News from Nanaimo, BC, Canada and beyond, 23 June.
BC Ferries has launched its summer schedule with additional sailings and staff, but warns customers of possible cancellations due to crew shortages.
BC Ferries launched its summer schedule Thursday by adding more sailings and staff, but warns customers to expect some cancellations.
The company has added more than 1,200 staff in the past year, but is still facing a shortage of professional mariners and backup crews in key positions.
Customers are advised to book in advance, consider off peak travel times, and check the company's website or app for up-to-date information on ferry schedules and conditions.
2. The Tom Harris Charity Classic, an annual golf tournament, raises money for local nonprofits in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
NANAIMO - A golf tournament continuing the work of a late philanthropic Nanaimo business legend has taken on a...
3. Jessica Michalofsky, who lost her son to toxic drugs, is running across the province to raise awareness and support for safe supply.
NANAIMO - A mother who lost her son to illicit toxic drugs is turning her grief and pain into action. Jessica ...
In May 2021, 176 people lost their lives in B.C. due to toxic drugs, highlighting the urgent need for action to address the overdose crisis.
4. Woodgrove Chrysler donated $10,000 to Loaves and Fishes food bank, which was matched by Island Savings for a total contribution of $20,000.
NANAIMO - A crucial summer program bolstering local food security has received a big shot in the arm.A $10,000...
The donation will support the Nanaimo Loaves and Fishes Community Food Bank's Food 4 Summer program, which aims to provide food security during the summer months.
The Food 4 Summer program was created to raise awareness about the year-round need for secure access to food, as donations tend to drop significantly during the summer.
5. The Women of Influence Awards is launching in Nanaimo to celebrate and elevate gender equity by recognizing individuals who bring value to their community.
NANAIMO - A celebration of women, gender diverse, non-binary and two-spirited individuals is coming to the Har...
The event aims to create a platform for diversity and inclusion that involves education, normalization, acceptance, and celebration.
The awards gala will feature 10 categories, including one open to anyone who supports the advancement of others and campaigns for diversity and inclusion, and will be held a week before Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week.
6. Parts of the Titan submersible were found off the coast of Newfoundland in eastern Canada, scattered across the floor of the Atlantic Ocean, likely due to an implosion.
Officials are saying the Titan submersible likely imploded under the pressure of the ocean. One expert explains how this is different from a
