April 30, 2026

This Week...

Help shape the future of the Country Club transit exchange, take a walk in the park and participate in Water to Earth Month. Read on for more!

Country Club Utility and Mobility Upgrades

Help shape the future of the Country Club transit exchange. The City is replacing aging underground utilities along Norwell Dr. To maximize the benefit of this construction, we are proposing surface improvements to the transit exchange. These include wider accessible sidewalks for queuing, improved bus shelters and furnishings, and street trees and lighting. Review the concept plan for the Country Club Utility and Mobility Upgrades and complete a comment form here: nanaimo.ca/goto/CountryClub

Take a Walk in the Park Day

Today (March 30) is Take a Walk in a Park Day, a perfect opportunity to step outside and enjoy Nanaimo’s beautiful green spaces. To commemorate the event, we're introducing a new series featuring some of the city's most popular parks and walking locations. Over the next few months, we'll be providing ideas for picturesque walks, calm paths and favorite outdoor destinations on our social media channels. Whether you want to go for a short walk or a longer stroll, there is a Nanaimo park waiting to be discovered.

For dramatic coastal scenery, Neck Point Park delivers. Explore winding trails through Garry oak meadows, discover pebble beaches and take in stunning views of the Salish Sea. Popular with photographers, walkers and scuba divers, the park offers a true west coast experience. Every visit feels a little different, shaped by tides, weather and light — making it a favourite place to return to again and again.

NANAIMO PARKS SEARCH
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Water to Earth Month

Beginning with World Water Day (March 22) and ending with Earth Day (April 22), Water to Earth Month celebrates water, the resource that is essential to all life and the Earth, the place we call home. The month is all about learning about and the steps we can take to protect and conserve our natural environment.

A number of events hosted by the City, RDN, Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research institute and Nanaimo and Area Land Trust are taking place during this month-long celebration.

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Lions Free Swims

Lions Free Swims begin on Sunday, April 11 and continue every Sunday until June 27 at Beban Park Pool. These free community swim sessions run from 12:30 to 2 pm and are generously sponsored by the Lions. Everyone is welcome to enjoy an afternoon of swimming and family fun, making it a great way to stay active and connected this spring.

Construction Notice

Construction at the disc golf course begins on Monday, March 30. The work is expected to take 3 to 4 weeks, and the disc golf course will be closed while work is ongoing. We are looking forward to opening the new and improved course later this spring! 

The new design was created in partnership between the City of Nanaimo and the Nanaimo Disc Golf Club with the goal of modernizing the course and improving playability. 

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Easter Hours

City offices and recreation facilities will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, with the exception of our pools. The Nanaimo Aquatic Centre (NAC) will remain open on both days from 12 to 4 pm for public swimming.

Plan before you go - make sure to check the City’s website for details.

Windstorm Cleanup

Our Parks crews are working their way through Nanaimo’s parks and trails to assess conditions following last week’s windstorm. If you are visiting Nanaimo's parks, please use caution and if you spot a downed tree or area of concern in a park please report it with the specific location and details to 250-756-5200 or parkopsdispatch@nanaimo.ca.

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Spring Tree Care

Tree pruning should be done in the winter months during full dormancy or after the trees have finished flowering.

Things you can do in the spring are:

  • Remove any remaining decorative lighting to avoid girdling the tree.
  • Clean up around the tree removing branches, twigs or leaves and then mulch the area around the base of the tree, but not against the trunk. Adding mulch against the trunk holds moisture and heat, which can help promote diseases such as canker.
  • Check the trunk and branches for damage before the leaves appear. Rabbits and deer can cause damage that may kill the tree. Protective mesh can help to protect against this type of damage.

If you see something that doesn't look quite right, contact a local Certified Arborist who can assist you.

SEASONAL TREE CARE

Tree Voucher Program

Did You Know? If you are a registered property owner in the City of Nanaimo, you can participate in our tree voucher program. This means you can purchase a tree to plant on your property for a reduced cost of $25 each.

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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.

  • Expect delays on Stewart Ave from 7 am to 6 pm on Monday March 30 while crews work on sewer lines.
  • Expect single lane alternating traffic on Third St between Pine St and Howard Ave. Consider alternative routes to avoid delays.
  • Expect single lane alternating traffic and, at times, eastbound lane closures on Jingle Pot Rd at the intersection of Holland Rd. Eastbound traffic watch for possible detour using Holland Rd and Ashlee Rd.
  • Expect single lane alternating traffic on Godfrey Rd between Grace Place and Dunster Rd and on Dunster Rd between Godfrey Rd and Maureen Way.
  • Expect delays due to single lane alternating traffic along Hammond Bay Rd at Rutherford Rd intersection while crews commence working on replacing the traffic signals. Traffic signals at Hammond Bay Rd and Rutherford Rd intersection will not be operational and will be manually controlled.
  • Expect delays due to single lane alternating traffic along Hammond Bay Rd at Turner Rd and McGirr Rd intersection while crews work on replacing a sanitary sewer. Traffic signals at Hammond Bay Rd and Turner Rd intersection will not be operational and will be manually controlled.
  • Expect delays due to single lane alternating traffic along Turner Rd from Hammond Bay Rd to Kenning Pl intersection while crews work on replacing a sanitary sewer and a watermain. Traffic signals at Hammond Bay Rd and Turner Rd intersection will not be operational and will be manually controlled.
  • Expect delays or detours due to single lane alternating traffic or road closures on Applecross Rd between Dover Rd and Calinda St while crews work on asphalt paving and intersection crossing improvements.

CURRENT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
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Work With Us!

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

  • Specialized Unit Support Clerk
  • Police Technical Support Specialist
  • Engineering Development Technician (TFT)
  • Lifeguard/Instructor (PPT)
  • Casual Pool - Custodian Relief
  • Casual Clerks - Finance
  • Community Safety Officers
  • Water Technician
  • Seasonal Recreation Leader II - Inclusion Vacancies
  • Planner I
  • Aquatic Supervisor
  • Lifeguard/Instructor
  • Lifeguard/Instructor (TFT)
  • Casual Arena Maintenance Worker
  • Building Official
  • Casual Lifeguard/Instructors
  • Casual Clerk Opportunities
  • Casuals - Police Services

JOB POSTINGS
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Meetings This Week

Thursday, April 2: Board of Variance Meeting in the SARC boardroom starting at 4 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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