The 2026 General Local Elections in B.C. take place on Oct. 17 with the first advance voting opportunity in the Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo and Comox Valley on Oct. 7. At The Discourse, we believe voters...

All-candidates forum puts climate questions to Nanaimo election candidates.

Hundreds of nurses and healthcare workers picket Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.

Urban forests are critical city infrastructure, not just ‘tree hugger stuff,’ say city staff.

Residents ask city council to do something about loud cars and motorcycles late at night.

New festival includes free performances in Bowen Park and workshops.

Nanaimo tenant protection bylaw would include compensation but no discount on rent in new units

The Globe Live Studio is at risk of closing, but local band End of Thread is rallying behind it to help save the scene.

Former Newcastle Place supportive housing resident says dry housing is needed for some people in recovery.

How a 19th century land grant continues to impact First Nations on Vancouver Island.

“Drag shows and Pride are such a bastion of hope, community, solidarity and joy.’

Sound Heritage owner wants to create an outdoor community events space behind his store.

Nanaimo hospital ER now boasts a cohort of American nurses, and more want to join them.

Harmac officials say development of industrial park is key to economic diversification

Three residents share their stories about how the toxic drug crisis has impacted them.

This volunteer organization is removing invasive species to reduce wildfire risk and protect biodiversity.

Why hundreds of youth, and a few parents, pack all-ages punk shows at The Globe Live Studio every weekend.

New monthly electronic music night in Nanaimo to showcase Island DJs this weekend.

Provincial party’s leader Dallas Brodie calls to throw out B.C. Indigenous rights law, reconciliation and the federal Indian Act. We fact-checked what she said.

As a temporary winter shelter in Duncan closes its doors, unhoused residents are faced with few other options for housing.

Development permit for data centre in Nanaimo approved, but with conditions.

Community members want proceeds of sold-out show by outrage comedian Ben Bankas to be donated to Nanaimo Pride and Indigenous organizations

Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from March 6 to 11, 2026.

Your guide to herring spawning etiquette and where to see it on the Salish Sea.

Community members want proceeds of sold-out show by outrage comedian Ben Bankas to be donated to Nanaimo Pride and Indigenous organizations

New boundaries will allow people living on the reserves to vote in city elections this fall.

‘Being safe at schools has a lot to do with knowing your neighbours and supporting them,’ says local parent.

No More Stolen Sisters Memorial March to take place Friday, Feb. 13 in downtown Nanaimo.

Music, art and community events in Nanaimo from Feb. 5 to 12, 2026.

Black History Month events in Nanaimo, B.C. for February 2026.

The untold story behind Mike and Heather Trask’s fossil discovery and ‘the incredible importance of curiosity.’

District staff will also create a rural housing strategy.

Bleached by the Sun: Perspectives on Chinatown is on display until March 22, 2026 at the Nanaimo Art Gallery.

In the frozen streets of Minneapolis, something profound is happening.

Music from Star Wars, Star Trek and The Planets to collide at The Port Theatre.

Community Safety Officers are helping respond to Nanaimo’s homelessness crisis, but councillors and experts say more supports are needed.