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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 https://www.nanaimo.ca/your-government/departments-contacts/social-media/social-media-terms-of-use
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This coming storm season, make sure you are prepared. Have a storm readiness plan, put together an emergency kit with at least 7 days worth of supplies in the event of a power outage and sign up for emergency alerts from the City by downloading the Voyent Alert app. ow.ly/gWvu50Xgtva #Nanaimo
#MyNanaimo This Week: The deadline to apply for our Temporary Public Art program is fast approaching, sign up for Voyent Alert! and join us for an open house at Fire Station #1. Read on for more! ow.ly/rqMQ50Xf67p #Nanaimo #YCD
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - October 20, 2025
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Nanaimo Fire Rescue is hosting an open house in support of this year's Fire Prevention Week on October 21, 2:30 – 4:30 pm at Fire Station #1, 666 Fitzwilliam Street. Enjoy new fire trucks on display, an interactive Fire Safety House, fire prevention exhibits, and more! Visit: ow.ly/kM0p50XecIi
Get ready, #Nanaimo! Drop, cover and hold on at 10:16 am for the #ShakeOut BC earthquake drill. We will also start the test of Nanaimo's emergency alert system, Voyent Alert! www.nanaimo.ca/NewsReleases...
Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? The City of Nanaimo is currently hiring for multiple exciting roles across various departments.

To learn more, visit: ow.ly/URTN50X7Zz3

#Nanaimo #Career #Government #Hiring
This Thursday starting at 10:16 am, as you drop, cover and hold on for #ShakeOutBC, we will be testing #Nanaimo's emergency alert system, Voyent Alert. If you haven't yet, sign up today: ow.ly/ppkV50X7VkK
#MyNanaimo This Week: Drop, cover and hold on during the province-wide Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill, remember to clean catch basins and join our StoryWalk at Beban Park. Read on for more! ow.ly/nlyh50XbgHy #Nanaimo #YCD
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - October 14, 2025
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Smoke alarms are life-saving devices. By installing the correct number of smoke alarms in the proper locations throughout your home and maintaining them in good working condition, you can significantly lower the risk of fire-related injuries or fatalities for your family. Visit: ow.ly/sJvO50X9hWZ
Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? The City of Nanaimo is currently hiring for multiple exciting roles across various departments.

To learn more, visit: ow.ly/URTN50X7Zz3

#Nanaimo #Career #Government #Hiring
You can receive alerts with important instructions and safety information on your phone from the City in the event of a community-wide emergency. If you haven't yet, sign up for Voyent Alert!, Nanaimo's emergency alert system: ow.ly/ppkV50X7VkK

We are testing this system on Oct. 16, 2025.
#MyNanaimo This Week: Sign up for Voyent Alert!, learn how to handle lithium-ion batteries in your home and join us for a glow in the dark skate. Read on for more! ow.ly/KAeu50X7l9s #YCD #Nanaimo
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - October 6, 2025
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#MyNanaimo This Week: Join us on September 30 as we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, October is Emergency Preparedness Month in Nanaimo and expect parking lot closures at Neck Point Park. Read on for more! ow.ly/X6Nc50X3Rmr #YCD
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 29, 2025
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#NanaimoNews: October is Emergency Preparedness Month in #Nanaimo. Fire prevention. Emergency kits. ShakeOut. Alerts. Read more here: www.nanaimo.ca/NewsReleases...
#MyNanaimo This Week: Join us on September 30 as we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, explore the new bollards downtown Nanaimo and get ready for GoByBike Week. Read on for more! ow.ly/mVNF50X0loH #YCD
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 22, 2025
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#Nanaimo commuters: Single-lane alternating traffic on Hammond Bay between Ventura Dr and Rutherford Rd until Oct 31. Expect delays. If possible, please plan an alternate route. www.nanaimo.ca/construction... #YCD
#Nanaimo commuters: crews will be installing a raised crosswalk at the intersection of Dufferin Cres & Grant Ave from Sept 22-Oct 22. Expect single-lane alt traffic on Dufferin, one-way (north bound) traffic on Grant Ave & the transit stop at Seafield will be unavailable at times.
#Nanaimo commuters: the intersection at Fillinger Cres and Entwhistle Dr will be closed Sept 22-29 while crews replace a new sanitary forcemain at the Wellington Pump Station. Detours will be in place. If possible, please plan an alternate route. #YCD
#MyNanaimo This Week: Registration is open for the Civic Sport Merit Awards and Arts & Culture Merit Awards, check out the upcoming youth programs and events and apply to become a Board of Variance member. Read on for more! ow.ly/xtof50WXaqC #YCD #Nanaimo
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 15, 2025
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We are currently recruiting 1 member for our Board of Variance, an independent body that can grant variances to relax zoning regulations, extend non-conforming uses and reconstruct non-conforming buildings. Apply by Sept 26 at 4 pm. More info: ow.ly/yyY750WUOnZ #Nanaimo #YCD
#MyNanaimo This Week: The 55+ BC Games start this week, the intake is now open for the 2026 Culture & Event Grants and youth are invited to get creative with the Street Banners 2026 program. Read on for more!​ ow.ly/K9ho50WToPq #Nanaimo #YCD
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 8, 2025
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My Nanaimo This Week: The 55+ Games in Nanaimo are looking for volunteers, slow down in school zones and volunteer for the upcoming Terry Fox Run. Read on for more! ow.ly/Rqhz50WPJFN #YCD #Nanaimo
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - September 2, 2025
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The Terry Fox Run returns to Bowen Park on Sunday, September 14 at 9:00 AM! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with setup, cheer on participants, and more.

📧 Interested? Contact Meaghan at [email protected]

#TerryFoxRun #Nanaimo #BowenPark #Volunteers
The Nanaimo 2025 55+ BC Games take place September 9–13, 2025. The games need lots of volunteers to be successful and there are opportunities in a variety of areas.

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: ow.ly/K2fS50WMfLx
#MyNanaimo This Week: Upcoming power outage at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, join us for our final week of free summer programs as well as our End of Summer Splash. Read on for more! ow.ly/ZCkJ50WLAxG #Nanaimo #YCD
📬 My Nanaimo This Week - August 25, 2025
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We're heading into a stretch of warmer weather, #Nanaimo. Learn some tips on how you can stay cool during these hot summer days: ow.ly/t7cZ50Wpx4m #YCD