Nestled on the eastern shores of spectacular Vancouver Island, the Town of Ladysmith features all the warmth and charm of small town living with a full range of services and amenities. Ladysmith is a growing community (population 8,177 in 2015 estimate) located just 88 km (55 miles) north of Victoria and 23 km (14 miles) south of Nanaimo. Discover more about Ladysmith.