Protection Island Walk and Pub Lunch – Sept 9.

Date: Wednesday, Sept 9, 2026 Time: Ferry runs on the hour; trip takes 10 minutes Ferry Terminal Location: Waiting room for the ferry is at the corner of Front Street and Promenade Drive, Nanaimo Price: $15.00 (on the day) to cover round trip ferry ride. Cash ONLY. About the Walk: Easy seaview paths and beach…

Report on June Speaker: Ken Neden, Arrowsmith Search and Rescue

Unlikely Destinations – Arrowsmith Ground Search & Rescue (SAR) Ken Neden, SAR Manager of the Arrowsmith Search and Rescue Organization, spoke to a packed house on June 5, 2026. His presentation was engaging – full of historical facts and personal observations. He handled every question (and there were many) with the confidence of a person…

Report on Sail to the Symphony Concert, June 20th.

Each year, PRISMA brings together student musicians and internationally- renowned guest artists for two weeks of orchestral training, masterclasses, and performances, culminating in a series of main-stage concerts in Powell River. Sail to the Symphony June 2026 What a splendid day we had! The weather was a little cool in the morning while waiting for…

Report on May Speaker: William Litchfield, “World Class Cancer Care, Research and Updates with a focus on Vancouver Island”

William Litchfield is the Associate Vice President, Development for Vancouver Island with the BC Cancer Foundation, where he leads fundraising for the new BC Cancer Centre in Nanaimo as well as the Gift and Estate Planning team for the Province. His background spans international development across South America and Africa and senior leadership roles at…