Nanaimo - Air Quality Health Index
2Low Risk
Moderate Risk
(4-6)
High Risk
(7-10)
Very High Risk
At-Risk Population:
- Enjoy your usual outdoor activities.
- Find out if you are at risk
General Population:
- Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.
Saturday
Saturday night
Sunday
Sunday night
Who is at risk?
People with heart and lung conditions are most affected by air pollution.
To find out if you are at risk, consult the health guide, your physician, or your local health authority.
Visit the national AQHI Web site to learn more about the AQHI.
Did you know...?
You can plant trees to fight air pollution: their leaves trap airborne particles, which are then washed away by the rain.
The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services and the B.C. Lung Association.

Observed ConditionsFootnote †
2 - Low Risk
Calculated at:
11:00 AM PST Saturday 22 February 2025
Forecast Maximums
Issued at:
6:00 AM PST Saturday 22 February 2025
The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services and the B.C. Lung Association.
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