starting at 7 pm.

Thursday, January 23: Design Advisory Panel Meeting in the SARC Boardroom starting at 5 pm.

MEETINGS

If you are not able to attend or tune in live, you can always review decisions made at each Council meeting simply by reading the Council Meeting Summaries. These summaries are typically posted the day after each meeting.

COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARIES

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