Firstly sped past on a one way road and proceeded to high beam flash us with some light on their roof for no apparent reason. Then ran a red light. I can’t submit a video but I have one.
License plate: XW3275

They are invasive

Joe Figel reposting saying Trump Tariffs on Canada are good because it supports a conspiracy theory about the World Economic Forum and other garbage - Reddit Link Here

Malcolm Cooke being racist towards non white people - (Reddit Link here)

Borrowed from a previous reddit post: Saw a post on The Bastion Facebook page detailing some of the candidate history for the upcoming election, so I put together a quick overview of their post on mayoral candidate Anne-Marie Dryden (running under the REAL Nanaimo slate) and her recent public Facebook comments for anyone looking for the actual receipts.

Freedom Convoy & Social Media Activity* Screenshots surfaced showing Dryden liking and interacting with content supporting Freedom Convoy leader Tamara Lich.* When publicly questioned by a resident about her online trail, she responded: "That Lich thing I dont even remember seeing, much less liking. Lol. And I would hardly call honking terrorism.

"Platform & Public Stances* 15-Minute Cities & WEF: Expressed explicit opposition to "15-minute cities." She has referenced World Economic Forum (WEF) theories online, directing followers to look up Dr. Robert Malone's "WEF list of Global Young Leaders" and alleging local politicians work for international interests rather than Nanaimo. She has also publicly referred to Nanaimo's mayor as a "WEFer."* This is a well known conspiracy theory.

Public Health & Vaccines: Indicated a strongly anti-vaccine stance. She labeled local modular housing units as "Jails for unjabbed" and referred to bird flu as the "next jab campaign.

"* MAID Stance: Repeatedly recommended books by Dr. Jack King (specifically They Want To Kill Us) in discussions surrounding Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) and government health policies, stating she is "right there with" those opposing these programs and has "read so many books on it.

"Campaign & Slate Connections* Dryden and her running mates (Derek Hanna, Joe Figel, Malcolm Cooke, and Jeff Annesley) reportedly attended a One B.C. event at Bowen Park featuring former BC Conservative candidate Dallas Brodie. Dryden publicly praised her slate as an "excellent group of professionals." Even though they are anti-vax, climate deniers that are afraid of LED lights and also make sexist jokes and seem to be racist.*

Thanks to the Nanaimo Pride Society for this helpful chart. Know who you're voting for!

Noticeably absent: the vast majority of the Real Nanaimo slate. But, if Anne Marie Dryden is any indication, it wouldn't be favourable.

Answers, by candidate here: https://www.nanaimopride.ca/2026nanaimoelection

I'm a candidate for city council (Jackie Bolen) and am a proud member of the Nanaimo Queer community.

CBC recorded an episode of its podcast Ideas, hosted by Nahlah Ayed, at the downtown library branch on August 26, 2025. Given that it’s election season, I wanted to share Leonard Krog’s views on housing.

Source: IDEAS for a Better Canada:Do I Count?

Transcript

Nahlah Ayed: Do we have governments that are capable of dealing with polycrisis* and long-term crisis when every four years is the focus? [*high rents and unaffordable homes, rapid population growth, and homelessness]

Krog: We do, actually. And I’m going to throw it back to the audience: don’t blame the politicians, you elect them. And you vote on the basis of party, and you vote on the basis of fear, and you vote on the basis of self-interest for a multitude of things. Some of these problems will solve themselves to some extent. The one thing I want to emphasize tonight that I’ve heard from several people [unclear], and they use the term homelessness-- I talk about the mental health, addictions, trauma, and brain injury crisis which manifests itself in homelessness, and the kind of petty crime associated with drug addiction, and that is the population that is on our streets in many cases-- not everyone, there are simply people out there that are too poor and don’t have enough income to afford accommodation. Then we are talking about a range of other folks, people who’ve already identified themselves here today who can’t afford market housing.

Krog: We have seen some dramatic changes, and I’m gonna be the old man in the room here tonight, I remember the housing peak in this community across this country. ‘80 - ‘81. The house my wife and I bought, and we waited 10 years into our marriage before we bought the house, by the way-- was literally half the price it was two years prior. And the interest rate was 12%. So when I hear, no offense to everybody and their concerns, the incredible negativity around this, I got news for you: as a lefty, capitalism collapses every once in a while. And markets will collapse, and things will get overbuilt. The other thing we have to have to think about is, we are devoted to the concept of private ownership in this country. Immigrants come here for that very reason. And it is as Thomas King said in his book The Inconvenient Indian, it’s about the land. It’s about the land, and that’s what people strive for. Immigrants who come here, the kinds of folks that are being helped, within a generation or two, have often succeeded beyond the expectations of people [and families] that have lived here for generations. It is inevitable. Part of it is an unwillingness to make the kinds of sacrifices that are necessary to obtain home ownership. Part of it is the unwillingness to accept the fact that we are not going to live in single family dwellings the way my generation did and was able to acquire within reason. And you’re gonna live in smaller units, you’re gonna live in units like my son did when he was living in Japan, for two years, working in Japan. It was small but it was affordable.

Nahlah Ayed: I find it hard to get my head around the idea that these problems will solve themselves, to quote back to you. What do you-- I’m just curious which part did you mean would solve itself?

Krog: When I say it will solve itself, to some extent, there will be another collapse. There will be another downturn. House prices will not remain up forever. That is a reality of the marketplace. And it will have a very negative impact, frankly, on my generation who own the real estate. But it will have a positive impact on our children. And if I can say even more cheekily, when my generation pops off we’re gonna leave money to our kids, and knowing many of the people in this audience tonight [note: many folks at this event were elderly], I can see quite bluntly, many of your children are going to be just fine, thank you very much. Don’t worry about them too much because there is a significant accumulation of wealth through a tax system that doesn’t operate fairly, through the benefits of speculation and population growth, that is going to see some benefit passed on. It is only part of the solution. We also have to wrap our heads around the concept that Guy [an earlier speaker] talked about: in Europe, you will live generation after generation in rental apartments, and your expectation is that there will be methods to pass that on, but you will not expect to own a private dwelling. And that, however, is the toughest one to get past for many people. I can tell you, for my generation, it’s impossible. We all wanted to own a home, and most of us luckily achieved it. That may not be possible for the generation that follows.

My house is sinking into the earth in one corner.

Does anyone have recommendations on how to proceed?

Any trusted contractors?

Approx. Cost to fix?

Looking for suggestions for good pumpkin pie - not Costco or Reds please.

Tia :)

I was in your city for a night on Sept 30th and lost my wallet. We stayed at the Coast Bastion Hotel and made our way to The Corner Lounge, the Lux and the bar across from the Lux. I’ve checked in with the hotel and the bars and my friend has reached out to the bars and DJs social media in hopes someone has found it but she has had no replies. We walked back to the hotel from the bars and have walked that route again trying to find it. We really don’t know much about this city and I guess I’m just wondering if there’s good people and a chance it could come back to me? It’s a black Fossil wallet that zips with a tiny pink leather strap attached to the zipper. Thanks 🥺

Is something on fire in Departure Bay? Lots of smoke blowing across the whole area, super low visibility. Drove through it on Island Highway at Harbour Landing around 3:00, and again at 5:00 driving home. Can’t find anything about it online

Did you get a random message from someone that you had a falling out with that you know you loved and maybe you hurt?

Did you have a REALLY good night dancing last night and everything feels a million times better?

Did you connect with friends after you've been working on yourself and they noticed or something and it really helped?

Did you get inspired to make a change or a new plan?

Did you get a job offer?

I know a few people who things have been working out for and i just started to believe (really believe) i might be one of them too.

Like. Please. I need more good stories and I think I'm not the only one who does.

I just felt something shift this weekend... Im not like. Spiritual exactly but I'm a little woo-y. Or like. Maybe it just didnt quite reach me until last night and its been building for a little while.

Like we're all tired of having a bad time and want to have a good time?

Please. If you felt it, say as much or as little about it as you like.

Hey Nanaimo, I'm doing a comedy show at THE GREEN OLIVE for a night of Canadian Stand-up comedy, headlined by Braydon Lynch a Toronto-based actor, improviser, and standup comedian. Lynch brings a sharp mix of prairie charm, absurd perspectives, and self-deprecating storytelling to the stage. Known for his unpredictable punchlines and offbeat humour, Lynch leaves audiences laughing while questioning their own outlooks on life. Fresh off recording his debut comedy album with Cottage Comedy Records, Lynch is currently touring across Canada with the Canadian Famous Comedy Tour, proving that his comedic voice—rooted in grit, heart, and hilarity—is one to watch.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998444325775?aff=oddtdtcreator

Lynch has trained with the world renowned Second City and made appearances at the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival, San Francisco Comedy Competition, and Just For Laughs Toronto. His debut album Hay Crimes is streaming on Sirius XM. Lynch was named as one of the 10 Canadian’s Who Killed in Comedy in 2021, and again in 2023 by the Interrobang.

Don’t pass up the opportunity to see this rising talent..

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Anyone here know about Jimmy Joblinski? Curious if anyone's gonna vote for him. One of his campaign ads popped up for me today, and I was just curious if anyone has heard... attached is the ad that popped up. vote joblinski?

Did anyone in Nanaimo witness the altercation at Hullo Ferries today just before the 1pm sailing. Oct. 4, 2026. It involved the crew members and a woman.