'People have noticed us': CBC launches permanent bureau in Nanaimo, one of Canada's fastest-growing cities

Claire Palmer comes to Nanaimo by way of Golden, B.C., where she was the former editor of the Golden Star. The corporation has officially launched its permanent bureau in Nanaimo, which will focus on telling stories from the mid-and-north Vancouver Island region. Video journalist Claire Palmer is now based in the Nanaimo bureau. CBC NewsBefore joining CBC, Claire worked as the editor of the Golden Star in Golden, B.C. Vancouver Island residents can see their stories reflected on all CBC News platforms, including local radio and television, the CBC Listen app and online at cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia.