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06/06/2026

The B.C. Drought Portal launched last week, and as of June 1, much of eastern Vancouver Island was already rated at Level 4 out of 5 for drought severity. The affected region stretches from north of Campbell River south to Sooke.

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🎣 Just a Reminder — Family Fishing Day is TOMORROW! 🎣

The Nanaimo Fish & Game Club’s Family Fishing Day is happening Sunday, June 7th, starting at 10:00 AM!

This free event is open to Nanaimo Fish & Game Club members and their related children. Kids can bring their own fishing gear or borrow rods and tackle from us. Remember — the kids do the fishing, while the adults get to tell the fish stories afterward! 😄

We'll have:
🐟 Fishing for the kids
🎁 Fun activities and prizes
🚲 Kids’ bike raffle
🍔 BBQ with hot dogs, burgers, and pop available for just a few dollars
🍬 The famous Candy Cannon
🪶 Fly tying demonstrations by the Island Waters Fly Fishers

Bring the family, enjoy a great day outdoors, and make some lasting memories. We look forward to seeing everyone at the pond!

Tight lines, and see you tomorrow!

06/06/2026

Ladysmith Resident Gives Back Through 2026 Kidney Walk

A Ladysmith resident whose life was transformed by a kidney transplant is now giving back to the organization that helped make that journey possible.

Edie Harrison received a life-saving kidney transplant in November 2025, thanks to the generosity of her cousin and donor, Enneke. Throughout her journey, Harrison was supported by the transplant team at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, as well as numerous family members, friends, and community supporters who helped along the way.

To show appreciation for the care and support she received, Harrison and her family are participating in the Kidney Foundation of Canada Kidney Walk on June 7, 2026. Funds raised through the event support kidney patients, transplant recipients, donors, and their families across British Columbia and Yukon.

Community members are invited to support the team’s fundraising efforts, known as “Edie’s Speedies,” through donations or by joining the walk in person.

Participants will gather at Transfer Beach Playground in Ladysmith at 10 a.m. on June 7 before setting out on the walk.

“The Kidney Foundation was there every step of the way, helping make Edie’s transplant journey possible and successful,” said family members. “This walk is our opportunity to give back and help others facing similar challenges.”

Those interested in supporting the cause can donate to the “Edie’s Speedies” team or attend the event to show their support.

Support the Kidney Foundation Many of you know my mom, Edie Harrison, received a new kidney from her cousin, Enneke, the donor, in November 2025. Edie's journey

06/06/2026

The City of Nanaimo gave developers permission to blast this mountainside just 15 meters from the Rock City Wetland.

See the cedar split-rail fence on the right? That's the wetland boundary.

Beyond it lies a one of a kind pine fen wetland that supports species at risk and feeds the headwaters of Cottle Creek. The wetland depends on the water flowing from this mountain.

Once this landscape is blasted, it's gone forever.

Together we can stop this 🐸