# nanaimo (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover nanaimo. Page: Feed: --- ## [How is The Discourse’s journalism funded?](https://thediscourse.ca/cowichan-valley/how-is-the-discourses-journalism-funded) _2026-08-18 · Lauren Kaljur · The Discourse._ And what does it cost to produce The Discourse's in-depth, independent journalism? The post How is The Discourse’s journalism funded? appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [How do Comox Valley governments and public organizations use AI?](https://thediscourse.ca/comox-valley/how-do-comox-valley-governments-and-public-organizations-use-ai) _2026-08-13 · Eric Richards · The Discourse._ The Discourse reached out to Comox Valley governments and organizations to find out how they are handling the use of AI. The post How do Comox Valley governments and public organizations use AI? appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Behind the backlash to the Cowichan Valley’s comprehensive zoning bylaw](https://thediscourse.ca/cowichan-valley/behind-the-backlash-to-the-cowichan-valley-comprehensive-zoning-bylaw) _2026-08-13 · Eric Richards · The Discourse._ The campaign against Bylaw 4710 was fuelled, in part, by misinformation and an organized group of advocates. What could this mean for the future of local politics? The post Behind the backlash to the Cowichan Valley’s comprehensive zoning bylaw appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Nanaimo Blues Festival brings international headliners and local talent to Maffeo Sutton Park](https://thediscourse.ca/nanaimo/nanaimo-blues-festival-brings-international-headliners-and-local-talent-to-maffeo-sutton-park) _2026-08-05 · Shalu Mehta · The Discourse._ ‘Blues is for everyone,’ says Nanaimo Blues Society president The post Nanaimo Blues Festival brings international headliners and local talent to Maffeo Sutton Park appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [What to do and where to go during extreme heat events in Nanaimo, the Comox Valley and the Cowichan Valley](https://thediscourse.ca/nanaimo/what-to-do-and-where-to-go-during-extreme-heat-events) _2026-07-29 · Shalu Mehta · The Discourse._ A guide to prepare for extreme heat events on Vancouver Island The post What to do and where to go during extreme heat events in Nanaimo, the Comox Valley and the Cowichan Valley appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Snuneymuxw Days shares culture with Nanaimo community](https://thediscourse.ca/nanaimo/snuneymuxw-days-shares-culture-with-nanaimo-community) _2026-07-21 · Mick Sweetman · The Discourse._ Health and wellness event features sport, traditional games and a feast. The post Snuneymuxw Days shares culture with Nanaimo community appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Residents upset with Aspen Road development in Comox](https://thediscourse.ca/comox-valley/residents-upset-with-aspen-road-development-in-comox) _2026-07-16 · Mick Sweetman, Local Journalism Initiative reporter · The Discourse._ Comox councillor says housing development should be balanced with community compassion The post Residents upset with Aspen Road development in Comox appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Cowichan SPCA calls for more foster volunteers as demand for space increases](https://thediscourse.ca/cowichan-valley/cowichan-spca-calls-for-more-volunteers) _2026-07-16 · Eric Richards · The Discourse._ As demand grows for animal shelter space, a team of volunteers and Cowichan SPCA staff are working to make sure animals find a place to call home. The post Cowichan SPCA calls for more foster volunteers as demand for space increases appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Why are nurses in Nanaimo on strike?](https://thediscourse.ca/nanaimo/why-are-nurses-in-nanaimo-on-strike) _2026-07-15 · Mick Sweetman · The Discourse._ Hundreds of nurses and healthcare workers picket Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. The post Why are nurses in Nanaimo on strike? appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Q&A: Palestinian chef brings traditional cooking and food history to Vancouver Island](https://thediscourse.ca/comox-valley/palestinian-chef-brings-traditional-food-history-to-vancouver-island) _2026-07-08 · Eric Richards - Local Journalism Initiative reporter · The Discourse._ Izzeldin Bukhari speaks on the origin of falafel, Gaza’s rummaniyeh and why he sees food as a way to hold on to a culture under threat. The post Q&A: Palestinian chef brings traditional cooking and food history to Vancouver Island appeared first on The Discourse. . ## [Watch Chovy Code Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ynSsmXvWw8MQ) _2026-07-08 · **Sponsored**_ Join live coding streams with real-time collaborative screen sharing, open source and free. ## [Our Currents newsletter for August 2025](https://vancouverislandmentalhealthsociety.org/our-currents-newsletter-for-august-2025/) _2025-08-28 · Kevin Midbo · Vancouver Island Mental Health Society_ Luke Galati’s first-hand account of his mental health-related hospital stay…An artist overcoming physical, emotional, and financial barriers…VIMHS on social media…A look at our work over the past year…International Overdose Awareness Day: One big family, driven by hope…and more… View and/or download a PDF copy ## [VIMHS annual general meeting set for Monday, June 23, 2025](https://vancouverislandmentalhealthsociety.org/vimhs-annual-general-meeting-set-for-monday-june-23-2025/) _2025-06-05 · Kevin Midbo · Vancouver Island Mental Health Society_ The Vancouver Island Mental Health Society (VIMHS) annual general meeting will be held on Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5 p.m. Location: Beban Park Social Centre, 2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo. Please join us! ## [VIMHS thanks Centra Cares for its generous donation](https://vancouverislandmentalhealthsociety.org/vimhs-thanks-centra-cares-for-its-generous-donation/) _2024-12-16 · Kevin Midbo · Vancouver Island Mental Health Society_ Centra Windows has long been committed to helping communities in BC, Alberta, and beyond…through the employee-owned company’s charity, Centra Cares. Vancouver Island Mental Health Society has received a generous $10,000 donation from this wonderful team! On behalf of the people we serve, VIMHS extends its sincere gratitude to Centra. Over the years, Centra Cares has \[…\] ## [Our Currents newsletter for December 2024](https://vancouverislandmentalhealthsociety.org/our-currents-newsletter-for-december-2024/) _2024-12-16 · Kevin Midbo · Vancouver Island Mental Health Society_ In the December 2024 VIMHS Currents newsletter… A few pages from the zine world…Exploring brain injury research…Revisiting the 4 pillars drug strategy…Three sisters share memories, perspectives from growing up with a loved one with schizophrenia…International Overdose Awareness Day in Nanaimo and Victoria…A look at our work over the past year…and more… View and/or download a \[…\]