Fresh Start Back to School Program 2021!

Fresh Start Back to School Program 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...
Meet James: The Apprentice Barber

Meet James: The Apprentice Barber

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...
COVID-19 APRIL Update

COVID-19 APRIL Update

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...
COVID-19 MARCH Update

COVID-19 MARCH Update

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...
Meet Dan: Heavy D the Barber

Meet Dan: Heavy D the Barber

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...
Heavy D’s Barbershop Nanaimo: Now Carrying Edwin Jagger

Heavy D’s Barbershop Nanaimo: Now Carrying Edwin Jagger

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...
Meet Shannon: Mrs. Heavy D

Meet Shannon: Mrs. Heavy D

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...
Meet Matt: The Strawhat Barber

Meet Matt: The Strawhat Barber

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...
Nanaimo Summer Guide: Heavy D the Barber Edition

Nanaimo Summer Guide: Heavy D the Barber Edition

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...

Coming Soon!

We are working hard on getting our shop up and running! Check out our instagram @heavyds.barbershop for more info and daily updates!