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Official account for the City of Nanaimo, one of the fastest growing cities in BC. After hours emergencies 250-758-5222. Terms of use www.nanaimo.ca/your-government/depa…

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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 18h
Join as we honour Residential School Survivors, their families and those who never returned home. The Canadian flag at #Nanaimo City Hall is at half-mast, come down to Deverill Square Park from 9:30am-2pm and later, free swimming & skating at Beban Park. More info: ow.ly/pPrM50ZSTNf #NDTR
Poster for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30 with community wellness events and traditional blessing at Deverill Square Park.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 30/09/2026
Skip the line, #Nanaimo! Mail-in voting for the 2026 General Local Election is available. Apply today at ow.ly/VYq950ZSUll or give us a call at 250-755-4405.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 30/09/2026
Have questions about the Home Energy Retrofit Financing Program? We’ll be at the #Nanaimo Fall Home Show from Oct 2 to 4 to answer any questions you have about the program. Look for the City of Nanaimo booth in the Beban Social Centre. More info: ow.ly/zZ6Q50ZSUOr
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 28/09/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Celebrate National Day for Truth & Reconciliation at Wellness Unites, businesses can apply for Luminous Paths micro-grants and learn how to prepare for Emergency Preparedness Month. Read on for more! ow.ly/To6Y50ZSmjW #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 28, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 28/09/2026
Tomorrow’s City of Nanaimo Council meeting begins at 1pm in Vancouver Island Conference Centre’s Shaw Auditorium. Can’t join us in person? You can watch the meeting online at ow.ly/uvaV50ZRFfS.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 27/09/2026
Help shape Nanaimo’s Seniors Emergency Preparedness Information Guide (there's still time!) Take the survey by Oct. 1 at getinvolvednanaimo.ca or find a paper copy at a City facility or VIRL branch. This project made possible through funding from the BC Age-friendly Communities Grant Program.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 22/09/2026
Did you know? Election signs aren't allowed to go up just anytime. In Nanaimo, political signs on City-owned public property and private property can only be posted 30 days before General Voting Day (Thursday, September 17). To learn more, visit: www.nanaimo.ca/your-governm...
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 21/09/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Learn about candidates in the 2026 Local General Election, get a reminder about political sign regulations and explore the new SNUNEYMUXW ‘imush tu hulitum (Walk of Life) Public Art Tour. Read on for more! ow.ly/6WqL50ZPOLk #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 21, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 20/09/2026
Heads up, #Nanaimo commuters: the Wellcox Bridge will be closed Sept 21-24 from 7 am to 7 pm while maintenance work takes place. Please use the detours along Port Dr, Front St and Esplanade.
Map showing Wellcox Bridge road closure with detour via Port Drive, Front St, and Esplanade from Sept 21-24, 7 am to 7 pm.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 14/09/2026
Applications open for the Home Energy Retrofit Financing Program. This program offers up to $15,000 in interest-free financing for #Nanaimo homeowners to retrofit their homes with more energy efficient options. More info and apply: ow.ly/ULg950ZMNE1
Applications open for Nanaimo's Home Energy Retrofit Financing Program, featuring photos of home energy upgrades and solar panels.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 14/09/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Apply to vote by mail in the 2026 General Local Election, youth artists are invited to join a free information session and register for Fall GoByBike week. Read on for more! ow.ly/uvTy50ZNuyP #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 14, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 14/09/2026
Word of the Week: Slacken! Slacken means to slow down, and become less fast, strong or intense. For example, “school is back in, and 30km per hour school zones are back in effect, so slacken your pace when you see a school zone sign!” Slacken! Slow your pace to keep students safe. #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 08/09/2026
A Request for Proposal for Owner's Representative Services for Supply and Deliver Mid-Size Electric Vehicles has been posted on our bids&tenders site. Interested? Learn more and submit here: ow.ly/RbSz50ZKTGG
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 08/09/2026
My Nanaimo This Week: Mail ballots are available for the 2026 General Local election, Third Street has reopened and students are heading back to school. Read on for more! ow.ly/87TR50ZKTwX #YCD #Nanaimo
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 8, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 05/09/2026
Heads up, #Nanaimo: the City website will be down tomorrow (Saturday, Sept 5) between 9 and 10 am for scheduled maintenance.
City of Nanaimo announces system maintenance scheduled for September 5 at 9am with a laptop and gear icons illustration.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 02/09/2026
Word of the Week: Gerontic! Gerontic means ‘of, or relating to old age or elderly people.’ The City of Nanaimo is developing a gerontic Seniors Emergency Preparedness Information Guide, and we want community input to help shape it. www.nanaimo.ca/goto/SeniorsSurvey #YCD #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 01/09/2026
Looking to retrofit your home with more energy-efficient options, but don't have all the funds needed? The City's Home Energy Retrofit Financing Program may be the perfect fit for you! Accepting applications starting Sept 14. More info and apply: ow.ly/6BX750ZHZhz #Nanaimo
Technician inspecting an outdoor HVAC unit with a dog nearby, insulation installation, workers fitting a window, and a worker on solar panels under clear blue sky.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 01/09/2026
My Nanaimo This Week: Drop by an upcoming info session, apply for a Culture Grant and the City is seeking art from youth for its 2027 Street Banner. Read on for more! ow.ly/wvbs50ZHwlK
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My Nanaimo This Week - August 31, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 26/08/2026
The nomination period for the 2026 General Local Election opens September 1 at 9 a.m. Interested in running? Book an appointment to file your nomination documents: 📧 elections@nanaimo.ca 📞 250-755-4405 Learn more: www.nanaimo.ca/elections
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 24/08/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Nomination period for the 2026 General Local Election is coming up, check out Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet and join us for our final FREE Family Fun Night. Read on for more! ow.ly/OLoi50ZETzJ #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - August 24, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 20/08/2026
Keep it clean! Diapers, animal waste and cat litter belong in the black cart (double bagged!) and not the green cart. Contaminated green cart loads may be left behind. #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 18/08/2026
The nomination period for the 2026 General Local Election opens September 1 at 9 a.m. Interested in running? Book an appointment to file your nomination documents: 📧 elections@nanaimo.ca 📞 250-755-4405 Learn more: www.nanaimo.ca/elections
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 17/08/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Get ready for the Nanaimo Recycles Car Trunk Sale, join us for a free Family Fun Night and registration for recreation programs opens. Read on for more! ow.ly/ub8650ZABP4 #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - August 17, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 14/08/2026
A new #Nanaimo bid opportunity for Bastion Street Parkade Phase 5 Post Tension Repairs has been posted here: nanaimo.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tende...
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 10/08/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: You're invited to submit a poem, register for aquatics programs beginning Wednesday, August 12 and enjoy our Concerts in the Park series this summer. Read on for more! ow.ly/890E50ZybH6 #Nanaimo #YCD
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📫 My Nanaimo This Week - August 10, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 06/08/2026
Green cart tip: know your liner. If you use liners, use only BPI Certified Compostable liners. They break down properly and help keep microplastics out of soil and streams. ow.ly/nQjV50ZryA0 #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 05/08/2026
A Request for Proposal for Flagging and Traffic Control Services has been posted on our bids&tenders site. Interested? Learn more and submit here: ow.ly/Suha50ZwOwx
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 05/08/2026
Are you a new voter? Or not sure if you are on the Voter’s List? Make it easier when you go to vote in the 2026 General Local Election on October 17. Register to vote through Elections BC at elections.bc.ca. The deadline to get on the list for this year’s election is Tuesday, August 18
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 04/08/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: The Fall and Winter Activity Guide will be available soon, the Stadium District is welcoming new amenities and the latest Lighting a Path projections are now on display. Read on for more! ow.ly/5pPx50ZwhLI #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - August 4, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 03/08/2026
Community space, new washrooms, boat training and storage, park improvements; it's all coming soon to Loudon Park. #Nanaimo #NanaimoNews www.nanaimo.ca/NewsReleases/NR26073…
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 01/08/2026
The new stadium bleachers and modern media booth at Q'unq'inuqwstuxw Field are officially open and ready for use! #Nanaimo #NanaimoNews www.nanaimo.ca/NewsReleases/NR26073…
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 30/07/2026
Green cart tip: shut the lid, skip a spill. Fill your green cart loosely and only to the brim so that the lid closes fully. Level, loose loads help prevent spills during collection. ow.ly/OcCA50ZrytM #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 28/07/2026
Heads up, Nanaimo: a bear has been spotted near the Middle Dam at Colliery Dam Park today. Use caution when in the area.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 27/07/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: The Walk of Life public art tour is coming soon, Stage 3 Watering Restrictions remain in effect and Nanaimo will host the 2028 and 2029 Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships. Read on for more! ow.ly/rsN350ZtzQK #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - July 27, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 22/07/2026
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for #Nanaimo. Stay safe by taking precautions during this weather and make sure to check in on family, friends, neighbours who may be vulnerable to heat-related illness. More info on staying safe during hot weather: ow.ly/iRq750ZrbHb
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 20/07/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Register to vote in the 2026 General Local Election, apply to become the next Poet Laureate and learn how to stay safe during hot weather. Read on for more! ow.ly/Cm2u50Zq9Cb #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - July 20, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 20/07/2026
A Request for Proposal for Property, Encampment Clean-up and Debris Removal Services has been posted on our bids&tenders site. Interested? Learn more and submit here: ow.ly/G3Kq50Zp8PL #Nanaimo
City of Nanaimo requests proposals for property, encampment clean-up, and debris removal services, deadline August 12 at 3 pm.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 18/07/2026
A Request for Bid for a #Nanaimo Ice Centre Dehumidifier Renewal has been posted on our bids&tenders site. Interested? Learn more and submit here: ow.ly/GrZp50Zp8Op
City of Nanaimo requests bids for Nanaimo Ice Centre dehumidifier renewal, open until August 11 at 3 pm.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 18/07/2026
Build a better #GreenCart for easier emptying! When you tackle yard cleanup, start with heavier scraps, then alternate loose layers of leaves, grass, twigs, more scraps or soiled flattened pizza boxes. www.nanaimo.ca/city-services/garbag… #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 16/07/2026
A new #Nanaimo bid for Materials Testing and Geotechnical Consulting Services has been posted here: ow.ly/hCAh50ZnVj1
City of Nanaimo request for proposal on materials testing and geotechnical consulting services, deadline August 12 at 3 pm.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 15/07/2026
Do you find data and maps fascinating? If so, check out our Open Data GIS site. It’s easy to use and we have maps for just about anything you could think a municipality would need to have, including 3D maps of #Nanaimo! Check it out here: gisdata.nanaimo.ca
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 13/07/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Community-created asphalt art brightens an intersection, join a candidate information session and submit your proposal for the 2027 Temporary Public Art program. Read on for more! ow.ly/85EU50Zn2yI #Nanaimo #YCD
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - July 6, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 09/07/2026
Loose loads win. Stuffed carts can spill over when the truck tips them, or the contents may get stuck. A loose load empties better and helps keep collection moving. #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 08/07/2026
Interested in running in the 2026 General Local Election? Learn about the role of elected officials, the election process and becoming a candidate at one of two Candidate Information Sessions hosted by the City of Nanaimo and the RDN. Learn more: ow.ly/Rqgc50ZlLtf #Election #Nanaimo
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 06/07/2026
#MyNanaimo This Week: Stage 3 watering restrictions are in effect, check out our Beach Reports and join our Playground Programs at Departure Bay. Read on for more! ow.ly/jqU550ZkLu3 #YCD #Nanaimo
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📬 My Nanaimo This Week - July 6, 2026
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 03/07/2026
Join local artist Sebastian Abboud for a Community Paint Day and be part of creating a large-scale artwork at the Campbell Street & Machleary Street intersection. Everyone is welcome to help bring this colourful community project to life! Sunday, July from 10 am to 2 pm (Drop in anytime!)
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 03/07/2026
The City of Nanaimo is seeking casual Preschool Instructors and Preschool Assistants to assist the preschool program by leading safe and supervised activities for children in their early developmental years. To learn more, visit: www.nanaimo.ca/your-governm...
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 02/07/2026
Heads up #Nanaimo Commuters! The intersection of Campbell St and Machleary St will be closed to vehicle traffic from 7 am, July 3 to 7 am, July 7. The streets approaching the intersection will be restricted to local traffic only. Please use an alternate route. #YCD
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 02/07/2026
Your 2026 #Nanaimo property taxes are due today (July 2). If you haven't yet, make sure to claim your Home Owner Grant with the Province of BC. You can apply online at ow.ly/a1Hq50Zhn0y or by calling 1-888-355-2700. www.nanaimo.ca/city-services/home-p…
Aerial view of Nanaimo with a note stating 2026 property taxes due today overlaid in bold blue text.
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CityofNanaimo @nanaimo.ca · 02/07/2026
Green cart tip! Branches must be thinner than your pinkie and shorter than your fingertip to elbow. Load them loose in your cart, tips down. If they are too big, leave them out. ow.ly/jP2y50ZhNhp #Nanaimo
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