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Is Nanaimo home to any indigenous peoples?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Only transiently

  • Only in specific reservations

Answer

Yes, the city of Nanaimo is home to several indigenous peoples, including the Snuneymuxw First Nation, the Snwunéymuxw First Nation, and the Stz’uminus First Nation. These First Nations have a long and rich history in the Nanaimo area, with deep cultural and spiritual connections to the land and waters.
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