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Nanaimo is an ancient Coast Salish gathering place (the name Nanaimo is derived from the Coast Salish "Snuneymuxw", meaning 'great and mighty people.
- Where did the name Nanaimo come from?
- Who discovered Nanaimo?
- When was Nanaimo founded?
- Were Nanaimo Bars invented in Nanaimo?
- Is Nanaimo poor?
- Who owns Nanaimo?
- Is Nanaimo bigger than Victoria?
- Is it expensive to live in Nanaimo?
- How long is the ferry from Vancouver to Nanaimo?
- What makes Nanaimo unique?
- What are the layers in a Nanaimo bar?
- Do they have Nanaimo bars in the States?
- Why are butter tarts called butter tarts?
- What is life like in Nanaimo?
- Is downtown Nanaimo safe?
- Is Nanaimo rural?
Where did the name Nanaimo come from?
Founded as Colvilletown around a Hudson's Bay Company trading post, it developed after 1849 when coalfields were discovered nearby by the Indians. In 1860 the settlement was renamed Sne-ny-mo (whence Nanaimo) from an Indian word meaning “a big, strong tribe,” which was applied to a tribal confederation.
Who discovered Nanaimo?
Nanaimo Bay was first discovered by the Europeans in the 1791 Spanish voyage conducted by Juan Carrasco, under the command of Francisco de Eliza. They named it Bocas de Winthuysen. The 19th century marks the beginning of Nanaimo as a trading post.
When was Nanaimo founded?
Founded on coal mining in the early 1850s, the City evolved from a small Hudson Bay Company outpost to the dynamic regional service centre for the mid-Island that it is today. Read a brief history of Nanaimo's historical development. View a list of Nanaimo's mayors since the City's incorporation in 1874.
Were Nanaimo Bars invented in Nanaimo?
“Of course, we know that Nanaimo Bars originated in Nanaimo, or they would be called New York Bars, or New Brunswick Bars,” boasts the City of Nanaimo website. The city has been instrumental in promoting the dessert. In 1986, then-mayor Graeme Roberts launched a contest to find the ultimate Nanaimo bar recipe.
Is Nanaimo poor?
Overall, Nanaimo's low-income rate was 17.3 per cent, higher than in four comparison cities, Kamloops, 15.2 per cent, Kelowna, 15.0, Prince George, 15.5 and Victoria 14.0. Nanaimo also showed a more acute housing crisis than those same comparison communities.
Who owns Nanaimo?
Great Canadian Casino - Nanaimo is one of 25 properties owned by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. The following ownership information is a subset of that available in the Gaming Business Directory published by Casino City Press.
Is Nanaimo bigger than Victoria?
The Nanaimo Census Area (CA) recorded 115,743 people as of July 1, 2019, up two per cent compared to the same date in 2018. By contrast, Greater Victoria grew 1.5 per cent.
Is it expensive to live in Nanaimo?
Summary about cost of living in Nanaimo, BC, Canada: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,381$ (4,344C$) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 953$ (1,225C$) without rent. Nanaimo is 23.81% less expensive than New York (without rent).
How long is the ferry from Vancouver to Nanaimo?
The ferry crossings between Vancouver (Tsawwassen and Horseshoe Bay) and Vancouver Island (Victoria and Nanaimo) take 90 minutes to two hours, depending on which route you take.
What makes Nanaimo unique?
The chocolatey, custard-layered, crumbly treat has made Nanaimo internationally famous, and although you may find it out there under another name (New York Slice, London Fog Bar), make no mistake, it's ours. And it's the best sweet treat out there! (yeah, we're proud of it.
What are the layers in a Nanaimo bar?
The Nanaimo bar is a no-bake dessert bar that traditionally consists of three layers: a graham wafer crumb and shredded coconut base, custard-flavoured butter icing in the middle, and a chocolate ganache on top.
Do they have Nanaimo bars in the States?
Only seems fair. But no, we got the elusive Nanaimo Bar (name originated from Nanaimo, BC). While they are Canadian by birth, our own Starbucks pulled them down south of the border and into stores across the U.S., making them not only nationally popular - but synonymous with Washington state as well.
Why are butter tarts called butter tarts?
Like many legendary dishes, the butter tart's origins are fuzzy. It's believed that filles à marier (“marriageable girls”) created a crude version in the 1600s. These newly arrived Québécois brides filled their French tarts with New World ingredients: maple sugar, freshly churned butter and dried fruit such as raisins.
What is life like in Nanaimo?
The median age of the people in Nanaimo is around 45 years old. This city offers one of the best lifestyles for retirees and families looking to relocate to a safe West Coast community with excellent outdoor activities, without the congestion and stress of a major city.
Is downtown Nanaimo safe?
Nanaimo Mayor Leonard Krog said Monday that the city is no less or more safe than any other community of similar size in the province. He said issues surrounding drug addiction, mental health and homelessness are ongoing, and won't be solved by municipal governments.
Is Nanaimo rural?
The Regional District of Nanaimo has a diverse mix of rural and urban areas. Rural areas are increasingly desirable to people who seek the peace and quiet rural life can offer.
