Nanaimo

Nanaimo

Nanaimo (population: 78,692) is located on the east side of Vancouver Island, along the Strait of Georgia. It is Vancouver Island's second-largest city; its central location makes it a good jumping-off point for exploring central Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. The climate is one of the mildest and sunniest in Canada, while the scenery is quintessentially Vancouver Island: temperate coastal rainforests, sparkling ocean and majestic mountain ranges. Nanaimo also enjoys a reputation as a home for creative and artistic personalities. They contribute to the character of the city's eclectic Harbour Front area and its laid-back island lifestyle in general.