Aug 31, 2021
Earlier this summer, we were asked by Dave at That 50’s Barber Shop if we’d be interested in helping out with the Fresh Start Program this year. The program, which has been going 7 years strong, helps underprivileged kids in Nanaimo by sending them back to...
Jul 7, 2020
The last three months have been a real whirlwind, but one great thing that came out of 2020 was the addition of James to our team! Just like Dan, James is a grad from the Old School Barbering Program at London School in Vancouver. We are stoked to have one of...
Apr 22, 2020
Getting back to the “new normal” Hey Nanaimo! It’s been a long month, but we finally had a glimmer of hope on the news last night. Dr. Henry addressed personal care services when talking about “the new normal.” Activities such as...
Mar 30, 2020
Personal Care Services Closed Hey Nanaimo! It’s been two weeks now since we closed our doors due to the COVID-19 crisis. The decision was difficult, but necessary. We felt a lot of solidarity with our neighbours that day, as both Bella Nails and Departure Bay...
Jan 29, 2020
Where are you from? I grew up in Victoria, but I’ve been all over… Tofino, Kelowna and Calgary. After spending so much time on the Island, I had a rough time with the snow in Alberta. We came back to the island a couple of years ago. This is the second...
Nov 26, 2019
We are excited to now offer our clients some of the finest handmade shaving accessories available. Edwin Jagger was established in 1988, and this family-run business focuses on bringing quality materials and craftsmanship to all of their products. Made in Sheffield...
Oct 4, 2019
Where are you from? I’m from Alberta! Born in Calgary, raised in Red Deer. Do you like living on Vancouver Island so far? Oh ya… I miss my family and the epic prairie thunderstorms, but the Island feels like home. Can’t beat seeing green in the...
Sep 14, 2019
Let’s start with the basics, where are you from? I’m from Saskatchewan, born in Regina. I split my time between my Mom’s salon and my Dad’s farm. Best of both worlds! What pushed you to become a barber? My first experience at a real barbershop...
Sep 3, 2019
Even though we were busting out haircuts all season long, we still took time to enjoy some awesome summer spots around Nanaimo! We visited old favourites, but found some new ones too. Our clients are always giving us the inside scoop when it comes to great food and...
Mar 29, 2019
We are working hard on getting our shop up and running! Check out our instagram @heavyds.barbershop for more info and daily updates!
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