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Nanaimo Historical Society earns heritage award

The Nanaimo Historical Society has been awarded a 2019 Culture & Heritage Award. Each year, the City of Nanaimo recognizes individuals and groups that make Nanaimo a more culturally vibrant city.

HONOUR IN HERITAGE – Nanaimo Historical Society

The Honour in Heritage Award recognizes individuals, groups and corporations who demonstrate outstanding support, advocacy, promotion or interpretation of Nanaimo’s heritage and history. This award category was created in 2018.

“These awards recognize the best of Nanaimo’s culture and heritage volunteers and creative talent”, said Mayor Krog. “The work of these dedicated individuals contributes to our sense of cultural vitality and community pride. We are all proud of them.”

Recognition of these recipients will take place at a special awards ceremony to be held at the Port Theatre on April 18, 2019. Tickets and ceremony details will be advertised prior to the event. Everyone is welcome to attend.