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SUMMARY:Spotlight on Healthcare (Presented by Nananimo Foundation) | November 27\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be part of Spotlight on Healthcare\, an event hosted by Nanaimo Foundation on Thursday\, November 27! \n  \nThis free community event is all about conversation\, connection\, and impact. Stop by to meet local health-focused charities and organizations and learn about the amazing work happening right here in Nanaimo\, Ladysmith\, and on Gabriola Island. \n  \nDate: Thursday\, November 27\, 2025 \nTime: 2:30–4:30 PM \nLocation: Wellington Hall\, 3922 Corunna Ave\, Nanaimo
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/spotlight-on-healthcare-nov-27/
LOCATION:Wellington Hall\, 3922 Corunna Ave\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20250925T000536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T181659Z
UID:5191-1760639400-1760643000@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Fair Care Town Hall - October 16 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nOne year later…WE’RE STILL WAITING! \n  \nLast year David Eby promised to bring a new hospital tower and catheterization lab to the Central-Island community. One year later\, there has been no engagement to fulfill his promises.  \n  \nFair Care Town Hall Event  \nDate: Thursday\, October 16th \nTime: 6:30 \nLocation: Nanoose Community Centre (2925 NW Bay Road\, Nanoose Bay) \n \nWhat to expect \n\nHear updates on the promises\nBehind the scenes information from the Fair Care Alliance\nSpeeches from doctors inside NRGH\nLet your voice be heard!\n\n\nRSVP on the Facebook Event linked here. \nCan’t make it in person? Join the live stream virtually! \nUse this link to access the live stream at 6:30 PM\, via YouTube.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/fair-care-town-hall-october-16-2025/
LOCATION:2925 Northwest Bay Road\, Nanoose Bay\, BC\, Canada\, British Columbia V9P 9J9\, 2925 Northwest Bay Road\, Nanoose Bay\, British Columbia\, V9P 9J9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20241122T204634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T204634Z
UID:4911-1738396800-1738429200@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:RALLY AT THE LEGISLATURE - FEBRUARY 2025
DESCRIPTION:More info coming soon…
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/rally-at-the-legislature-february-2025/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20241004T183751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241012T180157Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT!!! HEALTHCARE FORUM #2 - NANOOSE BAY
DESCRIPTION:Understand the need for better healthcare on Central & North Vancouver Island. \n  \nHealthcare Forum #2 \nVenue: Fairwinds Golf Course (​​3730 Fairwinds Dr\, Nanoose Bay\, BC) \nDate: October 17th\, 2024 \nTime: 4:00pm \n  \nNOTICE: This is a by RSVP ONLY event. This event is now SOLD OUT. If you did not get a confirmation\, you will not be admitted to the event.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/healthcare-forum-2-nanoose-bay/
LOCATION:Fairwinds Golf Course\, 3730 Fairwinds Dr\, Nanoose Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20241004T184736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T184759Z
UID:4742-1728576000-1728579600@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! HEALTHCARE FORUM #1 - NANOOSE BAY
DESCRIPTION:EVENT SOLD OUT! PLEASE RSVP FOR HEALTHCARE FORUM #2 ON OCT 17TH! \n  \nUnderstand the need for better healthcare on Central & North Vancouver Island. \n  \nHealthcare Forum #1 \nVenue: Fairwinds Golf Course (​​3730 Fairwinds Dr\, Nanoose Bay\, BC) \nDate: October 10th\, 2024 \nTime: 4:00pm \n  \n 
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/sold-out-healthcare-forum-1-nanoose-bay/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240919T172614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T172614Z
UID:4623-1727982000-1727987400@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo – Gabriola Electoral District "2024 All Candidate Forum"
DESCRIPTION:Between September 25-October 3\, 2024\, the RDN and NRHD will be co-hosting four all candidates forums: one for each of the Provincial electoral districts that overlaps the RDN regional boundaries. \n  \nThese Forum’s will provide an opportunity for the public to see their regions candidates answer questions that will include the topics that are most popular with residents in their specified region. \n  \nAttend a forum nearest you to learn more about the candidates in your riding and their platforms in this election. \n  \nNanaimo – Gabriola Electoral District \nWhen: Thursday\, October 3\, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. \nWhere: The Nanaimo Curling Club\, 106 Wall Street\, Nanaimo \nMLA Candidates: \n\nSheila Malcolmson – BC NDP\nDale Parker – BC Conservatives\nShirley Lambrecht – BC Green Party
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanaimo-gabriola-electoral-district-2024-all-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:The Nanaimo Curling Club\, 106 Wall Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 1Z7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240919T172325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T172325Z
UID:4619-1727895600-1727901000@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo - Lantzville Electoral District "2024 All Candidate Forum"
DESCRIPTION:Between September 25-October 3\, 2024\, the RDN and NRHD will be co-hosting four all candidates forums: one for each of the Provincial electoral districts that overlaps the RDN regional boundaries. \n  \nThese Forum’s will provide an opportunity for the public to see their regions candidates answer questions that will include the topics that are most popular with residents in their specified region. \n  \nAttend a forum nearest you to learn more about the candidates in your riding and their platforms in this election. \n  \nNanaimo – Lantzville Electoral District \nWhen: Wednesday\, October 2\, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. \nWhere: Wellington Secondary School\, 3135 Mexicana Road\, Nanaimo \nMLA Candidates: \n\nGeorge Anderson – BC NDP\nGwen O’Mahony – BC Conservatives\nLia Versaevel – BC Green Party
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanaimo-lantzville-electoral-district-2024-all-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Wellington Secondary School\, 3135 Mexicana Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9T 2W8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240916T234412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T171838Z
UID:4591-1727377200-1727382600@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Ladysmith - Oceanside Electoral District "2024 All Candidate Forum"
DESCRIPTION:Between September 25-October 3\, 2024\, the RDN and NRHD will be co-hosting four all candidates forums: one for each of the Provincial electoral districts that overlaps the RDN regional boundaries. \n  \nThese Forum’s will provide an opportunity for the public to see their regions candidates answer questions that will include the topics that are most popular with residents in their specified region. \n  \nAttend a forum nearest you to learn more about the candidates in your riding and their platforms in this election. \n  \nLadysmith – Oceanside Electoral District \nWhen: Thursday\, September 26\, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. \nWhere: Tigh-Na-Mara Resort (Walbran Room)\, 1155 Resort Drive\, Parksville \nMLA Candidates: \n\nStephanie Higginson – BC NDP\nBrett Fee – BC Conservatives\nAdam Walker – Independent
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/ladysmith-oceanside-electoral-district-2024-all-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Tigh-Na-Mara Resort\, 1155 Resort Drive\, Parksville\, British Columbia\, V9P 2E3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240916T233555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T234441Z
UID:4588-1727290800-1727296200@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Mid Island – Pacific Rim Electoral District "2024 All Candidate Forum"
DESCRIPTION:Between September 25-October 3\, 2024\, the RDN and NRHD will be co-hosting four all candidates forums: one for each of the Provincial electoral districts that overlaps the RDN regional boundaries. \n  \nThese Forum’s will provide an opportunity for the public to see their regions candidates answer questions that will include the topics that are most popular with residents in their specified region. \n  \nAttend a forum nearest you to learn more about the candidates in your riding and their platforms in this election. \n  \nMid Island – Pacific Rim Electoral District \nWhen: Wednesday\, September 25\, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. \nWhere: The Bradley Centre\, 975 Shearme Road\, Coombs \nMLA Candidates: \n\nJosie Osborne – BC NDP\nAdam Hayduk – BC Conservatives
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/mid-island-pacific-rim-electoral-district-2024-all-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:The Bradley Centre\, 975 Shearme Road\, Coombs\, British Columbia\, V0R 1M0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240916T213059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T213059Z
UID:4566-1726916400-1726934400@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanoose Community Day - September 21st
DESCRIPTION:The Second Annual Nanoose Community Day by Nanoose Place Community Centre:\n\n“Join us celebrating Oktoberfest with Music\, Beer Garden\, Food Trucks\, Treats\, Prizes\, Kids’ Activities & More!”\n\nThe Fair Care Alliance will have a booth set up to provide handouts\, take petition signatures and chat about our initiative to the public!\n\nSaturday\, September 21\, 2024\n11AM – 4PM
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanoose-community-day-september-21st/
LOCATION:2925 Northwest Bay Road\, Nanoose Bay\, BC\, Canada\, British Columbia V9P 9J9\, 2925 Northwest Bay Road\, Nanoose Bay\, British Columbia\, V9P 9J9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240912T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240501T183228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T193923Z
UID:3626-1726162200-1726162200@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:RALLY FOR HEALTHCARE - SEPTEMBER 12
DESCRIPTION:Join us to DEMAND FAIR HEALTH CARE NOW! \n  \nThis Thursday\, September 12th stand in support with our local doctors\, nurses\, healthcare workers\, and the Fair Care Alliance to demand FAIR healthcare for Nanaimo and Central / North Island.  We need your support to bring a new hospital tower and Cath lab for residents living North of the Malahat.  \n  \nThis community has been passed over for too long. Join your voice as we demand fair healthcare for all residents living North of the Malahat .  \n  \nWhen – Thursday\, September 12th\, 2024 \nTime – Doors @ 5:30 PM\, Rally Commences at 5:45 PM \nWhere – Beban Park Auditorium (2300 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, B.C.) \n  \nThis is a FREE community event with FREE parking available within the complex. Spread the word and see you there!
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/community-rally/
LOCATION:Beban Auditorium\, 2300 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240822T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240710T201505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T204114Z
UID:4316-1724346000-1724360400@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Commercial Street Night Market - August 22nd
DESCRIPTION:Come meet us on August 22nd\, 2024 at the Commercial Street Night Market. Chat to a team member about our initiative\, ask us questions\, and sign our petition in person! \nLocation: Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanaimo-commercial-street-night-market-august-22nd/
LOCATION:Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240710T200816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T200816Z
UID:4312-1723136400-1723150800@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Commercial Street Night Market - August 8th
DESCRIPTION:Come meet us on August 8th\, 2024 at the Commercial Street Night Market. Chat to a team member about our initiative\, ask us questions\, and sign our petition in person! \nLocation: Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanaimo-commercial-street-night-market-august-8th/
LOCATION:Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240710T200601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T200601Z
UID:4307-1721926800-1721941200@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Commercial Street Night Market - July 25th
DESCRIPTION:Come meet us on July 25th\, 2024 at the Commercial Street Night Market. Chat to a team member about our initiative\, ask us questions\, and sign our petition in person! \nTime: 5:00-9:00PM \nLocation: Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanaimo-commercial-street-night-market-july-25th/
LOCATION:Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240710T200214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T200825Z
UID:4301-1720717200-1720731600@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Commercial Street Night Market - July 11th
DESCRIPTION:Come meet us on July 11th\, 2024 at the Commercial Street Night Market. Chat to a team member about our initiative\, ask us questions\, and sign our petition in person! \nLocation: Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/nanaimo-commercial-street-night-market-july-11th/
LOCATION:Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240612T191149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T223129Z
UID:4166-1718452800-1718452800@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Presentation: Nanaimo Heart Sisters Group
DESCRIPTION:A representative of Fair Care Alliance will be conducting a presentation to the Nanaimo Heart Sisters Group on June 15th\, 2024\, to review our mission\, gain support\, answer questions\, and continue to inform the community of our initiatives.
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/presentation-nanaimo-heart-sisters-group/
LOCATION:Country Grocer\, 1800 Dufferin Crescent\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9S 0A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T102931
CREATED:20240501T183038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T170439Z
UID:3623-1716980400-1716984000@weneedhealthcare.ca
SUMMARY:Press Conference
DESCRIPTION:The conference will be held inside the main foyer of Millstone Medical. \n1621 Dufferin Crescent\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Canada
URL:https://weneedhealthcare.ca/event/press-conference/
LOCATION:Millstone Medical (in the foyer)\, 1621 Dufferin Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9S 2B7\, Canada
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