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- [Home](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/) - Downtown Nanaimo is a charming blend of natural beauty and urban vibrancy. Explore our offerings, and discover your next adventure!
- [cruiseship-program](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/cruiseship-program/) - See List of Participating Businesses *White Sails Promo Only Applicable for Food Items* Canadian Indigenous Art Inc Verified No Reviews Favorite : 10:00 am - 5:00 pmMonClosedTue10:00 am - 5:00 pmWed10:00 am - 5:00 pmThu10:00 am - 5:00 pmFri10:00 am - 5:00 pmSat10:00 am - 5:00 pmSun11:00 am - 4:00 pm Canadian Indigenous Art Inc.
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- [Downtown Events](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/downtown-events/) - Events Explore Nanaimo's Upcoming Events VIEW EVENTS EXPLORE FREE PARKING OPTIONS Our bustling harbor city offers a vibrant array of events downtown, catering to a diverse range of ages and interests. To ensure you and your family don’t miss out, remember to regularly visit our calendar for the latest updates on upcoming events. VIEW EVENT
- [Directory](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/directory/) - What’s your plan today? Find the perfect place to hangout in Nanaimo Search for a business or category Near Search {"hide_search_input":"0","hide_near_input":"1","input_size":"","bar_flex_wrap":"","bar_flex_wrap_md":"","bar_flex_wrap_lg":"","input_border":"","input_border_opacity":"","input_rounded_size":"","btn_bg":"","btn_rounded_size":"","btn_rounded_size_md":"","btn_rounded_size_lg":"","bg":"","mt":"","mr":"","mb":"3","ml":"","pt":"","pr":"","pb":"","pl":"","border":"","rounded":"","rounded_size":"","rounded_size_md":"","rounded_size_lg":"","shadow":"","css_class":""} BROWSE BY CATEGORY RESTAURANTS NIGHTLIFE & BARS RETAIL STAY COMMERCIAL SERVICES ENTERTAINMENT Featured Listings Browse new and interesting shops, services, restaurants and more... Favorite Diamond Eyes Optical Claimed No Reviews services At Diamond Eyecare
- [DNBA Winterfest Business Survey](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/dnba-winterfest-business-survey/) - DNBA WINTERFEST BUSINESS SURVEY Winterfest Survey: Please fill out this survey and include your business name for a chance to win a gift certificate to a downtown restaurant of your choice. Business Name: What Type of business do you operate? Retail Food & Beverage Personal / Professional Services Arts / Culture Other: _______ Other: Where
- [Who We Are](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/who-we-are/) - ABOUT US Who We Are The Downtown Nanaimo Business Association (DNBA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a vibrant, prosperous, and inclusive downtown core. We represent the interests of downtown property owners and business operators, working collaboratively to enhance the economic vitality, physical appeal, and cultural vibrancy of Nanaimo’s historic city centre.The DNBA is
- [Storybook Walk 2025](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/storybookwalk2025/) - Follow the map matching each number to a page in the storybook. Every business on the walk will have a page displayed in their window!
- [Parks and Outdoors](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/parks-and-outdoors/) - Events Explore Nanaimo's Outdoor Activiteis VIEW EVENTS EXPLORE FREE PARKING OPTIONS Diana Krall Plaza Diana Krall Plaza, named after the renowned jazz artist from Nanaimo, British Columbia, is a key cultural spot in downtown Nanaimo. This peaceful plaza is a hub for social and cultural gatherings, featuring art installations, live music, and community events. It
- [Restaurants](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/food-and-drink/) - Retail Explore Nanaimo's Food & Drink Offerings VIEW DIRECTORY Indulge in the culinary delights of our harbor city, where a rich tapestry of restaurants downtown awaits to satisfy every palate. From family-friendly eateries to gourmet dining, our guide is constantly updated to help you and your family discover your next favorite meal. Featured Food &
- [Stay](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/stay/) - Retail Explore Nanaimo's Accomodations VIEW DIRECTORY Experience the comfort and charm of our harbor city with a stay that suits your style. From luxurious downtown hotels to cozy family-run inns, our accommodation guide is regularly updated to help you and your family find the perfect place to relax and unwind. Featured Accommodations Check out the
- [Retail](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/retail/) - Retail Explore Nanaimo's Retail Offerings VIEW DIRECTORY Our harbor city is a shopper’s paradise, boasting an eclectic mix of stores downtown that cater to various tastes and needs. Keep an eye on our directory to discover new retail locations and exclusive offerings for you and your family. Featured Retail Check out the featured shops and
- [Construction Closure](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/construction-closure/) - COMMERCIAL ST. CONSTRUCTIONProject Outline and Closures Commercial Street Construction Overview Commercial Street Improvements – Wharf to Church Street is the first phase of construction of the Design Commercial project. This project is intended to refresh and revitalize the area. Some of the project goals are to:Create a design vision for the street as well as other projects in the
- [NBIS Fundraiser Coupon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/nbis-fundraiser-coupon/) - NBIS Fundraiser COUPON CARD Give Back & Save Big Sept 1st - Nov 30th How it works: This handy little card is your ticket to savings all across downtown —while supporting a great cause! From September 1 to November 30, 2025, bring your card at participating businesses to enjoy exclusive discounts (most offering 10–15% off).
- [Contact Us](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/contact-us/) - CONTACT US Get In Touch Today We would love to speak with you.Feel free to reach out via the email below, or using the form here. info@downtownnanaimo.ca Your Name Last Name Email Message Submit EXPLORE THE DIRECTORY Search Search for a business or category Near Search {"hide_search_input":"0","hide_near_input":"1","input_size":"lg","bar_flex_wrap":"","bar_flex_wrap_md":"","bar_flex_wrap_lg":"","input_border":"","input_border_opacity":"","input_rounded_size":"","btn_bg":"primary","btn_rounded_size":"","btn_rounded_size_md":"","btn_rounded_size_lg":"","bg":"","mt":"","mr":"","mb":"3","ml":"","pt":"","pr":"","pb":"","pl":"","border":"","rounded":"","rounded_size":"","rounded_size_md":"","rounded_size_lg":"","shadow":"","css_class":""} BROWSE ALL downtown.nanaimo The heart of the harbour
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- [Thank You for Your Submission](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/thank-you-for-your-submission/) - Thanks For Your Submission Thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey. Your feedback is essential in helping us understand the effects of ongoing and future construction phases on downtown businesses. The data collected will inform advocacy efforts and support initiatives where necessary.
- [Clothing Drive](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/clothing-drive/) - CLOTHING DRIVE & COUPON BOOKGIVEAWAY Give Back & Save Big Jan 20th - March 15th How it works: 1. Drop off clothing at participating donation locations. 2. Receive your Downtown Nanaimo Coupon Book as a token of appreciation. 3. Enjoy savings while exploring the best of what Downtown Nanaimo has to offer! HOW CAN YOU
- [Window Decorating Contest](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/window-decorating-contest/) - DOWNTOWN NANAIMO & OLD CITY QUARTER THIS EVENT IS NOW OVER! THANK YOU AND SEE YOU NEXT YEAR! Vote for your favourite Window DisplayBusiness with the most votes wins a $500 prize Find the Golden Caboose* and upload a photo of it for your chance to win a prize valued at $500! This can be
- [Food Drive 2024](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/food-drive-2024/) - This event is over!Thank you, see you next year. Hunger Doesn’t Take a Break – Let’s Step Up and Make a Difference! The DNBA is partnering with the Old City Quarter, Loaves & Fishes, Island Corridor Foundation, and SVI Island Rail to help make a BIG difference in the lives of people right here in
- [Production Closures 2024](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/production-closures-2024/) - DOWNTOWN NANAIMO PRODUCTION CLOSURES Production Closure Overview CURRENT STATUS:ALL SHOPS ON COMMERCIAL STREET, WHARF STREET, AND SKINNER STREET ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS! From April 22nd to May 31st, some parts of Diana Krall Plaza will be closed to the public due to a production event.Closures of other parts of the surrounding area will happen in
- [Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/services/) - SERVICES & COMMERCIAL Explore Nanaimo's services. Experience the premier services of our harbor city, where a diverse array of downtown offerings awaits to meet every need. From family-oriented activities to luxury experiences, our guide is constantly updated to help you and your family find your next favorite service. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, entertainment, or
- [Nightlife](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/nightlife/) - NIGHTLIFE Explore Bars and Nighttime Hotspots in Nanaimo. Discover the vibrant nightlife of our harbor city, where an exciting array of downtown venues offers something for everyone. Whether you’re into live music, chic lounges, or family-friendly evening activities, our nightlife guide is continually updated to ensure you and your friends have memorable nights out. Casino
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## Events

- [Downtown Nanaimo Street Dance Festival](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/downtown-nanaimo-street-dance-festival/) - The Downtown Nanaimo Street Dance Festival is a free, all-ages celebration of dance, culture, and community taking place August 22 from 4–9 PM at Diana Krall Plaza. Throughout the evening, local dancers and cultural leaders will share Afro Fusion, Salsa and Bachata, Bhangra and Bollywood, and Hip Hop through live performances, beginner-friendly lessons, and open
- [Fabulous B-Sides at the Queen's](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/fabulous-b-sides-at-the-queens/) - The Fabulous B-Sides are Victoria's favourite party band. Energized interpretations of pop, rock and Motown from some of the city's top musicians. Advance tickets here: https://www.showpass.com/fabulousbsides/?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv1_a1demo099f2dax
- [Thora Howell's Fundraising Cookbook Launch](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/thora-howells-fundraising-cookbook-launch/)
- [A Tribute to City & Colour @ 21 Nicol Street](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/a-tribute-to-city-colour-21-nicol-street/) - 21 Nicol Presents: A Tribute to City & Colourwith:Michelle LoretaRyland GlassDaniel Archibald& Brennan Rodney :: Saturday, June 13th :: :: Doors @ 7pm • Show @ 8pm :: • Tickets - $25 on Eventbrite • GET TICKETS Join us for an intimate evening celebrating the music of City and Colour at 21 Nicol Street. Featuring
- [Sunday Jazz Brunch](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/sunday-jazz-brunch/) - A weekly celebration of the joys of jazz music. One that will provide jazz lovers with a place to share a delicious musical experience with friends and family. Also, an opportunity to introduce a new generation to the magic of live jazz music performed by talented long-time local players combined with accomplished students from the
- [Pacific Biological Station Open House](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/pacific-biological-station-open-house/) - Join Fisheries and Oceans Canada for a day of learning and fun at the Pacific Biological Station to learn about the work done at the oldest fisheries research facility on the West Coast! Bring your family and friends for ocean-themed activities like arts and crafts and touch tanks, Remotely Operated Vehicle demonstrations and scientific seminars,
- [Fleetwood Magic , Canada's Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at The Port Theatre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/fleetwood-magic-canadas-authentic-tribute-to-fleetwood-mac-at-the-port-theatre-2/) - Fleetwood Magic, Canada's Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac are coming to The Port Theatre in Nanaimo, BC on Thursday, September 17, 2026! Fleetwood Magic Tribute Show masterfully transports audiences in sound and time through a musical journey performing Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits, authentically recreating the sound, style and mystique of Fleetwood Mac’s most iconic line-up.
- [One Table, One Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/one-table-one-nanaimo/) - One Table, One Nanaimo is a free, family-friendly community breakfast and one of the most welcoming things to do in Nanaimo, bringing people together to share a meal and connect in a beautiful public park setting on Vancouver Island. Hosted by the Spirit of Nanaimo Society, this inaugural event invites residents, visitors, families, seniors, and
- [Mother's Day High Tea Fundraiser](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/mothers-day-high-tea-fundraiser/) - Join Les Dames d'Escoffier BC Chapter (LDBC) for a deliciously elegant Mother’s Day High Tea Fundraiser to sip, savour and celebrate the special Mom in your life! While you’re celebrating your mothers, mentors, daughters, and friends – you will also be supporting women in food, beverage, and hospitality as the event’s net proceeds will fund the
- [THE WESTLANDERS TO BRING A BIT OF IRELAND TO WHITE SAILS BREWING ON ST PATRICK'S DAY](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/the-westlanders-to-bring-a-bit-of-ireland-to-white-sails-brewing-on-st-patricks-day/) - The Westlanders, a well-established Nanaimo-based celtic music group,will be bringing a little bit of Ireland to White Sails on St. Patrick’s Day thisyear!At the helm is long-time Celtic musician Joshua Gillingham, formerfrontman of the Edmonton-based celtic group The Ugly Mugs. Joining himwill be two instrumentalists on flute and violin with diverse backgrounds infolk music, as
- [World Tai Chi & Qigong Day](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/world-tai-chi-qigong-day-3/) - Join us on World Tai Chi & Qigong Day to celebrate the health and healing arts of Tai Chi and Qigong with over 100 cities in 80 countries. Participate in Mass Tai Chi right at 10am to synchronize with the global Tai Chi “wave” starting in the earliest time zones of New Zealand, and ending in
- [Valentine's Day](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/valentines-day/) - ✨ TRUEVIBE EVENTS ✨ Exclusively Presents An Affair of Love, Luxury & Celebration 📅 14 FEBRUARY 2026 🕒 3:00-8PM 📍 BETHLEHEM CENTER 💃🕺 DRESS CODE ❤️ Women: Red Glam 🖤 Men: Black / Charcoal / White with Red Accents 💑 Couples: $110 💃 Singles Mingle bring your friends $50 ✨ A MEMORABLE TRUEVIBE EXPERIENCE ✨
- [La Hora Loca - Latin Party](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/la-hora-loca-latin-party/) - Bailamos Nanaimo presents: 🔥💃 LA HORA LOCA – The Biggest Latin Party in Nanaimo! 🥁🔥 La Hora Loca "the crazy hour," is a festive tradition that originated in Latin American countries and is now popular at parties and celebrations all over the world.Get ready, Nanaimo… it’s time to go LOCO! 🎉 📅 Date: Saturday, Feb 28 starting 9pm📍 Venue: LevelTwo Nightclub, 170 Skinner
- [Smut Slam - the adult only open mic](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/smut-slam-the-adult-only-open-mic/) - Brace yourselves for stories you never expected to hear on stage, embraced by a room full of supportive strangers. Anyone can sign up to share, but only one can win the best story of the night and bring home the prize. Stories based on REAL life, REAL lust, REAL Smut
- [BC is Burning Documentary](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/bc-is-burning-documentary/) - BC is Burning is an urgent and impactful documentary exploring British Columbia’s wildfire crisis and what we must do to protect our forests, communities, and future. With five catastrophic fire seasons in eight years, entire communities are at risk, emissions are soaring, and the economic toll is immense. Since 2017, over seven million hectares—larger than Ireland—have
- [Dog Collar Workshop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/dog-collar-workshop/) - Looking for something fun and creative to do? Learn the basics of leatherwork and craft a personalized collar for your pet! Join us on Thursday, March 26, from 6-8pm at the Attic, upstairs at Black Rabbit Kitchen, in downtown Nanaimo for a dog collar workshop. You'll come away with a beautiful handmade dog collar
- [Belt Making Workshop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/belt-making-workshop/) - Looking for something fun and creative to do? Learn the basics of leatherwork and craft your own leather belt. Join us on Thursday, April 23, from 6-8pm at the Attic, upstairs at Black Rabbit Kitchen, in downtown Nanaimo for a belt making workshop. You'll come away with a beautiful leather belt that will last you
- [Island Summer Theatre Festival](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/island-summer-theatre-festival/) - The Island Summer Theatre Festival invites audiences to celebrate the warmth, wonder, and magic of live performance under the summer sky. Featuring a vibrant blend of classic stories, original works, and family favourites, this year’s festival transforms the stage into a world of imagination and discovery. Each afternoon, families can delight in our joyful matinee
- [Dine About Mid Island | Jan 21 to Feb 8, 2026](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/dine-about-mid-island-jan-21-to-feb-8-2026/) - Dine About Festival for Foodies is back this winter, inviting locals and visitors to explore Vancouver Island’s culinary scene. Participating restaurants across Ladysmith, Cedar, Nanaimo, Lantzville, Nanoose, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach will offer special prix fixe menus, tastings, and featured dishes created just for the festival. The festival kicks off with a Launch Party on
- [Kelby MacNayr Quintet feat. Phil Dwyer](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/kelby-macnayr-quintet-feat-phil-dwyer/) - The Friends of Nanaimo Jazz Society are bringing the Kelby MacNayr Quintet feat. Phil Dwyer to The Queen's on Jan. 31. Tickets are $35 dollars, $30 for students (with valid ID) and are available at the door or online at www.friendsofnanaimojazzsociety.org.
- [The Bad Apples - Comedy Show (Nanaimo)](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/the-bad-apples-comedy-show-nanaimo/) - Join us on Tuesday January 27th at 8:00 PM at The Green Olive for a comedy show like no other! These Indigenous Comedians have carved their names into the stand-up comedy scene, bringing laughter to audiences across the globe. Their hilarious performances have graced renowned platforms like Disney+, HBO, Prime Video, Crave TV, APTN, CBC, Sirius XM, iTunes, and TUBI. Now
- [Two Island Duos, One Unforgettable Night: Zonnis and Dogwood Bloom Take the Stage](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/two-island-duos-one-unforgettable-night-zonnis-and-dogwood-bloom-take-the-stage/) - Get ready to be swept away by an evening of rich harmonies, captivating storytelling, and soul-warming positivity as Zonnis (Adam and Andrea Zonnis) and Dogwood Bloom (featuring Shane Philip and Ashley Sykes) join forces on stage. Together, these acclaimed Vancouver Island artists craft an immersive musical experience that radiates love, unity, and boundless creativity. Expect
- [TROOPER at the PORT THEATRE](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/trooper-at-the-port-theatre/) - Sherpa Group Events is proud to present Juno Award-winning Band of the Year and "Canadian rock heroes of the first order... the best performing band in Canada"! In 2023 they were inducted into both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and Canada's Walk of Fame. Then, as now, what makes Trooper what they are is
- [✨ UNA NOCHE DE ORO – A Latin NYE Celebration ✨](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/✨-una-noche-de-oro-a-latin-nye-celebration-✨/) - Saturday, December 27 @ 9PM LevelTwo Nightclub |170 Skinner St, Nanaimo Get ready to close out the year con brillo at the most dazzling Latin NYE celebration in Nanaimo! Join us for Una Noche de Oro, where the dress code is pure elegance and sparkle—black, gold, and silver. Dress to impress and get ready to
- [Faber LLP](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/faber-llp/) - A strong and well-designed tax planning strategy is essential for achieving financial stability, improving cash flow, and ensuring long-term growth. Rather than reacting at year-end, effective tax planning focuses on anticipating obligations,evaluating financial decisions throughout the year, and identifying opportunities that legally minimize tax exposure. This proactive approach allows individuals and organizations to make informed
- [Downtown Nanaimo Winterfest 2025](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/winterfest/) - - The DNBA Presents - :: Winterfest 2025 - Late-Night Shopping & More in Downtown Nanaimo :: • Thursday, December 4th • (TREE LIGHT UP)• Thursday, December 11th •• Thursday, December 18th • Starts @ 4:00pmGoes till 9:00pm Mobile Bar • Food Trucks • Live Music Join us for Late Night Shopping in downtown Nanaimo this
- [RA The Rugged Man & Sirreal Live At The Queens!](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/ra-the-rugged-man-sirreal-live-at-the-queens/) - R.A. the Rugged Man – Rough, Rugged, and Raw Tour (Canada 2025) Lit Evolution, Nightlife Ent, Diss or Daps, and Dropaganda unite to bring hip-hop’s rawest energy to Nanaimo, BC on November 22nd, 2025 at The Queen’s. Get ready for a night that blends underground authenticity with unrelenting stage presence. The legendary R.A. the Rugged
- [Downtown Nanaimo & Old City Quarter Trick-or-Treat](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/downtown-nanaimo-old-city-quarter-trick-or-treat/) - Downtown Nanaimo & Old City Quarter Trick-or-Treat Date: Thursday, October 31Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMLocation: Select businesses throughout Old City Quarter & Downtown Nanaimo Join us for an afternoon of Halloween fun as Old City Quarter and Downtown Nanaimo transform into a family-friendly trick-or-treat route!Local businesses will be handing out candy to little ghouls
- [Reader's Choice Book Club](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/readers-choice-book-club/) - Want to talk about what you’re reading but don’t want to be told what to read? Reader's Choice is the book club for you! For our first meeting, bring whatever you’re reading or have read recently to share with the group. Appetizers to share will be provided by the library. Email NanaimoHarbourfront@virl.bc.ca for more info and to
- [Habitat for Humanity ReStore Summer Social](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/habitat-for-humanity-restore-summer-social/) - About this event We’re throwing a ReStore Celebration —and you’re invited! The Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Nanaimo has grown bigger and better to save even more building materials from the landfill and support local affordable housing. Whether you’ve supported Habitat for years or just want to see what we’re all about, come join us for a fun-filled day
- [Subtle Colours from Nature: Fun with Hand-made Inks](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/subtle-colours-from-nature-fun-with-hand-made-inks/) - Artist Christi York specializes in–and celebrates–the collective human history of handcrafting and artisanal making, across cultures and time. In addition to learning how to make eco-friendly inks from plant material, we will play with abstract mark making—building up loose patterns in muted tones on watercolour paper. Beginners welcome. $60 per person/16 years
- [Emotional Expression Through Songwriting & Sound](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/emotional-expression-through-songwriting-sound/) - Combine life experiences with music by crafting simple poetry and finding melodies in everyday life. Singer-songwriter Laura Kelsey discusses an overview of sound and music therapy; and guides participants in creating their own songs to potentially release stress. No musical experience required. $40/16 years
- [Making Waves: Indigenous Takeover](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/making-waves-indigenous-takeover-2/) - Glimpse into the lives of Indigenous creatives who are making waves in our community! Featuring comic artist Gord Hill (Kwakwaka’wakw), visual artist Sonny Assu (Ligwiłda’xw of the Kwakwaka’wakw Nations), land-based educator Nikki Wilkinson (Irish, Scottish and Red River Métis), and award-winning poet Brandi Bird (Salteaux / Cree / Metis), this special edition of Making Waves
- [VFS In-Production Bootcamp | Creating the Modern Sitcom w/ Michael Spiller](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/vfs-in-production-bootcamp-creating-the-modern-sitcom-w-michael-spiller/) - MICHAEL SPILLER: Producer, Cinematographer, & Award-Winning Director With a BFA in Film from SUNY Purchase, Michael got his start as the DP on the first season of HBO’s Sex and The City. He launched his directing career in season two, directing seven episodes before moving to LA to pursue directing full time. His credits include more than
- [Picnic in the Plaza 2025](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/picnic-in-the-plaza-2/) - https://www.facebook.com/events/1468075064396713 - The DNBA Presents -:: Picnic in the Plaza 2025 ::A FREE Music, Food Truck and Artisan Festival • Sunday, August 31st •• Diana Krall Plaza - Downtown Nanaimo • Picnic in the Plaza is BACK!! The DNBA is proud to announce an all ages FREE TO ATTEND festival happening in Downtown Nanaimo at
- [SOAP BOX DERBY 2025!](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/soap-box-derby-2025/) - Get ready for high-speed fun at the 4th Annual Soapbox Derby on August 16, 2025, Wall Street, Nanaimo! A thrilling, family-friendly race where homemade, non-motorized cars zoom downhill, powered by gravity and fueled by creativity and community spirit. Kids (40 spots in stock division) and Adults/Businesses (20 Open Division) are welcome to race. This is a fundraising event where
- [Two Asians One Cup | STAND UP COMEDY TOUR](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/two-asians-one-cup-stand-up-comedy-tour/) - How are you doing, Nanaimo?! The “Two Asians One Cup” Stand-Up Comedy Tour is coming to your town! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This show features: Kansei Yasuda — a hilarious Japanese comedian who recently earned a Golden Ticket on Kill Tony, and is gaining fans fast with his ramen videos. https://www.instagram.com/kanseicomedy/ Bonggun Kim — a Korean comedian also known as Kimchi Daddy. Several of his videos
- [League Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/league-nanaimo/) - League Nanaimo is a project led by Vancouver and Salt Spring Island based artist Germaine Koh that unites creative process and play. Community members of all ages are invited to gather and exercise creativity by developing new games and sports through iterative, embodied activities. Games evolve organically as they are played, and strategies emerge through trial
- [Vancouver Film School - Online Discovery Info Session](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/vancouver-film-school-online-discovery-info-session/) - Learn about VFS’s award-winning, one-year programs in Film, Animation, Games, & Creative Design, get to know our faculty, and experience how VFS’s accelerated creative training in a production-focused environment fully prepares you as an artist for the creative industries, so that you’re ready to start your career FASTER. The event will conclude with a Q&A.
- [VFS All Access Pass | 3D Animation & Visual Effects](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/vfs-all-access-pass-3d-animation-visual-effects/) - Experience VFS's award-winning 3D Animation & Visual Effects program & your future in 3D & VFX. VFS All Access Pass is your exclusive backstage access to our #1-ranked 3D Animation & Visual Effects program and an opportunity to experience your future in 3D & VFX for the entertainment and game industries. You’ll attend an Industry
- [Art Lab Sunday: Artist Trading Cards](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-artist-trading-cards/) - Artist Trading Cards are small scale artworks with a big impact – make someone’s day as you give them your creation! Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members / Children must be
- [Art Lab Sunday: Accordion Books](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-accordion-books/) - Make your very own little book that folds out like an accordion! Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members/Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [Art Lab Sunday: Comics](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-comics/) - Comic panels await your creative stories! Join us for character design and methods for boosting your drawing skills to tell a story. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members/Children must be
- [Art Lab Sunday: Lyrical Line Art](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-lyrical-line-art/) - Inspired by song lyrics, make a mixed media artwork that fuses text, drawing and sheet music! Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members/Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [The Dallas Grey Icon Tour](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/the-dallas-grey-icon-tour/) - Get ready for an unforgettable experience — the ICON has arrived. Join us for the Dallas Grey Icon Tour, a high-energy live show celebrating music, movement, and pure star power. This is more than a concert — it's a full-scale performance featuring dynamic choreography, powerhouse vocals, electrifying visuals, and a night you’ll never forget. Known
- [Feature Exhibit: Dinosaurs of BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/feature-exhibit-dinosaurs-of-bc/) - Saturday, June 7 – Monday, September 1, 2025 Dig into prehistoric British Columbia and get up close and personal with “Buster”, the Iron Lizard of the Sustut River, and the other dinosaurs that once roamed the province’s highest peaks, densest forests and most remote river basins. Through research done by the Royal BC Museum’s palaeontology
- [Parkinson SuperWalk 2025](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/parkinson-superwalk-2025/) - Join us on September 7th as we bring our communities together to celebrate the 35th annual Parkinson SuperWalk! This charitable event takes place in over 20 locations across the province. At Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), we are inspired every day by the strength and resilience of our community. Together, we are united in our commitment
- [Marie Metaphor Poetry Workshop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/marie-metaphor-poetry-workshop/) - Resonance is the often-intangible afterglow of a poem. Whether read or heard, poetry can evoke a deep emotional connection and a sense of familiarity with past experiences; feelings that can persist long after the encounter. What does it mean when a piece of writing resonates with you and how can we create work that resonates
- [BC and Yukon Book Prize Tour](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/bc-and-yukon-book-prize-tour/) - Join the BC and Yukon Book Prizes and Windowseat Books on Thursday, June 12th at 6pm for an in-person evening with the finalists of the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes. Marion McKinnon Crook (author of Always on Call: Adventures in Nursing, Ranching, and Rural Living) and Scott Alexander Howard (author of The Other Valley) will be
- [Fleetwood Magic , Canada's Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at The Port Theatre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/fleetwood-magic-canadas-authentic-tribute-to-fleetwood-mac-at-the-port-theatre/) - Fleetwood Magic, Canada's Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, will perform at The Port Theatre in Nanimo, BC on Saturday September 20, 2025! Tickets are on sale now! Fleetwood Magic Tribute Show masterfully transports audiences in sound and time through a musical journey performing Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits from the 60’s to the 80’s, authentically recreating
- [Sound Journey : squlquluthun st'ilum "Dream Song"](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/sound-journey-squlquluthun-stilum-dream-song/) - Sumsháthut warms us as we move into the beauty and deep breath of spring to celebrate a season when all things seem possible. Gift yourself and your mothers, caregivers, families to a journey of spirt through sound and nourishment. squlquluthun st’ilum“Dream Song”An Indigenous led sound journey with chumas (good things to eat) Curated by Tsatassaya
- [Cirque du So-Gay – A Carnival in the Plaza](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/cirque-du-so-gay-a-carnival-in-the-plaza/) - THE NANAIMO PRIDE SOCIETY AND THE DNBA PROUDLY PRESENT: Cirque du So-Gay – A Carnival in the Plaza The Nanaimo Pride Society and the DNBA Present 🎪 Cirque du So-Gay – A Carnival in the Plaza 🎪 | Facebook Step right up for Cirque du So-Gay! Join us in the heart of Downtown Nanaimo for
- [Indigo Shindigo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/indigo-shindigo/) - Participants will learn hands-on Japanese resist dye techniques called Shibori with a natural indigo dye vat. These resist forms include tied, bound and clamped: Kanoko, Kumo and Itajime. The patterns and shapes created using different Shibori techniques are all beautiful and endless! All participants will leave with a beautifully indigo-dyed organic cotton scarf (or 3
- [Queer/Trans Art Drop-In](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/queer-trans-art-drop-in/) - Join us in celebrating Pride Month and prepare some parade swag at our Queer/Trans Art Drop-In. Looking for pronoun pins? Want to rep your pride flag(s) or make a sign? We will have our button maker set-up and other Pride-themed art activities to get you in the spirit! Admission by donation, all are welcome Facilitator: bailey
- [‘After Wrappers’ Opening Reception](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/after-wrappers-opening-reception/) - All are welcome to join us for an evening of celebration to open After Wrappers. Experience the exhibition, enjoy refreshments (including a signature cocktail from Arbutus Distillery), and try an activity in Art Lab. Elise Boulanger will be sharing music in Art Lab after the welcome speeches.
- [Vancouver Film School - Info Session | Victoria, BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/vancouver-film-school-info-session-victoria-bc/) - Are you ready, Canada? VFS is hitting the road this spring and coming to a city near you! Join us on the road to see exactly what we can do for your creative industry career! INFORMATIVE INFO SESSIONS Discover in detail our award-winning, industry-leading production programs in Film, Animation, Game, Design, & beyond, the VFS
- [Les Dames Mother’s Day High Tea](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/les-dames-mothers-day-high-tea/) - Spoil your Mother a day earlier this year by treating her to an exquisite three-course menu* created by Dame Chef Christine Godlonton using the finest Vancouver Island and traditional British ingredients. Chef Christine’s culinary artistry promises a truly delectable experience for everyone. This event will be enhanced Copenhagen Sparkling Tea, presented by Dame Sommelier Ceri Barlow
- [Nanaimo's All Local Market at Maffeo-Sutton Park](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimos-all-local-market-at-maffeo-sutton-park/) - Nanaimo's All Local Market – Friday, April 25 Maffeo Sutton Park, Downtown Nanaimo Market: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PMStrait Curbside Food Truck Festival: 12–8 PM Celebrate friendship, culture, and community pride at Nanaimo’s All Local Market — a vibrant spring gathering of handmade, homegrown, and locally crafted goods from across Vancouver Island. Set along the scenic waterfront
- [Triple Decker Comedy Tour - West Coast - Nanaimo, BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/triple-decker-comedy-tour-west-coast-nanaimo-bc/) - Helloooooo West Coast! Who's ready for some BIG laughs? The Triple Decker Comedy Tour is coming to BC, Long Weekend Monday May 19th! Come out Victoria Day Long Weekend Sunday to one of the funniest comedy shows you'll ever see! Join three of Canada's best comics; Himansu Patel, James Cummins, & Dave Luca - as
- [Vancouver Film School - Info Session | Kamloops, BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/vancouver-film-school-info-session-kamloops-bc-2/) - Are you ready, Canada? VFS is hitting the road this spring and coming to a city near you! Join us on the road to see exactly what we can do for your creative industry career! INFORMATIVE INFO SESSIONS Discover in detail our award-winning, industry-leading production programs in Film, Animation, Game, Design, & beyond,
- [The Great Nanaimo Pottery Throwdown](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/the-great-nanaimo-pottery-throwdown/) - In honour of the hit CBC TV show The Great Canadian Pottery Throwdown, we’re bringing the clay-throwing fun to Nanaimo with a local twist – and it's all for a great cause! Join us for an afternoon of hilarious, fast-paced pottery challenges, all while raising funds for Nanaimo Food Share’s food sustainability programs. Thirsty
- [TAYOS & TRANSITIONAL ALIEN](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/tayos-transitional-alien/) - Are you ready? Tayos is coming to The Queens and they will surely bring the energy. This hard-hitting original rock band from Chilliwack will have you in awe by the end of their first song. You WILL be a fan of Tayos before the night is over. But before Tayos takes the stage, Transitional Alien,
- [World Tai Chi & Qigong Day](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/world-tai-chi-qigong-day-2/) - Join the 10am Mass Tai Chi, to synchronize with the global Tai Chi wave, starting in the earliest time zones of New Zealand, and ending in Hawaii. Everyone is invited to be a part of this event in the spirit of peace and unity. There will be demos including 108 Tai Chi, 24 Tai Chi,
- [Land Acknowledgement Workshop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/land-acknowledgement-workshop-3/) - Are you interested in understanding the value and importance of land acknowledgements as a part of your journey toward reconciliation? Do you want to honour the host Nation in a meaningful way? Would you like to understand the relevance of land acknowledgements? Join Indigenous Engagement Coordinator bailey macabre for an introductory workshop about land acknowledgements.
- [Making Waves: Play Edition](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/making-waves-play-edition/) - Get a glimpse into the lives of creatives who are making waves in our community! This entertaining event invites you to listen to and engage with artists who use play as a key ingredient of their creative practice. Topics range from writing, performance, visual art, music and more. Enjoy a drink and some popcorn while
- [Coldest Night of the Year](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/coldest-night-of-the-year/) - Coldest Night of the Year is a winter-effic event for people of all ages to come together and help raise money and awareness for those experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness in our community. Whether you sign up as a walker, donate, or volunteer - every impact makes a difference in the life of someone in
- [Nanaimo! The City That Sings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimo-the-city-that-sings-6/) - A three-day Choral Festival featuring six concerts, each celebrating community through song. The festival is presented by Nanaimo Sings!, a body representing sixteen regional choruses. Each concert will feature two or three choruses, performing both individually and collectively, demonstrating a broad spectrum of choral styles and the magic that comes from inter-chorus collaboration.
- [Nanaimo! The City That Sings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimo-the-city-that-sings-5/) - A three-day Choral Festival featuring six concerts, each celebrating community through song. The festival is presented by Nanaimo Sings!, a body representing sixteen regional choruses. Each concert will feature two or three choruses, performing both individually and collectively, demonstrating a broad spectrum of choral styles and the magic that comes from inter-chorus collaboration.
- [Nanaimo! The City That Sings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimo-the-city-that-sings-4/) - A three-day Choral Festival featuring six concerts, each celebrating community through song. The festival is presented by Nanaimo Sings!, a body representing sixteen regional choruses. Each concert will feature two or three choruses, performing both individually and collectively, demonstrating a broad spectrum of choral styles and the magic that comes from inter-chorus collaboration.
- [Nanaimo! The City That Sings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimo-the-city-that-sings-3/) - A three-day Choral Festival featuring six concerts, each celebrating community through song. The festival is presented by Nanaimo Sings!, a body representing sixteen regional choruses. Each concert will feature two or three choruses, performing both individually and collectively, demonstrating a broad spectrum of choral styles and the magic that comes from inter-chorus collaboration.
- [Nanaimo! The City That Sings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimo-the-city-that-sings-2/) - A three-day Choral Festival featuring six concerts, each celebrating community through song. The festival is presented by Nanaimo Sings!, a body representing sixteen regional choruses. Each concert will feature two or three choruses, performing both individually and collectively, demonstrating a broad spectrum of choral styles and the magic that comes from inter-chorus collaboration.
- [Vancouver Film School - Info Session | Nanaimo, BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/vancouver-film-school-info-session-nanaimo-bc/) - Discover in detail our award-winning, industry-leading production programs in Film, Animation, Game, Design, & beyond, the VFS student experience, and why we’ve been ranked a Leading Film School in North America (Variety), the #1 Game Design School in Canada (Princeton Review Journal), and the #1 Global Animation School (Animation Career Review). Watch our 2024 Showreel
- [Trust Fall](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/trust-fall/) - Trust Fall Artists: Laura Gildner and Jon Sasaki Trust falls are common team building exercises wherein individuals fall backward and count on their peers to catch them. When translated to everyday encounters and communications, without a safety net, the act of trusting the process can have unexpected, yet generative, outcomes. From origami objects that are
- [Fashion for Compassion Charity Fashion Show for Nanaimo Community Hospice](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/fashion-for-compassion-charity-fashion-show-for-nanaimo-community-hospice/) - This fundraising lunch and fashion show will support the vital work of Nanaimo Community Hospice. It promises to be a day of style, fun, and giving back to our community. Event Highlights: Delicious catered lunch, expertly prepared by the chefs at the Coast Bastion. Stunning fashion show featuring beautiful styles from KC’s Boutique and the Nanaimo Hospice Shoppe.
- [Ashley Wey Trio @ The Vault](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/ashley-wey-trio-the-vault/) - The Ashley Wey Trio is playing Nanaimo on Valentine's Day. Come enjoy a night of original music, fun grooves and good times! Ashley Wey and her love of contemporary jazz, is an incredibly gifted and versatile player who combines a deep love of melody with her own brand of spirited and adventurous lyricism. The Ashley
- [Nanaimo Seedy Sunday](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaimo-seedy-sunday/) - "It starts with a seed"Featuring over 70 seed vendors, plant vendors, and other participants. Other activities include the ever popular Seed Swap, door prizes and raffle, expert gardening advice from Master Gardeners, a line up of 6 educational workshops, children’s activities, demos and food trucks, students and not for profits to feed your belly. Admission:
- [Diwali Celebration](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/diwali-celebration/) - Bhangra Dance Workshop Bollywood Dance Workshop Diwali Crafts Henna Indian food trucks Performance by: Bhangra Rhythms Nanaimo
- [R-RATED | Diversity Hires Stand Up Comedy Tour | NANAIMO](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/r-rated-diversity-hires-stand-up-comedy-tour-nanaimo/) - Comedians featured on viral sketches - DIVERSITY HIRES & Just for Laughs, CBC, Canada's God Talent, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, Asian Comedy Festival, Funny or Die, Sirius XM, and more! If you've been looking for jokes about Justin Trudeau, Donald Trump, Crazy Rent price & Current immigration problems and so on, this is your night! You
- [Joe Farnsworth and Sarah Hanahan](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/joe-farnsworth-and-sarah-hanahan/) - We welcome the return of the powerhouse duo of Joe Farnsworth and Sarah Hanahan to Nanaimo on Feb. 1. Farnsworth and Hanahan lit up the stage last year and had such a great time that they are coming back to Vancouver Island for another rocking good time at The Queen’s. Nanaimo's own the phenomenal multi-instrumentalist
- [Alick Mac at The Nanaimo Bar](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/alick-mac-at-the-nanaimo-bar/) - Come see Alick Mac perform at The Nanaimo Bar in Nanaimo on January 4th! Show starts at 10 PM. $10 Cover. Alick Mac is rapper, singer and songwriter from the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. Alick’s style is defined by his honest, vulnerable lyricism. His music often engages in heavy subject matter, evidenced by his
- [JARED NATHAN'S WEST COAST COMEDY TOUR | Nanaimo, BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/jared-nathans-west-coast-comedy-tour-nanaimo-bc/) - The hilarious Jared Nathan is coming to town for ONE NIGHT ONLY for a show you don't wanna miss! Jared's meteoric rise to fame began when he took the comedy world by storm on Kill Tony, becoming one of the show's first Golden Ticket winners. Having already shared the stage with comedy heavyweights such as
- [The Man Who Invented Christmas](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/the-man-who-invented-christmas/) - The Man Who Invented Christmas December 1st Bharat Nalluri Canada | 2017 | 1h 44m | English The Man Who Invented Christmas is a 2017 Christmas biographical comedy-drama film about Charles Dickens directed by Bharat Nalluri and written by Susan Coyne. Based on Les Standiford's 2008 non-fiction book of the same name, the joint Canadian and Irish production stars Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer, and Jonathan Pryce, and follows Dickens (Stevens) as
- [Winterfest 2024 Day 3](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/winterfest-2024-day-3/) - Join us for Late Night Shopping in downtown Nanaimo this December! On December 5th (opening night) we will be lighting up a massive Christmas Tree in Diana Krall Plaza at 5pm!! Experience the magic of the season as stores stay open until 8pm, offering the perfect opportunity to find unique holiday gifts and support local
- [Winterfest 2024 Day 2](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/winterfest-2024-day-2/) - Join us for Late Night Shopping in downtown Nanaimo this December! On December 5th (opening night) we will be lighting up a massive Christmas Tree in Diana Krall Plaza at 5pm!! Experience the magic of the season as stores stay open until 8pm, offering the perfect opportunity to find unique holiday gifts and support local
- [Winterfest 2024 Day 1](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/winterfest-2024-day-1/) - Join us for Late Night Shopping in downtown Nanaimo this December! On December 5th (opening night) we will be lighting up a massive Christmas Tree in Diana Krall Plaza at 5pm!! Experience the magic of the season as stores stay open until 8pm, offering the perfect opportunity to find unique holiday gifts and support local
- [Creating Hope Art Gala](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/creating-hope-art-gala-2/) - Join us for an evening of art, music, and community! The Creating Hope Art Gala will be happening on October 5th at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Featuring live music by Nanaimo locals From the Earth and Victoria locals The New Groovement, it promises to be an uplifting evening celebrating the positive work being done
- [Evil Does Not Exist](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/evil-does-not-exist/) - Evil Does Not Exist December 1st Aku Wa Sonzai Shinai Ryûsuke Hamaguchi Japan | 2023 | 106m | Japanese Writer-director Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s much anticipated follow-up to the Oscar-winning Drive My Car traces the sensitive dispute between residents of a serene rural village and the city-based talent agency whose proposed plans for a luxury camping site threaten their
- [Thelma](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/thelma/) - Thelma November 3rd Josh Margolin United States of America | 2023 | 97m | English After losing $10,000 to a phone scam, 93-year- old Thelma Post embarks on a quest to reclaim what was stolen from her. Inspired by director Josh Margolin’s real-life experience with his own grandmother, Thelma puts a clever, hilarious spin on the action
- [Riceboy Sleeps](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/riceboy-sleeps/) - Riceboy Sleeps October 6th Anthony Shim Canada | 2022 | 117m | English, Korean Winner, Best Canadian Film Award, Toronto Film Critics Association Winner of Original Screenplay at the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards Winner of the TIFF 2022 Platform Prize Numerous key Canadian films have addressed the trauma of immigrating to this country, but few have been
- [Pallmer   Elise Boulanger & Band at the Attic - Black Rabbit Kitchen](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/pallmer-elise-boulanger-band-at-the-attic-black-rabbit-kitchen/) - Pallmer Elise Boulanger and Band at the Attic - Black Rabbit Kitchen Wednesday, July 31 321 Selby St, Nanaimo/Snuneymuxw, BC V9R 2R4 Doors 7:00PM | Show: 8:00PM Tickets: $15 adv | $20 door Ticket link Advance tickets close July 31st at 12:00PM ⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘ ⚘ Pallmer ⚘ https://pallmer.bandcamp.com/album/swimming Pallmer is a chamber-pop project born from late
- [“ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision” Opening Reception](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ-double-vision-opening-reception/) - All are welcome to join us for an evening of celebration to open ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision on July 12th. Experience the exhibition, enjoy refreshments, listen to music from Willie Thrasher and Linda Saddleback, and try an activity in Art Lab. This exhibition profiles three ground‑breaking artists from Nunavut—Jessie Oonark and her daughters, Janet Kigusiuq and Victoria Mamnguqsualuk—and shines a light
- [ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ-double-vision/) - Nanaimo Art Gallery is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 12 to 5 pm. Admission is by donation. ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision profiles three ground‑breaking artists from Nunavut—Jessie Oonark (1906–1985) and her daughters, Janet Kigusiuq (1926–2005) and Victoria Mamnguqsualuk (1930–2016)—and shines a light on a highly distinctive art form called
- [Making Waves: Indigenous Takeover](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/making-waves-indigenous-takeover/) - Glimpse into the lives of Indigenous creatives who are making waves in our community! Featuring Eli Hirtle (storyteller / artist / filmmaker - nêhiyaw), Violet Elliot (storyteller / weaver - Snuneymuxw/Stzuminus/Penelakut/Cowichan), Andrew Callicum (community builder - Mowachaht/Muchalaht) and Atticus Mercredi (artist / musician - Nêhiyaw). This special edition of Making Waves is organized and hosted
- [Nanaino Curling Club Parking Lot Sale](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/nanaino-curling-club-parking-lot-sale/) - NANAIMO CURLING CLUB PARKING LOT SALE The Nanaimo Curling Club is holding a community event, Sept. 8th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Local vendors and garage sale tables. We predict a large turn out for this great event, including a concession and local businesses . Indoors, if raining . Save the Date SUNDAY SEPT.
- [Art Lab Sunday: Story Scrolls](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-story-scrolls/) - Visit the exhibition ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision for inspiration and then create a multi-panel scroll that uses a series of connected drawings to tell a visual story. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members
- [‘ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision’ Lunchtime Tour](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ-double-vision-lunchtime-tour/) - Register yourself or bring a group for a lunchtime tour of our current exhibition ᑕᑯᒃᓴᐅᔪᒻᒪᕆᒃ Double Vision .Tours are led by a Gallery facilitator every Friday at noon through the run of the exhibition. Free for Members ($5/free for members) https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/product-category/programs/adults/
- [Art Lab Sunday: Cardboard Looms](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-cardboard-looms/) - Learn to make a cardboard loom and then weave a small colourful wall hanging out of yarn. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members/Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [Art Lab Sunday: Mirrored Drawings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-mirrored-drawings/) - Be inspired by Jessie Oonark’s symmetrical “double visions”, and create a mirror image of your own drawing. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [Art Lab Sunday: Fabric Assemblage](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-fabric-assemblage/) - Explore art through fabric as you arrange pieces together to create a collage. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [The Bastion Open Hours](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/the-bastion-open-hours/) - Visit the Bastion this summer from 11:00am-3:30pm on weekends and Stat holidays from June 29 to September 2, 2024! Check out all three floors and speak with a knowledgeable guide about the history of this Nanaimo landmark and the diverse community that lived here in the 1850s. Admission is free!
- [Art Lab Sunday: Yarn and Branch Creations](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-yarn-and-branch-creations/) - Use beautiful coloured yarns and create interesting textile designs on wooden branches. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members / Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [Pride Parade & Festival](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/pride-parade-festival/) - The pinnacle of Pride Week happens on Sunday, June 9th, with the annual Pride Parade & Festival. Join us at 11 am as we march and dance through downtown Nanaimo and into Maffeo Sutton Park for the 2024 Pride Festival, kicking off at 12pm featuring live music, a buzzing beer garden powered by our friends at Travel Bar,
- [Cowichan Craft Beer and Food Festival](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/cowichan-craft-beer-and-food-festival/) - The Cowichan Craft Beer and Food Festival is a one-day event held in the picturesque Cowichan Valley, showcasing the region’s vibrant culinary and craft beer scene. This year we anticipate featuring over 100 craft beers and more than a dozen food vendors! Enjoy live music, games, and exciting prizes to be won. Tickets and Admission:General admission,
- [Coco Love Alcorn In Concert](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/coco-love-alcorn-in-concert/) - Recently awarded the 2021 Canadian Folk Music Award for Best Contemporary Singer Of The Year, Coco Love Alcorn combines diverse musical influences including jazz, R&B, pop, folk, and Gospel. Her love of improvising, and willingness to engage fearlessly with the audience has made Alcorn an established presence on the Canadian music scene. Alcorn’s career has
- [Parkinson SuperWalk 2024](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/parkinson-superwalk-2024/) - Join us as we bring our communities together to celebrate the 34th annual Parkinson SuperWalk! This charitable event takes place in over 20 locations across the province. At Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), we are inspired every day by the strength and resilience of our community. Together, we are united in our commitment to the advocacy,
- [Indigo-Shindigo Crafternoon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/indigo-shindigo-crafternoon/) - Crafternoons are back at Nanaimo Museum! On Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 10am-3pm, join textile artist Yarrow Aiko Koontz for a workshop on indigo dyeing. Yarrow will teach resist techniques called Shibori (Japan), and talk some of the history of this amazing plant dye. Indigo can trace its roots from early archaeological sites from Peru
- [Shake Shimmy & Shop!](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/shake-shimmy-shop/) - The annual Island dance bazaar features free performances, mini-workshops, and shopping for visitors of all ages. Browse a colourful market of local and imported costumes, clothing, jewelry and accessories, while enjoying music and dance. Everyone is invited to join the drumming and dancing in a grand finale! Entry just $5, children under 12 free. A
- [Emotionz/Sirreal Spring Tour 2024](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/emotionz-sirreal-spring-tour-2024/) - Are you a Star Wars Fan?? Never seen it? Well either way on May 4th The Emotionz/ Sirreal 2024 Spring tour takes over The Queens in Downtown Nanaimo for our May the 4th be with you theme party! Dress up as your favourite character from the movie and you could walk away with cash or
- [Abstraction in the Landscape](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/abstraction-in-the-landscape/) - This workshop will explore the line between figurative and abstract painting and consider the themes in the exhibition Sun Over Swamp as starting points for our paintings. In the spirit of our new inquiry question How can we work together? we will experiment with collaborative and individual painting approaches that embrace gesture, movement and subtle references to the local
- [Sip N’ Paint: Pride Edition](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/sip-n-paint-pride-edition/) - In celebration of Pride Month, join bailey macabre – our Indigenous Engagement Coordinator and resident Queer – for a fun evening of painting, sequins, and queer joy. Registration is open to all members of the 2SLGBTQIA community (19 and up). Price includes 1 glass of wine ($5 per for additional glasses) Registration link: https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/sip-n-paint-pride-edition/
- [Queer Art Drop-In](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/queer-art-drop-in/) - Join us in celebrating Pride Month and prepare some pre-parade swag at our Queer Art Drop-In. Looking for pronoun pins? Want to rep your pride flag(s)? We will have our button maker set up and ready to go, or make some fun signs for the Pride March the following day! Admission by donation Ages 16
- [Indigenous Beading Circle](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/indigenous-beading-circle-2/) - Bead alongside our Indigenous Engagement Coordinator in a beading circle for adult Indigenous beadworkers of all skill levels. Bring a project you’ve already started, or start something new! Supplies, coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided. Registration and more information can be found here: https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/indigenous-beading-circle-2/
- [Art Lab Sunday: Hard-edge Painting](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-hard-edge-painting/) - Learn different techniques to create hard-edge geometric paintings inspired by Rita Letendre works in our exhibition Sun Over Swamp. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members / Children must be accompanied by an
- [Art Lab Sunday: Sculpted Vessels](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-sculpted-vessels/) - Use model magic to sculpt a small vessel inspired by artist Gailan Ngan’s work in Sun Over Swamp. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members/Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [Art Lab Sunday: Flora and Fauna](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-flora-and-fauna/) - Create a painting of the forest floor inspired by Rebecca Brewer, one of the painters in our exhibition Sun Over Swamp. Use watercolours to paint the flora and fauna that inhabit our local forests. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend
- [Sun Over Swamp](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/sun-over-swamp/) - Working on canvas, linen, wood, and ceramic, artists in Sun Over Swamp reflect on our fragile yet globally interconnected biomes. From tracing the environmental footprint of their materials, to employing storytelling, mythology, artificial intelligence, and embodied learning in their processes; Rebecca Brewer, Azadeh Elmizadeh, Rita Letendre, Gailan Ngan, and Takao Tanabe consider unknowably vast and
- [Land Acknowledgement Workshop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/land-acknowledgement-workshop-2/) - Are you interested in understanding the value and importance of land acknowledgements as a part of your journey toward reconciliation? Do you want to honour the host Nation in a meaningful way? Would you like to understand the relevance of land acknowledgements? Join Indigenous Engagement Coordinator bailey macabre for an introductory workshop about land acknowledgements.
- [Picnic in the Plaza](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/picnic-in-the-plaza/) - - The DNBA & TravelBar Presents - :: Picnic in the Plaza - A Free Artisan and Music Festival :: • Sunday, June 23rd • The DNBA is proud to announce a fully free, all ages festival happening in Downtown Nanaimo at Diana Krall Plaza! Featuring performances by: The Harpoonist Leeroy Stagger The New Groovement
- [Soap Box Derby](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/soap-box-derby/) - Registration OPEN April 15, 2024 2024 Derby-August 18, 2024 Races begin at 10 am – Downtown Nanaimo (Franklyn Street) Kids Division – 2024 $150 Entry For racers 6-12 years old 30 available spots Race Day – (coming soon!) Each entrant will be supplied with a Kit car as part of the entry fee. This
- [Art Lab Sunday: Stop Motion Animation](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-stop-motion-animation/) - Learn the wonder and joy of stop motion animation! Using vinyl and drawing, work collaboratively to create a scene at one of our iPad stations. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for
- [Art Lab Sunday: Dada Poetry](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-dada-poetry/) - Did you know April is National Poetry Month? To celebrate, come experiment with dadaist poetry. Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members Children must be accompanied by an adult
- [Pro-D Day Camp: Landscapes](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/pro-d-day-camp-landscapes/) - Discover the beauty of nature through art! We’ll spend the day inspired by different landscapes as we create our own masterpieces with paint and other materials. Pack a lunch and snacks (no nuts please) as well as clothing fit for making art and going outside! 6-12 years Drop off starts at 8:45am and pick up
- [Land Acknowledgement Workshop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/land-acknowledgement-workshop/) - Join Indigenous Engagement Coordinator bailey macabre for an introductory workshop about land acknowledgements. This session will include a mix of presentation, a small group activity, and a resource package to continue your journey after you have left the Gallery. Full details and registration here: https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/land-acknowledgement-workshop-2/
- [Watercolour Florals](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/watercolour-florals/) - Play with vibrant colours and learn new techniques for creating floral-inspired arrangements in watercolour, gouache and ink. No previous painting experience needed. $55 | 16 years Facilitator: Vivian-Sofia Mora Registration: https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/watercolour-florals-2/
- [Yet much in you is still worm…](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/yet-much-in-you-is-still-worm/) - “Yet much in you is still worm…” is a performative talk by Marina Roy which weaves together thoughts and stories around ecology and art, bitumen and soil, with the worm as the main entangled character. Marina Roy’s work is featured in our current exhibition 'Stories that animate us'. We are looking forward to hosting her
- [Indigenous Beading Circle](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/indigenous-beading-circle/) - Bead alongside our Indigenous Engagement Coordinator in a beading circle for adult Indigenous beadworkers of all skill levels. Bring a project you’ve already started, or start something new! Supplies, coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration is appreciated: https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/indigenous-beading-circle/
- [World Tai Chi & Qigong Day](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/world-tai-chi-qigong-day/) - Join us on World Tai Chi & Qigong Day to celebrate the health and healing arts of Tai Chi and Qigong with over 100 cities in 80 countries. Participate in Mass Tai Chi right at 10am to synchronize with the global Tai Chi "wave" starting in the earliest time zones of New Zealand, and ending
- [Sin City Illusions - Featuring Jason Verners and Chris Yuill](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/sin-city-illusions-featuring-jason-verners-and-chris-yuill/) - Join us for an amazing evening filled with magic and illusions, featuring two of Canada's best award-winning performers! This show is fun for all ages, and is sure to amaze the whole family. Your featured magicians are: Jason Verners: Having been called “The Magician For The Millennial," Jason has spent the past decade performing his
- [2024 Western Canadian Kettlebell Sport Championships](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/2024-western-canadian-kettlebell-sport-championships/) - The first of two qualifying events for the 2024 World Kettlebell Sport Championships! IKO WORLD LEAGUE: We are an official IKO World League Event. Participate in-person, virtually, or by submitting a video to score points for your club and compete with lifters around the world! TEAM CANADA QUALIFYING INFO: This is a qualifying event for
- [Abstracting Botanicals](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/abstracting-botanicals/) - Try your hand at abstraction using botanicals as a starting point. Experiment with composition, colour and layers allowing for play and intuition to inform our painting layers. Embrace the imaginative process of painting and learn to respond to the painting as it emerges. 16 years | Facilitator: Alison Watt Tickets:nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/abstracting-botanicals/
- [Art Lab Sunday: Clay Creatures](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/art-lab-sunday-clay-creatures/) - Be inspired by the films in our exhibition Stories that animate us, and then make your own character out of modelling clay.150 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G6, Canada Drop-in each week for a fun hands-on art activity with family and friends. Art Lab Sundays are a creative way to spend your Sunday afternoon! Free for Members,
- [LGBTQ  Inclusion Training  for Tourism Businesses and Front Line Staff](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/lgbtq-inclusion-training-for-tourism-businesses-and-front-line-staff-2/) - This diversity and inclusion workshop is aimed at those working on the front line of tourism-related services and businesses. Offering a foundational level of understanding regarding diversity, inclusion, and how to provide a welcoming experience for guests. COST: $10
- [LGBTQ  Inclusion Training  for Tourism Businesses and Front Line Staff](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/lgbtq-inclusion-training-for-tourism-businesses-and-front-line-staff/) - All tourism-related businesses should be taking steps to ensure their business and staff are inclusive and welcoming to the LGBTQ community. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn tools, tips and best practices that you can use every day to ensure your business is welcoming and authentic. Facilitator Lauren Semple is running two workshops for the
- [Destination Strategy Consultation Sessions for Tourism Industry Members](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/destination-strategy-consultation-sessions-for-tourism-industry-members-2/) - Tourism Nanaimo and the Nanaimo Hospitality Association are working with Stormy Lake Consultants to develop a 5-year Destination Development Plan for Nanaimo. As part of this process, we want to hear the views of our tourism industry partners. We are hosting two consultation sessions that will allow you to voice your thoughts on how we
- [Destination Strategy Consultation Sessions for Tourism Industry Members](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/events/destination-strategy-consultation-sessions-for-tourism-industry-members/) - Tourism Nanaimo and the Nanaimo Hospitality Association are working with Stormy Lake Consultants to develop a 5-year Destination Development Plan for Nanaimo. As part of this process, we want to hear the views of our tourism industry partners. We are hosting two consultation sessions that will allow you to voice your thoughts on how we

## Listings

- [White Sails Brewing](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/white-sails-brewing/) - WELCOME TO WHITE SAILS BREWING White Sails is an award-winning brewery with a large, west-coast inspired Taproom located in downtown Nanaimo on beautiful Vancouver Island. We brew a wide range of modern and traditional brews inspired by Island living, focusing on developing clean, crisp, quality beers that provide a window into the community around us with every
- [Canadian Indigenous Art Inc](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/canadian-indigenous-art-inc/) - Canadian Indigenous Art Inc. offers one of the largest collections of West Coast indigenous art for our customers to choose from and has clients all over the world. You can view our entire catalog of Canadian Indigenous Art on this website. West Coast indigenous art is found within North America, in an area stretching from
- [Craft Fare](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/craft-fare/) - Craft Fare is a speciality Eatery and Taproom serving an Island sourced menu of comfort food plates
- [Guava Apparel](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/guava/) - Guava Apparel is a family owned and operated boutique shop located in Nanaimo, BC, Canada. We’re home to Omboys, and source fashion forward finds from across the globe, in order to bring you some of todays top trends. Whether you’re looking for cozy lounge outfits, edgy festival wear, the perfect party dress or wardrobe staples, Guava’s
- [Starbucks](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/starbucks-coffee-16811/) - Starbucks offers more than just the finest coffees from across the globe. Since 1971, friendly people, great music & a comfortable, upbeat atmosphere have created the famous Starbucks experience.
- [London Drugs](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/london-drugs-ltd/) - Visit our store in Nanaimo British Columbia. London Drugs is 100% Canadian owned and is focused on local customers' satisfaction. Across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia, London Drugs' 79 stores employ staff dedicated to providing a superior customer focused shopping experience. All stores offer passport and ID photos backed by our biometric passport photo
- [BCLIQUOR Nanaimo Port Place](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/bcls-033-nanaimo-harbour-park/) - BCLIQUOR carry a full selection of wines from around the world, spirits, beers, ciders, and coolers, as well as some de-alcoholized products and bar accessories. Many of our sales associates have extensive wine, spirits, and beer knowledge and are available to provide assistance with selecting products for any occasion and budget. Additionally, many sales associates
- [IRIS Optometrists and Opticians - Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/iris-620/) - Book your eye exam and our professionals will build a plan to improve your vision and to protect your eye health based on your health history, daily activities and budget. IRIS offers a large selection of prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses and contact lenses and we look forward to helping you select the perfect products so you
- [Port Theatre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/the-port-theatre/) - Our 800-seat theatre is a focal point for residents and visitors alike, offering a broad range of cultural events designed to meet many diverse interests and needs. Programs involve local groups as well as touring attractions and provide access to events for families, seniors, youths and adults, thereby enriching the overall quality of life in
- [Sprott Shaw College Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/sprott-shaw-community-college/) - Situated in Downtown Nanaimo on beautiful Vancouver Island, our Nanaimo college campus is the perfect place to start your post-secondary education. Forested by a stunning mountain backdrop and only minutes away from the popular Nanaimo Seawalk and Swy-a-Lana Lagoon, our college in Nanaimo has plenty of scenic attractions for students to visit as a break
- [Waterfront Confections](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/waterfront-confections/) - Ice cream shop
- [RBC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/royal-bank-of-canada/) - We have the largest network of branches and ATMs in Canada so you'll always have quick and convenient access when you need it. Many of our branches have Saturday or evening hours for your banking convenience. Need to deposit cash or cheques after hours? Night Deposit Services are available at most branches. Looking for a
- [Turleys Florist](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/turleys-florist-and-garden-shop/) - Turley’s Florist is your first choice for quality fresh flowers in Nanaimo. We are very proud to be celebrating over 55 years of professional flower service in Nanaimo this year. Turley’s Florist was started in 1965 by Grace and Frank Turley. Turley’s is the local Florist that Nanaimo and the World have trusted and depended
- [Ajac's Equipment Inc](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ajacs-equipment-1982-inc/) - We stock common units and parts for all of our brands. With dozens of lawn tractors, chainsaws, push mowers, and line trimmers on the floor, walking into the store can be overwhelming for someone looking to outfit their home or landscaping company. But, with the help of our knowledgeable staff, you’re guaranteed to find what
- [Scotiabank](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/bank-of-nova-scotia/) - Get bank accounts, loans, mortgages, & more. Bank 24/7 with online banking and our mobile app. Scotiabank and Tangerine account holders pay no surcharge or service fees when using a Scotiabank ABM
- [Studio31 Salon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/studio-31/) - With harbour front views in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, I pride myself in offering a personalized service menu and personable customer service in an open and inviting space. Being able to create hair that can give self love and confidence in this ever evolving industry is truly a blessing. Stay beautiful, healthy, happy, gorgeous
- [InPrint](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/in-print-ltd/) - WHY CHOOSE US? Since 1979 our team has woven our expertise into every design & print project to help drive our client's success. We know print. Our goal is simple; to offer print solutions for every aspect of your business. We want to be your print partner, not just a vendor.
- [Uptown Auto Sales Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/uptown-auto-sales-ltd/) - Used car dealer in Nanaimo
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- [Robbins Parking Service](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/robbins-parking-service-ltd/) - Robbins got its start back in 1958 when Jack Robbins, an entrepreneur at heart, founded our company as a small, one-lot business. Since then, we’ve grown to become Vancouver Island’s largest parking solutions provider, with more than 250 lots spanning all the way from Comox in the north to Victoria in the south. And even
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- [Discount Battery Warehouse](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/discount-battery-warehouse/) - Welcome to Discount Battery Warehouse, providing batteries in Nanaimo for your every need! Since 1998, we have been a family owned and operated company dedicated to serving our Island community. We strive to provide our customers with the best possible products at the best possible prices. Our team of experienced battery experts can help you find a
- [Kwik As Air](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/kwik-as-air-courier/) - Local Vancouver Island Courier Company specializing in same day quick delivery
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- [The Solace Centre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/solace-wellness/) - Registered Massage Therapy Kundalini Yoga and Meditation Classes Yoga Retreats
- [Glenn B Sinclair Law Corporation](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/glenn-b-sinclair-law-corporation-the/) - "You try to get a settlement everyone can live with, so our clients can resolve all outstanding issues and get on with their lives, with a minimum of acrimony." Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is here to work as a team for you.
- [J.c. Wordassist](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/j-c-wordassist-ltd/) - Over 30 years of experience. J.C. WordAssist Ltd. was incorporated in 1988 as a result of the Attorney-General's decision to privatize the production of official court transcripts. At that time we were the successful bidder for an exclusive contract for the Vancouver Island region. We have grown over the years and are now the exclusive
- [LifeLabs](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/lifelabs/) - We care about people’s health and are committed to empowering a healthier you. At every step in the testing process, from collection to reporting, we provide caring, efficient, reliable and high-quality services. As a trusted partner supporting patients, healthcare providers, corporate customers and entire provincial healthcare systems, we are continually harnessing our medical expertise to
- [Western Coast Insurance Services Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/western-coast-insurance-services-ltd/) - Western Coast Insurance Services is a British Columbia based insurance company that has been protecting customers’ valuables and providing security for over 40 years. A division of Western Financial Group since 2013, Western Coast offers insurance solutions and products including: Home, ICBC Registries, Business, Marine, Recreational, Motorcycle, and Renter’s insurance. Payment plan options are available
- [Mrs. Riches Restaurant](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mrs-riches/) - Mrs. Riches Restaurant is a local family run business since 1985 located in downtown Nanaimo. As featured on Food Network Canada’s “You Gotta Eat Here!” Home of Mountain Burgers and Wonton Soups!
- [Red Shelf Decor](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/red-shelf-decor/) - Red Shelf Decor sells vintage, antique, one-of-a-kind and lightly used decor and small furniture in downtown Nanaimo
- [Violet Hair Lounge](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/violet-hair-lounge/) - Whether it’s your first visit or your 50th, you’re going to leave Violet Hair Lounge feeling relaxed and taken care of. We’re a salon that’s committed to creating a truly enjoyable and fulfilling experience for our guests. We’re a salon that nurtures teamwork and camaraderie. We’re a salon with stylists who are continually advancing to
- [Vapour Solutions](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vs-vapour-solutions-ltd/) - Vaporizer store in Nanaimo, British Columbia
- [Vancouver Island Appraisals Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vancouver-island-appraisals-ltd/) - Vancouver Island Appraisals Ltd was established in 1966 and is one of the longest serving real estate appraisal and consulting firms on Vancouver Island. We are a full-service appraisal firm with emphasis and expertise in: Current, Prospective and Retrospective Valuation Appraisals for: Purchase and Sale Estate and Matrimonial Settlement Expropriation and Acquisition Mortgage and Lending Fire Insurance
- [The Modern Cafe](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/modern-cafe/) - The Modern is a new casual, contemporary dining experience from the owners of Gabriel's Cafe. Housed in an iconic Nanaimo heritage building, our relaxed spacious dining room and outdoor patio are perfect for a quick bite with friends or a special celebration. Our menu and daily specials highlight the rich diversity of wild foods that
- [Vining Law](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vining-senini/) - Our lawyers have a combined experience of over 55 years and specialize in family law. We can assist you with issues including: Divorce Parenting Arrangements of Children Child Support Spousal Support Property Division
- [Tuff City Powersports Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tuff-city-powersports-ltd/) - Motorcycle dealership selling new and used motorcycles and ATV's. We have a showroom floor and full service and repair department specializing in all makes and models such as; Beta, Vespa, Piaggio, Harley, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Gas Gas and many more. We sell parts and accessories as well as all riding equipment.
- [Around The World Travel And Cruises](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/around-the-world-travel-service-2010-ltd/) - Dear valued Customers and Partners It is with great excitement that we announce that after over 50 years of serving you in our current location, our travel agency has moved to a new store! (just 6 doors down from the previous location, on the same side of the street, next to Sukkho Thai Restaurant). Our
- [MTB Auto Service](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mtb-auto-service/) - We have been in business for over 20 years in Nanaimo. Our friendly and certified mechanics will work with you to diagnose and repair your vehicles & provide quality maintenance and regular services. Give Mike and Tanya a call today to set up an appointment!
- [Port Place Shopping Centre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/port-place-shopping-centre/) - Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, Port Place Shopping Centre offers a full range of shops, services and restaurants for all your shopping needs. There is plenty free parking and convenient access to grab your goods, or stay awhile and enjoy the fresh ocean air while you sip your coffee and browse your
- [Casino Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/great-canadian-casinos-inc/) - The place for fun, food, and local entertainment in downtown Nanaimo. Featuring over 400 slots and 6 live table games
- [The Well Public House at Casino Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/the-well/) - For a great selection of favourite entrées or casual pub fare, The Well Public House @ Casino Nanaimo has it covered. Choose from a delicious selection of appetizers, pizzas, stacked burgers and sandwiches, a favourful pasta or stir-fry. We’re ready to serve you a late breakfast or a healthy night snack, too. With a special
- [The Nanaimo Bar](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/the-nanaimo-bar/) - The Nanaimo Bar is a journey of trust, deep faith, blood, sweat, tears, and dedication! Without our community's support this dream-come-true simply wouldn't exist. OPENING HOURS Winter Hours 4pm–1:30am ​ Summer hours Monday - Friday 4pm - 1:30am ​ Saturday - Sunday 2pm - 1:30am
- [Black Flag Body Arts](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/blackflag-body-piercing/) - Email us with any inquiries, we DO NOT have a phone! blackflagbodypiercing@gmail.com
- [SukkhoThai Restaurant](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/siwilai-thai-restaurant/) - At SukkhoThai Restaurant we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious award winning Thai food. The key to our success is simple: providing quality consistent food that taste great every single time. We pride ourselves on serving our customers delicious authentic Thai food. Eat delicious food. Grab a drink. But most of
- [Cold Front Gelato](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/cold-front-gelato/) - OUR COMMITMENT To make traditional, innovative, and locally sourced flavours, as sustainably as possible. Our journey began in Bologna, Italy, studying the traditional methods of gelato production. The goal, to create a world class gelato right here on Vancouver Island. The result is a mixture of traditional and innovative flavours, made fresh daily, drawing inspiration from Italy and the West-Coast. ​ One important tradition is our commitment
- [Prostyles Salon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/pro-styles-salon/) - Bring out the beauty and confidence in you with help from Pro Styles Salon. We provide comprehensive salon services to clients in Nanaimo, British Columbia on the island of Vancouver. Rest assured that our treatments will make you look effortlessly gorgeous every day.
- [Subway](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/subway/) - Your local Nanaimo Subway® Restaurant, located at 650 Terminal Avenue brings new bold flavors along with old favorites to satisfied guests every day. We deliver these mouth-watering flavors with our famous Footlongs, 6” sandwiches, wraps and salads. And we offer a variety of ways to order—quick and easy in the app or online, convenient delivery,
- [St Paul's Anglican Church](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/saint-pauls-anglican-church/) - Welcome to St. Paul Anglican Church! We proclaim Christ's love and welcome all as we serve God and God's creation. Located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, we embrace many opportunities to share the love of God with those who come through our doors. This is your church, a place of hospitality, refuge and hope.
- [SPOTLIGHT ACADEMY](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/spotlight-academy/)
- [CRISS CANNABIS](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/criss-cannabis/) - CRISS CANNABIS is located in the Arts district of Nanaimo. The cannabis retail store is owned and operated by members of the community with four family members and three excellent employers that have been working in this company for quite some time. We are a small boutique with some amazing products for cannabis to edible
- [Alsco Uniforms](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/alsco-canada-corporation/) - Alsco is the largest uniform rental company in the world, with more than 180 locations and 20,000 employees. Founded in 1889, it’s recognized for having invented the uniform rental and uniform delivery industry. Alsco provides uniform rental, delivery, laundry, and cleaning services, as well as other products to keep businesses clean and safe. Alsco serves
- [Petro-Canada Marine](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/petro-canada-marine/) - We’re not just Petro. We’re Petro‑Canada. We’re not just any place to fuel up in Canada. We’re the fuel company that understands the unique needs of Canadians. Daily commutes and weekend escapes. Across industry and agriculture. Coast to coast and everywhere in between. We’re here for all of it because the ‘Canada’ in our name
- [Red's Bakery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/reds-bakery/) - JUST LIKE MOM MADE HOME... We are a scratch Bakery on Commercial street accross from the Library. Our goodies are all made with love and fresh daily, our Lunch specials include chicken or beef pot , Korean Beef, one other rice dish, Mac n cheese (pulled pork or the Mexican) and butter chicken will b
- [Couverdon Real Estate](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/couverdon-realty/) - Couverdon is the real estate business of Mosaic Forest Management Corp., which has been on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast for over 100 years. We are working with communities from Sooke to Campbell River to the Sunshine Coast on opportunities that will help shape the future of coastal communities. Vancouver Island and the Sunshine
- [The Globe](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/the-globe-hotel/) - Welcome to The Globe Nanaimo! Your ultimate destination for an electrifying musical experience! Nestled in the heart of the city, The Globe is more than just a venue; it's a pulsating hub of creativity and sound. On the main floor, discover the Globe Live Studio, a state-of-the-art recording studio and rehearsal space where music comes
- [Grant Thornton LLP](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/grant-thornton/) - Grant Thornton LLP is a leading Canadian accounting and advisory firm providing audit, tax and advisory services to private and public organizations. We help dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth by providing meaningful, actionable advice through a broad range of services
- [The Pantry Restaurant Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/the-pantry-restaurant/) - The Pantry name is inspired from the heart of the home. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. We are all about fresh, quality home-styled cooked meals. We are Home Fresh.
- [Melange Resturant](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/melange-restaurant/) - Hey, maybe come in and taste our food. it's good and good for you. We are striving to use local food as much as possible and we are always happy to be introduced to local suppliers and producers. All of our meat is sourced from Vancouver Island and we aim to use the most sustainable
- [Thrifty Foods - Port Place](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/thrifty-foods/) - Located in beautiful BC, our stores offer full-service meat and seafood departments, local produce, in-store bakeries, and experienced florists. Visit our stores today or shop online.
- [Thrifty Foods Flower Shop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/thrifty-foods-flower-shop/) - Flowers are a thoughtful way to show your appreciation, congratulations, or care. Whether you’re looking to send flowers in town or around the world, come chat with our expert Floral Designers about all your gorgeous options. Floral orders may be placed online at www.thriftyfoods.com/floral or over the phone with our Customer Care Team by calling 1-866-948-0196, or in
- [Penny's Palapa Restaurant](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/pennys-palapa/) - Authentic Mexican dishes with a west coast flair. Customers from all over Nanaimo are drawn to the harbour, to enjoy the fresh summer breezes on our licensed floating patio. Our Tasty Tacos and Fresh-Squeezed Lime Margaritas will transport you to a warm tropical vacation. On cooler days we’ve got you covered. Heaters, blankets, and heart-warming dishes
- [Trollers Fish & Chips](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/trollers-fish-and-chips/) - TROLLER’S Experience the ultimate taste of Vancouver Island's finest and most delectable seafood at Troller's Fish & Chips. Nestled in the heart of Nanaimo, our floating restaurant proudly showcases the best catch from the surrounding waters. Indulge in a culinary delight as you choose from a tantalizing selection of halibut, cod and wild sockeye salmon.
- [Galaxy Motors](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/galaxy-motors/) - Galaxy Motors embarked on its journey at our Colwood-Victoria establishment in 1990, backed by a modest $10,000 family loan. Over the past three decades, Galaxy Motors has not only expanded its lot space but has also broadened its selection of high-quality used cars and trucks for sale. In late 2020, we proudly inaugurated our latest
- [NOURISH VICTORY](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nourish-victory/) - Clinical Hypnotherapy, Holistic Nutrition, Yoga and Meditation. We help you get unstuck and moving
- [The Corner Lounge](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/the-corner-lounge/) - Cute little bar/lounge that has Karaoke all night every night !!!
- [NYLA Fresh Thread](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nyla-fresh-thread/) - Redefining Menswear for Everyday Living. NYLA Fresh Thread is a locally-owned men’s clothing store located in the heart of Downtown Nanaimo, British Columbia (Canada). We provide a relaxed shopping experience, where you can find exceptional menswear in terms of comfort, quality, and style. Our store opened in 2014, and has since won a plethora of
- [My Undies Lingerie and Gifts](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/my-undies/) - We aim to create a meaningful connection with our customers and provide an atmosphere that allows Ladies to elevate each other in every way, every day. Our goal is effortless luxury, and the intent is to invoke the feeling that My Undies is “my lingerie store”. We will curate the highest quality, easy to wear,
- [Seacrest Apartments](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/seacrest-towers/) - Seacrest Apartments, located in Nanaimo, is a seventeen-storey, 90-unit building featuring bachelor, one-, and two-bedroom suites. All available units have been newly renovated with stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry and beautifully upgraded kitchens and bathrooms. This property is Nanaimo's first-ever high-rise, and tallest rental building! Located in the heart of Nanaimo's harbour, residents enjoy gorgeous
- [Medical Arts Centre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/medical-arts-centre/) - Medical clinic
- [HI Nanaimo - Painted Turtle Guesthouse](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/painted-turtle-guesthouse/) - Set in a historic 1913 building in the city centre, this relaxed guesthouse is a 3-minute walk from the harbour and 3.3 km from BC Ferries Departure Bay Terminal. The accommodations include no-frills, dorm-style rooms with bunk beds, casual private rooms and family rooms. Bathrooms are shared. Linens are provided, and Wi-Fi is free. Breakfast
- [Top Notch Burgers](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/top-notch-burgers-grill-lounge/) - Nanaimo's downtown dining experience offering delicious gourmet burgers and an exciting martini & cocktail menu in a casual lounge environment. Located inside the Best Western Dorchester.
- [Lucid](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/lucid/) - local clothing store in Nanaimo Who says style can't come with a little substance?
- [Lighthouse Bistro & Pub](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/lighthouse-bistro/) - Bilevel venue with a Canadian bistro & separate pub, plus patio tables overlooking the water.
- [Laviolette Counselling](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/laviolette-counselling/) - This is a counselling practice in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. Life is both precious and beautiful, just like you. There are many reasons and benefits of seeking out counselling at this time. ​Seeking counselling is an opportunity to unearth past or present trauma, rediscover who you really are, or perhaps a different viewpoint is all
- [LevelTwo Nightclub](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/level-two-nightclub/) - LEVELTWO SETS THE BAR FOR NANAIMO NIGHTLIFE. THEN TAKES IT HIGHER. Featuring a brand new room with an updated outlook on the Nanaimo club scene, our DJs are spinning the hottest tracks every week, with shows & parties that will take your weekend to the next level. Our awesome bartenders are pumped to serve our
- [Lordco Auto Parts](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/lordco-auto-parts-ltd/) - Whether you are driving for work, sport, or recreation, you can count on our knowledgeable and trusted experts to get you the aftermarket parts and accessories that keep wheels on the road, 4x4s off road, and RVs on the go. Get it quick, get it right, and get moving with help from a Lordco Auto Parts near you.
- [PractiCar Car & Truck Rental](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/practicar-car-truck-rentals/) - PractiCar Nanaimo Car & Truck Rentals has relaunched on Vancouver Island with local owners and we are ready to serve you with a fresh fleet of quality cars, trucks, SUV's & vans... and our customer satisfaction guarantee! Experience the PractiCar Nanaimo difference. #GoFurther
- [King & Bradshaw](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/kelly-bradshaw-law-corporation/) - Albert E. King, K.C. * Kelly Dale Bradshaw * Having experienced legal representation is important when you are facing criminal charges. Albert "Bert" King and Kelly Bradshaw have more than 60 years of combined experience defending individuals charged with criminal offences. Being charged with a criminal offence is serious, and it is important to consult
- [The Mortgage Centre, Fitzwilliam Mortgage](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/fitzwilliam-mortgage-center/) - A full service mortgage brokerage that offers unbiased advice to existing home owners and first time buyers. With access to dozens of lenders we ensure that you find the mortgage that best suits your needs and financial goals.
- [Best Western Dorchester Hotel](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/best-western-dorchester/) - Perfectly situated in the heart of downtown Nanaimo and steps from the vibrant harbourfront, the Best Western Dorchester Hotel offers guests a charming boutique experience with a unique blend of heritage charm and modern comfort. Our exceptional culinary options provide a wide array of choices to savour coastal cuisine and the local flavours of Nanaimo.
- [Tea On The Quay](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tea-on-the-quay/) - Tea enjoyed locally in Nanaimo
- [Duncan Allen Law LLP](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/duncan-allen-law-llp/) - Duncan Allen Law is a boutique family law firm with locations in the beautiful seaside communities o
- [Vancouver Island Whale Watch](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vancouver-island-whale-watching/) - We are proud to offer sustainable whale watching year-round from downtown Nanaimo. We guarantee you’ll see a whale or your next trip is free! Join us for an exciting and educational tour along our beautiful, wild west coast. The waters surrounding Nanaimo are home to dozens of pods of Bigg’s orca, humpback whales, sea lions,
- [NOODLEBOX](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/noodlebox/) - REAL FOOD, MADE FRESH, WITH FIRE Southeast Asian street food, made fresh for westcoast tastes. Our bold dishes start with premium ingredients and ethically raised proteins. Every meal is made to order and is easily customizable, providing options for gluten free, vegan and low carb diets.
- [ATC Power Corp.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/atc-power-corporation/) - ATC POWER CORPORATION Unmatched Reliability. High Quality Results. The only electrical service company you need to call. And our guarantee is that we get the job done right the first time.
- [barBURRITO](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/barburrito/) - From our guacamole to our fresh toppings, our food is a healthy alternative to traditional fast-food fare. Our food combines everything you love about old-fashioned cuisine with a new twist. We may not be the only burrito in town, but we’ve certainly raised the bar. Find out what you’ve been missing at BarBurrito Nanaimo.
- [TimberWest Forest Corp.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/timberwest-forest-corp/) - Now Mosaic Forrest Managment
- [Island Timberlands LP](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/island-timberlands-ltd-partnership/) - Island Timberlands LP, a private timberlands business in British Columbia, Canada, was created in 2005 by the purchase of lands from Weyerhaeuser's coastal BC timber estate, which had originally been purchased in 1999 from MacMillan Bloedel.
- [Dollarama](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/dollarama/) - Dollarama is the leading dollar store operator in Canada, we offer a broad range of quality consumer products and general merchandise, in addition to seasonal products.
- [Mosaic Forest Management](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mosaic-forests-management/) - Sustainable Harvesting Mosaic is the timberlands manager for TimberWest and Island Timberlands, two companies that have been in operation for more than 100 years on BC’s coast. Much of the land we manage is private managed forest land, but we also steward public tenures held by our affiliated companies. The trees we grow on our
- [Ironworks Cafe & Creperie](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ironwork-cafe-and-creperie/) - Bringing you fresh locally roasted coffee & delicious ‘made from scratch’ crepes since 2018. We believe that great coffee and incredible fresh foods shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. We love welcoming people from all backgrounds to spend time in our fun and friendly cafes where we get to make you happy by creating fun and
- [IAN NIAMATH ARCHITECTURE](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ian-niamath-architecture/)
- [Petersen Safety Group](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/petersen-safety-group/) - Petersen Safety Group has provided Quality First Aid and Safety Training since 1985. We are an accredited WorkSafeBC Training Partner.
- [ABCB First Aid & Safety Training](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/abcb-first-aid/) - ABCB First Aid & Safety Training has provided Quality First Aid and Safety Training since 1985. We are an accredited WorkSafeBC Training Agency and a Red Cross Training Partner. Most of our instructors have 20 plus years of Instructing or Job experience. As a local business, we take pride in promoting Safety as a First
- [Coast Bastion Hotel](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/coast-bastion-hotel/) - Enjoy ocean views in our downtown Nanaimo hotel Experience downtown Nanaimo, BC like never before at Coast Bastion Hotel. Perched right on the scenic waterfront, our hotel offers awe-inspiring harbour and ocean views, as well as easy access to everything that makes Vancouver Island so unique. We love our city, and we want you to
- [Archer+Arrow](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/archer-arrow/) - With a distinct appreciation for slow design and the creatives behind it, Archer+Arrow is a thoughtful and ever evolving curation of apparel, homewares and truly covetable goods. In the simplest terms, we’ve chosen things that we believe are beautiful and can’t wait to share them with you.
- [Harbour City Fitness and Tanning](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/harbour-city-fitness/) - GYM IN NANAIMO
- [Harbour Air Seaplanes](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/harbour-air-seaplanes/) - Interested in getting to know us better? You’ve come to the right place. A lot has changed since we started flying B.C’s coast back in 1982. We’ve grown from a two seaplane airline servicing the forestry industry to one of the world’s largest all-seaplane airlines in the world, flying over 500,000 passengers a year (prior
- [Mr. Lube + Tires](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mr-lube-canada/) - In 1976, Arnold and Clifford Giese, a hardworking, forward-thinking father and son team, set up their very first Mr. Lube location. They did so with some lofty goals and a clear vision of what their customers should be able to expect. The plan was simple: to deliver no hassle, fast turn-around oil changes without having
- [Local Pizza](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/freshslice-pizza/) - WE'RE LOCAL PIZZA THAT'S LOCAL We are CANADIANS! Local pizza was established on Vancouver Island and is run by LOCAL employees. You will always get the best tasting pizzas and service that will make you feel like home, all while supporting your neighbourhood pizzeria. QUALITY, YOU CAN TRUST We’re committed to using only the highest quality, fresh ingredients to
- [Good Marine Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/good-marine-services/) - Good day all my Name is Nathanael I'm owner/operater of Good Marine Services! I grew up on a boat so it was a good idea to work on them!
- [Gina's Mexican Cafe](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ginas-restaurant/) - Cozy eatery with a patio featuring an array of classic Mexican dishes & margaritas in a funky space. Service options: Has outdoor seating · Serves great cocktails · Serves vegan dishes MEXICAN FOOD - GINA’S MEXICAN CAFE Gina's Mexican Cafe is a locally owned and operated, family-run restaurant that was established in 1986. This funky, colourful Mexican restaurant
- [Gabriel's Cafe](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/gabriels/) - Farm-to-fork cafe fare, including breakfast & vegan options, in a relaxed atmosphere. We started small, but we’ve always had big ideas. When we opened Gabriel’s Cafe we knew people in our community were hungry for something different, something fresh. When we moved from our cozy 200-square-foot “incubator” on Commercial St. to a spacious storefront
- [Funk Revival](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/funk-revival/) - Our mission is to provide fair consignment opportunities for all genders, shapes and sizes. We practice sustainability by offering quality pre-loved clothing at an affordable price. Our vibrant community-based business provides unique experiences to our customers, while doing our part to care for Mother Earth.
- [Mr. Frank S. Williams Law](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/frank-s-williams-law-corporation/) - Frank S Williams Law Corp are eager to assist you with your legal needs today. They can handle your needs as legal advisors, barristers, legal counselors and even more. Frank S Williams Law Corp can help in the case of temporary visa, permanent residency or citizenship.
- [Force Boxing and Fitness](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/force-boxing-and-fitness-ltd/) - THE PREMIER BOXING CLUB IN NANAIMO. TRAIN WITH THE BEST We are the premier boxing club in the Central Vancouver Island, with fitness training facilities in Nanaimo. At Force Boxing and Fitness we train professionals and amateurs boxers and individuals looking to get and stay in shape. All of our trainers are skilled trainers with
- [Fig Love Clothing Co.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/fig-clothing-and-jewelry/) - Life is full of serendipitous twists and turns, Fig Love is a child of happy moments. Five years ago, I needed to find work. An ex had flown and I was at a loss as to how I would support myself without a partner to share bills. A few years before, selling the beautiful Om
- [Fascinating Rhythm](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/fascinating-rhythm/) - Fascinating Rhythm has been Nanaimo's premier independent music and home entertainment shop since 1988. We buy, sell, and trade new and used LPs, CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays.
- [Smoke Rings Cigar & Tobacco Company](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/smoke-rings-cigar-tobacco-company/) - HOH: When was Smoke Rings Cigar & Tobacco Co. established? EB: My Father started the business twelve years ago. His name was Steve Wall, and he spent his entire career working in tobacco. Tobacco was his passion and he passed that passion down to me. HOH: What part of Naniamo are you situated in and what’s the city
- [Compass Group Canada Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/compass-group-canada-ltd-2/) - Hospitality is our passion. It's what brings us all together. We are Canada’s leading foodservice and support services provider with over 20,000 associates working in more than 2,200 locations throughout the country. Our teams specialize in providing food and support services, including facilities management and vending services. We work across core sectors including leading
- [Verified Network Inc.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/verified-network-inc-2/) - Verified is more than an app, it's a team of highly motivated people working behind the scenes to create the network. We're all about working hard, playing hard and being successful. We love what we do, what we create and how we do it. Verified is an opportunity to bring our skills to a collaborative
- [Ethos Career Management Group](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ethos-career-management-group-2/) - Empowering Change We are challenging the status quo through continuous learning, innovation, and creative solutions. Since 2000, ETHOS Career Management Group has supported the growth and success of BC and Alberta’s employment sector through engaging and innovative programs and services. Since our creation, we have delivered nearly 13,000 highly successful career development, employment, and self-employment
- [H&R Block Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/h-r-block-canada-inc/) - Canada’s leading tax preparation firm for over 60 years How we became industry experts In the late 1940s, Henry and Richard Bloch founded the United Business Company, specializing in income tax return preparation for small businesses in Kansas City, Missouri. In addition, they offered individual income tax services to the executives of their client companies.
- [Checkwitch Poiron Architects](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/checkwitch-poiron-architects/) - Checkwitch Poiron Architects Inc. (CPA) is an internationally recognized award-winning architectural firm with offices in Nanaimo and Vancouver, British Columbia. Its founding partners, Ben Checkwitch and David Poiron, met in 1990 while earning their Environmental Studies degrees from the University of Manitoba. CPA works closely with its clients to gain a well-rounded understanding of the
- [Tom Harris Cellular](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tom-harris-cellular/) - Tom Harris Cellular is the largest and the most trusted TELUS dealer in Canada with a dedication to service and support at every one of our many locations throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Tom Harris carries a wide selection of Cell Phones and Smartphones along with Tablets, TELUS Optik TV and High Speed Internet for both home and
- [Hearinglife](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nexgen-hearing-nanaimo/) - Welcome to HearingLife (formerly NexGen Hearing) hearing clinic in Nanaimo South, your trusted partner for all your hearing needs. If you suspect you or a relative may have hearing loss, we recommend scheduling a FREE hearing test with us. When you visit, our hearing care professionals will conduct a thorough evaluation of your hearing and recommend the
- [Serious Coffee](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/serious-coffee/) - Serious Coffee started in Duncan, BC in 1994 and through several changes and a couple of moves over the years, our company returned to Duncan where it once again calls home. The original roasting store was in Duncan and the first expansion outlet was in the Town & Country Mall in Victoria. We have now
- [Real Estate Webmasters](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/real-estate-webmasters/) - Giving Back to our Communities Real Estate Webmasters is dedicated to our community because we love where we live. We also know that coming together to achieve a common goal is a powerful thing, and we're proud of the work we do to unify our cities. REW and our staff support a number of causes
- [CHURCH & CHAPEL HOLDINGS LTD](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/church-chapel-holdings-ltd/)
- [Coastal Community Insurance Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/coastal-community-insurance-services/) - Autoplan plus optional coverage — we have everything you need We'll get you going and save you money with optional car insurance coverage through Canada's largest private insurance companies. How can we help you today? Insurance for vehicle and boat owners to protect you from collision, damage and other perils. ​​ Auto ​
- [Coastal Community Credit Union](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/coastal-community-credit-union/) - How can we help you today? No matter what your need, goal or life stage, we're here to help improve your financial health. ​ Why bank with us? Be a part of something more. We're a 100% member-owned and Island-based organization, committed to the financial health of you and our communities.
- [Evolve Nightclub](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/evolve-nightclub/) - Evolve Nightclub is the premier nightclub in Nanaimo delivering advanced production and lighting, and featuring the best in national and international DJs each weekend. Follow us at our new Instagram account, @evolvenanaimo and our promoter partner, @niami.ca for special offers, guest list, and VIP experiences.
- [Four Wheel Truck Repair Ltd.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/four-wheel-truck-repair/) - We are a locally owned and operated truck repair company that you can trust with all of your roadside assistance needs. Our technicians can diagnose the issue and repair it fast, so you can get back on the road and drive safely. A few of our popular services include truck repair, diesel truck repair, and
- [Pacific Rim Appraisals Ltd.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/pacific-rim-appraisals/) - The mandate of PACIFIC RIM APPRAISALS LTD. Is to be the #1 Company in meeting the appraisal, insurance and depreciation report needs of our clients and the needs of all of British Columbia. We aim to fulfill this commitment by providing excellence service based on knowledge, effort and integrity. PACIFIC RIM APPRAISALS LTD. – WHY
- [Pure Spa](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/puro-spa/) - We are a little oasis in the heart of downtown Nanaimo. Licensed Aestheticians. Exceptional treatment We create customized, results oriented treatments that will leave you with a feeling of absolute relaxation.
- [Precise Mechanical Repairs](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/precise-mechanical/) - HISTORY Precise was created in 2019 by founder, Jeff Whitworth after working at dealerships for six years. Jeff's passion for creating a positive impact in the automotive industry led him to start his own shop. He values honesty and strives to cultivate a healthy work culture for his employees. At the start of 2023 Jeff
- [Quintessential](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/quintessential/) - QUIN.TES.SEN.TIAL REPRESENTING THE MOST PERFECT OR TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF QUALITY OR CLASS “The straw hat is a Quintessential part of the summer wardrobe.” Welcome to Quintessential! We are a unique boutique in downtown Nanaimo that features women's clothing, handbags, jewelry, shoes, baby gifts and accessories. Established in 2005, we strive to have an eclectic mix of
- [Cayo Fashions](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/cayo-fashions/) - In the Summer of 2010, Cayo Fashions became Nanaimo's newest shopping destination in the downtown core. We specialize in elevated basics that fits every style and budget. "With good basics, you'll have endless options."
- [Red Fern Grooming Salon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/red-fern-grooming-salon/) - Chanel Pollock Grooming Since 2015
- [Mann Lee Oriental Food and Gift Shop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/man-lee-oriental-food-gift-shop/) - A taste of the Orient right here! in Nanaimo New selection of seasonal items, oriental spices and gift ideas for any occasion
- [Sunshine Coast Air](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/sunshine-coast-air-2/) - 100% LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED. BUY LOCAL. FLY LOCAL. Josh Ramsay owner and operated of Sunshine Coast Air took over Tofino Air in Sechelt in 2015. Josh has been living and flying seaplanes on the Sunshine Coast for over 15 years and has over 25 years of flying experience. The West Coast is his forever
- [Old City Station Pub](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/old-city-station-pub/) - Dedicated to being Nanaimo’s Number 1 Sports Pub Kitchen open until 2 am on weekends we serve 24 beers on draft from many different breweries on Vancouver Island & BC. Come try our signature classics like The Turbo & Shaft. With some of the best prices on beer in Nanaimo, the perfect sports pub
- [Mindsai Creative](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mindsai-creative/) - A design forward group of Vancouver Island creatives. All hailing from Vancouver Island, British Columbia – The MindsAi team care deeply about the growth and flourishing of local businesses. With MindsAi, your project is taken on at a personal level, as each member of the team is dedicated to helping build up a part of their
- [Minnoz Restaurant](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/minnoz-restaurant/) - Enjoy elegant, casual dining. From homemade breakfasts to enticing appetizers, our menu is sure to satisfy. Discover a new sense of place in downtown Nanaimo at the Coast Bastion Hotel. We strive in making memorable moments with family during special days with our guests; whether it be a Holiday and Birthday, or Anniversary. Make
- [Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/courtyard-by-marriott-nanaimo/) - Modern, comfortable hotel in Nanaimo, BC Settle in for the most comfortable of stays at Courtyard Nanaimo in downtown Nanaimo, BC, Canada. Our hotel is located across the street from the Vancouver Island Conference Center and near the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Step inside our hotel and discover
- [Nanaimo Business Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nanaimo-business-services/) - Nanaimo Business Services offer bright, clean and fully furnished offices for short or long term rental in our newly renovated building. Tenants enjoy a professional atmosphere with air-conditioned, modern offices, reception area, elegant boardrooms, access to high-speed internet and other business services. The central location makes it easy for tenants and their clients to get
- [Island Time Axe Throwing](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/island-time-axe-throwing/) - It’s Island Time. A custom coached experience that will ensure you’re throwing like a pro.
- [Vancouver Island Conference Center](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vancouver-island-conference-center/) - This multiple award-winning building has 38,000 Sq Ft of flexible event space all within walking distance to nearby hotels, restaurants, boutiques, museums & art galleries. From a versatile ballroom/trade show floor, nine multi-purpose meeting rooms to two reception lobbies, the VICC can accommodate up to 1,300 people.
- [VI Print Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vi-print-services/) - At VI Print Services you get visual communication solutions including sign and graphic consultation and production services. Whether you need architectural signs, vehicle graphics, point-of-purchase posters or a building identification sign, we’re more than ready to help you meet your visual communications goals. Some of our products and services include; Exterior and interior signs on Coroplast or
- [Vancouver Island Regional Library](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vancouver-island-regional-library/) - The Nanaimo library branch opened in 1936. However, the coal mining centre of what we now call Nanaimo enjoyed library services as early as the 1860s. In June, 1961 the library moved to a new building on Fitzwilliam Street and in 1997 the Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch moved to its current location on Diana Krall Plaza
- [Budget Car Rental](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/budget-car-rental/) - Save on your next car rental with Budget Car Rental in Nanaimo. Whether you're renting a car in Nanaimo or any one of our 1,500 locations, you will find discount rental car rates on a variety of vehicles.
- [Milk Jam Donuts](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/milk-jam-donuts/) - Artisan donuts, cronuts, and flavoured milks. If we sell out before closing, notifications will be posted on our Instagram stories!
- [NoiseAgonyMayhem](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/noiseagonymayhem/) - A Record and Culture store. We focus on Metal, Punk, Psych music. Patches, esoteric DVDs, Books, Pins and Buttons, Toys, Art. Something for everyone except possibly squares. Our clientele fall more into the "Freak" category, but we welcome EVERYONE. Buy Sell Trade. We are literally a Ma and Pa and Son operation. The real deal.
- [Nanaimo Art Gallery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nanaimo-art-gallery/) - Nanaimo Art Gallery is located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation. The Gallery enhances the cultural environment of Vancouver Island, serving a regional population base of approximately 225,000, through exhibitions, education, and outreach that encourages active public involvement with the visual arts.
- [Bastion Wealth Advisors Group - iA Private Wealth Inc.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/bastion-wealth-advisors-group-ia-private-wealth-inc/) - Our office is filled with long-time residents of Nanaimo and we are proud to call the Mid-Island our homes. We live, work and raise our families in this community because of its laid-back lifestyle and its beautiful surroundings. It is this same attitude that drives our approach to dealings with our existing and prospective clients.
- [Lucky Cloud](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/lucky-cloud/) - Vintage, Gift, Lifestyle Shop, Housewares, Books, Self Care, Creative Space
- [Hullo - Nanaimo Ferry Terminal](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/hullo-nanaimo-ferry-terminal/) - VIFC is proud to introduce you to Hullo. We’re more than just a fast-ferry service- we’re a collective of people operating with positivity and innovation to effectively enhance the way people travel in British Columbia. Our goal is to connect communities in ways it hasn’t been done before. This is just the start.
- [Monte's Automotive](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/montes-automotive/) - WE ARE A FULLY EQUIPPED AUTOMOTIVE SHOP. With licensed mechanics on-staff, and a wide variety of diagnostic equipment and specialized tools, we can diagnose and address your vehicle issues, install aftermarket parts, and provide service and maintenance. Some of our services include: Inspection and Diagnostics Brakes Transmission Tires & Wheel Alignment Oil & Filter Change
- [Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nanaimo-ceramic-arts-studio/) - Dedicated to the education of ceramics in our community. Classes, workshops, gallery and online education
- [A4S Immigration Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/a4s-immigration-services/) - We understand how important it is to get these processes right, so their expert counsellors provide interactive guidance for students and their guardians every step of the way.
- [Alchemy Beauty](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/alchemy-beauty/) - Alchemy Beauty is here to help you write yourself back into your own life. We offer Nanaimo’s most comprehensive menu of advanced medical aesthetics — from injectables, lasers, customized facials and chemical peels lasers to medical-grade skin care, and all else in between. The options are vast because we believe in tailoring an experience that’s
- [Artzi Stuff](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/artzi-stuff/) - Artzi Stuff is a colourful and welcoming gallery/gift store located in downtown Nanaimo, BC. It’s the perfect place to find a one-of-kind gift, or pick up a little something special for yourself.
- [Black Cat Studios](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/black-cat-studios/) - Black Cat Studios offers branding solutions for your business. Specializing in signage, screen printing, and embroidery as well as offering graphic design and vehicle graphics all in our 5,500 square foot facility.
- [Almost Famous Laser](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/almost-famous-laser/) - Hello At Almost Famous Laser, we are proud to have the best customer satisfaction rate in the industry. Our well-trained LSO, Amanda Chinn, works with each client to create a custom treatment plan that is perfect for their skin type and to attain their desired results. Our technology is the most advanced in the industry,
- [CIBC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/cibc/) - About CIBC Ambition™. At CIBC, we aim to help our clients, employees, communities and shareholders achieve theirs. Our purpose drives our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders.
- [Catherine C Moore Councellor](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/catherine-c-moore-councellor/) - I feel profoundly honoured to support people in their journey toward wellness. My approach is nurturing, respect-based, collaborative, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I love the richness of working with all people, but hope to focus on creating a safe space for men, middle agers, and elders. I am also passionate about working with people experiencing diverse
- [Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/central-vancouver-island-multicultural-society/) - We are a registered charity providing services to immigrants. We offer English language classes, employment and direct settlement assistance as well as other related services
- [Chapel Street Hall](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/chapel-street-hall/) - The Chapel Street Hall is available for rent for your personal, community or business events. Please give us a call to secure a venue for your next event.
- [Fitz Ave](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/fitz-avenue-night-day-boutique-lingerie-beachwear-accessories/) - Welcome to Fitz Ave! Whether you are a festival or rave goer, international destination traveller or just hosting a themed party, we may have what you are looking for! We carry a wide range of swimwear plus clothing and accessories. If it's different and unique you need, come see us! Or find us on Facebook
- [Clear Lake Counselling](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/clear-lake-counselling/) - I think my greatest asset in doing this kind of work is that I’ve been to both Master’s level University AND the “school of hard knocks”! Having struggled with addiction earlier in life, I was able to gain an intimate knowledge of how to make it through all kinds of problems and arrive on the
- [Collaborative Law Corporation | Nanaimo Lawyers](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/collaborative-law-corporation-nanaimo-lawyers/) - Family Lawyers and dispute resolution specialists in Nanaimo BC serving all of Vancouver Island and Vancouver, with video link mediation services across BC. Home of the "1-Day Divorce" program, and Central Vancouver Island Mediation Centre. We Believe most Family Law Issues can be solved collaboratively – reducing cost, time And stress. We employ a toolbox
- [Crimson Coast Dance Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/crimson-coast-dance-society/) - The mission of the Crimson Coast Dance Society is to develop and support dance creations, productions, performances and educational opportunities at both grass root and professional levels in Central Vancouver Island. The principal objective of Crimson Coast Dance Society is to create a place for professional dance on central Vancouver Island based in the City
- [D&D Clean Exteriors Ltd.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/dd-clean-exteriors-ltd/) - We are Nanaimo, BC Exterior House Cleaning, House Washing, Siding Washing, Roof Moss Removal or Demossing, Roof Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning and Concrete Cleaning Specialists! We are fully insured, licensed, covered by WorkSafeBC and accredited members of BBB and the Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce. We wash homes by hand, no pressure washers used. We use pressure
- [Danielle's Hair Studio](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/danielles-hair-studio/) - Women's hair cutting, styling and colouring. Hours vary. By appointment only.
- [Elizabeth's Lingerie Drawer](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/elizabeths-lingerie-drawer/) - Elizabeth's Lingerie Drawer is a one-stop-shop for all your lingerie needs in Nanaimo. Visit our store and choose from a variety of quality products today!
- [Harbour Dance Studios Inc.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/1621/) - We are a professional dance instruction studio in Nanaimo BC. We have classes in ballet, pointe, modern, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, hip-hop, tap, musical theatre and acro. We have a lot of fun, do competitions and conventions (if you want) and have an absolutely amazing year end show!! Please email or call Stacey for more information.
- [Iron Oxide Art Supplies](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/iron-oxide-art-supplies/) - Update! We are now open as of Monday November 27th. We are temporarily closed due to a massive leak. A new location has been found and we are in the process of fixturing it to display all the wonderful art supplies. Look for us being open mid November. Please call 250-591-4766 if you need further
- [Island Clinical Counselling](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/island-clinical-counselling/) - To all of you who feel weary, frightened, overwhelmed, alone: take refuge here. You are not alone. There is hope. Although the waves seem too rough, they can be calmed. Let’s navigate these storms together. At Island Clinical Counselling, you will receive culturally safe, evidenced-based, person-centred counselling services. We specialize in OCD (using Exposure Response
- [Ivory and Brass Studio](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ivory-and-brass-studio/) - This space was created to make you feel like you can relax, recharge, have a laugh, but mostly to feel like you are welcome! We not only care greatly about our clients, but about the impact we have on the environment. We are Green Circle Certified, support local business and the products we carry are
- [Javawocky Coffee House](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/javawocky-coffee-house/) - A traditional coffee house perfectly located on the boardwalk of Nanaimo. Enjoy a walk along the waterfront or sit in and gaze at the ocean.
- [Johnston Franklin Bishop](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/johnston-franklin-bishop/) - We are a full service law firm servicing Vancouver Island. Our team is ready to help you with your ICBC injury claims, personal injury claims, wills & estates, corporate & commercial and civil litigation needs. Our ICBC injury and personal injury lawyers will meet with you for a complimentary consultation. We recommend you speak with
- [K.D. Beausoleil & Company Inc.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/k-d-beausoleil-company-inc/) - We’re tax specialists, providing in-depth, strategic tax solutions and accounting services for corporations, trusts and estates, partnerships, privately owned companies, and high net worth individuals. Discover what the KDB advantage can do for you.
- [Keel Cove Counselling](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/keel-cove-counselling/) - Mental health counselling and support to address depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress and more.
- [Legacy Ink Tattoos - by Ryan Holden](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/legacy-ink-tattoos-by-ryan-holden/) - Fineline, geometric, blackwork and mandala tattooing on beautiful Vancouver Island.
- [Linvo Technologies Inc](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/linvo-technologies-inc/) - Helping Homeowners and Building Managers connect with those hard to find, highly efficient small contractors and helping these contractors grow into modern industry leaders.
- [Milani Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/milani-plumbing-heating-air-conditioning/) - Full service repair and installation company that has been operating in BC since 1956. We perform work for Plumbing, drainage, heating and cooling systems of various types and makes.
- [Modern Lox Salon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/modern-lox-salon/) - With decades of experience and knowledge in the hair industry alongside a broad range in specializations from haircuts to numerous color techniques offered, your experience at Modern Lox Salon will have you leaving with confidence not only in the way you look but most importantly the way you feel.
- [Mon Petit Choux](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mon-petit-choux/) - Breakfast & lunch spot offering organic cafe fare along with a bakery making breads & pastries.
- [Nanaimo Brain Injury Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nanaimo-brain-injury-society/) - The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS) is a registered non-profit society and registered charitable organization. We are a progressive society providing support, education and connection for people living with brain injury since 1988 through education, advocacy, and community support. Energetic and dedicated, our society members, volunteers, board of directors and staff give the society a firm foundation on which
- [Firehouse Grill](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/firehouse-grill/) - BOOKING POLICY ​​To book a table please phone 250-716-0323 between 11am-9pm and provide your name, phone number, the number of guests, and the date/time of your desired reservation. We accept a limited amount of bookings for groups of 5-8 people. For booking larger groups please contact us ahead of time at firehousegrill@hotmail.caDue to COVID-19, a reduced number of
- [Denise Tierney, Visual Artist](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/denise-tierney-visual-artist/) - Working artist studio. Open by chance or by appointment. Connect with me online via my website (www.denisetierney.com)
- [Root Interiors Ltd. - Commercial Interior Design Specialist](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/root-interiors-ltd-commercial-interior-design-specialist/) - Root Interiors, led by visionary designer Shauna Root, excels in crafting inspiring commercial workplaces, cafes & restaurants, and and hospitality designs. Shauna's thoughtful approach ensures practical, human-centered solutions that elevate health and well-being. Our commitment to balance and environmental consciousness defines our unique design perspective. Immerse yourself in transformative, timeless design at Root Interiors—a harmonious
- [Sabaidee Thai Massage](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/sabaidee-thai-massage/) - Welcome to Sabaidee Thai Massage We are providing traditional Thai massage ,and relaxing hot oil massage. We do walk in ( but not guarantee) We do take couple massage Please make your appointment text or call 250-740-1897 and 250-619-2558 one hour $85 and 90minute $125.thank you for your support ❤️🙏
- [Stevenson Luchies & Legh](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/stevenson-luchies-legh/) - A service-oriented team of lawyers and one of the leading law firms in Victoria, B.C. You don’t have to do this alone. Trust Stevenson Luchies & Legh’s 25+ years of experience. Whether you are facing estate litigation, small claims court, need an immigration lawyer, suffered a personal injury, need employment law advice, are involved in a family law matter, want to draft
- [Strain & Co](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/strain-co/) - Strain and Company are lawyers who excel in providing family law services, including mediation and trial representation. We specialize in sensitive, compassionate family law services. Our goal is to help you through the difficult decisions required when a family disintegrates or when legal intervention is required. We handle property resolutions, custody disputes and more for
- [TD Canada Trust Branch and ATM](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/td-canada-trust-branch-and-atm/) - From a variety of Chequing & Savings accounts, Credit Cards, Mortgages, Loans and Lines of Credit to Retirement Planning, TD Canada Trust has all your Personal and Business Banking needs covered.
- [Huntsman Law](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/huntsman-law/) - Operating since 2003, Huntsman Law* is an established law firm with proven experience in real estate, estate planning, estates and trust litigation. Our practice has completed over a thousand residential and commercial transactions as well as many probate and estate administration applications. Located in Nanaimo’s historic downtown and on the traditional and ancestral lands of
- [Triple Moon](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/triple-moon/) - Nanaimo based crystal shop with other unique gifts. Lots of local artisans and vendors features for jewelry, apothecary, candles, clothing, decor, art, and more. Sound healing, yoga, mediation, and many other areas of selfcare are a big part of our focus. We’re here to nourish your soul. Curated for your wellness and enjoyment.
- [Vancouver Island Vocational & Rehabilitation Services Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vancouver-island-vocational-rehabilitation-services-ltd/) - Offering Vocational and Rehabilitation Services across Vancouver Island
- [Vision Reporting Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/vision-reporting-services/) - We provide high-quality court reporting and transcription services in a bright and comfortable office space in downtown Nanaimo. There is easy parking right across the street, and we are located two blocks from the Harbour Air seaplane terminal. We also offer space for mediations and provide videoconferencing and have a quality conference phone for parties
- [Webb Creative](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/webb-creative/) - We are a Vancouver Island based branding and packaging design studio focused on world-class produce, spirits & cannabis companies that want to communicate personality. Our clients trust us to produce design solutions that tell their stories, and enhance their products. In turn, we view our clients as collaborators, and working together we can create beautiful
- [Diamond Eyes Optical](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/diamond-eyes-optical/) - At Diamond Eyecare we carry a huge selection of quality frames, and are dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our customers. We are pleased to provide personalized one-on-one service. The friendly experts at Diamond Eyecare will help you select the best frames and lenses to meet your individual needs. We continue to add new products and
- [CellPro Repair Solutions](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/cellpro/) - CELLPRO Repair Solutions, located at 70 Church St Unit 2 in Nanaimo, BC, offers professional repair services for a wide range of electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers, Apple Watches, and game consoles. They pride themselves on same-day service for major brands and devices, aiming to restore devices to their original condition. Most phone repairs
- [My Inner Harbour](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/my-inner-harbour/) - We are a membership-based, community self-care space. Like a gym, where members can drop in anytime or attend fitness classes for their physical health, My Inner Harbour provides space, materials, prompts and events for people to engage in true, sustainable self-care supporting their mental and emotional health. We have four main spaces on the main
- [Shipcart Distribution Services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/shipcart-distribution-services/) - Delivery Service in Nanaimo
- [Nanaimo Community Archives](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nanaimo-community-archives/) - WE ARE DEDICATED TO PRESERVING NANAIMO'S ARCHIVAL HERITAGE. We are a non-profit society dedicated to acquiring, preserving and providing public access to the historical records of the Nanaimo region. Our holdings include thousands of one-of-a-kind maps, architectural drawings and photographs. We also have a small selection of published works that includes books and reference files. The NCA
- [MPE a Division of Englobe](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mpe-a-division-of-englobe/) - MPE a division of Englobe is a professional engineering consulting firm that operates out of offices across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia. We offer full-service, multi-disciplinary engineering in the municipal, water-resources, and building services sectors. Our company has become a leading provider of world-class expertise and exceptional services to our clients across Canada for
- [Janay Foulkes, Counsellor](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/janay-foulkes-counsellor/) - I am grateful for your trust to enter the vicarious learning journey of healing, insight and balance, and self-discovery in areas that may be challenging. As a Registered Clinicall Counsellor (RCC in British Columbia) I am interested in offering support to children above 7 years, young adults, adults, and couples and families. This beginning may
- [Power Sense Roofing Solutions](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/power-sense-roofing-solutions/) - Powersense roofing solutions is a roofing and carpet and furniture cleaning service run locally
- [Blue Tech Research](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/blue-tech-research/) - Our Story At BlueTech Research we are passionate about driving successful innovation in the global water sector. We believe that many of the solutions to the current water crisis already exist in the form of technologies and innovative approaches to managing water. Our mission is to scour the world for the innovations that will help
- [Avalon Community College](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/avalon-community-college/) - Welcome to Avalon Community College We are excited to be opening a new community college on beautiful Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. Please stay tuned for more information about our progress and about the programs we will be offering to students who wish to continue with their learning journey.
- [AJ And Sons Electric](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/aj-and-sons-electric/)
- [250 Plumbers and Routers](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/250-plumbers-and-routers/) - Voted #1 in the Best of Nanaimo! Serving Nanaimo, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach. Drain cleaning, hot water heater replacement, gas fitting, waterline replacement & repair, toilets, tubs, faucets & fixtures
- [Bestsellers Bookstore](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/bestsellers-book-store/) - Bestsellers Bookstore is a physical store established in 1995. We carry a large selection of used and out-of-print fiction, non-fiction and collectable titles. Bestsellers has been serving local and international customers online for over 25 years.
- [Solar Electric Repairs (1981) Ltd](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/solar-electric-repairs-1981-ltd/) - Electric motor repair shop
- [Smythe LLP](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/g-c-smythies-associates/) - Smythe LLP is a leading professional services firm with locations in Vancouver, Langley and Nanaimo. Since 1980, we have been serving clients across BC and Canada, empowering them to grow and thrive.
- [Seatiful](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/seatiful/) - Inspired by the sea. Paintings, home decor. Wearable accessories and artwork made from sea glass from the beaches of Vancouver Island. Upcycled colorful sari wrap skirts and scarves made from recycled saris.
- [Mindspan](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mindspan/) - Founded in 1998, Mindspan has undergone significant changes over the years - morphing from a public sector consultancy on matters pertaining to enterprise IT, to serving private sector concerns predominately in the software development and marketing arenas. At its inception, Mindspan's founder, Ray Richards, rallied a pool of independent consultants and single-discipline consultancy firms to
- [The Palace Hotel](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/palace-hotel/) - VOTED BEST PATIO IN NANAIMO Ain't No Party like a Palace Party. www.nanaimoentertainment.com 275 Skinner Street Nanaimo, BC. VOTED BEST PATIO BBQ IS AVAILABLE. Bring your own Food BBQ then Party on the NEW Patio Open 9am to 2am. Never a Cover Charge. The place to get all of the info on upcoming events, theme
- [Port Place Hair Spa](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/port-place-hair-spa/) - About Leona Leona X Master Stylist Leona opened Port Place Hair Spa because she wanted to challenge herself in the world of hair she has always wanted a business of her own! Leona took her Hair Schooling at Rich1 Beauty here in Nanaimo, Bc in 2007, her favorite services are to Fade men's hair into a
- [Hamsa Organic Spa](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/hamsa-organic-sugaring-and-beauty-spa/) - About Us Hamsa Organic Spa was formed on the belief that everyone deserves to take a break and take care of themselves throughout their busy lives. The Spa aims to provide the upmost relaxing experience, so that each and every individual can experience relaxation at any time all throughout the day. ​ We are child-friendly,
- [MBMC Agency](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mbmc-agency/) - Small Business Consulting Are you a new business, and need guidance on how to get started? Are you established, but need help to get to the next level? Do you have a great idea and/or product and need help getting it off the ground? Do you need help finding top talent, or managing your existing
- [Stephen Littley Law Corp](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/stephen-littley-law/) - Local Lawyer
- [Bennett Land Surveying](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/bennett-land-surveying-ltd/) - Bennett Land Surveying Nanaimo is your local land surveyor for commercial and residential land surveying. Get your project started quickly and keep it moving smoothly. Services including Topographical Surveys, Building Locations, Strata Plans, Property Boundaries, Restrictive Covenants, Subdivision Plans. With offices across BC we have decades of experience and use the latest techniques and technology.
- [James E Farenholtz Law Corp](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/james-e-farenholtz-law-corporation/) - Brian D Jones Law Corp offer legal services in Nanaimo. They can administer your needs as attorneys, solicitors, defense lawyers and even more and may help in the case of divorce, separation, child custody or family mediation. They have the abilities to advise you with your immigration inquiries. Their team has the know-how to treat
- [The Nest Bistro](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/nest-bistro/) - Jen has always had a passion for the food and beverage/tourism industry and has completed various diplomas/studies within this realm. After completing the chefs training program and finishing as the top student in her class Jen completed a practicum under multiple gold medal winning Chef Ernst Dorfler and his culinary team at the Pan Pacific
- [Simple Strata Solutions, Inc.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/simple-strata-solutions-inc/) - "We automate document requests for Property Managers and Self-Managed Strata Corporations. Our Strata Owner’s Portal provides Owners with 24-7/365 access to important documents and strata information. Every Strata Corporation on StrataPress gets a strata communication portal with lots of innovative, time-saving features designed specifically for Strata Owners and Strata Managers."
- [General Napa Autopro](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/general-auto-pro/) - Welcome to GENERAL AUTOPRO, proudly providing expert auto and light truck repair, wheel alignment, and maintenance services to customers of the Nanaimo area. We begin by offering a host of FREE services, including on-line auto maintenance schedules for your car or light truck, followed up with friendly reminders that let you know when your car
- [LogoWest Promotional Products](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/logowest-promotional-products/) - Attention LogoWest Visitors. JUST....CALL....US LogoWest's Professional Staff is here to work hard to earn your business. 2022 Was Absolutely Amazing! Can 2023 Be Explosive? Brand with the Best at LogoWest Whether you are looking for a specific item or just browsing for ideas, LogoWest Promotional Products is your one-stop source. Proudly Canadian Serving Proud Canadians. If
- [Maximus Canada Employment Services Inc.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/maximus-canada-employment-services-inc/) - Working in partnership to transform lives With local partners, we build thriving, vital communities characterized by high levels of employment, self-sufficiency, and wage and skills growth. How can we help? Maximus Canada Employment Services (MCES) is a trusted partner for all stakeholders—from provincial governments through community organizations to employers and job seekers. Together, we advance economic development
- [Kardel Consulting Services Inc](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/kardel-consulting-services-inc/) - Kardel Consulting Services Inc. (now known as Kardel) was born in 1987, during the early days of institutional closures. There was no grand vision, only a desire to participate in the development of community-based services for people with developmental disabilities. Since our beginning, we have been committed to person-centred supports that respect individual choice. Kardel’s services
- [Brook Low](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/brook-law/) - Our lawyers help clients navigate the legal process by providing them with the information they need to make the right decisions for their individual circumstances. At Brook Law you are more than a file. We understand how the legal process can be overwhelming and it is our job to help guide you through the process.
- [DKS Consulting](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/duane-k-seibel-consulting-2/) - Duane (DKS Consulting, CEO and Principal) and his associates have provided consultation, education and training to post-secondary institutions, non-profit and corporate organizations, unions, professional associations and government entities. Collectively the DKS team to assist in managing challenging situations and to assist in developing more positive work and learning environments. At DKS they pride themselves on
- [Dolan's Gas Fitting & Heating Ltd.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/dolans-gas-fitting-2/) - With over 20 years of experience in the heating industry, Sean Dolan established Dolan’s Gas Fitting and Heating Ltd. in 2006. Locally owned and operated, Dolan’s offers coverage to Port Alberni and Nanaimo with surrounding areas including Parksville, Qualicum, Tofino and Ucluelet. Dolan’s can do it all Dolan’s Gas Fitting and Heating offers a wide
- [Garat Financial Group](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/garat-financial-group/) - As professional financial advisors, we continually strive to see every client realize all of their financial dreams. Whether your goal is to save for a new home or your retirement or managing your portfolio wisely, we have the experience and resources to meet your needs. We serve individuals, families and business in the Vancouver Island
- [Senini Graphics Screen Printing and Embroidery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/senini-graphics-screen-printing/) - Senini Graphics is your one stop custom imprinted garment company! We offer innovative in-house graphic design, custom screen printing, embroidery on premium brand name apparel, and other promotional products since 1983. Located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo for over three decades, Senini Graphics has seen a lot of changes, as well as a lot
- [Davos Capital Canada](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/davos-capital-canada/)
- [Mxn Holdings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/mxn-holdings/)
- [TUX INVESTMENTS](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tux-investments/)
- [HUB INTERNATIONAL BARTON LIMITED](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/hub-international-barton-limited/)
- [IA SECURITIES](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ia-securities/)
- [WDC CHAPEL DEVELOPMENTS](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/wdc-chapel-developments/)
- [INKJET REFILL](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/inkjet-refill/)
- [HEALING WITH CORY](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/healing-with-cory/)
- [AMARADA HOLDINGS LTD](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/amarada-holdings-ltd/)
- [GEVA HOLDINGS LTD](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/geva-holdings-ltd/)
- [IMPRINT TATTOO](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/imprint-tattoo/)
- [VAN ISLE PERSONNEL](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/van-isle-personnel/)
- [RUTTAN HOLDINGS LTD](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/ruttan-holdings-ltd/)
- [HITCHEN A D](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/hitchen-a-d/)
- [WEST COAST AIR LTD](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/west-coast-air-ltd/)

## EvenON Users

- [1](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-user/1/)
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## Event Location

- [Virtual](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/virtual/)
- [At the Coast Bastion Hotel. Light refreshments will be provided.](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/at-the-coast-bastion-hotel-light-refreshments-will-be-provided/)
- [Nanaimo Art Gallery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/nanaimo-art-gallery/)
- [Coast Bastion Inn, Malaspina Room](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/coast-bastion-inn-malaspina-room/)
- [Maffeo Sutton Park](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/maffeo-sutton-park/)
- [Diana Krall Plaza](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/diana-krall-plaza/)
- [Wallace Street](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/wallace-street/)
- [The Queen's](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/the-queens/)
- [St. Andrews Church Hall](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/st-andrews-church-hall/)
- [Nanaimo Museum](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/nanaimo-museum/)
- [Doc Lewis Park](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/doc-lewis-park/)
- [Nanaimo Yacht Club](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/nanaimo-yacht-club/)
- [Bowen Park Upper Picnic Shelter](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/bowen-park-upper-picnic-shelter/)
- [Downtown Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/downtown-nanaimo/)
- [Nanaimo Curling Club](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/nanaimo-curling-club/)
- [Black Rabbit Kitchen's The Attic](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/black-rabbit-kitchens-the-attic/)
- [Vancouver Island Conference Centre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/vancouver-island-conference-centre/)
- [Vancouver Island Regional Library: Nanaimo Harbourfront](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/vancouver-island-regional-library-nanaimo-harbourfront/)
- [The Green Olive by Old City](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/the-green-olive-by-old-city/)
- [Coast Bastion Hotel](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/coast-bastion-hotel/)
- [Nanaimo District Secondary School](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/nanaimo-district-secondary-school/)
- [Courtyard Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/courtyard-nanaimo/)
- [St. Andrews United Church](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/st-andrews-united-church/)
- [Bowen Park Auditorium](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/bowen-park-auditorium/)
- [Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/delta-hotels-victoria-ocean-pointe-resort/)
- [The Port Theatre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/the-port-theatre/)
- [DHARTI MATA CENTRE](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/dharti-mata-centre/)
- [Windowseat Books](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/windowseat-books/)
- [Rathtrevor Park](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/rathtrevor-park/)
- [Vancouver Film School](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/vancouver-film-school/)
- [Wall Street Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/wall-street-nanaimo/)
- [Habitat For Humanity Nanaimo ReStore](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/habitat-for-humanity-nanaimo-restore/)
- [The Vault Cafe](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/the-vault-cafe/)
- [Bethlehem centre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/bethlehem-centre/)
- [LevelTwo Nightclub](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/leveltwo-nightclub/)
- [Sip Neighborhood Pub](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/sip-neighborhood-pub/)
- [White Sails](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/white-sails/)
- [Vancouver Island University](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/vancouver-island-university/)
- [View Restaurant](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/view-restaurant/)
- [Pacific Biological Station](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/pacific-biological-station/)
- [Flying Fish](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-location/flying-fish/)

## Event Organizer

- [Mid Island Tai Chi Club](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/mid-island-tai-chi-club/)
- [Nanaimo Art Gallery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-art-gallery/)
- [The Queens](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/the-queens/)
- [Shake Shimmy & Shop Planning Team](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/shake-shimmy-shop-planning-team/)
- [Nanaimo Museum](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-museum/)
- [Sylvia Humble - Song Leader](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/sylvia-humble-song-leader/)
- [Parkinson Society BC](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/parkinson-society-bc/)
- [Janice Ainsworth](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/janice-ainsworth/)
- [Elise Boulanger](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/elise-boulanger/)
- [Nanaimo International Film Screening Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-international-film-screening-society/)
- [Vancouver Island Bhangra](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/vancouver-island-bhangra/)
- [The Green Olive by Old City](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/the-green-olive-by-old-city/)
- [Friends of Nanaimo Jazz Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/friends-of-nanaimo-jazz-society/)
- [Nanaimo Community Hospice](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-community-hospice/)
- [Nanaimo Foodshare Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-foodshare-society/)
- [Island Crisis Care Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/island-crisis-care-society/)
- [Vancouver Film School](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/vancouver-film-school/)
- [Nanaimo Sings!](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-sings/)
- [SKG Promotions](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/skg-promotions/)
- [Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio & Gallery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/nanaimo-ceramic-arts-studio-gallery/)
- [Liberty Laughs](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/liberty-laughs/)
- [VIBE Vancouver Island's Best Entrepreneurs](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/vibe-vancouver-islands-best-entrepreneurs/)
- [Les Dames d’Escoffier](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/les-dames-descoffier/)
- [The Port Theatre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/the-port-theatre/)
- [Windowseat Books](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/windowseat-books/)
- [Select Saved Organizers](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/select-saved-organizers/)
- [Lit Evolution](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/lit-evolution/)
- [Bailamos Nanaimo](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/bailamos-nanaimo/)
- [Sherpa Events](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/sherpa-events/)
- [Artists' Collective Theatre](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/artists-collective-theatre/)
- [Dine About](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/dine-about/)
- [Truevibe Events](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/truevibe-events/)
- [Westwood Leather Co](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/westwood-leather-co/)
- [Spirit of Nanaimo Society](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/spirit-of-nanaimo-society/)
- [Fisheries and Oceans Canada](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/fisheries-and-oceans-canada/)
- [Protection Island Lions Club](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/event-organizer/protection-island-lions-club/)

## Listing Tags

- [phone repair](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/phone-repair/)
- [computer repair](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/computer-repair/)
- [soldering](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/soldering/)
- [drones](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/drones/)
- [Art Gallery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/art-gallery/)
- [Indigenous Art](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/indigenous-art/)
- [Coast Salish](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/coast-salish/)
- [carvings](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/carvings/)
- [native art](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/native-art/)
- [Indigenous](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/indigenous/)
- [Art](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/art/)
- [gallery](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/gallery/)
- [swimwear](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/swimwear/)
- [clothing](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/clothing/)
- [sunglasses](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/sunglasses/)
- [costume accessories](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/costume-accessories/)
- [festival wear](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/festival-wear/)
- [rave wear](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/rave-wear/)
- [themed parties](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/themed-parties/)
- [beach shirts](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/beach-shirts/)
- [funny socks](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/funny-socks/)
- [hats](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/hats/)
- [pride stuff](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/tags/pride-stuff/)

## Listing Categories

- [nightlife & bars](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/nightlife/)
- [hotels](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/hotels/)
- [restaurants & food](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/restaurants/)
- [shopping & retail](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/shops/)
- [commercial](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/commercial/)
- [services](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/services/)
- [Entertainment](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/entertainment/)
- [Cruiseship Coupon Businesses](https://downtownnanaimo.ca/listings/category/cruiseship-initiative-businesses/)