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• Dogs go on tour to help snuff out disease in B.C. Interior hospitals

  03-06-2026 19:33 via nanaimobulletin.com
  A team of dogs are making waves in the B.C. healthcare sector.
  Five specially trained canines put in a shift at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) on Tuesday, June 2, to help mitigate disease in the healthcare centre.
  “We’re doing a tour of the Interior,” said Lale Aksu, assistant manager at the Canines 4 Care program operating out of Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). “We are going from Penticton, Kelowna, Grand Forks, all the way out to Cranbrook, and then Trail and Nelson, th
  
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• Aggressive bear complaints leads to closure of section of Westwood Lake trail

  03-06-2026 23:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  A number of aggressive bear complaints in the Westwood Lake area led to the City of Nanaimo to partially close a two-kilometre section of the Westwood Lake Park trail loop.
  On Tuesday, June 2, the city made the move to close a section of the park and issue a notice over social media, which the city parks and recreation department was the result of recommendations made by the B.C. Conservation Service.
  “There have been many recent bear sightings in parks (in the area) and bear signage was a
  
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• 4 B.C. defenders on Canada’s 26-man roster for FIFA World Cup

  03-06-2026 21:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Four soccer players with B.C. roots are named to Canada’s 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a five-week tournament played in Canada, Mexico and United States starting Thursday, June 11.
  National team head coach Jesse Marsch confirmed his player selections May 29, two weeks ahead of Canada’s first match June 12 in Toronto.
  B.C.-raised players on the roster are all defenders — Niko Sigur, 22, of Burnaby (Hadjuk Split pro team), Alistair Johnston, 27, of Vancouver (Celtic
  
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• Fire at Ladysmith Secondary closes school Wednesday, June 3

  03-06-2026 20:56 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Ladysmith Secondary School was closed on Wednesday, June 3 following a fire the night before that appears to have started in a computer lab.
  Ladysmith Fire/Rescue and members of the North Oyster Fire/Rescue department responded to the blaze on Tuesday, June 2 at around 6 p.m.
  Ladysmith Ambulance Service was also on the scene along with BC Hydro crews, in case power needed to be turned off. It’s reported that no students were in the building at the time and a custodian said the fire was dis
  
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• ‘Used to bring a family back together’: B.C. SAR volunteer finds missing dog after 4 days

  03-06-2026 20:44 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Four days after going missing following a serious car crash, an Australian Shepherd named Daisy has been reunited with her family, safe and sound thanks to a Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) volunteer.
  ​The dog vanished on Saturday, May 30, after her family vehicle was involved in a rollover incident near Big White Ski Resort.
  ​“Daisy has been found,” said family relative Annelilse Freeman on Facebook on Tuesday night, June 2.
  ​“She did circle back t
  
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• Penticton joins B.C. lawsuit against makers of ‘forever chemicals’

  03-06-2026 20:42 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Penticton is set to be a class representative in a B.C. lawsuit against the makers of so-called “forever chemicals” that the province says are involved in contamination of drinking-water systems.
  By joining the national suit, filed in June 2024 with the B.C. Supreme Court, the City of Penticton will represent municipalities and ensure the “experience and evidence of local governments is included as the case moves forward,” according to the province.
  The defendants are man
  
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• Nanaimo car repair shop’s bay door badly damaged in theft of vehicle

  03-06-2026 20:15 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Precise Mechanical Repairs’ Applecross location in Nanaimo saw extensive damage to one of its bay doors after thieves broke in and stole a car in the early morning hours of June 2.
  Owner Jeff Whitworth said at approximately 4:30 a.m., the shop’s security video recorded two men in a red Nissan X-Trail pulling up to the door.
  He said they used a blunt object to punch through the glass on the door and let themselves into the garage.
  Whitworth said the men went immediately to the 2006 Si
  
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• Island mother pedals 1,000 kilometres for childhood cancer fundraiser

  03-06-2026 20:15 via nanaimobulletin.com
  A Victoria mother whose son has spent more than two years undergoing treatment for leukemia is preparing to cycle more than 1,000 kilometres across Vancouver Island to support families facing childhood cancer.
  Jen Millar will join eight other cyclists in this month’s End2End relay, a non-stop fundraising ride for the Island Kids Cancer Association (IKCA). The team will travel from Victoria to Port Hardy and back between June 16 and 18, covering more than 1,000 kilometres in less than 48 ho
  
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• Car repair shop’s bay door badly damaged in theft of vehicle

  03-06-2026 20:15 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Precise Mechanical Repairs’ Applecross location in Nanaimo saw extensive damage to one of its bay doors after thieves broke in and stole a car in the early morning hours of June 2.
  Owner Jeff Whitworth said at approximately 4:30 a.m., the shop’s security video recorded two men in a red Nissan X-Trail pulling up to the door.
  He said they used a blunt object to punch through the glass on the door and let themselves into the garage.
  Whitworth said the men went immediately to the 2006 Si
  
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• ‘Gender apartheid’: B.C. march pushes online learning for Afghan women

  03-06-2026 20:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Following 9/11, U.S. President George W. Bush signed a joint resolution authorizing the use of force against those responsible for the Sept. 11 attacks. This later became the legal basis for the Bush administration’s decision to take measures against terrorism, including the invasion of Afghanistan.
  Two decades later, with the death toll rising to over 176,000 people, including Afghan civilians, military personnel and American forces, the U.S. withdrew from the Central Asian country, leavi
  
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• Cowichan resident completes 5-year, $25K fundraiser for cardiac monitor

  03-06-2026 19:51 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Wanda Smith was determined to pay it forward and after almost five years, she’s reached her $25,000 goal, which will purchase a new cardiac monitor for the Quw’utsun Valley Hospital.
  It all started on Jan. 24, 2018, Smith said. She was working for the provincial government at the time and was leading a conference in Richmond for 25 out-of-town employees. Even though she wasn’t feeling well when she woke up that morning, she put in a workout, ordered room service, and started th
  
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• Most crash-prone intersection in Nanaimo keeps crown in 2025

  03-06-2026 19:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  The old Island Highway-Bowen-Norwell intersection has maintained its record in 2025 for being the intersection in Nanaimo.
  According to ICBC data, there were 66 crashes reported at the intersection in 2025, a slight decline from 73 in 2024. Second place also remained the same, going to the old Island Highway, Aulds Road and Hammond Bay Road intersection, which saw 65 crashes, down from 72.The old Island Highway at Rutherford and Mostar roads intersection, which took top spot in 2023, with 73 cra
  
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• Governments invest $355 million for planting 125 million trees in B.C.

  03-06-2026 19:05 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Surrounded by hundreds of thousands of saplings at Western Forest Products in Central Saanich, the Ministry of Forests announced the provincial and federal governments will be investing more than $355 million towards reforestation programs that will plant more than 125 million trees.
  Reforestation is crucial to B.C. forestry, says Western Forest Products CEO Steven Hofer, with their saplings not only replacing harvested trees, but also donated to habitat restoration and wildfire recovery.
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• B.C.’s forest friends converge in Vernon

  03-06-2026 19:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Community forest leaders, partners and supporters from throughout the province are meeting in Vernon this week.
  The BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA) will hold its 2026 Conference and AGM from June 3 to 5 to connect, collaborate, and explore the challenges and opportunities for community forests in the years ahead.
  This year, attendees will also tour the Monashee Community Forest, a partnership of the Splatsin First Nation and the Village of Lumby.
  “We are looking forward to welcomin
  
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• Julie Ann Paul

  03-06-2026 18:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Feb 01, 1948 (Toronto, Ont.) – Apr 12, 2026 (Nanaimo, B.C.)
  Julie was a charismatic and creative woman whose home was full of color, her own creations and the art from those she knew. Many would associate her with style and fashion, always coordinated and on point. She was generous with people on the streets. A kind and thoughtful person striving to care for others in her own unique way. Julie did not speak of love but believed more in the action of caring. She leaves behind her brother Br
  
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• With donations cold in summer, Nanaimo food bank hopes to heat things up

  03-06-2026 17:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank has launched its summer fundraising campaign and stands to double money raised this year.
  In a press release, the non-profit, which recovers food and services 44 communities across Vancouver Island, announced its Food 4 Summer 2026 drive is on until July 31, with Island Savings matching total donations up to $10,000.
  “The Island Savings matching gift creates a powerful incentive for the Nanaimo community to give now,” the press release stated. &l
  
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• Christine Norris

  03-06-2026 17:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  In loving memory ~
  December 31, 1946 – May 27, 2026
  It is with heavy hearts and a lifetime of love that we announce the gentle passing of Christine Norris.
  Born in Montreal to Leonard and Christina Chapman, along with her two sisters Janet Allen and Karen MacDermot. She is predeceased by her sister Janet (Ed) and daughter Adrienne. She is survived by her husband Glen, her sister Karen (Pat), her sons Christopher (Christine) and Timothy (Jessica), and her grandchildren Quinten (20), Asher (
  
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• Nanoose Bay intersections worst for crashes, injuries in PQB area

  03-06-2026 15:35 via nanaimobulletin.com
  The worst intersection in the PQB area (in terms of motor vehicles accidents) was at Island Highway East and Northwest Bay Road in Nanoose Bay, according to ICBC collision statistics for 2025.
  That location saw a major increase in crashes at 17 (five included injuries), compared to the eight recorded in 2024.
  Close behind was Alberni Highway, Island Highway East and Morison Avenue in Parksville, with 15 collisions, four of which resulted in injury. That intersection was No. 1 in 2024, with 16 in
  
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• Notice of Intention to Dispose of Abandoned Manufactured Home (1971 General Standard)

  03-06-2026 15:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Notice to: Steven Turner, former tenant/occupant; and the Estate of Deborah Florence Emma Humme; and any executor, administrator, beneficiary, creditor, lienholder, secured party, or any other person claiming an interest in the manufactured home.
  Address where The Manufactured Home is located and being stored: Site #14, Parklane Mobile Home Park, 971 Douglas Avenue, Nanaimo, V9R 6C1.
  Landlord: Parklane MHP, located at 971 Douglas Avenue, Nanaimo, V9R 6C1.
  Manufactured Home: 1971 General Standard
  
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• City of Nanaimo to examine its noise bylaw

  03-06-2026 14:30 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Nanaimo’s city staff will review the noise bylaws of other communities in B.C. and report back to council on what can be done to limit noise from construction sites.
  Council unanimously made that motion, which was put forward by Coun. Paul Manley, at its meeting on Monday, June 1.
  Manley said the city has received a number of noise complaints from construction sites, particularly around rock smashing using hydraulic excavators, adding that the noise associated with the work sometimes takes
  
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• Canada finishes second behind Mexico at Thunderbird Nations Cup

  03-06-2026 14:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  At the CSIO4* Nations Cup at Thunderbird Show Park, top spot may have slipped just out of reach for Canada, but the team still finished with the support of a strong leader.
  Mexico won on 12 faults, with Canada second on 16, followed by the United States (17), Ireland (20), and Australia (30).
  For Canada’s chef d’équipe Ian Millar, the Nations Cup is about structure, pressure, and teamwork.
  “There is zero room for error. I mean one mistake and you’re out,” Mil
  
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• Vancouver Island school wins third B.C. girls rugby sevens title in 5 years

  03-06-2026 06:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Claremont Secondary School’s grip on B.C. girls rugby sevens shows no signs of loosening.
  The Saanich program captured its third provincial title on May 29 at the 2026 B.C. Girls Rugby Sevens Championships in Abbotsford, which ran from May 28 to 29.
  Claremont blanked Langley Secondary School 37-0 in the gold medal game.
  View this post on InstagramA post shared by BC School Sports (@bcschoolsports)Since the tournament launched in 2022, Claremont has reached the podium every year, collecting
  
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• Truck smashes through Parksville jeweller’s window in break-in attempt

  03-06-2026 03:15 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Thieves used a truck to smash through the front window of a Parksville jeweller, but walked away empty-handed.
  An reportedly stolen truck was used to break through the window of John Derek Designer Jewellers, according to Oceanside RCMP, and the investigation is ongoing.
  “There was no jewellery taken. I’ve been in this business 40 years,” said John Derek, owner. “I never allow jewellery in my store after closing.”
  When Derek arrived at the shop early in the morning
  
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• Regional District of Nanaimo approves Next Generation 911 contracts for Qualicum Beach, Parksville and Lantzville

  03-06-2026 03:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  The Regional District of Nanaimo’s board have unanimously approved Next Generation 911 contracts for the Town of Qualicum Beach, the City of Parksville, and the District of Lantzville.
  The regional district approved the motion on May 26 during a board meeting. In a staff report made to the board in the very same day, it had gone into detail about the transitions of 911 services within Canada overall.
  The hope, according to the report, is that the systems could be built to eventually have r
  
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• Centrists regroup and Rustad weighs future under new B.C. Conservative Leader

  03-06-2026 02:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  As the dust settles on the B.C. Conservative leadership race, one of the first tasks for party Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is to figure out how to secure a seat in the legislature for herself through a byelection.
  But she’ll need a seat to open up.
  On Tuesday, former party leader John Rustad didn’t rule out stepping down himself to clear a path for her in a safe riding. Rustad represents Nechako Lakes in Northern B.C., which he won handily, defeating the NDP’s Murphy Abraham 67.
  
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• Vancouver Island police seek suspects after victim loses $10K to scam

  03-06-2026 01:45 via nanaimobulletin.com
  Saanich police are asking for the public’s help to identify two suspects after a Victoria resident lost more than $10,000 in an alleged fraud scheme.
  According to police, the victim received several phone calls from individuals claiming to be representatives of their bank. The callers warned of a supposed security breach and convinced the victim to provide banking and phone information.
  Investigators say the suspects used the information to disable the victim’s SIM card and gain acce
  
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• Bodies of 2 paddleboarders recovered from lake near Squamish

  03-06-2026 01:07 via nanaimobulletin.com
  RCMP say the bodies of two paddleboarders have been recovered from a lake near Squamish.
  Two people were reported to have fallen from their paddleboard on Browning Lake on May 30, Sea to Sky RCMP said in a news release Tuesday (June 2). Police received a report around 3 p.m. that day that two people had gone paddleboarding at the lake, which is within Murrin Provincial Park, and they did not resurface.
  Police said a search was started immediately, with Squamish Search and Rescue, B.C. Conservati
  
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• Next phase of Commercial Street construction project planned for 2028

  03-06-2026 01:00 via nanaimobulletin.com
  The next phase for the City of Nanaimo’s Commercial Street construction project is now scheduled for 2028.
  Council members were updated by staff on what infrastructure projects are planned in the coming years at the finance and audit committee meeting on May 20.
  The second, approximately $9.1-million, phase of the Commercial Street project scheduled for 2028 includes replacing the Harbour Front Parkade’s waterproof membrane under Diana Krall Plaza.
  Staff said the city plans to hold c
  
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• Vancouver Canucks sign Russian forward, first signing by GM Ryan Johnson

  03-06-2026 00:40 via nanaimobulletin.com
  The Vancouver Canucks have signed Russian forward Ilya Safonov to a one-year, two-way contract.
  This is the first player signing for the newly appointed Canucks general manager, Ryan Johnson, who believes the 25-year-old can compete at the NHL level.
  “Ilya had a solid year in Russia and a strong playoff. We like his size and player profile, and he will be given every opportunity to compete for a spot at training camp,” said Johnson following the signing.
  Safonov played 68 games with
  
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• Memories made for fan struck in the head by flying puck at Memorial Cup in Kelowna

  03-06-2026 00:36 via nanaimobulletin.com
  After being struck in the head by a puck during the Memorial Cup tournament in Kelowna, hockey fan Dave Bellew is well on his way to making a full recovery.
  ​The Kitchener native who now calls Kelowna home was taking in some of the action at Prospera Place on Tuesday, May 27, with his family when a puck came flying into the stands during the third period of play between the Kitchener Rangers and the Chicoutimi Saguenéens.
  ​Bellew was holding his toddler son Cohen at the time o
  
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