Pickup Truck Popularity and Road Safety
More Canadians are buying trucks over sedans every year. Let’s look at the numbers to see how “safe” trucks really are on our roads.
cars
2 Posts
You Don't Need a License to Walk
We need to rethink how we talk about car accidents involving pedestrians in Nanaimo. Pedestrians are seen as obstacles for drivers who are often driving too fast and are too distracted along roads that are all too wide.
engagement
1 Posts
Nanaimo's Increasing its Housing Options: New Zoning Reform
Nanaimo plans to amend its zoning bylaws to allow more “missing middle” housing. Fill out the survey and have your say! Survey ends on September 29th, 2023. The survey contains a section for each of the four proposed initiatives and will take approximately 5 to 15 minutes to complete, depending on which initiatives you would like to provide feedback on.
features
6 Posts
One Step Forward, Two Giant Steps Back
Despite Nanaimo's own design and safety guidelines advocating for minimizing conflicts between drivers and vulnerable road users, the outcome of the Fifth Street project falls short of creating a truly complete street. The hope remains that future projects, such as the Bruce and Fifth Complete Streets initiatives, will address these concerns and provide safer, more accessible infrastructure for all residents.
Nanaimo's Increasing its Housing Options: New Zoning Reform
Nanaimo plans to amend its zoning bylaws to allow more “missing middle” housing. Fill out the survey and have your say! Survey ends on September 29th, 2023. The survey contains a section for each of the four proposed initiatives and will take approximately 5 to 15 minutes to complete, depending on which initiatives you would like to provide feedback on.
Nanaimo's Missing Middle
A collaborative project with Sidewalking Victoria! Exploring Nanaimo’s diverse missing middle housing; townhomes, rowhomes, walk-ups, dingbats, duplexes, and everything in between! Our best neighbourhoods are those that contain a wide variety of housing forms.
Nanaimo in Motion
Exciting new active transportation corridors are sprouting up throughout our town, reflecting a shift in Nanaimoites' mindset regarding transportation. Furthermore, it is evident that city staff are wholeheartedly dedicated to enhancing our streets for the benefit of all residents.
Pickup Truck Popularity and Road Safety
More Canadians are buying trucks over sedans every year. Let’s look at the numbers to see how “safe” trucks really are on our roads.
You Don't Need a License to Walk
We need to rethink how we talk about car accidents involving pedestrians in Nanaimo. Pedestrians are seen as obstacles for drivers who are often driving too fast and are too distracted along roads that are all too wide.
gallery
1 Posts
Nanaimo's Missing Middle
A collaborative project with Sidewalking Victoria! Exploring Nanaimo’s diverse missing middle housing; townhomes, rowhomes, walk-ups, dingbats, duplexes, and everything in between! Our best neighbourhoods are those that contain a wide variety of housing forms.
housing
3 Posts
Nanaimo's Increasing its Housing Options: New Zoning Reform
Nanaimo plans to amend its zoning bylaws to allow more “missing middle” housing. Fill out the survey and have your say! Survey ends on September 29th, 2023. The survey contains a section for each of the four proposed initiatives and will take approximately 5 to 15 minutes to complete, depending on which initiatives you would like to provide feedback on.
Nanaimo's Missing Middle
A collaborative project with Sidewalking Victoria! Exploring Nanaimo’s diverse missing middle housing; townhomes, rowhomes, walk-ups, dingbats, duplexes, and everything in between! Our best neighbourhoods are those that contain a wide variety of housing forms.
BC Eliminates SF Zoning
Upzoning all of British Columbia will help increase housing diversity, improve housing affordability, and enhance walkability in our cities while preserving neighbourhood character.
infrastructure
3 Posts
One Step Forward, Two Giant Steps Back
Despite Nanaimo's own design and safety guidelines advocating for minimizing conflicts between drivers and vulnerable road users, the outcome of the Fifth Street project falls short of creating a truly complete street. The hope remains that future projects, such as the Bruce and Fifth Complete Streets initiatives, will address these concerns and provide safer, more accessible infrastructure for all residents.
Roundabouts, Fast Ferries, and Downtown Density
There are loads of changes coming to Nanaimo! The Mary Ellen roundabout is now complete in the North End. The Hullo fast ferry is slated to launch in June. And, Nanaimo city council approves new low-rises and condos downtown.
Excitement Grows as Work Continues on the Mary Ellen Drive Roundabout
The roundabout is already seeing use! Drivers and pedestrians can now safely leave the once-notorious Woodgrove Crossing parking lot.
letter
2 Posts
Transit is Good, Actually
The proposed transit exchange in Nanaimo is essential for promoting equity, economic prosperity, and environmental sustainability. Investing in the exchange enhances Nanaimo's livability and productivity. Opposition may not represent the thousands who rely on buses daily. Supporting this initiative aligns with a vision for a more inclusive and accessible city.
Narrow Lanes are Safer
Recent comments made by a Councillor highlights common misunderstandings and myths about road safety. Strong Towns mean safe streets for all, including drivers and pedestrians.
livability
1 Posts
Transit is Good, Actually
The proposed transit exchange in Nanaimo is essential for promoting equity, economic prosperity, and environmental sustainability. Investing in the exchange enhances Nanaimo's livability and productivity. Opposition may not represent the thousands who rely on buses daily. Supporting this initiative aligns with a vision for a more inclusive and accessible city.
mobility
1 Posts
Nanaimo in Motion
Exciting new active transportation corridors are sprouting up throughout our town, reflecting a shift in Nanaimoites' mindset regarding transportation. Furthermore, it is evident that city staff are wholeheartedly dedicated to enhancing our streets for the benefit of all residents.
news
3 Posts
Roundabouts, Fast Ferries, and Downtown Density
There are loads of changes coming to Nanaimo! The Mary Ellen roundabout is now complete in the North End. The Hullo fast ferry is slated to launch in June. And, Nanaimo city council approves new low-rises and condos downtown.
BC Eliminates SF Zoning
Upzoning all of British Columbia will help increase housing diversity, improve housing affordability, and enhance walkability in our cities while preserving neighbourhood character.
Excitement Grows as Work Continues on the Mary Ellen Drive Roundabout
The roundabout is already seeing use! Drivers and pedestrians can now safely leave the once-notorious Woodgrove Crossing parking lot.
pedestrians
1 Posts
You Don't Need a License to Walk
We need to rethink how we talk about car accidents involving pedestrians in Nanaimo. Pedestrians are seen as obstacles for drivers who are often driving too fast and are too distracted along roads that are all too wide.
roads
2 Posts
One Step Forward, Two Giant Steps Back
Despite Nanaimo's own design and safety guidelines advocating for minimizing conflicts between drivers and vulnerable road users, the outcome of the Fifth Street project falls short of creating a truly complete street. The hope remains that future projects, such as the Bruce and Fifth Complete Streets initiatives, will address these concerns and provide safer, more accessible infrastructure for all residents.
Narrow Lanes are Safer
Recent comments made by a Councillor highlights common misunderstandings and myths about road safety. Strong Towns mean safe streets for all, including drivers and pedestrians.
safety
4 Posts
One Step Forward, Two Giant Steps Back
Despite Nanaimo's own design and safety guidelines advocating for minimizing conflicts between drivers and vulnerable road users, the outcome of the Fifth Street project falls short of creating a truly complete street. The hope remains that future projects, such as the Bruce and Fifth Complete Streets initiatives, will address these concerns and provide safer, more accessible infrastructure for all residents.
Narrow Lanes are Safer
Recent comments made by a Councillor highlights common misunderstandings and myths about road safety. Strong Towns mean safe streets for all, including drivers and pedestrians.
Pickup Truck Popularity and Road Safety
More Canadians are buying trucks over sedans every year. Let’s look at the numbers to see how “safe” trucks really are on our roads.
You Don't Need a License to Walk
We need to rethink how we talk about car accidents involving pedestrians in Nanaimo. Pedestrians are seen as obstacles for drivers who are often driving too fast and are too distracted along roads that are all too wide.
transit
1 Posts
Transit is Good, Actually
The proposed transit exchange in Nanaimo is essential for promoting equity, economic prosperity, and environmental sustainability. Investing in the exchange enhances Nanaimo's livability and productivity. Opposition may not represent the thousands who rely on buses daily. Supporting this initiative aligns with a vision for a more inclusive and accessible city.
transportation
2 Posts
Nanaimo in Motion
Exciting new active transportation corridors are sprouting up throughout our town, reflecting a shift in Nanaimoites' mindset regarding transportation. Furthermore, it is evident that city staff are wholeheartedly dedicated to enhancing our streets for the benefit of all residents.
Roundabouts, Fast Ferries, and Downtown Density
There are loads of changes coming to Nanaimo! The Mary Ellen roundabout is now complete in the North End. The Hullo fast ferry is slated to launch in June. And, Nanaimo city council approves new low-rises and condos downtown.