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Film Production in Nanaimo
April 29 2024
While Commercial Street may be in the early stages of being transformed for its film debut – WE ARE STILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!
The transformation has begun and will continue over the course of the next month which will include TWO DAYS OF FILMING….
Preparation (April 22nd – May 12th): It’s business as usual for Commercial Street, while the production starts to transform Diana Krall Plaza.
This will see the closure of Wharf Street, and parts of Diana Krall Plaza. However, there will be full access to Coastal Community Credit Union, as well as to the library and elevator to the parkade.
Preparation (May 6th – 12th): Businesses are open on Commercial Street, Skinner Street (200 block) down to Commercial St., road access closed. Harbour Front Parkade will remain accessible.
Preparation (May 10th - 12th): Some Commercial St. business closures!!! Commercial Street Businesses and access from Terminal Ave up to Bastion St. temporarily closed to allow for the full transformation and filming.
Filming (May 13th – 14th): Commercial/Skinner/Bastion St. and some Commercial business closures! Lights, Camera, Action! Commercial St. transformed into a Cinematic Wonderland!
Clean Up (May 15th): Last Day of Commercial St. business closures!!! Commercial Street Businesses and access
from Terminal Ave up to Bastion St. temporarily closed to allow for cleanup.
Clean Up (May 16th & 17th): Skinner St / Diana Krall Plaza remain closed. Open and full access to Coastal
Community Credit Union, as well as to the library and elevator to the parkade. Commercial Street and ALL businesses are OPEN for business!!
Clean Up (May 15th - 31st): Diana Krall Plaza Closed – open and full access to Coastal Community Credit Union, as
well as to the library and elevator to the parkade. Commercial Street and ALL businesses are OPEN for business!!
The production team has been working very closely with the City of Nanaimo, and the DNBA to minimize disruptions and ensure the safety and well-being of all involved. Traffic diversions and pedestrian management will be implemented as needed to facilitate a smooth and effective filming process. Access to Vancouver Island Conference Center will be via 101 Gordon Street (through the new Nanaimo Visitor’s Centre).
“We are very fortunate to have been afforded this opportunity” Roberta Bowman, Executive Director of the DNBAexplains. “This production presents an exciting opportunity for the local community. We want to encourageresidents and visitors to embrace the filming process, support local businesses, and share in the excitement of the positive long-term effects this will not only have on downtown, but Nanaimo as a whole.” She adds.
For complete up to date information on the production phases, please visit the Downtown Nanaimo website at:
