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Get to Know North Nanaimo
Discover Nanaimo’s North End: A Modern Neighborhood with Breathtaking Views. As one of the newest additions to the city, the North End of Nanaimo is quickly becoming a sought-after location, famed for its expansive ocean vistas encompassing islands like Texada and the distant coastal mountains. This area presents a harmonious blend of housing styles, from older, established homes to contemporary residences. Remarkably, even the ‘older’ homes here, dating back only 20 to 30 years, are considered relatively new compared to properties in the South End or the Old City.
The North End is a hub of growth and development, responding to the increasing demand for housing with a variety of new developments. This neighborhood is not just about stunning views; it’s a community rich in amenities. From educational institutions to shopping centers, from culinary delights to convenient grocery stores, everything is within easy reach. This abundance of facilities continues to attract home buyers, making the North End an ideal choice for those seeking a blend of modern living and natural beauty.
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Schools
Nanaimo Montessori School
945 Waddington Road, Nanaimo, BC
(250) 753-0649
Brechin Elementary
510 Millstone Ave., Nanaimo, BC
(250) 754-7523
Forest Park Elementary
2050 Latimer Road, Nanaimo, BC
(250) 758-6892
Nanaimo District Secondary
355 Wakesiah Ave, Nanaimo, BC,
(250) 740-2000
*school catchment areas can change without notice; click the school locator link below to verify:
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Beaches and Parks
Beach Estates Park – Most of this park is trail, leading down to a small pebbly beach and the ocean. Features: beautiful waterfalls and ample lush greenery.
Beban Park – Large park with several areas for sports and play. Features: outdoor pool, trails, disc golf course, skate bowl, seniors’ center, 2 picnic shelters with children’s playgrounds, tennis courts, beach volleyball, horseshoes, seasonal petting zoo and duck pond. Trails along the Millstone River lead to a scenic waterfall and rhododendron grove.
Beaufort Park – Park with community garden. Features: tennis courts, walking trails and a year round dog off leash area that is partially fenced.
Hawthorne Park – Named after the English Hawthorne bushes that populate the area, this park is a perfect for an evening jog or walk, alone or with your pet. The park surrounds ponds and has many trail loops to follow.
Bowen Park – Bowen Park offers both sports and tranquility. This particular park stays busy year round because of all the activities it offers. During the summer months the outdoor swimming pool opens up and becomes a great way to cool off on those hot days. During the winter months, the hills are great for tobogganing. All throughout the year the playgrounds and seniors centre are open and keep the park very busy with people from all ages.
Buttertubs Marsh – Two km loop trail around this bird and wildlife sanctuary. Features: observation decks and a tower, and walking or running trail.
Colliery Dam Park – Large park with designated dog off leash area 6am-10am and then again 4pm to dusk daily. Features: trail system, waterfall, and fresh-water swimming (no lifeguard on duty).
Living Forest Park – Campground and RV Park –open year round. Features: 50 acres for private, family sized camp sites. Trails, ocean views, bicycling, paddling, swimming, birding, basketball, bocce, beach volley ball.
Westwood Lake – Westwood Lake Park has a much used 5.51 km trail around the lake in the foothills of Mt. Benson. Features: beach area and swimming with lifeguard patrol (June-August), children’s play park, running and walking trails, with shorter trails available towards the south end of the trail. Electric motors and non- powered boating allowed, washroom and change room building on site.
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