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Nanaimo Facts

Nanaimo Harbour Marine Operator: Channel # 87

Population :
73,000 ( 2001Census )

Climate Statistics:
See The Weather Network
(statistics from 1961-1991)

For labour/business market and development statistics, see the Community Profile.

For origins and historical development of Nanaimo, see
Brief History of Nanaimo

City of Nanaimo-
look for community information like local schools, churches, local attractions, recreation areas, parks etc. www.nanaimo.ca

Road Conditions- Nanaimo Highway Webcam from Ministry of Transportation web site.
Malahat Webcam Vancouver Island Road Reports

Arts and Entertainment

Crimson Coast Dance Society- The Mission of the Crimson Coast Dance Society is to develop and support contemporary dance creations, productions, performances and educational opportunities at both grass roots and professional levels in Central Vancouver Island. 150 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G6 Tel: (250) 716-3230
Email: dance@crimsoncoast.org
Web site: www.crimsoncoastdance.org

Downtown Nanaimo - Special Events L'Association des francophones de Nanaimo- The AFN is a non-profit organization mandated to respond to the needs and expectations of the Francophones and Francophiles population of the Nanaimo region. 30 - 1925 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC., V9S 1H1 Office hours: Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM Telephone 250-729-2776 Fax 250-729-2777

Loyal Nanaimo Bathtub Society
Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce - Community Events Nanaimo Community Archives
Nanaimo Kennel Club
Newcastle Island Parks and Recreation - Special Events Port Theatre- The Port Theatre is a not-for-profit performance art centre. The City of Nanaimo formed the Port Theatre Society in 1989 to build an 800-seat theatre on the breathtaking waterfront in downtown Nanaimo. The Port Theatre opened in September of 1998, with grants from the Federal Provincial Infrastructure Works Program and an outstanding level of community support. The purpose of The Port Theatre Society is to stimulate and enhance artistic, cultural and economic activity of central Vancouver Island. The 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. A landmark on the city's waterfront, it also serves as an important meeting place for a variety of community events, seminars and educational conferences. Over 250 events are held in the theatre each year attracting over 125,000 people.
Theatre One
Vancouver Island Symphony
Vancouver Olympic Information Site

Travel & Tourism
Air Canada Regional
Artificial Reef - (Dive Nanaimo)
Baxter Air
BC Ferries
Harbour Air
Nanaimo Airport
Nanaimo Economic Development Group
Nanaimo Regional Transit System
(Bus Schedules & Public Transit Information)
Newcastle Island Ferry Schedule
Scuba Diving
Tourism Nanaimo
Tourism Nanaimo Events
Schools
School District #68 - Nanaimo
Coal Tyee Elementary School
Departure Bay Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School
Mountain View Elementary School
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Waterloo Elementary School
John Barsby Secondary School
Ladysmith Secondary School
Malaspina University-College - Nanaimo Campus

The 4 kilometre walkway, that shows off many of Nanaimo's Harbourside attractions, built in 1987, has become one of the best-used recreational facilities in the city.
A stroll along its landscaped path reveals many of the projects the Port Authority has encouraged and promoted to boost recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
Close-up views of Gabriola, Protection and Newcastle Islands with access to their connecting ferries are also part of the Walkway's many features.
This 'jewel in the harbour's crown' was completed in 1993 and provides a focal point for the downtown waterfront.
Shops, restaurants and public facilities and meeting spaces all come together at the Pioneer Waterfront Plaza.
This Plaza provides access to the Inner Harbour and Boat Basin so that visitors who arrive by sea can be found mingling with shoppers, diners and walkers.
Public parking is concealed beneath the Plaza deck and the Wharfinger and Harbourmaster's office, as well as the Seaplane Terminal are located nearby. Nanaimo's heart and soul was born on this waterfront and it is preserved with the support of the Nanaimo Port Authority.

Nanaimo's past, present and future is tied closely to this stretch of waterfront. Site of major transportation connections, industry, entertainment, recreation and culture, the heart of the community keeps beat with the rhythm of the sea.
Nanaimo's Port Theatre was named in recognition of the Port Authority's leading role in the development of this performing arts centre.

Here are some local Vancouver Island links I have found useful. If you come across any local links you think should be added here feel free to email them to me at jason@wr123.com and I will add them. Arts and Entertainment

Travel & Tourism

Business Links

For opportunities to bid on the 2010 Olympics or other Government contracts please logon to the BC bid website below...

Aerial Tours- Qualicum Beach Lunch Break Tour up Vancouver Island from Victoria to the Northern Gulf Islands, and marvel at the sights of Nanaimo, Parksville beaches Denman Island, Hornby Island, Tribune Bay, and finally land at Qualicum Beach and enjoy lunch at their famous Airport Cafe! Then fly home to Victoria over Chemainus (renowned "City of Murals") and the Cowichan Valley. Check out Parallel Aviation's web site for current pricing and more information www.parallelaviation.com/tours.html

Island Fish and Game Clubs

Click HERE for the Cowichan Valley Fish and Game website We are a group of hunters, fishers and shooter who are dedicated to the welfare of the fish and wildlife in our area. We actively per sue issues that affect the habitat and well being of fish and wildlife. Click HERE for the Courtenay Fish and Game Association web site Since 1937, the Courtenay and District Fish & Game Protective Association has dedicated itself to wildlife conservation and management. Click HERE to got to the David Suzuki Foundation web site Since 1990, the David Suzuki Foundation has worked to find ways for society to live in balance with the natural world that sustains us. Focusing on four program areas oceans and sustainable fishing, forests and wild lands, climate change and clean energy, and the web of life - the Foundation uses science and education to promote solutions that help conserve nature.

Click HERE to go to the Esquimalt Anglers Association web site We are an organization involved in Salt water sports fishing, salmon enhancement, and supporting community activities. We operate and maintain the Fleming Beach Boat Ramp and clubhouse. Esquimalt Anglers' Association 1101 Munro Street, Victoria British Columbia, Canada V9A 5P1 e-mail eanglers@islandnet.com We are an organization involved in Salt water sports fishing, salmon enhancement, and supporting community activities. We operate and maintain the Fleming Beach Boat Ramp and clubhouse. Our clubhouse hours of operation are: 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM weekdays 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM weekends www.islandnet.com/~eanglers Click HERE to go to the Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society web site The Sooke Salmon Enhancement Society is a participant in the Salmonid Enhancement Program. Through hatchery rearing's and releases their goal is to restore salmon populations in Sooke area streams.

The Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce is very organised and proactively enticing growth in the local business sector.

See what the traffic is like at the BC Ferry Terminals by clicking the the picture or the link below. BC FERRIES WEBCAMS

Click HERE to check out the distances to drive between various cities on Vancouver Island

Tourism Vancouver Island is a destination marketing organization whose vision is To Position the Vancouver Island Region as a Premier Destination. The organization is a not for profit association representing the tourism stakeholders within the Vancouver Island region, which includes all the islands located between Vancouver Island and the mainland coast and also includes coastal areas of the mainland coast between Moses and Bute Inlets. TOURISM VANCOUVER ISLAND Suite 203, 335 Wesley Street NANAIMO, BC - Canada V9R 2T5 Phone:(250) 754-3500 Fax: (250) 754-3599 Email: visitor@islands.bc.ca "In my opinion, this is not only a fabulous resource for tourists coming to Vancouver Island but also one of the best places for local businesses to showcase their products and services."

Golf Courses on Vancouver Island:

Alberni Golf Club 6449 Cherry Creek Road, Port Alberni, British Columbia V9Y7L6 Clubhouse: (250) 723-7111 Pro Shop: (250) 723-5422

Arbutus Ridge Golf & Country Club (250) 743-5000 www.golfbc.com/courses/arbutus_ridge info_arbutus@golfbc.com

Fir Meadows Golf Course 5301 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, BC V9L5J2 (250) 709-2221

Bear Mountain Resort

Real Estate Sales & Design Centre (866)391-6100 110-2800 Bryn Maur Rd, Victoria, BC V9B3T4 (250) 391-7160 (866) 882-2327 Tee Times (888) 533-2327 (toll-free) Hotel Reservations http://www.bearmountain.ca

GREEN ACRES PAR 3 DRIVING RANGE 3970 Metchosin Road, Victoria, BC V9C4A5 (250) 474-2123

BEBAN PARK PITCH & PUTT GOLF COURSE 2280 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC V9T3K7 (250) 756-0108 (250) 756-2316 (fax)

LADYSMITH GOLF CLUB 380 Davis Road, Ladysmith, BC V9G1T9 (250) 245-7313

Cordova Bay Golf Course 5333 Cordova Bay Rd, Victoria, BC V8Y2L3 (250) 658-4075 http://www.cordovabaygolf.com

MOUNT BRENTON GOLF COURSE LTD 2816 Henry, Chemainus, BC V0R1K0 (250) 246-9322

COTTONWOOD GOLF COURSE 1975 Haslam Road, Cassidy, BC V9X1T1 (250) 245-5142

MOUNT DOUGLAS GOLF COURSE 4225 Blenkinsop Road, Victoria, BC V8X2C3 (250) 477-8314

Cowichan Golf & Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC V9L6L3 (250) 746-5333 http://www.cowichangolfclub.com

PRYDE VISTA GOLF COURSE 155 Pryde Avenue, Nanaimo, BC V9S4P8 (250) 753-6188

DUNCAN MEADOWS GOLF COURSE 6507 North Road, Duncan, BC V9L6K9 (250) 746-8993 (250) 746-8955 (fax) www.duncanmeadows.com

Olympic View Golf Club 643 Latoria Rd, Victoria, BC V9C3A3 (250) 474-3671 (250) 474-4001 (fax) http://www.golfbc.com info_olympic@golfbc.com

EAGLE QUEST GOLF CENTER NANAIMO 1601 Thatcher Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X1S6 (250) 754-1325

WINCHELSEA VIEW GOLF COURSE LTD 7655 Harby Road West, Lantzville, BC V0R2H0 (250) 390-3934 (250) 390-2274 (fax)

Your resource for Golf Vacations on Vancouver Island can be found be clicking THIS LINK

Bard to Broadway (QB) - www.b2btheatre.bc.ca
Fire & Ice www.fireandicefestival.net
Heritage Forest www.qualicumbeach.net/heritage
Kidfest http://kidfest.ca
Oceanside Arts Council www.oceansideartscouncil.com
Port Theatre www.porttheatre.nisa.com
RDN Recreation Department www.rdn.bc.ca
Mt. Washington www.mtwashington.bc.ca/winter05 Parksville Generals Jr. B. hockey team www.parksvillegenerals.org/index.htm
QF Royals www.baseball.bc.ca/royals
Transit info www.rdn.bc.ca/cms.asp?wpID=127
Nanaimo Airport www.nanaimo-airport.com
Tsawwassen-Duke Point Schedule
www.bcferries.com/schedules/mainland/tsdp-current.html
Ferries (Horseshoe Bay(Van) to Departure
www.bcferries.com/schedules/mainland/hbna-current.html
Via Rail www.viarail.ca
Laidlaw Coach Lines www.grayline.ca/victoria/schedules/main_schedule.shtml
Parksville Chamber of Commerce www.chamber.parksville.bc.ca
Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce www.qualicum.bc.ca
Oceanside Tourism Association www.oceansidetourism.com
Oceanside Developers and Construction Association
www.odca-bc.ca
Government City of Parksville www.city.parksville.bc.ca Town of Qualicum Beach www.qualicumbeach.com
Regional District of Nanaimo www.rdn.bc.ca
Beacon Christian School www.beaconchristian.ca
School District 69 www.sd69.bc.ca
Malaspina University College www.mala.ca/parksville
Local Visitor Guides from across BC www.getawaybc.com
Victoria News www.vicnews.com
Duncan News Leader www.cowichannewsleader.com
Ladysmith Chronicle www.ladysmithchronicle.com
Comox Valley Record www.comoxvalleyrecord.com Campbell River Mirror www.campbellrivermirror.com
North Island Gazette www.northislandgazette.com
North Island Weekender www.northislandweekender.com
Our other BC newspapers www.vinewsgroup.com
Parksville's Beach Festival www.parksvillebeachfest.ca

Marinas

For a more comprehensive breakdown of individual marina facilities and services refer to the On-line Marina Guide for British Columbia.

South Island

Oak Bay Marina 1327 Beach Drive
Oak Bay
www.obmg.com
Telephone: (250) 598-3369
Charts: 3313, 3424, 3462
VHF 68

Anglers Anchorage Marine
923 Marchant Road
Brentwood Bay
Telephone: (250) 652-3531

Port Sidney Marina
9835 Seaport Place
Sidney
Telephone: (250) 655-3711
Charts: 3313, 3476, 3441
VHF 68

Cheanuh Marina
4901 East Sooke
Victoria
Telephone: (250) 478-4880

Van Isle Marina
2320 Harbour Road
Sidney www.vanislemarina.com
Telephone: (250) 656-1138
Charts: 3313, 3476, 3441
VHF 68

Sailor's Cove Marina
453 Head Street
Victoria
Telephone: (250) 389-2255

North Saanich Marina Ltd.
1949 Marina Way
Sidney
Telephone: (250) 656-5558
Charts: 3313, 3476, 3441

Manuel Quimper Marina
6585 Sooke Rd.
Sooke
Telephone: (250) 642-5644

Canoe Cove Marina Ltd.
2300 Canoe Cove
Sidney
Telephone: (250) 656-5566
Charts: 3313, 3476, 3441
VHF 68

Sunny Shores Marina
5621 Sooke Rd.
Sooke
Telephone: (250) 642-5731

Deep Cove Marina
10990 Madrona
Sidney
Telephone: (250) 656-0060

Otter Bay Marina
2311 McKinnen Road
North Pender Island
Telephone: (250) 629-3212
Charts: 3313, 3441/2
VHF 68

Bedwell Harbour Marina
9801 Spalding Rd.
South Pender Island www.poetscove.com
Telephone: 1-800-663-2899
Charts: 3313, 3477, 3441
VHF 68

Fulford Harbour Marina
5-2810 Fulford-Ganges Road
Salt Spring Island
Telephone: (250) 653-4467
Charts: 3313, 3478, 3441/2, 3462
VHF 68

Ganges Marina
161 Lower Ganges Road
Salt Spring Island
Telephone: (250)537-5242
Charts: 3313, 3442, 3462/3, 3478
VHF 68

Salt Spring Marina
124 Upper Ganges Road
Salt Spring Island
Telephone: (250)537-5810
Charts: 3313, 3442, 3462/3, 3478
VHF 09

Montague Harbour Marina
RR #1
Galiano Island
Telephone: (250)539-5733
galiano@islandnet.com
Charts: 3313, 3442, 3462,
3463, 3473
VHF 68

Thetis Island Marina
Harbour Road
Thetis Island www.thetisisland.com
Telephone: (250) 246-3464
marina@ThetisIsland.com
Charts: 3313, 3477, 3442/43
VHF 68

Telegraph Harbour Marina
Thetis Island www.telegraphharbour.com
V0R 2Y0
Telephone: (250) 246-9511
boating@telegraphharbour.com
Charts: 3313, 3477, 3442/3

Cowichan Region

Genoa Bay Marina
5100 Genoa Bay Road
Duncan http://www.genoabaymarina.com/
Telephone: (250) 746-7621
Charts: 3313, 3441, 3442, 3478
VHF 68

E-mail: info@genoabaymarina.com
ben@genoabaymarina.com
will@genoabaymarina.com

Maple Bay Marina
6145 Genoa Bay Road
Duncan www.maplebaymarina.comor email info@maplebaymarina.com
Telephone: (250) 746-8482
Charts: 3313, 3478, 3442
VHF 68

Pier 6 Marina
1745 Cowichan Bay
Cowichan Bay
Telephone: (250) 748-8444

Central Island

Nanaimo Harbour City Marina
1250 Stuart Avenue
Nanaimo www.nanaimohcm.comand email info@harbourcitymarina.com
Telephone: (250) 754-2732
Charts: 3313, 3463, 3457/8

Townsite Marina
20 Townsite Road
Nanaimo www.townsitemarina.comor email townsitemarina@shaw.ca
Telephone: (250) 716-8801
Charts: 3313, 3443, 3457/8

Beachcomber Marina
1600 Byrnmari
Nanoose Bay
Telephone: (250) 468-7222
Charts: 3512, 3459
VHF 16, 68

Pacific Rim

Bamfield Kingfisher Marina
Bamfield
Telephone: (250) 728-3228
Charts: 3671, 3646

Clutesi Haven Marina
5104 River Road
Port Alberni
Telephone: (250) 724-6837
Chart: 3668

Tofino Harbour Authority
40 Fourth Street
Tofino
Telephone: (250) 725-4441
E-Mail: tofhar@island.net

North Central

Comox Bay Marina
1805 Beaufort Avenue
Comox
Telephone: (250) 339-2930

Blackfin Marina
1805 Beaufort Avenue
Comox
Telephone: (250) 339-4664

Discovery Harbour Marina
1400 Weiwaikum Road
Campbell River
Telephone: (250) 287-2614
dhm@oberon.ark.com
Charts: 3539/40 VHF 73

Browns Bay Marina
Campbell River
Telephone: (250) 286-3135
Charts: 3540, 3513

North Island

Telegraph Cove Marina
Telegraph Cove
Telephone: (250) 928-3161
tcv@island.net
Charts: 3546 VHF 73

Alert Bay Boat Harbour
Alert Bay
Telephone: (250) 974-5727
boatharbour@alertbay.ca
Charts: 3546 VHF 73

Port Hardy Harbour Authority
6655 Hardy Bay Road
Port Hardy
Telephone: (250) 949-6332
Chart: 3548 VHF 73

Chemainus Parks & Recreation

Community Parks
1. Chemainus Ball Park
2. Fuller Lake Arena
3. Fuller Lake Park
4. Heritage Park
5. Kinsmen Park
6. Pioneer Park
7. Sherman Road Park
8. Waterwheel & Cenotaph

Neighbourhood Parks
1. Alan Wilson Park
2. Art Mann Park
3. Crofton Beach Park
4. Gerry Smith Park
5. Properties Park


Play Lots
1. Carmel Drive Park
2. Coronation Hill Park
3. Harmony Estates Park
4. Hawkes Park
5. Kin Beach Park
6. Larkspur Drive Park
7. Mayo Park
8. Moorfield Park