Elevate your local knowledge
Sign up for the iNFOnews newsletter today!
Police increase presence after threat made against three Nanaimo, B.C., schools
NANAIMO — Police in Nanaimo, B.C., are stepping up their presence at three local high schools after receiving what what’s described as an “unspecified threat.”
RCMP say in a news release that there will be an increased police presence at the Dover, Wellington and Nanaimo District secondary schools on Monday.
Police say their presence at the school is precautionary, and classes are expected to run as normal.
The RCMP says the schools also remain open to the public.
No further details of the threat have been released.
Mounties say in the release that liaison officers will be visible at the three schools all day, and anyone with concerns or questions are asked to speak with them directly.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 1, 2025.
News from © The Canadian Press, . All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Join the Conversation!
Want to share your thoughts, add context, or connect with others in your community?
You must be logged in to post a comment.
